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Pontiac 2005 Aztek User Manual

Pontiac 2005 Aztek
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Seats and Restraint Systems
........................... 1-1
Front Seats
............................................... 1-2
Rear Seats
............................................... 1-6
Safety Belts
............................................. 1-11
Child Restraints
....................................... 1-35
Airbag System
......................................... 1-56
Restraint System Check
............................ 1-66
Features and Controls
..................................... 2-1
Keys
........................................................ 2-2
Doors and Locks
....................................... 2-7
Windows
................................................. 2-12
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................ 2-14
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
........... 2-19
Mirrors
.................................................... 2-31
OnStar
®
System
...................................... 2-32
Storage Areas
......................................... 2-33
Sunroof
.................................................. 2-48
Instrument Panel
............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 3-4
Climate Controls
...................................... 3-21
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
........ 3-27
Message Center
....................................... 3-39
Driver Information Center (DIC)
.................. 3-47
Audio System(s)
....................................... 3-59
Driving Your Vehicle
....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
..... 4-2
Towing
................................................... 4-36
Service and Appearance Care
.......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-3
Fuel
......................................................... 5-5
Checking Things Under the Hood
............... 5-10
All-Wheel Drive
........................................ 5-44
Bulb Replacement
.................................... 5-46
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
......... 5-51
Tires
...................................................... 5-52
Appearance Care
..................................... 5-91
Vehicle Identification
............................... 5-100
Electrical System
.................................... 5-101
Capacities and Specifications
................... 5-107
Maintenance Schedule
..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance and Information
.............. 7-1
Customer Assistance and Information
........... 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
........................... 7-11
Index
................................................................ 1
2005 Pontiac Aztek Owner Manual M

Table of Contents

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Pontiac 2005 Aztek Specifications

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BrandPontiac
Model2005 Aztek
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Front Seats

Covers manual passenger seat, six-way power seats, manual lumbar, and heated seats adjustments.

Rear Seats

Instructions for adjusting, folding, and removing rear seats, including split bench seat details.

Safety Belts

Emphasizes proper safety belt usage for all occupants and discusses dangers of improper use.

Child Restraints

Guidance on using vehicle safety belts for older children and infants, and proper restraint systems.

Airbag System

Explains the vehicle's airbag system, locations, inflation triggers, and restraint functions.

Section 2 Features and Controls

Keys

Details the function of the vehicle's key for ignition, locks, and storage compartments.

Doors and Locks

Covers manual and power door locks, delayed and automatic locking, and rear door security locks.

Windows

Provides safety information regarding leaving occupants in vehicles with closed windows and power window operation.

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Discusses the vehicle's theft-deterrent features, including Content Theft-Deterrent and PASS-Key® III.

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Covers new vehicle break-in procedures, ignition switch positions, and engine starting.

Parking Brake

Instructions on how to set and release the parking brake, and CAUTION regarding its use.

Mirrors

Covers manual rearview mirror, outside power mirrors, and outside convex mirrors.

Storage Areas

Details various storage compartments like glove box, cupholders, and rear storage.

Roof Rack System

CAUTION on carrying items on the roof rack and proper loading procedures.

Sliding Rear Convenience Tray

CAUTION on securing removable items and instructions for using the sliding tray.

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Provides a visual overview of the instrument panel components with labels.

Cruise Control

Basic operation of cruise control, including ON, R/A, SET, and OFF functions.

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Describes warning lights and gages that signal vehicle issues for safety and maintenance.

Message Center

Provides important safety and maintenance information via messages.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Displays vehicle information, surroundings, and has a compass.

Audio System(s)

Overview of audio system features, including radio, CD, and XM™ Satellite Radio.

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Emphasizes driver behavior as the most critical factor for safe driving.

Defensive Driving

Core advice on driving defensively by anticipating others' actions and maintaining safe distances.

Drunken Driving

CAUTION on the dangers of drinking and driving, its effects on skills, and legal limits.

Control of a Vehicle

Explains the role of brakes, steering, and accelerator, and how loss of traction can lead to loss of control.

Braking

Discusses perception and reaction time in braking, stopping distances, and avoiding heavy braking.

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

Explains how ABS works to prevent skidding and its operational checks.

Steering

Power steering function and tips for driving on curves safely.

Loss of Control

What happens when control systems exceed tire-road friction and advice on recovery.

Skidding

Types of skids (braking, steering, acceleration) and how to handle them.

Driving at Night

Tips for safer night driving, including visibility and driver impairment.

Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads

How wet roads affect traction and CAUTION about wet brakes.

City Driving

Strategies for safer city driving, focusing on traffic and signals.

Freeway Driving

Advice for freeway driving, emphasizing keeping up with traffic and using lanes correctly.

Before Leaving on a Long Trip

Checklist for preparing the vehicle and the driver for a long trip.

Winter Driving

Tips for preparing the vehicle and driving safely in winter conditions.

Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out

Method for freeing a stuck vehicle by rocking it, with CAUTION about tire spin.

Loading Your Vehicle

CAUTION on vehicle weight limits (GVWR, GAWR) and the impact of overloading.

Towing

General information on towing, including consulting dealers and recreational towing.

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service

Encourages using GM dealers for service and explains GM parts identification.

Fuel

Information on recommended fuel types, octane ratings, and specifications.

Checking Things Under the Hood

General advice on checking under the hood and CAUTION about electric fans and hot engine parts.

Engine Oil

How to check engine oil level and when to add oil.

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

When to inspect and replace the engine air cleaner/filter, with inspection procedures.

Automatic Transaxle Fluid

When to check and change automatic transaxle fluid and filter based on driving conditions.

Engine Coolant

Information on DEX-COOL® coolant, its mixture, and benefits, with CAUTION about improper coolant.

Power Steering Fluid

When to check power steering fluid and what type to use.

Windshield Washer Fluid

What washer fluid to use and how to add it, with notices about mixing and freezing.

Brakes

Information on brake fluid, its level, type, and CAUTION about overfilling.

Jump Starting

Step-by-step instructions for safely jump starting the vehicle, with CAUTIONS about battery hazards.

Tires

CAUTION about dangers of poorly maintained tires and factors affecting tire life.

Check Tire Pressure System

How the system alerts about low tire pressure and when to reset it.

Tire Inspection and Rotation

Importance of tire rotation, inspection, and alignment for optimal wear.

Buying New Tires

Guidance on selecting new tires, including TPC Spec numbers and CAUTIONS about mixing tire types.

Wheel Replacement

When to replace wheels and CAUTION about using used wheels.

Section 6 Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance Schedule

Introduction to the maintenance schedule, emphasizing engine oil and the GM Protection Plan.

Scheduled Maintenance

When to perform Maintenance I and II services based on the 'CHANGE ENGINE OIL' message.

Additional Required Services

Table outlining required services at specific mileage intervals.

Owner Checks and Services

Owner checks and services to ensure safety, dependability, and emission performance.

Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check

CAUTION about potential vehicle movement during this inspection.

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

Lists recommended fluids and lubricants by name, part number, or specification.

Maintenance Record

A template for recording scheduled maintenance services.

Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information

Customer Assistance and Information

Outlines the customer satisfaction procedure, involving dealership and Pontiac Customer Assistance Center.

Online Owner Center

Resource for GM ownership, providing vehicle info, service reminders, and dealer locators.

Roadside Assistance Program

Details the Pontiac Roadside Assistance program, services provided, and contact information.

Courtesy Transportation

Program offering transportation options during warranty repairs to minimize customer inconvenience.

Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders

Explains vehicle computer systems, data storage in crash events, and GM's data usage policy.

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report safety defects to government agencies and General Motors.

Service Publications Ordering Information

Information on ordering Service Manuals, Transmission Manuals, and Service Bulletins.

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