Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Exhaust Manifold Cleaning and Inspection
- Clean the exhaust manifold (1) in solvent.
- Dry the exhaust manifold (1) with compressed air.
- An exhaust manifold leak or damage may cause an exhaust leak and may effect OBD II system performance. A damaged exhaust must be replaced.
Warning:
Wear safety glasses in order to avoid eye damage.
Fuel Tank Heat Shield Replacement
Removal Procedure
Support the fuel tank with a suitable jack.
Remove the fuel tank strap fasteners (1) and lower the fuel tank straps (2).
Remove the ...
Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Installation
Install the exhaust manifold heat shield (2).
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution.
Install the 3 exhaust manifold heat shield bolts (1) and the washers and
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Other materials:
Brake Fluid
The brake/clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid as
indicated on the reservoir cap. See Engine Compartment Overview for the location
of the reservoir.
There are only two reasons why the fluid level in the reservoir might go down:
The fluid level goes down b ...
Windshield Washer Nozzle Replacement
Windshield Washer Nozzle Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the hood insulator. Refer to Hood Insulator Replacement.
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Windshield Washer Nozzle
Procedure
Disconne ...
Front Disc Brake Pads Replacement
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
Note: Always replace disc brake pads in axle sets.
Inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
If the brake fluid level is midway between the maximum-full point and
the minimum allowab ...