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 ...
Other materials:
Securing Child Restraints (Right Front Passenger Seat)
This vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing
child restraint. See Where to Put the Restraint.
In addition, the vehicle has a passenger sensing system which is designed to
turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain
co ...
Rear Seat Back Cushion Removal and Installation (60%)
Rear Seat Back Cushion Removal and Installation
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Removal
and Installation.
Remove the rear seat center retractor side be ...
Hydraulic Brake System Flushing
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning.
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components
Caution.
Inspect the brake fluid for the following conditions, indicating brake fluid
contamination:
Fluid separation, indicating 2 types of fl ...
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