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:
Safety Function Override
If the battery on the vehicle has been recharged or disconnected, or is not working,
the windows will need to be reprogrammed for the express-up feature to work. Before
reprogramming, replace or recharge the vehicle's battery.
To program the driver window:
1. With the ignition in ACC/ ACCE ...
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants,
they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts.
A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should
be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout ...
Hood Insulator Replacement
Hood Insulator Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Hood Insulator Plastic Retainer (Qty:?€‰6)
2
Hood Insulator
Procedure
Ensure the 3 integral tabs are secured to the hood.
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