Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement
- Removal Procedure
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- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Remove the mounting bolts (1) for the front suspension frame skid plate.
- Remove the front suspension frame skid plate (2).
- Installation Procedure
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- Position the front suspension frame skid plate (2) on the frame.
- Install the front suspension frame skid plate mounting bolts (2) and
tighten to 22 Y (16 lb ft)
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Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution.
Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Replacement
Special Tools
EN-45059 Angle Meter
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Support the radiator and condenser from above using the upper brackets
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Front Suspension Description and Operation
The front suspension has 2 primary purposes:
Isolate the driver from irregularities in the road surface.
Define the ride and handling characteristics of the vehicle.
The front suspension ab ...
Other materials:
Reclining Seatbacks
Warning
If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or
crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull
on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked.
To recline a manual seatback:
1. Lift the lever.
If necessary, move the safety b ...
Front Bumper Upper Impact Bar Replacement
Front Bumper Upper Impact Bar Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement.
1
Front Bumper Impact Bar Bolt (Qt ...
Seat Belt System Description and Operation
Restraint System
Note: If the vehicle has been in a collision, refer to Repairs
and Inspections Required After a Collision.
The vehicle has front and rear seat belts that are the primary means of occupant
restraint. Seat belts help to keep the occupants inside the passenger ...
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