Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Defensive Driving
Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The first step in driving defensively is to wear the safety belt. See Safety Belts.
- Assume that other road users (pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers) are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do and be ready.
- Allow enough following distance between you and the driver in front of you.
- Focus on the task of driving.
Distracted Driving
Distraction comes in many forms and can take your focus from the task of driving.
Exercise good judgment and do not let other activities divert your attention away
from the road. Many local govern ...
Drunk Driving
Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a global tragedy.
Warning
Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness,
and judgment can be affec ...
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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 these in the proper place.
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools
1. Return the jack and tools to their or ...
Steering Column in Lock Position Caution
Caution: With wheels of the vehicle facing straight ahead, secure
the steering wheel utilizing steering column anti-rotation pin, steering column
lock, or a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will prevent
damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR system. The ste ...
Timing Belt Inspection
Special Tools
EN-6340 Locking Tool
EN-6628-A Locking Tool
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Remove the timing belt upper front cover. Refer to Timing Belt Upper
Front Cover Removal.
Set the crankshaft balancer in the ...
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