Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: 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
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- Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
- Remove the service port valve core (1) using the GE-46246 remover .
- Installation Procedure
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- Install the service port valve core (1) using the GE-46246 remover .
- Evacuate and charge the refrigerant system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
- Leak test the fittings using the GE-39400-A detector .
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution.
Air Conditioning O-Ring Seal Replacement
Removal Procedure
Disassemble the A/C refrigerant components. Refer to the appropriate
repair procedure
Note: Cap or tape the open A/C refrigerant components immediately
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Air Conditioning System Seal Replacement
Removal Procedure
Disassemble the A/C refrigerant components. Refer to the appropriate
repair procedure.
Note: Cap or tape the open A/C refrigerant components immediately
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Other materials:
Radio Replacement (With US8)
Radio Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the instrument panel center molding. Refer to
Instrument Panel Center Molding Replacement.
1
Radio Bolts (Qty: 4)
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Air Cleaner Element Replacement
Removal Procedure
Disconnect mass air flow sensor wiring harness plug (2) from mass air
flow sensor (3).
Unclip mass air flow sensor wiring harness retainer clip from air cleaner
housing (1).
Remove the air cleaner outlet duct clamp̴ ...
Transmission Fluid Cooler Flushing and Flow Test
GM studies indicate that plugged or restricted transmission oil coolers and pipes
cause insufficient transmission lubrication and elevated operating temperatures
which can lead to premature transmission failure. Many repeat repair cases could
have been prevented by following published procedur ...
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