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:
Rear Compartment Stowage Shelf Replacement (Hatchback)
Rear Compartment Stowage Shelf Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Rear Compartment Stowage Shelf Assembly
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Seat Belt Latch Stop Installation
Seat Belt Latch Stop Installation
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Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Locate the hole in the seat belt webbing where the original seat
belt stop button was located.
If the original hole in the seat belt webbing i ...
Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement
Special Tools
EN-960 Installer
EN-45000 Remover Oil seal
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Remove the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement.
Place a drain pan underneath the front crankshaft seal area.
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