2005 PONTIAC GRAND AM maintenance

Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your GM dealer.
Part GM Part Number ACDelco®Part Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
2.2 L L4 ECOTEC™
3400 V625098845
25161977A1172C
A1279C
Engine Oil Filter
2.2 L L4 ECOTEC™
3400 V624460713
25010792PF2244G
PF47
Spark Plugs (Platinum Plugs)
2.2 L L4 ECOTEC™
3400 V625337472
1256838741–981
41–10
Windshield Wiper Blades (Hook Type)
Driver’s Side — 22.0 inches (56.0 cm)
Passenger’s Side — 17.0 inches (43.0 cm)22155307
22121329—
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Maintenance Record
After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and the
type of services performed in the boxes provided. SeeMaintenance Requirements on page 6-2in this section.
Any additional information fromOwner Checks and Services on page 6-8can be added on the following record pages.
Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts.
Maintenance Record
DateOdometer
ReadingServiced ByMaintenanceIor
MaintenanceIIServices Performed
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Maintenance Record (cont’d)
DateOdometer
ReadingServiced ByMaintenanceIor
MaintenanceIIServices Performed
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Maintenance Record (cont’d)
DateOdometer
ReadingServiced ByMaintenanceIor
MaintenanceIIServices Performed
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The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program
administered by the Council of Better Business
Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle
repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to
resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to
filing a court action, use of the program is free of
charge and your case will generally be heard within
40 days. If you do not agree with the decision given in
your case, you may reject it and proceed with any other
venue for relief available to you.
You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the
toll-free telephone number or write them at the
following address:
BBB Auto Line Program
Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc.
4200 Wilson Boulevard
Suite 800
Arlington, VA 22203-1838
Telephone: 1-800-955-5100
This program is available in all 50 states and the District
of Columbia. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age,
mileage and other factors. General Motors reserves the
right to change eligibility limitations and/or discontinue
its participation in this program.Online Owner Center
The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership
needs. Specific vehicle information can be found in
one place.
The Online Owner Center allows you to:
•Get e-mail service reminders.
•Access information about your specific vehicle,
including tips and videos and an electronic
version of this owner’s manual (United States only).
•Keep track of your vehicle’s service history and
maintenance schedule.
•Find GM dealers for service nationwide.
•Receive special promotions and privileges only
available to members (United States only).
Refer to the web for updated information.
To register your vehicle, visit www.MyGMLink.com
(United States) or My GM Canada within
www.gmcanada.com (Canada).
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Owner’s Information
Owner publications are written specifically for owners
and intended to provide basic operational information
about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include
the Maintenance Schedule for all models.
In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual, and
Warranty Booklet.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00
Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00
Current and Past Model Order Forms
Service Publications are available for current and
past model GM vehicles. To request an order form,
please specify year and model name of the vehicle.
ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123
Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Eastern Time
For Credit Card Orders Only
(VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. on the
World Wide Web at: www.helminc.com
Or you can write to:
Helm, Incorporated
P. O. Box 07130
Detroit, MI 48207
Prices are subject to change without notice and without
incurring obligation. Allow ample time for delivery.
Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are
quoted in U.S. funds. Canadian residents are to make
checks payable in U.S. funds.
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Additives, Fuel................................................. 5-6
Add-On Electrical Equipment............................5-80
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine.................................5-20
Air Conditioning..............................................3-19
Airbag
Readiness Light..........................................3-25
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM)...... 7-9
Airbag System................................................1-51
How Does an Airbag Restrain?......................1-55
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..........1-56
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?......................1-54
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?........1-55
When Should an Airbag Inflate?....................1-54
Where Are the Airbags?...............................1-52
Antenna, Fixed Mast.......................................3-70
Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System.....3-70
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)........................... 4-6
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light..............3-28
Appearance Care............................................5-71
Aluminum Wheels........................................5-76
Care of Safety Belts....................................5-74
Chemical Paint Spotting...............................5-77
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses....................5-75
Fabric/Carpet..............................................5-71
Finish Care.................................................5-75
Finish Damage............................................5-77Appearance Care (cont.)
Glass Surfaces............................................5-73
Instrument Panel.........................................5-73
Interior Plastic Components...........................5-73
Leather......................................................5-73
Sheet Metal Damage...................................5-77
Tires..........................................................5-76
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-77
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials................5-78
Vinyl..........................................................5-73
Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-74
Weatherstrips..............................................5-74
Windshield and Wiper Blades........................5-75
Ashtrays........................................................3-18
Audio System(s).............................................3-37
Audio Steering Wheel Controls......................3-68
Care of Your CD Player...............................3-69
Care of Your CDs........................................3-69
Chime Level Adjustment...............................3-70
Fixed Mast Antenna.....................................3-70
Radio with CD............................3-38, 3-42, 3-53
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data
Systems (RDS)........................................3-37
Setting the Time for Radios without Radio
Data Systems (RDS)................................3-37
Theft-Deterrent Feature................................3-67
Understanding Radio Reception.....................3-69
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System............3-70
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Child Restraints (cont.)
Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear
Seat Position...........................................1-46
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside
Seat Position...........................................1-44
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front
Seat Position...........................................1-48
Top Strap...................................................1-39
Top Strap Anchor Location............................1-41
Where to Put the Restraint...........................1-39
Chime Level Adjustment..................................3-70
Cigarette Lighter.............................................3-18
Cleaning
Aluminum Wheels........................................5-76
Exterior Lamps/Lenses.................................5-75
Fabric/Carpet..............................................5-71
Finish Care.................................................5-75
Glass Surfaces............................................5-73
Instrument Panel.........................................5-73
Interior Plastic Components...........................5-73
Leather......................................................5-73
Tires..........................................................5-76
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-77
Vinyl..........................................................5-73
Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-74
Weatherstrips..............................................5-74
Windshield and Wiper Blades........................5-75Climate Control System...................................3-19
Outlet Adjustment........................................3-21
Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt.....................1-27
Compact Spare Tire........................................5-70
Control of a Vehicle.......................................... 4-5
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage............................3-29
Heater, Engine............................................2-19
Low Warning Light.......................................3-30
Cooling System..............................................5-26
Cruise Control Lever.......................................3-11
Cupholder(s)..................................................2-29
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
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian
Government............................................7-10
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States
Government............................................7-10
Roadside Assistance Program......................... 7-5
Service Publications Ordering Information........7-11
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