Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Air Conditioning (AC) Refrigerant Filter Replacement
Special Tools
GE 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
- Removal Procedure
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- Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
- Remove the air conditioning condenser. Refer to Air Conditioning Condenser Replacement.
- Remove the air conditioning receiver and dehydrator plug (4).
- Remove and discard the sealing washers (3).
- Remove the refrigerant filter (2) from the condenser (1).
Note:
Cap all A/C components immediately to prevent system contamination.
- Installation Procedure
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- Uncap A/C components.
- Install new sealing washers (3). Refer to Air Conditioning O-Ring Seal Replacement.
- Install the refrigerant filter (2) into the air conditioning condenser (1).
- Install the air conditioning receiver and dehydrator plug (4).
- Install the air conditioning condenser. Refer to Air Conditioning Condenser Replacement.
- Evacuate and charge the refrigerant system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
- Leak test the fittings using the GE 39400-A detector .
Air Conditioning (A/C) Refrigerant Pressure Sensor Replacement (LUV)
Air Conditioning (A/C) Refrigerant Pressure Sensor Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Air Conditioning Refrigerant Pre ...
Air Conditioning Clutch Assembly Replacement (LDE/LUW/LWE)
Air Conditioning Clutch Assembly Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the air conditioning compresso ...
Other materials:
Rear Wheelhouse Liner Replacement (Hatchback - Left)
Rear Wheelhouse Liner Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and
Installation.
1
Rear Wheelhouse Panel Liner ...
Instrument Panel Accessory Bezel Package Installation
Installation Instructions Part Number
95205543
Kit Contents
Qty
Description
1
Molding Assembly - I/P Center Upper
1
Molding Assembly - I/P Center
1
Bezel Assembly - ...
Tire Inspection
We recommend that the tires, including the spare tire, if the vehicle has
one, be inspected for signs of wear or damage at least once a month.
Replace the tire if:
The indicators at three or more places around the tire can be seen.
There is cord or fabric showing through the tire's ...
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