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:
Body Control Module Replacement
Body Control Module Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the instrument panel lower trim pad cover. Refer to Instrument
Panel Lower Trim Pad Cover Replacement
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Body C ...
Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Cleaning and Inspection
Special Tools
EN-470-B Angular Torque Wrench
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Visual Inspection And Cleaning Procedure
Connecting Rod
Warning: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air in
order to prevent eye injury.
Clean the connecting rod ...
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor Replacement
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
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