Page 2: Table Of Contents
The 2003 Pontiac Aztek Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats Rear Seats Safety Belts Child Restraints Air Bag Systems Restraint System Check Features and Controls ... Keys Doors and Locks Windows Theft-Deterrent Systems Starting and Operating Your Vehicle...
Page 3 I’ y -i m PONTIAC GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, PONTIAC, the PONTIAC Emblem and the name AZTEK are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice.
Page 4 index yvvu plubb lnnb whQt y v u n1-r.n I n nnnrl \!nil IW”1, I ” , “ “ I I l A C It’s back of the manual. an alphabetical list of what’s in the manual, and the page number where you’ll find it. Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number safety cautions in...
Page 5 Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice will 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: LATCH BOTH LAP AND CAUTION SHOULDER BELTS TO POSSIBLE PROTECT OCCUPANT INJURY DO NOT TWIST SAFETY BELT WHEN ATTACHING PROTECT EYES SHIELDING CAUSTIC BATTERY ACID COULD CAUSE BURNS PULL BELT AVOID...
Page 8: Seats And Restraint Systems
Section Front Seats ... Manual Passenger Seat ... Six-Way Power Seats ... Manual Lumbar ... Heated Seats ... 1. 3 Reclining Seatbacks ... Head Restraints ... Rear Seats ... Rear Seat Operation ... Split Bench Seats ... Safety Belts ... 1.13 Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone ...
Page 9: Front Seats
Front Seats Manual Passenger Seat Pull up on the lever, located on the front of the seat, to unlock and move the seat. Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever. To make sure the seat is locked into place, try to move the seat back and forth with your body.
Page 10 Manual Lumbar The knob that controls this feature is located on the outboard sides of the driver's and front passenger's seats. Turn the knob toward the front of the vehicle to increase lumbar support. Turn the knob toward the rear of the vehicle to decrease lumbar support.
Page 12 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 because it won’t be against your body.
Page 13 Head Restraints 1 -6 Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. The front seat head restraints are adjustable. Slide the head restraint up or down to adjust it.
Page 14: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation The rear seats in your vehicle have seat operating features to adjust, fold, remove and reinstall the seats. By using the seat operating procedures, in the correct order, you can easily remove the seats from your vehicle.
Page 15 Move the seatback to the desired position. It is easier to raise or lower the seatback if you lean forward and take the weight off the seatback. To fold the seatback forward lift up on the recliner lever and fold the seatback forward. The seatback will lock into place.
Page 16 4. Pull the lever, located at the base on the outboard side of the seat, to release the rear latches from the floor pins and flip the seat forward. The seat can stay in this position or it can be removed from the vehicle by following the next ctonc V I "...
Page 17 Renracing the Split Bench Seats CAUTION. If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked.
Page 18 2. Make sure the bench seat is angled so that the front hooks clear the floor pins. If the front legs are not attached correctly, the rear legs will not attach to the rear set of floor pins. . : , - ",*,,R>~-<,"''d e - - - - 1.
Page 19 1-12 3. Firmly push the rear hooks onto the rear by pushing down on the rear of the seat. 4. Try to raise the seat to check that it is locked down. 3. Lift the seatback recliner lever and raise the seatback until it locks upright.
Page 20: Safety Belts
Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are 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. Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly.
Page 21 Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3-33. In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. You never know if you’ll be in a crash.
Page 23 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In or the instrument panel ... a real vehicle, it could be the windshield 1-16...
Page 24 or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. Vn.. +;-- r.*t mnrn Vr.8. -+n- ,-.+A- a~up. I I IUIG L I I I J L W ~ W V G I and your strongest bones take the forces. That's why safety belts make such good sense.
Page 25 I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident even one that isn’t your fault your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers.
Page 26 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly unlock it.
Page 27 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 28 Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder. What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 29 What’s wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. 1-22 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 30 What’s wrong with this? , - - . The belt is over an armrest. can De seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt.
Page 31 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-24 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 32 What’s wrong with this? The belt twisted across the 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, body ask your dealer to fix it.
Page 33 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 it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
Page 34 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 wearing them properly.
Page 35 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 36 If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-38.
Page 37 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 38 To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. If your vehicle has a bench seat, someone can sit in the center position. When you sit in the center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. You also have a shoulder belt, which has a retractor.
Page 39 1. Remove the shoulder belt from its stowage location 2. Insert the metal knob on the shoulder belt into the in the roof and pull it all the way down to the lap belt. keyhole on the lap belt buckle as shown. Be sure to slide the shoulder belt part into the keyhole until it locks into place.
Page 40 3. To make the lap 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 snug 4. Buckle, position and release the lap-shoulder belt the same way as the other lap-shoulder belts.
Page 41 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Your vehicle may have this feature already. If it doesn’t, you can get it from any GM dealer. Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults.
Page 42 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. 2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the two The guide must be on top of the belt. edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 1-35...
Page 43 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belts as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 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 45 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so 1-38 the extender will be long enough for you.
Page 46: Child Restraints
Child Restraints Older Children __j... 1 _ 1 Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide.
Page 47 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. 1-40 What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt...
Page 48 Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-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 49 Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints. Young children should not use the vehicle’s adult safety belts alone, unless there is no other choice. Instead, they need use a child restraint. 1-42 People should never a bat...
Page 50 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 51 in a motor vehicle. If the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. The restraint manufacturer’s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs.
Page 52 Child Restraint Systems 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 53 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-like shields. 1-46 A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a five-point harness.
Page 54 How do child restraints work? A child restraint system 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-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner.
Page 55 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 a rear seat, including an infant riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat.
Page 56 In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored. In the United States, some child restraints also have a top strap. If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored, Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points.
Page 57 Outside Position Bench Seat Center Position Bench Seat 1-50...
Page 58 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You’ll find anchors (A) in both rear seat outside passenger positions. To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system will have latches between the seatback and cushion.
Page 59 With this system, use the LATCH system instead vehicle’s safety belts to secure a child restraint. 1-52 If a :H-type 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 60 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. Put the child restraint on the seat. Attach the anchor points on the child restraint to the anchors in the vehicle.
Page 61 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 behind the child restraint. 1 -54 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 62 To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position The center rear seating position has a lap-shoulder belt.
Page 63 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. To tighten the belt, pull its free end 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 the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 64 Your vehicle has a front passenger air bag. Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front passenger’s air bag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag.
Page 65 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-58 To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. You may find helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 66: Air Bag Systems
Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems. Your vehicle has air bags a frontal air bag for the driver and another frontal air bag for the right front passenger. Your vehicle may also have a side impact air bag.
Page 67 Here are the most important things to know about the air bag systems: You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren’t wearing your safety belt you 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 68 Both frontal and slde 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 69 There is a air bag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the air bag symbol. 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 on page for more information.
Page 70 If your vehicle has one, the driver’s side impact air bag is The right front passenger’s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. 1-63...
Page 71 If your vehicle has one, the right front passenger’s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door. 1-64 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.
Page 72 If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform, such as a parked car, the threshold level will be higher. The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bags are not designed to inflate in rollovers, rear impacts, or in many side impacts because inflation would not help the occupant.
Page 73 primarily because an occupant’s motion is not toward those air bags. Air bags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts, and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions for the driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bags, and only in moderate to severe side collisions for vehicle’s with a driver’s and right front passenger’s side impact air bag.
Page 74 Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information about the frontal air bag system. The module records information about the readiness of the system, when the system commands air bag inflation and driver’s safety belt usage at deployment.
Page 75: Restraint System Check
Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, 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 76 If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash, you may need new LATCH system parts. If you ever see a label on the driver’s or right front passenger’s safety belt that says to replace the belt, be sure to do so.
Page 78: Features And Controls
Section 2 Keys ... Remote Keyless Entry System ... Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ... 2-6 Doors Door Locks ... Power Door Locks ... Delayed Locking ... Programmable Automatic Door Locks ... Rear Door Security Locks ... Lockout Protection ... Leaving Vehicle ...
Page 79 Section 2 Sunroof Vehicle Personalization ... Entering Programming Mode ... Headlamp Exit Delay ... 2.54 Automatic Door LocWUnlock ... Features and Controls Delayed Locking ... 2.52 Remote Driver Unlock Control ... 2.53 Remote Lock and Unlock Confirmation 2.53 Exiting Programming Mode ... 2-59 2.55 2.56 2.57...
Page 80: Keys
Keys 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 other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 81 So be sure you have spare keys. If you ever do get locked out of your vehicle, call the Pontiac Roadside Assistance center. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-5 for more information. If your vehicle is equipped with the OnStar...
Page 82 Remote Keyless Entry System If equipped, the keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Page 83 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation With this feature, you can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle. UNLOCK: When you press UNLOCK, only the driver’s door will unlock.
Page 84 LOCK: To lock all doors, press LOCK. The LOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter will arm the content theft-deterrent system. See Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2-78 for more information. If you would like to program the way the headlamps, parking lamps and horn operate with remote lock confirmation, see Vehicle Personalization on page 2-53.
Page 85 Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about three years. KEY FOB BATTERY United States You can tell the battery is weak if the KEY FOB BATTERY LOW message appears in the message center.
Page 86: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks Door Locks Unlocked Drs can be _._.ngerous. Passengers especially children easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door handle won’t open it. You increase the chartee of being thrown cut of the vehic!e in a crash if the doors aren’t locked.
Page 87 Power Door Locks The power door lock switch is located on the driver’s and front Press the front of the switch to lock all doors, or press the rear of the switch to unlock all doors. The rear doors do not have power door lock switches. Instead, each rear door has a manual lever that works only that door’s lock.
Page 88: Rear Door Security Locks
Programmable Automatic Door Locks All of the doors will automatically lock when all doors are closed, the engine is running and the shift lever is shifted out of PARK (P). All of the doors will automatically unlock when the shift lever is shifted into PARK (P).
Page 89: Lockout Protection
The rear doors on your vehicle cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when this feature is in use. If you want to open the rear door when the security lock is on, unlock the door from the inside and then open the door from the outside.
Page 90: Leaving Y G G ~ Vehicle
Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, take your key, open your door and set the locks from the inside. Then get out and close the door. LiftgatelTailgate It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate/tailgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicie.
Page 91 Liftgate/Tailgate Release To open the liftgate, do the following: Press the liftgate release button, located on the instrument panel switchbank, or from the outside, insert the key into the lock and turn it clockwise, or press REAR the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 92: Windows
Windows 'en in a the windows \ - - _ - I 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 93: Power Windows
Power Windows 2-1 6 Switches on the drivers door armrest control each of the windows when the ignition is in ON, ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power is active. See “Retained Accessory Power (RAP)” under Ignition Positions on page 2-22 for more information. each passenger’s door has a window switch.
Page 94 Express-Down Window The driver’s window switch also has an express-down feature. This switch labeled AUTO. To activate the express-down feature, push the rear of the driver’s window switch to the second position, then release it. The window will lower completely. To stop the window while it is lowering, press the front of the switch.
Page 95: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. Content Theft-Deterrent Your vehicle may have a theft-deterrent alarm system. A light located on top of the instrument panel (near the center of the vehicle,...
Page 96 Arming with the Power Lock Switch Your alarm system will arm when you use either power door lock switch to lock the doors while any door or the IiftgateAailgate is open and the key is removed from the ignition. The security light will start flashing to let you know the system is armed.
Page 97: Theft-Deterrent Systems
PASS-Key@ 111 Operation Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key@ I l l (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key@ Ill is a passive theft deterrent system. This means you don’t have to do anything different to arm or disarm the system.
Page 98 Canadian Owners: If you lose or damage your keys, only a GM dealer can service PASS-Key@ I l l to have new keys made. To program additional keys you will need two current driver’s keys (black in color). You must add a step to the following procedure. After Step 3, repeat Steps 1 through 3 with the second current driver’s key.
Page 99: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 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: If you have all-wheel drive, keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the first 500 miles (805 km).
Page 100 Notice: If your key seems stuck in can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard.
Page 101: 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 102: Engine Coolant Heater
Engine Coolant Heater Your vehicle may have an engine coolant heater. In very cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle.
Page 103: Automatic Transaxle Operation
Automatic Transaxle Operation Maximum engine speed is limited when you’re in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N), to protect driveline components from improper operation. There are several different positions for your shift lever. PARK (P): This gear 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 104 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transaxle, see If Stuck: You Are...
Page 105 Warm-up Shift Your vehicle has a computer controlled transaxle designed warm up the engine faster when the outside temperature is 35°F (2°C) or colder. You may notice that the transaxle will shift at a higher vehicle speed until the engine is warmed up. This is a normal condition designed to provide heat the passenger compartment and defrost the windows more quickly.
Page 106 Notice: If your front wheels won’t turn, don’t try to drive. This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand mud or were up against a solid object. You could damage your transaxle. Also, if you stop when going uphill, don’t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal.
Page 107: Parking Brake
4. Push the shift lock release lever in with the access panel cover. 5. Move the shift lever out of PARK (P). 6. Put the access panel cover back on by aligning the access panel grooves with the cupholder storage compartment and push down.
Page 108: Shifting Into Park (P)
To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot while you push down on the parking brake pedal with your left foot. (To release the tension on the parking brake cable, you will need to apply about the same amount of pressure to the parking brake pedal as you did when you set the parking brake.) When you remove your foot from the parking brake pedal, it will...
Page 109 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this: Push the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle. Turn the ignition key to OFF. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the key, your vehicle is in PARK (P).
Page 110: Shifting Out Of Park (P)
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 111: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn 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. 2-34 Engine Exhaust E -ine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell.
Page 112: Running Your Engine While You Are Parked
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever P f e to, here are some things to know. Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle.
Page 113: Mirrors
Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror To reduce glare from headlamps behind you, pull the lever toward you (to the night position). To return the mirror to the day position, push the lever away from you. Outside Power Mirrors The power outside rearview mirror knob is located on the driver’s door.
Page 114: Onstar@ System
Onstar@ System Onstar@ uses global positioning system technology, wireless communications, and state of the art call centers to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information and convenience services. An Onstar@ subscription plan is included in the price of your vehicle.
Page 115 Onstar@ Personal Calling With Onstar@ Personal Calling, you have a safer way to stay connected while driving. It’s a hands-free wireless phone that’s integrated into your vehicle. You can place calls nationwide using voice-activated dialing with no contracts, no roaming charges and no access fees. To find out more about Onstar@ Personal Calling, refer to the Onstar@ owner’s guide in your vehicle’s glove box, or call Onstar@ at 1-888-4-ONSTAR...
Page 116: Storage Areas
Storage Areas Glove Box If the glove box has a lock, put your key into the lock and turn the key counterclockwise. To open the glovebox, pull the latch release. The glove box door has a detent to prevent the door from lowering too far.
Page 117 Garage Door Opener Compartment You can store and operate your garage door opener in the third compartment of your overhead console. To install your garage door opener, follow these instructions: 1 . Open the compartment by pressing the latch forward. 2.
Page 118: Console/Cooler
Sunglasses Storage Compartment To open the sunglasses storage compartment in the overhead console, press the release button. Then pull the compartment down to the full open position. Front Door Utility Packs Your vehicle may have front door utility packs. If it does, the utility packs are located in the front door pockets of your vehicle, and are used for extra storage space.
Page 119: Roof Rack System
The consolekooler contains a top tray for storage. Remove the top tray to put items in the cooler. The cooler also can hold compact discs, cassette tapes, and it may have a coinholder. To remove the consolekooler from the vehicle, lift the handle from the driver’s side to a fully upright position.
Page 120 If you have the luggage carrier, you can load things on top of your vehicle. If you do load things vehicle, you must load them on the luggage carrier crossrails. The luggage carrier has four tie-down loops the inside of each right and left side rail. These let you secure csr$ p!scec! en r r ~ s ~ r ? .
Page 121 To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you’re driving, check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and cargo are still securely fastened. Loading things onto the luggage carrier can interfere with the performance of your XMTM Satellite Radio System.
Page 122: Rear Storage Area
To adjust the crossrails, lift the release levers on each side to unlock them. Slide the crossrails forward or backward, as needed, to accommodate loads of various sizes. After repositioning the crossrails, engage the release lever. This will lock the crossrails in place. Notice: Do not open the sunroof if the crossrails are not in the full rear position.
Page 123: Convenience Net
Convenience Net Your vehicle may have a convenience net. The convenience net is designed to help keep small loads, like grocery bags, from falling over. Install the convenience net at the rear of your vehicle, just inside the liftgatehailgate opening. Attach both the upper and lower hooks to the loops on either side of the liftgatehailgate opening.
Page 124: Cargo Net System
Cargo Cover If your vehicle has a cargo cover, you can use it to cover items in the rear of your vehicle. Pull the cover towards the rear of the vehicle and slide the ends on the slots to secure it. When it is not in use, take the ends out of the slots and allow the cover to roll back.
Page 125 Sliding F- ar Convenience '-ay If an- emovable convenience item isn't secured properly, it can move around in a collision or sudden stop. People in the vehicle could be injured. Be sure to secure any such item properly. Your vehicle may have a sliding rear convenience tray. The sliding rear convenience tray can be pulled out onto the tailgate making it easier to load or unload items.
Page 126 3. Disconnect the tethered ring from the hook and place the tethered ring on the outer edge of the tailgate on each side of the vehicle. 4. Push down on the release lever and roll the into the vehicle approximately 6 inches (15.24 cm). 5.
Page 127 Replacing the Floor Track Assembly Before beginning this procedure make sure that nothing in the rear of the vehicle. 1. Slide the floor track assembly in while aligning the front forks, located on the bottom front of the track assembly, so that the forks slide under the two front floor retainers.
Page 128 Replacing the Sliding Rear Convenience Tray The floor track assembly must be installed first for the sliding rear convenience tray to stay locked into place. See “Replacing the Floor Track Assembly” listed previously for more information. 1. Pick up the tray by the handle and support the tray from the bottom with your other hand.
Page 129: Sunroof
Sunroof If your vehicle has a sunroof, the switch is located between the sun visors. The sunroof switch will only work when the ignition is on or when the ignition is off and retained accessory power is active. See “Retained Accessory Power” under lgnition Positions on page 2-22 for more information.
Page 130: Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization Some of your vehicle’s features can be reset or customized according to your preference. The features you can program depend on the options that came with your vehicle. If your vehicle has a DIC, see DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-53 to customize your features.
Page 131: Headlamp Exit Delay
Headlamp Exit Delay This feature allows you to customize the headlamps and parking lamps. Programmable Modes Mode 1: Off (The headlamps and parking lamps will turn off at the same time that the ignition is turned to OFF.) Mode 2: 15-Second Activation (The headlamps and parking lamps will stay on for 15 seconds when the ignition is turned to OFF.) Mode 3: 30-Second Activation (The headlamps and...
Page 132: Automatic Door Locwunlock
Automatic Door LockNnIock This feature allows you to lock and unlock your doors automatically. Programmable Modes Mode 2: Automatic Door Locking Only Shift out of PARK (P) with the ignition on and the driver’s door closed; all doors will lock automatically. The automatic door unlock feature is turned Mode 3: Automatic Door Locking with shift out of PARK (P)/Driver’s Door Unlocking with shift into...
Page 133: Delayed Locking
3. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes indicates the vehicle’s current programmed mode. If you do not wish to change the current mode, you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.
Page 134: Remote Driver Unlock Control
The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. Remote Driver Unlock Control This feature allows you to customize the UNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 135: Remote Lock And Unlock Confirmation
Remote Lock and Unlock Confirmation This feature allows you to customize the feedback received when locking or unlocking your vehicle with the remote keyless entry transmitter. Programmable Modes Mode 1: Both Features Off (Remote lock and unlock confirmation are disabled.) Mode Exterior Lamps Flash Only When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter...
Page 136: Exiting Programming Mode
Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes indicates the vehicle’s current programmed mode. If you do not wish to change the current mode, you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.
Page 138 Section Instrument Panel Overview ... Hazard Warning Flashers .. Warning Other Devices Horn ... Tilt Wheel ... Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever ... 3. 6 Exterior Lamps ... 3.11 Interior Lamps ... Instrument Panel Switchbank Head-Up Display (HUD) Accessory Power Outlets Ashtrays and Cigarette lighter Climate Controls Climate Control System Dual Climate...
Page 139 Section 3 Driver Information Center (DIC) DIC Controls and Displays ... DIC Vehicle Personalization Audio System(s) Setting the Time Radio with CD ... Radio with Cassette and Radio with Six-Disc CD ... Entertainment System ... Rear Audio Controller (RAC) ... Theft-Deterrent Feature ...
Page 142: Climate Controls
The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Side Outlets B. Instrument Panel Cluster C. Hazard Warning Flasher Switch D. Head-Up Display Switch and Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls or DIC Controls E. Center Outlets F. Audio System G.
Page 143: Horn
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 top of the steering column.
Page 144: Tilt Wheel
Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column.
Page 145 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. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically.
Page 146 Flash-to-Pass When the headlamps are off, pull the lever toward you to momentarily switch on the high beams (to signal that you are going to pass). When you release the lever, they will turn off. Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the band marked WIPER.
Page 148 Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise control switch from ON to R/A (Resume/Accelerate) briefly.
Page 149: Exterior Lamps
Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control: Step lightly on the brake pedal, or move the cruise switch to OFF. Erasing Cruise Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your cruise control set speed memory is erased.
Page 150 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset.
Page 151: Interior Lamps
If you turn on the fog lamps while the DRL are on, the parking lamps will turn on automatically. Your fog lamps will go off when you switch to high beams. When you return to low beam, the fog lamps will come back on.
Page 152 To program the headlamp exit delay feature, see Vehicle Personalization on page 2-53. If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center (DIC), see DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-53. Entry Lighting With entry lighting, the interior of your vehicle will illuminate for 25 seconds so you can see inside your vehicle before you enter.
Page 153 Exit Lighting With exit lighting, the interior lamps will come on for about 30 seconds whenever you remove the key from the ignition if: The vehicle is in PARK (P), the ignition key is out of the ignition, the interior lamp control is in the DOOR position, all of the doors are closed.
Page 154: Instrument Panel Switchbank
Front Reading Lamps There are two reading lamps located on the rearview mirror. To turn either reading lamp on or off, press the button located next to each lamp. These lamps will come on each time you open the doors, if the interior lamp control is in the ON or DOOR position.
Page 155 Dis-- Head-C 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 156 The HUD controls are located to the right of the instrument panel cluster. When the HUD on, the speedometer reading will displayed continually. The current radio station, cassette tape or CD number and track number will only be displayed for three seconds after the radio, tape or CD track status changes.
Page 157: Accessory Power Outlets
If the sun comes out or it becomes cloudy, you may need to adjust the HUD brightness again using the dimmer knob. Polarized sunglasses could make the HUD image harder to see. Clean the inside of the windshield as needed to remove any dirt or film that reduces the sharpness or clarity of the HUD image.
Page 158: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
If you experience a problem, see your dealer for additional information on accessory power outlets. Notice: Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working as they should. This wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
Page 159: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. 3-22 Operation Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise to direct the airflow inside of your vehicle. To change the current mode, select one of the following: f;’...
Page 160 (Outside Air): Press this button to turn the outside air mode on or off. When this mode is on, outside air will circulate throughout your vehicle. When this mode is on, an indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that it is activated. The outside air mode can be used with all modes, but it cannot be used with the recirculation mode.
Page 161 Defogging and Defrosting There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield. Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers. Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly.
Page 162: Dual Climate Control System
Dual Climate Control System Your vehicle may have a dual climate control system. With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. Operation Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise to direct the airflow inside of your vehicle. To change the current mode, select one of the following: The right knob can also be used to select defog or defrost mode.
Page 163 (Outside Air): Press this button to turn the outside air mode on or off. When this mode is on, outside air will circulate throughout your vehicle. When this mode is on, an indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that it is activated. The outside air mode can be used with all modes, but it cannot be used with the recirculation mode.
Page 164 Defogging and Defrosting There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield. Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers. Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly.
Page 165: Outlet Adjustment
Outlet Adjustment Use the knob located in the center of the outlet, to change the direction of the air flow. 3-28 Operation Tips Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air inlets on the hood that may block the flow of air into your vehicle.
Page 166: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement.
Page 167: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is 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. The indicator warning lights and gages are explained on the following pages.
Page 168: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and 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). Your vehicle has a tamper-resistant odometer.
Page 169: Tachometer
Retro-Active Reset The trip odometer has a feature called retro-active reset. This feature can be used to set the trip odometer to the number of miles (kilometers) driven since the ignition was last turned on. This can be used if you forget reset your trip odometer at the beginning of a trip.
Page 170: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to ON or START, a chime will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds.
Page 171: Brake System Warning Light
The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to ON. If the light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on when you set your parking brake.
Page 172: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ANTI- LOCK United States Your vehicle may have an anti-lock brake system warning light. If it does, the light should come on for few seconds when you turn the ignition key to ON. If the anti-lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you’ve started your engine, turn the ignition off.
Page 173: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on, your vehicle needs service. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage United States This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine is too hot! It means that your engine coolant has overheated.
Page 174 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. The SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light comes to indicate that there is a problem and service is required.
Page 175 If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: Reducing vehicle speed. Avoiding hard accelerations. Avoiding steep uphill grades. If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible. If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady”...
Page 176 If you experience one or more of these conditions, change the fuel brand you use. It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. If none of the above steps have made the light turn off, have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle.
Page 177: Fuel Gage
Fuel Gage United States When the indicator nears empty, you still have a little fuel left, but you should get more soon. If your fuel is low, the warning message in the message center will come on. See Low Fuel Warning Message on page 3-47 later in this section.
Page 178: Message Center
Message Center The message center is located in the instrument panel cluster below the tachometer. safety and maintenance facts. Service Traction System Warning Message TRACTION SYSTEM States United If your vehicle has the traction control system and this c!isp!ymj m e s s q ~ is ynlfre driving, there mav be when a problem with your traction control system.
Page 179: Charging System Indicator Message
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Message COOLANT TEMP United States This message will come on when your engine gets too hot. If this message comes on, it means that your engine coolant has overheated. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
Page 180: Low Oil Pressure Message
Low Oil Pressure Message PRESSURE United States Your vehicle is equipped with a low oil pressure warning message. Your oil pressure message lets you know when you may have a problem with your engine oil pressure. When the engine is running and this message appears, the engine oil level may be too low.
Page 181: Change Engine Oii Message
You need to check the oil level right away. Have your vehicle serviced immediately. Change Engine Oil Message CHANGE ENGINE States United If this message comes on and stays on after you started the engine, have the oil changed. For additional information on when to change the oil and resetting the system, see Engine Oil on page 5-13.
Page 182: Door Ajar Warning Message
Door Ajar Warning Message DOOR AJAR United States This message will come on when the ignition is turned to ON or START and the driver’s or passenger’s door is open. Rear Hatch Ajar Warning Message REAR HATCH F------ AJAR United States This message will come on when the ignition is turned to ON or START and the liftgate is open.
Page 183: All-Wheel Drive Disable Warning Message
All-Wheel Drive Disable Warning Message DISABLE States United Your vehicle may have this message. If it does, it will come on when there is a spare tire on the vehicle, or when the anti-lock brake system warning light comes on, or when the rear differential fluid is overheating.
Page 184: Low Fuel Warning Message
Low Fuel Warning Message United States If your fuel is low, the warning message will come or1 and stay on until you add fuel. If the warning message is still on after adding fuel, need to reset the warning message. To reset the warning message, turn the ignition If the message stays on, see your dealer.
Page 185: Service Vehicle Soon Message
Service Vehicle Soon Message SERVICE VEHICLE SOON Canada United States This light will come on if your vehicle has certain non-emission related problems. For example, if the entire electrical system fails to send and receive messages from the vehicle’s components, this message will come on.
Page 186: Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Battery Low Warning Message
Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Battery Low Warning Message KEY FOB BATTERY United States If you receive this message, the battery in the remote keyless entry needs to be replaced. See "Battery Replacement" under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2-6 for instructions. Park Lamp Warning Message PARK LAMP States...
Page 187: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Driver Information Center (DIC) DRIVER INFO CENTER NE AVG ECON 5.9 L/ 100 KM 65" F If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center (DIC), the display is located on the instrument panel cluster directly above the steering column. The DIC will show information about the vehicle and the surroundings.
Page 188: Dic Controls And Displays
C I b LPCICIUI I U V . DRIVER This message will be displayed for three seconds after PONTIAC appears in the display. This message lets you know which remote keyless entry and customization features the vehicle is using. 3-51...
Page 189 The DIC controls are located to the right of the instrument panel cluster. DRIVER INFO CENTER The DIC will be in the last mode displayed when the engine was turned off. To select a different mode, press MODE. The display will cycle through its options at each press of MODE.
Page 190: Dic Vehicle Personalization
OIL LIFE LEFT HOLD SET TO RESET: This message displays the current percentage of the oil life by the GM Oil Life System. To reset the oil life, press and hold the SET button while this message is displayed. When the system is reset 100% will be displayed and the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message on the message center will go off.
Page 191 Entering Programming Mode To program features, your vehicle must be in the programming mode. Follow these steps: 1. Turn the ignition key to ON with the vehicle in PARK (P). 2. Press and release the MODE button, scrolling through the DIC messages, until PRESS SET TO BEGIN PERSONALIZATION is displayed.
Page 192 Headlamp Exit Delay This feature allows you to customize the headlamps and parking lamps. OFF: The headlamps and parking lamps will not turn on at the same instant that the ignition is turned to OFF 15: The headlamps and parking lamps will stay on for 15 seconds when the ignition is turned to OFF.
Page 193 Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was programmed in ON. The mode to which the vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory. To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode, do the following: 1.
Page 194 Auto Door LocMUnIock The doors will automatically lock when the vehicle is shifted out of PARK ( P). For automatic unlocking, you can program your vehicle to one of the following modes: OFF: When the shift lever is put in PARK (P), your doors will not unlock automatically.
Page 195 Delayed Locking The delayed locking feature can be programmed to one of the following modes: ON: Lock your vehicle using the power door lock switch or the remote keyless transmitter while any door is opened, you will hear three chimes and the doors will not lock.
Page 196 Remote Door Unlock The remote door unlock feature can be programmed to one of the following modes: DRIVER/ALL: With the first press of UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter, the driver’s door will unlock, and with the second press of UNLOCK, within five seconds of the first press, all passenger’s doors will unlock.
Page 197 Unlock Feedback The unlock feedback feature can be programmed to one of the following modes: LIGHTS: This mode does the following: During the day, when the ignition is in OFF and UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed, the headlamps and parking lamps will flash.
Page 198 Lock Feedback The lock feedback feature can be programmed to one of the following modes: OFF: When LOCK is pressed on the remote keyless entry transmitter, the headlamps and parking lamps will not flash and the horn will not sound. LIGHTS: When LOCK is pressed on the remote keyless entry transmitter, the headlamps and parking lamps will flash briefly.
Page 199: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) 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 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 200 Radio with CD Radio Data System (RDS): Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming, Pnnpnrninn Inp2l onnntnnrrnmontc...
Page 201 Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) (Canada Only): DAB is a Canadian land-based radio service that offers digital quality audio and text information including song title, artist name, traffic, weather, emergency announcements and more. Digital Audio Broadcast transmission services are currently available in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Ottawa, and Windsor.
Page 202 Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to switch between AM, FM, FM2, or XMI, XM2 (USA only, if your radio is equipped with XMTM Satellite Radio Service) or DAB1, DAB2 (Canada only, if your radio is equipped with DAB). The display will show your selection.
Page 203 Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to six FMI and six FM2, six XMI and six XM2 (USA only, if your radio is equipped with the XMTM Satellite Radio Service) or DAB1 and DAB2 (Canada only, if your radio is equipped with DAB), by performing the following steps:...
Page 204 Press and hold the EQ button or push the SELECT knob to store the equalization setting and the number. You will hear a beep and EQ SAVED will appear on the display. Repeat the steps for the other EQ settings and numbers.
Page 205 BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same programming. Press and hold BAND for two seconds to turn alternate frequency on. AF ON will appear on the display. The radio may switch to stronger stations.
Page 206 TRAF (Traffic): TRAF will appear on the display if the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements. To receive the traffic announcement from the tuned station, press this button. Brackets will be displayed around TRAF and when a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it.
Page 207 Radio Display Message XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, after the channel name, Channels) indicates content with explicit language. Updating Updating encryption code Signal Loss of signal Acquiring channel audio Loading XM (after 4 second delay) CH Off Air Channel not in service Channel no longer CH Unavail...
Page 208 XMTM Radio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Action Required Condition Messaae cannot be swapped between vehicles. If you receive this XMRcvr Hardware failure If this message does not clear within a short period of time, your receiver may have a fault. Consult with your retail location.
Page 209 Playing a Compact Disc With the ignition on, insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing. If you want to insert a CD when the ignition is off, first press the eject symbol or push the RCL knob.
Page 210: Radio With Cassette And Cd
CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button to play a compact disc when listening to the radio. CD will appear on the display when a compact disc is loaded. (Eject): Press this button to eject a CD. Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off. CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first.
Page 211 This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and will only work when the information is available. In rare cases, a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station.
Page 212 RCL (Recall): Push this knob to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time. Pushing this knob with the ignition off will display the time. For XMTM (USA only, if your radio is equipped with XMTM Satellite Radio Service), pressing this button while in XMTM mode to retrieve various pieces of information related to the current song or channel.
Page 213 SEEK : Press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there. The radio will seek only to stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal. SCAN Press and hold one of the SCAN arrows for two seconds until SCAN appears on the display...
Page 214 Setting the Tone (Bassnreble) TONE: Press and release this button until BASS, MID or TREB appears on the display. The SELECT LED indicator will light to show that the tone control can be adjusted. Turn the SELECT knob to increase or to decrease.
Page 215 Finding a Station (RDS, XMTM and DAB) To select and find a desired PTY perform the following: 1. Press PROG TYPE. The PTY symbol will be displayed on the screen. 2. Select a category by turning the SELECT knob. 3. Once the desired category is displayed, press either SEEK arrow to select the category and take you to the category’s first station.
Page 216 RDS and DAB Messages ALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies. When an alert announcement comes on the current radio station, ALERT! will appear on the display. You will hear the announcement, even if the volume is muted or a cassette tape or a compact disc is playing. If the cassette tape or compact disc player is playing, play will stop during the announcement.
Page 217 For DAB (Canada only, if your radio is equipped with DAB), when the TRAF button is pressed, DAB does not seek to a station that broadcasts traffic. DAB only checks the current frequency for traffic support. Traffic Interrupt Feature: Your radio can interrupt the play of a cassette, CD, or XMTM, or DAB station.
Page 218 Radio Display Condition Message XL (Explicit Language Channels) Channel no longer Jnavail available No Info Artist Name/Feature not available No Info Song/Program Title not available XMTM Radio Messages than 30 seconds. This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned. Tune to another station. If this station was one of your presets, you may need to choose another station for that preset button.
Page 219 Radio Display Message Category Name not available No Info No TexVlnformational message available No Info No channel available for the chosen category Theft lock active Radio ID label (channel 0) Radio ID not known (should only be if hardware failure) Chk XMRcvr Hardware failure 3-82...
Page 220 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. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right.
Page 221 Choose how many selections you want to skip, then press the SEEK arrow that many times. The number of selections to be skipped will appear on the display. SCAN Press and hold one of the arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep.
Page 222 CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kit with your cassette tape player after disabling the tight/loose tape sensing feature on your tape player. To disable the feature, use the following steps: Turn the ignition on. Turn the radio off.
Page 223 SCAN Press and hold one of the arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN and the track number appear on the display and you hear a beep. The disc will go to the next track, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next track.
Page 224: Radio With Six-Disc Cd
Radio with Six-Disc CD Radio Data System (RDS): Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming, receive ;tnnnl.rncgments cnncgrninc national emergencies,...
Page 225 Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) (Canada Only): DAB is a Canadian land-based radio service that offers digital quality audio and text information including song title, artist name, traffic, weather, emergency announcements and more. Digital Audio Broadcast transmission services are currently available in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Ottawa, and Windsor.
Page 226 Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to switch between AM, FM, FM2, or XMI, XM2 (USA only, if your radio is equipped with XMTM Satellite Radio Service) or DABI, DAB2 (Canada only, if your radio is equipped with DAB). The display will show your selection.
Page 227 Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 30 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2, six XMI and six XM2 (USA only, if your radio is equipped with the XMTM Satellite Radio Service) or DAB1 and DAB2 (Canada only, if your radio is equipped with DAB), by performing the following steps:...
Page 228 To adjust the balance and the fade to the middle position, select balance or fade and push and hold the AUDIO knob. The radio will beep once and will adjust the display level to the middle position. To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position, push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker controls are displayed.
Page 229 BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type. Press and hold BAND for two seconds to turn alternate frequency on. AF ON will appear on the display. The radio may switch to stronger stations.
Page 230 TRAF (Traffic): TRAF will appear on the display if the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements. To receive the traffic announcement from the tuned station, press this button. Brackets will be displayed around TRAF and when a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it.
Page 231 Radio Display Message XL (Explicit Language Channels) indicates content with Updating No Signal Loading XM CH Off Air CH Unavail No Info No Info 3-94 XMTM Radio Messages...
Page 232 Radio Display Condition Message Category Name not available No Textllnformational message available No channel available for the chosen category Theft lock active Radio ID label (channel 0) Radio ID not known (should only be if hardware failure) XivlEcvr iiardwart: XMTM Radio Messages (cont’d) No category information is available at this time on this channel.
Page 233 Playing a Compact Disc If an error appears on the display, see “Compact Disc Messages” later in this section. LOAD CD Press the LOAD side of this button to load CDs into the compact disc player. This compact disc player will hold up to six discs. To insert one disc, do the following: 1.
Page 234 Playing a Specific Loaded Compact Disc For every CD loaded, a number will appear on the radio display. To play a specific CD, first press the CD AUX button to start playing a CD. Then press the numbered pushbutton that corresponds to the CD you want to play.
Page 235 RDM (Random): With random, you can listen to the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order, on one disc or on all of the discs. To use random, do one of the following: To play the tracks on the disc you are listening random order, press and hold RDM for more than two seconds.
Page 236 Using Song List Mode The integrated six-disc CD changer has a feature called song list. This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections. To save tracks into the song list feature, perform the following steps: 1. Turn the disc player on and load it with at least one disc.
Page 237: Entertainment System
After a track has been deleted, the remaining tracks are moved up the list. When another track is added to the song list, the track will be added to the end of the list. To delete the entire song list, perform the following steps: 1.
Page 238 Before Drive The video entertainment system is for passengers in the second row seats only. The driver cannot safely view the video screen while driving and should not try to do so. In severe or extreme temperature conditions your entertainment system should not be operated until the temperature is within the operating range.
Page 239 Stereo RCA Jacks The RCA jacks and the mini-headphone jacks are located on the most forward side of the overhead console. The RCA jacks allow you auxiliary device such as a camcorder or a video game unit. The yellow RCA jack is used for video, the red RCA jack for right audio, and the white RCA jack for left audio.
Page 240 DVD Player The DVD player is located in the overhead console. The DVD player can be controlled by the buttons on the DVD player, and by the buttons on the remote control. See “Remote Control” later in this section for more information.
Page 241 G . Play/Pause: Press this button to start play. Press this button while a DVD is playing to pause it. Press it again to continue playing the DVD. H. Display Control Button: Press these buttons to adjust color, tint, brightness, contrast, and display mode (normal, full or zoom).
Page 242 DVD Messages The following errors may be displayed. Disc Format Error: This message will be displayed if a disc is inserted upside down, if the disc is not able to be read or if the disc format is not compatible. This message will also be displayed for unsupported formats such as CD-RWs.
Page 243 Display Control Button: Press this button to adjust color, tint, brightness, contrast, and display mode (normal, full or zoom). This button is also used to adjust the dynamic range compression feature that is used to avoid the loud noise produced by some DVD discs, and to improve the audio quality.
Page 244 Setup Menu To access the setup menu, ensure a DVD disc is in the player and the video is stopped. Press the main menu button. Once the menu is activated, use the directional arrows and enter button to navigate the screen. The setup menu allows the user to select default preferences for Menu Language, Subtitle Language, Audio Language, TV Aspect, TV Mode, and Dynamic...
Page 245 Tips Trouble Recommended Action Problem The ignition might be off. No power. The lnputrritle on the Disc will not play. remote might be set for auxiliary. The disc is upside down or is not compatible. The volume on the No sound. headphones could be too low.
Page 246 Problem Recommended Action The DVD is playing but Press and release the there is no picture or SRCE button on the sound. The auxiliary remote to get to auxiliary device is running but input. The auxiliary there is no picture or device’s cords could be sound.
Page 247: Rear Audio Controller (Rac)
Rear Audio Controller (RAC) If your vehicle has this option, you can control certain radio functions using the buttons on your Rear Audio Controller (RAC). SEEK Press the up or the down arrow to tune to the next or the previous radio station. If the cassette tape or the compact disc player is playing, the player will advance with the up arrow and reverse with the down arrow.
Page 248: Dvd Distortion
Audio Steering Wheel Controls If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain radio and remote playback functions using the buttons on your steering wheel. PRESET: Press this button to play a station you have programmed on the radio preset pushbuttons. The radio will go to a preset station, play for a few seconds, then go to the next station.
Page 249: 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 250: Care Of Your Cds And Dvds
For best results, use a scrubbing action, non-abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn. The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealership. The cut tape detection feature of your cassette tape player may identify the cleaning cassette as a damaged tape, in error.
Page 251: Cleaning Your Dvd Player
Cleaning Your DVD Player When cleaning the outside DVD cabinet face and buttons, use only a clean cloth dampened with clean water. Cleaning the Video Screen When cleaning the video screen, use only a clean cloth dampened with clean water. Use care when directly touching or cleaning the screen, as damage may result.
Page 252: Driving Your Vehicle
Your Driving. the Road. and Your Vehicle ... 4-2 Driver Behavior ... 4. 2 Driving Environment ... Vehicle Design Defensive Driving ... 4. 3 Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking ... Traction Control System (TCS) ... All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System Steering ...
Page 253: Driver Behavior
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Whenever we drive, we’re taking on an important responsibility. This is true for any motor vehicle passenger car, van, truck, sport utility. Driver behavior, the driving environment, and the vehicle’s design all affect how well a vehicle performs. But statistics show that the most important factor, by far, is how we drive.
Page 254: Defensive Driving
But driver behavior factors are far more often the cause of a utility vehicle rollover than are environmental or vehicle factors. Safe driver behavior and understanding the environment in which you’ll be driving can help avoid a rollover crash in any type of vehicle, including utility vehicles.
Page 255 Many adults by some estimates, nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol, so they never drive after drinking. For persons under 21, it’s against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasons for these laws.
Page 256 this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks. The law in an increasing number of U.S. states, and throughout Canada, sets the legal limit at 0.08 percent. In some other countries, the limit is even lower.
Page 257: 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 258 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 of heavy braking.
Page 259 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 wheel.
Page 260 As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. 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 261: Traction Control System (Tcs)
Braking in Emergencies At some time, nearly every driver gets into a situation that requires hard braking. If you have anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same time. However, if you don’t have anti-lock, your first reaction to hit the brake pedal hard and hold it down may be the wrong thing to do.
Page 262 SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM United States If this message comes on and stays on or comes on while you are driving, there’s a problem with your traction control system. See Service Traction System Warning Message on page 3-41. When this warning message is on, the TRAC OFF light will come on to remind you that the system will not limit wheel spin.
Page 263: All-Wheel Drive (Awd) System
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System If your vehicle has all-wheel drive (AWD), the AWD system operates automatically without any action required by the driver. If the front drive wheels begin to slip, the rear wheels will automatically begin to drive the vehicle as required. There may be a slight engagement noise during hard use but this is normal.
Page 264 The same thing can happen if you’re steering through a sharp curve and you suddenly accelerate. Those two control systems steering and acceleration overwhelm those places where the tires meet the road and make you lose control. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4- 10.
Page 265: Off-Road Recovery
An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object.
Page 266: Passing
Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds.
Page 267: Loss Of Control
Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane.
Page 268: Driving At Night
Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel or other material is on the road. For safety, you’ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited.
Page 269 Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. In remote areas, watch for animals. If you’re tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest.
Page 270: 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-to-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 271 Hydroplaning 4-20...
Page 272 Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But it can if your tires do not have much tread or it the pressure in one or more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road. you can see reflections from trees, telephone poles or other vehicles, “dimple”...
Page 273: City Driving
City Driving 4-22 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 274: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freewavs (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 up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving.
Page 275: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to the next exit. The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. The exit speed is usually posted.
Page 276: 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 277 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 278: Winter Driving
As you go over the top of a hill, be alert. There could be something in your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area or winding roads.
Page 279 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. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction.
Page 280 If you have traction control, keep the system on. It will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road. But you can turn the traction system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow.
Page 281 You’re Caught in a Blizzard 4-30 If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers.
Page 282 You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful. Snow can -.-p exh--st gases under vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You can’t see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle.
Page 283: If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
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. possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can. To help keep warm, you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes.
Page 284 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. If your vehicle has traction control, you should turn your traction control system off. See Traction Control System (TCS,) page 4-10.
Page 285: Towing
Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. See Roadside Assistance Program on page If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see “Recreational Vehicle Towing”...
Page 286: Loading Your Vehicle
Dinghy Towing Your vehicle was not designed to be towed with all of its wheels on the ground. If you have a two-wheel-drive vehicle, it can be towed with two of its wheels on the ground. See “Dolly Towing” following. If you have an all-wheel-drive vehicle, it cannot be towed with any of its wheels on the ground.
Page 287 The label shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle. This is called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. The Certification/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Page 288: Towing A Trailer
Automatic Level Control On vehicles equipped with the level control, the rear of the vehicle is automatically kept level as you load or unload your vehicle. However, you should still not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-35.
Page 289 Your vehicle can tow a trailer. To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should read the information in “Weight of the Trailer’’ that appears later in this section. But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in handling, durability and fuel economy.
Page 290 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, ivii 46232-5 i 72 In Canada, write to:...
Page 291 If you’re using a weight-carrying or a weight-distributing hitch, the trailer tongue weight (A) should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (8). Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for your vehicle. After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper.
Page 292 Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 1,000 Ibs. (450 kg) loaded, then it needs its own brakes adequate. Be sure to read and follow the instructions you’ll for the trailer brakes so be able to install, adjust and maintain them properly. Because your vehicle may have anti-lock brakes, do not try to tap into your vehicle’s brake system.
Page 293 Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has electric brakes, start your .vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working.
Page 294 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to have extra wiring. The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn, change lanes or stop.
Page 295 When 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. on the brake pedal. 2. Let up 3.
Page 296: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service ... Doing Your Own Service Work ... Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ... Fuel Gasoline Octane ... Gasoline Specifications ... California Fuel ... Additives Fuels in Foreign Countries ... Filling Your Tank ... 5-7 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...
Page 297 Section Appearance Care ... Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ... 5-89 Care of Safety Belts ... Weatherstrips ... Cleaning the Outside Your Vehicle ... 5-92 Sheet Metal Damage ... 5-94 Finish Damage ... 5-94 Underbody Maintenance Chemical Paint Spotting ... GM Vehicle CarelAppearance Materials ...
Page 298: Service
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 GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one these marks: Parts...
Page 299: Doing Your Own Service Work
Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-9.
Page 300: Fuel
Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher. If the octane is less than 87, you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive.
Page 301: California Fuel
California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be affected.
Page 302: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
Page 303 While refueling, let the fuel cap hang by the tether as shown. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The fuel cap has spring in it; if you let go of the cap too soon, it will spring back to the right.
Page 304: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Be careful not to spill fuel. Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5-92. When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap.
Page 305: Checking Things Under
Checking Things Under the Hood An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire.
Page 306 Go to the front of the vehicle and slide the secondary hood release from left to right. 3. Lift the hood. 4. If your vehicle has a prop rod, place it in the slot on the underside of the hood. Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on properly, then let the hood down and close it firmly.
Page 308: Engine Oil
A. Underhood Fuse Block B. Remote Positive (+) Terminal C. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir D. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick E. Brake Master Cylinder Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir G. Battery H. Radiator Pressure Cap I. Engine Oil Fill Cap J. Engine Oil Dipstick K.
Page 309 Checking Engine Oil It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground, The engine oil dipstick is located at the front of the engine compartment, near the center.
Page 310 When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, 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.
Page 311 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. If you choose to petform the engine oil change service yourself, be sure...
Page 312 As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W-30 is the only viscosity grade recommended for your vehicle. You should look for and use only oils which have the API Starburst symbol and which are also identified as SAE 5W-30. If you cannot find such SAE 5W-30 oils, you can use an SAE IOW-30 oil which has the API Starburst symbol, if it's going to be 0°F (-18°C) or above.
Page 313: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
How to Reset the Change Engine Oil Message The GM Oil Life SystemTM calculates when to change your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytime your oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil change is required. If a situation occurs where you change your oil prior to a being turned on, reset the system.
Page 314 Checking or Replacing the Engine Air CleanedFilter 1. Remove the two clamps on the duct. 2. Remove the duct. Unlatch the two noOKs on top of rne engine air cleaner/filter housing. 4. Remove and replace the engine air cleanedfilter. 5. Align the tabs located on the bottom of the panel with the slots at the bottom of the housing.
Page 315 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°F (32°C) or higher.
Page 316 Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows: Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range.
Page 317: Engine Coolant
How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on the dipstick.
Page 318 Notice: When adding coolant, it is important that you use only DEX-COOL@ (silicate-free) coolant. If coolant other than DEX-COOL is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine coolant will require change sooner (50,OQQ km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first.
Page 319 Checking Coolant The engine coolant reservoir is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle, above the engine air cleaner/filter. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 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 320: Radiator Pressure Cap
Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank, but be Careful not to sp 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. Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator.
Page 321 If Steam Is Coming From Your Enpine 5-26 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 322 Notice: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. See “Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode” in the Index for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency.
Page 323: Cooling System
Cooling System W ~ e n decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: A. Radiator Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Cooling Fans C. Coolant Recovery Tank 5-28 If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down.
Page 324 The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark. I f it isn’t, you may have pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot.
Page 325 Notice: When adding coolant, it is important that you use only DEX-COOL@ (silicate-free) coolant. If coolant other than DEX-COOL is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine coolant will require change sooner (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first.
Page 326 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 or above the FULL COLD mark, start your vehicle.
Page 327 Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap, is hot.
Page 328 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator Notice: Your engine has a specific radiator fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged. i . You can remove i i e rauiaiur pressuli: the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot.
Page 329 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. Housing 3. After the engine cools, open the coolant air bleed valves.
Page 330 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fans. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add - - x <...
Page 331: Power Steering Fluid
9. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark. 10. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank. 5-36 Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located to the right of the windshield washer fluid reservoir, at the back of the engine compartment.
Page 332 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 333: Brakes
Adding Washer Fluid Open the cap with the washer symbol on washer fluid until the tank is full. Notice: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system.
Page 334 There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. When new linings are put in, the fluid level goes back up.
Page 335 With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system, your brakes may not work well, or they may not even work at all. This could cause a crash. Always use the proper brake fluid. Notice: Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts.
Page 336: Battery
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications. Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets.
Page 337: Jump Starting
Storage Vehicle if you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative (-) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down. Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode.
Page 338 Notice: If the other system isn’t a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. 2. Get the vehicles close enough 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.
Page 339 Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You don’t need to add water to the ACDelco@ battery installed in your new vehicle.
Page 340 7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect to the positive terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the good battery.
Page 341 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 342: All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive If you have an all-wheel-drive vehicle, be sure to perform the lubricant checks described in this section. However, they have two additional systems that need lubrication. Transfer Case (Power Transfer Unit) When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant.
Page 343 How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole. A fluid loss could indicate a problem;...
Page 344: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement For the type of bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-53. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen Bulbs Hal-Jen bulbs have pressu-.-ed gas i..-ide and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured.
Page 345 Remove the bulb access cover. 6. Turn the bulb socket one-quarter of a turn clockwise. 7. Pull the bulb assembly out from the lamp housing. 5-50 Unhook the electrical connector by lifting up the gray tabs and separate the connector from the bulb base.
Page 346: Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker And Parking
10. Put the bulb assembly back into the lamp housing and turn the bulb socket one-quarter of a turn counterclockwise. 11. Reinstall the bulb access cover making sure it is in Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 1. Open the hood. 2.
Page 347: Lamps
Unscrew the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by pressing the tab while turning it counterclockwise. Replace the bulb by pulling the old one out and gently pushing the new one into the lamp socket. Line up the tabs on the socket with the gaps in the socket holes and screw the bulb socket back into the lamp housing until a click is heard (the tab popping back out).
Page 348: Replacement Bulbs
A. Stop/Taillamps B. Back-up Lamps Unscrew the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by pressing the tab while turning the bulb socket counterclockwise. Replace the bulb by pulling the old one out and gently pushing the new one into the bulb socket. 6.
Page 349: 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” under Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways.
Page 350: Tires
Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by 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. are dangerous. Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction.
Page 351: Inflation -- Tire Pressure
Tire Pressure Inflation The Certificationflire 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 352: Check Tire Pressure System
Check Tire Pressure System Your vehicle may have a check tire pressure system that can alert you to a large change in the pressure of one tire. The system won’t alert you before you drive that a tire is low or flat. You must begin driving before the system will work properly.
Page 353: Tire Inspection And Rotation
To reset the system: 1 . Turn the ignition ON with the engine off. 2. Press the MODE button until the DIC reads TIRE PRESSURE LOW: CHECK TIRES. 3. Press and hold the SET button until TIRE PRESSURE NORMAL is displayed. You will hear three chimes and the LOW TIRE PRESSURE message will go off and the DIC will return to TIRE PRESSURE NORMAL.
Page 354 When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here. Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Certificationrrire label. Reset the check tire pressure system, if equipped.
Page 355: I S Time For New Tires
When It Is 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 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 356: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle. Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels.
Page 357: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1.5) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
Page 358: Wheel Replacement
Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep corning 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). See your dealer if any of these conditions exist.
Page 359: Tire Chains
Used Rerhcr?len+ Wheels I - - Putting a used -.bet. >n 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 360: Accessory Inflator
do find tn.- _jon devices that will fit, install them on the front tires for front-wheel-drive vehicles. If your vehicle has all-wheel drive, install traction devices either the front tires or all four tires, but never on the rear tires only. Notice: If your vehicle has a tire size smaller than P215/705R16 or P235/55R17 size tires, use tire chains only where legal and only when you must.
Page 361 Inflating something too much can make explode, and you or others could be injured. Be sure to read the inflator instructions, and inflate any object only to its recommended To use your air inflator system, do the following: Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or ON. Attach the appropriate nozzle adapter, if required, to the end of the hose that has the pressure gage.
Page 362: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout”, here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side.
Page 363 The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. 5-68 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment is located in the storage compartment at the rear of the vehicle, on the passenger’s side. 1.
Page 364 A. Jack 9. Wing Bolt C. Jacking Instructions D. Folding Wrench 3. Remove the jack and jacking tools by turning the wing bolt counterclockwise. Slightly from the bracket tab and then take it out of the storage compartment. 4. Separate the jack and remove the folding wrench from the jack.
Page 365 D. Retainer A. Hoist Shaft B. Folding Wrench E. Spring C. Hoist Assembly F. Spare Tire 1. Flip the rear cargo area carpet cut out, to expose the hoist shaft. 2. Attach the folding wrench into the hoist shaft. 3. Turn the folding wrench counterclockwise the spare tire to the ground.
Page 366 If the spare tire will not lower, the secondary latch may be engaged causing the tire not to lower. Do the following to check the cable: 1. Check under the vehicle to see if the cable is visible. ---- - - - -I--.
Page 367 Sliding Rear E. Retainer Convenience Tray F. Compact Spare Tire B. Storage Compartment G. Spring Cap Hole H. Hoist Shaft Assembly C. Folding Wrench I. Hoist D. Extension Tube 5-72 1. Push the release lever located in front floor track assembly. 2.
Page 368 To remove the spare tire from the cable, tilt the retainer and slip it through the wheel opening. After removing the spare tire, turn the wrench clockwise to raise the cable back up. Do not store a full-size or a flat road tire under the vehicle.
Page 369 3. Then loosen the cable by turning the wrench counterclockwise three or four turns. 4. If the spare tire has not lowered, tighten the cable all the way and then loosen it at least two times. If the spare tire did lower to the ground, continue with Step 9 under “Removing the Spare Tire (Vehicles without the Sliding Rear Convenience Tray)”...
Page 370 Turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately 6 inches (1 5 cm) of cable is exposed. 2. Attach the folding wrench to the jack and raise the jack at least 10 turns. 3. Place the jack under the vehicle. ahead of the rear bumper.
Page 371 6. Lower the jack by turning the folding wrench counterclockwise. Keep lowering the jack until the spare tire slides off the jack. 5-76 7. Disconnect the wrench from the jack and carefully remove the jack. Use one hand to push against the spare while firmly pulling the jack out from under the spare tire with the other hand.
Page 372 All-Wheel Drive To release the spare tire from the secondary latch, do the following: Someone standing too close during the procedure could be injured by the jack. If the spare tire does not slide off the jack completely, make sure no one is behind you or on either side of you as you pull the jack out from the spare.
Page 373 4. Turn the folding wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the secondary latch spring. 5. Keep raising the jack until the spare tire stops moving upward and is held firmly in place, this lets you know that the secondary latch has released.
Page 374 7. Grasp the spare tire with both hands and pull it out from under the vehicle. 8. Reach under the vehicle and remove the folding wrench and jack. 9. When the spare tire has been completely lowered, tilt the retainer and slip it through the wheel opening.
Page 375 Notice: To help avoid damage to lock nut or wheel lock key, do not use an impact wrench with this key. 3. Near each wheel, there is a notch in the vehicle’s body. Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle’s frame nearest the flat tire.
Page 376 4. Attach the folding wrench to the jack, and turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack head 3 inches (7.6 cm) 5. Raise the vehicle turning the folding wrench clockwise in the jack. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit under the wheel well.
Page 377 Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 8. Install the spare tire and put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub.
Page 378 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence, as shown. Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become off. loose and even come This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts.
Page 379 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 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. 5-84 The underbody-mounted spare tire needs to be stored with the valve stem pointing down.
Page 380 3. Tilt the retainer downward and slip it through the center hole of the spare tire. Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel. 4. Attach the folding wrench to the hoist shaft. Use the extension tube if you have the sliding rear convenience tray.
Page 381 When you replace the compact spare with a full-size tire, reinstall the bolt-on wheel covers or the center cap, which ever your vehicle has. Tighten them “hand tight” over the wheel nuts, using the folding wrench. Storing the Flat Tire without the Sliding Rear Convenience Tray A.
Page 382 Storing the Flat Tire with the Sliding Rear Convenience Tray A. D-ring D. J-hook B. Sliding Rear E. Full-size Tire Convenience Tray F. Storage Compartment C. Wing Nut Cap Hole 1. Push the sliding rear tray forward to the stored position.
Page 383: 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 384: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flames if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space.
Page 385 Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. If a ring forms on fabric after the entire area immediately or it will set. Using Cleaner on Fabric 1.
Page 386 Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do this more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish wiil stain if you don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and vinyl/leather cleaner.
Page 387: Care Of Safety Belts
Care of Safety Belts clean and dry. ep be Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water.
Page 388 Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. See GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials page 5-95. If your vehicle has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat.
Page 389: Sheet Metal Damage
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels Your vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. 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.
Page 390: Underbody Maintenance
Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection.
Page 391 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) Description Removes dirt and grime Chrome and Wire Wheel from chrome wheels and Cleaner wire wheel covers. Removes dust, fingerprints, and surface Finish Enhancer contaminants, Spray on wipe off. Removes swirl marks, fine scratches and other Swirl Remover Polish light surface contamination.
Page 392: Vehicle Identification
Vehicle 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.
Page 393: 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 394 Floor Console Fuse Block The floor console fuse block is located to the right of the shift lever. The fuses marked spare are available if a replacement fuse is needed. Pull the door open to access the fuse block. (221 [ 5 ) 0 ( 1 4 ) ( 1 7 ) Fuse...
Page 395 Fuse Power Seats Rear Auxiliary Power Outlet Electronic Level Control (ELC) Compressor Relay and Height Sensor Heated Mirrors Power Mirrors Ignition 1 Module Turn Signal Switch and NSBU Switch Rear Defoaaer Air Bag Module Canister Vent Solenoid and TCC Switch HVAC Blower Motor HVAC Mode and Temperature Motors and Head-Up Display...
Page 396 Underhood Fuse Block This fuse block is located in the engine compartment, on top of the windshield washer fluid reservoir. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for :-g,..--#.t;n.-. lnP.mtimn _ . - . - I . , - I I I U I I 1 l l u l I I l u ~ l v l I I V V U L ~ V * The fuses marked spare are available if a replacement...
Page 397 Spare ABS Solenoid Valves Oxygen Sensors-Emissions Control Injectors Spare Engine Controls Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Passenger’s Low-Beam Headlamp Spare Driver’s Low-Beam Headlamp Driver’s High-Beam Headlamp Ignition Switch Battery Power Parkina Lamps “ Air Pump Emissions Controls Spare Passenger’s High-Beam Headlamp Spare Front Fog Lamps Ignition Relay, Neutral Start Switch,...
Page 398 Fuse Main Battery Fuse for Ignition Switch, Radio, Heads-Up Display, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE); - Instrument Cluster, Air Conditioning and Bodv Computer Spare SDare Spare Circuit Spare Usage Usage Horn Cooling Fan Cooling Fan 5- 1...
Page 399: Capacities And Specifications
Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to Part D: Recommended Fluids and lubricants on page 6-15 for more information. Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant (R134a) Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement Complete Overhaul AWD Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement...
Page 400 Engine Specifications 5-1 05...
Page 401: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Spark Plugs Windshield Wiper Blades Driver’s Side Length Passenger’s Side Length T Y Pe *ACDelco@ part number. 5- 1 06 41-101* 24.0 inches (60.0 cm) 22.0 inches (55.0 cm) Shepherd’s Hook...
Page 402 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule ... Introduction ... Your Vehicle and the Environment ... Maintenance Requirements How This Section is Organized ... Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ... 6-4 Using Your Maintenance Schedule Scheduled Maintenance ... Part B: Owner Checks and Services ... 6-9 At Each Fuel Fill ...
Page 403: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Introduction IMPORTANT: KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED 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. Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the...
Page 404: 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 405: Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services This part contains engine oil and chassis lubrication scheduled maintenance which explains the engine oil life system and how it indicates when to change the engine oil and filter. Lubricate chassis components with each oil change. Also, listed are scheduled maintenance services which are to be performed at the mileage intervals specified.
Page 406: Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (1 66 000 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 407 After the services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service on the maintenance record pages in part E of this schedule. An Emission Control Service. 7,500 Miles (12 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-58 for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 408 50,000 Miles (83 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. In hilly or mountainous terrain. When doing frequent trailer towing.
Page 409 100,000 Miles (1 66 000 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: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.
Page 410: 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 411: 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 412 Starter Switch Check you are doinL his 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. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake.
Page 413 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 414: 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, should let your dealer’s each spring and fall). service department or other qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 415: Throttle System Inspection
Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Transfer Case (Power Transfer Unit) and Carrier Assembly-Differential (Rear Drive Module) All-Wheel Drive Inspection...
Page 416: 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. Gasoline Engines starburst symbol of the proper viscosity. To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see Engine Oil on Daae 5- 13.
Page 417: Part E: Maintenance Record
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them. 6-1 6 Maintenance Record...
Page 418 Maintenance Record (CQnt’d) 6-1 7...
Page 419 Maintenance Record (cont’d)
Page 420 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Date 6-1 8...
Page 421: Customer Assistance Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance information ... Customer Satisfaction Procedure ... Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ... Customer Assistance ices ... GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities ... Roadside Assistance Program ... Customer Assistance Information .7-2 Courtesy Transportation ..7-2 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ...
Page 422: Customer Assistance Information
Information 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 423: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) Customer Assistance Off ices 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 424: Gm Mobility Program For Persons With Disabilities
From Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) Fax Number: 31 3-381 -0022 From U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 Fax Number: 31 3-381 -0022 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1 H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs))
Page 425: Roadside Assistance Program
Roadside Assistance Program Security While You Travel 1-800-ROADSIDE (1-800-762-3743) As the proud owner of a new Pontiac vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Pontiac Roadside Assistance program. This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road.
Page 426: Courtesy Transportation
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle license plate number 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 427 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 428: Reporting Safety Defects To The United States Government
Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information. Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer.
Page 429: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
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 48232-51 72 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Page 430 Owner’s Information Owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual, and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only.
Page 431 2003 Buick Rendezvous Owner’s Manual This information replaces the Audio Speakers text for the “Entertainment System” on page 3-102 for the 2003 Pontiac Aztek and page 3-103 for the 2003 Buick Rendezvous. Audio Speakers Audio from the DVD Player or auxiliary devices can...
Page 432 To turn the vehicle’s speakers on and off, press either the CD/AUX or the TAPE/CD button on the front audio system. The audio from the entertainment system can be heard through both the wireless headphones and the vehicle’s speakers at the same time. You can listen to the entertainment system through the wired headphone jacks on the RSA system (if equipped) when the following occurs:...
Page 433 About Driving Your Vehicle Accessory Inflator ... Accessory Power Outlets Adding Washer Fluid ... Additional Program Information ... Additives, Fuel ... Add-on Electrical Equipment ... Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) ... Air Bag Readiness Light ... Air Bag Systems ... How Does an Air Bag Restrain? ...
Page 434 Audio Systems (cont.) Radio with Cassette and CD ... Radio with CD ... Radio with Six-Disc CD ... Rear Audio Controller (RAC) ... Setting the Time ... Theft-Deterrent Feature ... Understanding Radio Reception XMTM Satellite Radio Antenna System ... 3-1 14 Auto Door LocWUnlock ...
Page 435 Canceling the Rear Door Security Locks ... 2-12 Capacities and Specifications ... Carbon Monoxide ... 4.27, 4-37. 4.13, 4-34 Care of Safety Belts ... Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ... CD and DVD Player ... CDs and DVDs ... Cargo Lamp ...
Page 436 Climate Control System Dual ... Outlet Adjustment ... Compact Disc Messages Compact Spare Tire ... Compass Variance ... Console/Cooler ... Content Theft-Deferrent ... Control of a Vehicle ... Convenience Net ... Convenience Tray, Sliding Rear ....2-48 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage ...
Page 437 Door Ajar Warning Message Delayed Locking ... Locks ... Power Door Locks Programmable Automatic Door Locks Rear Security Locks ... Driver Position, Safety Belt Driver Behavior Driver Information Center (DIC) ... DIC Controls and Displays DIC Vehicle Personalization ... Driving At Night ...
Page 438 Engine Air CleanedFilter ... Battery Change Oil Message Check and Service Engine Soon Light ... 3-36 Coolant ... Coolant Heater ... Coolant Temperature Gage Coolant Temperature Warning Message Cooling System Inspection ... Engine Compartment Overview ... Exhaust ... Low Oil Level Message ... Oil ...
Page 439 Fluid Automatic Transaxle ... Power Steering ... Windshield Washer FM Stereo Fog Lamps ... Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks ... Following Distance Footnotes ... Front Door Utility Packs Front Reading Lamps ... Fuel Additives California Fuel ... Filling a Portable Fuel Container ... Filling Your Tank Fuels in Foreign Countries ...
Page 440 Headlamps Bulb Replacement ... Front Turn Signal. Sidemarker and Parking Lamps ... Halogen Bulbs Headphones ... Head-Up Display (HUD) ... Heated Seats ... Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads ... Hitches ... Hood Checking Things Under Release ... Horn ... How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank ...
Page 441 Inspection (cont.) Transfer Care (Power Transfer Unit) and Carrier Assembly-Differential (Rear Drive Module) All-Wheel Drive ... 6-14 Instrument Panel Cluster Overview ... Switchbank ... Instrument Panel Brightness ... Integrated Windshield Antenna ... Interior Lamps ... Interior Lamps Control ... Interior Lighting Delay ... Interior Lighting On ...
Page 442 Lock Feedback ... Locking, Delayed ....... . . Lockout Protection Locks Delayed Locking Door ...
Page 443 Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Throttle System Inspection Transfer Case (Power Transfer Unit) Carrier Assembly-Differential (Rear Drive Module) All-Wheel Drive Inspection ... Using Your ... Your Vehicle and the Environment ... 6-2 Maintenance When Trailer Towing Making Turns ... Malfunction Indicator Light ... Manual Lumbar Controls ...
Page 444 OnStap Services ... Onstar@ Virtual Advisor Operation ... Operation Tips Other Warning Devices ... Outlet Adjustment ... Outside Convex Mirror Power Mirrors ... Overhead Console ... Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ... 5-25 Owners, Canadian ... Owner’s Information ... Park Lamp Warning Message ... Park (P) Shifting Into ...
Page 445 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ... 1-17 Radiator Pressure Cap Radio Messages ... Radios Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ... 3-1 12 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ... 3-1 13 Care of Your CDs and DVDs DAB Radio Antenna System .
Page 446 Restraint System Check ... Checking Your Restraint Systems Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ... Restraint Systems Checking ... Replacing Parts ... Restraints, Head ... Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ... Retro-Active Reset ... Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ... 1-27 Roadside Assistance Program ...
Page 447 Service (cont.) Doing Your Own Work ... Engine Soon Light Publications Ordering Information ... Traction System Warning Message ... 3-41 Vehicle Soon Message Service Bulletins ... Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada ... 3-36 Service Manuals ...
Page 448 Tachometer ... Tailgate/Liftgate ... Taillamps Stoplamps. and Back-up Lamps TCS Warning Light ... Theft.Deterrent. Radio ... Theft-Deterrent Systems ... Content Theft-Deterrent ... PASS-Key@ Ill PASS-Key@ Ill Operation ... Throttle System Inspection ... Tilt Wheel ... Tips and Trouble ... Ti re Low Message ...
Page 449 Underbody Flushing Service ... Underhood Fuse Block ... Understanding Radio Reception ... Uniform Tire Quality Grading United States Unlock Feedback ... Used Replacement Wheels Using Cleaner on Fabric ... Using Song List Mode ... Vehicle Control ... Damage Warnings ... Design ...
Page 450 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance ..Replacement ... When to Add Engine Oil ... When to Change Engine Oil (GM Oil Life System) ... When to Check ... When to Check and Change ... When to Check Power Steering Fluid ...

Pontiac 2003 Aztek Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Features and Controls Section 2

Instrument Panel Section 3

4 Driving Your Vehicle

Service and Appearance Care Section 5

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