2017 CHEVROLET SONIC technical data

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Technical Data
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303Service Parts IdentificationLabel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
Vehicle Data
Capacities andSpecifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . 306
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)
This legal identifier is in the frontcorner of the instrument panel, onthe driver side of the vehicle. It canbe seen through the windshield fromoutside. The Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) also appears on theVehicle Certification and ServiceParts labels and certificates of titleand registration.
Engine Identification
The eighth character in the VIN isthe engine code. This codeidentifies the vehicle's engine,specifications, and replacementparts. See“Engine Specifications”underCapacities and Specifications0304for the vehicle's engine code.
Service Parts
Identification Label
This label, in the spare tire well inthe trunk, has the followinginformation:
.Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN).
.Model designation.
.Paint information.
.Production options and specialequipment.
Do not remove this label from thevehicle.

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Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. SeeRecommended Fluids andLubricants0300for more information.
ApplicationCapacities
Metric English
Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type andcharge amount, see the refrigerant label under thehood. 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 41.0 L 10.8 gal
Wheel Nut Torque 140Y100 lb ft
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in thismanual. Recheck fluid level after filling.

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Engine Specifications
EngineVIN CodeTr a n s m i s s i o nSpark Plug Gap
1.4L L4 LUVBAutomatic and Manual 0.60–0.70 mm (0.024–0.028 in)
1.8L L4 LUWHAutomatic and Manual 0.60–0.70 mm (0.024–0.028 in)
1.8L L4 LWEGAutomatic and Manual 0.60–0.70 mm (0.024–0.028 in)

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Engine Drive Belt Routing
1.4L L4 Engine
1.8L L4 Engine (with Air
Conditioning)
1.8L L4 Engine (without Air
Conditioning)