Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Fluid Cooler Outlet Hose Replacement
- Removal Procedure
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- Remove the front bumper fascia opening lower cover. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Opening Lower Cover Replacement
- Remove the front wheelhouse liner inner front extension. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Inner Front Extension Replacement
- Remove the trans fluid cooler nut.
- Remove and unclip the trans fluid cooler hose from the transmission.
- Remove the transmission fluid cooler hose from the radiator. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection
- Unclip the transmission fluid cooler hose from fan shroud and remove from vehicle.
- Installation Procedure
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- Inspect the seals for cracks, cuts or damage. Replace if necessary.
- Install the transmission fluid cooler hose to the radiator. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection
- Clip the transmission fluid cooler hose to the fan shroud.
- Install and clip the trans fluid cooler hose to the transmission.
- Install the trans fluid cooler nut and tighten to
22 Y (17 lb ft)
.
- Install the front wheelhouse liner inner front extension. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Inner Front Extension Replacement
- Install the front bumper fascia opening lower cover. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Opening Lower Cover Replacement
- Adjust the transmission fluid level.
- Inspect for fluid leaks.
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution
Fluid Cooler Inlet Hose Replacement
Removal Procedure
Remove the battery tray. Refer to
Battery Tray Replacement
Remove the front bumper fascia opening lower cover.
Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Opening Lower Cove ...
Transmission Fluid Cooler Flushing and Flow Test
GM studies indicate that plugged or restricted transmission oil coolers and pipes
cause insufficient transmission lubrication and elevated operating temperatures
which can lead to premature transm ...
Other materials:
Automatic Transmission Flex Plate Removal
Special Tools
EN-652 Automatic Transmission Flex Plate Holder
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Install the EN-652 holder (1) to hold the automatic transmission
flex plate (2).
Loosen the 6 automatic transmission flex plate bolts.
Remov ...
Engine Oil Cooler Housing Installation
Clean the engine oil cooler housing to thermostat housing sealing surfaces.
Install 2 NEW gaskets.
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Install the engine oil cooler inlet pipe (3).
Install the engine oil cooler housing (1) and the 5 engine oil cooler bolts (2)
and t ...
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 m ...
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