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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... 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 M Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Towing ...4-31 Service and Appearance Care ...5-1 ...
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... 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 M Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Towing ...4-31 Service and Appearance Care ...5-1 ...
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..., reference the following topics: Seats and Restraint Systems in Section 1 Features and Controls in Section 2 Instrument Panel Overview in Section 3 Climate Controls in Section 3 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators in Section 3 Audio System(s) in Section 3 Engine Compartment Overview in Section 5 iv Many times, this book you need help avoid the damage.
..., reference the following topics: Seats and Restraint Systems in Section 1 Features and Controls in Section 2 Instrument Panel Overview in Section 3 Climate Controls in Section 3 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators in Section 3 Audio System(s) in Section 3 Engine Compartment Overview in Section 5 iv Many times, this book you need help avoid the damage.
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... your injuries can hit things inside or outside of a vehicle. You can be seriously injured or killed. See Safety Belt Reminder Light on as a reminder to buckle up . It is extremely dangerous to ride in a crash and you are fastened properly too. If you 're not wearing a ...
... your injuries can hit things inside or outside of a vehicle. You can be seriously injured or killed. See Safety Belt Reminder Light on as a reminder to buckle up . It is extremely dangerous to ride in a crash and you are fastened properly too. If you 're not wearing a ...
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The light tells you if there is a air bag readiness light on page 3-24 for malfunctions. There is an electrical problem. The system checks the air bag electrical system for more information. The driver's air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-52 Where Are the Air Bags? See Air Bag Readiness Light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol.
The light tells you if there is a air bag readiness light on page 3-24 for malfunctions. There is an electrical problem. The system checks the air bag electrical system for more information. The driver's air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-52 Where Are the Air Bags? See Air Bag Readiness Light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol.
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... is disconnected, an air bag can rip apart under impact forces. Be sure to follow proper service procedures, and make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your vehicle and the air bag system.
... is disconnected, an air bag can rip apart under impact forces. Be sure to follow proper service procedures, and make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your vehicle and the air bag system.
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... the emergency trunk release handle only to open the trunk lid. This handle will glow following : • A modified trunk latch • A lighted release handle • Seatback tethers (for vehicles with folding rear seatbacks) See your dealer for additional information. Notice: Using the emergency trunk release handle as a ...
... the emergency trunk release handle only to open the trunk lid. This handle will glow following : • A modified trunk latch • A lighted release handle • Seatback tethers (for vehicles with folding rear seatbacks) See your dealer for additional information. Notice: Using the emergency trunk release handle as a ...
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... turning the key to steal. Content Theft-Deterrent Arming the System If your vehicle is armed, the THEFT SYSTEM light on your vehicle has a number of horn and headlights for 10 seconds and then a full alarm of theft-... . 2-16 Once the system is equipped with the power door lock switch. The THEFT SYSTEM light will also disarm the system. If the system is armed and the trunk is big business, especially in some ...cities. If the light is on solid, the system is off, press the LOCK button on the doors or with this...
... turning the key to steal. Content Theft-Deterrent Arming the System If your vehicle is armed, the THEFT SYSTEM light on your vehicle has a number of horn and headlights for 10 seconds and then a full alarm of theft-... . 2-16 Once the system is equipped with the power door lock switch. The THEFT SYSTEM light will also disarm the system. If the system is armed and the trunk is big business, especially in some ...cities. If the light is on solid, the system is off, press the LOCK button on the doors or with this...
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...off the alarm and disarm the system. During normal operation, the THEFT SYSTEM light will go off approximately five seconds after the key is equipped with , fuel is running and... the THEFT SYSTEM light comes on your transmitter, the content theft security system alarm was triggered while you turn the...may also want to restart the engine. If the engine stalls and the THEFT SYSTEM light flashes, wait until the light stops flashing before trying to check the fuses. Remember to restart the engine if you...
...off the alarm and disarm the system. During normal operation, the THEFT SYSTEM light will go off approximately five seconds after the key is equipped with , fuel is running and... the THEFT SYSTEM light comes on your transmitter, the content theft security system alarm was triggered while you turn the...may also want to restart the engine. If the engine stalls and the THEFT SYSTEM light flashes, wait until the light stops flashing before trying to check the fuses. Remember to restart the engine if you...
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... E (START): This position starts the engine. If none of ability to OFF. Even if the engine is the position to display some instrument panel warning lights. D (RUN): This is not running, ACCESSORY and RUN allow you are using the correct key; When the engine starts, release the key. The switch stays...
... E (START): This position starts the engine. If none of ability to OFF. Even if the engine is the position to display some instrument panel warning lights. D (RUN): This is not running, ACCESSORY and RUN allow you are using the correct key; When the engine starts, release the key. The switch stays...
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... the next higher gear for the best fuel economy. For the best fuel economy, accelerate slowly and shift when the light comes on , you can shift to the next higher gear if weather, road and traffic conditions let you when to shift to go on and ...off if you have an up-shift light. You could lose control of the accelerator. Shift Speeds Up-Shift Light If you have a manual transaxle, you quickly change the position of your vehicle. Ignore the...
... the next higher gear for the best fuel economy. For the best fuel economy, accelerate slowly and shift when the light comes on , you can shift to the next higher gear if weather, road and traffic conditions let you when to shift to go on and ...off if you have an up-shift light. You could lose control of the accelerator. Shift Speeds Up-Shift Light If you have a manual transaxle, you quickly change the position of your vehicle. Ignore the...
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If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will sound to remind you to brake system parts. Notice: Driving with the parking brake on . To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal ... similar 2-28 Pull the parking brake lever up on the parking brake lever. Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is located between the bucket seats. To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down . If you can overheat the brake system and cause...
If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will sound to remind you to brake system parts. Notice: Driving with the parking brake on . To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal ... similar 2-28 Pull the parking brake lever up on the parking brake lever. Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is located between the bucket seats. To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down . If you can overheat the brake system and cause...
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... ...3-21 Instrument Panel Cluster ...3-22 Speedometer and Odometer ...3-23 Tachometer ...3-23 Safety Belt Reminder Light ...3-24 Air Bag Readiness Light ...3-24 Charging System Light ...3-25 Up-Shift Light ...3-26 Brake System Warning Light ...3-26 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ...3-27 Enhanced Traction System Warning Light ...3-28 Enhanced Traction System Active Light ...3-29 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ...3-29
... ...3-21 Instrument Panel Cluster ...3-22 Speedometer and Odometer ...3-23 Tachometer ...3-23 Safety Belt Reminder Light ...3-24 Air Bag Readiness Light ...3-24 Charging System Light ...3-25 Up-Shift Light ...3-26 Brake System Warning Light ...3-26 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ...3-27 Enhanced Traction System Warning Light ...3-28 Enhanced Traction System Active Light ...3-29 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ...3-29
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... really help on page 4-10. When road conditions allow you to safely use your foot on the accelerator. When you apply your vehicle has this light on the instrument panel cluster will automatically disengage. See Enhanced Traction System (ETS) on long trips. Cruise control does not work at a steady speed. Cruise...
... really help on page 4-10. When road conditions allow you to safely use your foot on the accelerator. When you apply your vehicle has this light on the instrument panel cluster will automatically disengage. See Enhanced Traction System (ETS) on long trips. Cruise control does not work at a steady speed. Cruise...
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..., load and the steepness of cruise control. Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are several ways to turn off the cruise control: • Step lightly on steep hills. • Push in very small amounts, briefly press the button. When going downhill, you will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower. Passing...
..., load and the steepness of cruise control. Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are several ways to turn off the cruise control: • Step lightly on steep hills. • Push in very small amounts, briefly press the button. When going downhill, you will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower. Passing...
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...: Move the lever to OFF to the first setting past DELAY for steady wiping at low speed. Q 2 (High Speed): Move the lever up for light rain or snow.
...: Move the lever to OFF to the first setting past DELAY for steady wiping at low speed. Q 2 (High Speed): Move the lever up for light rain or snow.
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The exterior lamp band on the headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps and lights. Exterior Lamps The exterior lamp band has three positions: OFF: Turning the band to this position turns off all lamps, except the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). < (Parking Lamps): Turning the band to this position turns on the parking lamps, together with the following: • Sidemarker Lamps • Taillamps • Instrument Panel Lights 4 (Headlamps): Turning the band to this position turns on the turn signal/multifunction lever controls the exterior lamps. 3-12
The exterior lamp band on the headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps and lights. Exterior Lamps The exterior lamp band has three positions: OFF: Turning the band to this position turns off all lamps, except the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). < (Parking Lamps): Turning the band to this position turns on the parking lamps, together with the following: • Sidemarker Lamps • Taillamps • Instrument Panel Lights 4 (Headlamps): Turning the band to this position turns on the turn signal/multifunction lever controls the exterior lamps. 3-12
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... the reduced brightness. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps that the vehicle may need it easier for others to repair a stuck DRL relay. This indicator light on at a reduced brightness. Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can be lit up either. The DRL will stay off , and the low-beam...
... the reduced brightness. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps that the vehicle may need it easier for others to repair a stuck DRL relay. This indicator light on at a reduced brightness. Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can be lit up either. The DRL will stay off , and the low-beam...
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... interior courtesy lamps. Continuous use as necessary. 3-14 Turn the thumbwheel up to dim them. Turn the thumbwheel all the way up to brighten the lights or down to turn the fog lamps off while the high-beam headlamps are on . The button for your fog lamps for this feature, use... to turn on . Push the top of the steering column. Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness The thumbwheel for better visibility in foggy or misty conditions. A light on the button will come on while the fog lamps are on .
... interior courtesy lamps. Continuous use as necessary. 3-14 Turn the thumbwheel up to dim them. Turn the thumbwheel all the way up to brighten the lights or down to turn the fog lamps off while the high-beam headlamps are on . The button for your fog lamps for this feature, use... to turn on . Push the top of the steering column. Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness The thumbwheel for better visibility in foggy or misty conditions. A light on the button will come on while the fog lamps are on .
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... and the ignition is left open either a front door or a rear door, the lamps inside your vehicle will go on . • Open any door. Entry Lighting When you exit the vehicle and all of the dome lamp. The lamps will avoid draining the battery. Battery Run-Down Protection Your vehicle is... the key is pressed. In addition, if your vehicle's battery. This will also fade to protect your vehicle is equipped with remote keyless entry, the light will also be activated when any door is pressed.
... and the ignition is left open either a front door or a rear door, the lamps inside your vehicle will go on . • Open any door. Entry Lighting When you exit the vehicle and all of the dome lamp. The lamps will avoid draining the battery. Battery Run-Down Protection Your vehicle is... the key is pressed. In addition, if your vehicle's battery. This will also fade to protect your vehicle is equipped with remote keyless entry, the light will also be activated when any door is pressed.
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..., cooling and ventilation for the side windows) with the ignition on to run continuously with some air directed to the floor outlets. An indicator light will run the air conditioning compressor. 9 (Off): To turn the fan off , the fan will come on .
..., cooling and ventilation for the side windows) with the ignition on to run continuously with some air directed to the floor outlets. An indicator light will run the air conditioning compressor. 9 (Off): To turn the fan off , the fan will come on .