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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What to Use
Warning
Adding only plain water or some other liquid to the cooling system can be
dangerous. Plain water and other liquids, can boil before the proper coolant mixture
will. The coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain
water or the wrong mixture, the engine coul ...
Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (LUV)
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Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement
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Preliminary Procedures
Drain the engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet
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Engine Block Assemble
Install the 4 piston oil nozzles (1).
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution.
Install the 4 piston oil nozzle bolts (2) and tighten to 25 Y (18 lb ft).
Install the knock sensor (2).
Install the knock se ...
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