Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Maintenance Schedule

General Information

Your vehicle is an important investment. This section describes the required maintenance for the vehicle. Follow this schedule to help protect against major repair expenses resulting from neglect ...

Owner Checks and Services

At Each Fuel Stop Check the engine oil level. See Engine Oil. Once a Month Check the tire inflation pressures. See Tire Pressure. Inspect the tires for wear. See Tire Inspection. Check ...

Other materials:

Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement
Special Tools EN-955 Locking Pin EN-48488 Holding Wrench 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 su ...

Camshaft Installation
Special Tools EN-422 Installer For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools. Note: Coat with MoS 2 lubricating paste. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers. Install the intake camshaft (1). Note: Note the identification mark ...

Transmission Replacement (With 1.2L or 1.4L Engine)
Removal Procedure Remove the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement. Without draining the coolant or removing the hoses, remove and position aside the radiator surge tank. Refer to Radiator Surge Tank Replacement. Remove the transmission range selector lever c ...