2003 PONTIAC VIBE engine

6-41 Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to
normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal
travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble.
Brake Adjustment
Every time you make a moderate brake stop, your disc
brakes adjust for wear. If you rarely make a moderate or
heavier stop, then your brakes might not adjust correctly.
If you drive in that way, then
-- very carefully -- make
a few moderate brake stops about every 1,000 miles
(1 600 km), so your brakes will adjust properly.
Replacing Brake System Parts
The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many
parts have to be of top quality and work well together if
the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle
was designed and tested with top
-quality GM brake
parts. When you replace parts of your braking
system
-- for example, when your brake linings
wear down and you need new ones put in
-- be sure
you get new approved GM replacement parts.If you don't, your brakes may no longer work properly.
For example, if someone puts in brake linings that are
wrong for your vehicle, the balance between your front
and rear brakes can change
-- for the worse. The
braking performance you've come to expect can change
in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong
replacement brake parts.
Battery
Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free
ACDelco
battery. When it's time for a new battery, get
one that has the replacement number shown on the
original battery's label. We recommend an ACDelco
battery. See ªEngine Compartment Overviewº in the
Index for battery location.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on
a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the
driver's side. You can see it if you look through the
windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also
appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts
labels and the certificates of title and registration.
Engine Identification
The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This
code will help you identify your engine, specifications
and replacement parts.
Service Parts Identification Label
You'll find this label on your spare tire cover. It's very
helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is:

your VIN,

the model designation,

paint information and

a list of all production options and special
equipment.
Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle.

6-73
Fuse Usage
TAIL Front Parking Lamps, Taillamps,
License Plate Lamps, Instrument
Panel Lights, Engine Control
System
OBD On
-Board Diagnostic System
WIPER Windshield Wipers
AM2 Charging System, Air Bag System,
Starter System, Engine Control
STOP Stop Lamps, CHMSL, Engine
Control System, Anti
-lock Brakes,
Cruise Control
DOOR Power Door Locks, Liftglass Lock
AM1 Cigarette Lighter, Gauge,
ECU
-IG, Wiper, Rear Wiper,
Washer Fuses
ECU
-IG Cruise Control, Anti-Lock Brakes,
Theft Deterrent System,
Automatic Transaxle Control
System, Electric Cooling FanFuse Usage
RR WIPER Rear Window Wiper, Rear
Window Defogger
A/C Air Conditioning
INV Power Outlets
P/POINT Power Outlets
ECU
-B Daytime Running Lamps
CIG Cigarette Lighter, Power Rearview
Mirrors, Power Outlets, Audio
System, Automatic Transaxle
Control System
GAUGE Gauges and Meters, Back
-Up
Lamps, Charging System, Power
Door Locks, Power Windows,
Sunroof, Air Conditioning,
Cruise Control
WASHER Windshield Washers
*1 Engine Control System

6-74
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
This engine compartment fuse block is located in the
engine compartment on the driver's side of the vehicle
near the air cleaner. See ªEngine Compartment
Overviewº in the Index for more information on
location.Fuse/Relay Usage
HEAD MAIN Right Headlamp,
Left Headlamp Fuses
ALT
-S Charging System
EFI Electronic Fuel Injection System
HAZARD Turn Signal Lamps,
Emergency Flasher
HORN Horn
DOME Interior Lights, Gauges and
Meters, Audio System, Remote
Keyless Entry System
MAIN Starter System, AM2 Fuse
AMP Audio Amplifiers
MAYDAY Not Used

6-76
Replacement Bulbs
Lamps Bulb Number
Headlamp High
-/Low-Beam 9003. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Turn Signal 1157NA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stoplamps/Taillamps 7443. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Back
-Up Lamps 7440. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Turn Signal 7440. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CHMSL 921. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in
English and metric conversions.
Cooling System
1.8L Engine (Code 8) 6.9 quarts (6.5 L). . . . . . . . .
1.8L H.O. Engine (Code L) 7.1 quarts (6.7 L). . . . Engine Oil with Filter
1.8L Engine (Code 8) 3.9 quarts (3.7 L). . . . . . . . .
1.8L Engine (Code L) 4.8 quarts (4.4 L). . . . . . . . .
Fuel Tank
With AWD 12.0 gallons (45.0 L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Without AWD 13.0 gallons (49.0 L). . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic Transaxle
1.8L Engine (Code 8) 3.3 quarts (3.1 L). . . . . . . . .
1.8L Engine (Code 8)
with AWD 3.1 quarts (2.9 L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual Transaxle
Five-Speed 2.0 quarts (1.9 L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Six
-Speed 2.4 quarts (2.3 L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Differential0.5 quarts (0.5 L) . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transfer Case0.8 quarts (0.8 L) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to
fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. See ªRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsº
in the Index.

6-77 Engine Specifications
Type L4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
VIN Engine Code
1.8L Engine 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.8L H.O. DOHC Engine L. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheels and Tires
Wheel Nut Torque 76 lb-ft (103 N´m) . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire Pressure See the Tire
-Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Information label. See ªLoading
Your Vehicleº in the Index.
Air Conditioning Refrigerant
Capacity
If you do your own service work, you'll need the proper
service manual. See ªDoing Your Own Service Workº in
the Index for additional information. It is recommended
that service work on your air conditioning system be
performed by a qualified technician.
Air Conditioning
Refrigerant R134a 1.4 lbs. (0.6 kg). . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Use Refrigerant Oil, R134a Systems

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Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts
Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter GM Part No. 88969107. . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Oil
Filter (Code 8) GM Part No. 88971573. . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Oil
Filter (Code L) GM Part No. 88969580. . . . . . . . . .
Passenger Compartment
Air Filter GM Part No. 88970273. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PCV Valve
(Code 8 base model) GM Part No. 94859406. . . . . .
PCV Valve
(Code 8 AWD Model) GM Part No. 94859404. . . . .
PCV Valve (Code L) GM Part No. 88969512. . . . . . . Spark Plugs
1.8L Engine (Code 8) DENSO SK16R11,. . . . . . . .
NGK IFR5A11 or
GM Part No. 94859448
Gap: 0.043 inch (1.1 mm)
1.8L Engine (Code L) DENSO SK20R11,. . . . . . . .
NGK IFR6A11 or
GM Part No. 88969637
Gap: 0.043 inch (1.1 mm)
*Your engine is fitted with iridium
-tipped spark plugs.
Use only iridium
-tipped spark plugs for better engine
performance.

Scheduled Maintenance
7-5
Short Trip/City Definition
Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance if
any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle:

Most trips are less than 5 miles (8 km). This is
particularly important when outside temperatures are
below freezing.

Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
driving in stop
-and-go traffic).

You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of
your vehicle.

If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi
or other commercial application.
One of the reasons you should follow this schedule
if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions
is that these conditions cause engine oil to break
down sooner.
Short Trip/City Intervals
Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Chassis Lubrication
(or 6 months, whichever occurs first). Tire Rotation.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection, if driving in
dusty conditions.
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Passenger
Compartment Air Filter Replacement. Transfer Case
Fluid Change (when trailer towing). Rear Differential
Fluid Change (when trailer towing).
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Engine Air Cleaner
Filter Replacement. Fuel Tank, Cap, Cap Gasket and
Lines Inspection (or every 24 months, whichever
occurs first). Automatic Transaxle Check. Manual
Transaxle Fluid Change (severe conditions only)
(or every 24 months, whichever occurs first).
Cooling System Service (or every 24 months,
whichever occurs first).