Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Transmission Fluid Level and Condition Check
- Removal Procedure
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- 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 Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement
- Place a basin underneath the vehicle.
- Clean away all dirt and debris from the transmission case plug.
- Remove the transmission case plug (1). DISCARD the case plug.
- Add transmission fluid until it seeps out of the plug hole.
- Installation Procedure
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- Install a NEW case plug (1) and tighten to 4Y
(35 lb in) plus 45-135 degrees
.
- Install the front suspension skid plate, if equipped. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement
- Lower the vehicle.
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution.
- Install a NEW case plug (1) and tighten to 4Y
(35 lb in) plus 45-135 degrees
Transmission Fluid Drain and Fill
Draining Procedure
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
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Transmission Identification Information
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The code for the M32-6 transmission will be found on the back of the transmission
housing, above the axle shaft. In addition, an Alphacode sticker will be placed
on the cover of t ...
Other materials:
Electrical System Overload
The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect against an electrical system
overload.
When the current electrical load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and
closes, protecting the circuit until the current load returns to normal or the problem
is fixed. This greatly reduces the c ...
Rail Dust Damage Repair
Warning: Refer to Eye Protection Warning.
Note: If rail dust has penetrated into the basecoat, the panel requires
refinishing. Ensure all the rail dust has been removed prior to refinishing
or the rust spots will return.
Rail dust damage comes from the tiny iron particles produce ...
SIR Identification Views
The SIR Identification Views shown below illustrate the approximate location
of all SIR components available for the vehicle. This will assist in determining
the appropriate SIR Disabling and Enabling for a given service procedure, refer
to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
Supplemental Inf ...
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