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Pontiac 2008 G5, Owner'S Manual

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Traction Control Operation

Traction control limits wheel spin by reducing engine
power to the wheels (engine speed management)
and by applying brakes to each individual wheel
(brake-traction control) as necessary.

The traction control system is enabled automatically
when you start your vehicle, and it will activate and flash
the ESC/TCS light and display the LOW TRACTION
message if it senses that any of the wheels are spinning
or beginning to lose traction while driving. For more
information on the LOW TRACTION message,
see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-42.

Notice: If you allow the wheel(s) of one axle to spin
excessively while the ESC/TCS, ABS and Brake
warning lights and the SERVICE ESC and/or
SERVICE TRACTION messages are displayed, you
could damage the differential. The repairs would not
be covered by your warranty. Reduce engine power
and do not spin the wheel(s) excessively while these
lights and this message are displayed.

Notice: When traction control is turned off, or
Competitive Driving Mode is active, it is possible to
lose traction. If you attempt to shift with the front
wheels spinning with a loss of traction, it is possible
to cause damage to the transmission. Do not
attempt to shift when the front wheels do not have
traction. Damage caused by misuse of the vehicle is
not covered. See your warranty book for additional
information.

The traction control system may activate on dry or
rough roads or under conditions such as heavy
acceleration while turning or abrupt upshifts/downshifts
of the transmission. When this happens, you may notice
a reduction in acceleration, or may hear a noise or
vibration. This is normal.

If your vehicle is in cruise control while the system
activates, the ESC/TCS light flashes and the cruise
control automatically disengages. When road conditions
allow you to use cruise control again, you may
re-engage the cruise control. See Cruise Control on
page 3-10.

Adding non-dealer/non-retailer accessories can affect
your vehicle’s performance. See Accessories and
Modifications on page 5-3 for more information.

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Summary of Contents for 2008 G5

Page 1: ...25 Driver Information Center DIC 3 42 Audio System s 3 55 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 30 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking...

Page 2: ...icle may not have all of them For example more than one entertainment system may be offered or your vehicle may have been ordered without a front passenger or rear seats Keep this manual in the vehicl...

Page 3: ...the page number where it can be found Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book A box with the word CAUTION is used to tell about things that could hurt you or ot...

Page 4: ...The notice tells what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words There are also warning labels on th...

Page 5: ...36 Where to Put the Restraint 1 38 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 39 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 45 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Positio...

Page 6: ...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 7: ...til 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 On vehicles with this feature the knob is located on th...

Page 8: ...he center to turn off the heated seat If your vehicle has been turned off the last heated seat setting will be retained when the vehicle is started again Reclining Seatbacks CAUTION You can lose contr...

Page 9: ...the seatback to the desired position then release the lever to lock the seatback in place 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked To return the seatback to an upright position do th...

Page 10: ...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 11: ...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 12: ...rson 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 followi...

Page 13: ...n from inside the vehicle To raise the rear seatback lift it up and push rearward until you hear a click Push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked into place CAUTION If the seatback is not...

Page 14: ...de of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats an...

Page 15: ...n vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot 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 jus...

Page 16: ...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 12...

Page 17: ...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 18: ...lts not instead of them Whether or not an airbag is provided all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection That is true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and oth...

Page 19: ...ut of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts First before you or your passenger s wear a safety belt there is important information you should kn...

Page 20: ...o loose It will not give 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 The sho...

Page 21: ...tection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose In a crash you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal in...

Page 22: ...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 on the pelvic bones This could cause se...

Page 23: ...red if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen not on the pelvic bones and...

Page 24: ...houlder 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 force to the ribs which are not a...

Page 25: ...sh you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury You might also slide under the lap belt The belt force would then...

Page 26: ...ss 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 work...

Page 27: ...not twisted 2 Adjust the seat if the seat is adjustable so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted T...

Page 28: ...belt quickly if necessary 5 If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster move it to the height that is right for you Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the...

Page 29: ...at 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 Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce...

Page 30: ...ctivate in a crash you will need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1 67 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guide...

Page 31: ...he 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 cord must be under the belt and the guide on...

Page 32: ...4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described previously in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guide squeeze the belt edge...

Page 33: ...gnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety b...

Page 34: ...ontinue If no return to the booster seat Buckle the lap shoulder belt Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder If yes continue If no try using the rear safety belt comfort guide See Rear Safety Bel...

Page 35: ...crash Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 1 23 According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positi...

Page 36: ...child could also move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle...

Page 37: ...estrained properly can strike other people or can be thrown out of the vehicle In addition young children should not use the vehicle s adult safety belts alone they need to use a child restraint CAUTI...

Page 38: ...le in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the m...

Page 39: ...should always be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A young chi...

Page 40: ...olds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat B provides restraint for the child s body with the harness A booster seat C D is...

Page 41: ...restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle When securing an add on child restraint refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or...

Page 42: ...front passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy...

Page 43: ...ust 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 the top tether and anchor In order to use the LATC...

Page 44: ...ither will have a single attachment B to secure the top tether to the anchor Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others requ...

Page 45: ...n the rear seatback filler panel Open the cover to access the anchor Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed D...

Page 46: ...e s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual CAUTION Each top tether anchor and lower anchor in the vehicl...

Page 47: ...may cause damage to the safety belt or the seat When removing the child restraint always remember to return the safety belts to their normal stowed position before folding the rear seat 1 Attach and t...

Page 48: ...adrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether...

Page 49: ...the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top...

Page 50: ...he buckle until it clicks Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the r...

Page 51: ...r follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 39 for more information 7 Push and pull the chil...

Page 52: ...child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close...

Page 53: ...me with the child restraint 1 Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward facing child restraint When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s fr...

Page 54: ...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 to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 8...

Page 55: ...he vehicle and check with your dealer retailer To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way If your seat has a safety belt guide insert the safety be...

Page 56: ...chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Airbags are supplemental restraints to the safety belts All airbags are designed to work with safety belts but do not replace them...

Page 57: ...oor or side windows in seating positions with roof rail airbags CAUTION Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle...

Page 58: ...Where Are the Airbags The driver s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 54...

Page 59: ...ng severe 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 o...

Page 60: ...ow quickly your vehicle slows down Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds For example If the vehicle hits a stationary object the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than i...

Page 61: ...ear impacts A roof rail airbag is intended to deploy on the side of the vehicle that is struck In any particular crash no one can say whether an airbag should have inflated simply because of the damag...

Page 62: ...an Airbag Inflate on page 1 56 for more information Airbags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates After the frontal air...

Page 63: ...off by using the controls for those features In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the ri...

Page 64: ...driver s airbags are not part of the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger s seat and safety belt The sensors are designed...

Page 65: ...ack as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag if The right front passenger...

Page 66: ...ssenger s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the right front passenger s seat When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbag to be en...

Page 67: ...This may unintentionally cause the passenger sensing system to turn the airbag s off for some adult size occupants If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again CAUTION If the...

Page 68: ...proper operation of the passenger sensing system Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the airbag system in several places around...

Page 69: ...an aftermarket seat heater or a comfort enhancing pad or device installed under or on top of the seat fabric could also interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing system This could either p...

Page 70: ...safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3 28 for more information Keep safety belts clean and dry See Care of Safety Belts on page 5 89 Airbags The airbag system does...

Page 71: ...blies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer retailer to have your safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced If your vehicle has the LATCH system and it w...

Page 72: ...NOTES 1 68...

Page 73: ...itions 2 21 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 24 Starting the Engine 2 24 Engine Coolant Heater 2 26 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 27 Manual Transmission Operation 2 30 Parking Brake 2 32 Shifting I...

Page 74: ...caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children The key can be used for the ignition and all locks The key has a bar coded key tag that the dealer retailer or...

Page 75: ...including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equip...

Page 76: ...lock feedback can be programmed to have the horn chirp and or the turn signals flash when the RKE transmitter is used to lock the vehicle s doors See LOCK HORN and LIGHT FLASH under DIC Vehicle Person...

Page 77: ...vehicle shift lever is in PARK P if your vehicle has an automatic transmission L Vehicle Locator Panic Alarm Press L to locate your vehicle The horn will sound three times and the headlamps and turn...

Page 78: ...e Start Your vehicle may have a remote start feature This feature allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle It may also start the vehicle s heating or air conditioning systems When you s...

Page 79: ...utton will be on the RKE transmitter if you have remote start To start the vehicle using the remote start feature do the following 1 Aim the transmitter at the vehicle 2 Press and release the transmit...

Page 80: ...second 10 minute time frame will start The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if any of the follow occur The remote start system is disabled through the DIC The vehicle s key is in the ign...

Page 81: ...come by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow d...

Page 82: ...g 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 83: ...med through the Driver Information Center DIC to automatically unlock several ways See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 50 for more information Rear Door Security Locks Sedan Your vehicle has rea...

Page 84: ...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 85: ...less 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...

Page 86: ...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 87: ...ed or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave keys in a vehicle with children When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional oper...

Page 88: ...ent the rear passengers from using their window switches The driver can still control all the windows with the lockout on Press the switch to the left to return to normal window operation A red bar on...

Page 89: ...that arming has been initiated Once the system is armed the security light will flash once every three seconds If the security light is flashing twice per second this means that a door is open If you...

Page 90: ...r trunk release buttons on the remote keyless transmitter it means that the content theft security system alarm was previously activated PASS Key III The PASS Key III system operates on a radio freque...

Page 91: ...ers on page 5 97 If the engine still does not start with the other key your vehicle needs service If your vehicle does start the first key may be faulty See your dealer retailer who can service the PA...

Page 92: ...activates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Notice Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the l...

Page 93: ...ignition is turned to LOCK OFF If the steering wheel is locked move it from right to left and turn the key to ACC ACCESSORY If none of this works then your vehicle needs service If you have an automa...

Page 94: ...lease the key The ignition switch will return to ON RUN for normal driving A warning tone will sound if you open the driver s door while in LOCK OFF or ACC ACCESSORY when the key has not been removed...

Page 95: ...key removal in case of a dead battery or low voltage battery 1 Make sure the shift lever is in PARK P 2 Remove the cover from the bottom of the steering column 3 Locate the plunger 4 Press and hold t...

Page 96: ...tarting the Engine Place the transmission in the proper gear Automatic Transmission Move the shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N The engine will not start in any other position this is a safety feature...

Page 97: ...to the START position immediately after cranking has ended can overheat and damage the cranking motor and drain the battery Wait at least 15 seconds between each try to let the cranking motor cool dow...

Page 98: ...volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into 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...

Page 99: ...ss you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always se...

Page 100: ...maging your transmission see If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 24 NEUTRAL N In this position your engine does not connect with the wheels To restart when you are already movin...

Page 101: ...If constant upshifting or downshifting occurs while driving up steep hills this position can be used to prevent repetitive types of shifts You might choose INTERMEDIATE I instead of DRIVE D when drivi...

Page 102: ...ss the 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 s...

Page 103: ...shift light This light will show you when to shift to the next higher gear for the best fuel economy When this light comes on you can shift to the next higher gear if weather road and traffic conditio...

Page 104: ...ever up until you can press the release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down If you forget to release your parking brake a chime will sound and the PARKING BR...

Page 105: ...u are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer Manual Transmission on page 4 32 or Towing a Trailer Automatic Transmission on page 4 32 To shift into PARK P do the following 1 Hold the brake pedal down...

Page 106: ...away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock Automatic Transmission If you are parking on a hill and you...

Page 107: ...page 5 34 for more information To shift out of PARK P 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 o...

Page 108: ...nsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if The exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was dam...

Page 109: ...rd See Winter Driving on page 4 20 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 leave...

Page 110: ...s behind you Push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use There are also OnStar buttons located at the bottom of the mirror face See your dealer retailer for more information on...

Page 111: ...or 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 car was...

Page 112: ...hicle s OnStar Subscriber glove box literature For more information visit onstar com or onstar ca contact OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or TTY 1 877 248 2080 or press the OnStar button to sp...

Page 113: ...bscribers to make and receive calls using voice commands Hands Free Calling is fully integrated into the vehicle and can be used with OnStar Pre Paid Minute Packages Hands Free Calling may also be lin...

Page 114: ...When you use the Virtual Advisor feature of OnStar Hands Free Calling your vehicle also sends OnStar your GPS location so that we can provide you with location based services OnStar service cannot wo...

Page 115: ...are two cupholders located at the front of the center console in front of the shift lever There are also cupholders for the rear seat passengers located at the rear of the center console Center Conso...

Page 116: ...the vent position Press and hold the switch rearward a second time to open the sunroof If the sunshade is closed it will open automatically when the sunroof is opened To close the sunroof press the s...

Page 117: ...Lighter 3 19 Climate Controls 3 19 Climate Control System 3 19 Outlet Adjustment 3 22 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 3 23 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 25 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 26 Spee...

Page 118: ...ehicle Personalization 3 50 Audio System s 3 55 Setting the Clock 3 56 Radio s 3 59 Using an MP3 3 69 XM Radio Messages 3 74 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 75 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 76 Radio Recep...

Page 119: ...NOTES 3 3...

Page 120: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4...

Page 121: ...mp Button If Equipped See Fog Lamps on page 3 16 K Trunk Release See Trunk on page 2 12 L Instrument Panel Brightness Control See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 16 M Driver Information Control...

Page 122: ...panel Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press again to turn the flashers completely off The hazard warning flashers work even if the key is not in the ign...

Page 123: ...column To tilt the wheel pull down the lever Then move the wheel to a comfortable position pull up the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of t...

Page 124: ...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 125: ...bars increasing in size from bottom to top that indicate the frequency of the wipes Smaller bars mean the wipers movement is less frequent Larger bars mean the movement is more frequent 6 Low Speed Mo...

Page 126: ...warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision When the button is released the washers stop but the wipers continue to wipe about three times or resume the previ...

Page 127: ...ess this button to turn the cruise control system on and off RES Resume Press this button to resume a set speed and to accelerate the speed SET Set Press this button to set a speed and to decrease the...

Page 128: ...lready engaged press the RES part of the button Hold it there until you get up to the speed desired and then release the button To increase the vehicle speed in very small amounts press the RES part o...

Page 129: ...pplying the brake will turn off the cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and do not use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to end cruise con...

Page 130: ...r the Wiper Activated Headlamps to be activated See Wiper Activated Headlamps on page 3 14 P Off On When operating in AUTO a momentary turn of the switch to Off On will turn the Automatic Headlamp Sys...

Page 131: ...e has a light sensor on top of the instrument panel Make sure it is not covered or the headlamps will come on when you do not need them The DRL system will make the headlamps come on at reduced intens...

Page 132: ...will turn off while the high beam headlamps are turned on Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps Instrument Panel Brightness The control for this featu...

Page 133: ...ge is lowered slightly to prevent overcharging If the vehicle has a voltmeter gage or voltage display on the Driver Information Center DIC you may see the voltage move up or down This is normal If the...

Page 134: ...use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum amperage rating of 20 amperes Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown...

Page 135: ...ing element or a fuse could be blown Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating Do not use equipment exceeding maximum amperage rating of 15 amperes To clean the center console ashtray rem...

Page 136: ...ss this button to prevent outside air and odors from entering the vehicle or to help heat or cool the air inside the vehicle more quickly An indicator light above the button will come on in this mode...

Page 137: ...n be minimized if the climate control system is used properly There are two modes to clear fog or frost from the windshield and side windows When either the defrost or defog mode is selected the syste...

Page 138: ...also be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning off the engine Notice Do not use anything sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and t...

Page 139: ...should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for replacement intervals See your dealer retailer for details on changing the filter To find out what...

Page 140: ...of 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 pointin...

Page 141: ...ning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they are working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when th...

Page 142: ...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 to drive safely and economically United States...

Page 143: ...out the vehicle running Simply open the driver s door and the mileage will be displayed briefly If your vehicle ever needs a new odometer installed the new one will be set to the correct mileage total...

Page 144: ...motion If the driver s belt is already buckled neither the chime nor the light will come on Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light If your vehicle has this light several seconds after the engine is star...

Page 145: ...start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your airbag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your v...

Page 146: ...assenger s frontal airbag If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger s frontal airbag is enabled may inflate CAUTION If the...

Page 147: ...ssenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 60 for more on this including important safety information If after several seconds both status indicator lights remain on or if there a...

Page 148: ...ngs and Messages on page 3 44 for more information This light could indicate that there are problems with a generator drive belt or that there is an electrical problem Have it checked right away If yo...

Page 149: ...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 comes on while you are driving pull off t...

Page 150: ...Driver Information Center DIC see DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 44 for all brake related DIC messages Enhanced Traction System Indicator Warning Light For vehicles with the Enhanced Traction Sys...

Page 151: ...ine which feature s is no longer functioning and whether it is because of the driver turning off the feature s or the system may not be working properly and your vehicle requires service If the TCS is...

Page 152: ...e warning light on This light will also come on briefly when starting your vehicle If it does not have your vehicle serviced Tire Pressure Light Your vehicle has a tire pressure light This light comes...

Page 153: ...ystem before any problem is apparent This can prevent more serious damage to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction Notice...

Page 154: ...the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park the vehicle Turn the ignition off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains...

Page 155: ...Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or might begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this i...

Page 156: ...ine oil This light will come on briefly when you start your engine as a check to be sure it works If it does not have your vehicle serviced If the light comes on and stays on it means that oil is not...

Page 157: ...gage At the service station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank wa...

Page 158: ...the personalization menu See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3 50 for more information DIC Operation and Displays The DIC comes on when the ignition is on The DIC has different modes which can be...

Page 159: ...nformation button until MPG L 100 KM AVG displays This mode shows how many miles per gallon mpg or liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km your vehicle is getting based on current and past driving conditio...

Page 160: ...a Press the information button until LF PSI kPa RF displays for the front tires Press the information button again until LR PSI kPa RR displays for the rear tires If a low tire pressure condition is d...

Page 161: ...when the pressure in one or more of the vehicle s tires needs to be checked If a tire pressure message appears on the DIC stop as soon as you can Have the tire pressures checked and set to those shown...

Page 162: ...d conditions may exist when this message is displayed so adjust your driving accordingly This message may stay on for a few seconds after ESC stops assisting you with directional control of the vehicl...

Page 163: ...ore information LOW TRACTION If your vehicle has the Enhanced Traction System ETS or Traction Control System TCS this message displays and the ETS light or the ESC TCS light on the instrument panel cl...

Page 164: ...p carefully Try resetting the system by turning the ignition off and then back on If this message still stays on or turns back on again while you are driving your vehicle needs service Have the ESC in...

Page 165: ...after rotating the tires or after replacing a tire or sensor See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 62 Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5 56 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 55 for more i...

Page 166: ...information button to scroll through the available personalization menu modes Press the reset button to scroll through the available settings for each mode If you do not make a selection within ten s...

Page 167: ...ON default The remote start feature will be enabled See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 6 for more information To select a setting and move on to the next feature press the information button while the...

Page 168: ...layed on the DIC LIGHT FLASH If your vehicle has Remote Keyless Entry RKE this feature which allows the vehicle s exterior hazard turn signal lighting to flash every time the lock unlock or trunk rele...

Page 169: ...formation button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC AUTO UNLK Unlock This feature which allows the vehicle to automatically unlock certain doors can be enabled or disabled When AUTO UNL...

Page 170: ...tton while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC EXT Exterior LIGHTS If your vehicle has Remote Keyless Entry RKE this feature which allows the vehicle s exterior perimeter lighting to turn on e...

Page 171: ...l be exited when any of the following conditions occur A ten second time period has elapsed The ignition is turned off The end of the personalization menu list is reached Audio System s Determine whic...

Page 172: ...ration of sound equipment that has been added Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off See Retained...

Page 173: ...n located under any one of the labels that you want to change Every time the pushbutton is pressed again the time or the date if selected increases by one Another way to increase the time or date is t...

Page 174: ...display To see the date press the MENU button and then the H button while the radio is on The date with display times out after a few seconds and goes back to the normal radio and time display To cha...

Page 175: ...Radio s Radio with CD Base Radio with CD MP3 shown Radio with Six Disc CD MP3 similar 3 59...

Page 176: ...d wind noise as the vehicle s speed changes while driving so that the volume level is consistent To activate SCV 1 Set the radio volume to the desired level 2 Press the MENU button to display the radi...

Page 177: ...select FM1 FM2 or AM 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons for three seconds until a beep sounds When that pushbutton is pressed and released the station t...

Page 178: ...of numbered pages Setting the Tone Bass Treble Radio with CD Base Only BASS TREB Bass Treble To adjust the bass or treble press the f knob until the desired tone control label displays Turn the f kno...

Page 179: ...sired speaker control label displays Turn the f knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the setting Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL FADE Balance Fade To adjust balance or fade press the f...

Page 180: ...o the next XM station within the selected category 4 To exit the category search mode press the FAV button or BAND button to display your favorites again Undesired XM categories can be removed through...

Page 181: ...en you are not in your vehicle A service fee is required to receive the XM service For more information contact XM at www xmradio com or call 1 800 929 2100 in the U S and www xmradio ca or call 1 877...

Page 182: ...mild neutral detergent solution mixed with water and clean it Make sure the wiping process starts from the center to the edge If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD Care of Your CD Player...

Page 183: ...r The random icon displays 2 Press again to turn off random play The random icon disappears from the display To use random on the Radio with CD MP3 or the Radio with Six Disc player do one of the foll...

Page 184: ...aying an MP3 CD R or CD RW disc For more information on how to play an MP3 CD R or CD RW disc see Using an MP3 on page 3 69 later in this section CD Messages CHECK DISC If an error message displays an...

Page 185: ...djustments might need to be made from the portable device BAND Press to listen to the radio while a portable audio device is playing The portable audio device continues to play so you might want to st...

Page 186: ...he length of the file folder or playlist names Long file folder or playlist names or a combination of a large number of files and folders or playlists can cause the player to be unable to play up to t...

Page 187: ...folder down and the folder up buttons search playlists Px first and then goes to the root folder When the radio displays the name of the folder the radio displays ROOT Order of Play Tracks recorded t...

Page 188: ...ting Disc displays Once the disc is ejected Remove Disc displays The CD R or CD RW can be removed If the CD R or CD RW is not removed after several seconds the CD R or CD RW automatically pulls back i...

Page 189: ...P3 files recorded to the CD R or CD RW The radio can begin playing while it is scanning the disc in the background When the scan is finished the CD R or CD RW begins playing again Once the disc has be...

Page 190: ...location that is blocking the XM signal When you move into an open area the signal should return Loading XM The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This m...

Page 191: ...er fault Consult with your dealer retailer Check XM Receivr If this message does not clear within a short period of time the receiver could have a fault Consult with your dealer retailer XM Not Availa...

Page 192: ...his button to silence the system Press this button again to turn the sound on If your vehicle has OnStar press and hold this button for two seconds to activate voice on the OnStar system See the OnSta...

Page 193: ...e bridges garages or through tunnels could cause loss of the XM signal for a period of time The radio may display NO XM SIGNAL to indicate interference Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can wi...

Page 194: ...NOTES 3 78...

Page 195: ...15 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 15 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 17 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 18 Highway Hypnosis 4 18 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 19 Winter Driving 4...

Page 196: ...ction can cause collisions resulting in injury or possible death These simple defensive driving techniques could save your life Drunk Driving CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your r...

Page 197: ...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 person s chance of...

Page 198: ...f the road whether it is wet dry or icy tire tread the condition of the brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts...

Page 199: ...If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel ABS can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to m...

Page 200: ...king the wheels If you hear or feel the wheels sliding ease off the brake pedal This will help you retain steering control If you do have ABS it is different See Antilock Brake System ABS on page 4 5...

Page 201: ...vehicle To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should always leave the system enabled You can turn TCS off if you ever need to It is recommended to leave the system on for nor...

Page 202: ...displayed Notice When traction control is turned off or Competitive Driving Mode is active it is possible to lose traction If you attempt to shift with the front wheels spinning with a loss of tracti...

Page 203: ...ccordingly If your vehicle is in cruise control when the ETS begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may re...

Page 204: ...limiting wheel spin when you shift to LOW L or REVERSE R to turn the system off the indicator warning light will come on in LOW L But the system won t turn off right away It will wait until there s n...

Page 205: ...n Center See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 44 This light also flashes on the instrument panel cluster when the ESC system is on and activated You may also hear a noise or feel vibration in the b...

Page 206: ...ary to turn off the system when driving in extreme off road conditions where high wheel spin is required See If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 24 ESC may also turn off automat...

Page 207: ...peed While you are in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly apply the brakes Both control systems steering and braking have t...

Page 208: ...ery well in emergencies like these First apply the brakes but unless you have antilock brakes not enough to lock the wheels See Braking on page 4 4 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from...

Page 209: ...passing we suggest the following tips Look down the road to the sides and to crossroads for situations that might affect a successful pass If in doubt wait Watch for traffic signs pavement markings an...

Page 210: ...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 or other material is on the road...

Page 211: ...ferences increase A 50 year old driver might need at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle tr...

Page 212: ...48 Before Leaving on a Long Trip To prepare your vehicle for a long trip consider having it serviced by your dealer retailer before departing Things to check on your own include Windshield Washer Flui...

Page 213: ...assist the brakes on a steep downhill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous The brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down and they could get so...

Page 214: ...in your vehicle Also see Tires on page 5 48 Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where the tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between the...

Page 215: ...n dry pavement Without ABS if you feel your vehicle begin to slide let up on the brakes a little Push the brake pedal down steadily to get the most traction you can Remember unless your vehicle has AB...

Page 216: ...lp and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on the hazard warning 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...

Page 217: ...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 218: ...m h as shown on the speedometer For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 5 70 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out First turn the steering wheel left and right to...

Page 219: ...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 220: ...ed 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 th...

Page 221: ...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 222: ...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 223: ...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 224: ...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 225: ...icle is being towed remove the following fuse from the floor console fuse block 8 Ignition Switch PASS Key III See Floor Console Fuse Block on page 5 97 for more information Remember to reinstall the...

Page 226: ...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 res...

Page 227: ...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 s...

Page 228: ...e 7 5 for more information Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle The Gross Vehicl...

Page 229: ...when you remove the hitch If you do not seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle See Engine Exhaust on page 2 36 Dirt and water can also enter the vehicle Safet...

Page 230: ...is 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 working Followi...

Page 231: ...d you are seeing your signal when they are not It is important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving on Grades Notice Do not tow on steep continuous grades excee...

Page 232: ...shift into PARK P for an automatic transmission or into gear for a manual transmission When parking uphill turn your wheels away from the curb When parking downhill turn your wheels into the curb 2 Ha...

Page 233: ...See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid do not overfill engine oil drive belt cooling system a...

Page 234: ...NOTES 4 40...

Page 235: ...sion Fluid 5 19 Hydraulic Clutch 5 19 Engine Coolant 5 19 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 22 Engine Overheating 5 22 Cooling System 5 24 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 29 Brakes 5 30 Battery 5 33 Jump St...

Page 236: ...of Safety Belts 5 89 Weatherstrips 5 89 Washing Your Vehicle 5 89 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 90 Finish Care 5 90 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 91 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels and Trim 5 92...

Page 237: ...vered by warranty GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on your vehicle Your GM dealer retailer can accessorize your vehicle using genuine GM Accessories When you g...

Page 238: ...empt any vehicle maintenance task CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confused If you use the wrong...

Page 239: ...regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher If the octane rating is less than 87 you might notice an audible knocking noise when you drive commonly referred to as spark knoc...

Page 240: ...determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used repairs might not be covered by your warranty Additives To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to...

Page 241: ...such gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system could be affected The malfunction indicator lamp might turn on If this occurs...

Page 242: ...way from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle This is against the law in some places Do not re enter the vehicle while pumping fuel Keep children away from the fuel p...

Page 243: ...ostic 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 37 The CHECK GAS CA...

Page 244: ...h the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping fuel Do not use a cellular phone while pumping fuel C...

Page 245: ...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 246: ...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 247: ...Cooling System on page 5 24 I Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washer Fluid under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 29 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine...

Page 248: ...ons on page 5 102 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged See Engine...

Page 249: ...bol Oils meeting these requirements should have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Look for this inform...

Page 250: ...possible within the next 600 miles 1 000 km It is possible that if you are driving under the best conditions the oil life system might not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year Howe...

Page 251: ...warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal Never dispose of...

Page 252: ...filter off Notice If the air cleaner filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in plac...

Page 253: ...esigned to remain in your vehicle for five years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOL extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to...

Page 254: ...ter and DEX COOL coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixtu...

Page 255: ...If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the coolant surge tank but only when the engine is cool If the coolant surge tank is empty a special fill procedure is necessary Se...

Page 256: ...formation If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from i...

Page 257: ...e idle in NEUTRAL N for automatic transmission or NEUTRAL for manual transmission 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...

Page 258: ...ure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be par...

Page 259: ...ee if the electric engine cooling fan is running If the engine is overheating the fan should be running If it is not your vehicle needs service Notice Engine damage from running the engine without coo...

Page 260: ...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 19 for more information If no coolant is visible in the coolant surge...

Page 261: ...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 eth...

Page 262: ...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 time th...

Page 263: ...r 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 the solution to...

Page 264: ...and or clutch hydraulic system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later the brakes and or clutch will not work well It is not a good idea to top off the brake clutch fluid Adding fluid will not...

Page 265: ...ell This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake or clutch hydraulic system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil su...

Page 266: ...applied This does not mean something is wrong with the brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly ti...

Page 267: ...he braking system for example when the brake linings wear down and you need new ones put in be sure you get new approved replacement parts If you do not the brakes might not work properly For example...

Page 268: ...icle remove the black negative cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger This will help maintain the charge of the battery over an extended period of time Jump Starting If your vehicle s...

Page 269: ...do not want You would not be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking brake firmly on both...

Page 270: ...The remote positive terminal is located under a red tethered cap on the engine compartment fuse block Lift the cap to access the terminal The remote negative ground terminal marked GND is located beh...

Page 271: ...njure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles c...

Page 272: ...ocation on the vehicle with the dead battery Your vehicle has a remote negative terminal marked GND 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the ve...

Page 273: ...dlamp aim may be affected and adjustment may be necessary If oncoming vehicles flash their high beams at you this may also mean the vertical aim needs to be adjusted It is recommended that the vehicle...

Page 274: ...easure from the ground upward A to the recorded distance from Step 3 and mark it 5 Draw or tape a horizontal line B on the wall the width of the vehicle at the height of the mark in Step 4 Notice Do n...

Page 275: ...eadlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line Turn it clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the angle of the beam 9 Make sure that the light from the headlamp is positioned at the bottom...

Page 276: ...contact your dealer retailer 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...

Page 277: ...do the following 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 parkin...

Page 278: ...bulb assembly back into place until it snaps in You may need to use a tool to guide the tabs into the assembly Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps Coupe To replace a taillamp or rear turn signal bulb 1 O...

Page 279: ...e the outer two screws from the taillamp assembly 4 Disconnect the wiring harness by lifting up on the tab to release and pull it straight out 5 Remove the taillamp from the quarter panel A Sidemarker...

Page 280: ...out of the socket 5 Install a new bulb 6 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the back up lamp assembly License Plate Lamp To replace one of these bulbs 1 Remove the two screws holding each of the l...

Page 281: ...Replacement 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...

Page 282: ...our Vehicle on page 4 25 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently t...

Page 283: ...ed all federal safety guidelines If your vehicle has 205 55R16 size tires they meet the GM TPC Spec rating but the TPC Spec code has not been molded onto the tire s sidewall C DOT Department of Transp...

Page 284: ...re tire see Compact Spare Tire on page 5 85 and If a Tire Goes Flat on page 5 71 B Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread C Tire Identification Numb...

Page 285: ...er P as the first character is certified to European standards B Tire Width The three digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit...

Page 286: ...are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire measured in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascals kPa befo...

Page 287: ...ight The sum of curb weight accessory weight vehicle capacity weight and production options weight Normal Occupant Weight The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs 68...

Page 288: ...New Tires on page 5 64 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are determine...

Page 289: ...ows 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 the minimum amount...

Page 290: ...Monitor System TPMS uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your vehicle s tires and transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver l...

Page 291: ...unctioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS t...

Page 292: ...C operation and displays see DIC Operation and Displays on page 3 42 and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 44 The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is firs...

Page 293: ...essfully after rotating the vehicle s tires The DIC message and TPMS malfunction light should go off once the TPMS sensor matching process is performed successfully See TPMS Sensor Matching Process la...

Page 294: ...tire and wheel position the matching process stops and you need to start over TPMS Matching Process for Vehicles with Remote Keyless Entry RKE 1 Set the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition switch to ON...

Page 295: ...caps back on the valve stems TPMS Matching Process for Vehicles without Remote Keyless Entry RKE 1 Set the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition switch to ON RUN with the engine off 3 Using the Driver Inf...

Page 296: ...h the receiver stops or if the time limit has expired the TIRE LEARN message displays on the DIC Turn the ignition switch to LOCK OFF and start over beginning with Step 2 11 Set all four tires to the...

Page 297: ...tor Operation on page 5 58 Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 102 CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the part...

Page 298: ...he tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of...

Page 299: ...ave an all season tread design the TPC Spec number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 5 49 for additional information GM recommends replacing tires in sets o...

Page 300: ...Information Label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 25 for more information about the Tire and Loading Information Label and its location on your vehicle Different Size Tires and Wheels If you add w...

Page 301: ...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 302: ...e tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance A...

Page 303: ...u 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 can also cause problems with bearing lif...

Page 304: ...d CAUTION Continued To help avoid damage 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 devic...

Page 305: ...nd 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 go...

Page 306: ...ind a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transmission shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transmission to FIR...

Page 307: ...blocks The following information tells 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 See...

Page 308: ...A Cover B Retainer C Spare Tire D Wing Nut E Jack and Wheel Wrench F Bolt 5 74...

Page 309: ...formation 4 Remove the spare tire C by gently pulling it up and out of the trunk 5 Remove the wing nut D that holds the jack and remove the jack and wheel wrench E Uplevel Models 1 Open the trunk See...

Page 310: ...A Retainer B Jack and Wheel Wrench C Spare Tire D Foam Support E Bolt 5 76...

Page 311: ...B and spare tire C 4 Remove the spare tire by gently pulling it up and out of the trunk The tools you will be using include the jack A and wheel wrench B You will need to turn the plastic wheel nut c...

Page 312: ...ended that you do a safety check before preceding See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 72 2 If your vehicle has plastic wheel covers use the wheel wrench to loosen the plastic wheel nut caps Once you ha...

Page 313: ...hat you do a safety check before preceding See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 72 for more information Notice Make sure that the jack lift head is in the correct position or you may damage your vehicle...

Page 314: ...a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and...

Page 315: ...to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 72 11 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 12 Place the compact spare tire on the wheel mou...

Page 316: ...heel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence...

Page 317: ...quipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place A Cover B Retainer C Jack...

Page 318: ...s first remove the center cap with your hand or the wheel wrench 4 Place the flat tire face down into the spare tire tub 5 Re attach the wheel wrench to the jack 6 Place the jack into the center of th...

Page 319: ...e it is best to replace the spare with a full size tire as soon as possible The spare tire will last longer and be in good shape in case it is needed again Notice When the compact spare is installed d...

Page 320: ...damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended Use glass cleaner only on glass Remove any accidental over spray from other surfaces immediately To prevent over spr...

Page 321: ...neutral pH soaps Too much cleaner that saturates the upholstery Organic solvents such as naptha alcohol etc that can damage your vehicle s interior Fabric Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush...

Page 322: ...s has been completed a paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture from the fabric or carpet Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remov...

Page 323: ...clean by washing it often Notice Certain cleaners contain chemicals that can damage the emblems or nameplates on your vehicle Check the cleaning product label If it states that it should not be used...

Page 324: ...d may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish You can get approved cleaning products from your dealer retailer See Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 5 94 If your vehicle has a bas...

Page 325: ...To avoid damaging protective trim never use auto or chrome polish steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum A coating of wax rubbed to high polish is recommended for all bright metal parts Windshield a...

Page 326: ...r warranty Use only approved cleaners on aluminum or chrome plated wheels The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Do not use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polis...

Page 327: ...r s retailer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop o...

Page 328: ...om chrome wheels 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 an...

Page 329: ...e Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code helps you identify your vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Capacities and Specifications on page 5...

Page 330: ...add anything electrical to your vehicle see Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 64 Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses Should your headlamps fail to function have y...

Page 331: ...ou can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Re...

Page 332: ...mpty 6 Amplifier 7 Cluster 8 Ignition Switch PASS Key III 9 Stoplamp 10 Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning PASS Key III 11 Empty 12 Spare 13 Airbag 14 Spare 15 Windshield Wiper 16 Climate Control Sy...

Page 333: ...29 Power Windows Relays Usage 30 Climate Control System 31 Empty 32 Retained Accessory Power RAP Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver side of the ve...

Page 334: ...rol Module 2 FOG LAMP Fog Lamps HORN Horn RT HI BEAM Passenger Side High Beam Lamp LT HI BEAM Driver Side High Beam Lamp RT LO BEAM Passenger Side Low Beam Lamp LT LO BEAM Driver Side Low Beam Lamp DR...

Page 335: ...Antilock Brake System 3 OUTLET Auxiliary Power Outlet MIR Mirrors DLC Data Link Connector CNSTR VENT Canister Vent Relays Usage REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger AIR SOL TURBO COOL FAN 2 Air Solenoid L61 Engin...

Page 336: ...refrigerant caution label located under the hood See your dealer retailer for more information Cooling System 2 2L L4 and 2 4L Engines 7 4 qt 7 0 L Engine Oil with Filter 2 2L L4 and 2 4L L4 Engines...

Page 337: ...L4 and 2 4L L4 Engines 1 7 qt 1 6 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual Engine Specificat...

Page 338: ...NOTES 5 104...

Page 339: ...duled 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 Recommended Flui...

Page 340: ...essary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance might not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle main...

Page 341: ...road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 5 5 The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 should be performed when indicated See Additional...

Page 342: ...s trained service technicians who will perform this work using genuine parts and reset the system If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally you must service your vehicle within 3 000 mi...

Page 343: ...ire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 62 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 344: ...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 17 Change automatic tr...

Page 345: ...information e Make sure the safety belt reminder light and safety belt assemblies are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep...

Page 346: ...e Replace belt if necessary Owner Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety dependability and emission control perfor...

Page 347: ...ection and Rotation on page 5 62 At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injure...

Page 348: ...Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P contact your dealer retailer for service Ignition Transmission Lo...

Page 349: ...ake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the...

Page 350: ...Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 5 19 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT...

Page 351: ...r lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No...

Page 352: ...r Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 22731072 A3054C Engine Oil Filter 12605566 PF457G Spark Plugs 12598004 41 103 Passenger s Compartment...

Page 353: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 2 2L L4 and 2 4L L4 Engines 6 15...

Page 354: ...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 355: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17...

Page 356: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18...

Page 357: ...Courtesy Transportation 7 10 Collision Damage Repair 7 12 Reporting Safety Defects 7 15 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 15 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Governme...

Page 358: ...n 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 the following inf...

Page 359: ...l Motors of Canada Limited wants you to be aware of its participation in a no charge Mediation Arbitration Program General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disput...

Page 360: ...and to register your vehicle My GM Canada Canada only My GM Canada is a password protected section of gmcanada com where you can save information on GM vehicles get personalized offers and use handy...

Page 361: ...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 devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 ROADSIDE 7...

Page 362: ...ants 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 scooter lift The offer is available for a very...

Page 363: ...in Canada only up to a maximum coverage of 100 Fuel Delivery Delivery of enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the nearest service station approximately 5 in Canada In Canada service to provide diese...

Page 364: ...e covers reasonable reimbursement of up to a maximum of 500 Canadian for A meals maximum of 50 day B lodging maximum of 100 night and C alternate ground transportation maximum of 40 day This benefit i...

Page 365: ...ing and Road Service Exclusions Specifically excluded from Roadside Assistance coverage are towing or services for vehicles operated on a non public roadway or highway fines impound towing caused by a...

Page 366: ...icles with the Bumper to Bumper Base Warranty Coverage period in Canada and extended powertrain warranty in both the U S and Canada Several courtesy transportation options are available to assist in r...

Page 367: ...al reimbursement will be limited and must be supported by original receipts This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state provincial local and rental vehicle provider requ...

Page 368: ...these parts is not known Such parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty and any related failures are not covered by that warranty Aftermarket collision parts are also available The...

Page 369: ...ove your vehicle only if its position puts you in danger or you are instructed to move it by a police officer Give only the necessary and requested information to police and other parties involved in...

Page 370: ...cle requires damage repairs GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair If you have a pre determined repair facility of choice take your vehicle there or have it towed there Specify to th...

Page 371: ...Administrator NHTSA 400 Seventh Street SW Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Gove...

Page 372: ...Portfolio Owner Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 U S plus processing fee Without Portfolio Owner Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 U S plus processing fee Current and Past Model O...

Page 373: ...ferences such as radio pre sets seat positions and temperature settings Event Data Recorders This vehicle has an Event Data Recorder EDR The main purpose of an EDR is to record in certain crash or nea...

Page 374: ...y law Data that GM collects or receives may also be used for GM research needs or may be made available to others for research purposes where a need is shown and the data is not tied to a specific veh...

Page 375: ...ng Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 1 64 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 1 57 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 77 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 77 Antilock Brake System ABS 4 5 Anti lock Brake System Warni...

Page 376: ...Braking in Emergencies 4 6 Break In New Vehicle 2 20 Bulb Replacement 5 42 Back Up Lamps 5 46 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 5 44 Halogen Bulbs 5 42 Headlamp Aiming 5 39 Headlamps Front Turn Signa...

Page 377: ...estraint 1 38 Cigarette Lighter 3 19 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 92 Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 90 Fabric Carpet 5 87 Cleaning cont Finish Care 5 90 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plasti...

Page 378: ...D Daytime Running Lamps 3 15 Defensive Driving 4 2 Delayed Locking 2 10 Diesel Running Out of Fuel 2 37 Disc MP3 3 69 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 4 Dome Lamp 3 16 Door Automatic Door Lock 2 11 Dela...

Page 379: ...Coolant Heater 2 26 Coolant Temperature Warning Light 3 36 Drive Belt Routing 6 15 Engine Compartment Overview 5 12 Exhaust 2 36 Oil 5 13 Oil Life System 5 16 Overheating 5 22 Starting 2 24 Enhanced...

Page 380: ...Glove Box 2 43 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 7 6 H Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Head Restraints 1 7 Headlamp Aiming 5 39 Headlamp Wiring 5 96 Headlamps 3 14 Bulb Replacement 5 42 Daytime Running L...

Page 381: ...hild Restraints 1 39 License Plate Lamps 5 46 Light Airbag Readiness 3 29 Anti lock Brake System ABS Warning 3 34 Brake System Warning 3 33 Charging System 3 32 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 3 36...

Page 382: ...rd 6 16 Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 14 Maintenance Schedule cont Maintenance Requirements 6 2 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Using 6...

Page 383: ...cks and Services 6 8 Owners Canadian ii P Paint Damage 5 93 Park Brake 2 32 Park P Shifting Into 2 33 Shifting Out of 2 35 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 36 Parking Your Vehicle 2 35 Passenger Airbag...

Page 384: ...Replacement Bulbs 5 47 Replacement Parts Maintenance 6 14 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 7 15 General Motors 7 15 United States Government 7 15 Restraint System Check Checking the Restr...

Page 385: ...rdering Information 7 16 Service Scheduling Appointments 7 10 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 1 64 Setting the Clock 3 56 Sheet Metal Damage 5 93 Shifting Into Park P 2 33 Shifting Out of Park...

Page 386: ...ion and Rotation 5 62 Tires cont Installing the Spare Tire 5 78 Pressure Monitor Operation 5 58 Pressure Monitor System 5 56 Removing the Flat Tire 5 78 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 73 Storing...

Page 387: ...ecording and Privacy 7 17 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 95 Service Parts Identification Label 5 95 Vehicle Personalization DIC 3 50 Vehicle Remote Start 2 6 Ventilation Adjustment 3 22 Visors 2...

Page 388: ...Wiper Blade Replacement 5 47 Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 91 Wiper Fuses 5 96 Wipers 3 9 Winter Driving 4 20 Wiper Activated Headlamps 3 14 X XM Radio Messages 3 74 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 77 Y...

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