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Black plate (1,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 2013 Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual M In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Initial Drive Information .
Black plate (2,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 2013 Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual M V ehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1 General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2 V ehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . .
Black plate (3,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Introduction iii The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this m.
Black plate (4,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 iv Introduction { W ARNING These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people. Notice: This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage.
Black plate (5,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Introduction v > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : T ire Pressure Monitor d : T raction Control/StabiliT rak ® M : Winds.
Black plate (6,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 vi Introduction 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
Black plate (1,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 In Brief 1-1 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4 Starting the Engine .
Black plate (2,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 1-2 In Brief Instrument Panel I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
Black plate (3,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 In Brief 1-3 1. Air Vents on page 8 ‑ 3 . 2. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6 ‑ 1 . 3. Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6 ‑ 5 . 4. T urn and Lane-Change Lever .
Black plate (4,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 1-4 In Brief Initial Drive Information This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle.
Black plate (5,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 In Brief 1-5 Starting the V ehicle 1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle. 2. Press and release Q . 3. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and hold / for at least two seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash.
Black plate (6,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 1-6 In Brief Liftgate T o lock or unlock the liftgate from the inside, press Q or K on the central locking switch located on the center stack. T o open the liftgate from the outside, press K on the RKE transmitter , then use the touch pad.
Black plate (7,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 In Brief 1-7 Power Windows Push the switch down to open the window . Pull the front of the switch up to close it. The switches work when the vehicle is in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY , or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active.
Black plate (8,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 1-8 In Brief Reclining Seatbacks T o recline a manual seatback: 1. Lift the lever . If necessary , move the safety belt out of the way to access the lever . 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.
Black plate (9,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 In Brief 1-9 . Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3 ‑ 1 1 . . Lower Anchors and T ethers for Children (LA TCH System) on page 3 ‑ 37 .
Black plate (10,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 1-10 In Brief Interior Mirror Hold the inside rearview mirror in the center to move it for a clearer view behind your vehicle. Adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the headlamps behind you.
Black plate (11,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 In Brief 1-1 1 For more information about interior lighting, see Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6 ‑ 5 or Courtesy Lamps on page 6 ‑ 5 .
Black plate (12,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 1-12 In Brief Hatchback Shown, Sedan Similar INT : Move the lever up to INT for intermittent wipes, then turn the x INT band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.
Black plate (13,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 In Brief 1-13 T ransmission Automatic T ransmissio n Manual Mode This position allows you to change gears similar to a manual transmission. T o use this feature: 1. Move the shift lever from D (Drive) rearward to M (Manual Mode).
Black plate (14,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 1-14 In Brief V ehicle Features Radio(s) Radio Controls Without T ouchscreen O /VOL: Press to turn the system on or off. T urn to increase or decrease the volume. When the system is on, press and release to mute the system.
Black plate (15,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 In Brief 1-15 Storing Stations T o store the station to a position in the list, press the corresponding button 1 − 5 until a beep is heard. 1. Select the desired station.
Black plate (16,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 1-16 In Brief Steering Wheel Controls Some audio steering wheel controls could differ depending on the vehicle's options. Some audio steering wheel controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel.
Black plate (17,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 In Brief 1-17 See Cruise Control on page 9 ‑ 31 . Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC display is in the instrument cluster . It shows the status of many vehicle systems.
Black plate (18,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 1-18 In Brief Performance and Maintenance T raction Control System (TCS) The Traction Control System (TCS) limits wheel spin. The system is on when the vehicle is started.
Black plate (19,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 In Brief 1-19 The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance.
Black plate (20,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 1-20 In Brief . Combine several trips into a single trip. . Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size.
Black plate (1,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-1 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . .
Black plate (2,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 2-2 Keys, Doors, and Windows The key that is part of the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can be used for the ignition and all locks. Press the button on the RKE transmitter to extend the key .
Black plate (3,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The RKE transmitter may work up to 60 m (195 ft) away from the vehicle. Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter.
Black plate (4,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 2-4 Keys, Doors, and Windows engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 ‑ 4 . The buttons on the RKE transmitter are disabled when there is a key in the ignition.
Black plate (5,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-5 Starting the V ehicle T o start the engine using the remote start feature: 1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle. 2. Press and release Q .
Black plate (6,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 2-6 Keys, Doors, and Windows . T wo remote vehicle starts, or a single remote start with an extension, have already been used. . The vehicle is not in P (Park). Door Locks { W ARNING Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
Black plate (7,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-7 . Use the lock knob on the top of the door panel. Central Locking System This system allows for the doors and liftgate/trunk to be locked and unlocked from the RKE transmitter or the central locking switch on the center stack.
Black plate (8,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 2-8 Keys, Doors, and Windows Press { to activate the safety locks on the rear doors. An indicator light comes on when activated. Press { again to deactivate the safety locks.
Black plate (9,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-9 T o open the trunk from outside of the vehicle: . Press K on the RKE transmitter , then use the touch pad. . Press V on the RKE transmitter .
Black plate (10,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows W ARNING (Continued) . Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel. . Adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the highest setting.
Black plate (11,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-1 1 Arming the System 1. Close all doors, liftgate, and hood. 2. Lock the vehicle using the transmitter or the power door lock button. The indicator on the instrument panel should come on and stay on for about 30 seconds.
Black plate (12,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows The system is automatically disarmed when the vehicle is started with the correct key . The key uses a transponder that matches an immobilizer control unit in the vehicle and automatically disarms the system.
Black plate (13,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Manual Mirrors Move the control up, down, or side to side to adjust the mirror . See Folding Mirrors on page 2 ‑ 13 . Power Mirrors For vehicles with power outside mirrors: 1.
Black plate (14,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Driving with the Blind Spot Mirror Actual Mirror View 1. When the approaching vehicle is a long distance away , the image in the main mirror is small and near the inboard edge of the mirror .
Black plate (15,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror Hold the inside rearview mirror in the center to move it for a clearer view behind your vehicle. Adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the headlamps behind you.
Black plate (16,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows W ARNING (Continued) windows will function and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window . Do not leave keys in a vehicle with children.
Black plate (17,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 2. Press and hold the power window switch until the window is fully open. 3. Pull the power window switch up until the window is fully closed.
Black plate (18,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows V ent: Press and hold the front of the switch to vent the sunroof. Manually close the sunshade. The sunroof will not operate if the vehicle has an electrical failure.
Black plate (1,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-1 Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Front Seats Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Reclining Seatbacks .
Black plate (2,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-2 Seats and Restraints Head Restraints { W ARNING With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly , there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash.
Black plate (3,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-3 Rear Seats The vehicle's rear seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. The height of the head restraint can be adjusted.
Black plate (4,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-4 Seats and Restraints T o adjust a manual seat: 1. Pull the handle at the front of the seat. 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the handle. 3. T ry to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place.
Black plate (5,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-5 { W ARNING Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job.
Black plate (6,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-6 Seats and Restraints Heated Front Seats { W ARNING If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns.
Black plate (7,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-7 Rear Seats Folding the Seatback Either side of the seatback can be folded down for more cargo space. Fold a seatback only when the vehicle is not moving.
Black plate (8,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-8 Seats and Restraints Raising the Seatback { W ARNING If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there.
Black plate (9,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-9 W ARNING (Continued) are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts.
Black plate (10,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-10 Seats and Restraints Also, in nearly all states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts. How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This section is only for people of adult size.
Black plate (11,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-1 1 Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly .
Black plate (12,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-12 Seats and Restraints 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster , move it to the height that is right for you. See “ Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ” in this section for instructions on use and important safety information.
Black plate (13,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-13 After the adjuster is set to the desired position, try to move it down without pressing the release button to make sure it has locked into position.
Black plate (14,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-14 Seats and Restraints 3. Place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 4. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat.
Black plate (15,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-15 7. Buckle and position the safety belt as described previously in this section.
Black plate (16,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-16 Seats and Restraints Safety System Check Now and then, check that the safety belt reminder light, safety belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and anchorages are all working properly .
Black plate (17,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-17 Airbag System The vehicle has the following airbags except where noted below: . A frontal airbag for the driver . . A frontal airbag for the front outboard passenger .
Black plate (18,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-18 Seats and Restraints W ARNING (Continued) in every crash. In some crashes safety belts are the only restraint. See When Should an Airbag Inflate? on page 3 ‑ 21 .
Black plate (19,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-19 There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster , which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions.
Black plate (20,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-20 Seats and Restraints Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar The seat-mounted side impact airbags for the driver and front outboard passenger are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door .
Black plate (21,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-21 When Should an Airbag Inflate? Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to sever.
Black plate (22,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-22 Seats and Restraints if equipped, is intended to inflate on the side of the vehicle that is struck.
Black plate (23,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-23 be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated airbags. Airbag inflation does not prevent the driver from seeing out of the windshield or being able to steer the vehicle, nor does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle.
Black plate (24,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-24 Seats and Restraints . Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag systems. Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly . See your dealer for service.
Black plate (25,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-25 { W ARNING A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger frontal airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag.
Black plate (26,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-26 Seats and Restraints passenger seat. When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbags to be enabled, the on indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder that the airbags are active.
Black plate (27,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-27 If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Size Occupant If a person of adult size is sitting in the front outboard passenger seat, but the off indicator is lit, it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat.
Black plate (28,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-28 Seats and Restraints Servicing the Airbag-Equipped V ehicle Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places around the vehicle.
Black plate (29,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-29 turning off the passenger airbag(s). See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 ‑ 24 . The vehicle has rollover roof-rail airbags, see Different Size Tires and Wheels on page 10 ‑ 56 for additional important information.
Black plate (30,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-30 Seats and Restraints Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle's safety belts.
Black plate (31,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-31 thrown out of the vehicle. Older children need to use safety belts properly . { W ARNING Never allow more than one child to wear the same safety belt.
Black plate (32,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-32 Seats and Restraints Infants and Y oung Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints.
Black plate (33,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-33 W ARNING (Continued) child restraint in the right front seat. Secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat. It is also better to secure a forward-facing child restraint in a rear seat.
Black plate (34,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-34 Seats and Restraints W ARNING (Continued) Instead, it may settle up around the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure.
Black plate (35,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-35 Booster Seats A booster seat is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's safety belt system. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window .
Black plate (36,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-36 Seats and Restraints locate the nearest child safety seat inspection station. For CPST availability in Canada, check with T ransport Canada or the Provincial Ministry of Transportation office.
Black plate (37,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-37 When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with your child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle.
Black plate (38,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-38 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors Lower anchors (1) are metal bars built into the vehicle. There are two lower anchors for each LA TCH seating position that will accommodate a child restraint with lower attachments (2).
Black plate (39,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-39 Lower Anchor and T op T ether Anchor Locatio ns I (T op T ether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors. H (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors.
Black plate (40,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-40 Seats and Restraints Hatchback For hatchback models, the top tether anchors are on the back of the rear seatbacks. Remove the cargo cover before installing the top tether .
Black plate (41,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-41 { W ARNING Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten.
Black plate (42,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-42 Seats and Restraints 2.4. Route and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and th.
Black plate (43,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-43 head restraint and around the headrest or head restraint posts. 3. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place.
Black plate (44,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-44 Seats and Restraints Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say .
Black plate (45,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-45 5. T o tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor .
Black plate (46,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-46 Seats and Restraints { W ARNING A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger frontal airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag.
Black plate (47,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Seats and Restraints 3-47 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how .
Black plate (48,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 3-48 Seats and Restraints 6. T o tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor .
Black plate (1,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Storage 4-1 Storage Storage Compartmen ts Instrument Panel Storage . . . . . 4-1 Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 Luggage/Load Locations Load Compartment (Hatchback) .
Black plate (2,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 4-2 Storage T o install the load compartment cover: 1. Align the front sides of the load compartment cover into the slots on both sides at the front of the load compartment.
Black plate (1,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Instruments and Controls 5-1 Instruments and Controls Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 5-2 Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . 5-2 Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Black plate (2,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 5-2 Instruments and Controls Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment T o adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull the lever down. 2. Move the steering wheel up, down, forward, and backward.
Black plate (3,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Instruments and Controls 5-3 Windshield Wiper/W asher Sedan Hatchback The windshield wiper/washer lever is on the right side of the steering column. Move the lever to one of the following positions: HI: Use for fast wipes.
Black plate (4,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 5-4 Instruments and Controls Rear Window Wiper/ W asher For vehicles with the rear wiper/ washer , the controls are on the end of the windshield wiper lever . ON: Press the upper portion of the button for continuous rear window wipes.
Black plate (5,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Instruments and Controls 5-5 5. Press the MENU/TUNE knob to select the next value. 6. T o save the time or date and return to the Time and Date Settings menu, press the / BACK button at any time or press the MENU/TUNE knob after adjusting the minutes or year .
Black plate (6,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 5-6 Instruments and Controls 3. Select On to display the real time or Off to display the time set by the user . 4. Press 4 . Power Outlets The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player .
Black plate (7,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Instruments and Controls 5-7 Ashtrays The vehicle may have a removable ashtray . The removable ashtray can be placed in the front cupholders. T o open the removable ashtray , lift the lid of the ashtray .
Black plate (8,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 5-8 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster United States Manual Transmission Shown, Canada Similar I n f o r m a .
Black plate (9,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Instruments and Controls 5-9 Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle's speed in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). Odometer The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either kilometers or miles.
Black plate (10,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 5-10 Instruments and Controls Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge: . At the service station, the gas pump shuts off before the gauge reads full.
Black plate (11,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Instruments and Controls 5-1 1 Airbag Readiness Light This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system.
Black plate (12,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 5-12 Instruments and Controls If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator , it means that the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag are allowed to inflate.
Black plate (13,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Instruments and Controls 5-13 If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while the engine is running, this indicates that the OBD II system has detected a problem and diagnosis and service might be required.
Black plate (14,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 5-14 Instruments and Controls The following may correct an emission control system malfunction: . Check that the fuel cap is fully installed. See Filling the T ank on page 9 ‑ 36 .
Black plate (15,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Instruments and Controls 5-15 happen if the 12-volt battery has recently been replaced or run down. The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving.
Black plate (16,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 5-16 Instruments and Controls stays on after the parking brake is fully released, it means there is a brake problem. If the light comes on while driving, carefully pull off the road and stop.
Black plate (17,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Instruments and Controls 5-17 T raction Off Light This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer . If the system is working normally , the indicator light then turns off.
Black plate (18,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 5-18 Instruments and Controls If the indicator/warning light is on and flashing, the TCS and/or the StabiliT rak system is actively working. See StabiliT rak ® System on page 9 ‑ 29 and T raction Control System (TCS) on page 9 ‑ 28 .
Black plate (19,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Instruments and Controls 5-19 Engine Oil Pressure Light The oil pressure light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer .
Black plate (20,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 5-20 Instruments and Controls Immobilizer Light The immobilizer light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer .
Black plate (21,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Instruments and Controls 5-21 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Indicator Light This light turns on whenever the Daytime Running Lamps are in use. See Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 6 ‑ 2 .
Black plate (22,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 5-22 Instruments and Controls Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC displays information about your vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected.
Black plate (23,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Instruments and Controls 5-23 A verage Speed Metric English This display shows the average speed. T o reset the average speed to zero, press and hold the SET/ CLR button while the average speed is displayed.
Black plate (24,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 5-24 Instruments and Controls T o reset the average fuel economy , press and hold the SET/CLR button while the average fuel economy is displayed.
Black plate (25,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Instruments and Controls 5-25 Remember , the oil life display must be reset after each oil change. It will not reset itself. Also, be careful not to reset the oil life display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed.
Black plate (26,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 5-26 Instruments and Controls V ehicle Personalization Personalization Menu (Radio Without T ouchscreen) The audio system controls are used to access the personalization menus for customizing vehicle features.
Black plate (27,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Instruments and Controls 5-27 . French . Spanish T urn the MENU/TUNE knob to select the language. Press MENU/ TUNE to confirm and go back to the last menu. Exterior Lighting Select the Lighting menu and the following will be displayed: .
Black plate (28,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 5-28 Instruments and Controls Press MENU/TUNE when Delayed Door Lock is highlighted. Turn the MENU/TUNE knob to select On or Off. Press MENU/TUNE to confirm and go back to the last menu.
Black plate (29,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Instruments and Controls 5-29 4 : Press to exit, or return to the previous screen or menu. T o access the menu: 1. Press D . 2. Press Settings. The following list of menu items may be available: .
Black plate (30,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 5-30 Instruments and Controls Radio Factory Settings Select to restore the radio to the factory settings. Press 4 . Connection Settings Select and the following may be displayed: .
Black plate (31,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Instruments and Controls 5-31 V ehicle Locator Lights This allows selection of how long the exterior lamps stay on when leaving the vehicle and it is dark outside. Select On or Off.
Black plate (32,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 5-32 Instruments and Controls second time. When set to All Doors, all of the doors will unlock at the first press of K . Press 4 . V ehicle Factory Settings Select to return all of the vehicle personalization to the default settings.
Black plate (1,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Lighting 6-1 Lighting Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . 6-1 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Flash-to-Pass .
Black plate (2,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 6-2 Lighting # (Front Fog Lamps): For vehicles with fog lamps, press to turn the lamps on or off. See Fog Lamps on page 6 ‑ 4 . When the lights are on, ; will be lit. See Lamps On Reminder on page 5 ‑ 21 .
Black plate (3,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Lighting 6-3 taillamps, sidemarker , instrument panel, and other lamps will not be on. The headlamps automatically change from DRL to the regular headlamps depending on the darkness of the surroundings.
Black plate (4,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 6-4 Lighting T urn and Lane-Change Signals Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn. An arrow on the instrument cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change.
Black plate (5,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Lighting 6-5 Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel controls and infotainment display screen.
Black plate (6,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 6-6 Lighting Lighting Features Battery Load Management The vehicle has Electric Power Management (EPM) that estimates the battery's temperature and state of charge.
Black plate (1,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-1 Infotainment System Introduction Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . 7-2 Overview (AM-FM Radio) .
Black plate (2,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-2 Infotainment System . Set up the tone, speaker adjustments, and preset radio stations. See Defensive Driving on page 9 ‑ 2 . Notice: Contact your dealer before adding any equipment.
Black plate (3,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-3 Overview (AM-FM Radio) 1. F A V 1-2-3 (Favorites) . Radio: Opens the favorites list. 2. O /VOL (Power/V olume) . T urns the system on or off and adjusts the volume.
Black plate (4,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-4 Infotainment System 6. MENU/TUNE . Radio: Manually selects radio stations. . CD: Selects tracks. 7. RADIO/BAND . Changes the band while listening to the radio. . Selects the radio when listening to a different audio source.
Black plate (5,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-5 Overview (Radio with CD/USB) 1. O /VOL (Power/V olume) . T urns the system on or off and adjusts the volume. 2. Z (Eject) . Removes a disc from the CD slot.
Black plate (6,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-6 Infotainment System 7. INFO (Information) . Radio: Shows available information about the current station. . CD: Shows available information about the current track. 8.
Black plate (7,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-7 Overview (Radio with T ouchscreen) 1. z VOL y (V olume) . Press to decrease or increase the volume. 2. O (Power) . Press and hold to turn the power on or off.
Black plate (8,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-8 Infotainment System 7 telephone: Press to activate the phone features (if equipped). See Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) on page 7 ‑ 37 or Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7 ‑ 26 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7 ‑ 28 .
Black plate (9,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-9 . Return from a submenu screen to the previous menu screen. . Delete the last character in a sequence. Selecting a Menu Option 1. T urn the MENU/TUNE knob to move the highlighted bar .
Black plate (10,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-10 Infotainment System 1. Press the TONE button. 2. Select Treble, Midrange, or Bass. 3. T urn the MENU/TUNE knob to select the value between -12 and +12. Press the / BACK button to go back to the T one Settings menu.
Black plate (11,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-1 1 T urning the System On or Off O (Power): Press and hold to turn the radio on and off.
Black plate (12,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-12 Infotainment System Radio AM-FM Radio Radio Controls Without T ouchscreen The buttons used to control the radio are: P /VOL: Press to turn the radio on and off. RADIO/BAND: Press to choose between AM, FM, and SiriusXM ® , if equipped.
Black plate (13,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-13 Station Lists 1. T urn the MENU/TUNE knob. 2. Select AM or FM Station List. All receivable stations in the current reception area are displayed.
Black plate (14,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-14 Infotainment System O (Power): Press and hold to turn the system on and off. D (Home Page): Press to enter the Home Page. RDS (Radio Data System) The radio may have RDS.
Black plate (15,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-15 Station List . From the AM or FM menu, press AM or FM station list on the screen. . Press Q or R to scroll through the list. Press on the station to select it.
Black plate (16,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-16 Infotainment System Satellite Radio SiriusXM ® Satelite Radio Service SiriusXM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces.
Black plate (17,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-17 programming favorites for the chosen number of numbered pages. SiriusXM Radio Messages UPDA TING: The encryption code in the receiver is being updated, and no action is required.
Black plate (18,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-18 Infotainment System SiriusXM ® Satellite Radio Service SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast to coast in the 48 contiguous United States, and in Canada.
Black plate (19,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-19 mild neutral detergent solution mixed with water , and clean it. Wipe the disc from the center to the outer edge. Care of the CD Player Do not add a label to a disc, as it could get caught in the CD player .
Black plate (20,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-20 Infotainment System Playing T racks in Random Order T urn the MENU/TUNE knob and set Shuffle Songs to On. Fast Forward and Rewind Press and hold SEEK ¨ or © SEEK to fast forward or rewind within the current track.
Black plate (21,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-21 Radio Without T ouchscreen For vehicles with a USB port, the following devices may be connected and controlled by the infotainment system: . iPods .
Black plate (22,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-22 Infotainment System . Podcasts . Genres T o search for tracks: 1. T urn the MENU/TUNE knob. 2. Select Search. 3. Select: Playlists, Artists, Albums, Song Titles, Podcasts, or Genres.
Black plate (23,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-23 Shuffle Functionality T urn the MENU/TUNE knob and set Shuffle Songs (Random) to On or Off. On: Plays current tracks in random order . Off: Plays current tracks in sequential order .
Black plate (24,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-24 Infotainment System The iPod/iPhone charges while it is connected to the vehicle if the vehicle is in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position.
Black plate (25,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-25 Playing Music T o play the music from the device, if the device is already connected: 1. Press D . 2. Press audio. 3. Press Source R . 4. Press AUX/USB.
Black plate (26,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-26 Infotainment System The music can be controlled by controls on the device. T o play music via Bluetooth: 1. Power on the device, pair , and connect the device. The device will displayed “ GM Audio Source.
Black plate (27,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-27 . Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. The system may not work with all cell phones. See “ Pairing ” in this section. . If the cell phone has voice dialing capability , learn to use that feature to access the address book or contact list.
Black plate (28,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-28 Infotainment System When to Speak: A tone sounds to indicate that the system is ready for a voice command. Wait for the tone and then speak. How to Speak: Speak clearly in a calm and natural voice.
Black plate (29,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-29 Pairing a Phone as a Hands-Free Device 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Phone Settings or Bluetooth Settings. 3. Select Bluetooth. 4. Select Pair Device (Hands-Free).
Black plate (30,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-30 Infotainment System See your cell phone's owner's guide or contact your wireless provider to find out if this feature is supported by your phone.
Black plate (31,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-31 Declining a Call T urn the MENU/TUNE knob to “ Decline ” and press the MENU/ TUNE knob to decline the call. Switching Between Calls (Call W aiting Calls Only) T o switch between calls: 1.
Black plate (32,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-32 Infotainment System Pairing Information . A Bluetooth phone with MP3 capability cannot be paired to the vehicle as a phone and an MP3 player at the same time. . Up to five cell phones can be paired to the Bluetooth system.
Black plate (33,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-33 2. Press settings. 3. Press connection settings. 4. Press bluetooth settings. 5. Press pair device. 6. Press Search Bluetooth Device. 7. Press the desired device to pair on the searched list screen.
Black plate (34,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-34 Infotainment System Pairing a Phone When a paired device is on the infotainment system and the SSP is not supported: 1. Press D . 2. Press settings. 3. Press connection settings.
Black plate (35,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-35 2. Select settings. 3. Press connection settings. 4. Press bluetooth settings. 5. Press pair device. 6. Press Delete. 7. Press Y es. Bluetooth Music Before playing Bluetooth music, read the follow information.
Black plate (36,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-36 Infotainment System Playing Bluetooth Music 1. Press D . 2. Press audio. 3. Press source R . 4. Press Bluetooth, then select the connected Bluetooth music play mode.
Black plate (37,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-37 . Sounds may be cut off during the Bluetooth music playback. . The infotainment system outputs the audio from the cell phone or Bluetooth device as it is transmitted.
Black plate (38,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-38 Infotainment System name for the paired cell phone. This name will be used to indicate which phones are paired and connected to the vehicle. The system responds with “ <Phone name> has been successfully paired ” after the pairing process is complete.
Black plate (39,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-39 Delete: This command is used to delete individual name tags. Delete All Name T ags: This command deletes all stored name tags in the Hands-Free Calling Directory and the Destinations Directory .
Black plate (40,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-40 Infotainment System Making a Call Calls can be made using the following commands. Dial or Call: The dial or call command can be used interchangeably to dial a phone number or a stored name tag.
Black plate (41,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-41 Receiving a Call When an incoming call is received, the audio system mutes and a ring tone is heard in the vehicle. . Press b / g to answer the call.
Black plate (42,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-42 Infotainment System does not transfer to the vehicle, use the audio transfer feature on the cell phone. See the cell phone manufacturer's user guide. V oice Pass-Thru V oice pass-thru allows access to the voice recognition commands on the cell phone.
Black plate (43,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-43 system. Not all phones support all functions and not all phones work with the Hands-Free Phone system. Hands-Free Phone Controls Use the buttons on the infotainment system and the steering wheel to operate the Hands-Free Phone system.
Black plate (44,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-44 Infotainment System T aking calls When a phone call comes through the connected Bluetooth cell phone, the playing track will be cut off and the phone will ring with the relevant information displayed.
Black plate (45,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-45 Making a Call with Speed Dial Numbers Press and hold the speed dial number using the keypad on the telephone screen. Only speed dial numbers already stored on the cell phone can be used for speed dial calls.
Black plate (46,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-46 Infotainment System . BlackBerry ® phone, through Bluetooth wireless. Stitcher . iPod/iPhone, through the USB connection. . Android phone, through Bluetooth wireless.
Black plate (47,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-47 . Press iPhone or bluetooth phone on the smartphone list menu to switch to the desired device. Displaying or Hiding Application Icons T o display or hide application icons on the smartphone link menu: 1.
Black plate (48,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-48 Infotainment System Changing T racks Press l to change to the next track. Bookmark T o bookmark a favorite artist or track: 1. Press S on the screen. 2. Press Artist or Track.
Black plate (49,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-49 2. Connect the smartphone to the infotainment system through the USB port or Bluetooth wireless technology . . iPhone: USB connection. . Android phone/BlackBerry phone: Bluetooth wireless technology .
Black plate (50,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-50 Infotainment System Bluetooth Phone/ Devices Pictures and Movies (Audio System) The infotainment system can play the music files contained in the USB storage device or iPod/iPhone products.
Black plate (51,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-51 on while the USB device is connected, the USB device may be damaged or may not operate normally . . USB storage devices can only be connected for playing music/ movies, viewing photo files, or upgrading.
Black plate (52,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-52 Infotainment System . Refer to the table for the classification items related to the search function provided by the iPod/iPhone. USB Player Playing Music from a USB Device .
Black plate (53,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-53 . OFF: Returns to normal playback. Playing a File Randomly Press u during playback. . NO: Plays all files randomly . . OFF: Returns to normal playback.
Black plate (54,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-54 Infotainment System T o remove the device, select another function, then remove the device. Pause . Press j to pause. . Press r to resume. Changing to Next/Previous Song .
Black plate (55,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-55 2. Press tone settings. The tone settings menu is displayed. See “ T one Settings ” under “ Radio Controls with T ouchscreen ” in Operation on page 7 ‑ 8 .
Black plate (56,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-56 Infotainment System 2. Press the appropriate menu: . picture file list: lists all picture files. . sort by title: shows pictures in title order . . sort by date: shows pictures in date order .
Black plate (57,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-57 If the USB device is already connected: 1. Press D . 2. Press G picture & movie. 3. Press Source R . 4. Press USB movie. Movie is not available while driving.
Black plate (58,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-58 Infotainment System Subtitle Language If the movie file has a subtitle language, it can be viewed. . Press q from the movie screen. . Press S or T on the pop-up screen.
Black plate (59,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Infotainment System 7-59 Fees and T axes: Subscription fee, taxes, one time activation fee, and other fees may apply . Subscription fee is consumer only . All fees and programming subject to change.
Black plate (60,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 7-60 Infotainment System 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
Black plate (1,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Climate Controls 8-1 Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1 Air V ents Air V ents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3 Maintenance Air Intake .
Black plate (2,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 8-2 Climate Controls A (Fan Control): Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed. Turning the fan control to 0 turns the fan off. The fan must be turned on to run the air conditioning compressor .
Black plate (3,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Climate Controls 8-3 Press the button to turn the recirculation mode on. An indicator light comes on to show that the recirculation is on. Press the button again to return to outside air mode.
Black plate (4,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 8-4 Climate Controls Maintenance Air Intake Clear away any ice, snow , or leaves from the air intake at the base of the windshield that can block the flow of air into the vehicle.
Black plate (1,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Driving and Operating 9-1 Driving and Operating Driving Informat ion Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2 Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2 Drunk Driving .
Black plate (2,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 9-2 Driving and Operating Driving Information Distracted Driving Distraction comes in many forms and can take your focus from the task of driving. Exercise good judgment and do not let other activities divert your attention away from the road.
Black plate (3,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Driving and Operating 9-3 . Allow enough following distance between you and the driver in front of you. . Focus on the task of driving. Drunk Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a global tragedy .
Black plate (4,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 9-4 Driving and Operating If the steering wheel is turned until it reaches the end of its travel and is held against that position for an extended period of time, power steering assist may be reduced.
Black plate (5,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Driving and Operating 9-5 . Steering or Cornering Skid — too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force. . Acceleration Skid — too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin.
Black plate (6,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 9-6 Driving and Operating Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under the vehicle's tires so they actually ride on the water . This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough.
Black plate (7,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Driving and Operating 9-7 W ARNING (Continued) they would not work well. Y ou would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill. Steering may also be affected when ignition is off.
Black plate (8,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 9-8 Driving and Operating . T ie a red cloth to an outside mirror . { W ARNING Snow can trap engine exhaust under the vehicle. This may cause exhaust gases to get inside.
Black plate (9,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Driving and Operating 9-9 W ARNING (Continued) vehicle can overheat, causing an engine compartment fire or other damage. Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 56 km/h (35 mph).
Black plate (10,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 9-10 Driving and Operating Tire and Loading Information Label Label Example A vehicle-specific T ire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle's center pillar (B-pillar).
Black plate (11,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Driving and Operating 9-1 1 exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer , the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
Black plate (12,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 9-12 Driving and Operating Example 3 1. V ehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 91 kg (200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs).
Black plate (13,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Driving and Operating 9-13 If you put things inside the vehicle — like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else — they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly , or if there is a crash, they will keep going.
Black plate (14,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 9-14 Driving and Operating Following break ‐ in, engine speed and load can be gradually increased. Ignition Positions The ignition switch has four different positions.
Black plate (15,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Driving and Operating 9-15 2 (ACC/ACCESSORY): This is the position in which things like the radio and the windshield wipers can be operated when the engine is off.
Black plate (16,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 9-16 Driving and Operating Starting the Engine Automatic T ransmissio n Move the shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). The engine will not start in any other position.
Black plate (17,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Driving and Operating 9-17 you hold the key in ST ART for about three seconds. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing, but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds.
Black plate (18,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 9-18 Driving and Operating Retained Accessory Power (RAP) These vehicle accessories may be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off: . Audio System . Power Windows .
Black plate (19,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Driving and Operating 9-19 If you have to leave the vehicle with the engine running, be sure the vehicle is in P (Park) and the parking brake is firmly set before you leave it.
Black plate (20,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 9-20 Driving and Operating If you still cannot move the shift lever from P (Park), consult your dealer or a professional towing service. The doors may lock when shifting from P (Park).
Black plate (21,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Driving and Operating 9-21 W ARNING (Continued) . There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or aftermarket modifications that are not completely sealed.
Black plate (22,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 9-22 Driving and Operating { W ARNING It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll.
Black plate (23,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Driving and Operating 9-23 D (Drive): This position is for normal driving. It provides the best fuel economy . If you need more power for passing, and you are: . Going less than 56 km/h (35 mph), push the accelerator pedal about halfway down.
Black plate (24,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 9-24 Driving and Operating Manual T ransmission The vehicle may be equipped with a five ‐ speed or six ‐ speed manual transmission. Notice: Shifting the vehicle initially into any gear other than 1 (First) or R (Reverse) can damage the clutch.
Black plate (25,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Driving and Operating 9-25 Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) while the vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty .
Black plate (26,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 9-26 Driving and Operating If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to avoid a sudden obstacle, a computer senses that the wheels are slowing down.
Black plate (27,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Driving and Operating 9-27 Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts. Make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving.
Black plate (28,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 9-28 Driving and Operating Ride Control Systems T raction Control System (TCS) The vehicle has a Traction Control System (TCS) that limits wheel spin.
Black plate (29,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Driving and Operating 9-29 TCS/StabiliT rak Button TCS Off Light TCS can be turned off by pressing and releasing the TCS/StabiliTrak button g . When TCS is turned off, the TCS Off light i comes on and the system will not limit wheel spin.
Black plate (30,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 9-30 Driving and Operating A noise may be heard or vibration may be felt in the brake pedal.
Black plate (31,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Driving and Operating 9-31 Cruise Control For vehicles with cruise control, the vehicle can maintain a speed of about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator .
Black plate (32,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 9-32 Driving and Operating Setting Cruise Control If 1 is on when not in use, it could get bumped and go into cruise when not desired. Keep 1 off when cruise control is not being used.
Black plate (33,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Driving and Operating 9-33 Ending Cruise Control There are three ways to end cruise control: . T o disengage cruise control, step lightly on the brake pedal or clutch for manual transmission.
Black plate (34,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 9-34 Driving and Operating Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, as well as reformulated gasolines are available in some cities. If these gasolines comply with the previousely described specification, then they are acceptable to use.
Black plate (35,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Driving and Operating 9-35 caused by use of improper fuel would not be covered by the vehicle warranty .
Black plate (36,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 9-36 Driving and Operating Filling the T ank { W ARNING Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn violently and can cause injury or death. . T o help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island.
Black plate (37,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Driving and Operating 9-37 malfunction indicator lamp to light, and could damage the fuel tank and emissions system.
Black plate (38,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 9-38 Driving and Operating Conversions and Add-Ons Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and would not be covered by the warranty .
Black plate (1,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-1 V ehicle Care General Information General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2 California Proposition 65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements .
Black plate (2,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-2 V ehicle Care T ire Pressure Monitor Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-49 T ire Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-52 T ire Rotation . . . . . .
Black plate (3,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-3 cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems, many fluids, and some component wear by-products contain and/or emit these chemicals.
Black plate (4,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-4 V ehicle Care This vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 3 ‑ 28 . Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed.
Black plate (5,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-5 3. Lift the hood and release the hood prop from its retainer , located in front of the engine compartment. Securely place the hood prop into the slot on the underside of the hood.
Black plate (6,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-6 V ehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 1.4L L4 Engine I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
Black plate (7,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-7 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 10 ‑ 13 . 2. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil on page 10 ‑ 9 . 3. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View). See Cooling System on page 10 ‑ 15 .
Black plate (8,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-8 V ehicle Care 1.8L L4 Engine I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
Black plate (9,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-9 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 10 ‑ 13 . 2. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil on page 10 ‑ 9 . 3. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View). See Cooling System on page 10 ‑ 15 .
Black plate (10,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-10 V ehicle Care to drain back into the oil pan. Checking the oil level too soon after engine shutoff will not provide an accurate oil level reading. { W ARNING The engine oil dipstick handle may be hot; it could burn you.
Black plate (11,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-1 1 Notice: Failure to use the recommended engine oil or equivalent can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty . Check with your dealer or service provider on whether the oil is approved to the dexos1 specification.
Black plate (12,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-12 V ehicle Care When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished, it indicates that an oil change is necessary . A Code 82 (Change Engine Oil Soon) DIC message comes on.
Black plate (13,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-13 Automatic T ransmission Fluid How to Check Automatic T ransmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level. A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss.
Black plate (14,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-14 V ehicle Care When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the scheduled maintenance intervals. See Maintenance Schedule on page 1 1 ‑ 2 for more information.
Black plate (15,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-15 { W ARNING Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires.
Black plate (16,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-16 V ehicle Care { W ARNING Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not run the engine if there is a leak.
Black plate (17,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-17 Notice: If improper coolant mixture, inhibitors, or additives are used in the vehicle cooling system, the engine could overheat and be damaged. T oo much water in the mixture can freeze and crack engine cooling parts.
Black plate (18,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-18 V ehicle Care { W ARNING Adding only plain water or some other liquid to the cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water and other liquids, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will.
Black plate (19,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-19 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan.
Black plate (20,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-20 V ehicle Care If No Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment If an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam can be seen or heard, the problem may not be too serious.
Black plate (21,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-21 to freeze and damage the washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. . Fill the washer fluid tank only three-quarters full when it is very cold.
Black plate (22,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-22 V ehicle Care Brake Adjustment Every moderate brake stop, the disc brakes adjust for wear . If rarely making moderate or heavier brake stops, the brakes might not adjust correctly .
Black plate (23,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-23 { W ARNING If too much brake fluid is added, it can spill on the engine and burn, if the engine is hot enough. Y ou or others could be burned, and the vehicle could be damaged.
Black plate (24,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-24 V ehicle Care V ehicle Storage { W ARNING Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. Y ou can be badly hurt if you are not careful. See Jump Starting on page 10 ‑ 74 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt.
Black plate (25,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-25 Automatic T ransmission Shift Lock Control Function Check { W ARNING When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly . If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured.
Black plate (26,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-26 V ehicle Care . T o check the P (Park) mechanism's holding ability: With the engine running, shift to P (Park). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake.
Black plate (27,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-27 3. Once the blade pin disengages from the wiper arm, remove the wiper blade by sliding the pin out of the guide hole. 4. Reverse the steps to install the new blade.
Black plate (28,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-28 V ehicle Care Headlamps, Front T urn Signal and Parking Lamps Passenger Side Shown, Driver Side Similar 1. High-Beam Headlamp 2. Low-Beam Headlamp 3. Parking/Turn Signal Lamps High-Beam Headlam p/ Low-Beam Headlamp 1.
Black plate (29,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-29 2. Remove the parking/turn signal lamp bulb socket from the headlamp assembly by turning counterclockwise. 3. Remove the bulb from the bulb socket by pulling it straight out.
Black plate (30,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-30 V ehicle Care 5. Install the new bulb by turning it clockwise into the assembly . 6. Reconnect the electrical connector . 7. Replace the cap on the back of the fog lamp assembly .
Black plate (31,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-31 License Plate Lamp Lamp Assembly Bulb Assembly 1. Bulb Socket 2. Bulb 3. Lamp Assembly T o replace one of these bulbs: 1. Push the left end of the lamp assembly toward the right.
Black plate (32,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-32 V ehicle Care Electrical System Electrical System Overload The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect against an electrical system overload.
Black plate (33,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-33 Engine Compartment Fuse Block LUV and LUW Engines The engine compartment fuse block is on the driver side of the vehicle, near the battery . Notice: Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it.
Black plate (34,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-34 V ehicle Care Mini Fuses Usage 1 Antilock Brake System V alve 2 Sunroof 4 Rear Wiper 5 Regulated V oltage Contr.
Black plate (35,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-35 J-Case Fuses Usage 7 Cooling Fan K4 8 EVP 9 Start Relays Usage RL Y 1 Front Wiper Control Relay RL Y 2 Front Wiper Speed Relay RL Y 3 Rear Window Defogger Relay RL Y 4 Run/Crank Relay RL Y 6 Fuel Pump Relay (1.
Black plate (36,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-36 V ehicle Care The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown.
Black plate (37,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-37 J-Case Fuses Usage 2 Antilock Brake System Pump 3 Blower 4 Run/Crank IEC 6 Cooling Fan K4 7 Cooli.
Black plate (38,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-38 V ehicle Care The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown.
Black plate (39,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-39 Number Usage 26 Airbag Run/Crank 27 Run Relay 28 Liftgate Release 29 T railer Run/Crank 30 Clock .
Black plate (40,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-40 V ehicle Care W ARNING (Continued) and a serious crash. See V ehicle Load Limits on page 9 ‑ 9 . . Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires.
Black plate (41,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-41 Winter Tires This vehicle was not, originally , equipped with winter tires. Winter tires are designed for increased traction on snow and ice-covered roads.
Black plate (42,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-42 V ehicle Care and service description. See the “ T ire Size ” illustration later in this section.
Black plate (43,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-43 (2) T emporary Use Only : The compact spare tire or temporary use tire should not be driven at speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph). The compact spare tire is for emergency use when a regular road tire has lost air and gone flat.
Black plate (44,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-44 V ehicle Care vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U.S. T ire and Rim Association. (2) Tire Width : The three-digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall.
Black plate (45,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-45 before a tire has built up heat from driving. See Tire Pressure on page 10 ‑ 47 .
Black plate (46,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-46 V ehicle Care outward when mounted on a vehicle. The side of the tire that contains a whitewall, bears white lettering, or bears manufacturer , brand, and/or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire.
Black plate (47,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-47 V ehicle Placard : A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure.
Black plate (48,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-48 V ehicle Care Remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem. Press the tire gauge firmly onto the valve to get a pressure measurement.
Black plate (49,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-49 The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated.
Black plate (50,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-50 V ehicle Care A Tire and Loading Information label shows the size of the original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressure for the tires when they are cold.
Black plate (51,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-51 could prevent the TPMS from functioning properly . See Buying New Tires on page 10 ‑ 54 . . Operating electronic devices or being near facilities using radio wave frequencies similar to the TPMS could cause the TPMS sensors to malfunction.
Black plate (52,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-52 V ehicle Care times to indicate the sensor identification code has been matched to the driver side rear tire, and the TPMS sensor matching process is no longer active.
Black plate (53,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-53 Do not include the compact spare tire in the tire rotation. Adjust the front and rear tires to the recommended inflation pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label after the tires have been rotated.
Black plate (54,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-54 V ehicle Care The rubber in tires ages over time. This also applies to the spare tire, if the vehicle has one, even if it is never used.
Black plate (55,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-55 If proper rotation and maintenance have been done, all four tires should wear out at about the same time. See Tire Rotation on page 10 ‑ 52 for information on proper tire rotation.
Black plate (56,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-56 V ehicle Care The Tire and Loading Information label indicates the original equipment tires on the vehicle.
Black plate (57,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-57 nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or to some limited-production tires.
Black plate (58,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-58 V ehicle Care performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law . W arning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Black plate (59,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-59 Used Replaceme nt Wheels { W ARNING Replacing a wheel with a used one is dangerous. How it has been used or how far it has been driven may be unknown.
Black plate (60,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-60 V ehicle Care { W ARNING Driving on a flat tire will cause permanent damage to the tire. Re-inflating a tire after it has been driven on while severely underinflated or flat may cause a blowout and a serious crash.
Black plate (61,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-61 and compressor kit, see Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10 ‑ 61 . When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of wheel blocks (1).
Black plate (62,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-62 V ehicle Care equipment, and on some vehicles there may not be a place to store a tire. The tire sealant and compressor can be used to temporarily seal punctures up to 6 mm (0.
Black plate (63,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-63 There is only enough sealant to seal one tire. After usage, the tire sealant canister must be replaced.
Black plate (64,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-64 V ehicle Care 7. Attach the sealant/air hose (2) to the tire valve stem by turning it clockwise until tight. 8. Plug the power plug (9) into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle.
Black plate (65,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-65 12. Press the on/off button (5) to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit off. The tire is not sealed and will continue to leak air until the vehicle is driven and the sealant is distributed in the tire.
Black plate (66,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-66 V ehicle Care 24. Wipe off any sealant from the wheel, tire, or vehicle. 25. Dispose of the used tire sealant canister (4) at a local dealer or in accordance with local state codes and practices.
Black plate (67,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-67 1. Remove the compressor from its storage location. See Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10 ‑ 68 . 2. Remove the air only hose (10) and the power plug (9) from the bottom of the compressor .
Black plate (68,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-68 V ehicle Care 12. Turn the air only hose (10) counterclockwise to remove it from the tire valve stem. 13. Replace the tire valve stem cap. 14. Return the air only hose (10) and power plug (9) back to their original storage location.
Black plate (69,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-69 T o access the spare tire and tools: 1. Open the trunk or liftgate. See T runk (Sedan) on page 2 ‑ 8 or Liftgate (Hatchback) on page 2 ‑ 9 . 2. Lift the trim cover.
Black plate (70,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-70 V ehicle Care 4. Place the jack at the position marked with a half circle. 5. Insert the jack handle into the jack and the wheel wrench onto the end of the jack handle.
Black plate (71,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-71 W ARNING (Continued) off and cause an accident. When changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Black plate (72,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-72 V ehicle Care 14. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence, as shown. Notice: Wheel covers will not fit on the vehicle's compact spare. If you try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare, the cover or the spare could be damaged.
Black plate (73,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-73 Sedan Hatchback 5. Route the strap through the wheel, as shown. 6. Attach the other end of the strap to the other cargo tie-down in the rear of the vehicle.
Black plate (74,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-74 V ehicle Care Do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires. They will not fit. Keep the spare tire and its wheel together. Notice: Tire chains will not fit the compact spare.
Black plate (75,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-75 The jump start negative post and positive post are on the discharged battery on the driver side of the vehicle. The jump start positive post and negative post are on the battery of the vehicle providing the jump start.
Black plate (76,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-76 V ehicle Care W ARNING (Continued) add water to take care of that first. If you do not, explosive gas could be present. Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you.
Black plate (77,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-77 T owing T owing the V ehicle Notice: Incorrectly towing a disabled vehicle may cause damage. The damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty .
Black plate (78,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-78 V ehicle Care Dinghy T owing RS Model with Automatic T ransmissio n Notice: If the vehicle is towed with all four wheels on the ground, the drivetrain components could be damaged.
Black plate (79,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-79 Remember to reinstall the DLIS fuse once the destination has been reached. Notice: If 105 km/h (65 mph) is exceeded while towing the vehicle, it could be damaged.
Black plate (80,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-80 V ehicle Care Notice: T owing the vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground could cause transmission damage. Do not tow the vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground.
Black plate (81,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-81 repaired. Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar , tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc.
Black plate (82,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-82 V ehicle Care clean cloth. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 1 1 ‑ 12 . Tires Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to clean the tires. Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing products on the vehicle may damage the paint finish and/or tires.
Black plate (83,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-83 material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the vehicle warranty .
Black plate (84,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-84 V ehicle Care 3.78 L (1 gal) of water . A concentrated soap solution will leave a residue that creates streaks and attracts dirt. Do not use solutions that contain strong or caustic soap.
Black plate (85,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-85 3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center . Fold the cleaning cloth to a clean area frequently to prevent forcing the soil in to the fabric.
Black plate (86,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-86 V ehicle Care Do not use cleaners that increase gloss, especially on the instrument panel. Reflected glare can decrease visibility through the windshield under certain conditions.
Black plate (87,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 V ehicle Care 10-87 Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to unlock each retainer and remove. Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snap into position.
Black plate (88,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 10-88 V ehicle Care 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
Black plate (1,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Service and Maintenance 1 1-1 Service and Maintenance General Information General Information . . . . . . . . . . 1 1-1 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule . . . .
Black plate (2,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 1 1-2 Service and Maintenance frequent checks and services. The Additional Required Services ‐ Normal are for vehicles that: . Carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits on the Tire and Loading Information label.
Black plate (3,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Service and Maintenance 1 1-3 year . The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and the oil life system must be reset. Y our trained dealer technician can perform this work.
Black plate (4,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 1 1-4 Service and Maintenance . Check accelerator pedal for damage, high effort, or binding. Replace if needed. . Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear , cracks, or other damage.
Black plate (5,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Service and Maintenance 1 1-5 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
Black plate (6,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 1 1-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes — Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services — Normal (1) Or every two years, whichever comes first.
Black plate (7,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Service and Maintenance 1 1-7 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
Black plate (8,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 1 1-8 Service and Maintenance Footnotes — Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services — Severe (1) Or every two years, whichever comes first.
Black plate (9,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Service and Maintenance 1 1-9 Additional Maintenance and Care Y our vehicle is an important investment and caring for it properly may help to avoid future costly repairs.
Black plate (10,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 1 1-10 Service and Maintenance Hoses Hoses transport fluids and should be regularly inspected to ensure that there are no cracks or leaks. With a multi-point inspection, your dealer can inspect the hoses and advise if replacement is needed.
Black plate (11,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Service and Maintenance 1 1-1 1 Wheel Alignment Wheel alignment is critical for ensuring that the tires deliver optimal wear and performance. . Signs that the alignment may need to be adjusted include pulling, improper vehicle handling, or unusual tire wear .
Black plate (12,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 1 1-12 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number , or specification can be obtained from your dealer .
Black plate (13,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Service and Maintenance 1 1-13 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Black plate (14,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 1 1-14 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number , or specification can be obtained from your dealer .
Black plate (15,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Service and Maintenance 1 1-15 Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided.
Black plate (16,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 1 1-16 Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d.
Black plate (17,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Service and Maintenance 1 1-17 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d.
Black plate (18,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 1 1-18 Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d.
Black plate (1,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 T echnical Data 12-1 T echnical Data V ehicle Identification V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1 Service Parts Identification Label . .
Black plate (2,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 12-2 T echnical Data V ehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 1 1 ‑ 12 for more information.
Black plate (3,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 T echnical Data 12-3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code T ransmission Spark Plug Gap 1.4L L4 B Automatic and Manual 0.7 mm (0.028 in) 1.8L L4 LUW H Automatic and Manual 0.
Black plate (4,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 12-4 T echnical Data 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
Black plate (1,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Customer Information 13-1 Customer Information Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-1 Customer Assistance Offices .
Black plate (2,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by your dealership without further help, in the U.
Black plate (3,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Customer Information 13-3 STEP THREE — Canadian Owners: In the event that you do not feel your concerns have been ad.
Black plate (4,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 13-4 Customer Information Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 www .
Black plate (5,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Customer Information 13-5 Chevrolet Owner Centre (Canada) chevroleto wner .ca T ake a trip to the Chevrolet Owner Centre: . Chat live with online help representatives. .
Black plate (6,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 13-6 Customer Information . Model, year , color , and license plate number of the vehicle. . Odometer reading, V ehicle Identification Number (VIN), and delivery date of the vehicle.
Black plate (7,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Customer Information 13-7 restricted. Propane and other fuels are not provided through this service.
Black plate (8,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 13-8 Customer Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information. T ransportation Options W arranty service can generally be completed while you wait.
Black plate (9,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Customer Information 13-9 General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify , change, or discontinue Courtesy T.
Black plate (10,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 13-10 Customer Information Many insurance policies provide reduced protection to the GM vehicle by limiting compensation for damage repairs by using aftermarket collision parts.
Black plate (11,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Customer Information 13-1 1 original GM parts. Remember, recycled parts will not be covered by the GM vehicle warranty . Insurance pays the bill for the repair, but you must live with the repair .
Black plate (12,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 13-12 Customer Information Or write to: Helm, Incorporated Attention: Customer Service 4791 1 Halyard Drive Plymouth, MI 48170 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation.
Black plate (13,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Customer Information 13-13 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada, and you believe that the vehicle has a safety defect, notify Transport Canada immediately , and notify General Motors of Canada Limited.
Black plate (14,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 13-14 Customer Information Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR).
Black plate (15,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 Customer Information 13-15 OnStar T erms and Conditions and Privacy Statement on the OnStar website.
Black plate (16,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 13-16 Customer Information 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
Black plate (1,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1 OnStar Services Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-2 Security . . . . . . .
Black plate (2,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 14-2 OnStar Press the OnStar Emergency button > to get a priority connection to an Emergency Advisor available 24/7 to: . Get help for an emergency . . Be a Good Samaritan or respond to an AMBER Alert.
Black plate (3,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 OnStar 14-3 Using V oice Commands During a Planned Route Cancel Route 1. Press = . System responds: “ OnStar ready , ” then a tone. Say “ Cancel route. ” System responds: “ Do you want to cancel directions? ” 2.
Black plate (4,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 14-4 OnStar 2. Say “ Call. ” System responds: “ Please say the name or number to call. ” 3. Say the entire number without pausing, including a “ 1 ” and the area code.
Black plate (5,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 OnStar 14-5 Diagnostics OnStar V ehicle Diagnostics will perform a vehicle check every month. It will check the engine, transmission, antilock brakes, and major vehicle systems.
Black plate (6,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 14-6 OnStar OnStar services require a vehicle electrical system, wireless service, and GPS satellite technologies to be available and operating for features to function properly .
Black plate (7,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 OnStar 14-7 OnStar Personal Identification Number (PIN) A PIN is needed to access some of the OnStar services, like Remote Door Unlock and Stolen V ehicle Assistance. Y ou will be prompted to change the PIN the first time when speaking with an Advisor .
Black plate (8,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 14-8 OnStar V ehicle and Power Issues OnStar services require a vehicle electrical system, wireless service, and GPS satellite technologies to be available and operating for features to function properly .
Black plate (9,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 OnStar 14-9 unzip: This is version 2005-Feb-10 of the Info-ZIP copyright and license. The definitive version of this document should be available at ftp://ftp.info-zip.org/pub/infozip/ license.
Black plate (10,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/18/12 14-10 OnStar “ Pocket UnZip, ” “ WiZ ” or “ MacZip ” without the explicit permission of Info-ZIP . Such altered versions are further prohibited from misrepresentative use of the Zip-Bugs or Info-ZIP e-mail addresses or of the Info-ZIP URL(s).
Black plate (1,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 INDEX i-1 A Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3 Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18 Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . . . .
Black plate (2,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 i-2 INDEX B Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-23 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-74 Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6 Power Protection .
Black plate (3,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 INDEX i-3 Climate Control Systems . . . . . . . 8-1 Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 Clock .
Black plate (4,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 i-4 INDEX E Electrical Equipment, Add-On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-38 Electrical System Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Black plate (5,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 INDEX i-5 G Gasoline Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-34 Gauges Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Odometer . . . . . . . .
Black plate (6,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 i-6 INDEX K Keyless Entry Remote (RKE) System . . . . . . . . 2-3 Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 L Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . .
Black plate (7,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 INDEX i-7 M Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1-15 Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1-12 Malfunction Indicator Lamp .
Black plate (8,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 i-8 INDEX Perchlorate Materials Requirements, California . . . . . 10-3 Personalization V ehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-26 Phone Bluetooth . . .
Black plate (9,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 INDEX i-9 Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-5 Roof Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17 Rotation, Tires . .
Black plate (10,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 i-10 INDEX Start V ehicle, Remote . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . 10-24 Starting the Engine . . . . . . . 1-4, 9-16 Steering . . . . . . .
Black plate (11,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 INDEX i-1 1 T runk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 T urn and Lane-Change Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 T urn Signal Bulb Replacement .
Black plate (12,1) Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - 2013 - 2nd PrintReady - 10/11/12 i-12 INDEX 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
Un punto importante, dopo l’acquisto del dispositivo (o anche prima di acquisto) è quello di leggere il manuale. Dobbiamo farlo per diversi motivi semplici:
Se non hai ancora comprato il Chevrolet Sonic (2013) è un buon momento per familiarizzare con i dati di base del prodotto. Prime consultare le pagine iniziali del manuale d’uso, che si trova al di sopra. Dovresti trovare lì i dati tecnici più importanti del Chevrolet Sonic (2013) - in questo modo è possibile verificare se l’apparecchio soddisfa le tue esigenze. Esplorando le pagine segenti del manuali d’uso Chevrolet Sonic (2013) imparerai tutte le caratteristiche del prodotto e le informazioni sul suo funzionamento. Le informazioni sul Chevrolet Sonic (2013) ti aiuteranno sicuramente a prendere una decisione relativa all’acquisto.
In una situazione in cui hai già il Chevrolet Sonic (2013), ma non hai ancora letto il manuale d’uso, dovresti farlo per le ragioni sopra descritte. Saprai quindi se hai correttamente usato le funzioni disponibili, e se hai commesso errori che possono ridurre la durata di vita del Chevrolet Sonic (2013).
Tuttavia, uno dei ruoli più importanti per l’utente svolti dal manuale d’uso è quello di aiutare a risolvere i problemi con il Chevrolet Sonic (2013). Quasi sempre, ci troverai Troubleshooting, cioè i guasti più frequenti e malfunzionamenti del dispositivo Chevrolet Sonic (2013) insieme con le istruzioni su come risolverli. Anche se non si riesci a risolvere il problema, il manuale d’uso ti mostrerà il percorso di ulteriori procedimenti – il contatto con il centro servizio clienti o il servizio più vicino.
