Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: 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).
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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:
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.
1
Door Lock ...
Headlamp Switch Replacement
Headlamp Switch Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the instrument panel lower trim pad cover. Refer to Instrument
Panel Lower Trim Pad Cover Replacement
1
Headlamp S ...
Front Seat Riser Finish Cover Replacement
Front Seat Riser Finish Cover Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Front Seat Riser Finish Cover
Caution: Do not twist the cover during removal. Twisting the
cover may cause the component to break.
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