Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Turbocharger Oil Return Pipe Replacement

Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Intake and Forced Induction / Forced Induction / Turbocharger Oil Return Pipe Replacement

Removal procedure

Remove the drivetrain and front suspension frame skid plate, if equipped. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement.

Note:

Simplified Graphic. DO NOT remove the warm up three way catalytic converter.

Remove the 2 turbocharger oil return pipe bolts (1).
Place a drain pan below the vehicle.
Release the turbocharger oil return pipe connector (4) and disconnect the turbocharger oil return pipe from the engine block.
Remove the turbocharger oil return pipe (2) and the gasket (3).

Installation Procedure

Clean the sealing surfaces.

Install the turbocharger oil return pipe (2) in compound with a NEW gasket (3) and connect to the engine block.

Caution:

Refer to Fastener Caution.

Install the 2 turbocharger oil return pipe bolts (1) and tighten to 8 Y (71 lb in)
.
Lower the vehicle.
Check engine oil level.
Install the drivetrain and front suspension frame skid plate, if equipped. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement.

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