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
Removal Procedure
Remove the battery and battery tray. Refer to
Battery Tray Replacement.
Disconnect the transmission range selector lever cable
terminal (1) ...
Vehicle Speed Sensor Replacement
Vehicle Speed Sensor Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Engine Wiring Harness Bracket Nut
Caution: Refer to Fa ...
Other materials:
Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement
Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the right instrument panel upper trim panel. Refer to Instrument
Panel Upper Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side.
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Camshaft Sprocket Replacement
Special Tools
EN-6340 Camshaft Adjuster Locking Tool
EN-6628–A Camshaft Locking Tool
EN-45059 Angle Meter
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Open the hood.
Remove the air cleaner housing. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement. ...
Synchronizers Cleaning and Inspection
Note: When servicing the synchronizers, retain them in the order
that they are removed. Mark the parts to ensure the correct position for
inspection and assembly.
Clean all the synchronizer parts in a suitable cleaning
solvent and air dry all the parts.
Inspect the 1 ...
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