Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Separating Parts
Note:
- Disassembly of the piston, press fit design piston pin, and connecting rod may create scoring or damage to the piston pin and piston pin bore. If the piston, pin, and connecting rod have been disassembled, replace the components as an assembly.
- Many internal engine components will develop specific wear patterns on their friction surfaces.
- When disassembling the engine, internal components MUST be separated, marked, or organized in a way to ensure installation to their original location and position.
Separate, mark, or organize the following components:
- Piston and the piston pin
- Piston to the specific cylinder bore
- Piston rings to the piston
- Connecting rod to the crankshaft journal
- Connecting rod to the bearing cap—A paint stick or etching/engraving type tool are recommended. Stamping the connecting rod or cap near the bearing bore may affect component geometry.
- Crankshaft main and connecting rod bearings
- Camshaft and valve tappets
- Valve to the valve guide
- Valve spring and shim to the cylinder head location
- Engine block main bearing cap location and direction
- Oil pump drive and driven gears
Replacing Engine Gaskets
Gasket Reuse and Applying Sealants
Do not reuse any gasket unless specified.
Gaskets that can be reused will be identified in the service procedure.
Do not apply sealant to any ...
Service Prior to Assembly
The importance of cleanliness during assembly cannot be overstated. Dirt or debris
will cause engine damage. An automobile engine is a combination of many machined,
honed, polished and lapped surf ...
Other materials:
Exterior Lamp Controls
The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the outboard side of
the steering column.
There are four positions:
(Off): Briefly turn to this position
to turn the automatic light control off or on again.
AUTO (Automatic): Turns the headlamps on automatically at normal brightness, ...
Accessory Power Receptacle Replacement
Special Tools
EL-42059 Cigar Lighter Socket Remover .
For equivalent regional tools. Refer to Special Tools
Removal Procedure
Remove the auxiliary power outlet fuse from the fuse block.
Remove the receptacle:
Look into the receptacle. There are two 3?€‰mm ( ...
Door Lock Switch Replacement
Door Lock Switch Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the heater and air conditioning control. Refer to Heater and Air
Conditioning Control Replacement.
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Door Lock Sw ...
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