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Pontiac 2005 Grand Prix Owner's Manual

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2005 Pontiac Grand Prix Owner Manual

Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1

Front Seats

............................................... 1-2

Rear Seats

............................................... 1-8

Safety Belts

............................................. 1-10

Child Restraints

....................................... 1-29

Airbag System

......................................... 1-48

Restraint System Check

Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1

Keys

........................................................ 2-2

Doors and Locks

...................................... 2-10

Windows

................................................. 2-15

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

.................................................... 2-35

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OnStar

System

...................................... 2-36

Storage Areas

......................................... 2-38

Sunroof

.................................................. 2-41

Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

...................................... 3-26

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(s)

....................................... 3-92

............................ 1-57

............................ 2-17

........... 2-21

.......................... 3-4

........ 3-35

.................. 3-49

Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

................................................... 4-38

Service and Appearance Care .......................... 5-1

Service

..................................................... 5-3

Fuel

......................................................... 5-5

Checking Things Under the Hood

Headlamp Aiming

..................................... 5-48

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

...................................................... 5-58

Appearance Care

..................................... 5-94

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

.................................... 5-103

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Maintenance Schedule ..................................... 6-1

Maintenance Schedule

Customer Assistance and Information .............. 7-1

Customer Assistance and Information

Reporting Safety Defects

Index ................................................................ 1

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............... 5-10

.................................... 5-50

......... 5-57

............................... 5-102

................... 5-108

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Page 1 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ... 1-1 Front Seats ... 1-2 Rear Seats ... 1-8 Safety Belts ... 1-10 Child Restraints ... 1-29 Airbag System ... 1-48 Restraint System Check ... 1-57 Features and Controls ... 2-1 Keys ...
Page 2: How To Use This Manual
GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, PONTIAC, the PONTIAC Emblem, and the name GRAND PRIX 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 notice.
Page 3: Safety Warnings And Symbols
Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. CAUTION: These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.
Page 4: Vehicle Damage Warnings
Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this manual you will ﬁnd these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice tells about something that can damage the vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty, and it could be costly.
Page 5 These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:...
Page 6 NOTES...
Page 7: Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Front Seats ...1-2 Manual Seats ...1-2 Power Seat ...1-3 Power Lumbar ...1-3 Heated Seats ...1-4 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-4 Head Restraints ...1-6 Passenger Folding Seatback ...1-6 Rear Seats ...1-8 Split Folding Rear Seat ...1-8 Safety Belts ...1-10 Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone ...1-10 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ...1-15 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...1-16 Driver Position ...1-16...
Page 8: Front Seats
Front Seats Manual Seats CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to.
Page 9: Power Lumbar
Power Seat If the vehicle has this feature, the control is located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat. To adjust the seat do the following: • Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control toward the front or rear of the vehicle. •...
Page 10: Reclining Seatbacks
Heated Seats If the vehicle has this feature, the buttons to activate the heat on each front seat cushion are located on the climate control panel. The button for the driver’s seat is located on the bottom left side of the climate control panel. The button for the passenger’s seat is on the bottom right of the climate control panel.
Page 11 But do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicle is moving. CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can not do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt can not do its job because it will not be against your body.
Page 12: Passenger Folding Seatback
Head Restraints Push the release button, located under the head restraint to slide it up or down. Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of the occupant’s head in each front seat. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash.
Page 13 CAUTION: Things you put on this seatback can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Remove or secure all items before driving. If the vehicle has this feature, the front passenger seat can be folded ﬂat for more cargo space. Used with the split folding rear seat, additional cargo space is gained.
Page 14: Split Folding Rear Seat
Rear Seats Split Folding Rear Seat Both sides of the rear seatback can be folded down in the vehicle. Make sure the front seat is not reclined. If it is, the rear seatback may not fold down all the way. To lower the rear seatback, follow these steps: 1.
Page 15 CAUTION: A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After raising the rear seatback, always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached, and are not twisted.
Page 16: Safety Belts: They Are For Everyone
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. CAUTION: Do not let anyone ride where he or she can not wear a safety belt properly.
Page 17: Why Safety Belts Work
You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person would not survive.
Page 18 Put someone on it. 1-12 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop.
Page 19 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel... In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-13...
Page 20 or the safety belts! 1-14 With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense.
Page 21: Questions And Answers About Safety Belts
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Will I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I am wearing a safety belt? You could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you are upside down.
Page 22: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see Older Children on page 1-29 or Infants and Young Children on page 1-32.
Page 23 5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. 6. This safety belt has a feature that will reduce the tension of the safety belt on the occupant’s shoulder.
Page 24 What is wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way. 1-18 CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury.
Page 25 What is wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
Page 26 What is wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-20 CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 27 What is wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to ﬁx it.
Page 28: Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment
To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The tension reducer will release and the belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
Page 29: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy.
Page 30: Lap-Shoulder Belt
Lap-Shoulder Belt All rear seat positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here is how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly.
Page 31 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 would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 32: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children And Small Adults
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head.
Page 33 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies ﬂat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.
Page 34: Safety Belt Pretensioners
4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-23. 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 35: Child Restraints
Child Restraints Older Children 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 36 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can not 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. 1-30 What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt...
Page 37 CAUTION: Never do this. 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.
Page 38: Infants And Young Children
Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Page 39 CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them.
Page 40 For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards.
Page 41: Child Restraint Systems
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 42 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. 1-36 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 43 How do child restraints work? A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner.
Page 44: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We, therefore, recommend 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 45 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 an anchor point speciﬁed in Top Strap Anchor Location on page 1-40.
Page 46: Top Strap Anchor Location
Top Strap Anchor Location The vehicle has top strap anchors already installed for the rear seating positions. They are located on the ﬁller panel above the rear seats. Open the covers to access the anchors. 1-40 Do not secure a child restraint with a top strap in the right front passenger’s position if a national or local law requires that the top strap be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that...
Page 47 A. Lower Anchorage B. Lower Anchorage C. Top Tether A. Lower Anchorage B. Lower Anchorage In order to use the LATCH system in the vehicle, you need a child restraint designed for that system. 1-41...
Page 48: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system has a label on the seatback at each lower anchor position. The labels are located near the base of all three rear seating positions.
Page 49: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-40. See Top Strap on page 1-38 if the child restraint has one. If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position.
Page 50 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-44 5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor.
Page 51: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-40. See Top Strap on page 1-38 if your child restraint has one. There is no top strap anchor in the right front passenger’s position.
Page 52 You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. 1.
Page 53 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor.
Page 54: Airbag System
Airbag System Your vehicle has a frontal airbag for the driver and another frontal airbag for the right front passenger. Your vehicle may also have roof mounted side impact airbags. Roof mounted side impact airbags are available for the driver and the passenger seated directly behind the driver and for the right front passenger and the passenger seated directly behind that passenger.
Page 55 CAUTION: (Continued) side of your vehicle. They are not designed to inﬂate in frontal, in rollover or in rear crashes. Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly — whether or not there is an airbag for that person. CAUTION: Both frontal and side impact airbags inﬂate with great force, faster than the blink of an...
Page 56: Where Are The Airbags
There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-38 for more information.
Page 57 The right front passenger’s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The side impact airbag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver is in the ceiling above the side windows. 1-51...
Page 58 The side impact airbag for the right front passenger and the person seated directly behind that passenger is in the ceiling above the side windows. 1-52 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the bag might not inﬂate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death.
Page 59: When Should An Airbag Inﬂate
When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. But they are designed to inﬂate only if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold. Deployment thresholds take into account a variety of desired deployment and non-deployment events and are used to predict how severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inﬂate and help...
Page 60: What Makes An Airbag Inﬂate
In any particular crash, no one can say whether an airbag should have inﬂated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. For frontal airbags, inﬂation is determined by the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal or near-frontal impacts.
Page 61: What Will You See After An Airbag Inﬂates
What Will You See After an Airbag Inﬂates? After an airbag inﬂates, it quickly deﬂates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the airbag inﬂated. Some components of the airbag module — the steering wheel hub for the driver’s airbag, the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s bag or the ceiling of your vehicle near the side windows —...
Page 62: Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
• Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash. See Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders on page 7-10. • Let only qualiﬁed technicians work on your airbag system. Improper service can mean that your airbag system will not work properly.
Page 63: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
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 64 If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash, you may need new LATCH system parts. If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system, safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision.
Page 65: Table Of Contents
Section 2 Keys ...2-2 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-5 Doors and Locks ...2-10 Door Locks ...2-10 Power Door Locks ...2-11 Delayed Locking ...2-11 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-12 Lockout Protection ...2-12 Trunk ...2-13 Windows ...2-15 Power Windows ...2-16 Sun Visors ...2-16 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-17...
Page 66: Keys
Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed.
Page 67 See PASS-Key page 2-18 for more information on programming a new key. In an emergency, contact Pontiac Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-6 for more information. Notice: If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle, you may have to damage the vehicle to get in.
Page 68: Remote Keyless Entry System
Remote Keyless Entry System Your 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 69: Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation The vehicle’s doors can be locked and unlocked, the trunk can be unlatched from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 60 feet (18 m) away with the remote keyless entry transmitter. There are other conditions which may affect the performance of the transmitter, see Remote Keyless Entry System on page 2-4 for more information.
Page 70: Matching Transmitter(S) To Your Vehicle
" (Unlock): Press the unlock button one time to unlock the driver’s door. Press the unlock button again within ﬁve seconds to unlock the other doors. The interior lights will come on and stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on.
Page 71: Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in the remote keyless entry transmitter should last about four years. If the battery is weak the transmitter will not work within its normal range. It is probably time to change the battery if you have to be very close to the vehicle before the transmitter works.
Page 72: Remote Vehicle Start
Remote Vehicle Start Your vehicle may have a remote starting feature. This feature allows you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle. It also starts up the vehicle’s heating or air conditioning systems and rear window defogger. When the remote start system is active and the vehicle has an automatic climate control system, it will automatically regulate the inside temperature.
Page 73 If the vehicle is left running it will automatically shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension has been done. To manually shut off a remote start, do any of the following: • Aim the remote keyless entry transmitter at the vehicle and press the remote start button until the parking lamps turn off.
Page 74: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers — especially children — can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked.
Page 75: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks To lock or unlock all doors from inside the vehicle, use the power door lock switch located on either front door. Driver’s Side Move the switch on the driver’s door to the right to lock or to the left to unlock the doors. Move the switch on the passenger’s door to the left to lock or to the right to unlock the doors.
Page 76: Programmable Automatic Door Locks
Programmable Automatic Door Locks The vehicle’s doors are programmed from the factory to lock when the shift lever is moved out of PARK (P), except in REVERSE (R), and to unlock while the shift lever is moved into PARK (P). If someone needs to get in or out of the vehicle after the doors have been locked, place the shift lever into PARK (P).
Page 77: Trunk Lock
Trunk CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You cannot see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid:...
Page 78: Emergency Trunk Release Handle
Remote Trunk Release This feature is used to unlock the trunk from inside the vehicle using the power door lock switch. Press and hold the driver’s side power door lock switch to the left, or the passenger’s side power door lock switch to the right to unlock the trunk.
Page 79: Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 80: Power Windows
Power Windows Use the switches on the driver’s door armrest to operate each of the windows. Push the switch rearward or forward to open or close the window. The top switches operate the front windows, and the bottom switches operate the rear windows. Each passenger door also has a switch that operates that window.
Page 81: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Visor Vanity Mirror Raise the cover on the top of the sun visor to expose the vanity mirror. If the vehicle has lighted vanity mirrors, the lamps come on when the cover is opened. Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although the vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, nothing that is put on the vehicle can make it impossible to steal.
Page 82: Disarming With Your Key
When the doors are locked using the power door lock switch of either front door, the red light, on top of the instrument panel will start ﬂashing to indicate the system is arming. After all the doors are closed there will be a time delay and then the red light will begin to ﬂash at a very slow rate indicating the sytem is armed.
Page 83: Theft-Deterrent Systems
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 84 See your dealer who can service the ® PASS-Key III to have a new key made. In an emergency, contact Pontiac Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-6 for more information. ® It is possible for the PASS-Key III decoder to accept the transponder value of a new or replacement key.
Page 85: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
5. The SECURITY DISABLED DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM warning message on the DIC will turn off, once the key has been programmed. It may not be apparent that the SECURITY DISABLED DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM warning message went on due to how quickly the key is programmed.
Page 86: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions The ignition switch is located on the instrument panel, to the right of the steering column. There are four different positions. Insert the key in the ignition and turn it to the right for each position. (OFF): This position locks the ignition, steering wheel and transaxle.
Page 87: Starting Your Engine
Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). The engine will not start in any other position — that is a safety feature. To restart when you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Notice: Shifting into PARK (P) with the vehicle moving could damage the transaxle.
Page 88: To Use The Engine Coolant Heater
Engine Coolant Heater The vehicle may be equipped with an engine coolant heater. In very cold weather, 0°F ( 18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. The vehicle will start easier and get better fuel economy during engine warm-up.
Page 89: Automatic Transaxle Operation
Automatic Transaxle Operation The shift lever for the automatic transaxle is located on the console between the seats. Maximum engine speed is limited when the vehicle is in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) to protect driveline components from improper operation. There are several different positions for the shift lever.
Page 90 If the vehicle cannot be shifted out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK (P) while keeping the brake pedal pushed down. Release the shift lever button. Then move the shift lever out of PARK (P), being sure to press the shift lever button.
Page 91 The vehicle will shift down to the next gear and have more power. Notice: If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly or not shift gears when you go faster, and you continue to drive your vehicle that way, you could damage the transaxle.
Page 92: Performance Shifting With Tap-Shift
Performance Shifting with TAP-Shift™ If the vehicle is equipped with the 3800 V6 Supercharged engine, it may have a console gearshift with a MANUAL (M) position. The other gearshift positions available are PARK (P), REVERSE (R), NEUTRAL (N) and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D), and operate as explained earlier in this section.
Page 93 The up-shift indicator light on the instrument panel cluster, or the up-shift symbol on the Head-Up Display (HUD), if equipped, is given as a prompt to use the TAP-Shift ™ paddle. The up-shift indicator light will only appear in the instrument panel cluster if the HUD is off or if the vehicle does not have HUD.
Page 94: Parking Brake
Parking Brake The parking brake is located to the left of the brake pedal near the driver’s door. To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with the right foot. Push down on the parking brake pedal, with the left foot.
Page 95: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into Park (P) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 96: Torque Lock
Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not 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 97: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell.
Page 98: Running Your Engine While You Are Parked
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle.
Page 99: Mirrors
Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror Use the control located at the bottom to change the mirror from the day to the night position. To reduce the glare of headlamps from behind, turn the control counterclockwise. To return the mirror back to the day position, turn the control clockwise.
Page 100: Outside Convex Mirror
Outside Convex Mirror CAUTION: A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.
Page 101: Onstar ® Virtual Advisor
Safe and Sound Plan • Automatic Notiﬁcation of Airbag Deployment • Emergency Services • Roadside Assistance • Stolen Vehicle Tracking • AccidentAssist • Remote Door Unlock/Vehicle Alert • Remote Diagnostics • Online Concierge Directions and Connections Plan • All Safe and Sound Plan Services •...
Page 102: Storage Areas
Storage Areas Glove Box Open the glove box by lifting up on the lever. Close the glove box with a ﬁrm push. Cupholder(s) There are two cupholders in the front of the center console. 2-38 Cupholder Installation Your vehicle may also have a rear cupholder that you can install using the following process: Align the rear cupholder to the console and snap into place.
Page 103: Overhead Console
Cupholder Removal You can remove the cupholder by unsnapping the rear cupholder from the console. Overhead Console The overhead console has two reading lamps. Press the sides of each lens to turn the reading lamps on or off. If the vehicle does not have an overhead console, it will have a dome light located in the front of the headliner.
Page 104: Front Seat Storage Net
Front Seat Storage Net If the vehicle has a fold-ﬂat front passenger seat, a storage net is attached to the seatback. It cannot be removed from the seat. Center Console Storage Area To open the armrest storage area, pull up on the latch located on the front drivers side of the storage area.
Page 105: Sunroof
The net is not for larger, heavier loads. Store those in the trunk as far forward as possible. Unhook the net so that it will lie ﬂat when not in use. Sunroof Uplevel Version Shown If the vehicle has a sunroof, it includes a sliding glass panel and a sunshade.
Page 106 NOTES 2-42...
Page 107: Instrument Panel
Section 3 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-5 Other Warning Devices ...3-6 Horn ...3-6 Tilt Wheel ...3-6 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...3-7 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ...3-8 Flash-to-Pass ...3-8 Windshield Wiper Lever ...3-9 Cruise Control ...3-10 Exterior Lamps ...3-14 Headlamps on Reminder ...3-15 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ...3-15 Fog Lamps ...3-16...
Page 108 Section 3 Oil Pressure Light ...3-47 Fog Lamp Light ...3-47 Cruise Control Light ...3-48 Highbeam On Light ...3-48 Fuel Gage ...3-48 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-49 DIC Controls and Displays (Base Level DIC) ...3-49 DIC Controls and Displays (Uplevel DIC with Trip Computer) ...3-57 DIC Warnings and Messages ...3-69 Audio System(s) ...3-92 Setting the Time ...3-93...
Page 109 NOTES...
Page 110: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 111: Hazard Warning Flashers
The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Side Window Defogger Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-33. B. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-33. C. Exterior Lamps Control. See Exterior Lamps on page 3-14. D.
Page 112: Other Warning Devices
Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps ﬂash on and off. Press the button again to turn the ﬂashers off. When the hazard warning ﬂashers are on, your turn signals will not work. Other Warning Devices If you carry reﬂective triangles, you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle.
Page 113: Turn And Lane-Change Signals
Turn and Lane-Change Signals To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. The lever returns automatically when the turn is complete. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will ﬂash in the direction of the turn or lane change.
Page 114: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Push forward on the exterior lamps control lever to change the headlamps from low to high-beam. Pull the lever back and then release it to change from high to low-beam. This symbol appears on the instrument panel cluster when the high-beam lamps are on.
Page 115: Windshield Wiper Lever
Windshield Wiper Lever (Windshield Wipers): The lever with this symbol, located on the right side of the steering column, operates the windshield wipers. (Off): Lower the lever to its original position to turn the wipers off. & (Delay): Push the lever up once to this position to set a delay between wiping cycles.
Page 116: Cruise Control
About 30 seconds after the wipers are on, the headlamps, taillamps, and instrument panel lighting will come on, and the Driver Information Center (DIC) back lighting will decrease to the night time mode. About ten seconds after the wipers are turned off, all the lamps will go back to the AUTO (Automatic) mode.
Page 117 The cruise control lever is located below the windshield wiper control on the right side of the steering wheel. ON/OFF : Press the button on the end of the lever to turn the cruise control on. Press it again to turn cruise control off.
Page 118: Setting Cruise Control
Setting Cruise Control CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control.
Page 119: Resuming A Set Speed
Resuming a Set Speed If the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then the brakes are applied, the cruise control shuts off. But the cruise control does not need to be reset. Once the vehicle is traveling approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, the cruise control lever can be pushed upward toward the plus (resume/accelerate) position to return to the preset cruise speed.
Page 120: Exterior Lamps
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle’s speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, the vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed set earlier. Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control will work on hills depends upon the vehicle’s speed, its load, and the steepness of the hills.
Page 121: Headlamps On Reminder
AUTO (Automatic): Turn the outside band to this position to set the headlamps so that they will automatically come on when it is dark outside. The headlamps, taillamps, and instrument panel lighting will also come on when the windshield wipers are activated.
Page 122: Light Sensor
When the exterior lamp control is in AUTO and it is dark enough outside, the DRL will turn off and the low-beam headlamps at full brightness will turn on. When it is bright enough outside, the front turn signal lamps will go off, and the DRL will turn back on.
Page 123: Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
This symbol appears on the instrument panel cluster when the fog lamps are on. To turn the fog lamps off, turn the band up to the fog lamp symbol and release it. The band will return to its original position. If the high-beam headlamps are on, the fog lamps will turn off.
Page 124: Courtesy Lamps
Courtesy Lamps When a door is opened, the courtesy lamps will automatically come on. These lamps will also come on when the interior lamps control is fully turned clockwise. Entry Lighting The entry lighting feature turns the interior lights on before anyone enters the vehicle.
Page 125: Delayed Exit Lighting
Delayed Exit Lighting For exiting the vehicle at night, the vehicle is equipped with the delayed exit lighting feature. The interior lamps will light for up to 25 seconds when the key is removed from the ignition. After 25 seconds have elapsed, the interior lamps will slowly fade.
Page 126: Battery Run-Down Protection
Battery Run-Down Protection The vehicle has a feature to help prevent the battery from draining in case the interior, trunk, or underhood lamps are accidentally left on. If any of these lamps are left on while the ignition is in OFF, they will automatically turn off after 10 minutes.
Page 127 The HUD information can be displayed in one of three languages, English, French, or Spanish. The speedometer reading and other numerical values can be displayed in either English or metric units. The language selection and the units of measurement are changed through the trip computer in the Driver Information Center (DIC).
Page 128 When the HUD is on, the speedometer reading will continually be displayed. The current radio station or CD track number will only be displayed for six seconds after the radio or CD track status changes. This will happen whenever one of the radio controls is pressed. The speedometer size will be reduced when radio, CD information, warnings, or turn-by-turn navigation information are displayed on the HUD.
Page 129: Care Of The Hud
• Format Three: This display includes all the information in Format One, but turns the instrument cluster lighting off. Format Three will also show the turn-by turn navigation information. It will display the next turn, direction, street name, and distance to the selected destination.
Page 130: If The Hud Image Is Not Clear
If You Cannot See the HUD Image When the Ignition Is On • Is anything covering the HUD lens? • Is the HUD dimmer setting bright enough? • Is the HUD image adjusted to the proper height? • Are you wearing polarized sunglasses? •...
Page 131: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. See your dealer for additional information on accessory power outlets. Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working as they should.
Page 132: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Climate Control System The climate control system allows manual control of the heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle. (Fan): Turn the knob by this symbol, located on the left side of the climate control panel, clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed.
Page 133: Defogging And Defrosting
Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of the vehicle is a result of high humidity causing moisture to condense on the cool window glass. This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly. There are two modes to clear frost or fog from the windshield.
Page 134: Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning (Air Conditioner): Press this button on the climate control panel to turn the air conditioning compressor on or off. An indicator light to the right of the button will come on to show that the air conditioning is on. This button has no control over the air conditioning compressor when in the other modes.
Page 135: Rear Window Defogger
Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window. Be sure to clear as much snow from the rear window as possible. Notice: Using a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window may damage the rear window defogger.
Page 136: Manual Operation
2. Press the PASS. button to turn the passenger climate control system on and off. When the passenger system is off, the driver’s temperature setting is also used for the passenger and the passenger display is off. In cold weather, the system will start at reduced fan speeds to avoid blowing cold air into your vehicle until warmer air is available.
Page 137 Air Flow: This control has several settings to control the direction of airﬂow. To change the current mode, select one of the following: AUTO: This mode is automatically set depending on the temperature in the vehicle and solar sensor information. (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets.
Page 138: Rear Window Defogger
Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass. This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly. There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield.
Page 139: Outlet Adjustment
Outlet Adjustment Rotate and turn the air outlets, located in the middle and at each outboard side of the instrument panel, to adjust the direction of the airﬂow. Operation Tips • Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the ﬂow of air into the vehicle.
Page 140 6. Remove the two air inlet grille retainers using a ﬂat tool to ﬁrst pry up on the center post and then the remainder of the fastener can be pulled out. 7. Remove the air inlet grille by sliding it down to disengage the two tabs that hold it to the bottom of the windshield glass.
Page 141: Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on the vehicle. The pictures help to 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 142: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster The instrument panel cluster is designed to show at a glance how the vehicle is running. It will show how fast the vehicle is going, about how much fuel is in the fuel tank, and many other things needed to drive the vehicle safely and economically.
Page 143: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer The speedometer shows the vehicle’s speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). The odometer, located on the Driver Information Center (DIC) display, shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either miles or kilometers. See DIC Controls and Displays (Base Level DIC) on page 3-49 or DIC Controls and Displays (Uplevel DIC with Trip Computer) on page 3-57 for more information.
Page 144: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will come on for several seconds to remind occupants to fasten their safety belts. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds, then it will ﬂash for several more.
Page 145: Up-Shift Light
CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the airbag system may not be working properly. The airbags in your vehicle may not inﬂate in a crash, or they could even inﬂate without a crash. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle serviced right away if the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle.
Page 146: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light The vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part is not working, the other part can still work and stop the vehicle. For good braking, though, both parts should be working well. United States This light should come on brieﬂy when the ignition key is turned to RUN.
Page 147: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
CAUTION: Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still on after you have pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service.
Page 148: Traction Control System (Tcs) Warning Light
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light If the vehicle has a 3800 supercharged V6 engine and the Traction Control System (TCS), one of these lights may come on for the following reasons: • The Traction Control button, located on the center console, is pressed, turning the system off.
Page 149: Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
If the light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on, the vehicle needs service. Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light indicates that the engine coolant has overheated or the radiator cooling fan is not working.
Page 150: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition, and emission control systems. This system is called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment.
Page 151: If The Light Is On Steady
This light should come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light does not come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways: •...
Page 152: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misﬁring, hesitation on acceleration, or stumbling on acceleration.
Page 153: Oil Pressure Light
Oil Pressure Light If there is a problem with the vehicle’s oil pressure, this light may stay on when the engine is started, or it may come on while the vehicle is being driven. This indicates that oil is not going through the engine quickly enough to keep it lubricated.
Page 154: Cruise Control Light
Cruise Control Light This light, if equipped, comes on whenever you set your cruise control. The light will go out when the cruise control is turned off. See Cruise Control on page 3-10 for more information. Highbeam On Light This light comes on whenever the high-beam headlamps are on.
Page 155: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Driver Information Center (DIC) The Driver Information Center (DIC) gives important safety and maintenance facts. When the vehicle’s ignition is turned on, all of the DIC lights illuminate for a few seconds and an introductory message will appear. After this, the DIC will begin working. DIC Controls and Displays (Base Level DIC) The Driver Information Center (DIC) control buttons and...
Page 156 Press the trip odometer button to advance to the next menu. Trip Distances: This menu shows the distances that the vehicle has driven between speciﬁc points. The trip odometer will record the number of miles up to 9,999.9 miles or 9 999.9 km travelled for up to two trips.
Page 157 Options (Options): Press this button to access the Date, Language, Display Units, Daytime Display Enhancements, Engine Oil Monitor System, Tire Inﬂation Monitor System, and Personal Programming modes. Date: This menu sets the date. The time is set through the radio. See Setting the Time on page 3-93 for more information.
Page 158 Display Units: This menu allows selection of measurements to be displayed in English or metric units. The messages on the HUD, if equipped, and the instrument panel cluster will also appear with the type of measurement selected. To set the measurement when Display Units is shown, use the following procedure: 1.
Page 159 If the Check Tire Pressure message did not appear and the set/reset button is pressed, the system will reset, but no acknowledgement message will appear on the screen. 2. Press the options button again to advance to the next screen. Select the set/reset button to return to the main (date) screen.
Page 160 INTERIOR LIGHTS WHEN KEY REMOVED: This screen allows this feature to be turned OFF or ON. This feature enables the interior lamps in the vehicle to turn on for about 25 seconds after the key is removed from the ignition. If OFF is selected, removing the key from the ignition will not cause the interior lamps to turn on.
Page 161 If KEY-OUT is selected, the auto door unlock will function when the key is taken out of the ignition. If PARK is selected, the auto door unlock will function when the transaxle is shifted into PARK (P). To program this mode, use the following procedure: 1.
Page 162 THEFT DETERRENT: The vehicle may have a content theft-deterrent system. Once it is turned on, the system will activate if someone tries to enter the vehicle without using the remote keyless entry transmitter or the correct key. It will also activate when an incorrect key is used in the ignition.
Page 163: Dic Controls And Displays (Uplevel Dic With Trip Computer)
REMOTE START: If your vehicle has the remote start feature, this screen allows this feature to be turned OFF or ON. The remote start feature allows you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle using your remote keyless entry transmitter. See “Remote Vehicle Start”...
Page 164 The compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to manually set the compass. However, under certain circumstances, such as during a long distance cross-country trip, it will be necessary to compensate for compass variance and reset the zone through the DIC.
Page 165: Trip Odometer
ENGINE HOURS: This screen shows the number of cumulative hours the engine has operated while the key was in the RUN position. This screen cannot be reset. Press the gages button to scroll to the next screen. ENGINE BOOST: If the vehicle has the supercharged engine, this screen will appear.
Page 166 The trip odometer has a feature called the retro-active reset. This 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 the trip odometer is not reset at the beginning of the trip.
Page 167 The time is set through the radio. See Setting the Time on page 3-93 for more information. To set the date, use the following procedure: 1. Press the options button until the date is displayed on the DIC. 2. Press the set/reset button to access the RESET YEAR screen.
Page 168 DAYTIME DISPLAY ENHANCEMENTS: This menu allows selection of the color of the display message. When ON is selected for the daytime enhancement, the messages will appear black on a red screen. This combination makes it easier to see the DIC messages during the daytime.
Page 169 Setting the Compass The compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to manually set the compass. However, under certain circumstances, such as during a long distance cross-country trip, it will be necessary to compensate for compass variance and reset the zone through the DIC.
Page 170 Personal Programming Mode Screens PERSONAL PROGRAMMING MODE: This menu allows you to customize several features on your vehicle. These adjustments can only be made while the vehicle is in PARK (P). Press the set/reset button to display the ﬁrst screen. Press the options button to access these modes: EXTERIOR LIGHTING DELAY: This screen allows this feature to be turned off, or allows the selection of the...
Page 171 To program this mode, use the following procedure: 1. Press and release the set/reset button to scroll to either OFF or ON. 2. Press the options button again to advance to the next screen. AUTO DOOR LOCK: This screen allows this feature to be turned OFF or ON.
Page 172 DELAYED LOCKING: This screen allows this feature to be turned OFF or ON. The key must be out of the ignition for this feature to work. If OFF is selected, there will be no delayed locking of the vehicle’s doors. If ON is selected, the locking of the vehicle’s doors will be delayed by ﬁve seconds after a power door lock switch is pressed while the door is open, or the LOCK...
Page 173 If ON is selected, the content theft-deterrent system will be activated. To program this mode, use the following procedure: 1. Press the set/reset button to scroll to OFF or ON. 2. Press the options button again to advance to the next screen. KEY CYLINDER DISARM: This screen allows this feature to be turned OFF or ON.
Page 174 To program this mode, use the following procedure: 1. Press the set/reset button to scroll to OFF or ON. 2. Press the options button again to advance to the next screen. PROGRAMMING FINISHED will appear on the next screen. This conﬁrms that the personal options programming is complete.
Page 175: Dic Warnings And Messages
DIC Warnings and Messages These messages will appear if there is a problem in one of the vehicle’s systems. They will override any other mode or screen the DIC may be in. Some messages can be cleared from the Driver Information Center (DIC) screen.
Page 176: Battery Saver Active
AJAR This symbol appears with the AJAR warning message. This warning message comes on when a door, the trunk, or the hood of the vehicle is not properly closed. The graphic will highlight the hood or trunk if either one is not closed properly. The graphic will indicate a highlighted, open door to show which door or doors are not properly closed.
Page 177 This warning message indicates that service is required for the vehicle. See your GM dealer. See Engine Oil on page 5-14 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. The CHANGE OIL SOON message is reset by acknowledging the message. The ENGINE OIL MONITOR SYSTEM screen under the options menu on the DIC must also be reset.
Page 178: Check Tire Pressure
CHECK GAS CAP This warning message comes on when the gas cap is not on, or is not fully tightened. Check the gas cap to ensure it is on and properly tightened. This message will display while the ignition is in RUN. A chime will sound for two seconds when this message is displayed and then the message continues to display.
Page 179: Cruise Set
This message will display while the ignition is in RUN. A chime will sound for two seconds when this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen. This message will continue to display for three seconds if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off.
Page 180: Delayed Locking
DELAYED LOCKING This message comes on when the doors of the vehicle are closed and the delayed locking feature has been programmed through the DIC. See “Delayed Locking” in the options menu under DIC Controls and Displays (Base Level DIC) on page 3-49 or DIC Controls and Displays (Uplevel DIC with Trip Computer) on page 3-57 for more information.
Page 181: Hot Engine Oil. Reduce Speed
This symbol comes on with the HOT COOLANT warning message. This warning message will appear while the engine coolant temperature is too hot. The hot coolant temperature warning light will also appear on the instrument panel cluster. Also, the engine coolant temperature gage will read in the red or “hot”...
Page 182 HOT TRANS FLUID This symbol comes on with the HOT TRANS FLUID warning message. This warning message will appear when the transaxle ﬂuid in the vehicle is too hot. Stop the vehicle and allow it to idle until it cools down. If the warning message continues to display, have the vehicle serviced by your GM dealer as soon as possible.
Page 183: Key In Ignition
This message will continue to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It will also re-display for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off. The message will re-appear when the engine is turned on and the condition still exists.
Page 184: Low Brake Fluid
LOW BRAKE FLUID This symbol comes on with the LOW BRAKE FLUID warning message. This warning message will appear when the brake ﬂuid level is low. Fill the brake master cylinder to the proper level. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the brake master cylinder reservoir.
Page 185: Low Oil Level
LOW OIL LEVEL This symbol comes on with the LOW OIL LEVEL warning message. This warning message appears when the vehicle’s engine oil is low. Fill the oil to the proper level as soon as possible. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for engine oil ﬁll location.
Page 186: Low Washer Fluid
Stop the vehicle immediately, as engine damage can result from driving a vehicle with low oil pressure. Have the vehicle serviced by your GM dealer as soon as possible when this warning message is displayed. This message will display only while the ignition is in RUN.
Page 187: Reading Lamp On
PARKING BRAKE ON This symbol comes on with the PARKING BRAKE ON warning message. This warning message appears to alert the driver when the vehicle’s parking brake is on, the ignition is in RUN, and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h).
Page 188: Reduced Engine Power
REDUCED ENGINE POWER This symbol comes on with the REDUCED ENGINE POWER warning message. This warning message appears when the vehicle’s engine power is reduced. This happens when driving conditions, such as climbing a steep hill, make the transaxle overwork in a gear that may cause damage to the vehicle’s engine or transaxle.
Page 189: Right Rear Turn Lamp Out
RIGHT FRONT TURN LAMP OUT This warning message will come on when the vehicle’s right front turn signal needs to be replaced. See Front Turn Signal, Parking and Fog Lamps on page 5-53 for bulb replacement procedures. This message will display only while the ignition is in RUN.
Page 190: Service Abs System
SERVICE ABS SYSTEM This symbol comes on with the SERVICE ABS SYSTEM warning message. If the vehicle has the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), this warning message will appear when the vehicle’s brakes are not functioning properly. Have the brake system serviced by your GM dealer as soon as possible. This message will display only while the ignition is in RUN.
Page 191: Service Park Lamps
SERVICE BRAKE APPLY SENSOR This message will come on when the brake apply sensor is not functioning properly. The vehicle still has brakes when this warning message displays, but you should have the vehicle serviced by your GM dealer as soon as possible.
Page 192: Service Theft System
SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM This symbol comes on with the SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM warning message. ® If the vehicle has the StabiliTrak warning message will appear when it is not functioning properly. A warning light will also appear on the instrument panel cluster. See Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light on page 3-42 or Enhanced Traction System Warning Light on page 3-42.
Page 193: Service Traction System
This message will continue to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It will also re-display for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off. If the condition still exists, the message will re-appear when the engine is turned on.
Page 194: Service Variable Effort Steering
SERVICE VARIABLE EFFORT STEERING This symbol comes on with the SERVICE VARIABLE EFFORT STEERING warning message. If the vehicle has the variable effort steering system, this warning message will display if this system is not functioning properly. See Steering on page 4-13 for more information.
Page 195: Stability Control Active
STABILITY CONTROL ACTIVE This symbol comes on with the STABILITY CONTROL ACTIVE warning message. ® If the vehicle has the StabiliTrak warning message appears when the system is engaged and actively assisting the driver with directional control of the vehicle. Slippery road conditions may exist when this warning message is displayed, so driving should be adjusted accordingly.
Page 196: Disabled Due To Electronic Throttle Control
STARTING DISABLED DUE TO ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL This warning message comes on when there is a malfunction with the electronic throttle control which prevents the vehicle from starting. Have the vehicle serviced by your GM dealer. This message will only appear while the ignition is in RUN, and will not disappear until the problem is resolved.
Page 197: Traction Control Active
TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVE This symbol comes on with the TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVE message. If the vehicle has the traction control system, this message will appear when the system is on. TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVE will also appear in the Head-Up Display (HUD), if equipped. This message only displays while the ignition is in RUN and will not disappear until driving conditions change and the traction control is no longer active.
Page 198: Audio System(S)
Any of the following conditions may cause the traction control system to turn off: • The traction control system is turned off by pressing the TC (traction control) button located on the center console. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-9 or Enhanced Traction System (ETS) on page 4-10 for more information.
Page 199: Setting The Time
Setting the Time The radio may have a button marked with an H or HR to represent hours and an M or MIN to represent minutes. Press and hold the hour button until the correct hour appears on the display. AM will appear for morning hours.
Page 200: Playing The Radio
With RDS, the radio can do the following: • Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming • Receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies • Display messages from radio stations • Seek to stations with traffic announcements This system relies upon receiving speciﬁc information from these stations and will only work when the information is available.
Page 201: Finding A Station
Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select MIN, MED, or MAX. Each higher setting will allow for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds. Then, as you drive, SCV automatically increases the volume, as necessary, to overcome noise at any speed.
Page 202: Setting Preset Stations
Setting Preset Stations Up to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM, six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped)), can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons, by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press BAND to select FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2.
Page 203: Rds And Xm
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) BAL (Balance): To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, press and release this button until BAL appears on the display. The SELECT LED indicator will light to show that the speakers can be adjusted.
Page 204: Rds Messages
If both PTY and TRAF are on, the radio will scan for stations with the selected PTY and traffic announcements. BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type. To turn alternate frequency on, press and hold BAND for two seconds.
Page 205: Radio Messages
If the entire message is not displayed, parts of the message will appear every three seconds. To scroll through the message, press and release the INFO button. A new group of words will appear on the display after every press of the button. Once the complete message has been displayed, INFO will disappear from the display until another new message is received.
Page 206: Xm Radio Messages
Radio Display Message XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, Channels) after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language. Updating Updating encryption code No Signal Loss of signal Loading XM Acquiring channel audio (after 4 second delay) CH Off Air Channel not in service CH Unavail Channel no longer...
Page 207 Radio Display Message No Info Category Name not available No Info No Text/Informational message available Not Found No channel available for the chosen category XM Locked Theft lock active Radio ID Radio ID label (channel 0) Unknown Radio ID not known (should only be if hardware failure) Chk XMRcvr...
Page 208: Playing A Cd
Playing a CD Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in and the CD should begin playing. If you want to insert a CD when the ignition is off, ﬁrst press the eject button or push the RCL knob. If you insert a CD with the radio off and the ignition on, it will start to play.
Page 209 SCAN : Press and hold either arrow for more than two seconds until SCAN and the track number appear on the display and you hear a beep. The CD will go to the next track, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next track.
Page 210: Radio With Cd (Mp)
Radio with CD (MP3) Base Radio Shown — Monsoon Similar If your vehicle has the Monsoon audio system, included are eight speakers and an eight channel ampliﬁer. The radio will display MONSOON when the radio or the ignition is turned on. See your GM dealer for details. Radio Data System (RDS) The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS).
Page 211 XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States. XM™ offers 100 coast to coast channels including music, news, sports, talk, and children’s programming. XM™ provides digital quality audio and text information that includes song title and artist name.
Page 212 SCAN : Press and hold either SCAN arrow for two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep. The radio will go to a station, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next station. Press either SCAN arrow again to stop scanning.
Page 213 3. Press and hold the EQ button for two seconds. SELECT EQ # will appear on the display and the EQ symbol will ﬂash. 4. Press EQ or turn the SELECT knob to select the desired EQ number. 5. Press and hold the EQ button or push the SELECT knob to store the equalization setting and the number.
Page 214 SCAN : Scan the stations within a PTY by performing the following: 1. Press PROG TYPE to activate program type select mode. The PTY symbol will appear on the display. 2. Turn the SELECT knob to select a PTY. 3. Once the desired PTY is displayed, press and hold either SCAN arrow, and the radio will begin scanning the stations in the PTY.
Page 215 INFO (Information): If the current station has a message, INFO will appear on the display. Press this button to see the message. The message may display the artist, song title, call in phone numbers, etc. If the entire message is not displayed, parts of the message will appear every three seconds.
Page 216 Radio Display Message XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, Channels) after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language. Updating Updating encryption code No Signal Loss of signal Loading XM Acquiring channel audio (after 4 second delay) CH Off Air Channel not in service CH Unavail Channel no longer...
Page 217 Radio Display Message No Info Song/Program Title not available No Info Category Name not available No Info No Text/Informational message available Not Found No channel available for the chosen category XM Locked Theft lock active Radio ID Radio ID label (channel 0) Unknown Radio ID not known...
Page 218 Playing a CD Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in and READING DISC and the CD symbol will appear on the display. If you want to insert a CD with the ignition off, ﬁrst press the EJECT button or push the RCL knob.
Page 219: Mp3 Format
SEEK : Press the up arrow to go to the start of the next track. Press the down arrow to go to the start of the previous track. Pressing either arrow for more than two seconds will search the previous or next tracks at two tracks per second.
Page 220: Root Directory
If a CD contains more than the maximum of 50 folders, 50 playlists, 10 sessions, and 255 ﬁles the player will let you access and navigate up to the maximum, but all items over the maximum will be ignored. Root Directory The root directory will be treated as a folder.
Page 221 File System and Naming The song name that will be displayed will be the song name that is contained in the ID3 tag. If the song name is not present in the ID3 tag, then the radio will display the ﬁle name without the extension (such as .mp3) as the track name.
Page 222 1 (Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton to advance quickly within a track. Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to advance at 10 times the normal playing speed. Press and hold it for more than two seconds to advance at 20 times the normal playing speed.
Page 223 SEEK : Press the up arrow to go to the start of the next track. Press the down arrow to go to the start of the previous track. Pressing either arrow for more than two seconds will search the previous or next tracks at two tracks per second.
Page 224: Radio With Six-Disc Cd
CD Messages CHECK CD: If this message appears on the display and/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: • It is very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the CD should play. •...
Page 225 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 226 Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select MIN, MED, or MAX. Each higher setting will allow for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds. Then, as you drive, automatic volume increases the volume, as necessary, to overcome noise at any speed.
Page 227 Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) AUDIO: Push the AUDIO knob until BASS, MID, or TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob to increase or to decrease. If a station is weak or noisy, decrease the treble. To adjust bass, midrange, or treble to the middle position, select BASS, MID, or TREB and push and hold the AUDIO knob.
Page 228 Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station (RDS and XM™) To select and ﬁnd a desired PTY perform the following: 1. Press the P-TYPE button to activate program type select mode. P-TYPE and the last selected PTY will appear on the display. 2.
Page 229 BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type. To turn alternate frequency on, press and hold BAND for two seconds. AF ON will appear on the display. The radio may switch to stations with a stronger frequency.
Page 230 If the entire message is not displayed, parts of the message will appear every three seconds. To scroll through the message, press and release the INFO button. A new group of words will appear on the display after every press of this button. Once the complete message has been displayed, INFO will disappear from the display until another new message is received.
Page 231 Radio Display Message XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, Channels) after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language. Updating Updating encryption code No Signal Loss of signal Loading XM Acquiring channel audio (after 4 second delay) CH Off Air Channel not in service CH Unavail Channel no longer...
Page 232 Radio Display Message No Info Song/Program Title not available No Info Category Name not available No Info No Text/Informational message available Not Found No channel available for the chosen category XM Locked Theft lock active Radio ID Radio ID label (channel 0) Unknown Radio ID not known...
Page 233 Playing a CD If the ignition or radio is turned off, with a CD in the player, it will stay in the player. When the ignition or radio is turned on, the CD will start playing where it stopped, if it was the last selected audio source. When a CD is inserted, the CD symbol will appear on the CD.
Page 234 Playing a Speciﬁc Loaded CD For every CD loaded, a number will appear on the display. To play a speciﬁc CD, ﬁrst press the CD AUX button, then press the numbered pushbutton that corresponds to the CD. A small bar will appear under the CD number that is playing and the track number will appear.
Page 235 RDM (Random): With random, you can listen to the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order, on one CD or on all of the CDs. To use random, do one of the following: • To play the tracks on the CD you are listening to in random order, press and release the RDM button.
Page 236: Using Song List Mode
Using Song List Mode The 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 CD player on and load it with at least one CD.
Page 237 To delete the entire song list, perform the following steps: 1. Turn the CD player on. 2. Press the SONG LIST button to turn song list on. S-LIST will appear on the display. 3. Press and hold the SONG LIST button for more than four seconds.
Page 238: Navigation/Radio System
Navigation/Radio System Your vehicle may have a navigation radio system that includes Radio Data System (RDS) with Program Type (PTY) selections that will seek out the kind of music you want to listen to and XM™ Satellite Radio Service capabilities (if equipped). The radio can also communicate with the navigation system to broadcast announcements on traffic, weather, and emergency alert communications.
Page 239: Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Audio Steering Wheel Controls If your vehicle has this feature, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. They include the following: w t u x (Seek): Press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or previous station and stay there. The sound will mute while seeking.
Page 240: Care Of Your Cds
Radio Reception The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other. Static can occur on AM stations caused by things like storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise.
Page 241: Xm™ Satellite Radio Antenna System
Notice: Using a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window may damage the rear window antenna and/or the rear window defogger. Repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not clear the inside rear window with sharp objects. Notice: Do not apply aftermarket glass tinting with metallic ﬁlm.
Page 242 NOTES 3-136...
Page 243: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 4 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Defensive Driving ...4-2 Drunken Driving ...4-2 Control of a Vehicle ...4-5 Braking ...4-6 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ...4-6 Braking in Emergencies ...4-8 Traction Control System (TCS) ...4-9 Enhanced Traction System (ETS) ...4-10 ®...
Page 244: Defensive Driving
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 1-10. Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.”...
Page 245 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 is against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasons for these laws.
Page 246 There is a gender difference, too. Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks.
Page 247: Control Of A Vehicle
CAUTION: Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reﬂexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You can have a serious — or even fatal — collision if you drive after drinking. Please do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking.
Page 248: Braking
Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That is perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That is reaction time. Average reaction time is about three-fourths of a second.
Page 249 When you start your engine, or when you begin to drive away, your anti-lock brake system will check itself. You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on, and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves or pulses a little.
Page 250: Using Anti-Lock
Remember: Anti-lock does not 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 will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
Page 251: Traction Control System (Tcs)
Traction Control System (TCS) If the vehicle has the 3800 Supercharged V6 engine, it has a Traction Control System (TCS) that limits wheel spin. This is especially useful in slippery road conditions. The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction.
Page 252: Enhanced Traction System (Ets)
Press the traction control button located on the console to turn the system off. If the system is limiting wheel spin when the traction control button is pressed, the system will turn off instantly. Turn the system back on at any time by pressing the button again.
Page 253 ETS operates in all transaxle shift lever positions. But the system can upshift the transaxle only as high as the chosen shift lever position, so use the lower gears only when necessary. See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2-25. This warning light appears on the instrument panel to indicate that the ETS is not on.
Page 254: Stabilitrak ® Plus System
® StabiliTrak Plus System The vehicle may have a vehicle stability enhancement ® system called StabiliTrak Plus. It is an advanced computer controlled system that assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. ® StabiliTrak Plus comes on whenever the vehicle is started.
Page 255: Variable Effort Steering
Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Variable Effort Steering If your vehicle has this steering system, the system provides less steering effort for parking and when driving at speeds below 20 mph (32 km/h).
Page 256: Steering In Emergencies
If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve, do it before you enter the curve, while your front wheels are straight ahead. Try to adjust your speed so you can “drive” through the curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve, and then accelerate gently into the straightaway.
Page 257: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery You may ﬁnd that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.
Page 258: Loss Of Control
• Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you are following a larger vehicle. Also, you will not have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops.
Page 259 Skidding In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle’s three control systems.
Page 260: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired — by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. 4-18 Here are some tips on night driving. •...
Page 261: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to re-adjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare, as from a driver who does not lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps, slow down a little.
Page 262 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road, and even people walking.
Page 263: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. There just is not a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The best advice is to slow down when it is raining. Driving Through Deep Standing Water Notice: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine’s air intake and badly damage your engine.
Page 264: City Driving
City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. 4-22 Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: •...
Page 265: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways — also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways — are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving.
Page 266: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. 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.
Page 267: Highway Hypnosis
• Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving? Are the tires all inﬂated to the recommended pressure? • Weather Forecasts: What is the weather outlook along your route? Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system? •...
Page 268: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in ﬂat or rolling terrain. 4-26 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable.
Page 269 CAUTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they would not work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill.
Page 270: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: • Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. • You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. Also see Tires on page 5-58. 4-28 Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer ﬂuid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a ﬂashlight, a red cloth, and a couple of reﬂective warning triangles.
Page 271: Driving On Snow Or Ice
Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You will have a lot less traction, or grip, and will need to be very careful.
Page 272: If You Are Caught In A Blizzard
Unless you have the anti-lock braking system, you will want to brake very gently, too. If you do have anti-lock brakes, see Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) on page 4-6. This system improves your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Whether you have the anti-lock braking system or not, you will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement.
Page 273 You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful. CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You cannot see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle.
Page 274: 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. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can.
Page 275: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
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) on page 4-9.
Page 276: Tire And Loading Information Label
Tire and Loading Information Label Label Example A vehicle speciﬁc Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar). With the driver’s door open, you will ﬁnd the label attached below the door lock post (striker). The tire and loading information label lists the number of occupant seating positions (A), and the maximum vehicle capacity weight (B) in kilograms and pounds.
Page 277 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
Page 278 Example 2 Item Description Maximum Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) Available Cargo Weight 4-36 Total Item 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 750 lbs (340 kg) 250 lbs (113 kg) Refer to your vehicle’s tire and loading information label for speciﬁc information about your vehicle’s maximum vehicle capacity weight and seating positions.
Page 279: Certification Label
Certiﬁcation Label A vehicle speciﬁc Certiﬁcation label is found on the rear edge of the driver’s door. The label shows the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo.
Page 280: Towing
If things like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else are put inside the vehicle, they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will keep going. CAUTION: Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or...
Page 281: Dinghy Towing
Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing: • What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations. • How far will the vehicle be towed? Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow.
Page 282: Dolly Towing
Dolly Towing The vehicle can be towed using a dolly. To tow your vehicle using a dolly, follow these steps: 1. Put the front wheels on the dolly. 2. Put the vehicle in PARK (P). 3. Set the parking brake and then remove the key. 4.
Page 283: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
That is the reason for this part. In it are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers. So please read this section carefully before pulling a trailer. Load-pulling components such as the engine, transaxle, wheel assemblies, and tires are forced to work harder against the drag of the added weight.
Page 284: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
And, it can also depend on any special equipment that is on the vehicle. Ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or write us at: Pontiac-GMC Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33172 Detroit, MI 48232-5172 In Canada, write to:...
Page 285: Total Weight On Your Vehicle's Tires
When using a weight-carrying hitch or a weight-distributing hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 10 to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B). After the trailer is loaded, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper. The correct weight could be achieved simply by moving some items around in the trailer.
Page 286: Driving With A Trailer
Safety Chains Always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer.
Page 287: Turn Signals When Towing A Trailer
Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Then, to move the trailer to the left, move that hand to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move that hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you.
Page 288: Driving On Grades
Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before starting down a long or steep downgrade. If the vehicle is not shifted down, the brakes may have to be used so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce the vehicle’s speed to around 45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating.
Page 289: Maintenance When Trailer Towing
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply the regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: • Start the engine • Shift into a gear • Release the parking brake 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3.
Page 290 NOTES 4-48...
Page 291: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service ...5-3 Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-4 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ...5-5 Fuel ...5-5 Gasoline Octane ...5-5 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ...5-5 California Fuel ...5-6 Additives ...5-6 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...5-7 Filling Your Tank ...5-7 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...5-9 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 Hood Release ...5-10...
Page 292 Section 5 Tire Inspection and Rotation ...5-66 When It Is Time for New Tires ...5-68 Buying New Tires ...5-68 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...5-69 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ...5-70 Wheel Replacement ...5-71 Tire Chains ...5-72 If a Tire Goes Flat ...5-73 Tire Inﬂator Kit ...5-74 Changing a Flat Tire ...5-82 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ...5-83...
Page 293: Service
Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer for all your service needs. You will get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you will want to keep your GM vehicle all GM.
Page 294: Doing Your Own Service Work
Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you will 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 7-13.
Page 295: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airﬂow around it. This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle.
Page 296: 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 297: 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 would not be covered by your warranty.
Page 298 The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the driver’s side of the vehicle. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The fuel cap has a spring in it; if the cap is released too soon, it will spring back to the right.
Page 299: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
CAUTION: If a ﬁre starts while you are refueling, do not remove the nozzle. Shut off the ﬂow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant. Leave the area immediately. Notice: If you need a new fuel cap, be sure to get the right type.
Page 300: Checking Things Under The Hood
Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: 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. CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a ﬁre.
Page 301 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood latch, located near the center front of the engine compartment, by moving it to the right. 3. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all ﬁller caps are on properly.
Page 302: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3800 V6 Supercharged engine (3800 V6 engine similar), here is what you will see: 5-12...
Page 303 A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding Washer Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-39. B. Battery. See Battery on page 5-42. C. Remote Positive (+) Battery Terminal. See Jump Starting on page 5-43. D. Underhood Fuse Block. See Underhood Fuse Block on page 5-105.
Page 304: Checking Engine Oil
Engine Oil If this symbol, along with the LOW OIL LEVEL message appears on the Driver Information Center (DIC), it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see LOW OIL LEVEL under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-69. You should check your engine oil level regularly;...
Page 305: When To Add Engine Oil
When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, then you will need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use.
Page 306: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things: • GM6094M Your vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting GM Standard GM6094M. You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. 5-16...
Page 307: Engine Oil Additives
• SAE 5W-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container.
Page 308: How To Reset The Engine Oil Life System
Engine Oil Life System When to Change Engine Oil Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter. This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on mileage. Based on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably.
Page 309: Supercharger Oil
If the CHANGE OIL SOON message comes back on when you start your vehicle, the engine oil life system has not reset. Repeat the procedure. What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer.
Page 310: How To Check And Add Oil
How to Check and Add Oil CAUTION: If you remove the supercharger oil ﬁll plug while the engine is hot, pressure may cause hot oil to blow out of the oil ﬁll hole. You may be burned. Do not remove the plug until the engine cools.
Page 311: How To Inspect The Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter To inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter, remove the ﬁlter from the vehicle and lightly shake the ﬁlter to release loose dust and dirt. If the ﬁlter remains caked with dirt, a new ﬁlter is required.
Page 312: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check the 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: •...
Page 313: Checking The Fluid Level
Checking the Fluid Level Prepare the vehicle as follows: • Park the 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, pausing for about three seconds in each one.
Page 314: How To Add Fluid
How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle ﬂuid to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12. If the ﬂuid level is low, add only enough of the proper ﬂuid to bring the level into the crosshatched area on the dipstick.
Page 315: What To Use
What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and ® one-half DEX-COOL engine coolant which will not damage aluminum parts. If this coolant mixture is used, nothing else needs to be added. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous.
Page 316: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant The coolant recovery tank is located in the engine compartment toward the rear of the engine on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level.
Page 317: Radiator Pressure Cap
CAUTION: Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. With the coolant recovery tank, you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator.
Page 318: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down.
Page 319: Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
If an overheat warning occurs without any sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: 1. In heavy traffic, let the engine idle in NEUTRAL (N) while stopped. If it is safe to do so, pull off the road, shift to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) and let the engine idle.
Page 320: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: 3800 V6 Supercharged engine shown, 3800 V6 engine similar A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Electric Engine Cooling Fan(s) C. Radiator Pressure Cap 5-30 CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood...
Page 321 CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine ﬁre, and you could be burned.
Page 322 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture.
Page 323: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator
If the overheat warning continues, there is one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the system is cool before you do it. CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly.
Page 324 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough.
Page 325 3800 Supercharged Engine 3.2. Lift the engine cover shield at the front, slide the catch tab out of the engine bracket and remove the cover shield. 3.3. Put the oil ﬁll tube, with cap attached, in the valve cover oil ﬁll hole until you are ready to replace the cover shield.
Page 326 5. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL coolant mixture, up to the base of the ﬁller neck. See Engine Coolant on page 5-24 for more information about the proper coolant mixture. If you see a stream of coolant coming from an air bleed valve, close the valve.
Page 327 10. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan(s). 11. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator ﬁller neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper DEX-COOL through the ﬁller neck until the level reaches the base of the ﬁller neck.
Page 328: When To Check Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid The power steering ﬂuid reservoir is located in the engine compartment next to the engine coolant recovery tank. It sits low in the engine compartment. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for reservoir location. When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering ﬂuid unless a leak is suspected in the system, or an unusual noise is heard.
Page 329: Windshield Washer Fluid
What to Use To determine what kind of ﬂuid to use, see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12. Always use the proper ﬂuid. Failure to use the proper ﬂuid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals. Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer ﬂuid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use.
Page 330: Brake Fluid
Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is ﬁlled with DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the reservoir. 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.
Page 331: Brake Wear
Always clean the brake ﬂuid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir. CAUTION: With the wrong kind of ﬂuid in your brake system, your brakes may not work well, or they may not even work at all.
Page 332: Replacing Brake System Parts
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 333: Vehicle Storage
Vehicle Storage If you are 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. CAUTION: Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode.
Page 334 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you do not want. You would not be able to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems.
Page 335 CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded.
Page 336 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal location on the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 7. Do not let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal location on the vehicle with the good battery.
Page 337 Notice: If the jumper cables are removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Remove the jumper cables in the correct order, making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal.
Page 338: Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp Aiming The vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system. The aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment However, If the vehicle is damaged in an accident, the headlamp aim may be affected and adjustment may be necessary.
Page 339: Headlamp Vertical Aiming
Headlamp Vertical Aiming 1. Find the aim dot on the lens of the low-beam lamp. 2. Measure the distance from the ground to the aim dot on the lamp. Record the distance. 3. At the wall or other ﬂat surface, measure from the ground upward the recorded distance from Step 2 and draw or tape a horizontal line the width of the vehicle.
Page 340: Bulb Replacement
4. Turn on the low-beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being aimed. This should allow only the beam of light from the headlamp being aimed to be seen on the ﬂat surface. Notice: Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut-off when aiming.
Page 341: Headlamps And Sidemarker Lamps
Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-10 for more information. A. High-Beam Headlamp B. Low-Beam Headlamp C. Sidemarker Lamp 2. Pull up half-way on the plastic retaining clip while pushing rearward on the headlamp. Align the square cut-out on the retaining clip with the notch on the headlamp.
Page 342 3. Pull the headlamp assembly straight out from the vehicle. (Moving the headlamp up and down slightly may help with its removal.) 5-52 4. Turn the bulb socket ring one-quarter of a turn counterclockwise to remove it from the headlamp assembly.
Page 343: Front Turn Signal, Parking And Fog Lamps
Front Turn Signal, Parking and Fog Lamps The front turn signal, parking, and fog lamps are located below the high-beam, low-beam headlamps and sidemarker lamps. A. Front Turn Signal, Parking Lamp B. Fog Lamp 1. Follow Steps 1 through 3 of the headlamp replacement procedure.
Page 344: Taillamps, Turn Signal, And Stoplamps
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps A. Taillamp B. Taillamps, Turn Signal and Stoplamps 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-13 for more information. 2. Remove the convenience net, if equipped, by removing the net hook attachments. 5-54 3. Remove the plastic cap from the trunk trim. 4.
Page 345: Back-Up Lamps
7. Turn the appropriate lamp socket a quarter turn counterclockwise and remove it. 8. Remove the old bulb. 9. Replace with a new bulb into the socket and turn the lamp socket clockwise to install it. 10. Reinstall the taillamp assembly by reversing Steps 2 through 5.
Page 346: Replacement Bulbs
2. Turn the appropriate lamp socket a quarter turn counterclockwise and remove it. 3. Remove the old bulb. 4. Put the new bulb into the lamp socket. 5. Turn the bulb a quarter turn clockwise to reinstall it. 5-56 Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamps Back-Up Lamp Front Parking/Turn Signal Lamp...
Page 347: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Remove and replace a windshield wiper by following these steps: 1. Put the ignition in the accessory position and turn the windshield wipers on. 2. Stop the windshield wipers when they are in the upright position by turning the key to the off position. 3.
Page 348: Tires
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 GM Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer’s booklet included with your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual.
Page 349: Tire Sidewall Labelling
Tire Sidewall Labelling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall. The examples below show a typical passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire sidewall. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example (A) Tire Size: The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to deﬁne a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description.
Page 350 Compact Spare Tire Example (A) Temporary Use Only: The compact spare tire or temporary use tire has a tread life of approximately 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should not be driven at speeds over 65 mph (105 km/h). The compact spare tire is for emergency use when a regular road tire has lost air and gone ﬂat.
Page 351: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
Tire Size The following illustration shows an example of a typical passenger vehicle tire size. (A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United States version of a metric tire sizing system. The letter P as the ﬁrst character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U.S.
Page 352 Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a tire’s height to its width. Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is located between the plies and the tread. Cords may be made from steel or other reinforcing materials. Bead: The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim.
Page 353 Occupant Distribution: Designated seating positions. Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on a vehicle. The side of the tire that contains a whitewall, bears white lettering or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire.
Page 354: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively. Notice: Do not let anyone tell you that under-inﬂation or over-inﬂation is all right. It is not. If your tires do not have enough air (under-inﬂation), you can get the following: •...
Page 355: Tire Pressure Monitor System
How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properly inﬂated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inﬂated even when they are under-inﬂated. Check the tire’s inﬂation pressure when the tires are cold.
Page 356: Tire Inspection And Rotation
The tire inﬂation monitor system will not alert you if the pressure in more than one tire is low, if the system is not properly calibrated, or if the vehicle is moving faster than 70 mph (110 km/h). When the CHECK TIRE PRESSURE warning message comes on, stop as soon as possible and check all the tires for damage.
Page 357 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 Tire and Loading Information label.
Page 358: When It Is 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 of tread remaining. You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: •...
Page 359: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
CAUTION: 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.
Page 360: 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 361: Wheel Replacement
Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your dealer if any of these conditions exist.
Page 362: Used Replacement Wheels
Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION: Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel.
Page 363: If A Tire Goes Flat
Notice: If your vehicle does not have P225/55R17 size tires, use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened.
Page 364: Tire Inﬂator Kit
Tire Inﬂator Kit Your vehicle may have a tire inﬂator kit. The repair kit contains a detailed instruction card which outlines the step-by-step temporary repair procedure. Be sure to read and follow all the tire inﬂator kit instructions. The kit also includes the following: 5-74 A.
Page 365: Tire Sealant
Accessing the Tire Inﬂator Kit The tire inﬂator kit is stored in the trunk of your vehicle. 1. Open the trunk and lift up the carpet. See Trunk on page 2-13 for more information. 2. Remove the inﬂator kit cover by turning the center nut counterclockwise.
Page 366 Using the Tire Inﬂator Kit 1. Place the inﬂator kit on the ground and unwrap the sealant ﬁling hose (G) from the compressor. 2. Remove the air compressor accessory plug (C) from the unit. Do not plug into an accessory outlet yet.
Page 367 CAUTION: Idling the engine in a closed-in place or with the climate control system off can cause deadly carbon monoxide (CO). See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index. 6. Start the vehicle. See Starting Your Engine on page 2-23 for more information. The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor.
Page 368 13. Replace the sealant ﬁling hose. 14. Remove the maximum speed label from the sealant canister and place in a highly visible location such as the inside of the upper left corner of the windshield or to the face of the radio/clock. The maximum speed label reminds you to drive cautiously and not to exceed 55 mph (90 km/h) until you have the damaged tire inspected and repaired.
Page 369: Using The Air Compressor
Using the Air Compressor To use the air compressor by itself to inﬂate a tire, do the following: 1. Remove the air compressor accessory plug from the air compressor. 2. Unlock the air compressor hose from the sealant canister by pulling up on the lever. 3.
Page 370: Removal And Installation Of The Sealant Canister
Notice: If the air compressor runs for more than six minutes, at a time, it may overheat. The excessive heat could damage the compressor. Always operate the compressor for six minutes or less when inﬂating a tire. 7. Move the inﬂator kit switch to the ON position. 8.
Page 371 3. Turn the sealant canister so the inﬂator ﬁling hose is aligned with the slot in the compressor. 4. Lift the sealant canister front the compressor and replace with a new sealant canister. See your GM dealer for more information. To install a new sealant canister, do the following: 1.
Page 372: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning ﬂashers. 5-82 CAUTION: Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you or other people.
Page 373: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
When you have a ﬂat tire, use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of wheel blocks. The following information will tell you next how to use the jack and change a tire. Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment needed to change a tire is in the trunk.
Page 374 6. Turn the nut holding the jack counterclockwise and 5. Remove the compact spare tire. See Compact remove it. Then remove the jack and wrench. Spare Tire on page 5-93 for more information. 5-84...
Page 375: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
7. The tools you will be using include the jack (A) extension and protector/guide (B) and the wheel wrench (C). Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Removing Bolt-On Wheel Covers with Nut Caps on Steel Wheels If the vehicle has steel wheel covers with functional, plastic nut caps, do the following: 1.
Page 376 Removing Bolt-On Wheel Covers with Center Caps on Steel Wheels If the vehicle has steel wheel covers with center caps, the wheel nuts are behind the caps. To remove, do the following: 1. Pry off the center caps by inserting the ﬂat end of the wheel wrench at the notch on the cap.
Page 377 CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to ﬁt the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle.
Page 378 For jacking at the vehicle’s front location, put the jack lift head (C) about 6 inches (15 cm) from the rear edge of the front wheel opening (B). Line up the jack with the arrow (A) as shown. Put the compact spare tire near you. 5-88 For jacking at the vehicle’s rear location, put the jack lift head (B) about 9 inches (23 cm) from...
Page 379 3. Remove all wheel nuts and take off the ﬂat tire. CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
Page 380 7. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 5-90 CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident.
Page 381: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
8. Tighten the wheel nuts ﬁrmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. 9. Reinstall the wheel trim. If the vehicle has plastic caps, tighten them by hand. With the wheel wrench, tighten the plastic caps an additional quarter turn clockwise. Notice: Wheel covers will not ﬁt on your compact spare.
Page 382 To store a full-size tire, do the following: 1. Place the tire in the trunk with the valve stem facing down, and the protector/guide placed through a wheel bolt hole. 2. Remove the protector and attach the retainer securely. 3. Place the protector/guide back in the foam holder when putting the compact spare back in the trunk.
Page 383: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inﬂated when the 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 the vehicle, stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare tire is correctly inﬂated.
Page 384: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Other cleaning products can burst into ﬂames if a match is struck near them or if they get on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if their fumes are inhaled in an enclosed space.
Page 385: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Most stains can be removed with club soda water. To clean, use the following instructions: 1. For liquids: blot with a clean, soft, white cloth. For solids: remove as much as possible and then vacuum or brush. 2. Apply club soda water to a clean, soft, white cloth. Do not over-saturate;...
Page 386: Vinyl
Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. • Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. This may have to be done more than once. • Things like tar, asphalt, and shoe polish will stain if they are not removed quickly. Use a clean cloth and vinyl cleaner.
Page 387: Care Of Safety Belts
Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. CAUTION: 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
Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint ﬁnish. GM-approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-101. The vehicle has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint ﬁnish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat.
Page 389: Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels Notice: If you use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or chrome-plated wheels, you could damage the surface of the wheel(s). The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Use only GM-approved cleaners on aluminum or chrome-plated wheels.
Page 390: Sheet Metal Damage
Sheet Metal Damage If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty.
Page 391: Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing the following products. Description Polishing Cloth Interior and exterior Wax-Treated polishing cloth. Tar and Road Oil Removes tar, road oil, Remover and asphalt. Chrome Cleaner Use on chrome or and Polish stainless steel.
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: Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Instrument Panel Fuse Block Some fuses are in a fuse block located on the end of the instrument panel on the passenger side. To get to the fuse block lift up on the side panel. A fuse usage chart is on the inside of this panel. 5-104 Fuse Usage...
Page 395: Underhood Fuse Block
Fuse Usage CANISTER Fuel Tank Solenoid Canister PK LAMPS Parking Lamps RADIO/AMP Radio Ampliﬁer Remote Function Activator RFA/MOD (Remote Keyless Entry) Instrument Panel Displays/Head-Up DISPLAYS Display (HUD), Driver Information Center (DIC) INT LIGHT Interior Lamps HVAC Climate Controls CHMSL/BKUP Center High Mounted Stop Lamp/Back-Up Lamps PWR WDO Power Windows...
Page 396 Fuses Left Front High-Beam Headlamp Right Front High-Beam Headlamp Left Front Low-Beam Headlamp Right Front Low-Beam Headlamp Windshield Wipers/Washer Washer/Remote Vehicle Current 5-106 Usage Fuses Usage Fog Lamps Auxiliary Power Horn Emission A/C Clutch Oxygen Sensor Power Control Module Power Control Module/Electronic Throttle Control Electronic Throttle Control Display...
Page 397 Fuses Usage Electronic Ignition Battery Main 1 Battery Main 2 Battery Main 3 Fan 1 Battery Main 4 Anti-Lock Brake Motor Fan 2 Starter Air Pump Relays Usage High-Beam Headlamps Low-Beam Headlamps Fog Lamps Ignition 1 Air Conditioner Compressor Relays Usage Horn Powertrain...
Page 398: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12 for more information. Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Automatic Transaxle Cooling System Including Reservoir 3800 V6 Engine 3800 V6 Supercharged Engine Engine Oil with Filter Fuel Tank Wheel Nut Torque...
Page 399: Engine Specifications
Engine 3800 V6 231 CID (3.8L L26) 3800 V6 Supercharged 231 CID (3.8L L32) Engine Speciﬁcations VIN Code Transaxle Automatic Automatic Spark Plug Gap .060 inches (1.52 mm) .060 inches (1.52 mm) 5-109...
Page 400 NOTES 5-110...
Page 401 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using Your Maintenance Schedule ...6-3 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-9 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12...
Page 402: 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. Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts and recommended ﬂuids and...
Page 403: Using Your Maintenance Schedule
Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather.
Page 404: Scheduled Maintenance
Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 tells you what should be checked, when to check it and what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. The proper replacement parts, ﬂuids and lubricants to use are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12 and Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-13.
Page 405 Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil on page 5-14. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-18. An Emission Control Service. Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (k). Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter.
Page 406: Additional Required Services
Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the ﬁrst maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components.
Page 407: Maintenance Footnotes
Service and Miles (Kilometers) Engine cooling system service (or every 5 years, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. See footnote (i). Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. Maintenance Footnotes † The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to...
Page 408 (e) 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 409: Owner Checks And Services
Owner Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals speciﬁed to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Your GM Goodwrench dealer can assist you with these checks and services. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Page 410: At Least Once A Year
At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle.
Page 411: Underbody Flushing Service
Ignition Transaxle OFF Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to OFF in each shift lever position. • The ignition should turn to OFF only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). •...
Page 412: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part number or speciﬁcation may be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. Engine Oil GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle.
Page 413: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your GM dealer. Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Part Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Engine Oil Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Spark Plugs Windshield Wiper Blades (Hook Type) 22.0 inches (56.0 cm) ACDelco GM Part Number...
Page 414: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2 in this section. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts.
Page 415 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-15...
Page 416 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-16...
Page 417: Customer Assistance And Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2 Online Owner Center ...7-4 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...7-4 Customer Assistance Offices ...7-4 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ...7-6 Roadside Assistance Program ...7-6 Courtesy Transportation ...7-8 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders ...7-10 Customer Assistance and Information Reporting Safety Defects ...7-12...
Page 418: Customer Assistance And 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 419 STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisﬁed with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisﬁed after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you should ﬁle with the BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have.
Page 420: Online Owner Center
Pontiac by dialing: 1-800-833-PONT (7668). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) Customer Assistance Offices Pontiac encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to Pontiac, the letter should be addressed to Pontiac’s Customer Assistance Center.
Page 421: United States - Customer Assistance
United States — Customer Assistance Pontiac Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33172 Detroit, MI 48232-5172 1-800-762-2737 or 1-800-833-7668 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-ROADSIDE (762-3743) Fax Number: 313-381-0022 From Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) Fax Number: 313-381-0022 From U.S.
Page 422: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details. TTY users call 1-800-263-3830. Roadside Assistance Program As the 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 423 (762-3743), text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-888-889-2438. 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. Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 424: Scheduling Service Appointments
Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait Pontiac helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances,...
Page 425: Shuttle Service
Shuttle Service Participating dealers can provide you with shuttle service to get you to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule. This includes a one way or round trip shuttle ride to a destination up to 10 miles (16 km) from the dealership. Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs,...
Page 426: Additional Program Information
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 427 If your vehicle is equipped with StabiliTrak performance, including yaw rate, steering wheel angle, and lateral acceleration, is also recorded. This information has been used to improve vehicle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety. Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes, these on-board systems do not record sounds, such as conversation of vehicle occupants.
Page 428: Reporting Safety Defects
Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors.
Page 429: Service Bulletins
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 Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33172 Detroit, MI 48232-5172 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Page 430: Current And Past Model Order Forms
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 Accessory Power Outlets ... 3-24 Additives, Fuel ... 5-6 Add-On Electrical Equipment ... 5-103 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ... 5-20 Air Conditioning ... 3-26, 3-29 Airbag Readiness Light ... 3-38 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) ... 7-10 Airbag System ... 1-48 How Does an Airbag Restrain? ...
Page 432 Audio System(s) (cont.) Understanding Radio Reception ... 3-134 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ... 3-135 Automatic Transaxle Fluid ... 5-22 Operation ... 2-25 Backglass Antenna ... 3-134 Battery ... 5-42 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ... 3-17 Run-Down Protection ... 3-20 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ...
Page 433 Child Restraints (cont.) Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position ... 1-43 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position ... 1-45 Top Strap ... 1-38 Top Strap Anchor Location ... 1-40 Where to Put the Restraint ... 1-38 Chime Level Adjustment ...
Page 434 Daytime Running Lamps ... 3-15 Defensive Driving ... 4-2 Delayed Entry Lighting ... 3-18 Delayed Exit Lighting ... 3-19 Delayed Locking ... 2-11 Doing Your Own Service Work ... 5-4 Door Delayed Locking ... 2-11 Locks ... 2-10 Power Door Locks ... 2-11 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...
Page 435 Extender, Safety Belt ... 1-28 Exterior Lamps ... 3-14 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ... 3-17 Filter Engine Air Cleaner ... 5-20 Finish Damage ... 5-100 Flash-to-Pass ... 3-8 Flat Tire ... 5-73 Flat Tire, Changing ... 5-82 Flat Tire, Storing ... 5-91 Fluid Automatic Transaxle ...
Page 436 Hazard Warning Flashers ... 3-5 Head Restraints ... 1-6 Headlamp Aiming ... 5-48 Headlamp Wiring ... 5-103 Headlamps Bulb Replacement ... 5-50 Daytime Running Lamps ... 3-15 Flash-to-Pass ... 3-8 Front Turn Signal, Parking and Fog Lamps ... 5-53 Halogen Bulbs ... 5-50 Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps ...
Page 437 Labelling, Tire Sidewall ... 5-59 Lamps Battery Run-Down Protection ... 3-20 Courtesy ... 3-18 Exterior ... 3-14 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ... 3-17 Fog ... 3-16 Front Reading ... 3-19 Interior ... 3-17 Overhead Console Reading ... 3-19 Rear Assist Handle Reading ... 3-19 LATCH System Child Restraints ...
Page 438 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ... 6-6 At Each Fuel Fill ... 6-9 At Least Once a Month ... 6-9 At Least Once a Year ... 6-10 Introduction ... 6-2 Maintenance Footnotes ... 6-7 Maintenance Record ... 6-14 Maintenance Requirements ... 6-2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...
Page 439 Park (P) Shifting Into ... 2-31 Shifting Out of ... 2-32 Parking Brake ... 2-30 Over Things That Burn ... 2-33 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ... 3-33 Passing ... 4-15 ® PASS-Key III ... 2-18 ® PASS-Key III Operation ... 2-19 Power Accessory Outlets ...
Page 440 Recreational Vehicle Towing ... 4-38 Remote Keyless Entry System ... 2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation ... 2-5 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire ... 5-85 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ... 5-83 Replacement Bulbs ... 5-56 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government ...
Page 441 Seats (cont.) Manual ... 1-2 Passenger Folding Seatback ... 1-6 Power Lumbar ... 1-3 Power Seat ... 1-3 Reclining Seatbacks ... 1-4 Split Folding Rear Seat ... 1-8 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ... 1-42 Rear Seat Position ... 1-43 Right Front Seat Position ...
Page 442 Tachometer ... 3-37 Taillamps Turn Signal, and Stoplamps ... 5-54 TCS Warning Light ... 3-42 Theft-Deterrent, Radio ... 3-132 Theft-Deterrent Systems ... 2-17 Content Theft-Deterrent ... 2-17 ® PASS-Key III ... 2-18 ® PASS-Key III Operation ... 2-19 Tilt Wheel ... 3-6 Tires ...
Page 443 Transaxle Fluid, Automatic ... 5-22 Transaxle Operation, Automatic ... 2-25 Transmission Up-Shift Light ... 3-39 Trunk ... 2-13 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ... 3-7 Understanding Radio Reception ... 3-134 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ... 5-69 Up-Shift Light ... 3-39 Vehicle Control ...
Page 444 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ... 3-135 Your Vehicle and the Environment ... 6-2...

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