Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Hill and Mountain Roads
Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include:
- Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape.
- Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission.
- Shift to a lower gear when going down steep or long hills.
Warning
Using the brakes to slow the vehicle on a long downhill slope can cause brake overheating, can reduce brake performance, and could result in a loss of braking. Shift the transmission to a lower gear to let the engine assist the brakes on a steep downhill slope.
Warning
Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) or with the ignition off is dangerous. This can cause overheating of the brakes and loss of steering. Always have the engine running and the vehicle in gear.
- Stay in your own lane. Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane.
- Be alert on top of hills; something could be in your lane (stalled car, accident).
- Pay attention to special road signs (falling rocks area, winding roads, long grades, passing or no-passing zones) and take appropriate action.
Highway Hypnosis
Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving. If you
become tired or sleepy, find a safe place to park the vehicle and rest.
Other driving tips include:
Keep the vehicle ...
Winter Driving
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Other materials:
Rear Compartment Lid Applique Replacement
Rear Compartment Lid Applique Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Open and support the rear compartment lid.
Remove the rear compartment lid inner panel trim. Refer to Rear
Compartment Lid Inner Panel ...
Front Floor Console Extension Replacement - Left Side
Front Floor Console Extension Replacement - Left Side
Callout
Component Name
1
Front Floor Console Extension Push-In Retainer
2
Front Floor Console Extension
Procedure
Use a flat bladed ...
Timing Belt Removal
Special Tools
EN-6333 Locking Pin
EN-6340 Locking Tool
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Note: The timing belt drive gear and oil pump housing must align.
Turn the crankshaft in the direction of engine rotation, by the crankshaft
balancer bolt ...
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