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:
Rear Compartment Lid Lock Cylinder Coding
The rear compartment lid lock cylinder uses 7 of the 7 cut positions. The tumbler
positions are staggered from side to side, 4 on one side and 3 on the other, are
not self-retaining, and are not snap in.
Note: All lock cylinders for side milled keys have right and left
tum ...
Fuel Tank Filler Door Replacement
Fuel Tank Filler Door Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Fuel Tank Filler Door
Procedure
Position the fuel tank filler door to the full open position. Using light
outward sliding pressure on the filler door, ...
Brake Pedal Assembly Replacement
Removal Procedure
Remove the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement.
Remove the power vacuum brake booster bolts (1).
Remove the brake pedal assembly upper nuts (1)
Remove the brake pedal assembly lower nuts (1)
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