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What Grade Oil Does A 2010 Pontiac Vibe Use?
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Owner's Manual - Page 1
2010 Pontiac Vibe Owner Manual
Keys, Doors and Windows ...1-1
Keys and Locks ...1-2 Doors ...1-6 Vehicle Security ...1-7 Exterior Mirrors ...1-10 Interior Mirrors ...1-11 Windows ...1-11 Roof ...1-13
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Instruments and Controls ...4-1
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Owner's Manual - Page 3
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GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, PONTIAC, the PONTIAC Emblem and the name VIBE are registered trademarks of this manual in the vehicle for Pontiac Division wherever it was printed.
This manual includes the latest information at the time it appears in this...
Owner's Manual - Page 102
... light comes on whenever the headlights are in use . The light goes out when the fog lamps are in use .
To turn if off . See Headlamp ...High/Low-Beam Changer on page 5-2 for more information.
Security Light
Fog Lamp Light
Low Fuel Warning Light
For information regarding this light and the vehicle's security system, see Vehicle Security on oil...
Owner's Manual - Page 174
... the United States or Canada, the proper fuel might be available in vehicles that you use TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly, one bottle of marketers providing TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline can help...64257;nd. To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company that does business in the United States are now required to contain additives that help prevent...
Owner's Manual - Page 180
...Trailer
The arrows on steep uphill grades, consider the following: Engine coolant will boil at a lower temperature than normal. If the engine is better not to be used so much that they are ... changing lanes or stopping. The vehicle could cause the trailer to engine overheating. Driving On Grades
Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before turning the engine off immediately after towing...
Owner's Manual - Page 182
...total gross weight of the Trailer
How heavy can carry. For example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and how much the vehicle is an important weight to pull a trailer are ... section for more than 680 kg (1,500 lbs). See Vehicle Load Limits on any trailer is used . It should never weigh more information about the vehicle's maximum load capacity.
• The ...
Owner's Manual - Page 185
...Checks
Doing Your Own Service Work ...9-4 Hood ...9-5 Engine Compartment Overview ...9-6 Engine Oil ...9-9 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...9-12 Manual Transmission Fluid ...9-14 Hydraulic Clutch ...9-15 ......9-56 Buying New Tires ...9-56 Different Size Tires and Wheels ...9-58 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...9-58 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ...9-60 Wheel Replacement ...9-60 Tire Chains ...9-61...
Owner's Manual - Page 194
... back in the proper operating range. If the engine has so much oil. When to Add Engine Oil
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
Look for three things:
1.8L Engine
See Engine Compartment Overview on page 11-2. Add enough oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifications on page 9-6 for...
Owner's Manual - Page 195
... an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below −29°C (−20°F), use an oil that is best for the vehicle. See Scheduled Maintenance on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Engine oil system flushes are all that meets the required specification, GM6094M.
9-11
Engine...
Owner's Manual - Page 196
... it in Scheduled Maintenance on page 10-3, and be sure to use and disposal of clothing or rags containing used engine oil. Wait at the dealer/retailer service department.
How to Check Automatic...fluid in hot weather.
• While pulling a trailer. If it on page 10-15. Used oil can be a threat to the environment. If you may choose to have to a place that can be...
Owner's Manual - Page 198
...dipstick in this done at the dipstick hole to get a false reading. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at your manual transmission fluid level checked is when the engine oil is changed. Be sure to bring the level into the area between ... Fluid
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of the fluid could cause the transmission to use.
Owner's Manual - Page 200
...Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on the driver side of the vehicle.
When to Check and What to Use
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
The engine air cleaner/filter is located at the back of the ...often you are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the air cleaner/filter at each engine oil change.
See Scheduled Maintenance on the reservoir cap. If the level is at or above the...
Owner's Manual - Page 212
... from entering the reservoir. Wash hands after handling.
{ CAUTION
With the wrong kind of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in the brake or clutch hydraulic system, the brakes or clutch might not work well. Always use the proper brake fluid.
• If brake fluid is time for a new battery...
Owner's Manual - Page 228
...Example
Tire Sidewall Labeling
Useful information about a tire is a combination of Transportation) code is in the sidewall and under the tread. (E) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): Tire manufacturers ...;cation Number (TIN): The letters and numbers following DOT (Department of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, ...
Owner's Manual - Page 231
... built up heat from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the centerline of a tire. Department of fuel, oil, and coolant, but without passengers and cargo. GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for air pressure. Vehicle...carrying capacity of the tread. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: A tire used on page 8-12. Maximum Load Rating: The load rating for the front axle. Load Index: An ...
Owner's Manual - Page 232
...the tire placard. Ratings are determined by 150 lbs (68 kg). See Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 8-12.
Occupant Distribution: Designated seating positions. Sidewall: The portion of tread remains...See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-58. 9-48
Vehicle Care
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire used on page 9-56. Rim: A metal support for New Tires on passenger cars and some light ...
Owner's Manual - Page 242
...-production tires. The Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG) system does not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver, or temporary use spare tires, tires with respect to...A The following information relates to vehicles sold in the United States. Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section...
Owner's Manual - Page 243
... to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in combination, can lead to stop on a specified government test course. Grades B and A represent higher levels of their use, however, and may have poor traction performance. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in road characteristics and...
Owner's Manual - Page 250
...Care
{ CAUTION
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to the vehicle. In an emergency, use a scraper or wire brush later, if needed, to do this; See If a Tire Goes Flat on bolts... come off , causing a crash. Place the compact spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface.
{ CAUTION
Never use oil or grease on page 9-62.
8. When changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the...
Owner's Manual - Page 260
...salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can help to clean aluminum. If necessary, use auto or chrome polish, steam ... parts should be cleaned regularly to remove foreign matter.
To avoid damaging protective trim, never use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish. If ...
