2008 PONTIAC G8 ECO mode

REPEAT:Select to repeat tracks
or folders.
To use REPEAT:
1. Press the softkey below the
REPEAT label to display the
different repeat modes.
2. Press the softkey below REPEAT
TRACK, REPEAT DISC, or
REPEAT FOLDER to chose
that mode.
3. Press the softkey below the
active repeat mode to cancel
the repeat mode.
BROWSE MODE:Folders and
tracks of an MP3 disc can be found
easier by using the browse mode.
Finding a track in the current folder:
1. Press the softkey below
BROWSE MODE. The les in
the active folder display and the
active track is highlighted.
2. Turn the MENU knob to highlight
the desired track.3. Press the MENU knob to play
the highlighted track.
4. Press the softkey below EXIT to
exit browse mode.
Finding a track in a different folder:
1. Press the softkey below
BROWSE MODE. The les in
the active folder display and the
active track is highlighted.
2. Turn the MENU knob to highlight
‘Folder Listing’.
3. Press the MENU knob to list all
the folders on the CD.
4. Turn the MENU knob to highlight
the desired folder.
5. Press the MENU knob to list the
tracks in the highlighted folder.
6. Turn the MENU knob to highlight
the desired track.
7. Press the MENU knob to play
the highlighted track.
8. Press the softkey below EXIT to
exit browse mode.Finding a playlist:
1. Press the softkey below
BROWSE MODE. The les in
the active folder display and the
active track is highlighted.
2. Turn the MENU knob to highlight
‘Playlists’.
3. Press the MENU knob to list all
the playlists on the CD.
4. Turn the MENU knob to highlight
the desired playlist.
5. Press the MENU knob to play
the highlighted playlist.
6. Press the softkey below EXIT to
exit browse mode.
DISC
[(Next Folder):Press and
hold for more than two seconds
to go to the next folder.
DISC
r(Previous Folder):Press
and hold for more than two seconds
to go to the previous folder.
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Recirculation
/(Recirculation):Press to
change the air intake between
recirculated air and outside air.
An indicator light comes on when
the recirculation is on.
The recirculation mode recycles
interior air and is not recommended
for extended use. If it is used for
a long period of time, the system
automatically lets some fresh air into
the vehicle for ventilation.
The recirculation mode cannot be
turned on in defrost mode. If
/is
pressed, the indicator light ashes
three times and recirculation
stays off.
Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a
warming grid to remove fog from the
rear window. It only works when
the ignition is in ON/RUN.
+(Rear Window Defogger):
Press to turn on or off. An indicator
comes on when the rear window
defogger is on. The rear window
defogger turns off automatically if it
is left on.
Notice:Do not use anything
sharp on the inside of the rear
window. If you do, you could cut
or damage the warming grid, and
the repairs would not be covered
by the vehicle warranty. Do not
attach a temporary vehicle
license, tape, a decal or anything
similar to the defogger grid.
Passenger Compartment
Air Filter
The vehicle has a passenger
compartment air lter that lters the
outside air entering the vehicle.
The lter removes contaminants,
such as pollen and dust. See
your dealer/retailer for more
information.
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Manual Operation
Fan Control
+
A−(Fan):Press + or−to
increase or decrease the fan speed.
The fan speed and indicator
appears in the display.
The climate control system sets
the fan speed automatically.
When the fan speed is adjusted the
system goes into semi-automatic
operation. Press the AUTO button to
return to automatic operation.
Temperature Control
Temperature Controls:The
temperature can be adjusted
separately for the driver and
the passenger. Turn the
temperature controls clockwise
or counterclockwise to increase or
decrease the temperature.
The temperature can be set
between 63°F (17°C) and
176°F (30°C). A setting between
72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C)
is recommended.The temperature settings for each
side are shown in the display.
If the temperature control is past
86°F (30°C), the display shows
H (hottest). Turning it past
63°F (17°C), shows C (coolest).
The EXT TEMP (Exterior
Temperature) can be displayed in
Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C).
SeeDIC Vehicle Customization
on page 4-32.
ZONE:Press to set the climate
control to single-zone (SZ) mode or
dual-zone (DZ) mode. SZ or DZ
appears in the display when a mode
is set.
Single-Zone (SZ) Mode:All zones
are set to the same temperature.
The temperature is shown in the
display. Turn the ZONE control to
set the temperature.
Dual-Zone (DZ) Mode:Allows
different temperatures to be set for
the driver and passenger sides
or to link them. When linked,the passenger side temperature
uses the same temperature setting
as the driver side.
Turn the AUTO control to set a
different temperature for the
passenger.
Press and hold the AUTO button
for at least three seconds to link
the passenger and driver side
temperatures. Linking automatically
occurs if the passenger and
driver sides are set to the same
temperature when the ignition
is turned on.
Air Delivery Mode Control
e*(Mode):Press to change the
current airow mode. The current
mode selection appears in the
display screen. Changing the mode
cancels the automatic operation and
the system goes into semi-automatic
operation. Press AUTO to return to
automatic operation.
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Select from the following modes:
0(Vent):Air is directed to the
instrument panel outlets.
1(Bi-Level):Air is divided
between the instrument panel
outlets and the oor outlets. Cooler
air is directed to the upper outlets
and warmer air to the oor outlets.
d(Floor):Air is directed to
the oor outlets with some air
directed to the outer instrument
panel, windshield and side window
outlets.
4(Defog):Air is directed to the
windshield, oor and side window
outlets. Use this mode to clear
the windows of fog or moisture and
warm the passengers.
5(Defrost):Press to turn the
defrost on or off. The
5indicator
appears in the display. A portion of
the air is directed to the windshield,
with some air directed to the side
window vents.When defrost is selected, the air
conditioning turns on automatically to
improve defrosting performance. In
this mode the air conditioning cannot
be turned off and the recirculation
mode cannot be turned on.
Air Conditioning
#(Air Conditioning):Press to
turn the air conditioning system on or
off. The
#appears in the display
when the air conditioning is on.
When the air conditioning is turned
off
#OFF appears in the display.
The air conditioning cannot be turned
off in defrost mode. If
#is pressed,
the indicator light ashes three times
and the air conditioning stays on.
For quick cool down on hot days,
open the windows to let the hot air to
escape. After a few minutes, close
the windows so the system will work
more effectively.The air conditioning system removes
moisture from the air, so a small
amount of water might drip under the
vehicle while idling or after turning off
the engine. This is normal.
The air conditioning might
automatically turn off during heavy
acceleration or towing with your
vehicle, but the
#will still display.
Recirculation
/(Recirculation):Press to
change the air intake between
recirculated air and outside air.
An indicator light comes when the
recirculation is activated.
The recirculation mode recycles
interior air and is not recommended
for extended use. If it is used for
a long period of time, the system
automatically lets some fresh air into
the vehicle for ventilation.
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Do not use the recirculation mode if
occupants are smoking.
The recirculation mode cannot be
turned on in defrost mode. If
/is
pressed, the indicator light ashes
three times and recirculation
stays off.
Pollution Mode:Press and hold
the
/button for four seconds to
turn the pollution mode on or off.
When it is activated, Pollution Mode
Activated appears in the display.
When it is turned off, Pollution Mode
Inactive appears in the display.
This mode can be set when
the vehicle speed is less than
9 mph (15 km/h). Recirculation will
automatically turn on to help
prevent exhaust fumes from entering
the vehicle in slow moving traffic.
Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a
warming grid to remove fog or
frost from the rear window. It only
works when the ignition is in
ON/RUN.
The rear window defogger will only
work when the ignition is in ON/RUN.
+(Rear Window Defogger):
Press to turn the rear window
defogger on or off. The
+indicator
appears in the display. The rear
window defogger turns off
automatically if it is left on.
Notice:Do not use anything
sharp on the inside of the rear
window. If you do, you could cut
or damage the warming grid, and
the repairs would not be covered
by the vehicle warranty. Do not
attach a temporary vehicle
license, tape, a decal or anything
similar to the defogger grid.
EXT TEMP
EXT TEMP (Exterior Temperature):
Press EXT TEMP to show the
temperature outside the vehicle or
the normal display.
Pressing any other climate control
button will change the display from
showing the outside temperature to
showing the normal display.
The units for the EXT TEMP can be
displayed in °F or °C. SeeDIC
Vehicle Customization on page 4-32.
Sensors
The climate control system uses
three different sensors to maintain
the desired temperature. The solar
sensor is located on the instrument
panel, near the windshield. The
interior temperature sensor is
located on the instrument panel
near the steering wheel and the
outside temperature sensor is
in front of the radiator.
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When the engine starts, let go of
the key and accelerator. If the
vehicle starts briey but then
stops again, do the same thing.
This clears the extra gasoline
from the engine. Do not race
the engine immediately
after starting it. Operate the
engine and transmission gently
until the oil warms up and
lubricates all moving parts.
Notice:The engine is designed
to work with the electronics
in the vehicle. If you add electrical
parts or accessories, you could
change the way the engine
operates. Before adding electrical
equipment, check with your
dealer/retailer. If you do not,
the engine might not perform
properly. Any resulting damage
would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty.Engine Coolant Heater
The engine coolant heater, if
available, can help in cold weather
conditions at or below 0°F (−18°C)
for easier starting and better fuel
economy during engine warm-up.
Plug in the coolant heater at least
four hours before starting your
vehicle. An internal thermostat in the
plug-end of the cord will prevent
engine coolant heater operation at
temperatures above 0°F (−18°C).
To Use The Engine Coolant
Heater
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Open the hood and unwrap the
electrical cord.
The electrical cord is located on
the driver side of the engine
compartment, behind the
air cleaner for V8 models.
The electrical cord is located on
the passenger side of the
engine compartment, behind the
engine compartment fuse
block for V6 models.3. Plug it into a normal, grounded
110-volt AC outlet.
{CAUTION
Plugging the cord into an
ungrounded outlet could cause
an electrical shock. Also, the
wrong kind of extension cord
could overheat and cause a
re. You could be seriously
injured. Plug the cord into a
properly grounded three-prong
110-volt AC outlet. If the cord
will not reach, use a heavy-duty
three-prong extension cord
rated for at least 15 amps.
4. Before starting the engine, be
sure to unplug and store the
cord as it was before to keep it
away from moving engine
parts. If you do not it could be
damaged.
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When accelerating the vehicle from
a stop in snowy and icy conditions,
1st, 2nd or 3rd gear starts can
be selected from a standing start.
This is useful for gentle acceleration
on slippery surfaces.
To return to Normal Shift mode,
slide the shift lever over from
the right quadrant to the left into
D (Drive). A Normal Shift message
will be displayed in the DIC.
Normal Shift Mode is recommended
for normal or freeway driving, as
it provides optimum fuel economy.
Powertrain Braking
For vehicles with a 6 speed
automatic transmission, there is
an additional feature known
as Powertrain Braking. When driving
on steep descents where frequent
braking is required, the vehicle
will automatically downshift to
provide engine braking assistance.
This feature also reduces brake
temperatures and wear.Downshifting will only occur when
the driver’s foot is applied to the
brake. Driver Shift Control can
be switched on to override the
feature and gain complete control
of shifts if desired.
Parking Brake
To set the parking brake, pull up on
the parking brake handle. If the
ignition is in the ON/RUN position,
the brake system warning light
will come on. SeeBrake System
Warning Light on page 4-16.To release the parking brake:
1. Hold the brake pedal down.
2. Pull the parking brake handle up
until you can press the release
button.
3. Hold the release button in as you
move the brake handle all the
way down.
Notice:Driving with the parking
brake on can overheat the
brake system and cause
premature wear or damage to
brake system parts. Make
sure that the parking brake is
fully released and the brake
warning light is off before driving.
Driving with the park brake applied
will cause a warning chime to
sound and the Park Brake message
to appear in the DIC. The message
will remain on until:
the park brake is released
the vehicle comes to a stop.
If you are towing a trailer and you
are parking on a hill, seeTowing a
Trailer on page 9-85.
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GAWR RR:Gross Axle Weight
Rating for the rear axle. See
Loading the Vehicle on
page 8-28.
Intended Outboard
Sidewall
:The side of an
asymmetrical tire, that must
always face outward when
mounted on a vehicle.
Kilopascal (kPa)
:The metric
unit for air pressure.
Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire
:A
tire used on light duty trucks
and some multipurpose
passenger vehicles.
Load Index
:An assigned
number ranging from 1 to 279
that corresponds to the load
carrying capacity of a tire.Maximum Ination
Pressure
:The maximum air
pressure to which a cold tire can
be inated. The maximum air
pressure is molded onto the
sidewall.
Maximum Load Rating
:The
load rating for a tire at the
maximum permissible ination
pressure for that tire.
Maximum Loaded Vehicle
Weight
:The sum of curb
weight, accessory weight,
vehicle capacity weight, and
production options weight.
Normal Occupant Weight
:The
number of occupants a vehicle
is designed to seat multiplied by
150 lbs (68 kg). SeeLoading
the Vehicle on page 8-28.
Occupant Distribution
:Designated seating positions.Outward Facing Sidewall
:The
side of an asymmetrical tire
that has a particular side
that faces outward when
mounted on a vehicle. The side
of the tire that contains a
whitewall, bears white lettering,
or bears manufacturer, brand,
and/or model name molding that
is higher or deeper than the
same moldings on the
other sidewall of the tire.
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire
:A
tire used on passenger cars and
some light duty trucks and
multipurpose vehicles.
Recommended Ination
Pressure
:Vehicle
manufacturer’s recommended
tire ination pressure as
shown on the tire placard. See
Inflation - Tire Pressure on
page 9-46andLoading
the Vehicle on page 8-28.
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