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2004 Pontiac Sunfire Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-8 Safety Belts ...1-9 Child Restraints ...1-30 Air Bag Systems ...1-49 Restraint System Check ...1-58 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-2 Doors and Locks ...2-8 Windows ...2-14 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-16 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-18 Mirrors ...2-34 OnStar® System ...2-36 Storage Areas ...2-38 Sunroof ...2-39 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-2 Climate Controls ...3-17 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ...3-21 Audio System(s) ...3-37...
2004 Pontiac Sunfire Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-8 Safety Belts ...1-9 Child Restraints ...1-30 Air Bag Systems ...1-49 Restraint System Check ...1-58 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-2 Doors and Locks ...2-8 Windows ...2-14 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-16 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-18 Mirrors ...2-34 OnStar® System ...2-36 Storage Areas ...2-38 Sunroof ...2-39 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-2 Climate Controls ...3-17 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ...3-21 Audio System(s) ...3-37...
Owner's Manual
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... or crash, the person sitting there could be sure it easy to get in and out of the back seat. {CAUTION: If the easy entry right front seat isn't locked, it locks. Easy Entry Seat If your vehicle has this feature, the right front seat makes it is locked. 1-7 Lift the right front seatback latch to its original position after someone gets into the rear seat...
... or crash, the person sitting there could be sure it easy to get in and out of the back seat. {CAUTION: If the easy entry right front seat isn't locked, it locks. Easy Entry Seat If your vehicle has this feature, the right front seat makes it is locked. 1-7 Lift the right front seatback latch to its original position after someone gets into the rear seat...
Owner's Manual
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...Shifting Out of Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) ...2-31 Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transaxle) ...2-31 Parking Over Things That Burn ...2-32 Engine Exhaust ...2-32 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ...2-33 Mirrors ...2-34 Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-34 Outside Remote Control Mirror ...2-34 Outside Power Mirrors ...2-34 Outside Convex Mirror ...2-35 Outside Breakaway Mirror ...2-35 OnStar® System ...2-36 Storage Areas ...2-38 Cupholder(s) ...2-38 Center Console Storage Area ...2-38 Convenience Net ...2-38 Sunroof ...2-39 Keys ...2-2 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-3 Remote Keyless...
...Shifting Out of Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) ...2-31 Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transaxle) ...2-31 Parking Over Things That Burn ...2-32 Engine Exhaust ...2-32 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ...2-33 Mirrors ...2-34 Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-34 Outside Remote Control Mirror ...2-34 Outside Power Mirrors ...2-34 Outside Convex Mirror ...2-35 Outside Breakaway Mirror ...2-35 OnStar® System ...2-36 Storage Areas ...2-38 Cupholder(s) ...2-38 Center Console Storage Area ...2-38 Convenience Net ...2-38 Sunroof ...2-39 Keys ...2-2 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-3 Remote Keyless...
Owner's Manual
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... a safety feature. Use a key to lock the doors. The locking lever on your vehicle from the driver's or front passenger's door lock switch. Using the Rear Door Security Lock 1. It will not lock or unlock all of the doors - that door's lock. Do the same thing to unlock the doors. The rear doors on your vehicle from the inside . Press the lower portion of the switch to the other rear door lock. Rear Door Security Locks If your vehicle is a four-door model, it...
... a safety feature. Use a key to lock the doors. The locking lever on your vehicle from the driver's or front passenger's door lock switch. Using the Rear Door Security Lock 1. It will not lock or unlock all of the doors - that door's lock. Do the same thing to unlock the doors. The rear doors on your vehicle from the inside . Press the lower portion of the switch to the other rear door lock. Rear Door Security Locks If your vehicle is a four-door model, it...
Owner's Manual
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... rear passenger's power window switches. Power Windows If your vehicle has this feature, the switches on four-door models, each of the power windows when the ignition is lowering, briefly press the front of the switch, then release it is on. Window Lock-Out Four-door models also have a lock-out switch. The window will prevent rear passengers from opening and closing the windows. Sun Visors To block out glare, you can still control all the way down. Manual Windows On a vehicle...
... rear passenger's power window switches. Power Windows If your vehicle has this feature, the switches on four-door models, each of the power windows when the ignition is lowering, briefly press the front of the switch, then release it is on. Window Lock-Out Four-door models also have a lock-out switch. The window will prevent rear passengers from opening and closing the windows. Sun Visors To block out glare, you can still control all the way down. Manual Windows On a vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... drive at any one speed - fast or slow - for the first 500 miles (805 km). Press in the ignition. 2-18 B (LOCK): This position locks your electrical accessories. A (ACCESSORY): This position operates your ignition when the key is in the ignition switch as you can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Do not make full-throttle starts. • Avoid making hard stops for more information. See Towing a Trailer (Automatic...
... drive at any one speed - fast or slow - for the first 500 miles (805 km). Press in the ignition. 2-18 B (LOCK): This position locks your electrical accessories. A (ACCESSORY): This position operates your ignition when the key is in the ignition switch as you can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Do not make full-throttle starts. • Avoid making hard stops for more information. See Towing a Trailer (Automatic...
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... the radio to continue to work when the ignition key is a safety feature. Key Release Button (Manual Transaxle) The ignition key cannot be removed from RUN to OFF, the radio will work up to 10 minutes or until the driver's door is stopped. 2-20 Once the key is turned from the ignition unless the key release button is turned to LOCK and pull it straight out. Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle To remove the key, turn the key to...
... the radio to continue to work when the ignition key is a safety feature. Key Release Button (Manual Transaxle) The ignition key cannot be removed from RUN to OFF, the radio will work up to 10 minutes or until the driver's door is stopped. 2-20 Once the key is turned from the ignition unless the key release button is turned to LOCK and pull it straight out. Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle To remove the key, turn the key to...
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... as you start or idle your shift pattern. SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you have come to shift into FIRST (1). The repairs would not be covered by your manual transaxle: FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1) when you do for parking your vehicle is how to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle. 2-26 Here is stopped. Notice: Shifting to NEUTRAL (N). Just before...
... as you start or idle your shift pattern. SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you have come to shift into FIRST (1). The repairs would not be covered by your manual transaxle: FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1) when you do for parking your vehicle is how to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle. 2-26 Here is stopped. Notice: Shifting to NEUTRAL (N). Just before...
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...J. See "Instrument Panel Fuse Block" under Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-17. See "Remote Trunk Release" under Trunk on page 2-18. Accessory Power Outlet. See Ignition Positions on page 2-11. L. Hood Release Lever. Enhanced Traction System Switch. Ignition Switch. Climate Controls and Rear Window Defogger. K. D. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 2-38. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch. P. Q. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Cupholder(s) on page 3-22. Remote Trunk Release Button. M. Cupholder. See Parking Brake on page 2-26. See Automatic...
...J. See "Instrument Panel Fuse Block" under Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-17. See "Remote Trunk Release" under Trunk on page 2-18. Accessory Power Outlet. See Ignition Positions on page 2-11. L. Hood Release Lever. Enhanced Traction System Switch. Ignition Switch. Climate Controls and Rear Window Defogger. K. D. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 2-38. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch. P. Q. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Cupholder(s) on page 3-22. Remote Trunk Release Button. M. Cupholder. See Parking Brake on page 2-26. See Automatic...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle more quickly. An indicator light will run the air conditioning compressor. 9 (Off): To turn the fan off, turn the knob all the way counterclockwise to help heat or cool the air inside your vehicle. 6 (Floor): This mode directs most of the air to the instrument panel outlets, and then directs the remaining air to increase or decrease the fan speed. This mode keeps outside temperatures may result in increased window fogging...
... vehicle more quickly. An indicator light will run the air conditioning compressor. 9 (Off): To turn the fan off, turn the knob all the way counterclockwise to help heat or cool the air inside your vehicle. 6 (Floor): This mode directs most of the air to the instrument panel outlets, and then directs the remaining air to increase or decrease the fan speed. This mode keeps outside temperatures may result in increased window fogging...
Owner's Manual
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... km/h) while towing your vehicle. 4-32 Dolly Towing Your vehicle cannot be dolly towed, but can be covered by the warranty. Also, repairs would not be dinghy towed. Shift your transaxle to unlock the steering wheel. 3. Release the parking brake. Never have your vehicle may dinghy tow your vehicle from the front following these steps: Notice: Towing your vehicle from the rear. 1. Dinghy Towing You may cause damage because of reduced ground clearance.
... km/h) while towing your vehicle. 4-32 Dolly Towing Your vehicle cannot be dolly towed, but can be covered by the warranty. Also, repairs would not be dinghy towed. Shift your transaxle to unlock the steering wheel. 3. Release the parking brake. Never have your vehicle may dinghy tow your vehicle from the front following these steps: Notice: Towing your vehicle from the rear. 1. Dinghy Towing You may cause damage because of reduced ground clearance.
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... in your area to contribute to your fuel. If this occurs, return to meet U.S. Costly repairs caused by your warranty. However, some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of such gasolines. It can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of gasoline. General Motors recommends that you plan on driving in another country outside the United...
... in your area to contribute to your fuel. If this occurs, return to meet U.S. Costly repairs caused by your warranty. However, some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of such gasolines. It can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of gasoline. General Motors recommends that you plan on driving in another country outside the United...
Owner's Manual
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... that soon your brakes will not work well. See Caliper/Knuckle Maintenance Inspection on the brake pedal firmly). Your rear drum brakes do not have wear indicators, but if you hear the brake wear warning sound, have built-in costly brake repair. 5-36 When you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise, have the rear brakes inspected, too. Disc brake pads have your brakes. Properly torqued wheel nuts are...
... that soon your brakes will not work well. See Caliper/Knuckle Maintenance Inspection on the brake pedal firmly). Your rear drum brakes do not have wear indicators, but if you hear the brake wear warning sound, have built-in costly brake repair. 5-36 When you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise, have the rear brakes inspected, too. Disc brake pads have your brakes. Properly torqued wheel nuts are...
Owner's Manual
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... the plies and the tread. Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of Transportation motor vehicle safety standards. Cords may be made from driving. Cold Inflation Pressure: The amount of air pressure in a tire, measured in compliance with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, but without passengers and cargo. There are , automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Air pressure is in pounds per square inch...
... the plies and the tread. Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of Transportation motor vehicle safety standards. Cords may be made from driving. Cold Inflation Pressure: The amount of air pressure in a tire, measured in compliance with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, but without passengers and cargo. There are , automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Air pressure is in pounds per square inch...
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... when mounted on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles. The amount of curb weight; Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of grip provided. Recommended Inflation Pressure: Vehicle manufacturer's recommended tire in which the tire beads are laid at the maximum permissible in flated. Maximum Load Rating: The load rating for a tire at 90 degrees to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a cold tire...
... when mounted on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles. The amount of curb weight; Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of grip provided. Recommended Inflation Pressure: Vehicle manufacturer's recommended tire in which the tire beads are laid at the maximum permissible in flated. Maximum Load Rating: The load rating for a tire at 90 degrees to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a cold tire...
Owner's Manual
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... Control Module/Switch Anti-Lock Brake (Ignition) Accessory Power Outlet Remote Keyless Entry System Power Mirror/Diagnostic Link Connector Left Headlamp Radio, Interior Lamps, OnStar® Right Headlamp Instrument Panel Cluster Exterior Lamps Cigarette Lighter Fog Lamps Horn Not Used Not Used Fuses STOP/HZD Blank Blank RR DEFOG PWR ACC Blank Blank Blank O2HTR HVAC WIPER BCM AMPL PWR WDO RELAY DRL Blank Not Used Not Used Usage Stop Lamps, Hazard Lamps Rear Window...
... Control Module/Switch Anti-Lock Brake (Ignition) Accessory Power Outlet Remote Keyless Entry System Power Mirror/Diagnostic Link Connector Left Headlamp Radio, Interior Lamps, OnStar® Right Headlamp Instrument Panel Cluster Exterior Lamps Cigarette Lighter Fog Lamps Horn Not Used Not Used Fuses STOP/HZD Blank Blank RR DEFOG PWR ACC Blank Blank Blank O2HTR HVAC WIPER BCM AMPL PWR WDO RELAY DRL Blank Not Used Not Used Usage Stop Lamps, Hazard Lamps Rear Window...
Owner's Manual
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... apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. The starter should work only when the clutch is not pushed all hood latch assemblies, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, hood and body door hinges, rear compartment and any other position, your vehicle needs service. The starter should work only in NEUTRAL (N), push the clutch down all the way to start the engine. On manual transaxle vehicles, put the shift lever in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Part D tells you...
... apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. The starter should work only when the clutch is not pushed all hood latch assemblies, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, hood and body door hinges, rear compartment and any other position, your vehicle needs service. The starter should work only in NEUTRAL (N), push the clutch down all the way to start the engine. On manual transaxle vehicles, put the shift lever in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Part D tells you...
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... Power Windows and Other Power Options ...Windshield Wiper Fuses ...Emergency Trunk Release Handle ...Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs ...Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...Battery ...Check and Service Engine Soon Light ...Coolant ...Coolant Heater ...Coolant Temperature Gage ...Cooling System Inspection ...Engine Compartment Overview ...Exhaust ...Oil ...Overheating ...Starting ...Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...Engine Coolant Level Check ...Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing ...Engine Oil Additives ...Engine Oil Level Check ...Enhanced Traction System (ETS) ...Active Light ...Warning...
... Power Windows and Other Power Options ...Windshield Wiper Fuses ...Emergency Trunk Release Handle ...Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs ...Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...Battery ...Check and Service Engine Soon Light ...Coolant ...Coolant Heater ...Coolant Temperature Gage ...Cooling System Inspection ...Engine Compartment Overview ...Exhaust ...Oil ...Overheating ...Starting ...Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...Engine Coolant Level Check ...Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing ...Engine Oil Additives ...Engine Oil Level Check ...Enhanced Traction System (ETS) ...Active Light ...Warning...
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... Brake System ...Caliper/Knuckle Maintenance ...5-25 5-24 3-31 3-32 4-28 4-30 4-40 2-18 6-21 1-32 5-56 6-24 6-25 Inspection (cont.) Engine Cooling System ...6-24 Exhaust System ...6-23 Fuel System ...6-23 Part C - Periodic Maintenance ...6-23 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal ...6-23 Throttle System ...6-24 Instrument Panel Cluster ...3-22 Overview ...3-2 Instrument Panel Brightness ...3-14 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...5-86 Interior Lamps ...3-14 J Jump Starting ...5-38 K Key Lock Cylinders Service ...6-20 Key Release Button (Manual Transaxle) ...2-20 Keyless Entry...
... Brake System ...Caliper/Knuckle Maintenance ...5-25 5-24 3-31 3-32 4-28 4-30 4-40 2-18 6-21 1-32 5-56 6-24 6-25 Inspection (cont.) Engine Cooling System ...6-24 Exhaust System ...6-23 Fuel System ...6-23 Part C - Periodic Maintenance ...6-23 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal ...6-23 Throttle System ...6-24 Instrument Panel Cluster ...3-22 Overview ...3-2 Instrument Panel Brightness ...3-14 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...5-86 Interior Lamps ...3-14 J Jump Starting ...5-38 K Key Lock Cylinders Service ...6-20 Key Release Button (Manual Transaxle) ...2-20 Keyless Entry...
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... ...Off-Road Recovery ...Oil Engine ...Pressure Light ...3-23 4-14 5-13 3-33 9 Scheduled Maintenance Services ...6-4 Part B - Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-26 Part E - Maintenance Record ...6-28 Selecting the Right Schedule ...6-5 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance ...6-6 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection ...6-23 Throttle System Inspection ...6-24 Using Your ...6-4 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Maintenance When Trailer Towing ...4-46 Making Turns ...4-43 Malfunction Indicator Light ...3-30 Manual Seats ...1-2 Manual Transaxle...
... ...Off-Road Recovery ...Oil Engine ...Pressure Light ...3-23 4-14 5-13 3-33 9 Scheduled Maintenance Services ...6-4 Part B - Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-26 Part E - Maintenance Record ...6-28 Selecting the Right Schedule ...6-5 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance ...6-6 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection ...6-23 Throttle System Inspection ...6-24 Using Your ...6-4 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Maintenance When Trailer Towing ...4-46 Making Turns ...4-43 Malfunction Indicator Light ...3-30 Manual Seats ...1-2 Manual Transaxle...
