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:
Front Hinge Pillar Body Sectioning
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair
Warning.
Warning: Refer to Collision Sectioning Warning.
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning.
Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling a ...
Brake Rotor Thickness Measurement
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
If the inboard friction surface of the brake rotor is not accessible, reposition
and support the caliper with the brake pads. Refer to Front Disc Brake Pads
Replacement.
Clean the friction surfaces of the brake rotor with denatured al ...
Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection
Valve Cleaning and Inspection
Warning: Bodily injury may occur if the cleaning solvent is
inhaled or exposed to the skin.
Note: Do not scratch the valve stem with the wire brush.
Clean the valves of carbon, oil and varnish. Carbon can be remove ...
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