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:
Power Windows Description and Operation
Power Window System Components
The power window system consists of the following components:
Driver window switch
Front passenger window switch
Left rear window switch
Right rear window switch
Window regulator motors in each of the doors
Body control module
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Brake Pipe Replacement
Special Tools
CH-45405 Brake Pipe Flaring Kit
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning.
Warning: Always use double walled steel brake pipe when replacing
brake pipes. The use of any other pipe is not recomm ...
Timing Belt Inspection
Special Tools
EN-6340 Locking Tool
EN-6628-A Locking Tool
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Remove the timing belt upper front cover. Refer to Timing Belt Upper
Front Cover Removal.
Set the crankshaft balancer in the ...
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