Dinghy Towing
You may dinghy tow your vehicle from the front
following these steps:
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Turn the ignition key to ACC to unlock the
steering wheel.
3. Shift an automatic transaxle to NEUTRAL (N)
or a manual transaxle to NEUTRAL.
4. Release the parking brake.To prevent the battery from draining while the
vehicle is being towed, remove the following fuse
from the oor console fuse block: 8 (Ignition
Switch, PASS-Key
®III+). SeeFloor Console Fuse
Block on page 364for more information.
Remember to reinstall the fuse once you have
reached your destination.
Notice:If you exceed 65 mph (105 km/h) while
towing your vehicle, it could be damaged.
Never exceed 65 mph (105 km/h) while towing
your vehicle.
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Roadside Assistance Program
As the owner of a new Pontiac vehicle, you are
automatically enrolled in the Pontiac Roadside
Assistance program. This value-added service is
intended to provide you with peace of mind as you
drive in the city or travel the open road. Contact
Pontiac’s Roadside Assistance toll-free at
1-800-ROADSIDE (762-3743). Roadside
Assistance Representatives are available 24 hours
a day, 365 days a year.
We will provide the following services during the
Bumper-to-Bumper warranty period, at no expense
to you:
Fuel Delivery:Delivery of enough fuel
($5 maximum) for the customer to get to the
nearest service station.
Lock-out Service (identi cation required):
Replacement keys or locksmith service will
be covered at no charge if you are unable to
gain entry into your vehicle. Delivery of
the replacement key will be covered within
10 miles (16 km).
Emergency Tow:Tow to the nearest
dealership for warranty service or in the event
of a vehicle-disabling accident. Assistance
provided when the vehicle is mired in
sand, mud, or snow.
Flat Tire Change:Installation of a spare tire
will be covered at no charge. The customer
is responsible for the repair or replacement of
the tire if not covered by a warrantable
failure.
Jump Start:No-start occurrences which
require a battery jump start will be covered at
no charge.
Dealer Locator Service
In many instances, mechanical failures are covered
under Pontiac’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty.
However, when other services are utilized, our
Roadside Assistance Representatives will explain
any payment obligations you might incur.
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