2007 Pontiac VIBE Owners Manual

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vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes. This will allow the system to detect that person and then enable the passenger’s airbags. 78 If the airbag readiness light and the OFF light in the passenger airbag status indicator come on together, it may mean there is a malfunction in the passenger sensing system. Secure the child in the child restraint in a rear seat position in the vehicle and check with your dealer. {CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. If this ever happens, have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the right front passenger’s seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 162 for more on this, including important safety information. Aftermarket equipment, such as seat covers or seat backpacks, can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates. You may want to consider not using seat covers, seat backpacks, or other aftermarket equipment if your vehicle has the passenger sensing system. See Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 81 for more information about modiﬁcations that can affect how the system operates. {CAUTION: Stowing of articles under the passenger’s seat or between the passenger’s seat cushion and seatback may interfere with the proper operation of the passenger sensing system. 79 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places around your vehicle. You do not want the system to inﬂate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the airbag system. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 417. {CAUTION: For up to 10 seconds, after the ignition is turned off and the battery is disconnected, an airbag can still inﬂate during improper service. You can be injured if you are close to an airbag when it inﬂates. Avoid yellow connectors. They are probably part of the airbag system. Be sure to follow proper service procedures, and make sure the person performing work for you is qualiﬁed to do so. The airbag system does not need regular maintenance. 80 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Q: Is there anything I might add to the front or sides of the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly? A: Yes. If you add things that change your vehicle’s frame, bumper system, height, front end or side sheet metal, they may keep the airbag system from working properly. Also, the airbag system may not work properly if you relocate any of the airbag sensors. If you have any questions about this, you should contact Customer Assistance before you modify your vehicle. The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual. See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 400. Q: Because I have a disability, I have to get my vehicle modiﬁed. How can I ﬁnd out whether this will affect my airbag system? A: Changing or moving any parts of the front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing and diagnostic module, steering wheel, instrument panel, ceiling headliner, ceiling and pillar garnish trim, roof-mounted airbag modules, or airbag wiring can affect the operation of the airbag system. If you have questions, call Customer Assistance. The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual. See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 400. 81 Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems Now and then, 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. Keep safety belts clean and dry. See Care of Safety Belts on page 357 for more information. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away. Also look for any opened or broken airbag covers, and have them repaired or replaced. (The airbag system does not need regular maintenance.) If you damage the covering for the Notice: driver’s or the right front passenger’s airbag, or the airbag covering on the driver’s and right front passenger’s seatback (if equipped), or the side impact airbag covering on the ceiling near the side windows (if equipped), the bag may not work properly. You may have to replace the airbag module in the steering wheel, both the airbag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s airbag, the airbag module and seatback for the driver’s and right front passenger’s seat-mounted side impact airbags (if equipped), or side impact airbag module and ceiling covering for the roof-mounted side impact airbags (if equipped). Do not open or break the airbag coverings. 82 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash {CAUTION: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible. If you have had a crash, do you need new belts or LATCH system parts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new parts. If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash, you may need new LATCH system parts. If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system, safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision. If an airbag inﬂates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. See the part on the airbag system earlier in this section. If the frontal airbags inﬂate you will also need to replace the driver and front passenger’s safety belt retractor assembly. Be sure to do so. Then the new retractor assembly will be there to help protect you in a collision. After a crash you may need to replace the driver and front passenger’s safety belt retractor assemblies, even if the frontal airbags have not deployed. The driver and front passenger’s safety belt retractor assemblies contain the safety belt pretensioners. Have your safety belt pretensioners checked if your vehicle has been in a collision, or if your airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle or while you are driving. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 162. 83 ✍ NOTES 84 Section 2 Features and Controls Keys .............................................................. 87 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System .......... 89 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ................................................. 90 Doors and Locks .......................................... 92 Door Locks ................................................. 92 Power Door Locks ....................................... 94 Rear Door Security Locks ........................... 95 Liftgate/Liftglass ........................................... 96 Windows ....................................................... 98 Manual Windows ......................................... 99 Power Windows .......................................... 99 Sun Visors .................................................. 99 Theft-Deterrent Systems ............................. 100 Content Theft-Deterrent ............................. 100 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ......... 102 New Vehicle Break-In ................................ 102 Ignition Positions ....................................... 103 Starting the Engine .................................... 104 Engine Coolant Heater .............................. 106 Automatic Transaxle Operation .................. 108 Overdrive Off ............................................. 111 Manual Transaxle Operation ...................... 111 Parking Brake ........................................... 114 Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) ............................ 115 Shifting Out of Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) ............................ 117 Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transaxle) ................................ 118 Parking Over Things That Burn ................. 118 Engine Exhaust ......................................... 119 Running the Engine While Parked ............. 120 Mirrors ......................................................... 121 Manual Rearview Mirror ............................. 121 Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar® ....... 121 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror .......... 122 Outside Remote Control Mirrors ................ 122 Outside Convex Mirror ............................... 123 OnStar® System .......................................... 123 85 Section 2 Features and Controls Storage Areas ............................................. 127 Glove Box ................................................. 127 Cupholder(s) .............................................. 127 Coinholder(s) ............................................. 127 Instrument Panel Storage Area .................. 127 Center Console Storage Area .................... 127 Floor Mats ................................................. 127 Rear Storage Area .................................... 128 Rear Cargo Accessory Track System ........ 129 Cargo Cover ............................................. 129 Cargo Tie Downs ...................................... 130 Sunroof ....................................................... 131 86 Keys {CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children. 87 One key is used for the ignition, the doors and all other locks. When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes the key tag from the key and gives it to the ﬁrst owner. Each tag has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualiﬁed locksmith how to make extra keys. Keep the tag in a safe place. If you lose your key, you’ll be able to have a new one made easily using this code. If you need a new key, contact your dealership to obtain the correct key code. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 406 for more information. Notice: vehicle, you may have to damage the vehicle to get in. Be sure you have spare keys. If you ever lock your keys in your 88 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System If the vehicle has the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system, it operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modiﬁcations to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any RKE system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: (cid:127) Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather. (cid:127) Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left or right, hold the transmitter higher, and try again. (cid:127) Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See “Battery Replacement” under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 90. If you are still having trouble, see your dealer or a qualiﬁed technician for service. (cid:127) 89 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation If your vehicle has this feature, you can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle. The remote keyless entry transmitter will look different if your vehicle was purchased in Canada, however it will operate the same. LOCK: Press this button to lock all of the doors. UNLOCK: Press this button once to unlock the driver’s door. The turn signal lights will ﬂash twice and the interior lamps will come on to conﬁrm that the door has unlocked. If the UNLOCK button is pressed again within three seconds, all remaining doors will unlock and the turn signal lights will ﬂash twice and interior lamps will remain on to conﬁrm that all doors & hatch have unlocked. The interior lamps will stay on for 15 seconds or until the ignition is turned on. HATCH/GLASS: Press this button to open the rear liftglass. If the ignition key is in the ON position, the liftglass cannot be opened by the HATCH/GLASS button on the transmitter. The turn signal lights will ﬂash once to conﬁrm that the doors have locked. 90 You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter will not work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it is probably time to change the battery. Notice: When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter. Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters must also be matched. Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter, the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle. Each vehicle can have a maximum of four transmitters matched to it. Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about three years. 91 Doors and Locks Door Locks {CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. (cid:127) Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive. CAUTION: (Continued) To replace the battery, do the following: 1. Insert a small coin or similar object to separate the bottom half from the top half of the transmitter. 2. Remove the battery and replace it with the new one. Make sure the positive side of the battery faces upward. For battery replacement, use a three-volt battery, type CR2032, or equivalent. 3. Snap the transmitter back together tightly to be sure no moisture can enter. 92 CAUTION: (Continued) (cid:127) Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it. (cid:127) Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening. There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside, use your key or the remote keyless entry transmitter, if equipped. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 90 for more information. If your vehicle has power door locks, open the driver’s door by turning the key in the lock toward the rear of the vehicle. Turning the key back toward the center, then toward the rear again will unlock all of the doors. Using the key in the passenger’s door will also unlock all of the doors. Lock a door by turning the key toward the front of the vehicle. If you have power door locks, all the doors will lock. 93 Power Door Locks If your vehicle has this feature, the power door lock switch is located on the armrest of the driver’s and front passenger’s door. To manually lock the door from the inside, press the knob on the door forward. To unlock the door, press the knob rearward. With manual locks, you must use the key to lock and unlock the liftgate. e(Power Door Lock): Press the top of the switch to lock all the doors. Press the bottom of the switch to unlock all the doors. 94 Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors on your vehicle from the inside. The security locks are located on the inside of the rear door trim. To use these locks, do the following: 1. Slide the lever down. 2. Close the door. 3. Do the same thing to the other rear door lock. The rear doors on your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use. To open a rear door with the security lock, do the following: 1. Unlock the door from the inside. 2. Then open the door from the outside. If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adults and older children who ride in the rear won’t be able to open the rear door from the inside. You should let adults and older children know how these security locks work, and how to cancel the locks. 95 To cancel the rear door security lock, do the following: 1. Unlock the door from the inside and open the door from the outside. 2. Slide the lever up. 3. Do the same for the other rear door. The rear door locks will now work normally. 96 Liftgate/Liftglass {CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate or liftglass open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You cannot see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the liftgate or liftglass: (cid:127) Make sure all other windows are shut. (cid:127) Turn the fan on your climate control system to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle. See “Climate Control System” in the Index. (cid:127) If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all the way. See Engine Exhaust on page 119. Liftgate/Liftglass Release To unlock and open the liftgate using the key, insert the key into the keyhole and turn counterclockwise. Raise the liftgate by hand. To open the liftglass using the key, insert the key into the keyhole and turn clockwise to the second position. Use the handle in the center of the liftglass to help in lifting the glass. When closing the liftgate, use the handle to pull it down. To lock the liftgate, turn the key clockwise to the ﬁrst position. Your vehicle may have a liftglass release button which is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. Press this button to release the liftglass. 97 Windows {CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. 98 Manual Windows Use the window crank to open and close each window. Power Windows If your vehicle has this feature, the switches controlling the driver’s and passenger’s windows are located on the driver’s door. The power window switch on each passenger door controls that window only. These switches work while the ignition is turned to ON. Press the front of a switch to lower a window and lift the front of the switch to raise a window. AUTO (Express-Down): Press this switch all the way down and release it to lower the driver’s window quickly. o(Lock-Out): Press the window lock-out button, located near the driver’s power door lock switches, to disable the passenger’s power window switches. Press the button again to enable the window switches. Only the driver’s window will operate with the lock-out button pressed. Sun Visors To block out glare, swing down the sun visors. You can also swing them to the side. The visors can be slid along the rod for extended coverage for the side windows unless your vehicle has roof-mounted side impact airbags. Visor Vanity Mirror Swing down the sun visor to expose the vanity mirror. The vanity mirror may have a cover. Lift the cover to expose the mirror. 99 Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. Content Theft-Deterrent If your vehicle has this feature, the theft-deterrent system is designed to activate an alarm if any of the side doors or the liftgate is forcibly unlocked or if the battery terminal is disconnected and then reconnected while the system is set. The alarm will sound the horn intermittently and ﬂash the headlamps, turn signal lamps and interior lights. If the driver’s or front passenger’s side doors are unlocked forcibly, the other side doors and the liftgate will be locked automatically. Arming the System To arm the system, do the following: 1. Turn the ignition key to the LOCK position and remove it. 2. Close and lock all doors and liftgate with the key or remote keyless entry transmitter. 100 The indicator light located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel will come on when all doors and liftgate are closed and locked. The system will be automatically set after 30 seconds. When the system is set, the indicator light will start ﬂashing. 3. After the indicator light starts ﬂashing, you may leave the vehicle. Do not leave anyone in the vehicle when you set the system, because unlocking the vehicle from the inside will activate the system. Testing the Alarm To test the alarm, do the following: 1. Open all the windows. 2. Set the system as described in the previous procedure. The doors and liftgate should be locked with the key or remote keyless entry transmitter. Be sure to wait until the indicator light starts ﬂashing. 3. Unlock the driver’s door from the inside. The system should activate the alarm. 4. Stop the alarm as described in the disarming procedure following. 5. Repeat this operation for the other doors. Also check that the system is activated when the battery terminal is disconnected and then reconnected. If the system does not work properly, have it checked by your dealer. (cid:127) How the System Alarm is Activated The system will activate the alarm under the following conditions: (cid:127) If the driver’s or front passenger’s door is unlocked or if any of the other doors or the liftgate is forcibly opened without the key or remote keyless entry transmitter. If the battery terminal is disconnected and then reconnected. If the ignition is hot-wired. If the side window glass is broken or damaged. (cid:127) (cid:127) The indicator light will come on when the system is activated. If the driver’s or front passenger’s doors are unlocked without using the key or remote keyless entry transmitter, the other doors and the liftgate will be automatically locked again. After one minute the alarm will automatically stop and the indicator light will start ﬂashing again. 101 Reactivating the System Once the system is set, it will automatically reset the alarm after the alarm stops. The alarm will activate again under the same conditions as described earlier. Disarming the System The alarm can be disarmed by doing one of the following: (cid:127) Turn the ignition key from LOCK to ON. (cid:127) Unlock any of the doors with the key or with the remote keyless entry transmitter. If the liftgate or liftglass is opened with the key, the system will still be activated. 102 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: (cid:127) Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for the ﬁrst 500 miles (805 km). Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to brake, or slow, the vehicle. (cid:127) Avoid making hard stops for the ﬁrst 200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time your new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. (cid:127) Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See Towing a Trailer on page 261 for the trailer towing capabilities of your vehicle and more information. Following break-in, engine speed and load can be gradually increased. Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it to four different positions. If your key seems stuck in LOCK and Notice: you cannot turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. Turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch. If none of these work, then your vehicle needs service. (A) LOCK: This is the only position from which you can remove the key. This locks your steering wheel, ignition and automatic transaxle. Push in the ignition switch as you turn the key toward you. If you have an automatic transaxle, the ignition switch cannot be turned to LOCK unless the shift lever is in PARK (P). {CAUTION: On manual transaxle vehicles, turning the key to LOCK and removing it will lock the steering column and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle. This could cause a collision. If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the key only to ACC. Do not push the key in while the vehicle is moving. (B) ACC (ACCESSORY): This position operates some of your electrical accessories, such as the radio, but not the ventilation fan. It unlocks the steering wheel and ignition. To move the key from ACC to LOCK, push in the key and then turn it to LOCK. 103 Key In the Ignition Never leave your vehicle with the keys inside, as it is an easy target for joy riders or thieves. If you leave the key in the ignition and park your vehicle, a chime will sound, when you open the driver’s door. Always remember to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. This will lock your ignition and transaxle. Also, always remember to lock the doors. The battery could be drained if you leave the key in the ignition while your vehicle is parked. You may not be able to start your vehicle after it has been parked for an extended period of time. Starting the Engine Place the transaxle in the proper gear. (C) ON: This is the position the switch returns to after you start your engine and release the switch. The switch stays in the ON position when the engine is running. But even when the ignition is not running, you can use ON to operate your electrical accessories, including the ventilation fan and 115 volt power outlet, and to display some warning and indicator lights. The battery could be drained if you leave the key in the ACC or On position with the engine off. You may not be able to start your vehicle if the battery is allowed to drain for an extended period of time. (D) START: This position starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return to ON for normal driving. When the engine is not running, ACC and ON allow you to operate some of your electrical accessories. A warning tone will sound if you open the driver’s door when the ignition is still in ACC or LOCK and the key is in the ignition. 104 Automatic Transaxle Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine will not start in any other position — this is a safety feature. To restart when you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Notice: Shifting into PARK (P) with the vehicle moving could damage the transaxle. Shift into PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped. Manual Transaxle The shift lever should be in the neutral position and the parking brake engaged. Hold the clutch pedal to the ﬂoor and start the engine. Your vehicle will not start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down. That is a safety feature. Starting Procedure 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. Operate the engine and transaxle gently to allow the oil to warm up and lubricate all moving parts. Your vehicle has a Computer-Controlled Cranking System. This feature assists in starting the engine and protects components. If the ignition key is turned to the START position, and then released when the engine begins cranking, the engine will continue cranking for a few seconds or until the vehicle starts. If the engine does not start and the key is held in START for many seconds, cranking will be stopped after 15 seconds to prevent cranking motor damage. To prevent gear damage, this system also prevents cranking if the engine is already running. Engine cranking can be stopped by turning the ignition switch to the ACC or LOCK position. Notice: Cranking the engine for long periods of time, by returning the key to the START position immediately after cranking has ended, can overheat and damage the cranking motor, and drain the battery. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try, to allow the cranking motor to cool down. 105 2. If the engine does not start after 5-10 seconds, especially in very cold weather (below 0°F or −18°C), it could be ﬂooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the ﬂoor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for up to a maximum of 15 seconds. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try, to allow the cranking motor to cool down. When the engine starts, let go of the key and accelerator. If the vehicle starts brieﬂy but then stops again, do the same thing. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. Operate the engine and transaxle gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all moving parts. Notice: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you do not, your engine might not perform properly. Any resulting damage would not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty. Engine Coolant Heater Your vehicle may have an engine coolant heater. In very cold weather, 0°F (−18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You will get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (0°C), use of the coolant heater is not required. 106 4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you do not, it could be damaged. How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you will be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area. To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The electrical cord is located on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. {CAUTION: Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a ﬁre. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cord will not reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps. 107 Automatic Transaxle Operation There are several different positions for your shift lever. PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It is the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle cannot move easily. CAUTION: (Continued) Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). See Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) on page 115. If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 261. {CAUTION: Make sure that the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. Your vehicle can roll. CAUTION: (Continued) 108 Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes ﬁrst and then press the shift lever button before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in ON. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever, push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) and release the shift lever button as you maintain brake application. Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into the gear you wish. See Shifting Out of Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) on page 117. REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transaxle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transaxle, see If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow on page 252. NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine does not connect with the wheels. To restart when you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. {CAUTION: Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed is dangerous. Unless your foot is ﬁrmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hit people or objects. Do not shift into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed. Notice: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while the engine is running at high speed may damage the transaxle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Be sure the engine is not running at high speeds when shifting your vehicle. 109 LOW (L): This position reduces vehicle speed even more than SECOND (2) without using your brakes. You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the shift lever is put in LOW (L), the transaxle will not shift into low gear until the vehicle is going slow enough. Notice: Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transaxle. If you are stuck, do not spin the tires. When stopping on a hill, use the brakes, or parking brake to hold the vehicle in place. DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. It provides the best fuel economy for your vehicle. If you need more power for passing, and you are: (cid:127) Going less than about 27 mph (43 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. (cid:127) Going about 29 mph (47 km/h) or more, push your accelerator pedal all the way down. You will shift down to the next gear and have more power. Downshifting the transaxle in slippery road conditions could result in skidding, see Skidding under Loss of Control on page 237. SECOND (2): This position reduces vehicle speed more than DRIVE (D) without using your brakes. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on. 110 Overdrive Off Vehicles with an automatic transaxle have an O/D (overdrive off) button located on the left side of the shift lever. When you turn on your vehicle overdrive will automatically come on until you turn it off. Press the O/D button to turn overdrive off or on. A light on the instrument panel cluster comes on when the overdrive is on. See Overdrive Off Light on page 174. Manual Transaxle Operation Five-Speed Transaxle FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. Drive your vehicle with the overdrive on for better fuel economy and quieter driving. You can shift into FIRST (1) when you are going less than 20 mph (32 km/h). If you have come to a complete stop and it is hard to shift into FIRST (1), put the shift lever in NEUTRAL and let up on the clutch. Press the clutch pedal back down. Then shift into FIRST (1). 111 SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. THIRD (3), FOURTH (4), FIFTH (5): Shift into THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5) the same way you do for SECOND (2). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. To stop, let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. Just before the vehicle stops, press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal, and shift to NEUTRAL. NEUTRAL: Use this position when you start or idle your engine. REVERSE (R): To back up, press down on the clutch pedal and shift into REVERSE (R). Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transaxle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. Also, use REVERSE (R) along with the parking brake for parking your vehicle. 112 Shift Speeds {CAUTION: If you skip a gear when you downshift, you could lose control of your vehicle. You could injure yourself or others. Do not shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift. This chart shows when to shift to the next gear for the best fuel economy. Manual Transaxle Recommended Shift Speeds Engine 1.8 L (Code 8) 1 to 2 or 2 to 1 15 mph 24 km/h 2 to 3 or 3 to 2 25 mph 40 km/h 3 to 4 or 4 to 3 40 mph 64 km/h 4 to 5 or 5 to 6 or 6 to 5 5 to 4 45 mph 72 km/h — If your speed drops below 20 mph (32 km/h), or if the engine is not running smoothly, you should downshift to the next lower gear. You may have to downshift two or more gears to keep the engine running smoothly or for good performance. 113 Parking Brake To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down and pull up on the parking brake lever. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the release button. Hold the release button in as you move the lever all the way down. Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts. Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving. If you are towing a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 261. To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down. 114 Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) {CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 261. To shift into PARK (P), do the following: 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake by pulling up on the parking brake lever. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) by holding in the button on the shift lever and pushing the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle. 3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P). 115 Torque Lock (Automatic Transaxle) If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may ﬁnd it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To ﬁnd out how, see Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) on page 115. When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out of PARK (P) before you release the parking brake. If torque lock does occur, you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle, so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transaxle) {CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch ﬁre. You or others could be injured. Do not leave your vehicle with the engine running. If you have to leave your automatic transaxle vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and your parking brake is ﬁrmly set before you leave it. After you have moved the shift lever into PARK (P), hold the regular brake pedal down. Then, see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK (P) without ﬁrst pulling it toward you. If you can, it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK (P). 116 Shifting Out of Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in ON. See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 108. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever – push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) and release the shift lever button as you maintain brake application. Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into the gear you wish. Shift Lock Release If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still cannot shift out of PARK (P), try this: 1. Turn the ignition to LOCK. Make sure the parking brake is applied. 2. Carefully pry the cover from the shift lock override, located to the right of the shift lever. 3. Insert the end of a ﬂat-tipped tool into the round slot and press down ﬁrmly. 4. While maintaining brake application, move the shift lever into the drive gear you want. 5. Have the vehicle ﬁxed as soon as possible. 117 Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transaxle) Before you get out of your vehicle, move the shift lever into REVERSE (R), and ﬁrmly apply the parking brake. Once the shift lever has been placed into REVERSE (R) with the clutch pedal pressed in, you can turn the ignition key to LOCK, remove the key and release the clutch. If you are parking on a hill, or if your vehicle is pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 261. Evaporation Pump Your vehicle is equipped with a vacuum pump for the vehicle’s fuel evaporation system. This pump performs a fuel evaporation leakage test approximately ﬁve hours after the engine is turned off. You may hear a sound coming from underneath the rear cargo compartment for several minutes. The noise is normal and does not signify a malfunction. See your dealer with any questions. 118 Parking Over Things That Burn {CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn. Engine Exhaust {CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: (cid:127) The exhaust system sounds strange or different. (cid:127) Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. (cid:127) Your vehicle was damaged in a collision. (cid:127) Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris. CAUTION: (Continued) (cid:127) Repairs were not done correctly. (cid:127) Your vehicle or the exhaust system has been modiﬁed improperly. If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle: (cid:127) Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO; and (cid:127) Have your vehicle ﬁxed immediately. CAUTION: (Continued) 119 Running the Engine While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. {CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier caution under Engine Exhaust on page 119. Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the climate control fan is at the highest setting. One place this can happen is a garage. Exhaust — with CO — can come in easily. NEVER park in a garage with the engine running. Another closed-in place can be a blizzard. See Winter Driving on page 248. {CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle will not move. See Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) on page 115. If you are parking on a hill and if you are pulling a trailer, also see Towing a Trailer on page 261. 120 Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror While sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle. Move the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side. The control at the bottom of the mirror is the day/night feature that allows adjustment to the mirror so that the glare of headlamps from behind is reduced. Pull the control for night driving to reduce glare; push it to return to the day position. The mirror may have map lights beneath the mirror. Press the switch to turn each light on or off. Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar® The vehicle may have an inside rearview mirror with OnStar®. See your dealer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar®. See OnStar® System on page 123 for information on the services OnStar® provides. While sitting in a comfortable position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle. Move the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side. The control at the bottom of the mirror is the day/night feature that allows adjustment to the mirror so that the glare of headlamps from behind is reduced. Move the control from left to right for day or night conditions. 121 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror While sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle. Hold the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side. The mirror may have an automatic dimming feature that darkens gradually to reduce the glare of headlamps from behind. When the ignition key is inserted and turned on, the inside rear view mirror always turns on in the automatic function mode. An indicator light located on the mirror will come on to show you that the function is on. When the inside air temperature is low, it may take a little longer for the mirror to darken in response to the detection of headlights. Press the button in the center of the mirror to turn this feature on or off. One photocell on the front of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside. Another photocell, facing rearward, senses headlamps behind you. To keep the photocells operating well, occasionally clean them with a cotton swab and glass cleaner. 122 Outside Remote Control Mirrors Your vehicle has outside power adjustable mirrors. The controls are located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. To adjust either mirror, push the button labeled L (left) or R (right). Use the arrows on the control pad to adjust the direction of the mirror. Once both mirrors have been adjusted, move the selector switch back to the center. This prevents the mirrors from being moved once they have been adjusted. Outside Convex Mirror OnStar® System {CAUTION: A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. The passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver’s seat. OnStar® uses several innovative technologies and live advisors to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information, and convenience services. If your airbags deploy, the system is designed to make an automatic call to OnStar® Emergency advisors who can request emergency services be sent to your location. If you lock your keys in the vehicle, call OnStar® at 1-888-4-ONSTAR and they can send a signal to unlock your doors. If you need roadside assistance, press the OnStar® button and they can contact Roadside Service for you. 123 OnStar® service is provided to you subject to the OnStar® Terms and Conditions. You may cancel your OnStar® service at any time by contacting OnStar® as provided below. A complete OnStar® Owner’s Guide and the OnStar® Terms and Conditions are included in the vehicle’s OnStar® Subscriber glove box literature. For more information, visit onstar.com or onstar.ca, contact OnStar® at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or TTY 1-877-248-2080, or press the OnStar® button to speak with an OnStar® advisor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Not all OnStar® features are available on all vehicles. To check if your vehicle is equipped to provide the services described below, or for a full description of OnStar® services and system limitations, see the OnStar® Owner’s Guide in your glove box or visit onstar.com. OnStar® Services For new vehicles equipped with OnStar®, the Safe & Sound Plan, or the Directions & Connections® Plan is included for one year from the date of purchase. You can extend this plan beyond the ﬁrst year, or upgrade to the Directions & Connections® Plan. 124 For more information, press the OnStar® button to speak with an advisor. Some OnStar® services (such as Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance) may not be available until you register with OnStar®. Available Services with Safe & Sound® Plan (cid:127) Automatic Notiﬁcation of Airbag Deployment (cid:127) Advanced Automatic Crash Notiﬁcation (AACN) (If equipped) (cid:127) Link to Emergency Services (cid:127) Roadside Assistance (cid:127) Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance (cid:127) AccidentAssist (cid:127) Remote Door Unlock/Vehicle Alert (cid:127) OnStar® Vehicle Diagnostics (cid:127) GM® Goodwrench® On Demand Diagnostics (cid:127) OnStar® Hands-Free Calling with 30 complimentary minutes (cid:127) OnStar® Virtual Advisor (U.S. Only) Available Services included with Directions & Connections® Plan (cid:127) All Safe and Sound Plan Services (cid:127) Driving Directions - Advisor delivered or OnStar® Turn-by-Turn Navigation (If equipped) Information and Convenience Services (cid:127) RideAssist (cid:127) OnStar® Hands-Free Calling OnStar® Hands-Free Calling allows eligible OnStar® subscribers to make and receive calls using voice commands. Hands-Free Calling is fully integrated into the vehicle, and can be used with OnStar® Pre-Paid Minute Packages. Hands-Free Calling may also be linked to a Verizon Wireless service plan in the U.S. or a Bell Mobility service plan in Canada, depending on eligibility. To ﬁnd out more, refer to the OnStar® Owner’s Guide in the vehicle’s glove box, visit www.onstar.com or www.onstar.ca, or speak with an OnStar® advisor by pressing the OnStar® button or calling 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827). OnStar® Virtual Advisor OnStar® Virtual Advisor is a feature of OnStar® Hands-Free Calling that uses your minutes to access location-based weather, local traffic reports, and stock quotes. By pressing the phone button and giving a few simple voice commands, you can browse through the various topics. See the OnStar® Owner’s Guide for more information. (Only available in the continental U.S.) OnStar® Steering Wheel Controls Your vehicle may be equipped with a Talk/Mute button that can be used to interact with OnStar® Hands-Free Calling. On some vehicles, you may have to hold the button for a few seconds and give the command “ONSTAR” in order to activate the OnStar® Hands-Free Calling feature. On some vehicles, the mute button can be used to dial numbers into voicemail systems, or to dial phone extensions. See the OnStar® Owner’s Guide for more information. 125 How OnStar® Service Works In order to provide you with OnStar® services, your vehicle’s OnStar® system has the capability of recording and transmitting vehicle information. This information is automatically sent to an OnStar® Call Center at the time of an OnStar® button press, Emergency button press or if your airbags or AACN system deploys. The vehicle information usually includes your GPS location and, in the event of a crash, additional information regarding the accident that your vehicle has been involved in (e.g. the direction from which your vehicle was hit). When you use the Virtual Advisor feature of OnStar® Hands-Free Calling, your vehicle also sends OnStar® your GPS location so that we can provide you with location-based services. OnStar® service cannot work unless your vehicle is in a place where OnStar® has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service in that area. OnStar® service also cannot work unless you are in a place where the wireless service provider OnStar® has hired for that area has coverage, network capacity and reception when the service is needed, and technology that is compatible with the OnStar® service. 126 Not all services are available everywhere, particularly in remote or enclosed areas, or at all times. OnStar® service that involves location information about your vehicle cannot work unless GPS satellite signals are unobstructed and available in that place as well. Your vehicle must have a working electrical system (including adequate battery power) for the OnStar® equipment to operate. There are other problems OnStar® cannot control that may prevent OnStar® from providing OnStar® service to you at any particular time or place. Some examples are damage to important parts of your vehicle in an accident, hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather or wireless phone network congestion. Your Responsibility You may need to increase the volume of your radio to hear the OnStar® advisor. If the light next to the OnStar® buttons is red, this means that your system is not functioning properly and should be checked by a dealer. If the light appears clear (no light is appearing), your OnStar® subscription has expired. You can always press the blue OnStar® button to conﬁrm that your OnStar® equipment is active. Storage Areas Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling up on the bottom of the handle. Cupholder(s) There are two ﬁxed cupholders located in the console area between the two front seats. There are also two cupholders that fold out of the rear of the console storage unit. Coinholder(s) Your instrument panel may have a coinholder located to the left of the steering wheel and on the center console near the parking brake. Instrument Panel Storage Area There are storage compartments located on the instrument panel in two places. They are below the interior/instrument panel brightness dial and below the shift lever. Pull the top of the door toward you to open it or for the compartment below the shift lever, push the button to open it. Center Console Storage Area A storage area is located in the console between the seats. To access the storage area, pull up the lock release lever while raising the lid. Floor Mats The driver’s side ﬂoor mat is held in place by two locator hooks. Be sure the driver’s side ﬂoor mat is properly placed on the ﬂoor so that it does not block the movement of the accelerator pedal. 127 How to Remove and Replace the Floor Mat To remove the ﬂoor mat, pull up on the rear of the mat to disconnect it from the locator hooks. Rear Storage Area A storage area is located under the rear cargo area ﬂoor panel. Turn the knobs on the ﬂoor panel to unlock the storage area access cover. To reinstall the ﬂoor mat, line up the openings in the ﬂoor mat over the locator hooks and push down into place. Be sure to lock the access cover to close it securely. 128 Rear Cargo Accessory Track System Your vehicle has a track system located on the ﬂoor of the rear cargo area. This system can be used to carry accessories in your vehicle in many ways by using the tie-down anchors provided in your vehicle or accessory packages available from your GM dealer. Make sure the cargo being carried in the rear cargo area is secure. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 253. Cargo Cover To use the cargo cover, loosen the straps and attach the side hooks of the cargo cover to the upper tie down hooks located along both sides of the rear cargo area. Pull straps to adjust. {CAUTION: An improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver. You or others could be injured. If you remove the cover, always store it in the proper storage location. When you put it back, always be sure that it is securely reattached. 129 Cargo Tie Downs The tire tie-down straps are designed to secure a ﬂat tire. You can also use the straps and hooks to secure your luggage. There are eight tie-down hooks located in the rear of the vehicle. The straps are located under the cargo area ﬂoor panel. To use the straps, hook the ends to the lower tie-down hooks in a criss-cross pattern across the cargo. Pull on the straps at the buckle to tighten the straps as needed. 130 Sunroof If the vehicle has a sunroof, it can be opened or put in a tilt position. To tilt the sunroof, slide the sunshade rearward, then press the switch marked UP. Press the other end of the switch to lower the sunroof. The ignition must be in the ON position for the switch to work. To open or close the sunroof, press the switch marked SLIDE rearward or forward. The sunroof will close partially and stop. Once the sunroof stops, release the switch and press the button again to fully close it. The sunroof can be opened to any position. The sunshade will open when the sunroof is opened. The sunshade must be closed manually. 131 ✍ NOTES 132 Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ........................ 136 Hazard Warning Flashers .......................... 138 Other Warning Devices ............................. 138 Horn .......................................................... 138 Tilt Wheel .................................................. 139 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever .................. 139 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ................. 140 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer .......... 140 Flash-to-Pass ............................................ 141 Windshield Wipers ..................................... 141 Windshield Washer .................................... 142 Rear Window Wiper/Washer ...................... 142 Cruise Control ........................................... 143 Exterior Lamps .......................................... 146 Headlamps on Reminder ........................... 146 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ................. 147 Automatic Headlamp System ..................... 147 Fog Lamps ................................................ 148 Instrument Panel Brightness ...................... 148 Interior Lamps Control ............................... 149 Entry Lighting ............................................ 149 Reading Lamps ......................................... 150 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ........................ 150 Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current .................................................. 151 Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter ................ 151 Climate Controls ......................................... 152 Climate Control System ............................. 152 Outlet Adjustment ...................................... 155 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ............. 156 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ..... 158 Instrument Panel Cluster ........................... 159 Speedometer and Odometer ...................... 160 Trip Odometers ......................................... 160 Tachometer ............................................... 161 Safety Belt Reminder Light ........................ 161 Airbag Readiness Light ............................. 162 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ............. 163 Charging System Light .............................. 165 Brake System Warning Light ..................... 166 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ...... 167 Low Tire Pressure Warning Light .............. 167 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light ........................................ 168 StabiliTrak® Indicator Light ......................... 168 133 Section 3 Instrument Panel Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ............ 169 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ........................ 170 Oil Pressure Light ..................................... 173 Lights On Reminder .................................. 174 ............................. 174 Taillamp Indicator Light Cruise Control Light .................................. 174 Overdrive Off Light .................................... 174 Highbeam On Light ................................... 175 Low Washer Fluid Warning Light ............... 175 Door Ajar Light .......................................... 175 Fuel Gage ................................................. 176 Low Fuel Warning Light ............................ 177 Audio System(s) ......................................... 177 Setting the Time ........................................ 178 Radio with CD (Base Level) ...................... 179 Radio with CD (MP3) ................................ 188 Radio with Six-Disc CD ............................. 198 Using an MP3 ........................................... 210 XM Radio Messages ................................. 216 Radio Reception ........................................ 218 Care of Your CDs ..................................... 219 Care of the CD Player .............................. 219 Fixed Mast Antenna .................................. 219 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ....... 219 134 ✍ NOTES 135 Instrument Panel Overview 136 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 155. B. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 159. C. Climate Control System. See Climate Control System on page 152. D. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 138. E. Audio System. See Audio System(s) on page 177. F. Rear Window Defogger Button. See “Rear Window Defogger” under Climate Control System on page 152. G. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 163. Front Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light. See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 161. H. Power Remote Control Mirror Button. See Outside Remote Control Mirrors on page 122. I. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 148. J. Rear Liftglass Release Button. See Liftgate/Liftglass on page 96. K. Tire Pressure Monitor Reset Button. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 330. L. Coinholder. See Coinholder(s) on page 127. M. TRAC OFF Button. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 230. N. Content Theft-Deterrent Security Light. See Content Theft-Deterrent on page 100. O. Storage Compartment. See Instrument Panel Storage Area on page 127. P. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever and Exterior Lamp Stalk. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 139 and Exterior Lamps on page 146. Q. Hood Release. See Hood Release on page 280. R. Tilt Lever. See Tilt Wheel on page 139. S. Horn. See Horn on page 138. T. Cruise Control Lever (Option). See Cruise Control on page 143. U. Ignition Switch. See Ignition Positions on page 103. 137 V. Windshield Wiper Lever. See Windshield Wipers on page 141. W. Cigarette Lighter or Accessory Power Outlet. See Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter on page 151 or Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 150. X. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 108 or Manual Transaxle Operation on page 111. Y. Power Outlet. See Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current on page 151. Z. Parking Brake. See Parking Brake on page 114. AA. Center Console Storage Area. See Center Console Storage Area on page 127. AB. Glove Box. See Glove Box on page 127. Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning ﬂashers let you warn the police and others that you have a problem. The front and rear turn signal lamps will ﬂash on and off. 138 The hazard warning ﬂasher button is located in the center of the instrument panel. The hazard warning ﬂashers work no matter what position the key is in, and even if the key is not in the ignition switch. Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps ﬂash on and off. Press the button again to turn the ﬂashers off. While the hazard warning ﬂashers are on, the turn signals do not work. Other Warning Devices If you carry reﬂective triangles, you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Horn Press near or on the horn symbols on your steering wheel pad to sound the horn. Tilt Wheel A tilt steering column allows you to adjust the steering column before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. The tilt lever is located underneath, on the left side of the steering wheel column. To tilt the column, move the lever downward. Adjust the steering wheel to a comfortable position, then move the lever upward to lock the column in place. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever The turn signal/multifunction lever is located on the left side of the steering column. This lever operates the following: (cid:127) Exterior Lamps. See Exterior Lamps on page 146. (cid:127) Turn and Lane-Change Signals. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 140. (cid:127) Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 140. (cid:127) Flash-to-Pass. See Flash-to-Pass on page 141. (cid:127) Fog Lamps. See Fog Lamps on page 148. 139 Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has an upward (for right) and a downward (for left) position. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is ﬁnished, the lever will return automatically. To signal a lane change, raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to ﬂash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself when you release it. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will ﬂash in the direction of the turn or lane change. If you signal a turn or a lane change and notice the arrow ﬂashing rapidly, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers will not see your turn signal. 140 If a bulb is burned out, have it replaced to help avoid an accident. If the arrows do not go on at all when you signal a turn, check for burned-out bulbs and then check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 365. Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer The headlamps must be on for this feature to work. For high beams, push the turn signal lever away from you. When the high beams are on, this light on the instrument panel cluster also will be on. It will go off when you switch to the low beams. To switch back to low beams, pull the lever toward you. Flash-to-Pass With the lever in the low-beam position, pull the lever toward you to momentarily switch to high beams (to signal that you are going to pass). If you have the headlamps on when you release the lever, they will return to the low beams. Windshield Wipers The lever on the right side of the steering column controls the windshield wipers and washer. Move the lever to one of the following positions: MIST: Move the lever to MIST, for a single wiping cycle. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one wipe. OFF: Move the lever to this position to turn the wipers off. INT (Intermittent): Move the lever to INT to choose a delayed wiping cycle. The time between wipes can be changed by turning the INT band. Turn the band forward or rearward for a longer or shorter delay interval. This position is useful in light rain or snow, rather than continuous wiping. LO (Low): Move the lever to LO for steady wiping at low speed. HI (High): Move the lever to HI for steady wiping at high speed. REAR: Turn the end of the lever upward to LO or HI, to turn on the rear window wiper. The wiper does not work with the rear liftglass open. 141 Rear Window Wiper/Washer Turn the knob up or down as far as it will go, to squirt washer ﬂuid on the rear window. The knob automatically returns from these positions after it is released. The rear window washer uses the same ﬂuid bottle as the windshield washer. However, the rear window washer will run out of ﬂuid before the windshield washer. If you can wash the windshield but not the rear window, check the ﬂuid level. {CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer ﬂuid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they are frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If the blades become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. Heavy snow or ice can overload the wipers. A circuit breaker stops them until the motor cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. Windshield Washer Pull the lever toward you to spray washer ﬂuid on the windshield. The spray will continue until you release the lever. The wipers will run a few times. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 305. The knob automatically returns from the position after you release it. {CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer ﬂuid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. 142 Cruise Control If your vehicle has cruise control, the lever is located on the right side of the steering wheel. Cruise control, lets you maintain a speed of 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h). {CAUTION: Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed. So, do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip, and you could lose control. Do not use cruise control on slippery roads. 143 Setting Cruise Control {CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control. 1. Press the ON-OFF button at the end of the cruise control lever. The CRUISE light on the instrument panel cluster comes on. See Cruise Control Light on page 174 for more information. 2. Get up to the desired speed. 3. Move the lever down to −SET and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. Resuming a Set Speed Suppose the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This shuts off cruise control. But you do not need to reset it. If the vehicle speed is 25 mph (40 km/h) or greater, push the lever up to +RES (Resume/Accelerate). The vehicle returns to the previously set speed and stays there. Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are three ways to go to a higher speed: (cid:127) Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Move the lever down to −SET. Release the lever and the accelerator pedal. You will now cruise at the higher speed. (cid:127) Move the cruise lever up to +RES. Hold it there until you get up to the speed desired, and then release the lever. (cid:127) To increase the vehicle speed in very small amounts, move the lever to +RES brieﬂy

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2007 Pontiac VIBE Owners Manual