Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Case Porosity Repair
Some external leaks are caused by case porosity in non-pressurized areas.
- Thoroughly clean the area to be repaired with a cleaning solvent. Air dry the area.
- Using instructions from the manufacturer, mix a sufficient amount of an epoxy to make the repair.
- Apply the epoxy. A clean, dry soldering acid brush can be used to clean the area and also to apply the epoxy cement. Make certain that the area to be repaired is fully covered.
- Allow the epoxy cement to cure for three hours before assembling the components.
- Repeat the fluid leak diagnosis procedures.
Warning:
Epoxy adhesive may cause skin irritations and eye damage. Read and follow all information on the container label as provided by the manufacturer.
Other materials:
Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement
Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
Remove the driver inflatable restraint instrument panel lower module.
...
Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement (LDE, LUW, LWE)
Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the
...
Camshaft Position Actuator Adjuster Removal
Special Tools
EN-6340 Camshaft Adjuster Locking Tool
EN-6628-A Camshaft Locking Tool
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Note: The right half of the EN-6340 locking tool can be
recognized by the lettering "right", arrow, on the tool.
Pre ...
0.0062