Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Driving for Better Fuel Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.
- Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
- Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
- Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.
- When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.
- Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.
- Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
- Combine several trips into a single trip.
- Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size.
- Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.
Engine Oil Life System
The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and
displays the %CHANGE message on the
DIC when it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter.
Remember, the oil ...
Roadside Assistance Program
U.S.: 1-800-243-8872
TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
As the owner of a new Chevrolet, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside
Assistance program.
See Roadside ...
Other materials:
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 e ...
Throttle Body Assembly Replacement
Removal Procedure
Disconnect the throttle body wiring harness connector.
Remove the charge air cooler outlet air hose from
the throttle body. Refer to Charge Air Cooler Outlet
Air Hose Replacement.
Remove the 4 throttle body fasteners (3).
Remo ...
If your vehicle overheats
CAUTION
Never continue driving your Nissan Armada if the engine temperature rises
excessively. Doing so may result in severe engine damage or even a vehicle fire.
To prevent burns, never remove the radiator cap or coolant reservoir
cap while the Nissan Armada engine is hot. Pressurized h ...
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