Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Turbocharger Cleaning and Inspection
- Cleaning Procedure
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- Clean all sealing surfaces.
- Clean all threads if necessary.
- Inspection Procedure
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- Inspect the wastegate regulator mechanism (1) for functionality.
- Inspect the turbine blades for damage or foreign material.
- Inspect the turbocharger wastegate regulator vacuum hoses for damage.
- Inspect the exhaust manifold and the turbocharger for cracks or other damage.
- Inspect the exhaust manifold mating surface for flatness.
Turbocharger Assemble
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution.
Install the NEW quick fitting connector (2) and a NEW seal ring (1) to the
turbocharger and tighten to 20 Y (15 lbR ...
Turbocharger Coolant Feed Pipe Replacement (LUV)
Turbocharger Coolant Feed Pipe Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the turbocharger. Refer to Turbo ...
Other materials:
Brake Rotor/Drum Balance Inspection
Support the vehicle drive axle on a suitable hoist. Refer to Lifting and
Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the tire and wheel assemblies from the drive axle. Refer to Tire
and Wheel Removal and Installation.
Warning: Refer to Work Stall Test Warning.
Reinstall the wheel nuts in ...
Thrust Angles Description
The front wheels aim or steer the vehicle. The rear wheels control tracking.
This tracking action relates to the thrust angle (3). The thrust angle is the path
that the rear wheels take. Ideally, the thrust angle is geometrically aligned with
the body centerline (2).
In the i ...
Throttle Body Heater Inlet Pipe Replacement (LUW)
Throttle Body Heater Inlet Pipe Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
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Throttle Body Heater Inlet Pipe
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