Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: System Settings
Auto Volume
This feature automatically adjusts the radio volume to compensate for road and wind noise.
The level of volume compensation can be selected, or the feature can be turned off.
1. Press 
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2. Select Settings.
3. Select Radio Settings.
4. Select the setting by pressing < or >.
5. Press 
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Auto Store (AS)
This feature automatically stores the stations with the strongest reception.
To store or update the stations, press and hold the AS screen button.
To listen to a auto stored station:
1. Select AM or FM.
2. Press the AS screen button.
3. Press < or > repeatedly to select the desired AS page.
4. Press the desired preset station screen button.
If AS is pressed with no stored stations, AS will update.
Audio Settings
The audio settings can be set for each radio band and each audio player source.
Tone Settings: Press menu, then tone settings from the AM or FM menu.
- EQ (Equalizer): Press < or > to select a sound style or turn off the sound style. When in tone settings “Manual” and “Talk” may be the only settings available depending on the sound system.
- Bass, Mid (Midrange), or Treble: Press − or + to change the desired sound style from −12 to +12.
- Fader or Balance: Adjust the front/rear or left/right speakers by dragging the dot in the vehicle image on the screen.
- Reset: Restore the settings back to default settings.
Press OK to exit Tone Settings.
Radio Controls with Touchscreen
The infotainment system is operated by using the pushbuttons, menus shown on
the display, and steering wheel controls.
Turning the System On or Off
(Power): Press and hold to turn
the radio on ...
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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 ign ...
Floor Mats
Warning
If a floor mat is the wrong size or is not properly installed, it can interfere
with the pedals. Interference with the pedals can cause unintended acceleration
and/or increased stopping distance which can cause a crash and injury. Make sure
the floor mat does not interfere with the pe ...
Intake Manifold Installation
Clean the sealing surfaces.
Install the intake manifold (1) along with a NEW intake manifold gasket.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution.
Install the 6 intake manifold bolts (1) and tighten to 20 Y (15 lb ft).
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