2005 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE seat adjustment

Manual Lumbar
The knob that controls this feature is located on the
outboard side of each front seat. Turn the knob toward
the front of the vehicle to increase lumbar support.
Turn the knob toward the rear of the vehicle to decrease
lumbar support.
If you have the independent front cushion moved down
as far as it will go, you may feel the lumbar support
higher in your back. Readjust the location of the cushion
until you are comfortable. You may also want to
adjust the seatback for maximum comfort.
Power Lumbar
If your vehicle has this
feature, the power lumbar
control is located on
the outboard side of each
front seat. Use the
power seat control rst to
get the proper position.
Then continue with
the lumbar adjustment.
To reshape the lower seatback, press the lumbar
control forward to increase support and rearward to
decrease support. Press the control up or down to raise
or lower the support mechanism.
Keep in mind that as your seating position changes, as
it may during long trips, so should the position of
your lumbar support. Adjust the seat as needed.
If you have the independent front cushion moved down
as far as it will go, you may feel the lumbar support
higher in your back. Readjust the location of the cushion
until you are comfortable. You may also want to
adjust the seatback for maximum comfort.
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The main components of your instrument panel are the following:
A. Air Outlets. See “Air Outlets” underOutlet
Adjustment on page 3-32.
B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7.
C. Audio System Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped).
SeeAudio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-99.
D. Windshield Wiper Lever. See “Windshield Wipers”
underWindshield Wiper Lever on page 3-9.
E. Steering Column Shift Lever (If Equipped). See
Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2-27.
F. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls (If
Equipped). SeeDriver Information Center (DIC) on
page 3-59.
G. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on page 3-72.
H. Hazard Warning Flashers Control. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 3-6.I. Twilight Sentinel
®Controls and Fog Lamps Button.
SeeTwilight Sentinel®on page 3-16andFog
Lamps on page 3-16.
J. Ignition Switch. SeeIgnition Positions on page 2-24.
K. Climate Control System. SeeClimate Control
System on page 3-25andAutomatic Climate Control
System on page 3-28.
L. Heated Seat Switches (If Equipped). SeeHeated
Seats on page 1-4.
M. Traction Control Button (If Equipped). SeeTraction
Control System (TCS) on page 4-8.
N. Cigarette Lighter. SeeAshtrays and Cigarette
Lighter on page 3-24.
O. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 2-44.
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Outlet Adjustment
Use the knob located in the center of each outlet to
change the direction of the airow. Use the thumbwheel
located between the outlets to turn them on and off.
In vehicles equipped with rear seat outlets, you
can adjust the direction of the airow using the knob in
the center of each outlet. Use the thumbwheel
located between the outlets to turn them on and off.
Operation Tips

Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air
inlets at the base of the windshield that may
block the ow of air into your vehicle.
Use of non-GM approved hood deectors may
adversely affect the performance of the system.
Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects
to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more
effectively.
Climate Controls Personalization
If your vehicle is equipped with this feature, up to two
drivers are able to store and recall climate control
settings for the temperature, the fan speed and the
direction of the airow.Memory buttons 1 and 2 are located on the driver’s
door panel and correspond to the numbers 1 or 2 found
on the back of each remote keyless entry transmitter.
To store settings, do the following:
1. Select the desired temperature, fan speed and
airow mode. If desired, a separate temperature
setting may also be selected for the front seat
passenger. For information on how to do this, see
Automatic Climate Control System on page 3-28.
2. Locate memory buttons 1 and 2 on the driver’s door
panel.
3. Press the memory button on the door panel that
corresponds to the number on the back of the
transmitter you are programming, until you hear two
beeps. The beeps conrm that your selection has
been saved and can now be recalled. For more
information on the memory feature, seeMemory
Seat and Mirrors on page 2-46.
Follow these steps each time you want to change the
stored settings.
To recall the climate control settings last stored on your
transmitter, press the unlock button on your remote
keyless entry transmitter and put the ignition in ACC
or ON.
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Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems...............................1-34
Infants and Young Children...........................1-30
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for
Children (LATCH System)..........................1-40
Older Children.............................................1-28
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the
LATCH System........................................1-42
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat
Position..................................................1-42
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front
Seat Position...........................................1-44
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front
Seat Position...........................................1-45
Top Strap...................................................1-38
Top Strap Anchor Location............................1-39
Where to Put the Restraint...........................1-37
Chime Level Adjustment.................................3-103
Cigarette Lighter.............................................3-24
Cleaning
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels.............5-107
Exterior Lamps/Lenses................................5-105
Fabric/Carpet............................................5-102
Finish Care...............................................5-106
Glass Surfaces..........................................5-104
Instrument Panel........................................5-104
Interior Plastic Components.........................5-104
Leather....................................................5-104
Tires........................................................5-107
Underbody Maintenance.............................5-108Cleaning (cont.)
Vinyl........................................................5-103
Washing Your Vehicle.................................5-105
Weatherstrips............................................5-105
Windshield and Wiper Blades......................5-106
Climate Control System...................................3-25
Automatic...................................................3-28
Climate Controls Personalization....................3-32
Outlet Adjustment........................................3-32
Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt.....................1-25
Compact Spare Tire......................................5-100
Compass, Electronic........................................3-70
Content Theft-Deterrent....................................2-21
Control of a Vehicle.......................................... 4-5
Convenience Net............................................2-45
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage....................3-45, 3-46
Heater, Engine............................................2-26
Surge Tank Pressure Cap.............................5-36
Cooling System......................................5-40, 5-47
Courtesy Lamps.............................................3-17
Cruise Control Lever.......................................3-11
Customer Assistance Information
Courtesy Transportation.................................. 7-7
Customer Assistance for Text
Telephone (TTY) Users............................... 7-4
Customer Assistance Offices........................... 7-4
Customer Satisfaction Procedure..................... 7-2
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program............... 7-5
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors....7-11
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Malfunction Indicator Light................................3-48
Manual Lumbar Controls.................................... 1-3
Manual Seats................................................... 1-2
Memory Mirrors..............................................2-46
Memory Seat.................................................2-46
Message
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-62
Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Rearview........................2-36
Manual Rearview Mirror................................2-36
Memory.....................................................2-46
Outside Convex Mirror.................................2-38
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror....................2-38
Outside Heated Mirrors................................2-38
Outside Power Mirrors..................................2-37
Monitor, Systems............................................3-58
MyGMLink.com................................................ 7-3
N
New Vehicle Break-In......................................2-23
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts...........5-122
O
Odometer......................................................3-37
Odometer, Trip...............................................3-37Off-Road Recovery..........................................4-12
Oil
Check Oil Level Light...................................3-53
Engine.......................................................5-16
Pressure Gage....................................3-51, 3-52
Older Children, Restraints................................1-28
Online Owner Center........................................ 7-3
OnStar
®System.............................................2-39
Other Warning Devices...................................... 3-6
Outlet Adjustment............................................3-32
Outside
Convex Mirror.............................................2-38
Curb View Assist Mirror................................2-38
Heated Mirrors............................................2-38
Power Mirrors.............................................2-37
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode . . . 5-40
Owners, Canadian............................................... ii
P
Parade Dimming.............................................3-19
Park (P)
Shifting Into................................................2-31
Shifting Out of............................................2-33
Parking
Brake........................................................2-30
Over Things That Burn.................................2-34
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Vehicle Personalization
DIC ...........................................................3-64
Memory Seat and Mirrors.............................2-46
Ventilation Adjustment......................................3-32
Visors...........................................................2-19
Voltmeter Gage..............................................3-40
W
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators................3-33
Warnings
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-62
Hazard Warning Flashers............................... 3-6
Other Warning Devices.................................. 3-6
Safety and Symbols......................................... iii
Vehicle Damage.............................................. iv
Washer Fluid, Low Warning Light......................3-54
Wheels
Alignment and Tire Balance..........................5-89
Replacement...............................................5-89
Where to Put the Restraint...............................1-37Windows.......................................................2-17
Power........................................................2-18
Windshield
Wiper Blades, Cleaning..............................5-106
Windshield Washer
Fluid..........................................................5-53
Windshield Wiper
Blade Replacement......................................5-73
Fuses......................................................5-111
Windshield Wiper Lever..................................... 3-9
Winter Driving................................................4-24
Wiper Activated Headlamps..............................3-14
X
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System..............3-103
Y
Your Vehicle and the Environment....................... 6-2
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