tires PONTIAC G5 2007 Service Manual

Notice:If your vehicle has a tire size other than
P205/55R16 or P205/50R17, use tire chains only
where legal and only when you must. Use only
SAE Class S-type chains that are the proper
size for your tires. Install them on the front tires
and tighten them as tightly as possible with the
ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow
the chain manufacturer’s instructions. If you
can hear the chains contacting your vehicle,
stop and retighten them. If the contact
continues, slow down until it stops. Driving
too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on
will damage your vehicle.
If a Tire Goes Flat
It is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are
driving, especially if you maintain your vehicle’s
tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is much
more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever
have a blowout, here are a few tips about what to
expect and what to do:
If a front tire fails, the at tire will create a drag that
pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off
the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel
rmly. Steer to maintain lane position, and then
gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane.A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much
like a skid and may require the same correction you
would use in a skid. In any rear blowout remove
your foot from the accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle
under control by steering the way you want the
vehicle to go. It may be very bumpy and noisy, but
you can still steer. Gently brake to a stop, well off
the road if possible.
{CAUTION:
Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to
do maintenance or repairs is dangerous
without the appropriate safety equipment
and training. The jack provided with your
vehicle is designed only for changing a at
tire. If it is used for anything else, you or
others could be badly injured or killed if the
vehicle slips off the jack. Use the jack
provided with your vehicle only for
changing a at tire.
If a tire goes at, the next part shows how to use the
jacking equipment to change a at tire safely.
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7. Place the smaller jack hold-down nut (base
models only) in a safe place for use when
you put the compact spare tire back into
the trunk.
8. Remove the plastic sleeve from the stow bolt
extension rod. Secure the jack and road
wheel using the larger plastic retainer.
The compact spare tire is for temporary use only.
Replace the compact spare with a full-size tire
as soon as possible.
Compact Spare Tire
Although the compact spare tire was fully inated
when the vehicle was new, it can lose air after
a time. Check the ination pressure regularly.
It should be 60 psi (420 kPa).
After installing the compact spare on the vehicle,
stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare
tire is correctly inated. The compact spare is made
to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph (105 km/h)
for distances up to 3,000 miles (5 000 km), so you
can nish your trip and have the full-size tire
repaired or replaced at your convenience.Of course, it is best to replace the spare with a
full-size tire as soon as possible. The spare tire
will last longer and be in good shape in case it is
needed again.
Notice:When the compact spare is installed,
do not take your vehicle through an automatic
car wash with guide rails. The compact spare
can get caught on the rails. That can damage
the tire and wheel, and maybe other parts of
your vehicle.
Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles.
And do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel with
other wheels or tires. They will not t. Keep the
spare tire and its wheel together.
Notice:Tire chains will not t your compact
spare. Using them can damage your vehicle
and can damage the chains too. Do not use
tire chains on your compact spare.
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Notice:If you drive your vehicle through an
automatic car wash that has silicone carbide
tire cleaning brushes, you could damage the
aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. The repairs
would not be covered by your warranty. Never
drive a vehicle equipped with aluminum or
chrome-plated wheels through an automatic car
wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning
brushes.
Do not take your vehicle through an automatic car
wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning
brushes. These brushes can also damage the
surface of these wheels.
Tires
To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire
cleaner.
Notice:Using petroleum-based tire dressing
products on your vehicle may damage the
paint nish and/or tires. When applying a
tire dressing, always wipe off any overspray
from all painted surfaces on your vehicle.
Sheet Metal Damage
If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal
repair or replacement, make sure the body repair
shop applies anti-corrosion material to parts
repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection.
Original manufacturer replacement parts will
provide the corrosion protection while maintaining
the warranty.
Finish Damage
Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in
the nish should be repaired right away. Bare
metal will corrode quickly and may develop into
major repair expense.
Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with
touch-up materials available from your dealer.
Larger areas of nish damage can be corrected
in your dealer’s body and paint shop.
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Scheduled Maintenance
Service MaintenanceIMaintenanceII
Change engine oil and lter. SeeEngine Oil on page 279. Reset oil life system.
SeeEngine Oil Life System on page 282.An Emission Control Service.••
Visually check for any leaks or damage.See footnote (j).••
Inspect engine air cleaner lter. If necessary, replace lter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 284.See footnote (k).•
Rotate tires and check ination pressures and wear. SeeTire Inspection and
Rotation on page 328and “Tire Wear Inspection” inAt Least Once a Month
on page 381.••
Inspect brake system.See footnote (a).••
Check engine coolant and windshield washer uid levels and add uid as
needed.••
Perform any needed additional services. See “Additional Required Services”
in this section.••
Inspect suspension and steering components.See footnote (b).•
Inspect engine cooling system.See footnote (c).•
Inspect wiper blades.See footnote (d).•
Inspect restraint system components.See footnote (e).•
Lubricate body components.See footnote (f).•
Replace passenger compartment air lter.See footnote (l).•
Inspect throttle system.See footnote (g).•
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At Each Fuel Fill
It is important to perform these underhood checks
at each fuel ll.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper
oil if necessary. SeeEngine Oil on page 279for
further details.
Notice:It is important to check your oil
regularly and keep it at the proper level.
Failure to keep your engine oil at the proper
level can cause damage to your engine
not covered by your warranty.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add
DEX-COOL®coolant mixture if necessary. See
Engine Coolant on page 287for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer uid level in
the windshield washer uid reservoir and add the
proper uid if necessary.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Visually inspect your vehicle’s tires and make
sure they are inated to the correct pressures.
Do not forget to check the spare tire. See
Ination - Tire Pressure on page 327. Check to
make sure the spare tire is stored securely.
SeeChanging a Flat Tire on page 338.
Tire Wear Inspection
Tire rotation may be required for high mileage
highway drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System
service notication. Check the tires for wear
and, if necessary, rotate the tires. SeeTire
Inspection and Rotation on page 328.
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A
Accessories and Modications..................... 268
Accessory Power Outlet(s).......................... 150
Additives, Fuel............................................ 272
Add-On Electrical Equipment....................... 362
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine............................. 284
Air Conditioning........................................... 152
Airbag
Passenger Status Indicator....................... 162
Readiness Light....................................... 161
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic
Module (SDM).......................................... 403
Airbag System............................................... 64
Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle......................... 79
How Does an Airbag Restrain?.................. 71
Passenger Sensing System....................... 73
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..... 78
What Makes an Airbag Inate?.................. 71
What Will You See After an
Airbag Inates?...................................... 72Airbag System (cont.)
When Should an Airbag Inate?................. 69
Where Are the Airbags?............................. 67
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).................... 223
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light....... 166
Appearance Care
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels........ 358
Care of Safety Belts................................ 356
Chemical Paint Spotting........................... 360
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses.............. 357
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle.......... 353
Fabric/Carpet........................................... 354
Finish Care.............................................. 357
Finish Damage......................................... 359
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and
Other Plastic Surfaces.......................... 355
Sheet Metal Damage............................... 359
Tires........................................................ 359
Underbody Maintenance........................... 360
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials.......... 360
Washing Your Vehicle .............................. 356
Weatherstrips........................................... 356
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 358
Ashtray(s).................................................... 151
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Audio System(s).......................................... 185
Audio Steering Wheel Controls................. 214
Care of Your CD Player........................... 216
Care of Your CDs.................................... 216
Fixed Mast Antenna................................. 216
Radio with CD................................189, 194
Setting the Time..............................186, 187
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................ 214
Understanding Radio Reception............... 215
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...... 216
Automatic Door Lock..................................... 96
Automatic Transaxle
Fluid........................................................ 286
Operation................................................. 113
B
Battery........................................................ 303
Electric Power Management..................... 149
Run-Down Protection............................... 150
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.................... 240Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................. 223
Emergencies............................................ 225
Parking.................................................... 118
System Warning Light.............................. 165
Brakes........................................................ 298
Braking....................................................... 222
Braking in Emergencies............................... 225
Break-In, New Vehicle................................. 106
Bulb Replacement....................................... 312
Back-Up Lamps....................................... 317
Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL)............................... 315
Halogen Bulbs......................................... 312
Headlamp Aiming..................................... 309
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal,
Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps........... 313
License Plate Lamps................................ 318
Replacement Bulbs.................................. 318
Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps............. 316
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and
Back-up Lamps..................................... 316
Buying New Tires........................................ 330
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C
California Fuel............................................. 271
California Proposition 65 Warning................ 269
Capacities and Specications...................... 369
Carbon Monoxide....... 98,123, 243, 256, 257
Care of
Safety Belts............................................. 356
Your CD Player........................................ 216
Your CDs ................................................. 216
CD, MP3 ..................................................... 205
Center Console Storage Area...................... 131
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL).... 315
Chains, Tire................................................. 336
Charging System Light................................ 164
Check
Engine Light............................................ 168
Checking Things Under the Hood................ 276
Chemical Paint Spotting.............................. 360
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems............................. 45
Infants and Young Children........................ 42
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children..... 51
Older Children........................................... 39
Securing a Child Restraint in a
Rear Seat Position................................. 57Child Restraints (cont.)
Securing a Child Restraint in the
Right Front Seat Position........................ 60
Where to Put the Restraint........................ 49
Cigarette Lighter.......................................... 151
Cleaning
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels........ 358
Exterior Lamps/Lenses............................. 357
Fabric/Carpet........................................... 354
Finish Care.............................................. 357
Inside of Your Vehicle .............................. 353
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and
Other Plastic Surfaces.......................... 355
Tires........................................................ 359
Underbody Maintenance........................... 360
Washing Your Vehicle .............................. 356
Weatherstrips........................................... 356
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 358
Climate Control System............................... 152
Air Filter, Passenger Compartment........... 155
Outlet Adjustment..................................... 155
Clutch, Hydraulic......................................... 286
Collision Damage Repair............................. 404
Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt................. 35
Compact Spare Tire.................................... 352
Content Theft-Deterrent............................... 102
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Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle......... 78
Setting the Time.................................186, 187
Sheet Metal Damage................................... 359
Shifting Into Park (P)................................... 119
Shifting Out of Park (P)............................... 121
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster........................ 30
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.................. 140
Spare Tire
Compact.................................................. 352
Installing.................................................. 344
Removing................................................ 339
Storing..................................................... 349
Specications, Capacities............................ 369
Speedometer............................................... 159
Starting Your Engine................................... 110
Steering...................................................... 227
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio................... 214
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel.......................... 139
Storage Areas
Center Console Storage Area................... 131
Convenience Net..................................... 131
Cupholder(s)............................................ 131
Driver’s Storage Compartment................. 131
Glove Box................................................ 131
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow............... 248
Sun Visors.................................................. 102
Snroof......................................................... 132T
Tachometer................................................. 159
Taillamps
Turn Signal Lamps................................... 316
Turn Signal, Stoplamps and
Back-up Lamps..................................... 316
Theft-Deterrent, Radio................................. 214
Theft-Deterrent Systems .............................. 102
Content Theft-Deterrent............................ 102
PASS-Key
®III+........................................ 104
PASS-Key®III+ Operation........................ 104
Tilt Wheel.................................................... 139
Tires........................................................... 320
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels,
Cleaning............................................... 358
Buying New Tires..................................... 330
Chains..................................................... 336
Changing a Flat Tire................................ 338
Cleaning.................................................. 359
Compact Spare Tire................................. 352
Different Size........................................... 332
If a Tire Goes Flat................................... 337
Ination - Tire Pressure............................ 327
Inspection and Rotation............................ 328
Installing the Spare Tire........................... 344
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Tires (cont.)
Removing the Flat Tire............................. 344
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools......... 339
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools..... 349
Tire Sidewall Labeling.............................. 321
Tire Terminology and Denitions............... 324
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.................... 333
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance........... 334
Wheel Replacement................................. 335
When It Is Time for New Tires................. 330
Towing
Recreational Vehicle................................. 254
Towing a Trailer..............................256, 257
Your Vehicle............................................. 254
Traction
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)............. 226
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)
Warning Light....................................... 166Transaxle
Fluid, Automatic....................................... 286
Fluid, Manual........................................... 286
Transaxle Operation, Automatic................... 113
Transaxle Operation, Manual....................... 116
Transmission
Up-Shift Light........................................... 164
Trunk............................................................ 98
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................... 140
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................... 139
U
Understanding Radio Reception................... 215
Uniform Tire Quality Grading....................... 333
Up-Shift Light.............................................. 164
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