Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Rear Spring, Insulator, and Jounce Bumper Replacement

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Rear Spring, Insulator, and Jounce Bumper Replacement
Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
1	Rear Spring Procedure If removing the rear spring to service other suspension components, note the position of the rear spring in relationship to the insulators. Support the rear axle with a hydraulic jack. Remove the lower rear shock absorber bolt. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement.
2	Upper Rear Spring Insulator Tip: Ensure that the rear spring insulator is properly seated in the rear frame rail.
3	Lower Rear Spring Insulator Tip: Ensure that the rear spring insulator is properly seated in the rear axle.

Ball Joint Inspection

Caution: Refer to Vehicle Lifting and Jacking Caution. Raise the front of the vehicle to allow the front suspension to hang free. Grasp the tire at the top and the bottom. Move the ...

Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Torque Rod Replacement

Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Torque Rod Replacement Callout Component Name Warning: Refer to Hood Hold-Open Device Warning. ...

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Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement
Removal Procedure Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection. Remove all ...

Fuel System Description
Fuel System Overview The fuel system is an electronic returnless on-demand design. A returnless fuel system reduces the internal temperature of the fuel tank by not returning hot fuel from the engine to the fuel tank. Reducing the internal temperature of the fuel tank results in lo ...

Bushing and Mating Shaft Inspection
Note: Proper bushing and corresponding mating shaft inspection should be performed before replacing the bushing, shaft, and in some cases, the component which houses the bushing. Thoroughly clean and dry the bushing and shaft surfaces before inspecting for damage. Any of the followin ...

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