Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Engine Overheating
The vehicle has an indicator to warn of the engine overheating.
If the decision is made not to lift the hood when this warning appears, get service help right away. See Roadside Assistance Program.
If the decision is made to lift the hood, make sure the vehicle is parked on a level surface.
Then check to see if the engine cooling fan is running. If the engine is overheating, the fan should be running. If it is not, do not continue to run the engine. Have the vehicle serviced.
Caution
Running the engine without coolant may cause damage or a fire. Vehicle damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
Caution
This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure. Failure to follow this
procedure could cause the engine to overheat and be severely damaged.
If no problem is found, check to see if coo ...
If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
Warning
Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open
the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just
turn it off and get everyone aw ...
Other materials:
Engine Replacement (Automatic Transmission)
Special Tools
J-45859 Wheel Drive Shaft Remover
CH-807 Closure Plugs
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Remove the battery and battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement.
Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressur ...
Transmission Fluid Pump Assemble (6T40/45/50)
Table 1:
Fluid Pump w/Valve Trains Assemble
Table 2:
Torque Converter Fluid Seal and Fluid Filter Assembly
Assemble
Fluid Pump w/Valve Trains Assemble
Fluid Pump w/Valve Trains Assemble
Callout
Comp ...
Torque Converter Housing with Fluid Pump Assembly Installation (6T40/45/50 Non
Hybrid)
Torque Converter Housing with Fluid Pump Assembly Installation
Callout
Component Name
1
Fluid Pump Seal Assembly
2
Torque Converter Housing Gasket
3
Torque Converte ...
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