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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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 removes dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air
that is pulled into the vehicle.
T ...
Drum Brake Adjusting Hardware Replacement (J93, J94)
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal
and Installation.
Remove the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum R ...
Brake Pedal Position Sensor Calibration
Calibration Criteria
Note: Do not apply the brake pedal during the brake pedal position
sensor calibration procedure. Any movement of the brake pedal during this
procedure will cause the calibration procedure to fail. If this occurs,
the brake pedal position sensor calibrati ...
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