2013 Chevrolet Sonic Service and Repair Manual

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2013 Chevrolet Sonic service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and reference wiring diagrams and system sections quickly while you work.

What’s included

  • Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
  • Specifications and reference data (where provided)
  • Wiring diagrams and electrical sections
  • Powertrain, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC and more

Trims covered

  • LTZ Sedan 4-Door
  • RS Hatchback 4-Door
  • LTZ Hatchback 4-Door
  • LS Hatchback 4-Door
  • LT Hatchback 4-Door
  • LT Sedan 4-Door
  • LS Sedan 4-Door

Engines covered

  • 1.6L 1598CC 98Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
  • 1.8L 1796CC 110Cu. In. l4 FLEX DOHC Naturally Aspirated
  • 1.8L 1796CC 110Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
  • 1.4L 1364CC 83Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged

Index / Table of contents

  • Body
  • Brakes
  • Chassis Electrical
  • Driveline
  • Engine Cooling
  • Engine Electrical
  • Engine Mechanical
  • Engine Performance & Emission Controls
  • Fuel System
  • General Information & Identification
  • Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
  • Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
  • Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2013 Chevrolet Sonic Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #16V25700028/04/2016Component: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax vehicles and 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radi

Consequence

Without audible indicators, the driver may leave the key in the ignition, increasing the r

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The ma

NHTSA #23V51600027/07/2023Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Buick Verano, Chevrolet Camero, Sonic, and Volt vehicles. The driver-side air bag inflator may explode during deployment due to

Consequence

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occ

Remedy

Dealers will replace the driver-side air bag module, free of charge. On some 2013 Volt ve

NHTSA #13V46400026/09/2013Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 and 2014 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured August 2, 2013, through August 12, 2013. Due to insufficient welds, the fro

Consequence

If the front fuel tank strap bracket separates, the increased load may lead to the failure

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front fuel tank strap bracket, and rep

NHTSA #13V22000024/05/2013Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac ATS and model year 2013 Cadillac XTS; model year 2014 Chevrolet Impala; and 2013 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles. Or

Consequence

If the brake lamps flash when the vehicle is not slowing, a following driver may not adjus

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the body control module. The recall beg

NHTSA #12V45400017/09/2012Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured from May 29, 2012, through August 29, 2012. When a turn signal lamp fails to ope

Consequence

If the driver is not aware that the turn signal is not functioning and does not have the l

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the BCM and the vehicle's key fobs, free

TSB #11030974

This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.

TSB #11030092

This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.

TSB #11030091

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

TSB #11027601

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

TSB #11026104

This service bulletin provides information on Tire Sidewall Irregularities.

TSB #11026017

This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage.

TSB #11025755

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customers vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the s

TSB #11024485

The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.

Showing the 8 most recent of 741 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20161007Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported5 injured

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET SONIC. WHILE PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT ONTO THE ROAD TO GET IN A TURNING LANE, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE

20161007Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMCrash reported5 injured

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET SONIC. WHILE PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT ONTO THE ROAD TO GET IN A TURNING LANE, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE

20241223Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported2 injured

The Sonic rear ended a stationary vehicle going close to 50mph. No airbags deployed.

20250417Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

On 7-27-2023 General Motors issued a recall on 2013 models of Sonic, my VIN was not included in this recall. However on 4-16-2025 my sonic was involved in a impact incident in whic

Showing the 4 most serious of 322 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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