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:

Washer Fluid
Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. See Engine Compartment Overview for reservoir location. Caution . Do not use engine coolant (antifreeze) in the windshield washer. It can damage the windshield washer system and paint. . Do not mi ...

Rear Compartment Lid Applique Replacement
Rear Compartment Lid Applique Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedure Open and support the rear compartment lid. Remove the rear compartment lid inner panel trim. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Inner Panel ...

Warm Up Three-Way Catalytic Converter Installation
Install the warm up three way catalytic converter (5) to the brackets and the turbocharger. Use a NEW warm up three way catalytic converter seal (2). Note: Never re-use the V-clamp. Install a NEW warm up three way catalytic converter V-clamp (1). In ...

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