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    Dragger App Sonic Power Runs

    Interesting. I've never heard of this app. I'll have to check it out.
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    !!!!! EMERGENCY, please help if you can!

    Ugh. F'ing facebook. So, your Sonic is an automatic? The engine type is probably irrelevant, but it wouldn't hurt to mention it. My experience with automatics ended with TH-350s & -400s decades ago. You may be looking at a new transmission or simply replacing a sensor that's preventing the...
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    Rear drum brakes

    Take the drums off once in a while to check them. I have no idea how long they'll last for you, but they can also build up a lip of rust that can make them a real bear to remove, and they can rust onto the hub. Taking them off once in a while for inspection can catch that before it becomes a...
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    High Mileage Sonics - the longevity thread

    127,000 miles - 2012, 1.4T, 6MT, LT sedan, stock...I think... I got this late last year, so I'm not sure just how stock it is. It's leaking some oil and I think may have a vacuum leak. The gas mileage isn't where I think it should be, and on the highway the acceleration seems to improve if I...
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    Traction Control Warning Light Followed by Power Steering Light While Driving

    Quick follow-up: the problem went away as soon as I unplugged my Ultra Gauge. The check engine light was on for a day or two after, then it went out. I've been meaning to scan for stored codes, but I keep forgetting. The cable for my Ultra Gauge is in rough shape. That may be the problem. At...
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    Traction Control Warning Light Followed by Power Steering Light While Driving

    I just had a similar problem pop up yesterday. Searching these forums turned up a few reports of the problems being caused by an Ultra Gauge or Scan Gauge II plugged into the diagnostic port. I have an Ultra Gauge, so I'll try unplugging that next time I go to the car. I hope the problem goes...
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    Scumbag's new toy / build - LTZ hatch 6 speed manual

    Oh! From a Buick Encore! I just kept thinking of the old Renault Encore/Alliance.
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    New to Sonics

    Hi! My name is Rich and I just bought a 2012 Sonic LT sedan. It's got the 1.4 and 6-speed. The first owner installed hood support struts, an UltraGauge, backup camera, and remote starter, and they painted or plastidipped the stock wheels a dark gray. They also painted the chrome grill trim black...
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