Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: New Vehicle Break-In

Notice:

The vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines:

• Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for the first 805 km (500 mi). Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle.
• Avoid making hard stops for the first 322 km (200 mi) or so. During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings.

Following break-in, engine speed and load can be gradually increased.

Jump Starting

For more information about the vehicle battery, see Battery. If the battery has run down, try to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following step ...

Starting System Description and Operation

The starter motors are non-repairable starter motors. They have pole pieces that are arranged around the armature. Both solenoid windings are energized. The pull-in winding circuit is completed to ...

Other materials:

Steering Wheel Airbag Coil Replacement
Steering Wheel Airbag Coil Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedures Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement. Remove the steering column upper trim cover. Refer to Steering Column ...

Brake System External Leak Inspection
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning. Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution. In order to inspect for external brake fluid leaks, first inspect the fluid level in the master cylinder. While a slight brake fluid level drop c ...

Air Inlet Valve Actuator Replacement (LHD)
Air Inlet Valve Actuator Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedures Remove the instrument panel compartment. Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Compartment Replacement. Reposition any wiring or hoses to gain a ...