🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Pontiac Model: Solstice Year: 2007 Generation Generation: First Generation (2006-2010) Codes Vin Prefix: 1G2 👋 Introduction Market Position Vehicle Segment: Compact, rear-wheel drive sports roadster. Competitive Analysis Key Competitors 2007: Mazda MX-5 Miata, Honda S2000 (though S2000 is higher performance), BMW Z4, Audi TT. Key Features Design Philosophy: Affordable, stylish, and fun-to-drive roadster with a focus on driving dynamics and open-air motoring. Platform Sharing: Shared platform with the Opel GT and Saturn Sky, part of GM's Kappa platform. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Manual Coverage Scope: Comprehensive owner's information Page Count Estimated Page Count: 150-200 pages (typical for this model year) Manual Type Manual Type: Owner's Manual Language Language: English Format Digital Format: PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain Systems: Engine operation, lubrication, cooling system, fuel system, exhaust system. Chassis Systems: Brake system, steering system, suspension system, wheel and tire information. Electrical Systems: Lighting systems, instrument cluster, driver information center, audio system, power features, fuses and relays. Body And Interior: Seats, seat belts, airbags, climate control, convertible top operation (if applicable), interior controls, locks, windows. Procedures Included Routine Maintenance: Checking fluid levels (oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer fluid), tire pressure checks, bulb replacement procedures. Operation Procedures: Starting and operating the vehicle, proper use of controls and indicators, convertible top operation, parking procedures. Safety Features Operation: Explanation of airbags, ABS, traction control, seat belt usage, child restraint system installation. Troubleshooting Basic: Information on dashboard warning lights, minor operational issues, recommended actions. Technical Depth Depth Of Coverage: Owner-level understanding of vehicle operation, maintenance, and safety features. Does not include detailed repair procedures or diagnostic codes typically found in service manuals. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: Portable Document Format (PDF) Compatibility: Readable and printable on Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems. Print Quality Print Capability: High-resolution digital copy suitable for printing high-quality pages. Binding Type Binding Type: N/A (Electronic/PDF format) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Electronic/PDF format) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Code: LSJ (for Supercharged model) Engine Displacement Ci: 121.8 cu in Engine Displacement L: 2.0 L Engine Configuration: Inline-4 Engine Aspiration: Supercharged Performance Horsepower Hp: 260 hp @ 5300 rpm (LSJ) Torque Lb Ft: 260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm (LSJ) Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Multi-port Fuel Injection (MPFI) with Supercharger Fuel Type Requirement: Premium Unleaded Gasoline (91 Octane or higher recommended) 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type Standard: 5-speed Manual Optional Transmission Type Optional: 4-speed Automatic Features Clutch Type: Hydraulic Actuated Rear Axle Ratio: 3.73 (Manual), 3.27 (Automatic) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length In: 156.1 in Width In: 68.4 in Height In: 50.5 in Wheelbase In: 95.7 in Ground Clearance In: 4.2 in Interior Passenger Volume Cu Ft: approx. 43 cu ft Cargo Trunk Volume Cu Ft: 5.4 cu ft (with top up) Weights Curb Weight Lbs: 2941 lbs (Manual), 3027 lbs (Automatic) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gvwr Lbs: 3549 lbs 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Frontal Driver Rating: 4 Stars NHTSA Frontal Passenger Rating: 4 Stars IIHS Frontal Offset Rating: Good Active Features Traction Control: Standard (Traction Control System - TCS) Electronic Stability Control: Optional (StabiliTrak) Anti Lock Brakes: Standard (4-wheel ABS) Passive Features Airbags Front: Driver and front passenger airbags Airbags Side: Standard side-impact airbags Seat Belts: 3-point seat belts with pretensioners Rollover Protection: Reinforced windshield frame and pop-up rollover bars 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio System: Standard AM/FM/CD player with auxiliary input. Optional premium Monsoon audio system. Display: Center stack display for audio and climate control. Driver Information Center (DIC) in instrument cluster. Driver Assistance Cruise Control: Standard Keyless Entry: Optional Connectivity Bluetooth: Not available for 2007 model year. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Every 7,500 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first (synthetic oil recommended). Tire Rotation Interval: Every 7,500 miles Engine Coolant Replacement: Initial 150,000 miles, then every 50,000 miles (Dex-Cool coolant specified). Spark Plug Replacement: Refer to manual, typically around 100,000 miles for iridium plugs. Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Type: SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Engine Oil Capacity: 4.5 quarts (with filter) for 2.4L, 5.0 quarts (with filter) for 2.0L Turbo Transmission Fluid Manual: GM Synchromesh Transmission Fluid (or equivalent Dexron III/Mercon) Transmission Fluid Automatic: Dexron VI Automatic Transmission Fluid Brake Fluid Type: DOT 3 Known Issues Common Problems Powertrain: Some reports of supercharger belt issues or failure on early LSJ engines. Clutch wear can be accelerated with aggressive driving. Common Problems Chassis: Potential for suspension component wear due to sporty tuning. Some convertible top mechanism issues reported. Common Problems Electrical: Intermittent electrical gremlins can occur, often related to grounds or sensors. Infotainment system glitches are possible. 📚 Vehicle History Brand Heritage Pontiac Legacy: Pontiac was known for performance-oriented vehicles with a youthful image, often featuring bold styling and powerful engines. Model Evolution Solstice Introduction: The Solstice was introduced for the 2006 model year as a...
Starting and operating the vehicle, proper use of controls and indicators, convertible top operation, parking procedures.
Safety Features Operation:
Explanation of airbags, ABS, traction control, seat belt usage, child restraint system installation.
Troubleshooting Basic:
Information on dashboard warning lights, minor operational issues, recommended actions.
Technical Depth
Depth Of Coverage:
Owner-level understanding of vehicle operation, maintenance, and safety features. Does not include detailed repair procedures or diagnostic codes typically found in service manuals.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Type:
Portable Document Format (PDF)
Compatibility:
Readable and printable on Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems.
Print Quality
Print Capability:
High-resolution digital copy suitable for printing high-quality pages.
Binding Type
Binding Type:
N/A (Electronic/PDF format)
Paper Type
Paper Type:
N/A (Electronic/PDF format)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Code:
LSJ (for Supercharged model)
Engine Displacement Ci:
121.8 cu in
Engine Displacement L:
2.0 L
Engine Configuration:
Inline-4
Engine Aspiration:
Supercharged
Performance
Horsepower Hp:
260 hp @ 5300 rpm (LSJ)
Torque Lb Ft:
260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm (LSJ)
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Multi-port Fuel Injection (MPFI) with Supercharger
Fuel Type Requirement:
Premium Unleaded Gasoline (91 Octane or higher recommended)
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type Standard:
5-speed Manual
Optional
Transmission Type Optional:
4-speed Automatic
Features
Clutch Type:
Hydraulic Actuated
Rear Axle Ratio:
3.73 (Manual), 3.27 (Automatic)
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length In:
156.1 in
Width In:
68.4 in
Height In:
50.5 in
Wheelbase In:
95.7 in
Ground Clearance In:
4.2 in
Interior
Passenger Volume Cu Ft:
approx. 43 cu ft
Cargo
Trunk Volume Cu Ft:
5.4 cu ft (with top up)
Weights
Curb Weight Lbs:
2941 lbs (Manual), 3027 lbs (Automatic)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gvwr Lbs:
3549 lbs
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Frontal Driver Rating:
4 Stars
NHTSA Frontal Passenger Rating:
4 Stars
IIHS Frontal Offset Rating:
Good
Active Features
Traction Control:
Standard (Traction Control System - TCS)
Electronic Stability Control:
Optional (StabiliTrak)
Anti Lock Brakes:
Standard (4-wheel ABS)
Passive Features
Airbags Front:
Driver and front passenger airbags
Airbags Side:
Standard side-impact airbags
Seat Belts:
3-point seat belts with pretensioners
Rollover Protection:
Reinforced windshield frame and pop-up rollover bars
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Standard AM/FM/CD player with auxiliary input. Optional premium Monsoon audio system.
Display:
Center stack display for audio and climate control. Driver Information Center (DIC) in instrument cluster.
Driver Assistance
Cruise Control:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Optional
Connectivity
Bluetooth:
Not available for 2007 model year.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Every 7,500 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first (synthetic oil recommended).
Tire Rotation Interval:
Every 7,500 miles
Engine Coolant Replacement:
Initial 150,000 miles, then every 50,000 miles (Dex-Cool coolant specified).
Spark Plug Replacement:
Refer to manual, typically around 100,000 miles for iridium plugs.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic
Engine Oil Capacity:
4.5 quarts (with filter) for 2.4L, 5.0 quarts (with filter) for 2.0L Turbo