Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: 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 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
-
- 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
...
Transmission Identification Information
mmmmmmmmmmm1c
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:
Outside Rearview Mirror Housing Rear Cover Replacement
Outside Rearview Mirror Housing Rear Cover Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Remove the outside rearview mirror glass. Refer to Outside Rearview Mirror
Glass Replacement.
1
...
Tires and Wheels Description and Operation (Equipment)
GM Recommended Tire Balancer
Hunter RF33 Road Force balancer or equivalent with the following options:
Auto Clamp – allows for centering repeatability and prevent damage to
the wheel.
Wheel Lift – helps prevent wheel damage and assists in the accuracy
of the placeme ...
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Description and Operation
The automatic transmission park lock control system is a safety device that prevents
an inadvertent shift out of PARK. The driver must press the brake pedal before moving
the park lever out of the PARK position. The system consists of the following components:
The automatic transmission pa ...
0.0059