Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: 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 surfaces with minor tolerances. When any internal engine parts are serviced, care and cleanliness are important. A liberal coating of engine oil should be applied to friction areas during assembly in order to protect and lubricate the surfaces on initial operation. Throughout this section, it should be understood that proper cleaning and protection of machined surfaces and friction areas are part of the repair procedure. This is considered standard shop practice even if not specifically stated.
Use the proper tools to measure the components when checking for excessive wear. Components not within the manufacturer's specification must be repaired or replaced.
Lubricate all moving parts with engine oil or a specified assembly lubricant. This will provide lubrication for initial start up.
When the components are reinstalled into an engine, return the components to their original location, position, and direction.
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 connectin ...
Special Tools
Illustration
Tool Number/Description
207649
Rod Hairpins
547324
Flange Screws
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Other materials:
Front Fog Lamp Bulb Replacement
Front Fog Lamp Bulb Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove either the left front or right front wheelhouse liner. Refer
to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement.
Disconnect the electrical connector t ...
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 ...
Rear Seat Shoulder Belt Guide Opening Bezel Replacement
Rear Seat Shoulder Belt Guide Opening Bezel Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Rear Seat Shoulder Belt Opening Bezel
Procedure
Push inward and upward from the front of the bezel to release from the
seat back ...
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