wheel size PONTIAC GRAND PRIX 2008 User Guide

A. Retainer
B. Cover
C. Compact Spare Tire
D. Nut
E. Jack
F. Wheel Wrench
G. Extension and
Protective Guide
H. Foam Holder
I. Bolt ScrewA. Retainer
B. Spare Tire
C. Protector
D. Bolt Extension
E. Nut
F. Jack
G. Wheel Wrench
H. Foam Holder
I. Bolt Screw
Compact Spare Tire
Full-Sized Spare Tire
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Compact Spare Tire
Although the compact spare tire was fully inated when
the vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.
Check the ination pressure regularly. It should be
60 psi (420 kPa).
After installing the compact spare on the vehicle, you
should stop as soon as possible and make sure the
spare tire is correctly inated. The compact spare is
made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph (105 km/h)
for distances up to 3,000 miles (5 000 km), so you can
nish your trip and have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced where you want. You must calibrate the tire
ination monitor system, if your vehicle has this feature,
after installing or removing the compact spare. SeeTire
Pressure Monitor System on page 5-71. The system may
not work correctly when the compact spare is installed on
the vehicle. Of course, it’s best to replace the spare with a
full-size tire as soon as you can. The spare will last longer
and be in good shape in case you need it again.
Notice:When the compact spare is installed, do
not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash
with guide rails. The compact spare can get
caught on the rails. That can damage the tire and
wheel, and maybe other parts of your vehicle.Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles.
And do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel with
other wheels or tires. They will not t. Keep the
spare tire and its wheel together.
Notice:Tire chains will not t your compact spare.
Using them can damage your vehicle and can
damage the chains too. Do not use tire chains on
your compact spare.
Appearance Care
Interior Cleaning
Your vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if it is
cleaned often. Although not always visible, dust and dirt
can accumulate on your upholstery. Dirt can damage
carpet, fabric, leather, and plastic surfaces. Regular
vacuuming is recommended to remove particles from
your upholstery. It is important to keep your upholstery
from becoming and remaining heavily soiled. Soils should
be removed as quickly as possible. Your vehicle’s interior
may experience extremes of heat that could cause stains
to set rapidly.
Lighter colored interiors may require more frequent
cleaning. Use care because newspapers and garments
that transfer color to your home furnishings may also
transfer color to your vehicle’s interior.
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Tires (cont.)
Different Size..............................................5-80
If a Tire Goes Flat.......................................5-85
Ination - Tire Pressure................................5-69
Inspection and Rotation................................5-75
Installing the Spare Tire..............................5-100
Pressure Monitor Operation...........................5-72
Pressure Monitor System..............................5-71
Removing the Flat Tire...............................5-100
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...............5-98
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools..........5-107
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit...................5-86
Tire Sidewall Labeling..................................5-63
Tire Terminology and Denitions....................5-66
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.........................5-80
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance.................5-82
Wheel Replacement.....................................5-82
When It Is Time for New Tires......................5-77
Towing
Recreational Vehicle.....................................4-27
Towing a Trailer..........................................4-29
Your Vehicle...............................................4-27Traction
Control System (TCS).................................... 4-6
Control System Warning Light.......................3-47
Enhanced Traction System (ETS).................... 4-7
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)
Warning Light..........................................3-48
Stabilitrak
®Plus System................................. 4-8
Transmission
Fluid, Automatic...........................................5-22
Up-Shift Light..............................................3-45
Transmission Operation, Automatic....................2-28
Trunk............................................................2-14
Turn and Lane-Change Signals.......................... 3-8
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever........................... 3-7
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................5-80
Up-Shift Light.................................................3-45
Using this Manual............................................... iii
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Vehicle
Control........................................................ 4-3
Damage Warnings........................................... iv
Loading......................................................4-22
Symbols......................................................... iv
Vehicle Customization, DIC..............................3-89
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy..................7-16
Vehicle Identication
Number (VIN)............................................5-119
Service Parts Identication Label..................5-120
Vehicle, Remote Start....................................... 2-7
Ventilation Adjustment......................................3-36
Visors...........................................................2-18
W
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators................3-38
Warnings
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-67
Hazard Warning Flashers............................... 3-6
Other Warning Devices.................................. 3-6
Safety and Symbols......................................... iii
Vehicle Damage.............................................. ivWheels
Alignment and Tire Balance..........................5-82
Different Size..............................................5-80
Replacement...............................................5-82
Where to Put the Restraint...............................1-38
Windows.......................................................2-16
Power ........................................................2-17
Windshield
Replacement...............................................5-61
Washer Fluid..............................................5-40
Wiper Blade Replacement.............................5-61
Wiper Blades, Cleaning..............................5-116
Wiper Fuses.............................................5-121
Wiper Lever................................................3-10
Winter Driving................................................4-17X
XM Radio Messages.....................................3-114
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System..............3-118
Y
Your Vehicle and the Environment....................... 6-2
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