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:
Power Door Locks
Select and the following may display:
Auto Door Unlock
Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out
Delayed Door Lock
Auto Door Unlock
Select to set which of the doors will automatically unlock when the vehicle is
shifted into P (Park).
Select All Doors, Driver Door, or Off.
Unlocked Door Anti Lock O ...
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 ...
Camshaft Installation
Special Tools
EN-422 Installer
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Note: Coat with MoS 2 lubricating paste. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids,
Lubricants, and Sealers.
Install the intake camshaft (1).
Note: Note the identification mark ...
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