Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Brake Pedal Travel Measurement and Inspection
Special Tools
CH-28662 Brake Pedal Effort Gauge
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
- With the ignition OFF and the brakes cool, apply the brakes 3–5 times, or until the brake pedal becomes firm, in order to deplete the brake booster power reserve.
- Install the CH-28662 gauge (1), or equivalent, to the brake pedal (3).
- Measure and record the distance (a) from the brake pedal (3) to the rim of the steering wheel (2). Note the points of measurement.
- Apply and maintain a force of 445 N (100 lb) to the brake pedal, as indicated on the CH-28662 gauge (1), or equivalent.
- While maintaining 445 N (100 lb) of force to the brake pedal (3), measure and record the distance (b) from the same point on the brake pedal (3) to the same point on the rim of the steering wheel (2).
- Release the brake pedal (3) and repeat steps 4 and 5 to obtain a second measurement. After obtaining a second measurement, proceed to step 7.
- Average the first and second measurements recorded for the 2 applies of the brakes.
- Subtract the initial unapplied distance (a), from the average applied distance (b)
to obtain the brake pedal travel measurement (c).
Specification
Maximum brake pedal travel – measured with the ignition OFF, brake booster power assist depleted, and the brakes cool.
Brake Pedal Pushrod Inspection
Disconnect the brake pedal pushrod (2) from the brake pedal.
Reposition the pedal pushrod boot (1) toward the front of the vehicle to
expose as much of the pedal pushrodR ...
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Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
Warning: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could begin to
move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure
there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to
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Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) System DTC Table
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) System DTC Table
System
DTCs Required to Set System Status to YES
If an inspection/maintenance system status indicator did not update to
yes during the Inspection/Maintenance Complete System
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2-6 Clutch Piston Installation (6T30)
2-6 Clutch Piston Installation
Callout
Component Name
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2? Clutch Piston Assembly
Note:
Position the 2? piston air bleed and large slot toward the
top of the case.
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