Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Camshaft Cover Installation
- Clean the sealing surfaces.
- Apply sealing compound to areas (1) and (2). Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers.
- Install the camshaft cover (2) and a NEW gasket (3).
- Install the 15 camshaft cover bolts (1).
- Tighten the 15 camshaft cover bolts in a sequence as shown to 8 Y (71 lb in)
.
- Install the oil level indicator (1).
Note:
The thickness of the sealing bead should be 2 mm (0.0787 in).
Note:
The installation procedure should not take longer than 10 minutes.
Camshaft Actuator System Description
Camshaft Actuator System Overview
(1)
Camshaft Actuator Vane
(2)
Timing Chain Sprocket
(3)
Engine Oil Pressure-For retarding ...
Camshaft Cover Removal
Remove the oil level indicator (1).
Remove the 15 camshaft cover bolts (1).
Remove the camshaft cover (2) and the camshaft cover gasket (3).
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Other materials:
Liftgate Strut Replacement
Liftgate Strut Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Liftgate Strut
Warning: When a lift gate hold open device is being removed
or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of
damage ...
Special Tools
Illustration
Tool Number/Description
EL 38758
EL 50074
J 38758
Parasitic Draw Test Switch
EL 50313
EL 42000
EL 50076
J 42000
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Output Speed Sensor Replacement
Output Speed Sensor Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the control valve body. Refer to Control
Valve Body Replacement.
1
Output Speed Sensor Bolt M6 x 1 ...
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