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When you open the hood of the 1.8 L (Code L) H.O. DOHC engine, you’ll see the following:

A. Windshield Washer Fluid

Reservoir

B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
C. Radiator Pressure Cap
D. Engine Oil Dipstick

E. Coolant Recovery Tank
F. Engine Oil Fill Cap
G. Automatic Transaxle Fluid

Dipstick (If Equipped)

H. Brake/Hydraulic Clutch Fluid

Reservoir

I. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
J. Battery
K. Engine Compartment Fuse Block

Summary of Contents for 2003 Vibe

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Page 3: ...nformation and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions 5 1 Problems on the Road This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or ove...

Page 4: ...anada 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 the vehicle pl...

Page 5: ...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 6: ...olors 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 use sy...

Page 7: ...v These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle...

Page 8: ...yone 1 13 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 14 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 14 Driver Position 1 21 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 22 Right Front Passe...

Page 9: ...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 vehicle is not moving Lift the bar located un...

Page 10: ...Make sure the ignition is off and the vehicle is in PARK P before adjusting the seat Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat Release th...

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: ...t so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Press the release button near the base of the restraint to lower and...

Page 13: ...the way CAUTION If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is...

Page 14: ...sure it is locked into position Front Passenger Folding Seatback CAUTION If you fold the seatback forward to carry longer objects such as skis be sure any such cargo is not near an air bag In a crash...

Page 15: ...f the passenger s seatback 3 Fold the seatback down 4 Lift the recliner lever to make sure the seatback is completely flat To raise the seatback do the following 1 Pull the seatback up and push it bac...

Page 16: ...it You can be seriously injured or killed In the 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 CAUTIO...

Page 17: ...at even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most 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 k...

Page 18: ...1 11 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop...

Page 19: ...1 12 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel...

Page 20: ...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 21: ...Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller childr...

Page 22: ...ou more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this sec...

Page 23: ...a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right fo...

Page 24: ...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 25: ...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 26: ...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 27: ...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 28: ...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 29: ...s happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS This part explains the frontal and side impact Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS or air bag systems...

Page 30: ...hes where the front of your vehicle hits something CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear or low speed frontal crashes or in many side crashes And...

Page 31: ...ose to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued child...

Page 32: ...The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact air bag is...

Page 33: ...ght not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant an...

Page 34: ...impacts rollovers or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant A side impact air bag will only deploy on the side of the vehicle that is struck It is possible that in a crash involvin...

Page 35: ...never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s frontal air ba...

Page 36: ...em won t be there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts D Y...

Page 37: ...p to the carpeting or higher or if water enters your vehicle and soaks the carpet the air bag controller can be soaked and ruined If this ever happens and then you start your vehicle the damage could...

Page 38: ...with yellow tape or yellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag systems Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so T...

Page 39: ...s show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash...

Page 40: ...s you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the buckle does not click check to be sure that you are using the correct buckle Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it...

Page 41: ...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 42: ...ther children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every...

Page 43: ...by doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 24...

Page 44: ...r killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag sys...

Page 45: ...raint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a...

Page 46: ...he child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that s unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secure...

Page 47: ...ack of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s bod...

Page 48: ...child restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle To help reduce the chance of injury the child also has to be secured within the restraint The vehicle s belt system secures the add on c...

Page 49: ...at General Motors therefore recommends that child restraints be secured in the rear seat including an infant riding in a rear facing infant seat a child riding in a forward facing child seat and an ol...

Page 50: ...d follow the instructions for your child restraint If yours requires that the top strap be anchored don t use the restraint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top st...

Page 51: ...access the anchors open the compartment doors marked with the child restraint anchor symbol Choose the anchor that corresponds to the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Raise th...

Page 52: ...utside rear seat positions Each seating position with the LATCH system will have a label sewn to the seatback with the letters LATCH on it To assist you in locating the anchors for this child restrain...

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: ...hild restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2...

Page 56: ...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 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to...

Page 57: ...ind it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child rest...

Page 58: ...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 59: ...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 60: ...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 61: ...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 62: ...oulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehi...

Page 63: ...ars the belt 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 The lap portion...

Page 64: ...o wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchora...

Page 65: ...be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash you may need new LATCH system parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them...

Page 66: ...c Transaxle Operation 2 25 Manual Transaxle Operation 2 29 Parking Brake 2 30 Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only 2 32 Shifting Out of PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only 2 33 Parking Your Vehic...

Page 67: ...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 68: ...front of a switch to lower a window and lift the front of the switch to raise a window For the rear windows the power window lever is located on each door below the arm rest AUTO Express Down Press th...

Page 69: ...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 70: ...n a safe place If you lose your key you ll be able to have a new one made easily using this code If you need a new key contact your dealership to obtain the correct key code See Roadside Assistance in...

Page 71: ...g children who get into unlocked 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 whe...

Page 72: ...e rear of the vehicle Turning the key back toward the center then toward the rear again will unlock all of the doors Using the key in the passenger s door will also unlock all of the doors Lock a door...

Page 73: ...the following 1 Unlock the door from the inside 2 Then open the door from the outside If you don t cancel the security lock feature adults and older children who ride in the rear won t be able to ope...

Page 74: ...vice 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 system...

Page 75: ...no door is opened the doors will lock automatically after 30 seconds HATCH Press this button for about two seconds to open the liftglass If the key is in the ignition the liftglass cannot be opened b...

Page 76: ...placing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery do the following 1 Insert a small c...

Page 77: ...her windows are shut D Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Inde...

Page 78: ...the key into the keyhole and turn it clockwise to the second position D Use the handle in the center of the liftglass to help in lifting the glass You can also release the liftglass by pressing the re...

Page 79: ...ill your ignition If you take the key with you and you have an automatic transaxle it will be locked And remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock y...

Page 80: ...he System To set the system do the following 1 Turn the ignition key to the LOCK position and remove it 2 Have all passengers get out of the vehicle 3 Close and lock all the side doors and liftgate wi...

Page 81: ...properly have it checked by your dealer Activating the System The system will activate the alarm under the following conditions D If the driver s or front passenger s door is unlocked or if any of th...

Page 82: ...m will still be activated New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your vehicle doesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines D Don t drive at any one...

Page 83: ...ile you turn the key hard Turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs service LOCK A This is the...

Page 84: ...But even when the ignition is not running you can use ON to operate your electrical accessories including the ventilation fan and 115 volt power outlet and to display some warning and indicator light...

Page 85: ...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 it s co...

Page 86: ...an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three...

Page 87: ...ft 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 unless you have to If you have left the engine running the v...

Page 88: ...E 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 without da...

Page 89: ...s you are going slower than 65 mph 105 km h for front wheel drive vehicles or 59 mph 96 km h for all wheel drive vehicles or you can damage your engine LOW L This position gives you even more power th...

Page 90: ...hen you turn on your vehicle the overdrive will automatically be on until you turn it off Manual Transaxle Operation Five Speed FIRST 1 Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST 1 Then slowly let up...

Page 91: ...h pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal NOTICE Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving could damage your transaxle Also use...

Page 92: ...or THIRD 3 Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal a...

Page 93: ...2 to 1 2 to 3 or 3 to 2 3 to 4 or 4 to 3 4 to 5 or 5 to 4 1 8 L Code 8 15 mph 24 km h 25 mph 40 km h 40 mph 64 km h 45 mph 72 km h ENGINE 1 to 2 or 2 to 1 2 to 3 or 3 to 2 3 to 4 or 4 to 3 4 to 5 or 5...

Page 94: ...g brake hold the brake pedal down Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the release button Hold the release button in as you move the lever all the way down NOTICE Driving with the parki...

Page 95: ...n 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 the parking brake...

Page 96: ...shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you 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...

Page 97: ...ton as you maintain brake application Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into the gear you wish If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try th...

Page 98: ...n placed into REVERSE R with the clutch pedal pressed in you can turn the ignition key to OFF remove the key and release the clutch If you are towing a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Parkin...

Page 99: ...o your vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked Automatic Transaxle It s better not to par...

Page 100: ...proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you are parking on a hill and if you re pulling a trailer also see Towing a Trailer in the Index Horn To sound...

Page 101: ...ay up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically To signal a lane change raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane...

Page 102: ...o signal that you are going to pass If you have the headlamps on when you release the lever they will return to the low beams Windshield Wipers The lever on the right side of the steering column contr...

Page 103: ...t breaker will stop them until the motor cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload Windshield Washer Pull the lever toward you to spray washer fluid on the windshield The spray will continue...

Page 104: ...elp on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h CAUTION D Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise co...

Page 105: ...This will shut off cruise control But you won t need to reset it Unless you re going about 25 mph 40 km h you can push the lever up to RES ACC Resume Accelerate You ll go right back up to your chosen...

Page 106: ...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 maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to...

Page 107: ...urns off all lamps except the Daytime Running Lamps DRL F Parking Lamps Turning the switch to this position turns on the parking lamps together with the following D Sidemarker Lamps D Taillamps D Lice...

Page 108: ...when starting the car at night Lamps On Reminder If you turn the ignition to LOCK or ACC and leave the lamps on you ll hear a tone when you open the driver s door Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running...

Page 109: ...do the following 1 Set the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition off 3 Turn the ignition back on The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake As with any vehicle you should turn on the regula...

Page 110: ...ss is closed the light will remain on for about 15 seconds and then go out except under the following conditions D All of the side doors the liftgate and the liftglass are closed when the ignition is...

Page 111: ...nside rearview mirror is attached to your vehicle s front windshield glass If you do not have a sunroof your vehicle s inside rearview mirror may be equipped with reading lamps If your vehicle is equi...

Page 112: ...g Power Remote Control Rearview Mirrors These controls are located to the left of your steering wheel on the instrument panel To adjust either mirror push the button labeled L left or R right Then use...

Page 113: ...nes Storage Compartments Glove Box To open the glove box door lift the latch Always keep the glove box door closed while driving Door Storage Compartments The driver s door has a map storage compartme...

Page 114: ...cell phone There is also an accessory power outlet located in the storage area To access the upper tray of the storage area raise the console box lid without touching the lock release lever To access...

Page 115: ...packages available from your dealer Cargo Cover To use the cargo cover attach the side hooks of the cargo cover to the upper tie down hooks located along both sides of the rear cargo area CAUTION An i...

Page 116: ...vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier like paneling plywood a mattress and so forth the wind can catch it as you drive along This can cause you to lose control What you are carryin...

Page 117: ...the rear or the sides of your vehicle When loading cargo be sure it rests on the crossrails and does not scratch or damage the vehicle Put the cargo against the side rails and fasten it securely to th...

Page 118: ...to use the lighter NOTICE Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating If you do it won t be able to back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overhe...

Page 119: ...ry plugs may not be compatible to the power accessory outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on the power acce...

Page 120: ...ar the center of the instrument panel Before using the outlet turn on the ignition and press the button next to the outlet An indicator light in the button will come on After using the outlet press th...

Page 121: ...o locator hooks Be sure the driver s side floor mat is properly placed on the floor so that it does not block the movement of the accelerator pedal How to Remove and Replace the Floor Mat To remove th...

Page 122: ...r the sunroof Your ignition must be on for the switch to work To open the sunroof press the SLIDE arrow that points to the rear of the vehicle To close it press the other arrow that points to the fron...

Page 123: ...2 58 Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 124: ...ontrol System H Power Remote Control Mirror Button I Instrument Panel Brightness Dial J Rear Liftglass Release Button K Coinholder L Content Theft Deterrent Security Light M Storage Compartment N Turn...

Page 125: ...el is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel is left in the tank and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economi...

Page 126: ...on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometers The trip odometers can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the tri...

Page 127: ...t describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle The pictures will help you locate them Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough...

Page 128: ...the driver s belt is buckled If the driver s belt is already buckled neither the chime nor the light will come on Your vehicle also has a safety belt reminder light for the right front passenger posit...

Page 129: ...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 readiness light stays on or keeps flashing...

Page 130: ...n could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with the charging system light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Brake System Warning L...

Page 131: ...It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light and Towing Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Your brake system may not...

Page 132: ...g light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti lock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on you don t have anti lock brakes and there s a problem with your regular...

Page 133: ...ited States Canada Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generati...

Page 134: ...uld lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty This may also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test This light should come on as a check to show you it is...

Page 135: ...ion by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap See Filling Your Tank in the Index The diagnostic system...

Page 136: ...Inspection 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 co...

Page 137: ...to show you it is working but the light will go out when you turn the ignition to START If it doesn t come on with the ignition on you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb Have it fixed right away...

Page 138: ...ff Light Your automatic transaxle has overdrive The light will come on whenever you turn off the overdrive See Overdrive in the Index Low Windshield Washer Fluid Level Warning Light Canada Only This l...

Page 139: ...l gage works only when the ignition switch is ON When the gage first indicates E or empty you still have a little fuel left about 1 or 2 gallons 3 8 L or 7 6 L but you need to get more right away When...

Page 140: ...ay have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill it D It takes the gage several minutes to read F or full after filling the vehicle with...

Page 141: ...d States and Canada In addition the system includes intersection and freeway entrances route planning a programmable address book points of interest a list of restaurants emergency phone numbers and a...

Page 142: ...ating 3 4 Defogging and Defrosting 3 5 Rear Window Defogger 3 6 Ventilation System 3 7 Audio Systems 3 7 Setting the Time 3 8 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Equalization and Radio Data Sys...

Page 143: ...vents The side vents can be shut off to allow for more air to be directed toward the floor Defog This position directs the airflow toward the floor the windshield and the side windows The air also com...

Page 144: ...of the instrument panel to the left of the audio system to change your comfort control system to air conditioning An indicator light will come on when the air conditioning is on Air conditioning can...

Page 145: ...counterclockwise and the fan knob toward HI Defogging and Defrosting When the mode knob is turned to either the defog or defrost mode outside air will be selected automatically Outside air will clear...

Page 146: ...ff by pressing the button again Use it only when the engine is running Make sure you turn the defogger off when the window is clear Leaving the defogger on for a long time could cause the battery to r...

Page 147: ...ss of your system in the floor defog or defrost modes close the outboard vents Your vehicle s flow through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving Outside air will a...

Page 148: ...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 be sure you re gett...

Page 149: ...ere The radio will seek only to stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal SCAN Press and hold one of the SCAN arrows for two seconds until SCAN appears on the displ...

Page 150: ...ELECT knob to increase or to decrease If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To adjust all of the tone controls to the middle position press and hold TONE until FLAT appears...

Page 151: ...vailable for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information Using this system the radio can do the following D Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming D receive announce...

Page 152: ...ll appear on the display If both PROG TYPE and TRAF are on the radio will search for stations with the selected PTY and traffic announcements AM FM Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the r...

Page 153: ...eed press the INFO button repeatedly A new group of words will appear on the display with each press Once the complete message has been displayed INFO will disappear from the display until another new...

Page 154: ...hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RDM and the track number will appear on the display 4 Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track You will hear soun...

Page 155: ...ded Eject Press this button to eject a CD Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first Compact Disc Me...

Page 156: ...Option Playing the Radio PWR Power Push this knob to turn the system on and off VOLUME Turn the knob to increase or to decrease volume RCL Recall Push this knob to switch the display between the radi...

Page 157: ...r a double beep The radio will go to a preset station stored on your pushbuttons play for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press either SCAN arrow again to stop scanning presets The...

Page 158: ...AUTO EQ button until CUSTOM appears on the display Then you will be able to manually adjust the bass midrange and treble using the AUDIO knob Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the ba...

Page 159: ...ons may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast Finding a PTY Station P TYPE Program Type Button Press this button to turn o...

Page 160: ...will return 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton RDS Messages ALERT Alert warns of national or local emergencies When an alert announcement comes on the current radio station ALERT will appear on th...

Page 161: ...slot label side up The player will pull the disc in When a disc is inserted the CD symbol will be displayed If you select an equalization setting for your disc it will be activated each time you play...

Page 162: ...multiple discs To eject the disc that is currently playing press and release this button To eject multiple discs press and hold this button for two seconds You will hear a beep and the light will fla...

Page 163: ...for two seconds RPT will appear on the display Press RPT again to turn if off RDM Random With random you can listen to the tracks in random rather than sequential order on one disc or on all of the di...

Page 164: ...psed time push this knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob until the display flashes AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a disc s is in the player Using Song List Mode T...

Page 165: ...ST button continuously two beeps will be heard to confirm that the track has been deleted After a track has been deleted the remaining tracks are moved up the list When another track is added to the s...

Page 166: ...The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be correcte...

Page 167: ...se this system see the Navigation Radio System supplement Understanding Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause...

Page 168: ...crease volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio be sure you can add...

Page 169: ...of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to...

Page 170: ...iving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 All Wheel Drive AWD System Option 4 10 Steering 4 12 Off Road Recovery 4 12 Passing 4 14 Loss of Control 4 15 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in Rain and o...

Page 171: ...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 172: ...k alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then dr...

Page 173: ...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 174: ...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 175: ...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 three seconds or more with...

Page 176: ...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 harder to push Anti Lock Brake System Option Your vehicle may have anti lock bra...

Page 177: ...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 178: ...nd to your steering Momentum will carry it in whatever direction it was headed when the wheels stopped rolling That could be off the road into the very thing you were trying to avoid or into traffic I...

Page 179: ...your speed 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 apply the brakes Both control systems steering and braking h...

Page 180: ...our vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes but unless you have anti lock not enough to lock your wheels See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It i...

Page 181: ...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 182: ...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 183: ...you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel...

Page 184: ...Drive defensively D Don t drink and drive D Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you D Since you can t see as well you may need to slow down and keep more spac...

Page 185: ...When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Ke...

Page 186: ...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 187: ...y to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose...

Page 188: ...oad If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There jus...

Page 189: ...If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Don t ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips...

Page 190: ...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 191: ...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 the traffic flow Once you ar...

Page 192: ...e 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 if you need it Here are so...

Page 193: ...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 194: ...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 195: ...r 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 dr...

Page 196: ...until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Accelerate gently Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too...

Page 197: ...ound 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 ice ahead of you brake...

Page 198: ...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 199: ...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 200: ...anual transmissions do the following 1 Put the shift lever in neutral NOTICE To avoid locking the steering wheel turn the ignition to the ACC position 2 Turn the ignition to ACC Make sure the audio sy...

Page 201: ...repairs would not be covered by your warranty NOTICE Towing an all wheel drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground or even with only two of its wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain comp...

Page 202: ...l transmissions 3 Set the parking brake and then remove the key 4 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing 5 Release the parking brake NOTICE To...

Page 203: ...nformation label tells you the proper size and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle It also gives you important information about the number of people that can be in your vehi...

Page 204: ...cle 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 rear area of your vehicle Try to spread the weight evenly D Never...

Page 205: ...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 206: ...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 207: ...d capacity 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...

Page 208: ...n Monoxide in the Index Dirt and 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 t...

Page 209: ...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 210: ...Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and or extra wiring Check with your dealer The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you sig...

Page 211: ...uld start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here s how to do it 1 Apply your regular brakes but don t s...

Page 212: ...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 213: ...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 18 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 18 Chan...

Page 214: ...ent 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 the...

Page 215: ...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 216: ...rking brake NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged...

Page 217: ...d get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables don t hav...

Page 218: ...e positive terminal of the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote...

Page 219: ...f the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the...

Page 220: ...s it probably needs service NOTICE Damage to your vehicle may result from electrical shorting if jumper cables are removed incorrectly To prevent electrical shorting take care that the cables don t to...

Page 221: ...ositive 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 Assistance in the Index If yo...

Page 222: ...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 223: ...f the road shift to park or neutral and let the engine idle 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary If you no longer have the overheat warning you c...

Page 224: ...e is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools...

Page 225: ...oolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooli...

Page 226: ...be dangerous Plain 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 wat...

Page 227: ...u 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 burn...

Page 228: ...ise 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 pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap bu...

Page 229: ...r the engine cooling fan 7 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper coolant mixture through the filler neck until the le...

Page 230: ...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 231: ...emoving the Spare Tire and Tools The jack wheel wrench jack handle and spare tire are stowed in the rear of the vehicle underneath the floor of the cargo area To remove the spare tire and tools do the...

Page 232: ...Make sure to place the hook in the proper location in order to avoid damaging the vehicle Be sure to remove the hook when finished and place it back in its original position before closing the liftgat...

Page 233: ...lift up the plastic tray to expose the compact spare tire 5 Unscrew the center bolt from the compact spare tire and pull out the compact spare tire See Compact Spare Tire later in this section for mo...

Page 234: ...ack handle B and wheel wrench C 6 Attach the jack handle to the jack 7 Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the lift head Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Using the wheel wren...

Page 235: ...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 improperly positioned c...

Page 236: ...aise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well 4 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 5 Remove any rust...

Page 237: ...ches 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 wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oi...

Page 238: ...5 26 7 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 8 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown...

Page 239: ...e as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications in the Index for the wheel nut torque specification NOTICE Im...

Page 240: ...The compact spare tire storage area is designed only for the compact spare tire the standard tire cannot be stored there To store the flat tire do the following 1 If your vehicle has aluminum wheels...

Page 241: ...the center hole of the wheel 6 Attach the other end of the belts to the rear lower tie down hooks 7 Position the tire edge against the rear center end of the floor panel Pull the end of the belts to...

Page 242: ...e someone Store all these in the proper place A Jack B Wheel Wrench C Bolt D Spare Tire E Jack Handle F Nut Return the jack jack handle wheel wrench and compact spare tire to the storage area When sto...

Page 243: ...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 244: ...d And the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you re stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Don t spin the wheels...

Page 245: ...and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxle is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that may free your vehicle...

Page 246: ...hicle straight out Never pull on the hook at a sideways angle The hook could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back NOTICE Never use the recovery hook to to...

Page 247: ...ngine Oil 6 20 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 22 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 6 24 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 28 Manual Transaxle Fluid 6 29 Hydraulic Clutch 6 30 All Wheel Drive Option 6 31 Engine...

Page 248: ...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 249: ...f you use the wrong fasteners parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the air...

Page 250: ...L use only premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 91 or higher In an emergency you may be able to use a lower octane as low as 87 if heavy knocking does not occur Refill your tank with prem...

Page 251: ...emission control system to work properly You should not have to add anything to your fuel Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your...

Page 252: ...repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn t be covered by your warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you l...

Page 253: ...6 7 The fuel cap is behind a hinged door on the driver s side of your vehicle The fuel door release lever is located near the floor under the driver s seat on the outboard side...

Page 254: ...ould be badly burned Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wai...

Page 255: ...age your fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static el...

Page 256: ...can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be care...

Page 257: ...tainer and put the hood prop rod into the slot in the hood To insert the hood prop rod into the slot move it straight up If it is moved to the side or toward the inside of the vehicle it may become de...

Page 258: ...shield Washer Fluid Reservoir B Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C Radiator Pressure Cap D Engine Oil Dipstick E Coolant Recovery Tank F Engine Oil Fill Cap G Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick If Equip...

Page 259: ...her Fluid Reservoir B Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C Radiator Pressure Cap D Engine Oil Dipstick E Coolant Recovery Tank F Engine Oil Fill Cap G Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick If Equipped H Brak...

Page 260: ...ly this is an added reminder Checking Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on l...

Page 261: ...into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping...

Page 262: ...dex NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The engine oil fill cap...

Page 263: ...any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol If you choose to perform the engine oil change service yourself be sure the oil you use has the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If...

Page 264: ...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 265: ...s 12 500 km or 12 months whichever occurs first Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions will cause engine oil to break down slower What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oi...

Page 266: ...vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location To check or replace the filter do the following 1 Release the two clips that hold the cover down 2 Lift the cover...

Page 267: ...cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with...

Page 268: ...quickly in dusty areas indicate that the filter needs to be replaced early An air filter is available through your dealer For how often to change the air filter see Maintenance Schedule in the Index T...

Page 269: ...er to remove the cover 4 Remove the air filter 5 Reverse the steps to install the new air filter Once you remove the old air filter if you choose not to replace it it will not damage your vehicle Howe...

Page 270: ...requent trailer towing D Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may cho...

Page 271: ...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 272: ...ocation 1 Release the tab and 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 out again 3 Check both sides of t...

Page 273: ...tick 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 AC Delco T IV because fluid with t...

Page 274: ...urate reading if you check your transaxle fluid Check the fluid level only when your engine is off the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transaxle is cool enough for you to rest your fingers...

Page 275: ...ervoir A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Check and What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should che...

Page 276: ...etermine how often to check the lubricant See Periodic Maintenance Inspections in the Index How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is b...

Page 277: ...g hole A fluid loss could indicate a problem check and have it repaired if needed What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lu...

Page 278: ...the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your 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...

Page 279: ...ngine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the r...

Page 280: ...n the Index for more information on location Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in t...

Page 281: ...ween the HOT marks D When the engine compartment is cool the level should be between the COLD marks What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Inde...

Page 282: ...against freezing See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for reservoir location Adding Washer Fluid The low windshield washer fluid level warning light will come on when the fluid level is too l...

Page 283: ...t antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver s side of the engine compartment It is filled...

Page 284: ...ry only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough You or others could be burne...

Page 285: ...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 fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops o...

Page 286: ...ions 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 help...

Page 287: ...eplace parts of your braking system for example when your brake linings wear down and you need new ones put in be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts If you don t your brakes may no longer...

Page 288: ...n the Index for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Bulb Replacement For any bulb changing procedu...

Page 289: ...6 43 Headlamps A Headlamp B Turn Signal Lamp To replace the headlamp bulb do the following 1 Open the hood and locate the lamp assembly...

Page 290: ...ber cover and socket from the headlamp 3 Release the retainer clip holding the bulb by pressing down and moving the metal retainer away from you 4 Pull the bulb out of the fixture 5 Reverse the steps...

Page 291: ...ee Headlamps for location 2 Locate the turn signal bulb 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out of the lamp housing 4 Reverse the steps to install a new bulb Rear Combination Lamps To...

Page 292: ...e rear cargo area of the vehicle Remove the storage compartment cover 2 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out of the lamp housing 3 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket 4 Reverse t...

Page 293: ...o replace the back up lamp bulb do the following 1 Reach up under the rear fascia to locate the back up lamp housing 2 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out of the lamp housing 3 Pull...

Page 294: ...g 1 The bulb is located on the inside of the liftgate liftglass near the top Remove the two clips on both sides of the cover and remove it 2 Unscrew the two screws from the CHMSL housing and remove th...

Page 295: ...year for wear or cracking See Wiper Blade Check in the Index for more information Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways Here s how to remove the wiper blade 1 Pu...

Page 296: ...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 297: ...g winter tire availability and proper tire selection Also see Buying New Tires later in this section or in the Index Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire Loading Information label which is in your glove c...

Page 298: ...y help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6 000 to 8 000 miles 10 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your t...

Page 299: ...ter the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire Loading Information label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torqu...

Page 300: ...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 301: ...or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could have a crash Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle Be sure to use the same size a...

Page 302: ...hey must also conform to federal safety requirements Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified gov...

Page 303: ...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 304: ...ter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way...

Page 305: ...and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index for more information Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous Y...

Page 306: ...TION Continued CAUTION Continued If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the front tires for front wheel drive vehicles If your vehicle has all wheel drive install traction devic...

Page 307: ...u re cleaning the inside Never use these to clean your vehicle D Gasoline D Benzene D Naphtha D Carbon Tetrachloride D Acetone D Paint Thinner D Turpentine D Lacquer Thinner D Nail Polish Remover They...

Page 308: ...nge to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn D If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Cleaner on Fabric 1 Vac...

Page 309: ...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 310: ...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 311: ...months 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...

Page 312: ...rasive 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...

Page 313: ...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 314: ...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 315: ...6 69 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials...

Page 316: ...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 317: ...ring is protected by a 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 wiring checked right away Windshie...

Page 318: ...e fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the correct size If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one Just pick some feature of your vehicle th...

Page 319: ...IG Wiper Rear Wiper Washer Fuses ECU IG Cruise Control Anti Lock Brakes Theft Deterrent System Automatic Transaxle Control System Electric Cooling Fan Fuse Usage RR WIPER Rear Window Wiper Rear Windo...

Page 320: ...tment Overview in the Index for more information on location Fuse Relay Usage HEAD MAIN Right Headlamp Left Headlamp Fuses ALT S Charging System EFI Electronic Fuel Injection System HAZARD Turn Signal...

Page 321: ...System Relay ABS NO 2 Anti lock Brake System RDI FAN Electronic Cooling Fan System Fuse Relay Usage ABS NO 1 Anti lock Brake System ALT Charging System DEFOG HEATER GAUGE ECU IG WIPER RR WIP WASHER A...

Page 322: ...Engine Oil with Filter 1 8L Engine Code 8 3 9 quarts 3 7 L 1 8L Engine Code L 4 8 quarts 4 4 L Fuel Tank With AWD 12 0 gallons 45 0 L Without AWD 13 0 gallons 49 0 L Automatic Transaxle 1 8L Engine C...

Page 323: ...ing Your Vehicle in the Index Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity If you do your own service work you ll need the proper service manual See Doing Your Own Service Work in the Index for additional in...

Page 324: ...lve Code 8 base model GM Part No 94859406 PCV Valve Code 8 AWD Model GM Part No 94859404 PCV Valve Code L GM Part No 88969512 Spark Plugs 1 8L Engine Code 8 DENSO SK16R11 NGK IFR5A11 or GM Part No 948...

Page 325: ...dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 8 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 27 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 37 P...

Page 326: ...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 327: ...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 328: ...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 329: ...conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Chassi...

Page 330: ...20 000 Miles 200 000 km Spark Plug Replacement These intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages Long Trip Highway Definit...

Page 331: ...ly or every 24 months whichever occurs first Cooling System Service or every 24 months whichever occurs first Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Automatic Transaxle Fluid Change...

Page 332: ...g 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 nullify the emission warranty or lim...

Page 333: ...ths whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine air cleaner fi...

Page 334: ...additional information See footnote j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000...

Page 335: ...tate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions...

Page 336: ...tate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions...

Page 337: ...Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Drain flush and refill cooling system o...

Page 338: ...nths whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine air cleaner f...

Page 339: ...mation See footnote j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Change engi...

Page 340: ...tate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions...

Page 341: ...tate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions...

Page 342: ...ce engine air cleaner filter or every 24 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and addition...

Page 343: ...hange automatic transaxle fluid every 60 000 miles 100 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reache...

Page 344: ...onths whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine air cleaner...

Page 345: ...ne air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 mont...

Page 346: ...tate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions...

Page 347: ...tate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions...

Page 348: ...ichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Inspect fuel tank cap cap gasket and lines for damage or leaks or every 24 months whichever occurs first Replace parts as needed An Emission Control...

Page 349: ...hever occurs first An Emission Control Service 96 000 Miles 160 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis component...

Page 350: ...es 165 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 120 000 Miles 200 000 km j Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service ACTUAL SERV...

Page 351: ...ng 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 nullify the emission warranty or li...

Page 352: ...ervice j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Replace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for...

Page 353: ...ilter An Emission Control Service j Inspect fuel tank cap cap gasket and lines for damage or leaks or every 24 months whichever occurs first Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See foo...

Page 354: ...for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubri...

Page 355: ...footnote 60 000 Miles 100 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs...

Page 356: ...t for tappet noise and engine vibration Adjust valve clearance to factory specifications if necessary or every 48 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Drain flush and refill coo...

Page 357: ...taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions check the fluid See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index for the proper fluid to use 67 500 Miles...

Page 358: ...per rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine accessory drive belts or 12 months since last inspection An Emission Control Service 82 500 Miles 137 500 km j Change engi...

Page 359: ...ntrol Service See footnote j Inspect engine accessory drive belts or 12 months since last inspection An Emission Control Service j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 24 months whichever oc...

Page 360: ...Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional in...

Page 361: ...heck the engine oil level 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 the proper coolant mixtu...

Page 362: ...s of the windshield Also see Wiper Blades Cleaning in the Index Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone...

Page 363: ...ck 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 vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking b...

Page 364: ...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 shift lever out of PARK P with normal eff...

Page 365: ...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 366: ...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 367: ...or damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables Brake System Inspection Inspec...

Page 368: ...3 in Canada 993089 or equivalent conforming to GM Specification 1825M or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic...

Page 369: ...77985 in Canada 88901242 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Floor Shift Linkage LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No U S 12346293...

Page 370: ...d Release Pawl LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No U S 12346293 in Canada 992723 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood and Door...

Page 371: ...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 372: ...7 48 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 373: ...tomer Satisfaction Procedure 8 3 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 5 Roadside Assistance Program...

Page 374: ...a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the Pontiac Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 762 2737 In Canada c...

Page 375: ...m is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief availabl...

Page 376: ...ish U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Number 313 381 0022 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 1 800 263 3777...

Page 377: ...nada please dial 1 905 644 3063 All TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Assistance Program Security While You Travel 1 800 ROADSIDE 1 800 762 3743 As the proud owner of a new Pontiac vehicle you ar...

Page 378: ...icle model year and color D Mileage of vehicle D Vehicle Identification Number VIN D Vehicle license plate number Pontiac reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver wh...

Page 379: ...tion needs your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of...

Page 380: ...ge or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair Generally it is not possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available d...

Page 381: ...epartment of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Ca...

Page 382: ...483 Owner s Information Owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance S...

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