2008 PONTIAC G5 ABS

Parking on Hills
{CAUTION:
You really should not park your vehicle, with a
trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes
wrong, your rig could start to move. People
can be injured, and both your vehicle and the
trailer can be damaged.But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here is
how to do it:
1. Apply your regular brakes, but do not shift into
PARK (P) for an automatic transmission, or into
gear for a manual transmission. When parking
uphill, turn your wheels away from the curb. When
parking downhill, turn your wheels into the curb.
2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer
wheels.
3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the
regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load.
4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your
parking brake, and then shift into PARK (P) for
an automatic transmission or REVERSE (R) for a
manual transmission.
5. Release the regular brakes.
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To replace one of these bulbs:
1. Open the hood. SeeHood Release on page 5-11
for more information.
2. Remove the two hex bolts from the headlamp
assembly.
3. Remove the two plastic fasteners from the fascia.
4. Pull the front fascia back.
You might need someone else to assist you with
Steps 3 and 4.5. Pull the headlamp assembly up on an angle and
towards the radiator to remove it.
6. Disconnect the bulb base from the wiring harness
by lifting the plastic locking tab.
7. To replace a headlamp bulb, do the following:
7.1. Disconnect the wiring harness from the
bulb socket.
7.2. Remove the black retainer by turning it
counterclockwise.
8. Turn the bulb socket for the headlamp, front turn
signal, or parking lamp counterclockwise. For the
sidemarker bulb, use a tool to assist in turning
the bulb socket.
9. Pull the old bulb out of the socket.
10. Install a new bulb.
11. Reinstall the bulb assembly by reversing Steps 1
through 8.
When reinstalling the headlamp assembly, rst
make sure that the wiring harness is in its original
position. If not, the headlamp assembly will not
t correctly.
Align the two tabs on the bottom of the assembly
that t into two slots in the headlamp assembly
bracket.
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Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
(CHMSL)
To replace a CHMSL bulb:
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on page 2-12for more
information.
2. Locate the CHMSL bulb assembly in the trunk lid.
3. Press the plastic tabs to release the bulb assembly.
4. Pull the bulb assembly down to access the bulbs.5. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
6. Install a new bulb.
7. Align the tabs in the bulb assembly with the
assembly in the trunk lid. Push the bulb assembly
back into place until it snaps in. You may need
to use a tool to guide the tabs into the assembly.
Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps
(Coupe)
To replace a taillamp or rear turn signal bulb:
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on page 2-12for more
information.
2. Remove the screw retaining the taillamp assembly.
3. Disconnect the wiring harness by lifting up on
the tab to release and pull it straight out.
4. Hold and turn the bulb socket clockwise and then
release it from the lamp housing.
5. Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket.
6. Install a new bulb.
7. Reverse Steps 2 through 4 to reinstall the taillamp
assembly.
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Do not clean your vehicle using:
A knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil
from any interior surface.
A stiff brush. It can cause damage to your vehicle’s
interior surfaces.
Heavy pressure or aggressive rubbing with a
cleaning cloth. Use of heavy pressure can damage
your interior and does not improve the effectiveness
of soil removal.
Laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with
degreasers can leave residue that streaks and
attracts dirt. For liquid cleaners, about 20 drops
per gallon (3.78 L) of water is a good guide.
Use only mild, neutral-pH soaps.
Too much cleaner that saturates the upholstery.
Organic solvents such as naptha, alcohol, etc. that
can damage your vehicle’s interior.
Fabric/Carpet
Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment
frequently to remove dust and loose dirt. A canister
vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only
be used on oor carpet and carpeted oor mats.
For any soil, always try to remove it rst with plain water
or club soda. Before cleaning, gently remove as much
of the soil as possible using one of the following
techniques:
For liquids: gently blot the remaining soil with a
paper towel. Allow the soil to absorb into the
paper towel until no more can be removed.
For solid dry soils: remove as much as possible
and then vacuum.
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Fuses Usage
EPS Electric Power Steering
AIR PUMP AIR Pump
PRK LAMP Parking Lamps
WPR Windshield Wiper
IP IGN Ignition
A/C CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch
CHMSL Center High Mount Stop Lamp
ABS2 Antilock Brake System 2
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ECM/TRANSEngine Control Module,
Transmission
BCK UP Back-Up Lamps
TRUNK/HTD
SEATSTrunk, Heated Seats
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SDMSensing Diagnostic Module
(Airbags)
ABS3 Antilock Brake System 3
OUTLET Auxiliary Power Outlet
MIR Mirrors
DLC Data Link Connector
CNSTR VENT Canister VentRelays Usage
REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger
AIR SOL
(TURBO:
COOL FAN 2)Air Solenoid (L61)/Engine Cooling
Fan 2 (LNF)
WPR HI/LO Windshield Wiper High/Low Speed
CRNK Starter
COOL FAN 2
(TURBO:
COOL FANS)Engine Cooling Fan (L61, LE5)/
Engine Cooling Fans (LNF)
FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump
WPR ON/OFF Windshield Wiper On/Off
COOL FAN1 Engine Cooling Fans
PWR/TRN Powertrain
AIR PUMP AIR Pump
A/C CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch
CHMSL Center High Mount Stop Lamp
RUN/CRNK Run, Crank
Misc. Usage
PLR Fuse Puller
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Accessories and Modications............................ 5-3
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle.......................................................1-65
Additives, Fuel................................................. 5-6
Add-On Electrical Equipment............................5-96
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine.................................5-17
Air Conditioning..............................................3-19
Airbag
Passenger Status Indicator...........................3-30
Readiness Light..........................................3-29
Airbag System................................................1-51
What Will You See After an Airbag Inates?........1-58
When Should an Airbag Inate?....................1-56
Where Are the Airbags?...............................1-54
Airbag Systems
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle...................................................1-65
How Does an Airbag Restrain?......................1-58
Passenger Sensing System...........................1-60
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..........1-64
What Makes an Airbag Inate?......................1-57
Antenna, Fixed Mast.......................................3-77Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio
Antenna System..........................................3-77
Antilock Brake System (ABS)............................. 4-5
Anti-lock Brake, System Warning Light...............3-34
Appearance Care
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels..............5-92
Care of Safety Belts....................................5-89
Chemical Paint Spotting...............................5-93
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses....................5-90
Fabric/Carpet..............................................5-87
Finish Care.................................................5-90
Finish Damage............................................5-93
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces.......................................5-88
Interior Cleaning..........................................5-86
Sheet Metal Damage...................................5-93
Tires..........................................................5-93
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-93
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials................5-94
Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-89
Weatherstrips..............................................5-89
Windshield and Wiper Blades........................5-91
Appointments, Scheduling Service.....................7-10
Ashtray.........................................................3-19
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Ignition Positions.............................................2-21
Infants and Young Children, Restraints...............1-32
Ination - Tire Pressure...................................5-55
Instrument Panel
Overview..................................................... 3-4
Instrument Panel (I/P)
Brightness..................................................3-16
Cluster.......................................................3-26
J
Jump Starting.................................................5-34
K
Keyless Entry System....................................... 2-3
Keys............................................................... 2-2
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall.....................................5-49
Lamps
Dome........................................................3-16
Mirror Reading............................................3-17Lap-Shoulder Belt...........................................1-23
LATCH System
Child Restraints...........................................1-39
License Plate Lamps.......................................5-46
Light
Airbag Readiness........................................3-29
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Warning...........3-34
Brake System Warning.................................3-33
Charging System.........................................3-32
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning.............3-36
Enhanced Traction System (ETS) Warning
Light......................................................3-34
Fog Lamp..................................................3-40
Highbeam On.............................................3-41
Malfunction Indicator....................................3-37
Oil Pressure...............................................3-40
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator..................3-30
Safety Belt Reminders..................................3-28
Security.....................................................3-40
Tire Pressure..............................................3-36
Up-Shift.....................................................3-32
Lighting
Entry/Exit...................................................3-17
Lights............................................................3-14
Flash-to-Pass............................................... 3-8
High/Low Beam Changer................................ 3-8
On Reminder..............................................3-15
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