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.
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Driving on Wet Roads
Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop
and accelerate. Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid
driving through large puddles and deep‐standing or flowing water.
Warning
Wet brakes can cause crashes. They might not work as ...
Tire and Wheel Assembly Runout Measurement - Off Vehicle
Raise and support the vehicle.
Mark the location of the wheels to the wheel studs and mark the specific
vehicle position on each tire and wheel – LF, LR, RF, RR.
Remove the tire and wheel assemblies from the vehicle.
Closely inspect each tire for proper and even bead seating.
If an ...
Charge Air Cooler Outlet Air Hose Replacement
Removal Procedure
Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement.
Loosen the clamp (1) at the charge air cooler outlet pipe (2) to throttle
body (3).
Disconnect the intake air pressure and temperature sensor harness connect ...
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