Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: If the Vehicle Is Stuck
Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
If stuck too severely for the traction system to free the vehicle, turn the traction system off and use the rocking method. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control.
Warning
If the vehicle's tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you or others could be injured. The vehicle can overheat, causing an engine compartment fire or other damage. Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 56 km/h (35 mph).
Blizzard Conditions
Being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with the vehicle unless
there is help nearby. If possible, use Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance
Program. To get help and keep every ...
Rocking the Vehicle to Get it Out
Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels.
Turn off any traction system. Shift back and forth between R (Reverse) and a low
forward gear, spinning the wheels ...
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Transmission
Automatic Transmission
Manual Mode
This position allows you to change gears similar to a manual transmission. To
use this feature:
1. Move the shift lever from D (Drive) rearward to M(Manual Mode).
2. Press the + (plus) end of the button on the side of the shift lever to upshift,
or push t ...
Communication Interface Module Replacement
Communication Interface Module Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the instrument panel lower compartment.
Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Compartment
Replacement.
Remove the instrument pa ...
Wheel Drive Shafts Description and Operation
Front wheel drive axles are flexible assemblies.
Front wheel drive axles consist of the following components:
A front wheel drive shaft tripot joint (inner joint)
A front wheel drive shaft constant velocity joint (outer joint)
A front wheel drive shaft
The front wheel drive shaft connec ...
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