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Q:

What is wrong with this?

A:

The belt is buckled in the wrong place.

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CAUTION:

You 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 cause serious internal
injuries. Always buckle your belt into the
buckle nearest you.

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Summary of Contents for 2006 Pursuit

Page 1: ...nd Indicators 3 23 Driver Information Center DIC 3 38 Audio System s 3 47 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 36 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fu...

Page 2: ...leave this manual in the vehicle Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual...

Page 3: ...ON These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these...

Page 4: ...warning labels on the vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text de...

Page 5: ...These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle v...

Page 6: ...NOTES vi...

Page 7: ...nder 1 29 Child Restraints 1 29 Older Children 1 29 Infants and Young Children 1 32 Child Restraint Systems 1 35 Where to Put the Restraint 1 39 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 40 Secur...

Page 8: ...en movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Lift the bar located under the front of the seat...

Page 9: ...until the seat is at the desired height To lower the seat move the lever downward repeatedly until the seat is at the desired height Manual Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature the knob is located...

Page 10: ...tting The indicator light will be lit to indicate that the setting is on low Return the switch to the center to turn off the heated seat If your vehicle has been turned off the last heated seat settin...

Page 11: ...outboard side of the seats To recline the seatback do the following 1 Lift the recline lever 2 Move the seatback to the desired position then release the lever to lock the seatback in place 3 Push an...

Page 12: ...in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there...

Page 13: ...int is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Pull the head restraint up to raise it To lower the head restraint press the bu...

Page 14: ...person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked The front passenger seat can be used to easily get in and out of the rear seat To use the easy entry seat do the follo...

Page 15: ...small handles located in the center of the trunk Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and r...

Page 16: ...sly injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted Safety Belts Safety Belts They Are for Everyone This part...

Page 17: ...minder Light on page 3 25 and Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3 26 In most states and in all Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here is why They work You never know if y...

Page 18: ...Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is just a seat on wheels Put someone on it 1 12...

Page 19: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 13...

Page 20: ...el or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That is why safety belts make...

Page 21: ...ions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I am a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A You may be an excellent driver but if you are in an accident e...

Page 22: ...tly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you 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 is not long enough se...

Page 23: ...uld 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 belt should go over the shou...

Page 24: ...o loose It will not 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 injury...

Page 25: ...n 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 cause se...

Page 26: ...riously 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 much...

Page 27: ...across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can...

Page 28: ...so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder Incorrect positioning of the shoulder belt can r...

Page 29: ...learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 1 16 The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for on...

Page 30: ...the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will loc...

Page 31: ...injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a...

Page 32: ...ts When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outboard passenger position in the rear seat Here is how to install a...

Page 33: ...c cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic co...

Page 34: ...ull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Turn the guide and clip inward and slide them in between the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop...

Page 35: ...l be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults Never use it for securing...

Page 36: ...ere or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other peop...

Page 37: ...er belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint the belts provide CAUTION Never do this Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap sho...

Page 38: ...ve children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the safety belts Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriat...

Page 39: ...tem is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints wh...

Page 40: ...k and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part...

Page 41: ...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 surface against...

Page 42: ...es 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 positioner and...

Page 43: ...structions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both Securing an Add on Child Restraint in the Vehicle CAUTION A child can be seriously injured...

Page 44: ...raps that come down over each of the infant s shoulders and buckle together at the crotch The five point harness system has two shoulder straps two hip straps and a crotch strap A shield may take the...

Page 45: ...t would be very close to the inflating airbag CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects...

Page 46: ...nstalling a child restraint with a top tether you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be installed using only...

Page 47: ...op of the child restraint to the vehicle A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle The top tether attachment B on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to r...

Page 48: ...sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint If the child restraint does not have a top tether one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint m...

Page 49: ...on where the child restraint will be placed Do not secure a child restraint in the right front passenger s position if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instru...

Page 50: ...an one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or others could be injured if this happens To help prevent injury to p...

Page 51: ...ctions If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using does not have a head restraint an...

Page 52: ...sition 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 child restraint on the seat 2 Pick up th...

Page 53: ...ing 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 If your child restraint manufacturer recommends using a top...

Page 54: ...rmation A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear fac...

Page 55: ...age 1 59 General Motors recommends that rear facing child restraints be secured in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If your child restraint is forward facing move the seat as far back as it will...

Page 56: ...portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee...

Page 57: ...r is still lit secure the child in the child restraint in a rear seat position in the vehicle and check with your dealer To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let i...

Page 58: ...n in frontal crashes than more forceful airbags have provided in the past CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Roof mounted side impact airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe crashes whe...

Page 59: ...on that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 1 29 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 32 There is an airbag r...

Page 60: ...l airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side If your vehicle has a roof mounted side impact airbag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver it is located in the c...

Page 61: ...evere injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or...

Page 62: ...e threshold level for the reduced deployment is about 12 to 16 mph 19 to 26 km h and the threshold level for a full deployment is about 18 to 24 mph 29 to 38 5 km h The threshold level can vary howeve...

Page 63: ...ehicles with roof mounted side impact airbags there are also airbag modules in the ceiling of the vehicle near the side windows How Does an Airbag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near fronta...

Page 64: ...the driver from seeing out of the windshield or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an airbag inflates there is dust in the air This dust coul...

Page 65: ...d Event Data Recorders on page 7 9 Let only qualified technicians work on your airbag system Improper service can mean that your airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Passen...

Page 66: ...ing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if t...

Page 67: ...sition on page 1 48 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit check to make sure that the vehicle s seatback is not pressing the child restrain...

Page 68: ...ess light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system If this ever happens have the vehicle serviced promptly because an adul...

Page 69: ...and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the airbag system To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 14 CAUTION For up to 10...

Page 70: ...tomer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7 2 Q Because I have a disability I have to get my vehicle modified H...

Page 71: ...or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken airbag covers and have them repaired or replaced The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Notice If you damage the cove...

Page 72: ...e LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision If an airbag infla...

Page 73: ...ower RAP 2 21 Starting the Engine 2 21 Engine Coolant Heater 2 23 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 24 Manual Transaxle Operation 2 27 Parking Brake 2 28 Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transaxle 2 29 Sh...

Page 74: ...the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not...

Page 75: ...damage the vehicle to get in Be sure you have spare keys Remote Keyless Entry System If the vehicle has the keyless entry system it operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Com...

Page 76: ...ld the transmitter higher and try again Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 4 If you are still having t...

Page 77: ...for more information If enabled through the DIC and it is dark enough outside the vehicle s high beam headlamps and parking lamps will come on each time the unlock button on the transmitter is pressed...

Page 78: ...before the transmitter works it is probably time to change the battery The KEY FOB BATT LOW message in the vehicle s DIC will display if the remote keyless entry transmitter battery is low Notice Whe...

Page 79: ...at and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked do...

Page 80: ...ng feature This feature will delay the actual locking of the doors for up to five seconds when the power door lock switch or remote keyless entry transmitter is used to lock the vehicle If any door is...

Page 81: ...ed through the Driver Information Center DIC to automatically unlock several ways See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 42 for more information Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle has rear door...

Page 82: ...ion when locking your vehicle The lockout protection can be overridden by pressing and holding the power door lock in the lock position for three seconds Trunk To release the trunk lid from the outsid...

Page 83: ...than 2 mph 3 km h Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle The e...

Page 84: ...overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or...

Page 85: ...ess the front of the switch to the first position and the driver s window will open a small amount Press the switch down fully and the window will go all the way down To stop the window while it is lo...

Page 86: ...to steal Content Theft Deterrent Your vehicle may have a content theft deterrent alarm system Arming the System With the ignition off you can arm the system by doing any one of the following Press the...

Page 87: ...system Once the system is disarmed the security light will stop flashing How the System Alarm is Activated If the system is armed it can be activated by either Opening the driver s door or trunk This...

Page 88: ...sonalized Automotive Security System theft deterrent system PASS Key III is a passive theft deterrent system This means you do not have to do anything special to arm or disarm the system It works when...

Page 89: ...key in the ignition and start the engine If the engine will not start see your dealer for service 3 After the engine has started turn the key to LOCK and remove the key 4 Insert the key to be program...

Page 90: ...during break in See Towing a Trailer Manual Transaxle on page 4 38 or Towing a Trailer Automatic Transaxle on page 4 38 for the trailer towing capabilities of your vehicle and more information Followi...

Page 91: ...CC ACCESSORY This position operates some of your electrical accessories It unlocks the steering wheel and ignition R RUN This is the position the switch returns to after you start your engine and rele...

Page 92: ...ery 1 Make sure the shift lever is in PARK P 2 Using a tool pry off the cover from the bottom of the steering column 3 Place your finger into the access hole and locate the plunger 4 Press and hold th...

Page 93: ...e to work for up to 10 minutes or until any door is opened Starting the Engine Automatic Transaxle Move the shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N The engine will not start in any other position that is a...

Page 94: ...avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If it does not start wait about 15 seconds and try again to start the engine by turning the ignition to START Wait about 15 seconds between each...

Page 95: ...front of the engine coolant surge tank on the passenger s side 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock...

Page 96: ...if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine ru...

Page 97: ...e back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transaxle see If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 30 NEUTRAL N In this position your engine does not connec...

Page 98: ...revent repetitive shifting Fuel economy will be lower than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D Here are some times you might choose INTERMEDIATE I instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D When driving on hilly winding road...

Page 99: ...he accelerator pedal THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 Shift into THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 the same way you do for SECOND 2 Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To stop...

Page 100: ...e lever is located between the front seats For vehicles equipped with an armrest lift the console armrest in order to access the parking brake lever Manual Transaxle Parking Brake Lever Automatic Tran...

Page 101: ...ing brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transaxle CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not...

Page 102: ...thout first pushing the button If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transaxle into PARK P proper...

Page 103: ...ion To shift out of PARK P use the following sequence 1 Apply the brake pedal 2 Then press the shift lever button 3 Move the shift lever to the desired position If you still are unable to shift out of...

Page 104: ...consciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was...

Page 105: ...izzard See Winter Driving on page 4 25 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 roll Do not l...

Page 106: ...will come on to indicate the automatic dimming is on Press the on off button for about four seconds to manually turn the automatic dimming function on or off Cleaning the Mirror When cleaning the mirr...

Page 107: ...selector switch in the center position when not adjusting either outside mirror Both mirrors can manually be folded by pulling them toward the vehicle This feature may be useful when going through a...

Page 108: ...Service for you A complete OnStar Owner s Guide and the Terms and Conditions of the OnStar Subscription Service Agreement are included in the vehicle s OnStar Subscriber Information packet located in...

Page 109: ...Free Calling is fully integrated into the vehicle and may be used with Pre Paid Packages or linked to a cell phone through OnStar Shared Minutes Plan To find out more refer to the OnStar Owner s Guid...

Page 110: ...ide of the steering column on the bottom of the instrument panel Pull cover down to open It can be used to store small items and contains the remote trunk release switch For more information see Remot...

Page 111: ...witch rearward a second time to open the sunroof If the sunshade is closed it will open automatically with the sunroof To close the sunroof press the switch forward and hold it until the sunroof is cl...

Page 112: ...NOTES 2 40...

Page 113: ...s 3 16 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 3 17 Climate Controls 3 18 Climate Control System 3 18 Outlet Adjustment 3 21 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 3 21 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 23 Inst...

Page 114: ...3 42 Audio System s 3 47 Setting the Time 3 49 Radio with CD Uplevel 3 49 Radio with CD MP3 3 56 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 71 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 72 Radio Reception 3 73 Care of Your CDs...

Page 115: ...NOTES 3 3...

Page 116: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4...

Page 117: ...udio System See Audio System s on page 3 47 J Fog Lamp Button If Equipped See Fog Lamps on page 3 15 K Trunk Release See Trunk on page 2 10 L Instrument Panel Brightness Control See Instrument Panel B...

Page 118: ...tton to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals will not work Other Warning...

Page 119: ...the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following G Turn and Lane Change Signals See Turn and Lane Change Si...

Page 120: ...dly a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers will not see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows do not go on at all when you signal a tur...

Page 121: ...mittent wiping mode the cycle delay time is also affected by vehicle speed As your vehicle speed increases your delay cycle time will automatically decrease x Delay When the lever is in the intermitte...

Page 122: ...stuck turn the wipers off clear away the snow or ice and then turn the wipers back on As an added safety feature if the wipers are on for more than 15 seconds the vehicle s headlamps will turn on auto...

Page 123: ...Control CAUTION If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the...

Page 124: ...nce you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can press the RES part of the button briefly This will take you back up to your previously chosen speed and stay there Increasing Speed While Using Cr...

Page 125: ...brake pedal or the clutch if your vehicle has a manual transmission Stepping on the brake pedal or clutch will only end the current cruise control session Press the cruise control on off button to tu...

Page 126: ...mps on you will hear a warning chime Daytime Running Lamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many differ...

Page 127: ...ain to turn the fog lamps off The parking lamps will automatically turn on and off when the fog lamps are turned on and off The fog lamps will turn off while the high beam headlamps are turned on Some...

Page 128: ...is removed from the ignition to provide an illuminated exit Mirror Reading Lamps Your vehicle may have reading lamps on the rearview mirror Push the button to turn the reading lamps on and off Battery...

Page 129: ...ment Notice Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed f...

Page 130: ...ected to the windshield and side windows The left knob can also be used to select defog or defrost mode Information on defogging and defrosting can be found later in this section Recirculation is not...

Page 131: ...button to turn the air conditioning system on or off When this button is pressed an indicator light above the button will come on to let you know the air conditioning is activated On hot days open th...

Page 132: ...ou select this mode the system runs the air conditioning compressor To defrost the windows faster turn the temperature control knob clockwise to the warmest setting Recirculation mode is not available...

Page 133: ...through a passenger compartment filter The filter removes certain particles from the air including pollen and dust particles Reductions in airflow which may occur more quickly in dusty areas indicate...

Page 134: ...f the glove box and raising the tab until the door can be opened downward 4 Remove the filter by sliding it out of the housing When installing a new air filter make sure the AIR FLOW arrow is pointing...

Page 135: ...ages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indi...

Page 136: ...ent panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going about how much fuel is left in the tank and many other things you will need t...

Page 137: ...displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Notice If you operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area your vehicle could be damaged and the damages would not be cove...

Page 138: ...the chime nor the light will come on Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag s electrical system fo...

Page 139: ...rn the ignition key to RUN If the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Your vehicle has the passenger sensi...

Page 140: ...ur vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facin...

Page 141: ...enger seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 26 Charging System Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition...

Page 142: ...u set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake does not release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem If the light co...

Page 143: ...anti lock brakes and there is a problem with your regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 30 The anti lock brake system warning light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition ke...

Page 144: ...affected by an engine related problem the system will turn off and the warning light will come on If the Enhanced Traction System warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time whe...

Page 145: ...airs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transaxle exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than t...

Page 146: ...still flashing follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the fol...

Page 147: ...ions 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 inspectio...

Page 148: ...ot come on with the ignition on you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb Have it fixed right away If you are idling at a stop sign the light may blink on and then off If you make a hard stop the l...

Page 149: ...e are four things that some owners ask about None of these show a problem with your fuel gage At the service station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fu...

Page 150: ...personalization menu See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 42 for more information DIC Operation and Displays The DIC comes on when the ignition is on The DIC has different modes which can be acce...

Page 151: ...l range is an average of recent driving conditions As your driving conditions change this data is gradually updated The FUEL RANGE mode cannot be reset ECON Economy Press the information button until...

Page 152: ...either degrees Fahrenheit F or degrees Celsius C DIC Warnings and Messages These messages will appear if there is a problem detected in one of your vehicle s systems Any message will clear when the ve...

Page 153: ...ake sure that the door s are closed completely ENGINE DISABLED This message will display if the starting of the engine is disabled Have your vehicle serviced immediately by your GM dealer ENG Engine P...

Page 154: ...lem has been detected with the electric power steering Have your vehicle serviced immediately by your GM dealer SERVICE AIR BAG This message will display when there is a problem with the airbag system...

Page 155: ...istance will be shown in miles mi and fuel economy in miles per gallon mpg METRIC default All information will be displayed in metric units For example distance will be shown in kilometers km and fuel...

Page 156: ...for more information Choose one of the available settings and press the information button to select it and move on to the next feature LIGHT FLASH If your vehicle has remote keyless entry this featur...

Page 157: ...press the information button to select it and move on to the next feature AUTO UNLK Unlock This feature which allows the vehicle to automatically unlock certain doors can be enabled or disabled When...

Page 158: ...isabled When EXT LIGHTS appears on the display press and hold the reset button for at least one second to scroll through the available settings OFF The exterior perimeter lighting will not turn on whe...

Page 159: ...ffort as well as take advantage of its features While your vehicle is parked set up your audio system by presetting your favorite radio stations setting the tone and adjusting the speakers Then when d...

Page 160: ...nits If sound equipment can be added it is very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine radio or other systems and even damage them...

Page 161: ...ation broadcasting Radio Data System RDS information press and hold the clock button to enter the clock set mode then press and hold the clock button for three seconds until UPDATED appears on the dis...

Page 162: ...ital quality audio and text information that includes song title and artist name A service fee is required in order to receive the XM service For more information contact XM at www xmradio com or call...

Page 163: ...ntil you hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press either arrow again to stop scanning To scan preset stations press and hold either arrow...

Page 164: ...esigned for country jazz talk pop rock and classical Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade x w Balance Fade To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers press and release the balance fa...

Page 165: ...l hear the announcement even if the volume is low or a CD is playing If a CD is playing play will stop during the announcement Alert announcements cannot be turned off ALERT will not be affected by te...

Page 166: ...e The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch 8 cm single CDs without an adapter ring Full size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner If playing a CD R the sound quality may be reduced d...

Page 167: ...will appear on the display SEEK Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current track if it has been playing for more than eight seconds Press the right arrow to go to the next track The track...

Page 168: ...a very rough road When the road becomes smoother the CD should play The CD is dirty scratched wet or upside down The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again There may have been a prob...

Page 169: ...day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States...

Page 170: ...to the current song or channel Artist Song Title Category or PTY Channel Number Channel Name To change the default on the display press the DISP knob until you see the display you want then hold the...

Page 171: ...button until BASS or TREBLE appears on the display Turn the ADJ knob to increase or to decrease The display will show the bass or treble level If a station is weak or noisy decrease the treble To adj...

Page 172: ...y pressing another button causing the radio to perform that function or by waiting five seconds for the display to return to the default display Then press and hold the balance fade button for more th...

Page 173: ...ge press and release the MSG button A new group of words will appear on the display after every press of the button Once the complete message has been displayed MSG will disappear from the display unt...

Page 174: ...the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shor...

Page 175: ...For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message appears after having your vehicle serviced check with your GM dealer XM Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned...

Page 176: ...the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs on page 3 74 for more information If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD Do not add any label to a CD it could get caught in the CD pla...

Page 177: ...ous or next track s Stop turning this knob to play the track DISP Display Press this knob to see how long the current track has been playing TRACK the track number and the elapsed time of the track wi...

Page 178: ...50 playlists 10 sessions and 255 files Long file names folder names or playlist names may use more disc memory space than necessary To conserve space on the disc minimize the length of the file folder...

Page 179: ...wn and the folder up buttons will search playlists Px first and then go to the root folder When the radio displays the name of the folder the radio will display ROOT Order of Play Tracks will be playe...

Page 180: ...isplay If you want to insert a CD with the ignition off first press the eject button or the DISP knob If you turn off the ignition or radio with a CD in the player it will stay in the player When you...

Page 181: ...n to advance quickly within a track Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to advance at eight times the normal playing speed Release this pushbutton to play the track FWD and the el...

Page 182: ...ght arrow to go to the start of the next track To scan tracks press either arrow for more than two seconds to enter CD scan mode The CD will play the first 10 seconds of each track Press either arrow...

Page 183: ...ature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smoother the CD should play The CD is dirty scratched wet or upside down The air is very humid If...

Page 184: ...between FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 if equipped 1 6 Preset Pushbuttons Press this button to play stations that are programmed on the radio preset pushbuttons The radio will only seek preset stations wit...

Page 185: ...can also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception When this happens try reducing the treble on your radio FM Stereo FM stereo will give the best sound but FM signa...

Page 186: ...CD lens cleaners for CD players is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the internal lens of the CD optics with lubricants Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car wash...

Page 187: ...ght 4 16 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 18 City Driving 4 20 Freeway Driving 4 21 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 22 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 23 Winter Driving 4 25 If Your...

Page 188: ...pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do and be ready Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common...

Page 189: ...tes nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it is against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medi...

Page 190: ...water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks T...

Page 191: ...BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There is something else about drinking and driving that many people do not know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s...

Page 192: ...ide to push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about three fourths of a second But that is only an...

Page 193: ...you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Adding non GM acce...

Page 194: ...ould The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates...

Page 195: ...e braking technique This will give you maximum braking while maintaining steering control You can do this by pushing on the brake pedal with steadily increasing pressure In an emergency you will proba...

Page 196: ...arning light may come on for the following reasons If you turn the system off by moving the shift lever to FIRST 1 the warning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on move the shift...

Page 197: ...ring Tips It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here is why Experienced driver or beginner each of us i...

Page 198: ...reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Adding non GM accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessori...

Page 199: ...reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you...

Page 200: ...is all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic Do not get too clos...

Page 201: ...little to the right Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration do not have enough friction where the tir...

Page 202: ...vehicle speed by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues...

Page 203: ...dlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to re adjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who does not lower the high beams or a vehicle w...

Page 204: ...the edge of the road and even people walking It is wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer fluid reservoir filled with washer fluid Replace your win...

Page 205: ...deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If yo...

Page 206: ...y map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See...

Page 207: ...e a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the...

Page 208: ...y Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it is ready to go If it needs service have it done before sta...

Page 209: ...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 Make sure your vehicle is well ventil...

Page 210: ...your brakes on a steep downhill 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...

Page 211: ...ing in your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems Examples are long grades passing or no passing zones a falling rocks area or win...

Page 212: ...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 time th...

Page 213: ...more Unless you have the Anti Lock Brake System ABS you will want to brake very gently too If you do have ABS see Anti Lock Brake System ABS on page 4 7 ABS improves your vehicle s stability when you...

Page 214: ...help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a bla...

Page 215: ...ong 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 the b...

Page 216: ...ls too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle See Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 4 30 For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see...

Page 217: ...Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of yo...

Page 218: ...bined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and...

Page 219: ...nt Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight...

Page 220: ...sitions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Label A vehicle specific Certification label found on the rear edge of t...

Page 221: ...hicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they will keep going CAUTION Things you put ins...

Page 222: ...th 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 Towing and Dolly Towing followi...

Page 223: ...he following fuse from the floor console fuse block 8 Ignition Switch PASS Key III See Floor Console Fuse Block on page 5 90 for more information Remember to reinstall the fuse once you have reached y...

Page 224: ...trol when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured You may also damage your vehicle the...

Page 225: ...including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you will be driving A good source for this information can be st...

Page 226: ...r for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at Pontiac GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Custome...

Page 227: ...the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It is important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reason...

Page 228: ...Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you will want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the ad...

Page 229: ...When you are turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer will not strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal...

Page 230: ...s CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can...

Page 231: ...r See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid do not overfill engine oil drive belt cooling system an...

Page 232: ...NOTES 4 46...

Page 233: ...ngine Air Cleaner Filter 5 18 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 5 19 Manual Transaxle Fluid 5 19 Hydraulic Clutch 5 20 Engine Coolant 5 20 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 23 Engine Overheating 5 23 Cooling...

Page 234: ...et 5 81 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 82 Care of Safety Belts 5 82 Weatherstrips 5 82 Washing Your Vehicle 5 83 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 83 Finish Care 5 83 Windshield an...

Page 235: ...ntrol and stability control Some of these accessories may even cause malfunction or damage not covered by warranty GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on your veh...

Page 236: ...proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 14 Your...

Page 237: ...leaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 91 or higher You may also use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher but your vehicle s acceleration may be slightly reduced and you may...

Page 238: ...ired to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing your emission control system to work properly In most cases you should not have to add anything t...

Page 239: ...the use of such gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on If this...

Page 240: ...aterials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The...

Page 241: ...iagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 33 The CHECK GA...

Page 242: ...ill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Und...

Page 243: ...ft It is located under the front center of the hood toward the driver s side of the vehicle 3 After you have partially lifted the hood a gas strut will automatically take over to lift and hold the hoo...

Page 244: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2 2L L4 engine 2 4L L4 engine similar here is what you will see 5 12...

Page 245: ...Cooling System on page 5 25 I Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washer Fluid under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 30 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine...

Page 246: ...and Specifications on page 5 95 Notice Do not 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 d...

Page 247: ...rburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only thos...

Page 248: ...work properly you must reset the system every time the 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 SO...

Page 249: ...you the system has been reset 5 Turn the key to LOCK If the CHANGE OIL SOON message comes back on when you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the reset procedure What t...

Page 250: ...duled Maintenance on page 6 4 for more information If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the...

Page 251: ...for fluid loss If a leak occurs take your vehicle to the dealership service department and have it repaired as soon as possible Change the fluid and filter at the intervals listed in Additional Requir...

Page 252: ...n it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating on page 5 23 A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 3...

Page 253: ...engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat an...

Page 254: ...ou badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the CO...

Page 255: ...nt temperature warning light on your vehicle s instrument panel See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on page 3 32 for more information If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION Steam from an...

Page 256: ...In heavy traffic let the engine idle in NEUTRAL N while stopped If it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to PARK P or NEUTRAL N and let the engine idle 3 Turn on your heater to full hot at the...

Page 257: ...ric 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 If the coolant inside the c...

Page 258: ...ak fixed before you drive the vehicle If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fan is running If the engine is overheating the fan should be running...

Page 259: ...but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant on page 5 20 for more information If no coolant is visible in the coolant surge...

Page 260: ...crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains et...

Page 261: ...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 By this ti...

Page 262: ...page 5 12 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause th...

Page 263: ...ystem fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes and or clutch will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake clutch fluid Adding fluid will n...

Page 264: ...ey may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake clutch system parts For example just a few drops of mineral b...

Page 265: ...rakes are first applied or lightly 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 inspe...

Page 266: ...em 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 do not your brakes may no longer work properly For example if som...

Page 267: ...ION Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn you If you do not follo...

Page 268: ...covered by your warranty Always turn off your radio and other accessories when jump starting your vehicle 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigar...

Page 269: ...urt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle But if...

Page 270: ...ote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Do not let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now...

Page 271: ...minal GND B Good Battery or Remote Positive and Remote Negative Terminals C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect th...

Page 272: ...red as follows The vehicle should be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft 7 6 m from a light colored wall or other flat surface The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly level surface which is...

Page 273: ...with a 6 mm socket wrench To adjust the vertical aim on the headlamps do the following 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 5 11 for more information 2 Locate the aim dot on the lens of the low b...

Page 274: ...place directly on the headlamp This allows only the beam of light from the headlamp being adjusted to be seen on the flat surface 7 Locate the vertical headlamp aiming screws which are under the hood...

Page 275: ...ion contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the inst...

Page 276: ...wing 7 1 Disconnect the wiring harness from the bulb socket 7 2 Remove the black retainer by turning it counterclockwise 8 Turn the bulb socket for the headlamp front turn signal or parking lamp count...

Page 277: ...runk lid 3 Depress the plastic tabs to release the bulb assembly 4 Pull the bulb assembly down to access the bulbs 5 Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out 6 Install a new bulb 7 Align the tabs in...

Page 278: ...bulb straight out of the socket 6 Install a new bulb 7 Reverse Steps 2 through 4 to reinstall the taillamp assembly Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps Sedan To replace one of these bulb...

Page 279: ...Steps 1 through 6 to reinstall the taillamp assembly Back Up Lamps Coupe To replace a back up lamp bulb do the following 1 Remove the two screws from the face of the back up lamp 2 Pull the lamp strai...

Page 280: ...ent Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for more information on wiper blade inspection Replacement blades come in different types and...

Page 281: ...d have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident c...

Page 282: ...DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Iden...

Page 283: ...TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed t...

Page 284: ...e type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diamete...

Page 285: ...dentify the tire manufacturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle...

Page 286: ...which a tire can operate Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators...

Page 287: ...atch This label shows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is t...

Page 288: ...air until you reach the recommended amount If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve Re check the tire pressure with the tire gage Be sure to pu...

Page 289: ...use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 65 When It Is Time for New Tires...

Page 290: ...owed by an MS for mud and snow See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 5 50 for additional information The tire size 205 55R16 91 H used on some vehicles meets the General Motors Tire Performance Criteria...

Page 291: ...r vehicle Different Size Tires and Wheels If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires this may affect the way your vehicle performs including its...

Page 292: ...safety 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 con...

Page 293: ...ve loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefull...

Page 294: ...s lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel c...

Page 295: ...mage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle and do not spin your vehicle s wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the...

Page 296: ...and may require the same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to g...

Page 297: ...To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transaxle shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transaxle to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R CAUTION Continued CAUTION...

Page 298: ...ocks The following information will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you will need is located in the trunk Base Models 1 Open the trunk Se...

Page 299: ...ainer B that holds down the spare tire See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 78 4 Remove the spare tire C by placing your hands at the four and eight o clock positions Gently pull it up and out of the trun...

Page 300: ...Uplevel Models 1 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 2 10 for more information 2 Lift the trunk liner to access the spare tire and tools 5 68...

Page 301: ...emove the retainer A that holds down the jack wheel wrench B and spare tire C 4 Remove the spare tire by placing your hands at the four and eight o clock positions Gently pull it up and out of the tru...

Page 302: ...You will need to turn the plastic wheel nut counterclockwise to loosen the wheel wrench from the jack Press the button and then pull on the end of the wheel wrench to extend the handle 5 70...

Page 303: ...nut caps with the wheel wrench you can finish loosening them with your fingers The plastic nut caps do not come off 2 Using the flat end of the wheel wrench pry along the edge of the wheel cover until...

Page 304: ...until it fits firmly in the vehicle s frame where the notch is located nearest the flat tire 6 Put the compact spare tire near the flat tire CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is da...

Page 305: ...hich it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel att...

Page 306: ...an cause the wheel to come loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts...

Page 307: ...ut a wheel cover on your compact spare tire It will not fit Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing...

Page 308: ...A Cover B Retainer C Jack and Wheel Wrench D Stow Bolt Extension E Spare Tire F Bolt Base Model 5 76...

Page 309: ...A Cover B Retainer C Jack and Wheel Wrench D Stow Bolt Extension E Spare Tire F Foam Support G Bolt Uplevel Model 5 77...

Page 310: ...e jack and road wheel using the larger plastic retainer The compact spare tire is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare with a full size tire as soon as possible Compact Spare Tire Although...

Page 311: ...pare Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Your vehicle s interior will continue to look its best if it is cleaned often Although not always visible dust and dirt can accumulate on your...

Page 312: ...y be removed from small buttons and knobs using a small brush with soft bristles Your GM dealer has a product for cleaning your vehicle s glass Should it become necessary you can also obtain a product...

Page 313: ...with water or club soda 2 Wring the cloth to remove excess moisture 3 Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center Continue cleaning using a clean area of the cloth each tim...

Page 314: ...n alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Some commercial products may increase gloss on your instrument panel The increase in gloss may cause annoying reflections in the...

Page 315: ...oft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle on page 5 83 Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle by hand m...

Page 316: ...rinse the blade with water Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary replace blades that look worn Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels Your vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum or chrome...

Page 317: ...t uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes Do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these...

Page 318: ...osion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loos...

Page 319: ...s and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light s...

Page 320: ...el You will find this label in the trunk on the driver side near the spare tire cover It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label you will find the following VIN Model designation...

Page 321: ...akers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by ele...

Page 322: ...loor console fuse block is located on the passenger s side of the floor console under the instrument panel To access the fuse block remove the panel on the side of the console Fuses Usage 1 Fuse Pulle...

Page 323: ...16 Climate Control System Cluster 17 Empty 18 Empty 19 Electric Power Steering Steering Wheel Control Fuses Usage 20 Sunroof 21 Spare 22 Empty 23 Audio System 24 Sensing and Diagnostic Module Airbag...

Page 324: ...engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver s side of the vehicle Lift off the cover to check the fuses See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location 2 2L En...

Page 325: ...Passenger s Side Low Beam LH LO BEAM Driver s Side Low Beam Blank Not Used FUEL PMP Fuel Pump Fuses Usage EMISN Emissions Blank Not Used INJ Injectors Blank Not Used ABS Anti lock Brake System PCM ECM...

Page 326: ...garette Lighter MIR S Mirrors HTD SEATS Heated Seats CNSTR VENT Canister Vent Relays Usage RDFG Rear Defogger COOL FAN2 Cooling Fan 2 WPR2 Windshield Wiper 2 CRNK Starter COOL FAN1 Cooling Fan 1 FUEL...

Page 327: ...Oil with Filter 2 2L L4 and 2 4L L4 Engines 5 0 qt 4 7 L Fuel Tank 13 0 gal 49 5 L Transaxle Automatic Complete Drain and Refill 7 0 qt 6 6 L Transaxle Manual Complete Drain and Refill 1 7 qt 1 6 L Wh...

Page 328: ...NOTES 5 96...

Page 329: ...ule 6 3 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 At Each Fuel Fill 6 8 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 9 Reco...

Page 330: ...ry to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenanc...

Page 331: ...d fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 5 5 The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 should be performed when indicated See Additional Required Services on page 6 6 and Maintenance Footnotes on pa...

Page 332: ...eset the system If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally you must service your vehicle within 3 000 miles 5 000 km since your last service Remember to reset the oil life system wheneve...

Page 333: ...ire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 56 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 6 9 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and a...

Page 334: ...00 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 Change automatic...

Page 335: ...r cracking Replace wiper blades that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield e Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors...

Page 336: ...the filter at each engine oil change l If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often m Visually inspect belt for fraying excessive cracks or obvious dama...

Page 337: ...necessary rotate the tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 56 At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the veh...

Page 338: ...out of PARK P your vehicle needs service Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition to LOCK in each shift lever position With an automatic trans...

Page 339: ...ean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name part number or specification may be obtained from your...

Page 340: ...cant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Clutch Linkage Pivot Points Engine Oil Chassis Lubrication Chassi...

Page 341: ...Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 21999324 A2956C Engine Oil Filter 12579143 PF456G Spark Plugs 12599232 Passenger s Compartment A...

Page 342: ...ces performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 8 can be added on the following record pages You should...

Page 343: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 15...

Page 344: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 16...

Page 345: ...de Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 9 Collision Damage Repair 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects 7 13 Reporting Safety Defects to the Un...

Page 346: ...tomer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have...

Page 347: ...22203 1838 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the...

Page 348: ...o the addresses below United States Customer Assistance Pontiac Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 www Pontiac com 1 800 762 2737 or 1 800 833 7668 For Text Telephone devic...

Page 349: ...gram This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair...

Page 350: ...nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle disabling accident Assistance provided when the vehicle is mired in sand mud or snow Flat Tire Change Installation of a spare tire...

Page 351: ...hip experience we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to customers in co...

Page 352: ...nge transportation through a friend or relative reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available up to a five day maximum Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by origi...

Page 353: ...hicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle like other modern motor vehicles has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle s pe...

Page 354: ...stores the data If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar please check the OnStar subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection Collision Damage Repair...

Page 355: ...d technicians and state of the art equipment or be able to recommend a collision repair center that has GM trained technicians and comparable equipment Insuring Your Vehicle Protect your investment in...

Page 356: ...includes your insurance information and registration if you keep these items in your vehicle Gather the important information you will need from the other driver Things like name address phone number...

Page 357: ...u are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company s collision policy repair limits as you have no contractual limits with that company In such cases you can have control...

Page 358: ...Please call us at 1 800 762 2737 or write Pontiac Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write Ge...

Page 359: ...Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications...

Page 360: ...NOTES 7 16...

Page 361: ...a XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 74 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 4 7 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 31 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 84 Care of Safety Belts 5 82 Chemic...

Page 362: ...eplacement Bulbs 5 48 Bulb Replacement cont Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps 5 46 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 46 Buying New Tires 5 58 C California Fuel 5 6 California Propositi...

Page 363: ...3 21 Clutch Hydraulic 5 20 Collision Damage Repair 7 10 Comfort Guides Rear Safety Belt 1 26 Compact Spare Tire 5 78 Content Theft Deterrent 2 14 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Convenience Net 2 38 Coolant...

Page 364: ...Night 4 16 City 4 20 Defensive 4 2 Drunken 4 3 Freeway 4 21 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 23 Driving cont In Rain and on Wet Roads 4 18 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 4 30 Winter 4 25 E Easy Entry Sea...

Page 365: ...r 5 30 Fog Lamp Light 3 37 Fog Lamps 3 15 Folding Rear Seat 1 9 Fuel 5 5 Additives 5 6 California Fuel 5 6 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 5 10 Fuel cont Filling Your Tank 5 8 Fuels in Foreign Count...

Page 366: ...ht 3 37 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 23 Hood Checking Things Under 5 10 Release 5 11 Horn 3 6 How to Use This Manual ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 15 Hydraulic Clutch 5 20...

Page 367: ...Automatic Door Lock 2 9 Delayed Locking 2 8 Door 2 7 Lockout Protection 2 10 Power Door 2 8 Locks cont Programmable Automatic Door Unlock 2 9 Rear Door Security Locks 2 9 Loss of Control 4 15 Lumbar M...

Page 368: ...re Light 3 36 Oil Engine Oil Life System 5 16 Older Children Restraints 1 29 Online Owner Center 7 3 OnStar System see OnStar Manual 2 36 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Outlet Adjustment 3 21 Outlet s Acce...

Page 369: ...ing Seatbacks 1 4 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 11 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 36 Remote Keyless Entry System 2 3 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation 2 4 Removing the Flat Tire and Installin...

Page 370: ...ear Seat Position 1 46 Right Front Seat Position 1 48 Security Light 3 36 Service 5 3 Accessories and Modifications 5 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 4 California Proposition 65 Wa...

Page 371: ...s Flat 5 64 Tires cont Inflation Tire Pressure 5 55 Inspection and Rotation 5 56 Installing the Spare Tire 5 71 Removing the Flat Tire 5 71 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 66 Storing a Flat or Spa...

Page 372: ...ages and Indicators 3 23 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages 3 40 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Warnings cont Other Warning Devices 3 6 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Wheels Alignment and Tire...

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