Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: ATF Lines

Transmission Fluid Cooler Flushing and Flow Test

GM studies indicate that plugged or restricted transmission oil coolers and pipes cause insufficient transmission lubrication and elevated operating temperatures which can lead to premature transm ...

Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection

Removal Procedure Note: Perform the following procedure when removing the retaining rings and cooler lines from the quick connect fittings located on the radiator a ...

Other materials:

Liftgate
To lock or unlock the liftgate from the inside, press or on the central locking switch or on the driver door switch. The vehicle must be in P (Park) for automatic transmissions. For manual transmissions the parking brake must be engaged. To open the liftgate from the outside, press twi ...

Special Tools (MIT Tool Instructions)
Bluetooth Pairing for Vehicles with Radio RPO: UF7 Either reset the pin code on the radio to 0000, or go under Device Info on the radio and see what the pin code is (to enter it later on the MIT). Turn the BT discoverable ON in the radio Bluetooth settings. Press Pair De ...

Water Outlet Installation
Clean the sealing surfaces. Install the water outlet (2) and a NEW water outlet seal ring (1). Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution. Install the 3 water outlet bolts (3) and tighten to  8 Y (71 lb in). ...