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Pontiac 2003 Sunfire Owner's Manual (346 pages)
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Table of Contents
2003 Pontiac Sunfire Owner Manual
1
Table of Contents
1
How to Use this Manual
2
Vehicle Symbols
4
Seats and Restraint Systems
7
Front Seats
8
Manual Seats
8
Reclining Seatbacks
10
Head Restraints
11
Rear Seats
13
Rear Seat Operation
13
Folding the Seatback
13
Safety Belts
14
Why Safety Belts Work
15
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts
18
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
19
Driver Position
20
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
22
Four Door Models
22
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
27
Right Front Passenger Position
28
Rear Seat Passengers
28
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults
32
Safety Belt Extender
34
Child Restraints
35
Older Children
35
Infants and Young Children
38
Child Restraint Systems
41
Where to Put the Restraint
44
Top Strap
45
Top Strap Anchor Location
46
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Latch System
49
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
52
Air Bag Systems
55
Where Are the Air Bags
58
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate
61
When Should an Air Bag Inflate
61
How Does an Air Bag Restrain
62
Restraint System Check
64
Checking Your Restraint Systems
64
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
64
Replacing Restraint System Parts after a Crash
65
Features and Controls
67
Keys
68
Remote Keyless Entry System
69
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
70
Battery Replacement
72
Matching Transmitter(S) to Your Vehicle
72
Radio Personalization
72
Doors and Locks
74
Power Door Locks
75
Canceling the Rear Door Security Lock
76
Rear Door Security Locks
76
Using the Rear Door Security Lock
76
Leaving Your Vehicle
77
Lockout Protection
77
Remote Trunk Release
78
Remote Trunk Release Lockout
78
Emergency Trunk Release Handle
79
Trap-Resistant Trunk Kit
79
Windows
80
Express-Down Window
81
Manual Windows
81
Power Windows
81
Sun Visors
81
Content Theft-Deterrent
82
Disarming the System
82
How the System Alarm Is Activated
82
Theft-Deterrent Systems
82
How to Detect a Tamper Condition
83
How to Turn off the System Alarm
83
Ignition Positions
84
New Vehicle Break-In
84
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
84
Manual Transaxle
86
Engine Coolant Heater
87
Automatic Transaxle Operation
88
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
88
Forward Gears
90
Manual Transaxle Operation
91
Shift Speeds
92
Parking Brake
93
Shifting into Park (P)
94
Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running
95
Torque Lock
95
Parking Your Vehicle
96
Shifting out of Park (P)
96
Engine Exhaust
97
Parking over Things that Burn
97
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked
98
Manual Rearview Mirror
99
Mirrors
99
Outside Remote Control Mirror
99
Outside Breakaway Mirror
100
Outside Convex Mirror
100
Onstar System
101
Onstar Services
102
Center Console Storage Area
103
Convenience Net
103
Storage Areas
103
Sunroof
104
Section 3 Instrument Panel
105
Instrument Panel
105
Instrument Panel Overview
106
Hazard Warning Flashers
108
Other Warning Devices
109
Tilt Wheel
109
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
110
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
110
Windshield Wipers
111
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
111
Windshield Washers
112
Cruise Control
113
Exterior Lamps
116
Lamps on Reminder
116
Daytime Running Lamps
116
Front Reading Lamps
118
Map Lamps
118
Accessory Power Outlets
119
Battery Run-Down Protection
119
Climate Controls
120
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
120
Climate Control System
120
Defogging and Defrosting
122
Rear Window Defogger
123
Outlet Adjustment
123
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
124
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
125
Instrument Panel Cluster
125
Speedometer and Odometer
126
Trip Odometer
126
Safety Belt Reminder Light
127
Air Bag Readiness Light
127
Charging System Light
128
Brake System Warning Light
128
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
130
Enhanced Traction System Warning Light
130
Enhanced Traction System Active Light
131
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
132
Low Coolant Warning Light
132
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
133
Check Engine Light
133
If the Light Is Flashing
134
If the Light Is on Steady
134
Oil Pressure Light
135
Passlock Warning Light
136
Check Gages Warning Light
137
Service Vehicle Soon Light
137
Fuel Gage
138
Audio System(S)
139
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS)
139
Setting the Time for Radios Without Radio Data Systems (RDS)
139
AM-FM Radio
140
Setting Preset Stations
141
Radio with CD (Base Level)
142
Playing a Compact Disc
144
Compact Disc Messages
146
Radio with CD (MP3)
147
Radio Data System (Rds
147
Playing the Radio
148
Finding a Station
149
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)
150
Rds and XM
151
Finding a Program Type (Pty) Station
151
Setting Preset Ptys (Rds Only)
152
Rds Messages
152
Radio Messages
153
Playing a CD
156
Using an Mp3 CD
158
CD Messages
162
Personal Choice Radio Controls
163
Theft-Deterrent Feature (Non-RDS Radios)
163
Theft-Deterrent Feature (RDS Radios)
163
Care of Your CD Player
164
Care of Your Cds
164
Fixed Mast Antenna
164
Understanding Radio Reception
164
Fm Stereo
164
Chime Level Adjustment
165
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System (48 Contiguous US States)
165
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle
167
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
168
Defensive Driving
168
Drunken Driving
169
Control of a Vehicle
172
Braking
172
Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
173
Braking in Emergencies
175
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)
176
Steering
177
Steering Tips
177
Steering in Emergencies
178
Off-Road Recovery
179
Passing
180
Loss of Control
181
Driving at Night
182
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
184
Driving through Deep Standing Water
186
Driving through Flowing Water
186
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
186
City Driving
187
Freeway Driving
188
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
189
Highway Hypnosis
190
Hill and Mountain Roads
190
Winter Driving
192
Driving on Snow or Ice
193
If You're Caught in a Blizzard
194
If You Are Stuck: in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
196
Towing
197
Towing Your Vehicle
197
Recreational Vehicle Towing
197
Dinghy Towing
198
Dolly Towing
198
Loading Your Vehicle
199
Towing a Trailer (Automatic Transaxle)
201
If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer
202
P.O. Box
202
Weight of the Trailer
202
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
203
Driving with a Trailer
204
Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires
204
Following Distance
205
Making Turns
205
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
205
Driving on Grades
206
Parking on Hills
206
Towing a Trailer (Manual Transaxle)
207
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
207
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
207
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
209
Service and Appearance Care
209
Service
211
Doing Your Own Service Work
211
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
212
Fuel
212
Gasoline Octane
212
Gasoline Specifications
213
California Fuel
213
Additives
214
Fuels in Foreign Countries
214
Filling Your Tank
215
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
217
Service and Appearance Care
218
Checking Things under the Hood
218
Hood Release
218
Engine Compartment Overview
220
Engine Oil
221
When to Add Engine Oil
222
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
223
Maintenance Schedule
224
Engine Oil Additives
224
Maintenance Schedule
225
What to Do with Used Oil
225
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
226
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
227
Manual Transaxle Fluid
227
Hydraulic Clutch
228
When to Check and What to Use
228
Engine Coolant
229
How to Check and Add Fluid
229
What to Use
230
Checking Coolant
230
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
231
Engine Overheating
232
If Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
232
If no Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
233
Cooling System
234
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
236
Power Steering Fluid
240
Windshield Washer Fluid
241
Adding Washer Fluid
241
Brakes
242
Brake Fluid
242
Brake Wear
244
Battery
245
Replacing Brake System Parts
245
Vehicle Storage
246
Jump Starting
246
Bulb Replacement
251
Halogen Bulbs
251
Headlamps
252
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps
253
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) (with Spoiler)
254
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) (Without Spoiler)
254
Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps
254
Back-Up Lamps
255
Replacement Bulbs
256
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
256
Tires
257
How to Check
258
Inflation -- Tire Pressure
258
Tire Inspection and Rotation
258
When to Check
258
Buying New Tires
260
When It Is Time for New Tires
260
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
261
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
262
Wheel Replacement
263
Tire Chains
264
Used Replacement Wheels
264
If a Tire Goes Flat
265
Changing a Flat Tire
266
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
267
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
269
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools
274
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools
275
Compact Spare Tire
276
Appearance Care
276
Using Cleaner on Fabric
277
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
277
Cleaning Fabric/Carpet
277
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
278
Cleaning Vinyl
278
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
278
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components
278
Cleaning Glass Surfaces
279
Care of Safety Belts
279
Weatherstrips
279
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
279
Washing Your Vehicle
280
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
280
Finish Care
280
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
281
Cleaning Windshield and Wiper Blades
281
Cleaning Tires
281
Sheet Metal Damage
282
Finish Damage
282
Underbody Maintenance
282
Chemical Paint Spotting
282
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
283
Vehicle Identification
284
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
284
Service Parts Identification Label
284
Electrical System
285
Add-On Electrical Equipment
285
Headlamp Wiring
285
Windshield Wiper Fuses
285
Power Windows and Other Power Options
285
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
285
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
286
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
288
Capacities and Specifications
289
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
290
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule
291
Introduction
292
Maintenance Requirements
292
Maintenance Schedule
292
Your Vehicle and the Environment
292
How this Section Is Organized
293
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
294
Using Your Maintenance Schedule
294
Selecting the Right Schedule
295
Short Trip/City Intervals
295
Short Trip/City Definition
295
Long Trip/Highway Definition
296
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
296
Long Trip/Highway Intervals
296
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
303
At each Fuel Fill
308
At Least Once a Month
308
Cassette Tape Player Service
308
At Least Twice a Year
308
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
308
Tire Inflation Check
308
Engine Coolant Level Check
308
Part B: Owner Checks and Services
308
Engine Oil Level Check
308
At Least Once a Year
309
Wiper Blade Check
309
Hydraulic Clutch System Check
309
Weatherstrip Lubrication
309
Body Lubrication Service
309
Automatic Transaxle Inspection
309
Key Lock Cylinders Service
309
Manual Transaxle Check
309
Starter Switch Check
310
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
311
Underbody Flushing Service
311
Engine Cooling System Inspection
312
Exhaust System Inspection
312
Fuel System Inspection
312
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
312
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection
312
Throttle System Inspection
312
Brake System Inspection
313
Caliper/Knuckle Maintenance Inspection
313
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
314
Part E: Maintenance Record
316
Section 7 Customer Assistance Information
319
Customer Assistance Information
320
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
320
Online Owner Center
321
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
322
Detroit, MI
322
Customer Assistance Offices
322
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities
323
Overseas – Customer Assistance
323
Roadside Assistance Program
324
Security While You Travel
324
Canadian Roadside Assistance
325
Plan Ahead When Possible
325
Courtesy Transportation
325
Additional Program Information
326
Transportation Options
326
Reporting Safety Defects
327
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
327
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
328
Service Manuals
328
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
328
Service Publications Ordering Information
328
Current and Past Model Order Forms
329
Owner's Information
329
Service Bulletins
329
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Pontiac 2003 Sunfire Owner's Manual (346 pages)
Brand:
Pontiac
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 16.62 MB
Table of Contents
R Manual
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Table of Contents
2
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems
8
Seats and Restraint Systems
8
Front Seats
9
Rear Seats
15
Safety Belts
16
Child Restraints
37
Older Children
37
Infants and Young Children
39
Child Restraint Systems
42
Where to Put the Restraint
45
Top Strap
46
Top Strap Anchor Location
47
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
48
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System
50
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position
50
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
53
Air Bag Systems
56
Air Bag Systems
62
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate
62
When Should an Air Bag Inflate
62
How Does an Air Bag Restrain
63
What will You See after an Air Bag Inflates
63
Servicinq Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
65
After a Crash
66
Checking Your Restraint Systems
66
Replacing Restraint System Parts
66
Restraint System Check
66
Section 2 Features and Controls
68
Features and Controls
68
Keys
68
Remote Keyless Entry System
70
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
71
Doors and Locks
75
Door Locks
75
Power Door Locks
76
Rear Door Security Locks
76
Lockout Protection
77
Leaving Your Vehicle
77
Trunk
78
Windows
81
Manual Windows
82
Power Windows
82
Theft-Deterrent Systems
83
Content Theft-Deterrent
83
Passlock
84
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
85
New Vehicle Break-In
85
Ignition Positions
85
Starting Your Engine
87
Engine Coolant Heater
89
Automatic Transaxle Operation
90
Manual Transaxle Operation
92
Parking Brake
94
Shifting into Park (P)
95
(Automatic Transaxle)
95
Shifting out of Park (P)
97
(Automatic Transaxle)
97
Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transaxle)
97
Parking over Things that Burn
98
Engine Exhaust
99
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked
99
Mirrors
100
Manual Rearview Mirror
100
Outside Remote Control Mirror
100
Outside Power Mirrors
100
Outside Convex Mirror
101
Outside Breakaway Mirror
101
Onstar@ System
103
Storage Areas
105
Cupholder(S)
105
Center Console Storage Area
105
Convenience Net
105
Sunroof
106
Instrument Panel Ection 3
108
Instrument Panel
108
Instrument Panel Overview
108
Hazard Warning Flashers
110
Other Warning Devices
111
Horn
111
Tilt Wheel
111
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
112
Exterior Lamps
118
Interior Lamps
120
Accessory Power Outlets
122
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
122
Climate Controls
123
Climate Control System
123
Outlet Adjustment
126
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
127
Instrument Panel Cluster
128
Speedometer and Odometer
129
Tachometer
129
Safety Belt Reminder Light
129
Charging System Light
131
Up-Shift Light
131
Brake System Warning Light
132
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
133
Light
133
Enhanced Traction System Warning Light
133
Enhanced Traction System Active Light
134
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
135
Low Coolant Warning Light
135
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
136
Oil Pressure Light
139
Passlock@ Warning Light
140
Check Gages Warning Light
140
Service Vehicle Soon Light
141
Fuel Gage
141
Audio System(S)
142
Setting the Time for Radios Without
142
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio
142
AM-FM Radio
143
Radio with CD (Base Level)
145
Radio with CD (up Level)
145
Personal Choice Radio Controls
160
Theft-Deterrent Feature (Non-RDS Radios)
161
Theft-Deterrent Feature (RDS Radios)
161
Understanding Radio Reception
161
Care of Your Cds
162
Care of Your CD Player
162
Fixed Mast Antenna
162
Chime Level Adjustment
162
Ection 4 Driving Your Vehicle
164
Driving Your Vehicle
164
Defensive Driving
165
Drunken Driving
165
Your Driving. the Road. and Your Vehicle
165
Control of a Vehicle
168
Braking
169
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)
172
Steering
173
Off-Road Recovery
175
Passing
176
Loss of Control
177
Driving at Night
178
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
180
City Driving
183
Freeway Driving
184
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
185
Highway Hypnosis
185
Hill and Mountain Roads
186
Recreational Vehicle Towing
194
Towing
194
Towing Your Vehicle
194
Loading Your Vehicle
196
Towing a Trailer (Automatic Transaxle)
198
Towing a Trailer (Manual Transaxle)
204
Ection 5 Service and Appearanc
206
Service and Appearance Care
207
Service
208
Doing Your Own Service Work
209
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
209
Fuel
210
Gasoline Octane
210
Gasoline Specifications
210
California Fuel
211
Additives
211
Fuels in Foreign Countries
211
Filling Your Tank
212
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
214
Checking Things under
215
The Hood
215
Hood Release
215
Engine Oil
218
Engine Air Cleanedfilter
224
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
225
Manual Transaxle Fluid
226
Hydraulic Clutch
226
Engine Coolant
227
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
229
Engine Overheating
229
Cooling System
232
Power Steering Fluid
238
Windshield Washer Fluid
239
Brakes
240
Battery
244
Jump Starting
245
Bulb Replacement
250
Headlamps
250
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps
252
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) (with Spoiler)
252
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
252
Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps
253
Back-Up Lamps
254
Replacement Bulbs
254
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
255
Tires
256
Inflation -- Tire Pressure
257
Tire Inspection and Rotation
257
When It Is Time for New Tires
259
Buying New Tires
260
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
261
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
262
Tire Chains
264
Changing a Flat Tire
265
If a Tire Goes Flat
265
Compact Spare Tire
267
Appearance Care
276
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
276
Care of Safety Belts
278
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
279
Weatherstrips
279
Finish Damage
281
Sheet Metal Damage
281
Underbody Maintenance
281
Chemical Paint Spotting
282
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
282
Power Windows and Other Power Options
285
Electrical System
285
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
286
Capacities and Specifications
289
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
290
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule
292
Introduction
293
Maintenance Requirements
293
Maintenance Schedule
293
Your Vehicle and the Environment
293
How this Section Is Organized
294
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
295
Using Your Maintenance Schedule
295
Selecting the Right Schedule
296
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
303
At each Fuel Fill
308
At Least Once a Month
308
Part B: Owner Checks and Services
308
At Least Twice a Year
309
At Least Once a Year
310
Engine Cooling System Inspection
313
Exhaust System Inspection
313
Fuel System Inspection
313
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
313
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection
313
Throttle System Inspection
313
Customer Assistance Information
320
Vehicle Identification
321
Customer Assistance Information
321
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
321
Online Owner Center
322
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
323
Customer Assistance off Ices
323
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities
324
Roadside Assistance Program
324
Reporting Safety Defects
328
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
328
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
328
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
328
Service Publications Ordering Information
329
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