Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Removal
- Install the crankshaft balancer bolt.
- Set the pistons 1 and 4 to TDC in direction of engine rotation.
- Mark the connecting rod with the connecting rod bearing cover (1).
- Remove the 4 connecting rod bearing caps bolts (2) of cylinder 1 and 4.
- Remove the connecting rod bearing caps (1) and the connecting rod bearing (3).
- Push the pistons 1 and 4 (1) out of the cylinder bore (2).
- Remove the pistons 1 and 4 (1).
- Turn crankshaft on crankshaft balancer through 180° in direction of rotation of engine.
- Mark the connecting rod with the connecting rod bearing cover (1).
- Remove the 4 connecting rod bearing caps bolts (2) of cylinder 2 and 3.
- Remove the connecting rod bearing caps (1) and the connecting rod bearing (3).
- Push the pistons 2 and 3 (1) out of the cylinder bore (2).
- Remove the pistons 2 and 3 (1).
- Remove the connecting rod bearing (1, 2).
- Check the components. Refer to Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Cleaning and Inspection.
Note:
Note cylinder sequence.
Note:
The shear surfaces of the con-rod and the con-rod bearing cover form a unique fit and must not be swapped or damaged. Do not lay down on the shear surfaces.
Note:
Note cylinder sequence.
Note:
The shear surfaces of the con-rod and the con-rod bearing cover form a unique fit and must not be swapped or damaged. Do not lay down on the shear surfaces.
Note:
Observe correct fitting position, observe alignment.
Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Installation
Special Tools
EN-470-B Angular Torque Wrench
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Adjust the piston ring joints as follows:
Upper compression ring (1).
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2-6 Clutch Piston Installation (6T30)
2-6 Clutch Piston Installation
Callout
Component Name
1
2?E Clutch Piston Assembly
Note:
Position the ...
Other materials:
Engine Overheating
The vehicle has an indicator to warn of the engine overheating.
If the decision is made not to lift the hood when this warning appears, get service
help right away. See Roadside Assistance Program.
If the decision is made to lift the hood, make sure the vehicle is parked on
a level surface.
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Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure)
Special Tools
CH-29532 Diaphragm Type Brake Pressure Bleeder
CH-35589-A Brake Pressure Bleeder Adapter
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning.
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components
Caution.
Place a clean shop cloth beneath the b ...
Warm Up Three-Way Catalytic Converter Replacement (LUV,LUW)
Warm Up Three-Way Catalytic Converter Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning.
Warning: Refer to Safety Glasses Warning.
Preliminary Procedure
Raise and support the ...
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