Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Towing the Vehicle
Notice:
Incorrectly towing a disabled vehicle may cause damage. The damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not lash or hook to the chassis components including the front and rear subframes, suspension control arms and links during towing and recovery of a disabled vehicle or to secure the vehicle to a flatbed car carrier. Use the proper nylon strap harnesses around the tires to secure the flatbed car carrier.
Have the vehicle towed on a flatbed car carrier. A wheel lift tow truck could damage the vehicle.
Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must be towed.
To tow the vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes, such as behind a motor home, see “Recreational Vehicle Towing” in this section.
Recreational Vehicle Towing
Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another vehicle,
such as a motor home. The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are
known as dinghy towing and dolly tow ...
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Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Moldings
Caution
Failure to clean and protect the bright metal moldings can result in a hazy
white finish or pitting. This damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
The bright metal moldings on the vehicle are aluminum. To prevent damage always
follow these cleaning instructions:
Be sure ...
Liftgate Emblem/Nameplate Replacement (Hatchback)
Liftgate Emblem/Nameplate Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Liftgate Emblem/Nameplate Assembly
Caution: Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Caution.
Procedure
The part and surface should be 2 ...
Special Tools
Illustration
Tool Number/Description
EL 38758
EL 50074
J 38758
Parasitic Draw Test Switch
EL 50313
EL 42000
EL 50076
J 42000
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