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Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Catalytic Converter Replacement (LUV)

Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Emissions / Catalytic Converter / Catalytic Converter Replacement (LUV)

Removal Procedure

Warning:

Refer to Exhaust Service Warning.

Warning:

Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Warning.

  1. Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement.
  2. Remove the catalytic converter heated oxygen sensor - 1. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Sensor 1.


  3. Remove the catalytic converter to the turbocharger clamp fastener (1) and discard the clamp (2).
  4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
  5. Remove the drivetrain and front suspension frame skid plate. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement.


  6. Remove the exhaust front pipe fasteners (1) and discard the exhaust gasket (2).

  7. Remove the catalytic converter brace fasteners (1) from the catalytic converter brace (2).
  8. Remove the catalytic converter.
Installation Procedure

    Install the catalytic converter into the catalytic converter brace (2)
  1. Install the catalytic converter into the catalytic converter brace (2) and loosely tighten the fasteners (1).

  2. Install a NEW clamp into the position shown and loosely tighten the clamp fastener (1).

  3. Caution:

    Refer to Fastener Caution.

  4. Install the exhaust front pipe (3) to the catalytic converter with a NEW gasket (2) and tighten the fasteners (1) to 22 Y (16 lb ft)

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  5. Tighten the catalytic converter brace fasteners (1) to 22 Y (16 lb ft)

    .

  6. Install the drivetrain and front suspension frame skid plate. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement.
  7. Lower the vehicle.

  8. Tighten the turbocharge clamp fastener (1) to 13 Y (115 lb in)

    .

  9. Install the exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement.
  10. Install the catalytic converter heated oxygen sensor - 1. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Sensor 1.
  11. Start the engine and check for exhaust leaks.
Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Replacement (LUV)
Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Replacement Callout Component Name Warning: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning. ...

Exhaust Manifold with Catalytic Converter Replacement (LUW)
Exhaust Manifold with Catalytic Converter Replacement Callout Component Name Warning: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Wa ...

Other materials:

New Vehicle Break-In
Caution The vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: . Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for the first 805 km (500 mi). Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to brake or slo ...

Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
This vehicle may have the RVC system. Read this entire section before using it. The RVC system can assist the driver when backing up by displaying a view of the area behind the vehicle. Warning The RVC system does not display children, pedestrians, bicyclists, animals, or any other object loc ...

Water Pump Installation
Clean the sealing surfaces and the 3 coolant pump threads. Install NEW gasket. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution. Caution: Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Caution. Install the coolant pump (1). Install 5 NEW bolts (2) and tighten to 8& ...

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