Pontiac 2006 Solstice User Manual
2006 pontiac solstice owner manual

Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1
............................................... 1-2
.............................................. 1-4
....................................... 1-18
......................................... 1-30
............................ 1-43
Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1
........................................................ 2-2
....................................... 2-7
................................................. 2-11
............................ 2-13
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
.................................................... 2-29
...................................... 2-30
......................................... 2-33
....................................... 2-33
Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1
.......................... 3-4
...................................... 3-17
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
Driver Information Center (DIC)
....................................... 3-45
Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
................................................... 4-34
Service and Appearance Care .......................... 5-1
..................................................... 5-3
......................................................... 5-5
Checking Things Under the Hood
............................................... 5-39
.................................... 5-40
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
...................................................... 5-44
..................................... 5-69
................................. 5-77
...................................... 5-77
Maintenance Schedule ..................................... 6-1
................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance and Information .............. 7-1
Customer Assistance and Information
........................... 7-14
Index ................................................................ 1
2006 Pontiac Solstice Owner Manual
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Document Outline
- 2006 Pontiac Solstice Book TOC
- Seats and Restraint Systems
- Features and Controls
- Keys
- Doors and Locks
- Windows
- Theft-Deterrent Systems
- Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
- New Vehicle Break-In
- Ignition Positions
- Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
- Starting the Engine
- Automatic Transmission Operation
- Manual Transmission Operation
- Parking Brake
- Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transmission)
- Shifting Out of Park (P) (Automatic Transmission)
- Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission)
- Parking Over Things That Burn
- Engine Exhaust
- Running the Engine While Parked
- Mirrors
- OnStar® System
- Storage Areas
- Convertible Top
- Instrument Panel
- Instrument Panel Overview
- Hazard Warning Flashers
- Other Warning Devices
- Horn
- Tilt Wheel
- Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
- Turn and Lane-Change Signals
- Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
- Flash-to-Pass
- Windshield Wipers
- Windshield Washer
- Cruise Control
- Headlamps
- Headlamps on Reminder
- Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
- Fog Lamps
- Instrument Panel Brightness
- Entry/Exit Lighting
- Mirror Reading Lamps
- Battery Run-Down Protection
- Accessory Power Outlet(s)
- Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter
- Climate Controls
- Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
- Instrument Panel Cluster
- Speedometer and Odometer
- Tachometer
- Safety Belt Reminder Light
- Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light
- Airbag Readiness Light
- Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
- Charging System Light
- Brake System Warning Light
- Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
- Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
- Low Coolant Warning Light
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp
- Oil Pressure Light
- Security Light
- Reduced Engine Power Light
- Highbeam On Light
- Service Vehicle Soon Light
- Fuel Gage
- Low Fuel Warning Light
- Driver Information Center (DIC)
- Audio System(s)
- Instrument Panel Overview
- Driving Your Vehicle
- Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
- Defensive Driving
- Drunken Driving
- Control of a Vehicle
- Braking
- Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
- Braking in Emergencies
- Limited-Slip Rear Axle
- Steering
- Off-Road Recovery
- Passing
- Loss of Control
- Driving at Night
- Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
- City Driving
- Freeway Driving
- Before Leaving on a Long Trip
- Highway Hypnosis
- Hill and Mountain Roads
- Winter Driving
- If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
- Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out
- Loading Your Vehicle
- Towing
- Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
- Service and Appearance Care
- Service
- Fuel
- Checking Things Under the Hood
- Hood Release
- Engine Compartment Overview
- Engine Oil
- Engine Oil Life System
- Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
- Automatic Transmission Fluid
- Manual Transmission Fluid
- Hydraulic Clutch
- Engine Coolant
- Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
- Engine Overheating
- Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
- Cooling System
- Power Steering Fluid
- Windshield Washer Fluid
- Brakes
- Battery
- Jump Starting
- Rear Axle
- Bulb Replacement
- Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
- Tires
- Tire Sidewall Labelling
- Tire Terminology and Definitions
- Inflation - Tire Pressure
- Tire Inspection and Rotation
- When It Is Time for New Tires
- Buying New Tires
- Different Size Tires and Wheels
- Uniform Tire Quality Grading
- Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
- Wheel Replacement
- Tire Chains
- If a Tire Goes Flat
- Tire Inflator Kit
- Appearance Care
- Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
- Fabric/Carpet
- Leather
- Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces
- Care of Safety Belts
- Weatherstrips
- Washing Your Vehicle
- Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
- Finish Care
- Windshield and Wiper Blades
- Convertible Top
- Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels
- Tires
- Sheet Metal Damage
- Finish Damage
- Underbody Maintenance
- Chemical Paint Spotting
- Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
- Vehicle Identification
- Electrical System
- Capacities and Specifications
- Maintenance Schedule
- Maintenance Schedule
- Introduction
- Maintenance Requirements
- Your Vehicle and the Environment
- How This Section is Organized
- Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
- Using the Maintenance Schedule
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Part B: Owner Checks and Services
- At Each Fuel Fill
- At Least Once a Month
- At Least Twice a Year
- At Least Once a Year
- Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
- Steering and Suspension Inspection
- Exhaust System Inspection
- Fuel System Inspection
- Engine Cooling System Inspection
- Throttle System Inspection
- Brake System Inspection
- Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
- Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
- Part E: Maintenance Record
- Maintenance Schedule
- Customer Assistance and Information
- Index