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:
Floor Panel Carpet Replacement
Floor Panel Carpet Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Remove front seats. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and
Installation.
Remove rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Removal and ...
Tire Dismounting and Mounting
Caution: Use a tire changing machine in order to dismount tires. Do
not use hand tools or tire irons alone in order to remove the tire from the
wheel. Damage to the tire beads or the wheel rim could result.
Caution: Do not scratch or damage the clear coating on aluminum wheels
wit ...
Camshaft Timing Chain Adjustment
Special Tools
EN-952 Fixing Pin
EN-953–A Fixing Tool
EN-49977?E00 Fixation Sensor Discs
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Remove the ignition coil. Refer to Ignition Coil Replacement.
Remove the camshaft cover. Refer to Camshaft Cover Replacement.
Remove ...
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