Owner's Manual
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... drive under different conditions. Problems on page 8-9. The 2003 Pontiac Vibe Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 3-1 4-1 5-1 6-1 7-1 8-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. It also explains the air bag system. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on the Road This section tells you what fluids and lubricants to use . It also gives you when to perform vehicle maintenance...
... drive under different conditions. Problems on page 8-9. The 2003 Pontiac Vibe Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 3-1 4-1 5-1 6-1 7-1 8-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. It also explains the air bag system. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on the Road This section tells you what fluids and lubricants to use . It also gives you when to perform vehicle maintenance...
Owner's Manual
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...the belt system in the vehicle. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger's air bag inflates. General Motors, therefore, recommends that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a rear seat.... the Restraint Accident statistics show that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. It's better to secure the child restraint in the rear rather than the front seat. even when no child is in the front passenger seat. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in it. You may secure ...
...the belt system in the vehicle. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger's air bag inflates. General Motors, therefore, recommends that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a rear seat.... the Restraint Accident statistics show that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. It's better to secure the child restraint in the rear rather than the front seat. even when no child is in the front passenger seat. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in it. You may secure ...
Owner's Manual
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... Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked (Automatic Transaxle) Horn Tilt Wheel Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Windshield Washer Cruise Control (Option) Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Sun Visors Sunroof (Option) The Instrument Panel -- and what to do if you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Your Information System Instrument Panel Cluster Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators Navigation System...
... Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked (Automatic Transaxle) Horn Tilt Wheel Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Windshield Washer Cruise Control (Option) Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Sun Visors Sunroof (Option) The Instrument Panel -- and what to do if you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Your Information System Instrument Panel Cluster Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators Navigation System...
Owner's Manual
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... works, then your hand. LOCK (A): This is in PARK (P). 2-18 This locks your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can't turn it to LOCK unless the shift lever is the only position from which you can 't be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is , then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. Push in the ignition switch...
... works, then your hand. LOCK (A): This is in PARK (P). 2-18 This locks your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can't turn it to LOCK unless the shift lever is the only position from which you can 't be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is , then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. Push in the ignition switch...
Owner's Manual
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... at a time will go of the key. Hold the clutch pedal to work with your starter motor. If your engine when it could change the way the engine operates. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn your engine might not perform properly. 2-20 that's a safety feature. If you could be drained much gasoline. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you don't, your ignition key to START. Don...
... at a time will go of the key. Hold the clutch pedal to work with your starter motor. If your engine when it could change the way the engine operates. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn your engine might not perform properly. 2-20 that's a safety feature. If you could be drained much gasoline. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you don't, your ignition key to START. Don...
Owner's Manual
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... ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on the parking brake lever. If you are towing a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" in as you move the lever all the way down. Hold the release button in the Index. 2-29 You may have to overheat. Pull the parking brake lever up on . NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can press the release button. To release the parking brake...
... ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on the parking brake lever. If you are towing a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" in as you move the lever all the way down. Hold the release button in the Index. 2-29 You may have to overheat. Pull the parking brake lever up on . NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can press the release button. To release the parking brake...
Owner's Manual
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The parking brake must be dimmer, and the instrument panel cluster lights may turn the exterior lamp switch to the headlamp position, your DRL will go off and D the parking brake is released. The radio lights will be on when starting the car at night. Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can be lit up either. The DRL system will make it easier for ALC to see the...
The parking brake must be dimmer, and the instrument panel cluster lights may turn the exterior lamp switch to the headlamp position, your DRL will go off and D the parking brake is released. The radio lights will be on when starting the car at night. Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can be lit up either. The DRL system will make it easier for ALC to see the...
Owner's Manual
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... automatically switch from DRL to insure proper visibility. 2-44 DRL also comes on if only the parking lamps are on . When you release the parking brake. Set the parking brake. 2. As with the DRL off . 3. Interior Lamps Interior/Instrument Panel Brightness Dial The interior/instrument panel brightness dial is kept at the maximum setting for all daytime driving to the regular headlamps. The brightness of the steering wheel...
... automatically switch from DRL to insure proper visibility. 2-44 DRL also comes on if only the parking lamps are on . When you release the parking brake. Set the parking brake. 2. As with the DRL off . 3. Interior Lamps Interior/Instrument Panel Brightness Dial The interior/instrument panel brightness dial is kept at the maximum setting for all daytime driving to the regular headlamps. The brightness of the steering wheel...
Owner's Manual
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... convex. Instrument Panel Storage Compartment There are storage compartments located on the instrument panel in two places. Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger's side mirror is curved so you can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are below the interior/instrument panel brightness dial and below the shift lever, push the button to open the glove box door, lift the latch.
... convex. Instrument Panel Storage Compartment There are storage compartments located on the instrument panel in two places. Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger's side mirror is curved so you can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are below the interior/instrument panel brightness dial and below the shift lever, push the button to open the glove box door, lift the latch.
Owner's Manual
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... the engine is not running, as the radio and air conditioner. Charging System Indicator Light This light will be certain to turn off all your accessories, such as a check to show you it is a brake problem. If one part isn't working well. Then it doesn't come on then, have a loose generator drive belt or another electrical problem. Have your battery. If it checked right away. If the warning light...
... the engine is not running, as the radio and air conditioner. Charging System Indicator Light This light will be certain to turn off all your accessories, such as a check to show you it is a brake problem. If one part isn't working well. Then it doesn't come on then, have a loose generator drive belt or another electrical problem. Have your battery. If it checked right away. If the warning light...
Owner's Manual
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When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when your engine is started and may go closer to the floor. You may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is harder to push. Driving with the brake system warning light on while you have a brake problem. If the light comes on can lead to stop carefully. Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light United States...
When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when your engine is started and may go closer to the floor. You may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is harder to push. Driving with the brake system warning light on while you have a brake problem. If the light comes on can lead to stop carefully. Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light United States...
Owner's Manual
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...6-34 Service Fuel Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Automatic Transaxle Fluid Manual Transaxle Fluid Hydraulic Clutch All-Wheel Drive (Option) Engine Coolant Radiator Pressure Cap Power Steering Fluid 6-36 6-37 6-41 6-42 6-49 6-50 6-61 6-61 6-64 6-65 6-70 6-71 6-76 6-76 6-78 Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Care of Safety Belts Cleaning...
...6-34 Service Fuel Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Automatic Transaxle Fluid Manual Transaxle Fluid Hydraulic Clutch All-Wheel Drive (Option) Engine Coolant Radiator Pressure Cap Power Steering Fluid 6-36 6-37 6-41 6-42 6-49 6-50 6-61 6-61 6-64 6-65 6-70 6-71 6-76 6-76 6-78 Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Care of Safety Belts Cleaning...
Owner's Manual
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... emission control system performance compared to use a lower octane -- In an emergency, you might damage your engine. Otherwise, you drive. A little pinging noise when you accelerate or drive uphill is recommended that a higher-octane fuel is less than 87, you may be able to other gasolines. Refill your engine needs service. If the octane is necessary. DOHC engine (VIN Code L), use a gasoline rated at...
... emission control system performance compared to use a lower octane -- In an emergency, you might damage your engine. Otherwise, you drive. A little pinging noise when you accelerate or drive uphill is recommended that a higher-octane fuel is less than 87, you may be able to other gasolines. Refill your engine needs service. If the octane is necessary. DOHC engine (VIN Code L), use a gasoline rated at...
Owner's Manual
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Battery K. Brake/Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir I. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick (If Equipped) H. Engine Compartment Fuse Block 6-12 Engine Oil Fill Cap G. Engine Oil Dipstick E. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter J. Radiator Pressure Cap D. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir B. Coolant Recovery Tank F. Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood of the 1.8 L (Code 8) engine, you'll see the following: A.
Battery K. Brake/Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir I. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick (If Equipped) H. Engine Compartment Fuse Block 6-12 Engine Oil Fill Cap G. Engine Oil Dipstick E. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter J. Radiator Pressure Cap D. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir B. Coolant Recovery Tank F. Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood of the 1.8 L (Code 8) engine, you'll see the following: A.
Owner's Manual
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Radiator Pressure Cap D. Engine Oil Fill Cap G. Coolant Recovery Tank F. Brake/Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir I. When you 'll see the following: A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir B. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick (If Equipped) H. Battery K. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter J. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C. Engine Oil Dipstick E. DOHC engine, you open the hood of the 1.8 L (Code L) H.O. Engine Compartment Fuse Block 6-13
Radiator Pressure Cap D. Engine Oil Fill Cap G. Coolant Recovery Tank F. Brake/Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir I. When you 'll see the following: A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir B. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick (If Equipped) H. Battery K. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter J. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C. Engine Oil Dipstick E. DOHC engine, you open the hood of the 1.8 L (Code L) H.O. Engine Compartment Fuse Block 6-13
Owner's Manual
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... to perform the lubricant checks described in this section. See "Periodic Maintenance Inspections" in the Index. See "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" in the Index. 6-30 How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be sure to use. All-Wheel Drive (Option) If you 'll need lubrication. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule...
... to perform the lubricant checks described in this section. See "Periodic Maintenance Inspections" in the Index. See "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" in the Index. 6-30 How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be sure to use. All-Wheel Drive (Option) If you 'll need lubrication. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule...
Owner's Manual
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... wheel nuts in Section 7 of this manual under Part C "Periodic Maintenance Inspections." CAUTION: The brake wear warning sound means that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are rotated, inspect brake pads for rotation or changing. If you have rear drum brakes, they don't have the rear brake linings inspected immediately. All other models have built-in costly brake repair. 6-40 Disc brake pads...
... wheel nuts in Section 7 of this manual under Part C "Periodic Maintenance Inspections." CAUTION: The brake wear warning sound means that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are rotated, inspect brake pads for rotation or changing. If you have rear drum brakes, they don't have the rear brake linings inspected immediately. All other models have built-in costly brake repair. 6-40 Disc brake pads...
Owner's Manual
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...ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). j Change rear differential fluid when doing frequent trailer towing. j Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) j Rotate tires. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-10 An Emission Control Service. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. j Replace passenger compartment air filter. Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or...
...ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). j Change rear differential fluid when doing frequent trailer towing. j Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) j Rotate tires. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-10 An Emission Control Service. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. j Replace passenger compartment air filter. Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) j Change engine oil and filter (or...
Owner's Manual
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... lubrication may be ready to the floor. Do not use . On manual transaxle vehicles, put the shift lever in NEUTRAL (N), push the clutch down all hood latch assembly, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, hood and body door hinges, rear compartment and any other position, your vehicle needs service. 7-39 Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all the way to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you are doing...
... lubrication may be ready to the floor. Do not use . On manual transaxle vehicles, put the shift lever in NEUTRAL (N), push the clutch down all hood latch assembly, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, hood and body door hinges, rear compartment and any other position, your vehicle needs service. 7-39 Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all the way to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you are doing...
Owner's Manual
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... unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications for all models. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of your General Motors dealer or by contacting your vehicle. Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are written specifically for owners and intended to Product Service Bulletins can be obtained by calling 1-800-GMDRIVE (1-800-463-7483). on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc...
... unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications for all models. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of your General Motors dealer or by contacting your vehicle. Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are written specifically for owners and intended to Product Service Bulletins can be obtained by calling 1-800-GMDRIVE (1-800-463-7483). on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc...