Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Separating Parts
Note:
- Disassembly of the piston, press fit design piston pin, and connecting rod may create scoring or damage to the piston pin and piston pin bore. If the piston, pin, and connecting rod have been disassembled, replace the components as an assembly.
- Many internal engine components will develop specific wear patterns on their friction surfaces.
- When disassembling the engine, internal components MUST be separated, marked, or organized in a way to ensure installation to their original location and position.
Separate, mark, or organize the following components:
- Piston and the piston pin
- Piston to the specific cylinder bore
- Piston rings to the piston
- Connecting rod to the crankshaft journal
- Connecting rod to the bearing cap—A paint stick or etching/engraving type tool are recommended. Stamping the connecting rod or cap near the bearing bore may affect component geometry.
- Crankshaft main and connecting rod bearings
- Camshaft and valve tappets
- Valve to the valve guide
- Valve spring and shim to the cylinder head location
- Engine block main bearing cap location and direction
- Oil pump drive and driven gears
Replacing Engine Gaskets
Gasket Reuse and Applying Sealants
Do not reuse any gasket unless specified.
Gaskets that can be reused will be identified in the service procedure.
Do not apply sealant to any ...
Service Prior to Assembly
The importance of cleanliness during assembly cannot be overstated. Dirt or debris
will cause engine damage. An automobile engine is a combination of many machined,
honed, polished and lapped surf ...
Other materials:
Instrument Panel Fuse Block Access Hole Cover Replacement (Without AAL)
Instrument Panel Fuse Block Access Hole Cover Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Instrument Panel Fuse Block Access Hole Cover
Procedure
Grasp the lower edge of the fuse block cover and pull outward disengaging ...
Tools and Equipment
Special tools are listed and illustrated throughout this section with a complete
listing at the end of the section. These tools, or their equivalents, are specially
designed to quickly and safely accomplish the operations for which they are intended.
The use of these special tools will also mi ...
Water Outlet Installation
Clean the sealing surfaces.
Install the water outlet (2) and a NEW water outlet seal ring (1).
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution.
Install the 3 water outlet bolts (3) and tighten to 8 Y (71 lb in).
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