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 ...
Other materials:
Front Side Door Lock Cylinder Coding (Free Wheeling)
Special Tools
BO-49753 Assembly Tool
The door lock cylinder uses 8 of the 8 cut positions. The tumbler positions are
staggered from side to side, 4 on one side and 4 on the other, are not self-retaining,
and are not snap in.
Note: All lock cylinders for side milled keys ha ...
Rear Side Door Window Switch Replacement
Rear Side Door Window Switch Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the rear side door window switch bezel. Refer to Rear Side Door
Window Switch Bezel Replacement.
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Re ...
Engine Replacement (Manual Transmission)
Special Tools
J-45859 Wheel Drive Shaft Remover .
CH-807 Closure Plugs .
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Remove the battery and battery tray. Refer to
Battery Tray Replacement.
Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to
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