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:
Hood
To open the hood:
1. Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle. It is located on the lower
left side of the instrument panel.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and move the secondary hood release lever toward
the right side of the vehicle.
3. Lift the hood and release the hood pro ...
Front Side Door Window Weatherstrip Replacement
Front Side Door Window Weatherstrip Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Remove front side door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim
Replacement.
Remove the outside rearview mirror. Refer to Outs ...
Hydraulic Valve Lash Adjuster Arm Replacement
Hydraulic Valve Lash Adjuster Arm Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Remove the intake camshaft. Refer to Intake Camshaft Replacement.
Remove the exhaust camshaft. Refer to Exhaust Camshaft Replaceme ...
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