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)
.
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:
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
on each side.
Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Re ...
Oil Pan Cleaning and Inspection
Warning: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air in order
to prevent eye injury.
Caution: To ensure proper engine lubrication, clean clogged or
contaminated oil galleries in an approved solvent and with compressed air.
Failure to clean oil galleries may cause ...
Fuel Tank Filler Pipe Replacement (Steel Tank)
Removal Procedure
Remove the fuel filler door housing. Refer to
Fuel Tank Filler Door Latch Housing Replacement.
Remove the bracket fastener (1).
Lift and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the fuel tank fille ...
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