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The main components of your instrument panel are the following:

A. Air Outlets

B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever

C. Audio System Steering Wheel Controls

(If Equipped)

D. Windshield Wiper Lever

E. Steering Column Shift Lever

F. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls

(If Equipped)

G. Audio System

H. Hazard Warning Flashers Control

I. Twilight Sentinel

Controls and Fog Lamps Button

J. Ignition Switch

K. Comfort Control System

L. Heated Seat Switches (Option)

M. Traction Control Button (If Equipped)

N. Cigarette Lighter

O. Glove Box

Summary of Contents for 2002 Bonneville

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Page 3: ...ral Motors of Canada Limited for Pontiac Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell...

Page 4: ...d a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that c...

Page 5: ...nt colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle may be equipped with components and labels that us...

Page 6: ...v These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle...

Page 7: ...Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 14 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 14 Driver Position 1 20 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 21 Right Front Passenger Position 1 21 Air Bag S...

Page 8: ...the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and then release the bar Try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place Manual Lumbar Support The...

Page 9: ...edge of the control up or down Raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion by pressing the rear edge of the control up or down Move the seat forward or rearward by pressing the control towards the fr...

Page 10: ...y also want to adjust the seatback for maximum comfort Memory Seat and Mirrors Option If your vehicle has this feature the controls are on the driver s door panel and are used to program and recall me...

Page 11: ...f the seat at any time press the power seat control located on the outboard side of the driver s front seat If you would like your stored driving or exit position to be recalled when unlocking your ve...

Page 12: ...seatbacks If your vehicle has the manual recliner lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat and move the seatback to the desired position Release the lever to lock the seatback Pull up on the le...

Page 13: ...the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the s...

Page 14: ...might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or out...

Page 15: ...ost crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in...

Page 16: ...1 10 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop...

Page 17: ...1 11 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel...

Page 18: ...sense Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers Q Won t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I m wearing a safety belt A You could be whether you re wearing a...

Page 19: ...get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A...

Page 20: ...hich restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here...

Page 21: ...he belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under...

Page 22: ...is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way 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 inju...

Page 23: ...ou 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 This could cau...

Page 24: ...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...

Page 25: ...sted across the body 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...

Page 26: ...n it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously inju...

Page 27: ...this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again If your vehicle has a center passenger position be sure to use the correct buckle when buckling your lap shoulder belt If you find t...

Page 28: ...work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear or low speed frontal crashes or in many side crashes And...

Page 29: ...le while still maintaining control of the vehicle Front occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be ser...

Page 30: ...em checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information How the Air Bag Systems Wor...

Page 31: ...in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door The right front passenger s side impact air bag is in the s...

Page 32: ...full deployment occurs If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn t move or deform the threshold level for the reduced deployment is about 10 to 16 mph 18 to 26 km h and the th...

Page 33: ...frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle The a...

Page 34: ...ted air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the driver from seeing or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an air bag inflates there is dust...

Page 35: ...sing and diagnostic module which records information about the frontal air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and dr...

Page 36: ...or up to 10 seconds after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an air bag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it...

Page 37: ...t To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety...

Page 38: ...they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt All rear seating positions have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1...

Page 39: ...make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the...

Page 40: ...l injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a...

Page 41: ...t the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who...

Page 42: ...lastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elast...

Page 43: ...ehicle 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 t...

Page 44: ...uch until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will su...

Page 45: ...are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatibl...

Page 46: ...ants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints 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 youn...

Page 47: ...restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surfac...

Page 48: ...urfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positione...

Page 49: ...aps and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type...

Page 50: ...forward facing child restraint in the right front seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat CAUTIO...

Page 51: ...ed don t use the restraint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacture...

Page 52: ...tions You ll find them behind the rear seat on the filler panel In order to get to a bracket you ll have to open the trim cover Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System Your vehicle...

Page 53: ...g child restraint that has attaching points B at its base and a top tether anchor C or a rear facing child restraint that has attaching points B as shown here With this system use the LATCH system ins...

Page 54: ...Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 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 Put the child restraint...

Page 55: ...forward facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s better to secure the child restraint in the rear...

Page 56: ...if needed If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckl...

Page 57: ...and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehi...

Page 58: ...a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the la...

Page 59: ...int You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove t...

Page 60: ...elt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal...

Page 61: ...ce or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward...

Page 62: ...in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the...

Page 63: ...r impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maint...

Page 64: ...n Positions 2 28 Starting Your Engine 2 29 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 30 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 33 Parking Brake 2 34 Shifting Into PARK P 2 37 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 38 Parking Ov...

Page 65: ...cle 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...

Page 66: ...first stop To stop the window while it is lowering in the express mode press the switch again then release it To raise the window hold the switch forward Window Lock Press the LOCK button on the driv...

Page 67: ...le 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 Don...

Page 68: ...ansponder in the key head that matches a decoder in the vehicle s instrument panel If a replacement key or any additional key is needed you must purchase this key from your dealer The key will have PK...

Page 69: ...ked doors can be dangerous D Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle When a door is locked the handle won t open it You increase the chance of being t...

Page 70: ...See Universal Theft Deterrent in the Index for more information To unlock the door from the outside use your door key or remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped Turning the door key toward the r...

Page 71: ...nto PARK P the doors will unlock If someone needs to get out while you re not in PARK P have that person use the manual door lock or the power door lock switch When the door is closed again it will no...

Page 72: ...automatic door locks will remain in the most recent mode selected If your vehicle is equipped with remote keyless entry use the following procedure to change modes 1 Keep all doors closed the vehicle...

Page 73: ...RK P and the ignition on throughout this procedure 2 Press and hold the driver s power door lock switch in LOCK through Step 4 3 Cycle the parking lamp switch from off to on six times On the sixth cyc...

Page 74: ...If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center DIC you must program this feature through the DIC See Driver Information Center Personalization Programming in the Index Rear Door Secur...

Page 75: ...nd open the door from the outside 2 Move the lever all the way down 3 Do the same for the other rear door The rear door locks will now work normally Anti Lockout Feature The power door locks will not...

Page 76: ...s 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to t...

Page 77: ...x Pressing the lock button may also turn off the interior lamps if illuminated If you have the optional fuel door lock the fuel door will also lock when the lock button is pressed The trunk will unloc...

Page 78: ...ides feedback to the driver when the vehicle receives a command from the remote keyless entry transmitter Feedback is only provided if all doors are closed the ignition is off and the Retained Accesso...

Page 79: ...he key from the ignition and close all of the doors after you ve exited the vehicle Press the lock button on the transmitter to be verified and confirm the appropriate feedback Repeat with the unlock...

Page 80: ...k at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it s probably time to change the battery NOTICE When replacing the battery use care not to t...

Page 81: ...Trunk CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If y...

Page 82: ...k The transaxle must be in PARK P or NEUTRAL N The system also works with the remote keyless entry system if your vehicle has this feature Remote Trunk Release Lockout Option To secure items in the tr...

Page 83: ...sure to light Pull the release handle up to open the trunk from the inside Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features...

Page 84: ...k all doors except the driver s D Give the valet key to the valet Then take the master key with you Universal Theft Deterrent If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature it has a theft deterrent alar...

Page 85: ...ng a door any other way will set off the alarm If you set off the alarm by accident unlock the driver s door with your key You can also turn off the alarm by pressing the button with the unlock symbol...

Page 86: ...ote keyless entry transmitter or a key breaks a window tries to damage the vehicle or turns the ignition to ON If any of these do occur the horn will sound and the parking lamps will flash for up to t...

Page 87: ...ong key it shuts down the vehicle s starter and fuel systems The starter will not work and fuel will stop being delivered to the engine Anyone using a trial and error method to start the vehicle will...

Page 88: ...has started turn the key to OFF and remove the key 4 Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to ON within 10 seconds of removing the previous key 5 The SECURITY telltale light will turn off once...

Page 89: ...breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings D Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition...

Page 90: ...gine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch will return to ON for normal driving Even if the engine is not running ACC and ON are positions that allow you to operate your electrica...

Page 91: ...ry to be drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If it doesn t st...

Page 92: ...located on the passenger s side of the vehicle above the headlamp assembly 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electr...

Page 93: ...TION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running un...

Page 94: ...o REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand wi...

Page 95: ...oose THIRD 3 instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D D When driving on hilly winding roads D when towing a trailer so there is less shifting between gears or D when going down a steep hill SECOND 2 This posi...

Page 96: ...ansaxle Also if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transaxle Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your...

Page 97: ...eat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill see Towing a Trailer in the Index That section shows what...

Page 98: ...he parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P like this D Pull the lever toward you D Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 Turn the ignition key to OFF 4 Remove the key and take it with you...

Page 99: ...ve suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could b...

Page 100: ...the parking pawl in the transaxle so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You have to fully apply your re...

Page 101: ...ciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if D Your exhaust system sounds strange or different D Your vehicle gets rusty underneath D Your vehicle was damaged in a collision D Your vehicle...

Page 102: ...ine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake...

Page 103: ...wheel is located on the left side of the steering column To tilt the wheel hold the wheel and pull the lever toward you Then move the steering wheel to a comfortable level and release the lever to loc...

Page 104: ...signal a turn or a lane change a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident See Bulb Replacement in the In...

Page 105: ...are off or on low beam your high beam headlamps will turn on They ll stay on as long as you hold the lever toward you and the high beam indicator on the instrument panel cluster will come on Release...

Page 106: ...ice to prevent an overload Keep in mind that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before us...

Page 107: ...be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic D Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast...

Page 108: ...accelerate briefly You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there Remember that if you hold the lever at R A the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the b...

Page 109: ...l on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to mainta...

Page 110: ...ons OFF Turning the switch to this position turns off all lamps and lights except the Daytime Running Lamps DRL Parking Lamps Turning the switch to this position turns on the parking lamps together wi...

Page 111: ...ime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the sh...

Page 112: ...RK P by turning the Twilight Sentinel knob all the way to OFF If the knob was already in OFF it must be cycled to ON and back to OFF Turn the knob clockwise to turn the exterior lighting back on The l...

Page 113: ...ng is active it can be disabled by turning on the manual parking lamps This lighting will be disabled until the key is turned from ON or until the manual parking lamps are turned off Also it s possibl...

Page 114: ...If it is dark enough outside and you press the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped the interior courtesy lamps will come on and stay on for approximately...

Page 115: ...hours The instrument panel display can only be adjusted when the parking lamps or headlamps are on and it is dark outside Perimeter Lighting When the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyle...

Page 116: ...to change this setting The procedure will need to be repeated for the second transmitter If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center DIC you must program this feature through the D...

Page 117: ...to these features will automatically turn off after 10 minutes Power will be restored for an additional 10 minutes if any door is opened the trunk is opened or the courtesy lamps are turned on To rest...

Page 118: ...allows you to adjust the mirror to avoid glare from any headlamps behind you Push the tab away from you for daytime use pull it toward you for night use Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror If Equ...

Page 119: ...ur vehicle If your vehicle is equipped with the memory seat and mirrors feature these mirror positions along with the driver s seat position can be stored in memory See Memory Seat and Mirrors in the...

Page 120: ...s Option When you operate the rear window defogger a defogger also warms the heated driver s and passenger s outside rearview mirrors to help clear them of ice and snow Storage Compartments Glove Box...

Page 121: ...ing over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops For heavier loads store them in the trunk as far forward as you can You can unhook the net so that it will lie flat when you re not using it Ashtr...

Page 122: ...d for 10 minutes after turning the ignition OFF If you would like the lighter to operate regardless of ignition position and for extended periods of time see Engine Compartment Fuse Block in the Index...

Page 123: ...one or CB radio The accessory power outlet 12 volt is located inside the overhead console if equipped and at the rear of the front console if equipped If your vehicle is equipped with an overhead cons...

Page 124: ...ional information on accessory power outlets NOTICE Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working as they should This wouldn t be covered by your war...

Page 125: ...receiving the call an advisor at the center will locate your vehicle and assess the situation If necessary the advisor will alert the nearest emergency service provider Communication Button Press thi...

Page 126: ...ituation If the center is unable to contact you an emergency service provider will be contacted Stolen Vehicle Tracking Call the center at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 to report your vehicle stolen T...

Page 127: ...th the OnStar Center may be monitored or recorded OnStar Service is D Available in the 48 contiguous United States Alaska Hawaii and Canada D available when the vehicle is within the operating range o...

Page 128: ...d to help reduce noise and make passengers more comfortable Express Open When the glass panel is express opening pressing the switch in any direction will stop it in a partially opened position The gl...

Page 129: ...uding interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference...

Page 130: ...onds hold the hand held transmitter about 1 to 3 inches 3 to 8 cm from HomeLink and then press and hold the transmit button on the hand held transmitter Continue to hold both buttons until the indicat...

Page 131: ...800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com Because of the steps involved it may be helpful to have another person assist in programming the transmitter 2 Press the Learn or Smart button on t...

Page 132: ...ll come on while the signal is being transmitted Erasing Channels To erase all three programmed channels hold down the two outside buttons on HomeLink until the indicator light begins to flash approxi...

Page 133: ...2 70 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 134: ...quipped D Windshield Wiper Lever E Steering Column Shift Lever F Driver Information Center DIC Controls If Equipped G Audio System H Hazard Warning Flashers Control I Twilight SentinelR Controls and F...

Page 135: ...ow how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economically Your vehicle is equipped with one of these instrument panel clusters which includ...

Page 136: ...2 73 Cluster with Driver Information Center DIC United States version shown Canada similar...

Page 137: ...2 74 Cluster with Driver Information Center DIC and Boost Gage United States version shown Canada similar...

Page 138: ...t odometer If you see ERROR displayed you ll know that someone has probably tried to turn it back You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can be set t...

Page 139: ...ghts and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or...

Page 140: ...ow your warning lights and gages They re a big help Your vehicle may also have a Driver Information Center DIC that works along with the warning lights and gages See Driver Information Center in the I...

Page 141: ...u are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the air bag system m...

Page 142: ...do not have a battery warning light They have a CHECK GAGES warning to indicate a problem On vehicles with a DIC a CHECK CHARGE SYSTEM message will be displayed and a warning chime will sound See DIC...

Page 143: ...t away United States Canada This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the...

Page 144: ...ine is started and may stay on for five seconds That s normal If the light stays on turn the ignition to OFF Or if the light comes on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition...

Page 145: ...tton located on the center console the warning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on press the button again The warning light should go off See Traction Control System in the Index...

Page 146: ...ou may hear a noise or feel a vibration in the brake pedal This is normal In these situations when the LOW TRAC light is on and the system is engaged you should continue to steer in the direction you...

Page 147: ...e message ENGINE HOT A C DISABLED will appear in the DIC display and a warning chime will sound If the gage pointer moves into the shaded area your engine is too hot On vehicles equipped with the syst...

Page 148: ...comes on briefly when you turn your ignition key to START If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be there to tell you if the pressure in a tire is low If the anti lock brake system...

Page 149: ...designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well...

Page 150: ...see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and...

Page 151: ...pection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could...

Page 152: ...CHECK GAGES light will come on and a warning chime will sound On vehicles with a DIC a CHECK GAGES OIL PRESSURE message will be displayed and a warning chime will sound See DIC Warnings and Messages...

Page 153: ...he Index On vehicles with a DIC the CHECK OIL LEVEL light is replaced by an OIL LEVEL LOW message See DIC Warnings and Messages in the Index for more information Service Vehicle Soon Light If Equipped...

Page 154: ...n the Index for more information Check Gages Warning Light If Equipped This light is part of the systems monitor It will come on briefly as a bulb check when your ignition is turned to ON If this ligh...

Page 155: ...l sound when the trunk is not completely closed On vehicles with a DIC the TRUNK AJAR light is replaced by the TRUNK AJAR message See DIC Warnings and Messages in the Index for more information Fuel G...

Page 156: ...t takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s cap...

Page 157: ...rning Light in the Index D WASHER FLUID This message means your washer fluid tank is less than about 30 percent full If this light comes on see Low Washer Fluid Warning Light in the Index D DOOR AJAR...

Page 158: ...een English and metric units D TRIP RESET This button allows you to reset your trip odometer To reset the trip odometer press the TRIP RESET button The trip odometer will now accumulate miles kilomete...

Page 159: ...river identifier See your dealer for more information When you turn the ignition on the DIC will display your DRIVER NUMBER which corresponds to the number on the back of the remote keyless entry tran...

Page 160: ...allows you to select a DIC mode RESET This button when used along with other buttons will allow you to reset system functions Vehicle Data Average Fuel Economy Press the SELECT button until the displa...

Page 161: ...show BATTERY HIGH If the display shows the high or low message you need to have your battery and or electrical system checked GM Oil Life Systemt Press the SELECT button until OIL LIFE appears in the...

Page 162: ...port ID Warning Message 81 ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON 83 SERVICE AIR BAG 102 CHECK CHARGE SYSTEM 140 DRIVER DOOR AJAR 141 FRONT PASSENGER DOOR AJAR 142 LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR 143 RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR 144 CHE...

Page 163: ...start to spin so you should consider slowing down Tire Pressure Status 144 If you see the CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message you should stop as soon as you can and check all your tires for damage If a tire i...

Page 164: ...rs 4 Press MODE to exit the COMPASS CALIBRATION MODE and store the new zone number When the MODE button is pressed the DIC will return to the VEHICLE DATA mode Calibrating the Compass All electronic c...

Page 165: ...can affect accuracy and the compass corrects for the rear defog However if the rear defog is turned on while making sharp turns the accuracy may be off When you turn the rear defog off again the accur...

Page 166: ...e button with the unlock symbol on your transmitter the DIC will automatically change driver numbers and the vehicle will recall the personalization settings that were last made to correspond to your...

Page 167: ...LESS FEEDBACK OFF ON D LIGHTS FEEDBACK OFF ON D HORN FEEDBACK OFF ON D DELAYED LOCKING OFF ON D PERIMETER LIGHTS OFF ON D PERIMETER LIGHTS TIMEOUT 15 SEC D SEAT RECALL OFF ON D RECALL POSITION MEMORY...

Page 168: ...ou shift out of PARK P and the doors will unlock every time you stop and shift into PARK P If you choose ON for AUTO DOOR LOCKS and OFF for UNLOCK your doors will lock every time you shift out of PARK...

Page 169: ...ature see Window Lock in the Index Security Feedback By choosing different combinations of these selections you can choose the type of transmitter activated feedback when locking and unlocking your ve...

Page 170: ...LECT button to record your selection For more information on this feature see Delayed Locking in the Index Perimeter Lighting Personalization When the button with the unlock symbol on the transmitter...

Page 171: ...ars and then choose EXIT when the RECALL POSITION choice appears The seat will move when you enter the vehicle after unlocking it with a remote keyless entry transmitter This will allow for easy entry...

Page 172: ...ent panel cluster The information may be displayed in English or metric units and appears as a reflection on the windshield The HUD shows the following D Speedometer Reading D Turn Signal Indicators D...

Page 173: ...e without HUD NOTICE Although the HUD image appears to be near the front of the vehicle do not use it as a parking aid The HUD was not designed for that purpose If you try to use it that way such as i...

Page 174: ...ndshield as needed to remove any dirt or film that reduces the sharpness or clarity of the HUD image Spray household glass cleaner on a soft clean cloth Wipe the HUD lens gently then dry it Do not spr...

Page 175: ...Cassette Tape Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System RDS If Equipped 3 20 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System RDS If Equippe...

Page 176: ...ger Compartment Air Filter in the Index Standard Climate Control System FAN The left knob regulates the force of the air coming through the system Push this knob to turn the fan on and off Turn the kn...

Page 177: ...ide window defrosters Vent This setting directs airflow through the instrument panel outlets FRONT Defrost This setting directs most of the airflow to the windshield defroster with some airflow to the...

Page 178: ...ing the A C button Even though A C is not selected in FRONT defrost mode the A C compressor will run automatically at temperatures over approximately 40_F 4_C to improve windshield clearing performanc...

Page 179: ...of the airflow to the floor ducts D DEFOG This setting directs most of the airflow to the floor ducts and the windshield outlets D BI LEVEL This setting directs airflow through both the instrument pan...

Page 180: ...ately 40_F 4_C or higher When in AUTO mode air conditioning will automatically be used as needed to maintain the selected temperature setting AUTO Automatic Control Press the AUTO button for automatic...

Page 181: ...with the temperature knob in the blue area If this maximum A C setting is used for long periods of time the air in your vehicle may become too cold and dry For normal cooling on hot days use A C with...

Page 182: ...the AUTO button and return to AUTO mode and fan control For maximum FRONT defrost performance under extreme icing or frosting conditions increase the temperature setting to 90_F 33_C and increase the...

Page 183: ...air through your vehicle Air will flow through the instrument panel outlets Your vehicle s flow through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle while it s moving While the vehicle is...

Page 184: ...ing your windows D In cool damp weather minimize your use of recirculation to reduce the chance of fogging your windows D When you enter a vehicle with the standard system in cold weather select floor...

Page 185: ...ssenger See Electronic Climate Control System Option earlier in this section 2 Adjust the fan speed and the direction of the airflow 3 Locate the memory buttons on the driver s door panel 4 Press a me...

Page 186: ...ting Radio Data System RDS information press and hold HR and MIN at the same time until UPDATED and the clock symbol appear on the display If the time is not available from the station NO UPDATE will...

Page 187: ...ow to go to the next or previous station and stay there The radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only The sound will mute while seeking Y SCAN B Press and hold one of the SCAN arrows for t...

Page 188: ...ED indicator will light to show that the tone control can be adjusted When adjusting BASS MID or TREB turn the SELECT knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease If a station is weak or...

Page 189: ...lances the sound between the speakers Pressing and holding the BAL FADE button for two seconds will return all tone settings to flat regardless of tone selected FLAT will appear on the display Using R...

Page 190: ...you are listening to a cassette the last selected RDS FM station will interrupt play if that selected PTY format is broadcast AM FM Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch t...

Page 191: ...urrent station broadcasts traffic announcements If the current station does not broadcast traffic announcements the radio will seek to a station that does When the radio finds a station that broadcast...

Page 192: ...ckground noise DOLBY NR ON will appear on the display Press it again to turn Dolby NR off Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and...

Page 193: ...n it is not playing Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off Cassettes may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first CD Adapter Kits It is possible...

Page 194: ...is displayed the tape is wrapped around the tape head Attempt to get the cassette out Try a new tape CLEAN PLAYER If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It...

Page 195: ...row to go to the next or previous station and stay there The radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only The sound will mute while seeking Y SCAN B Press and hold one of the SCAN arrows for...

Page 196: ...the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble TONE Press and release this button until BASS MID or TREB appears on the display The SELECT LED indicator will light to show that the tone c...

Page 197: ...setting EQ 5 has been programmed at the factory for use with talk radio but it can be preset to a different tone Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL Balance Press and release this button until BAL...

Page 198: ...ures to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station When you are tuned to an RDS station the station name will appear on the display instead of the frequency Most RDS stations provide th...

Page 199: ...ds to turn alternate frequency off AF OFF will appear on the display The radio will not switch to other stations Setting Preset PTY Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorit...

Page 200: ...has not been stored by the radio the radio will display NO INFO TRAF Traffic Press this button to receive traffic announcements The traffic announcement brackets will appear on the display TRAF will...

Page 201: ...ay the passage The display will show elapsed time RDM 3 Random Press this pushbutton to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RDM and the track number will appear on the display 4 AA...

Page 202: ...this button will activate the changer and an icon will be lit in the display Eject Press this button to eject a CD Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with...

Page 203: ...ore volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed The volume level should always sound the same to y...

Page 204: ...tions six AM six FM1 and six FM2 by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select the band 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press EQ to select the equalization 5 Press and...

Page 205: ...programmed at the factory for use with talk radio but it can be preset to a different tone Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL Balance Press and release this button until BAL appears on the displ...

Page 206: ...ures to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station When you are tuned to an RDS station the station name will appear on the display instead of the frequency Most RDS stations provide th...

Page 207: ...n alternate frequency off AF OFF will appear on the display The radio will not switch to other stations Setting Preset PTY Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite Program...

Page 208: ...io the radio will display NO INFO TRAF Traffic Press this button to receive traffic announcements The traffic announcement brackets will appear on the display TRAF will appear on the display if the cu...

Page 209: ...a metal or chrome tape is inserted If you want to insert a tape when the ignition is off first press the eject button or push the RCL knob If an error appears on the display see Cassette Tape Messages...

Page 210: ...ress this button to listen to the radio when a tape is playing The tape will stop but remain in the player The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening CD TAPE Pres...

Page 211: ...Insert the adapter into the cassette slot It will power up the radio and begin playing This override routine will remain active until the eject button is pressed Playing a Compact Disc With the ignit...

Page 212: ...the next track Press this button again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning SCAN and the track number will appear on the display RCL Recall Press this button to see how long the curren...

Page 213: ...ror occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected contact your dealer If your radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Trunk Mounted...

Page 214: ...isc on the tray label side up If you load a disc label side down the disc will not play and an error will occur Gently push the tray back into the magazine slot until it locks into place Repeat this p...

Page 215: ...on the display until the changer is ready to play If CD changer mode is entered during initialization LOADING will appear on the display When a CD begins playing a disc and track number will be displ...

Page 216: ...nob until you see the display you want and then hold the knob until the display flashes Y SEEK B Press the down arrow while playing a CD to go back to the start of the current track if more than eight...

Page 217: ...e of the following The road is too rough The disc should play when the road is smoother The disc is dirty scratched or wet The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again D CD DOOR OPEN T...

Page 218: ...ette tape or compact disc is playing it will stop and the radio will play Y SEEK B Press the up or down arrow to go to the next or previous radio station and stay there If a cassette tape is playing p...

Page 219: ...interference may occur when making or receiving phone calls charging the phone s battery or simply having the phone on This interference is described as an increased level of static while listening to...

Page 220: ...ect sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use Your radio m...

Page 221: ...ther protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a disc is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to th...

Page 222: ...an aftermarket cellular telephone to your vehicle and the antenna needs to be attached to the glass be sure that you do not damage the grid lines for the AM FM antennas or place the cellular telephone...

Page 223: ...ving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Traction Control System If Equipped 4 10 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Driving at Night 4 18 Driving in Rain and...

Page 224: ...ventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is goi...

Page 225: ...alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive Bu...

Page 226: ...s 0 05 percent in both France and Germany The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of cours...

Page 227: ...in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that perso...

Page 228: ...Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or thr...

Page 229: ...push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be h...

Page 230: ...about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The comp...

Page 231: ...ry best braking Traction Control System If Equipped Your vehicle may have a traction control system that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates onl...

Page 232: ...Index To turn the system off press the TRACTION CONTROL button located on the instrument panel under the comfort controls The traction control system warning light in the instrument cluster will come...

Page 233: ...While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you re steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do the...

Page 234: ...apply your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depend...

Page 235: ...another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or...

Page 236: ...rs are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the b...

Page 237: ...e causes the driving wheels to spin A cornering skid is best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If you have the traction control system remember It helps avoid only the acceleration...

Page 238: ...is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remembe...

Page 239: ...They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for y...

Page 240: ...suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement 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...

Page 241: ...rake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the ro...

Page 242: ...lowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inc...

Page 243: ...city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy...

Page 244: ...with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with th...

Page 245: ...go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Pontiac dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help...

Page 246: ...the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips D Make sure your vehicle is well ven...

Page 247: ...ll slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You wo...

Page 248: ...a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be dri...

Page 249: ...out freezing 32_F 0_C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with...

Page 250: ...e the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of...

Page 251: ...see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time...

Page 252: ...towing towing your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly With the proper preparation and equipment many vehicles can be towed in these ways See Dinghy To...

Page 253: ...ur vehicle must be towed you should use a dolly See Dolly Towing following for more information Dolly Towing Your vehicle can be towed using a dolly To tow your vehicle using a dolly follow these step...

Page 254: ...ry This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options The other label is the Certification label found on the rear ed...

Page 255: ...ses tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle ca...

Page 256: ...entify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just drivin...

Page 257: ...ons when towing a trailer Don t drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers or no more than 55 mph 90 km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts Three important considerations have to do wi...

Page 258: ...If you re using a weight carrying hitch or a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the t...

Page 259: ...d water can too Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road...

Page 260: ...c brakes start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time Dur...

Page 261: ...your trunk compartment The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers you re about...

Page 262: ...AUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be...

Page 263: ...ulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil drive belt cooling syst...

Page 264: ...that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 9 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 12 Cooling System 5 20 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 21 Chan...

Page 265: ...dio system and the glove box Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash o...

Page 266: ...NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelcoR battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test or...

Page 267: ...n on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or in the accessory power outlet Turn off the radio and all lamps that aren t needed This will avoid sparks and hel...

Page 268: ...light if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You don t need to add water to the ACDelcoR battery installed in every new GM vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the rig...

Page 269: ...e Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short that would damage the battery...

Page 270: ...t or to a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 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...

Page 271: ...ctrical shorting take care that the cables don t touch each other or any other metal The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Jumper Cable Removal A Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal B...

Page 272: ...positive remote terminal cover to its original position Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance...

Page 273: ...it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly...

Page 274: ...hest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D or THIRD 3 If you no longer have...

Page 275: ...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 If the coolant inside the coolant rec...

Page 276: ...fore you drive the vehicle If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine is overheating both fans should be running If they...

Page 277: ...ain water or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong...

Page 278: ...You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and b...

Page 279: ...hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressu...

Page 280: ...nut in the center of the cover shield C Lift the engine cover shield at the front slide the catch tab out of the engine bracket and remove the cover shield D Put the oil fill tube with cap attached in...

Page 281: ...the radiator is filled 6 Rinse or wipe any spilled coolant from the engine and the compartment 7 Replace the 3800 Series II V6 engine cover shield A Remove the oil fill tube with cap attached from the...

Page 282: ...10 Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans 11 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be...

Page 283: ...the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently br...

Page 284: ...y could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine To be even...

Page 285: ...ft and remove the cover 3 Remove the compact spare tire See Compact Spare Tire later in this section for more information about the compact spare tire 4 Unscrew the wing nuts to remove the container t...

Page 286: ...e wrench to pry it off Do not drop the cover or lay it face down as it could become scratched or damaged Do not use a hammer or mallet on this type of cover Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the S...

Page 287: ...ck lift head until it fits under the vehicle 4 Put the jack head into a notch in the frame which is located near each wheel well The front notch is 11 inches 28 cm back from the front wheel well The r...

Page 288: ...improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising t...

Page 289: ...n you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wir...

Page 290: ...nuts toward the wheel Make sure each wheel bolt is centered in each wheel hole while tightening the nuts Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 10 Lower the vehicle by turnin...

Page 291: ...o use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 l...

Page 292: ...with the wheel wrench Then continue tightening one quarter turn for plastic caps or one eighth turn for steel caps Do not overtighten Storing the Flat Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or o...

Page 293: ...could strike someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare tire is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tir...

Page 294: ...ling or removing the compact spare See Check Tire Pressure System in the Index Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in...

Page 295: ...wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking Your Vehicle T...

Page 296: ...ner Filter 6 19 Passenger Compartment Air Filter If Equipped 6 20 Supercharger Oil 6 21 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 25 Engine Coolant 6 28 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 28 Power Steering Fluid 6 29 Windshie...

Page 297: ...ou want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manua...

Page 298: ...ion number VIN shows the code letter or number that identifies your engine You will find the VIN at the top left of the instrument panel See Vehicle Identification Number in the Index Gasoline Octane...

Page 299: ...our vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards see the underhood emission control label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If this fuel is not avail...

Page 300: ...thing to your fuel Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clean air General Motors recommends that you use...

Page 301: ...flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the driver s side of your vehicle While refueling hang the tethered fuel cap on the hook o...

Page 302: ...to the right 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 installed This would allo...

Page 303: ...y transmitter if equipped To unlock the fuel door unlock the driver s door If your vehicle has a fuel door lock the fuel door can be opened manually in case of an electrical power failure The release...

Page 304: ...the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete D Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Thin...

Page 305: ...side the vehicle It is located next to the parking brake pedal near the floor 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and push up on the secondary hood release 3 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be...

Page 306: ...here s what you will see A Engine Compartment Fuse Block B Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir C Engine Coolant Recovery Tank D Radiator Pressure Cap E Power Steering Fluid Reservoir F Engine Oil Dipst...

Page 307: ...fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick is located behind the engine cooling fans and in front of the engine oil f...

Page 308: ...ndex NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged Add engine oil...

Page 309: ...te API Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil...

Page 310: ...er protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil The recommended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performanc...

Page 311: ...stop for fuel It is possible that if you are driving under the best conditions the oil life system may not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year However your engine oil and filter...

Page 312: ...eat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or i...

Page 313: ...wo clips on the top of the housing when you are finished Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index CAUTION Operating...

Page 314: ...is located on the passenger side of the vehicle at the base of the windshield and can be accessed through a removable panel under the hood of the vehicle To check or replace the air filter do the foll...

Page 315: ...Add Oil Park the vehicle on a level surface Check oil only when the engine is cold Allow the engine to cool two to three hours after running CAUTION If you remove the supercharger oil fill plug while...

Page 316: ...t use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter at 100 000 miles 166 000 km See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a li...

Page 317: ...t the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50_F 10_C If it s colder than 50_F 10_C you may have to drive longer Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your v...

Page 318: ...ment Overview in the Index for more information on location 1 Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back o...

Page 319: ...add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill NOTICE We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON...

Page 320: ...OOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine temperature D Let the warn...

Page 321: ...engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NO...

Page 322: ...mixture at the coolant recovery tank but be careful not to spill it CAUTION Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and...

Page 323: ...Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Power Steering Fluid The power s...

Page 324: ...etely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark Wh...

Page 325: ...the tank is full NOTICE D When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to...

Page 326: ...stem If it is you should have your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Addin...

Page 327: ...ore removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could...

Page 328: ...ditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to he...

Page 329: ...en it s time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco battery WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories con...

Page 330: ...cle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You c...

Page 331: ...er Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb...

Page 332: ...lb assembly into the headlamp assembly Headlamp Aiming Your vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system equipped with horizontal aim indicators The aim has been preset at the factory and shoul...

Page 333: ...pared as follows D The vehicle should be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft 7 6 m from a light colored wall or other flat surface D The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly level surface whi...

Page 334: ...lamps need only vertical up down adjustment follow only the vertical aiming procedure Adjustment screws can be turned with an E8 TorxR socket or T15 Torx screwdriver Headlamp Horizontal Aiming Turn th...

Page 335: ...the ground to the aim dot on each lamp if left low beam subtract two inches Record this distance 3 At the wall or other flat surface measure from the ground upward the recorded distance from Step 2 an...

Page 336: ...xcessive heat build up which may cause damage to the headlamp 5 Turn the vertical aiming screw C until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line The top edge of the cut off should be posi...

Page 337: ...Remove the two bolts 2 Use a large screwdriver by the outside mount to separate the lamp assembly from the outboard snap mounting pin Slide the headlamp assembly outward and lift it out 3 Disconnect t...

Page 338: ...ove them 5 Replace the bulb and reinstall the socket Then reconnect the wiring harness to the lamp assembly 6 Slide the lamp assembly back into place by lining up the track on the bottom of the assemb...

Page 339: ...ove the plastic trim piece from the trunk 3 Pull the carpeting away from the rear corner of the trunk 4 Remove the three nuts holding the lamp in place and remove the lamp assembly 5 While pressing th...

Page 340: ...on For the proper windshield wiper blade replacement length and type see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index To replace the wiper blade assembly 1 Lift the wiper up from the windshield a...

Page 341: ...a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious i...

Page 342: ...d inflation pressure shown on the Tire Loading Information label Example You ll find maximum load and inflation pressure molded on the tire s sidewall in small letters near the rim flange It will read...

Page 343: ...URE message will appear on the Driver Information Center DIC or the system monitor TIRE PRESS light will come on if pressure difference low pressure is detected in one tire The check tire pressure sys...

Page 344: ...ith a Driver Information Center DIC 1 Turn the ignition switch to ON 2 Using the MODE and SELECT buttons change the DIC to display TIRE PRESSURE 3 Press and hold the RESET button for about five second...

Page 345: ...here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire Loading Information label Reset the...

Page 346: ...re if any of the following statements are true D You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire D You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber D The tread or sidewa...

Page 347: ...s with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could ca...

Page 348: ...fety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under contr...

Page 349: ...of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessi...

Page 350: ...ce them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle CAUTION Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts o...

Page 351: ...er amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be inj...

Page 352: ...wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of...

Page 353: ...ructions on the cleaner label D Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set D Carefully scrape off any excess stain D Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush m...

Page 354: ...allow to dry completely 3 If a stain remains follow the cleaner instructions described earlier Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth D Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove dirt You may hav...

Page 355: ...lts If you do it may severely weaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass shoul...

Page 356: ...hs During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle prov...

Page 357: ...sive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish NOTICE Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Foreign materials s...

Page 358: ...f off immediately after application Don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Clean...

Page 359: ...y have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the fr...

Page 360: ...6 65 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials...

Page 361: ...and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts...

Page 362: ...protected by an internal circuit breaker An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp system checked right away Windsh...

Page 363: ...the other under the rear seat on the driver s side If a MaxiFuse should blow have your vehicle serviced by your dealer immediately Removing Fuses You will find a fuse puller attached in both of the f...

Page 364: ...nifuse Usage 6 Headlamp Low Beam Right 7 Spare 8 Powertrain Control Module Battery 9 Headlamp High Beam Right 10 Headlamp High Beam Left 11 Ignition 1 12 Not Used 13 Transaxle 14 Cruise Control 15 Dir...

Page 365: ...ir Conditioning Clutch Micro Relay Usage 27 Headlamp High Beam 28 Headlamp Low Beam 29 Fog Lamps 30 Daytime Running Lamps Micro Relay Usage 31 Horn 32 Air Conditioning Clutch 33 HVAC Solenoid Mini Rel...

Page 366: ...der the rear seat cushion The battery s ground terminal and some relay wires are exposed To help avoid damage to the battery and wires be careful when removing or reinstalling the seat cushion Do not...

Page 367: ...to work for the next passenger The person sitting in that position could be badly injured After reinstalling the seat cushion always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and are...

Page 368: ...until the spring locks on both ends engage 4 Check to make sure the safety belts are properly routed and that no portion of any safety belt is trapped under the seat Also make sure the seat cushion i...

Page 369: ...t Disc CD Minifuse Usage 7 Driver Door Module 8 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint 9 Not Used 10 Lamps Park Right 11 Ventilation Solenoid 12 Ignition 1 13 Lamps Park Left 14 Interior Lamp Dimmer Module...

Page 370: ...n 3 Rear 35 Antilock Brake System 36 Turn Signal Hazard 37 HVAC Battery 38 Dash Integration Module Micro Relay Usage 39 Fuel Pump 40 Parking Lamps 41 Ignition 1 42 Rear Fog Lamps 43 Not Used 44 Park B...

Page 371: ...arette Lighter 59 Rear Defog Maxifuse Usage 60 Not Used 61 Rear Defog 62 Not Used 63 Audio Amplifier 64 Electronic Level Control Compressor Exhaust Maxifuse Usage 65 Cigarette Lighter 66 Not Used 67 S...

Page 372: ...c conversions Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index for more information Capacities Automatic Transaxle 7 4 quarts 7 0 L Engine Cooling System 10 0 quarts 9 5 L Engine Oil wit...

Page 373: ...performed by a qualified technician Air Conditioning Refrigerant R 134a 2 2 lbs 1 0 kg Use Refrigerant Oil R 134a Systems Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Engine Air Cleaner Filter A 1096C Passeng...

Page 374: ...dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 8 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 22 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 31 P...

Page 375: ...t Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect...

Page 376: ...do the work If you want to get the service information see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what...

Page 377: ...you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perfor...

Page 378: ...schedule if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and F...

Page 379: ...services Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages Long Trip Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip...

Page 380: ...very 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transaxle Service severe conditions only Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Every 100 000 Miles 166...

Page 381: ...rces Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We how...

Page 382: ...l and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset It is also important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level If the system is ever reset...

Page 383: ...ern and additional information See footnote See footnote 9 000 Miles 15 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 12 000 M...

Page 384: ...passenger compartment air filter 18 000 Miles 30 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspec...

Page 385: ...and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Con...

Page 386: ...months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote...

Page 387: ...An Emission Control Service See footnote j If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary...

Page 388: ...your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter at 100 000 miles 166 000 km 51 000 Miles 85 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Em...

Page 389: ...ect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j For supercharged engines only Check the supercharger oil level and add the...

Page 390: ...tern and additional information See footnote See footnote 69 000 Miles 115 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 72 00...

Page 391: ...passenger compartment air filter 78 000 Miles 130 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspe...

Page 392: ...il and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission C...

Page 393: ...months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote...

Page 394: ...uent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automa...

Page 395: ...es Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We howev...

Page 396: ...il and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset It is also important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level If the system is ever rese...

Page 397: ...st An Emission Control Service See footnote j If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and addition...

Page 398: ...Emission Control Service j For supercharged engines only Check the supercharger oil level and add the proper supercharger oil as needed or every 36 months whichever occurs first See Recommended Fluid...

Page 399: ...e footnote See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outsi...

Page 400: ...ee footnote j If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter j For supercharged engines only Check the supercharger oil level and add the proper supercharger oil as needed or every 36 months whi...

Page 401: ...rst An Emission Control Service See footnote j If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additio...

Page 402: ...ery 36 months whichever occurs first See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in this section An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for pro...

Page 403: ...ent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automat...

Page 404: ...and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR coolant mixture if necessary See Engine...

Page 405: ...ades Cleaning in the Index Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very...

Page 406: ...n any other position your vehicle needs service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could...

Page 407: ...regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking...

Page 408: ...d Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for prope...

Page 409: ...r Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any components that have high effort or excessive...

Page 410: ...drinkable water and use only GM GoodwrenchR DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part...

Page 411: ...Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC...

Page 412: ...vided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance...

Page 413: ...7 40 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 414: ...7 41 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 415: ...7 42 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 416: ...3 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 5 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 5 Customer Assistance Offices 8 6 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Pontiac Roadside Assis...

Page 417: ...s that can give you safety security comfort and convenience What Makes Up Pontiac Cares D A 3 year 36 000 mile 60 000 km Bumper to Bumper Warranty D Customer Assistance D Roadside Assistance D Courtes...

Page 418: ...hould be taken STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales servi...

Page 419: ...ur Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Coun...

Page 420: ...172 1 800 762 2737 or 1 800 833 7668 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 ROADSIDE 762 3743 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish U S Virgin Islands 1 800...

Page 421: ...of vehicle purchase lease See your dealer for more details or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323 9935 Text telephone TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 GM of Canada also has a Mobility Pr...

Page 422: ...Jump starts We have quick easy access to telephone numbers of the following additional services depending on your needs D Hotels D Glass replacement D Tire repair facilities D Rental vehicle or taxis...

Page 423: ...ehicles To enhance your ownership experience we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation program...

Page 424: ...uel expenses up to 10 per day five day maximum may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle When your vehicle is unavailable...

Page 425: ...ibed herein at its sole discretion Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GO...

Page 426: ...Ottawa Ontario K1A 0N5 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 80...

Page 427: ...d intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warra...

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