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:
Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Warning.
Note: There are several types of Plastic Collar Fuel and Evaporative
Emission Quick Connect Fittings used on this vehicle.
Bartholomew?€‰(1)
Q Release?€‰(2)
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Caster Description
Caster is the tilting of the uppermost point of the steering axis either forward
or backward, when viewed from the side of the vehicle. A backward tilt is positive (+)
and a forward tilt is negative (−). Caster influences directional control of the
steering but does not a ...
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
Warning: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move
suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured.
Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room
around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface.
Apply the parking brake. Be read ...
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