Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Inspection
Special Tools
GE-8001 Dial Indicator Set
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
- Turn the ignition key to the ON position with the engine OFF.
- With the aid of an assistant, turn the steering wheel to the full stop position and hold the steering wheel in that position until the test is complete. Part of the steering linkage inner tie rod (2) being tested should be inside the steering gear housing. The inner tie rod housing (1) being tested should be inside the steering gear housing and seated against the steering stop.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- If there is not a good location for the GE-8001 dial indicator pointer at the steering gear housing, install a large worm gear hose clamp (3) to the steering gear housing over the larger steering gear boot clamp and align the clamp so that the screw can be a location for the GE-8001 dial indicator pointer.
- Install the GE-8001 dial indicator between the inner tie rod and the steering gear housing or the worm gear clamp in such a way as to measure the lash between the inner tie rod and the steering gear housing. The lash between the inner tie rod and the steering gear housing is equal to the lash between the inner tie rod and the inner tie rod housing because the inner tie rod housing is inside the steering gear housing during this procedure.
- Grasping the tire at the 3 o'clock (2) and 9 o'clock (1) positions, gently push in on one side of the tire in order to remove any lash.
- Zero the GE-8001 dial indicator .
- On the same side of the tire previously pushed in, gently pull out and measure the lash.
- Record the measurement shown on the GE-8001 dial indicator .
- If the measured value exceeds 0.5 mm (0.02 in), replace the inner tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement.
- Repeat the procedure for the other side.
Note:
This inspection procedure does not supersede local government required inspections that have more stringent requirements.
Note:
Only move the tire enough to feel any lash between the inner tie rod and the inner tie rod housing without moving the steering gear rack.
Instrument Panel Tie Bar Replacement
Removal Procedure
Remove the Instrument panel assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly
Replacement.
Remove the steering column and wheel from the vehicle. Refer to Steering
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Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement
Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement
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Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Li ...
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This procedure will learn the immobilizer function. If the battery voltage is
low, charge the battery before proceeding with the learn. If the body control module
(BCM) or engine control module (ECM) have been replaced, they must be programmed
before performing this learn procedure.
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Theft Deterrent Module Replacement
Theft Deterrent Module Replacement
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Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the steering column upper trim cover. Refer
to Steering Column Upper Trim Cover Replacement.
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Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Sedan with Sunroof)
Headlining Trim Panel Replacement
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Component Name
Warning: Do not attempt to repair or alter the head impact
energy-absorbing material glued to the headliner or to the garnish trims.
If the material is damaged ...
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