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Pontiac 2009 G8 Getting To Know Manual

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Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Remote Keyless Entry . . . . . . . .5
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
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Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Congratulations on your purchase of a Pontiac G8. Please read this information about your vehicle's features and
your Owner Manual to ensure an outstanding ownership experience. Note that your vehicle may not include all
the features described in this booklet. Keep this booklet with your Owner Manual for easy reference.
Audio System Features . . . . . .10
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
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Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
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System . . . . . . . . . .13
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . .13
Exterior Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Interior Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Windshield Wipers and
Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . .18
StabiliTrak
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System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Spare Tire/Inflator Kit . . . . . . . .19
Battery Location . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Refueling the Vehicle . . . . . . . .19
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Roadside Assistance . . . . . . . .20
My GMLink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    My GMLink ....20 Congratulations on your purchase of a Pontiac G8. Please read this information about your vehicle’s features and your Owner Manual to ensure an outstanding ownership experience. Note that your vehicle may not include all...

  • Page 2: Driver Information Instrument Panel

    Getting to Know Your G8 DRIVER INFORMATION Instrument Panel The main features of the instrument I. DIC Controls/Audio Steering Wheel panel include: Controls J. Tilt Steering Wheel Lever A. Turn Signal/Cruise Control/ K. Horn Multifunction Lever L. OnStar Calling/Audio Volume B.

  • Page 3: Instrument Panel Cluster

    Instrument Panel Cluster Your vehicle’s instrument panel cluster is Note: The instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance designed to let you know about many how your vehicle is running. It includes important aspects of your vehicle’s these key features: operation.

  • Page 4: Driver Information Center

    Getting to Know Your G8 (Enter): Use this switch to scroll Driver Information Center through the available options. Quickly press and release this switch to reset all screens. Press and hold this switch for more than three seconds to reset only the current screen.

  • Page 5: Safety & Security

    Customization menu entries include: SAFETY & SECURITY • Reset settings (reset all settings to Remote Keyless Entry the factory defaults) The functions • Security of the Remote • Lighting Keyless Entry • Trip Computer (RKE) transmit- ter include: • Language (English or French) (Unlock): •...

  • Page 6: Door Locks

    Getting to Know Your G8 Keys OnStar ® One RKE transmitter features a folding Your vehicle may feature the OnStar key and the other transmitter has a fixed Safe & Sound Plan or the uplevel blade key. There also is a glove box key. OnStar Directions &...

  • Page 7: Comfort

    COMFORT • To adjust the driver’s seatback, turn the larger lower knob (A). For ease of Power Seat Adjustments use, lean forward while adjusting the seatback forward. 4-Way Power Seat Adjustment The power seat switch is located on the outboard side of each front seat. •...

  • Page 8: Heated Seats

    Getting to Know Your G8 Temperature Control: Turn the temper- Heated Seats (if equipped) ature control knob (B) to increase or decrease the temperature setting. Air Delivery Mode: Turn the mode control knob (C) to change the direction of the air delivery to the vent, bi-level, floor, defog/floor or defrost mode.
  • Page 9 Automatic Operation (Air Delivery Mode): Press the up or down mode button to change the To set the automatic system: direction of the air delivery to the vent, 1. Press the AUTO button. bi-level, floor or defog/floor mode. 2. Use the temperature controls to (Fan Speed): Press the + or –...

  • Page 10: Entertainment

    Getting to Know Your G8 ENTERTAINMENT ASM (Automatic Station Memory): Press and hold this button to automati- Audio System Features cally store the six stations with the strongest signal on the selected band (FM or AM). Once stored, press this button to switch between ASM stations and regular preset stations.

  • Page 11: Multiple-Disc Cd Player

    3. Turn the volume knob or MENU knob Multiple-Disc CD Player to adjust the selected item. (if equipped) 4. To exit, press the (Time) button. Setting Preset Stations (Single-disc CD System) To store preset stations: 1. Press the BAND button to select the desired radio band.

  • Page 12: Audio Steering Wheel

    Getting to Know Your G8 Audio Steering Wheel Controls Note: CDs with any affixed labels may (if equipped) jam in the CD player. Label a CD using a permanent marker. If more than one CD is inserted into the slot at a time, or if scratched or damaged CDs are played, the CD player could be dam- aged.

  • Page 13: Bluetooth

    Not all phones will support all functions. 4. Repeat these steps for a 10-minute Visit www.pontiac.com/bluetooth for time extension. Only two consecutive more information. remote starts are allowed. For instructions on how to use the system,...

  • Page 14: Automatic Headlamp System/Exterior Lamps

    Getting to Know Your G8 When you enter the vehicle after a Exterior Lamps Control remote start, the ignition must be turned to the On position before driving. Note: The Remote Vehicle Start feature will not operate if the key is in the igni- tion, the hood is open, or the Check Engine light is illuminated on the instru- ment panel cluster.

  • Page 15: Interior Lamps

    Interior Lamps Windshield Wipers and Washer Instrument Panel Brightness The instrument panel lighting buttons are located above the exterior lamps control switch. • To adjust The windshield wipers feature an over- the instrument panel lighting, size driver-side wiper. press and hold the + (bright) The wipers and washers lever, located or –...

  • Page 16: Cruise Control

    Getting to Know Your G8 Cruise Control Power Windows and Mirrors The power switches for the windows and outside rearview mirrors are located on the center console. Express-Down Front Windows • To operate the express-down feature, press and hold the desired window switch for approximately one second Cruise control is operated by using the and the window will lower automati-...

  • Page 17: Sunroof

    PERFORMANCE & MAINTENANCE Sunroof (if equipped) Sport Shift Mode and The sunroof control is Driver Shift Control (if equipped) located on the over- head console. The automatic • To tilt (vent) the transmission sunroof, turn the features a control counterclockwise to one of the performance three tilt positions.

  • Page 18: Manual Transmission

    Getting to Know Your G8 During cooler conditions, the low tire Manual Transmission Operation pressure warning message may appear (if equipped) when the vehicle is first started and then turn off as you start to drive. This could The 6-speed manual transmission be an early indicator that your tire pres- includes a 1-to-4 shift feature that helps sures are getting low and the tires need...

  • Page 19: Spare Tire/Inflator Kit

    See your To reset the Oil Life System: Pontiac dealer for information about 1. Turn the ignition key to Run with the recommended winter tires. engine off. See Vehicle Service and Care in your Owner Manual.

  • Page 20: Owner Information

    (1-800-762-3743) TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438 • Vehicle model, year and color • Vehicle mileage As the proud owner of a new Pontiac, you are automatically enrolled in the Pontiac • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Roadside Assistance program. This value- • Vehicle license plate number...

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