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Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Instrument Panel Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Trip Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Preventing Battery Rundown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Power Seat Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Rear Seat Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Tilt and Telescope Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Door Lock Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7Manual Transmission Shift Light . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Exterior Lighting and Interior Dimming Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9Windshield Wipers/Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9Audio System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Audio Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Fuel Door Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Frontal Air Bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Accessory Power Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Storage Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Keys — Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Security Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Traction Control System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Winter Driving Suggestions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Roadside Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16My GMLink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Congratulations on your purchase of a Pontiac GTO. Please read this information about your vehicle’s fea-tures and your Owner Manual to ensure an outstanding ownership experience. Note that your vehicle may notinclude all the features described in this booklet. Keep this booklet with your Owner Manual for easy reference.

A. Air OutletsB. Exterior Lamp ControlsC. Instrument Panel ClusterD. Windshield Wiper LeverE. Trip Computer ControlF. Hazard Warning Flasher Buttons

G. Climate ControlsH. Audio System ControlsI. Cruise Control LeverJ. Audio Steering Wheel ControlsK. Tilt WheelL. Horn

M.Shift LeverN. Power Window SwitchesO. Accessory Power OutletP. Parking BrakeQ. Glove Box

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Instrument Panel Cluster

Your vehicle’s instrument panel isequipped with this cluster or one verysimilar to it. The instrument panelcluster includes these key features:A. Engine Coolant Temperature

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B. TachometerC. SpeedometerD. Fuel GaugeE. Trip Computer Displays

Note: The instrument panelcluster is designed to let you knowabout many important aspects ofyour vehicle’s operation. It isimportant to read your Owner Manualand become familiar with theinformation that is being relayed toyou by the cluster’s lights, gaugesand indicators, as well as what actioncan be taken to ensure safety and toprevent damage.

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Vehicle Personalization

Your GTO includes features that can bepersonalized to your unique settings.Please follow the instructions below toset your preferences: 1. At each ignition cycle, the Options

Menu screen is automatically dis-played for several seconds after theSystem Check is completed.

2. Press the Up or Down arrow buttonwhile the Options Menu is displayedto enter the programming mode.

3. Scroll through the personalizationfeatures by pressing the MODE button. Help screens automaticallydisplay after five seconds.

4. Change the Setting using the Up orDown arrow.

5. Continue through the menu by pressing the MODE button.

Programmable features include:• Restore factory settings• Underspeed chime• Distance to arrival display• Distance to arrival default miles• Trip computer A & B• Digital speedometer• Rest reminder• Stopwatch• Radio display• Confirmation beep• Speed dependent volume• Audio distortion limiter• Headlights off delay time• Headlights approach time• Auto headlight sensitivity• Courtesy lamp time out• Ignition off courtesy lamp• Two stage unlock• Auto lock in Drive (not included

on manual transmissions)• Door lock indication• Exit option & menuSettings are remembered until changed. For an explanation of each feature, see Section2 of your Owner Manual.

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Trip Computer

Preventing Battery Rundown

The Trip Computer controls are locatedto the right of the gauges. The displaysare located directly beneath the gauges.

To scroll through the menu items, tapthe MODE button. In general, speed-related displays are shown in the leftwindow; distance-related displays in thecenter window; and fuel-related displaysin the right window. To reset menu items such as AVGSPEED or TRIP TIME, press the SETbutton for less than two seconds whilethe item is displayed. To Reset theStopwatch, hold the MODE button formore than four seconds.Display modes include:• Digital Speedometer• Stopwatch• Avg Speed, Odometer, Avg Fuel• Trip Time A, Trip Dist A, Fuel Used A• Trip Time B, Trip Dist B, Fuel Used B• Overspeed, Dist to Empty, Inst Fuel• English/Metric Unit SelectWhen one item is listed above, it isshown in the center display. When threeitems are listed, they are shown in theleft, center and right displays.Several of these items may be turned onor off as described in the VehiclePersonalization section of this booklet,so not all items may be displayed onyour vehicle.

Trip Computer Warnings andMessagesTo acknowledge and clear many warnings and messages, press the Trip Computer MODE button. Somemessages cannot be cleared in thismanner until the condition is corrected. Warnings/messages include:• Alarm Activated• Check Alternator• Shift (manual transmission)• Brake (brake system malfunction)• ABS Fault• Engine Temp Hot• Check Oil• Low Coolant• Low Fuel • Very Low Fuel• Cruise Enabled/Off• Traction Control Off/On• Low Traction• Rest Reminder• Service Engine Oil• Service Error• Service Vehicle SoonSee Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

When the ignition switch is turned fromRun to Off, be sure to remove the keyfrom the key cylinder; otherwise, someaccessories, such as the audio system,will continue to use battery power. Toprevent sustained electrical draws, thekey should always be removed from theignition cylinder when the vehicle is notin use. After removing the key, it can bereinserted in the cylinder, but the acces-sories will not receive power until thekey is turned in the cylinder.See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.


Power Seat Adjustments

• The power front seat controls arelocated on the outboard side of thedriver and passenger seats. The horizontal switch is used to adjust theheight, the tilt and the movement ofthe seat forward and backward. Thevertical switch is used to adjust theangle of the seatback.

• Adjust the manual lumbar control tothe desired amount of support in thelower seatback by turning the knob onthe outboard side of the seat cushion.

• To adjust the height of the headrestraints, pull the head restraint up.To reduce its height, push in the locking clip at the base of the headrestraint and push the restraint down.Front and rear head restraints areheight adjustable.


Rear Seat Access

Folding the Front Seatbacks Forward: The front seatbacks fold forward and theseats slide forward to allow access tothe rear seats.• To fold the seatback: Lift the entry

lever, located near the top of the

outboard shoulder of each front seat,and tilt the seatback forward.

• To slide the seat forward: With the seatback tilted forward, press and hold the round button located immediately below the lever.

Returning the Front Seatbacks: • Ensuring that no objects are behind

the seat, tilt the seatback rearwarduntil the seatback latches upright.

• Press and hold the button under thefront-seat lever to return the seat toits original position; the seat willpause for two seconds when it reaches its original position.


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Door Lock Operation

There are several ways to lock andunlock your GTO. The doors cannot belocked if the driver’s door is open. Thishelps to prevent lockouts.Inside the VehicleDoor Lock Knob: Press the driver’s orpassenger’s door lock knob located atthe top of the door panel to lock thedoors. Pull up on either knob to unlockthe doors.Power DoorLock Button:To lock orunlock thedoors usingthe powerdoor lock but-ton locatedon the center console, both doors mustbe closed.• If both doors are unlocked, press the

button to lock the doors.• If both doors are locked, press the

button to unlock the doors.Outside the VehicleLock the Doors: Press the Lock buttonon the Remote Keyless Entry transmitterto lock all doors, disable the engine and

set the content theft-deterrent alarm. Ifthe passenger’s door is open when theLock button is pressed, the passenger’sdoor will NOT lock and the horn willchirp several times to alert the driver.Close the open door and reset the sys-tem by pressing the Unlock button andthen the Lock button.Unlock the Doors: Press the Unlockbutton on the Remote Keyless Entrytransmitter to unlock the driver’s door.Press the Unlock button again, or holddown the button for more than one sec-ond, to unlock all doors. (To set bothdoors to unlock with a single press, seeTwo Stage Unlock under VehiclePersonalization.)Lock/Unlock Confirmation: Your vehi-cle will flash the exterior lights once toconfirm locking and twice to confirmunlocking. If set under VehiclePersonalization, the horn also will chirp.

Programmable Automatic Door Locks(Automatic Transmission Only)The automatic door locking feature willlock the doors when the shift lever ismoved out of Park. This feature can beturned on or off using the trip computer.See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

• To adjust the steering wheel position, locate the adjustment lever under the steering column. Hold the steering wheel and rotate the lever down;then move the steering wheel to the desired position (the wheel can be adjusted up/down and in/out). Rotate the lever back up to lock the steering wheel in place.


Note: If the doors are locked from theoutside using the key in the driver’sdoor lock, the content theft-deterrentalarm is not set. If the doors areunlocked from the outside using the keyin the driver’s door lock, the alarm willsound as soon as the door is opened (if the alarm was set). To turn off thealarm, turn the key in the ignition to Onor press the Unlock button on the transmitter.

( ) One-to-Four Shift Light (ManualTransmission): When this light comeson, you can shift only from First (1) toFourth (4) instead of First (1) to Second(2). This helps you get the best possiblefuel economy. After shifting to Fourth (4),the vehicle can then be shifted into alower gear, if desired. The light comeson only when the engine coolant tem-perature is higher than 169 degrees F(76 degrees C), at speeds of 15–19 mph(24–31 km/h) and when you are at 21percent of throttle or less.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.


Manual Transmission Shift Light

Exterior Lighting and InteriorDimming Controls

Controls for exterior lighting and instru-ment panel dimming are located to theleft of the Instrument Panel Cluster.Exterior Lights: Rotate the center knobclockwise to change modes of exteriorlighting. Starting from the vertical posi-tion, the settings are: Off ( ), ParkLamps ( ), Headlamps ( ), andAuto (AUTO).Fog Lamps: To turn the fog lamps on,pull the rotating center switch OUT. To turn the fog lamps off, push theswitch IN.

Instrument Panel Brightness: Whenexterior lights are ON, the brightness ofthe illuminated portions of theInstrument Panelcan be adjusted. To increase bright-ness, move thesmall slider switchto the right. To decrease, movethe slider switch to the left.


Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever

The Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever onthe left sideof the steer-ing column controls the:• Turn and

lane-changesignals.

• Headlamp High/Low Beam-Changer(push forward for high beams; pullback and release for low beams; pullback and hold for flash-to-pass fea-ture). A symbol on the instrumentcluster illuminates when high beamsare on.


Note: A rapidly flashing turn signalarrow on the instrument cluster mayindicate a burned-out exterior turn signalbulb. If the arrow fails to light when thesignal is activated, check the fuse forburned-out bulbs. See Fuses and CircuitBreakers in Section 5 of your OwnerManual for more information.

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Windshield Wipers/Washers

The lever on the right side of the steer-ing column operates the windshieldwipers and washer.

Set the controls to the following desiredposition:

(Off): Turn off the wipers.INT (Intermittent): Push the lever upone position to turn on the intermittentwipe function. In the INT position, thewiper speed can be changed by rotatingthe end of the lever. The wiper speedwill decrease as you rotate the controlupward:1 (Low Speed): Move the lever to thesecond position for slow, steady wiping cycles.2 (High Speed): Place the lever in thethird position for rapid wiping cycles.To activate the windshield washer, pullthe lever toward you. The wipers will runfor a few cycles to clear the windshield. See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Cruise Control

Use the Cruise Control function forsteady driving on relatively straight,uncrowded roads.

To turn the Cruise Control system on oroff, press and release the ON-OFF-CANCEL switch located on the TurnSignal/Multifunction Lever. CruiseEnabled will be momentarily displayed inthe Trip Computer window and theCruise indicator will remain displayedwhile Cruise Control is enabled.To set the speed, rotate the switch to theSET-DECEL position. Active will then bedisplayed next to Cruise in the TripComputer window, and the current vehi-cle speed will be maintained.While Cruise Control is in the Activemode, rotating the switch to the ACCELor DECEL position will increase ordecrease the vehicle speed the CruiseControl system maintains.Pressing the brake pedal will cancel theActive Cruise Control. A Cruise Inactivemessage will be momentarily displayedin the Trip Computer window and theActive indicator will go out.Rotating the switch to the RES(Resume) position will reactivate theCruise Control system to the speed set

before the brake pedal was pressed.Cruise and Active indicators will againbe displayed in the Trip Computer window. See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.


Audio System

Setting the Time: With the radio on,press the TIME button for more than twoseconds. When TIME ADJ or SET TIMEis displayed, press the SEEK/TRACKarrows to adjust the hours. Press theTUNE arrows to adjust the minutes, andthen press the TIME button again tosave the setting. CONTROLSON OFF: Press this button to turn thesystem on and off.AUDIO: Turn the knob to increase ordecrease the volume. Pushing the knobwill access the following settings:• BASS/TREBLE SETTINGS: Push

the AUDIO knob until BASS or TREBLE appears on the display. Turnthe knob to increase/decrease. Toadjust a setting to the middle setting,push and hold the AUDIO knob untilCENTERED appears on the display.

• BALANCE/FADE SETTINGS: Pushthe AUDIO knob until BALANCEappears on the display. Turn the knobto adjust balance toward the left orright speakers. Push the AUDIO knobagain until FADER appears on thedisplay, and turn the knob to movethe sound to the front or rear speakers.

• BOOST: Press the AUDIO knob whilein any equalization setting, untilBOOST appears on the display. Turnthe knob to adjust the level of effectof the equalization.

FM AM: Press this button to switch toAM, FM1 and FM2.TUNE DISC: Press the right or leftarrow to change radio frequencies or toadvance to the next CD.SEEK TRACK: Press the right or leftarrow to go to the next or previous station and stay there. For CDs, pressthe left arrow once to return to the startof the current track and the right arrowto advance to the next track.EQ: Press this button to choosebetween bass and treble equalizationsettings designed for different musictypes or talk radio. To turn it off, pressthe button until EQ OFF appears on thedisplay. To give the equalization settinga boost, push the AUDIO knob oncewhile in any EQ setting and BOOST willappear on the display. Turn the AUDIOknob to select a boost level. LOC (Local): Press this button to switchthe radio to local mode. Local willappear on the display, and only stationswith strong signals and clear receptionwill be found when using SEEK. FR FF (Fast Reverse/Fast Forward):Press and hold these buttons to movequickly through a track on a CD. You willhear sound at a reduced volume and thedisplay will show elapsed time.Setting Radio Station Presets: Withthe radio on, select the desired band by pressing FM AM. You can save sixstations on each of AM, FM1 and FM2for a total of 18 presets.

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Tune to the desired station; press EQ toselect the equalization. Press and holdone of the six numbered pushbuttonsuntil a beep sounds. Repeat for eachpushbutton. Automatic Station Memory (ASM):ASM is toggled on and off by pressingthe ASM button. (ASM will be displayedwhen the feature is on.) This featurefinds and temporarily saves stations withthe strongest signals as your presets. Touse this feature, select the desired bandand press the ASM button for more thantwo seconds. SEARCH appears on thedisplay, and up to six of the strongeststations are temporarily stored as yourpresets. To again lock onto 6 stations(after driving awhile, for instance), pressand hold the ASM button again. Toreturn to normal presets, press andrelease ASM. LOADING COMPACT DISCS To load a single disc:• Press and release the LOAD button.• Wait for INSERT DISC to appear on

the display and the indicator light atthe left of the CD slot to flash. Ifbeeps are turned on, the radio willalso beep. (See Section 3 of yourOwner Manual for “ConfirmationBeeps” details.)

• Insert the disc partway into the slot,label side up; the player will pull thedisc in.

To load multiple CDs in the Six-DiscCD Player:• Turn the ignition on; then press and

hold the LOAD button (“A” above) fortwo seconds. Wait for LOAD ALL toappear on the display, and for thelight to the left of the slot to flash (“B” above). If beeps are turned on,the radio will also beep. (See Section

3 of your Owner Manual for“Confirmation Beeps” details.)

• When the light stops flashing andturns green, insert a disc partway,label side up.

• The indicator light will begin flashing;when it stops blinking and turnsgreen, load another disc.

• When more than one disc is loaded,a number for each disc is displayed.

• To load more than one but fewer thansix discs, press the EJECT button(“C” above) after loading the final CD.

• To play a specific CD, press the numbered button that corresponds tothe CD that you want to hear.

• To eject a single CD, press andrelease the EJECT button. To eject all CDs, press and hold the EJECTbutton until EJECTING ALL is shownon the display.


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Note: CDs with any affixed labels mayjam in the CD player. Label a CD usinga permanent marker. If more than oneCD is inserted into the slot at one time,or if scratched or damaged CDs areplayed, the CD player could be dam-aged. When using the CD player, useonly CDs in good condition withoutlabels; load one CD at a time; and keepthe CD player and the loading slot freeof foreign materials, liquids and debris.


Trunk Release

The vehicle’s trunk lid is not equippedwith a lock cylinder. To open the trunk,do one of the following:Remote Keyless Entry: Press the opentrunk symbol on the Remote KeylessEntry transmitter.In-Car Trunk Lid Release Button:Press the trunk lid release button located in the glove box.

For added security, the trunk releasebutton is disabled when all the doors arelocked using the Remote Keyless Entrytransmitter LOCK button or through thedoor lock knob. Secondary Trunk Release Handle: Asecondary mechanical release handle islocated under the passenger-side rearseat head restraint. To unlatch the trunk,lift the head restraint and pull the yellowring (shown below) toward the front ofthe vehicle.


Fuel Door Release

The fuel door release button is locatedon the Instrument Panel, to the left ofthe steering wheel.See Section 5 of your Owner Manual.

Audio Steering Wheel Controls

MODE: Press to choose AM, FM1, FM2,or CD if a CD is loaded.NEXT: Press to tune to the next or previ-ous radio station. For CDs, press andrelease the Down arrow to go to the pre-vious track; press and hold to go to theprevious disc. Press and release the Uparrow to go to the next track; press andhold to go to the next disc.MUTE: Press this button to silence the system. Press it again (or any radiobutton) to enable the sound.VOLUME: Press the Up arrow toincrease the volume and the Downarrow to decrease the volume.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

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Frontal Air Bags

Your vehicle has frontal air bags — onefor the driver and one for the right-frontpassenger. It is very important that thedriver and front passenger be properlypositioned when the air bags deploy in acrash, so be certain to wear your safetybelts whenever the vehicle is in motion.See your Owner Manual for full detailsand cautionary information.See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.

Accessory Power Outlet

Two 12-volt accessory power outlets areincluded for use with electrical acces-sories such as cell phones. The outletsare located in the center console andthe storage compartment/ashtray underthe audio system. The outlets are opera-tional when the ignition is turned to On,Lock or when Retained AccessoryPower is active. Refer to your OwnerManual for important safety informationregarding the use of accessory poweroutlets.See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Storage Areas

Glove Box: Located on the passengerside of the instrument panel, the glovebox has a dedicated key.Front Storage Area: There is a frontstorage compartment located under theaudio system. Press and release thedoor to open the bin. Center Console: The Center Consolecontains an armrest storage area withan Accessory Power Outlet. To open thearmrest storage area, pull up on the

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Your vehicle comes with two theft-deter-rent systems.The first is an Engine Immobilizer thatdisables engine starting if an incorrectkey is used to try to start the vehicle.The second is a Content Protection sys-tem that arms when the doors arelocked with the Remote Keyless Entrysystem. If a door or the trunk is un-locked improperly, the alarm sounds thehorn and flashes the exterior lights. Asan added security feature, when theContent Protection system is armed, thealarm will sound if the trunk is left ajar,and then the trunk lid is opened morethan 30 seconds later.To turn off the alarm when it is sounding,simply place the key in the ignition andturn the switch to Run, or unlock thedoors with the Remote Keyless Entrytransmitter.See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.

front edge of the lid. Another small stor-age compartment accessible from therear seat is located in the rear of thecenter console.Cupholders: Two cupholders are locat-ed in front of the center console storagearea. If desired, the small tray located atthe rear of the center console storagecan be used to neatly cover thecupholders when not in use. See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.


Keys — Replacement

The ignition keys for the GTO incorpo-rate several unique features, from theshaft design, which makes theft moredifficult, to integrated Remote KeylessEntry transmitters and encoded theft-deterrent electronics. For these reasons,replacing keys will require more costand time than standard keys. We recommend using GM dealers for anyreplacement keys.See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

Security Card

Every GTO comes with a Security Cardthat contains important information con-cerning the vehicle. The card containsthe Vehicle Identification Number (VIN),Ignition and Glove Box Key Codes, andyour Radio Personal IdentificationNumber. Please store this card withother important documents about yournew vehicle. If service work is everrequired, this information may be need-ed to enable proper operation.

Traction Control System (TCS)

Your GTO has a Traction ControlSystem (TCS) that limits your vehicle’swheelspin. This can be especially usefulon slippery roads. The system is automatically activatedwhenever the ignition is turned fromOFF to ON. When the system sensesthat one or both of the rear wheels arespinning or beginning to lose traction,the system reduces engine power andapplies the brakes as necessary toregain traction. Traction control helps you to maintaincontrol of your vehicle and acts as a reminder to match your driving to theroad conditions. When Traction Controlis activated, you may feel pulsing in the accelerator pedal. A Low Tractionmessage is displayed on the TripComputer. If your vehicle is stuck in snow or mud,and it is necessary to rock the vehicle tofree it, you can turn off the TractionControl by pressing the T/C button located on the center console.

Turn off TCS whenever you are usingtraction devices on your vehicle’s rearwheels (due to a lack of clearance, youcannot use tire chains).

When the system is off, the TripComputer displays a Traction Ctrl Offmessage, and after two seconds returns

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to the original display with a small TRAC OFF icon on the right side of thescreen. To turn TCS back on, press theT/C button again. The system will automatically turn on the next time theengine is started.See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.

Fuel

Premium unleaded fuel with an octanerating of 91 or higher is recommendedfor best performance. Using regular ormiddle-grade fuel of 87 octane or higheris permissible, but the vehicle’s acceler-ation may be slightly reduced. If fuelwith an octane rating of less than 87 isused, you may hear a heavy knockingnoise that can damage your engine. Inthis instance, you should fill the fuel tankwith higher-octane fuel as soon as possible.After fueling, ensure that the gas capis installed correctly and tightly. If itis loose or missing, the malfunctionindicator lamp will light steadily. If aloose gas cap is the cause, a fewdriving trips after properly tighteningthe gas cap should cause the light togo out. If the light remains on, havethe vehicle serviced.See Section 5 of your Owner Manual.

Winter Driving Suggestions

Beware of Wet Ice When temperatures hover around 32degrees F (0 degrees C), wet ice canform on the roadway. Wet ice is formedat this temperature when freezing rainbegins to fall, and it offers even lesstraction than very cold snow or ice. Try

to avoid driving on wet ice until salt andsand crews can get there. Winter Driving TechniquesIn any low-traction situation, drive withcaution and keep the Traction ControlSystem (TCS) turned on. Do not use tirechains — there isn’t enough clearance(see your Owner Manual for full details). Prepare for stops sooner than you wouldif the road were dry. Allow greater follow-ing distances between your vehicle andthe vehicle ahead of you, and watch forslippery spots. Sometimes the surface ofa curve or an overpass/bridge may beicy when the surrounding roads areclear. If you see a patch of ice ahead ofyou, try to brake before you are on it.Try not to brake while you are actuallyon the ice, and avoid any sudden steer-ing maneuvers.If You Become StuckIf you become stuck in snow, ice, mudor sand, you may be able to free yourvehicle by rocking it. Turn your steeringwheel left and then right to clear thepath around your front wheels. Turn offthe Traction Control System. Shift backand forth between reverse and a forwardgear, spinning the wheels as little aspossible. Release the accelerator pedalwhile you shift, and press lightly on theaccelerator pedal when the transmissionis in gear. This will cause a rockingmotion that may free your vehicle. Seeyour Owner Manual for full details. See Sections 4 and 5 of your Owner Manual.


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Certain restrictions, precautions and safety procedures apply to your vehicle. Please read your OwnerManual for complete instructions. All information contained herein is based on information available atthe time of printing and is subject to change without notice. Copyright 2005 by GM Corp.All rights reserved.

Roadside Assistance

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1-800-ROADSIDE (1-800-762-3743)TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438As the proud owner of a new Pontiacvehicle, you are automatically enrolledin the Pontiac Roadside Assistanceprogram. This value-added service isintended to provide you with peace ofmind as you drive in the city or travelthe open road. Pontiac’s Roadside Assistance toll-freenumber is staffed by a team of techni-cally trained advisors, who are available24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Theadvisors can provide minor repair infor-mation or make arrangements to tow yourvehicle to the nearest Pontiac dealer.We will provide the following services for3 years/36,000 miles (60,000 km), at noexpense to you.• Fuel delivery• Lockout service (identification

required)• Tow to nearest dealership for

warranty service• Flat tire assistance• Jump startsIn many instances, mechanical failuresare covered under Pontiac’s compre-hensive warranty. However, when other

The Pontiac Owner Center at MyGMLink is a complimentary service forPontiac owners, a one-stop resource toenhance your Pontiac ownership experi-ence. Exclusive member benefitsinclude online service reminders, vehiclemaintenance tips, online owner manual,special privileges and more. Sign uptoday at www.mygmlink.com.

services are utilized, our advisors willexplain any payment obligations youmight incur.For prompt and efficient assistancewhen calling, please provide the follow-ing information to the advisor:• Location of the vehicle• Telephone number and your location• Vehicle model, year and color• Vehicle mileage• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)• Vehicle license plate numberPontiac reserves the right to limit servic-es or reimbursement to an owner ordriver when, in Pontiac’s judgment, theclaims become excessive in frequencyor type of occurrence.

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