2004 PONTIAC VIBE remote control

Keys...............................................................2-2
Remote Keyless Entry System.........................2-4
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation...........2-5
Doors and Locks.............................................2-7
Door Locks....................................................2-7
Power Door Locks..........................................2-8
Rear Door Security Locks................................2-8
Leaving Your Vehicle......................................2-9
Liftgate/Liftglass.............................................2-9
Windows........................................................2-11
Manual Windows..........................................2-11
Power Windows............................................2-12
Sun Visors...................................................2-13
Theft-Deterrent Systems..................................2-13
Content Theft-Deterrent.................................2-13
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle................2-16
New Vehicle Break-In....................................2-16
Ignition Positions..........................................2-16
Starting Your Engine.....................................2-18
Engine Coolant Heater..................................2-19
Automatic Transaxle Operation.......................2-20
Manual Transaxle Operation...........................2-23
Parking Brake..............................................2-27Shifting Into Park (P).....................................2-28
Shifting Out of Park (P).................................2-30
Parking Your Vehicle.....................................2-31
Parking Over Things That Burn.......................2-32
Engine Exhaust............................................2-33
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked. . . .2-34
Mirrors...........................................................2-35
Manual Rearview Mirror.................................2-35
Outside Remote Control Mirrors......................2-36
Outside Convex Mirror...................................2-36
Storage Areas................................................2-37
Glove Box...................................................2-37
Cupholder(s)................................................2-37
Coinholder(s)................................................2-37
Instrument Panel Storage Area.......................2-37
Center Console Storage Area.........................2-37
Floor Mats...................................................2-37
Luggage Carrier...........................................2-38
Rear Storage Area........................................2-40
Rear Cargo Accessory Track System...............2-40
Cargo Cover................................................2-41
Sunroof.........................................................2-42
Section 2 Features and Controls
2-1

Outside Remote Control Mirrors
These controls are located
to the left of your steering
wheel on the instrument
panel.
To adjust either mirror, push the button labeled L (left)
or R (right). Then use the arrows on the control pad
to adjust the mirror.
Once you have adjusted both mirrors, move the selector
switch back to the center. This prevents moving the
mirrors accidentally once you have adjusted them.
Outside Convex Mirror
Your passenger's side mirror is convex. A convex
mirror's surface is curved so you can see more from the
driver's seat.
{CAUTION:
A convex mirror can make things (like other
vehicles) look farther away than they really are.
If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you
could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your
inside mirror or glance over your shoulder
before changing lanes.
2-36

The main components of your instrument panel are the
following:
A. Air Outlets. See
Outlet Adjustment on page 3-22.
B. Instrument Panel Cluster. See
Instrument Panel
Cluster on page 3-26.
C. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. See
Hazard
Warning Flashers on page 3-4.
D. Audio System. See
Audio System(s) on page 3-41.
E. Rear Window Defogger Button. See ªRear Window
Defoggerº under
Climate Control System on
page 3-19.
F. Front Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light. See
Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3-28.
G. Climate Control System. See
Climate Control
System on page 3-19.
H. Power Remote Control Mirror Button. See
Outside
Remote Control Mirrors on page 2-36.
I. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See
ªInstrument Panel Brightnessº under
Interior Lamps
on page 3-14.
J. Rear Liftglass Release Button. See
Liftgate/Liftglass
on page 2-9.
K. Coinholder. See
Coinholder(s) on page 2-37.
L. Content Theft-Deterrent Security Light. See
Content
Theft-Deterrent on page 2-13.M. Storage Compartment. See
Instrument Panel
Storage Area on page 2-37.
N. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See
Turn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-5.
O. Hood Release. See
Hood Release on page 5-10.
P. Tilt Lever. See
Tilt Wheel on page 3-5.
Q. Horn. See
Horn on page 3-5.
R. Cruise Control Lever (Option). See ªCruise Controlº
under
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-5.
S. Ignition Switch. See
Ignition Positions on page 2-16.
T. Windshield Wiper Lever. See ªWindshield Wipersº
under
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-5.
U. Cigarette Lighter. See
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
on page 3-19.
V. Shift Lever. See
Shifting Into Park (P) on page 2-28.
W. Power Outlet. See
Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating
Current on page 3-18.
X. Parking Brake. See
Parking Brake on page 2-27.
Y. Center Console Storage Area. See
Center Console
Storage Area on page 2-37.
Z. Glove Box. See
Glove Box on page 2-37.
3-3

The brightness of the instrument panel lights will
decrease when the headlamps are on. It is recommended
that the brightness level is kept at the maximum setting
for all daytime driving to insure proper visibility.
The interior light has the following positions:
OFF:This position turns the light off.
ON:This position keeps the light on all the time.
6(Door):This position turns the light on when any
of the side doors, the liftgate or the liftglass is opened.
The light goes off when all the side doors, the liftgate
and the liftglass are closed.
Entry Lighting
While the instrument panel brightness control is in the
door position, the light will come on when any side door,
the liftgate or the liftglass is opened. After all the side
doors, liftgate and liftglass are closed, and the key is out
of the ignition, in LOCK or ACC, the light will remain
on for about 15 seconds and then go out except under
the following conditions:
·The ignition is turned to ACC or ON after all the side
doors, the liftgate and the liftglass are closed.
·All the side doors and liftgate are locked when the
liftglass is closed and the light is still on.
When any side door is unlocked with the key or remote
keyless entry system transmitter, the light comes on
for 15 seconds, even if the door is not opened.
To prevent the battery from draining, the lamps
will automatically turn off when the key is in the
ACC or LOCK positions or if the key is removed
for 20 minutes or more.
3-15

Mirrors (cont.)
Outside Remote Control Mirrors.....................2-36
MyGMLink.com................................................ 7-4
N
Navigation/Radio System..................................3-63
New Vehicle Break-In......................................2-16
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts...........5-103
O
Odometer......................................................3-27
Off-Road Recovery..........................................4-12
Oil ................................................................5-16
Engine.......................................................5-16
Pressure Light.............................................3-38
Older Children, Restraints................................1-27
Online Owner Center........................................ 7-4
Operation......................................................3-19
Operation Tips................................................3-22
Other Warning Devices...................................... 3-4
Outlet Adjustment............................................3-22
Outside.........................................................2-36
Convex Mirror.............................................2-36
Remote Controls Mirrors...............................2-36
Overdrive Off.................................................2-22
Overdrive Off Light..........................................3-39
Overseas ± Customer Assistance........................ 7-5Owners, Canadian............................................... ii
Owner's Information........................................7-12
P
Park (P)........................................................2-30
Shifting Into................................................2-28
Shifting Out of............................................2-30
Parking.........................................................2-27
Brake........................................................2-27
Over Things That Burn.................................2-32
Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Park (P)
Mechanism Check.......................................6-23
Parking on Hills..............................................4-39
Parking Your Vehicle.......................................2-31
Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services............ 6-4
Part B - Owner Checks and Services................6-19
Part C - Periodic MaintenanceInspections..........6-24
Part D - Recommended Fluids and Lubricants....6-26
Part E - Maintenance Record...........................6-28
Passenger Compartment Air Filter.....................3-23
Passing.................................................4-12, 4-38
Plan Ahead When Possible................................ 7-8
Playing a Compact Disc..........................3-50, 3-57
Playing a Speci®c Loaded
Compact Disc.............................................3-59
Playing the Radio...................................3-43, 3-52
Power Steering................................................ 4-9
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