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
Front Wheel Drive Shaft Seal Replacement - Torque Converter Housing Side
Front Wheel Drive Shaft Seal Replacement - Torque Converter Housing
Side
Callout
Component Name
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Front Wheel Drive S ...
Hub/Axle Flange and Wheel Stud Runout Inspection
Special Tools
GE-8001 Dial Indicator Set , or equivalent
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Mark the location of the wheels to the wheel studs and mar ...
Other materials:
Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Hatchback without Sunroof)
Headlining Trim Panel Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Do not attempt to repair or alter the head impact
energy-absorbing material glued to the headliner or to the garnish trims.
If the material is damaged ...
Airbag Front Passenger Presence Sensor Replacement
Airbag Front Passenger Presence Sensor Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Replace the passenger presence system as a complete
assembly to prevent possible injury to the occupant. All the components
in the se ...
Transmission Fluid Cooler Flushing and Flow Test
GM studies indicate that plugged or restricted transmission oil coolers and pipes
cause insufficient transmission lubrication and elevated operating temperatures
which can lead to premature transmission failure. Many repeat repair cases could
have been prevented by following published procedur ...
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