Owner's Manual
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2005 Pontiac Sunfire Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-8 Safety Belts ...1-9 Child Restraints ...1-29 Airbag System ...1-47 Restraint System Check ...1-56 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-2 Doors and Locks ...2-8 Windows ...2-12 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-14 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-16 Mirrors ...2-30 OnStar® System ...2-32 Storage Areas ...2-34 Sunroof ...2-34 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-18 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-21 Audio System(s) ...3-38...
2005 Pontiac Sunfire Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-8 Safety Belts ...1-9 Child Restraints ...1-29 Airbag System ...1-47 Restraint System Check ...1-56 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-2 Doors and Locks ...2-8 Windows ...2-12 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-14 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-16 Mirrors ...2-30 OnStar® System ...2-32 Storage Areas ...2-34 Sunroof ...2-34 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-18 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-21 Audio System(s) ...3-38...
Owner's Manual
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... After a Crash ...1-57 Front Seats ...1-2 Manual Seats ...1-2 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-4 Head Restraints ...1-5 Seatback Latches ...1-6 Easy Entry Seat ...1-7 Rear Seats ...1-8 60/40 Split Bench Seat ...1-8 Safety Belts ...1-9 Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone ...1-9 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ...1-13 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...1-14 Driver Position ...1-15 Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment (Four Door Models) ...1-21 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ...1-22 Right Front Passenger Position ...1-22 Rear Seat Passengers ...1-22 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children...
... After a Crash ...1-57 Front Seats ...1-2 Manual Seats ...1-2 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-4 Head Restraints ...1-5 Seatback Latches ...1-6 Easy Entry Seat ...1-7 Rear Seats ...1-8 60/40 Split Bench Seat ...1-8 Safety Belts ...1-9 Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone ...1-9 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ...1-13 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...1-14 Driver Position ...1-15 Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment (Four Door Models) ...1-21 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ...1-22 Right Front Passenger Position ...1-22 Rear Seat Passengers ...1-22 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children...
Owner's Manual
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... right front seatback to get in and out of the back seat. {CAUTION: If the easy entry right front seat is locked. 1-7 Tilt the seatback completely forward again and move the seat rearward until it locks. Then move the seat to its original position after someone gets into the rear seat area. 4. Lift the right front seatback latch to release the seatback. 2.
... right front seatback to get in and out of the back seat. {CAUTION: If the easy entry right front seat is locked. 1-7 Tilt the seatback completely forward again and move the seat rearward until it locks. Then move the seat to its original position after someone gets into the rear seat area. 4. Lift the right front seatback latch to release the seatback. 2.
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......2-34 Keys ...2-2 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-4 Doors and Locks ...2-8 Door Locks ...2-8 Power Door Locks ...2-9 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-9 Lockout Protection ...2-10 Trunk ...2-10 Windows ...2-12 Power Windows ...2-13 Sun Visors ...2-14 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-14 Content Theft-Deterrent ...2-14 Passlock® ...2-16 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-16 New Vehicle Break-In ...2-16 Ignition Positions ...2-17 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...2-19 Starting Your Engine ...2-19 Engine Coolant Heater ...2-20 Automatic Transaxle...
......2-34 Keys ...2-2 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-4 Doors and Locks ...2-8 Door Locks ...2-8 Power Door Locks ...2-9 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-9 Lockout Protection ...2-10 Trunk ...2-10 Windows ...2-12 Power Windows ...2-13 Sun Visors ...2-14 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-14 Content Theft-Deterrent ...2-14 Passlock® ...2-16 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-16 New Vehicle Break-In ...2-16 Ignition Positions ...2-17 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...2-19 Starting Your Engine ...2-19 Engine Coolant Heater ...2-20 Automatic Transaxle...
Owner's Manual
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Rear Door Security Locks If your vehicle is a four-door model, it is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors on your vehicle from the driver's or front passenger's door lock switch. It will not lock or unlock all of the doors - that door's lock. Close the door. 3. Press the upper portion of the switch to unlock the doors. Power Door Locks If your vehicle has this feature is a safety feature. The locking lever on your...
Rear Door Security Locks If your vehicle is a four-door model, it is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors on your vehicle from the driver's or front passenger's door lock switch. It will not lock or unlock all of the doors - that door's lock. Close the door. 3. Press the upper portion of the switch to unlock the doors. Power Door Locks If your vehicle has this feature is a safety feature. The locking lever on your...
Owner's Manual
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... steering wheel (for normal driving. Key Release Button (Manual Transaxle) The ignition key cannot be pushed or towed, but does not send power to display some instrument panel warning lights. The ignition switch will sound if you can use RUN to OFF. The switch stays in the ignition. When the engine starts, release the key. But even while the engine is running , you open the driver's door when the ignition is in , turn the key to operate your engine and release the switch. E (START...
... steering wheel (for normal driving. Key Release Button (Manual Transaxle) The ignition key cannot be pushed or towed, but does not send power to display some instrument panel warning lights. The ignition switch will sound if you can use RUN to OFF. The switch stays in the ignition. When the engine starts, release the key. But even while the engine is running , you open the driver's door when the ignition is in , turn the key to operate your engine and release the switch. E (START...
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... turning the ignition key to START. This clears the extra gasoline from RUN to OFF, the radio will continue to work when the ignition key is in any door is opened. Your engine will not start , or starts but this time keep the pedal down - that is a safety feature. Starting Your Engine 1. Wait about 15 seconds and try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your ignition key to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL...
... turning the ignition key to START. This clears the extra gasoline from RUN to OFF, the radio will continue to work when the ignition key is in any door is opened. Your engine will not start , or starts but this time keep the pedal down - that is a safety feature. Starting Your Engine 1. Wait about 15 seconds and try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your ignition key to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL...
Owner's Manual
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... your vehicle is stopped. Shift Speeds {CAUTION: If you skip a gear when you downshift, you could damage the transaxle. Just before the vehicle stops, press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal, and shift to NEUTRAL. NEUTRAL: Use this light comes on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2). The repairs would not be covered by your vehicle is moving forward could lose control of your vehicle...
... your vehicle is stopped. Shift Speeds {CAUTION: If you skip a gear when you downshift, you could damage the transaxle. Just before the vehicle stops, press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal, and shift to NEUTRAL. NEUTRAL: Use this light comes on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2). The repairs would not be covered by your vehicle is moving forward could lose control of your vehicle...
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... Control. G. Climate Controls and Rear Window Defogger. M. Cupholder. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 2-17. See Ignition Positions on page 3-6. H. Q. See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2-21 and Manual Transaxle Operation on page 3-17. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. I. N. See Accessory Power Outlets on page 2-23. Parking Brake Lever. Enhanced Traction System Switch. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-38. F. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch. Ignition Switch. See Audio System(s) on page 3-22. K. P. Shift Lever. See Accessory...
... Control. G. Climate Controls and Rear Window Defogger. M. Cupholder. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 2-17. See Ignition Positions on page 3-6. H. Q. See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2-21 and Manual Transaxle Operation on page 3-17. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. I. N. See Accessory Power Outlets on page 2-23. Parking Brake Lever. Enhanced Traction System Switch. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-38. F. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch. Ignition Switch. See Audio System(s) on page 3-22. K. P. Shift Lever. See Accessory...
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... light will run the air conditioning compressor. 9 (Off): To turn the fan off position. This mode directs approximately half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, and then directs the remaining air to the instrument panel outlets. In any setting other than off, the fan will come on . Temperature Control: Turn the center knob clockwise or counterclockwise to help heat or cool the air inside your vehicle. h (Recirculate): Operation To change...
... light will run the air conditioning compressor. 9 (Off): To turn the fan off position. This mode directs approximately half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, and then directs the remaining air to the instrument panel outlets. In any setting other than off, the fan will come on . Temperature Control: Turn the center knob clockwise or counterclockwise to help heat or cool the air inside your vehicle. h (Recirculate): Operation To change...
Owner's Manual
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... off by an engine-related problem, the system will turn the ignition key to tell you set your parking brake does not release fully. The warning light should go off . Enhanced Traction System Active Light • The warning light will come on for more information. United States Canada • If the traction control system is driven on an extremely rough road, the warning light may also come...
... off by an engine-related problem, the system will turn the ignition key to tell you set your parking brake does not release fully. The warning light should go off . Enhanced Traction System Active Light • The warning light will come on for more information. United States Canada • If the traction control system is driven on an extremely rough road, the warning light may also come...
Owner's Manual
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... wheels on the ground) and "dolly towing" (towing your dealer or trailering professional for a long trip, you will you have restrictions on page 4-21. Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle, it could be damaged. Never exceed 65 mph (110 km/h) while towing your transaxle to be towed? See "Dinghy Towing" and "Dolly Towing," following these ways. Turn the ignition key to OFF to be towed. Shift...
... wheels on the ground) and "dolly towing" (towing your dealer or trailering professional for a long trip, you will you have restrictions on page 4-21. Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle, it could be damaged. Never exceed 65 mph (110 km/h) while towing your transaxle to be towed? See "Dinghy Towing" and "Dolly Towing," following these ways. Turn the ignition key to OFF to be towed. Shift...
Owner's Manual
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... prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming, allowing your fuel. ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT. General Motors does not recommend the use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on driving in your warranty. If this occurs, return to your vehicle experiences problems due to clean air. Never...
... prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming, allowing your fuel. ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT. General Motors does not recommend the use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on driving in your warranty. If this occurs, return to your vehicle experiences problems due to clean air. Never...
Owner's Manual
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... plies are , automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-29. 5-54 Some examples of cords that hold the tire onto the rim. Belt: A rubber coated layer of optional accessories are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to its width. Tire Pressure on page 4-29. GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, see Loading Your Vehicle on page...
... plies are , automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-29. 5-54 Some examples of cords that hold the tire onto the rim. Belt: A rubber coated layer of optional accessories are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to its width. Tire Pressure on page 4-29. GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, see Loading Your Vehicle on page...
Owner's Manual
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... a tire and upon which a cold tire may be in flation pressure and shown on passenger cars and some multipurpose passenger vehicles. Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that extend to the centerline of a tire between the tread and the bead. Normal Occupant Weight: The number of the tire. accessory weight; Rim: A metal support for air pressure. Speed Rating: An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating...
... a tire and upon which a cold tire may be in flation pressure and shown on passenger cars and some multipurpose passenger vehicles. Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that extend to the centerline of a tire between the tread and the bead. Normal Occupant Weight: The number of the tire. accessory weight; Rim: A metal support for air pressure. Speed Rating: An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating...
Owner's Manual
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... Anti-Lock Brake (Ignition) Accessory Power Outlet Remote Keyless Entry System Power Mirror/Diagnostic Link Connector Left Headlamp Radio, Interior Lamps, OnStar® Right Headlamps Instrument Panel Cluster Exterior Lamps Cigarette Lighter Fog Lamps Horn Not Used Not Used Stop Lamps, Hazard Lamps Fuses Blank Blank RR DEFOG PWR ACC Blank Blank Blank O2 HTR HVAC WIPER BCM AMPL PWR WDO RELAY DRL Blank Usage Not Used Not Used Rear Window Defogger Power Door Locks...
... Anti-Lock Brake (Ignition) Accessory Power Outlet Remote Keyless Entry System Power Mirror/Diagnostic Link Connector Left Headlamp Radio, Interior Lamps, OnStar® Right Headlamps Instrument Panel Cluster Exterior Lamps Cigarette Lighter Fog Lamps Horn Not Used Not Used Stop Lamps, Hazard Lamps Fuses Blank Blank RR DEFOG PWR ACC Blank Blank Blank O2 HTR HVAC WIPER BCM AMPL PWR WDO RELAY DRL Blank Usage Not Used Not Used Rear Window Defogger Power Door Locks...
Owner's Manual
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... you start the engine in NEUTRAL, push the clutch down 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. See Parking Brake on page 2-25 if necessary. If the starter works when the clutch is pushed down halfway and try to start , be ready to a corrosive environment. 6-20 On manual transaxle vehicles, put the shift lever in each gear...
... you start the engine in NEUTRAL, push the clutch down 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. See Parking Brake on page 2-25 if necessary. If the starter works when the clutch is pushed down halfway and try to start , be ready to a corrosive environment. 6-20 On manual transaxle vehicles, put the shift lever in each gear...
Owner's Manual
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..., Ontario L1H 8P7 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Box 33172 Detroit, MI 48232-5172 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-762-2737, or write: Pontiac Customer Assistance Center P.O. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $50.00 Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian...
..., Ontario L1H 8P7 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Box 33172 Detroit, MI 48232-5172 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-762-2737, or write: Pontiac Customer Assistance Center P.O. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $50.00 Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian...
Owner's Manual
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... Mountain Roads ...4-22 Hood Checking Things Under ...5-9 Release ...5-10 Horn ...3-6 How to Use This Manual ...ii How to -Pass ...3-8 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps ...5-46 Halogen Bulbs ...5-44 High/Low Beam Changer ...3-8 On Reminder ...3-13 Heater ...3-18 Highbeam On Light ...3-35 Highway Hypnosis ...4-22 6 Periodic Maintenance ...6-23 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal ...6-23 Throttle System ...6-24 Instrument Panel Brightness ...3-15 Cluster ...3-22 Overview ...3-4 H Hazard Warning Flashers...
... Mountain Roads ...4-22 Hood Checking Things Under ...5-9 Release ...5-10 Horn ...3-6 How to Use This Manual ...ii How to -Pass ...3-8 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps ...5-46 Halogen Bulbs ...5-44 High/Low Beam Changer ...3-8 On Reminder ...3-13 Heater ...3-18 Highbeam On Light ...3-35 Highway Hypnosis ...4-22 6 Periodic Maintenance ...6-23 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal ...6-23 Throttle System ...6-24 Instrument Panel Brightness ...3-15 Cluster ...3-22 Overview ...3-4 H Hazard Warning Flashers...
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Specifications, Capacities ...5-89 Speedometer ...3-23 Split Bench Seat (60/40) ...1-8 Starting Your Engine ...2-19 Steering ...4-10 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection ...6-23 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ...3-7 Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area ...2-34 Convenience Net ...2-34 Cupholder(s) ...2-34 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ...4-28 Sun Visors ...2-14 Sunroof ...2-34 T Tachometer ...3-24 Taillamps Turn Signal Lamps ...5-47 Theft-Deterrent, Radio ...3-61 Theft...
Specifications, Capacities ...5-89 Speedometer ...3-23 Split Bench Seat (60/40) ...1-8 Starting Your Engine ...2-19 Steering ...4-10 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection ...6-23 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ...3-7 Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area ...2-34 Convenience Net ...2-34 Cupholder(s) ...2-34 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ...4-28 Sun Visors ...2-14 Sunroof ...2-34 T Tachometer ...3-24 Taillamps Turn Signal Lamps ...5-47 Theft-Deterrent, Radio ...3-61 Theft...