The 1997 Pontiac Firebird Owner’s Manual 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains “SRS” thesystem. 2-1 Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your Pontiac. 3-1 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system.
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How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to endwhen they first receive theirnew vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work togetherto explain things quickly. Index A good place to look for wh,atyou need is the Index in the backof the manual.It’s an alphabetical listof all that’s in the manual,and the page number where you’ll find it.
Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this bookyou will findthesenotices: In the notice area, we tell YOU about something that lean damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not becovered by your warranty, anditcouldbe costly. But the notice will tellyou what t’odo to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. and NOTICE warningsin different colors or in different words.
Vehicle Symbols These aresome of the symbols you may find on your vehicle.
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v Section 1 SeatsandRestraintSystems Here you’ll find information about the seatsyour in Pontiac andhow to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things youshould not do with air bags and safety belts.
Seats and Seat Controls This section tellsyou about the seats-- how to adjust them and also about reclining front s’eatbacks, seatback latches and the folding rearseatback. M-rual Front +at You can lose controlof the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you,or make you push a pedal when you don’t want to.
4-Way Manual Seat 6-Way Power Seat (If Equipped) There are two levers at the front of the seat. The left lever adjusts the seat forward and back. The right lever adjusts the angleof the frontof the seat. side. The driver’s seat has three controls on the left A. The front control makes the front of the seat goUP and down. To adjust the seats forward and rearward, lift the lever under the left frontof the seat. Slide the seat to where you want it.
Fully Articulating Sport Seat (If Equipped) If your Pontiac hasthese seats, the driver’s seat has the four-way manual seatadjuster. See “4-Way Manual Seat” earlierin this part. The passenger seat has thetwo way manual seat adjuster.See “Manual Front Seat” earlier in this part. and deflate the The two buttons without dot inflate lumbar (lower back area of the seatback) support.To inflate, press the raised button. To deflate, pressthe indented button.
If you have fullyarticulating sport seats, yourrecliner lever looks likethis. But don’t havea seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. I /r\ CAC J O N : Sitting in a reclined position whenyour vehicle is in motion can be dangerous.
rup,your safety beltscan’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt can’t do its job either. In a crash the belt couldgo up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. For proper protection whenthe vehicle isin motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly.
Folding Rear Seatback Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This partof the manual tellsyou how to use safety belts properly. It also tellsyou some thingsyou should notdo with safety belts. And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), or air bag system. Don’t letanyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly.If you are in a crash and you’re not wearing a safety belt,your injuries can be much worse.
I I It is extremelydangerous to ride in a 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 peopleto ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts,Be sure everyone in your vehicle is ina seat and using a 1-8 You never knowif you’ll be in a crash. If you do havea crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one.
Why Safety BeltsWork I When you ride in or on mydung, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels.
Get it up to speed. Then stop thevehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. 1-10 The person keeps goinguntil stopped by something. In a real vehicle,it could be the windshield ...
or the instrument Dane1 ... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down asthe vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over moredistance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense.
Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers QZ Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident ifI’m wearing a safety belt? A: You could be -- whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. Butyou can unbucklea safety belt, even if you’re upside down.And your chanceof being conscious during and after anaccident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your Pontiac, see the part of this manual called “Children.” Follow those rules for everyone’s protection. First, you’ll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has. We’ll start with the driver position.
If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle the belt. Pull up on the latch plateto make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see“Safety Belt Extender” at the endof this section. Make sure the releasebutton on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-14 5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulderbelt.
The lap part of the belt should worn be low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’dbe less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it,the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause seriousor even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able totake belt restraining forces. The safety belt locksif there’s a sudden stop or crash.
@ What’s wrong with this? You can beseriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. Ina crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
&.' What's wrong with this? You can be seriouslyinjured if your belt is buckled in thewrong place like this.In a crash, the belt would goup over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.
@ What’s wrong with this? You can be seriouslyinjured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move toofar forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strong as shoulder bones. You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen. A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times.
Q: What’s wrong with this? In You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. a crash, you wouldn’t have thefull width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a beltis twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealerto fix it. A: The belt is twisted across the body.
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy I Safety belts work for everyone, includingpregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely tobe seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts. To unlatch the belt, just push thebutton on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be surethe belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
The best way to protect the fetusis to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective iswearing them properly. Right Front Passenger Position The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt. See “Driver Position,” earlier in this section.
Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too closeto an inflating air bag, it could seriouslyinjure you. Safety belts help keep you in position beforeand during a crash. Always wearyour safety belt,even with air bags. The drivershould sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle. There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. AIR BAG L J The system checks the air bag electrical system.
How the Air Bag System Works I" The right front passenger's air bag is the in instrument panel on the passenger's side. Where are the air bags? The driver's air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel.
it canbe somewhat above or below this range. If your vehicle strikes something that will move ordeform, such as a parked car, the threshold level will be higher. The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers, side impacts or rear impacts, because inflation would not help the occupant. Don’t attach anythingto, or put anything between, an occupant and an air bag. If something is between an occupant and an air bag, it might the bag might not inflate properly or force the object intoyou and cause injury.
How does an air bag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. Air bags supplementthe protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the forceof the impact more evenly over the occupant’s upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually.
Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information about the air bag system. The module records information about the readiness of the system, when the sensorsare activated and driver’s safety belt usage at deployment, Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag system. Improper service canmean that your air bag system won’t work properly. See your dealer for service.
Rear Seat Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statisticsshow that unbelted peoplein the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle ina crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts. n Lap-Shoulder Belt The rear seats have lap-shoulderbelts. Here’s how to wear one properly. 1.
If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep gulling until you can buckle it. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it issecur’e. If the belt is not long enough, see“Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle ispositioned so you would be ableto unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-28 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part.
likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.This could cause serious or even fatalinjuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or a crash. On convertible models, the safety belt also locks if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor.
Children Everyone ina vehicle needsprotection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, the law in every statein the United Statesand in every Canadian provincesays children upto some age must be restrained while in a vehicle. Smaller Children and Babies To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. 1-30 Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint.
heavy you can’t hold it. For example, ina crash at only 25 mph (40 kmh), a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. (110 kg) forceon your arms. The baby would be almost impossible to hold. Secure the baby in an infant restraint. Never holda baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much until a crash.
Child Restraints Be surethe child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraintitself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle, but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to kelp reduce thechancleof personal injury.
Top Strap - - The place wherethe anchor has to go is quite close to your fuel tank. If the anchor isn’t installed correctly, it can make a hole inthe fuel tank either then, or in a later collision. Gasoline couldleak out and be ignited,and people in the vehicle or outside it could bebadly burned. Don’t install the anchoryourself unless you know you can do itcorrectly. -- Far cars first sold in Canada, child restraints with a top strap must be anchored according to Canadian law.
Securing a Child Restraint ina Rear Seat Position You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about thetop strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 2. Secure the childin the child restraint as the instructions say. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt throughor around the restraint.The child restraint instructions will show you how. 1-34 4.
5. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quicklyif you ever had to. 6. To tighten the belt, pullup on the shoulder beltwhile you push down on the child restraint. 7 . Push and pull the child restraintin different directions to be sureit is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt and let go it back all theway.
Securing a Child Restraint in theRight Front Seat Position . , You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag, always move the seat as far backas it will go before securing a forward-facing child restraint. (See “Se,ats”in the Index.) 2. Put the restraint on the seat, Follow the instructions for the child restraint. U Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag.
I* 5 . Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint. 6. Buckle the belt. Make sure the releasebutton is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Larger Children 7. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. 8. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sureit is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freelyagain and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. 1-38 Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety belts.
Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread theimpact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only oneperson at a time.
A CAUTIQN Never do this. Here a child issitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is b’ehind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen.That could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. Whenyou go in to order it, take the heaviest coatyou will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you. The extender will be just for you, and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose. Don’t let someone else useit, and use it only for the seat it is made to fit.
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Section 2 Features and Controls ~~ ~ ~ Here you can learn about themany standard and optional featureson your Pontiac, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel andthe warning systems that tellyou if everything is working properly -- and what to doif you have a problem.
Keys Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition keyis dangerous for many reasons. A child or otherscould be badly injured or even killed. They could operate power windows or other controls or evenmake the vehicle move. If they turned theignition to ON and moved the shift lever out of PARK (a),that would release the parking brake. Don't leave the keys in a vehicle with young children.
The ignition keys are for the ignition only. The ignition keys don’t have plugs. Instead they have bar-coded key tags. These tags may be removed by your dealer or even beforethe vehicle is delivered to your dealer. Each plug has a code onit that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extradoor keys. Keep the plugs in a safe place.If you lose yourdoor keys, you’ll be able to have new ones madeusing these plugs. The door keys are for the doors and all other locks.
Door Locks A CAUTION: Unlocked doors canbe dangerous. Passengers especially children can easily open the doors andfall out. Whena door is locked, the inside handle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter throughan unlocked door when you slow downor stopyour vehicle. This may not be so obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle ina crash if the doorsaren’t locked. Wear safety belts properly, lockyour doors, and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle.
Power Door Locks (If Equipped) Push the power door lock switch to lock or unlock both doorsat once. When the power door lock switch is pressed, a chime will sound three times, indicatingthat Last Door Closed Locking hasbeen activated. Pressing theLOCK switch again will lock the doors immediately. Pressing the UNLOCK switch will cancela previously requested Last Door Closed Locking. This featureis shipped from the factory in the off position.
Remote Keyless Entry System Your Remote Keyless Entry System operateson a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry and Science Canada. I 3-Button Fob 4-Button Fob If your vehicle bas this opti'on, you can lock; and unlock your doors orunlock your hatch up from about 3 feet (1 m) to about 30 feet (9 m) using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle. 2-6 This devicecomplies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation AlarmRanic Mode The driver’s door will unlock automatically when UNLOCK is pressed. If UNLOCK is pressed again within five seconds,the passenger door willalso unlock. All doors will lock when LOCK is pressed. If your vehicle is equipped with the Vehicle and Content The hatch will unlock when the button with the trunk symbol is pressed twice within fiveseconds, as long as the ignition is turned to theOFF position.
0 0 Check thelocation. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.Take a few steps to the right or left. You may have to synchronize your transmitter to the receiver in your vehicle.See instructions for synchronization. You may have to match the transmitters to your vehicle. See instructions. 0 If none of the above apply, see your dealer or qualified technician for service. Synchronization Synchronization may be necessary due to the security metho’d usedby the Remote Keyless Entry system.
Have each transmitter you intend to matchready for the next steps. To match transmitters to yourvehicle: 1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position then to the OFF position. This will disarm theVehicle and Content Theft-Deterrent System(if your vehicle has this option). 2. Remove the RADIO fuse. This fuseis located in the main fuse block, located on theleft side of your instrument panel. See “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index.
NOTICE: When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter. To replace the batteryin the key chain transmitter: 1. Carefully pry off the cover by inserting a dime (or similar object) in a slot between the covers and twist, 2. Lift off the back cover. 3. Remove and repla’cethe battery. Use one battery, type CR2032, or a sirnilar type. Put thenew battery in printed side down. 4. Replace the back cov’er.
Hatch Release Remote Hatch Release(If Equipped) Your door key opens the hatch.If your vehicle has the Vehicle and Content Theft-Deterrent System and the system is armed,opening the hatch this way will trigger the alarm. First disarm the system or use the Remote Lock Control transmitter to open the hatch. Press the switchunder the Main LampControl to unlock the hatch from inside your vehicle.If you have an automatic transmission, your shift levermust be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) to use the switch.
NOTICE: If you put thingsin the hatchback area,be sure you close it. they won’t break the glass when Never slam thehatch down. You could break the glass or damage the defoggergrid (if equipped). the driver’s door, When you park your Pontia’c and open you’ll heara chime remindingyou to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. Alwaysdo this. Your steering wheel willbe locked, and so will your ignition. If you have an automatic transmission, taking your key out also locks your transmission.
If your vehicle has this option, it has a theft-deterrent alarm system. Once armed, the system will sound the horn and flash the parking lamps if the vehicle is broken into. Shock Sensor The shock sensor is what triggers the alarm when it detects ablow to your vehicle. It is located over the right rear wheelhousenear the sparetire in the hatch area.
Arming the System Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Locking The alarm system can be armed to detect break-ins by locking your vehicle using the key chain transmitter or by locking the doors with the power door lock switch. If all the doorsare closed, locking the vehiclewith the transmitter will immediately arm the system. The horn will chirp twice and the parking lamps will flash, confirming that the system is armed.
Passive Arming Turning Off the Alarm If the ignition was just turned off and a door was opened, the system will arm six seconds after all doors are closed, whether or not you lock them. In all other cases, the system will wait 30 seconds after all doors are closed before arming, allowing you time to get into the vehicle and put the key in theignition. The parking lamps will flash when the system arms. Passive arming is not enabled from thefactory.
PASS-Key’ I1 Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key 11 (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key I1 is a passive theft-deterrent system. It works when you insert os remove the key from the ignition. PASS-Key I1 uses a resistor pelletin the ignition key that matches a decoder in your vehicle. 2-16 When thePASS-Key I1 system senses that someoneis using the wrong key, it shuts down thevehicle’s starter and fuel systems.
Clean and dry the key. Wait about three minutes and try again. The SECURITY lightmay remain on during this time. If the starter still won’t work, and the key appears to be clean and dry, wait about three minutes and try another ignition key. At this time, you may also want to check the fuses (see“Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index). If the starter won’t work with the other key, your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle do’esstart, the first ignition key may be faulty.
To program features, your vehicle must be in the programming mode. Follow these steps: 1. Put your key in theignition. 2. Turn the ignition to theRUN pos’itionto disarm the Vehicle and ContentTheft-Deterrent System. 3. Turn the ignition to the OFF position. 4. Remove the RADIO fuse. This fuse is in the main fuse block, located on the left side of your instrument panel. See “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index. 5.
Last Door Closed Locking and Lockout Prevention Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 2. This means that your power door locks will not lock when the keys are in the ignition and a door is open. To change the factory setting, do the following: 1. Press the LOCK switch on the door. 2. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is set for. 3.
Mode 1: All Off (The headlamps will not flash and the horn will not sound to provide you feedback that a lock/ud~&command hasbeen received by the Remote Lock Control transmitter). Mode 2: Horn and LampdLamps (Your horn will sound briefly and your parking lampswill flash when you press LOCK on thekey chain transmitter. Only your parking lamps will flash when you press UNLOCK). Mode 3: Horn and Lamps (Your horn will sound briefly and your parking lamps willflash every time you push LOCK and UNLOCK).
Theft-Deterrent Arming Verification Mode 1: All Off (No horn chirps or parking lamp flash). Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 3. This means that if you arm the system using the key chain transmitter, your parking lamps will flash and your horn will chirp twice to verify that the system is armed. If it only chirps once, the hatch is open or unlatched. If you arm the system using either the power door lock switch or by passive arming, only the parking lamps will flash for verification.
Driver’s Door Alarm Delay and Shock Sensor Enable Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 4. This means that if you open the driver’s door using your key, the alarmwill not sound for eight seconds. Also the shock sensor, able to detect sharp blows to your vehicle, is active. To change the factory setting, do the following: 1. Turn the parking lamps on and off, 2. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is set for. 3.
Ignition Switch New Vehicle “Break-In” C NOTICE: I Your modern Pontiac doesn’t needan elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better inthe long run if you followthese guidelines: a Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 kmh) or less for the first500 miles (805 km). a Don’t drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts. -- -- D A E Avoid making hard stops forthe first 200 miles (322 km) or so.
If you have an automatic transmission, the ignition switch can’t be turned to LOCK unless the shift lever is in the PARK (P) position. OFF (C): Unlocks the steering wheel, ignition and automatic transmission, but doesnot send electrical power to any accessories. Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed. A warning tone will sound if you open the driver’s door when the ignition is in OFF and the key is in the ignition.
NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and rightwhile youturn the key hard. But turn the key only withyour hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch.If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service. Starting Your Engine Automatic Transmission Move your snm lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
Manual Transmission The gear selector should bein NEUTRAL (N). Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine. Your vehicle won’t start if the clutch pedalis not all the way down -- that’s a safetyfeature. 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed willgo down as your engine gets warm. NOTICE: 3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), pushing it could be flooded with too much gasoline.
Engine Coolant Heater(If Equipped) 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. Plugging the cord intoan ungrounded outlet could causean electrical shock.Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire.You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cordwon't reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.
Automatic Transmission Operation There are several different positions for your shift lever. 2-28 PARK (a):This locks your rear wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your enginebecause your vehicle can’t move easily, It is dangerous to getout of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully inPARK (P) with the parking brakefirmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engineis running unless you have to.
Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Your Pontiac has a Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in theRUN position. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever -- push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) and also release the shift lever button on floor shift console models as you maintain brake application.
AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (0): This position is for normal driving.If you need more power for passing, and you’re: - Going less than about 35 mph (56 kdln), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and 0n.
FIRST (1): This position (if equipped) gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy)than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the selector lever is put in first gear, the transmission won’t shift into FIRST (1) until the vehicle is going slowly enough. Second-Gear Start(If Equipped) (3800 Engine) NOTICE: If your rear wheels can’t rotate, don’t try to drive. Thismight happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object.
This featureis for improved traction only ,when the road surface is slippery and is not intended for continuous use or when the vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, ice, snow or gravel. Always use NORMAL for normal road conditions. You may press the 2ND GEAR START switch again to turn off this feature. The light on the switch will go out. Whenever you start your vehicle, the transmission is in the NORMAL mode. Manual Transmission 5-Speed 1 2 2-32 3 4 5 R This isyour shift pattern.
REVERSE (R): To back up, press down the clutch pedal and shift into REVERSE (R). Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal. 1 3 5 NOTICE: Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving could damage your transmission. Also, use REVERSE (R), alongwith the parking brake, for parking your vehicle. This isyour shift pattern.Here’s how to operate your transmission: FIRST (1): Press the clutch and shift into FIRST (1).
SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedalas you press the accelerator pedal. THIRD (3), FOURTH (4), FIFTH (5) and SIXTH (6): Shift into THIRD(3), FOURTH (4), FIFTH ( 5 ) and SIXTH (4) the same way you do for SECOND (2). Slowly letup on the clutch pedalas you press the accelerator pedal. To Stop, let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal.
Skip Shift SKIP SHIFT When this light comes on, you can only shift from FIRST (1) tQ FOURTH '(4) gear instead of FIRST (1) to SECOND (2) gear. This helps you to get the best possible fuel economy. When this light is on, the gear shift lever will let you shift from FIRST (1) to FOURTH (4) gear only. Once you are in FOURTH (4) gear, you can press the clutch again and shift into another gear. Follow the shift speeds in thischart when the SKIP SHIFT lightis on.
If your speed drops below 20 mph (30 km/h), or if the engine is not running smoothly, you should downshiftto the next lower gear. You may have to downshifttwo or more gears tokeep the engine running smoothlyor for good performance. Shift Speeds Limited-Slip Rear Axle If pull skip more thanone gear waienyou downshift, you could lose control of your vehicle. And you could injure yourselfor others. Don’t shift fromSIXTH (6) to THIRD (3), or FIFTH (5: to SECOND (2) or FOURTH (4) to FIRST (1).
Parking Brake To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down and pull up onthe parking brake lever. If the ignition is on, the brake systemwarning light will come on. To release the parking brake,hold the brakepedal down. Pull the parking brake lever up until you can push in the release button. Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down.
I NOTICE: Driving withthe parking brakeon can cause your rear brakes tooverheat. You may have to replace them, and you could alsodamage other parts of your vehicle. If you are towing a trailer and are parlung on any hill, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailerfrom moving.
Leaving YourVehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission Models Only) Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle withthe engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever isnot fully in PARK (P) with the parking brakefirmly set. And,if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire. You or others could be injured.
Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission) If you areparking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much forceon the parking pawl in the transmission. You may find itdifficult to pull the shift lever outof PARK (P). Thisis called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set theparking brake andthen shift into PARK (P) properly beforeyou leave the driver’s seat. To find out how, see “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in the Index.
Engine Exhaust Parking Over Things That Burn ........... rn .......... ........... A CAUTION: I Things that can burn could touchhot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’tpark over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. I Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO),which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousnessand death. You might have exhaust coming in if: 0 Your exhaust system sounds strange or different.
Running Your Engine While You’re Parked (Automatic Transmission) It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you er have to, here are some things.. .fl,.:?=....v,> tg kngw,. ,:+:-., ,..>?pd; i::, y . Idling the engine with the air system control off could allowdangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see theearlier Caution under <‘Engine Exhaustss), Also, idling in a closed-in placecan let deadly carbon monoxide (CU) into yourvehicle even if the fan switch is at the highest setting.
Windows Manual Windows Rotate the window crank handle to open and close each door window. Power Windows (If Equipped) You can open the passenger’s window any amount by pressing the switch and releasing itwhen the window has lowered to the position you want. The switch for the driver’s window has an express-down feature. Quickly press and release the switch for the driver’s window and the window will lower completely.
Tilt Steering Wheel Thrn SignaVMultifunction Lever A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust thesteering wheel before you drive. The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your: You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold the steeringwheel and pull the lever. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release thelever to lock the wheelin place.
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has twoupward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. Thesepositions allow you to signal aturn or a lanechange. To signal a turn, move the,lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. An arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change.
Windshield Wipers You can set the wiper speed for a long or shortdelay between wipes. This can bevery useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time. The closer to LO, the shorter the delay. For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band away from you to the LO position, Forhigh-speed wiping, turn the band further, to HI, To stop the wipers, move the band to OFF. Damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely.
Cruise Control Windshield Washer At the top of the turn signal lever, there’s a paddle with the word PUSH on it. To spray washer fluid onthe windshield, just push the paddle for less than a second. The washer will continue to spray until you release the paddle. The wipers will clear the window and wipe a few more times before stopping or returning to the previous setting. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index. n freezing weather, don’t I :your was1 r until the windshieldis warmed.
Setting Cruise Control ~ 0 Cruise control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control ‘canbe dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire tractioncan cause needless wheel spinning, and you cauld lose control. Don’t use cruise control on slippery roads.
1. Move the cruise control switch toON. 2. Get up to the speedyou want. 3. Push in theSET button at theend of the lever and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control aatdesired speed and thenapply the brake or clutch pedal. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. Butyou don't need to reset it.
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are twoways to go to a higher speed: Use the acceleratorpedal to get to the higher speed. 0 Push the button at the end of the lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed. To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch to WA for less than half a second and then release it. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 rnph (1.6 kmh) faster. rn Move the cruiseswitch from ON to WA.
Lamps II -,'Q This setting turns on your headlamps and other operating lamps. 0 pi This setting turns on your parking lamps without your headlamps. Turn the knob to OFF to turn off the lamps. Headlamps On Reminder If you turn the ignition off and leavethe lamps on, you will hear a chime lasting up to 5 seconds. If the lamps are still on when you open the driver's door, the chime will sound again.
Headlamp Doors The headlamp doors shouldbe open when driving in icy or snowy conditions to prevent the doors from freezing closed and when washing the vehicle to help clean the headlamps. You can open the headlamp doors manually: 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the plastic cover from the retractor motor knob. 3. Turn the retractor motor knob counterclockwise until the headlamp dooris fully open. The knob will get harder to turn when the headlamp dooris all the way up. 4.
Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to seethe front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. In Canada, a light sensor on top of the instrument panel automatically turns the headlamps on, so be sure it isn’t covered.
Interior Lamps 3. Press any button on your Remote. Lock Control transmitter. Instrument Panel Brightness Control 4. Turn the int’eriorlamp switch fromoff to on. This switch controls the brightness of your instrument panel lights. Turn the switch upward to brighten or dim the lights, If you turn the switch all the way up, your courtesy lampswill come on. Courtesy Lamps When any door is opened, severalinterior lamps go on. These lamps are courtesy lamps.
Front Map Lamps Retained Accessory Power(RAP) Your vehicle is equipped with a Retained Accessory Power (RAP) feature which will allow certain features of your vehicle to continue to work up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned toOFF. Your convertible top, power windows, and audio system will work when the ignition key is in theRUN or ACC positions. Once thekey is turned fromRUN to OFF, these features will continue to work for up to 10 minutes or until either door is opened.
Mirrors Outside Manual AdjustableMirror Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror Adjust the passengefs side outside mirror by hand so that you can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable drivingposition. i Manual Remote Control Mirror Adjust the driver’s side outside mirror with the lever on the door. Adjust the mirror so that you just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position. An inside rearview mirror is attached to your windshield.
Power Remote Control Mirror(If Equipped) Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. ~~~~~~ ~ ~ A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. into the right lane, you If you cut too sharply could hita vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirroror glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. The power mirror control is on the driver’s door.
Storage Compartments Close-Out Panel Glove Box To open the glove box, lift up on the lev'er. Use your door key to lock and unlock it, The glove b'ox has a lamp inside. Front Console To use the storage are'a, push the tab andpull up on the front end of the console. There is a cupholder on the console, The console will also have a storage area. Cassette and CompactDisc Storage If you have a compact disc player, the console can be used for storing your compact discs.
Ashtray and Lighter Lift up the cover to open the ashtray. To remove it, lift up on either side of the ashtray. If you have an automatic transmission, the ashtray is near the front of your console. If you have a manual transmission, the ashtray is near your cupholder. I NOTICE: Don’t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtray. If you do, cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire, When carrying largeor heavy items, it isa good idea to causing damage.
I NOTICE: Don? hold a cigarette lighterin with your hand while itis heating. If you do, it won9tbe able to back awayfrom the heating element when it’s ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the lighter and the heating element. Sun Visors \ \ If you plug accessories intoyour cigarette lighter, such as heating devices or air ~ompressors,these accessories should have a rated current of less than 15 amps. Exceeding this limitwill result in ablown fuse. To block out glare,YOU can swing down the visors.
Accessory Plug This plug is located inside the frontsection ahead of the shift leverin the console.The plug can be used to connect electrical equipment such as a cellular phoneor CB radio. Be sureto follow the installation instructions included with the equipment. The plug has three separate wires: The orange wire connects to the battery. The pink wire connects to the ignition. Power is only available in RUN.
The door key unlocks the panels. The lock is over the front door window. Turn the key to the leftto unlock the panel. 2-62 Then push on the release handle to unlatch the panel. Lift the outer edge of the panel and pull it toward you. Then carry the panelto the rear of the vehicle for storage.
If the T-top panelis not stored properly, it could be thrown about the vehicle ina crash or sudden maneuver. People in the vehicle could be injured. in the vehicle, Whenever you store the roof panel always be sure thatit is stored securelyin the correct storage slot with the T-top handle closed. Open the close-out panel completely. Place the panel in the correct slot (DRIVER) or (PASSENGER) in therear area of your vehicle. Make surethe handle isopen and facing you when you put it in the storage slot.
An improperly ins'talled panel may fall into or fly off the vehicle. You or others could be injured. After installing a T-top panel, always checkthat it is firmly attached by pushing up on the underside of the panel. NOTICE: Push the handle closedto secure the panelin the slot.To lock e'ach panel inthe storage area, use your door key. 2-64 ~ ~ High pressure car washes maycause water to enter your vehicle. Never spray water directly at the roof panel joints. This will cause leaks.
Reverse the steps to remove the T-top panels from storage. t NOTICE: 1. When installing the panelsto the roof, keep the outboard edgeof the panelraised about 3 inches above the roof while placing the inboard edgeof the panel under the centerroof rail. 2. After the inboard edge of the panel is in position under the center roof rail, lower the outboard edge of the panel into position, close the latchand lock the T-top.
T-Top Sunshades i 1, Start with the panel markedDRIVER FRONT. Unlatch the driver’s side T-top, raise it halfway and close the latch handle. 2. With the top raised and resting onthe center roof rail, slide the flat edge of the sunshadepanel (with the vinyl side to the glass)between the glass and plastic trim, making sure the edge marked DRIVER FRONT is pointing to the frontof the vehicle. 2-66 3. Open the latch and close theT-top.
5. Pull the sunshade back a little and remove the backing paper fromthe Velcro buttons. Push the sunshade back into place,sticking the Velcro to the glass. 6. InstalltheT-top,close the latchandlockthe T-top. Repeat the above steps for the passenger-side sunshade. You can store the sunshades twodifferent ways: When the T-tops are in use, store the sunshades in their storage area in the rearof the vehicle, and make sure the close-out panel is in its closed, upright position.
Convertible Top The following procedures explain the proper operation of your convertible top. Lowering Your Convertible Top NOTICE: Don't leave your convertible out with the top down for any long periods 'of time. The sun and the rain can damage your seat material and other things inside your vehicle. 1. Park on a level surface. Set the parking brake firmly, shift an automatic transmission into PARK (PIor a manual transmission into REVERSE (R). The ignition must be in the ACC or RUN position.
~~~~ Manual Transmission I NOTICE: Before lowering the convertible top into the storage area, be sure there are no objects in the way of thefolded, stored top. The weight of a stored topon items in the storage area will cause to break. the convertible top back glass 2. Unlock the front of the convertibletop by pushing on the smaller part of the latch, then pulling downon the larger part of the latch. Be sure the hook onthe latch that attaches into thehole at the windshield releases.
Installing the Boot Cover After lowering the convertible top, you may want to install the boot cover, Thethree-piece boot cover is stored in a bag in the trunk. 3. Install the middle section of the cover by sliding the tabs into the slots on the right side cover. Lower the cover and engage thelatch. 4. Close the trunk. 1. Open the trunk and remove the two side covers from the storage bag. 2. Install the two side coversby engaging the tab into the front seatbelt cover. Lower the covers onto the vehicle.
Raising Your Convertible Top 1. Park on a level surface. Set the parking brake firrnly. If you have an automatic transmission, shift into PARK (P). If you have a manual transmission,shift into REVERSE (R). The ignition must be in theACC or RUN position or RAP must be on. Lower both sun visors. Lower both windows at least3 inches (8 cm). If the boot cover isin place, it must be removed first. 3. Remove the two side pieces of the boot cover by lifting the rear cover and sliding them outof their slots. 2.
~~~ Manual Automatic 7lkansmission Transmission ~ 5 , Push and hold the top of the convertible top switch. 4. Store eachpiece of the cover in its separate compartment in the storagebag. Store in the trunk and close the hatch.
6. Pull down on the center opening and align the hooks with the holes.Push forward on the larger part of the latch until it clicks. Do not forcethe latch. If it is hard to lock,the top is not properly aligned. If your vehicle suffers a powerloss, such as a dead battery, you can still raiseor lower the top manually by rotating the valve in the left sideof the trunk. Open the trunk and find the tab along theleft side trim panel. Lift up the tab and turn the valveclockwise to release the hydraulicpressure.
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A. Fog Lamp Switch (If Equipped) B. Main Lamp Control L. Rear Window Defogger Switch C. Air Vent N. Traction Control System Switch or Second Gear Start Switch (If Equipped) D. Instrument Cluster E. Horn E Audio System G. Glove Box H. Comfort Controls I. Cupholder J. Parking Brake Lever K. Storage Console M. Convertible Top Switch (Automatic) (If Equipped) 0. Cigarette Lighter P. Shift Lever Q. Ashtray (Automatic Transmission) R. Convertible Top Switch (Manual) (If Equipped) S.
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glancehow your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you have lee and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically.
Speedometer and Odometer Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (kmk). Your odometer showshow far yourvehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States)or kilometers (used in Canada). This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will helpyou locate them. You may wonder what happens ifyour Pontiac needs a new odometer installed.
Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turnedto RUN or START, a chimewill come on for about eightseconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts. The safety belt light will also come onand stay on for about 70 seconds. If the driver’s belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the light will come on. This lightwill come on when you startyour engine, and it will flash for a few seconds. Then the light should go out. This means the systemis ready.
Voltmeter Brake System Warning Light You can read battery voltage on your voltmeter. If it reads less than 11 volts or more than 16 volts while your engineis running, and it stays there, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system. Have itchecked right away. Driving with the voltmeter reading in a warning zone coulddrain your battery. If you idle your engine fora while, the voltmeter reading might move into theyellow zone.
System Warning Light” and “Towing Your Vehicle” the Index.) ~ ~ ! in Your braKe s cem may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident.If the light is still on or if the is flashing anti-lock brake system warning light after you’ve pulle’dof€the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service.
Traction Control System Warning Light (If Equipped) I Your regular brakesystem may not be working properly if the anti-lock brake system warning light is flashing. Driving with the anti-lock brake system warning light flashing can lead to an accident. After you’ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service. TCS OFF This warning light should come onbriefly as you start the engine.If the.
The traction control system warning light may come on for thefollowing reasons: If you turn the system off by pressing the switch located at the front of the console thewarning light will come on andstay on and the light on the switch will go out. To turn the system back on, press the switch again. The warning light should go off. (See “Traction Control System” in the Index for moreinformation.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage showsthe engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine is too hot! It means that your engine coolanthas overheated. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engineas soon as possible. In “Problems on the Road,” this manual shows what to do. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index.
NOTICE: Driving withthe LOW COOLANT light on could cause your Pontiac to overheat. See 66Engine Overheating” in the Index. Your Pontlac could by be damaged and it wou1dn”t be covered your warranty. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service EngineSoon Light) This system is called OBD I1 (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) andis intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to producea cleaner environment.
This light should come on,as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engineis not running. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. This light will also come onduring a malfunction in one of two ways: 0 0 If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: 0 Reducing vehicle speed. Light Flashing -- A misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle.
If the Light Is On Steady Have you recently changed brands of fuel? You may be able to correctthe emission system malfunction by considering the following: vehicle with quality fuel (see If so, be sure to fuel your “Fuel” in the Index). Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling whenyou put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration.
the engine is low on oil, or that you might have some other oil problem. See “Engine Oil” in the Index. Engine Oil Pressure Gage \ / Don’t keepdriving if the oil pressure is low. If you do,your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. 0 120 \‘O ii V6 Engine VS Engine One of these gagesmay tell you there could be a problem with your engineoil pressure.
Low Oil Light LOW OIL Your vehicle is equipped with an oil levelmonitoring system. When you start your engine, the warning light will come on briefly. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. If the light stays on after starting your engine,your engine oil level may be too low. You may need to add oil. See “Engine Oil” in the Index. NOTICE: The oil level monitoring system only checks the oil level whenyou are startingyour engine. It your does not keep monitoring the level once engine is running.
When the gage pointer first indicates EMPTY (E) you need to get more right away. Check Gages Light CHECK GAGES This warning light will come on briefly when YOU are starting the engine. If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving, check your gages to seeif they are in the warning areas. Here are four concerns some owners haveabout had the fuel gage. All these situations are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage.
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Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systemsoffered with your Pontiac. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle.
Comfort Controls Temperature Control Knob I, Turn the knob to change the temperature of the air flowing from the heating system, Turn it toward the red or clockwise for warmer air and toward the blueor counterclockwise for cooler air. The temperature of the of the outsideair. air cannot be less than the temperature I ,I Air ContL - - ____ - .b OFF: The system is off. I 2 VENT Air flows through theupper air vents. 1 2 BI-LEVEL: Air is directed through the upper air vents and the heater ducts.
Air Conditioning(If Equipped) I A/C: Use for normal cooling on hot days. This setting cools outsideair and c ‘ k t s it through the upper airvents. The i-111- conditioner cumpressor operatesin MAX, AIC, BI-LEVEL, BLEND and DEFROST when the outside temperature is above freezing.When the air conditioner is on, you may sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle’s engine speed and power.
Heating 1, Turn the air control knob to BI-LEVEL. The heater works best if you keep your windows closed while using it. 2. Turn the temperamre control knob to a comfortable setting. 1. Turn the air control knob to HEATER. 2. Turn the fan control knobto the desired speed. 3. Turn the fan control knob to the desired speed. 3. Turn the temperature control knobto a comfortable setting.
Rear Window Defogger(If Equipped) Ventilation System The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. Press the switch to turn on the defogger. An indicator light will come on to remind you that the defogger is on. I The defogger will turn off automatically after about 10 minutes of use. If you turn it on again, the defogger will operate for about fiveminutes only. You can also turn the defogger off by pressing the switch again.
Ventilation Tips Audio Systems a Keep thehood and front air inlet freeof ice, snow or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows. Your Delco@ audiosystem has been designed to operate easily and give yearsof listening pleasure. You will get the most enjoyment outof it if you acquaint yourself with it first.
AM-FM Stereo with CassetteTape Player (If Equipped) TUNE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to choose radiostations. Push the knob back into its stored position when you’re not using it. SEEK: Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there. PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2). Just: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press AM-FM to select the band. 3.
Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn this knob to move the soundto the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. FADE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn this knob to move the soundto the front or rear speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. Push these knobsback into their stored positions when you’re not using them.
NEXT (2): Press this button or the SEEK up arrow to search for the next selection on the tape. If you hold the FWD (6): Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape. Press the button again to return button, the player will continue moving forward through the tape. Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for NEXT orSEEK to work. The tape direction arrow blinks during NEXT or SEEK operation. Press NEXT or the SEEK up arrow to stop searching.
CD Adapter Kits It is possible to useCD a adapter kitwith your cassette tape player after activating thebypass feature on your tape player. AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Equalizer(I€Equipped) To activate the bypass feature, the ignition must be on. Turn your radio off. Press TAPERLAY and hold for three seconds. After three seconds, the tape symbol in the display will flash for two seconds indicating the feature is active. Turn the radio on and insert the adapter.
Playing the Radio VOL: Push this knob to turn the system and on off. To increase volume, turn the knob clockwise. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. RECALL: Display the timewith the ignitionoff by pressing this knob. When the radio is playing, press this knob torecall the station frequency. Finding a Station 4. Press and hold oneof the six numberedbuttons until SET appears on the display. Wheneveryou press that numbered button, the stationyou set willreturn. 5.
While the tape is playing, use the VOL, FADE and BAL controls just as you do forthe radio. The display will show an arrow to show which side of the tape is playing. When the down indicatorarrow is lit, selections listed on the bottom side of the cassette areplaying. When the up arrow is lit, selections listed on the top side of the cassette are playing. The tape player automatically begins playing the other side when it reaches the endof the tape.
REV (5): Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly. Press it again to return to playing speed. The radio will play the last-selected station while the tape reverses. You may select stations during REV operation by using SEEK or TUNE. FWD (6): Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape. Pressthe button again to return to playing speed. The radiowill play the last-selected station while the tape advances. You may select stations during FWD operation by using SEEK or TUNE.
AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Equalizer (If Equipped) Finding a Station AM-FM: Press this buttonto switch betweenAM, FM1 and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn itto choose radio stations. Push the knob back into its stored position when you’re not usingit. SEEK: Press theup or down arrowto go to the next higher or lower station and stay there, PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return toyour favorite stations.
Setting the Tone EQUALIZER: A seven band equalizeris part of your audio system. Slide the leversup to boost or down to reduce frequency range. If you’re drivingon a very rough road orif it’s veryhot, the discmay not play and E (error) anda number may appear onthe radio display. If the disc comes out,it could be that: 0 Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press this knob lightlyso it extends.Turn it to move the soundto the leftor right speakers. The middle position balancesthe sound between the speakers.
RDM (3): Press this buttonto hear the tracks in random, Trunk Mounted CD Changer (If Equipped) rather than sequential, order. The display will show With the optional compactdisc changer, you can play up RDM. Pres,sRDM again to turn off random play. to 12 discs continuously. Normal size discs may be REV (5): Press and hold this button to quickly reverse played using the trays supplied in the magazine. within a track. Releaseit to play the passage.
To eject the magazine from theplayer, slide the CD changer door all the way open. Themagazine will automatically eject. Remember tokeep the door closed whenever possible to keep dirtand dust fromgetting inside the changer. All of the CD functions arecontrolled by the radio buttons except for ejecting the magazine. Whenever a CD magazine with discs is loaded in the changer, the compact disc symbol will appear on the radio display.
Playing a Compact Disc PREV (1): Press this button to go back to the startof the current trackif more than eight secondshave played. Press PREV again to go to the previoustrack on the disc. NEXT (2):Press this button to advance to the next track on the disc. PROG (3): Press this button to select the next disc in the magazine. If a CD cannot be played, itsnumber will be skippedwhen selecting discswhile using the PROG button. RANDOM (4): Press this buttonto enter the random play mode.
Theft-Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK" is designed to discourage theftof your radio. Itworks by using a secret code to disable all radio 1. Write down any threeor four-digit numberfrom 000 to 1999 and keepit in a safe place separate from the vehicle. functions whenever battery power is removed. 2. Turn the ignition toACCESSORY or RUN. The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally and the radio isnot protected by the feature.
Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 1. LOC appears when the ignition is on. 2. Press MIN and 000 will appearcan the display. 3. Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree with your code. 4, Press HR to make thefirst one ortwo digits agree with your code. 5 . Press AM-FM after you haveconfirmed that the code matches the secret codeyou have written down.
Steering Wheel Controls(If Equipped) MUTE: Press this button t'o silence the system. Press it again to turn on the sound. SEEK: Press the up arrow to tune to the next radio station and the down arrow to tune to the previous radio the station. If a cassette tapeor compact disc is playing, player will advance with the up arrow and rewind with the down arrow. If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain radio and compact disc functions using the buttons on your steering wheel.
Understanding Radio Reception FMSterw FM stereo will give you thebest sound. But FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come andgo. AM The range for mostAM stations is greater than forFM, especially at night. The longerrange, however, can cause stations to interfere witheach other. AM can pick up noise from things like stormsand power lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce thisnoise if you ever get it.
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may not operate properly or may cause failureof the tape player. Your tape player should be cleanedregularly after every 50 hours of use.
Power Antenna Mast Care NOTICE: Your power antenna will lookits best and work well if it’s cleaned from time to time. To clean the antenna mast: Before entering an automatic car wash, turn off your radio to make the power antenna go down, This will prevent the mast from possibly getting damaged, If the antenna does not go down when you turn the radio off, it may be damaged or need to be cleaned. In either case, lower the antenna by hand by carefully pressing the antenna down. 1.
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Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving.
Defensive Driving Assume that pedestrians or other drivers aregoing to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be ready €or their mistakes. Rear-end collisionsare about the most preventable of accidents. Yet they are common. Allow enough following distance. It’s the best defensive driving maneuver,in both city and rural driving.You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brakeor turn suddenly.
Many adults -- by some estimates,nearly half the adult population -- choose never to drink alcohol, so they never drive afterdrinking. For persons under 2 1, it’s against the law in every U.S. state to drinkalcohol. There aregood medical, psychological and developmental reasons for these laws. same BAC by drinking three 4-ounce(120 ml) glasses of wine or threemixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces (45 ml) of a liquor like whiskey, gin or vodka.
There is a gender difference, too. Women generally have a lower relativepercentage of body water than men. Si= akobol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reacha higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks. increases sharply for drivers who havea BAC of 0.05 percent or above. A driver with a BAC level of 0.06 percent has doubled his or her chanceof having a collision. At a BAC level of 0.
Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, attentivenessand judgment can be affectedby even a small amount of alcohol. You can have a serious or even fatal collision if youdrive afterdrinking. Please don’t drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking. Ride homein a cab; or if you’re witha group, designatea driver who will not drink. -- -- Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go.
Braking Brakmg action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decideto push on thebrake pedal, That’s perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That’s reaction time. Average reaction time is about 314 of a second. But that’s only an average. It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three secondsor more with another. Age, physical condition,alertness, coordination and eyesight all play a part. So do alcohol, drugs and frustration.
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes (ABS). ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. When you start your engine, orwhen you begin to drive away, your anti-lock brake system will check itself. You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on, and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves a little. This isnormal.
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and roadconditions. stopping distance.If you get tooclose to the vehiclein front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough roomup ahead to stop, even though you have anti-lock brakes. Using Anti-Lock Don’t pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down and let anti-lock work for you.
LOW TRAC This light will come on when your traction control system is limitingwheel spin. See “Low Traction Light” in the Index. You may feel orhear the system working, but this is normal. The traction control system may operate on dry roads under some conditions, and you may notice a reduction in acceleration when thishappens. This is normal and doesn’t mean there’s a problem with your vehicle. Examples of these conditions include a hard acceleration in a turn, or an abrupt upshift or downshift.
To turn the system off, press the button located at the front of the console. If your car isequipped with P245/5OZR16 tires, the traction control system will automatically turn off at speeds above 108mph (174 km/h). (The traction control system warning light will not come on.)When the vehicle speed drops below 103 mph (166 k m h ) the system will automatically come on again. Braking in Emergencies With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same time.
A lot of the “driver lostcontrol” accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here’s why: based on good weather and road conditions. Under less favorable conditions you’llwant to go slower. Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves. The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change itspath when you turn the front wheels.
Off-Road Recovery You may find sometime that yourright wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. I OFF-ROAD RECOVERY / , I I An emergency like this requires closeattention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand.
Passing The driver of a vehicle aboutto pass another ona two-lane highway waits for justthe right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right laneagain. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle ona two-lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same laneas oncoming traffic for several seconds.
Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane topass. When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicleto see its frontin your inside mirror, activate yourright lane changesignal and move back into theright lane. (Remember that your right outsidemirror is convex. The vehicle you just passed may seem to befarther away from you than it really is.) 0 Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on two-lane roads.
If you do not have traction control, or if the system is off, then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. Driving at Night If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, your vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs.
Here aresome tips on night driving. a Drive defensively. e Don’t drink and drive. 0 Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlampsbehind you. m Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. e Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. e In remote areas, watch for animals. e If you’re tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest.
Driving in Rain and onWet Roads your tire-to-road traction isn’tas good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t havemuch tread left, you’ll get even less traction.It’s always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving.The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement. The heavier th’erain, the harderit is to see.
Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work as well in a quick stopand may cause pulling to one side. You could lose controlof the vehicle. After driving through a large puddleof water or a car wash,apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally. Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through somecar washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow down beforeyou hit them.
Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happenif the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough.When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But itcan if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low. It can happen if a lot of water isstanding on the road.
City Driving Here areways to increase yoursafety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the cityjust asyou would fora cross-country trip. Try to use the freeways thatrim and crisscross most large cities. You’ll save timeand energy. (See the next part, “Freeway Driving.”) Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enoughto need it.
Freeway Driving The most important adviceon freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Driveat the same speed most of the other drivers aredriving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane ona freeway as a passing lane. At the entrance, there is usuallya ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp,you should begin to check traffic.
Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance.Expect to move slightly slower at night. When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stopand back up. Drive on to the next exit. service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you’ll find experienced and able service experts in Pontiac dealerships all across North America.
Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lackof awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the humof the tires on the road, the drone of the engine,and the rushof the wind against the vehicle that can makeyou sleepy.
If you drive regularlyin steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips saferand more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in goodshape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transmission. Theseparts can work hard on mountain roads. Know how to go down hills. Themost important thing to knowis this: letyour engine do some o f the slowing down. Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or longkill.
Know how to go uphill. You may want to shift down to a lower gear.The lower gears help cool yourengine and transmission, andyou can climb the hill better. 0 Winter Driving Stay in your own lane when driving on two-lane roads in hills or mountains. Don’t swing wide or cut across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane. As you go over the top of a hill, be alert. There could be something in yourlane, like a stalled car or an accident.
Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meetthe road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or icebetween your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation.You’ll have a lot less traction or “grip” and will need to be very careful. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, somewinter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles.
What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on.But wet ice canbe even more troublebecause it may offer the least traction of all. You can get wet ice when it’s about freezing (32”F; 0”C) and freezing rain begins to fall. Try to avoid driving onwet ice until salt and sand crews can get there. Whatever the condition -- smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow -- drive with caution, If you have traction control, keep the system on.
If You're Caught in a Blizzard Tie a red cloth to your vehicleto alert policethat you've been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets, or extra clothing, makebody insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags,floor mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothingto keep warm. If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation.
A CAUTION: . . Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside.CO could overcome youand kill you. You can’t see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle.Clear away snowfrom around the base of your vehicle, especiallyany that is blocking your exhaust pipe. And check around again from timeto time to be sure snow doesn’t collect there. Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that’s away from the wind.
Loading Your Vehicle cm TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP. WT. FRT. CTR. RR. TOTAL LBS. KG -. MAX. LOADING & GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT XXX COLD TIRE TIRE SIZE SPEED PRESSURE RTG PSI/KPa MFB BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWW GAWR FRT GAWR RR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS T O ALL APPLICABLE U.S. FE:DERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. FRT. RR. SPA.
If you put things inside your vehicle -- like suitcases, tools, packages or anything else-- they will go as fastas the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they’ll keep going. D o not loadyour vehicle anyheavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR. If you do,parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the way your vehicle handles. These couldcause you to lose control. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle.
Towing a Trailer NOTICE: If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy,the brakes may not work well or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriouslyinjured. Pull a trailer only if you have followed allthe steps in this section. Ask your Pontiac dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle.
Load-pulling components suchas the engine, are transmission, rear axle, wheel assemblies and tires forced towork harder against the drag of the added weight. The engine is required to operate at relatively higher speeds and under greater loads, generating extra heat. What’s more, the trailer adds considerablyto wind resistance, increasing the pulling requirements.
You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: : Pontiac Division Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac, MI 48340-2952 In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 A B Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total capacity weight of your vehicle.
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Safety Chains Be sureyour vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. You’ll find thesenumbers on the Certification label at the rear edge of the driver’s door or see “Loading Your Vehicle’’ in the Index. Then be sure you don’t go over the GVW limit for yourvehicle; including the weight of the trailer tongue. You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer.
Driving with a Trailer Following Distance Towing a trailer requires a certain amountof experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig, Acquaint yourself with the feel. of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mindthat the vehicleyou are driving isnow a good deal longer andnot nearly as Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle withouta trailer.
Making Turns Driving On Grades I NOTICE: Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift down, you might haveto use your brakesso much that they would gethot and no longer workwell. Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns than normal.
Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill.If something goes wrong, your rig could start to move. People can be injured,both and your vehicle andthe trailer canbe damaged. But if you ever have to parkyour rig on a hill,here’s how to doit: 1. Apply your regular brakes, but don’t shift into PARK (P) yet, or intogear for a manual transmiss’ion. 2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels.
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Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that canoccur on the road.
Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers letyou warn others. They also let police know-you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lampswill flash on andoff. Press the button in to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, or even if the key isn’t in.
To turn off the flashers, pull out on the collar. J A NTION: I When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won’t work. Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you. They contain gas that can explode or ignite. They contain enough electricity toburn you. If you don’t followthese steps exactly, someor all of these things can hurt you.
~~ 1.. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative groundsystem. NOTICE: ~~~ If the other system isn’t a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. 2. Get the vehicles close enoughso the jumper cables can reach, but besure the vehicles aren’t touching each oth’er.If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able to start your Pontiac, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. 3.
6. Check that the jumper cables don’t haveloose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too. Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded.Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water.You don’t need to add water to the Delco Freedom’ battery installed in everynew GM vehicle.
8. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connectit to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 7. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+> terminal ‘ofthe vehicle with the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one, Don’t use the junction block on your Pontiac.
9. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the good battery’s negative (-) terminal. Don’t let theother end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative (-) cable doesn’t go to the deadbattery. It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engineof the vehicle with the dead battery. 10. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move.
12. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery. If it won’t start after a few tries, it probably needs service. 13. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting. Take care that they don’t touch each other or any other metal. Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your Pontiac.
To help avoidinjury to you or others: Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed. 0 Never tow faster thansafe or posted speeds. Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured. 0 Never get under your vehicle after it has been liftedby the tow truck. Always secure the vehicle on each side with separate safety chains when towing it. 0 Never use J-hooks, Use T-hooks instead. A vehicle can fall from a car car adequately secured.
Don’t have your vehicle towed on the drivewheels unless you must. If the vehicle must be towedon the drive wheels, be sure to follow the speedand distance restrictions later in this section or your transmission will be damaged.If these limits mustbe exceeded, thenthe drive wheels have to be supportedon a dolly, Front Towing Tow Limits - 35 mph (56 k d ) , 50 miles (80 km) NOTICE: - Do not tow with sling-type equipmentor fascidfog light damage willoccur. Use wheel lift or car carrier equipment.
I NOTICE: I Take care not to damage the brake pipes and hoses or theABS sensor and wiring. NOTICE: Attach a separate safety chain around outboard end of each lower control arm. Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle. Damage can occurfrom vehicle-to-ground or vehicle-to-wheel-lift-equipment contact. To help avoid damage, installa towing dolly and raise vehicle until adequate clearanceis obtained between the groundand/or wheel-lift equipment.
Rear Towing NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-typeequipment or rear bumpervalance will be damaged, Use wheel-liftor car carrierequipment. Additional ramping may berequired for car-carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps. Towing a vehicle over roughsurfaces could damage a vehicle. Damagecan occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment contact.
r Attach T-hook chains in front of rear wheels in bottom of frame rail on both sides. Attach a separate safety chain around each outboard end of the rear axle. I NOTICE: Take carenot to damage thebrake pipes and cables.
Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperaturegage on your Pontiac's instrument panel. You may also find a LOW COOLANT warning lighton your Pontiac instrument panel (V8 Engine only). If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam from an overheated engine can L,m you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn itoff and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down.
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get the overheat warning butsee or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can geta little too hotwhen you: Climb a long hill ona hot day. Stop after high-speed driving. Idle for long periods in traffic. Tow a trailer. If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: 1. If you have an air conditioner, turn it off. 2.
.. I /A CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothingand tools away from any underhood electricfan. A. Cool - :Zecovery Tank ~ B. Radiator Pressure Cap C. Electric Engine Fan 5-16 If the coolant inside th'e coolant recovery tankis boiling, don't do anything else until it cools down. When it is cool, removethe coolant recovery tankcap and look at the dipstick. The coolant l'evel should be at FULL COLD.
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank Heater and radiatorhoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot.Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run theengine if there is a leak.If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could be burned. Get any leak fixed before youdrive the vehicle. NOTICE: Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn’t coveredby your warranty.
~ NOTICE: 1 In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mix. You can beburned if you spill coolant onhot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts arehot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at FULL COLD start your vehicle.
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator (V6 Engine Only) I NOTICE: Your enginehas a specific radiator fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged. 1. You can remove the pressure cap when the cooling system, including the pressure cap andupper radiator hose, is no longer hot.Turn the pressure capslowly counterclockwise until it first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop.
2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. 3. After the engine cools, open the coolant air bleed valve. 3800 V6 (VIN Code M): There isone bleedvalve. It is located on the thermostat housing. 'you spimm 2oolant on hot engine parts. Coolantcontains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don't spill coolant onhot a engine. You can be burnet 5-20 4. Fill.
5. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to FULL HOT 6. Put the cap backon the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 7. Start the engine and let it run until you can feelthe upper radiator hose getting hot.Watch out forthe engine fan(s). 8. By this time, the coolant level insidethe radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper DEX-COOL@coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck.
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator (V8 Engine Only) NOTICE: ~~ ~ The LT1 Engine (Code P) has a specific radiator fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged. ~~ 9. Then replace the pressurecap. At any time during this procedure if coolant begins toflow out of the filler neck, reinstall the pressure cap.Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this.
1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, no is longer hot.Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwiseuntil it first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left. 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap.
3. After the engine cools, open the airbleed valves on the heater return hose and water pump inlet. 4. Fill with the proper DEX-COOL' coolant mixture. Add coolant until you see a steady stream of coolant coming from thebleed valves. 5. Close the bleed valves. 6. Continue to fill the radiator up to the base of the filler neck. 7 . Rinse or wipe the spilled coolant from the engine and compartment.
8. Start the engine and allow it to run in idle for approximately four minutes. By this time, the coolant level inside theradiator will be lower. Add more of the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck. 10. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the proper level. 9. Shut the engineoff and replace the pressure cap. Be sure the arrows on the capline up like this.
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire It’s unusual for a tireto ‘‘blow out’’ while you’redriving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak outslowly. a But if you should ever havea “blowout,” here are few tips about what to expect andwhat to do: If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowlyt,o a level place.Turn on your hazard warning flashers.
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If you have speakers in thetrim panel, you may have to disconnect the wire from the speaker. The speaker wire may be long enough to remove the trim panel without disconnecting the wire. pull out the spare. Remove the wing nut and adapter and To remove thejack and wheel wrench,loosen and remove the bolt and remove the plastic cover.
The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) and wheel wrench (B). The jack has a bolt at the end. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack bolt. Turn the wheel wrench to the right to raise the lift head a little.
If your wheel hasa bolt-on center cap, loosen the plastic Each wheel has one locknut in place of the standard caps using the wheel wrench. wheel nut. A special wheel lock key (removal tool) and instructions arelocated in the center console.Attach the wheel lockkey to the socket of the wheel wrench. Remove the locking whe'el nut by turning counterclockwise.
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all thewheel nuts. Don’t remove themyet. Position thejack under thevehicle. There is a notch in the vehicle’s rocker flangeon the coupe model. Raise thejack head untilit fits firmly into the notch nearest the flat tire. On convertible models, place the jack in a similar location.
Getting under a vehicle whenit is jacked L= is dangerous. If the vehicle slipsoff the jack, you could bebadly injured or killed. Neverget under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. NOTICE: I 2. Stay away from moldings or fender flanges toavoid damaging them. Put the compact tirenear you. 5-32 Raising your vehicle with the jackimproperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack.
3. Remove any rust or dirt from thewheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Raise the vehicleby rotating the wheelwrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tireto fit. Remove all the wheelnuts and takeoff the flat tire.
~ Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become looseafter a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove anyrust ordirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if you need to, to get allthe rust or dirt off. Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel.
5 . Tighten the wheel nuts firmly ina criss-cross sequence as shown. 4. Lower the vehicleby rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.
Don’t try to put a center cap on your compact spare tire. It won’t fit. Store the center cap in the rear area until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced. Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even comeoff. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get newGM original equipment wheel nuts.
Replace thejack, wheel wrench and flat tire using the storage instructions. Whenyou replace the trim panel, be sure totuck it under the weatherstrip. 1: Trim Panel 2. Bolt 3. Cover 4. Jack 5. Wing Nut 6. Adapter 7. Compact Spare Tire 8. Full-Size Tire 9. Carpet Flap 10. Tire Storage Bolt 11. Convertible Top Protection 12.
Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air aftera time. Check the inflation pressure regularly.It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spareon your vehicle, YOU should stop as soon as possible andmake sure your spare tire is correctly inflated.
NOTICE: When the compact spare is installed, don’ttake your vehicle through an automatic vehicle wash with guide rails.The compact spare can get caught on the rails. That can damage the tire and wheel, and maybe other parts of your vehicle. :fYou’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels too fast.The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution.
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out NOTICE: First, turnyour steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. If your vehicle Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your has traction control,you should turn thesystem off. (See “Traction Control System”in the Index.)Then shift vehicle as wellas the tires.
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your Pontiac. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check imDortant fluid and lubricant levels. Thereis also technical informationabout your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
Service Doing Your Own Service Work Your Pontiac dealer knowsyour vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs.You’ll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll It tells want to get the proper Pontiac Service Manual. you much more abouthow to service your Pontiac than this manual can.
Adding Equipmentto the Outsideof Your Vehicle You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enoughabout it. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before youattempt any vehicle maintenance task. Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. “English” and (‘metric” fasteners can be easily confused.If you use the wrong fasteners, partscan later break or fall off.
At a minimum, the gasoline you use should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the United States and CGSB 3.5-M93 in Canada. Improved gasoline specifications have been developedby the American Automobile Manufacturers Association (AAMA) for better vehicle performance and engine protection.
To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to containadditives that will help prevent deposits from formingin your engine and fuel system, allowingyour emission control system to function properly. Therefore, you should not have to add anything to the fuel. In addition, gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be availablein your area to help clean the air.
Filling . - -r Tank Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause verybad injuries. Don’t smokeif you’re near gasolineor refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from gasoline. L The cap is behind a hinged door on the left side of your vehicle.
If you get gas0 le on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badlyburned. Gasoline can spray outon youif you open the fuel filler cap too quickly.This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any “hiss” noiseto stop. Then unscrew the cap all the way. While refueling,hang the cap inside the fuel door. To take off the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). Be careful not to spill gasoline.
When you put the capback on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully installthe cap. The diagnosticsystem can determineif the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuelto evaporate into the atmosphere. See “Malfunction Indicator Lamp” in the Index.
Hood Release Then go to the frontof the vehicle and pullup on the hood release. To open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle. Lift thehood.
When you open the hood of the 3800 engine you’ll see: A, Engine Coolant Reservoir B. Battery C. Oil Fill Cap D. Automatic Transmission Dipstick (if equipped) 6-10 E. Engine Fan F. Windshield Washer Reservoir G. Power Steering Reservoir H. Engine Oil Dipstick I, Brake Fluid Reservoir J. Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if equipped) K.
When you open the hood of the 5.7L engine you'll see: A ti Engine Coolant Reservoir Power Steering Reservoir Engine Oil Dipstick Battery E. Engine Oil Fill Cap A, B. C. D. F. Fan G. Windshield Washer Reservoir H. Automatic Transmission Dipstick (if equipped) I. Brake Fluid Reservoir J. Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if equipped) K.
Before closing the hood, be sure all thefiller caps are on. Then just pull the hood down and closeit firmly. It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every timeyou get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading,the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. Engine Oil LOW Th,eengine oil dipstick is the yellow loop near the back of the engine. If the LOW OIL light on the instrument panel comes on, it means you need to check your engineoil level right away.
3800 Engine 3800 L36 (Code K) Oil Dipstick Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oilpan. If you don’t, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. 5.
When to Add Oil What Kind of Oil to Use If the oil is at or below theADD line, then you’ll need to add some oil. Butyou must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use, For crankcase capacity, see “Capacitiesand Specifications” in the Index, Oils recommendedfor your vehicle canbe identified by looking for the “Starburst” symbol.This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute(BPI). Do not use any oil which does notcarry this Starburst symbol.
RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL HOT WEATHER - / 7 “F “C 4-100- + 38 +80- . +27 +60- . + 16 +40- +4 t 20 - -7 0- As shown in thechart, if you have the 5.7L engine, SAE 5W-30 is best for yourvehicle. However, you can use SAE 1OW-30 if it’s going to be 0°F (-18°C) or above. These numbers on an oil containershow its viscosity, or thickness.
RECl"ENDE0 SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY Gmmw= J L FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL HOT WEATHER / SAL SW-30 . . \ COLD WEATHER DO NOT USE SAE 2OW-50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED 3800 Engine 6-16 As shown in the chart, if you have the 3800 engine, SAE 1OW-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 5W-30 if it's going to be colder than 60°F (16OC) before your next oil change.
NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines ccStarburst”symbol. Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty. GM Goodwrench@oil meets allthe requirements for your vehicle. If you are in anarea where the temperature falls below -20°F (-29”C), consider using either an SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or an SAE OW-30 oil.
What to Do with Used Oil Air Cleaner Did you know that used engine oil containscertain dements that may be unhealthy foryour skin and could even c’ausecancer? Don’t letused oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean yourskin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil. (See the manufacturer’s warnings about the use and dispusal of oil products.
air cleaner off can Operating the engine with the cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans theair, it stops flameif the engine backfires. If it isn’t there, and the engine backfires, you could be burned. Don’t drive with it off, and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner off. 5.7L Engine Refer to the Maintenance Schedule todetermine when to replace the air filter. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index.
Air Filter Replacement To remove the air filter: I 2. Disconnect the plastic clamp on the duct. Pull apart the connection. 1. Remove the plastic pin by pulling it straight up.
3. Pull the air cleaner straight up. Unclamp the 4. Open the air cleaner and remove the filter. metal clips.
Automatic TransmissionFluid 1 Vf\ a I IJ When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmissionfluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change both the fluid and filter every 15,000 miles (25 000 km)if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: 0 In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90”F (32”C) or higher. In hilly or mountainous terrain. 0 Uses such as high performance operation. When doing frequent trailer towing.
HQWto Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at your Pontiac dealership Service Department. If you do ityourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick. NOTICE: Too much or too little fluid can damage your of transmission. Too much can mean that some the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, startinga fire.
Checking the Fluid Hotor Cold I) Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: engine running. 0 With the parking brake applied, placethe shift lever in PARK (P). With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range. Then, position the shift lever in PARK (P). Let the engine runat idle for three minutes or more.
I 5.7L LTl Engine Transmission Dipstick 1. The transmission fluid handle is the red loop near the back of the engine. Pullout the dipstick and wipe it with a clean ragor paper towel. 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and then pull it back out again. 5.
How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid touse. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. 3800 Transmission Dipstick 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level, The fluid levelmust be inthe COLD area for a cold check or in theHOT area or ‘cross-hatchedarea for a hot check. 4, If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all theway.
Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check A good time to have it checked is when the engine oilis changed. However, the fluid in your manual transmission doesn’t requirechanging. How to Check Because this operation can be difficult, you may choose tohave this done at yourPontiac dealership Service Department. If you do ityourself, be sureto follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading. NOTICE: :I Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission.
Hydraulic Clutch When to Check and What to Use The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is self-adjusting. The clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with hydraulic clutch fluid. It isn’t a good idea to “topoff” your clutch fluid.Adding fluid won’t correct a leak. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired.
Rear Axle Engine Coolant When to Check and Change Lubricant The cooling s stem in your vehicle is filled with new DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant designed is to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000miles (240 000 km) whichever occurs first, ifyou add only DEX-COOL’ extended life coolant. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check thelubricant and when to change it. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in theIndex.
NOTICE: I When adding coolant,it is important thatyou use only DEX-COOL@(silicate-free) c’oolant. If silicated coolant is added to the system, or radiator premature engine, heater core corrosion may result. In addition, the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first, -- What to Use Use a mixture of one-half ckan water (preferably distilled) and one-half DEX-COOL@coolant which won’t damage aluminumparts.
NOTICE: Checking Coolant If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’tbe covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your dealer check yourcooling system. NOTICE: If you use the propercoolant, you don’t have to add extrainhibitors or additives which claimto improve the system. These can be harmful.
If this lightcomes on, it means you’re low on engine coolant. Turning the raalator pressure cap when the engine and radiator arehot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. With the coolant recovery tank, you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator. Never turn the pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator arehot, -- 5.
Radiator Pressure Cap(All Engines) I NOTICE: Power Steering Fluid - Your radiator capis an 18 psi (124 kPa) to pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating.Be sure the arrowson the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck. When you replace your radiator pressure cap,an AC@ cap is recommended. Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system.
5.7L Engine How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartmentis cool, wipe the capand the topof the reservoir clean, then unscrew the capand wipe the dipstickwith a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at thefluid level on the dipstick. The level should beat the FULL COLD mark. If necessary, add only enoughfluid to bringthe level up to the mark. 6-34 When the engine compartmentis hot, the level should be at the H or HOT mark.
Windshield Washer Fluid What toUse When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in anarea where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that hassufficient protection against freezing. Adding Washer Fluid NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid.
Brakes Brake Fluid of the brake system. If it is, you should have your brake system fixed, sincea leak means that sooneror later your brakes won’t work well,or won’t work atall. So, it isn’t a good idea to “topoff’ your brakefluid. Adding brake fluidwon’t correct a leak. If you add fluid when your linings are worn, then you’ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings. You should add (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brakehydrwlic system.
Checking Brake Fluid What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid -- such as Delco Supreme 11 (GM Part No. 12377967). Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. @ Always clean thebrake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help keep dirt from enteringthe reservoir. You can check the brake fluid without takingoff the cap. Just look at the brake fluid reservoir.The fluid level should be above the plastic seam in the reservoir.
NOTICE: 0 Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they’ll have to be replaced. Don’t let someoneput in the wrong kind of fluid. If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle’s painted surfaces, the paint finish can be damaged. Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle. If you do, washit off immediately. See“Appearance Care’’ in the Index.
NOTICE: Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair. See “Brake System Inspection” in Section 7 of this manual under Part C “Periodic Maintenance Inspections”. Same driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are. first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes.
Replacing Brake System Parts Vehicle Storage The braking system ona modern vehicleis complex. Its many parts have tobe of top quality andwork well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Vehicles we designand test have top-qualityGM brake parts in them, as your Pontiac does when it is new. When you replace partsof your braking system-- for example, when your brake liningswear down and you have to have new ones put in -- be sure you get new genuine GM replacement parts.
Bulb Replacement Headlamps For the proper type of replacement bulb, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. To replace a headlamp: Halogen Bulbs 1. Open the headlamp door by hand. See “Headlamp Doors” in the Index. Halogen bulbs have pressurizedgas inside and or scratch the bulb.You or can burst if you drop others couldbe injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructionson the bulb package. 2. Unscrew the bezel with a screwdriver andremove it.
L I I;, , k !r e L II\ k t 3. Remove the screws and pull out the bulb housing. 4. Full out the bulband Idisconnectthe electrical connector. 5. Reverse the steps with a new bulb.
Front Turn Signal 2. Turn and pull out the socket and the bulb. 1. Using a screwdriver, remove the plastic screws from the deflector under the vehicle. Move the deflector out of the way. 3. Pull out the bulb. 4. Reverse the steps with a new bulb.
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp To replace thebulb: 1. Remove the two screws in the stoplamp lens. 6-44 2. Gently pull the assembly out and remove the bulb from the back of the assembly. 3. Reverse the steps with a new bulb.
Rear Lamps To change any rear bulb, you have to remove the entire housing. 1. Remove the trim panel from the side that you are replacing the bulb. 2. Pull the carpet back. 4. Pull off the assembly from the outside. 5. To remove a socket with a tab, press the tab and turn the socket counterclockwise. To remove a socket without a tab, turn the socketcounterclockwise. 6. To remove the bulb, push in and turn it counterclockwise, then pull it out. 3. Remove the wing nuts. 7. Reverse thesteps with a new bulb.
Rear Sid ~ rker 3. Turn counterclockwise and pull out the socket and the bulb. To replace a rear sidemarker bulb: 4. Pull out the bulb. 1. Remove the screw from the sidemarker assembly. 5. Reverse the steps with a new bulb. 2. To pull out the bulb housing, tilt the housing to remove thetabbed end.
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Wiper Blade Element Replacement Replacement blades come indifferent types and are removed in differentways. To replace the wiper blade element, referto the wiper blade assembly replacement instructions. To replace the element, follow these steps: To remove the wiper bladeassembly: 1. Lift the wiperarm until it locks into an upright position. 2. Press the locking tab down while sliding the blade assembly down. '. .
Hold the wiper blade assembly with one hand and hand. pull the element gently with the other three plastic caps (Replacement blade elements have Do not remove which retain two metal flexor strips. is installed.) these caps before the element To check the aim, the vehicle should be properly prepared as follows: a The vehicle must havea11 four tires on a! perfectly level surface. 3. At the heel endof the bladeassembly, notched end of blade element last, slide the blade element into the blade claw sets.
It is recommended that the upper limit not exceed plus 0.4 degrees from the centerof the bubble. Other drivers may flash their high beams atyou if your adjustment is much above plus0.4 degrees. Tires Your new Pontiac comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tirewarranty and where to obtain service, see yourPontiac Warranty booklet for details. CAUTION: (Continued, Underinflated tires pose the same darlger as overloaded tires.
Inflation -- Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label, which is on the driver’s door,shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile ( 1.6 km). If you’ll be driving at speeds higher than 100 mph (160 k d h ) where it is legal, raise the cold inflation pressure of each tire to 35 psi (240 kPa).
When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. uon’t forget your compact sparetire. It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa). The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The first rotation is the most important. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals. How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them.
Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. After the tireshave been rotated, adjustthe front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire-Loading Information label. Makecertain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque”in the Index. I Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the pa; cJ to which If you have P245/50ZRl6 or P27940ZR17 Goodyear Eagle GS-C tires, they must roll in a certain direction for the best overall performance.
When It’s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: 0 You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. 0 You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire’s rubber. 0 The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to show cordor fabric.
Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while sizes or types driving. If you mix tires of dif€erent (radi,aland bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, andyou could have a crash. Using tires of different sizesmay also cause damage toyour vehicle. Besure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels. It's all right to drive with your compact spare, though. It was developed for use 0n your vehicle.
Traction -- A, B, C The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are A, B, and C, and they represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government testsurfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straightahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turning) traction.
Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keepcoming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimesbe repaired). See your Pontiac dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need.
Used Replacement Wheels Tire Chains NOTICE: Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You can’t know howit’s been used or how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause an accident. If you have to replacea wheel, use a new GM original equipmentwheel. If your Pontiac has P235/55R16, P245/50ZR16 or P275/40ZR17 size tires, don’t use tire chains. They can damage your vehicle. If you have other tires, use tire chains only where legal and only when you must.
Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are tuxic. Others can burst intoflame if you strike a match or get themon a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space, When you use anything from a container to clean your Pontiac, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions. And always open your doors ‘or windows when you’re cleaning the inside.
Using Foam-Type Cleaneron Fabric If you need to use a solvent: 1. Vacuum and brush the area to removeany loose dirt. 1. Gently scrape excess soil fromthe trim material with a clean, dull knife orscraper. 2. Use very little cleaner, light pressure and clean cloths (preferably cheesecloth). Cleaning should start at the outside of the stain, “feathering” toward thecenter. 3. Keep changing to a clean section of the cloth. 4.
Non-Greasy Stains Cleaning 'Vinyl Stains causedby catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, softdrinks, wine, vomit, urineand blood can be removed as follows: Use warm water and a clean cloth. 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water. 0 0 2. If a stain remains, follow the foam-type instructions described earlier. 3.
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Glass Use only mild soap and waterto clean the top surfaces of the instrumentpanel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflectionsin the windshield and even makeit difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions. Glass shouldbe cleaned often.GM Glass Cleaner (GM Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glasscleaner will remove normal tobaccosmoke and dust films on interior glass. Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry.
Cleaning theOutside of the Windshield an’dWiper B’lades If the windshield isnot clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other materialmay be on the bladeor windshield. Clean theoutside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner, Bon Ami’ Powder (non-scratching glass cleaning powder), GM Part No. 1050011. The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water.
Cleaning the Outsideof Your Pontiac The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Use liquid hand, dish or carwashing (mild detergent) soaps.
Cleaning Your Convertible Top Your c’onvertibletop should be cleaned often. If you use an automatic car wash, use one with water jets and hanging cloths. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter yourvehicle. When you hand wash the top, do it in partial shade. Use a mild soap, lukewarm water and a soft sponge, A chamois or cloth may leave linton the top, and a brush can chafe the threads in the top fabric.Don’t use detergents, harsh cleaners, solvents or bleaching agents.
Tires Sheet Metal Damage To clean your tires, usea stiff brush with a tire cleaner. If your vehicle is damagedand requires sheetmetal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. NOTICE: When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle. Petroleum-based products may damage the paint finish.
Underbody Maintenance Chenf ea1 Paint Spotting Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collecton the underbody. If these arenot removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. Some weather and atmospheric conditionscan create a chemical fallout, Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle.
Appearance Care Materials Chart PART NUMBER ~ SIZE 23 in. x 25 in. 2.75 sq. ft. 16 oz. (0.473 L) oz. (0.473 L) 16 02. (0.473 L) USAGE Polishing Cloth- Wax Treated Exterior Polish 994954 1050004 Shines vehicle without scratching Ch 1050172 Tar and Road Oil Remover Also removes old waxes and polishes 10501 73 Chrome Cleaner and Polish 16 Removes rust and corrosion 1050 174 White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Removes soil and black marks Magic Mirror Cleaner Polish 1050200 Exterior cleaner and polish 1 gal. (3.
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) the model designation, paint information and a list of all producti’onoptions and special equipment. Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle. I ENGINE/1997 T CODE MODEL YEAR \ ASSEMBLY PLANT This is the legal identifierfor your Pontiac. It appearson a plate in the front cornerof the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can seeit if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle.
Headlamps Fuses and Circuit Breakers The headlampwiring is protected bya circuit breaker. An electrical overloadwill cause the lamps togo on and off, or in some cases to remain off. If this happens, have your headlamp wiring checked rightaway. Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due h'eavy to snow, etc., thewiper will stop untilthe motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electricalproblem and not snow, etc.
Main Fuse Block \ I FUSE U S A G E C H A R T n STOP/#AZARD 2 1 1 TURN 6 - U 5 6~ 1 1 L T ST A I L 9 1 Q IGN 0 ~ 3 PC BA MRTATDAI C OC Y 7n e n HVAC m GAGES 4 3~ PWR A C C Y 0 1 1 1 COURTESY 1 l)2 1 AIR ClG BAG RD i AECFCOYG / S E A T S 1 3 n )14) PGM I G N 1 6 WlPERiWASH 0 I 7 WINDOWS BATT 1 7 0 RADIO A CDCIYM M E R I P SEE O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L FOR M O R E I N F O R M A T I O N PRINTED IN U.S.A The other is in the enginecompartment.
Fuse TAIL LTS HVAC PWR ACCY COURTESY GAGES AIR BAG CIGARIACCY DEFOG/SEATS Usage Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Module, HeadlampSwitch Selector Switch, Rear Defogger SwitchITimer Park Lamp Relay, Hatch Release Relay, Power Mirror Switch, Radio, Shock Sensor, Instrument Cluster Body Control Module (BCM) Body Control Module (BCM), Brake Switch Assembly (BTSI), Instrument Cluster, Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Module Diagnostic Energy Reserve Module (DERM), Dual Pole Arming Sensor Cigar Lighter, Data Link Conne
Underhood Electrical Center Fuse Usage ABS IGN (SA) Anti-Lock Brake System ACTUATORS (15A) Daytime RunningLamp Module, Headlamp Switch, Cooling Fan Relay, Exhaust, Gas Recirculation, EVAP Canister Purge Solenoid R HDLP DR ( 1 5 4 Headlamp Door Module L HDLP DR (15A) Headlamp Door Module ABS VLV (20A) Brake PressureValve 6-72 Fuse Usage ABS BAT (5A) Electronic Brake Control Module AIR PUMPFAN (25A) AIR Pump (V8) Relay, Pump, Bleed Valve and Cooling Fan HORN (20A) Horn Relay INJECTOR (15
Usage Capacities and Specifications B Air Conditioning Compressor Engine C Anti-Lock Brake SystedTraction Control System (TCS) D Cooling Fan 1 E AIR Pump F Cooling Fan 2 G Not Used H Fog Lamps J Cooling Fan 3 Type . . . . . . V6 VIN Engine Code K . . . . . , . . V8 VIN Engine Code P . . . . . . . . . Fuel Injection Fuel Delivery . . . . . . . . .., . . . . In-Head Valve Arrangement . . . . . Piston Displacement , . ,231 CID (3800) VIN Engine Code K . . . , , . 350 CID (5.
Capacities (Approximate) The following approximate capacities are given in English. and metric conversions. Please refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index for more information. . . . See the refrigerant Air Conditioning? , information label under the hood. Automatic Transmission Drain and Refill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 pints (4.7 L)* Overhaul VIN Engine Code K . . . . . . . . 17.6 pints (8.3 L)* VIN Engine Code P . . . . . . . 2 1.6 pints (10.
Vehicle Dimensions Wheelbase 101.1 inches(257 cm) Front Tread 60.7 inches (154 cm) Rear Tread 60.7 inches (154 cm) Length Firebirdmormula 195.6 inches(497 cm) Length Trans Am 197 inches (501 cm) Width 74.5 inches (190 cm) Height 52.0 inches (132 cm) Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Filter VIN Engine Code K . . . . . . . . . A1163C VIN Engine Code P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1163C VIN Engine CodeP (with WS6 Option)... A1097C Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Section 7 MaintenanceSchedule This section covers the maintenance required for your Pontiac. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance.
IVPORTANT. ..LEP E N G I N E ai I Ir roduction * - AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED I Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your newvehicle warranties. See your Warranty andOwner Assistancebooklet, or yaur Pontim dealer for details. 7-2 ---rVehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helpsthe environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important.
How This Section is Organized The remainder of this section is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services”shows what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs. Performing maintenance work ona vehicle can be dangerous.In trying to do somejobs, you can be seriously injured.
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the timein very hot, dusty weather. You may use your vehicle in making deliveries. Or you may drive it to work, to do errands or inmany other ways.
Maintenance Schedule I Short TriplCity Definition I Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if any one of these conditions is true foryour vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This isparticularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. 0 Most trips include extensive idling(such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traffic). Most trips are through dusty areas. You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle.
Maintenance Schedule n Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule is true. Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads. Use the ShortTrip/City schedule for these conditions.
Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) shouldbe performed after 100,000miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals.The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at the same interval after 150,000miles (240 000 km). # Lubricate the steering and shift linkage. Footnotes front brake calipers may require additional inspection and service, at every other tire rotation.
I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 1 3,000 Miles (5000 km) 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. An Ernissi’onControl Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires.
Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) 3 months, whichever occurs first). Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer. 0Rotate tires.
I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I I!T9000Miles (25 000.km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An,Emission Control Service. When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, poli'ce or delivery service. - 0Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving lf you do not use your vehicle under any of in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Servic'e. (See footnote"f.
1 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 1 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Sewice. CI Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Rotate tires.
I I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Change the rear axle gear lubricantif vehicle is used to pull a trailer. 0Rotate tires.
Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occursfirst). (See footnote#.) 0Change the rearaxle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull atrailer. Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed.
1 Short TripKity Maintenance lSchedule 30,000 MiZes (50 000 km) (Continued) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information, (See footnote +.) DATE 7-14 ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y I I 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
I Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. I 39,000 Miles (45 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occursfirst). (See footnote#.) Change the rearaxle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull atrailer. Rotate tires.
Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule ~~~ 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) 45,000 Miles (75000 km) CI Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
I ~~ Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) Manual transmission fluid doesn’t require change. Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) t DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
I rShort Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 51,000 Miles (85000 km) 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter l(or every [7 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Rotate tires.
Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 3 months, whichever occurs first). Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer.
I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 60,000 Miles (I00 000 km) (Continued) - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage I f you do not use your vehicle underany of these conditions, change the fluid and filter at lO0,OOO miles (166 000 km). damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation’’ in theIndex for properrotation pattern and additional information.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) I 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Rotate tires.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) 72,000 Milles (120 000 km) 0Change engine oil and €iilter(or every R Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Cuntrol Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer. 0Rotate tires.
1 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 1 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 O F (32°C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing.
E&ip/Ccy Maintenance Schedule 1 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) 81,000 Miles (135 000 km) El Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. An Emissim Control Sewice. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 6’months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Cl Rotate tires.
I Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule I 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer. Rotate tires.
Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). - Uses such as found in taxi, police or An Emission Control Sewice. v y o u do not use your vehicle under any oj these conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (166 000 km). 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer.
I I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 93,000 Miles (155000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.
I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever OCCUI-s first). An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.> 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer. 7-28 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation9’in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information, (See footnote +.>(Also see footnote. ++.
Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 99,000 Milles (165 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service, 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Sewice. 0Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service.
I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule lO0,OOO Miles (166 000 km) (Continued) If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid and filter do not require changing. 17 If you haven’t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and, therefore, haven’t changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter.
Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals.The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km)should be performed at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km). Footnotes ? The U.S.
Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule e3 Change engine ‘oiland filter (or every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) 0Lubricate chassis components (OF every c]Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
I Long Trip/Highway MaintenanceSchedule I 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle underany of these conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (166 000 km). Manual transmission fluid doesn’t require change. 17 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) (Also see footnote ++.
I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 30,000 Miles (50000 km) 12 months, whichever occurs first). When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. An Emission Control Sewice. Ifyou do not use your vehicle under any of CI Change engine oil and filter l(or every 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
I LongTripmighwayMaintenanceSchedule I 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) Cl Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Replace air cleaner filter. 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnoteJf.) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule L U U ~ 45,000 Miles (75 UCIU km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whchever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See,footnote #.) 0Change automatic transmission fluid m d filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 OF (32°C) or higher.
Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule I 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Rotate tires.
Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 60,000 Miles (100 000 knz) (Continued) - 0Replace air cleaner filter. Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage If you do not use your vehicle under any of or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote’f .) these conditions, change the fluid and filter at l00,OOO miles (166 000 km).
Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule I 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Rotate tires.
w g TripEIighway Maintenance Schedule 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) (Continued) - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (166 000 km). Manual transmission fluid doesn’t require change. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) (Also see footnote ++.
1 Long TripEIighwav Maintenance Schedule 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 O F (32 O C) or higher.
Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information, (See footnote +.>(Also see footnote ++.) I 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Rotate tires.
I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule I 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) Inspect spark plug wires. Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Sewice. 17 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service.
Part B: Owner Checksand Services EngineCoolantLevelCheck Listedbelowareownerchecksand services which Check the engineco’olant level and add DEX-COOL@ should be performed at the intervals specified to help coolant mix if necessary, See “Engine Coolant” in the ensure the safety, dependability andemissioncontrolIndexfor further details. performance of your vehicle. Windshield WasherFluid Level Check Be sure any necessary repairsare completed at once.
At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure thesafety belt reminder lightand all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anythingthat might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Haveany torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers, and have them repaired or replaced.
Starter Switch Check When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly.If it does,you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2, Firmly apply both the parking brake (see“Parking Brake” in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake. NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear.
Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in eachshift lever position. 0 With an automatic transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). With a manual transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only when theshift lever is in REVERSE (R). On vehicles with a key release button, try to turn the key to LOCK without pressing the button. The key should turn to LOCK only when you press the key button.
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance,each spring and fall). You should let your GM dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completedat once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a GM service manual. See “Service and Owner Publications” in the Index.
CaliperKnuckle Maintenance Inspection If you operate your vehicle in a highly corrosive environment, asindicated by the shaded areas on the map following this text, your vehicle may require additional brake service. Refer to the appropriate GM Service Bulletin for the proper front caliper inspection procedure. As necessary, front caliperpins and knuckle brakepad abutments shouldbe lubricated at every other tire rotation.
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants PLUJD/LUBRICANT USAGE Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 12377967 ur System equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid). @ NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer. USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Engine oil -w Petroleum Institute CertifiedFor Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the properviscosity.
USAGE Floor Shift Linkage Chassis Lubrication FLUIDLUBRICANT Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2 Category LBor GC-LB. Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirementsof NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Rear Axle (Standard Differential) Axle Lubricant(GM Part No. 12345977) or SAE 80W-90 GL-5 Gear Lubricant. Rear Axle (Limited-Slip Differential) Axle Lubricant (GM Part No.
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional informationfrom “Owner Checks and can be added on Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” the following record pages.Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts.Your owner informationportfolio is a convenient place to store them.
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Section 8 CustomerAssistanceInformation Here you will find outhow to contact Pontiacif you need assistance. This sectionalso tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects.
Pontiac Cares With PONTIAC CARES, you are nevermore than a phone call away from having your concern taken care of. 8-2 The PONTIAC CARES philosophy and elements are designed to make you realize that Pontiac recognizes you as a valuable customer, appreciates your purchase decision, and is dedicated to taking care of the most important person ...
What makes up Pontiac Cares? Customer Satisfaction Procedure A 3 year/36,000 mile (60 000 km) Bumper to Bumper Warranty CustomerAssistance RoadsideAssistance 0 Courtesy Transportation All of these elements combine to make your driving experience an enjoyable one,and are discussed in greater detail further in your owner’s manual. Pontiacis focusing on the changing needsof our customers and is committed to giving you an exceptional levelof customer care throughout the ownership experience.
Pontiac dealers have the facilities, trained technicians and up-to-date information to promptly address any cancerns you may have. However, ifa concern has not been resolved to your complete satisfaction,take the following steps: STEP ONE -- Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management.Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed withthe sales, serviceor parts manager, contact the ownerof the dealershipor the General Manager.
For prompt assistance, please have the following information available to give theCustomer Assistance Representative: 0 Your name, address, home and business telephone numbers 0 Vehicle Identification Number (This is available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield .
Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program Security While You Travel I -8OO-ROADSmE ( I -800-762-3743) As the proud owner of a new Pontiac vehicle,you are automatically enrolled in the Pontiac Roadside Assistance program. This value-added serviceis intended to provideyou with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road. F= Pontiac's Roadside Assistance toll-free number is staffed by a team of technically trained advisors, who are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
We will provide the following services for 3 years/36,000 miles(60 000 km), at no expense toyou: Fuel delivery Keys locked in vehicle Tow to nearest dealership for warranty service Change a flat tire Jumpstarts Courtesy Transportation -- See Pontiac Courtesy Transportation section for details We have quick, easy access to telephonenumbers of the following additional services depending your on needs: Hotels 0 Glass replacement Rental vehicle or taxis Police, fire department or hospitals 0 In many instances,
Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program accessiblefrom anywhere to the in Canada or the United States. Please refer separate brochure provided by the dealer or 'call 1-800-268-6800 for emergency services. Pontiac Courtesy Transportation Pontiac strives to giveyou a worry free ownership of your vehicle, andwe realize the inconvenienceof being without a car.
GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute ResolutionProgram This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian MotorVehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). General Motors reservesthe right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program.
We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure beforeyou resort to AUTOLINE, but you may contact theBBB at any time. The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint servingas an intermediary. If this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible customersmay present their case to an impartial third-partyarbitrator. The arbitrator will makea decision whichyou may accept or reject.If you accept the decision, GM will be bound by that decision.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada,and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediatelynotify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited.You may write to: Transport Canada Box 8880 Ottawa, Ontario K1G 352 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTIS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us.
1997 PONTIAC SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Sewice Publication Order Form in this bookand mailing it in with your check, money order, or credit card information to Helm, /ncorporated (address below.
ORDER TOLL FREE (NOTE: For Credit Card Holders Only) 1-800-782-4356 (Monday-Friday 8:OO AM - 6:OO PM EST) FAX Orders Only 1-313-865-5927 Orders will be mailedwithin 10 days of receipt. Please allow ade uate time for postal service. If further information is needed, write to the address s7 lown below or call 1-800-782-4356. Materialcannot bereturnedfor credit without packing slip with return information within 30 days of delivery. On returns, a re-stocking fee may be applied against the orlglnal order.
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Section 9 Index Accessory Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-61 AirBag ....................................... 1-21 How Does it Restrain .......................... 1-25 How it Works ................................ 1-23 Location .................................... 1-23 Readiness Light ......................... 1.22.2.78 Servicing ................................... 1-26 What Makes it Inflate .......................... 1-24 What Will You See After it Inflates . . . . . . . . .
Brake Adjustment .................................. 6-39 Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-36 Master Cylinder .............................. 6-36 Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-37 PedalTravel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-39 Replacing System Parts ........................ 6-40 System Warning Light ......................... 2-79 Trailer ...............................
Close-Out Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-58 ... . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-28 Clutch. Hydraulic . . Comfort Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Compact Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14 Player Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 15 Trunk Mounted Player ......................... 3-16 Compact Spare Tire .
Electrical Equipment. Adding . . . . . . . . . . 2.26.3.22. 6.68 Electrical System ............................... 6-68 Engine .................................. 6-10. 6-11 Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-29 Coolant Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27 Coolant Level Check .......................... 7-44 2-83 Coolant Temperature Gage ..................... 2-41 Exhaust ..................................... FuseBlocks . .
2-5 1 Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-45 HighLow Beam Changer ...................... On Reminder ................................ 2-51 6-69 Wiring ..................................... Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance .............. 8-5 Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 High-Beam Headlamps .......................... 2-45 Gages Highway Hypnosis ..............................
Instrument Panel ............................... 2-74 Brightness Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-54 Cleaning .................................... 6-61 Cluster ..................................... 2-76 Interior Lamps ................................. 2-54 Jack.Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . JumpStarting ................................... 5-29 5-3 K e y Lock Cylinders Service ..................... 7-45 Key Rele'ase Button ....
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 1 Long TripMighway Definition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6 Long Trip/Highway Intervals ..................... 7-6 7-44 Owner Checks and Services ..................... Periodic Maintenance Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-48 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-50 Scheduled Maintenance Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4 Short Trip/City Definition ....................
4-13 Passing ' -49' * .................................. I1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16 PASS-Key Periodic Maintenance Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-48 Pontiac Cares Information ......................... 8-2 Power Antenna Mast Care ............................ 3-24 DoorLocks ................................... 2-5 Option Fuses ................................ 6-69 2-57 Remote Control Mirror ........................ Retain'ed Accessory ...........
Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . ..... . . 1-41 1-7 SafetyBelts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13 6-61 Care ....................................... Children .................................... 1-30 1.13 Driver Position ............................... 1-41 Extender .................................... 1.13 How to Wear Properly ......................... 1.16.1.39.
Specmcauons ana Capacities ...................... 6-73 Specifications. Engine ........................... 6-93 Speech hpaired. Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5 S ~ ~ d o m e t ................................... er 2-77 Sportscat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 SRS ......................................... 1-21 Stains, Cleaning ................................ 6-59 Standard Differential. Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Treadwear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-54 6-54 Uniform Quality Grading ....................... Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-53 6-56 Wheel Replacement ........................... When It’s Time for New ....................... 6-53 TopStrap ..................................... 1-33 Torque Lock ................................... 2-40 Torque. Wheel Nut ......................... 5-36. 6-73 TowingaTrajler . . . . . . . . . . . .
W a r n i n g Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators 2-47 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-77 Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10 Washer Huid. Windshield . . . . . . . . . .......... 2-47,6 '-35 Washing Your Vehicle ............ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-63 Weatherstrips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-62 Wheel Alignment ................... . . . . .
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