Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Floor Carpet Drying
If the carpet or the pad or insulator is wet, use the following criteria for drying or for replacing the components:
- For a 1-piece carpet assembly bonded to a cotton or a fiber padding, replace the entire assembly.
- For a 2-piece carpet assembly with a cotton or a fiber padding, replace the padding only. While the carpet is out of the vehicle, dry the carpet using the method described below.
- For a 1-piece carpet assembly bonded to a foam padding or attached to a synthetic padding, dry the carpet using the method described below.
- For a 2-piece carpet assembly with a synthetic padding, dry the assembly using the method described below.
- If you observe puddles of liquid on the carpet face, use a wet vacuum to remove the excess moisture.
- Blot the face of the carpet with a towel in order to absorb as much moisture as possible.
- Point a fan at the affected area and air dry the carpet.
Floor Panel Carpet Replacement
Floor Panel Carpet Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Remove front seats. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat ...
Other materials:
Automatic Transmission
Move the shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). The engine will not start in
any other position. To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving, use
N (Neutral) only.
Caution
Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the vehicle is moving. If you do, you could
damage the transmission. Sh ...
Special Tools
Illustration
Tool Number/ Description
BO-24402-A
J-24402-A
Glass Sealant Cold Knife Remover
equalizermagnum
BO-39032
J-39032
Stationary Glass Removal Tool
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Air Conditioning Compressor and Condenser Hose Replacement (LUV)
Removal Procedure
Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
Remove the drivetrain and front suspension frame skid plate if equipped.
Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement.
Remove the front fascia assembly. Re ...
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