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Seats and Restraint Systems... 1-1Front Seats... 1-2Rear Seats...

Heated SeatsIf the vehicle has thisfeature, the buttons toactivate the heat on eachfront seat cushion arelocated on the climatecontrol panel.The butto

Outside Convex Mirror{CAUTION:A convex mirror can make things (like othervehicles) look farther away than they really are.If you cut too sharply into

Safe and Sound Plan•Automatic Notification of Airbag Deployment• Emergency Services• Roadside Assistance• Stolen Vehicle Tracking• AccidentAssist• Remo

Storage AreasGlove BoxOpen the glove box by lifting up on the lever.Close the glove box with a firm push.Cupholder(s)There are two cupholders in the fr

Cupholder RemovalYou can remove the cupholder by unsnapping therear cupholder from the console.Overhead ConsoleThe overhead consolehas two reading lam

Front Seat Storage NetIf the vehicle has a fold-flatfront passenger seat, astorage net is attached tothe seatback. It cannotbe removed from the seat.Ce

The net is not for larger, heavier loads. Store those inthe trunk as far forward as possible.Unhook the net so that it will lie flat when not in use.Su

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Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-5Other Warning Devices ...

Oil Pressure Light ...3-47Fog Lamp Light ...3-47Cruise Control Light ..

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But do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicleis moving.{CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicleis in motion can be dangerous. Ev

Instrument Panel Overview3-4

The main components of the instrument panel are thefollowing:A. Side Window Defogger Outlets. See OutletAdjustment on page 3-33.B. Air Outlets. See Ou

Press the button to make the front and rear turn signallamps flash on and off. Press the button again toturn the flashers off.When the hazard warning fla

Turn and Lane-Change SignalsTo signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.The lever returns automatically when the turn iscomplete.An arrow

Headlamp High/Low-Beam ChangerPush forward on the exterior lamps control lever tochange the headlamps from low to high-beam. Pull thelever back and th

Windshield Wiper LeverN(Windshield Wipers): The lever with this symbol,located on the right side of the steering column,operates the windshield wipers

About 30 seconds after the wipers are on, theheadlamps, taillamps, and instrument panel lighting willcome on, and the Driver Information Center (DIC)b

The cruise control leveris located below thewindshield wiper controlon the right side ofthe steering wheel.J ON/OFF q: Press the button on the end of

Setting Cruise Control{CAUTION:If you leave your cruise control on when youare not using cruise, you might hit a buttonand go into cruise when you do

Resuming a Set SpeedIf the cruise control is set at a desired speed and thenthe brakes are applied, the cruise control shuts off.But the cruise contro

Head RestraintsPush the release button, located under the headrestraint to slide it up or down. Adjust the head restraintso that the top of the restra

Passing Another Vehicle While UsingCruise ControlUse the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle’sspeed. When you take your foot off the pedal, the

AUTO (Automatic): Turn the outside band to thisposition to set the headlamps so that they willautomatically come on when it is dark outside. Theheadla

When the exterior lamp control is in AUTO and it is darkenough outside, the DRL will turn off and the low-beamheadlamps at full brightness will turn o

This symbol appears onthe instrument panelcluster when the foglamps are on.To turn the fog lamps off, turn the band up to the fog lampsymbol and relea

Courtesy LampsWhen a door is opened, the courtesy lamps willautomatically come on. These lamps will also come onwhen the interior lamps control is ful

Delayed Exit LightingFor exiting the vehicle at night, the vehicle is equippedwith the delayed exit lighting feature. The interiorlamps will light for

Battery Run-Down ProtectionThe vehicle has a feature to help prevent the batteryfrom draining in case the interior, trunk, or underhoodlamps are accid

The HUD information can be displayed in one of threelanguages, English, French, or Spanish. Thespeedometer reading and other numerical values canbe di

When the HUD is on, the speedometer reading willcontinually be displayed. The current radio station or CDtrack number will only be displayed for six s

• Format Three: This display includes all theinformation in Format One, but turns the instrumentcluster lighting off. Format Three will also showthe t

{CAUTION:Things you put on this seatback can strikeand injure people in a sudden stop or turn,or in a crash. Remove or secure all itemsbefore driving.

If You Cannot See the HUD ImageWhen the Ignition Is On• Is anything covering the HUD lens?• Is the HUD dimmer setting bright enough?• Is the HUD image

Certain electrical accessories may not be compatiblewith the accessory power outlet and could resultin blown vehicle or adapter fuses. See your dealer

Climate ControlsClimate Control SystemThe climate control system allows manual control of theheating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle.Fan9(Fan

Defogging and DefrostingFog on the inside of the vehicle is a result of highhumidity causing moisture to condense on the coolwindow glass. This can be

Air Conditioning#(Air Conditioner): Press this button on the climatecontrol panel to turn the air conditioning compressor on oroff. An indicator light

Rear Window DefoggerThe rear window defogger uses a warming grid toremove fog or frost from the rear window. Be sure toclear as much snow from the rea

2. Press the PASS. button to turn the passengerclimate control system on and off. When thepassenger system is off, the driver’s temperaturesetting is

Air Flow: This control has several settings to controlthe direction of airflow.To change the current mode, select one of the following:AUTO: This mode

Defogging and DefrostingFog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity(moisture) condensing on the cool window glass.This can be minimized

Outlet AdjustmentRotate and turn the air outlets, located in the middleand at each outboard side of the instrument panel,to adjust the direction of th

Rear SeatsSplit Folding Rear SeatBoth sides of the rear seatback can be folded down inthe vehicle. Make sure the front seat is not reclined.If it is,

6. Remove the two air inlet grille retainers using a flattool to first pry up on the center post and then theremainder of the fastener can be pulled out

Warning Lights, Gages, andIndicatorsThis part describes the warning lights and gages thatmay be on the vehicle. The pictures help to locate them.Warni

Instrument Panel ClusterThe instrument panel cluster is designed to show at a glance how the vehicle is running. It will show how fast thevehicle is g

Speedometer and OdometerThe speedometer shows the vehicle’s speed in bothmiles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).The odometer, located on

Safety Belt Reminder LightWhen the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime willcome on for several seconds to remind occupants tofasten their safety be

{CAUTION:If the airbag readiness light stays on after youstart your vehicle, it means the airbag systemmay not be working properly. The airbags inyour

Brake System Warning LightThe vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided intotwo parts. If one part is not working, the other partcan still work and

{CAUTION:Your brake system may not be working properlyif the brake system warning light is on. Drivingwith the brake system warning light on can leadt

Traction Control System (TCS)Warning LightIf the vehicle has a 3800 supercharged V6 engine andthe Traction Control System (TCS), one of theselights ma

If the light comes on and stays on for an extendedperiod of time when the system is turned on, the vehicleneeds service.Engine Coolant TemperatureWarn

{CAUTION:A safety belt that is improperly routed, notproperly attached, or twisted will not providethe protection needed in a crash. The personwearing

Malfunction Indicator LampCheck Engine LightYour vehicle is equippedwith a computer whichmonitors operation of thefuel, ignition, and emissioncontrol

This light should come on, as a check to show you it isworking, when the ignition is on and the engine isnot running. If the light does not come on, h

Have you recently changed brands of fuel?If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. SeeGasoline Octane on page 5-5. Poor fuel quality will

Oil Pressure LightIf there is a problem withthe vehicle’s oil pressure,this light may stay onwhen the engine is started,or it may come on whilethe veh

Cruise Control LightThis light, if equipped,comes on whenever youset your cruise control.The light will go out when the cruise control is turned off.S

Driver Information Center (DIC)The Driver Information Center (DIC) gives importantsafety and maintenance facts. When the vehicle’signition is turned o

Press the trip odometer button to advance to thenext menu.Trip Distances: This menu shows the distances thatthe vehicle has driven between specific poi

Options4 (Options): Press this button to access the Date,Language, Display Units, Daytime DisplayEnhancements, Engine Oil Monitor System,Tire Inflation

Display Units: This menu allows selection ofmeasurements to be displayed in English or metricunits. The messages on the HUD, if equipped, and theinstr

If the Check Tire Pressure message did not appearand the set/reset button is pressed, the systemwill reset, but no acknowledgement messagewill appear

Safety BeltsSafety Belts: They Are for EveryoneThis part of the manual tells you how to use safetybelts properly. It also tells you some things you sh

INTERIOR LIGHTS WHEN KEY REMOVED: Thisscreen allows this feature to be turned OFF or ON.This feature enables the interior lamps in the vehicle toturn

If KEY-OUT is selected, the auto door unlock will functionwhen the key is taken out of the ignition.If PARK is selected, the auto door unlock will fun

THEFT DETERRENT: The vehicle may have a contenttheft-deterrent system. Once it is turned on, thesystem will activate if someone tries to enter the veh

REMOTE START: If your vehicle has the remote startfeature, this screen allows this feature to be turnedOFF or ON. The remote start feature allows you

The compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates theneed to manually set the compass. However, undercertain circumstances, such as during a long dist

ENGINE HOURS: This screen shows the number ofcumulative hours the engine has operated while the keywas in the RUN position. This screen cannot be rese

The trip odometer has a feature called the retro-activereset. This can be used to set the trip odometer tothe number of miles (kilometers) driven sinc

The time is set through the radio. See Setting the Timeon page 3-93 for more information.To set the date, use the following procedure:1. Press the opt

DAYTIME DISPLAY ENHANCEMENTS: This menuallows selection of the color of the display message.When ON is selected for the daytime enhancement,the messag

Setting the CompassThe compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates theneed to manually set the compass.However, under certain circumstances, such as

You never know if you will be in a crash. If you dohave a crash, you do not know if it will be a bad one.A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can

Personal Programming Mode ScreensPERSONAL PROGRAMMING MODE: This menuallows you to customize several features on yourvehicle. These adjustments can on

To program this mode, use the following procedure:1. Press and release the set/reset button to scroll toeither OFF or ON.2. Press the options button a

DELAYED LOCKING: This screen allows this featureto be turned OFF or ON. The key must be out ofthe ignition for this feature to work.If OFF is selected

If ON is selected, the content theft-deterrent system willbe activated.To program this mode, use the following procedure:1. Press the set/reset button

To program this mode, use the following procedure:1. Press the set/reset button to scroll to OFF or ON.2. Press the options button again to advance to

DIC Warnings and MessagesThese messages will appear if there is a problem inone of the vehicle’s systems. They will overrideany other mode or screen t

AJARThis symbol appearswith the AJAR warningmessage.This warning message comes on when a door, thetrunk, or the hood of the vehicle is not properly cl

This warning message indicates that service is requiredfor the vehicle. See your GM dealer. See Engine Oilon page 5-14 and Scheduled Maintenance on pa

CHECK GAS CAPThis warning message comes on when the gas cap isnot on, or is not fully tightened. Check the gas capto ensure it is on and properly tigh

This message will display while the ignition is in RUN.A chime will sound for two seconds when this messageis displayed. Press the set/reset button to

Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoes not stop.1-12

DELAYED LOCKINGThis message comes on when the doors of the vehicleare closed and the delayed locking feature has beenprogrammed through the DIC. See “

This symbol comes onwith the HOT COOLANTwarning message.This warning message will appear while the enginecoolant temperature is too hot. The hot coola

HOT TRANS FLUIDThis symbol comes on withthe HOT TRANS FLUIDwarning message.This warning message will appear when the transaxlefluid in the vehicle is t

This message will continue to display if it has not beenacknowledged when the engine is turned off. It willalso re-display for three seconds if the me

LOW BRAKE FLUIDThis symbol comes on withthe LOW BRAKE FLUIDwarning message.This warning message will appear when the brake fluidlevel is low. Fill the

LOW OIL LEVELThis symbol comes onwith the LOW OIL LEVELwarning message.This warning message appears when the vehicle’sengine oil is low. Fill the oil

Stop the vehicle immediately, as engine damage canresult from driving a vehicle with low oil pressure. Havethe vehicle serviced by your GM dealer as s

PARKING BRAKE ONThis symbol comes on withthe PARKING BRAKE ONwarning message.This warning message appears to alert the driverwhen the vehicle’s parkin

REDUCED ENGINE POWERThis symbol comes on withthe REDUCED ENGINEPOWER warning message.This warning message appears when the vehicle’sengine power is re

RIGHT FRONT TURN LAMP OUTThis warning message will come on when the vehicle’sright front turn signal needs to be replaced. SeeFront Turn Signal, Parki

The person keeps going until stopped by something.In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...or the instrument panel...1-13

SERVICE ABS SYSTEMThis symbol comes onwith the SERVICE ABSSYSTEM warningmessage.If the vehicle has the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS),this warning messa

SERVICE BRAKE APPLY SENSORThis message will come on when the brake apply sensoris not functioning properly. The vehicle still has brakeswhen this warn

SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEMThis symbol comes on withthe SERVICE STABILITYSYSTEM warningmessage.If the vehicle has the StabiliTrak®Plus system, thiswarnin

This message will continue to display if it has not beenacknowledged when the engine is turned off. It willalso re-display for three seconds if the me

SERVICE VARIABLE EFFORTSTEERINGThis symbol comes on withthe SERVICE VARIABLEEFFORT STEERINGwarning message.If the vehicle has the variable effort stee

STABILITY CONTROL ACTIVEThis symbol comes on withthe STABILITY CONTROLACTIVE warningmessage.If the vehicle has the StabiliTrak®Plus system, thiswarnin

STARTING DISABLED DUE TOELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROLThis warning message comes on when there is amalfunction with the electronic throttle control which

TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVEThis symbol comes on withthe TRACTION CONTROLACTIVE message.If the vehicle has the traction control system, thismessage will ap

Any of the following conditions may cause the tractioncontrol system to turn off:• The traction control system is turned off by pressingthe TC (tracti

Setting the TimeThe radio may have a button marked with an H or HRto represent hours and an M or MIN to representminutes.Press and hold the hour butto

GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, PONTIAC,the PONTIAC Emblem, and the name GRAND PRIXare registered trademarks of General MotorsCorporation.This manu

or the safety belts!With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does.You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance,and your strongest bon

With RDS, the radio can do the following:• Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type ofprogramming• Receive announcements concerning local andna

Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button toselect MIN, MED, or MAX. Each higher setting willallow for more volume compensation at faster

Setting Preset StationsUp to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM,six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped)), can be programmedon the six numbered pushbu

Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)BAL (Balance): To adjust the balance between theright and the left speakers, press and release this buttonuntil B

If both PTY and TRAF are on, the radio will scan forstations with the selected PTY and trafficannouncements.BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate freq

If the entire message is not displayed, parts of themessage will appear every three seconds. To scrollthrough the message, press and release the INFOb

XM™ Radio MessagesRadio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredXL (Explicit LanguageChannels)XL on the radio display,after the channel name,indicates

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)Radio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredNo Info Category Namenot availableNo category information is available at this

Playing a CDInsert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. Theplayer will pull it in and the CD should begin playing.If you want to insert a CD whe

w SCAN x: Press and hold either arrow for morethan two seconds until SCAN and the track numberappear on the display and you hear a beep. The CD willgo

Questions and Answers AboutSafety BeltsQ: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after an accidentif I am wearing a safety belt?A: You could be — whether yo

Radio with CD (MP3)If your vehicle has the Monsoon audio system, includedare eight speakers and an eight channel amplifier.The radio will display MONSO

XM™ Satellite Radio ServiceXM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the48 contiguous United States. XM™ offers 100 coast tocoast channels inc

w SCAN x: Press and hold either SCAN arrow fortwo seconds until SCAN appears on the display and youhear a beep. The radio will go to a station, play f

3. Press and hold the EQ button for two seconds.SELECT EQ # will appear on the display and theEQ symbol will flash.4. Press EQ or turn the SELECT knob

w SCAN x: Scan the stations within a PTY byperforming the following:1. Press PROG TYPE to activate program type selectmode. The PTY symbol will appear

INFO (Information): If the current station has amessage, INFO will appear on the display. Press thisbutton to see the message. The message may display

XM™ Radio MessagesRadio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredXL (Explicit LanguageChannels)XL on the radio display,after the channel name,indicates

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)Radio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredNo Info Song/Program Titlenot availableNo song title information is available

Playing a CDInsert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. Theplayer will pull it in and READING DISC and theCD symbol will appear on the display.

w SEEK x: Press the up arrow to go to the start ofthe next track. Press the down arrow to go to thestart of the previous track. Pressing either arrow

How to Wear Safety Belts ProperlyThis part is only for people of adult size.Be aware that there are special things to know aboutsafety belts and child

If a CD contains more than the maximum of 50 folders,50 playlists, 10 sessions, and 255 files the player willlet you access and navigate up to the maxi

File System and NamingThe song name that will be displayed will be the songname that is contained in the ID3 tag. If the songname is not present in th

\1 (Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton toadvance quickly within a track. Press and hold thispushbutton for less than two seconds to advance at10

w SEEK x: Press the up arrow to go to the start ofthe next track. Press the down arrow to go to thestart of the previous track. Pressing either arrow

CD MessagesCHECK CD: If this message appears on the displayand/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of thefollowing reasons:• It is very hot. When

This system relies upon receiving specific informationfrom these stations and will only work when theinformation is available. In rare cases, a radio s

Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button toselect MIN, MED, or MAX. Each higher setting willallow for more volume compensation at faster

Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)AUDIO: Push the AUDIO knob until BASS, MID, orTREB appears on the display. Turn the knob to increaseor to decrease. If a

Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station(RDS and XM™)To select and find a desired PTY perform the following:1. Press the P-TYPE button to activate programt

BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequencyallows the radio to switch to a stronger station with thesame program type. To turn alternate frequency

5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckleend of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt.6. This safety belt has a feature that will

If the entire message is not displayed, parts of themessage will appear every three seconds. To scrollthrough the message, press and release the INFOb

XM™ Radio MessagesRadio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredXL (Explicit LanguageChannels)XL on the radio display,after the channel name,indicates

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)Radio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredNo Info Song/Program Titlenot availableNo song title information is available

Playing a CDIf the ignition or radio is turned off, with a CD in theplayer, it will stay in the player. When the ignitionor radio is turned on, the CD

Playing a Specific Loaded CDFor every CD loaded, a number will appear on thedisplay. To play a specific CD, first press the CD AUXbutton, then press the

RDM (Random): With random, you can listen to thetracks in random, rather than sequential, order, on oneCD or on all of the CDs.To use random, do one o

Using Song List ModeThe six-disc CD changer has a feature called song list.This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections.To save tracks into t

To delete the entire song list, perform thefollowing steps:1. Turn the CD player on.2. Press the SONG LIST button to turn song list on.S-LIST will app

Navigation/Radio SystemYour vehicle may have a navigation radio system thatincludes Radio Data System (RDS) with ProgramType (PTY) selections that wil

Audio Steering Wheel ControlsIf your vehicle has this feature, some audio controls canbe adjusted at the steering wheel. They include thefollowing:w t

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearlyas much protection this way.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if

Radio ReceptionAMThe range for most AM stations is greater than forFM, especially at night. The longer range can causestation frequencies to interfere

Notice: Using a razor blade or sharp object to clearthe inside rear window may damage the rear windowantenna and/or the rear window defogger. Repairsw

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Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2Defensive Driving ...4-2Drunken Driving ...

Your Driving, the Road, andYour VehicleDefensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drivedefensively.Please start with a very im

Many adults — by some estimates, nearly half the adultpopulation — choose never to drink alcohol, so theynever drive after drinking. For persons under

There is a gender difference, too. Women generallyhave a lower relative percentage of body waterthan men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this

{CAUTION:Drinking and then driving is very dangerous.Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness, andjudgment can be affected by even a smallamount of al

BrakingBraking action involves perception time andreaction time.First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal.That is perception time. Then you

When you start your engine, or when you begin to driveaway, your anti-lock brake system will check itself.You may hear a momentary motor or clicking n

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt isbuckled in the wrong place l

Remember: Anti-lock does not change the time youneed to get your foot up to the brake pedal or alwaysdecrease stopping distance. If you get too close

Traction Control System (TCS)If the vehicle has the 3800 Supercharged V6 engine, ithas a Traction Control System (TCS) that limits wheelspin. This is

Press the tractioncontrol button locatedon the console to turnthe system off.If the system is limiting wheel spin when the tractioncontrol button is p

ETS operates in all transaxle shift lever positions. Butthe system can upshift the transaxle only as high as thechosen shift lever position, so use th

StabiliTrak®Plus SystemThe vehicle may have a vehicle stability enhancementsystem called StabiliTrak®Plus. It is an advancedcomputer controlled system

SteeringPower SteeringIf you lose power steering assist because the enginestops or the system is not functioning, you can steer butit will take much m

If you need to reduce your speed as you approach acurve, do it before you enter the curve, while your frontwheels are straight ahead.Try to adjust you

Off-Road RecoveryYou may find that your right wheels have dropped off theedge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving.If the level of the shou

• Do not get too close to the vehicle you want topass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For onething, following too closely reduces your area ofv

SkiddingIn a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle.Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonablecare suited to existing conditions,

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It shouldbe worn over the shoulder at all times.{CAUTION:You can be seriously i

Driving at NightNight driving is more dangerous than day driving.One reason is that some drivers are likely to beimpaired — by alcohol or drugs, with

You can be temporarily blinded by approachingheadlamps. It can take a second or two, or even severalseconds, for your eyes to re-adjust to the dark. W

The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even ifyour windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavyrain can make it harder to see road signs

Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. Therejust is not a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning.The best advice is to slow down when it is rai

City DrivingOne of the biggest problems with city streets is theamount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out forwhat the other drivers are do

Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways — also called thruways, parkways,expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways — are thesafest of all roads. But the

Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain youallow a reasonable following distance.Expect to move slightly slower at night.When you want to lea

• Tires: They are vitally important to a safe,trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough forlong-distance driving? Are the tires all inflatedto the re

Hill and Mountain RoadsDriving on steep hills or mountains is different fromdriving in flat or rolling terrain.If you drive regularly in steep country,

{CAUTION:Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with theignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will haveto do all the work of slowing down. They couldget

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted across the body.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt.In a crash, you would not ha

Winter DrivingHere are some tips for winter driving:• Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.• You may want to put winter emergency suppliesin you

Driving on Snow or IceMost of the time, those places where your tires meetthe road probably have good traction.However, if there is snow or ice betwee

Unless you have the anti-lock braking system, you willwant to brake very gently, too. If you do have anti-lockbrakes, see Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful.{CAUTION:Snow can trap exhaust gases under yourvehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbonmonoxide)

Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost allthe way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again andrepeat this only when you feel really

Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It OutFirst, turn your steering wheel left and right. Thatwill clear the area around your front wheels. If yourvehicle has

Tire and Loading Information LabelA vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label isattached to the vehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar). Withthe d

5. Determine the combined weight of luggage andcargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weightmay not safely exceed the available cargoand luggage load

Item Description TotalAMaximum VehicleCapacity Weightfor Example 2 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)BSubtractOccupant Weight150 lbs (68 kg) × 5 =750 lbs (340 kg)CAv

Certification LabelA vehicle specific Certification label is found on the rearedge of the driver’s door.The label shows the gross weight capacity of your

To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.The tension reducer will release and the belt shouldgo back out of the way.Before you close th

If things like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything elseare put inside the vehicle, they will go as fast as thevehicle goes. If you have to stop or

Here are some important things to consider before youdo recreational vehicle towing:• What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle?Be sure to rea

Dolly TowingThe vehicle can be towed using a dolly. To tow yourvehicle using a dolly, follow these steps:1. Put the front wheels on the dolly.2. Put t

That is the reason for this part. In it are manytime-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules.Many of these are important for your safety an

Weight of the TrailerHow heavy can a trailer safely be?It should never weigh more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg).But even that can be too heavy.It depends on

When using a weight-carrying hitch or aweight-distributing hitch, the trailer tongue (A) shouldweigh 10 to 15 percent of the total loaded trailerweigh

Safety ChainsAlways attach chains between the vehicle and thetrailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of thetrailer so that the tongue will n

Backing UpHold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand.Then, to move the trailer to the left, move that handto the left. To move the trailer to

Driving On GradesReduce speed and shift to a lower gear before startingdown a long or steep downgrade. If the vehicle isnot shifted down, the brakes m

When You Are Ready to Leave AfterParking on a Hill1. Apply the regular brakes and hold the pedal downwhile you:• Start the engine• Shift into a gear•

Safety Belt Use During PregnancySafety belts work for everyone, including pregnantwomen. Like all occupants, they are more likely to beseriously injur

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Service ...5-3Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-4Adding Equipment to the

Tire Inspection and Rotation ...5-66When It Is Time for New Tires ...5-68Buying New Tires ...

ServiceYour dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you tobe happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealerfor all your service needs. You will ge

Doing Your Own Service WorkIf you want to do some of your own service work, youwill want to use the proper service manual. It tellsyou much more about

Adding Equipment to the Outsideof Your VehicleThings you might add to the outside of your vehiclecan affect the airflow around it. This may causewind n

California FuelIf your vehicle is certified to meet California EmissionStandards (see the underhood emission control label),it is designed to operate o

Fuels in Foreign CountriesIf you plan on driving in another country outside theUnited States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hardto find. Never use l

The tethered fuel cap islocated behind a hingedfuel door on the driver’sside of the vehicle.To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left(counter

{CAUTION:If a fire starts while you are refueling, do notremove the nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuelby shutting off the pump or by notifying thestation

Safety Warnings and SymbolsThere are a number of safety cautions in this book. Weuse a box and the word CAUTION to tell about thingsthat could hurt yo

Lap-Shoulder BeltAll rear seat positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here ishow to wear one properly.1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across

Checking Things Underthe Hood{CAUTION:An electric fan under the hood can start upand injure you even when the engine is notrunning. Keep hands, clothi

2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release thesecondary hood latch, located near the centerfront of the engine compartment, by moving itto the righ

Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you open the hood on the 3800 V6 Supercharged engine (3800 V6 engine similar), here is what you will see:5-12

A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “AddingWasher Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluidon page 5-39.B. Battery. See Battery on page 5-42.C. Remot

Engine OilIf this symbol, along withthe LOW OIL LEVELmessage appears onthe Driver InformationCenter (DIC), it meansyou need to checkyour engine oil le

When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is at or below the cross-hatched area at thetip of the dipstick, then you will need to add at leastone quart of oil.

What Kind of Engine Oil to UseLook for two things:• GM6094MYour vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting GMStandard GM6094M. You should look for and useo

• SAE 5W-30As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is bestfor your vehicle.These numbers on an oil container show itsviscosity, or thickness. Do no

Engine Oil Life SystemWhen to Change Engine OilYour vehicle has a computer system that lets youknow when to change the engine oil and filter. This isba

If the CHANGE OIL SOON message comes back onwhen you start your vehicle, the engine oil life systemhas not reset. Repeat the procedure.What to Do with

The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash this appliesforce to the strong pelvic bones. An

How to Check and Add Oil{CAUTION:If you remove the supercharger oil fill plugwhile the engine is hot, pressure may causehot oil to blow out of the oil

How to Inspect the EngineAir Cleaner/FilterTo inspect the air cleaner/filter, remove the filter from thevehicle and lightly shake the filter to release l

Automatic Transaxle FluidWhen to Check and ChangeA good time to check the automatic transaxle fluid levelis when the engine oil is changed.Change both

Checking the Fluid LevelPrepare the vehicle as follows:• Park the vehicle on a level place. Keep the enginerunning.• With the parking brake applied, p

How to Add FluidRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine whatkind of transaxle fluid to use. See Recommended Fluidsand Lubricants on page 6-12.If

What to UseUse a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water andone-half DEX-COOL®engine coolant which willnot damage aluminum parts. If this coolant m

Checking CoolantThe coolant recovery tank is located in the enginecompartment toward the rear of the engine onthe passenger’s side of the vehicle. See

{CAUTION:Turning the radiator pressure cap when theengine and radiator are hot can allow steamand scalding liquids to blow out and burn youbadly. With

If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine{CAUTION:Steam from an overheated engine can burnyou badly, even if you just open the hood.Stay away from the engin

If an overheat warning occurs without any sign ofsteam, try this for a minute or so:1. In heavy traffic, let the engine idle in NEUTRAL (N)while stopp

Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides forChildren and Small AdultsRear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide addedsafety belt comfort for older children

Cooling SystemWhen you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is whatyou will see:A. Coolant Recovery TankB. Electric Engine Cooling Fan(s)C. Radiat

{CAUTION:Heater and radiator hoses, and other engineparts, can be very hot. Do not touch them.If you do, you can be burned.Do not run the engine if th

How to Add Coolant to the CoolantRecovery Tank{CAUTION:Adding only plain water to your coolingsystem can be dangerous. Plain water, orsome other liqui

If the overheat warning continues, there is one morething you can try. You can add the proper coolantmixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the

2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now pushdown as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap.{CAUTION:You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot

3.2. Lift the engine cover shield at the front, slidethe catch tab out of the engine bracket andremove the cover shield.3.3. Put the oil fill tube, wit

5. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL®coolant mixture, up to the base of the fillerneck. See Engine Coolant on page 5-24 for moreinformation ab

10. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel theupper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for theengine cooling fan(s).11. By this time, th

Power Steering FluidThe power steering fluidreservoir is located in theengine compartmentnext to the engine coolantrecovery tank. It sitslow in the eng

What to UseTo determine what kind of fluid to use, seeRecommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12.Always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the pro

2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elasticcord must be under the belt. Then, place the guideover the belt, and insert the two edges of th

BrakesBrake FluidYour brake master cylinderreservoir is filled withDOT-3 brake fluid. SeeEngine CompartmentOverview on page 5-12for the location of ther

Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and thearea around the cap before removing it. This will helpkeep dirt from entering the reservoir.{CAUTION:

Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to helpprevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspectbrake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel

Vehicle StorageIf you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 daysor more, remove the black, negative (−) cable fromthe battery. This will help kee

2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cablescan reach, but be sure the vehicles are not touchingeach other. If they are, it could cause a gro

{CAUTION:Fans or other moving engine parts can injureyou badly. Keep your hands away from movingparts once the engine is running.{CAUTION:Using a matc

6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to thepositive (+) terminal location on the vehicle withthe dead battery. Use a remote positive (+)terminal if t

Notice: If the jumper cables are removed in thewrong order, electrical shorting may occur anddamage the vehicle. The repairs would not becovered by yo

Headlamp AimingThe vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aimingsystem. The aim has been preset at the factory andshould need no further adjustmentHowe

Headlamp Vertical Aiming1. Find the aim dot on the lens of the low-beam lamp.2. Measure the distance from the ground to the aimdot on the lamp. Record

4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt asdescribed in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-23.Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses theshoulder.

4. Turn on the low-beam headlamps and place apiece of cardboard or equivalent in front of theheadlamp not being aimed. This should allow onlythe beam

Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-10 formore information.A. High-Beam HeadlampB. Low-Beam HeadlampC. Sidemark

3. Pull the headlamp assembly straight out from thevehicle. (Moving the headlamp up and downslightly may help with its removal.)4. Turn the bulb socke

Front Turn Signal, Parking andFog LampsThe front turn signal, parking, and fog lamps arelocated below the high-beam, low-beam headlampsand sidemarker

Taillamps, Turn Signal, andStoplampsA. TaillampB. Taillamps, Turn Signaland Stoplamps1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-13 for moreinformation.2.

7. Turn the appropriatelamp socket a quarterturn counterclockwiseand remove it.8. Remove the old bulb.9. Replace with a new bulb into the socket and t

2. Turn the appropriate lamp socket a quarter turncounterclockwise and remove it.3. Remove the old bulb.4. Put the new bulb into the lamp socket.5. Tu

Windshield Wiper BladeReplacementRemove and replace a windshield wiper by followingthese steps:1. Put the ignition in the accessory position and turnt

TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made bya leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questionsabout your tire warranty and where t

Tire Sidewall LabellingUseful information about a tire is molded into itssidewall. The examples below show a typical passengervehicle tire and a compa

Child RestraintsOlder ChildrenOlder children who have outgrown booster seats shouldwear the vehicle’s safety belts.Q: What is the proper way to wear s

(A) Temporary Use Only: The compact spare tire ortemporary use tire has a tread life of approximately3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should not be drivenat

Tire SizeThe following illustration shows an example of a typicalpassenger vehicle tire size.(A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United Statesversion o

Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a tire’s height toits width.Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is locatedbetween the plies and the tread. Cor

Occupant Distribution: Designated seating positions.Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of anasymmetrical tire that has a particular side that facesoutw

Inflation - Tire PressureTires need the correct amount of air pressure to operateeffectively.Notice: Do not let anyone tell you thatunder-inflation or o

How to CheckUse a good quality pocket-type gage to check tirepressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properlyinflated simply by looking at them. Ra

The tire inflation monitor system will not alert you if thepressure in more than one tire is low, if the systemis not properly calibrated, or if the ve

When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotationpattern shown here.Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation.After the tires

When It Is Time for New TiresOne way to tell when it’stime for new tires is tocheck the treadwearindicators, which willappear when your tireshave only

{CAUTION:Mixing tires could cause you to lose controlwhile driving. If you mix tires of different sizesor types (radial and bias-belted tires), theveh

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here two children are wearing the same belt.The belt can not properly spread the impactforces. In a crash, the two children can

TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating based onthe wear rate of the tire when tested under controlledconditions on a specified government

Wheel ReplacementReplace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly rustedor corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, thewheel, wheel bolts and wheel

Used Replacement Wheels{CAUTION:Putting a used wheel on your vehicle isdangerous. You can’t know how it’s been usedor how far it’s been driven. It cou

Notice: If your vehicle does not have P225/55R17size tires, use tire chains only where legal andonly when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” typechains

Tire Inflator KitYour vehicle may have a tire inflator kit. The repairkit contains a detailed instruction card which outlinesthe step-by-step temporary

Accessing the Tire Inflator KitThe tire inflator kit is stored in the trunk of your vehicle.1. Open the trunk and lift up the carpet. See Trunkon page 2

Using the Tire Inflator Kit1. Place the inflator kit on the ground and unwrapthe sealant filing hose (G) from the compressor.2. Remove the air compressor

{CAUTION:Idling the engine in a closed-in place or withthe climate control system off can causedeadly carbon monoxide (CO). See “EngineExhaust” in the

13. Replace the sealant filing hose.14. Remove the maximumspeed label from thesealant canisterand place in a highlyvisible location such asthe inside o

Using the Air CompressorTo use the air compressor by itself to inflate a tire,do the following:1. Remove the air compressor accessory plug fromthe air

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part isbehind the child. If the child wears the

Notice: If the air compressor runs for more thansix minutes, at a time, it may overheat. Theexcessive heat could damage the compressor.Always operate

3. Turn the sealant canister so the inflator filing hoseis aligned with the slot in the compressor.4. Lift the sealant canister front the compressor and

Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheeldamage by driving slowly to a level place.Turn on your hazard warning flashers.{CAU

When you have a flat tire, use the following example as aguide to assist you in the placement of wheel blocks.The following information will tell you n

5. Remove the compact spare tire. See CompactSpare Tire on page 5-93 for more information.6. Turn the nut holding the jack counterclockwise andremove

7. The tools you will be using include the jack (A)extension and protector/guide (B) and the wheelwrench (C).Removing the Flat Tire andInstalling the

Removing Bolt-On Wheel Covers withCenter Caps on Steel WheelsIf the vehicle has steel wheel covers with center caps,the wheel nuts are behind the caps

{CAUTION:Raising your vehicle with the jack improperlypositioned can damage the vehicle and evenmake the vehicle fall. To help avoid personalinjury an

For jacking at the vehicle’s front location, put thejack lift head (C) about 6 inches (15 cm) fromthe rear edge of the front wheel opening (B).Line up

3. Remove all wheel nuts and take off the flat tire.{CAUTION:Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts towhich it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts

Infants and Young ChildrenEveryone in a vehicle needs protection! This includesinfants and all other children. Neither the distancetraveled nor the ag

7. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handlecounterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.{CAUTION:Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightenedwheel

8. Tighten the wheel nutsfirmly in a crisscrosssequence as shown.9. Reinstall the wheel trim. If the vehicle has plasticcaps, tighten them by hand. Wit

To store a full-size tire, do the following:1. Place the tire in the trunk with the valve stem facingdown, and the protector/guide placed through awhe

Compact Spare TireAlthough the compact spare tire was fully inflated whenthe vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.Check the inflation pressure

Appearance CareCleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic.Other cleaning products can burst into flames if a matchis struck near them or if the

Most stains can be removed with club soda water.To clean, use the following instructions:1. For liquids: blot with a clean, soft, white cloth.For soli

VinylUse warm water and a clean cloth.• Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt.This may have to be done more than once.• Things like tar, asphalt

Care of Safety BeltsKeep belts clean and dry.{CAUTION:Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do,it may severely weaken them. In a crash,they might

Finish CareOccasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle byhand may be necessary to remove residue fromthe paint finish. GM-approved cleaning prod

Aluminum WheelsNotice: If you use strong soaps, chemicals,abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, or cleanersthat contain acid on aluminum or chrome-pla

{CAUTION:Children who are up against, or very close to,any airbag when it inflates can be seriouslyinjured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulderbelts of

Sheet Metal DamageIf the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metalrepair or replacement, make sure the body repair shopapplies anti-corrosion materi

Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsSee your GM dealer for more information on purchasingthe following products.Description UsagePolishing ClothWax-Treat

Vehicle IdentificationVehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the i

Electrical SystemAdd-On Electrical EquipmentNotice: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicleunless you check with your dealer first. Someelectrica

Instrument Panel Fuse BlockSome fuses are in a fuseblock located on the endof the instrument panel onthe passenger side.To get to the fuse block lift

Fuse UsageCANISTER Fuel Tank Solenoid CanisterPK LAMPS Parking LampsRADIO/AMP Radio AmplifierRFA/MODRemote Function Activator(Remote Keyless Entry)DISP

Fuses Usage1 Left Front High-Beam Headlamp2 Right Front High-Beam Headlamp3 Left Front Low-Beam Headlamp4 Right Front Low-Beam Headlamp5 Windshield Wi

Fuses Usage24 Electronic Ignition26 Battery Main 127 Battery Main 228 Battery Main 329 Fan 130 Battery Main 431 Anti-Lock Brake Motor32 Fan 233 Starte

Capacities and SpecificationsThe following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids andLubricants on

Engine SpecificationsEngine VIN Code Transaxle Spark Plug Gap3800 V6231 CID (3.8L L26)2 Automatic .060 inches (1.52 mm)3800 V6 Supercharged231 CID (3.8

Vehicle Damage WarningsAlso, in this manual you will find these notices:Notice: These mean there is something that coulddamage your vehicle.A notice te

For most basic types of child restraints, there aremany different models available. When purchasing achild restraint, be sure it is designed to be use

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Maintenance Schedule ...6-2Introduction ...6-2Maintenance Requireme

Maintenance ScheduleIntroductionImportant: Keep engine oil at the proper level andchange as recommended.Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan?The

Using Your Maintenance ScheduleWe at General Motors want to help you keep yourvehicle in good working condition. But we do not knowexactly how you wil

Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 tells youwhat should be checked, when to check it and what youcan easily do to help keep your vehicle in goodcon

Scheduled MaintenanceService Maintenance I Maintenance IIChange engine oil and filter. See Engine Oil on page 5-14. Reset oil lifesystem. See Engine Oi

Additional Required ServicesThe following services should be performed at the first maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers

Additional Required Services (cont’d)Service and Miles (Kilometers)25,000(41 500)50,000(83 000)75,000(125 000)100,000(166 000)125,000(207 500)150,000(

(e) Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all yourbelts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchoragesare working properly. Look for any oth

Owner Checks and ServicesThese owner checks and services should be performedat the intervals specified to help ensure the safety,dependability and emis

Child Restraint SystemsAn infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in amotor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designedto restrain or posit

At Least Once a YearStarter Switch Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this inspection, thevehicle could move suddenly. If the vehiclemoves, you or other

Ignition Transaxle OFF CheckWhile parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turnthe ignition to OFF in each shift lever position.• The ignition s

Recommended Fluids andLubricantsFluids and lubricants identified below by name, partnumber or specification may be obtained from yourdealer.Usage Fluid/

Normal Maintenance Replacement PartsReplacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your GM dealer.Normal

Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and thetype of services per

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-15

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-16

Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2Online Owner Center ...

Customer Assistance andInformationCustomer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important toyour dealer and to Pontiac. Normally,

STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealerare committed to making sure you are completelysatisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you continue

A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint forthe child’s body with the harness and also sometimeswith surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-li

Online Owner CenterThe Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownershipneeds. Specific vehicle information can be found inone place.The Online Owner Ce

United States — Customer AssistancePontiac Customer Assistance CenterP.O. Box 33172Detroit, MI 48232-51721-800-762-2737 or1-800-833-7668 (For Text Tel

GM Mobility ReimbursementProgramThis program, available to qualified applicants, canreimburse you up to $1,000 toward eligible aftermarketdriver’s or p

• Flat Tire Change: Installation of a spare tire will becovered at no charge. The customer is responsiblefor the repair or replacement of the tire if

Canadian Roadside AssistanceVehicles purchased in Canada have an extensiveroadside assistance program accessible from anywherein Canada or the United

Shuttle ServiceParticipating dealers can provide you with shuttleservice to get you to your destination with minimalinterruption of your daily schedul

Additional Program InformationCourtesy Transportation is available during theBumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, butit is not part of the New V

If your vehicle is equipped with StabiliTrak®, steeringperformance, including yaw rate, steering wheel angle,and lateral acceleration, is also recorde

Reporting Safety DefectsReporting Safety Defects to theUnited States GovernmentIf you believe that your vehicle has a defect which couldcause a crash

Reporting Safety Defects toGeneral MotorsIn addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada)in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify

Q: How do child restraints work?A: A child restraint system is any device designed foruse in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or positionchildren. A

Owner’s InformationOwner publications are written specifically for ownersand intended to provide basic operational informationabout the vehicle. The ow

AAccessory Power Outlets ... 3-24Additives, Fuel ... 5-6Add-On Electrical

Audio System(s) (cont.)Understanding Radio Reception ... 3-134XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ... 3-135Automatic TransaxleF

Child Restraints (cont.)Securing a Child Restraint in a RearSeat Position ... 1-43Securing a Child Restraint i

DDaytime Running Lamps ... 3-15Defensive Driving ... 4-2Delayed Entry Lightin

Extender, Safety Belt ... 1-28Exterior Lamps ... 3-14Exterior Lighting

HHazard Warning Flashers ... 3-5Head Restraints ... 1-6HeadlampAiming ...

LLabelling, Tire Sidewall ... 5-59LampsBattery Run-Down Protection ... 3-20Courtesy ...

MMaintenance ScheduleAdditional Required Services ... 6-6At Each Fuel Fill ... 6-9At L

PPark (P)Shifting Into ... 2-31Shifting Out of ... 2-32ParkingBr

Where to Put the RestraintAccident statistics show that children are safer if theyare restrained in the rear rather than the front seat.We, therefore,

Recreational Vehicle Towing ... 4-38Remote Keyless Entry System ... 2-4Remote Keyless Entry System,

Seats (cont.)Manual ... 1-2Passenger Folding Seatback ... 1-6Power Lumbar

TTachometer ... 3-37TaillampsTurn Signal, and Stoplamps ... 5-54TCS Warning Li

TransaxleFluid, Automatic ... 5-22Transaxle Operation, Automatic ... 2-25TransmissionUp-

XXM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ... 3-135YYour Vehicle and the Environment ... 6-214

In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing childrestraints have a top strap, and that the strap beanchored. In the United States, some child rest

Top Strap Anchor LocationThe vehicle has top strap anchors already installed forthe rear seating positions.They are located on the filler panel above t

A. Lower AnchorageB. Lower AnchorageC. Top TetherA. Lower AnchorageB. Lower AnchorageIn order to use the LATCH system in the vehicle,you need a child

To assist you in locating thelower anchors for this childrestraint system, eachseating position with theLATCH system has a labelon the seatback at eac

Securing a Child Restraint in aRear Seat PositionIf your child restraint is equipped with the LATCHsystem, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers forChi

These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:v

4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out ofthe retractor to set the lock.5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull th

Securing a Child Restraint in theRight Front Seat PositionIf your child restraint is equipped with the LATCHsystem, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethe

You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure thechild restraint in this position. Be sure to follow theinstructions that came with the child rest

5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out ofthe retractor to set the lock.6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull th

Airbag SystemYour vehicle has a frontal airbag for the driver andanother frontal airbag for the right front passenger.Your vehicle may also have roof

CAUTION: (Continued)side of your vehicle. They are not designed toinflate in frontal, in rollover or in rear crashes.Everyone in your vehicle should we

There is an airbagreadiness light on theinstrument panel cluster,which shows the airbagsymbol.The system checks the airbag electrical system formalfun

The right front passenger’s airbag is in the instrumentpanel on the passenger’s side.The side impact airbag for the driver and the personseated direct

The side impact airbag for the right front passenger andthe person seated directly behind that passenger is inthe ceiling above the side windows.{CAUT

When Should an Airbag Inflate?The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbagsare designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal ornear-front

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In any particular crash, no one can say whether anairbag should have inflated simply because of thedamage to a vehicle or because of what the repair co

What Will You See After anAirbag Inflates?After an airbag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly thatsome people may not even realize the airbag inflat

• Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing anddiagnostic module which records information after acrash. See Vehicle Data Collection and Event Dat

Restraint System CheckChecking Your Restraint SystemsNow and then, make sure the safety belt reminder lightand all your belts, buckles, latch plates,

If the LATCH system was being used during a moresevere crash, you may need new LATCH system parts.If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision

Keys ...2-2Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4Remote Keyless Entry Sy

Keys{CAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. Theycould operate the power windows or othercontrols or

The key can be used forthe ignition, as well as thedriver’s door lock andstorage compartments.The key comes with a bar coded tag attached to thekey ri

Remote Keyless Entry SystemYour keyless entry system operates on a radiofrequency subject to Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) Rules and with Ind

Remote Keyless Entry SystemOperationThe vehicle’s doors can be locked and unlocked, thetrunk can be unlatched from about 3 feet (1 m) upto 60 feet (18

Front Seats ...1-2Manual Seats ...1-2Power Seat ...

" (Unlock): Press the unlock button one time to unlockthe driver’s door. Press the unlock button again withinfive seconds to unlock the other door

Battery ReplacementUnder normal use, the battery in the remote keylessentry transmitter should last about four years.If the battery is weak the transm

Remote Vehicle StartYour vehicle may have a remote starting feature. Thisfeature allows you to start the engine from outside of thevehicle. It also st

If the vehicle is left running it will automatically shut offafter 10 minutes unless a time extension has beendone. To manually shut off a remote star

Doors and LocksDoor Locks{CAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.• Passengers — especially children — caneasily open the doors and fall out of amovin

Power Door LocksTo lock or unlock all doorsfrom inside the vehicle,use the power doorlock switch located oneither front door.Move the switch on the dr

Programmable AutomaticDoor LocksThe vehicle’s doors are programmed from the factory tolock when the shift lever is moved out of PARK (P),except in REV

Trunk{CAUTION:It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lidopen because carbon monoxide (CO) gas cancome into your vehicle. You cannot see orsmell C

Remote Trunk ReleaseThis feature is used to unlock the trunk from inside thevehicle using the power door lock switch.Press and hold thedriver’s side p

Windows{CAUTION:Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in avehicle with the windows closed is dangerous.They can be overcome by the extreme heatan

Front SeatsManual Seats{CAUTION:You can lose control of the vehicle if you try toadjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicleis moving. The sudden

Power WindowsUse the switches on thedriver’s door armrest tooperate each of thewindows.Push the switch rearward or forward to open or closethe window.

Visor Vanity MirrorRaise the cover on the top of the sun visor to exposethe vanity mirror. If the vehicle has lighted vanity mirrors,the lamps come on

When the doors are locked using the power door lockswitch of either front door, the red light, on top ofthe instrument panel will start flashing to ind

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmful interfere

When trying to start the vehicle, if the engine does notstart and the STARTING DISABLED DUE TO THEFTSYSTEM warning message on the Driver InformationCe

5. The SECURITY DISABLED DUE TO THEFTSYSTEM warning message on the DIC will turn off,once the key has been programmed. It may notbe apparent that the

Ignition PositionsThe ignition switch is located on the instrument panel,to the right of the steering column.There are four differentpositions. Insert

Starting Your EngineMove your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).The engine will not start in any other position — that isa safety feature. To res

Engine Coolant HeaterThe vehicle may be equipped with an engine coolantheater. In very cold weather, 0°F (−18°C) or colder, theengine coolant heater c

Automatic Transaxle OperationThe shift lever for the automatic transaxle is located onthe console between the seats.Maximum engine speed is limited wh

Power SeatIf the vehicle has this feature, the control is located onthe outboard side of the driver’s seat.To adjust the seat do the following:• Move

If the vehicle cannot be shifted out of PARK (P), easepressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way intoPARK (P) while keeping the brake pedal

The vehicle will shift down to the next gear and havemore power.Notice: If your vehicle seems to start up ratherslowly or not shift gears when you go

Performance Shifting with TAP-Shift™If the vehicle is equippedwith the 3800 V6Supercharged engine,it may have a consolegearshift with aMANUAL (M) posi

The up-shift indicator lighton the instrument panelcluster, or the up-shiftsymbol on the Head-UpDisplay (HUD), if equipped,is given as a prompt touse

Parking BrakeThe parking brake islocated to the left of thebrake pedal near thedriver’s door. To set theparking brake, holdthe regular brake pedaldown

Shifting Into Park (P){CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle ifthe shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with theparking brake firmly s

Torque LockIf you are parking on a hill and you do not shift yourtransaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of thevehicle may put too much force on

Parking Over Things That Burn{CAUTION:Things that can burn could touch hot exhaustparts under your vehicle and ignite. Do notpark over papers, leaves,

Running Your Engine WhileYou Are ParkedIt is better not to park with the engine running. But ifyou ever have to, here are some things to know.{CAUTION

MirrorsManual Rearview MirrorUse the control located at the bottom to change themirror from the day to the night position. To reducethe glare of headl