Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Transmission System Description and Operation
The F17 is a 5 speed manual transmission assembly.
Note:
Use only transmission fluid listed within the Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers for this manual transmission assembly. Other lubricants or additives may affect the shift performance.
The F17 (Gen 1) 5 Speed manual transmission has the following features:
- First and second gear double coned synchronizer
- Third, fourth, and fifth gear single coned synchronizer
- Two shaft design consisting of an input shaft, and main shaft
- Reverse inhibit feature
- One piece clutch actuator ?no bleed screw
- Transmission venting system is part of the fill cap
- Vehicle speed sensor (VSS)
The F17 (Gen 2) 5 Speed manual transmission has the following features:
- First, second, third, and fourth gear double coned synchronizer
- Fifth gear single coned synchronizer
- Two shaft design consisting of an input shaft, and main shaft
- Synchronized Reverse Gear
- One piece clutch actuator ?no bleed screw
- Transmission venting system is part of the fill cap
- Vehicle speed sensor (VSS)
The manual transmission shift cables must be adjusted for proper shifter performance.
Transmission Replacement
Removal Procedure
Remove the battery and battery tray. Refer to
Battery Tray Replacement.
Disconnect the transmission range selector lever cable
terminal (1) ...
Vehicle Speed Sensor Replacement
Vehicle Speed Sensor Replacement
Callout
Component Name
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Engine Wiring Harness Bracket Nut
Caution: Refer to Fa ...
Other materials:
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
Warning
A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle. A damaged airbag system
may not work properly and may not protect you and your passenger(s) in a crash,
resulting in serious injury or even death. To help make sure the airbag systems
are working properly after a crash, have them i ...
Front Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking. See the Maintenance
Schedule for more information.
Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways.
For proper windshield wiper blade length and type, see Maintenance Replacement Parts.
Caution ...
Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement (Hatchback)
Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
1
Inflatable Restraint Airbag Cover
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