Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
These vehicle accessories may be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off:
- Audio System
- Power Windows
- Sunroof
The power windows and sunroof will continue to work for up to 10 minutes or until any door is opened.
The radio will work when the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY. Once the key is turned from ON/ RUN to LOCK/OFF, the radio will continue to work for 10 minutes after the last input (button press, knob turn) to the radio is detected.
It is possible to turn the radio back on at any time after it has timed out using the Power knob. The radio will be functional for 10 minutes after the last input (button press, knob turn) to the radio is detected.
Engine Heater
The engine heater can provide easier starting and better fuel economy during
engine warm-up in cold weather conditions at or below −18°C (0°F). Vehicles with
an engine heater should be plu ...
Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission)
1. Hold the brake pedal down and set the parking brake. See Parking Brake.
2. Move the shift lever into P (Park) by pressing the button on the shift lever
and pushing the lever all the way toward t ...
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Older Children
Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle safety
belts.
The manufacturer instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight
and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder
belt until the child passes the fit test below: ...
Driving on Snow or Ice
Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating
less traction or grip.
Wet ice can occur at about 0°C (32°F) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting
in even less traction. Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads
can be treated with sa ...
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
This vehicle has ABS, an advanced electronic braking system that helps prevent
a braking skid.
When the vehicle begins to drive away, ABS checks itself.
A momentary motor or clicking noise might be heard while this test is going on,
and it might even be noticed that the brake pedal moves a lit ...
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