Transmission fluid change

STEVENPERRY18

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2009 CHEVROLET AVEO
1.6L
4 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
98,000 MILES

Change out the transmission filter, would I simply drain the existing oil-take off old filter-clean area-replace seals-put in new filter-screw pan into place-then fill with tranny fluid. And how much transmission fluid should I put in. Also will all the fluid be removed or just a partial amount.

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CADIEMAN

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Hello,

Here is a guide to help walk you through the transmission service and diagrams below to show you how on your car.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-service-an-automatic-transmission

Fluid Types

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Use only T-IV Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 88900925, in Canada 22689186).

Capacities

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID

Drain and Refill .................... 2.1 liters (2.2 quarts)

Note: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level. Recheck fluid level after filling.

Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

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Wednesday, June 3rd, 2015 AT 3:57 AM

LORIHENDERSON2011

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2009 CHEVROLET AVEO
1.6L
4 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
89,000 MILES

How much transmission fluid is needed when completely empty? Had nothing but major headaches with this car original dealer supposedly, they said put new transmission in car after purchase day one. The dealer obviously not. Nothing but major with it, it is losing the fluid somewhere see no leaks on driveway since purchased this hunk a junk from a dealership.
How much fluid does the transmission when completely empty? Is there a special type to use?
Thanks a bunch.

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Monday, March 11th, 2019 AT 12:01 PM (Merged)

HMAC300

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It holds 6.2 quarts of type T IV trans fluid just look for that type on can at auto parts. If it is leaking or using transmission fluid then check coolant for having oil in it the cooling line inside radiator may have broken and that is where it probably is going. Your coolant tank may have an oily film on inside. Otherwise there would be some type of oil leakage if external. When checking fluid do it with trans hot and fluid level should be between one and two.

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Monday, March 11th, 2019 AT 12:01 PM (Merged)

M4SHORT

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2004 CHEVROLET AVEO
4 CYL
FWD
MANUAL
48,000 MILES

With no prior warning my car would not shift. I heard a noise, pulled over and saw what I beleive was trans fluid. Had it towed to amco, after gm told me I was still under powertrain warrenty had it towed to dealer. I was informed that my clutch "exploded" and there is a piece of metal stuck between starter and trans and it had blown a hole through my gear box. AND because it all started in the clutch, that I am resposible. What would cause a clutch to blow a hole in trans?
The rep told the dealer he would cover half (approx $1000) as a good will gesture but this will still cost me $1700. Please help

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Monday, March 11th, 2019 AT 12:01 PM (Merged)

KEVIN12881

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Wow! That is a first for me. Do you have full coverage? What does your insuurance company say? Donate for a pro to help, a few bucks will do. That is crazt!