Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Brakes

Manual Transmission

The vehicle may be equipped with a 5-speed or 6-speed manual transmission. Caution Shifting the vehicle initially into any gear other than 1 (First) or R (Reverse) can damage the clutch. Shift t ...

Antilock Brake System (ABS)

This vehicle has ABS, an advanced electronic braking system that helps prevent a braking skid. When the vehicle begins to drive away, ABS checks itself. A momentary motor or clicking noise might b ...

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Drum Brake Hardware Inspection
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning. Visually inspect the drum brake upper return spring (1) for the following conditions: Excessive corrosion Excessive stretching Broken Missing If any of the conditions listed were found, the drum brake upper return sp ...

Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Inspection
Special Tools GE-8001 Dial Indicator Set For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools. Note: This inspection procedure does not supersede local government required inspections that have more stringent requirements. Turn the ignition key to the ON position with the eng ...

Camshaft Position Actuator Adjuster Installation
Special Tools EN-6340 Camshaft Adjuster Locking Tool EN-6628-A Camshaft Locking Tool EN-45059 Angle Meter For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools. Note: Note the arrows. Turn the camshaft by the hexagon until the groove on the end of the camshafts is ...