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Loading Your Vehicle The label shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle. This is called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. The Certification/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle. Your dealer can help you with this. Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle. The Certification/Tire label is found on the rear edge of the driver's door. 4-32

Section	Page
2002 Pontiac Montana Owner's Manual	1
Copyright General Motors Corp 2001	2
For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual:	3
How to Use this Manual	4
Safety Warnings and Symbols	4
Vehicle Damage Warnings	5
Vehicle Symbols	5
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems	7
Seats and Seat Controls	8
Driver's Four-Way Manual Seat	8
Manual Front Passenger's Seat	9
Six-Way Power Seat (Option)	9
Heated Front Seats (Option)	10
Reclining Front Seatbacks	10
Head Restraints	12
Rear Seats	12
Seat Controls	12
Second Row Safety Belt Stowage	12
Flip and Fold Feature	13
Split Bench Seats (If Equipped)	14
Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks	14
Adjusting the Split Bench Seats (Second Row)	15
Removing the Split Bench Seat	16
Replacing the Split Bench Sections	18
Bucket Seats (If Equipped)	20
Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks	21
Adjusting the Bucket Seats	22
Removing the Bucket Seats	23
Replacing the Bucket Seats	24
Captain's Chairs (If Equipped)	26
Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks	26
Adjusting the Captain's Chairs (Second Row)	27
Removing the Captain's Chairs	28
Replacing the Captain's Chairs	29
Stowable Seat (Option)	31
Folding the Seatback	31
Removing the Stowable Seat	32
Replacing the Stowable Seat	33
Safety Belts: They're for Everyone	34
Why Safety Belts Work	36
Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers	39
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	40
Adults	40
Driver Position	40
Lap-Shoulder Belt	40
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster	42
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	48
Right Front Passenger Position	49
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)	49
How the Air Bag Systems Work	52
Where are the air bags?	52
When should an air bag inflate?	54
What makes an air bag inflate?	55
How does an air bag restrain?	55
What will you see after an air bag inflates?	56
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle	58
Safety Belt Pretensioners	58
Rear Seat Passengers	58
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions	59
Lap-Shoulder Belt	59
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults	62
Center Passenger Position (Bench Seat)	64
Lap Belt	64
Center Passenger Position (Bucket Seat)	66
Lap Belt	66
Children	67
Infants and Young Children	67
Built-in Child Restraint (Option)	71
Securing a Child in the Built-In Child Restraint	73
Removing the Child from the Built-In Child Restraint	79
Storing the Built-In Child Restraint	80
Restraint Systems for Children	82
Where to Put the Restraint	85
Top Strap	86
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System)	89
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System	91
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position	91
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Seat Position (Third Row Bench Seat)	95
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Seat Position (Bucket Seat)	97
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	99
Older Children	101
Safety Belt Extender	105
Checking Your Restraint Systems	105
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	106
Section 2 Features and Controls	107
Windows	108
Power Windows	109
Express-Down Window	109
Side Window Latches	110
Power Rear Quarter Windows	110
Keys	111
Door Locks	113
Power Door Locks	114
Last Door Closed Locking	115
Automatic Door Locks	115
Sliding Door Delayed Locking	115
Lockout Deterrent	116
Leaving Your Vehicle	116
Remote Keyless Entry System	116
Operation	117
Remote Driver's Door and All Door Unlock	117
Remote All Door Lock	117
Remote Lock Confirmation	118
Remote Unlock Confirmation	118
Panic Alarm	118
Remote Power Sliding Door Operation (Option)	118
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle	119
Battery Replacement	120
Switchbanks	121
Overhead Console Switchbank	121
Instrument Panel Switchbank	121
Multifunction Alarm Locks and Lighting Choices	122
Entering Programming Mode	123
Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting	123
Programmable Modes	123
Automatic Door Locks	124
Programmable Modes	124
Last Door Closed Locking and Lockout Prevention	125
Programmable Modes	125
Remote Driver's Unlock Control	126
Programmable Modes	126
Remote Lock and Unlock Confirmation	127
Programmable Modes	127
Content Theft-Deterrent System	129
Programmable Modes	129
Arming and Disarming the Content Theft-Deterrent System	130
Programmable Modes	130
Exiting Programming Mode	131
Dual Sliding Doors	132
Sliding Door Lock	132
Power Sliding Door (Option)	134
Sliding Door Security Lock	139
Resetting the Power Sliding Door	140
Canceling the Sliding Door Security Lock	140
Liftgate	141
Theft	142
Key in the Ignition	142
Parking at Night	143
Parking Lots	143
Content Theft-Deterrent	143
Arming with the Power Lock Switch	144
Arming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter	144
Arming with Your Key	144
Arming Confirmation	145
Disarming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter	145
Disarming with Your Key	145
Nuisance Alarms	145
PASS-Key III	146
New Vehicle "Break-In"	148
Ignition Positions	148
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	149
Starting Your Engine	150
Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)	151
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater	152
Automatic Transaxle Operation	153
Parking Brake	157
Shifting Into PARK (P)	158
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running	160
Torque Lock	160
Shifting Out of PARK (P)	161
Parking Over Things That Burn	161
Engine Exhaust	162
Running Your Engine While You re Parked	162
Horn	163
Tilt Wheel	163
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	164
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	164
Turn Signal On Chime	165
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	165
Flash-to-Pass Feature	165
Windshield Wipers	166
Windshield Washer	166
Rear Window Washer/Wiper	167
Cruise Control	168
Setting Cruise Control	168
Resuming a Set Speed	169
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control	170
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control	170
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control	170
Using Cruise Control on Hills	170
Ending Cruise Control	170
Erasing Cruise Speed Memory	170
Exterior Lamps	171
Lamps on Reminder	172
Daytime Running Lamps / Automatic Headlamp Control	172
Fog Lamps	173
Interior Lamps	173
Instrument Panel Brightness Control	173
Interior Lamps Control	173
Interior Lamps Override Switch	174
Illuminated Entry	174
Delayed Illumination	175
Exit Lighting	175
Front Reading Lamps	176
Rear Reading Lamps	176
Dome Lamp	177
Cargo Lamp	177
Battery Saver	177
Mirrors	178
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror	178
Power Remote Control Rearview Mirrors	178
Convex Outside Mirror	179
Heated Outside Mirrors	179
Storage Compartments	179
Glove Box	179
Compact Overhead Console (Canada Only)	180
Overhead Console (Option)	180
Garage Door Opener Compartment	181
Storage Bin	182
Removing and Replacing the Tray	183
Front Seat Storage Bin	183
Cupholders	183
Rear Storage Compartments and Cupholders	184
Convenience Net (Option)	184
Side Convenience Nets	186
Front Seat Storage Net	186
Convenience Center (Option)	187
Removing the Convenience Center	187
Replacing the Convenience Center	187
Luggage Carrier (Option)	189
Sun Visors	191
Visor Vanity Mirrors	191
Lighted Visor Vanity Mirrors (If Equipped)	191
Accessory Inflator System (Option)	192
Accessory Power Outlets	194
OnStar System (If Equipped)	196
OnStar Services	197
OnStar System Limitations	198
HomeLink Transmitter (Option)	199
Programming the HomeLink Transmitter	199
Training a Garage Door Opener with a "Rolling Code" Feature (If Equipped)	200
Canadian Programming	201
Operating the HomeLink Transmitter	201
Erasing Channels	201
Resetting Defaults	201
Accessories	201
The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System	202
Instrument Panel Cluster	204
Speedometer and Tamper Resistant Odometer	205
Dual Trip Odometers	205
Retro-Active Reset	206
Tachometer	206
Warning Lights, Gages, Messages and Indicators	207
Safety Belt Reminder Light	207
Air Bag Readiness Light	208
Brake System Warning Light	209
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light	210
Traction Control System Warning Light (Option)	210
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	211
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada)	212
If the Light Is Flashing	213
If the Light Is On Steady	214
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs	215
Fuel Gage	215
Message Center	216
Charging System Indicator Message	216
Service Traction System Warning Message (Option)	217
Traction Active Message (Option)	218
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Message	218
Low Oil Pressure Message	219
Low Engine Oil Level Message	220
Change Engine Oil Message	220
Power Sliding Door Warning Message	221
Door Ajar Warning Message	222
Rear Hatch Ajar Warning Message	222
PASS-Key III Security Message	223
Low Fuel Warning Message	223
AWD Disable Warning Message (If Equipped)	224
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Option)	224
Compass Variance	225
Setting the Variance	225
Automatic Compass Calibration	226
Manual Compass Calibration	226
Error Displays	226
Trip Computer	226
Resetting the Trip Computer	227
Rear Parking Assist (Option)	227
How the System Works	228
Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems	229
Comfort Controls	230
Fan Knob	230
Temperature Knob	230
Mode Knob	230
Mode Buttons	231
Air Conditioning	231
Heating	232
Defogging and Defrosting	232
Rear Window Defogger	233
Rear Climate Control (Vehicles without the Entertainment System) (Option)	234
Rear Fan Control	234
Rear Comfort Controls	235
Rear Air Vents	236
Rear Climate Control (Vehicles with the Entertainment System) (Option)	236
Rear Fan Control	237
Rear Temperature Control	237
Rear Air Vents	237
Ventilation System	238
Ventilation Tips	238
Audio Systems	239
Setting the Clock	239
AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System (RDS)	239
Playing the Radio	239
Finding a Station	240
Setting Preset Stations	241
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)	241
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)	242
Using RDS	242
Finding a PTY Station	243
Setting Preset PTY Stations	243
RDS Messages	244
Radio Messages	245
Playing a Compact Disc	245
Compact Disc Messages	247
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System (RDS) (If Equipped)	247
Playing the Radio	247
Finding a Station	248
Setting Preset Stations	249
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)	249
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)	250
Using RDS	250
Finding a PTY Station	251
Setting Preset PTY Stations	251
RDS Messages	252
Radio Messages	253
Playing a Cassette Tape	253
Cassette Tape Messages	255
CD Adapter Kits	255
Playing a Compact Disc	255
Compact Disc Messages	257
AM-FM Stereo with Six-Disc Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System (RDS) (If Equipped)	257
Playing the Radio	257
Finding a Station	258
Setting Preset Stations	258
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)	259
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)	259
Using RDS	260
Finding a PTY Station	260
Setting PTY Preset Stations	261
RDS Messages	261
Playing a Compact Disc	262
Playing a Specific Loaded Compact Disc	263
Using Song List Mode	265
Compact Disc Messages	267
Entertainment System (Option)	267
Before You Drive	267
Headphones	268
Battery Replacement	269
Stereo RCA Jacks	269
Audio Speakers	269
Video Screen	270
DVD Player	271
DVD Player Buttons	271
Playing a Disc	272
Stopping and Resuming Playback	272
Ejecting a Disc	272
Remote Control	272
Remote Control Buttons	273
Battery Replacement	274
Rear Seat Audio (Vehicles without the Entertainment System) (If Equipped)	275
Primary Radio Controls	275
Rear Seat Radio Controls	275
Rear Seat Audio (Vehicles with the Entertainment System) (Option)	277
Rear Seat Radio Controls	277
Theft-Deterrent Feature	279
Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)	279
Understanding Radio Reception	281
AM	281
FM Stereo	281
Understanding DVD Distortion	281
Tips About Your Audio System	281
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player	282
Care of Your Compact Discs and DVDs	284
Care of Your Compact Disc and DVD Player	284
Cleaning Your DVD Player	284
Cleaning the Video Screen	284
Fixed Mast Antenna	284
Section 4 Your Driving and the Road	285
Defensive Driving	286
Drunken Driving	287
Control of a Vehicle	290
Braking	290
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	291
Using Anti-Lock	293
Braking in Emergencies	293
Traction Control System (Option)	293
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System (Option)	295
Steering	295
Power Steering	295
Steering Tips	295
Driving on Curves	295
Steering in Emergencies	296
Off-Road Recovery	297
Passing	298
Loss of Control	299
Skidding	299
Driving at Night	300
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	302
Hydroplaning	303
Driving Through Deep Standing Water	304
Driving Through Flowing Water	304
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips	304
City Driving	305
Freeway Driving	306
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	307
Highway Hypnosis	308
Hill and Mountain Roads	308
Winter Driving	310
Driving on Snow or Ice	310
If You're Caught in a Blizzard	312
Recreational Vehicle Towing	314
Dinghy Towing	315
Dolly Towing	315
Loading Your Vehicle	316
Electronic Level Control (Option)	318
Towing a Trailer	318
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer	320
Weight of the Trailer	320
Weight of the Trailer Tongue	321
Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires	322
Hitches	322
Safety Chains	323
Trailer Brakes	323
Driving with a Trailer	323
Following Distance	324
Passing	324
Backing Up	324
Making Turns	325
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer	325
Driving On Grades	325
Parking on Hills	326
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill	326
Maintenance When Trailer Towing	326
Section 5 Problems on the Road	327
Hazard Warning Flashers	328
Other Warning Devices	328
Jump Starting	329
Towing Your Vehicle	334
Engine Overheating	335
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode	335
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine	336
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine	337
Cooling System	338
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank	340
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator	343
If a Tire Goes Flat	346
Changing a Flat Tire	347
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools	348
Removing the Wheel Covers	351
Secondary Latch System (If Equipped)	351
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire	353
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools	358
Compact Spare Tire	362
All-Wheel Drive (Option)	363
If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow	363
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out	364
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care	365
Service	366
Doing Your Own Service Work	366
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	367
Fuel	367
Gasoline Octane	367
Gasoline Specifications	368
California Fuel	368
Additives	369
Fuels in Foreign Countries	369
Filling Your Tank	370
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	372
Checking Things Under the Hood	373
Hood Release	373
Engine Compartment Overview	375
Engine Oil	376
Checking Engine Oil	376
When to Add Engine Oil	377
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use	378
Engine Oil Additives	379
When to Change Engine Oil (GM Oil Life System)	379
How to Reset the Change Engine Oil Message	380
What to Do with Used Oil	380
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	381
Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped)	382
Automatic Transaxle Fluid	383
When to Check and Change	383
How to Check	384
Checking the Fluid Level	384
How to Add Fluid	386
All-Wheel Drive (Option)	387
Transfer Case (Power Transfer Unit)	387
When to Check Lubricant	387
How to Check Lubricant	387
What to Use	387
Carrier Assembly-Differential (Rear Drive Module)	388
When to Check and Change Lubricant	388
How to Check Lubricant	388
What to Use	388
Engine Coolant	388
What to Use	389
Checking Coolant	390
Adding Coolant	391
Radiator Pressure Cap	392
Power Steering Fluid	392