Pontiac Vibe 2008 User Manual

DRIVER INFORMATION

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Instrument Panel Cluster . . . . . . .3

SAFETY & SECURITY

Remote Keyless Entry . . . . . . . . .4

Content Theft-Deterrent System .4

OnStar

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Passenger Airbag Status

Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Child Restraints (LATCH) . . . . . . .5

Safety Belt Operation . . . . . . . . . .6

COMFORT

Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment .6

Air Conditioning System . . . . . . .7

Side Vent Airflow . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Window Anti-Fog Feature . . . . . . .7

ENTERTAINMENT

Radio Data System Operation . . .8

CONVENIENCE

Front and Rear Wipers/Washers .8

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Daytime Running Lamps . . . . . . .9

Automatic Headlamp System . . .10

Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Closing the Sunroof . . . . . . . . . .10

Dome Lamp Control . . . . . . . . . .10

Air Filtration System . . . . . . . . . . .6

Congratulations on your purchase of a Pontiac Vibe. Please read this information and your Owner Manual to ensure an outstanding ownership experience. Note that your vehicle may not include all the features described in this booklet. Keep this booklet with your Owner Manual for easy reference.

Auxiliary Power Outlets . . . . . . .11

115-Volt AC Power Outlet . . . . . .11

Rear Cargo Track Tie-Downs . . .11

PERFORMANCE & MAINTENANCE

Cold Engine Shifting . . . . . . . . . .12

Steering Wheel Lock-Up . . . . . . .12

EVAP Leak Detection Pump . . . .12

StabiliTrak

– Stability Control

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . .13

Storing a Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . .13

OWNER INFORMATION

Roadside Assistance . . . . . . . . .16

My GMLink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Getting to Know Your Vibe

DRIVER INFORMATION

Instrument Panel

A B AC D E

I J N XSK L M O P Q R T

H U V W

A. Air Outlets B. Instrument Panel

Cluster

C. Climate Control

System

D. Hazard Warning

Flashers Button E. Audio System F. Rear Window

Defogger Button G. Passenger Airbag

Status Indicator/

Front Passenger

Safety Belt Reminder

Light

H. Power Remote

Control Mirror Button

I. Instrument Panel

Brightness Control

J. Rear Liftglass

Release Button

K. Tire Pressure Monitor

Reset Button L. Coinholder M. TRAC OFF Button N. Content Theft-

Deterrent Security

Light O. Storage Compartment

P. Turn Signal/

Multifunction Lever and Exterior Lamp

Controls Q. Tilt Lever R. Horn S. Cruise Control Lever T. Ignition Switch U. Windshield Wiper

Lever V. Cigarette Lighter or

Accessory Power

Outlet W. Shift Lever X. Power Outlet Y. Glove Box

F G

See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Instrument Panel Cluster

A B C D

Your vehicle’s instrument panel is equipped with this cluster or one very similar to it. The instrument panel cluster includes these key features:

A. Tachometer B. Speedometer C. Fuel Gauge D. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

Note: The instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know about many important aspects of your vehicle’s operation. It is important to read your Owner Manual and become familiar with the information being relayed to you by the lights, gauges and indicators, as well as what action can be taken to ensure safety and to prevent damage.

Getting to Know Your Vibe

SAFETY & SECURITY

Remote Keyless Entry

The Remote Keyless Entry system locks and unlocks the doors and liftglass from a range of three to 30 feet. At times the range may be shorter than usual, which is normal. If the transmitter doesn’t seem to be working properly:

• Ensure that you are within transmitter range of the vehicle. Rainy and snowy weather can reduce transmitter range.

• Check to see whether other vehicles or obstacles are blocking the transmitter signal by stepping a few feet to the left or right, and hold the transmitter higher when pressing the button(s).

• Consider the length of time that the transmitter battery has been in service and replace it if necessary.

See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

Content Theft-Deterrent System (if equipped)

The Content TheftDeterrent System has an indicator lamp to the left of the steering wheel that is labeled SECURITY. After closing all vehicle doors, the system can be activated in three ways:

• Press the Lock button on the Remote Keyless Entry key fob.

• Press the power door Lock button.

• Lock the front doors manually with the key.

The system arms itself following a 30-second delay. At this time, the SECURITY indicator light flashes.

If the alarm is tripped, the horn sounds in intermittent blasts. The headlamps, turn signals and interior lights also flash to get visual attention. The alarm sounds whenever any door or hatch is opened by force, or if the battery is disconnected and then reconnected. The alarm will also sound whenever it is armed and the rear hatch or liftglass is opened with a key.

See Section 2 of your Owner Manual

OnStar®(if equipped)

If your vehicle is OnStar-equipped, the Onstar system provides in-vehicle safety, security and phone services, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. With OnStar, you can enjoy such available services as:

• Automatic notification of air bag deployment

• Emergency services assistance

• Roadside assistance

• Stolen vehicle tracking

• Remote door unlock (if equipped with power door locks)

• Driving directions and location assistance*

• OnStar Hands-Free Calling, a handsfree, voice-activated service**

These services are easily accessed through the three OnStar buttons in your vehicle.

• Press the blue OnStar button to connect to an OnStar Advisor for services such as driving directions and location assistance.*

• Press the white Phone button to access OnStar Hands-Free Calling.**

• Press the red Emergency button to connect to an OnStar Advisor who can contact a nearby emergency services provider to request dispatch of ambulance, police, fire or other emergency services to your location.

For more information about OnStar features, refer to the OnStar Owner’s Guide and enclosed audio CD located in your glove box.

*Directions and location assistance may require service upgrade.

**Available in most markets.

See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

Passenger Airbag Status Indicator

Your vehicle is equipped with a Passenger Sensing System located in the front passenger seat for the front passenger frontal airbag, and a passenger airbag status indicator located on the instrument panel center stack.

Note: It is recommended that children not be placed in the front passenger seat, even with the Passenger Sensing System. All children should be secured in a rear seat, including an infant riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing child seat or an older child riding in a booster seat.

See Sections 1 and 3 of your Owner Manual.

Child Restraints (LATCH)

Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH anchors, and may have top tethers for use with a LATCH-compatible child restraint. If your child restraint is not compatible with the LATCH system, you may still use it by installing the child restraint with the safety belt system.

Choose a child seat that is appropriate for the child’s age and size (weight and height).

See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.

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