Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Fuel Tank Filler Pipe Replacement
- Removal Procedure
-
- Remove the bracket fastener (1).
- Lift and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Remove the fuel tank filler pipe bracket fastener (1).
- Disconnect the vent hose (2). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service.
- Loosen the filler pipe hose clamp (3).
- Remove the fuel tank filler pipe (1).
- Installation Procedure
-
- Install the fuel tank filler pipe (1).
- Tighten hose clamp (3) to 4 Y(35 lb in)
.
- Connect the vent hose (2). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service.
- Tighten the filler pipe bracket fastener (1) to 9 Y(89 lb in)
.
- Install the bracket fastener (1) and tighten to 9 Y(89 lb in).
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution.
Fuel System Description
Fuel System Overview
The fuel system is an electronic returnless on-demand design. A returnless
fuel system reduces the internal temperature of the fuel tank by not returning
hot fuel f ...
Fuel Tank Filler Pipe Replacement (Steel Tank)
Removal Procedure
Remove the fuel filler door housing. Refer to Fuel Tank Filler Door
Latch Housing Replacement.
Remove the bracket fastener (1).
Lift and ...
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Tire Pressure
Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively.
Caution
Neither tire underinflation nor overinflation is good. Underinflated tires,
or tires that do not have enough air, can result in:
. Tire overloading and overheating which could lead to a blowout.
. Premature or ir ...
Thrust Washer and Bearing Cleaning and Inspection
Warning: Wear safety glasses to avoid injury when using compressed
air or any cleaning solvent. Bodily injury may occur if fumes are inhaled
or if skin is exposed to chemicals.
Caution: Do not allow the bearings to spin. Turn them slowly by
hand. Spinning the beari ...
Special Tools
Illustration
Tool Number/Description
CH 21177
J 21177-A
Drum to Brake Shoe Clearance Gauge
CH 41013
J 41013
Rotor Resurfacing Kit
C ...
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