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:
Front Side Door Replacement
Front Side Door Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Refer to SIR Warning.
Preliminary Procedures
Mark the location of the hinge before removing the bolts with a
grease pencil.
Remove the front door ...
Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement
Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Inside Rearview Mirror Cover
Procedure
Remove the wire harness cover, sliding the cover upward releasing
the cover from the support.
Disconnect ...
Special Tools
Illustration
Tool Number/ Description
BO-38185
J-38185
Hose Clamp Pliers
BO-42220
J-42220
Universal 12V Leak Detection Lamp
CH-37872
GE-30206952
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