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Page 3 We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Pontiac Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road.
Page 4: How To Use This Manual
How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly.
Page 5: Vehicle Symbols
Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly.
Page 6 These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle:...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone Here Are Questions Many People Ask About...
Page 8: Seats And Seat Controls
Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats them and also about reclining seatbacks and the head restraints. Manual Front Seat CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving.
Page 9 Power Seats (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, the controls for the power seats are located on the outboard side of each front seat. To adjust the power seats, do the following: Horizontal Control: Raise or lower the front of the seat cushion by pressing the forward edge of the control up or down.
Page 10 Power Lumbar Control (Option) If your vehicle has this option, the lumbar control is located on the outboard side of each front seat. Use the power seat control first to get the proper position. Then proceed with the lumbar adjustment. To reshape the lower seatback, press the lumbar control forward to increase support and rearward to decrease support.
Page 11 Mirror and lumbar positions will not be stored or recalled for the exit position. To recall your memory positions, your vehicle must be in PARK (P). Push and release the memory button (1 or 2) corresponding to the desired driving position.
Page 12: Reclining Front Seatbacks
Reclining Front Seatbacks If your vehicle has a power recliner, the vertical control described previously in this section reclines the front seatbacks. If your vehicle has the manual recliner, lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat and move the seatback to the desired position.
Page 13: Head Restraints
CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.
Page 14: Safety Belts: They're For Everyone
Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the air bag system. CAUTION: Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly.
Page 15: Why Safety Belts Work
You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn’t survive. But most crashes are in between.
Page 16 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. 1-10...
Page 17 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel ... In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... 1-11...
Page 18: Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- And The Answers
or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. 1-12 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts...
Page 19 If my vehicle has air bags, why should I have to wear safety belts? Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future. But they are supplemental systems only; so they work with safety belts not instead of them.
Page 20: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see the part of this manual called “Children.”...
Page 21 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 22 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. 1-16 CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body.
Page 23 What’s wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
Page 24 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-18 CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 25 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it.
Page 26: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
Page 27: Right Front Passenger Position
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Page 28 Here are the most important things to know about the air bag systems: CAUTION: You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren’t wearing your safety belt have air bags. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it.
Page 29 CAUTION: Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position for air bag inflation before and during a crash.
Page 30 There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See “Air Bag Readiness Light” in the Index for more information.
Page 31 The right front passenger’s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. The right front passenger’s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door.
Page 32 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag...
Page 33 In any particular crash, no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. For frontal air bags, inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal and near frontal impacts.
Page 34 What will you see after an air bag inflates? After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated. Some components of the air bag module steering wheel hub for the driver’s air bag, the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s bag, the side of the seatback closest to the door for the driver and right front passenger’s side impact air bags...
Page 35 In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag. Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After an air bag inflates, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system.
Page 36: Center Front Passenger Position
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag systems.
Page 37 When you sit in the center front seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug.
Page 38: Rear Seat Passengers
Rear Seat Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
Page 39 If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.
Page 40 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 41: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head.
Page 42 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 1-36 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.
Page 43: Children
4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in “Rear Seat Passenger Positions” earlier in this section. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides.
Page 44 CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. CAUTION: (Continued) 1-38 CAUTION: (Continued) For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h),...
Page 45 CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them.
Page 46 CAUTION: Newborn infants need complete support, including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because a newborn infant’s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body. In a crash, an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint, so the crash forces can be distributed across the...
Page 47: Restraint Systems For Children
Restraint Systems for Children An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface. Make sure that the infant’s head rests toward the center of the vehicle.
Page 48 A forward facing child seat (C E) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf 1-42 A booster seat (F improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some like shields.
Page 49 How do child restraints work? A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner.
Page 50 Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. General Motors, therefore, recommends that child restraints be secured in the rear seat including an infant riding in a rear facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward...
Page 51: Top Strap
Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle. Some top strap equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored.
Page 52 Once you have the top strap anchored, you’ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself. Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions say. Your vehicle has top strap anchors already installed for the rear seating positions. You’ll find them behind the rear seat on the filler panel.
Page 53 In order to use the system, you need either a forward facing child restraint that has attaching points (B) at its base and a top tether anchor (C), or a rear facing child restraint that has attaching points (B), as shown here. With this system, use the LATCH system instead of the vehicle’s safety belts to secure a child restraint.
Page 54 CAUTION: If a LATCH type child restraint isn’t attached to its anchorage points, the restraint won’t be able to protect a child sitting there. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points, or use the vehicle’s safety belts to secure the...
Page 55 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see “Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH)” in the Index. CAUTION: A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger air bag if it inflates.
Page 56 Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint. 1-50 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 57: Front Seat Position
4. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 58 Although a rear seat is a safer place, you can secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat. You’ll be using the lap shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint.
Page 59 5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 60: Older Children
Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. 1-54 What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide.
Page 61 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. What if a child is wearing a lap but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck?
Page 62 1-56 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen.
Page 63: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you.
Page 64 Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem.
Page 65 Windows CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 66: Power Windows
Power Windows Switches on the driver’s door panel operate each of the windows when the ignition is on or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. In addition, each passenger door has a switch for its own window. Express Down Windows When the driver’s and front passenger’s window switch is pushed all the way rearward, the window will lower completely.
Page 67 Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 68 There is a master key that Your vehicle has the PASS works in all of the lock system. Both the master and VALET key have a cylinders (driver’s door, transponder in the key head that matches a decoder in trunk, ignition and the vehicle’s instrument panel.
Page 69: Door Locks
If your vehicle is equipped with the OnStar with an active subscription and you lock your keys inside the vehicle, OnStar may be able to send a command to unlock your vehicle. See “OnStar Index for more information. NOTICE: Your vehicle has a number of features that can help prevent theft.
Page 70 There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. If your vehicle has a theft deterrent system and it is activated, unlock the doors only with the key or remote keyless entry system. This will avoid setting off the alarm.
Page 71: Central Door Unlocking System
Central Door Unlocking System If your vehicle has a theft deterrent system, all doors will unlock if the key is held in the outside key cylinder unlock position for more than two seconds. The doors will also unlock if the key is turned to the unlock position twice in three seconds.
Page 72 Mode 3: All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P). All doors automatically unlock when shifted into PARK (P). Mode 4: All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P). Only the driver’s door automatically unlocks when the key is turned to OFF (DIC equipped vehicles only).
Page 73: Delayed Locking
Delayed Locking This feature lets the driver delay the actual locking of the vehicle. When the driver’s power door lock switch or the remote keyless entry lock button is pressed, with the key removed from the ignition and the driver’s door open, a chime will sound three times to signal that the delayed locking system is active.
Page 74: Rear Door Security Lock
4. Press the button with the unlock symbol on the transmitter again. Lock delay is now off and all the doors will lock. 5. Release the power door lock switch. To turn this feature on, repeat the previous procedure. This procedure changes the mode for only the transmitter used to change this setting.
Page 75: Leaving Your Vehicle
The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use. Opening a Rear Door When the Security Lock is On 1. Unlock the door. 2. Then open the door from the outside. If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adults or older children who ride in the rear seat won’t be able to open the rear door from the inside.
Page 76: Remote Keyless Entry System
Remote Keyless Entry System (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle.
Page 77 Operation The driver’s door will unlock and the exterior lamps may flash twice when the button with the unlock symbol is pressed. The fuel door will also unlock when unlock is pressed, if you have the optional fuel door lock. If the button with the unlock symbol is pressed again within five seconds, all the doors will unlock.
Page 78 Personalization Features The following features, if available on your vehicle, can be programmed to each driver’s preference for each of the remote keyless entry transmitters: Programmable Automatic Door Locks Security Feedback Delayed Locking Perimeter Lighting Seat and Mirror Recall If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center (DIC), you must program these features through the DIC.
Page 79: Matching Transmitter(S) To Your Vehicle
To change to another mode, do the following: 1. Keep all doors closed, the vehicle in PARK (P) and the ignition on throughout this procedure. 2. Press and hold the driver’s power door lock switch in LOCK through Step 4. 3.
Page 80: Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about four years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the battery.
Page 81 To replace the battery, do the following: 1. Insert a thin coin, or similar object, into the notch near the key ring. Turn it counterclockwise to separate the two halves of the transmitter. 2. Once the transmitter is separated, use a pencil eraser to remove the old battery.
Page 82: Trunk Lock Release
Trunk Lock Release To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the master key and turn it. Remote Trunk Release (Option) If you have this option, press the trunk release button located in the glove box to open the trunk lid. The key does not have to be in the ignition for the remote trunk button to work.
Page 83: Trunk Release Handle
Trunk Release Handle Your vehicle may be equipped with a trunk release handle. Some early production vehicles may not have this feature. NOTICE: The trunk release handle was not designed to be used to tie down the trunk lid or as an anchor point when securing items in the trunk.
Page 84 Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. Parking Lots Even if you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s still best to lock it up and take your keys.
Page 85: Testing The Alarm
If the SECURITY light comes on for one minute and then shuts off while the ignition is on, the security system has detected a problem. See your dealer for service. If a door is opened without the key or remote keyless entry transmitter, or if the door key cylinders are damaged, the alarm will go off.
Page 86 Content Theft Deterrent (Option) If your vehicle has this option, it has a theft alarm system. A light located in your Twilight Sentinel the fog lamp button, will begin to flash 30 seconds after the vehicle ignition is turned off to let you know the system has been armed.
Page 87 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 88 Canadian Owners: If you lose or damage your keys, only a GM dealer can service PASS keys made. To program additional keys you will need two current driver’s keys. You must add a step to the following procedure. After Step 2, repeat Steps 1 and 2 with the second current driver’s key.
Page 89: Ignition Positions
New Vehicle “Break In” NOTICE: Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: Don’t drive at any one speed slow for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don’t make full throttle starts.
Page 90 ACC (Accessory): In this position you can operate your electrical accessories such as power windows, sunroof (option), audio system and windshield wipers. ON: This is the position the switch returns to after you start your engine and release the switch. Even when the engine is not running, you can use ON to operate your electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel cluster warning lights.
Page 91: Starting Your Engine
Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. NOTICE: Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving.
Page 92: To Use The Engine Coolant Heater
NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly. Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) In very cold weather, 0 _ F ( 18 _ C) or colder, the engine...
Page 93: Automatic Transaxle Operation
Automatic Transaxle Operation Your automatic transaxle may have a shift lever located on the console between the seats or on the steering column. There are several different positions for your shift lever. PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily.
Page 94 Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in ON. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P)
Page 95 AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down.
Page 96: Parking Brake
FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the shift lever is put in FIRST (1), the transaxle won’t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.
Page 97 To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot and push the parking brake pedal with your left foot. This will release the parking brake pedal. When you lift your left foot, the parking brake pedal will follow it to the release position. If you try to drive with the parking brake on, the brake light stays on and a chime sounds until you release the parking brake.
Page 98: Steering Column Shift Lever
Steering Column Shift Lever 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this: Pull the lever toward you. Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3.
Page 99 Console Shift Lever (Option) 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this: Hold in the button on the lever. Push the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle.
Page 100: Torque Lock
Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).
Page 101: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. 2-38 Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell.
Page 102: Running Your Engine While You're Parked
Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle.
Page 103: Tilt Wheel
Horn Press on the center area of the steering wheel to sound the horn. Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle.
Page 104: Turn And Lane-Change Signals
Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.
Page 105: Lamps On Reminder
Lamps On Reminder If you open the driver’s door while leaving the headlamps or parking lamps on and the key is in OFF, you will hear a warning chime. Flash-To-Pass Feature This feature lets you use your high signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. It works even if your headlamps are off.
Page 106: Windshield Washer
OFF: Lower the lever to its original position to turn the wipers OFF. INT (Intermittent): Push the lever up to the INT position and turn the INT ADJ band to adjust the delay time. The further you turn the band, the shorter the delay between wiping cycles.
Page 107: Cruise Control
Cruise Control With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. The cruise control switch is located on the lever on the left side of the steering column.
Page 108 Setting Cruise Control CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control.
Page 109 Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: Press and hold the SET button until you get to the speed you want, and then release it. To slow down in very small amounts, press and release the SET button briefly.
Page 110: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps The lever on the left side of the steering column operates the exterior lamps. : Turn the outside part of the lever with the symbol on it, to operate the lamps. The exterior lamp switch has three positions: OFF: Turning the switch to this position turns off all lamps and lights, except the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).
Page 111: Daytime Running Lamps (Drl)
Wiper Activated Headlamps This feature turns on the low beam headlamps, instrument panel cluster backlighting and taillamps when the Twilight Sentinel is in day mode and after the windshield wipers have been in use for approximately six seconds. To operate the wiper activated headlamps, the Twilight Sentinel must be on.
Page 112: Fog Lamps
When it’s dark enough outside, your regular intensity headlamps will come on at full brightness and the DRL lighting will turn off. The parking lamps that normally come on with your headlamps will also come on. When it’s bright enough outside, the regular intensity headlamps and parking lamps will turn back off, and the reduced brightness DRL lighting will turn back on.
Page 113: Twilight Sentinel
Twilight Sentinel The Twilight Sentinel will keep your headlamps on for up to three minutes, to light your way when you leave your vehicle. To operate the Twilight Sentinel, turn the DELAY knob located to the left of the steering column on the instrument panel fully clockwise for the three delay.
Page 114: Interior Lamps
Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control When it is dark outside, you can brighten or dim your instrument panel cluster lights using the DIM knob, located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. Turn the knob clockwise to brighten the instrument panel cluster lights and displays.
Page 115: Theater Dimming
Theater Dimming This feature allows for a three to five the courtesy lamps instead of immediate turn off after you remove the key from the ignition. Delayed Exit Lighting This feature will turn on the interior lamps for 25 seconds after you remove the key from the ignition while the doors are closed and it is night.
Page 116: Front Reading Lamps
To turn the feature on do the following: 1. Keep all doors closed, the vehicle in PARK (P) and the ignition on throughout this procedure. 2. Press and hold LOCK on the power door lock switch throughout this procedure. All the doors will lock. 3.
Page 117: Rear Reading Lamps
Rear Reading Lamps The rear reading lamps, located over each rear door, will come on as courtesy lamps when you open any of the doors while it is dark outside. They will also come on as part of the interior lighting features listed previously. To turn on a reading lamp when the doors are closed, press either button.
Page 118 If your vehicle’s battery remains in a heavy discharge condition for a long period of time, the fan, rear defogger, heated seats and heated mirrors will be disabled and the DIC will display BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE. This can happen either under long periods of idling or low speed driving with high electrical loading, or in the event of a charging system fault.
Page 119 Power Remote Control Review Mirrors The controls for the power remote review mirrors are located on the driver’s door armrest. Press the left or right side of the L/R selector switch located beneath the control pad to choose the left or right mirror.
Page 120: Storage Compartments
Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. CAUTION: A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right.
Page 121: Rear Armrest
Rear Armrest Your vehicle has a rear armrest with cupholders and a pass through feature. Rear Storage Compartment (Option) Your vehicle may have a rear storage armrest with cupholders and a pass through feature. Lift the front of the cover on the armrest to reveal the storage space.
Page 122: Sun Visors
The cigarette lighter is located next to the storage tray. To use a lighter, just push the center in all the way and let it go. When it is ready, the center will pop back out by itself. Pull out the entire unit to use it. NOTICE: Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating.
Page 123: Accessory Power Outlet
The air inflator will work only with the ignition on. CAUTION: Inflating something too much can make it explode, and you or others could be injured. Be sure to read the inflator instructions, and inflate any object only to its recommended pressure. Pressing the AIR button will activate the inflator for ten minutes.
Page 124 NOTICE: When using accessory power outlets: Maximum load of any electrical equipment should not exceed 15 amps. Be sure to turn off any electrical equipment when not in use. Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods can drain the battery. Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses.
Page 125 OnStar System (If Equipped) OnStar is a vehicle communications system that offers a variety of services and provides a one hands free communication link between you and the OnStar Center. To receive OnStar services, a service subscription agreement is required and an additional fee may be required.
Page 126: Onstar Services
The light will be red in the event of an OnStar system malfunction. If this occurs press the OnStar button to attempt to contact an advisor. If the connection is made, the advisor will assist you with steps to take to make sure that the system is functioning properly.
Page 127: Onstar System Limitations
Vehicle Locator Service: To contact the center, call ONSTAR. You will be required to provide your security information. An advisor will send a command to your vehicle to sound the horn and/or flash the lamps. Route Support: An advisor can provide directions or guidance to most places you want to go.
Page 128 Express Sunroof (Option) The sunroof has both manual and express features for opening the glass panel and sunshade. If your vehicle has this option, the switch for the sunroof is located on the headliner between the sun visors. The sunroof switch has four positions that control the sunroof movement.
Page 129: Homelink Transmitter
HomeLink Transmitter (If Equipped) 2-66 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 130: Programming The Homelink Transmitter
Programming the HomeLink Transmitter Do not use the HomeLink Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse” feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door you are programming.
Page 131 Training a Garage Opener with a “Rolling Code” Feature (If Equipped) If you have not previously programmed the hand transmitter to HomeLink, see “Programming the HomeLink Transmitter” listed previously. If you have completed this programming already, you now need to train the garage door opener motor head unit to recognize HomeLink.
Page 132: Canadian Programming
Canadian Programming Canadian Owners: During programming, the hand held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after two seconds. In this case, you should press and hold the HomeLink button (see Steps 2 and 3 under “Programming the HomeLink Transmitter”) while you press and repress (cycle) your hand every two seconds until HomeLink is trained.
Page 133 The Instrument Panel Your Information System 2-70...
Page 134 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever C. Audio System Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) D. Windshield Wiper Lever E. Steering Column Shift Lever F. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls (If Equipped) G.
Page 135 Instrument Panel Clusters The instrument panel clusters are designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically. Your vehicle is equipped with one of these instrument panel clusters, which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages.
Page 136 Cluster with Driver Information Center (DIC) (United States version shown, Canada similar) 2-73...
Page 137 Cluster with Driver Information Center (DIC) and Boost Gage (United States version shown, Canada similar) 2-74...
Page 138: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada).
Page 139 Tachometer The tachometer shows your engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). NOTICE: Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded area or engine damage may occur. 2-76 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle.
Page 140: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there’s a problem with your vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it.
Page 141: Air Bag Readiness Light
Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module.
Page 142 Battery Warning Light (If Equipped) This light will come on briefly when you start the vehicle, as a check to show you it is working; then it should go out. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system.
Page 143: Brake System Warning Light
On vehicles with a DIC, a CHECK CHARGE SYSTEM message will be displayed and a warning chime will sound if there is a problem in the electrical system. Have your vehicle serviced immediately. See “DIC Warnings and Messages” in the Index for more information. Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts.
Page 144: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release fully. If you try to drive off with the parking brake set, a chime will also come on until you release the parking brake.
Page 145 Traction Control System Warning Light (Option) This warning light should come on briefly when the engine is started. If the warning light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. If it stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, there may be a problem with your traction control system and your vehicle may need service.
Page 146 Low Traction Active (LOW TRAC) Light Your LOW TRAC (Low Traction Active) light may come on for one of the following reasons: An advanced computer controlled system called Stabilitrak R (if equipped) has come on to help your vehicle continue to go in the direction in which you’re steering.
Page 147: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage United States This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. 2-84 To prevent engine overheating, the air conditioning compressor will turn off automatically just prior to the gage pointer entering the shaded area. As the engine cools down, the air conditioning compressor will automatically turn back on.
Page 148 Tire Pressure Light (If Equipped) The check tire pressure system can alert you to a large change in the pressure of one tire. After the system has been properly calibrated, the TIRE PRESS light will come on if a pressure difference (low pressure) is detected in one tire.
Page 149: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This system is called OBD II (On Board Diagnostics Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment.
Page 150 This light should come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways: Light Flashing A misfire condition has been...
Page 151 Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See “Fuel” in the Index. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration.
Page 152 Oil Pressure Gage United States Readings above the shaded warning zone indicate the normal operating range. Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity. A reading in the shaded warning zone may be caused by a low oil level or another problem causing low oil pressure.
Page 153 Check Oil Level Warning Light (If Equipped) The CHECK OIL LEVEL light is part of the systems monitor. This light comes on for five seconds as a bulb check each time the ignition key is turned to ON. If the engine oil is more than 1.0 quart (0.9 L) low and the engine has been shut off for at least eight minutes, the CHECK OIL LEVEL light will come on and a chime will sound the next time you start your vehicle.
Page 154: Security Light
Security Light This light on the instrument panel cluster reminds you to activate the theft system when leaving your vehicle. See “Universal Theft Deterrent” in the Index for more information. Low Washer Fluid Warning Light (If Equipped) This light is part of the systems monitor.
Page 155 Trunk Ajar Light (If Equipped) This light is part of the systems monitor. It will come on and a warning chime will sound when the trunk is not completely closed. On vehicles with a DIC, the TRUNK AJAR light is replaced by the TRUNK AJAR message. See “DIC Warnings and Messages”...
Page 156 When the gage reads in the colored band, a warning chime will sound and the CHECK GAGES warning light will come on. You still have a little fuel left, but you need to get more fuel right away. On vehicles with a DIC, the CHECK GAGES LOW FUEL message will be displayed when the fuel gage reads in the yellow band.
Page 157 Systems Monitor (If Equipped) If you have the systems monitor, it gives you important safety and maintenance facts about your vehicle. When you turn the ignition on, the systems monitor and warning lights will briefly light up. If a problem is detected, the warning lights will turn on and a chime will sound.
Page 158 The following buttons are on the systems monitor control panel which is located to the right of the instrument panel cluster: E/M (English/Metric): Use this button to change the display between English and metric units. TRIP RESET: This button allows you to reset your trip odometer.
Page 159 Driver Information Center (DIC) (If Equipped) Your vehicle may have a Driver Information Center (DIC). The DIC will display information about how your vehicle is functioning, as well as warning messages if a system problem is detected. DIC Displays and Controls There are two lines in the DIC display.
Page 160 The following buttons are on the DIC control panel which is located to the right of the instrument panel cluster: E/M (English/Metric): This button allows you to change the display between English and metric units. TRIP RESET: This button allows you to reset your trip odometer.
Page 161 Fuel Range: Press the SELECT button until the display shows FUEL RANGE. The fuel range will calculate the remaining distance you can drive without refueling. This calculation is based on the average fuel economy for the last 25 miles (40.25 km) driven, and the fuel remaining in the fuel tank.
Page 162 DIC Warnings and Messages Other messages or warnings may appear in the DIC display. For Canadian drivers, in addition to the DIC message your DIC will display EXP with a number after it which reflects the following messages: EXP (Export ID) .
Page 163 STABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE the STABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE message on the Driver Information Center. It means that an advanced, computer controlled system has come on to help your vehicle continue to go in the direction in which you’re steering. This stability enhancement system activates when the computer senses that your vehicle is just starting to spin, as it might if you hit a patch of ice or other slippery spot on the road.
Page 164 Choosing Your Zone Number Locate your zone number on the above map. If your number is different than the one shown when you turn the key on, follow the steps to change your zone number. If you live on the line, you can pick the zone area you are most likely to drive in.
Page 165 3. Press SELECT to display PRESS RESET TO RECALIBRATE and then press the RESET button. 4. The display will change to SLOWLY DRIVE IN SMALL CIRCLES. Drive the vehicle in small circles. Don’t drive faster than 10 mph (16 km/h). 5.
Page 166 DIC Personalization Programming The DIC can be used to program the following personalization features available with your vehicle: Automatic Door Locks Window Lockout Security Feedback Delayed Locking Perimeter Lighting Memory Seats Parallel Park Assist Mirror (Tilt Mirror) Driver ID The DIC is used to program the personal choices of two drivers.
Page 167 3. Press the SELECT button to enter personalization programming mode. 4. The first choice to be made will be DRIVER ID 1 or 2. Press the RESET button to toggle between your selections within a display and SELECT to choose the current selection and move on to the next personalization feature.
Page 168 Automatic Door Locks The door lock modes when shifting in and out of PARK (P), can be changed through the DIC. You can change these modes using different selections of the following DIC displays: AUTO DOOR LOCKS OFF/ON UNLOCK OFF/ON UNLOCK KEY OFF/PARK DOOR TO UNLOCK...
Page 169 Window Lockout Personalization The number of passenger windows locked out by the window LOCK switch can be programmed through the DIC. If you choose R + PASS, all three passenger window switches will be inactive when the window LOCK switch is enabled. If you choose REAR, only the two rear passenger window switches will be locked out when the window LOCK switch is enabled.
Page 170 If you choose ON for KEYLESS FEEDBACK and ON for HORN FEEDBACK, your horn will chirp when locking and unlocking your vehicle. If you choose ON for KEYLESS, LIGHTS and HORN FEEDBACK, your exterior lamps will flash twice at the first unlock button press, your exterior lamps will flash twice and your horn will chirp once at the second unlock button press, and the exterior lamps will flash once and the horn will chirp once...
Page 171 Memory Seat Recall (If Equipped) This feature recalls the position of your seat. When this feature is active, the memory seat and mirror positions will be recalled for the identified driver when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to enter the vehicle. You can program this feature to be active by choosing ON when the SEAT RECALL choice appears, or inactive by choosing OFF when the SEAT RECALL...
Page 172 Head Up Display (HUD) (Option) CAUTION: If the HUD image is too bright, or too high in your field of view, it may take you more time to see things you need to see when it’s dark outside. Be sure to keep the HUD image dim and placed low in your field of view.
Page 173 When the ignition key is turned to ON, all possible HUD images will come on, then the HUD will operate normally. If you never look at your instrument panel cluster, you may not see something important, such as a warning light.
Page 174 2. Adjust the seat, if necessary, before setting the height using the IMAGE switch. Press and hold the top of the IMAGE switch, raising the HUD image as far as possible. Then press on the bottom of the HUD IMAGE switch to move the image down, so the image is as low as possible, but in full view.
Page 175 Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls Air Conditioning Heating Defogging and Defrosting...
Page 176: Comfort Controls
Comfort Controls This section tells you how to make your air system work for you. With this system, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle. Your vehicle also has a flow through ventilation system described later in this section. Your vehicle may be equipped with a passenger compartment air filter.
Page 177 Mode Buttons You may choose the direction of air delivery by selecting one of the five mode buttons. (Defog): This setting directs most of the airflow to the floor ducts and the windshield defroster. A small amount of airflow is directed to the side window defroster outlets.
Page 178 When the weather is cool or damp, operating in RECIRC for extended periods of time may cause fogging of the vehicle’s windows. To clear the fog, switch back to outside air by turning off RECIRC, select either defog or FRONT defrost mode and increase the fan speed.
Page 179 PASS (Passenger’s Side Temperature): The knob on the right is used to change the temperature of the air coming through the system on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. Push this knob to turn the system on and off. Turn the knob toward the blue area to decrease the set temperature.
Page 180 RECIRC (Recirculation): Press this button to limit the amount of outside air entering your vehicle. This is helpful when you are trying to quickly cool the interior of the vehicle or limit odors entering the vehicle. RECIRC may be selected in all manual airflow modes except FRONT defrost.
Page 181: Air Conditioning
Be sure not to cover the sensor located on the top of the instrument panel near the windshield. This sensor regulates interior temperatures based on sun load. To avoid blowing cold air through the system in cold weather, the automatic system will delay turning on the fan until warm air is available.
Page 182: Rear Window Defogger
Defogging and Defrosting On cool, humid days, use defog to keep the windshield and side windows clear. Use FRONT defrost to remove fog or ice from the windshield quickly in extremely humid or cold conditions. If you have the standard system, select defog and adjust the temperature and fan speed to your comfort level.
Page 183: Ventilation System
NOTICE: Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp. This may damage the defogger grid. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape or decals across the defogger grid on the rear window.
Page 184 In vehicles equipped with rear seat outlets, you can adjust the airflow toward either seating area, the floor or upward. Move the knob in the center of each outlet in any direction to direct airflow. Increase or decrease the amount of airflow from the upper outlets by adjusting the lever between the two rear vents up or down to the floor ducts.
Page 185: Audio Systems
Comfort Controls Personalization (If Equipped) This feature enables up to two drivers to store and recall comfort control settings for the temperature, fan speed and the direction of the airflow. The memory buttons (1 or 2) for this feature are located on the driver’s door panel and correspond to the numbers (1 or 2) found on the back of each remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 186: Setting The Clock
Setting the Clock Press and hold HR or MIN for two seconds. Then press and hold HR until the correct hour appears. AM or PM will appear on the display. Press and hold MIN until the correct minute appears. The clock may be set with the ignition on or off.
Page 187 SCV (Speed Compensated Volume): With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select MIN, MED or MAX. Each higher choice allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds.
Page 188 Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press AM FM to select the band. 3.
Page 189 4. Press EQ or turn the SELECT knob to select the desired EQ number. Each time you press EQ or turn the SELECT knob, another EQ setting will appear on the display. 5. Press and hold the EQ button or push the SELECT knob to store the equalization preset.
Page 190 Finding a PTY Station PROG (Program) TYPE: This button is used to turn on and off Program Type (PTY) select. The P will appear on the display and the SELECT LED indicator next to the SELECT knob will light. The last selected PTY will appear on the display for five seconds.
Page 191 RDS Messages ALERT!: This type of announcement warns of national or local emergencies. You will not be able to turn off alert announcements. ALERT! appears on the display when an alert announcement plays. When an alert announcement comes on the current radio station, you will hear it, even if the volume is muted or a cassette tape is playing.
Page 192 Your tape bias is set automatically when a metal or chrome tape is inserted. If you want to insert a tape when the ignition is off, first press the eject button or the RCL knob. If an error appears on the display, see “Cassette Tape Messages”...
Page 193 AM FM: Press this button to listen to the radio when a tape is playing. The tape will stop but remain in the player. TAPE AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button to play a cassette tape when listening to the radio. The inactive tape will remain safely inside the radio for future listening.
Page 194 Cassette Tape Messages If an error appears while trying to play a cassette tape, it could be for one of the following reasons: TIGHT TAPE: This message is displayed when the tape is tight and the player can’t turn the tape hubs. Remove the tape.
Page 195 SCV (Speed Compensated Volume): With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select MIN, MED or MAX. Each higher choice allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds.
Page 196 Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press AM FM to select the band. 3.
Page 197 You can preset up to six equalization settings by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Use the TONE button and the SELECT knob to select the desired equalization. 3. Press and hold EQ for two seconds. SELECT EQ # will appear on the display.
Page 198 Using RDS Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS is a system that sends data along with the audio of the FM station you are currently tuned to. You can use RDS to display program information and to control your radio.
Page 199 To use the PTY interrupt feature, press and hold PROG TYPE until you hear a beep on the PTY you want to interrupt. An asterisk will appear next to the PTY name, for example (CLASSICAL*). The radio will also display brackets around the PTY when the PTY interrupt is active.
Page 200 This function will only work during actual emergency broadcasts, and will not work during tests of the emergency broadcast system. This feature is not supported by all RDS stations. INFO (Information): If the current station has a message, INFO will appear on the display. These text messages are from the RDS broadcaster to the listening public and may be general information such as artist and song title, call in phone numbers, etc.
Page 201 Radio Messages CALIBRATE: Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If CALIBRATE appears on the display, it means that your radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to the dealership for service. Playing a Compact Disc With the ignition on, insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up.
Page 202 RCL (Recall): Press this button to see how long the current track has been playing. To change what is normally shown on the display (track or elapsed time), press the button until you see the display you want, then hold the button until the display flashes. While elapsed time is showing, CD TIME will appear on the display.
Page 203 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System (RDS) (If Equipped) Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume.
Page 204 SCAN : Press and hold one of the SCAN arrows for two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep. The radio will go to a station, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next station. Press one of the SCAN arrows again to stop scanning.
Page 205 You can preset up to six equalization settings by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Use the TONE button and the SELECT knob to select the desired equalization. 3. Press and hold EQ for two seconds. SELECT EQ # will appear on the display.
Page 206 Using RDS Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS is a system that sends data along with the audio of the FM station you are currently tuned to. You can use RDS to display program information and to control your radio.
Page 207 To use the PTY interrupt feature, press and hold PROG TYPE until you hear a beep on the PTY you want to interrupt. An asterisk will appear next to the PTY name, for example (CLASSICAL*). The radio will also display brackets around the PTY when the PTY interrupt is active.
Page 208 This function will only work during actual emergency broadcasts, and will not work during tests of the emergency broadcast system. This feature is not supported by all RDS stations. INFO (Information): If the current station has a message, INFO will appear on the display. These text messages are from the RDS broadcaster to the listening public and may be general information such as artist and song title, call in phone numbers, etc.
Page 209 Radio Messages CALIBRATE: Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If CALIBRATE appears on the display, it means that your radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to the dealership for service. Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side.
Page 210 EQ (Equalizer): Press EQ to select the desired preset equalization setting while playing a cassette. The equalization will be automatically set whenever you play a cassette tape. See “EQ” listed previously for more information. SEEK : Press the up or down arrow to search for the next or previous selection on the tape.
Page 211 WRAPPED TAPE: This message is displayed when the tape is wrapped around the tape head. Attempt to get the cassette out. Try a new tape. CLEAN PLAYER: If this message appears on the display, the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player.
Page 212 (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track. You will hear sound at a reduced volume. Release it to play the passage. The display will show elapsed time. EQ (Equalizer): Press EQ to select the desired preset equalization setting while playing a compact disc.
Page 213 Compact Disc Messages CHECK CD: If this message appears on the radio display and the disc comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: The road is too rough. The disc should play when the road is smoother. The disc is dirty, scratched, wet or upside down.
Page 214 You must first load the magazine with discs before you can play a compact disc. Each of the 12 trays holds one disc. Slide the button on the top of the magazine and pull gently on one of the trays. Load the trays from top to bottom, placing a disc on the tray label side up.
Page 215 Close the door by sliding it all the way to the right. When the door is closed, the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine. This will continue for up to one and a half minutes depending on the number of discs loaded.
Page 216 RDM 3 (Random): Press this pushbutton to enter the multi disc random play mode. RANDOM ALL will appear on the display. The tracks on all of the discs will be played in random order. Press and hold this button to enter the single disc random play mode.
Page 217 TAPE AUX, CD AUX or CD TAPE: Press this button to play a CD if you have a magazine loaded in the changer when listening to the radio. You can also press this button to switch between a cassette tape, a CD in the compact disc player and a CD in the trunk mounted CD changer, if these sources are loaded.
Page 218: Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel. PRESET: Press this button to hear the radio stations that are set on your pushbuttons. The radio will go to a preset station, play for a few seconds, then go to the next station.
Page 219: Understanding Radio Reception
Understanding Radio Reception The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it.
Page 220: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
NOTICE: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two way radio be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delphi Electronics radio or other systems, and even damage them.
Page 221: Diversity Antenna System
You may also choose a non scrubbing action, wet cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its own. A non scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner.
Page 222: Chime Level Adjustment
NOTICE: Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp. This may damage the rear defogger grid and affect your radio’s ability to pick up stations clearly. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
Page 223 Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Traction Control System (If Equipped) Steering...
Page 224: Defensive Driving
Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See “Safety Belts” in the Index. Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.”...
Page 225: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision...
Page 226 It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level.
Page 227 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision.
Page 228: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide.
Page 229: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking.
Page 230 Let’s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here’s what happens with ABS: A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels.
Page 231: Traction Control System (If Equipped)
Remember: Anti lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
Page 232: Steering
See “Traction Control System Warning Light” in the Index. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. The traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you should always leave the system on.
Page 233: Steering Tips
Magnetic-Speed Variable Assist Steering (Option) Your vehicle may have this optional steering system that continuously adjusts the effort you feel when steering at all vehicle speeds. It provides ease when parking, yet a firm, solid feel at highway speeds. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed.
Page 234: Steering In Emergencies
Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 235: Off - Road Recovery
Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.
Page 236 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops.
Page 237: Loss Of Control
Loss of Control Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger.
Page 238: Driving At Night
While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration or braking (including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear). Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide. You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding.
Page 239 Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively. Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles.
Page 240: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction.
Page 241 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them. CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents.
Page 242: Driving Through Flowing Water
Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. There just isn’t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The best advice is to slow down when it is raining. Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine’s air intake and badly damage your engine.
Page 243: City Driving
City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.
Page 244: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving.
Page 245: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Of course, you’ll find experienced and able service experts in Pontiac dealerships all across North America. They’ll be ready and willing to help if you need it. Here are some things you can check before a trip:...
Page 246: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 247 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle.
Page 248: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. 4-26 Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles.
Page 249: Driving On Snow Or Ice
Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have a lot less traction or “grip”...
Page 250 Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See “Anti Lock”...
Page 251 Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm.
Page 252: Recreational Vehicle Towing
Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can.
Page 253: Dinghy Towing
Dinghy Towing NOTICE: Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components. Your vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground. If your vehicle must be towed, you should use a dolly. See “Dolly Towing” following for more information.
Page 254: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry. The Tire Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the driver’s door tells you the proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle.
Page 255 CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash.
Page 256: Towing A Trailer
Electronic Level Control This feature keeps the rear of your vehicle level as the load changes. It is automatic you do not need to adjust anything. Towing a Trailer CAUTION: If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer.
Page 257: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
And, it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle. You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Pontiac GMC Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33172 Detroit, MI 48232...
Page 258: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
Page 259: Safety Chains
Hitches It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: The rear bumper on your vehicle is not intended for hitches.
Page 260: Driving With A Trailer
Trailer Wiring Harness All of the electrical circuits required for your trailer lighting system can be accessed at the driver’s side rear lamp connector. This connector is located under the carpet on the rear corner of your trunk compartment. Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience.
Page 261: Making Turns
Making Turns NOTICE: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns than normal.
Page 262: Driving On Grades
Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. On a long uphill grade, shift down to THIRD (3) and reduce your speed to around 45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce the possibility of the engine and...
Page 263: Maintenance When Trailer Towing
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: start your engine, shift into a gear, and release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3.
Page 264 Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Cooling System If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire Compact Spare Tire If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow...
Page 265: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The hazard warning flasher button is located on the instrument panel, between the audio system and the glove box.
Page 266: Jump Starting
Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to follow the steps below to do it safely. CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you.
Page 267 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems.
Page 268 CAUTION: An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded.
Page 269 CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged too.
Page 270 8. Now connect the black negative ( negative ( the good battery. Use a remote negative ( terminal if the vehicle has one. Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative ( go to the dead battery.
Page 271 NOTICE: Damage to your vehicle may result from electrical shorting if jumper cables are removed incorrectly. To prevent electrical shorting, take care that the cables don’t touch each other or any other metal. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Jumper Cable Removal A.
Page 272: Towing Your Vehicle
To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative ( vehicle with the good battery. 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the vehicle with the good battery.
Page 273 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down.
Page 274: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: Climb a long hill on a hot day. Stop after high speed driving.
Page 275: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Radiator Pressure Cap C. Electric Engine Cooling Fans 5-12 CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you.
Page 276 The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark (if the engine is hot, the coolant level should be at FULL HOT). If it isn’t, you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system.
Page 277: Recovery Tank
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant recovery tank. See “Engine Coolant”...
Page 278 CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the FULL COLD mark, start your vehicle.
Page 279: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops.
Page 280 A. Clean the area around the engine oil fill tube and cap before removing. Twist the oil fill tube, with cap attached, counterclockwise and remove it. B. If you have the supercharged engine, remove the nut in the center of the cover shield. C.
Page 281 5. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture. If you see a stream of coolant coming from an air bleed valve, close the valve.
Page 282 8. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark. 9. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 10. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot.
Page 283: If A Tire Goes Flat
12. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck, reinstall the pressure cap. Be sure the arrow on the pressure cap lines up like this. 5-20 If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out”...
Page 284: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people.
Page 285: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. 1. Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk. 2. Remove the retainer, then lift and remove the cover. 3. Remove the compact spare tire. See “Compact Spare Tire”...
Page 286: Spare Tire
Removing Wheel Covers and Wheel Nut Caps If your vehicle has aluminum wheels and a center cover hides the wheel nuts, remove the center cover by using the flat end of the wrench to pry it off. Do not drop the cover or lay it face down, as it could become scratched or damaged.
Page 287 4. Put the jack head into a notch in the frame which is located near each wheel well. The front notch is 11 inches (28 cm) back from the front wheel well. The rear notch is 3.5 inches (9 cm) forward from the 3.
Page 288 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall.
Page 289 7. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
Page 290 9. Then reinstall the wheel nuts with rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Make sure each wheel bolt is centered in each wheel hole while tightening the nuts. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 10.
Page 291 11. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence. 5-28 CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts.
Page 292 12. Don’t try to put the wheel cover on the compact spare tire. It won’t fit. Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you have replaced the compact spare tire with a regular tire. NOTICE: Wheel covers won’t fit on your compact spare. If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare, you could damage the cover or the spare.
Page 293 Storing the Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. The compact spare tire is for temporary use only.
Page 294: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated.
Page 295: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution.
Page 296 Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
Page 297: Doing Your Own Service Work
Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll...
Page 298: Gasoline Octane
CAUTION: You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task.
Page 299 Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection. Gasolines meeting these specifications could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasolines.
Page 300: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Additives Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT. General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines. Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected.
Page 301: Filling Your Tank
Filling Your Tank CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from gasoline. The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the driver’s side of your vehicle.
Page 302 CAUTION: If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather.
Page 303 Fuel Door Lock (Option) On models having the optional theft the fuel door is locked and unlocked together with the driver’s power door lock. Therefore, to unlock the fuel filler door, you may use the inside power door lock button or the remote keyless entry transmitter (if equipped).
Page 304: Checking Things Under The Hood
Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs.
Page 305: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle. It is located next to the parking brake pedal near the floor. 6-10 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and push up on the secondary hood release.
Page 306: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3800 (L36) engine (3800 Supercharged (L67) engine similar), here’s what you will see: A. Engine Compartment Fuse Block B. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir C. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank D. Radiator Pressure Cap E.
Page 307: Engine Oil
Engine Oil If the OIL LEVEL LOW message appears on the DIC, or the CHECK OIL LEVEL light appears on the instrument cluster, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see “Check Oil Level Light” or “DIC Warnings and Messages”...
Page 308: When To Add Engine Oil
When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD mark, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications”...
Page 309: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol.
Page 310: Engine Oil Additives
SAE 10W 30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 5W 30 if it’s going to be colder than 60 C) before your next oil change. When it’s very cold, you should use SAE 5W 30. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness.
Page 311 If none of them is true, use the long trip/highway maintenance schedule. Change the oil and filter every 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months occurs first. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions will cause engine oil to break down slower.
Page 312: What To Do With Used Oil
What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Don’t let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner.
Page 313 To check or replace the engine air cleaner/filter do the following: 1. Loosen the two clips on top of the engine air cleaner/filter housing and lift the filter cover tabs out of the housing. 2. Push the housing cover toward the engine, compressing the hose.
Page 314: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped) The passenger compartment air filter removes certain particles from the air, including pollen and dust particles. Reductions in airflow, which may occur more often in dusty areas, indicate that the filter may need to be replaced early.
Page 315: Supercharger Oil
Supercharger Oil Unless you are technically qualified and have the proper tools, you should let your dealer or a qualified service center perform this maintenance. When to Check Check oil level every 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or every 36 months, whichever occurs first. What Kind of Oil to Use Use only the recommended supercharger oil.
Page 316: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90...
Page 317 Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving: When outside temperatures are above 90 At high speed for quite a while. In heavy traffic especially in hot weather. While pulling a trailer. To get the right reading, the fluid should be at normal operating temperature, which is 180 to 200...
Page 318 Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: The transaxle fluid dipstick top is a round, red loop and is located next to the brake master cylinder behind the engine block. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location.
Page 319: How To Add Fluid
How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross the dipstick.
Page 320: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only COOL extended life coolant.
Page 321 What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean, drinkable water and half DEX COOL coolant which won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you don’t need to add anything else. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous.
Page 322: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant The engine coolant recovery tank is located the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle, near the windshield. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark or a little higher.
Page 323: Radiator Pressure Cap
Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE: Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck.
Page 324: Windshield Washer Fluid
When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired.
Page 325: Adding Washer Fluid
Adding Washer Fluid The washer fluid warning light will come on when the ignition switch is on and the fluid container is less than third full. On vehicles with the optional Driver Information Center (DIC), a WASHER FLUID LOW message will be displayed and a chime will sound letting you know to add windshield washer fluid to your vehicle.
Page 326: Brake Fluid
Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. It is filled with DOT brake fluid. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down.
Page 327 When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake warning light will come on. If your vehicle has the Driver Information Center, the BRAKE FLUID LOW message will also be displayed. A chime will sound if you try to drive with this warning light on. See “Brake System Warning Light”...
Page 328: Brake Adjustment
Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly).
Page 329 Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM brake parts.
Page 330: Vehicle Storage
To be sure the vent hose (A) is properly attached, the vent hose connectors (B) must be securely reattached to the vent outlets (C) on each side of the battery, and the vent assembly grommet (D) must be secured to the floor pan (E).
Page 331: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb to use, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured.
Page 332 2. Lift the tabs to remove the bulb from the assembly. 3. Replace the bulb. Push the bulb assembly in and turn it clockwise to install the bulb assembly into the headlamp assembly. Headlamp Aiming Your vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system equipped with horizontal aim indicators.
Page 333 If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, the headlamp aim may be affected. Aim adjustment to the low beam may be necessary if it is difficult to see lane markers (for horizontal aim), or if oncoming drivers flash their high beams at you (for vertical aim).
Page 334 If you believe your headlamps need horizontal (left/right) adjustment, follow the horizontal aiming procedure. If you believe your headlamps need only vertical (up/down) adjustment, follow only the vertical aiming procedure. Adjustment screws can be turned with an E8 Torx socket or T15 Torx screwdriver. Headlamp Horizontal Aiming Turn the horizontal aiming screw (A) until the indicator (B) is lined up with zero.
Page 335 Headlamp Vertical Aiming NOTICE: Horizontal aiming must be performed before making any adjustments to the vertical aim. Adjusting the vertical aim first will result in an incorrect headlamp aim. 1. Find the aim dot on the lens of the low beam lamps. 2.
Page 336 NOTICE: Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam off when aiming. Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build up which may cause damage to the headlamp. 5. Turn the vertical aiming screw (C) until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line.
Page 337 Front Turn Signals and Parking Lamps 1. Remove the two bolts. 2. Use a large screwdriver by the outside mount to separate the lamp assembly from the outboard snap mounting pin. Slide the headlamp assembly outward and lift it out. 6-42 3.
Page 338 4. Tip the headlamp assembly and while pressing the release, turn the bulb and socket counterclockwise to remove them. 5. Replace the bulb and reinstall the socket. Then reconnect the wiring harness to the lamp assembly. 6. Slide the lamp assembly back into place by lining up the track on the bottom of the assembly with the guide on the vehicle.
Page 339 Rear Turn Signals, Stoplamps, Taillamps and Back-Up Lamps A. Back Up Lamp B. Turn Signal C. Taillamp D. Tail/Brake Lamp 1. Open the trunk. Turn the screws located inside of the trunk counterclockwise and remove them. 2. Remove the plastic trim piece from the trunk. 6-44 3.
Page 340: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See “Wiper Blade Check” in the Index for more information. For the proper windshield wiper blade replacement length and type, see “Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts”...
Page 341 Your new vehicle comes with high a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Pontiac Warranty booklet for details. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous.
Page 342 Inflation -- Tire Pressure The Tire Loading Information label, which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Page 343: Check Tire Pressure System
When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa). How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them.
Page 344 When the CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message appears on the Driver Information Center or the systems monitor TIRE PRESS light comes on, you should stop as soon as you can and check all your tires for damage. If a tire is flat, see “If a Tire Goes Flat”...
Page 345: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels.
Page 346 When It’s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire.
Page 347: Buying New Tires
Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number.
Page 348: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance.
Page 349: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
Page 350: Wheel Replacement
Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired).
Page 351: Tire Chains
Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION: Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel.
Page 352 NOTICE: If your vehicle has a tire size other than P235/55R17 size tires, use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened.
Page 353: Using Cleaner On Fabric
Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt.
Page 354: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine and blood can be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water. 2.
Page 355: Cleaning Glass Surfaces
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions.
Page 356: Cleaning The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with a full glass cleaning liquid.
Page 357: Finish Care
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.” Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish.
Page 358: Cleaning Tires
Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels (If Equipped) Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle.
Page 359: Chemical Paint Spotting
Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Pontiac will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of purchase, whichever occurs first.
Page 360 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials 6-65...
Page 361: Engine Identification
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration.
Page 362: Electrical System
Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
Page 363: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse.
Page 364 Minifuse Usage Not Used Accessory Windshield Wipers Not Used Headlamp Low Beam Left Minifuse Usage Headlamp Low Beam Right Spare Powertrain Control Module Battery Headlamp High Beam Right Headlamp High Beam Left Ignition 1 Not Used Transaxle Cruise Control Direct Ignition System Injector Bank #2 Not Used Not Used...
Page 365 Minifuse Usage Oxygen Sensor Injector Bank #1 Auxiliary Power Cigar Lighter Fog Lamps/Daytime Running Lamps Horn Air Conditioning Clutch Micro Relay Usage Headlamp High Beam Headlamp Low Beam Fog Lamps Daytime Running Lamps 6-70 Micro Relay Usage Horn Air Conditioning Clutch HVAC Solenoid Mini Relay Usage...
Page 366 Maxibreaker Usage Starter Maxifuse Usage A.I.R. Not Used Antilock Brake System Not Used Cooling Fan Secondary Cooling Fan Primary Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare Fuse Puller Removing the Rear Seat Cushion NOTICE: The battery and main fuse blocks are located under the rear seat cushion.
Page 367 CAUTION: A safety belt that isn’t properly routed through the seat cushion or is twisted won’t provide the protection needed in a crash. If the safety belt hasn’t been routed through the seat cushion at all, it won’t be there to work for the next passenger.
Page 368 2. Slide the rear of the cushion up and under the seatback so the rear locating guides hook into the wire loops on the back frame. 3. With the seat cushion lowered, push rearward and then press down on the seat cushion until the spring locks on both ends engage.
Page 369 Minifuse Usage Fuel Pump Heater, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Blower Memory Seat Assembly Line Diagnostic Link Not Used Compact Disc (CD) 6-74 Minifuse Usage Driver Door Module Supplemental Inflatable Restraint Not Used Lamps Park Right Ventilation Solenoid Ignition 1 Lamps Park Left Interior Lamp Dimmer Module Not Used Heated Seat Left Front...
Page 370 Minifuse Usage Not Used Not Used Passenger Door Module Body Interior Lamps Not Used Ignition Switch Instrument Panel Heated Seat Right Front Not Used Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Ignition 3 Rear Antilock Brake System Turn Signal/Hazard HVAC Battery Dash Integration Module Micro Relay Usage Fuel Pump...
Page 371 Circuit Breaker Usage Power Seats Power Windows Mini Relay Usage Cigarette Lighter Rear Defog Maxifuse Usage Not Used Rear Defog Not Used Audio Amplifier Electronic Level Control Compressor/Exhaust 6-76 Maxifuse Usage Cigarette Lighter Not Used Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare...
Page 372: Wheel Nut Torque
Replacement Bulbs Front Outside Lamps Parking/Turn Lamps ..... Headlamp Low Beam ......High Beam .
Page 373: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity If you do your own service work, you’ll need the proper service manual. See “Doing Your Own Service Work” in the Index for additional information. It is recommended that service work on your air conditioning system be performed by a qualified technician.
Page 374 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. Introduction Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance Part B: Owner Checks and Services Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants...
Page 375: Introduction
Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment.
Page 376: How This Section Is Organized
How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 377: Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather.
Page 378: Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance Short Trip/City Definition Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 miles (8 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop go traffic).
Page 379 Scheduled Maintenance Short Trip/City Intervals Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Automatic Transaxle Service (normal conditions). Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first). These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages.
Page 380 Scheduled Maintenance Long Trip/Highway Intervals Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Tire Rotation. Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Supercharger Oil Check (or every 36 months, whichever occurs first) (3800 Code 1 V6 engine only).
Page 381: Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the life of this vehicle.
Page 382 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished, it will indicate that an oil change is necessary. An ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON message will come on. Change your oil as soon as possible within the next two times you stop for fuel.
Page 383 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 384 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary.
Page 385 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 386 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 387 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 388 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 _ F (32 _ C) or higher. –...
Page 389 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 390 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 391 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary.
Page 392 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 393 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 394 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: –...
Page 395: Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the life of this vehicle.
Page 396 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished, it will indicate that an oil change is necessary. An ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON message will come on. Change your oil as soon as possible within the next two times you stop for fuel.
Page 397 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 398 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 399 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 400 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 401 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 402 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service.
Page 403 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: –...
Page 404: Part B: Owner Checks And Services
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D.
Page 405: At Least Twice A Year
At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Page 406 Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2.
Page 407 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to OFF in each shift lever position. The key should turn to OFF only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in OFF.
Page 408: Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 409: Fuel System Inspection
Fuel System Inspection Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks. Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser.
Page 410: Part D: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol of the proper viscosity.
Page 411 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Multi Purpose Lubricant, Lock Cylinders Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Supercharger Supercharger Oil (GM Part No. 12345982). See “Supercharger Oil” in the Index. Floor Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol Shift Linkage (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2 Category LB or GC Hood Latch...
Page 412: Part E: Maintenance Record
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.
Page 413 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-40...
Page 414 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-41...
Page 415 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-42...
Page 416 Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Pontiac if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. Pontiac Cares What Makes Up Pontiac Cares?
Page 417: Pontiac Cares
All of these elements combine to make your driving experience an enjoyable one and are discussed in greater detail in your owner’s manual. Pontiac is focusing on the changing needs of our customers and is committed to giving you an exceptional level of customer care throughout your ownership experience.
Page 418: Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Pontiac. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
Page 419 Dealership name and location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting Pontiac, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer’s facility. That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern.
Page 420: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone
(TTY users in Canada can dial 1 Customer Assistance Offices Pontiac encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to Pontiac, the letter should be addressed to Pontiac’s Customer Assistance Center. United States Pontiac-GMC Customer Assistance Center P.O.
Page 421: Gm Mobility Program For Persons With Disabilities
Security While You Travel 9935. 9935. ROADSIDE (1 As the proud owner of a new Pontiac vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Pontiac Roadside Assistance program. This value intended to provide you with peace of mind as you 3830.
Page 422 Airports or train stations Police, fire department or hospitals In many instances, mechanical failures are covered under Pontiac’s comprehensive warranty. However, when other services are utilized, our advisors will explain any payment obligations you might incur. For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please...
Page 423: Courtesy Transportation
Pontiac reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in Pontiac’s judgement, the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence. While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service, it is added security while traveling for you and your family.
Page 424: Transportation Options
Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait Pontiac helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances,...
Page 425: Warranty Information
Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability. All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel. Canadian Vehicles: For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period of the General Motors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty,...
Page 426: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1–800–762-2737, or write: Pontiac-GMC Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33172 Detroit, MI 48232-5172 In Canada, please call us at 1 or 1 7854 (French).
Page 427: Service Publications Ordering Information
SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications for GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases.

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