Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Air Vents
Use the air vents located in the center and on the side of the instrument panel to direct the airflow. Move the slats on the center air vents to direct airflow.
Turn the knobs on the side air vents counterclockwise or clockwise to open or close off the airflow.
Operation Tips
- Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the flow of air into the vehicle.
- Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system.
- Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside the vehicle more effectively.
Rear Window and Outside Mirror Defogger
(Rear Window Defogger): Press to
turn the rear window and outside mirror defogger on or off. An indicator light comes
on to show that the feature is on.
The rear window defogger turns off after ...
Maintenance
Air Intake
Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the air intake at the base of the windshield
that can block the flow of air into the vehicle.
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
The filter remov ...
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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.
Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission.
Shift to a lower gear whe ...
Heating and Air Conditioning System Description and Operation
Engine Coolant
Engine coolant is the key element of the heating system. The engine thermostat
controls the normal engine operating coolant temperature. Coolant pumped out
of the engine enters the heater core through the inlet heater hose. The air
flowing through the HVAC module abs ...
Oil Pan Removal
Remove the 16 oil pan bolts (1).
Caution: Pry the oil pan carefully in order to prevent damage
to the transaxle case or the oil pan sealing surfaces.
Place a suitable prying tool to the area shown (1) and carefully pry the
oil pan loose.
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