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 ...

Other materials:

Front Seat Riser Finish Cover Replacement
Front Seat Riser Finish Cover Replacement Callout Component Name 1 Front Seat Riser Finish Cover Caution: Do not twist the cover during removal. Twisting the cover may cause the component to break. P ...

Rear Seat Back Cushion Latch Release Knob Bezel Replacement
Rear Seat Back Cushion Latch Release Knob Bezel Replacement Callout Component Name 1 Rear Seat Back Cushion Latch Release Handle Bezel Procedure Use a flat-bladed tool to tilt the rear of the handle upward, then l ...

Engine Oil Cooler Disassemble
Remove the oil cooler coolant inlet hose clamp (2). Remove the oil cooler coolant inlet hose (1). Remove the oil cooler coolant inlet pipe bolt (7) Remove the oil cooler coolant inlet pipe (3) and the seal ring (6). Remove the oil cooler coolant out ...

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