Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Replacing Brake System Parts
The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. The vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality brake parts. When parts of the braking system are replaced, be sure to get new, approved replacement parts. If this is not done, the brakes might not work properly. For example, installing disc brake pads that are wrong for the vehicle, can change the balance between the front and rear brakes — for the worse. The braking performance expected can change in many other ways if the wrong replacement brake parts are installed.
Brake Adjustment
Every moderate brake stop, the disc brakes adjust for wear. If rarely making
moderate or heavier brake stops, the brakes might not adjust correctly. Very carefully
making a few moderate brake stop ...
Brake Fluid
The brake/clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid as
indicated on the reservoir cap. See Engine Compartment Overview for
the location of the reservoir.
There are ...
Other materials:
Engine Oil Pressure Light
Caution
Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine. Driving with
the engine oil low can also damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered
by the vehicle warranty. Check the oil level as soon as possible. Add oil if required,
but if the oil level is within the operating ...
Rear License Plate Lamp Bulb Replacement (Sedan)
Rear License Plate Lamp Bulb Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the rear license plate lamp housing. Refer to Rear License Plate
Lamp Replacement.
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License Plate La ...
Front Seat Belt Buckle Replacement
Front Seat Belt Buckle Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Remove the front seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and
Installation.
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Driver or Passenger Seat Bel ...
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