Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Water Inlet Replacement (LUV)
- Removal Procedure
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- Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
- Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement.
- Remove the engine coolant temperature sensor connector (1) and the radiator outlet hose (2).
- Remove the water inlet pipe mounting fasteners (1).
- Remove the water inlet seal (3) and discard.
- Remove the thermostat (4).
- Installation Procedure
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- Clean the sealing surface.
- Install the engine thermostat (4) into the water inlet pipe (2) with a NEW seal (3).
- Tighten the water inlet pipe mounting fasteners (1) to 9 Y (80 lb in)
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- Install the radiator outlet hose (2) to the water inlet pipe.
- Connect the engine coolant temperature sensor connector (1).
- Install the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement.
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
- After repairs, inspect cooling system for leaks.
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Turbocharger Coolant Return Pipe Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the turbocharger. Refer to Tur ...
Water Inlet Replacement (LUW)
Removal Procedure
Drain the engine coolant system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and
Filling.
Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor connector (1). ...
Other materials:
Special Tools
Illustration
Tool Number/ Description
CH 28662
J 28662
Brake Pedal Effort Gauge
CH 29532
J 29532
Diaphragm Pressure Bleeder
CH̴ ...
Special Tools
Illustration
Tool Number/ Description
BO-38185
J-38185
Hose Clamp Pliers
BO-42220
J-42220
Universal 12V Leak Detection Lamp
CH-37872
GE-30206952
3-02 ...
Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (LUV)
Heater Outlet Hose Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Drain the engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacemen ...
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