Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Driving for Better Fuel Economy

Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual / In Brief / Performance and Maintenance / 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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If the carpet or the pad or insulator is wet, use the following criteria for drying or for replacing the components: For a 1-piece carpet assembly bonded to a cotton or a fiber padding, replace the entire assembly. For a 2-piece carpet assembly with a cotton or a fiber padding, replace ...

Air Conditioning Compressor and Condenser Hose Replacement (LDE/LWE)
Removal Procedure Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging. Disconnect the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor electrical connector. Remove air conditioning compressor and condenser hose nut (1). Remove air conditioning compressor and ...

Engine Mount Replacement - Right Side
.. Engine Mount Replacement - Right Side Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedures Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement. Install the engine support fixture. Refer to Engine Support ...

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