Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Liftgate Replacement

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Liftgate Replacement
Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Disconnect the electrical connectors. Disconnect the liftgate struts. Refer to Liftgate Strut Replacement. Remove the body lock pillar upper trim. Refer to Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement.
1	Liftgate Hinge Bolt (Qty:?€‰4) Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution. Tighten 22?€‰Y (16?€‰lb?€‰ft)
2	Liftgate Procedure Transfer parts as needed. Adjust the liftgate if needed. Refer to Liftgate Adjustment.

Liftgate Emblem/Nameplate Replacement (Hatchback)

Liftgate Emblem/Nameplate Replacement Callout Component Name 1 Liftgate Emblem/Nameplate Assembly Caution: Refer ...

Liftgate Side Applique Replacement (Hatchback)

Liftgate Side Applique Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedure Open and support the rear liftgate assembly. Re ...

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Engine Cover Replacement
Engine Cover Replacement Callout Component Name 1 Engine Cover Procedure Use a suitable tool to first unclip the front of the cover, then rotate the cover backward and pull upward to remove. ...

Draining Fluids and Oil Filter Removal
Place a drip pan underneath. Remove the oil filter cap (1). Remove the oil filter cap seal (2). Remove and properly dispose of the oil filter insert (3). Re-install the oil filter cap. Remove the oil drain bolt. Drain the engine oil into the drip pan. ...

Drive Belt Installation
Special Tools EN-955 Locking Pins EN-48488 Holding Wrench For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools. Note: Ensure that the drive belt tensioner is held with EN-955?E locking pin. Install the drive belt. Move the drive belt tensioner clockwise until EN- ...

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