Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: General Description
The factory installed tires are designed to operate satisfactorily with loads up to and including the full rated load capacity when these tires are inflated to the recommended pressures.
The following factors have an important influence on tire life:
- Correct tire pressures
- Correct wheel alignment
- Proper driving techniques
- Tire rotation
The following factors increase tire wear:
- Heavy cornering
- Excessively rapid acceleration
- Heavy braking
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 ...
Metric Wheel Nuts and Bolts Description
Metric wheel/nuts and bolts are identified in the following way:
The wheel/nut has the word Metric stamped on the face.
The letter M is stamped on the end of the wheel bolt.
The thread sizes ...
Other materials:
Headlamp Replacement
Headlamp Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement.
1
Headlamp Assembly Screw (Qty:?€‰4)
Cautio ...
Blower Motor Resistor Replacement
Blower Motor Resistor Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the instrument panel insulator, if equipped.
1
Blower Motor Resistor Screw (Qty: 2)
Caution: Refer ...
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement (Radiator)
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement - Radiator
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
1
Retaining C ...
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