Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation

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Indicator LIGHT ON

Refer to the owner's manual for the descriptions and explanations of all indicator lights.

For diagnosis and repair information related to an indicator light, refer to the System Diagnosis and the Description of Operation that the message relates to.

Message Displayed

Refer to the owner's manual for descriptions and explanations of all messages displayed.

For diagnosis and repair information related to a displayed message, refer to the System Diagnosis and the Description of Operation that the message relates to.

CHANGE TIMING BELT MESSAGE: The Instrument Cluster monitors the odometer mileage to determine when timing belt (if equipped) replacement may be necessary. After the vehicle has accumulated approximately 100,000 miles (160,000 kilometers), the Instrument Cluster may display the CHANGE TIMING BELT message. After the engine timing belt has been replaced, reset the CHANGE TIMING BELT message by locating and removing the fuses that supply power to the Instrument Cluster for two minutes.

Hood Ajar Indicator Description and Operation

Hood Ajar Switch The body control module (BCM) applies B+ to the hood ajar signal circuit and monitors the voltage to determine the position of the hood. When the hood is closed, the sw ...

Parking Brake Indicator Switch Replacement

Removal Procedure Remove the front floor console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement. Ensure that the park brake lever is in the fully released position. Disconnect t ...

Other materials:

Communication Interface Module Replacement
Communication Interface Module Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedure Remove the instrument panel lower compartment. Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Compartment Replacement. Remove the instrument pa ...

Rear License Plate Lamp Bulb Replacement (Sedan)
Rear License Plate Lamp Bulb Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedure Remove the rear license plate lamp housing. Refer to Rear License Plate Lamp Replacement. 1 License Plate La ...

Engine Oil Heater Replacement
Engine Oil Heater Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedures Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle If equipped, remove the front insulator cover. Refer to Front Comp ...

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