Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Installation
- Clean sealing surface.
- Install a NEW engine coolant thermostat housing seal.
- Install the engine coolant thermostat housing (2).
- Install the 4 engine coolant thermostat housing bolts (3) and tighten to
2 Y (18 lb in)
.
- Tighten the 4 engine coolant thermostat housing bolts to 8 Y (71 lb in)
in sequence (1?E?E?E).
- Install the engine coolant thermostat housing retainer (1).
- Install the engine coolant thermostat housing retainer nut (4) and tighten
to 6 Y (53 lb in)
.
Caution:
Refer to Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Caution.
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution.
Note:
Screw in the 4 bolts until the engine coolant thermostat housing is in contact with the cylinder head.
Caution:
Following the proper fastener tightening sequence and torque is essential. Failure to do so may fracture the thermostat housing.
Engine Coolant Thermostat Replacement (LUW)
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning.
Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnection and Connection.
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Radiator
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Other materials:
Transmission
Automatic Transmission
Manual Mode
This position allows you to change gears similar to a manual transmission. To
use this feature:
1. Move the shift lever from D (Drive) rearward to M(Manual Mode).
2. Press the + (plus) end of the button on the side of the shift lever to upshift,
or push t ...
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
For vehicles with FCA, this system is intended to help avoid or reduce the harm
caused by front-end crashes. FCA provides a flashing visual alert and beeps when
approaching a vehicle directly ahead too quickly. FCA also provides a visual alert
if following another vehicle much too closely. The ...
Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
Special Tools
CH-41013 Rotor Resurfacing Kit
CH-42450-A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the wheel cover ...
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