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.
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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 ...
Other materials:
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
The compact spare tire and tools are located in the storage compartment in the
rear of the vehicle. The jack and tools are stored below the spare tire.
1. Extension
2. Jack
3. Wheel Wrench
4. Strap
To access the spare tire and tools:
1. Open the trunk or liftgate. See Trunk (Sedan) o ...
Airbag Steering Wheel Module Replacement
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage
Warning.
Warning: Refer to SIR Warning.
Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
Rotate the steering wheel 180?€‰degrees.
Using a bl ...
Steering Gear Boot Replacement
Special Tools
CH-804 Tensioner
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the steering linkage outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage
Outer Tie Rod Rep ...
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