Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Initial Drive Information
This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle.
For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual.
- Starting the Engine
- Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
- Remote Vehicle Start
- Liftgate
- Trunk Release
- Windows
- Seat Adjustment
- Second Row Seats
- Head Restraint Adjustment
- Safety Belts
- Passenger Sensing System
- Mirror Adjustment
- Steering Wheel Adjustment
- Interior Lighting
- Exterior Lighting
- Windshield Wiper/Washer
- Climate Controls
- Transmission
Instrument Panel
1. Air Vents.
2. Exterior Lamp Controls.
3. Instrument Panel Illumination Control.
4. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals.
5. Instrument Cluster.
6. Horn.
7. Windshield Wiper/W ...
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 cr ...
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Parking
If the vehicle has a manual transmission, before getting out of the vehicle,
move the shift lever into R (Reverse) if parking on a downhill slope. On a level
surface or an uphill slope, use 1 (First) gear. Firmly apply the parking brake.
Turn the wheels toward the curb for a downhill slope, or ...
Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging
Special Tools
GE-45037 A/C Oil Injector
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Warning: To prevent personal injury, avoid breathing A/C Refrigerant
and lubricant vapor or mist. Work in a well ventilated area. To remove refrigerant
from the A/C System, use service equip ...
Drive Range, First Gear (Gen 1)
As the vehicle speed increases, the transmission control module (TCM) receives
input signals from the automatic transmission input and output speed sensors, throttle
position sensor and other vehicle sensors to determine the precise moment to deenergize
or ?urn OFF?the shift solenoid, and to c ...
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