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:
Instrument Panel Lower Trim Pad Cover Replacement (Without AAL)
Instrument Panel Lower Trim Pad Cover Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Instrument Panel Lower Trim Pad Fastener (Qty:?€‰2)
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution.
2
Instrumen ...
Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal
and Installation.
Remove the rear wheel speed sensor ...
Secondary Air Injection Pump Air Cleaner Pipe Replacement
Secondary Air Injection Pump Air Cleaner Pipe Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Hose Retainer (QTY:2)
Note: Squeeze the retainer on opposite sides to release.
2
Secondary A ...
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