2007 PONTIAC VIBE climate control

Seats and Restraint Systems
....................... 7
Front Seats
.............................................. 8
Rear Seats
............................................. 16
Safety Belts
............................................ 18
Child Restraints
...................................... 37
Airbag System
........................................ 63
Restraint System Check
......................... 82
Features and Controls
................................ 85
Keys
....................................................... 87
Doors and Locks
.................................... 92
Windows
................................................ 98
Theft-Deterrent Systems
....................... 100
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
..... 102
Mirrors
.................................................. 121
OnStar
®System
................................... 123
Storage Areas
...................................... 127
Sunroof
................................................ 131Instrument Panel
....................................... 133
Instrument Panel Overview
................... 136
Climate Controls
................................... 152
Warning Lights, Gages, and
Indicators
.......................................... 158
Audio System(s)
................................... 177
Driving Your Vehicle
................................. 221
Your Driving, the Road, and
Your Vehicle
..................................... 222
Towing
................................................. 259
Service and Appearance Care
.................. 269
Service
................................................. 272
Fuel
...................................................... 274
Checking Things Under the Hood
......... 280
Bulb Replacement
................................ 315
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
... 321
2007 Pontiac Vibe Owner ManualM
1

Vehicle Damage Warnings
Also, in this manual you will nd these notices:
Notice:These mean there is something
that could damage your vehicle.
A notice tells about something that can damage
the vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be
covered by your vehicle’s warranty, and it could
be costly. But the notice will tell what to do to help
avoid the damage.
When you read other manuals, you might see
CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors
or in different words.
There are also warning labels on the vehicle. They
use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE.
Vehicle Symbols
The vehicle has components and labels that use
symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along
with the text describing the operation or information
relating to a specic component, control, message,
gage, or indicator.
If you need help guring out a specic name of a
component, gage, or indicator, reference the
following topics:
Seats and Restraint Systems in Section 1
Features and Controls in Section 2
Instrument Panel Overview in Section 3
Climate Controls in Section 3
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators in
Section 3
Audio System(s) in Section 3
Engine Compartment Overview in Section 5
5

To cancel the rear door security lock, do the
following:
1. Unlock the door from the inside and open the
door from the outside.
2. Slide the lever up.
3. Do the same for the other rear door.
The rear door locks will now work normally.Liftgate/Liftglass
{CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to drive with the
liftgate or liftglass open because carbon
monoxide (CO) gas can come into your
vehicle. You cannot see or smell CO. It
can cause unconsciousness and even
death. If you must drive with the liftgate
open or if electrical wiring or other cable
connections must pass through the seal
between the body and the liftgate or
liftglass:
Make sure all other windows are shut.
Turn the fan on your climate control
system to its highest speed and select
the control setting that will force
outside air into your vehicle. See
“Climate Control System” in the Index.
If you have air outlets on or under the
instrument panel, open them all the
way. SeeEngine Exhaust on page 119.
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Running the Engine While Parked
It is better not to park with the engine running. But if
you ever have to, here are some things to know.
{CAUTION:
Idling the engine with the climate control
system off could allow dangerous exhaust
into your vehicle. See the earlier caution
underEngine Exhaust on page 119.
Also, idling in a closed-in place can let
deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your
vehicle even if the climate control fan is at
the highest setting. One place this can
happen is a garage. Exhaust — with
CO — can come in easily. NEVER park in
a garage with the engine running.
Another closed-in place can be a blizzard.
SeeWinter Driving on page 248.
{CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to get out of your
vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in
PARK (P) with the parking brake rmly
set. Your vehicle can roll. Do not leave
your vehicle when the engine is running
unless you have to. If you have left the
engine running, the vehicle can move
suddenly. You or others could be injured.
To be sure your vehicle will not move,
even when you are on fairly level ground,
always set your parking brake and move
the shift lever to PARK (P).
Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle
will not move. SeeShifting Into Park (P)
(Automatic Transaxle) on page 115.
If you are parking on a hill and if you are pulling a
trailer, also seeTowing a Trailer on page 261.
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Instrument Panel Overview........................ 136
Hazard Warning Flashers.......................... 138
Other Warning Devices............................. 138
Horn.......................................................... 138
Tilt Wheel.................................................. 139
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................. 139
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................. 140
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.......... 140
Flash-to-Pass............................................ 141
Windshield Wipers..................................... 141
Windshield Washer.................................... 142
Rear Window Wiper/Washer...................... 142
Cruise Control........................................... 143
Exterior Lamps.......................................... 146
Headlamps on Reminder........................... 146
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)................. 147
Automatic Headlamp System..................... 147
Fog Lamps................................................ 148
Instrument Panel Brightness...................... 148
Interior Lamps Control............................... 149
Entry Lighting............................................ 149
Reading Lamps......................................... 150
Accessory Power Outlet(s)........................ 150Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating
Current.................................................. 151
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter................ 151
Climate Controls......................................... 152
Climate Control System............................. 152
Outlet Adjustment...................................... 155
Passenger Compartment Air Filter............. 156
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators..... 158
Instrument Panel Cluster........................... 159
Speedometer and Odometer...................... 160
Trip Odometers......................................... 160
Tachometer............................................... 161
Safety Belt Reminder Light........................ 161
Airbag Readiness Light............................. 162
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............. 163
Charging System Light.............................. 165
Brake System Warning Light..................... 166
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light...... 167
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light.............. 167
Traction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light........................................ 168
StabiliTrak
®Indicator Light......................... 168
Section 3 Instrument Panel
133

The main components of your instrument panel are the following:
A. Air Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on
page 155.
B. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument
Panel Cluster on page 159.
C. Climate Control System. SeeClimate Control
System on page 152.
D. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 138.
E. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on
page 177.
F. Rear Window Defogger Button. See “Rear
Window Defogger” underClimate Control
System on page 152.
G. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator. See
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 163.
Front Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light.
SeeSafety Belt Reminder Light on page 161.
H. Power Remote Control Mirror Button. See
Outside Remote Control Mirrors on page 122.
I. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See
Instrument Panel Brightness on page 148.
J. Rear Liftglass Release Button. See
Liftgate/Liftglass on page 96.K. Tire Pressure Monitor Reset Button. SeeTire
Pressure Monitor System on page 330.
L. Coinholder. SeeCoinholder(s) on page 127.
M. TRAC OFF Button. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 230.
N. Content Theft-Deterrent Security Light. See
Content Theft-Deterrent on page 100.
O. Storage Compartment. SeeInstrument Panel
Storage Area on page 127.
P. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever and Exterior
Lamp Stalk. SeeTurn Signal/Multifunction
Lever on page 139andExterior Lamps
on page 146.
Q. Hood Release. SeeHood Release on
page 280.
R. Tilt Lever. SeeTilt Wheel on page 139.
S. Horn. SeeHorn on page 138.
T. Cruise Control Lever (Option). SeeCruise
Control on page 143.
U. Ignition Switch. SeeIgnition Positions on
page 103.
137

Reading Lamps
If your vehicle has a sunroof, there will be a reading
lamp near the sunroof switch. Press the button to
turn the lamp on and press it again to turn it off.
If your vehicle does not have a sunroof, the
vehicle’s inside rearview mirror may have reading
lamps. If your vehicle has reading lamps, there
are two buttons located on the bottom of the
mirror. Press the buttons to turn the lamps on and
press them again to turn the lamps off.
Accessory Power Outlet(s)
With the accessory power outlet, you can plug in
auxiliary electrical equipment.
Your vehicle has an outlet under the climate
controls.
To use the outlet, the ignition must be in ON or
ACC. Pull down the small cover to access
the outlet.
Notice:Leaving electrical equipment on for
extended periods will drain the battery. Always
turn off electrical equipment when not in
use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds
the maximum amperage rating.This circuit is protected by a fuse and has a
maximum current level. Do not use equipment
exceeding the maximum amperage rating.
Certain power accessory plugs may not be
compatible to the power accessory outlet and could
result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you
experience a problem see your dealer for additional
information on the power accessory plugs.
Notice:Adding any electrical equipment to
your vehicle may damage it or keep other
components from working as they should. The
repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Do not use equipment exceeding maximum
amperage rating of 20 amperes. Check with
your dealer before adding electrical equipment.
When adding electrical equipment, be sure to
follow the proper installation instructions included
with the equipment.
Notice:Improper use of the power outlet can
cause damage not covered by your warranty.
Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug because the
power outlets are designed for accessory
power plugs only.
150

It is not recommended to use the cigarette lighter
to plug in auxiliary electrical equipment. Use
the accessory power outlet for phones and other
electrical equipment. SeeAccessory Power
Outlet(s) on page 150orPower Outlet 115 Volt
Alternating Current on page 151.
Notice:Holding a cigarette lighter in while it
is heating does not let the lighter back
away from the heating element when it is hot.
Damage from overheating can occur to the
lighter or heating element, or a fuse could be
blown. Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it
is heating.
Your vehicle may have a removable ashtray that
sits in your front cupholder in the center console
storage area.Climate Controls
Climate Control System
With this system you can control the heating,
cooling and ventilation for your vehicle.
Operation
9
(Fan):Turn the center knob away from OFF to
turn the system on. Turn the knob toward HI to
increase fan speed.
If the airow seems low when the fan is at the
highest setting, the passenger compartment
air lter may need to be replaced. For more
information, seePassenger Compartment Air Filter
on page 156andScheduled Maintenance on
page 377.
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