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Page 1: ...1993 PONTIAC Firebird OWNER S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...rt 3 ComfortControls AudioSystems I07 Part 4 Your DrivingandtheRoad 129 Part 5 Problems on the Road rn m 181 Part 6 Service Appearance Care 215 Part 7 MaintenanceSchedule 279 Part 8 CustomerAssistanceInformation 307 J Including Reporting Safety Defects on page 312 Part 9 Index m m 323 Service Station Information last Page PrintedinU S A Part No 10193572 B Second Printing ...

Page 3: ...otorsof Canada Limited for Pontiac Division whenever it appears in this manual For Canadian Owners WhoPrefer a French Language Manual Am propri6taires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplairede ce guideen francaischez votreconcessionaire ou au DGN Marketing ServicesLtd 1500Bonhill Rd Mississauga OntarioL5T 1C7 Published by Pontiac Division General Motors Corporation General Motors GM andt...

Page 4: ...age number where you ll find it Parts 1 8 Each part of this manual begins with a brief list of its contents so you can often find at a glance if a part contains the information you want How to Use This Manual This part tells you how to use your manual and includes safety and vehicle damage warnings and symbols Part 1 Seats Safety Belts This part tells you how to use your seats and safety belts pro...

Page 5: ...t the Roadside Assistance program You will also find customer satisfaction phone numbers including customer satisfaction numbers for the hearing and speech impaired as well as the mediationlarbitration procedure We ve also included ordering information for service publications in this part Service Station Information This is a quick reference of service information You can find it on the last page...

Page 6: ...t can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words In this manual we ve used the familiar words and colors that Pontiac has used for years You ll also see warning l...

Page 7: ...ry Acid Could Cause Burns Avoid Sparks or Flames Sparks or Flame Could Explode Battery Theqesymbolsareimportantforyou and your passengers whenever your These symbols have to do with your vehicle is driven lights Fasten Safety Belts Door LocWUnlock These symbols have to do with your lights Master Lighting Switch Turn Signal Direction Hazard Warning Flasher Headlight High Beam Parking Lights Fog Lig...

Page 8: ...dshield Wiper Windshield Washer Windshield Defroster Rear Window Defogger Ventilating Fan Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Charging System I 3 Engine Oil Pressure Brake Anti Lock Brake System Canada Here are some other symbols you may see Fuel 1 I Hood Release Hatchback Release Lighter Horn Speaker b ...

Page 9: ...Notes ...

Page 10: ...ts Safety Belts Seats and Seat Controls 10 SafetyBelts They re forEveryone 15 Why Safety Belts Work 16 Safety Belt Reminder Light 20 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 20 Here Are Questions Many People Ask about Safety Belts and the Answers 19 Children 33 Child Restraints 35 LargerChildren 41 43 SafetyBelt Extender Checking Your RestraintSystems 43 Replacing Safety Belts after a Crash 43 ...

Page 11: ... To tilt theentire seat lift the lever underthe right frontof the seat You can lose control of 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 Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle I is not moving I Move the lever under the front seat to unlock it Slide the...

Page 12: ...f your Pontiac hasthese seats the driver s seat has the four way manual seat adjuster See Four Way Manual Seat earlier in this part The passenger seat has the two way manual seat adjuster See Manual Front Seat earlier in this part To adjust the thighsupport pull up on the front of your seat cushion andmove the support to the position you want To release the support continue pulling up To engage it...

Page 13: ... and deflate the lumbar lowerpart of the seatback support To inflate push the raised button To deflate push the indented button Reclining FrontSeatbacks To adjust the seatback lift the lever on the outer sideof the seat Release the lever to lock the seatback whereyou want it Pull up on the lever and the seatwill go to its original upright position But don t have the seatback reclinedif your vehicl...

Page 14: ...ody Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do itsjob either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat an...

Page 15: ...ou lift this latch Then the seatback will fold forward When you return the seatback to its original position make sure the seatback is locked The latch must be down for thc seat towork properly If the seatback isn t locked L it could move forward in a 1 sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting scatback to be sure it is locked re Always press rearward on the ...

Page 16: ...ual tells you howto 1 1 Don t let anyone ride where they can t weara safety belt some things you should not do with safety II you renot wearing a safety belt belts And it explains the Supplemental your injuries can bemuch worse InflatableRestraint or airbag system II youcan hit things inside the vehicle use safety properly It You properly If you are in a crash and or be ejected from it You can be ...

Page 17: ...crashes are very mild In them you won t get hurt even if you re not buckled up And some crashes can be so serious like being hit by a train that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could be badly hurt or killed After 25 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are cl...

Page 18: ...Nhen the bike hits the block it stops But he child keeps going rake the simplest car Suppose it s just I seat on wheels Put someone on it ...

Page 19: ...Seats Safety Belts Get it up to speed Then stop the car The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel ...

Page 20: ...scious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted A You could be whether you re Q Why don t they just put in air bags so people won thave to wear safety belts Restraint systems are in some vehicles today and will bein more of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag...

Page 21: ...ol such as bad drivers Most accidents occur within 25 miles 40 km of home Andthe greatest number of serious injuriesand deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65km h Safety belts are for everyone Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turnedto Run or Start a light willcome on for about eight seconds to remind peopleto fasten their safety belts Unless the driver s safety belt is buckled a c...

Page 22: ...ly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat to see how see Seats in the Index so you can sit up straight L 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted I Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt isn t longenough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle faces upward or outward so you ...

Page 23: ...d apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries 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 crash Q What swrong with this A The shoulder belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way You can be seriouslyhur...

Page 24: ... serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you II You can be seriously injured by A You can be seriously injured if a twisted belt In a crash you you wear the shoulder belt wouldn t have the full width of the under your a r m In a crash your belt to spread impact forces If a belt body would move too far forward is twisted make it straight so it can which would incre...

Page 25: ...flatable Restraint SIR or air bag system Your Pontiac has an air bag for both the driver and the right front passenger lere s the most important thingto know Even withan air bag if you re Unot wearing a safety belt and you re in a crash your injuries may be much worse Air bagsare not designed to inflate in rollovers orin rear sideor low speed frontal crashes You need to wear your safety belt to re...

Page 26: ...TION Air BagSystem Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which has AIR BAG on it The system checks itself and the light tells youif there is a problem You will see this light flashfor a few seconds when you turn your ignitionto Run or Start Then the light should go out which means the system is ready An inflating air bag can bL seriously injure small children Always sec...

Page 27: ...r stays on or comeson whenyouare driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle How the Air Bag System Works Where is the air bag The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel I I The right front passenger air bag is hated in the instrument panel on the passenger sside ...

Page 28: ...vide no occupant protection benefit In any particular crash the determination of whether the air bag should have inflated cannot be based solely on the level of damage on the vehicle s Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and the vehicle s deceleration of which vehicle damage is only one indication Repair cost is not a good indicator of whether an air bag should have deployed What ma...

Page 29: ...ealize that theair bag inflated The air bag will not impede the driver s vision or ability to steer the vehicle nor will it hinder the occupants from exiting the vehicle There will be small amounts of smoke coming from vents in thedeflated air bags Some components of the air bag module in the steering wheel hub for the driver s air bag or the instrument panel for the passenger s bag may be hotfor ...

Page 30: ... instrument panel Don For up to 2 rn1nuLes mter me break the air bag cover ignition key is turned off and I I f I II thebatterydiscGnnected an air bag can still inflate duringimproper Servicing Your Pontiac withthe Air service You can be injured if you Bag System are close to an air bag when it Pleasetell or remind anyone who worksinflates Be sure to followtheproper on your Pontiac that it has the...

Page 31: ...e to reattach everything and replace the fuse before turning the ignition on When you turn the ignition key on be sure you see the air bag readiness light on the instrument panel If you don t see this light flash and thengo out as usual have your air bag system repaired instrument panel connector below the glove box L Safety Belt Use during Pregnancy Safety beltswork for everyone including pregnan...

Page 32: ... show that unbelted people in 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 outof the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts The rear seats have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the beIt across you Don ...

Page 33: ...o make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part The lap part ofthe belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likelyto slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fat...

Page 34: ...o much which could increase injury The shoulder belt shouidfit against your body To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle Everyone in a vehicle needs protection That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size In fact the law in every state and Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle ...

Page 35: ... until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 pound 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 pound 110kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint ...

Page 36: ...he back of a rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag If your vehicle has a right front passenger s air bag always secure a rear facing child restraint in the rear seat You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat However before securing a forward facing child restraint ALWAYS move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go Or secu...

Page 37: ...e fuel tank either then or in a later collision Gasoline could leak out and be ignited and peoplein the vehicle or outside it could be badly burned Don t put in the anchor yourself unless you know you can do it correctly Vehicles first soldin Canada have child restraint anchor bracket hardware in the glove box along with instructions for installing it This should be used only with a child restrain...

Page 38: ...e vehicle s safety belt and run the lap part thrallgh or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show yau how Tilt the latchplate to adjust the belt if needed See if the shoulderbelt wauld go in front of the child s face or neck If so put it behind the child restraint 4 Budcle the belt Make sure the release button faces upward ar outward so you ll beable to unbuckle it quickly i...

Page 39: ...ould be pushed into the seatbackby the right front passenger s air bag if it inflates A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injuredif this happens Always secure a rear facing child restraint in the rear l a You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier section about the top strap if the child restraint has one You ll needa safety locking clipto properly secure a child r...

Page 40: ...structions say run the lap part through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how See if the shoulder belt wouldgo in front of the child sface or neck Ifso put it behind the child restraint 5 Buckle thebelt Make sure the release button faces upward or outward so you ll be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever need to 6 Then thread both lap and shoulder belt porti...

Page 41: ...h and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety beltand remove the locking clip Let the safety belt go back all the way 1 1 1 I A Whennotused with a child restraint seat a safety belt with a child restraint locking clip still attached can cause serious injury in a crash Always remove the clip when you a...

Page 42: ... to use the safety belts properly Childrenwhoaren tbuckled up can be thrown out in a crash L I A Never do this the same belt The belt can t properly spread the impact forces In a crash the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured A belt must be used by only Here two childrenare wearing I one person at a time I 0 Children who aren t buckled up can strike other people who are I 41 ...

Page 43: ...he child If the child wears the beltin this way shoulder belt still isan the child s in a crash the child might slide shoulder SO that in a crash the child s 11 underthebelt Thebelt sforce upper body weuld have the r estraint thag belts providme I would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should...

Page 44: ...nt Systems Now and then make sure all yourbelts buckles latch plates retractors anchorages and reminder systems are working properly Lookfor any loose parts or damage If you see anything that might keep a restraint system fromdoing its job have it repaired Replacing Safety Belts after a Crash If you ve had a crash do you need new belts After a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if t...

Page 45: ...s Safety Belts Q What s wrong with this A The belt is torn I a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away I The model number onthe replacement belt must belisted on the safety belt you want to replace ...

Page 46: ... PASS Key11 54 NewVehicle Break In 56 Ignitionswitch 56 Starting Your Engine 58 Driving through Deep Standing Water 62 EngineBlock Heater 62 AutomaticTransmission 63 ManualTransmission 67 Limited Slip Rear Axle 71 Parking 71 EngineExhaust 75 Windows 76 Horn 77 Tiltwheel 77 The TurnSignal Headlight Beam Lever 78 OperationofLights 85 InteriorLights 88 FloorMats 88 Mirrors 88 Twin Lift off Roof Panel...

Page 47: ...vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with young children The doorkeys are forthe doors and all other locks ...

Page 48: ...plug there will be a bar coded key tag instead Each plug or tag has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep the plugs in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using these plugs If your ignition keys don t haveplugs go to your Pontiac dealer for the correct keycode if you need a new ignition key I ...

Page 49: ...your vehicle This may not be so obvious You increase the chanceof being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked Wear safety belts properly lock your doors and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock II your vehicle From the outside Use your door key Fromthe inside To lock the door move the lack control on the door...

Page 50: ...rvehicle Your Remote Lock Control operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal CommunicationsCommission FCC Rules This device complies with P a r t 15of the FCC Rules Operation is subject tothe following two conditions 1 This device may notcause h d l interference and 2 This device must accept any interferencereceived including interferencethat may cause undesired operation Should interference...

Page 51: ...un when you unlock the doors or hatch The interior lights will come on for about two seconds when you lockthe doors Matching lkansmitter s to Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost orstolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring the remaining transmitter with you when you go ...

Page 52: ...mitter is matched This means that the second transmitter will not work unless it is matched in step 5 6 Remove the fusedjumper from the DLC The system will not work unless thejumper isremoved 7 Check that all the buttons on both transmitters work correctly If the transmittersdon t work or if you d rather not matchthe transmitters yourself see your Pontiac dealer Battery Replacement Under normal us...

Page 53: ...atch Release Your door key opens the hatch Remote Hatch Release Press the switch under the light controls to unlock the hatch from inside your vehicle If you havean automatic transmission your shift lever mustbe in P Park or N Neutral to use the switch If you have a manual transmission and the ignition switch is in Run you must set the parking brake before you can use the switch The switch only wo...

Page 54: ...dex 0 Ifyouhave air ventson or under the instrument panel open them all the way I Theft Vehicle theft is bigbusiness especially in some cities Although your Pontiac has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothingwe put on it can make it impossibleto steal However there are ways you can help Key in the ignition If you walk away from your vehicle withthe keys inside it s an easy target...

Page 55: ...something valuable in your vehicle 0 Put your valuables in a storage area like your glovebox 0 Lack theglovebox l 0 Lock all the doors except the driver s 0 Then take the door key with you w I PASS Key Z Your vehicle is equippedwith the PASS Key II Personalized Automotive Security System theft deterrent system PASS Key II is a passive theft deterrent system This means you don t have todo anything ...

Page 56: ...ur vehicle does start the first ignition key may be faulty See your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who canservice the PASS Key II If you accidentally use a key that hasa damaged ormissing resistor pellet the starter won t workand the security light will flash But you don t have to wait three minutes before trying one of the other ignition keys See your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service ...

Page 57: ... turned to LOCK unless the shift lever is in the P Park position Off C Unlocks the steering wheel ignition and automatic transmission but does not send electrical power to any accessories Use this position if your vehicle must be pushedor towed A warning tonewill sound if you open the driver s doorwhen the ignition is in Off and the key is in the ignition Run D Position to which the switch returns...

Page 58: ...n If you have a manual transmission your ignition lock has a key release button You must press the button before you can take your key out of the ignition lock On manual transmission vehicles turning the key to LOCK will lock the steering column and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle This could cause a collision If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving turn the ...

Page 59: ...ed the audio system and power windows will shutoff The power door locks electric mirrors and remote hatch release work until you shut the door Once you have shut thedoor these accessories will continue to work for approximately 35 seconds After this time you will not beable to use these accessories until the next time you open a door or turn on the ignition Starting YourEngine Automatic Transmissi...

Page 60: ...hicle s computer systems youdon t 2 Turn your ignition key to Start When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm y 3 If your engine won t start oistarts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding itthere as you hold the key in Start for about three seconds If the ...

Page 61: ...rting your engine In some other vehicles you might need to do this but becauseof your vehicle s computer systems you don t 2 Turn the ignition key to Start When the engine starts letgo of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm 3 If it doesn t startwithin 10seconds push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor whileyou hold the ignition key in Start When the engine start...

Page 62: ...u have to until your engine has run fora while 2 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding itthere as you hold the key in Start for about three seconds If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the s ame thing but this time keep the pedal down for five or s...

Page 63: ...gine warm up To use the block heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord Plugging the cord into an I ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and causea fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three pr...

Page 64: ...he best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easi1y AIt is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured ...

Page 65: ...r button on floor shift console models as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gearyou wish Press theshift lever button before moving the shift lever on floor shift console models See Shifting out of P Park in this part R Reverse Use this gear to backup I NOTICE To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transmission see St...

Page 66: ... his position is for normal driving If you leed more powerfor passing and you re Going lessthanabout 35 mph 56 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 56km h or more pushthe accelerator all the way down You ll shift down tothe next gear and have more power e D ThirdGear This is like but you never go into Overdrive Here are some times you might choose D instead of I W...

Page 67: ...own steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on NOTICE 1 FirstGear V6 Engine This position gives you even more power but lowerfuel economy than2 You can use it on very steep hills orin deep snow or mud If the selector lever is put in 1 the transmission won t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough ...

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Page 69: ...en slowly let upon the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal You can shift into 1when you re going less than 20 mph 30 km h If you ve come to a complete stop and it s hard to shift into 1 put the shift lever in Neutral and letup on the clutch Press the clutch pedal back down q e n shift into 1 2 SWSW GNW PES theClUeh pedal a you k t up antheaccel r pedal amtshift inro 2 Then slowly let u...

Page 70: ...between2 and 3 prior to shifting intoR Your six speed manual transmission has a feature that allows you to safely shift into R Reverse while the vehicle is rolling at less than 5 mph You will be locked olat if you try to shift into R Reverse while your vehicle is moving faster than 5 mph If you have turned your ignition o f f and wish to park your vehicle in Reverse you will have to move the shift...

Page 71: ... Code P 50 40 45 24 40 25 15 5 7L LTI W A 72 75 51 59 34 35 21 25 Code S 45 47 32 37 21 28 13 1 6 1 If your speed drops below 20 mph 30km h or if the engine is not running smoothly you should downshift to the next lower gear You may have to downshifl two or more gears to keep the engine running smoothly or for g o d performance 2 when you downshift you could lose control of your vehicle And you co...

Page 72: ...e parkingbrake uses the brakeson the rear wheels To set the parking brake Hold the brake pedal down and pull up on the parking brake lever If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on To release the parking brake Hold the brake pedal 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 ...

Page 73: ...n roll If you have left theengine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you are parking on a hill or if you re pulling a trailer also see Parking on Hills or Towing a Trailer in the Index right foot and sdt the parking brake position like this Hold in the button on the ...

Page 74: ... have to leave your vehicle with the mgine running be sure your vehicle is in P Park and yourparking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you ve moved the shift lever into the P Park position hold theregular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away fromP Park without first pushing thebutton If you can it means that the shift lever wasn tfully locked into P Park Shift...

Page 75: ...er hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of P Park try this 1 Turn the key to Off 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end 3 Shift to N Neutral 4 Start the vehicle andthen shift to the drive gearyou want 5 Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can of Step 4 Parking Your Vehicle MANUAL TRANSMISSOIV Before you get outof your vehicle put your manual transmissionin R Reverse and firmly a...

Page 76: ...ciiousness and dsath YOU might have exhaust coming in if e Your exhaust system sounds strange or dserent e Your vehicle gets rustyunderne e Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when drivingover highpoints on the road or over I Repairs weren t donecorrectly m Your vehicle or exhaust system had ken modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaustis corning into your vehicl...

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Page 78: ...n this window any amount by pressing the switch and releasing it when the window has lowered to the position you want H Horn To sound the horn press either horn symbol on your steering wheel Tilt Wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before youdrive 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 w...

Page 79: ...he turn is finished the leverwill return automatically A green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lanechange just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows don t f...

Page 80: ...g cycle turn the band to MIST Hold it there until the wipers start then let go The wipers will stop after one cycle If you want more cycles hold the band on MIST longer You can set the wiper speed for a longor short delay between wipes This can be very 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 atlow speed torn the b...

Page 81: ... overload L At the top of the turn signal lever there s a paddle with the word PUSH on it To spray washerfluid on the windshield just push the paddle The washer will continue to spray until you release the paddle The wipers will clear the window and wipe a few more times beforestopping or returning to the previous s etting CAUTION I A fluid can be dangerous A e Driving without washer bad mud splas...

Page 82: ...n really help on long trips Cruise Control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h When you apply your brakes orpush the clutch pedal if you have a manual transmission the Cruise Control shuts off I I 0 CruiseControl can be 2 dangerous where you I can t drive safely at a steady CAUTION II I speed So don t use your Cruise Control on winding roads or in heavy traffic dangerous on slippery...

Page 83: ...o the speed you want 3 Push in the set button at the end of 4 Take your foot off the accelerator the lever and release it pedal To Resume a Set Speed Supposeyou set your Cruise Controlat a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of cours e shuts off the Cruise Control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40km h or more YOU can move the Cruise Control switch from ON...

Page 84: ...gher speed Here s the first 1I Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed 2 Push the button at the end of the lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higherspeed c Move the Cruise switchfrom ON to RIA Hold it thereuntil you get up to the speedyou want and then release the switch To increase your speed in very smalI amounts move the switch to RIA f...

Page 85: ...iclewill slow down to the CruiseControl speedyou set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your Cruise Controlwill work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepnessof the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed Whengoing downhill you may have to brake or shiftto a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying ...

Page 86: ...operate your lower beam lights with fog lampsat all times or that headlights be turned on whenever you must use your windshield wipers In addition most jurisdictions prohibit driving solely with parking lights especiallyat dawn or dusk It is recommended that you check with your own state o r provincial highway authority for applicable lighting regulations Main Light Control The main light controli...

Page 87: ... be opene d without turning on the headlights by turning on the parking lights and lightly pressing in the headlight switch The headlight doors should be open when driving in icy or snowy conditions to prevent the doors from freezing closed and when washing the vehicle to help clean the headlights _ You can open the headlight doors manually 1 Turn on the headlights 2 Openthehood 3 Turn the retract...

Page 88: ...go out At dawn the exterior lights will go out and the front turn signal lights will come on if the headlight switch is off Of course you may still turn on the headlights any timeyou need to To idle your vehicle with the DRLoff set the parking brakewhile the ignition is in the Off or LOCK position Then start the vehicle The DRLwill stay off until you release the parking brake Fog Lights Option Use...

Page 89: ...door is opened Floor Mats Your Firebird s floor mats are custom fitted tothe foot wells Be sure the driver s floor matis in place If it isn t it could interfere with the acceleratoror brake pedals Mirrors Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror An inside rearview mirror is attached to your windshield The mirror has pivots so that you can adjustit up and down orside to side You can adjust the mirror for d...

Page 90: ... mirroror glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Maaual Remote Control Mirror Adjust the driver side outside mirror with the lever on the door Adjust the mirror so that you canjust see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position Electric Mirror Control Option The electric mirror control is on the driver s door To adjust either mirror move the center swi...

Page 91: ...ers could be injured Remove a T top panel only when the vehicle is parked panels while the vehicle is The door key unlocks the panels T u r n the key to the left Q unlock the p an el Then pull on the release handle to unlatch the panel Liftthe outer edge of the panel and pull it toward you A If aT toppanelisnotstored 1properly it could be thrown about the vehiclein a crashor dden maneuver People i...

Page 92: ...g you when you put it in the storage slot Push the handle closedto secure the panel in the slot To lock each panel in the storage area use yourdoor key b R T attached by pushing up on the underside of the panel I When installing panels be sure to align weatherstrips properly Panels incorrectly installed may leak everse the steps above to install the Ltop panels ...

Page 93: ... Check tosee if there are any gaps showing Unlatch the T top and adjust the sunshade as required 4 Once the sunshade is installed properly you can stick the Velcro buttons on the glass for a proper fit every time you install the sunshades To do this first remove the T top with the sunshade installed and place it upside down ona table or bench Take care not to scratch the glass 5 Pull the sunshade ...

Page 94: ...ops can still be removed and placed in their storage slots when the sunshades are attached Storage and Compartments Glove Box To open the glove box lift up on the lever Use your door key to lock and unlock it The glove box has a light inside Map Pocket Each door has amap pocket There may also be a map pocket on the back of the seats ...

Page 95: ...e close out panel is not closed and resting on the trim When carrying large or heavy items it is a good idea to open the panel andplace the items in the rear area An improperly stored close out i panel could be thrown about panel it cannot be removed Thenslide the close aut panel along could be injured If you remove the the groove in the trim uawel cover don t store it in your vehicle II the vehic...

Page 96: ...ay andLighter Front Ashtray 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 II I NOTICE I Cigarette Lighter To use the lighter push it in all the way and let go When it s ready it w i l l pop back by itsell...

Page 97: ...Features Controls ...

Page 98: ... 7 AudioSystem 43 Glave Box 9 Comfort Controls IO CigaretteLighter 11 ParkingBrakeLever 12 Cupholder 13 Storage Console andCassette Tape Compact Disc Storage as equipped 14 Ashtray Manual Transmission 15 Shift Lever 16 Ashtray AutomaticTransmission 17 Rear Window Defogger Switch 18 SteeringWheelControls 19 RemoteHatch Release 9 7 I ...

Page 99: ...Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven in either miles used in the U S or kilometers used in Canada Your Pontiac s odometer is tamper resistant If YQU can see silver lines between the numbers probably someone has tried to turn it back The numbers may not be true U S shown Canada similar You may wonder what happens if your Pontiac needs a new odometer installed If possible the new...

Page 100: ...n your vehicle The ictures will help you locate them Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to your warninglights and gages could also save you or others from injury Warning lights goon when there may be or is a problem withone of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the detail...

Page 101: ...an dgages They re a big help I I 100 Fuel Gage Your fuel gage shows about how much fuel is in your tank The fuel gage works only when the ignition switch is in the Run position When the gage pointer first indicates E you still have a little fuel left about one to two gallons but you need to get more right away Here are four concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage All these situations are...

Page 102: ...ur parking brake and will stay on if your parking brake doesn t releasefully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem If the light comeson while driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedalis harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicletowe...

Page 103: ... stays on or comes on again while you re driving your Pontiac needs service Unless the regular brake system warning light is also on you will still have brakes but not anti lock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on see Brake System Warning Light earlierin this part When your anti lock system is working the messageLOW TRAC will appear on your instrument cluster This means tha...

Page 104: ... is running and it stays there you may have 3 problem withthe electrical charging system Have it checked right away Driving with the voltmeter reading in a warning zone could drain your battery If you idle your engine for a while the voltmeter reading might move into the yellow zone If the reading stays in the yellow zone while you are driving you may have a problem with the electrical charging sy...

Page 105: ...problem You should take your vehiclein for service soon Engine Oil Pressure Gage This gage tells youif there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure The engine oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressurein psi pounds per square inch in the U S or kPa kilopascals in Canada when the engine is running Oil pressure shouldbe 20 to 80 psi 140 to550 kPa It may vary with engine speed outside ...

Page 106: ...thers could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced Check Gages Light x This light will come on briefly w6en you are starting theengine If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving check your gages to see if they arein the Eglected oil problems can be cost warning areas 105 ...

Page 107: ... low You may need to add oil See Engine Oil in the Index Low Coolant Light V8 Engine This light should come on while you are starting your engine If the light doesn t come on have it repaired The light also c orneson when the coolant in your radiator is low You may need to add coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index Driving witht h e w 1 light on couId cause vour Pontiacto in the Index Your Pontia...

Page 108: ...g and DefrostingWindows 110 Air Conditioner Controls 110 Cooling 111 Flow ThroughVentilationSystem 112 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player 114 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Graphic Equalizer 117 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Graphic Equalizer 120 Understanding Radio Reception 126 Care ofYour Cassette Tape Player 126 Care of Your Compact Discs 127 Bi LevelHeating 109 Ven...

Page 109: ...ir flowing from the heating system Turn it to the right for warmerair and to the left for cooler air The temperature of the air can not be less than the temperature of the outside air Air Control Knob OFF The system is off 3 Air flows through the upperair vents 1 3 Air is directed through the upper air vents and the heater ducts t J This setting directsmost of the air through the heater duct and s...

Page 110: ...tly provide heat for the passenger areaof your vehicle See Engine Block Heater in the Index comfortable setting Bi Level Heating You may want to use bi level heating on cool but sunny days This setting directs cool air toward your body and warmer air toward your feet 1 Turnthe air controlknob to r 2 Turn the temperature control knob to 3 Turn the fan control knob to the right a comfortable setting...

Page 111: ...m cooling or quick cool down on very hot days This setting recirculates mostof the air inside your vehicle If it is used for long periods of time the air may become dry This setting directs air through the upper air vents A C Use for normal cooling on hot days it This settingcools outside air and directs through the upper air vents The air conditioner compressor operates in MAX A Cand in 9 3and wh...

Page 112: ...indow Press the switch to turn on the defogger An indicator light will come on to remind you that the defogger is on The defogger will turn off automatically after about ten minutes of use If you turn it on again the defogger will operate for about five minutes only You can also turn the defogger off by pressing the switchagain Do not attach anything like a temporary vehicle license or a decal acr...

Page 113: ...ng off This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle Audio Systems Your Delco audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure But you will get the most enjoyment outof it if you acqua...

Page 114: ...fore your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage 0 Adjust the volume 7ntrol to the lowest setting Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly I Hearing damage from loud I noise is almost undetectable Setting theClock AMlFM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player 1 Press SET 2 Within five seconds press and hold SEEK until the correcthour appears 3 Press and hold SEEK A...

Page 115: ...sette TapePlayer To Play the Radio Turn the upper knob to turn the system on or off Volume T u r n the upper knob to adjust the volume AM FM Press thelower knob to get AM or FM The lighted display shows your selection hne rurn the lower knobto choose radio tations Recall Press the upper knob to recall the station being playedor the clock display Seek Press SEEK or A andtheradio will tune to the ne...

Page 116: ...ons for up to eight stations four AM and four FM just 1 Tunein the station 2 Press SET SET will appear on the display for about five seconds 3 Within five seconds press one of the four pushbuttons Whenever you press that button the preset station will return Repeat these steps for each pushbutton You can preset three more stations on each band by pressinga pair of buttons next to each other at the...

Page 117: ...each side Tapeslonger than that are so thin they may not work wellin this player The longerside with the tape visiblegoes in first If you hearnothing or hearjust a garbled sound it may not be in squarely Press STOP EJECT to remove the tape and start over Once the tape is playing use the upper and lower knobsfor volume and balance iust as you do for radio The arrows show which side of the tape is p...

Page 118: ...ionbeing played orthe clock display Seek Press SEEK 4 or to go to the next lower or higher station and stay there Mute Press the upper knob to silence the sound Press itagain to bring back thesound AMAX With an AMAX certified receiver your radio can produce quality AM sound comparable to FM stereo AMAX reduces noise without reducingthe high frequencies you need for the best sound In addition to im...

Page 119: ...urn the audio system on or off 0 Adjust the volume ChooseAM FMl or FM2 0 Usetheseek and recall functions 0 Choose one of the preset stations on your pushbuttons Setting theTone Use the levers to set the bass midrange and treble until you get the sound you want The 60 and 250 levers adjust the bass 1K is midrange and3 5 K and 10K control the treble We suggest setting the 1K lever in the middle posi...

Page 120: ... tape must have at least three or four seconds of silence between each selection ro Replay the Current Selection Press PREV to play a selection again Program Press PROG to switch from one side of the tape to the other Your cassette tape player can play continuously because the player has an auto reverse feature CrO2 The CrOzbutton letsyou set the system for the typeof cassette beingused If you are...

Page 121: ...radio will tune to the next lower or higher station and stay there Mute Press the upperknob to silence the sound Press it again to bring back the sound AMAX With an AMAX certified receiver your radio can produce quality AM sound comparable to FM stereo AMAX reduces noise without reducing the high frequencies you need for the best sound In addition to improved sound quality AMAX ihcludes more stati...

Page 122: ...el to Turn the audio system on or off Adjust the volume Choose AM FM1 or FM2 Use the seek andrecall functions Choose one of the preset stations on your pushbuttons Setting the Tone Use the levers to set the bass midrange and treble until you get the sound you want The 60 and 250 levers adjust the bass 1K is midrange and 3 5 K and 10K control the treble We suggest setting the 1K lever in themiddle ...

Page 123: ...ck is playing Press it again within five seconds to see how long it has been playing The track numberalso appears when the disc is inserted To Play the Next Selection Press NEXT to hear the next track now instead of waiting until the present track is finished If you press and hold this buttonor press it more than once the disc will advance further To Replay the Current Selection Press PREV to hear...

Page 124: ... If it is used your system won t be usable if it s ever stolen Setting Your Security Code The instructions below tellyou how to enter a security code into the system If your vehicle loses battery powerfor any reason you must enter the security code again beforethe system will turnon 1 Write down any six digit number and keep it in a safe place 2 Turn the ignition switch to the ACCor 3 Turn the aud...

Page 125: ...pausing no more than 15seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition on Make sure the audio system is off The timewill show on the display 1 2 Press PREV and FWD together for five seconds SEC will show on the display 3 Press SET 000 will appear on the display 4 Press SEEK 4 or b and hold until the first digit of your code appears Release the button 5 Turn the lower knob until the second 6 Press the lo...

Page 126: ...pear on the display 5 Press SEEK 4 or and hold until the fourth digit of your code appears Release the button 4 Press the lower knob 000 will 6 Turn the lower knob until the fifth and sixth digits of your code appear 7 Press the lower knob SEC will appear and the unit will work If LOC shows the numbers did not match and the unit is still locked How to Change Your Security Code You can change your ...

Page 127: ...ations around the country use C QUAM to produce stereo though some do not C QUAM is a registered trademark of Motorola Inc If your Delco system can get C QUAM your STEREO light will come on when you re receiving it CareUIYour Cassette Tape Player A tape player thatis not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality ruined cassettes ora damaged mechanism Cassette tapes shouldbe stored in their...

Page 128: ...ght and dust If the surface of a disc is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and theouter edge Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mastantenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged If...

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Page 130: ... tips on driving Your Driving and the Road RoadSigns DrunkenDriving Control of a Vehicle Defensive Driving DrivingatNight Driving in the Rain Driving in Fog Mist and Haze City Driving Freeway Driving Driving a Long Distance i Hill and Mountain Roads ParkingonHills WinterDriving T wingaTrailer 130 134 135 138 151 154 156 158 159 161 164 166 168 171 ...

Page 131: ...ral warning Slow down andbe careful when you seea yellow sign It may signal a railroad crossing ahead a no passing zone or some other potentially dangerous situation Likewise a yellow solid line painted on the road means Don tCross A LOW SHOULDER FLAGGER WORKERS AHEAD AHEAD ORANGE indicates road construction or maintenance You ll want to slow down when you see an orange sign as part of the road ma...

Page 132: ... means STOP It is always redwith white letters END DIVIDEDHIGHWAY A DIAMOND shaped sign isa warning of something ahead for example the end of a divided highway a curve steep hill soft shoulder or a narrow bridge V YIELD A TRIANGLE pointeddownward indicates YIELD Itassigns the right of way to traffic on certain approaches to an intersection A TRIANGULAR sign also is used on two lane roads to indica...

Page 133: ...bols A picture within a circle with a diagonal line across it shows what not to do I 1 I 1 i 1 1 1 I 1 Traffic Lights We re all familiarwith traffic lights or stop lights Often green arrowsare being used in the lights for improved traffic 2ontrol On some multilane roads green srrows lightup indicating that traffic in one or more lanescan moveor make a turn Green arrows don t mean go no matter what...

Page 134: ...markings add to traffic signs and signals They give information to drivers without taking attention from the roadway A solid yellow line on your side of the road or lane means don t cross Your Own Signals Drivers signal to others too It s not only more polite it s safer to let other drivers know what you are doing And in some places the law requiresdriver signals Turn and lane change signals Alway...

Page 135: ...ce in your Pontiac Buckle up See Safety Belts in the Index Defensive driving really means be ready for anything On city streets rural roads or freeways it means always expect the unexpected Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to becareless and make mistakes Anticipate whatthey might do Be ready for their mistakes Expect children to dash out from behind parked cars often followedby o...

Page 136: ... fact GM Research studies show that the most and the least dangerous times for driving every week fall on the same day That day is Sunday The most dangerous time is Sunday from 3 a m to 4 a m The safes time is Sunday from 10a m to 11 a m Driving the same distance on a Sunday ai 3 a m isn tjust alittle more dangerous than it is at 10a m It s about 134times more dangerous That leads to the next sect...

Page 137: ...ohol is in the drink The drinker s body weight The amount of foodthat is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken drinker to consume the alcohol the According to the American Medical Association a 180 pound 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0 06percent The person would reach the sameBAC by drinking th...

Page 138: ...effects are worse at night All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that thechance of being in an accident increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent three beers in one hour for a 180 pound or 82 kg person has doubled his or her chance of having an accident At a BAC level of 0 10 percent the chanc...

Page 139: ...driving is I very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions and judgment will be affected by even a small amountof alcohol You could have a serious or even fatal accident if you drive after drinking Please don t drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you re with a group designate a driver who will not drink I Control ofa Vehicle You have three systems that m...

Page 140: ...istance in an emergency so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important And of course actual stopping distances vary greatly with thesurface of the road whether it s pavementor gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread and the conditionof your brakes Most drivers treat their brakes withcare Some however overwork the braking system with poor drivinghabits 0 0 i m ...

Page 141: ...ICE I 140 liyou keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking That meansbetter braking and longer brake life B If your engine ever stops while you re driving brake normally but don t pump your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist Butyou will use it...

Page 142: ...r clicking noise And you may even notice that your brake pedal movesa little while this is going on This is the ABS system testing itself Ifyou have yourfoot on the brake pedal this check won t happen until the vehicle goes about3 mph 5km h or until you takeyour foot off the brake pedal If there sa problem with the anti lock brake system theABS INOP warning light will stayon or flash See Anti Lock...

Page 143: ...the obstacle while raking hard is you brake your computer keeps eceiving updateson wheel speed and ontrols braking pressure accordingly Anti lock doesn t change the L time youneedtogetyour foot I up tothebrakepedal If youget too 1 close 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 room up ahead to stop even thoug...

Page 144: ... an accident When you hear the brake wear warningsound have your vehicle serviced on um 3 arlve rake pads could resu Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when thebrakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Rear Drum Brakes If you have rear drumbrakes they don t have wear indicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubb...

Page 145: ...t properly If your brake pedalgoes down farther than normal your rear drum brakes may need adjustment Adjust themby backing up and firmlyapplying the brakes a few times Braking in Emergencies Use youranti lock braking system when you need to Withanti lock you can steer and brakeat the same time In many emergencies steering can helpyou more than even the very best braking Steering Power Steering If...

Page 146: ...cceleration can overwhelmthose places where thetires meet the roadand make you lose control What shouldyou do if this ever happens Let up on the accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and slow down Speed limit signs nearcurves warn that you should adjust your speed Of course the postedspeeds are based on good weather and roadconditions Under less favorable conditions you ll ...

Page 147: ...er around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requiresclose attention anda quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180degrees very quickly without removingeither hand But you haveto act fast steer quickly and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoide...

Page 148: ... right front tire scrubs against the side of the pavement do NOT steer more sharply Withtoo much steering angle the vehicle mayjump back onto the road with so much steering input that itcrosses over into theoncoming traffic before you can bring it back undercontrol Instead ease off again on the accelerator and steering input straddle the pavement once more then try again Passing The driver of a ve...

Page 149: ...u want to pass isn t aware of your presence tap the horn a couple of times before passing Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your areaof vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle Also you won t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slowsor stops Keep backa reasonable distance...

Page 150: ...e at a time on two lane roads Reconsider before passing the next vehicle Don t overtakea slowly moving vehicle too rapidly Even though the brake lightsare not flashing it may be slowing down orstarting to turn If you re being passed makeit easy for the following driver to get ahead of you Perhapsyou can ease a little to the right loss of Control Let s review what driving experts say about what hap...

Page 151: ... enough your vehicle will straighten out As it does straighten the front wheels Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving ona surfacew...

Page 152: ...riving in the Index for more on this problem Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce theglare from headlights behind you 0 0 0 0 Since you can t see as well you may need to slow down andkeep more space between you and other vehicles It s hard to tell how fastthe vehicle ahead is goingjust by looking at its taillights Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlights can light up only...

Page 153: ...king railway crossings You may want to puton your sunglassesafter you have pulledinto a brightly lighted service or refreshment area Eyes shielded from that glare may adjust morequickly to darknessback on the road But be sure to remove yoursunglassesbefore you leave the service area You can be temporarily blinded by approaching lights It can takea second or two or even several seconds for your eye...

Page 154: ...t Driving Suggestions Keep your windshield andall the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much worse bydirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build upa film caused by dust Tobacco smoke also makes insideglass surfaces very filmy and can be a vision hazard if it s left there Dirty glass makes lightsdazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pup...

Page 155: ...wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking Road spray can often be worse for vision than rain especiallyif it comes froma dirty road So it is wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled Replace your windshield wiper inserts when t...

Page 156: ...are of hydroplaning You could drive along for some time without realizing your tires aren t in constant contact with the road You could find out the hard way when you have to slow turn move outto pass or if you get hit by a gust of wind You could suddenly find yourselfout of control Hydroplaning doesn t happen often But it can if your tires haven t much tread or if the pressure in one or more is l...

Page 157: ...ning hard e Besides slowing down allow some extra followingdistance And be especially carefulwhen you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear raom ahead and be prepared to have your view restrictedby m d spray If the road sprayis so heavy yau are actually blinded dropback Don t pass until conditions improve Going maredowly is better than having an accident a Use yourdefogger if it he ps e H...

Page 158: ... valley and low marshy areas You can be suddenly enveloped in thick wet haze that may even coat your windshield You can often spot these fog patches or mist layers with your headlights But sometimes they can be waiting for you as you comeover a hill or dip into a shallow valley Start your windshield wipers and washer to help clear accumulated road dirt Slow down carefully Tips on Driving in Fog If...

Page 159: ...proaching traffic m m m I58 Pass Qthetvehicles in fog only if you can see far enough ahead to pass safely Even then be prepared to delay your pass if you suspect thefog is worse up ahead If other vehicles try to pass you make it easy for them CityDriving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amountof traffic on them You ll wantto watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pa...

Page 160: ... road weather and visibility conditions You may need to drive below the posted limit in bad weather or when visibility is especiallypoor Pull to the right with care andstop clear of intersectionswhen you see or hear emergency vehicles Freeway Driving Mile for mile freeways also called thruways parkways expressways turnpikes or superhighways are the safest of all roads But they haveltheir own speci...

Page 161: ...in the right lane unlessyou want to pass If you are on a two lane freeway treatthe right lane as the slow lane andthe left lane as the passing lane If you are on a three lane freeway treat the right laneas the slower speed through lane the middle laneas the higher speed through lane and the left lane as the passing lane Before changing lanes check your rearview mirrors Thenuse your turn signal Jus...

Page 162: ...al as extra warning that you are about to slow down and exit The exit ramp can be curved sometimes quite sharply Theexit speed is usually posted Reduce your speed according to your speedometer not to your sense of motion After driving for any distance at higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are For example 40 mph 65 km h might seem like only20 mph 30 km h Obvi...

Page 163: ... full Are all windows clean inside andoutside Wiper Blades Are they in good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have you checked all levels Lights Are they all working Are the lenses clean Tires They are vitally important to a safe trouble free trip Is the tread good enoughfor long distance driving Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure WeatherForecasts What sthe weather outIook alo...

Page 164: ...lackof awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Don t let it happento you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnos...

Page 165: ...n If you drive regularly in steep country or if you re planning to visit there here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable Keep yourvehicle in goodshape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mountain roads Know how to go down hills The most important thingto know is this let your engine do some of the ...

Page 166: ... the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane That way you won t be surprised by a vehicle coming towardyou in the same lane It takes longer to pass another vehicle when you re going uphill You ll want to leave extra room topass If a vehicle is passingyou and doesn t have enough room slow down to make it easier for the other vehicle to get by 0 0 As you go over thetop of a hill be a...

Page 167: ...ow to use your parking brake see Parking Brake in the Index But on a mountain or steep hill you can do one more thing You can turn your front wheels to keep your vehiclef r o m rollingdownhill or out into traffic Here how Parking Downhill Turn your wheelsto the right You don t havetojam your tires against the curb if there is a curb A gentle contact is all you need Parking Uphill If there is a cur...

Page 168: ...roperly the weightof the vehicle may put too much force on the parkingpawl in the transmission You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of P Park This is called torque lock To prevent torque lock alwaysbe sure to shift intoP Park properly before you leavethe driver s seat To find out how see Shifting into P Park in the Index When you are readyto drive move the shift lever out of P Par...

Page 169: ...raper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bagof sand a piece of old carpet ora couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on...

Page 170: ...en more Yo uranti lock brakes improve your ability to make ahard stopon a slippery road Even though you havethe anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock in the Index Allow greater following distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit aspot that s covered with ice On an otherwise clear ...

Page 171: ...sor extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm You can run the engine to keep warn but be careful CAUTION Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You can t seeit or smell it so you mi...

Page 172: ...gine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as little as Towing a Trailer possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get out of thevehicleand do some fairlyvigorous If you don t use the correct exercises every half hour or so until help comes If You re Stuck inDeep Snow This manualexplains how to get the vehicle outof deep...

Page 173: ...ips and safety rules Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer Load pulling components such as the engine transmission wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder against the drag of the added weight The engine is required to operate at relatively higher speeds and under greater loads generating ...

Page 174: ...er weigh more than 1 500pounds 680kg under normal driving conditions It should never weigh more than 1 000pounds 450kg when driven on long grades at high ambient temperatures But even that can be too heavy It depends on how you plan to use your rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important And it can also depend...

Page 175: ...s maximum load capacity The trailer tongue A should weigh 10 of the total loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately tosee if the weightsare proper If they aren t you may beable to get them right simplyby moving some items aroundin the trailer Total Weighton Your Vehicle s Tires Be sure your vehicle s tires are inflated to the limit fo...

Page 176: ...s the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tonguewill not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer orby the trailer manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for attaching safety chains Always leave just enough slackso you can turn with your rig And never allow safety chains t...

Page 177: ...e the brakes are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lights and any trailer brakesare still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle withouta trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy...

Page 178: ...nk drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving on Grades 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 have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well On a long uphill grade shift down ...

Page 179: ...meone place chocks under the I trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb theload apply your parking brake and then shift to P Park or R Reverse for a manual transmission 4 Reapply the regular brakes Then 5 Release the regular brakes When You Are Ready to Leave after Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedaldown whi...

Page 180: ...portantin trailer operationare automatic transmission fluid don toverfill engine oil axle lubricant belts cooling system and brake adjustment Eachof these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to reviewthese sections before you start your trip Check periodicallyto see that all hitch nuts and boltsare tight ...

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Page 182: ...ut some problemsthat can occur on the road Part 5 Problems on the Road HazardWarning Flashers 182 lump Starting 183 rowing Your Vehicle 188 EngineOverheating 191 fa Tire Goes Flat 202 fYou re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 213 181 9 9 9 ...

Page 183: ...e your front and rear turn signal lights flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in I d To turn off the flashers pull out on the collar When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m...

Page 184: ...ut please follow the steps below todo it safely CAUTION A Batteries can hurtyou TI can be dangerous because 0 They contain acid that can bum you 0 They contain gas thatcan explode or ignite a They containenough electricity to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you I 1 II 183 ...

Page 185: ...ause a ground connection you don t want You wouldn t beable to start your Pontiac and the badgrounding could damage the electrical systems A You could be injured if the vehicles roll Setthe parking brake firmly on each vehicle Put an automatic transmission in P Park or a manual transmission in Neutral 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Turn off all lightsthat aren t needed and radios This wi...

Page 186: ...hicle But if a battery hasfiller caps be sure the right amountof fluid is there If it is low add waterto take care of thatfirst If you don t explosive gas could be present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Don t get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medicalh c immediately II 5 Check that thejumper cables don t have loos...

Page 187: ...e red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery Usea remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one I Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one But don t use the junction block on your Pontiac ...

Page 188: ... from the dead battery but not nearengine parts that move The electrical connectionisjust as good there butthe chance of sparks getting backto the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery andrun the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service 12 Remove the cables in reverse order to pr...

Page 189: ...e towed from the frontor rear with sling type equipment drive vehicle 0 That yourvehicle h as rear wheel The make model and year of your Whether you can still move the shift 0 If there was an accident what was When the towing service arrives let the tow operator know that this manual contains detailed towing instructims and illustrations The operator may want to see them lever damaged I I I A To h...

Page 190: ...or farther than50 miles 80km or your transmission will bedamaged If these limits must be exceeded then the rear wheels have to be supported on a dolly I A vehicle can fall from a car carrier if it isn t properly secured This can cause a collision serious personal injury and vehicle damage The vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or steel cables before it is transported Don t use substitut...

Page 191: ... car carrier pipes and hoses or the ABS sensor I 1 NOTICE and wiring IIF equipment Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment lowing avehicle over rough surtaces could damage avehicle Damage can occur from both vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment contact To help avoid damage install a towing dolly and raise vehicle until proper clearance is obtained between I 190...

Page 192: ...equipment Use safety chains and wheel straps on your Pontiac s instrument panel You may also find a low coolant warning light on your Pontiac instrument panel could damage a vehicle Damage can occur from bothvehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment contact To help avoid damage install a towing dolly and raise vehicle until proper clearanceis obtained between I ...

Page 193: ...ly damaged The costly repairs wouldnot be covered by your warranty I f No Steam Is Coming fromYour Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam the problemmay not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little toohot when you 0 Climb a long hill on a hotday Stop after highspeeddriving 0 Idleforlongperiods in traffic Tow a trailer ...

Page 194: ...the warning doesn t come backon you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam you can idle the engine for two or three minutes while you re parked to see if the warning stops But then if you still have the warning TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND GET EVERYONE OUTOF THE VEHICLE until it cools down You may decide not to lift ...

Page 195: ...lse until it cools down When it is cool remove the coolant recov ery tankcap and look at the dipstick The coolanl level should be at or above FULL COLD If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system A Heater and radiator hoses and 4 b otherengineparts can bevery I hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t ...

Page 196: ...er antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mix Adding only plain waterto your coolingsystem can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid likealcohol can boil before the propercoolant mix will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix With plain water or the wrong mix your engine could g...

Page 197: ...ant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above FULL COLD start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing YOU can try You can add the proper coolant mix directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is COO before you do it I CAUTION...

Page 198: ...ssure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left until it first stops Don 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 I _ L 3 Fill the radiator with the proper mix up to the base of the filler neck ...

Page 199: ...radiator pressure capoff I 6 Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine fan s 0 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck ...

Page 200: ...ne I 1 You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left until 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 ...

Page 201: ...e parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant I on a hot engine 3 After theengine cools open the air bleed valves onthe heater return hose and water pump inlet 4 Fill with the proper mix Add coolant until you see a steady streamof coolant coming from the bleed valves 5 Closethebleedvalves ...

Page 202: ...led coolant from the engine and compartment 8 Start the engineand allow it to run in idle for approximately four minutes By this time the coolant level inside the radiator will be lower Add more of the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 201 ...

Page 203: ...vel I f a Tire Goes Flat It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot ...

Page 204: ...ire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on your hazard warning flashers Changing atire can cause an injury The vehicle can slip off the jack and rol II over you or other people You and they could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in P ...

Page 205: ...m panel over the spare tire Usea coin ora key to turn the screw headsuntil the slots point front and back Lift the trim panel and move it out of the way If you have speakers in the trim panel the speaker wire shouldbe long enough to remove the trim panel without disconnecting the wire 1 To remove thejack and wheel wrench loosen and remove the bolt and remove the plastic cover ...

Page 206: ...and adapter and pull out the spare 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 Start with the jack A and wheel wrench B 205 9 9 ...

Page 207: ...p with the wheel wrench If your vehicle has optional alloy wheels each wheel may have one locknut in place of the standard wheel nut A special wheel lock key removal tool and instructionsare located in the center console Attach the wheel lockkey to the socket of the wheel wrench Remove the locking wheel nut by turning counterclockwise ...

Page 208: ...firmly into the notch nearest the flat tire f hay away from themoldings or fender langes to avoid damagingthem 1 Getting under a vehicle when it L is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack I 207 9 9 9 ...

Page 209: ...allow the veh to fall offthe jack Be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising your vehi Raise the vehicle by rotating the wheelRemoveallthe wheelnutsandtake off wrench clockwise Raise the vehicle far theflattire enough off the ground so theire is enough room for the spare tire to fit ...

Page 210: ...per towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush her if you need to tu gst all therust or dirt off Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces or spare wheel Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface A Neveruse oil orgrease on b studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident I Replace the wheel nuts with ...

Page 211: ...t tire repaired or replaced Incorrect wheel nuts or L improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them besure to get the right kind Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100pound feet 140Nom Center caps won t fit on yo...

Page 212: ... tire using the storage instructions When you replace the trim panel besure to tuck it under the weatherstrip 1 TrimPanel 2 Bolt 3 Cover 4 Jack 5 Wing Nut 6 Adapter 7 CompactSpareTire 8 Full Size Tire 9 CarpetFlap 10 TireStorage Bolt L 211 ...

Page 213: ...t spare was fully inflatedwhenyourvehiclewas mew it I can lose air after a time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 60 psi 420 kPa The compact spare is made to go up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your tripand have your full size tire repaired or replaced where you want Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as s00n as you can Your spare will las...

Page 214: ...or If You re Stuck In NOTICE Don t use your compact spareon some other vehicle And don t mix your compact spare or wheel with other wheels or tires They won t fit Keep your spare and its wheel together must use caution ...

Page 215: ...erse and a forward gear or with a manual transmission between First or Second gear and Reverse spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightlyon the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear If that doesn t getyou out after a few tries you may need to be towed out If youdo need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index ...

Page 216: ...kingThingsundertheHood 221 EngineOil 224 Air Cleaner 228 Automatic Transmission Fluid 231 ManualTransmissionFluid 234 HydraulicClutch 235 EngineCoolant 237 PowerSteeringFluid 241 WindshieldWasherFluid 242 Brake Master Cylinder 242 Battery 245 BulbReplacement 245 LoadingYourVehicle 250 AppearanceCare 260 AppearanceCareandMaintenanceMaterials 269 VehicleIdentificationNumber VIN 270 Service Parts Ide...

Page 217: ...bout howto service ya Pontiac than this manual can To order tne proper service manual see Service Publications in the Index You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record in the Index l v e You can be inprea IT you try to a do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure youhavesufficien...

Page 218: ...t s easy to be sure you get the right kind of gasoline unleaded You ll see UNLEADED right on the pump And only unleaded nozzles will fit into your vehicle s filler neck Be sure the posted octane is at least 87 If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If it s badenough it can damage your engine If you re using fuel rated at 87 octane or higher and you still he...

Page 219: ...91 at least 89 for middle grade and 87 for regular If theoctane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when youdrive If it s bad enough it can damage your engine If you re using fuel ratedat 91 octane or higher andyou still hear heavyknocking your engine needs service But don t worry if you heara little pinging noise when you reaccelerating or driving up a hill That s normal and you do...

Page 220: ...olines with these blending materials such as MTBE and ethanol By doing so you can help clean the air especially in those partsof the country that have high carbon monoxide levels In addition some gasoline suppliers are now producing reformulated gasolines These gasolines are specially designed to reduce vehicle emissions General Motors recommends thatyou use reformulated gasoline By doing so you c...

Page 221: ... by your warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN General Motorsof Canada Ltd International Export Sales P O Box 828 Oshawa OntarioL1H 7N1 Canada Filling Your...

Page 222: ...ler 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 noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way When you put the cap back on turn it to the right until you hear a clickingnoise I CAUTION w C hecklng Ihings under the Hood Hood Release To open the hood first pull the handle inside thevehicle ...

Page 223: ...he engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan When you open the hood you ll see 1 Battery 2 Engine Coolant Reservoir 3 Engine OilDipstick 4 Automatic TransmissionDipstick 5 AirCleaner if equipped 3 4L L32 CodeS 6 OilFillCap 7 BrakeFluidReservoir 8 PowerSteeringReservoir 9 WindshieldWasherReservoir 10 EngineFan 11 Clutch Fluid Reservoir if equipped ...

Page 224: ...ervoir IO Engine Fans 11 Clutch Fluid Reservoir if equipped I lnlngs mar Durn can gel UII 1101 I engine parts and start a fire I nese include liquids like gasoline qil coolant brake fluid windshield vasherandother fluids and plastic I or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on T...

Page 225: ...he vehicle must be onlevel ground I 224 Y 5 7 L LT1 Code P Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level To Check Engine Oil 3 4L L32 CodeS Engine Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towelor cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip lower ...

Page 226: ...keeping the ip lower 3 4L L32 Code S When to Add Oil If the oil is at or below theADD line then you ll needto add some oil But you must use theright kind This section explains what kindof oil to use Forcrankcase capacity see Capacitiesand Specifications inthe Index 5 7 L LT1 CodeP Just fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick allthe way back in when...

Page 227: ... SAE W 3 0 PREFERRED COLD WEATHER IF NEITHER SAE 5W 30 NORSAE1OW 30 GRADE OILS AREAVAILABLE SAE 30 GRADE MAY BEUSEDATTEMPERATURESABOVE 40 DEGREES F 4 DEGREESC DO NOTUSESAE1OW 40 SAE 2OW 50 OR ANYOTHERGRADE OIL NOTRECOMMENDED S A E 5W 30 As shown in the viscosity chart SAE 5W 30 is best for your vehicle However you can use SAE 1OW 30 if it s goingto be 0 F 18 C or above These numberson an oil conta...

Page 228: ...The engineis at low speed most of the time as in door to door delivery or in stop and go traffic 0 Youtow a trailer often 0 Most trips are through dusty places If any one of these is true for your vehicle then you need to change your oil and filter every 3 000miles 5 000km or 3 months whichever comesfist If noneof them is true change the oil every 7 500miles 12 500km or 12 months whichever comesfi...

Page 229: ...he environment If you change your ownoil be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on theground into sewers or into streams or bodiesof water Instead recycle it by taking itto a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask your dealer aservice station or a local...

Page 230: ...sn 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 If the air cleanerIS oft a backtire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into yo engine which will dama Always have the air clea when you re driving Air Filter Replacement To remove theair filter 1 Remove the two plasticpins by pulling th...

Page 231: ...Service Appearance Care 2 Disconnect the plastic clamp on the duct Pull apart the connection 3 Pull the air cleaner straight up Unclamp the metalclips I i c 4 Open the air cleaner and remove the filter ...

Page 232: ...eading on the dipstick I I NOTICE E Wait at least30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving When outside temperatures are above At high speed for quite a while 90 F 32 C In heavy traffic especially in hot Whilepullingatrailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180 Fto 200 F 82 C to 93 C To check transmissionfl...

Page 233: ...t check mustfollow when fluidis added during a cold check To check the fluid hotor cold 0 0 0 0 Park your vehicle ona level place Place the shift lever in P Park with the parking brakeapplied With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever througheach gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in P Park Let the engine run at idle for three minutes...

Page 234: ...use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index If the fluid levelis low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to theCOLD area for a cold check or the HOT area for a hot check It doesn t take much fluid generally less than a pint Don t overfill We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRONB IIE because fluids with that label are made especially for your automatic transm...

Page 235: ...h or too little nula can damage your transmission Too ch can mean that some of th Id could come out and fall on gine parts starting a fire Be get anaccurate reading if yo eck your transmissionfluid Check the fluid level only when your engine is off the vehicle is parked on a level place andthe transmission is cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the transmission case Then follow these steps...

Page 236: ...l the filler plug Be sure the plug is fully seated Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutchin your vehicle is self adjusting When to Check and What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your clutch master cylinder reservoir and what to add See Owner Checks and Services and Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index How to Check The pro...

Page 237: ...t See Periodic Maintenance Inspections in the Index 236 How to Check Lubricant If the levelis below the bottomof the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Standard and Limited Slip Differential Use Axle Lubricant GM Part No 1052271 or SAE 8OW 90 GL 5 gear lubricant ...

Page 238: ...reeze that meets GM Specification 1825M which won tdamage aluminum parts You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M with a complete coolant flush and refill If you use this mixture you don t need to add anythingelse P A I I T l n N your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the propercoolant mix will Your vehicle...

Page 239: ...crack the radiator heater core and other parts Adding Coolant To Check Coolant When your engine is cold check the dipstick on the cap of the coolant recoverytank The coolant level should beat FULL COLD or a little higher When your engineis warm the level on the dipstick should be up to FULL HOT or a little higher If you have the5 7LLT1 Code P engine and this light comes on it means you re low on e...

Page 240: ...eating inthe Index Add coolant mix atthe reovery tank but Turning the radiator pressure be careful not to spill it cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquidsto blow out and burn you badly Never turn the pressure cap even alittle when the engine and radiatorar hot You can be L coolant onhot engine parts Coolant containsethylene glycol and it will bum if the engine...

Page 241: ... cap an A P cap is recommended I hermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostatin the engine coolant system The thermostat stops the flow of zoolant through the radiatoruntil the oolant reaches a preset temperature When you replace your thermostat an AC thermostat is recommended ...

Page 242: ...nginecompartment is hot the level should be at the H mark When the engine compartment is cool the level should be atthe C mark What to Add Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index I I W U I IWI When adding power steering fluid or making a complete fluid change always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fl...

Page 243: ...d cold This allows for expansion which COLI Brake Master Cylinder Your brake master cylinderis here It is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid There are only two reasonswhy the brake fluid level in your master cylinder might go down The first is that the brake fluid goes downto an acceptable level during normal brake liningwear When new linings are put in the fluid level goes back up The other reason is ...

Page 244: ...en work is done on the brake hydraulic system Lefer to the Maintenance Schedule to etermine whento check your brake luid See Periodic Maintenance nspections in the Index T o Che lErzvkeFluid You a n 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 If it isn t haveyour brake system checked to see...

Page 245: ...is new When you replace partsof your braking system for example when your brake linings wear down and you have to have new ones put in be sure you get new genuine GM replacement parts If you don t your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking pe...

Page 246: ... from running down Gnu I I V I V Batteries haveacid that can L burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurtif you aren t careful See imp Starting in the Index for tips OR working arounda battery without getting hurt I Contact yourdealer to learnhow to prepare your vehicle for longerstorage periods Bulb Replacement For the proper typeof replacement bulb see Replacement Bulbs in the Index...

Page 247: ...en the headlight door by hand See Headlight Doors in the Index 2 Unscrew the bezel with a screwdriver and m o v e it 11 3 Remove the screws and pull aut the bulb housing 4 Pull out the bulb and disconnect the 5 Reverse the steps with a new bulb electrical connector ...

Page 248: ...n the stoplight lens 2 Gently pull the assembly out and remove the bulb from the back of the assembly 3 Reverse the steps with a new bulb Front firn Signal 1 Using a screwdriver remove the plastic screws from thedeflector under the vehicle Move thedeflector out of the way 247 ...

Page 249: ...nd the 3 Pull out the bulb 4 Reverse the steps with a new bulb bulb 9 9 248 Rear Lights To change anyrear bulb you haveto remove the entire housing 1 Remove thetrimpanel from the side 2 Pullthecarpetback that you are replacing the bulb 3 Remove the wing nuts ...

Page 250: ...bulk 1 Remove the screw fiam the 2 TQpull out the bulb hauBiing tilt the sidemarker assembly housing to remove the t bd end 3 T u r ncounterclockwiseand pull out 4 Pull out the bulb 5 Reversethe steps with a new bulb the socket and the bulb 1 ...

Page 251: ...canbe in your vehicle and the total weightthat you can carry This weightis called the Vehicle Capacity Weight andincludes the weight of all occupants cargo andall nonfactory installed options MFDBY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWRFRT G A W RR The other label is the Certificationlabel found on the rearedge of the driver s door It tells you thegross weight capacity of your vehicle called the GVWR ...

Page 252: ... your vehicle Try to spregA weight evenly 0 Never stack heavier thin like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats 0 When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can unless you need to 0 Don t leave a seat folded dow1 comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer These tiresare warranted by the tire manufacturers an...

Page 253: ...s at the recommended pressure 1 1 Worn old tires can cause inflation pressures to those listed on the accidents If your tread is badly Tire Loading Informationlabel Never worn or if vour tires have been I inflate the tires higher thanthe maximum I The Tire Loading Informationlabel which is on the driver s door shows the Zorrect inflation pressuresfor your tires when they re cold Cold means your ve...

Page 254: ...e ta put them backon They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspectionand Ratation Tomake yourtires last longer have them inspected androtated at the mileages recommended in the Maintenance Schedule See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index If YOU don t haveP24515OZR16sizetires use the rotation patternshown above for your size tires After the tires have b n rotated adj...

Page 255: ...ve only 2 32 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tire i f 0 You can see the indicators at three 11 0 You can see cord or fabric showing places around the tire through the tire s rubber or snagged deep enough to show cord 0 The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or fabric D The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well bec...

Page 256: ...ires couldcause you to lose control whiledriving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle maynot handle properly and you could have a crash Be sure 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 limited use on your vehicle Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following informatio...

Page 257: ...ns 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 straight ahead traction tests anddoes not include cornering turning traction Temperature A B C The temperature grades areA the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generationof heat and its abili...

Page 258: ...l Motors performance standards and have been approved for use on General Motors vehicles All passenger type P Metric tires must conform to Federal safety requirements in addition to these grades Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheelson your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tirelife and best overall performance In most cases you will not need t...

Page 259: ...pacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your Pontiac model I A Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts orwheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous ...

Page 260: ...t use tire chains they can damage your vehicle If you have other tires use tire chains only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are theproper size foryour tires Install them on the rear tires and tighten them as tightlyas possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and...

Page 261: ... clean your Pontiac be sure to follow the instructions And always open your doors or windows when you re cleaning the inside Never use these to clean your vehicle NOTICE I I Gasoline Carbon Tetrachloride Turpentine Benzene Acetone Lacquer Thinner I Naphtha Paint Thinner 0 Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they canall damage your vehicle too I 9 9 260 Don7 use ...

Page 262: ...ponge and change toa clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn Use solvent type cleaners in a well ventilated areaonly If you use them don t saturate the stained area If a ring formsafter spot cleaning clean theentire area immediatelyor it will set Using Foam Type Cleaner on Fabric 0 0 0 0 0 0 Vacuum and brush thearea to remove any loosedirt Always clean a whole trim panel o...

Page 263: ...ic st see if you have to use solvent type leaner at all Some spots and stains will lean off better with just water and mild oap f you needto use it then B Gently scrape excesssoil from the trim materialwith a clean dull knife or scraper Use very littlecleaner light pressure and cleancloths preferably cheesecloth Cleaning should start at the outside of the stain feathering toward the center Keepcha...

Page 264: ...tains Like catsup coffee black egg fruit fruitjuice milk soft drinks wine vomit urine and blood 0 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water 0 If a stain remains follow the foam type instructionsabove If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treatthe area with a waterbaking soda solution 1teaspoon 5 ml of baking soda to 1 cup 250 ml of lukewarm water 0 Fi...

Page 265: ...g the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfacesof the instrumentpanel Sprays containing siliconesor waxes may cause annoying reflectionsin the windshield and even makeit difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry ADo not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may severely weaken them In a ...

Page 266: ... or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outsideof the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon Ami Powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is cleanif beads do not form when you rinse it with water Clean the bladeby wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked infull strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water ...

Page 267: ...gents should be flushed promptly and not allowed todry on the surface or they could stain Dry the finish witha soft clean chamois or a100 cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxingor mild polishingof your Pontiac may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish You can get GM approv...

Page 268: ...ll make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Foreign Material Calcium chloride and other salts ...

Page 269: ...hough they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbodywith plain water Clean anyareas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before beingflushed Your dealer or an underbody vehicle washing system cando this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can createa chem...

Page 270: ... i R 4 I t v 1050174 I 16 02 0 473 L I White Sidewall Tire Cleaner I Cleans white and black tires I Not recommended for pigskin suede leather Seeyour General Motors Dealers for these products Seeyour Maintenance Schedule for other products I 269 9 9 9 ...

Page 271: ...ification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code for your 1993 GM engine This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts in this section H Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label inside your glove box It s very helpful ifyou ever need to order parts On this label is 0 Your VIN 0 Its modeldesignation Paintinformation 0 A list of all p...

Page 272: ... the correct size If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one of the correct value Just pick some featureof your vehicle thatyou can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the sizeyou need Replace itas soon as you can Headlights The headlight wiringis protected by a circuit breaker An electrical overload will cause ...

Page 273: ... Module PASS Key II Decoder Module Fuel Pump Relay 15 Amp 6 Brake Light Cruise Release Switch Hazard Flasher 20 Amp 7 Power Door Locks Power Mirrors Hatch Release 15 Amp 8 Amplifier Audio Alarm Module Courtesy Lights Console Compartment GloveBox Dome Remote Lock Control Rearview Mirror and Radio 15 Amp 9 Audio Alarm Module Daytime Running Lights Module Canada Diagnostic Energy Reserve Module Instr...

Page 274: ...on Pump Assembly Air 8 Not Used 9 Fuel Injectors 7 5 Amp 10 Fuel Injectors 7 5 Amp 11 VIN Engine Code S Camshaft Pump Relay 20 Amp Position Sensor Crankshaft Position Sensor Electronic Ignition Module 10Amp VIN Engine Code P IgnitionCoil Ignition Coil Driver 10 Amp Relay Cruise Control Switches and Module Low CoolantRelay 20 Amp 12 Air ConditioningCompressor Relays B Air ConditioningCompressor C A...

Page 275: ...onsole 194 Dome 561 DoorCourtesy 70 Fog 885 GloveBox 194 HeaterandA CControl 37 License 194 Reading 212 2 Sidemarker 194 Tail Only 194 Tail Stop Turn 2057 Turn Signal Indicators 161 AutomaticTransmissionIndicator 73 FrontParkingandTurn Signal 2397 Headlight H 6 6 6 IndicatorLights PC74 Manual transmission only 274 ...

Page 276: ...ction ValveArrangement In Head VIN Engine Code S 207 CID 3 4L VIN Engine Code P 350 CID 5 7L VIN Engine Code S 9 0 1 VIN Engine Code P 10 5 1 Engine VINEngineCodeP V 8 Piston Displacement Compression Ratio Firing Order VINEngineCodeS 1 2 3 4 5 6 VINEngineCodeP 1 843 6 5 7 2 275 9 ...

Page 277: ...e P CV895C Radiatorcap RC24 VIN Engine CodeS oR43TSK 0 045 Gap VIN Engine Code P oR45LTSP 0 050 Gap ThermostatTemperatureSpecification 180O F 82 C Wheel Nuts Wheel Nut Torque 100lb ft 140 Nom tNot all air conditioning refrigerants are the same If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant be sure the proper refrigerantis used If you re not sure ask your Pontiac dealer Spark Plug...

Page 278: ... With Automatic Transmission 12 3qt 11 6L WithManualTransmission 15 3qt 14 5 L WithAutomaticTransmission 15 1qt 14 3 L VIN Engine Code S 4 0 qt 3 8 L VIN Engine CodeP Without Filter Change 4 0 qt 3 8 L With Filter Change 4 5 qt 4 3 L VIN Engine CodeP Crankcase FuelTank 15 5gal 58 7 L Manual Transmission Five Speed 5 9 pt 2 8 L Six Speed 8 0pt 3 8 L Rear Axle Lubricant 4 f l oz 1 18ml Recheckfluidl...

Page 279: ...nsions Wheelbase 101 1 2 566 mm Tread Front 60 7 1 542 mm R ear 60 6 1 540 mm Length Firebird and Formula 195 6 4 968 mm Trans Am 197 0 5 005 mm Width 74 5If 1 893 mm Height Firebird and Formula 52 0 1 321 mm Trans Am 51 7 1 312 mm 9 278 ...

Page 280: ...ganized 281 A Scheduled Maintenance Services 283 Using Your Maintenance Schedules 283 Selecting the Right Schedule 283 Schedule1 284 ScheduleII 286 Explanationof Scheduled Maintenance Services 288 B Owner Checks and Services 292 At EachFuelFill 292 AtLeastOnceaMonth 293 At Least TwiceaYear 293 At Least Once a Year 294 C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 297 D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 299 E...

Page 281: ...read this part and note how you drive If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your Pontiacdealer the place many GM owners choose to have their maintenance work done Your dealer can be relied upon to use proper parts and practices Your VehicleandtheEnvironment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps keep your vehicle in good working condition but it also helps ...

Page 282: ...e the required know how and the proper tools and equipment for the job If you have any doubt have a qualified technician do the work If you are skilled enough to do some work on your vehicle you will probably want to get the service information GM publishes You will find a list of publications and how to get them later in this manual See Service Publications in the Index Section B Owner Checks and...

Page 283: ...be used whether you do the work yourselfor have it done Section E Maintenance Record provides a place for you to record the maintenance performedon your vehicle Whenever any maintenance is performed be sure to write it down in this section This will help you determinewhen your next maintenance should be done In addition it is a good idea to keep your maintenance receipts They may be needed to qual...

Page 284: ...e Loading Your Vehicle in the Index are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal usetherecommendedunleaded fuel See Fuel in the driving limits Index Selecting the Right Schedule First you ll need to decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle Here s how to decide which schedule to follow Schedule I Is any one of these true for your vehicle Most trips are less than 4 miles 6 ...

Page 285: ...other commercial applications An Emission Control Service A The U S Environmental Protection Agency has determined that thefailure top e o r m this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion o f vehicle useful life General Motors however urges that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the mai...

Page 286: ...The services shown in this schedule up to 48 000 miles 80 OOO km should be performed after 48 000miles atthe same intervals MILES 000 ...

Page 287: ...hicle useful life General Motors however urges that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in Section E Maintenance Record WHAT TO SERVICE ITEM See Explanation of ScheduledMaintenance NO Services following Schedules I and II WHEN TO PERFORM Miles kilometers or Months whichever occurs first 2 I Chassis Lubrication I Every 7 500 M...

Page 288: ...The services shown in this schedule up to 45 000 miles 75 OOO km should be performed after 45 000miles atthe same intervals MILES 000 KILOMETERS 1000 7 5 I 15 I 22 5 I 30 I 37 5 I 45 287 9 ...

Page 289: ...x 2 ChassisLubrication If yourvehicle is equipped with grease fittings lubricate the suspension and steering linkage Lubricate the transmission shift linkage parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle NOTE To determine your engine s displacement and code see Engine Identification in the Index ITEM NO SERVICE 3 TireandWheelRotationandInspect...

Page 290: ...des proper freeze protection corrosion inhibitor level and engine operating temperature I An EmissionControl Service ITEM NO SERVICE Inspect hoses and replace if theyare cracked swollen or deteriorated Tighten screw type hose clamps Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser Wash the pressure cap and neck To help ensure proper operation we recommend a pressure testof both the...

Page 291: ... of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain ITEM NO SERVICE When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police car or delivery If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change both the fluidand filter every 100 OOO miles 160 000km 7 SparkPlugReplacement Replacespa...

Page 292: ...k cap and lines including fuel rails and injection assembly if equipped for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for an even filler neck imprint or any damage Replace parts as needed Periodic replacement of the fuel filter is not required An Emission Control Service The U S Environmental Protection Agency has determined that thefailure to per orm this maintenance item will not nullifythe emissi...

Page 293: ...s importantfor you or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fi CHECK OR SERVICE 292 7 WHAT TO DO Engine Oil Level 1Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check the engine coolant level in the coolant recovery tankand add the proper coolant mix if necessary See Coolant i...

Page 294: ...ey are inflated to the pressures specified on the Tire Loading Information label located on the rear edge of the driver s door See Tires in the Index for further details r i WHAT TO DO Check the fluid level in the clutch reservoir See Hydraulic Clutch Fluid in the Index A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired at once ...

Page 295: ...oth the parking brake see Parking Brake in the Index if necessary and 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 The starter should work only in P Park or N Neutral If the starter works in any other position your vehicle needs service On manual transmission vehicles put...

Page 296: ...n position but don t start the engine Without a level surface applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of P Park with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of P Park your vehicle s BTSI needs service While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the key to LOCK in each shift lever position With an automatic transmission the key should turn to LOCK only when the shi...

Page 297: ...erbody Flushing I Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake With the engine running and transmission in N Neutral slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only brakes To check the P Park mechanism s holding ability Shift t...

Page 298: ...nspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hookup binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connectio...

Page 299: ...s for surface condition Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks Inspect other brake parts including drums wheel cylinders calipers parking brake etc The parking brake is self adjusting and no manual adjustment is required You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking NOTE A low brake fluid level can indicate worn d...

Page 300: ...others such as SG CC SG CD or SF SG CC etc To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle s engine see Engine Oil in the Index 50 50 mixture of water preferably distilled and good quality ethylene glycol base antifreeze GM Part No 1052753 conforming to GM Specification 1825M or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid GM Part No 1052535 or ...

Page 301: ...loor Shift Linkage Points Engine Oil Clutch Linkage Pivot Shift Linkage Engine Oil oil or silicone lubricant GM Part No 1052276or 1052277 Chassis Lubrication Windshield Washer Solvent Windshield Wiper Blades I Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB GMPart NO 1052497 or equivalent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent GM Part No 105 15 15 or equivalent Clean with Bon Ami ...

Page 302: ...therstrips See FLUID LUBRICANT Axle Lubricant GM Part No 1052271 or SAE 8OW 90 GL 5 Gear Lubricant a Engine oil b Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB GM Part No 1052497 or equivalent Engine oil or Lubriplate Lubricant GM Part No 1050109 Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 or equivalent Replacement Parts in the Index for recommended replacement fil...

Page 303: ...ns indicated When completing the Maintenance Performed column insert the numbers from the Schedule I or Schedule I1 maintenance charts which correspond to the maintenance performed Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them DATE I ODOMETER I READING SERVICED BY I MAINTENANCE PERFORMED I I I 302 ...

Page 304: ...I I ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 303 9 9 9 ...

Page 305: ...Maintenance Schedule Section E Maintenance Record Cont DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 4 1 5 304 ...

Page 306: ...ODOMETER READING DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED L 305 9 ...

Page 307: ...Maintenance Schedule Section E Maintenance Record Cont 9 9 306 DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 308: ...r Part 8 defects Customer Assistance Information ...

Page 309: ...r the General Manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of Dealership Management it appears your concerncannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the PontiacCustomer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 PM CARES In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Assistance Center in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French In Mexico call 525 254 3777 InPuert...

Page 310: ...n contacting Pontiac please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the dealership using the jealership s facilities equipment and personnel That is whywe suggest you Follow Step One first if you have a zoncern Customer Assistance for the Hearingor Speech Impaired TDD To assist owners who have hearing difficulties Pontiac has installed special TDD Telecommunication Devicesfor the Dea...

Page 311: ...diatiodarbitration program called BBB AUTO LINE This program is administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus through local Better Business Bureaus The program can resolve individual disputes involving vehicle repairs andthe interpretation of your New Vehicle Limited Warranty We prefer that you not resort to BBB AUTO LINE until after a final decision is made under the Customer Satisfactio...

Page 312: ...o the timea decision is rendered or 47days if you did not first contact your dealer or Pontiac We encourage you to use this program before or instead of resorting to the courts We believe it offers advantages over courts in mostjurisdictions because it is fast free of charge and informal lawyers are not usually present although you may retain one at yourexpense if you choose Arbitrators make decis...

Page 313: ...icle has a defect which could causea crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation andif it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot beco...

Page 314: ...tario K1G 3J2 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 80O PM CARES or write Pontiac Division Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac MI 48340 2952 nCanada please callus at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write 3eneral Motors of Canada...

Page 315: ... outof uncertain situationsby providing minor repair information over the phone or making arrangements to tow your vehicle to the nearest Pontiac dealer We will provide the following services for 3 years 36 000 miles at no expense to you 0 Vehicleoutoffuel Keyslocked in car 0 Tow to the nearest dealer for warranty 0 Change a flattire 0 Jump starts We have quick easy access to telephone numbers of ...

Page 316: ...ice it is added security while travelingfor you and your family Remember we re only a phone call away Pontiac Roadside Assistance 1 800 ROADSIDE or In Canada call 1 800 268 6800for details on Roadside Assistance 1 800 762 3743 Service Publications Information on howto obtain Product Service Publications andIndexes as described below isapplicable only in the fifty U S states andthe District of Colu...

Page 317: ...ce your vehicle better Most bulletins apply to conditions affecting a small number of cars or trucks Your Pontiac dealer or a qualified technician may have to determine if a specific bulletin applies to your vehicle Individual PSP s If you don t want to buy all the PSP s issued by Pontiac for all modelsin the model year you can buy individual PSP s such as those which may pertain to a particular m...

Page 318: ...l send you the most recently published issue Check the ordering form for indexes forearlier model years Cut out the ordering form fill it out and mail it in We will then see toit that an index is mailed to you There is no charge for indexes for the 1990 1993model years Toll Free Telephone Number If you want an additional ordering form for an index just call toll free and we ll be happy to send you...

Page 319: ... for the first PSP and 2 00 for each additional PSPon the same order PSP Bound Bulletin Book CompleteYear Bulletins Year Description Form Number Price 1991 All PSP S S 91 PSP 4 15 00 1990 All PSP S S 90 PSP 4 15 00 For subscription information call Helm Incorporated Model Form Number Price 1993 Pontiac Firebird S 9310 F 43 00 Please specify specialbody or engine types on order form Write informati...

Page 320: ...irebird 1993 15 00 10193572 Owner s Manual Without Portfolio Pontiac Firebird 1993 1 1 oo _____ I I I I I I I I I I I I I I _ o the name of the personto whose attention the shipment should be sent Check or Money For purchases outside U S A pleasewrite to the above address for quotation Order payable to Helm Inc fUSA S p H I P T 0 P A Y M E N T TOTAL MATERIAL ...

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Page 324: ...nceCare Serviceand 215 AshtrayandLighter 95 Ashtray Front 95 Audio Systems Comfort Controls and 107 Automatic Transmission 63 AutomaticTransmissionFluid 231 Axle Limited SlipRear 71 Axle Rear 236 Backing Up with a Trailer 176 Balance Wheel Alignment and Tire 257 Battery 245 Beams High 153 BeforeLeavingon a LongTrip 162 Audio Systems 112 Belt Lap Shoulder 21 Better Business Bureau Mediation Arbitra...

Page 325: ... a FlatTire 203 CheckGagesLight 105 Checking Things under the Hood 221 Checking Your RestraintSystem 43 ChemicalPaintSpotting 268 Child Restraints 35 Rear Seat 37 RightFrontSeat 38 Top Strap 36 WheretoPutthe 35 Children SafetyBelts 33 ChildrenLarger SafetyBelts 41 Cigarette Lighter 95 CircuitBreakers Fusesand 271 City Driving 158 Cleaner Air 228 Cleaning Fabric Using Foam Type Cleaner on 261 Fabri...

Page 326: ... System 193 Courtesy Lights 88 Cruise Control 8I WhileUsing 84 To GetOut of 84 To Increase Speed While Using 83 To Reduce Speed While Using 84 To Resume a SetSpeed 82 ToSet 82 UsingonHills 84 TemperatureGage Engine 103 Passing Another Vehicle To EraseSpeedMemory 85 Curves Driving on 144 Customer Assistance Information 307 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 308 Daytime RunningLights 87 Deep Snow If Yo...

Page 327: ...in 144 Emergencies Steering in 146 Engine Block Heater 62 Coolant 237 Coolant Temperature Gage 103 Exhaust 75 Identification 270 Oil 224 OilPressureGage 104 Overheating 191 Starting Your 58 EnteringtheFreeway 160 Environment Your Vehicle andthe 280 Exhaust Engine 75 Extender SafetyBelt 43 F a n ControlKnob 108 FeaturesandControls 45 Filling YourTank 220 FinishCare Paint 266 FinishDamage Paint 268 ...

Page 328: ...GM Participation in Better EngineOilPressure 104 Business Bureau Mediation ArbitrationProgram 310 Halogen Bulbs 245 HatchRelease 52 HazardWarningFlashers 182 Head Restraints 14 HeadlightDoors 86 Headlight Highbow Beam 79 Heater Controls 108 Heater EngineBlock 62 Heating 109 Heating Bi Level 109 High Beams 153 HighwayHypnosis 163 HillandMountainRoads 154 Hills Parkingon 166 Hitches 174 HoodRelease ...

Page 329: ...ghter Ashtrayand 95 Lights Air BagSystem 25 Anti lock Brake System Warning 102 BrakeSystemWarning 101 Bulb Replacement 274 Check Gages 105 Courtesy 88 DaytimeRunning 87 Fog 87 FrontMap 88 GagesandIndicators Warning 99 Interior 88 Low Coolant 106 Low Oil 106 Main Control 85 MalfunctionIndicatorLamp 104 Operation of 85 SafetyBeltReminder 20 ServiceEngineSoon 104 Traffic 132 LightsOnReminder 86 Limit...

Page 330: ...ion 152 Odometer Speedometer and 98 Odometer Trip 99 Off Road Recovery 147 Officer Traffic 134 Oil Engine 224 Operation of Lights 85 Overheating Engine 19I OwnerChecksandServices 292 P Park Shiftinginto 72 P Park Shiftingout of 73 Paint Chemical Spotting 268 Finish Care 266 Finish Damage 268 I Foreign Material 267 Parking Brake 71 Downhill 166 On Hills 166 On Hills with a Trailer 178 OverThingsTha...

Page 331: ...ng in the 154 Rainy Weather Tips Some Other 156 RearAxle 236 RearAxle Limited Slip 71 RearDrumBrakes 143 Rear Seat Passengers Safety Belts 31 RearTowingHook Ups 190 Rear Window Defogger 11 1 RecliningFrontSeatbacks 12 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 299 Recovery Off Road 147 Release Hatch 52 Hood 221 RemoteHatch 52 ReminderLight SafetyBelt 20 Reminder Lights On 86 RemoteHatchRelease 52 RemoteLoc...

Page 332: ...ildren 41 QuestionsPeople Ask 19 Reminder Light 20 Replacingafter a Crash 43 Seats and 9 SmallerChildrenandBabies 34 They re forEveryone 15 Use duringPregnancy 30 SafetyChains 175 How to Wear Properly 20 Why They Work 16 Safety Defects Reporting toGeneralMotors 313 Reporting to the Canadian Government 313 Reporting to the United StatesGovernment 312 SafetyWarningsandSymbols 4 Schedule Maintenance ...

Page 333: ... AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player andGraphic Tape Player 116 Equalizer 1I8 Equalizer 121 Specifications Capacitiesand 275 SpeedometerandOdometer 98 SportSeat FullyArticulating I 1 Standard Cluster 104 Starting Your Engine 58 Starting Jump 183 Steam Coming from Your Engine If There Is 192 Steam If There Is No 192 Fluid Power 241 InEmergencies 146 Power 144 Tips 144 Steering 1 4 4 StorageandCom...

Page 334: ...tyGrading 255 WhenIt sTimeforNew 254 WhiteSidewall 267 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player 1I6 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Graphic AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Graphic Tone Setting the Equalizer 117 Equalizer 120 Top Strap ChildRestraints 36 Torque Lock Automatic Transmission 167 Towing A Trailer 171 Front Hook Ups 189 Rear Hook Ups 190 YourVehicle 188 Traffic Lights...

Page 335: ...ing 166 UsedReplacementWheels 259 Vehicle Control of a 138 Damage Warnings 5 Dimensions 278 Environmentand Your 280 IdentificationNumber VIN 270 Loading Your 250 Parking Your 74 Storage 245 Symbols 6 TowingYour 188 WashingYour 266 Ventilation 109 Ventilation System Flow Through 112 VentilationTips 112 Vision Night 152 VisorVanityMirror Covered 95 Visors Sun 95 Voltmeter 103 Warning Devices Other 1...

Page 336: ...tyBelts 35 Why SafetyBelts Work 16 Wheels Where to Put the Restraint Windows 76 DefoggingandDefrosting 110 Manual 76 Power 77 RearDefogger 111 Windshield And Wiper Blades Cleaning the Outside of the 265 Washer 80 Washer Fluid 242 Wipers 79 WinterDriving 168 Wipers Windshield 79 Your Own Signals 133 Your Driving andtheRoad 129 335 ...

Page 337: ... higher for the 3 4L L32 Code S engine 91 octane or higher for the 5 7LLT1 CodeP engine See Page 217 Windshield WasherFluid Reservoir See Page 242 Battery The Delco Freedom battery needs no water See Page 245 CaolingSysfemRem Check coolant at the coolant recovery tank by using the dipstick Add coolant at the coolant recovery tank The fluid should be at or a little above the FULLHOT mark on the dip...

Page 338: ...WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH Natlonal lnstltute for AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE ...

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