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2005 Pontiac Wave Owner Manual

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

Front Seats

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

Rear Seats

............................................... 1-6

Safety Belts

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

Child Restraints

....................................... 1-28

Airbag System

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

Restraint System Check

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

Keys

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

Doors and Locks

....................................... 2-7

Windows

................................................. 2-12

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

.................................................... 2-33

Storage Areas

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

Sunroof

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

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

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

...................................... 3-14

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Secondary Information Center (SIC)

Audio System(s)

....................................... 3-33

............................ 1-54

............................ 2-14

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

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

........ 3-19

............ 3-24

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

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

................................................... 4-33

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

Service

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

Fuel

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

Checking Things Under the Hood

Headlamp Aiming

..................................... 5-41

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

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

Appearance Care

..................................... 5-70

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

...................................... 5-79

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts

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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.................................... 5-41

......... 5-47

................................. 5-78

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Page 1 2005 Pontiac Wave Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ......1-1 Driving Your Vehicle ........4-1 Front Seats Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..........1-2 ..4-2 Rear Seats Towing ..........1-6 ........... 4-33 Safety Belts ..........1-10 Service and Appearance Care ......
Page 2 Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from: Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, PONTIAC, How to Use This Manual and the PONTIAC Emblem are registered trademarks; and the name WAVE is a trademark of General Many people read the owner manual from beginning Motors Corporation.
Page 3 Safety Warnings and Symbols You will also ﬁnd a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety There are a number of safety cautions in this book. We symbol means “Do Not,” use a box and the word CAUTION to tell about things “Do Not do this”...
Page 4 Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this manual you will ﬁnd these notices: The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with Notice: These mean there is something that could the text describing the operation or information damage your vehicle.
Page 5 These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:...
Page 6 NOTES...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ............1-2 Child Restraint Systems .........1-34 Manual Seats ..........1-2 Where to Put the Restraint ......1-37 Driver Seat Height Adjuster ......1-3 Top Strap ............1-38 Reclining Seatbacks ........1-3 Top Strap Anchor Location ......1-39 Head Restraints ..........1-5 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) ......1-40 Rear Seats ............1-6...
Page 8 Front Seats Pull up and hold the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it. 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.
Page 9 Driver Seat Height Adjuster Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the height of the driver’s seat cushion, turn the knob located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Turn the knob forward to raise the height of the seat cushion and rearward to lower it. To adjust the seatback, pull up the lever located on the outboard side of the seat and move the seatback to where you want it.
Page 10 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 11 Head Restraints Push in the release button and press down on the head restraint in order to adjust the position downward. To remove the head restraint, pull the head restraint all the way up. Then push in the release button and lift the head restraint from the guide sleeve.
Page 12 Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation (Hatchback) Folding the Seatback The rear seatbacks can be folded down to increase cargo space. To fold down the seatback, do the following: 1. If your vehicle has adjustable head restraints, push the head restraints down all the way. 2.
Page 13 5. Pull the release handles on the rear side of the seat 7. Clip the hook to the head restraint of the front seat cushion to unlock the rear seat cushion. to keep the rear seat secure. 6. Lift and fold up the seat.
Page 14 8. Store the rear safety belts and buckles in the To return the seatback to the upright position, do the storage area under the ﬂoor mat. following: 1. Remove the safety belts and buckles from the storage area. CAUTION: 2. Unclip the hook from the head restraint of the front seat.
Page 15 Rear Seat Operation (Sedan) 4. Move the safety belts out of the space between the seatback and the seat cushion so they are not in the way as the seat is being folded. Folding the Seatback The rear seatbacks can be folded down to increase CAUTION: cargo space.
Page 16 To return the seatback to the upright position, do the following: CAUTION: (Continued) 1. Lift up the seatback and push it to its original position. Ensure that the safety belts are not twisted You can be seriously injured or killed. In the or caught under the seatback.
Page 17 Why Safety Belts Work Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as reminder to buckle up. it goes. See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3-25. In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts.
Page 18 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. 1-12...
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: 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 21: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? This part is only for people of adult size. You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in an Be aware that there are special things to know about accident —...
Page 22 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. 5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle Do not let it get twisted. end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly.
Page 23 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 24 What is wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 25 What is wrong with this? 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? 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. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 27 What is wrong with this? 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
Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt height adjuster to the height that is right for you. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder.
Page 29: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Right Front Passenger Position Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant To learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safety women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be belt properly see, Driver Position on page 1-15. seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts.
Page 30 Rear Seat Outside Positions 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Be sure you are using the correct buckle and that Lap-Shoulder Belt the latch plate clicks when inserted into the buckle. The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder belts.
Page 31 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. 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.
Page 32: Center Rear Passenger Position
Center Rear Passenger Position CAUTION: Your vehicle has a removable safety belt in the center rear seating position. You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder Here is how to use the center rear safety belt. belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move 1.
Page 33: Safety Belt Pretensioners
Safety Belt Extender 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle labeled “CENTER”. If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the should use it. latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. But if a safety belt is not long enough, your dealer will Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.
Page 34: Child Restraints
Child Restraints What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a Older Children lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should ﬁt snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
Page 35 What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window, move the child toward the center of the vehicle.
Page 36: Infants And Young Children
Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. This applies belt force to the child’s pelvic bones in a crash. Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children.
Page 37 CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby does not weigh much — until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240 lb (110 kg) force on a person’s arms.
Page 38 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 39 For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing a CAUTION: 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 The body structure of a young child is quite safety standards.
Page 40: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint.
Page 41 A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes improve the ﬁt of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields. booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a ﬁve-point harness.
Page 42 When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child How do child restraints work? restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor A child restraint system is any device designed for vehicle safety standards.
Page 43: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint There are a couple of things you need to know about using child restraints in your rear seat: Accident statistics show that children are safer if they If you use a child are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We, restraint in the center therefore, recommend that child restraints be secured rear seating position, the...
Page 44: Top Strap
Wherever you install it, be sure to secure the child restraint properly. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle —...
Page 45: Top Strap Anchor Location
Top Strap Anchor Location In order to access the top strap anchor, remove the anchor’s plastic cover by squeezing and pulling the front part of the cover in the direction shown by the arrow. Top strap anchors are already installed in your vehicle The plastic cover should remain off while the top for the rear seating positions.
Page 46: Lower Anchorages And Top Tethers For Children (Latch System)
The plastic cover has a child restraint anchor on it as shown. Squeeze and pull the front part of the plastic cover in the direction shown by the arrow in order to access the top strap anchors. Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Hatchback Your vehicle has the LATCH system.
Page 47 A. Lower Anchorage A. Lower Anchorage B. Lower Anchorage B. Lower Anchorage C. Top Tether In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, you need a child restraint designed for that system. 1-41...
Page 48 To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this CAUTION: child restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system has If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached a label on the seatback to its anchorage points, the restraint will not at each lower anchor be able to protect the child correctly.
Page 49: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
Securing a Child Restraint Designed Securing a Child Restraint in a for the LATCH System Rear Seat Position There is not room for three child restraints in the rear If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH seat, but you can install two child restraints, one in each system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for rear outside seating position.
Page 50 3. Buckle the belt. Be sure the latch plate clicks when 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of you put it into the buckle. This means you are using the retractor to set the lock. the correct buckle.
Page 51 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. If you are using a forward-facing child restraint, you may ﬁnd it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 52: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the CAUTION: Right Front Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for seriously injured or killed if the right front Children (LATCH System) on page 1-40.
Page 53 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.
Page 54: Airbag System
Airbag System Your vehicle has airbags — one airbag for the driver and another airbag for the right front passenger. Frontal airbags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inﬂating airbag. But these airbags must inﬂate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations.
Page 55 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: They are not designed to inﬂate in rollover, rear Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any or low-speed frontal crashes, or in many side airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured crashes. And, for some unrestrained occupants, or killed.
Page 56: Where Are The Airbags
Where Are the Airbags? The right front passenger’s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-50...
Page 57: When Should An Airbag Inflate
Whether your frontal airbags will or should deploy is not based on how fast your vehicle is traveling. It depends CAUTION: largely on what you hit, the direction of the impact and how quickly your vehicle slows down. If something is between an occupant and an If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that does not airbag, the bag might not inﬂate properly or it move or deform, the threshold level is about 9 to 14 mph...
Page 58: What Makes An Airbag Inflate
How Does an Airbag Restrain? The frontal airbags (driver and right front passenger) are not intended to inﬂate during vehicle rollovers, rear impacts, or in many side impacts because inﬂation In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, would not likely help the occupants. even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel.
Page 59 A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for your CAUTION: vehicle covers the need to replace other parts. • Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and When an airbag inﬂates, there is dust in the diagnostic module which records information after a air.
Page 60: Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Restraint System Check Vehicle Checking Your Restraint Systems Airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light around your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors have information about servicing your vehicle and the and anchorages are working properly.
Page 61: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH After a Crash 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 62 NOTES 1-56...
Page 63 Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ...............2-2 Starting Your Engine ........2-19 Remote Keyless Entry System ......2-4 Engine Coolant Heater ........2-20 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-5 Automatic Transaxle Operation .......2-21 Manual Transaxle Operation ......2-25 Doors and Locks ..........2-7 Parking Brake ..........2-26 Door Locks ............2-7 Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) ..2-27 Central Door Unlocking System ......2-7...
Page 64: 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 65 One key is used for the Your vehicle may have an electronic immobilizer ignition, the doors and all designed to protect your car against theft. If so, only other locks. keys with the correct electronic code can be used to start the vehicle. See Immobilizer Operation on page 2-16.
Page 66: Remote Keyless Entry System
Remote Keyless Entry System At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer If equipped, the keyless entry system operates on a to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.
Page 67: Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
Remote Keyless Entry System (Unlock): Press this button to unlock all of the doors. The hazard lamps will ﬂash twice to indicate that Operation unlocking has occurred and that the theft-deterrent system is deactivated. You can lock and unlock your doors from about 20 ft (6 m) away using the remote keyless entry The LED light on the transmitter will ﬂash when the transmitter.
Page 68 Battery Replacement To replace the battery in the remote keyless entry transmitter, do the following: Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless 1. Remove the screw from the back of the cover and entry transmitter should last about two years. open the cover of the transmitter.
Page 69: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside, use your key or the remote keyless entry transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry System Door Locks Operation on page 2-5. To manually unlock the doors from the outside, insert the key and turn it toward the front of the vehicle.
Page 70: Door Ajar Reminder
Door Ajar Reminder Using the Rear Door Security Lock 1. Move the lever upward to lock. If one of the doors on your 2. Close the door. vehicle is not closed properly while the ignition 3. Do the same thing to the other rear door lock. is on, the door ajar Notice: Pulling the inside door handle while the light on the secondary...
Page 71: Lockout Protection
Canceling the Rear Door Security Lock Trunk (Sedan) 1. Unlock the door from the inside and open the door from the outside. CAUTION: 2. Move the lever downward to unlock. 3. Do the same for the other rear door. It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk The rear door locks will now work normally.
Page 72 Remote Trunk Release Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice: Using the emergency trunk release handle Open the trunk from inside as a tie-down or anchor point when securing your vehicle by pulling up items in the trunk may damage it. Use the the release lever located emergency trunk release handle only to help you to the left side of the...
Page 73: Liftgate (Hatchback)
Liftgate (Hatchback) To open the liftgate on your hatchback from outside of the vehicle, insert the key into the lock cylinder and turn it counterclockwise or use the remote keyless entry transmitter, if equipped. Then pull up the handle CAUTION: above the license plate to open the liftgate.
Page 74: 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 75: Power Windows
Power Windows Window Lockout The window lockout is If your vehicle has power located with the driver’s windows, the switches power window switches. are located on the driver’s door. In addition, each passenger door has a switch for its own window.
Page 76: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Theft-Deterrent Systems 3. Lock the doors by pressing the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. • The LED light on the transmitter will ﬂash once. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent •...
Page 77 How the System Alarm is Activated To avoid activating the alarm by accident, do one of the following: If a door or the trunk or liftgate is opened without using • Unlock the driver’s or passenger’s front door using the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter, the the key.
Page 78: Immobilizer
Immobilizer If your vehicle has an immobilizer system, your vehicle has a special key that works with the theft-deterrent system. There is a transponder in the key head that is This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. electronically coded.
Page 79: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating Your If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to be undamaged, try another key. At this time, you Vehicle may also want to check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-80. If the engine still does not start with the other key, your vehicle needs service.
Page 80: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions Notice: Using a tool to force the key from the ignition switch could cause damage or break the key. Use the correct key and turn the key only with With the key in the your hand. Make sure the key is all the way in. If ignition switch, you can it is, turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key to four...
Page 81: Starting Your Engine
Starting Your Engine Notice: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat Automatic Transaxle can damage your starter motor. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
Page 82: Engine Coolant Heater
Engine Coolant Heater CAUTION: Your vehicle has an engine coolant heater. In very cold weather, 0°F (−18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You will get easier starting and better Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the could cause an electrical shock.
Page 83: Automatic Transaxle Operation
Automatic Transaxle Operation PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It is the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle cannot move easily. CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 84 Ensure that the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine does not starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic connect with the wheels. To restart while you are transaxle shift lock control system. You have to apply already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.
Page 85 AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D4): This position is for FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power normal driving. but lower fuel economy than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the Notice: Driving your vehicle if you notice that it shift lever is put in FIRST (1), the transaxle will not shift is moving slowly or not shifting gears as you...
Page 86 Hold Mode While on, the HOLD indicator light on the secondary information center will light up. See Hold Mode Light If your vehicle’s transaxle has hold mode, you can on page 3-28. select this mode to drive with some characteristics of When hold mode is activated, the transaxle is ﬁxed in a manual transaxle.
Page 87: Manual Transaxle Operation
Manual Transaxle Operation SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the Five-Speed accelerator pedal. This is your shift pattern. THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5): Shift into THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5), the same way you do for SECOND (2).
Page 88: Parking Brake
Shift Speeds Parking Brake CAUTION: If you skip a gear when you downshift, you could lose control of your vehicle. You could injure yourself or others. Don’t shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift. The parking brake lever is located between the bucket seats.
Page 89: Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle)
Shifting Into Park (P) To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down and pull up on the parking brake lever. If the ignition is (Automatic Transaxle) on, the brake system warning light will come on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-21. To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal CAUTION: down.
Page 90 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Torque Lock (Automatic Transaxle) Running (Automatic Transaxle) 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 CAUTION: the transaxle.
Page 91: Shifting Out Of Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle)
Shifting Out of Park (P) 4. Insert the key into the shift-lock release slot (Automatic Transaxle) and press and hold the key. Your automatic transaxle vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is turned to ON.
Page 92: Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transaxle)
Parking Your Vehicle Parking Over Things That Burn (Manual Transaxle) Before leaving your vehicle, do the following: 1. Hold the brake pedal down and ﬁrmly apply the parking brake. 2. Fully press in the clutch pedal and place the shift lever into the gear position as stated below: •...
Page 93: Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: • Repairs were not done correctly. • Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modiﬁed improperly. Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see your vehicle: or smell.
Page 94: Running Your Engine While You Are Parked
Running Your Engine While You CAUTION: Are Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle you ever have to, here are some things to know. if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 95: Mirrors
Mirrors Outside Manual Mirrors The outside rearview mirrors should be adjusted so Manual Rearview Mirror you can see a little of the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position. While sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle.
Page 96: Outside Power Mirror
Outside Power Mirror Outside Convex Mirror Your vehicle may have an outside power mirror control that adjusts the passenger’s side mirror. CAUTION: The control for the power mirror is located A convex mirror can make things (like other on the driver’s door panel, vehicles) look farther away than they really are.
Page 97: Storage Areas
Storage Areas Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the handle upward. Cupholder(s) The two cupholders are located in the center instrument panel, below the climate control system. To use the cupholder, push in on its outer edge. Then pull out the cupholder.
Page 98: Sunglasses Storage Compartment
Sunglasses Storage Compartment Sunroof If the vehicle has this feature, the switch is located on the headliner between the sun visors. The sunroof will only operate when the ignition is turned to ON. The sunroof can be opened to a vent position or it can be opened all of the way.
Page 99 Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview .......3-4 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ....3-19 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-5 Instrument Panel Cluster ........3-20 Other Warning Devices ........3-5 Speedometer and Odometer ......3-21 Horn .............3-6 Trip Odometer ..........3-21 Tilt Wheel .............3-6 Tachometer ..........3-21 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ......3-6 Safety Belt Reminder Tone ......3-21 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......3-7...
Page 100 Section 3 Instrument Panel Audio System(s) ..........3-33 Care of Your CDs .........3-45 AM-FM Radio ..........3-33 Care of Your CD Player ........3-45 Radio with CD (Base Level) ......3-35 Fixed Mast Antenna ........3-45 Radio with CD (MP3) ........3-39 Backglass Antenna (Four-Door) .......3-46 Radio Reception ...........3-45...
Page 101 NOTES...
Page 102: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 103: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers The main components of your instrument panel are the following: Your hazard warning ﬂashers let you warn others. They A. Air Outlet. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-17. also let police know you have a problem. Your front B.
Page 104: Horn
Horn Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Press near or on the horn symbols on your steering wheel pad to sound the horn. Tilt Wheel Your vehicle has a tilt wheel which allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle.
Page 105: Turn And Lane-Change Signals
Turn and Lane-Change Signals Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two To change the headlamps from low beam to high downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you beam, push the turn signal/multifunction lever away to signal a turn or a lane change.
Page 106: Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers LO (Low Speed): Move the lever to this position for steady wiping at low speed. INT (Intermittent): Move the lever to this position to choose a delayed wiping cycle. OFF: Move the lever to this position to turn off the windshield wipers.
Page 107: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer ﬂuid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. When you release the lever, the washers will stop, but the wipers will continue to wipe for several cycles and will either stop or will resume at the speed you were using before.
Page 108: Headlamps On Reminder
The DRL system will make your low-beam headlamps (Parking Lamps): Turn the band to this position to come on when the following conditions are met: turn on the parking lamps, together with the previously • listed lamps and lights. The ignition is on. •...
Page 109: Fog Lamps
Fog Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness If your vehicle has fog lamps, use them for better This feature controls the brightness of the instrument visibility in foggy or misty conditions. The control for the panel lights. fog lamps is a band located on the middle of the turn signal/multifunction lever.
Page 110: Dome Lamp
Dome Lamp Accessory Power Outlets Your vehicle will have one of the following dome lamp With the accessory power outlet, you can plug in switches. auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or CB radio. The accessory power outlet is located next to the parking brake on the center console.
Page 111: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working as they should. The repairs would not The ashtray is located at the lower part of the center be covered by your warranty. Check with your instrument panel.
Page 112: Climate Controls
Climate Controls (Fan): Turn the middle knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed. In any setting other than off, the fan will run continuously Climate Control System with the ignition on. The fan must be on in order for the air conditioning compressor to run.
Page 113 A/C (Air Conditioning): If your vehicle has air (Recirculation): This mode keeps outside air conditioning, follow these steps to use the system. Start from coming into the vehicle. It can be used to prevent the engine and set the fan control knob to the desired outside air and odors from entering your vehicle or speed.
Page 114 Defogging and Defrosting To help clear the side windows quickly, do the following: 1. Select the bi-level mode. Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity 2. Select the highest fan speed. or moisture condensing on the cool window glass. This can be minimized if the climate control system is 3.
Page 115: Outlet Adjustment
Rear Window and Outside Mirror Outlet Adjustment Defogger Use the knob located in the center of each outlet to change the direction of the airﬂow. Your vehicle may have a rear window and outside mirror defogger. This feature will only work when the Operation Tips ignition is turned to ON.
Page 116: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Passenger Compartment Air Filter Your vehicle may have a passenger compartment air ﬁlter. It is located behind the glove box and can be accessed after removing the glove box from its housing. The ﬁlter traps most of the pollen from air entering the module.
Page 117: Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages, and Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages Indicators and warning lights work together to let you know when there’s a problem with your vehicle. This part describes the warning lights and gages that When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on may be on your vehicle.
Page 118: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, how much fuel you are using, and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically. Your vehicle’s instrument panel cluster includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages.
Page 119: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Safety Belt Reminder Tone Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both If your vehicle has this feature, a tone will sound for miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). several seconds when the ignition is turned to ON to Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has remind people to fasten their safety belts.
Page 120: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the Your vehicle has an ﬂoor.
Page 121: Fuel Gage
• See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-7 It takes a little more or less fuel to ﬁll up than the for additional information. gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a Fuel Gage little more or less than half the tank’s capacity to ﬁll the tank.
Page 122: Secondary Information Center (Sic)
Secondary Information Center (SIC) The secondary information center (SIC) displays some of the warning lights and indicators. The SIC is located in the center of the instrument panel, above the center air outlets. The digital clock is also located in the center of the SIC.
Page 123: Clock
Clock Safety Belt Reminder Light Your vehicle has a digital clock. The clock is located in The safety belt light will the secondary instrument cluster on the center of the come on and stay on instrument panel, above the center air outlets. When the until the driver’s safety ignition is turned to ACC or ON, the time is displayed in belt is buckled.
Page 124: Airbag Readiness Light
Airbag Readiness Light CAUTION: There is an airbag readiness light on the secondary information center (SIC), which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag’s electrical If the airbag readiness light stays on after you system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is start your vehicle, it means the airbag system an electrical problem.
Page 125: Charging System Light
Charging System Light Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light The charging system light will come on brieﬂy when If your vehicle has an you turn on the ignition, anti-lock brake system, and the engine is not this light will come on when running, as a check the ignition is turned to to show you it is working.
Page 126: Hold Mode Light
Hold Mode Light This system is called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the If your vehicle has this life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner feature, this light will come environment.
Page 127 When the ignition is on, this light should come on If the light continues to ﬂash, when it is safe to do so, and should go out after a few seconds as a check stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle. to show you it is working.
Page 128 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Have you recently changed brands of fuel? Programs If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. Poor fuel quality will Some state/provincial and local governments have or cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed.
Page 129: Oil Pressure Light
Oil Pressure Light CAUTION: If you have low engine oil pressure, this light will Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. stay on after you start If you do, your engine can become so hot that your engine, or come on when you are driving.
Page 130: Fog Lamp Light
Fog Lamp Light A ﬂashing DRL light indicates a possible burned out headlamp, or that the vehicle may need service to repair a defective DRL relay. See your GM dealer. If your vehicle has this See Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 3-10 for feature, the fog lamps light more information.
Page 131: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) AM-FM Radio Notice: Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle, like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone, or two-way radio, make sure that it can be added by checking with your dealer. Also, check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units.
Page 132 Finding a Station 4. Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons for longer than two seconds. Ch will appear on the display when the station has AM/FM: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, been set. Whenever that numbered pushbutton or AM.
Page 133: Radio With Cd (Base Level)
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Radio with CD (Base Level) (Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, press this button until BAL appears on the display. Then turn the volume knob to increase or to decrease the balance between the right and the left speakers.
Page 134 Setting Preset Stations Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) Up to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM), can SOUND (Bass/Treble): Press this button until BAS be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons, appears on the display. Then turn the volume knob to by performing the following steps: increase or to decrease the bass.
Page 135 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) 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 SOUND (Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance stopped, if it was the last selected audio source.
Page 136 CD Messages 4 RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to hear the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. RDM will appear on the display. Press this pushbutton again to CHECK CD: If this message appears on the display turn off random play. and/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: TRACK (Previous/Next Track): Turn this knob one...
Page 137: Radio With Cd (Mp3)
Radio with CD (MP3) SCAN: Push and release this knob to scan radio stations. The radio will go to a station, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next station. Push this knob again to stop scanning. The radio will only scan stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band.
Page 138 Automatic Store SOUND (Equalization): Press this button until EQ OFF appears on the display to select customized equalization Six FM1 preset stations with the strongest reception settings designed for classic, pop, rock, jazz, and in the region can be automatically stored. Press the voice.
Page 139 Playing a CD If an error appears on the display, see “CD Messages” later in this section. Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The 2 RPT (Repeat): Press this pushbutton to repeat the player will pull it in and the CD should begin playing. current track.
Page 140 CD: Press this button to play a CD when listening to If you wish to play large numbers of ﬁles, folders, the radio. CDP will appear on the display when the CD playlists or sessions minimize the length of the ﬁle, player has been selected.
Page 141 No Folder File System and Naming When the CD contains only compressed ﬁles, the ﬁles will The song name that will be displayed will be the song be located under the root folder. The next and previous name that is contained in the ID3 tag. If the song name is folder functions will have no function on a CD that was not present in the ID3 tag, then the radio will display the recorded without folders or playlists.
Page 142 If you turn off the ignition or radio with a CD in the TRACK (Previous/Next File): Turn this knob one notch player, it will stay in the player. When you turn on the to go to the ﬁrst track in the previous or to go to the ignition or radio, the CD will start playing where it next folder.
Page 143: Radio Reception
• Care of Your CDs There may have been a problem while burning the CD. Handle CDs carefully. Store them in their original • The label may be caught in the CD player. cases or other protective cases and away from direct If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other reason, sunlight and dust.
Page 144: Backglass Antenna (Four-Door)
Backglass Antenna (Four-Door) Because this antenna is built into your rear window, there is a reduced risk of damage caused by car washes and vandals. The AM-FM antenna is integrated with the rear window defogger, located in the rear window. Be sure that If you choose to add a cellular telephone to your the inside surface of the rear window is not scratched vehicle, and the antenna needs to be attached to the...
Page 145 Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..4-2 Freeway Driving ...........4-19 Defensive Driving ...........4-2 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .......4-20 Drunken Driving ..........4-3 Highway Hypnosis ........4-21 Control of a Vehicle ........4-5 Hill and Mountain Roads ........4-22 Braking ............4-6 Winter Driving ..........4-23 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......4-6...
Page 146: Your Driving, The Road, And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and Rear-end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents. Yet they are common. Allow enough following Your Vehicle distance. It is the best defensive driving maneuver, in both city and rural driving. You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn Defensive Driving suddenly.
Page 147: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving 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, Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is it is against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. a national tragedy.
Page 148 According to the American Medical Association, a 180 lb the person’s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml) A person who consumes food just before or during bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level.
Page 149: Control Of A Vehicle
All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent. Statistics show that the chance of being CAUTION: in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0.05 percent or above. A driver with a BAC level of 0.06 percent has doubled his or her chance Drinking and then driving is very dangerous.
Page 150: Braking
Braking If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and Braking action involves perception time and longer brake life. reaction time. If your engine ever stops while you are driving, brake First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal.
Page 151 The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you.
Page 152: Braking In Emergencies
Remember: Anti-lock does not change the time you If you do not have anti-lock brakes, use a “squeeze” need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always braking technique. This will give you maximum braking decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to while maintaining steering control.
Page 153 Steering Tips The same thing can happen if you are steering through a sharp curve and you suddenly accelerate. Those Driving on Curves two control systems — steering and acceleration — can overwhelm those places where the tires meet the It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed.
Page 154 Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and ﬁnd a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 155: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery Passing You may ﬁnd that your right wheels have dropped off the The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again.
Page 156: Loss Of Control
• Remember that your right outside mirror is convex. Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to The vehicle you just passed may seem to be farther pass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For away from you than it really is. one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you are following a larger •...
Page 157 Skidding While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. or braking, including engine braking by shifting to a Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable lower gear.
Page 158: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Here are some tips on night driving. • Drive defensively. • Do not drink and drive. • Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. • Since you cannot see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles.
Page 159: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
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 160 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy CAUTION: rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road, and even people walking.
Page 161 Driving Through Flowing Water Hydroplaning does not happen often. But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road.
Page 162: City Driving
City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: • Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip.
Page 163: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving 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. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic ﬂow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.
Page 164: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Before Leaving on a Long Trip Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there is not another vehicle in your blind spot. Make sure you are ready. Try to be well rested. If you must start when you are not fresh —...
Page 165: Highway Hypnosis
• What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, aware that it can happen. trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving? Are the tires all inﬂated Then here are some tips: to the recommended pressure? •...
Page 166: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads 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. • Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all ﬂuid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system, and transaxle.
Page 167: Winter Driving
Winter Driving 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 168 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 169 What is the worst time for this? Wet ice. Very cold Remember, unless you have ABS, if you brake so hard snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet that your wheels stop rolling, you will just slide. Brake ice can be even more trouble because it may offer so your wheels always keep rolling and you can the least traction of all.
Page 170 If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: •...
Page 171 Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little CAUTION: faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged.
Page 172: If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Notice: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the Ice or Snow wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth, you can destroy your transaxle. See In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 4-28.
Page 173: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight or maximum load amount and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options.
Page 174 The Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the driver’s side, center pillar, below the door latch. There is also important loading information on the Certiﬁcation label. It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the front and rear axle;...
Page 175 Example 2 Example 3 Item Description Total Item Description Total Vehicle Capacity Weight Vehicle Capacity Weight or Maximum Load for 1,000 lbs (453 kg) or Maximum Load for 1,000 lbs (453 kg) Example 2 = Example 3 = Subtract Occupant Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 750 lbs (340 kg)
Page 176 Certiﬁcation Label CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles.
Page 177: Towing
If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), CAUTION: see “Recreational Vehicle Towing” following. Recreational Vehicle Towing Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle in a crash.
Page 178: Towing A Trailer
• Do you have the proper towing equipment? See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations. • Is your vehicle ready to be towed? Just as you would prepare your vehicle for a long trip, you will want to make sure your vehicle is prepared to be towed.
Page 179 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............5-3 Engine Overheating ........5-24 Doing Your Own Service Work ......5-4 Cooling System ..........5-26 Adding Equipment to the Outside Power Steering Fluid ........5-31 of Your Vehicle ...........5-4 Windshield Washer Fluid ........5-32 Brakes ............5-33 Fuel ..............5-5 Battery ............5-36 Gasoline Octane ..........5-5 Jump Starting ..........5-36...
Page 180 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Tires ..............5-48 Washing Your Vehicle ........5-74 Tire Sidewall Labelling ........5-49 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses .....5-74 Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions .....5-51 Finish Care ..........5-74 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure .........5-54 Windshield and Wiper Blades ......5-75 Tire Inspection and Rotation ......5-55 Aluminum Wheels .........5-75 When It Is Time for New Tires .......5-57 Tires ............5-76...
Page 181: Service
Service California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to emit chemicals known to the State of California to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive for all your service needs.
Page 182: Doing Your Own Service Work
Doing Your Own Service Work CAUTION: 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 You can be injured and your vehicle could be this manual can.
Page 183: Fuel
Fuel Gasoline Speciﬁcations It is recommended that gasoline meet speciﬁcations Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the which were developed by automobile manufacturers proper maintenance of your vehicle. around the world and contained in the World-Wide Fuel Charter which is available from the Alliance of Automobile Gasoline Octane Manufacturers at www.autoalliance.org/fuel_charter.htm.
Page 184: Additives
Additives Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States (MMT); ask the attendant where you buy gasoline are now required to contain additives that will help whether the fuel contains MMT.
Page 185: Filling Your Tank
Filling Your Tank To open the fuel ﬁller door, pull up on the release lever located on the ﬂoor on the outboard side of the CAUTION: driver’s seat. Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel ﬁre can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island.
Page 186 CAUTION: If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop.
Page 187: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: CAUTION: If a ﬁre starts while you are refueling, do not remove the nozzle. Shut off the ﬂow of fuel by Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in shutting off the pump or by notifying the your vehicle.
Page 188: Checking Things Under The Hood
Checking Things Under Hood Release the Hood To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the hood release handle inside the CAUTION: vehicle. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running.
Page 189 3. Lift the hood and release the hood prop from its Before closing the hood, be sure all the ﬁller caps are retainer located on the underside of the hood. on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop.
Page 190: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood, here is what you will see: Automatic shown, Manual similar 5-12...
Page 191: Engine Oil
Engine Oil A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-17. If the oil pressure light B. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil” appears on the instrument under Engine Oil on page 5-13. cluster, it means you C.
Page 192 When to Add Engine Oil What Kind of Engine Oil to Use If the oil is at or below the lower hole at the tip of the dipstick (B), 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 193 • Notice: Use only engine oil identiﬁed as meeting SAE 5W-30 GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed For Gasoline Engines for your vehicle. starburst symbol. Failure to use the recommended These numbers on an oil container show its oil can result in engine damage not covered by viscosity, or thickness.
Page 194 When to Change Engine Oil What to Do with Used Oil If any one of these is true for you, use the short trip/city Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be maintenance schedule: unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long.
Page 195: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) and replace every 30,000 miles (50 000 km). If you are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the ﬁlter at each engine oil change. How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter To inspect the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter remove the ﬁlter...
Page 196: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
Automatic Transaxle Fluid To inspect or replace the ﬁlter, do the following: 1. Remove the screws and lift off the cover. When to Check 2. Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter. Check your automatic transaxle ﬂuid level at least twice 3.
Page 197 Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: ﬂuid level if you have been driving: The automatic transaxle dipstick is located toward the • When outside temperatures are above 90°F (32°C). front of the engine compartment, near the power steering ﬂuid reservoir.
Page 198: Manual Transaxle Fluid
How to Add Fluid Manual Transaxle Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what It is not necessary to check the transaxle ﬂuid level. kind of transaxle ﬂuid to use. See Part D: Recommended A transaxle ﬂuid leak is the only reason for ﬂuid loss. Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-24.
Page 199: Engine Coolant
When to Check and What to Use To check the ﬂuid level, look on the side of the reservoir. If the ﬂuid reaches the MAX (A) mark on the reservoir, Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine the ﬂuid level is correct. The reservoir is located how often you should check the ﬂuid level in your near the back of the engine compartment on the driver’s master cylinder reservoir and for the proper ﬂuid.
Page 200 What to Use Notice: If you use an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and coolant The repair cost would not be covered by your that meets GM Speciﬁcation 1825M, which will not warranty.
Page 201 Checking Coolant CAUTION: Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. Never turn the surge tank pressure cap — even a little — when the engine and radiator are hot.
Page 202: Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
Adding Coolant Engine Overheating If the level falls below the MIN (B) mark, add the proper You will ﬁnd a coolant temperature gage on your coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when the vehicle’s instrument panel cluster. See Engine Coolant engine is cool.
Page 203 Notice: If your engine catches ﬁre because you If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not If the warning does not come back on, you can drive be covered by your warranty.
Page 204: Cooling System
Cooling System CAUTION: When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
Page 205 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank CAUTION: Notice: This vehicle has a speciﬁc coolant ﬁll Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged.
Page 206 If no coolant is visible in the surge tank, add coolant as follows: CAUTION: CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling before the proper coolant mixture will.
Page 207 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. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. 1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot.
Page 208 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower.
Page 209: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid The power steering ﬂuid reservoir is located toward the front of the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for reservoir location. It is not necessary to regularly check power steering ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise.
Page 210: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid Notice: • When using concentrated washer ﬂuid, follow What to Use the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. When you need windshield washer ﬂuid, be sure to • Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer ﬂuid. read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you Water can cause the solution to freeze and will be operating your vehicle in an area where the damage your washer ﬂuid tank and other parts...
Page 211: Brakes
Brakes So, it is not a good idea to top off your brake ﬂuid. Adding brake ﬂuid will not correct a leak. If you add ﬂuid when your linings are worn, then you will have too Brake Fluid much ﬂuid when you get new brake linings. You should add or remove brake ﬂuid, as necessary, only when Your vehicle has one work is done on the brake hydraulic system.
Page 212 What to Add Notice: • Using the wrong ﬂuid can badly damage brake When you do need brake ﬂuid, use only DOT-3 brake system parts. For example, just a few drops of ﬂuid. Use new brake ﬂuid from a sealed container mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your only.
Page 213 If you have rear drum brakes, they do not have wear indicators, but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing CAUTION: noise, have the rear brake linings inspected immediately. Also, the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or The brake wear warning sound means that changing.
Page 214: Battery
Replacing Brake System Parts Vehicle Storage The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days parts have to be of top quality and work well together if or more, remove the black, negative (−) cable from the vehicle is to have really good braking.
Page 215 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles are not touching CAUTION: 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 Batteries can hurt you.
Page 216 4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find the positive (+) and negative (−) terminal locations on CAUTION: each vehicle. Your vehicle’s positive (+) terminal is located under a red tethered cap on the battery. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 Using a match near a battery can cause battery for more information on location.
Page 217 7. Do not let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a CAUTION: remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Now connect the black negative (−) cable to the Fans or other moving engine parts can injure negative (−) terminal of the good battery.
Page 218 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 11. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs service. Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle.
Page 219: Headlamp Aiming
Bulb Replacement To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the Replacement Bulbs on page 5-47. vehicle that had the dead battery. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this 2.
Page 220: Headlamps
Headlamps 6. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the rear of the bulb. To replace a headlamp bulb, do the following: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-10 for more information. 2. Remove the ﬁve screws from top of the radiator grille.
Page 221: Front Turn Signal And Parking Lamps
9. Remove the old bulb. 10. Install the new bulb. 11. Install the bulb retaining spring. 12. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to install the headlamp assembly. Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps To replace a front turn signal or parking lamp bulb, do the following: 1.
Page 222: Turn Signal Lamps (Side)
Turn Signal Lamps (Side) 5. Install the new bulb into the bulb socket by pushing it in and rotating the bulb socket clockwise. To replace a side turn signal bulb, do the following: 6. Push the side turn signal lamp assembly back into its original position.
Page 223: Sidemarker Lamps (Front)
3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it. 4. Install the new bulb. 5. Reverse Steps 2 through 3 to reinstall. Sidemarker Lamps (Front) To replace a front sidemarker bulb, do the following: 1. Remove the radiator grille and the headlamp assembly.
Page 224: Sidemarker Lamps (Rear)
Sidemarker Lamps (Rear) Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps To replace a rear sidemarker bulb, do the following: 1. Reach into the inside of the rear bumper and locate To replace a taillamp, stoplamp or back-up bulb, do the the rear sidemarker bulb socket.
Page 225: Replacement Bulbs
Windshield Wiper Blade 4. Remove the bulb from the socket by pressing the bulb and turning it counterclockwise. Replacement 5. Install the appropriate bulb into the socket. 6. Replace the bulb socket into the lamp housing. Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least Twist the bulb socket clockwise to secure.
Page 226: Tires
2. Press the retaining clip (A) and pull the wiper blade off the arm. CAUTION: 3. Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2. Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are Tires dangerous. • Overloading your tires can cause Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer.
Page 227: Tire Sidewall Labelling
Tire Sidewall Labelling (B) DOT (Department of Transportation): The Department of Transportation (DOT) code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Useful information about a tire is molded into its Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. sidewall.
Page 228 (B) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (C) Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN): The Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was manufactured.
Page 229 Tire Size (D) Construction Code: A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire. The following illustration shows an example of a typical The letter R means radial ply construction; the letter D passenger car tire size. means diagonal or bias ply construction;...
Page 230 Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a tire’s height to GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, see Loading its width. Your Vehicle on page 4-29. Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is located GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front between the plies and the tread.
Page 231 Normal Occupant Weight: The number of occupants a Sidewall: The portion of a tire between the tread and vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs (68 kg). the bead. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-29. Speed Rating: An alphanumeric code assigned to a Occupant Distribution: Designated seating positions.
Page 232: Inflation - Tire Pressure
Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire: Load on an If your tires have too much air (over-inﬂation), you individual tire due to curb weight, accessory weight, can get the following: occupant weight, and cargo weight. • Unusual wear Vehicle Placard: A label permanently attached to a •...
Page 233: Tire Inspection And Rotation
When to Check If you overﬁll the tire, release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve. Re-check Check your tires once a month or more. Do not forget the tire pressure with the tire gage. to check the compact spare tire, it should be at Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems.
Page 234 The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The ﬁrst rotation rear inﬂation pressures as shown on the tire and loading is the most important.
Page 235 When It Is Time for New Tires You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: • You can see the indicators at three or more places One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to around the tire.
Page 236: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Buying New Tires CAUTION: To ﬁnd out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the tire and loading information label attached to your vehicle. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-29 If you use bias-ply tires on your vehicle, the for a label example and where it is attached to your wheel rim ﬂanges could develop cracks after vehicle.
Page 237 Temperature — A, B, C While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, grades, they must also conform to federal safety representing the tire’s resistance to the generation requirements.
Page 238: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need. Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the same way as the one it replaces.
Page 239: Tire Chains
Tire Chains Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, Notice: Use tire chains only where legal and only vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain when you must.
Page 240: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you would; use in a skid. In any rear blowout, remove your foot from If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage the accelerator pedal.
Page 241 When you have a ﬂat tire, use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of wheel CAUTION: (Continued) blocks. 3. Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised. 4. Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle.
Page 242 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The compact spare tire and tools you will need are located in the trunk. 3. Remove the foam tray. 4. Remove the jack, the jack handle and the wheel wrench from the foam tray. A.
Page 243: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. If your vehicle has wheel covers, loosen the four plastic caps by hand or by using the wheel wrench. The plastic nuts do not come off of the cover. 2. Remove the wheel cover using the ﬂat end of the jack handle or the screwdriver.
Page 244 Hatchback shown, Sedan similar 7. Insert the jack handle into the jack and the wheel wrench onto the end of the jack handle. 4. Locate the notch in the frame near each wheel which the jack head ﬁts in. 5. Position the jack and raise the jack head until it ﬁts CAUTION: ﬁrmly into the notch in the vehicle’s frame nearest the ﬂat tire.
Page 245 CAUTION: CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to positioned can damage the vehicle and even which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal become loose after a time.
Page 246 12. Place the compact spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface. CAUTION: 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 Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If accident.
Page 247 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire 15. Tighten the wheel nuts ﬁrmly in a crisscross and Tools sequence, as shown. CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone.
Page 248: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Notice: Tire chains will not ﬁt your compact spare. Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chains too. Do not use tire chains on Although the compact spare tire was fully inﬂated when your compact spare. your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.
Page 249: Fabric/Carpet
• They can all be hazardous — some more than Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean others — and they can all damage the vehicle, too. area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn.
Page 250: Vinyl
Using Cleaner on Fabric Special Fabric Cleaning Problems 1. First, try the cleaner on an area of the fabric that is Stains caused by such things as catsup, black coffee, not easily seen to make sure the cleaner does not egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine, affect the color of the fabric.
Page 251: Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel Care of Safety Belts Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces Keep belts clean and dry. of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reﬂections in the CAUTION: windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions.
Page 252: Washing Your Vehicle
Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care The paint ﬁnish on the vehicle provides beauty, depth Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle of color, gloss retention, and durability. by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint ﬁnish. GM-approved cleaning products The best way to preserve the vehicle’s ﬁnish is to keep it can be obtained from your dealer.
Page 253: Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather, and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years. To help keep the paint ﬁnish looking Notice: If you use strong soaps, chemicals, new, keep the vehicle in a garage or covered whenever abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, or cleaners possible.
Page 254: Tires
Sheet Metal Damage Notice: If you drive your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes, you could damage the aluminum If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal or chrome-plated wheels. The repairs would not repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop be covered by your warranty.
Page 255: Underbody Maintenance
Underbody Maintenance Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing control can collect on the underbody. If these are not the following products. removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, ﬂoor pan, Description Usage...
Page 256: Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Description Usage Removes swirl marks, ﬁne Swirl Remover Polish scratches and other light Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) surface contamination. Removes light scratches Cleaner Wax and protects ﬁnish. Cleans, shines and Foaming Tire Shine protects in one easy step, Low Gloss no wiping necessary.
Page 257: Service Parts Identification Label
Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label Headlamp Wiring You will ﬁnd this label on the inside of the glove box. The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses, one for each It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts. headlamp, in the fuse block. An electrical overload On this label, you will ﬁnd the following: will cause the lamps to turn off.
Page 258: Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Fuses and Circuit Breakers Instrument Panel Fuse Block The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse.
Page 259 Fuses Usage Cigar Lighter HORN, Horn, Rear Fog Lamps REAR/FOG RADIO, CLK Audio, Clock STOP Stop Lamp TRN/SIG Turn Signal CLSTR, Instrument Panel Cluster, HAZRD Hazard Flasher CLSTR, CLK Instrument Panel Cluster, Clock DR/LCK Door Lock, Remote Keyless Entry BCK/UP Back-Up Lamp Engine Control Module, ECM, TCM...
Page 260: Engine Compartment Fuse Block
Engine Compartment Fuse Block Fuses Usage ENG FUSE Engine Fuse AIRBAG Airbag HVAC HVAC Blower Anti-lock Brake System BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used DIODE (ABS) Anti-lock Brake System Diode BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used CLK, RADIO Clock, Audio The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle, near the battery.
Page 261 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage HI BEAM RT Passenger’s Side Headlamp High BLANK Not Used DIODE (FOG) Fog Lamp Diode LOW BEAM RT Passenger’s Side Headlamp Low HI BEAM LT Driver’s Side Headlamp High Parking Lamp Right Side, ILLUM RT Illumination Circuit 5-83...
Page 262 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage LOW BEAM LT Driver’s Side Headlamp Low IGN 1 Ignition 1 Parking Lamp Left Side, PWR WNDW Power Windows ILLUM LT License Plate Lamp SPARE Spare INT LTS Room Lamp BLANK Not Used Relays Usage DEFOG Defogger BLANK Not Used...
Page 263 Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-24 for more information. Capacities Application English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a 1.48 lbs 0.67 kg Cooling System 6.3 quarts 6.0 L Engine Oil with Filter...
Page 264 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your dealer. Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ® ACDelco Part Part GM Part Number Number A/C Filter 96539649 — Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 96536694 —...
Page 265 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ........6-2 At Least Twice a Year ........6-18 Introduction ...........6-2 At Least Once a Year ........6-19 Maintenance Requirements ......6-2 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections ..6-22 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....6-2 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle How This Section is Organized ......6-3 Boot and Seal Inspection ......6-22 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ...6-4...
Page 266: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Requirements Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections and Introduction recommended ﬂuids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and working condition. Any damage caused by failure to change as recommended.
Page 267: How This Section Is Organized
How This Section is Organized If you want to purchase service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-12. This maintenance schedule is divided into ﬁve parts: “Part B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what should be checked and when. It also explains what “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services”...
Page 268: Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance When you go to your dealer for your service needs, you will know that GM-trained and supported service Services people will perform the work using genuine GM parts. The proper ﬂuids and lubricants to use are listed in In this part are scheduled maintenance services which Part D.
Page 269: Selecting The Right Schedule
Selecting the Right Schedule Short Trip/City Intervals First you will need to decide which of the two schedules Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter is right for your vehicle. Here is how to decide which Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). schedule to follow: Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Tire Rotation.
Page 270: Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
Long Trip/Highway Deﬁnition Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Spark Plug Wire Replacement. Timing Belt Replacement. EVAP System Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none Solenoid Valve Filter Replacement. of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled Every 90,000 Miles (150 000 km): Fuel Filter Maintenance are true.
Page 271 Footnotes 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, † The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life.
Page 272 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) Replace passenger compartment air ﬁlter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the ﬁlter Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, may require replacement more often. whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. Replace engine air cleaner ﬁlter.
Page 273 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. Replace passenger compartment air ﬁlter.
Page 274 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plug wires. An Emission Control Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, Service. whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. Inspect drive belt(s). 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) Replace timing belt.
Page 275 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter. If necessary, replace the ﬁlter. If vehicle is driven in dusty/dirty conditions, Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, inspect ﬁlter at every engine oil change. See whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-17 for more Rotate tires.
Page 276 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, cap. An Emission Control Service. whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. Inspect EVAP canister, vapor lines and solenoid 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) valve ﬁlter.
Page 277: Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Maintenance Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control The services shown in this schedule up to Service. 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated Rotate tires.
Page 278 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Inspect drive belt(s). Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 12 months, Inspect timing belt. whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. Drain, ﬂush and reﬁll cooling system. This service can be complex;...
Page 279 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 12 months, Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service.
Page 280 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) Replace spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 12 months, Inspect drive belt(s). whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Replace timing belt. Service. Drain, ﬂush and reﬁll cooling system. This service Rotate tires.
Page 281 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) Inspect drive belt(s). Inspect timing belt. Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 12 months, Drain, ﬂush and reﬁll cooling system. This service whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control can be complex; you should have your dealer Service.
Page 282: Part B: Owner Checks And Services
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer ﬂuid level in the windshield Listed in this part are owner checks and services washer tank and add the proper ﬂuid if necessary. which should be performed at the intervals speciﬁed to See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-32 for further help ensure the safety, dependability and emission details.
Page 283: At Least Once A Year
Automatic Transaxle Check Also look for any opened or broken airbag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. (The airbag system Check the transaxle ﬂuid level; add if needed. See does not need regular maintenance.) Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 5-18. A ﬂuid loss Wiper Blade Check may indicate a problem.
Page 284 Starter Switch Check Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION: CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle When you are doing this inspection, the moves, you or others could be injured. vehicle could move suddenly.
Page 285 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the parking brake. the ignition to LOCK in each shift lever position. •...
Page 286: Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Exhaust System Inspection Inspections Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, Listed in this part are inspections and services which missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams, should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, holes, loose connections or other conditions which each spring and fall).
Page 287: Engine Cooling System Inspection
Engine Cooling System Inspection Brake System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, ﬁttings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the chaﬁng, etc.
Page 288: Part D: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Usage Fluid/Lubricant Lubricants Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or System equivalent DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part Windshield number or speciﬁcation may be obtained from your ® GM Optikleen Washer Solvent.
Page 289 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant Chassis Lubricant Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Hood and Door Manual (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, Hinges Transaxle Shift in Canada 88901242) or lubricant in Canada 10953474). Linkage meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Dielectric Silicone Grease Category LB or GC-LB.
Page 290: Part E: Maintenance Record
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Odometer Date...
Page 291 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Record Reading 6-27...
Page 292 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Record Reading 6-28...
Page 293 Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information Customer Assistance and Information ....7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ........7-11 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......7-2 Reporting Safety Defects to the Online Owner Center ........7-4 United States Government ......7-11 Customer Assistance for Text Reporting Safety Defects to the Telephone (TTY) Users ........7-4 Canadian Government ........7-11 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-4...
Page 294: Customer Assistance And Information
Customer Assistance and STEP TWO: If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be Information resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Pontiac Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-762-2737. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Page 295 STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealer You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using are committed to making sure you are completely the toll-free telephone number or write them at the satisﬁed with your new vehicle. However, if you continue following address: to remain unsatisﬁed after following the procedure BBB Auto Line Program...
Page 296: Online Owner Center
Online Owner Center Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs. Speciﬁc vehicle information can be found in To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or one place. speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), The Online Owner Center allows you to: Pontiac has TTY equipment available at its Customer...
Page 297 Mexico, Central America and From Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) Caribbean Islands/Countries 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Fax Number: 313-381-0022 From U.S. Virgin Islands: Islands) — Customer Assistance 1-800-496-9994 General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. Fax Number: 313-381-0022 Customer Assistance Center Canada —...
Page 298: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
GM Mobility Reimbursement Roadside Assistance Program Program As the owner of a new Pontiac vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Pontiac Roadside This program, available to qualiﬁed applicants, can Assistance program. This value-added service is reimburse you up to $1,000 toward eligible aftermarket intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive driver’s or passenger’s adaptive equipment you may in the city or travel the open road.
Page 299 • • Flat Tire Change: Installation of a spare tire will be Mileage, Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN), covered at no charge. The customer is responsible and delivery date of the vehicle. for the repair or replacement of the tire if not •...
Page 300: Courtesy Transportation
Courtesy Transportation If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately, keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is Pontiac has always exempliﬁed quality and value in its safety-related. If it is, please call your dealership, let offering of motor vehicles.
Page 301 Public Transportation or Fuel Additional Program Information Reimbursement Courtesy Transportation is available during the If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is reimbursement of up to a ﬁve-day maximum may be not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A available for the use of public transportation such as a separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner taxi or bus.
Page 302: Vehicle Data Collection And Event Data Recorders
Vehicle Data Collection and Event To read this information, special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the device that stores Data Recorders the data is required. GM will not access information about a crash event or share it with others other than: Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a •...
Page 303: Reporting Safety Defects
Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government Reporting Safety Defects to the If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle United States Government has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could Motors of Canada Limited.
Page 304: Service Publications Ordering Information
Service Bulletins In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: Service Bulletins give technical service information General Motors of Canada Limited needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to 1908 Colonel Sam Drive assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle.
Page 305 Current and Past Model Order Forms Or you can write to: Helm, Incorporated Service Publications are available for current and P.O. Box 07130 past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, Detroit, MI 48207 please specify year and model name of the vehicle. Prices are subject to change without notice and without ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 incurring obligation.
Page 306 NOTES 7-14...
Page 307 Appearance Care (cont.) Fabric/Carpet ..........5-71 Accessory Power Outlets ......... 3-12 Finish Care ..........5-74 Additives, Fuel ..........5-6 Finish Damage ..........5-76 Add-On Electrical Equipment ......5-79 Glass Surfaces ..........5-73 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ......... 5-17 Instrument Panel ......... 5-73 Air Conditioning ..........
Page 308 Backglass Antenna .......... 3-46 California Fuel ..........5-5 Battery ............5-36 Canadian Owners ..........ii Before Leaving on a Long Trip ......4-20 Capacities and Speciﬁcations ......5-85 Brake Carbon Monoxide ..... 2-9, 2-11, 2-31, 4-23, 4-34 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......4-6 Care of Emergencies ..........
Page 309 Child Restraints (cont.) Clutch, Hydraulic ..........5-20 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Compact Spare Tire ........5-70 Front Seat Position ........1-46 Control of a Vehicle .......... 4-5 Top Strap ........... 1-38 Coolant Top Strap Anchor Location ......1-39 Engine Temperature Gage ......
Page 310 Daytime Running Lamps ........3-10 Electrical System Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light ..... 3-32 Add-On Equipment ........5-79 Defensive Driving ..........4-2 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ....5-82 Doing Your Own Service Work ......5-4 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......5-80 Dome Lamp ...........
Page 311 Fuel (cont.) Gasoline Speciﬁcations ........5-5 Filter Low Warning Light ........3-23 Engine Air Cleaner ........5-17 System Inspection ........6-22 Finish Damage ..........5-76 Fuses Fixed Mast Antenna ........3-45 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ....5-82 Flash-to-Pass ........... 3-7 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......
Page 312 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-5 Ignition Positions ..........2-18 Head Restraints ..........1-5 Immobilizer ............ 2-16 Headlamp Immobilizer Operation ........2-16 Aiming ............5-41 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ....1-30 Headlamp Wiring ..........5-79 Inﬂation -- Tire Pressure ........5-54 Headlamps ............
Page 313 Locks Central Door Unlocking System ....... 2-7 Labelling, Tire Sidewall ........5-49 Door ............2-7 Lamps Lockout Protection ......... 2-9 Dome ............3-12 Rear Door Security Locks ....... 2-8 Exterior ............3-9 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance ..6-13 Fog ........... 3-11, 5-44 Loss of Control ..........
Page 314 Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Part D - Recommended Fluids and New Vehicle Break-In ........2-17 Lubricants ..........6-24 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts .... 5-86 Part E - Maintenance Record ......6-26 Selecting the Right Schedule ......6-5 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance ..... 6-6 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection ......
Page 315 Park (P) Radios ............3-33 Shifting Into ..........2-27 AM-FM Radio ..........3-33 Shifting Out of ..........2-29 Care of Your CD Player ....... 3-45 Parking Care of Your CDs ........3-45 Brake ............2-26 Radio with CD ........3-35, 3-39 Over Things That Burn .........
Page 316 Restraint Systems Seats Checking ............ 1-54 Driver Seat Height Adjuster ......1-3 Replacing Parts ........... 1-55 Head Restraints ..........1-5 Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ..1-23 Manual ............1-2 Roadside Rear Seat Operation ....... 1-6, 1-9 Assistance Program ........7-6 Reclining Seatbacks ........
Page 317 Speciﬁcations, Capacities ......... 5-85 Tires (cont.) Speedometer ..........3-21 Chains ............5-61 Starting Your Engine ........2-19 Changing a Flat Tire ........5-62 Steering ............4-8 Cleaning ............ 5-76 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Compact Spare Tire ........5-70 Boot and Seal Inspection ......
Page 318 Trip Odometer ..........3-21 Trunk .............. 2-9 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ....3-19 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......3-7 Warnings Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ......3-6 Hazard Warning Flashers ....... 3-5 Other Warning Devices ........3-5 Safety and Symbols ......... iii Vehicle Damage ..........