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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2013SONIC L4-1.8LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTENGINESERVICE AND REPAIRUNIT REPAIR 2013 SONIC 1.8LINTAKE MANIFOLD INSTALLATION
2013 Chevrolet Sonic L4-1.8L
Intake Manifold Installation
2013 Chevrolet Sonic L4-1.8LSECTION Intake Manifold Installation
Intake Manifold Installation (1.8L LUW and LWE)
1. Clean the sealing surfaces.
2. Install 4 NEW gaskets.
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.
3. Install the intake manifold (2) and the 7 intake manifold bolts (1) and tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb ft).
4. Install the intake manifold brace (1).
5. Install the 2 intake manifold brace bolts (2, 3) and tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb in).
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.