Pontiac 2003 Vibe Uživatelský manuál

1-4But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle isin motion can be dangerous.

2-36Turn Signal/Multifunction LeverThe turn signal/multifunction lever is located on the leftside of the steering column.This lever operates the follo

2-37Headlamp High/Low Beam ChangerThe headlamps must be on for this feature to work. Forhigh beams, push the turn signal lever away from you.When the

2-38LO (Low): Move the lever to LO for steady wiping atlow speed.HI (High): Move the lever to HI for steady wiping athigh speed.MIST: For a single wip

2-39Cruise Control (Option)The cruise control lever is located on the right side ofthe steering wheel.With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of

2-40Setting Cruise ControlCAUTION:If you leave your cruise control switch on whenyou’re not using cruise, you might hit a buttonand go into cruise whe

2-41Reducing Speed While Using Cruise ControlThere are two ways to reduce your speed while usingcruise control:Push and hold the lever to SET/COAST un

2-42Exterior LampsThe lever on the left side of the steering columnoperates the exterior lamps.(Exterior Lamps): Turn the outside part of thelever wit

2-43Automatic Light Control (ALC)Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic light sensoron the top left corner of the instrument panel, so be sure it

2-44When it begins to get dark, the headlamps willautomatically switch from DRL to the regularheadlamps. See “Automatic Light Control” earlier inthis

2-45The interior light has the following positions:OFF: This position turns the light off.ON: This position keeps the light on all the time.DOOR: This

1-5Head RestraintsAdjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraintis closest to the top of your head. This position reducesthe chance of a

2-46Reading Lamp (If Equipped)If you have a sunroof, you will have a reading lamp nearthe sunroof switch. Press the button to turn the lamp onand pres

2-47The mirror moves so that you can adjust it up and downor side to side. You can adjust the mirror for day or nightdriving. Pull the tab for night d

2-48Convex Outside MirrorYour passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convexmirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from thedriver’s seat.CAUTION:

2-49CupholdersThere are two fixed cupholders located in the consolearea between the two front seats. There are also twocupholders that fold out of the

2-50Rear Cargo Accessory Track SystemYour vehicle has a track system located on the floor ofthe rear cargo area. This system can be used to carryacces

2-51Tie-Down Hooks and Tire Tie-Down BeltsThe tire tie-down belts are designed to secure the flattire. You can also use the belts and hooks to secure

2-52To adjust the position of the crossrails, do the following:1. Turn the eight knobs counterclockwise to loosen thecrossrails.2. Slide the crossrail

2-53Ashtrays and Cigarette LighterNOTICE:Don’t put papers and other things that burn intoyour ashtray. If you do, cigarettes or othersmoking materials

2-54Accessory Power OutletWith the accessory power outlet, you can plug inauxiliary electrical equipment.The accessory power outlet is located in the

2-55Power Outlet 115 Volts AlternatingCurrent (VAC)With this power outlet, you can plug in auxiliaryelectrical equipment with a maximum limit of 115 V

1-6Rear SeatsRear Folding SeatbackYou can fold either side of the seatback down for morecargo space. The rear right side seatback can also beused as a

2-56Floor MatYour vehicle’s floor mat is specially designed to remainin position under your feet and out of reach of theaccelerator pedal. The driver’

2-57Sunroof (Option)If your vehicle has a sunroof, you can tilt or open it. Totilt the sunroof, slide the sunshade rearward, then pressthe switch mark

2-58Instrument Panel -- Your Information System

2-59The main components of your instrument panel are the following:A. Air OutletsB. Instrument Panel ClusterC. Hazard Warning Flasher ButtonD. Audio S

2-60Instrument Panel ClusterYour instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fastyou’re goin

2-61Speedometer and OdometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in both milesper hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Yourodometer shows ho

2-62TachometerThe tachometer shows engine speed in thousands ofrevolutions per minute (rpm).NOTICE:Do not operate the engine with the tachometer inthe

2-63Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problemwith one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages andwarning lights work together to let you k

2-64Air Bag Readiness LightThere is an air bag readiness light on the instrumentpanel, which shows the air bag symbol. The systemchecks the air bag’s

2-65Charging System Indicator LightThis light will come onbriefly when you turn on theignition, but the engine isnot running, as a check toshow you it

1-7To fold either seatback down, do the following:1. Pull up on the lockrelease knob, located onthe top of the seatbacks.2. Fold the seatback down. Ea

2-66When the ignition is on, the brake system warning lightwill also come on when you set your parking brake. Thelight will stay on if your parking br

2-67If the light stays on, turn the ignition to OFF. Or, if thelight comes on when you’re driving, stop as soon aspossible and turn the ignition off.

2-68CanadaThis gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If thegage pointer moves into the red area, your engine is toohot! It means that your engine

2-69NOTICE:If you keep driving your vehicle with this lighton, after a while, your emission controls may notwork as well, your fuel economy may not be

2-70If the Light Is FlashingThe following may prevent more serious damage toyour vehicle:Reducing vehicle speed.Avoiding hard accelerations.Avoiding s

2-71Have you recently changed brands of fuel?If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See“Fuel” in the Index. Poor fuel quality will cau

2-72Oil Pressure LightIf you have a problem withyour oil, this light may stayon after you start yourengine or come on whenyou are driving.This indicat

2-73Cruise LightThe CRUISE light appearswhenever use the ON-OFFbutton to set your cruisecontrol. See “CruiseControl” in the Index.Overdrive Off LightY

2-74Fuel GageUnited StatesCanadaYour fuel gage shows about how much fuel is in yourtank. The fuel gage works only when the ignition switchis ON. When

2-75Here are five things some owners ask about. None ofthese show a problem with your fuel gage.At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the

1-8To fold the seatback down, do the following:1. Lower the head restraint to the lowest position andmake sure the seatback is at the most uprightposi

2-76Navigation System (Option)Navigation Display ControlsThe display screen is located in the center of theinstrument panel.Your vehicle may be equipp

3-3-1Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio SystemsIn this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with yo

3-2Comfort ControlsWith this system, you can control the heating, coolingand ventilation in your vehicle.Your vehicle also has the flow-through ventil

3-3Temperature KnobTurn the knob to change the temperature of the airflowing from the system. Turn the knob clockwise toincrease the temperature. Turn

3-4HeatingFor the quickest results, press the recirculate button and move the mode knob to the floor setting. Turn thetemperature knob clockwise for w

3-5Rear Window DefoggerThe rear window defogger uses a warming grid toremove fog from the rear window.The rear window defoggerbutton is located in the

3-6Ventilation SystemFor mild outside temperatures, when very little heatingis required, you can still direct outside air through your vehicle.Use out

3-7Ventilation TipsKeep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow orany other obstruction (such as leaves). The heaterand defroster will work far

3-8AM-FM Radio with Compact Disc Player with Equalization and Radio Data System (RDS)Playing the RadioPWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system

3-9Setting Preset StationsThe six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations(six AM, six FM1 and six

1-9Safety Belts: They’re for EveryoneThis part of the manual tells you how to use safety beltsproperly. It also tells you some things you should not d

3-10Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)BAL (Balance): Press and release this button until BALappears on the display. The SELECT indicator will light

3-11Finding a PTY StationPROG TYPE (Program Type): Press this button to turn on and off program type (PTY) select mode. The PTY symbol will appear on

3-12RDS MessagesALERT!: Alert warns of national or local emergencies.When an alert announcement comes on the current radiostation, ALERT! will appear

3-13Playing a Compact DiscWith the ignition on, insert a disc partway into the slot,label side up. The player will pull it in and the discshould begin

3-14RCL (Recall): Press this button to see how long thecurrent track has been playing. To change what isnormally shown on the display (track or elapse

3-15AM-FM Radio with Six-Disc Compact DiscPlayer with Equalization and Radio DataSystem (RDS) (Option)Playing the RadioPWR (Power): Push this knob to

3-16Finding a StationAM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1and FM2. The display will show your selection.TUNE: Turn this knob to select ra

3-17Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)AUDIO: Press the AUDIO knob until BASS, MID orTREB appears on the display. Turn the knob to increaseor to decrease.

3-18Using RDSYour audio system is equipped with a Radio DataSystem (RDS). RDS features are available for use onlyon FM stations that broadcast RDS inf

3-19AM FM (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequencyallows the radio to switch to a stronger station with thesame program type. Press and hold AM FM f

1-10In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the lawsays to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work.You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If y

3-20TRAF (Traffic): Press this button to seek to a stationthat broadcasts traffic announcements. TRAF willappear on the display. If no station is foun

3-21When a disc is inserted, the CD symbol will bedisplayed. If more than one disc has been loaded, anumber for each disc will be displayed. If you se

3-22 REV (Reverse): Press and hold this button to reversequickly within a track. You will hear sound at a reducedvolume. Release it to play the passag

3-23SEEK : To seek, press the left arrow whileplaying a CD to go to the start of the current track, ifmore than ten seconds have passed. Press the ri

3-24If you attempt to save more than 20 selections, S-LISTFULL will appear on the display.To play the song list, press the SONG LIST button. One beep

3-25Compact Disc MessagesCHECK CD: If this message appears on the radiodisplay, it could be due to one of the following reasons:You’re driving on a ve

3-26Your vehicle may have an AM-FM radio navigationradio system that includes a Radio Data System (RDS)with program type selections (PTY) that will se

3-27Tips About Your Audio SystemHearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectableuntil it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to highervolumes of

3-28Care of Your Compact DiscsHandle discs carefully. Store them in their original casesor other protective cases and away from direct sunlightand dus

4-4-1Section 4 Your Driving and the RoadHere you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’v

1-11Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoesn’t stop.

4-2Defensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drivedefensively.Please start with a very important safety device in yourvehicle

4-3Drunken DrivingDeath and injury associated with drinking and driving isa national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death tol

4-4It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, ifthe same person drank three double martinis (3 ouncesor 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour

4-5The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcoholin one drink. No amount of coffee or number of coldshowers will speed that up. “I’ll be ca

4-6Control of a VehicleYou have three systems that make your vehicle go whereyou want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering andthe accelerator.

4-7Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavybraking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic.

4-8Let’s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely.Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slamon the brakes and continue braking. Here

4-9Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you needto get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decreasestopping distance. If you get too clos

4-10SteeringPower SteeringIf you lose power steering assist because the enginestops or the system is not functioning, you can steer butit will take mu

4-11Try to adjust your speed so you can “drive” through thecurve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait toaccelerate until you are out of the curv

1-12The person keeps going until stopped by something.In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ...or the instrument panel ...

4-12Off-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

4-13Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to passwhile you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing,following too closely reduces your area of

4-14Loss of ControlLet’s review what driving experts say about whathappens when the three control systems (brakes, steeringand acceleration) don’t hav

4-15Driving at NightNight driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired -- by alcohol or drugs

4-16No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But aswe get older these differences increase. A 50-year-olddriver may require at least twice a

4-17Driving in Rain and on Wet RoadsRain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wetroad, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well becauseyour

4-18Driving too fast through large water puddles or evengoing through some car washes can cause problems, too.The water may affect your brakes. Try to

4-19HydroplaningHydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build upunder your tires that they can actually ride on the water.This can happen if the

4-20Driving Through Flowing WaterCAUTION:Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. If you try to drive through flowing water, as youmight at a l

4-21City DrivingOne of the biggest problems with city streets is theamount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out forwhat the other drivers are

1-13or 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

4-22Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways,expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safestof all roads. But th

4-23The exit speed is usually posted.Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, notto your sense of motion. After driving for any distanceat hig

4-24Highway HypnosisIs there actually such a condition as “highwayhypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis

4-25If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’replanning to visit there, here are some tips that can makeyour trips safer and more enjoyable.

4-26Winter DrivingHere are some tips for winter driving:Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.You may want to put winter emergency supplies inyou

4-27Driving on Snow or IceMost of the time, those places where your tires meet theroad probably have good traction.However, if there is snow or ice be

4-28Remember, unless you have anti-lock, if you brake sohard that your wheels stop rolling, you’ll just slide.Brake so your wheels always keep rolling

4-29Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police thatyou’ve been stopped by the snow.Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you.If you have

4-30Then, shut the engine off and close the window almostall the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine againand repeat this only when you feel re

4-31Dinghy Towing (Front-Wheel-DriveVehicles with Manual Transmissions Only)NOTICE:Towing your vehicle this way does not eliminatethe possibility of d

iThe 2003 Pontiac Vibe Owner’s Manual1-1 Seats and Restraint SystemsThis section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also ex

1-14Q: If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far fromhome, why should I wear safety belts?A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in anacci

4-32Do not tow your vehicle from the rear. Your vehiclecould be badly damaged and the repairs would not becovered by your warranty.NOTICE:Towing an al

4-33Dolly Towing (Front-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Only)To tow your vehicle with two wheels on the ground, dothe following:1. Put the front wheels on a doll

4-34Loading Your VehicleThe Tire-Loading Information/Certification label onyour vehicle, located in the glovebox, shows how muchweight it may properly

4-35CAUTION:Do not load your vehicle any heavier than theGVWR, or either the maximum front or rearGAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle canbreak, and

4-36Towing a TrailerCAUTION:If you don’t use the correct equipment and driveproperly, you can lose control when you pull atrailer. For example, if the

4-37If You Do Decide To Pull A TrailerIf you do, here are some important points:There are many different laws, including speed limitrestrictions, havi

4-38Weight of the Trailer TongueThe tongue load (A) of any trailer is an importantweight to measure because it affects the total or grossweight of you

4-39HitchesIt’s important to have the correct hitch equipment.Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are afew reasons why you’ll need the r

4-40Driving with a TrailerTowing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience.Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to getto know you

4-41Making TurnsNOTICE:Making very sharp turns while trailering couldcause the trailer to come in contact with thevehicle. Your vehicle could be damag

1-153. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you.Don’t let it get twisted.The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt acrossyou very qu

4-42Driving On GradesReduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you startdown a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shiftdown, you might have to

4-43When You Are Ready to Leave AfterParking on a Hill1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal downwhile you:start your engine,shift into a gea

5-5-1Section 5 Problems on the RoadHere you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road.5-2 Hazard Warning Flashers5-2 Other War

5-2Hazard Warning FlashersYour hazard warning flashers let you warn others. Theyalso let police know you have a problem. Your front andrear turn signa

5-3Jump StartingIf your battery has run down, you may want to useanother vehicle and some jumper cables to start yourvehicle. Be sure to follow the st

5-42. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cablescan reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touchingeach other. If they are, it could cause a g

5-5CAUTION:Using a match near a battery can cause batterygas to explode. People have been hurt doing this,and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight

5-66. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the dead battery. Use a remotepositive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one.7.

5-78. Now connect the blacknegative (-) cable to thenegative terminal of thegood battery. Use aremote negative (-)terminal if the vehiclehas one.Don’t

5-810. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and runthe engine for a while.11. Try to start the vehicle that has the dead battery. If it won’t s

1-16The 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 bone

5-9To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, dothe following:1. Disconnect the black negative (-) cable from thevehicle that had the dead ba

5-10If Steam Is Coming From Your EngineCAUTION:Steam from an overheated engine can burn youbadly, even if you just open the hood. Stay awayfrom the en

5-11If No Steam Is Coming From Your EngineIf you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear nosteam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes

5-12Cooling SystemWhen you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s whatyou’ll see:A. Electric Engine Cooling FanB. Engine Coolant Recovery TankC. Ra

5-13CAUTION:Heater and radiator hoses, and other engineparts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If youdo, you can be burned.Don’t run the engine if t

5-14How to Add Coolant to the CoolantRecovery TankIf you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant levelisn’t at or above the FULL mark, add a 50/5

5-15CAUTION:You can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycoland it will burn if the engine parts are hoteno

5-16How to Add Coolant to the Radiator1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when thecooling system, including the radiator pressure cap andupper

5-174. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL mark.5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, butleave the radiator pressure cap off.6

5-18If a Tire Goes FlatIt’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving,especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goesout of a

1-17Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearlyas much protection this way.CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if

5-19The following steps will tell you how to use the jack andchange a tire.Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsThe jack, wheel wrench, jack handle and sp

5-202. Lift up the cargo area floor panel, remove the hookattached to the bottom side of the panel and hook itover the weatherstripping.NOTICE:Make su

5-214. Unscrew the center retaining nut and lift up theplastic tray to expose the compact spare tire.5. Unscrew the center bolt from the compact spare

5-22The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A), jackhandle (B) and wheel wrench (C).6. Attach the jack handle to the jack.7. Turn the jack handle

5-232. Position the jack and raise the jack lift head to fitover the car flange between the two notches nearestthe tire.CAUTION:Getting under a vehicl

5-243. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handleclockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off theground so there is enough room for the compactspare

5-25CAUTION:Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts towhich it is fastened, can make the wheel nutsbecome loose after a time. The wheel could comeo

5-267. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handlecounterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.8. Tighten the wheelnuts firmly in acrisscross sequence

5-27CAUTION:Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightenedwheel nuts can cause the wheel to become looseand even come off. This could lead to an acciden

5-28Storing the Flat Tire and ToolsCAUTION:Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in thepassenger compartment of the vehicle couldcause injury. In

1-18Q: What’s 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

5-295. Pass the belts through the center hole of the wheel.6. Attach the other end of the belts to the rear, lowertie-down hooks.7. Position the tire

5-30Storing the Spare Tire and ToolsCAUTION:Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in thepassenger compartment of the vehicle couldcause injury. In

5-31Compact Spare TireAlthough the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.Check the inflation p

5-32If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or SnowIn order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you willneed to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to s

5-33Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It OutFirst, turn your steering wheel left and right. That willclear the area around your front wheels. Then shift bac

5-34CAUTION:The recovery hook, when used, is under a lot offorce. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Neverpull on the hook at a sideways angle. The

6-6-1Section 6 Service and Appearance CareHere you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel inf

6-2ServiceYour dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you tobe happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer forall your service needs. You’ll get

6-3CAUTION:You can be injured and your vehicle could bedamaged if you try to do service work on avehicle without knowing enough about it.Be sure you h

6-4Gasoline OctaneIf your vehicle has the 1.8L engine (VIN Code 8), useregular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 orhigher. If the octane is

1-19Q: What’s 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

6-5California FuelIf your vehicle is certified to meet California EmissionStandards (see the underhood emission control label), itis designed to opera

6-6Fuels in Foreign CountriesIf you plan on driving in another country outside theUnited States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard tofind. Never u

6-7The fuel cap is behind a hinged door on the driver’s sideof your vehicle.The fuel door release leveris located near the floorunder the driver’s sea

6-8While refueling, hang the fuel cap inside the fuel door.To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left(counterclockwise).CAUTION:If you get fue

6-9When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right(clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sureyou fully install the cap. The diagnos

6-10Checking Things Under the HoodCAUTION:An electric fan under the hood can start up andinjure you even when the engine is not running.Keep hands, cl

6-112. Then go to the front of the vehicle. Release thesecondary hood release by pulling up on the leverlocated near the middle of the hood.3. Lift th

6-12Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you open the hood of the 1.8 L (Code 8) engine, you’ll see the following:A. Windshield Washer Fluid ReservoirB. Po

6-13When you open the hood of the 1.8 L (Code L) H.O. DOHC engine, you’ll see the following:A. Windshield Washer FluidReservoirB. Power Steering Fluid

6-14Engine OilIf the engine oil pressurelight appears on theinstrument cluster, it meansyou need to check yourengine oil level right away.For more inf

1-20Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted across the body.CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. Ina crash, you wouldn’t h

6-15Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes todrain back into the oil pan. If you don’t, the oil dipstickmight not show the actual level.

6-16When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is at or below the lower mark, then you’ll needto add at least one quart of oil. But you must use theright kind.

6-17What Kind of Engine Oil to UseOils recommended for your vehicle can be identified bylooking for the starburst symbol.This symbol indicates that th

6-18As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W-30 is theonly viscosity grade recommended for your vehicle. Youshould look for and use only oils which ha

6-19When to Change Engine OilIf any one of these is true for you, use the short trip/citymaintenance schedule:Most trips are less than 5 miles (8 km).

6-20Engine Air Cleaner/FilterThe engine air cleaner/filter is in the enginecompartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. See“Engine Compartment Ove

6-21Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when toreplace the air filter.See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index.CAUTION:Operating t

6-22Passenger Compartment Air FilterPassenger compartment air, both outside andrecirculated air, is routed through a passengercompartment air filter.

6-233. Lift the snaps on the filter cover to remove the cover. 4. Remove the air filter.5. Reverse the steps to install the new air filter.Once you re

6-24Automatic Transaxle FluidWhen to Check and ChangeA good time to check your automatic transaxle fluidlevel is when the engine oil is changed.Check

1-21To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.The belt should go back out of the way.Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out

6-25Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxlefluid level if you have been driving:When outside temperatures are above 90 F (32 C).At high

6-26Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps:The automatic transaxledipstick has an orangehandle and is located nearthe front of the

6-27How to Add FluidRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine whatkind of transaxle fluid to use. See “RecommendedFluids and Lubricants” in the I

6-28Manual Transaxle FluidWhen to CheckA good time to have it checked is when the engine oil ischanged. However, the fluid in your manual transaxledoe

6-29Hydraulic ClutchThe hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle isself-adjusting. The master cylinder reservoir is filledwith hydraulic fluid.It is n

6-30All-Wheel Drive (Option)If you have an all-wheel-drive vehicle, be sure toperform the lubricant checks described in this section.However, they hav

6-31Carrier Assembly-Differential (Rear Drive Module)When to Check and Change LubricantRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine howoften to chec

6-32What to UseUse a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water andone-half coolant that meets GM Specification 1825-M,which won’t damage aluminum par

6-33Checking CoolantThe vehicle must be on alevel surface. When yourengine is cold, the coolantlevel should be at LOW, ora little higher. When youreng

6-34Radiator Pressure CapNOTICE:Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa)pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed toprevent coolant loss and poss

1-22The best way to protect the fetus is to protect themother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s morelikely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a

6-35How To Check Power Steering FluidYou can check your fluid without taking the cap off. Just look at the reservoir.When the engine compartment is ho

6-36Windshield Washer FluidWhat to UseWhen you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to readthe manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be

6-37NOTICE:When using concentrated washer fluid,follow the manufacturer’s instructions foradding water.Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washerfluid.

6-38So, it isn’t a good idea to “top off” your brake fluid.Adding brake fluid won’t correct a leak. If you add fluidwhen your linings are worn, then y

6-39What to AddWhen you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brakefluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only.See “Recommended Fluids and L

6-40Brake WearThe GT Series has four-wheel disc brakes. All othermodels have front disc brakes and rear drum brakes.Disc brake pads have built-in wear

6-41Brake Pedal TravelSee your dealer if the brake pedal does not return tonormal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedaltravel. This could b

6-42Vehicle StorageIf you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative (-) cable from the battery. This will hel

6-43HeadlampsA. HeadlampB. Turn Signal LampTo replace the headlamp bulb, do the following:1. Open the hood and locate the lamp assembly.

6-442. Remove the rubber cover and socket from theheadlamp.3. Release the retainer clip holding the bulb by pressingdown and moving the metal retainer

1-23Here are the most important things to know about the airbag systems:CAUTION:You can be severely injured or killed in a crash ifyou aren’t wearing

6-45Front Turn Signal LampsTo replace the front turn signal lamp bulbs, do thefollowing:1. See “Headlamps” for location.2. Locate the turn signal bulb

6-461. Access the bulbs through the storage compartment inthe rear cargo area of the vehicle. Remove thestorage compartment cover.2. Turn the bulb soc

6-47Back-up LampsThe back-up lamp bulb islocated below the rearcombination lamps.To replace the back-up lamp bulb, do the following:1. Reach up under

6-48Center High-Mounted Stoplamps (CHMSL)To replace the center high-mounted stoplamp bulb, dothe following:1. The bulb is located on the inside of the

6-494. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.5. Reverse the previous steps to install a new bulb.Windshield Wiper BladeReplacementWindshield wiper

6-50TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made bya leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questionsabout your tire warranty and whe

6-51High Performance Tire (Option)If this vehicle has the optional 17-inch P215/50ZR17size tires, they are “high performance” tires. Highperformance t

6-52When to CheckCheck your tires once a month or more.Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa).How to CheckUse a good q

6-53When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotationpattern shown here. If your vehicle has P215/502R17tires, they must roll in a certain dir

6-54When It’s Time for New TiresOne way to tell when it’stime for new tires is tocheck the treadwearindicators, which willappear when your tires haveo

iiGENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem,PONTIAC, the PONTIAC Emblem are registeredtrademarks and the name VIBE is a trademark ofGeneral Motors Corporation

1-24CAUTION:Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate withgreat force, faster than the blink of an eye. Ifyou’re too close to an inflating air bag

6-55Buying New TiresTo find out what kind and size of tires you need, look atthe Tire-Loading Information label.Make sure the replacements are the sam

6-56Uniform Tire Quality GradingQuality grades can be found where applicable on the tiresidewall between tread shoulder and maximum sectionwidth. For

6-57Temperature -- A, B, CThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,representing the tire’s resistance to the generation ofheat and its abi

6-58Wheel ReplacementReplace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rustedor corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel,wheel bolts and w

6-59NOTICE:The wrong wheel can also cause problems withbearing life, brake cooling, speedometer orodometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumperheight, ve

6-60Tire ChainsCAUTION:If your vehicle has P215/50ZR17 size tires, don’tuse tire chains, there’s not enough clearance.Tire chains used on a vehicle wi

6-61Appearance CareRemember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Someare toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike amatch or get them on a hot

6-62Cleaning of Fabric/CarpetYour dealer has cleaners for the cleaning of fabric andcarpet. They will clean normal spots and stains verywell. You can

6-63Special Fabric Cleaning ProblemsStains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black),egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine an

6-64Cleaning the Top of the Instrument PanelUse only mild soap and water to clean the top surfacesof the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones

1-25How the Air Bag Systems WorkWhere are the air bags?The driver’s frontal air bag is in the middle of thesteering wheel.The right front passenger’s

6-65Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield,Backglass and Wiper BladesIf the windshield is not clear after using the windshieldwasher, or if the wiper

6-66Cleaning Exterior Lamps/LensesUse only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a carwashing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Followinstru

6-67Cleaning Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped)Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth withmild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. Afterrinsin

6-68Finish DamageAny stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finishshould be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrodequickly and may devel

6-69GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials

6-70Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the instrument panel

6-71Electrical SystemAdd-On Electrical EquipmentNOTICE:Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicleunless you check with your dealer first. Someelect

6-72Fuses and Circuit BreakersThe wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected fromshort circuits by fuses, circuit breakers and fusiblethermal links

6-73Fuse UsageTAIL Front Parking Lamps, Taillamps,License Plate Lamps, InstrumentPanel Lights, Engine ControlSystemOBD On-Board Diagnostic SystemWIPER

6-74Engine Compartment Fuse BlockThis engine compartment fuse block is located in theengine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehiclenear the ai

1-26The right front passenger’s side impact air bag is in theside of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door.CAUTION:If something is between an o

6-75Fuse/Relay UsageDIMMER Headlamp Dimmer (Relay)SPARE Spare FuseSPARE Spare FuseSPARE Spare FuseHORN HornFAN NO. 2 Cooling Fan System (Relay)FAN NO.

6-76Replacement BulbsLamps Bulb NumberHeadlamp High-/Low-Beam 9003. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front Turn Signal 1157NA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-77Engine SpecificationsType L4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VIN Engine Code1.8L Engine 8. . . . . . . . .

6-78Normal Maintenance Replacement PartsEngine Air Cleaner/Filter GM Part No. 88969107. . . . . . . . . . . Engine Oil Filter (Code 8) GM Part No. 889

7-7-1Section 7 Maintenance ScheduleThis section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safe

7-2Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plansupplements your new vehicle warranties. See yourWarranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your d

7-3How This Section is OrganizedThis maintenance schedule is divided into five parts:“Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explainswhat to have don

7-4Part A: Scheduled MaintenanceServicesUsing Your Maintenance ScheduleWe at General Motors want to help you keep yourvehicle in good working conditio

Scheduled Maintenance7-5Short Trip/City DefinitionFollow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance ifany one of these conditions is true for your vehi

Scheduled Maintenance7-6Short Trip/City IntervalsEvery 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): AutomaticTransaxle Fluid Change (severe conditions only).Valve Clear

1-27When should an air bag inflate?The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bagsare designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal orne

Scheduled Maintenance7-7Long Trip/Highway IntervalsEvery 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and FilterChange (or every 12 months, whichever occurs fi

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-8The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles(166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles(166

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-93,000 Miles (5 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Co

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1012,000 Miles (20 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1118,000 Miles (30 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1224,000 Miles (40 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1330,000 Miles (50 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1433,000 Miles (55 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1542,000 Miles (70 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1648,000 Miles (80 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission

1-28How does an air bag restrain?In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions,even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel orthe i

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1754,000 Miles (90 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).An Emission

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-1860,000 Miles (100 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissio

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-19Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 24 months, whichever occursfirst). See “Engine Coolant” in t

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-2063,000 Miles (105 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissio

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-2172,000 Miles (120 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissio

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-2278,000 Miles (130 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissio

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-2384,000 Miles (140 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissio

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-2490,000 Miles (150 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissio

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-25Change manual transaxle fluid every 30,000 miles (50 000 km) only if yourvehicle is used to tow a trailer.Che

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance7-2699,000 Miles (165 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissio

1-29CAUTION:When an air bag inflates, there is dust in the air.This dust could cause breathing problems forpeople with a history of asthma or otherbre

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-27The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles(166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles(

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-287,500 Miles (12 500 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissi

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-2930,000 Miles (50 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emiss

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-3037,500 Miles (62 500 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emiss

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-3152,500 Miles (87 500 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emiss

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-3260,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued)Replace engine air cleaner filter (or every 24 months, whichever occur

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-33Change automatic transaxle fluid every 60,000 miles (100 000 km) if thevehicle is mainly driven under one o

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-3475,000 Miles (125 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emis

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-3590,000 Miles (150 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emis

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance7-3697,500 Miles (162 500 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emis

1-30NOTICE:If you damage the covering for the driver’s or the right front passenger’s air bag, or the air bag covering on the driver’s and right front

7-37Part B: Owner Checks and ServicesListed in this part are owner checks and services whichshould be performed at the intervals specified to helpensu

7-38At Least Once a MonthTire Inflation CheckMake sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures.Don’t forget to check your spare tire. See “Tires”

7-39At Least Once a YearKey Lock Cylinders ServiceLubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricantspecified in Part D.Seat Operation CheckMake sure

7-40Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System CheckCAUTION:When you are doing this check, the vehicle couldmove suddenly. If it does, you or other

7-41Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P)Mechanism CheckCAUTION:When you are doing this check, your vehiclecould begin to move. You or others

7-42Part C: Periodic MaintenanceInspectionsListed in this part are inspections and services whichshould be performed at least twice a year (for instan

7-43Engine Cooling System InspectionInspect the hoses and have them replaced if they arecracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes,fittings a

7-44Part D: Recommended Fluids andLubricantsFluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dea

7-45USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANTKey LockCylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, inCanada 10953474, or equivalent).ManualTrans

7-46USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANTTransfer Case(All-WheelDrive)Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12345977, in Canada 10953482) or SAE 80W-90 GL-5 gear lubricant

1-31Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped VehicleAir bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced.There are parts of the air bag systems in several place

7-47Part E: Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in theboxes

7-48Maintenance RecordDATEODOMETERREADINGSERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

8-8-1Section 8 Customer Assistance InformationHere you will find out how to contact Pontiac if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to

8-2Customer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important to yourdealer and to Pontiac. Normally, any concerns with thesales tran

8-3STEP THREE -- Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completelysatisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you c

8-4Customer Assistance OfficesPontiac encourages customers to call the toll-free numberfor assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to Pontiac,

8-5GM Mobility Program for Personswith DisabilitiesThis program, available toqualified applicants, canreimburse you up to $1,000toward aftermarket dri

8-6We have quick, easy access to telephone numbers of thefollowing additional services depending on your needs:HotelsGlass replacementTire repair faci

8-7Courtesy TransportationPontiac has always exemplified quality and value in itsoffering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownershipexperience, we a

8-8Public Transportation or Fuel ReimbursementIf your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs,reimbursement up to $30 per day (five days maximum)m

1-32Rear Seat PassengersIt’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up!Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rearseat are hu

8-9Reporting Safety Defects to theUnited States GovernmentIf you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injur

8-10SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATIONService ManualsService Manuals have the diagnosis and repairinformation on engines, transmission, axle, s

1-33Lap-Shoulder BeltAll rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly.1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt

iiiHow to Use this ManualMany people read their owner’s manual from beginningto end when they first receive their new vehicle. If youdo this, it will

1-343. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckleend of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part.The lap part of the belt should be worn

1-35CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt istoo loose. In a crash, you would move forwardtoo much, which could increase injury. Thes

1-36CAUTION:People should never hold a baby in their armswhile riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weighmuch -- until a crash. During a crash a baby w

1-37CAUTION:Children who are up against, or very close to, anyair bag when it inflates can be seriously injuredor killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder b

1-38Q: What are the different types of add-on childrestraints?A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by thevehicle’s owner, are available in

1-39CAUTION:The body structure of a young child is quiteunlike that of an adult or older child, for whomthe safety belts are designed. A young child’s

1-40A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with theseating surface against the back of the infant. Theharness system holds the infant in pla

1-41A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed toimprove the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Somebooster seats have a shoulder belt p

1-42When choosing a child restraint, be sure the childrestraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, itwill have a label saying that it meet

1-43Top StrapSome child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision.For it to work, a to

ivVehicle Damage WarningsAlso, in this book you will find these notices:NOTICE:These mean there is something that could damageyour vehicle.A notice wi

1-44Anchor the top strap to one of the top strap anchors.Your vehicle has top strap anchors for the rear seatingpositions. You will find three top str

1-45Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers forChildren (LATCH System)Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You’ll findanchors (A) in both outside rear seat pos

1-46In order to use the system, you need either aforward-facing child restraint that has attachingpoints (B) at its base and a top tether anchor (C),

1-47CAUTION:If a LATCH-type child restraint isn’t attached toits anchorage points, the restraint won’t be ableto protect a child sitting there. In a c

1-48Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat PositionIf your child restraint is equipped with the LATCHsystem, see “Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers

1-493. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesafety belt quickly if you ever had to.4. Pull t

1-505. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the childrestraint. If you’re using a forward-facing

1-51Securing a Child Restraint in the RightFront Seat PositionYour vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Neverput a rear-facing child restraint

1-524. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesafety belt quickly if you ever had to.5. Pull t

1-536. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the childrestraint. You may find it helpful to use y

vThese are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle:

1-54Older ChildrenOlder children who have outgrown booster seats shouldwear the vehicle’s safety belts.Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts?

1-55CAUTION:Never do this.Here two children are wearing the same belt. Thebelt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In acrash, the two children ca

1-56CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behindthe child. If the child wears

1-57Safety Belt ExtenderIf the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, youshould use it.But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, yourde

1-58Replacing Restraint System PartsAfter a CrashCAUTION:A crash can damage the restraint systems in yourvehicle. A damaged restraint system may notpr

2-2-1Section 2 Features and ControlsHere you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting,shif

2-2WindowsCAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the windowsclosed is dangerous. A child can be overcome bythe extreme heat and can suffer permane

2-3Manual WindowsUse the window crank to open and close each window.Power Windows (Option)If your vehicle has thisoption, the switchescontrolling the

2-4KeysCAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. A child orothers could be badly injured or even kille

2-5One key is used for theignition, the doors and allother locks.When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes thekey tag from the key and gives

1-1-1Section 1 Seats and Restraint SystemsHere you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You

2-6Door LocksCAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.Passengers -- especially children -- caneasily open the doors and fall out of amoving vehicle. Wh

2-7To manually lock the door from the inside, press theknob on the door forward. To unlock the door, press theknob rearward. If you have manual locks,

2-8Rear Door Security LocksYour vehicle is equipped with rear door security locksthat help prevent passengers from opening the rear doorson your vehic

2-9Remote Keyless Entry System (If Equipped)If your vehicle has this feature, you can lock and unlockyour doors from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet

2-10OperationLOCK: Press thisbutton to lock all of the doors.The turn signal lights will flash once to confirm that thedoors have locked. The remote k

2-11Battery ReplacementUnder normal use, the battery in your remote keylessentry transmitter should last about three years.You can tell the battery is

2-12Liftgate/LiftglassCAUTION:It can be dangerous to drive with theliftgate/liftglass open because carbon monoxide(CO) gas can come into your vehicle.

2-13To open the liftglass using your key do the following:To open the liftglass, insert the key into the keyholeand turn it clockwise to the second po

2-14TheftVehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrentfeatures, we know that nothing

2-15Content Theft-Deterrent System (If Equipped)Your vehicle’s theft-deterrent system is designed toactivate an alarm if any of the side doors or the

1-2Seats and Seat ControlsThis part tells you about the seats -- how to adjust them,and also about reclining front seatbacks, head restraintsand rear

2-16Testing the SystemTo test the system, do the following:1. Open all the windows.2. Set the system as described in the previousprocedure. The side d

2-17Reactivating the AlarmOnce the system is set, it will automatically reset thealarm after the alarm stops. The alarm will activateagain under the s

2-18Ignition PositionsWith the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it tofour different positions.NOTICE:If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you c

2-19CAUTION:On manual transaxle vehicles, turning the key toLOCK and removing it will lock the steeringcolumn and result in a loss of ability to steer

2-20Manual TransaxleThe gear selector should be in neutral and the parkingbrake engaged. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor andstart the engine. Your

2-21Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)In very cold weather, 0 F (-18 C) or colder, the enginecoolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting andb

2-22Automatic Transaxle OperationThere are severaldifferent positions for your shift lever.PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It’sthe be

2-23Ensure that the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) beforestarting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatictransaxle shift lock control system. You

2-24DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If youneed more power for passing, and you’re:Going less than about 27 mph (43 km/h), push youracc

2-25OverdriveYour automatic transaxlehas an O/D (overdrive off)button. It is located on theleft side of the shift lever.Press the O/D button to turn o

1-3Driver’s Seat Height AdjusterTurn the knob located onthe outboard side of thedriver’s seat cushion toadjust the height of thedriver’s seat. It is e

2-26THIRD (3), FOURTH (4), FIFTH (5): Shift intoTHIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5) the same wayyou do for SECOND (2). Slowly let up on the clutchpeda

2-27SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you let up onthe accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2). Then,slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you

2-28Shift SpeedsCAUTION:If you skip a gear when you downshift, you couldlose control of your vehicle. You could injureyourself or others. Don’t shift

2-29Parking BrakeTo set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down andpull up on the parking brake lever. If the ignition is on,the brake system war

2-30Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Only)CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle ifthe shift lever is not fully in PARK (P)

2-31Leaving Your Vehicle With the EngineRunning (Automatic Transaxle Only)CAUTION:It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with theengine running. Yo

2-32Shifting Out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Only)Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lockcontrol system. You have to fully apply your

2-33Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transaxle Only)Before you get out of your vehicle, move the shift leverinto REVERSE (R), and firmly apply the parking

2-34Engine ExhaustCAUTION:Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gascarbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see orsmell. It can cause unconsciousness

2-35CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle ifthe shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with theparking brake firmly set. Your vehicle c