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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Parking Brake Adjustment (Drum Brake)
Note: The park brake cable adjusting nut is a nylon lock type. Use ONLY HAND TOOLS whenever tightening or loosening the adjusting nut. Apply and fully release the park brake several times. Verify that the park brake lever releases completely. Turn ON the ignition. Verify the red B ...

Engine Coolant Thermostat Replacement (LUW)
Removal Procedure Warning: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection. Drain the coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling. Disconnect the en ...

Torque Converter Removal
Torque Converter Removal Callout Component Name 1 Lock Pin Warning: Lock pin must be secured into the bench fixture to hold the transmission and prevent bodily injury. Note: Ensure the DT  ...