Fix transmission fluid leaks chevrolet cruze 20112016 2014. Complete manual transmissions for chevrolet cruze ebay. The most recently reported issues are listed below. The worst complaints are transmission failure, sluggish performance, and transmission leaking fluid. From time to time you need to change your chevy cruze transmission oil. During routine inspection after maintenance, a transmission fluid leak was observed. The 2012 chevrolet cruze has 7 problems reported for transmission leaking fluid.
The cost of this service or repair can vary by location, your vehicles make and model, and even your. Chevrolet cruze owner manual 2012 black plate 4,1 iv introduction using this manual to quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the index in the back of the manual. The original owner had leaky lines for years and just kept topping it off. As an aside, in most cases, cars fall under the severe category of maintenance as seen in the owners manual. Side air baffle retainer 198994 without retractable headlamps, 199194. Acdelco dexronvi automatic transmission fluid is the most recent release in the wellestablished. Find 2012 chevrolet cruze recalls information, reported by the nhtsa, and we will help you find a nearby service center where you can get your car fixed. Chevrolet cruze transmission problems and repair descriptions at. View the 2012 chevrolet cruze reliability ratings and recall information at u. This video we tackle an oil leak on a 2012 chevrolet cruze eco. My 2012 cruze has 85k miles on it, and i just had the transmission cooler lines replaced. August 20 general motors gm is recalling certain model year 20112012 chevrolet cruze vehicles equipped with 1.
Post here to introduce yourself, and check out the stickied threads for forum rules, staff names, and general site info. For 2012, the chevy cruze continues to offer an economical blend of roominess and driving flair in a wellequipped package. Chevrolet cruze manual transmission fluid change youtube. This also happens if there is air in the line, or if too thick of a manual transmission fluid is used.
What type of transmission fluid for chevrolet cruze. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of chevrolet cruze based on all problems reported for the cruze. He also mentioned there was a spot under the engine that was damp and could be the beginning of a leak of some sort. See realworld chevrolet cruze transmission problems and repair histories as reported by other chevrolet cruze owners. I know what transmission fluid looks like this was it. The company also reports that manual transmission equipped cruzes are prone to transmission fluid. Over the period since my new manual transmission was installed under warranty, transmission fluid started. Get the best deals on complete manual transmissions for chevrolet cruze when you shop the largest online selection at.
If the vehicle has a manual transmission, it will have an upshift light that indicates when to shift to the next higher gear for the best fuel economy. Stop and go traffic in a normal downtown setting puts most people there. View and download chevrolet 2011 cruze owners manual online. This video will show you how to top off or how to check transmission fluid level on a 2011 thru 2015 chevy cruze. Clutch completely failed on my commute home last night and i had to be towed.
I have the same problem with my 2016 chevy cruze ls manual transmission. The only problem i have had is with the engine light coming on and off. Post up your favorite chevrolet cruze pictures here and win our chevrolet cruze car of the month contest. New transmission at 11,500 miles 2011 cruze dashboard icon lights stay on. I took my cruze in for an oil change a couple of days ago and the mechanic came back saying there looked to be some fluid gathering in the engine area, he suspected transmission fluid. It is not necessary to check the manual transmission fluid level. Transmission fluid level check chevrolet cruze 20112016. The engine should be running when you check the transmission fluid dipstick on a 20 chevrolet cruze lt 1. I also know its one enclosed unit, but are there common causes for leaking. Auto news chevrolet cruze recall includes two major issues.
Gen1 service issues archive page 8 chevy cruze forum. If you have transmission leak from the transmission oil pan this is the. Chevrolet cruze automatic transmission fluid advance. I bought a 2011 chevy cruze from one of the local carmax dealership. Also, see repair breakdown by problem area and cost. At carid you can find the best proven lubricants to reduce the friction almost to the zero.
See how to correctly check the transmission fluid level in a 20 chevrolet cruze lt 1. Chevrolet cruze recall information chevy recalls and. Being curious and the owners manual being unhelpful, i put in an email to gm asking what fluid my cruzes m32 6speed manual transmission takes. The vehicles may leak gasoline following a rearimpact crash and a rollover. The 2012 chevrolet cruze has 1 problems reported for transmission housing unit leak. The company also reports that manual transmission equipped cruzes are prone to transmission fluid leaks after the clutch receives. How to check manual transmission fluid it is not necessary to check the manual transmission fluid level. To save money, you can troubleshoot the chevy yourself for a transmission leak before taking it to a mechanic. Therefore it is important to use the exact type of transmission fluid stipulated by your cruzes owners manual. Bleeding the system is very tricky and requires two people. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report.
See how to fix minor transmission fluid leaks in your 2011 chevrolet cruze lt 1. A plastic port on the back of the engine broke which dumped all of the engine coolant out while driving al f. Transmission fluid leaking problems of chevrolet cruze. Low oil levellow coolant leveland now my transmission hesitates to shift, bucks on down shifts and is louder than normal on acceleration. First time the block had a hole in it and it was leaking oil. For vehicles with a manual transmission, it is not necessary to regularly check brakeclutch fluid unless there is a leak suspected. How to troubleshoot a chevy transmission leak it still runs. I havent had any major issues and for a few years i was putting over 25,000 milesyear on it. Only administrators may create new threads in this section. We have 882 2012 chevrolet cruze vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 297 1owner cars, and 1,081 personal use cars. Chevrolet cruze owners have reported 6 problems related to transmission fluid leaking under the power train category.
I understand that the transmission is a common problem with the cruze. Repairpal for shop owners get new customers certified shop resources. Chevrolet cruze vehicles equipped with manual transmissions mf3mr5 and. There is an oil feed line coming off the oil cooler assembly. This service is typically done as part of a bigger, more. I bought a 2012 chevy cruze brand new in 2012, and now the car is 7 years old, but only has 59,744 miles on it, and my. General motors issued service bulletin pi0928c for 2012 chevrolet cruze vehicles that had automatic transmissions and were manufactured prior to 1 august 20. Danger, warnings, and cautions warning messages found on vehicle. Car a rac presents recommended by manufacturers oil types. Find chevrolet cruze recalls information, reported by the nhtsa, and we will help. This premium transmission oil cooler features a unique plate and fin design, which is 33% more efficient than a comparable tube and fin design. Recommended oil for transmissions of chevrolet cruze.
May 10, 2011, to august 16, 2012 equipped with a calix oil panblock heater. Chevrolet cruze trans oil cooler line replacement cost. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found. General motors llc gm is recalling certain model year 2012 chevrolet.
A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free. Were now in the market for a 2019 honda civic with standard trans. Torco mtf manual transmission fluid is a special light viscosity, low friction oil with superior load carrying and wear. Automatic transmission fluid is typically colored red or green. Find 2012 chevrolet cruze recalls information, reported by the nhtsa, and we will help. Advance auto parts has 6 different automatic transmission fluid for your vehicle, ready for shipping or instore pick up. It appears gm updated the transmission in 2012 to put in better. Chevrolet cruze transmission leak inspection cost estimate. Owners manual said paraphrased swap out the gearbox oil with some 10w30 every 30k miles or so.