My Pontiac G8 A/C

My Pontiac G8 air conditioning
Pontiac G8 Window Fogging
Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly removed
by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The
Defrost/Floor mode can be used to maintain a clear
windshield and provide sufficient heating. If side window
fogging becomes a problem increase blower speed.
Pontiac G8 windows tend to fog on the inside in mild but
rainy or humid weather.

The Pontiac G8 electric Rear Window Defroster Control is
located on the climate control. Press this button to
turn on the rear window defroster. A light above the
button will illuminate when the rear window defroster is
ON. The defroster automatically turns off after approximately
15 minutes of operation for the first push of the
button, and will turn off after approximately 8 minutes
for the second push of the button.

Outside Air Intake
When operating the system, particularly during the winter
months, make sure the air intake, at the right side of
the hood, is free of ice, slush, snow, or other obstructions
such as leaves. Leaves collected in the air-intake plenum
may reduce airflow and plug the plenum water drains.

Pontiac G8 Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions

Slight changes in your Pontiac G8 engine speed or power may be noticed
when the compressor is on. This is a normal occurrence
since the compressor will cycle on and off to maintain
comfort and increase fuel economy.
NOTE: If your air conditioning performance seems
lower than expected, check the front of the A/C condenser
for an accumulation of dirt or insects.

Recirculation Control
Air is recirculated inside the Pontiac G8. You
may choose between Bi-Level and Panel air
outlets while in this mode. Use this mode to
temporarily block out any outside odors,
smoke, or dust and to cool the interior rapidly upon
initial start up in very hot or humid weather.

Pontiac G8 CLIMATE CONTROLS
The Air Conditioning and Heating System is designed to
make you comfortable in all types of weather.

Pontiac G8 Defog Air is directed to the
windshield, floor outlets, and
side window vents. Use this mode
to clear the windows of fog or
moisture and warm the passengers.

Pontiac G8 Defrost Air is directed to
the windshield, with some air
directed to the side window vents.
Use this mode to quickly remove fog
or frost from the windshield.
When defrost is selected, the Pontiac G8 air
conditioning turns on automatically to
improve defrosting performance. In
this mode the air conditioning cannot
be turned off and the recirculation
mode cannot be turned on.

My Pontiac G8 Seat Belts

Questions and Answers About your Pontiac G8 Safety Belts
Q: Will I be trapped in my Pontiac G8 after a crash if I am wearing a
safety belt?
A: You could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But
your chance of being conscious
during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is
much greater if you are belted.
And you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you are upside down.
Q: If my Pontiac G8 has airbags, why should I have to wear safety belts?
A: Airbags are supplemental systems only; so they work with
safety belts—not instead of them. Whether or not an airbag is provided, all occupants still have
to buckle up to get the most
protection. That is true not only in frontal collisions, but especially in
side and other collisions.
Q: If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home,
why should I wear safety belts?
A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in a crash—even
one that is not your fault—you and your passenger(s) can be
hurt. Being a good driver does not
protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. Most Pontiac G8 accidents occur within
25 miles (40 km) of home. And
the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at
speeds of less than 40 mph (65 km/h).
Safety belts are for everyone.
OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS
Some of the most important safety features in your
Pontiac G8 are the restraint systems:
Three-point lap and shoulder belts for all seating positions
Pretensioning and load-limiting retractors for the front seat belts
Advanced multistage driver and new active-vent front passenger airbags
An energy-absorbing steering column and steering wheel
Knee Bolsters/Blockers for front seat occupants Front seat belt retractors incorporate pretensioners to
enhance occupant protection by managing occupant If you will a  feature also can be used to
hold infant and child restraint systems.
In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer
much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled up. You can strike the interior of your Pontiac G8 or other
passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your Pontiac G8 are
buckled up properly.
Pontiac G8 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat.
2. The seat belt latch plate is near the seatback of the
front seats and next to your arm in the rear seats. Grasp
the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go
around your lap.
3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click”.
4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up
on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight,
tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision.

A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will
not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal
injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you.
A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well. In a sudden stop you could move too far forward,
increasing the possibility of injury. Wear your seat belt snugly.
It is extremely dangerous to ride in a Pontiac G8 cargo area, inside or outside
of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or
killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is
not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in
your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly.

I only tow my Pontiac G8 if I have to.

Pontiac G8 Towing and Pull Behind

Towing Your Pontiac G8
To avoid damage, the disabled Pontiac G8 should be towed with all four
wheels off the ground. Consult your Pontiac G8 Dealer/retailer or a professional
towing service if the disabled Pontiac G8 must be towed.

The driver can lose control when pulling a trailer if the correct
equipment is not used or the Pontiac G8 is not driven properly. For
example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well — or
even at all. The driver and passengers could be seriously
injured. The Pontiac G8 may also be damaged; the resulting repairs
would not be covered by the Pontiac G8 warranty. Pull a trailer only
if all the steps in this section have been followed. Ask your
Pontiac G8 Dealer/retailer for advice and information about towing a trailer
with the Pontiac G8.

Your Pontiac G8 can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the proper trailer
towing equipment. To identify the trailering capacity of your Pontiac G8,
Trailering is different than just driving your Pontiac G8 by itself. Trailering means changes in
handling, acceleration, braking, durability and fuel economy.

Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is
an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross
weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle. If you have a lot of options, equipment, passengers, or cargo in your vehicle, it will reduce the tongue weight your vehicle can
carry, which will also reduce the trailer weight your vehicle can tow.
And if you tow a trailer, you must add the tongue load to the
GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight,If you are using a weight-carrying hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 10 to 15 percent of
the total loaded trailer weight (B). After you have loaded your trailer,
weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are
proper. If they are not, you may be able to get them right simply by
moving some items around in the trailer.

Pulling your Pontiac G8
towing the Pontiac G8 may cause damage because of reduced
ground clearance. Always put the Pontiac G8 on a flatbed truck.
The Pontiac G8 was neither designed nor intended to be towed with any of
its wheels on the ground. If the Pontiac G8 must be towed

Pulling your Pontiac G8 is allowed ONLY if the driveshaft is removed. Towing
with the rear wheels on the ground while the driveshaft is connected can
result in severe transmission damage.
Look OUT! If the driveshaft is removed, the Pontiac G8 can roll even if the transmission is in PARK, which could
cause serious injury or death.
The parking brake must be firmly engaged and the wheels chocked
during driveshaft removal and installation. The parking brake must
remain engaged unless the Pontiac G8 is securely and properly connected to
the tow Pontiac G8, or the driveshaft is completely reinstalled. See your
authorized Pontiac G8 Dealer for proper driveshaft removal and reinstallation
procedures, including flange orientation/alignment, use of
thread-locking compound, proper bolt torque specifications, etc.

BRAKE/TRANSMISSION INTERLOCK MANUAL OVERRIDE
• Your Pontiac G8 may be equipped with a shift lockmanual override.
• The manual override may be used in the event that the shift lever should
fail to move from PARK with the Key Fob in the ON position and the brake
pedal pressed.
• To operate the shift lockmanual override, perform the following steps:
• Turn the Key Fob to the ON position but do not start the engine.
• Firmly set the parking brake.
• Using a flat-bladed screwdriver, carefully remove the shift lock
manual override cover which is
located on the PRNDL bezel.
• Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.
• Using the screwdriver, reach into the manual override opening.
Press and hold the shift lock lever down.
• Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position and start the Pontiac G8.
• Reinstall the override cover.
• Have your Pontiac G8 inspected by your local authorized Pontiac G8 Dealer if the shift
lockmanual override has been used.

And be carful with your Pontiac G8!