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 ...

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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
The RKE transmitter may work up to 60?€‰m (195?€‰ft) away from the vehicle. Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System. RKE without Remote Start Shown The following buttons are on the transmitter: Q ...

Differential Case Disassemble
Special Tools 6-9607346 Sensor Ring Gear Puller J-810704 Steering Column Center Bar Puller J-810721 Axle Shaft Seal Remover Support Base R-0006749 Support Base R-0407011 Bearing Race Remover R-0007761 Universal Handle for Pullers and Installers S-9407195 Pinion Gear Case Bearing ...

Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection
Valve Cleaning and Inspection Warning: Bodily injury may occur if the cleaning solvent is inhaled or exposed to the skin. Note: Do not scratch the valve stem with the wire brush. Clean the valves of carbon, oil and varnish. Carbon can be remove ...