Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Transmission Fluid Drain and Fill
- Draining Procedure
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Note:
- The fluid check bolt at the front of the transmission may not be opened.
- The transmission fluid drained out during the pre-delivery inspection
may be re-used. New transmission fluid must be used during servicing
work.
The transmission fluid must be brought up to operating temperature before draining.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Remove the drivetrain and front suspension frame skid plate, if equipped. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement.
- Clean away all dirt and debris from the transmission fluid drain fastener area.
- Position an appropriate container under the transmission.
- Remove the transmission fluid drain fastener (1).
- Allow the transmission fluid to drain into the container.
- Install a new transmission fluid drain fastener and
tighten to 20 Y (15 lb ft)
.
- Remove the container used to catch the used transmission fluid from under the vehicle.
- Install the drivetrain and front suspension frame skid plate, if equipped. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement.
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution.
- Filling Procedure
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- Lower the vehicle.
- Remove the engine control module with the bracket from the battery tray. Refer to Engine Control Module Replacement for the 1.2L or 1.4L engine, or Engine Control Module Replacement for the 1.6L or 1.8L engine.
- Clean away all dirt and debris from the transmission fluid fill fastener area.
- Remove the transmission fluid fill fastener (1).
- Fill the transmission with the appropriate amount of fluid. Refer to Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations and Manual Transmission Specifications.
- Install a new transmission fluid fill fastener and
tighten to 30 Y (22 lb ft)
.
- Install the engine control module with the bracket to the battery tray. Refer to Engine Control Module Replacement for the 1.2L or 1.4L engine, or Engine Control Module Replacement for the 1.6L or 1.8L engine.
Transmission Disassemble (Gen 2)
Special Tools
3-9506289 Universal Adapter
R-0007758 Holding Fixture
S-9407198 Differential Bearing Race Wrench
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Attach R-0 ...
Transmission Fluid Level and Condition Check
Removal Procedure
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
Remove the front suspension skid plate, if equipped.
Refer to Drivetrain and Front Sus ...
Other materials:
Cylinder Head Assemble
Special Tools
EN-958 Valve Stem Seal Installer
EN-8062 Valve Spring Compressor
EN-8062-5 Adapter
EN-50717-2 Compressor Assembly of EN-50717 Kit
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Lubricate the valve stem and the valve guide with clean engine oil.
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Control Valve Body Cover Replacement
Removal Procedure
Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the front bumper fascia opening lower cover.
Refer to Front Bumper ...
Thrust Washer and Bearing Cleaning and Inspection
Warning: Wear safety glasses to avoid injury when using compressed
air or any cleaning solvent. Bodily injury may occur if fumes are inhaled
or if skin is exposed to chemicals.
Caution: Do not allow the bearings to spin. Turn them slowly by
hand. Spinning the beari ...
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