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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Luggage/Load Locations
Load Compartment (Hatchback)
The load compartment cover can be used to conceal objects under it or removed
and placed on the bottom of the load compartment to carry larger loads.
To remove the load compartment cover:
1. Lift up on the load compartment cover and pull out.
2. Store the load comp ...
Seat Belt Service Precautions
Note: If the vehicle has been in a collision, refer to Repairs
and Inspections Required After a Collision for additional information.
Do not bleach or dye the seat belt webbing. Use only the following items
in order to clean the seat belt webbing:
A mild soap and water ...
Tire Inflation Description
When you inflate the tires to the recommended inflation pressures, the factory-installed
wheels and tires are designed in order to handle loads to the tire's rated load
capacity. Incorrect tire pressures, or under-inflated tires, can cause the following
conditions:
Vehicle handling co ...
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