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 ...
Other materials:
Strut and Shock Absorber Inspection (Shock Absorber)
Note: The shock absorber assembly DOES NOT have to be removed from
the vehicle to perform the following inspection procedure.
Note: A light film of oil on the top portion of the lower shock absorber
tube is normal. DO NOT replace the shock absorber for this condition.
Condition ...
Air Conditioning Evaporator Thermal Expansion Valve Replacement
Air Conditioning Evaporator Thermal Expansion Valve Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
Remove the air conditioning evaporator hos ...
Transmission Fluid Pump Disassemble (6T40/45/50)
Table 1:
Fluid Filter Assembly and Torque Converter Fluid
Seal Disassemble
Table 2:
Fluid Pump Disassemble
Fluid Filter Assembly and Torque
Converter Fluid Seal Disassemble
Fluid Filter Assembly and Torque Converter Fluid Seal Disassemble
...
0.0053