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:
Front Side Door Lock Cylinder Coding (Free Wheeling)
Special Tools
BO-49753 Assembly Tool
The door lock cylinder uses 8 of the 8?€‰cut positions. The tumbler positions
are staggered from side to side, 4 on one side and 4 on the other, are not self-retaining,
and are not snap in.
Note: All lock cylinders for side milled keys ha ...
Cargo Cover (Hatchback)
Warning: An unsecured cargo cover could strike people in a sudden
stop or turn, or in a crash. Store the cargo cover securely or remove it from
the vehicle.
The cargo cover can be used to cover items in the rear of the vehicle.
To remove the cargo cover:
Remove both of the cords fr ...
Control Solenoid Valve and Transmission Control Module Assembly Installation
Control Solenoid Valve and Transmission Control Module Assembly Installation
Callout
Component Name
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Control Solenoid Valve Assembly Filter Plate
Caution: Use care when removing or installing the filter plate
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