2017 CHEVROLET SONIC Owners Manual

Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-10122660) -2017 - crc - 5/13/16
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;:Turns on the parking lampsincluding all lamps except theheadlamps.
5:Turns the headlamps ontogether with the parking lamps andinstrument panel lights. A warningchime sounds if the driver door isopened when the ignition switch isoff and the headlamps are on.
#:For vehicles with fog lamps,press to turn the lamps on or off.
See:
.Exterior Lamp Controls0134
.Daytime Running Lamps(DRL)0135
.Fog Lamps0137
Windshield Wiper/Washer
Sedan
Hatchback
The windshield wiper/washer leveris on the right side of the steeringcolumn.
Move the lever to one of thefollowing 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 thex
INT band up for more frequentwipes or down for less frequentwipes.
OFF :Use to turn the wipers off.
1X :For a single wipe, briefly movethe wiper lever down. For severalwipes, hold the wiper lever down.
nL:Pull the windshield wiperlever toward you to spray windshieldwasher fluid and activate the wipers.
SeeWindshield Wiper/Washer0102.Forvehicleswitharearwindow wiper/washer, seeRearWindow Wiper/Washer0103.
Climate Controls
If equipped with these climatecontrol systems, the heating,cooling, and ventilation can becontrolled for the vehicle.

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Climate Control System with
Heater and Air Conditioning
1. Temperature Control
2. Fan Control
3. Air Delivery Mode Control
4. Driver and Passenger HeatedSeats (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
SeeClimate Control Systems0166.
Transmission
Automatic Transmission
Manual Mode
If equipped, this position allows youto change gears similar to a manualtransmission. To use this feature:
1. Move the shift lever fromD(Drive) rearward toM(Manual Mode).
2. Press the + (plus) end of thebutton on the side of the shiftlever to upshift, or press the✓(minus) end of the button todownshift.
SeeManual Mode0192.

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Manual Transmission
Up-Shift Light
Vehicles equipped with a manualtransmission have an up-shift light.This light indicates when to shift tothe next higher gear for better fueleconomy.
For the best fuel economy,accelerate slowly and shift when thelight comes on, if weather, road, andtraffic conditions allow.
It is normal for the light to go on andoff if the accelerator positionchanges quickly. Ignore the lightduring downshifts.
Reverse Lockout
The manual transmission isequipped with a reverse lockoutring. To shift into R (Reverse), pressdown the clutch pedal, lift up thering on the shift lever, and shift intoR(Reverse). Let up on the clutchpedal slowly while pressing theaccelerator pedal.
SeeManual Transmission0193.
Vehicle Features
Infotainment System
Read the following pages tobecome familiar with the features.
{Warning
Ta k i n g y o u r e y e s o f f t h e r o a d f o r
too long or too often while using
any infotainment feature can
cause a crash. You or others
could be injured or killed. Do not
give extended attention to
infotainment tasks while driving.
Limit your glances at the vehicle
displays and focus your attention
on driving. Use voice commands
whenever possible.
The infotainment system has built-infeatures intended to help avoiddistraction by disabling somefunctions when driving. Thesefunctions may gray out when theyare unavailable. Many infotainment

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features are also available throughthe instrument cluster and steeringwheel controls.
Before driving:
.Become familiar with theoperation, faceplate buttons, andscreen buttons.
.Set up the audio by presettingfavorite stations, setting thetone, and adjusting thespeakers.
.Set up phone numbers inadvance so they can be calledeasily by pressing a singlebutton or by using a single voicecommand if equipped withBluetooth phone capability.
SeeDefensive Driving0172.
To p l a y t h e i n f o t a i n m e n t s y s t e m w i t hthe ignition off, seeRetainedAccessory Power (RAP)0187.
Radio(s)
O:
.Press to turn the power on.
.Press and hold to turn thepower off.
.Press to mute/unmute thesystem when on.
.Turn to decrease or increase thevolume.
g:
.Radio: Press and release to fastseek the strongest previousstation or channel.
.USB/Music/Pictures: Press to goto the previous content. Pressand hold to fast rewind.
d:
.Radio: Press and release to fastseek the next strongest stationor channel.
.USB/Music/Pictures: Press to goto the next content. Press andhold to fast forward.
5:
.Press and release to access thephone screen, answer anincoming call, or access thedevice home screen.
SeeOverview0143.
Satellite Radio
If equipped, vehicles with aSiriusXM®satellite radio tuner and avalid SiriusXM satellite radiosubscription can receive SiriusXMprogramming.
SiriusXM Satellite Radio
Service
SiriusXM is a satellite radio servicebased in the 48 contiguous UnitedStates and 10 Canadian provinces.SiriusXM satellite radio has a widevariety of programming andcommercial-free music, coast tocoast, and in digital-quality sound.AfeeisrequiredtoreceivetheSiriusXM service.
Refer to:
.www.siriusxm.com or call1-888-601-6296 (U.S.).
.www.siriusxm.ca or call1-877-438-9677 (Canada).
SeeSatellite Radio0146.

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Portable Audio Devices
The vehicle is equipped with eitherasingleUSBportordualUSBportslocated in the center stack. Externaldevices such as iPods®,MP3players, and USB storage devicesmay be connected.
SeeUSB Port0149.
Bluetooth®
The Bluetooth®system allows userswith a Bluetooth-enabled mobilephone to make and receivehands-free calls using the vehicleaudio system and controls.
The Bluetooth-enabled mobilephone must be paired with thein-vehicle Bluetooth system before itcan be used in the vehicle. Not allphones will support all functions.
SeeBluetooth (Overview)0155orBluetooth (InfotainmentControls)0157.
Steering Wheel Controls
For vehicles with audio steeringwheel controls, some audio controlscan be adjusted at the steeringwheel.
b/g:For vehicles with aBluetooth, OnStar, or navigationsystem, press to interact with thosesystems. SeeBluetooth (Overview)0155orBluetooth (InfotainmentControls)0157,OnStar Overview0321,ortheinfotainmentmanual.
$/i:Press to silence thevehicle speakers only. Press againto turn the sound on. For vehicleswith OnStar or Bluetooth systems,press to reject an incoming call,or to end a current call.
_SRC^:Press to select a sourceor turn to change favorite stations.
Press_or^to select AM, FM, CD,
or MP3 track.
Turn_or^to select the next or
previous saved favorite radiostations.
+x✓:Press + to increase the
volume. Press✓to decrease thevolume.
For more information, seeSteeringWheel Controls0101.

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Cruise Control
5:Press to turn the cruise controlsystem on and off. A white indicatorcomes on in the instrument clusterwhen cruise is turned on.
RES/+ :If there is a set speed inmemory, move the thumbwheel upbriefly to resume to that speed orhold upward to accelerate. If cruisecontrol is already active, use toincrease vehicle speed.
SET/✓:Move the thumbwheel downbriefly to set the speed and activatecruise control. If cruise control isalready active, use to decreasespeed.
*:Press to disengage cruisecontrol without erasing the setspeed from memory.
SeeCruise Control0199.
Driver Information
Center (DIC)
The DIC display is in the instrumentcluster. It shows the status of manyvehicle systems. The controls forthe DIC are on the turn signal lever.
1.SET/CLR:Press to set or clearthe menu item displayed.
2.wx:Turn the band to scroll
through the menu items.
3.MENU:Press to display theDIC menus. This button is alsoused to return to or exit the lastscreen displayed on the DIC.
SeeDriver Information Center(DIC)0121.
Forward Collision Alert
(FCA) System
If equipped, FCA may help avoid orreduce the harm caused byfront-end crashes. FCA provides a
green indicator,V,whenavehicle
is detected ahead. Whenapproaching a vehicle ahead tooquickly, FCA provides a red flashingalert and rapidly beeps. This alertstays lit if you follow a vehicle muchtoo closely.
SeeForward Collision Alert (FCA)System0204.
Lane Departure
Warning (LDW)
If equipped, LDW may help avoidunintentional lane departures atspeeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or

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greater. LDW uses a camera sensorto detect the lane markings. The
LDW light,@,isgreenifalane
marking is detected. If the vehicledeparts the lane without using a turnsignal in that direction, the light willchange to amber and flash. Inaddition, beeps will sound.
SeeLane Departure Warning(LDW)0206.
Rear Vision
Camera (RVC)
If equipped, RVC displays a view ofthe area behind the vehicle, on theinfotainment display, when thevehicle is shifted into R (Reverse).
SeeRear Vision Camera(RVC)0201.
Power Outlets
The accessory power outlets can beused to plug in electrical equipment,such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
The vehicle has an accessorypower outlet behind the cupholderson the center floor console.
SeePower Outlets0105.
Sunroof
If equipped, the sunroof onlyoperates when the ignition is on orRetained Accessory Power (RAP) isactive. SeeRetained AccessoryPower (RAP)0187.
Express-open :Press and
releaseeto express-open the
sunroof. Press again to stop themovement.
Open/Close (Manual Mode) :
Press and holdeto open the
sunroof. Release the switch to stop
the movement. Press and holdg
to close the sunroof. Release theswitch to stop the movement.
Vent :Press and holdgto vent
the sunroof.
The sunshade opens automaticallywith the sunroof, but must be closedmanually.
The sunroof will not operate if thevehicle has an electrical failure.
SeeSunroof050.

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Performance and
Maintenance
Traction Control/
Electronic Stability
Control
The Traction Control System (TCS)limits wheel spin. The system is onwhen the vehicle is started.
The StabiliTrak system assists withdirectional control of the vehicle indifficult driving conditions. Thesystem is on when the vehicle isstarted.
.To t u r n o f f t r a c t i o n c o n t r o l , p r e s s
and releasegon the center
console. The traction off lighti
illuminates.
.Press and releasegagain to
turn traction control back on.
.To t u r n o f f b o t h t r a c t i o n c o n t r o land StabiliTrak, press and holdguntil the traction off lighti
and the StabiliTrak OFF lightg
illuminate.
.Pressgagain to turn on both
systems.
SeeTr a c t i o n C o n t r o l / E l e c t r o n i cStability Control0197.
Tire Pressure Monitor
This vehicle may have a TirePressure Monitor System (TPMS).
The low tire pressure warning lightalerts to a significant loss inpressure of one of the vehicle'stires. If the warning light comes on,stop as soon as possible and inflatethe tires to the recommendedpressure shown on the Tire andLoading Information label. SeeVehicle Load Limits0178.Thewarning light will remain on until thetire pressure is corrected.
The low tire pressure warning lightmay come on in cool weather whenthe vehicle is first started, and thenturn off as the vehicle is driven. Thismay be an early indicator that thetire pressures are getting low andthe tires need to be inflated to theproper pressure.
The TPMS does not replace normalmonthly tire maintenance. Maintainthe correct tire pressures.
SeeTire Pressure MonitorSystem0257.
Fuel
Regular Fuel
Use only unleaded gasoline rated87 octane or higher in your vehicle.Do not use gasoline with an octanerating lower as it may result invehicle damage and lower fueleconomy. SeeFuel0207.