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Table of Contents (cont'd)

Maintenance Schedule

Service and Appearance Care

Section

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Scheduled Maintenance
Owner Checks and Services
Periodic Maintenance Inspections

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Maintenance Records

Fuel
Checking Fluids and Lubricants
GM Oil Life System™ (If Equipped)
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped)
Brakes
Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Tires and Wheels
Appearance Care
Electrical System/Fuses and Circuit Breakers
Capacities and Specifications
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts

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Содержание 2001 Bonneville

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Страница 2: ...rgency 1 800 762 3743 For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 Courtesy Transportation Every 2001 Bonneville under warranty is backed with the following services Free lockout assistance Free dead battery assistance Free out of fuel assistance Free flat tire change Emergency towing ...

Страница 3: ...2001 Pontiac Bonneville Owner s Manual Litho in U S A Part Number 25711398 A First Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 2000 All Rights Reserved i ...

Страница 4: ...amps Mirrors Storage Compartments Convenience Net Option Accessory Power Outlet OnStar System If Equipped Sunroof Option HomeLink Transmitter If Equipped Instrument Panel Warning Lights and Gages Driver Information Center Option Memory and Personalization Head Up Display Option Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts Air Bag Systems Restraint Systems for Children Section 1 Section 2 Seats and Restrai...

Страница 5: ...ng a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio Cassette Player CD Player Radio Theft Deterrent Feature Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Changing a Flat Tire If You re Stuck Problems on the Road iii Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Your Driving and the Road Section 3 Section 4 Section 5 ...

Страница 6: ... Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records Fuel Checking Fluids and Lubricants GM Oil Life System If Equipped Engine Air Cleaner Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter If Equipped Brakes Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires and Wheels Appearance Care Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts iv ...

Страница 7: ... it to quickly find something you want to read Section 8 Customer Satisfaction Procedures Customer Assistance Offices Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Warranty Information See Warranty Manual Reporting Safety Defects on page 8 12 Service Publications Index Section 9 Please refer to the last page of this manual for your Service Station Guide v ...

Страница 8: ...eral Motors of Canada Limited for Pontiac Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propriétaires canadie...

Страница 9: ...nd a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others c...

Страница 10: ...ething that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you 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 You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE ...

Страница 11: ...have to do with your lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIELD WASHER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER VENTILATING FAN These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights ENGINE COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM BRAKE COOLANT ENGINE OIL PRESSURE...

Страница 12: ...ction 5 Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 Spare Tire Pressure See Section 5 Alternate Fuel Door Release See Section 6 Battery See Section 6 Tire Pressure See Section 6 For a More Detailed Look at What s Under the Hood See Section 6 Fuel Use unleaded only See Section 6 for octane ratings ...

Страница 13: ...s Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 14 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 14 Driver Position 1 20 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 21 Right Front Passenger Position 1 21 Air Bag Systems 1 30 Center Front Passenger Position 1 32 Rear Seat Passengers 1 35 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 38 Children 1 41 Restraint Systems for Children 1 52 Older C...

Страница 14: ...dal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Pull up on the control bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it Then release the bar and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place Manual Lumbar Support The knob that controls this feature is located on the outboard side of the...

Страница 15: ...up or down Raise or lower the rear of the seat by holding the rear edge of the control up or down Move the seat forward or rearward by pressing the control towards the front or rear of the vehicle Move the seat higher or lower by holding the whole control up or down Vertical Control Option Move the seatback into a recline position by pressing the top of the control back Move the seatback forward b...

Страница 16: ...ar support Adjust the seat as needed Memory Seat and Mirrors Option If your vehicle has this feature the controls on the driver s door panel are used to program and recall previous settings You can use this feature to save your driver s seat position lumbar adjustment outside mirror positions personalization features comfort controls and radio settings Adjust the driver s seat including the lumbar...

Страница 17: ...osition has not been stored for the current identified driver the seat will move all the way back To stop recall movement of the seat at any time press the power seat control located on the outboard side of the driver s front seat If you would like your stored driving or exit position to be recalled when unlocking your vehicle with the transmitter see DIC Personalization Programming Memory Seat Re...

Страница 18: ...reclines the front seatbacks If your vehicle has the manual recliner lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat and move the seatback to the desired position Release the lever to lock the seatback Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to an upright position But don t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving ...

Страница 19: ... the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ea...

Страница 20: ... might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside 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...

Страница 21: ...most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in 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 s just ...

Страница 22: ...1 10 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop ...

Страница 23: ...1 11 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel ...

Страница 24: ...d sense Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers Q Won t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I m wearing a safety belt A You could be whether you re wearing a safety belt or not But you can unbuckle a safety belt even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you...

Страница 25: ...o get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A You may be an excellent driver but if you re in an accident even one that isn t your fault you and your passengers can be hurt Being a good driver doesn t protect you from things beyond your control ...

Страница 26: ... vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat 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 Don t let it get twisted The lap shoulde...

Страница 27: ...and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining fo...

Страница 28: ...t is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body ...

Страница 29: ...You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you ...

Страница 30: ... be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen ...

Страница 31: ...isted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it ...

Страница 32: ...on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy ...

Страница 33: ...f this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again If your vehicle has a center passenger position be sure to use the correct buckle when buckling your lap shoulder belt If you find that the latch plate will not go fully into the buckle see if you are using the buckle for the center passenger position Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems ...

Страница 34: ... and right front passenger are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear side or low speed frontal crashes And for unrestrained occupants frontal air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past The side impact air bags for th...

Страница 35: ...ble while still maintaining control of the vehicle Front occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system i...

Страница 36: ...tem checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information How the Air Bag Systems Work Where are the air bags The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel ...

Страница 37: ... in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door The right front passenger s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger s seatback closest to the door ...

Страница 38: ...yment occurs If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn t move or deform the threshold level for the reduced deployment is about 10 to 16 mph 16 to 26 km h and the threshold level for a full deployment is about 18 to 24 mph 29 to 38 5 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle st...

Страница 39: ...ear frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But the fronta...

Страница 40: ...ated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the driver from seeing or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an air bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so...

Страница 41: ...nsing and diagnostic module which records information about the frontal air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s safety belt usage at deployment The module also records speed engine rpm brake and throttle data D Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag systems Improper service can mean that an...

Страница 42: ...For up to 10 seconds after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an air bag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it inflates Avoid yellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag systems Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The a...

Страница 43: ...lt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to ...

Страница 44: ...hey can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt All three rear seating positions have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly...

Страница 45: ... make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part ...

Страница 46: ...ld cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too ...

Страница 47: ...ster seats and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here s how to install a ...

Страница 48: ... its storage pocket on the side of the seatback 2 Slide the guide under and past the belt The elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide ...

Страница 49: ...on and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passenger Positions earlier in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides Slide the guide into its storage pocket on the side of the seatback ...

Страница 50: ...ildren up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Infants and Young Children Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by the appropriate restraint Young children should not use the vehicle s safety belts unless there is no other choice CAUTION People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle A baby doesn t weig...

Страница 51: ...Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint syste...

Страница 52: ...traint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs CAUTION Newborn infants need complete support including support for the head and n...

Страница 53: ...e child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that s unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints Restraint Systems for Children An infant car bed A a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child...

Страница 54: ...back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields ...

Страница 55: ... child restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle To help reduce the chance of injury the child also has to be secured within the restraint The vehicle s belt system secures the add on child restraint in the vehicle and the add on child restraint s harness system holds the child in place within the restraint One system the three point harness has straps that come down over each of t...

Страница 56: ...ufacturer Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat General Motors therefore recommends that child restraints be secured in the rear seat including an infant riding in a rear facing infant seat a child riding in a forward facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat Never put a rear fac...

Страница 57: ...nt in a rear seat Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap or top tether It can help restrain the child ...

Страница 58: ...rear seating positions You ll find them behind the rear seat on the filler panel In order to get to a bracket you ll have to open the trim cover Anchor the top strap to one of these anchor points Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the c...

Страница 59: ...t but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s better to secure the child restraint in the rear seat You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put...

Страница 60: ...t if needed If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to ...

Страница 61: ...t and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the righ...

Страница 62: ...s a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of t...

Страница 63: ...aint You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger ...

Страница 64: ...belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckle...

Страница 65: ...ace or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the chi...

Страница 66: ...t in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash ...

Страница 67: ...r frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you ve had a crash do you need new belts After a very minor collisi...

Страница 68: ...ehicle Break In 2 23 Ignition Positions 2 24 Starting Your Engine 2 26 Engine Coolant Heater Option 2 27 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 30 Parking Brake 2 31 Shifting Into PARK P 2 34 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 35 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 35 Engine Exhaust 2 36 Running Your Engine While You re Parked 2 37 Horn 2 37 Tilt Wheel 2 37 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 2 45 Exterior Lamps 2 47 Inte...

Страница 69: ...icle with the windows closed is dangerous A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather ...

Страница 70: ...o the first stop To stop the window while it is lowering in the express mode press the switch again then release it To raise the window hold the switch forward Window Lock Press the LOCK button on the driver s door armrest to disable all of the passenger window switches If your vehicle has a Driver Information Center DIC you can also set the control to only lock out the rear window switches See Dr...

Страница 71: ...cle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with children ...

Страница 72: ...ey is needed you must purchase this key from your dealer The key will have PK3 stamped on it Keep the bar code tag that came with the original keys Give this tag to your dealer if you need a new key made Any new PASS Key III key must be programmed before it will start your vehicle See PASS KeyR III in the Index for more information on programming your new key NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of fe...

Страница 73: ...can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key or remote keyless entry transmitter if your vehicle has this feature With your door key turning the key toward the rear of the vehicle will unlock the door and turning the key t...

Страница 74: ...into PARK P the doors will unlock If someone needs to get out while you re not in PARK P have that person use the manual door lock or the power door lock switch When the door is closed again it will not lock automatically Just use the manual door lock or the power door lock switch to lock the door again Overriding Lock Delay If you need to lock your doors before shifting out of PARK P just use the...

Страница 75: ...e automatic door locks will remain in the most recent mode selected If your vehicle is equipped with remote keyless entry use the following procedure to change modes 1 Keep all doors closed the vehicle in PARK P and the ignition on throughout this procedure 2 Press and hold the driver s power door lock switch in LOCK through Step 4 3 Press the button with the lock symbol on the remote keyless entr...

Страница 76: ...r s power door lock switch in LOCK through Step 4 3 Cycle the parking lamp switch from off to on six times On the sixth cycle the doors will unlock to confirm that the feature has been turned on Your doors will remain locked if delayed locking is off If the doors unlock delayed locking is on 4 To change modes cycle the parking lamp switch once more A locking action will confirm the new mode 5 Rele...

Страница 77: ...ther rear door lock The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use If you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on 1 Unlock the door 2 Then open the door from the outside If you don t cancel the security lock feature adults or older children who ride in the rear seat won t be able to open the rear door from the inside You should let adults ...

Страница 78: ...eived including interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an auth...

Страница 79: ...ex Pressing the lock button may also turn off the interior lamps if illuminated If you have the optional fuel door lock the fuel door will also lock when the lock button is pressed The trunk will unlock when the trunk symbol is pressed when the ignition is in OFF The trunk symbol will also work when the ignition is on but only while in PARK P or NEUTRAL N Instant Alarm When the button with the hor...

Страница 80: ...ure provides feedback to the driver when the vehicle receives a command from the remote keyless entry transmitter Feedback is only provided if all doors are closed the ignition is off and the Retained Accessory Power is inactive The following modes may be selected D Mode 1 No feedback when locking or unlocking vehicle D Mode 2 Parking lamps and the daytime running lamps will flash twice when unloc...

Страница 81: ...opriate feedback Repeat with the unlock button If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center DIC you must program this feature through the DIC See Driver Information Center Personalization Programming in the Index Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost...

Страница 82: ...ttery 1 Insert a thin coin into the notch near the key ring Turn the coin counterclockwise to separate the two halves of the transmitter 2 Once the transmitter is separated use a pencil eraser to remove the old battery Do not use a metal object 3 Remove and replace the battery Replace it as the instructions inside the cover indicate 4 Snap the transmitter back together tightly to be sure no moistu...

Страница 83: ...tting on OUTSIDE AIR or with RECIRC turned off That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index D If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index Trunk Lock Release To unlock the trunk from the outside insert the master key and turn it Remote Trunk Release Option If you have this option press the trunk re...

Страница 84: ...e trunk or the glovebox Trunk Security Override Option Pressing the trunk symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter opens the trunk even if the glove box is locked Trunk Release Handle If Equipped There is a glow in the dark trunk release handle located in the trunk near the trunk latch This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle up to open the trunk from the ins...

Страница 85: ...heel will be locked and so will your ignition and transaxle And remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area or take them with you Parking Lots Even if you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle it s still best to lock it up and take your keys But...

Страница 86: ...e security system has detected a problem See your dealer for service If a door is opened without the key or remote keyless entry transmitter or if the door key cylinders are damaged the alarm will go off The exterior lamps will flash and the horn will sound for 30 seconds then will go off in order to save battery power Remember the theft deterrent system won t activate if you lock the doors with a...

Страница 87: ... should check to see if the horn works The horn fuse may be blown To replace the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index If the alarm does not sound or the exterior lamps do not flash see your dealer PASS KeyR III Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS Key III Personalized Automotive Security System theft deterrent system PASS Key III is a passive theft deterrent system This means you don...

Страница 88: ...ethod to start the vehicle will be discouraged because of the high number of electrical key codes When trying to start the vehicle if the engine does not start and the SECURITY light comes on the key may have a damaged transponder 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 may also want to che...

Страница 89: ...ine if you turn it off Your PASS Key III system however is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key III system at this time If you lose or damage a PASS Key III key see your dealer to have a new key made New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your vehicle doesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow t...

Страница 90: ...y with your hand Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs service ACC Accessory In this position you can operate your electrical power accessories such as power windows sunroof option audio system and windshield wipers ON This is the position the switch returns to after you start your engine and release the switch Even when t...

Страница 91: ... option and power windows for up to 10 minutes Power is turned off if you open a door Always leave your key in OFF If you leave your key in any position other than OFF your battery will discharge prematurely Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only...

Страница 92: ...stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing This time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds to clear the extra gasoline from the engine After waiting about 15 seconds repeat the normal s...

Страница 93: ...let could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away...

Страница 94: ...UTION It is 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 Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless 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 won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set...

Страница 95: ...to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transaxle see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NEUTRAL N In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N...

Страница 96: ...hoose THIRD 3 instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D D When driving on hilly winding roads D when towing a trailer so there is less shifting between gears or D when going down a steep hill SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off a...

Страница 97: ...transaxle Also if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transaxle Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in position on a hill Parking Brake Your vehicle has a PUSH TO RELEASE parking brake To set the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Push down the parking bra...

Страница 98: ...heat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill see Towing a Trailer in the Index That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving Shifting Into PARK P 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 Yo...

Страница 99: ...the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P like this D Pull the lever toward you D Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 Turn the ignition key to OFF 4 Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P ...

Страница 100: ...ove suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and your parking brake is fir...

Страница 101: ... the parking pawl in the transaxle so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in ON See Automatic Transaxle in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever al...

Страница 102: ...sciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if D Your exhaust system sounds strange or different D Your vehicle gets rusty underneath D Your vehicle was damaged in a collision D Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris D Repairs weren t done correctly D Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is...

Страница 103: ...e engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be inju...

Страница 104: ... you exit and enter the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel into place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following D Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicators D Headlamp Control D Headlamp High Low Beam Changer...

Страница 105: ...to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it If the arrows flash very fast as you signal a turn or a lane change a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident See Bulb Replacement in the Index If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal ...

Страница 106: ...l of the lamps and lights off Wiper Activated Headlamps This feature turns on the low beam headlamps instrument panel cluster backlighting and taillamps when the Twilight SentinelR is in day mode and after the windshield wipers have been in use for approximately six seconds To operate the wiper activated headlamps the Twilight Sentinel must be on If the wiper activated headlamps are on and the ign...

Страница 107: ...n front of you that you want to pass It works even if your headlamps are off To use it pull the turn signal lever toward you If your headlamps are off or on low beam your high beam headlamps will turn on They ll stay on as long as you hold the lever toward you and the high beam indicator on the instrument panel cluster will come on Release the lever to turn the high beam headlamps off Windshield W...

Страница 108: ... an overload Keep in mind that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If your blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts See Wiper Blade Replacement in the Index Windshield Washer At the end of the wiper lever there s a button To spray washer fluid on the windsh...

Страница 109: ... a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic D Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t use cruise control on slippery roads If your vehicle is in cruise control when the optional traction control system begins to limit wheel spin the crui...

Страница 110: ...accelerate briefly You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there Remember that if you hold the lever at R A the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake So unless you want to go faster don t hold the lever at R A Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed D Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher...

Страница 111: ...ontrol on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be ...

Страница 112: ... will be on at reduced intensity The taillamps sidemarker and other lamps won t be on Your instrument panel won t be lit either When it s dark enough outside your regular intensity headlamps will come on at full brightness and the DRL lighting will turn off The parking lamps that normally come on with your headlamps will also come on When it s bright enough outside the regular intensity headlamps ...

Страница 113: ...l keep your headlamps on for up to three minutes to light your way when you leave your vehicle To operate Twilight Sentinel turn the DELAY knob located to the left of the steering column on the instrument panel fully clockwise for the three minute delay Turn it counterclockwise to reduce the delay Turn the knob to OFF to turn Twilight Sentinel off At night you can turn off all exterior lamps when ...

Страница 114: ...f you need to leave the lamps on for more than 10 minutes use the manual control to turn the lamps back on after turning the ignition to OFF and opening any door To delay the lamps from turning off see Twilight SentinelR in the Index Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control When it is dark outside you can brighten or dim your instrument panel cluster lights by turning the DIM knob in the...

Страница 115: ...ock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped will override the delayed entry lighting and the lamps will turn off immediately Theater Dimming This feature allows for a three to five second fade out of the courtesy lamps instead of immediate turn off after you remove the key from the ignition Delayed Exit Lighting This feature will turn on the interior lamps for 25 seconds after y...

Страница 116: ...orn will chirp once 5 Release the door lock switch The perimeter lighting feature is now off To turn the feature on do the following 1 Keep all doors closed the vehicle in PARK P and the ignition on throughout this procedure 2 Press and hold LOCK on the power door lock switch throughout this procedure All the doors will lock 3 Press the instant alarm on the transmitter Perimeter lighting remains o...

Страница 117: ...the lamp off To avoid draining your vehicle s battery be sure to turn off the reading lamps when leaving your vehicle See Inadvertent Power Battery Saver later in this section for more information Rear Reading Lamps The rear reading lamps will come on as courtesy lamps when you open any of the doors while it is dark outside They will also come on as part of the interior lighting features listed pr...

Страница 118: ...wer fan heated seats and engine cooling fans If your vehicle s battery remains in a heavy discharge condition for a long period of time the blower fan rear defogger heated seats and heated mirrors will be disabled and the DIC will display BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This can happen either under long periods of idling or low speed driving with high electrical loading or in the event of a charging system f...

Страница 119: ...n to its clear daytime state when the glare is reduced Mirror Operation To turn on the automatic dimming feature press AUTO or the on off button for mirrors equipped with OnStar controls To turn off automatic dimming press OFF or the on off button for mirrors equipped with OnStar controls The indicator light will be illuminated when this feature is active Power Remote Control Mirrors Your vehicle ...

Страница 120: ...REVERSE R to DRIVE D to REVERSE R occur during a parallel parking maneuver This feature can be programmed on or off through the DIC personalization programming menu See DIC Personalization Programming in the Index for programming instructions Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex ...

Страница 121: ...s gloves etc Rear Armrest Your vehicle has a rear armrest with cupholders and a pass through feature Rear Storage Compartment Option Your vehicle may have a rear storage armrest with cupholders and a pass through feature Lift the front of the cover on the armrest to reveal the storage space Pull down the interior door to access the trunk Convenience Net Option Your vehicle may have a convenience n...

Страница 122: ...ette lighter is located next to the storage tray To use a lighter just push the center in all the way and let it go When it is ready the center will pop back out by itself Pull out the entire unit to use it NOTICE Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating If you do it won t be able to back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overheat damaging t...

Страница 123: ...air inflator for use in maintaining proper air pressure for the tires The air inflator is located in the trunk The air inflator will work only with the ignition on Pressing the AIR button will activate the inflator for ten minutes The air inflator comes with a kit that includes a 20 foot 6 1 m hose and an air pressure gage as well as instructions and special adapters for inflating things like an a...

Страница 124: ...rical equipment you install Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible to the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on the power accessory plugs The accessory power outlet will only operate when the ignition key is in ON and for 10 minutes after turning the ignition OFF If you would ...

Страница 125: ... center will locate your vehicle and assess the situation If necessary the advisor will alert the nearest emergency service provider Call ANSWER END Button Use this button to answer a call If you are receiving a call the audio system will mute and the ring will be heard Press this button at the end of a call to disconnect and return the audio system to its previous settings This button will also c...

Страница 126: ...ocation For vehicle breakdowns press the OnStar button An advisor will contact the appropriate help D Remote Diagnostics If an instrument panel light comes on the center can perform a check of the engine on board computer An advisor can then recommend what action needs to be taken D OnStar MED NET Med Net can store your personal medical history and provide it to emergency personnel if necessary Re...

Страница 127: ... available when the vehicle is within the operating range of a cellular provider D subject to limitations caused by atmospheric conditions such as severe weather or topographical conditions such as mountainous terrain D subject to cellular carrier equipment limitations Global positioning capabilities used to deliver OnStar Service will not be available if satellite signals are obstructed OnStar wi...

Страница 128: ...rward As the glass panel closes it will open slightly toward the vent position to provide a better seal The sunshade can only be closed by hand Press and release the switch rearward to the second position to express open the glass panel It will stop in a partially open position The glass panel may be fully opened by pressing the switch rearward again When the glass panel is express opening pressin...

Страница 129: ...d service facility could void authorization to use this equipment Programming the HomeLinkR Transmitter Do not use the HomeLink Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse safety feature This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door you are programming Your vehicle s engin...

Страница 130: ...Link Transmitter make sure that you have followed the directions exactly as described The HomeLink Transmitter may not work with older garage door openers that do not meet current Federal Consumer Safety Standards If you cannot program the transmitter after repeated attempts refer to Rolling Code Programming later in this section or contact the HomeLink Transmitter manufacturer at 1 800 355 3515 B...

Страница 131: ...motor head unit must be trained to the HomeLink Transmitter Rolling Code Programming If Equipped If you have not previously programmed the hand held transmitter to the HomeLink Transmitter see Programming the HomeLinkR Transmitter listed previously If you have completed this programming already you now need to train the garage door opener motor head unit to recognize the HomeLink Transmitter Refer...

Страница 132: ... recognize the HomeLink Transmitter You may either use the HomeLink Transmitter or the hand held transmitter to open the garage door If after following these instructions you still have problems training the garage door opener contact the HomeLink Transmitter manufacturer at 1 800 355 3515 Erasing Channels To erase all three programmed channels hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator...

Страница 133: ...2 66 The Instrument Panel Your Information System ...

Страница 134: ...ction Lever C Audio System Steering Wheel Controls D Windshield Wiper Lever E Steering Column Shift Lever F Driver Information Center DIC Controls If Equipped G Audio System H Hazard Warning Flashers Control I Twilight SentinelR and Fog Lamp Controls J Ignition Switch K Comfort Control System L Glove Box ...

Страница 135: ...now how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economically Your vehicle is equipped with one of these instrument panel clusters which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages Standard Cluster United States version shown Canada similar ...

Страница 136: ...2 69 Cluster with Driver Information Center DIC United States version shown Canada similar ...

Страница 137: ...2 70 Cluster with Driver Information Center DIC and Boost Gage United States version shown Canada similar ...

Страница 138: ...has probably tried to turn it back You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far you...

Страница 139: ...together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow this manual s advice Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous So please get to know your warning lights and gages They re a b...

Страница 140: ...ou are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the air bag system may not be working properly The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a crash To help avoid injury to yourself or others have your vehicle serviced rig...

Страница 141: ...usters with a voltmeter gage do not have a battery warning light They have a CHECK GAGES warning to indicate a problem On vehicles with a DIC a CHECK CHARGE SYSTEM message will be displayed and a warning chime will sound See DIC Warnings and Messages in the Index for more information Voltmeter If Equipped You have a voltmeter unless you have the supercharged engine When the ignition is running the...

Страница 142: ...ht away United States Canada This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the lig...

Страница 143: ...ine is started and may stay on for five seconds That s normal If the light stays on turn the ignition to OFF Or if the light comes on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays on or comes on again while you re driving your vehicle needs service If the regular brake system warning light isn t on yo...

Страница 144: ...utton located on the center console the warning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on press the button again The warning light should go off See Traction Control System in the Index for more information D If there s a brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on If your brakes ...

Страница 145: ...ake pedal This is normal In these situations when the LOW TRAC light is on and the system is engaged you should continue to steer in the direction you want to go The system is designed to help you in bad weather or other difficult driving situations by making the most of whatever road conditions will permit D The optional Traction Control System is active and is limiting wheel spin You may feel th...

Страница 146: ... The section Problems on the Road in this manual explains what to do if your engine overheats See Engine Overheating in the Index Tire Pressure Light If Equipped The check tire pressure system can alert you to a large change in the pressure of one tire After the system has been properly calibrated the TIRE PRESS light will come on if a pressure difference low pressure is detected in one tire The l...

Страница 147: ... indicated by the system before any problem is apparent This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smo...

Страница 148: ...he amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If ...

Страница 149: ...ment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know in ord...

Страница 150: ...HECK GAGES light will come on and a warning chime will sound On vehicles with a DIC a CHECK GAGES OIL PRESSURE message will be displayed and a warning chime will sound See DIC Warnings and Messages in the Index for more information CAUTION Don t keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon ...

Страница 151: ...he Index On vehicles with a DIC the CHECK OIL LEVEL light is replaced by an OIL LEVEL LOW message See DIC Warnings and Messages in the Index for more information Service Vehicle Soon Light If Equipped This light will come on briefly as a bulb check when your ignition is turned to ON This light will come on and a warning chime will sound if you have a certain non emissions related vehicle problem T...

Страница 152: ...in the Index for more information Check Gages Warning Light If Equipped This light is part of the systems monitor It will come on briefly as a bulb check when your ignition is turned to ON If this light comes on and stays on while you are driving check your gages for fuel coolant temperature oil pressure and voltage Door Ajar Light If Equipped This light is part of the systems monitor It will come...

Страница 153: ...ll sound when the trunk is not completely closed On vehicles with a DIC the TRUNK AJAR light is replaced by the TRUNK AJAR message See DIC Warnings and Messages in the Index for more information Fuel Gage United States Canada When the ignition is on your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have in your tank ...

Страница 154: ...t takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank Boost Gage If Equipped Vehicles equipped with the supercharged engine have this boost gage that indicates vacuum during light to moderate throttle and boost under heavier thrott...

Страница 155: ...arning Light in the Index D WASHER FLUID This message means your washer fluid tank is less than about 30 percent full If this light comes on see Low Washer Fluid Warning Light in the Index D DOOR AJAR This message means that either the driver s door or one of the passenger s doors is not completely closed If this light comes on see Door Ajar Light in the Index D TIRE PRESS This message means one o...

Страница 156: ...t the check tire pressure system To reset the system or for more information see Check Tire Pressure System in the Index Driver Information Center DIC If Equipped Your vehicle may have a Driver Information Center DIC The DIC will display information about how your vehicle is functioning as well as warning messages if a system problem is detected DIC Displays and Controls There are two lines in the...

Страница 157: ...r is continuously updated with the vehicle s performance status The following buttons are on the DIC control panel which is located to the right of the instrument panel cluster D TRIP RESET Allows you to reset your trip odometer To reset the trip odometer press the TRIP RESET button The trip odometer will now accumulate miles kilometers until the next reset D MODE Use this button to toggle through...

Страница 158: ...r the last 25 miles 40 25 km driven and the fuel remaining in the fuel tank If the fuel range drops below 40 miles 64 4 km the display will show FUEL RANGE LOW The RESET button does not function in this mode Fuel Used Press the SELECT button until the display shows FUEL USED The value indicates how much fuel has been used since the last reset Don t confuse fuel used with the amount of fuel in your...

Страница 159: ...K TIRE PRESSURE and the tire pressure status will show TIRE PRESSURE LOW If you see the CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message you should stop as soon as you can and check all your tires for damage If a tire is flat see If a Tire Goes Flat in the Index Also check the tire pressure in all four tires as soon as you can See Inflation Tire Pressure and Check Tire Pressure System in the Index DIC Warnings and Mes...

Страница 160: ...ion Center It means that an advanced computer controlled system has come on to help your vehicle continue to go in the direction in which you re steering This stability enhancement system activates when the computer senses that your vehicle is just starting to spin as it might if you hit a patch of ice or other slippery spot on the road When the system is on you may hear a noise or feel a vibratio...

Страница 161: ...pass where in the country you are driving The compass remembers your zone so you only have to change it if you drive to a new zone on the map The compass adjusts only a small amount for each zone so you may not notice a difference if you drive from one zone to the next one until you cross several zones Choosing Your Zone Number Locate your zone number on the above map If your number is different t...

Страница 162: ...SET button 4 The display will change to SLOWLY DRIVE IN SMALL CIRCLES Drive the vehicle in small circles Don t drive faster than 10 mph 16 km h 5 Continue to drive in circles until the CALIBRATION COMPLETE is displayed on the DIC and a direction is shown for the compass Your compass should be calibrated You will know this when a direction is shown and the CALIBRATE COMPASS message is no longer dis...

Страница 163: ...ated on the driver s door The DIC is used to program information for DRIVER 1 and DRIVER 2 The DIC will identify a person as UNKNOWN DRIVER if they are neither DRIVER 1 nor DRIVER 2 DIC Personalization Programming The DIC can be used to program the following personalization features available with your vehicle D Automatic Door Locks D Window Lockout D Security Feedback D Delayed Locking D Perimete...

Страница 164: ...or press the button with the unlock symbol on your transmitter or select the personalization programming mode and choose the correct driver number Use the following steps for personalization programming instructions 1 Turn the ignition on and keep the transaxle in PARK P 2 Press the MODE button to reach personalization programming display 3 Press the SELECT button to enter personalization programm...

Страница 165: ...election mode without moving through each of the personalization features simply press a different button on the DIC or turn off the ignition The personal choices you made will still be retained even without passing through each of the features In order for your personal choices to save you must press SELECT after making your selections If you happen to move past a selection you would like to make...

Страница 166: ...you shift out of PARK P and the doors will unlock every time you stop and shift into PARK P If you choose ON for AUTO DOOR LOCKS and OFF for UNLOCK your doors will lock every time you shift out of PARK P and there will be no automatic door unlock when shifting back into PARK P If you choose ON for UNLOCK and DRIVER for DOOR TO UNLOCK only the driver s door will automatically unlock when shifting i...

Страница 167: ...ure see Window Lock in the Index Security Feedback By choosing different combinations of these selections you can choose the type of transmitter activated feedback when locking and unlocking your vehicle with your transmitter Each time you make a selection by pressing the RESET button press the SELECT button to record your choice D KEYLESS FEEDBACK OFF ON D LIGHTS FEEDBACK OFF ON D HORN FEEDBACK O...

Страница 168: ...ELECT button to record your selection For more information on this feature see Delayed Locking in the Index Perimeter Lighting Personalization When the button with the unlock symbol on the transmitter is pressed the Daytime Running Lamps high beams at reduced intensity parking lamps and back up lamps will turn on if it is dark enough according to the Twilight SentinelR You can control activation o...

Страница 169: ...ears and then choose EXIT when the RECALL POSITION choice appears The seat will move when you enter the vehicle after unlocking it with a remote keyless entry transmitter This will allow for easy entry For more information on this feature see Memory Seat and Mirrors in the Index Parallel Park Assist If Equipped The parallel park assist mirror which tips the passenger mirror while the vehicle is in...

Страница 170: ...lay HUD you can see some of the driver information also available on your instrument panel cluster The information may be displayed in English or metric units and appears as a reflection on the windshield The HUD shows the following D Speedometer Reading D Turn Signal Indicators D High beam Indicator Symbol D CHECK GAGES Message for low oil pressure high coolant temperature low oil level high low ...

Страница 171: ...y If you never look at your instrument panel cluster you may not see something important such as a warning light So be sure to scan your displays and controls and the driving environment just as you would in a vehicle without HUD NOTICE Although the HUD image appears to be near the front of the vehicle do not use it as a parking aid The HUD was not designed for that purpose If you try to use it th...

Страница 172: ...t the seat if necessary before setting the height control Press and hold the top of the IMAGE image height control raising the HUD image as far as possible Then press on the bottom of the HUD image height control to move the image down so the image is as low as possible but in full view 3 Turn the dimmer control counterclockwise until the HUD image is no brighter than necessary To turn the HUD off...

Страница 173: ...ens because the cleaner fluid could leak inside the unit If you can t see the HUD image when the ignition is on check to see if D The HUD unit is covered D the HUD dimmer control is adjusted correctly D the HUD image is adjusted to the proper height or D a fuse in the fuse panel may have blown See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index If the HUD image is not clear it could be too bright Move the...

Страница 174: ...pe Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System RDS If Equipped 3 20 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System RDS If Equipped 3 27 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System RDS If Equipped 3 36 Trunk Mounted CD Changer Option 3 40 Theft Deterrent Feature RDS Radios 3 ...

Страница 175: ...fter the button with the unlock symbol on a remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed and the ignition is in ON the climate control will adjust to the last settings of the identified driver The settings can also be changed by pressing one of the memory buttons 1 or 2 located on the driver s door until you hear two beeps When adjustments are made the new settings are automatically saved for that ...

Страница 176: ... to remove the moisture from the inside of the windshield when the outside temperature is cold or the humidity is high FRONT This setting directs most of the airflow to the front windshield defroster with some airflow to the side window defrosters and lower floor outlets To improve windshield clearing performance when you select FRONT defrost your air conditioning compressor will run automatically...

Страница 177: ...ack on in PANEL mode by selecting the A C button Even though A C is not selected in FRONT defrost mode the A C compressor will run automatically at temperatures over approximately 40_F 4_C to improve windshield clearing performance Electronic Climate Control System Option Temperature Knob Driver s Side The driver s side knob changes the temperature of the air coming through the system on the drive...

Страница 178: ...cted mode until the MODE or AUTO button is pushed Auto Button Press the AUTO button to set the system to automatically control the air delivery mode fan speed A C and RECIRC operations Whenever you press AUTO the display will change to show the current driver set temperature automatic air delivery mode and fan speed After five seconds the display will change back to the EXT external temperature ou...

Страница 179: ...ng and fan speed If you choose the temperature setting of 90_F 33_C the system will remain at the maximum heat setting and fan speed Choosing either maximum setting will not cause the system to heat or cool any faster Be careful not to cover the sensor located on the top of the instrument panel near the windshield This sensor regulates temperature based on sun load The EXT exterior temperature sen...

Страница 180: ... setting PASSENGER PUSH OFF Press this knob to cancel the passenger s set temperature The passenger s set temperature will be set equal to the driver s set temperature Both the words DRIVER and PASS will be displayed under the set temperature in the display area A C Press this button to turn the air conditioning compressor on and off When A C is selected or in AUTO mode the system will run the A C...

Страница 181: ... hot days open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best If you have the standard system for quick cool down on very hot days use the airflow from the PANEL outlets press RECIRC and A C with the temperature knob in the blue area If this max A C setting is u...

Страница 182: ...dows clear Use FRONT defrost to remove fog or ice from the windshield quickly in extremely humid or cold conditions If you have the standard system select DEFOG and adjust the fan speed to your comfort level Turn the A C on to help dehumidify the air Use FRONT defrost with the temperature toward the red area and the fan control toward high If you have the electronic system and select FRONT defrost...

Страница 183: ...keep the rear glass clear Do not attach a temporary vehicle license tape or decals across the defogger grid on the rear window NOTICE Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp This may damage the defogger grid The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Ventilation System For mild outside temperatures when ...

Страница 184: ...e outlet off For the most efficient airflow and temperature control keep the shut off door in the fully opened position In vehicles equipped with rear seat outlets you can adjust the airflow toward either seating area the floor or upward Move the knob in the center of each outlet in any direction to direct airflow Increase or reduce the amount of airflow from the upper outlets by adjusting the lev...

Страница 185: ...nder the front seats clear of objects This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle Audio Systems Your audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the adv...

Страница 186: ...the volume at the desired level Press this button to select MIN MED or MAX Each choice allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any particular speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use SCV select OFF Finding a Station AM FM Press this...

Страница 187: ...steps for each pushbutton PRESET SCAN Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for more than four seconds until the pscan icon and the preset number appear on the display You will hear a double beep Use PRESET SCAN to listen to each of your preset stations for a few seconds The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons stop for a few seconds then go on to the next preset st...

Страница 188: ...een programmed for use with talk radio but it can be preset to a different tone Using RDS Mode Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System RDS RDS mode gives you many useful new features With RDS the radio can D Seek only to stations with the types of programs you want to listen to D seek to stations with traffic announcements D receive announcements concerning local and national emerge...

Страница 189: ...arts of the message faster than every three seconds press this button again A new group of words will appear on the display Once the complete message has been displayed INFO will disappear from the display until another new message is received PROG TYPE This button is used to turn on and off Program Type PTY select The P TYPE icon will appear on the display and the SELECT LED indicator next to the...

Страница 190: ...ncement and resume when the announcement is finished ALTERNATE FREQUENCY This feature allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type Press and hold AM FM for two seconds to turn alternate frequency on AF ON will appear on the display The radio may switch to stronger stations Press and hold AM FM again for two seconds to turn alternate frequency off AF OFF will appear o...

Страница 191: ...IGHT TAPE is displayed when the tape is tight and the player can t turn the tape hubs Remove the tape Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil Turn the tape over and repeat If the hubs do not turn easily your tape may be damaged and should not be used in the player Try a new tape to make sure your player is working properly BROKEN TAPE is di...

Страница 192: ...to be skipped will appear on the display SCAN Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep Use SCAN to listen to each selection for a few seconds The tape will go to the next selection stop for a few seconds then go on to the next selection Press this button again to stop scanning The sound will mute and SCAN will appear on t...

Страница 193: ...bypass feature on your tape player To activate the bypass feature use the following steps 1 Turn the ignition to ON or ACCESSORY 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press and hold the TAPE AUX button for three seconds The tape symbol on the display will flash for five seconds and READY will appear on the display indicating the feature is active 4 Insert the adapter into the cassette slot It will power up the r...

Страница 194: ...tion and stay there The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds until the scan icon appears on the display and you hear a beep Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning PUS...

Страница 195: ...urn it counterclockwise to decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To set all of the tone controls to the middle position press and hold TONE until FLAT appears on the display EQ This feature allows you to choose preset bass mid and treble equalization settings designed for different individual listening tastes Press EQ to select the desired preset equaliz...

Страница 196: ...is button to receive traffic announcements The traffic announcement brackets will appear on the display TRAF will appear on the display if the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements the radio will seek to a station that does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements it will stop If no station i...

Страница 197: ...ng to a compact disc the last selected RDS FM station will interrupt play if that selected PTY format is broadcast PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite Program Types PTYs These buttons have factory PTY presets You can set up to 12 PTYs six FM1 and six FM2 by performing the following steps 1 Press PROG TYPE if it is not already on 2 Press AM FM to select FM1 or F...

Страница 198: ...tween the speakers Press and hold this button for two seconds to return both fade and balance to the middle position Playing a Compact Disc With the ignition on insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing If you want to insert a CD when the ignition is off first press the eject button or the RCL knob Inserting a CD with the radio o...

Страница 199: ...nds have played Press the up arrow to go to the next track If you hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the disc SCAN Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep Use SCAN to listen to each selection for a few seconds The disc will go to the next selection stop ...

Страница 200: ...sc The radio will play Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first Radio Calibration Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CALIBRATE appears on the display it means that your radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to the deale...

Страница 201: ...ion and stay there The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds until the scan icon appears on the display and you hear a beep Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning PUSH...

Страница 202: ...crease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To set all of the tone controls to the middle position press and hold TONE until FLAT appears on the display EQ This feature allows you to choose preset bass mid and treble equalization settings designed for different individual listening tastes Press EQ to select the desired preset equalization setting Each time you p...

Страница 203: ...traffic announcements The traffic announcement brackets will appear on the display TRAF will appear on the display if the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements the radio will seek to a station that does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements it will stop If no station is found NO TRAFFIC wi...

Страница 204: ...pact disc the last selected RDS FM station will interrupt play if that selected PTY format is broadcast PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite Program Types PTYs These buttons have factory PTY presets You can set up to 12 PTYs six FM1 and six FM2 by performing the following steps 1 Press PROG TYPE if it is not already on 2 Press AM FM to select FM1 or FM2 3 Turn t...

Страница 205: ...n the speakers Press and hold this button for two seconds to return both fade and balance to the middle position Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right If the ignition is on but t...

Страница 206: ...will show FREQ and FWD and two right arrows If the radio is playing a RDS station the display will only show FREQ BY 2 Press this button to play the other side of the tape AA 4 Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly Press it again to return to playing speed The radio will play the last selected station while the tape reverses You may select stations during REV operation by using TUNE D 6 Pr...

Страница 207: ...d an icon will be lit in the display Press this button to remove the tape The radio will play Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off Cassettes may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first CLEAN PLAYER If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as ...

Страница 208: ...ss EQ to select the desired preset equalization setting while playing a compact disc The equalization will be automatically set whenever you play a compact disc SEEK Press the down arrow while playing a CD to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played Press the up arrow to go to the next track If you hold the button or press it more than once the player will contin...

Страница 209: ... CD TAPE button will activate the changer and an icon will be lit in the display Press this button to remove the disc The radio will play Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first Radio Calibration Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CALIBRATE appears on the d...

Страница 210: ...disc on the tray label side up If you load a disc label side down the disc will not play and an error will occur Gently push the tray back into the magazine slot until it locks into place Repeat this procedure for loading up to 12 discs in the magazine Once you have loaded the discs in the magazine slide open the door of the compact disc CD changer Push the magazine into the changer in the directi...

Страница 211: ...radio display If the CD changer is checking the magazine for CDs the compact disc symbol will flash on the display until the changer is ready to play If CD changer mode is entered during initialization LOADING will appear on the display When a CD begins playing a disc and track number will be displayed The disc numbers are listed on the front of the magazine Compact Disc Changer Errors If an error...

Страница 212: ...on the display and a chime will sound The tracks on the current disc will play in random order Press this button again to turn off the random feature and return to normal operation AA 4 Press and hold this button to reverse quickly within a track As the CD reverses elapsed time will be displayed with a flashing arrow to help you find the correct passage 5 Press this button to select the previous d...

Страница 213: ...lly by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN If the radio is moved to a different vehicle it will not operate and LOCKED will be displayed With THEFTLOCK activated your radio will not operate if stolen Audio Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature you can control certain radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel SEEK Press the up or...

Страница 214: ...em Press it again or any other radio button to turn on the sound Understanding Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it FM Stereo FM stereo will give ...

Страница 215: ...n add what you want If you can it s very important to do it properly NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine Delphi Delco Electronics radio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly So before adding sound equipment check wit...

Страница 216: ...e tape head This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its own A non scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner The use of a non scrubbing action dry type cleaning cassette is not recommended After you clean the player press and hold the eject button for five seconds to reset the CLEAN PLAYER indicator The radio will display CLEANED to show the indicat...

Страница 217: ... by your warranty If when you turn on your rear window defogger you hear static on your radio station it could mean that a defogger grid line has been damaged If this is true the grid line must be repaired If you choose to add an aftermarket cellular telephone to your vehicle and the antenna needs to be attached to the glass be sure that you do not damage the grid lines for the AM FM antennas or p...

Страница 218: ...iving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Traction Control System If Equipped 4 10 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 20 City Driving 4 21 Freeway Driving 4 22 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 23 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 25 Winter Driving 4 29 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 30 Loa...

Страница 219: ...eventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call ...

Страница 220: ... alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the pr...

Страница 221: ...me other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the driving sk...

Страница 222: ...l in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and j...

Страница 223: ...hen you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 ...

Страница 224: ...to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start your engine or when you beg...

Страница 225: ...he wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates ...

Страница 226: ...ery best braking Traction Control System If Equipped Your vehicle may have a traction control system that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system works the front brakes and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin You may...

Страница 227: ...raction control system warning light in the instrument cluster will come on and stay on If the system is limiting wheel spin when you press the button the warning light will come on but the system won t turn off right away It will wait until there s no longer a current need to limit wheel spin You can turn the system back on at any time by pressing the button again The traction control system warn...

Страница 228: ...ly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places You can lose control Refer to Traction Control in the Index What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and slow down If you have StabilitrakR you ...

Страница 229: ... apply your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a fu...

Страница 230: ...g another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing D Drive ahe...

Страница 231: ...ars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot D Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see ...

Страница 232: ...em is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs If you have StabilitrakR you may see the STABILITY SYST...

Страница 233: ... roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead D In remote areas watch for animals D If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also a...

Страница 234: ...ract repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and aren t even aware of it Driv...

Страница 235: ...fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water o...

Страница 236: ...ater that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a s...

Страница 237: ...a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving D Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start t...

Страница 238: ...e into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your t...

Страница 239: ...ve it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Pontiac dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip D Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside D Wiper Blades Are they in good shape D Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Hav...

Страница 240: ...e the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips D Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior D Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently D If you get sleepy pull off the road...

Страница 241: ...ill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill D Know how to go uphill Drive in the highest ge...

Страница 242: ...r a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle ...

Страница 243: ...ation You ll have a lot less traction or grip and will need to be very careful What s the worst time for this Wet ice Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all You can get wet ice when it s about freezing 32_F 0_C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand cre...

Страница 244: ...nti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have the anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock in the Index D Allow greater following distance on any slippery road D Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that s covered with ice On an othe...

Страница 245: ...summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe D Turn on your hazard flashers D Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow D Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing t...

Страница 246: ...ghtly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable fro...

Страница 247: ... in your vehicle and the total weight that you can carry This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options The other label is the Certification label found on the rear edge of the driver s door It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the w...

Страница 248: ...goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash D Put things in the trunk of your vehicle In a trunk put them as far forward as you can Try to spread the weight evenly D Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them ar...

Страница 249: ...ld read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That s the reason for this part In it are many time tested important trailering tips and safety rule...

Страница 250: ...ions when towing a trailer Don t drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers or no more than 55 mph 90 km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts Three important considerations have to do with weight D the weight of the trailer D the weight of the trailer tongue D and the total weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never weigh m...

Страница 251: ...ch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B If you have a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 12 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items a...

Страница 252: ...r or by the trailer manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig And never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes Does your trailer have its own brakes Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install...

Страница 253: ...and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move you...

Страница 254: ...ou are seeing your signal when they are not It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Your vehicle has bulb warning lights When you plug a trailer lighting system into your vehicle s lighting system its bulb warning lights may not let you know if one of your lamps goes out So when you have a trailer lighting system plugged in be sure to check your vehicle ...

Страница 255: ...own while you D Start your engine D Shift into a gear and D Release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially ...

Страница 256: ... that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 10 Cooling System 5 18 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 18 Changing a Flat Tire 5 29 Compact Spare Tire 5 30 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Страница 257: ...your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers push the button again When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind ...

Страница 258: ...gas that can explode or ignite D They contain enough electricity to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelcoR battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test or jump start the battery if the hydrometer ...

Страница 259: ...nsaxle in PARK P and a manual transmission in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries In addition it could save your radio NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged T...

Страница 260: ...doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You don t need to add water to the ACDelcoR battery installed in every new GM vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of that first If you don t explosive gas could be present Battery fluid contains acid t...

Страница 261: ... to a heavy unpainted metal engine part Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too Also don t connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 7 Connect the red positive cable to...

Страница 262: ...ry s negative terminal Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part on the vehicle with the dead battery 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it ...

Страница 263: ...ry 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the negative terminal on the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the red positive remote terminal cover to its original position Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to ...

Страница 264: ...ine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool NO...

Страница 265: ...ift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam idle the engine for three m...

Страница 266: ...be at or above the FULL COLD mark if the engine is hot the coolant level should be at FULL HOT If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engin...

Страница 267: ...ey aren t your vehicle needs service How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at the FULL COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR engine coolant at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Pl...

Страница 268: ...ot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the FULL COLD mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool b...

Страница 269: ...hey are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap ...

Страница 270: ...cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap ...

Страница 271: ... up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off ...

Страница 272: ...adiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this ...

Страница 273: ...e under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on your h...

Страница 274: ...ng the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you ll need is in the trunk 1 Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk 2 Remove the retainer then lift and remove the cover 3 Remove the spare tire See Compact Spare Tire later in this section for more information about the compact spare ...

Страница 275: ... The tools you ll be using include the jack A and wheel wrench B Removing Wheel Covers and Wheel Nut Caps If your vehicle has steel wheels with full plastic wheel covers loosen each nut cap using the wheel wrench Please note that nut caps will not remove from the cover completely Gently pry the wheel cover off using the flat end of the wheel wrench ...

Страница 276: ...cover by using the flat end of the wrench to pry it off Do not drop the cover or lay it face down as it could become scratched or damaged Do not use a hammer or mallet on this type of cover Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Use the wheel wrench to loosen the wheel nuts but don t remove them 2 The jack has a bolt at the end Attach the wheel wrench to the bolt to create a jack h...

Страница 277: ...ack lift head until it fits under the vehicle 4 Put the jack head into a notch in the frame which is located near each wheel well The front notch is 11 inches 28 cm back from the front wheel well The rear notch is 3 5 inches 9 cm forward from the rear wheel well ...

Страница 278: ...jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 5 Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit under the wheel well 6 Remove al...

Страница 279: ...ency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 8 Place the compact spare tire on the wheel mounting surface 9 Then reinstall the wheel nuts with rounded end of ...

Страница 280: ... Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 lb ft 140 N m ...

Страница 281: ... compact spare tire with a regular tire NOTICE Wheel covers won t fit on your compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare you could damage the cover or the spare When you reinstall the full size wheel and tire you install the wheel cover or nut caps at this point When reinstalling the full plastic wheel cover align the valve stem with the opening Start the nut cap by pushin...

Страница 282: ... cover Storing the Flat Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment 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 After you ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle you ll need to store the flat tire in your trunk Store the flat tire as far forward in the...

Страница 283: ...quipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire later in this section See the storing instructions label to return your compact spare into your trunk properly A Wrench B Jack C Jack Container D Retainer E Spare Tire Cover F Retainer ...

Страница 284: ...lling or removing the compact spare See Check Tire Pressure System in the Index Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again NOTICE When the compact spare is installed don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails Th...

Страница 285: ...e wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels If your vehicle has traction control you should turn the system off See Traction Control S...

Страница 286: ...aner Filter 6 18 Passenger Compartment Air Filter If Equipped 6 19 Supercharger Oil 6 20 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 23 Engine Coolant 6 26 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 26 Power Steering Fluid 6 27 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 29 Brakes 6 32 Battery 6 34 Bulb Replacement 6 43 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 44 Tires 6 54 Appearance Care 6 54 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 6 56 Care of Safety Bel...

Страница 287: ...you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index You should ...

Страница 288: ...cle identification number VIN shows the code letter for your engine You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel See Vehicle Identification Number in the Index If you have the 3800 V6 engine VIN Code K use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher If you re using fuel rated at the recommended octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking your engine needs service But ...

Страница 289: ...dopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on and or your vehicle may fail a smog check test See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index If this occurs return to your authorized Pontiac dealer for diagn...

Страница 290: ...ey comply with the specifications described earlier NOTICE Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Don t use it It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may b...

Страница 291: ...hicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver s side of your vehicle While refueling hang the tethered cap on the hook on the inside of the fuel door To remove the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise The cap has a spring in it if you let go of the cap too soon it will spring back to the right ...

Страница 292: ...rn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic 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 in the Index If your vehicle has the optional Driver Information Center DIC the CHECK GAS CAP message will be displayed if ...

Страница 293: ...ote keyless entry transmitter if equipped To unlock the fuel door unlock the driver s door If your vehicle has a fuel door lock the fuel door can be opened manually in case of an electrical power failure The release mechanism is on the driver s side of the vehicle at the top of the trunk compartment Pull the tab to release the fuel door NOTICE Prying on a locked fuel filler door can damage it Use ...

Страница 294: ... the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete D Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood The following sections tell you how to check fluids lubricants and important underhood parts CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools a...

Страница 295: ...the vehicle It is located next to the parking brake pedal near the floor 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and push up on the secondary hood release 3 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then pull the hood down and close it firmly ...

Страница 296: ...ged L67 engine similar here s what you will see A Engine Coolant Recovery Tank B Power Steering Fluid C Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick D Brake Master Cylinder E Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir F Radiator Pressure Cap G Engine Oil Dipstick H Engine Oil Fill Cap I Engine Air Cleaner Filter ...

Страница 297: ...get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick is located behind the engine fans and in front of the engine oil fill cap The top of the dipstick is a round yellow loop See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into...

Страница 298: ...NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged Add engine oil at the engine oil fill cap near the oil dipstick See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating ...

Страница 299: ... the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle as shown in the following chart SAE 10W 30 is best for your vehicle However you can use SAE 5W 30 if it s going to be colder than 60_F 16_C before your next oil change W...

Страница 300: ...ill need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil Vehicles Without the GM Oil Life Systemt If any one of these is true for you use the short trip city maintenance schedule D Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles 8 to 16 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing D Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop a...

Страница 301: ...e to change your oil and filter every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or sooner Remember to reset the Oil Life System whenever the oil is changed How to Reset the Oil Life System If Equipped Always reset the engine oil life to 100 after every oil change It will not reset itself To reset the Oil Life System press and hold the RESET button for more than five seconds while the OIL LIFE is being displayed on the...

Страница 302: ...eaner filter and make sure the filter cover tabs position through the slots in the housing A notch on the sides of the filter cover will indicate the correct engagement 5 Fasten the two clips on the top of the housing when you are finished Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index CAUTION Operating the engine with ...

Страница 303: ...m the air including pollen and dust particles Reductions in airflow which may occur more quickly in dusty areas indicate that the filter needs to be replaced early The particle filter is located under a removeable panel at the base of the windshield on the passenger s side The filter should be replaced as part of the routine scheduled maintenance See Maintenance Schedule in the Index for replaceme...

Страница 304: ...and Add Oil Check oil only when the engine is cold Allow the engine to cool two to three hours after running CAUTION If you remove the supercharger oil fill plug while the engine is hot pressure may cause hot oil to blow out of the oil fill hole You may be burned Do not remove the plug until the engine cools 1 Clean the area around the oil fill plug before removing it 2 Remove the oil fill plug us...

Страница 305: ...iles 166 000 km See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choosetohavethisdoneatthedealershipservicedepartment If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can damage your transaxle Too much can mean that some of the f...

Страница 306: ... the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P D With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P D Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps The transaxle fluid dipstick top is a round red loop and is loc...

Страница 307: ...oughoftheproperfluidto bring the level into the cross hatched area on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill NOTICE We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRONR III because fluid with that label is made especially for your au...

Страница 308: ...COOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine temperature D Let the warning lights and gages work as they should NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature e...

Страница 309: ...engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the e...

Страница 310: ...ure at the coolant recovery tank but be careful not to spill it CAUTION Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot CAUTION You ...

Страница 311: ...nt loss and possible engine damage from overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located on the rear passenger side of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location ...

Страница 312: ...letely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and se...

Страница 313: ... WASHER FLUID Add washer fluid until the tank is full NOTICE D When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid D Fill your washer fluid tank only t...

Страница 314: ...ystem If it is you should have your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only wh...

Страница 315: ...the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in y...

Страница 316: ...nditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications Brake linings should always be replaced ...

Страница 317: ...ry When it s time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco battery WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling The battery is located under the rear seat cushion To acces...

Страница 318: ...icle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you aren t careful See Jump Starting in the Index for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer sto...

Страница 319: ...e and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps If you go through a high pressure car wash or it is very humid your headlamps may fog up This is normal The lenses should clear by themselves in time 1 Reach behind the headlamp assembly push in and turn the bulb assembly counterclockwise to remov...

Страница 320: ...ulb assembly into the headlamp assembly Headlamp Aiming Your vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system equipped with horizontal aim indicators The aim has been pre set at the factory and should need no further adjustment This is true even though your horizontal aim indicators may not fall exactly on the 0 zero marks on their scales ...

Страница 321: ...The vehicle should be properly prepared as follows D The vehicle should be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft 7 6 m from a light colored wall or other flat surface D The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly level surface which is level all the way to the wall or other flat surface D The vehicle should be placed so it is perpendicular to the wall or other flat surface D The vehicle should...

Страница 322: ...procedure If you believe your headlamps need only vertical up down adjustment follow only the vertical aiming procedure Adjustment screws can be turned with an E8 TorxR socket or T15 Torx screwdriver Headlamp Horizontal Aiming Turn the horizontal aiming screw A until the indicator B is lined up with zero Once the horizontal aim is adjusted then adjust the vertical aim ...

Страница 323: ...ches Record this distance 3 At the wall or other flat surface measure from the floor to the recorded distance and draw a horizontal line the width of the vehicle 4 Turn on the low beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being aimed This should allow the beam cut off of the headlamp being aimed to be seen on the flat surface ...

Страница 324: ...adlamp to improve beam cut off when aiming Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build up which may cause damage to the headlamp 5 Turn the vertical aiming screw C until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line ...

Страница 325: ...e two bolts with a 10 mm socket 2 Use a large screwdriver by the outside mount to separate the lamp assembly from the outboard snap mounting pin Slide the headlamp assembly outward and lift it out 3 Disconnect the wiring harness from the headlamp assembly ...

Страница 326: ...move them 5 Replace the bulb and reinstall the socket Then reconnect the wiring harness to the lamp assembly 6 Slide the lamp assembly back into place by lining up the track on the bottom of the assembly with the guide on the vehicle Then connect the outboard snap and secure the lamp assembly with the two bolts ...

Страница 327: ... and remove them 2 Remove the plastic trim piece from the trunk 3 Pull the carpeting away from the rear corner of the trunk 4 Remove the three 10 mm nuts holding the lamp in place and remove the lamp assembly 5 While pressing the release turn the bulb socket assembly counterclockwise to remove it from the lamp assembly 6 Pull the bulb straight out to remove it from the socket 7 Replace the bulb an...

Страница 328: ...ion To replace the wiper blade assembly 1 Lift the wiper up from the windshield and set into the vertically locked position 2 Press the tab that holds the wiper blade to the arm 3 Slide the blade down and off the arm 4 Slide in the new blade and snap into place For the proper windshield wiper blade replacement length and type see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index ...

Страница 329: ... a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold D Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a ...

Страница 330: ...ld inflation pressure shown on the Tire Loading Information label Example You ll find maximum load and inflation pressure molded on the tire s sidewall in small letters near the rim flange It will read something like this Maximum load 690 kg 1521 lbs 300 kPa 44 psi Max Press For this example you would set the inflation pressure for high speed driving at 35 psi 244 kPa NOTICE Don t let anyone tell ...

Страница 331: ...URE message will appear on the Driver Information Center DIC or the systems monitor TIRE PRESS light will come on if pressure difference low pressure is detected in one tire The check tire pressure system may not alert you if D more than one tire is low D the vehicle is moving faster than 65 mph 105 km h D the system is not yet calibrated D the tire treadwear is uneven D the compact spare tire is ...

Страница 332: ...eset calibrate the system with a Driver Information Center DIC 1 Turn the ignition switch to ON 2 Using the MODE and SELECT buttons change the DIC to display TIRE PRESSURE 3 Press and hold the RESET button for about five seconds 4 The display should change to read TIRE PRESSURE RESET If TIRE PRESSURE RESET does not appear on the display after about five seconds see your dealer for service 5 When y...

Страница 333: ... here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire Loading Information label Reset the Check Tire Pressure System See Check Tire Pressure System in the Index Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on...

Страница 334: ...location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Tire Loading Information label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed...

Страница 335: ...here applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The grades ...

Страница 336: ... to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel ...

Страница 337: ...he kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle CAUTION Using the wrong r...

Страница 338: ...tions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To help avoid damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it s contacting your vehicle and don t spin your wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the front tires If you have other tires use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size...

Страница 339: ...quer Thinner D Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle D Alcohol D Laundry Soap D Bleach D Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather plastic a...

Страница 340: ...roughly 5 As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to remove the suds 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean damp towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soile...

Страница 341: ...hoe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the w...

Страница 342: ...er blade chatters when running wax sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon AmiR Powder non scratching glass cleaning powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance Clean the blad...

Страница 343: ...hey could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing ...

Страница 344: ...an water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Use chrome polish only on ch...

Страница 345: ...e underbody If these are not removed accelerated corrosion rust can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before bein...

Страница 346: ... plastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels and floor mats 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse with water 1052930 8 oz 0 237 L Capture Dry Spot Remover Attracts absorbs and removes soils on fabric 12345721 2 5 sq ft Synthetic Chamois Shines vehicle without scratching 12345725 12 oz 0 354 L Silicone...

Страница 347: ...s and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on your spare tire cover It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is D your VIN D the model designation D paint infor...

Страница 348: ...d by an internal circuit breaker An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp system checked right away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused b...

Страница 349: ...ssenger s side and the other under the rear seat on the driver s side If a MaxiFuse should blow have your vehicle serviced by your dealer immediately Removing Fuses You will find a fuse puller attached in both of the BEC Snap the wide end of the fuse puller on to the fuse at the side indentations holding the puller and pull the fuse out Engine Compartment Bussed Electrical Center BEC As mentioned ...

Страница 350: ...nifuse Usage 9 Headlamp High Beam Right 10 Headlamp High Beam Left 11 Ignition 1 12 Not Used 13 Transaxle 14 Cruise Control 15 Direct Ignition System 16 Injector Bank 2 17 Not Used 18 Not Used 19 Powertrain Control Module Ignition 20 Oxygen Sensor 21 Injector Bank 1 22 Auxiliary Power 23 Cigar Lighter 24 Fog Lamps Daytime Running Lamps 25 Horn 26 Air Conditioning Clutch ...

Страница 351: ...Mini Relay Usage 34 Accessory 35 Air Pump 36 Starter 1 37 Cooling Fan Secondary 38 Ignition 1 39 Cooling Fan Series Parallel 40 Cooling Fan Primary Maxibreaker Usage 41 Starter Maxifuse Usage 42 A I R 43 Antilock Brake System 44 Not Used 45 Not Used 46 Cooling Fan Secondary 47 Cooling Fan Primary 48 Spare 49 Spare 50 Spare 51 Spare 52 Spare 53 Fuse Puller ...

Страница 352: ...the battery and wires be careful when removing or reinstalling the seat cushion Do not remove covers from covered parts Do not store anything under the seat as objects could touch exposed wires and cause a short To remove the rear seat cushion 1 Pull up on the front of the cushion to release the front hooks 2 Pull the cushion up and out toward the front of the vehicle To reinstall the rear seat cu...

Страница 353: ... routed and are not twisted 1 Buckle the center passenger position safety belt then route the safety belts through the proper slots in the seat cushion Don t let the safety belts get twisted 2 Slide the rear of the cushion up and under the seatback so the rear locating guides hook into the wire loops on the back frame 3 With the seat cushion lowered push rearward and then press down on the seat cu...

Страница 354: ...ver s side The rear seat cushion must be removed to access the BEC See Removing the Rear Seat Cushion in the Index Minifuse Usage 1 Fuel Pump 2 Heater Ventilation Air Conditioning Blower 3 Memory Seat 4 Assembly Line Diagnostic Link 5 Not Used 6 CD 7 Driver Door Module 8 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint ...

Страница 355: ...wer 23 Not Used 24 Not Used 25 Passenger Door Module 26 Body 27 Interior Lamps 28 Not Used 29 Ignition Switch Minifuse Usage 30 Instrument Panel 31 Heated Seat Right Front 32 Not Used 33 Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning 34 Ignition 3 Rear 35 Antilock Brake System 36 Turn Signal Hazard 37 HVAC Battery 38 Dash Integration Module Micro Relay Usage 39 Fuel Pump 40 Parking Lamps 41 Ignition 1 42 No...

Страница 356: ...ctronic Level Control Compressor Circuit Breaker Usage 56 Power Seats 57 Power Windows Mini Relay Usage 58 Cigarette Lighter 59 Rear Defog Maxifuse Usage 60 Not Used 61 Rear Defog 62 Not Used 63 Audio Amplifier 64 Electronic Level Control Compressor Exhaust 65 Cigarette Lighter 66 Not Used 67 Spare 68 Spare 69 Spare 70 Spare 71 Spare 72 Spare 73 Spare 74 Spare 75 Fuse Puller ...

Страница 357: ...ubricants in the Index for more information Capacities Automatic Transaxle Overdrive Pan Removal and Replacement 7 4 quarts 7 0 L Complete Overhaul 10 0 quarts 9 5 L When draining or replacing torque converter more fluid may be needed Cooling System 10 0 quarts 9 5 L Engine Crankcase Oil change with filter change 4 5 quarts 4 3 L Fuel Tank 18 5 U S gallons 70 0 L Tire Pressure See Tire Loading Inf...

Страница 358: ...ir Cleaner Filter GM Part No 25096932 Passenger Compartment Air Filter GM Part No 25654414 Engine Oil Filter GM Part No 25010792 Fuel Filter GM Part No 25121942 Transaxle Filter GM Part No 24206433 Spark Plugs GM Part No 25161444 Gap 0 060 inch 1 52 mm Windshield Wiper Blades Type Shepherd s Hook Length 22 inches 56 cm On 3800 V6 Supercharged Engine Code 1 only this replaces original spark plug NG...

Страница 359: ...y dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 8 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 21 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 29 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 33 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 35 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 37 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Страница 360: ...nt Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly Maintenance Requirements Maintenance intervals checks inspections and recommended fluids and lubrican...

Страница 361: ...do the work If you want to get the service information see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service ...

Страница 362: ... you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessary repair...

Страница 363: ...tion One of the reasons you should follow this schedule if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Tire Rotation Every 12 000 Miles 20 000 km Passenger Compartment Air Filter Re...

Страница 364: ...e intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages Long Trip Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance are true Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads Use the Shor...

Страница 365: ...Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transaxle Service severe conditions only Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Spark Plug Wire Inspection Spark Plug Replacement Automatic Transaxle Service normal conditions Every 150 000 Miles 240 000 km Cooling System Service or every 60 months whichever occurs first ...

Страница 366: ...ce be recorded If your vehicle has a GM Oil Life Systemt the system will show you when to change the oil usually between 3 000 miles 5 000 km and 10 000 miles 16 000 km since your last oil change Under severe conditions the indicator may come on before 3 000 miles 5 000 km Never drive your vehicle more than 10 000 miles 16 000 km or 12 months whichever occurs first without an oil and filter change...

Страница 367: ...ion See footnote See footnote 9 000 Miles 15 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 12 000 Miles 20 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotat...

Страница 368: ...ootnote 18 000 Miles 30 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 21 000 Miles 35 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control...

Страница 369: ...trol Service See footnote 30 000 Miles 50 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j For supercharged engines only Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed or every 36 months whichever occurs first See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in this...

Страница 370: ...ndex for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 39 000 Miles 65 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 42 000 Miles 70 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rot...

Страница 371: ...ilter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous...

Страница 372: ... months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 57 000 Miles 95 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote ACTUAL SERVICED BY MILEAGE DATE ACTUAL SERVICED BY...

Страница 373: ...j For supercharged engines only Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed or every 36 months whichever occurs first See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in this section An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 63 000 Miles 105 000 km j Change e...

Страница 374: ...km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 72 000 Miles 120 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and...

Страница 375: ...otnote 78 000 Miles 130 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 81 000 Miles 135 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Contro...

Страница 376: ...ntrol Service See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j For supercharged engines only Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed or every 36 months whichever occurs first See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in th...

Страница 377: ...rst An Emission Control Service See footnote j If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 99 000 Miles 165 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote ACTUAL SERVICED BY MI...

Страница 378: ...quent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transaxle fluid change both the fluid and filter 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant i...

Страница 379: ...be recorded If your vehicle has the GM Oil Life Systemt the system will show you when to change the engine oil and filter usually between 3 000 miles 5 000 km and 10 000 miles 16 000 km since your last oil change Under severe conditions the indicator may come on before 3 000 miles 5 000 km Never drive your vehicle more than 10 000 miles 16 000 km or 12 months without an oil and filter change The s...

Страница 380: ...rst An Emission Control Service See footnote j If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Ti...

Страница 381: ...ner filter An Emission Control Service j For supercharged engines only Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed or every 36 months whichever occurs first See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in this section An Emission Control Service See footnote 37 500 Miles 62 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote ...

Страница 382: ...ee footnote See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your ve...

Страница 383: ...rol Service See footnote j If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter j For supercharged engines only Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed or every 36 months whichever occurs first See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in this section An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and add...

Страница 384: ...irst An Emission Control Service See footnote j If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 82 500 Miles 137 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See ...

Страница 385: ...hs whichever occurs first See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in this section An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote...

Страница 386: ...uent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transaxle fluid change both the fluid and filter 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in...

Страница 387: ...l and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshiel...

Страница 388: ...lades Cleaning in the Index Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Automatic Transaxle Check Check the transaxle fluid level add if needed See Automatic T...

Страница 389: ...in any other position your vehicle needs service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake in the ...

Страница 390: ...e regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only D To c...

Страница 391: ...nd Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhau...

Страница 392: ...the throttle system for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors...

Страница 393: ...an drinkable water and use only GM GoodwrenchR DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM OptikleenR Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 ...

Страница 394: ...uivalent or 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 LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Weatherstri...

Страница 395: ...ovided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Страница 396: ...7 38 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Страница 397: ...7 39 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Страница 398: ...7 40 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Страница 399: ...8 3 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 5 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 5 Customer Assistance Offices 8 7 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 8 Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program 8 9 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 10 Courtesy Transportation 8 11 Warranty Information 8 12 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 12 Reporting Safety Defects to th...

Страница 400: ...nts are designed to make you realize that Pontiac recognizes you as a valuable customer appreciates your purchase decision and is dedicated to taking care of the most important person YOU PONTIAC CARES is A valuable feature that comes with every Pontiac a feature that offers a multitude of benefits that can give you safety security comfort and convenience ...

Страница 401: ...perience an enjoyable one and are discussed in greater detail in your owner s manual Pontiac is focusing on the changing needs of our customers and is committed to giving you an exceptional level of customer care throughout your ownership experience Our goal is to create total customer enthusiasm in our product and our services and make you the most satisfied customer in the world Customer Satisfa...

Страница 402: ...shawa 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 information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative D Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and v...

Страница 403: ...olumbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Pontiac has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assis...

Страница 404: ...rench 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 268 6800 Mexico Central America and Caribbean Islands Countries Except Puerto Rico and U S Virgin Islands General Motors de Mexico S de R L de C V Customer Assistance Center Paseo de la Reforma 2740 Col Lomas de Bezares C P 11910 Mexico D F 01 800 508 0000 Long Distance 011 52 53 29 0 800 ...

Страница 405: ...free resource information such as area driver assessment centers and mobility equipment installers The program is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease See your dealer for more details or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323 9935 Text telephone TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program Call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483...

Страница 406: ...Roadside Assistance toll free number is staffed by a team of technically trained advisors who are available 24 hours a day 365 days a year We take anxiety out of uncertain situations by providing minor repair information over the phone or making arrangements to tow your vehicle to the nearest Pontiac dealer We will provide the following services for 3 years 36 000 miles 60 000 km at no expense to ...

Страница 407: ... Vehicle model year and color D Mileage of vehicle D Vehicle Identification Number VIN D Vehicle license plate number Pontiac reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when in Pontiac s judgement the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service it is added security while traveling for you a...

Страница 408: ...ated If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait Pontiac helps minimize your inconveni...

Страница 409: ...imited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability All Courtes...

Страница 410: ...annot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE...

Страница 411: ...ope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 762 2737 or write Pontiac GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 ...

Страница 412: ...ervice information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle OWNER S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly for Owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio...

Страница 413: ... the above address for quotation 2001 120 00 2001 50 00 2001 20 00 2001 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax GM PON ORD99 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents are to m...

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