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.

Replacing Engine Gaskets

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 ...

Service Prior to Assembly

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:

Eliminating Unwanted Odors in Vehicles
GM Vehicle Care Odor Eliminator, Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers, may control or eliminate odors in the interior and luggage compartment areas of GM vehicles. This non-toxic, biodegradable, odorless product has been shown to greatly reduce or remove the following types of o ...

Airbag Steering Wheel Module Coil Centering
Note: If a double wire harness strap is installed onto the wire harness assembly and steering column, the original holder for the wire strap(s) MUST be reused during installation. Remove the wire harness strap(s) where necessary. Caution: The new SIR coil assembly will ...

Transmission Fluid Pump Assemble (6T40/45/50)
Table 1: Fluid Pump w/Valve Trains Assemble Table 2: Torque Converter Fluid Seal and Fluid Filter Assembly Assemble Fluid Pump w/Valve Trains Assemble Fluid Pump w/Valve Trains Assemble Callout Comp ...