Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Engine Compartment Overview
1.4L L4 Engine
1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter.
2. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil.
3. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View). See Cooling System.
4. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil.
5. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling System.
6. Brake/Clutch Fluid Reservoir. See Brakes and Hydraulic Clutch.
7. Battery.
8. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Washer Fluid.
9. Engine Compartment Fuse Block.
1.8L L4 Engine
1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter.
2. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil.
3. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View). See Cooling System.
4. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil.
5. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling System.
6. Brake/Clutch Fluid Reservoir. See Brakes and Hydraulic Clutch.
7. Battery.
8. Engine Compartment Fuse Block.
9. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Washer Fluid.
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 hoo ...
Engine Oil
To ensure proper engine performance and long life, careful attention must be
paid to engine oil. Following these simple, but important steps will help protect
your investment:
Always use engin ...
Other materials:
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
The tire sealant and compressor kit is located in the rear storage area.
1. Lift the trim cover.
2. Remove the tire sealant canister (1) and the compressor (2).
To store the tire sealant canister and compressor:
1. Attach the sealant/air hose to the sealant canister inlet valve.
2. Return the ...
Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair (Base)
Warning: When applying sound deadeners, or anti-corrosion materials
due care and preventative measures must be exercised to prevent any material
from being sprayed into door and quarter panel mechanisms such as door locks,
window run channels, window regulators and seat belt retractors, ...
Tire and Wheel Assembly Balancing - On-Vehicle
Special Tools
EL-38792-A Electronic Vibration Analyzer (EVA) 2
If after following the tire and wheel vibration diagnostic process, some amount
of tire and wheel vibration is still evident, an on-vehicle high-speed spin balancer
may be used to perform an on-vehicle balance in an attempt ...
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