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:
Aluminum Wheel Porosity Repair
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
Inflate the tire to the manufacturer specified pressure as stated on the
tire.
Submerge the tire/wheel into a water bath in order t ...
Wheel Drive Shaft Inner Joint Inspection
Inspection Procedure
Remove the front wheel drive shaft inner joint and boot. Refer to Front
Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement.
Remove the wheel drive shaft tripod bushing (1) from the tripod housing (3).
Remove the wheel drive shaft tripod housi ...
Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (LDE, LUW)
Special Tools
BO-38185 Hose Clamp Pliers
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
Disengage the heater inlet hose quick connect clip (1) at the heater
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