Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Transmission Indicators and Messages
The following transmission-related indicators and messages may be displayed on the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). For a complete listing and description of all vehicle indicators and messages, refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation.
- "TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE"
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This message is displayed when the TCM detects a transmission fluid temperature (TFT) equal to or greater than 132?C (270?F) for 5 seconds.
- ?ERVICE TRANSMISSION?/dt>
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This message displays when there is a problem with the transmission.
Transmission Identification Information
456789
(1)
Code for Automatic Transmission
(2)
Model Year
(3)
Model for Transmission
(4)
Transmission Family
(5)
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Transmission Rear Mount Bracket Replacement
Removal Procedure
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the front suspension skid plate, if equipped.
Refer to Drivetrain and Front Su ...
Other materials:
Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 km/ 7,500 mi
Rotate the tires, if recommended for the vehicle, and perform the following services.
See Tire Rotation.
Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. If needed, change engine
oil and filter, and reset oil life system. See Engine Oil and Engine
Oil Life System.
Check engine coo ...
Stabilizer Shaft Replacement
Removal Procedure
Remove the intermediate steering shaft lower bolt. Refer to Intermediate
Steering Shaft Replacement.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal
and Inst ...
Inspection/Maintenance System Check
Diagnostic Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle
prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
Review Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle
for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides
an overview of each diagn ...
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