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
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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.
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Engine Oil
To ensure proper engine performance and long life, careful attention must be
paid to engine oil. Following these simple, but important steps will help protect
your investment:
Always use engine oil approved to the proper specification and of the proper
viscosity grade. See “Selecting th ...
Underbody Rear Side Rail Extension Replacement
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair
Warning.
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning.
Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer ...
Drive Range, Fifth Gear (Gen 1)
As vehicle speed increases, the transmission control module (TCM) processes input
signals from the automatic transmission input and output speed sensors, the throttle
position sensor and other vehicle sensors to determine the precise moment to command
ON the normally-high 35R pressure control ...
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