Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Rear Spring, Insulator, and Jounce Bumper Replacement

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Rear Spring, Insulator, and Jounce Bumper Replacement
Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
1	Rear Spring Procedure If removing the rear spring to service other suspension components, note the position of the rear spring in relationship to the insulators. Support the rear axle with a hydraulic jack. Remove the lower rear shock absorber bolt. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement.
2	Upper Rear Spring Insulator Tip: Ensure that the rear spring insulator is properly seated in the rear frame rail.
3	Lower Rear Spring Insulator Tip: Ensure that the rear spring insulator is properly seated in the rear axle.

Strut and Shock Absorber Inspection (Shock Absorber)

Note: The shock absorber assembly DOES NOT have to be removed from the vehicle to perform the following inspection procedure. Note: A light film of oil on the top portion of the lower sho ...

Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement

Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedure Raise and Support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and ...

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Checking Engine Oil
It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a loop. See Engine Compartment Overview for the location of the engine oil dipstick. 1. I ...

Front Floor Console Replacement
Front Floor Console Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedures Remove the right and left front floor console extensions. Refer to Front Floor Console Extension Replacement - Right Side and Front Floor Conso ...

Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement
Removal Procedure Open hood. Place a drain pan below the vehicle. Caution: To prevent damage to oil filter cap ensure proper tool is used. Do not use an open end wrench which may cause damage to filter cap. Using a 24mm socket or closed end wrench loosen ...

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