Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Engine Block Disassemble
- Remove the cylinder head locating (1, 2).
- Remove the oil pressure switch (1).
- Remove the knock sensor bolt (2) and the knock sensor (1).
- Clean the thread.
- Remove the oil flow check valve (1).
- Remove the oil pressure relief valve closure bolt (1) and the oil pressure relief valve.
- Remove the piston (1) and spring (2) from the oil pressure relief valve closure bolt (3).
- Clean and inspect the components. Refer to Engine Block Cleaning and Inspection.
- Clean the thread.
- Remove the 4 piston oil nozzles (1).
Engine Block Assemble
Install the 4 piston oil nozzles (1).
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution.
Install the 4 piston oil nozzle bolts (2) and tighten to 25 Y ...
Engine Block Cleaning and Inspection
Special Tools
EN-8087 Cylinder Gauge
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Clean the sealing material from the gasket mating surfaces (2).
Clean the engine blo ...
Other materials:
Winter Tires
This vehicle was not originally equipped with winter tires. Winter tires are
designed for increased traction on snow and ice-covered roads. Consider installing
winter tires on the vehicle if frequent driving on ice or snow covered roads is
expected. See your dealer for details regarding winter ...
P-Metric Sized Tires Description
245/50r16953typeloadindep-passengerttemporarylt-lighttruckspeedsymbolsectionwidth(millimeters)235245275construction(sectionwidth)ddagonal(bas)40sectionwidthsectionheight
Replacement tires should be of the same tire performance criteria (TPC) specification
number. This will ensure the same size, ...
Tire and Wheel Balancing (Road Force Variation (RFV))
ALL wheel/tire assemblies must have a RFV within spec before being mounted
on vehicle.
Important: If a wheel/tire assembly is not within the RFV specification
after match mounting, the tire must be returned to the tire manufacturer.
DO NOT install tire/wheel assembly on a vehicl ...
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