Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Transmission Identification Information
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 the differential.
- Transmission type (M32) (1)
- Design (2)
- Engine family (3)
- Output ratio (3.941) (4)
- Gear set (C) (5)
- Alpha Code (MH) (6)
- Serial number (7 digit) (7)
- Last digit of year (4 = 2004) (8)
- 2 blanks (9)
- Manufacturing plant (A = Aspern) (10)
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 Sus ...
Transmission Mount Bracket Replacement - Left Side
Removal Procedure
Remove the left transmission mount. Refer to
Transmission Mount Replacement - Left Side.
Remove the three left transmission mount bracket to
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Other materials:
Safety Belt Pretensioners
This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants. Although
the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the safety belt assembly.
They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to
severe frontal, near frontal, or rear crash ...
Special Tools
Illustration
Tool Number/Description
CH-41013
J 41013
Rotor Resurfacing Kit
CH-42450-A
J 42450-A
Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit
CH-45101
J ...
Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Removal
Install the crankshaft balancer bolt.
Set the pistons 1 and 4 to TDC in direction of engine rotation.
Note: Note cylinder sequence.
Mark the connecting rod with the connecting rod bearing cover (1).
Remove the 4 connecting rod bearing caps bol ...
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