Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Exhaust Manifold Installation
- Clean the exhaust manifold sealing surface.
- Install a NEW exhaust manifold gasket (1) to the cylinder head.
- Install the exhaust manifold (3) and tighten the NEW nuts (4) to 20 Y (15 lb ft)
.
- Install the 2 exhaust manifold bracket bolts (2) to 20 Y (15 lb ft)
.
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution.
Caution:
Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Caution.
Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement (LUW)
Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning.
Prelimin ...
Exhaust Manifold Removal
Remove the 9 exhaust manifold nuts (4).
Remove the 2 exhaust manifold bolts (2)
Remove the exhaust manifold (3) and gasket (1).
Clean all of the g ...
Other materials:
Trim Height Inspection
Trim Height Measurement
Trim height is a predetermined measurement relating to vehicle ride height.
Incorrect trim heights can cause the vehicle to bottom out over bumps, damage
to the suspension components and symptoms similar to wheel alignment problems.
Check the trim heights wh ...
Crankshaft and Bearing Removal
Identify all the connecting rod bearing caps (1).
Remove the 4 bolts.
Remove the connecting rod bearing caps 1 and 4 (1).
Turn the crankshaft through 180°.
Remove the 4 bolts.
Remove the connecting rod bearing caps 2 and 3 ( ...
Oil Pan Cleaning and Inspection
Warning: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air in order
to prevent eye injury.
Caution: To ensure proper engine lubrication, clean clogged or
contaminated oil galleries in an approved solvent and with compressed air.
Failure to clean oil galleries may cause ...
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