Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Engine Oil Life System

What to Do with Used Oil

Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap ...

When to Change Engine Oil

This vehicle has a computer system that indicates when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on a combination of factors which include engine revolutions, engine temperature, and mile ...

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Additional Storage Features
Cargo Cover (Hatchback) Warning An unsecured cargo cover could strike people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Store the cargo cover securely or remove it from the vehicle. The cargo cover can be used to cover items in the rear of the vehicle. To remove the cargo cover: 1. Remove both ...

Tire and Wheel Balancing (Collet Cone Selection)
Important: Never use the hub cap bore to center the wheel onto the balancer. The pilot bore (on the hub side of the wheel) is machined to be concentric to very tight non - standard tolerances. The bottom cap bore is not machined to this same degree of precision. Accurate mac ...

Engine Front Cover and Oil Pump Cleaning and Inspection
Engine Front Cover Cleaning Procedure Clean the engine front cover sealing surface. Warning: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air in order to prevent eye injury. Caution: To ensure proper engine lubrication, clean clogged or contaminated oil g ...