Chevrolet - Sonic - Owners Manual - 2015 - 2015

Rotate tires, if recommended for the vehicle, and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter (or 2 years, whichever comes first). Replace engine air cleaner filter (or every 4 years, whichever occurs first). Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires. (Applies to: 1.4 L ) Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires. Change manual transmission fluid. (Applies to: Manual, Severe) Change automatic transmission fluid, if equipped. If filter is serviceable, change filter. (Applies to: Severe) Change brake/clutch fluid (or every 3 years, whichever occurs first). Drain and fill engine cooling system (or every 5 years, whichever comes first). Replace timing belt, idler pulley, and timing belt tensioner (or 3 years, whichever comes first). (Applies to: 1.8 L) Inspect evaporative control system. Inspect engine accessory drive belts for fraying, excessive cracks or obvious damage (or every 10 years, whichever occurs first). Page 1 of 2 150,000 miles 142,500 miles 135,000 miles 127,500 miles 120,000 miles 112,500 miles 105,000 miles 97,500 miles 90,000 miles 82,500 miles 75,000 miles 67,500 miles 60,000 miles 52,500 miles 45,000 miles 37,500 miles 30,000 miles 22,500 miles 15,000 miles 7,500 miles Maintenance Schedule for your 2015 Chevrolet Sonic Additional Maintenance / Care for your 2015 Chevrolet Sonic Alignment Multi-Point Vehicle Inspection • Alignment is critical for ensuring that you get the maximum wear and performance of your tires. • Signs that your alignment may need to be adjusted include your vehicle being pulled one way or the other as you drive or unusual tire wear. • Protect yourself and your investment with a multi-point vehicle inspection. • Your dealer can examine critical systems and inform you when they may need attention. They also check for visual conditions of many components. • This inspection includes an examination of your tires, brakes, belts, hoses, lights, fluids and more. Batteries • The battery supplies energy to the vehicle to start the engine. • Break downs or failure to start your vehicle can be avoided with having a great battery with full cranking power. Because of additional electrical accessories such as, on board computers and navigation systems, Reserve Capacity (RC) is an important factor as well. Brakes • Stopping power is crucial to a safe and successful driving experience. And when you need to stop, you don’t want to second guess if your brakes are working properly. • Signs of brake wear include chirping, grinding or squealing noise or difficultly stopping the vehicle. Fluids Tires • Your tires are what keeps your vehicle moving, so we want to ensure yours are properly aligned, balanced and in top shape. It is recommended that you rotate your tires every 7,500 miles or 12,000 kilometers. • Signs to know when it’s time to replace your tire include: You can see three or more of the tread wear indicators around the tire; Cord or fabric is showing through the rubber; The tread or sidewall is cracked or cut or your tire has a bulge or split. Windshields • Make sure to have the best view of the road. For safety, appearance and optimum performance, it’s important that your windshield is clean and clear of scratches and cracks. • Signs of wear include scratches, cracks, wind noise or water leaks. • To maintain optimum performance of your vehicle, it’s important that your vehicle maintain adequate and proper fluid levels. Wiper Blades Hoses • Make sure you have a clear view through your windshield with wiper blades that are in good condition. • Signs of wear include streaking, skipping across the windshield, or worn or split rubber. • It’s important that you regularly inspect hoses such as, heater and radiator hoses and ensure that they are in good working condition. • Signs of wear include hoses that are worn, cracked, soft or blistered. Lights • When there’s limited visibility, you want to make sure your head lights are bright and work properly. Page 2 of 2