Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Camber Description
Camber is the tilting of the wheels from the vertical when viewed from the front of the vehicle. When the wheels tilt outward at the top, the camber is positive (+). When the wheel tilts inward at the top, the camber is negative (−). The amount of tilt is measured in degrees from the vertical. Camber settings influence the directional control and the tire wear.
Too much positive camber will result in premature wear on the outside of the tire and cause excessive wear on the suspension parts.
Too much negative camber will result in premature wear on the inside of the tire and cause excessive wear on the suspension parts.
Unequal side-to-side camber of 1 degree or more will cause the vehicle to pull or lead to the side with the most positive camber.
Cross Camber is the difference between the left camber value and the right camber value.
Cross Camber = L camber − R camber
Aluminum Wheel Refinishing
Finish Damage Evaluation Procedure
Note:
If the wheels are chrome-plated, do not re-plate or refinish
the wheels.
If the wheels are polished aluminum, do not r ...
Caster Description
Caster is the tilting of the uppermost point of the steering axis either forward
or backward, when viewed from the side of the vehicle. A backward tilt is positive (+)
and a forward tilt ...
Other materials:
Smartphone Link (Overview)
Before Using Smartphone Link
If equipped, the vehicle can connect to Pandora®, Stitcher SmartRadio™, or other
available applications through the infotainment system. The applications must be
downloaded to the device first, then the device can be connected to the infotainment
system.
Pan ...
Sunroof Window Seal Replacement
Removal Procedure
Remove the sunroof window panel. Refer to Sunroof Window Replacement.
Remove the seal from the window panel frame by pulling the seal away
at one point and continuing around the perimeter of the frame.
Clean around the edge of the inside surf ...
Case Porosity Repair
Some external leaks are caused by case porosity in non-pressurized areas.
Thoroughly clean the area to be repaired with a cleaning
solvent. Air dry the area.
Warning: Epoxy adhesive may cause skin irritations and eye damage.
Read and follow all information on the container label a ...
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