2005 PONTIAC VIBE Owners Manual

Outside Convex Mirror
{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.
The passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex
mirror’s surface is curved so more can be seen from
the driver’s seat.
OnStar®System
OnStar®uses global positioning system (GPS) satellite
technology, wireless communications, and call centers
to provide you with a wide range of safety, security,
information, and convenience services.
A complete OnStar
®user’s guide and the terms and
conditions of the OnStar®Subscription Service
Agreement are included in the vehicle’s glove box
literature. For more information, visit www.onstar.com
or www.onstarcanada.com. Contact OnStar
®at
1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827), or press the
OnStar
®button to speak to an OnStar®advisor
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Terms and conditions of the Subscription Service
Agreement can be found at www.onstar.com or
www.onstarcanada.com.
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OnStar®Services
The Safe and Sound Plan is included on new vehicles
for the rst year for vehicles equipped with OnStar®.
The plan can be extended or upgraded to the Directions
and Connections Plan to meet your needs. For more
information, press the OnStar
®button to speak to
an advisor.
Safe and Sound Plan

Automatic Notication of Air Bag Deployment
Emergency Services
Roadside Assistance
Stolen Vehicle Tracking
AccidentAssist
Remote Door Unlock/Vehicle Alert
Remote Diagnostics
Online Concierge
Directions and Connections Plan

All Safe and Sound Plan Services
Driving Directions
RideAssist
Information and Convenience Services
OnStar®Personal Calling
As an OnStar®subscriber, the Personal Calling
capability is available if your hand-held cell phone is
lost, forgotten, or has a low battery. It is a hands-free
wireless phone that is integrated into the vehicle.
Calls can be placed nationwide using simple voice
commands with no additional contracts and no additional
roaming charges. To nd out more about OnStar
®
Personal Calling, refer to the OnStar®user’s guide in
the vehicle’s glove box or visit www.onstar.com or
www.onstarcanada.com; or speak with an OnStar
advisor by pressing the OnStar
®button or by calling
1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827).
OnStar®Virtual Advisor
Virtual Advisor is a feature of OnStar®Personal Calling
that uses minutes to access up-to-date weather and
traffic reports for your area, news and sports updates,
stock quotes, entertainment and more. You are also able
to listen and reply to your E-mail through your vehicle’s
audio system. Customize your information prole at
www.myonstar.com. See the OnStar
®user’s guide for
more information.
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Storage Areas
Glove Box
Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the handle
upward. Close the glove box with a rm push.
Cupholder(s)
There are two xed cupholders located in the console
area between the two front seats. There are also
two cupholders that fold out of the rear of the console
storage unit.
Coinholder(s)
Your instrument panel has a coinholder located to the
left of the steering wheel and on the center console near
the parking brake.
Instrument Panel Storage Area
There are storage compartments located on the
instrument panel in two places. They are below the
interior/instrument panel brightness dial and below the
shift lever. Pull the top of the door toward you to open it
or for the compartment below the shift lever, push the
button to open it.
Center Console Storage Area
A storage area is located in the console between the
seats. There may also be an accessory power
outlet located in the storage area.
To access the storage area, pull up the lock release
lever while raising the lid.
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Floor Mats
The driver’s side oor mat is held in place by two
locator hooks.
Be sure the driver’s side oor mat is properly placed on
the oor so that it does not block the movement of
the accelerator pedal.
How to Remove and Replace the
Floor Mat
To remove the oor mat,
pull up on the rear of the
mat to disconnect it
from the locator hooks.
To reinstall the oor mat, line up the openings in the
oor mat over the locator hooks and push down
into place.
Rear Storage Area
A storage area is located under the rear cargo area
oor panel.
Turn the knobs on the
oor panel to unlock the
storage area access cover.
Be sure to lock the access cover to close it securely.
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Rear Cargo Accessory Track System
Your vehicle has a track system located on the oor of
the rear cargo area. This system can be used to
carry accessories in your vehicle in many ways by using
the tie-down anchors provided in your vehicle or
accessory packages available from your GM dealer.
Make sure the cargo being carried in the rear cargo area
is secure. SeeLoading Your Vehicle on page 4-32.
Cargo Cover
To use the cargo cover, attach the side hooks of the
cargo cover to the upper tie down hooks located along
both sides of the rear cargo area.
{CAUTION:
An improperly stored cargo cover could be
thrown about the vehicle during a collision or
sudden maneuver. You or others could be
injured. If you remove the cover, always store
it in the proper storage location. When you
put it back, always be sure that it is securely
reattached.
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Cargo Tie Downs
The tire tie-down straps are designed to secure a
at tire. You can also use the straps and hooks to
secure your luggage.
There are eight tie-down hooks located in the rear of the
vehicle. The straps are located under the cargo area oor
panel. To use the straps, hook the ends to the lower
tie-down hooks in a criss-cross pattern across the cargo.
Pull on the straps at the buckle to tighten the straps
as needed.
Sunroof
If the vehicle has a sunroof, it can be opened or put
in a tilt position. To tilt the sunroof, slide the sunshade
rearward, then press the switch marked UP. Press the
other end of the switch to lower the sunroof. The ignition
must be in the ON position for the switch to work.
To open or close the sunroof, press the switch marked
SLIDE rearward or forward. The sunroof will close
partially and stop. Once the sunroof stops, release
the switch and press the button again to fully close it.
The sunroof can be opened to any position.
The sunshade will open when the sunroof is
opened. The sunshade must be closed manually.
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Instrument Panel Overview...............................3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers................................3-6
Other Warning Devices...................................3-6
Horn.............................................................3-6
Tilt Wheel.....................................................3-7
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................3-7
Turn and Lane-Change Signals........................3-8
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer..................3-8
Flash-to-Pass.................................................3-8
Windshield Wipers..........................................3-9
Windshield Washer.......................................3-10
Cruise Control..............................................3-10
Exterior Lamps.............................................3-13
Headlamps on Reminder................................3-13
Daytime Running Lamps................................3-14
Automatic Headlamp System..........................3-15
Fog Lamps..................................................3-15
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................3-15
Interior Lamps Control...................................3-16
Entry Lighting...............................................3-16
Reading Lamps............................................3-17
Accessory Power Outlets...............................3-18
Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current........3-18
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter........................3-19Climate Controls............................................3-20
Climate Control System.................................3-20
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-22
Passenger Compartment Air Filter...................3-23
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............3-25
Instrument Panel Cluster................................3-26
Speedometer and Odometer...........................3-27
Trip Odometers............................................3-27
Tachometer.................................................3-27
Safety Belt Reminder Light.............................3-28
Airbag Readiness Light..................................3-29
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator...................3-30
Charging System Light..................................3-31
Brake System Warning Light..........................3-32
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light.............3-33
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light....................3-33
Traction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light...........................................3-34
Stabilitrak
®Indicator Light...............................3-34
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage...................3-35
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-35
Oil Pressure Light.........................................3-38
Lights On Reminder......................................3-39
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Taillamp Indicator Light..................................3-39
Cruise Control Light......................................3-39
Overdrive Off Light........................................3-40
Highbeam On Light.......................................3-40
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light.....................3-40
Door Ajar Light.............................................3-40
Fuel Gage...................................................3-41
Low Fuel Warning Light.................................3-41Audio System(s).............................................3-42
Setting the Time...........................................3-42
Radio with CD..............................................3-43
Radio with Six-Disc CD.................................3-53
Navigation/Radio System...............................3-64
Radio Reception...........................................3-64
Care of Your CDs.........................................3-64
Care of Your CD Player................................3-65
Fixed Mast Antenna......................................3-65
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System.............3-65
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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