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:
Fuel Tank Filler Door Replacement
Fuel Tank Filler Door Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Fuel Tank Filler Door
Procedure
Position the fuel tank filler door to the full open position. Using light
outward sliding pressure on the filler door, ...
Roof Rear Header Panel Replacement (5HB)
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair
Warning.
Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnection and Connection.
Remove all ...
Odor Correction
Eliminating Air Conditioning Odor
Odors may be emitted from the air conditioning system primarily at start
up in hot, humid climates. The following conditions may cause the odor:
Debris is present in the HVAC module.
Microbial growth on the evaporator core
When the blower ...
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