2010 PONTIAC VIBE manual transmission

❑Inspect engine accessory drive
belts (or every 48 months,
whichever occurs first). Visually
inspect belt for fraying, excessive
cracks, or obvious damage.
Replace belt if necessary.
An Emission Control Service.
❑ Replace spark plugs. An Emission
Control Service.
❑ Inspect for tappet noise and
engine vibration. Adjust valve
clearance to factory specifications
if necessary (or every 48 months,
whichever occurs first). An
Emission Control Service.
❑ Inspect fuel tank, cap, cap gasket,
and lines for damage or leaks
(or every 24 months, whichever
occurs first). Replace parts as
needed. An Emission Control
Service. (See footnote †.)
❑ Change manual transmission fluid
every 48 000 km (30,000 miles)
only if your vehicle is used to tow
a trailer. ❑
Change automatic transmission
fluid every 96 000 km
(60,000 miles) if the vehicle is
mainly driven under one or more
of these conditions:
- In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly
reaches 32°C (90°F) or higher.
- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle under
any of these conditions, the uid
does not require changing.
See Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 10-15 for
the proper uid to use.240 000 km (150,000 Miles)
❑ Drain, flush, and refill the
cooling system (or every
5 years, whichever occurs first).
This service can be complex; you
should have your dealer/retailer
perform this service. See Engine
Coolant on page 9-19 for what
to use. Inspect hoses. Clean
radiator, condenser, pressure
cap, and neck. Pressure test
cooling system and pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service.
10-10 Service and Maintenance

At Each Fuel Fill
It is important to perform these
underhood checks at each fuel ll.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and
add the proper oil if necessary.
SeeEngine Oil on page 9-9 .
Notice: It is important to check
the engine oil regularly and keep it
at the proper level. Failure to keep
the engine oil at the proper level
can cause damage to the engine
not covered by the vehicle
warranty.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and
add DEX-COOL
®coolant mixture
if necessary. See Engine Coolant
on page 9-19.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level
Check
Check the windshield washer fluid
level in the windshield washer fluid
reservoir and add the proper fluid if
necessary. See Washer Fluid on
page 9-24. Hood Latch Operation Check
Pull the primary hood latch
release handle inside the vehicle.
The secondary latch should keep
the hood from opening all the way
when the primary latch is released.
Make sure the hood closes firmly.
See
Hood on page 9-5.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Inspect the tires and make sure
the tires are inflated to the correct
pressures. Do not forget to check the
spare tire. See Tires on page 9-43.
At Least Twice a Year
Wiper Blade Check
Inspect wiper blades for wear,
cracking, or contamination. Clean
the windshield and wiper blades,
if contaminated. Replace wiper
blades that are worn or damaged.
SeeWiper Blade Replacement on
page 9-30 andExterior Care on
page 9-75 for more information. Weatherstrip Lubrication
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will
make them last longer, seal better,
and not stick or squeak. Apply
silicone grease with a clean cloth.
During very cold, damp weather
more frequent application may be
required. See
Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants on page 10-15 .
Fluid Level Check
Check the power steering pump, rear
axle, transfer case, and automatic
or manual transmission fluid levels
and add as needed. See Automatic
Transmission Fluid on page 9-12
or Manual Transmission Fluid on
page 9-14. Check for leaks. A fluid
loss in these systems could indicate
a problem. Have the system
inspected and repaired at once.
Service and Maintenance 10-11

At Least Once a Year
Key Lock Cylinders Service
Lubricate the key lock cylinders
with the lubricant specified in
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 10-15.
Seat Operation Check
Make sure the head restraints stay
in position and all seat latches
lock. Check that the recliner holds
by pushing and pulling the seatback
while it is reclined.
Body Lubrication Service
Lubricate all hood latch assembly,
secondary latch, pivots, spring
anchor, release pawl, hood and
body door hinges, rear compartment,
and any folding seat hardware.
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 10-15 tells
you what to use. More frequent
lubrication might be required when
exposed to a corrosive environment.
Starter Switch Check
See Starter Switch Check on
page 9-30. Automatic Transmission Shift
Lock Control System Check
{CAUTION
When you are doing this
inspection, the vehicle could move
suddenly. If the vehicle moves,
you or others could be injured.
1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the
vehicle. It should be parked on a
level surface.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 8-33 .
Be ready to apply the regular
brake immediately if the vehicle
begins to move.
3. With the engine off, turn the ignition to ON/RUN, but do not
start the engine. Without applying
the regular brake, try to move the
shift lever out of P (Park) with
normal effort. If the shift lever
moves out of P (Park), contact
your dealer/retailer for service. Ignition Transmission Lock
Check
While parked, and with the parking
brake set, try to turn the ignition
to LOCK/OFF in each shift
lever position.
•For automatic transmission
vehicles, the ignition should
turn to LOCK/OFF only when
the shift lever is in P (Park).
•For manual transmission
vehicles, the ignition should
turn to LOCK/OFF only if
you push the ignition key in
farther, while turning it toward
LOCK/OFF.
Contact your dealer/retailer if
service is required.
10-12 Service and Maintenance

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
UsageFluid/Lubricant
Engine Oil Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the
American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst
symbol. To determine the proper viscosity for the vehicle’s engine, see
Engine Oil on page 9-9
.
Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL
®
Coolant. See
Engine Coolant on page 9-19 .
Hydraulic Brake/Clutch System Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 88862806, in Canada 88862807). Windshield Washer Optikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or
lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission Fluid WS ATF (GM Part No. U.S. 88863400,
in Canada 88863401).
Manual Transmission GM Goodwrench
®Synthetic Manual Transmission Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346190, in Canada 10953477 — 1 quart)
or SAE 75W-90 GL-5 gear oil.
Manual Transmission Shift Linkage Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242)
or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Clutch Linkage Pivot Points Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242)
or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Service and Maintenance 10-15

ApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Transmission, Automatic (Complete Drain and Refill) 1.8L L4 Engine 3.1 qt2.9 L
2.4L L4 Engine 3.7 qt3.5 L
Transmission, Manual (Complete Drain and Refill) 1.8L L4 Engine 2.0 qt1.9 L
2.4L L4 Engine 2.6 qt2.5 L
Wheel Nut Torque 76 lb ft103Y
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual.
Engine Specications
Engine VIN CodeTransmission Spark Plug Gap
1.8L L4 8Automatic
Manual 0.043 in (1.10 mm)
2.4L L4 0Automatic
Manual 0.043 in (1.10 mm)
Technical Data 11-3

Managing the Vehicle Damage
Repair Process
In the event that your vehicle
requires damage repairs, GM
recommends that you take an
active role in its repair. If you have
a pre-determined repair facility of
choice, take your vehicle there, or
have it towed there. Specify to the
facility that any required replacement
collision parts be original equipment
parts, either new Genuine GM parts
or recycled original GM parts.
Remember, recycled parts will
not be covered by your GM vehicle
warranty.
Insurance pays the bill for the repair,
but you must live with the repair.
Depending on your policy limits, your
insurance company may initially
value the repair using aftermarket
parts. Discuss this with your repair
professional, and insist on Genuine
GM parts. Remember if your vehicle
is leased you may be obligated tohave the vehicle repaired with
Genuine GM parts, even if your
insurance coverage does not pay
the full cost.
If another party’s insurance company
is paying for the repairs, you are not
obligated to accept a repair valuation
based on that insurance company’s
collision policy repair limits, as you
have no contractual limits with that
company. In such cases, you can
have control of the repair and parts
choices as long as cost stays within
reasonable limits.
Service Publications
Ordering Information
Service Manuals
Service Manuals have the diagnosis
and repair information on engines,
transmission, axle suspension,
brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc.
Service Bulletins
Service Bulletins give additional
technical service information needed
to knowledgeably service General
Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin
contains instructions to assist in
the diagnosis and service of your
vehicle.
Owner Information
Owner publications are written
specifically for owners and intended
to provide basic operational
information about the vehicle.
The owner manual includes the
Maintenance Schedule for all
models.
In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio,
Owner Manual, and Warranty
Booklet.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$35.00 (U.S.) plus processing fee
Without Portfolio: Owner
Manual only.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$25.00 (U.S.) plus processing fee
12-12 Customer Information

A
Accessories andModifications ...................... 9-3
Accessory Power .................8-18
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ....2-35
Add-On Electrical Equipment ....................... 8-50
Adjustments Seat, Front ........................ 2-4
Seat, Initial Drive ................ 2-3
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine .......9-16
Air Filter, Passenger Compartment ..................... 7-4
Air Vents .............................. 7-4
Airbag System Check ............................. 2-36
How Does an Airbag Restrain? ..................... 2-28
Passenger Sensing System ........................ 2-29
What Makes an Airbag Inflate? ........................ 2-27Airbag System (cont.)
What Will You See Afteran Airbag Inflates? ........2-28
When Should an Airbag Inflate? ........................ 2-26
Where Are the Airbags? .....2-24
Airbags Adding Equipment to theVehicle ........................ 2-35
Passenger Status Indicator ....................... 4-13
Readiness Light ................4-12
Servicing Airbag-Equipped Vehicles ....................... 2-34
System Check ..................2-23
Alarm System Anti-Theft .......................... 1-7
All-Wheel Drive ............8-31, 9-29
All-Wheel-Drive Service Light ............................... 4-18
AM-FM Radio ........................ 6-4
Antenna Satellite Radio ................... 6-9
Antilock Brake System (ABS) ..................8-32
Warning Light ................... 4-17Anti-Theft
Alarm System .................... 1-7
Appearance Care Exterior ........................... 9-75
Interior ............................ 9-80
Ashtrays ...............................

4-8
Assistance Program, Roadside ......................... 12-6
Audio Players ........................ 6-9
CD ................................... 6-9
MP3 ............................... 6-11
Audio System Fixed Mast Antenna ............ 6-8
Audio Systems Radio Reception ................. 6-8
Automatic Headlamp System .............. 5-3
Automatic Transmission ............8-24, 8-27
Fluid ............................... 9-12
Manual Mode ................... 8-28
Auxiliary Devices ..................6-14
INDEX i-1

Lights (cont.)Engine Oil Pressure ..........4-19
Flash-to-Pass ..................... 5-2
Fog Lamps ...................... 4-20
High-Beam On .................4-20
High/Low Beam Changer ..... 5-2
Low Fuel Warning .............4-20
Low Washer Fluid Warning ....................... 4-21
Safety Belt Reminders .......4-11
Security ........................... 4-20
Service All-Wheel-Drive ......4-18
Speed Sensitive Power Steering (SSPS)
Warning ....................... 4-18
StabiliTrak
®Indicator .........4-18
Taillamp Indicator ..............4-21
Tire Pressure ................... 4-19
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning ..............4-19
Load Rails and Hooks ............ 3-4
Locks Door ................................. 1-5
Power Door ....................... 1-6
Safety ............................... 1-6
Loss of Control ..................... 8-6
Low Fuel Warning Light ........4-20 Low Washer Fluid Warning
Light ............................... 4-21
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCHE
SYSTEM) ........................ 2-45
M
Maintenance
Records ......................... 10-18
Replacement Parts ..........10-17
Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluidsand Lubricants ............10-15
Scheduled Maintenance .....10-3
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ....4-14
Manual Mode ...................... 8-28
Manual Transmission ............8-29
Fluid ............................... 9-14
Mirrors Folding ............................ 1-10
Manual Rearview ..............1-11
Outlets ....................... 4-6, 4-7
Power ............................. 1-10
Monitor System, Tire Pressure ......................... 9-50
MP3 ................................... 6-11
N
Navigation System
Vehicle Data Recordingand Privacy ................12-15
New Vehicle Break-In ...........8-16
O
Odometer ........................... 4-10
Trip ................................ 4-10
Off-Road Recovery .......................... 8-6
Oil Pressure Light ..................4-19
Oil, Engine ........................... 9-9
Older Children, Restraints ......2-37
Online Owner Center ............12-4
OnStar
®System .................. 4-23
Operation, Infotainment System ............................. 6-2
Outlets Power ........................ 4-6, 4-7
Overheating, Engine .............9-23
i-6 INDEX