Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Checking Coolant
The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level.
It is normal to see coolant moving in the upper coolant hose return line when the engine is running.
Check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down.
If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at or above the mark pointed to, add a 50/50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant.
Be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done.
What to Use
Warning
Adding only plain water or some other liquid to the cooling system can be
dangerous. Plain water and other liquids, can boil before the proper coolant mixture
will. The coolant warning sy ...
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
Caution
This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure. Failure to follow this
procedure could cause the engine to overheat and be severely damaged.
If no problem is found, check to see if coo ...
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What to Do with Used Oil
Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin
and could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long.
Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly
dispose of clothing or rags containing used en ...
Headlamp Switch Replacement
Headlamp Switch Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the instrument panel lower trim pad cover. Refer to Instrument
Panel Lower Trim Pad Cover Replacement
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Headlamp S ...
Brake Drum Diameter Measurement
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
Remove brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement
Clean the brake shoe lining contact surface of the brake drum (2) with denatured
alcohol or an equivalent approved brake cleaner.
Using a brake drum micrometer (1) calibra ...
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