Change transmission fluid on a 2014 Chevy Cruze

1. Jack car at front driver's side
2. Remove fill cap (beside battery)
3. Remove drain bolt (11mm) and drain.
4. Replace drain bolt and torque to 5ft/lbs.
5. Refill with same amount of fluid. At least 3 quarts.
6. Drive car. Work through gears.
7. Jack up car on driver's passenger side
8. Drain again.
9. Fill ~3 quarts.
10. Remove driver's front wheel
11. Check car is level
12. Remove check bolt on transmission (11mm)
13. Turn car on. If amount if perfect, minimal drip. If no drip, add more fluid.
    1. KEEP CAR RUNNING UNTIL CHECK BOLT REPLACED

This article was updated on January 23, 2024