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:
Cooling System Description and Operation
Cooling System
The cooling system maintains the engine operating temperature at the efficient
level under any speed and operating condition. When the engine is cold, the
cooling system cools the engine slowly or not at all. The slow cooling of the
engine allows the engine to warm u ...
Throttle Body Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (LUW)
Throttle Body Heater Outlet Hose Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Out ...
Fuel Pump Flow Control Module Replacement
Fuel Pump Flow Control Module Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
Remove the right rear compart ...
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