Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Turbocharger Oil Return Pipe Replacement

Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Intake and Forced Induction / Forced Induction / Turbocharger Oil Return Pipe Replacement

Removal procedure

Remove the drivetrain and front suspension frame skid plate, if equipped. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement.

Note:

Simplified Graphic. DO NOT remove the warm up three way catalytic converter.

Remove the 2 turbocharger oil return pipe bolts (1).
Place a drain pan below the vehicle.
Release the turbocharger oil return pipe connector (4) and disconnect the turbocharger oil return pipe from the engine block.
Remove the turbocharger oil return pipe (2) and the gasket (3).

Installation Procedure

Clean the sealing surfaces.

Install the turbocharger oil return pipe (2) in compound with a NEW gasket (3) and connect to the engine block.

Caution:

Refer to Fastener Caution.

Install the 2 turbocharger oil return pipe bolts (1) and tighten to 8 Y (71 lb in)
.
Lower the vehicle.
Check engine oil level.
Install the drivetrain and front suspension frame skid plate, if equipped. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement.

Turbocharger Oil Feed Pipe Replacement

Removal Procedure Open the hood. Disconnect battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection. Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer ...

Turbocharger Removal

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Other materials:

Recommended Fuel
Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher. If the octane rating is less than 87, an audible knocking noise may be heard. If this occurs, use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible. If heavy knocking is heard when using gasoline with a higher ...

Camshaft Timing Chain Installation
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Transmission Fluid Drain and Fill
Draining Procedure Note: The fluid check bolt at the front of the transmission may not be opened. The transmission fluid drained out during the pre-delivery inspection may be re-used. New transmission fluid must be used during servicing work. The transmis ...

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