Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: What to Use
Warning
Adding only plain water or some other liquid to the cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water and other liquids, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. The coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, the engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning. The engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned. Use a 50/ 50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant.
Use a 50/50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant. This mixture:
- Gives freezing protection down to −37°C (−34°F), outside temperature.
- Gives boiling protection up to 129°C (265°F), engine temperature.
- Protects against rust and corrosion.
- Will not damage aluminum parts.
- Helps keep the proper engine temperature.
Caution
If improper coolant mixture, inhibitors, or additives are used in the vehicle cooling system, the engine could overheat and be damaged. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack engine cooling parts. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Use only the proper mixture of engine coolant for the cooling system. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.
Never dispose of engine coolant by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the ground, or into sewers, streams, or bodies of water. Have the coolant changed by an authorized service center, familiar with legal requirements regarding used coolant disposal. This will help protect the environment and your health.
Engine Coolant
The cooling system in the vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL engine coolant. This
coolant is designed to remain in the vehicle for 5 years or 240 000 km (150,000
mi), whichever occurs first.
The fol ...
Checking Coolant
The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level.
It is normal to see coolant moving in the upper coolant hose return line when
the engine is running.
Check to see if coolant ...
Other materials:
Fabric/Carpet/Suede
Start by vacuuming the surface using a soft brush attachment. If a rotating brush
attachment is being used during vacuuming, only use it on the floor carpet. Before
cleaning, gently remove as much of the soil as possible using one of the following
techniques:
Gently blot liquids with a pap ...
Instrument Panel Accessory Upper Trim Plate Replacement
Instrument Panel Accessory Upper Trim Plate Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the instrument panel center molding. Refer to Instrument Panel
Center Molding Replacement.
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Intake Manifold Cleaning and Inspection
Clean the intake manifold mating surfaces.
Inspect the intake manifold (2) for damage.
Inspect the intake manifold for cracks near metallic inserts.
Inspect the crankcase ventilation passages in the intake manifold face for
blockage.
Warning: Wear safety glasses in or ...
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