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:
Liftgate Strut Replacement
Liftgate Strut Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Liftgate Strut
Warning: When a lift gate hold open device is being removed
or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of
damage ...
Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning.
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components
Caution.
Visually inspect the brake fluid level through the brake master cylinder
reservoir.
If the brake fluid level is at or below the half-full point ...
Turbocharger Coolant Return Pipe Replacement (LUV)
Turbocharger Coolant Return Pipe Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the turbocharger. Refer to Turbocharger Replacement.
1
Turbocharger Fastener
Caution: Refer t ...
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