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:
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
The compact spare tire and tools are located in the storage compartment in the
rear of the vehicle. The jack and tools are stored below the spare tire.
1. Extension
2. Jack
3. Wheel Wrench
4. Strap
To access the spare tire and tools:
1. Open the trunk or liftgate. See Trunk (Sedan) o ...
Rear Side Door Window Outer Sealing Strip Replacement (Sedan)
Rear Side Door Window Outer Sealing Strip Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Rear Side Door Window Outer Sealing Strip
Procedure
Use the appropriate tool, lift one end up and pull away from the door
flange t ...
Transmission Component and System Description
The mechanical components of the 6T30/40/45/50 are as follows:
A torque converter with an electronically controlled capacity clutch (ECCC)
Gear-type fluid pump assembly
1??? and low and reverse clutch housing assembly
4?? and 3? reverse clutch housing assembly
2? clutch assem ...
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