Pontiac 2005 Grand Prix - Manual (Page 127)

The HUD information can be displayed in one of three
languages, English, French, or Spanish. The
speedometer reading and other numerical values can
be displayed in either English or metric units.
The language selection and the units of measurement
are changed through the trip computer in the Driver
Information Center (DIC). See “Options” under
DIC Controls and Displays (Base Level DIC) on
page 3-49 or DIC Controls and Displays (Uplevel DIC
with Trip Computer) on page 3-57.
The HUD information appears as an image focused out
toward the front of the vehicle.
When the ignition key is turned to run, the HUD will
display an introductory message for a short time, until
the HUD has warmed up.
The following indicator lights come on the instrument
panel when activated and will also appear on the HUD:
• Turn Signal Indicators
• High-Beam Indicator Symbol
The HUD will temporarily display CHECK TRIP
COMPUTER when there are messages on the DIC trip
computer.
The HUD will also display the following messages when
these systems, if equipped, are active:
• TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVE
• STABILITY CONTROL ACTIVE
The HUD will temporarily display the TRACTION
CONTROL OFF message when the traction control
system is turned off.
The HUD will temporarily display the CRUISE SET
message when cruise control is activated or cruise
speed is increased.
Notice: If you try to use the HUD image as a parking
aid, you may misjudge the distance and damage your
vehicle. Do not use the HUD image as a parking aid.
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