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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Transmission
Automatic Transmission Manual Mode This position allows you to change gears similar to a manual transmission. To use this feature: 1. Move the shift lever from D (Drive) rearward to M(Manual Mode). 2. Press the + (plus) end of the button on the side of the shift lever to upshift, or push t ...

Infotainment
Determine which radio the vehicle has and read the following pages to become familiar with its features. Warning Taking your eyes off the road for extended periods could cause a crash resulting in injury or death to you or others. Do not give extended attention to infotainment tasks while dr ...

Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
Warning: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move. ...