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CAUTION:

People should never hold a baby in their arms
while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh
much

until a crash. During a crash a baby will

become so heavy it is not possible to hold it.

CAUTION: (Continued)

For example, in a crash at only 25 mph
(40 km/h), a 12

lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly

become a 240

lb. (110 kg) force on a person’s

arms. A baby should be secured in an
appropriate restraint.

Summary of Contents for 2002 Grand Am

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Page 3: ...al 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: ...People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 13 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 14 Driver Position 1 21 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 22 Right Front Passenger Position 1 22 Supplemental Re...

Page 8: ...adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehi...

Page 9: ...on the lever located under the front of the driver s seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever Try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked in...

Page 10: ...or lower the front of the seat cushion by holding the front of the control up or down D Raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion by holding the rear of the control up or down Manual Lumbar Support...

Page 11: ...job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt...

Page 12: ...ck seat The seatback latch is designed for one handed operation To fold a front seatback forward lift the seatback latch fully without pushing forward on the seatback to unlock it Then fold the seatba...

Page 13: ...front seat isn t locked it can move In a sudden stop or crash the person sitting there could be injured After you ve used it be sure to push rearward on an easy entry seat to be sure it is locked Rea...

Page 14: ...he same crash you 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...

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: ...even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I...

Page 19: ...est number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size...

Page 20: ...t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 4 Pus...

Page 21: ...strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder b...

Page 22: ...er to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without squeezing the release bu...

Page 23: ...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 24: ...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 25: ...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 26: ...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 27: ...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 28: ...right front passenger Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag But these air bags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply wit...

Page 29: ...njured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt syst...

Page 30: ...24 How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s sid...

Page 31: ...hold level If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn t move or deform the threshold level is about 9 to 14 mph 14 to 23 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle desig...

Page 32: ...ded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions What will you see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it q...

Page 33: ...ehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system comman...

Page 34: ...to an air bag when it inflates Avoid wires wrapped with yellow tape or yellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the per...

Page 35: ...more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it Pull up on the latch pl...

Page 36: ...strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder be...

Page 37: ...ll Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort...

Page 38: ...d out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip 2 Slide the guide under and past the belt The elastic cord must be under the belt Then place...

Page 39: ...ions earlier in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides Pu...

Page 40: ...4 Center Passenger Position Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the be...

Page 41: ...one in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints...

Page 42: ...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 43: ...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 44: ...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 45: ...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 46: ...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 47: ...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 48: ...at as far back as it will go It s better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restra...

Page 49: ...following anchor points Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Once you have the top strap anchored yo...

Page 50: ...traint system each seating position with the LATCH system will have a label sewn to the seatback at each anchor position The labels are located near the base of the two rear outside seating positions...

Page 51: ...o protect a child sitting there In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicl...

Page 52: ...ons to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint simply unhook the top strap from the top tether anchor and then disconnect the anchor points Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat...

Page 53: ...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 54: ...lpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 5 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint jus...

Page 55: ...child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate an...

Page 56: ...down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the c...

Page 57: ...in the right front seat You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restr...

Page 58: ...the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to...

Page 59: ...r 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 the child restraint just unbuckle the v...

Page 60: ...belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs...

Page 61: ...is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper bod...

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: ...ne 2 23 Engine Coolant Heater Option 2 24 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 28 Manual Transaxle Operation 2 30 Parking Brake 2 31 Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only 2 33 Shifting Out of PARK...

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: ...small amount If the switch is pulled all the way the window will go all the way down To stop the window while it is lowering push the switch forward To raise the window push and hold the switch forwar...

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: ...the tag in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have one made easily using this tag If you need a new key go to your dealer for the correct key code See Roadside Assistance in the Ind...

Page 69: ...d vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it D Outsiders...

Page 70: ...y unlock when the shift lever is moved to PARK P on vehicles with an automatic transaxle or to REVERSE R on vehicles with a manual transaxle and the key is turned to OFF Customizing the Automatic Door...

Page 71: ...ically lock when the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h No automatic door unlock D Mode 4 No automatic door lock or unlock Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory it was programmed in...

Page 72: ...the Index for more information If the driver opens another door before the seven seconds the doors will not lock until seven seconds after the last door is closed If the power door lock switch is pres...

Page 73: ...doors will now work normally Anti Lockout Protection Anti Lockout Protection is a standard feature intended to provide enhanced security and convenience This feature prevents a driver who has left the...

Page 74: ...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 this...

Page 75: ...hetransmitterwhenthevehiclespeedislessthan2mph 3 km h when the parking brake is engaged or when the ignition is off The interior lamps will come on for 10 seconds or until the ignition switch is turne...

Page 76: ...r dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have a maximum of four transmitters matched to it Battery Replacement Under normal use the bat...

Page 77: ...new one Make sure the positive side of the battery faces up Use one three volt CR2032 or equivalent type battery 3 Put the two halves back together Make sure the cover is on tightly so water won t ge...

Page 78: ...your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on Vent That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index D If you have air outlets on or under the...

Page 79: ...o turn the lockout on slide the switch all the way to the left to ON To turn the lockout off slide the switch all the way to the right to OFF When the lockout is on the remote trunk release button on...

Page 80: ...les with folding rear seatbacks See your dealer for additional information Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features...

Page 81: ...s a remote keyless entry system take the transmitter with you PasslockR Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock theft deterrent system Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system Passlock enables...

Page 82: ...ement Follow this 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 ke...

Page 83: ...e ON to operate your electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel warning lights D START This position starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch will...

Page 84: ...e engine by turning the ignition key to START Wait about 15 seconds between each try When your engine has run about 10 seconds to warm up your vehicle is ready to be driven Don t race your engine when...

Page 85: ...Do this until the engine starts As soon as it does let go of the key 3 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerato...

Page 86: ...8_C or colder the engine coolant heater can help You ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior...

Page 87: ...iously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting th...

Page 88: ...er in the Index Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You have to apply your regular brake before you c...

Page 89: ...N with the engine racing isn t covered by your warranty AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re D Going less than 35 mph 55 km h push yo...

Page 90: ...ntrol your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on NOTICE Don t drive in SECOND 2 for more than 25 miles 41 km or at speeds over 55 mph 88...

Page 91: ...t up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal You can shift into FIRST 1 when you are going less than 20 mph 32 km h If you have come to a complete stop and it is hard to shift into FIRS...

Page 92: ...RSE R the ignition can be turned to OFF and the key removed Shift Speeds CAUTION If you skip a gear when you downshift you could lose control of your vehicle You could injure yourself or others Don t...

Page 93: ...he parking brake handle up until you can press the release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake handle all the way down NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear...

Page 94: ...icle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set...

Page 95: ...e shift lever away from PARK P without first pushing the button If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock Automatic Transaxle If you are parking on a hill an...

Page 96: ...ver hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the ignition key to ACCESSORY 2 Apply and hold the regular brake until the end of Step 5 3 Shift to NEUTRAL N 4 Turn t...

Page 97: ...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 98: ...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 firmly set Your vehicle can r...

Page 99: ...of the steering column To tilt the wheel hold the wheel and pull the lever toward you Then move the wheel to a comfortable position and release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifu...

Page 100: ...burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and then check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index...

Page 101: ...he lever to INT Intermittent then turn the inner band labeled INT ADJ Intermittent Adjustment and choose the delay you want Turn the inner band up for shorter delay times between wiper cycles Turn the...

Page 102: ...hen you release the button the washers will stop but the wipers will continue to wipe for about three times or will resume the speed you were using before Cruise Control If Equipped The cruise control...

Page 103: ...If your vehicle is in cruise control when the enhanced traction control system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage See Enhanced Traction System in the Index When...

Page 104: ...want to go faster don t hold down the RESUME ACCEL button Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed D Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed...

Page 105: ...s 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 maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake o...

Page 106: ...rking lamps together with the following D Sidemarker Lamps D Taillamps D License Plate Lamps D Instrument Panel Lights Headlamps Turning the control to this position turns on the headlamps together wi...

Page 107: ...hen you need it Automatic Light Control ALC When it is dark enough outside your Automatic Light Control ALC will turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the tail...

Page 108: ...adlamps will automatically turn off To override the 20 second delayed headlamp feature while it is active turn the exterior lamps control located on the multi function lever up one position and then b...

Page 109: ...ps inside your vehicle will go on These lamps will fade out about 10 seconds after all of the doors have been closed or when the ignition is turned to ON These lamps will also go on when you press the...

Page 110: ...lamp comes on when you open your trunk Battery Saver Your vehicle is equipped with a battery saver feature designed to protect your vehicle s battery When any interior lamp trunk mirror reading lamps...

Page 111: ...any headlamps behind you move the lever toward you to the night position To return the mirror to the daytime position move the lever away from you Manual Remote Control Mirror The outside rearview mir...

Page 112: ...sitting in a comfortable driving position Turn the knob to the center to turn the remote control mirror off Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is cu...

Page 113: ...s or quick starts and stops The net isn t for larger 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 Ashtray an...

Page 114: ...ou must first open the sunshade by hand Then push the switch back and release it To fully open the sunroof push the switch back again and release it In both the vent and fully open positions the air f...

Page 115: ...2 52 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 116: ...trument Panel Cluster F Windshield Wiper Washer Lever G Ignition Switch H Enhanced Traction System Button I Hazard Warning Flashers Button J Instrument Panel Fuse Blocks K Hood Release Handle L Tilt W...

Page 117: ...how much fuel you have and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economically Your vehicle is equipped with this cluster or one very similar to it It includes indicator warning lights and...

Page 118: ...hen it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer ca...

Page 119: ...dicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warn...

Page 120: ...air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the air bag rea...

Page 121: ...may have a problem with the electrical charging system It could indicate that you have a loose generator drive belt or another electrical problem Have it checked right away Driving while this light is...

Page 122: ...stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Towin...

Page 123: ...n you turn the ignition key to ON If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Enhanced Traction System Warning Light With the Enhanced Tractio...

Page 124: ...on and the parking brake is fully released your vehicle needs service Enhanced Traction System Active Light When your Enhanced Traction System is limiting wheel spin this light will come on Slippery...

Page 125: ...Warning Light This light comes on briefly when you turn your ignition on If this light comes on and stays on and you hear a chime the coolant level in your vehicle is low See Engine Coolant in the Ind...

Page 126: ...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 127: ...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 128: ...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 129: ...engine is not running the light will come on as a test to show you it is working but the light will go out when the engine is running If it doesn t come on with the ignition on you may have a problem...

Page 130: ...when parking on steep grades The oil level monitoring system only checks oil level during the brief period between when the key is on and the engine is cranking It does not monitor engine oil level wh...

Page 131: ...henever you set your cruise control Low Washer Light This light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition It will also stay on or come on and a chime will sound if the windshield washer fluid...

Page 132: ...e owners ask about None of these show a problem with your fuel gage D At the service station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full D It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the...

Page 133: ...entilation System 3 6 Audio Systems 3 6 Setting the Clock 3 7 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System RDS 3 15 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Co...

Page 134: ...t knob changes the functions of your system MAX Maximum Use this mode for maximum cooling This setting recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle It maximizes your air conditioner s performance...

Page 135: ...en the button is pressed to indicate that the air conditioning system has been turned on The fan knob must be set to a speed for the air conditioning to operate Air Conditioning The air conditioner an...

Page 136: ...modes for clearing the front and side windows For each setting adjust the temperature control as desired To defrost the front window quickly turn the temperature knob all the way in the red area Use f...

Page 137: ...ff the ignition Do not attach a temporary vehicle license across the defogger grid on the rear window NOTICE Don t use a razor blade or anything else sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do y...

Page 138: ...and give years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all of its controls to...

Page 139: ...noise as you drive Set the volume at the desired level Press this button to select MIN MED or MAX Each higher choice allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive SCV...

Page 140: ...ll only scan the six presets that are in the selected band Press one of the SCAN arrows again to stop scanning presets The radio will scan preset stations with a strong signal only The sound will mute...

Page 141: ...the desired preset equalization setting Each time you press EQ another setting will appear on the display You can preset up to six equalization settings by performing the following steps 1 Turn the ra...

Page 142: ...tuned to You can use RDS to display program information and to control your radio With RDS the radio can do the following D Seek only to stations with the types of programs you want to listen to D se...

Page 143: ...select the interrupt format and press and hold the PROG TYPE button until you hear a beep The asterisk will be removed from the display and so will the brackets When you are listening to a compact di...

Page 144: ...will appear on the display These text messages are from the RDS broadcaster to the listening public and may be general information such as artist and song title call in phone numbers etc Press this bu...

Page 145: ...is muted or a compact disc is playing If the compact disc player was being used the compact disc will stay in the player and resume play at the point where it stopped Radio Messages CALIBRATE Your au...

Page 146: ...ws for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep The disc will go to the next track play for a few seconds then go on to the next track Press this button again to sto...

Page 147: ...son try a known good CD If any error 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 re...

Page 148: ...selection TUNE Turn this knob to choose radio stations SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the next or previous station and stay there The radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only T...

Page 149: ...station you set will return and the equalization that you selected will also be automatically selected for that pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble TONE Pres...

Page 150: ...lization preset You will hear a beep and EQ SAVED will appear on the display 6 Repeat the steps for each EQ setting EQ 5 has been programmed at the factory for use with talk radio but it can be preset...

Page 151: ...tures 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 t...

Page 152: ...witch to a stronger station with the same programming Press and hold BAND for two seconds to turn alternate frequency on AF ON will appear on the display The radio may switch to stronger stations Pres...

Page 153: ...than one second A new group of words will appear on the display Once the complete message has been displayed INFO will disappear from the display until another new message is received The old message...

Page 154: ...aying If you hear nothing but a garbled sound the tape may not be in squarely Press the eject button to remove the tape and start over While the tape is playing use the VOL BAL FADE TONE EQ and SEEK c...

Page 155: ...rk You can skip nine selections up or down on the tape Choose how many selections you want to skip Press the SEEK arrow that many times The number of selections to be skipped will appear on the displa...

Page 156: ...or 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 CD Adapter Kit...

Page 157: ...on or press it more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the disc SCAN Press and hold one of the SCAN arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the displa...

Page 158: ...urs 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 Theft Deterrent Feat...

Page 159: ...t pushbuttons The radio will go to a preset station play for a few seconds then go to the next station Press this button again to stop scanning the preset stations If a cassette tape is playing press...

Page 160: ...and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage do the following...

Page 161: ...ayer The recommended cleaning method for your cassette tape player is the use of a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner casset...

Page 162: ...sure never to touch the side without writing when handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD le...

Page 163: ...3 32 NOTES...

Page 164: ...Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Enhanced Traction System ETS 4 11 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in Rain and on W...

Page 165: ...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 166: ...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 167: ...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 168: ...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 169: ...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 170: ...t harder to 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 peda...

Page 171: ...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 172: ...System ETS Your vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced Traction System ETS that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that one or...

Page 173: ...ur driving accordingly To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should always leave the Enhanced Traction System on But you can turn the system off if you prefer To turn the syst...

Page 174: ...get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose...

Page 175: ...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 176: ...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 177: ...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 178: ...he acceleration skid If you do not have the Enhanced Traction System or if the system is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicl...

Page 179: ...roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead D In remote areas watch for animals D If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the day...

Page 180: ...act repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your hea...

Page 181: ...iping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield o...

Page 182: ...it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or ot...

Page 183: ...nd otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips D Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pa...

Page 184: ...e time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving D Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just be...

Page 185: ...re there isn t another vehicle in your blind spot Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to lea...

Page 186: ...s it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tire...

Page 187: ...s and also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads D Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the...

Page 188: ...driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane D As you go over the top of a hill be alert The...

Page 189: ...ions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the ti...

Page 190: ...tions See Enhanced Traction System in the Index Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have the anti lock braking system yo...

Page 191: ...ummon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe D Turn on your hazard flashers D Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow D Put on extra clothing or w...

Page 192: ...s long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps th...

Page 193: ...See Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing following Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing D What s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure you read th...

Page 194: ...3 Set the parking brake 4 To prevent your battery from draining while towing remove the following fuses from the left side instrument panel fuse block WIPER PCM ACC and IPC BFC ACC See Instrument Pane...

Page 195: ...ing brake 2 Remove the key from the ignition switch 3 Put the fuse back in NOTICE Make sure that the towing speed does not exceed 65 mph 110 km h or your vehicle could be badly damaged NOTICE Do not t...

Page 196: ...ehicle in PARK P for automatic transaxles and NEUTRAL for manual transaxles 3 Set the parking brake and then remove the key For manual transaxle vehicles the shift lever must be in REVERSE R before re...

Page 197: ...in your vehicle and the total weight that you can carry This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options The other...

Page 198: ...an shorten the life of your vehicle CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash D Put things in the trunk of your vehicle In a trunk...

Page 199: ...d read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability...

Page 200: ...ictions 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 d...

Page 201: ...e tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity If you re using a w...

Page 202: ...the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle See Carbon Monoxide in the Index Dirt and water can too Safety Ch...

Page 203: ...are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still w...

Page 204: ...sh whenever you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the arrows on yo...

Page 205: ...kes but don t shift into PARK P for an automatic transaxle or into gear for a manual transaxle yet When parking uphill turn your wheels away from the curb When parking downhill turn your wheels into t...

Page 206: ...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 207: ...that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 8 Engine Overheating 5 11 Cooling System 5 18 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 18 Chan...

Page 208: ...ment panel 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 on and off Press th...

Page 209: ...to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your...

Page 210: ...re Put an automatic transaxle in PARK P or a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by...

Page 211: ...and get medical help immediately 5 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables...

Page 212: ...e a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t let...

Page 213: ...s 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that has the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service NOTI...

Page 214: ...ttery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside A...

Page 215: ...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 216: ...n your heater to full hot at the highest 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 OVERDRIV...

Page 217: ...ling Fans CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan I...

Page 218: ...o you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive...

Page 219: ...e warranty How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank NOTICE This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely d...

Page 220: ...burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coola...

Page 221: ...ld 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 NOTICE In col...

Page 222: ...oolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about two or two and one half turns If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop...

Page 223: ...ark for at least five minutes 4 With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan...

Page 224: ...ou want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use your jacking eq...

Page 225: ...Tools The equipment you ll need is in the trunk 1 Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk Turn the center retainer nut on the compact spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it 2 Lift and r...

Page 226: ...ift off the spacer and remove the compact spare tire 4 Remove the jack and wheel wrench from the trunk Your vehicle s jack and wheel wrench are stored in a foam tray Remove the band around the jack Th...

Page 227: ...p that has plastic wheel nut caps then loosen the plastic nut caps you may need to use the wheel wrench to loosen them Do not pry off wheel covers or center caps that have plastic wheel nut caps Then...

Page 228: ...jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack i...

Page 229: ...wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and c...

Page 230: ...ent 8 Install the compact spare tire 9 Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 10 Lower the vehicl...

Page 231: ...l nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 lb ft 140 N m NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To av...

Page 232: ...loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Store the flat tire in the compact spare tire compartment Place the tire in the compartment then secure the adapter and wing n...

Page 233: ...pment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare 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 234: ...ou want 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 good shape in case you need it again NOTICE When the compact spare is i...

Page 235: ...ires If you spin the 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 Ro...

Page 236: ...the Hood 6 13 Engine Oil 6 20 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 22 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 23 Manual Transaxle Fluid 6 23 Hydraulic Clutch 6 24 Engine Coolant 6 28 Power Steering Fluid 6 28 Windshield W...

Page 237: ...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 238: ...be hurt Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer per...

Page 239: ...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 240: ...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 241: ...vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The tethered fuel cap is behind a hinged door on the passenger s side of the vehicle While refueling hang the fuel cap inside the f...

Page 242: ...ide of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the fuel cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determin...

Page 243: ...ontainers D Do not fill a container while it is inside a vehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground D Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill...

Page 244: ...coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open...

Page 245: ...prop rod from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop...

Page 246: ...COTECtEngine you ll see the following A Engine Coolant Surge Tank B Engine Oil Dipstick C Engine Oil Fill Cap D Brake Fluid Reservoir E Power Steering Fluid Reservoir F Engine Compartment Fuse Block G...

Page 247: ...V6 Engine you ll see the following A Engine Coolant Surge Tank B Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C Engine Oil Fill Cap D Engine Oil Dipstick E Brake Fluid Reservoir F Engine Air Cleaner Filter G Batte...

Page 248: ...nformation see LOW OIL light in the Index 3400 V6 Engine Only You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder Checking Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine oil e...

Page 249: ...he front of the engine behind the cooling fan See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the...

Page 250: ...t least one quart of oil But you must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add to...

Page 251: ...hat Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum In...

Page 252: ...l with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM GoodwrenchR oil m...

Page 253: ...e oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE OIL light will come on Change your oil as soon as possible w...

Page 254: ...unique oil filter element When reinstalling the filter cap do not exceed 18 lb ft 25 N m Inspect the condition of the O ring and replace if damaged See your dealer for additional information What to...

Page 255: ...Filter 2 2L L4 ECOTEC Engine 3400 V6 Engine The engine air cleaner filter is located in the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more...

Page 256: ...AUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and th...

Page 257: ...if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions D In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher D In hilly or mountainous terrain D W...

Page 258: ...uid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system Adding fluid won t correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Check and Wha...

Page 259: ...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 260: ...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 261: ...ant 2 2L L4 ECOTEC Engine 3400 V6 Engine The coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more inform...

Page 262: ...t means you re low on engine coolant See Low Coolant Warning Light in the Index Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture at the surge tank but only when the eng...

Page 263: ...p and completely 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...

Page 264: ...ol on it Add washer fluid until 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...

Page 265: ...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 266: ...ION 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 cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D Using the wrong...

Page 267: ...applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly...

Page 268: ...ou need new ones put in be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts If you don t your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehi...

Page 269: ...ound a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replace...

Page 270: ...p assembly forward out of the mounting bracket 3 Turn the bulb assembly retainer counterclockwise one sixth of a turn and pull out the bulb assembly 4 Unclip the bulb assembly from the wiring harness...

Page 271: ...wiring harness 4 When replacing the bulb be sure to properly align the bulb with the locating feature in the assembly 5 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the bulb assembly Center High Mounted St...

Page 272: ...g nut bolts which fasten the taillamp lens to the vehicle 4 Carefully remove the taillamp lens from the body and avoid scratching the paint or dropping it 5 Press the five tabs to release the plate fr...

Page 273: ...lacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways Here s how to remove the wiper blade 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Push the release lever and sli...

Page 274: ...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 275: ...overloading D Bad wear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Roug...

Page 276: ...s use the correct rotation pattern shown 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...

Page 277: ...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 278: ...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 279: ...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 280: ...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 281: ...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 282: ...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 283: ...ning 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 the vehicle Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space...

Page 284: ...ey 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 may be used if stains are stubborn D If a ring forms on fabric after spot cle...

Page 285: ...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 286: ...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 287: ...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 288: ...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 289: ...matic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner NOTICE...

Page 290: ...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 291: ...6 56 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials...

Page 292: ...e 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 Servic...

Page 293: ...have it fixed Power Windows A circuit breaker in the fuse panel protects the power windows When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the pro...

Page 294: ...r Mirrors Fuse Usage AIR BAG Air Bags BFC BATT Body Computer BFC PCM ACC PCM DR LOCK Door Lock Motors IPC BFC ACC Cluster Body Computer BFC STOP LPS Stop Lamps HAZARD LPS Hazard Lamps IPC HVAC BATT HV...

Page 295: ...teering Wheel Cruise Control Switch Lamps CRUISE SW Steering Wheel Cruise Control Switches HVAC BLOWER HVAC Blower Motor CRUISE Cruise Control FOG LPS Fog Lamps INT LPS Interior Courtesy Lamps RADIO B...

Page 296: ...Module Interior Lamps Maxifuses Usage 3 Left Electrical Center Stop Lamps Hazard Lamps Body Function Control Module Cluster Climate Control System 4 Anti Lock Brakes 5 Ignition Switch 6 Not Used 7 Lef...

Page 297: ...Lighter 35 Not Used 36 Not Used 37 Air Conditioning Compressor Body Function Control Module Minifuses Usage 38 Automatic Transaxle 39 Powertrain Control Module PCM 40 Anti Lock Brakes ABS Variable Ef...

Page 298: ...ted here contact your dealer Capacities and Specifications Capacities All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level or as recommended in this manual Engine Oil wi...

Page 299: ...ditioning system be performed by a qualified technician Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a 1 4 lbs 0 6 kg Use Refrigerant Oil R134a Systems Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Engine Air Cleaner Filt...

Page 300: ...e needs these services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 14 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 19 Part C...

Page 301: ...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 302: ...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 303: ...s on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your se...

Page 304: ...aintenance Inspections following Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nulli...

Page 305: ...s been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE OIL light will come on Change your oil as soon as possible within the next two times you stop for fuel It is possible that i...

Page 306: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 7...

Page 307: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 8...

Page 308: ...otation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern...

Page 309: ...oper rotation pattern and additional information 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...

Page 310: ...he Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control S...

Page 311: ...Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tir...

Page 312: ...ly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do...

Page 313: ...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 314: ...ip 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 cold damp weather more frequent appl...

Page 315: ...heck CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the v...

Page 316: ...ply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the key to the ON position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shif...

Page 317: ...g your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular br...

Page 318: ...d 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 proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing...

Page 319: ...ete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Also inspect drum brake linings for wear...

Page 320: ...le 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 No 1237...

Page 321: ...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 LB USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood and Door Hing...

Page 322: ...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 323: ...7 24 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 324: ...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 325: ...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 326: ...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 327: ...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 328: ...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 329: ...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 330: ...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 331: ...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 332: ...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 333: ...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 334: ...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 335: ...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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