Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Immobilizer

Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement

Removal Procedure Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection. Remove the upper trim cover and the lower trim cover f ...

Immobilizer Description and Operation

The immobilizer system functions are provided by the body control module (BCM) and the engine control module (ECM), as well as any modules which store and report the environment identifier. When ...

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Engine Oil Change
When a %CHANGE message displays in the DIC, have the engine oil and filter changed within the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven under the best conditions, the engine oil life system might not indicate the need for vehicle service for more than a year. The engine oil and filter must be changed ...

Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement (Radiator)
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement - Radiator Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedures Drain the cooling system. Refer to  Cooling System Draining and Filling. 1 Retaining C ...

Drive Range, Third Gear (Gen 1)
As vehicle speed increases and operating conditions become appropriate, the transmission control module (TCM) processes input signals from the automatic transmission input and output speed sensors, the throttle position sensor and other vehicle sensors to determine the precise moment to comman ...