Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Engine Oil Life System

What to Do with Used Oil

Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap ...

When to Change Engine Oil

This vehicle has a computer system that indicates when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on a combination of factors which include engine revolutions, engine temperature, and mile ...

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Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. Fully functional DRL are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada. This indicator light turns on in the instrument cluster when the DRL are on. A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL wo ...

Starting System Description and Operation
The starter motors are non-repairable starter motors. They have pole pieces that are arranged around the armature. Both solenoid windings are energized. The pull-in winding circuit is completed to the ground through the starter motor. The windings work together magnetically to pull and hold in ...

Front Differential Carrier Cleaning and Inspection
Front Differential Carrier Cleaning and Inspection Callout Component Name Caution: After cleaning the transmission components, allow to air dry. Do not use cloth or paper towels in order to dry any transmission compo ...