PONTIAC BONNEVILLE 2004 Owners Manual

Trunk-Mounted CD Changer
With the optional CD changer, you can play up to
12 CDs continuously. Normal size CDs may be played
using the trays supplied in the magazine.
The small CDs (8 cm) can be played only with specially
designed trays.
Notice:Placing heavy objects, which may shift or
slide while driving, in the trunk could damage
the CD changer. If your vehicle has the optional CD
changer, do not put heavy objects in the trunk.You must rst load the magazine with CDs before you
can play a CD. Each of the 12 trays holds one CD. Slide
the button on the top of the magazine and pull gently
on one of the trays. Load the trays from top to bottom,
placing a CD on the tray label side up. If you load a
CD label side down, the CD will not play and an error
will occur. Gently push the tray back into the magazine
slot until it locks into place. Repeat this procedure
for loading up to 12 CDs in the magazine.
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Once you have loaded the CDs in the magazine, slide
open the door of the CD changer. Push the magazine
into the changer in the direction of the arrow marked on
top of the magazine.Close the door by sliding it all the way to the right.
When the door is closed, the changer will begin
checking for CDs in the magazine. This will continue for
up to one and a half minutes depending on the
number of CDs loaded.
To eject the magazine from the player, slide the CD
changer door all the way open. The magazine will
automatically eject. Remember to keep the door closed
whenever possible to keep dirt and dust from getting
inside the changer.
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Whenever a CD magazine with CDs is loaded in the
changer and the door is closed, the CD symbol
will appear on the radio display. If the CD changer is
checking the magazine for CDs, the CD symbol will ash
on the display until the changer is ready to play. If CD
changer mode is entered during initialization, LOADING
will appear on the display. When a CD begins playing,
a CD and track number will appear on the radio display.
The CD numbers are listed on the front of the
magazine.
All of the CD functions are controlled by the radio
pushbuttons except for ejecting the magazine.
Playing a CD
If an error appears on the display, see “CD Messages”
later in this section.
The following radio buttons are used for the
trunk-mounted CD changer.
[1 (Forward):Press and hold this pushbutton to
quickly advance within a track. As the CD advances, the
elapsed time of the track will appear on the display.
]2 (Next):Press this pushbutton to select the next
CD in the magazine. Each time you press this
pushbutton, the CD number on the radio display will go
to that of the next available CD.RDM 3 (Random):Press this pushbutton to listen to
the tracks on all of the CDs in random, rather than
sequential, order. RANDOM ALL will appear on
the display.
Press and hold this pushbutton to listen to the tracks on
the current CD in random, rather than sequential,
order. RANDOM ONE will appear on the display and a
chime will sound. Press this button again to turn off
random play.
4
r(Reverse):Press and hold this pushbutton to
quickly reverse within a track. As the CD reverses, the
elapsed time of the track will appear on the display.
5 (Previous):Press this pushbutton to select the
previous CD in the magazine. Each time you press this
pushbutton, the CD number on the radio display will
go to that of the previous available CD.
RCL (Recall):Push this knob to see how long the
current track has been playing. To change what
is normally shown on the display (track or elapsed
time), push this knob until you see the display you want
and then hold the knob until the display ashes.
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QSEEKR:Press the down arrow while playing a
CD to go back to the start of the current track if
more than eight seconds have played. Press the up
arrow to go to the next track on the CD. If you
hold either arrow or press it more than once, the player
will continue moving backward or forward through
the CD.
QSCANR:Press and hold either arrow for more
than two seconds until TRACK SCAN appears on
the display and you hear a beep. You will hear the rst
few seconds of each track on the current CD. The
scan symbol will appear on the display and T will blink
to indicate track scan mode. Press either arrow
again, to stop scanning.
To scan all loaded CDs, press and hold either SCAN
arrow for more than four seconds until CD SCAN
appears on the display and you hear a double beep.
You will hear the rst few seconds of the rst track each
CD. The scan symbol will appear on the display
and D will blink to indicate CD scan mode. Press either
SCAN arrow again, to stop scanning.
AM FM:Press this button to listen to the radio when a
CD is playing. The inactive CD(s) will remain safely
inside the radio for future listening.CD AUX or CD TAPE:Press this button to play a CD,
if you have a CD loaded in the changer, when
listening to the radio. You can also press this button to
switch between playing a cassette tape or CD, in
the CD player, if these sources are loaded.
CD Messages
NO CDS:An empty magazine is inserted in the CD
changer. Try the magazine again with a CD loaded on
one of the trays.
CHECK CD:If this message appears, it could be for
one of the following reasons:
It is very hot. When the temperature returns to
normal, the CD should play.
You are driving on a very rough road. When the
road becomes smooth, the CD should play.
The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, or upside down.
The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and
try again.
There may have been a problem while burning
the CD.
The label may be caught in the CD player.
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CD DOOR OPEN:The CD changer door is open.
Completely close the door to restore normal operation.
If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other
reason, try a known good CD.
If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be
corrected, contact your dealer. If your radio displays an
error message, write it down and provide it to your
dealer when reporting the problem.
Theft-Deterrent Feature
THEFTLOCK®is designed to discourage theft of your
radio. The feature works automatically by learning
a portion of the Vehicle Identication Number (VIN).
If the radio is moved to a different vehicle, it will
not operate and LOCKED will appear on the display.
With THEFTLOCK activated, your radio will not operate
if stolen.
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain
radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel.PRESET:Press this button to play the stations you
have programmed on the radio preset pushbuttons. The
radio will go to a preset station, play for a few seconds,
then go to the next station. Press this button again
to stop scanning the preset stations.
If a cassette tape is playing, press this button to change
tape sides.
If a CD is playing in the CD changer, press this button
to select the next loaded CD.
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BAND:Press this button to select FM1, FM2, or AM, or
XM1 or XM2 (48 contiguous US states, if equipped).
The selected band will appear on the display.
Press this button to listen to the radio when a cassette
tape or CD is playing. The inactive tape or CD will
remain safely inside the radio for future listening.
QSEEKR:Press the up or the down arrow to go to
the next or to the previous radio station and stay
there.
If a cassette tape is playing, press the up or the down
arrow to search for the next or 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 CD 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 you hold either arrow or press it more than
once, the CD will continue moving backward or forward
through the CD.
QVOLR(Volume):Press the up or the down arrow
to increase or to decrease volume.
PLAY:Press this button to play a cassette tape or CD
when listening to the radio. The cassette tape or CD
symbol will appear on the display when a tape or CD is
loaded.
MUTE:Press this button to silence the system. Press it
again, or any other radio button, to turn on the sound.
Radio Reception
AM
The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM,
especially at night. The longer range, however, can
cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick
up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try
reducing the treble to reduce this noise.
FM Stereo
FM stereo will give you the best sound, but FM signals
will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km).
Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals,
causing the sound to come and go.
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XM™ Satellite Radio Service
(48 Contiguous US States)
XM™ Satellite Radio gives you digital radio reception
from coast to coast. Just as with FM, tall buildings
or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals, causing
the sound to come and go. Your radio may display
NO SIGNAL to indicate interference.
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause
reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes, or a damaged
mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their
cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight, and
extreme heat. If they are not, they may not operate
properly or may cause failure of the tape player.
Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every
50 hours of use. Your radio may display CLEAN PLAYER
to indicate that you have used your tape player for
50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer. If this
message appears on the display, your cassette tape
player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you
should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to
your tapes and player. If you notice a reduction in sound
quality, try a known good cassette to see if the tape or the
tape player is at fault. If this other cassette has no
improvement in sound quality, clean the tape player.For best results, use a scrubbing action, non-abrasive
cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape
head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn. The
recommended cleaning cassette is available through
your dealer.
You may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-type
cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to
clean the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette will
not eject on its own. A non-scrubbing action cleaner
may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type
cleaner. The use of a non-scrubbing action, dry-type
cleaning cassette is not recommended.
After you clean the player, press and hold the eject
button for ve seconds to reset the CLEAN PLAYER
indicator. The radio will display CLEANED to show the
indicator was reset.
Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality
may degrade over time. Always make sure the cassette
tape is in good condition before you have your tape
player serviced.
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Care of Your CDs
Handle CDs carefully. Store them in their original cases
or other protective cases and away from direct
sunlight and dust. If the surface of a CD is soiled,
dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent
solution and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge.
Be sure never to touch the side without writing when
handling CDs. Pick up CDs by grasping the outer edges
or the edge of the hole and the outer edge.
Care of Your CD Player
The use of CD lens cleaners for CD players is not
advised, due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the
CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism.
Diversity Antenna System
Your AM-FM antennas are located in the windshield and
rear window. Be sure that the inside surfaces of the
windshield and rear window are not scratched and that
the lines on the glass are not damaged. If the inside
surfaces are damaged, they could interfere with
radio reception.
Notice:Do not apply aftermarket glass tinting with
metallic lm. The metallic lm in some tinting
materials will interfere with or distort the incoming
radio reception. Any damage caused to your
backglass antenna due to metallic tinting materials
will not be covered by your warranty.
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Notice:Using a razor blade or sharp object to clear
the inside rear window may damage the rear
window antenna and/or the rear window defogger.
Repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do
not clear the inside rear window with sharp
objects.
If, when you turn on your rear window defogger, you
hear static on your radio station, it could mean that
a defogger grid line has been damaged. If this is true,
the grid line must be repaired.
If you choose to add an aftermarket cellular telephone
to your vehicle, and the antenna needs to be attached to
the glass, be sure that you do not damage the grid
lines for the AM-FM antennas or place the cellular
telephone antenna over the grid lines.XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna
System
Your XM™ Satellite Radio antenna is located on the
roof of your vehicle. Keep this antenna clear of
snow and ice build up for clear radio reception.
Chime Level Adjustment
The volume level of the vehicle’s chimes can be
controlled by the radio. To change the volume level,
press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the
radio power off. The chime volume level will change
from the normal level to loud, and LOUD will appear on
the display. To change back to the default or normal
setting, press and hold pushbutton 6 again. The chime
level will change from the loud level to normal, and
NORMAL will appear on the display.
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