Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Water Outlet Replacement (LUV)
- Removal Procedure
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- Drain the engine coolant system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
- Remove the following:
- Engine coolant air bleed hose (1)
- Engine coolant temperature sensor (2) and connector clip (3)
- Heated oxygen sensor connector (4)
- Remove the heater outlet hose (1) and the heater inlet hose (2).
- Remove the water outlet bolts (1) and discard the water outlet seal (2).
- Remove the water outlet (3).
- Installation Procedure
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- Clean the sealing surfaces.
- Install the water outlet (3) and a NEW water outlet seal (2).
- Install the water outlet bolts (1) and tighten to 8 Y (71 lb in)
.
- Install the heater outlet hose (1) and the heater inlet hose (2).
- Connect the following:
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution.
- Engine coolant temperature sensor (2) and connector clip (3)
- Heated oxygen sensor connector (4)
- Engine coolant air bleed hose connector (1)
- Fill the engine coolant system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
- Start the engine and check for coolant leaks.
Water Outlet Removal
Remove the 3 water outlet bolts (3).
Remove the water outlet (2) and the water outlet seal ring (1).
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Coolant Pump
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Other materials:
Driving on Snow or Ice
Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating
less traction or grip.
Wet ice can occur at about 0°C (32°F) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting
in even less traction. Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads
can be treated with sa ...
Water Pump Pulley Replacement (LUW)
Removal Procedure
Remove the air cleaner housing. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement.
Support the engine with a suitable jack.
Remove the engine mount. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement.
Raise engine to access the bolts.
Loosen the 3 water pu ...
Special Tools
Illustration
Tool Number/Description
3-0207944
Main Shaft Tapered Bearing Insert Tool
39506289
Universal Adapter, 2.5L HST Engine
69604356
Gear Pullers
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