Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Generator Replacement (LUW)

Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual / Powertrain / Engine / General / Generator Replacement (LUW)

Removal Procedure

Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement.

Remove the engine harness connector (1) and the battery positive cable generator fastener (2).
Remove the battery positive cable (3) from the back of the generator.

Remove the generator mounting fasteners (1) and remove the generator (2) from the engine.

Installation Procedure

Caution:

Refer to Fastener Caution.

Install the generator (2) with the mounting fasteners (1) and tighten to 35 Y (26 lb ft)
.

Install the battery positive cable (3) and the engine harness connector (1) to the back of the generator. Tighten fastener (2) to 9 Y (80 lb in)
.
Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement.
Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.

Generator Replacement (LUV)

Removal Procedure Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking ...

Lubrication Description

Oil is applied under pressure to the crankshaft (8), connecting rods (5), camshaft adjuster (1), camshaft bearing surfaces (3) and valve tappets (4). All other movi ...

Other materials:

Service Prior to Assembly
The importance of cleanliness during assembly cannot be overstated. Dirt or debris will cause engine damage. An automobile engine is a combination of many machined, honed, polished and lapped surfaces with minor tolerances. When any internal engine parts are serviced, care and cleanliness are ...

Piston and Connecting Rod Disassemble
Remove the piston with connection rod. Refer to Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Removal. Note: Note installation position of the piston in respect of the connection rod. Detach the piston from the connection rod. Note: Do not damage the bore. Remove ...

Spark Plug Inspection
Spark Plug Usage Ensure that the correct spark plug is installed. An incorrect spark plug causes driveability conditions. Ensure that the spark plug has the correct heat range. An incorrect heat range causes the following conditions: Spark plug fouling—Colder plu ...

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