Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Engine Coolant
The cooling system in the vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in the vehicle for 5 years or 240 000 km (150,000 mi), whichever occurs first.
The following explains the cooling system and how to check and add coolant when it is low. If there is a problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating.
Cooling System
The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature.
1.4L L4 Engine
1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View)
2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap
1.8L L4 Engin ...
What to Use
Warning
Adding only plain water or some other liquid to the cooling system can be
dangerous. Plain water and other liquids, can boil before the proper coolant mixture
will. The coolant warning sy ...
Other materials:
Vehicle, Engine and Transmission ID and VIN Location, Derivative and Usage
The vehicle identification number (VIN) plate is the legal identifier of the
vehicle. The VIN plate is located on the upper left corner of the instrument panel
(I/P) and can be seen through the windshield from the outside of the vehicle:
Vehicle, Engine and Transmission ID and VIN Loca ...
Evaporative Emission System Hose/Pipe Replacement
Removal Procedure
Disconnect the evaporative emission pipe (1). Refer to Plastic Collar
Quick Connect Fitting Service.
Remove the plastic retainer (1) and disconnect the evaporative emission
pipe (2).
Lift and support t ...
Engine Flywheel Replacement
Engine Flywheel Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the clutch pressure and driven Plate . Refer to
Clutch Pressure and Driven Plate Replacement.
Special Tools
EN-652 Flywheel Holder
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