Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Water Inlet Replacement (LUW)

Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Engine Cooling / Information / Water Inlet Replacement (LUW)

Removal Procedure

Drain the engine coolant system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.

Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor connector (1).
Remove the radiator outlet hose connector clip (2) and the radiator outlet hose (3).

Remove the water inlet bolts (1) and discard the water inlet seal (3).
Remove the water inlet (4) and the engine coolant thermostat (2) from the engine.

Installation Procedure

Clean the sealing surfaces.

Install the water inlet (4) and a NEW water inlet seal (3).

Caution:

Refer to Fastener Caution.

Install the water inlet bolts (1) and tighten to 8 Y (71 lb in)
.

Install the radiator outlet hose (3) and retainer clip (2).
Connect the engine coolant temperature connector (1).
Fill the engine coolant system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
Start the engine and check for coolant leaks.

Water Inlet Replacement (LUV)

Removal Procedure Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling. Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement. ...

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 outl ...

Other materials:

Luggage/Load Locations
Load Compartment (Hatchback) The load compartment cover can be used to conceal objects under it or removed and placed on the bottom of the load compartment to carry larger loads. To remove the load compartment cover: 1. Lift up on the load compartment cover and pull out. 2. Store the load comp ...

Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement
Special Tools CH-50559 Wheel Hub/Bearing Remover Kit For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools. Removal Procedure Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle. Remove the steering knuckle assembly from the vehicle. Refer to Steering ...

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 gasket or sealing surface unless called out in the service information. Separating ...

0.0053