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:
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag
system in several places around the vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual
have information about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system. To purchase
a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering I ...
Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Torque Rod Replacement
Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Torque Rod Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Refer to Hood Hold-Open Device Warning.
Preliminary Procedure
Open and support the rear compartment lid.
Special Tools
BO-125 ...
Floor Rear Air Outlet Duct Replacement - Left Side
Floor Rear Air Outlet Duct Replacement - Left Side
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the floor panel carpet . Refer to Floor Panel Carpet Replacement.
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Floor Rear Air Outlet Du ...
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