Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Sheet Metal Damage
If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection.
Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the vehicle warranty.
Underbody Maintenance
At least twice a year, Spring and Fall, use plain water to flush dirt and debris
from the vehicle's underbody. Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can
do this. If not removed, rust ...
Finish Damage
Quickly repair minor chips and scratches with touch-up materials available from
your dealer to avoid corrosion. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in
your dealer's body and paint s ...
Other materials:
Parking Brake Adjustment (Disc 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 ...
Flushing
Special Tools
BO 42220 Universal 12V Leak Detection Lamp
GE 41447 R-134A A/C Tracer Dye Box of 24
GE 45268 A/C Flush Adapter Kit
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Note: Flushing with the ACR 2000 is not intended to remove metal from
the A/C ...
Internal Components Removal
Internal Components Removal
Callout
Component Name
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1??? Clutch Backing Plate Retainer Ring
Warning: The retainer is under tension. Use care when removing
or installing the retainer. Personal injury could r ...
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