2005 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE engine coolant

Keys...............................................................2-2
Remote Keyless Entry System.........................2-4
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation...........2-5
Doors and Locks.............................................2-9
Door Locks....................................................2-9
Central Door Unlocking System......................2-10
Power Door Locks........................................2-10
Delayed Locking...........................................2-11
Programmable Automatic Door Locks..............2-12
Rear Door Security Locks..............................2-14
Lockout Protection........................................2-14
Trunk..........................................................2-15
Windows........................................................2-17
Power Windows............................................2-18
Sun Visors...................................................2-19
Theft-Deterrent Systems..................................2-19
Universal Theft-Deterrent...............................2-19
Content Theft-Deterrent.................................2-21
PASS-Key
®III ..............................................2-21
PASS-Key®III Operation...............................2-22
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle................2-23
New Vehicle Break-In....................................2-23
Ignition Positions..........................................2-24
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)...................2-24
Starting Your Engine.....................................2-25
Engine Coolant Heater..................................2-26
Automatic Transaxle Operation.......................2-27Parking Brake..............................................2-30
Shifting Into Park (P).....................................2-31
Shifting Out of Park (P).................................2-33
Parking Over Things That Burn.......................2-34
Engine Exhaust............................................2-34
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked.......2-35
Mirrors...........................................................2-36
Manual Rearview Mirror.................................2-36
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror................2-36
Outside Power Mirrors...................................2-37
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror.....................2-38
Outside Convex Mirror...................................2-38
Outside Heated Mirrors..................................2-38
OnStar
®System.............................................2-39
HomeLink®Transmitter...................................2-40
Programming the HomeLink®Transmitter.........2-41
Storage Areas................................................2-44
Glove Box...................................................2-44
Front Storage Area.......................................2-45
Center Console Storage Area.........................2-45
Rear Seat Pass Through...............................2-45
Convenience Net..........................................2-45
Sunroof.........................................................2-45
Vehicle Personalization...................................2-46
Memory Seat and Mirrors..............................2-46
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Engine Coolant Heater
If your vehicle has this feature, in very cold weather,
0°F (−18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can
help. You will get easier starting and better fuel economy
during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater
should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to
starting your vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (0°C),
use of the coolant heater is not required.
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord.
The engine coolant heater cord is located on
the passenger’s side of the vehicle, above the
headlamp assembly.
3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet.
{CAUTION:
Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet
could cause an electrical shock. Also, the
wrong kind of extension cord could overheat
and cause a re. You could be seriously
injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded
three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cord will
not reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong
extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.
4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and
store the cord as it was before to keep it away
from moving engine parts. If you do not, it could
be damaged.
How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged
in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the
kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead
of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact
your dealer in the area where you will be parking
your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice
for that particular area.
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Instrument Panel Overview...............................3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers................................3-6
Other Warning Devices...................................3-6
Horn.............................................................3-6
Tilt Wheel.....................................................3-6
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................3-7
Turn and Lane-Change Signals........................3-8
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer..................3-8
Flash-to-Pass.................................................3-9
Windshield Wiper Lever...................................3-9
Cruise Control..............................................3-11
Exterior Lamps.............................................3-14
Wiper Activated Headlamps............................3-14
Headlamps on Reminder................................3-15
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).......................3-15
Fog Lamps..................................................3-16
Twilight Sentinel
®..........................................3-16
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver........................3-17
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................3-17
Courtesy Lamps...........................................3-17
Entry Lighting...............................................3-18
Delayed Entry Lighting...................................3-18
Theater Dimming..........................................3-18
Delayed Exit Lighting.....................................3-18
Perimeter Lighting.........................................3-18
Parade Dimming...........................................3-19
Front Reading Lamps....................................3-20Rear Reading Lamps....................................3-20
Battery Load Management.............................3-20
Inadvertent Power Battery Saver.....................3-21
Head-Up Display (HUD).................................3-21
Accessory Power Outlets...............................3-24
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter........................3-24
Climate Controls............................................3-25
Climate Control System.................................3-25
Automatic Climate Control System...................3-28
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-32
Climate Controls Personalization.....................3-32
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............3-33
Instrument Panel Cluster................................3-33
Speedometer and Odometer...........................3-37
Trip Odometer..............................................3-37
Tachometer.................................................3-38
Safety Belt Reminder Light.............................3-38
Airbag Readiness Light..................................3-38
Voltmeter Gage............................................3-40
Brake System Warning Light..........................3-41
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light.............3-42
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light......3-43
Low Traction Active Light...............................3-44
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
(V6 Engine)..............................................3-45
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
(V8 Engine)..............................................3-46
Tire Pressure Light.......................................3-47
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-48
Oil Pressure Gage (V6 Engine).......................3-51
Oil Pressure Gage (V8 Engine).......................3-52
Check Oil Level Light....................................3-53
Security Light...............................................3-53
Highbeam On Light.......................................3-54
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light.....................3-54
Check Gages Warning Light...........................3-54
Door Ajar Light.............................................3-54
Trunk Ajar Light............................................3-55
Service Vehicle Soon Light............................3-55
Fuel Gage (V6 Engine)..................................3-56
Fuel Gage (V8 Engine)..................................3-57
Systems Monitor............................................3-58
Driver Information Center (DIC).......................3-59
DIC Controls and Displays.............................3-60
DIC Warnings and Messages.........................3-62
Driver Identier DIC Display...........................3-64
DIC Vehicle Personalization............................3-64Secondary Information Center (SIC).................3-70
Electronic Compass......................................3-70
Audio System(s).............................................3-72
Setting the Time...........................................3-72
Radio with CD..............................................3-73
Radio with Cassette and CD..........................3-83
Trunk-Mounted CD Changer...........................3-95
Theft-Deterrent Feature..................................3-99
Audio Steering Wheel Controls.......................3-99
Radio Reception.........................................3-100
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player...............3-101
Care of Your CDs.......................................3-102
Care of Your CD Player...............................3-102
Diversity Antenna System.............................3-102
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System............3-103
Chime Level Adjustment...............................3-103
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
(V6 Engine)
This gage shows the engine coolant temperature.To prevent engine overheating, the air conditioning
compressor will turn off automatically just prior to the
gage pointer entering the shaded area. As the
engine cools down, the air conditioning compressor will
automatically turn back on. On vehicles equipped
with the Driver Information Center (DIC), the message
ENGINE HOT... A/C DISABLED will appear on the
DIC display and a warning chime will sound.
If the gage pointer moves into the shaded area, your
engine is too hot. On vehicles equipped with the
systems monitor, the CHECK GAGES light will come on
and a warning chime will sound. On vehicles with a
DIC, a CHECK GAGES TEMPERATURE message will
be displayed and a warning chime will sound. See
DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-62for more
information.
SeeEngine Overheating (3.8L V6 Engine) on page 5-36
orEngine Overheating (4.6L V8 Engine) on page 5-38,
for information on what to do if your engine overheats. United States
Canada
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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
(V8 Engine)
This gage shows the engine coolant temperature.
To prevent engine overheating, the air conditioning
compressor will turn off automatically just prior to
the gage pointer entering the shaded area. As the
engine cools down, the air conditioning compressor will
automatically turn back on. On vehicles equipped
with the Driver Information Center (DIC), the message
ENGINE HOT... A/C DISABLED will appear on the
DIC display and a warning chime will sound.If the gage pointer moves into the shaded area, your
engine is too hot. On vehicles equipped with the
systems monitor, the CHECK GAGES light will come on
and a warning chime will sound. On vehicles with a
DIC, a CHECK GAGES TEMPERATURE message will
be displayed and a warning chime will sound. See
DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-62for more
information.
On vehicles with a V8 engine, if the coolant temperature
is above normal operating range, the message
ENGINE HOT...IDLE ENGINE will appear. This means
that you should reduce the engine load and speed
to prevent the engine from overheating.
If an engine overheat condition exists, the message
ENGINE HOT...STOP ENGINE will appear. This means
that you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle,
and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
SeeEngine Overheating (3.8L V6 Engine) on page 5-36
orEngine Overheating (4.6L V8 Engine) on page 5-38,
for information on what to do if your engine overheats.
Your vehicle is equipped with an Overheated Engine
Protection Operating Mode, which alternates ring
groups of cylinders to help prevent engine damage. See
“Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode”
underEngine Overheating (3.8L V6 Engine) on
page 5-36orEngine Overheating (4.6L V8 Engine) on
page 5-38for more information. United States
Canada
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If your coolant level is low, the message LOW ENGINE
COOLANT will appear on the DIC. This means that
you should check your coolant level as soon as possible.
SeeEngine Coolant (3.8L V6 Engine) on page 5-31
orEngine Coolant (4.6L V8 Engine) on page 5-34
for more information.
Tire Pressure Light
The check tire pressure system can alert you to a large
change in the pressure of one tire.
After the system has been
properly calibrated, the
TIRE PRESS light
will come on if a pressure
difference (low pressure)
is detected in one tire.
The light will stay on until you turn off the ignition or
reset (calibrate) the system. SeeCheck Tire Pressure
System on page 5-83.The TIRE PRESS light also comes on briey when you
turn your ignition key to START. If the light doesn’t
come on then, have it xed so it will be there to tell you
if the pressure in a tire is low.
If the anti-lock brake system warning light comes on,
the check tire pressure system may not be working
properly. See your dealer for service. Also, see
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light on page 3-42.
On vehicles with the optional Driver Information
Center (DIC), a CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message will
appear when the system detects a pressure difference
(low pressure) in one tire. SeeDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 3-62for more information.
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When you have the oil changed according to the
maintenance schedule, you will have to reset the engine
oil life system. To reset the engine oil life system, see
“How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System” underEngine
Oil Life System on page 5-20.
Tire Pressure Status:Press the SELECT button until
TIRE PRESSURE appears in the display. TIRE
PRESSURE NORMAL is displayed when the Check
Tire Pressure System believes your vehicle’s tire
pressures are normal. If a potential problem is detected,
the display will show CHECK TIRE PRESSURE and
the tire pressure status will show TIRE PRESSURE
LOW. If you see the CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
message, you should stop as soon as you can and
check all your tires for damage. If a tire is at, seeIf a
Tire Goes Flat on page 5-92. Also check the tire
pressure in all four tires as soon as you can. See
Ination - Tire Pressure on page 5-80andCheck Tire
Pressure System on page 5-83.DIC Warnings and Messages
Other messages or warnings may appear in the DIC
display. For Canadian drivers, in addition to the
DIC message your DIC will display EXP with a number
after it which reects the following messages:
EXP
(Export ID) Warning Message
6 TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE**
9 CHECK GAGES VOLT
11 CHECK GAGES LOW FUEL
15 LOW ENGINE COOLANT**
16 ENGINE HOT A/C DISABLED
20 TURN SIGNAL ON?
24 TRUNK AJAR
25 WASHER FLUID LOW
27 BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE
32 ENGINE HOT IDLE ENGINE**
33 STARTING DISABLED — THEFT*
34 SERVICE THEFT SYSTEM
35 CHECK GAGES OIL PRESSURE*
36 OIL LEVEL LOW
37 BRAKE FLUID LOW*
40 ALARM OCCURRED
44 CHECK GAGES TEMPERATURE*
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