Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Camshaft Cover Replacement

Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Valvetrain / Camshaft / Camshaft Cover Replacement

Camshaft Cover Replacement
Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the ignition coil. Refer to Ignition Coil Replacement. Remove the PCV hose. Refer to Positive Crankcase Ventilation Hose/Pipe/Tube Replacement.
1	Camshaft Cover Fastener (Qty: 3) Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution. Note: Apply pipe sealant to the center bolt during reinstallation. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers. Tighten 8 Y (71 lb in)
2	Camshaft Cover Fastener (Qty: 8) Tighten 8 Y (71 lb in)
3	Camshaft Cover Gasket Procedure Do not reuse the camshaft gasket. Also use a new gasket when removing or replacing camshaft cover.
4	Camshaft Cover Procedure Remove or reposition the clips as necessary. Disconnect electrical connector as necessary. Transfer components as necessary.

Camshaft Cover Removal

Remove the oil level indicator (1). Remove the 15 camshaft cover bolts (1). Remove the camshaft cover (2) and the camshaft cover gasket (3). ...

Camshaft Installation

Special Tools EN-422 Installer For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools. Note: Coat with MoS 2 lubricating paste. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants ...

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Wheel Drive Shaft Inner Joint Inspection
Inspection Procedure Remove the front wheel drive shaft inner joint and boot. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement. Remove the wheel drive shaft tripod bushing (1) from the tripod housing (3). Remove the wheel drive shaft tripod housi ...

Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
Warning: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. Apply the parking brake. Be read ...

Clutch System Description and Operation
Clutch Spin Down Time Inspect the clutch spin down time as follows: Apply the parking brake and block the vehicle wheels. Shift the manual transmission into NEUTRAL. Start the engine. Run the engine at idle speed. Engage the clutch. Disengage the clutch. Wait 9 seconds. ...

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