engine PONTIAC BONNEVILLE 2003 Owner's Manual

If you can’t see the HUD image when the ignition is on,
check to see
if:
0 The HUD unit is covered,
0 the HUD INTENSITY knob is adjusted correctly,
0 the HUD image is adjusted to the proper height, or
a fuse in the fuse panel may have blown. See
Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-92.
If the HUD image is not clear, it could be too bright.
Move the HUD INTENSITY knob counterclockwise. You
may need to clean the windshield and HUD lens.
Your windshield is part of the HUD system. If you ever
have to have a new windshield, be sure to get one
designed for HUD.
If you don’t, the HUD image may look
blurred and out of focus.
Accessory Power Outlets
If your vehicle has a front console, the accessory power
outlet
(1 2-volt ) is located at the rear of the front
console.
If your vehicle has a floor console, the outlet is
located at the rear of the floor console. To
use the outlet, remove the protective cap which
covers it. When not using it, always cover the outlet with
the protective cap.
The accessory power outlet will only operate when the
ignition key
is in ON and for 10 minutes after turning
the ignition OFF. If you would like the accessory power
outlet to operate regardless of ignition position, and
for extended periods of time, see “Engine Compartment
Fuse
Block” under Fuses and Circuit Breakers on
page 5-92 or see your dealer for more information.
Nofice: When using an accessory power outlet,
maximum electrical load must not exceed
15 amps.
Always turn
off any electrical equipment when
not in use. Leaving electrical equipment on for
extended periods will drain your battery.
Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible
with the accessory power outlet and could result
in blown vehicle or adapter fuses.
If you experience a
problem, see your dealer for additional information
on accessory power outlets.
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Notice: Adding some electrical equipment to your
vehicle can damage
it or keep other things from
working as they should. This wouldn’t be covered by
your warranty. Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment, and never use anything
that exceeds the amperage rating.
When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the
proper installation instructions included with the
equipment.
Notice: Power outlets are designed for accessory
plugs only.
Do not hang any type of accessory
or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of
the power outlet can cause damage not covered
by your warranty.
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
Push down on the cover to reveal the front ashtray.
To clean the ashtray,
lift it out by pulling on the finger
holes on each side.
On models without a console, an ashtray is located
underneath the instrument panel.
To clean the ashtray,
lift it out by pulling up on the tabs on either side.
It snaps back into place.
To open a rear ashtray, lift the cover
Notice: Don’t put papers or other flammable
items into your ashtrays. Hot cigarettes or other
smoking materials could ignite them, causing
a damaging fire.
The cigarette lighter is located next to the storage tray.
To use a lighter, just push the center in all the way
and let
it go. When it is ready, the center will pop back
out by itself. Pull out the entire unit to use it.
Notice: Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your
hand while
it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able to
back away from the heating element when it’s
ready. That can make
it overheat, damaging the
lighter and the heating element.
The cigarette lighter will only operate when the ignition
key is in
ON and for 10 minutes after turning the
ignition
OFF. If you would like the lighter to operate
regardless of ignition position, and for extended periods
of time, see “Engine Compartment Fuse Block under
Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-92 or see
your dealer.
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.1#t A/C (Air Conditioning): Press this button to turn
the air conditioning compressor on and off. When
A/C is
pressed, an indicator light in the button will come on
to let you know that air conditioning is activated.
If your
climate control system is
off, you may also turn it
back on in vent mode by selecting the
A/C button.
On hot days, open the windows
to let hot inside
air escape; then close them. This helps
to reduce the
time
it takes for your vehicle to cool down. It also helps
the system
to operate more efficiently.
For quick cool down on hot days, do the following:
1. Select the vent mode.
2. Select the recirculation mode.
3. Select NC.
4. Select the coolest temperature.
5. Select the highest fan speed.
Using these settings together for long periods of time
may cause the air inside
of your vehicle to become too
dry.
To prevent this from happening, after the air in
your vehicle has cooled, turn the recirculation mode
off.
The air conditioning system removes moisture from
the air,
so you may sometimes notice a small amount of
water dripping underneath your vehicle while idling or
after turning off the engine. This is normal.
Sensors
The solar sensor on your vehicle monitors
radiation and the air inside of your vehicle, the solar
then uses the
information
to maintain the selected temperature by
initiating needed adjustments
to the temperature, the fan
speed and the air delivery system. The system may
also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the
sun. The recirculation mode will also be activated, as
necessary.
Do not cover the solar sensor located in the
center of the instrument panel, near the windshield,
or the system will not work properly.
Defogging and Defrosting
There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your
windshield. Use the defog mode to clear the windows of
fog or moisture and warm the passengers. Use the
defrost mode
to remove fog or frost from the windshield
more quickly.
Press one of the available mode buttons
to select the
defog or defrost mode.
+3 (Defog): This mode directs most of the air to the
windshield and the floor outlets.
A small amount of air is
also directed to the outboard outlets (for the side
windows). When you select this mode, the system turns
off recirculation and runs the air conditioning compressor
unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing.
The recirculation mode cannot be selected while in
the defog mode.
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@ FRONT (Defrost): Pressing this button directs
most of the air to the windshield and the outboard outlets
(for the side windows), with some air directed to the
floor outlets. When you select this mode, the system
turns
off recirculation and runs the air conditioning
compressor unless the outside temperature is at
or below freezing. The recirculation mode cannot be
selected while in the FRONT defrost mode.
Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog or frost from the rear window.
ISH] REAR: Press this button to turn the rear window
defogger on or
off. Be sure to clear as much snow from
the rear window as possible.
The rear window defogger will turn
off approximately
10 minutes after the button is pressed. If turned on
again, the defogger
will only run for approximately five minutes before turning
off. If you maintain
a speed
above
30 mph (48 km/h), the rear defogger will not turn
off automatically to help keep the rear glass clear.
The defogger can also be turned
off by pressing the
button again or by turning
off the engine.
if your vehicle has outside heated mirrors, the mirrors
will heat to help clear fog or frost from the surface of the
mirror when the rear window defogger button is
pressed.
Notice: Don’t use a razor blade or something else
sharp on the inside of the rear window.
If you
do, you could cut or damage the defogger and the
repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Do not attach
a temporary vehicie iicense, tape, a
decal or anything similar to the defogger grid.
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If you are in city traffic, and your vehicle is stopped and
idling, or the weather is hot, the system may switch
from the outside air mode to the recirculation mode.
To prevent the air inside of your vehicle from becoming
too stale, be sure to return to the outside air mode
periodically.
& RECIRC (Recirculation): Press this button to
limit the amount of outside air coming into the vehicle.
It can be used to prevent outside air and odors from
entering your vehicle or to help heat or cool the
air inside your vehicle more quickly. Press this button to
turn the recirculation mode on or off. When the button
is pressed, an indicator light will come on. The
recirculation mode cannot be used with the FRONT
defrost mode.
a A/C (Air Conditioning}: Press this button to
override the automatic system and turn the air
conditioning system on or off. When
A/C is pressed, an
indicator light in the button will come on to let you
know that it is activated. When in AUTO, the air
conditioning compressor will come on automatically, as
necessary. The air conditioning compressor will also
run when you select the FRONT defrost mode and
outside temperatures are above freezing.
On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside air
escape; then close them. This helps to reduce the time
it takes for your vehicle to cool down. It also helps
the system to operate more efficiently. For
quick cool down on hot days, press the AUTO
button and the system will automatically enter
recirculation mode and the temperature will be at the full
cold position for maximum cooling.
Using these settings together for long periods of time
may cause the air inside
of your vehicle to become too
dry. To prevent this from happening, after the air in
your vehicle has cooled, turn the recirculation mode
off.
The air conditioning system removes moisture from
the air,
so you may sometimes notice a small amount of
water dripping underneath your vehicle while idling or
after turning off the engine. This is normal.
Sensors
The solar sensor on your vehicle monitors the solar
radiation and the air inside of your vehicle, then uses the
information to maintain the selected temperature by
initiating needed adjustments to the temperature, the fan
speed and the air delivery system. The system may
also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the
sun. The recirculation mode will also be activated, as
necessary.
Do not cover the solar sensor located in the
center
of the instrument panel, near the windshield,
or the system
will not work properly.
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There is also an EXT (exterior) temperature sensor
located behind the front grill. This sensor reads
the outside air temperature and helps to maintain the
temperature inside the vehicle. Any cover on the front of
the vehicle could cause a false reading
in the
temperature.
Defogging and Defrosting
There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your
windshield. Use the defog mode to clear the windows of
fog or moisture and warm the passengers. Use the
FRONT defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the
windshield more quickly.
Press the
MODE button until DEFOG appears to seiect
this function. Press the FRONT button to select the
defrost function.
DEFOG: This mode directs the air equally between the
windshield and the floor outlets.
9 FRONT (Defrost): Pressing this button directs
most of the air to the windshield and the outboard outlets
(for the side windows), with some air directed to the
floor outlets. When you select this mode, the system
turns
off recirculation and runs the air conditioning
or below freezing. The recirculation mode cannot be
selected while in the
FRONT defrost mode.
compressor unless the outside temperature is at
Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog or frost from the rear window.
(@ REAR: Press this button to turn the rear window
defogger on or
off. Be sure to clear as much snow from
the rear window as possible.
The rear window defogger will turn
off approximately 10
minutes after the button is pressed. If turned on
again, the defogger will only run for approximately five
minutes before turning
off. If you maintain a speed
above
30 mph (48 km/h), the rear defogger will not turn
off automatically to help keep the rear glass clear.
The defogger can
also be turned off by pressing the
button again or by turning
off the engine.
If your vehicle has outside heated mirrors, the mirrors
will heat to help clear fog or frost from the surface of the
mirror when the rear window defogger button is
pressed.
Nofice: Don’t use a razor blade or something else
sharp on the inside
of the rear window. If you
do, ysu could cut or damage the defogger and the
repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape, a
decal or anything similar to the defogger grid.
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Warning Lights, Gages and
Indicators
This part describes the warning lights and gages that
may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you
locate them.
Warning lights and gages can signal that something is
wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause
an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to
your warning lights and gages could also save you
or others from injury.
Warning lights come on when there may be or is a
problem with one of your vehicle’s functions.
As you will
see
in the details on the next few pages, some
warning lights come on briefly when you start the
engine just to let you know they’re working.
If you are
familiar with this section, you should not be alarmed
when this happens. Gages
can indicate when there may be or
is a problem
with one
of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages
and warning lights work together to let you know when
there’s a problem with your vehicle.
When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on
when you are driving,
or when one of the gages
shows there may be a problem, check the section that
tells you what to do about
it. Please follow this
manual’s advice. Waiting to
do repairs can be
costly
- and even dangerous. So please get to know
your warning lights and gages. They’re
a big help.
Your vehicle may also have a
DIG that works along with
the warning lights and gages. See
Driver lnformation
Center
(DIC) on page 3-57.
The volume of your vehicle’s warning chimes can be
adjusted. For information see
Chime Level Adjustment
on page 3- 10 1.
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Tachometer
The tachometer
shows your engine
speed in revolutions
per minute (rpm).
Notice: Do
not operate the engine with the
tachometer in the shaded warning area, or engine damage may occur.
Safety Belt Reminder Light
When the key is turned to ON or START, a chime will
come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten
their safety belts.
The safety belt light will
also come
on and stay on
for several seconds,
then flash for several more.
If the driver’s belt is already buckled, the light wil! come
on briefly, but the chime will not sound.
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Battery Warning Light
If your vehicle has this
feature, this light will come
on briefly when you
start the vehicle, as a
check to show you
it is working; then it should
go out.
If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you
may have a problem with the electrical charging system.
Have
it checked right away. Eriving while this light is
on could drain your battery and result in a vehicle that
may stall.
If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be
certain to turn
off all your accessories, such as the radio
and climate control system.
Some instrument panel clusters with a voltmeter gage
do not have a battery warning light. They have a CHECK
GAGES warning to indicate a problem.
On vehicles with a DIC, a CHECK CHARGE SYSTEM
message will be displayed and a warning chime will
sound. See
DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-60
for more information.
Voltmeter Gage
You have a voltmeter
unless you have the
supercharged engine.
When the ignition is running, the gage shows the
condition
of the charging system. Readings between the
shaded warning zones indicate the normal operating
range. Readings in the shaded warning zones indicate a
possible problem in the electrical system.
On vehicles with the systems monitor, the CHECK
GAGES light will also come on, and a warning chime
will sound
if there is a problem in the electrical system.
Have your vehicle serviced immediately.
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Anti-Lock Brake System
Warning Light
ANTI-
LOCK
United States Canada
With the anti-lock brake system, the light(s) will come
on when your engine
is starled and x2y stay on
for several seconds. That’s normal.
If the light stays on, turn the ignition to OFF. Or, if the
light comes on when you’re driving, stop as soon
as possible and turn the ignition
off. Then start the
engine again to reset the system.
If the light still stays
on. or comes on again while you’re driving, your vehicle
needs service. If the regular brake system warning
light isn’t on, you still have brakes, but
you don’t have
anti-lock brakes. If the regular brake system warning
light is also on, you don’t have anti-lock brakes
and there’s a problem with your regular brakes.
See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-42.
The anti-lock brake system warning light will come on
briefly when you turn the ignition key to
ON. This is
normal.
If the light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed
so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.
Traction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light
TRAC
OFF
For vehicles equipped with
the traction control system,
this warning light should
come on briefly when
the engine is started.
If the warning light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed
so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem.
If it stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, there
may be a problem with your traction control system and
your vehicle may need service. When this warning
light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust
your driving accordingly.
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