Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: California Fuel Requirements
If the vehicle is certified to meet California Emissions Standards, it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. See the underhood emission control label. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California Emissions Standards, the vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance might be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp could turn on and the vehicle may not pass a smog-check test. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp. If this occurs, return to your authorized dealer for diagnosis. If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used, repairs may not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Gasoline Specifications
At a minimum, gasoline should meet ASTM specification D 4814. Some gasolines
contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl
(MMT). We recommend against th ...
Fuels in Foreign Countries
If planning to drive in countries outside the U.S. or Canada, the proper fuel
might be hard to find. Check regional auto club or fuel retail brand websites for
availability in the country where dr ...
Other materials:
Rear Seat Head Restraint Guide Replacement
Rear Seat Head Restraint Guide Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the rear seat head restraint. Refer to Rear Seat Head Restraint
Replacement
1
Rear Seat Head Restra ...
Front Seat Belt Anchor Plate Tensioner Cover Replacement (4 Way)
Front Seat Belt Anchor Plate Tensioner Cover Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Driver or Passenger Seat Belt Tensioner Cover
Procedure
Remove the tensioner cover by pushing downward on the rear and center
o ...
Transmission Fluid Pump, Front Differential Carrier Baffle, and Front Differential
Ring Gear Installation (6T30)
Transmission Fluid Pump, Front Differential Carrier Baffle, and Front
Differential Ring Gear Installation
Callout
Component Name
1
Torque Converter and Differential Housing Seal
2
Fluid Pu ...
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