Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Steering, Suspension, and Chassis Components
Visually inspect steering, suspension, and chassis components for damaged, loose or missing parts or signs of wear at least once a year. Inspect the power steering for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Visually check constant velocity joints, rubber boots, and axle seals for leaks.
Wheels and Trim—Aluminum or Chrome
Use a soft, clean cloth with mild soap and water to clean the wheels. After rinsing
thoroughly with clean water, dry with a soft, clean towel. A wax may then be applied.
Caution
Chrome wheels and ...
Body Component Lubrication
Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and the fuel
door hinge unless the components are plastic. Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips
with a clean cloth will make th ...
Other materials:
Hood Adjustment
Hood Adjustment
Callout
Component Name
1
Hood
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution.
Procedure
Loosen the 4 hood hinge nuts.
Adjust the hood in order to obtain an even gap on both sides between
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SIR Seatbelt Pretensioner Handling Warning
Warning: When carrying an undeployed inflatable restraint seat belt
retractor pretensioner:
Do not carry the seat belt pretensioner by the seat belt webbing or
pigtail connector, if equipped.
Carry the seat belt pretensioner by the housing, keeping hands and fingers
away fro ...
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement (Radiator)
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement - Radiator
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
1
Retaining C ...
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