Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Manual Shift Shaft and Seal Replacement

Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual / Powertrain / Transmission/Transaxle / Automatic / General / Manual Shift Shaft and Seal Replacement

Special Tools

DT-45201 Cooler Line Seal Remover
DT-49101 Seal Installer

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.

Removal Procedure

Remove the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement.
Remove the manual shaft and position switch assembly. Refer to Manual Shift Detent Lever with Shaft Position Switch Assembly Replacement.

Remove the manual shaft seal (1) using DT-45201 remover .

Installation Procedure

Install the manual shaft and position switch assembly. Refer to Manual Shift Detent Lever with Shaft Position Switch Assembly Replacement.

Install the manual shaft seal (1) using DT-49101 seal installer .
Install the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement.

Manual Shift Shaft Seal Removal

Manual Shift Shaft Seal Removal Callout Component Name 1 Manual Shift Shaft Seal Note: Use the DT-45201 seal rem ...

Neutral - Engine Running (Gen 1)

When the gear selector is moved to the Neutral (N) position, the hydraulic and electrical system operation is identical to Park (P) range. However, if Neutral is selected after the vehicle was ope ...

Other materials:

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
The RKE transmitter may work up to 60?€‰m (195?€‰ft) away from the vehicle. Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System. RKE without Remote Start Shown The following buttons are on the transmitter: Q ...

Body Panel Paint Protector Replacement (VGC)
The paint protective film and vehicle surface temperature should be 13?€“32?°C (55?€“90?°F) for best results. Automatic car washes should be avoided for at least 24?€‰hours after the paint protective film application. Wipe the vehicle surface with isopropyl alcohol or fl ...

Air Conditioning Compressor and Condenser Hose Replacement (LUV)
Removal Procedure Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging. Remove the drivetrain and front suspension frame skid plate if equipped. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement. Remove the front fascia assembly. Re ...

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