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Page 1: ...1996 ...

Page 2: ...nditions ProblemsontheRoad 5 1 This section tells you what to do if you havea problem whiledriving such asa flat tire or overheated engine etc Here the manual tells you how to keep your Pontiac running properly and looking good This section tells you when toperform vehicle maintenance and whatfluids and lubricantsto use This section tells you howto contact Pontiac for assistance and h ow to get se...

Page 3: ...your Pontiac so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual init so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No 10275781B First Edition WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATIONTHROUGH Natlonal Institute for A U T O M O T I V E SERVICE EXCELLENCE We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a ...

Page 4: ...emanual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning 1CAUTITN These mean there is something thatcouldhart you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazardis Then we tell you what to do to h...

Page 5: ...ething that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it couldbe 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 You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE iV ...

Page 6: ... you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven n FASTEN SEAT BELTS POWER1 WINDOW a AIR BAG p These symbols have to do with your lights PARKING pf LAMPS FOGLAMPS 0 These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER WINDOW DEFOGGER These symbols are used on warning and indicatorlights ENGINE Fd COOLANT TEMP CHARGING I 1 BATTERY SYSTEM BRAKE 0 COOLANT a ENGINEO...

Page 7: ...NOTES ...

Page 8: ...ear seatback Manual Front Seat A CAUTION I You can lose control of the vehicleif you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicleis 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 is not moving Move the lever under the passenger s front seat to unlock it Slidethe seatto where you wanti...

Page 9: ... seat to where you wantit Then release the lever and t r y to move the seat withyour body tomake sure the seatis locked into place To raise or lower theentire seat lift the lever under the right front ofthe seat and lean forward or backward The driver s seathas three controls on the left side The front control makes thefront of the seatgo up and down The back control makes the back of the seat go ...

Page 10: ... buttons that have dots inflate and deflatethe Seat earlier in this part The passenger seat has the outer parts of the seatback To inflate press the raised two way manual seat adjuster See Manual Front Seat button TO deflate Press the hdented button earlier in this part The two buttons without dots inflate and deflate the lumbar lower part of the seatback support inflate press the raised button To...

Page 11: ... the lever on the outer side of the seat Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to its original upright position If you have fully articulatingsport seats your recliner lever looks like this 1 4 ...

Page 12: ...n t do itsjob either In a crash the belt couldgo up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones Thiscould cause serious internal injuries For proper protection whenthe vehicle is in motion havethe seatback upright Then sitwell back in the seatand wear your safety belt properly Head Restraints Slidethe head restraint upor down so that the topof the restraint isclosest ...

Page 13: ...e down for the seat to work properly I CAUTION I I the seatback isn t locked it coddmoveforward i n a suddenstop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Alwayspress rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked The rear seatback in your Pontiac folds down to provide more storage space To fold the seatback down 1 Pull forward on both levers 2 Fold the seatback down To raise ...

Page 14: ...en your satety belt and check that your passengers belts arefastenedproperly too Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law saysto wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes ar...

Page 15: ...Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anythmg you go as fast as it goes rakethe simplest vehicle Supposeit sjust a seaton wheels 1 8 ...

Page 16: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stoppedby something In a real vehicle it could be thewindshield 1 9 ...

Page 17: ...anel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make such good sense 1 10 ...

Page 18: ...y workwith safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That strue not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver and I never drive far from home why shouldI wear safety belts A Yo...

Page 19: ...s We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat to see how see Seats in the Index so you can sit up straight 3 Pick upthe latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it gettwisted On convertible models the sh...

Page 20: ...make sure it issecure If the belt isn t longenough see Safety Belt Extender atthe end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckleis positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To make the lappart tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt 1 13 ...

Page 21: ... you slid underit the belt would apply forceat your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt shouldgo over the shoulder and acrossthe chest These parts ofthe body arebest able to take belt restraining forces The safety beltlocks if there s a sudden stop or crash On convertible models the safety beltalso locks if you pull the beltvery quickly out of the retractor ...

Page 22: ... beseriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose Ina crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body A The shoulder belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way 1 15 ...

Page 23: ...can be seriously injured if your beltis buckled in the wrongphce Iike t h i s In a crash the belt wouldgo up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 16 ...

Page 24: ...ou can be seriouslyinjured if youwear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increasethe chance of head and neck injury Also the belt wouldapply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulderbones You could also severely injure internalorgans like your liver or spleen 1 17 ...

Page 25: ...usly injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a beltis twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fixit A The belt is twisted acros sthe body 1 1s ...

Page 26: ...s two air bags one air bag for the I driver and another airbag for the right front passenger To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way Before you close the door be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle 1 19 ...

Page 27: ...r rear side or low speed frontal crashes Everyone in your vehicle includingthe driver should weara safety belt properly whether or not there san air bag forthat person I Air bags inflate with great force faster thanthe blink of an eye I f you re too close to an inflating air bag it could seriouslyinjure you Safetybelts help keep youin position for anair bag inflation in a crash Always wear your sa...

Page 28: ...w the Air Bag SystemWorks The system checksthe air bag s electrical systemfor malfunctions The light tellsyou if thereis an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information Where is the air bag The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel 1 21 ...

Page 29: ...thing on or attach anything to the steering wheel or instrument panel Also don t put anything such as pets or objects between any occupant and the steering wheel or instrument panel If somethingis betweenan oc cupantand an air bag it could affectthe performance of the air bag or worse it could causeinjury ...

Page 30: ...at makes an air bag inflate In a frontal or near frontal impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is suddenly stopping as a result of a crash The sensing system triggers a chemical reaction of the sodium azide sealed in the inflator The reaction produces nitrogen gas which inflates the air bag The inflator air bag and related hardware are all part of the ai...

Page 31: ...ag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could causebreathing problems for people witha history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyonein the vehicle shouldget out assoon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but can t getout of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or door In manycrashes severe enough to inflate an a...

Page 32: ...Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Pontiac Air bags affect how your Pontiac should be serviced There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle You don t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle Your Pontiac dealer and the Firebird Service Manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system To purchase a service manual see ...

Page 33: ...erly it s more likely that thefetus won t be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as foranyone the key to making safety belts effectiveis wearing them properly A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughoutthe pregnancy Right Front Passenger Position The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the...

Page 34: ...sh And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts 1 Lap Shoulder Belt The rear seats have lap shoulder belts Here s howto wear one properly l Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t letit gettwisted On convertible models the shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlockit Then p...

Page 35: ...sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on thebuckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part 1 28 ...

Page 36: ...even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These partsof the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety beltlocks if there s a suddenstop or a crash On convertible models thesafety belt also locksif you pull the belt very quicklyout of the retractor You can beseriously hurtif your shoulder belt i s too loose Ina crash you would move fo...

Page 37: ...ldren and babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint The instructionsfor the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child A very young child ship bones are so small that a regular belt mightnot stay low on the hips as it should Instead thlebelt w i I llikely be over the child s abdomen In acrash the belt would apply forceright on the child s abdome...

Page 38: ...ing a crash a baby will become so heavy youcan t holdit For example in a crash CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued I at only25 mph 40km h a 124b 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint 1 31 ...

Page 39: ...r child restraintin the rear seat Never put a rear facing child restraintin the front passenger seat Here s why I i 1 L I A child ina rear facing child restraint can be seriously injuredif the right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of a reapfacing child restraint would be veryclose to the inflatingair bag Always secure a rearfacing child restraint in the rear seat You ma...

Page 40: ...nd people inthe vehicle or outside it could be badly burned Don t install the anchor yourself unless you know you can do it correctly For cars first sold in Canada child restraints with a top strap must be anchored according to C a n a h law Your dealer can obtain the hardware kit and install itfor you or you mayinstall it yourself using the instructions provided in the kit Use the tether hardware...

Page 41: ...s h r the child restraint 2 Securethe child in the child restraint as the instructions say 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraintinstructions wills h w you how Tilt thelatch plate to adjust the belt if needed If the shoulder b eltgoes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the chil...

Page 42: ...ull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint 6 Push 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 belt andlet it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 1 35 ...

Page 43: ...raint in the rearseat You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlierpart about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Because yourvehicle has a right frontpassenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it willgo before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in theIndex 2 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instmctions for the child restraint 3 Securethe chil...

Page 44: ... needed If the shoulder belt goes infront of the child sface or neck putit behind the child restraint 5 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would beable to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 37 ...

Page 45: ...ent directions to besure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and letit go back all the way The safety belt will movefreely again andbe ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Larger Childrc i Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle s safety belts 1 38 ...

Page 46: ... belt The belt can t properly spread the impact forces In a crash the two children can be crushed together and seriouslyinjured A belt must be usedby only oneperson at a time What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt but the child is so smallthat the shoulderbelt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move thechild toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that theshoulder belt still ...

Page 47: ...this way in a crash thechildmight slide under the belt The belt s forcewodd thenb eapplied righton the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fataligjuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just tou ching the child s thighs This appliesbelt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash ...

Page 48: ... keep a safety belt system from doing itsjob have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn 0 1 frayed get anew one right away A h lookf o r any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not needregular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If ...

Page 49: ...NOTES 1 ...

Page 50: ... andthe warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and whatto do if you have a problem Keys 1 Leaving young children in avehicle 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 I I 2 1...

Page 51: ...door keys you ll be able to have new ones made using these plugs I f you need a new key contact your Pontiac dealerwho can obtain the correct key code Rememberto carry the pre cut emergency key whichPontiac sendsafter delivery In an emergency call Pontiac Roadside Assistanceat 1 800 ROADSDE or 1 800 762 3743 NOTICE Your Pontiac hasa number of new features that canhelp prevent theft B u t you can h...

Page 52: ... the doors aren t locked Wear safety belts properly lockyour doors and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From theoutside Use your door key Ifyour vehicle has the Vehicle andContent Theft Deterrent System and it is armed unlocking and opening a door this way will set off the alarm See Vehicle and Content Theft Deterrent...

Page 53: ...ryone has gotten out of the vehicle and closed their doors When the power door lock switch is pressed a chime will sound three times indicating that last door closed locking has been activated Pressing the LOCKswitch again will lo ckthe doors immediately Pressing the UNLOCK switch will cancel a previously requested last door closed loclung This feature is shipped from the factory i n the off posit...

Page 54: ...he FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may notcause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that maycause undesired operation Should interference to thissystem occur try this Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See the instructions on battery replacement vehicle This product has ...

Page 55: ...in a panic situation press this button and your vehicle s horn will sound and the parking lamps will flash This will draw needed attention to you and your vehicle To turn this featureoff either push the panic button again or turn the ignitionto the RUN position Note This feature will not work if your ignition is in the RUN position or if the remote transmitter is30 feet or more away from your vehi...

Page 56: ...ote Lock Control transmitter thata command has been received by the Remote Lock Control receiver The parking lamps will flash on every lock and unlock command and the horn will sound onlyif the LOCK button is pushed twice within five seconds This allows for silent operationof locking and unlocking unless a confirming horn chrrpis desired Other optknsmay be sekcted for this feature see Feature Gust...

Page 57: ...h Your transmitter is now readyto match your vehicle Press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the first transmitterfor 15seconds The vehicle will respond as in Step 3 Repeat Step 4 for the remining transmitters When you havefinished matching all of your transmitters replace the RADIO fuse Check thatall transmitters work by pressing their buttons Ifthe transmitters don t work or if you d rathe...

Page 58: ...chronized or matched to your vehicle See Synchronization in the Index It can be dangerous to drive with the hatch open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle Youcan t seeor smell CO It can causeunconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the hatch open or if electrical wiring or other cableconnections must pass through the seal betweenthe body and the hatch Make sure a...

Page 59: ...mote Hatch Release Option Press theswitch under the lamp controls to unlock the hatch from inside y our vehicle If you have anautomatic transmission your shiftlever must be in PARK P or NEUTRAL N to use the switch If you have a manual transmissionand the ignition switch is in RUN you must set the parking brake before you can use the switch The switch only works when the ignition switch is in RUN o...

Page 60: ...or professional thieves so don t do it When youpark your Pontiac and open the driver s door you ll hear a tone reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your steering wheel will be locked and so will your ignition If you have an automatic transmission taking your key out also locks your transmission And remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park i...

Page 61: ...vering the adjustment knob and adjust as desired Turn clockwise to increase sensitivity Turn counterclockwise to decrease sensitivity The shock sensor is ignored by the alarm system during ignition on when the hatch is open when the alarm is arm when customized to be ignored and forfive seconds after the horn sounds an alarmor chq The shock sensor is ignored after triggering threefuu alarms u n t ...

Page 62: ... lamps If all of the doors are closed when the lock switch is pressed the system assumes you are inside of the vehicle so it will not arm Note Locking the doors by using the manual d m Lockswill not arm the system Passive Arming If the ignition was just turned off and a door was opened the system will arm six seconds after all doors are closed whether or not you lock them In all other cases the sy...

Page 63: ...anic button will turn the alarni off keep the doors locked and keep the system armed If the alarm is sounding because anincorrect ignition key was used press any button on the transmitterto turn the alarm off The alarm will stop by itself after two minutes RUN position to stop the alarm PASS Key8 1 Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS Key II Personalized Automotive Security System theft deterren...

Page 64: ...may be faulty See your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can servicethe PASS Key II See your Pontiac dealer or alocksmith who can service the PASS Key I1to have a new keymade If you re ever driving and the SECURITY light comes on and stays on you will be able to restart your engine if you turnit off Your PASS KeyIIsystem however is not working properly and mustbe serviced by your Pontiac dealer Yo...

Page 65: ... Door Alarm Delay if equipped with Vehicle andContent Theft Deterrent System Shock SensorEnable if equipped with Vehicle and Content Theft Deterrent System To program features your vehicle must be in the programming mode Follow these steps 1 Put your key in the ignition 2 Turn the ignition to the RUN position to disarm the 3 Turn the ignition to the OFF position 4 Remove the RADIO fuse This fuse i...

Page 66: ...ess theLOCK switch on thedoor until you hear 3 Turn the courtesy lamp switch to off the number of chimes that correspond to the mode 4 Turn the courtesy lamp switch from on to off until you hear the number of chimes that correspond to the Mode 1 Both Off Doors will 1ocWunlock whenyou mode selection you want press the power door lock switch Mode 1 Both Off Interior lamps will turn on or off at Mode...

Page 67: ...r until you hear the number of chimes that correspond to the mode selection you want Mode 1 All Off The headlamps will not flash and the horn will not sound to provide you feedback that a 1ocWunlock command has been received by the Remote Lock Control transmitter Mode 2 Horn and LampsLamps Your horn will sound briefly and your parking lamps will flash when you press LOCK on the Remote Lock Control...

Page 68: ...ontrol Transmitterh ower Door Lock Switch Arming The system will arm itself after all doors are closed plus arming per mode 3 Theft Deterrent Arming Verification Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 3 This means that if you armthe system using the Remote Lock Control transmitter your parking lamps will flash and your horn willchirp twice to verify that the system is armed If it only ch...

Page 69: ...ps on and off until you hear the number of chimes that correspondto the mode selectionyou want Mode 1 Zero Del ayand Shock Sensor Disabled The alarm will sound immediately if the driver s door is opened with yourkey and the shock sensorwill notbe available to measure sharp blowsto your vehicle Mode 2 Eight Second Delay and Shock Sensor Disabled The alarm will sound eight seconds after the driver s...

Page 70: ...uring this time your new brake linings aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlierreplacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings See Towing a Trailer in the Index for moreinformation 0 Avoid making hard stops for the first 0 Don t tow a trailer duringbreak in C A E With the ignition key in the ignition switch you can turn...

Page 71: ... when theengine is not running you can use RUN to operate your electrical power accessories and to display some instrument panel START E Starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch will return to RUN for normal driving Note that even if the engine is not running ACC and RUN allow you to operate your electrical accessories such as the radio andventilation fan I warn...

Page 72: ...f your Vehicle Identification Number VIN shows the code letter or number for your engine You will find the VIN at the top left of your instnzment panel See Vehicle Identification Number in the Index Followtheproper stepsto start the engine Automatic transmission Move your shiftlever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re ...

Page 73: ... draining your battery 3 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 tothe floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing but this time keep the pedal down for fiveor six seconds This clears the...

Page 74: ... hold it there When the engine starts let go of the key Use the accelerator pedal to maintain engine speed if you have to until your engine has run for a while stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in STARTfor about three seconds If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the ...

Page 75: ...tension cord could overheat and cause a fire You couldbe seriously injured Plug the cord intoa properly grounded three prong 110 voltAC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy dutythree prong extension cord rated for at least15 amps 4 After you ve used the coolantheater be sure to store the cord as it was b eforeto keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long ...

Page 76: ...is not fully inPARK P with the parking brakefirmly set Your vehiclecan roII Don t leaveyour vehicle whenthe engine is running unless you have to If you have leftthe engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could beinjured To be sure your vehicle won tmove even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever toPARK P See ShiftingInto PARK ...

Page 77: ...ingto BEVERSE R while your vehicle is moving forward could damageyour transmission Shiftto REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock YOW vehicle backand f t h to get out of snow ice or sand without damagingyour transmission see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow IfYou re inthe Index NEUTRAL N In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving u...

Page 78: ...se THIRD 3 instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE a When driving on hilly winding roads When towing a trailer so there is less shifting When going down a steep hill between gears SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on NOTICE...

Page 79: ...t rotate don t try to I NOTICE Continued Also if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This couEd overheat and damage the transmission Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to holdyour vehicle in positionon a hill drive This might happen ifyou were stuck in Maximum engine speed is limited to protect driveline very deepsand or mud or were up agaht a...

Page 80: ...k in sand mud ice snow or gravel Always use NORMAL for normal road conditions You may press2ND GEAR STARTagain to turn off this feature Whenever you start your vehicle the transmission isin the NORMAL mode Manual Transmission 5 Speed 1 3 5 2 4 R This isyour shiftpattern Here s how to operate your transmission FIRST 1 Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST 1 Then slowly let up on the clutchped...

Page 81: ...he accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedaland the brake pedal and shift to NEUTRAL N NEUTRAL N Use this position when ym start or idle your engine REVERSE R To back up press down the clutch pedal and shift into REVERSE R Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal L NOTICE Shift toREVERSE R only after your vehicle ...

Page 82: ...ft into REVERSE R Let up on theclutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal If you shift from SIXTH 6 into REVERSE R the shift lever must be first placed in the ITl3UTRAL N position centered between SECOND 2 and THIRD 3 prior to shifting into REVERSE R Your six speed manual transmission has a feature that idle your engine lever in NEUTRAL N and let up on theclutch Press allows you to s...

Page 83: ...the shiftspeeds in this chart when theSKIP SHIFT light is on 170 F 77 C Computer Aided Manual Transmission Shift Speeds 1stto4th 15mph 24 km h 4thto5th 25 mph 40 km h 5th to6th 40 mph 64 M Each time you come to a stop the engine s Powertrain Control Module PCM determines when to activate the SKIP SHIFT upshift system Use SECOND 2 gear only when youaccelerate very quickly from a stop You can then f...

Page 84: ...ge the clutch or transmission Limited SlipRear Axle If you have this feature your rear axle can give you additional traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel It works like a standard axle most of the time but when one of the rew wheels has no traction and the other does the limited slip feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle If your speed drops below 20 mph 30 km h or if the ...

Page 85: ...rkingbrake lever If the ignition is on the brakesystem 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 down 1 2 36 ...

Page 86: ...he trailer from moving Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transmission Models Only r CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you reonfairly level gro...

Page 87: ...ginerunning Your vehicle could move suddenlyif the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brakefirmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the enginerunning it could overheat and ev encatch fire You or others could be injured Don t leaveyour vehicle withthe enginerunning unless you have to If you have toleave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and ...

Page 88: ...e Automatic Transmission in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P and release the shift lever button as you maintain brake application Then press the shift lever button and movethe shift lever into the gear you wish If torque lock does occur you may needto have another vehiclepush yours a little uphill to take some...

Page 89: ...nessand death You might have exhaust comingin if Your exhaust systemsounds strange Your vehicle getsrusty underneath 0 Your vehiclewas damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs weren t done correctly 0 Your vehicleor exhaust systemhad been If you ever suspectexhaust is coming into your vehicle Drive it only with a l l the ...

Page 90: ...rage with the engine running Another closed in placecan be a blizzard See Blizzard in theIndex I It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift leveris not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehiclecan roll Don t leaveyour vehicle whenthe engine is running unless you have to If you ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could beinjur...

Page 91: ...ch forthe driver s window has anexpress down feature Quickly press and release the switch for the driver s window and the window will lower completely You can also open the driver s window any amount by pressing the switch again while the window is in the express down mode when it has lowered to the position you want Horn To sound the horn press either horn symbol on your steering wheel Ifyour hor...

Page 92: ...m when youexit and enter the vehicle To tilt the wheel holdthe steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steeringwheel to a comfortable level thenrelease the lever to lock the wheelin place The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator e Headlamp Highkow Beam and Passing Signal e WindshieldWipers WindshieldWasher Cruise Control Option 2 43 ...

Page 93: ...may beburned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index Headlarnp High Low Beam Changer i 1 g To change the headlamps from low beam to high or high to low pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you Then release ...

Page 94: ...rive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snow from the wipers blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If yourblades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers A circuit You control the windshield wipers by turning the band with the wipersymbol on it breaker will stop them until the moto...

Page 95: ...times before stopping or returning to the previous setting See Windshield WasherFluid in the Index Infreezing weather don t use your washer until the windshieldis warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision Cruise Control Option With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can...

Page 96: ...ise control back on Setting Cruise Control can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic slipperyroads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can causeneedless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t use cruisecontrol on slippery roads 0 Cruisecontrol can be dangerous on If you leaveyour cruise controlswitch on when yodre no...

Page 97: ...ng Set Speed Supposeyou set your crui secontrol at a desired speed and then apply thebrake or clutch pedal This of course shuts off the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch from ON to WA ResumdAccelerate for abouthalf a second You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there 2 48 ...

Page 98: ...r cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of 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 shift to a lowergear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use...

Page 99: ...ng turns on your headlamps and other operating lamps PgThis setting turns on your parking lamps without your headlamps T u r n the h o b to OFF to turnoffthe lamps Headlamps On Reminder If you turn the ignition OFF and leave the lamps on you will hear a chimelasting up to 5 seconds If the l a w s are still on whenyou open the driver s door the chime will sound again ...

Page 100: ...or is fully open The knob will get harder to turn when the headlamp dooris all the way up 4 Replace the plastic coveron the retractor motorknob To manually close the headlamp doors turn the lampssoff The headlamp doors are designed to open when you turn and turn the knob clockwise If the headlamp doors aren t the headlamps on andclose when you turn the working properly see your Pontiac dealer for ...

Page 101: ...l come on The other lamps that come on with yourheadlamps will also come on When it s bright enough outside theregular lamps will go off and your frontturn signal lampswill come on As with anyvehicle you should turn on theregular headlamp system when you need it Fog Lamps Option Use your fog lamps for better vision in foggy ormisty conditions Your parking lamps must be on oryour fog lamps won t wo...

Page 102: ...m The 10minute timer will be restarted if you do any of the following 1 Turn the ignition on 2 Open either door 3 4 5 Press any button on your Remote Lock Control transmitter Turn the interior lamp switch from off to on Open the hatch Delayed Illumination Option With delayed illumination when you opena door your courtesy lamps will come on and stay onfor 25 seconds after the doors are closed The 2...

Page 103: ...features will continue to work for up to 10minutes or until either door is opened Your power door unlock and remote hatch release features will work whenthe ignition key is in the RUN or ACC positions or if either door is open Once the key is turned to OFF these features will continue to work for up to 10minutes If either door isopen and the ignition key is OFF these features will continue to work...

Page 104: ... Control Mirror An inside rearview mirror is attached to your windshield The mirror has pivotsso that you can adjustit You can adjust the mirror for day or night driving Pull the tab for night driving to reduce glare Push the tabfor daytime driving Adjust the driver sside outside mirror with the lever on the door Adjust the mirror so that youjust see the side of your vehicle when youare sitting in...

Page 105: ...mirror s surface is curved so you can see morefromthe driver s seat A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Storage Compartments Glove BOX To open theglove box lift up on the lever Use your do...

Page 106: ...he console There is a cupholder in the console The console will also have a storage area You have a storagearea for cassette tapes If you have a compact disc player you will have a storagearea for compact discs in your console Map Pocket Each door has a map pocket There may also bea map pocket on the back of the seats ...

Page 107: ...hen slide the close out panel along the groove in the t r i mpanel Reverse the steps to install the panel When carrying large or heavy items it is a good idea to open the panel and placethe items in the rear area A n improperly stored close out panel could be thrown about the vehicle duringa collisionor sudden maneuver You or others could be injured If you removethecover always store it outside yo...

Page 108: ...als could set them on fire causing damage To use the lighter push it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop b ackbv itself NOTICE Don t holda cigarette lighter in withyour hand while it is heating If you do it won t beable to back away from the heating elementwhen it s ready That can make it overheat damagingthe lighter and theheating element If you plug accessories into your cigare...

Page 109: ...llularphone or CB radio Be sure to follow the installation instructions included with the equipment The plug has three separate wires The orange wire connects to the battery 0 The pink wire connects to the ignition Power is only available in RUN The black wire connects to the ground When using the accessory plug The maximum load of any electrical equipment should not exceed 3 amps Be sure to turn ...

Page 110: ...ft off roof panels Don __ t oremove the T top panels while the vehicle is moving Trying to remotre T top panel while the vehicle is moving could cause an accident The panel could fall into the vehicle and cause youto lose control or it could fly off and strike another vehicle You or others could be injured RemoveT toppanel only when the vehicle is parked The door key unlocks the panels The lock is...

Page 111: ... toward you If the T top panel is not stored properly it could be thrownabout the vehicle in a crash or sudden mmeuvec People in the vehicle could be injured Whenever you store panel mthe vehicle always be sure that it is stored securely i n the correct storage slot with the T top handle closed 2 62 ...

Page 112: ...correct slot DRIVER or PASSENGER in the rear area of your vehicle Make sure the handle is open and facing you whenyou put it in the storageslot Push the handle closed to secure the panel in the slot To lock each panel in the storage area use your door key 2 63 ...

Page 113: ...y Panels incorrectly installed may leak NOTICE High pressure car washes maycausewater to enter your vehicle Neverspray water directly at the roof paneljoints This will cause leaks 1 Start with the pmel mmkd DRIVER FRONT Unlatch the driver s side T top raise it halfway and close the latch handle 2 With the top raised and resting on the center roof rail slide the flat edge of the sunshade panel with...

Page 114: ... top with the sunshadeinstalled and place it upside down on a table or bench Take care not to scratch the glass 4 Once the sunshade is installed properly you can I I_ j _ yJFi I r p t 5 1 1 8 i3T 5 Pull the sunshade backa little and remove the backing paper from the Velcro buttons Push the sunshade back into place sticking the Velcro to the glass 6 Install the T top close the latch and lock the T ...

Page 115: ... in their installed position Convertible Top The following procedures explain the proper operation of your convertible top Lowering Your Convertible Top Don t leave your convertible out with thetop down for anylong periods of time The sun and the raincan damage your seat material and other 1 Park on a level surface Set the parking brake firmly shift an automatic transmission into PARK PI or a manu...

Page 116: ... off the top before you lower it I NOTICE It is not recommendedto lower the top if your car is out in cold weather 0 F 18 C or lower NOTICE Before lowering the convertibletop into the storage area be sure thereare no objectsin the way of thefolded stored top The weight of a stored top on items in thestorage area will cause the convertibletop back glass tobreak ...

Page 117: ...may want to install the boot cover The three piece boot cover is stored ina bag in the trunk 3 Be sure no one or nothing is on or around thetop Push and hold thebottom of the convertible top switch The switch is on the left side of your console The top willautomatically lower into the storage area 1 Open the tnank and remove the two side covers from 2 Install the two side covers by engaging the ta...

Page 118: ... brake f d y If you havean automatic transmission shift into PARK I If you have a manual transmission shift into REVERSE R The ignition must be in the ACC or RUN position orRAP must be on Lower both sun visors Lower both windowsat least 3 inches 8 cm If the boot cover isin place it must be removed first 2 Open the trunk Remove the middlepiece of the cover by pushing in on the latch and lifting up ...

Page 119: ...he two side pieces of the bootcover by lifting the rearcover and sliding themout of their slots 4 Store each piece of the cover in its separate compartment in thestorage bag Store in the trunk and close the trunk ...

Page 120: ...suffers a power loss such as adead battery you can still raiseor lower the top manually by rotating thevalve in the left side of the trunk Open the trunk and find thetab along the left side trim panel Lift up the tab and turnthe valve clockwise to release the hydraulic pressure Turn the ignition key to the LOCK position You can now raiseor lower your top manually Be sure to close the valve after i...

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Page 122: ...e Box 9 Comfort Controls 10 CigaretteLighter 11 Parking Brake Lever 12 Cupholder 13 StorageConsole 14 Shift Lever 15 Ashtray Automatic Transmission 16 Rear Window Defogger Switch 17 SteeringWheel Controls 18 Remote Hatch Release 19 Convertible Top Switch Option 20 Traction Control System Switch Option 21 Second Gear Start V6 Automatic only 2 73 ...

Page 123: ...K LOW Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You llknow how fast you re going about how much fuel you have left and many other things you ll needto know to drive safely and economically 2 74 ...

Page 124: ... door must show the old reading and when the new one was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero To set the trip odometer to zero press the knob Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute rpm I NOTICE 1 Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the...

Page 125: ... s aproblem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one o fthe gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow t h i smanual s advice Waiting to do repairs can becostly and even dangerous Soplease get to know your warninglights and gages They re a big help Safety Belt Reminder Light Wh...

Page 126: ...servicedright away Voltmeter I p4 You can read battery voltage on your voltmeter If it reads less than 11volts or more than 16volts while your engine is running and it stays there you may have a problem with the electrical charging system Have it checked right away Driving with thevoltmeter reading in awarning zone could drain your battery If you idle your engine for a while the voltmeter reading ...

Page 127: ...oser to the floor 11 may take longer to stop IEthe light is still on or if the anti lock brake system warning light is flashing have the vehicle towed for service See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light and Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident If...

Page 128: ... warning light flashing can lead to an accident After you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service If the anti lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you ve started your engine turn the ignition off Or if the light comes on and stays on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine agai...

Page 129: ...ng light will notcome on when thishappens The traction control system warning light may come on for the following reasons If you turnthe system off by pressing the button located on the centerof the console behind the shift lever Automatic Transmission or in front of the shiftboot Manual Transmission the warning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on press the button again The w...

Page 130: ...iting wheel spin The low traction light also comes on briefly wlien you turn the ignition keyto RUN If the light doesn tcome on then haveit fixed so it will be there to tell you whenthe anti lockbrake system or traction control system is active Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If thegage pointer moves into the redarea your engine is too hot It means th...

Page 131: ...ning theLOW COOLANT indicator willlight and remain lit until the ignition switch is turned to the OFFposition Check coolant level and add coolant as needed The LOW COOLANT light might stay on after fillingthe radiator Turnthe ignition switch to the OFFposition then restart the engine to verify that the LOW COOLANT light goes out See Engine Coolant in the Index NOTICE Driving with the LOW COOLANT l...

Page 132: ...echnician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty This light shouldcome on as a checkto show youit is working whenthe ignition is o...

Page 133: ...ble to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following Did you just put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap makingsure to fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This will d o w fuel to evaporateinto the atmosphere Afew driving trips should turn the light off Did youjust drive through a...

Page 134: ...off have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostictools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Engine Oil Pressure Gage This gage tells you if there could be aproblem with your engine oil pressure The engine oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi pounds per square inch in the Unit...

Page 135: ...our engine from neglected oil problemscan be costly and is not covered by your warranty Low Oil Light LOW OIL Your vehicleis equipped with an oil level monitoring system When you start your engine the waning light will come on briefly If the light doesn t come on have it repaired If the light stays on after startingyour engine your engine oil Level may be too low You may need to add oil See Engine...

Page 136: ...uchfuel is in your tank The gage works only when theignition switch is in the RUN position I I When the gage pointer first indicates EMPTY 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 Allthese situations are normal and do not indicate that anything iswrong with thefuel gage At the ga...

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Page 138: ...tion in your Pontiac If you havethe air conditioning option you can also control cooling Your vehicle also has the flow through ventilation system described later in this section Fan ControlKnob FAN Turn this knob to select the force of air you want Temperature Control Knob Turn theknob to change the temperature of the air flowing from the heating system Turnit to the rightfor warmer air andto the...

Page 139: ...cts most of the air through the windshield defroster vents andsome of the air through the heater ducts The air conditioning system uses the same controls as the heating system except that the air control knob has 7 two extra settings describedbelow _ MAX Provides maximum cooling or quickcool down on very hot days This setting recirculates most of the air inside your vehicle If it is used for long ...

Page 140: ...initial start up only if yourvehicle is equipped with anoptional engine coolant heater you can use it in cold weather around 20O F 8O C or lower to improve heater performance on start up Because an engine coolant heater warms the engine coolant your vehicle s heatingsystem can more efficiently provide heat for the passenger area of your vehicle See Engine Coolant Heater in the Index Bi Level Heati...

Page 141: ...se sharp on the insideof the rearwindow If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Press the switch to turn onthe defogger An indicator light will comeon to remind you that the defogger is on The defogger will turn off automatically after about 10minutes of use If you turn it on again the defogger will operate for about five minutes only...

Page 142: ...hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows 0 When you enter a vehicle in cold weather turnthe fan control knob to the right for a few moments before driving off This helps clear the intake ducts of snow andmoisture an d reducesthe chance of fogging the insi...

Page 143: ...nition isoff See Retained Accessory Power in the Index Setting the Clock for All Systems Except AM FM Stereo Press and holdHR until the correct hour appears Press and holdMIN until the correct minute appears There will be a two second delaybefore the clock goes into time set mode and the colon on the display willblink while in this mode AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player Playing the Radio VOL ...

Page 144: ...of the six numbered buttons until SET appears on the display Whenever you pressthat numbered button thestation you set will return 4 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton BASS Slide the lever to the right or left to increase or decrease bass TREBLE Slide the lever to the right or left to increase or decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy slide the lever down to reduce the noise Adjusting the...

Page 145: ...may be damaged and should not be used in the player T r y a newtape to make sure your player is working properly 0 Ell The tape is broken Try a new tape If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected please contact your dealer If your radm displays an error number write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem PREV 1 Press this button or the SEEK down arro...

Page 146: ...You may select stations during FWD operation by using SEEK or TUNE AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a tape is in the player TAPEPLAY Press this button to change to the tape function when the radio is on The tape symbol with an arrow will appeq on the display when the tape is active To return to playing the radio press the AM FM buttm EJECT Press this button to remove the tape The rad...

Page 147: ... knob lightly so it extends Turn it to choose radio stations Push the knob back in when you re not using it SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FM1 and six FM2 1 Press AM FM to select the band 2 Find the station you want by using TUNE or S...

Page 148: ...won t play because of an error 0 0 ElO The tape is tightand the player can t turn the tape hubs Remove the tape Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil Turn the tape over and repeat If the hubsdo not turn easily your tape may be damaged and should not be used in the player Try a new tape to make sure your playeris working properly Ell The t...

Page 149: ...laying speed The radio will playthe last selected station while the tape advances You may select stations during FVJDoperationby using SEEK or T U N E AM FM Press this button to play the radiowhen a tape is in the player WE PLAX Press this button to changeto the tape function when the radio is on The tape symbol with an arrow will appear on the display when the tapeis active To return to playing t...

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Page 151: ... the display If you wantto insert a disc when the ignition is OFF fist press EJECT If you re driving on a very rough road or ifit s very hot the disc may not play and E error and a number may appear on the radio display If the disc comes out it could be that The disc is upside down It is dirty scratched or wet The air is very humid If so wait aboutan hour If any error occurs repeatedly or if anerr...

Page 152: ...utton to quickly advance within a track song You will hear sound at a reduced volume The display will show elapsed time AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a disc is playing The disc will stop but remain in the player CDPLAY Press this button to change to the disc function whenthe radio is on EJECT Press this button to remove thedisc or stop the disc and switchto the radio EJECT will wo...

Page 153: ...eturn 7 4 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton EQUALIZER A seven bandequalizer is part of your audio system Slide the levers up toboost or downto reduce frequency range Adjusting theSpeakers BAL Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to move the sound to the left or right speakers Use the middle position to balance these speakers Push the knob back in when you re not using it FADE Pressthis...

Page 154: ...continue moving back throughthe disc NEXT 2 Press this button or the SEEK up arrowto go to the start of the next track if more than eight and try again seconds have played If you hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward through the disc RDM 3 Press this button t o hear the tracks in a random order It will change tracks in a random rather than sequentialord...

Page 155: ... steps before starting the procedure NOTE If you allow more than 15seconds to elapse between anysteps the radio automaticallyreverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4 1 Write down anywee or four digit number from 000 to 1999and keep it in a safe place separate from the vehicle 2 Turnthe ignition to the ACC or RUN position 3 Turn the radio off 4 Press the 1and 4 buttons togeth...

Page 156: ...r the correct code before INOP appears If you lose orforget your code contact your dealer Disabling the Theft Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition to the ACC or RUN position 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press the1and 4 buttons together Hold them down until SEC shows on the display 4 Press MIN q d 000 will appear on the display...

Page 157: ...will advance with the up arrow and rewind with the down mow PRESET Press this button to hear the radio stations that are set on your pushbuttons AM F Press this button to selectAM FM1 or 342 If a cassette tape or compact disc is playing the tape or discwill stopplaying and the radio will play UBderstandingRadio R 3eption FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound But FMsignals will reach onl...

Page 158: ...reasevolume slowly until you hear Comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before youadd any sound equipment toyour vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio be sure you can add what you want If you c a n it s very importantto do it properly Added sound equipment may interferewith the operationof your vehicle s engine Delcoradio or other systems and even with the operationof soun...

Page 159: ...turn It i snormal for the cassette to eject while cleaning Insert the cassette at least three times to ensure thorough cleaning A scrubbing action cleaning cassette is available throughyour Pontiac dealer I E __ c l j n _ You may also choose a non scrubbing action wet type cleaner which usesa cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head This type of cleaning cassette will not eject t may not...

Page 160: ... your radio to make the power antenna go down This will prevent the mast from possibly getting damaged If the antenna does not go down when you turn the radio off it may be damaged or need to be cleaned In either case lowerthe antenna by hand by carefully pressingthe antenna down I Make the antennago up and down by turning the radio or ignition off and on If the mast portion of your antenna is dam...

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Page 162: ...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 be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do Be ready for their mistakes Rear end collisions are about the most preventableof accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following di...

Page 163: ...alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmentalreasons for these laws The obvious way to solve this hghway safety problem is far people never todrink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might h n k Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the problem The B...

Page 164: ...e other countries it seven lower The BAC limit forall commercial drivers in theUnited States is 0 04 percent The BAC willbe over 0 10percent after threeto six drinks inone hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is inthe drinks andhow quickly the person drinksthem But the abilityto drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the drivingskills of many ...

Page 165: ...in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking A CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and j...

Page 166: ...and as longas twoor three seconds or more with another Age physicalcondition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at60 mph 100k m h travels 66 feet 20m That could be a lotof distance in an emergency so keeping enough spacebetween your vehicle and others is important And of course actual stopping distanc...

Page 167: ... harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will useit when you brake Once the power assist is used up It may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will beharder to push Anti Lock Brakes Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS A B S is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start your engine or when you...

Page 168: ...e pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the mostof available tire and road conditions 1 Here showanti lockworks Let ssay the road is wet I You re driving safely Suddenly ananimaljumps out in front of you 4 7 ...

Page 169: ...Control System Option LTl VS Engine I Your vehicle may have a tractioncontrol systemthat limits wheelspin This is especially usefulin slippery road conditions The system operatesonly if it senses that one or both of the rear wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction Whenthis happens the system works the rear brakes and reduces engine power by closing the throttle and managingengine spark t...

Page 170: ...System Warning Light in the Index When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust yourdriving accordingly The traction control system automatically comes on whenever youstart your vehicle To limit wheel spin especially in slippery roadconditions you should always leave the system on But you can turn the traction control systemoff if you ever need to You should turn the sy...

Page 171: ...g in Emergencies Use youranti lock braking system when you need to With anti lock you can steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort SteeringTips Drivingon Curves It s...

Page 172: ...ions Underless favorable conditions you ll want to go slower Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steadyspeed Wait to accelerate untilyou are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can bemore effective than braking For example you come over ahill and find a truckstopped in ...

Page 173: ...od reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off RoadRecovery YOU may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of aroad onto theshoulder while you re driving If the levelof the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if thereis nothing in the way steer so that your veh...

Page 174: ...cates it sa l lright to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your sideof the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic 0 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass whileyou re awaiting an opportunity Forone thing following too closely reducesyour area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle Also you won...

Page 175: ...nditions But skids are always possible The three types ofskids correspond to your Pontiac s three control systems Inthe braking skid your wheels aren t rolling In the steering or cornering skid too much speedor steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force And inthe acceleration skid too much throttle causes thedriving wheels to spin A cornering skid is best handled by easing y...

Page 176: ...raking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learnto recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Anyanti lock brake system ABS helps avoid only thebraking...

Page 177: ... may cut down onglare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into t...

Page 178: ...ddenly when your reflexes are tuned fordriving on dry pavement The heavier therain the harder it isto see Even if your windshield wiper bladesare in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings theedge of the road and even people wallung It s wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keepyour windshield washer tank filled ...

Page 179: ...hicle After drivingthrough a large puddle of water or a carwash apply yourbrake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally Driving too fast through large water puddlesor even going throughsome car washes can cause problems too The watermay affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try toslow down before you hit them ...

Page 180: ...hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining I x Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake aqd badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than theunderbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or st...

Page 181: ...ys to increase your safety in city driving One of the biggest problems with city streets i s the amcaunt of traffic on them You ll want to watch out for what theother drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals A 20 ...

Page 182: ...nto thegap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turnsignal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder asoften as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjustyour speed tothe posted limitor to the prevailingrate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless youwant to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your turn signal ...

Page 183: ...vice have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Pontiac dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it 8 Here are some things you can check before a trip Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside WiperBlades Are they in goo dshape Fuel Engine Oil OtherFluids Ha...

Page 184: ...he road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can youdo about highwayhypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently 0 If you get sleepy pull off the road into a r...

Page 185: ... downhill slope I Coastingdownhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Yourbrakes w i l lhave to do all the work of slowing down Theycould get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poorbraking or even none going down a h i l l You could crash Always haveyour enginerunning and your vehicle in gear when yougo downhill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down ...

Page 186: ...d shape for winter You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle Include anice scraper asmall brush or broom a supply of windshield washerfluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel aflashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severeconditions include a smallbag of sand apiece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bag...

Page 187: ...he worst time for this Wet ice Very cold snow or icecan be slick4andhard to drive on But wet ice can be evermore trouble because it may offer the least traction of all You can get wet icewhen it sabout freezing 32 F 0 C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with c...

Page 188: ...d areas wherethe sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildingsor under bridges Sometimes thesurface of a curve or anoverpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch ofice ahead ofyou brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you re actually on the ice andavoid sudden steering maneuvers If You re Caughtin a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow y...

Page 189: ...rm _I You can runthe engine to keep warm but be careful A CAUTION Snow can trap exhaust gases under yourvehicle This can cause deadly CO carbonmonoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome youand kill you You can t see itor smell it so you might not know it is in yourvehicle Clear away snow from around the baseof your vehicle especially any that is blockingyour exhaust pipe And check around again f...

Page 190: ...icle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half houror so until help comes Loading Your Vehicle I OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP WT TIRE LOADING INFORMATION FRT CTR RR TOTAL LBS KG MAX LOADING GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT XXX COLD TIRE TIRE SIZE SPEED PRESSURE RTG PSI KPa FRT RR SPA IF TIRES ARE HOT ADD 4PS1 28KPa SEE OWNER S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Two labels on your vehicle show h...

Page 191: ...he GVWRfor your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do a heavyhad you should spread it out Don t carry more than 100lbs 45 kg in your rear area rn A C UTION Do not loadyour vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break orit can changethe way your vehicle handles These could ...

Page 192: ...you need to If you don t usethe correct equipment and drive properly you can losecontrol when you pulla trailer For example if the traileris too heavy the brakes may not work well9 or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section Askyour Pontiac dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your...

Page 193: ...ds and under greater loads generating extra heat What s more the trailer adds considerablyto wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements I _ _ i If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are some important points 0 0 0 0 There are many differentlaws including speedlimit restrictions having to do withtrailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where ...

Page 194: ...temperatures But even that can be tooheavy 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 B trailer are all important And it can also depend on any special equipment that you have onyour vehicle You can ask your dealer for ourtrailering information or advice or you can write us at Pontiac Division Cust...

Page 195: ...eight carrying hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 of the total loaded trailer weight B If youhave a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A shouldweigh 12 of the totalloaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t you may beable toget them right simply by moving some items arou...

Page 196: ...ld always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may beprovided bythe hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer Followthe manufacturer srecommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them to t...

Page 197: ...g FoIlowing Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving yourvehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situationsthat require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can ret...

Page 198: ...ssibility of engine and transmission overheating If YOU are towing a trailer and you have a nautomatic transmission with Overdrive you may prefer to drive in THIRD D instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE 0 or as you need to a lower gear Or if you have a manual transmission withFJFTH 5 or SIXTH 6 gear and you are towinga trailer it s better not to use FIFTH 5 or SIXTH 6 gear Just drive in FOURTH 4 drive i...

Page 199: ...r Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pul1ing a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant belts cooling system and brake adjustment Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will heip you find them quickly If you re tra...

Page 200: ...our hazard warning flashers letyou warn others They also let police know you have aproblem Your frontand rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off Press the button in to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and Off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in ...

Page 201: ...d your vehicle Jump Starting Ifyour battery has run down you may want to use another vehicleand somejumper cables to start your Pontiac But please usethe following stepsto do it safely Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because 0 They contain acid that can burn you They containgas that can explodeor ignite They containenough dectricity toburn you If you don t follow these steps exactly s...

Page 202: ...e sure the vehicles aren t touching eachother If they are it could cause a ground connection you don t want You wouldn t be able to start your Pontiac and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries In addition it couldsave...

Page 203: ...ent Battery fluid containsacid that can burn you Dan t get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyesor on your skin flushthe place with water and get medical help immediitely A 6 Check that thejumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positi...

Page 204: ...on t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote 9 Now connect the black negative cable to thegood battery s negative terminal Don t let the other end touch anythmg until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal parton the engine of e vehicle with the dead battery 5 5 ...

Page 205: ... battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection isjust as good there but the chanceof sparks getting back to the battery is much less Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while Try to start the vehicle withthe dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service A Heavy Metal Engine Part B Good Battery C Dead Battery 5 6 ...

Page 206: ...el and year of your vehicle rear with sling type equipment 0 Whether you can still move the shift lever 0 If there was an accident what was damaged When the towing service arrives let the towoperator know that this manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations Theoperator may want to see them I I To help avoid injury to you OF others 0 Never letpassengers ride ina vehicle that is ...

Page 207: ...ension components When your vehicle is being towed have the ignition key turned to the OFFposition The steering wheel should be clamped in astraight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing service Do not use the vehicle s steering column lock for this The transmission should be in NEUTRAL N and the parking brake released Don t have your vehicle towed on the drive wheels unless yo...

Page 208: ...sling type equipment or fascidfoglight damage will occur Use wheel lift or car carrier equipment Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment Use safety chains and wheel straps Attach T hook chains to slots in frame rearward of front wheels on both sides I 5 9 ...

Page 209: ...ach lower control a r m NOTICE Take care not to damage thebrake pipes and hoses or the ABS sensor and wiring NOTICE 1 Towing a vehicle over rough surfacescould damage a vehicle Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment contact To help avoid damage install a towing dollyand raise vehicle until adequate clearance is obtained between the groundand or wheel lift equipm...

Page 210: ... Towing a vehicle overrough surfaces could damage a vehicle Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment contact To help avoid damage install a towing dolly and raise vehicle until adequate clearanceis obtained betweenthe ground and or wheel lift equipment Do not attach winch cablesor J hooks to suspension components when using car carrier equipment Always use T hooks...

Page 211: ... hook chains in front of rear wheels in bottom offrame rail on both sides Attach a separate safety chain around each outboard end of the rear axle I 1 NOTICE Take care not todamagethe brakepipesand cables 5 12 ...

Page 212: ...r hearsteam corning from it Just turn it off and get everyoneaway from thevehicle until it cools down Waituntil there is no sign of steam or coolant before opening the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in itcan catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get outof the vehicleuntilthe engine is cool NOTICE If your engine catc...

Page 213: ...y 3 If you re in a trafficjam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE or DRIVE D for automatic transmissions If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about10minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If th...

Page 214: ...ere s what you 1 1see When you decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see V8 Engine 1 Coolant Recovery Tank 2 Radiator Pressure Cap 3 Electric Engine Fan V6 Engine 1 CoolantRecovery Tank 2 Radiator Pressure Cap 3 Electric Engine Fan ...

Page 215: ...ctric fan If the coolant inside thecoolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down When it iscool remove the coolant recoverytank cap and look at thedipstick The coolant level should be at FULL COLD If it isn t you may have a leak in theradiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere elsein the cooling system 5 16 ...

Page 216: ...rvice How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at FULL COLD add a 50 50mixture of clean water preferably distilled and DEX COOLTM orange colored silicate free antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank See EngineCoolant in the Index for more information IA CAUTION Adding onlyplain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain...

Page 217: ...ngineparts Coolant containsethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don tspill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at 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 thecooling system is cool before you do it 5 18 ...

Page 218: ...nder pressure and if youturn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Neverturn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Waitfor thecooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure ca p 5 19 ...

Page 219: ...1 You can remove the rachator pressure cap whenthe cooling system including e radiator pressure cap Bnd upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise 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 5 20 ...

Page 220: ...ll the radiatorwith the proper mix up to the base of the filler neck 4 5 Then fill the coolant recovery tank toFULL COLD Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off ...

Page 221: ...r add more of the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 7 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator 8 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap lineup like this I I 5 22 ...

Page 222: ...to overheat and be severely amaged 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 counterclockwise untilit first stops Don t pressdownwhileturningthepressurecap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left ...

Page 223: ...p rl CAUTION I 1 You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolanton a hot engine 3 After the engine cools open theair bleed valves on the heater return hose and water pump inlet ...

Page 224: ...the radiator up to the base of the 7 Rinse or wipe the spilled coolant from the engine and compartment 8 Start the engine and allow it torun in idle for approximately four minutes By this time the coolant level inside the radiator will be lower Add more of the propermixthrough the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck filler neck I ...

Page 225: ...ws on the cap lineup like this 10 Then fill the coolant recoverytank to the proper level For a complete drain flush and refill see your Pontiac dealer or a Pontiac Firebird Service Manual To purchase a service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index 5 26 ...

Page 226: ...the vehicle to go It may be very bumpyand noisy butyou can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on your hazard warning flashers I A CAUTILN Changing ati...

Page 227: ...close out panel See Close Out Panel inthe Index On convertible models you must also remove the convertible top protection panel It s at the upper back the trunk Turn thetwo screw knobs under the trunk edge a quarter turn left counterclockwise to remove the panel The following steps will tell you how to use thejack and change a tire i of 5 28 ...

Page 228: ...n the screw heads until the slots point front andback Gently lift the trim panel and move it out of the way If you have speakers in the trim panel you may have to disconnect the wire formthe speaker The speaker wire may be long enough to remove the trim panel without disconnectingthe wire Tu remove the jack and wheel wrench loosen and remove the bolt and remove theplastic cover 5 29 ...

Page 229: ...Remove the wing nut and adapter and pull out the spare The tools you ll be using include the jack A and wheel wrench B 5 30 ...

Page 230: ...a bolt at the end Attach the wheel wrench to thejack bolt Turn the wheel wrench to the right to raisethe lift head a little If your wheel has a bolt oncenter cap loosen the plastic caps using the wheel wrench 5 31 ...

Page 231: ...ace of the standard wheel nut A special wheel lock key removal tool and instructions are located in the center console Attach the wheel lock key to the socket of the wheelwrench Remove the locking wheel nut by turning counterclockwise ...

Page 232: ... all the wheel nuts Don t remove themyet 2 Position the jack under the vehicle There is a notch in the vehicle s rocker flange onthe coupe model Raise the jack head until it fits firmly into the notch nearest the flat tire On convertible models place the jack in a similar location 5 33 ...

Page 233: ...gerous If the vehicle slipsoff the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by ajack NOTICE Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicleto fall off the jack Besure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising your vehicle ...

Page 234: ...surfaces and spare wheel A CAUTION Rust or dirton the wheel or on theparts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become looseafter a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove anyrust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire b...

Page 235: ...dsor nuts If you do the nutsmight come loose Your wh eel could fall off causing a serious accident 6 Replacethe wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 5 36 ...

Page 236: ...own Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even comeoff This could lead to anaccident Be sure to usethe correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure toget newGM original equipmentwheel nuts Stopsomewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened witha torque wrench to100lb ft 140Nom ...

Page 237: ...ore the center cap in the rear area until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced NOTICE Center caps won tfit on your compact spare If you try to put a center cap on your compact spare you could damagethe cover or the spare Storing a Flat Tire or Spare Tire and Tools Storingajack a tire or other equipment mthe passenger compartment of the vehicle could causeinjury In a sudden stop or collision...

Page 238: ...ageinstructions When you replace the trim panel be sure to tuck it under the weatherstrip 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Trim Panel Bolt Cover Jack Wing Nut Adapter Compact Spare Tire Full Size Tire Carpet Flap Tire StorageBolt ConvertibleTop Protection Knob 5 39 ...

Page 239: ... your trip and 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 soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again When the compact spare is on the rear axle the optional traction control system will cycle and limit acceleration for about the first 15seconds of driving after each ...

Page 240: ...ion does not apply when the compact spare is used as a front tire Don t use your compact spare on other vehicles And don t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires They won t fit Keep your spare tire and its wheel together NOTICE Tire chains won tfit your compact spare Using them candamageyour vehicle and can damage the chains too Don t usetire chains on your compact spare ...

Page 241: ...ast while shiftingyour transmission back and forth you can destroy your transmission For infomation about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in theIndex Rocking your vehicleto get it out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels If your vehicle I has traction control you should turn the system off See Traction Control System in t...

Page 242: ...ac than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Service Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to Your Pontiac dealer knows your vehicle best and wants do Your own service Work see SenicingYWr Air you to be happy with it We hope you ll go to your Bag Equipped Pontiac in the Index dealer for all Your service meds you llget gen...

Page 243: ...iddle grade or regular unleaded gasolines but your vehicle may not accelerate as well At a minimum the gasoline you use should meet spe cificationsASTM D4814 in the United States and CGSB 3 5 M93 in Canada Improved gasoline specifications have been develope d by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association AAMA for better vehicle performance and engine protection Gasolines meeting theAAMA spe...

Page 244: ...ncing additive called MMT Ifyou use such fuels your emission control system performance may deteriorate and the malfunction indicator lampon your instrument panel may turn on If this happens return to your authorized Pontiac dealer for service To provide cleanerair all gasolines are now required to contain additives that will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system allowi...

Page 245: ...your warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil companythat 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 Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation North American Export Sales NAES 1908Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa On...

Page 246: ...o take off the cap turn itslowly to the left counterclockwise I n If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline canspray out on you if you openthe fuel fillercap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel fillercap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all...

Page 247: ...dex NOTICE If you needa new cap be sure to getthe right type Yourdealer can getone for you If you get the wrong type it may notfit and your fueltank and emissions system might be damaged j Checking Things Und the Hoop An electric fan underthe hood can startup and injure you evenwhen the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools awayfrom any underhood electric fan Things that burncan get ...

Page 248: ...Hood Release To open the hood first pull the handle inside the vehicle Then go to the front of the vehicle hood release Lift the hood and pull up on the _ 6 7 ...

Page 249: ... Engine Coolant Reservoir B Battery C Oil Fill Cap D Automatic Transmission Dipstick if equipped E Engine Fan E Windshield Washer Reservoir G Power Steering Reservoir H Engine Oil Dipstick I Brake Fluid Reservoir J Clutch Fluid Reservoir K Air Cleaner if equipped 6 8 ...

Page 250: ...A Engine Coolant Reservoir B Power Steering Reservoir C Engine Oil Dipstick D Battery E Engine Oil Fill Cap E Fan G Windshield Washer Reservoir H Automatic Transmission Dipstick if equipped I BrakeFluidReservoir J ClutchFluidReservoir if equipped K Air Cleaner 6 9 ...

Page 251: ...ine oil level right away 5 7LLT1 Code P Oil Dipstick The engine oil dipstick is the yellow loop near the back of the engine For more information see Low 0il Light in the Index You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you getfuel In order to getan accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on l...

Page 252: ...to the oil pan If you don t theoil dipstick might not show the actual level Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean itwith a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level 3800 L36 Code K Engine 5 7L LT1 Code P Engine 6 11 ...

Page 253: ...urst symbol I 1 NOTICE Don t add too muchoil If your enginehas so much oil that theoiI level gets above the cross hatchedarea that s h m theH r c r p e r operating range your engine couldbe damaged Just fill it enoughto put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re through I U I P If you change your own oil be sure you useoil that has the S...

Page 254: ...6 4 7 18 1 D I I FOR MIS 1 U SYMBOL 4 II WEATHER 00 NOT USE SAE 2OW 50 OR ANYOTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED As shown in the chart unless you have the 5 7L engine SAE 5W 30 is best for your vehicle However you can use SAE 1OW 30if it s going to be0 F 18 C or above These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not useother viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 5 7LLTl Code P Engi...

Page 255: ...ore your next oil change Whenit s very cold you should use SAE 5W 30 These numberson an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 2OW 50 NOTICE Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute CertifiedFor Gasoline Engines Starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM Goodwren...

Page 256: ...l to break down slower What toDo with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that maybe unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a goodhand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about t...

Page 257: ...Air Cleaner 3800L36 Code K Engine 5 7L LT1 Code P Engine Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine whento replace the air filter 1 8 1 See Scheduled MaintenanceSenkes in the Index 6 16 ...

Page 258: ...ou could beburned Don t drive with it off and be careful working onthe engine with the air cleaner off i I NOTICE I L I f t h e e a n e r isoff a backfire can causea I Air Filter Replacement To remove the air filter damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get have the air cleaner in place when you redriving into your engine which will damage it Always 1 Remove the plastic pin by pulling it straig...

Page 259: ...2 Disconnect theplastic clamp on the duct Pull apart the connection 3 Pull theair cleaner straightup Unclampthe metal clips ...

Page 260: ...f you have the 5 7L LT1 engine with the WS6 option your air cleaner will be locatednear the front of the engine compartment To remove the filter remove thescrews located on the rear edgeof the air cleaner lift the air cleaner and remove thefilter ...

Page 261: ...to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at your Pontiac dealership Service Department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could geta false reading on the dipstick NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts...

Page 262: ...eratures are 50 F 10 C or more If it s colder than 50 F lO C you may have to idle the engine longer Should the fluid level be low during a cold check you must perform a hot check before adding fluid Thiswill give you a more accurate reading of the fluid level Checking the Fluid Hot or Cold 0 Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine 0 With theparking brake applied place the shift lever ru...

Page 263: ...ag or papertowel then pullit back out again 1 The transaxle fluid handle is the red loop near the 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and 5 7LLT1 Engine Transmission Dipstick The fluid levelmust be in the COLD area for a cold check QT in the HOT area or crosshatch area for a hot check L 33 ...

Page 264: ...fluid only after checking the transmission fluid HOT A COLD check is used only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bringthe level up to the HOT area for a hot check It doesn t take much fluid generally less than a pint 0 5L Don t overfill We recommend youuse only fluid labeled DEXRON 111 because fluid with that label is made especiallyfor your automatic ...

Page 265: ... transmission fluid Check the fluid level only when your engine is off the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transmission is cool enough for you to rest your fingerson the transmission case Then followthese steps 1 Remove the filler plug 2 Check that the lubricant levelis up to the bottom of the filler plug hole 3 If the fluid levelis good install the plug and be sure it is fully seated I...

Page 266: ...could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Check and What toUse Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid levelin your clutch master cylinder reservoir and forthe proper fluid See Owner Checks and Services and Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index How to Check The proper fluid should be added if the level is below the ...

Page 267: ...entialLubricant Additive GM P a r tNo 1052358 Then fill to the bottom of the filler plug hole with Axle Lubricant GM PartNo 12345977 Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with new DEX COOLTM orange colored silicate free engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 100 000miles 166 000 km whichever occurs first The following explains your co...

Page 268: ...t meets GM Specification 6277M which won tdamage aluminumparts Use GM Engine Coolant Supplement sealer GM P a r t No 3634621 with any complete coolant change If you use this mixture you don t need to add anything else Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolantmix will Your vehicle s coolant warnin...

Page 269: ...nt more than four times a year have your dealer check yourcooling system NOTICE If you usethe proper coolant you don t have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system Thesecan be harmful Checking Coolant When your engine is cold check the dipstick on the cap of the coolant recovery tank The coolant level should be at COLD or a little higher When your engineis warm the l...

Page 270: ...ne Overheating in the Index for information LAUTION urning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator arehot can allowsteam and scaldingliquidsto blow out and burn you badly Never turn the pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot Add coolantmix at the recovery tank but be carefulnot to spill it I You can beburned if you spill coolanton hot engine parts Coolantcon...

Page 271: ... Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature When you replace your thermostat an AC thermostat is recommended Power Steering Fluid 3800 L36 Engine When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessaryto regularly check power steering fluid unless y...

Page 272: ...LL COLDmark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark e When the engine compartment is hot the level should be at the H or HOT mark e When the engine compartment is cool the level should be at C or FULL COLD mark What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in theIndex Always use the proper flu...

Page 273: ...tank is full NOTICE When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water 0 Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid three quarters full when it s very cold This allowsfor expansion which could da...

Page 274: ...akes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you addfluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when youget new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when workis done on the brake hydraulic system Ifyou havetoo much brake fluid it can spill on the engine T...

Page 275: ...id reservoir Thefluid level should be abovethe plastic seam in the reservoir If it isn t have your brake system checked to seeZthere i s a leak A krwmk is done on thebrakehydraulic system make smethe levelis above the plastic seam near the base of the filler neck When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid such as Delco Supreme 11 GM Part No 1052535 Use new brake fluid from a sealed co...

Page 276: ...d go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedalf i y The brake wear warningsound means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well That could lead to an accident Whenyou hear the brakewear warning sound have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditionsor...

Page 277: ...f YOU brake pedal goes downfartherthannarmd y o u rear drum brakes may need adjustment Adjust them by backing upand firmly applying the brakes a few times Replacing Brake SystemParts The braking system ona modern vehicleis complex Itsmany parts have to be of top qualityandworkwell together if the vehicle is to have really good braking Vehicles we design and test have top quality GM brake parts in ...

Page 278: ...down Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature inthe Index Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulb see Replacement Bulbs inthe Index Halogen Bulbs I CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You canbe badlyhurt if you aren t careful See66Jump Starting in th...

Page 279: ...replace a headlamp I OpeTX the headlamp door by hand See Headlamp Doors in the Index I 2 Unscrew thebezel with a s c r e w c k i andremove it II I W L 3 Remove the screws and pull out the bulb housing 6 38 ...

Page 280: ...nal 4 Pullout the bulb and disconnect the electrical connector 5 Reverse the steps witha new bulb 1 Using a screwdriver remove theplastic screws from the deflector under the vehicle Move the deflector out of the way ...

Page 281: ...2 Turn and pull out the socket and the bulb 3 Pull out the bulb 4 Reverse the steps with a new bulb Center High MountedStoplamp To replace the bulb 1 Remove the two screws in the stodarnp Lem 6 40 ...

Page 282: ...m the back of the assembly 3 Reverse the steps with a new bulb Rear Lamps To change any rear bulb you have to remove the entire housing 1 Remove the trim panel from the side that you are replacing the bulb 2 Pull the carpet back 3 Remove the wing nuts 6 41 ...

Page 283: ...a socket without a tab turnthe socket counterclockwise To remove the bulb push in and turn it counterclockwise then pull it out Reverse the steps with a new bulb Rear Sidemarker I I P To replace a rear sidemarkerbulb 1 Remove the screw from the sidemarker assembly 2 To pull out the bulb housing tilt the housing to remove the tabbed end 6 42 ...

Page 284: ...ps with a new bulb Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Replacement blades come indifferent types and are removed in different ways To remove the wiper blade assembly 1 Lift thewiper a r m until it locks into an upright position 2 Press the locking tab down while sliding the blade assembly down L 6 43 ...

Page 285: ...ement bladeelementshave three plastic caps which retaintwo metal flexor strips Do not remove these caps before the elementis installed At the heel end of the blade assembly notched end of blade elementlast slidethe blade element into the blade claw sets The plastic retainer caps will be forced off as the element is fully inserted Make sure that all the claw sets are properlyengaged in the slotsof ...

Page 286: ...our Vehicle in the Index Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resultingaccident could cause serious injury Check alltires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when youhit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn oldtires can cause accidents...

Page 287: ...l right It s not If your tires don t have enough air underinflation you can get the following Toomuchflexing e Too much heat 0 Tire overloading NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued 0 Badwear 0 Bad handling Bad fuel economy If yourtires have too much air overinflation you can get the following 0 Unusualwear Bad handling 0 Rough ride Needless damage fram road hazards When to Check Check your tires once...

Page 288: ...res on thevehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled MaintenanceServi es in theIndex for scheduled rotation intervals If you don t have P245 50ZR16or P275 40ZR17 Goodyear Eagle GS C tires use the rotation pattern shown previously for your tires L If you have P245 50ZR16 or P275 40ZR17 Goodyear Eagle GS C tires they must roll in a certain direction for the best overall performan...

Page 289: ...a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you needto to get allthe rust or dirt off See ChangingaFlat Tire in the Index When It s T h e for New Tires One way totell when it s time for newtires isto check the treadwear indicators which will appear when yourtires have only 1 16inch 1 6mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tireif any of the following statemen...

Page 290: ...ve an all season tread design the TPC number will be followedby an MS I for mud and snow A I If you ever replaceyour tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radi...

Page 291: ... the government course as atire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are A B and C and they representthe tire s ability to stop o...

Page 292: ...lace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaksair replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your Pontiac dealer if any of these conditionsexist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying ...

Page 293: ...e awheel use anew GM original equipment wheel NOTICE If your Pontiachas P235 55R16 P245 50ZRl6 or P275 40ZR17 size tires don t usetire chains They can damageyour vehicle If you have other tires usetire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chainsthat are the proper size for your tires Installthem on the rear tires and tighten them as tightly as possible withthe e...

Page 294: ...ese unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle 0 Alcohol LaundrySoap Bleach 0 ReducingAgents Cleaning the Inside of Your Pontiac Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean damp cloth Your Pontiac dealer has two GM cleaners a solvent type spot lifter anda foam type powdered cleaner They will clean normal spots and...

Page 295: ...s left witha slightly damp paper towel or Then dry it immediately witha blow dryer Wipe with a clean cloth Using Solvent Qpe Cleaner onFabric First seeif you have to use solvent typecleanerat all Some spots and stains will clean off better withjust water and mild soap If you need touse a solvent Gently scrape excess soilfrom the trim materialw i t h a clean dull knife or scraper Use very little cl...

Page 296: ... off excess stain then sponge the 2 If a stain remains follow the foam type instructions soiled area with cool water described earlier 3 If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treat the area with a waterhaking soda solution 1teaspoon 5 ml of baking soda to 1cup 250ml of lukewarm water 4 If needed clean lightly with solvent type cleaner Combination Stains Stains caused by candy ice cream ...

Page 297: ...fficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Care of SafetyBelts Keep belts clean and dry I Do not bleachordye safety belts If you do it may severely weaken them In a crash they mightnot be able to provide adequate protection Clean safetybelts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Glass Glass should be cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner GM P a r t No 1050427 or a liquid household gl...

Page 298: ...er Wiper bladesshould be checkedon a regular basis and replaced when worn I Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and notstick or squeak Apply silicone grease with aclean cloth at least every six months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning a Removable Roof ...

Page 299: ...residue from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Your Pontiac has a basecoaYclearcoat paint finish The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss tothe colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoatklearcoat paint finish I NOTICE Machine compounding or aggressive polishing...

Page 300: ...vehicle s painted finish If you decide to go through an automatic car wash ask the manager if the equipment could damage your top completely dry before you lower it it could leave streaks Aluminum Wheels If So Equipped Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then beapplied The sur...

Page 301: ...cur on the underbody parts such as he1lines frame floor pan and exhaust system eventhough they have corrosion protection _ A I e l i l y r e 134 2 e At Leastevery spring flush these materials from the underb ody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of theframe should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer oran underbody car washi...

Page 302: ...Appearance Care Materials Chart 6 61 ...

Page 303: ...labelis not removed from thevehicle This isthe legal identifier for your Pontiac It appears on a plate in the front cornerof the instrument panel on the driver s side You can see5t if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighthchar...

Page 304: ...iring is protected by a circuit breaker An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and afuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by so...

Page 305: ...nstrument panel The other is in the engine compartment Open the cover on eitherof the boxes to expose the fuses Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace thefuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the correct size If you ever havea problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one Just picksome feature of your carthat you...

Page 306: ...mps DRL Module TURN B U Performance Traction Control RADIO ACCY TAIL LTS HVAC PWR ACCY COURTESY GAGES AIR BAG Usage Powertrain ControlModule PCM Fuel Pump Relay Radio Power Antenna Bose Relay Remote Compact Disc Changer Daytime Running Lamps DRL Module Headlamp Switch HVAC Selector Switch Rear Defogger TimerRelay Rear Defogger Switch Rear Defogger Switch Timer Park Lamp Relay Hatch Release Relay P...

Page 307: ...atching Module Convertible Top Switch PCM IGN Powertrain Control Module PCM WIPEWASH Wiper Motor Assembly WINDOWS Power Windows Switch RH LH Fuse Usage I P DIMMER Door Illumination Lamp RH LH Headlamp Switch Fog Lamp Switch Instrument Cluster HVAC Control Assembly PRNDL Illumination Lamp Ashtray Lamp Radio Steering Wheel Controls Radio Rear WindowDefogger Switch Timer Performance Traction Control ...

Page 308: ...S BAT AIR PUMPFAN HORN INJECTOR EN6 SEN IGNITION NC CRUISE Usage Brake PressureValve Electronic Brake Control Module Air Pump V8 Relay Pump Bleed Valve andCoolingFan Horn Relay Fuel Injectors Mass Airflow Heated Oxygen Sensor ReverseLockout Solenoid Skip Shift Solenoid AutomaticTransmission Brake Switch V6 VIN K Electronic Ignition Module V8 VIN P Ignition Coil Module CrankshaftPosition Sensor Ign...

Page 309: ... Automatic Transmission Indicator 73 Back up 1156 CenterHigh Mounted Stoplamp 921 Cluster 161 Dome 906 Do orCourtesy 74 Fog 880 Front Parking and Turn Signal 3057 GloveBox 194 Headlamp H 6545 Heater andA C Control 37 IndicatorLights PC74 Interior Door Handle 74 License 194 Reading 212 2 Rea Courtesy 562 Sidemarker 194 Tail Only 194 TaiVStop Turn 2057 Trunk 562 Turn SignalIndicators 161 Manual tran...

Page 310: ... 24 inches 610 mm Firing Order Capacities Approximate The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions Air Conditioning See the refrigerant information label under the hood Automatic Transmission Drain and Refill 10pints 4 7L Overhaul VIN Engine Code K 17 6pints 8 3 L VIN Engine Code P 21 6pints 10 2 L VIN Engine Code K V With Manual Transmission 12 5 quarts 11 8L W...

Page 311: ...ystemin your vehicleneeds refrigerant be sure the proper refrigerant is used I f you re not sure ask your Pontiac dealer Recheck fluidlevel after filling See Automatic TransmissionFluid or ManualTransmission Fluid in the Index Recheck theoil level after filling See Engine Oil in theIndex Vehicle Dimensions Wheelbase Front Tread Rea Tread Length Firebird Formula Trans Am Width Height 101 1inches 2 ...

Page 312: ...97C Battery 75 60 Engine Oil Filter VINEngineCode K A1163C If theairconditioningsystem in yourvehicleneeds I I If you re not sure ask your Pontiac dealer VINEngineCode K PF47 VINEngineCode P PF25 Fuel Filter GF578 PCV Valve VINEngineCode K CV892C VIN EngineCode P CV895C RadiatorCap RC24 Spark Plug VIN Engine Code K 41 921 0 060 Gap VIN EngineCodeP e41 943 0 050 Gap Specification 180 F 82 C Thermos...

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Page 314: ...intenance required for your affect the quality of the airwe breathe Improper fluid Pontiac Your vehicle needs these services to retain its levels orthe wrong tire inflation can increasethe level safety dependability and emission controlperformance of emissions fromyour vehicle To help protect our I u GM environment and to keep your vehicle in good 1 condition please maintain your vehicle properly ...

Page 315: ...ee Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services9 tells you what should be checked whenever you stop for fuel It also explains what you can easily do to help keepyour vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your Pontiac dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform 64Part D...

Page 316: ...ntiac dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be repla...

Page 317: ...0 Miles 10000 km Chassis Lubrication Change or 3 months whichever occurs first or 6 months whichever occurs first I Short Trip City Intervals At 6 000Miles 10 000 km Then Every 12 000Miles 20 000 km Tire Rotation Every 6 000Miles 10000 km of Trailering Rear AxleFluid Change Vehicles Towing Trailers At the First 6 000 Miles 10000 I s m Rear Axle Fluid Change Limited Slip Differential Every 15 000 M...

Page 318: ...km Rear Axle Fluid Change Limited Slip Differential At 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Then Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25000 km Automatic Transmission Service severe conditions only Every 30 000Miles 50 000 km Air CleanerFilter Replacement Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Every 60 000Miles 100000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Co...

Page 319: ...d has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge thatall recommended maintenance servicesbe performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded I 3 000 Miles 5000 km 17Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursf...

Page 320: ...ation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional mforrnation Dwing tire rotation check brake calipers for freedom of movement Refer to the appropriateGM service manual for proper caliper service procedures 0Changetherear axle gearlubricantifvehicleis used to pull a trailer or has limited slip merentid 9 000 Miles 15 000 km 0Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occur...

Page 321: ...ll a trailer 15 000 Miles 25 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission ControlService 0Inspect air cleaner ilterif you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service 0Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city trafficwhere ...

Page 322: ...Miles 30 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricatethe steering linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first 0Rotate tires See TireInspection and Rotation i n the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information During tire rotation check brake calipers for freedom o fmovement Refer to the appropriate GM serv...

Page 323: ... Control Service DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 24 000 Miles 40 000 km 0Change engine oil andfilter or every 3 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Sewice 0Lubricate thesteering linkage or every 6 months whicheveroccurs first 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUALMILEAGE 10 ...

Page 324: ...l and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service Lubricate the steering linkage or every 6 months whicheveroccurs first 17Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer 0Replace air cleaner filter An Emission ControlService 0Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasketfor any damage Replace parts as needed An ...

Page 325: ... doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service I f you do not useyour vehicle ulzder any of these conditions change thefluid andfilter at lO0 OOO miles 166000 km Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change Rotation in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additionalinformation During tire rotation check brake calipers for fieedom of movement Refer to t...

Page 326: ...ontrol Service DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICEDBY 36 000 Miles 60 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service Lubricate the steering linkage or every 6 months whichever occursfirst 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE ...

Page 327: ...ursfirst An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the steering linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first e3 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information During tire rotation check brake calipers for fieedom of movement Refer to the appropriateGM service manual for proper caliper service procedures is used to pulla trailer Ch...

Page 328: ...e outside temperature regularly reaches 90O F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such asfound in taxi police or I f you do not use your vehicle under any o f these conditions change thefluid andfilter at 100 000miles 166 000 km Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change 0Inspect air cleaner filter if you aredriving in dusty conditions Repla...

Page 329: ... Control Service 0Lubricate the steering linkage or every 6 months whichever occursfirst Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 51 000 Miles 85 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Service DATE ACTUALMXLEAGE SERVICED BY 7 16 ...

Page 330: ...ction and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information During tire rotation check brake calipers for fieedom of movement Refer to the appropriateGM service manual for proper caliper service procedures 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used topull a trailer 57 000 Miles 95000 km 0Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An...

Page 331: ...city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32O C or higher In hilly or mountainousterrain When doingfrequent trader towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service Ifyou do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions chartge thefluidandfilter at 100 000miles I66 000 lzm Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change 17Inspect engine accessory drive belt...

Page 332: ...cursfirst An Emission ControlService 0Lubricate the steering linkage or every 6 months whichever occursfirst 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information During tire rotation check brake calipers for fieedom of movement Refer to the appropriateGM service manual for proper caliper service procedures 0Change the rear axle gearlubr...

Page 333: ...ontrolService 0Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission ControlService 0Lubricate the steering linkage or every 6 months whichever occursfirst 0Change therear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 20 ...

Page 334: ...he outside temperature regularly reaches 90O F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change thefluid andfilter at 100 000miles 166000 km Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change 0Inspect air cleanerfilter if you are driving in dusty ...

Page 335: ...n in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information During tire rotation check brake calipers for freedom of movement Refer to the appropriateGM service manual for proper caliper service procedures is usedto pull a trailer 0Change the rear axle gear lubricantif vehicle DATE ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICEDBY 81 000 Miles 135 000 km CIChange engineoil and filter orevery 3 months whichever o...

Page 336: ...olService 0Lubricate the steering linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first 0Change the rear axle gear lubricantif vehicle is used to pull a trailer I I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICEDBYJ 87 000 Miles 145000 km I 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE ...

Page 337: ...hicle is mainly drivenunder one or more of these conditions An Emission Control Service In heavy city trafficwhere the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher t i i r I I t In hill 1 or mountain0us terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such asfound in taxi police or delivery service lfyou do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change thefluid andJiEter at...

Page 338: ...ee Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information During tire rotation check brake calipers for fkeedom of movement Referto the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures DATE ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICEDBY 93 000Miles 155000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission ControlService 25 ...

Page 339: ...l Service 0Lubricate the steering linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first 0Changethe rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pulla trailer _ c I I 7 ACTUAL MILEAGE 7 1 SERVICED BY 99 000Miles 165000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Service I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE ISERVICED BXI ...

Page 340: ...radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test cooling system and pressurecap An Emission Control Service El Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service 0If you haven t usedyour vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmissionfluid change both the fluid and filter DAT...

Page 341: ...urge that all recommended maintenance servicesbe performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded 7 5 0 0Miles 12 500 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first 0Lubricate the steering linkage or every 12months whicheveroccurs first 0Change therear axle gear lubricant if the vehicle has limited slip differential I7Rotate tires See Tire Inspection ...

Page 342: ...r if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or moreof these conditions In heavy city traffic wherethe outside temperature regularly reaches90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service I f you do not use your vehicle under anyof these conditions change thefluid andfilter at 100 000miles 166 000 km Manual...

Page 343: ...vice manual for proper caliper service procedures DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 30 000 Miles 501 0 0 0km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the steering linkage or every 12months whicheveroccurs first Change automatictransmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heav...

Page 344: ...ntrol Service An Emission Control Service DATE SERVICED BY ACTUALMILEAGE 37 500 Miles 62 500 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first 0Lubricate the steering linkage or every 12months whichever occurs first 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information During tire rotation check brake calipers for...

Page 345: ...riven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularlyreaches 90 F 32 C or higher An Emission Control Service In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such asfound in taxi police or delivery service I f you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change thefluid andfilter at 100 000miles 166 000 km Manu...

Page 346: ...e procedures An Emission Control Sewice I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE ISERVICED BY I 60 000 Miles 100 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter orevery 12months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the steering linkage or every 12months whichever occurs first 0Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy ...

Page 347: ...sket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission ControlService I 67 500Miles 112 500 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whicheveroccurs first 0Lubricate the steering linkage or every 12months whicheveroccurs first 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information During tire rotation check brake calipers for f...

Page 348: ...the vehicleis mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches90 F 32 C or higher i P In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change thefluid andfilter at 100 000miles 166 000 km Manual...

Page 349: ... of movement Referto the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures RATE SERVICEDB E ACTUAL MILEAGE i 90 000 Miles 150 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whicheveroccurs first 0Lubricate the steering linkage or every 12 months whicheveroccurs first 0Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehcle is mainly driven under one or more of these ...

Page 350: ...s needed An Em ission ControlService An Emission Control Service 97 500 Miles 162 500 km IJ Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the steering linkage or every 12months whichever occursfirst 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information During tire rotation che...

Page 351: ...adiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Sewice 0Inspect sparkplug wires An Emission Control Service Replace spark plugs 0If you haven t usedyour vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and thereforle haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter An Emission Control Service I...

Page 352: ...gine oil level and add theproper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mix if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See ...

Page 353: ...m and repair if needed Automatic TransmisBiionCheck Check the transmission fluid level add if needed See Automatic Transmission in the Index A fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the system and repair if needed Hydraulic Clutch System Check Check the fluid lev elin the clutch reservoir See Hydraulic Clutch Fluid in theIndex A fluid lossin this system could indicate a problem Have the system in...

Page 354: ...r yto start the engine The starter should work only when theclutch is pushed down all the way to the floor If the starter works when the clutch isn t pushed all the way down yourvehicle needs service Brake Transmission Shift Interlock BTSI Check Automatic Transmission When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below 1 Be...

Page 355: ...eginto move You or others could be injured and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move 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 an...

Page 356: ...fumesinto the vehicle See Engine Exhaust in the Index Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked swollen or deteriorated Inspect all pipes fittings and clamps replace as needed Throttle Linkage Inspection Inspect the throttle linkage for interferenceor binding and for damageor missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any cables that have h...

Page 357: ...M orange colored silicate free antifreeze conforming to GM Specification 6277M See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE Coolant Supplement Sealer Hydraulic Brake System Hydraulic Clutch System Power Steering System Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Key Lock Cylinders FLUIDLUBRICANT GM P a r tNo 3634621 or equivalent with a complete flush and refill Delco SupremeI1 Brake Fluid GM P a r tNo 10...

Page 358: ...977 and 2 ounces 59 ml of Limited Slip DifferentialLubricantAdditive GM Part No 1052358or equivalent where required See Rear Axle inthe Index GC LB GC LB USAGE Windsheld Washer Solvent Hood Latch Assembly Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Hood andDoor Hinges Weatherstrip Conditioning FLUIDLUBRICANT GM Optikleen Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Lubriplate lubricant aerosol GM Par...

Page 359: ...boxesprovided after the maintenance interval Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain a l l maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio Any additioial information from Owner Checks and is a convenientplace to store them Maintenance Record SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 360: ...Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICEDBY READING c 7 47 ...

Page 361: ...Maintenance Record I I I I I ...

Page 362: ...tive Dispute Resolution Program Reporting Safety Defects Service and Owner Publications Here you will find out how to contact Pontiacif you need assistance This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects This section includes information on Pontiac Cares PONTIACZ l I With the PONTIAC CARES program you are never more than aphone call away from hav...

Page 363: ...sed in greater detail further in your owner s manual Pontiac is focusing on the changing needs of our customers and is committed in giving you an exceptional levelof customer care throughout the ownership experience Our goal is to create total customer enthusiasm in our product and our services and make you the most satisfied customer in theworld Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction a...

Page 364: ... and Canada call the following numbers as appropriate In Mexico 525 625 3256 In Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English or 0 In the U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 0 In the Dominican Republic 1 800 751 4135 English or 1 800 751 4136 Spanish 1 800 496 9993 Spanish In theBahamas 1 800 389 0009 In Bermuda Barbados Antigua and the British 0 In all other Caribbeancountries 1 809 763 1315 In other overseas...

Page 365: ...tiac please remember that your concern will likely be resolvedin the dealership using the dealer s facilities equipment and personnel That is why we suggestyou follow Step One first if you have a concern Customer Assistancefor Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Pontiac hasTTY equipment available at its Custo...

Page 366: ... number is staffed by a team of technically trained advisors who are available 24 hours a day 365 days a year We take anxiety outof uncertain situations by providing minor repair information over the phone or making arrangements to tow your vehicle to the nearest Pontiac dealer We will provide the following servicesfor 3 years 36 000 miles at no expense to you 0 Vehicle outof fuel Keys locked in v...

Page 367: ...g information to give the advisor Location of vehicle Telephone number of your location Vehicle model year and color 0 Mileage of vehicle a Vehicle Identification Number 0 Vehicle license plate number judgement the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence While we hope that you never have the occasion to use our service it is added security whiletraveling for you and yo ur family...

Page 368: ...ituations For sameday service you are entitled to one way shuttle service of up to 10miles If the repairs require an overnight stay for the car you re entitled to either a Pontiac loaner or reimbursement for a rental car up to 30 day for up to five days Some state insurance regulations make it impractical to rent vehicles to people under 21 years of age If you are under 21 and have difficulty rent...

Page 369: ... regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle LimitedWarianty To assistin resolving these disagreements Pontiac voluntarily participatesin BBB AUTO LINE BBB AUTO LINE is an out of court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to settle disputes between customers and automobile manufacturers This program is available fkee of charge to customers who currently own ...

Page 370: ...ts For further information contact the BBB at 1 800 955 5100 or the Pontiac Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 PM CARES REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If youbelieve that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death youshould immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General M...

Page 371: ...Ontario K1G 352 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TQ GENERAL MOTORS In additionto notifying NHTSA or Tran sportCanada in a situationlike this we certainly hopeyou il not us Please call us at 1 800 PM CARES or write Pontiac Division CustomerAssistanceCenter One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac MI 48340 2952 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English 01 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of C d L i m...

Page 372: ...ill includethe Maintenance RETAIL SELL PRICE 90 00 Schedulefor all models TRANSMISSION TRANSAXLE TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on unit repair service In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 15 00 procedures adjustments and specifications for the Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only 1996 GM transmissions transaxles...

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Page 374: ...ntenna Power 3 23 Antifreeze 6 26 Anti Lock Brake SystemWarning Light 2 78 4 6 Brakes 4 6 Anti Theft Radio 3 18 Appearance Care 6 53 Appearance Care Materials 6 61 ArbitrationProgram 8 8 Audio Controls SteeringWheel Touch Control 3 20 Audio Systems 3 6 Automatic Overdrive 2 29 Automatic Transmission Check 7 40 Fluid 6 20 Operation 2 27 Park Mechanism Check 7 42 Starting Your Engine 2 23 Axle Limit...

Page 375: ...Replacement 6 40 Certification Label 4 30 Chains Safety 4 35 Chains Tire 6 52 Changing a Flat Tire 5 27 Chechng Your Restraint Systems 1 41 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 60 Child Restraints 1 32 Securing in a Rear Seat Position 1 34 Securing intheRight Front Seat Position 1 36 TopStrap 1 33 Where to Put 1 32 Cigarette Lighter 2 59 Circuit Breakers and Fuses 6 64 Cleaner Air 6 16 Cleaning 6 53 Aluminum...

Page 376: ...ngSafety 8 9 8 10 Defensive Driving 4 1 Defogger Rear Window 3 4 Defogging 3 5 Defrosting 3 5 Delayed Illumination 2 53 Dimensions Vehicle 6 70 Dolby B Noise Reduction 3 9 Door Last Door Closed Locking Feature 2 4 2 17 Lockout Prevention 2 4 2 17 Locks 2 3 Downshifting 2 35 Driver Position 1 12 Driving Driver s Door Alarm Delay Shock Sensor Enable 2 20 City 4 20 Defensive 4 1 Drunken 4 2 Freeway 4...

Page 377: ...0 ExitLighting 2 17 Last Door Closed Locking 2 17 Lockout Prevention 2 17 Remote Lock Control Verification 2 18 Theft Deterrent Arming Method 2 19 Theft Deterrent Arming Verification 2 19 Fifth Gear Manual Transmission 2 32 2 33 FillingYourTank 6 4 Filter Engine Oil 6 15 First Gear Automatic Transmission 2 30 First Gear ManualTransmission 2 3 1 2 33 Flashers Hazard Warning 5 1 Flat Tire Changing 5...

Page 378: ...2 50 Wiring 6 63 Hearing Impaired Customer Assistance 8 4 Heating 3 3 High BeamHeadlamps 2 44 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 23 Hitches Trailer 4 35 Hood Checking Things Under 6 6 Release 6 7 Horn 2 42 HydraulicClutch 6 25 HydraulicClutchSystem Check 7 40 Hydroplaning 4 19 Ignition Switch 2 21 Inflation Tire 6 46 Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror 2 55 Inspections 7 43 Brakesystem 7 ...

Page 379: ...Loading Your Vehicle 4 29 LockoutPrevention 2 4 2 17 Cylinders 7 40 Door 2 3 Locks 2 3 KeyLock Cylinder Service 7 40 PowerDoor 2 4 Steering Column Lock Check 7 42 Low Coolant Light 2 82 LowOilLight 2 86 LowTraction Light 2 81 4 8 Lubricants and Fluids 7 44 Lubrication Service Body 7 40 Lumbar Controls 1 3 M a i n Fuse Block 6 65 Maintenance NormalReplacement Parts 6 71 Maintenance Record 7 46 Main...

Page 380: ... Spotting Chemical 6 60 Park AutomaticTransmission 2 27 ShiftingInto 2 37 Shifting Out of 2 39 Parking At Night 2 11 Brake 2 36 Brake Mechanism Check 7 42 Lots 2 11 Over Things That Burn 2 40 WithaTrailer 4 37 Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transmission 2 39 Passenger Position 1 26 1 27 Passing 4 13 PASS Key II 2 14 Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 43 Pontiac Cares Information 8 1 Power Antenna Mas...

Page 381: ...Check 7 40 Retained AccessoryPower 2 54 Reverse AutomaticTransmission 2 28 Reverse Manual Transmission 2 32 2 33 Right Front Passenger Position 1 26 Roadside Assistance 8 5 RoadsideAssistance Canadian 8 6 Rocking YourVehicle 5 42 Roof Panels in Lift off 2 61 Rotation Tires 6 47 Safety Belt Extender 1 41 SafetyBelts 1 7 Adults 1 12 Care 6 56 Children 1 30 DriverPosition 1 12 Extender 1 41 How to We...

Page 382: ...ft Speeds 2 34 Shifting AutomaticTransmission 2 27 Sheet Metal Damage 6 60 Into Park P 2 37 Out pf Park 2 39 Shifting Manual Transmission 2 3 1 2 33 SignalingTurns 2 44 Sixth Gear Manual Transmission 2 33 Skidding 4 14 Skip Shift Light 2 34 Sound Equipment Adding 3 21 Spare Tire Compact 5 40 Specificationsand Capacities 6 69 Specifications Engine 6 69 SRS l 19 Speech Impaired Customer Assistance 8...

Page 383: ...Rotation 6 47 Loading 4 29 Pressure 6 46 Temperature 6 50 Traction 6 50 Treadwear 6 50 Uniform Quality G r a b g 6 50 THEFTLOCK 3 18 Wear Indicamrs 6 48 WheelReplacement 6 51 When It s Time for New 6 48 TopStrap 1 33 TorqueLock 2 39 Torque Wheel Nut 5 37 6 69 TowingYourVehicle 5 7 Traction Control Off Button 4 9 Control System 4 8 Control System Warning Light 2 80 Brakes 4 35 DrivingonGrades 4 37 ...

Page 384: ... 12 Alarm PanicMode 2 6 Feature Customization 2 16 VentilationSystem 3 5 VisorVanity Mirrors 2 60 Visors Sun 2 60 Voltmeter 2 77 Loading 4 29 warning Devices 5 2 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 2 75 WasherFluid Windshield 2 46 6 32 WashingYourVehicle 6 58 Wheel Weatherstrips 6 57 Alignment 6 51 Nut Torque 5 37 6 69 Replacement 6 51 Wrench 5 30 Windows 2 42 Express Down 2 42 WindshieldWasher 2 ...

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