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Pontiac 2009 Montana SV6 Owner's Manual (452 pages)
2009 Pontiac Montana SV6 Owner Manual
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Pontiac
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Automobile
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Table of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint System
5
Canadian Owners
2
Table of Contents
5
Front Seats
6
Manual Seats
6
Power Seats
7
Heated Seats
7
Reclining Seatbacks
8
Head Restraints
10
Rear Seats
10
Rear Seat Operation
10
Bucket Seats
11
Removing the Bucket Seats
15
Captain Chairs
19
Third Row Seat
24
Removing the Third Row Seat
26
Installing the Third Row Seat
27
Safety Belts
29
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone
29
Why Safety Belts Work
30
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts
33
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
34
Lap-Shoulder Belt
43
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
46
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
48
Safety Belt Extender
48
Child Restraints
49
Older Children
49
Infants and Young Children
52
Child Restraint Systems
56
Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint
57
Where to Put the Restraint
58
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
59
Top Tether Anchor
60
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Latch System
63
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position
66
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
68
Airbag System
72
Where Are the Airbags
75
When Should an Airbag Inflate
77
What Makes an Airbag Inflate
78
How Does an Airbag Restrain
78
What will You See after an Airbag Inflates
79
Passenger Sensing System
80
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
85
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
86
Restraint System Check
87
Checking the Restraint Systems
87
Replacing Restraint System Parts after a Crash
88
Section 2 Features and Controls
89
Keys
91
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
92
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
93
Remote Power Sliding Door Operation
94
Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle
94
Remote Vehicle Start
95
Remote Start Ready
97
Doors and Locks
98
Door Locks
98
Power Door Locks
99
Delayed Locking
100
Automatic Door Lock
100
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock
101
Lockout Protection
101
Dual Sliding Doors
101
Sliding Door Lock
102
Sliding Door Security Lock
103
Power Sliding Door (PSD)
104
Liftgate
110
Resetting the Power Sliding Door
110
Windows
112
Power Windows
113
Manual Rear Quarter Windows
114
Power Rear Quarter Windows
114
Sun Visors
115
Theft-Deterrent Systems
115
Content Theft-Deterrent
115
PASS-Key
117
Electronic Immobilizer Operation
117
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
119
New Vehicle Break-In
119
Ignition Positions
119
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
120
Starting the Engine
120
Starting Procedure
121
Engine Coolant Heater
122
Automatic Transmission Operation
123
Parking Brake
126
Shifting into Park
126
Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running
127
Torque Lock
127
Shifting out of Park
128
Parking over Things that Burn
128
Engine Exhaust
129
Running the Vehicle While Parked
130
Mirrors
131
Manual Rearview Mirror
131
Outside Power Mirrors
131
Outside Convex Mirror
131
Outside Heated Mirrors
132
Object Detection Systems
132
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)
132
How the System Works
133
Onstar System
135
Onstar Virtual Advisor
136
Onstar Steering Wheel Controls
137
How Onstar Service Works
137
Your Responsibility
137
Universal Home Remote System
138
Universal Home Remote System Operation (with One Triangular LED)
138
Programming the Universal Home Remote System
139
Gate Operator and Canadian Programming
141
Storage Areas
142
Glove Box
142
Cupholders
142
Overhead Console (Without Rail)
143
Overhead Console (with Rail)
143
Floor Console Storage Area
145
Folding Tray
145
Second Row Center Console
145
Luggage Carrier
146
Convenience Net (with Rear Convenience Center)
147
Convenience Net
147
Convenience Center
148
Removing the Convenience Center
149
Replacing the Convenience Center
149
Section 3 Instrument Panel
151
Instrument Panel Overview
154
Hazard Warning Flashers
156
Other Warning Devices
156
Horn
156
Tilt Wheel
156
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
157
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
157
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
158
Flash-To-Pass
158
Windshield Wipers
158
Windshield Washer
159
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
159
Cruise Control
160
Setting Cruise Control
161
Resuming a Set Speed
161
Exterior Lamps
162
Wiper Activated Headlamps
163
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)/ Automatic Headlamp System
164
Instrument Panel Brightness
165
Interior Lamps Control
165
Dome Lamp
166
Entry Lighting
166
Delayed Lighting
166
Exit Lighting
167
Front Reading Lamps
167
Rear Reading Lamps
167
Cargo Lamp
167
Electric Power Management
168
Battery Run-Down Protection
169
Overhead Console Switchbank
169
Accessory Power Outlet(S)
170
Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current
171
Cigarette Lighter
172
Climate Controls
172
Climate Control System
172
Rear Window Defogger
174
Dual Climate Control System
175
Outlet Adjustment
177
Rear Climate Control System
178
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
179
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
180
Instrument Panel Cluster
181
Speedometer and Odometer
182
Trip Odometer
182
Tachometer
182
Safety Belt Reminder Light
182
Safety Belt Reminders
182
Airbag Readiness Light
183
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
184
Charging System Light
185
Brake System Warning Light
185
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
186
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light
187
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
187
Tire Pressure Light
188
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
188
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
190
Oil Pressure Light
191
Security Light
191
Cruise Control Light
191
Highbeam on Light
192
Fuel Gage
192
Low Fuel Warning Light
192
Driver Information Center (DIC)
193
DIC Operation and Displays
194
Average Fuel Economy
196
DIC Compass (Uplevel Only)
198
Compass Calibration
199
DIC Warnings and Messages
200
Battery Saver Active
201
Check Gas Cap
202
Check Tire Pressure
203
Engine Coolant Hot
204
Hood Ajar
205
Key in Ignition
206
Low Fuel
208
Parking Brake on
208
Reduced Engine Power
210
Service Air Bag
212
Service Brake System
213
Service Tire Monitor System
214
Service Vehicle Soon
215
Stability Control off
216
Turn Signal on
217
DIC Vehicle Personalization (Uplevel Only)
218
Remote Start
222
Audio System(S)
226
Setting the Clock
227
Radio(S) (MP3)
227
Playing the Radio
228
Setting Preset Stations
229
Finding a Station
229
Rds and XM
230
Rds Messages
231
XM Satellite Radio Service
232
Radio Messages
232
Using the Auxiliary Input Jack
238
Using an MP3
239
XM Radio Messages
242
Before Driving
243
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System
243
Audio Output
244
Wireless Headphones
245
DVD Player
246
Playing a Disc
248
Remote Control
249
Battery Replacement
252
DVD Display Error Messages
256
DVD Distortion
256
Cleaning the DVD Player
256
Cleaning the Video Screen
256
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)
257
Theft-Deterrent Feature
258
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
259
Radio Reception
260
Fixed Mast Antenna
261
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System
261
Chime Level Adjustment
261
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle
263
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle
264
Defensive Driving
264
Drunk Driving
264
Control of a Vehicle
265
Braking
265
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
266
Braking in Emergencies
267
Traction Control System (TCS)
267
Stabilitrak ® System
268
Traction Control Operation
269
Steering
270
Power Steering
270
Off-Road Recovery
271
Passing
272
Loss of Control
272
Driving at Night
273
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
274
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
275
Highway Hypnosis
275
Hill and Mountain Roads
276
Winter Driving
277
If Your Vehicle Is Stuck in Sand, Mud
279
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out
279
Loading the Vehicle
280
Towing
285
Towing Your Vehicle
285
Recreational Vehicle Towing
285
Dinghy Towing
285
Level Control
286
Towing a Trailer
286
If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer
287
Weight of the Trailer
288
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
289
Driving with a Trailer
292
Making Turns
293
Following Distance
293
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
294
Parking on Hills
294
Driving on Grades
294
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
295
Trailer Wiring Harness
295
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
297
Service
299
Accessories and Modifications
299
California Proposition 65 Warning
300
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
300
Doing Your Own Service Work
300
Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle
301
Fuel
301
Gasoline Octane
302
California Fuel
302
Gasoline Specifications
302
Additives
303
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
304
Fuels in Foreign Countries
305
Filling the Tank
306
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
308
Checking Things under the Hood
308
Hood Release
309
Engine Compartment Overview
310
Engine Oil
311
When to Add Engine Oil
312
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
313
Engine Oil Life System
314
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System
315
What to Do with Used Oil
315
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
316
Automatic Transmission Fluid
317
Checking the Fluid Level
318
Cooling System
319
Engine Coolant
320
Checking Coolant
321
How to Add Coolant to the Recovery Tank
321
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator
322
Radiator Pressure Cap
324
Engine Overheating
324
If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
325
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
326
If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
326
Power Steering Fluid
327
Windshield Washer Fluid
328
Adding Washer Fluid
328
Brakes
329
Brake Adjustment
331
Battery
332
Vehicle Storage
332
Jump Starting
333
Headlamp Aiming
337
Bulb Replacement
337
Halogen Bulbs
337
Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps
338
Front Turn Signal, Parking and Daytime
339
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-Up Lamps
340
License Plate Lamp
341
Replacement Bulbs
341
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
342
Tires
343
Tire Sidewall Labeling
344
Tire Terminology and Definitions
347
Inflation - Tire Pressure
350
High-Speed Operation
352
Tire Pressure Monitor System
353
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
354
Tpms Malfunction Light and Message
355
Tpms Sensor Matching Process
356
Tire Inspection and Rotation
358
When It Is Time for New Tires
359
Buying New Tires
360
Different Size Tires and Wheels
362
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
363
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
365
Wheel Replacement
365
Tire Chains
366
Accessory Inflator
367
If a Tire Goes Flat
369
Changing a Flat Tire
370
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
371
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
373
Secondary Latch System
380
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
382
Compact Spare Tire
384
Appearance Care
385
Interior Cleaning
385
Fabric/Carpet
387
Leather
387
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces
388
Care of Safety Belts
388
Weatherstrips
388
Washing Your Vehicle
389
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
389
Finish Care
390
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades
390
Aluminum Wheels
391
Tires
391
Sheet Metal Damage
392
Finish Damage
392
Underbody Maintenance
392
Chemical Paint Spotting
392
Vehicle Identification
393
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
393
Service Parts Identification Label
393
Electrical System
393
Add-On Electrical Equipment
393
Headlamp Wiring
394
Windshield Wiper Fuses
394
Power Windows and Other Power Options
394
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
394
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
394
Underhood Fuse Block
396
Capacities and Specifications
400
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule
401
Introduction
402
Maintenance Requirements
402
Maintenance Schedule
402
Your Vehicle and the Environment
402
Using the Maintenance Schedule
403
Scheduled Maintenance
404
Additional Required Services
406
Maintenance Footnotes
407
Engine Oil Level Check
408
At each Fuel Fill
408
Owner Checks and Services
408
At Least Once a Month
409
At Least Once a Year
409
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
410
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
411
Maintenance Replacement Parts
413
Engine Drive Belt Routing
414
Maintenance Record
415
Section 7 Customer Assistance Information
419
Customer Assistance and Information
420
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
420
Online Owner Center
423
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
424
Customer Assistance Offices
424
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
425
Roadside Assistance Program
425
Calling for Assistance
426
Scheduling Service Appointments
428
Courtesy Transportation
428
Additional Program Information
429
Collision Damage Repair
430
Insuring Your Vehicle
431
If a Crash Occurs
431
Reporting Safety Defects
433
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
433
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
433
Owner Information
434
Service Manuals
434
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
434
Service Publications Ordering Information
434
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
435
Event Data Recorders
436
Onstar
437
Navigation System
437
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
437
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