Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Cooling System
The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature.
1.4L L4 Engine
1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View) 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap
1.8L L4 Engine
1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View) 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap
Warning
An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
Warning
Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned.
Do not run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could be burned. Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle.
Caution
Using coolant other than DEX-COOL® can cause premature engine, heater core, or radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant could require changing sooner. Any repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always use DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant in the vehicle.
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
To inspect the engine air cleaner/ filter, remove the filter from the vehicle
and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt. If the filter remains
covered with dirt, a new filter is ...
Engine Coolant
The cooling system in the vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL engine coolant. This
coolant is designed to remain in the vehicle for 5 years or 240 000 km (150,000
mi), whichever occurs first.
The fol ...
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Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash
Warning: A crash can damage the safety belt system in the vehicle.
A damaged safety belt system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting
in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure the safety belt
systems are working properly after a crash, have them insp ...
Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement
Special Tools
CH-50559 Wheel Hub/Bearing Remover Kit
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the steering knuckle assembly from the vehicle. Refer to Steering
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Engine Oil Cooler Housing Replacement
Removal Procedure
Drain the engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
Drain the engine oil. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement.
Remove the exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Manifold with Catalytic
Converter Replacement.
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