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:

Headlamp Housing Bracket Replacement
Headlamp Housing Bracket Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedure Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement. 1 Headlamp Housing Bracket Screw (Qty:? ...

Cylinder Head Assemble
Special Tools EN-958 Valve Stem Seal Installer EN-8062 Valve Spring Compressor EN-8062-5 Adapter EN-50717-2 Compressor Assembly of EN-50717 Kit For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools. Lubricate the valve stem and the valve guide with clean engine oil. ...

Torque Converter Removal
Torque Converter Removal Callout Component Name 1 Lock Pin Warning: Lock pin must be secured into the bench fixture to hold the transmission and prevent bodily injury. Note: Ensure the DT ...

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