Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Ride Control Systems

Hill Start Assist (HSA)

This vehicle has an HSA feature, which may be useful when the vehicle is stopped on a grade. This feature is designed to prevent the vehicle from rolling, either forward or rearward, during vehicl ...

System Operation

The vehicle has a Traction Control System (TCS) and StabiliTrak®, an electronic stability control system. These systems help limit wheel slip and assist the driver in maintaining control, especia ...

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Brake Rotor Surface and Wear Inspection
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning. If the inboard friction surface of the brake rotor is not accessible, reposition and support the caliper with the brake pads. Refer to Front Disc Brake Pads Replacement. Clean the friction surfaces of the brake rotor with denatured alcohol, or ...

Water Inlet Replacement (LUW)
Removal Procedure Drain the engine coolant system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling. Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor connector (1). Remove the radiator outlet hose connector clip (2) and the radiator outlet hose  ...

Engine Front Cover and Oil Pump Installation
Special Tools EN-952 Fixing Pin EN-953-A Fixing Tool EN-49977-100 Transmitter Disc Fixation EN-49977-200 Fixing Tool For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools. Note: Mind the guide sleeves when installing engine front cover. Install the engine front ...