Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Tires
Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to clean the tires.
Caution
Using petroleum-based tire dressing products on the vehicle may damage the paint finish and/ or tires. When applying a tire dressing, always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on the vehicle.
Weatherstrips
Apply Dielectric silicone grease on weatherstrips to make them last longer, seal
better, and not stick or squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips at least once a year. Hot,
dry climates may require more f ...
Wheels and Trim—Aluminum or Chrome
Use a soft, clean cloth with mild soap and water to clean the wheels. After rinsing
thoroughly with clean water, dry with a soft, clean towel. A wax may then be applied.
Caution
Chrome wheels and ...
Other materials:
Automatic Door Locks
The vehicle is programmed so that when the doors are closed, the ignition is
on, and the shift lever is moved out of P (Park) for automatic transmissions, or
when the vehicle speed is above 13 km/h (8 mph) for manual transmissions, the doors
and the trunk/liftgate will lock.
To unlock the doo ...
Front Bumper Energy Absorber Replacement
Front Bumper Energy Absorber Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement.
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Front Bumper Energy Upper Absorbe ...
Transmission System Description and Operation
The F17 is a 5 speed manual transmission assembly.
Note: Use only transmission fluid listed within the
Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers for
this manual transmission assembly. Other lubricants or additives may affect
the shift performance.
The F17 (Gen 1) 5 Speed m ...
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