Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: When to Add Engine Oil
1.8L Shown, 1.4L Similar
If the oil is below the minimum mark on the dipstick, add 1 L (1 qt) of the recommended oil and then recheck the level. See “Selecting the Right Engine Oil” in this section for an explanation of what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifications.
Caution
Do not add too much oil. Oil levels above or below the acceptable operating range shown on the dipstick are harmful to the engine. If you find that you have an oil level above the operating range, i.e., the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range, the engine could be damaged. You should drain out the excess oil or limit driving of the vehicle and seek a service professional to remove the excess amount of oil.
See Engine Compartment Overview for the location of the engine oil fill cap.
Add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way back in when through.
Checking Engine Oil
It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to
get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground.
The engine oil dipstick handle ...
Selecting the Right Engine Oil
Selecting the right engine oil depends on both the proper oil specification and
viscosity grade. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.
Specification
Use and ask for licensed engine oils with the ...
Other materials:
Cleanliness and Care
An automobile engine is a combination of many machined, honed, polished, and
lapped surfaces with tolerances that are measured in ten thousandths of an inch.
When any internal engine parts are serviced, care and cleanliness are important.
A liberal coating of engine oil should be applied to fr ...
Engine Oil Cooler Replacement
Removal Procedure
Disconnect battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection
and Connection.
Drain engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling
Remove the turbocharger oil feed pipe. Refer to Turbocharger Oil Feed
Pipe Replacement ...
Evaporative Emission System Hose/Pipe Replacement
Removal Procedure
Disconnect the evaporative emission pipe (1). Refer to Plastic Collar
Quick Connect Fitting Service.
Remove the plastic retainer (1) and disconnect the evaporative emission
pipe (2).
Lift and support t ...
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