Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: 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 manual transmission has the following features:
- First and second gear double coned synchronizer
- Third, fourth, and fifth gear single coned synchronizer
- Two shaft design consisting of an input shaft, and main shaft
- Reverse inhibit feature
- One piece clutch actuator ?no bleed screw
- Transmission venting system is part of the fill cap
- Vehicle speed sensor (VSS)
The F17 (Gen 2) 5 Speed manual transmission has the following features:
- First, second, third, and fourth gear double coned synchronizer
- Fifth gear single coned synchronizer
- Two shaft design consisting of an input shaft, and main shaft
- Synchronized Reverse Gear
- One piece clutch actuator ?no bleed screw
- Transmission venting system is part of the fill cap
- Vehicle speed sensor (VSS)
The manual transmission shift cables must be adjusted for proper shifter performance.
Transmission Replacement (With 1.6L or 1.8L Engine)
Removal Procedure
Remove the battery tray. Refer to
Battery Tray Replacement.
Without draining the coolant or removing the hoses,
remove and position aside the radiator surge t ...
Vehicle, Engine and Transmission ID and VIN Location, Derivative and Usage
The vehicle identification number (VIN) plate is the legal identifier of the
vehicle. The VIN plate is located on the upper left corner of the instrument panel
(I/P) and can be seen through th ...
Other materials:
Hood Replacement
Hood Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Disconnect the windshield washer nozzle hose.
1
Hood Hinge Nut (Qty:?€‰4)
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution.
Procedu ...
Rear Compartment Lid Adjustment
Rear Compartment Lid Adjustment
Callout
Component Name
1
Rear Compartment Lid
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution
Procedure
Loosen the rear compartment lid hinge bolts (Qty:?€‰4) to adjust
the ...
Cargo Tie Down Loop Replacement
Cargo Tie Down Loop Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Cargo Tie Down Hook Fastener
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution.
Tighten
9?€‰Y (80?€‰lb?€‰in)
2
Cargo T ...
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