Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: General Description
The factory installed tires are designed to operate satisfactorily with loads up to and including the full rated load capacity when these tires are inflated to the recommended pressures.
The following factors have an important influence on tire life:
- Correct tire pressures
- Correct wheel alignment
- Proper driving techniques
- Tire rotation
The following factors increase tire wear:
- Heavy cornering
- Excessively rapid acceleration
- Heavy braking
Aluminum Wheel Refinishing
Finish Damage Evaluation Procedure
Note:
If the wheels are chrome-plated, do not re-plate or refinish
the wheels.
If the wheels are polished aluminum, do not r ...
Metric Wheel Nuts and Bolts Description
Metric wheel/nuts and bolts are identified in the following way:
The wheel/nut has the word Metric stamped on the face.
The letter M is stamped on the end of the wheel bolt.
The thread sizes ...
Other materials:
Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation
Indicator LIGHT ON
Refer to the owner's manual for the descriptions and explanations of all
indicator lights.
For diagnosis and repair information related to an indicator light, refer
to the System Diagnosis and the Description of Operation that the message relates
to.
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Airbag Front Passenger Presence Sensor Replacement
Airbag Front Passenger Presence Sensor Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Replace the passenger presence system as a complete
assembly to prevent possible injury to the occupant. All the components
in the se ...
Synchronizers Cleaning and Inspection
Note: When servicing the synchronizers, retain them in the order
that they are removed. Mark the parts to ensure the correct position for
inspection and assembly.
Clean all the synchronizer parts in a suitable cleaning
solvent and air dry all the parts.
Inspect the 1 ...
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