Owner's Manual
Page 1
2005 Pontiac Bonneville Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Safety Belts ...1-7 Child Restraints ...1-28 Airbag System ...1-47 Restraint System Check ...1-56 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-2 Doors and Locks ...2-9 Windows ...2-17 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-19 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-23 Mirrors ...2-36 OnStar® System ...2-39 HomeLink® Transmitter ...2-40 Storage Areas ...2-44 Sunroof ...2-45 Vehicle Personalization ...2-46 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-25 Warning Lights, Gages, ...
2005 Pontiac Bonneville Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Safety Belts ...1-7 Child Restraints ...1-28 Airbag System ...1-47 Restraint System Check ...1-56 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-2 Doors and Locks ...2-9 Windows ...2-17 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-19 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-23 Mirrors ...2-36 OnStar® System ...2-39 HomeLink® Transmitter ...2-40 Storage Areas ...2-44 Sunroof ...2-45 Vehicle Personalization ...2-46 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-25 Warning Lights, Gages, ...
Owner's Manual
Page 65
... Area ...2-45 Center Console Storage Area ...2-45 Rear Seat Pass Through ...2-45 Convenience Net ...2-45 Sunroof ...2-45 Vehicle Personalization ...2-46 Memory Seat and Mirrors ...2-46 Keys ...2-2 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-5 Doors and Locks ...2-9 Door Locks ...2-9 Central Door Unlocking System ...2-10 Power Door Locks ...2-10 Delayed Locking ...2-11 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-12 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-14 Lockout Protection ...2-14 Trunk ...2-15 Windows ...2-17 Power Windows ...2-18 Sun Visors ...2-19 Theft-Deterrent...
... Area ...2-45 Center Console Storage Area ...2-45 Rear Seat Pass Through ...2-45 Convenience Net ...2-45 Sunroof ...2-45 Vehicle Personalization ...2-46 Memory Seat and Mirrors ...2-46 Keys ...2-2 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-5 Doors and Locks ...2-9 Door Locks ...2-9 Central Door Unlocking System ...2-10 Power Door Locks ...2-10 Delayed Locking ...2-11 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-12 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-14 Lockout Protection ...2-14 Trunk ...2-15 Windows ...2-17 Power Windows ...2-18 Sun Visors ...2-19 Theft-Deterrent...
Owner's Manual
Page 69
... unlock the driver's door. See Universal Theft-Deterrent on , but only while the transaxle is in OFF. W (Unlock): Press this section. 2-5 See Entry Lighting on page 3-18 and "Security Feedback" later in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Pressing this button may also turn off the remote alarm by turning the ignition to unlock all of the doors and illuminate the interior lamps. The exterior lamps may...
... unlock the driver's door. See Universal Theft-Deterrent on , but only while the transaxle is in OFF. W (Unlock): Press this section. 2-5 See Entry Lighting on page 3-18 and "Security Feedback" later in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Pressing this button may also turn off the remote alarm by turning the ignition to unlock all of the doors and illuminate the interior lamps. The exterior lamps may...
Owner's Manual
Page 76
... of PARK (P). Use the manual door lock or the power door lock switch to change to get out while you are not in PARK (P), have that person use the manual door lock or the power door lock switch. Mode 2: All doors automatically lock when shifted out of the transmitters. If your vehicle is equipped with remote keyless entry, your vehicle can program the automatic door lock feature to change this procedure. Use the following modes: Mode 0: No automatic door lock or unlock. Every time you...
... of PARK (P). Use the manual door lock or the power door lock switch to change to get out while you are not in PARK (P), have that person use the manual door lock or the power door lock switch. Mode 2: All doors automatically lock when shifted out of the transmitters. If your vehicle is equipped with remote keyless entry, your vehicle can program the automatic door lock feature to change this procedure. Use the following modes: Mode 0: No automatic door lock or unlock. Every time you...
Owner's Manual
Page 88
... your hand. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) After you turn the ignition off if you can turn the key only with your electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel cluster warning lights. If none of this position you open the driver's door. ACC (Accessory): In this works, then your electrical accessories. Use the correct key and turn to operate your vehicle needs service. Even when the engine is turned off and remove the key, you will...
... your hand. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) After you turn the ignition off if you can turn the key only with your electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel cluster warning lights. If none of this position you open the driver's door. ACC (Accessory): In this works, then your electrical accessories. Use the correct key and turn to operate your vehicle needs service. Even when the engine is turned off and remove the key, you will...
Owner's Manual
Page 109
... panel and sunshade. Sunroof Your vehicle may have a convenience net. Pull down the interior door to open the center console storage area. You can . The switch will see it . See "Retained Accessory Power (RAP)" under Ignition Positions on or when the RAP is located on either side of the armrest to open the front storage area. Rear Seat Pass Through Your vehicle has a rear seat...
... panel and sunshade. Sunroof Your vehicle may have a convenience net. Pull down the interior door to open the center console storage area. You can . The switch will see it . See "Retained Accessory Power (RAP)" under Ignition Positions on or when the RAP is located on either side of the armrest to open the front storage area. Rear Seat Pass Through Your vehicle has a rear seat...
Owner's Manual
Page 117
... Fog Lamps on page 2-44. 3-5 N. Glove Box. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-59. Windshield Wiper Lever. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls (If Equipped). G. O. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-99. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-32. See "Air Outlets" under Windshield Wiper Lever on page 4-8. B. See Heated Seats on page 3-24. See Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter on page 1-4. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. Audio System Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped). See Automatic...
... Fog Lamps on page 2-44. 3-5 N. Glove Box. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-59. Windshield Wiper Lever. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls (If Equipped). G. O. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-99. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-32. See "Air Outlets" under Windshield Wiper Lever on page 4-8. B. See Heated Seats on page 3-24. See Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter on page 1-4. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. Audio System Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped). See Automatic...
Owner's Manual
Page 142
... takes for your vehicle to cool down on hot days, press the AUTO button and the system will automatically enter recirculation mode and the temperature will come on or off the engine. Do not cover the solar sensor located in the center of outside air and odors from happening, after turning off . This helps to reduce the time it is activated...
... takes for your vehicle to cool down on hot days, press the AUTO button and the system will automatically enter recirculation mode and the temperature will come on or off the engine. Do not cover the solar sensor located in the center of outside air and odors from happening, after turning off . This helps to reduce the time it is activated...
Owner's Manual
Page 172
... selected by that driver the last time the ignition was turned off. Base model shown, GXP model similar The system will then perform a status check and display any messages if a problem is detected, a diagnostic message will appear in the display. The message center is located to the right of the instrument panel cluster: E/M (English/Metric): This button allows you to change the display...
... selected by that driver the last time the ignition was turned off. Base model shown, GXP model similar The system will then perform a status check and display any messages if a problem is detected, a diagnostic message will appear in the display. The message center is located to the right of the instrument panel cluster: E/M (English/Metric): This button allows you to change the display...
Owner's Manual
Page 261
... Overheating (4.6L V8 Engine) ...5-38 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode (4.6L V8 Engine) ...5-40 Cooling System (3.8L V6 Engine) ...5-40 Cooling System (4.6L V8 Engine) ...5-47 Power Steering Fluid ...5-52 Windshield Washer Fluid ...5-53 Brakes ...5-54 Battery ...5-57 Jump Starting (3.8L V6 Engine) ...5-59 Jump Starting (4.6L V8 Engine) ...5-63 Bulb Replacement ...5-67 Halogen Bulbs ...5-67 Headlamps ...5-68 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps ...5-69 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps ...5-71 Replacement Bulbs ...5-72 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-73 Tires...
... Overheating (4.6L V8 Engine) ...5-38 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode (4.6L V8 Engine) ...5-40 Cooling System (3.8L V6 Engine) ...5-40 Cooling System (4.6L V8 Engine) ...5-47 Power Steering Fluid ...5-52 Windshield Washer Fluid ...5-53 Brakes ...5-54 Battery ...5-57 Jump Starting (3.8L V6 Engine) ...5-59 Jump Starting (4.6L V8 Engine) ...5-63 Bulb Replacement ...5-67 Halogen Bulbs ...5-67 Headlamps ...5-68 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps ...5-69 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps ...5-71 Replacement Bulbs ...5-72 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-73 Tires...
Owner's Manual
Page 269
.... Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible. When replacing the fuel cap, turn it to stop. Make sure the cap is more likely in hot weather. The diagnostic system can happen if your vehicle has the optional Driver Information Center (DIC), the CHECK GAS CAP message will be displayed if the fuel cap is not properly reinstalled. {CAUTION: If a fire starts while...
.... Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible. When replacing the fuel cap, turn it to stop. Make sure the cap is more likely in hot weather. The diagnostic system can happen if your vehicle has the optional Driver Information Center (DIC), the CHECK GAS CAP message will be displayed if the fuel cap is not properly reinstalled. {CAUTION: If a fire starts while...
Owner's Manual
Page 312
... vehicle. Replace the cap and completely tighten it to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals. See Engine Compartment Overview on the dipstick. When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you hear an unusual noise. If the LOW ENGINE COOLANT message does not appear on the Driver Information Center...
... vehicle. Replace the cap and completely tighten it to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals. See Engine Compartment Overview on the dipstick. When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you hear an unusual noise. If the LOW ENGINE COOLANT message does not appear on the Driver Information Center...
Owner's Manual
Page 337
... -width measurements. Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of a metric tire sizing system. Some examples of the tire. The letter P as it would mean that indicates the tire height-to Z. (A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United States version of optional accessories. Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of optional accessories are, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning...
... -width measurements. Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of a metric tire sizing system. Some examples of the tire. The letter P as it would mean that indicates the tire height-to Z. (A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United States version of optional accessories. Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of optional accessories are, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning...
Owner's Manual
Page 339
... road surface. See Loading Your Vehicle on the tire placard. accessory weight; Occupant Distribution: Designated seating positions. See Inflation - Radial Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in flation pressure for a tire at the maximum permissible in which the ply cords that extend to the centerline of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on passenger cars and some light duty trucks...
... road surface. See Loading Your Vehicle on the tire placard. accessory weight; Occupant Distribution: Designated seating positions. See Inflation - Radial Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in flation pressure for a tire at the maximum permissible in which the ply cords that extend to the centerline of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on passenger cars and some light duty trucks...
Owner's Manual
Page 377
... PARK (P) / REVERSE (R) Audio Retained Accessory Power Not Used Not Used Passenger Door Module Body Interior Lamps Not Used Ignition Switch Instrument Panel Heated Seat Right Front Not Used Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Ignition 3 Rear Antilock Brake System Fuses 36 37 38 Relays 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 48 49 51 52 53 54 55 Usage Turn Signal/Hazard HVAC Battery Dash Integration Module Usage Fuel Pump Parking Lamps Ignition 1 Rear Fog Lamps Not Used Park Brake Reverse Lamps Retained Accessory Power Not Used Ignition 3 Interior Lamps Trunk Release...
... PARK (P) / REVERSE (R) Audio Retained Accessory Power Not Used Not Used Passenger Door Module Body Interior Lamps Not Used Ignition Switch Instrument Panel Heated Seat Right Front Not Used Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Ignition 3 Rear Antilock Brake System Fuses 36 37 38 Relays 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 48 49 51 52 53 54 55 Usage Turn Signal/Hazard HVAC Battery Dash Integration Module Usage Fuel Pump Parking Lamps Ignition 1 Rear Fog Lamps Not Used Park Brake Reverse Lamps Retained Accessory Power Not Used Ignition 3 Interior Lamps Trunk Release...
Owner's Manual
Page 423
...). Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in the diagnosis and service of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc...
...). Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in the diagnosis and service of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc...
Owner's Manual
Page 431
... Drive Axle Boot and Seal ...6-23 Throttle System ...6-24 Instrument Panel Brightness ...3-17 Cluster ...3-33 Overview ...3-4 J Jump Starting ...5-59, 5-63 K Keyless Entry System ...2-4 Keys ...2-2 L Labelling, Tire Sidewall ...5-75 Lamps Battery Load Management ...3-20 Courtesy ...3-17 Lamps (cont.) Exterior ...Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ...Fog ...Front Reading ...Inadvertent Power Battery Saver ...Rear Reading ...Twilight Sentinel® ...LATCH System Child Restraints ...Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ...Light Airbag Readiness ...Anti-Lock Brake System...
... Drive Axle Boot and Seal ...6-23 Throttle System ...6-24 Instrument Panel Brightness ...3-17 Cluster ...3-33 Overview ...3-4 J Jump Starting ...5-59, 5-63 K Keyless Entry System ...2-4 Keys ...2-2 L Labelling, Tire Sidewall ...5-75 Lamps Battery Load Management ...3-20 Courtesy ...3-17 Lamps (cont.) Exterior ...Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ...Fog ...Front Reading ...Inadvertent Power Battery Saver ...Rear Reading ...Twilight Sentinel® ...LATCH System Child Restraints ...Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ...Light Airbag Readiness ...Anti-Lock Brake System...
Owner's Manual
Page 432
... Delayed Locking ...2-11 Door ...2-9 Lockout Protection ...2-14 Power Door ...2-10 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-12 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-14 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance ...6-13 Loss of Control ...4-13 Low Traction Active Light ...3-44 Low Washer Fluid Warning Light ...3-54 Lumbar Manual Controls ...1-3 Power Controls ...1-3 M Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts ...5-122 Maintenance Schedule At Each Fuel Fill ...6-19 At Least Once a Month ...6-19 At Least Once a Year ...6-20 At Least Twice a Year ...6-20 Brake System Inspection ...6-24 Engine Cooling...
... Delayed Locking ...2-11 Door ...2-9 Lockout Protection ...2-14 Power Door ...2-10 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-12 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-14 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance ...6-13 Loss of Control ...4-13 Low Traction Active Light ...3-44 Low Washer Fluid Warning Light ...3-54 Lumbar Manual Controls ...1-3 Power Controls ...1-3 M Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts ...5-122 Maintenance Schedule At Each Fuel Fill ...6-19 At Least Once a Month ...6-19 At Least Once a Year ...6-20 At Least Twice a Year ...6-20 Brake System Inspection ...6-24 Engine Cooling...
Owner's Manual
Page 434
... CDs ...3-102 Radio with Cassette and CD ...3-83 Radio with CD ...3-73 Setting the Time ...3-72 Theft-Deterrent ...3-99 Trunk-Mounted CD Changer ...3-95 Understanding Reception ...3-100 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-14 Rear Reading Lamps ...3-20 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...1-25 Rear Seat Pass Through ...2-45 Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts ...1-21 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming ...2-36 Rearview Mirrors ...2-36 Reclining Seatback, Power ...1-5 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-4 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...4-35 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation...
... CDs ...3-102 Radio with Cassette and CD ...3-83 Radio with CD ...3-73 Setting the Time ...3-72 Theft-Deterrent ...3-99 Trunk-Mounted CD Changer ...3-95 Understanding Reception ...3-100 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-14 Rear Reading Lamps ...3-20 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...1-25 Rear Seat Pass Through ...2-45 Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts ...1-21 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming ...2-36 Rearview Mirrors ...2-36 Reclining Seatback, Power ...1-5 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-4 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...4-35 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation...
Owner's Manual
Page 436
...55 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-56 Setting the Time ...3-72 Sheet Metal Damage ...5-108 Shifting Into Park (P) ...2-31 Shifting Out of Park (P) ...2-33 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance ...6-6 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change ...3-8 Spare Tire Installing ...5-95 Removing ...5-94 Storing ...5-100 Specifications, Capacities ...5-121 Speedometer ...3-37 Starting Your Engine ...2-25 Steering ...4-10 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection ...6-23 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ...3-99 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ...3-6 Storage Areas Center Console...
...55 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-56 Setting the Time ...3-72 Sheet Metal Damage ...5-108 Shifting Into Park (P) ...2-31 Shifting Out of Park (P) ...2-33 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance ...6-6 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change ...3-8 Spare Tire Installing ...5-95 Removing ...5-94 Storing ...5-100 Specifications, Capacities ...5-121 Speedometer ...3-37 Starting Your Engine ...2-25 Steering ...4-10 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection ...6-23 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ...3-99 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ...3-6 Storage Areas Center Console...