Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Case Porosity Repair
Some external leaks are caused by case porosity in non-pressurized areas.
- Thoroughly clean the area to be repaired with a cleaning solvent. Air dry the area.
- Using instructions from the manufacturer, mix a sufficient amount of an epoxy to make the repair.
- Apply the epoxy. A clean, dry soldering acid brush can be used to clean the area and also to apply the epoxy cement. Make certain that the area to be repaired is fully covered.
- Allow the epoxy cement to cure for three hours before assembling the components.
- Repeat the fluid leak diagnosis procedures.
Warning:
Epoxy adhesive may cause skin irritations and eye damage. Read and follow all information on the container label as provided by the manufacturer.
Other materials:
Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement
Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
Remove the driver inflatable restraint instrument panel lower module.
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Rear Seat Head Restraint Guide Replacement
Rear Seat Head Restraint Guide Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the rear seat head restraint. Refer to Rear Seat Head Restraint
Replacement
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Rear Seat Head Restra ...
Tire Dismounting and Mounting (Match Mounting)
Match mounting is required on any wheel/tire assembly not within RFV specification.
Important: If a wheel/tire assembly is not within the RFV specification
after match mounting, the tire must be returned to the tire manufacturer.
All wheel weights should be removed prior ...
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