Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Starting the Engine

Ignition Positions

The ignition switch has four different positions. To shift out of P (Park), the ignition must be in ON/RUN and the regular brake pedal applied. 1 (STOPPING THE ENGINE/LOCK/ OFF): When the vehicl ...

Automatic Transmission

Move the shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). The engine will not start in any other position. To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving, use N (Neutral) only. Caution Do not t ...

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Door Lock and Ignition Lock Folding and Non-Folding Key Cutting
High Security keys are available from the service parts system. Obtain the key code from the security card or from the GM Dealer World, Parts, Key Code Look Up system. If you have the key code and access to a Triax-E., BD Laser or other code key cutting machine from the GM Dealer Equipment C ...

Vehicle information display warnings and indicators
Engine start operation indicator In the Nissan Armada, this indicator is displayed when the gear selector is positioned in P (Park), confirming that the vehicle is in a safe state for engine start. This symbol informs the driver that the Nissan Armada engine can be started by pressing the ...

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch
The Nissan Armada should normally be driven with the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system enabled, as it helps maintain vehicle stability and traction. In situations such as being stuck in mud, snow, or sand, the Nissan Armada VDC system may reduce engine power to limit wheel spin. This can ...