Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Tools and Equipment

Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual / Powertrain / Engine / General / 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 minimize possible damage to engine components. Some precision measuring tools are required for inspection of certain critical components. Torque wrenches and a torque angle meter are necessary for the proper tightening of various fasteners.

To properly service the engine assembly, the following items should be readily available:

Approved eye protection and safety gloves
A clean, well lit, work area
A suitable parts cleaning tank
A compressed air supply
Trays or storage containers to keep parts and fasteners organized
An adequate set of hand tools
Approved engine repair stand
An approved engine lifting device that will adequately support the weight of the components

Throttle Body Removal

Remove the 4 throttle body bolts (3). Remove the throttle body (2) and the throttle body seal ring (1). ...

Transmission Replacement (With 1.2L or 1.4L Engine)

Removal Procedure Remove the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement. Without draining the coolant or removing the hoses, remove and position aside the radiator surge tank ...

Other materials:

Tires
Every new GM vehicle has high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. See the warranty manual for information regarding the tire warranty and where to get service. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer. Warning . Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are ...

Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement
Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement Callout Component Name 1 Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover (Qty:?€‰2) Procedures Use a flat bladed plastic trim tool in order to disengage the retainers securi ...

Instrument Panel Tie Bar Replacement
Removal Procedure Remove the Instrument panel assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement. Remove the steering column and wheel from the vehicle. Refer to Steering Column Replacement. Remove the air inlet grill panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacem ...

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