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Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: 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, especially on slippery road conditions.

TCS activates if it senses that any of the drive wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction. When this happens, TCS applies the brakes to the spinning wheels and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin.

StabiliTrak activates when the vehicle senses a difference between the intended path and the direction the vehicle is actually traveling. StabiliTrak selectively applies braking pressure to any one of the vehicle wheel brakes to assist the driver in keeping the vehicle on the intended path.

If cruise control is being used and traction control or StabiliTrak begins to limit wheel spin, cruise control will disengage. Cruise control may be turned back on when road conditions allow.

Both systems come on automatically when the vehicle is started and begins to move. The systems may be heard or felt while they are operating or while performing diagnostic checks. This is normal and does not mean there is a problem with the vehicle.

It is recommended to leave both systems on for normal driving conditions, but it may be necessary to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. See If the Vehicle Is Stuck  and “Turning the Systems Off and On” later in this section.

The indicator light for both systems is in the instrument cluster. This light


The indicator light for both systems is in the instrument cluster. This light will:

If either system fails to turn on or to activate, a message displays in the Driver Information Center (DIC), and on and stays on to indicate that the system is inactive and is not assisting the comes
on and stays on to indicate that the system is inactive and is not assisting the driver in maintaining control. The vehicle is safe to drive, but driving should be adjusted accordingly.

If 1. Stop the vehicle. comes on and stays on:


1. Stop the vehicle.

2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 seconds.

3. Start the engine.

Drive the vehicle. If stays on, the vehicle may need more time to diagnose the problem. If the condition comes on and
stays on, the vehicle may need more time to diagnose the problem. If the condition persists, see your dealer.

Ride Control Systems
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control ...

Turning the Systems Off and On
The button for TCS and StabiliTrak is on the center console. Caution Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate heavily when TCS is off. The vehicle driveline could be damaged. To turn off only TCS, ...

Other materials:

Washer Fluid
Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. See Engine Compartment Overview  for reservoir location. Caution . Do not use engine coolant (antifreeze) in the windshield washer. It can damage the windshield washer system and paint. . Do not mi ...

Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 km/ 7,500 mi
Rotate the tires, if recommended for the vehicle, and perform the following services. See Tire Rotation. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. If needed, change engine oil and filter, and reset oil life system. See Engine Oil  and Engine Oil Life System. Check engine coo ...

Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) System DTC Table
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) System DTC Table System DTCs Required to Set System Status to YES If an inspection/maintenance system status indicator did not update to yes during the Inspection/Maintenance Complete System Set Pro ...

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