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Pontiac 2009 G8 User Manual

Pontiac 2009 G8
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Seats and Restraints
......... 1-1
Front Seats
.................... 1-2
Rear Seats
.................... 1-5
Safety Belts
................... 1-5
Airbag System
.............. 1-20
Child Restraints
............. 1-34
Keys, Doors and
Windows
............................ 2-1
Keys
............................. 2-2
Doors and Locks
............ 2-8
Theft-Deterrent
Systems
................... 2-11
Windows
...................... 2-14
Mirrors
......................... 2-16
Sunroof
........................ 2-18
Storage
.............................. 3-1
Storage
......................... 3-1
Instruments and
Controls
............................. 4-1
Instrument Panel
Overview
.................... 4-2
Warning Lights, Gages, and
Indicators
.................. 4-10
Driver Information
Center (DIC)
............. 4-22
OnStar
®
System
............ 4-35
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
...... 8-16
Fuel
............................ 8-34
Vehicle Service
and Care
............................ 9-1
Service
.......................... 9-2
Owner Checks
................ 9-5
Headlamp Aiming
.......... 9-28
Bulb Replacement
......... 9-31
Electrical System
........... 9-36
Tires
........................... 9-42
Tire Changing
............... 9-66
Jump Starting
............... 9-84
Towing
........................ 9-88
Appearance Care
.......... 9-95
Technical Data
................. 10-1
Vehicle Identification
...... 10-1
Capacities and
Specifications
............ 10-2
Service and
Maintenance
..................... 11-1
Service and
Maintenance
.............. 11-1
Customer Information
...... 12-1
Customer Information
..... 12-1
Reporting Safety
Defects
................... 12-14
Vehicle Data Recording
and Privacy
............. 12-16
Index
....................................i-1
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Pontiac 2009 G8 Specifications

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BrandPontiac
Model2009 G8
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Seats and Restraints

Front Seats

Details on manual and power seat adjustments, lumbar support, head restraints, and heated seats.

Safety Belts

Proper usage, wearing, and safety reminders for all occupants.

Airbag System

Types of airbags, their location, and how they function with safety belts.

Child Restraints

Guidelines for securing older children, infants, and using LATCH systems.

Keys, Doors and Windows

Keys

Information on vehicle keys, remote keyless entry transmitter, and fixed blade key.

Doors and Locks

Details on manual door locks, power door locks, and rear door security locks.

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Information on the immobilizer and content theft-deterrent alarm system.

Windows

Operation of power windows, express-down feature, and rear window lockout.

Mirrors

Manual rearview mirror, compass display, and outside power mirrors.

Sunroof

Operation of the sunroof control and obstruction detection feature.

Instruments and Controls

Instrument Panel Overview

Identifies main components of the instrument panel with labels and page references.

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Explains the function and meaning of various warning lights and gauges.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Details DIC operation, displays, buttons, and customization options.

OnStar® System

Overview of OnStar services, features, and contact information.

Lighting

Exterior Lamps Controls

Describes operation of headlamps, parking lamps, DRL, and fog lamps.

Fog Lamps

Information on fog lamp operation and indicator light.

Infotainment

Audio System(s)

General overview of the audio system and tips for safe operation.

Radio(s)

Details on playing the radio, volume control, and finding stations.

Bluetooth®

Using the Bluetooth system for phone calls and voice recognition.

Audio Steering Wheel Controls

How to use steering wheel controls for audio, source selection, and voice commands.

Climate Controls

Climate Control System

Explains basic controls for heating, cooling, and ventilation.

Automatic Climate Control System

Details automatic operation, temperature settings, and zone control.

Driving and Operating

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Covers new vehicle break-in, ignition positions, and retained accessory power.

Driving Your Vehicle

Tips on defensive driving, drunk driving, vehicle control, and braking.

Fuel

Information on recommended fuel, octane, specifications, and filling the tank.

Vehicle Service and Care

Owner Checks

Routine checks like hood release, engine compartment overview, and fluid levels.

Engine Oil

How to check and add engine oil, and recommended oil types.

Cooling System

Information on coolant, checking levels, and adding coolant.

Brakes

Details on brake fluid, wear indicators, pedal travel, and replacement parts.

Tires

Information on tire maintenance, sidewall labeling, and pressure.

Inflation - Tire Pressure

Proper tire inflation procedures and recommendations for different loads.

Tire Changing

Steps for handling a flat tire and what to expect during a blowout.

Jump Starting

Safety precautions and procedures for jump starting a vehicle.

Towing a Trailer

Essential information and cautions for safely towing a trailer.

Appearance Care

Guidance on cleaning and maintaining the vehicle's interior and exterior.

Technical Data

Vehicle Identification

Information on VIN, service parts label, and engine identification.

Capacities and Specifications

Lists fluid capacities and engine specifications in English and metric.

Service and Maintenance

Service and Maintenance

Introduction to maintenance requirements and the importance of proper upkeep.

Scheduled Maintenance

Details Maintenance I and II schedules based on vehicle usage and time.

Additional Required Services

Lists services required at specific mileage intervals, like fuel system inspection.

Owner Checks and Services

Routine checks to be performed at each fuel fill and monthly.

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

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

Maintenance Replacement Parts

Lists common replacement parts with GM and ACDelco part numbers.

Customer Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Steps to follow if concerns are not resolved by dealership management.

Roadside Assistance Program

Information on services provided, coverage limits, and exclusions.

Collision Damage Repair

Recommendations for choosing repair facilities and using genuine GM parts.

Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government

How to report vehicle safety defects to NHTSA.

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

Information on vehicle data recording, event data recorders, and privacy.

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