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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2013SONIC L4-1.8LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINMANUAL TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLESHIFT LINKAGESERVICE AND REPAIRTRANSMISSION CONTROL REPLACEMENT
2013 Chevrolet Sonic L4-1.8L
Transmission Control Replacement
2013 Chevrolet Sonic L4-1.8LSECTION Transmission Control Replacement
Transmission Control Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the floor console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement Front Floor Console Replacement.
2. Lift both cable adjustment retainers (1), one for each cable, to release the shift lever and selector lever cable.
3. Pull the shift lever and selector lever cable retainers (1) from the transmission control assembly (3).
4. Remove the shift lever and selector cable from the shift and selector control
5. Remove the 4 transmission control bolts (1).
6. Remove the transmission control from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Position the transmission control in the vehicle.
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.
2. Install the 4 transmission control bolts (1) and tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb in).
3. Connect the shift lever and selector lever cables to the shift and selector control adjusters (2).
4. Install the shift lever and selector lever cable retainers (1) to the transmission control (3)
5. Press down and lock both cable adjustment retainers (1), one for each cable, to adjust the shift lever and selector lever cable.
6. Adjust the shift lever and selector level cables. Refer to Manual Transmission Shift Lever Cable Adjustment F13-5/F15-5/F17-5 (M26) - Manual Transmission.
7. Install the floor console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement Front Floor Console Replacement.
8. Verify the correct operation of the transmission control assembly.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.