Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Tire Dismounting and Mounting (Match Mounting)
- Match mounting is required on any wheel/tire assembly not within RFV specification.
- All wheel weights should be removed prior to match mounting.
- Match mounting is required on any assembly where the RFV readings are out of spec.
- Match mounting identified in the high spot of the tire and matches it with the low spot on the rim.
- Marks must be aligned +/- 25mm PRIOR to inflation.
Important:
If a wheel/tire assembly is not within the RFV specification after match mounting, the tire must be returned to the tire manufacturer.
Tire Dismounting and Mounting (Lubricant)
Important:
Lubricant should be applied to form a thin, just visible layer,
on the bead foot and bead outer areas. There should not be any visible
clumps of lubricant.
Ne ...
Tire Inflation Description
When you inflate the tires to the recommended inflation pressures, the factory-installed
wheels and tires are designed in order to handle loads to the tire's rated load
capacity. Incorrect tir ...
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Front End Upper Tie Bar Replacement
Front End Upper Tie Bar Replacement
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Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
Remove the front fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement.
Rem ...
Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment
Ensure that the steering wheel is set in a straight ahead position.
Loosen the tie rod jam nut (1).
Adjust the toe to specification by turning the inner tie rod (2). Refer
to Wheel Alignment Specifications.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution.
Tighten the t ...
Starter Installation
Install the starter (4).
Install the lower starter bolt stud (3) and if equipped the washer.
Install the upper starter bolt (2) and if equipped the washer (1).
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution.
Tighten the starter bolt and starter bolt stud to 25 ...
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