Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Engine Coolant Thermostat Replacement (LUV)
- Removal Procedure
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- Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
- Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement.
- Remove the engine coolant temperature sensor connector (1).
- Disconnect the radiator outlet hose connector (2) from the engine coolant thermostat and reposition. Refer to Radiator Outlet Hose Connector Replacement- Engine Side.
- Remove the water inlet pipe mounting fasteners (1).
- Remove the water inlet seal (3) and discard.
- Remove the thermostat (4).
- Installation Procedure
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- Clean the sealing surface.
- Install the engine thermostat (4) into the water inlet pipe (2) with a NEW seal (3).
- Tighten the water inlet pipe mounting fasteners (1) to 9 Y (80 lb in)
.
- Install the radiator outlet hose connector (2) to the engine coolant thermostat. Refer to Radiator Outlet Hose Connector Replacement- Engine Side.
- Connect the engine coolant temperature sensor connector (1).
- Install the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement.
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
- After repairs, inspect cooling system for leaks.
Engine Coolant Thermostat Removal
Caution: Refer to Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Caution.
Remove the 4 engine coolant thermostat bolts (3).
Remove the engine coolant thermostat assembly ...
Engine Coolant Thermostat Replacement (LUW)
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning.
Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnection and Connection.
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Other materials:
Windshield Header Courtesy Lamp Replacement
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Windshield Header Courtesy Lamp Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Windshield Header Courtesy Lamp
Procedures
Grasp the courtesy lamp assembly and pull downward to release the
retainer clips ...
Hood Hinge Replacement
Hood Hinge Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Remove the hood. Refer to Hood Replacement.
Remove the front fender. Refer to Front Fender Replacement.
1
Hood Hinge Bolt (Q ...
Drum Brake Hardware Replacement (J93, J94)
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal
and Installation.
Remove the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum R ...
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