Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Gasoline Specifications
At a minimum, gasoline should meet ASTM specification D 4814. Some gasolines contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT). We recommend against the use of gasolines containing MMT. See “Prohibited Fuels" in Recommended Fuel.
Recommended Fuel
Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher. If
the octane rating is less than 87, an audible knocking noise may be heard. If this
occurs, use a gasoline rated at 87 ...
California Fuel Requirements
If the vehicle is certified to meet California Emissions Standards, it is designed
to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. See the underhood emission
control label. If this fuel i ...
Other materials:
Air Conditioning (AC) Refrigerant Filter Replacement
Special Tools
GE 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
Remove the air conditioning condenser. Refer to Air Conditioning Condenser
Repl ...
Engine Oil Cooler Inlet Pipe Replacement (LUW)
Removal Procedure
Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
Remove the exhaust manifold with catalytic converter. Refer to Exhaust
Manifold with Catalytic Converter Replacement.
Remove the engine oil cooler pipe bolts (1) an ...
Oil Pump Cleaning and Inspection
Remove the external rotor with the internal rotor.
Visually inspect the components.
Install the external and the internal rotors.
Inspect the axial clearance of the rotors in respect to the control unit
housing upper edge.
Specifications
Permissible measurement is 0.02?E.058 ...
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