2007 PONTIAC SOLSTICE window

Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
Your vehicle has a Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) feature which will allow the radio
and power windows to continue to work up
to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off.
Your vehicle’s radio will work when the ignition
key is in RUN or ACC. Once the key is turned off,
the radio and power windows will continue to
work for up to 10 minutes or until any door
is opened.
Starting the Engine
Place the transmission in the proper gear.
Automatic Transmission
Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or
NEUTRAL (N). Your engine will not start in
any other position -- this is a safety feature.
To restart when you are already moving, use
NEUTRAL (N) only.
Notice:Do not try to shift to PARK (P) if your
vehicle is moving. If you do, you could
damage the transmission. Shift to PARK (P)
only when your vehicle is stopped.
Manual Transmission
The shift lever should be in the neutral position
and the parking brake engaged. Hold the
clutch pedal to the oor and start the engine. Your
vehicle will not start if the clutch pedal is not all
the way down. That is a safety feature.
Starting Procedure
1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn
the ignition key to START. When the engine
starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go
down as your engine gets warm. Do not
race the engine immediately after starting it.
Operate the engine and transmission gently to
allow the oil to warm up and lubricate all
moving parts.
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Engine Exhaust
{CAUTION:
Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the
gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you
cannot see or smell. It can cause
unconsciousness and death.
You might have exhaust coming in if:
Your exhaust system sounds strange
or different.
Your vehicle gets rusty underneath.
Your vehicle was damaged in a
collision.
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Your vehicle was damaged when
driving over high points on the road
or over road debris.
Repairs were not done correctly.
Your vehicle or exhaust system has
been modied improperly.
If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into
your vehicle:
Drive it only with all the windows
down to blow out any CO; and
Have your vehicle xed immediately.
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The parts of the manual convertible top that are
used when lowering and raising it are:
A. Front Edge
B. Side EdgeC. Rear Buttresses
D. Trunk
Notice:Leaving the convertible top down and
exposing the interior of your vehicle to
outdoor conditions may cause damage. Always
close the convertible top if leaving your
vehicle outdoors.Notice:Lowering the convertible top when
there are objects in the storage area could
damage it or break the glass rear window.
Always verify that no objects are in the storage
area before lowering the convertible top.
Notice:Lowering the top if it is damp, wet, or
dirty can cause stains, mildew, and damage
to the inside of your vehicle. Dry off the
top before lowering it.
Notice:If you lower the top on your vehicle in
cold weather (0°F/-18°C or lower), you may
damage top components. Do not lower the top
in cold weather.
Notice:If you raise or lower the convertible top
while the vehicle is in motion, you could
damage the top or the top mechanism. The
repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Always put an automatic transmission in
PARK (P) or a manual transmission in FIRST (1)
or REVERSE (R), turn the ignition off and
engage the parking brake before raising or
lowering the convertible top.
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6. Pull rearward on the side edge (B) of the
convertible top and pull it off of the windshield
frame.
7. Push the convertible top down into the
trunk (D).
8. After the top is stored, apply one even push,
as shown, on the convertible top to ensure
that the top is fully retracted and securely
stored.
9. Close the trunk (D) by pressing down on it
with a swift, rm motion.Do not operate rear defogger when convertible top
is down.
A clear Mylar
®protective lm has been installed at
the factory on the trunk lid surface under the
convertible top buttresses. This lm is designed to
help prevent paint damage to the trunk lid. Do not
remove this protective lm. It is intended to remain
permanently affixed to the trunk lid surface.
Raising the Manual Convertible Top
1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake
rmly and shift an automatic transmission into
PARK (P). Shift a manual transmission into
FIRST (1) or REVERSE (R).
2. Make sure the ignition is turned off, and lower
the windows.
3. Push the trunk release button located in the
glove box, or on the remote keyless entry, if
equipped.
4. Lift the trunk.
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The main components of your instrument panel are the following:
A. Side Window Outlets. SeeClimate Control
System on page 122.
B. Air Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 126.
C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 111.
D. Cruise Control Buttons (If Equipped). See
Cruise Control on page 115.
E. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument
Panel Cluster on page 128.
F. Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped).
SeeAudio Steering Wheel Controls on
page 185.
G. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See
Instrument Panel Brightness on page 120.
H. Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator. See
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 132.
I. Hazard Warning Flashers Button. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 110.
J. Fog Lamp Button (If Equipped). SeeFog
Lamps on page 120.
K. Electronic Stability Control (ESC)/Traction
Control System (TCS) Button (If Equipped).
SeeElectronic Stability Control on page 200or
Traction Control System (TCS) on page 198.L. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls (If
Equipped). SeeDriver Information Center (DIC)
on page 145.
M. Horn. SeeHorn on page 110.
N. Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls. See
Windshield Wipers on page 113andWindshield
Washer on page 114.
O. Climate Controls. SeeClimate Control System
on page 122.
P. Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped). Accessory
Power Outlet (If Equipped). SeeAshtray(s) and
Cigarette Lighter on page 122andAccessory
Power Outlet(s) on page 121.
Q. Shift Lever. SeeManual Transmission
Operation on page 85. SeeAutomatic
Transmission Operation on page 82
(if equipped with automatic transmission).
R. Parking Brake Lever. SeeParking Brake on
page 86.
S. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on
page 157.
T. Cupholder. SeeCupholder(s) on page 98.
U. Trunk Release. SeeTrunk on page 68.
V. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 98.
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Temperature:Turn the left knob on the control
panel to adjust the temperature of the air in
the vehicle. Turn the knob clockwise or
counterclockwise to increase or decrease
the temperature.
#(Air Conditioning):If your vehicle has air
conditioning press the left knob on the control
panel to turn the air conditioning system on or off.
An indicator light on the button will come on to
let you know the air conditioning is activated.
When the system is on, this setting cools
and dehumidies the air entering your vehicle.
The air conditioning will not function if the fan is
turned off. If air conditioning is selected with
fan off, the LED light will ash three times and
then turn off.
You may notice a slight change in engine
performance when the air conditioning compressor
turns off and turns on again. This is normal. The
system is designed to make adjustments to
help with fuel economy while still maintaining the
selected temperature.Air conditioning does not operate at temperature
below 40°F (4°C). In temperatures above 40°F
(4°C), the air conditioning cannot be turned off in
defrost, oor/defog, and recirculation modes
because it helps to remove moisture from the
vehicle. It also helps to keep the windows clear.
On hot days, open the windows to let the hot
inside air escape; then close them. This helps
reduce the time it takes for your vehicle to
cool down. It also helps the system to operate
more efficiently.
For quick cool down on hot days, do the following:
1. Select the vent mode.
2. Select recirculation mode.
3. Select the air conditioning to on.
4. Select the coolest temperature.
5. Select the highest fan speed.
Using these settings together for long periods of
time may cause the air inside of your vehicle
to become too dry. To prevent this from
happening, after the air in your vehicle has cooled,
turn the recirculation mode off.
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9(Fan):Turn the center knob on the control
panel to control the fan speed. Turn the knob
clockwise or counterclockwise to increase
or decrease the fan speed.
9(Off):Turn the center knob to this position to
turn the fan off.
?(Recirculation):Press the center knob on
the control panel to recirculate air inside the
vehicle and prevent outside air from coming in.
It can be used to prevent outside odors from
entering your vehicle and cool the air inside your
vehicle more quickly. Press this button to turn
the recirculation mode on or off. An indicator light
on the button will come on to let you know the
recirculation mode is activated.
Recirculation is available in the bi-level and vent
modes. If recirculation is selected in either
oor/heat, oor/defog, or defrost mode, the LED
light will ash three times indicating it is not
available in that mode.The right knob on the control panel is used to
direct the airow inside your vehicle. Turn the knob
to select one of the following modes:
H(Vent):Turn the right knob on the control
panel to this mode to direct air to the instrument
panel outlets.
\(Bi-Level):Turn the right knob on the control
panel to this mode to direct air to the instrument
panel outlets, and the remaining air to the
oor outlets and the defroster and side window
outlets. Cooler air is directed to the upper outlets
and warmer air to the oor outlets.
[(Floor):Turn the right knob on the control
panel to this mode to direct most of the air to the
oor outlets. The remaining air is directed to
the side window and defroster outlets. If there is
little or no airow on the passenger side, make
sure that the carpet covering is tucked under the
oor outlets.
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Defogging and Defrosting
Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high
humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window
glass. This can be minimized if the climate control
system is used properly. There are two modes to
clear fog or frost from your windshield and side
windows. Use the defog mode to clear the windows
of fog or moisture and warm the passengers. Use
the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the
windshield more quickly. For best results, clear all
snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting.
Use a temperature setting that provides warm air.
The warmer the air the quicker the windows
will clear.
To prevent fogging on the inside of the windows in
modes other than oor/defog and defrost, make
sure the air conditioning compressor, if the vehicle
has one, is on and recirculation mode is off.
/(Floor/Defog):Turn the right knob on the
control panel to this mode to direct the air to the
windshield, the side window outlets, and to the oor
outlets. When you select this mode, the system
runs the air conditioning compressor unless the
outside temperature is near freezing or below.
0(Defrost):Turn the right knob on the control
panel to this mode to direct most of the air to
the windshield, and the side window outlets. When
you select this mode, the system runs the air
conditioning compressor unless the outside
temperature is near or below freezing.
Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows
are clear.
Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog or frost from the rear window. Be
sure to clear as much snow from the rear window
as possible. An indicator light on the knob will
come on to let you know that the rear window
defogger is activated. The rear window defogger
will turn off about fteen minutes after the
knob is pressed. If turned on again, the defogger
will run for about seven and one-half minutes
before turning off. If the vehicle speed is greater
than 50 mph (80 kph) and the rear defogger
is active, it will remain on as long as the speed is
greater than 50 mph (80 kph). The defogger
can also be turned off by pressing the knob again
or by turning off the engine.
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