2010 PONTIAC VIBE suspension

Used Replacement Wheels
{CAUTION
Putting a used wheel on the
vehicle is dangerous. You cannot
know how it has been used or how
far it has been driven. It could fail
suddenly and cause a crash. If you
have to replace a wheel, use a
new GM original equipment wheel.
Tire Chains
{CAUTION
If the vehicle has P215/45R18
size tires, do not use tire chains.
There is not enough clearance.
Tire chains used on a vehicle
without the proper amount of
clearance can cause damage to(Continued)
CAUTION (Continued)
the brakes, suspension or other
vehicle parts. The area damaged
by the tire chains could cause you
to lose control of the vehicle and
you or others may be injured in a
crash.
Use another type of traction
device only if its manufacturer
recommends it for use on the
vehicle and tire size combination
and road conditions. Follow that
manufacturer’s instructions.
To help avoid damage to the
vehicle, drive slowly, readjust
or remove the device if it is
contacting the vehicle, and
do not spin the wheels.
If you do find traction devices that
will fit, install them on the front
tires. Notice:
If the vehicle has a tire
size other than P215/45R18 size
tires, use tire chains only where
legal and only when you must.
Use only SAE Class “S” type
chains that are the proper size
for the tires. Install them on the
front tires and tighten them as
tightly as possible with the
ends securely fastened. Drive
slowly and follow the chain
manufacturer’s instructions. If you
can hear the chains contacting the
vehicle, stop and retighten them.
If the contact continues, slow
down until it stops. Driving too
fast or spinning the wheels with
chains on will damage the vehicle.
Vehicle Care 9-61

Proper procedures to perform these
services can be found in a service
manual. SeeService Publications
Ordering Information on page 12-12 .
•Inspect the front and rear
suspension and steering system
for damaged, loose, or missing
parts or signs of wear. Inspect
power steering cables for proper
hook-up, binding, cracks, chafing,
etc. Clean and then inspect the
drive axle boot seals for damage,
tears, or leakage. Replace seals if
necessary.
•Inspect the complete exhaust
system. Inspect the body near
the exhaust system. Look for
broken, damaged, missing, or
out-of-position parts as well as
open seams, holes, loose
connections, or other conditions
which could cause a heat build-up
in the floor pan or could let
exhaust fumes into the vehicle.
SeeEngine Exhaust on
page 8-23.
•Inspect the complete fuel system
for damage or leaks.
•Inspect the cooling system
hoses and have them replaced
if they are cracked, swollen or
deteriorated. Inspect all pipes,
fittings and clamps; replace as
needed. Clean the outside of
the radiator and air conditioning
condenser. To help ensure proper
operation, a pressure test of the
cooling system and pressure cap
is recommended at least once
a year.
•Inspect the throttle system for
interference or binding, and for
damaged or missing parts.
Replace parts as needed.
Replace any components that
have high effort or excessive
wear. Do not lubricate accelerator
and cruise control cables.
•Inspect the complete brake
system. Inspect brake lines
and hoses for proper hook-up,
binding, leaks, cracks, chafing,
etc. Inspect disc brake pads for
wear and rotors for surface
condition. Inspect other brake
parts, including calipers, parking
brake, etc. You may need to have
your brakes inspected more often
if your driving habits or conditions
result in frequent braking.
10-14 Service and Maintenance

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