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:
Airbag Roof Side Rail Module Replacement - Rear
Airbag Roof Side Rail Module Replacement - Rear
Callout
Component Name
Warning: In order to prevent SIR deployment, personal injury,
or unnecessary SIR system repairs, do not strike the door or the door
pillar in the ...
Fuel Pressure Measurement
Special Tools
EN 34730?E1 Pressure Tester
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools
Warning: Gasoline or gasoline vapors are highly flammable. A fire
could occur if an ignition source is present. Never drain or store gasoline
or diesel fuel in an open con ...
Torque Converter Installation
Torque Converter Installation
Callout
Component Name
1
Torque Converter Assembly
Note: Failure to lower the torque converter straight down
could damage the torque converter clutch lip seal inside the torque ...
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