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:
Steering Angle Sensor Centering
The steering angle sensor does not require centering often. Centering of the
steering angle sensor might be required after certain service procedures are performed.
Some of these procedures are as follows:
Wheel alignment
Steering gear replacement
Steering column replacement
Collision ...
Exhaust Manifold with Catalytic Converter Replacement (LUW)
Exhaust Manifold with Catalytic Converter Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Warning.
Warning: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning.
Preliminary Procedure
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Turbocharger Coolant Return Pipe Replacement (LUV)
Turbocharger Coolant Return Pipe Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the turbocharger. Refer to Turbocharger Replacement.
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Turbocharger Fastener
Caution: Refer t ...
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