Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: 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 the trunk/ liftgate is open.
Slow Flash: Alarm system is armed.
Vehicle Security
This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make the vehicle
impossible to steal. ...
Arming the AlarmSystem
1. Close all doors, the trunk/liftgate, and the hood.
2. Lock the vehicle in one of two ways:
Use the RKE transmitter.
With a door open, press on the
interior of the door.
3. After 30 se ...
Other materials:
Traction Control/ Electronic Stability Control
The Traction Control System (TCS) limits wheel spin. The system is on when the
vehicle is started.
The StabiliTrak system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult
driving conditions. The system is on when the vehicle is started.
To turn off traction control, press and re ...
Engine Cover Replacement
Engine Cover Replacement
Callout
Component Name
1
Engine Cover
Procedure
Use a suitable tool to first unclip the front of the cover, then rotate
the cover backward and pull upward to remove.
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Crankcase Ventilation System Inspection/Diagnosis
Results of Incorrect Operation
A plugged positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) orifice or hose may cause
the following conditions:
Rough idle
Stalling or slow idle speed
Oil leaks
Oil in the throttle body
Sludge in the engine
Functional Check
With thes ...
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