2006 Pontiac VIBE Owners Manual

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Right-hand Headlamp, Headlamp High Beam Indicator Lamp HEAD LH Left-hand Headlamp Relays M/G HEAD DIMMER HORN FAN NO. 2 FAN NO. 1 EFI FOG Usage M/G Headlamps Headlamp Dimmer Horn Cooling Fan System Cooling Fan System Electronic Fuel Injection System Fog Lamps 5-95 Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant Automatic Transaxle 1.8L (Code 8) 1.8L (Code 8) with AWD Cooling System 1.8L (Code 8) 1.8L (Code L) Engine Oil with Filter 1.8L (Code 8) 1.8L (Code L) Fuel Tank With AWD Without AWD 5-96 Capacities English 1.47 lbs 3.2 qt 3.1 qt 6.9 qt 7.1 qt 4.4 qt 4.7 qt 11.9 gal 13.2 gal Metric 0.67 kg 3.0 L 2.9 L 6.5 L 6.7 L 4.2 L 4.4 L 45.0 L 50.0 L Application Manual Transaxle Five-Speed Six-Speed Rear Differential Transfer Case Wheel Nut Torque Capacities Metric 1.9 L 2.3 L 0.5 L 0.75 L 103 Y English 2.0 qt 2.4 qt 0.5 qt 0.8 qt 76 lb ft All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ﬁll to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-19. Engine VIN Code Transaxle Engine Speciﬁcations 1.8L L4 1.8L L4 H.O. Automatic and Manual Automatic and Manual Spark Plug Gap 0.043 inches (1.1 mm) 0.043 inches (1.1 mm) 5-97 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your GM dealer. Part GM Part Numbers Other Part Numbers Battery Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Engine Oil Filter 1.8L (Code 8) 1.8L (Code L) Passenger Compartment Air Filter PCV Valve 1.8L (Code 8) Base Model 1.8L (Code 8) AWD Model 1.8L (Code L) Spark Plugs* 1.8L (Code 8) 1.8L (Code L) 19001602 88969107 88971573 88969580 88970273 94859406 94859404 88969512 94859448 88969637 35–6YR — — — — — — — SK16R11†, IFR5A11†† SK20R11†, IFR6A11†† *Your engine is ﬁtted with iridium-tipped spark plugs. Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs for better engine performance. † DENSO †† NGK 5-98 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ......................................6-2 Introduction ...................................................6-2 Maintenance Requirements ..............................6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....................6-2 How This Section is Organized .........................6-3 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ...........6-4 Using the Maintenance Schedule ......................6-4 Scheduled Maintenance ...................................6-5 Part B: Owner Checks and Services ................6-13 At Each Fuel Fill ..........................................6-13 At Least Once a Month .................................6-13 At Least Twice a Year ...................................6-14 At Least Once a Year ...................................6-14 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections .........6-17 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection ............................6-17 Exhaust System Inspection ............................6-17 Fuel System Inspection ..................................6-18 Engine Cooling System Inspection ...................6-18 Throttle System Inspection .............................6-18 Brake System Inspection ................................6-18 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ....6-19 Part E: Maintenance Record ...........................6-21 6-1 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. 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. 6-2 “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. 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 5-4. If you want to purchase service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-14. 6-3 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. This schedule is for vehicles that: carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits. You will ﬁnd these on the tire and loading information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-31. are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. use the recommended fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. 6-4 (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 120,000 miles (192 000 km) should be repeated after 120,000 miles (192 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. See Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6-13, Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6-17, and Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-19. 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 emissions warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. + A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation. See Brake System Inspection on page 6-18. 5,000 Miles (8 000 km) ❑ 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 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 10,000 Miles (16 000 km) ❑ 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 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 6-5 ❑ ❑ 15,000 Miles (24 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. 25,000 Miles (40 000 km) ❑ 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 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. Inspect passenger compartment air ﬁlter. ❑ Change transfer case ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. ❑ Change rear differential ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. 20,000 Miles (32 000 km) ❑ 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 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 30,000 Miles (48 000 km) ❑ 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 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Replace engine air cleaner ﬁlter (or every 24 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20 for more information. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air ﬁlter. Inspect fuel tank, cap, cap gasket, and lines for damage or leaks (or every 24 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) 6-6 ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Change manual transaxle ﬂuid every 30,000 miles (48 000 km) only if your vehicle is used to tow a trailer. ❑ Change transfer case ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. ❑ Change rear differential ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. 35,000 Miles (56 000 km) ❑ 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 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 40,000 Miles (64 000 km) ❑ 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 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 45,000 Miles (72 000 km) ❑ 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 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. Inspect passenger compartment air ﬁlter. ❑ Change transfer case ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. ❑ Change rear differential ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. 50,000 Miles (80 000 km) ❑ 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 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 6-7 ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 55,000 Miles (88 000 km) ❑ 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 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 60,000 Miles (96 000 km) ❑ 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 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Replace engine air cleaner ﬁlter (or every 24 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20 for more information. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air ﬁlter. Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or every 48 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if necessary. An Emission Control Service. Inspect for tappet noise and engine vibration. Adjust valve clearance to factory speciﬁcations if necessary (or every 48 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. 6-8 Inspect fuel tank, cap, cap gasket, and lines for damage or leaks (or every 24 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Change transfer case ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. ❑ Change rear differential ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. ❑ Change manual transaxle ﬂuid every 30,000 miles (48 000 km) only if your vehicle is used to tow a trailer. ❑ Change automatic transaxle ﬂuid every 60,000 miles (96 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: − In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher. − In hilly or mountainous terrain. − When doing frequent trailer towing. − Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the ﬂuid does not require changing. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-19 for the proper ﬂuid to use. ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 65,000 Miles 104 000 km) ❑ 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 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 70,000 Miles (112 000 km) ❑ 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 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 75,000 Miles (120 000 km) ❑ 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 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. Inspect passenger compartment air ﬁlter. Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or 12 months since last inspection). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Change transfer case ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. ❑ Change rear differential ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. 80,000 Miles (128 000 km) ❑ 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 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 85,000 Miles (136 000 km) ❑ 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 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 6-9 ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 90,000 Miles (144 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. 95,000 Miles (152 000 km) ❑ 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 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Replace engine air cleaner ﬁlter (or every 24 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20 for more information. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air ﬁlter. Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or 12 months since last inspection). An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap, cap gasket and lines for damage or leaks (or every 24 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Change manual transaxle ﬂuid every 30,000 miles (48 000 km) only if your vehicle is used to tow a trailer. ❑ Change transfer case ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. ❑ Change rear differential ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 100,000 Miles (160 000 km) ❑ 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 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. ❑ Drain, ﬂush, and reﬁll the cooling system (or every 5 years, whichever occurs ﬁrst). This service can be complex; you should have your dealer perform this service. See Engine Coolant on page 5-26 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap, and neck. Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. 6-10 ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 105,000 Miles (168 000 km) ❑ 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 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. Inspect passenger compartment air ﬁlter. Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or every 48 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if necessary. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Change transfer case ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. ❑ Change rear differential ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. 110,000 Miles (176 000 km) ❑ 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 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 115,000 Miles (184 000 km) ❑ 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 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. 6-11 ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 120,000 Miles (192 000 km) ❑ 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 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Replace engine air cleaner ﬁlter (or every 24 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20 for more information. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air ﬁlter. Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or every 48 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if necessary. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Inspect for tappet noise and engine vibration. Adjust valve clearance to factory speciﬁcations if necessary (or every 48 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap, cap gasket, and lines for damage or leaks (or every 24 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Change transfer case ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. ❑ Change rear differential ﬂuid when doing frequent trailer towing. ❑ Change manual transaxle ﬂuid every 30,000 miles (48 000 km) only if your vehicle is used to tow a trailer. ❑ Change automatic transaxle ﬂuid every 60,000 miles (96 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: − In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher. − In hilly or mountainous terrain. − When doing frequent trailer towing. − Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the ﬂuid does not require changing. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-19 for the proper ﬂuid to use. 6-12 ❑ ❑ ❑ 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 5-16 for further details. Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant on page 5-26 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 5-36 for further details. Hood Latch Operation Check Pull the primary hood latch release handle inside the vehicle. The secondary latch should keep the hood from opening all the way when the primary latch is released. Make sure the hood closes ﬁrmly. See Hood Release on page 5-11 for further details. At Least Once a Month Tire Inﬂation Check Visually inspect your tires and make sure tires are inﬂated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to check your spare tire. See Tires on page 5-52 for further details. 6-13 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, Backglass, and Wiper Blades on page 5-86. 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 6-19. Fluid Level Check Check the power steering pump, rear axle, transfer case, and automatic or manual transaxle ﬂuid levels and add as needed. See Power Steering Fluid on page 5-35 and Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 5-21 or Manual Transaxle Fluid on page 5-24. Check for leaks. A ﬂuid loss in these systems could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired at once. At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant speciﬁed in Part D. Seat Operation Check Make sure the head restraints stay in position and all seat latches lock. Check that the recliner holds by pushing and pulling the seatback while it is reclined. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all hood latch assembly, 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. 6-14 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 2-24. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. On automatic transaxle 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, your vehicle needs service. On manual transaxle vehicles, put the shift lever in NEUTRAL (N), push the clutch down halfway, and try to start the engine. The vehicle should start only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the ﬂoor. If the vehicle starts when the clutch is not pushed all the way down, your vehicle needs service. Automatic Transaxle 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 2-24. Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move. 3. With the engine off, turn the ignition to ON, 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), your vehicle needs service. 6-15 Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to ﬂush any corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect. Ignition Transaxle 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 transaxle, the ignition should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). (cid:127) With a manual transaxle, the ignition should turn to LOCK only if you push the key in farther, while turning it toward LOCK. Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle 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. 6-16 (cid:127) (cid:127) 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 7-14. Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chaﬁng, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage. Replace seals if necessary. Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the 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 2-28. 6-17 Fuel System Inspection Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks. Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, ﬁttings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended at least once a year. Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chaﬁng, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking brake adjustment. You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking. 6-18 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 Engine Coolant 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 5-16. 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL® Coolant. See Engine Coolant on page 5-26. Delco® Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. Hydraulic Brake/Clutch System Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen® Washer Solvent. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Power Steering System Manual Transaxle Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders Manual Transaxle Shift Linkage DEXRON®-III Automatic Transmission Fluid. Look for “Approved for the H-Speciﬁcation” on the label. GM Goodwrench® Synthetic Manual Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12346190, in Canada 10953477 — 1 quart) or SAE 75W-90 GL-5 gear oil. Use only T-IV Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 88900925, in Canada 22689186). See Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 5-21. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. 6-19 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant Clutch Linkage Pivot Points Floor Shift Linkage Chassis Lubrication Rear Axle (All-Wheel Drive) Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada 992723) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2 Category LB or GC-LB. Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12345977, in Canada 10953482) or SAE 80W-90 GL-5 gear lubricant. Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive) Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl Hood and Door Hinges Weatherstrip Conditioning Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12345977, in Canada 10953482) or SAE 80W-90 GL-5 gear lubricant. Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada 992723) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. U.S. 12345579, in Canada 992887). 6-20 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 6-21 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-22 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-23 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-24 Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information Customer Assistance and Information ...............7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......................7-2 Online Owner Center ......................................7-3 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...............................................7-4 Customer Assistance Offices ............................7-4 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ................7-5 Roadside Assistance Program ..........................7-6 Courtesy Transportation ...................................7-7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders ..................................................7-9 Collision Damage Repair ................................7-10 Reporting Safety Defects ................................7-13 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ....................................7-13 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ................................7-14 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors .....7-14 Service Publications Ordering Information .........7-14 7-1 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, contact the Pontiac Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-762-2737. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). 7-2 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. When contacting Pontiac, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer’s facility. That is why we suggest you follow Step One ﬁrst if you have a concern. STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisﬁed with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisﬁed after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you should ﬁle with the BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to ﬁling a court action, use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days. If you do not agree with the decision given in your case, you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you. You may contact the BBB 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. Online Owner Center 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’s manual (United States only). (cid:127) Keep track of your vehicle’s service history and maintenance schedule. Find GM dealers for service nationwide. (cid:127) Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members (United States only). Refer to the web for updated information. To register your vehicle, visit www.MyGMLink.com (United States) or My GM Canada within www.gmcanada.com (Canada). 7-3 (cid:127) 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, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 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, refer to the addresses below. 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)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-ROADSIDE (762-3743) Fax Number: 313-381-0022 7-4 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. GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details. TTY users call 1-800-263-3830. 7-5 Roadside Assistance Program 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. Contact Pontiac’s Roadside Assistance toll-free at 1-800-ROADSIDE (762-3743). Roadside Assistance Representatives are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We will provide the following services during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty period, at no expense to you: Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel ($5 maximum) for the customer to get to the nearest service station. Lock-out Service (identiﬁcation required): Replacement keys or locksmith service will be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle. Delivery of the replacement key will be covered within 10 miles (16 km). (cid:127) Emergency Tow: Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle-disabling accident. Assistance provided when the vehicle is mired in sand, mud, or snow. 7-6 Flat Tire Change: Installation of a spare tire will be covered at no charge. The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure. Jump Start: No-start occurrences which require a battery jump start will be covered at no charge. (cid:127) Dealer Locator Service In many instances, mechanical failures are covered under Pontiac’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty. However, when other services are utilized, our Roadside Assistance Representatives will explain any payment obligations you might incur. 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. Telephone number of your location. Location of the vehicle. (cid:127) Model, year, color, and license plate number of the vehicle. (cid:127) Mileage, Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN), and delivery date of the vehicle. (cid:127) Description of the problem. (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) 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. Pontiac reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in Pontiac’s judgement, the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence. Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Pontiac reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any time without notiﬁcation. Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive roadside assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States. Please refer to the Warranty and Owner Assistance Information book. 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. The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to customers in conjunction with the Bumper-to-Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required. This will reduce your inconvenience during warranty repairs. Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service, you should contact your dealer and request an appointment. By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs, your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience. If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately, keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety-related. If it is, please call your dealership, let them know this, and ask for instructions. 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. 7-7 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 a warranty repair. Reimbursement will be limited to a maximum amount per day and must be supported by receipts. This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state, local and rental vehicle provider requirements. Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements, insurance coverage, credit card, etc. You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes, levies, usage fees, excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair. Generally it is not possible to provide a like-vehicle as a courtesy rental. 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 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 to a destination up to 10 miles (16 km) from the dealership. Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, reimbursement of public transportation expenses may be available, for up to a maximum of ﬁve days. In addition, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available, up to a ﬁve-day maximum. Claim amounts should reﬂect actual costs and be supported by original receipts. 7-8 Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information. Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. Please contact your dealer for speciﬁc information about availability. All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel. Canadian Vehicles: For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period of the General Motors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty, alternative transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult your dealer for details. General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify, change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion. 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 so equipped, 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). In a crash event, computer systems, such as the Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) in your vehicle may record information about safety belt usage. If your vehicle is equipped with StabiliTrak®, steering performance, including yaw rate, steering wheel angle, and lateral acceleration, is also recorded. Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes, these on-board systems do not record sounds, such as conversation of vehicle occupants. 7-9 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, as part of GM’s defense of litigation through the discovery process, or as required by law. In addition, once GM collects or receives data, GM may: 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 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 is equipped with OnStar®, please check the OnStar® subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection. 7-10 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. (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) 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. 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. 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. 7-11 If an Accident Occurs Here is what to do if you are involved in an accident. Try to relax and then check to make sure you 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. If you need roadside assistance, call GM Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-6 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. 7-12 (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. 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 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. (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) 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. 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 either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline. 7-13 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 Place de Ville Tower C 330 Sparks Street 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 7-14 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. 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). 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. 7-15 ✍ NOTES 7-16 A Accessories and Modiﬁcations ............................ 5-3 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ............................... 3-16 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ....................................................... 1-64 Additives, Fuel ................................................. 5-6 Add-On Electrical Equipment ............................ 5-90 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ................................. 5-20 Air Conditioning .............................................. 3-18 Airbag Passenger Status Indicator ........................... 3-29 Readiness Light .......................................... 3-28 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) ...... 7-9 Airbag System ................................................ 1-49 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ................................................... 1-64 How Does an Airbag Restrain? ...................... 1-57 Passenger Sensing System ........................... 1-59 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle .......... 1-64 What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? ...................... 1-57 What Will You See After an Airbag Inﬂates? .... 1-58 When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? .................... 1-55 Where Are the Airbags? ............................... 1-52 All-Wheel Drive ............................................... 5-45 All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) System ......................... 4-12 Antenna, Fixed Mast ....................................... 3-78 Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ..... 3-78 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........................... 4-7 Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light .............. 3-33 Appearance Care Aluminum Wheels ........................................ 5-86 Care of Safety Belts .................................... 5-84 Chemical Paint Spotting ............................... 5-87 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses .................... 5-85 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ................ 5-81 Fabric/Carpet .............................................. 5-82 Finish Care ................................................. 5-85 Finish Damage ............................................ 5-87 Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces ................................................. 5-84 Leather ...................................................... 5-83 Sheet Metal Damage ................................... 5-87 Tires .......................................................... 5-87 Underbody Maintenance ............................... 5-87 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ................ 5-88 Washing Your Vehicle ................................... 5-85 Weatherstrips .............................................. 5-84 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ....... 5-86 Ashtray(s) ...................................................... 3-18 Audio System(s) ............................................. 3-42 Care of Your CD Player ............................... 3-78 Care of Your CDs ........................................ 3-78 Fixed Mast Antenna ..................................... 3-78 Radio with CD .................................... 3-43, 3-54 Audio System(s) (cont.) Radio with Six-Disc CD ................................ 3-66 Setting the Time .......................................... 3-43 Understanding Radio Reception ..................... 3-77 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ............ 3-78 Automatic Headlamp System ............................ 3-14 Automatic Transaxle Fluid .......................................................... 5-21 Operation ................................................... 2-18 Battery .......................................................... 5-40 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ......................... 4-22 Brake Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........................ 4-7 Emergencies ................................................ 4-9 Panic Assist ................................................ 4-11 Parking ...................................................... 2-24 System Inspection ....................................... 6-18 System Warning Light .................................. 3-32 Brakes .......................................................... 5-37 Braking ........................................................... 4-6 Braking in Emergencies ..................................... 4-9 Break-In, New Vehicle ..................................... 2-14 Bulb Replacement ........................................... 5-46 Back-Up Lamps ........................................... 5-50 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ........ 5-48 Halogen Bulbs ............................................ 5-46 Bulb Replacement (cont.) Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and Parking Lamps ......................................... 5-46 Replacement Bulbs ...................................... 5-51 Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps ............ 5-49 Buying New Tires ........................................... 5-64 California Fuel .................................................. 5-6 California Proposition 65 Warning ....................... 5-3 Canadian Owners ................................................ ii Capacities and Speciﬁcations ............................ 5-96 Carbon Monoxide ..................... 2-9, 2-28, 4-26, 4-40 Care of Safety Belts ................................................ 5-84 Your CD Player ........................................... 3-78 Your CDs ................................................... 3-78 Cargo Cover .................................................. 2-36 Cargo Tie Downs ............................................ 2-37 Center Console Storage Area ........................... 2-34 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ........... 5-48 Chains, Tire ................................................... 5-68 Charging System Light .................................... 3-31 Check Engine Light ............................................... 3-35 Checking Things Under the Hood ...................... 5-10 Chemical Paint Spotting ................................... 5-87 Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems ............................... 1-31 Infants and Young Children ........................... 1-28 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children .......... 1-37 Older Children ............................................. 1-26 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position .................................................. 1-42 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position ........................................... 1-45 Where to Put the Restraint ........................... 1-36 Cigarette Lighter ............................................. 3-18 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels ........................................ 5-86 Exterior Lamps/Lenses ................................. 5-85 Fabric/Carpet .............................................. 5-82 Finish Care ................................................. 5-85 Inside of Your Vehicle .................................. 5-81 Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces ................................................. 5-84 Leather ...................................................... 5-83 Tires .......................................................... 5-87 Underbody Maintenance ............................... 5-87 Washing Your Vehicle ................................... 5-85 Weatherstrips .............................................. 5-84 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ....... 5-86 Climate Control System ................................... 3-18 Air Filter, Passenger Compartment ................. 3-22 Outlet Adjustment ........................................ 3-21 Clutch, Hydraulic ............................................. 5-25 Coinholder(s) .................................................. 2-34 Collision Damage Repair .................................. 7-10 Compact Spare Tire ........................................ 5-81 Content Theft-Deterrent .................................... 2-12 Control of a Vehicle .......................................... 4-6 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage ............................ 3-35 Heater, Engine ............................................ 2-17 Cooling System .............................................. 5-30 Cruise Control ................................................ 3-10 Cruise Control Light ........................................ 3-39 Cupholder(s) .................................................. 2-34 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 Reimbursement Program ............... 7-5 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors .... 7-14 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government .............................. 7-14 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ......................... 7-13 Roadside Assistance Program ......................... 7-6 Service Publications Ordering Information ........ 7-14 D Daytime Running Lamps .................................. 3-14 Defensive Driving ............................................. 4-2 Doing Your Own Service Work ........................... 5-4 Door Ajar Light ................................................... 3-40 Locks .......................................................... 2-6 Power Door Locks ......................................... 2-7 Rear Door Security Locks ............................... 2-8 Driver Driving Position, Safety Belt ..................................... 1-14 Seat Height Adjuster ...................................... 1-3 At Night ..................................................... 4-17 City ........................................................... 4-20 Defensive ..................................................... 4-2 Drunken ....................................................... 4-3 Freeway ..................................................... 4-21 Hill and Mountain Roads .............................. 4-24 In Rain and on Wet Roads ........................... 4-18 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out ................. 4-31 Winter ........................................................ 4-26 Electrical System Add-On Equipment ...................................... 5-90 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ................... 5-94 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ........................... 5-91 Headlamp Wiring ......................................... 5-90 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ......................... 5-92 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...... 5-91 Windshield Wiper Fuses ............................... 5-90 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ......................................... 5-20 Battery ....................................................... 5-40 Check and Service Engine Soon Light ............ 3-35 Coolant ...................................................... 5-26 Coolant Heater ............................................ 2-17 Coolant Temperature Gage ........................... 3-35 Cooling System Inspection ............................ 6-18 Engine Compartment Overview ...................... 5-12 Exhaust ..................................................... 2-28 Oil ............................................................. 5-16 Overheating ................................................ 5-28 Starting ...................................................... 2-16 Entry Lighting ................................................. 3-16 Event Data Recorders (EDR) ............................. 7-9 Extender, Safety Belt ....................................... 1-25 Exterior Lamps ............................................... 3-13 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner ...................................... 5-20 Finish Damage ............................................... 5-87 Fixed Mast Antenna ........................................ 3-78 Flash-to-Pass ................................................... 3-8 Flat Tire ........................................................ 5-69 Flat Tire, Changing ......................................... 5-70 Flat Tire, Storing ............................................. 5-78 Floor Mats ..................................................... 2-34 Fluid Automatic Transaxle ..................................... 5-21 Manual Transaxle ........................................ 5-24 Power Steering ........................................... 5-35 Windshield Washer ...................................... 5-36 Fog Lamps .................................................... 3-15 Folding Seatback, Passenger ............................. 1-6 ............................................................... 5-5 Fuel Additives ...................................................... 5-6 California Fuel .............................................. 5-6 Filling a Portable Fuel Container .................... 5-10 Filling Your Tank ........................................... 5-8 Fuels in Foreign Countries .............................. 5-7 Fuel (cont.) Gage ......................................................... 3-41 Gasoline Octane ........................................... 5-5 Gasoline Speciﬁcations .................................. 5-6 Low Warning Light ....................................... 3-41 System Inspection ....................................... 6-18 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ................... 5-94 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ........................... 5-91 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ......................... 5-92 Windshield Wiper ......................................... 5-90 Fuses

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2006 Pontiac VIBE Owners Manual