Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
For vehicles with this feature, read the following section before using it.
The Forward Collision Alert (FCA) system may help to avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes. FCA provides a flashing red visual alert and beeps when approaching a vehicle directly ahead too quickly. FCA also provides a visual alert if following another vehicle much too closely. The FCA display is on top of the instrument panel to the right of the steering wheel.
The forward-looking FCA camera sensor is on the windshield ahead of the rearview mirror. FCA detects vehicles within a distance of approximately 60m (197 ft) and operates at speeds above 40 km/h (25 mph).
Warning
FCA is a warning system and does not apply the brakes. When approaching a slower-moving or stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly, or when following a vehicle too closely, FCA may not provide a warning with enough time to help avoid a crash. FCA does not warn of pedestrians, animals, signs, guardrails, bridges, construction barrels, or other objects. Be ready to take action and apply the brakes. For more information, see Defensive Driving.
Detecting the Vehicle Ahead
The green vehicle ahead indicator will appear when a vehicle is detected ahead.
Whenever this indicator does not appear, FCA will not respond. The indicator may
disappear on curves, highway exit ...
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Starting the Engine
The vehicle has a Computer-Controlled Cranking System. It assists in starting
the engine and protects components. If the ignition key is turned to START and then
released when the engine begins cranking, the engine will continue cranking for
a few seconds or until the engine starts. If the eng ...
Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle
Only RKE transmitters programmed to this vehicle will work. If a transmitter
is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer.
When the replacement transmitter is programmed to this vehicle, all remaining transmitters
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Seat Belt System Description and Operation
Restraint System
Note: If the vehicle has been in a collision, refer to Repairs
and Inspections Required After a Collision.
The vehicle has front and rear seat belts that are the primary means of occupant
restraint. Seat belts help to keep the occupants inside the passenger ...
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