Changing the oil in a Chevrolet Aveo automatic transmission
Required tools and materials:
* new oil for automatic transmission (Dexron III/VI, about 5-6 liters)
* new oil pan gasket
* new gearbox oil filter
* 10 mm socket wrench
* 17 mm head with knob
* funnel
* clean container for draining old oil
Instructions:
1. Preparation:
* Put the car on the parking brake and install wheel chocks under the rear wheels.
* Run the engine for 5-10 minutes to warm up the transmission oil.
2. Draining old oil:
* Locate the transmission pan on the bottom of the vehicle.
* Place a container under the pan and unscrew the drain plug with a 10 mm socket wrench.
* Drain the oil into a container. You may need a funnel.
3. Replacing the filter and gasket:
* Remove the oil pan by unscrewing the bolts with a 17 mm socket.
* Replace the transmission oil filter with a new one.
* Clean the pan and install a new gasket.
4. Filling with new oil:
* Fill the transmission with new oil through the dipstick hole or a separate filler hole (depending on the vehicle model).
* Fill in about 4 liters of oil and check the level using the dipstick.
5. Checking the oil level:
* Start the engine and let it idle.
* Shift the gear lever through all positions and return it to the park position.
* Pull out the dipstick and check the oil level. It should be between the “MIN” and “MAX” marks.
*Add more oil if necessary.
6. Completion:
* Reinstall the oil pan and tighten the bolts.
* Install the drain plug and tighten it.
* Reset the automatic transmission service counter (if available).
* Drive the car for about 10 km and check the oil level again.
Adviсe:
* It is recommended to change the gearbox oil every 50,000-100,000 km or every 2-3 years, depending on operating conditions.
*Use only the recommended oil for your car model.
* Dispose of old oil responsibly.