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:

Front Opening Upper Cover Replacement
Front Opening Upper Cover Replacement Callout Component Name 1 Radiator Opening Upper Cover Screw (Qty:?€‰10) Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution. 2 Radiator Opening Upper Cove ...

Park - Engine Running (Gen 2)
When the gear selector lever is in the Park (P) position, fluid is drawn into the pump through the transmission fluid filter assembly. Line pressure is then directed to the following valves: Fluid Pressure Directed in Preparation for a Shift Manual Valve Mechanically controlled by ...

Fuel Pressure Sensor Replacement - Fuel Feed Pipe
Fuel Pressure Sensor Replacement - Fuel Feed Pipe Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedure Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Asse ...