Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Questions and Answers About Safety Belts
Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt?
A: You could be— whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. Your chance of being conscious during and after a crash, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.
Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why should I have to wear safety belts?
A: Airbags are supplemental systems only; so they work with safety belts— not instead of them. Whether or not an airbag is provided, all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection.
Also, in nearly all states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts.
Why Safety Belts Work
When riding in a vehicle, you travel as fast as the vehicle does. If the vehicle
stops suddenly, you keep going until something stops you. It could be the windshield,
the instrument panel, or th ...
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
This section is only for people of adult size.
There are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are
different rules for smaller children and infants. If a child will be r ...
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Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
This light comes on briefly when the engine is started.
If the light stays on, turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF or if the light comes on,
stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again
to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while driv ...
Certification Label
Label Example
A vehicle-specific Certification label is attached to the vehicle's center pillar
(B-pillar). The label tells the gross weight capacity of the vehicle, called the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle,
all occupants, fuel, and carg ...
Transmission Replacement
Removal Procedure
Remove the battery and battery tray. Refer to
Battery Tray Replacement.
Disconnect the transmission range selector lever cable
terminal (1) from the transmission manual pin.
Press the locking tab forward in order to release
the tran ...
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