Chevrolet Sonic manuals

Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Loss of Control

Skidding

There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle's three control systems:

Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving those conditions. But skids are always possible.

If the vehicle starts to slide, follow these suggestions:

Remember: Antilock brakes help avoid only the braking skid.

Off-Road Recovery
The vehicle's right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. Follow these tips: 1. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer the ...

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 materials:

Throttle Body Assembly Installation
Install a NEW throttle body seal. Install the throttle body (1). Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution. Install the 4 throttle body bolts (2) and tighten to  8 Y (71 lb in). ...

Exhaust Manifold with Catalytic Converter Replacement (LUW)
Exhaust Manifold with Catalytic Converter Replacement Callout Component Name Warning: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Warning. Warning: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning. Preliminary Procedure ...

Crankshaft Position Sensor Replacement
Crankshaft Position Sensor Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedures Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to  Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle 1 Crankshaft Position Sensor B ...

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