2007 Pontiac Solstice Owners Manual

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38 39 40 41 Empty Back-up Lamps Relay (Automatic Transmission); Empty (Manual Transmission) Data Link Connector Outlet Back-up Lamps (Automatic Transmission); Empty (Manual Transmission) Empty (LE5); Vacuum Pump (LNF) Emissions Crank Relay Empty Empty Power Seat Empty (LE5); Vacuum Pump Relay (LNF) Empty Cooling Fan 1 (LE5); Empty (LNF) Empty (LE5); Turbo, Cam Phaser (LNF) Fuses 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 Usage Engine Control Module Engine Control Module, Transmission Anti-lock Brake System Injectors, Ignition Coils (LE5); Ignition Coils (LNF) Back-up Lamps (Manual Transmission); Empty (Automatic Transmission) Empty Daytime Running Lamps Relay Daytime Running Lamps Cooling Fan 1 Relay (LE5); Empty (LNF) Run/Crank Relay Windshield Wiper Low/High Relay Fog Lamps Fog Lamps Relay Horn Relay S Band, OnStar®, Remote Keyless Entry System Fuses Usage 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 Anti-lock Brake System Wiper Diode Windshield Wiper Horn Anti-lock Brake System Instrument Panel Ignition Driver’s Side High Beam Canister Vent Driver’s Side Low-Beam Headlamp Passenger’s Side Low-Beam Headlamp Passenger’s Side High-Beam Headlamp Parking Lamps Relay Parking Lamps Windshield Wiper On/Off Relay Low-Beam Headlamp Relay High-Beam Headlamp Relay 331 Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 353 for more information. Capacities English Metric For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Cooling System 2.0L Engine Automatic 2.0L Engine Manual 2.4L Engine Automatic 2.4L Engine Manual 8.9 qt 9.0 qt 8.5 qt 8.7 qt 5.0 qt 13.6 gal 7.4 qt 2.75 qt 100 lb ft 8.4 L 8.6 L 8.0 L 8.2 L 4.7 L 51.5 L 7.0 L 2.6 L Engine Oil with Filter Fuel Tank Transmission, Automatic (Complete Drain and Reﬁll) Transmission, Manual (Complete Drain and Reﬁll) Wheel Nut Torque All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ﬁll to the appropriate level, as recommended in this manual. 140 Y Engine Speciﬁcations Engine 2.0L L4 2.4L L4 VIN Code Transmission Automatic Manual Automatic Manual Spark Plug Gap 0.035 inch (0.90 mm) 0.040 inch (1.01 mm) 332 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ................................ 334 Introduction ............................................... 334 Maintenance Requirements ........................ 334 Your Vehicle and the Environment ............ 334 How This Section is Organized ................. 334 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ..... 336 Using the Maintenance Schedule ............... 336 Scheduled Maintenance ............................. 337 Part B: Owner Checks and Services ......... 346 At Each Fuel Fill ....................................... 346 At Least Once a Month ............................. 346 At Least Twice a Year .............................. 347 At Least Once a Year ............................... 348 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections .... 351 Steering and Suspension Inspection .......... 351 Exhaust System Inspection ........................ 351 Fuel System Inspection ............................. 351 Engine Cooling System Inspection ............. 352 Throttle System Inspection ........................ 352 Brake System Inspection ........................... 352 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants .............................................. 353 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ... 355 Engine Drive Belt Routing ......................... 356 Part E: Maintenance Record ...................... 357 333 Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. 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. 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 scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty. 334 Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. 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, be sure to maintain your vehicle properly. How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into ﬁve parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualiﬁed and have the necessary equipment, you should let your GM dealer’s service department do these jobs. Your GM dealer has GM-trained and supported service people that will perform the work using genuine GM parts. {CAUTION: 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. See Doing Your Own Service Work on page 236. If you want to purchase service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 380. “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 can perform for you. “Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” lists some recommended products necessary to help keep your vehicle properly maintained. These products, or their equivalents, should be used whether you do the work yourself or have it done. “Part E: Maintenance Record” is a place for you to record and keep track of the maintenance performed on your vehicle. Keep your maintenance receipts. They may be needed to qualify your vehicle for warranty repairs. 335 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services In this part are scheduled maintenance services which are to be performed at the mileage intervals speciﬁed. Using the Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it. You may drive 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 the different ways people use their vehicles, maintenance needs may vary. You may need more frequent checks and replacements. So please read the following and note how you drive. If you have 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 to schedule them. When you go to your dealer for your service needs, you will 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. These schedules are for vehicles that: (cid:127) carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits. You will ﬁnd these on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 226. (cid:127) are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. (cid:127) use the recommended fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 237. 336 Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (160 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (160 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the life of this vehicle. See Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 346 and Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 351. 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. * If your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC), it also has the GM Oil Life System, a computer system that lets you know when to change the oil and ﬁlter. This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage. Based on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably. For the oil life system to work properly, you must reset the system every time the oil is changed. When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished, it will indicate that an oil change is necessary. A CHANGE OIL SOON message on the Driver Information Center (DIC) will come on. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 148. Change your oil as soon as possible within the next two times you stop for fuel. See Engine Oil on page 247. It is possible that, if you are driving under the best conditions, the oil life system may not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year. However, your engine oil and ﬁlter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset. It is also important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level. 337 If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must change your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. See Engine Oil Life System on page 252 for information on resetting the system. + A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation. See Brake System Inspection on page 352. 5,000 Miles (8 000 km) ❑ Vehicles with Driver Information Center (DIC): The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil Life System on page 252. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *) ❑ Vehicles without Driver Information Center: Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 293 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 10,000 Miles (16 000 km) ❑ Vehicles with Driver Information Center (DIC): The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil Life System on page 252. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *) ❑ Vehicles without Driver Information Center: Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 293 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 15,000 Miles (24 000 km) ❑ Vehicles with Driver Information Center (DIC): The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil Life System on page 252. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *) ❑ Vehicles without Driver Information Center: Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. 338 25,000 Miles (40 000 km) ❑ Vehicles with Driver Information Center (DIC): The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil Life System on page 252. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *) ❑ Vehicles without Driver Information Center: Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 293 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter. If necessary, replace the ﬁlter. If vehicle is driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect ﬁlter at every engine oil change. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 254 for more information. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 293 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 20,000 Miles (32 000 km) ❑ Vehicles with Driver Information Center (DIC): The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil Life System on page 252. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *) ❑ Vehicles without Driver Information Center: Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 293 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 339 ❑ 30,000 Miles (48 000 km) ❑ Vehicles with Driver Information Center (DIC): The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil Life System on page 252. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *) ❑ Vehicles without Driver Information Center: Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter. If necessary, replace the ﬁlter. If vehicle is driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect ﬁlter at every engine oil change. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 254 for more information. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 293 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 35,000 Miles (56 000 km) ❑ Vehicles with Driver Information Center (DIC): The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil Life System on page 252. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *) 340 ❑ Vehicles without Driver Information Center: Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 293 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 40,000 Miles (64 000 km) ❑ Vehicles with Driver Information Center (DIC): The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil Life System on page 252. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *) ❑ Vehicles without Driver Information Center: Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 293 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ 45,000 Miles (72 000 km) ❑ Vehicles with Driver Information Center (DIC): The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil Life System on page 252. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *) ❑ Vehicles without Driver Information Center: Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter. If necessary, replace the ﬁlter. If vehicle is driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect ﬁlter at every engine oil change. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 254 for more information. 50,000 Miles (80 000 km) ❑ Vehicles with Driver Information Center (DIC): The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil Life System on page 252. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *) ❑ Vehicles without Driver Information Center: Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace engine air cleaner ﬁlter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 254 for more information. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 293 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Change automatic transmission 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. − Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the ﬂuid and ﬁlter at 100,000 miles (160 000 km). 341 ❑ 55,000 Miles (88 000 km) ❑ Vehicles with Driver Information Center (DIC): The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil Life System on page 252. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *) ❑ Vehicles without Driver Information Center: Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 293 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 60,000 Miles (96 000 km) ❑ Vehicles with Driver Information Center (DIC): The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil Life System on page 252. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *) ❑ Vehicles without Driver Information Center: Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. 342 Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter. If necessary, replace the ﬁlter. If vehicle is driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect ﬁlter at every engine oil change. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 254 for more information. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 293 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 65,000 Miles (104 000 km) ❑ Vehicles with Driver Information Center (DIC): The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil Life System on page 252. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *) ❑ Vehicles without Driver Information Center: Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 293 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ 70,000 Miles (112 000 km) ❑ Vehicles with Driver Information Center (DIC): The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil Life System on page 252. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *) ❑ Vehicles without Driver Information Center: Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 293 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 75,000 Miles (120 000 km) ❑ Vehicles with Driver Information Center (DIC): The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil Life System on page 252. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *) ❑ Vehicles without Driver Information Center: Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter. If necessary, replace the ﬁlter. If vehicle is driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect ﬁlter at every engine oil change. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 254 for more information. 80,000 Miles (128 000 km) ❑ Vehicles with Driver Information Center (DIC): The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil Life System on page 252. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *) ❑ Vehicles without Driver Information Center: Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 293 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 343 ❑ 85,000 Miles (136 000 km) ❑ Vehicles with Driver Information Center (DIC): The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil Life System on page 252. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *) ❑ Vehicles without Driver Information Center: Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 293 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 90,000 Miles (144 000 km) ❑ Vehicles with Driver Information Center (DIC): The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil Life System on page 252. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *) ❑ Vehicles without Driver Information Center: Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. 344 Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter. If necessary, replace the ﬁlter. If vehicle is driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect ﬁlter at every engine oil change. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 254 for more information. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 293 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 95,000 Miles (152 000 km) ❑ Vehicles with Driver Information Center (DIC): The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil Life System on page 252. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *) ❑ Vehicles without Driver Information Center: Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 293 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ 100,000 Miles (160 000 km) ❑ Vehicles with Driver Information Center (DIC): The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when to change the engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil Life System on page 252. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *) ❑ Vehicles without Driver Information Center: Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace engine air cleaner ﬁlter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 254 for more information. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 293 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Change automatic transmission 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. − Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery service. If you have not used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and, therefore, have not changed your automatic transmission ﬂuid, change both the ﬂuid and ﬁlter. 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) ❑ Drain, ﬂush, and reﬁll cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs ﬁrst). This service can be complex; you should have your dealer perform this service. See Engine Coolant on page 257 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap, and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. Inspect engine accessory drive belt. Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if necessary. An Emission Control Service. 345 ❑ 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 on page 247 for further details. Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL® coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant on page 257 for further details. Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer ﬂuid level in the windshield washer ﬂuid reservoir and add the proper ﬂuid if necessary. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 269 for further details. At Least Once a Month Tire Inspection and Inﬂation Check Visually inspect your vehicle’s tires for wear and make sure they are inﬂated to the correct pressures. See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 292. 346 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 airbag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. The airbag 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 Windshield and Wiper Blades on page 320. 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 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 353. Manual Transmission Check It is not necessary to check the transmission ﬂuid level. Check for leaks. A ﬂuid leak is the only reason for ﬂuid loss. Have the system inspected and repaired if needed. Automatic Transmission Inspection It is not necessary to check the transmission ﬂuid level. A transmission ﬂuid leak is the only reason for ﬂuid loss. Check for leaks. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to your dealer and have it repaired as soon as possible. Hydraulic Clutch System Check Check the ﬂuid level in the brake system and clutch system reservoir. See Hydraulic Clutch on page 256. A ﬂuid loss in the brake or clutch hydraulic system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired at once. 347 At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant speciﬁed in Part D. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all hood latch assemblies, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, hood and body door hinges, rear compartment, and any folding seat hardware. Part D tells you what to use. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment. 348 Starter Switch Check {CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 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 on page 86. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle should start only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer for service. On manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever in NEUTRAL, push the clutch pedal down halfway, and try to start the engine. The vehicle should start only when the clutch pedal is pushed down all the way to the ﬂoor. If the vehicle starts when the clutch pedal is not pushed all the way down, contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer for service. Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check {CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 86. Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move. 3. With the engine off, turn the ignition to RUN, but do not start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer for service. Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK in each shift lever position. (cid:127) With an automatic transmission, the ignition should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The ignition key should come out only in LOCK. (cid:127) With a manual transmission, the ignition key should come out only in LOCK. Turn the steering wheel to the left and to the right. It should only lock when turned to the right. Contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer if service is required. 349 Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission Park (P) Mechanism Check {CAUTION: 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. Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. (cid:127) To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. (cid:127) 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. Contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer if service is required. 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. 350 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 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 Publications Ordering Information on page 380. Steering and Suspension 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. Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build-up in the ﬂoor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See Engine Exhaust on page 91. Fuel System Inspection Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks. 351 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. Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chaﬁng, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Inspect other brake parts, including calipers, parking brake, etc. You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking. 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. 352 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation may be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil (2.4L L4 engine) Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. GM Goodwrench® oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle. To determine the proper viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see Engine Oil on page 247. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil (2.0L L4 engine) The engine requires a special engine oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting this standard may be identiﬁed with the American Petroleum Institute (API) Certiﬁed for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. However, not all synthetic API oils with the starburst symbol will meet this GM standard. You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M. GM Goodwrench® oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle. For the proper viscosity, see Engine Oil on page 247. Engine Coolant Hydraulic Brake System Hydraulic Clutch System Power Steering System 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL® Coolant. See Engine Coolant on page 257. Delco® Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. Delco® Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in Canada 89021186). 353 Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada 992723) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Hood and Door Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. U.S. 12345579, in Canada 992887). Optikleen® Washer Solvent. Manual Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 89021806, in Canada 89021807). DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12378261, in Canada 10953455) meeting GM Speciﬁcation 9986115. SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12378261, in Canada 10953455) meeting GM Speciﬁcation 9986115. With a complete drain and reﬁll add 4 ounces (118 ml) of Limited-Slip Axle Lubricant Additive (GM Part No. U.S. 1052358, in Canada 992694) where required. See Rear Axle on page 279. Usage Windshield Washer Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Key Lock Cylinders Rear Axle Rear Axle (Limited-Slip Differential) 354 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your GM dealer. Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Engine Oil Filter Spark Plugs 2.4L Engine 2.0L Engine Windshield Wiper Blade (Hook Type) Driver’s Side —16 inches (40 cm) Passenger’s Side — 22 inches (55 cm) 15287103 12605566 12598004 12590701 10344209 10344210 ACDelco® Part Number A3076C PF457G 41-103 41-102 — — 355 Engine Drive Belt Routing 2.0L and 2.4L L4 Engines Belt routing for A/C option shown. Dotted line represents routing for non A/C option. 356 Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record Maintenance Record 357 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record Maintenance Record (cont’d) 358 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record Maintenance Record (cont’d) 359 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record Maintenance Record (cont’d) 360 Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance and Information ....... 362 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ............... 362 Online Owner Center ................................. 365 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users .......................... 366 Customer Assistance Offices ..................... 366 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ........ 367 Roadside Assistance Program ................... 368 Courtesy Transportation ............................. 371 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders ...................................... 373 Collision Damage Repair ........................... 375 Reporting Safety Defects ............................ 379 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ..................... 379 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ............................ 379 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ...................................... 379 Service Publications Ordering Information ............................................. 380 361 Customer Assistance and Information 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, in the U.S., contact the Pontiac Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-762-2737. In Canada, contact General Motors of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). We encourage you to call the toll-free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention. Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative: (cid:127) Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN). 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. (cid:127) Dealership name and location. (cid:127) Vehicle delivery date and present mileage. 362 You can contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll-free telephone number or write them at the following address: BBB Auto Line Program Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington, VA 22203-1838 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. 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 — U.S. Owners: 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 BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights. The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to ﬁling a court action, use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days. If you do not agree with the decision given in your case, you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you. 363 STEP THREE — Canadian Owners: In the event that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, General Motors of Canada Limited wants you to be aware of its participation in a no-charge Mediation/Arbitration Program. General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory-related vehicle service claims. The program provides for the review of the facts involved by an impartial third party arbiter, and may include an informal hearing before the arbiter. The program is designed so that the entire dispute settlement process, from the time you ﬁle your complaint to the ﬁnal decision, should be completed in approximately 70 days. We believe our impartial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal, quick, and free of charge. For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), call toll-free 1-800-207-0685. Alternatively, you can call the General Motors Customer Communication Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), 1-800-263-7854 (French), or write to: Mediation/Arbitration Program c/o Customer Communication Centre General Motors of Canada Limited Mail Code: CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Your inquiry should be accompanied by your Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN). 364 Online Owner Center Online Owner Center (United States only) The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs. Speciﬁc vehicle information can be found in one place. The Online Owner Center allows you to: (cid:127) Get e-mail service reminders. (cid:127) Access information about your speciﬁc vehicle, including tips and videos and an electronic version of this owner manual. (cid:127) Keep track of your vehicle’s service history and maintenance schedule. (cid:127) Find GM dealers for service nationwide. (cid:127) Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members. My GM Canada (Canada only) My GM Canada is a password-protected section of gmcanada.com where you can save information on GM vehicles, get personalized offers, and use handy tools and forms with greater ease. Here are a few of the valuable tools and services you will have access to: − My Showroom: Find and save information on vehicles and current offers in your area. − My Dealers/Retailers: Save details such as address and phone number for each of your preferred GM Dealers or Retailers. − My Driveway: Receive service reminders and helpful advice on owning and maintaining your vehicle. − My Preferences: Manage your proﬁle, subscribe to E-News and use tools and forms with greater ease. Refer to www.MyGMLink.com on the web for updated information and to register your vehicle. To sign up to My GM Canada, visit the My GM Canada section within www.gmcanada.com. 365 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. However, if a customer wishes to write or e-mail Pontiac, the letter should be addressed to: United States — Customer Assistance Pontiac Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33172 Detroit, MI 48232-5172 www.Pontiac.com 1-800-762-2737 or 1-800-833-7668 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) 366 Roadside Assistance: 1-800-ROADSIDE (762-3743) Fax Number: 313-381-0022 From Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) Fax Number: 313-381-0022 From U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 Fax Number: 313-381-0022 Canada — Customer Assistance General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 www.gmcanada.com 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 Overseas — Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) — Customer Assistance 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 Reimbursement Program This program, available to qualiﬁed applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle, such as hand controls or a wheelchair/scooter lift. The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease. For more details, or to determine your vehicle’s eligibility, visit gmmobility.com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-9935. General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details. TTY users call 1-800-263-3830. 367 Roadside Assistance Program In the U.S., call 1-800-ROADSIDE (762-3743) In Canada, call 1-800-268-6800 Service available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. As the 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. Who is Covered? Roadside Assistance coverage is for the vehicle operator, regardless of ownership. A person driving this vehicle without the consent of the owner is not eligible for coverage. The following services are provided in the U.S. during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty period and, in Canada, during the Base Warranty coverage period of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, up to a maximum coverage of $100. (cid:127) Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel for the customer to get to the nearest service station (approximately $5 in the U.S. and 10 litres in Canada). Service to provide diesel may be restricted. For safety reasons, propane and other alternative fuels will not be provided through this service. (cid:127) Lock-out Service: To ensure security, the driver must present the vehicle registration and personal ID before lock-out service is provided. Lock-out service is covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle. If your vehicle does not start, Roadside Assistance will arrange to have your vehicle towed to the nearest authorized dealership. In the U.S., replacement keys made at the customer’s expense will be covered within 10 miles (16 km). 368 (cid:127) Emergency Tow From a Public Roadway or Highway: Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle-disabling accident. Winch-out assistance when the vehicle is mired in sand, mud, or snow. (cid:127) Flat Tire Change: Installation of your spare tire in good condition is covered at no charge. The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure. (cid:127) Jump Start: No-start occurrences which require a battery jump start is covered at no charge. Additional Services for Canadian Customers (cid:127) Trip Routing Service: Upon Request, Roadside Assistance can send you detailed, computer-personalized maps, highlighting your choice of either the most direct route or the most scenic route to your destination, anywhere in North America, along with any helpful travel information we may have pertaining to your trip. To request this service, please call us toll-free at 1-800-268-6800. We will make every attempt to send your personalized trip routing as quickly as possible, but it’s best to allow three weeks before your planned departure date. Trip routing requests will be limited to six per calendar year. (cid:127) Trip Interruption Beneﬁts and Assistance: In the event of a warranty related vehicle disablement, while en route and over 250 kilometres from original point of departure, you may qualify for trip interruption expense assistance. This assistance covers reasonable reimbursement of up to a maximum of $500 (Canadian) for (A) meals (maximum of $50/day), (B) lodging (maximum of $100/night) and (C) alternate ground transportation (maximum of $40/day). This beneﬁt is to assist you with some of the unplanned expense you may incur while waiting for your vehicle to be repaired. Pre-authorization, original detailed receipts and a copy of the repair order are required. Once authorization has been given, your advisor will help you make any necessary arrangements and explain how to claim for trip interruption expense assistance. 369 (cid:127) Alternative Service: There may be times, when Roadside Assistance cannot provide timely assistance, your advisor may authorize you to secure local emergency road service, and you will be reimbursed up to $100 upon submission of the original receipt to Roadside Assistance. In many instances, mechanical failures are covered under Pontiac’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty, and the duration of the Base Warranty Coverage for Canadian customers of the new Vehicle Limited Warranty. However, any cost for parts and labor for non-warranty repairs are the responsibility of the driver. For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please provide the following to the Roadside Assistance Representative: (cid:127) Your name, home address, and home telephone number. (cid:127) Telephone number of your location. (cid:127) Location of the vehicle. (cid:127) Model, year, color, and license plate number of the vehicle. (cid:127) Odometer reading, Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN), and delivery date of the vehicle. (cid:127) Description of the problem. 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 are only a phone call away. Pontiac Roadside Assistance: 1-800-ROADSIDE (762-3743), text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-888-889-2438, Canadian customers call 1-800-268-6800. Pontiac and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in their sole discretion, the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence. Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Pontiac and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any time without notiﬁcation. 370 Towing and Road Service Exclusions Speciﬁcally excluded from Roadside Assistance coverage are towing or services for vehicles operated on a non-public roadway or highway, ﬁnes, impound towing caused by a violation of local, Municipal, State, Provincial, or Federal law, and mounting, dismounting or changing of snow tires, chains, or other traction devices. Courtesy Transportation To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. For warranty repairs during the Bumper-to-Bumper (U.S.) or Base Warranty Coverage period (Canada), provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, interim transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation program. Several courtesy transportation options are available to assist in reducing your inconvenience when warranty repairs are required. Courtesy Transportation is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty and is available only at participating dealers. A separate booklet entitled “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information” furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information. Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service, 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. 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 the same day repair. 371 Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait, GM helps to minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances, your dealer can offer you one of the following: Shuttle Service Shuttle service is the preferred means of offering Courtesy Transportation and participating dealers can provide you with shuttle service to get you to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule. This includes one-way or round trip shuttle service within reasonable time and distance parameters for the dealer’s area. Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, and public transportation is used as ‘shuttle service,’ the reimbursement is limited to the associated shuttle allowance and must be supported by original receipts. In addition, for U.S. customers, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available. Claim amounts should reﬂect actual costs and be supported by original receipts. Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle that you obtain if your vehicle is kept for an overnight warranty repair. Rental reimbursement will be limited and must be supported by original receipts. This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state/provincial, 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. 372 Additional Program Information 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. 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. Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and, if the vehicle has the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), to provide anti-lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations. Some information may be stored during regular operations to facilitate repair of detected malfunctions; other information is stored only in a crash event by computer systems, such as those commonly called Event Data Recorders (EDR). 373 In addition, once GM collects or receives data, GM may: (cid:127) use the data for GM research needs, (cid:127) make it available for research where appropriate conﬁdentiality is to be maintained and need is shown, or (cid:127) share summary data which is not tied to a speciﬁc vehicle with non-GM organizations for research purposes. Others, such as law enforcement, may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data. If your vehicle has OnStar®, please check the OnStar® subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection. In a crash event, computer systems, such as the airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) in your vehicle may record information about the condition of the vehicle and how it was operated, such as data related to engine speed, brake application, throttle position, vehicle speed, safety belt usage, airbag readiness, airbag performance, and the severity of a collision. This information has been used to improve vehicle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety. Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes, these on-board systems do not record sounds, such as conversation of vehicle occupants. To read this information, special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data is required. GM will not access information about a crash event or share it with others other than: (cid:127) with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee, in response to an official request of police or similar government office, (cid:127) (cid:127) as part of GM’s defense of litigation through the discovery process, or (cid:127) as required by law. 374 Collision Damage Repair If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged, have the damage repaired by a qualiﬁed technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement parts. Poorly performed collision repairs will diminish your vehicle’s resale value, and safety performance can be compromised in subsequent collisions. Collision Parts Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts made with the same materials and construction methods as the parts with which your vehicle was originally built. Genuine GM Collision parts are your best choice to assure that your vehicle’s designed appearance, durability, and safety are preserved. The use of Genuine GM parts can help maintain your GM New Vehicle Warranty. Recycled original equipment parts may also be used for repair. These parts are typically removed from vehicles that were total losses in prior accidents. In most cases, the parts being recycled are from undamaged sections of the vehicle. A recycled original equipment GM part, may be an acceptable choice to maintain your vehicle’s originally designed appearance and safety performance, however, the history of these parts is not known. Such parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any related failures are not covered by that warranty. Aftermarket collision parts are also available. These are made by companies other than GM and may not have been tested for your vehicle. As a result, these parts may ﬁt poorly, exhibit premature durability/corrosion problems, and may not perform properly in subsequent collisions. Aftermarket parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any vehicle failure related to such parts are not covered by that warranty. 375 Repair Facility GM also recommends that you choose a collision repair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repairs. Your GM dealer may have a collision repair center with GM-trained technicians and state of the art equipment, or be able to recommend a collision repair center that has GM-trained technicians and comparable equipment. Insuring Your Vehicle Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage. There are signiﬁcant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms. Many insurance policies provide reduced protection to your GM vehicle by limiting compensation for damage repairs by using aftermarket collision parts. Some insurance companies will not specify aftermarket collision parts. When purchasing insurance, we recommend that you assure your vehicle will be repaired with GM original equipment collision parts. If such insurance coverage is not available from your current insurance carrier, consider switching to another insurance carrier. 376 If your vehicle is leased, the leasing company may require you to have insurance that assures repairs with Genuine GM Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts. Read your lease carefully, as you may be charged at the end of your lease for poor quality repairs. If an Accident Occurs Here is what to do if you are involved in an accident. (cid:127) Try to relax and then check to make sure you (cid:127) are all right. If you are uninjured, make sure that no one else in your vehicle, or the other vehicle, is injured. If there has been an injury, call 911 for help. Do not leave the scene of an accident until all matters have been taken care of. Move your vehicle only if its position puts you in danger or you are instructed to move it by a police officer. (cid:127) Give only the necessary and requested information to police and other parties involved in the accident. Do not discuss your personal condition, mental frame of mind, or anything unrelated to the accident. This will help guard against post-accident legal action. (cid:127) (cid:127) If you need roadside assistance, call GM Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 368 for more information. If your vehicle cannot be driven, know where the towing service will be taking it. Get a card from the tow truck operator or write down the driver’s name, the service’s name, and the phone number. (cid:127) Remove any valuables from your vehicle before it is towed away. Make sure this includes your insurance information and registration if you keep these items in your vehicle. (cid:127) Gather the important information you will need from the other driver. Things like name, address, phone number, driver’s license number, vehicle license plate, vehicle make, model and model year, Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN), insurance company and policy number, and a general description of the damage to the other vehicle. (cid:127) If possible, call your insurance company from the scene of the accident. They will walk you through the information they will need. If they ask for a police report, phone or go to the police department headquarters the next day and you can get a copy of the report for a nominal fee. In some states/provinces with “no fault” insurance laws, a report may not be necessary. This is especially true if there are no injuries and both vehicles are driveable. (cid:127) Choose a reputable collision repair facility for your vehicle. Whether you select a GM dealer or a private collision repair facility to ﬁx the damage, make sure you are comfortable with them. Remember, you will have to feel comfortable with their work for a long time. (cid:127) Once you have an estimate, read it carefully and make sure you understand what work will be performed on your vehicle. If you have a question, ask for an explanation. Reputable shops welcome this opportunity. 377 Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs, GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair. If you have a pre-determined repair facility of choice, take your vehicle there, or have it towed there. Specify to the facility that any required replacement collision parts be original equipment parts, either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM parts. Remember, recycled parts will not be covered by your GM vehicle warranty. Insurance pays the bill for the repair, but you must live with the repair. Depending on your policy limits, your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts. Discuss this with your repair professional, and insist on Genuine GM parts. Remember if your vehicle is leased you may be obligated to have the vehicle repaired with Genuine GM parts, even if your insurance coverage does not pay the full cost. If another party’s insurance company is paying for the repairs, you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company’s collision policy repair limits, as you have no contractual limits with that company. In such cases, you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as cost stays within reasonable limits. 378 Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it ﬁnds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA 400 Seventh Street, SW. Washington, D.C. 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov. 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 call them at 1-800-333-0510 or write to: Transport Canada Road Safety Branch 2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa, Ontario K1B 3V9 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 Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33172 Detroit, MI 48232-5172 379 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. In Canada, the service bulletin reference number can be obtained by contacting your General Motors dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE (1-800-463-7483). This reference number is needed to order the service bulletin from Helm, Inc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $6.00 US + Processing Fee 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, CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments, and speciﬁcations for GM transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases. 380 Owner Information Owner publications are written speciﬁcally for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner Manual, and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 US + Processing Fee Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00 US + Processing Fee Current and Past Model Order Forms Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of the vehicle. ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. on the World Wide Web at: www.helminc.com Or you can write to: Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation. Allow ample time for delivery. Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are quoted in U.S. funds. Canadian residents are to make checks payable in U.S. funds. 381 ✍ NOTES 382 A Accessories and Modiﬁcations ..................... 235 Accessory Power Outlet(s) .......................... 121 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ....................................................... 55 ............................................ 238 Additives, Fuel Add-On Electrical Equipment ....................... 326 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ............................. 254 Air Conditioning ........................................... 122 Airbag Passenger Status Indicator ....................... 132 Readiness Light ....................................... 131 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) .......................................... 373 Airbag System ............................................... 42 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ......................... 55 How Does an Airbag Restrain? .................. 48 Passenger Sensing System ....................... 50 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ..... 54 What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? .................. 48 What Will You See After an Airbag Inﬂates? ...................................... 48 When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? ................. 47 Where Are the Airbags? ............................. 45 Antenna, Fixed Mast ................................... 187 Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System .................................................... 187 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 195 Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light ....... 135 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ........ 321 Care of Safety Belts ................................ 317 Chemical Paint Spotting ........................... 323 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses .............. 318 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle .......... 314 Convertible Top ........................................ 320 Fabric/Carpet ........................................... 315 Finish Care .............................................. 319

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