Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: New Vehicle Break-In

Notice:

The vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines:

• Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for the first 805 km (500 mi). Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle.
• Avoid making hard stops for the first 322 km (200 mi) or so. During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings.

Following break-in, engine speed and load can be gradually increased.

Jump Starting

For more information about the vehicle battery, see Battery. If the battery has run down, try to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following step ...

Starting System Description and Operation

The starter motors are non-repairable starter motors. They have pole pieces that are arranged around the armature. Both solenoid windings are energized. The pull-in winding circuit is completed to ...

Other materials:

Parking Brake Indicator Switch Replacement
Removal Procedure Remove the front floor console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement. Ensure that the park brake lever is in the fully released position. Disconnect the electrical connector from the park brake warning indicator switch. Remove the par ...

Instrument Panel Lower Trim Pad Cover Replacement (With AAL)
Instrument Panel Lower Trim Pad Cover Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedure Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling. 1 Instrument Panel Lower Trim Pad Fastener ...

Windshield Outside Moisture Sensor Cover Replacement
Windshield Outside Moisture Sensor Cover Replacement Callout Component Name 1 Windshield Outside Moisture Sensor Cover Procedure Grasp the cover in the center and gently slide to the right. ...