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2001 Pontiac Grand Am Owners Manual

1. Every 2001 1 800 762 3743 Grand 4m under warranty is For vehicles purchased in Canada e call 1 800 268 6800 that provides in an emergency Free lockout assistance Courtesy Free dead battery assistance Transportation 5 Free out of fuel assistance Free filat tire change Emergency towing 2001 Pontiac Grand Am Owner s Manual Litho i Copyright General M otors Corporation 2000 Part nits 22628053 A First Edition All Rights Reserved CS o Co Co Table of Contents Seats and Restraint Systems Seats and Seat Controls Supplemental Restraint System SRS Safety Belts Restraint Systems for Children Features and Controls Windows Windshield Wipers Keys and Door Locks Cruise Control If Equipped Remote Keyless Entry System If Equipped Exterior and Interior Lamps Remote Trunk Release Mirrors Automatic Transaxle If Equipped Storage Compartments Manual Transaxle If Equipped Convenience Net If Equipped Parking Brake Sunroof Option Tilt Wheel Instrument Panel Warning Lights and Gages Turn Signal M ultifunction Lever lt Table of Contents cont d Section 4 2 E Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Heating and Air Conditioning Radio Theft Deterrent Feature Setting the Radio Clock Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped Radio Cassette Player CD Player Your Driving and the Road Defensive Driving Driv
2. 2 Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 1 14 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 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 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 WS ete i i 7 f 5 SON Da p x lt Dh Dey Ed 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
3. 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 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 could be a sign of brake trouble 6 29 Brake Adjustment Every time you make a moderate brake stop your disc brakes adjust for wear If you rarely make a moderate or heavier stop then your brakes might not adjust correctly If you drive in that way then very carefully make a few moderate brake stops about every 1 000 miles 1 600 km so your brakes will adjust properly 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 have to have 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 p
4. GY FRONT DEFROSTER This position directs most of the airflow through the window defroster vent Some of the air goes to the floor outlets The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this position when it is needed to help dry the air in the vehicle Mode Button A C Press A C to operate the air conditioner compressor The indicator light will glow when the button is pressed to indicate that the air conditioning system has been turned on The fan knob must be set to a speed for the air conditioning to operate Air Conditioning The air conditioner and heater work best if you keep your windows closed while using them Your vehicle also has the flow through ventilation system described later in this section For normal cooling on hot days use UPPER with the temperature knob in the blue area and the A C indicator light glowing The system will bring in outside air and cool it On very hot days open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down which should help fuel economy On cool but sunny days the sun may warm your upper body but your lower body may not be warm enough You can use BI LEVEL with the temperature knob in the middle and the A C indicator light glowing The system will bring in outside air and direct slightly warmer air to your lower body Heating On cold days use FLOOR with the temperature knob all the way in the
5. 1 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air 7 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 around 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 or seriously injured or killed if the right front 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 52 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 1 53 1 54 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 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directi
6. Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamps Bulb Back Up Lamps 0000 3156 Center High Mounted Stoplamp 912 Turn Signal lamps 0 00 3156 Stop Taillamps 0 0000 3157 Halogen Headlamps 9007 Parking Turn Signal Lamps 3157NA or 3157A Sidemarker Lamps 194NA For service information on other bulbs contact your dealer s service department 6 59 Capacities and Specifications Capacities All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level or as recommended in this manual Engine Crankcase 2 4L L4 Engine 4 0 quarts 3 8 L 3400 V6 Engine 4 5 quarts 4 3 L Automatic Transaxle Complete Overhaul 9 5 quarts 9 0 L Manual Transaxle Complete Overhaul 1 8 quarts 1 7 L Cooling System 2 4L L4 Engine 11 3 quarts 10 7 L 3400 V6 Engine 13 6 quarts 12 9 L Refrigerant Air Conditioning See refrigerant charge label under the hood Fuel Tank 14 3 U S gallons 54 1 L Tire Pressures Sizes See Tire Loading Information label on the rear driver s side passenger door 6 60 Engine Specifications See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index VIN Engine Code 2 4L L4 Engine eee eee eee T 3400 V6 Engine 00000 E Displacement
7. Fan Knob The left knob regulates the fan speed To select the force of air you want turn the knob The fan is always running unless the fan knob is moved to OFF 3 2 Temperature Knob The center knob regulates the temperature of the air coming through the system Mode Knob The right knob changes the functions of your system MAX Use for maximum cooling This setting recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle It maximizes your air conditioner s performance and your vehicle s fuel economy The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this position when it is needed to help dry the air in the vehicle gt o r4 UPPER In this position most of the airflow comes through the instrument panel outlets A small amount of air comes through the floor vents Set the center knob to the desired temperature gt o Vad BI LEVEL In this position the airflow comes through the instrument panel outlets and through the floor outlets Set the center knob to the desired temperature e Vad FLOOR In this position most of the airflow comes through the floor outlet The rest of the air comes through the windshield and side window vents Set the center knob to the desired temperature We od DEFOG This position divides the airflow between the floor outlets and the windshield defroster vent The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this position when it is needed to help dry the air in the vehicle
8. Parking Your Vehicle Key Removal Manual Transaxle Models Only Before leaving your vehicle fully press the clutch pedal in move the shift lever into REVERSE R and firmly apply the parking brake Once the shift lever has been placed in REVERSE R with the clutch pedal pressed in you can turn the ignition key to OFF remove the key and release the clutch See Manual Transaxle Operation in the Index 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 2 33 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 or different e 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 34 Running Your Engine While You re Parked Automatic Transaxle It s better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know Id
9. The RDS features of your radio rely upon receiving specific RDS information from these stations These features will only work when the RDS information is available In rare cases a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens please contact the radio station When you are tuned to an RDS station the station name will appear on the display instead of the frequency Most RDS stations provide their station name the time of day and a Program Type PTY for their current programming Some stations also provide the name of the current program TRAF Press this button to receive traffic announcements The traffic announcement brackets will appear on the display TRAF will appear on the display if the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements the radio will seek to a station that does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements it will stop lt TRAF gt will appear on the display If no station is found NO TRAFFIC will appear on the display Traffic Interrupt Feature Your radio can be programmed to interrupt the playback of a cassette tape CD or FM radio by enabling the traffic interrupt feature Press the TRAF button once to turn on the traffic feature if supported by the current tuned RDS station If the station does not support the traffic interrupt featu
10. a list of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle 6 53 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 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 6 54 Power Windows A circuit breaker in the fuse panel protects the power windows 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 links This greatly reduces the chance of damage 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 to replace
11. or they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing 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 6 49 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 chem
12. 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote MILEAGE Replace engine air cleaner filter o S An Emission Control Service 7 9 Scheduled Maintenance 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 50 000 Miles 83 000 km 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 Inhilly 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 the fluid and filter do not require changing 7 10 DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL M
13. SCAN will appear on the display while scanning AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a tape is in the player The tape will stop but remain in the player CD TAPE With a tape in the player and the radio playing press this button to play a tape Press AM FM to return to the radio when a tape is playing Press CD TAPE to switch between the tape and compact disc if both are loaded The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening The display will show TAPE and CD icons a EJECT Press this button located to the right of the cassette slot to remove the tape The radio will play Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off Cassettes may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first CLEAN PLAYER If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold eject for five seconds to reset the CLEAN PLAYER indicator The radio will display CLEANED to show the indicator was reset Tight Loose Tape Sensor Defeat With the radio off and the ignition on press and hold the CD TAPE button to disable the tight loose tape sensing feature to enable play of some tape head cleaners and portable CD adapters The radio will
14. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index 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 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 J 1 Pull the handle inside the vehicle 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and slide the secondary hood release to the right 3 Lift the hood release the hood prop rod from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer Then let the hood down and close it firmly When you open the hood on the 2 4L L4 engine you ll see the following A Engine Coolant Surge Tank D Power Steering Fluid Reservoir G Battery B Engine Oil Fill Cap E Brake Fluid Reservoir H Windshield Washer C Engine Oil Dipstick F Engine Air Cleaner Filter Fluid Reservoir When you open the hood on the 3400 V6 engine you ll see th
15. Then turn your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway 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 maneuver 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 So here are some tips for passing e 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 13 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your
16. 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 warms up 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 Ifthe engine doesn t start in 10 seconds or if the weather is very cold below 20 F or 29 C push the accelerator pedal about one quarter of the way down while you turn the key to START Do this until the engine starts As soon as it does let go of the key 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 a maximum of 15 seconds This clears the extra gasoline from the engine If the engine still won t start or starts briefly but then stops again repeat Step 1 or 2 depending on temperature When the engine starts release the key and the accelerator pedal NOTICE 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 equipment check with your dealer If you don
17. 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 Remote Trunk Release Press the remote trunk release button located on the driver s door to release the trunk lid Make sure the remote trunk release lockout feature is not activated Also the remote trunk release will only work when either the ignition is off the parking brake is engaged or the vehicle speed is less than 2 mph 3 km h 2 15 Remote Trunk Release Lockout If Equipped Your remote trunk release may be equipped with a lockout feature to help prevent unauthorized entry into the trunk when the vehicle is left unattended The switch is located on the inside of the trunk lid mounted to the trunk lid latch To turn the lockout on slide the switch all the way to the left to ON To turn the lockout off slide the switch all the way to the right to OFF 2 16 When the lockout is on the remote trunk release button on the driver s door will not release the trunk lid However the trunk lid can still be opened with the key but not with the keyless entry transmitter if equipped Trunk Release Handle If Equipped 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 There is a glow in the dark trunk rele
18. ll be using include the jack A and wheel wrench B 2 Then use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 5 20 3 Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle s frame nearest the flat tire Put the compact spare tire near you 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 21 4 Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well 5 Remove all of the wheel nuts 6 Remove the flat tire 5 22 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to 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 pape
19. 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 still 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 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 1 56 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 57 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 coa
20. slow down until it stops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle 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 Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle e Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach e 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 two cleaners Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner and Capture Non Solvent Dry Spot and Soil Remover for cleaning fabric and carpet They will clean normal spots and stains very well You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance
21. 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 necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaus
22. 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 resolved 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 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
23. 5 000 km and 12 500 miles 20 000 km since your last oil change Under severe conditions the indicator may come on before 3 000 miles 5 000 km Never drive your vehicle more than 12 500 miles 20 000 km or 12 months without an oil and filter change 7 6 The system won t detect dust in the oil So if you drive in a dusty area be sure to change your oil and filter every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or sooner if the CHANGE OIL light appears Remember to reset the Oil Life System when the oil and filter have been changed See Oil Life System in the Index for information on resetting 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 e E 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
24. 5 28 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 1 Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others They also let police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off Press the button on the instrument panel to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers press the button again When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Jump Starting If your battery has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle But please follow the steps here to do it safely Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelco battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test or jump start the battery if the hydrometer look
25. FM Press this button to play the radio when a disc is in the player CD TAPE With a CD in the player and the radio playing press this button to play a CD Press AM FM to return to the radio when a CD is playing Press CD TAPE to switch between the tape and compact disc if both are loaded The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening The display will show TAPE and CD icons a EJECT Press this button located to the left of the CD slot to remove the disc The radio will play Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first Radio Calibration Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CALIBRATE appears on the display it means that your radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to the dealership for service Personal Choice Radio Controls If Equipped With this feature your vehicle will recall the latest radio settings as adjusted the last time your vehicle was operated This feature allows two different drivers to store and recall their own radio settings for AM and FM presets last tuned station volume tone and audio source radio cassette or CD The settings recalled by the radio are determined by which transmitter was used to enter the vehicle After the UNLOCK button is pressed on the transmitter and the ignition is in ON
26. PRESET SCAN Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for more than four seconds until the PSCAN icon and the preset number appear on the display You will hear a double beep Use PRESET SCAN to listen to each of your preset stations for a few seconds The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons stop for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station PRESET SCAN will only scan the six presets that are in the band selected Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning presets PRESET SCAN will skip over presets where no station is being received at that time to prevent hearing static 3 13 Setting the Tone TONE Press and release this button until the desired tone control BASS MID or TREB is found The SELECT LED indicator will light to show that the tone control can be adjusted When using BASS or MID turn the SELECT knob clockwise to increase bass Turn it counterclockwise to decrease bass When using TREB turn the SELECT knob clockwise to increase treble Turn it counterclockwise to decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To set all of the tone controls to the middle position press and hold TONE until FLAT appears on the display EQ This feature allows you to choose preset bass mid and treble equalization settings designed for different individual listening tastes Press EQ to select the desired preset equalization setting Each time you pre
27. Pontiac dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used repairs may not be covered by your warranty 6 4 Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask your service station operator whether or not the fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines If fuels containing MMT are used spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized Pontiac dealer for service To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system allowing your emission control system to function properly Therefore you should not have to add anything to the fuel In addition 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 Filling Your Tank NOTICE Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Don t use it It can cor
28. System is limiting wheel spin this light will come on LOW TRAC Slippery road conditions may exist if the Enhanced Traction System active light comes on so adjust your driving accordingly The light will stay on for a few seconds after the Enhanced Traction System stops limiting wheel spin This light will also come on when the anti lock brake system is active The Enhanced Traction System active light also comes on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be there to tell you when the system is active 2 61 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage oa n oy ae ws S Vy Vy f 2604 N ae United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the red area the light comes on and you hear a chime your engine is too hot It means that your engine coolant has overheated The Problems on the Road section of this manual shows what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index 2 62 Low Coolant Warning Light This light comes on briefly when you turn your ignition on LOW COOLANT If this light comes on and stays on and you hear a chime the vehicle should promptly be pulled off the road and the coolant level checked See Engine Coolant in the Index If there are visible signs of steam see Engine Overheating in the Index before opening the hood Have your vehicle serviced as soon
29. Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for RPT to work Press this button again to turn off repeated play OFF will appear on the display AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a tape is in the player The tape will stop but remain in the player TAPE With a cassette tape in the player and the radio playing press this button to play a cassette tape CAS will appear on the display Press AM FM to return to the radio when a cassette tape is playing The inactive tape will remain safely inside the radio for future listening In order to use a portable CD player adapter or a cassette tape head cleaner you must disable the TIGHT LOOSE TAPE sensor Press and hold the TAPE button for two seconds with the radio off and the vehicle on CAS will flash on the display showing the TIGHT LOOSE TAPE sensor has been disabled The feature will remain disabled until the tape is ejected 4 EJECT Press the upward triangle button to remove a tape The radio will play Eject may be activated with the radio off Cassette tapes may be loaded with the radio and vehicle off if this button is pressed first CLN 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 After you clean the player press and hold the
30. a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks The law in many U S states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0 10 percent In a growing number of U S states and throughout Canada the limit is 0 08 percent In some other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the driving 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 sud
31. 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 20 City Driving 4 3 Drunken Driving 4 21 Freeway Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 22 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 6 Braking 4 23 Highway Hypnosis 4 9 Enhanced Traction System 4 24 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 11 Steering 4 25 Winter Driving 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 29 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 13 Passing 4 32 Loading Your Vehicle 4 15 Loss of Control 4 34 Towing a Trailer 4 16 Driving at Night 4 40 Towing a Trailer 2 4L L4 Engine 4 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 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 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
32. and must be returned to the dealership for service AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System RDS If Equipped If your vehicle is equipped with the Monsoon AM FM Stereo RDS with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player and Equalizer included are eight high performance speakers and a powerful eight channel amplifier The radio will display MONSOON when the radio or the ignition is turned on Please see your dealer for details 3 19 Playing the Radio PWR VOL Press this knob to turn the system on and off To increase volume turn the knob clockwise Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume SCV Your system has a feature called Speed Compensated Volume SCV With SCV your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive Set the volume at the desired level Press this button to select MIN MED or MAX Each choice allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any particular speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use SCV select OFF Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Turn this knob to choose radio stations SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or l
33. 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 moments 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 circulate throughout your vehicle Audio Systems Your audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the 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 off See Retained Accessory Power in the Index Setting the Clock Press and hold the HR or MIN arrow for two seconds Then press the HR arrow until the correct hour appears Press and hold the MIN arrow until the correct minute appears The clock may be set with the ignition on or off Setting the Clock for Systems with Radio Data System Press and hold HR or MIN for two seconds Then press and hold HR until the correct hour appears AM
34. before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 29 aN 3252 apr Ps a F P Ay D Ke So gt No S PISS w yy K K VIN yy ae ib aa P 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part 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 a crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor 1 30 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 5 Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is safety belt comfort for older
35. 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 Ignition Transaxle Lock 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 While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition key to OFF in each shift lever position With a manual transaxle the key should turn to OFF only when the shift lever is in reverse 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface On all vehicles the key should come out only in OFF 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake in the Index if necessary NOTE Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move 7 17 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 To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N
36. children who have too loose In a crash you would move forward outgrown booster seats and for small adults When too much which could increase injury The installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better shoulder belt should fit against your body positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle 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 over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the slots of the guide the seatback and the interior body to remove the 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 from the guides Pull the guide upward
37. 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 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 When It s Time for New Tires 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 6 39 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 rati
38. crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint See Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position in the Index for information on how to secure a child restraint in your vehicle using the vehicle s safety belts With this system use the LATCH system instead of the vehicle s safety belts to secure a child restraint 1 46 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 If the child restraint is forward facing attach the anchor points on the child restraint to the anchors in the vehicle The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Attach the top strap to the top strap anchor See Top Strap in the Index Tighten the top strap according to the child restraint instructions 5 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint simply unhook the top strap from the top tether anchor and then disconnect the anchor points Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position ai e You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap
39. details When calling from outside Canada please dial 1 905 644 3063 All TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 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 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 an
40. display READY and flash the cassette icon The tight loose tape sensing feature will then be disabled until the next cassette eject Playing a Compact Disc With the ignition on insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing If you want to insert a CD when the ignition is off first press the CD eject symbol or the RCL knob Inserting a CD with the radio off and the ignition on will start auto play When the disc is inserted the CD symbol will be displayed If you select an EQ setting for your CD it will be activated each time you play a CD As each new track starts to play the track number will appear on the display If CHECK CD appears on the radio display and the disc comes out it could be one of the following The road is too rough The disc should play when the road is smoother The disc is dirty scratched wet or upside down The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected please contact your dealer If your radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem pp 1 Press and hold this button to advance quickly within a track Release it to play the passage You will hear sound at a reduced volume The display will show elapsed time RDM 3 Press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequ
41. eject button for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio display will flash to show the indicator was reset Radio Calibration Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CAL appears on the display it means that your radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to the dealership for service 3 11 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System RDS If Equipped F rf 1 Wwe am g GaN If your vehicle is equipped with the Monsoon AM FM Stereo RDS with Compact Disc Player and Equalizer included are eight high performance speakers and a powerful eight channel amplifier The radio will display MONSOON when the radio or the ignition is turned on Please see your dealer for details 3 12 Playing the Radio PWR VOL Press this knob to turn the system on and off To increase volume turn the knob clockwise Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume SCV Your system has a feature called Speed Compensated Volume SCV With SCV your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive Set the volume at the desired level Press this button to select MIN MED or MAX Each choice allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any particular speed The volume
42. for up to two minutes when the horn symbol on the transmitter is pressed The interior lamps will come on and remain on while the horn is sounding and the lamps are flashing The horn and lamps can be turned off by pressing the horn symbol button again or by turning the ignition to ON Programmable Horn Chirp When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to lock the doors or use the delayed locking feature the parking lamps will flash and the horn will chirp The programmable horn chirp can be disabled by pressing and holding either of the door lock switches in the unlock position for 10 seconds with the ignition ON and all of the doors closed When you hear the horn chirp programming is complete To reactivate the horn chirp feature repeat the above procedure Radio Personalization Your vehicle can store different radio preset stations and other settings depending on which remote keyless entry transmitter is used to unlock the doors The radio will recall all the stored settings associated with that transmitter Any radio setting changes will be assigned to the transmitter last used to unlock the doors See Personal Choice Radio Controls in the Index for more information This feature can be disabled by your dealer See your dealer for more information Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transm
43. 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 the 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 ROADSID
44. i This can happen if the road is wet enough and you re TE you deive too micky ronka deep puddles or going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning standing water water can come in through your it has little or no contact with the road 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 4 19 Driving Through Flowing Water Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a 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 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 by road spray gt Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires in the Index 4 20 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 drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic sig
45. is equipped with the AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System and Programmable Equalization l 2 3 Turn the ignition to ON or ACC Turn the radio off Press and hold the CD TAPE button for five seconds READY will appear on the display for five seconds Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer s recommended cleaning time When the cleaning cassette has been ejected the broken tape detection feature is active again You may also choose a non scrubbing action wet type cleaner which uses a cassette with a 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 the cassette eject symbol or EJT button for five seconds to reset the CLEAN or CLN indicator The radio will display CLEANED or 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 3 33 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
46. kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In 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 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 Anchor the top strap to one of these anchor points Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say 1 44 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System Your vehicle may have the LATCH system You ll find anchors A in the rear outside seat positions on e 7 In order to use the system you need either a forward facing child restraint that has attaching points B at its base and a top tether anchor C or a rear facing child restraint that has attaching points B as shown here If a LATCH type child restraint isn t attached to its anchorage points the restraint won t be able to protect a child sitting there In a
47. load you should spread it out Don t carry more than 132 Ibs 60 kg in your trunk Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Things you put inside your vehicle can strike GVWR or either the maximum front or rear and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can a crash break and it can change the way your vehicle e Put things in the trunk of your vehicle In a handles These could cause you to lose control trunk put them as far forward as you can and crash Also overloading can shorten the life Try to spread the weight evenly of your vehicle 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 leave a seat folded down unless you need to 4 33 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 Do not tow a tra
48. 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 ears This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Seatback Latches 2 Door Models The front seatbacks fold forward to let people get into the back seat The seatback latch is designed for one handed operation To fold a front seatback forward lift the seatback latch fully without pushing forward on the seatback to unlock it Then fold the seatback forward Push the seatback to its original position and the seatback will lock 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 s
49. nearest you Q What s wrong with this 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 The shoulder belt is worn under the arm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times 1 19 Q What s wrong with this CY 3 Z Oe X in Dand De py al The belt is twisted across the body 1 20 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 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 The be
50. pressure problem this light will stay on after you start your engine or come on and you will hear a chime when you are driving This indicates that your engine is not receiving enough oil The engine could be low on oil or could have some other oil problem Have it fixed immediately When the ignition is on but the engine is not running the light will come on as a test to show you it is working but the light will go out when the engine is running 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 66 Don t keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon 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 Light If Equipped If your vehicle is equipped with a 3400 V6 engine then you will have a LOW OIL light on your instrument panel cluster LOW OIL This light will come on briefly when you start your vehicle If the light stays on after starting your vehicle or comes on and chimes while you are driving your engine oil level should be checked Prior to checking the oil level be sure your vehicle has been shut off for several minutes and is on a level surface Check the oil level on your dipstick and bring it to t
51. 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 27 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 be careful 4 28 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 b
52. read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properly And because you have anti lock brakes do not try to tap into your vehicle s brake system If you do both 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 4 37 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 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 r
53. red area The system will bring in outside air heat it and send it to the floor outlets Your vehicle has heat ducts that are directed toward the rear seat Keep the area under the front seats clear of objects so that the heated air can reach the rear seat passengers 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 Defogging and Defrosting Windows Your system has two settings for clearing the front and side windows For each setting adjust the temperature control as desired To defrost the front window quickly turn the temperature knob all the way in the red area Use FRONT DEFROSTER and adjust the fan to the highest speed To warm passengers while keeping the front window clean use DEFOG Your vehicle is equipped with side window defogger vents The side window defogger vents are located on the outside of the side instrument panel vents To defrost the side windows turn the temperature knob all the way in the red area Use FLOOR and adjust the fan to the highest speed To control fogging of the windows turn the temperature knob all the way in the red area Use DEFOG and adjust the fan to the highest speed To defog the side windows while using air conditioning use BI LEVEL and ad
54. seat is locked in place To move the power lift seat forward or rearward pull up on the lever located under the front of the driver s seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place To raise or lower the power lift seat hold the switch located on the outboard side of the driver s seat up or down The power seat control is located on the outboard side of the driver s seat This control allows you to move the seat up down forward or backward It will also move the front or rear of the seat cushion up or down Move the seat forward or rearward by pushing the control towards the front or rear of the vehicle Raise or lower the entire seat cushion by holding the control up or down Raise or lower the front of the seat cushion by holding the front of the control up or down Raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion by holding the rear of the control up or down Turn the knob located on the inboard side of the driver s seat cushion clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust support of the lower back To adjust the seatback lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat and move the seatback to where you want it Release the lever to lock the seatback Pull up on the lever and the seatback will go to an upright position Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in
55. see Service and Owner Publications in the Index For up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an air bag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it inflates Avoid wires wrapped with yellow tape or yellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The air bag system does not need regular maintenance 1 28 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 on 7 Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 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 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops
56. stays The coolant surge tank is located on the passenger s LOW on it means you re low side of the engine compartment See Engine COOLANT on engine coolant Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location See Low Coolant Warning Light in the Index 6 23 Adding Coolant Power Steering Fluid If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the surge tank but only when the engine is cool You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot prats rnd engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight 6 24 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 On the 2 4L L4 engine the power steering fluid reservoir is located on the driver s side of the engine compartment On the 3400 V6 engine the power steering fluid reservoir is located on the passenger s side of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on 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 cl
57. still on have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index 2 59 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 several three seconds That s normal If the light stays on turn the ignition to OFF Or if the light comes on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays on or comes on again while you re driving your vehicle needs service If the regular brake system warning light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti lock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on you don t have anti lock brakes and there s a problem with your regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light earlier in this section The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON 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 60 Enhanced Traction System Warning Light With the Enhanced Traction System ETS this warning light should come on briefly as you Start the engine TRAC OFF If the warning light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the warning light stays on or comes on when you re driving t
58. system inspected and repaired 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 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 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 6 21 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
59. t your engine might not perform properly 2 21 La MIRC st PED ARS 3400 V6 Engine 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 2 4L L4 Engine 2 22 To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord On the 2 4L L4 engine the engine coolant heater cord is located in front of the engine coolant surge tank On the 3400 V6 engine the engine coolant heater cord is located near the engine air cleaner filter 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 a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving 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 everyt
60. 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 23 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 24 Winter Driving Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing
61. the button To increase your speed in very small amounts press the RES ACCEL button for less than half a second 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 turn on the cruise control by pushing the SET COAST button 2 41 Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control Push the SET COAST button until you reach the lower speed you want then release it To slow down in very small amounts push the SET COAST button for less than half a second Each time you do this youll go 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 your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed 2 42 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 Out of Cruise Control There are four ways to turn off the cr
62. the vehicle to your dealer and have it repaired as soon as possible 7 15 Hydraulic Clutch System Check Check the fluid level in the clutch reservoir See Hydraulic Clutch Fluid in the Index A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired at once 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 the door hinges and latches including those for the hood and the trunk lid Part D tells you what to use More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment 7 16 Starter Switch 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 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake in the Index if necessary NOTE Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 Try to start the engine in each gear The starter should work only in PARK P or NEUTRAL N If the starter works in any other position your vehicle needs service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control 3 With the engine off turn the key to the ON position System Check but don t start the engine Without applying the regular
63. the weather road and traffic conditions let you For the best fuel economy accelerate slowly and shift when the light comes on Parking Brake To set the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Pull up on the parking brake handle If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on 2 29 To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down Pull the parking brake handle up until you can press the release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake handle all the way down NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle If you are towing a trailer and are parking on a hill see Towing a Trailer in the Index That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving 2 30 Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only 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 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 use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the park
64. tire chain clearance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index for more information Used Replacement Wheels 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 an accident If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel 6 43 Tire Chains NOTICE If your vehicle has P225 50R16 size tires don t use tire chains They can damage your vehicle because there s not enough clearance 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 NOTICE Continued 6 44 NOTICE Continued If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the front tires If you have other tires use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size 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 manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues
65. traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics 6 41 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 6 42 Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed However if you notice unusual tire wear or your
66. unlock when the shift lever is moved to PARK P on vehicles with an automatic transaxle or to REVERSE R on vehicles with a manual transaxle and the key is turned to OFF Customizing the Automatic Door Locks One of four operating modes may be selected and programmed by the driver on vehicles with an automatic transaxle Mode 1 All doors automatically lock when the transaxle is shifted out of PARK P The doors will remain locked unless manually unlocked or the lock button is pressed All doors will unlock when the transaxle is shifted into PARK P and the key is turned to OFF Mode 2 This mode is only available with the remote keyless entry transmitter All doors automatically lock when the transaxle is shifted out of PARK P Automatic driver s door only unlock when the transaxle is shifted into PARK P and the key is turned to OFF Mode 3 All doors automatically lock when the transaxle is shifted out of PARK P No automatic door unlock Mode 4 No automatic door lock or unlock One of the four operating modes may be selected and programmed by the driver on vehicles with a manual transaxle Mode 1 All doors automatically lock when the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h The doors will remain locked unless manually unlocked or the lock button is pressed All doors will unlock when the transaxle is shifted into REVERSE R and the key is turned to OFF Mode 2 This mode is only available with the
67. used to turn on and off Program Type PTY select The P TYPE icon will appear on the display and the SELECT LED indicator next to the SELECT knob will light The last selected PTY will appear on the display for five seconds Turn the SELECT knob to select the PTY you want to listen to Press SEEK or SCAN and the radio will search for an RDS station that is broadcasting the PTY that you have selected The last PTY selected will be used for seek or scan modes When SELECT LED is on and a P TYPE is not displayed the first time seek is pressed the last selected P TYPE will be displayed Press the SEEK button again to seek If a station with the selected PTY is not found NOT FOUND will appear on the display 3 16 To use the PROG TYPE interrupt feature press and hold this button until you hear a beep on the PTY you want to interrupt An asterisk will appear next to the PTY name example CLASSICAL The radio will also display brackets around the P TYPE icon when the P TYPE interrupt is active To disable the P TYPE interrupt select the interrupt format and press and hold the P TYPE button until you hear a beep The asterisk will be removed from the display and so will the brackets When you are listening to a cassette or compact disc the last selected RDS FM station will interrupt play if that selected PTY format is broadcast PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite Program Types PTYs These b
68. 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 be 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 Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher It is recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association AAMA and endorsed by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Manufacturer
69. will appear on the display Press and hold MIN until the correct minute appears The clock may be set with the ignition on or off To set the clock to the time of an FM station broadcasting Radio Data System RDS information press and hold HR and MIN at the same time for two seconds until UPDATED and the clock symbol appear on the display If the time is not available from the station NO UPDATE will appear on the display instead AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player Playing the Radio PWR VOL Press this knob to turn the system on and off To increase volume turn the knob clockwise Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume RCL Press this knob to recall the station being played to recall if the tape player is active or to display the clock Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Turn this knob to choose radio stations SEEK Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there The radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only SCAN Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds until you hear a beep Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds and flash the station frequency then go on to the next station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning The radio will scan to sta
70. 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 Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch you can turn it to four different positions OFF A This is the only position from which you can remove the key With an automatic transaxle the shift lever must be in PARK P with the ignition in OFF to remove the key With a manual transaxle the shift lever must be in REVERSE R with the ignition in OFF to remove the key A warning chime will sound if you open the driver s door when the ignition is off and the key is in the ignition 2 19 NOTICE If your key seems stuck in OFF and you can t turn it be sure you are using the correct key if so is it all the way in 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 ACC Accessory B This position unlocks the transaxle It also lets you use things like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is not running To use ACC turn the key clockwise to the first position Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed but never try to push start your vehicle ON C This position is where the key returns to after y
71. 0 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 simply 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 6 37 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 6 38 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
72. 2 4L L4 Engine 20 0 2 4 Liters 3400 V6 Engine 3 4 Liters Firing Order 2 4L L4 Engine 00 00000 1 3 4 2 3400 V6 Engine 1 2 3 4 5 6 Horsepower 2 4L L4 Engine 00 0000 0000 150 3400 V6 Engine SE model 170 3400 V6 Engine GT model 175 Wheel Nut Torque 100 Ib ft 140 N m Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Engine Air Cleaner Filter DALLA ose casaw cade oy eee anees A 1279C 3400 V6 eee eee eee A 1279C Engine Oil Filter ZALLA ee PF 44 MOO VO sce de eres Malet dee Cae dad PF 47 Spark Plugs 2 4L L4 000 41 963 Platinum Plug Gap 0 050 inch 1 27 mm 3400 V6 41 940 Platinum Plug Gap 0 060 inch 1 52 mm PCV Valve iiic5 6 5 ee eds bik oa be ES CV892C Windshield Wiper Blades VY Peis 44 awk has ie eed aes kG Shepherd s Hook Passenger s Side 17 inches 43 cm Driver s Side 22 inches 56 cm ACDelco part number Vehicle Dimensions Lensth 24 24 6646 nee eo es 186 5 inches 474 2 cm Width 0 08 70 4 inches 178 7 cm Height 54 5 inches 138 4 cm Wheelbase 107 1 inches 271 9 cm Front Tread 59 1 inches 150 0 cm Rear Tread 59 4 inches 150 7 cm 6 61 y Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle Your
73. 3 NOTICE In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts So use the recommended coolant dh CAUTION in ih mg Bove cents 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 1 You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about two or two and one half turns If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop This will allow any pressure still left to be vented out the discharge hose 5 14 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and 3 Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper remove it mixture to the FULL COLD mark 4 With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark 5 16 dk CAUTION 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight Check the level in the surge tank when the cooling system has cooled down If th
74. ANTS VEHICLE CAP WT FRT CTR RR TOTAL LBS KG MAX LOADING amp GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT XXX COLD TIRE TIRE SIZE SPEED PRESSURE RTG PSI KPa FRT RR SPA IF TIRES ARE HOT ADD 4PSI 28KPa SEE OWNER S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry The Tire Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the driver s door 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 that you can carry This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options 4 32 EJ MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWRFRT GAWR RR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI CABLE U S FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY BUMPER AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE The other label is the Certification label found on the rear edge of the driver s door It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the 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 And if you do have a heavy
75. Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like 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 22 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 Checking Coolant Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark or a little higher If the LOW COOLANT light comes on and
76. Body Function Control Module Cluster Climate Control System 6 57 Maxifuses NA Wn f 8 Mini Relays 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Micro Relays 16 17 6 58 Usage Anti Lock Brakes Ignition Switch Not Used Left Electrical Center Power Seats Power Mirrors Door Locks Trunk Release Audio Amplifier Remote Lock Control Cooling Fan 1 Usage Rear Defog Not Used Not Used Cooling Fan 1 HVAC Blower Climate Control Cooling Fan 2 Cooling Fan Usage Air Conditioning Compressor Not Used Micro Relays 18 19 20 21 22 Minifuses 23 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 Usage Fuel Pump Automatic Light Control Automatic Light Control Horm Daytime Running Lamps Usage Spare Fuse Holder Rear Defog Accessory Power Outlets Cigarette Lighter Not Used Not Used Air Conditioning Compressor Body Function Control Module Automatic Transaxle Powertrain Control Module Anti Lock Brakes Variable Effort Steering Ignition System Minifuses 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 Usage Back Up Lamps Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock Horn Powertrain Control Module Parking Lamps Climate Control System Air Conditioning Canister Vent Valve Exhaust Oxygen Sensors Fuel Pump Injectors Generator Right Headlamp Left Headlamp Cooling Fan 2 HVAC Blower Climate Control Not Used Cooling Fan 2 Ground Fuse Puller for Mini Fuses Not Used
77. CAUTION Continued For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 Ib 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 are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint 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 restra
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79. Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 4 35 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 36 If you re using a weight carrying hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B If you have a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 12 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items 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 Certification label at the rear edge of the driver s door or see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Then be s
80. Care and Materials in the Index 6 45 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 Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric 1 Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt 2 Always clean a whole trim panel or section Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines 3 Mix powdered cleaner following the directions on the container label to form thick suds 4 Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge Don t saturate the material and don t rub it roughly 5 As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to remove the suds 6 46 6 7 Wipe cleaned area with a clean damp towel or cloth Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 4 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water If a stain remains follow the Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner instructions described earlier If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treat
81. 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 have the Enhanced Traction System remember It helps avoid only the acceleration skid If you do not have the Enhanced Traction System or if the system is off then an acc
82. E 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 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 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
83. 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 Seat Controls 1 31 1 8 Safety Belts They re for Everyone 1 12 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About 1 34 Safety Belts and the Answers 1 35 1 13 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 39 1 14 Driver Position 1 55 1 21 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 58 1 22 Right Front Passenger Position 1 58 1 22 Supplemental Restraint System SRS 1 58 1 28 Rear Seat Passengers 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 about the seats how to adjust them and also about reclining seatbacks and head restraints Manual Seats 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 1 2 Lift the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the
84. ILEAGE SERVICED BY Scheduled Maintenance 52 500 Miles 87 500 km Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 60 000 Miles 100 000 km 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 DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 11 Scheduled Maintenance 75 000 Miles 125 000 km Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary MILEAGE An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 82 500 Miles 137 500 km SS Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper ACTUAL rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Re
85. 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 Automatic Transaxle Fluid It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to the dealership service department and have it repaired as soon as possible You may also have your fluid level checked by your dealer or service center when you have your oil 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 the fluid and filter do not require changing 6 19 NOTICE 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 v
86. 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 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
87. Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far you have driven since you last reset it The reset button is located next to the trip odometer To reset the trip odometer to zero press and hold the reset button for one to two seconds while the trip odometer is displayed Also by pressing this button for less than one second you can toggle between the odometer and the trip odometer Tachometer The tachometer shows your engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm NOTICE Do not run your engine at speeds in the red area or engine damage may occur 2 55 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 kn
88. System Automatic Transaxle Only 2 56 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 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 Manual Windows On a vehicle with manual windows use the window crank to open and close each window Power Windows If Equipped The power window switches are located on the armrest on the driver s door In addition each passenger door has a window switch Auto Down Switch The driver s window switch has an auto down feature Pull the top of the switch partway and the driver s window will open a small amount If the switch is pushed all the way the window will go all the way down To stop the window while it is lowering push the switch forward To raise the window push and hold the switch forward Lock Out Switch On four door models the driver s power window controls also include a lock out switch When the lock out switch is moved to the left with the red showing the driver and passengers will be able to use their window switches Move the lock out switch to the right to stop the passengers from using their window switches The driver can still control all the windows with the lock on 2 3 Keys Leaving children in a vehicle with the i
89. a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating There are three fuse blocks in your vehicle two instrument panel fuse blocks and the engine compartment fuse block Instrument Panel Fuse Blocks There are two fuse panels for your vehicle One is located on the driver s side of the instrument panel and the other is located on the passenger s side Instrument Panel Fuse Block Driver s Side A WIPER B TRUNK REL RADIO AMP C TURN LPS E AIR BAG F BFC BATT G PCM ACC H DR LOCK J STOP LPS Fuse WIPER TRUNK REL RADIO AMP TURN LPS D PWR MIRROR 1 IPC BFC ACC K HAZARD LPS RELAY H L IPC HVAC BATT DR UNLOCK 1 RELAY PEL DR LOCK DR UNLOCK OIL TIRE RESET gt RELAY B TRUN REL m ciRcuIT BRKR P PWR SEAT p F G he i J es Usage Windshield Wiper Motor Washer Pump Trunk Release Relay Motor Audio Amplifier Turn Signal Lamps Fuse PWR MIRROR AIR BAG BFC BATT PCM ACC DR LOCK IPC BFC ACC STOP LPS HAZARD LPS IPC HVAC BATT Circuit Breaker PWR SEAT Relay TRUNK REL DR UNLOCK DR LOCK DRIVER DR UNLOCK Usage Power Mirrors Air Bags Body Computer BFC PCM Door Lock Motors Cluster Body Computer BFC Stop Lamps Hazard Lamps HVAC Head Cluster Data Link Connector Usage Power Seats Usage Trunk Relay Door Unlock R
90. 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 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 h
91. ained 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 1 42 A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front 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 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 If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in
92. are running If the engine is overheating both fans should be running If they aren t your vehicle needs service 5 12 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at or above FULL COLD add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information 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 coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like 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 5 1
93. 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 14 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 is Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on two lane roads Reconsider before passing the next vehicle
94. as being used the compact disc or cassette will stay in the player and resume play at the point where it stopped INFO If the current station has a message INFO will appear on the display These text messages are from the RDS broadcaster to the listening public and may be general information such as artist and song title call in phone numbers etc Press this button to see the message If the whole message does not appear on the display parts of the message will appear every three seconds until the message is completed To scroll through the message at your own speed press the INFO button again for less than one second A new group of words will appear on the display Once the complete message has been displayed INFO will disappear from the display until another new message is received The old message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to If the INFO button is pressed when the INFO icon is not displayed and an old message has not been stored by the radio the radio will display NO INFO PROG TYPE This button is used to turn on and off Program Type PTY select The P TYPE icon will appear on the display and the SELECT LED indicator next to the SELECT knob will light The last selected PTY will appear on the display for five seconds Turn the SELECT knob to select the PTY you want to listen to Press SEEK or SCAN and the radio will search for an RDS station t
95. as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY Add three quarters full when it s very cold This washer fluid until the tank is full When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for 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 6 26 Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver s side of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index It is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid 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 too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the b
96. as you can Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems SERVICE ENGINE SOON 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 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 light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty This may also
97. ase handle located inside the trunk on the trunk latch This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle up 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 amodified 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 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 ignition and transaxle will be locked 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 2 17 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
98. at adjuster won t work after a crash the special part of the safety belt that goes through the seat to the adjuster may need to be replaced 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 2 2 Windows 2 33 Parking Your Vehicle Key Removal 2 4 Keys Manual Transaxle Models Only 2 6 Door Locks 2 33 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 11 Remote Keyless Entry System If Equipped 2 34 Engine Exhaust 2 14 Trunk 2 34 Running Your Engine While You re Parked 2 17 Theft Automatic Transaxle 2 18 Passlock 2 35 Tilt Wheel 2 19 New Vehicle Break In 2 36 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 2 19 Ignition Positions 2 43 Exterior Lamps 2 20 Starting Your Engine 2 46 Interior Lamps 2 22 Engine Coolant Heater Option 2 48 Mirrors 2 23 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 49 Storage Compartments 2 27 Manual Transaxle Operation 2 50 Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter If Equipped 2 29 Parking Brake 2 50 Sun Visors 2 30 Shifting Into PARK P 2 51 Sunroof Option Automatic Transaxle Only 2 52 The Instrument Panel Your 2 32 Shifting Out of PARK P Information
99. ator pedal THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 Shift into THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 the same way you do for SECOND 2 Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to NEUTRAL NEUTRAL Use this position when you start or idle your engine 2 28 REVERSE R To back up press down the clutch pedal and lift up on the ring on the shift lever to shift into REVERSE R Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal NOTICE Shift into REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped Shifting into REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving could damage your transaxle Also use REVERSE R along with the parking brakes for parking your vehicle Once the shift lever is in REVERSE R the ignition can be turned to OFF and the key removed Shift Speeds If you skip a gear when you downshift you could lose control of your vehicle You could injure yourself or others Don t shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift Up Shift Light Manual Transaxle If Equipped If you have a manual transaxle you may have a SHIFT light This light will show you when to shift to the next higher gear for the best fuel economy SHIFT When this light comes on you can shift to the next higher gear if
100. aver Your vehicle is equipped with a battery saver feature designed to protect your vehicle s battery When any interior lamp trunk mirror reading lamps dome lamp or glove box is left on when the ignition is turned off the battery saver system will automatically shut the lamp off after 20 minutes This will avoid draining the battery To reactivate the interior lamps do one of the following Lift the driver s door handle open any door press any remote keyless entry transmitter button if equipped press the power door lock switch press the remote trunk release or turn the lamp that was left on to off then to on again 2 47 Mirrors Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror This mirror can be adjusted two ways First to adjust the height of the mirror adjust the arm that connects the mirror to the windshield Then adjust the angle of the mirror by moving the mirror to a position that allows you to see out of the back window To reduce glare from any headlamps behind you move the lever toward you to the night position To return the mirror to the daytime position move the lever away from you Manual Remote Control Mirror The outside rearview mirror should be adjusted so you can see a little of the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position Adjust the driver s side outside mirror with the control lever on the driver s door To adjust your passenger s outside m
101. bably 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 Keep your Enhanced Traction System on It will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road Even though your vehicle has this system you ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions See Enhanced Traction System in the Index Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have the anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock in the Index 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
102. 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 Brakes ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start your engine or when you 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 Here s how anti lock works Let s say the road is wet 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 t
103. change your engine oil This is not based on mileage but on engine revolutions and engine operating temperature When the computer has calculated that the oil needs changing the GM Oil Life System will indicate that a change is necessary The mileage between oil and filter changes will vary depending on how you drive your vehicle usually between 3 000 miles 5 000 km and 12 500 miles 20 000 km since your last oil and filter change Under severe conditions the system may come on before 3 000 miles 5 000 km Never drive your vehicle more than 12 500 miles 20 000 km or 12 months whichever occurs first without an oil change The system won t detect dust in the oil So if you drive in a dusty area be sure to change your oil and filter every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or sooner Remember to reset the CHANGE OIL light whenever the oil is changed 6 17 How to Reset the Change Oil Light After changing the engine oil the system must be reset With the ignition key to ON engine not running push the RESET button located in the driver s side instrument panel fuse block The CHANGE OIL light will start to flash press and hold the RESET button again The reset is complete when you hear the chimes and the CHANGE OIL light goes out What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that 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 v
104. cratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package 6 31 Headlamps 2 Lift the headlamp assembly forward out of the mounting bracket 1 Lift up on the two retaining clips which secure the headlamp assembly 3 Turn the bulb assembly retainer counterclockwise one sixth of a turn and pull out the bulb assembly 4 Unclip the bulb assembly from the wiring harness 5 After replacing the bulb reverse Steps 1 through 4 to reinstall the bulb assembly and headlamp housing 6 32 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamp Bulb Replacement 1 Remove the headlamp assembly Refer to the removal procedure earlier in this section Turn the bulb assembly retainer and pull out the bulb Unclip the bulb assembly from the wiring harness When replacing the bulb be sure to properly align the bulb with the locating feature in the assembly Reverse Steps 1 through 2 to reinstall the bulb assembly Center High Mounted Stoplamp 1 Open the trunk lid and locate the center high mounted stoplamp on the inside of the lid 2 Use a T15 Torx screwdriver to remove the three screws 3 Gently remove and replace the bulb s 4 Reverse Steps 1 and 2 to reassemble the lamp 6 33 Rear Turn Signal and Stop Taillamp Bulb Replacement 1 Disconnect the cargo net in the trunk 2 Pull back the trunk trim 6 34 Remove the four wing nut bolts w
105. d 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 50 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 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 5 To tighten the belt pull its free end 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 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 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 part Ys about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure hy to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say
106. deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear 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 and how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal or near frontal impacts 1 25 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 side impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward those air bags Air bags should never be rega
107. den 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 person 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 Enhanced Traction System in the
108. 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 3 34 Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged If the mast should ever become slightly bent you can straighten it out by hand If the mast is badly bent as it might be by vandals you should replace it Check every once in a while to be sure the mast is still tightened to the fender If tightening is required tighten by hand then with a wrench one quarter turn Chime Level Adjustment The volume level of the vehicle s chime can be controlled by the radio To change the volume level press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition in ON and the radio power off The chime volume level will change from the normal level to loud and LOUD will be displayed on the radio To change back to the default or normal setting press and hold pushbutton 6 again The chime level will change from the loud level to normal and NORMAL will be displayed y Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here yov ll find information
109. 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 Drive in the highest gear possible 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 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 e 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 25 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 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 pro
110. down You ll shift down to the next gear and have more power NOTICE If your 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 25 THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but driving however 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 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 When towing a trailer so there is less shifting NOTICE between gears When going down a steep hill Don t drive in SECOND 2 for more than 25 miles 41 km or at speeds over 55 mph 88 km h or you can damage your transaxle 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 2 26 FIRST 1 This position gives you even more powe
111. dshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance Clean the 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 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
112. e 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 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads WW f ft i ML Hy yey IAT y 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 4 17 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 even people walking It s wise to keep your windshi
113. e coolant isn t at the proper level repeat Steps 1 to 3 and reinstall the pressure cap or see your dealer 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 the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go 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 17 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 a a Changing a tire can cause an injury The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people You a
114. e following A Engine Coolant Surge Tank D Engine Oil Dipstick G Battery B Power Steering Fluid Reservoir E Brake Fluid Reservoir H Windshield Washer C Engine Oil Fill Cap F Engine Air Cleaner Filter Fluid Reservoir Engine Oil If the LOW OIL light appears on the LOW instrument panel it OIL means you need to check your engine oil level right away 3400 V6 Engine Only For more information see LOW OIL light in the Index You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder 6 12 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 2 4L L4 Engine 3400 V6 Engine The engine oil dipstick handle is yellow The dipstick on the 2 4L L4 engine is located at the rear of the engine The dipstick on the 3400 V6 engine is located at the front of the engine behind the fan See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into 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 6 13 3400 V6 Engine shown 2 4L L4 Engine similar 6 14 When to Add Engine Oil I
115. e is driven one YY CHILD e B RESTRAINT ay TOP STRAP Ahi ANCHOR DOOR LOCK UNLOCK FASTEN SEAT BELTS POWER WINDOW A AIR BAG A These symbols have to do with your lamps MASTER SE LIGHTING SWITCH v To signals lt J D gt PARKING M LAMPS N HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING O LAMPS FOG LAMPS x D These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER ey em eof it WINDSHIELD WASHER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER VENTILATING FAN These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights ENGINE COOLANT ow fom BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM BRAKE O COOLANT al ENGINE OIL PRESSURE 7 ANTI LOCK Ges BRAKES Here are some other symbols you may see FUSE VY e LIGHTER oc HORN be a aa OWNER S MANUAL SERVICE MANUAL Service Station Guide Cooling 5 ystem Engine Oil Dipstick For See Section 5 a More Detailed Look at What s Under the Hood 2 4L L4 Engine See Section 6 Fuel Use unleaded only See Section 6 See Section 6 for octane ratings Spare Tire Pressure See Section 5 Secondary Hood Release See Section 6 P Tire Pressure Battery See Section 6 See Section 6 Engine Oil Dipstick 3400 V6 Engine Windshield Washer e Section Fluid See Section 6 Oil Viscosity Engine Oil See Section 6 y Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems
116. e radio display the tape won t play because of an error TIGHT TAPE is displayed when the tape is tight and the player can t turn the tape hubs Remove the tape Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil Turn the tape over and repeat If the hubs do not turn easily your tape may be damaged and should not be used in the player Try a new tape to make sure your player is working properly BROKEN TAPE is displayed when the tape is broken Try a new tape WRAPPED TAPE is displayed when the tape is wrapped around the tape head Attempt to get the cassette out Try a new tape If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected please contact your dealer If your radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem gt 1 Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape Press the button again to return to playing speed The radio will play the last selected station while the tape advances You may select stations during FWD operation by using TUNE While in FWD mode the display will show FREQ and FWD and two right arrows If the radio is playing a RDS station the display will show the station name and two right arrows 3 25 WA 2 Press this button to play the other side of the tape lt 4 4 Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly Press it again to return to playing sp
117. e 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 Recreational Vehicle Towing You can tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for use at your destination Be sure to use the proper towing equipment designed for recreational towing Follow the instructions for the towing equipment 4 29 Towing Your Vehicle from the Front There are two ways to tow your vehicle from the front To tow your vehicle with a dolly follow these steps 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Put the vehicle in PARK P for automatic transaxle and NEUTRAL for a manual transaxle 3 S
118. e 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 38 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 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 drivers 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 importa
119. eadlamp system when you need it 2 43 Automatic Light Control ALC When it is dark enough outside your Automatic Light Control ALC will turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the taillamps sidemarker parking lamps and the instrument panel lights The radio lights will also be dim Your vehicle is equipped with a light sensor on the top of the instrument panel under the defroster grill so be sure it is not covered which will cause the ALC system to be on whenever the ignition is on The ALC system may also be on when driving through a parking garage heavy overcast weather or a tunnel This is normal There is a delay in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the DRL and the ALC systems so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system The DRL and ALC systems will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than this delay 2 44 To idle your vehicle with the ALC system off set the parking brake while the ignition is off Then start the vehicle The ALC system will stay off until you release the parking brake As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it Headlamps Dim to Park If Equipped To turn the headlamps off when it is dark outside turn the headlamp control to the parking lamp position In this position the parking lamps sidemarke
120. ean then 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 FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and 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 Adding Washer Fluid Your vehicle has a low washer telltale that will come on in the instrument panel cluster when the washer fluid is low See Low Washer Light in the Index for more information 6 25 The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located on the NOTICE driver s side of the engine compartment towards the front of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index adani 8 water for m rei formaton Don t mix water with ready to use washer on location fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean
121. eat 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 28 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 Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear or with a manual transaxle between FIRST 1 or SECOND 2 and REVERSE R 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 rocking 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 leve
122. eatback to be sure it is locked Easy Entry Seat 2 Door Models Rear Seats The right front seat of your vehicle makes it easy for Folding the Rear Seat If Equipped people to get in and out of the rear seat o To fold down the rear seat do the following 1 Fold the right front seatback forward by lifting the seatback latch fully 1 Pull the release straps located in the trunk The right strap operates the passenger s side rear split seat The left strap operates the driver s side rear split seat 2 The seat will slide forward to allow someone to get into the rear seat area 3 Push the seatback upright to lock and slide the seat fully rearward to lock 4 The front passenger should try to move the seat to make sure the seat is locked into place 2 Fold the seatback down from the inside of the vehicle If an easy entry right front seat isn t locked it can move In a sudden stop or crash the person sitting there could be injured After you ve used To raise the seatback push the seatback up to return it to it be sure to push rearward on an easy entry seat its original position to be sure it is locked Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is latched securely in the fully upright position 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 Supp
123. ection also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects Canadian Roadside Assistance 0 Courtesy Transportation 1 Warranty Information 2 Reporting Safety Defects to the United 8 2 Pontiac Cares 8 9 8 3 What Makes Up Pontiac Cares 8 1 8 3 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 1 8 5 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone 8 1 TTY Users States Government 8 5 Customer Assistance Offices 8 12 Reporting Safety Defects to the 8 7 GM Mobility Program for Persons Canadian Government with Disabilities 8 13 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 8 8 Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program Pontiac Cares WPonTac 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 o
124. eed The radio will play the last selected station while the tape reverses You may select stations during REV operation by using TUNE DMO 6 Press this button to reduce background noise DOLBY NR ON will appear on the display Press it again to turn Dolby off 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 EQ Press EQ to select the desired preset equalization setting while playing a cassette The equalization will be automatically set whenever you play a cassette tape SEEK Press the up or down arrow to search for the next or previous selection on the tape Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for SEEK to work You can skip nine selections up or down on the tape Choose how many selections you want to skip Press the SEEK arrow that many times The number of selections to be skipped will appear on the display 3 26 SCAN Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for SCAN to work Use SCAN to listen to each selection for a few seconds The tape will go to the next selection stop for a few seconds then go on to the next selection Press this button again to stop scanning The sound will mute and
125. ehicle 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 Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel See Fuel 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 l
126. ehicle warranty Manual Transaxle Fluid It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to the dealership service department and have it repaired as soon as possible You may also have your fluid level checked by your dealer or service center when you have your oil changed 6 20 Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is self adjusting The clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with hydraulic clutch fluid It is not necessary to regularly check clutch fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system Adding fluid won t correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Check and What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your clutch master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid See Owner Checks and Services and Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index How to Check and Add Fluid You do not need to check the fluid level unless you suspect a clutch problem To check the fluid level take the cap off If the fluid reaches the top of the reservoir the fluid level is correct It isn t a good idea to top off your clutch fluid Adding fluid won t correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the
127. elay Door Lock Relay Driver s Door Unlock Relay 6 55 Instrument Panel Fuse Block Passenger s Side 6 56 SEE OTHER END CAP EE SRS a FOR FUSE PULLER amp SPARE FUSES A INST LPS B CRUISE SW LPS CRUISE SW coer D HVAC BLOWER al E CRUISE F FOG LPS a G INT LPS D cy PWR WNDW E C RELAY SEE OWNERS ce a FOG LPS MANUAL H RADIO BATT 1 SUNROOF cc E oO Fuse INST LPS CRUISE SW LPS CRUISE SW HVAC BLOWER CRUISE FOG LPS INT LPS RADIO BATT SUNROOF Circuit Breaker PWR WNDW Relay FOG LPS Usage Interior Lamp Dimming Steering Wheel Cruise Control Switch Lamps Steering Wheel Cruise Control Switches HVAC Blower Motor Cruise Control Fog Lamps Interior Courtesy Lamps Radio Power Sunroof Usage Power Windows Usage Fog Lamps Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver s side of the engine compartment near the battery N ion IS v ey oji y w en k oljen alk pS lon e 3 CF ee TEDIN A w We G7 38 O nN 2s N A N a Y ez S no co w w fey ej g Ls JLe JL r Ci JL2jos J4 UY Maxifuses Usage 1 Ignition Switch 2 Right Electrical Center Fog Lamps Radio Body Function Control Module Interior Lamps 3 Left Electrical Center Stop Lamps Hazard Lamps
128. eld 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 18 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 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 Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to water s surface there could be hydroplaning one side You could lose control of the vehicle Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There After driving through a large puddle of water or just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until best advice is to slow down when it is raining your brakes work normally Driving Through Deep Standing Water Hydroplaning NOTICE Hydroplaning is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water
129. eleration 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 15 Driving at Night 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 Here a
130. em P Cigarette Lighter I Hazard Warning Flashers Button Q Climate Control System R Audio System 2 53 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 how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economically 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 CHANGE SERVICE SERVICE OIL VEHICLE TRAC ENGINE Low SOON Low SOON COOLANT SECURITY Automatic Transaxle Cluster shown Manual Transaxle Cluster and Canada Cluster similar 2 54 Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour mph and kilometers per hour km h Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven in either miles used in the United States or kilometers used in Canada Your vehicle has a tamper resistant odometer The digital odometer will read 999 999 if someone tries to turn it back You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip
131. enance schedule is divided into five parts Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services shows 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 vehicle 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
132. ential order RDM and the track number will appear on the display 3 27 lt 4 4 Press and hold this button to reverse quickly within a track Release it to play the passage You will hear sound at a reduced volume The display will show elapsed time EQ Press EQ to select the desired preset equalization setting while playing a compact disc The equalization will be automatically set whenever you play a compact disc SEEK Press the down arrow while playing a CD to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played Press the up arrow to go to the next track If you hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the disc SCAN Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep Use SCAN to listen to each selection for a few seconds The disc will go to the next selection stop for a few seconds then go on to the next selection Press this button again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning SCAN and the track number will appear on the display 3 28 RCL Press this button to see how long the current track has been playing To change what is normally shown on the display track or elapsed time press the button until you see the display you want then hold the button until the display flashes While elapsed time is showing CD TIME will appear on the display AM
133. epending on the position on the tape PRE will appear on the display while the cassette player is in PREV mode Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for PREV to work The sound will mute while seeking 3 10 NEXT 2 Press this button or the right SEEK arrow to go to the next selection on the tape NXT will appear on the display while the cassette player is in NEXT mode Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for NEXT to work The sound will mute while seeking REV 3 Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly REV will appear on the display Press it again to return to playing speed The radio will play the last selected station while the tape reverses You may select stations during REV operation by using TUNE SEEK SCAN or PRESET SCAN FWD 4 Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape FWD will appear on the display Press the button again to return to playing speed The radio will play the last selected station while the tape advances You may select stations during FWD operation by using TUNE SEEK SCAN or PRESET SCAN SIDE 5 Press this button to play the other side of the tape RPT 6 Press this button once to hear a selection over again RPT will appear on the display The current selection will continue to repeat RPT will flash on the display while the cassette player is searching for the start of the selection
134. er for 50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer If this message appears on the display your 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 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 3 32 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 When using a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette it is normal for the cassette to eject because your unit is equipped with a broken tape detection feature and a cleaning cassette may appear as a broken tape To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected use the following steps If your vehicle is equipped with the AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player 1 Turn the ignition to ON or ACC 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press and hold the TAPE button for five seconds CAS will flash on the display for five seconds 4 Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette 5 Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer s recommended cleaning time If your vehicle
135. erature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires The 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 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
136. ered button with the SELECT LED and P TYPE icon indicator on the PTY you set will return 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton ALERT This type of announcement warns of national or local emergencies You will not be able to turn off alert announcements ALERT appears on the display when an alert announcement plays When an alert announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it even if the volume is muted or a cassette tape or compact disc is playing If the cassette tape or compact disc player is playing play will stop for the announcement and resume when the announcement is finished 3 24 This function will only work during actual emergency broadcasts and will not work during tests of the emergency broadcast system This feature is not supported by all RDS stations ALTERNATE FREQUENCY This RDS feature allows the radio to switch frequencies to the best quality station with the same programming AF is off by default from the factory Press and hold AM FM for two seconds to turn alternate frequency on or off AF ON or AF OFF will appear on the display and the radio will beep once The radio will not switch to other stations when AF is off Adjusting the Speakers BAL FADE This button adjusts balance and fade To adjust balance press this button until BAL appears on the display SELECT will appear on the display to show that the speakers can be adjusted Turn the SELECT knob clockwise for the right speak
137. ers and counterclockwise for the left speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers To adjust fade press this button until FAD appears on the display Turn the SELECT knob clockwise to adjust the sound to the front speakers and counterclockwise for the rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers Press and hold this button for two seconds to return both fade and balance to the middle position Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right If the ignition is on but the radio is off the tape can be inserted and will begin playing If you hear nothing but a garbled sound the tape may not be in squarely Press the eject symbol to remove the tape and start over While the tape is playing use the VOL FAD BAL TREB MID BASS EQ SEEK and SCAN controls just as you do for the radio The display will show TAPE and an arrow showing which side of the tape is playing The tape player automatically begins playing the other side when it reaches the end of the tape Your tape bias is set automatically when a metal or chrome tape is inserted If you want to insert a tape when the ignition is off first press the cassette eject symbol or the RCL knob If an error appears on th
138. ery 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 real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever 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 18 Engine Air Cleaner Filter The engine air cleaner filter is located on the driver s side of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location To check or replace the engine air cleaner filter do the following 1 Remove the screws that hold the cover on 2 Lift off the cover 3 Check or replace the engine air cleaner filter and reinstall the cover tightly Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index 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
139. es 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 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 36 Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire Loading Information label which is on the rear edge of the driver s door 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 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 42
140. ess entry system is equipped with a security system that prevents anyone from recording and playing back your signal The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver The receiver will not respond to a signal that has been sent to it more than once To resynchronize your transmitter and receiver follow these directions 1 Stand close to your vehicle 2 Press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the transmitter at the same time 3 Hold the buttons for seven seconds In this time the doors should lock and unlock once This confirms the resynchronization If the doors do not lock and unlock see your dealer for service Trunk To unlock the trunk from the outside insert the key and turn the trunk lock cylinder or use the remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped When closing the trunk close from the center to ensure it fully latches A CAUTION 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 lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid 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 outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls
141. et the parking brake and then remove the key On manual transaxle vehicles the shift lever must be in REVERSE R before removing the key 4 30 4 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing 5 Release the parking brake To tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground follow these steps 1 Position the vehicle to tow and then secure it 2 Turn the ignition switch to OFF 3 Set the parking brake 4 To prevent your battery from draining while towing remove the following fuses from the left side instrument panel fuse block WIPER PCM ACC and IPC BFC ACC See Instrument Panel Fuse Block Driver s Side in the Index for the location of these fuses 5 Turn the ignition switch to ACC 6 Shift your transaxle to NEUTRAL N 7 Release the parking brake Remember to reinstall the fuses once you reach your destination To reinstall a fuse do the following 1 Set the parking brake 2 Remove the key from the ignition switch 3 Put the fuse back in NOTICE Make sure that the towing speed does not exceed 65 mph 110 km h or your vehicle could be badly damaged Towing Your Vehicle from the Rear NOTICE Do not tow your vehicle from the rear Your vehicle could be badly damaged and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty 4 31 Loading Your Vehicle E TIRE LOADING INFORMATION OCCUP
142. f the oil is at or below the ADD line then you ll need to add at least one quart of oil But you must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For 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 upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged 2 4L L4 Engine The 2 4L L4 engine oil fill cap is located on the passenger s side of the engine compartment on the engine 3400 V6 Engine The 3400 V6 engine oil fill cap is on the front of the engine behind the radiator 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 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 t
143. following The road is too rough The disc should play when the road is smoother The disc is dirty scratched wet or upside down The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected please contact your dealer If your radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem pp 1 Press and hold this button to advance quickly within a track Release it to play the passage You will hear sound at a reduced volume The display will show elapsed time 3 18 RDM 3 Press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RDM and the track number will appear on the display lt 4 4 Press and hold this button to reverse quickly within a track Release it to play the passage You will hear sound at a reduced volume The display will show elapsed time EQ Press EQ to select the desired preset equalization setting while playing a compact disc The equalization will be automatically set whenever you play a compact disc SEEK Press the down arrow while playing a CD to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played Press the up arrow to go to the next track If you hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the disc SCAN Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for more than two second
144. ft of the steering wheel 2 46 Courtesy Lamp Control When the thumbwheel for the instrument panel intensity control is moved to the right the dome lamp and the mirror reading lamps if equipped will turn on Move the thumbwheel to the left to turn the lamps off Illuminated Entry Exit System When you lift the driver s door handle or open any door the lamps inside your vehicle will go on These lamps will fade out after about 10 seconds after all of the doors have been closed or when the ignition is turned to ON These lamps will also go on when you press the trunk release UNLOCK or the horn symbol button on the optional keyless entry system transmitter The lamps inside your vehicle will stay on for about 10 seconds after your key is removed from the ignition to provide an illuminated exit Mirror Reading Lamps Press the switch next to each lamp to turn them on and off Three Position Dome Lamp If Equipped The switch on this lamp has three positions The ON position will turn on the light The DOOR position will turn on the light whenever a door is opened or when the instrument panel intensity control thumbwheel is moved to the right The OFF position will shut off the lamp completely even when a door is opened Your vehicle may also have two reading lamps as part of the dome lamp Push the lens of either lamp to turn them on and off Trunk Lamp The trunk lamp comes on when you open your trunk Battery S
145. ft lever into the gear you wish Press the shift lever button before moving the shift lever See Shifting Out of PARK P later in this section REVERSE R Use this gear to back up NOTICE Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transaxle see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NEUTRAL N In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing running at high speed is dangerous Unless your 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 all the way
146. g wheel spin when you press the button to turn the system off the warning light will come on but the system won t turn off right away It will wait until there s no longer a current need to limit wheel spin You can turn the system back on at any time by pressing the button again The Enhanced Traction System warning light should go off 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 If Equipped This steering system provides lighter steering effort for parking and at low vehicle speeds 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 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 ba
147. gnition 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 One key is used for the C gt ignition and all locks When a new vehicle is delivered the key has a bar coded key tag This tag may be removed by your dealer before it is delivered Each tag has a key code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep the tag in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have one made easily using this tag If you need a new key go to your dealer for the correct key code NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft therefore you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in So be sure you have extra keys See Roadside Assistance in the Index for more information Door Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key or remote keyless entry A CAUTION system if your vehicle is equipped with this feature Unlocked doors can be dangerous e Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle When a door is locked the handle won t open it You increase the chance of being th
148. hat 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 NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline 8 12 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 13 2001 PONTIAC SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation a
149. hat is broadcasting the PTY that you have selected The last PTY selected will be used for seek or scan modes When SELECT LED is on and a P TYPE is not displayed the first time seek is pressed the last selected P TYPE will be displayed Press the SEEK button again to seek If a station with the selected PTY is not found NOT FOUND will appear on the display To use the PROG TYPE interrupt feature press and hold this button until you hear a beep on the PTY you want to interrupt An asterisk will appear next to the PTY name example CLASSICAL The radio will also display brackets around the P TYPE icon when the P TYPE interrupt is active To disable the P TYPE interrupt select the interrupt format and press and hold the P TYPE button until you hear a beep The asterisk will be removed from the display and so will the brackets When you are listening to a cassette or compact disc the last selected RDS FM station will interrupt play if that selected PTY format is broadcast 3 23 PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite Program Types PTYs These buttons have factory PTY presets You can set up to 12 PTYs six FM1 and six FM2 by performing the following steps 1 Press AM FM to select FM1 or FM2 2 Press PROG TYPE if it is not already on 3 Turn the SELECT knob to select a PROG TYPE A Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons until you hear a beep Whenever you press that numb
150. he ignition It will also stay on or come on and a chime will sound if the windshield washer fluid reservoir is less than one third full Service Vehicle Soon Light This light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition SERVICE VEHICLE SOON It will stay on or come on and a chime will sound if it detects a problem on the vehicle such as a Daytime Running Lamps DRL or an Automatic Light Control ALC malfunction If this happens see your dealer as soon as possible Fuel Gage WIJN SHD QY l D S oF BB 00 2B FUEL FILLS United States Canada Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is on When the indicator nears empty the light will come on and you will hear a chime You still have a little fuel left but you should get more soon Here are four things that some owners ask about None of these show a problem with your fuel gage At the service station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up The gage goes back to empty when you turn off the ignition 2 69 y Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section you ll find out how t
151. he proper level See Engine Oil in the Index A false LOW OIL light may be generated when parking on steep grades The oil level monitoring system only checks oil level during the brief period between when the key is on and the engine is cranking 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 Change Oil Light The CHANGE OIL light should come on briefly as a bulb check when you start the engine If the light doesn t come on have it serviced CHANGE OIL If the CHANGE OIL light comes on and stays on after you start the engine have the oil changed For additional information see Engine Oil When to Change in the Index To reset the Oil Life Monitor see Engine Oil Life Monitor in the Index 2 67 Security Light This light will come on when you turn the key to ON and will stay on until the vehicle starts SECURITY If you re driving and the security light comes on and remains on your Passlock system is not working properly Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock and you should see your dealer Cruise Light If Equipped The CRUISE light comes on whenever you set your cruise control CRUISE 2 68 Low Washer Light This light will come on briefly when you turn on t
152. he proper viscosity oil for your vehicle as shown in the following chart 6 16 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 As in the chart shown previously 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 NOTICE Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute 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 When to Change Engine Oil Your vehicle has a computer that lets you know when to
153. hen 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 cap back on turn it to the right Filling a Portable Fuel Container clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the NOTICE container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can If you need a new cap be sure to get the right be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others type Your dealer can get one for you If you get 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 the wrong type it may not fit properly This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and your fuel tank and emissions system may be damaged
154. here may be a problem with your Enhanced Traction System and your vehicle may need service When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly The Enhanced Traction System warning light may come on for the following reasons If you turn the system off by pressing the ETS button located on the instrument panel above the audio system 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 The warning light will come on when you set your parking brake with the engine running and it will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully If the system is turned on and the warning light stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means there s a problem with the system If the traction control system is affected by an engine related problem the system will turn off and the warning light will come on If the vehicle is driven on a severely rough road the warning light may come on momentarily but will go off again when the vehicle leaves the rough surface If the Enhanced Traction System warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on and the parking brake is fully released your vehicle needs service Enhanced Traction System Active Light When your Enhanced Traction
155. hich fasten the taillamp lens to the vehicle Carefully remove the taillamp lens from the body and avoid scratching the paint or dropping it 5 Press the five tabs to release the plate from the lamp 6 To remove a bulb gently pull the bulb out from the socket Install a new bulb 8 Reverse Steps 3 through 6 to reassemble the taillamp Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking See Wiper Blade Check in the Index for more information Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways Here s how to remove the wiper blade 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 For the proper type and size see Capacities and Specifications in the Index 6 35 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 tir
156. hing 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 Your automatic transaxle has a shift lever located on the console between the seats 2 23 PARK P This position locks your front wheels It s the best position to use when you start your engine because your 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 P See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 2 24 Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You have to apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition key is in ON If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into PARK P and as you maintain brake application Then move the shi
157. iately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear The GT Series has four wheel disc brakes and the SE Series has front disc brakes and rear drum 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 If you have rear drum brakes they don t have wear indicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected immediately Also the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or changing When you have the front brake pads replaced have the rear brakes inspected too
158. ical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible Cleaning Aluminum 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 6 50 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 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 Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion
159. 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 1 47 Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed 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 If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 1 48 4 To tighten the belt pull up on the shoulder belt 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 5 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 1 49 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position y 7 You ll be using the lap belt Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the chil
160. ifficult to see through the windshield under 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 6 47 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 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 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 6 48 Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon Ami Powder non scratching glass cleaning powder GM Part No 1050011 The win
161. ight 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 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 system 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 65 Oil Pressure Light If you have a low engine oil
162. ighway 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 before 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
163. ignal multifunction lever Ps Turn the headlamp control to this symbol to turn on the following Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights D Turn the headlamp control to this symbol to turn on the following Headlamps Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Turning the headlamp control to AUTO will turn the headlamps taillamps and parking lamps on and off automatically while the ignition is on by sensing how dark it is outside For more information see Automatic Light Control later in this section Lamps On Reminder If you open the driver s door and turn off the ignition while leaving the lamps on you will hear a warning chime Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam push the turn signal multifunction lever away from you When the high beams are on a light on the instrument panel cluster also will be on if the ignition is in ON To change the headlamps from high beam to low beam pull the turn signal lever toward you 2 37 Flash to Pass This feature lets you use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass To use it pull the turn signal multifunction lever toward you until the high beam headlamps come on then release the lever to turn them off Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wiper
164. iler if your vehicle is equipped with a 2 4L L4 Code T engine 4 34 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 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 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 infor
165. in frequent braking 7 20 Brake System Inspection GT Series Only 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 You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE Fluids and lubricants identified below by name part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol of the proper viscosity To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle s engine see Engine Oil in the Index 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 Engine Coolant USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid Brake System GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid GM Optikleen Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Windshield Washer Solvent Hydraulic Clutch System Hydraulic Clutch Fluid GM Part No 12345347 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No 1052884 1 pint 1050017 1
166. 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 12 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 OFF ROAD RECOVERY edge of paved surface 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
167. ing Tips for Various Road Conditions Drunken Driving Recreational Vehicle Towing Control of a Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle Braking Towing a Trailer Steering Problems on the Road Hazard Warning Flashers Engine Overheating J ump Starting Changing a Flat Tire Towing Your Vehicle IfYou re Stuck iii iv Table of Contents cont d Service and Appearance Care Fuel Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Checking Fluids and Lubricants Tires and Wheels GM Oil Life System Appearance Care Engine Air Cleaner Filter Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers Brakes Capacities and Specifications Bulb Replacement Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Maintenance Schedule Scheduled Maintenance Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Owner Checks and Services Maintenance Records Periodic Maintenance Inspections y Table of Contents cont d Customer Assistance Information Customer Satisfaction Procedures Warranty Information See Warranty M anual Customer Assistance Offices Reporting Safety Defects on page 8 12 Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Service Publications Please refer to the last page of this manual for your Service Station Guide PONTIAC GENERAL MOTORS GM the GM Emblem PONTIAC the PONTIAC Emblem and the name GRAND AM are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation This manual includes the latest informati
168. ing brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P like this Hold in the button on the handle Push the handle all the way toward the front of the vehicle Turn the ignition key to OFF 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 Automatic Transaxle Only 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 your vehicle is in PARK P and your 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 button If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P 2 31 Torque Lock Automatic Transaxle 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 p
169. int 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 neck 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 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 res
170. ired EQ number Each time you press EQ or turn the SELECT knob another EQ setting will appear on the display 5 Press and hold the EQ button or push the SELECT knob to store the equalization preset You will hear a beep and EQ SAVED will appear on the display 6 Repeat the steps for each EQ setting EQ 5 has been programmed for use with talk radio but it can be preset to a different tone 3 21 Using RDS Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System RDS RDS is a system that sends data along with the audio of the FM station you are currently tuned to You can use RDS to display program information and to control your radio With RDS the radio can do the following e Seek only to stations with the types of programs you want to listen to seek to stations with traffic announcements receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies and receive and display messages from radio stations RDS is always on RDS features are only available for use on FM stations which broadcast RDS information The RDS features of your radio rely upon receiving specific RDS information from these stations These features will only work when the RDS information is available In rare cases a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens please contact the radio station 3 22 When you are tuned to an RDS station the station name
171. irror sit in the driver s seat and have a passenger adjust the mirror for you 2 48 Power Remote Control Mirror If Equipped This selector knob controls both outside rearview mirrors Select the mirror you want to adjust by turning the knob to the left or right Adjust each mirror so that you can see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position Turn the knob to the center to turn the remote control mirror off 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 the key to lock and unlock the glove box To open pull the glove box handle up Center Console Storage Area The center console has two separate storage areas The upper compartment which is also the armrest can be used to store maps gloves etc To open pull up on the front of the lid Rear Seat Cupholder Pull down the door on the rear of the center console to use the rear seat cupholder Convenience Net If Equipped Your vehicle may have a convenience net You ll see it just inside the back wall of the trunk Pu
172. itter 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 only four transmitters matched to it Battery Replacement Under normal use the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two 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 2 13 To replace the battery in the keyless entry transmitter 1 Use a thin coin to separate the bottom half from the top half of the transmitter 2 Remove the battery and replace it with the new one Make sure the positive side of the battery faces down Use one three volt CR2032 or equivalent type battery 3 Put the two halves back together Make sure the cover is on tightly so water won t get in 4 Resynchronize and then test the transmitter 2 14 Resynchronization Your keyl
173. just the fan to the highest speed and press the A C button so that the indicator light is glowing For added airflow to the side windows aim the side vents toward the windows and close the center vents Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window Press the defogger button The indicator light will glow The rear window defogger will turn itself off after about ten minutes after the first time the button is pressed and after five minutes each additional time the button is pressed You can turn the defogger off by pressing the button again or turning off the ignition Do not attach a temporary vehicle license across the defogger grid on the rear window 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 For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed use UPPER to direct outside air through your vehicle Your vehicle also has the flow through ventilation system 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 fan is running Recirculation of the air is automatic in MAX A C Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or
174. l Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 9 Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal 7 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery 10 Attach the 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 but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 11 Don t let the other end touch anything until the 12 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery 13 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service Jumper Cable Removal A Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part B Good Batt Start the vehicle with the good battery and run the HOR PALETY engine for a while C Dead Battery To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the heavy unpainted metal engine part on the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black nega
175. l Transaxle If Equipped This light comes on when you need to shift to the next higher gear See Manual Transaxle in the Index SHIFT 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 warning light comes on there is a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away race QC 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 United States Canada to an accident If the light is still on after you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have This light should come on briefly when you turn the vehicle towed for service the ignition key to ON If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s When the ignition is on the brake system warning light a prablem will also come on when you set your parking brake The If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the light will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor released it means you have a brake problem It may take longer to stop If the light is
176. l beep once The radio will not switch to other stations when AF is off Adjusting the Speakers BAL FADE This button adjusts balance and fade To adjust balance press this button until BAL appears on the display SELECT will appear on the display to show that the speakers can be adjusted Turn the SELECT knob clockwise for the right speakers and counterclockwise for the left speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers To adjust fade press this button until FAD appears on the display Turn the SELECT knob clockwise to adjust the sound to the front speakers and counterclockwise for the rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers Press and hold this button for two seconds to return both fade and balance to the middle position Playing a Compact Disc With the ignition on insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing If you want to insert a CD when the ignition is off first press the eject symbol or the RCL knob 3 17 Inserting a CD with the radio off and the ignition on will start auto play When the disc is inserted the CD symbol will be displayed If you select an EQ setting for your CD it will be activated each time you play a CD As each new track starts to play the track number will appear on the display If CHECK CD appears on the radio display and the disc comes out it could be one of the
177. l 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 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 system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s safety belt usage at deployment 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 NOTICE 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 AD Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle You don t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system To purchase a service manual
178. lemental 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 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 ki
179. level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use SCV select OFF Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Turn this knob to choose radio stations SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking The radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only SCAN Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds until the SCAN icon appears on the display and you hear a beep Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning The radio will scan to stations with a strong signal only PUSHBUTTONS 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 EQ to select the equalization Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until you hear a beep Whenever you press that numbered button the station you set will return and the equalization that you selected will also be automatically selected for that button 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton
180. ling 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 switch 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 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 vehicle 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 You can sound the horn by pressing the horn symbol on your steering wheel Tilt Wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you e
181. lled After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something or the instrument panel In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make such good sense 1 12 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers Q A 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 eve
182. longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right If the ignition is on but the radio is off the tape can be inserted and will begin playing If you hear nothing but a garbled sound the tape may not be in squarely Press the eject button to remove the tape and start over While the tape is playing use the VOL FAD BAL TRE BAS and SEEK controls just as you do for the radio The radio will display UP or the up arrow symbol if the top side of the tape is playing DN or the down arrow symbol will appear if the bottom side is playing If the player detects a tight or broken tape ERR error will appear on the display and the player will eject the tape The radio will go back to playing the last station selected If you want to insert a tape when the ignition is off first press the eject button or the RCL knob PREV 1 Press this button or the left SEEK arrow to go to the previous selection on the tape if the selection has been playing for less than three seconds If the PREV button or the left SEEK arrow is pressed and the current selection has been playing for more than 13 seconds it will go to the beginning of the current selection If the PREV button or the left SEEK arrow is pressed and the current selection has been playing from 3 to 13 seconds it will go to the beginning of the previous selection or the beginning of the current selection d
183. ls There is also technical information about your vehicle and a part devoted to its appearance care 6 2 Service 6 30 6 3 Fuel 6 31 6 5 Fuels in Foreign Countries 6 35 6 5 Filling Your Tank 6 36 6 7 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 6 45 6 8 Checking Things Under the Hood 6 45 6 12 Engine Oil 6 47 6 18 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 49 6 19 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 51 6 20 Manual Transaxle Fluid 6 52 6 20 Hydraulic Clutch 6 53 6 21 Engine Coolant 6 54 6 24 Power Steering Fluid 6 59 6 25 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 60 6 27 Brakes 6 61 Battery Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Care of Safety Belts Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle Finish Damage GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials Vehicle Identification Number VIN Electrical System Replacement Bulbs Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 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
184. m Active Light in the Index LOW TRAC You may feel or hear the system working but this is normal This light will also come on when the anti lock brake system is working 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 reengage the cruise control See Cruise Control in the Index 4 9 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 When the system is on and the parking brake is fully released this 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 prefer 4 10 To turn the system on or off press the ETS button on the the instrument panel When you turn the system off the Enhanced Traction System warning light will come on and stay on If the Enhanced Traction System is limitin
185. maged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever occurs first 6 51 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 1052918 8 oz 0 237 L or All Protectant Protects leather wood acrylics Plexiglas plastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels Interior Cleaner and floor mats See your General Motors Parts Department for these products For exterior use only See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Not recommended for use on instrument panels 6 52 Vehicle Identification Number VIN at SAMPLE4UX1M072675 au ea ASSEMBLY CODE MODEL YEAR PLANT 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 bottom of your spare tire cover It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is your VIN the model designation paint information and e
186. 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 and 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 Info
187. mation can be state or provincial police Consider using a sway control You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls 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 never weigh more than 1 000 Ibs 450 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 Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 In
188. ms normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage 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 Delco Electronics radio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly So before adding sound equipment check with your dealer and be sure to check Federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units 3 31 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 or CLEAN to indicate that you have used your tape play
189. n the ignition is in ON The sunroof can be opened to a vent position or it can be express opened all the way To open the sunroof to the vent position you must first open the sunshade by hand Then push the switch back and release it To fully open the sunroof push the switch back again and release it In both the vent and fully open positions the air flow can be adjusted for driving comfort by pushing and holding the switch forward until the sunroof moves to the desired position To close the sunroof push the switch forward and hold it until the sunroof is closed The sunroof will stop if the switch is released during operation Remember to close the sunshade by hand The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or closed if your vehicle has an electrical failure NOTICE Do not attempt to force the sunshade forward of the sliding glass panel Damage will occur and the sunroof may not open or close properly 2 51 The Instrument Panel Your Information System The main components of your instrument panel are the following A Fog Lamp Switch J Instrument Panel Fuse Blocks B Instrument Panel Intensity Control K Hood Release Handle C Turn Signal Multifunction Lever L Tilt Wheel Lever D Horn M Audio System Steering Wheel Controls E Instrument Panel Cluster If Equipped F Windshield Wiper Washer Lever N Cruise Control Switches If Equipped G Ignition Switch O SMEL Ever H Enhanced Traction Syst
190. n you release the button the washers will stop but the wipers will continue to wipe for about three times or will resume the speed you were using before Cruise Control If Equipped The cruise control buttons are located on the bottom of the steering wheel 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 25 mph 40 km h 2 39 The cruise control will turn off if any of the See Enhanced Traction System in the Index When following occur road conditions allow you to safely use it again you The brakes are applied may turn the cruise control back on the clutch pedal is applied manual transaxle Setting Cruise Control the parking brake is applied or the brake system warning light is on 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 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 in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes 1 Press the cruise control ON OFF button The in tire tracti
191. nals Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving Freeway 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 You 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 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 4 21 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 Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance
192. nd a number will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the left speakers L and a zero will appear on the display when the sound is balanced between the speakers Release the up or down arrow when you find the speaker balance you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached FADE Press and release AUDIO until FAD appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to move the sound to the front speakers or the down arrow to move the sound to the rear speakers F and a number will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the front speakers R and a number will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the rear speakers F and a zero will appear on the display when the sound is balanced between the speakers Release the up or down arrow when you find the speaker balance you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached To set BALANCE or FADE to the middle position select the desired speaker control Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep L and a zero or F and a zero will appear on the display To set all of the tone controls and speaker controls to the middle position end out of audio mode Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep CEN will appear on the display 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
193. nd servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check money order or credit card information to Helm Incorporated address below CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 2001 PONTIAC 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 the 2001 GM transmissions transaxles and transfer cases RETAIL SELL PRICE 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 PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM SHOWN ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE AND MAIL TO Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 OWNER S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly for Owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 20 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 15 00
194. nd 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 The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and 2 Put an automatic transaxle shift lever in change a tire PARK P or shift a manual transaxle to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R 3 Turn off the engine 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 18 Turn the wing nut counterclockwise and remove it Then lift off the spacer and remove the compact spare tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you ll need is in the trunk 4 Remove the jack and wheel wrench from the trunk 1 Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk J ci a sa aaa Your vehicle s jack and wheel wrench are stored in 2 Turn the center retainer nut on the compact spare a foam tray Remove the band around the jack tire cover counterclockwise to remove it Lift and remove the cover See Compact Spare Tire later in this section for more information about the compact spare 5 19 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Remove the wheel nut caps you may need to use the wheel wrench to loosen and remove them if your fingers do not fit into this small area The tools you
195. nder 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 surge tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down When the engine is cold the coolant level should be at or above FULL COLD If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system 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 NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty 5 11 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 If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fans
196. ng 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 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 6 40 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 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 temp
197. nked 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 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 11 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 suddenly 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
198. nsportation 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 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 Owne
199. nt to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working 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 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 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 for an automatic transaxle or into gear for a manual transaxle yet When parking uphill turn your wheels away from the curb When parking downhill turn your wheels into the curb 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load 4 39 4 Reapply the regular brakes Then apply your parking brake and shift into PARK P for an automatic transaxle or REVERSE R for a manual transaxle 5 Release the regular brakes When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while y
200. o 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 vehicle 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 Enhanced Traction System Your vehicle is equipped with 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 transaxle to limit wheel spin This light will come on when your Enhanced Traction System is limiting wheel spin See Enhanced Traction Syste
201. o operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle AAAA ALN WWW WWW WW WwW WwW gt a W Ww N P i O Comfort Controls Climate Control System with Air Conditioning Air Conditioning Heating Defogging and Defrosting Windows Rear Window Defogger Ventilation System Audio Systems Setting the Clock Setting the Clock for Systems with Radio Data System AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System RDS If Equipped AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System RDS If Equipped 3 29 3 29 P N W WWW WWW Ww WWWWW WW WwW RA HRN R RO Personal Choice Radio Controls If Equipped Theft Deterrent Feature Non RDS Radios If Equipped Theft Deterrent Feature RDS Radios If Equipped 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 Fixed Mast Antenna Chime Level Adjustment Comfort Controls With this system you can control the ventilation and heating in your vehicle Your vehicle also has the flow through ventilation system described later in this section Climate Control System with Air Conditioning
202. on 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 vi 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 features 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 co
203. on can cause needless wheel indicator on the button will turn on spinning and you could lose control Don t 2 Get up to the speed you want use cruise control on slippery roads 3 Press the SET COAST button and release it The CRUISE light on the instrument panel will come on If your vehicle is in cruise control when the enhanced 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal traction control system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage 2 40 Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your 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 you can press the cruise control RES ACCEL button for about half a second You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there If you press the RES ACCEL button longer than half a second the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the button or apply the brake So unless you want to go faster don t hold down the RES ACCEL button 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 the SET COAST button then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed Press the RES ACCEL button Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and then release
204. ons stop for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning presets PRESET SCAN will skip over presets where no station is being received at that time to prevent hearing static Setting the Tone TONE Press and release this button until the desired tone control BASS MID or TREB is found The SELECT LED indicator will light to show that the tone control can be adjusted When using BASS or MID turn the SELECT knob clockwise to increase bass Turn it counterclockwise to decrease bass When using TREB turn the SELECT knob clockwise to increase treble Turn it counterclockwise to decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To set all of the tone controls to the middle position press and hold TONE until FLAT appears on the display EQ This feature allows you to choose preset bass mid and treble equalization settings designed for different individual listening tastes Press EQ to select the desired preset equalization setting Each time you press EQ another setting will appear on the display You can preset up to six equalization settings by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Use the TONE button and the SELECT knob to select the desired equalization 3 Press and hold EQ for two seconds SELECT EQ will appear on the display The EQ icon will flash 4 Press EQ or turn the SELECT knob to select the des
205. ons 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 face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In 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 55 Q What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child
206. or from the outside If you don t cancel the security lock feature adults or older children who ride in the rear won t be able to open the rear door from the inside You should let adults and older children know how these security locks work and how to cancel the locks To cancel the rear door lock do the following 1 Unlock the door from the inside and open it from the outside 2 Move the switch down 3 Do the same for the other rear door The rear doors will now work normally 2 10 Anti Lockout Protection Anti Lockout Protection is a standard feature intended to provide enhanced security and convenience This feature prevents a driver who has left the keys in the ignition from locking the doors using the power door locks while any door is open To override this feature when the key is in the ignition and a door is open hold the power door lock switch for three seconds This feature cannot guarantee that you will 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 or if you use the remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped you could still lock your keys inside your vehicle Always remember to take your keys with you Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving your vehicle open your door and set the locks from the inside then get out and close the door Remote Keyless Entry System If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature
207. other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Storing the flat tire in the compact spare tire compartment Place the tire in the compartment then A Nut E Jack secure the adapter and the wing nut Place the cover and the nut on top of the flat tire Store the jack and the B Wing Nut F Tool Tray wrench in the foam tray C Adapter G Flat Tire D Wrench 5 25 Storing the Spare 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 someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire in the Index See the storage instructions label to reinstall your compact spare into your trunk properly 5 26 A Nut B Cover C Wing Nut D Adapter E Wrench F Jack G Tool Tray H Compact Spare Tire 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 i
208. ou Start your engine e 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 40 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 belt 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 Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating conditions See Engine Overheating in the Index Towing a Trailer 2 4L L4 Engine Your vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer if it is equipped with a 2 4L L4 Code T engine 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 10 Cooling System 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 17 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 3 Jump Starting 5 18 Changing a Flat Tire 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 27 Compact Spare Tire 5 8 Engine Overheating
209. ou start your engine and release the switch The switch stays in ON when the engine is running But even when the engine is not running you can use ON to operate your electrical power accessories and to display some instrument panel warning lights START D This position starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch will return to ON for normal driving 2 20 Retained Accessory Power RAP Your vehicle is equipped with a Retained Accessory Power RAP feature which will allow the radio to continue to work up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to OFF Your radio will work when the ignition key is in ON or ACC Once the key is turned from ON to OFF the radio will continue to work for up to 10 minutes or until the driver s door is opened Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle 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 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 Manual Transaxle The gear selector should be in NEUTRAL and the parking brake engaged Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine Your vehicle won t start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down that s a safety feature 1
210. 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 Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night 4 22 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 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 it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs
211. ow when there s a problem with your vehicle 2 56 When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow this manual s advice Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous So please get to know your warning lights and gages They re a big help Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to ON or START 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 AIR BAG 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 modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Air Bag in the Index 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 AIR BAG If the air bag readiness light stays on af
212. ower station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking The radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only 3 20 SCAN Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds until the SCAN icon appears on the display and you hear a beep Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning The radio will scan to stations with a strong signal only PUSHBUTTONS 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 EQ to select the equalization 5 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until you hear a beep Whenever you press that numbered button the station you set will return and the equalization that you selected will also be automatically selected for that button 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton PRESET SCAN Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for more than four seconds until the PSCAN icon and the preset number appear on the display You will hear a double beep Use PRESET SCAN to listen to each of your preset stations for a few seconds The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbutt
213. part of this manual called Children There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument AIR panel which shows B AG AIR BAG 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 1 23 How the Air Bag System Works The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument Wh oo ae panel on the passenger s side ere are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel 1 24 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 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 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 9 to 14 mph 14 to 23 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
214. place engine air cleaner filter ACTUAL SERVICED BY ERVICED BY An Emission Control Service MILEAGE SERVIC Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper o e E 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 12 Scheduled Maintenance 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Inspect spark plug wires except 2 4L Code T L4 engine An Emission Control Service MILEAGE i 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 service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing 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 a Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emis
215. 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 repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles da
216. quart or equivalent Manual DEXRON III Automatic Transaxle Transmission Fluid Automatic DEXRON III Automatic Transaxle Transmission Fluid Power Steering System 7 21 USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Multi Purpose Lubricant Hood and Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part Door Hinges Superlube GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent No 12346241 or equivalent Hood Latch Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol Weatherstrip Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Assembly GM Part No 12346293 or Conditioning Part No 12345579 or equivalent Secondary Latch equivalent or lubricant meeting Pivots Spring requirements of NLGI 2 Anchor and Category LB or GC LB Release Pawl 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 s
217. r but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the selector lever is put 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 can 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 Manual Transaxle Operation This is your shift pattern The clutch must be fully pressed in when shifting a manual transaxle to ensure the transaxle is fully in gear Here s how to operate your transaxle FIRST 1 Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST 1 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal You can shift into FIRST 1 when you are going less that 20 mph 32 km h If you have come to a complete stop and it is hard to shift into FIRST 1 put the shift lever into NEUTRAL and let up on the clutch Press the clutch pedal back down Then shift into FIRST 1 2 27 SECOND 2 Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND 2 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the acceler
218. r 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 Transportation 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 11 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 t
219. r lamps taillamps license plate lamps and instrument panel lights will be on but the headlamps will be off To turn on the headlamps along with the other lamps when it is dark outside turn the headlamp control to the AUTO or headlamp position Delayed Headlamps The delayed headlamps feature will continue to illuminate the headlamps for 20 seconds after the key is turned to OFF then the headlamps will automatically turn off To override the 20 second delayed headlamp feature while it is active turn the turn signal multifunction lever up one position and then back to AUTO Fog Lamps The button for your fog lamps is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel beside the instrument panel intensity control 0 When using the fog lamps the ignition must be on as well as the parking lamps or the low beam headlamps Push the button to turn the fog lamps on An indicator light on the button will glow when the fog lamps are on Push the button again to turn the fog lamps off The fog lamps will turn off whenever the high beam headlamps are turned on When the high beams are turned off the fog lamps will come on again 2 45 Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Intensity Control You can brighten or dim the instrument panel cluster lights by moving the thumbwheel to the right to increase intensity and to the left to decrease intensity The thumbwheel is located on the instrument panel to the le
220. r 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 Q If Pm a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A You may be an excellent driver but if yov 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 accidents 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 1 13 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
221. r 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 Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 8 Install the compact spare tire 9 Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 10 Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 5 23 11 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 lb ft 140 N m 5 24 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 NOTICE Wheel covers won t fit on your compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare you could damage the cover or the spare Storing the Flat Tire and Tools Storing a jack a tire or
222. rage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required This will reduce your inconvenience during watranty repairs Plan Ahead When Possible When your vehicle requires warranty service you should contact your dealer and request an appointment By scheduling a service 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 8 10 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 Tra
223. raint 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 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 restr
224. rake 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 6 27 race OC United States Canada When your brake fluid falls to a low level your brake warning light will come on See Brake System Warning Light in the Index What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Maintenance Schedule 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 6 28 With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE 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 Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immed
225. rded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions 1 26 What will you see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it quickly deflates 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 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 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 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 Air bags are designed to inflate only once After they inflate you l
226. re the radio will search for an RDS station that does support the feature When the traffic interrupt feature is on lt TRAF gt will appear on the display When a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station or a related network station you will hear it even if the volume is muted or a compact disc is playing If the compact disc player was being used the compact disc will stay in the player and resume play at the point where it stopped INFO If the current station has a message INFO will appear on the display These text messages are from the RDS broadcaster to the listening public and may be general information such as artist and song title call in phone numbers etc Press this button to see the message If the whole message does not appear on the display parts of the message will appear every three seconds until the message is completed To scroll through the message at your own speed press the INFO button again for less than one second 3 15 A new group of words will appear on the display Once the complete message has been displayed INFO will disappear from the display until another new message is received The old message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to If the INFO button is pressed when the INFO icon is not displayed and an old message has not been stored by the radio the radio will display NO INFO PROG TYPE This button is
227. re some tips on night driving Drive defensively Don t drink and drive 4 16 e Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you Since you can t see as 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 In remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also 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 headlamps Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicl
228. remote keyless entry transmitter All doors automatically lock when the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h Automatic driver s door only unlock when the transaxle is shifted into REVERSE R and the key is turned to OFF Mode 3 All doors automatically lock when the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h No automatic door unlock Mode 4 No automatic door lock or unlock When your vehicle was shipped from the factory it was programmed in Mode 1 To determine the current mode or to change to a different mode do the following 1 Put an automatic transaxle in PARK P or a manual transaxle in REVERSE R with the parking brake engaged and turn the ignition to ON Press and hold LOCK on the power door lock switch for 10 seconds Release the switch when you hear the chime Count the number of chimes you hear The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is in You can change the mode by pressing and holding LOCK on the power door lock switch two chimes for Mode 2 three chimes for Mode 3 and four chimes for Mode 4 Repeat Step 2 until you hear the number of chimes that matches the mode you want The mode you selected is now set Delayed Locking This feature will allow the driver to delay the actual locking of the vehicle This feature will not operate if the key is left in the ignition See Anti Lockout Protection later in this section When LOCK on the driver s power door lock s
229. result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test 2 63 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 64 If the light stops flashing and remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and drive the v
230. rheat warning 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 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 for an automatic transaxle or for a manual transaxle shift to FIFTH 5 or FOURTH 4 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 cools down You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away 5 10 Cooling System When you decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see A Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap B Electric Engine Cooling Fans An electric engine cooling fan u
231. right hold the transmitter higher and try again Check to determine if battery replacement or resynchronization is necessary See the instructions that follow If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service 2 11 Operation The following functions are available with the keyless entry system LOCK All doors will automatically lock when the LOCK button on the transmitter is pressed The interior lamps will turn off after all of the doors are closed If all of the doors are closed the parking lamps will flash twice and the horn will chirp to indicate locking has occurred UNLOCK The driver s door will unlock automatically when the UNLOCK button on the transmitter is pressed If the UNLOCK button is pressed again within five seconds all remaining doors will unlock The interior lamps will stay on for 10 seconds or until the ignition is turned on The parking lamps will flash twice to indicate unlocking has occurred 2 12 The trunk will unlock when the vehicle symbol on the transmitter is pressed as long as the trunk lockout is not engaged You can open the trunk with the transmitter when the vehicle speed is less than 2 mph 3 km h when the parking brake is engaged or when the ignition is off The interior lamps will come on for 10 seconds or until the ignition switch is turned to ON ie The horn will sound and the headlamps and the parking lamps will flash
232. rmation 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 Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100 000 miles 166 000 km should be performed after 100 000 miles 166 000 km at the same intervals The services shown at 150 000 miles 240 000 km should be performed at the same interval after 150 000 miles 240 000 km 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 vehicle 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 The system will show you when to change the oil usually between 3 000 miles
233. rode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty 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 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 fuel wouldn t be covered by your watranty 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 The tethered cap is behind a hinged door on the passenger s side of the vehicle While refueling hang the cap inside the fuel door To remove the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise The cap has a spring in it if you let go of the cap too soon it will spring back to the right 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 filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop T
234. row 3 30 PRESET Press this button to play a station you have programmed on the radio preset buttons If a cassette tape is playing press this button to play the other side of the tape If a compact disc is playing press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order Press this button again to turn off random play AM FM Press this button to choose AM FM1 or FM2 If a cassette tape or compact disc is playing it will stop and the radio will play 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 the radio is playing 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 see
235. rown 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 the inside you can lock or unlock the door by from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle pushing the manual lever forward or rearward whenever you leave it 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 With the power door locks you can unlock or lock all of the doors on your vehicle from the driver s or front passenger s door lock switch Push the top of the switch to unlock all of the doors Push the bottom of the switch to lock all the doors Programmable Automatic Door Locks Just close the doors and turn on the ignition All of the doors will lock when you move the shift lever out of PARK P to REVERSE R on vehicles with an automatic transaxle All of the doors will lock when the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h on vehicles with a manual transaxle If someone needs to get out while the vehicle is running have that person use the door lock When the door is closed again it will lock automatically when the vehicle reaches about 5 mph 8 km h All doors will automatically
236. running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan 5 Find the positive and negative terminals on each battery Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You don t need to add water to the 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 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 Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive and negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Don t get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 8 Don t let the other end touch meta
237. s level is set to the middle position Release the up or down arrow when you find the bass level you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached TREBLE Press and release AUDIO until TRE appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to increase treble T and a positive number will appear on the display Press and hold the down arrow to decrease treble T and a negative number will appear on the display T and a zero will appear on the display when the treble level is set to the middle position Release the up or down arrow when you find the treble level you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To set BASS or TREBLE to the middle position select the desired tone control Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep B and a zero or T and a zero will appear on the display To set all of the tone controls and speaker controls to the middle position end out of audio mode Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep CEN will appear on the display Adjusting the Speakers BALANCE Press and release AUDIO until BAL appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to move the sound to the right speakers or the down arrow to move the sound to the left speakers R and a number will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the right speakers L a
238. s Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection Gasolines meeting the AAMA specification could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasolines In Canada look for the Auto Makers Choice label on the fuel pump Canada Only Be sure the posted octane is at least 87 If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If it s bad enough it can damage your engine If you re using fuel rated at 87 octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking your engine needs service But don t worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you re accelerating or driving up a hill That s normal and you don t have to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid of pinging It s the heavy constant knock that means you have a problem If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards indicated on the underhood emission control label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If such fuels are 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 on your instrument panel may turn on and or your vehicle may fail a smog check test See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index If this occurs return to your authorized
239. s by moving the lever with the wiper symbol on it up or down 2 38 For a single wiper cycle push the lever down to MIST then release it For more cycles hold the lever down longer For steady wiping at low speed move the lever up to the LO position For high speed wiping move the lever up further to HI To stop the wipers move the lever to OFF You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes This can be very useful in light rain or snow Move the lever to INT then turn the inner band labeled INT ADJ and choose the delay you want Turn the inner band up for shorter delay times between wiper cycles Turn the band down for a longer delay time between wiper cycles Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow or ice can overload your wiper motor A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload Windshield Washer To wash your windshield push in the button at the end of the stalk until the washers begin 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 Whe
240. s clear 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 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system NOTICE If the other system isn t a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged 2 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 setting the parking brake Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries In addition it could save your radio 5 4 NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not
241. s 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 27 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow In order to 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 overh
242. s until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep Use SCAN to listen to each selection for a few seconds The disc will go to the next selection stop for a few seconds then go on to the next selection Press this button again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning SCAN and the track number will appear on the display RCL Press this button to see how long the current track has been playing To change what is normally shown on the display track or elapsed time press the button until you see the display you want then hold the button until the display flashes While elapsed time is showing CD TIME will appear on the display AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a disc is in the player CD AUX With a compact disc in the player and the radio playing press this button to play a compact disc Press AM FM to return to the radio when a compact disc is playing The inactive CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening The CD icon will appear on the display when a compact disc is loaded A Press this button to remove the disc The radio will play EJECT may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first Radio Calibration Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CALIBRATE appears on the display it means that your radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle
243. se write to the above address for quotation C U S Order Processing 6 00 C MasterCard 7 canaaan posia me a vsa anano Toa CUSTOMER S NAME ATTENTION m R iscover ae Account STREET ADDRESS NO P O BOX NUMBERS Number ary Check here if your billing address Expiration Ho go is different from your shipping Date mo yr address shown CUSTOMER SIGNATURE CITY STATE ZIP CODE DAYTIME TELEPHONE NO AREA CODE GM PON ORD99 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents obligation Allow ample time for delivery are to make checks payable in U S funds
244. 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 injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware
245. sion Control Service 7 13 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 7 14 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 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
246. ss EQ another setting will appear on the display You can preset up to six equalization settings by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Use the TONE button and the SELECT knob to select the desired equalization 3 Press and hold EQ for two seconds SELECT EQ will appear on the display The EQ icon will flash 3 14 4 Press EQ or turn the SELECT knob to select the desired EQ number Each time you press EQ or turn the SELECT knob another EQ setting will appear on the display 5 Press and hold the EQ button or push the SELECT knob to store the equalization preset You will hear a beep and EQ SAVED will appear on the display 6 Repeat the steps for each EQ setting EQ 5 has been programmed at the factory for use with talk radio but it can be preset to a different tone Using RDS Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System RDS RDS is a system that sends data along with the audio of the FM station you are currently tuned to You can use RDS to display program information and to control your radio With RDS the radio can do the following Seek only to stations with the types of programs you want to listen to seek to stations with traffic announcements receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies and receive and display messages from radio stations RDS is always on RDS features are only available for use on FM stations which broadcast RDS information
247. st 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 for 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 1 22 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 ejec
248. t small loads like grocery bags behind 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 2 49 Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter If Equipped To use the lighter just push it in all the way and let go NOTICE Don t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays If you do cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire causing damage NOTICE Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating If you do it won t be able to back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overheat damaging the lighter and the heating element 2 50 You can also remove the cigarette lighter to plug in additional accessories Be sure to follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical accessory you install Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also swing them to the side The visors also have extenders that you can pull out for added coverage Visor Vanity Mirror Swing down the sun visor and lift the cover to expose the vanity mirror Sunroof Option If your vehicle has a sunroof the switch is located on the headliner between the sun visors The sunroof will only operate whe
249. t 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 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 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 7 19 Brake System Inspection Except GT Series 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 Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks Inspect other brake parts including drums wheel cylinders calipers parking brake etc The parking brake is self adjusting and no manual adjustment is required You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result
250. t 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 system 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 58 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 belts 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 your se
251. ted 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 side or low speed frontal 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 properly whether or not there s an air bag for that person 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 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 CAUTION Continued 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
252. ter you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced 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 ON 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 57 Charging System Indicator Light The charging system indicator light will come on when you turn on the ignition but the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working When the engine is running the light should go out If it stays on or comes on while you are driving and you hear a chime you may have a problem with the electrical charging system It could indicate that you have a loose generator 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 58 Up Shift Light Manua
253. the radio settings will automatically adjust to where they were last set by the identified driver All vehicles are shipped with this feature on This feature can be disabled by your dealer if desired Theft Deterrent Feature Non RDS Radios If Equipped THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN If the radio is moved to a different vehicle it will not operate and LOC will be displayed With THEFTLOCK activated your radio will not operate if stolen Theft Deterrent Feature RDS Radios If Equipped THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN If the radio is moved to a different vehicle it will not operate and LOCKED will be displayed When the radio and vehicle are turned off the blinking red light indicates that THEFTLOCK is armed With THEFTLOCK activated your radio will not operate if stolen 3 29 Audio Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature you can control certain radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel SEEK Press the up arrow to tune to the next radio station and the down arrow to tune to the previous radio station If a cassette tape or compact disc is playing the player will advance with the up arrow and reverse with the down ar
254. the Index for further details 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 silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Manual Transaxle Check It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level Check for leaks A fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss Have the system inspected and repaired if needed Automatic Transaxle Inspection It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss Check for leaks If a leak occurs take
255. the area with a water baking soda solution 1 teaspoon 5 ml of baking soda to 1 cup 250 ml of lukewarm water Let dry Stains caused by candy ice cream mayonnaise chili sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows 1 2 Carefully scrape off excess stain First clean with cool water and allow to dry completely If a stain remains follow instructions for Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner 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 e 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 d
256. the belt very quickly out of the retractor 1 15 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 4 Door Models Before you begin to drive move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you 1 16 To move it down squeeze the release button and move the height adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without squeezing the release button to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder 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 A 4 The shoulder belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way 1 17 Q What s wrong with this The belt is buckled in the wrong place 1 18 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
257. tions with a strong signal only PRESET SCAN Use PRESET SCAN to listen to each of your preset stations for a few seconds Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for more than four seconds until you hear two beeps The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons except stations with weak reception stop for a few seconds and flash the station frequency then go on to the next preset station PRESET SCAN will only scan the six presets that are in the band selected Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning presets The channel number P1 through P6 will appear momentarily just before the frequency is displayed PUSHBUTTONS 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 A Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons until you hear a beep Whenever you press that numbered button the station you set will return 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone BASS Press and release AUDIO until BAS appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to increase bass B and a positive number will appear on the display Press and hold the down arrow to decrease bass B and a negative number will appear on the display B and a zero will appear on the display when the bas
258. tive cable from the negative terminal on the vehicle with good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance and Recreational Vehicle Towing in the Index Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage and a low coolant warning light on your vehicle s instrument panel See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage and Low Coolant Warning Light in the Index 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 NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine ove
259. to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Turn the guide and clip inward and in between the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop of the elastic cord exposed Center Passenger Position y 1 34 Lap Belt 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 To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 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
260. traint 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 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 rest
261. uise control Step lightly on the brake pedal Press the cruise control RES ACCEL button and the SET COAST buttons at the same time Press the cruise control ON OFF button Push the clutch pedal if you have a manual transaxle Erasing the Cruise Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition your cruise control set speed memory is erased Exterior Lamps Headlamps See Turn Signal Multifunction Lever in the Index Daytime Running Lamps 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 lights are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL system will make your high beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when the following conditions are met The ignition is on the headlamp switch is in the AUTO or parking lamps only position the light sensor detects daytime light the parking brake is released and the shift lever is not in PARK P on vehicles with an automatic transaxle only When the DRL system is on the taillamps sidemarker lamps parking lamps and instrument panel lights will not be illuminated unless you have turned the headlamp control to the parking lamp position As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular h
262. uld 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 vii Vehicle Damage Warnings Also in this book you will find these notices NOTICE These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle Viii 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 Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle Also see Warning Lights and Gages in the Index For example these symbols are used on an original battery 9 CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC BURNS AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES BATTERY ACID COULD w CAUSE SPARKOR ili FLAME EXPLODE BATTERY These symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever your vehicl
263. ull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock 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 32 Shifting Out of PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You have to apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in ON See Automatic Transaxle in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into PARK P as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish Press the shift lever button before moving the shift lever If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the ignition key to ACC 2 Apply and hold the regular brake until the end of Step 5 Shift to NEUTRAL N Turn the ignition key to START to start the vehicle Shift to the drive gear you want Ne Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can
264. ure 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 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 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 Does your trailer have its own brakes Be sure to
265. uts in the wrong replacement brake parts 6 30 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 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 Bulb Replacement This section describes bulb changing procedures for some of your interior and exterior lamps For bulb sizes see Replacement Bulbs in the Index For any bulbs not listed in this section contact your service department Halogen Bulbs Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or s
266. uttons have factory PTY presets You can set up to 12 PTYs six FM1 and six FM2 by performing the following steps 1 Press AM FM to select FM1 or FM2 2 Press PROG TYPE if it is not already on 3 Turn the SELECT knob to select a PROG TYPE A Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons until you hear a beep Whenever you press that numbered button with the SELECT LED and P TYPE icon indicator on the PTY you set will return 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton ALERT This type of announcement warns of national or local emergencies You will not be able to turn off alert announcements ALERT appears on the display when an alert announcement plays When an alert announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it even if the volume is muted or a cassette tape or compact disc is playing If the cassette tape or compact disc player is playing play will stop for the announcement and resume when the announcement is finished This function will only work during actual emergency broadcasts and will not work during tests of the emergency broadcast system This feature is not supported by all RDS stations ALTERNATE FREQUENCY This RDS feature allows the radio to switch frequencies to the best quality station with the same programming AF is off by default from the factory Press and hold AM FM for two seconds to turn alternate frequency on or off AF ON or AF OFF will appear on the display and the radio wil
267. 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 14 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 23 Part E Maintenance Record 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 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 maint
268. 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 need 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 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 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
269. will appear on the display instead of the frequency Most RDS stations provide their station name the time of day and a Program Type PTY for their current programming Some stations also provide the name of the current program TRAF Press this button to receive traffic announcements The traffic announcement brackets will appear on the display TRAF will appear on the display if the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements the radio will seek to a station that does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements it will stop lt TRAF gt will appear on the display If no station is found NO TRAFFIC will appear on the display Traffic Interrupt Feature Your radio can be programmed to interrupt the playback of a cassette tape CD or FM radio by enabling the traffic interrupt feature Press the TRAF button once to turn on the traffic feature if supported by the current tuned RDS station If the station does not support the traffic interrupt feature the radio will search for an RDS station that does support the feature When the traffic interrupt feature is on lt TRAF gt will appear on the display When a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station or a related network station you will hear it even if the volume is muted or a compact disc or cassette tape is playing If the compact disc player or cassette tape player w
270. witch is pressed with the key removed from the ignition and the driver s door open three chimes will be heard The doors will not lock Seven seconds after the driver s door has been closed all of the doors will lock and the parking lamps will flash The horn will also chirp if the horn chirp feature is enabled See Programmable Horn Chirp in the Index for more information If the driver opens another door before the seven seconds the doors will not lock until seven seconds after the last door is closed If the power door lock switch is pressed to LOCK twice when leaving the vehicle or the LOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed the doors will lock immediately If the power door lock switch is pressed to unlock the doors will not lock automatically Rear Door Security Locks 4 Door Models Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors on your vehicle from the inside server an STHER GEAR OGRA ALAN The switch is located on the inside of the rear door To use the security locks do the following 1 Move the switch up 2 Close the door 3 Do the same thing on the other rear door The rear doors on your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use If you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on do the following 1 Unlock the door from the inside 2 Then open the do
271. wner 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 transaction 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
272. xit and enter the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place 2 35 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 Parking Lamps and Headlamps Control Switch 2 36 Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward for right and two downward for left positions 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 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 by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows flash rapidly a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident 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 Headlamps The headlamp control is on the turn s
273. y 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 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 separate brochure provided by the dealer 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 cove
274. 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 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
275. 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 Move the trunk release lockout switch to ON 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 18 Passlock Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock theft deterrent system Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder has not been tampered with During normal operation the SECURITY light will go off approximately five seconds after the ignition key is turned to ON and the engine is started If the SECURITY light flashes with the key in ON wait 10 minutes until the light goes off Then turn the ignition to OFF before attempting to start the engine If the SECURITY light stays on with the key in ON turn the key to OFF and then back to ON New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your vehicle doesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines 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

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