Pontiac 2006 Gto Manuel d'utilisateur

Seats and Restraint Systems... 1-1Front Seats... 1-2Safety Belts...

Head RestraintsThe head restraints onboth the front and rearseats are adjustable.Press the button at the base of the head restraint tolower it. Pull u

Trip Computer ...3-33Audio System(s) ...3-44Setting the Time ..

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Instrument Panel Overview3-42006 - Pontiac GTO Owner Manual

The main components of the instrument panel are the following:A. Side Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 3-21.B. Exterior Lamp Controls. SeeInstrum

Hazard Warning FlashersYour hazard warning flashers let you warn others. Theyalso let police know you have a problem. Your frontand rear turn signal la

To tilt the wheel, pull the lever down. Then move thewheel to a comfortable position and release the lever tolock the wheel in place.Telescopic Steeri

Turn and Lane-Change SignalsTo signal a turn, move the lever all the way up to signalright turn and all the way down to signal a left turn.When the tu

Flash-to-PassThis feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps tosignal a driver in front of you that you want to pass,even if the headlamps and igni

Windshield Washer{CAUTION:In freezing weather, do not use your washeruntil the windshield is warmed. Otherwise thewasher fluid can form ice on the wind

{CAUTION:Cruise control can be dangerous where youcannot drive safely at a steady speed. So, donot use your cruise control on winding roadsor in heavy

Seatback LatchesThe front seats in your vehicle have an easy entryfeature.For easy entry/exit to the rear seats, do the following:1. Lift the lever lo

Pausing Cruise ControlTo pause cruise control, press the brake pedal on eitheran automatic or manual transmission, or the clutchpedal on a manual tran

Exterior LampsThe switch to the left ofthe steering wheel on theinstrument panel controlsthe following:; (Parking Lamps): Turn the switch to this posi

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier forothers to see the front of your vehicle during theday. DRL can be helpful

The lights stay off until the ignition is again turned on, orthe lights are turned back on manually by the headlampswitch. The headlamps can be set to

Dome LampThe dome lamp has three positions.ON: In this position, the dome lamp is always on.DOOR: In this position, the light automatically comeson wh

The system is turned on if a door is opened, the vehicleis unlocked, or the trunk is opened. Once the systemis turned on, the one hour battery protect

Certain electrical accessories may not be compatiblewith the accessory power outlet and could resultin blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experien

Climate ControlsClimate Control SystemWith this system you can control the heating, cooling,and ventilation for your vehicle.OperationTo change the cu

A/C (Air Conditioning): Press this button on the leftdial to turn the air-conditioning system on or off.When A/C is pressed, an indicator light in the

1 (Defrost): This mode directs the air to thewindshield. When you select this mode, the systemturns off recirculation automatically. The recirculation

To return the seat to the original position, do thefollowing:1. Make sure there are no objects in front of or behindthe seat.2. Return the seatback to

Warning Lights, Gages, andIndicatorsThis part describes the warning lights and gages thatmay be on your vehicle. The pictures will help youlocate them

Instrument Panel ClusterThe instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know howfast you’re g

SpeedometerThe speedometer shows vehicle speed in both milesper hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).TachometerThe tachometer showsengine speed i

Airbag Readiness LightThere is an airbagreadiness light on theinstrument panel whichshows the airbag symbol.This light will come on when you start you

Charging System LightThe charging system lightwill come on when youturn on the ignition,until the engine is started,as a check to showyou it is workin

Brake System Warning LightThis light will come onwhen the ignition is turnedto ON and when theparking brake is applied, ifit does not, have it fixed so

Engine Coolant Temperature GageThe temperature gageshows the engine coolanttemperature when theignition is on.If the gage pointer moves into the red a

Notice:Modifications made to the engine,transmission, exhaust, intake or fuel system of yourvehicle or replacement tires that do not matchyour vehicle’

If the Light Is On SteadyYou may be able to correct the emission systemmalfunction by considering the following:Did you recently put fuel into your ve

Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD(on-board diagnostic) system determines that criticalemission control systems have not been compl

{CAUTION:It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargoarea, inside or outside of a vehicle. In acollision, people riding in these areas are morelikely

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)Indicator LightThis light will come onwhen the Daytime RunningLamps (DRL) areactivated. SeeDaytimeRunning Lamps (DRL) onpag

Trip ComputerThe buttons for the tripcomputer are located onthe instrument panel, to theright of the instrumentpanel cluster.The trip computer display

Trip DistanceThis function shows the miles travelled from the start ofa particular trip. Reset the reading to zero by pressingand holding the SET butt

O/SPEED (Overspeed)Overspeed sets the speed you do not want to exceed.For example, if driving in a 45 mph zone, setOVERSPEED to 45 mph by tapping the

Underspeed ChimeOverspeed provides a chime when your vehicle’stravelling speed exceeds the overspeed value, whereasunderspeed provides a chime to indi

Trip A/BWhen the Time to Arrival/Distance to Arrival/FuelRemaining set of displays are turned on, using vehiclepersonalization, and are showing on the

Trip Computer Warning MessagesThe following messages may appear on the center tripcomputer display located on the instrument panelcluster. If a messag

Check AlternatorIf this symbol and theCheck Alternator messagestay on, or come on whileyou are driving you mayhave a problem with theelectrical chargi

Cruise EnabledThis symbol, the CruiseEnabled message, and theCRUISE message comeon for a few secondswhenever you turn on thecruise control.The message

The display then returns tothe original trip computerdisplay with a smalllow fuel symbol on the left.The symbol will remain until the fuel tank is fill

Why Safety Belts WorkWhen you ride in or on anything, you go as fast asit goes.Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seat onwheels.Put someo

Rest ReminderThis symbol and messagealert you when you mayhave been travelling for toolong without a break.After the ignition is turned to ON, a timer

ShiftIf you have a manualtransmission vehicle, thissymbol, the Shift message,and the One-to-FourShift light come on whenyou can only shift fromFIRST (

Traction Ctrl (Control) OnThis symbol and theTraction Ctrl On messagewill come on when thedriver turns on the tractioncontrol system.The traction cont

{CAUTION:This system provides you with a far greateraccess to audio stations and song listings.Giving extended attention to entertainmenttasks while d

Radio with Six-Disc CDPlaying the RadioON OFF: Press this button to turn the system onand off.AUDIO (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or todecrease

Setting Preset StationsUp to 18 stations, six FM1, six FM2, and six AM, can beprogrammed on the six numbered pushbuttons, byperforming the following s

To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middleposition, push and hold the AUDIO knob when no toneor speaker control is displayed. STD will appe

Do not add any label to a CD, it could get caught in theCD player. If a CD is recorded on a personal computerand a description label is needed, try la

TRACK SCAN: Press this button to listen to the first10 seconds of each track on the CD that is playing.Press this button again to stop scanning.TRACK R

r TUNE DISC [: When more than one CD isloaded, press the left or right arrow to go to the previousor next CD loaded. If the audio system is in randomm

Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoes not stop.The person keeps going until stopped by something. Ina real vehicle, it could be the

CD MessagesCD ERROR PLAY: The CD cannot be read. The CD isdirty, scratched, wet, or upside down.CD ERROR MECH (Mechanism): If this messageappears on t

Speed-Dependent Volume (SDV)With SDV, the audio system adjusts automatically tomake up for road or wind noise as you drive.This feature will never com

Options Menu AdjustmentConfirmation beeps, SDV, and DDL can all be adjustedby doing the following:1. Turn off the radio by pressing the OFF button.2. P

Theft-Deterrent FeatureYour vehicle’s radio has an electronically coded securitysystem. The system recognizes the vehicle which theradio has been inst

Audio Steering Wheel ControlsIf your vehicle has this feature, some audio controls canbe adjusted at the steering wheel. They include thefollowing:MOD

Radio ReceptionYou may experience frequency interference and staticduring normal radio reception if items such as cellphonechargers, vehicle convenien

Backglass AntennaThe AM-FM antenna is integrated with the rear windowdefogger, located in the rear window. Make sure that theinside surface of the rea

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2Defensive Driving ...4-2Drunken Driving ...

Your Driving, the Road, andYour VehicleDefensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drivedefensively.Please start with a very im

Drunken DrivingDeath and injury associated with drinking and driving isa national tragedy. It is the number one contributorto the highway death toll,

or the instrument panel... or the safety belts!With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does.You get more time to stop. You stop over more dist

It is the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, ifthe same person drank three double martinis (3 ouncesor 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour,

The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol inone drink. No amount of coffee or number of coldshowers will speed that up. “I will be car

Control of a VehicleYou have three systems that make your vehicle gowhere you want it to go. They are the brakes, thesteering, and the accelerator. Al

Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive inspurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavybraking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This i

Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely.Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slamon the brakes and continue braking. Here

Using ABSDo not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedaldown firmly and let anti-lock work for you. You mayhear the anti-lock pump or motor operate,

To turn the system off,press the T/C button. Onmanual transmissionvehicles, the button islocated on the driver’s sideof the center console. Onautomati

Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve.Then you suddenly apply the brakes. Both controlsystems — steering and braking — have to do their workw

An emergency like this requires close attention and aquick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel atthe recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions

PassingThe driver of a vehicle about to pass another on atwo-lane highway waits for just the right moment,accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead,

Questions and Answers AboutSafety BeltsQ: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after an accidentif I am wearing a safety belt?A: Youcouldbe — whether you

• Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, andstart your left lane change signal before moving outof the right lane to pass. When you are far en

A cornering skid is best handled by easing your foot offthe accelerator pedal.Remember: Any traction control system helps avoid onlythe acceleration s

Driving at NightNight driving is more dangerous than day driving.One reason is that some drivers are likely to beimpaired — by alcohol or drugs, with

Driving in Rain and on Wet RoadsRain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wetroad, you cannot stop, accelerate, or turn as wellbecause your ti

HydroplaningHydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build upunder your tires that they can actually ride on the water.This can happen if the road

City DrivingOne of the biggest problems with city streets is theamount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out forwhat the other drivers are do

Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways — also called thruways, parkways,expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways — are thesafest of all roads. But the

Before Leaving on a Long TripMake sure you are ready. Try to be well rested. If youmust start when you are not fresh — such as aftera day’s work — do

Hill and Mountain RoadsDriving on steep hills or mountains is different fromdriving in flat or rolling terrain.If you drive regularly in steep country,

{CAUTION:Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with theignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will haveto do all the work of slowing down. They couldget

Driver PositionLap-Shoulder BeltThe driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here is how to wearit properly.1. Close and lock the door.2. Adjust the seat so yo

Winter DrivingHere are some tips for winter driving:• Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.• You may want to put winter emergency supplies inyou

Driving on Snow or IceMost of the time, those places where the tires meet theroad probably have good traction.However, if there is snow or ice between

Your Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) improves yourvehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop ona slippery road. Even though you have ABS, you willwant

You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful.{CAUTION:Snow can trap exhaust gases under yourvehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbonmonoxide)

If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand,Mud, Ice or SnowIn order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you willneed to spin the wheels, but you do not want

Loading Your VehicleIt is very important to know how much weight yourvehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehiclecapacity weight and includes

The Tire and Loading Information label also shows thesize of the factory installed, original equipment tires (C)and the recommended cold tire inflation

Item Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 1 =740 lbs (330 kg)BSubtract OccupantWeight 150 lbs(68 kg) × 2 =300 lbs (136 kg)CAvailable O

Item Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 3 =740 lbs (330 kg)BSubtract OccupantWeight 185 lbs(83 kg) × 4 =740 lbs (330 kg)CAvailable C

And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spreadit out.{CAUTION:Do not load your vehicle any heavier than theGross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or

6. To make the lap part tight, pull up on theshoulder belt.The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs.

TowingTowing Your VehicleConsult your dealer or a professional towing service ifyou need to have your disabled vehicle towed. SeeRoadside Assistance P

Service ...5-3Accessories and Modifications ...5-3California Propositio

Tire Chains ...5-69If a Tire Goes Flat ...5-69Changing a Flat Tire

ServiceYour dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you tobe happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealerfor all your service needs. You will ge

Doing Your Own Service WorkIf you want to do some of your own service work, youwill want to use the proper service manual. It tellsyou much more about

Adding Equipment to the Outside ofYour VehicleThings you might add to the outside of your vehicle canaffect the airflow around it. This may cause windn

California FuelIf your vehicle is certified to meet California EmissionsStandards, it is designed to operate on fuels thatmeet California specifications

Notice:Your vehicle was not designed for fuel thatcontains methanol. Do not use fuel containingmethanol. It can corrode metal parts in your fuelsystem

Filling the Tank{CAUTION:Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire cancause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries toyou and others, read and follow all

To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly counterclockwise.The fuel cap has a spring in it; if the cap is releasedtoo soon, it will spring back to the ri

GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, PONTIAC,the PONTIAC Emblem and the name GTO areregistered trademarks of General Motors Corporation.This manual incl

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearlyas much protection this way.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if

Filling a Portable Fuel Container{CAUTION:Never fill a portable fuel container while it is inyour vehicle. Static electricity discharge fromthe contain

Hood ReleaseTo open the hood, do the following:1. Pull the handle withthis symbol on it. It islocated under theinstrument panel onthe driver’s side of

Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you open the hood on the engine, here is what you will see:5-122006 - Pontiac GTO Owner Manual

A. Engine Compartment Fuse Block. SeeEngineCompartment Fuse Block on page 5-88.B. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “AddingWasher Fluid” underWin

When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip ofthe dipstick, you will need to add at least one quart/literof oil. But y

What Kind of Engine Oil to UseLook for two things:• GM4718MYour vehicle’s engine requires a special oil meetingGM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting thiss

Your vehicle’s engine is filled at the factory with aMobil 1®synthetic oil, which meets all requirements foryour vehicle.Substitute Engine Oil: When ad

If the system is ever reset accidentally, you mustchange the oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your lastoil change. Remember to reset the oil life s

Engine Air Cleaner/FilterSeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 5-12formore information on the location of the engine aircleaner/filter.When to Inspect

{CAUTION:Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filteroff can cause you or others to be burned. Theair cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps tos

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt isbuckled in the wrong place l

Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles(24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F(10°C). If it is colder than 50°F (10°C), drive the

The level should never read over the HOT mark, so becareful not to add too much. It does not take muchfluid, generally less than 0.6 pints (0.3 L). Do

How to Add Manual Transmission FluidHere is how to add fluid. Refer to the MaintenanceSchedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. SeeRecommended Fl

How to Check and Add FluidTo check the fluid level, look at the markings on thereservoir. If the fluid level is between the MIN and theMAX line, the flui

What to UseUse a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water andone-half DEX-COOL®coolant which will not damagealuminum parts. If this coolant mixture

The coolant level should be checked at each fuel fill, bylooking at the dipstick in the coolant overflow reservoir.To remove the dipstick, push down on

If the coolant overflow reservoir is completely empty,add coolant to the radiator. SeeEngine Overheating onpage 5-26.{CAUTION:Turning the radiator pres

If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine{CAUTION:Steam from an overheated engine can burnyou badly, even if you just open the hood. Stayaway from the engin

2. If the fan is working and the temperature gageneedle has not returned to its normal positionwithin a few minutes, stop the engine and removethe ign

Cooling SystemWhen you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is whatyou will see:A. Radiator Pressure Cap (Out of View)B. Electric Engine Cooling F

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It shouldbe worn over the shoulder at all times.{CAUTION:You can be seriously i

The coolant level should be at or above the bottomarrow on the dipstick. If it is not, you may have a leak atthe pressure cap or in the radiator hoses

How to Add Coolant to the CoolantOverflow Reservoir{CAUTION:Adding only plain water to your coolingsystem can be dangerous. Plain water, orsome other l

To add coolant to the overflow reservoir, do thefollowing:1. Remove the coolant overflow reservoir cap whenthe cooling system is no longer hot.2. Fill t

Power Steering FluidThe power steering fluid reservoir is located toward thefront of the engine compartment on the driver’s sideof the vehicle. SeeEngi

Windshield Washer FluidWhat to UseWhen you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to readthe manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you willbe opera

BrakesBrake FluidYour brake master cylinderreservoir is filled withDOT-4 brake fluid. SeeEngine CompartmentOverview on page 5-12forthe location of there

What to AddWhen you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-4 brakefluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed containeronly. SeeRecommended Fluids and Lubricants

Brake AdjustmentEvery time you make a moderate brake stop, your discbrakes adjust for wear. If you rarely make a moderateor heavier stop, then your br

Jump StartingIf your battery has run down, you may want to useanother vehicle and some jumper cables to start yourvehicle. Be sure to use the followin

Notice:If you leave your radio or other accessorieson during the jump starting procedure, they couldbe damaged. The repairs would not be coveredby you

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted across the body.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt.In a crash, you would not ha

{CAUTION:Fans or other moving engine parts can injureyou badly. Keep your hands away from movingparts once the engine is running.5. Check that the jum

8. Now connect the black negative (−) cable to thenegative (−) terminal of the good battery. Use aremote negative (−) terminal if the vehicle has one.

Notice:If the jumper cables are connected orremoved in the wrong order, electrical shorting mayoccur and damage the vehicle. The repairs wouldnot be c

Headlamp AimingThe vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aimingsystem. The aim has been preset at the factory andshould need no further adjustmentHowe

To adjust the vertical aim on the headlamps, do thefollowing:1. Open the hood. SeeHood Release on page 5-11for more information.2. Find the aim dot on

8. Turn the vertical aiming screw (A) until theheadlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line.If you turn it clockwise, it will raise the beam and

2. Remove the five screws in the radiator cover.3. Unclip and remove the radiator cover.A hole is provided in the air intake duct so that thebulbs can

3. Remove the wiring harness connector by squeezingthe two tabs on the connector and pulling theconnector down.4. Remove the old bulbby twisting the b

Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplampsand Back-up LampsA. Stoplamp/TaillampB. Back-up LampC. Turn Signal LampTo replace one of these bulbs, do the followin

4. Turn the appropriate bulb socket counterclockwisewhile holding the assembly, to release it from thehousing.5. Remove the bulb from the bulb socket

To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.The belt should go back out of the way.Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of t

Windshield Wiper BladeReplacementWindshield wiper blades should be inspected for wearand cracking. SeeScheduled Maintenance on page 6-4for more inform

TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made bya leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questionsabout your tire warranty and where t

Winter TiresIf you expect to drive on snow or ice covered roads often,you may want to get winter tires for your vehicle. Highperformance tires, like t

Tire Sidewall LabelingUseful information about a tire is molded into itssidewall. The examples below show a typical passengervehicle tire and a compac

(A) Temporary Use Only: The compact spare tire ortemporary use tire has a tread life of approximately3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should not be drivenat

Tire SizeThe following illustration shows an example of a typicalpassenger vehicle tire size.(A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United Statesversion o

Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in which the plies arelaid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to thecenterline of the tread.Cold Inflation Pressu

Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of anasymmetrical tire that has a particular side that facesoutward when mounted on a vehicle. The side of the tiret

Inflation - Tire PressureTires need the correct amount of air pressure to operateeffectively.Notice:Do not let anyone tell you thatunder-inflation or ov

How you load your vehicle affects vehicle handling and ride comfort. When driving with less than the maximum loadcapacity allowed for your vehicle, yo

Safety Belt Use During PregnancySafety belts work for everyone, including pregnantwomen. Like all occupants, they are more likely to beseriously injur

High Speed Operation{CAUTION:Driving at high speeds, 100 mph (160 km/h) orhigher, puts an additional strain on tires.Sustained high-speed driving caus

Tire Inspection and RotationTires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles(8 000 to 13 000 km).Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires

After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front andrear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire andLoading Information label. Make certain that al

Buying New TiresGM has developed and matched specific tires for yourvehicle. The original equipment tires installed onyour vehicle, when it was new, we

Different Size Tires and WheelsIf you add wheels or tires that are a different size thanyour original equipment wheels and tires, this mayaffect the w

TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating based onthe wear rate of the tire when tested under controlledconditions on a specified government

Wheel Alignment and Tire BalanceThe tires and wheels on your vehicle were alignedand balanced carefully at the factory to give you thelongest tire lif

Used Replacement Wheels{CAUTION:Putting a used wheel on your vehicle isdangerous. You cannot know how it has beenused or how far it has been driven. I

If a Tire Goes FlatIt is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving,especially if you maintain your vehicle’s tires properly.If air goes out

Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damageby driving slowly to a level place. Turn on yourhazard warning flashers.{CAU

Lap-Shoulder BeltAll rear seat positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here ishow to wear one properly.1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across

Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsThe equipment you will need to change a flat tire islocated in the trunk.1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on page 2-9for mo

Removing the Flat Tire andInstalling the Spare TireTo remove the wheel nut caps, do the following:1. Remove each wheel nut cap with the wheel nut capt

5. Put the compact spare tire near the flat tire.{CAUTION:Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up isdangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack y

7. Remove all of thewheel nuts.8. Remove the flat tire.{CAUTION:Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts towhich it is fastened, can make the wheel n

10. Install the compact spare tire.{CAUTION:Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. Ifyou do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheelcould fall off, c

Notice:Wheel covers will not fit on your compactspare. If you try to put a wheel cover on the compactspare, you could damage the cover or the spare.Do

Compact Spare TireAlthough the compact spare tire was fully inflated whenthe vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.Check the inflation pressure

Notice:If you use abrasive cleaners when cleaningglass surfaces on your vehicle, you could scratchthe glass and/or cause damage to the integratedradio

Fabric/CarpetUse a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachmentfrequently to remove dust and loose dirt. A canistervacuum with a beater bar in the nozz

Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and OtherPlastic SurfacesA soft cloth dampened with water may be used toremove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary

The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash thisapplies force to the strong pelvic bones. An

WeatherstripsSilicone grease on weatherstrips will make them lastlonger, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Applysilicone grease with a clean cloth

Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and othersalts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, birddroppings, chemicals from industrial ch

Notice:If you drive your vehicle through anautomatic car wash that has silicone carbide tirecleaning brushes, you could damage the aluminumor chrome-p

Underbody MaintenanceChemicals used for ice and snow removal and dustcontrol can collect on the underbody. If these are notremoved, corrosion and rust

Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsDescription UsagePolishing ClothWax-TreatedInterior and exteriorpolishing cloth.Tar and Road OilRemoverRemoves tar, r

Vehicle IdentificationVehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the i

Fuses and Circuit BreakersThe wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected fromshort circuits by fuses, circuit breakers and thermal linksin the wiri

Fuses UsagePOWERSEATSPower Seat ControlsFRONT WIPERWASHERFront Windshield Wiper WasherPARK LAMPS Parking LampsSTOP LAMPS Stop LampsINTERIORILLUM.Inter

Relays UsageACC RELAY Accessory Power OutletIGNITIONRELAYIgnition SwitchPOWERWINDOWRELAYPower WindowsBLOWERINHIBIT RELAYBlowerPARK LAMPSRELAYParking L

Fuses UsageENG CONT.BCMEngine, Body Control ModuleFUEL PUMP Fuel PumpRAD FAN 1 F/L Engine Cooling Fan 1BLOWER F/L Blower FanMAIN F/L MainENGINE F/L En

To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.Rear Safety Belt Comfort GuidesRear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide addedsafety belt

Capacities and SpecificationsThe following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. SeeRecommended Fluids andLubricants on p

Maintenance Schedule ...6-2Introduction ...6-2Maintenance Requireme

Maintenance ScheduleIntroductionImportant: Keep engine oil at the proper level andchange as recommended.Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The

This schedule is for vehicles that:• carry passengers and cargo within recommendedlimits. You will find these limits on the tire andloading information

Scheduled MaintenanceWhen the Service Engine Oil message on the tripcomputer display comes on, it means that service isrequired for your vehicle. SeeT

Scheduled MaintenanceService Maintenance I Maintenance IIChange engine oil and filter. SeeEngine Oil on page 5-13. Reset oil lifesystem. SeeEngine Oil

Additional Required ServicesThe following services should be performed at the first maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles(kilometers)

Maintenance Footnotes(a)Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for properhook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspectdisc brake pads for wear

(g)Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if thevehicle is mainly driven under one or more of theseconditions:−In heavy city traffic where the o

Engine Coolant Level CheckCheck the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL®coolant mixture if necessary. SeeEngine Coolanton page 5-23for further detai

2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elasticcord must be under the belt. Then, place the guideover the belt, and insert the two edges of th

Automatic Transmission Shift LockControl System Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this inspection, thevehicle could move suddenly. If the vehiclemoves,

Parking Brake and AutomaticTransmission Park (P) Mechanism Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this check, your vehiclecould begin to move. You or others

Recommended Fluids andLubricantsFluids and lubricants identified below by name, partnumber, or specification may be obtained fromyour dealer.Usage Fluid

Usage Fluid/LubricantManualTransmissionDEXRON®-III AutomaticTransmission Fluid. Look for“Approved for the H-Specification”on the label.AutomaticTransmi

Normal Maintenance Replacement PartsReplacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your GM dealer.Part G

Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and thetype of services pe

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-162006 - Pontiac GTO Owner Manual

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-172006 - Pontiac GTO Owner Manual

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-182006 - Pontiac GTO Owner Manual

Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2Online Owner Center ...

Safety Warnings and SymbolsThere are a number of safety cautions in this book. Weuse a box and the word CAUTION to tell about thingsthat could hurt yo

{CAUTION:A safety belt that is not properly worn may notprovide the protection needed in a crash. Theperson wearing the belt could be seriouslyinjured

Customer Assistance andInformationCustomer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important toyour dealer and to Pontiac. Normally,

The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court programadministered by the Council of Better BusinessBureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehi

Customer Assistance for TextTelephone (TTY) UsersTo assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, orspeech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTY

Canada — Customer AssistanceGeneral Motors of Canada LimitedCustomer Communication Centre, 163-0051908 Colonel Sam DriveOshawa, Ontario L1H 8P71-800-2

Roadside Assistance ProgramAs the owner of a new Pontiac vehicle, you areautomatically enrolled in the Pontiac RoadsideAssistance program. This value-

While we hope you never have the occasion to use ourservice, it is added security while traveling for youand your family. Remember, we are only a phon

Transportation OptionsWarranty service can generally be completed while youwait. However, if you are unable to wait, GM helpsto minimize your inconven

Courtesy Transportation is available only at participatingdealers and all program options, such as shuttleservice, may not be available at every deale

To read this information, special equipment is neededand access to the vehicle or the device that storesthe data is required. GM will not access infor

Recycled original equipment parts may also be used forrepair. These parts are typically removed from vehiclesthat were total losses in prior accidents

Child RestraintsOlder ChildrenOlder children who have outgrown booster seats shouldwear the vehicle’s safety belts.Q: What is the proper way to wear s

If an Accident OccursHere is what to do if you are involved in an accident.• Try to relax and then check to make sure youare all right. If you are uni

Managing the Vehicle Damage RepairProcessIn the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs,GM recommends that you take an active role in itsrepai

Reporting Safety Defects toGeneral MotorsIn addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) ina situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify

Service BulletinsService Bulletins give technical service informationneeded to knowledgeably service General Motors carsand trucks. Each bulletin cont

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AAccessories and Modifications ... 5-3Accessory Power Outlet(s) ... 3-17Adding Equipment to Your A

BBackglass Antenna ... 3-58Battery ... 5-37Run-Down Prot

Child Restraints (cont.)Securing a Child Restraint in the Right FrontSeat Position ... 1-43Where to Put the Re

DDaytime Running Lamps ... 3-14Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light ... 3-32Defensive Driving ...

FFilterEngine Air Cleaner ... 5-18Finish Damage ... 5-82Flashers, Hazar

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here two children are wearing the same belt.The belt can not properly spread the impactforces. In a crash, the two children can

HHazard Warning Flashers ... 3-6Head Restraints ... 1-4HeadlampAiming ...

LLabeling, Tire Sidewall ... 5-53LampsBattery Run-Down Protection ... 3-16Courtesy ...

Manual TransmissionFluid ... 5-21Operation ...

RRadiator Pressure Cap ... 5-26Radios ... 3-44Care of Your CD

SeatsHead Restraints ... 1-4Manual Lumbar ... 1-2Power Seats ...

TTachometer ... 3-24TaillampsTurn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps ... 5-48Theft-Deterrent, Radio

UUnderstanding Radio Reception ... 3-57Uniform Tire Quality Grading ... 5-64VVehicleControl ...

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part isbehind the child. If the child wears the

Infants and Young ChildrenEveryone in a vehicle needs protection! This includesinfants and all other children. Neither the distancetraveled nor the ag

{CAUTION:Children who are up against, or very close to,any airbag when it inflates can be seriouslyinjured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulderbelts of

Q: What are the different types of add-on childrestraints?A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by thevehicle’s owner, are available in four

{CAUTION:The body structure of a young child is quiteunlike that of an adult or older child, for whomthe safety belts are designed. A young child’ship

A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with theseating surface against the back of the infant. Theharness system holds the infant in place a

A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed toimprove the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Somebooster seats have a shoulder belt positi

Vehicle Damage WarningsAlso, in this manual you will find these notices:Notice:These mean there is something that coulddamage your vehicle.A notice tel

Securing an Add-on Child Restraint inthe Vehicle{CAUTION:A child can be seriously injured or killed in acrash if the child restraint is not properlyse

Securing the Child Within the ChildRestraintThere are several systems for securing the child withinthe child restraint. One system, the three-pointhar

Where to Put the RestraintAccident statistics show that children are safer if they arerestrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We,therefore,

Lower Anchors and Tethers forChildren (LATCH)Your vehicle has the LATCH system. The LATCHsystem holds a child restraint during driving or in acrash. T

Top Tether AnchorA top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraintto the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into thevehicle. The top tethe

Lower Anchor and Top Tether AnchorLocationsi (Top Tether Anchor):Seating positions with toptether anchors.j (Lower Anchor):Seating positions withtwo l

Do not secure a child restraint in the right frontpassenger’s position if a national or local law requiresthat the top tether be attached, or if the i

2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends thatthe top tether be attached, attach the top tether tothe top tether anchor, if equipped. Refer to

3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesafety belt quickly if you ever had to.4. Pull the r

5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten thelap portion of the belt and feed the shou

These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:v2006 - Pontiac GTO Owner Manual

Your vehicle has a right front passenger’s airbag.Neverput a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here is why:{CAUTION:A child in a rear-facing c

5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out ofthe retractor to set the lock.6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull th

Airbag SystemYour vehicle has an airbag for the driver and an airbagfor the right front passenger.Frontal airbags are designed to help reduce the risk

{CAUTION:Airbags inflate with great force, faster than theblink of an eye. If you are too close to aninflating airbag, as you would be if you wereleanin

Where Are the Airbags?The driver’s airbag is in the middle of the steeringwheel.The right front passenger’s airbag is in the instrumentpanel on the pa

{CAUTION:If something is between an occupant and anairbag, the bag might not inflate properly or itmight force the object into that person causingsever

In any particular crash, no one can say whether anairbag should have inflated simply because of thedamage to a vehicle or because of what the repair co

{CAUTION:When an airbag inflates, there is dust in theair. This dust could cause breathing problemsfor people with a history of asthma or otherbreathin

Servicing Your Airbag-EquippedVehicleAirbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced.There are parts of the airbag system in several placesaround y

Restraint System CheckChecking the Restraint SystemsNow and then, make sure the safety belt reminder lightand all your belts, buckles, latch plates, r

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If the LATCH system was being used during a moresevere crash, you may need new LATCH system parts.If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision

Keys ...2-2Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4Remote Keyless Entry Sy

Keys{CAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. Theycould operate the power windows or othercontrols or

The main key can be usedfor the ignition and thedriver’s door lock.There is another key thatlocks and unlocks theglove box.This key can usually be kep

Remote Keyless Entry SystemYour keyless entry system operates on a radiofrequency subject to Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) Rules.This device

Remote Keyless Entry SystemOperationThe buttons on your keyallow you to lock andunlock your doorsor unlock your trunk.When pressing the key buttons, e

UNLOCK: Press this button on the key to unlock thedoors. The turn signal lamps will flash twice, andthe horn will chirp twice, if this unlocking option

Doors and LocksDoor Locks{CAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.• Passengers — especially children — caneasily open the doors and fall out of amovin

To unlock the doors from the outside using the key inthe lock, do the following:1. Insert the key in the driver’s door lock.2. Turn the key counterclo

If both doors are unlocked, press the button to lock thedoors. If both doors are locked, press the button tounlock the doors.If the driver’s door is u

Front Seats ...1-2Power Seats ...1-2Manual Lumbar ..

Trunk LockTo unlock the trunk, press and hold the button with thetrunk symbol on the key. The vehicle must be movingat less than 12 mph (20 km/h) for

There is also a secondary trunk release handle locatedunder the passenger side rear seat head restraint.To access this handle, lift the head restraint

Windows{CAUTION:Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in avehicle with the windows closed is dangerous.They can be overcome by the extreme heatan

Power WindowsUse the switches locatedbetween the seats tooperate the windows.To raise the window, pull the switch up. To lower thewindow, press the sw

Theft-Deterrent SystemsVehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrentfeatures, we know

Content Theft-DeterrentYour vehicle has a theft-deterrent alarm system.Arming the SystemThe alarm system is turned on when the LOCK buttonon the key i

Starting and Operating YourVehicleNew Vehicle Break-InNotice:Your vehicle does not need an elaboratebreak-in. But it will perform better in the long r

The key can only be turned to this position if thevehicle’s automatic transmission is in PARK (P). To helpguard against theft, your vehicle’s engine i

Starting the EngineAutomatic TransmissionMove your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).Your engine will not start in any other position — that isa

Automatic Transmission OperationThere are several differentpositions for your shiftlever. Push in the buttonon top of the shift leverwhen shifting int

Front SeatsPower SeatsThe power seat controls are located on the outboardside of the driver’s and passenger’s seat.The horizontal switch is used to ad

REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up.Notice:Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicleis moving forward could damage the transmission.The repairs wou

FIRST (1): This position gives you even more powerbut lower fuel economy than SECOND (2). You can useit on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. I

NEUTRAL: Use this position when you start or idleyour engine. Your shift lever is in NEUTRAL when it iscentered in the shift pattern, not in any gear.

One to Four Shift Light(Manual Transmission)When this light comes on, you can only shift fromFIRST (1) to FOURTH (4) instead of FIRST (1) toSECOND (2)

Parking BrakeTo set the parking brake, pull up on the parking brakehandle without pressing the release button. If the ignitionis on, the brake system

Leaving Your Vehicle With the EngineRunning (Automatic Transmission){CAUTION:It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle withthe engine running. Your ve

Shifting Out of Park (P)(Automatic Transmission)Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lockcontrol system. You must fully apply your regular

Parking Over Things That Burn{CAUTION:Things that can burn could touch hot exhaustparts under your vehicle and ignite. Do notpark over papers, leaves,

Running the Engine While ParkedIt is better not to park with the engine running. But if youever have to, here are some things to know.{CAUTION:Idling

MirrorsManual Rearview MirrorThe mirror can be adjusted two ways. First, to adjustthe height of the mirror, adjust the arm that connects themirror to

Reclining SeatbacksUse the vertical switch on the outboard side of the seatcushion to recline the seatbacks.Press the top of the switch forward or rea

Storage AreasGlove BoxUse the glovebox key to lock and unlock the glovebox.For security, the main key is designed not to operatethe glovebox lock. See

Vehicle PersonalizationThe vehicle personalization mode enables the driver tocustomize some of the vehicle features using thetrip computer buttons and

Entering Programming ModeThe vehicle programming mode is accessed through theOptions Menu. To access the Options Menu, do oneof the following:• When t

Navigating the MenuTo scroll through the different personalization features,press the MODE button. To change the setting, usethe up or down arrows. To

DIST (Distance) TO ARRIVAL DEFAULTThis option displays only if the DIST TO ARRIVALDISPLAY is set to Yes. The Distance to Arrival, can bereset, when no

CONFIRMATION BEEPSThis option is used to enable or disable the audiosystem confirmation beeps function. This function isexplained further in the audio

AUTO HEADLIGHTS SENSITIVITYThis option is used to adjust the automatic headlightson sensitivity. Use the up or down arrows to adjustthe sensitivity se

DOOR LOCK INDICATIONThis option is used to select the type of indicationprovided to the driver upon locking and unlocking thevehicle’s doors. Use the

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Instrument Panel Overview .........3-4Hazard Warning Flashers .........3-6Other Warning Devices ...