I have a 2013 Sonic 1.4 Turbo, and my dealer says my camshaft seal is leaking oil and is not covered by warranty. Car has 65,000 miles on it. Does anyone know if it is true that it is not covered, and where I could find a list of what is covered under the drivetrain warranty?
Cam Shaft Seal Leak
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Maddmatts
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I don't know about the warranty, but those seals are very easy to replace.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wr2Ru3RcxR4
Something I'd add to that video: apply some oil to the new seals and the surfaces they contact before reinstallation.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wr2Ru3RcxR4
Something I'd add to that video: apply some oil to the new seals and the surfaces they contact before reinstallation.
EyeluvSmegma
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And less than $5 each on Rockauto
Ameyejesus
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Idk about what kind of warranty you have but the dealer replaced my cam seals on my cruze 1.4 under warranty.
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2014 Blue RS
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At how many miles?
EyeluvSmegma
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These seals in particular on my 2013 started leaking at 48,000. $11, 4 beers and 30 minutes later, no more leaming.
Ameyejesus
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2014 Blue RS
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Any chance of a write up?
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Maddmatts
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Straight from the video I posted a link to:
1) Make a note of the orientation of each actuator or take a picture.
2) Disconnect battery. Not only for safety but disconnecting some sensors with the PCM powered can cause codes to be triggered on next startup.
Optional: Remove airbox if you require more access.
3) Use a flat-head screwdriver to disengage the safety lock on the electrical connector then disconnect from actuator.
4) Use an E10 socket to remove the bolts. There are 2 per actuator.
5) Pry/pull out the actuator, remove the old seal and throw it out.
6) Lightly lube up the new seal with fresh engine oil and install on actuator.
7) Clean pilot bores on timing cover and lightly apply some fresh oil.
8) Push in the actuators until they fully bottom out while making sure orientation of connectors is the same as before removal.
9) Install bolts and torque to 71 lb-in.
10) Reconnect electrical connectors and safety them.
Optional: Reinstall airbox if previously removed.
11) Reconnect battery.
1) Make a note of the orientation of each actuator or take a picture.
2) Disconnect battery. Not only for safety but disconnecting some sensors with the PCM powered can cause codes to be triggered on next startup.
Optional: Remove airbox if you require more access.
3) Use a flat-head screwdriver to disengage the safety lock on the electrical connector then disconnect from actuator.
4) Use an E10 socket to remove the bolts. There are 2 per actuator.
5) Pry/pull out the actuator, remove the old seal and throw it out.
6) Lightly lube up the new seal with fresh engine oil and install on actuator.
7) Clean pilot bores on timing cover and lightly apply some fresh oil.
8) Push in the actuators until they fully bottom out while making sure orientation of connectors is the same as before removal.
9) Install bolts and torque to 71 lb-in.
10) Reconnect electrical connectors and safety them.
Optional: Reinstall airbox if previously removed.
11) Reconnect battery.
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2014 Blue RS
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Thank you! I should of looked through the thread first. Appreciate it.
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2014 Blue RS
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Great video! Thank you taking the time to make it.
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EyeluvSmegma
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Follow Madmatts write up, it's a simple task, not even job. The only way to mess this up is to chuck your actuators into oncoming traffic and pee in the cam cover.
Maddmatts
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It is! But I can't take credit for it. Just a handy video I found when I had to do this myself awhile ago.
