Vehicle Segment:
        
        
            Compact Sports Car / Roadster
        
     
    
        
            Target Audience Manual:
        
        
            DIY Enthusiasts, Independent Repair Shops, Pontiac Solstice Owners
        
     
    
    
        
            Competitors Vehicle:
        
        
            Mazda Miata, Honda S2000, Saturn Sky
        
     
    
        
            Manual Advantage:
        
        
            Licensed OE data provides accuracy and depth unmatched by generic aftermarket manuals
        
     
    
    
        
            Manual Convenience:
        
        
            Instant online access, no physical manual to store or lose
        
     
    
        
            Manual Cost Effectiveness:
        
        
            Saves money on repair shop labor costs
        
     
    
        
            Manual Licensing:
        
        
            Official licensing ensures accuracy and legitimacy
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Primary Coverage:
        
        
            Complete Service and Repair
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostics:
        
        
            Extensive Diagnostic Procedures
        
     
    
        
            Maintenance:
        
        
            Scheduled Maintenance and Routine Service
        
     
    
        
            Repair:
        
        
            Component Replacement and Repair Procedures
        
     
    
        
            Electrical:
        
        
            Wiring Diagrams, Component Testing
        
     
    
        
            Powertrain:
        
        
            Engine, Transmission, Drivetrain
        
     
    
        
            Chassis:
        
        
            Suspension, Steering, Brakes
        
     
    
        
            Body And Frame:
        
        
            Body Panels, Interior Trim, Frame
        
     
    
        
            Heating And Cooling:
        
        
            HVAC System Service
        
     
    
    
        
            Estimated Pages:
        
        
            Thousands (Digital Format)
        
     
    
    
        
            Type:
        
        
            Official Service and Repair Manual Software
        
     
    
        
            Source:
        
        
            Licensed OE (Original Equipment) Materials by RepairSurge
        
     
    
    
    
    
        
            Format:
        
        
            Online Software/Web-Based Access
        
     
    
        
            Access Duration:
        
        
            1 Year Subscription
        
     
    
        
            Device Compatibility:
        
        
            PC, Laptop, Smartphone, Tablet (Web Browser Required)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Mechanical:
        
        
            Engine Assembly, Cylinder Head, Piston Rings, Crankshaft, Camshaft, Timing Systems
        
     
    
        
            Engine Fuel And Emissions:
        
        
            Fuel Injection System, Fuel Pump, Injectors, Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Cooling:
        
        
            Radiator, Water Pump, Thermostat, Coolant Passages
        
     
    
        
            Engine Lubrication:
        
        
            Oil Pan, Oil Pump, Oil Filter, Lubrication Passages
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Manual:
        
        
            Clutch System, Gearbox Internals, Shift Linkage
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Automatic:
        
        
            N/A for most Solstice models, but if equipped, Torque Converter, Valve Body, Planetary Gears
        
     
    
        
            Drivetrain:
        
        
            Driveshaft, Differential, Axles, Wheel Bearings
        
     
    
        
            Steering:
        
        
            Power Steering System, Steering Column, Rack and Pinion
        
     
    
        
            Brakes:
        
        
            Brake System Hydraulics, ABS, Brake Calipers, Rotors, Pads, Lines
        
     
    
        
            Suspension:
        
        
            Front Suspension (Double Wishbone), Rear Suspension (Independent Multilink), Shock Absorbers, Springs, Control Arms
        
     
    
        
            Wheels And Tires:
        
        
            Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Wheel Alignment
        
     
    
        
            Body And Frame:
        
        
            Body Panel Removal/Installation, Door Mechanisms, Convertible Top System (if applicable)
        
     
    
        
            Electrical System:
        
        
            Battery, Charging System, Starting System, Lighting, Fuses, Relays
        
     
    
        
            Instrumentation And Controls:
        
        
            Instrument Cluster, Gauges, Switches
        
     
    
        
            Comfort And Convenience:
        
        
            Power Windows, Power Locks, Mirrors, Seats
        
     
    
        
            Safety Systems:
        
        
            Airbag System, Seat Belt Pretensioners
        
     
    
    
        
            Diagnostics:
        
        
            Troubleshooting Guides, DTC Interpretation, Live Data Analysis
        
     
    
        
            Routine Maintenance:
        
        
            Oil Changes, Filter Replacements, Fluid Checks and Replenishments
        
     
    
        
            Major Repairs:
        
        
            Engine Overhaul, Transmission Rebuild, Suspension Component Replacement
        
     
    
        
            Component Removal Installation:
        
        
            Detailed step-by-step instructions for all major components
        
     
    
        
            Electrical Troubleshooting:
        
        
            Wiring Diagram interpretation, continuity testing, voltage checks
        
     
    
        
            Brake Service:
        
        
            Pad/Rotor Replacement, Bleeding Procedure, ABS Component Service
        
     
    
        
            Suspension And Steering Alignment:
        
        
            Alignment Specifications, Component Adjustment
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostics Software Integration:
        
        
            Information relevant to using scan tools for diagnostics
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth:
        
        
            Comprehensive (From Basic Maintenance to Full Rebuilds)
        
     
    
        
            Detail Level:
        
        
            Factory-Level Detail with Specific Torque Values and Procedures
        
     
    
        
            Illustrations:
        
        
            Likely includes diagrams and illustrations derived from OE materials
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            NHTSA Front Impact Driver:
        
        
            5-Star (for convertible models in 2006, generally similar for 2009)
        
     
    
        
            NHTSA Front Impact Passenger:
        
        
            5-Star (for convertible models in 2006, generally similar for 2009)
        
     
    
        
            IIHS Front Offset:
        
        
            Good (for convertible models in 2006, generally similar for 2009)
        
     
    
    
        
            ABS:
        
        
            Standard Anti-lock Braking System
        
     
    
        
            Traction Control:
        
        
            Standard Traction Control System (TCS)
        
     
    
    
        
            Airbags:
        
        
            Driver and Passenger Frontal Airbags, Side Impact Airbags
        
     
    
        
            Seat Belts:
        
        
            3-Point Height Adjustable Seat Belts with Pretensioners
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Every 7,500 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first (using synthetic oil)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Air Filter:
        
        
            Inspect every 15,000 miles, replace as needed (or per manual recommendation)
        
     
    
        
            Cabin Air Filter:
        
        
            Inspect every 15,000 miles, replace as needed
        
     
    
        
            Spark Plugs:
        
        
            Replace at 100,000 miles (iridium type)
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Manual:
        
        
            Inspect at 15,000 miles, change as needed or per severe service schedule
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Automatic:
        
        
            Change every 45,000 miles (severe service) or 90,000 miles (normal service)
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Replacement:
        
        
            First change at 150,000 miles, then every 60,000 miles thereafter (GM Super Coolant)
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Type:
        
        
            SAE 5W-30 Synthetic (GM dexos1™ or equivalent)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Oil Capacity:
        
        
            Approx. 5 quarts (4.7 Liters) with filter
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Type:
        
        
            GM P/N 12346290 (Blue, Long Life, Dex-Cool Compatible) or equivalent
        
     
    
        
            Brake Fluid Type:
        
        
            DOT 3 (preferred) or DOT 4
        
     
    
    
        
            Common Complaints:
        
        
            Convertible top hydraulic leaks, premature wear of suspension bushings, potential for oil consumption in higher mileage Ecotec engines.
        
     
    
        
            Typical Repairs:
        
        
            Replacement of sway bar links and bushings, power steering pump service, fuel injector cleaning/replacement.