Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Radiator Mounting Stud Repair
- Repair Procedure
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- Pressure test the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Leak Testing.
- Grind the fracture surface (1) with a proper tool.
- Drill a hole in the center of the fractured surface, using a 6 mm (0.24 in)
drill.
- Install the new radiator mounting pin (2).
Note:
If the radiator is leaky, replace it. Refer to Radiator Replacement.
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- Install the nut (3).
- Install the radiator mounting pin (2) with the bolt (1).
Note:
The bolt should not be longer than 35 mm (1.38 in)
.
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution.
- Tighten the bolt 5 Y (44 lb in)
.
Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (LUV)
Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Drain the engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Dra ...
Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (LDE LUW)
Special Tools
BO-38185 Hose Clamp Pliers
For equivalent regional tools, Refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Fill ...
Other materials:
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand,
mud, ice, or snow.
If stuck too severely for the traction system to free the vehicle, turn the traction
system off and use the rocking method. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability
Control.
Warning
If the vehi ...
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF
in each shift lever position.
For automatic transmission vehicles, the ignition should turn to LOCK/OFF
only when the shift lever is in P (Park).
For manual transmission vehicles, the ignition should turn ...
Hood Insulator Replacement
Hood Insulator Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Hood Insulator Plastic Retainer (Qty:?€‰6)
2
Hood Insulator
Procedure
Ensure the 3 integral tabs are secured to the hood.
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