Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Engine Overheating
The vehicle has an indicator to warn of the engine overheating.
If the decision is made not to lift the hood when this warning appears, get service help right away. See Roadside Assistance Program.
If the decision is made to lift the hood, make sure the vehicle is parked on a level surface.
Then check to see if the engine cooling fan is running. If the engine is overheating, the fan should be running. If it is not, do not continue to run the engine. Have the vehicle serviced.
Caution
Running the engine without coolant may cause damage or a fire. Vehicle damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
Caution
This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure. Failure to follow this
procedure could cause the engine to overheat and be severely damaged.
If no problem is found, check to see if coo ...
If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
Warning
Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open
the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just
turn it off and get everyone aw ...
Other materials:
Hood Ajar Indicator Description and Operation
Hood Ajar Switch
The body control module (BCM) applies B+ to the hood ajar signal circuit
and monitors the voltage to determine the position of the hood. When the hood
is closed, the switch is open and voltage remains high. When the hood is open,
the switch is closed and the voltag ...
Front Side Door Window Rear Guide Replacement
Front Side Door Window Rear Guide Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the front side door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim
Replacement.
1
Front Side Door Win ...
Torque Steer Description
A vehicle pulls or leads in one direction during hard acceleration. A vehicle
pulls or leads in the other direction during deceleration.
The following factors may cause torque steer to be more apparent on a particular
vehicle:
A slightly smaller diameter tire on the right front increa ...
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