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2002 Pontiac Grand Prix Owner`s Manual

1. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix Owner s Manual Litho in U S A Copyright General Motors Corporation 06 13 01 Part Number 10315402 A First Edition All Rights Reserved PONTIAC GENERAL MOTORS GM the GM Emblem PONTIAC the PONTIAC Emblem and the name GRAND PRIX are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General 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 ii a N We support voluntary technician certification CERTIFIED WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH National Institute for AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE i J For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propri taires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce guide en fran ais chez votre concessionaire ou au Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle If you do this it will help you learn about the featu
2. 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 To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the underbody Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year for instance each spring and fall You should let your dealer s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a service manual See Service and Owner Publications in the Index Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and 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 nec
3. BRAKES FUSE BOX ACCESS ENGINE COOLANT OWNER S MANUAL SERVICE SERVICE MANUAL gt y Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here yov ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts 1 2 Seats and Controls 1 7 Safety Belts They re for Everyone 1 1 Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers N 1 13 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 13 Driver Position 1 20 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 21 Right Front Passenger Position 1 21 Supplemental Restraint System SRS 1 28 Rear Seat Passengers 1 31 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Center Passenger Position Children Restraint Systems for Children Older Children Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you how to adjust the seats and explains reclining seatbacks and head restraints Manual Front Seat You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Lift the lever located under the front of the seat using a twi
4. Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining 4 22 Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces by road spray If you try to drive through flowing water as you Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be in the Index carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Don t ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water 4 23 City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them You ll want to watch out for what the other drive
5. The tachometer displays the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute rpm NOTICE Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded area or engine damage may occur 2 77 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle The pictures will help you locate them Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle 2 78 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 lig
6. The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you re steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly 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 System or Enhanced Traction System 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 Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed Of course the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions Under less favorable conditions you ll want to go slower If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway 4 13 Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a car s
7. ay OQ 9 Reinstall the wheel trim If the vehicle has plastic caps tighten them by hand With a wheel wrench tighten the plastic caps an additional quarter turn clockwise 7 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 5 33 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 1b ft 140 N m 5 34 NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification 10 Don t try to put the wheel cover on your compact spare tire It won t fit Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced NOTICE Wheel covers won t fit on your compact spare tire If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire you could damage the cover or the compact spare tire Storing the Flat Tire and Tools 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 some
8. 1 Turn the radio on Press AM FM to select the band Tune in the desired station eey Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until SET appears on the display Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton the station you set will return 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton 3 13 Setting the Tone Bass Treble Equalizer A seven band equalizer is part of your audio system Slide the levers up to boost or down to reduce frequency range Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL Balance Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers Press these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in The compact disc symbol will appear on the display If the ignition and the radio are on the disc will begin playing CD will appear on the display next to the compact disc symbol If you want to insert a disc when the ignition is off first press the EJECT button 3 14 The integral CD player can play the smaller 8 cm single discs Full size compact discs and the smaller discs are loaded in the same manner
9. 2 10 Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work try this Check the distance You may be too far from your vehicle You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Take a few steps to the left or right hold the transmitter higher and try again Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See the instructions that follow If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Operation Three Button Key Fob Four Button Key Fob Remote All Door Lock LOCK To lock all the doors press LOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter See Power Door Locks in the Index for more details on power door lock features If your vehicle is equipped with the content theft deterrent system the LOCK button may arm the system See Content Theft Deterrent in the Index for more details Remote Driver s Door and All Door Unlock UNLOCK When you press UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter only the driver s door will unlock If you press UNLOCK again within five seconds all th
10. Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking 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 4 41 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 your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Making Turns NOTICE Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering When you re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance 4 42 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and or extra wiring Check with your dealer The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flash telling other driver
11. Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index for further details At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures Don t forget to check your spare tire See Tires in the Index for further details Cassette Deck Service Clean cassette deck Cleaning should be done every 50 hours of tape play See Audio Systems in the Index for further details 7 15 At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Wiper Blade Check Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield Also see Wiper Blades Cleaning in the Index Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silic
12. in the Index Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed You may notice this as stalling after start up stalling when you put the vehicle into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on If you experience one or more of these conditions change the fuel brand you use It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off If none of the above steps have made the light turn off have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment 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 order to help your vehicle pass an inspection Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light is on or not working properly Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD on board diagnostic system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the sy
13. 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation 2 30 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 authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment PASS Key III uses a radio frequency transponder in the key that matches a decoder in your vehicle When the PASS Key III system senses that someone is using the wrong key it shuts down the vehicle s starter and fuel systems The starter will not work and fuel will stop being delivered to the engine Anyone using a trial and error method 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 check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index If the engine still does not start with the other
14. Fuse BLANK BLANK BLANK BLANK BTSI BLANK BLANK BLANK HVAC CTRL DIC HVAC BLANK BLANK PWR DROP CANISTER VENT DRL Description Blank Blank Blank Blank Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control Blank Blank Blank Blower Control HVAC Rear Defog HVAC Driver Information Center Daytime Running Lamps Heated Seats Blank Blank Power Drop Ignition Canister Vent Solenoid Daytime Running Lamps 6 71 Underhood Fuse Block E g Some fuses are located in a i m _ fuse block in the engine i a aD compartment on the n ry 26 passenger s side Pull off 7 the cover labeled FUSES to wo 5 O 16 O expose the fuses 6 M4 40 17 7 12 48 BH G amp 35 36 8 37 kE E e Fuse Description 1 Cooling Fan 2 2 Spare 3 Headlamps 4 Battery Main 2 5 Ignition Main 1 6 72 Fuse 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Description Cooling Fan 1 Battery Main 1 Ignition Main 2 Fuel Injections Spare Spare Mass Air Flow MAF Heated Sensors Canister Purge Boost Solenoid Spare Spare Spare Ignition Module Spare Trunk Release Back Up Lamps AC Clutch ABS Ignition Fuse 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 Description Remote Keyless Entry Theft Deterrent Trip Computer HVAC
15. RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE HOT FOR THIS WEATHER SYMBOL SAE 10w 30 SAE 5W 30 PREFERRED COLD WEATHER DO NOT USE SAE 20W 50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED 3100 V6 Engine As in the chart shown previously if you have the 3100 V6 engine SAE 5W 30 is best for your vehicle However you can use SAE 10W 30 if it s going to be 0 F 18 C or above These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 As shown in the following chart if you have the 3800 V6 engine 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 When it s very cold you should use SAE 5W 30 These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE HOT WEATHER T SAE 10W 30 PREFERRED SAE 5W 30 COLD WEATHER DO NOT USE SAE 20W 50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED 3800 V6 or 3800 V6 Supercharged Engine 6 17 NOTICE Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute
16. into the ashtrays If you do cigarettes or other To block out glare you can swing down the visors smoking materials could set them on fire You can also swing them from front to side causing damage Visor Vanity Mirrors Open the cover to expose the vanity mirror If the vehicle has the optional lighted vanity mirrors the lamps come on when you open the cover To use the lighter located inside the center front ashtray push it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back out by itself 2 67 Accessory Power Outlet Your vehicle has a 12 volt outlet which can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone a compact disc player etc It is located on the passenger s side near the floor Remove the tethered cap to use the outlet When not using the outlet be sure to cover it with the protective cap The accessory power outlet will only operate while the ignition is on and for a few minutes after turning the ignition off If you would like to operate an accessory for an extended period of time see your dealer for more information NOTICE When using accessory power outlets Maximum load of any outlet should not exceed the fuse rating Be sure to turn off electrical equipment when not in use Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods can drain the battery 2 68 Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and
17. oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood do the following 1 Pull the handle located inside the vehicle near the parking brake 2 Next go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood latch 3 Lift the hood When you open the hood of a vehicle with a 3100 V6 Code J engine you ll see A Windshield Washer Fluid E Engine Coolant Recovery Tank I Automatic Transaxle B Battery F Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Fluid Dipstick C Underhood Fuse Block G Engine Oil Fill Cap J Brake Fluid Reservoir D Radiator Fill Cap H Engine Oil Dipstick K Engine Air Cleaner Filter A Windshield Washer Fluid F Power Steering Fluid Reservoir B Battery low in engine compartment C Underhood Fuse Block G Engine Oil Dipstick D Radiator Fill Cap H Engine Oil Fill Cap E Engine Coolant Recovery Tank I Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick J Brake Fluid Reservoir K Engine Air Cleaner Filter When you open the hood of a vehicle with a 3800 V6 Supercharged Code 1 engine you ll see A Windshield Washer Fluid F Power Steering Fluid Reservoir I Automatic Transaxle B Battery low in engine compartment Fluid Dipstick C Underhood Fuse Block G Engine Oil Dipstick J Brake Fluid Reservoir D Radiator Fill Cap H En
18. or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs weren t done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and Have your vehicle fixed immediately 2 47 Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle See the earlier Caution under Engine Exhaust Also idling in a closed in place can let deadly carbon monoxide CO into your vehicle even if the fan is at the highest setting One place this can happen is a garage Exhaust with CO can come in easily NEVER park ina garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index 2 48 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 injured To be sure your vehicl
19. Rear Assist Handle Reading Lamps Option There is a reading lamp provided in each rear assist handle Use the button next to each lamp to turn it on and off 2 59 Battery Saver Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from draining the battery in case you accidentally leave the interior trunk or underhood lamps on If you leave any of these lamps on while the ignition is in LOCK or OFF they will automatically turn off after 10 minutes The lamps won t come back on again until you do one of the following Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY e Turn the interior lamp thumbwheel completely to the right then back slightly to the left Open or close and reopen a door that is closed If the vehicle has less than 15 miles 25 km on the odometer the battery saver will turn off the lamps after only three minutes 2 60 Mirrors Adjust all the mirrors so you can see clearly when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror To reduce glare from lamps behind you pull the lever located in the center of the bottom of the mirror toward you to the night position To return the mirror back to the day position push the lever away from you Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature Display Option Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror with a compass and temperature display When turned on an electrochromic mirror
20. The fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is on When the indicator nears empty you still have a little fuel left but you should get more soon Here are four things owners usually ask about the fuel gage All these situations are normal and do not indicate a problem with the fuel gage At the gas station the pump shuts off before the gage reads full 2 90 It takes more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicates For example the gage reads half full but it took more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill it The gage pointer may move while cornering braking or speeding up The gage may not indicate full when the ignition is turned off Low Fuel Warning Light If your fuel is low the warning light near the fuel gage will go on LOW FUEL It will also come on for a few seconds when you first turn on the ignition as a check to show you it s working properly If it doesn t come on then see your dealer for service Driver Information Center DIC 3100 V6 or 3800 V6 Engine Only The Driver Information Center DIC gives you important safety and maintenance facts When you turn the ignition on all of the DIC lights illuminate for a few seconds After this the DIC will begin working 2 91 Functions _4t t Door Ajar If one of the doors is ajar this light will appear next to that door on the vehicle outline CHANGE OIL
21. Traction or TCS Traction Control System If the vehicle has the enhanced traction system 3100 or 3800 V6 engine or the traction control system 3800 supercharged V6 engine you will have a disable button on the far right side of the trip computer The enhanced traction system and traction control system are automatically activated when you turn the ignition on This button will activate deactivate the system If you need to disable the system such as when you are stuck and are rocking the vehicle back and forth push this button See Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index 2 96 Head Up Display HUD Option If the HUD image is too bright or too high in your field of view it may take you more time to see things you need to see when it s dark outside Be sure to keep the HUD image dim and placed low in your field of view If you have the Head Up Display HUD you can see the speedometer reading in English or metric units and a brief display of the current radio station or CD track displayed through the windshield When you sit up straight in your seat the HUD image will appear straight ahead near the front bumper The HUD also shows the following lights when they are lit on the instrument panel cluster Turn Signal Indicators High Beam Indicator Symbol Low Fuel Symbol The HUD will display CHECK GAGES when the following items are lit on the instrument panel cluster Oi
22. Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating conditions See Engine Overheating in the Index y Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 14 Cooling System 5 3 Other Warning Devices 5 25 If A Tire Goes Flat 5 3 Jump Starting 5 26 Changing a Flat Tire 5 10 Towing Your Vehicle 5 37 Compact Spare Tire 5 11 Engine Overheating 5 38 If Your Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 1 The hazard warning flasher button is located on top of the steering column Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others They signals and brake lamps won t work also let police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off 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 your vehicle NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered J ump Starting by your warranty If your battery has run down you may want to use The ACDelco
23. and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here s how to do it 1 Apply your regular brakes but don t shift into PARK P yet 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load 4 Reapply the regular brakes Then apply your parking brake and then shift to PARK P 5 Release the regular brakes 4 43 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you start your engine shift into a gear and 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 4 44 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 important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil drive belts cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review this information before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
24. end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part 1 29 lt IG 4 E E EAE X J K Ke Hie YS i n y H 4 1 30 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And yov 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 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 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 To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster 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 sa
25. five day maximum may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight warranty repairs your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained at actual cost up to a maximum of 30 00 per day supported by receipts This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes levies usage fees excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair Generally it is not possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper to Bumper warranty coverage period but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited 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 Courtesy Tra
26. peal Release Pawl Oil in the Index Hood and Multi Purpose Lubricant Door Hinges Superlube GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Weatherstrip Dielectric Silicone Grease Conditioning GM Part No 12345579 or equivalent 7 22 Part E Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed record the date odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided 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 ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7 23 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED y Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Pontiac if you need assistance This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects 8 2 Pontiac Cares 8 8 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 2 What Makes Up Pontiac Cares 8 8 Courtesy Transportation 8 3 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 10 Warranty Information 8 5 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United TTY Users States Government 8 5 Customer Assistance Offices 8 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the 8 6 GM Mobility Pro
27. 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 and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Put someone on it Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider The person keeps going until stopped by something doesn t stop In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get m
28. theft deterrent system is always disarmed Mode 4 Not Used 2 21 Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory it was Arming and Disarming the Content programmed to Mode 2 The mode to which your Theft Deterrent System If Equipped vehicle was programmed may have been changed since f it left the factory To determine the mode to which your To arm and disarm the content theft deterrent system vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a the system must be turned on by using Mode 2 listed different mode do the following previously in this section under Content Theft Deterrent System 1 Follow the instructions for Entering Programming Mode listed previously _ arming and disarming feature you can do the following 2 Turn the parking lamps on then off e 3 Count the number of chimes you hear The number of chimes tells you which mode the vehicle is set for If you do not wish to change the current mode you can either exit the programming mode by following s the instructions earlier in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle e 4 Turn the parking lamps on then off again to change the current mode 5 Repeat Step 4 until you hear the number of chimes that matches the number of the mode you want The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions earlier in this section or program the next feature available on
29. 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 See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index 6 51 When It s Time for New Tires 6 52 One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well because of the size or 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 to give proper endurance handling speed rating traction ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle If your tires have an all season tread design the TPC number will be followed
30. y Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section you ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle 3 2 Comfort Controls 3 13 3 2 Dual Climate Control System 3 4 Rear Window Defogger 3 15 3 5 Ventilation System 3 18 3 5 Audio Systems 3 19 3 6 Setting the Clock 3 19 3 6 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player 3 20 3 10 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc 3 21 Player Option 3 21 3 21 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Equalizer If Equipped Theft Deterrent Feature Audio Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped Understanding Radio Reception Tips About Your Audio System Care of Your Cassette Tape Player Care of Your Compact Discs Care of Your Compact Disc Player Backglass Antenna Comfort Controls Dual Climate Control System This system allows the driver and passenger to maintain separate temperature settings The system works best if you keep the windows closed while using it Fan Knob The knob on the left side of the climate control panel regulates the fan speed To turn the fan off turn the knob to OFF The fan must be on for the air conditioning compressor to operate Driver s Temperature Lever The lever on the left adjusts the air temperature on the driver s side of the vehicle only The passenger s side has its own lever for temperature control Slide the lever u
31. A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards Then follow the instructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury When securing an add on child restraint refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and to this manual The child restraint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer 1 41 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 facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here s why A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right f
32. Automatic Door Locking Shift out of PARK P with the ignition on and the driver s door closed all doors will lock automatically Mode 3 Automatic Unlocking with the Ignition Off Automatic Door Unlocking Turn off the ignition with the transaxle in PARK P and all doors will unlock automatically Automatic Door Locking Shift out of PARK P with the ignition on and the driver s door closed and all doors will lock automatically Mode 4 Automatic Unlocking and Locking with Transaxle in PARK P Automatic Door Unlocking Shift into PARK P with the ignition on and all doors will unlock automatically Automatic Door Locking Shift out of PARK P with the ignition on and the driver s door closed and all doors will lock automatically Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory it was programmed to Mode 3 The mode to which your vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode do the following 1 Follow the instructions for Entering Programming Mode listed previously 2 Press LOCK on the power door lock switch 3 Count the number of chimes you hear The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is set for If you do not wish to change the current mode you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions earlier in this section or program
33. Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top strap and that the strap be anchored In the United States some child restraints also have a top strap If your child restraint has a top strap it should be anchored Anchor the top strap to one of the following 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 child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Your vehicle has top strap anchors already installed for the rear seating positions You ll find them behind the rear seat on the filler panel 1 43 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position ay 7 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 the restraint on the seat 2 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 the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 1 44
34. Module Security LED Alt Sense Torque Converter Clutch TCC Fuel Pump Electronic Control Module Powertrain Control Module Spare Fog Lamps Horn Chime Mall Module Taillamps Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Dimmable Lamps Spare Fuse Air Pump Mini Fuse Puller 6 73 Diode Description Air Conditioning Clutch Diode Relay Description 9 Cooling Fan 10 Cooling Fan 2 11 Ignition Main 12 Cooling Fan 1 13 Air Conditioning Clutch 14 Fuel Pump 15 Spare 16 Horn 17 Fog Lamp Replacement Bulbs For any bulb not listed here contact your dealer Lamps Bulb Number Back Up iecere e ee wae ae 3057 Center High Mounted Stop CHMSL 1141 Front Parking Turn Signal 3357A Headlamps High Low Beam 9007 Tail Stop Turn Signal 3057 Sidemarker Front and Rear 194 6 74 Capacities and Specifications Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index for more information Automatic Transaxle with Overdrive Pan Removal and Replacement 7 4 quarts 7 0 L After Complete Overhaul 10 0 quarts 9 5 L When draining replacing converter or auxiliary cooler more fluid may be needed Cooling System Including Reservoir 3100 V6 Code J 11 0 quarts 10 4 L 3800 V6 Code K 11 2 quarts 10 6 L 3800 V6 Supercharged Code 1 11 2 quarts 10 6 L Engine Oil with Filter 3100 V6 Code J 4 3 quart
35. NOTICE Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Your engine has a specific radiator fill procedure You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the Failure to follow this procedure could cause your cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and engine to overheat and be severely damaged upper radiator hose is no longer hot 1 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 5 19 You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot 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 3 If you have the 3800 V6 engine remove the 3800 Series II V6 engine cover shield to access the bleed valve 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap 5 20 4 After the engine cools open the coolant air bleed valve or valves Thermostat Housing Thermostat Bypass A Clean the area around the engine oil fill tube and cap 3100 V6 Tube 3100 V6 before removing Twist the oil fill tube with cap attached counterclockwise and remove it 3100 V6 engine There are two bleed valves One is located on the thermostat housing The other is located on the thermostat bypass tube B If you hav
36. P See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 2 40 Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine The vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You must fully apply the regular brakes and press the shift control button located on the front of the shift lever before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK P while keeping the brake pedal pushed down Release the shift lever button Then move the shift lever out of PARK P being sure to press the shift lever button See Shifting Out of PARK P in the Index REVERSE R Use this gear to back up NOTICE Shifting to REVERSE R while the vehicle is moving forward could damage the transaxle Shift to REVERSE R only after the vehicle is stopped To rock the vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging the transaxle see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NEUTRAL N In this position the engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when the vehicle is being towed Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing running at high speed is dangerous Unless y
37. RAP in the Index In addition each passenger door has a window switch Express Down Window The driver s window switch has an auto down feature This switch is labeled AUTO Tap the rear of the switch and the driver s window will open a small amount If the rear of the switch is fully pressed and released the window will go all the way down To stop the window while it is lowering press the front of the switch To raise the window press and hold the front of the switch Lock Out Switch Four Door Models On four door models the driver s window switch includes a lock out feature Push LOCK OUT to stop front and rear passengers from using their window switches The driver can still control all the windows with the lock on Push LOCK OUT again to return to normal window operation When the colored band on the switch is showing the passengers can operate their windows Keys Leaving children in a vehicle 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 This key can be used for the ignition as well as all door locks and storage compartments When a new key is delivered it will come with a bar coded tag attached to the key ring Keep the bar code tag that came with the original keys Give this tag to your de
38. SOON This light will appear when the system indicates that it s time for an oil change The system predicts remaining oil life using data from length of drives coolant temperature engine rpm and vehicle speed It alerts you to change the oil on a schedule consistent with the vehicle s driving conditions After changing the oil the system must be reset See How to Reset the GM Oil Life System in the Index a7 LOW This light will come on when the ignition is on and the fluid in the washer fluid container is low 2 AJAR This light alerts you that the trunk is not fully closed 2 92 LOW TRAC Low Traction This light will come on when the enhanced traction system is limiting wheel spin See Enhanced Traction System or Low Traction Light in the Index TRAC OFF Traction Off This light lets you know that the enhanced traction system has been disabled and will not limit wheel spin See Enhanced Traction System Warning Light or Low Traction Light in the Index TRAC Traction If the vehicle has the enhanced traction system you will have a disable button on the far right side of the DIC The enhanced traction system is automatically activated when you turn the ignition on This button will activate deactivate the system If you need to disable the system such as when you are stuck and are rocking the vehicle back and forth push this button See Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the I
39. This is the legal identifier for your vehicle It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel on the driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels 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 the underside of your trunk lid It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is your VIN the model designation paint information and e a list of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle 6 67 Electrical System Add On Electrical Equipment NOTICE Don t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn t be covered by your warranty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index 6 68 Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the inst
40. To use the slot do the following 1 Verify that the shift lever is in PARK P and that the shift lever button is fully released 2 Locate the override access slot on the upper right side of the shift panel Remove the override access slot cap Insert a key into the access slot press in and hold Press the shift lever button in and hold Remove the key from the slot Pull the shift lever into the desired gear position GO Oy ON e Reinstall the override access slot cap You will not be able to remove the key from the ignition unless the shift lever is in the PARK P position with the shift lever button fully released 2 35 Starting Your 3100 V6 Engine 2 If your engine won t start or starts but then 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 not more than 15 seconds at a time This clears the extra gasoline from the engine NOTICE NOTICE 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn your ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equi
41. Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information 2 32 NOTICE If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can t turn it be sure you are using the correct key if so is it all the way in If it is then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard Turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs service Ignition Positions A ACCESSORY This position lets you use things With the key in the ignition switch you can turn it to like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is five different positions The ignition switch is located on off To use accessory push in the key and turn it toward the right side of the steering column you The steering wheel will stay locked B LOCK This position locks the ignition steering wheel and transaxle It s a theft deterrent feature It s also the only position from which you can remove the key C OFF This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel It doesn t lock the steering wheel like LOCK Use off if you must have the vehicle pushed or towed 2 33 D RUN This position is where the key returns to after you start the vehicle With the engine off you can use run to display some of the warning and indicator lights E START This position starts the engine A warning chime will sound if you open the dri
42. 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 Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other the alignment may need to be reset If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road your wheels may n
43. and keep it at the proper level If the system is ever reset accidentally you must change your oil at 3 000 miles 5 000 km since your last oil change Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Oil Life System in the Index for information on resetting the system An Emission Control Service Scheduled Maintenance ENGINE OIL CHANGE ACTUAL ENGINE OIL CHANGE 7 7 Scheduled Maintenance ENGINE OIL CHANGE 7 8 Scheduled Maintenance 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary MILEAGE An Emission Control Service See footnote a S Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 7 9 Scheduled Maintenance 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper ACTUAL SERVICED BY SERVICED BY rotation pattern and additional information See footnote MILEAGE Replace engin
44. associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy It s the number one contributor to the highway death toll claiming thousands of victims every year Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision Attentiveness Police records show that almost half of all motor vehicle related deaths involve alcohol In most cases these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving In recent years about 16 000 annual motor vehicle related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol with more than 300 000 people injured Many adults by some estimates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it s against the law in every U S state to drink 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 problem The Blood Alcohol Concentration BAC of someone who is drinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed bef
45. battery in your vehicle has a another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your built in hydrometer Do not charge test or jump vehicle Be sure to follow the steps listed below to do start the battery if the hydrometer looks clear it safely or light yellow Replace the battery when there is a clear or light yellow hydrometer and a cranking complaint Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it won t work and it could damage your vehicle Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because e They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite 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 If the other system isn t a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles aren t touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you don t want You wouldn t be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure Put an automatic transaxle in PARK P or a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL before sett
46. be for one of the following reasons You re driving on a very rough road It s very hot The disc is upside down It is dirty scratched or wet The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected contact your dealer If your radio displays an error number write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Equalizer If Equipped Playing the Radio POWER Push this knob to turn the system on and off VOL Volume Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume RECALL Press this button to display the station being played or to display the clock Pressing this button with the ignition off will display the clock Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to choose radio stations Press the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it A SEEK V Press the up or down arrow to go to the next or previous station and stay there Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FM1 and six FM2 by performing the following steps
47. 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 lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow recommended maintenance may not be covered by warranty How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services explains what to have done and how often Some of these services can be complex so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment you should let your dealer s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous In trying to do some jobs you can be seriously injured Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know how and the proper tools and equipment for the job If you have any doubt have a qualified technician 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 vehicl
48. burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty Low Oil Level Light The engine is equipped with an oil level monitoring system When the ignition key is turned to RUN the LOW OIL LEVEL light will briefly flash LOW OIL LEVEL If the light does not flash have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem If the light stays on stop the vehicle on a level surface and turn the engine off Check the oil level using the engine oil dipstick See Engine Oil in the Index The oil level monitoring system only checks the oil level during the brief period when the ignition key is between RUN and START It does not monitor engine oil level when the engine is running Additionally an oil level check is only performed if the engine has been turned off for a considerable period of time allowing the oil normally in circulation to drain back into the oil pan Security Light This message is displayed to monitor the Pass Key III system SECURITY If the SECURITY message is displayed continuously while driving there may be a problem with the Pass Key III system Your vehicle will not be protected by Pass Key III and you should see your dealer for service For more information see PASS Key m System in the Index 2 89 Fuel Gage United States Canada
49. by an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could have a crash Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels It s all right to drive with your compact spare though It was developed for use on your vehicle If you use bias ply tires on your vehicle the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle 6 53 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where 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 are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires The
50. child s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields 1 40 A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window Q How do child restraints work A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain seat or position children A built in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle An add on child restraint system is a portable one which is purchased by the vehicle s owner For many years add on 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 the infant s shoulders and buckle together at the crotch The five point harness system has two shoulder straps two hip straps and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body
51. compact spare tire in the trunk v N 5 36 Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new it can lose air after a time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 60 psi 420 kPa After installing the compact spare on your vehicle you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph 105 km h for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have your full size tire repaired or replaced where you want Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again NOTICE When the compact spare is installed don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle Don t use your compact spare on other vehicles And don t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires They won t fit Keep your spare tire and its wheel together NOTICE Tire chains won t fit your compact spare Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chains too Don t use tire chains on your compact spare 5 37 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow In order t
52. could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on the accessory power plugs NOTICE Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working as they should This wouldn t be covered by your warranty Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment and never use anything that exceeds the fuse rating When adding electrical equipment be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment NOTICE Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty Auxiliary Power Connection Power Drop The vehicle is equipped with an auxiliary power connection This feature provides power ground and accessing wires which can be used to add aftermarket electrical equipment to the vehicle The connection is located on the passenger s side of the vehicle below the glove box on the right side of the console OnStar System If Equipped OnStar is a vehicle communications system that offers a variety of services and provides a one touch hands free communication link between you and the OnStar Center To receive OnStar services a service subscription agreement is required and an additional fee may be required Services are available
53. designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly 2 37 Engine Coolant Heater Option To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord The cord is located below the engine air cleaner filter near the coolant reservoir bottle See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause In very cold weather 0 F 18 C or colder the engine coolant heater can help You ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle At temperatures heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for above 32 F 0 C use of the coolant heater is at least 15 amps not required 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 2 38 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from m
54. fabric belt to clean the 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 EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a disc is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the side without writing when handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Backglass Antenna Your AM FM antenna is integrated with your rear window defogger located in the rear window Be sure that the inside surface of the rear window is not scratched and that the lines on the glass
55. hold the shift lever button located on the front of the shift lever Push the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle 3 Turn the ignition key to LOCK 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 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running Your vehicle could move 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 the vehicle is in PARK P and the parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you ve moved the shift lever into PARK P hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pushing the shift lever button If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P 2 45 Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock
56. if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer 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 Because you have anti lock brakes do not try to tap into your vehicle s brake system If you do both brake systems won t work well or at all Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check the trailer hitch and platform and attachments safety chains electrical connector lamps tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has electric brakes start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance
57. in heavy traffic 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 traction control system on the 3800 Supercharged V6 engine or the enhanced traction system on the 3100 V6 and 3800 V6 engine begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage See Traction Control System or Enhanced Traction System in the Index When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may turn the cruise control back on Setting Cruise Control If you leave your cruise control switch on when you re not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don t want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 Push in the SET button at the end of the multifunction lever and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set the cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course shuts off the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more again you can move the cruise control switch from ON to R A Resume A
58. is Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on two lane roads Reconsider before passing the next vehicle Don t overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly Even though the brake lamps are not flashing it may be slowing down or starting to turn If you re being passed make it easy for the following driver to get ahead of you Perhaps you can ease a little to the right Loss of Control Let s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle s three control systems In the braking skid your wheels aren t rolling In the steering or cornering skid too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force And in the acceleration skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin A cornering skid is best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If you do not have the Enhanced Traction System or the Trac
59. is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road Pontiac s 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 you Fuel delivery Lock out service identification required Tow to nearest dealership for warranty service Change a flat tire Jump starts We have quick easy access to telephone numbers of the following additional services depending on your needs Hotels Glass replacement Tire repair facilities Rental vehicle or taxis Airports or train stations Police fire department or hospitals In many instances mechanical failures are covered under Pontiac s comprehensive warranty However when other services are utilized our advisors will explain any payment obligations you might incur For prompt and efficient assistance when calling please provide the following information to give the advisor Location of vehicle Telephone number of your location Vehicle model year and color Mileage of vehicle Vehicle Identification Number VIN Vehicle license plate number Pontiac reserves the
60. it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have 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 Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades Are they in good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have you checked all levels Lamps Are they all working Are the lenses clean Tires They are vitally important to a safe trouble free trip Is the tread good enough for long distance driving Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure Weather Forecasts What s the weather outlook along your route Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system Maps Do you have up to date maps Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Don t let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injure
61. mode your vehicle is set for If you do not wish to change the current mode you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions earlier in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle 4 Turn the interior lamps thumbwheel all the way to the right and then back slightly to the left again to change the current mode 5 Repeat Step 4 until you hear the number of chimes that matches the number of the mode you want The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions earlier in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle 2 16 Automatic Door Locks With automatic door locks all doors will automatically lock when you shift out of PARK P and automatically unlock when the ignition is turned to OFF Programmable Modes Mode 1 Both Features Off Automatic door locking and unlocking are disabled You will always need to lock your doors manually before driving to increase occupant safety All doors will lock when you press the power door lock switch rearward or when you press the LOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped e All doors will unlock when you press the power door lock switch forward or when you press UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped Mode 2 Automatic Door Locking Only Automatic Door Unlocking The automatic door unlock feature is turned off
62. necessary 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn in the Index if necessary off the engine immediately if it starts 3 Try to start the engine in each gear The starter Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately should work only in PARK P or NEUTRAL N if the vehicle begins to move If the starter works in any other position your 3 With the engine off turn the key to the RUN vehicle needs service position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P your vehicle needs service 7 17 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK P The key should come out only in LOCK Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK P Mechanism Check When you are doing this check your vehicle could begin to move You or others could be injured and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move 7 18 Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake
63. 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 of its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP you can play your audio system even after the ignition is turned off See Retained Accessory Power RAP in the Index Setting the Clock Press RECALL then press and hold HR or MIN for two seconds Then press and hold HR until the correct hour appears AM or PM will appear on the display Press and hold MIN until the correct minute appears The clock can only be set with the ignition off AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player ay Fa i Playing the Radio POWER Push this knob to turn the system on and off VOL Volume Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume RECALL Press this button to display the time with the ignition on or off When the radio is playing press this knob to display the station frequency Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to choose radio stations Press the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it ASEEKY Press the up or
64. reinstall it 11 Carefully reinstall the taillamp assembly by reversing Steps 1 through 5 Be careful to avoid scratching or chipping the vehicle s paint 12 Close the rear compartment 6 47 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking See Windshield Wipers Blade Check in the Index for more information Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For the proper type and length see Normal Maintenance and Replacement Parts in the Index 6 48 To remove the wiper blade do the following 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly toward the driver s side of the vehicle 3 Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2 Tires Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer If you ever have questions Underinflated tires pose the same danger as about your tire warranty and where to obtain service see overloaded tires The resulting accident your Pontiac Warranty booklet for details could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended
65. repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever occurs first 6 65 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials PARTNUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION 994954 Polishing Cloth Wax Treated 1050172 Tar and Road Oil Remover 1050173 Chrome Cleaner and Polish 1050174 White Sidewall Tire Cleaner 1050214 Vinyl Cleaner 1050427 Glass Cleaner 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Chrome and Wire Removes dirt and grime from chrome wheels and Wheel Cleaner wire wheel covers 12377964 16 oz 0 473 L Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off 12377965 16 oz 0 473 L Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination 12377966 16 oz 0 473 L Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and oxidation and protects finish Foaming Tire Cleans shines and protects in one easy step 12319138 19 02 0ML Shine Low Gloss No wiping necessary Medium foaming shampoo Cleans and lightly waxes 1238401 16 oz 0 473 L Wash Wax Concentrate Biodegradable and phosphate free 12378488 8 oz 0 237 L Spot Lifter Quickly and easily removes spots and stains from carpets vinyl and cloth upholstery See your General Motors parts department for these products See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index 6 66 Vehicle Identification Number VIN SAMPLE4UX1M072675 a
66. 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 and your family Remember we re only a phone call away Pontiac Roadside Assistance 1 800 ROADSIDE or 1 800 762 3743 text telephone TTY users call 1 888 889 2438 Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States Please refer to the Warranty and Owner Assistance Information book or call 1 800 268 6800 for emergency services Courtesy Transportation Pontiac has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles To enhance your ownership experience we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper to Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required This will reduce your inconvenience during warranty repairs Plan Ahead When Possible When your vehicle requires warranty service you should contact your dealer and request an appointment By scheduling a se
67. roads but then you would also want to use instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D your brakes off and on When driving on hilly winding roads NOTICE When towing a trailer so there is less shifting between gears Don t drive in SECOND 2 for more than 25 miles 40 km or at speeds over 55 mph When driving in non highway scenarios 90 km h or you can damage your transaxle i e city streets etc Use AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D or THIRD 3 as much as possible Don t shift into SECOND 2 unless you are going slower than 65 mph 105 km h or you can damage your engine When going down a steep hill 2 42 FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the shift lever is in FIRST 1 the transaxle won t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough NOTICE If your front wheels can t turn don t try to drive This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object You could damage your 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 The parking brake is located to the left of the brake pedal near the driver s door To s
68. some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal However there are ways you can help Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves so don t do it When you park your vehicle and open the driver s door you ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your steering wheel 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 what if you have to leave your key If possible park in a busy well lit area Put your valuables in a storage area like your trunk or glove box Be sure to close and lock the storage area Close all windows Lock the glove box Lock all the doors except the driver s If your vehicle has a remote keyless entry system take the transmitter with you 2 27 Content Theft Deterrent If Equipped The vehicle may have a theft deterrent alarm system A red light located on top of the instrumen
69. 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 or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Your vehicle has a basecoat clearcoat paint finish The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish NOTICE Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years You can help to keep the paint finish lo
70. the next feature available on your vehicle 4 Press LOCK on the power door lock switch again to change the current mode 5 Repeat Step 4 until you hear the number of chimes that matches the mode you want The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions earlier in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle 2 17 Last Door Closed Locking and Lockout Prevention With the last door closed locking and lockout prevention features your vehicle will do the following If you leave your key in the ignition and leave the driver s door open you won t be able to use the power door lock switches to lock the doors The doors will not lock when you press LOCK on the driver s door arm rest or the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped while any door is open Instead you will hear three chimes which let you know that the last door closed locking feature is in operation Five seconds after all the doors are closed all the doors will automatically lock Programmable Modes Mode 1 Both Features Off Doors will always lock immediately when you press LOCK on the driver s door armrest or the remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped Mode 2 Lockout Prevention Only If you leave your key in the ignition with the driver s door open you will not be able to lock the doors using your power locks 2 18 Mod
71. the passenger seatback fully forward The whole seat will now slide forward If the seatback will not tilt lift the seatback latch located on the back of the seat to tilt the seatback forward The whole seat will now slide forward After someone gets into the rear seat area move the passenger front seatback to its original position Then move the seat rearward until it locks To get out tilt the seatback fully forward and slide the seat forward out of the way If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked Safety Belts They re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System SRS or air bag system Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you re not wearing a safety belt your injuries can be much worse You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision
72. the radiator see Cooling System in the Index Radiator Pressure Cap Power Steering Fluid The radiator pressure cap is located in the front of the The power steering fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment on the passenger s side near the engine compartment next to the engine coolant recovery diagonal cross brace and the battery See Engine tank In the 3800 V6 Code K engine and the 3800 V6 Compartment Overview in the Index for more Supercharged Code I engine the power steering fluid information on location reservoir sits low in the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index NOTICE Your radiator cap is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant 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 3100 V6 Engine 3800 V6 or 3800 V6 Supercharged Engine 6 31 When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for reservoir location How to Check Power Steering Fluid Turn the key off let the engine compartment cool down wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean the
73. the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle Also you won t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops Keep back a reasonable distance When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and don t get too close Time your move so you will be increasing speed as the time comes to move into the other lane If the way is clear to pass you will have a running start that more than makes up for the distance you would lose by dropping back And if something happens to cause you to cancel your pass you need only slow down and drop back again and wait for another opportunity If other cars 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 4 16 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 its front in your inside mirror activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane Remember that your right outside mirror is convex The vehicle you just passed may seem to be farther away from you than it really
74. well you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead Inremote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs with night vision problems or by fatigue 4 18 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 affect your night vision For example if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night But if you re driving don t wear sunglasses at night They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlam
75. without first reading the note contained in the description for that mode The door key lock cylinder must remain in the unlock position during Steps 2 through 4 Press the horn symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter 2 24 Ti Count the number of chimes you hear The number of chimes tells you which mode the vehicle is set for If you do not wish to change the current mode you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions earlier in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Press the horn symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter again to change the current mode Repeat Step 5 until you hear the number of chimes that matches the mode you want Remove the key from the door key cylinder The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions earlier in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Trunk It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the trunk open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk Make sure all other windows are shut Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on VENT That will force
76. 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 COOL coolant A CAUTION NOTICE You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot In cold weather water can freeze and crack the enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture 5 17 When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the 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 before you do it Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the 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 5 18 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator The radiator pressure cap is located on the passenger s side of the vehicle in the front of the engine compartment near the battery and the diagonal cross brace See Engine
77. your vehicle 2 22 Arm the system when you lock the doors using either power door lock switch while any door is open and the key is removed from the ignition Arm the system when you lock the doors with your remote keyless entry transmitter and the key is removed form the ignition Disarm the system when you unlock the doors with your key or remote keyless entry transmitter Programmable Modes Mode 1 Power Door Lock Switch Arming Off The content theft deterrent system will arm when you lock the doors with the remote keyless entry transmitter The key must be removed from the ignition when you lock the doors or the content theft deterrent system will not arm The content theft deterrent system will disarm when you unlock the doors with the keys or the remote keyless entry transmitter Mode 2 Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Arm Disarm Only The content theft deterrent system will arm when you lock the doors with the remote keyless entry transmitter The key must be removed from the ignition when you lock the doors or the content theft deterrent system will not arm The content theft deterrent system will disarm when you unlock the doors with the remote keyless entry transmitter While this mode provides increased security it can be a problem if the remote keyless entry transmitter is damaged lost or if it fails to operate for any reason while the content theft deterrent system is armed The content theft de
78. 24 hours a day 7 days a week For more information call 1 888 ONSTAR 7 1 888 667 8277 OnStar Services Button Press this button once to contact an advisor who will be able to assist you with these services If you are not quickly connected the system will automatically reset and redial This ensures connection to the center there is no additional action required Press the Communication button to cancel the automatic redial Emergency Button In an emergency situation press the emergency service button Upon receiving the call an advisor at the center will locate your vehicle and assess the situation If necessary the advisor will alert the nearest emergency service provider 2 69 Communication Button Press this button at the end of a call Also press this button to answer a call from the center or cancel a call if one of the other buttons is accidentally pressed This button is also used to access OnStar Personal Calling and Virtual Advisor services See the OnStar owner package for more information Volume Control You can control the volume of the OnStar system using either the volume knob on the radio or if equipped the steering wheel volume controls Telltale Light This light will indicate the status of the system A solid green light will come on when you start the vehicle to let you know that the system is on and is ready to make or receive calls If the light blinks green it means that a
79. 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 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock To tighten the belt feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure 1 45 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 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position y You ll be using the lap belt 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 See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 46 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt Put the restraint on the seat Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 5 To tighten the belt pull its free end while you push down
80. 34 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 15 Off Road Recovery 4 35 Loading Your Vehicle 4 15 Passing 4 37 Towing a Trailer 4 17 Loss of Control Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is Drive defensively Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle Buckle up See Safety Belts in the Index gt Defensive driving really means be ready for anything On city streets rural roads or freeways it means always expect the unexpected Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do Be ready for their mistakes Rear end collisions are about the most preventable 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 reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision with resulting injury Ask a passenger to help do things like this or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself These simple defensive driving techniques could save your life Drunken Driving Death and injury
81. 50 00 Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service 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 specifically 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 Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Time Visit Helm Inc on the World Wide Web at www helminc com For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery 8 12 Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents are to make checks payable in U S funds
82. A 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 CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should immediately notify Transport Canada in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited You may write to Transport Canada 330 Sparks Street Tower C Ottawa Ontario K1A ON5 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope 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 8 11 SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc RETAIL SELL PRICE 120 00 Transmission Transaxle Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures adjustments and specifications for GM transmissions transaxles and transfer cases RETAIL SELL PRICE
83. Automatic Headlamp Control Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work so be sure it isn t covered The DRL system will make your low beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when the following conditions are met The ignition is on the exterior lamps control is off e the transaxle is not in PARK P and e the parking brake is released 2 56 When the DRL are on only your low beam headlamps at a reduced brightness will be on The taillamps sidemarker and other lamps won t be on Your instrument panel won t be lit up either When it s dark enough outside your headlamps will change to full brightness The other lamps that come on with your headlamps will also come on When it s bright enough outside the headlamps will go out and your low beam headlamps will change to the reduced brightness of DRL To idle your vehicle with the DRL off set the parking brake while the ignition is in OFF or LOCK Then start your vehicle The DRL will stay off until you shift out of PARK P and release the parking brake As with any vehicle you should turn
84. Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly The brake wear warning sound means that soon your brakes won t work well That could lead to an accident When you hear the brake wear warning sound have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions 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 as complete axle sets See Brake System Inspection in Section 7 of this manual under Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 37 Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This
85. But you must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index 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 3800 V6 or 3800 V6 Supercharged Engine 3100 V6 Engine The engine oil fill cap is located on the front of the engine near the center of the engine compartment and the yellow looped engine 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 range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re through 6 15 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the starburst symbol on 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 6 16
86. CHECK ENGINE light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty This may also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test 2 85 This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not running If the light doesn t come on have it repaired This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways e Light Flashing A misfire condition has been detected A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle Reducing vehicle speed Avoiding hard accelerations Avoiding steep uphill grades e If you are towing a trailer reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible 2 86 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 rema
87. Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle If you are in an area where the temperature falls below 20 F 29 C consider using either an SAE 5W 30 synthetic oil or an SAE OW 30 oil Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil The recommended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection 6 18 When to Change Engine Oil GM Oil Life System Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE OIL SOON light will come on Change your oil as soon as possible within the next two times you stop for fuel It is possible that if you are driving under the best conditions the oil life system may not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a yea
88. D Dolby Press this pushbutton to reduce background noise The double D symbol will appear on the display Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation 5 REV Reverse Press this pushbutton 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 reverse operation by using SEEK or TUNE 6 FWD Forward Press this pushbutton to advance quickly to another part of the tape Press the pushbutton again to return to playing speed The radio will play the last selected station while the tape advances You may select stations during forward operation by using SEEK or TUNE AM FM Press this button to listen to the radio when a tape is playing TAPE PLAY Press this button to change to playing a tape when listening to the radio The tape symbol with an arrow will appear on the display when the tape is active amp EJECT Press this button to stop a tape when it is playing and to remove a tape when it is not playing The eject button 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 Cassette Tape Messages E Error If this message and a number appears while trying to play a cassette
89. E We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON III because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transaxle Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON III is not covered by your new vehicle warranty After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOL extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating or if you need to add coolant to your radiator see Engine Overheating in the Index A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the proper engine temperature Let the warning lights and gages work as they should NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOL silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result In addition the eng
90. If an error appears on the display see Compact Disc Messages later in this section 1 PREV Previous Press this pushbutton or the SEEK down arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played If you hold the pushbutton or press it more than once the player will continue moving back through the disc 2 NEXT Press this pushbutton or the SEEK up arrow to go to the start of the next track If you hold the pushbutton or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward through the disc 3 RDM Random Press this pushbutton to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order The display will show RDM Press RDM again to turn off random play 5 REV Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to quickly reverse within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume The display will show elapsed time 6 FWD Forward Press and hold this pushbutton to quickly advance forward within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume The display will show elapsed time RECALL Press this button to see what track is currently playing Press it again within five seconds to see how long the track has been playing When a new track starts to play the track number will also appear Press it a third time and the time of day will be displayed AM FM Press this button to listen to the radio when a disc is playing The disc will stop but remain in the player CD PLAY Press this b
91. To prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into PARK P properly before you leave the driver s seat To find out how see Shifting Into PARK P in the Index When you are ready to drive move the shift lever out of PARK P before you release the parking brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P 2 46 Shifting Out of PARK P Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN See Automatic Transaxle Operation in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK P while keeping the brake pedal down Release the shift lever button Then move the shift lever out of PARK P being sure to press the shift lever button Parking Over Things That Burn Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Don t park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn Engine Exhaust Engine exhaust can kill It contains the gas carbon monoxide CO which you can t see or smell It can cause unconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange
92. Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm or to some limited production tires While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards 6 54 Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include
93. a very low charge or is dead you may not be able to remove the ignition key from the ignition switch or shift out of PARK P Refer to Shifting Out of PARK P in the Index Vehicle Storage If you re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down 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 storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index 6 39 Bulb Replacement Headlamps For the proper type of replacement bulb see 1 Open the hood Replacement Bulbs in the Index 2 Remove the two bolts from the top of the headlamp assembly For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package 6 40 3 Carefully remove the headlamp assembly from the vehicle Be careful to avoid scratching or chipping the paint on the vehicle while removing 4 Lift the plastic tab on the electrical connector
94. action System or the Traction Control System stops limiting wheel spin See Enhanced Traction System or Traction Control System in the Index The low traction light also comes on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be there to tell you when the Traction Control System or Enhanced Traction System is active Engine Coolant Temperature Light This light tells tells you that the engine coolant has overheated or the radiator cooling fan is not working TEMP If you have been operating the vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull of the road stop the vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating in the Index 2 83 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage United States Canada Your vehicle has a gage that shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the shaded area the engine is too hot That reading means the same thing as the warning light It means that the engine coolant has overheated If you have been operating the vehicle under normal conditions you should pull off the road stop the vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating in the Index 2 84 Low Coolant Warning Light If this light comes on the system is low on coolant and the engine may overheat LOW COOLANT See Engine Coolant in the Index and have th
95. advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start your engine or when you begin to drive away your anti lock brake system will check itself You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves or pulses a little This is normal If there s a problem with the anti lock brake system this warning light will stay on See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index Let s say the road is wet and you re driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes and continue braking Here s what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one of the 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 on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly Remember Anti lock doesn t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you won t have time to apply your brakes if that veh
96. aler if you need a new key made Your vehicle has the PASS Key TI vehicle theft system The key has a transponder in the key head that matches a decoder in the vehicle s steering column If a replacement key or an additional key is needed it must be purchased from your dealer The key will have PK3 stamped on it Any new PASS Key IMI key must be programmed before it will start your vehicle See PASS Key Til in the Index for more information on programming your new key In an emergency contact Pontiac Roadside Assistance See Roadside Assistance in the Index for more information NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your key inside You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in So be sure you have an extra key If your vehicle is equipped with the OnStar system with an active subscription and you lock your keys inside the vehicle OnStar may be able to send a command to unlock your vehicle See OnStar in the Index for more information Door Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle To lock or unlock your vehicle from the outside use your key or remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle When a door is locked the
97. and pull the connector out 5 Turn the lamp socket ring a quarter turn counterclockwise to remove it from the headlamp assembly 6 42 6 Pull the old bulb from the socket 7 Place the new bulb into the socket 8 Turn the lamp socket ring a quarter turn clockwise 10 11 12 to place it back into the headlamp assembly Lift the plastic tab on the electrical connector and reinstall the connector Carefully reinstall the headlamp assembly Be careful to avoid scratching or chipping the paint on the vehicle while reinstalling the assembly Reinstall the two bolts on the top of the headlamp assembly Close the hood Headlamp Aiming The aim of your vehicle s headlamps can be adjusted by using aim tips located on the outer surface of the lens The aim has been pre set at the factory and should need no further adjustment If your vehicle is damaged in an accident the headlamp aim may be affected Aim adjustment to the low beam may be necessary if it is difficult to see lane markers for horizontal aim or if oncoming drivers flash their high beams at you for vertical aim If you believe your headlamps need to be re aimed it is recommended that you take your vehicle to the dealer for assistance Front Turn Signal and Front Sidemarker 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the two bolts from the top of the headlamp assembly 3 Remove the headlamp assembly from the vehicle Be careful to avoid scratchi
98. and how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal or near frontal impacts What makes an air bag inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator which inflates the air bag The inflator air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger How does an air bag restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel Air bags supplement 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 air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including rollovers rear impacts and many side impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward those air bags Air bags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions 1 25 What will you see after an air bag inflates In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag After an air bag inflates it quickly defl
99. ansaxle to limit wheel spin This light will come on when your Enhanced Traction System is limiting wheel spin See Enhanced Traction System Warning Light in the Index LOW TRAC If your vehicle is in cruise control when the enhanced traction system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may re engage the cruise control See Cruise Control in the Index The Enhanced Traction System operates in all transaxle shift lever positions But the system can upshift the transaxle only as high as the shift lever position you ve chosen so you should use the lower gears only when necessary See Automatic Transaxle in the Index This TRAC OFF warning light will come on to let you know if there s a problem TRAC OFF See Enhanced Traction System Warning Light in the Index When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should always leave the Enhanced Traction System on But you can turn the system off if you ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud or snow and rocking the vehicle is required See Rocking Your Vehicle in the Index 4 11 To turn the system on or off press the TRAC button on the far right end of the Driver Information Cent
100. are not damaged If the inside surface is damaged it could interfere with radio reception 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 rear defogger grid and affect your radio s ability to pick up stations clearly The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Because this antenna is built into your rear window there is a reduced risk of damage caused by car washes and vandals If you choose to add a 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 antenna There is enough space between the lines to attach a cellular telephone antenna without interfering with radio reception 3 21 y Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here yov ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions We ve also included many other useful tips on driving 4 2 Defensive Driving 4 18 Driving at Night 4 3 Drunken Driving 4 20 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 24 City Driving 4 6 Braking 4 25 Freeway Driving 4 9 Traction Control System 4 26 Before Leaving on a Long Trip With 3800 Supercharged V6 Engine 4 27 Highway Hypnosis 4 11 Enhanced Traction System ETS 4 28 Hill and Mountain Roads 3100 V6 or 3800 V6 Engine 4 29 Winter Driving 4 12 Steering 4
101. arther you can travel with the fuel you have remaining in the gas tank before refueling When the range displays L for 40 to 50 miles 64 36 to 80 45 km the display will flash LOW continuously The range is calculated from the AVG ECON value multiplied by the fuel remaining in the tank LOW This light will come on the vehicle outline when the ignition is on and the fluid in the washer fluid container is low DOOR AJAR If one of the doors is left ajar a light will appear next to that door on the vehicle outline BOOST GAGE If you have the 3800 V6 supercharged engine this gage will show the amount of boost the engine is receiving TRUNK AJAR If the trunk is not fully closed the trunk area will light up on the vehicle outline LOW TRAC Low Traction This light will come on when the enhanced traction system 3100 or 3800 V6 engine or the traction control system 3800 supercharged V6 engine is limiting wheel spin See Traction Control System Enhanced Traction System and Low Traction Light in the Index 2 95 TRAC OFF Traction Off or TCS OFF Traction Control System Off This light lets you know that the enhanced traction system 3100 or 3800 V6 engine or the traction control system 3800 supercharged V6 engine has been disabled and will not limit wheel spin See Traction Control System Warning Light Enhanced Traction System Warning Light and Low Traction Light in the Index TRAC
102. ater will not get in 5 Check the transmitter operation 2 13 Multifunction Alarm Locks and Lighting Choices Your vehicle s locks and lighting systems can be programmed with several different features The features you can program depend on the options that came with your vehicle The following chart shows the features that can be programmed To determine which features your vehicle is equipped with follow the steps listed for entering the programming mode Feature Number Delayed Automatic Last Door Remote Remote Content Content of Chimes Illumina Door Locks Closed Drivers Lock Theft Sounded tion Locking Door Unlock Arming Exit Lockout Unlock Confirma Disarming Lighting Deterrent 2 14 Entering Programming Mode To program features your vehicle must be in this programming mode Follow these steps 1 Turn the ignition key to LOCK or OFF 2 Remove the MALL PGM fuse from the instrument panel fuse block See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index 3 Turn the ignition key to ACCESSORY 4 Count the number of chimes you hear You will hear up to four chimes depending on vehicle content See Multifunction Alarm Locks and Lighting Choices earlier in this section You can now program your choices After programming a feature you can exit the programming mode at any time Exiting Programming Mode To exit programming mode turn the key from ACCESSORY t
103. ates so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated Some components of the air bag module the steering wheel hub for the driver s air bag or the instrument panel e for the right front passenger s bag will be hot for a short time The parts of the bag that come into contact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be Air bags are designed to inflate only once After they inflate you ll need some new parts for your air bag system If you don t get them the air bag system won t be there to help protect you in another crash some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the driver from seeing or from being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle 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 If you have breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or door 1 26 A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the air bag sy
104. automatically dims to the proper level to minimize glare from headlamps behind your after dark The mirror has an eight point compass and temperature display in the upper right corner of the mirror face The display shows the current outside temperature and the vehicle s current direction Automatic Dimming Feature The automatic dimming feature is turned on or off by briefly pressing the COMP button located on the bottom of the mirror face A light on the mirror will be lit when the feature is turned on It will go out when the feature is turned off Temperature Display The TEMP button located on the bottom of the mirror face changes the temperature display You can select F C or turn the display off Compass Operation Press the COMP button once briefly to turn the compass on or off When on the display will show the compass direction with a maximum of two characters For example NE is displayed for north east Compass Calibration Press and hold the COMP button down for six seconds to activate the compass calibration mode If your vehicle has the optional mirror with the compass temperature display and OnStar system press the on off button for nine seconds CAL will be displayed in the compass temperature window on the mirror The mirror can be calibrated in one of two ways Drive the vehicle in circles at 5 mph 8 km h or less until CAL is no longer displayed in the compass window Drive the ve
105. bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road you can have a very slippery situation 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 crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution If you have traction control keep the system on It will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road Even though your vehicle has a traction control system you ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions See Traction Control System in the Index If you don t have the traction control system accelerate gently Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though
106. be careful 4 32 Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You can t see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn t collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that s away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the 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 from the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes 4 33 Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a m
107. becomes cloudy or if you turn on your headlamps you may need to adjust the HUD brightness again Polarized sunglasses could make the HUD image harder to see Push the ENG MET button on the trip calculator located above the audio controls on the trip computer if equipped on the instrument panel to ENG ME switch the HUD display from English to metric or metric to English If your vehicle is not equipped with the trip calculator you cannot change the display Care of the Head Up Display Clean the inside of the windshield as needed to remove any dirt or film that reduces the sharpness or clarity of the HUD image To clean the HUD spray household glass cleaner on a soft clean cloth Wipe the HUD lens gently then dry it Do not spray cleaner directly on the lens because the cleaner could leak into the unit If You Can t See the HUD Image When the Ignition Is On e Is anything covering the HUD unit Is the HUD dimmer setting bright enough Is the HUD image adjusted to the proper height Still no HUD image Check the fuse in the instrument panel fuse block See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index If the HUD Image Is Not Clear Is the HUD image too bright e Are the windshield and HUD lens clean The windshield is part of the HUD system If you ever need a new windshield be sure to get one designed for HUD If you don t the HUD image may look blurred and out of focus 2 99
108. button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt 1 14 Qy 3 KS EZ i K N Ny DN yy xs The lap part of the belt should be worn low 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 forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Four Door Models Before you begin to drive move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you To move it down squeeze the release lever and the shoulder belt guide as shown and move the height adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without squeezing the release lever to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the bel
109. c Door Locks see Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index to unlock the doors when the shift lever is shifted into PARK P then the doors will automatically unlock for you Also the doors will automatically lock when you move your shift lever out of PARK P with the ignition on If you don t want the doors to unlock automatically when you turn the ignition off see Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index Rear Door Security Locks Four Door Models Four door vehicles are equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the inside To use one of these locks do the following 1 Open one of the rear doors 2 On the inside of the rear door will be a lock with this label Slide the lever located next to the label upward to engage the lock ul payun 3 Close the door 4 Repeat the procedure on the other rear door lock To disengage the lock s reverse the steps The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when this feature is in use If you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on unlock the door from the inside and then open the door from the outside Lockout Prevention The lockout deterrent feature makes it difficult for you to lock your keys in the vehicle If the driver s door is open while the keys are in the ignition you will not be able to use your power door lock
110. c dimming rearview mirror with a compass and temperature display and the OnStar system When turned on this mirror functions exactly like the electrochromic mirror described previously See Mirrors Electrochromic Rearview in the Index for more information The mirror also has an eight point compass and temperature display in the upper right corner on the mirror face and a three button OnStar system O The button with this symbol is the on off button for the mirror functions such as automatic dimming and temperature display It is the far left button located on the lower part of the mirror face Automatic Dimming Feature The automatic dimming feature is turned on and off by pressing the far left button located on the lower part of the mirror face for up to three seconds A light on the mirror will be lit when the feature is turned on It will go out when the feature is turned off Temperature Display The ON OFF button located on far left on the bottom of the mirror face changes the temperature display You can select F C or turn the display off Compass Operation There is a compass display in the window in the upper right corner of the mirror face The compass displays a maximum of two characters For example NE is displayed for north east The compass may need to be calibrated See Compass Calibration in the Index for more information The other three buttons are for the OnStar system See y
111. can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine An overheat warning along with a low coolant light can indicate a serious problem See Low Coolant Light in the Index If you get an engine overheat warning with no low coolant light but see or hear no steam the problem may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you Climb a long hill on a hot day Stop after high speed driving Idle for long periods in traffic e Tow a trailer If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 If your air conditioner is on turn it off 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift 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 minutes while you re parked If you still have the warning turn off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it coo
112. ccelerate briefly You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed Push in the SET button then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed Move the cruise switch from ON to R A Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and then release the switch To increase your speed in very small amounts move the switch to R A briefly and then release it Each time you do this your vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster The accelerate feature will only work after you set the cruise control speed by pushing the SET button 2 53 Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control Push in the SET button until you reach the lower speed you want then release it To slow down in very small amounts push the SET button briefly Each time you do this yov ll go about 1 mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal the vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier 2 54 Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When g
113. ce 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 acrash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children need to use safety belts properly Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle s safety belts If you have the choice a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide 1 51 Never do this Here two children are wearing the same belt The belt can t properly spread the impact forces In a crash the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured A belt must be used by only one person at a time but the child is so small that the shoulder belt i is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but 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 child is sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides in the Index If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is stil
114. certain conditions Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial cleaners may affect the surface finish Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may severely weaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index NOTICE Don t use abrasive cleaners on glass because they may cause scratches Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window since they may have to be scraped off later If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window an electric defogger element may be damaged Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid 6 61 Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with a full strength glass cleaning liquid The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water Grime from the windshield will sti
115. ch fuel is in your tank and many other things you need to drive safely and economically SECURITY SERVICE ENGINE SOON as j E COW DIL Q 10 8 260 RPM x1000 21 BRAKE O o 160 TEMP APPLY BRAKE TO SHIFT FROM PARK o United States Version Shown Canada Similar 2 76 Your vehicle is equipped with this cluster or one very similar to it It includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages Be sure to read about them Speedometer and Odometer The speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour mph and kilometers per hour km h The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven in either miles used in the United States or in kilometers used in Canada The vehicle has a tamper resistant odometer If you see silver lines between the numbers you ll know someone has probably tampered with it and the numbers may not be correct You may wonder what happens if the vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then that will be done If it can t then it will be 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 tells how far you have driven since you last reset it To set it to zero press the reset button located to the right of the instrument panel cluster Tachometer
116. ch 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 turn signal Just before you leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn t another vehicle in your blind spot 4 25 Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advance If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stop and back up Drive on to the next exit The exit ramp can be curved sometimes quite sharply The exit speed is usually posted Reduce your speed according to your speedometer not to your sense of motion After driving for any distance at higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are 4 26 Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you re ready Try to be well rested If you must start when you re not fresh such as after a day s work don t plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep
117. chever occurs first What Kind of Oil to Use Use only the recommended supercharger oil See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index 6 21 How to Check and Add Oil Park the vehicle on a level surface Check oil only when the engine is cold Allow the engine to cool two to three hours after running 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 using a 3 16 inch Allen wrench 3 The oil level is correct when it just reaches the bottom of the threads of the inspection hole 4 Replace the oil plug with the O ring in place Tighten to 88 lb in 10 N m 6 22 Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km 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 vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter at 100 000 m
118. ck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints 1 38 The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the 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 on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against the 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 1 39 A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the
119. ck to the wiper blades and affect their performance Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary replace blades that look worn Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index 6 62 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Don t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface or they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid
120. 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 km h travels 66 feet 20 m That could be a lot of distance in an emergency so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important And of course actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road whether it s pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking That means better braking and longer brake life If your engine ever stops while you re driving brake normally but don t pump your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder 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 Brake System ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS is an
121. could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you apply the brakes with or without the vehicle moving your brakes adjust for wear 6 38 Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM brake parts When you replace parts of your braking system for example when your brake linings wear down and you need new ones put in be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts If you don t your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free ACDelco battery 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 See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for battery location 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 If your battery has
122. cted more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking Part D Recommended Fluids USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT and Lubricants Hydraulic Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid Fluids and lubricants identified below by name Brake System GM Part No 12377967 or part number or specification may be obtained from equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid your dealer Windshield GM Optikleen Washer USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Washer Solvent Solvent GM Part No 1051515 Engine Oil Engine oil with the American or equivalent Petroleum Institute Certified for Power GM Power Steering Fluid Gasoline Engines starburst symbol Steering System GM Part No 1052884 1 pint of the proper viscosity To 1050017 1 quart or equivalent Selene thie eevee Automatic DEXRON III Automatic tor JOu vehicle A aeuamaes Transaxle Transmission Fluid Engine Oil in the Index Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only GM Goodwrench DEX COOL or Havoline DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index 7 21 USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Key Multi Purpose Lubricant Hood Latch Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol Lock Cylinders Superlube GM Part Assembly GM Part No 12346293 or No 12346241 or equivalent Secondary Latch equivalent or lubricant meeting Supercharger Supercharger Oil GM Part es a requirements of NLGI 2 No 12345982 See Supercharger Category LB or GC LB
123. d What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest service or parking area and take a nap get some exercise or both For safety treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency 4 27 Hill and Mountain Roads If you drive regularly in steep country or if you re planning to visit there here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill If you don t shift down your brakes could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from down a hill You could crash Shift down to let driving in flat or rolling terrain your engine assist your brakes on a steep downhill slope 4 28 Winter Driving Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is da
124. d Multifunction Alarm Locks and Lighting Choices Trunk Theft Content Theft Deterrent System If Equipped PASS Key III New Vehicle Break In Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater Option Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Parking Over Things That Burn 2 47 2 48 2 49 2 49 2 55 2 57 2 60 2 64 2 68 2 69 2 69 2 73 2 74 2 78 2 91 2 93 2 96 Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You re Parked Tilt Wheel Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Accessory Power Outlet Auxiliary Power Connection Power Drop OnStar System If Equipped Power Sunroof Option The Instrument Panel Your Information System Warning Lights Gages and Indicators Driver Information Center DIC Trip Computer If Equipped Head Up Display HUD Option Windows Leaving children in a vehicle 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 Power Windows Two Door Version Shown Use the switches on the driver s door armrest to operate each of the windows when the ignition is on or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power
125. d at a dealer s facility That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you should file with the GM BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP 8 4 The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you You may contact the BBB using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following address BBB Auto Line Council of Better Business Bureaus Inc 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington VA 22203 1804 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and t
126. d cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Here are some cleaning tips Always read the instructions on the cleaner label Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set Carefully scrape off any excess stain Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Cleaner on Fabric l 2 Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt Always clean a whole trim panel or section Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines 3 Follow the directions on the container label Apply cleaner with a clean sponge Don t saturate the material and don t rub it roughly As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to remove any excess cleaner Wipe cleaned area with a clean water dampened towel or cloth Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry 6 59 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 soiled area with cool water 2 Ifa stain remains follow the cleaner instructions described earlier 3 If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treat the area with a water baking soda solution 1 t
127. down arrow to go to the next or previous station and stay there Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FM1 and six FM2 by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select the band 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until SET appears on the display Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton the station you set will return 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble BASS Slide the lever to the right or left to increase or decrease bass TREBLE Slide the lever to the right or left to increase or decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL Balance Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn this knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn this knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers Press these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them 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
128. ds The oil life percentage should change to 100 What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask your dealer a service station or a local recycling center for help 6 19 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 1 Loosen the two clips located on the top of the engine air cleaner filter housing and lift the filter cover tabs The engine air cleaner filter is located in the front of the out of the housing engine compartment on the driver s side See Engine i Compartment Overview in the Index for more Push the filter cover housing toward the engine information on location 3 Pull out the old filter To check or replace the engine air cleaner filter do 4 Check or install a new engine air cleaner filte
129. e 3 Last Door Closed Locking Only If the power door lock switch or remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped is used to lock the vehicle while any door is open and the key is out of the ignition you will hear three chimes The doors will not lock Five seconds after the last door is closed all doors will lock Mode 4 Both Features On This combines Modes 2 and 3 Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory it was programmed to Mode 4 The mode to which your vehicle was programmed may have changed since it left the factory To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode do the following 1 Follow the instructions for Entering Programming Mode listed previously 2 Press UNLOCK on the driver s door armrest or the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter 3 Count the number of chimes you hear The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is set for If you do not wish to change the current mode you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions earlier in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle 4 Press UNLOCK again to change the current mode 5 Repeat Step 4 until you hear the number of chimes that matches the mode you want The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions earlier in this section or program the next f
130. e Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 7 11 Scheduled Maintenance 60 000 Miles 100 000 km For supercharged engines only Check the supercharger oil level and add the proper supercharger oil as needed or every 36 months whichever occurs first See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in this section An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service 67 500 Miles 112 500 km Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 7 12 DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Scheduled Maintenance 82 500 Mi
131. e a seat folded down unless you need to Towing a Trailer If you don t use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured You may also damage your vehicle the resulting repairs would not be covered by your warranty Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section Ask your dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle Your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should 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 4 37 That s the reason for this part In it are many time tested important trailering tips and safety rules Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer Load pulling components such as the engine transaxle wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder against the drag of the added weight The engine
132. e air cleaner filter a S E An Emission Control Service For supercharged engines only Check the supercharger oil level and add the proper supercharger 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 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 7 10 Scheduled Maintenance 50 000 Miles 83 000 km hange automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven ACTUAL Senge or more of these conditions g In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches ooo Re 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 vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter at 100 000 miles 166 000 km 52 500 Miles 87 500 km Rotate tires See Tir
133. e doors will unlock If you would like all the doors to unlock the first time you press UNLOCK see Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index If your vehicle is equipped with the content theft deterrent system the UNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter will disarm the system See Content Theft Deterrent in the Index for more details Remote Trunk Release Open Trunk Press the button with the trunk symbol on your remote keyless entry transmitter to open your trunk The transaxle must be in PARK P for this feature to operate Remote Panic Alarm If Equipped oe oe Panic Alarm When you press the panic alarm button with the horn symbol on the four button remote keyless entry transmitter the headlamps will flash and the horn will sound This will allow you to attract attention if needed 2 11 Remote Lock Unlock Confirmation If Equipped Remote Lock Unlock Confirmation Press this button to use this feature if equipped this feature provides feedback to the holder of the remote keyless entry transmitter that a command has been received by the keyless entry receiver To signal that a command has been received the headlamps will flash and the horn may sound briefly To program the various modes available see Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking you
134. e easily confused If you use the wrong fasteners parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel The 8th digit of your vehicle identification number VIN shows the code letter or number that identifies your engine You will find the VIN at the top left of the instrument panel See Vehicle Identification Number in the Index Gasoline Octane If your vehicle has the 3100 V6 engine VIN Code J or 3800 V6 engine VIN Code K use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If it is bad enough it can damage your engine A little pinging noise when you accelerate or drive uphill is considered normal This does not indicate a problem exists or that a higher octane fuel is necessary If your vehicle has the 3800 Supercharged V6 engine VIN Code1 use only premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 91 or higher In an emergency you may be able to use a lower octane as low as 87 if heavy knocking does not occur Refill your tank with premium fuel as soon as possible If you are using 91 octane or higher octane fuel and you
135. e in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants lists some recommended products necessary to help keep your vehicle properly maintained These products or their equivalents should be used whether you do the work yourself or have it done Part E Maintenance Record is a place for you to record and keep track of the maintenance performed on your vehicle Keep your maintenance receipts They may be needed to qualify your vehicle for warranty repairs Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition But we don t know exactly how you ll drive it You may drive very short distances only a few times a week Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot dusty weather You may use your vehicle in making deliveries Or you may drive it to work to do errands or in many other ways Because of all the different ways people use their vehicles maintenance needs vary You may need more frequent checks and replacements So please read the following and note how you drive If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done a
136. e limitations can be found on the Subscriber Services Agreement In order to provide you with excellent service calls with the OnStar Center may be monitored or recorded OnStar Service is available in the 48 contiguous United States Alaska Hawaii and Canada available when the vehicle is within the operating range of a cellular provider subject to limitations caused by atmospheric conditions such as severe weather or topographical conditions such as mountainous terrain subject to cellular carrier equipment limitations 2 72 Global positioning locating capabilities will not be available if satellite signals are obstructed OnStar will not function if the vehicle s battery is discharged or disconnected It may also be inoperative if the vehicle is in an accident and the OnStar or vehicle electrical system components are damaged OnStar is the communications link between you and existing governmental emergency and roadside service providers OnStar will receive your call and use reasonable effort to contact an appropriate provider OnStar cannot promise that the providers will respond in a timely manner or at all Purse or Litter Bag Holder On the front of the center console to the right of the accessory power outlet there is a hook that can be used to hold a purse or litter bag Power Sunroof Option Base Version Shown The sunroof includes a sliding glass panel and a one piece sunshade The
137. e 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 Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes 6 24 Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps 3100 V6 Engine 3800 V6 or 3800 V6 Supercharged Engine The transaxle fluid dipstick handle is the red loop located near the rear of the engine See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location 1 Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3100 V6 Engine 3800 V6 or 3800 V6 Supercharged Engine 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the cross hatched area 4 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way 6 25 How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to 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 6 26 NOTIC
138. e player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to your tapes and player If you notice a reduction in sound quality try a known good cassette to see if it is the tape or the tape player at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player The recommended cleaning method for your cassette tape player is the use of a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealer GM Part No 12344789 3 20 When cleaning the cassette tape player with the recommended non abrasive cleaning cassette it is possible that the cassette may eject because the cut tape detection feature on your radio may recognize it as a broken tape To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected use the following steps 1 Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press and hold the TAPE PLAY button for five seconds The tape symbol on the display will flash for two seconds 4 Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette 5 Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer s recommended cleaning time When the cleaning cassette has been ejected the cut tape detection feature is active again You may also choose a non scrubbing action wet type cleaner which uses a cassette with a
139. e the supercharged engine remove the nut in the center of the cover shield C Lift the engine cover shield at the front slide the catch tab out of the engine bracket and remove the cover shield D Put the oil fill tube with cap attached in the valve cover oil fill hole until you re ready to replace the cover shield _ A 5 21 3800 V6 engine There is one bleed valve It is located on the thermostat housing Thermostat Housing 3800 V6 5 22 Fill the radiator with the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture If you see a stream of coolant coming from an air bleed valve close the valve Otherwise close the valves after the radiator is filled 6 Rinse or wipe any spilled coolant from the engine and the compartment 7 If you have the 3800 V6 engine replace the 3800 Series II V6 engine cover shield A Remove the oil fill tube with cap attached from the valve cover B Insert the catch tab on the cover shield under the bracket on the engine C Place the hole in the cover shield over the hole in the valve cover Install oil fill tube and cap by twisting clockwise D If you have the supercharged engine install the nut in the center of the cover shield 8 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to COLD mark 9 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but
140. e 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 system can provide Q A What are the different types of add on child restraints Add on child restraints which are purchased by the vehicle s owner are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used For most basic types of child restraints there are many different models available When purchasing a child restraint be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle If it is the restraint 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 1 37 Newborn infants need complete support including support for the head and neck This is necessary because a newborn infant s ne
141. e vehicle serviced as soon as possible Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada SERVICE ENGINE SOON United States Canada Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be 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 smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty NOTICE Modifications made to the engine transaxle exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause the SERVICE ENGINE SOON or
142. e won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you are parking on a hill and if you re pulling a trailer also see Towing a Trailer in the Index Horn Press at or near the horn symbols located on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn Tilt Wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle or you can lower it so that you re more comfortable while driving The lever to adjust it is located on the left side of the steering column below the turn signal multifunction lever To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following Turn and Lane Change Signals Headlamp High Low Beam Changer Flash to Pass Feature Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control For information on the exterior lamps see Exterior Lamps later in this section 2 49 Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward for right and two downward for left posi
143. easpoon 5 ml of baking soda to 1 cup 250 ml of lukewarm water 4 Let dry Stains caused by candy ice cream mayonnaise chili sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain 2 First clean with cool water and allow to dry completely 3 Ifa stain remains follow the cleaner instructions described earlier 6 60 Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove dirt You may have to do it more than once Things like tar asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don t get them off quickly Use a clean cloth and a vinyl leather cleaner See your dealer for this product Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth Then let the leather dry naturally Do not use heat to dry For stubborn stains use a leather cleaner See your dealer for this product Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe polish on leather 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 windshield under
144. eature available on your vehicle Remote Driver s Unlock Control If Equipped With the remote driver s unlock control feature you can program your vehicle to do the following When you press UNLOCK on your remote keyless entry transmitter the driver s door will unlock and when you press UNLOCK on your remote keyless entry transmitter again within five seconds all doors will unlock Programmable Modes Mode 1 Remote All Doors Unlock When you press UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter once all doors will unlock Mode 2 Remote Driver s Door and All Doors Unlock When you press UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter once the driver s door will unlock If you press UNLOCK again within five seconds all doors will unlock Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory it was programmed to Mode 2 The mode to which your vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode do the following 1 Follow the instructions for Entering Programming Mode listed previously 2 Press UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter 3 Count the number of chimes you hear The number of chimes tells you which mode the vehicle is set for If you do not wish to change the current mode you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions earlier i
145. ed previously 2 Press the LOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter 3 Count the number of chimes you hear The number of chimes tells you which mode the vehicle is set for If you do not wish to change the current mode you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions earlier in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle 4 Press LOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter again to change the current mode 5 Repeat Step 4 until you hear the number of chimes that matches the number of the mode you want The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions earlier in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Content Theft Deterrent System If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with a content theft deterrent alarm system Once armed the system will go off if someone tries to enter the vehicle without using the remote keyless entry transmitter or the correct key or when someone turns the ignition on with an incorrect key The horn will sound and your vehicle s headlamps will flash for about two minutes Programmable Modes Mode 1 Not Used Mode 2 Content Theft On If anyone tampers with the trunk lock or opens a door while the content theft deterrent system is armed an alarm will sound and the headlamps will flash for up to two minutes Mode 3 Content Theft Off The content
146. eed to be rebalanced Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need 6 55 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 Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement 6 56 NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index for more information Used Replacement W
147. ehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle If you do have a heavy load spread it out Don t carry more than 167 lbs 75 kg in your trunk 4 36 Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle NOTICE Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they 1l keep going Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the trunk of your vehicle Ina trunk put them as far forward as you can Try to spread the weight evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Don t leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Don t leav
148. ement Parts Engine Air Cleaner Filter All Engines GM Part No 24508572 A1614C Engine Oil Filter All Engines PF47 Automatic Transmission Filter 24206433 Spark Plugs 3100 V6 Code J 41 940 3800 V6 Code K 41 921 3800 V6 Supercharged Code 1 NGK Type PTR4B 15 Spark Plug Gap 060 inch 1 52 mm Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Type Shepherd s Hook Length 22 inches 56 cm AC Delco part number 6 76 y Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 19 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 21 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 23 Part E Maintenance Record 7 15 Part B Owner Checks and Services IMPORTANT KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED Protection Plan Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details 7 2 Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we
149. en 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 skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0 05 percent and that the effects are worse at night All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision At a BAC level of 0 10 percent the chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is 25 times greater The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up Ill be careful isn t the right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There s something else about drinking and driving that many people don t know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that perso
150. en people walking It s wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts 4 20 Aaa 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 or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally Driving too 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 4 21 Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you re going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road Hydroplaning doesn t happen often But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning
151. er DIC or the trip computer if equipped When you turn the system off the Enhanced Traction System warning light will come on and stay on If the Enhanced Traction System is limiting wheel spin when you press the button to turn the system off the warning light will come on and the system will turn off right away You can turn the system back on at any time by pressing the button again The Enhanced Traction System warning light should go off 4 12 Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort Variable Effort Steering Option This steering system provides less steering effort for parking and when driving at speeds below 20 mph 32 km h Steering effort will increase at higher speeds for improved road feel Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here s why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels If there s no traction inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction If you ve ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice you ll understand this
152. er s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it stops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle 6 57 Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle be sure to follow the manufacturer s warnings and instructions And always open your doors or windows when you re cleaning the inside Never use these to clean your vehicle Gasoline Benzene Naphtha Carbon Tetrachloride Acetone Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too 6 58 Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach 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 and painted surfaces with a clean damp cloth Cleaning of Fabric Carpet Your dealer has cleaners for the cleaning of fabric and carpet They will clean normal spots and stains very well You can get GM approve
153. er 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 Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children 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 1 35 CAUTION Continued For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 Ib 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it CAUTION Continued 1 36 Children who ar
154. er weigh more than 1000 Ibs 454 kg But even that can be too heavy It depends on how you plan to use your rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important And it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at Pontiac GMC Customer Assistance P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity 4 39 If you re using a weight carrying hitch or a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if
155. es on while you are driving there is a problem with your traction control system TCS OFF See Traction Control System Warning Light in the Index When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly The traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should always leave the system on But you can turn the traction control system off if you ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud or snow and rocking the vehicle is required See Rocking Your Vehicle in the Index 4 10 To turn the system off press the button The traction control system warning light will come on and stay on If the system is limiting wheel spin when you press the button the warning light will come on and the system will turn off instantly You can turn the system back on at any time by pressing the button again The traction control system warning light should go off Enhanced Traction System ETS 3100 V6 or 3800 V6 Engine Your vehicle may have an Enhanced Traction System ETS 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 reduces engine power and may also upshift the tr
156. essary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust in the Index 7 19 Fuel System Inspection Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked swollen or deteriorated Inspect all pipes fittings and clamps replace as needed Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser To help ensure proper operation a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended at least once a year 7 20 Throttle System Inspection Inspect 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 for surface condition Inspect other brake parts including calipers parking brake etc Check parking brake adjustment You may need to have your brakes inspe
157. et the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with the right foot Push down on the parking brake pedal with the left foot To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with the right foot and push the parking brake pedal with the left foot When you lift the left foot the parking brake pedal will follow it to the released position 2 43 A warning chime will sound if the parking brake is set Shifting Into PARK P the ignition is on and the shift lever is not in PARK P or NEUTRAL N NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause the It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If them and you could also damage other parts of the vehicle 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 use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index If you are towing a trailer and parking on a hill see Towing a Trailer in the Index That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 44 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P like this Press in and
158. f after about 15 minutes If you turn the rear window defogger on again it will operate for about seven and one half minutes before turning off The system will turn off when the ignition is turned off Do not attach anything like a temporary vehicle license or decal across the rear window defogger grid NOTICE Don t use a razor blade or anything else sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Ventilation System Change the direction of airflow by adjusting the louvered vents Your vehicle s flow through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the air conditioning compressor is running Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows When you enter a vehicle in cold weather adjust the mode knob to floor and the fan to the highest speed for a few seconds before driving off This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle Audio Systems Your audio system has been designed to
159. fety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts 1 31 Here s how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 2 Slide the guide under and past the belt The elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the seatback and the interior body to remove the the slots of the guide guide from its storage clip 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Outside 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 of the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Turn the guide and clip inward and place them in between the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop of elastic cord exposed Center Passenger Position Lap Belt y When you sit in the center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt 1 34 To make the belt short
160. g Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the COLD mark or a little higher When your engine is warm the level should be up to the HOT mark or a little higher If this LOW COOLANT light comes on and stays on LOW it means you re low on COOLANT engine coolant The coolant recovery tank is located in the engine compartment toward the rear of the engine on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location 6 29 Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank but be careful not to spill it If the coolant recovery tank is completely empty add coolant to the radiator See Engine Overheating in the Index 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 6 30 You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot 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 Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator For information on how to add coolant to
161. g light comes on there is a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away OC Canada BRAKE OC United States This light should come on when you turn the key to RUN 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 light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident If the light is still on after you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service When the ignition is on the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system the light will come on when your engine is started and may stay on for three seconds That s normal If the anti lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you ve started your engine turn the igni
162. ger secured If the code entered is incorrect SEC will appear on the display The radio will remain secured until the correct code is entered When battery power is removed and later applied to a secured radio the radio won t turn on and LOC will appear on the display To unlock a secured radio see Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss earlier in this section 3 17 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 PRESET Press this button to hear the radio stations that are set on your pushbuttons The radio will go to a preset station play for a few seconds then go to the next station Press this button again to stop scanning the preset stations When a cassette tape is playing press this button to change tape sides 3 18 AM FM Press this button to select AM FM1 or FM2 The band you select will be displayed The frequency will also be displayed and if the station is in stereo the stereo indicator will also be displayed If a cassette tape or compact disc is playing it will stop and the radio will play A SEEK V Press the up or down arrow to go to the next or previous radio station and stay there If a cassette tape is playing press the up arrow to search for the next selection on the tape Press the down arrow to search for the previous selection on the tape Your tape m
163. gh the disc 2 NEXT Press this pushbutton or the SEEK up arrow to go to the start of the next track If you hold the pushbutton or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward through the disc 3 RDM Random Press this pushbutton to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order The display will show RDM Press RDM again to turn off random play 5 REV Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to quickly reverse within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume The display will show elapsed time 6 FWD Forward Press and hold this pushbutton to quickly advance within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume The display will show elapsed time 3 11 RECALL Press this button to see what track is currently playing Press it again within five seconds to see how long the track has been playing When a new track starts to play the track number will also appear Press it a third time and the time of day will be displayed AM FM Press this button to listen to the radio when a CD is playing The CD will stop but remain in the player CD PLAY Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio EJECT Press this button to stop a CD when it is playing or to remove a CD when it is not playing The EJECT button will work with the radio off 3 12 Compact Disc Messages E Error If this message and a number appears on the radio display or if the disc comes out it could
164. gine Oil Fill Cap K Engine Air Cleaner Filter E Engine Coolant Recovery Tank Before closing the hood of your vehicle be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then pull the hood down and close it firmly Engine Oil If the LOW OIL LEVEL light appears on the instrument cluster it means you need to check your engine oil level right away LOW OIL LEVEL For more information see Low Oil Level Light in the Index You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder Checking Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground 3100 V6 Engine 3800 V6 or 3800 V6 Supercharged Engine The engine oil dipstick handle is the yellow loop located near the front of the engine See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location 6 13 Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level 3800 V6 Engine or 3800 V6 Supercharged Engine 3100 V6 Engine 6 14 When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD mark then you Il need to add at least one quart of oil
165. gram for Persons Canadian Government with Disabilities 8 11 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 8 6 Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program Pontiac Cares WPoNnTAc With PONTIAC CARES you are never more than a phone call away from having your concern taken care of The PONTIAC CARES philosophy and elements 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 What Makes Up Pontiac Cares A 3 year 36 000 mile 60 000 km Bumper to Bumper Warranty Customer Assistance Roadside Assistance Courtesy Transportation All of these elements combine to make your driving experience 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 Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Pontiac Normally any concerns with the sales transactio
166. half to the defroster and side window vents Kay FRONT Defroster This setting directs most of the air through the defroster Some of the air goes to the floor ducts and the side window vent The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 38 F 3 3 C Air Conditioning Compressor Button Press the A C button to operate the air conditioning compressor The indicator light above the button will glow when the button is pressed You don t have to press the button to run the compressor in MAX or defrost because it will already be running in these modes Air Conditioning On very hot days open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape This reduces the time it takes for the vehicle to cool down For quick cool down on very hot days turn the fan on and use MAX with the temperature levers all the way in the blue area If this setting is used for long periods of time the air in your vehicle may become too dry For normal cooling on hot days turn the fan on and use vent with the temperature levers in the blue area and the A C button pressed in The system will bring in outside air and cool it On cool but sunny days the sun may warm your upper body but your lower body may not be warm enough To remedy this you can use bi level with the temperature levers in the middle and the A C button pushed in The system will bring in outside air and direct it to
167. handle won t open it You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked So wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle To unlock or lock your doors from inside the vehicle whenever you leave it push the manual lever rearward or forward Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening Power Door Locks To unlock all doors from inside the vehicle press the front of the power door lock switch on either front door If your vehicle is equipped with a content theft deterrent system and it is armed the power door lock switch will not unlock the doors until the system is disarmed See Content Theft Deterrent in the Index for more information on disarming the system You can lock all doors from inside the vehicle by pressing the rear of the power lock switch on either front door If your vehicle is equipped with the content theft deterrent system it may be programmed to arm the system when the rear of the power lock switch is pressed See Content Theft Deterrent System in the Index for more details Last Door Closed Locking The last door clo
168. he District of Columbia 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 Assistance Center Any TTY user can communicate with Pontiac by dialing 1 800 833 PONT 7668 TTY users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830 Customer Assistance Offices Pontiac encourages customers to call the toll free number for assistance If a U S customer wishes to write to Pontiac the letter should be addressed to Pontiac s Customer Assistance Center United States Pontiac GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 1 800 762 2737 or 1 800 833 7668 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 ROADSIDE 762 3743 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Number 313 381 0022 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 268 6800 All Overseas Locations Please contact the l
169. he same correction you d use ina skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go 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 5 25 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 hazard warning flashers sg i Changing a tire can cause an injury The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people You and they could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposite end 5 26 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you ll need is in the trunk Turn the center nut on the compact spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it Remove the compact spare tire See Compact Spare Tire in the Index f
170. hear heavy knocking your engine needs service Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection Gasolines meeting these specifications could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasolines In Canada look for the Auto Makers Choice label on the pump Canada Only California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards see the underhood emission control label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If this fuel is not available in states adopting 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 may turn on see Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index and your vehicle may fail a smog check test If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for diagnosis If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used repairs may not be covered by your warranty Additives Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarb
171. heels Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You can t know how it s been used or how far it s been driven It could fail suddenly and cause a crash If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains If your vehicle is an SE model with P225 60R16 size tires don t use tire chains there s not enough clearance Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions 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 NOTICE If your vehicle is a GT model a GTP model or if you have an SE model without P225 60R16 size tires use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufactur
172. hicle on your everyday routine This method may take longer to calibrate Compass Variance Compass variance is the difference between earth s magnetic north and true geographic north If not adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings The mirror is set to zone eight upon leaving the factory It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight Under certain circumstances such as during a long distance cross country trip it will be necessary to adjust for compass variance 2 61 To adjust for compass variance do the following 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the map 2 Press and hold the COMP button for three seconds If your vehicle has the optional mirror with the compass temperature display and OnStar system press the on off button for six seconds Release the button when ZONE is displayed The number shown is the current zone number 2 62 3 Scroll through the zone numbers that appear in the compass temperature window on the mirror by pressing the COMP button or the on off button Once you find your zone number release the button After about four seconds the mirror will return to the compass and temperature display and the new zone number will be set Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror with Compass Temperature Display and OnStar Option Your vehicle may have an automati
173. hicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection under Periodic Maintenance Inspections in Part C of this schedule 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the GM Oil Life System or every 12 months whichever occurs first Reset the system Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed 7 6 When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE OIL SOON light will come on Change your oil as soon as possible within the next two times you stop for fuel It is possible that if you are driving under the best conditions the oil life system may not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year However your engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset It is also important to check your oil regularly
174. his position To install your garage door opener follow these instructions 1 Open the compartment by pressing the latch forward Remove the hook and loop patch 2 Peel the protective backing from the hook and loop patch and press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener 3 Be sure that the button on your garage door opener is centered above the area with raised lines on the compartment door Make sure the button is facing down and press the opener firmly into place 4 Add one peg at a time until your garage door opener operates with the compartment door closed while pressing the button Sunglasses Storage Compartment The sunglasses storage compartment is the second compartment from the rear on the overhead console To open the sunglasses storage compartment press the release latch forward and pull the compartment down to the full open position Center Console Storage To open the armrest storage area pull up on the front edge of the latch The console has cassette and CD storage and a coinholder The center console also contains two cupholders To access the cupholders pull the cupholder door located behind the console shift lever The two cupholders will pop up into an upright position Below the center ashtray is an open storage compartment In front of this you may have a smaller compartment for storing smaller items Rear Armrest Storage If Equipped If you have a trunk access panel you will al
175. hts and gages They re a big help Your vehicle may also have a driver information center that works along with the warning lights and gages See Driver Information Center DIC in the Index Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts unless the driver s safety belt is already buckled The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for about 20 seconds then it will flash for about 55 seconds If the driver s belt is already buckled neither the chime nor the light will come on Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the words SRS AIR BAG or the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the air bag sensors the air bag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Air Bag in the Index e SRS AIR BAG re United States Canada This light will come on when you start your vehicle and it will flash for a few seconds Then the light should go out This means the system is ready If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced
176. icle has one Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal location on the vehicle with the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal location on the vehicle with the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one 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 part or to a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery NOTICE Damage to your vehicle may result from electrical shorting if jumper cables are removed incorrectly To prevent electrical shorting take care that the cables don t touch each other or any other metal The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service Jumper Cable Removal A Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part B Good Ba
177. icle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes Using Anti Lock Don t pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti lock work for you You may feel a slight brake pedal pulsation or notice some noise but this is normal Braking in Emergencies With anti lock you can steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Traction Control System With 3800 Supercharged V6 Engine Your vehicle has 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 This light will come on when your traction control system is limiting wheel spin See Traction Control Warning Light in the Index LOW TRAC You may feel or hear the system working but this is normal If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may reengage the cruise control See Cruise Control in the Index This light should come on briefly when you start the engine If it stays on or com
178. igh beams are on See Head Up Display HUD in the Index for more information Flash to Pass Feature This feature lets you use the high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass It works even if your headlamps are in the automatic or off position To use it pull the turn signal lever toward you then release it If the headlamps are in the automatic position or on low beam the high beam headlamps will turn on and the high beam indicator on the instrument panel cluster will come on They will stay on as long as you hold the lever toward you Release the lever to return to the initial position If your vehicle is equipped with the Head Up Display HUD an arrow will appear in the display area to indicate that the high beams are on Windshield Wipers To operate the windshield wipers turn the band marked WIPER located on the multifunction lever upward or downward MIST Turn the band to MIST for a single wiping cycle Hold it there until the windshield wipers start then let it go The windshield wipers will stop after one cycle For more cycles hold the band on MIST longer OFF Turn the band to OFF to turn to windshield wipers off DELAY Delayed Wiping Turn the band upward to choose one of the five delay settings For longer periods of time between wiper blade cycles select a low setting For shorter periods of time between wiper blade cycles select a higher setting The furthe
179. iles 166 000 km See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if have been driving Because this operation can be a little difficult you ac ee ae may choose to have this done at the dealership When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C service department Athigh speed for quite a while If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the In heavy traffic especially in hot weather instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180 F NOTICE to 200 F 82 C to 93 C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it s colder than 50 F 10 C you may have to drive longer Too much or too little fluid can damage your transaxle Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts starting a fire Too little fluid could cause the transaxle to overheat Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transaxle fluid 6 23 Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P With your foot on the brak
180. ine coolant will require change sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOL is not covered by your new vehicle warranty 6 27 What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one half DEX COOL coolant which won t damage aluminum parts If you use this coolant mixture you don t need to add anything else Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant 6 28 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 engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant more than four times a year have your dealer check your cooling system NOTICE If you use the proper coolant you don t have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system These can be harmful Checkin
181. ing motion that may free your vehicle If that doesn t get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index y Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle This section begins with service and fuel information and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels There is also technical information about your vehicle and a part devoted to its appearance care 6 2 Service 6 58 Appearance Care 6 3 Fuel 6 58 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 6 5 Fuels in Foreign Countries 6 61 Care of Safety Belts 6 6 Filling Your Tank 6 62 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 6 8 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 6 64 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Plated 6 8 Checking Things Under the Hood Wheels If Equipped 6 13 Engine Oil 6 64 Cleaning Tires 6 20 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 64 Sheet Metal Damage 6 21 Supercharger Oil 6 65 Finish Damage 6 22 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 65 Underbody Maintenance 6 27 Engine Coolant 6 65 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 31 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 66 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 6 31 Power Steering Fluid 6 67 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 6 33 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 67 Service Parts Identification Label 6 35 Brakes 6 68 Electrical System 6 39 Battery 6 74 Replacement Bulbs 6 40 Bulb Replacement 6 74 Capacities and Specifications 6 48 Windshield Wiper B
182. ing the parking brake NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or in the accessary power outlets Turn off the radio and all lamps that aren t needed This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save your radio 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminal locations on each vehicle You will not need to access your battery for jump starting Your vehicle has a remote positive jump starting terminal for that purpose The terminal is located in the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle near the diagonal cross brace See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location To uncover the remote positive terminal squeeze the sides of the plastic cap and slide the cap off You should always use the remote positive terminal instead of the positive terminal on the battery Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you An electric fan can start up even when the engine Don t get it on you If you accidentally get it in is not running and can injure you Keep hands your eyes or on your skin flush the place with clothing and tools away from any underhood water and get medical help immediately electric fan Fans o
183. ins on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualified service center for service If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap See Filling Your Tank in the Index The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Are you low on fuel As your engine starts to run out of fuel your engine may not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air are sucked into the fuel line causing a misfire The system can detect this Adding fuel should correct this condition Make sure to install the fuel cap properly See Filling Your Tank in the Index It will take a few driving trips to turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel See Fuel
184. is 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 3 A i as D SGIAN i J The belt is twisted across the body 1 19 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 To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way Before you close the door be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle 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 1 20 The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it s more likely that the fetus won t be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position earlier in this section The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except f
185. is required to operate at relatively higher speeds and under greater loads generating extra heat What s more the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are some important points There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial police Consider using a sway control You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls 4 38 Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged Then during the first 500 miles 800 km that you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads Obey speed limit restrictions 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 the weight of the trailer the weight of the trailer tongue and the total weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should nev
186. ition exists an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage In this mode you will notice a significant loss in power and engine performance The low coolant light may come on and the temperature gage will indicate an overheat condition exists Driving extended miles km and or towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided NOTICE After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode to avoid engine damage allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair The engine oil will be severely degraded Repair the cause of coolant loss change the oil and reset the oil life system See Engine Oil in the Index 5 11 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from 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 See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index 5 12 NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle
187. key your vehicle needs service If your vehicle does start the first key may be faulty See your dealer who can service the PASS Key III to have a new key made In an emergency contact Pontiac Roadside Assistance See Roadside Assistance in the Index for more information It is possible for the PASS Key III decoder to learn the transponder value of a new or replacement key Up to 10 additional keys may be programmed for the vehicle This procedure is for learning additional keys only If all the currently programmed keys are lost or do not operate you must see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to have keys made and programmed to the system See your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to get a new key blank that is cut exactly as the ignition key that operates the system Canadian Owners If you lose or damage your keys only a GM dealer can service PASS KEY III to have new keys made To program additional keys you will need two current driver s keys black in color You must add a step to the procedure To program the new key After Step 2 repeat Steps 1 and 2 with the second current driver s key black in color Then continue with Step 3 To program the new key do the following 1 Verify that the new key has PK3 stamped on it 2 Insert the master key in the ignition and start the engine If the engine will not start see your dealer for service 3 After the e
188. l Warning Symbol Coolant Temperature Symbol Charging System Symbol When the ignition key is turned to RUN the entire HUD image will come on Then the Head Up Display will operate normally 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 that way such as in a parking lot you may misjudge distance and run into something When the HUD is on the speedometer reading will be displayed continually The current radio station or CD track number will only be displayed for three seconds after the radio or CD track status changes This will happen whenever one of the radio controls is pressed either on the radio itself or on the optional steering wheel controls 2 97 To adjust the HUD so you can see it properly do the following 1 Adjust your seat if necessary to a comfortable position 2 Start the engine and adjust the HUD controls located on the instrument panel to the right of the steering wheel Move the DIM thumbwheel up or down to adjust brightness 3 Press the top of the UP DN switch until the HUD image stops moving Then press the bottom of the switch until the image is as low as possible but in full view 4 Move the DIM thumbwheel down until the HUD image is no brighter than necessary To turn the HUD off move the DIM thumbwheel all the way down If the sun comes out it
189. l very close to the child s face or neck you might want to place the child in the center seat position the one that has only a lap belt 1 52 Never do this Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap shoulder belt but the shoulder part is behind the child If the child wears the belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries 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 1 53 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your dealer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extender will be just for you and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt s
190. lade Replacement 6 75 Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity 6 49 Tires 6 76 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 1 Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it We hope you ll go to your dealer for all your service needs You ll get genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported service people We hope you ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks ACDelco n T NINE adele Doing Your Own Service Work If 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 keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record in the Index You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work ona vehicle without knowing enough about it Besure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can b
191. leave the pressure cap off 5 23 10 Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans 11 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 12 13 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 arrow on the pressure cap lines up like this Check the coolant in the recovery tank The level in the coolant recovery tank should be at the HOT mark when the engine is hot or at the COLD mark when the engine is cold If a Tire Goes Flat It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may require t
192. les 137 500 km Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service MILEAGE For supercharged engines only Check the supercharger oil level and add the ooo i proper supercharger oil as needed or every 36 months whichever occurs first See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in this section An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 7 13 Scheduled Maintenance 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Inspect spark plug wires ACTUAL SERVICED BY SERVICED BY An Emission Control Service MILEAGE Replace spark plugs Oooo o An Emission Control Service 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
193. lide the lever to the right or left to increase or decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL Balance Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers Press these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in The compact disc symbol will appear on the display If the ignition and the radio are on the disc will begin playing CD will appear on the display next to the compact disc symbol If you want to insert a disc when the ignition is off first press the EJECT button The integral CD player can play the smaller 8 cm single discs with an adapter ring Full size compact discs and the smaller discs are loaded in the same manner If an error appears on the display see Compact Disc Messages later in this section 1 PREV Previous Press this pushbutton or the SEEK down arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played If you hold the pushbutton or press it more than once the player will continue moving back throu
194. ls down Also see Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode listed previously in this section You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away 5 13 When you decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see 3800 V6 and 3800 V6 Supercharged Engines A Electric Engine Cooling Fans B Radiator Pressure Cap C Coolant Recovery Tank 3100 V6 Engine A Electric Engine Cooling Fans B Radiator Pressure Cap C Coolant Recovery Tank An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface When the engine is cold the coolant level should be at or above the COLD mark on the coolant recovery tank If it isn t you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system 5 15 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 engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle If there seems t
195. ls instead of text Symbols used on your vehicle are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gage or indicator If you need help figuring out a specific name of a component gage or indicator reference the following topics in the Index Engine Compartment Overview Instrument Panel Comfort Controls Audio Systems Also see Warning Lights and Gages in the Index These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC BATTERY ACID COULD CAUSE BURNS AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BATTERY LATCH BOTH LAP AND SHOULDER BELTS TO PROTECT OCCUPANT 4 DO NOT TWIST SAFETY e BELT WHEN ATTACHING FASTEN SEAT AIR BAG BELTS MOVE SEAT m DO NOT INSTALL FULLY A REAR FACING REARWARD CHILD RESTRAINT SECURE IN THIS SEATING CHILD SEAT POSITION PULL BELT out NAS DO NOT INSTALL A COMPLETELY Ve FORWARD FACING y CHILD RESTRAINT THEN SECURE CHILD SEAT IN THIS SEATING POSITION POWER t DOOR LOCK wiNnDOow _ UNLOCK w ey MASTER s 1 LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS 71 0 ENGINE COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM cme COOLANT ia ENGINE OIL oe ANTI LOCK
196. mply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they re underinflated Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6 000 to 8 000 miles 10 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It s Time for New Tires and Wheel Replacement later in this section for more information The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals When rotating your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown 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 Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can
197. n s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Please don t drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you re with a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go They are the brakes the steering and the accelerator All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road Sometimes as when you re driving on snow or ice it s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide That means you can lose control of your vehicle Also see Traction Control System and Enhanced Traction System in the Index 4 6 Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That s perception time Then 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
198. n and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on your vehicle needs service 2 82 Enhanced Traction System Warning Light 3100 V6 or 3800 V6 Engine The Enhanced Traction System warning light may come on for the a a following reasons If you turn the system off by pressing the TRAC button on the far right side of the Driver Information Center or trip computer if equipped 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 Enhanced Traction System in the Index for more information Ifthe Enhanced Traction System warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on your vehicle needs service Adjust your driving accordingly If the traction control system is affected by an engine related problem the system will turn off and the warning light will come on When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly Low Traction Light If you have the Enhanced Traction System or the Traction Control System this light will also come on when the system is limiting wheel spin LOW TRAC You may feel or hear the system working but this is normal Slippery road conditions may exist if the low traction light comes on so adjust your driving accordingly The light will stay on for a few seconds after the Enhanced Tr
199. n unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the C 3100 V6 engine or COLD 3800 V6 and 3800 V6 Supercharged engines mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark 6 32 3100 V6 Engine 3800 V6 or 3800 V6 Supercharged Engine When the engine compartment is hot the level should be at the H 3100 V6 engine or HOT 3800 V6 and 3800 V6 Supercharged engines mark If the fluid is at the ADD mark you should add fluid 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 seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for reservoir location 6 33 Adding Washer Fluid The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle near the diagonal cross brace When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instruc
200. n incoming or outgoing call is in progress Press the Communications button if you notice the light blinking and you are not on a call The light will be red in the event of an OnStar system malfunction If this occurs press the OnStar Services button to attempt to contact an advisor If the connection is made the advisor will assist you with steps to take to make sure that the system is functioning properly If you cannot contact the advisor take your vehicle to your dealership as soon as possible for assistance 2 70 OnStar Services The following services are available within OnStar service plans Your vehicle comes with a specific one year service plan that allows use of some or all of the following services Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment If an air bag deploys a priority emergency signal is automatically sent to the center An advisor will locate your vehicle s position try to contact you and assist you in the situation If the center is unable to contact you an emergency service provider will be contacted Stolen Vehicle Tracking Call the center at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 to report your vehicle stolen The system can then attempt to locate and track your vehicle and the advisor will assist the proper authorities Roadside Assistance with Location For vehicle breakdowns press the OnStar Services button An advisor will contact the appropriate help Remote Diagnostics If an instrument pa
201. n or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer s sales or service departments Sometimes however despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales service or parts manager contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the Pontiac Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 762 2737 In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield Dealership name and location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting Pontiac please remember that your concern will likely be resolve
202. n this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle 4 Press UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter again to change the current mode 5 Repeat Step 4 until you hear the number of chimes that matches the mode you want The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions earlier in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle 2 19 Remote Lock and Unlock Confirmation If Equipped With the remote lock and unlock confirmation feature you can program your vehicle to do the following When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to unlock your vehicle your headlamps will flash to let you know the command has been received If you press LOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter again within five seconds the horn will sound briefly and the headlamps will flash to let you know your vehicle is locked When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to unlock your vehicle your headlamps will flash to let you know the command has been received Programmable Modes Mode 1 Both Features Off Remote lock and unlock confirmation are disabled Mode 2 Exterior Lamps Flash Only Remote Lock Confirmation When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to lock the vehicle the headlamps will flash to let you know the command is received 2 20 Remote Unlock Confirmation When you use the remote keyless entr
203. nd when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs yow 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 repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle This schedule is for vehicles that carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits You will find these limits on your vehicle s Tire Loading Information label See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended fuel See Fuel in the Index Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100 000 miles 166 000 km should be repeated after 100 000 miles 166 000 km at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle The services shown at 150 000 miles 240 000 km should be repeated at the same interval after 150 000 miles 240 000 km for the life of this vehicle See Owner Checks and Services and Periodic Maintenance Inspections following Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the ve
204. ndex Trip Computer If Equipped DAD cam BAS DABAN osLi00KM Som SS AVG ECON B RANGE FUEL USED OIL LIFE 3100 V6 and 3800 V6 Engines 2 93 LOS o osr ey koos S PA i T g mE R MPGALMI 6 ALDAN ec L100kM WW a FUEL USED S OIL LIFE Tuu OaD AVG ECON EB RANGE 3800 V6 Supercharged Engine When you start the engine the trip computer will display a mode A lighted oval will appear to the left of the mode currently being used 2 94 Control Buttons The trip computer has three buttons that control its functions ENG MET English Metric Press this button to change the display from English to metric units or metric to English RESET Press this button for two seconds to reset the mode displayed MODE Press this button to change the mode being displayed Functions FUEL USED Shows the total amount of fuel used since you last reset this mode The amount can be displayed in gallons or liters AVG ECON Average Economy Shows the average fuel economy since you last reset this mode OIL LIFE Shows a percentage of the oil s remaining useful life The system predicts remaining oil life using data from length of drives coolant temperature engine rpm and vehicle speed Each time you get an oil change be sure to reset this function so that it will give you an accurate percentage See How to Reset the GM Oil Life System in the Index RANGE Shows how much f
205. nel light comes on press the OnStar Services button An advisor can perform a check of the engine on board computer and recommend what action needs to be taken OnStar MED NET Med Net can store your personal medical history and provide it to emergency personnel if necessary Requires activation and additional fee Accident Assist An advisor can provide step by step guidance following an accident Remote Door Unlock To contact the center call 1 888 4 ONSTAR You will be required to provide your security information An advisor will send a command to your vehicle to unlock itself The advisor can delay unlocking your vehicle Remote Door Unlock is disabled 48 hours after the vehicle is parked to maintain the battery charge Vehicle Locator Service To contact the center call 1 888 4 ONSTAR You will be required to provide your security information An advisor will send a command to your vehicle to sound the horn and or flash the lamps Route Support An advisor can provide directions or guidance to most places you want to go In addition they can help you locate gas stations rest areas ATMs hospitals hotels stores eateries and more Ride Assist An advisor can locate transportation in the event that you are unable to drive Concierge Services The concierge advisor can obtain tickets reservations or help with vacation trip planning and other unique items and services 2 71 OnStar System Limitations Complet
206. neuver Not necessarily Passing 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 If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement You can turn the steering wheel up to one quarter turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge Then turn your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead Look down the road to the sides and to crossroads for situations that might affect your passing patterns If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass wait for a better time Watch for traffic signs pavement markings and lines If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection delay your pass A broken center line usually indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic 4 15 Do not get too close to
207. ng on your vehicle you is qualified to do so The air bag system does not need regular maintenance 1 27 Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions ay 1 28 Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows 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 to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again 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
208. ng or chipping the paint on the vehicle while removing it 4 Turn the front sidemarker bulb socket a quarter turn counterclockwise to remove 6 43 10 Remove the old bulb from the socket Place the new bulb into the socket Turn the bulb socket a quarter turn clockwise to reinstall it Carefully reinstall the headlamp assembly Be careful to avoid scratching or chipping the paint on the vehicle Reinstall the two bolts on the top of the headlamp assembly Close the hood 1 Open the trunk 2 Reach through the access opening in the trunk and remove the slotted vent by squeezing the ends and pulling down 1 Open the trunk 2 Unhook the convenience net if equipped and remove it 3 Remove old the bulb by turning it a quarter turn counterclockwise 4 Place the new bulb into the bulb socket 5 Turn the bulb a quarter turn clockwise Reinstall the vent 6 Close the trunk 3 Unscrew the upper convenience net hook attachment 4 Pull the trunk trim carpeting away from the rear of the trunk 5 Remove the upper trunk trim hook and the two plastic wing nuts from the taillamp 6 Carefully remove the taillamp assembly Be careful 7 Turn the lamp socket a quarter turn counterclockwise to avoid scratching or chipping the paint on to remove the vehicle 8 Remove the old bulb 9 Place the new bulb into the socket 10 Turn the lamp socket a quarter turn clockwise to
209. ngerous 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 Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transaxle and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane Here are some tips for winter driving e As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be Have your vehicle in good shape for winter something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may want to put winter emergency supplies in You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of your trunk special problems Examples are long grades passing or no passing zones a falling rocks area or winding roads Be alert to these and take appropriate action 4 29 Include an ice scraper 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
210. ngine has started turn the key to OFF and remove the key 4 Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to RUN within five seconds of removing the original key 5 The SECURITY light will turn off once the key has been programmed It may not be apparent that the SECURITY light went on due to how quickly the key is programmed 6 Repeat Steps 1 through 5 if additional keys are to be programmed 2 31 If you are ever driving and the SECURITY light comes New Vehicle Break In on and stays on you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off Your PASS Key III system however is not working properly and must be serviced by your NOTICE dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key III system at this time Your vehicle doesn t need an elaborate If you lose or damage your PASS Key III key see your break in But it will perform better in the long dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to run if you follow these guidelines have a new key made Don t drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first 500 miles 805 km Don t make full throttle starts Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles 322 km or so During this time your new brake linings aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Don t tow a trailer during break in See
211. not work well in this player While the tape is playing use the VOL FADE BAL BASS and TREBLE controls just as you do for the radio The display will show an arrow to show which side of the tape is playing When the down indicator arrow is lit selections listed on the bottom side of the cassette are playing When the up arrow is lit selections listed on the top side of the cassette are playing The tape player automatically begins playing the other side when it reaches the end of the tape If an error appears on the display see Cassette Tape Messages later in this section 1 PREV Previous Press this pushbutton or the SEEK down arrow to search for the previous selection on the tape Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for previous or seek to work Press PREV or the SEEK down arrow to stop searching The tape direction arrow blinks and the sound will mute during previous or seek operation 2 NEXT Press this pushbutton or the SEEK up arrow to search for the next selection on the tape If you hold the pushbutton the player will continue moving forward through the tape Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for next or seek to work Press NEXT or the SEEK up arrow to stop searching The tape direction arrow blinks and the sound will mute during next or seek operation 3 PROG Program Press this pushbutton to play the other side of the tape 4
212. nsportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel Canadian Vehicles For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period of the General Motors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty alternative transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program Please consult your dealer for details General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information 8 10 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot 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 NHTS
213. nts occur within 25 miles 40 km of home And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see the part of this manual called Children Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you ll want to know which restraint systems your 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 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 to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 1 13 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release
214. o OFF and put the MALL PGM fuse back into the instrument panel fuse block Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting With delayed illumination the interior lamps will stay on for about 25 seconds after all doors are closed With exit lighting the interior lamps will come on and stay on for about 25 seconds whenever you remove the key from the ignition Programmable Modes Mode 1 Both Features Off The interior lamps will turn on or off at the same instant that a door is opened or closed Mode 2 Delayed Illumination Only The interior lamps will stay on for about 25 seconds after all the doors are closed or until you lock the doors Mode 3 Exit Lighting Only The interior lamps will come on whenever you remove the key from the ignition and stay on for about 25 seconds or until you lock the doors Mode 4 Both Features On This combines Modes 2 and 3 2 15 Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory it was programmed to Mode 4 The mode to which your vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode do the following 1 Follow the instructions for Entering Programming Mode listed previously 2 Turn the interior lamps thumbwheel all the way to the right and then back slightly to the left 3 Count the number of chimes you hear The number of chimes tells you which
215. o a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage do the following e Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio be sure you can add what you want If you can it s very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine Delphi 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 with your dealer and be sure to check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units 3 19 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use Your radio may display CLN to indicate that you have used your tape player for 50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer If this message appears on the display your cassette tap
216. o be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine is overheating both fans should be running If they aren t your vehicle needs service NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index 5 16 NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOL silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result In addition the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOL is not covered by your new vehicle warranty 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 COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL engine coolant at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but
217. o free your vehicle when it is stuck you will need to spin the wheels but you don t want to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but you must use caution If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you re stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Don t spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 km h as shown on the speedometer 5 38 NOTICE Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the 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 System in the Index Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxle is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rock
218. ocal General Motors Business Unit 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 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle hand controls wheelchair scooter lifts etc This program can also provide you with 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 for details When calling from outside Canada please dial 1 905 644 3063 All TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 8 6 Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program Security While You Travel 1 800 ROADSIDE 1 800 762 3743 As the proud owner of a new Pontiac vehicle you are automatically enrolled in the Pontiac Roadside Assistance program This value added service
219. oing 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 too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control Step lightly on the brake pedal or move the cruise switch to OFF Erasing Cruise Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition or shift into PARK P or NEUTRAL N the cruise control set speed memory is erased Exterior Lamps The exterior lamp control is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel The exterior lamp has three positions OFF Turning the control to this position turns off all lamps except the Daytime Running Lamps DRL PS Parking Lamps Turning the control to this position turns on the parking lamps together with the following Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamp Instrument Panel Lights ZD Headlamps Turning the control to this position turns on the headlamps together with the previously listed lamps and lights A warning chime will sound if you open the driver s door when you turn the ignition switch to LOCK or ACCESSORY with the lamps on 2 55 Daytime Running Lamps DRL
220. oking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible 6 63 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels Chrome Plated Wheels If Equipped Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean 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 chrome plated wheels but avoid any painted surface of the wheel and buff off immediately after application Don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels 6 64 Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner NOTICE When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle Petroleum based products may damage the paint finish and tires Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection O
221. on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 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 It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 4 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 1 47 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Although a rear seat is a safer place you can secure a Front Seat Position forward facing child restraint in the right front seat You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier Ys part about the top strap if the child restraint has one hy 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 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger 7 air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag Never See Seats in the Index put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why 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 ar
222. on the regular headlamp system when you need it The fog lamps switch is located on the upper corner of the instrument panel to the left of the instrument panel cluster For this feature to work the exterior lamps control must be on To turn the fog lamps on press the right side of the fog lamp switch A light will glow in the switch to let you know that they are on Press the left side of the switch to turn the fog lamps off This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights The thumbwheel for this feature is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel Turn the thumbwheel to the right to increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights and to the left to decrease the brightness Turn the thumbwheel completely to the left to turn them off Courtesy Lamps When a door is open the courtesy lamps will automatically come on They make it easy for you to enter and leave the vehicle at night You can also turn these lamps on by manually turning the interior lamps thumbwheel all the way to the right Illuminated Entry The illuminated entry feature will light the interior of the vehicle so that you can see the inside of the vehicle before you enter at night The interior lamps will come on for 40 seconds when you unlock the doors using the remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped and the ignition is in LOCK or OFF After 40 seconds have elapsed the interior lamps will sl
223. one 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 the trunk Use the following procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk When storing a full size tire you must use the extension to help avoid wheel surface damage Use the extension and protector guide located in the foam holder To store a full size tire place the tire in the trunk valve stem facing down with the protector guide placed through a wheel bolt hole Remove the protector and attach the retainer securely When putting the compact spare back in the trunk place the protector guide back in the foam holder Store the cover as far forward as possible 5 35 Storing the Spare Tire and Tools A Retainer ap B Cover C Compact SxS Spare Tire Stori B D Nut oring a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could amp S E Jack cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose C F Wrench equipment could strike someone Store all these G Lock Nut Tool in the proper place i ee p 8 E H Foam Holder I Extension and Protective Guide J Bolt Screw Compact Spare Tire F O 4 w The compact spare tire is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire in the Index See the storage instructions label on the trunk lid to properly position your
224. one grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index 7 16 Automatic Transaxle Check Check the transaxle fluid level add if needed See Automatic Transaxle Fluid in the Index A fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the system and repair if needed At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all hood hinges hood latch assembly secondary latch pivots spring anchor release pawl door hinges rear compartment glove box door console door and any folding seat hardware Part D tells you what to use More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment Starter Switch Check Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below 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 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular ona levelsurface brake See Parking Brake in the Index if
225. onyl MMT ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for service To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing your emission control system to work properly You should not have to add anything to your fuel Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clean air General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier NOTICE Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Don t use fuel containing methanol 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 be hard to find Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs caused by use of improper f
226. oo much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough You or others could be burned and your vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system When your brake fluid falls to a low level your brake warning light will come on See Brake System Warning Light in the Index 6 35 What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir 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 6 36 NOTICE 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 your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ll have to be replaced Don t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged
227. or more information about the compact spare tire 5 27 Turn the nut holding the jack counterclockwise and remove it Then remove the jack and wrench 5 28 The tools you ll be using include the jack A extension and protector guide B and the wheel wrench C Removing Wheel Covers and Wheel Nut Caps If there is a wheel cover loosen the plastic nut caps with the wheel wrench They won t come off Then using the flat end of the wheel wrench pry along the edge of the cover until it comes off Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 2 Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground for the spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well 5 29 Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack Raising your vehicle with the 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 30 For jacking at the vehicle s front location put the jack lift head C about 6 inches 15 cm from the rear edge of the front wheel opening B or between the two bolt
228. or one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Supplemental Restraint System SRS This part explains the Supplemental Restraint System SRS or air bag system Your vehicle has air bags one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag But these air bags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing your safety belt even if you have air bags Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Air bags are designed to work with safety belts but don t replace them Air bags 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 or low speed frontal crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt pro
229. or the driver s and passenger s front seatback is located on the outboard side of each front seat cushion Lift the lever to release the seatback then move the seatback to where you want it Release the lever to lock the seatback in place Pull up on the lever without pushing on the seatback and the seatback will move forward Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous Even if you buckle up your safety belts can t do their job when you re reclined like this The shoulder belt can t do its job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries But don t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle For proper protection when the vehicle is in is moving 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 head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash 1 6 Seatback Latches Two Door Models On two door models the front passenger seat is designed to make it easy to get into and out of the rear seat Tilt
230. ore and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 180 1b 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0 06 percent The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce 120 ml glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1 1 2 ounces 45 ml of a liquor like whiskey gin or vodka It s the amount of alcohol that counts For example if the same person drank three double martinis 3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each within an hour the person s BAC would be close to 0 12 percent A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men 4 4 Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks The law in an increasing number of U S states and throughout Canada sets the legal limit at 0 08 percent In some other countries the limit is even lower For example it is 0 05 percent in both France and Germany The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve se
231. ore time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make such good sense 1 11 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers Q A zr S Won t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I m wearing a safety belt 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 are belted If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety belts Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions 1 12 Q If Pm a good driver and I never drive far from A home why should I wear safety belts 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 such as bad drivers Most accide
232. otorhome The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground and dolly towing towing your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly With the proper preparation and equipment many vehicles can be towed in these ways See Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing following Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing What s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendations How far will you tow Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow 4 34 Do you have the proper towing equipment See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations Is your vehicle ready to be towed Just as you would prepare your vehicle for a long trip you 11 want to make sure your vehicle is prepared to be towed See Before Leaving on a Long Trip in the Index Dinghy Towing NOTICE Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components Your vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground If your vehicle must be towed you should use a dolly See Dolly Towing later in this section for more information Dolly Towing Your vehicle can be to
233. ound the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how A child in a rear facing child restraint can be If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face seriously injured or killed if the right front or neck put it behind the child restraint passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in the rear seat 1 48 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock safety belt quickly if you ever had to 6 To tighten the belt feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 1 50 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 Older Children Q What is the proper way to wear safety belts A If possible an older child should wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the fa
234. our dealer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar See OnStar System in the Index for more information about the services OnStar provides Power Outside Rearview Mirrors The power mirror control is located near the driver s window on the armrest Turn the control counterclockwise to adjust the left mirror or clockwise to adjust the right mirror Then move the control in the direction you want the mirror to go 2 63 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 A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Storage Compartments Glove Box Use your key to lock and unlock the glove box To open lift the right side of the latch 2 64 Overhead Console If Equipped The optional overhead console has reading lamps and storage compartments including one for your garage door opener and one for sunglasses These features are explained on the following pages Reading Lamps To turn either reading lamp on or off press the switch next to it Garage Door Opener You can store your garage door opener in the rear compartment of the overhead console and operate it from t
235. our foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Don t shift out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing NOTICE Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engine racing isn t covered by your warranty AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re Going less than 35 mph 55 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 55 km h or more push the accelerator pedal all the way down You ll shift down to the next gear and have more power NOTICE If the vehicle seems to start up rather slowly or if it seems not to shift gears as you go faster something may be wrong with a transaxle system sensor If you drive very far that way your vehicle can be damaged So if this happens have your vehicle serviced right away Until then you can use SECOND 2 when you are driving less than 35 mph 55 km h and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D for higher speeds 2 41 THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but driving but it offers more power and lower fuel lower fuel economy You can use SECOND 2 on hills economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D It can help control your speed as you go down steep Here are some times you might choose THIRD 3 mountain
236. outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index Trunk Lock To unlock the trunk from the outside insert the key and turn it clockwise You can also press the trunk symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped Remote Trunk Release This feature is used to unlock the trunk from inside the vehicle Press the TRUNK button located behind the glove box door The shift lever must be in PARK P for the remote trunk release button to work 2 25 Trunk Release Handle NOTICE The trunk release handle was not designed to be used to tie down the trunk lid or as an anchor point when securing items in the trunk Improper use of the trunk release handle could damage it 2 26 There is a glow in the dark trunk release handle located inside the trunk on the latch This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle to open the trunk from the inside Trap Resistant Trunk Kit To help prevent a child from becoming trapped in your trunk you can order a trap resistant trunk kit from your dealer This kit includes a modified trunk latch alighted release handle and seatback tethers for vehicles with folding rear seatbacks See your dealer for additional information Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in
237. oving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the outside temperature the kind of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list everything here we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you ll be parking your vehicle The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area Automatic Transaxle Operation The automatic transaxle has a shift lever on the console between the seats There is also a display of the gear positions on the instrument panel cluster near the speedometer and tachometer Maximum engine speed is limited when your vehicle is in PARK P or NEUTRAL N to protect driveline components from improper operation 2 39 There are several different positions for the shift lever PARK P This position locks the front wheels It s the best position to use when you start the engine because the vehicle can t move easily 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 your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK
238. owly fade out The lamps will fade out before 40 seconds have elapsed if you do the following Lock all doors using the remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped Lock the doors using the power door lock switch When any door is opened illuminated entry is canceled The interior lamps will stay on while any door is opened and slowly fade out when all doors are closed The interior lamps may stay on for up to 25 seconds after all doors have been closed if they have not been locked See Delayed Illumination later in this section 2 58 Delayed Illumination The delayed illumination feature will continue to light the interior of the vehicle for 25 seconds after all the doors have been closed so that you can find the ignition and buckle the seat belt at night Delayed illumination will not occur while the ignition is in RUN or ACCESSORY After 25 seconds have elapsed the interior lamps will slowly fade out The lamps will fade out before the 25 seconds have elapsed if you do any of the following Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY Lock all doors using the remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped Lock the doors using the power door lock switch To turn delayed illumination feature off or on see Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index Delayed Exit Lighting For exiting the vehicle at night the vehicle is equipped with the delayed exit lighting feature The interior lamps will illuminate fo
239. perly whether or not there s an air bag for that person 1 21 Air bags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If you re too close to an inflating air bag as you would be if you were leaning forward it could seriously injure you Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash Always wear your safety belt even with air bags The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle 1 22 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 is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Children e SRS AIR BAG re United States Canada There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows SRS AIR BAG or the air bag symbol The system 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 System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the stee
240. pment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly be drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 36 Starting Your 3800 Series II Engine 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn your ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm NOTICE Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If it doesn t start within 10 seconds hold your key in START for about 10 seconds at a time until your engine starts Wait about 15 seconds between each try If your engine still won t start or starts but then 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 starting procedure NOTICE Your engine is
241. pressure Worn old tires can cause accidents If your tread is badly worn or if your tires have been damaged replace them Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued 6 49 Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire Loading Information label which is on the inside of the trunk lid shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km NOTICE Don t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right It s not If your tires don t have enough air underinflation you can get the following Too much flexing Too much heat Tire overloading Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued 6 50 NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following Unusual wear Bad handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Don t forget your compact spare tire It should be at 60 psi 420 kPa How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You can t tell if your tires are properly inflated si
242. ps Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your eyes contract 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 4 19 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Wai Heh AL Nh Y My ip A Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble On a wet road you can t stop accelerate or turn as well because your tire to road traction isn t as good as on dry roads And if your tires don t have much tread left you ll get even less traction It s always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and ev
243. pward to raise the temperature Slide the lever downward to lower the temperature Passenger s Temperature Lever The lever on the right adjusts the air temperature on the passenger s side of the vehicle only The driver s side has its own lever for temperature control Slide the lever upward to raise the temperature Slide the lever downward to lower the temperature Mode Knob The knob on the right side of the climate control panel has several settings to adjust the direction of the airflow gt o M MAX Maximum This setting recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle and sends it through the instrument panel outlets The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 38 F 3 3 C Even when the compressor is running you can control the temperature gt o rs Vent This setting brings in outside air and directs it through the instrument panel outlets gt o Vad Bi Level This setting brings in outside air and directs it two ways Half of the air is directed through the vent outlets Most of the remaining air is directed through the floor ducts and a small amount to the defrost and side window vents e Vad Floor This setting sends most of the air through the ducts near the floor The remaining airflow comes out of the defroster and side window vents We Vad Defogger This setting allows half of the air to go to the floor ducts and
244. r the following See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index 5 To reinstall the cover position the tabs through the slots on the housing A notch on the sides of the filter cover will indicate the correct placement Reinstall the two clips on the top of the engine air cleaner filter 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 6 20 Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off NOTICE If the air cleaner filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you re driving Supercharger Oil The supercharger engine oil fill plug is located in the engine compartment on the front of the supercharger on the passenger side of the vehicle Unless you are technically qualified and have the proper tools you should let your dealer or a qualified service center perform this maintenance When to Check Check oil level every 30 000 miles 50 000 km or every 36 months whi
245. r However your engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset It is also important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level If the system is ever reset accidentally you must change your oil at 3 000 miles 5 000 km since your last oil change Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed How to Reset the GM Oil Life System The GM Oil Life System calculates when to change your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use Anytime your oil is changed reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil change is required If a situation occurs where you change your oil prior to a CHANGE OIL SOON light being turned on reset the system To reset the GM Oil Life System after the oil has been changed use one of the following two procedures Using the Driver Information Center DIC 1 With the ignition key in RUN but the engine off fully push and release the accelerator pedal slowly three times within five seconds 2 If the CHANGE OIL SOON light flashes the system is resetting 3 Turn the key to OFF after the light stops flashing then start the vehicle If the CHANGE OIL SOON light comes back on the engine oil life monitor has not reset Repeat the procedure Using the Trip Computer If Equipped 1 Press the MODE button until the light appears lit next to OIL LIFE 2 Press and hold the RESET button for three secon
246. r other moving engine parts can injure you Using a match near a battery can cause battery badly Keep your hands away from moving parts gas to explode People have been hurt doing this once the engine is running and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light 5 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Be sure the battery has enough water You don t need to add water to the ACDelco 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 CAUTION Continued Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And don t connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal location on the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the veh
247. r the band is turned upward the longer the delay between wiper cycles LOW Turn the band to LOW for steady wiping at a low speed HIGH Turn the band to HIGH for steady wiping at a high speed Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If the blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow or ice can overload the wipers A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload 2 51 Windshield Washer G7 PUSH Press the paddle with the the word PUSH and the washer symbol on it located on top of the multifunction lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield The wipers will clear the windshield and then either stop or return to the set speed In freezing weather don t use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision Cruise Control With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below approximately 25 mph 40 km h 2 52 When you apply the brakes the cruise control shuts off Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or
248. r up to 25 seconds when you remove the key from the ignition After 25 seconds have elapsed the interior lamps will slowly fade out The lamps will fade out before the 25 seconds have elapsed if you do any of the following Insert the key and turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY Lock all doors using the remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped Lock the doors using the power door lock switch When any door is opened delayed exit lighting is canceled The interior lamps will stay on while any door is opened and will slowly fade out when all the doors are closed The interior lamps may stay on for up to 25 seconds after all the doors have been closed if they have not been locked See Delayed Illumination earlier in this section To turn the delayed exit lighting feature off or on see Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index Overhead Console Reading Lamps Option These lamps are part of the overhead console They will go on when you open the doors When the doors are closed push the button next to each lamp to turn them on and off The console also contains an open storage bin Front Reading Lamps Option If the vehicle has the optional sunroof you will have reading lamps in front of the sunroof switch located on the headliner These lamps will come on when you open the doors The lamps can be turned on and off manually by pressing the button behind each reading lamp when the doors are closed
249. r vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have a maximum of four transmitters matched to it 2 12 Battery Replacement Under normal use the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about three years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it s probably time to change the battery NOTICE When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery do the following 1 Insert a flat object like a coin into the slot on the side of the transmitter and twist to separate the halves 2 Gently pry the battery out of the transmitter Do not use the metal flanges to pop out the battery 3 Put the new battery into the transmitter as shown on the transmitter Use a type CR2032 battery or equivalent type 4 Reassemble the transmitter Make sure the halves are snapped together tightly so w
250. radio and begin playing This override routine will remain active until EJECT is pressed AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player Option Playing the Radio POWER Push this knob to turn the system on and off VOL Volume Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume RECALL Press this button to display the time with the ignition on or off When the radio is playing press this button to display the station frequency 3 10 Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to choose radio stations Press the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it A SEEK V Press the up or down arrow to go to the next or previous station and stay there Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FM1 and six FM2 by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select the band 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until SET appears on the display Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton the station you set will return 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble BASS Slide the lever to the right or left to increase or decrease bass TREBLE S
251. red light will turn on to let you know the system is arming After all doors are closed and locked the red light will begin flashing at a very slow rate to let you know the system is armed Arming Confirmation If the remote unlock confirmation is on see Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index the headlamps will flash briefly to let you know when the alarm system has armed Disarming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter The alarm system will disarm when you use your remote keyless entry transmitter to unlock the doors The red light will go off to let you know the system is disarmed Disarming with the Key The alarm system will disarm when you use the key to unlock the doors The red light will stop flashing when the system is disarmed If you would like the key to disarm the alarm system see Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index 2 29 PASS Key IN 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 t have to do anything different to arm or disarm the system It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition Your PASS Key III system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions
252. res and controls for your vehicle In this manual you ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find 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 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 could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Don t Don t do this or Don t let this happen iii Vehicle Damage Warnings Also in this book you will find these notices NOTICE These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle In the notice area we tell you about something 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 iv Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle may be equipped with components and labels that use symbo
253. right away 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 right away if the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem 2 79 Charging System Indicator Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition as a check to show you it s working Then it will go out If it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with the electrical charging system It could indicate that you have a loose drive belt or another electrical problem Have it checked right away Driving while this light is on could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner 2 80 Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warnin
254. riginal manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty Finish Damage Any stone chips fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed 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 being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ringlet shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this Pontiac will
255. ring wheel 1 23 If something is between an occupant and an air bag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 24 When should an air bag inflate An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crash The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system s designed threshold level If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn t move or deform the threshold level is about 12 to 18 mph 19 to 29 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 strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers rear impacts or in many side impacts because inflation would not help the occupant In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact
256. rmine 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 NOTICE If you need a new fuel cap be sure to get the right type Your dealer can get one for you If you get the wrong type it may not fit properly This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others Dispense gasoline only into approved containers Do not fill a container while it is inside a vehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline
257. ront passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat 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 a rear seat 1 42 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 restraint during a collision For it to work a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle Some top strap equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored Others require the top strap always to be anchored Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint If yours requires that the top strap be anchored don t use the restraint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In
258. rs are doing and pay attention to traffic signals Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving Know the best way to get to where you are going Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities Yov ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving 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 to move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light 4 24 Freeway Driving Mile for mile freeways also called thruways parkways expressways turnpikes or superhighways are the safest of all roads But they have their own special rules The most important advice on freeway driving is Keep up with traffic and keep to the right Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving Too fast or too slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane At the entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Swit
259. rument panel fuse block 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 a 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 by some electrical problem have it fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power windows and other power accessories When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating Spare fuses are located in the instrument panel See Underhood Fuse Block in the Index Instrument Panel Fuse Block Some fuses are in a fuse block located inside of the glove box behind a small bin on the right side To open pull the cover out The fuse block is inside On the back edge of this cover is a fuse p
260. rvice appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety related 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 inconvenience by providing several transportation options Depending on the circumstances your dealer can offer you one of the following Shuttle Service Participating dealers can provide you with shuttle service to get you to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule This includes a one way shuttle ride to a destination up to 10 miles from the dealership Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs reimbursement up to 30 per day five days maximum may be available for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus In addition should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses up to 10 per day
261. s 4 1 L 3800 V6 Code K 4 3 quarts 4 1 L 3800 V6 Supercharged Code 1 4 3 quarts 4 1 L Fuel Tank 17 5 U S gallons 66 2 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 ft lb 140 N m All capacities are approximate When adding fluid be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index for more information 3100 V6 Code J Engine Specifications VYPCO ine sees topes RSE he SARE eh BOSS V6 Displacement 191 CID 3 1L LG8 Firing Order 0 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 3800 V6 Code K Engine Specifications TYPE icq ceeae core ee he ok RG eed ees NEES V6 Displacement 231 CID 3 8L L36 Firing Order 0 0 1 6 5 4 3 2 3800 V6 Supercharged Code 1 Engine Specifications Type sng Sheng ha beeen dead obs ae deed set V6 Displacement 231 CID 3 8L L67 Firing Order 2 6 cc cases sce ee vee 1 6 5 4 3 2 Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity If you do your own service work you ll need the proper service manual See Doing Your Own Service Work in the Index for additional information It is recommended that service work on your air conditioning system be performed by a qualified technician Air Conditioning Refrigerant R 134a 2 25 Ibs 1 09 kg Use Refrigerant Oil R134a Systems 6 75 Normal Maintenance Replac
262. s A as shown Put the compact spare tire near you For jacking at the vehicle s rear location put the jack 3 lift head B about 5 5 inches 14 cm from the front edge of the rear wheel opening C or just behind the off set A as shown Put the compact spare tire near you Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground for the spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well Remove all wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 5 31 4 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 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 5 Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface 6 Reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to is held against the hub which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off 5 32 8 Tighten the wheel nuts 1 firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown
263. s you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind you 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 and trailer lamps from time to time to be sure they re all working Once you disconnect the trailer lamps the bulb warning lights again can tell you if one of your vehicle lamps is out Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well On a long uphill grade shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph 70 km h to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating If you have overdrive you may have to drive in THIRD 3 instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured
264. sed locking feature makes it more convenient for you to use your power door locks to lock all the doors when leaving your vehicle When a door is open three chimes will sound the first time you attempt to lock the doors using the power door lock switch or the keyless entry transmitter if equipped The chimes indicate that the last door closed locking is being used All doors can be opened for five seconds from the time the last door has been closed Five seconds after the last door is closed all doors will lock You can lock the doors immediately by using the power door lock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped The last door closed locking feature will activate when the ignition is in RUN or ACCESSORY To turn the last door closed locking feature on or off see Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index Automatic Door Locks All of the doors will lock automatically when you move your shift lever out of PARK P All doors will unlock automatically when the ignition is turned off while the shift lever is in PARK P If you prefer to have your doors unlocked automatically at any time see Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index If someone needs to get in or out of the vehicle after the doors have been automatically locked place the shift lever into PARK P Unlock all doors using the power door lock switch or unlock the door you want using the inside manual lever If you have programmed the Automati
265. service 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 Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use MILEAGE Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck PF Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service SERVICED BY 7 14 Part B Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle make sure they are the proper ones as shown in Part D At Each Fuel Fill It is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details
266. so have a pull down armrest that contains an open storage bin and two cupholders 2 65 Trunk Access Panel If Equipped If the vehicle has rear seat armrests you will also have a trunk access panel This feature allows items in the trunk to pass through the rear seat To use the trunk access panel pull the rear armrest down unlock the access panel with the ignition key and pull it down 2 66 Convenience Net If Equipped The vehicle may have a convenience net You ll see it on the back wall of the trunk Put small loads like grocery bags in the net It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops The net isn t for larger heavier loads Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can You can unhook the net so that it will lie flat when you re not using it Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter The center front ashtray is on the instrument panel To open it pull at the bottom of the ashtray until it is fully 7 ne open To remove the ashtray cup lift the tabs on the Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand sides and pull out On four door models an ashtray is while it is heating If you do it won t be able to located on each of the rear doors back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overheat damaging the lighter and the heating element NOTICE NOTICE Don t put papers and other things that burn Sun Visors
267. stem 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 Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag system Improper service can mean that your air bag system won t work properly See your dealer for service Your dealer and the service manual have information NOTICE about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system To purchase a service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s air bag the bag may not work properly You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger s air bag Do not open or break the air bag coverings 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 Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle air bag when it inflates Avoid yellow connectors Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced They are probably part of the air bag system There are parts of the air bag system in several places Be sure to follow proper service procedures around your vehicle You don t want the system to and make sure the person performing work for inflate while someone is worki
268. stem The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readiness see your dealer or qualified service center to prepare the vehicle for inspection 2 87 Oil Pressure Light gaia kPa United States Canada If you have a problem with your oil pressure this light may stay on after you start your engine or come on when you are driving This indicates that oil is not going through your engine quickly enough to keep it lubricated The engine could be low on oil or could have some other oil problem Have it fixed right away The oil light could also come on in two other situations When the ignition is on but the engine is not running the light will come on as a test to show you it s working The light will go out when you turn the ignition to RUN If it doesn t come on with the ignition on you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb Have it fixed right away 2 88 If you make a hard stop the light may come on for a moment This is normal 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
269. sting motion This will unlock the seat Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever Try to move the seat back and forth to make sure the seat is locked in place If your vehicle has this feature the control is located on the outboard side of the driver s seat cushion To adjust the seat cushion do any of the following Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control toward the front or the rear Raise or lower the seat cushion by sliding the control up or down Raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion by sliding the front of the control up or down Raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion by sliding the rear of the control up or down If your vehicle has this option there will be a control located on the outboard side of the driver s seat cushion in front of the reclining seatback lever To increase or decrease lumbar support push the control forward or rearward To adjust the lumbar support up or down push the control up or down Heated Driver s Seat Option If your vehicle has this option the heated seat switch is located on the center console behind the open storage bin Press LO to warm the seat to a lower temperature Press HI to warm the seat to a higher temperature To turn this feature off place the switch in the center position This feature only works when the ignition is turned on 1 4 Reclining Front Seatbacks The recliner lever f
270. switch This feature cannot guarantee that you ll never be locked out of your vehicle If you don t leave the keys in the ignition or if you use the manual door lock you could still lock your keys inside your vehicle Always remember to take your keys with you To turn this feature on or off see Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle take your keys open your door and set the locks from inside Then get out and close the door Remote Keyless Entry System If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received 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
271. switch to control the sunroof is located in the headliner on the roof panel The switch works only when the ignition is on or RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power RAP in the Index Push the rear of the switch once and the sunroof will open to the vent position only You will need to open the sunshade by hand Push the rear of the switch a second time and the sunroof will open the remainder of the way by itself This is the express open feature To close the sunroof push and hold the front of the switch until the sunroof motor stops The sunshade must be closed by hand 2 73 The Instrument Panel Your Information System The main components of the instrument panel are the following Side Window Defogger Vents Fog Lamp Switch Multifunction Lever Instrument Panel Cluster Hazard Warning Button Horn Qa m ON WwW gt Trip Computer If Equipped and or Driver Information Center DIC Instrument Panel Vents POmMmOZZrAS o Interior Lamps Control Exterior Lamps Control Tilt Steering Wheel Control Audio Steering Controls If Equipped Head Up Display HUD Controls Option Comfort Controls Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter Audio System Glove Box Instrument Panel Fuse Block 2 75 Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how mu
272. t is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder 1 15 Q What s wrong with this 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 OOF E P A al F A SQ The shoulder belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way 1 16 Q What s wrong with this 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 The belt is buckled in the wrong place 1 17 Q What s wrong with this The shoulder belt is worn under the arm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times 1 18 You can 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 Q What s wrong with th
273. t panel toward the center of the vehicle near the windshield will flash slowly when the system is armed 2 28 While armed the doors will not unlock with the power door lock switch The alarm will sound if someone tampers with the trunk lock enters the vehicle without using the remote keyless entry transmitter or key to unlock the doors or turns the ignition on The horn will sound and the headlamps will flash for up to two minutes The system will also cut off the fuel supply preventing the vehicle from being driven Arming with the Power Lock Switch Your alarm system can be programmed to arm when you use either power lock switch to lock the doors while any door is open and the key is removed from the ignition If you would like to arm the system with the power lock switch see Multifunction Alarm Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index When programmed the red light will flash quickly to let you know that the system is ready to arm with the power lock switches When you press the rear of a power door lock switch the red light will stop flashing and stay on to let you know that the system is arming After all the doors are closed and locked the red light will begin flashing at a very slow rate to let you know the system is armed Arming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter The alarm system will arm when you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to lock the doors after the key is removed from the ignition The
274. tape it could be one of the following E10 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 Ell The tape is broken Try a new tape E14 Wrapped tape Try a new tape CLN Clean 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 possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected contact your dealer If your radio displays an error number write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player To activate the bypass feature use the following steps 1 Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press and hold TAPE PLAY for three seconds The tape symbol on the display will flash for two seconds indicating the feature is active 4 Insert the adapter into the cassette slot It will power up the
275. terrent system must be disarmed for the engine to run and while in Mode 2 the key can no longer disarm the system If your vehicle is equipped with the OnStar system OnStar will not be able to remotely unlock your vehicle if it has been programmed to Mode 2 Mode 3 Standard Arming and Disarming The content theft deterrent system will arm when you lock the doors using either power door lock switch while any door is open and the key is removed from the ignition The content theft deterrent system will arm when you lock the doors with your remote keyless entry transmitter The key must be removed from the ignition when you lock the doors or the content theft deterrent system will not arm The content theft deterrent system will disarm when you unlock the doors with the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter 2 23 Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory it was programmed to Mode 1 The mode to which your vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode do the following 1 2 Follow the instructions for Entering Programming Mode listed previously Insert a second ignition key fully into any door key cylinder and turn it to the unlock position This step is necessary to prevent accidental programming of this feature to Mode 2 Do not program this feature to Mode 2
276. the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around in the trailer Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires Be sure your vehicle s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires You ll find these numbers on the Tire Loading Information label found on the inside of the trunk lid or see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Then be sure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Here are some rules to follow The rear bumper on your vehicle is not intended for hitches Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper type hitches to it Use only a frame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle See Carbon Monoxide in the Index Dirt and water can too 4 40 owy _ij alIa Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road
277. tion Control System or if the system 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 Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any anti lock brake system ABS helps avoid only the braking skid 4 17 Driving at Night Here are some tips on night driving Drive defensively Don t drink and drive Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you Since you can t see as
278. tion off Or if the light comes on and stays 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 light is on and the regular brake system warning light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti lock brakes The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem 2 81 Traction Control System Warning Light 3800 Supercharged V6 Engine Only The traction control system warning light TCS may come on for the following reasons OFF g If you turn the system off by pressing the TCS button located on the far right side of the trip computer 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 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 begin to overheat the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on until your brakes cool down If the traction control system warning light comes o
279. tions These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return to its original position automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return to its original position when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrow flashes faster than normal a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal 2 50 If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and then check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index A chime will sound if you leave the turn signal on for more than 3 4 mile 1 2 km Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam or high to low pull the multifunction lever all the way toward you Then release it When the high beams are on this light on the instrument panel cluster will appear While the high beam headlamps are on the fog lamps will not illuminate If your vehicle is equipped with the Head Up Display HUD an arrow will appear in the display area to indicate that the h
280. tions for Open the cap with the adding water washer symbol on it Don t mix water with ready to use washer Add washer fluid until the fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze tank is full and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full Don t use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint NOTICE 6 34 Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver s side of the engine compartment It is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear When new linings are put in the fluid level goes back up The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system 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 t
281. ttery or Remote Positive Terminal C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal 5 10 To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from vehicle from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the remote positive terminal cover to its original position Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance in the Index If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes such as behind a motorhome see Recreational Vehicle Towing in the Index Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage and a warning light concerning an overheated engine condition on the instrument panel cluster See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage and Engine Coolant Temperature Light in the Index You also have a low coolant light on your instrument panel cluster See Low Coolant Light in the Index Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode This emergency operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency situation If an overheated engine cond
282. uddenly pulls out from nowhere or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you You can avoid these problems by braking if you can stop in time But sometimes you can t there isn t room That s the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First 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 4 14 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 full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand But you have to act fast steer quickly and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two lane highway waits for just the right moment accelerates moves around the vehicle ahead then goes back into the right lane again A simple ma
283. uel wouldn t be covered by your warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving Filling Your Tank The tethered fuel cap is behind the hinged fuel door on the driver s side of your vehicle Gasoline vapor is highly flammable It burns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline While refueling let the fuel cap hang by the tether below the fuel fill opening To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise The fuel cap has a spring in it if you let go of the cap too soon it will spring back to the right If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the fuel cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can dete
284. uller and a fuse usage chart To use the fuse puller place the wide end of the fuse puller over the plastic end of the fuse Squeeze the ends over the fuse and pull it out To reinstall the bin position the lower end and turn the top into position Press on the sides until it snaps into place 6 69 See Underhood Electrical Ee Description a o a e a owo woo PANK ae ADEEOG MALL PGM Mall Module Program Cee e mee fen anon MALL Mall Module ee rene wee wr Wiper STR Steering Wheel Illumination mA O O l e w C ae a Blank oo mejo o STR WHL CTRL Steering Wheel Control oe ae RADIO Radio Circuit Breaker Description BLANK Blank HEADLAMP Headlamps RADIO AMP Bose Amplifier SEAT Power Seat Power Lumbar PWR LOCK Mall Module Power Locks BLANK Blank HSEAT LUM Heated Seats Power Lumbar PWR WDO Power Windows R DEFOG Rear Defog BLANK Blank PASSKEY III PASS Key MI Security System 6 70 Fuse RAP HAZARD PWR MIR HVAC HI CIG LTR INT LAMP STOP LAMP ONSTAR BLANK ECM CRUISE 1 P IGN SIR TURN Description Retained Accessory Power Hazard Flashers Power Mirrors HVAC Blower Hi Cigarette Lighter ALDL Floor Console Accessory Outlet Mall Module Interior lamps Stoplamp OnStar System Blank Electronic Control Module Cruise Control Chime Mall Module Cluster Trip Computer Head Up Display Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control Supplemental Inflatable Restraint Air Bag Turn Signal
285. ust have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for SEEK to work If a compact disc is playing press the up arrow to go to the start of the next track Press the down arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played If less than eight seconds have played press the down arrow to go to the previous track A VOL Volume Press the up or down arrow to increase or decrease volume PLAY Press this button to play a cassette tape or compact disc when listening to the radio MUTE Press this button to silence the system 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 you the best sound but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to come and go Tips About Your Audio System Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio t
286. utton to play a CD when listening to the radio amp EJECT Press this button to stop a CD when it is playing or to remove a CD when it is not playing The EJECT button will work with the radio off Compact Disc Messages E Error If this message and a number appears on the radio display or if the disc comes out it could be for one of the following reasons You re driving on a very rough road It s very hot The disc is upside down It is dirty scratched or wet The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again Ifthe CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected contact your dealer If your radio displays an error number write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Theft Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored If ignored the system plays normally and the radio is not protected by the feature If THEFTLOCK is activated your radio will not operate if stolen When THEFTLOCK is activated the radio will display LOC to indicate a locked condition anytime battery power is removed If your battery loses power for any reason you must unlock the radio with the secret code before it
287. ver s door when the ignition is in OFF LOCK or ACCESSORY and the key is in the ignition Retained Accessory Power RAP With Retained Accessory Power RAP the power windows audio system and sunroof will continue to work up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned to off and none of the doors are opened 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 2 34 NOTICE Don t try to shift to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transaxle Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped Shift Lock Release This vehicle is equipped with an electric shift lock release system The shift lock release is designed to do the following Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in PARK P with the shift lever button fully released Prevent movement of the shift lever out of PARK P unless the ignition is in a position other than OFF or LOCK The shift lock release is always functional except in the case of a dead or low voltage less than 9 V battery If your vehicle has a dead battery or a battery with low voltage there is an override access slot that will allow you to override the shift lock release The override access slot is located on the upper right side of the console shift panel
288. wed using a dolly To tow your vehicle using a dolly follow these steps 1 Put the front wheels on the dolly 2 Put the vehicle in PARK P 3 Set the parking brake and then remove the key 4 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position 5 Release the parking brake Loading Your Vehicle ra N GM TIRE LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP FRT CTR RR TOTAL K L MAX LOADING GVWR SAME AS 200 D TIRE PRESSURE OT ADD 28KPA 4PS S MANUAL FOR MORE INFORMATION Ne A Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry The Tire Loading Information label is inside the trunk lid The label tells you the proper size speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle It also gives you important information about the number of people that can be in your vehicle and the total weight you can carry This includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options 4 35 MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR FRT THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO AL g L e OTOR VEHICLE SAFETY BUMPER TI NTIONSTANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DAG OF M WN ABOVE 200 ASS CAR Ko J 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 v
289. will operate 3 15 Activating the Theft Deterrent Feature The instructions which follow explain how to enter your secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK system It is recommended that you read through all nine steps before starting the procedure If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4 1 Write down any three or four digit number from 000 to 1999 and keep it in a safe place separate from the vehicle 2 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN 3 Turn the radio off 4 Press the and 4 pushbuttons at the same time Hold them down until shows on the display Next you will use the secret code number which you have written down 5 Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display 6 Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree with your code 7 Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code 3 16 8 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down The display will show REP to let you know that you need to repeat Steps 5 through 7 to confirm your secret code 9 Press AM FM and this time the display will show SEC to let you know that your radio is secure With the ignition off the THEFTLOCK LED indicator will flash indicating a secured radio Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follo
290. ws pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition on LOC will appear on the display 2 Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display 3 Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree with your code 4 Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code 5 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down The display will show SEC indicating the radio is now operable and secure If you enter the wrong code eight times INOP will appear on the display You will have to wait an hour with the ignition on before you can try again When you try again you will only have three more chances eight tries per chance to enter the correct code before INOP appears If you lose or forget your code contact your dealer Disabling the Theft Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press the and 4 pushbuttons at the same time Hold them down until SEC shows on the display 4 Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display 5 Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree with your code 6 Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code 7 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down The display will show indicating that the radio is no lon
291. y transmitter to unlock the vehicle or open the trunk the headlamps will flash to let you know when the command is received Mode 3 Exterior Lamps Flash and Horn Sound Remote Lock Confirmation When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to lock the vehicle the horn will sound briefly and the headlamps will flash to let you know the command is received Remote Unlock Confirmation When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to unlock the vehicle or open the trunk the headlamps will flash to let you know the command is received Mode 4 Exterior Lamps and Horn Sound on second LOCK press only Remote Lock Confirmation When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to lock the vehicle the headlamps will flash to let you know the command is received The horn will sound briefly and the headlamps will flash if you press the LOCK button again within five seconds Remote Unlock Confirmation When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to unlock the vehicle or open the trunk the headlamps will flash to let you know the command is received Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory it was programmed to Mode 4 The mode to which your vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode do the following 1 Follow the instructions for Entering Programming Mode list
292. 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 Allow greater following distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that s covered with ice On an otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you re actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers 4 31 If You re Caught in a Blizzard Tie ared cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow 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 to keep warm If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers You can run the engine to keep warm but
293. your upper body while sending slightly warmed air to your lower body Heating On cold days select a fan setting and use floor with the temperature levers all the way in the red area The system will bring in outside air heat it and send it to the floor ducts If your vehicle has an engine coolant heater you can use it to help your system provide warm air faster when it s cold outside 0 F 18 C or lower An engine coolant heater warms the coolant your engine and heating system use to provide heat See Engine Coolant Heater in the Index Ventilation For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed use a fan setting and vent with the A C button off to direct outside air through your vehicle Defogging and Defrosting Your system has two settings for clearing the front and side windows To defrost the windows quickly turn the fan to a high setting and use defroster with the temperature levers all the way in the red area To warm passengers while keeping the windows clear use defogger 3 4 Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window The comfort control system has a button to operate your vehicle s rear window defogger It is marked REAR Press the button to turn the rear window defogger on or off When the rear window defogger is operating an indicator above this button will light The rear warming grid will turn of
294. ystem parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or 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 1 54 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you ve had a crash do you need new belts After a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn t being used at the time of the collision If an air bag inflates you ll need to replace air bag system parts See the part on the air bag system earlier in this section y Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle and information on starting shifting and braking Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem Windows Keys Door Locks Remote Keyless Entry System If Equippe

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