2004 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE wheel

Compact Spare Tire
Although the compact spare tire was fully inated when
your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.
Check the ination pressure regularly. It should be
60 psi (420 kPa).
After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you
should stop as soon as possible and make sure
your spare tire is correctly inated. The compact spare
is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph
(105 km/h) for distances up to 3,000 miles (5 000 km),
so you can nish your trip and have your full-size
tire repaired or replaced where you want. You must
calibrate the Check Tire Pressure System after installing
or removing the compact spare. SeeCheck Tire
Pressure System on page 5-68. Of course, it’s best to
replace your spare with a full-size tire as soon as
you can. Your spare will last longer and be in good
shape in case you need it again.Notice:When the compact spare is installed, don’t
take your vehicle through an automatic car wash
with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught
on the rails. That can damage the tire and wheel,
and maybe other parts of your vehicle.
Don’t use your compact spare on other vehicles.
And don’t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with
other wheels or tires. They won’t t. Keep your compact
spare tire and its wheel together.
Notice:Tire chains won’t t your compact spare.
Using them can damage your vehicle and can
damage the chains too. Don’t use tire chains on
your compact spare.
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Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome-Plated
Wheels
Your vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum or
chrome-plated wheels.
Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with
mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After
rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax
may then be applied.
The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted
surface of your vehicle. Do not use strong soaps,
chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners,
cleaners with acid, or abrasive cleaning brushes on
them because you could damage the surface. Do not
use chrome polish on aluminum wheels.
Use chrome polish only on chrome-plated wheels, but
avoid any painted surface of the wheel, and buff off
immediately after application.
Do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash
that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes. These
brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels.
Cleaning Tires
To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner.
Notice:Using petroleum-based tire dressing
products on your vehicle may damage the paint
nish and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing,
always wipe off any overspray from all painted
surfaces on your vehicle.
Sheet Metal Damage
If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal
repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop
applies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or
replaced to restore corrosion protection.
Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the
corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty.
Finish Damage
Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the nish
should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode
quickly and may develop into major repair expense.
Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up
materials avaliable from your dealer. Larger areas of
nish damage can be corrected in your dealer’s
body and paint shop.
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Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing
the following products.
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Description Usage
Polishing Cloth
Wax-TreatedInterior and exterior
polishing cloth.
Tar and Road Oil
RemoverRemoves tar, road oil and
asphalt.
Chrome Cleaner and
PolishUse on chrome or
stainless steel.
White Sidewall Tire
CleanerRemoves soil and black
marks from whitewalls.
Vinyl CleanerCleans vinyl tops,
upholstery and
convertible tops.
Glass CleanerRemoves dirt, grime,
smoke and ngerprints.
Chrome and Wire Wheel
CleanerRemoves dirt and grime
from chrome wheels and
wire wheel covers.
Finish EnhancerRemoves dust,
ngerprints, and surface
contaminants. Spray on
wipe off.
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
(cont’d)
Description Usage
Swirl Remover PolishRemoves swirl marks,
ne scratches and other
light surface
contamination.
Cleaner WaxRemoves light scratches
and protects nish.
Foaming Tire Shine Low
GlossCleans, shines and
protects in one easy step,
no wiping necessary.
Wash Wax ConcentrateMedium foaming
shampoo. Cleans and
lightly waxes.
Biodegradable and
phosphate free.
Spot LifterQuickly and easily
removes spots and stains
from carpets, vinyl and
cloth upholstery.
Odor EliminatorOdorless spray odor
eliminator used on fabrics,
vinyl, leather and carpet.
See your General Motors parts department for these
products. SeePart D: Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 6-25.
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Capacities and Specications
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer toPart D:
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-25for more information.
Capacities
ApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a 2.2 lbs 1.0 kg
Automatic Transaxle 7.4 quarts 7.0 L
Engine Cooling System 10.0 quarts 9.5 L
Engine Oil with Filter 4.5 quarts 4.3 L
Fuel Tank 18.5 gallons 70.0 L
Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb-ft 140Y
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ll to the appropriate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck uid level after lling.
Engine Specications
Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap
3.8L 3800 V6 (L36) K Automatic 0.060 inch (1.52 mm)
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Overseas – Customer Assistance
Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit.
Mexico, Central America and
Caribbean Islands/Countries
(Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin
Islands) – Customer Assistance
General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V.
Customer Assistance Center
Paseo de la Reforma # 2740
Col. Lomas de Bezares
C.P. 11910, Mexico, D.F.
01-800-508-0000
Long Distance: 011-52-53 29 0 800
GM Mobility Program for Persons
with Disabilities
This program, available to
qualied applicants, can
reimburse you up to $1,000
toward eligible aftermarket
driver or passenger
adaptive equipment you
may require for your vehicle
(hand controls, wheelchair/
scooter lifts, etc.).
This program can also provide you with free resource
information, such as area driver assessment centers and
mobility equipment installers. The offer is available for
a limited period of time from the date of vehicle
purchase/lease. For more details, or to determine your
vehicle’s eligibility, see your GM dealer or call the
GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text
telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-9935.
GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Call
1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details. All TTY users
call 1-800-263-3830.
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A
Accessory Inator...........................................5-78
Accessory Power Outlets.................................3-25
Adding Washer Fluid.......................................5-41
Additional Program Information........................... 7-9
Additives, Fuel................................................. 5-6
Add-On Electrical Equipment...........................5-100
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)......3-78, 3-90
Air Bag
Readiness Light..........................................3-41
Air Bag Systems.............................................1-51
How Does an Air Bag Restrain?....................1-57
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle.........1-60
What Makes an Air Bag Inate?....................1-57
What Will You See After an Air Bag Inates?......1-58
When Should an Air Bag Inate?...................1-56
Where Are the Air Bags?..............................1-54
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine.................................5-21
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM).......7-10
AM .............................................................3-106
Antenna, Diversity Antenna System..................3-108
Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna
System.....................................................3-109
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)............................ 4-7
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light..............3-44
Appearance Care............................................5-91
Care of Safety Belts....................................5-94
Chemical Paint Spotting...............................5-97Appearance Care (cont.)
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle................5-91
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle..............5-94
Finish Damage............................................5-96
Sheet Metal Damage...................................5-96
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-97
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials................5-98
Weatherstrips..............................................5-94
Ashtrays........................................................3-26
Audio System(s).............................................3-73
Audio Steering Wheel Controls....................3-105
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player...............3-107
Care of Your CD Player..............................3-108
Care of Your CDs......................................3-108
Chime Level Adjustment.............................3-109
Diversity Antenna System............................3-108
Radio with Cassette and CD.........................3-86
Radio with CD............................................3-74
Setting the Time..........................................3-73
Theft-Deterrent Feature...............................3-105
Trunk-Mounted CD Changer........................3-101
Understanding Radio Reception...................3-106
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...........3-109
Automatic Climate Control System.....................3-29
Automatic Door Locks.....................................3-66
Automatic Level Control...................................4-38
Automatic Operation........................................3-30
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Check
Engine Light...............................................3-48
Gages Warning Light...................................3-54
Tire Pressure System...................................5-68
Checking Coolant............................................5-27
Checking Engine Oil........................................5-16
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-12
Chemical Paint Spotting...................................5-97
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems...............................1-35
Infants and Young Children...........................1-32
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for
Children (LATCH System)..........................1-42
Older Children.............................................1-29
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the
LATCH System........................................1-44
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat
Position..................................................1-44
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front
Seat Position...........................................1-47
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front
Seat Position...........................................1-47
Top Strap...................................................1-40
Top Strap Anchor Location............................1-41
Where to Put the Restraint...........................1-38
Chime Level Adjustment.................................3-109
Choosing Your Zone Number............................3-71
Cigarette Lighter.............................................3-26Cleaning
Inside of Your Vehicle..................................5-91
Outside of Your Vehicle................................5-94
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-97
Weatherstrips..............................................5-94
Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels.....5-96
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses.......................5-95
Cleaning Fabric/Carpet....................................5-91
Cleaning Glass Surfaces..................................5-93
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components.................5-93
Cleaning Leather............................................5-93
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel...........5-93
Cleaning Tires................................................5-96
Cleaning Vinyl................................................5-93
Cleaning Windshield and Wiper Blades..............5-95
Climate Control System...................................3-27
Automatic...................................................3-29
Climate Controls Personalization....................3-35
Outlet Adjustment........................................3-34
Compact Spare Tire........................................5-90
Compass Accuracy..........................................3-72
Compass, Electronic........................................3-70
Console Shift Lever.........................................2-34
Content Theft-Deferrent....................................2-22
Control of a Vehicle.......................................... 4-6
Convenience Net............................................2-49
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage............................3-47
Heater, Engine............................................2-28
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Remote Trunk Release Lockout........................2-17
Removing Fuses...........................................5-101
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire..................................................5-83
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................5-81
Removing the Wheel Covers and Wheel
Nut Caps...................................................5-82
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-57
Replacing Brake System Parts..........................5-45
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government..................................7-12
General Motors...........................................7-12
United States Government............................7-11
Reprogramming a Single HomeLink
®Button.......2-48
Resetting Defaults...........................................2-48
Restraint System Check...................................6-20
Checking Your Restraint Systems...................1-60
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a
Crash.....................................................1-61
Restraint Systems
Checking....................................................1-60
Replacing Parts...........................................1-61
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)......................2-27
Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts......1-21
Roadside
Assistance Program....................................... 7-6
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out...................4-31
Routing, Engine Drive Belt..............................5-111
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked.......2-38
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Safety Belt
Reminder Light............................................3-40
Safety Belts
Care of......................................................5-94
Center Front Passenger Position....................1-21
Driver Position............................................1-14
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................1-13
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts........1-12
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children
and Small Adults......................................1-26
Rear Seat Passengers.................................1-23
Right Front Passenger Position......................1-21
Safety Belt Extender....................................1-29
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy.................1-20
Safety Belts Are for Everyone......................... 1-8
Safety Chains.................................................4-42
Safety Warnings and Symbols.............................. iii
Seats
Head Restraints............................................ 1-7
Heated Seats............................................... 1-5
Manual........................................................ 1-2
Manual Lumbar............................................. 1-3
Memory.....................................................2-50
Power Lumbar.............................................. 1-4
Power Seats................................................. 1-2
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 1-5
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