Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Engine Front Cover Gasket Installation
- Clean the sealing surfaces and remove all remains of old sealing compound material.
- Apply sealing compound to the shown areas (1) and (2). Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers.
- Install the NEW engine front cover gasket (1).
- Install the timing chain. Refer to Camshaft Timing Chain Installation.
- Install the engine front cover. Refer to Engine Front Cover and Oil Pump Installation.
Note:
The thickness of the sealing bead should be 2 mm (0.0787 in).
Note:
Mind the guide sleeves.
Note:
The complete installation procedure should not take longer than 10 minutes.
Front Wheel Drive Intermediate Shaft Replacement
Front Wheel Drive Intermediate Shaft Replacement
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Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer ...
Engine Front Cover Gasket Removal
Remove and DISCARD the engine front cover gasket (1). ...
Other materials:
Ignition Positions
The ignition switch has four different positions.
To shift out of P (Park), the ignition must be in ON/RUN and the regular brake
pedal applied.
1 (STOPPING THE ENGINE/LOCK/ OFF): When the vehicle is stopped, turn the ignition
switch to LOCK/ OFF to turn the engine off.
This position locks t ...
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
The tires and wheels were aligned and balanced at the factory to provide the
longest tire life and best overall performance. Adjustments to wheel alignment and
tire balancing are not necessary on a regular basis. Consider an alignment check
if there is unusual tire wear or the vehicle is signi ...
Torque Converter Housing with Fluid Pump Assembly Removal (Non Hybrid)
Torque Converter Housing with Fluid Pump Assembly Removal
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Component Name
1
Torque Converter and Differential Housing Bolts M8 x 30 (Qty: 15)
2
Torque Conv ...
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