Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Liftgate Strut Replacement

Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual / Chassis / Suspension / Liftgate Strut Replacement

Liftgate Strut Replacement
Callout	Component Name
1	Liftgate Strut Warning: When a lift gate hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury. Caution: Apply pressure only at the end of the liftgate/hood assist rod that you are removing or attaching. Do NOT apply pressure to the middle of the rod because damage or bending will result. Procedure Release the locking tabs on the strut. Ensure the clip is fully seated when the strut is reinstalled. If the clip cannot be fully seated, a new strut should be installed.

Steering Knuckle Replacement

Removal Procedure Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation. ...

Strut Assembly Removal and Installation

Special Tools CH 49375 Strut Rod Nut Socket For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools Removal Procedure Remove the air inlet grille panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grill ...

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Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cover and Pad Replacement
Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cover and Pad Replacement Callout Component Name Warning: Refer to SIR Warning. Warning: Do not repair or replace the seat stitching or seams in the seat back trim cover with an ...

Engine Cover Replacement
Engine Cover Replacement Callout Component Name 1 Engine Cover Procedure Use a suitable tool to first unclip the front of the cover, then rotate the cover backward and pull upward to remove. ...

Evaporative Emission System Hose/Pipe Replacement
Special Tools CH-807 Closure Plugs CH-6015 Closure Plugs For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools. Removal Procedure Warning: Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Warning. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnec ...

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