Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Maintenance
Air Intake
Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the air intake at the base of the windshield that can block the flow of air into the vehicle.
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
The filter removes dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle.
The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance. See Maintenance Schedule. To find out what type of filter to use, see Maintenance Replacement Parts.
1. Open the glove box completely and pull it to remove.
2. Remove the filter cover by unscrewing both sides of the cover.
3. Install the new air filter.
4. Reinstall the air filter cover and glove box in reverse order.
See your dealer if additional assistance is needed.
Air Vents
Use the air vents located in the center and on the side of the instrument panel
to direct the airflow. Move the slats on the center air vents to direct airflow.
Turn the knobs on the side air vents ...
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Brake Pad Inspection
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
Inspect the disc brake pads at regular intervals, or whenever the tire and
wheel assemblies are removed from the vehicle.
If replacement is necessary, always replace disc brake pads in axle sets.
Inspect both edges of the disc brake ...
Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Balancing
Draining Procedure
Note: Drain and measure as much of the refrigerant oil as
possible from the removed compressor.
Drain the oil from both the suction and discharge ports of the removed
compressor into a clean, graduated container. Rotate the compressor sha ...
Evaporative Emission System Hose/Pipe Replacement
Special Tools
CH-807 Closure Plugs
CH-6015 Closure Plugs
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors Warning.
Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnec ...
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