Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Oil Sump/Pan

Oil Pressure Relief Valve Replacement

Removal Procedure Remove the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Replacement. Remove the oil pressure relief valve closure bolt (1). Remove the oil pressure relief valve a ...

Oil Pan Cleaning and Inspection

Warning: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air in order to prevent eye injury. Caution: To ensure proper engine lubrication, clean clogged or contaminated oil ga ...

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Winter Tires
This vehicle was not originally equipped with winter tires. Winter tires are designed for increased traction on snow and ice-covered roads. Consider installing winter tires on the vehicle if frequent driving on ice or snow covered roads is expected. See your dealer for details regarding winter ...

Water Pump Installation
Clean the sealing surfaces and the 3 coolant pump threads. Install NEW gasket. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution. Caution: Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Caution. Install the coolant pump (1). Install 5 NEW bolts (2) and tighten to 8& ...

Intake Camshaft Replacement
Removal Procedure Remove the camshaft intake and exhaust sprocket. Refer to Camshaft Intake and Exhaust Sprocket Replacement. Remove the camshaft bearing cap bolts in sequence shown. Ensure to remove the bolts one turn at a time until there is no spring tension p ...