Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Hydroplaning
Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under the vehicle's tires so they actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough. When the vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road.
There is no hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The best advice is to slow down when the road is wet.
Driving on Wet Roads
Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop
and accelerate. Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid
driving through large puddles and ...
Other Rainy Weather Tips
Besides slowing down, other wet weather driving tips include:
Allow extra following distance.
Pass with caution.
Keep windshield wiping equipment in good shape.
Keep the windshield washer fl ...
Other materials:
Hood
To open the hood:
1. Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle. It is located on the lower
left side of the instrument panel.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and move the secondary hood release lever toward
the right side of the vehicle.
3. Lift the hood and release the hood pro ...
Brake Fluid Level Indicator Switch Replacement
Removal Procedure
Disconnect the brake fluid level indicator switch electrical connector.
Using a small, flat-bladed tool, lift the locking tab on the underside
of the brake fluid level indicator switch (1) and remove the switch.
Inspect the master cyli ...
Front Wheel Drive Shaft Seal Replacement - Left Side
Special Tools
DT-446 Installer Drift
DT-7004 Slide Hammer
DT-23129 Universal Seal Remover
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the front suspension s ...
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