Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Recommended Fluids

Additional Maintenance and Care

Your vehicle is an important investment and caring for it properly may help to avoid future costly repairs. To maintain vehicle performance, additional maintenance services may be required. It is ...

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. ...

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Driving for Better Fuel Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible. Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly. Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops. Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time. When road and weather conditions are appropriate, ...

Coolant System Flushing
Note: Do not use a chemical flush. Store used coolant in the proper manner, such as in a used engine coolant holding tank. Do not pour used coolant down a drain. Ethylene glycol antifreeze is a very toxic chemical. Do not dispose of coolant into the sewer system or groun ...

Main Shaft Assemble (Gen 1)
Special Tools 3-0207944 Main Shaft Tapered Bearing Insert Tool For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools. Install the 4th gear bearing assembly (1). Note: The 3rd gear blocking ring lugs must be aligned with the 3rd/4th gear synchronizer assembly groov ...