Sonic (Aveo) The subcompact known globally as the Aveo since 2002 is now the SONIC in North America as of the 2012 model

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Old May 30, 2014 | 5:58 PM
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Unhappy 2012 Chevy Sonic

Took my vehicle to get an inspection, when I got in the car, it was completely dead and to make matters worse the key won't come out of the ignition. The steering wheel is not stuck but the car is COMPLETELY DEAD! The guy from Jiffy Lube said it could be the anti-theft system that locked it....

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Old May 30, 2014 | 7:57 PM
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the shift lock solenoid must be powered to work; so when the battery goes dead it won't work. If its a console shifter, the owners manual should show you how to manually trip the shift lock. usually there is a cover by the shift console that you pry off, stick the key tip in there and the shifter can be moved.


regardless, just get a boost and start the car and then everything will work.




jiffy lube workers aren't tradesmen and typically know squat.
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Old May 31, 2014 | 5:50 PM
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Originally Posted by lamador01
Took my vehicle to get an inspection, when I got in the car, it was completely dead and to make matters worse the key won't come out of the ignition. The steering wheel is not stuck but the car is COMPLETELY DEAD! The guy from Jiffy Lube said it could be the anti-theft system that locked it....

PLEASE HELP!

Hello lamador01,

We are sorry to hear that you are having issues with your 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. If you'd like to take your vehicle into the dealership we'd be happy to connect with them on your behalf. Please send us a private message if our assistance is needed.

Thank you,

Andraya (assisting Jessica)
Chevrolet Customer Care
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