Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement
- Removal Procedure
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- Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
- Remove all related panels and components.
- Repair as much of the damage as possible to factory specifications. Refer to Dimensions - Body.
- Remove the sealers and anti-corrosion materials from the repair area. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair.
- Locate and mark all factory welds.
- Drill all factory welds (1). Note the number and location of welds for installation of the service assembly.
- Remove the damaged impact bar (1).
Warning:
Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning.
- Installation Procedure
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- Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) holes for plug welding along the edges of the service panel (1) as noted from the original panel.
- Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding.
- Position the impact bar (1) on the vehicle.
- Verify the fit of the bar.
- Clamp the impact bar into position.
- Plug weld accordingly (1).
- Apply the sealers and anti-corrosion materials to the repair area, as necessary. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair.
- Paint the repaired area. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems.
- Install all related panels and components.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
Front Bumper Impact Bar Lower Bracket Replacement
Front Bumper Impact Bar Lower Bracket Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the front bumper opening ...
Front Bumper Lower Impact Bar Replacement
Front Bumper Lower Impact Bar Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to ...
Other materials:
Hood Hinge Replacement
Hood Hinge Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Remove the hood. Refer to Hood Replacement.
Remove the front fender. Refer to Front Fender Replacement.
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Hood Hinge Bolt (Q ...
Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Inspection
Special Tools
GE-8001 Dial Indicator Set
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Note: This inspection procedure does not supersede local government
required inspections that have more stringent requirements.
Inspect the outer tie rod seal. If the outer tie rod ...
How to park with predictive course lines
WARNING
If non-standard tire sizes are installed on the Nissan Armada, the predictive
course lines may not display accurately.
On slippery or snow-covered roads, the Nissan Armada predicted path may
differ from the actual vehicle movement.
If the Nissan Armada battery is disconnected o ...
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