Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury.
Warning lights come on when there could be a problem with a vehicle function. Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working. Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle function. Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a problem with the vehicle.
When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving, or when one of the gauges shows there may be a problem, check the section that explains what to do. Follow this manual's advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous.
- Instrument Cluster
- Speedometer
- Odometer
- Trip Odometer
- Tachometer
- Fuel Gauge
- Safety Belt Reminders
- Airbag Readiness Light
- Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
- Charging System Light
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp
- Service Vehicle Soon Light
- Brake System Warning Light
- Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
- Up-Shift Light
- Power Steering Warning Light
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light
- Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Warning Light
- Traction Off Light
- StabiliTrak® OFF Light
- Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light
- Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
- Tire Pressure Light
- Engine Oil Pressure Light
- Low Fuel Warning Light
- Immobilizer Light
- Reduced Engine Power Light
- High-Beam On Light
- Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Indicator Light
- Front Fog Lamp Light
- Lamps On Reminder
- Cruise Control Light
- Door Ajar Light
Power Outlets
The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such
as a cell phone or MP3 player.
The vehicle has an accessory power outlet in front of the cupholders on the center
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Instrument Cluster
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Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Turn on the radio and record all of the radio pre-set stations.
Ensure that all lamps and accessories are turned off.
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Definitions and Abbreviations
Throttle Positions
Engine Braking
A condition where the engine is used to slow the vehicle by manually
downshifting during a zero throttle coastdown.
Full Throttle Downshift
A quick apply of the accelerator pedal to its full travel, forcing a
downshift.
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Transmission Fluid Cooler Flushing and Flow Test
GM studies indicate that plugged or restricted transmission oil coolers and pipes
cause insufficient transmission lubrication and elevated operating temperatures
which can lead to premature transmission failure. Many repeat repair cases could
have been prevented by following published procedur ...
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