Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Engine Oil Change
When a 
%CHANGE message displays
in the DIC, have the engine oil and filter changed within the next 1 000 km/600
mi. If driven under the best conditions, the engine oil life system might not indicate
the need for vehicle service for more than a year. The engine oil and filter must
be changed at least once a year and the oil life system must be reset. Your trained
dealer technician can perform this work. If the engine oil life system is reset
accidentally, service the vehicle within 5 000 km/ 3,000 mi since the last service.
Reset the oil life system when the oil is changed. See Engine Oil Life System.
Owner Checks and Services
At Each Fuel Stop
Check the engine oil level. See Engine Oil.
Once a Month
Check the tire inflation pressures. See Tire Pressure.
Inspect the tires for wear. See Tire Inspection.
Check ...
Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 km/ 7,500 mi
Rotate the tires, if recommended for the vehicle, and perform the following services.
See Tire Rotation.
Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. If needed, change engine
oil and filte ...
Other materials:
Starting Procedure
1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition to START. When
the engine cranks, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as the engine
gets warm.
The vehicle has a Computer-Controlled Cranking System. It assists in starting
the engine and protects components. If the ign ...
Brake Dust Warning
Warning: Avoid taking the following actions when you service wheel
brake parts:
Do not grind brake linings.
Do not sand brake linings.
Do not clean wheel brake parts with a dry brush or with compressed air.
Some models or aftermarket brake parts may contain asbestos fiber ...
Charge Air Cooler Replacement
Charge Air Cooler Replacement
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Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative
Cable Disconnection and Connection.
Raise and properly support the vehicle. Refe ...
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