Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Winter Driving

Hill and Mountain Roads

Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include: Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape. Che ...

Driving on Snow or Ice

Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating less traction or grip. Wet ice can occur at about 0°C (32°F) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting in e ...

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Charging System Light
This light will come on briefly when the ignition is turned on, and the engine is not running, as a check to show it is working. It should go out when the engine is started. If it stays on, or comes on while driving, there may be a problem with the electrical charging system. Have it checked ...

High-Beam Headlamp/ Low-Beam Headlamp
1. Open the hood. See Hood. 2. For the driver side bulb, remove the windshield washer bottle filler neck by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise and pulling it straight up and out of the bottle. 3. Remove the headlamp bulb access cover. 4. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and pull str ...

Ignition and Start Switch Replacement
Ignition and Start Switch Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedures Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection. Remove the ignition and start switch ...