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Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada-9085902) -

2016 - CRC - 5/27/15

Infotainment System

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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

Connect the USB device to the
USB port.

Play will start automatically after
the system has finished reading
the USB device.

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connected, an error message
displays and the system will
switch to the previous audio
function.

If the USB device is already
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Press audio.

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Press USB.

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to resume.

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Summary of Contents for sonic 2016

Page 1: ...2k16_CS6_Chevrolet_Sonic_23426672A_COVER pdf 1 7 20 2015 9 50 04 AM ...

Page 2: ... 5 Keys Doors and Windows 25 Seats and Restraints 43 Storage 86 Instruments and Controls 89 Lighting 120 Infotainment System 127 Climate Controls 176 Driving and Operating 180 Vehicle Care 219 Service and Maintenance 301 Technical Data 314 Customer Information 318 Reporting Safety Defects 329 OnStar 332 Index 342 ...

Page 3: ...f this owner manual Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Vehicle Owners Propriétaires Canadiens A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer at www helminc com or from On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l adresse savant...

Page 4: ...ormation Shown when the service manual has additional instructions or information 0 Shown when there is more information on another page see page Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean For more information on the symbol refer to the Index 9 Airbag Readiness Light Air Conditioning Antilock Brake System ABS Audio Steering Wheel Contr...

Page 5: ...Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 9085902 2016 CRC 5 27 15 4 Introduction 2 NOTES ...

Page 6: ...teering Wheel Adjustment 13 Interior Lighting 14 Exterior Lighting 14 Windshield Wiper Washer 15 Climate Controls 15 Transmission 16 Starting the Engine 17 Vehicle Features Radio s 18 Satellite Radio 19 Portable Audio Devices 19 Bluetooth 19 Steering Wheel Controls 20 Cruise Control 20 Driver Information Center DIC 21 Forward Collision Alert FCA System 21 Lane Departure Warning LDW 21 Rear Vision ...

Page 7: ...Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 9085902 2016 CRC 5 27 15 6 In Brief Instrument Panel ...

Page 8: ...ssenger Sensing System 0 62 11 Hazard Warning Flashers 0 122 12 Shift Lever See Automatic Transmission 0 198 If Equipped or Manual Transmission 0 200 If Equipped 13 Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 204 14 Trunk Release Sedan See Trunk Sedan 0 33 15 Power Outlets 0 94 16 Climate Control Systems 0 176 17 Central Locking Switch See Door Locks 0 30 18 Ignition Switch See Ignition Positi...

Page 9: ...o unlock the driver door or all doors Press Q to lock all doors Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized See Vehicle Personalization 0 113 If equipped press and hold Y to release the trunk Press and release 7 to initiate vehicle locator Press and hold 7 for at least three seconds to sound the panic alarm Press 7 again to cancel the panic alarm See Keys 0 25 and Remote Keyless Entry RKE System ...

Page 10: ...h Press the lock knob on the driver door to lock all doors and if equipped the liftgate To unlock the doors from inside the vehicle Press K on the central locking switch or on the driver door switch Pull the door handle Pulling the door handle again unlatches the door Lift the lock knob on the driver door to unlock the driver door See Door Locks 0 30 Liftgate To lock or unlock the liftgate from th...

Page 11: ...e touch pad Press and hold Y on the RKE transmitter See Trunk Sedan 0 33 and Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 27 Windows Manual Windows If equipped use the window crank to open and close each window See Manual Windows 0 40 Power Windows If equipped press 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 ...

Page 12: ...forth to be sure it is locked in place See Seat Adjustment 0 45 Seat Height Adjuster If available move the lever up or down to manually raise or lower the seat See Seat Adjustment 0 45 Reclining Seatbacks To 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 t...

Page 13: ...justed properly To achieve a comfortable seating position change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position See Head Restraints 0 43 and Seat Adjustment 0 45 Safety Belts Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly Safety Belts 0 50 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...

Page 14: ...side Mirrors For vehicles with power outside mirrors 1 Select the mirror by moving the selector switch to L for the driver side or R for the passenger side 2 Use the control knob to move the mirror in the desired direction See Power Mirrors 0 38 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 ...

Page 15: ...atically when a door is opened R Press to turn on the dome lamps Reading Lamps For vehicles with front reading lamps they are in the overhead console or Press to turn each lamp on or off For more information about interior lighting see Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 124 or Courtesy Lamps 0 124 Exterior Lighting The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the outboard side of t...

Page 16: ...n the right side of the steering column Move the lever to one of the following positions HI Use for fast wipes LO Use for slow wipes 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 OFF Use to turn the wipers off 1X For a single wipe briefly move the wiper lever down For several wip...

Page 17: ...ing Climate Control System with Heater Only 1 Temperature Control 2 Fan Control 3 Air Delivery Mode Control 4 Rear Window Defogger See Climate Control Systems 0 176 Transmission Automatic Transmission Manual Mode This position allows you to change gears similar to a manual transmission To use this feature 1 Move the shift lever from D Drive rearward to M Manual Mode 2 Press the plus end of the but...

Page 18: ...ift into R Reverse press down the clutch pedal lift up the ring on the shift lever and shift into R Reverse Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal See Manual Transmission 0 200 Starting the Engine The vehicle has a Computer Controlled Cranking System It assists in starting the engine and protects components If the ignition key is turned to START and then released wh...

Page 19: ...d the number of available favorite pages can be set Storing Stations To store the station to a position in the list press the corresponding button 1 to 6 until a beep is heard Retrieving Stations Press the FAV button to open a favorite page or to switch to another favorite page Briefly press one of the 1 to 6 buttons to retrieve the station See Storing a Favorite Station under Radio Controls witho...

Page 20: ...om or call 1 866 635 2349 U S www xmradio ca or call 1 877 209 0079 Canada See Satellite Radio 0 140 Portable Audio Devices Some vehicles have a 3 5 mm 1 8 in auxiliary input and a USB port in the storage area to the right of the infotainment system A second AUX input is on the front of the infotainment system if equipped External devices such as iPods laptop computers MP3 players CD changers and ...

Page 21: ...or Bluetooth systems press to reject an incoming call or end a current call _ SRC Press to select an audio source Toggle up or down to select the next or previous favorite radio station USB file iPod iPhone song or Bluetooth music Toggle and hold up or down to fast forward or reverse the radio stations USB files iPod iPhone songs or Bluetooth music x Press or to increase or decrease the volume See...

Page 22: ...rd Collision Alert FCA System If equipped FCA may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front end crashes FCA provides a green indicator V when a vehicle is detected ahead When approaching a vehicle ahead too quickly FCA provides a red flashing alert and rapidly beeps This alert stays lit if you follow a vehicle much too closely See Forward Collision Alert FCA System 0 210 Lane Departure Warning...

Page 23: ...s 0 94 Sunroof On vehicles with this feature the sunroof only operates when the ignition is turned to ON RUN or Retained Accessory Power RAP is active Open Close To open the sunroof press and hold the rear of the switch To close the sunroof press and hold the front of the switch Vent Press and hold the front of the switch to vent the sunroof Express Open Press and release the rear of the switch to...

Page 24: ... Pressure Monitor This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS The low tire pressure warning light alerts to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle s tires If the warning light comes on stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label See Vehicle Load Limits 0 187 The warning light will remain on u...

Page 25: ...Oil Life System 0 228 Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel mileage Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time When road and weather conditions are appropriate use cruise control Always follow posted speed limits or drive m...

Page 26: ...ion 37 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors 38 Manual Mirrors 38 Power Mirrors 38 Folding Mirrors 39 Heated Mirrors 39 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror 39 Windows Windows 39 Manual Windows 40 Power Windows 40 Sun Visors 41 Roof Sunroof 42 Keys and Locks Keys Warning Leaving children in a vehicle with a Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is dangerous and children or others could be seriously in...

Page 27: ...tion key and Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter if equipped are connected to the provided key rings The ignition key key rings and RKE transmitter if equipped are designed to work together As a system it reduces the risk of unintentionally moving the key out of the RUN position If replacements or additions are required see your dealer Limit added items to a few essential keys or small light item...

Page 28: ...rmance of the transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 0 27 With Remote Start Shown The following buttons are on the transmitter Q Lock Press to lock all doors The turn signal indicators may flash and or the horn may sound to indicate locking See Vehicle Personalization 0 113 If the driver door is open when Q is pressed all doors lock except the driver door if Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out is...

Page 29: ... replacement transmitter is programmed to this vehicle all remaining transmitters must also be reprogrammed Any lost or stolen transmitters will no longer work once the new transmitter is programmed See your dealer to have new transmitters programmed Programming with a Recognized Transmitter To program a new key 1 Insert the original already programmed key in the ignition and turn the key to the O...

Page 30: ...er Remote Vehicle Start If equipped this feature allows the engine to be started from outside the vehicle Remote Vehicle Start This button will be on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start The climate control system will use the previous settings during a remote start The rear defog may come on during remote start based on cold ambient conditions The rear fog indicator light does not ...

Page 31: ...allowed between ignition cycles After this the vehicle s ignition switch must be turned to ON RUN and then back to LOCK OFF using the key before the remote start procedure can be used again Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start do one of the following Press and hold until the parking lamps turn off Turn on the hazard warning flashers Turn the vehicle on and then off Conditions in Which...

Page 32: ...lock the doors from inside the vehicle Press Q on the central locking switch or on the driver door switch Press the lock knob on the driver door to lock all doors and if equipped the liftgate To unlock the doors from inside the vehicle Press K on the central locking switch or on the driver door switch Pull the door handle Pulling the door handle again unlatches the door Lift the lock knob on the d...

Page 33: ...ust be in Neutral with the parking brake set This feature can be programmed See Vehicle Personalization 0 113 Lockout Protection If the driver side power door lock switch is pressed when the driver door is open and the key is in the ignition all of the doors will lock and then the driver door will unlock Lockout Protection can be manually overridden with the driver door open by pressing and holdin...

Page 34: ...pen or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the hatch trunk or liftgate Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or hatch trunk open Close all of the windows Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Adjust the climate control s...

Page 35: ...n the RKE transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 27 Emergency Trunk Release Handle Caution Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle There is a glow in the dark emergency trunk release handle on the underside of the trunk lid This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull t...

Page 36: ...imate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the Continued Warning Continued highest setting See Climate Control Systems in the Index If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate disable the power liftgate function For more information about carbon monoxide see Engine Exhaust 0 197 To lock or unlock the liftgate from the inside press Q or K on the ...

Page 37: ...ing the alarm system is operating Pressing Q on the RKE transmitter a second time will bypass the 30 second delay and immediately arm the alarm system The vehicle alarm system will not arm if the doors are locked with the key If the driver door is opened without first unlocking with the RKE transmitter the horn will chirp and the lights will flash to indicate pre alarm If the vehicle is not starte...

Page 38: ... with the correct key The key uses a transponder that matches an immobilizer control unit in the vehicle and automatically disarms the system Only an authorized key starts the vehicle The vehicle may not start if the key is damaged The security light in the instrument cluster comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft deterrent system When trying to start the vehicle the sec...

Page 39: ...Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes The passenger side mirror is convex shaped A convex mirror s surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat Manual Mirrors Move the control up down or side to side to adjust the mirror See Folding Mirrors 0 39 Power Mirrors For vehicles with power outside mirrors 1 Select the mirror by moving the selector switch...

Page 40: ...r under Climate Control Systems 0 176 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 Push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use Vehicles with OnStar have three control buttons at the bottom of the mirror See your dealer for ...

Page 41: ...th children When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows If equipped press the switch 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 See Retained Accessory Power RAP 0 194 Express Window Operation...

Page 42: ...UN or when RAP is active close all doors 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 4 Continue holding the switch up for approximately two seconds after the window is completely closed The window is now reprogrammed Window Lockout This feature prevents the rear passenger windows from operating except fr...

Page 43: ...nt Press and hold the front of the switch to vent the sunroof Express Open Press and release the rear of the switch to express open Manually close the sunshade The sunroof will not operate if the vehicle has an electrical failure Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise It could also plug the water drainage system Per...

Page 44: ...ee after an Airbag Inflates 61 Passenger Sensing System 62 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 66 Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 66 Airbag System Check 67 Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash 67 Child Restraints Older Children 68 Infants and Young Children 69 Child Restraint Systems 72 Where to Put the Restraint 73 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 74 Re...

Page 45: ...head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place To lower the head restraint press the button located on the top of the seatback and push the head restraint down Try to move the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place The front seat outboard head restraints are not removeable Rear Seats The vehicle s rear seats have adjustable head restraints in th...

Page 46: ...restraints are not removable Front Seats Seat Adjustment Manual Seats Warning You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving To adjust a manual seat 1 Pull up on the handle at the front of the seat 2 Slide the seat to the desired position and release the handle 3 Try to move the seat back...

Page 47: ...n place To return the seatback to the upright position 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked Warning 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 The shoulder belt will no...

Page 48: ...ecially for long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat such as a blanket cushion cover or similar item This may cause the seat heater to overheat An overheated seat heater may cause a burn or may damage the seat If equipped the controls are on the climate control system To operate the engine must be running Press M or L to heat the driver or passenger seat T...

Page 49: ...f an unoccupied seat may be reduced This is normal See Remote Vehicle Start 0 29 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 Caution Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to t...

Page 50: ... attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted To raise a seatback 1 Lift the seatback up and push it rearward to lock it in place Make sure the safety belt is in the retainer hook and is no...

Page 51: ...passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Always wear a safety belt and check that all passenger s are restrained properly too This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the safety belts See Safety Belt Reminders 0 98 Why Safety Belts Work When riding in a vehicle you travel as fast as the vehicle does If the vehicle stops suddenly you ...

Page 52: ...tics show that unbelted people are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts There are important things to know about wearing a safety belt properly Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you Always use the correct buckle for your seating position Wear the lap part of the belt low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this app...

Page 53: ... to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way the child restraint locking feature may be engaged If this happens let the belt go back all the way and start again For the driver and front outboard passenger belts if the webbing locks in the latch plate before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate to flat to unlock ...

Page 54: ...bbing returns quickly to the stowed position the retractor may lock and cannot be pulled out If this happens pull the safety belt straight out firmly to unlock the webbing and then release it If the webbing is still locked in the retractor see your dealer Before a door is closed be sure the belt is out of the way If a door is slammed against a safety belt damage can occur to both the safety belt a...

Page 55: ...ctivation are met Safety belt pretensioners can also help tighten the safety belts in a side crash or a rollover event Pretensioners work only once If the pretensioners activate in a crash the pretensioners and probably other new parts of the vehicle s safety belt system will need to be replaced See Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash 0 55 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Rear safety b...

Page 56: ...eet that comes with the extender 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 Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job See your dealer to have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a c...

Page 57: ...mounted side impact airbag for the front outboard passenger Seat mounted side impact airbags for the second row outboard passengers A roof rail airbag for the driver and the passenger seated directly behind the driver A roof rail airbag for the front outboard passenger and the passenger seated directly behind the front outboard passenger All vehicle airbags have the word AIRBAG on the trim or on a...

Page 58: ... unnecessarily close to any airbag as you would be if sitting on the edge of the seat or leaning forward Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash Always wear a safety belt even with airbags The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle The safety belts and the front outboard passenger airbags are most effective when you are sit...

Page 59: ...er side instrument panel The driver knee airbag is below the steering column The front outboard passenger knee airbag is below the glove box 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 The roof rail airbags for the driver front outboard passenger and second row outboar...

Page 60: ...ng roof rail airbag will be blocked When Should an Airbag Inflate This vehicle is equipped with airbags See Airbag System 0 56 Airbags are designed to inflate if the impact exceeds the specific airbag system s deployment threshold Deployment thresholds are used to predict how severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inflate and help restrain the occupants The vehicle has electroni...

Page 61: ...h roof rail airbags will inflate when either side of the vehicle is struck if the sensing system predicts that the vehicle is about to roll over on its side or in a severe frontal impact In any particular crash no one can say whether an airbag should have inflated simply because of the vehicle damage or the repair costs What Makes an Airbag Inflate In a deployment event the sensing system sends an...

Page 62: ...in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or a door If you experience breathing problems following an airbag deplo...

Page 63: ... sensing system for the front outboard passenger position The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started United States Canada The words ON and OFF or the symbols for on and off will be visible during the system check When the system check is complete either the word ON or OFF or the symbol for on or off will be visible See Passenger Airbag Stat...

Page 64: ...t outboard passenger seat always move the seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag if The front outboard passenger seat is unoccupied The system determines that an infant is present in a rear facing infant seat The system determines that a...

Page 65: ...tant safety information If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit 1 Turn the vehicle off 2 Remove the child restraint from the vehicle 3 Remove any additional items from the seat such as blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat massagers 4 Reinstall the child restraint following the directions provided by the chil...

Page 66: ...n indicator is lit Warning If the front outboard passenger airbag is turned off for an adult sized occupant the airbag will not be able to inflate and help protect that person in a crash resulting in an increased risk of serious injury or even death An adult sized occupant should not Continued Warning Continued ride in the front outboard passenger seat if the passenger airbag off indicator is lit ...

Page 67: ...e close to an airbag when it inflates Avoid yellow connectors They are probably part of the airbag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle Adding accessories that change the vehicle s frame bumper system height front end or side sheet metal may keep the airbag system fr...

Page 68: ...acement Make sure the airbag readiness light is working See Airbag Readiness Light 0 99 Caution If an airbag covering is damaged opened or broken the airbag may not work properly Do not open or break the airbag coverings If there are any opened or broken airbag coverings have the airbag covering and or airbag module replaced For the location of the airbags see Where Are the Airbags 0 58 See your d...

Page 69: ...eturn to the booster seat Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips touching the thighs If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Can proper safety belt fit be maintained for the length of the trip If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Q What is the proper way to wear safety belts A An older child should wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder be...

Page 70: ...the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury The child might also slide under the lap belt The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle...

Page 71: ...riate child restraints Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people or can be thrown out of the vehicle Warning Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle Due to crash forces an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash For example in a cr...

Page 72: ...standards The restraint manufacturer instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs Warning To reduce the risk of neck and head injury in a crash infants and toddlers should be secured in a rear facing child restraint until age two or until th...

Page 73: ...ep the infant positioned in the restraint Forward Facing Child Seat A forward facing child seat provides restraint for the child s body with the harness 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 Securing an Add On Child Restraint in the Vehicle Warning A child can be s...

Page 74: ... or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the vehicle even when no child is in it In some areas of the United States and Canada Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians CPSTs are available to inspect and demonstrate how to correctly use and install child restraints In the U S refer to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NH...

Page 75: ...a rear seating position study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle Child restraints and booster seats vary considerably in size and some may fit in certain seating positions better than others Depending on where you place the child restraint and the size of the child restraint you may not be able to access adjacent safety belt assembli...

Page 76: ...traint with a top tether you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether and anchor The LATCH anchorage system can be used until the combined weight of the child plus the child restraint is 29 5 kg 65 lbs Use the safety belt alone instead of the LATCH anchorage system once the ...

Page 77: ... restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations I Top Tether Ancho...

Page 78: ...int will be placed Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint sys...

Page 79: ...oulder belt is locked and tightened around a child s neck the only way to loosen the belt is to cut it Buckle any unused safety belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock and tighten the belt behind the child restraint after the child restraint has been installed Caution Do not let the LATCH attachments rub...

Page 80: ...hild restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor if equipped Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps 2 1 Find the top tether anchor 2 2 Open the cover if equipped to access the top tether anchors 2 3 For hatchback models remove the cargo cover before installing the top tether The cargo cover ...

Page 81: ...o more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement for proper installation Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash Warning A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash To help make sure the LATCH system is working properly after a crash Continued Warning Continued see your dealer to ha...

Page 82: ...sition does not have the LATCH system you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position 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 If more than one child restraint needs to be installed in the rear seat be sure to read Where to Put the Restraint 0 73 1 Put the child re...

Page 83: ...y belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor disconnect it Securing Child Restraints Front Passenger Seat This vehicle ha...

Page 84: ...d restraint uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 74 for top tether anchor locations Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward fa...

Page 85: ...ctor to set the lock When the retractor lock is set the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor 6 To 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 When installing a forward facing child restraint it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the...

Page 86: ...nd forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement If the airbags are off the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started If a child restraint has been installed and the off symbol is not lit see If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint under Passenger Sensing System 0 ...

Page 87: ...ional Storage Features Cargo Cover Hatchback 87 Storage Compartments Warning Do not store heavy or sharp objects in storage compartments In a crash these objects may cause the cover to open and could result in injury Instrument Panel Storage Lift up on the lever to open If equipped the storage area has an auxiliary input jack and USB port inside See USB Port 0 142 and Auxiliary Devices 0 144 Glove...

Page 88: ...ompartment cover 1 Align the front sides of the load compartment cover into the slots on both sides at the front of the load compartment 2 Lower the load compartment cover onto the lip around the load compartment Additional Storage Features Cargo Cover Hatchback Warning An unsecured cargo cover could strike people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Store the cargo cover securely or remove it f...

Page 89: ...anada 9085902 2016 CRC 5 27 15 88 Storage To install the cargo cover 1 Align the clips on the underside of the cargo cover over the pins on both sides of the cargo area and push down 2 Reconnect both of the cords to the hooks at the top of the liftgate ...

Page 90: ...rake System Warning Light 102 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 103 Up Shift Light 103 Power Steering Warning Light 104 Lane Departure Warning LDW Light 104 Forward Collision Alert FCA Warning Light 104 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 104 Traction Off Light 105 StabiliTrak OFF Light 105 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 105 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light 106 Tire Pressure Light...

Page 91: ...tooth Voice Recognition 0 153 or Bluetooth Overview 0 146 or Bluetooth Infotainment Controls 0 147 or OnStar if equipped i Mute End Call Press to decline an incoming call to end speech recognition or to end a current call Press to silence the vehicle speakers while using the infotainment system Press again to turn the sound on For vehicles with OnStar or Bluetooth systems press to reject an incomi...

Page 92: ...iately stop If the windshield wiper lever is then moved to OFF before the driver door is opened or within 10 minutes the wipers will restart and move to the base of the windshield If the ignition is put in OFF while the wipers are performing wipes due to windshield washing the wipers continue to run until they reach the base of the windshield n L Windshield Washer Pull the windshield wiper lever t...

Page 93: ...y operate continuously when the shift lever is in R Reverse and the front windshield wiper is performing low or high speed wipes If the rear wiper control is off the shift lever is in R Reverse and the front windshield wiper is performing interval wipes then the rear wiper automatically performs interval wipes This feature can be changed See Vehicle Personalization 0 113 The windshield washer rese...

Page 94: ...year To set the 12 24 hour format 1 Press CLOCK 2 Select Time and Date Settings 3 Highlight Set Time Format 4 Press the MENU TUNE knob to select the 12 hour or 24 hour display format To set the month and day format 1 Press CLOCK 2 Select Time and Date Settings 3 Highlight Set Date Format 4 Press the MENU TUNE knob to select MM DD YYYY month day year or DD MM YYYY day month year or YYYY MM DD year ...

Page 95: ...he cupholders on the center floor console Remove the cover to access and replace when not in use Warning Power is always supplied to the outlets Do not leave electrical equipment plugged in when the vehicle is not in use because the vehicle could catch fire and cause injury or death Caution Leaving electrical equipment plugged in for an extended period of time while the vehicle is off will drain t...

Page 96: ...nd Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving or when one of the...

Page 97: ...Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 9085902 2016 CRC 5 27 15 96 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Manual Transmission Shown Metric Similar ...

Page 98: ...p odometer is displayed Be careful not to reset the engine oil life monitor accidentally Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Caution If the engine is operated with the rpm s in the warning area at the high end of the tachometer the vehicle could be damaged and the damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not operate the engine with the rp...

Page 99: ...heir safety belt Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled This cycle may continue several times if the driver remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving If the driver safety belt is buckled neither the light nor the chime comes on Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light There is a passenger safety belt reminder light near the passenger airbag status indicator See Passenge...

Page 100: ...ng it means the airbag system might not be working properly The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a crash To help avoid injury have the vehicle serviced right away Passenger Airbag Status Indicator The vehicle has a passenger sensing system See Passenger Sensing System 0 62 for important safety information The instrument panel has a passenger ai...

Page 101: ...ging System Light This light will come on briefly when the ignition is turned on and the engine is not running as a check to show it is working It should go out when the engine is started If it stays on or comes on while driving there may be a problem with the electrical charging system Have it checked by your dealer Driving while this light is on could drain the battery If a short distance must b...

Page 102: ...ehicle speed and avoid hard accelerations and uphill grades If the light continues to flash find a safe place to park Turn the vehicle off and wait at least 10 seconds before restarting the engine If the light is still flashing follow the previous guidelines and see your dealer for service as soon as possible If the light is on steady A malfunction has been detected Diagnosis and service may be re...

Page 103: ...vehicle will not pass or cannot be made ready for the test Service Vehicle Soon Light For vehicles with this light it comes on if a condition exists that may require the vehicle to be taken in for service If the light comes on take the vehicle to your dealer for service as soon as possible Owner Manual Indicator This symbol is shown when you need to see the owner manual for additional instructions...

Page 104: ... Light This light comes on briefly when the engine is started If the light stays on turn the ignition to LOCK OFF or if the light comes on stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays on or comes on again while driving the vehicle needs service See your dealer If the regular brake system warning light is not on the brak...

Page 105: ...not come on have the vehicle serviced This light is green if LDW is on and ready to operate This light changes to amber and flashes to indicate that the lane marking has been crossed without using a turn signal in that direction See Lane Departure Warning LDW 0 212 Forward Collision Alert FCA Warning Light This light is on the center of the instrument panel The red forward collision alert comes on...

Page 106: ...ave the vehicle serviced by your dealer This light comes on when the StabiliTrak system is turned off If StabiliTrak is off the Traction Control System TCS is also off If the StabiliTrak and TCS are off the system does not assist in controlling the vehicle Turn on the TCS and the StabiliTrak systems and the warning light turns off See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 204 Traction Co...

Page 107: ...s with the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS this light comes on briefly when the engine is started It provides information about tire pressures and the TPMS When the Light Is On Steady This indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly underinflated Stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the pressure value shown on the Tire and Loading Information label See Tire Pressure 0 ...

Page 108: ... dealer Low Fuel Warning Light This light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is turned on as a check to indicate it is working If it does not come on have it fixed This light comes on when the vehicle is low on fuel The low fuel warning light comes on when there are approximately 6 0 L 1 7 gal of fuel remaining in the tank To turn the light off add fuel to the fuel tank See Filling the T...

Page 109: ...ht This light comes on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer 0 121 Daytime Running Lamps DRL Indicator Light This light turns on whenever the Daytime Running Lamps are in use See Daytime Running Lamps DRL 0 121 Front Fog Lamp Light For vehicles with fog lamps this light comes on when the fog lamps are on The light goes out when the fog lamps are turned off See ...

Page 110: ...nt cluster DIC Operation and Displays The DIC has different displays which can be accessed by using the DIC buttons on the turn signal lever on the left side of the steering wheel The DIC displays trip fuel and warning messages if a system problem is detected See Trip Computer 0 111 and Vehicle Messages 0 111 DIC Buttons 1 SET CLR Press to set or clear the menu item displayed This is not used to r...

Page 111: ...s displayed You will have to select 1 or 2 for the language display 1 is Alphabet and 2 is Arabic Numeral Press SET CLR to confirm the setting Tire Learn This menu is not available while the vehicle is moving This display allows for matching of the TPMS sensors See Tire Pressure Monitor System 0 262 and Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 263 Remaining Oil Life This menu is not available while the v...

Page 112: ...d When changing the engine oil be sure to reset the Oil Life System See Engine Oil Life System 0 228 Engine Oil 0 226 and Maintenance Schedule 0 302 Tire Messages LF XX RF XX LR XX or RR XX A message displays when the tire pressure is low It shows the location of the low tire and the approximate pressure of the low tire If a tire pressure message appears stop as soon as you can Inflate the tires b...

Page 113: ...h This display shows the average speed To reset the average speed to zero press and hold the SET CLR button while the average speed is displayed Fuel Range Metric Shown English Similar This displays the approximate distance the vehicle can be driven without refueling The fuel range estimate is based on an average of the vehicle s fuel economy over recent driving history and the amount of fuel rema...

Page 114: ...e timer is displayed The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset not including time the ignition is off The timer will record up to 99 59 hours after which the display will return to zero To reset the timer to zero press and hold SET CLR Vehicle Personalization Personalization Menu Radio without Touchscreen Use the audio system controls to access the per...

Page 115: ... placed in R Reverse with the front wipers on Select On or Off Language Select Language then select from the available language s Lighting Select the Lighting menu and the following may display Exterior Vehicle Locator Lights Exit Lighting Exterior Vehicle Locator Lights This allows selection of whether the exterior lamps will turn on when unlocking the vehicle Select On or Off Exit Lighting Selec...

Page 116: ...ill unlock when pressing K on the RKE transmitter Select All Doors or Driver Door Only When set to Driver Door Only the driver door will unlock the first time K is pressed and all doors will unlock when K is pressed a second time When set to All Doors all of the doors will unlock at the first press of K Return to Factory Settings Select Return to Factory Settings to return all of the vehicle perso...

Page 117: ...Select and the following may display Auto Volume Radio Favorites Radio Tune Bar Radio Text XM Categories Radio Factory Settings Auto Volume This feature adjusts the radio volume to compensate for road and wind noise as the vehicle speeds up or slows down so that the volume level is consistent Select Off Low Medium or High Radio Favorites This feature sets the number of favorite pages displayed Pre...

Page 118: ...ock Unlock Settings Rear Camera Option Vehicle Factory Settings Climate Air Quality Select and Remote Start Heated Seats may display Select On or Off Comfort Convenience Select and the following may display Chime Volume Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear Chime Volume Select to set the chime volume level Select Normal or High Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear Select to set this feature on or off When on and the fro...

Page 119: ...r is closed Three chimes will signal that delayed locking is in use Pressing either Q or K on the RKE transmitter twice will override the delayed locking feature and immediately lock all of the doors Select On or Off Lock Unlock Settings Select and the following may display Remote Unlock Light Feedback Remote Lock Light Horn Feedback Remote Door Unlock Remote Unlock Light Feedback When on the exte...

Page 120: ...When on a beep will be heard when pressing the screen When off the beep is canceled Select On or Off Max Startup Volume This allows the startup volume of the infotainment system to be set Press S or T to select the desired volume from 9 21 System Version Press to view the version of the infotainment system DivX VOD Press DivX VOD DIVX VIDEO DivX is a digital video format created by DivX LLC a subs...

Page 121: ...he exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the outboard side of the steering column There are four positions O Off Briefly turn to this position to turn the automatic light control off or on again AUTO Automatic Turns the headlamps on automatically at normal brightness together with the following Parking Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Sidemarker Lamps Parki...

Page 122: ...d on all vehicles first sold in Canada This indicator light turns on in the instrument cluster when the DRL are on A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work so be sure it is not covered The DRL system makes the low beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when the following conditions are met The ignition is in the ON RUN mode The exterior lamp control is in AUTO The e...

Page 123: ... on when they are not needed The system may also turn on the headlamps when driving through a parking garage or tunnel Lights On with Wipers If the windshield wipers are activated in daylight with the engine on and the exterior lamp control is in AUTO the headlamps parking lamps and other exterior lamps come on The transition time for the lamps coming on varies based on wiper speed When the wipers...

Page 124: ...bulbs If a bulb is not burned out check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers 0 248 or Bulb Replacement 0 243 Turn Signal On Chime If the turn signal is left on for more than 1 2 km 0 75 mi a chime will sound at each flash of the turn signal To turn the chime off move the turn signal lever to the neutral position Fog Lamps If equipped with front fog lamps the button is on the outboard side of th...

Page 125: ... the instrument panel controls and infotainment display screen Courtesy Lamps The courtesy lamps come on automatically when any door is opened and the dome lamp is in the door position Dome Lamps The dome lamp controls are in the headliner above the rear seats 9 Dome Lamp Override Press to turn the lamps off even when a door is open H Door When the button is returned to the middle position the lam...

Page 126: ...ment EPM that estimates the battery s temperature and state of charge It then adjusts the voltage for best performance and extended life of the battery When the battery s state of charge is low the voltage is raised slightly to quickly bring the charge back up When the state of charge is high the voltage is lowered slightly to prevent overcharging If the vehicle has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage ...

Page 127: ... are left on and the ignition is turned off the battery rundown protection system automatically turns the lamp off after some time Exterior Lighting Battery Saver The exterior lamps turn off about 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off if the parking lamps or headlamps have been manually left on This protects against draining the battery To restart the 10 minute timer turn the exterior lamp c...

Page 128: ... Hands Free Phone 158 Downloadable Applications Smartphone Link Overview 160 Smartphone Link Pandora 162 Smartphone Link Stitcher 164 Bluetooth Phone Devices Pictures and Movies Audio System 165 Pictures and Movies Picture System 170 Pictures and Movies Movie System 172 Trademarks and License Agreements Trademarks and License Agreements 174 Introduction Infotainment Read the following pages to bec...

Page 129: ...e buttons and screen buttons Set up the audio by presetting favorite stations setting the tone and adjusting the speakers Set up phone numbers in advance so they can be called easily by touching a single button or by using a single voice command if equipped with Bluetooth phone capability See Defensive Driving 0 181 To play the infotainment system with the ignition off see Retained Accessory Power...

Page 130: ...e favorites list 2 O VOL Power Volume Turns the system on or off and adjusts the volume 3 Buttons 1 6 Radio Saves and selects favorite stations 4 AUX Port 3 5 mm 1 8 in connection for external devices 5 CONFIG Configuration Opens the Configuration menu 6 INFO Information Radio Shows available information about the current station 7 TONE Opens the Tone menu ...

Page 131: ...u 10 MEDIA Selects external audio source 11 BACK Menu Moves one level back Character Input Deletes the last character 12 RADIO BAND Changes the band while listening to the radio Selects the radio when listening to a different audio source 13 Push MENU TUNE Radio Manually selects radio stations 14 SEEK Radio Seeks the previous station 15 SEEK Radio Seeks the next station ...

Page 132: ...o to the Home Page See Home Page Radio with Touchscreen 0 131 Home Page Radio with Touchscreen Touchscreen Buttons Touchscreen buttons show on the screen when available When a function is unavailable the button may gray out When a function is selected the button may highlight Home Page Features Press F to go to the Home Page e audio Press to select AM FM SiriusXM if equipped USB iPod Bluetooth Aud...

Page 133: ...heel controls if equipped Turning the System On or Off O VOL Power Volume Press to turn the system on and off Automatic Switch Off If the infotainment system is on after the ignition is turned off the system will turn off automatically after 10 minutes Volume Control O VOL Power Volume Turn to adjust the volume 5 Phone Mute For vehicles with OnStar press and hold 5 to mute the infotainment system ...

Page 134: ... that it has a submenu with other options Activating a Setting 1 Turn the Push MENU TUNE knob to highlight the setting 2 Press the Push MENU TUNE button to activate the setting Entering a Character Sequence 1 Turn the Push MENU TUNE knob to highlight the setting 2 Press the Push MENU TUNE button to select the character Audio Settings The audio settings can be set for each radio band and each audio...

Page 135: ...op Rock Classical Talk or Country Press the BACK button to go back to the Tone Settings menu System Settings Configuring the Number of Favorite Pages To configure the number of available favorite pages 1 Press the Push MENU TUNE button 2 Select Radio Settings 3 Select Radio Favorites 4 Select the number of available favorite pages 5 Press the BACK button to go back to the System Configuration menu...

Page 136: ...nd noise The level of volume compensation can be selected or the feature can be turned off 1 Press D 2 Select Settings 3 Select Radio Settings 4 Select Auto Volume 5 Select the setting by pressing S or T 6 Press 4 Auto Store AS This feature automatically stores the stations with the strongest reception To store or update the stations press and hold the AS screen button To listen to a auto stored s...

Page 137: ...tations INFO Press to display additional information that may be available for the current song SEEK Press to search for the next station SEEK Press to search for the previous station FAV Press to open the favorites list and select the favorites page 1 6 Press to select preset stations RDS Radio Data System The radio may have RDS The RDS feature is available for use only on FM stations that broadc...

Page 138: ...f a station list has not been created an automatic station search is done 3 The first station in the list will play Category Lists Most stations that broadcast an RDS program type code specify the type of programming transmitted Some stations change the program type code depending on the content The system stores the RDS stations sorted by program type in the FM category list To search for a progr...

Page 139: ...e RDS Radio Data System The radio may have RDS The RDS feature is available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information This feature only works when the information from the radio station is available In rare cases a radio station could broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While the radio is tuned...

Page 140: ...he 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 Category List From the FM menu press FM category list on the screen Press Q or R to scroll through the list Press on the station to select it Update Station List From the AM or FM menu press update AM or FM station list on the screen The broadcasting list updating wi...

Page 141: ...ntact SiriusXM at www siriusxm com or 1 866 635 2349 U S and www xmradio ca or 1 877 209 0079 Canada Finding a Channel RADIO BAND Press to choose XM The display will show the selection SEEK Press to seek the next XM channel SEEK Press to seek the previous XM channel MENU TUNE Turn to go to the next XM channel Storing a SiriusXM Channel Drivers are encouraged to set up XM channel favorites while th...

Page 142: ... AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other For better radio reception most AM radio stations boost the power levels during the day and then reduce these levels during the night Static can also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception When this happens try reducing the treble...

Page 143: ... affected if the sunroof is open Multi Band Antenna The multi band antenna is on the roof of the vehicle The antenna is used for the AM FM radio OnStar the SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service System and GPS Global Positioning System if the vehicle has these features Keep the antenna clear of obstructions for clear reception If the vehicle has a sunroof the performance of the features listed above may...

Page 144: ...re The Infotainment system supports Up to 2 500 folders Up to 10 folders in depth Up to 2 500 music files Up to 2 500 photo files Up to 250 movie files ID3 Tag versions 1 0 1 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 FAT16 FAT32 exFAT Connecting a USB Storage Device or iPod iPhone To connect a USB storage device connect the device to the USB port To connect an iPod iPhone connect one end of the device s cable to the iPod iPh...

Page 145: ...een radio the AUX input is on the front of the infotainment system See Overview Radio with Touchscreen 0 131 or Overview AM FM Radio 0 129 Portable devices are controlled by using the menu system described in Operation 0 132 1 3 5 mm 1 8 in Auxiliary Input Jack 2 USB Port See USB Port 0 142 Radio without Touchscreen Connect a 3 5 mm 1 8 in cable to the auxiliary input jack to use a portable audio ...

Page 146: ... is limited to older versions of iPhone Using the AUX Movie Menu 1 Press MENU from the AUX movie screen The AUX menu is displayed 2 Press the desired menu tone settings Adjust the sound setup See Tone Settings under Radio Controls with Touchscreen in Operation 0 132 clock temp display To display the clock and temperature on the full screen select On or Off display settings Adjust the brightness an...

Page 147: ...e cell phone s address book or contact list with the vehicle To minimize driver distraction before driving and with the vehicle parked Become familiar with the features of the cell phone Organize the phone book and contact lists clearly and delete duplicate or rarely used entries If possible program speed dial or other shortcuts Review the controls and operation of the infotainment system Pair cel...

Page 148: ...Operation 0 132 5 Phone Press to enter the Phone main menu Voice Recognition The voice recognition system uses commands to control the system and dial phone numbers Noise The system may not recognize voice commands if there is too much background noise Do not point the center air vents directly upward When to Speak A tone sounds to indicate that the system is ready for a voice command Wait for the...

Page 149: ...one changes or the cell phone is deleted from the system Only one paired cell phone can be connected to the Bluetooth system at a time If multiple paired cell phones are within range of the system the system connects to the first available paired cell phone in the order that they were first paired to the system To link to a different paired phone see Linking to a Different Phone later in this sect...

Page 150: ...he searched list screen 8 Press Yes on the pop up screen of the Bluetooth device and infotainment system 9 When the Bluetooth device and infotainment system are successfully paired the 5 7 is displayed on the pair device screen The connected phone is highlighted by 5 The 5 7 indicates the hands free and phone music function are enabled The 7 indicates only hands free function is enabled The 5 indi...

Page 151: ...ess Search Bluetooth Device 7 Press the desired device to pair on the searched list screen 8 Input the PIN code default 1234 to the Bluetooth device When the Bluetooth device and infotainment system are successfully paired 5 7 is displayed on the pair device screen The connected phone is highlighted by 5 The 5 7 indicates the hands free and phone music function are enabled The 7 indicates only han...

Page 152: ...em Bluetooth music can be played only when a Bluetooth device has been connected To play Bluetooth music connect the Bluetooth phone to the infotainment system If the Bluetooth device is disconnected while playing phone music the music is discontinued The audio streaming function may not be supported in some Bluetooth phones Only one function can be used at a time between the Bluetooth hands free ...

Page 153: ...atedly OFF Returns to normal playback This function may not be supported depending on the cell phone Do not change the track too quickly when playing Bluetooth music Conditions that may occur when playing Bluetooth music It takes some time to transmit data from the cell phone to the infotainment system If the cell phone or Bluetooth device is not in the waiting screen mode it may not automatically...

Page 154: ...d when the vehicle is moving Pairing only needs to be completed once unless the pairing information on the cell phone changes or the cell phone is deleted from the system Only one paired cell phone can be connected to the Bluetooth system at a time If multiple paired cell phones are within range of the system the system connects to the first available paired cell phone in the order that they were ...

Page 155: ...t available cell phone in the order in which all available cell phones were paired Depending on which cell phone you want to connect to you may have to use this command several times 1 Press b g The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Bluetooth 3 Say Change phone If another cell phone is found the response will be Phone name is now connected If another cell phone is not found the origin...

Page 156: ...mber Using the Delete Command 1 Press b g The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Delete 3 Say the name tag you want to delete Using the Delete All Name Tags Command This command deletes all stored name tags in the Hands Free Calling Directory and the Destinations Directory To delete all name tags 1 Press b g The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Delete all name tags Listin...

Page 157: ...y each digit one at a time that you want to dial After each digit is entered the system repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone After the last digit has been entered say Dial Once connected the person called will be heard through the audio speakers Using the Re dial Command 1 Press b g The system responds Ready followed by a tone 2 After the tone say Re dial The system dials the last nu...

Page 158: ...es after the ignition is turned to ON RUN To Transfer Audio from the Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone During a call with the audio in the vehicle 1 Press b g 2 Say Transfer Call To Transfer Audio to the Bluetooth System from a Cell Phone During a call with the audio on the cell phone press b g The audio transfers to the vehicle If the audio does not transfer to the vehicle use the audio transfer f...

Page 159: ...formation with Touchscreen Vehicles with a Hands Free Phone system can use a Bluetooth capable cell phone with a hands free profile to make and receive phone calls The infotainment system and voice control are used to operate the 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 ...

Page 160: ... to display the redial guidance screen Press and hold 5 on the telephone screen Redialing is not possible when there is no call history Taking 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 Press b g on the steering wheel controls or press Accept on the screen To decline the ...

Page 161: ... one of the following for 2 Dialed calls 4 Missed calls 9 Received calls 3 Select the phone book entry to call 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 Up to two digit speed dial numbers are supported For two digit speed dial numbers p...

Page 162: ...olve close the other active application You have not installed the application on your iPhone To resolve install the application on the iPhone iOS Version Error If the iOS version of the iPhone is less than 4 0 the error message is displayed as Your iPhone does not allow this application to be opened on a USB connection Please refer to owner s manual Activate the application on your iPhone then to...

Page 163: ...f the HOME menu or playing screen Connecting an Application This section explains a general operation It may vary depending on the phone operation system versions and or application versions To connect an application 1 Install the application on the smartphone from Appstore or Playstore 2 Connect the smartphone to the infotainment system through the USB port or Bluetooth iPhone USB port Android ph...

Page 164: ...g Stations from Currently Playing Music 1 Press MENU The Pandora menu is displayed 2 Press create station 3 Press from currently playing 4 Press Artist or Track 5 Press the desired station The station is added into the Pandora menu automatically Creating Stations by Searching by Artist or Track 1 Press MENU The Pandora menu is displayed 2 Press create station 3 Press enter artist track The keypad ...

Page 165: ...nology iPhone USB connection Android phone BlackBerry phone Bluetooth wireless technology 3 Activate the Stitcher application 4 Press D 5 Press smartphone link 6 Press Stitcher If the smartphone is not connected to the infotainment system or the application is not installed on the smartphone the Stitcher menu is not activated Thumbs Up and Thumbs Down Rate tracks by using thumbs up or thumbs down ...

Page 166: ... 32 kHz 24 kHz 22 05 kHz and 16 kHz Files with a bit rate above 128 kbps will result in higher quality sound ID3 Tag information for MP3 files such as the album name and the artist can be played To display album title track title and artist information the file should be compatible with the ID3 Tag V1 and V2 formats Using USB Storage Devices and iPod iPhone Use a USB or flash memory type storage d...

Page 167: ...he top level drive of the USB storage device When the logical drive is separated from the device only the USB music files from the top level logical drive can be played Music files stored on USB storage devices may not play normally if an application is loaded by partitioning a separate drive Music files to which Digital Right Management DRM is applied cannot be played USB storage device capacity ...

Page 168: ... the system has finished reading the USB device If a non readable USB device is connected an error message displays and the system will switch to the previous audio function If the USB device is already connected Press D Press audio Press SourceR Press USB To stop the USB device and select another media source press SourceR then select the other source To remove the USB device select another funct...

Page 169: ...n the infotainment system The information for songs expressed in special symbols or in unavailable languages may be displayed as u Using the USB Music Menu Press MENU during playback Press the play mode Tone Settings 1 Press R 2 Press tone settings The Tone Settings menu is displayed See Tone Settings under Radio Controls with Touchscreen in Operation 0 132 Media Transfer Protocol MTP This allows ...

Page 170: ...io function Connect the iPod iPhone to the USB port Play will start from the previously played point after the system has finished reading the USB device If a non readable USB device is connected an error message displays and the system will switch to the previous audio function If the iPod iPhone is already connected 1 Press D 2 Press e audio 3 Press SourceR 4 Press iPod To stop the device and se...

Page 171: ...n unavailable languages may be displayed as u Using the iPod Menu Press MENU during playback Press the appropriate play mode Tone Settings 1 Press R on the iPod menu 2 Press tone settings The tone settings menu is displayed See Tone Settings under Radio Controls with Touchscreen in Operation 0 132 Pictures and Movies Picture System The infotainment system can view picture files stored on a USB sto...

Page 172: ...ancel the slide show during the slide show playback Viewing a Previous or Next Picture Press t or u from the picture screen Rotating a Picture Press y or w from the picture screen Enlarging a Picture Press x from the picture screen Using the USB Picture Menu 1 Press MENU from the picture screen 2 Press the appropriate menu picture file list lists all picture files sort by title shows pictures in t...

Page 173: ...vx 4 5 6 4 8 Mbps xvid 4 5 Mbps Max audio bitrate mp3 320 Kbps wma 320 Kbps ac 3 640 Kbps aac 449 Kbps Movie files to which Digital Right Management DRM is applied may not be played Playing a Movie File 1 Connect the USB device to the USB port 2 Press the screen to open to full screen Press the screen again to return to the previous screen If the USB device is already connected 1 Press D 2 Press G...

Page 174: ...les clock temp display allows selection of On or Off to show the clock and temperature on the full screen display settings adjusts for Brightness and Contrast tone settings shows the sound setup See Tone Settings under Radio Controls with Touchscreen in Operation 0 132 3 Press 4 to exit Subtitle Language If the movie file has a subtitle language it can be viewed Press q from the movie screen Press...

Page 175: ...fied by the developer to meet Apple performance standards iPod and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc registered in the U S and other countries Fees and Taxes Subscription fee taxes one time activation fee and other fees may apply Subscription fee is consumer only All fees and programming subject to change Subscriptions subject to Customer Agreement available at www siriusxm com SiriusXM ...

Page 176: ...Technology and or for use of any of the SiriusXM marks to be manufactured distributed or marketed in the SiriusXM Service Area 2 For products to be distributed marketed and or sold in Canada a separate agreement is required with Canadian Satellite Radio Inc operating as XM Canada FreeType 2 Portions of this software are copyright 2007 2012 The FreeType Project www freetype org All rights reserved ...

Page 177: ...r the vehicle Climate Control System with Heater and Air Conditioning 1 Temperature Control 2 Fan Control 3 Air Delivery Mode Control 4 Driver and Passenger Heated Seats If Equipped 5 Recirculation 6 Rear Window Defogger 7 Air Conditioning Climate Control System with Heater Only 1 Temperature Control 2 Fan Control 3 Air Delivery Mode Control 4 Rear Window Defogger Temperature Control Turn clockwis...

Page 178: ...use the system Turn A to the desired speed The air conditioning does not operate when the fan control knob is in the off position Press to turn the air conditioning on and off When is pressed an indicator light comes on to show that the air conditioning is on For quick cool down on hot days 1 Open the windows to let hot air escape 2 Press M 3 Press 4 Select the coolest temperature 5 Select the hig...

Page 179: ...earview mirrors they turn on with the rear window defogger and help to clear fog or frost from the surface of the mirror See Heated Mirrors 0 39 Caution Using a razor blade or sharp object on the inside rear window can damage the antenna or defogger Repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not stick anything to the rear window Air Vents Use the air vents located in the center and on...

Page 180: ... and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance See Maintenance Schedule 0 302 To find out what type of filter to use see Maintenance Replacement Parts 0 312 1 Open the glove box completely and pull it to remove 2 Remove the filter cover by unscrewing both sides of the cover 3 Install the new air ...

Page 181: ...rk Automatic Transmission 196 Parking 196 Parking over Things That Burn 196 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 197 Running the Vehicle While Parked 197 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 198 Manual Mode 199 Manual Transmission Manual Transmission 200 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS 202 Parking Brake 202 Brake Assist 203 Hill Start Assist HSA 203 Ride Control Systems Traction Control Electro...

Page 182: ...ng climate control and seat settings Program all trip information into any navigation device prior to driving Wait until the vehicle is parked to retrieve items that have fallen to the floor Stop or park the vehicle to tend to children Keep pets in an appropriate carrier or restraint Avoid stressful conversations while driving whether with a passenger or on a cell phone Warning Taking your eyes of...

Page 183: ...n mind include Keep enough distance between you and the vehicle in front of you Avoid needless heavy braking Keep pace with traffic If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is being driven brake normally but do not pump the brakes Doing so could make the pedal harder to push down If the engine stops there will be some power brake assist but it will be used when the brake is applied Once the powe...

Page 184: ...ips 1 Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer the vehicle so that it straddles the edge of the pavement 2 Turn the steering wheel about one eighth of a turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge 3 Turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway Loss of Control Skidding There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle s three contr...

Page 185: ...rakes can cause crashes They might not work as well in a quick stop and could cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car vehicle wash lightly apply the brake pedal until the brakes work normally Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces Driving through flowing water could cause the vehicle to be carried away If this h...

Page 186: ...e at speeds that keep the vehicle in its own lane Do not swing wide or cross the center line Be alert on top of hills something could be in your lane e g stalled car accident Pay attention to special road signs e g falling rocks area winding roads long grades passing or no passing zones and take appropriate action Winter Driving Driving on Snow or Ice Snow or ice between the tires and the road cre...

Page 187: ...the exhaust pipe Open a window about 5 cm 2 in on the vehicle side that is away from the wind to bring in fresh air Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Adjust the climate control system to circulate the air inside the vehicle and set the fan speed to the highest setting See Climate Control Systems For more information about CO see Engine Exhaust 0 197 To save fuel run the e...

Page 188: ... in gear Slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that could free the vehicle If that does not get the vehicle out after a few tries it might need to be towed out If the vehicle does need to be towed out see Towing the Vehicle 0 289 Vehicle Load Limits It is very important to know how much weight the vehicle can carry This weight is called the vehicl...

Page 189: ...ight Rating GAWR for the front and rear axle See Certification Label later in this section Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the dri...

Page 190: ...upant Weight 68 kg 150 lbs 2 136 kg 300 lbs 3 Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 317 kg 700 lbs Example 2 1 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 453 kg 1 000 lbs 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 68 kg 150 lbs 5 340 kg 750 lbs 3 Available Cargo Weight 113 kg 250 lbs Example 3 1 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 453 kg 1 000 lbs 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 91 kg 200 lbs 5 453 kg 1 000 lbs 3 Available...

Page 191: ...t them as far forward as possible Try to spread the weight evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in the vehicle Secure loose items in the vehicle Do not leave a seat folded down unless needed Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break In Caution The vehicle does not need an el...

Page 192: ...rbags If the vehicle must be shut off in an emergency 1 Brake using a firm and steady pressure Do not pump the brakes repeatedly This may deplete power assist requiring increased brake pedal force 2 Shift the vehicle to N Neutral This can be done while the vehicle is moving After shifting to N Neutral firmly apply the brakes and steer the vehicle to a safe location 3 Come to a complete stop Shift ...

Page 193: ...may not be able to start the vehicle if the battery is allowed to drain for an extended period of time 3 START This is the position that starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch returns to ON RUN for driving A warning tone will sound when the driver door is opened the ignition is in ACC ACCESSORY or LOCK OFF and the key is in the ignition If the ignition becomes...

Page 194: ... engine still will not start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START 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 This clears the extra gasoline from the eng...

Page 195: ... thermostat damage could occur While in use do not let the heater cord touch vehicle parts or sharp edges Never close the hood on the heater cord Before starting the vehicle unplug the cord reattach the cover to the plug and securely fasten the cord Keep the cord away from any moving parts 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from movin...

Page 196: ...icle can roll Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set the parking brake and move the shift lever to P Park See Shifting Into Park Automatic Transmission 0 195 If you have to leave the vehicle with the e...

Page 197: ... the brake pedal 2 Turn the ignition to ON RUN 3 Press the shift lever button 4 Move the shift lever to the desired position If still unable to shift out of P Park 1 Fully release the shift lever button 2 Hold the brake pedal down and press the shift lever button again 3 Move the shift lever to the desired position If you still cannot move the shift lever from P Park consult your dealer or a profe...

Page 198: ...y repaired Continued Warning Continued There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or aftermarket modifications that are not completely sealed If unusual fumes are detected or if it is suspected that exhaust is coming into the vehicle Drive it only with the windows completely down Have the vehicle repaired immediately Never park the vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed ar...

Page 199: ... in P Park before starting the engine The vehicle has a shift lock control You must fully apply the brake pedal then press the shift lever button before you can shift from P Park while the ignition key is in ON RUN If you cannot shift out of P Park ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into P Park as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into anot...

Page 200: ...5 mph push the accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 56 km h 35 mph or more push the accelerator all the way down M This position allows you to change gears similar to a manual transmission If the vehicle has this feature see Manual Mode following Manual Mode To use this feature 1 Move the shift lever from D Drive rearward to M Manual Mode While driving in manual mode the transmission w...

Page 201: ... other than 1 First or R Reverse can damage the clutch Shift the manual transmission in the proper sequence and time the gear Continued Caution Continued shifting with the accelerator to avoid revving the engine and damaging the clutch 1 First Press the clutch pedal and shift into 1 First Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal You can shift into 1 First when goin...

Page 202: ...fting to R Reverse while the vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Shift to R Reverse only after the vehicle is stopped Shift Speeds Warning If you skip a gear when downshifting you could lose control of the vehicle You could injure yourself or others Do not shift down more than one gear at a time when downshifting Up Shift...

Page 203: ...mputer will separately work the brakes at each wheel ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel as required faster than any driver could This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As the brakes are applied the computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly Remember ABS does not change the time needed to get a foot up to the brake ...

Page 204: ... or slow down the vehicle The stability system hydraulic brake control module increases brake pressure at each corner of the vehicle until the ABS activates Minor brake pedal pulsation or pedal movement during this time is normal and the driver should continue to apply the brake pedal as the driving situation dictates The Brake Assist feature will automatically disengage when the brake pedal is re...

Page 205: ... control or StabiliTrak begins to limit wheel spin cruise control will disengage Cruise control may be turned back on when road conditions allow Both systems come on automatically when the vehicle is started and begins to move The systems may be heard or felt while they are operating or while performing diagnostic checks This is normal and does not mean there is a problem with the vehicle It is re...

Page 206: ...f only TCS press and release the g button The traction off light i displays in the instrument cluster To turn TCS on again press and release the g button The traction off light i displayed in the instrument cluster will turn off If TCS is limiting wheel spin when the g button is pressed the system will not turn off until the wheels stop spinning To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak press and hold ...

Page 207: ...a collision alert occurs when cruise control is activated cruise control is disengaged See Forward Collision Alert FCA System 0 210 When road conditions allow you to safely use it again the cruise control can be turned back on If the brakes are applied cruise control disengages o On Off Press to turn the cruise control system on and off A white indicator comes on in the instrument cluster when cru...

Page 208: ... The speedometer reading can be displayed in either English or metric units See Driver Information Center DIC 0 109 The increment value used depends on the units displayed Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already activated Move the thumbwheel toward SET and hold until the desired lower speed is reached then release it To decrease the vehicle speed in smalle...

Page 209: ... can assist the driver when backing up by displaying a view of the area behind the vehicle Warning The camera s do not display children pedestrians bicyclists crossing traffic animals or any other object outside of the cameras field of view below the bumper or under the vehicle Shown distances may be different from actual distances Do not drive or park the vehicle using only these camera s Always ...

Page 210: ...rea displayed by the camera is limited It does not display objects that are close to either corner or under the bumper and can vary depending on vehicle orientation or road conditions Displayed images may be closer or farther than they appear The following illustrations show the field of view that the camera provides 1 View displayed by the camera 1 View displayed by the camera 2 Corner of the rea...

Page 211: ...e too closely FCA may not provide a warning with enough time to help avoid a crash FCA does not warn of pedestrians animals signs guardrails bridges construction barrels or other objects Be ready to take action and apply the brakes For more information see Defensive Driving 0 181 FCA can be disabled with the FCA steering wheel control Detecting the Vehicle Ahead FCA warnings will not occur unless ...

Page 212: ... Alert Timing The Collision Alert control is on the steering wheel Press COLLISION ALERT to set the alert timing to far medium near or off The first button press shows the current control setting on the DIC Additional button presses will change this setting The chosen setting will remain until it is changed and will affect both the Collision Alert and the Tailgating Alert features The timing of bo...

Page 213: ...dlamps are blocked by dirt snow or ice if they are Continued Warning Continued not in proper condition or if the sun shines directly into the camera Detect road edges Detect lanes on winding or hilly roads If LDW only detects lane markings on one side of the road it will only warn you when departing the lane on the side where it has detected a lane marking Always keep your attention on the road an...

Page 214: ...the LDW system is not functioning properly when lane markings are clearly visible cleaning the windshield may help LDW alerts may occur due to tar marks shadows cracks in the road temporary or construction lane markings or other road imperfections This is normal system operation the vehicle does not need service Turn LDW off if these conditions continue Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an impor...

Page 215: ...ic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under the vehicle warranty Some gasolines mainly high octane racing gasolines can contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT Do not use gasolines and or fuel additives with MMT as they can reduce spark plug life and affect emission control system performance The malfunction indicator lamp may tur...

Page 216: ...nge can help Fuel System Treatment PLUS is the only gasoline additive recommended by General Motors It is available at your dealer Filling the Tank Warning Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn violently and can cause injury or death To help avoid injuries to you and others read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island Turn off the engine when refueling Keep sparks flames and smoking mate...

Page 217: ... been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light 0 100 Warning If a fire starts while you are refueling do not remove the nozzle Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant Leave the area immediately Caution If a new fuel cap is needed be sure to get the right...

Page 218: ...s or other electronic devices Trailer Towing General Towing Information The vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer Conversions and Add Ons Add On Electrical Equipment Warning The Data Link Connector DLC is used for vehicle service and Emission Inspection Maintenance testing See Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light 0 100 A device connected to the Data Link Connector DLC ...

Page 219: ... and would not be covered by the warranty Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment Add on equipment can drain the vehicle s 12 volt battery even if the vehicle is not operating The vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle see Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 0 66 and Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 0 66 ...

Page 220: ...Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 241 Wiper Blade Replacement 242 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 243 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement 243 Halogen Bulbs 243 Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 244 Fog Lamps LS LT and LTZ 245 Fog Lamps RS 245 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back Up Lamps 245 License Plate Lamp 246 Replacement Bulbs 247 Electrical System Electrical System Overload...

Page 221: ...ING Most motor vehicles including this one contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of California to 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 See Battery North America 0 240 and Jump Starting North America 0 287 California Perchlorate Materials Requirem...

Page 222: ...stalled by a dealer technician Also see Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 0 66 Vehicle Checks Doing Your Own Service Work Warning It can be dangerous to work on your vehicle if you do not have the proper knowledge service manual tools or parts Always follow owner manual procedures and consult the service manual for your vehicle before doing any service work If doing some of your own ...

Page 223: ... located in front of the engine compartment Securely place the hood prop into the slot on the underside of the hood To close the hood 1 Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the slot in the underside of the hood and return the prop to its retainer The prop rod must click into place when retu...

Page 224: ...Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 9085902 2016 CRC 5 27 15 Vehicle Care 223 Engine Compartment Overview 1 4L L4 Engine ...

Page 225: ...3 Engine Cooling Fan Out of View See Cooling System 0 232 4 Engine Oil Fill Cap See Engine Oil 0 226 5 Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap See Cooling System 0 232 6 Brake Clutch Fluid Reservoir See Brake Fluid 0 239 and Hydraulic Clutch 0 230 7 Battery North America 0 240 8 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Washer Fluid 0 237 9 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 0 249 ...

Page 226: ...Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 9085902 2016 CRC 5 27 15 Vehicle Care 225 1 8L L4 Engine ...

Page 227: ...ing the Right Engine Oil in this section Check the engine oil level regularly and maintain the proper oil level See Checking Engine Oil and When to Add Engine Oil in this section Change the engine oil at the appropriate time See Engine Oil Life System 0 228 Always dispose of engine oil properly See What to Do with Used Oil in this section If the engine oil pressure light comes on check the engine ...

Page 228: ...ove or below the acceptable operating range shown on the dipstick are harmful to the engine If you find that you have an oil level above the operating range i e the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged You should drain out the excess oil or limit driving of the vehicle and seek a service professional t...

Page 229: ...r skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the o...

Page 230: ... s remaining useful life If 99 is displayed that means that 99 of the current oil life remains 2 To reset the engine oil life system press the SET CLR button while the oil life display is active After a few seconds there will be a single chime and the oil life will be reset to 100 Be careful not to reset the oil life display accidentally at any time other than after the oil is changed It cannot be...

Page 231: ...e MIN minimum line on the side of the reservoir The brake hydraulic clutch fluid system should be closed and sealed Do not remove the cap to check the fluid level or to top off the fluid level Remove the cap only when necessary to add the proper fluid until the level reaches the MIN line Engine Air Cleaner Filter The engine air cleaner filter is located in the engine compartment on the passenger s...

Page 232: ...the cover slide it into the assembly then secure with the two screws Warning 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 Use caution when working on the engine and do not drive with the air cleaner filter off Caution If the air cleaner filter is off dirt can easily ...

Page 233: ...ing and can cause injury Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan Warning 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 If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehi...

Page 234: ...others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant This mixture Gives freezing protection down to 37 C 34 F outside temperature Gives boiling protection up to 129 C 265 F engine temperature Protects against rust and corrosion Will not damage aluminum parts Helps keep the proper engine temperatur...

Page 235: ...y damaged If no problem is found check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at the indicated level mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it Warning Steam and scalding liquid...

Page 236: ...Similar 1 Remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one quarter of a turn If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop This will allow any pressure still left to be vented out the discharge hose 2 Keep turning the pressure cap slowly and re...

Page 237: ...ade not to lift the hood when this warning appears get service help right away See Roadside Assistance Program 0 322 If the decision is made to lift the hood make sure the vehicle is parked on a level surface Then check to see if the engine cooling fan is running If the engine is overheating the fan should be running If it is not do not continue to run the engine Have the vehicle serviced Caution ...

Page 238: ...nutes Keep a safe vehicle distance from the vehicle in front If the warning does not come back on continue to drive normally and have the cooling system checked for proper fill and function If the warning continues pull over stop and park the vehicle right away If there is no sign of steam idle the engine for three minutes while parked If the warning is still displayed turn off the engine until it...

Page 239: ... crash When the brake wear warning sound is heard have the vehicle serviced Caution Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with the brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pul...

Page 240: ...talled Add or remove fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake clutch hydraulic system Warning If too much brake fluid is added it can spill on the engine and burn if the engine is hot enough You or others could be burned and the vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system When the brake clutch fluid falls to a low level the brake warn...

Page 241: ... acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you are not careful See Jump Starting North America 0 287 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Infrequent Usage Remove the black negative cable from the battery to keep the battery from running down Extended Storage Remove the black negative cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger Starter...

Page 242: ...hift lever out of P Park with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of P Park contact your dealer for service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition to LOCK OFF in each shift lever position For automatic transmission vehicles the ignition should turn to LOCK OFF only when the shift lever is in P Park For manual transmission vehicl...

Page 243: ...ment blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For proper windshield wiper blade length and type see Maintenance Replacement Parts 0 312 Caution Allowing the wiper arm to touch the windshield when no wiper blade is installed could damage the windshield Any damage that occurs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not allow the wiper arm to touch the windshield To re...

Page 244: ...he new blade Headlamp Aiming Headlamp aim has been preset and should need no further adjustment If the vehicle is damaged in a crash the headlamp aim may be affected If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary see your dealer Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs 0 247 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Halogen B...

Page 245: ...neck by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise and pulling it straight up and out of the bottle 3 Remove the headlamp bulb access cover 4 Turn the bulb counterclockwise and pull straight back 5 Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the bulb 6 Install the new bulb in the headlamp assembly by turning clockwise 7 Reconnect the wiring harness connector 8 Install the headlamp bulb access c...

Page 246: ... by turning it counterclockwise and pulling it straight out of the assembly 4 Install the new bulb by turning it clockwise into the assembly 5 Reconnect the electrical connector Fog Lamps RS To replace the front fog lamp bulb 1 Locate the fog lamp cover behind the front fascia 2 Remove the cap from the back of the fog lamp assembly 3 Disconnect the electrical connector from the fog lamp bulb assem...

Page 247: ...3 Remove the taillamp assembly by pulling it straight back until the two posts disengage from the grommets 4 Remove the bulb socket from the taillamp assembly by turning it counterclockwise 5 Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out 6 Install a new bulb into the bulb socket 7 Install the bulb socket into the taillamp assembly by turning it clockwise 8 Install the taillamp assembly and tighten th...

Page 248: ...he replacement bulb straight into the bulb socket and turn the bulb socket clockwise to install it into the lamp assembly 6 Turn the lamp assembly into the lamp assembly opening engaging the clip side first 7 Push on the lamp side opposite the clip until the lamp assembly snaps into place Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back Up Lamp 921 Front Fog Lamp H8 Front Parking Turn Signal Lamp ...

Page 249: ...some cases to remain off Have the headlamp wiring checked right away if the lamps go on and off or remain off Windshield Wipers If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice the windshield wipers will stop until the motor cools and will then restart Although the circuit is protected from electrical overload overload due to heavy snow or ice may cause wiper linkage damage Always clear ice a...

Page 250: ... on any electrical component To access the fuses press the clips together and lift the cover To reinstall the cover push the cover until it is secure The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Mini Fuses Usage 1 Antilock Brake System Valve 2 Sunroof 4 Rear Wiper 5 Regulated Voltage Control 6 Antilock Brake System Fluid 7 Automatic Occupant Sensing ROS 8 Outside...

Page 251: ...Usage 29 Transmission Control Module 30 Horn 31 Front Fog Lamps 32 Left High Beam 33 Right High Beam SPARE Spare J Case Fuses Usage 1 Antilock Brake System Pump 2 Front Wiper 3 Blower 4 Run Crank IEC 6 Cooling Fan K5 7 Cooling Fan K4 8 EVP 9 Start Relays Usage RLY 1 Front Wiper Control Relay RLY 2 Front Wiper Speed Relay RLY 3 Rear Window Defogger Relay RLY 4 Run Crank Relay RLY 6 Fuel Pump Relay ...

Page 252: ...ear Wiper 10 Not Used IBS 11 Rear Window Defogger 13 Not Used SAI Valve 14 Heated Outside Rearview Mirror 15 Heated Seat Front 16 Fuel System Control Module 1 17 Canister Vent 18 Washer Mini Fuses Usage 20 Engine Control Module 5 21 Fuel System Control Module 2 Leveling 22 Transmission Control Module 1 DC DC Converter 24 Engine Control Module 1 25 Coil 26 Engine Control Module 4 27 Engine Control ...

Page 253: ...g Fan K5 8 SAI Pump 9 EVP 10 Start Micro Relays Usage RLY 1 Front Wiper Control RLY 3 Front Wiper Speed HC Micro Relays Usage RLY 12 Start U Micro Relays Usage RLY 6 Not Used SAI Valve RLY 13 Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch RLY 14 High Beam Headlamps Mini Relays Usage RLY 4 Rear Defogger RLY 5 Run Crank RLY 9 SAI Pump RLY 10 Cooling Fan K3 Mini Relays Usage RLY 11 P T RLY 15 Cooling Fan K1 If e...

Page 254: ...7 Body Control Module 7 8 Body Control Module 6 9 Body Control Module 5 10 Body Control Module 4 11 Body Control Module 3 12 Body Control Module 2 13 Body Control Module 1 Number Usage 14 Instrument Cluster 15 OnStar 16 Rear Parking Assist 17 Rain Sensing Wiper 18 Audio 19 Trailer 20 VLBS FCA LDW 21 CHEVYSTAR 22 Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning 23 HDLP ALC 24 Clutch 25 Instrument Cluster Autom...

Page 255: ...et service For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer Warning Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading the tires can cause overheating as a result of too much flexing There could be a blowout and a serious crash See Vehicle Load Limits 0 187 Continued Warning Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting crash could...

Page 256: ... All season tires provide adequate performance for most winter driving conditions but they may not offer the same level of traction or performance as winter tires on snow or ice covered roads See Winter Tires 0 255 Winter Tires This vehicle was not originally equipped with winter tires Winter tires are designed for increased traction on snow and ice covered roads Consider installing winter tires o...

Page 257: ...emperatures above 7 C 20 F when not in Continued Caution Continued use If the tires have been subjected to 7 C 20 F or less let them warm up in a heated space to at least 5 C 40 F for 24 hours or more before being installed or driving a vehicle on which they are installed Do not apply heat or blow heated air directly on the tires Always inspect tires before use See Tire Inspection 0 266 Tire Sidew...

Page 258: ...ire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture 5 Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread 6 Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors treadwear traction and temperature resistan...

Page 259: ...ervice description The letter T as the first character in the tire size means the tire is for temporary use only 7 TPC Spec Tire Performance Criteria Specification Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines Tire Designations Tire Size The fol...

Page 260: ...on power windows power seats and air conditioning Aspect Ratio The relationship of a tire s height to its width Belt A rubber coated layer of cords between the plies and the tread Cords may be made from steel or other reinforcing materials Bead The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alt...

Page 261: ...that tire Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight The sum of curb weight accessory weight vehicle capacity weight and production options weight Normal Occupant Weight The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 68 kg 150 lb See Vehicle Load Limits 0 187 Occupant Distribution Designated seating positions Outward Facing Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular si...

Page 262: ...es The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire See Uniform Tire Quality Grading 0 270 Vehicle Capacity Weight The number of designated seating positions multiplied by 68 kg 150 lb plus the rated cargo load See Vehicle Load Limits 0 187 Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire Load on an individual tire due to curb weight accessory weight occupant weight and cargo weight Vehicle Placard A label pe...

Page 263: ...tire Check the tire inflation pressure when the tires are cold meaning the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours or no more than 1 6 km 1 mi Remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem Press the tire gauge firmly onto the valve to get a pressure measurement If the cold tire inflation pressure matches the recommended pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label no further adj...

Page 264: ...if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly 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 minut...

Page 265: ...7 for an example of the Tire and Loading Information label and its location Also see Tire Pressure 0 261 The TPMS can warn about a low tire pressure condition but it does not replace normal tire maintenance See Tire Inspection 0 266 Tire Rotation 0 266 and Tires 0 254 Caution Tire sealant materials are not all the same A non approved tire sealant could damage the TPMS sensors TPMS sensor damage ca...

Page 266: ...could cause the TPMS sensors to malfunction If the TPMS is not functioning properly it cannot detect or signal a low tire condition See your dealer for service if the TPMS malfunction light comes on and stays on TPMS Sensor Matching Process Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code The identification code needs to be matched to a new tire wheel position after rotating the tires or replacin...

Page 267: ...eed to the driver side rear tire and repeat the procedure in Step 8 The horn sounds two 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 The TIRE LEARN message on the DIC display screen goes off 12 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF 13 Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure level as indica...

Page 268: ...ts 0 187 Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 263 Check that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications 0 315 Warning Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after time The wheel could come Continued Warning Continued off and cause an accident When ch...

Page 269: ... Tires age when stored normally mounted on a parked vehicle Park a vehicle that will be stored for at least a month in a cool dry clean area away from direct sunlight to slow aging This area should be free of grease gasoline or other substances that can deteriorate rubber Parking for an extended period can cause flat spots on the tires that may result in vibrations while driving When storing a veh...

Page 270: ...ing winter tires with a lower speed rating Warning Tires could explode during improper service Attempting to mount or dismount a tire could cause injury or death Only your dealer or authorized tire service center should mount or dismount the tires Warning Mixing tires of different sizes brands or types may cause loss of control of the vehicle resulting in a crash or other vehicle damage Use the co...

Page 271: ...ury Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for the vehicle and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician See Buying New Tires 0 268 and Accessories and Modifications 0 220 Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA which grades tires by treadwear trac...

Page 272: ...faces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ...

Page 273: ...replace it Some aluminum wheels can be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel that is needed Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces Replace wheels wheel bolts wheel nuts or Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS sensors with new GM original equipment pa...

Page 274: ...at to do If a front tire fails the flat tire creates a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may require the same correction as used in a skid Stop pressing t...

Page 275: ...y Continued Warning Continued 2 Put an automatic transmission in P Park or a manual transmission in 1 First or R Reverse 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle 5 Place wheel blocks if equipped on both sides of the tire at the opposite corner of the tire being changed This vehicle may come with a jack and spare tire or...

Page 276: ...d pressure Warning Storing the tire sealant and compressor kit or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store the tire sealant and compressor kit in its original location If this vehicle has a tire sealant and compressor kit there may not be a spare tire or tire changing equipment and on som...

Page 277: ...ing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inflate a Punctured Tire When using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures warm the kit in a heated environment for five minutes This will help to inflate the tire faster If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on the hazard warning flashers See Hazard Warni...

Page 278: ...lighter If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter use the cigarette lighter Do not pinch the power plug cord in the door or window 9 Start the vehicle The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor 10 Press the on off button 5 to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit on The compressor will inject sealant and air into the tire The pressure gauge 8 will initially show a high pressur...

Page 279: ...ssor kit as it could be warm after usage 13 Unplug the power plug 9 from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle 14 Turn the sealant air hose 2 counterclockwise to remove it from the tire valve stem 15 Replace the tire valve stem cap 16 Remove the tire sealant canister 4 from the slot on top of the compressor 6 17 Turn the air only hose 10 counterclockwise to remove it from the tire sealant cani...

Page 280: ...t a local dealer or in accordance with local state codes and practices 26 Replace it with a new canister available from your dealer 27 After temporarily sealing a tire using the tire sealant and compressor kit take the vehicle to an authorized dealer within 161 km 100 mi of driving to have the tire repaired or replaced Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire Not...

Page 281: ...t be running while using the air compressor 8 Press the on off button 5 to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit on The compressor will inflate the tire with air only 9 Inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure using the pressure gauge 8 The recommended inflation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label See Tire Pressure 0 261 The pressure gauge 8 may read hi...

Page 282: ...g that can be used to inflate air mattresses balls etc Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit The tire sealant and compressor kit is located in the rear storage area 1 Lift the trim cover 2 Remove the tire sealant canister 1 and the compressor 2 To store the tire sealant canister and compressor 1 Attach the sealant air hose to the sealant canister inlet valve 2 Return the sealant canister and...

Page 283: ...emove it from the compact spare 4 Remove the compact spare tire See Compact Spare Tire 0 286 for more information 5 Remove the jack and tools from their container and place them near the tire being changed Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Do a safety check before proceeding See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 273 2 Remove the wheel cover if the vehicle has one to reach the wheel bolts ...

Page 284: ...properly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 7 Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well 8 Turn t...

Page 285: ...eel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off The wheel nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification after replacing Follow the torque specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts See Capacities and Specifications 0 315 for original equipment wheel nut torq...

Page 286: ...uld strike someone Store all these in the proper place Storing the Flat Tire and Tools 1 Return the jack and tools to their original storage location 2 Replace the trim cover 3 Place the flat tire lying flat in the rear storage compartment If the vehicle is a sedan the flat tire should be against the back of the rear seats If the vehicle is a hatchback the flat tire should be against the back of t...

Page 287: ...spare tire is designed for temporary use only The vehicle will perform differently with the spare tire installed and it is recommended that the vehicle speed be limited to 80 km h 50 mph To conserve the tread of the spare tire have the standard tire repaired or replaced as soon as convenient and return the spare tire to the storage area When using a compact spare tire the ABS and Traction Control ...

Page 288: ...ING See California Proposition 65 Warning 0 220 Warning Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn you If you do not follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you Caution Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to the vehicle that would ...

Page 289: ...d in during the jump starting procedure they could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Whenever possible turn off or unplug all accessories on either vehicle when jump starting 4 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF Turn off all lights and accessories in both vehicles except the hazard warning flashers if needed Warning An electric fan can start up even when the engine is ...

Page 290: ... the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal Jumper Cable Removal Reverse the sequence exactly when removing the jumper cables After starting the disabled vehicle and removing the jumper...

Page 291: ...hat is the distance that will be traveled Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow Is the proper towing equipment going to be used See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations Is the vehicle ready to be towed Just as preparing the vehicle for a long trip make sure the vehicle is prepared to be towed Caution Use of a shie...

Page 292: ...le to tow and then secure it to the towing vehicle 2 Shift the automatic transmission to P Park or a manual transmission into 1 First gear and turn the ignition to LOCK OFF 3 Set the parking brake 4 To prevent the battery from draining while the vehicle is being towed remove the DLIS fuse from the instrument panel fuse block See Instrument Panel Fuse Block 0 252 5 Turn the ignition to ACC ACCESSOR...

Page 293: ...cle to the dolly 7 Release the parking brake Dolly Towing from the Rear Caution Towing the vehicle from the rear could damage it Also repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Never have the vehicle towed from the rear Appearance Care Exterior Care Locks Locks are lubricated at the factory Use a de icing agent only when absolutely necessary and have the locks greased after using See Rec...

Page 294: ...e finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting Finish Care Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant wax materials is not recommended If painted surfaces are damaged see your dealer to have the damage assessed and repaired Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird dropping...

Page 295: ...hicle after washing to protect and extend the molding finish Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Emblems Decals and Stripes Use only lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps lenses emblems decals and stripes Follow instructions under Washing the Vehicle previously in this section Lamp covers are made of plastic and some have a UV protective coating Do not clean...

Page 296: ...bing with a clean cloth See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 311 Tires Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to clean the tires Caution Using petroleum based tire dressing products on the vehicle may damage the paint finish and or tires When applying a tire dressing always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on the vehicle Wheels and Trim Aluminum or Chrome Use a soft clean cloth wit...

Page 297: ...e plastic Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Underbody Maintenance At least twice a year spring and fall use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the underbody Take care to thoroughly clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Do not directly power wash the transfer case and or front r...

Page 298: ...not clean the interior using the following cleaners or techniques Never use a razor or any other sharp object to remove soil from any interior surface Never use a brush with stiff bristles Never rub any surface aggressively or with too much pressure Do not use laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with degreasers For liquid cleaners use approximately 20 drops per 3 8 L 1 gal of water A concentra...

Page 299: ... area frequently to prevent forcing the soil in to the fabric 4 Continue gently rubbing the soiled area until there is no longer any color transfer from the soil to the cleaning cloth 5 If the soil is not completely removed use a mild soap solution followed only by plain water If the soil is not completely removed it may be necessary to use a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter Test a sma...

Page 300: ... Caution Continued the appearance and feel of leather or soft trim and are not recommended Do not use cleaners that increase gloss especially on the instrument panel Reflected glare can decrease visibility through the windshield under certain conditions Caution Use of air fresheners may cause permanent damage to plastics and painted surfaces If an air freshener comes in contact with any plastic or...

Page 301: ...r mats be purchased Non GM floor mats may not fit properly and may interfere with the pedals Always check that the floor mats do not interfere with the pedals Do not use a floor mat if the vehicle is not equipped with a floor mat retainer on the driver side floor Use the floor mat with the correct side up Do not turn it over Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat Use only a sing...

Page 302: ...ne replacement parts They have up to date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics Many dealers have extended evening and Saturday hours courtesy transportation and online scheduling to assist with service needs Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing competitively priced maintenance and repair services With trained technicians the dealer is the place for routine maintenanc...

Page 303: ...Mainly driven in hilly or mountainous terrain Frequently towing a trailer Used for high speed or competitive driving Used for taxi police or delivery service Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Severe chart Warning Performing maintenance work can be dangerous and can cause serious injury Perform maintenance work only if the required information proper ...

Page 304: ... level and oil life percentage If needed change engine oil and filter and reset oil life system See Engine Oil 0 226 and Engine Oil Life System 0 228 Check engine coolant level See Engine Coolant 0 233 Check windshield washer fluid level See Washer Fluid 0 237 Visually inspect windshield wiper blades for wear cracking or contamination See Exterior Care 0 292 Replace worn or damaged wiper blades Se...

Page 305: ...k Check 0 241 Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism See Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 0 241 Check accelerator pedal for damage high effort or binding Replace if needed Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear cracks or other damage Check the hold open ability of the strut See your dealer if service is required Check tire sealant expiration date if equipped See T...

Page 306: ... needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Inspect evaporative control system 2 Replace engine air cleaner filter 3 Except 1 4L Engine Replace spark plugs Inspect spark plug wires 1 4L Engine Only Replace spark plugs Inspect spark plug wires Drain and fill engine cooling system 4 Visually inspect accessory drive belts 5 1 8L Engine Only Replace timing belt idler pulley and timing belt tens...

Page 307: ...k m 6 7 5 00 mi 1 20 0 00 k m 7 5 0 00 mi 1 32 0 00 k m 8 2 5 00 mi 1 44 0 00 k m 9 0 0 00 mi 1 56 0 00 k m 9 7 5 00 mi 16 8 00 0 km 10 5 0 00 mi 1 80 0 00 km 11 2 5 00 mi 19 2 00 0 km 12 0 0 00 mi 20 4 00 0 km 12 7 5 00 mi 21 6 00 0 km 13 5 0 00 mi 22 8 00 0 km 14 2 5 00 mi 24 0 00 0 km 15 0 0 00 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change e...

Page 308: ...ur GM dealer can help determine when to replace the filter 2 Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition 3 Or every four years whichever comes first If driving in dusty conditions inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed 4 Or every five years whichever comes first See Cooling System 0 232 5 Or every 10 years whichever comes first Inspect f...

Page 309: ...ctions and cables are corrosion free Belts Belts may need replacing if they squeak or show signs of cracking or splitting Trained dealer technicians have access to tools and equipment to inspect the belts and recommend adjustment or replacement when necessary A message may indicate when scheduled maintenance on the timing belt and other components is required Brakes Brakes stop the vehicle and are...

Page 310: ...failure Signs that the tires need to be replaced include three or more visible treadwear indicators cord or fabric showing through the rubber cracks or cuts in the tread or sidewall or a bulge or split in the tire Trained dealer technicians can inspect and recommend the right tires Your dealer can also provide tire wheel balancing services to ensure smooth vehicle operation at all speeds Your deal...

Page 311: ...rvice and Maintenance Wiper Blades Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in good condition to provide a clear view Signs of wear include streaking skipping across the windshield and worn or split rubber Trained dealer technicians can check the wiper blades and replace them when needed ...

Page 312: ...3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 19299818 in Canada 19299819 Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements Automatic Transmission DEXRON VI Automatic Transmission Fluid Manual Transmission Manual Transmission Fluid GM Part No 19259104 in Canada 19259105 Chassis Lubrication and Manual Transmission Shift Linkage Chassis Lubricant GM Part No...

Page 313: ...arts Replacement parts identified below by name part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 96950990 Engine Oil Filter 55594651 PF2257G Passenger Compartment Air Filter 13356914 CF184 Spark Plugs 1 4L L4 LUV 55585517 41 121 1 8L L4 LUW 55585534 41 122 1 8L L4 LWE 55585534 41 122 Wiper ...

Page 314: ...ice and Maintenance 313 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 Retain all maintenance receipts Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 315: ...hrough the windshield from outside The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code identifies the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications 0 315 for the vehicle s engine co...

Page 316: ...ioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount see the refrigerant label under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 1 4L L4 6 5 L 6 9 qt 1 8L L4 6 0 L 6 3 qt Engine Oil with Filter 1 4L L4 4 0 L 4 2 qt 1 8L L4 4 5 L 4 8 qt Fuel Tank With RS Trim 46 0 L 12 2 gal Excluding RS Trim 41 0 L 10 8 gal Wheel Nut Torque 140 Y 100 lb ft All capa...

Page 317: ...7 15 316 Technical Data Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 1 4L L4 LUV B Automatic and Manual 0 60 0 70 mm 0 024 0 028 in 1 8L L4 LUW H Automatic and Manual 0 60 0 70 mm 0 024 0 028 in 1 8L L4 LWE G Automatic and Manual 0 60 0 70 mm 0 024 0 028 in ...

Page 318: ...t Sonic Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 9085902 2016 CRC 5 27 15 Technical Data 317 Engine Drive Belt Routing 1 4L L4 Engine 1 8L L4 Engine with Air Conditioning 1 8L L4 Engine without Air Conditioning ...

Page 319: ...ehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 330 Event Data Recorders 330 OnStar 331 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet Normally any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle will be resolved by your dealer s sales or service departments Sometimes however...

Page 320: ...ness Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of ...

Page 321: ...ree 1 800 207 0685 or call the General Motors Customer Care Centre 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French or write to The Mediation Arbitration Program c o Customer Care Centre General Motors of Canada Limited Mail Code CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 The inquiry should be accompanied by the Vehicle Identification Number VIN Customer Assistance Offices Chevrolet enc...

Page 322: ...OnStar Vehicle Diagnostic Information Schedule service appointments I Service History View and print dealer recorded service records and self recorded service records D Preferred Dealer Information Select a preferred dealer and view locations maps phone numbers and hours r Warranty Tracking Information Track your vehicle s warranty information J Recall Information View active recalls by Vehicle Id...

Page 323: ...hours a day 365 days a year Calling for Assistance When calling Roadside Assistance have the following information ready Your name home address and home telephone number Telephone number of your location Location of the vehicle Model year color and license plate number of the vehicle Odometer reading Vehicle Identification Number VIN and delivery date of the vehicle Description of the problem Cove...

Page 324: ...ranty period Items considered are reasonable and customary hotel meals rental car or a vehicle being delivered back to the customer up to 805 km 500 mi Services Not Included in Roadside Assistance Impound towing caused by violation of any laws Legal fines Mounting dismounting or changing of snow tires chains or other traction devices Service is not provided if a vehicle is in an area that is not a...

Page 325: ...cle for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair Courtesy Transportation Program To enhance your ownership experience we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for vehicles with the Bumper to Bumper Base Warranty Coverage period in Canada extended powertrain and or hybrid specific w...

Page 326: ... fees excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair are also your responsibility It may not be possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information All program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Contact your dealer for specific availability General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify change or ...

Page 327: ...nicians and state of the art equipment or be able to recommend a collision repair center that has GM trained technicians and comparable equipment Insuring the Vehicle Protect your investment in the GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage There are significant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms Many insurance policies provide red...

Page 328: ...uired replacement collision parts be original equipment parts either new Genuine GM parts or recycled 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 Depending on your policy limits your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts Discuss this with the repa...

Page 329: ...nd past model GM vehicles ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover see Helm Inc at www helminc com Or write to Helm Incorporated Attention Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth MI 48170 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery All listed pr...

Page 330: ... 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue S E Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov 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 Ca...

Page 331: ...erstanding how a vehicle s systems performed The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 seconds or less The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as How various systems in your vehicle were operating Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled fastened How far if at all the driver was...

Page 332: ...eives may also be used for GM research needs or may be made available to others for research purposes where a need is shown and the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle owner OnStar If the vehicle is equipped with OnStar and has an active subscription additional data may be collected through the OnStar system This includes information about the vehicle s operation collisions involving...

Page 333: ...ectrical system cellular service and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers OnStar may collect information about you and your vehicle including location information See OnStar s Terms Conditions and Privacy Statement for more details including system limitations at www onstar com U S or www onstar ca Canada The OnStar syste...

Page 334: ...ately connected to the vehicle to help Press for a priority connection to an OnStar Advisor who can contact emergency service providers direct them to your exact location and relay important information With OnStar Crisis Assist specially trained Advisors are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week to provide a central point of contact assistance and information during a crisis With Roadside Assist...

Page 335: ... the address and distance to the destination then responds with OnStar ready then a tone Destination Download Subscribers can have directions sent to the vehicle s navigation screen if equipped Press Q then ask the Advisor to download directions to the vehicle s navigation system if equipped After the call ends press the Go button on the navigation screen to begin driving directions Routes that ar...

Page 336: ...d directions to the vehicle Locate the vehicle on a map U S market only Turn the vehicle s Wi Fi hotspot on off manage settings and monitor data consumption if equipped For OnStar RemoteLink information and compatibility see www onstar com U S or www onstar ca Canada Remote Services Contact an OnStar Advisor to unlock the doors or sound the horn and flash the lamps OnStar AtYourService OnStar Advi...

Page 337: ... every 60 days After change in ownership and at 90 days Transferring Service Press Q to request account transfer eligibility information The Advisor can cancel or change account information Selling Transferring the Vehicle Call 1 888 4ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 immediately to terminate your OnStar services if the vehicle is disposed of sold transferred or if the lease ends Reactivation for Subsequent O...

Page 338: ... prevent service See Radio Frequency Statement 0 328 Services for People with Disabilities Advisors provide services to help Subscribers with physical disabilities and medical conditions Press Q to help Locate a gas station with an attendant to pump gas Find a hotel restaurant etc that meets accessibility needs Provide directions to the closest hospital or pharmacy in urgent situations TTY Users O...

Page 339: ...ed for OnStar to send remote signals to the vehicle Do not place items over or near the antenna to prevent blocking cellular and GPS signal reception Unable to Connect to OnStar Message If there is limited cellular coverage or the cellular network has reached maximum capacity this message may come on Press Q to try the call again or try again after driving a few miles into another cellular area Ve...

Page 340: ...ers of wireless communications are cautioned that the privacy of any information sent via wireless cellular communications cannot be assured Third parties may unlawfully intercept or access transmissions and private communications without consent OnStar Software Acknowledgements Certain OnStar components include libcurl and unzip software and other third party software Below are the notices and li...

Page 341: ...ergio Monesi Keith Owens George Petrov Greg Roelofs Kai Uwe Rommel Steve Salisbury Dave Smith Steven M Schweda Christian Spieler Cosmin Truta Antoine Verheijen Paul von Behren Rich Wales Mike White This software is provided as is without warranty of any kind express or implied In no event shall Info ZIP or its contributors be held liable for any direct indirect incidental special or consequential ...

Page 342: ...ust not be misrepresented as being Info ZIP releases including but not limited to labeling of the altered versions with the names Info ZIP or any variation thereof including but not limited to different capitalizations 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 add...

Page 343: ...Airbag Restrain 60 Passenger Sensing System 62 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 60 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 61 When Should an Airbag Inflate 59 Where Are the Airbags 58 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 66 Passenger Status Indicator 99 Readiness Light 99 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 66 System Check 56 Alarm Vehicle Security 36 All Season Tires 255 AM FM Radio 136 Antenna ...

Page 344: ...gen Bulbs 243 Headlamp Aiming 243 Headlamps 243 Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 244 License Plate Lamps 246 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 245 Buying New Tires 268 C Calibration 92 California Fuel Requirements 214 Perchlorate Materials Requirements 220 California Proposition 65 Warning 220 240 287 Camera Rear Vision RVC 208 Canadian Vehicle Owners 2 Capacities and ...

Page 345: ...mer Assistance 321 Offices 320 Text Telephone TTY Users 321 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information 327 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 318 D Damage Repair Collision 325 Danger Warning and Caution 2 Data Recorders Event 330 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 121 Indicator Light 108 Defensive Driving 181 Delayed Locking 31 Devices Auxiliary 144 Diagnostics OnStar 336 Distracted Drivin...

Page 346: ...or Lighting Battery Saver 126 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 230 Flash to Pass 121 Flashers Hazard Warning 122 Flat Tire 273 Changing 281 Floor Mats 300 Fluid Automatic Transmission 229 Brakes 239 Washer 237 Fog Lamps Bulb Replacement 123 245 Folding Mirrors 39 Forward Collision Alert FCA System 210 Forward Collision Alert FCA Warning Light 104 Frequency Statement Radio 328 Front Fog Lamp Light 108 F...

Page 347: ...Beam On Light 108 Hill and Mountain Roads 185 Hill Start Assist HSA 203 Home Page 131 Hood 222 Horn 90 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 51 Hydraulic Clutch 230 I Ignition Positions 191 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 241 Immobilizer 37 Light 107 Indicator Owner Manual 102 Vehicle Ahead 104 Infants and Young Children Restraints 69 Infotainment 127 Instrument Cluster 96 Instrument Panel Storage Ar...

Page 348: ...7 Reduced Engine Power 107 Safety Belt Reminders 98 Service Vehicle Soon 102 StabiliTrak OFF 105 Tire Pressure 106 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak 105 Traction Off 105 Up Shift 103 Warning Power Steering 104 Link Smartphone 160 162 164 Load Compartment 87 Locks Automatic Door 32 Delayed Locking 31 Door 30 Lockout Protection 32 Safety 32 Loss of Control 183 Low Fuel Warning Light 107 Lower ...

Page 349: ...nual Indicator 102 P Park Shifting Into 195 Shifting Out of 196 Parking 196 Brake 202 Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 241 Over Things That Burn 196 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 99 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 179 Passenger Sensing System 62 Perchlorate Materials Requirements California 220 Personalization Vehicle 113 Phone Bluetooth 146 147 153 Hands Free 158 Pictures and Movies 165 170 ...

Page 350: ...straints Where to Put 73 Retained Accessory Power RAP 194 Roads Driving Wet 184 Roadside Assistance Program 322 Roof Sunroof 42 Rotation Tires 266 Routing Engine Drive Belt 317 Running the Vehicle While Parked 197 S Safety Belts 50 Care 55 Extender 55 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 51 Lap Shoulder Belt 52 Reminders 98 Replacing after a Crash 55 Use During Pregnancy 54 Safety Defects Reporting C...

Page 351: ...17 192 Steering 182 Power Warning Lights 104 Wheel Adjustment 90 Wheel Controls 90 Stoplamps and Back up Lamps Bulb Replacement 245 Storage Load Compartment 87 Storage Areas Cargo Cover 87 Glove Box 86 Instrument Panel 86 Storage Compartments 86 Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 281 Stuck Vehicle 186 Summer Tires 256 Sun Visors 41 Sunroof 42 Symbols 3 System Forward Collision Alert FCA 2...

Page 352: ...ange Signals 123 Turn Signal Bulb Replacement 245 U Uniform Tire Quality Grading 270 Up Shift Light 103 USB Port 142 Using This Manual 2 V Vehicle Alarm System 36 Canadian Owners 2 Control 182 Identification Number VIN 314 Load Limits 187 Messages 111 Personalization 113 Remote Start 29 Security 36 Service Soon Light 102 Towing 289 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 104 Vehicle Care Storing the Tire Sealant ...

Page 353: ...Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 9085902 2016 CRC 5 27 15 352 Index Windows 39 Manual 40 Power 40 Windshield Wiper Washer 91 Winter Driving 185 Winter Tires 255 Wiper Blade Replacement 242 Wipers Rear Washer 92 ...

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