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:
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 ...
Engine Mount Bracket Replacement - Right Side
Engine Mount Bracket Replacement - Right Side
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Remove the engine mount. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement - Right
Side.
Remove the front wheelhouse front liner if necessary. Re ...
Drive Range, Third Gear (Gen 2)
As vehicle speed increases and operating conditions become appropriate, the transmission
control module (TCM) processes input signals from the automatic transmission input
and output speed sensors, the throttle position sensor and other vehicle sensors
to determine the precise moment to comman ...
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