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:
TPMS Sensor Matching Process
Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code. The identification code needs
to be matched to a new tire/wheel position after rotating the tires or replacing
one or more of the TPMS sensors. The TPMS sensor matching process should also be
performed after replacing a spare tire with a road ...
Rear Side Door Window Replacement (Sedan)
Rear Side Door Window Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning.
Preliminary Procedures
Remove the rear side door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim
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Instrument Cluster Upper Bezel Replacement
Instrument Cluster Upper Bezel Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Instrument Panel Cluster Upper Bezel
Procedures
Use a flat bladed plastic trim tool in order to disengage the retainers
securing the instrume ...
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