Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Radiator Cleaning
Warning:
NEVER spray water on a hot heat exchanger. The resulting steam could cause personal injury.
Caution:
The heat exchanger fins are necessary for good heat transfer. Do not brush the fins. This may cause damage to the fins, reducing heat transfer.
Note:
Blow compressed air through the engine side of the radiator to remove any foreign material, such as insects, leaves, and dust.
- Warm water and mild soap may be needed in some conditions.
- Wash the A/C condenser fin.
- Wash the A/C condenser and radiator thoroughly.
- Wash the radiator cooling fin.
- Repair any damaged cooling fin.
Radiator Air Baffle Replacement (LUV, LUW)
Radiator Air Baffle Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the front bumper fascia assembly. Refer to ...
Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (LDE LUW)
Special Tools
BO-38185 Hose Clamp Pliers
For equivalent regional tools, Refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Fill ...
Other materials:
Older Children
Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle safety
belts.
The manufacturer instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight
and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder
belt until the child passes the fit test below: ...
Water Pump Pulley Replacement (LUV)
Removal Procedure
Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement.
Remove the engine mount bracket. Refer to Engine Mount Bracket Replacement
- Right Side.
Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement.
Loosen the 3̴ ...
Internal Components Removal
Internal Components Removal
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Component Name
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1??? Clutch Backing Plate Retainer Ring
Warning: The retainer is under tension. Use care when removing
or installing the retainer. Personal injury could r ...
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