Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement
Special Tools
- EN-960 Installer
- EN-45000 Remover Oil seal
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
- Removal Procedure
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- Remove the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement.
- Place a drain pan underneath the front crankshaft seal area.
- Remove crankshaft front oil seal (2) from engine front cover. Use EN-45000 remover (1).
- Installation Procedure
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- Install NEW crankshaft front oil seal (1) to EN-960 installer (2).
- Install crankshaft front oil seal by means of EN-960 installer (1) to engine front cover (2).
- Ensure that crankshaft front oil seal (2) is flush with engine front cover (1).
- Install crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement.
- Remove the drain pan.
- Check and correct engine oil level.
Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Installation
Special Tools
EN-6351 Mounting Sleeves
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Clean the sealing surfaces.
Slide the EN-6351 sleeves (2) protective sleeve onto t ...
Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Installation
Special Tools
EN-658-1 Installer
EN-235-6 Installer
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Slide the crankshaft rear oil seal (2) across the EN-235-6 installe ...
Other materials:
Tire Rotation
In order to equalize wear, rotate the tires at the specified intervals. Also,
rotate the tire and wheel assembly whenever you notice uneven tire wear.
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Battery Tray Replacement
Battery Tray Replacement
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Preliminary Procedures
Remove the battery. Refer to Battery Replacement.
Unclip the engine control module (ECM) bracket from the battery
tray and set aside.
Unclip the ...
Inspection/Maintenance System Check
Diagnostic Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle
prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
Review Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle
for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides
an overview of each diagn ...
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