2008 Pontiac G6 Get to Know Guide

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REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM AUDIO SYSTEM FEATURES Climate Control Airflow Modes .15 Remote Keyless Entry ...... 2 Audio System ...... 7 Automatic Climate Control . . . . .16 Remote Vehicle Start System . . .2 Audio Steering Wheel Controls . .8 Window Defogging ...... 16 RKE Transmitter Battery Multiple-Disc CD Player ...... 9 Exterior Lamps ...... 16 Replacement ...... 4 XM® Satellite Radio ...... 9 Sunroof ...... 17 COMFORT FEATURES INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES Window Indexing ...... 17 Adjusting the Power Seat ...... 4 Instrument Panel ...... 10 60/40 Split Rear Seat ...... 18 Adjusting Lumbar Support and Instrument Panel Cluster ...... 11 Convertible Top ...... 18 Seatback Position ...... 5 Driver Information Center ...... 12 MAINTENANCE FEATURES Easy Entry Seat ...... 5 CONVENIENCE FEATURES Resetting the Oil Life System . .18 Heated Seat Controls ...... 5 Automatic Door Locks ...... 14 Securing the Fuel Cap ...... 19 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster . . .6 Automatic Transaxle with Vehicle Symbols Glossary . . . . .19 Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel .6 Manual Shift Mode ...... 14 OWNER INFORMATION Adjustable Accelerator Speed-Sensitive Wipers ...... 14 Roadside Assistance ...... 20 and Brake Pedals ...... 6 Cruise Control ...... 15 My GMLink ...... 20 Power Mirrors ...... 6

Congratulations on your purchase of a Pontiac G6. Please read this information about your vehicle’s features and your Owner Manual to ensure an outstanding ownership experience. Note that your vehicle may not include all the features described in this booklet. Keep this booklet with your Owner Manual for easy reference. G6 2008 A 4/30/07 11:23 AM Page 2

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM

The trunk may also be opened using the Remote Keyless Entry Trunk Release button located on the driver-side door. (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and hold this button for approximately one second to locate your vehicle. The horn will sound three times and the headlamps and parking lamps will flash three times. To sound the panic alarm, press and hold the button for three seconds. The horn will sound and the headlamps and The features of the Remote Keyless parking lamps will flash for two min- Entry (RKE) transmitter include: utes. Press the button again to cancel (Remote Start): If your vehicle has the panic alarm. this feature, it can be used to start the engine. (See Remote Vehicle Start See Section 2 of your Owner Manual. System.) (Lock): Press this button to lock all Remote Vehicle Start System the doors. The interior lamps will turn (if equipped) off after a short delay once all doors are This feature allows you to start the closed. If enabled through the Driver engine from outside the vehicle by using Information Center (DIC), the parking the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter. lamps will flash once and/or the horn (Normal transmitter range is within will chirp to indicate locking has approximately 200 feet of the vehicle.) occurred. The remote start capability must be (Unlock): Press this button to unlock turned on using the Driver Information the driver’s door. If the button is pressed Center in order for the Remote Vehicle again within five seconds, all remaining Start System to function. (See Driver doors will unlock. The interior lamps Information Center.) will illuminate and remain on for 10 You can also set the vehicle’s climate seconds or until the ignition is turned control system to heat or cool the vehi- on. If enabled through the DIC, the park- cle interior before getting in. ing lamps will flash twice and the horn will chirp twice to indicate unlocking has occurred. (Trunk Release): The trunk will unlatch when this button on the transmitter is pressed and held for approximately one second. You can open the trunk with the transmitter when the vehicle is stationary.

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During a remote start, the engine will After a remote start, the key must be run for about 10 minutes before turning inserted in the ignition and turned to Entry System

itself off, but can be extended 10 min- the Run ( ) position before driving. Remote Keyless utes by performing another remote start sequence at any time. After two Note: If the Check Engine light is illuminated consecutive remote starts, no additional on the instrument panel cluster, the Remote remote starts are allowed until the Vehicle Start System cannot be used. See vehicle has been started with the your dealer for the proper repairs. Comfort ignition key. Turning Off the Engine after Features The remote start system will not oper- a Remote Start ate if the hood is open or if the key is in If you wish to turn off the engine the ignition. instead of driving after a remote start, perform one of the following functions: • Press and hold the (Remote

Start) button until the parking lamps Features

turn off. Audio System • Press and release the Hazard Warning Flashers button inside the vehicle. Press the button again to turn off the flashers. • Turn the key in the ignition switch

to the Run ( ) position and then to Instrument Starting the Vehicle the Off ( ) position. Panel Features To remote start the vehicle: • The engine will automatically stop 1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle. when time expires. 2. Press and release the (Lock) Note: Instructions for Remote Start are pro- button on the transmitter. vided on a tag that can be attached to your

vehicle’s key chain. Features 3. Immediately press and hold the Convenience (Remote Start) button for about two seconds. When the vehicle starts, See Section 2 of your Owner Manual. the parking lamps will light and stay on while the engine is running. 4. Repeat these steps for a 10-minute

time extension. Features Maintenance Owner Information

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REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM COMFORT FEATURES

RKE Transmitter Battery Adjusting the Power Seat Replacement The power seat can be adjusted up or Under normal use, the battery in your down using the power height adjuster Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter located on the outboard side of the should last about two years. You can driver’s seat. The seat can be manually tell the battery is weak if the transmit- adjusted forward or rearward. ter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to Move the Seat Forward or your vehicle before the transmitter Rearward works, it’s probably time to change the • Lift and hold the bar under the front battery. Your Driver Information Center of the seat to manually slide the will also advise you when the battery is seat. becoming weak. Raise or Lower the Entire Seat Replace the Battery • Press and hold the height adjuster To replace the RKE battery: control up or down. 1. Use a flat, thin object to separate the bottom half from the top half of the transmitter. 2. Remove the battery and replace it with a new one. Make sure the positive side of the battery faces up. 3. Put the two halves back together. Make sure they are tightly secured. Note: When replacing the battery, use one Raise or Lower the Front or Rear of three-volt CR2032 or equivalent battery. Use the Seat Cushion (if equipped) care not to touch any of the transmitter cir- cuitry. Static from your body transferred to The 6-way power seat also features these surfaces may damage the transmitter. seat cushion adjustment. • Press and hold the front or rear of the control up or down. See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.

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COMFORT FEATURES

To use the easy entry seat, pull back on Adjusting Lumbar Support the top of the recliner lever and slide Entry System

and Seatback Position the seat forward. After the passenger Remote Keyless Adjust the lumbar support using the enters the rear seat area, move the manual lumbar handle (A) located on seat rearward until it locks in place and the outboard side of the driver’s seat- adjust the seat to a comfortable posi- back. Ratchet the handle down to tion. Make sure both the seat and seat- increase support and up to decrease back are locked. Comfort support. You may need to ratchet the Features handle several times for the desired See Section 1 of your Owner Manual. amount of support. Heated Seat Controls (if equipped) The heated front seat controls are located on the outboard corner of the driver and front passenger seats. The seats Features

have a high and low heat setting. Audio System

A B

Adjust the seatback position by pulling up the recliner handle (B) and adjusting

the seatback forward or rearward. Instrument Release the handle to secure the seat- Panel Features back in place. High Setting See Section 1 of your Owner Manual. • Press the top of the switch ( ) once to turn on the heated seat. It will heat to the high setting (indicator

Easy Entry Seat (if equipped) light number 2). Features Convenience Coupe and convertible models feature Low Setting an easy entry front passenger seat that makes it easier to get in and out of the • Press the top of the switch ( ) twice rear seat. to turn on the seat to the low setting (indicator light number 1). Off

• Press the bottom of the switch ( ) Features to turn the heated seat off. Maintenance

See Section 1 of your Owner Manual. Owner Information

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COMFORT FEATURES

Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Adjustable Accelerator and (sedan only) Brake Pedals (if equipped) The shoulder belt can be adjusted to the height that is right for you. Push the Release button up or down to move the height adjuster. Once in a comfortable position, try to move the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place.

See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.

Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel The accelerator and brake pedals can be adjusted to a comfortable and safe operating position using the controls located on the left side of the instrument panel. The vehicle must be in Park in order to adjust the pedals. Press the left arrow3to move the pedals away from you and the right arrow4to move the pedals toward you.

Adjusting the Steering Wheel See Section 2 of your Owner Manual. To adjust the position of the steering wheel: Power Mirrors 1. Push down the lever located on the left side of the steering column. The power outside rearview mirrors can 2. Move the wheel up to a centered be adjusted using position or higher to telescope it in the controls located or out. on the driver’s door. 3. Tilt the wheel up or down to a com- Use the bottom fortable position. switch to select the 4. Pull the lever all the way up to lock driver-side or pas- the wheel in place. senger-side mirror; and then use the control pad to adjust the selected mirror See Section 3 of your Owner Manual. up, down or side to side. The mirror will move only when the control pad is in the 12, 3, 6 or 9 o’clock position. Move the selector switch to the center position when not adjusting either mirror.

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AUDIO SYSTEM FEATURES

(Seek/Scan): Press the up or Audio System down arrow to go to the next or previ- Entry System

ous radio station or, when a CD is play- Remote Keyless ing, to the next or previous track. To enter the scan mode, press and hold the up or down arrow for two seconds (a beep will sound). Radio stations will be scanned while in the radio mode and Comfort CD tracks while in the CD mode. Press Features and hold the up or down arrow for four seconds to scan radio station presets. Right Controls While most of the features on your radio will look familiar, following are DISP (Display): Press the center of some that may be new. this knob to toggle the radio display

between station frequency and outside Features

Display temperature. It will also display song Audio System The radio display will show the time title and artist information, if available and the radio frequency or outside in the broadcast. temperature. The Driver Information ADJ (Adjust): Turn the outside ring of Center messages also will be displayed this knob to tune radio stations and to while in use. adjust selected audio functions.

Left Controls TONE: Press this button to display the Instrument (Power): Press the center of this bass, midrange and treble levels. Turn Panel Features knob to turn the power on or off. the ADJ knob to adjust each level. (Volume): Turn the outside ring of BAL/FADE (Balance/Fade): Press this this knob to adjust the volume. button to display the balance between BAND: the right and left speakers and the fade Press this button to switch to between the front and rear speakers. FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 and XM2 (if Features Turn the ADJ knob to adjust the sound Convenience equipped). from the speakers. SRCE (Source): Press this button to AUTO TONE (Automatic change to the CD mode. Press again Equalization): Press this button to and the system will automatically select customized equalization settings. search for a portable audio player connected to the auxiliary input jack. Press the BAND button to return to the radio Features mode. Maintenance AUTO (Automatic Volume): This feature automatically adjusts audio volume based on vehicle speed to compensate for outside road noise. Press this button

to set the volume compensation level at Owner

Low, Medium or High. Information

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AUDIO SYSTEM FEATURES

Portable Audio Player A portable audio player (such as an Audio Steering Wheel Controls iPod® or MP3 player) can be connected (if equipped) to the auxiliary input jack located on the A number of audio controls can be radio. Press the SRCE button to begin adjusted at the steering wheel. They playing audio from the portable player include: over the vehicle speakers. To optimize (Seek/Scan): Press the up or speaker volume, fully increase the vol- down arrow to go to the next or previ- ume level of the portable player. ous radio station or, when a CD is play- Setting the Time ing, to the next or previous track. To set the clock: Press and hold the up or down arrow for two seconds (a beep will sound) to 1. Press and hold the Clock button enter the scan mode. Radio stations will momentarily to enter the Set Clock be scanned while in the radio mode and mode. CD tracks while in the CD mode. Press 2. Use the ADJ knob to select the hour. and hold the up or down arrow for four 3. Press the Clock button. seconds to scan radio station presets. 4. Use the ADJ knob to select the 1–6 (Preset Pushbuttons): Press this minutes. button to play stations that are programmed on the radio preset push- 5. Press the Clock button again to com- buttons. When a CD is playing in the plete the process. multiple-disc CD player, press this but- Setting Preset Stations ton to go to the next available CD. Up to 30 preset stations (FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 and XM2 [if equipped]) can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons. To preset a station: 1. Turn on the radio. 2. Press the BAND button to select FM1, FM2, AM, XM1 or XM2. 3. Tune in the desired station. 4. Press the AUTO TONE button to select the equalization. + – (Volume): Press the plus or 5. Press and hold one of the six num- minus button to increase or decrease bered pushbuttons until you hear a the volume. beep. The station is now preset. See Section 3 of your Owner Manual. See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

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AUDIO SYSTEM FEATURES

® Multiple-Disc CD Player XM Satellite Radio (if equipped) Entry System

(if equipped) On equipped radios, two additional lis- Remote Keyless With the in-dash 6-Disc CD Player, note tening bands are available: XM1 and that you cannot directly load a CD as in XM2. To access these bands, press the single-play systems. BAND button until XM1 or XM2 appears Load a single CD on the display. XM Satellite Radio provides more than Comfort

• Press and release the LOAD button. Features Wait for the display prompt to load 170 channels of digital-quality sound the CD. that goes wherever you go — coast to coast. Activation fee and service sub- Load multiple CDs scription are extra. (Available in the • Press and hold the LOAD button for continental United States and Canada.) two seconds. Follow the display For more information, visit XM at prompts to load each CD. www.XMradio.com or call Features

Play a specific CD 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). Audio System

• Press the numbered pushbutton See Section 3 of your Owner Manual. that corresponds to the loaded CD number on the display. Eject a single CD • Press and release the EJECT button. Instrument

Eject multiple CDs Panel Features • Press and hold the EJECT button until a beep sounds. If a CD is not removed, it will be pulled back into the player automatically. Features

Note: CDs with any affixed labels may Convenience jam in the CD player. Label a CD using a permanent marker. If more than one CD is inserted into the slot at one time, or if scratched or damaged CDs are played, the CD player could be damaged. When using the CD player, use only CDs in good condition without labels; load one CD at a time; and keep the CD player and the Features loading slot free of foreign materials, Maintenance liquids or debris. MP3-formatted CDs will not play in this CD player.

See Section 3 of your Owner Manual. Owner Information

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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES

Instrument Panel A B C D E F G B A

H I J K L M N O P Q R S A. Side Air Outlets K. Hood Release B. Side Window Outlets L. Cruise Control (if equipped) C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever M. Horn D. Instrument Panel Cluster N. Audio Steering Wheel Controls E. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever (if equipped) F. Center Air Outlets O. Ignition Switch G. Hazard Warning Flashers Button P. Shift Lever H. Adjustable Pedal Button Q. Climate Control System (if equipped) R. Audio System I. Instrument Panel Brightness Control S. Glove Box J. Fog Lamps Switch See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES

Instrument Panel Cluster Entry System

A B C D E Remote Keyless Comfort Features Features Audio System

Your vehicle’s instrument panel is Note: The instrument panel cluster is equipped with this cluster or one very designed to let you know about many

similar to it. The instrument panel clus- important aspects of your vehicle’s opera- Instrument ter includes these key features: tion. It is important to read your Owner Panel Features Manual and become familiar with the A. Tachometer information being relayed to you by the B. Speedometer lights, gauges and indicators, as well as what action can be taken to ensure safety C. Odometer and to prevent damage.

D. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge Features E. Fuel Gauge Convenience See Section 3 of your Owner Manual. Features Maintenance Owner Information

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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES

Vehicle Information Driver Information Center Press the INFO button to scroll through Your vehicle’s audio system not only the following vehicle information: performs the standard audio functions but also has an integrated Driver • Trip A Information Center (DIC) that provides • Trip B vehicle information, vehicle feature per- • Fuel Range (until empty) sonalization and vehicle warning messages. To operate the DIC, the ignition • Average Fuel Economy switch must be in the Run ( ) position. • Average Speed • Engine Oil Life Press and hold the ENTER button to reset the information while it is displayed. Vehicle Feature Personalization A variety of your vehicle’s features can be personalized to your preference. To personalize features other than Display Units, the vehicle must be at a complete stop: 1. Press MENU to scroll through the The DIC messages will be shown on available personalization features. your audio system display. The DIC is controlled through the following three 2. Press and hold ENTER for one buttons located to the left of the audio second to toggle between the system: available options for each feature. INFO: Use this button to scroll through 3. Press MENU to record your selection the vehicle information mode displays. and move to the next feature. MENU: Use this button to scroll Personalization features include the through the personalization menu mode. following (note that the first option listed under each feature is the ENTER: Use this button to select a factory setting): menu option or to acknowledge a warning message.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES

• Oil Life Reset • Unlock (Determines when Auto • Display Units of DIC, speedometer Unlock will occur) Entry System

and odometer – Shift to Park (automatic transaxle) Remote Keyless – English – Key Off (manual transaxle) – Metric • Exterior Lights (Exterior perimeter • Remote Start Capability lighting during RKE unlock) – On –On – Off – Off Comfort Features • Lock Horn (Horn chirp during • Display Language (DIC information RKE locking) can be displayed in several –On languages) – Off – English – French • Unlock Horn (Horn chirp during – Spanish RKE unlocking after the last door is – German closed) Features – Off Note: Not all of these personalization Audio System –On features may be available on your vehicle. • Light Flash (Exterior light flash Warnings and Messages during RKE locking and unlocking) – On This function provides a variety of mes- – Off sages (depending on optional equip- ment), such as door ajar and low fuel. • Delay Lock (Delays locking the Instrument vehicle for five seconds after the last To acknowledge a message and clear it Panel Features door is closed) from the display, press any of the three – On DIC buttons: INFO, MENU or ENTER. If – Off the condition is still present after the vehicle has been turned off and back • Auto Unlock (Automatically unlocks on, the warning message will be dis- the vehicle doors) played once again. Features – All Doors Convenience – Driver’s Door See Section 3 of your Owner Manual. – None Features Maintenance Owner Information

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powertrain protection that will limit Automatic Door Locks engine speed to prevent any damage For your safety, your vehicle is pro- from over-revving the engine. grammed at the factory to lock all Downshift doors automatically when all doors are closed, the ignition is on and the shift Select the next lower gear while driving lever is moved out of Park (automatic by tapping the gearshift lever rearward transaxle) or above a set speed (–). If current vehicle speed is too high (manual transaxle). for the requested lower gear, the downshift will not occur. This feature cannot be disabled; you can personalize the unlock features by The transaxle will automatically shift using the Driver Information Center. down into first gear, if the driver does not, when coming to a stop. See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

Automatic Transaxle with Manual Shift Mode (if equipped) You can enjoy the sporty driving charac- teristics provided by a manual transaxle with the Manual Shift Mode. This feature allows you to electronically shift gears as you would with a manual transaxle, but without using a clutch. While operating in the Manual Shift To enter the Manual Shift Mode, move Mode, the current gear selection is dis- the gearshift lever to the Manual Shift played in the instrument panel cluster. (M) position. See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

Speed-Sensitive Wipers

Upshift Select the next higher gear while The speed-sensitive wipers lever is driving by tapping the gearshift lever located to the right of the steering forward (+). As vehicle speed increases, column. The wipers include the follow- the transaxle will not automatically ing settings: upshift. The system features built-in

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(Intermittent): Move the lever up to this position to have the wipers Climate Control Airflow Modes Entry System

adjust with your vehicle speed. Rotate Remote Keyless the speed-sensitive wiper control on the lever to increase or decrease the wiper delay. (Low): Move the lever up to this position to turn the wipers on Low. Comfort Features (High): Move the lever up to this position to turn the wipers on High. Turn the right mode knob to change the (Mist): Move the lever down to direction of the airflow inside the vehi- this position to turn the wipers on for cle. The knob can be turned to any of one wipe. the following five settings as well as between settings for a wide range of airflow adjustments: See Section 3 of your Owner Manual. Features

(Vent): This mode directs air to the Audio System Cruise Control (if equipped) instrument panel outlets. The following cruise control buttons are (Bi-Level): This mode directs air to located on the steering wheel: the instrument panel outlets and floor (On/Off): Press this button to turn outlets. the cruise control system on or off. (Floor): This mode directs most of

the air to the floor outlets and some Instrument SET– (Set): Press this button to set Panel Features a speed, or to decrease the set speed, air to the side window outlets and if the system is windshield. engaged. When (Defog): This mode directs air to the cruise control the windshield, side window outlets is engaged, the and floor outlets.

cruise control (Defrost): This mode directs most Features symbol will illu- of the air to the windshield and some Convenience minate in the air to the side window outlets. instrument cluster. See Section 3 of your Owner Manual. RES+ (Resume): Press this button to resume a set speed, or to increase the

set speed, if the system is engaged. Features Maintenance (Cancel): Press this button to cancel a set speed and disengage the system.

See Section 3 of your Owner Manual. Owner Information

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For faster window defogging on very Automatic Climate Control humid, cool days, follow these tips: (if equipped) 1. Turn the climate control mode knob Turn the left and right knobs to AUTO to to (Defrost). automatically control the inside temperature, air delivery mode and fan speed. 2. Turn the temperature knob all the Use the up and down temperature con- way into the red (Hot) area. trol buttons to adjust the temperature 3. Turn the fan knob to top speed (4). setting. See Section 3 of your Owner Manual. See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Exterior Lamps Window Defogging (Defog): Use this mode to clear the windows of moisture and to warm passengers. This mode splits the air delivery between the windshield and the floor outlets. (Defrost): Use this mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly. This mode directs most of the air to the windshield. Automatic Lamp Control (ALC) When you select the defog or defrost When you start the vehicle at night or mode, the system automatically turns in a dark garage, the automatic head- off recirculation and runs the air lamps will come on immediately. After conditioning compressor. The driving into daylight, the system will (Recirculation) mode cannot be selected switch to the DRLs after about a one- because outside air is needed to remove minute delay. interior moisture from the vehicle. Also, when driving into dark tunnels or garages, the system delays turning on the headlamps to avoid unnecessarily switching on and off for a short time.

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ALC Light Sensor The ALC system’s light sensor is located Sunroof (if equipped) Entry System

on top of the instrument panel. To The control switch for the sunroof is Remote Keyless ensure proper system operation, it is located on the headliner between the important to avoid placing any objects sun visors. It will operate only while the on or near the sensor or covering up the ignition is on. sensor, such as with an instrument Vent Position panel cover.

• Open the sunshade by hand. Comfort Exterior Lamp Control Switch Features • Press the rear part of the switch and The exterior lamp control switch is release it. located on the lever to the left of the steering column. The switch can be Fully Open Position rotated to each of the following four • Open the sunshade by hand. positions: • Press the rear part of the switch

(Headlamps): Turns on the head- twice and release it. The roof will Features lamps, parking lamps and taillamps. express-open all the way. Audio System (Parking Lamps): Turns on parking Closed Position lamps and taillamps only. • Press the front part of the switch AUTO: Automatic Lamp Control and hold it until the roof closes. (ALC): Automatically turns on Daytime • Close the sunshade by hand. Running Lamps (DRLs) in the daytime, and headlamps, parking lamps and tail- Instrument See Section 2 of your Owner Manual. Panel Features lamps at dusk or when necessary. (Off): When operating in the AUTO position, a momentary turn of the lamp Window Indexing control switch to the Off position will (coupe/convertible only) turn off the ALC and all of the exterior To provide a tight seal around the doors,

lights. The DIC will display an Automatic the window will automatically lower Features Lights Off message. To activate ALC, slightly when the door is opened and Convenience turn the switch again. ALC is always then automatically rise fully when the turned on when the vehicle is started. door is closed. Follow the Owner Manual procedure for See Section 3 of your Owner Manual. initializing the indexing feature if battery power is disconnected. Features

See Section 2 of your Owner Manual. Maintenance Owner Information

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CONVENIENCE FEATURES

To return the seatback to an upright 60/40 Split Rear Seat position, push it up until you hear a The split-folding rear seatback permits click and then pull on the seatback to loading of longer items from the trunk. make sure it is secure. Folding the Seatback See Section 1 of your Owner Manual. To fold down the rear seatback: 1. Open the trunk and locate the gray handles on the upper side of the Convertible Top (if equipped) trunk opening. See the Convertible Top Operation Guide and 2. Position your hand over the top of Section 2 of your Owner Manual. one or both of the handles and pull toward you. The left handle opens the larger seatback; the right handle Resetting the Oil Life System opens the smaller side. The Oil Life System calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays Change Oil Soon in the Driver Information Center (DIC) when it’s necessary to change your engine oil and filter. The Oil Life System should be reset to 100% only following an oil change. Resetting the Oil Life System 3. Push the seatback open through the To reset the Oil Life System: trunk or pull it open from inside the 1. Press MENU once. The DIC will vehicle. display Oil Life Reset. 2. Press and hold ENTER for at least one second. 3. An acknowledged message will display for three seconds when the system has been reset.

See Section 5 of your Owner Manual.

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MAINTENANCE FEATURES

Securing the Fuel Cap Vehicle Symbols Glossary Entry System

If the Check Gas Cap message is dis- Following are examples of symbols you Remote Keyless played on the Driver Information Center may find on your vehicle. It is important when the ignition is turned to Run or to become familiar with them, as they Start, check that your fuel cap is alert you to various vehicle operating securely fastened. If the cap is not conditions. secure, turn it clockwise until a clicking Comfort sound is heard, indicating that it is Airbag Readiness Light Features properly installed. Air Conditioning (A/C) The Check Gas Cap message will turn off after a few driving trips with the cap Antilock Brake System Warning properly installed. Light See Section 3 of your Owner Manual. Brake System Warning Light Features

Cruise Control Set Audio System Headlamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control

Malfunction Indicator Lamp Instrument (Check Engine Light) Panel Features Off Off/On

On Features Convenience Parking Lamps Rear Window Defogger Safety Belt Reminder Light Features

Security Light Maintenance Traction Control Off Light Owner Information

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OWNER INFORMATION

For prompt and efficient assistance when Roadside Assistance calling, please provide the following 1-800-ROADSIDE information to the advisor: (1-800-762-3743) • Location of the vehicle TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438 • Telephone number and your location As the proud owner of a new Pontiac • Vehicle model, year and color vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in • Vehicle mileage the Pontiac Roadside Assistance program. • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) This value-added service is intended to • Vehicle license plate number provide you with peace of mind as you Pontiac reserves the right to limit services drive in the city or travel the open road. or reimbursement to an owner or driver Pontiac’s Roadside Assistance toll-free when, in Pontiac’s judgment, the claims number is staffed by a team of technical- become excessive in frequency or type of ly trained advisors, who are available 24 occurrence. hours a day, 365 days a year. The advi- Roadside Assistance and OnStar sors can provide minor repair information (if equipped) or make arrangements to tow your vehicle to the nearest Pontiac dealer. If you have a current OnStar subscription, press the OnStar button and the vehicle Pontiac will provide the following servic- will send your current GPS location to an es for 5 years/100,000 miles at no OnStar Advisor who will speak to you, expense to you: assess your problem, contact Roadside • Fuel delivery Assistance and relay your exact location • Lockout service so you will get the help you need. (identification required) • Tow to nearest dealership for warranty service My GMLink • Flat tire assistance The Pontiac Owner Center at My GMLink, a complimentary service for Pontiac • Jump starts owners, is a one-stop resource to In many instances, mechanical failures enhance your Pontiac ownership experi- are covered under Pontiac’s comprehen- ence. Exclusive member benefits include sive warranty. However, when other online service reminders, vehicle mainte- services are utilized, our advisors will nance tips, online owner manual, special explain any payment obligations you privileges and more. Sign up today at might incur. www.mygmlink.com.

Certain restrictions, precautions and safety procedures apply to your vehicle. Please read your Owner Manual for complete instructions. All information contained herein is based on information available at the time of printing and is subject to change without notice. Copyright 2007 by GM Corp. All rights reserved.

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