air condition CHEVROLET SONIC 2017 2.G Owners Manual

Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-10122660) -2017 - crc - 5/13/16
Introduction 3
Danger, Warning, and
Caution
Warning messages found on vehiclelabels and in this manual describehazards and what to do to avoid orreduce them.
{Danger
Danger indicates a hazard with a
high level of risk which will result
in serious injury or death.
{Warning
Warning indicates a hazard that
could result in injury or death.
Caution
Caution indicates a hazard that
could result in property or vehicle
damage.
Acirclewithaslashthroughitisasafety symbol which means“DoNot,”“Do not do this,”or“Do not letthis happen.”
Symbols
The vehicle has components andlabels that use symbols instead oftext. Symbols are shown along withthe text describing the operation orinformation relating to a specificcomponent, control, message,gauge, or indicator.
M:Shown when the ownermanual has additional instructionsor information.
*:Shown when the servicemanual has additional instructionsor information.
0:Shown when there is moreinformation on another page—“see page.”
Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbolsthat may be found on the vehicleand what they mean. For moreinformation on the symbol, refer tothe Index.
9:Airbag Readiness Light
#:Air Conditioning
!:Antilock Brake System (ABS)
%:Audio Steering Wheel Controlsor OnStar®
$:Brake System Warning Light
":Charging System
I:Cruise Control
`:Do Not Puncture
^:Do Not Service
B:Engine Coolant Temperature
O:Exterior Lamps
_:Flame/Fire Prohibited
#:Fog Lamps
.:Fuel Gauge
+:Fuses

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To r e t u r n t h e s e a t b a c k t o a n u p r i g h tposition:
1. Lift the lever fully withoutapplying pressure to theseatback, and the seatbackreturns to the upright position.
2. Push and pull on the seatbackto make sure it is locked.
SeeReclining Seatbacks055.
Second Row Seats
The rear seatbacks can be foldeddown to increase cargo space.
SeeRear Seats057.
Head Restraint
Adjustment
Do not drive until the head restraintsfor all occupants are installed andadjusted properly.
To a c h i e v e a c o m f o r t a b l e s e a t i n gposition, change the seatbackrecline angle as little as necessarywhile keeping the seat and the headrestraint height in the properposition.
SeeHead Restraints052andSeatAdjustment053.
Safety Belts
Refer to the following sections forimportant information on how to usesafety belts properly:
.Safety Belts059.
.How to Wear Safety BeltsProperly060.
.Lap-Shoulder Belt061.
.Lower Anchors and Tethers forChildren (LATCH System)084.
Passenger Sensing
System
United States
Canada
The passenger sensing systemturns off the front outboardpassenger frontal airbag and kneeairbag under certain conditions. Noother airbag is affected by thepassenger sensing system. SeePassenger Sensing System071.

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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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OFF, or the symbol for on or off, willbe visible. SeePassenger AirbagStatus Indicator0111.
The passenger sensing systemturns off the front outboardpassenger frontal airbag and kneeairbag under certain conditions. Noother airbag is affected by thepassenger sensing system.
The passenger sensing systemworks with sensors that are part ofthe front outboard passenger seat.The sensors are designed to detectthe presence of a properly seatedoccupant and determine if the frontoutboard passenger frontal airbagand knee airbag should be allowedto inflate or not.
According to accident statistics,children are safer when properlysecured in a rear seat in the correctchild restraint for their weightand size.
Whenever possible, children age12 and under should be secured inarearseatingposition.
Never put a rear-facing child seat inthe front. This is because the risk tothe rear-facing child is so great,if the airbag inflates.
{Warning
Achildinarear-facingchild
restraint can be seriously injured
or killed if the passenger frontal
airbag inflates. This is because
the back of the rear-facing child
restraint would be very close to
the inflating airbag. A child in a
forward-facing child restraint can
be seriously injured or killed if the
passenger frontal airbag inflates
and the passenger seat is in a
forward position.
Even if the passenger sensing
system has turned off the front
outboard passenger airbag(s), no
system is fail-safe. No one can
guarantee that an airbag will not
deploy under some unusual
circumstance, even though the
airbag(s) are off.
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Warning (Continued)
Never put a rear-facing child
restraint in the front seat, even if
the airbag is off. If securing a
forward-facing child restraint in
the front outboard passenger
seat, always move the seat as far
back as it will go. It is better to
secure child restraints in the rear
seat. Consider using another
vehicle to transport the child
when a rear seat is not available.
The passenger sensing system isdesigned to turn off the frontoutboard passenger frontal airbagand knee airbag if:
.The front outboard passengerseat is unoccupied.
.The system determines that aninfant is present in a rear-facinginfant seat.
.The system determines that asmall child is present in a childrestraint.

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6. If the child restraint has a toptether, follow the child restraintmanufacturer's instructionsregarding the use of the toptether. SeeLower Anchors andTe t h e r s f o r C h i l d r e n ( L AT C HSystem)084.
7. Before placing a child in thechild restraint, make sure it issecurely held in place. Tocheck, grasp the child restraintat the safety belt path andattempt to move it side to sideand back and forth. When thechild restraint is properlyinstalled, there should be nomore than 2.5 cm (1 in) ofmovement.
To r e m o v e t h e c h i l d r e s t r a i n t ,unbuckle the vehicle safety belt andlet it return to the stowed position.If the top tether is attached to a toptether anchor, disconnect it.
Securing Child Restraints
(With the Safety Belt in
the Front Seat)
This vehicle has airbags. A rearseat is a safer place to secure aforward-facing child restraint. SeeWhere to Put the Restraint083.
In addition, the vehicle has apassenger sensing system which isdesigned to turn off the frontoutboard passenger frontal airbagand knee airbag under certainconditions. SeePassenger SensingSystem071andPassenger AirbagStatus Indicator0111for moreinformation on this, includingimportant safety information.
Never put a rear-facing child seat inthe front. This is because the risk tothe rear-facing child is so great,if the airbag deploys.
{Warning
Achildinarear-facingchild
restraint can be seriously injured
or killed if the front outboard
passenger frontal airbag inflates.
This is because the back of the
rear-facing child restraint would
be very close to the inflating
airbag. A child in a forward-facing
child restraint can be seriously
injured or killed if the front
outboard passenger frontal airbag
inflates and the passenger seat is
in a forward position.
Even if the passenger sensing
system has turned off the front
outboard passenger airbag(s), no
system is fail-safe. No one can
guarantee that an airbag will not
deploy under some unusual
circumstance, even though the
airbag(s) are off.
Secure rear-facing child restraints
in a rear seat, even if the
airbag(s) are off. If you secure a
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Charging System Light
This light will come on briefly whenthe ignition is turned on, and theengine is not running, as a check toshow it is working.
It should go out when the engine isstarted. If it stays on, or comes onwhile driving, there may be aproblem with the electrical chargingsystem. Have it checked by yourdealer. Driving while this light is oncould drain the battery. If a shortdistance must be driven with thelight on, turn off all accessories,such as the radio and airconditioner, to help reduce the drainon the battery.
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp (Check Engine
Light)
This light is part of the vehicle’semission control on-boarddiagnostic system. If this light is onwhile the engine is running, amalfunction has been detected andthe vehicle may require service. Thelight should come on to show that itis working when the ignition is inON/RUN with the engine notrunning. SeeIgnition Positions (KeyAccess)0182orIgnition Positions(Keyless Access)0183.
Malfunctions are often indicated bythe system before any problem isnoticeable. Being aware of the lightand seeking service promptly whenit comes on may prevent damage.
Caution
If the vehicle is driven continually
with this light on, the emission
control system may not work as
well, the fuel economy may be
lower, and the vehicle may not
run smoothly. This could lead to
costly repairs that might not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Caution
Modifications to the engine,
transmission, exhaust, intake,
or fuel system, or the use of
replacement tires that do not
meet the original tire
specifications, can cause this light
to come on. This could lead to
costly repairs not covered by the
vehicle warranty. This could also
affect the vehicle’sabilitytopass
an Emissions Inspection/
Maintenance test. See
Accessories and
Modifications0214.

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Vehicle Messages
Messages displayed on the DICindicate the status of the vehicle orsome action that may be needed tocorrect a condition. Multiplemessages appear one after another.All messages should be takenseriously.
Base Level Cluster
On the base level cluster, vehiclemessages appear as code numbers.Some of these codes may appearwith the Service Vehicle Soon lightin the DIC display.
2:No Remote Detected. PressClutch to Restart
4:A/C Off Due to HighEngine Temp
5:Steering Column Is Locked
7:Turn Steering Wheel, Turn KeyOff, Then On
9:Turn Steering Wheel, StartVehicle Again
10 :Brakes Overheated
15 :Check High MountedBrake Lamp
16 :Check Brake Lamps
18 :Left Low Beam Failure
20 :Right Low Beam Failure
21 :Check Left Position Lamp
22 :Check Right Position Lamp
23 :Reversing Lamp Failure
24 :License Plate Lamp Failure
25 :Left Front Turn Indicator Failure
26 :Left Rear Turn Indicator Failure
27 :Right Front Turn IndicatorFailure
28 :Right Rear Turn Signal Failure
35 :Replace Battery In Remote Key
49 :Lane Departure WarningUnavailable
52 :Change Timing Belt
53 :Tighten Gas Cap
59 :Open, Then Close DriverWindow
65 :Theft Attempted
66 :Service Theft Alarm
67 :Service Steering Column Lock
68 :Service Power Steering, Drivewith Care
77 :Service Front Camera System
79 :Engine Oil Low–Add Oil
81 :Service Transmission
84 :Engine Power Is Reduced
88 :Use Transmitter Pocket to Start
89 :Service Vehicle Soon
91 :No Remote Detected
92 :No Remote Detected, PressBrake To Restart
93 :Press Button Again To TurnEngine Off
94 :Shift to Park
95 :Service Airbag
174 :Low Battery
258 :Park Assist Off
Uplevel Cluster
Messages that do not requireimmediate action can beacknowledged and cleared bypressing SET/CLR.

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Climate Controls
Climate Control Systems
Climate Control Systems . . . . . 166
Air Vents
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Maintenance
Air Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169Passenger Compartment AirFilter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Climate Control
Systems
These climate control systemscontrol the heating, cooling, andventilation for 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 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
Te m p e r a t u r e C o n t r o l :Turnclockwise or counterclockwise toincrease or decrease thetemperature.
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fan control to 0 turns the fan off. Thefan must be turned on to run the airconditioning compressor.
Air Delivery Mode Control :Turnclockwise or counterclockwise tochange the current airflow mode.
Select from the following air deliverymodes:
Y:Air is directed to the instrumentpanel outlets.
\:Air is divided between theinstrument panel and floor outlets.
[:Air is directed to the flooroutlets, with some air directed to therear outlets.
W:This mode clears the windowsof fog or moisture. Air is directed tothe floor, windshield, and sidewindow outlets.
1:This mode clears thewindshield of fog or frost morequickly. Air is directed to thewindshield and side window outlets.
Do not drive the vehicle until allwindows are clear.
In defrost or defog mode, excessiveair conditioning use can cause thewindows to fog. If this happens,
change the air delivery mode toY
and reduce the fan speed.
#:If equipped with airconditioning, follow these steps to
use the system. TurnAto the
desired speed. The air conditioningdoes not operate when the fancontrol knob is in the off position.
Press#to turn the air conditioning
on and off. When#is pressed, an
indicator light comes on to showthat the air conditioning is on.
For quick cool down on hot days:
1. Open the windows to let hot airescape.
2. PressM.
3. Press#.
4. Select the coolest temperature.
5. Select the highestAspeed.
Using these settings together forlong periods of time may cause theair inside the vehicle to become too
dry. To prevent this from happening,after the air in the vehicle hascooled, turn the recirculationmode off.
M:This mode recirculates andhelps to quickly cool the air insidethe vehicle. It can be used to reducethe entry of outside air and odors.
Press the button to turn therecirculation mode on. An indicatorlight comes on to show that therecirculation is on. Press the buttonagain to return to outside air mode.
Using the recirculation mode forextended periods may cause thewindows to fog. If this happens,select the defrost mode.
Max#is available when the air
conditioning is selected and thetemperature is set to the coolestsetting while the outside air
temperature is warm. When Max#
is activated, the air inside thevehicle is automatically recirculated,which helps to quickly cool thevehicle. The recirculation indicatorwill not be lit.

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To a l l o w o u t s i d e a i r t o e n t e r i n t h e s econditions, press the recirculationbutton twice. The recirculationindicator will not be lit.
MorL:If equipped, press to heatthe driver or passenger seat. SeeHeated Front Seats056.
Rear Window and Outside
Mirror Defogger
1:Press to turn the rear windowand outside mirror defogger on oroff. An indicator light comes on toshow that the feature is on.
The rear window defogger can be
turned off by pressing1again or
by turning the ignition to ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF.
If equipped with heated outsiderearview mirrors, they turn on withthe rear window defogger and helpto clear fog or frost from the surfaceof the mirror. SeeHeatedMirrors047.
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 thecenter and on the side of theinstrument panel to direct theairflow. Move the slats on the centerair vents to direct airflow.
Turn the knobs on the side air ventscounterclockwise or clockwise toopen or close off the airflow.
Operation Tips
.Clear away any ice, snow,or leaves from the air inlets atthe base of the windshield thatmay block the flow of air into thevehicle.
.Use of non-GM approved hooddeflectors may adversely affectthe performance of the system.
.Keep the path under the frontseats clear of objects to helpcirculate the air inside thevehicle more effectively.