Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Brake Calipers

Special Tools

Illustration Tool Number/Description CH-41013 J 41013 Rotor Resurfacing Kit CH-42450 ...

Brake Caliper Inspection

Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning. Inspect the brake caliper housing (1) for cracks, excess wear, and/or damage. If any of these conditions are present, the brake calipe ...

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Loss of Control
Skidding There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle's three control systems: Braking Skid — wheels are not rolling. Steering or Cornering Skid — too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force. Acceleration Skid — too muc ...

Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). The TPMS is designed to warn the driver when a low tire pressure condition exists. TPMS sensors are mounted onto each tire and wheel assembly, excluding the spare tire and wheel assembly. The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in ...

Air Conditioning (AC) Refrigerant Filter Replacement
Special Tools GE 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools. Removal Procedure Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging. Remove the air conditioning condenser. Refer to Air Conditioning Condenser Repl ...