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:
Tools and Equipment
Special tools are listed and illustrated throughout this section with a complete
listing at the end of the section. These tools, or their equivalents, are specially
designed to quickly and safely accomplish the operations for which they are intended.
The use of these special tools will also mi ...
Jump Starting
For more information about the vehicle battery, see Battery.
If the battery has run down, try to use another vehicle and some jumper cables
to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely.
Warning: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because:
The ...
Cockpit
Example
The cockpit of the Nissan Armada is thoughtfully designed to provide intuitive
control, comfort, and accessibility for the driver. Every switch, button, and control
element is positioned to enhance driving convenience and ensure that essential functions
are always within easy reac ...
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