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.
See Roadside ...
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Disarming the System
To disarm the system, either unlock the doors using the RKE transmitter, or start
the vehicle with a recognized transmitter in the vehicle.
To avoid setting off the alarm by accident:
Press on the RKE transmitter.
Start the vehicle.
To avoid setting off the alarm by accident:
Lock t ...
Cruise Control
If the vehicle is equipped with cruise control, a speed of about 40 km/h (25
mph) or more can be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator. Cruise
control does not work at speeds below 40 km/h (25 mph).
Warning
Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a st ...
Front Side Door Trim Replacement
Front Side Door Trim Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the front side door upper front trim panel. Refer to Front Side
Door Upper Front Trim Panel Replacement.
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