Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Exhaust Manifold with Catalytic Converter Replacement (LUW)

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Exhaust Manifold with Catalytic Converter Replacement
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Warning: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Warning. Warning: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning. Preliminary Procedure Remove the catalytic converter heat shield. Refer to Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Replacement. Remove the exhaust front pipe. Refer to Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement.
1	Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Nut (Qty: 9) Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution. Tighten 15 Y (11 lb ft)
2	Exhaust Manifold Gasket
3	Exhaust Manifold Brace Bolt (Qty: 4) Tighten 20 Y (15 lb ft)
4	Exhaust Manifold Brace
5	Exhaust Manifold with Catalytic Converter Procedure Disconnect the temperature sensor and transfer parts if replacing the exhaust manifold with catalytic converter. Clean the sealing surfaces. Replace the exhaust gasket with a NEW gasket. Replace the exhaust manifold nuts with NEW nuts.

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 ...

Clutch Actuator Cylinder Front Pipe Replacement

Removal Procedure Remove the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement. Remove as much brake fluid out of brake fluid reservoir as possible. Unclip the clutch act ...

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Caster Description
Caster is the tilting of the uppermost point of the steering axis either forward or backward, when viewed from the side of the vehicle. A backward tilt is positive (+) and a forward tilt is negative (−). Caster influences directional control of the steering but does not a ...

Positive Crankcase Ventilation Pipe Removal
Open the 2 positive crankcase ventilation pipe retainer clips (2) and (3). Note: Move retainer clamp (1) in direction of the arrow. Remove the positive crankcase ventilation pipe from the intake manifold. Loosen the charger air bypass val ...

Bushing and Mating Shaft Inspection
Note: Proper bushing and corresponding mating shaft inspection should be performed before replacing the bushing, shaft, and in some cases, the component which houses the bushing. Thoroughly clean and dry the bushing and shaft surfaces before inspecting for damage. Any of the followin ...

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