Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Parking Brake

Brake Pedal Travel Measurement and Inspection

Special Tools CH-28662 Brake Pedal Effort Gauge For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools. With the ignition OFF and the brakes cool, apply the brakes 3–5 times, or unt ...

Park Brake Hardware Inspection

Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning. Visually inspect the park brake lever (1) and the lever pivot pin (2) for the following conditions: The lever being bent ...

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Loss of Control
Skidding There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle's three control systems: Braking Skid — wheels are not rolling. Steering or Cornering Skid — too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force. Acceleration Skid — too muc ...

Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
The tires and wheels were aligned and balanced at the factory to provide the longest tire life and best overall performance. Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing are not necessary on a regular basis. Consider an alignment check if there is unusual tire wear or the vehicle is signi ...

Control Solenoid Valve and Transmission Control Module Assembly Inspection
Verify the conditions listed below do not exist. Carefully inspect the control solenoid valve assembly connectors and pins (1, 2, 4, 6) for the condition. Repair or replace as necessary. Damage Bent pins Debris Broken retaining tab Contamination Verify there is ...