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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Outside Rearview Mirror Glass Replacement
Removal Procedure
Warning: Approved safety glasses and gloves should be worn
when performing this procedure to reduce the chance of personal injury.
Place masking tape over the mirror glass.
Carefully push the outside rearview mirror glass upward and int ...
Engine Front Cover and Oil Pump Assemble
Oil Pump Installation
Note: The oil pump slide spring and pin, as well as the slide
seal and slide seal spring can be ordered as single parts. All other
oil pump components can only be ordered as a replacement kit.
Install the oil pump components in the fo ...
Engine Control Module Description
The Engine Control Module (ECM) interacts with many emission related components
and systems, and monitors emission related components and systems for deterioration.
OBD II diagnostics monitor the system performance and a diagnostic trouble code
(DTC) sets if the system performance degrades. Th ...
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