Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Steering Wheel Replacement

Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual / Chassis / Steering / Steering Wheel and Column / Steering Wheel Replacement

Steering Wheel Replacement
Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Airbag Steering Wheel Module Replacement. Use paint in order to place match marks on the steering wheel and on the steering column shaft.
1	Steering Wheel Bolt Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution. Procedure Clean thread of the bolt. Apply NEW locking compound to the thread. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers. Tighten 30 Y (22 lb ft)
2	Steering Wheel Procedure Disconnect all electrical connectors as necessary. Loosen the steering wheel bolt until 2 to 3 threads are left engaged. Wiggle the steering wheel until the steering wheel disengages completely. Remove the steering wheel bolt. Remove the steering wheel. Copy the match marks from the old steering wheel to the new steering wheel. Transfer any parts as necessary.

Steering Wheel Horn Contact Replacement

Steering Wheel Horn Contact Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedure Remove the steering wheel inflatable restr ...

Steering Wheel Straight and Column Locked Caution

Caution: With wheels of the vehicle facing straight ahead, secure the steering wheel utilizing steering column anti-rotation pin, steering column lock, or a strap to prevent rotation. Locking ...

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Wheel Drive Shaft Outer Joint Inspection
Disassembly Procedure Remove the outer constant velocity (CV) joint and boot from the wheel drive shaft. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Outer Joint and Boot Replacement. Remove any lubricant from the CV joint. Note: Position the cage and the inner race so they a ...

Cooling System Draining and Filling
Draining Procedure Warning: To avoid being burned, do not remove the radiator cap or surge tank cap while the engine is hot. The cooling system will release scalding fluid and steam under pressure if radiator cap or surge tank cap is removed while the engine and radi ...

Camshaft Timing Chain Removal
Special Tools EN-952 Fixing Pin EN-953-A Fixing Tool EN-955-10 Fixing Pin from EN-955 Kit For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools. The engine should be adjusted to TDC. The crankshaft should be fixed with EN-952 fixing pin. The camshaft should be fixed with EN-953 ...

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