engine PONTIAC VIBE 2006 Owners Manual

Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes at, avoid further tire and wheel damage
by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your
hazard warning ashers.
{CAUTION:
Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle
can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you
or other people. You and they could be badly
injured or even killed. Find a level place to
change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle
from moving:
1. Set the parking brake rmly.
2. Put an automatic transaxle shift lever in
PARK (P), or shift a manual transaxle to
FIRST (1) or REVERSE (R).
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CAUTION: (Continued)
3. Turn off the engine and do not restart
while the vehicle is raised.
4. Do not allow passengers to remain in
the vehicle.
To be even more certain the vehicle will not
move, you should put blocks at the front and
rear of the tire farthest away from the one
being changed. That would be the tire on the
other side, at the opposite end of the vehicle.
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Vehicle Identication
Vehicle Identication Number (VIN)
This is the legal identier for your vehicle. It appears on
a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on
the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the
windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also
appears on the Vehicle Certication and Service Parts
labels and the certicates of title and registration.
Engine Identication
The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code. This
code will help you identify your vehicle’s engine,
specications, and replacement parts.
Service Parts Identication Label
You will nd this label on the inside of the glove box. It
is very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On
this label, you will nd the following:
VIN
Model designation
Paint information
Production options and special equipment
Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle.
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Instrument Panel Fuse Block
The fuse block is located underneath the instrument
panel on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
Fuses Usage
TAILFront Parking Lamps, Taillamps,
License Plate Lamps, Instrument
Panel Lights, Engine Control System
OBD On-Board Diagnostic System
Empty Not Used
P/W Power Windows
WIPER Windshield Wipers
AM2Charging System, Air Bag System,
Starter System, Engine Control
STOPStop Lamps, CHMSL, Engine
Control System, Anti-lock Brakes,
Cruise Control
DOOR Power Door Locks, Liftglass Lock
AM1Cigarette Lighter, Gauge, ECU-IG,
Wiper, Rear Wiper, Washer Fuses
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Fuses Usage
Empty Not Used
ECU-IGCruise Control, Anti-lock Brakes,
Theft Deterrent System, Automatic
Transaxle Control System, Electric
Cooling Fan
RR WIPERRear Window Wiper, Rear
Window Defogger
A/C Air Conditioning
INV Power Outlets
P/POINT Power Outlets
ECU-B Daytime Running Lamps
CIGCigarette Lighter, Power Rearview
Mirrors, Power Outlets, Audio
System, Automatic Transaxle
Control SystemFuses Usage
GAUGEGauges and Meters, Back-Up
Lamps, Charging System, Power
Door Locks, Power Windows,
Sunroof, Air Conditioning,
Cruise Control
WASHER Windshield Washers
M-HTR/DEF
1–UPEngine Control System
HTR Air Conditioning System
DEFRear Window Defogger,
M-HTR/DEF 1–UP Fuse
POWER Power Windows, Electric Moon Roof
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Engine Compartment Fuse Block
This engine compartment fuse block is located in the
engine compartment on the driver’s side of the
vehicle near the air cleaner. SeeEngine Compartment
Overview on page 5-12for more information on
location.
Fuses Usage
Empty Not Used
SPARE Spare Fuse
SPARE Spare Fuse
SPARE Spare Fuse
ETCS Electronic Throttle Control System
Fuses Usage
ABS NO. 2Anti-lock Brake System (Without
Stability Control System)
RDI FAN Electric Cooling Fan
ABS NO. 1Anti-lock Brake System (With
Stability Control System)
FOG Front Fog Lamps
EFI2Multiport Fuel Injection
System/Sequential Multiport
Fuel Injection System, Emission
Control System
EFI3Multiport Fuel Injection
System/Sequential Multiport
Fuel Injection System, Emission
Control System
HEAD MAINRight Headlamp, Left
Headlamp Fuses
ALT-S Charging System
EFI Electronic Fuel Injection System
HAZARDTurn Signal Lamps,
Emergency Flasher
HORN Horn
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Capacities and Specications
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions.
ApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Air Conditioning Refrigerant 1.47 lbs 0.67 kg
Automatic Transaxle
1.8L (Code 8) 3.2 qt 3.0 L
1.8L (Code 8) with AWD 3.1 qt 2.9 L
Cooling System
1.8L (Code 8) 6.9 qt 6.5 L
1.8L (Code L) 7.1 qt 6.7 L
Engine Oil with Filter
1.8L (Code 8) 4.4 qt 4.2 L
1.8L (Code L) 4.7 qt 4.4 L
Fuel Tank
With AWD 11.9 gal 45.0 L
Without AWD 13.2 gal 50.0 L
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ApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Manual Transaxle
Five-Speed 2.0 qt 1.9 L
Six-Speed 2.4 qt 2.3 L
Rear Differential 0.5 qt 0.5 L
Transfer Case 0.8 qt 0.75 L
Wheel Nut Torque 76 lb ft 103Y
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ll to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. SeePart D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-19.
Engine Specications
Engine VIN Code Transaxle Spark Plug Gap
1.8L L4 8 Automatic and Manual 0.043 inches (1.1 mm)
1.8L L4 H.O. L Automatic and Manual 0.043 inches (1.1 mm)
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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identied below by name, part number, or specication can be obtained from your GM dealer.
Part GM Part Numbers Other Part Numbers
Battery 19001602 35–6YR
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 88969107 —
Engine Oil Filter
1.8L (Code 8) 88971573 —
1.8L (Code L) 88969580 —
Passenger Compartment Air Filter 88970273 —
PCV Valve
1.8L (Code 8) Base Model 94859406 —
1.8L (Code 8) AWD Model 94859404 —
1.8L (Code L) 88969512 —
Spark Plugs*
1.8L (Code 8) 94859448 SK16R11†, IFR5A11††
1.8L (Code L) 88969637 SK20R11†, IFR6A11††
*Your engine is tted with iridium-tipped spark plugs. Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs for better engine
performance.
† DENSO
†† NGK
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Maintenance Schedule......................................6-2
Introduction...................................................6-2
Maintenance Requirements..............................6-2
Your Vehicle and the Environment....................6-2
How This Section is Organized.........................6-3
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services...........6-4
Using the Maintenance Schedule......................6-4
Scheduled Maintenance...................................6-5
Part B: Owner Checks and Services................6-13
At Each Fuel Fill..........................................6-13
At Least Once a Month.................................6-13
At Least Twice a Year...................................6-14At Least Once a Year...................................6-14
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections.........6-17
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection............................6-17
Exhaust System Inspection............................6-17
Fuel System Inspection..................................6-18
Engine Cooling System Inspection...................6-18
Throttle System Inspection.............................6-18
Brake System Inspection................................6-18
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants. . . .6-19
Part E: Maintenance Record...........................6-21
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule
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Maintenance Schedule
Introduction
Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and
change as recommended.
Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan
supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your
Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer
for details.
Maintenance Requirements
Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections and
recommended uids and lubricants as prescribed in this
manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good
working condition. Any damage caused by failure
to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered
by warranty.
Your Vehicle and the Environment
Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your
vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the
environment. Improper vehicle maintenance can even
affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper
uid levels or the wrong tire ination can increase the
level of emissions from your vehicle. To help protect
our environment, and to keep your vehicle in good
condition, be sure to maintain your vehicle properly.
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