Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Brakes

Manual Transmission

The vehicle may be equipped with a 5-speed or 6-speed manual transmission. Caution Shifting the vehicle initially into any gear other than 1 (First) or R (Reverse) can damage the clutch. Shift t ...

Antilock Brake System (ABS)

This vehicle has ABS, an advanced electronic braking system that helps prevent a braking skid. When the vehicle begins to drive away, ABS checks itself. A momentary motor or clicking noise might b ...

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New Vehicle Break-In
Caution The vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: . Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for the first 805 km (500 mi). Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to brake or slo ...

Instrument Panel Tie Bar Replacement
Removal Procedure Remove the Instrument panel assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement. Remove the steering column and wheel from the vehicle. Refer to Steering Column Replacement. Remove the air inlet grill panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacem ...

Range Selector Lever Cable Bracket Replacement
Removal Procedure Set the park brake and chock the wheels. Disconnect the range selector cable end (1) from the range selector lever. Disconnect the range selector cable (2) from the range selector cable bracket. Remove the transmission rang ...