Transmission Fluid Fill
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Chevrolet Spark. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Press the tab (1) using a small flat-bladed screwdriver and then remove the fill cap (2).
- Pour approximately 3.0L (3.17 qt) (1.0L Engine-6.2L/6.6 qt or 1.4L Engine-6.5L/6.9 qt dry transmission) of the transmission fluid into the transmission fill tube (3).
- Start the engine.
- Move through the selector lever positions with the foot brake depressed. Switch the selector lever from position P to L and back to P. Hold each position for at least 5 seconds.
- Check the transmission fluid temperature with the diagnostic tool.
NOTE:
- Perform this work with the engine idling.
- Do not re-use drain plug gasket, replace with a NEW gasket.
- Run the engine until the transmission fluid temperature has reached 50 - 80°C (122 - 176°F).
- Remove the drain plug (1). Remove and DISCARD the drain plug gasket (2).
- If the fluid is flowing as a steady stream, wait until the fluid begins to drip. If no fluid comes out, add the fluid until it drips out.
- When the fluid drips out from overflow tube, install the drain plug (1) with a NEW gasket (2) and tighten to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).
- Turn off the engine.