Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Hydraulic Brakes

Brake Shoe Replacement (J93, J94)

Removal Procedure Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning. Note: Always replace brake shoes in axle sets. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jackin ...

Hydraulic Brake Component Operation Visual Inspection

Disc Brake With the tire and wheel assemblies removed and the brake rotors retained by wheel lug nuts, visually inspect the brake caliper piston dust boot (2) sealin ...

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Brake Pipe and Hose Inspection
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning. Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution. Visually inspect all of the brake pipes for the following conditions: Kinks, incorrect routing, missing or damaged retainers Leaking fittin ...

Front Wheel Drive Shaft Outer Joint and Boot Replacement
Special Tools DT-35910 Drive Axle Boot Clamp Pliers For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools Disassemble Procedure Remove the wheel drive shaft from the vehicle. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement. Install the drive axle shaft (1) i ...

Intake Manifold Cleaning and Inspection
Clean the intake manifold mating surfaces. Inspect the intake manifold (2) for damage. Inspect the intake manifold for cracks near metallic inserts. Inspect the crankcase ventilation passages in the intake manifold face for blockage. Warning: Wear safety glasses in or ...