Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Spare Tire Kit Installation

Scrub Radius Description

Ideally, the scrub radius is as small as possible. Normally, the SAI angle and the centerline of the tire and the wheel intersect below the road surface, causing a positive scrub radius. With stru ...

Special Tools

Illustration Tool Number/ Description CH 41013 J 41013 Rotor Resurfacing kit C ...

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Rear Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation
The rear window wiper motor is located inside the hatchback door and is directly connected to the rear window wiper. Ignition voltage is supplied to the rear wiper motor through the wiper switch. The hatchback rear window washer systems equipped with a separate washer fluid pump, hose, and noz ...

Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment
Ensure that the steering wheel is set in a straight ahead position. Loosen the tie rod jam nut (1). Adjust the toe to specification by turning the inner tie rod (2). Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution. Tighten the t ...

Heating and Air Conditioning System Description and Operation
Engine Coolant Engine coolant is the key element of the heating system. The engine thermostat controls the normal engine operating coolant temperature. Coolant pumped out of the engine enters the heater core through the inlet heater hose. The air flowing through the HVAC module abs ...