Pontiac 2008 Vibe User Manual

Seats and Restraint Systems
........................... 1-1
Front Seats
............................................... 1-2
Rear Seats
............................................... 1-8
Safety Belts
............................................. 1-10
Child Restraints
....................................... 1-27
Airbag System
......................................... 1-50
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
........... 2-18
Mirrors
.................................................... 2-33
OnStar
®
System
...................................... 2-35
Storage Areas
......................................... 2-39
Sunroof
.................................................. 2-43
Instrument Panel
............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 3-4
Climate Controls
...................................... 3-20
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
........ 3-25
Audio System(s)
....................................... 3-42
Driving Your Vehicle
....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
..... 4-2
Towing
................................................... 4-25
Service and Appearance Care
.......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-3
Fuel
......................................................... 5-5
Checking Things Under the Hood
............... 5-10
Headlamp Aiming
..................................... 5-42
Bulb Replacement
.................................... 5-43
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
......... 5-48
Tires
...................................................... 5-49
Appearance Care
..................................... 5-82
Vehicle Identification
................................. 5-90
Electrical System
...................................... 5-90
Capacities and Specifications
..................... 5-95
Maintenance Replacement Parts
................. 5-96
Maintenance Schedule
..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance Information
.................... 7-1
Customer Assistance and Information
........... 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
........................... 7-14
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
........... 7-16
Index
................................................................ 1
2008 Pontiac Vibe Owner Manual M

Pontiac 2008 Vibe Specifications

General

Brand	Pontiac
Model	2008 Vibe
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Safety Belts

Information on proper use and function of safety belts.

Child Restraints

Guidelines for using child safety seats and booster seats.

Airbag System

Explanation of vehicle airbag components, operation, and safety.

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Explanation of dashboard warning lights, gauges, and indicators.

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Braking

Explanation of braking systems, reaction time, and stopping distances.

Traction Control System (TCS)

How the TCS limits wheel spin and improves traction.

Section 6 Maintenance Schedule

Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services