Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Catalytic Converter Replacement (LUV)
- Removal Procedure
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Warning:
Refer to Exhaust Service Warning.
Warning:
Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Warning.
- Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement.
- Remove the catalytic converter heated oxygen sensor - 1. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Sensor 1.
- Remove the catalytic converter to the turbocharger clamp fastener (1) and discard the clamp (2).
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Remove the drivetrain and front suspension frame skid plate. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement.
- Remove the exhaust front pipe fasteners (1) and discard the exhaust gasket (2).
- Remove the catalytic converter brace fasteners (1) from the catalytic converter brace (2).
- Remove the catalytic converter.
- Installation Procedure
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- Install the catalytic converter into the catalytic converter brace (2) and loosely tighten the fasteners (1).
- Install a NEW clamp into the position shown and loosely tighten the clamp fastener (1).
- Install the exhaust front pipe (3) to the catalytic converter with a
NEW gasket (2) and tighten the fasteners (1) to 22 Y (16 lb ft)
.
- Tighten the catalytic converter brace fasteners (1) to 22 Y (16 lb ft)
.
- Install the drivetrain and front suspension frame skid plate. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Tighten the turbocharge clamp fastener (1) to 13 Y (115 lb in)
.
- Install the exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement.
- Install the catalytic converter heated oxygen sensor - 1. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Sensor 1.
- Start the engine and check for exhaust leaks.
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution.
Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Replacement (LUV)
Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning.
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Exhaust Manifold with Catalytic Converter Replacement (LUW)
Exhaust Manifold with Catalytic Converter Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Wa ...
Other materials:
Rocking the Vehicle to Get it Out
Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels.
Turn off any traction system. Shift back and forth between R (Reverse) and a low
forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. To prevent transmission
wear, wait until the wheels stop spinning before s ...
Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair (Base)
Warning: When applying sound deadeners, or anti-corrosion materials
due care and preventative measures must be exercised to prevent any material
from being sprayed into door and quarter panel mechanisms such as door locks,
window run channels, window regulators and seat belt retractors, ...
Fuel Tank Fuel Pump Module Replacement
Special Tools
EN-48279 Fuel Sender Lock Ring Tool
For equivalent regional tools, refer Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief
Remove the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement.
Disconnect the electrical c ...
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