Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Separating Parts
Note:
- Disassembly of the piston, press fit design piston pin, and connecting
rod may create scoring or damage to the piston pin and piston pin bore.
If the piston, pin, and connecting rod have been disassembled, replace the
components as an assembly.
- Many internal engine components will develop specific wear patterns
on their friction surfaces.
- When disassembling the engine, internal components MUST be separated,
marked, or organized in a way to ensure installation to their original location
and position.
Separate, mark, or organize the following components:
- Piston and the piston pin
- Piston to the specific cylinder bore
- Piston rings to the piston
- Connecting rod to the crankshaft journal
- Connecting rod to the bearing cap—A paint stick or etching/engraving type
tool are recommended. Stamping the connecting rod or cap near the bearing bore
may affect component geometry.
- Crankshaft main and connecting rod bearings
- Camshaft and valve tappets
- Valve to the valve guide
- Valve spring and shim to the cylinder head location
- Engine block main bearing cap location and direction
- Oil pump drive and driven gears
Gasket Reuse and Applying Sealants
Do not reuse any gasket unless specified.
Gaskets that can be reused will be identified in the service procedure.
Do not apply sealant to any ...
The importance of cleanliness during assembly cannot be overstated. Dirt or debris
will cause engine damage. An automobile engine is a combination of many machined,
honed, polished and lapped surf ...
Other materials:
All-Season Tires
This vehicle may come with all-season tires. These tires are designed to provide
good overall performance on most road surfaces and weather conditions. Original
equipment tires designed to GM's specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification
code molded onto the sidewall. Origi ...
Radio Rear Side Door Speaker Replacement
Radio Rear Side Door Speaker Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the rear side door trim. Refer to Rear
Side Door Trim Replacement.
1
Radio Rear Side Door Speaker Bol ...
Wheel Drive Shaft Outer Joint Inspection
Disassembly Procedure
Remove the outer constant velocity (CV) joint and boot from the wheel
drive shaft. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Outer Joint and Boot Replacement.
Remove any lubricant from the CV joint.
Note: Position the cage and the inner race so they a ...
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