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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Vehicle Alarm System
This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system. The indicator light on the instrument panel near the windshield indicates the status of the system. Off: Vehicle is disarmed. On Solid: Vehicle is secured during the delay to arm the system. Fast Flash: Vehicle is unsecured. A door, the hood, or t ...

Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants  for more information. Engine Specifications Engine Drive Belt Routing 1.4L L4 Engine 1.8L L4 Engine (with Air Conditioning) 1. ...

Brake System Warning Light
The vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits. If one circuit is not working, the remaining circuit can still work to stop the vehicle. For normal braking performance, both circuits need to be working If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have the brake system ...