Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Compact Spare Tire
Warning
Driving with more than one compact spare tire at a time could result in loss of braking and handling. This could lead to a crash and you or others could be injured. Use only one compact spare tire at a time.
If this vehicle has a compact spare tire, it was fully inflated when new; however, it can lose air over time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 420 kPa (60 psi).
Stop as soon as possible and check that the spare tire is correctly inflated after being installed on the vehicle. The compact spare tire is designed for temporary use only. The vehicle will perform differently with the spare tire installed and it is recommended that the vehicle speed be limited to 80 km/h (50 mph). To conserve the tread of the spare tire, have the standard tire repaired or replaced as soon as convenient and return the spare tire to the storage area.
When using a compact spare tire, the ABS and Traction Control systems may engage until the spare tire is recognized by the vehicle, especially on slippery roads. Adjust driving to reduce possible wheel slip.
Caution
When the compact spare is installed, do not take the vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails which can damage the tire, wheel, and other parts of the vehicle.
Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles.
Do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires. They will not fit. Keep the spare tire and its wheel together.
Caution
Tire chains will not fit the compact spare. Using them can damage the vehicle and the chains. Do not use tire chains on the compact spare.
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
Warning
Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of
the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could
strike someone. Store all t ...
Jump Starting
For more information about the vehicle battery, see Battery.
If the battery has run down, try to use another vehicle and some jumper cables
to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps ...
Other materials:
Interior Lighting
Dome Lamps
The dome lamp controls are in the headliner above the rear seats.
: Press to turn the lamps off, even
when a door is open.
: When the button is returned to
the middle position, the lamps turn on automatically when a door is opened.
: Press to turn on the dome lamps.
Reading ...
Battery Positive Cable Replacement
Removal Procedure
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnection and Connection.
Remove the underhood fuse block cover.
Remove the battery positive nut (1) and the battery positive cable (2),
from the underhood fus ...
Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement (LUW)
Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning.
Preliminary Procedures
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative
Cable Disco ...
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