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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.

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Summary of Contents for Solstice 2010

Page 1: ...12 Theft Deterrent Systems 3 14 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 3 17 Mirrors 3 30 Storage Areas 3 31 Roof Panel 3 32 Convertible Top 3 35 Instrument Panel 4 1 Instrument Panel Overview 4 3 Climat...

Page 2: ...ppearance Care 6 90 Vehicle Identification 6 98 Electrical System 6 98 Capacities and Specifications 6 104 Maintenance Schedule 7 1 Maintenance Schedule 7 2 Customer Assistance Information 8 1 Custome...

Page 3: ...for Pontiac Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Owners Propri taires Canadiens A French language copy of this manual can be o...

Page 4: ...sult in property or vehicle damage This would not be covered by the vehicle s warranty A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means Do Not Do not do this or Do not let this happen V...

Page 5: ...ake System ABS g Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar Brake System Warning Light Charging System I Cruise Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps Fuel Gage Fuses i Headlamp...

Page 6: ...NOTES vi...

Page 7: ...per Washer 1 12 Climate Controls 1 13 Vehicle Features 1 13 Radio s 1 13 Satellite Radio 1 15 Portable Audio Devices Auxiliary Input or USB Port 1 16 Steering Wheel Controls 1 16 Bluetooth 1 17 Cruise...

Page 8: ...Instrument Panel 1 2...

Page 9: ...Electronic Stability Control ESC on page 5 6 or Traction Control System TCS on page 5 9 L Driver Information Center DIC Buttons See Driver Information Center DIC on page 4 33 M Horn on page 4 3 N Wind...

Page 10: ...lock and unlock the doors from up to 60 m 195 feet away from the vehicle Press K to unlock the driver door Press again within five seconds to unlock all remaining doors Press Q to lock all doors Lock...

Page 11: ...el a remote start Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold until the parking lamps turn off Turn on the hazard warning flashers Turn the ignition switch out of LOCK OFF position and t...

Page 12: ...located in the glove box See Trunk on page 3 10 Windows On vehicles with power windows the driver door has switches for both windows and the passenger door has one switch for itself Press down or pul...

Page 13: ...the seat to the desired position and release the handle Try to move the seat to be sure it is locked in place See Manual Seats on page 2 2 Seat Height Adjuster On vehicles with this feature raise or...

Page 14: ...ks on page 2 3 Safety Belt Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly Safety Belts They Are for Everyone on page 2 6 How to Wear Safety Belts Properl...

Page 15: ...em on page 2 43 for important information Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors Adjust the outside mirrors to see a little of the side of the vehicle and the area beside the vehicle For vehicles with out...

Page 16: ...or down and side to side Adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the headlamps behind your vehicle Move the lever located at the base of the mirror to the right for nighttime use and to the left for day...

Page 17: ...the left side of the steering column P Briefly turn to this position to manually turn the automatic lamp control off or on AUTO Automatic operation of the headlamps at normal brightness and other ext...

Page 18: ...nt or speed sensitive operation As vehicle speed increases or decreases the wiper interval also increases or decreases x Delays wiping cycle 6 Slow wipes 1 Fast wipes 8 Use for a single wiping cycle W...

Page 19: ...d A Temperature Control B Fan Control C Air Delivery Mode Control D Air Conditioning E Air Recirculation F Rear Window Defogger See Climate Control System on page 4 13 Vehicle Features Radio s O Press...

Page 20: ...t these and other radio features see Audio System s on page 4 45 and Radio s on page 4 48 Storing a Favorite Station Depending on which radio the vehicle has radio stations are stored as either favori...

Page 21: ...ckwise or counterclockwise For detailed instructions on setting the clock for your specific audio system see Setting the Clock on page 4 46 Satellite Radio XM is a satellite radio service that is base...

Page 22: ...g the Auxiliary Input Jack and Using the USB Port under Radio s on page 4 48 Steering Wheel Controls If equipped these controls are located on the right side of the steering wheel e e Increases or dec...

Page 23: ...e it can be used in the vehicle Not all phones will support all functions For more information visit www gm com bluetooth For more information see Bluetooth on page 4 69 Cruise Control The cruise cont...

Page 24: ...ges on page 4 36 Press and release the button again to turn on traction control For more information see Traction Control System TCS on page 5 9 Electronic Stability Control ESC The Electronic Stabili...

Page 25: ...ear when the vehicle is first started and then turn off as you drive This may be an early indicator that your tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure No...

Page 26: ...IC display shows ACKNOWLEDGED 5 Turn the key to LOCK OFF See Engine Oil Life System on page 6 19 Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel mileage Here are some driving tips to ge...

Page 27: ...Advisor who will assess your problem contact Roadside Assistance and relay exact location to get you the help you need Online Owner Center The Online Owner Center is a complimentary service that incl...

Page 28: ...tar ca Canada contact OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or TTY 1 877 248 2080 or press Q to speak with an OnStar advisor 24 hours a day 7 days a week For a full description of OnStar services an...

Page 29: ...er problems OnStar cannot control that may prevent OnStar from providing OnStar service at any particular time or place Some examples are damage to important parts of the vehicle in a crash hills tall...

Page 30: ...NOTES 1 24...

Page 31: ...r Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 2 31 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 2 32 Airbag System 2 36 Where Are the Airbags 2 38 When Should an Airbag Inflate 2 39 What Mak...

Page 32: ...e driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving 1 Lift the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it 2 Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar Try to move the seat wi...

Page 33: ...ile the vehicle is moving The sudden 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 To adjust the...

Page 34: ...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 not at your pelvic bones This could c...

Page 35: ...ront seatback s to fold forward To fold the seatback forward lift the latch and push the seatback forward WARNING If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That...

Page 36: ...re 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 and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat...

Page 37: ...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 2 7...

Page 38: ...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 2 8...

Page 39: ...nel 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 40: ...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 41: ...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 42: ...o loose It will not give as much protection this way WARNING 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 43: ...tection this way WARNING 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 44: ...an 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 s...

Page 45: ...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 46: ...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 47: ...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 48: ...ss the body WARNING 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 49: ...s you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way the child...

Page 50: ...sh the button on the buckle The belt should return to its stowed position Slide the latch plate up the safety belt webbing when the safety belt is not in use The latch plate should rest on the stitchi...

Page 51: ...arts for the vehicle s safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 2 51 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like...

Page 52: ...ll 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 securin...

Page 53: ...f yes continue If no return to the booster seat Q What is the proper way to wear safety belts A An older child should wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can prov...

Page 54: ...wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap shoulder belt properly In a crash the child would not be restrained by the should...

Page 55: ...angled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the safety belts Airb...

Page 56: ...rash forces an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash For example in a crash at only 40 km h 25 mph a 5 5 kg 12 lb infant will suddenly become a 110 kg 240...

Page 57: ...ver put a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat Secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat It is also better to secure a forward facing child restraint in a rear seat If you mus...

Page 58: ...e a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular ch...

Page 59: ...uld cause serious or fatal injuries To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash young children should always be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems A rea...

Page 60: ...secured in the vehicle Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle s safety belt following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this m...

Page 61: ...tether The LATCH system can help hold the child restraint in place during driving or in a crash Some vehicles have lower and or top tether anchors designed to secure a child restraint with lower atta...

Page 62: ...s This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be WARNING Continued WARNING Continued very close to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be serious...

Page 63: ...that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached You will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure...

Page 64: ...into the buckle until it clicks Position the release button on the buckle so the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retract...

Page 65: ...regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 2 31 for more information 8 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secu...

Page 66: ...o their job Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system WARNING You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt even if you have airbags...

Page 67: ...airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s s...

Page 68: ...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 2 38...

Page 69: ...to be in time for the airbags to inflate and help restrain the occupants Whether your frontal airbags will or should deploy is not based on how fast your vehicle is traveling It depends largely on wha...

Page 70: ...the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a release of gas from the inflator Gas from the inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to break out of the cover and deploy The inflator the...

Page 71: ...shield or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle WARNING When an airbag inflates there may be dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for...

Page 72: ...deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag Airbags are designed to inflate only once After an airbag inflates you will need some new parts for the...

Page 73: ...Indicator on page 4 22 The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions The driver airbag is not affected by the passenger sensing system T...

Page 74: ...gh the airbag is turned off WARNING Continued WARNING Continued Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the right...

Page 75: ...stay lit to remind you that the airbag is active For some children who have outgrown child restraints and for very small adults the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the right front pa...

Page 76: ...ge 2 32 5 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit turn the vehicle off Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion...

Page 77: ...uvers and braking which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status See Safety Belts and Child Restraints in the Index for additional information about the importance of pr...

Page 78: ...n airbag when it inflates Avoid yellow connectors They are probably part of the airbag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified...

Page 79: ...y turning off the passenger airbag s See Passenger Sensing System on page 2 43 If you have any questions about this you should contact Customer Assistance before you modify your vehicle The phone numb...

Page 80: ...the safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 4 20 for more information Keep safety belts clean and dry See Care of Safety Belts on page 6 93 Airbags The airbag system do...

Page 81: ...r crash nothing may be necessary But the belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer retailer to have your safety belt assemblies inspected or rep...

Page 82: ...NOTES 2 52...

Page 83: ...New Vehicle Break In 3 17 Ignition Positions 3 18 Retained Accessory Power RAP 3 19 Starting the Engine 3 19 Automatic Transmission Operation 3 21 Manual Transmission Operation 3 23 Parking Brake 3 25...

Page 84: ...lled if 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 Your vehicle has a vehicle theft deterrent system The...

Page 85: ...ications Commission FCC Rules and RSS 210 211 of Industry and Science Canada Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this e...

Page 86: ...icate unlocking has occurred See UNLOCK HORN under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 4 40 V Trunk Release Press and hold for approximately one second to open the trunk The trunk release only works i...

Page 87: ...e replacement transmitter is programmed to the vehicle all remaining transmitters must also be programmed Any lost or stolen transmitters no longer work once the new transmitter is programmed Each veh...

Page 88: ...3 3 for additional information Remote Vehicle Start This button will be on the RKE transmitter if you have remote start To start the engine using the remote start feature 1 Aim the RKE transmitter at...

Page 89: ...tter at the vehicle and press the remote start button until the parking lamps turn off Turn on the hazard warning flashers See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4 3 Insert the vehicle s key into the ign...

Page 90: ...tinued WARNING Continued Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke...

Page 91: ...will flash To cancel the delay and lock the doors immediately press the lock button on the RKE a second time If the key is in the ignition this feature will not lock the doors Automatic Door Lock On...

Page 92: ...arbon Monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death WARNING Continued WARNING Continued If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or trunk hatch open Cl...

Page 93: ...ency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a...

Page 94: ...e with the windows closed is dangerous They can be 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 ve...

Page 95: ...ill function and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave keys in a vehicle with children WARNING Continued WARNING Continued When there are chi...

Page 96: ...ity Mirror Your vehicle may have a driver s side vanity mirror Swing down the sun visor and slide the cover to expose the mirror Theft Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business especially in som...

Page 97: ...itter or open the trunk using the transmitter without having to disarm and re arm the system Once the system is disarmed the security light will stop flashing How the System Alarm is Activated To acti...

Page 98: ...e may be a problem with your theft deterrent system Turn the ignition off and try again If the engine still does not start and the key appears to be undamaged try another ignition key At this time you...

Page 99: ...PASS Key III key see your dealer retailer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to have a new key made Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in th...

Page 100: ...rned to LOCK OFF unless the shift lever is in P Park If you have a manual transmission the ignition switch can be turned to LOCK OFF in any shift lever position WARNING If you have a manual transmissi...

Page 101: ...inue to work for up to 10 minutes or until any door is opened The radio will work when the key is in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY Once the key is turned from ON RUN to OFF LOCK the radio will continue to w...

Page 102: ...he key 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 c...

Page 103: ...vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground use the steps that follow Make sure the shift lever is fully in...

Page 104: ...rive gear while the engine is running at high speed Notice Shifting out of P Park or N Neutral with the engine running at high speed may damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the...

Page 105: ...the brakes You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the shift lever is put in L Low the transmission will not shift into a low gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough Notice...

Page 106: ...stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to N Neutral N Neutral Use this position when you start or idle the engine R Reverse To back up press the clutch pedal After the vehicle stop...

Page 107: ...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 a warning message will be displ...

Page 108: ...If you can leave the vehicle with the ignition key in your hand the vehicle is in P Park Leaving the Vehicle With the Engine Running Automatic Transmission WARNING It can be dangerous to leave the veh...

Page 109: ...e shift lever is in P Park with the shift lever button fully released and Prevent movement of the shift lever out of P Park unless the ignition is in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY and the regular brake peda...

Page 110: ...unnels deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail pipes The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage The vehicle s exhaust system has b...

Page 111: ...angerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is r...

Page 112: ...le and the area beside your vehicle Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash To fold push the mirror toward the vehicle Push the mirror outward to re...

Page 113: ...and release the forward section of the cupholder to access it Center Console Storage There is an upright center console storage area between the seatbacks Open the storage area by pressing and releas...

Page 114: ...oof panel only when the vehicle is parked Until you are sure you can remove the panel alone have someone help you Notice If you drop or rest a roof panel on its edges the roof panel paint and or weath...

Page 115: ...press the button on the front of the release handle A with your thumb Pull down the latch lever 5 Stand on one side of the vehicle and if necessary have someone stand on the other side Together caref...

Page 116: ...rstripping may be damaged Always place the roof panel in the stowage receivers after removing it from the vehicle In most cases it makes it easier if two people re install the roof panel 1 Park on a l...

Page 117: ...Convertible Top For care and cleaning of the convertible top see Convertible Top on page 6 95 under Service and Appearance Care High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle A clear pr...

Page 118: ...ge area before lowering the convertible top Notice Lowering the top if it is damp wet or dirty can cause stains mildew and damage to the inside of your vehicle Dry off the top before lowering it Notic...

Page 119: ...and set the parking brake Shift an automatic transmission into P Park Shift a manual transmission into 1 First or R Reverse 3 Turn the ignition off 4 Open the trunk 5 Pull down on the convertible top...

Page 120: ...Convertible Top 1 Park on a level surface set the parking brake firmly and shift an automatic transmission into P Park Shift a manual transmission into 1 First or R Reverse 2 Turn off the ignition an...

Page 121: ...of the vehicle 7 Turn the top front latch handle clockwise to latch the convertible top 8 Make sure the lower seal pins C are correctly aligned and inserted 9 Close the trunk by pressing down on the r...

Page 122: ...NOTES 3 40...

Page 123: ...13 Climate Control System 4 13 Outlet Adjustment 4 17 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 4 17 Instrument Panel Cluster 4 18 Speedometer and Odometer 4 19 Tachometer 4 19 Safety Belt Reminders 4 20 A...

Page 124: ...4 40 Audio System s 4 45 Setting the Clock 4 46 Radio s 4 48 Using an MP3 4 60 XM Radio Messages 4 67 Bluetooth 4 69 Theft Deterrent Feature 4 79 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 4 79 Radio Reception 4...

Page 125: ...others that you are having trouble Press again to turn the flashers off Horn To sound the horn press the center pad on the steering wheel Tilt Wheel The tilt wheel lever is located on the left side of...

Page 126: ...flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change Hold it ther...

Page 127: ...he turn signal multifunction lever until the high beam headlamps come on Then release the lever to turn them off Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper lever is on the right side of the steering colum...

Page 128: ...otor until it cools If the motor gets 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...

Page 129: ...affic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery road...

Page 130: ...g about 25 mph 40 km h or more press the RES button briefly This takes you back up to the previously chosen speed and stays there Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to incr...

Page 131: ...Ending Cruise Control To end cruise control step lightly on the brake pedal or the clutch pedal if the vehicle has a manual transmission Stepping on the brake pedal or clutch pedal will only end the c...

Page 132: ...omatic headlamp system Headlamps on Reminder If the drivers door is opened with the ignition off and the lamps on a warning chime will sound This indicates that the headlamps are still on Daytime Runn...

Page 133: ...laws that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps Instrument Panel Brightness The control for this feature is located on the instrument panel to the right of the steering wheel D Inst...

Page 134: ...ent when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum 20 ampere rating Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blow...

Page 135: ...occur to the lighter or heating element or a fuse could be blown Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating Notice If papers pins or other flammable items are put in the ashtray hot cigare...

Page 136: ...er air to the floor outlets Floor Air is directed to the floor outlets with some directed to the side window and defroster outlets If low or no airflow is on the passenger side make sure that the carp...

Page 137: ...not operate at temperatures below 40 F 4 C In temperatures above 40 F 4 C the air conditioning cannot be turned off in defrost floor defog and recirculation modes because it helps to remove moisture f...

Page 138: ...or frost from the rear window Rear Defogger Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off An indicator light comes on to show that the rear window defogger is on Be sure to clear as much snow from...

Page 139: ...may adversely affect the performance of the system Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of the vehicle more effectively Warning Lights Gages and Indic...

Page 140: ...Instrument Panel Cluster United States Cluster shown Canada and Turbo model similar 4 18...

Page 141: ...ecked while the vehicle is not running The mileage briefly displays when the driver s door is opened If the vehicle ever needs a new odometer installed the new one will be set to the correct mileage t...

Page 142: ...econds after the engine is started a chime sounds for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt The passenger safety belt light located on the instrument panel comes on...

Page 143: ...hes for a few seconds when the engine is started If the light does not come on then have it fixed immediately WARNING If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on wh...

Page 144: ...airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger frontal airbag is enabled may inflate If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator it means that the passenge...

Page 145: ...here are problems with a generator drive belt or that there is an electrical problem Have it checked right away If the vehicle must be driven a short distance with the light on turn off accessories su...

Page 146: ...has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped have the vehicle towed for service Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light The Antilock Brake System ABS light comes on briefly when the engine is s...

Page 147: ...abled Check the DIC messaging to determine which system is turned off or not working If the system is not working the vehicle needs service See your dealer retailer When the TCS is disabled wheel spin...

Page 148: ...s pull over and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating on page 6 29 for more information Low Coolant Warning Light This light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on If...

Page 149: ...n When the Light Flashes First and Then is On Steady This indicates that there may be a problem with the Tire Pressure Monitor System The light flashes for about a minute and stays on steady for the r...

Page 150: ...e same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect the vehicle s emission controls and can cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by the vehic...

Page 151: ...ly corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Make sure to fuel the vehicle with quality fuel Poor fuel quality causes the engine not to run as effici...

Page 152: ...ould be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if the battery has recently been replaced or if the battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission con...

Page 153: ...h the engine properly The vehicle could be low on oil and it might have some other system problem Security Light For information regarding this light and the vehicle s security system see Content Thef...

Page 154: ...mple the gage may have indicated the fuel tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the fuel tank s capacity to fill it The gage moves a little while turning a corner or...

Page 155: ...knowledge a warning message Press and hold the information and reset buttons at the same time for one second then release the buttons to enter the personalization menu See DIC Vehicle Personalization...

Page 156: ...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 157: ...of the engine coolant in either degrees Fahrenheit F or degrees Celsius C Tire Pressure On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS the pressure for each tire can be viewed in the DIC The...

Page 158: ...formation Have the brake system serviced by your dealer retailer as soon as possible CHANGE OIL SOON This message displays when the life of the engine oil has expired and it should be changed When thi...

Page 159: ...g you with directional control of the vehicle This is normal when the system is operating See Electronic Stability Control ESC on page 5 6 and Electronic Stability Control ESC Traction Control System...

Page 160: ...nformation PARKING BRAKE This message displays if the parking brake is left engaged See Parking Brake on page 3 25 for more information SERVICE AIR BAG This message displays when there is a problem wi...

Page 161: ...6 56 for more information If the warning comes on and stays on there may be a problem with the TPMS See your dealer retailer TIRE LEARN ON On vehicles without the Remote Keyless Entry RKE system and w...

Page 162: ...ur vehicle Only the features available will be displayed on the DIC The default settings for the features were set when your vehicle left the factory but may have been changed from their default state...

Page 163: ...Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS After rotating the tires or after replacing a tire or sensor the TPMS must re learn the tire positions To re learn the tire positions see Tire Pressure Monitor System...

Page 164: ...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 165: ...ollowing See Automatic Door Unlock on page 3 9 for more information To select a setting and move on to the next feature press the information button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC U...

Page 166: ...and move on to the next feature press the information button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC LANGUAGE This feature allows you to select the language in which the DIC will display Wh...

Page 167: ...ice Contact your dealer retailer before adding any equipment Adding audio or communication equipment could interfere with the operation of the vehicle s engine radio or other systems and could damage...

Page 168: ...isplayed turn the f knob to the desired option to select the setting Press the H button again to apply the setting or let the screen time out With Date Display Radio with CD MP3 and USB Port and Radio...

Page 169: ...date do one of the following Press the softkey located below the selected tab Press SEEK or FWD Turn f clockwise 6 To decrease the time or date do one of the following Press SEEK or s REV Turn f count...

Page 170: ...Radio s The vehicle has one of these radios as its audio system Radio with CD Base Radio with CD MP3 and USB Port shown Radio with CD MP3 similar Radio with Six Disc CD MP3 similar 4 48...

Page 171: ...he system on and off Turn to increase or decrease the volume Speed Compensated Volume SCV Radios with the Speed Compensated Volume SCV feature automatically adjust the radio volume to compensate for r...

Page 172: ...tions in the selected band press and hold SEEK for four seconds until a double beep sounds The radio goes to a stored preset plays for a few seconds then goes to the next stored preset Press SEEK agai...

Page 173: ...avorites Drivers are encouraged to set up radio station favorites while the vehicle is in P Park Tune to favorite stations using the softkeys favorites button and steering wheel controls See Defensive...

Page 174: ...o display By default Auto Text is enabled To change the Auto Text setting 1 Press MENU to display the radio setup menu 2 Press the softkey under AUTO TXT tab on the radio display 3 Press the softkey u...

Page 175: ...kwise 4 To decrease the level of the bass midrange or treble Press SEEK or s REV Turn f counterclockwise The radio may be capable of adjusting bass midrange or treble to the middle position by pressin...

Page 176: ...y pressing either SEEK arrow FWD or s REV The radio may be capable of adjusting balance or fade to the middle position by pressing the softkey below the BAL or FADE tab for more than two seconds The r...

Page 177: ...the Restore All tab Categories cannot be removed or added while the vehicle is moving faster than 5 mph 8 km h Radio Messages Calibration Error Displays if the radio is no longer calibrated properly f...

Page 178: ...Ds 1 Press and hold for two seconds A beep sounds and Load All Discs displays 2 Follow the displayed instruction on when to insert the discs 3 Press again to cancel loading more CDs Ejecting a CD Radi...

Page 179: ...playing the track RDM Random Tracks can be listened to in random rather than sequential order on one CD or all CDs in a Six Disc CD player To use random on the base radio with Single CD player 1 Pres...

Page 180: ...ng correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer retailer If the radio displays an error message write it dow...

Page 181: ...s an iPod laptop computer MP3 player CD changer etc can be connected to the auxiliary input jack for use as another audio source Drivers are encouraged to set up any auxiliary device while the vehicle...

Page 182: ...Apple for proper operation iPod firmware can be updated using the latest iTunes application See www apple com itunes For help with identifying your iPod go to www apple com support Using an MP3 Format...

Page 183: ...irectory of a CD display as F1 ROOT Empty Folder Folders that do not contain files are skipped and the player advances to the next folder that contains files Order of Play Tracks are played in the fol...

Page 184: ...ressed audio song files Playlists that have an m3u or pls file extension and are stored on a USB device may be supported by the radio with a USB port Playing a CD R or CD RW MP3 f Tune Turn to select...

Page 185: ...in playing while it is scanning in the background When the scan is finished the disc begins playing files in order by artist The current artist playing is shown on the second line of the display Once...

Page 186: ...d it can still be used by connecting it to the Auxiliary Input Jack using a standard 3 5 mm 1 8 inch stereo cable See Using the Auxiliary Input Jack earlier for more information Using the Radio to Con...

Page 187: ...or the root directory on a USB storage device c Folder View Press the softkey below c to view the contents of the current folder on the USB drive To browse and select files 1 Press the softkey below c...

Page 188: ...e following order First softkey first item in the list Second softkey 1 through the list each time the softkey is pressed Third softkey 5 through the list each time the softkey is pressed Fourth softk...

Page 189: ...ge device XM Radio Messages XL Explicit Language Channels These channels or any others can be blocked at a customer s request by calling 1 800 852 XMXM 9696 XM Updating The encryption code in the rece...

Page 190: ...he XM receiver in the vehicle could have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having the vehicle s...

Page 191: ...short tone sounds after the system responds indicating when it is waiting for a voice command Wait until the tone and then speak How to Speak Speak clearly in a calm and natural voice Audio System Whe...

Page 192: ...eted To link to a different paired phone see Linking to a Different Phone later in this section Pairing a Phone 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2...

Page 193: ...n use the List command for a list of all paired phones The system responds with Would you like to delete phone name Yes or No followed by a tone 5 Say Yes to delete the phone The system responds with...

Page 194: ...r is not correct say No The system will ask for the number to be re entered 4 After the system stores the phone number it responds with Please say the name tag followed by a tone 5 Say a name tag for...

Page 195: ...the name tag sounds correct say Yes and the name tag is stored After the number is stored the system returns to the main menu Using the Directory Command The directory command lists all of the name ta...

Page 196: ...l name tags stored in your phone directory and your route destination directory Are you sure you want to do this Please say yes or no Say Yes to delete all name tags Say No to cancel the function and...

Page 197: ...ds The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Call The system responds with Call using phone name Please say the name tag followed by a tone 3 Say the name tag of the person to call If th...

Page 198: ...with no action Press c x to disconnect the current call and switch to the call on hold Three Way Calling Three Way Calling must be supported on the Bluetooth phone and enabled by the wireless service...

Page 199: ...and connected with the Bluetooth system before a call can be transferred The connection process can take up to two minutes after the key is turned to the ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY position During a call...

Page 200: ...mber and the dial tones are sent and the call continues Sending a Stored Name Tag During a Call 1 Press b g The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Send name tag The system responds wi...

Page 201: ...ion Theft Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of the vehicle s radio by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN The radio does not operate if it is stolen o...

Page 202: ...up or down the list then press and hold w to play the highlighted track To navigate folders on an iPod or USB device 1 Press and hold w or x while listening to a song until the contents of the current...

Page 203: ...also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception When this happens try reducing the treble on the radio FM Stereo FM signals only reach about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 k...

Page 204: ...place it Occasionally check to make sure the antenna is tightened to its base If tightening is required tighten by hand until fully seated plus one quarter turn XM Satellite Radio Antenna System The X...

Page 205: ...ing 5 11 Off Road Recovery 5 13 Passing 5 13 Loss of Control 5 13 Driving at Night 5 15 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 5 16 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 5 17 Highway Hypnosis 5 17 Hill and Mountain...

Page 206: ...tion can cause collisions resulting in injury or possible death These simple defensive driving techniques could save your life Drunk Driving WARNING Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your re...

Page 207: ...that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a cras...

Page 208: ...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 heavy acceleration followed by h...

Page 209: ...mputer will separately work the brakes at each wheel ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel as required faster than any driver could This can help the driver steer around the obstacle while b...

Page 210: ...cally disengage when the brake pedal is released or brake pedal pressure is quickly decreased Electronic Stability Control ESC The vehicle has an Electronic Stability Control ESC system which combines...

Page 211: ...t on But ESC can be turned off if needed If the vehicle is in cruise control when the system begins to assist the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle the ESC TCS light will flash and th...

Page 212: ...more information Competitive Driving Mode allows the driver to have full control of the rear wheels while the ESC system helps maintain directional control of the vehicle by selective brake applicati...

Page 213: ...l may be reengaged when road conditions allow See Cruise Control on page 4 7 When this light is on solid and either the SERVICE TRACTION or TRACTION OFF message is displayed the system will not limit...

Page 214: ...ACTION messages are displayed the differential could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Reduce engine power and do not spin the wheel s excessively while these lights...

Page 215: ...ring assist is lost because the engine stops or the system is not functioning the vehicle can be steered but it will take more effort Steering Tips It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed...

Page 216: ...mergencies like these First apply the brakes See Braking on page 5 4 It is better to remove as much speed as possible from a collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on t...

Page 217: ...while passing 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 and lines that could indi...

Page 218: ...system might activate See Electronic Stability Control ESC on page 5 6 Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety slow down and adjust your dr...

Page 219: ...en you and other vehicles because headlamps can only light up so much road ahead Watch for animals When tired pull off the road Do not wear sunglasses Avoid staring directly into approaching headlamps...

Page 220: ...ed away If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warnings and be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerou...

Page 221: ...o they all work and are lenses clean Tires Are treads good Are tires inflated to recommended pressure Weather and Maps Safe to travel Have up to date maps Highway Hypnosis Always be alert and pay atte...

Page 222: ...assist the brakes on a steep downhill slope WARNING Coasting downhill in N Neutral 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 223: ...nd polish the surface under the tires even more The Traction Control System TCS on page 5 9 improves the ability to accelerate on slippery roads but slow down and adjust your driving to the road condi...

Page 224: ...time to be sure snow does not collect there WARNING Continued WARNING Continued Open a window about 5 cm two inches on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind to bring in fresh air Fully op...

Page 225: ...is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand mud ice or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 5 22 If the vehicle has a t...

Page 226: ...t does not get the vehicle out after a few tries it might need to be towed out If the vehicle does need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 5 28 Loading the Vehicle It is very important to...

Page 227: ...kilograms and pounds The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the size of the original equipment tires C and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures D For more information on tires and...

Page 228: ...f the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the co...

Page 229: ...t Weight 150 lbs 68 kg x 1 150 lbs 68 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 400 lbs 181 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 1...

Page 230: ...r passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Label A vehicle specific Certification label is attached to the rear edge of the driver s door or the vehicle s...

Page 231: ...ad the vehicle If you put things inside your vehicle 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...

Page 232: ...n page 8 7 Recreational Vehicle Towing Notice Dolly towing or dinghy towing the vehicle may cause damage because of reduced ground clearance Always put the vehicle on a flatbed truck or trailer The ve...

Page 233: ...matic Transmission Fluid 6 22 Manual Transmission Fluid 6 23 Hydraulic Clutch 6 23 Cooling System 6 23 Engine Coolant 6 25 Engine Overheating 6 29 Power Steering Fluid 6 30 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 3...

Page 234: ...rument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 6 92 Care of Safety Belts 6 93 Weatherstrips 6 93 Washing Your Vehicle 6 93 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 6 94 Finish Care 6 94 Windshield and Wiper Blad...

Page 235: ...ld even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from the installation or use of non GM certified parts including control module modificat...

Page 236: ...nal information see www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Doing Your Own Service Work WARNING You can be injured and the vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle withou...

Page 237: ...ise and can affect fuel economy and windshield washer performance Check with your dealer retailer before adding equipment to the outside of the vehicle Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important...

Page 238: ...gned to operate on fuels that meet California specifications See the underhood emission control label If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards the vehicle will o...

Page 239: ...al parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under the vehicle warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions can contain...

Page 240: ...nes Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling the vehicle This is against the law in some places Do not re enter the vehicle while pu...

Page 241: ...stic 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 4 27 The vehicle has a...

Page 242: ...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 Ch...

Page 243: ...e of the lever to release the hood latch 3 Go to the side of the vehicle and pull up on the rear edge of the hood near the windshield to open the hood Notice Closing the hood with the doors open may d...

Page 244: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2 4L L4 engine this is what you will see 6 12...

Page 245: ...D Engine Oil Dipstick Out of View See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 6 15 E Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 6 21 F Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on p...

Page 246: ...When you open the hood on the 2 0L L4 engine this is what you will see 6 14...

Page 247: ...Starting on page 6 36 I Battery on page 6 35 Out of View J Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 6 36 K Underhood Fuse Block on page 6 101 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good ide...

Page 248: ...n page 6 104 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 Comp...

Page 249: ...rs on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 American Petroleum Institute API starburst symbol Oils meeting these requirements should have...

Page 250: ...Petroleum Institute API starburst symbol Oils meeting these requirements should have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petrol...

Page 251: ...nd engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change is indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly the system must be r...

Page 252: ...d the reset button until the DIC display shows ACKNOWLEDGED This will tell you the system has been reset 5 Turn the key to LOCK OFF If the CHANGE OIL SOON message comes back on when the vehicle is sta...

Page 253: ...he Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspect the air cleaner filter element at each scheduled Maintenance II service interval and replace the air cleaner filter element at the first oil change after 50 000 mi...

Page 254: ...Notice If the air cleaner filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into the engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you a...

Page 255: ...en the oil is changed See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7 10 for the proper fluid to use Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is self adjusting This system does no...

Page 256: ...you can be burned Do not run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive...

Page 257: ...could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant If using this mixture nothing else needs to be added...

Page 258: ...X COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank but be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done See Engine Coolant Engine Coolant for more information The vehicle must be on a level surface When y...

Page 259: ...ng the surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap If coolant is needed add the proper DEX COOL coolant mix...

Page 260: ...ne and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is...

Page 261: ...ehicle serviced Notice Engine damage from running the engine without coolant is not covered by the warranty Notice If the engine catches fire because of being driven with no coolant your vehicle can b...

Page 262: ...idle in N Neutral while stopped If it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to P Park or N Neutral and let the engine idle If the temperature overheat gage is no longer in the overheat zone or an o...

Page 263: ...ould be between the COLD and HOT marks If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the COLD mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricant...

Page 264: ...occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full Do not use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage the vehicle s windshield washer system and paint Brakes Brake F...

Page 265: ...e Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7 10 Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir WARNING With...

Page 266: ...ng 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 tighten wheel nuts in the proper seq...

Page 267: ...l battery label when a new battery is needed See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6 12 for battery location DANGER Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds ch...

Page 268: ...systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they are it could cause...

Page 269: ...l which is located under a red plastic cover on the engine compartment fuse block Open the red plastic cover to access the terminal Do not remove fuse block cover to jump start the vehicle Locate the...

Page 270: ...ive gas could be present WARNING Continued WARNING Continued Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Do not get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place...

Page 271: ...e black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of t...

Page 272: ...sitive Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehic...

Page 273: ...e to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7 10 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment Howeve...

Page 274: ...injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps To replace the low high beam Daytime Running Lamps DRL headlamp bulb 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 6 11 2 T...

Page 275: ...from the wiring harness 5 Pull the old bulb straight out of the bulb socket 6 Push the new bulb straight into the bulb socket until it connects 7 Reconnect the bulb socket to the wiring harness 8 Pus...

Page 276: ...inside the vehicle Taillamps Turn Signal and Stoplamps Removable Hardtop If your vehicle has a removable hardtop see your dealer retailer to replace these bulbs Back Up Lamps The back up lamps are loc...

Page 277: ...rn it clockwise to install 5 Replace the license plate lamp by pushing it through the fascia opening 6 Turn the two screws that hold the license plate lamp clockwise to reinstall Replacement Bulbs Ext...

Page 278: ...and are removed in different ways For proper type and length see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 7 12 To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly 1 Lift the wiper arm away from the windshiel...

Page 279: ...serious accident See Loading the Vehicle on page 5 22 WARNING Continued WARNING Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury...

Page 280: ...ement If you expect to drive on snow or ice covered roads often you may want to get winter tires for your vehicle The low profile performance tires may not offer the traction you would like or the sam...

Page 281: ...rtment 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 Identificati...

Page 282: ...tio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 60 as shown in item C of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewal...

Page 283: ...s 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 bef...

Page 284: ...ng for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight The sum of curb weight accessory weight vehicle capacity weight and production options weight No...

Page 285: ...show across the tread of a tire when only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 6 63 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that p...

Page 286: ...from road hazards A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to your vehicle This label shows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for you...

Page 287: ...System The Tire Pressure 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 pressur...

Page 288: ...r wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replac...

Page 289: ...ect inflation pressure for your vehicle s tires when they are cold See Loading the Vehicle on page 5 22 for an example of the Tire and Loading Information label and its location on your vehicle Also s...

Page 290: ...TPMS sensor matching process is performed successfully See TPMS Sensor Matching Process later in this section One or more TPMS sensors are missing or damaged The DIC message and the TPMS malfunction l...

Page 291: ...s to match each tire and wheel position If it takes longer than two minutes to match any tire and wheel position the matching process stops and you need to start over TPMS Matching Process for Vehicle...

Page 292: ...r pressure level as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label 11 Put the valve caps back on the valve stems TPMS Matching Process for Vehicles without Remote Keyless Entry RKE 1 Set the park...

Page 293: ...d Turn the ignition switch to LOCK OFF If no tires are learned after entering the TPMS learn mode or if communication with the receiver stops or if the time limit has expired the TIRE LEARN message di...

Page 294: ...ter the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire and Loading Information label See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 6 54 and Loading the Vehicle on pag...

Page 295: ...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 296: ...molded onto the tire s sidewall near the tire size If the tires have an all season tread design the TPC spec number will be followed by a MS for mud and snow See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 6 49 fo...

Page 297: ...Information label See Loading the Vehicle on page 5 22 for more information about the Tire and Loading Information label and its location on your vehicle Different Size Tires and Wheels If you add wh...

Page 298: ...cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The tr...

Page 299: ...possible 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 perfo...

Page 300: ...ers 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 life brake cooling speedometer or odometer cali...

Page 301: ...you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly...

Page 302: ...r Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit With Selector Switch on page 6 80 There is no spare tire no tire changing equipment and no place to store a tire It is unusual for a tire to blow out while you are dr...

Page 303: ...3 27 for additional information 3 Turn off the engine 4 Inspect the flat tire If the tire has been separated from the wheel has damaged sidewalls or has a puncture larger than a 1 4 inch 6 mm the tir...

Page 304: ...tains Carbon Monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death Never run the engine in an enclosed area that has no fresh air ventilation For more information see...

Page 305: ...tire The tire sealant and compressor can be used to temporarily seal punctures up to 1 4 inch 6 mm in the tread area of the tire It can also be used to inflate an under inflated tire If the tire has b...

Page 306: ...e Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister following There is only enough sealant to seal one tire After usage the sealant canister and sealant air hose assembly must be replaced See Removal a...

Page 307: ...tight 6 Plug the power plug C into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets See Accessory Power Outlet s on page 4 12 If the vehicle has an accesso...

Page 308: ...the tire sealant and compressor kit off The tire is not sealed and will continue to leak air until the vehicle is driven and the sealant is distributed in the tire therefore Steps 11 through 17 must b...

Page 309: ...sealant canister B and sealant air hose G assembly at a local dealer retailer or in accordance with local state codes and practices 21 Replace it with a new canister available from your dealer retaile...

Page 310: ...D button to turn the compressor on The compressor will inflate the tire with air only 11 Inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure using the pressure gage E The recommended inflation pre...

Page 311: ...lever 2 Pull the air only hose F from the sealant canister B 3 Unwrap the sealant air hose F from the compressor A 4 Turn the sealant canister B so the inflator filling hose is aligned with the slot i...

Page 312: ...ant air hose F around the air compressor channel to stow it in its original location 4 Push the air compressor inflator hose F onto the sealant canister inlet and push the lever down Tire Sealant and...

Page 313: ...ontains Carbon Monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death Never run the engine in an enclosed area that has no fresh air ventilation For more information s...

Page 314: ...ompressor can be used to temporarily seal punctures up to 1 4 inch 6 mm in the tread area of the tire It can also be used to inflate an under inflated tire If the tire has been separated from the whee...

Page 315: ...f the Sealant Canister following There is only enough sealant to seal one tire After usage the sealant canister and sealant air hose assembly must be replaced See Removal and Installation of the Seala...

Page 316: ...ssory power outlets See Accessory Power Outlet s on page 4 12 If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet do not use the cigarette lighter If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter use the cigarett...

Page 317: ...the tire sealant and compressor kit off The tire is not sealed and will continue to leak air until the vehicle is driven and the sealant is distributed in the tire therefore Steps 12 through 18 must...

Page 318: ...spose of the used sealant canister E and sealant air hose F assembly at a local dealer retailer or in accordance with local state codes and practices 22 Replace it with a new canister available from y...

Page 319: ...tire to the recommended inflation pressure using the pressure gage C The recommended inflation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 6 54...

Page 320: ...sory adapter located in a compartment on the bottom of its housing that may be used to inflate air mattresses balls etc Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister To remove the sealant canister...

Page 321: ...convertible top is in the up position before accessing the tire sealant and compressor kit 2 Open the trunk See Trunk on page 3 10 3 Squeeze the two tabs of the quick release buckle to remove the tire...

Page 322: ...remove particles from the upholstery It is important to keep the upholstery from becoming and remaining heavily soiled Soils should be removed as quickly as possible The vehicle s interior may experi...

Page 323: ...ces Heavy pressure or aggressive rubbing with a cleaning cloth Use of heavy pressure can damage the interior and does not improve the effectiveness of soil removal Laundry detergents or dishwashing so...

Page 324: ...xcess moisture from the fabric or carpet Leather A soft cloth dampened with water can be used to remove dust If a more thorough cleaning is necessary a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution ca...

Page 325: ...se on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather frequent application may be required See Recom...

Page 326: ...e depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish Notice Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a bas...

Page 327: ...Top The vehicle s convertible top should be cleaned often However high pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle When you hand wash the top do it in partial shade Use a mild soap lukew...

Page 328: ...the vehicle Do not use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because they could damage the surface Do not use chrome polis...

Page 329: ...the underbody If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least...

Page 330: ...ge 6 104 for the vehicle s engine code Service Parts Identification Label This label on the inside of the glove box has the following information Vehicle Identification Number VIN Model designation Pa...

Page 331: ...cted from short circuits by a combination of J Case fuses mini fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside...

Page 332: ...II 11 Empty 12 Spare 13 Airbag 14 Spare 15 Wiper 16 Climate Control System Automatic Occupant Sensing Module Instrument Panel Cluster Ignition 17 Empty 18 Empty 19 Steering Wheel Controls 20 Spare 21...

Page 333: ...uid on any electrical components on the vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component To remove fuses use the fuse puller or hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and...

Page 334: ...al Transmission 29 Data Link Connector 30 Outlet Fuses Usage 31 Back up Lamps Automatic Transmission Empty Manual Transmission 32 Empty LE5 Vacuum Pump LNF 33 Emissions 34 Crank Relay 35 Empty 36 Empt...

Page 335: ...ar 57 Antilock Brake System 58 Wiper Diode 59 Windshield Wiper 60 Horn Fuses Usage 61 Antilock Brake System 62 Instrument Panel Ignition 63 Driver Side High Beam 64 Canister Vent 65 Driver Side Low Be...

Page 336: ...hood See your dealer retailer for more information Cooling System 2 0L L4 Engine Automatic 8 7 L 9 2 qt 2 0L L4 Engine Manual 9 0 L 9 5 qt 2 4L L4 Engine Automatic 8 2 L 8 7 qt 2 4L L4 Engine Manual 8...

Page 337: ...Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 2 0L L4 X Automatic Manual 0 90 mm 0 035 in 2 4L L4 B Automatic Manual 1 01 mm 0 040 in 6 105...

Page 338: ...NOTES 6 106...

Page 339: ...uction 7 2 Scheduled Maintenance 7 3 Owner Checks and Services 7 8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 10 Maintenance Replacement Parts 7 12 Engine Drive Belt Routing 7 13 Maintenance Record 7 14 Sect...

Page 340: ...e information under Scheduled Maintenance To keep the vehicle in good condition see your dealer retailer The maintenance schedule is for vehicles that carry passengers and cargo within recommended lim...

Page 341: ...00 km 5 000 to 8 000 miles See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 6 61 Scheduled Maintenance When the Change Oil Soon Message Displays Change engine oil and filter See Engine Oil on page 6 15 An Emi...

Page 342: ...spection and Rotation on page 6 61 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 6 61 Fluids visual leak check or every 12 months whichever occurs first A leak in any system must be repaired a...

Page 343: ...Pressure on page 6 54 Tire wear inspection See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 6 61 Once a Year Starter switch check See Owner Checks and Services on page 7 8 Parking brake and automatic transmis...

Page 344: ...sion Fluid on page 6 22 First Engine Oil Change After Every 160 000 km 100 000 Miles Automatic transmission fluid change normal service See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 6 22 Spark plug replace...

Page 345: ...ire wear inspection Rotate tires Fluids visual leak check Engine air cleaner filter inspection vehicles driven in dusty conditions only Brake system inspection Steering and suspension inspection Engin...

Page 346: ...alfway and try to start the engine The starter should work only when the clutch pedal is pushed down all the way to the floor If the starter works when the clutch pedal is not pushed all the way down...

Page 347: ...ransmission P Park Mechanism Check WARNING When you are doing this check the vehicle could begin to move You or others could be injured and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front o...

Page 348: ...I oils with the starburst symbol will meet this GM standard Look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M For the proper viscosity see Engine Oil on page 6 15 Usage Fluid Lubricant Engin...

Page 349: ...on page 6 40 Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood Latch Assembly...

Page 350: ...ntenance Replacement Parts Part Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 2 0L L4 Engine 15925738 A3084C 2 4L L4 Engine 15287103 A3076C Engine Oil Filter 12605566 PF457G Spark Plugs 2...

Page 351: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing Belt routing for air conditioning AC shown Dotted line represents routing for vehicles without AC 7 13...

Page 352: ...ices are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer...

Page 353: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 7 15...

Page 354: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 7 16...

Page 355: ...ation Program 8 11 Collision Damage Repair 8 13 Reporting Safety Defects 8 16 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 16 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 8 16 Rep...

Page 356: ...manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help in the U S call the Pontiac Customer Assistance...

Page 357: ...program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject...

Page 358: ...igned so that the entire dispute settlement process from the time you file your complaint to the final decision should be completed in approximately 70 days We believe our impartial program offers adv...

Page 359: ...anada www gm ca My GM Canada is a password protected section of www gm ca where you can save information on GM vehicles get personalized offers and use handy tools and forms with greater ease Here are...

Page 360: ...addressed to 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 devices TTYs...

Page 361: ...icle such as hand controls or a wheelchair scooter lift The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease For more details or to determine your vehicle s...

Page 362: ...0 miles 160 000 km whichever comes first In the U S anyone driving the vehicle is covered In Canada a person driving the vehicle without permission from the owner is not covered Roadside Assistance is...

Page 363: ...change a flat tire with the spare tire The spare tire if equipped must be in good condition and properly inflated It is the owner s responsibility for the repair or replacement of the tire if it is no...

Page 364: ...ts and Assistance Must be over 250 kilometres from where your trip was started to qualify General Motors of Canada Limited requires pre authorization original detailed receipts and a copy of the repai...

Page 365: ...icle for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for the same day repair Courtesy Transportation Program To enhance your ownership experience we and our participat...

Page 366: ...addition for U S customers should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs...

Page 367: ...inally built Genuine GM Collision parts are your best choice to ensure that your vehicle s designed appearance durability and safety are preserved The use of Genuine GM parts can help maintain your GM...

Page 368: ...ginal Equipment Manufacturer OEM parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts Read your lease carefully as you may be charged at the end of your lease for poor quality repairs If a Crash Occurs Her...

Page 369: ...e If you have a question ask for an explanation Reputable shops welcome this opportunity Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs GM recommends...

Page 370: ...ministrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue S E Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from safercar gov Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government...

Page 371: ...vehicle Owner Information Owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner manual includes the Maintenance Sched...

Page 372: ...icle has a number of sophisticated computers that record information about the vehicle s performance and how it is driven For example your vehicle uses computer modules to monitor and control engine a...

Page 373: ...s recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data e g name gender age and crash location is recorded However other parties such as law enforcement could combine the EDR data w...

Page 374: ...ences such as key fobs for remote door locking unlocking and starting and in vehicle transmitters for garage door openers RFID technology in GM vehicles does not use or record personal information or...

Page 375: ...an Airbag Inflate 2 40 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 2 41 When Should an Airbag Inflate 2 39 Where Are the Airbags 2 38 Airbags 2 50 Passenger Status Indicator 4 22 Readiness Light 4 21 S...

Page 376: ...b Replacement 6 44 Battery 6 35 Run Down Protection 4 12 Battery Replacement 3 5 Belt Routing Engine 7 13 Blizzard Conditions 5 20 Bluetooth Controls 4 69 Bluetooth 4 69 Brake Emergencies 5 5 Brake Ad...

Page 377: ...Light 4 27 Checking Coolant 6 26 Checking Engine Oil 6 15 Checking Things Under the Hood 6 10 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 97 Child Restraints Infants and Young Children 2 25 Lower Anchors and Tethers f...

Page 378: ...System 6 23 Coupe 6 90 Courtesy Transportation Program 8 11 Coverage 8 8 Cruise Control 4 7 Cupholders 3 31 Current and Past Model Order Forms 8 17 Customer Assistance 8 6 Offices 8 6 Text Telephone T...

Page 379: ...em Floor Console Fuse Block 6 99 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 6 99 Electrical System cont Headlamp Wiring 6 99 Power Windows and Other Power Options 6 99 Underhood Fuse Block 6 101 Electronic Immobilize...

Page 380: ...Flat Tire 6 70 Fluid Automatic Transmission 6 22 Power Steering 6 30 Windshield Washer 6 31 FM Stereo 4 81 Fog Lamps Bulb Replacement 4 11 Format 4 60 Fuel 6 5 Additives 6 6 California Fuel 6 6 Filli...

Page 381: ...ring Fluid 6 31 How to Detect a Tamper Condition 3 15 How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 22 How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System 6 20 How to Turn Off the System Alarm 3 15 How to Wear S...

Page 382: ...it 4 11 Lights 4 9 Airbag Readiness 4 21 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning 4 24 Brake System Warning 4 23 Charging System 4 23 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 4 26 Flash to Pass 4 5 Highbeam On 4 3...

Page 383: ...e Damage Repair Process 8 15 Manual Locks 1 5 Manual Seats 2 2 Manual Transmission Fluid 6 23 Operation 3 23 Manual Windows 3 13 Message DIC Warnings and Messages 4 36 Mirror Reading Lamps 4 11 Mirror...

Page 384: ...0 Passenger Sensing System 2 43 Passing 5 13 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer 3 16 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer Operation 3 16 Perchlorate Materials Requirements California 6 4 Personalizati...

Page 385: ...te Trunk Release 3 11 Remote Vehicle Start 3 6 Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister 6 79 6 88 Removing the Roof Panel 3 32 Repair Facility 8 14 Replacement Bulbs 6 45 Replacement Parts Mai...

Page 386: ...hicle 2 30 Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint 2 31 Security Light 4 31 Service 6 3 Accessories and Modifications 6 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle 6 5 Doing Your Own Work 6...

Page 387: ...67 Text Telephone TTY Users 8 6 Theft Deterrent Feature 4 79 Theft Deterrent Systems 3 14 Content Theft Deterrent 3 14 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer 3 16 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer Ope...

Page 388: ...eration 5 10 Traction AA A B C 6 66 Transferring a Call 4 77 Transmission Fluid Automatic 6 22 Fluid Manual 6 23 Transmission Operation Automatic 3 21 Transmission Operation Manual 3 23 Transportation...

Page 389: ...e Pass Thru 4 77 Voice Recognition 4 69 W Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 4 17 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages 4 36 Hazard Flashers 4 3 Safety and Symbols iv What Kind of Engine Oil to Use 6 17...

Page 390: ...13 Windshield Washer 4 6 Washer Fluid 6 31 Wiper Blade Replacement 6 46 Wiper Blades Cleaning 6 95 Wipers 4 5 Winter Driving 5 19 Winter Tires 6 48 With Date Display 4 46 Without Date Display 4 46 X...

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