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Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need.
Each new wheel should have the same
load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset
and be mounted the same way as the one
it replaces.
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel
bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with
new GM original equipment parts. This way,
you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel
bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle.
{CAUTION:
Using the wrong replacement wheels,
wheel bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle
can be dangerous. It could affect the
braking and handling of your vehicle,
make your tires lose air and make you
lose control. You could have a collision
in which you or others could be injured.
Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts,
and wheel nuts for replacement.Notice:The wrong wheel can also cause
problems with bearing life, brake cooling,
speedometer or odometer calibration,
headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground
clearance, and tire clearance to the body
and chassis.
{CAUTION:
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to
which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts
become loose after a time. The wheel
could come off and cause a crash. When
you change a wheel, remove any rust or
dirt from places where the wheel attaches
to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can
use a cloth or a paper towel to do this;
but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush
later, if you need to, to get all the rust or
dirt off.
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3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and
gently rub toward the center. Continue
cleaning, using a clean area of the cloth each
time it becomes soiled.
4. Continue to gently rub the soiled area until
the cleaning cloth remains clean.
5. If the soil is not completely removed, use a
mild soap solution and repeat the cleaning
process that was used with plain water.
If any of the soil remains, a commercial fabric
cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary. When a
commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be
used, test a small hidden area for colorfastness
rst. If the locally cleaned area gives any
impression that a ring formation may result, clean
the entire surface.
After the cleaning process has been completed,
a paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture
from the fabric or carpet.Leather
A soft cloth dampened with water may be used
to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning
is necessary, a soft cloth dampened with a mild
soap solution can be used. Allow the leather to
dry naturally. Do not use heat to dry. Never
use steam to clean leather. Never use spot lifters
or spot removers on leather. Many commercial
leather cleaners and coatings that are sold
to preserve and protect leather may permanently
change the appearance and feel of your leather
and are not recommended. Do not use silicone or
wax-based products, or those containing organic
solvents to clean your vehicle’s interior because
they can alter the appearance by increasing
the gloss in a non-uniform manner. Never use
shoe polish on your leather.
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Scheduled Maintenance
The services shown in this schedule up to
100,000 miles (160 000 km) should be repeated
after 100,000 miles (160 000 km) at the same
intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services
shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should
be repeated at the same interval after
150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the life of
this vehicle.
SeePart B: Owner Checks and Services on
page 346andPart C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections on page 351.
Footnotes
†The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or
the California Air Resources Board has determined
that the failure to perform this maintenance item
will not nullify the emission warranty or limit
recall liability prior to the completion of the
vehicle’s useful life. We, however, urge that all
recommended maintenance services be performed
at the indicated intervals and the maintenance
be recorded.*If your vehicle has a Driver Information Center
(DIC), it also has the GM Oil Life System, a
computer system that lets you know when to
change the oil and lter. This is based on engine
revolutions and engine temperature and not
on mileage. Based on driving conditions, the
mileage at which an oil change will be indicated
can vary considerably. For the oil life system
to work properly, you must reset the system every
time the oil is changed.
When the system has calculated that oil life has
been diminished, it will indicate that an oil change
is necessary. A CHANGE OIL SOON message
on the Driver Information Center (DIC) will
come on. See DIC Warnings and Messages on
page 148. Change your oil as soon as possible
within the next two times you stop for fuel.
See Engine Oil on page 247. It is possible that,
if you are driving under the best conditions, the
oil life system may not indicate that an oil change
is necessary for over a year. However, your
engine oil and lter must be changed at least
once a year and at this time the system must be
reset. It is also important to check your oil regularly
and keep it at the proper level.
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If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must
change your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km)
since your last oil change. Remember to reset the
oil life system whenever the oil is changed. See
Engine Oil Life System on page 252 for information
on resetting the system.
+A good time to check your brakes is during
tire rotation. See Brake System Inspection
on page 352.
5,000 Miles (8 000 km)
❑Vehicles with Driver Information Center (DIC):
The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when
to change the engine oil and lter. See
Engine Oil Life System on page 252.An
Emission Control Service. (See footnote *)
❑Vehicles without Driver Information Center:
Change engine oil and lter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs rst).An Emission
Control Service.
❑Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation
on page 293for proper rotation pattern and
additional information.(See footnote +.)
10,000 Miles (16 000 km)
❑Vehicles with Driver Information Center (DIC):
The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when
to change the engine oil and lter. See
Engine Oil Life System on page 252.An
Emission Control Service. (See footnote *)
❑Vehicles without Driver Information Center:
Change engine oil and lter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs rst).An Emission
Control Service.
❑Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation
on page 293for proper rotation pattern and
additional information.(See footnote +.)
15,000 Miles (24 000 km)
❑Vehicles with Driver Information Center (DIC):
The Engine Oil Life System will tell you when
to change the engine oil and lter. See
Engine Oil Life System on page 252.An
Emission Control Service. (See footnote *)
❑Vehicles without Driver Information Center:
Change engine oil and lter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs rst).An Emission
Control Service.
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Alternative Service:There may be times,
when Roadside Assistance cannot provide
timely assistance, your advisor may authorize
you to secure local emergency road service,
and you will be reimbursed up to $100
upon submission of the original receipt to
Roadside Assistance.
In many instances, mechanical failures are
covered under Pontiac’s Bumper-to-Bumper
warranty, and the duration of the Base Warranty
Coverage for Canadian customers of the new
Vehicle Limited Warranty. However, any cost for
parts and labor for non-warranty repairs are
the responsibility of the driver.
For prompt and efficient assistance when calling,
please provide the following to the Roadside
Assistance Representative:
Your name, home address, and home
telephone number.
Telephone number of your location.
Location of the vehicle.
Model, year, color, and license plate number
of the vehicle.
Odometer reading, Vehicle Identication
Number (VIN), and delivery date of the vehicle.
Description of the problem.
While we hope you never have the occasion to
use our service, it is added security while traveling
for you and your family. Remember, we are
only a phone call away. Pontiac Roadside
Assistance:1-800-ROADSIDE (762-3743), text
telephone (TTY) users, call1-888-889-2438,
Canadian customers call1-800-268-6800.
Pontiac and General Motors of Canada Limited
reserve the right to limit services or reimbursement
to an owner or driver when, in their sole
discretion, the claims become excessive in
frequency or type of occurrence.
Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in
the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty. Pontiac and General Motors of
Canada Limited reserve the right to make any
changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance
program at any time without notication.
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Additional Program Information
All program options, such as shuttle service, may
not be available at every dealer. Please contact
your dealer for specic information about
availability. All Courtesy Transportation
arrangements will be administered by appropriate
dealer personnel.
General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally
modify, change or discontinue Courtesy
Transportation at any time and to resolve all
questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms
and conditions described herein at its sole
discretion.
Vehicle Data Collection and Event
Data Recorders
Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles,
has a number of sophisticated computer systems
that monitor and control several aspects of the
vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board
vehicle computers to monitor emission control
components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor
conditions for airbag deployment and, if the
vehicle has the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), to
provide anti-lock braking and to help the driver
control the vehicle in difficult driving situations.
Some information may be stored during regular
operations to facilitate repair of detected
malfunctions; other information is stored only
in a crash event by computer systems,
such as those commonly called Event Data
Recorders (EDR).
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Owner Information
Owner publications are written specically for
owners and intended to provide basic operational
information about the vehicle. The owner
manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for
all models.
In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner Manual,
and Warranty Booklet.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 US +
Processing Fee
Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00 US +
Processing Fee
Current and Past Model Order Forms
Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are
available for current and past model GM vehicles.
To request an order form, please specify year
and model name of the vehicle.
ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123
Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Eastern Time
For Credit Card Orders Only
(VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. on
the World Wide Web at: www.helminc.com
Or you can write to:
Helm, Incorporated
P.O. Box 07130
Detroit, MI 48207
Prices are subject to change without notice and
without incurring obligation. Allow ample time
for delivery.
Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are
quoted in U.S. funds. Canadian residents are
to make checks payable in U.S. funds.
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G
Gage
Fuel......................................................... 144
Speedometer........................................... 129
Tachometer.............................................. 129
Gasoline
Octane..................................................... 237
Specications........................................... 237
Glove Box..................................................... 98
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.......... 367
H
Hazard Warning Flashers............................ 110
Headlamp Wiring......................................... 326
Headlamps.........................................118, 280
Bulb Replacement.................................... 280
Daytime Running Lamps.......................... 119
Flash-to-Pass........................................... 113
Front Turn Signal, Parking and
Fog Lamps........................................... 281
Halogen Bulbs......................................... 280
High/Low Beam Changer......................... 112
On Reminder........................................... 119
Heater......................................................... 122Highbeam On Light..................................... 143
Highway Hypnosis....................................... 217
Hill and Mountain Roads............................. 218
Hood
Checking Things Under............................ 242
Release................................................... 243
Horn............................................................ 110
How to Use This Manual................................ 4
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly............... 18
Hydraulic Clutch.......................................... 256
I
Ignition Positions........................................... 77
Infants and Young Children, Restraints.......... 30
Ination - Tire Pressure............................... 292
Inator Kit, Tire........................................... 303
Inspection
Brake System.......................................... 352
Engine Cooling System............................ 352
Exhaust System....................................... 351
Fuel System............................................ 351
Part C - Periodic Maintenance.................. 351
Steering and Suspension ......................... 351
Throttle System........................................ 352
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Service (cont.)
Doing Your Own Work............................. 236
Engine Soon Light................................... 138
Publications Ordering Information............. 380
Vehicle Soon Light................................... 144
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle......... 54
Setting the Time.................................158, 159
Sheet Metal Damage................................... 322
Shifting Into Park (P)..................................... 87
Shifting Out of Park (P)................................. 89
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.................. 112
Specications, Capacities............................ 332
Speedometer............................................... 129
Starting Your Engine..................................... 80
Steering...................................................... 203
Steering and Suspension Inspection............ 351
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio................... 185
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel.......................... 111
Storage Areas
Center Console Storage Area.................... 99
Cupholder(s).............................................. 98
Glove Box................................................. 98
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow............... 224
Sun Visors.................................................... 71T
Tachometer................................................. 129
Taillamps
Turn Signal, and Stoplamps..................... 281
Theft-Deterrent, Radio................................. 185
Theft-Deterrent Systems................................ 72
Content Theft-Deterrent.............................. 72
PASS-Key
®III+.......................................... 74
PASS-Key®III+ Operation.......................... 74
Throttle System Inspection.......................... 352
Tilt Wheel.................................................... 111
Tires........................................................... 284
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels,
Cleaning............................................... 321
Buying New Tires..................................... 296
Chains..................................................... 302
Cleaning.................................................. 322
Different Size........................................... 297
If a Tire Goes Flat................................... 302
Ination - Tire Pressure............................ 292
Inspection and Rotation............................ 293
Tire Inator Kit......................................... 303
Tire Sidewall Labeling.............................. 286
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Tires (cont.)
Tire Terminology and Denitions............... 289
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.................... 298
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance........... 299
Wheel Replacement................................. 299
When It Is Time for New Tires................. 295
Winter Tires............................................. 285
Towing
Recreational Vehicle................................. 231
Towing a Trailer....................................... 231
Your Vehicle............................................. 231
Traction
Control System (TCS).............................. 198
Limited-Slip Rear Axle.............................. 200
Traction Control System Warning Light........ 136
Transmission
Fluid, Automatic....................................... 256
Fluid, Manual........................................... 256
Transmission Operation, Automatic................ 82
Transmission Operation, Manual.................... 85
Trunk............................................................ 68
Trunk Ajar Light........................................... 144
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................... 112
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................... 111U
Understanding Radio Reception................... 186
Uniform Tire Quality Grading....................... 298
V
Vehicle
Control..................................................... 194
Damage Warnings....................................... 5
Loading.................................................... 226
Parking Your.............................................. 89
Service Soon Light................................... 144
Symbols...................................................... 5
Vehicle Data Collection and Event
Data Recorders........................................ 373
Vehicle Identication
Number (VIN).......................................... 325
Service Parts Identication Label.............. 325
Vehicle Personalization
DIC .......................................................... 152
Ventilation Adjustment.................................. 126
Visors........................................................... 71
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