2004 PONTIAC GTO tire pressure

Scheduled Maintenance
Service MaintenanceIMaintenanceII
Change engine oil and filter. Reset oil life system. SeeEngine Oil on
page 5-13.An Emission Control Service.••
Visually check for any leaks or damage.See footnote (j).••
Inspect engine air cleaner filter. If necessary, replace filter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18.An Emission Control Service. See footnote †.••
Rotate tires and check inflation pressures and wear. SeeTires on page 5-51.••
Inspect brake system.See footnote (a).••
Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as
needed.••
Perform any needed additional services. See “Additional Required Services” in
this section.••
Inspect suspension and steering components.See footnote (b).•
Inspect engine cooling system.See footnote (c).•
Inspect wiper blades.See footnote (d).•
Inspect restraint system components.See footnote (e).•
Lubricate body components.See footnote (f).•
Check transmission fluid level and add fluid as needed. SeeRecommended
Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13for what to use.•
Inspect throttle system.See footnote (g).•
6-5

Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add
DEX-COOL®coolant mixture if necessary. SeeEngine
Coolant on page 5-25for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield
washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Visually inspect your tires and make sure tires are
inflated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to
check your spare tire. SeeTires on page 5-51for
further details.
At Least Once a Year
Starter Switch Check
{CAUTION:
When you are doing this inspection, the
vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle
moves, you or others could be injured.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular
brake. SeeParking Brake on page 2-23if
necessary.
Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to
turn off the engine immediately if it starts.
3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter
should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
If the starter works in any other position, contact
your GM Goodwrench dealer for service.
6-10

How to Check Power Steering Fluid..................5-36
How to Detect a Tamper Condition....................2-15
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter.......5-18
How to Use This Manual...................................... ii
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly...................1-12
Hydraulic Clutch.............................................5-24
Hydroplaning..................................................4-18
I
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine..........5-29
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine...............5-28
If the Light is Flashing.....................................3-30
If the Light Is On Steady.................................3-30
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard.........................4-26
If You Are Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow.......4-28
IGNITION OFF COURTESY LAMP....................2-36
Ignition Positions.............................................2-16
Immobilizer....................................................2-12
Immobilizer Operation......................................2-13
Infants and Young Children, Restraints...............1-28
Inflation - Tire Pressure...................................5-58
INST FUEL....................................................3-38
Instrument Panel
Cluster.......................................................3-24
Overview..................................................... 3-2Instrument Panel Brightness.............................3-15
Instrument Panel Fuse Block............................5-88
Interior Lamps................................................3-15
J
Jump Starting.................................................5-42
K
Key Removal.................................................2-26
Keyless Entry System....................................... 2-4
Keys............................................................... 2-2
L
Lamps
Exterior......................................................3-12
Interior.......................................................3-15
Lap-Shoulder Belt...................................1-12, 1-21
LATCH System
Child Restraints...........................................1-38
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the
LATCH System........................................1-40
Latches, Seatback............................................ 1-4
7

Some Other Rainy Weather Tips.......................4-18
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems.....................5-80
Specifications, Capacities.................................5-92
SPEED DEPENDENT VOLUME........................2-35
Speedometer..................................................3-25
Starting Your Engine.......................................2-17
Steering.......................................................... 4-9
Steering in Emergencies..................................4-10
Steering Tips................................................... 4-9
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio.........................3-53
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel................................. 3-5
STOP WATCH ................................................2-34
Stop Watch....................................................3-39
Storage Areas
Center Console Storage Area........................2-31
Cupholder(s)...............................................2-31
Front Storage Area......................................2-31
Glove Box..................................................2-30
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools..........................5-77
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools.......................5-77
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow......................4-28
Sun Visors.....................................................2-12
T
Tachometer....................................................3-25
Telescopic Steering Column............................... 3-5
Theft-Deterrent, Radio.....................................3-52
Theft-Deterrent System....................................2-12Theft-Deterrent Systems
Content Theft-Deterrent................................2-14
Immobilizer.................................................2-12
Immobilizer Operation...................................2-13
Tilt Wheel........................................................ 3-5
TIME TO ARRIVAL.........................................3-37
Tire Inflation Check.........................................6-10
Tire Sidewall Labeling......................................5-52
Tire Size.......................................................5-55
Tire Terminology and Definitions........................5-56
Tires.............................................................5-51
Buying New Tires........................................5-65
Chains.......................................................5-69
Changing a Flat Tire....................................5-71
Compact Spare Tire.....................................5-77
If a Tire Goes Flat.......................................5-70
Inflation - Tire Pressure................................5-58
Inspection and Rotation................................5-62
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.........................5-66
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance.................5-67
Wheel Replacement.....................................5-68
When It Is Time for New Tires......................5-64
Top Strap......................................................1-36
Top Strap Anchor Location...............................1-37
Torque Lock...................................................2-25
Towing
Recreational Vehicle.....................................4-30
Towing a Trailer..........................................4-35
Your Vehicle...............................................4-29
12