Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Driving for Better Fuel Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.
- Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
- Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
- Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.
- When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.
- Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.
- Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
- Combine several trips into a single trip.
- Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size.
- Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.
Engine Oil Life System
The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and
displays the %CHANGE message on the
DIC when it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter.
Remember, the oil ...
Roadside Assistance Program
U.S.: 1-800-243-8872
TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
As the owner of a new Chevrolet, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside
Assistance program.
See Roadside ...
Other materials:
Catalytic Converter Replacement (LUV)
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning.
Warning: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Warning.
Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Heat
Shield Replacement.
Remove the catalytic converter heated oxygen senso ...
Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Replacement (LUV)
Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning.
1
Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Fasteners (Qty: 4)
Caution: Refer ...
Charge Air Cooler Outlet Air Hose Replacement
Removal Procedure
Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement.
Loosen the clamp (1) at the charge air cooler outlet pipe (2) to throttle
body (3).
Disconnect the intake air pressure and temperature sensor harness connect ...
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