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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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
The RKE transmitter may work up to 60m (195 ft) away from the vehicle. The RKE transmitter can have one of the two symbols for the remote trunk release. With Remote Start Shown Press the key release button to extend the key blade. The key can be used for the ignition and all locks. Press ...

Manual Mode
To use this feature: 1. Move the shift lever from D (Drive) rearward to M(Manual Mode). While driving in manual mode, the transmission will remain in the driver selected gear. When coming to a stop in the manual position, the vehicle will automatically shift into 1 (First) gear. 2. Press th ...

Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module Replacement
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module Replacement Callout Component Name Warning: Refer to SIR Warning. Warning: Do not strike or jolt the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM). Before apply ...