Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: New Vehicle Break-In
Caution
The vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines:
- . Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for the first 805 km (500 mi). Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle.
- . Avoid making hard stops for the first 322 km (200 mi) or so. During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings.
Following break-in, engine speed and load can be gradually increased.
Ignition Positions
The ignition switch has four different positions.
To shift out of P (Park), the ignition must be in ON/RUN and the regular brake
pedal applied.
1 (STOPPING THE ENGINE/LOCK/ OFF): When the vehicl ...
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Engine Heater
The engine heater can provide easier starting and better fuel economy during
engine warm-up in cold weather conditions at or below −18°C (0°F). Vehicles with
an engine heater should be plugged in at least four hours before starting.
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Open the hood and unwrap ...
Dinghy Towing All except RS Model with Automatic Transmission
When dinghy towing a vehicle with an automatic transmission, the vehicle should
be run at the beginning of each day and at each RV fuel stop for about five minutes.
This will ensure proper lubrication of transmission components.
To dinghy tow the vehicle from the front with all four wheels on ...
Turbocharger Oil Feed Pipe Replacement
Removal Procedure
Open the hood.
Disconnect battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection
and Connection.
Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Heat
Shield Replacement.
Remove the turbocharger oil feed p ...
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