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:
Strut Assembly Removal and Installation
Special Tools
CH 49375 Strut Rod Nut Socket
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools
Removal Procedure
Remove the air inlet grille panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle. ...
Air Conditioning Compressor and Condenser Hose Replacement (LUW)
Removal Procedure
Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
Disconnect the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor electrical connector.
Remove air conditioning compressor and condenser hose nut (1).
Remove air conditioning compressor ...
Fuel Pump Control Module Programming and Setup
The fuel pump control module must be programmed with the proper calibration software.
The module stores and utilizes this information however if it is not properly configured
with the correct calibration software, the fuel pump control module will not control
all of the vehicle features proper ...
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