Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Rear Brake Rotor Replacement
Special Tools
- CH-41013 Rotor Resurfacing Kit
- CH-42450-A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
- Removal Procedure
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Warning:
Refer to Brake Dust 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 Installation.
- Remove and discard the brake caliper bracket bolts (1).
- Remove the brake caliper and bracket as an assembly and support with heavy mechanics wire.
- Remove the brake rotor bolt (1).
- Remove the brake rotor (1).
Note:
Do not reuse the brake caliper bracket bolts.
Caution:
Support the brake caliper with heavy mechanic wire, or equivalent, whenever it is separated from its mount and the hydraulic flexible brake hose is still connected. Failure to support the caliper in this manner will cause the flexible brake hose to bear the weight of the caliper, which may cause damage to the brake hose and in turn may cause a brake fluid leak.
- Installation Procedure
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- If installing a new brake rotor, clean the friction surfaces of the brake rotor with denatured alcohol.
- Using the CH-42450-A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit, thoroughly clean any rust or corrosion from the mating surface of the hub/axle flange.
- Using the CH-41013 Rotor Resurfacing Kit, thoroughly clean any rust or corrosion from the mating surface of the rotor to the hub/axle flange.
- Install the brake rotor (1).
- Install the brake rotor bolt (1) and tighten to 9 Y (80 lb in)
.
- Position the brake caliper and bracket assembly over the brake rotor and to the suspension knuckle.
- Install new brake caliper bracket bolts (1) and tighten to 100 Y
(74 lb ft)
.
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
- Burnish the brake pads and rotors. Refer to Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing.
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution.
Rear Brake Hose Replacement (Body to Axle - Disc Brake)
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 ...
Rear Brake Shield Replacement
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the rear tire and wheel assembl ...
Other materials:
Safety Function Override
If the battery on the vehicle has been recharged or disconnected, or is not working,
the windows will need to be reprogrammed for the express-up feature to work. Before
reprogramming, replace or recharge the vehicle's battery.
To program the driver window:
1. With the ignition in ACC/ ACCE ...
Door Lock and Ignition Lock Folding and Non-Folding Key Cutting
High Security keys are available from the service parts system.
Obtain the key code from the security card or from the GM Dealer World, Parts,
Key Code Look Up system.
If you have the key code and access to a Triax-E., BD Laser or other code key
cutting machine from the GM Dealer Equipment C ...
Battery Description and Operation
Warning: Batteries produce explosive gases, contain corrosive acid,
and supply levels of electrical current high enough to cause burns. Therefore,
to reduce the risk of personal injury when working near a battery:
Always shield your eyes and avoid leaning over the battery whenever
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