Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Hill and Mountain Roads
Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include:
- Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape.
- Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission.
- Shift to a lower gear when going down steep or long hills.
Warning
Using the brakes to slow the vehicle on a long downhill slope can cause brake overheating, can reduce brake performance, and could result in a loss of braking. Shift the transmission to a lower gear to let the engine assist the brakes on a steep downhill slope.
Warning
Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) or with the ignition off is dangerous. This can cause overheating of the brakes and loss of steering. Always have the engine running and the vehicle in gear.
- Stay in your own lane. Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane.
- Be alert on top of hills; something could be in your lane (stalled car, accident).
- Pay attention to special road signs (falling rocks area, winding roads, long grades, passing or no-passing zones) and take appropriate action.
Highway Hypnosis
Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving. If you
become tired or sleepy, find a safe place to park the vehicle and rest.
Other driving tips include:
Keep the vehicle ...
Winter Driving
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Other materials:
Engine Front Cover Gasket Installation
Clean the sealing surfaces and remove all remains of old sealing compound
material.
Note: The thickness of the sealing bead should be 2 mm (0.0787 in).
Apply sealing compound to the shown areas (1) and (2). Refer to Adhesives,
Fluids ...
Knock Sensor Replacement
Knock Sensor Replacement
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Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Disconnect battery negative cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to
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Backup Lamp Switch Replacement
Backup Lamp Switch Replacement
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Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
Without draining the coolant or removing ...
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