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 ...
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Connecting and Controlling a USB Drive
The infotainment system can only play back.mp3 and.wma files from a USB drive.
Only the first 2,500 songs are recognized on the device.
When a device is not supported, the message “No supported data found. You can
safely disconnect the device” appears.
Connecting a USB Drive
Connect the US ...
Special Tools
Illustration
Tool Number/Description
CH 21177
J 21177-A
Drum to Brake Shoe Clearance Gauge
CH 41013
J 41013
Rotor Resurfacing Kit
C ...
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). The TPMS is designed
to warn the driver when a low tire pressure condition exists. TPMS sensors are mounted
onto each tire and wheel assembly, excluding the spare tire and wheel assembly.
The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in ...
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