Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Engine Coolant Thermostat Replacement (LUV)
- Removal Procedure
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- Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
- Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement.
- Remove the engine coolant temperature sensor connector (1).
- Disconnect the radiator outlet hose connector (2) from the engine coolant thermostat and reposition. Refer to Radiator Outlet Hose Connector Replacement- Engine Side.
- Remove the water inlet pipe mounting fasteners (1).
- Remove the water inlet seal (3) and discard.
- Remove the thermostat (4).
- Installation Procedure
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- Clean the sealing surface.
- Install the engine thermostat (4) into the water inlet pipe (2) with a NEW seal (3).
- Tighten the water inlet pipe mounting fasteners (1) to 9 Y (80 lb in)
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- Install the radiator outlet hose connector (2) to the engine coolant thermostat. Refer to Radiator Outlet Hose Connector Replacement- Engine Side.
- Connect the engine coolant temperature sensor connector (1).
- Install the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement.
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
- After repairs, inspect cooling system for leaks.
Engine Coolant Thermostat Removal
Caution: Refer to Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Caution.
Remove the 4 engine coolant thermostat bolts (3).
Remove the engine coolant thermostat assembly ...
Engine Coolant Thermostat Replacement (LUW)
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning.
Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnection and Connection.
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Windshield Washer Nozzle Hose Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the hood insulator. Refer to Hood Insulator Replacement.
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Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the
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