Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: 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 of metric wheel/nuts and the bolts are indicated by the following example: M12 x 1.5.
- M = Metric
- 12 = Diameter in millimeters
- 1.5 = Millimeters gap per thread
Lead/Pull Description
At a constant highway speed on a typical straight road, lead/pull is the amount
of effort required at the steering wheel to maintain the vehicle's straight path.
Important: Vehicles will t ...
P-Metric Sized Tires Description
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Replacement tires should be ...
Other materials:
Tire Pressure
Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively.
Caution
Neither tire underinflation nor overinflation is good. Underinflated tires,
or tires that do not have enough air, can result in:
. Tire overloading and overheating which could lead to a blowout.
. Premature or ir ...
Front Brake Caliper Replacement
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning.
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 Install ...
Timing Belt Idler Pulley Replacement
Timing Belt Idler Pulley Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the timing belt. Refer to Timing Belt Replacement.
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Timing Belt Idler Pulley Bolt
Caution: Refer to ...
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