Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment
- Ensure that the steering wheel is set in a straight ahead position.
- Loosen the tie rod jam nut (1).
- Adjust the toe to specification by turning the inner tie rod (2). Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications.
- Tighten the tie rod nut (1) to 60 Y (44 lb ft)
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Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution.
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
diamet ...
Wheel Alignment Measurement
Steering and vibration complaints are not always the result of improper alignment.
One possible cause is wheel and tire imbalance. Another possibility is tire lead
due to worn or improperly manufa ...
Other materials:
Brake System Warning Light
The vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits. If one circuit is
not working, the remaining circuit can still work to stop the vehicle. For normal
braking performance, both circuits need to be working
If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have the brake system
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Automatic Transmission Flex Plate Replacement
Automatic Transmission Flex Plate Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement.
Special Tools
EN-470-B Angular Torque Wrench
EN-49979 Crankshaf ...
Valve Guide Reaming, and Valve and Seat Grinding
Valve Cleaning Procedure
Use soft bristle wire brush to clean any carbon build-up from the valve
head. DO NOT use a wire brush on any part of the valve stem. The valve stem
is chrome plated to provide enhanced wear characteristics. Wire brushing
the stem could remove the chr ...
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