Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Air Conditioning O-Ring Seal Replacement
- Removal Procedure
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- Disassemble the A/C refrigerant components. Refer to the appropriate repair procedure
- Cap or tape the A/C refrigerant components.
- Remove the O-ring seal (1) from the A/C refrigerant component.
- Inspect the O-ring seal for signs of damage to help determine the root cause of the failure.
- Inspect the A/C refrigerant components for damage or burrs. Repair if necessary.
- DISCARD the O-ring seal.
Note:
Cap or tape the open A/C refrigerant components immediately to prevent system contamination.
- Installation Procedure
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- Inspect the new O-ring seal for any sign of cracks, cuts, or damage.
- Remove the cap or tape from the A/C refrigerant components.
- Using a lint-free clean, dry cloth, carefully clean the sealing surfaces of the A/C refrigerant components.
- Lightly coat the new O-ring seal with mineral base 525 viscosity refrigerant oil.
- Carefully slide the NEW O-ring seal (1) onto the A/C refrigerant component.
- The O-ring seal (1) must be fully seated.
- Assemble the A/C components.
Refer to the appropriate repair procedure.
Note:
DO NOT allow any of the mineral base 525 viscosity refrigerant oil on the new O-ring seal to enter the refrigerant system.
Note:
DO NOT reuse O-ring seals.
Air Conditioning Clutch Assembly Replacement (LUV)
Air Conditioning Clutch Assembly Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the air conditioning compresso ...
Air Conditioning Refrigerant Service Valve Core Replacement
Special Tools
GE-39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
GE-46246 Valve Core Removal Tool
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Recover the refrigerant ...
Other materials:
When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly
The RVC system may not work properly or display a clear image if:
The RVC is turned off. See “Turning the Rear Camera System On or Off” earlier
in this section.
It is dark.
The sun or the beam of headlamps are shining directly into the camera lens.
Ice, snow, mud, or anything else b ...
Rail Dust Damage Repair
Warning: Refer to Eye Protection Warning.
Note: If rail dust has penetrated into the basecoat, the panel requires
refinishing. Ensure all the rail dust has been removed prior to refinishing
or the rust spots will return.
Rail dust damage comes from the tiny iron particles produce ...
Oil Pan Removal
Remove the 16 oil pan bolts (1).
Caution: Pry the oil pan carefully in order to prevent damage
to the transaxle case or the oil pan sealing surfaces.
Place a suitable prying tool to the area shown (1) and carefully pry the
oil pan loose.
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