Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Special Application Services
- Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis components every 5 000 km/ 3,000 mi.
- Have underbody flushing service performed. See "Underbody Maintenance" in Exterior Care.
Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 km/ 7,500 mi
Rotate the tires, if recommended for the vehicle, and perform the following services.
See Tire Rotation.
Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. If needed, change engine
oil and filte ...
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 ...
Other materials:
Brake Fluid
The brake/clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid as
indicated on the reservoir cap. See Engine Compartment Overview for
the location of the reservoir.
There are only two reasons why the fluid level in the reservoir might go down:
The fluid level goes down ...
Brake Rotor Assembled Lateral Runout Correction - On Vehicle Lathe
Special Tools
CH-45101-100 Conical Brake Rotor Washers
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
Note:
Brake rotor thickness variation MUST be checked before checking
for assembled lateral runout (LRO). Thickness ...
Crankcase Ventilation System Inspection/Diagnosis
Results of Incorrect Operation
A plugged positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) orifice or hose may cause
the following conditions:
Rough idle
Stalling or slow idle speed
Oil leaks
Oil in the throttle body
Sludge in the engine
Functional Check
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