Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Tire Inspection

Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual / Vehicle Care / Wheels and Tires / Tire Inspection

We recommend that the tires, including the spare tire, if the vehicle has one, be inspected for signs of wear or damage at least once a month.

Replace the tire if:

The indicators at three or more places around the tire can be seen.
There is cord or fabric showing through the tire's rubber.
The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut, or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric.
The tire has a bump, bulge, or split.
The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage.

TPMS Sensor Matching Process

Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code. The identification code needs to be matched to a new tire/wheel position after rotating the tires or replacing one or more of the TPMS sensors. T ...

Tire Rotation

Tires should be rotated every 12 000 km (7,500 mi). See Maintenance Schedule. Tires are rotated to achieve a uniform wear for all tires. The first rotation is the most important. Anytime unusual w ...

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If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
Warning Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before yo ...

Rear Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation
The rear window wiper motor is located inside the hatchback door and is directly connected to the rear window wiper. Ignition voltage is supplied to the rear wiper motor through the wiper switch. The hatchback rear window washer systems equipped with a separate washer fluid pump, hose, and noz ...

Aluminum Wheel Porosity Repair
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation. Inflate the tire to the manufacturer specified pressure as stated on the tire. Submerge the tire/wheel into a water bath in order t ...

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