lights PONTIAC VIBE 2007 Owners Manual

Seats and Restraint Systems
....................... 7
Front Seats
.............................................. 8
Rear Seats
............................................. 16
Safety Belts
............................................ 18
Child Restraints
...................................... 37
Airbag System
........................................ 63
Restraint System Check
......................... 82
Features and Controls
................................ 85
Keys
....................................................... 87
Doors and Locks
.................................... 92
Windows
................................................ 98
Theft-Deterrent Systems
....................... 100
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
..... 102
Mirrors
.................................................. 121
OnStar
®System
................................... 123
Storage Areas
...................................... 127
Sunroof
................................................ 131Instrument Panel
....................................... 133
Instrument Panel Overview
................... 136
Climate Controls
................................... 152
Warning Lights, Gages, and
Indicators
.......................................... 158
Audio System(s)
................................... 177
Driving Your Vehicle
................................. 221
Your Driving, the Road, and
Your Vehicle
..................................... 222
Towing
................................................. 259
Service and Appearance Care
.................. 269
Service
................................................. 272
Fuel
...................................................... 274
Checking Things Under the Hood
......... 280
Bulb Replacement
................................ 315
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
... 321
2007 Pontiac Vibe Owner ManualM
1

Vehicle Damage Warnings
Also, in this manual you will nd these notices:
Notice:These mean there is something
that could damage your vehicle.
A notice tells about something that can damage
the vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be
covered by your vehicle’s warranty, and it could
be costly. But the notice will tell what to do to help
avoid the damage.
When you read other manuals, you might see
CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors
or in different words.
There are also warning labels on the vehicle. They
use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE.
Vehicle Symbols
The vehicle has components and labels that use
symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along
with the text describing the operation or information
relating to a specic component, control, message,
gage, or indicator.
If you need help guring out a specic name of a
component, gage, or indicator, reference the
following topics:
Seats and Restraint Systems in Section 1
Features and Controls in Section 2
Instrument Panel Overview in Section 3
Climate Controls in Section 3
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators in
Section 3
Audio System(s) in Section 3
Engine Compartment Overview in Section 5
5

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation
If your vehicle has this feature, you can lock and
unlock your doors from about 3 feet (1 m) up
to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keyless
entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle.
The remote keyless entry transmitter will look
different if your vehicle was purchased in Canada,
however it will operate the same.
LOCK:Press this button
to lock all of the doors.
The turn signal lights will ash once to conrm
that the doors have locked.UNLOCK:Press this button once to unlock the
driver’s door. The turn signal lights will ash twice
and the interior lamps will come on to conrm that
the door has unlocked. If the UNLOCK button is
pressed again within three seconds, all remaining
doors will unlock and the turn signal lights will ash
twice and interior lamps will remain on to conrm
that all doors & hatch have unlocked. The interior
lamps will stay on for 15 seconds or until the
ignition is turned on.
HATCH/GLASS:Press this button to open the
rear liftglass. If the ignition key is in the ON
position, the liftglass cannot be opened by the
HATCH/GLASS button on the transmitter.
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Theft-Deterrent Systems
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some
cities. Although your vehicle has a number of
theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we
put on it can make it impossible to steal.
Content Theft-Deterrent
If your vehicle has this feature, the theft-deterrent
system is designed to activate an alarm if any
of the side doors or the liftgate is forcibly unlocked
or if the battery terminal is disconnected and
then reconnected while the system is set.
The alarm will sound the horn intermittently and
ash the headlamps, turn signal lamps and interior
lights. If the driver’s or front passenger’s side
doors are unlocked forcibly, the other side doors
and the liftgate will be locked automatically.
Arming the System
To arm the system, do the following:
1. Turn the ignition key to the LOCK position
and remove it.
2. Close and lock all doors and liftgate with the
key or remote keyless entry transmitter.The indicator light
located on the
instrument panel to the
left of the steering
wheel will come
on when all doors and
liftgate are closed
and locked.
The system will be automatically set after
30 seconds. When the system is set,
the indicator light will start ashing.
3. After the indicator light starts ashing, you
may leave the vehicle.
Do not leave anyone in the vehicle when you
set the system, because unlocking the
vehicle from the inside will activate the system.
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(C) ON:This is the position the switch returns to
after you start your engine and release the switch.
The switch stays in the ON position when the
engine is running. But even when the ignition is not
running, you can use ON to operate your electrical
accessories, including the ventilation fan and
115 volt power outlet, and to display some warning
and indicator lights.
The battery could be drained if you leave the key in
the ACC or On position with the engine off. You
may not be able to start your vehicle if the battery is
allowed to drain for an extended period of time.
(D) START:This position starts the engine. When
the engine starts, release the key. The ignition
switch will return to ON for normal driving.
When the engine is not running, ACC and ON
allow you to operate some of your electrical
accessories.
A warning tone will sound if you open the driver’s
door when the ignition is still in ACC or LOCK
and the key is in the ignition.Key In the Ignition
Never leave your vehicle with the keys inside, as it
is an easy target for joy riders or thieves. If you
leave the key in the ignition and park your vehicle,
a chime will sound, when you open the driver’s
door. Always remember to remove your key from
the ignition and take it with you. This will lock
your ignition and transaxle. Also, always remember
to lock the doors.
The battery could be drained if you leave the key
in the ignition while your vehicle is parked.
You may not be able to start your vehicle after it
has been parked for an extended period of time.
Starting the Engine
Place the transaxle in the proper gear.
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Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror
While sitting in a comfortable driving position,
adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind
your vehicle. Move the mirror in the center to
move it up or down and side to side.
The control at the bottom of the mirror is the
day/night feature that allows adjustment to
the mirror so that the glare of headlamps from
behind is reduced. Pull the control for night driving
to reduce glare; push it to return to the day
position.
The mirror may have map lights beneath the
mirror. Press the switch to turn each light
on or off.
Manual Rearview Mirror with
OnStar
®
The vehicle may have an inside rearview mirror
with OnStar®. See your dealer for more information
on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar®.
SeeOnStar®System on page 123for information
on the services OnStar®provides.
While sitting in a comfortable position, adjust the
mirror so you can see clearly behind your
vehicle. Move the mirror in the center to move it
up or down and side to side. The control at
the bottom of the mirror is the day/night feature
that allows adjustment to the mirror so that
the glare of headlamps from behind is reduced.
Move the control from left to right for day or night
conditions.
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Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
While sitting in a comfortable driving position,
adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind
your vehicle. Hold the mirror in the center to move
it up or down and side to side.
The mirror may have an automatic dimming
feature that darkens gradually to reduce the glare
of headlamps from behind. When the ignition
key is inserted and turned on, the inside rear view
mirror always turns on in the automatic function
mode. An indicator light located on the mirror
will come on to show you that the function is on.
When the inside air temperature is low, it may take
a little longer for the mirror to darken in response
to the detection of headlights. Press the button
in the center of the mirror to turn this feature
on or off.
One photocell on the front of the mirror senses
when it is becoming dark outside. Another
photocell, facing rearward, senses headlamps
behind you.
To keep the photocells operating well, occasionally
clean them with a cotton swab and glass cleaner.
Outside Remote Control Mirrors
Your vehicle has outside power adjustable mirrors.
The controls are located
to the left of the steering
wheel on the instrument
panel.
To adjust either mirror, push the button labeled
L (left) or R (right). Use the arrows on the control
pad to adjust the direction of the mirror. Once
both mirrors have been adjusted, move the
selector switch back to the center. This prevents
the mirrors from being moved once they have been
adjusted.
122

Instrument Panel Overview........................ 136
Hazard Warning Flashers.......................... 138
Other Warning Devices............................. 138
Horn.......................................................... 138
Tilt Wheel.................................................. 139
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................. 139
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................. 140
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.......... 140
Flash-to-Pass............................................ 141
Windshield Wipers..................................... 141
Windshield Washer.................................... 142
Rear Window Wiper/Washer...................... 142
Cruise Control........................................... 143
Exterior Lamps.......................................... 146
Headlamps on Reminder........................... 146
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)................. 147
Automatic Headlamp System..................... 147
Fog Lamps................................................ 148
Instrument Panel Brightness...................... 148
Interior Lamps Control............................... 149
Entry Lighting............................................ 149
Reading Lamps......................................... 150
Accessory Power Outlet(s)........................ 150Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating
Current.................................................. 151
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter................ 151
Climate Controls......................................... 152
Climate Control System............................. 152
Outlet Adjustment...................................... 155
Passenger Compartment Air Filter............. 156
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators..... 158
Instrument Panel Cluster........................... 159
Speedometer and Odometer...................... 160
Trip Odometers......................................... 160
Tachometer............................................... 161
Safety Belt Reminder Light........................ 161
Airbag Readiness Light............................. 162
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............. 163
Charging System Light.............................. 165
Brake System Warning Light..................... 166
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light...... 167
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light.............. 167
Traction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light........................................ 168
StabiliTrak
®Indicator Light......................... 168
Section 3 Instrument Panel
133

Engine Coolant Temperature Gage............ 169
Malfunction Indicator Lamp........................ 170
Oil Pressure Light..................................... 173
Lights On Reminder.................................. 174
Taillamp Indicator Light............................. 174
Cruise Control Light.................................. 174
Overdrive Off Light.................................... 174
Highbeam On Light................................... 175
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light............... 175
Door Ajar Light.......................................... 175
Fuel Gage................................................. 176
Low Fuel Warning Light............................ 177Audio System(s)......................................... 177
Setting the Time........................................ 178
Radio with CD (Base Level)...................... 179
Radio with CD (MP3)................................ 188
Radio with Six-Disc CD............................. 198
Using an MP3........................................... 210
XM Radio Messages................................. 216
Radio Reception........................................ 218
Care of Your CDs..................................... 219
Care of the CD Player.............................. 219
Fixed Mast Antenna.................................. 219
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System....... 219
Section 3 Instrument Panel
134

Exterior Lamps
The lever on the left side of the steering column
operates the exterior lamps.
O(Exterior Lamps):Turn the outside part of the
lever with the symbol on it, to operate the lamps.
For vehicles sold in the U. S., this symbol will
appear on the instrument panel cluster when your
exterior lamps are on.
The exterior lamp switch has three positions:
OFF:Turning the switch to this position turns off
all lamps, except the Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL).
O(Parking Lamps):Turning the switch to this
position turns on the parking lamps together
with the following:
Sidemarker Lamps
Taillamps
License Plate Lamp
Instrument Panel Lights
A symbol will appear on the instrument panel
cluster when your parking lamps are on.
SeeLights On Reminder on page 174and
Taillamp Indicator Light on page 174for additional
information.
3(Headlamps):Turning the switch to this
position turns on the headlamps, together with the
previously listed lamps and lights.
Headlamps on Reminder
If you turn the ignition to LOCK or ACC and leave
the lamps on, you will hear a tone when you
open the driver’s door.
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