2016 Chevy Sonic Head Gasket Replacement | Engine Repair Broken Arrow
At T Autocare Takedown in Broken Arrow, we recently helped a customer with a major engine repair on a 2016 Chevy Sonic 1.4L—a full head gasket replacement.
Head gasket issues are serious business, and if left untreated, they can cause major engine damage, overheating, and even total engine failure.
When you need a mechanic near me you can trust to handle complex engine repairs, we’re here with experience you can count on.
👉 Watch: See how we replaced the head gasket on a 2016 Chevy Sonic—real Broken Arrow engine repair you can trust.
Signs of a Bad Head Gasket
The customer brought this Sonic in after noticing:
Overheating even during short drives
Coolant mixing with oil (milky residue on the dipstick)
White smoke coming from the exhaust
Rough running and loss of power
These are all classic signs of a blown head gasket, and they require immediate attention to prevent further engine damage.
Our Head Gasket Repair Process
For this Chevy Sonic, our repair process included:
Full engine teardown to access the cylinder head
Inspection for cracks, warping, and additional damage
Installing a new head gasket with manufacturer torque specs
Replacing timing components as part of the repair (highly recommended when the engine is apart)
