what makes a 1992 gmc sonoma 5 speed tramission quit when it gets hot
75w90 gear oil
If it has an A/T there are two. An inlet and a outlet. If it is manual transmission, no.
Syncromesh Transmission Fluid, you can only get it at the dealerships and it's about $15.00 a quart.
According to my Haynes repair manual : For a 1994 Ford Explorer A4LD automatic transmission : ( MERCON automatic transmission fluid is used )
2 quarts
The fluid capacity of a 1996 GMC Sonoma manual transmission is approximately 4 quarts (or about 3.8 liters) when filled with the appropriate transmission fluid. It's important to use the recommended fluid type, which is typically GM Synchromesh or an equivalent. Always check the owner's manual for specific recommendations and to ensure proper maintenance.
Down the dipstick tube.
and automatic transmission does not require tranny fluid, as it is a "manual" and not automatic
The GMC Sonoma 2.2 litre manual transmission hold 12 quarts of transmission gear oil. Keep in mind there is a big difference between gear oil and automatic transmission fluid.
manual recommends Dot 3.
it is right above the drain plug onnthe bottom of the tranny
The owners manual for my '95 Sonoma 2.2L, 5 speed, indicates DexronIII/Mercon not gear oil, so the switch must have been 1995 or earlier.