Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Vehicle Checks

Accessories and Modifications

Adding non-dealer accessories or making modifications to the vehicle can affect vehicle performance and safety, including such things as airbags, braking, stability, ride and handling, emissions s ...

Doing Your Own Service Work

Warning It can be dangerous to work on your vehicle if you do not have the proper knowledge, service manual, tools, or parts. Always follow owner manual procedures and consult the service manual ...

Other materials:

Differential Case Disassemble
Special Tools 6-9607346 Sensor Ring Gear Puller J-810704 Steering Column Center Bar Puller J-810721 Axle Shaft Seal Remover Support Base R-0006749 Support Base R-0407011 Bearing Race Remover R-0007761 Universal Handle for Pullers and Installers S-9407195 Pinion Gear Case Bearing ...

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 ...

Electronic Ignition System Description
Electronic Ignition System Operation The electronic ignition system produces and controls the high energy secondary spark. This spark ignites the compressed air/fuel mixture at precisely the correct time, providing optimal performance, fuel economy, and control of exhaust emissions. ...