Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Filling a Portable Fuel Container
Warning
Filling a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle can cause fuel vapors that can ignite either by static electricity or other means. You or others could be badly burned and the vehicle could be damaged. Always:
- . Use approved fuel containers.
- . Remove the container from the vehicle, trunk, or pickup bed before filling.
- . Place the container on the ground.
- . Place the nozzle inside the fill opening of the container before dispensing fuel, and keep it in contact with the fill opening until filling is complete.
- . Fill the container no more than 95% full to allow for expansion.
- . Do not smoke, light matches, or use lighters while pumping fuel.
- . Avoid using cell phones or other electronic devices.
Filling the Tank
Warning
Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn violently and can cause injury or death.
. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions
on the fuel pump island.
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Trailer Towing
General Towing Information
The vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer. ...
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Turning the Systems Off and On
The button for TCS and StabiliTrak is on the center console.
Caution
Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate heavily when TCS is off. The vehicle
driveline could be damaged.
To turn off only TCS, press and release the
button. The traction off light
displays in the instrument cluster.
To tu ...
Ignition and Start Switch Housing Replacement
Ignition and Start Switch Housing Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Remove the theft deterrent module. Refer to Theft Deterrent Module
Replacement.
Remove the turn signal switch bracket. Refer to T ...
Transmission Fluid Cooler Flushing and Flow Test
GM studies indicate that plugged or restricted transmission oil coolers and pipes
cause insufficient transmission lubrication and elevated operating temperatures
which can lead to premature transmission failure. Many repeat repair cases could
have been prevented by following published procedur ...
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