Owner's Manual
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2004 Pontiac Bonneville Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Safety Belts ...1-8 Child Restraints ...1-29 Air Bag Systems ...1-51 Restraint System Check ...1-60 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-10 Windows ...2-19 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-21 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-25 Mirrors ...2-39 OnStar® System ...2-42 HomeLink® Transmitter ...2-44 Storage Areas ...2-48 Sunroof ...2-49 Vehicle Personalization ...2-50 ...3-1 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-27 Warning Lights, Gages...
2004 Pontiac Bonneville Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Safety Belts ...1-8 Child Restraints ...1-29 Air Bag Systems ...1-51 Restraint System Check ...1-60 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-10 Windows ...2-19 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-21 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-25 Mirrors ...2-39 OnStar® System ...2-42 HomeLink® Transmitter ...2-44 Storage Areas ...2-48 Sunroof ...2-49 Vehicle Personalization ...2-50 ...3-1 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-27 Warning Lights, Gages...
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... 2 Features and Controls Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-25 New Vehicle Break-In ...2-25 Ignition Positions ...2-26 Starting Your Engine ...2-27 Engine Coolant Heater ...2-28 Automatic Transaxle Operation ...2-29 Parking Brake ...2-32 Shifting Into Park (P) ...2-33 Shifting Out of Park (P) ...2-36 Parking Over Things That Burn ...2-36 Engine Exhaust ...2-37 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ...2-38 Mirrors ...2-39 Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-39 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-39 Outside Power Mirrors ...2-40 Outside Curb View Assist Mirror ...2-41 Outside Convex Mirror...
... 2 Features and Controls Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-25 New Vehicle Break-In ...2-25 Ignition Positions ...2-26 Starting Your Engine ...2-27 Engine Coolant Heater ...2-28 Automatic Transaxle Operation ...2-29 Parking Brake ...2-32 Shifting Into Park (P) ...2-33 Shifting Out of Park (P) ...2-36 Parking Over Things That Burn ...2-36 Engine Exhaust ...2-37 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ...2-38 Mirrors ...2-39 Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-39 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-39 Outside Power Mirrors ...2-40 Outside Curb View Assist Mirror ...2-41 Outside Convex Mirror...
Owner's Manual
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... the remote alarm button again or by unlocking the vehicle with your vehicle. Q (Lock): Press this button to unlock the trunk when the ignition is in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 2-21. 2-6 Press this button again within five seconds to the DIC's Driver #1 and Driver #2. Remote Keyless Entry System Operation If your vehicle has this feature, you may also turn off the interior lamps...
... the remote alarm button again or by unlocking the vehicle with your vehicle. Q (Lock): Press this button to unlock the trunk when the ignition is in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 2-21. 2-6 Press this button again within five seconds to the DIC's Driver #1 and Driver #2. Remote Keyless Entry System Operation If your vehicle has this feature, you may also turn off the interior lamps...
Owner's Manual
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... armed, the doors will go out. 4. Once armed, the alarm will not unlock with the power door lock switch while the door is open the door. Activate the system by accident, unlock the driver's door with a key, or use a power door lock switch while the door is turned off the alarm. 2-22 Get out of these do not flash, see if the horn works. It activates only if you use the remote keyless entry...
... armed, the doors will go out. 4. Once armed, the alarm will not unlock with the power door lock switch while the door is open the door. Activate the system by accident, unlock the driver's door with a key, or use a power door lock switch while the door is turned off the alarm. 2-22 Get out of these do not flash, see if the horn works. It activates only if you use the remote keyless entry...
Owner's Manual
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... ignition switch. Using a tool to force it is the position the switch returns to operate your electrical accessories such as power windows, sunroof (if equipped), audio system and windshield wipers. Key Reminder Warning If you leave your vehicle. When the engine starts, release the key. ACC (Accessory): In this position you start your vehicle needs service. This is a theft-deterrent feature. If none of these works, then your engine and release the switch. START: This position starts the engine...
... ignition switch. Using a tool to force it is the position the switch returns to operate your electrical accessories such as power windows, sunroof (if equipped), audio system and windshield wipers. Key Reminder Warning If you leave your vehicle. When the engine starts, release the key. ACC (Accessory): In this position you start your vehicle needs service. This is a theft-deterrent feature. If none of these works, then your engine and release the switch. START: This position starts the engine...
Owner's Manual
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... a door. After waiting about three seconds. Starting Your Engine Move your key in OFF. Notice: Shifting into PARK (P) only when your dealer. Shift into PARK (P) with your vehicle is designed to 10 minutes. This time keep the pedal down as the radio, sunroof (if equipped) and power windows for up to work with too much sooner. Before adding electrical equipment, check with the vehicle moving , use NEUTRAL...
... a door. After waiting about three seconds. Starting Your Engine Move your key in OFF. Notice: Shifting into PARK (P) only when your dealer. Shift into PARK (P) with your vehicle is designed to 10 minutes. This time keep the pedal down as the radio, sunroof (if equipped) and power windows for up to work with too much sooner. Before adding electrical equipment, check with the vehicle moving , use NEUTRAL...
Owner's Manual
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... the trunk. You can also be equipped with cupholders and a pass-through feature. Comfort Stop: Press and release the switch rearward to the second position to express open the glass panel to open the glass panel and sunshade. Pull down the interior door to help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops. The switch for...
... the trunk. You can also be equipped with cupholders and a pass-through feature. Comfort Stop: Press and release the switch rearward to the second position to express open the glass panel to open the glass panel and sunshade. Pull down the interior door to help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops. The switch for...
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.... See "Air Outlets" under Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-105. F. See Climate Control System on page 3-27 and Automatic Climate Control System on page 3-14. B. See "Twilight Sentinel" and "Fog Lamps" under Exterior Lamps on page 3-29. See Heated Seats on page 3-7. N. Air Outlets. Steering Column Shift Lever (If Equipped). See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 1-5. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-7. Hazard Warning Flashers Control. O. Heated Seat Switches (If Equipped...
.... See "Air Outlets" under Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-105. F. See Climate Control System on page 3-27 and Automatic Climate Control System on page 3-14. B. See "Twilight Sentinel" and "Fog Lamps" under Exterior Lamps on page 3-29. See Heated Seats on page 3-7. N. Air Outlets. Steering Column Shift Lever (If Equipped). See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 1-5. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-7. Hazard Warning Flashers Control. O. Heated Seat Switches (If Equipped...
Owner's Manual
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... the engine. Sensors The solar sensor on your vehicle monitors the solar radiation and the air inside your vehicle has cooled, turn the recirculation mode on or off . The system may cause the air inside of your vehicle, then uses the information to maintain the selected temperature by initiating needed adjustments to the temperature, the fan speed and the air delivery system. ? The air conditioning compressor will...
... the engine. Sensors The solar sensor on your vehicle monitors the solar radiation and the air inside your vehicle has cooled, turn the recirculation mode on or off . The system may cause the air inside of your vehicle, then uses the information to maintain the selected temperature by initiating needed adjustments to the temperature, the fan speed and the air delivery system. ? The air conditioning compressor will...
Owner's Manual
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... Your Tank ...5-8 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...5-11 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-12 Hood Release ...5-13 Engine Compartment Overview ...5-14 Engine Oil ...5-16 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-21 Automatic Transaxle Fluid ...5-23 Engine Coolant ...5-26 Radiator Pressure Cap ...5-28 Engine Overheating ...5-29 Cooling System ...5-31 Power Steering Fluid ...5-39 Windshield Washer Fluid ...5-40 Brakes ...5-42 5-1 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Battery ...5-45 Jump Starting ...5-47 Bulb Replacement ...5-52 Halogen Bulbs ...5-52 Headlamps ...5-53 Front Turn Signal and Parking...
... Your Tank ...5-8 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...5-11 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-12 Hood Release ...5-13 Engine Compartment Overview ...5-14 Engine Oil ...5-16 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-21 Automatic Transaxle Fluid ...5-23 Engine Coolant ...5-26 Radiator Pressure Cap ...5-28 Engine Overheating ...5-29 Cooling System ...5-31 Power Steering Fluid ...5-39 Windshield Washer Fluid ...5-40 Brakes ...5-42 5-1 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Battery ...5-45 Jump Starting ...5-47 Bulb Replacement ...5-52 Halogen Bulbs ...5-52 Headlamps ...5-53 Front Turn Signal and Parking...
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...Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down. 2. The level should be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals. Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield... If you hear an unusual noise. Have the system inspected and repaired. If necessary, add only enough fluid to bring the level up to Check Power Steering Fluid 1. What to use, see Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on the dipstick. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. 5....
...Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down. 2. The level should be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals. Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield... If you hear an unusual noise. Have the system inspected and repaired. If necessary, add only enough fluid to bring the level up to Check Power Steering Fluid 1. What to use, see Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on the dipstick. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. 5....
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... optional accessories are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to indicate the type of the tread. 5-64 Aspect Ratio: The relationship of the tire. Cords may be made from 1 to "Z". The load range represents the load carrying capacity a tire is used to the centerline of ply construction in which the plies are , automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Speed ratings...
... optional accessories are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to indicate the type of the tread. 5-64 Aspect Ratio: The relationship of the tire. Cords may be made from 1 to "Z". The load range represents the load carrying capacity a tire is used to the centerline of ply construction in which the plies are , automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Speed ratings...
Owner's Manual
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... with ratings for New Tires on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles. Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of a asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on page 4-33. 5-66 The amount of tread remains. UTQGS: Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards, a tire information system that provides consumers with the road. Vehicle Capacity Weight: The number of the tire. Vehicle Maximum...
... with ratings for New Tires on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles. Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of a asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on page 4-33. 5-66 The amount of tread remains. UTQGS: Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards, a tire information system that provides consumers with the road. Vehicle Capacity Weight: The number of the tire. Vehicle Maximum...
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Fuses 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 Interior Lamps Not Used Ignition Switch Usage Relays 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 48 49 51 52 53 54 55 Fuel Pump Parking Lamps Ignition 1 Usage Instrument Panel Heated Seat Right Front Not Used Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Ignition 3 Rear Antilock Brake System Turn Signal/Hazard HVAC Battery Dash Integration Module Rear Fog Lamps Not Used Park Brake Reverse Lamps Retained Accessory Power Not Used Ignition 3 Interior Lamps Trunk Release Front Courtesy Lamps Not Used Electronic Level Control Compressor 5-107
Fuses 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 Interior Lamps Not Used Ignition Switch Usage Relays 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 48 49 51 52 53 54 55 Fuel Pump Parking Lamps Ignition 1 Usage Instrument Panel Heated Seat Right Front Not Used Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Ignition 3 Rear Antilock Brake System Turn Signal/Hazard HVAC Battery Dash Integration Module Rear Fog Lamps Not Used Park Brake Reverse Lamps Retained Accessory Power Not Used Ignition 3 Interior Lamps Trunk Release Front Courtesy Lamps Not Used Electronic Level Control Compressor 5-107
Owner's Manual
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...-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 7-12 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in a situation like this, we certainly hope you'll notify us at 1-800-762-2737, or write: Pontiac-GMC Customer Assistance Center P.O. Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government...
...-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 7-12 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in a situation like this, we certainly hope you'll notify us at 1-800-762-2737, or write: Pontiac-GMC Customer Assistance Center P.O. Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government...
Owner's Manual
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... Engine Coolant Temperature ...3-47 Fuel ...3-56 Oil Pressure ...3-52 Speedometer ...3-39 Tachometer ...3-40 Voltmeter Gage ...3-42 Garage Door Opener ...2-44 Gasoline Octane ...5-5 Specifications ...5-5 Gate Operator and Canadian Programming ...2-47 Glove Box ...2-48 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities ...7-5 H Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6 Head Restraints ...1-7 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ...3-9 Headlamp Wiring ...5-100 Headlamps ...5-53 Bulb Replacement ...5-52 Front Turn Signal...
... Engine Coolant Temperature ...3-47 Fuel ...3-56 Oil Pressure ...3-52 Speedometer ...3-39 Tachometer ...3-40 Voltmeter Gage ...3-42 Garage Door Opener ...2-44 Gasoline Octane ...5-5 Specifications ...5-5 Gate Operator and Canadian Programming ...2-47 Glove Box ...2-48 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities ...7-5 H Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6 Head Restraints ...1-7 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ...3-9 Headlamp Wiring ...5-100 Headlamps ...5-53 Bulb Replacement ...5-52 Front Turn Signal...
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... Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal ...6-23 Throttle System ...6-24 Instrument Panel Cluster ...3-37 Overview ...3-4 Instrument Panel Brightness ...3-18 Interior Lamps ...3-18 7 Headlamps On Reminder ...3-9 Head-Up Display (HUD) ...3-22 Heated Seats ...1-5 Highway Hypnosis ...4-24 Hill and Mountain Roads ...4-24 Hitches ...4-42 HomeLink® Transmitter ...2-44 HomeLink® Transmitter, Programming ...2-45 Hood Checking Things Under ...5-12 Release ...5-13 Horn ...3-7 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank...
... Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal ...6-23 Throttle System ...6-24 Instrument Panel Cluster ...3-37 Overview ...3-4 Instrument Panel Brightness ...3-18 Interior Lamps ...3-18 7 Headlamps On Reminder ...3-9 Head-Up Display (HUD) ...3-22 Heated Seats ...1-5 Highway Hypnosis ...4-24 Hill and Mountain Roads ...4-24 Hitches ...4-42 HomeLink® Transmitter ...2-44 HomeLink® Transmitter, Programming ...2-45 Hood Checking Things Under ...5-12 Release ...5-13 Horn ...3-7 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank...
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J Jump Starting ...5-47 K Key Lock Cylinders Service ...6-20 Key Reminder Warning ...2-26 Keyless Entry System ...2-5 Keys ...2-3 L Lamps Exterior ...Interior ...Lap Belt ...Lap-Shoulder Belt ...1-14, LATCH System Child Restraints ...Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ...Leaving Your Vehicle ...Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running ...Light Air Bag Readiness ...Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ...Brake System Warning ...3-14 3-18 1-21 1-23 1-42 1-44 2-16 2-35 3-41 3-44 3-42 Light (cont.) Check Gages Warning ...3-54 Check Oil Level ...3-53 Door Ajar...
J Jump Starting ...5-47 K Key Lock Cylinders Service ...6-20 Key Reminder Warning ...2-26 Keyless Entry System ...2-5 Keys ...2-3 L Lamps Exterior ...Interior ...Lap Belt ...Lap-Shoulder Belt ...1-14, LATCH System Child Restraints ...Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ...Leaving Your Vehicle ...Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running ...Light Air Bag Readiness ...Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ...Brake System Warning ...3-14 3-18 1-21 1-23 1-42 1-44 2-16 2-35 3-41 3-44 3-42 Light (cont.) Check Gages Warning ...3-54 Check Oil Level ...3-53 Door Ajar...
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... Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-39 Memory ...2-50 Outside Convex Mirror ...2-41 Outside Curb View Assist Mirror ...2-41 9 Scheduled Maintenance Services ...6-4 Part B - Low Traction Active Light ...3-46 Low Washer Fluid Warning Light ...3-53 Lumbar Manual Controls ...1-3 Power Controls ...1-4 M Magnetic Speed Variable Assist Steering ...4-11 Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts ...5-110 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 System...
... Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-39 Memory ...2-50 Outside Convex Mirror ...2-41 Outside Curb View Assist Mirror ...2-41 9 Scheduled Maintenance Services ...6-4 Part B - Low Traction Active Light ...3-46 Low Washer Fluid Warning Light ...3-53 Lumbar Manual Controls ...1-3 Power Controls ...1-4 M Magnetic Speed Variable Assist Steering ...4-11 Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts ...5-110 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 System...
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... Intervals ...6-5 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance ...6-6 Skidding ...4-15 Some Other Rainy Weather Tips ...4-20 Special Fabric Cleaning Problems ...5-92 Specifications, Capacities ...5-109 Speedometer ...3-39 Starter Switch Check ...6-21 Starting Your Engine ...2-27 Steering ...4-11 Steering Column Shift Lever ...2-33 Steering in Emergencies ...4-12 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection ...6-23 Steering Tips ...4-11 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ...3-105 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ...3-7 Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area ...2-48 Convenience...
... Intervals ...6-5 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance ...6-6 Skidding ...4-15 Some Other Rainy Weather Tips ...4-20 Special Fabric Cleaning Problems ...5-92 Specifications, Capacities ...5-109 Speedometer ...3-39 Starter Switch Check ...6-21 Starting Your Engine ...2-27 Steering ...4-11 Steering Column Shift Lever ...2-33 Steering in Emergencies ...4-12 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection ...6-23 Steering Tips ...4-11 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ...3-105 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ...3-7 Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area ...2-48 Convenience...
