fuel PONTIAC VIBE 2010 Service Manual

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 9-9 .
Notice: It is important to check
the engine oil regularly and keep it
at the proper level. Failure to keep
the engine oil at the proper level
can cause damage to the engine
not covered by the vehicle
warranty.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and
add DEX-COOL
®coolant mixture
if necessary. See Engine Coolant
on page 9-19.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level
Check
Check the windshield washer fluid
level in the windshield washer fluid
reservoir and add the proper fluid if
necessary. See Washer Fluid on
page 9-24. Hood Latch Operation Check
Pull the primary hood latch
release handle inside the vehicle.
The secondary latch should keep
the hood from opening all the way
when the primary latch is released.
Make sure the hood closes firmly.
See
Hood on page 9-5.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Inspect the tires and make sure
the tires are inflated to the correct
pressures. Do not forget to check the
spare tire. See Tires on page 9-43.
At Least Twice a Year
Wiper Blade Check
Inspect wiper blades for wear,
cracking, or contamination. Clean
the windshield and wiper blades,
if contaminated. Replace wiper
blades that are worn or damaged.
SeeWiper Blade Replacement on
page 9-30 andExterior Care on
page 9-75 for more information. Weatherstrip Lubrication
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will
make them last longer, seal better,
and not stick or squeak. Apply
silicone grease with a clean cloth.
During very cold, damp weather
more frequent application may be
required. See
Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants on page 10-15 .
Fluid Level Check
Check the power steering pump, rear
axle, transfer case, and automatic
or manual transmission fluid levels
and add as needed. See Automatic
Transmission Fluid on page 9-12
or Manual Transmission Fluid on
page 9-14. Check for leaks. A fluid
loss in these systems could indicate
a problem. Have the system
inspected and repaired at once.
Service and Maintenance 10-11

Proper procedures to perform these
services can be found in a service
manual. SeeService Publications
Ordering Information on page 12-12 .
•Inspect the front and rear
suspension and steering system
for damaged, loose, or missing
parts or signs of wear. Inspect
power steering cables for proper
hook-up, binding, cracks, chafing,
etc. Clean and then inspect the
drive axle boot seals for damage,
tears, or leakage. Replace seals if
necessary.
•Inspect the complete exhaust
system. Inspect the body near
the exhaust system. Look for
broken, damaged, missing, or
out-of-position parts as well as
open seams, holes, loose
connections, or other conditions
which could cause a heat build-up
in the floor pan or could let
exhaust fumes into the vehicle.
SeeEngine Exhaust on
page 8-23.
•Inspect the complete fuel system
for damage or leaks.
•Inspect the cooling system
hoses and have them replaced
if they are cracked, swollen or
deteriorated. Inspect all pipes,
fittings and clamps; replace as
needed. Clean the outside of
the radiator and air conditioning
condenser. To help ensure proper
operation, a pressure test of the
cooling system and pressure cap
is recommended at least once
a year.
•Inspect the throttle system for
interference or binding, and for
damaged or missing parts.
Replace parts as needed.
Replace any components that
have high effort or excessive
wear. Do not lubricate accelerator
and cruise control cables.
•Inspect the complete brake
system. Inspect brake lines
and hoses for proper hook-up,
binding, leaks, cracks, chafing,
etc. Inspect disc brake pads for
wear and rotors for surface
condition. Inspect other brake
parts, including calipers, parking
brake, etc. You may need to have
your brakes inspected more often
if your driving habits or conditions
result in frequent braking.
10-14 Service and Maintenance

Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specications
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer toRecommended
Fluids and Lubricants on page 10-15 for more information.
Application Capacities
English Metric
Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge
amount, see the refrigerant caution label located
under the hood. See your dealer/retailer for more information.
Cooling System 1.8L L4 Engine 5.8 qt5.5 L
2.4L L4 Engine 6.0 qt5.7 L
Engine Oil with Filter 1.8L L4 Engine 4.4 qt4.2 L
2.4L L4 Engine 4.5 qt4.3 L
Fuel Tank 13.2 gal50 L
11-2 Technical Data

General Motors of Canada
also has a Mobility Program.
Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483)
for details. TTY users call
1-800-263-3830.
Roadside Assistance
Program
For U.S. purchased vehicles, call
1-800-ROADSIDE (762-3743); (Text
telephone (TTY): 1-888-889-2438).
For Canadian purchased vehicles,
call 1-800-268-6800 .
Service is available 24 hours a day,
365 days a year.
Calling for Assistance
When calling Roadside Assistance,
have the following information ready:
•Your name, home address, and
home telephone number
•Telephone number of your
location
•Location of the vehicle
•Model, year, color, and license
plate number of the vehicle
•Odometer reading, Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN), and
delivery date of the vehicle
•Description of the problem
Coverage
Services are provided up to
5 years/100,000 miles (160 000 km),
whichever comes first.
In the U.S., anyone driving the
vehicle is covered. In Canada, a
person driving the vehicle without
permission from the owner is
not covered.
Roadside Assistance is not a part of
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Pontiac and General Motors of
Canada Limited reserve the right to
make any changes or discontinue
the Roadside Assistance program at
any time without notification.
Pontiac and General Motors of
Canada Limited reserve the right to
limit services or payment to an owner
or driver if they decide the claims are
made too often, or the same type of
claim is made many times.
Services Provided •
Emergency Fuel Delivery:
Delivery of enough fuel for
the vehicle to get to the nearest
service station.
•Lock-Out Service: Service is
provided to unlock the vehicle if
you are locked out. A remote
unlock may be available if you
have OnStar
®. For security
reasons, the driver must present
identification before this service is
given.
•Emergency Tow From a Public
Road or Highway: Tow to the
nearest Pontiac dealer for
warranty service, or if the vehicle
was in a crash and cannot be
driven. Assistance is also given
when the vehicle is stuck in sand,
mud, or snow.
12-6 Customer Information

•Flat Tire Change:Service is
provided to change a flat tire
with the spare tire. The spare tire,
if equipped, must be in good
condition and properly inflated.
It is the owner’s responsibility for
the repair or replacement of the
tire if it is not covered by the
warranty.
•Battery Jump Start: Service is
provided to jump start a dead
battery.
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 order. 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.
Customer Information 12-7

Public Transportation or Fuel
Reimbursement
If your vehicle requires overnight
warranty repairs, and public
transportation is used instead of
the dealer’s shuttle service, the
expense must be supported by
original receipts and can only be up
to the maximum amount allowed by
GM for shuttle service. In addition,
for U.S. customers, should you
arrange transportation through
a friend or relative, limited
reimbursement for reasonable
fuel expenses may be available.
Claim amounts should reflect actual
costs and be supported by original
receipts. See your dealer for
information regarding the allowance
amounts for reimbursement of fuel
or other transportation costs.Courtesy Rental Vehicle
Your dealer may arrange to provide
you with a courtesy rental vehicle or
reimburse you for a rental vehicle
that you obtain if your vehicle is kept
for an overnight warranty repair.
Rental reimbursement will be limited
and must be supported by original
receipts. This requires that you sign
and complete a rental agreement
and meet state/provincial, local,
and rental vehicle provider
requirements. Requirements vary
and may include minimum age
requirements, insurance coverage,
credit card, etc. You are responsible
for fuel usage charges and may also
be responsible for taxes, levies,
usage fees, excessive mileage, or
rental usage beyond the completion
of the repair.
It may not be possible to provide a
like-vehicle as a courtesy rental.Additional Program
Information
All program options, such as shuttle
service, may not be available at
every dealer. Please contact your
dealer for specific information
about availability. All Courtesy
Transportation arrangements will
be administered by appropriate
dealer personnel.
General Motors reserves the right
to unilaterally modify, change or
discontinue Courtesy Transportation
at any time and to resolve all
questions of claim eligibility pursuant
to the terms and conditions
described herein at its sole
discretion.
Customer Information 12-9

Reporting Safety Defects
to General Motors
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or
Transport Canada) in a situation like
this, please notify General Motors.
Call 1-800-762-2737, or write:
Pontiac Customer Assistance Center
P.O. Box 33172
Detroit, MI 48232-5172
In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777
(English) or 1-800-263-7854
(French), or write:
General Motors of Canada Limited
Customer Communication Centre,
CA1-163-005
1908 Colonel Sam Drive
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
Vehicle Data
Recording and
Privacy
Your GM vehicle has a number
of sophisticated computers that
record information about the
vehicle’s performance and how
it is driven. For example, your
vehicle uses computer modules
to monitor and control engine and
transmission performance, to monitor
the conditions for airbag deployment
and deploy airbags in a crash and,
if so equipped, to provide antilock
braking to help the driver control the
vehicle. These modules may store
data to help your dealer/retailer
technician service your vehicle.
Some modules may also store data
about how you operate the vehicle,
such as rate of fuel consumption or
average speed. These modules may
also retain the owner’s personal
preferences, such as radio pre-sets,
seat positions, and temperature
settings.
Event Data Recorders
This vehicle has an Event Data
Recorder (EDR). The main purpose
of an EDR is to record, in certain
crash or near crash-like situations,
such as an airbag deployment or
hitting a road obstacle, data that
will assist in understanding how a
vehicle’s systems performed. The
EDR is designed to record data
related to vehicle dynamics and
safety systems for a short period of
time, typically 30 seconds or less.
The EDR in this vehicle is designed
to record such data as:
•How various systems in your
vehicle were operating
•Whether or not the driver and
passenger safety belts were
buckled/fastened
•How far, if at all, the driver was
pressing the accelerator and/or
brake pedal
•How fast the vehicle was traveling
12-14 Customer Information

B
Battery............................... 9-28
Jump Starting ................... 9-69
Power Protection ................ 5-5
Blade Replacement, Wiper ....9-30
Brakes ............................... 9-26
Antilock ........................... 8-32
Fluid ............................... 9-27
Parking ........................... 8-33
Braking ................................ 8-4
Break-In, New Vehicle ..........8-16
Bulb Replacement ................9-37
Fog Lamps ........................ 5-4
Halogen Bulbs ..................9-33
Headlamp Aiming ..............9-32
Headlamps ...................... 9-33
Headlamps and Parking Lamps ......................... 9-33
License Plate Lamps .........9-36
Taillamps ......................... 9-35
Buying New Tires .................9-56
C
California
Fuel Requirements ............8-39
Perchlorate Materials Requirements ................. 9-3
Warning ............................ 9-2
Canadian Vehicle Owners .......... ii
Capacities and Specifications ................... 11-2
Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust ................8-23
Liftgate ............................. 1-6
Winter Driving .................... 8-9
Cargo Cover ............................... 3-2
Management System .......... 3-4
Tie Downs ......................... 3-4
Cautions, Danger, and Warnings ............................. iii
CD Player ............................ 6-9
Center Console Storage ......... 3-2
Chains, Tire ........................ 9-61
Charging System Light ..........4-14
Check Engine Lamp .............4-14Child Restraints
Infants and YoungChildren ....................... 2-38
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children .................. 2-45
Older Children ..................2-37
Securing .................. 2-51, 2-53
Systems .......................... 2-41
Where to Put the Restraint ...................... 2-43
Cigarette Lighter .................... 4-8
Circuit Breakers ...................9-38
Climate Control Systems ......... 7-1
Cluster, IP ............................ 4-9
Clutch, Hydraulic ..................9-15
Collision Damage Repair .....12-10
Compact Spare Tire .............9-68
Control of a Vehicle ............... 8-3
Coolant Engine ............................ 9-19
Engine Temperature Gage . . . 4-11
Cooling System ...................9-19
Courtesy Transportation Program .......................... 12-8
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CoversCargo ............................... 3-2
Cruise Control ..................... 8-36
Light ............................... 4-21
Cupholders ........................... 3-1
Customer Assistance ............12-4
Offices ............................ 12-3
Text Telephone (TTY) Users .......................... 12-4
Customer Information Service PublicationsOrdering Information .....12-12
Customer Satisfaction Procedure ........................ 12-1
D
Damage Repair, Collision ....12-10
Danger, Warnings, and Cautions .............................. iii
Data Recorders Event ............................ 12-14
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ..................... 5-2 Defensive Driving
................... 8-2
Devices, Auxiliary .................6-14
Dome Lamps ........................ 5-4
Door Ajar Light ........................ 4-21
Locks ............................... 1-5
Power Locks ...................... 1-6
Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive ........8-31, 9-29
Driving Better Fuel Economy .......... 8-2
Characteristics and Towing Tips .................. 8-44
Defensive .......................... 8-2
Drunk ............................... 8-3
Highway Hypnosis .............. 8-8
Hill and Mountain Roads ..... 8-8
If the Vehicle is Stuck .......8-11
Loss of Control .................. 8-6
Off-Road Recovery ............. 8-6
Vehicle Load Limits ...........8-12
Winter .............................. 8-9
E
Electrical Equipment
Add-On Equipment ............8-50
Electrical System Engine Compartment FuseBlock ........................... 9-38
Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...................... 9-38
Instrument Panel Fuse Block ........................... 9-41
Overload ......................... 9-37
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...............9-16
Check and Service Engine Soon Lamp .................. 4-14
Compartment Overview ....... 9-6
Coolant ........................... 9-19
Coolant Temperature Gage .........4-11
Cooling System ................9-19
Drive Belt Routing .............11-4
Exhaust ........................... 8-23
Oil ................................... 9-9
Overheating ..................... 9-23
INDEX i-3

Engine (cont.)Pressure Light ..................4-19
Running While Parked .......8-24
Starting ........................... 8-18
Entry Lighting ........................ 5-5
Equipment, Towing ...............8-49
Event Data Recorders .........12-14
Extender, Safety Belt ............2-21
Exterior Care ....................... 9-75
Exterior Lamp Controls ........... 5-1
F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner ............9-16
Flashers, Hazard Warning ....... 5-3
Flash-to-Pass ........................ 5-2
Flat Tire .............................. 9-62
Flat Tire, Changing ...............9-63
Floor Mats .......................... 9-83
Fluid Automatic Transmission .....9-12
Brakes ............................ 9-27
Power Steering .................9-24
Washer ........................... 9-24
Fog Lamps Bulb Replacement .............. 5-4
Light ............................... 4-20Folding Mirrors
....................1-10
Folding Seatback ................... 2-6
Front Seat Position Seats Adjustment ........................ 2-3
Front Seats Adjustment ........................ 2-4
Front Storage ........................ 3-2
Fuel ................................... 8-38
Additives ......................... 8-40
Economy Driving ................ 8-2
Filling a Portable Fuel Container ..................... 8-43
Filling the Tank .................8-41
Fuels in Foreign Countries ..................... 8-40
Gage .............................. 4-10
Gasoline Specifications ......8-39
Low Fuel Warning Light .....4-20
Recommended .................8-39
Requirements, California ....8-39
Fuses Engine Compartment FuseBlock ........................... 9-38
Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...................... 9-38
Instrument Panel Fuse Block ........................... 9-41
G
Gages
Engine CoolantTemperature .................4-11
Fuel ................................ 4-10
Odometer ........................ 4-10
Speedometer ................... 4-10
Tachometer ...................... 4-10
Trip Odometer ..................4-10
Warning Lights and Indicators ....................... 4-8
Gasoline Specifications ................... 8-39
General Information Service and Maintenance . . . 10-1
Towing ............................ 8-43
Vehicle Care ...................... 9-2
Glove Box ............................ 3-1
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program .......................... 12-5
i-4 INDEX