How to Replace the Transmission Fluid for Chevrolet Cruze?
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Chevrolet Cruze transmission fluid replacement method is as follows: 1. Lift the car and place a large container underneath to catch the used fluid. Use an appropriate screwdriver to remove the inner and outer transmission covers, allowing the transmission fluid to drain out. 2. Once most of the fluid has drained, remove the last oil pan. 3. Carefully remove the transmission fluid filter. 4. Take off the oil pan gasket and clean any surrounding residue. 5. Use a cotton cloth to thoroughly clean all the cleaned transmission fluid filter components, then reinstall them one by one. 6. Wipe the surfaces of all replaced parts clean, ensuring there are no water or oil stains, as these can cause leaks. Reinstall the cleaned oil pan and gasket together, making sure they fit tightly to prevent leaks. Clean the filter housing and wipe it dry, then reinstall the cleaned housing by first securing two diagonal bolts before tightening all bolts completely.
I've been driving a Cruze for five years and have changed the transmission fluid twice myself. First, you need to prepare transmission fluid that meets the Dexron 6 standard, preferably from the original manufacturer. Park the car on level ground and engage the handbrake, remembering to place wheel chocks behind the tires to prevent rolling. Crawl under the car to locate the drain bolt on the transmission oil pan and prepare a large oil pan to catch the used fluid. Be careful when loosening the drain bolt as the oil might be hot and could splash onto your hands. After the oil has completely drained, clean the metal shavings from the magnet on the oil pan—these are wear particles from the gears. Replacing the gasket is crucial to prevent leaks. Then reinstall the oil pan and slowly add new fluid through the dipstick tube. Once the fluid level is normal, start the engine and shift through each gear to circulate the fluid. Finally, check the dipstick to confirm the fluid level, adding or removing fluid as needed. Doing it yourself takes about two hours and saves you several hundred dollars compared to taking it to a shop.
