Owner's Manual
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2005 Pontiac Montana Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-3 Rear Seats ...1-7 Safety Belts ...1-30 Child Restraints ...1-50 Airbag System ...1-81 Restraint System Check ...1-91 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-9 Windows ...2-23 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-25 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-30 Mirrors ...2-42 OnStar® System ...2-43 HomeLink® Transmitter ...2-44 Storage Areas ...2-48 Vehicle Personalization ...2-57 ...3-1 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-26 Warning Lights, Gages, ...
2005 Pontiac Montana Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-3 Rear Seats ...1-7 Safety Belts ...1-30 Child Restraints ...1-50 Airbag System ...1-81 Restraint System Check ...1-91 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-9 Windows ...2-23 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-25 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-30 Mirrors ...2-42 OnStar® System ...2-43 HomeLink® Transmitter ...2-44 Storage Areas ...2-48 Vehicle Personalization ...2-57 ...3-1 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-26 Warning Lights, Gages, ...
Owner's Manual
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... Starting Your Engine ...2-31 Engine Coolant Heater ...2-32 Automatic Transaxle Operation ...2-33 Parking Brake ...2-37 Shifting Into Park (P) ...2-38 Shifting Out of Park (P) ...2-39 Parking Over Things That Burn ...2-40 Engine Exhaust ...2-40 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ...2-41 Mirrors ...2-42 Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-42 Outside Power Mirrors ...2-42 Outside Convex Mirror ...2-42 Outside Heated Mirrors ...2-43 OnStar® System ...2-43 Keys ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-5 Doors and Locks ...2-9 Door Locks ...2-9 Power...
... Starting Your Engine ...2-31 Engine Coolant Heater ...2-32 Automatic Transaxle Operation ...2-33 Parking Brake ...2-37 Shifting Into Park (P) ...2-38 Shifting Out of Park (P) ...2-39 Parking Over Things That Burn ...2-40 Engine Exhaust ...2-40 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ...2-41 Mirrors ...2-42 Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-42 Outside Power Mirrors ...2-42 Outside Convex Mirror ...2-42 Outside Heated Mirrors ...2-43 OnStar® System ...2-43 Keys ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-5 Doors and Locks ...2-9 Door Locks ...2-9 Power...
Owner's Manual
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... driver's door armrest control the front windows when the ignition is in RUN, ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. The first position lowers the window normally. Express-Down Window To activate the express-down feature, push the AUTO switch all the way, pull up the front of the switch. 2-24 The driver's power window switch has two down to the second position, then release it. Power Windows If your vehicle...
... driver's door armrest control the front windows when the ignition is in RUN, ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. The first position lowers the window normally. Express-Down Window To activate the express-down feature, push the AUTO switch all the way, pull up the front of the switch. 2-24 The driver's power window switch has two down to the second position, then release it. Power Windows If your vehicle...
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Arming with the power door lock switch. 2-26 A light located on when you press the rear of the vehicle next to the windshield, will begin flashing at a very slow rate to ON. The horn will sound and the parking lamps will go off if someone tries to enter the vehicle without using the remote keyless entry transmitter or a key, or turns the ignition to let you know the system...
Arming with the power door lock switch. 2-26 A light located on when you press the rear of the vehicle next to the windshield, will begin flashing at a very slow rate to ON. The horn will sound and the parking lamps will go off if someone tries to enter the vehicle without using the remote keyless entry transmitter or a key, or turns the ignition to let you know the system...
Owner's Manual
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.... Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 5-11. Instrument Panel Cluster. Audio System. H. See Hood Release on page 3-6. K. Horn. M. Ignition Switch. R. See Accessory Power Outlets on page 3-28. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-25. Instrument Panel Fuse Block. Side Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-6. E. Center Outlets. See Horn on page 3-28. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-31. See Rear Climate Control System (Without Entertainment System) on page 3-29 or Rear...
.... Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 5-11. Instrument Panel Cluster. Audio System. H. See Hood Release on page 3-6. K. Horn. M. Ignition Switch. R. See Accessory Power Outlets on page 3-28. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-25. Instrument Panel Fuse Block. Side Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-6. E. Center Outlets. See Horn on page 3-28. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-31. See Rear Climate Control System (Without Entertainment System) on page 3-29 or Rear...
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... following : Instrument Panel Switchbank • Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY. • Turn the interior lamps thumbwheel all the way to the right, then slightly back to the left. • Open a closed door, or close and reopen a door. See Heated Seats on page 3-31. • Rear Window Washer/Wiper Switch. If your vehicle does not have one of the following : • Rear Fan Knob. See Rear Climate Control System (Without...
... following : Instrument Panel Switchbank • Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY. • Turn the interior lamps thumbwheel all the way to the right, then slightly back to the left. • Open a closed door, or close and reopen a door. See Heated Seats on page 3-31. • Rear Window Washer/Wiper Switch. If your vehicle does not have one of the following : • Rear Fan Knob. See Rear Climate Control System (Without...
Owner's Manual
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... adding electrical equipment, be covered by your warranty. Accessory Power Outlets With accessory power outlets you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on accessory power outlets. To put the cover in equipment that exceeds the maximum amperage rating. If you can cause damage not covered by your warranty. Notice: Adding any type of accessory or accessory bracket from working as a cellular telephone or CB radio. Always turn...
... adding electrical equipment, be covered by your warranty. Accessory Power Outlets With accessory power outlets you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on accessory power outlets. To put the cover in equipment that exceeds the maximum amperage rating. If you can cause damage not covered by your warranty. Notice: Adding any type of accessory or accessory bracket from working as a cellular telephone or CB radio. Always turn...
Owner's Manual
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... direct air to the rear of the vehicle. If a rear seat passenger is adjusting the temperature, increase or decrease the temperature for heating. Be sure to keep the area around the base of the center instrument panel console, between and under the front seats, free of the vehicle will remain at cabin temperature. 3-30 Temperature Control: If the driver is adjusting the temperature, turn off the fan. If...
... direct air to the rear of the vehicle. If a rear seat passenger is adjusting the temperature, increase or decrease the temperature for heating. Be sure to keep the area around the base of the center instrument panel console, between and under the front seats, free of the vehicle will remain at cabin temperature. 3-30 Temperature Control: If the driver is adjusting the temperature, turn off the fan. If...
Owner's Manual
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... be turned to R (Rear) to allow the rear seat passengers to use the right knob located on the control panel in your vehicle. Rear Climate Control System (With Entertainment System) Your vehicle may have a rear climate control system that allows the driver to adjust the fan speed or a rear seat passenger to set a separate temperature and adjust the fan speed, for air conditioning and the floor outlets are overhead, on the control panel located...
... be turned to R (Rear) to allow the rear seat passengers to use the right knob located on the control panel in your vehicle. Rear Climate Control System (With Entertainment System) Your vehicle may have a rear climate control system that allows the driver to adjust the fan speed or a rear seat passenger to set a separate temperature and adjust the fan speed, for air conditioning and the floor outlets are overhead, on the control panel located...
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... on the main climate control panel. The display will remain at cabin temperature. If a rear-seat passenger is routed through the available settings of the vehicle. Turn the fan knob on the rear fan control located below the main climate control system on the rear control panel. Use the right arrow button to make the air warmer. Passenger Compartment Air Filter Passenger compartment air, both outside and recirculated air, is adjusting the temperature...
... on the main climate control panel. The display will remain at cabin temperature. If a rear-seat passenger is routed through the available settings of the vehicle. Turn the fan knob on the rear fan control located below the main climate control system on the rear control panel. Use the right arrow button to make the air warmer. Passenger Compartment Air Filter Passenger compartment air, both outside and recirculated air, is adjusting the temperature...
Owner's Manual
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... Your Tank ...5-8 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...5-10 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 Hood Release ...5-11 Engine Compartment Overview ...5-12 Engine Oil ...5-13 Engine Oil Life System ...5-16 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-17 Automatic Transaxle Fluid ...5-19 Engine Coolant ...5-22 Radiator Pressure Cap ...5-24 Engine Overheating ...5-25 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ...5-26 Cooling System ...5-27 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Power Steering Fluid ...5-32 Windshield Washer Fluid ...5-34 Brakes ...5-35 Battery ...5-38 Jump Starting ...5-39 Bulb Replacement...
... Your Tank ...5-8 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...5-10 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 Hood Release ...5-11 Engine Compartment Overview ...5-12 Engine Oil ...5-13 Engine Oil Life System ...5-16 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-17 Automatic Transaxle Fluid ...5-19 Engine Coolant ...5-22 Radiator Pressure Cap ...5-24 Engine Overheating ...5-25 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ...5-26 Cooling System ...5-27 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Power Steering Fluid ...5-32 Windshield Washer Fluid ...5-34 Brakes ...5-35 Battery ...5-38 Jump Starting ...5-39 Bulb Replacement...
Owner's Manual
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... drive. Idle for about 10 minutes. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary. 3. Climb a long hill on your vehicle right away. 5-26 Notice: After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode, to avoid engine damage, allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair. Driving extended miles (km) and/or towing a trailer...
... drive. Idle for about 10 minutes. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary. 3. Climb a long hill on your vehicle right away. 5-26 Notice: After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode, to avoid engine damage, allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair. Driving extended miles (km) and/or towing a trailer...
Owner's Manual
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... brake pads have built-in pedal travel. Brake linings should be replaced as complete axle sets. {CAUTION: The brake wear warning sound means that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are removed for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in costly brake repair. This could be heard all the time your vehicle is moving , your dealer if the brake...
... brake pads have built-in pedal travel. Brake linings should be replaced as complete axle sets. {CAUTION: The brake wear warning sound means that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are removed for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in costly brake repair. This could be heard all the time your vehicle is moving , your dealer if the brake...
Owner's Manual
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... and speed rating of optional accessories. Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of the tire. Tire Size The following illustration shows an example of a typical passenger vehicle tire size. (D) Construction Code: A letter code is certified to carry. and the letter B means belted-bias ply construction. (E) Rim Diameter: Diameter of the wheel in millimeters from A to Z. (A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United States version of optional accessories are, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. 5-55...
... and speed rating of optional accessories. Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of the tire. Tire Size The following illustration shows an example of a typical passenger vehicle tire size. (D) Construction Code: A letter code is certified to carry. and the letter B means belted-bias ply construction. (E) Rim Diameter: Diameter of the wheel in millimeters from A to Z. (A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United States version of optional accessories are, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. 5-55...
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...;ation pressure and shown on the tire placard. Treadwear Indicators: Narrow bands, sometimes called "wear bars," that provides consumers with the road. Vehicle Capacity Weight: The number of grip provided. Traction: The friction between the tread and the bead. The ratings are laid at which the ply cords that faces outward when mounted on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles...
...;ation pressure and shown on the tire placard. Treadwear Indicators: Narrow bands, sometimes called "wear bars," that provides consumers with the road. Vehicle Capacity Weight: The number of grip provided. Traction: The friction between the tread and the bead. The ratings are laid at which the ply cords that faces outward when mounted on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles...
Owner's Manual
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... KEY/CLUSTER PWR MIRROR Usage Steering Wheel Radio Control Switches (Illumination) Instrument Cluster to PRNDL Indicators Power Remote Control Mirror Switch Cruise Control Module, Switch and CRUISE Release Switch Blank Not Used Powertrain Control Module (PCM), PCM/CRANK Ignition Crank PASS KEY PASS-Key® III System PWR LOCK Power Door Locks HTD MIRROR Heated Mirrors RH T/LP Not Used RR FOG LP Not Used CIGAR/DIC/ Cigarette Lighter, DIC, Front APO FRT Auxiliary Power Outlets, Data Link T/SIG Turn Signal Switch Interior Lamp and Multifunction PWR QTR Switch (Power...
... KEY/CLUSTER PWR MIRROR Usage Steering Wheel Radio Control Switches (Illumination) Instrument Cluster to PRNDL Indicators Power Remote Control Mirror Switch Cruise Control Module, Switch and CRUISE Release Switch Blank Not Used Powertrain Control Module (PCM), PCM/CRANK Ignition Crank PASS KEY PASS-Key® III System PWR LOCK Power Door Locks HTD MIRROR Heated Mirrors RH T/LP Not Used RR FOG LP Not Used CIGAR/DIC/ Cigarette Lighter, DIC, Front APO FRT Auxiliary Power Outlets, Data Link T/SIG Turn Signal Switch Interior Lamp and Multifunction PWR QTR Switch (Power...
Owner's Manual
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... Door Ajar Stoplamp Switch Module/Electronic Brake Control Module/Electronic Brake Traction Control Module (EBCM/EBTCM) Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) Canister Vent Solenoid Valve, All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Not Used ELC Air Compressor and ELC Height Sensor, Trailer Harness Courtesy Lamp Fuse IGN 1 RR HVAC TEMP CONT RR WPR/ WSHR LH HEADLP LOW LH HEADLP HIGH Blank Blank Blank Usage BCM, Electronic Brake Control Indicator Lamp Driver Module, Instrument Panel Cluster, Rear Side Door Actuator Control Module, Rear Windows, Rear Parking Aid Rear HVAC-A/C Control Rear Window Wiper Motor, Rear Window Wiper...
... Door Ajar Stoplamp Switch Module/Electronic Brake Control Module/Electronic Brake Traction Control Module (EBCM/EBTCM) Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) Canister Vent Solenoid Valve, All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Not Used ELC Air Compressor and ELC Height Sensor, Trailer Harness Courtesy Lamp Fuse IGN 1 RR HVAC TEMP CONT RR WPR/ WSHR LH HEADLP LOW LH HEADLP HIGH Blank Blank Blank Usage BCM, Electronic Brake Control Indicator Lamp Driver Module, Instrument Panel Cluster, Rear Side Door Actuator Control Module, Rear Windows, Rear Parking Aid Rear HVAC-A/C Control Rear Window Wiper Motor, Rear Window Wiper...
Owner's Manual
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... Overheating ...5-25 Starting ...2-31 Entering Programming Mode ...2-58 Entertainment System ...3-104 Entry Lighting ...3-18 Event Data Recorders (EDR) ...7-9 Exit Lighting ...3-19 Exiting Programming Mode ...2-66 Extender, Safety Belt ...1-49 Exterior Lamps ...3-15 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner ...5-17 Finish Damage ...5-89 Fixed Mast Antenna ...3-118 Flash-to-Pass ...3-9 Flat Tire ...5-68 Flat Tire, Changing ...5-68 Flat Tire, Storing ...5-80 Flip and Fold Rear Seats ...1-8 Fluid Automatic Transaxle ...5-19 Power Steering ...5-32 Windshield Washer ...5-34 Fog Lamps...
... Overheating ...5-25 Starting ...2-31 Entering Programming Mode ...2-58 Entertainment System ...3-104 Entry Lighting ...3-18 Event Data Recorders (EDR) ...7-9 Exit Lighting ...3-19 Exiting Programming Mode ...2-66 Extender, Safety Belt ...1-49 Exterior Lamps ...3-15 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner ...5-17 Finish Damage ...5-89 Fixed Mast Antenna ...3-118 Flash-to-Pass ...3-9 Flat Tire ...5-68 Flat Tire, Changing ...5-68 Flat Tire, Storing ...5-80 Flip and Fold Rear Seats ...1-8 Fluid Automatic Transaxle ...5-19 Power Steering ...5-32 Windshield Washer ...5-34 Fog Lamps...
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... ...2-39 Parking Assist ...3-22 Brake ...2-37 Over Things That Burn ...2-40 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...3-32 Passing ...4-12 PASS-Key® III ...2-28 PASS-Key® III Operation ...2-28 PASS-Key® III Security Message ...3-51 Power Accessory Outlets ...3-25 Door Locks ...2-10 Electrical System ...5-92 Rear Quarter Windows ...2-25 Retained Accessory (RAP) ...2-31 Six-Way Seats ...1-4 Sliding Door ...2-16 Sliding Door Warning Message ...3-49 Steering Fluid ...5-32 Windows ...2-24 Pretensioners, Safety Belt ...1-49 Programmable Automatic Door Locks...
... ...2-39 Parking Assist ...3-22 Brake ...2-37 Over Things That Burn ...2-40 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...3-32 Passing ...4-12 PASS-Key® III ...2-28 PASS-Key® III Operation ...2-28 PASS-Key® III Security Message ...3-51 Power Accessory Outlets ...3-25 Door Locks ...2-10 Electrical System ...5-92 Rear Quarter Windows ...2-25 Retained Accessory (RAP) ...2-31 Six-Way Seats ...1-4 Sliding Door ...2-16 Sliding Door Warning Message ...3-49 Steering Fluid ...5-32 Windows ...2-24 Pretensioners, Safety Belt ...1-49 Programmable Automatic Door Locks...
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...20 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...1-47 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ...3-111, 3-113 Rear Seat Operation ...1-7 Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts ...1-44 Rear Storage Area ...2-53 Rearview Mirrors ...2-42 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-5 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...4-34 Remote Driver Unlock Control ...2-61 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation ...2-5 Remote Lock and Unlock Confirmation ...2-62 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire ...5-73 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ...5-70 Replacement Bulbs...
...20 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...1-47 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ...3-111, 3-113 Rear Seat Operation ...1-7 Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts ...1-44 Rear Storage Area ...2-53 Rearview Mirrors ...2-42 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-5 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...4-34 Remote Driver Unlock Control ...2-61 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation ...2-5 Remote Lock and Unlock Confirmation ...2-62 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire ...5-73 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ...5-70 Replacement Bulbs...