Pontiac 2006 Gto - Manual (Page 15)

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to the original display with a small
TRAC OFF icon on the right side of the
screen. To turn TCS back on, press the
T/C button again. The system will
automatically turn on the next time the
engine is started.
See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.
Fuel
Premium unleaded fuel with an octane
rating of 91 or higher is recommended
for best performance. Using regular or
middle-grade fuel of 87 octane or higher
is permissible, but the vehicle’s acceler-
ation may be slightly reduced. If fuel
with an octane rating of less than 87 is
used, you may hear a heavy knocking
noise that can damage your engine. In
this instance, you should fill the fuel tank
with higher-octane fuel as soon as
possible.
After fueling, ensure that the gas cap
is installed correctly and tightly. If it
is loose or missing, the malfunction
indicator lamp will light steadily. If a
loose gas cap is the cause, a few
driving trips after properly tightening
the gas cap should cause the light to
go out. If the light remains on, have
the vehicle serviced.
See Section 5 of your Owner Manual.
Winter Driving Suggestions
Beware of Wet Ice
When temperatures hover around 32
degrees F (0 degrees C), wet ice can
form on the roadway. Wet ice is formed
at this temperature when freezing rain
begins to fall, and it offers even less
traction than very cold snow or ice. Try
to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and
sand crews can get there.
Winter Driving Techniques
In any low-traction situation, drive with
caution and keep the Traction Control
System (TCS) turned on. Do not use tire
chains — there isn’t enough clearance
(see your Owner Manual for full details).
Prepare for stops sooner than you would
if the road were dry. Allow greater follow-
ing distances between your vehicle and
the vehicle ahead of you, and watch for
slippery spots. Sometimes the surface of
a curve or an overpass/bridge may be
icy when the surrounding roads are
clear. If you see a patch of ice ahead of
you, try to brake before you are on it.
Try not to brake while you are actually
on the ice, and avoid any sudden steer-
ing maneuvers.
If You Become Stuck
If you become stuck in snow, ice, mud
or sand, you may be able to free your
vehicle by rocking it. Turn your steering
wheel left and then right to clear the
path around your front wheels. Turn off
the Traction Control System. Shift back
and forth between reverse and a forward
gear, spinning the wheels as little as
possible. Release the accelerator pedal
while you shift, and press lightly on the
accelerator pedal when the transmission
is in gear. This will cause a rocking
motion that may free your vehicle. See
your Owner Manual for full details.
See Sections 4 and 5 of your Owner Manual.