Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Special Tools

Rear Wheelhouse Liner Replacement (Sedan - Right)

Rear Wheelhouse Liner Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedure Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tir ...

Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation

Special Tools CH-41013 Rotor Resurfacing Kit CH-42450-A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools. Removal Procedure Raise and support the ...

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Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Moldings
Caution Failure to clean and protect the bright metal moldings can result in a hazy white finish or pitting. This damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. The bright metal moldings on the vehicle are aluminum. To prevent damage always follow these cleaning instructions: Be sure ...

Brake Pad Inspection
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning. Inspect the disc brake pads at regular intervals, or whenever the tire and wheel assemblies are removed from the vehicle. If replacement is necessary, always replace disc brake pads in axle sets. Inspect both edges of the disc brake ...

Drive Range, First Gear Engine Braking (Gen 2)
Note: Some models of the 6T30/40/45/50 automatic transmission are equipped with an electric auxiliary fluid pump for use in hybrid vehicles (BAS+). Hybrid vehicles do not require internal combustion engine (ICE) operation at all times. After a successful engine start, the hybrid powertrain con ...