Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Underbody Maintenance
At least twice a year, Spring and Fall, use plain water to flush dirt and debris from the vehicle's underbody. Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this. If not removed, rust and corrosion can develop.
Body Component Lubrication
Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and the fuel
door hinge unless the components are plastic. Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips
with a clean cloth will make th ...
Sheet Metal Damage
If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make
sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced
to restore corrosion protecti ...
Other materials:
Checking Coolant
The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level.
It is normal to see coolant moving in the upper coolant hose return line when
the engine is running.
Check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank. If the coolant
inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, do ...
Theft Deterrent Module Replacement
Theft Deterrent Module Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the steering column upper trim cover. Refer
to Steering Column Upper Trim Cover Replacement.
Remove the steering column lower trim ...
Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and Installation
Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and Installation
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Refer to SIR Warning.
Preliminary Procedures
Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
Disconnect the fr ...
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