Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: 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 the windshield washer fluid level. See Washer Fluid.
Engine Oil Change
When a %CHANGE message displays
in the DIC, have the engine oil and filter changed within the next 1 000 km/600
mi. If driven under the best conditions, the engine oil life system might not indic ...
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Buying New Tires
GM has developed and matched specific tires for the vehicle. The original equipment
tires installed were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification
(TPC Spec) system rating. When replacement tires are needed, GM strongly recommends
buying tires with the same TPC Sp ...
Engine Oil Cooler Outlet Hose Replacement (LUV)
Engine Oil Cooler Outlet Hose Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
Disconnect the radiator outlet hose. Refer to Radiator Outlet H ...
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF
in each shift lever position.
For automatic transmission vehicles, the ignition should turn to LOCK/OFF
only when the shift lever is in P (Park).
For manual transmission vehicles, the ignition should turn ...
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