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  1. Papasonic

    So That's What Happened To My Sonic

    https://en.bidfax.info/chevrolet/sonic/3521056-chevrolet-sonic-ltz-2012-orange-14l-vin-1g1jf6sb7c4101918.html The individual who purchased my Sonic in October of 2018, that I traded for a 2019 Equinox Redline, posted on this Forum one time and then disappeared. This explains a lot. I found...
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    Moving On / Seven Years On SOF

    With mixed emotions I will be departing this fine Forum/Group. In the Fall of 2011 we purchased two Sonic's; his and her Inferno Orange 2012 LTZ's Last year we traded the wife's Sonic for a 2017 Malibu LT. Saturday/yesterday I traded my Sonic hatch for a 2019, Silver Ice, Equinox Redline 2.0...
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    His & Hers Sonic's; no more

    For almost six years the wife and I have had matching Inferno Orange LTZ Sonic's: Hers a 1.8 auto sedan, mine a 1.4 manual hatch. Last week my wife traded her Sonic for a 2017 Malibu LT. We had discussed getting new Sonic's at some point, but the incentives and discounts are on in stock...
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    I didn't know cruise control did this!

    I'm not sure if everyone knows, or has tried this: The cruise control, at least the one on my 1.4 manual transmission LTZ hatch, will engage in every gear but first gear, at 24 mph. I always expected that it would engage in 5th, or 6th gear; but all gears except first gear I didn't expect.
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    Intermittent No Crank Condition

    Here is a GM Techlink regarding an intermittent no crank condition caused by a defective exhaust cam position sensor. Intermittent Exhaust Camshaft Position Sensor Signal Papasonic
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    2012 Sonic (Radiator Baffle Noise)

    Here is a GM Techlink regarding a rattle, clunk or flutter-type type noise from the front of the Sonic. Radiator Baffle Noise Papasonic
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    2013 Sonic Recall (signal lamp)

    2013 Model-Year Chevrolet Sonic Recalled Due To Faulty Turn Signal Lamp | GM Authority The issue is that if the turn-signal lamp fails to function, the body control module will not warn the driver of the malfunction. This could lead to a crash.
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    Consequences of topping off fuel tank.

    I am guilty of attempting to pack a little more fuel into my Sonics fuel tank when filling up; now there is another good reason not to do this. Link: Fuel Gauge Inoperative Papasonic
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    Coil Pack Failure 1.4

    Had to have my LTZ turbo 1.4 towed to the dealer yesterday. I went to start it up in the garage, and it wasn't running on all cylinders; the check engine light came on, then started flashing. A call to Onstar verified the misfire, and suggested not driving the vehicle to prevent damage to the...
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    2012 Sonic Camber Adjustment

    Service Bolts for Camber Adjustment - GM Techlink Here is a techlink concerning wheel alignment on our Sonics. Papasonic
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    Turning Circle Specs.

    After reviewing some specifications in regards to turning circle - curb to curb dimensions; I noticed that depending on what the wheel size is, there is a different turning circle diameter, and different steering wheel lock to lock rotation spec. Did anyone else notice this difference...
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    Experimental Dead Pedal Solution

    After noticing that the dead pedal area on the floorboard is carpeted, and that the floor mats do not protect that area of the floor; This is what I have done. This is what I used. Walmart has this in automotive. I made sure the carpet was clean and dry, cut the product to length, and...
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    Stock 1.4 Clutch Engagement

    After watching Motorweek's Sonic road test episode, I had concerns about their observation of the clutch engaging too high, or engaging toward the top portion of it's travel. My personal preference is a clutch that has an engagement point closer to the bottom of it's travel. I find the former...
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    Orange LTZ "1.4" Turbo Hatch Finally Here

    Our wait is over for our Sonic LTZ Turbo Hatch. Details; Sonic LTZ hatchback; 1.4 6-speed manual Inferno Orange metallic Jet black / Dark titanium, Leatherette Oil pan heater I found this during a search early Nov.; Went to look at it, but was told it was in transit; This was Nov. 11, 2011...
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