Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: 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 surfaces with minor tolerances. When any internal engine parts are serviced, care and cleanliness are important. A liberal coating of engine oil should be applied to friction areas during assembly in order to protect and lubricate the surfaces on initial operation. Throughout this section, it should be understood that proper cleaning and protection of machined surfaces and friction areas are part of the repair procedure. This is considered standard shop practice even if not specifically stated.
Use the proper tools to measure the components when checking for excessive wear. Components not within the manufacturer's specification must be repaired or replaced.
Lubricate all moving parts with engine oil or a specified assembly lubricant. This will provide lubrication for initial start up.
When the components are reinstalled into an engine, return the components to their original location, position, and direction.
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 connectin ...
Special Tools
Illustration
Tool Number/Description
207649
Rod Hairpins
547324
Flange Screws
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Other materials:
When to Add Engine Oil
1.8L Shown, 1.4L Similar
If the oil is below the minimum mark on the dipstick, add 1 L (1 qt) of the recommended
oil and then recheck the level. See “Selecting the Right Engine Oil” in this section
for an explanation of what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity,
see Cap ...
Speaker Replacement Reference
Speaker Replacement Reference
Component
Repair Instruction
Front Door Speaker
Radio Front Side Door Speaker Replacement
Front Tweeter Speaker
Radio Windshield Side Garnish Molding Speaker
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Rear Window Defogger Description and Operation
Rear Window Defogger System Components
The rear window defogger system consist of the following components:
The HVAC control module
The body control module (BCM)
The rear defogger relay
The rear window grid
Driver outside rearview mirror
Passenger outside rearview mirro ...
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