sport mode CHEVROLET SONIC 2018 Get To Know Guide

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The traction control system limits wheelspin and the StabiliTrak stabili\
ty control system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving c\
onditions. Both systems turn on automatically every time the vehicle is started.
TRACTION CONTROL AND STABILITRAK® SYSTEMS
Traction control should be turned off if the vehicle is stuck and rocking the
vehicle is required.
Press the StabiliTrak/Traction Control button. The Traction Control Off light will illuminate on the instru-ment cluster. Press the button again to turn on the system.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONF
MANUAL MODE
Manual Mode allows the driver to shift gears manually. This feature can be used to drive the vehicle in a sportier manner or to down-shift when driving on a downhill grade to
provide engine braking.
1. Move the shift lever to the Manual (M) position.
2. Press the + (plus) or – (minus) button on the side of the shift lever to upshift or downshift. The current gear will be displayed on the Driver Information Center.
If vehicle speed is too high or too low for the requested gear, the shif\
t will not occur. When coming to a stop, the transmission will downshift automatically.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
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