Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Starting Procedure
1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition to START. When the engine cranks, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as the engine gets warm.
The vehicle has a Computer-Controlled Cranking System. It assists in starting the engine and protects components. If the ignition key is turned to START and then released when the engine begins cranking, the engine will continue cranking for a few seconds or until the engine starts. If the engine does not start and the key is held in START, cranking will be stopped after 15 seconds to prevent damage. To prevent gear damage, cranking is not allowed if the engine is running. Engine cranking can be stopped by turning the ignition key to ACC/ ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF.
Caution
Holding the key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause the battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage the starter motor. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining the battery or damaging the starter.
2. If the engine does not start, wait about 15 seconds and try again. Wait about 15 seconds between each try.
When the engine has run about 10 seconds to warm up, the vehicle is ready to be driven. Do not run the engine at high speed when it is cold.
If the weather is below freezing (0°C or 32°F), let the engine run for a few minutes to warm up.
3. If the engine still will not start, or starts but then stops, it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing, but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine.
Caution
If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Any resulting damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. See Add-On Electrical Equipment.
Manual Transmission
The shift lever should be in Neutral and the parking brake engaged. Hold the
clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine. The vehicle will not start if the
clutch pedal is not all the way down. ...
Engine Heater
The engine heater can provide easier starting and better fuel economy during
engine warm-up in cold weather conditions at or below −18°C (0°F). Vehicles with
an engine heater should be plu ...
Other materials:
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
1. Locate the statement "The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never
exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs." on your vehicle’s placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding
in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver an ...
Coolant System Flushing
Note:
Do not use a chemical flush.
Store used coolant in the proper manner, such as in a used engine coolant
holding tank.
Do not pour used coolant down a drain. Ethylene glycol antifreeze is
a very toxic chemical.
Do not dispose of coolant into the sewer system or groun ...
Manual Transmission Shift Lever and Selector Lever Cable Replacement
Removal Procedure
Remove the battery tray. Refer to
Battery Tray Replacement.
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Disconnect the shift lever and selector cable ends (1)
from the transmission shift lever and selector levers.
Pull the cable retainers (2) to release the shift
leve ...
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