2007 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX lights

REMOTE LOCKS FEEDBACK:This screen
allows selection for this option to be turned OFF,
or gives the choice of two methods of verication;
LIGHTS or LIGHTS and HORN; that indicate
the vehicle’s doors are locked when the LOCK
button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is
pressed.
If OFF is selected, this feature will not be
programmed.
If LIGHTS is selected, the exterior lamps will ash
when the LOCK button on the remote keyless
entry transmitter is pressed.
If LIGHTS and HORN is selected, the exterior
lamps will ash when the LOCK button on
the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed,
and the horn will sound when the LOCK button on
the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed
again within ve seconds of the previous
command.To program this mode, use the following
procedure:
1. Press the set/reset button to scroll to OFF,
LIGHTS, or LIGHTS and HORN.
2. Press the options button again to advance to
the next screen.
If the vehicle does not have a content
theft-deterrent system, the next screens with
PROGRAMMING FINISHED and DISPLAY OFF
will appear.
If the vehicle does have a content theft-deterrent
system, the next screen will appear.
THEFT DETERRENT:The vehicle may have a
content theft-deterrent system. Once it is
turned on, the system will activate if someone tries
to enter the vehicle without using the remote
keyless entry transmitter or the correct key. This
screen allows this feature to be turned OFF or ON.
If OFF is selected, the content theft-deterrent
system will not function.
If ON is selected, the content theft-deterrent
system will be activated.
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Setting Preset Stations
Up to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM,
six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped)), can be
programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons, by
performing the following steps:
1. Turn the radio on.
2. Press BAND to select FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1
or XM2.
3. Tune in the desired station.
4. Press EQ to select the equalization.
5. Press and hold one of the six numbered
pushbuttons until a beep sounds. Whenever
that numbered pushbutton is pressed,
the station that was set returns and the
equalization that was selected is stored for
that pushbutton.
6. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.
Setting the Tone
(Bass/Midrange/Treble)
TONE:Press and release this button until BASS,
MID (midrange), or TREB (treble) displays. The
SELECT LED indicator lights to show that the tone
control can be adjusted. Turn the SELECT knob
to increase or to decrease. If a station is weak
or has static, decrease the treble.
To return all of the tone controls to the middle
position, press and hold the TONE button
until FLAT displays.
EQ (Equalizer):Press this button to select
customized equalization settings.
Up to six customized equalization settings, can be
programmed, by performing the following steps:
1. Turn the radio on.
2. Use the TONE button and the SELECT knob
to create the equalization.
3. Press and hold the EQ button for two seconds.
SELECT EQ # displays and the EQ symbol
ashes.
4. Press EQ or turn the SELECT knob to select
the EQ number.
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5. Press and hold the EQ button or push the
SELECT knob to store the equalization
setting and the number. EQ SAVED displays
and a beep sounds.
6. Repeat the steps for the other EQ settings
and numbers.
EQ 5 has been programmed at the factory for
use with talk radio, but it can be preset to a
different tone.
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)
BAL (Balance):To adjust the balance between
the right and the left speakers, press and release
this button until BAL displays. The SELECT
LED indicator lights to show that the speakers can
be adjusted. Turn the SELECT knob to move
the sound toward the right or the left speakers.
FADE:To adjust the fade between the front and
the rear speakers, press and release this
button until FADE displays. The SELECT LED
indicator lights to show that the speakers can be
adjusted. Turn the SELECT knob to move the
sound toward the front or the rear speakers.
Pressing and holding the BAL FADE button for
two seconds returns all speaker settings to
the middle position.
Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station
(RDS and XM™)
To select and nd a desired PTY perform the
following:
1. Press the PROG TYPE button to activate
program type select mode. PTY displays.
2. Turn the SELECT knob to select a PTY.
3. Once the desired PTY displays, press either
SEEK arrow to select the PTY and take you
to the PTY’s rst station.
4. To go to another station within that PTY, while
the PTY displays, press either SEEK arrow
once. If the PTY is not displayed, press either
SEEK arrow twice to display the PTY and
then to go to another station.
5. Press PROG TYPE to exit program type
select mode.
If PTY times out and is no longer on the
display, go back to Step 1.
If both PTY and TRAF are on, the radio searches
for stations with the selected PTY and traffic
announcements.
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Setting the Tone
(Bass/Midrange/Treble)
TONE:Press and release this button until BASS,
MID (midrange), or TREB (treble) displays. The
SELECT LED indicator lights to show that the tone
control can be adjusted. Turn the SELECT knob
to increase or to decrease. If a station is weak
or has static, decrease the treble.
Pressing and holding the TONE button until FLAT
displays, returns all of the tone controls to the
middle position.
EQ (Equalizer):Press this button to select
customized bass, midrange, and treble
equalization settings.Up to six customized equalization settings, can be
programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons,
by performing the following steps:
1. Turn the radio on.
2. Use the TONE button and the SELECT knob
to create the desired equalization.
3. Press and hold the EQ button for two seconds.
SELECT EQ # displays and the EQ symbol
ashes.
4. Press EQ or turn the SELECT knob to select
the desired EQ number.
5. Press and hold the EQ button or push the
SELECT knob to store the equalization
setting and the number. A beep sounds and
EQ SAVED displays.
6. Repeat the steps for the other EQ settings
and numbers.
EQ 5 has been programmed at the factory for use
with talk radio, but it can be set to a different tone.
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Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)
BAL (Balance):To adjust the balance between
the right and the left speakers, press and release
this button until BAL displays. The SELECT
LED indicator lights to show that the speakers can
be adjusted. Turn the SELECT knob to move
the sound toward the right or the left speakers.
FADE:To adjust the fade between the front and
the rear speakers, press and release this
button until FADE displays. The SELECT LED
indicator lights to show that the speakers can be
adjusted. Turn the SELECT knob to move the
sound toward the front or the rear speakers.
Pressing and holding the BAL FADE button for
two seconds returns all speaker settings to
the middle position.
Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station
(RDS and XM™)
To select and nd a desired PTY perform the
following:
1. Press PROG TYPE to activate program type
select mode. The PTY symbol appears on the
display.
2. Turn the SELECT knob to select a PTY.
3. Once the desired PTY is displayed, press
either SEEK arrow to select the PTY and to
take you to the PTY’s rst station.
4. To go to another station within that PTY, and
the PTY is displayed, press either SEEK
arrow once. If the PTY is not displayed, press
either SEEK arrow twice to display the PTY
and then to go to another station.
5. Press PROG TYPE to exit program type
select mode.
If PTY times out and is no longer on the
display, go back to Step 1.
If both PTY and TRAF are on, the radio searches
for stations with the selected PTY and traffic
announcements.
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This symbol comes on
the Driver Information
Center (DIC) when
the ETS is limiting
wheel spin.
If the vehicle is in cruise control when ETS begins
to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will
automatically disengage. When road conditions
allow safe use of it, the cruise control can be used
again. SeeCruise Control on page 140.
ETS operates in all transaxle shift lever positions.
But the system can upshift the transaxle only
as high as the chosen shift lever position, so use
the lower gears only when necessary. See
Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 110.One of these lights will appear on the instrument
panel to indicate that the ETS is not on.
This symbol, along
with the message
TRACTION CONTROL
OFF will display on the
DIC for three seconds
when the ETS is not on.
If there is a problem with the system, the service
traction system will also come on in the DIC.
SeeEnhanced Traction System Warning Light on
page 179. When this warning light is on, the
system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust driving
accordingly.
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You can be temporarily blinded by approaching
headlamps. It can take a second or two, or
even several seconds, for your eyes to re-adjust
to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare,
as from a driver who does not lower the high
beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps,
slow down a little. Avoid staring directly into
the approaching headlamps.
Keep the windshield and all the glass on your
vehicle clean — inside and out. Glare at night is
made much worse by dirt on the glass. Even
the inside of the glass can build up a lm caused
by dust. Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and
ash more than clean glass would, making the
pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly.
Remember that the headlamps light up far less of a
roadway when you are in a turn or curve. Keep your
eyes moving; that way, it is easier to pick out dimly
lighted objects. Just as the headlamps should be
checked regularly for proper aim, so should your
eyes be examined regularly. Some drivers suffer
from night blindness — the inability to see in dim
light — and are not even aware of it.Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a
wet road, you cannot stop, accelerate, or turn as
well because your tire-to-road traction is not as
good as on dry roads. And, if your tires do not have
much tread left, you will get even less traction. It is
always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain
starts to fall while you are driving. The surface may
get wet suddenly when your reexes are tuned for
driving on dry pavement.
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Passing
More passing distance is needed up ahead when
towing a trailer. And, because the vehicle and
trailer are a good deal longer, distances between
any vehicles that are passed must be greater,
before returning to the proper lane.
Backing Up
Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one
hand. Then, to move the trailer to the left, move that
hand to the left. To move the trailer to the right,
move that hand to the right. Always back up slowly
and, if possible, have someone guide you.
Making Turns
Notice:Making very sharp turns while
trailering could cause the trailer to come in
contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle could
be damaged. Avoid making very sharp
turns while trailering.
When turning with a trailer, make wider turns than
normal. Do this so the trailer will not strike soft
shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees, or other
objects. Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers.
Signal well in advance.
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
When towing a trailer, the vehicle may need a
different turn signal asher and/or extra wiring.
Check with your dealer. The arrows on the
instrument panel will ash whenever signaling a
turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer
lamps will also ash, telling other drivers the vehicle
and trailer are about to turn, change lanes, or stop.
When towing a trailer, the arrows on the instrument
panel will ash for turns even if the bulbs on the
trailer are burned out. You may think drivers behind
you are seeing the turn signal when they are not. It
is important to check occasionally to be sure the
trailer bulbs are still working.
The vehicle has bulb warning lights. When a trailer
lighting system is plugged into the vehicle’s lighting
system, its bulb warning lights may not indicate if
one of the lamps goes out. So, when a trailer
lighting system is plugged in, be sure to check the
vehicle and trailer lamps from time to time to be
sure they are all working. Once the trailer lamps
have been disconnected, the bulb warning lights
can once again indicate if one of the vehicle lamps
is out.
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