Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement
- Removal Procedure
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- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Remove the mounting bolts (1) for the front suspension frame skid plate.
- Remove the front suspension frame skid plate (2).
- Installation Procedure
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- Position the front suspension frame skid plate (2) on the frame.
- Install the front suspension frame skid plate mounting bolts (2) and
tighten to 22 Y (16 lb ft)
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Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution.
Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Replacement
Special Tools
EN-45059 Angle Meter
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Support the radiator and condenser from above using the upper brackets
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Front Suspension Description and Operation
The front suspension has 2 primary purposes:
Isolate the driver from irregularities in the road surface.
Define the ride and handling characteristics of the vehicle.
The front suspension ab ...
Other materials:
Special Tools
Illustration
Tool Number/ Description
EL 42059
J 42059
Cigar Lighter Socket Remover
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Front Side Door Window Switch Bezel Replacement (Left Side)
Front Side Door Window Switch Bezel Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the front side door trim. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Replacement.
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Front Side Door Window S ...
Engine Oil Cooler Pipe Replacement (LUW)
Engine Oil Cooler Pipe Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
Remove the exhaust manifold with catalytic converter. Refer to Exhaus ...
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