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Chevrolet Aveo T200 factory workshop and repair manual

- Safety first
- Park on level ground, engine off, handbrake on, ignition key removed.
- Use wheel chocks on opposite wheels before getting under the car.
- If you raise the car, use a hydraulic jack and quality jack stands; never rely on the jack alone.
- Wear gloves and eye protection.

- Tools — full list with detailed descriptions and how to use each
- Socket set with ratchet (metric sizes 8–19 mm)
- Description: Ratchet handle and sockets that fit hex-head nuts/bolts.
- How to use: Fit the correct socket on the bolt, turn the ratchet handle clockwise to tighten and counterclockwise to loosen. Use extensions to reach recessed fasteners.
- Combination wrench set (metric, open-end and box-end)
- Description: Fixed-length wrenches with an open jaw on one end and a closed loop on the other.
- How to use: Use the box end for tight spaces and the open end where the socket won’t reach; hold one side while you loosen the opposite nut with a socket or second wrench.
- Adjustable wrench (crescent)
- Description: Single wrench whose jaw width adjusts by a screw wheel.
- How to use: Useful when you don’t have the exact size; snug the jaw on the nut to avoid rounding edges.
- Needle-nose pliers and regular slip-joint pliers
- Description: Pliers for gripping, pulling clips, and manipulating small parts.
- How to use: Use needle-nose for retaining clips and connectors; slip-joint for larger clips or bending tabs.
- Flathead and Phillips screwdrivers (various sizes)
- Description: Hand tools for screws and prying small trim pieces.
- How to use: Use correct size to avoid stripping heads; flathead can be used carefully as a pry for trim clips.
- Trim removal tool or plastic pry tools
- Description: Non-marring plastic tools for removing interior panels and trim.
- How to use: Slide under trim, pry gently to release plastic clips without damaging the console.
- Flashlight or work light
- Description: Bright portable light to see in dark recesses under dash or under car.
- How to use: Position to illuminate cable ends while you work; clamp-style lights are handy.
- Penetrating oil (e.g., WD-40, PB Blaster)
- Description: Spray that loosens rusty or seized bolts.
- How to use: Spray on stuck fasteners, wait a few minutes, then try loosening with a wrench or socket.
- Rag and small container or magnetic tray
- Description: Keep small parts and fluids from getting lost.
- How to use: Put bolts and clips in the tray; wipe grease with the rag.
- Gloves
- Description: Protect hands from grease and sharp edges.
- How to use: Wear during the whole job.
- Car jack and jack stands (if undercar access required)
- Description: Jack lifts car; stands support it safely.
- How to use: Lift at manufacturer jacking points, then place jack stands under solid subframe points before working underneath.

- Extra tools you might need and why
- Torx driver set or small metric Allen keys
- Why: Some interior trim screws or console fasteners are Torx or Allen; required to remove console cover.
- Small mirror
- Why: Helps see cable ends that are tucked in tight spaces.
- Impact driver or breaker bar
- Why: Helpful if nuts are very tight or rusted; reduces effort.
- Replacement retaining clips/bushings
- Why: Clips often break when removing the cable; replacing them ensures secure connection.

- Preparatory checks (what to do before adjusting)
- Identify whether your Aveo T200 is manual or automatic — manual: you will adjust shift cable for gear selection; automatic: you will adjust the PRNDL selector cable.
- From inside, move gear lever to neutral (manual) or Park (automatic). This is the reference position for adjustment.
- Inspect the cable(s) visually:
- Look for fraying, kinks, torn boots, corrosion, or separated ends.
- Check the rubber grommets and plastic clips for wear.
- If cable ends or boots are damaged, plan to replace the cable instead of adjusting.

- Manual transmission — general adjustment procedure (bulleted)
- Locate the shift cable ends:
- Under the center console inside the car, follow the shift lever boot down to the cable; on the transmission side, find the cable where it connects to the transmission shift lever (usually under the car).
- Access the adjustment point:
- Some Aveo T200 have an in-line threaded adjuster near the firewall or a clip at the transmission; remove the center console trim if needed using trim tools and screwdrivers.
- Set interior shifter to neutral and verify the transmission lever is in neutral (you may need a helper to look under the car or use a mirror).
- Loosen the locknut or retaining clip at the adjuster with a socket or wrench; do not remove it, just loosen enough to move the cable.
- Adjust cable slack:
- Pull or push the cable housing so the inner cable positions the transmission shift lever centered in neutral.
- If there is a threaded adjuster, turn the adjuster body to remove slack until neutral is centered.
- Tighten the locknut or re-secure the retaining clip while keeping the cable in the adjusted position.
- Test shift operation inside the car through all gears; confirm smooth engagement and that gears match the lever positions.
- Reassemble any removed trim and do a short road test to verify correct alignment.

- Automatic transmission — general adjustment procedure (bulleted)
- Locate the selector cable:
- Follows from the center console shifter down to the transmission where it attaches to the shift lever by a pin/clevis and clip.
- Put interior shifter in Park (P) and remove key if necessary.
- At the transmission end, loosen the securing nut/clamp (socket or wrench) that holds the cable outer housing but do not remove the clevis pin yet.
- With the shifter in Park, move the cable inner rod so the transmission selector lever sits in the Park detent:
- Some transmissions have a small notch or a slot indicating Park; align lever visually or by feel.
- Tighten the clamp/nut to lock the cable housing in that position, then install/reinstall any clevis pin and retaining clip.
- Verify shifter moves through all positions and that Park locks and Reverse/Drive engage correctly.
- Confirm that the key cannot be removed in a gear other than Park (safety interlock) and re-test on a short drive.

- How to tell if part replacement is required (and why)
- Signs replacement is required
- Frayed or broken cable strands: indicates internal failure; adjustment will not hold.
- Torn or missing rubber boots/grommets: allows water and dirt in, causing rapid wear.
- Excessive free play that cannot be removed by adjusting: cable stretched or internal binding.
- Broken or severely worn ball studs, clevis, or retaining clips: connection will be unreliable or unsafe.
- Sticking, rough movement, or intermittent engagement: internal cable corrosion or seized sections.
- Why replacement is needed
- Cables stretch, corrode, or break over time; adjusting only removes slack and will not fix a frayed, binding, or internally broken cable.
- Damaged end fittings or clips will lead to loss of gear selection or sudden disengagement—safety-critical.
- What replacement parts might be needed
- Complete selector/shift cable assembly specific to Chevrolet Aveo T200 (search “Chevrolet Aveo T200 shift cable” or use VIN when ordering).
- Replacement items that may be ordered separately: rubber grommet, retaining clip/clevis pin, transmission bracket, or shift lever bushings.
- OEM vs aftermarket: OEM gives exact fit; reputable aftermarket often cheaper—ensure it’s listed for Aveo T200 and specifies manual or automatic application.

- Replacing the cable — short overview of steps (if replacement required)
- Remove interior trim to free the cable from the shifter housing.
- Remove clevis pin and clip at transmission end and disconnect cable at shifter end (may require pliers or screwdriver).
- Feed new cable in the same routing, attach at transmission and shifter ends, and secure clips/grommets.
- Adjust new cable per the procedures above and test thoroughly.

- Final checks and testing
- Cycle through all gears with engine off, then start engine and test engagement (for both manual and automatic).
- Road test gently, confirming each gear engages cleanly and neutral/park align correctly.
- Re-check fasteners and clips after first short drive.

- Quick troubleshooting tips
- If shifting still feels off after adjusting, inspect for damaged bushings, worn shift linkage, or transmission mount issues—these can mimic a bad cable.
- If a nut won’t budge, apply penetrating oil and wait; use proper size tools to avoid rounding.
- Keep original clips and small parts stored safely during the job; replace if they are damaged.

- Final note on parts
- When ordering a replacement cable, specify vehicle year, model (Chevrolet Aveo T200), transmission type (manual or automatic), and ideally VIN to ensure correct part.
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