Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Engine Front Cover and Oil Pump Disassemble
- Engine Front Cover Disassemble
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- Remove the intake camshaft position sensor bolt (1).
- Remove the intake camshaft position sensor (2) and the seal ring (3).
- Remove the exhaust camshaft position sensor bolt (6).
- Remove the exhaust camshaft position sensor (5) and the seal ring (4).
- Remove the oil pressure relief valve (7, 8 and 9)
- Remove the crankshaft front oil seal (10).
- Oil Pump Removal
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- Remove the 8 oil pump cover bolts (1).
- Remove the oil pump cover (2).
- Protect the engine front cover edge (1) with a suitable piece of plastic.
- Compress the oil pump slide spring with a screw driver and remove the oil pump slide spring along with the oil pump slide spring pin.
- Remove the oil pump components in the following order:
- Outer oil pump vane ring (1).
- Oil pump vane rotor (3) and the 7 oil pump vanes (2).
- Inner oil pump vane ring (6).
- Oil pump slide (4) and the 2 oil pump slide seals with the 2 oil pump slide seal springs (5).
Warning:
Before removing the spring, cover the spring with a towel to prevent the spring from flying and possibly causing damage or personal injury.
Note:
Position a screw driver between the oil pump slide spring windings (2).
Note:
Mind the installation position of the oil pump components.
Engine Front Cover and Oil Pump Cleaning and Inspection
Engine Front Cover Cleaning Procedure
Clean the engine front cover sealing surface.
Warning: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air in
order to prevent eye injury. ...
Engine Front Cover and Oil Pump Installation
Special Tools
EN-952 Fixing Pin
EN-953-A Fixing Tool
EN-49977-100 Transmitter Disc Fixation
EN-49977-200 Fixing Tool
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
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Other materials:
Hood Ajar Indicator Description and Operation
Hood Ajar Switch
The body control module (BCM) applies B+ to the hood ajar signal circuit
and monitors the voltage to determine the position of the hood. When the hood
is closed, the switch is open and voltage remains high. When the hood is open,
the switch is closed and the voltag ...
Shoulder Belt Replacement - Rear (Hatchback)
Shoulder Belt Replacement - Rear
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Removal
and Installation.
Remove the body lock pillar upper trim. Refer to Body Lock ...
Use of Room Temperature Vulcanizing (RTV) and Anaerobic Sealant
Pipe Joint Compound
Note: Three types of sealer are commonly used in engines. These
are RTV sealer, anaerobic gasket eliminator sealer, and pipe joint compound.
The correct sealer and amount must be used in the proper location to prevent
oil leaks. DO NOT interchange the 3&# ...
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