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    What is the original rear wiper position?

    Hi. My rear wiper was hanging down like this: The service ordered new one because the plastic part was damaged. I waited 2 weeks for the parts. They installed it yesterday but it was still hanging down. I searched Sonic HB photos on the internet and I said it should high a little bit more...
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    Turbo whine started after the service washed the engine

    Hi. The service said they carbon cleaned the engine and washed the engine in annual maintenance. After the service I noticed this turbo whine sound. The service says this sound is normal. It wasn't there before the maintenance. They ripped out and reattached the hoses, tried a different turbo...
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    Making a plastic trim for 7 inch screen - Raspberry Pi Android Auto

    Hi. I have a robot project at college this year so I stepped in to Raspberry Pi world. I saw this video on Youtube and this is the what I want for years: Q9gHsR4foLM I have all the parts already. I need a plastic trim like this: I guess this is the really old Windows CE Chinese device for...
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    Road Holding is so bad

    My Sonic oversteer too much. You can see I cannot beat a Toyota Corolla on a curve even I have the advantage. My tires are Continental ContiPremiumContact 2. b_ATBCp94qI
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    People think the trunk has resistance to close and they close it strong

    Everytime I feel the pain when somebody closes my trunk. I forgetting to close it by myself everytime. Yesterday I had the Code 24, which is license plate bulb error. I remembered my uncle had closed my trunk really hard in the same day. I went to the service, they opened the trunk and the...
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    Sun coverage for the center dash when using the smartphone for navigation?(image inc)

    Sunviser in center dash for the smartphone?(image inc) Firstly, every car manufacturer must admit that we need the smartphone holders when the car is out of the factory. This is the new Ford Fiesta with the integrated smartphone holder, for example: Back to Sonic, I have 2 phone holders...
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    Brake pad replace or brake disc and brake pad replace?

    My Sonic is at 33k miles. It's time to replace the brake pads for the first time I think. When I had a 2000 Ford Fiesta, I never had satisfaction after brake pad changes. They always said brake discs are in good condition, brake pad change is enough but I think the conformance(or adaptation)...
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    I found 16 inch LTZ rims, is it safe to change it?

    I found these rims: https://www.sahibinden.com/ilan/yedek-parca-aksesuar-donanim-tuning-otomotiv-ekipmanlari-jant-lastik-16-5x105-chevrolet-aveo-jant-takimi-korfez-jant-lastik-gebze-553060989/detay This is one in a year chance in my country. I want to buy them but is it OK to change...
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    How to remove the cable bellow on the trunk for fitting rear dashcam on a HB Sonic?

    I don't want to damage it, how can I remove it?
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    Which phone holder and charger do you use in your Sonic?

    I use Logitech Drive phone holder, it's good but not enough in the summer days. Phones are getting too much overheating and needs A/C. Because of that I use Logitech Trip on the vent also. My Sonic is LS, so charging and bluetooth connection is another issue for me. I use Aukey CC-T9 for...
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    Aliexpress DIY Steering Wheel Leather (images included)

    It might be better if the wheel has the controls on both sides.
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    Engine mount needs change frequently(1 engine mount maintains 5k miles)

    My Sonic is at 28k miles now. My first engine mount changed when it was at 3k miles. When it's under guarantee, it was not a problem. I did not pay anything. But it keeps consuming engine mounts. 2Lgv_E02fcY You can hear it when the car curving or springs due to asphalt ripple. Engine does...
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    Fitting the '17 Mylink to '12 Sonic LS

    Any possible? If I buy this: https://www.ebay.com/itm/16-17-Chevrolet-Cruze-Sonic-Mylink-Radio-Touch-Screen-Display-42518015-I16-001/142552715891 Is it unlocked? If it's working even on the table, there must be a possible way to fit I think? :D What I need to know about that? My Sonic is...
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    81 MPG with the diesel Sonic

    52 MPH constant speed with the cruise control + 30 minutes of bumper to bumper traffic. Air condition is on about 30 minutes. The road has ramps.
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