Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Inspection
Special Tools
GE-8001 Dial Indicator Set
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
- Inspect the outer tie rod seal. If the outer tie rod seal is torn, replace the outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement.
- Raise the side of the vehicle being inspected with a floor jack while maintaining contact between the opposite wheel and the shop floor. Support the lower control arm with a floor jack stand as far outboard as possible and remove the floor jack. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Install the GE-8001 dial indicator between the outer tie rod and the steering knuckle as shown in the graphic. Note that the tire and wheel assembly is shown removed only for clarification of the GE-8001 dial indicator position.
- Grasping the tire at the 3 o'clock (2) and 9 o'clock (1) positions, gently push in on one side of the tire to remove any lash.
- Zero the GE-8001 dial indicator .
- On the same side of the tire previously pushed inwards, gently pull outwards and measure the lash.
- Record the measurement shown on the GE-8001 dial indicator .
- If the measured value exceeds 0.5 mm (0.02 in), replace the outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement.
- Repeat the procedure for the other side.
Note:
This inspection procedure does not supersede local government required inspections that have more stringent requirements.
Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement
Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Li ...
Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Li ...
Other materials:
Hazard Warning Flashers
(Hazard Warning Flasher): Press
and momentarily hold this button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash
on and off. This warns others that you are having trouble. Press and momentarily
hold again to turn the flashers off. ...
Engine Cover Replacement
Engine Cover Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Engine Cover
Procedure
Use a suitable tool to first unclip the front of the cover, then rotate
the cover backward and pull upward to remove.
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Front Brake Caliper Replacement
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal
and Install ...
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