Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Exhaust Manifold with Catalytic Converter Replacement (LUW)

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Exhaust Manifold with Catalytic Converter Replacement
Callout	Component Name
Warning: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Warning. Warning: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning. Preliminary Procedure Remove the catalytic converter heat shield. Refer to Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Replacement. Remove the exhaust front pipe. Refer to Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement.
1	Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Nut (Qty: 9) Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution. Tighten 15 Y (11 lb ft)
2	Exhaust Manifold Gasket
3	Exhaust Manifold Brace Bolt (Qty: 4) Tighten 20 Y (15 lb ft)
4	Exhaust Manifold Brace
5	Exhaust Manifold with Catalytic Converter Procedure Disconnect the temperature sensor and transfer parts if replacing the exhaust manifold with catalytic converter. Clean the sealing surfaces. Replace the exhaust gasket with a NEW gasket. Replace the exhaust manifold nuts with NEW nuts.

Exhaust Manifold Removal

Remove the 9 exhaust manifold nuts (4). Remove the 2 exhaust manifold bolts (2) Remove the exhaust manifold (3) and gasket (1). Clean all of the g ...

Clutch Actuator Cylinder Front Pipe Replacement

Removal Procedure Remove the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement. Remove as much brake fluid out of brake fluid reservoir as possible. Unclip the clutch act ...

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Airbag Readiness Light
This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system. The system check includes the airbag sensor(s), passenger sensing system, the pretensioners (if equipped), the airbag modules, the wiring, and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the airbag ...

Turn Signal Switch Bracket Replacement
Turn Signal Switch Bracket Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedure Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil. Refer to Steering Wheel Airbag Coil Replacement. 1 ...

Definitions and Abbreviations
Throttle Positions Engine Braking A condition where the engine is used to slow the vehicle by manually downshifting during a zero throttle coastdown. Full Throttle Downshift A quick apply of the accelerator pedal to its full travel, forcing a downshift. ...

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