steering PONTIAC BONNEVILLE 2001 User Guide

2-39 Headlamps
The headlamp control is located on the left steering
column lever.
Turn the control to this symbol to turn on
the following:

Parking Lamps

Sidemarker Lamps

Taillamps

License Plate Lamps

Instrument Panel Lights
Turn the headlamp control to this symbol to turn
on the following:

Headlamps

Parking Lamps

Sidemarker Lamps

Taillamps

License Plate Lamps

Instrument Panel Lights
Turn the headlamp control back to the off position to
turn all of the lamps and lights off.
Wiper
-Activated Headlamps
This feature turns on the low
-beam headlamps,
instrument panel cluster backlighting and taillamps
when the Twilight Sentinel
 is in day mode and after
the windshield wipers have been in use for
approximately six seconds.
To operate the wiper
-activated headlamps, the Twilight
Sentinel must be on. If the wiper
-activated headlamps
are on and the ignition switch is turned to ON, the
wiper
-activated headlamps will continue. When you
turn the key to OFF, the wiper
-activated headlamps will
immediately turn off. The wiper
-activated headlamps
will also turn off if you turn off the Twilight Sentinel or
the windshield wipers.

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Lamps On Reminder
If you open the driver's door while leaving the
headlamps or parking lamps on and the key is in OFF,
you will hear a warning chime.
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam,
push the lever forward. To change from high beam to
low beam, pull the turn signal lever toward you, then
release it.
When the high beams are
on, this light on the
instrument panel cluster
will also be on.
Flash-To-Pass Feature
This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to
signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass.
It works even if your headlamps are off.
To use it, pull the turn signal lever toward you.If your headlamps are off or on low beam, your
high
-beam headlamps will turn on. They'll stay on as
long as you hold the lever toward you and the
high
-beam indicator on the instrument panel cluster will
come on. Release the lever to turn the high
-beam
headlamps off.
Windshield Wipers
The windshield wipers are controlled by the lever on the
right of your steering column.
If your windshield wipers are on for more than six
seconds while you are driving, the low
-beam
headlamps, instrument panel cluster backlighting and
the taillamps will turn on. For more information see
ªWiper
-Activated Headlampsº in the Index.

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Fog Lamps
The fog lamps button is located below the twilight knob
to the left of the steering wheel.
An indicator light in the button will glow when the fog
lamps are on. Your parking lamps will also come on
automatically while the fog lamps are active.
If your fog lamps are on when you use your high beams
or flash
-to-pass feature, the fog lamps will be disabled
while the feature is being used.
Twilight Sentinel

Twilight Sentinel
will keep your headlamps on for
up to three minutes, to light your way when you leave
your vehicle.
To operate Twilight Sentinel, turn the DELAY knob
located to the left of the steering column on the
instrument panel fully clockwise for the three
-minute
delay. Turn it counterclockwise to reduce the delay.
Turn the knob to OFF to turn Twilight Sentinel off.
At night, you can turn off all exterior lamps when you
are in PARK (P) by turning the Twilight Sentinel knob
all the way to OFF. If the knob was already in OFF, it
must be cycled to ON then back to OFF, to turn the
exterior lighting off. The lamps will come back on when
you turn the knob clockwise.

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OnStar
System (If Equipped)
OnStar is a vehicle communications system that
offers a variety of services and provides a hands
-free
communication link between you and the OnStar Center.
A service subscription agreement and fee are required in
order to receive OnStar service. Services are available
24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For more information,
call 1
-888-ONSTAR-7 (1-888-667-8277).
OnStar Services Button: Press this button once
to contact an advisor who will be able to assist you with
these services. If you are not quickly connected, the
system will automatically reset and redial. This ensures
connection to the center; there is no additional action
required. Press the Call Answer/End button to cancel the
automatic redial.
Emergency Button: In an emergency situation,
press the emergency service button. Upon receiving the
call, an advisor at the center will locate your vehicle and
assess the situation. If necessary, the advisor will alert
the nearest emergency service provider.
Call ANSWER/END Button: Use this button to
answer a call. (If you are receiving a call, the audio
system will mute, and the ring will be heard). Press this
button at the end of a call to disconnect and return the
audio system to its previous settings. This button will
also cancel a call if one of the buttons is accidentally
pressed or if the automatic redial function is activated.
Volume Control: You can control the volume of the OnStar
System using either the volume control knob on the radio or
using the steering wheel volume control (if equipped).
Telltale Light: This light will indicate the status of
the system. A solid green light will come on when you
start the vehicle to let you know that the system is on
and is ready to make or receive calls.
If the light blinks green it means that an incoming or
outgoing call is in progress. Press the Call ANSWER/END
button if you notice the light blinking and you are not
on a call.

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The main components of your instrument panel are the following:
A. Air Outlets
B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
C. Audio System Steering Wheel Controls
D. Windshield Wiper Lever
E. Steering Column Shift Lever
F. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls
(If Equipped)G. Audio System
H. Hazard Warning Flashers Control
I. Twilight Sentinel

and Fog Lamp Controls
J. Ignition Switch
K. Comfort Control System
L. Glove Box

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Low Traction Active (LOW TRAC) Light
Your LOW TRAC
(Low Traction Active) light
may come on for one of the
following reasons:

An advanced computer
-controlled system called
Stabilitrak (if equipped) has come on to help your
vehicle continue to go in the direction in which
you're steering. This stability enhancement system
activates when the computer senses that your vehicle
is just starting to spin, as it might if you hit a patch
of ice or other slippery spot on the road. When the
system is on, you may hear a noise or feel a vibration
in the brake pedal. This is normal.
In these situations when the LOW TRAC light is on
and the system is engaged, you should continue to
steer in the direction you want to go. The system is
designed to help you in bad weather or other difficult
driving situations by making the most of whatever
road conditions will permit.
The optional Traction Control System is active
and is limiting wheel spin. You may feel the system
working, but this is normal. Slippery road conditions
may exist, so adjust your driving accordingly.
If the LOW TRAC light comes on, slippery road
conditions may exist, so you should consider slowing
down and adjusting your driving accordingly.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
United States Canada
This gage shows the engine coolant temperature.

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EXP (Export ID) Warning Message
81 ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON. . . . . . . . . . . . .
83 SERVICE AIR BAG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
102 CHECK CHARGE SYSTEM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
140 DRIVER DOOR AJAR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
141 FRONT PASSENGER DOOR AJAR. . . . . . . .
142 LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
143 RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
144 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
147 PARK BRAKE SET *. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The EXP codes are used to make translation from
English to other languages easier.
Pressing any of the DIC control buttons will remove the
above messages or warnings from the DIC display,
unless noted by an asterisk (*).
SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM
- 54: If you ever
see the SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM message, it
means there may be a problem with your stability
enhancement system. If you see this message, try to
reset the system (stop; turn off the engine; then start the
engine again). If the SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM
message still comes on, it means there is a problem. You
should see your dealer for service. Reduce your speed
and drive accordingly.STABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE
- 55: You may see
the STABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE message on the
Driver Information Center. It means that an advanced,
computer
-controlled system has come on to help your
vehicle continue to go in the direction in which you're
steering. This stability enhancement system activates
when the computer senses that your vehicle is just
starting to spin, as it might if you hit a patch of ice or
other slippery spot on the road. When the system is on,
you may hear a noise or feel a vibration in the brake
pedal. This is normal.
When the STABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE message is
on, you should continue to steer in the direction you
want to go. The system is designed to help you in bad
weather or other difficult driving situations by making
the most of whatever road conditions will permit. If the
STABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE message comes on,
you'll know that something has caused your vehicle to
start to spin, so you should consider slowing down.
Tire Pressure Status
- 144: If you see the CHECK
TIRE PRESSURE message, you should stop as soon as
you can and check all your tires for damage. (If a tire is
flat, see ªIf a Tire Goes Flatº in the Index.) Also check
the tire pressure in all four tires as soon as you can. See
ªInflation
- Tire Pressureº and ªCheck Tire Pressure
Systemº in the Index.

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The HUD controls are located to the left of the
steering column.
1. Start your engine and turn the HUD dimmer all of
the way clockwise.
The brightness of the HUD image is determined by
ambient light, and where you have set the HUD
dimmer control.
2. Adjust the seat, if necessary, before setting the
height control.
Press and hold the top of the IMAGE (image height)
control, raising the HUD image as far as possible.
Then press on the bottom of the HUD image height
control to move the image down, so the image is as
low as possible, but in full view.
3. Turn the dimmer control counterclockwise until the
HUD image is no brighter than necessary. To turn the
HUD off, turn the HUD dimmer control all the
way counterclockwise.

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Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
In this section, you'll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle.
Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle.
3
-2 Comfort Controls
3
-8 Air Conditioning
3
-9 Heating
3
-9 Defogging and Defrosting
3
-10 Rear Window Defogger
3
-10 Ventilation System
3
-12 Audio Systems
3
-12 Setting the Clock for Systems with
Radio Data System
3
-13 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player
with Programmable Equalization and Radio
Data System (RDS) (If Equipped)
3
-20 AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player
with Programmable Equalization and Radio
Data System (RDS) (If Equipped)3
-27 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape
and Compact Disc Player with
Programmable Equalization and
Radio Data System (RDS) (If Equipped)
3
-36 Trunk-Mounted CD Changer (Option)
3
-40 Theft-Deterrent Feature RDS Radios
3
-40 Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)
3
-41 Understanding Radio Reception
3
-42 Tips About Your Audio System
3
-42 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
3
-43 Care of Your Compact Discs
3
-43 Care of Your Compact Disc Player
3
-44 Diversity Antenna System
3
-44 Chime Level Adjustment

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TRACK SCAN: Press and hold one of the SEEK
arrows for two seconds until TRACK SCAN appears on
the display and you hear a beep. You will hear the first
few seconds of each track on the current disc. The sound
will mute while scanning. The SCAN icon will be lit
and the T will blink to indicate track scan mode.
Press SEEK again to stop TRACK SCAN.
DISC SCAN: Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows
for four seconds until DISC SCAN appears on the
display and you hear a double beep. You will hear the
first few seconds of track one on each disc. The sound
will mute while scanning. The SCAN icon will be lit
and the D will blink to indicate disc scan mode.
Press SEEK again to stop DISC SCAN.
Theft-Deterrent Feature RDS Radios
THEFTLOCK
is designed to discourage theft of your
radio. The feature works automatically by learning a
portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
If the radio is moved to a different vehicle, it will not
operate and LOCKED will be displayed.
With THEFTLOCK activated, your radio will not
operate if stolen.
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
(If Equipped)
If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain
radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel.
SEEK: Press the up or
down arrow to go to the
next higher or lower radio
station and stay there.
If a cassette tape is playing, press the up arrow to search
for the next selection on the tape. Press the down arrow
to search for the previous selection on the tape. Your
tape must have at least three seconds of silence between
each selection for SEEK to work. If a compact disc is
playing, press the up arrow to go to the start of the next
track. Press the down arrow to go to the start of the
current track if more than eight seconds have played.
If less than eight seconds have played, press the down
arrow to go to the previous track.