2007 Pontiac VIBE Owners Manual

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whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 333 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. 379 ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 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 333 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. 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 333 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 333 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 288 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. 380 ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 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 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 394 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 333 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 333 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. 381 ❑ ❑ ❑ 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 333 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. 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 333 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. 382 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 333 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. 90,000 Miles (144 000 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 333 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 288 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. 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 333 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 333 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. 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 333 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. 383 ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 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 333 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 333 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. 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 333 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 288 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. 384 ❑ ❑ ❑ 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 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 394 for the proper ﬂuid to use. 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) ❑ 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 294 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap, and neck. Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. 385 ❑ ❑ 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 284 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 294 for further details. 386 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 305 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 280 for further details. At Least Once a Month Tire Inﬂation Check Visually inspect the tires and make sure the tires are inﬂated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to check the spare tire. See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 329. 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 359. 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 394. 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 304 and Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 290 or Manual Transaxle Fluid on page 292. Check for leaks. A ﬂuid loss in these systems could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired at once. 387 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. 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 114. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 388 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, contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer for service. On manual transaxle vehicles, put the shift lever in NEUTRAL (N), push the clutch pedal down halfway, and try to start the engine. The vehicle should start only when the clutch pedal is pushed down all the way to the ﬂoor. If the vehicle starts when the clutch pedal is not pushed all the way down, contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer for service. Automatic 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 114. 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), contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer for service. 389 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 ignition key in farther, while turning it toward LOCK. Contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer if service is required. 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. 390 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. Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. (cid:127) To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With the engine running and 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. (cid:127) To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. Contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer if service is required. 391 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 119. Fuel System Inspection Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks. 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 417. 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. 392 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. 393 Fluid/Lubricant Usage Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen® Washer Solvent. Power Steering System DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. 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 290. 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. Manual Transaxle Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders Manual Transaxle Shift Linkage Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Engine Oil Engine Coolant Hydraulic Brake/Clutch System Fluid/Lubricant 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 284. 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL® Coolant. See Engine Coolant on page 294. Delco® Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. 394 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Clutch Linkage Pivot Points Floor Shift Linkage Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. 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. Usage Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl Hood and Door Hinges Weatherstrip Conditioning Fluid/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). Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. U.S. 12345579, in Canada 992887). 395 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 396 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record Maintenance Record (cont’d) 397 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record Maintenance Record (cont’d) 398 Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance and Information ....... 400 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ............... 400 Online Owner Center ................................. 403 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ........................................... 404 Customer Assistance Offices ..................... 404 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ........ 405 Roadside Assistance Program ................... 406 Courtesy Transportation ............................. 409 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders ...................................... 411 Collision Damage Repair ........................... 412 Reporting Safety Defects ............................ 416 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ................................ 416 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ........................................... 416 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ...................................... 417 Service Publications Ordering Information ............................................. 417 399 Customer Assistance and Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Pontiac. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur. If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction, the following steps should be taken: STEP ONE: Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service, or parts manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager. STEP TWO: If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, in the U.S., contact the Pontiac Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-762-2737. In Canada, contact General Motors of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). We encourage you to call the toll-free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention. Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative: (cid:127) Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN). This is available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield. (cid:127) Dealership name and location. (cid:127) Vehicle delivery date and present mileage. 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. 400 STEP THREE — U.S. Owners: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisﬁed with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisﬁed after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you should ﬁle with the BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights. The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to ﬁling a court action, use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days. If you do not agree with the decision given in your case, you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you. You can contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll-free telephone number or write them at the following address: BBB Auto Line Program Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington, VA 22203-1838 Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age, mileage and other factors. General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or discontinue its participation in this program. 401 STEP THREE — Canadian Owners: In the event that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, General Motors of Canada Limited wants you to be aware of its participation in a no-charge Mediation/Arbitration Program. General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory-related vehicle service claims. The program provides for the review of the facts involved by an impartial third party arbiter, and may include an informal hearing before the arbiter. The program is designed so that the entire dispute settlement process, from the time you ﬁle your complaint to the ﬁnal decision, should be completed in approximately 70 days. We believe our impartial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal, quick, and free of charge. For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), call toll-free 1-800-207-0685. Alternatively, you can call the General Motors Customer Communication Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), 1-800-263-7854 (French), or write to: Mediation/Arbitration Program c/o Customer Communication Centre General Motors of Canada Limited Mail Code: CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Your inquiry should be accompanied by your Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN). 402 Online Owner Center Online Owner Center (United States only) The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs. Speciﬁc vehicle information can be found in one place. The Online Owner Center allows you to: (cid:127) Get e-mail service reminders. (cid:127) Access information about your speciﬁc vehicle, including tips and videos and an electronic version of this owner manual. (cid:127) Keep track of your vehicle’s service history and maintenance schedule. (cid:127) Find GM dealers for service nationwide. (cid:127) Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members. My GM Canada (Canada only) My GM Canada is a password-protected section of gmcanada.com where you can save information on GM vehicles, get personalized offers, and use handy tools and forms with greater ease. Here are a few of the valuable tools and services you will have access to: − My Showroom: Find and save information on vehicles and current offers in your area. − My Dealers/Retailers: Save details such as address and phone number for each of your preferred GM Dealers or Retailers. − My Driveway: Receive service reminders and helpful advice on owning and maintaining your vehicle. − My Preferences: Manage your proﬁle, subscribe to E-News and use tools and forms with greater ease. Refer to www.MyGMLink.com on the web for updated information and to register your vehicle. To sign up to My GM Canada, visit the My GM Canada section within www.gmcanada.com. 403 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 in the U.S. can communicate with Pontiac by dialing: 1-800-833-PONT (7668). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) Customer Assistance Offices Pontiac encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. However, if a customer wishes to write or e-mail Pontiac, the letter should be addressed to: United States — Customer Assistance Pontiac Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33172 Detroit, MI 48232-5172 www.Pontiac.com 1-800-762-2737 or 1-800-833-7668 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-ROADSIDE (762-3743) Fax Number: 313-381-0022 From Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) Fax Number: 313-381-0022 From U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 Fax Number: 313-381-0022 404 Canada — Customer Assistance General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 www.gmcanada.com 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 Overseas — Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) — Customer Assistance General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. Customer Assistance Center Paseo de la Reforma #2740 Col. Lomas de Bezares C.P. 11910, Mexico, D.F. 01-800-508-0000 Long Distance: 011-52-53 29 0 800 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program This program, available to qualiﬁed applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle, such as hand controls or a wheelchair/scooter lift. The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease. For more details, or to determine your vehicle’s eligibility, visit gmmobility.com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-9935. General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details. TTY users call 1-800-263-3830. 405 Roadside Assistance Program In the U.S., call 1-800-ROADSIDE (762-3743) In Canada, call 1-800-268-6800 Service available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. As the owner of a new Pontiac vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Pontiac Roadside Assistance program. This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road. Who is Covered? Roadside Assistance coverage is for the vehicle operator, regardless of ownership. A person driving this vehicle without the consent of the owner is not eligible for coverage. The following services are provided in the U.S. during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty period and, in Canada, during the Base Warranty coverage period of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, up to a maximum coverage of $100. (cid:127) Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel for the customer to get to the nearest service station (approximately $5 in the U.S. and 10 litres in Canada). Service to provide diesel may be restricted. For safety reasons, propane and other alternative fuels will not be provided through this service. (cid:127) Lock-out Service: To ensure security, the driver must present the vehicle registration and personal ID before lock-out service is provided. Lock-out service is covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle. If your vehicle does not start, Roadside Assistance will arrange to have your vehicle towed to the nearest authorized dealership. In the U.S., replacement keys made at the customer’s expense will be covered within 10 miles (16 km). 406 (cid:127) Emergency Tow From a Public Roadway or Highway: Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle-disabling accident. Winch-out assistance when the vehicle is mired in sand, mud, or snow. (cid:127) Flat Tire Change: Installation of your spare tire in good condition is covered at no charge. The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure. (cid:127) Jump Start: No-start occurrences which require a battery jump start is covered at no charge. Additional Services for Canadian Customers (cid:127) Trip Routing Service: Upon Request, Roadside Assistance can send you detailed, computer-personalized maps, highlighting your choice of either the most direct route or the most scenic route to your destination, anywhere in North America, along with any helpful travel information we may have pertaining to your trip. To request this service, please call us toll-free at 1-800-268-6800. We will make every attempt to send your personalized trip routing as quickly as possible, but it’s best to allow three weeks before your planned departure date. Trip routing requests will be limited to six per calendar year. (cid:127) Trip Interruption Beneﬁts and Assistance: In the event of a warranty related vehicle disablement, while en route and over 250 kilometres from original point of departure, you may qualify for trip interruption expense assistance. This assistance covers reasonable reimbursement of up to a maximum of $500 (Canadian) for (A) meals (maximum of $50/day), (B) lodging (maximum of $100/night) and (C) alternate ground transportation (maximum of $40/day). This beneﬁt is to assist you with some of the unplanned expense you may incur while waiting for your vehicle to be repaired. Pre-authorization, original detailed receipts and a copy of the repair order are required. Once authorization has been given, your advisor will help you make any necessary arrangements and explain how to claim for trip interruption expense assistance. 407 (cid:127) Alternative Service: There may be times, when Roadside Assistance cannot provide timely assistance, your advisor may authorize you to secure local emergency road service, and you will be reimbursed up to $100 upon submission of the original receipt to Roadside Assistance. In many instances, mechanical failures are covered under Pontiac’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty, and the duration of the Base Warranty Coverage for Canadian customers of the new Vehicle Limited Warranty. However, any cost for parts and labor for non-warranty repairs are the responsibility of the driver. For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please provide the following to the Roadside Assistance Representative: (cid:127) Your name, home address, and home telephone number. (cid:127) Telephone number of your location. (cid:127) Location of the vehicle. (cid:127) Model, year, color, and license plate number of the vehicle. 408 (cid:127) Odometer reading, Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN), and delivery date of the vehicle. (cid:127) Description of the problem. While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service, it is added security while traveling for you and your family. Remember, we are only a phone call away. Pontiac Roadside Assistance: 1-800-ROADSIDE (762-3743), text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-888-889-2438, Canadian customers call 1-800-268-6800. Pontiac and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in their sole discretion, the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence. Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Pontiac and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any time without notiﬁcation. Towing and Road Service Exclusions Speciﬁcally excluded from Roadside Assistance coverage are towing or services for vehicles operated on a non-public roadway or highway, ﬁnes, impound towing caused by a violation of local, Municipal, State, Provincial, or Federal law, and mounting, dismounting or changing of snow tires, chains, or other traction devices. Courtesy Transportation To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. For warranty repairs during the Bumper-to-Bumper (U.S.) or Base Warranty Coverage period (Canada), provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, interim transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation program. Several courtesy transportation options are available to assist in reducing your inconvenience when warranty repairs are required. Courtesy Transportation is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty and is available only at participating dealers. A separate booklet entitled “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information” furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information. Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service, contact your dealer and request an appointment. By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs, your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience. If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately, keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety-related. If it is, please call your dealership, let them know this, and ask for instructions. If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service, you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for the same day repair. 409 Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait, GM helps to minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances, your dealer can offer you one of the following: Shuttle Service Shuttle service is the preferred means of offering Courtesy Transportation and participating dealers can provide you with shuttle service to get you to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule. This includes one-way or round trip shuttle service within reasonable time and distance parameters for the dealer’s area. Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, and public transportation is used as ‘shuttle service,’ the reimbursement is limited to the associated shuttle allowance and must be supported by original receipts. In addition, for U.S. customers, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available. Claim amounts should reﬂect actual costs and be supported by original receipts. Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle that you obtain if your vehicle is kept for an overnight warranty repair. Rental reimbursement will be limited and must be supported by original receipts. This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state/provincial, local, and rental vehicle provider requirements. Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements, insurance coverage, credit card, etc. You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes, levies, usage fees, excessive mileage, or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair. Generally it is not possible to provide a like-vehicle as a courtesy rental. 410 Additional Program Information All program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. Please contact your dealer for speciﬁc information about availability. All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel. General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify, change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion. Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and, if 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. To read this information, special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data is required. GM will not access information about a crash event or share it with others other than: (cid:127) with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee, in response to an official request of police or similar government office, (cid:127) 411 (cid:127) as part of GM’s defense of litigation through the discovery process, or (cid:127) as required by law. In addition, once GM collects or receives data, GM may: (cid:127) use the data for GM research needs, (cid:127) make it available for research where appropriate conﬁdentiality is to be maintained and need is shown, or (cid:127) share summary data which is not tied to a speciﬁc vehicle with non-GM organizations for research purposes. Others, such as law enforcement, may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data. If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar®, please check the OnStar® subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection. 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. 412 A recycled original equipment GM part, may be an acceptable choice to maintain your vehicle’s originally designed appearance and safety performance, however, the history of these parts is not known. Such parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any related failures are not covered by that warranty. Aftermarket collision parts are also available. These are made by companies other than GM and may not have been tested for your vehicle. As a result, these parts may ﬁt poorly, exhibit premature durability/corrosion problems, and may not perform properly in subsequent collisions. Aftermarket parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any vehicle failure related to such parts are not covered by that warranty. 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. 413 (cid:127) If your vehicle cannot be driven, know where the towing service will be taking it. Get a card from the tow truck operator or write down the driver’s name, the service’s name, and the phone number. (cid:127) Remove any valuables from your vehicle before it is towed away. Make sure this includes your insurance information and registration if you keep these items in your vehicle. (cid:127) Gather the important information you will need from the other driver. Things like name, address, phone number, driver’s license number, vehicle license plate, vehicle make, model and model year, Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN), insurance company and policy number, and a general description of the damage to the other vehicle. If an Accident Occurs Here is what to do if you are involved in an accident. (cid:127) Try to relax and then check to make sure you (cid:127) are all right. If you are uninjured, make sure that no one else in your vehicle, or the other vehicle, is injured. If there has been an injury, call 911 for help. Do not leave the scene of an accident until all matters have been taken care of. Move your vehicle only if its position puts you in danger or you are instructed to move it by a police officer. (cid:127) Give only the necessary and requested information to police and other parties involved in the accident. Do not discuss your personal condition, mental frame of mind, or anything unrelated to the accident. This will help guard against post-accident legal action. If you need roadside assistance, call GM Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 406 for more information. (cid:127) 414 (cid:127) If possible, call your insurance company from the scene of the accident. They will walk you through the information they will need. If they ask for a police report, phone or go to the police department headquarters the next day and you can get a copy of the report for a nominal fee. In some states/provinces with “no fault” insurance laws, a report may not be necessary. This is especially true if there are no injuries and both vehicles are driveable. (cid:127) Choose a reputable collision repair facility for your vehicle. Whether you select a GM dealer or a private collision repair facility to ﬁx the damage, make sure you are comfortable with them. Remember, you will have to feel comfortable with their work for a long time. (cid:127) Once you have an estimate, read it carefully and make sure you understand what work will be performed on your vehicle. If you have a question, ask for an explanation. Reputable shops welcome this opportunity. 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. 415 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. 416 To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA 400 Seventh Street, SW. Washington, D.C. 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov. Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may call them at 1-800-333-0510 or write to: Transport Canada Road Safety Branch 2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa, Ontario K1B 3V9 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-762-2737, or write: Pontiac Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33172 Detroit, MI 48232-5172 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments, and speciﬁcations for GM transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases. Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle. In Canada, the service bulletin reference number can be obtained by contacting your General Motors dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE (1-800-463-7483). This reference number is needed to order the service bulletin from Helm, Inc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $6.00 US + Processing Fee 417 Owner Information Owner publications are written speciﬁcally for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner Manual, and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 US + Processing Fee Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00 US + Processing Fee Current and Past Model Order Forms Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of the vehicle. ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. on the World Wide Web at: www.helminc.com Or you can write to: Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation. Allow ample time for delivery. Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are quoted in U.S. funds. Canadian residents are to make checks payable in U.S. funds. 418 A Accessories and Modiﬁcations ..................... 272 Accessory Power Outlet(s) .......................... 150 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ....................................................... 81 ............................................ 275 Additives, Fuel Add-On Electrical Equipment ....................... 364 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ............................. 288 Air Conditioning ........................................... 152 Airbag Passenger Status Indicator ....................... 163 Readiness Light ....................................... 162 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) .......................................... 411 Airbag System ............................................... 63 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ......................... 81 How Does an Airbag Restrain? .................. 72 Passenger Sensing System ....................... 74 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ..... 80 What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? .................. 71 What Will You See After an Airbag Inﬂates? ................................................. 72 When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? ................. 70 Where Are the Airbags? ............................. 66 Antenna, Fixed Mast ................................... 219 Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ....................................... 219 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 227 Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light ....... 167 Appearance Care Aluminum Wheels .................................... 359 Care of Safety Belts ................................ 357 Chemical Paint Spotting ........................... 361 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses .............. 358 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle .......... 354 Fabric/Carpet ........................................... 356 Finish Care .............................................. 358 Finish Damage ......................................... 361 Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces .................................... 357 Leather .................................................... 356 Sheet Metal Damage ............................... 360 Tires ........................................................ 360 Underbody Maintenance ........................... 361 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials .......... 362 Washing Your Vehicle .............................. 358 Weatherstrips ........................................... 358 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ........................................ 359 Ashtray(s) .................................................... 151 419 Audio System(s) .......................................... 177 Care of Your CD Player ........................... 219 Care of Your CDs .................................... 219 Fixed Mast Antenna ................................. 219 Radio with CD ................................ 179, 188 Radio with Six-Disc CD ............................ 198 Setting the Time ...................................... 178 Understanding Radio Reception ............... 218 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...... 219 Automatic Headlamp System ....................... 147 Automatic Transaxle Fluid ........................................................ 290 Operation ................................................. 108 Battery ........................................................ 309 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .................... 244 Brake Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................. 227 Emergencies ............................................ 229 Panic Assist ............................................. 231 Parking .................................................... 114 System Inspection .................................... 393 System Warning Light .............................. 166 Brakes ........................................................ 306 Braking ....................................................... 226 420 Braking in Emergencies ............................... 229 Break-In, New Vehicle ................................. 102 Bulb Replacement ....................................... 315 Back-Up Lamps ....................................... 320 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ............................... 317 Halogen Bulbs ......................................... 315 Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and Parking Lamps ..................................... 316 Replacement Bulbs .................................. 320 Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps ..... 318 Buying New Tires ........................................ 336 California Fuel ............................................. 275 California Proposition 65 Warning ................ 273 Canadian Owners ........................................... 3 Capacities and Speciﬁcations ...................... 369 Carbon Monoxide ............... 96, 119, 248, 261 Care of Safety Belts ............................................. 357 Your CD Player ........................................ 219 Your CDs ................................................. 219 Cargo Cover ............................................... 129 Cargo Tie Downs ........................................ 130 CD, MP3 ..................................................... 210 Center Console Storage Area ...................... 127 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) .... 317 Chains, Tire ................................................. 341 Charging System Light ................................ 165 Check Engine Light ............................................ 170 Checking Things Under the Hood ................ 280 Chemical Paint Spotting .............................. 361 Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems ............................. 43 Infants and Young Children ........................ 40 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children ..... 49 Older Children ........................................... 37 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position .................................................. 56 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position ................................. 58 Where to Put the Restraint ........................ 47 Cigarette Lighter .......................................... 151 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels .................................... 359 Exterior Lamps/Lenses ............................. 358 Fabric/Carpet ........................................... 356 Finish Care .............................................. 358 Inside of Your Vehicle .............................. 354 Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces ............................................... 357 Cleaning (cont.) Leather .................................................... 356 Tires ........................................................ 360 Underbody Maintenance ........................... 361 Washing Your Vehicle .............................. 358 Weatherstrips ........................................... 358 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ........................................ 359 Climate Control System ............................... 152 Air Filter, Passenger Compartment ........... 156 Outlet Adjustment ..................................... 155 Clock .......................................................... 178 Clutch, Hydraulic ......................................... 293 Coinholder(s) ............................................... 127 Collision Damage Repair ............................. 412 Compact Spare Tire .................................... 354 Content Theft-Deterrent ............................... 100 Control of a Vehicle ..................................... 226 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage ........................ 169 Heater, Engine ......................................... 106 Cooling System ........................................... 299 Cruise Control ............................................. 143 Cruise Control Light .................................... 174 Cupholder(s) ................................................ 127 421 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation ........................... 409 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users .......................................... 404 Customer Assistance Offices .................... 404 Customer Satisfaction Procedure .............. 400 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ...... 405 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ..................................... 417 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government .......................... 416 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government .................... 416 Roadside Assistance Program .................. 406 Service Publications Ordering Information ........................................... 417 Door (cont.) Power Door Locks ..................................... 94 Rear Door Security Locks .......................... 95 Driver Driving Position, Safety Belt ................................... 24 Seat Height Adjuster .................................... 9 At Night ................................................... 238 City .......................................................... 242 Defensive ................................................. 222 Drunken ................................................... 223 Freeway ................................................... 243 Hill and Mountain Roads .......................... 246 In Rain and on Wet Roads ...................... 239 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out .......... 253 Winter ...................................................... 248 Daytime Running Lamps ............................. 147 Defensive Driving ........................................ 222 Disc, MP3 ................................................... 210 Doing Your Own Service Work .................... 273 Door Ajar Light ................................................. 175 Locks ......................................................... 92 Electrical System Add-On Equipment ................................... 364 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ............. 367 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...................... 365 Headlamp Wiring ..................................... 364 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ................... 365 422 Electrical System (cont.) Power Windows and Other Power Options ................................................. 364 Windshield Wiper Fuses ........................... 364 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...................................... 288 Battery ..................................................... 309 Check and Service Engine Soon Light ..... 170 Coolant .................................................... 294 Coolant Heater ......................................... 106 Coolant Temperature Gage ...................... 169 Cooling System Inspection ....................... 393 Drive Belt Routing .................................... 371 Engine Compartment Overview ................ 282 Exhaust ................................................... 119 Oil ........................................................... 284 Overheating ............................................. 297 Starting .................................................... 104 Entry Lighting .............................................. 149 Event Data Recorders (EDR) ...................... 411 Extender, Safety Belt ..................................... 36 Exterior Lamps ............................................ 146 Filter Engine Air Cleaner ................................... 288 Finish Damage ............................................ 361 Fixed Mast Antenna .................................... 219 Flashers, Hazard Warning ........................... 138 Flash-to-Pass .............................................. 141 Flat Tire ...................................................... 342 Flat Tire, Changing ...................................... 343 Flat Tire, Storing ......................................... 351 Floor Mats ................................................... 127 Fluid Automatic Transaxle ................................. 290 Manual Transaxle ..................................... 292 Power Steering ........................................ 304 Windshield Washer .................................. 305 Fog Lamps .................................................. 148 Folding Seatback, Passenger ........................ 14 Fuel ............................................................ 274 Additives .................................................. 275 California Fuel .......................................... 275 Filling a Portable Fuel Container .............. 279 423 Fuel (cont.) Filling Your Tank ...................................... 277 Fuels in Foreign Countries ....................... 276 Gage ....................................................... 176 Gasoline Octane ...................................... 274 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ............................ 274 Low Warning Light ................................... 177 System Inspection .................................... 392 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ............. 367 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...................... 365 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ................... 365 Windshield Wiper ..................................... 364 Fuses Gage Gasoline Engine Coolant Temperature .................... 169 Fuel ......................................................... 176 Speedometer ........................................... 160 Tachometer .............................................. 161 Octane ..................................................... 274 Speciﬁcations ........................................... 274 Glove Box ................................................... 127 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program .......... 405 424 Hazard Warning Flashers ............................ 138 Head Restraints ............................................ 13 Headlamp Wiring ......................................... 364 Headlamps Automatic Headlamp System .................... 147 Bulb Replacement .................................... 315 Daytime Running Lamps .......................... 147 Flash-to-Pass ........................................... 141 Halogen Bulbs ......................................... 315 Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and Parking Lamps ..................................... 316 High/Low Beam Changer ......................... 140 On Reminder ........................................... 146 Heater ......................................................... 152 Height Adjuster, Driver Seat ............................ 9 Highbeam On Light ..................................... 175 Highway Hypnosis ....................................... 245 Hill and Mountain Roads ............................. 246 Hood Checking Things Under ............................ 280 Release ................................................... 280 Horn ............................................................ 138 How to Use This Manual ................................ 4 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ............... 23 Hydraulic Clutch .......................................... 293 I Ignition Positions ......................................... 103 Infants and Young Children, Restraints .......... 40 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ............................... 329 Inspection Brake System .......................................... 393 Engine Cooling System ............................ 393 Exhaust System ....................................... 392 Fuel System ............................................ 392 Part C - Periodic Maintenance ................. 392 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal .............................. 392 Throttle System ........................................ 393 Instrument Panel Overview .................................................. 136 Storage Area ............................................ 127 Instrument Panel (I/P) Brightness ................................................ 148 Cluster ..................................................... 159 Interior Lamps Control ................................. 149 Jump Starting .............................................. 310 Keyless Entry System ................................... 89 Keys ............................................................. 87 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ................................. 323 Lamps Exterior .................................................... 146 Fog .......................................................... 148 Interior Control ......................................... 149 Reading ................................................... 150 LATCH System Child Restraints ......................................... 49 Liftgate/Liftglass ............................................. 96 Liftglass/Liftgate ............................................. 96 Light Airbag Readiness ..................................... 162 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ............. 167 Brake System Warning ............................. 166 Charging System ..................................... 165 Cruise Control .......................................... 174 Door Ajar ................................................. 175 Highbeam On .......................................... 175 Lights On Reminder ................................. 174 Low Fuel Warning .................................... 177 425 Light (cont.) Low Tire Pressure Warning Light ............. 167 Low Washer Fluid Warning ...................... 175 Malfunction Indicator ................................ 170 Oil Pressure ............................................. 173 Overdrive Off ........................................... 174 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ............ 163 Safety Belt Reminder ............................... 161 StabiliTrak® Indicator ................................ 168 Taillamp Indicator ..................................... 174 TCS Warning Light .................................. 168 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning ... 168 Lighting Entry ........................................................ 149 Loading Your Vehicle ................................... 253 Locks Door .......................................................... 92 Power Door ............................................... 94 Rear Door Security Locks .......................... 95 Loss of Control ........................................... 237 Low Fuel Warning Light ............................... 177 Low Washer Fluid Warning Light ................. 175 Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts .... 370 Maintenance Schedule At Each Fuel Fill ...................................... 386 At Least Once a Month ............................ 386 At Least Once a Year .............................. 388 At Least Twice a Year .............................. 387 Brake System Inspection .......................... 393 Engine Cooling System Inspection ........... 393 Exhaust System Inspection ...................... 392 Fuel System Inspection ............................ 392 How This Section is Organized ................ 374 Introduction .............................................. 374 Maintenance Requirements ...................... 374 Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services ............................................... 376 Part B - Owner Checks and Services ...... 386 Part C - Periodic Maintenance Inspections ........................................... 392 Part D - Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ............................................. 394 Part E - Maintenance Record ................... 396 Scheduled Maintenance ........................... 377 426 Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection .............. 392 Throttle System Inspection ....................... 393 Using ....................................................... 376 Your Vehicle and the Environment ............ 374 Malfunction Indicator Light ........................... 170 Manual Seats .................................................. 8 Manual Transaxle Fluid ........................................................ 292 Operation ................................................. 111 Manual Windows ........................................... 99 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview ................... 122 Manual Rearview Mirror ........................... 121 Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar® ...... 121 Outside Convex Mirror ............................. 123 Outside Remote Control Mirrors ............... 122 MP3 ............................................................ 210 MyGMLink.com ............................................ 403 Odometer .................................................... 160 Odometers, Trip .......................................... 160 Off-Road Recovery ...................................... 234 Oil Engine ..................................................... 284 Pressure Light .......................................... 173 Older Children, Restraints ............................. 37 Online Owner Center ................................... 403 OnStar® System, see OnStar® Manual ........ 123 Other Warning Devices ................................ 138 Outlet Adjustment ........................................ 155 Outlet(s), Accessory Power .......................... 150 Outside Convex Mirror .......................................... 123 Remote Controls Mirrors .......................... 122 Overdrive Off ............................................... 111 Overdrive Off Light ...................................... 174 Owners, Canadian .......................................... 3 New Vehicle Break-In .................................. 102 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ..... 370 427 P Paint, Damage ............................................ 361 Panic Brake Assist ...................................... 231 Park (P) Shifting Into ............................................. 115 Shifting Out of ......................................... 117 Parking Brake ....................................................... 114 Over Things That Burn ............................ 118 Parking Your Vehicle ................................... 118 Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services ... 376 Part B - Owner Checks and Services .......... 386 Part C - Periodic Maintenance Inspections .. 392 Part D - Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ................................................ 394 Part E - Maintenance Record ...................... 396 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ............... 163 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ............... 156 Passenger Sensing System ........................... 74 Passing ....................................................... 235 Power Accessory Outlet(s) .................................. 150 Door Locks ................................................ 94 Electrical System ..................................... 364 428 Power (cont.) Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current ........... 151 Steering Fluid .......................................... 304 Windows .................................................... 99 Pretensioners, Safety Belt ............................. 36 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ... 22 Radiator Pressure Cap ................................ 297 Radios ........................................................ 177 Care of Your CD Player ........................... 219 Care of Your CDs .................................... 219 Radio with CD ................................ 179, 188 Radio with Six-Disc CD ............................ 198 Setting the Time ...................................... 178 Understanding Reception ......................... 218 Reading Lamps ........................................... 150 Rear Cargo Accessory Track System .......... 129 Rear Door Security Locks ............................. 95 Rear Seat Operation ..................................... 16 Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts .............. 33 Rear Storage Area ...................................... 128 Rear Windshield Washer/Wiper .................... 142 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming ............ 122 Rearview Mirror with OnStar® ...................... 121 Rearview Mirrors ......................................... 121 Reclining Seatbacks ...................................... 10 Recreational Vehicle Towing ........................ 259 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ............ 89 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System, Operation ................................................... 90 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire ................................................ 346 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ............ 344 Replacement Bulbs ..................................... 320 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government ............................. 416 General Motors ........................................ 417

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