Pontiac 2005 Bonneville Manual do Utilizador

Seats and Restraint Systems... 1-1Front Seats... 1-2Safety Belts...

Heated SeatsIf your vehicle has thisfeature, the heated frontseat controls are locatedon the instrumentpanel under the climatecontrols.Press ON once f

MirrorsManual Rearview MirrorWhile sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust themirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle. Gripthe mir

Outside Power MirrorsThe controls for the outside power mirrors are locatedon the driver’s door armrest.Press the left or right side of the L/R select

Outside Curb View Assist MirrorIf you have the memory seat and mirrors feature, thepassenger’s outside power mirror also includes atilt-down feature t

OnStar®SystemOnStar®uses global positioning system (GPS) satellitetechnology, wireless communications, and call centersto provide you with a wide rang

OnStar®Personal CallingAs an OnStar®subscriber, the Personal Callingcapability is available if your hand-held cell phone islost, forgotten, or has a l

If your vehicle is equipped with the HomeLink®Transmitter, it complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditi

Programming HomeLink®Your vehicle’s engine should be turned off whileprogramming the transmitter. Follow these steps toprogram up to three channels:1.

8. Return to the vehicle. Firmly press and hold theprogrammed HomeLink®button for two seconds,then release. Repeat the press/hold/releasesequence a se

Erasing HomeLink®ButtonsTo erase programming from the three buttons do thefollowing:1. Press and hold down the two outside buttons untilthe indicator

Front Storage AreaPress the buttons on either side of the armrest to openthe front storage area.Center Console Storage AreaIf your vehicle has this fe

{CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicleis in motion can be dangerous. Even if youbuckle up, your safety belts can not do theirjob wh

Comfort Stop: Press and release the switch rearwardto the second position to express open the glasspanel to the comfort stop position. The comfort sto

2. Adjust the driver’s seat and lumbar position to asafe and comfortable driving position. Adjust bothoutside mirrors to suit you. See DIC VehiclePers

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Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6Other Warning Devices ...

Engine Coolant Temperature Gage(V8 Engine) ...3-46Tire Pressure Light ...

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Instrument Panel Overview3-4

The main components of your instrument panel are the following:A. Air Outlets. See “Air Outlets” under OutletAdjustment on page 3-32.B. Turn Signal/Mu

Hazard Warning FlashersYour hazard warning flashers let you warn others. Theyalso let police know you have a problem. Your frontand rear turn signal la

The lever that allows youto tilt the steering wheel islocated on the left sideof the steering column.To tilt the wheel, hold the wheel and pull the le

Do not have the seatback reclined if your vehicle ismoving.{CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicleis in motion can be dangerous. Eve

Turn and Lane-Change SignalsThe turn signal has two upward for right, and twodownward for left, positions. These positions allow youto signal a turn o

When the high beams areon, this light on theinstrument panel clusterwill also be on.If you have the SE model, both the low beam and highbeam headlamps

LO (Low Speed): Push the lever up to LO for steadywiping at a slow speed.HI (High Speed): Push the lever up to HI for steadywiping at a high speed.MIS

Cruise ControlWith cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your footon the accelerator. This can rea

Setting Cruise Control{CAUTION:If you leave your cruise control on when youare not using cruise, you might hit a buttonand go into cruise when you do

Reducing Speed While Using CruiseControlThere are two ways to reduce your speed while usingcruise control:• Press and hold the SET button until you ge

Exterior LampsThe lever on the left side of the steering columnoperates the exterior lamps.O: Turn the outside part of the lever with the symbolon it,

Headlamps on ReminderIf you open the driver’s door while leaving theheadlamps or parking lamps on and the key is in OFF,you will hear a warning chime.

Fog LampsThe fog lamps button is located below the twilightknobs, to the left of the steering wheel on theinstrument panel.Press this button to turn o

If the Twilight Sentinel®lighting is active, it can bedisabled by turning on the manual parking lamps. Thislighting will be disabled until the key is

Head RestraintsAdjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraintis closest to the top of your head. This positionreduces the chance of a nec

Entry LightingIf it is dark enough outside and you press the unlockbutton on the remote keyless entry transmitter, ifequipped, the interior courtesy l

Personal Choice ProgrammingThis feature can be programmed in the on or off modefor each transmitter.If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Inform

Front Reading LampsThe front reading lamps, located on the headliner, willcome on as courtesy lamps when you open any ofthe doors while it is dark out

Inadvertent Power Battery SaverThis feature is designed to protect your vehicle’s batteryagainst drainage from the interior lamps, trunk lampor glove

HUD shows these images when they are lighted on theinstrument panel.The speedometer may display a difference of 1.5 mph(2.4 km/h) from the HUD image.

2. Adjust the seat, if necessary, before setting theheight using the IMAGE switch.Press and hold the top of the IMAGE switch, raisingthe HUD image as

Accessory Power OutletsWith the accessory power outlet you can plug inauxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellulartelephone or CB radio.If your v

To open a rear ashtray, lift the cover.Notice: If you put papers or other flammable itemsin the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smokingmaterials could

To change the current mode, select one of the following:6 (FLOOR): This mode directs most of the air tothe floor outlets with some air directed to the

Defogging and DefrostingFog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity,or moisture, condensing on the cool window glass.This can be minimiz

{CAUTION:It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargoarea, inside or outside of a vehicle. In acollision, people riding in these areas are morelikely

Automatic Climate Control SystemWith this system you can control the heating, coolingand ventilation for your vehicle.Automatic OperationAUTO (Automat

Manual OperationDRIVER (Driver’s Side Temperature): The knob onthe left is used to change the temperature of theair coming through the system on the d

If you are in city traffic, and your vehicle is stopped andidling, or the weather is hot, the system may switchfrom the OUTSIDE AIR mode to the recirc

There is also an EXT (exterior) temperature sensorlocated behind the front grill. This sensor readsthe outside air temperature and helps to maintain t

Outlet AdjustmentUse the knob located in the center of each outlet tochange the direction of the airflow. Use the thumbwheellocated between the outlets

Warning Lights, Gages, andIndicatorsThis part describes the warning lights and gages that maybe on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate the

Your vehicle is equipped with one of these instrument panel clusters, which includes indicator warning lights andgages that are explained on the follo

3.8L V6 Engine Cluster with Driver Information Center (DIC) (United States version shown, Canada similar)3-35

4.6L V8 Engine Cluster with Driver Information Center (DIC) (United States version shown, Canada similar)3-36

Speedometer and OdometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in miles perhour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). Yourodometer shows how far your

Why Safety Belts WorkWhen you ride in or on anything, you go as fastas it goes.Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seaton wheels.Put someo

TachometerThe tachometer shows your engine speed in revolutionsper minute (rpm).Safety Belt Reminder LightWhen the key is turned to ON or START, a chi

This light will come on when you start your vehicle, andit will flash for a few seconds. Then the light shouldgo out. This means the system is ready.If

Voltmeter GageWhen your engine is not running, but the ignition key isturned to ON, this gage shows the state of the batterycharge in DC volts.When th

Brake System Warning LightYour vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into twoparts. If one part is not working, the other part canstill work and

Anti-Lock Brake System WarningLightWith the anti-lock brake system, the light(s) will comeon when your engine is started and may stay onfor several se

Traction Control System (TCS)Warning LightFor vehicles equipped with the traction control system,this warning light should come on briefly when theengi

Low Traction Active LightYour Low Traction Active light may come on for one ofthe following reasons:• An advanced computer-controlled system calledSta

Engine Coolant Temperature Gage(V6 Engine)This gage shows the engine coolant temperature.To prevent engine overheating, the air conditioningcompressor

Engine Coolant Temperature Gage(V8 Engine)This gage shows the engine coolant temperature.To prevent engine overheating, the air conditioningcompressor

If your coolant level is low, the message LOW ENGINECOOLANT will appear on the DIC. This means thatyou should check your coolant level as soon as poss

Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoes not stop.The person keeps going until stopped by something. Ina real vehicle, it could be the

Malfunction Indicator LampService Engine Soon Light in theUnited States or With V6 Engine inCanada or Check Engine Light WithV8 Engine in CanadaYour v

This light should come on, as a check to show you it isworking, when the ignition is on and the engine isnot running. If the light does not come on, h

Have you recently changed brands of fuel?If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. SeeGasoline Octane on page 5-5. Poor fuel quality will

Oil Pressure Gage (V6 Engine)Readings above the shaded warning zone indicate thenormal operating range. Oil pressure may vary withengine speed, outsid

Oil Pressure Gage (V8 Engine)Readings above the shaded warning zone indicate thenormal operating range. Oil pressure may vary withengine speed, outsid

Check Oil Level LightIf your vehicle has thesystems monitor, theCHECK OIL LEVEL lightcomes on for five secondsas a bulb check eachtime the ignition key

Highbeam On LightThis light will illuminatewhen the headlamp highbeams are in use.See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-8.Low Washer Fluid Warn

On vehicles with a DIC, the door that is ajar will beshown as an icon next to the vehicle outline anda message will appear on the display. See DICWarn

Fuel Gage (V6 Engine)When the ignition is on, your fuel gage tells you abouthow much fuel you have in your tank.When the gage reads in the colored ban

Fuel Gage (V8 Engine)When the ignition is on, your fuel gage tells you abouthow much fuel you have in your tank.When the gage reads in the colored ban

or the instrument panel... or the safety belts!With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does.You get more time to stop. You stop over more dist

Systems MonitorIf you have the systemsmonitor, it gives youimportant safety andmaintenance facts aboutyour vehicle.When you turn the ignition on, the

The following buttons are on the systems monitorcontrol panel which is located to the right of theinstrument panel cluster:• E/M (English/Metric): Use

DIC Controls and DisplaysWhen you turn the ignitionon, the DIC will display yourDRIVER NUMBER. Youcan have your dealerprogram your name toreplace the

MODE: This button allows you to toggle through theDIC modes (Vehicle Data, Personalization Programming,Compass Calibration).SELECT: This button allows

When you have the oil changed according to themaintenance schedule, you will have to reset the engineoil life system. To reset the engine oil life sys

EXP(Export ID) Warning Message54 SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM55 STABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE61 CHECK GAS CAP81 ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON83 SERVICE AIR BAG102 CHEC

Tire Pressure Status – 144: If you see the CHECKTIRE PRESSURE message, you should stop as soon asyou can and check all your tires for damage. If a tir

When you press the unlock button on your remotekeyless entry transmitter, the DIC will change drivernumbers and the vehicle will recall the personaliz

• PERIMETER LIGHTS – TIMEOUT 15 SEC• SEAT RECALL – OFF/ON• RECALL POSITION – MEMORY/EXIT• TILT MIRROR – OFF/ON• DRIVER ID – OFF/ONIf you would like to

If you choose ON for UNLOCK and DRIVER for DOORTO UNLOCK, only the driver’s door will automaticallyunlock when shifting into PARK (P) or turning the k

Questions and Answers AboutSafety BeltsQ: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after an accidentif I am wearing a safety belt?A: You could be — whether yo

You can select the following modes:• If you choose OFF for KEYLESS FEEDBACK, youwill receive no security feedback when locking orunlocking your vehicl

Memory SeatsIf your vehicle has this feature, the memory seat andmirror positions will be recalled for the identifieddriver when the remote keyless ent

Secondary InformationCenter (SIC)Electronic CompassIf your vehicle has a DriverInformation Center (DIC), italso is equipped with anelectronic compass.

If you live on the line, you can pick the zone area youare most likely to drive in. In Alaska, use Zone 9 or 10.In Hawaii, use Zone 7.Changing Your Zo

The rear defog system can affect accuracy, and thecompass corrects for the rear defog. However, if the reardefog is turned on while making sharp turns

Radio with CDRadio Data System (RDS)The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS).RDS features are available for use only on FM stationsthat broadcas

RCL (Recall): Push this knob to switch the displaybetween the radio station frequency and the time. Pushthis knob to display the time with the ignitio

Setting Preset StationsUp to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM,six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped)), can be programmedon the six numbered pushbu

Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)BAL (Balance): To adjust the balance between theright and the left speakers, press and release this buttonuntil B

BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequencyallows the radio to switch to a stronger station with thesame program type. To turn alternate frequency

Driver PositionLap-Shoulder BeltThe driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here is how to wearit properly.1. Close and lock the door.2. Adjust the seat so yo

TRAF (Traffic): If TRAF appears on the display, thetuned station broadcasts traffic announcements.Press this button to receive the traffic announcemen

XM™ Radio MessagesRadio Display Message Condition Action RequiredXL (Explicit LanguageChannels)XL on the radio display,after the channel name,indicate

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)Radio Display Message Condition Action RequiredNo Info Category Name notavailableNo category information is available at th

Playing a CDInsert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. Theplayer will pull it in and the CD should begin playing. Ifyou want to insert a CD whe

w SCAN x: Press and hold either arrow for morethan two seconds until SCAN and the track numberappear on the display and you hear a beep. The CD willgo

Radio with Cassette and CDRadio Data System (RDS)The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS).RDS features are available for use only on FM stations

RCL (Recall): Push this knob to switch the displaybetween the radio station frequency and the time. Whenthe ignition is off, push this knob to display

Setting Preset StationsUp to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM,six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped)), can be programmedon the six numbered pushbu

Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)BAL (Balance): Press and release this button untilBAL appears on the display. The SELECT LED indicatorwill light

BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequencyallows the radio to switch to a stronger station with thesame program type. To turn alternate frequency

GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, PONTIAC,the PONTIAC Emblem, and the name BONNEVILLEare registered trademarks of General MotorsCorporation.This manu

The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, thisapplies force to the strong pelvic bones. A

If the entire message is not displayed, parts of themessage will appear every three seconds. To scrollthrough the message, press and release the INFOb

XM™ Radio MessagesRadio Display Message Condition Action RequiredXL (Explicit LanguageChannels)XL on the radio display,after the channel name,indicate

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)Radio Display Message Condition Action RequiredNo Info Category Name notavailableNo category information is available at th

Playing a Cassette TapeThe tape player is built to work best with tapes that areup to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapeslonger than that are so

w SEEK x: The tape must have at leastthree seconds of silence between each selection forseek to work. Press the up or the down arrow to searchfor the

CD Adapter KitsIt is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kitwith the cassette tape player after disabling thetight/loose tape sensing feature

4s (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton toreverse quickly within a track. You will hear sound at areduced volume. Release this pushbutton to play

If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot becorrected, contact your GM dealer. If the radio displaysan error message, write it down and pro

Once you have loaded the CDs in the magazine, slideopen the door of the CD changer. Push the magazineinto the changer in the direction of the arrow ma

Whenever a CD magazine with CDs is loaded in thechanger and the door is closed, the CD symbol willappear on the radio display. If the CD changer ische

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearlyas much protection this way.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if

w SCAN x: Press and hold either arrow for morethan two seconds until TRACK SCAN appears onthe display and you hear a beep. The first few secondsof each

CD DOOR OPEN: The CD changer door is open.Completely close the door to restore normal operation.If the CD is not playing correctly, for any otherreaso

When a CD is playing in the CD changer, press thisbutton to select the next available CD, if multiple CDsare loaded.BAND: Press this button to switch

XM™ Satellite Radio ServiceXM™ Satellite Radio Service gives digital radioreception from coast to coast. Just as with FM, tallbuildings or hills can i

Care of Your CDsHandle CDs carefully. Store them in their original casesor other protective cases and away from directsunlight and dust. If the surfac

XM™ Satellite Radio AntennaSystemThe XM™ Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roofof your vehicle. Keep this antenna clear of snow andice build u

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Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2Defensive Driving ...4-2Drunken Driving ...

Your Driving, the Road, andYour VehicleDefensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drivedefensively.Please start with a very im

Many adults — by some estimates, nearly half the adultpopulation — choose never to drink alcohol, so theynever drive after drinking. For persons under

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt isbuckled in the wrong place l

There is a gender difference, too. Women generallyhave a lower relative percentage of body waterthan men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this

{CAUTION:Drinking and then driving is very dangerous.Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness, andjudgment can be affected by even a smallamount of al

Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive inspurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavybraking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This i

Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely.Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slamon the brakes and continue braking. Here

Remember: Anti-lock does not change the time youneed to get your foot up to the brake pedal or alwaysdecrease stopping distance. If you get too close

This light should come on briefly when you start theengine. If it stays on or comes on while you are driving,there is a problem with your traction cont

SteeringPower SteeringIf you lose power steering assist because the enginestops or the system is not functioning, you can steer butit will take much m

If you need to reduce your speed as you approach acurve, do it before you enter the curve, while your frontwheels are straight ahead.Try to adjust you

Off-Road RecoveryYou may find that your right wheels have dropped offthe edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’redriving.If the level of the shoul

• Do not get too close to the vehicle you want topass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For onething, following too closely reduces your area ofv

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It shouldbe worn over the shoulder at all times.{CAUTION:You can be seriously i

SkiddingIn a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle.Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonablecare suited to existing conditions,

Driving at NightNight driving is more dangerous than day driving.One reason is that some drivers are likely to beimpaired — by alcohol or drugs, with

You can be temporarily blinded by approachingheadlamps. It can take a second or two, or even severalseconds, for your eyes to re-adjust to the dark. W

The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if yourwindshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavyrain can make it harder to see road signs

HydroplaningHydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build upunder your tires that they can actually ride on thewater. This can happen if the road

City DrivingOne of the biggest problems with city streets is theamount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out forwhat the other drivers are do

Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways — also called thruways, parkways,expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways — are thesafest of all roads. But the

The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply.The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speedaccording to your speedometer, not to your sen

Highway HypnosisIs there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis?Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call ithighway hypnosis, lack

If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you areplanning to visit there, here are some tips that can makeyour trips safer and more enjoyable.• K

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted across the body.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt.In a crash, you would not ha

Winter DrivingHere are some tips for winter driving:• Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.• You may want to put winter emergency supplies inyou

Driving on Snow or IceMost of the time, those places where your tires meetthe road probably have good traction.However, if there is snow or ice betwee

Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stabilitywhen you make a hard stop on a slippery road.Even though you have the anti-lock braking system,

• Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you.If you have no blankets or extra clothing, makebody insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags

Then, shut the engine off and close the window almostall the way to preserve the heat. Start the engineagain and repeat this only when you feel really

Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It OutFirst, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clearthe area around your front wheels. If your vehicle ha

Tire and Loading Information LabelA vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label isattached to the vehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar). Withthe d

5. Determine the combined weight of luggage andcargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weightmay not safely exceed the available cargoand luggage load

Item Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 2 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)BSubtract OccupantWeight 150 lbs(68 kg) × 5 =750 lbs (340 kg)CAvailable

Certification LabelA vehicle specific Certification label is attached to the rearedge of the driver’s door. It tells you the gross weightcapacity of your

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 t

If you put things inside your vehicle, like suitcases,tools, packages, or anything else, they will go as fast asthe vehicle goes. If you have to stop

Recreational Vehicle TowingRecreational vehicle towing means towing your vehiclebehind another vehicle — such as behind a motorhome.The two most commo

Dolly TowingYour vehicle can be towed using a dolly. To tow yourvehicle using a dolly, follow these steps:1. Put the front wheels on the dolly.2. Put

Your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the3.8L V6 engine and the proper trailer towing equipment.To identify what the vehicle trailerin

Three important considerations have to do with weight:• The weight of the trailer• The weight of the trailer tongue• The total weight on your vehicle’

If you are using a weight-carrying hitch, the trailertongue (A) should weigh 10 to 15 percent of the totalloaded trailer weight (B).After you have loa

Safety ChainsYou should always attach chains between your vehicleand your trailer. Cross the safety chains under thetongue of the trailer so that the

Following DistanceStay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead asyou would when driving your vehicle without a trailer.This can help you avoid

When towing a trailer, the arrows on your instrumentpanel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailerare burned out. Thus, you may think driv

When You Are Ready to Leave AfterParking on a Hill1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal downwhile you:• Start your engine.• Shift into a gea

Right Front Passenger PositionTo learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safetybelt properly, see Driver Position on page 1-13.The right front p

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Service ...5-3Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-4Adding Equipment to the

When It Is Time for New Tires ...5-86Buying New Tires ...5-86Uniform Tire Quality Grading ..

ServiceYour dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you tobe happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealerfor all your service needs. You will ge

Doing Your Own Service WorkIf you want to do some of your own service work, youwill want to use the proper service manual. It tellsyou much more about

Adding Equipment to the Outsideof Your VehicleThings you might add to the outside of your vehicle canaffect the airflow around it. This may cause windn

Gasoline SpecificationsIt is recommended that gasoline meet specificationswhich were developed by automobile manufacturersaround the world and contained

Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel thatcontains methanol. Do not use fuel containingmethanol. It can corrode metal parts in your fuelsyste

Filling Your Tank{CAUTION:Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire cancause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to youand others, read and follow al

{CAUTION:If you spill fuel and then something ignites it,you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray outon you if you open the fuel cap too quickly.This

To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shownuntil the belt is snug.Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lappart of a lap-should

Filling a Portable Fuel Container{CAUTION:Never fill a portable fuel container while it is inyour vehicle. Static electricity discharge fromthe contain

Hood ReleaseTo open the hood, do the following:1. Pull the hood releasehandle inside thevehicle. It is locatednext to the parkingbrake pedal nearthe fl

Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you open the hood on the 3.8L V6 engine, here is what you will see:5-12

A. Engine Compartment Fuse Block. See EngineCompartment Fuse Block (3.8L V6 Engine) onpage 5-112 or Engine Compartment Fuse Block(4.6L V8 Engine) on p

When you open the hood on the 4.6L V8 engine, here is what you will see:5-14

A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “AddingWasher Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluidon page 5-53.B. Engine Compartment Fuse Block. See EngineC

Engine OilIf the CHECK OIL LEVELlight appears on theinstrument cluster, or theOIL LEVEL LOW messageappears on the DIC,it means you need tocheck your e

When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is at or below the cross-hatched area at the tipof the dipstick, then you will need to add at least onequart of oil.

What Kind of Engine Oil to UseLook for two things:• GM6094MYour vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting GMStandard GM6094M. You should look for and useo

• SAE 5W-30As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is bestfor your vehicle.These numbers on an oil container show itsviscosity, or thickness. Do no

Lap-Shoulder BeltAll rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts. Hereis how to wear one properly.1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt acro

When to Change Engine Oil (VehiclesWithout the Engine Oil Life System)If any one of these is true for you, use the short trip/citymaintenance schedule

If the system is ever reset accidentally, you mustchange your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since yourlast oil change. Remember to reset the oil life

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter(3.8L V6 Engine)See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12for the location of the engine air cleaner/filter.When to Inspect

4. To reinstall the housing cover, make sure the filtercover tabs position through the slots in the housing.A notch on the sides of the filter cover wil

To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter,do the following:1. Loosen and remove both wing screws on the top ofthe engine air cleaner/filter co

Follow these steps to reinstall the cover to the engineair cleaner/filter housing:1. Align the three tabs located on the back of the coverwith the thre

How to CheckBecause this operation can be a little difficult, youmay choose to have this done at the dealershipservice department.If you do it yoursel

Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps:The transaxle fluid dipsticktop is a round, red loopand is located next to thebrake master cy

How to Add FluidRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determinewhat kind of transaxle fluid to use. See Part D:Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page

How to CheckBecause this operation can be a little difficult, youmay choose to have this done at the dealershipservice department.If you do it yoursel

3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckleend of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part.The lap part of the belt should be worn low

Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps:The transaxle fluid cap islocated next to the radiatorhose and below theengine air cleaner/fil

How to Add FluidRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determinewhat kind of transaxle fluid to use. See Part D:Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page

What to UseUse a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water andone-half DEX-COOL®coolant which will not damagealuminum parts. If you use this coolant

Adding CoolantIf you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL®coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank, but becareful not to spill it.{CAUTION:T

Engine Coolant (4.6L V8 Engine)The cooling system in your vehicle is filled withDEX-COOL®engine coolant. This coolant is designedto remain in your vehi

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 do nothav

{CAUTION:You can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol,and it will burn if the engine parts are hotenoug

If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine{CAUTION:Steam from an overheated engine can burnyou badly, even if you just open the hood.Stay away from the engin

If the warning continues and you have not stopped, pullover, stop, and park your vehicle right away.If there is still no sign of steam, you can idle t

Notice: If your engine catches fire because youkeep driving with no coolant, your vehicle canbe badly damaged. The costly repairs would not becovered b

Safety Warnings and SymbolsThere are a number of safety cautions in this book. Weuse a box and the word CAUTION to tell about thingsthat could hurt yo

The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or acrash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out ofthe retractor.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt

Overheated Engine ProtectionOperating Mode (4.6L V8 Engine)If an overheated engine condition exists and themessage ENGINE HOT, STOP ENGINE is displaye

{CAUTION:An electric engine cooling fan under the hoodcan start up even when the engine is notrunning and can injure you. Keep hands,clothing and tool

How to Add Coolant to the CoolantRecovery TankIf you have not found a problem yet, but the coolantlevel is not at the FULL COLD mark, add a50/50 mixtu

If the overheat warning continues, there is one morething you can try. You can add the proper coolantmixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the

3. Remove the 3800 Series II V6 engine cover shieldto access the bleed valve.3.1. Clean the area around the engine oil fill tubeand cap before removing

5. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL®coolant mixture, up to the base of the fillerneck. See Engine Coolant (3.8L V6 Engine) onpage 5-31 or Eng

8. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to theFULL COLD mark.9. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank,but leave the radiator pressure cap off.10

Cooling System (4.6L V8 Engine)When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is whatyou will see:A. Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure CapB. Electri

A low coolant level should be indicated by a LOWENGINE COOLANT message on the Driver InformationCenter (DIC). If it is, you may have a leak at the pre

If no coolant is visible in the surge tank, add coolantas follows:{CAUTION:Steam and scalding liquids from a hot coolingsystem can blow out and burn y

Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides forChildren and Small AdultsRear shoulder belt comfort guides provide added safetybelt comfort for older children who

Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crackthe engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.Use the recommended coolant and the propercoolant

3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixtureto the full cold fill mark on the side of the coolantsurge tank.4. With the coolant surge tank pr

Start the engine and allow it to warm up. If the LOWENGINE COOLANT message does not appear onthe Driver Information Center (DIC), the coolant is at th

Windshield Washer FluidWhat to UseWhen you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to readthe manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you willbe opera

BrakesBrake FluidYour master cylinderreservoir is filled withDOT-3 brake fluid.See Engine CompartmentOverview on page 5-12for the location of thereservo

What to AddWhen you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brakefluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed containeronly. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and L

Brake WearYour vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes.Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that makea high-pitched warning sound when the brake p

Replacing Brake System PartsThe braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its manyparts have to be of top quality and work well together ifthe vehicle i

To be sure the vent hose (A) is properly attached, thevent hose connectors (B) must be securely reattached tothe vent outlets (C) on each side of the

Jump Starting (3.8L V6 Engine)If your battery has run down, you may want to useanother vehicle and some jumper cables to start yourvehicle. Be sure to

2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elasticcord must be under the belt. Then, place the guideover the belt, and insert the two edges of th

4. Open the hood on the other vehicle and locate thepositive (+) and negative (−) terminal locations onthat vehicle.You will not see the battery of yo

{CAUTION:Fans or other moving engine parts can injureyou badly. Keep your hands away from movingparts once the engine is running.5. Check that the jum

Notice: If the jumper cables are removed in thewrong order, electrical shorting may occur anddamage the vehicle. The repairs would not becovered by yo

Jump Starting (4.6L V8 Engine)If your battery has run down, you may want to useanother vehicle and some jumper cables to start yourvehicle. Be sure to

4. Open the hoods and locate the positive (+) andnegative (−) terminal locations on the other vehicle.You will not see the battery of your vehicle und

{CAUTION:Fans or other moving engine parts can injureyou badly. Keep your hands away from movingparts once the engine is running.5. Check that the jum

Your vehicle has a remotenegative (−) terminalmarked GND (−).10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and runthe engine for a while.11. Try to

To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles,do the following:1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from thevehicle that had the dead batte

Headlamps1. Reach behind the headlamp assembly, push in andturn the bulb assembly counterclockwise to removethe bulb assembly from the headlamp assemb

Front Turn Signal andParking Lamps1. Remove the two bolts.2. Use a flat tool by the outside mount to separatethe lamp assembly from the outboard snapmo

4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt asdescribed in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-21.Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses theshoulder.

5. Tip the headlamp assembly and while pressing therelease, turn the bulb and socket counterclockwiseto remove them.6. Replace the bulb and reinstall

Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplampsand Back-up LampsA. Back-Up LampB. Turn SignalC. TaillampD. Taillamp/Brake Lamp1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2

5. Remove the three nuts holding the lamp in placeand remove the lamp assembly.6. Turn the bulb socket assembly counterclockwisewhile pressing the rel

Windshield Wiper BladeReplacementWindshield wiper blades should be inspected at leasttwice a year for wear or cracking. See Part B:Owner Checks and Se

TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made bya leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questionsabout your tire warranty and where t

Tire Sidewall LabellingUseful information about a tire is molded into itssidewall. The examples below show a typical passengervehicle tire and a compa

(A) Temporary Use Only: The compact spare tire ortemporary use tire has a tread life of approximately3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should not be drivenat

Tire SizeThe following illustration shows an example of a typicalpassenger vehicle tire size.(A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United Statesversion o

Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a tire’s height toits width.Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is locatedbetween the plies and the tread. Cor

Load Index: An assigned number ranging from1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacityof a tire.Maximum Inflation Pressure: The maximum air

Child RestraintsOlder ChildrenOlder children who have outgrown booster seats shouldwear the vehicle’s safety belts.Q: What is the proper way to wear s

Tread: The portion of a tire that comes into contactwith the road.Treadwear Indicators: Narrow bands, sometimescalled “wear bars,” that show across th

A Tire and Loading Information label is attached to thevehicle’s center pillar, below the driver’s door latch.This label lists your vehicle’s original

High Speed Operation{CAUTION:Driving at high speeds, 100 mph (160 km/h) orhigher, puts an additional strain on tires.Sustained high-speed driving, cau

Check Tire Pressure SystemThe check tire pressure system can alert you to alarge change in the pressure of one tire. The systemwill not alert you befo

To reset (calibrate) the system with a Driver InformationCenter (DIC):1. Turn the ignition switch to ON.2. Using the MODE and SELECT buttons, change t

Tire Inspection and RotationTires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles(8 000 to 13 000 km).Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires

When It Is Time for New TiresOne way to tell when it’stime for new tires is tocheck the treadwearindicators, which willappear when your tireshave only

{CAUTION:Mixing tires could cause you to lose controlwhile driving. If you mix tires of different sizesor types (radial and bias-belted tires), theveh

TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating based onthe wear rate of the tire when tested under controlledconditions on a specified government

Wheel Alignment and Tire BalanceThe wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balancedcarefully at the factory to give you the longest tire lifeand best

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here two children are wearing the same belt.The belt can not properly spread the impactforces. In a crash, the two children can

Used Replacement Wheels{CAUTION:Putting a used wheel on your vehicle isdangerous. You can’t know how it’s been usedor how far it’s been driven. It cou

Notice: If your vehicle has a tire size other thanP235/55R17 or P235/50R18 size tires, use tire chainsonly where legal and only when you must. Useonly

If a Tire Goes FlatIt’s unusual for a tire to “blowout” while you’re driving,especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goesout of a tire,

Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damageby driving slowly to a level place. Turn on yourhazard warning flashers.{CAU

Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsThe equipment you will need is in the trunk.1. Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk.2. Remove the retainer,

Removing the Flat Tire andInstalling the Spare Tire1. If your vehicle has aluminum wheels and a centercover hides the wheel nuts, remove the centercov

5. Put the jack head into a notch in the frame which islocated near each wheel well. The front notch is11 inches (28 cm) back from the front wheelwell

6. Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrenchclockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off theground so there is enough room for the compactspare tir

9. Place the compact spare tire on the wheel-mountingsurface.{CAUTION:Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If youdo, the nuts might come loose. Y

{CAUTION:Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightenedwheel nuts can cause the wheel to come looseand even come off. This could lead to anaccident. Be

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part isbehind the child. If the child wears the

Storing a Flat or Spare Tireand Tools{CAUTION:Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in thepassenger compartment of the vehicle couldcause injury.

After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, youshould stop as soon as possible and make sureyour spare tire is correctly inflated. The compact

Do not use any of these products unless this manualsays you can. In many uses, these will damagethe vehicle:• Alcohol• Laundry Soap• Bleach• Reducing

Using Cleaner on Fabric1. First, try the cleaner on an area of the fabric that isnot easily seen to make sure the cleaner does notaffect the color of

LeatherUse a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap orsaddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth. Then, letthe leather dry naturally. Do not u

WeatherstripsSilicone grease on weatherstrips will make them lastlonger, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Applysilicone grease with a clean cloth

Finish CareOccasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle byhand may be necessary to remove residue fromthe paint finish. GM-approved cleaning prod

Aluminum or Chrome-Plated WheelsThe vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum orchrome-plated wheels.Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth

Sheet Metal DamageIf the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metalrepair or replacement, make sure the body repair shopapplies anti-corrosion materi

Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsSee your GM dealer for more information on purchasingthe following products.Description UsagePolishing ClothWax-Treat

Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles,they should have the protection provided by appropriaterestraints. Young children should not us

Vehicle IdentificationVehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the i

Electrical SystemAdd-On Electrical EquipmentNotice: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicleunless you check with your dealer first. Someelectrica

Engine Compartment Fuse Block(3.8L V6 Engine)The engine compartmentfuse block is located in thefront of the enginecompartment on thepassenger’s side o

Fuses Usage14 Cruise Control15 Direct Ignition System16 Injector Bank #217 Not Used18 Not Used19 Powertrain Control Module Ignition20 Oxygen Sensor21

Engine Compartment Fuse Block(4.6L V8 Engine)The engine compartmentfuse block is located nextto the engine on thepassenger’s side of thevehicle. For m

Fuses Usage12 Fog Lamps13 Transaxle14 Cruise Control15 Coil Module16 Injector Bank #217 Not Used18 Not Used19 Powertrain Control Module Ignition20 Oxy

Rear Underseat Fuse BlockThe rear fuse block islocated below the rear seaton the driver’s side ofthe vehicle. The rear seatcushion must beremoved to a

Fuses Usage13 Lamps Park Left14 Interior Lamp Dimmer Module15 Satellite Digital Radio16 Heated Seat Left Front17 Not Used18 Rear Door Modules19 Stopla

CircuitBreakersUsage56 Power Seats57 Power WindowsRelays Usage58 Not Used59 Rear DefogFuses Usage60 Not Used61 Rear Defog62 Not Used63 Audio AmplifierF

Removing the Rear Seat CushionNotice: If you touch the exposed wires with themetal on the seat cushion, you could cause ashort that could damage the b

{CAUTION:Children who are up against, or very close to,any airbag when it inflates can be seriouslyinjured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulderbelts of

1. Buckle the center passenger position safety belt,then route the safety belts through the proper slotsin the seat cushion. Do not let the safety bel

Capacities and SpecificationsThe following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Part D: Recommended Fluidsand Lubric

Normal Maintenance Replacement PartsReplacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your GM dealer.Part G

Maintenance Schedule ...6-2Introduction ...6-2Maintenance Requireme

Maintenance ScheduleIntroductionImportant: Keep engine oil at the proper level andchange as recommended.Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The

How This Section is OrganizedThis maintenance schedule is divided into five parts:“Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explainswhat to have done an

Part A: Scheduled MaintenanceServicesIn this part are scheduled maintenance services whichare to be performed at the mileage intervals specified.Using

Selecting the Right ScheduleFirst you will need to decide which of the two schedulesis right for your vehicle. Here is how to decide whichschedule to

Long Trip/Highway DefinitionFollow this scheduled maintenance only if none of theconditions from the Short Trip/City ScheduledMaintenance are true. Do

Footnotes† The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or theCalifornia Air Resources Board has determined that thefailure to perform this maintenance it

{CAUTION:Newborn infants need complete support,including support for the head and neck. Thisis necessary because a newborn infant’s neckis weak and it

9,000 Miles (15 000 km)❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.(See footnote *.)12,000 Mi

30,000 Miles (50 000 km)❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.(See footnote *.)❑ Inspec

45,000 Miles (75 000 km)❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.(See footnote *.)❑ Replac

60,000 Miles (100 000 km)❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.(See footnote *.)❑ Inspe

78,000 Miles (130 000 km)❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service(See footnote *.)❑ Rotate

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation onpage 5-85 for proper rotation pattern and additionalinformation. (See footnote @.) (See footnote +.

Footnotes† The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or theCalifornia Air Resources Board has determined that thefailure to perform this maintenance it

15,000 Miles (25 000 km)❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,whichever occurs first). An Emission ControlService. (See footnote *.)❑ Inspe

45,000 Miles (75 000 km)❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,whichever occurs first). An Emission ControlService. (See footnote *.)❑ Repla

67,500 Miles (112 500 km)❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,whichever occurs first). An Emission ControlService. (See footnote *.)❑ Rota

Vehicle Damage WarningsAlso, in this manual you will find these notices:Notice: These mean there is something that coulddamage your vehicle.A notice te

Child Restraint SystemsAn infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in amotor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designedto restrain or posit

97,500 Miles (162 500 km)❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,whichever occurs first). An Emission ControlService. (See footnote *.)❑ Rota

Part B: Owner Checks and ServicesListed in this part are owner checks and serviceswhich should be performed at the intervals specified tohelp ensure th

At Least Twice a YearRestraint System CheckMake sure the safety belt reminder light and all yourbelts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorage

Starter Switch Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this inspection, thevehicle could move suddenly. If the vehiclemoves, you or others could be injured.1

Ignition Transaxle Lock CheckWhile parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turnthe ignition to OFF in each shift lever position.• The ignition

Part C: Periodic MaintenanceInspectionsListed in this part are inspections and services whichshould be performed at least twice a year (for instance,e

Throttle System InspectionInspect the throttle system for interference or binding,and for damaged or missing parts. Replace partsas needed. Replace an

Part D: Recommended Fluids andLubricantsFluids and lubricants identified below by name, partnumber or specification may be obtained from yourdealer.Usag

Usage Fluid/LubricantHood LatchAssembly,SecondaryLatch, Pivots,Spring Anchorand ReleasePawlLubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GMPart No. U.S. 12346293, in

Part E: Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service andany additiona

A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint forthe child’s body with the harness and also sometimeswith surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-li

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced By Maintenance Record6-28

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced By Maintenance Record6-29

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced By Maintenance Record6-30

Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2Online Owner Center ...

Customer Assistance andInformationCustomer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important toyour dealer and to Pontiac. Normally,

The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court programadministered by the Council of Better BusinessBureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehi

Customer Assistance for TextTelephone (TTY) UsersTo assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, orspeech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTY

Mexico, Central America and CaribbeanIslands/Countries (Except Puerto Ricoand U.S. Virgin Islands) — CustomerAssistanceGeneral Motors de Mexico, S. de

• Emergency Tow: Tow to the nearest dealership forwarranty service or in the event of avehicle-disabling accident. Assistance providedwhen the vehicle

Courtesy TransportationPontiac has always exemplified quality and value in itsoffering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownershipexperience, we and o

Q: How do child restraints work?A: A child restraint system is any device designed foruse in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or positionchildren. A

Courtesy Rental VehicleYour dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesyrental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehiclethat you obtain if yo

Vehicle Data Collection and EventData RecordersYour vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has anumber of sophisticated computer systems that moni

Reporting Safety DefectsReporting Safety Defects to theUnited States GovernmentIf you believe that your vehicle has a defect which couldcause a crash

Reporting Safety Defects toGeneral MotorsIn addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) ina situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify

Owner’s InformationOwner publications are written specifically for ownersand intended to provide basic operational informationabout the vehicle. The ow

AAccessory Inflator ... 5-91Accessory Power Outlets ... 3-24Additives, Fuel ...

Automatic Climate Control System ... 3-28Automatic TransaxleFluid ... 5-25, 5-28Opera

Child RestraintsChild Restraint Systems ... 1-34Infants and Young Children ... 1-30Lower Anchorage

Customer Assistance Information (cont.)Reporting Safety Defects to the CanadianGovernment ... 7-10Reporting S

EngineAir Cleaner/Filter ... 5-22, 5-23Battery ... 5-57Check and Ser

Where to Put the RestraintAccident statistics show that children are safer if theyare restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We,therefore,

GGageCheck Gages Warning Light ... 3-54Engine Coolant Temperature ... 3-45, 3-46Fuel ...

Inspection (cont.)Fuel System ... 6-23Part C - Periodic Maintenance ... 6-23Steering,

Light (cont.)Tire Pressure ... 3-47Traction Control System (TCS) Warning ... 3-43Trunk Ajar ...

Malfunction Indicator Light ... 3-48Manual Lumbar Controls ... 1-3Manual Seats ...

Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services ... 6-4Part B - Owner Checks and Services ... 6-19Part C - Periodic Maintenance Inspecti

Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ... 5-94Replacement Bulbs ... 5-72Reporting Safety DefectsCana

Service ... 5-3Adding Equipment to the Outside of YourVehicle ...

Tires (cont.)Chains ... 5-90Changing a Flat Tire ... 5-93Check Ti

Vehicle PersonalizationDIC ... 3-64Memory Seat and Mirrors ... 2-46V

Top StrapSome child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” Itcan help restrain the child restraint during a collision.For it to work, a top str

{CAUTION:Each top tether bracket is designed to anchoronly one child restraint. Attaching more thanone child restraint to a single bracket couldcause

Lower Anchorages and Top Tethersfor Children (LATCH System)Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You will findanchors for all three rear seating positions

A. Lower AnchorageB. Lower AnchorageIn order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, youneed a child restraint designed for that system.To assist you

Securing a Child Restraint Designedfor the LATCH System1. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seatingposition you want to use, where the bottom of these

Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed.3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesa

These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:v

4. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten thelap portion of the belt and feed the shou

Securing a Child Restraint in theRight Front Seat PositionIf your vehicle is equipped with the LATCH system, seeLower Anchorages and Top Tethers for C

4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesafety belt quickly if you ever had to.5. Pull the r

6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into theretractor while you push down on the child restraint.You may find it helpful to use your knee to

Frontal airbags are designed to help reduce the risk ofinjury from the force of an inflating frontal airbag.But these airbags must inflate very quickly

{CAUTION:Both frontal and side impact airbags inflate withgreat force, faster than the blink of an eye. If youare too close to an inflating airbag, as y

Where Are the Airbags?The driver’s frontal airbag is in the middle of thesteering wheel.The right front passenger’s frontal airbag is in theinstrument

If your vehicle has a right front passenger’s side impactairbag, it is located in the side of the passenger’sseatback closest to the door.{CAUTION:If

When Should an Airbag Inflate?The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbagsare designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal ornear-front

rear impacts, because inflation would not likely help theoccupant. A side impact airbag will only deploy onthe side of the vehicle that is struck.In an

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What Will You See After an AirbagInflates?After the airbag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quicklythat some people may not even realize the airbaginflat

In many crashes severe enough to inflate an airbag,windshields are broken by vehicle deformation.Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the

Servicing Your Airbag-EquippedVehicleAirbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced.There are parts of the airbag system in several placesaround y

Replacing Restraint System PartsAfter a Crash{CAUTION:A crash can damage the restraint systems inyour vehicle. A damaged restraint system maynot prope

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Keys ...2-2Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4Remote Keyless Entry Sy

Keys{CAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. Theycould operate the power windows or othercontrols or

There is a master key thatworks in all of the lockcylinders; driver’sdoor, trunk, ignition, andglove box.There may also be aVALET key which onlyoperat

Remote Keyless Entry SystemIf equipped, the keyless entry system operates on aradio frequency subject to Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) Rules

Remote Keyless Entry SystemOperationIf your vehicle has this feature, you can lock and unlockyour doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet(1 m) up

Front Seats ...1-2Manual Seats ...1-2Power Seats ...

Personalization FeaturesIf your vehicle has theDriver Information Center(DIC), the numbers on theback of the transmitterscorrespond to the DIC’sDriver

Each remote keyless entry transmitter can beprogrammed to a different mode according to the user’spreference. To change to another mode, do thefollowi

Battery ReplacementUnder normal use, the battery in your remote keylessentry transmitter should last about four years.You can tell the battery is weak

Doors and LocksDoor Locks{CAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.• Passengers — especially children — caneasily open the doors and fall out of amovin

To lock the door from the inside, push the manual doorlock forward. To unlock the door, push the manualdoor lock rearward.Central Door Unlocking Syste

Delayed LockingThis feature lets the driver delay the actual locking of thevehicle. When the driver’s power door lock switch or theremote keyless entr

If your vehicle is equipped with remote keyless entry,your vehicle can be programmed to each driver’spreference for each of the transmitters. Use the

Mode 4: All doors automatically lock when shifted outof PARK (P). Only the driver’s door automaticallyunlocks when the key is turned to OFF (DIC equip

Overriding Lock DelayIf you need to lock your doors before shifting out ofPARK (P), just use the manual door lock or the powerdoor lock switch to lock

Trunk{CAUTION:It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lidopen because carbon monoxide (CO) gas cancome into your vehicle. You cannot see orsmell C

Front SeatsManual Seats{CAUTION:You can lose control of the vehicle if you try toadjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicleis moving. The sudden

Emergency Trunk Release HandleNotice: Using the emergency trunk release handleas a tie-down or anchor point when securingitems in the trunk may damage

Windows{CAUTION:Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in avehicle with the windows closed is dangerous.They can be overcome by the extreme heatan

Power WindowsSwitches on the driver’s door panel operate each of thewindows when the ignition is on or when RetainedAccessory Power (RAP) is active. I

Sun VisorsTo block out glare, you can swing down the visors.You can also remove them from the center mount andswing them to the side.Visor Vanity Mirr

If the SECURITY light comes on for one minute andthen shuts off while the ignition is on, the securitysystem has detected a problem. See your dealer f

Content Theft-DeterrentIf your vehicle has this option, it has a contenttheft-deterrent alarm system.A light located in your Twilight Sentinel®cluster

PASS-Key®III OperationYour vehicle is equippedwith the PASS-Key®III(Personalized AutomotiveSecurity System)theft-deterrent system.PASS-Key®III is a pa

To program the new key, do the following:1. Verify that the new key has PK3 stamped on it.2. Insert the current driver’s key in the ignitionand start

Ignition PositionsWith the key in the ignition,you can turn to fourdifferent positions.Notice: Using a tool to force the key from theignition switch c

Starting Your EngineMove your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).Your engine will not start in any other position — that isa safety feature. To re

Manual LumbarThe knob that controls this feature is located on theoutboard side of each front seat. Turn the knob towardthe front of the vehicle to in

Engine Coolant HeaterIf your vehicle has this feature, in very cold weather,0°F (−18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater canhelp. You will get eas

Automatic Transaxle OperationYour automatic transaxle may have a shift lever locatedon the console between the seats or on the steeringcolumn.There ar

Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before startingthe engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxleshift lock control system. You have to f

AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is fornormal driving. If you need more power for passing, andyou are:• Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h),

Parking BrakeYour vehicle has a PUSHTO RELEASE parkingbrake. To set the parkingbrake, hold the regularbrake pedal downwith your right foot. Pushdown t

Shifting Into Park (P){CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle ifthe shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with theparking brake firmly s

Console Shift LeverIf your vehicle has the console shift lever, hold thebrake pedal down with your right foot and set the parkingbrake.1. Hold the bra

Torque LockIf you are parking on a hill and you do not shift yourtransaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of thevehicle may put too much force on

Parking Over Things That Burn{CAUTION:Things that can burn could touch hot exhaustparts under your vehicle and ignite. Do notpark over papers, leaves,

Running Your Engine While YouAre ParkedIt is better not to park with the engine running. But ifyou ever have to, here are some things to know.{CAUTION