Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Driving for Better Fuel Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.
- Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
- Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
- Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.
- When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.
- Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.
- Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
- Combine several trips into a single trip.
- Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size.
- Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.
Engine Oil Life System
The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and
displays the %CHANGE message on the
DIC when it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter.
Remember, the oil ...
Roadside Assistance Program
U.S.: 1-800-243-8872
TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
As the owner of a new Chevrolet, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside
Assistance program.
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Other materials:
Turbocharger Oil Return Pipe Replacement
Removal procedure
Remove the drivetrain and front suspension frame skid plate, if equipped.
Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement.
Note: Simplified Graphic. DO NOT remove the warm up three
way catalytic converter.
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Timing Belt Tensioner Installation
Special Tools
EN-45059 Angle Meter
Clean the timing belt tensioner thread.
Install the timing belt tensioner (2).
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution.
Caution: Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Caution.
Install a NEW timing belt tensioner bolt (1) a ...
Engine Flywheel Installation
Special Tools
EN-652 Flywheel Holder
EN-45059 Torque Angle Sensor Kit
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Clean the thread in the crankshaft.
Install the crankshaft position reluctor ring (1).
Install the flywheel (2).
Install the EN-6 ...
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