Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Engine Block Disassemble
- Remove the cylinder head locating (1, 2).
- Remove the oil pressure switch (1).
- Remove the knock sensor bolt (2) and the knock sensor (1).
- Clean the thread.
- Remove the oil flow check valve (1).
- Remove the oil pressure relief valve closure bolt (1) and the oil pressure relief valve.
- Remove the piston (1) and spring (2) from the oil pressure relief valve closure bolt (3).
- Clean and inspect the components. Refer to Engine Block Cleaning and Inspection.
- Clean the thread.
- Remove the 4 piston oil nozzles (1).
Engine Block Assemble
Install the 4 piston oil nozzles (1).
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution.
Install the 4 piston oil nozzle bolts (2) and tighten to 25 Y ...
Engine Block Cleaning and Inspection
Special Tools
EN-8087 Cylinder Gauge
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Clean the sealing material from the gasket mating surfaces (2).
Clean the engine blo ...
Other materials:
Brake Fluid
The brake/clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid as
indicated on the reservoir cap. See Engine Compartment Overview for
the location of the reservoir.
There are only two reasons why the fluid level in the reservoir might go down:
The fluid level goes down ...
OnStar Overview
If equipped, this vehicle has a comprehensive, in-vehicle system that can connect
to a live Advisor for Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connection, and Diagnostic
Services.
The OnStar system status light is next to the OnStar buttons. If the status light
is:
Solid Green: System is ...
Instrument Panel Compartment Door Dampener Replacement
Instrument Panel Compartment Door Dampener Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the instrument panel lower compartment. Refer to Instrument Panel
Lower Compartment Replacement.
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