Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Transmission System Description and Operation
The F17 is a 5 speed manual transmission assembly.
Note:
Use only transmission fluid listed within the Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers for this manual transmission assembly. Other lubricants or additives may affect the shift performance.
The F17 (Gen 1) 5 Speed manual transmission has the following features:
- First and second gear double coned synchronizer
- Third, fourth, and fifth gear single coned synchronizer
- Two shaft design consisting of an input shaft, and main shaft
- Reverse inhibit feature
- One piece clutch actuator ?no bleed screw
- Transmission venting system is part of the fill cap
- Vehicle speed sensor (VSS)
The F17 (Gen 2) 5 Speed manual transmission has the following features:
- First, second, third, and fourth gear double coned synchronizer
- Fifth gear single coned synchronizer
- Two shaft design consisting of an input shaft, and main shaft
- Synchronized Reverse Gear
- One piece clutch actuator ?no bleed screw
- Transmission venting system is part of the fill cap
- Vehicle speed sensor (VSS)
The manual transmission shift cables must be adjusted for proper shifter performance.
Transmission Replacement (With 1.6L or 1.8L Engine)
Removal Procedure
Remove the battery tray. Refer to
Battery Tray Replacement.
Without draining the coolant or removing the hoses,
remove and position aside the radiator surge t ...
Vehicle, Engine and Transmission ID and VIN Location, Derivative and Usage
The vehicle identification number (VIN) plate is the legal identifier of the
vehicle. The VIN plate is located on the upper left corner of the instrument panel
(I/P) and can be seen through th ...
Other materials:
If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
Warning
Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open
the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just
turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until
there is no sign of steam or coolant before yo ...
Driver or Passenger Seat Head Restraint Guide Replacement
Driver or Passenger Seat Head Restraint Guide Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the seat head restraint. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Head
Restraint Replacement.
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Brake System Warning Light
The vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits. If one circuit is
not working, the remaining circuit can still work to stop the vehicle. For normal
braking performance, both circuits need to be working
If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have the brake system ...
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