Jump Starting | Pontiac G8 guide

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Jump Starting

If your battery has run down, try to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely.

{CAUTION

Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because:

•They contain acid that can burn you.

•They contain gas that can explode or ignite.

•They contain enough electricity to burn you.

If you do not follow these steps exactly, some or all of these things can hurt you.

Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that would not

be covered by your warranty.

Trying to start your vehicle

by pushing or pulling it will not work, and it could damage your vehicle.

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Pontiac G8 manual Jump Starting

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Maintenance Seats and RestraintsWindows Controls Using this Manual Canadian OwnersPropriétaires Canadiens Vehicle Symbols Index Iv Preface Safety Belts Front SeatsRear Seats Airbag System Power Seats Lumbar Seat AdjustmentFront Seats Manual Seats Reclining Seatbacks Head Restraints Safety Belts Rear SeatsHeated Seats Rear Seat Operation Why Safety Belts Work Seats and Restraints How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Questions and Answers About Safety Belts What is wrong with this? Belt is buckled in the wrong buckle Belt is over an armrest Belt is behind the body Belt is twisted across the body Lap-Shoulder Belt Safety Belt Pretensioners Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Comfort guide to the safety belt Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety Belt Extender Safety Belt Check Care of Safety BeltsReplacing Safety Belt System Parts After Crash Airbag System Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? Driver Side shown, Passenger Side similar When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? Seats and Restraints What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? How Does an Airbag Restrain?What Will You See After an Airbag Inﬂates? Seats and Restraints Passenger Sensing System United States Canada Seats and Restraints Seats and Restraints Seats and Restraints Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbag System Check Child Restraints Replacing Airbag System Parts After a CrashOlder Children What is the proper way to wear safety belts? Infants and Young Children Seats and Restraints What are the different types of add-on child restraints? Child Restraint Systems Rear-Facing Infant SeatForward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats Where to Put Restraint Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the VehicleSecuring the Child Within the Child Restraint Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children Latch Lower AnchorsTop Tether Anchor Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Rear Seat Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Latch System Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position Seats and Restraints Replacing Latch System Parts After a Crash Securing Child Restraints Rear Seat Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints Right Front Seat Seats and Restraints Seats and Restraints Keys Doors and LocksTheft-Deterrent Systems Windows Keys Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation RKE with Remote Start ShownRemote Trunk Release Press and hold to open the trunk Battery Replacement Remote Vehicle Start If the vehicle has this feature, pressPersonal Identity Keys Matching Transmitters to Your Vehicle Starting the Engine Using Remote Start Remote Vehicle Start Extending Engine Run Time Shutting the Engine Off After a Remote StartConditions in Which Remote Start Will Not Work Doors and Locks Door LocksManual Door Locks Power Door Locks Rear Door Security Locks Trunk Remote Trunk ReleaseEmergency Trunk Release Handle Theft-Deterrent Systems Immobilizer Immobilizer Operation Content Theft-Deterrent Arming the SystemDisarming the System How to Detect a Tamper Condition Windows Power Windows Rear Power WindowsSun Visors Express-Down Window Mirrors Manual Rearview MirrorCompass Outside Power Mirrors Compass Variance Sunroof Outside Convex MirrorObstruction Detection Storage StorageGlove Box Center Console Storage Storage Instrument Panel Overview Driver Information Center DICOnStar System Instrument Panel Overview Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Hazard Warning FlashersHorn Tilt Wheel Cruise Control Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control Reducing Speed While Using Cruise ControlPassing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Resuming a Set Speed Turn and Lane-Change Signals Using Cruise Control on HillsHeadlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Ending Cruise Control Intermittent For a delayed Windshield WipersWindshield Washer Accessory Power Outlets Instruments and Controls Instrument Panel Cluster Safety Belt Reminders Safety Belt Reminder LightPassenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Speedometer Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Voltmeter Gage Charging System Light Brake System Warning Light Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light Malfunction Indicator Lamp Tire Pressure LightTpms Light Check Engine Light Instruments and Controls Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Daytime Running Lamps DRL Indicator Light Security LightFog Lamp Light Highbeam On Light Oil Pressure Gage Fuel Gage Driver Information Center DIC DIC Operation DisplaysDIC Buttons Trip/Fuel Menu Items Speedometer Tire PressureCustomize Options Odometer/Trip Odometer Range Avg AverageSpeed/Avg Average FuelOverSpeed Programming the OverSpeed Presets Adjusting the Setting During an OverSpeed WarningManual OverSpeed ABS Fault Airbag FaultDIC Warnings Messages Active Select On Alarm Activated Battery Saver Mode OnAlternator $ Brake Engine Temp Temperature Hot Contact DealerCruise On, Cruise Off Cruise Active, and Cruise Inactive Low Fuel Replace Battery Remote Key Safety Mode Active and Power ReducedOverSpeed $ Park Brake Service Charging System Service Engine OilService Vehicle Soon Sport Shift Tire Pressure System Fault Using the Customization MenuDIC Vehicle Customization Check XX Tire Pressure Reset settings ExitSecurity Auto unlock Lighting Trip Computer Language Remote Key programming OnStar Services Available Services with Safe & Sound PlanOnStar System OnStar Hands-Free Calling OnStar Virtual AdvisorOnStar Steering Wheel Controls How OnStar Service Works Your Responsibility Lighting LightingExterior Lamps Controls Daytime Running Lamps DRL Automatic Headlamp System Fog Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Battery Run-Down Protection Dome LampsPerimeter Lighting Reading Lamps Audio Systems Audio Systems Setting the Clock Radio with Single CD PlayerRadio with Six-Disc CD Player Radios Radio with Single CD Player Playing the Radio Radio with Six-Disc CD Player Finding a Station Setting Preset Stations Setting the Tone Bass/Treble Adjusting the Speakers Balance/Fade Infotainment Using the CD Player Radio MessageSecurity Lockout Active Loading CDs Ejecting CDs Playing CDs Random Track Random Disc Playing an MP3 Disc Care of CDsCare of the CD Player Using the Auxiliary Input Jack CD Messages Infotainment Additional Features Infotainment Turn the volume knob until AUD Setup audio setup highlights Infotainment Using an MP3 Personal Identity Memories Radio with Six-Disc CD PlayerIndependent Tone Memories MP3 CD-R / CD-RW Disc Root Directory Empty Directory or FolderNo Folder Order of Play Preprogrammed Playlists Playing an MP3 Hold for more than two seconds to go to the previous folder Theft-Deterrent Feature Audio Steering Wheel ControlsQRScroll Wheel Control Radio Reception Fixed Mast AntennaFM Stereo Temperature Control Climate ControlsClimate Controls Climate Control System Air Delivery Mode Control Air Conditioning Recirculation Rear Window DefoggerPassenger Compartment Air Filter Automatic Climate Control System Automatic Operation Manual Operation Air Conditioning EXT Temp Sensors Outlet Adjustment Remote Start Climate Control OperationOperation Tips Starting and Operating Your Vehicle Driving Your VehicleFuel Then your vehicle needs service Starting Operating Your VehicleNew Vehicle Break-In Ignition Positions Retained Accessory Power RAP Starting the Engine Engine Coolant Heater To Use The Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transmission Operation Out of Park on Sport Shift Mode Performance Mode Lift Foot ModeDriver Shift Control DSC Powertrain Braking Parking Brake Shifting Into Park Automatic Transmission Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running Shifting Out of Park Parking Over Things That BurnTorque Lock Engine Exhaust Running the Vehicle While Parked Driving Your Vehicle Defensive DrivingDrunk Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Antilock Brake System ABS Using ABS Electronic Stability ProgramBraking in Emergencies Driving and Operating ESP Operation Power Steering SteeringSteering Tips Off-Road Recovery Steering in Emergencies Passing Loss of ControlSkidding Driving at Night Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads HydroplaningOther Rainy Weather Tips Before Leaving on a Long Trip Highway HypnosisHill and Mountain Roads Winter Driving Driving on Snow or Ice If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out Loading the Vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label Steps for Determining Correct Load LimitLabel Example Example Certiﬁcation Label Fuel Do not leave a seat folded down unless you need to Gasoline Octane Gasoline SpeciﬁcationsCalifornia Fuel Additives Fuels in Foreign Countries See Exterior Cleaning on Filling the Tank Filling a Portable Fuel Container Service Bulb ReplacementOwner Checks Headlamp Aiming Service Tire ChangingJump Starting Towing Accessories Modiﬁcations California Proposition 65 WarningCalifornia Perchlorate Materials Requirements Doing Your Own Service Work Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle Owner Checks Hood Release Engine Compartment Overview V6 Engine V8 Engine When to Add Engine Oil Engine OilChecking Engine Oil What Kind of Engine Oil to Use When to Change Engine Oil How to Reset the Engine Oil Life SystemEngine Oil Life System Engine Oil Additives Engine Air Cleaner/Filter When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/FilterWhat to Do with Used Oil How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on Automatic Transmission Fluid Engine Coolant What to Use Radiator Pressure Cap Checking CoolantAdding Coolant Engine Overheating If Steam Is Coming From Your EngineIf No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Cooling System V8 Engine How to Add Coolant to the Cooling System Vehicle Service and Care Power Steering Fluid Power Steering Fluid LevelHow to Check Power Steering Fluid Adding Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer FluidAdding Washer Fluid Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Brakes Brake FluidWhat to Add Brake Adjustment Brake WearBrake Pedal Travel Battery Replacing Brake System PartsVehicle Storage Headlamp Aiming Driver Side Passenger Side Similar Bulb Replacement Halogen BulbsHeadlamps and Parking Lamps Vehicle Service and Care Taillamps Replacement Bulbs Electrical SystemAdd-On Electrical Equipment Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Headlamp Wiring Power Windows and Other Power OptionsWindshield Wiper Fuses Instrument Panel Fuse Block Instrument Panel Fuse Block Fuse Puller Shown Fuses Usage Engine Compartment Fuse Block Fuses UsageCircuit Usage Relays Usage Engine Compartment Fuse Block Fuse Puller Shown Fuses Usage FL9 Reverse Lockout Rear Compartment Fuse Block Tires Tire Sidewall Labeling Passenger P-Metric Tire Example Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies Compact Spare Tire Example Tire Size Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions Vehicle on Radial Ply Tire a pneumatic tire in which the ply cords Inﬂation Tire Pressure Occupant and Cargo Weight When to CheckHow to Check Recommended Cold Tire Inﬂation High-Speed Operation Tire Pressure Monitor System Vehicle Service and Care Tire Pressure Monitor Operation Tpms Malfunction Light and Message Tpms Sensor Matching Process Tire Inspection and Rotation Vehicle Service and Care When It Is Time for New Tires Buying New Tires Vehicle Service and Care Different Size Tires and Wheels Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature a Uniform Tire Quality GradingTreadwear Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance Traction AA, A, B, C Wheel Replacement Used Replacement Wheels Tire Changing Tire ChainsIf a Tire Goes Flat Tire Sealant Compressor Kit Tire Sealant Compressor Kit V8 Engine Tire Sealant Vehicle Service and Care See Roadside Assistance Program on Vehicle Service and Care Wipe off any sealant from the wheel, tire or vehicle Vehicle Service and Care Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister Changing a Flat Tire V6 Engine Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Spare Tire Removing the Flat Tire Installing Spare Tire Tools Put the compact spare tire near you Vehicle Service and Care Vehicle Service and Care Vehicle Service and Care Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools Compact Spare Tire Jump Starting Vehicle Service and Care Vehicle Service and Care Vehicle Service and Care Towing Towing Your VehicleShift Lock Manual Release Recreational Vehicle Towing Towing a Trailer If You Do Decide To Pull a Trailer If you do, here are some important points Weight of the Trailer Weight of the Trailer Tongue Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Safety ChainsTrailer Wiring Harness Hitches Driving with a Trailer Towing with the Electronic Stability Program ESPFollowing Distance Passing Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer Driving On GradesParking on Hills Interior Cleaning When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a HillMaintenance When Trailer Towing Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing Vehicle Service and Care Fabric/Carpet Leather Exterior Cleaning Cleaning Exterior Lamps/LensesInstrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces Finish Care Washing Your Vehicle Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Weatherstrips Wheels and Trim Aluminum or Chrome Windshield and Wiper Blades Tires Underbody Maintenance Sheet Metal DamageFinish Damage Chemical Paint Spotting Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description Usage 100 Vehicle Service and Care Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label Vehicle IdentiﬁcationVehicle Identiﬁcation Capacities Speciﬁcations Capacities and Speciﬁcations Application Capacities English Engine Speciﬁcations Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap Technical Data Service Maintenance Service and MaintenanceIntroduction Maintenance Requirements Using the Maintenance ScheduleYour Vehicle and the Environment Proper replacement parts, ﬂuids, and lubricants to use Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance Additional Required Services Additional Required Services Maintenance Footnotes Additional Required Services cont’dInspect engine accessory drive belt 120 160 200 Service and Maintenance Owner Checks Services At Each Fuel FillAt Least Once a Month Starter Switch Check At Least Once a YearAutomatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check Ignition Transmission Lock Check Underbody Flushing Service Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Numbers ACDelco Part Numbers Engine Drive Belt Routing V6 Engine V8 Engine Maintenance Record Maintenance Record Maintenance Record cont’d Service and Maintenance Service and Maintenance Customer Information That is why we suggest you follow Step One ﬁrst Online Owner Center United States onlyOnline Owner Center allows you to Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users Customer Assistance OfficesMy GM Canada Canada only United States Customer Assistance GM Mobility Reimbursement Program Canada Customer AssistanceOverseas Customer Assistance Services Provided Roadside Assistance ProgramWho is Covered? Trip Interruption Beneﬁts and Assistance Canada only Scheduling Service Appointments Towing and Road Service ExclusionsCalling For Assistance Shuttle Service Courtesy TransportationTransportation Options Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement Collision Damage Repair Additional Program InformationCollision Parts Courtesy Rental Vehicle Repair Facility Insuring Your Vehicle If a Crash Occurs Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States GovernmentReporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors Service Publications Ordering Information Service BulletinsOwner Information Current and Past Model Order Forms Vehicle Data Recording Privacy Event Data Recorders OnStar Navigation SystemRadio Frequency Identiﬁcation Rfid Customer Information Index CD, MP3 EDR Hazard Warning Flashers Owner Checks Services 11-9 Recommended Fluids Lubricants MP3 Reception General Motors Security Light Service Accessories 12-16 Index