Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Rocking the Vehicle to Get it Out
Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels. Turn off any traction system. Shift back and forth between R (Reverse) and a low forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. To prevent transmission wear, wait until the wheels stop spinning before shifting gears. Release the accelerator pedal while shifting, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear. Slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that could free the vehicle. If that does not get the vehicle out after a few tries, it might need to be towed out. If the vehicle does need to be towed out, see Towing the Vehicle.
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand,
mud, ice, or snow.
If stuck too severely for the traction system to free the vehicle, turn the traction
system off an ...
Vehicle Load Limits
It is very important to know how much weight the vehicle can carry. This weight
is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants,
cargo, and all nonfactory-installed ...
Other materials:
Towing the Vehicle
Caution
Incorrectly towing a disabled vehicle may cause damage. The damage would not
be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not lash or hook to the chassis components
— including the front and rear subframes, suspension control arms, and links — during
towing and recovery of a disabled ve ...
Camshaft Intake and Exhaust Sprocket Replacement
Special Tools
EN-955-A Locking Pin
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement.
Remove the camshaft cover. Refer to Camshaft Cover Replacement.
Remove both camshaft p ...
Fuel Tank Filler Pipe Replacement (Steel Tank)
Removal Procedure
Remove the fuel filler door housing. Refer to
Fuel Tank Filler Door Latch Housing Replacement.
Remove the bracket fastener (1).
Lift and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the fuel tank fille ...
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