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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Battery Load Management
The vehicle has Electric Power Management (EPM) that estimates the battery's temperature and state of charge. It then adjusts the voltage for best performance and extended life of the battery. When the battery's state of charge is low, the voltage is raised slightly to quickly bring t ...

Turbocharger Cleaning and Inspection
Cleaning Procedure Clean all sealing surfaces. Clean all threads if necessary. Inspection Procedure Inspect the wastegate regulator mechanism (1) for functionality. Inspect the turbine blades for damage or foreign material. Inspect the t ...

Park - Engine Running (Gen 1)
When the gear selector lever is in the Park (P) position, fluid is drawn into the pump through the transmission fluid filter assembly. Line pressure is then directed to the following valves: Fluid Pressure Directed in Preparation for a Shift Manual Valve Mechanically controlled ...