Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Steering Gear Assembly

Power Steering Control Module Programming and Setup

The following service procedures require either a programming or a setup event performed for a complete repair. Power Steering Control Module Replacement If the steering column power stee ...

Steering Gear Boot Replacement

Special Tools CH-804  Tensioner For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools. Removal Procedure Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicl ...

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Ignition Positions
The ignition switch has four different positions. To shift out of P (Park), the ignition must be in ON/RUN and the regular brake pedal applied. 1 (STOPPING THE ENGINE/LOCK/ OFF): When the vehicle is stopped, turn the ignition switch to LOCK/ OFF to turn the engine off. This position locks t ...

Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash
Warning: A crash can damage the safety belt system in the vehicle. A damaged safety belt system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure the safety belt systems are working properly after a crash, have them insp ...

Gears Cleaning and Inspection (Gen 1)
Gears Warning: Wear safety glasses to avoid injury when using compressed air or any cleaning solvent. Bodily injury may occur if fumes are inhaled or if skin is exposed to chemicals. Clean the following gears in a suitable solvent and air dry all the p ...