Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Camshaft Cover Installation
- Clean the sealing surfaces.
- Apply sealing compound to areas (1) and (2). Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers.
- Install the camshaft cover (2) and a NEW gasket (3).
- Install the 15 camshaft cover bolts (1).
- Tighten the 15 camshaft cover bolts in a sequence as shown to 8 Y (71 lb in)
.
- Install the oil level indicator (1).
Note:
The thickness of the sealing bead should be 2 mm (0.0787 in).
Note:
The installation procedure should not take longer than 10 minutes.
Camshaft Actuator System Description
Camshaft Actuator System Overview
(1)
Camshaft Actuator Vane
(2)
Timing Chain Sprocket
(3)
Engine Oil Pressure-For retarding ...
Camshaft Cover Removal
Remove the oil level indicator (1).
Remove the 15 camshaft cover bolts (1).
Remove the camshaft cover (2) and the camshaft cover gasket (3).
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Other materials:
Steering Gear Replacement
Steering Gear Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Caution: With wheels of the vehicle facing straight ahead,
secure the steering wheel utilizing steering column anti-rotation pin,
steering column lock, or a strap to p ...
Instrument Panel Center Upper Molding Replacement
Instrument Panel Center Upper Molding Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the instrument panel center molding. Refer to Instrument Panel
Center Molding Replacement.
1
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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
3-02 ...