Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Use of Room Temperature Vulcanizing (RTV) and Anaerobic Sealant
- Pipe Joint Compound
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Note:
Three types of sealer are commonly used in engines. These are RTV sealer, anaerobic gasket eliminator sealer, and pipe joint compound. The correct sealer and amount must be used in the proper location to prevent oil leaks. DO NOT interchange the 3 types of sealers. Use only the specific sealer or the equivalent as recommended in the service procedure.
- Pipe joint compound is a pliable sealer that does not completely harden. This type sealer is used where 2 non-rigid parts, such as the oil pan and the engine block, are assembled together.
- Do not use pipe joint compound in areas where extreme temperatures are expected. These areas include: exhaust manifold, head gasket, or other surfaces where gasket eliminator is specified.
- Follow all safety recommendations and directions that are on the container. To remove the sealant or the gasket material.
- Apply the pipe joint compound to a clean surface. Use a bead size or quantity as specified in the procedure. Run the bead to the inside of any bolt holes. Do not allow the sealer to enter any blind threaded holes, as it may prevent the bolt from clamping properly.
- Apply a continuous bead of pipe joint compound to one sealing surface. Sealing surfaces to be resealed must be clean and dry.
- Tighten the bolts to specifications. Do not overtighten.
Transmission Replacement (With 1.6L or 1.8L 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 ...
Valve Lifter Installation
Special Tool
EN-845 Suction Device
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Note: Observe the correct locations.
Note: Coat the sliding surfaces with NEW engine oil. ...
Other materials:
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants,
they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts.
A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should
be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout ...
Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Hatchback without Sunroof)
Headlining Trim Panel Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Do not attempt to repair or alter the head impact
energy-absorbing material glued to the headliner or to the garnish trims.
If the material is damaged ...
P-Metric Sized Tires Description
245/50r16953typeloadindep-passengerttemporarylt-lighttruckspeedsymbolsectionwidth(millimeters)235245275construction(sectionwidth)ddagonal(bas)40sectionwidthsectionheight
Replacement tires should be of the same tire performance criteria (TPC) specification
number. This will ensure the same size, ...
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