Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Engine Oil Cooler Installation
- Install the engine oil cooler assembly (6) along with 2 NEW sealings (8) and (9).
- Install the 3 oil cooler bolts (5) and tighten to 10 Y (89 lb in)
.
- Install the oil cooler coolant outlet pipe bolt (7) and tighten to 10 Y (89 lb in)
.
- Install the oil cooler coolant outlet hose (2) to the engine coolant thermostat housing.
- Install the oil cooler coolant outlet hose clamp (1).
- Install the oil cooler coolant inlet hose (4) to the water outlet.
- Install the oil cooler coolant inlet hose clamp (3).
Note:
Lubricate the oil cooler seal (8) with clean engine oil.
Engine Oil Cooler Inlet Pipe Replacement (LUW)
Removal Procedure
Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
Remove the exhaust manifold with catalytic converter. Refer to Exhaust
Manifold with C ...
Engine Oil Cooler Outlet Hose Replacement (LUV)
Engine Oil Cooler Outlet Hose Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling S ...
Other materials:
Rocking the Vehicle to Get it Out
Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels.
Turn off any traction system. Shift back and forth between R (Reverse) and a low
forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. To prevent transmission
wear, wait until the wheels stop spinning before s ...
Hydraulic Brake System Flushing
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning.
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components
Caution.
Inspect the brake fluid for the following conditions, indicating brake fluid
contamination:
Fluid separation, indicating 2 types of fl ...
Transmission Replacement (With 1.2L or 1.4L Engine)
Removal Procedure
Remove the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement.
Without draining the coolant or removing the hoses, remove and position
aside the radiator surge tank. Refer to Radiator Surge Tank Replacement.
Remove the transmission range selector lever cabl ...
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