Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Starter Switch Check
Warning
When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured.
1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the vehicle.
2. Apply both the parking brake and the regular brake.
Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts.
3. For automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle should start only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your dealer for service.
For manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever in Neutral, push the clutch pedal down halfway, and try to start the engine. The vehicle should start only when the clutch pedal is pushed down all the way to the floor. If the vehicle starts when the clutch pedal is not pushed all the way down, contact your dealer for service.
Vehicle Storage
Warning
Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You can be
badly hurt if you are not careful. See Jump Starting for tips on working
around a battery without getting ...
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
Warning
When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the
vehicle moves, you or others could be injured.
1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room aroun ...
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When to Add Engine Oil
1.8L Shown, 1.4L Similar
If the oil is below the minimum mark on the dipstick, add 1 L (1 qt) of the recommended
oil and then recheck the level. See “Selecting the Right Engine Oil” in this section
for an explanation of what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity,
see Cap ...
Brake Fluid
The brake/clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid as
indicated on the reservoir cap. See Engine Compartment Overview for the location
of the reservoir.
There are only two reasons why the fluid level in the reservoir might go down:
The fluid level goes down b ...
Secondary Air Injection Pump Replacement
Secondary Air Injection Pump Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Secondary Air Injection Pump Inlet Pipe
Note: Squeeze the retainer on opposite sides to release.
2
Secondary ...
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