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Pontiac Grand Prix 2008 User Manual

Pontiac Grand Prix 2008
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Congratulations on your purchase of a Pontiac Grand Prix. Please read this information and your Owner
Manual to ensure an outstanding ownership experience. Note that your vehicle may not include all the
features described in this booklet. Keep this booklet with your Owner Manual for easy reference.
DRIVER INFORMATION
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Instrument Panel Cluster . . . . . . .3
Driver Information Center/
Trip Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
SAFETY & SECURITY
Dual Stage Frontal Airbags . . . . .6
Side Impact Airbags . . . . . . . . . . .6
COMFORT
Cabin Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Dual Automatic
Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Power Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
ENTERTAINMENT
Audio Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
XM Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Touch Screen Navigation
Entertainment System . . . . . . . .11
CONVENIENCE
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . .11
Daytime Running Lamps . . . . . .12
Exterior Lamps Control . . . . . . .12
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Windshield Wipers & Washer . .13
Head-Up Display
Center Console Controls . . . . . .14
Accessory Power Outlets . . . . . .16
Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat .16
Split-Folding Rear Seat . . . . . . . .16
Remote Trunk Release . . . . . . . .16
PERFORMANCE & MAINTENANCE
TAPshift
®
Manual
Performance Shifter . . . . . . . . . .17
Parking Brake Operation . . . . . .17
Hood Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
StabiliTrak
®
Sport System . . . . .18
Full-Function Traction Control . .18
Enhanced Traction System . . . .18
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Securing the Fuel Tank Cap . . . .19
Tire Inflator Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
OWNER INFORMATION
Roadside Assistance . . . . . . . . .20
My GMLink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
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Pontiac Grand Prix 2008 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPontiac
ModelGrand Prix 2008
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

DRIVER INFORMATION

Instrument Panel

Overview of dashboard indicators, gauges, and warning lights.

Instrument Panel Cluster

Detailed explanation of tachometer, speedometer, fuel, and temperature gauges.

Driver Information Center/Trip Computer

Functions of the DIC and Trip Computer for vehicle data, settings, and messages.

SAFETY & SECURITY

Dual Stage Frontal Airbags

How frontal airbags adapt deployment based on impact severity for optimal restraint.

Side Impact Airbags

Location and function of side airbags in the roof, deploying in side crashes.

COMFORT

Cabin Air Filter

Role of the cabin air filter in reducing dust, pollen, and contaminants in the cabin air.

Climate Controls

Explanation of climate control system operation and primary airflow modes.

Dual Automatic Climate Control

Features and manual/automatic operation of the dual-zone climate control system.

Power Seat

Instructions for adjusting power seats and the power lumbar support.

ENTERTAINMENT

Audio Systems

Guide to audio system controls, including radio, CD player, and sound settings.

XM Satellite Radio

Information on accessing and using the XM Satellite Radio service and its features.

CONVENIENCE

Remote Vehicle Start

How to use the keyless entry transmitter to start the engine remotely.

Daytime Running Lamps

Function and control of Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) for enhanced daytime visibility.

Exterior Lamps Control

Operation of exterior lighting controls, including automatic, parking, and headlamp modes.

Cruise Control

Instructions for using the cruise control system to maintain set speeds.

Windshield Wipers & Washer

How to operate windshield wipers, washers, and adjust delay settings.

Head-Up Display

Explanation of the Head-Up Display (HUD) system, formats, and controls.

Accessory Power Outlets

Location and use of 12-volt accessory power outlets for charging devices.

Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat

Procedure for folding the front passenger seat flat for increased cargo capacity.

Split-Folding Rear Seat

How to fold the split rear seat for enhanced cargo space.

Remote Trunk Release

Method for releasing the trunk lid from inside the vehicle using the power door lock button.

PERFORMANCE & MAINTENANCE

TAPshift® Manual Performance Shifter (GXP models)

How to use the TAPshift® manual shifting feature available on GXP models.

Parking Brake Operation

Procedures for engaging and releasing the parking brake pedal.

Hood Release

Location of the hood release lever and secondary latch for opening the hood.

StabiliTrak® Sport System

Explanation of the StabiliTrak® system for enhancing vehicle stability and control.

Full-Function Traction Control

How the traction control system limits wheelspin and improves traction on slippery surfaces.

Enhanced Traction System

Function of the Enhanced Traction System (ETS) in limiting wheelspin through engine and transmission control.

Fuel

Recommendations for fuel types for non-supercharged, supercharged V6, and V8 models.

Securing the Fuel Tank Cap

Proper procedure for tightening the fuel tank cap to prevent warning lights.

Tire Inflator Kit (GXP models)

Information about the tire inflator kit for temporary repair of flat tires.

OWNER INFORMATION

Roadside Assistance

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

My GMLink

Overview of the MyGMLink owner portal for service, maintenance, and vehicle information.

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