Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Exhaust Rear Muffler Replacement (LUV,LUW)
Special Tools
CH-6614 Chain Pipe Cutter
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
- Removal Procedure
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Warning:
Refer to Exhaust Service Warning.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Cut the exhaust rear muffler (2) with the CH-6614 pipe cutter at position (1).
- Remove the rear exhaust muffler (2) from the exhaust isolators (1).
- Sand smooth the front exhaust pipe for ease of installation.
- Installation Procedure
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- Install the new rear exhaust muffler (2) into the exhaust isolators.
- Position the exhaust front pipe (3) into the exhaust muffler clamp.
- Install the rear exhaust muffler (2) into the exhaust muffler clamp
and tighten the bolt (1) to 50 Y (37 lb ft)
.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Start the engine and check for exhaust leaks.
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution.
Note:
There are 3 different exhaust muffler clamps depending on the diameter of the exhaust pipe.
Exhaust Rear Muffler Heat Shield Replacement
Exhaust Rear Muffler Heat Shield Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Disconnect the exhaust system hangers ...
Fuel System
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Other materials:
Front Floor Console Extension Replacement - Left Side
Front Floor Console Extension Replacement - Left Side
Callout
Component Name
1
Front Floor Console Extension Push-In Retainer
2
Front Floor Console Extension
Procedure
Use a flat bladed ...
Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement
Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Disable the SIR system, if equipped. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
1
Windshield Side Garnish Moldi ...
Special Tools
Illustration
Tool Number/ Description
CH 41013
J 41013
Rotor Resurfacing kit
CH 42450–A
J 42450–A
Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit
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