Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Cooling System
The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature.
1.4L L4 Engine
1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View) 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap
1.8L L4 Engine
1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View) 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap
Warning
An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
Warning
Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned.
Do not run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could be burned. Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle.
Caution
Using coolant other than DEX-COOL® can cause premature engine, heater core, or radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant could require changing sooner. Any repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always use DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant in the vehicle.
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
To inspect the engine air cleaner/ filter, remove the filter from the vehicle
and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt. If the filter remains
covered with dirt, a new filter is ...
Engine Coolant
The cooling system in the vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL engine coolant. This
coolant is designed to remain in the vehicle for 5 years or 240 000 km (150,000
mi), whichever occurs first.
The fol ...
Other materials:
Turbocharger Installation
Special Tool
EN-49942 Holding Wrench
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Clean the sealing surfaces.
Replace the connect fittings on the turbocharger coolant feed pipe and the
turbocharger coolant return pipe. Refer to Turbocharger Disassemble and Turbocharger
Ass ...
Filling the Tank
Warning
Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn violently and can cause injury or death.
. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions
on the fuel pump island.
. Turn off the engine when refueling.
. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away from fuel.
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Evaporative Emission System Hose/Pipe Replacement
Special Tools
CH-807 Closure Plugs
CH-6015 Closure Plugs
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Warning.
Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnec ...