Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Transmission Indicators and Messages
The following transmission-related indicators and messages may be displayed on the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). For a complete listing and description of all vehicle indicators and messages, refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation.
- "TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE"
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This message is displayed when the TCM detects a transmission fluid temperature (TFT) equal to or greater than 132°C (270°F) for 5 seconds.
- “SERVICE TRANSMISSION”
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This message displays when there is a problem with the transmission.
Tire Pressure Indicator Sensor Replacement
Removal Procedure
Raise the vehicle on a suitable support. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the tire/wheel assembly from the vehicle. Refer
to Tire and Wheel Re ...
Tread Wear Indicators Description
The original equipment tires have tread wear indicators that show when you should
replace the tires.
The location of these indicators are at 60 degree intervals around the outer
diamet ...
Other materials:
Stationary Window Waterleak Repair
Warning: If any water enters the vehicle interior up to the level
of the carpet or higher and soaks the carpet, the sensing and diagnostic module
(SDM) and the SDM harness connector may need to be replaced. The SDM could be
activated when powered, which could cause deployment of the air ...
Steering Column Replacement
Removal Procedure
Caution: With wheels of the vehicle facing straight ahead,
secure the steering wheel utilizing steering column anti-rotation pin,
steering column lock, or a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the
steering column will prevent damage and a possible ...
Tire and Wheel Assembly Balancing - On-Vehicle
Special Tools
EL-38792-A Electronic Vibration Analyzer (EVA) 2
If after following the tire and wheel vibration diagnostic process, some amount
of tire and wheel vibration is still evident, an on-vehicle high-speed spin balancer
may be used to perform an on-vehicle balance in an attempt ...
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