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RDM 2 (Random): To repeat the tracks in the current folder or playlist, press and release this pushbutton. FOLDER RANDOM will appear on the display. Once all of the tracks in the current folder or playlist have been played the system will move on to the next folder or playlist and play all of the tracks in random order. To repeat the tracks on the CD, press and hold this pushbutton for two seconds. You will hear a beep and DISC RANDOM will appear on the display. This feature will not work with playlists. When in random, pressing and releasing either SEEK arrow will take you to the next or previous random track. Press and release this pushbutton again to turn off random play. NO RANDOM will appear on the display. 3 # (Next Folder): Press this pushbutton to go to the ﬁrst track in the next folder or playlist. If the disc contains playlists, it will go through the playlist, then the folders. Pressing this button while in folder random mode will take you to the next folder and random the tracks in that folder. This function will not work on a CD that does not contain folders or playlists. 4 REV (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track. Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to reverse at 10 times the normal playing speed. Press and hold it for more than two seconds to reverse at 20 times the normal playing speed. Release the pushbutton to play the track. The display will show REV and the elapsed time of the track. If this button is pressed for more than 20 seconds, the radio will stop reversing and begin to play. 6 ! (Previous Folder): Press this pushbutton to go to the ﬁrst track in the previous folder or playlist. If the disc contains playlists, it will go through the playlist, then the folders. Pressing this button while in folder random mode will take you to the previous folder and random the tracks in that folder. This function will not work on a CD that does not contain folders or playlists. w SEEK x: Press the up arrow to go to the start of the next track. Press the down arrow to go to the start of the previous track. Pressing either arrow for more than 2 seconds will search the previous or next tracks at two tracks per second. When you see the track number that you would like to play release the button to stop searching and to play the track. 3-71

Section	Page
Pontiac Sunfire Book TOC	1
Seats and Restraint Systems	7
Front Seats	8
Manual Seats	8
Reclining Seatbacks	10
Head Restraints	11
Seatback Latches	12
Easy Entry Seat	13
Rear Seats	14
Rear Seat Operation	14
Safety Belts	15
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone	15
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts	19
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	20
Driver Position	21
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	28
Right Front Passenger Position	29
Rear Seat Passengers	29
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults	33
Safety Belt Extender	35
Child Restraints	36
Older Children	36
Infants and Young Children	38
Child Restraint Systems	42
Where to Put the Restraint	45
Top Strap	46
Top Strap Anchor Location	47
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System)	48
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System (Rear)	50
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position	50
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	52
Air Bag Systems	55
Where Are the Air Bags?	58
When Should an Air Bag Inflate?	61
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate?	61
How Does an Air Bag Restrain?	62
What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates?	62
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle	64
Restraint System Check	64
Checking Your Restraint Systems	64
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	65
Features and Controls	67
Keys	68
Remote Keyless Entry System	69
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation	70
Doors and Locks	74
Door Locks	74
Power Door Locks	75
Rear Door Security Locks	75
Lockout Protection	76
Leaving Your Vehicle	76
Trunk	77
Windows	80
Manual Windows	81
Power Windows	81
Sun Visors	81
Theft-Deterrent Systems	82
Content Theft-Deterrent	82
Passlock®	83
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	84
New Vehicle Break-In	84
Ignition Positions	84
Starting Your Engine	86
Engine Coolant Heater	88
Automatic Transaxle Operation	89
Manual Transaxle Operation	92
Parking Brake	94
Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle)	95
Shifting Out of Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle)	97
Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transaxle)	97
Parking Over Things That Burn	98
Engine Exhaust	98
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked	99
Mirrors	100
Manual Rearview Mirror	100
Outside Remote Control Mirror	100
Outside Power Mirrors	100
Outside Convex Mirror	101
Outside Breakaway Mirror	101
OnStar® System	102
Storage Areas	104
Cupholder(s)	104
Center Console Storage Area	104
Convenience Net	104
Sunroof	105
Instrument Panel	107
Instrument Panel Overview	108
Hazard Warning Flashers	110
Other Warning Devices	111
Horn	111
Tilt Wheel	111
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	112
Exterior Lamps	118
Interior Lamps	120
Accessory Power Outlets	122
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter	122
Climate Controls	123
Climate Control System	123
Outlet Adjustment	126
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators	127
Instrument Panel Cluster	128
Speedometer and Odometer	129
Tachometer	129
Safety Belt Reminder Light	130
Air Bag Readiness Light	130
Charging System Light	131
Up-Shift Light	132
Brake System Warning Light	132
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light	133
Enhanced Traction System Warning Light	134
Enhanced Traction System Active Light	135
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	135
Low Coolant Warning Light	136
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	136
Oil Pressure Light	139
Passlock® Warning Light	140
Check Gages Warning Light	141
Service Vehicle Soon Light	141
Fuel Gage	142
Audio System(s)	143
Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS)	143
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS)	143
AM-FM Radio	144
Radio with CD (Base Level)	147
Radio with CD (Up Level)	152
Radio with CD (MP3)	162
Personal Choice Radio Controls	179
Theft-Deterrent Feature (Non-RDS Radios)	180
Theft-Deterrent Feature (RDS Radios)	180
Understanding Radio Reception	180
Care of Your CDs	181
Care of Your CD Player	181
Fixed Mast Antenna	181
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System (48 Contiguous US States)	181
Chime Level Adjustment	181
Driving Your Vehicle	183
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle	184
Defensive Driving	184
Drunken Driving	184
Control of a Vehicle	188
Braking	188
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)	192
Steering	194
Off-Road Recovery	196
Passing	196
Loss of Control	198
Driving at Night	199
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	200
City Driving	203
Freeway Driving	204
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	205
Highway Hypnosis	205
Hill and Mountain Roads	206
Winter Driving	208
If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow	212
Towing	213
Towing Your Vehicle	213
Recreational Vehicle Towing	213
Loading Your Vehicle	215
Towing a Trailer (Automatic Transaxle)	221
Towing a Trailer (Manual Transaxle)	228
Service and Appearance Care	229
Service	231
Doing Your Own Service Work	231
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	232
Fuel	232
Gasoline Octane	232
Gasoline Specifications	233
California Fuel	233
Additives	234
Fuels in Foreign Countries	234
Filling Your Tank	235
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	237
Checking Things Under the Hood	238
Hood Release	238
Engine Compartment Overview	240
Engine Oil	241
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	245
Automatic Transaxle Fluid	247
Manual Transaxle Fluid	247
Hydraulic Clutch	247
Engine Coolant	248
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap	251
Engine Overheating	252
Cooling System	254
Power Steering Fluid	260
Windshield Washer Fluid	261
Brakes	262
Battery	266
Jump Starting	266
Bulb Replacement	272
Halogen Bulbs	272
Headlamps	272
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps	274
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) (With Spoiler)	274
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) (Without Spoiler)	274
Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps	275
Back-Up Lamps	276
Replacement Bulbs	276
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	276
Tires	277
Inflation - Tire Pressure	284
Tire Inspection and Rotation	285
When It Is Time for New Tires	286
Buying New Tires	287
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	288
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	289
Wheel Replacement	290
Tire Chains	291
If a Tire Goes Flat	292
Changing a Flat Tire	293
Compact Spare Tire	303
Appearance Care	304
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle	304
Care of Safety Belts	307
Weatherstrips	307
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle	308
Sheet Metal Damage	310
Finish Damage	310
Underbody Maintenance	310
Chemical Paint Spotting	310
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	311
Vehicle Identification	312
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	312
Service Parts Identification Label	312
Electrical System	313
Add-On Electrical Equipment	313
Headlamp Wiring	313
Windshield Wiper Fuses	313
Power Windows and Other Power Options	313
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	313
Capacities and Specifications	317
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts	318
Maintenance Schedule	319
Maintenance Schedule	320
Introduction	320
Maintenance Requirements	320
Your Vehicle and the Environment	320
How This Section is Organized	321
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services	322
Using Your Maintenance Schedule	322
Selecting the Right Schedule	323
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance	324
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance	331
Part B: Owner Checks and Services	336
At Each Fuel Fill	336
At Least Once a Month	336
At Least Twice a Year	337
At Least Once a Year	338
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections	341
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection	341
Exhaust System Inspection	341
Fuel System Inspection	341
Engine Cooling System Inspection	342
Throttle System Inspection	342
Brake System Inspection	342
Caliper/Knuckle Maintenance Inspection	343
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	344
Part E: Maintenance Record	346
Customer Assistance and Information	349
Customer Assistance and Information	350
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	350
Online Owner Center	351
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	352
Customer Assistance Offices	352
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities	353
Roadside Assistance Program	354
Courtesy Transportation	355
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records	357
Reporting Safety Defects	358
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	358
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	359
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	359
Service Publications Ordering Information	359

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RDM 2 (Random):

To repeat the tracks in the current

folder or playlist, press and release this pushbutton.

FOLDER RANDOM will appear on the display. Once all

of the tracks in the current folder or playlist have

been played the system will move on to the next folder

or playlist and play all of the tracks in random order.

To repeat the tracks on the CD, press and hold

this pushbutton for two seconds. You will hear a beep

and DISC RANDOM will appear on the display. This

feature will not work with playlists.

When in random, pressing and releasing either SEEK

arrow will take you to the next or previous random track.

Press and release this pushbutton again to turn off

random play. NO RANDOM will appear on the display.

(Next Folder):

Press this pushbutton to go

to the first track in the next folder or playlist. If the disc

contains playlists, it will go through the playlist, then

the folders. Pressing this button while in folder random

mode will take you to the next folder and random

the tracks in that folder. This function will not work on a

CD that does not contain folders or playlists.

4 REV (Reverse):

Press and hold this pushbutton to

reverse quickly within a track. Press and hold this

pushbutton for less than two seconds to reverse at

10 times the normal playing speed. Press and hold it for

more than two seconds to reverse at 20 times the normal

playing speed. Release the pushbutton to play the track.

The display will show REV and the elapsed time of the

track. If this button is pressed for more than 20 seconds,

the radio will stop reversing and begin to play.

(Previous Folder):

Press this pushbutton to go

to the first track in the previous folder or playlist. If

the disc contains playlists, it will go through the playlist,

then the folders. Pressing this button while in folder

random mode will take you to the previous folder and

random the tracks in that folder. This function will

not work on a CD that does not contain folders or

playlists.

SEEK

Press the up arrow to go to the start of

the next track. Press the down arrow to go to the

start of the previous track. Pressing either arrow for

more than 2 seconds will search the previous or next

tracks at two tracks per second. When you see the track

number that you would like to play release the button

to stop searching and to play the track.

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