Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Braking
Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is reaction time.
Average driver reaction time is about three-quarters of a second. In that time, a vehicle moving at 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20m (66 ft), which could be a lot of distance in an emergency.
Helpful braking tips to keep in mind include:
- Keep enough distance between you and the vehicle in front of you.
- Avoid needless heavy braking.
- Keep pace with traffic.
If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is being driven, brake normally but do not pump the brakes. Doing so could make the pedal harder to push down. If the engine stops, there will be some power brake assist but it will be used when the brake is applied. Once the power assist is used up, it can take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push.
Control of a Vehicle
Braking, steering, and accelerating are important factors in helping to control
a vehicle while driving. ...
Steering
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Other materials:
Remote Control Door Lock Receiver Replacement
Remote Control Door Lock Receiver Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the windshield outside moisture sensor cover. Refer to
Windshield Outside Moisture Sensor Cover Replacement.
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Airbag Instrument Panel Module Replacement
Airbag Instrument Panel Module Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage
Warning.
Warning: Refer to SIR Warning.
Preliminary Procedure
Disable t ...
Tire Pressure Indicator Sensor Replacement
Removal Procedure
Raise the vehicle on a suitable support. Refer to Lifting and Jacking
the Vehicle.
Remove the tire/wheel assembly from the vehicle. Refer to Tire and Wheel
Removal and Installation.
Dismount the tire from the rim. Refer to Tire Dismounting and Mounting. ...
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