Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Service and Maintenance

Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats

Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to unlock each retainer and remove. Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snap into position. Make sure the fl ...

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 ...

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Shifting out of Park (Automatic Transmission)
This vehicle is equipped with a shift lock control. The shift lock control is designed to: Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P (Park) with the shift lever button fully released. Prevent movement of the shift lever out of P (Park) unless the ignition is in ON/RUN ...

Radiator Mounting Stud Repair
Repair Procedure Note: If the radiator is leaky, replace it. Refer to Radiator Replacement. Pressure test the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Leak Testing. Grind the fracture surface (1) with a proper tool. Drill a hole in the cente ...

Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Installation
Install the exhaust manifold heat shield (2). Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution. Install the 3 exhaust manifold heat shield bolts (1) and the washers and tighten to  8 Y (71 lb in). ...