2009 PONTIAC VIBE mirror

Seats and Restraints......... 1-1
Front Seats
.................... 1-2
Rear Seats
.................... 1-7
Safety Belts
................... 1-8
Airbag System
..............1-21
Child Restraints
.............1-36
Keys, Doors and
Windows............................ 2-1
Keys
............................. 2-2
Doors and Locks
............ 2-6
Theft-Deterrent Systems
... 2-9
Windows
......................2-12
Mirrors
.........................2-13
Sunroof
........................2-14
Storage.............................. 3-1
Storage
......................... 3-1
Instruments and
Controls............................. 4-1
Instrument Panel
Overview
.................... 4-2
Warning Lights, Gages,
and Indicators
............4-11
OnStar
®System
............4-25
Lighting............................. 5-1
Lighting
......................... 5-1
Infotainment...................... 6-1
Audio System(s)
............. 6-1
Climate Controls............... 7-1
Climate Controls
............. 7-1
Driving and Operating....... 8-1
Starting and Operating
Your Vehicle
............... 8-2
Driving Your Vehicle
......8-17
Fuel
............................8-36
Vehicle Service
and Care............................ 9-1
Service
.......................... 9-2
Owner Checks
................ 9-5
Headlamp Aiming
..........9-30
Bulb Replacement
.........9-31
Electrical System
...........9-35
Tires
...........................9-41
Tire Changing
...............9-61Jump Starting
...............9-71
Towing
........................9-75
Appearance Care
..........9-83
Technical Data.................10-1
Vehicle Identication
......10-1
Capacities and
Specications
............10-2
Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts
.....10-4
Service and
Maintenance.....................11-1
Service and
Maintenance
..............11-1
Customer Information......12-1
Customer Information
.....12-1
Reporting Safety
Defects
...................12-15
Vehicle Data Recording
and Privacy
.............12-17
Index....................................i-1
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Keys, Doors and
Windows
Keys
Keys...................................2-2
Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System...................2-3
Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation. . . .2-4
Doors and Locks
Door Locks.........................2-6
Power Door Locks..............2-7
Rear Door Security Locks. . . .2-7
Liftgate...............................2-8
Theft-Deterrent Systems
Theft-Deterrent Systems.....2-9
Immobilizer.........................2-9
Immobilizer Operation.........2-9
Content Theft-Deterrent.....2-10
Windows
Windows...........................2-12
Power Windows................2-12
Sun Visors........................2-13
Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror. . . .2-13
Outside Power Mirror(s). . . .2-14
Sunroof
Sunroof.............................2-14
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-1
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On vehicles with this feature, the
power windows only work when the
ignition is turned to ON/RUN or
in Retained Accessory Power
(RAP). SeeRetained Accessory
Power (RAP) on page 8-4.
Switches on the driver door control
the driver and passenger windows.
Each passenger door has a
switch to control that window.
Press or pull the front of a switch to
lower or raise a window.AUTO (Express-Down):Press all
the way down and release to lower
the driver window automatically.
Pull up at any time to stop the
window from lowering.
o(Lock-Out):Press the lock-out
button, located on the driver
door, to disable the passenger
power windows and again to
enable them.
Only the driver window can be
operated when the lock-out feature
is used.
Sun Visors
Pull the visor toward you or move it
to the side to help reduce glare.
To use the mirror, slide the attached
cover.
Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror
Adjust the mirror to see clearly
behind the vehicle. Hold the mirror
in the center to move it up, down,
and side to side. The day/night lever
lets you adjust the mirror to avoid
glare from headlamps behind
your vehicle. Move the lever to the
right for nighttime use and back
to the center for daytime use.
Vehicles with OnStar
®have three
control buttons located at the bottom
of the mirror. SeeOnStar
®System
on page 4-25for more information.
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-13
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Outside Power Mirror(s)
The controls are located to
the left of the steering wheel
on the instrument panel.The vehicle must be in ON/RUN
or ACC/ACCESSORY to adjust
the mirrors.
1. Adjust either mirror by pushing
the selector switch to the L (left)
or R (right).
2. Use the arrows on the control
pad to adjust the direction of
the mirror.
3. Move the selector switch back to
the center. This locks the mirrors
in place.
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.
Sunroof
On vehicles with a sunroof,
the controls are on the overhead
console. The ignition must be
in ON/RUN or Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) for the sunroof
to work.
TILT:Slide the sunshade back.
Press to tilt the sunroof. Press again
to stop movement at any time.
DOWN:Press to lower the sunroof.
SLIDE:Press to open the sunroof.
It express opens and stops
before the fully open position.
Press again to fully open. Press
the switch at any time to stop the
sunroof from moving. If the sunshade
is closed it opens with the sunroof.
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The main components of the
instrument panel are the following:
A.Outside Power Mirror(s) on
page 2-14.
B.Outlet Adjustment on page 7-3.
C.Turn Signal/Multifunction
Lever on page 4-4.
D.Instrument Panel Cluster on
page 4-12.
E.Windshield Wipers on page 4-7.
F. Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator.Passenger Sensing
System on page 1-28.
Security Light. SeeContent
Theft-Deterrent on page 2-10.
G.Hazard Warning Flashers on
page 4-3.
H.Audio System(s) on page 6-1.
I.Traction Control System (TCS)
on page 8-21.
J.Content Theft-Deterrent on
page 2-10.
K.Driver Storage Compartment
on page 3-3.
L.Hood Release on page 9-5.M.Audio Steering Wheel Controls
on page 6-13.
N.Tilt Wheel on page 4-4.
O.Horn on page 4-3.
P.Cruise Control on page 4-4
(If Equipped).
Q.Ignition Positions on page 8-2.
R. Tire Pressure Reset Button
(Out of View). SeeTire Pressure
Monitor Operation on page 9-50.
S.Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating
Current on page 4-10On/Off
Button.
T. Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped)
or Accessory Power Outlet.
Ashtray(s) on page 4-10
orAccessory Power Outlet(s)
on page 4-9.
U. Shift Lever.Automatic
Transmission Operation
(Four Speed) on page 8-6or
Automatic Transmission
Operation (Five Speed)
on page 8-8orManual
Transmission Operation
on page 8-11.V.Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating
Current on page 4-10.
W.Climate Control System on
page 7-1.
X.Hooks on page 3-3
.
Y.Glove Box on page 3-1.
Hazard Warning Flashers
|
(Hazard Warning Flasher):
Press this button located on
the instrument panel, to make the
front and rear turn signal lamps ash
on and off. This warns others that
you are having trouble.
Press
|again to turn the
ashers off.
Horn
Press near or on the horn symbols
on the steering wheel pad to
sound the horn.
Instruments and Controls 4-3
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Of course, traction is reduced when
water, snow, ice, gravel, or other
material is on the road. For safety,
you want to slow down and adjust
your driving to these conditions. It is
important to slow down on slippery
surfaces because stopping distance
is longer and vehicle control more
limited.
While driving on a surface with
reduced traction, try your best to
avoid sudden steering, acceleration,
or braking, including reducing vehicle
speed by shifting to a lower gear.
Any sudden changes could cause
the tires to slide. You might not
realize the surface is slippery until
your vehicle is skidding. Learn to
recognize warning clues — such as
enough water, ice, or packed snow
on the road to make a mirrored
surface — and slow down when
you have any doubt.
Remember: Any Antilock Brake
System (ABS) helps avoid only the
braking skid.Driving at Night
Night driving is more dangerous
than day driving because
some drivers are likely to be
impaired — by alcohol or drugs,
with night vision problems, or
by fatigue.
Night driving tips include:
Drive defensively.
Do not drink and drive.
Reduce headlamp glare by
adjusting the inside rearview
mirror.
Slow down and keep more space
between you and other vehicles
because headlamps can only
light up so much road ahead.
Watch for animals.
When tired, pull off the road.
Do not wear sunglasses.
Avoid staring directly into
approaching headlamps.
Keep the windshield and all glass
on your vehicle clean — inside
and out.
Keep your eyes moving,
especially during turns or curves.
No one can see as well at night as
in the daytime. But, as we get older,
these differences increase.
A 50-year-old driver might need at
least twice as much light to see the
same thing at night as a 20-year-old.
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Before Leaving on a
Long Trip
To prepare your vehicle for a long
trip, consider having it serviced
by your dealer/retailer before
departing.
Things to check on your own
include:
Windshield Washer Fluid:
Reservoir full? Windows
clean — inside and outside?
Wiper Blades:In good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids:All
levels checked?
Lamps:Do they all work and are
lenses clean?
Tires:Are treads good? Are
tires inated to recommended
pressure?
Weather and Maps:Safe to
travel? Have up-to-date maps?
Highway Hypnosis
Always be alert and pay attention
to your surroundings while driving.
If you become tired or sleepy, nd
a safe place to park your vehicle
and rest.
Other driving tips include:
Keep the vehicle well ventilated.
Keep interior temperature cool.
Keep your eyes moving — scan
the road ahead and to the sides.
Check the rearview mirror and
vehicle instruments often.
Hill and Mountain Roads
Driving on steep hills or through
mountains is different than driving
on at or rolling terrain. Tips for
driving in these conditions include:
Keep the vehicle serviced
and in good shape.
Check all uid levels and brakes,
tires, cooling system, and
transmission.
Going down steep or long hills,
shift to a lower gear.
{CAUTION
If you do not shift down, the
brakes could get so hot that they
would not work well. You would
then have poor braking or even
none going down a hill. You could
crash. Shift down to let the engine
assist the brakes on a steep
downhill slope.
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Blizzard Conditions
Being stuck in snow can be in
a serious situation. Stay with the
vehicle unless there is help nearby.
If possible, use theRoadside
Assistance Program on page 12-5.
To get help and keep everyone in
the vehicle safe:
Turn on theHazard Warning
Flashers on page 4-3.
Tie a red cloth to an outside
mirror.
{CAUTION
Snow can trap engine exhaust
under the vehicle. This may cause
exhaust gases to get inside.
Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide (CO) which cannot be
seen or smelled. It can cause
unconsciousness and even death.
(Continued)
CAUTION (Continued)
If the vehicle is stuck in the snow:
Clear away snow from
around the base of your
vehicle, especially any that
is blocking the exhaust pipe.
Check again from time to
time to be sure snow does
not collect there.
Open a window about
two inches on the side of
the vehicle that is away from
the wind to bring in fresh air.
Fully open the air outlets
on or under the instrument
panel.
Adjust the Climate Control
system to a setting that
circulates the air inside
the vehicle and set the fan
speed to the highest setting.
See Climate Control System
in the Index.
(Continued)
CAUTION (Continued)
For more information about
carbon monoxide, seeEngine
Exhaust on page 8-16.
Snow can trap exhaust gases
under your vehicle. This can
cause deadly CO (carbon
monoxide) gas to get inside. CO
could overcome you and kill you.
You cannot see it or smell it, so
you might not know it is in your
vehicle. Clear away snow from
around the base of your vehicle,
especially any that is blocking the
exhaust
Run the engine for short periods
only as needed to keep warm,
but be careful.
8-30 Driving and Operating
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