run flat PONTIAC G5 2010 Owners Manual

Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor
Kit without Sealant to Inate a Tire
(Not Punctured)
To use the air compressor to inflate a tire with air only
and not sealant:
Always do a safety check first. SeeIf a Tire Goes Flat
on page 6-70.
1. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its storage location. See Tire Sealant and Compressor
Kit Storage on page 6-79 .
2. Unlock the air only hose (F) from the sealant canister (B) by pulling up on the lever. 3. Pull the air only hose (F) from the sealant
canister (B).
4. Remove the power plug (C) from the air compressor (A).
5. Place the kit on the ground. Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close to
the ground so the hose will reach it.
6. Remove the tire valve stem cap by turning it counterclockwise.
7. Attach the air only hose (F) onto the tire valve stem and press the lever down to secure it.
8. Plug the power plug (C) into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. Unplug all items from other
accessory power outlets. See Accessory Power
Outlet(s) on page 4-13 .
If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet, do not
use the cigarette lighter.
If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter, use the
cigarette lighter.
Do not pinch the power plug cord in the door or
window.
9. Start the vehicle. The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor.
10. Press the on/off (D) button to turn the compressor on.
The compressor will inflate the tire with air only.
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When the vehicle has a flat tire (B), use the following
example as a guide to assist you in the placement
of wheel blocks (A).A. Wheel Block
B. Flat Tire
The following information explains how to use the jack
and change a tire.Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
The equipment you will need is located in the trunk.
Base Models
1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 3-11.
2. Lift the trunk liner to access the spare tire and tools.
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Removing the Flat Tire and
Installing the Spare Tire
1. Do a safety check before preceding. SeeChanging
a Flat Tire on page 6-80.
2. If your vehicle has plastic wheel covers, use the wheel wrench to loosen the plastic wheel nut caps.
Once you have loosened the plastic wheel nut caps
with the wheel wrench, you can finish loosening
them with your fingers. The plastic nut caps do not
come off.
3. If necessary, use the flat end of the wheel wrench to pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it
comes off.
Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you have
the flat tire repaired or replaced. 4. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen
all the wheel nuts. Do not remove them yet.
Notice: Make sure that the jack lift head is in the
correct position or you may damage your vehicle.
The repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
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A. Cover
B. Retainer
C. Jack and Wheel Wrench
D. Stow Bolt Extension Rod E. Flat Tire F. Foam Support
G. Bolt
To store a flat tire and tools: 1. Remove the stow bolt extension rod and sleeve from the jack.
2. Screw the stow bolt extension rod and the sleeve into the existing spare tire hold-down bolt.
3. If your vehicle has aluminum wheels, first remove the center cap with your hand or the wheel wrench.
4. Place the flat tire face down into the spare tire tub.
5. Re-attach the wheel wrench to the jack.
6. Place the jack into the center of the flat tire, being careful not to scratch the inside of the wheel.
7. Remove the plastic sleeve from the stow bolt extension rod. Secure the jack and road wheel
using the larger plastic retainer.
8. If used in the vehicle, place the smaller jack retainer nut in a safe place until you are ready
to store the compact spare tire in the trunk again.
Uplevel Model
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ProgramCourtesy Transportation ................................8-10
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock ...............3-10
Proposition 65 Warning, California ....................... 6-4
R
Radio Frequency
Identification (RFID) ..................................... 8-18
Statement ................................................... 8-18
Radio(s) ........................................................ 4-51
Radios Reception ................................................... 4-83
Setting the Clock ......................................... 4-50
Theft-Deterrent ............................................ 4-81
Range Adjustment, Headlamps ........................... 2-7
Rear Door Security Locks ................................3-10
Rearview Mirrors ............................................. 3-35
Reclining Seatbacks .......................................... 2-4
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants .................7-10
Recreational Vehicle Towing .............................5-30
Reimbursement Program, GM Mobility ................. 8-7
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System .................. 3-3Remote Vehicle Start
........................................ 3-6
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire .................................................. 6-86
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ...................6-81
Replacement Bulbs ......................................... 6-47
Replacement Parts Maintenance ............................................... 7-12
Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government .................................. 8-15
General Motors ........................................... 8-15
U.S. Government ......................................... 8-14
Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems ....................2-71
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ..................................................... 2-72
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ......................3-22
Ride Control Systems ....................................... 5-6
Electronic Stability (ESC) ................................ 5-6
Roadside Assistance Program ............................ 8-7
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out ....................5-24
Roof Sunroof ...................................................... 3-37
Running the Vehicle While Parked .....................3-34
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Tires (cont.)Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools ............6-90
Terminology and Definitions ...........................6-52
Uniform Tire Quality Grading .........................6-67
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance .................6-68
Wheel Replacement ..................................... 6-68
When It Is Time for New Tires ......................6-64
Towing Recreational Vehicle ..................................... 5-30
Towing a Trailer .................................. 5-33, 5-39
Your Vehicle ............................................... 5-30
Traction Control System (TCS) .................................... 5-8
Traction System Enhanced ................................................... 4-27
Transmission Fluid, Automatic ........................................... 6-19
Transmission Operation, Automatic ....................3-24
Transmission Operation, Manual ........................3-27
Transportation Program, Courtesy ......................8-10
Trunk ............................................................ 3-11
Turn and Lane-Change Signals .......................... 4-4
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ........................... 4-4U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................6-67
Up-Shift Light ................................................. 4-25
V
Vehicle
Control ........................................................ 5-3
Loading ...................................................... 5-24
Parking Your ............................................... 3-32
Remote Start ................................................ 3-6
Running While Parked .................................. 3-34
Symbols ......................................................... iv
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ..................8-16
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............................................ 6-101
Service Parts Identification Label ..................6-101
Vehicle Personalization DIC ........................................................... 4-43
Ventilation Adjustment ...................................... 4-17
Visors ........................................................... 3-15
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