Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (LDE, LUW)
Special Tools
BO-38185 Hose Clamp Pliers
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
- Removal Procedure
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- Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
- Disengage the heater outlet hose quick connect clip (1) at the heater core.
- Remove the heater outlet hose (2) from the heater core.
- Remove the heater outlet hose clamp (1) at the engine using BO-38185 Hose Clamp Pliers .
- Remove the heater outlet hose (2) from the engine.
- Remove the heater outlet hose from the vehicle.
- Installation Procedure
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- Install the heater outlet hose to the vehicle.
- Install the heater outlet hose (2) to the engine.
- Install the heater outlet hose clamp (1) at the engine using BO-38185 Hose Clamp Pliers .
- Install the heater outlet hose (2) to the heater core.
- Engage the heater outlet hose quick connect clip (1) at the heater core.
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
Note:
The quick connector has an internal anti-rotation feature. The ensure the quick connector is properly aligned to the heater core pipe, position the white mark to the 12:00 O’clock position during installation.
Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (LUV)
Heater Inlet Hose Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Drain the engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Drain ...
Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (LUV)
Heater Outlet Hose Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Drain the engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Drai ...
Other materials:
Finish Care
Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant/wax materials is not recommended.
If painted surfaces are damaged, see your dealer to have the damage assessed and
repaired. Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting
agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, ...
Hydraulic Brake Component Operation Visual Inspection
Disc Brake
With the tire and wheel assemblies removed and the brake rotors retained
by wheel lug nuts, visually inspect the brake caliper piston dust boot (2)
sealing area to ensure that there are no brake fluid leaks.
If any evidence of a brake fluid leak is p ...
Strut and Shock Absorber Inspection
Note: The strut assembly DOES NOT have to be removed from the vehicle
to perform the following inspection procedure.
Note: A light film of oil on the top portion of the strut is normal.
DO NOT replace the strut for this condition.
Condition 1
Oil or fluid residue only o ...
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