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 Lid Lock Cylinder Coding
The rear compartment lid lock cylinder uses 7 of the 7 cut positions. The tumbler
positions are staggered from side to side, 4 on one side and 3 on the other, are
not self-retaining, and are not snap in.
Note: All lock cylinders for side milled keys have right and left
tum ...
Rear Seat Back Cushion Pivot Support Replacement
Rear Seat Back Cushion Pivot Support Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the rear seat back cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Removal
and Installation
1
Rear S ...
Engine Oil Cooler Disassemble
Remove the oil cooler coolant inlet hose clamp (2).
Remove the oil cooler coolant inlet hose (1).
Remove the oil cooler coolant inlet pipe bolt (7)
Remove the oil cooler coolant inlet pipe (3) and the seal ring (6).
Remove the oil cooler coolant out ...
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