Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Air Conditioning O-Ring Seal Replacement
- Removal Procedure
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- Disassemble the A/C refrigerant components. Refer to the appropriate repair procedure
- Cap or tape the A/C refrigerant components.
- Remove the O-ring seal (1) from the A/C refrigerant component.
- Inspect the O-ring seal for signs of damage to help determine the root cause of the failure.
- Inspect the A/C refrigerant components for damage or burrs. Repair if necessary.
- DISCARD the O-ring seal.
Note:
Cap or tape the open A/C refrigerant components immediately to prevent system contamination.
- Installation Procedure
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- Inspect the new O-ring seal for any sign of cracks, cuts, or damage.
- Remove the cap or tape from the A/C refrigerant components.
- Using a lint-free clean, dry cloth, carefully clean the sealing surfaces of the A/C refrigerant components.
- Lightly coat the new O-ring seal with mineral base 525 viscosity refrigerant oil.
- Carefully slide the NEW O-ring seal (1) onto the A/C refrigerant component.
- The O-ring seal (1) must be fully seated.
- Assemble the A/C components.
Refer to the appropriate repair procedure.
Note:
DO NOT allow any of the mineral base 525 viscosity refrigerant oil on the new O-ring seal to enter the refrigerant system.
Note:
DO NOT reuse O-ring seals.
Air Conditioning Clutch Assembly Replacement (LUV)
Air Conditioning Clutch Assembly Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
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Special Tools
GE-39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
GE-46246 Valve Core Removal Tool
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
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Instrument Panel Compartment Door Latch Replacement
Instrument Panel Compartment Door Latch Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Instrument Panel Compartment Door Latch Fasteners (Qty:?€‰2)
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution.
2
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Intake Manifold Disassemble (1.8L LUW and LWE)
Remove the intake manifold absolute pressure sensor bolt (1).
Remove the manifold absolute pressure sensor (2) from the intake manifold (3).
Remove the intake manifold mount (2) from the intake manifold (1).
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Neutral - Engine Running (Gen 2)
When the gear selector is moved to the Neutral (N) position, the hydraulic and
electrical system operation is identical to Park (P) range. However, if Neutral
is selected after the vehicle was operating in Reverse (R), the normally-low 35R
pressure control solenoid is commanded OFF and the fol ...
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