2008 PONTIAC G8 AUX

{CAUTION
In freezing weather, do not use
your washer until the
windshield is warmed.
Otherwise the washer uid can
form ice on the windshield,
blocking your vision.
Accessory Power
Outlet(s)
The accessory power outlets can be
used to connect auxiliary electrical
equipment, such as a cellular phone.
The vehicle has two accessory
power outlets. One accessory power
outlet is located under the climate
controls and the other is located
inside the center oor console.
To use the outlet, the ignition
must be in ON/RUN or ACC/
ACCESSORY. 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/retailer for additional
information on the power
accessory plugs.Notice:Adding any electrical
equipment to the vehicle
may damage it or keep other
components from working as they
should. The repairs would not
be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Do not use equipment
exceeding maximum amperage
rating of 10 amperes. Check with
your dealer/retailer 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.
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CD:Press to start playback of a
CD already in the drive if it was not
the last audio source.
CD
j:Press to pause and resume
playback of the CD. Press to start
playback of a CD already in the
player if it was not the last audio
source.
j(Pause):Press to pause and
resume playback of the CD.
r(Fast Reverse):Press and hold
to quickly move backward within
the current track.
[(Fast Forward):Press and hold
to quickly move forward within the
current track.
rDISC (Previous):Press to select
the previous disc for playback.
[DISC (Next):Press to select the
next disc for playback.
AUX (Auxiliary):Press to stop CD
playback and use the AUX input.
Playing an MP3 Disc
For more information on how to
play an MP3 CD-R/RW disc,
seeUsing an MP3 on page 6-19.
Care of CDs
Sound quality can be reduced
because of CD quality, the method
of recording, the quality of the
music that has been recorded, and
the way the CD has been handled.
If the surface of a CD is soiled,
take a soft, lint free cloth or dampen
a clean, soft cloth in a mild,
neutral detergent solution mixed
with water, and clean it. Make sure
the wiping process starts from
the center to the edge.
Handle CDs carefully.
Do not touch the bottom side of
a CD while handling it; this
could damage the surface.
Pick up CDs by grasping the
outer edges or the edge of
the hole and the outer edge.
Store CDs in their original cases
or other protective cases and
away from direct sunlight
and dust.
Care of the CD Player
Notice:If a label is added to a CD,
or more than one CD is inserted
into the slot at a time, or an
attempt is made to play scratched
or damaged CDs, the CD player
could be damaged. While using
the CD player, use only CDs in
good condition without any label,
load one CD at a time, and keep
the CD player and the loading slot
free of foreign materials, liquids,
and debris.
Do not add any label to a CD, it
could get caught in the CD player.
If a CD is recorded on a personal
computer and a description label
is needed, label the top of the
recorded CD with a marking pen.
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The use of CD lens cleaners for
CDs is not advised, due to the risk
of contaminating the lens of the
CD optics with lubricants internal to
the CD player mechanism.
If an error displays, see “CD
Messages” later in this section.
CD Messages
If the CD ejects, or stops playing,
it could be for one of the following
reasons:
The vehicle is being driven on a
very rough road. The CD should
play when the road becomes
smoother.
It is very hot. The CD should
play when the temperature
returns to normal.
The air is very humid. Wait about
an hour and try again.
The CD is dirty, scratched, wet,
or upside down.
The label is caught in the
CD player.
The format of the CD is not
compatible. SeeUsing an
MP3 on page 6-19.
There was a problem while
recording the CD.
If the CD is not playing correctly,
for any other reason, try a known
good CD.
If an error is displayed, occurs
repeatedly, or cannot be corrected,
write down the error and contact
the dealer/retailer.
Using the Auxiliary Input Jack
Only connect portable audio players
to the auxiliary input jack located on
the right side of the faceplate.
Set up portable audio players
while the vehicle is in PARK (P).
SeeDefensive Driving on page 8-13
for more information on driver
distraction.
Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 inch) cable
between the radio’s front auxiliary
input jack and a portable audio
player. The radio automatically
detects the device and AUX INPUT
DEVICE displays. The portable
audio player plays audio over the
vehicle speakers. If a portable audio
player has already been connected,
the portable audio player does
not begin playing audio until
the AUX button is pressed.
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The rear auxiliary input connector is
located on the back of the radio.
See your dealer/retailer for
more information about this feature.
To disable the rear auxiliary input
on the radio with a single CD player:
1. Press the volume knob to
enter the Option Menu, AUDIO is
highlighted.
2. Turn the volume knob until
REAR AUX highlights.
3. Press the volume knob to enter
the REAR AUX setting.
4. Turn the volume knob to turn the
rear auxiliary input ON or OFF.
5. Press the volume knob to save
and exit the setting.
6. Select the BACK option or wait
eight seconds to exit the menu.To disable the rear auxiliary input on
the radio with a six-disc CD player:
1. Press the MENU knob to enter
the Option Menu, Audio is
highlighted.
2. Turn the MENU knob until Rear
AUX highlights.
3. Press the MENU knob to enter
the Rear AUX setting.
4. Turn the MENU knob to turn the
rear auxiliary input On or Off.
5. Press the MENU knob to save
and exit the setting.
6. Select the Back option or wait
eight seconds to exit the menu.AUX (Auxiliary):Press AUX to
switch between the front and
rear AUX input jack.
Press the AUX button to start audio
playback from the portable audio
player that is connected to the front
AUX input jack, if this was the
last source.
Volume:Turn to increase or
decrease the volume of the portable
player. Additional volume
adjustments to the portable device
may be needed.
BAND:Press to listen to the radio
when a portable audio device is
playing.
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l(Forward):Press to go to the
next track or press
lmultiple times
until the desired track is reached.
g(Reverse):Press to go back to
the start of the current track or
press
gmultiple times until
the desired track is reached.
Theft-Deterrent Feature
The radio has an electronically
coded security system that links the
radio to the vehicle. When the
ignition is off, a ashing red light on
the upper left side of the radio
indicates the security system is on.
If the radio is moved to a different
vehicle, it will not operate and
Security Lockout Active displays.
Contact your dealer/retailer to
unlock the radio.
Audio Steering Wheel
Controls
The vehicle has audio steering
wheel controls.
Some audio controls can be
adjusted at the steering wheel.
Several functions of the audio
system can be operated with the
audio remote control buttons and the
rotary control wheel.
SRCE (Source):Press to select
between FM1, FM2, AM, CD, Front
AUX (auxiliary), or Rear AUX.
QR(Scroll Wheel Control):
Push to select the next disc in the
changer.
Turn the scroll wheel up or down to:
Select the next or previous
preset radio station.
Select the next or previous track.
%(Voice In):Press to interact
with the OnStar®system.
{(Call End):Press to end an
OnStar®phone call.
+−(Scroll Wheel Control):Turn
the scroll wheel control up or
down to increase or decrease the
volume. Press to mute the audio
system, press again to turn
the sound back on.
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Fuses UsageF1 Airbag
F2 Trunk Release
F3 Door Locks
F4 Inadvertent
Power LED
F5 Courtesy/Turn
Signal Lamps/Front
Passenger Turn
Signal
F6 Rear and Side
Passenger Side
Turn Signal
F7 Spare
F8 Driver Side Turn
Signal
F9 Body Control
Module
F10 Stoplamps
F11 Interior Lamps
F12 Discrete Logic
Ignition Sensor/Theft
Deterrent System
F13 Rear Cigarette
Lighter
F14 Auxiliary Power
Instrument Panel Fuse Block - Fuse Puller Shown
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