Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Tread Wear Indicators Description
The original equipment tires have tread wear indicators that show when you should replace the tires.
The location of these indicators are at 60 degree intervals around the outer diameter of the tire. The indicators appear as a 6 mm (0.25 in) wide band when the tire tread depth becomes 1.6 mm (2/32 in).
Tires and Wheels Description and Operation
There are two types of tire and wheel balancing: static and dynamic.
Static balance is the equal distribution of weight around the wheel. Assemblies
that are statically unbalanced cause a bouncing ...
Valve Stem Oil Seal and Valve Spring Replacement
Special Tools
207649 Rod Hairpin Clips
547324 Flange Screws
EN-840 Pliers / Remover
EN-958 Installer
EN-45059 Angle Meter
EN-50717 Kit
J-43649–2 Rods
For equivalent regional ...
Other materials:
Shock Absorber Disposal
Warning: Use the proper eye protection when drilling to prevent metal
chips from causing physical injury.
Clamp the strut in a vise horizontally with the rod (1) completely extended.
Drill a hole in the strut at the center of the end cap (3) using a 5 mm
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Tire and Wheel Balancing (Wheel Pilot Bore Greasing)
Beginning with MY 2011 vehicle, pilot bore grease should be applied.
To enable this, grease must be applied to the pilot bore to prevent the
wheel from seizing onto the hub.
Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers for pilot bore lubricant
part number.
Do not use any pene ...
Fuel Tank Replacement
Removal Procedure
Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnection and Connection.
Relieve the fuel pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief.
Drain the fuel Tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining.
Lift and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifti ...
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