tires PONTIAC G5 2010 Workshop Manual

Tires
To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner.
Notice:Using petroleum-based tire dressing
products on the vehicle may damage the paint nish
and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, always
wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces
on the 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 vehicle
warranty.
Finish Damage
Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish
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/retailer. Larger
areas of finish damage can be corrected in your
dealer’s/retailer’s body and paint shop.
Underbody Maintenance
Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust
control can collect on the underbody. If these are not
removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the
underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan,
and exhaust system even though they have corrosion
protection.
At least every spring, flush these materials from the
underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud
and debris can collect. Dirt packed in close areas of
the frame should be loosened before being flushed.
Your dealer/retailer or an underbody car washing system
can do this.
Chemical Paint Spotting
Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a
chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and
attack painted surfaces on the vehicle. This damage can
take two forms: blotchy, ring-shaped discolorations,
and small, irregular dark spots etched into the
paint surface.
Although no defect in the paint job causes this, we will
repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of
new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within
12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of purchase,
whichever occurs first.
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Rotation of New Tires
To maintain ride, handling, and performance of the
vehicle, it is important that the first rotation service for
new tires be performed when they have 8 000 to
13 000 km (5,000 to 8,000 miles). SeeTire Inspection
and Rotation on page 6-62 .
Scheduled Maintenance
When the Change Oil Soon Message
Displays
Change engine oil and filter. See Engine Oil on
page 6-13. An Emission Control Service.
When the Change Oil Soon message displays, service
is required for the vehicle as soon as possible, within
the next 1 000 km/600 miles. If driving under the
best conditions, the engine oil life system might not
indicate the need for vehicle service for more than a
year. The engine oil and filter must be changed at least
once a year and the oil life system must be reset.
Your dealer/retailer has trained service technicians who
will perform this work and reset the system. If the
engine oil life system is reset accidentally, service the
vehicle within 5 000 km/3,000 miles since the last
service. Reset the oil life system whenever the oil is
changed. See Engine Oil Life System on page 6-16 .When the Change Oil Soon message displays, certain
services, checks, and inspections are required. The
services described for Maintenance
Ishould be
performed at every engine oil change. The services
described for Maintenance IIshould be performed when:
•Maintenance Iwas performed the last time the
engine oil was changed.
•It has been 10 months or more since the Change
Oil Soon message has displayed or since the last
service.
Maintenance I
•Change engine oil and filter. See Engine Oil on
page 6-13. An Emission Control Service.
•Engine coolant level check. See Engine Coolant on
page 6-24.
•Windshield washer fluid level check. See Windshield
Washer Fluid on page 6-28 .
•Tire inflation check. SeeInation - Tire Pressure on
page 6-55.
•Tire wear inspection. See Tire Inspection and
Rotation on page 6-62 .
•Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 6-62.
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Scheduled Maintenance
ServiceMaintenanceIMaintenance II
Change engine oil and filter. Reset oil life system. ••
Engine coolant level check. ••
Windshield washer fluid level check. ••
Tire inflation pressures check. ••
Tire wear inspection. ••
Rotate tires. ••
Fluids visual leak check. ••
Engine air cleaner filter inspection (vehicles driven in dusty conditions only). ••
Brake system inspection. ••
Steering and suspension inspection. •
Engine cooling system inspection. •
Windshield wiper blades inspection. •
Body components lubrication. •
Restraint system components check. •
Passenger compartment air filter replacement. •
Engine air cleaner filter inspection (vehicles not driven in dusty conditions). •
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Services Not Included in Roadside
Assistance
•Impound towing caused by violation of any laws.
•Legal fines.
•Mounting, dismounting or changing of snow tires,
chains, or other traction devices.
•Towing or services for vehicles driven on a
non-public road or highway.
Services Specic to Canadian
Purchased Vehicles
•Fuel delivery:Reimbursement is approximately
$5 Canadian. Diesel fuel delivery may be
restricted. Propane and other fuels are not provided
through this service.
•Lock-Out Service: Vehicle registration is required.
•Trip Routing Service: Detailed maps of North
America are provided when requested either with the
most direct route or the most scenic route. There is a
limit of six requests per year. Additional travel
information is also available. Allow three weeks for
delivery.
•Trip Interruption Benets and Assistance: Must
be over 250 kilometres from where your trip was
started to qualify. General Motors of Canada Limited
requires pre-authorization, original detailed receipts,
and a copy of the repair orders. Once authorization
has been received, the Roadside Assistance advisor
will help you make arrangements and explain how to
receive payment.
•Alternative Service: If assistance cannot be
provided right away, the Roadside Assistance
advisor may give you permission to get local
emergency road service. You will receive payment,
up to $100, after sending the original receipt to
Roadside Assistance. Mechanical failures may be
covered, however any cost for parts and labor for
repairs not covered by the warranty are the owner
responsibility.
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A
Accessories and Modifications............................ 6-3
Accessory Power ............................................ 3-22
Accessory Power Outlets .................................4-13
Additives, Fuel ................................................. 6-6
Add-On Electrical Equipment ...........................6-102
Adjustments Headlamp Range .......................................... 2-7
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine .................................6-18
Air Conditioning .............................................. 4-14
Air Filter, Passenger Compartment ....................4-18
Airbag Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-EquippedVehicle ................................................... 2-70
Airbag System How Does an Airbag Restrain? ......................2-61
Passenger Sensing System ...........................2-64
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ..........2-69
What Makes an Airbag Inflate? ......................2-61
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? ....2-62
When Should an Airbag Inflate? ....................2-60
Where Are the Airbags? ...............................2-58
Airbags Passenger Status Indicator ...........................4-24
Readiness Light .......................................... 4-23
System Check ............................................. 2-55Antenna
Fixed Mast ................................................. 4-84
Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System .....4-84
Antilock Brake System (ABS) ............................. 5-4
Warning Light ............................................. 4-27
Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ..............6-99
Care of Safety Belts .................................... 6-96
Chemical Paint Spotting ..............................6-100
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ....................6-97
Fabric/Carpet .............................................. 6-95
Finish Care ................................................. 6-98
Finish Damage .......................................... 6-100
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces ................................................. 6-96
Interior Cleaning .......................................... 6-94
Leather ...................................................... 6-96
Sheet

Metal Damage .................................. 6-100
Tires ........................................................ 6-100
Underbody Maintenance .............................6-100
Washing Your Vehicle ................................... 6-97
Weatherstrips .............................................. 6-97
Windshield and Wiper Blades ........................6-98
Ashtray ......................................................... 4-14
Assistance Program, Roadside ........................... 8-7
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Audio System................................................. 4-49
Audio Steering Wheel Controls ......................4-82
Radio Reception .......................................... 4-83
Setting the Clock ......................................... 4-50
Theft-Deterrent Feature ................................4-81
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ............4-84
Audio System(s) ............................................. 4-51
Automatic Door Lock ......................................... 3-9
Automatic Transmission Fluid .......................................................... 6-19
Operation ................................................... 3-24
B
Back-Up Lamps - Ambulance Body
Bulb Replacement ....................................... 6-45
Battery .......................................................... 6-33
Electric Power Management ..........................4-12
Run-Down Protection ................................... 4-13
Belt Routing, Engine ....................................... 7-13
Bluetooth
®..................................................... 4-71
Brake Emergencies ................................................ 5-5
Brakes .......................................................... 6-29
Antilock ....................................................... 5-4
Parking ...................................................... 3-29
System Warning Light .................................. 4-26Braking
........................................................... 5-3
Braking in Emergencies ..................................... 5-5
Break-In, New Vehicle ..................................... 3-19
Bulb Replacement ........................................... 6-47
Back-Up Lamps - Ambulance Body ................6-45
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ........6-43
Fog Lamps ................................................. 4-11
Halogen Bulbs ............................................ 6-41
Headlamp Aiming ........................................ 6-38
Headlamps ................................................. 6-41
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps .................................. 6-42
License Plate Lamps .................................... 6-46
Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps ..................6-44
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps ........................................ 6-44
Buying New Tires ........................................... 6-64
C
California
Perchlorate Materials Requirements ................. 6-4
Warning ....................................................... 6-4
California Fuel .................................................. 6-6
Canadian Owners ............................................... iii
Capacities and Specifications ..........................6-109
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Carbon MonoxideEngine Exhaust ........................................... 3-33
Trunk ......................................................... 3-11
Winter Driving ............................................. 5-21
Care of Safety Belts ................................................ 6-96
CD, MP3 ....................................................... 4-63
Center Console Storage ................................... 3-36
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ...........6-43
Chains, Tire ................................................... 6-70
Charging System Light .................................... 4-25
Check Engine Lamp .............................................. 4-30
Checking Things Under the Hood ......................6-10
Chemical Paint Spotting .................................6-100
Child Restraints Infants and Young Children ...........................2-35
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children ..........2-43
Older Children ............................................. 2-32
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position .................................................. 2-49
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position ........................................... 2-52
Systems ..................................................... 2-39
Where to Put the Restraint ...........................2-41
Cigarette Lighter ............................................. 4-14
Circuit Breakers ............................................ 6-103Cleaning
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ..............6-99
Exterior Lamps/Lenses ................................. 6-97
Fabric/Carpet .............................................. 6-95
Finish Care ................................................. 6-98
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces ................................................. 6-96
Interior ....................................................... 6-94
Leather ...................................................... 6-96
Tires ........................................................ 6-100
Underbody Maintenance .............................6-100
Washing Your Vehicle ................................... 6-97
Weatherstrips .............................................. 6-97
Windshield

and Wiper Blades ........................6-98
Climate Control System ................................... 4-14
Outlet Adjustment ........................................ 4-17
Climate Controls ............................................. 1-14
Clock, Setting ................................................. 4-50
Clutch, Hydraulic ............................................. 6-19
Collision Damage Repair .................................. 8-11
Compact Spare Tire ........................................ 6-93
Compressor Kit, Tire Sealant ............................6-72
Content Theft-Deterrent .................................... 3-15
Control of a Vehicle .......................................... 5-3
Convenience Net ............................................ 3-36
Coolant Engine ....................................................... 6-24
Engine Temperature Warning Light .................4-29
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Specifications and Capacities..........................6-109
Speedometer .................................................. 4-21
Split Folding Rear Seat ..................................... 2-9
Start Vehicle, Remote ....................................... 3-6
Starting the Engine ......................................... 3-22
Steering ........................................................ 5-13
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio .........................4-82
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ................................. 4-3
Storage Areas Center Console ........................................... 3-36
Convenience Net ......................................... 3-36
Cupholders ................................................. 3-36
Driver Storage Compartment .........................3-36
Glove Box .................................................. 3-36
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit ......6-79
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow .....................5-23
Sun Visors ..................................................... 3-15
Sunroof ......................................................... 3-37
T
Tachometer.................................................... 4-21
Taillamps Turn Signal Lamps ...................................... 6-44
Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps ....6-44
Text Telephone (TTY) Users ............................... 8-6
Theft-Deterrent Feature .................................... 4-81Theft-Deterrent Systems
................................... 3-15
Content Theft-Deterrent ................................3-15
PASS-Key
®III+ Electronic Immobilizer ............3-17
PASS-Key®III+ Electronic Immobilizer
Operation ................................................ 3-17
Tilt Wheel ........................................................ 4-3
Time, Setting .................................................. 4-50
Tires ............................................................. 6-48
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels, Cleaning ................................................. 6-99
Buying New Tires ........................................ 6-64
Chains ....................................................... 6-70
Changing a Flat Tire .................................... 6-80
Cleaning ................................................... 6-100
Compact Spare ........................................... 6-93
Different Size .............................................. 6-66
If a Tire Goes Flat ....................................... 6-70
Inflation - Tire Pressure ................................6-55
Inspection and Rotation ................................6-62
Installing the Spare Tire ................................6-86
Pressure Light ............................................. 4-29
Pressure Monitor Operation ...........................6-58
Pressure Monitor System ..............................6-56
Removing the Flat Tire ................................. 6-86
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ...............6-81
Sealant and Compressor Kit .................6-72, 6-79
Sidewall Labeling ......................................... 6-49
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Tires (cont.)Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools ............6-90
Terminology and Definitions ...........................6-52
Uniform Tire Quality Grading .........................6-67
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance .................6-68
Wheel Replacement ..................................... 6-68
When It Is Time for New Tires ......................6-64
Towing Recreational Vehicle ..................................... 5-30
Towing a Trailer .................................. 5-33, 5-39
Your Vehicle ............................................... 5-30
Traction Control System (TCS) .................................... 5-8
Traction System Enhanced ................................................... 4-27
Transmission Fluid, Automatic ........................................... 6-19
Transmission Operation, Automatic ....................3-24
Transmission Operation, Manual ........................3-27
Transportation Program, Courtesy ......................8-10
Trunk ............................................................ 3-11
Turn and Lane-Change Signals .......................... 4-4
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ........................... 4-4U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................6-67
Up-Shift Light ................................................. 4-25
V
Vehicle
Control ........................................................ 5-3
Loading ...................................................... 5-24
Parking Your ............................................... 3-32
Remote Start ................................................ 3-6
Running While Parked .................................. 3-34
Symbols ......................................................... iv
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ..................8-16
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............................................ 6-101
Service Parts Identification Label ..................6-101
Vehicle Personalization DIC ........................................................... 4-43
Ventilation Adjustment ...................................... 4-17
Visors ........................................................... 3-15
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W
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators...............4-19
Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages ........................4-38
Hazard Flashers ............................................ 4-3
Safety and Symbols ......................................... iv
Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance ..........................6-68
Different Size .............................................. 6-66
Replacement ............................................... 6-68
When It Is Time for New Tires ..........................6-64
Where to Put the Child Restraint .......................2-41
Windows ....................................................... 3-13
Manual ...................................................... 3-13
Power ........................................................ 3-14Windshield
Washer ........................................................ 4-6
Washer Fluid .............................................. 6-28
Wiper Blade Replacement .............................6-47
Wiper Blades, Cleaning ................................6-98
Wiper Fuses ............................................. 6-102
Wipers ......................................................... 4-5
Winter Driving ................................................ 5-21
Wiper Activated Headlamps ..............................4-10
X
XM Radio Messages....................................... 4-70
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna ..................................................... 4-84
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