Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-11373973) -
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Service and Maintenance
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Usage
Fluid/Lubricant
Automatic Transmission
DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Chassis Lubrication and Manual
Transmission Shift Linkage
Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or
lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Engine Coolant
50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant.
See
.
Engine Oil
Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity
grade. ACDelco dexos1 is recommended. See
.
Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary
Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and
Release Pawl
Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in Canada 89021674)
or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Hydraulic Brake/Clutch System
DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19353126, in
Canada 19299819).
Key Lock Cylinders and Hood and
Door Hinges
Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
Manual Transmission
Manual Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 19259104, in Canada 19259105).
Weatherstrip Conditioning
Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or
Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579, in Canada 10953481).
Windshield Washer
Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection
requirements.