Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Transmission Fluid Level and Condition Check

Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual / Powertrain / Transmission/Transaxle / Automatic / General / Transmission Fluid Level and Condition Check

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 Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement
Place a basin underneath the vehicle.
Clean away all dirt and debris from the transmission case plug.

Remove the transmission case plug (1). DISCARD the case plug.
Add transmission fluid until it seeps out of the plug hole.

Installation Procedure

Caution:

Refer to Fastener Caution.

Install a NEW case plug (1) and tighten to 4Y (35 lb in) plus 45-135 degrees
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Install the front suspension skid plate, if equipped. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement
Lower the vehicle.

Transmission Fluid Drain and Fill

Draining Procedure Note: The fluid check bolt at the front of the transmission may not be opened. The transmission fluid drained out during the pre-delivery inspection ...

Transmission Fluid Pump Assemble (6T30)

Table 1: Fluid Pump w/Valve Trains Assemble Table 2: Torque Converter Fluid Seal and Fluid Filter Assembly Assemble Fluid Pump w/Valve Trains Assemble ...

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Transmission Fluid Pump Disassemble (6T30)
Table 1: Fluid Filter Assembly and Torque Converter Fluid Seal Disassemble Table 2: Fluid Pump Disassemble Fluid Filter Assembly and Torque Converter Fluid Seal Disassemble Fluid Filter Assembly and Torque Converter Fluid Seal Disassemble ...

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