Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: OnStar Overview
If equipped, this vehicle has a comprehensive, in-vehicle system that can connect to a live Advisor for Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connection, and Diagnostic Services.
The OnStar system status light is next to the OnStar buttons. If the status light is:
- Solid Green: System is ready.
- Flashing Green: On a call.
- Red: Indicates a problem.
Press Q or call 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) to speak to an Advisor.
Press = to:
- Make a call, end a call, or answer an incoming call.
- Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling voice commands.
- Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation voice commands. Requires the available Directions and Connections service plan.
Press Q to connect to a live Advisor to:
- Verify account information or update contact information.
- Get driving directions. Requires the available Directions and Connections service plan.
- Receive On-Demand Diagnostics for a check of the vehicle’s key operating systems.
- Receive Roadside Assistance.
Press the OnStar Emergency button > to get a priority connection to an Emergency Advisor available 24/7 to:
- Get help for an emergency.
- Be a Good Samaritan or respond to an AMBER Alert.
- Get crisis assistance and evacuation routes.
OnStar Description and Operation
This OnStar® system consists of the following components:
Telematics communication interface control module
OnStar® three button assembly
Microphone
Cellular antenna
Navigation antenna
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Operation
Radio Controls without Touchscreen
The infotainment system is operated by using the pushbuttons, multifunction
knobs, menus shown on the display, and steering wheel controls, if equipped ...
Other materials:
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand,
mud, ice, or snow.
If stuck too severely for the traction system to free the vehicle, turn the traction
system off and use the rocking method. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability
Control.
Warning
If the vehi ...
Front Fog Lamp Cover Replacement (Without T3U)
Front Fog Lamp Cover Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the front wheelhouse liner. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement.
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Front Fog Lamp Front Cover
Proce ...
Engine Front Cover and Oil Pump Installation
Special Tools
EN-952 Fixing Pin
EN-953-A Fixing Tool
EN-49977-100 Transmitter Disc Fixation
EN-49977-200 Fixing Tool
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Note: Mind the guide sleeves when installing engine front cover.
Install the engine front ...
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