2003 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE center console

Section 2 Features and Controls
Mirrors .................................................... 2.38
Manual Rearview Mirror
................................. 2.38
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
................ 2.38
Outside Power Mirrors
................................... 2.38
Outside Convex Mirror
................................... 2-39
Outside Heated Mirrors
.................................. 2-39
Onstar@ System ............................................. 2-40
HomeLink@ Transmitter ................................... 2-42
HomeLink@ Transmitter
................................. -2-42
Programming the HomeLink Transmitter
.......... -2-43
Outside
Curb View Assist Mirror
..................... 2-39
Storage Areas ................................................ 2.46
Glove
Box ................................................... 2.46
Front Storage Area
....................................... 2.46
Center Console Storage Area
.. ........... 2.46
Rear Seat Pass Through
........................... 2.46
Convenience Net
.......................................... 2.46
Sunroof ......................................................... 2.47
Vehicle Personalization ................................... 2.48
Memory Seat and Mirrors
.......................... 2.48
2-2

Shifting Out of Park (P)
Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock
control system. You have to fully apply your regular
brake before you can shift from PARK (P) when
the ignition is in
ON. See Automatic Transaxle Operation
on page
2-28.
If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on
the shift lever
- push the shift lever all the way into
PARK
(P) as you maintain brake application. Then move
the shift lever into the gear you want (if you have the
console shift lever, press the button first). If you
ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t shift out of
PARK (P),
try this:
1. Turn the key to OFF.
2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4.
3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N).
4. Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive
gear you want.
Parking Over Things That Burn
5. Take your vehicle to an authorlzed service center
as soon as you can.
Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust
parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park
over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things
that can burn.
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Storage Areas
Glove Box
Use the master key to lock and unlock the glove box.
To open it, lift the latch release on the left side of
the glove box door.
The VALET key will not work in the glove box door lock.
Front Storage Area
Press the buttons on either side of the armrest to open
the storage area for cassette tapes, gloves, etc.
Center Console Storage Area Rear Seat
Pass Through
Your vehicle has a rear seat armrest with cupholders
and a pass-through feature.
Pull down the interior door
to access the trunk.
Convenience Net
Your vehicle may have a convenience net. You’ll see it
just inside the back wall of the trunk.
Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net.
It can
help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or
quick starts and stops. For heavier loads, store
them in the trunk as far forward as you can.
You can unhook the net
so that it will lie flat when
you’re not using it.
If your vehicle has this feature, press the button at the
front edge of the armrest
to open the storage area
for cassette tapes, gloves, etc.
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Notice: Adding some electrical equipment to your
vehicle can damage
it or keep other things from
working as they should. This wouldn’t be covered by
your warranty. Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment, and never use anything
that exceeds the amperage rating.
When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the
proper installation instructions included with the
equipment.
Notice: Power outlets are designed for accessory
plugs only.
Do not hang any type of accessory
or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of
the power outlet can cause damage not covered
by your warranty.
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
Push down on the cover to reveal the front ashtray.
To clean the ashtray,
lift it out by pulling on the finger
holes on each side.
On models without a console, an ashtray is located
underneath the instrument panel.
To clean the ashtray,
lift it out by pulling up on the tabs on either side.
It snaps back into place.
To open a rear ashtray, lift the cover
Notice: Don’t put papers or other flammable
items into your ashtrays. Hot cigarettes or other
smoking materials could ignite them, causing
a damaging fire.
The cigarette lighter is located next to the storage tray.
To use a lighter, just push the center in all the way
and let
it go. When it is ready, the center will pop back
out by itself. Pull out the entire unit to use it.
Notice: Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your
hand while
it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able to
back away from the heating element when it’s
ready. That can make
it overheat, damaging the
lighter and the heating element.
The cigarette lighter will only operate when the ignition
key is in
ON and for 10 minutes after turning the
ignition
OFF. If you would like the lighter to operate
regardless of ignition position, and for extended periods
of time, see “Engine Compartment Fuse Block under
Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-92 or see
your dealer.
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The traction control system warning light may come on
for the following reasons:
If you turn the system off by pressing the
TRACTION CONTROL button located on the center
console, the warning light will come on and stay
on.
To turn the system back on, press the button
again. The warning light should go
off. See Traction
Control System (TCS) on page 4-9 for more
information.
If there’s a brake system problem that is specifically
related
to traction control, the traction control
system will turn
off and the warning light will come
on.
If your brakes begin to overheat, the traction
control system will turn
off and the warning light will
come on until your brakes cool down.
If the traction control system is affected by an
engine-related problem, the system will turn off and
the warning light will come on.
If the traction control system warning light comes on
and stays on for an extended period of time when the
system
is turned on, your vehicle needs service.
Low Traction Active Light
LOW
TRAC
Your LOW TRAC (Low
Traction Active) light may
come on for one of the
following reasons:
An advanced computer-controlled system called
Stabilitrak@
(if equipped) has come on to help
your vehicle continue
to go in the direction in which
you’re steering. This stability enhancement
system activates when the computer senses that
your vehicle is just starting
to spin, as it might if you
hit a patch of ice or other slippery spot on the
road. When the system is on, you may hear a noise
or feel
a vibration in the brake pedal. This is
normal.
In these situations when the
LOW TRAC light is on
and the system is engaged, you should continue
to steer in the direction you want
to go. The system
is designed to help you in bad weather or other
difficult driving situations by making the most
of whatever road conditions will permit.
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Automatic Transaxle Fluid
.......................................................... 5-23
Operation
................................................... 2-28
Automatic Transaxle Check
.............................. 6-1 9
Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control
System Check
......................................... 6-20
Backing Up
................................................. 4-40
Battery
.......................... ......................... 5-44
Battery Load Management
............................ 3-20
Battery Replacement
......................................... 2-9
Battery Warning Light
...................................... 3-41
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
......................... 4-22
Body Lubrication Service
.................................. 6-1 9
Boost Gage
................................................... 3-54
Brake
Parking
...................................................... 2-31
System Inspection
....................................... 6-23
Brake Fluid
.................................................... 5-42
Brake Wear
................................................... 5-43
Brakes
.......................................................... 5-42
Braking
........................................................... 4-6
Braking in Emergencies
..................................... 4-9
Break-In, New Vehicle
..................................... 2-25
Bulb Replacement
........................................... 5-56
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps ............. 5-57
Halogen Bulbs
............................................ 5-56
System Warning
Light
.................................. 3-42 Bulb
Replacement (cont.)
Headlamp Aiming
........................................ 5-52
Headlamps
................................................. 5-56
Replacement Bulbs
...................................... 5-60
Taillamps. Turn Signal. Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps
........................................ 5-59
Buying New Tires
........................................... 5-67
C
Calibrating the Compass .................................. 3-70
California Fuel
.................................................. 5-6
Canada
........................................................... 7-4
Canadian Owners ................................................ ii
Canadian Roadside Assistance ........................... 7-6
Capacities and Specifications
.......................... 5-1 00
Carbon Monoxide ................... 4-26, 4-36, 2-16, 2-36
Care
of
Care of Your
Safety Belts
............................................ 5-85
Cassette Tape Player
................................. 3-100
CD Player
................................................. 3-101
CDS
......................................................... 3-100
Cassette Tape Messages
................................. 3-91
Cassette Tape Player Service
........................... 6-18
CD Adapter Kits
............................................. 3-92
CD Changer, Trunk-Mounted
............................ 3-94
Center Console Storage Area
........................... 2-46
Center Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts
.... 1-19
Chains, Tires
.................................................. 5-71
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Service Bulletins .............................. ..... 7-9
Service Engine Soon Light
............................... 3-46
Service Manuals
............................................... 7-9
Setting Preset PTY Stations (RDS Only)
............ 3-86
Setting Preset PTYs (RDS Only)
....................... 3-76
Setting Preset Stations
............................ 3-74, 3-84
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)
.................. 3-74, 3-84
Shifting Into Park (P)
....................................... 2-32
Setting the Time
............................................. 3-71
Sheet Metal Damage
....................................... 5-87
Shifting Out of Park (P)
................................... 2-35
Short Trip/City Definition
.................................... 6-5
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
................ 6-6
Skidding
........................................................ 4-1 5
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips ....................... 4-19
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
................. 5-83
Specifications, Capacities
............................ 5-1 00
Speedometer .................................................. 3-38
Starter Switch Check
....................................... 6-20
Steering
........................................................ 4-1 1
Steering in Emergencies .................................. 4-12
Boot and Seal Inspection
.............................. 6-22
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio
......................... 3-98
Short Trip/City
Intervals
..................................... 6-5
Starting Your Engine
....................................... 2-26
Steering
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Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Steering Tips
.................................................. 4-1 1
A -I .I. r) r)r) .............................
Storage Areas
Center Console Storage Area
........................ 2-46
Convenience Net
......................................... 2-46
Front Storage Area
...................................... 2-46
Glove Box .............................................. 2-46
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools
....................... 5-80
Sun Visors
..................................................... 2-20
Sunroof
......................................................... 2-47
Systems Monitor
.......................................... 3-55
Storing the Flat Tire
and Tools
...................... 5-80
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ...................... 4-30
..... 3-39
Tachometer ................................ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
Taillamps
Turn Signal. Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps
.... 5-59
TCS Warning Light
.......................................... 3-43
Testing the Alarm
............................................ 2-22
Theater Dimming
............................................ 3-17
Theft-Deterrent, Radio
..................................... 3-98
Theft-Deterrent Svstems
................................... 2-21
Content Theft-Deterrent
................................ 2-22
PASS-Key@
Ill ............................................. 2-22
PASS-Key@
Ill Operation .............................. 2-23
Universal Theft-Deterrent
.............................. 2-21
Throttle System Inspection
............................... 6-23
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