2008 PONTIAC G8 Owners Manual

There is an emergency trunk
release handle located inside the
trunk on the trunk latch. Access the
release handle by folding the
rear seat center seatback. SeeRear
Seat Operation on page 1-5. Pull
the release handle to open the trunk
from the inside.
The release can also be pulled from
inside the trunk.
Theft-Deterrent
Systems
Vehicle theft is big business,
especially in some cities. This
vehicle has theft-deterrent features,
however, they do not make it
impossible to steal.
Immobilizer
This device complies with Part 15
of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause
interference.
2. This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause
undesired operation.This device complies with RSS-210
of Industry Canada. Operation is
subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause
interference.
2. This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause
undesired operation of the
device.
Changes or modications to this
system by other than an authorized
service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment.
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Immobilizer Operation
Your vehicle has a passive
theft-deterrent system.
The system is automatically armed
when the key is removed from
the ignition.
The system is disarmed when the
key is turned to ON/RUN.
You do not have to manually arm or
disarm the system.
The key uses a transponder that
matches an immobilizer control unit
in your vehicle and automatically
disarms the system. Only the correct
key will start the vehicle. If the
key is ever damaged, you may not
be able to start your vehicle.
If the vehicle does not start:
Make sure the fold away key is
fully extended.
Avoid attaching several keys with
the ignition key.
Avoid attaching keys from other
vehicles to the ignition key.
Do not attempt to start the
vehicle with a non-approved key.
Do not disassemble the key.
When trying to start the vehicle, if
the engine does not start, the
key may have a damaged
transponder. Turn the ignition off
and try again.
If the engine still does not start, and
the key appears to be undamaged,
try another ignition key.
If the engine still does not start,
your vehicle needs service.
See your dealer/retailer to service
the theft-deterrent system and
have a new key made.
The following procedure is for
programming additional keys only. If
all vehicle keys are lost or no
longer work, see your dealer/retailer.
A new key must be made prior to
programming.
A maximum of four keys can be
programmed for your vehicle.The key is purchased as two
sections: the key blade and
immobilizer section (A) and the
remote keyless entry and remote
start system section (B).
Do not join the two key sections
until programming is complete.
To program a new section (A):
1. Insert the original, already
programmed key into the ignition
and start the engine.
If the engine does not start, see
your dealer/retailer.
2. Remove the key from the
ignition.
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3. Insert and turn the new
section (A) to ON/RUN within
ve seconds of removing
the original key.
4. Turn the new section (A) to
LOCK/OFF. Section (A) is
now programmed.
To program a new section (B):
1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with
the new section (A).
The vehicle must be in
PARK (P).
2. Select Remote Key from the
personalization menu.
3. Select Program.
4. Press
QandWon the new
section (B), at the same time,
until you hear two beeps.
5. Repeat Step 4 for all other keys,
including keys that require
programming or ones previously
programmed to the vehicle.
Any key not reprogrammed will
be erased.6. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.
7. Join sections (A) and (B)
until they click.
Do not join the two key sections
until programming is complete.
Do not leave the key or device that
disarms or deactivates the theft
deterrent system in the vehicle.
Content Theft-Deterrent
Your vehicle has a content
theft-deterrent alarm system.
Arming the System
To arm the system, either:
PressQon the RKE transmitter.
Or, lock the vehicle using the
key in the driver’s door.
The alarm will automatically arm
after about 30 seconds. The security
light, located on the instrument
panel, will ash.Press
Von the RKE transmitter
to open the trunk without setting
off the alarm. The system will rearm
when the trunk is closed.
Disarming the System
To disarm the system, do one of the
following:
PressKon the RKE transmitter.
Turn the ignition to ON/RUN.
Allow the alarm to time out after
about 30 seconds and reset
itself.
The alarm will automatically disarm.
If the system is armed and any
door is unlocked without pressing
K
on the RKE transmitter the alarm
will sound.
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How to Detect a Tamper
Condition
IfKis pressed and the horn
sounds, an attempted break-in has
occurred while the system was
armed.
If the alarm has been activated, the
Alarm Activated message appears
followed by a message showing
what location set off the alarm.
If there is more than one, all will
appear. Each message will appear
for about one second and return
to the Alarm Activated message.
SeeDIC Warnings and Messages
on page 4-27for additional
information.
Windows
{CAUTION
Leaving children, helpless
adults, or pets in a vehicle with
the windows closed is
dangerous. They can be
overcome by the extreme heat
and suffer permanent injuries
or even death from heat stroke.
Never leave a child, a helpless
adult, or a pet alone in a
vehicle, especially with the
windows closed in warm or hot
weather.
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Power Windows
A. Power Window Switches
B. Rear Window Lockout SwitchThe power window switches (A) for
all doors are located on the
center console. The switches work
when the ignition is in ON/RUN,
ACC/ACCESSORY, or in Retained
Accessory Power (RAP). See
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
on page 8-3.
Press down or pull up on the switch
to open or close a window.
Express-Down Window
The driver and front passenger
window switches have an
express-down feature to allow the
window to be lowered without
holding the switch. Press the switch
down all the way, release it, and
the window goes down
automatically. Stop the window
while it is lowering by pressing or
pulling the switch.
Rear Window Lockout
Press the lockout buttono(B), to
prevent rear seat passengers
from operating the windows. Press
the button again to turn the
feature off.
Rear Power Windows
The rear doors have their own
switches.
R:Press to open the window.
Q:Press to close the window.
Sun Visors
Pull the visor toward you, or move it
to the side to help reduce glare.
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Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror
The vehicle has a manual rearview
mirror with a compass display
and OnStar
®control buttons located
at the bottom of the mirror. See
your dealer/retailer for more
information on the system and how
to subscribe to OnStar. See
OnStar
®System on page 4-36for
more information about the services
OnStar provides.
Adjust the mirror to see clearly
behind your vehicle. Hold it in the
center to move it up or down
and side to side.
Headlamp Glare
1. To reduce headlamp glare from
vehicles following from behind,
pull the lever toward you.
The rear view clarity is reduced
when the mirror is set to
reduce headlamp glare.2. Return the lever back to its
original position as soon as
the glare has disappeared to
restore the rear view.
Cleaning the Mirror
Do not spray glass cleaner directly
on the mirror. Use a paper towel
or similar material dampened
with glass cleaner.
Compass
Compass Display
Y(On/Off):Press to turn the
compass on or off. The compass
display can show a maximum of two
characters. For example, NE is
displayed for north-east.
When the ignition and the compass
feature are on, a character box
displays for about two seconds.
After two seconds, the mirror
displays the direction the vehicle is
facing.
Compass Calibration
When on, the compass automatically
calibrates as the vehicle is driven. If,
after two seconds, the display does
not show a compass direction, (N for
North, for example), there may be a
strong magnetic eld interfering with
the compass. Interference can be
caused by a magnetic antenna
mount, magnetic note pad holder, or
a similar magnetic item. If CAL
should ever display in the compass
window, the compass might need
calibration.
Press and hold
Yfor several
seconds to activate the compass
calibration mode. CAL displays
in the compass window on
the mirror.
The mirror can be calibrated by
driving the vehicle in circles
at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until the
display shows a direction.
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Compass Variance
The mirror is set to zone eight.
Adjust the compass to compensate
for compass variance if you live
outside zone eight. Under certain
conditions, such as during a
long-distance, cross-country trip, it
is necessary to adjust for compass
variance. If the variance is not
adjusted, the compass could give
false readings.
To adjust for compass variance:
1. Find the current location
and variance zone number on
the following zone map.2. Press and hold
Yuntil zone
displays.
3. Once zone displays, press
Y
repeatedly until the correct
zone number displays. If CAL
displays in the compass window,
the compass might need
calibration. See “Compass
Calibration” explained previously.
Outside Power Mirror(s)
With the ignition on, move the
selector switch located on the center
console to the left or right to choose
either the driver or passenger
side mirror.
To adjust a mirror, use the arrows
located on the four-way control
pad to move the mirror in the
desired direction. The mirror moves
right or left, up or down. Adjust
each mirror to see the side of your
vehicle and the area beside and
behind your vehicle. Keep the
selector switch in the center position
when not adjusting either outside
mirror.
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Manually fold the mirrors inward to
prevent damage when going
through an automatic car wash. To
fold, push the mirror toward the
vehicle. Push the mirror outward, to
return to its original position.
Outside Convex Mirror
{CAUTION
A convex mirror can make
things (like other vehicles) look
farther away than they really
are. If you cut too sharply into
the right lane, you could hit a
vehicle on your right. Check
your inside mirror or glance
over your shoulder before
changing lanes.
The passenger side mirror is convex
shaped. A convex mirror’s surface
is curved so more can be seen from
the driver seat. It also makes
things, like other vehicles, look
farther away than they really are.
Sunroof
The sunroof control is located
between the sun visors. It works
when the ignition is in ON/RUN. The
sunroof will not operate after the
engine is turned off.
From the closed position
9, turn
the control clockwise to one of
the six open positions. The
sunshade opens with the sunroof.
Tilt the sunroof by turning the control
counter-clockwise.
Obstruction Detection
When the sunroof encounters an
obstruction while closing, it
immediately returns to the fully open
or tilt position. The sunroof will
not move again until the control is
pressed upward, or a different
position is selected.
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