Page 1: Table Of Contents
2003 Pontiac Sunﬁre 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 ..........1-7 Towing ........... 4-31 Safety Belts ..........1-8 Service and Appearance Care ......
Page 2: How To Use This Manual
Detroit, MI 48207 GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, PONTIAC, How to Use This Manual the PONTIAC Emblem and the name SUNFIRE are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they ﬁrst receive their new vehicle. If...
Page 3 Safety Warnings and Symbols In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard. Please read these cautions. If you don’t, you You will ﬁnd a number of safety cautions in this book. or others could be hurt.
Page 4: Vehicle Symbols
Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this book you will ﬁnd these notices: Your vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols, used on your vehicle, Notice: These mean there is something that could are shown along with the text describing the operation damage your vehicle.
Page 5 These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may ﬁnd on your vehicle:...
Page 6 NOTES...
Page 7: Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ............1-2 Where to Put the Restraint ......1-38 Manual Seats ..........1-2 Top Strap ............1-39 Reclining Seatbacks ........1-4 Top Strap Anchor Location ......1-40 Head Restraints ..........1-5 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Seatback Latches ...........1-6 Children (LATCH System) ......1-41 Easy Entry Seat ..........1-6 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for...
Page 8: Front Seats
Front Seats Manual Seats CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you don’t want to.
Page 9 Your vehicle will be equipped with one of the following passenger seat adjusters. If your vehicle is equipped with easy entry seats, this is your front passenger seat adjuster. Pull up on the lever located at the front of the passenger’s seat to If your vehicle is not equipped with easy entry seats, unlock it.
Page 10: Reclining Seatbacks
Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is outboard side of the seat and move the seatback moving. to where you want it. Release the lever and push rearward on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
Page 11: Head Restraints
Head Restraints CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body.
Page 12 Seatback Latches Easy Entry Seat If your vehicle is a two-door model, the front seatback folds forward to let people get into the back seat. CAUTION: To fold a front seatback forward, lift the latch located on the lower back If the easy entry right front seat isn’t locked, it side of the seatback can move.
Page 13: Rear Seats
Rear Seats CAUTION: Rear Seat Operation If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move Folding the Seatback forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always To fold the seatback, do the following: press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is 1.
Page 14: Safety Belts
Safety Belts CAUTION: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo This part of the manual tells you how to use safety area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a belts properly. It also tells you some things you should collision, people riding in these areas are more not do with safety belts.
Page 15: Why Safety Belts Work
In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law Why Safety Belts Work says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work . When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a it goes.
Page 16 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. 1-10...
Page 17 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In or the instrument panel... a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-11...
Page 18: Questions And Answers About Safety Belts
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? You could be – whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down.
Page 19: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly If I’m 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’re in an Be aware that there are special things to know about accident –...
Page 20: Driver Position
Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats”...
Page 21 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-28 . Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 22: Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster (Four Door Models) Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt 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 23 What’s 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 won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 24 What’s 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 25 What’s 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 aren’t as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 26 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to ﬁx it.
Page 27: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and The belt should go back out of the way. the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way.
Page 28: Right Front Passenger Position
Right Front Passenger Position Rear Seat Passengers To learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safety It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle belt properly, see Driver Position on page 1-14 . up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same who are wearing safety belts.
Page 29 If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Don’t let it get twisted. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly.
Page 30 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.
Page 31 The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or a crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor. CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury.
Page 32: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children And Small Adults
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Your vehicle may have this feature already. If it doesn’t, you can get it from any GM dealer. Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults.
Page 33 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies ﬂat. cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide The elastic cord must be under the belt and the over the belt, and insert the two edges of the guide on top.
Page 34: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you.
Page 35: 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 36 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 37 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt.
Page 38: Infants And Young Children
Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Page 39 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph Children who are up against, or very close to, (40 km/h), a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly any air bag when it inﬂates can be seriously become a 240-lb.
Page 40 What are the different types of add-on child restraints? CAUTION: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic Newborn infants need complete support, types. Selection of a particular restraint should take including support for the head and neck. This into consideration not only the child’s weight, is necessary because a newborn infant’s neck height and age but also whether or not the restraint...
Page 41: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should.
Page 42 A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for seating surface against the back of the infant. The the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields.
Page 43 How do child restraints work? A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner.
Page 44: Where To Put The Restraint
When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child Where to Put the Restraint restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor Accident statistics show that children are safer if they vehicle safety standards.
Page 45: Top Strap
Wherever you install it, be sure to secure the child If the child restraint does not have a top strap, one can restraint properly. be obtained, in kit form, for many child restraints. Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can is available.
Page 46: Top Strap Anchor Location
In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child Top Strap Anchor Location restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored. In the United States, some child restraints Top strap anchors are already installed in your vehicle also have a top strap. If your child restraint has a for the rear seating positions.
Page 47 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You’ll ﬁnd anchors (A) in the rear outside seat positions. To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system will have a label applied to the seatback at each anchor position.
Page 48 CAUTION: If a LATCH-type child restraint isn’t attached to its anchorage points, the restraint won’t be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure that a LATCH-type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points, or use the vehicle’s safety belts to secure the restraint.
Page 49: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
Securing a Child Restraint Designed Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear for the LATCH System Seat Position 1. Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. 2.
Page 50 Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-44...
Page 51 4. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward-facing child restraint, you may ﬁnd it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 5.
Page 52: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the CAUTION: Right Front Seat Position A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s air bag inﬂates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inﬂating air bag.
Page 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 6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may ﬁnd it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 55: Air Bag Systems
Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems. Your vehicle has a frontal air bag for the driver and a frontal air bag for the right front passenger. Your vehicle may also have a side impact air bag for the driver, and another side impact air bag for the right front passenger.
Page 56 Frontal air bags are designed to help minimize the risk of injury from the force of an inﬂating frontal air bag CAUTION: (Continued) while providing enough force to perform properly. Air bags must inﬂate very quickly to do their job and many side crashes.
Page 57 CAUTION: CAUTION: Both frontal and side impact air bags inﬂate Anyone who is up against, or very close to, with great force, faster than the blink of an any air bag when it inﬂates can be seriously eye. If you’re too close to an inﬂating air bag, injured or killed.
Page 58: Where Are The Air Bags
There is a air bag Where Are the Air Bags? readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.
Page 59 The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument If your vehicle has one, the driver’s side impact air panel on the passenger’s side. bag is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. 1-53...
Page 60 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inﬂate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inﬂating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air...
Page 61: When Should An Air Bag Inﬂate
When Should an Air Bag Inﬂate? rollovers or rear impacts, because inﬂation would not help the occupant. A side impact air bag will only deploy on the side of the vehicle that is struck. The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe frontal In any particular crash, no one can say whether an air or near-frontal crashes.
Page 62: How Does An Air Bag Restrain
How Does an Air Bag Restrain? What Will You See After an Air Bag Inﬂates? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or After the air bag inﬂates, it quickly deﬂates, so quickly the instrument panel.
Page 63 • Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information about CAUTION: the air bag system. The module records information about the readiness of the system, when the system commands air bag inﬂation and driver’s safety belt When an air bag inﬂates, there is dust in the usage at deployment.
Page 64: Restraint System Check
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Restraint System Check Vehicle Checking Your Restraint Systems Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are air bag system parts in several places around Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light your vehicle.
Page 65: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts If you’ve had a crash, do you need new or LATCH system parts? After a Crash After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need CAUTION: new parts.
Page 66 NOTES 1-60...
Page 67: Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ...............2-2 Automatic Transaxle Operation .......2-22 Remote Keyless Entry System ......2-3 Manual Transaxle Operation ......2-25 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-4 Parking Brake ..........2-27 Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) ..2-28 Doors and Locks ..........2-8 Shifting Out of Park (P) Door Locks ............2-8 (Automatic Transaxle) ........2-30...
Page 68: Keys
Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 69: Remote Keyless Entry System
® One key is used for the If your vehicle is equipped with the OnStar system with ignition, the doors and all an active subscription and you lock your keys inside ® other locks. the vehicle, OnStar may be able to send a command to ®...
Page 70: Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is Remote Keyless Entry System normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the Operation transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: If your vehicle has this feature, you can lock and unlock •...
Page 71 The following functions are (Trunk Release): The trunk will unlock when this available with the remote button is pressed, as long as the trunk lockout is keyless entry system: not engaged. You can open the trunk with the transmitter when the vehicle speed is less than 2 mph (3 km/h).
Page 72: Battery Replacement
Radio Personalization Battery Replacement Your vehicle can store different radio preset stations Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless depending on which keyless entry transmitter you use to entry transmitter should last about two years. unlock the doors. The radio will recall all the stored You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t settings associated with that transmitter.
Page 73 Resynchronization Your remote keyless entry system is equipped with a security system that prevents anyone from recording and playing back your signal. The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver. The receiver will not respond to a signal that has been sent to it more than once.
Page 74: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks CAUTION: (Continued) Door Locks • Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can CAUTION: suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it.
Page 75: Power Door Locks
There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. Power Door Locks Use your key to lock and unlock your vehicle from the outside. If your vehicle is equipped with a remote If your vehicle has this keyless entry system, you can also use it to lock feature, you can lock or and unlock your vehicle.
Page 76: Rear Door Security Locks
Rear Door Security Locks Opening a Rear Door When the Security Lock is On If your vehicle is a 1. Unlock the door from the inside. four-door model, it is equipped with rear door 2. Then open the door from the outside. security locks that If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adults or help prevent passengers...
Page 77: Lockout Protection
Lockout Protection CAUTION: If your vehicle is equipped with remote keyless entry, you have lockout protection. This feature stops the power door locks from locking when the keys are in the It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid ignition and the door is open.
Page 78: Remote Trunk Release
Remote Trunk Release Remote Trunk Release Lockout Your remote trunk release is equipped with a lockout feature. The switch is located on the inside of the trunk lid, mounted to the trunk lid latch. Press the remote trunk release button, located on the lower left side of the instrument panel, to release the trunk lid.
Page 79: Emergency Trunk Release Handle
Emergency Trunk Release Handle There is a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk release handle located on the inside of the trunk lid of your vehicle. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle up to open the trunk from the inside.
Page 80: Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 81: Manual Windows
Manual Windows Express-Down Window The driver’s window switch has an express-down On a vehicle with manual windows, use the window feature. The driver’s window can be opened to the crank to open and close each window. desired position by pressing the rear of the switch to the ﬁrst detent.
Page 82: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Theft-Deterrent Systems Disarming the System If the system is armed, pressing the UNLOCK button on Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. the transmitter will disarm the system. The THEFT Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent SYSTEM light will stop ﬂashing.
Page 83: How To Turn Off The System Alarm
® How to Turn Off the System Alarm Passlock If the system alarm is active, it can be deactivated by Your vehicle is equipped with the doing one of the following: ® Passlock theft-deterrent system. • Press the transmitter LOCK or panic button to turn ®...
Page 84: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating Your Ignition Positions Vehicle With the key in the ignition, you can turn the key to ﬁve different positions. New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: •...
Page 85 C (OFF): This position unlocks the steering wheel, ignition and transaxle, but does not send power to any CAUTION: accessories. Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed, but never try to push-start your vehicle. A warning chime will sound if you open On manual transaxle vehicles, turning the key the driver’s door when the ignition is in OFF and the key to LOCK will lock the steering column and...
Page 86: Manual Transaxle
Key Release Button (Manual Transaxle) Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle The ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). unless the key release Your engine won’t start in any other position — that’s a button is used.
Page 87: Engine Coolant Heater
2. If it doesn’t start, wait about 15 seconds and try Engine Coolant Heater again to start the engine by turning the ignition key to START. Wait about 15 seconds between each try. When your engine has run about 10 seconds to warm up, your vehicle is ready to be driven.
Page 88: To Use The Engine Coolant Heater
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the 1. Turn off the engine. kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact 2.
Page 89 Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. CAUTION: (Continued) Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, running unless you have to.
Page 90: Forward Gears
Forward Gears Notice: Don’t drive in SECOND (2) for more than 25 miles (40 km), or at speeds over 55 mph (90 km/h), or you can damage your transaxle. Use AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for THIRD (3) or AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D) as normal driving with the automatic transaxle.
Page 91: 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 92: Shift Speeds
Shift Speeds Up-Shift Light If you have a manual transaxle, you may have CAUTION: an up-shift light. This light will show you when to shift to the next higher If you skip a gear when you downshift, you gear for the best fuel could lose control of your vehicle.
Page 93: Parking Brake
Parking Brake To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down. Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the release button. Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down. If you forget to release your parking brake prior to driving away, a chime will sound to remind you to release the parking brake.
Page 94: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into Park (P) 1. Hold the brake pedal down and set the parking brake. (Automatic Transaxle) 2. Move the shift lever into the PARK (P) position like this: • Hold in the button on the shift lever. CAUTION: • Push the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle.
Page 95: Leaving Your Vehicle With The Engine Running
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Torque Lock Running If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl CAUTION: in the transaxle.
Page 96: Parking Your Vehicle
Shifting Out of Park (P) Parking Your Vehicle (Automatic Transaxle) (Manual Transaxle) Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock Before leaving your vehicle, fully press the clutch pedal control system. You have to fully apply your regular in, move the shift lever into REVERSE (R), and ﬁrmly brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when apply the parking brake.
Page 97: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can not see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • Your exhaust system sounds strange or different.
Page 98: 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 99: Mirrors
Mirrors To adjust your passenger’s outside mirror, sit in the driver’s seat and have a passenger adjust the mirror for you. Manual Rearview Mirror The mirror is a spring-loaded breakaway design. To reduce glare from lamps behind you, move the lever Outside Power Mirrors toward you to the night position.
Page 100: Outside Convex Mirror
Outside Convex Mirror Outside Breakaway Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. CAUTION: A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right.
Page 101: Onstar System
® If the mirror control lever is unable to operate the mirror OnStar System adjustment, you can reset the adjustment lever on the driver’s side mirror only, by following these steps: 1. Roll down the driver’s door window. 2. Fold the mirror toward the front of the vehicle. Hold the mirror in position with your left hand.
Page 102: Onstar Services
A completed Subscription Service Agreement is required Directions and Connections Plan ® prior to delivery of OnStar services and prepaid • All Safe and Sound Plan services ® calling minutes are also required for OnStar Personal ® Calling and OnStar Virtual Advisor use.
Page 103: Storage Areas
® OnStar Virtual Advisor Center Console Storage Area ® With OnStar Virtual Advisor you can listen to your To open the center console, pull the lift lever up and the favorite news, entertainment and information topics, lid back. such as traffic and weather reports, stock quotes To close the center console, push the lid down until it and sports scores.
Page 104: Sunroof
Sunroof Open the sunshade by hand when using the vent position. Press and hold the rear of the switch again to open the Your vehicle may have a glass panel and the sunshade. Release the switch to sunroof. With the ignition stop the panel in any position.
Page 105: Instrument Panel
Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview .......3-2 Low Coolant Warning Light ......3-28 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-4 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ......3-29 Other Warning Devices ........3-5 Oil Pressure Light .........3-31 ® Horn .............3-5 Passlock Warning Light ........3-32 Tilt Wheel .............3-5 Check Gages Warning Light ......3-33 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ......3-6 Service Vehicle Soon Light ......3-33 Exterior Lamps ..........3-12...
Page 106: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 107 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Fog Lamp Button J. Climate Controls and Rear Window Defogger B. Instrument Panel Brightness Control K. Fuse Panel C. Enhanced Traction System Switch L. Remote Trunk Release Button D. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever M.
Page 108: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning ﬂasher switch is located on the top of the steering column. Your hazard warning ﬂashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. Move the switch to the right to make the front and rear turn signal lamps ﬂash on and off.
Page 109: Other Warning Devices
Other Warning Devices If you carry reﬂective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Horn You can sound the horn by pressing the center of your steering wheel. Tilt Wheel Your vehicle may have a tilt wheel which allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive.
Page 110: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is ﬁnished, the lever will return automatically.
Page 111: Windshield Wipers
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Windshield Wipers To change the headlamps from low beam to high or high beam to low, pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you. Then release it. When the high beams are on, this light on the instrument panel cluster will also be on.
Page 112: Windshield Washers
Heavy snow or ice can overload the wipers. If this DELAY: If your vehicle has delay wipers, move the occurs, a circuit breaker will stop the wipers until the lever to DELAY to choose a delayed wiping cycle. wiper motor cools. So, be sure to clear any snow or ice Turn the lever down for a longer delay or up for a shorter from the windshield wiper blades before using them.
Page 113: Cruise Control
Cruise Control CAUTION: • Cruise control can be dangerous where you can not drive safely at a steady speed. So, do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. • Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads.
Page 114 Setting Cruise Control You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there. If you hold the switch at R/A longer, the vehicle will CAUTION: keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake or clutch pedal. So unless you want to go faster, don’t hold the switch at R/A.
Page 115 Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Using Cruise Control on Hills Control How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the There are two ways to reduce your speed while using hills.
Page 116: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps (Headlamps): Turning the band to this position turns on the headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps and lights. Lamps On Reminder If you open the driver’s door with the ignition off and the lamps on, you will hear a warning chime. Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the...
Page 117 This indicator light on your Fog Lamps instrument panel cluster If your vehicle has this feature, use your fog lamps for will come on when the DRL better visibility in foggy or misty conditions. are on. The button for your fog lamps is located next to the instrument panel brightness control.
Page 118: Front Reading Lamps
Interior Lamps Entry Lighting When you open either a front door or a rear door, the Instrument Panel Brightness lamps inside your vehicle will go on. In addition, if your vehicle is equipped with remote keyless entry, the This feature controls the brightness of the instrument light will come on when the remote keyless entry panel lights.
Page 119: Accessory Power Outlets
Battery Run-Down Protection To use the outlet, remove the cover. When not in use, always cover the outlet with the protective cap. Your vehicle is equipped with a battery saver feature Notice: When using an accessory power outlet, designed to protect your vehicle’s battery. maximum electrical load must not exceed ﬁve amps.
Page 120: Climate Controls
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Climate Controls Your vehicle may have an ashtray and cigarette lighter. Climate Control System To use the lighter, just push it in all the way and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back out by itself. With this system you can control the heating, cooling Notice: Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is and ventilation for your vehicle.
Page 121 Temperature Control: Turn the center knob clockwise (Floor): This mode directs most of the air to the or counterclockwise to manually increase or decrease ﬂoor outlets and outboard outlets (for the side windows) the temperature inside your vehicle. with some air directed to the windshield. The right knob can also be used to select defrost mode.
Page 122: Defogging And Defrosting
Defogging and Defrosting (Defrost): This mode directs most of the air to the windshield, with some air directed to the side window Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity outlets and the ﬂoor outlets. When you select this mode, (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass.
Page 123: Rear Window Defogger
Rear Window Defogger Outlet Adjustment The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. The rear window defogger will only work when the ignition is in RUN. < (Rear): Press the button to turn the rear window defogger on or off.
Page 124: 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 125: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you’ve used, and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically.
Page 126: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Tachometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both The tachometer miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). displays the engine Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has speed in revolutions per been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) minute (rpm).
Page 127: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Safety Belt Reminder Light This light will come on when you start your vehicle, and it will ﬂash for When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will a few seconds. Then come on for several seconds to remind people to the light should go out.
Page 128: Charging System Light
The air bag readiness light should ﬂash for a few Up-Shift Light seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If the light doesn’t come on then, have it ﬁxed so it will If you have a manual be ready to warn you if there is a problem. transaxle you may have this light.
Page 129 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 ﬂoor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service.
Page 130: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Anti-Lock Brake System Enhanced Traction System Warning Light Warning Light If your vehicle is equipped with the anti-lock brake system, the light will come on when your engine is started and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal. United States Canada If the light stays on, turn the ignition to OFF.
Page 131: Enhanced Traction System Active Light
The Enhanced Traction System warning light may come Enhanced Traction System on for the following reasons: Active Light • If you turn the system off by pressing the button located on the instrument panel, the warning light will come on and stay on. To turn the system back on, press the button again.
Page 132: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Low Coolant Warning Light This light comes on brieﬂy when you turn your ignition on. If this light comes on and stays on, the coolant level in your vehicle is low. If the light is on along with an overheat warning, you may have a serious overheating United States Canada...
Page 133: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp Notice: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not Check Engine Light be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly.
Page 134: If The Light Is Flashing
If the Light Is Flashing been left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. The following may prevent more serious damage to A few driving trips with the cap properly installed your vehicle: should turn the light off.
Page 135: Oil Pressure Light
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Oil Pressure Light Programs If you have a low engine Some state/provincial and local governments have or oil pressure problem, this may begin programs to inspect the emission control light will stay on after equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this you start your engine, or inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle come on when you...
Page 136: Passlock Warning Light
® • Passlock Warning Light If you’re idling at a stop sign, the light may blink on and then off. • If you make a hard stop, the light may come on for a moment. This is normal. CAUTION: Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If United States Canada you do, your engine can become so hot that it...
Page 137: Check Gages Warning Light
Check Gages Warning Light Service Vehicle Soon Light This light will come on brieﬂy when you turn on the ignition. United States Canada It will stay on or come on if it detects a problem on the This light will come on brieﬂy when you are starting the vehicle.
Page 138: Fuel Gage
Fuel Gage Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: • At the service station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full. • It takes a little more or less fuel to ﬁll up than the gage indicated.
Page 139: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) Notice: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle – like a tape player, CB radio, mobile Press and hold HR or MIN for two seconds. Then press telephone or two-way radio –...
Page 140: Am-Fm Radio
AM-FM Radio Finding a Station AM FM: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, or AM. The display will show your selection. TUNE: Turn this knob to select radio stations. SEEK : Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there.
Page 141: Setting Preset Stations
Setting Preset Stations To adjust bass or treble to the middle position, select BAS or TRE. Then press and hold the AUDIO button for The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to more than two seconds until you hear a beep. B and your favorite stations.
Page 142: Radio With Cd (Base Level)
To adjust balance or fade to the middle position, select Radio with CD (Base Level) BAL or FAD. Then press and hold the AUDIO button for more than two seconds until you hear a beep. L and a zero or F and a zero will appear on the display. To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position, ﬁrst end out of audio mode by pressing another button, causing the radio to perform...
Page 143 3. Tune in the desired station. SEEK : Press the right or the left arrow to seek to the next or to the previous station and stay there. 4. Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until you hear a beep. Whenever you To scan stations, press and hold one of the SEEK press that numbered pushbutton, the station arrows for two seconds until you hear a beep.
Page 144: Playing A Compact Disc
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Radio Messages AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right CAL (Calibration): Your audio system has been and the left speakers, press and release the AUDIO calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If CAL button until BAL appears on the display. Then press and appears on the display it means that your radio has not hold the up or the down arrow to move the sound been conﬁgured properly for your vehicle and must...
Page 145 Do not add paper labels to discs, they could get caught 3 REV (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to in the CD player. reverse quickly within a track. Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to reverse at six Do not play 3 inch discs without a standard times the normal playing speed.
Page 146: Compact Disc Messages
Compact Disc Messages SEEK : Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current or of the previous track. Press the right If the disc comes out, it could be for one of the following arrow to go to the start of the next track. If either of the reasons: arrows is held or pressed more than once, the player •...
Page 147: Radio With Cd (Mp3)
Radio with CD (MP3) Radio Data System (RDS) Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. With RDS, your radio can do the following: •...
Page 148: Playing The Radio
XM™ Satellite Radio Service Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select MIN, MED, or MAX. Each higher setting allows for (48 Contiguous US States) more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds. Then, as you drive, SCV automatically increases the XM™...
Page 149: Finding A Station
Finding a Station Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your BAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, favorite stations. You can set up to 30 stations AM, or XM1 or XM2 (48 contiguous US states, if (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM, six XM1 and six XM2 equipped).
Page 150: Adjusting The Speakers (Balance/Fade)
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) 5. Press and hold the EQ button or push the SELECT knob to store the equalization setting and the number. You will hear a beep and EQ SAVED will TONE: Press and release this button until BASS, MID, appear on the display.
Page 151: Rds And Xm
Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station SCAN : You can scan the stations within a PTY by performing the following: (RDS and XM™) 1. Press PROG TYPE to activate program type select To select and ﬁnd a desired PTY perform the following: mode.
Page 152: Setting Preset Ptys (Rds Only)
Setting Preset PTYs (RDS Only) RDS Messages The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your ALERT!: Alert warns of national or local emergencies. favorite PTYs. These pushbuttons have factory When an alert announcement comes on the current PTY presets. You can set up to 12 PTYs (six FM1 and radio station, ALERT! will appear on the display.
Page 153: Radio Messages
If the whole message is not displayed, parts of the If the brackets are on the display and TRAF is not, you message will appear every three seconds. To scroll can then press the TRAF button to remove the through the message at your own speed, press brackets or use the TUNE knob or the SEEK arrows to the INFO button repeatedly.
Page 154 XM™ Radio Messages Radio Display Condition Action Required Message XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a Channels) after the channel name, customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). indicates content with explicit language.
Page 155 XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Condition Action Required Message No Info Category Name not No category information is available at this time on this available channel. Your system is working properly. No Info No Text/Informational No text or informational messages are available at this time message available on this channel.
Page 156: Playing A Cd
Playing a CD Do not add paper labels to CDs, they could get caught in the CD player. With the ignition on, insert a CD partway into the slot, Do not play 3 inch CDs without a standard adapter CD. label side up.
Page 157 RCL (Recall): Push this knob to see how long the (Previous Folder): This button does not have a current track has been playing. To change the default function for non-MP3 CDs. on the display (track and elapsed time), push the EQ (Equalizer): Press EQ to select the desired knob until you see the display you want, then hold the customized equalization setting while playing a CD.
Page 158: Using An Mp3 Cd
Using an MP3 CD Root Directory MP3 Format The root directory will be treated as a folder. If the root directory has compressed audio ﬁles, the directory This MP3 player will accept MP3 ﬁles that were recorded will be displayed as F1 ROOT. All ﬁles contained directly on an up to 700 MB CD-R CD.
Page 159 Order of Play Track names longer than 32 characters or 4 pages will be shortened. The display will not show parts of Tracks will be played in the following order: words on the last page of text and the extension of the •...
Page 160 If you turn off the ignition or the radio with a CD in the 1 (Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton to player, it will stay in the player. When you turn on advance quickly within a track. Press and hold this the ignition or the radio, the CD will start to play if it was pushbutton for less than two seconds to advance at the last selected audio source.
Page 161 (Next Folder): Press this pushbutton to go to SEEK : Press the up arrow to go to the start of the ﬁrst track in the next folder or playlist. If the the next track. Press the down arrow to go to the disc contains playlists, it will go through the playlist, start of the previous track.
Page 162: Cd Messages
Folder/playlist mode will display the current folder or CD Messages playlist number and the folder/playlist name. CHECK CD: If this message appears on the radio Time of day mode will display the time of day and the display and the CD comes out, it could be for one of the ID3 tag song name.
Page 163: Personal Choice Radio Controls
Personal Choice Radio Controls Theft-Deterrent Feature (Non-RDS Radios) This feature enables two drivers to store and recall personal settings for radio presets, last tuned station, ® THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your volume, tone, radio, or CD. radio. The feature works automatically by learning The numbers (1 or 2), found on the back of the a portion of the Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN).
Page 164: Understanding Radio Reception
Understanding Radio Reception Care of Your CDs Handle CDs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, sunlight and dust. If the surface of a CD is soiled, especially at night.
Page 165: Xm™ Satellite Radio Antenna System (48 Contiguous Us States)
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna Chime Level Adjustment System (48 Contiguous US States) The radio is the vehicle chime producer. The chime is produced from the driver’s side front door speakers. Your XM™ Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof To change the volume level, press and hold of your vehicle.
Page 166 NOTES 3-62...
Page 167 Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..4-2 Freeway Driving ...........4-22 Defensive Driving ...........4-2 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .......4-23 Drunken Driving ..........4-3 Highway Hypnosis ........4-24 Control of a Vehicle ........4-6 Hill and Mountain Roads ........4-24 Braking ............4-6 Winter Driving ..........4-26 Enhanced Traction System (ETS) ....4-10...
Page 168: 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 169: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. But what if people do? How much is “too Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is much”...
Page 170 means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks. The law in an increasing number of U.S. states, and throughout Canada, sets the legal limit at 0.08 percent. In some other countries, the limit is even lower.
Page 171 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold CAUTION: showers will speed that up. “I will be careful” is not the right answer. What if there is an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into Drinking and then driving is very dangerous.
Page 172: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle go Braking action involves perception time and where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering reaction time. and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal.
Page 173: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy Your vehicle may have anti-lock brakes. ABS is an braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is advanced electronic braking system that will help a mistake.
Page 174 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 175: Braking In Emergencies
Remember: Anti-lock does not change the time you Your wheels can stop rolling. Once they do, the vehicle need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always can not respond to your steering. Momentum will decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to carry it in whatever direction it was headed when the the vehicle in front of you, you will not have time to apply wheels stopped rolling.
Page 176: Enhanced Traction System (Ets)
Enhanced Traction System (ETS) If your vehicle has the optional four-speed automatic transaxle and anti-lock brakes, it also has an Enhanced Traction System (ETS) that limits wheel spin. This is especially useful in slippery road conditions. The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction.
Page 177: Steering
To turn the system on or Steering off, press the top of the ETS button on the left side Power Steering of the instrument panel near the instrument panel If you lose power steering assist because the engine brightness control. stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort.
Page 178: Steering In Emergencies
Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve. Steering in Emergencies Then you suddenly apply the brakes. Both control There are times when steering can be more effective systems — steering and braking — have to do their work than braking. For example, you come over a hill and ﬁnd where the tires meet the road.
Page 179: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery You may ﬁnd that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand.
Page 180: Passing
Passing • Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For one The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a thing, following too closely reduces your area of two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, vision, especially if you are following a larger accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then...
Page 181: Loss Of Control
• Skidding Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. of the right lane to pass. When you are far Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front care suited to existing conditions, and by not...
Page 182: Driving At Night
Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, Driving at Night gravel or other material is on the road. For safety, you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited.
Page 183 Here are some tips on night driving. You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several • Drive defensively. seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When • Don’t drink and drive. you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with •...
Page 184: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road and even people walking.
Page 185 CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents. They will not work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally.
Page 186: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Driving Through Deep Standing Water CAUTION: (Continued) Notice: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in If this happens, you and other vehicle through your engine’s air intake and badly damage occupants could drown. Do not ignore police your engine.
Page 187: 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 188: 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 189: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you Here are some things you can check before a trip: allow a reasonable following distance. • Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are Expect to move slightly slower at night. all windows clean inside and outside? •...
Page 190: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 191 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make CAUTION: your trips safer and more enjoyable. • Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all ﬂuid Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system ignition off is dangerous.
Page 192: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer ﬂuid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a ﬂashlight, a red Here are some tips for winter driving: cloth and a couple of reﬂective warning triangles. And, if •...
Page 193: Driving On Snow Or Ice
Driving on Snow or Ice What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet Most of the time, those places where your tires meet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the road probably have good traction.
Page 194: If You're Caught In A Blizzard
Unless you have the anti-lock braking system, you’ll If You’re Caught in a Blizzard want to brake very gently, too. (If you do have anti-lock, see Braking on page 4-6 . This system improves your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road.) Whether you have the anti-lock braking system or not, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement.
Page 195 • Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make CAUTION: body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, ﬂoor mats – anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle.
Page 196: If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
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 197: Towing
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out Recreational Vehicle Towing First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle clear the area around your front wheels. Then shift back behind another vehicle – such as behind a motorhome. and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear The two most common types of recreational vehicle (or with a manual transaxle, between FIRST (1) or...
Page 198: Dinghy Towing
Dinghy Towing You may dinghy tow your vehicle from the front following these steps: Notice: Do not tow your vehicle from the rear. Your vehicle could be badly damaged and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Dolly Towing 1.
Page 199: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle The other label is the Certiﬁcation label, found on the rear edge of the driver’s door. It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it Weight Rating (GVWR).
Page 200 And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. Don’t carry more than 132 lbs (60 kg) in CAUTION: your trunk. Things you put inside your vehicle can strike CAUTION: and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash.
Page 201: Towing A Trailer (Automatic Transaxle)
Towing a Trailer (Automatic Your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with an automatic transaxle and the proper trailer towing Transaxle) equipment. If your vehicle is not equipped as stated above, do not tow a trailer. To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should read the information in “Weight of the Trailer”...
Page 202: P.o. Box
You can ask your dealer for our trailering information engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at or advice, or you can write us at: the heavier loads. Pontiac-GMC • Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer. Customer Assistance Center Don’t drive faster than the maximum posted speed...
Page 203: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
Page 204: Driving With A Trailer
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Safety Chains Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inﬂated to the upper limit You should always attach chains between your vehicle for cold tires. You’ll ﬁnd these numbers on the and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the Tire-Loading Information label at the rear edge of the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to driver’s door, or see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-33 .
Page 205: Making Turns
Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform Making Turns (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has Notice: Making very sharp turns while trailering electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and could cause the trailer to come in contact with the then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be vehicle.
Page 206: Driving On Grades
Driving On Grades Parking on Hills Notice: Do not tow on steep continuous grades exceeding 6 miles (9.6 km). Extended, higher CAUTION: than normal engine and transaxle temperatures may result and damage your vehicle. Frequent stops are very important to allow the engine and transaxle You really should not park your vehicle, with a to cool.
Page 207: Towing A Trailer (Manual Transaxle)
When You Are Ready to Leave After Each of these is covered in this manual, and the Index will help you ﬁnd them quickly. If you’re trailering, Parking on a Hill it’s a good idea to review this information before you start your trip.
Page 208 NOTES 4-42...
Page 209: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............5-3 Power Steering Fluid ........5-32 Doing Your Own Service Work ......5-3 Windshield Washer Fluid ........5-33 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Brakes ............5-34 Your Vehicle ..........5-4 Battery ............5-37 Jump Starting ..........5-38 Fuel ..............5-4 Gasoline Octane ..........5-4 Bulb Replacement ..........5-43 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ........5-5...
Page 210 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ....5-54 Vehicle Identiﬁcation ........5-76 Wheel Replacement ........5-55 Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) ....5-76 Tire Chains ..........5-56 Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label .....5-76 If a Tire Goes Flat ........5-57 Electrical System ..........5-77 Changing a Flat Tire ........5-58 Add-On Electrical Equipment ......5-77 Compact Spare Tire ........5-68...
Page 211: Service
Service Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to want to use the proper service manual. It tells you be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer much more about how to service your vehicle than this for all your service needs.
Page 212: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Fuel CAUTION: (Continued) Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. • Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. “English” and “metric” Gasoline Octane fasteners can be easily confused. If you use the wrong fasteners, parts can later Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane break or fall off.
Page 213: Gasoline Speciﬁcations
Gasoline Speciﬁcations California Fuel It is recommended that gasoline meet speciﬁcations If your vehicle is certiﬁed to meet California Emission which were developed by the American Automobile Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the is designed to operate on fuels that meet California Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers Association for better speciﬁcations.
Page 214: 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 215: Filling Your Tank
Filling Your Tank CAUTION: Fuel vapor is highly ﬂammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, ﬂames and smoking materials away from fuel. The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the passenger’s side of your vehicle.
Page 216 CAUTION: If you get fuel on yourself 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”...
Page 217: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right Filling a Portable Fuel Container (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly CAUTION: installed.
Page 218: Checking Things Under The Hood
Checking Things Under Hood Release the Hood To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the handle located inside the vehicle on CAUTION: the driver’s side under the instrument panel. An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running.
Page 219 3. Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood marked by an arrow. Use the prop rod sleeve when handling the prop rod. Before closing the hood, be sure all the ﬁller caps are on properly.
Page 220: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the engine, you’ll see the following: 5-12...
Page 221: Engine Oil
A. Coolant Surge Tank Checking Engine Oil B. Engine Oil Dipstick It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you C. Engine Oil Fill Cap get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. D.
Page 222: When To Add Engine Oil
Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or Notice: Don’t add too much oil. If your engine has cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, so much oil that the oil level gets above the keeping the tip down, and check the level.
Page 223: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identiﬁed by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certiﬁed by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol. If you choose to perform the engine oil change service yourself, be sure...
Page 224: Maintenance Schedule
As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W-30 is the Engine Oil Additives only viscosity grade recommended for your vehicle. You Don’t add anything to your oil. The recommended oils should look for and use only oils which have the API with the starburst symbol are all you will need for Starburst symbol and which are also identiﬁed as good performance and engine protection.
Page 225: Maintenance Schedule
If none of them is true, use the long trip/highway Engine Air Cleaner/Filter maintenance schedule. Change the oil and ﬁlter every 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months — whichever occurs ﬁrst. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions will cause engine oil to break down slower.
Page 226: How To Inspect The Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter CAUTION: To inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter remove the ﬁlter from the vehicle and lightly shake the ﬁlter to release loose Operating the engine with the air cleaner/ﬁlter dust and dirt. If the ﬁlter remains “caked” with dirt, a new off can cause you or others to be burned.
Page 227: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
Automatic Transaxle Fluid If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the ﬂuid and ﬁlter do not require changing. It is not necessary to check the transaxle ﬂuid level. A Notice: We recommend you use only ﬂuid labeled transaxle ﬂuid leak is the only reason for ﬂuid loss.
Page 228: Hydraulic Clutch
Hydraulic Clutch When to Check and What to Use The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is self-adjusting. The master cylinder reservoir is ﬁlled with hydraulic ﬂuid. It is not necessary to regularly check the ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system. Adding ﬂuid won’t correct a leak.
Page 229: Engine Coolant
How to Check and Add Fluid A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and ® DEX-COOL coolant will: You do not need to check the ﬂuid level unless you Give freezing protection down to −34°F (−37°C). • suspect a clutch problem. To check the ﬂuid level, take •...
Page 230: What To Use
What to Use Notice: If you use an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your ® one-half DEX-COOL coolant which won’t damage warranty.
Page 231: Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
Adding Coolant CAUTION: ® If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL coolant mixture at the surge tank , but only when the engine is cool. If the surge tank is empty, a special ﬁll Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the procedure is necessary.
Page 232: Engine Overheating
Engine Overheating CAUTION: You will ﬁnd a coolant temperature gage and a low coolant warning light on your vehicle’s instrument panel. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3-28 Steam from an overheated engine can burn and Low Coolant Warning Light on page 3-28 . you badly, even if you just open the hood.
Page 233: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If No Steam Is Coming From Your If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: Engine 1. In heavy traffic, let the engine idle in NEUTRAL (N) An overheat warning, along with a low coolant light, can while stopped.
Page 234: Cooling System
Cooling System CAUTION: When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll 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 235 Notice: Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn’t covered by your warranty. CAUTION: Notice: When adding coolant, it is important that ® you use only DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant. Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine ® If coolant other than DEX-COOL is added to parts, can be very hot.
Page 236: How To Add Coolant To The Coolant Surge Tank
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant CAUTION: (Continued) Surge Tank Notice: This vehicle has a speciﬁc coolant ﬁll can come out at high speed. Never turn the procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cap when the cooling system, including the cause your engine to overheat and be severely coolant surge tank pressure cap, is hot.
Page 237 CAUTION: CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot system can be dangerous. Plain water, or engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil and it will burn if the engine parts are hot before the proper coolant mixture will.
Page 238 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly, and remove it. 3. Then ﬁll the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture, to the hash mark on the label. Wait about ﬁve minutes, then check to see if the level is below the hash mark.
Page 239 4. With the coolant surge 5. Then replace the tank pressure cap off, pressure cap. Be sure start the engine the pressure cap is and let it run until you hand-tight and can feel the upper fully seated. See your radiator hose getting dealer, if necessary.
Page 240: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A ﬂuid loss in this system could indicate a problem.
Page 241: 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 read • Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer ﬂuid. the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will Water can cause the solution to freeze and be operating your vehicle in an area where the damage your washer ﬂuid tank and other parts...
Page 242: Brakes
Brakes that ﬂuid is leaking out of the brake system. If it is, you should have your brake system ﬁxed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes will not work Brake Fluid well, or will not work at all. So, it is not a good idea to “top off”...
Page 243 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 244: Brake Wear
Brake Wear See Caliper/Knuckle Maintenance I nspection on page 6-23 . Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in are worn and new pads are needed.
Page 245: Battery
Brake Adjustment For example, if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle, the balance between your Every time you make a moderate brake stop, your disc front and rear brakes can change — for the worse. The brakes adjust for wear.
Page 246: Vehicle Storage
Vehicle Storage Jump Starting If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or If your battery has run down, you may want to use more, remove the black, negative (−) cable from another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your the battery.
Page 247 Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly Notice: If you leave your radio on, it could be badly damage to your vehicle that wouldn’t be covered damaged. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by by your warranty. your warranty. Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it 3.
Page 248 CAUTION: CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery Fans or other moving engine parts can injure gas to explode. People have been hurt doing you badly. Keep your hands away from moving this, and some have been blinded. Use a parts once the engine is running.
Page 249 6. Remove the terminal 8. Now connect the black cover and connect the negative (−) cable to red positive (+) the negative (−) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the good terminal of the dead battery. Use a remote battery.
Page 250 9. Connect the other end of the negative (−) cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection is just as good there, and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less.
Page 251: Bulb Replacement
To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do Bulb Replacement the following: For the type of bulb to use, see Replacement Bulbs on 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the page 5-48 . vehicle that had the dead battery. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this 2.
Page 252: Headlamps
Headlamps To replace one of your headlamps, do the following: 2. Remove the bolts that anchor the headlamp assembly. Pull the headlamp assembly toward the front of the vehicle to access the bulb assembly. 3. Twist the bulb retainer one-eighth of a turn 1.
Page 253: Front Turn Signal And Parking Lamps
4. Disconnect the bulb Front Turn Signal and Parking base from the socket Lamps by lifting the plastic locking tab. To replace one of your front turn signals or parking lamps, do the following: 1. Remove the shield following Step 1 under Headlamps on page 5-44 .
Page 254: Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (Chmsl) (With Spoiler)
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps (CHMSL) (With Spoiler) To change the bulb, do the following: 1. Unscrew the bulb assembly from the spoiler. 2. Gently pull out the bulb assembly. 3. Remove the bulb(s) by gently wiggling the bulb(s) from the assembly.
Page 255: Back-Up Lamps
Back-Up Lamps If you have a four-door sedan, do the following to replace a back-up lamp: 1. Remove the back-up lamp assembly from the fascia. 2. Gently pull the bulb assembly from the fascia. 3. Remove the bulb from the socket by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Page 256: Replacement Bulbs
Replacement Bulbs Here’s how to remove the Shepherd’s Hook type: For any bulb not listed here contact your dealer. Lamp Bulb Number Back-Up Lamps 3057 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) Four-Door Model (Without 1141 Spoiler) Two-Door Model (With Spoiler) Front Parking/Turn Signal Lamps 3357K Halogen Headlamps High-Beam...
Page 257: Tires
Underinﬂated tires pose the same danger about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, as overloaded tires. The resulting accident see your Pontiac Warranty booklet for details. could cause serious injury. Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure.
Page 258: How To Check
Inﬂation -- Tire Pressure When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. The Tire-Loading Information label, which is on the rear Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inﬂation 60 psi (420 kPa).
Page 259 CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Page 260: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is Time for New Tires • The tire has a bump, bulge or split. • The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that One way to tell when it’s can’t be repaired well because of the size or time for new tires is to location of the damage.
Page 261: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading CAUTION: Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the The following information relates to the system...
Page 262: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Treadwear under controlled conditions on a speciﬁed indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on cause the material of the tire to degenerate and the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to conditions on a speciﬁed government test course.
Page 263: Wheel Replacement
Wheel Replacement CAUTION: Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired).
Page 264: Tire Chains
Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension or other vehicle Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is parts. The area damaged by the tire chains dangerous.
Page 265: If A Tire Goes Flat
Notice: If your vehicle has a tire size other than A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a P195/65R15 or P205/55R16 size tires, use tire chains skid and may require the same correction you’d use only where legal and only when you must. Use in a skid.
Page 266: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning ﬂashers. CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people.
Page 267: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll need is located in the trunk. 1. Turn the center retainer nut on the compact spare 2. Lift and remove the cover. See Compact Spare Tire tire cover counterclockwise to remove it. on page 5-68 for more information about the compact spare tire.
Page 268 3. Turn the wing bolt counterclockwise and remove it. Then lift off the adapter and remove the compact spare tire. 4. Your vehicle’s jack and wheel wrench are stored in The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) and wheel a foam tray.
Page 269: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing 1. If your vehicle is equipped with wheel covers, use the wheel wrench to begin loosening the plastic the Spare Tire wheel nut caps. Once you have loosened the plastic wheel nut caps with the wheel wrench you can ﬁnish loosening them with your ﬁngers.
Page 270 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. CAUTION: 3.
Page 271 6. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. CAUTION: 4. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to ground so there is enough room for the compact which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts spare tire to ﬁt underneath the wheel well.
Page 272 CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 7. Place the compact spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface. 8. Reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel.
Page 273 10. Tighten the wheel nuts ﬁrmly in a crisscross CAUTION: (Continued) sequence, as shown. Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque speciﬁcation. See “Capacities and Speciﬁcations” in the Index for wheel nut torque speciﬁcation.
Page 274: Storing The Flat Tire And Tools
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. A.
Page 275: Storing The Spare Tire And Tools
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. The compact spare tire is for temporary use only.
Page 276: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Appearance Care Although the compact spare tire was fully inﬂated when Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. are toxic. Others can burst into ﬂames if you strike a Check the inﬂation pressure regularly.
Page 277: Using Cleaner On Fabric
Do not use any of these unless this manual says you • Carefully scrape off any excess stain. can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: • Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean • Alcohol area often.
Page 278: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Cleaning Vinyl Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), Use warm water and a clean cloth. egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine • Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You and blood can be removed as follows: may have to do this more than once.
Page 279: Cleaning Glass Surfaces
Cleaning Glass Surfaces Weatherstrips Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or a Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply tobacco smoke and dust ﬁlms on interior glass. See silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-75 .
Page 280: Washing Your Vehicle
Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care The best way to preserve your vehicle’s ﬁnish is to keep Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint ﬁnish.
Page 281: Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather Cleaning Aluminum Wheels and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with period of years. You can help to keep the paint ﬁnish mild soap and water.
Page 282: Sheet Metal Damage
Sheet Metal Damage Underbody Maintenance If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop control can collect on the underbody. If these are not applies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the replaced to restore corrosion protection.
Page 283: Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing Description Usage the following products. Removes swirl marks, ﬁne Swirl Remover Polish scratches and other light Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials surface contamination. Description Usage Removes light scratches and Cleaner Wax Polishing Cloth Interior and exterior polishing...
Page 284: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Engine Identiﬁcation The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, speciﬁcations Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) and replacement parts. Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label You’ll ﬁnd this label on your spare tire cover. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts.
Page 285: Electrical System
Electrical System Power Windows and Other Power Options Add-On Electrical Equipment Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power windows and other power accessories. When the current Notice: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and unless you check with your dealer ﬁrst.
Page 286: Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is located on the driver’s side end of the instrument panel. Fuses Usage To open, push the tab on the access door to the left TURN-B/U Turn Signals, Back-Up Lamps and pull the door forward. There is a white fuse removal tool located in the fuse block area.
Page 287 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage CRUISE Cruise Control Module/Switch Blank Not Used Anti-Lock Brake (Ignition) Blank Not Used Accessory Power Outlet RR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger RFA BATT Remote Keyless Entry System PWR ACC Power Door Locks Power Mirror/Diagnostic Link Blank Not Used MIR/DLC Connector...
Page 288: Engine Compartment Fuse Block
Engine Compartment Fuse Block Fuses Usage Ignition Switch Circuits The engine compartment fuse block is located on the Exterior lamps, Power Outlet, Horn, driver’s side of the vehicle. Lift the cover to check BATT 1 Audio Ampliﬁer the fuses. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location.
Page 289: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-24 for more information. Capacities Application English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a 1.5 lbs 0.68 kg Cooling System 8.6 quarts 8.2 L...
Page 290: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter A1172C* Engine Oil Filter PF2244G* Spark Plugs 41–981* Windshield Wiper Blade (Shepherd’s Hook Type) Driver’s Side 22 inches (56 cm) Passenger’s Side 17 inches (43 cm) ® *ACDelco part number 5-82...
Page 291 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 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....6-2 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections ..6-22 Maintenance Requirements ......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 292: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your Introduction vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. Improper vehicle maintenance can Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and even affect the quality of the air we breathe.
Page 293: How This Section Is Organized
How This Section is Organized If you want to get the service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-10 . 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 294: Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when to schedule them. Services When you go to your dealer for your service needs, you’ll know that GM-trained and supported service In this part are scheduled maintenance services which people will perform the work using genuine GM parts.
Page 295: Selecting The Right Schedule
Selecting the Right Schedule Short Trip/City Intervals First you’ll need to decide which of the two schedules is Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter right for your vehicle. Here’s how to decide which Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). schedule to follow: Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Chassis Lubrication (or Short Trip/City Deﬁnition...
Page 296: Long Trip/Highway Deﬁnition
Long Trip/Highway Deﬁnition Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System conditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs Maintenance are true.
Page 297 Footnotes 3,000 Miles (5 000 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 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life.
Page 298 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 24,000 Miles (40 000 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. Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter.
Page 299 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. Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter.
Page 300 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) Change automatic transaxle ﬂuid and ﬁlter if the Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. these conditions: 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) −...
Page 301 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) 78,000 Miles (130 000 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. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) whichever occurs ﬁrst).
Page 302 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. Change automatic transaxle ﬂuid and ﬁlter if the Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of whichever occurs ﬁrst).
Page 303: Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled # Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage. Maintenance + A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation. See Brake System Inspection on page 6-23 . The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles ++ If you drive in a highly corrosive environment, (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of...
Page 304 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 30,000 Miles (50 000 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 305 45,000 Miles (75 000 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 306 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 82,500 Miles (137 500 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 307 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) − When doing frequent trailer towing. − Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 12 months, service. whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the ﬂuid and ﬁlter do not require changing.
Page 308: Part B: Owner Checks And Services
Part B: Owner Checks and Services At Least Once a Month Listed in this part are owner checks and services Tire Inﬂation Check which should be performed at the intervals speciﬁed to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission Visually inspect your tires and make sure tires are control performance of your vehicle.
Page 309: At Least Once A Year
Wiper Blade Check Hydraulic Clutch System Check Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace Check the ﬂuid level in the clutch reservoir. See blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that Hydraulic Clutch on page 5-20 . A ﬂuid loss in this streak or miss areas of the windshield.
Page 310: Starter Switch Check
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 311: Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn parking brake. the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. •...
Page 312: Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
Part C: Periodic Exhaust System Inspection Maintenance 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 313: Brake System Inspection
Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chaﬁng, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc.
Page 314: Part D: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Usage Fluid/Lubricant Lubricants Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part No. Hydraulic U.S. 12345347, in Canada Clutch System 10953517, or equivalent DOT-3 Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part brake ﬂuid). number or speciﬁcation may be obtained from your GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part dealer.
Page 315 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Hood and Door U.S. 12377985, in Canada (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Chassis Hinges 88901242, or equivalent) or lubricant Canada 10953474, or equivalent). Lubrication meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part Weatherstrip Category LB or GC-LB.
Page 316: 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 317 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Record Reading 6-27...
Page 318 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Record Reading 6-28...
Page 319 Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance Information ......7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ........7-9 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......7-2 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Online Owner Center ........7-3 Government ..........7-9 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian (TTY) Users ..........7-4 Government ..........7-10 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-4...
Page 320: Customer Assistance Information
Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to the windshield.) your dealer and to Pontiac. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle • Dealership name and location will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service...
Page 321: Online Owner Center
The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program Online Owner Center administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle needs.
Page 322: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Pontiac encourages customers to call the toll-free From U.S. Virgin Islands: number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to 1-800-496-9994 write to Pontiac, the letter should be addressed to Fax Number: 313-381-0022 Pontiac’s Customer Assistance Center. Canada – Customer Assistance...
Page 323: Gm Mobility Program For Persons With Disabilities
Overseas – Customer Assistance GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and This program, available to Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except qualiﬁed applicants, can reimburse you up to Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) – $1,000 toward eligible Customer Assistance aftermarket driver or...
Page 324: Roadside Assistance Program
Hotels • Glass replacement 1-800-ROADSIDE (1-800-762-3743) • Tire repair facilities As the proud owner of a new Pontiac vehicle, you are • Rental vehicle or taxis automatically enrolled in the Pontiac Roadside • Airports or train stations Assistance program. This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive •...
Page 325: Canadian Roadside Assistance
Courtesy Transportation If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service Pontiac has always exempliﬁed quality and value in its department immediately, keep driving it until it can be offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership...
Page 326: Transportation Options
Warranty service can generally be completed while you warranty repairs, your dealer may arrange to provide wait. However, if you are unable to wait Pontiac you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several rental vehicle you obtained, at actual cost, up to a transportation options.
Page 327: Reporting Safety Defects
Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating Reporting Safety Defects dealers and all program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. Please Reporting Safety Defects to the contact your dealer for speciﬁc information about availability. All Courtesy Transportation arrangements United States Government will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel.
Page 328: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in RETAIL SELL PRICE: $50.00 a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-762-2737, or write: Pontiac-GMC Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33172 Detroit, MI 48232-5172 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Page 329: Service Bulletins
Service Bulletins Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Bulletins give technical service information Service Publications are available for current and needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to please specify year and model name of the vehicle.
Page 330 NOTES 7-12...
Page 331 Appearance Care ..........5-68 Care of Safety Belts ........5-71 Accessory Power Outlets ......... 3-15 Chemical Paint Spotting ....... 5-74 Adding Washer Fluid ........5-33 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ....5-69 Additional Program Information ......7-8 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle ....5-71 Additives, Fuel ..........
Page 332 Automatic Transaxle Inspection ......6-19 Bulb Replacement ........... 5-43 Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control Back-Up Lamps ........... 5-47 System Check ..........6-20 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ..5-46 Automatic Transaxle ........2-20 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps ..... 5-45 Fluid ............
Page 333 CD Messages ..........3-58 Child Restraints (cont.) Center Console Storage Area ......2-37 Top Strap Anchor Location ......1-40 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ... 5-46 Top Strap ........... 1-39 Chains, Tires ..........5-56 Where to Put the Restraint ......1-38 Charging System Light ........
Page 334 Control of a Vehicle .......... 4-6 Convenience Net ..........2-37 Daytime Running Lamps ........3-12 Coolant ............3-28 Defensive Driving ..........4-2 Engine Temperature Gage ......3-28 Defogging and Defrosting ......... 3-18 Heater, Engine ..........2-21 Dinghy Towing ..........4-32 Low Warning Light ........
Page 335 Engine (cont.) Oil ............. 5-13 Easy Entry Seat ..........1-6 Overheating ..........5-24 Electrical System ..........5-77 Starting ............2-20 Add-On Equipment ........5-77 Enhanced Traction System (ETS) ...... 4-10 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......5-77 Active Light ..........3-27 Headlamp Wiring .........
Page 336 Fluid ............. 5-19 Automatic Transaxle ........5-19 Gage ............3-33 Manual Transaxle ........5-19 Check Gages Warning Light ......3-33 Power Steering ........... 5-32 Engine Coolant Temperature ......3-28 Windshield Washer ........5-33 Fuel ............3-34 FM Stereo ............. 3-60 Speedometer ..........
Page 337 Highway Hypnosis ........... 4-24 If You Are Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ..4-30 Hill and Mountain Roads ........4-24 If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer ..... 4-36 Hitches ............4-38 If You’re Caught in a Blizzard ......4-28 Hood ............
Page 338 Light (cont.) Charging System ......... 3-24 Key Lock Cylinders Service ......6-19 Check Gages Warning ......... 3-33 Key Release Button (Manual Transaxle) ..... 2-20 Enhanced Traction System (ETS) Keyless Entry System ........2-3 Active Light ..........3-27 Keys ............... 2-2 Enhanced Traction System (ETS) Warning Light ..........
Page 339 Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts .... 5-82 Boot and Seal Inspection ......6-22 Maintenance Schedule ........6-18 Throttle System Inspection ......6-22 At Each Fuel Fill ......... 6-18 Using Your ........... 6-4 At Least Once a Month ........
Page 340 Outside (cont.) Power Mirrors ..........2-33 New Vehicle Break-In ........2-18 Remote Control Mirror ........2-33 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts .... 5-82 Overseas – Customer Assistance ......7-5 Owners, Canadian ..........ii Owner’s Information ........7-11 Odometer ............3-22 Off-Road Recovery .......... 4-13 Oil ..............
Page 341 Personal Choice Radio Controls ......3-59 Radios (cont.) Plan Ahead When Possible ........ 7-7 Care of Your CDs ........3-60 Playing a CD ..........3-52 Personal Choice Radio Controls ....3-59 Playing a Compact Disc ........3-40 Radio with CD ........3-38, 3-43 Playing the Radio ......
Page 342 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ....5-59 Replacement Bulbs ......... 5-48 Safety Belt ............. 3-23 Replacing Brake System Parts ......5-37 Reminder Light ..........3-23 Replacing Restraint System Parts Safety Belts ........... 5-71 After a Crash ..........1-59 Care of ............5-71 Reporting Safety Defects .........
Page 343 Seats .............. 1-6 Setting the Time (cont.) Easy Entry Seat ..........1-6 Radios without Radio Data Manual ............1-2 Systems (RDS) ........3-35 Rear Seat Operation ........1-7 Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) ..3-37, 3-39, 3-46 Reclining Seatbacks ........1-4 Sheet Metal Damage ........
Page 344 Storage Areas ..........2-37 Tires (cont.) Center Console Storage Area ......2-37 Changing a Flat Tire ........5-58 Convenience Net ......... 2-37 Compact Spare Tire ........5-68 Cupholder(s) ..........2-37 If a Tire Goes Flat ........5-57 Storing the Flat Tire and Tools ......5-66 Inﬂation -- Tire Pressure .......
Page 345 Trailer Brakes ..........4-38 Using an MP3 CD .......... 3-54 Transaxle Operation, Automatic ......2-22 Using Cleaner on Fabric ........5-69 Transaxle Operation, Manual ......2-25 Using the Rear Door Security Lock ....2-10 Transaxle ............5-19 Fluid, Automatic ........... 5-19 Fluid, Manual ..........
Page 346 Warnings (cont.) Windows ............2-14 Safety and Symbols ......... iii Manual ............2-15 Vehicle Damage ..........iv Power ............2-15 Washing Your Vehicle ........5-72 Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check ....6-18 Weatherstrip Lubrication ........6-19 Windshield Washer ......... 5-33 Weight of the Trailer Tongue ......

Pontiac Sunfire 2003 Owner's Manual

2003 Pontiac Sunﬁre Owner Manual

Seats and Restraint Systems

Features and Controls

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel

Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service and Appearance Care

Service

Fuel

Service and Appearance Care

Maintenance Schedule

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

Appearance Care

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts

Quick Links

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