Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Gasoline Specifications
At a minimum, gasoline should meet ASTM specification D 4814. Some gasolines contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT). We recommend against the use of gasolines containing MMT. See “Prohibited Fuels" in Recommended Fuel.
Recommended Fuel
Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher. If
the octane rating is less than 87, an audible knocking noise may be heard. If this
occurs, use a gasoline rated at 87 ...
California Fuel Requirements
If the vehicle is certified to meet California Emissions Standards, it is designed
to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. See the underhood emission
control label. If this fuel i ...
Other materials:
High-Beam Headlamp/ Low-Beam Headlamp
1. Open the hood. See Hood.
2. For the driver side bulb, remove the windshield washer bottle filler neck by
turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise and pulling it straight up and out
of the bottle.
3. Remove the headlamp bulb access cover.
4. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and pull str ...
Drive Belt Replacement
Special Tools
EN-48488 Holding Wrench
EN-955 Locking Pin
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Remove the right front wheelhouse liner extension. Refer to Front Wheelhouse
Liner Inner Front Extension Replacement.
Install the engine s ...
Camshaft Intake and Exhaust Sprocket Replacement
Special Tools
EN-955-A Locking Pin
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement.
Remove the camshaft cover. Refer to Camshaft Cover Replacement.
Remove both camshaft p ...
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