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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Headlamp Aiming
Visual Aiming Preparation Procedure Note: Some state and local laws specify requirements for headlamp aim. Comply with all of these laws when performing any headlamp aiming operations. Headlamp aim should be checked: When a new headlamp capsule is installed. If ser ...

Crankshaft Balancer Installation
Special Tools EN-470–B Angular Torque Wrench EN-956?E Extension EN-49979 Crankshaft Shock Mount Retainer For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools. Note: The crankshaft balancer flange must fit to the hexagon of the oil pump rotor (2) and to the two ...

Automatic Transmission Flex Plate Removal
Special Tools EN-652 Automatic Transmission Flex Plate Holder For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools. Install the EN-652 holder  (1) to hold the automatic transmission flex plate (2). Loosen the 6 automatic transmission flex plate bolts. Re ...