2005 Pontiac VIBE Owners Manual

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If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to: Transport Canada 330 Sparks Street Tower C Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N5 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 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments, and speciﬁcations for GM transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $50.00 Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle. In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General Motors dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE (1-800-463-7483). 7-11 Owner’s Information Owner publications are written speciﬁcally for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual, and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of the vehicle. ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Eastern Time 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. 7-12 A Accessory Power Outlets ................................. 3-18 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ............................... 1-61 Additives, Fuel ................................................. 5-6 Add-On Electrical Equipment ............................ 5-95 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ................................. 5-21 Air Conditioning .............................................. 3-20 Airbag Passenger Status Indicator ........................... 3-30 Readiness Light .......................................... 3-29 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) ........ 7-9 Airbag System ................................................ 1-46 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ................................................... 1-61 How Does an Airbag Restrain? ...................... 1-53 Passenger Sensing System ........................... 1-56 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle .......... 1-60 What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? ...................... 1-53 What Will You See After an Airbag Inﬂates? ........................................ 1-54 When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? .................... 1-51 Where Are the Airbags? ............................... 1-49 All-Wheel Drive ............................................... 5-48 All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) System ......................... 4-11 Antenna, Fixed Mast ....................................... 3-65 Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System .......................................... 3-65 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........................... 4-7 Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light .............. 3-33 Appearance Care ............................................ 5-87 Aluminum Wheels ........................................ 5-92 Care of Safety Belts .................................... 5-90 Chemical Paint Spotting ............................... 5-93 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses .................... 5-90 Fabric/Carpet .............................................. 5-87 Finish Care ................................................. 5-91 Finish Damage ............................................ 5-93 Glass Surfaces ............................................ 5-89 Instrument Panel ......................................... 5-89 Interior Plastic Components ........................... 5-89 Leather ...................................................... 5-89 Sheet Metal Damage ................................... 5-93 Tires .......................................................... 5-92 Underbody Maintenance ............................... 5-93 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ................ 5-94 Vinyl .......................................................... 5-89 Washing Your Vehicle ................................... 5-90 Weatherstrips .............................................. 5-90 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ....... 5-91 Ashtrays ........................................................ 3-19 Audio System(s) ............................................. 3-42 Care of Your CD Player ............................... 3-65 Care of Your CDs ........................................ 3-64 Fixed Mast Antenna ..................................... 3-65 Navigation/Radio System .............................. 3-64 Radio with CD ............................................ 3-43 Radio with Six-Disc CD ................................ 3-53 Setting the Time .......................................... 3-42 Understanding Radio Reception ..................... 3-64 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ............ 3-65 Automatic Headlamp System ............................ 3-15 Automatic Transaxle Fluid .......................................................... 5-23 Operation ................................................... 2-22 Brakes .......................................................... 5-39 Braking ........................................................... 4-6 Braking in Emergencies ..................................... 4-9 Break-In, New Vehicle ..................................... 2-17 Bulb Replacement ........................................... 5-49 Back-Up Lamps ........................................... 5-54 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ........ 5-51 Halogen Bulbs ............................................ 5-49 Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and Parking Lamps ......................................... 5-49 Replacement Bulbs ...................................... 5-55 Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps ............ 5-53 Buying New Tires ........................................... 5-70 Battery .......................................................... 5-42 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ......................... 4-23 Brake Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........................ 4-7 Emergencies ................................................ 4-9 Panic Assist ................................................ 4-11 Parking ...................................................... 2-28 System Inspection ....................................... 6-18 System Warning Light .................................. 3-32 California Fuel .................................................. 5-6 Canadian Owners ................................................ ii Capacities and Speciﬁcations .......................... 5-100 Carbon Monoxide ................... 2-11, 2-32, 4-26, 4-40 Care of Safety Belts ................................................ 5-90 Your CD Player ........................................... 3-65 Your CDs ................................................... 3-64 Cargo Cover .................................................. 2-39 Cargo Tie Downs ............................................ 2-40 Center Console Storage Area ........................... 2-37 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ........... 5-51 Chains, Tire ................................................... 5-73 Charging System Light .................................... 3-31 Check Engine Light ............................................... 3-35 Checking Things Under the Hood ...................... 5-10 Chemical Paint Spotting ................................... 5-93 Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems ............................... 1-31 Infants and Young Children ........................... 1-28 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) .......................... 1-38 Older Children ............................................. 1-26 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ................................... 1-39 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position ................................... 1-40 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position .......................... 1-42 Top Strap ................................................... 1-35 Top Strap Anchor Location ............................ 1-37 Where to Put the Restraint ........................... 1-34 Cigarette Lighter ............................................. 3-19 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels ........................................ 5-92 Exterior Lamps/Lenses ................................. 5-90 Fabric/Carpet .............................................. 5-87 Finish Care ................................................. 5-91 Glass Surfaces ............................................ 5-89 Instrument Panel ......................................... 5-89 Interior Plastic Components ........................... 5-89 Leather ...................................................... 5-89 Tires .......................................................... 5-92 Underbody Maintenance ............................... 5-93 Vinyl .......................................................... 5-89 Washing Your Vehicle ................................... 5-90 Weatherstrips .............................................. 5-90 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ....... 5-91 Climate Control System ................................... 3-20 Air Filter, Passenger Compartment ................. 3-23 Outlet Adjustment ........................................ 3-22 Clutch, Hydraulic ............................................. 5-27 Coinholder(s) .................................................. 2-37 Compact Spare Tire ........................................ 5-86 Content Theft-Deterrent .................................... 2-15 Control of a Vehicle .......................................... 4-6 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage ............................ 3-35 Heater, Engine ............................................ 2-21 Cooling System .............................................. 5-32 Cruise Control Lever ....................................... 3-10 Cruise Control Light ........................................ 3-39 Cupholder(s) .................................................. 2-37 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation .................................. 7-7 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ............................... 7-4 Customer Assistance Offices ........................... 7-4 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..................... 7-2 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities ................................................ 7-5 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ........................................ 7-11 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government .............................. 7-11 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ......................... 7-10 Roadside Assistance Program ......................... 7-6 Service Publications Ordering Information ........ 7-11 Daytime Running Lamps .................................. 3-14 Defensive Driving ............................................. 4-2 Doing Your Own Service Work ........................... 5-4 Door Ajar Light ................................................... 3-40 Locks .......................................................... 2-7 Power Door Locks ......................................... 2-8 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ............... 2-9 Rear Door Security Locks ............................. 2-10 Driver Position, Safety Belt ..................................... 1-14 Seat Height Adjuster ...................................... 1-3 Driving At Night ..................................................... 4-17 City ........................................................... 4-21 Defensive ..................................................... 4-2 Drunken ....................................................... 4-3 Freeway ..................................................... 4-22 Hill and Mountain Roads .............................. 4-24 In Rain and on Wet Roads ........................... 4-18 Recovery Hook ........................................... 4-31 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out ................. 4-30 Winter ........................................................ 4-26 E Electrical System Add-On Equipment ...................................... 5-95 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ................... 5-98 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ........................... 5-96 Headlamp Wiring ......................................... 5-96 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ......................... 5-97 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...... 5-96 Windshield Wiper Fuses ............................... 5-96 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ......................................... 5-21 Battery ....................................................... 5-42 Check and Service Engine Soon Light ............ 3-35 Coolant ...................................................... 5-28 Coolant Heater ............................................ 2-21 Coolant Temperature Gage ........................... 3-35 Cooling System Inspection ............................ 6-18 Engine Compartment Overview ...................... 5-12 Exhaust ..................................................... 2-32 Oil ............................................................. 5-16 Overheating ................................................ 5-30 Starting ...................................................... 2-19 Entry Lighting ................................................. 3-16 Event Data Recorders (EDR) ............................. 7-9 Extender, Safety Belt ....................................... 1-25 Exterior Lamps ............................................... 3-13 Filter Engine Air Cleaner ...................................... 5-21 Finish Damage ............................................... 5-93 Fixed Mast Antenna ........................................ 3-65 Flash-to-Pass ................................................... 3-8 Flat Tire ........................................................ 5-74 Flat Tire, Changing ......................................... 5-75 Flat Tire, Storing ............................................. 5-84 Floor Mats ..................................................... 2-38 Fluid Automatic Transaxle ..................................... 5-23 Manual Transaxle ........................................ 5-26 Power Steering ........................................... 5-37 Windshield Washer ...................................... 5-38 Fog Lamps .................................................... 3-15 Folding Seatback, Passenger ............................. 1-5 ............................................................... 5-5 Fuel Additives ...................................................... 5-6 California Fuel .............................................. 5-6 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ..................... 5-9 Filling Your Tank ........................................... 5-7 Fuels in Foreign Countries .............................. 5-7 Gage ......................................................... 3-41 Gasoline Octane ........................................... 5-5 Fuel (cont.) Gasoline Speciﬁcations .................................. 5-6 Low Warning Light ....................................... 3-41 System Inspection ....................................... 6-17 Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block ................... 5-98 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ........................... 5-96 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ......................... 5-97 Windshield Wiper ......................................... 5-96 Gage Engine Coolant Temperature ......................... 3-35 Fuel .......................................................... 3-41 Speedometer .............................................. 3-27 Tachometer ................................................. 3-27 Gasoline Octane ........................................................ 5-5 Speciﬁcations ............................................... 5-6 Glove Box ..................................................... 2-37 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities .................................................... 7-5 Hazard Warning Flashers ................................... 3-6 Head Restraints ............................................... 1-5 Headlamp Wiring ............................................ 5-96 Headlamps Automatic Headlamp System ......................... 3-15 Bulb Replacement ....................................... 5-49 Daytime Running Lamps ............................... 3-14 Flash-to-Pass ............................................... 3-8 Halogen Bulbs ............................................ 5-49 Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and Parking Lamps ......................................... 5-49 High/Low Beam Changer ................................ 3-8 On Reminder .............................................. 3-13 Heater ........................................................... 3-20 Height Adjuster, Driver Seat ............................... 1-3 Highbeam On Light ......................................... 3-40 Highway Hypnosis ........................................... 4-24 Hill and Mountain Roads .................................. 4-24 Hood Checking Things Under ................................ 5-10 Release ..................................................... 5-10 Horn ............................................................... 3-6 How to Use This Manual ...................................... ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ................... 1-14 Hydraulic Clutch ............................................. 5-27 I Ignition Positions ............................................. 2-18 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ............... 1-28 Inﬂation -- Tire Pressure .................................. 5-64 Inspection Brake System ............................................. 6-18 Engine Cooling System ................................ 6-18 Exhaust System .......................................... 6-17 Fuel System ............................................... 6-17 Part C - Periodic Maintenance ....................... 6-17 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal ......................................... 6-17 Throttle System ........................................... 6-18 Instrument Panel Brightness .................................................. 3-15 Cluster ....................................................... 3-26 Overview ..................................................... 3-4 Storage Area .............................................. 2-37 Interior Lamps Control ..................................... 3-16 Jump Starting ................................................. 5-43 Keyless Entry System ....................................... 2-4 Keys ............................................................... 2-2 Labelling, Tire Sidewall .................................... 5-58 Lamps Exterior ...................................................... 3-13 Fog ........................................................... 3-15 Interior Control ............................................ 3-16 Reading ..................................................... 3-17 LATCH System Child Restraints ........................................... 1-38 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ................................... 1-39 Liftgate/Liftglass .............................................. 2-11 Liftglass/Liftgate .............................................. 2-11 Light Airbag Readiness ........................................ 3-29 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ................... 3-33 Brake System Warning ................................. 3-32 Charging System ......................................... 3-31 Cruise Control ............................................. 3-39 Door Ajar ................................................... 3-40 Light (cont.) Highbeam On ............................................. 3-40 Lights On Reminder ..................................... 3-39 Low Fuel Warning ....................................... 3-41 Low Tire Pressure Warning Light ................... 3-33 Low Washer Fluid Warning ........................... 3-40 Malfunction Indicator .................................... 3-35 Oil Pressure ............................................... 3-38 Overdrive Off .............................................. 3-40 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator .................. 3-30 Safety Belt Reminder ................................... 3-28 Stabilitrak® Indicator ..................................... 3-34 Taillamp Indicator ......................................... 3-39 TCS Warning Light ...................................... 3-34 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning .......... 3-34 Lighting Entry ......................................................... 3-16 Locks Door ........................................................... 2-7 Power Door .................................................. 2-8 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ............... 2-9 Rear Door Security Locks ............................. 2-10 Loss of Control ............................................... 4-16 Low Fuel Warning Light ................................... 3-41 Low Washer Fluid Warning Light ....................... 3-40 Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts .......... 5-102 Maintenance Schedule At Each Fuel Fill ......................................... 6-13 At Least Once a Month ................................ 6-13 At Least Once a Year .................................. 6-14 At Least Twice a Year .................................. 6-14 Brake System Inspection .............................. 6-18 Engine Cooling System Inspection ................. 6-18 Exhaust System Inspection ........................... 6-17 Fuel System Inspection ................................ 6-17 How This Section is Organized ....................... 6-3 Introduction .................................................. 6-2 Maintenance Requirements ............................. 6-2 Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services ......... 6-4 Part B - Owner Checks and Services ............. 6-13 Part C - Periodic Maintenance Inspections ...... 6-17 Part D - Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ............................................... 6-19 Part E - Maintenance Record ........................ 6-21 Scheduled Maintenance ................................. 6-4 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection .......................... 6-17 Throttle System Inspection ............................ 6-18 Using Your ................................................... 6-4 Your Vehicle and the Environment ................... 6-2 Malfunction Indicator Light ................................ 3-35 Manual Seats ................................................... 1-2 Manual Transaxle Fluid .......................................................... 5-26 Operation ................................................... 2-25 Manual Windows ............................................ 2-14 Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror ................................ 2-34 Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar® ............. 2-34 Outside Convex Mirror ................................. 2-35 Outside Remote Control Mirrors ..................... 2-34 MyGMLink.com ................................................ 7-3 Navigation/Radio System .................................. 3-64 New Vehicle Break-In ...................................... 2-17 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ........... 5-102 Odometer ...................................................... 3-27 Odometers, Trip .............................................. 3-27 Off-Road Recovery .......................................... 4-14 Oil Engine ....................................................... 5-16 Pressure Light ............................................. 3-38 Older Children, Restraints ................................ 1-26 Online Owner Center ........................................ 7-3 OnStar® System ............................................. 2-35 Other Warning Devices ...................................... 3-6 Outlet Adjustment ............................................ 3-22 Outside Convex Mirror ............................................. 2-35 Remote Controls Mirrors ............................... 2-34 ................................................. 2-24 Overdrive Off Overdrive Off Light .......................................... 3-40 Owners, Canadian ............................................... ii Panic Brake Assist .......................................... 4-11 Park (P) Shifting Into ................................................ 2-28 Shifting Out of ............................................ 2-30 Parking Brake ........................................................ 2-28 Over Things That Burn ................................. 2-32 Parking Your Vehicle ....................................... 2-31 Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services ............ 6-4 Part B - Owner Checks and Services ................ 6-13 Part C - Periodic Maintenance Inspections .......... 6-17 Part D - Recommended Fluids and Lubricants .................................................. 6-19 Part E - Maintenance Record ........................... 6-21 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ..................... 3-30 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ..................... 3-23 Passenger Sensing System .............................. 1-56 Passing ......................................................... 4-14 Power Accessory Outlets ........................................ 3-18 Door Locks .................................................. 2-8 Electrical System ......................................... 5-96 Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current ................. 3-18 Steering Fluid ............................................. 5-37 Windows .................................................... 2-14 Pretensioners, Safety Belt ................................ 1-24 Programmable Automatic Door Locks .................. 2-9 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ......... 1-13 10 Radiator Pressure Cap .................................... 5-30 Radios .......................................................... 3-42 Care of Your CD Player ............................... 3-65 Care of Your CDs ........................................ 3-64 Navigation/Radio System .............................. 3-64 Radio with CD ............................................ 3-43 Radio with Six-Disc CD ................................ 3-53 Setting the Time .......................................... 3-42 Understanding Reception .............................. 3-64 Reading Lamps .............................................. 3-17 Rear Cargo Accessory Track System ................. 2-39 Rear Door Security Locks ................................ 2-10 Rear Seat Operation ......................................... 1-7 Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts .................. 1-21 Rear Storage Area .......................................... 2-38 Rearview Mirror with OnStar® ........................... 2-34 Rearview Mirrors ............................................. 2-34 Reclining Seatbacks .......................................... 1-3 Recovery Hook ............................................... 4-31 Recreational Vehicle Towing ............................. 4-37 Remote Keyless Entry System ............................ 2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation ............ 2-5 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire .................................................. 5-78 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ................... 5-76 Replacement Bulbs ......................................... 5-55 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government .................................. 7-11 General Motors ........................................... 7-11 United States Government ............................ 7-10 Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems ................... 1-62 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash .......................................... 1-63 Restraint Systems Checking .................................................... 1-62 Replacing Parts ........................................... 1-63 Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ...... 1-21 Roadside Assistance Program ....................................... 7-6 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out .................... 4-30 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ....... 2-33 Safety Belt Pretensioners .............................................. 1-24 Reminder Light ............................................ 3-28 Safety Belts Care of ...................................................... 5-90 Driver Position ............................................ 1-14 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ................ 1-14 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ........ 1-13 Rear Seat Passengers ................................. 1-21 Right Front Passenger Position ...................... 1-21 Safety Belt Extender .................................... 1-25 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ................. 1-21 Safety Belts Are for Everyone ......................... 1-8 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ........................ 1-20 Safety Warnings and Symbols .............................. iii Scheduled Maintenance ..................................... 6-4 Seatback, Folding Passenger ............................. 1-5 Seats Driver Seat Height Adjuster ............................. 1-3 Head Restraints ............................................ 1-5 Manual ........................................................ 1-2 Passenger Folding Seatback ........................... 1-5 Rear Seat Operation ...................................... 1-7 Reclining Seatbacks ...................................... 1-3 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ................... 1-39 Rear Seat Position ...................................... 1-40 Right Front Seat Position .............................. 1-42 11 Service ........................................................... 5-3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle .............................................. 5-5 Doing Your Own Work ................................... 5-4 Engine Soon Light ....................................... 3-35 Publications Ordering Information ................... 7-11 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle .............. 1-60 Setting the Time ............................................. 3-42 Sheet Metal Damage ....................................... 5-93 Shifting Into Park (P) ....................................... 2-28 Shifting Out of Park (P) ................................... 2-30 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ........................... 1-20 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change .......................... 3-8 Spare Tire Installing .................................................... 5-78 Removing ................................................... 5-76 Storing ....................................................... 5-84 Speciﬁcations, Capacities ............................... 5-100 Speedometer .................................................. 3-27 Stabilitrak® System ......................................... 4-10 Stabilitrak® Indicator Light ................................. 3-34 Starting Your Engine ....................................... 2-19 Steering ........................................................ 4-11 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection ....................... 6-17 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ................................. 3-7 Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area ........................ 2-37 Coinholder(s) .............................................. 2-37 Cupholder(s) ............................................... 2-37 Glove Box .................................................. 2-37 Instrument Panel Storage Area ...................... 2-37 Rear Cargo Accessory Track System .............. 2-39 Rear Storage Area ....................................... 2-38 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ...................... 4-30 Sun Visors ..................................................... 2-14 Sunroof ......................................................... 2-40 Tachometer .................................................... 3-27 Taillamp Indicator Light .................................... 3-39 Taillamps Turn Signal, and Stoplamps .......................... 5-53 TCS Warning Light .......................................... 3-34 Theft-Deterrent Systems ................................... 2-15 Content Theft-Deterrent ................................ 2-15 Throttle System Inspection ............................... 6-18 Tilt Wheel ........................................................ 3-7 12 Tires ............................................................. 5-57 Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning .......................... 5-92 Buying New Tires ........................................ 5-70 Chains ....................................................... 5-73 Changing a Flat Tire .................................... 5-75 Cleaning .................................................... 5-92 Compact Spare Tire ..................................... 5-86 If a Tire Goes Flat ....................................... 5-74 Inﬂation -- Tire Pressure ............................... 5-64 Inspection and Rotation ................................ 5-68 Installing the Spare Tire ................................ 5-78 Pressure Monitor System .............................. 5-65 Removing the Flat Tire ................................. 5-78 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ............... 5-76 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools ............ 5-84 Tire Sidewall Labelling .................................. 5-58 Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions .................... 5-61 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......................... 5-70 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ................. 5-72 Wheel Replacement ..................................... 5-72 When It Is Time for New Tires ...................... 5-69 Top Strap ...................................................... 1-35 Top Strap Anchor Location ............................... 1-37 Towing Recreational Vehicle ..................................... 4-37 Towing a Trailer .......................................... 4-40 Your Vehicle ............................................... 4-37 Traction Control System (TCS) .................................... 4-9 Control System Warning Light ....................... 3-34 Stabilitrak® System ...................................... 4-10 Transaxle Fluid, Automatic ........................................... 5-23 Fluid, Manual .............................................. 5-26 Transaxle Operation, Automatic ......................... 2-22 Transaxle Operation, Manual ............................ 2-25 Trip Odometers .............................................. 3-27 Turn and Lane-Change Signals .......................... 3-8 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ........................... 3-7 Understanding Radio Reception ........................ 3-64 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ............................ 5-70 13 V Vehicle Control ........................................................ 4-6 Damage Warnings ........................................... iv Parking Your ............................................... 2-31 Symbols ......................................................... iv Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders ............................................. 7-9 Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) ............................................. 5-95 Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label ................... 5-95 Ventilation Adjustment ...................................... 3-22 Visors ........................................................... 2-14 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ................ 3-25 Warnings Hazard Warning Flashers ............................... 3-6 Other Warning Devices .................................. 3-6 Safety and Symbols ......................................... iii Vehicle Damage .............................................. iv Washer Fluid, Low Warning Light ...................... 3-40 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance .......................... 5-72 Replacement ............................................... 5-72 Where to Put the Restraint ............................... 1-34 Windows ....................................................... 2-13 Manual ...................................................... 2-14 Power ........................................................ 2-14 Windshield Backglass, and Wiper Blades, Cleaning .......... 5-91 Windshield Washer ......................................... 3-10 Fluid .......................................................... 5-38 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...................................... 5-56 Fuses ........................................................ 5-96 Windshield Wipers ......................................... 3-9 Winter Driving ................................................ 4-26 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ................ 3-65 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....................... 6-2 14

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2005 Pontiac VIBE Owners Manual