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:
Dinghy Towing RS Model with Automatic Transmission
Caution
If the vehicle is towed with all four wheels on the ground, the drivetrain
components could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Do not tow the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground.
The vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels o ...
Rear Side Door Window Regulator Replacement (Hatchback)
Rear Side Door Window Regulator Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning.
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the front side door window from the guide. Do not remove ...
Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement
Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Inside Rearview Mirror Cover
Procedure
Remove the wire harness cover, sliding the cover upward releasing
the cover from the support.
Disconnect ...
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