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Pontiac G8 manual Instrument Panel Overview

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Maintenance Seats and RestraintsWindows Controls Canadian Owners Using this ManualPropriétaires 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 Care of Safety Belts Safety Belt CheckReplacing 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 How Does an Airbag Restrain? What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate?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 Replacing Airbag System Parts After a Crash Child RestraintsOlder 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 Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle Where to Put RestraintSecuring the Child Within the Child Restraint Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LatchTop 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 RKE with Remote Start Shown Remote Keyless Entry RKE System OperationRemote 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 Shutting the Engine Off After a Remote Start Extending Engine Run TimeConditions in Which Remote Start Will Not Work Door Locks Doors and LocksManual Door Locks Power Door Locks Rear Door Security Locks Remote Trunk Release TrunkEmergency Trunk Release Handle Theft-Deterrent Systems Immobilizer Immobilizer Operation Arming the System Content Theft-DeterrentDisarming the System How to Detect a Tamper Condition Windows Power Windows Rear Power WindowsSun Visors Express-Down Window Manual Rearview Mirror MirrorsCompass Outside Power Mirrors Compass Variance Outside Convex Mirror SunroofObstruction Detection Storage StorageGlove Box Center Console Storage Storage Driver Information Center DIC Instrument Panel OverviewOnStar 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 Windshield Wipers Intermittent For a delayedWindshield 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 Avg AverageSpeed/Avg Average Fuel RangeOverSpeed Adjusting the Setting During an OverSpeed Warning Programming the OverSpeed PresetsManual 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 Available Services with Safe & Sound Plan OnStar ServicesOnStar System OnStar Virtual Advisor OnStar Hands-Free CallingOnStar 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 Radio with Single CD Player Setting the ClockRadio 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 Care of CDs Playing an MP3 DiscCare 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 Audio Steering Wheel Controls Theft-Deterrent FeatureQRScroll Wheel Control Fixed Mast Antenna Radio ReceptionFM Stereo Temperature Control Climate ControlsClimate Controls Climate Control System Air Delivery Mode Control Air Conditioning Rear Window Defogger RecirculationPassenger Compartment Air Filter Automatic Climate Control System Automatic Operation Manual Operation Air Conditioning EXT Temp Sensors Remote Start Climate Control Operation Outlet AdjustmentOperation Tips Driving Your Vehicle Starting and Operating 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 Performance Mode Lift Foot Mode Sport Shift ModeDriver Shift Control DSC Powertrain Braking Parking Brake Shifting Into Park Automatic Transmission Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running Parking Over Things That Burn Shifting Out of ParkTorque Lock Engine Exhaust Running the Vehicle While Parked Defensive Driving Driving Your VehicleDrunk Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Antilock Brake System ABS Electronic Stability Program Using ABSBraking in Emergencies Driving and Operating ESP Operation Steering Power SteeringSteering Tips Off-Road Recovery Steering in Emergencies Loss of Control PassingSkidding Driving at Night Hydroplaning Driving in Rain and on Wet RoadsOther Rainy Weather Tips Highway Hypnosis Before Leaving on a Long TripHill 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 Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit Tire and Loading Information LabelLabel Example Example Certiﬁcation Label Fuel Do not leave a seat folded down unless you need to Gasoline Speciﬁcations Gasoline OctaneCalifornia 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 California Proposition 65 Warning Accessories ModiﬁcationsCalifornia 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 Engine Oil When to Add 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 When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 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 Checking Coolant Radiator Pressure CapAdding Coolant If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Engine OverheatingIf 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 Level Power Steering FluidHow to Check Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Adding Power Steering FluidAdding Washer Fluid Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Brake Fluid BrakesWhat to Add Brake Wear Brake AdjustmentBrake Pedal Travel Replacing Brake System Parts BatteryVehicle Storage Headlamp Aiming Driver Side Passenger Side Similar Halogen Bulbs Bulb ReplacementHeadlamps 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 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature aTreadwear Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance Traction AA, A, B, C Wheel Replacement Used Replacement Wheels Tire Chains Tire ChangingIf 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 Your Vehicle TowingShift 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 Driving On Grades Turn Signals When Towing a TrailerParking 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 and Maintenance Service MaintenanceIntroduction Using the Maintenance Schedule Maintenance RequirementsYour 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 At Each Fuel Fill Owner Checks ServicesAt 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 United States only Online Owner CenterOnline Owner Center allows you to Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users Customer Assistance OfficesMy GM Canada Canada only United States Customer Assistance Canada Customer Assistance GM Mobility Reimbursement ProgramOverseas Customer Assistance Roadside Assistance Program Services ProvidedWho is Covered? Trip Interruption Beneﬁts and Assistance Canada only Towing and Road Service Exclusions Scheduling Service AppointmentsCalling 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 Navigation System OnStarRadio 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