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Summary of Contents for 1997 Grand Prix

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Page 3: ...onditions This section tells what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc 5 1 Problems on the Road 6 1 7 1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your Pontiac running properly and looking good Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use 8 1 Customer As...

Page 4: ...ac 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 in it so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No 10405301A Third Edition WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATIONTHROUGH National Institute for A U T O M O T I V E S E R V I C E E X C E L L E N C E We supp ortvoluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners Who Pre...

Page 5: ...manual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautionsin 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 1 IThese mean thereis something that dd hurt you or other people I I I In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to doto help ...

Page 6: ... by your warranty and it could be costly I I But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid A I NOTICE I the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different collors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE These mean thereis something thatcould damage your vehicle iv ...

Page 7: ...assengers whenever your vehicle is driven n FASTEN SEAT BELTS q 4 AIR BAG p These symbols have to do with your lamps SIGNALS e TURN PARKING LAMPS FOG LAMPS 0 These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER WINDOW DEFOGGER VENTILATING 3 FAN These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights COOLANT TEMP CHARGING BATTERY SYSTEM BRAKE 0 h COOLANT ENGINEOIL w PRESS...

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Page 9: ...tbacks Seatback Latches Why Safety Belts Work Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 24 1 33 1 36 1 38 1 52 1 53 1 63 1 63 1 64 Questions and Answers About Air Bags Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides How to Use Child Restraints How to Use the Built In Child Restraint Important Informationfor Buckling Children in Child Restrain...

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Page 11: ...e of the driver s seat cushion To move the seat forward or rearward push the switch forward or rearward To raise or lower the seat push the switch up or down To raise or lower the front portion of your seat push the front o f the switch up or down To raise or lower the rear portion of your seat push the rear of the switch up ordown 1 3 ...

Page 12: ...ck Turn the knob clockwise toincrease lumbar support Turn the knob counterclockwise to decrease lumbar support If you have this option there will be a toggle switchon the left side of the driver s seat cushion just in front of the reclining seatback lever To increase or decrease lumbar support push the switch forward or rearward To adjust the lumbar support up or down push the switch up or down 1 ...

Page 13: ...perature Press HI to warm the seat to a higher temperature To turn this feature off place the switch in the center position Reclining Front Seatbacks Lift thelever to release the seatback then move the seatback towhere you want it Release the lever to lock the seatback in place Pull up on thelever without pushing on the seatback and the seatback will move forward ...

Page 14: ... becauseit wonstbe against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neckor other injuries The lap belt canstdo its job either In a crash the belt couldgo up over your abdomen The belt forces would bethere not at your pelvic bones This could causeseriousinternal injuries For properprotection when the vehicle isin motion have the seatback upright Then si...

Page 15: ...til it locks To get out tilt the seatback fully forward On two door models the right front seat is designed to make it easy to get in and out of the rear seat Tilt the right seatbackfully forward the whole seat will now slide forward If the seat will not tilt lift the seatback latch located onthe back of the seat to tilt the seatback forward If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a ...

Page 16: ... hit things insidethe vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be ifyou are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too A CAUTION It is extremelydangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be ser...

Page 17: ...es are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt orkilled After more than 25 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When ...

Page 18: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stup the vehicle Therider doesn t stop 1 10 ...

Page 19: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something in a real vehicle it couldbe the windshield or the instrument panel 1 11 ...

Page 20: ...e Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers Q Won t I be trappedin the vehicle after an accident if I m wearing a safety belt A You could be whether you re wearing a safety belt or not But you can unbuckle a safety belt even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are be...

Page 21: ...he most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions If I m a good driver and I never drive far from home why shouldI wear safety belts A You may be an excellent driver but if you re in an accident even one that isn tyour fault you and your passengers can be hurt Being a good driver doesn t protect you from things beyond your control such as bad...

Page 22: ...ch restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap ShoulderBelt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly I 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 up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get...

Page 23: ...as you pull up on the shoulder belt The lap part of the belt shouldbe worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide underthe lap belt If you slidunder it the belt would applyforce at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt shouldgo over the shoulderand across t...

Page 24: ... the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulderbelt guide After you move the adjuster towhere you want it try to move it down without squeezing the release lever to make sure ithas locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portionof the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not fallingoff your s...

Page 25: ...is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way You can beseriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 17 ...

Page 26: ...UTION You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt wouldgo up overyour abdomen The belt forces would be there notat the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 18 ...

Page 27: ...iouslyinjured if youwear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which woul d increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt wouldapply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong asshoulder bones You could also severely injure internalorgans like your liver or spleen 1 19 ...

Page 28: ...across the body A CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact force s If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealerto fix it 1 20 ...

Page 29: ...elts To unlatch the belt justpush the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way Before you close thedoor 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 A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy 1 21 ...

Page 30: ...two air bags one air bag for the driver and another air bag for theright front passenger Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system A CAUTION You can be s everely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearingyour safety belt even if you have air bags Wearingyour safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chanceof hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected fr...

Page 31: ...ing control of the vehicle SRS AIR BAG There isan air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows SRS AIR BAG An inflating air bag can seriouslyinjure small children Alwayssecurechildren properly in your vehicle To read how seethe part of this manual called Whildren and the caution label on the right frontpassenger s safety belt The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfu...

Page 32: ...How the Air Bag SystemWorks Where are the air bags The driver s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 24 ...

Page 33: ...mewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflatein rollovers side impacts or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or be...

Page 34: ...artsof the bag that come into contactwith you may be warm but not too hot to touch Therewill be some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent thedriver from seeing or from being able tosteer the vehicle nor does it stoppeople from leaving thevehkle When anair bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people...

Page 35: ...l have information about servicing your vehicle and theair bag system To purchase a service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index If you aarnage the coverfor the driver s or the right front passenger s air bag the bag may not work properly You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passen...

Page 36: ... If your vehicle hasa bench seat someone can sit in the center position When you sit ina center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retra ctor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plateand pull italong the belt 1 28 ...

Page 37: ... quickly if you ever had to Rear Seat Passengers It s veryimportant for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts To m...

Page 38: ... the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sureit is secure 1 30 ...

Page 39: ...e the lappart tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as youpull up on the shoulder part The lap part of the belt shouldbe worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvicbones And you d be less likely to slide underthe lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at yourabdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuri...

Page 40: ...belt very quickly out of the retractor Yon can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body I To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle 1 32 ...

Page 41: ... belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here s how toinstall a comfort guide and use thesafety belt 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback an...

Page 42: ...astic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twistedand it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top ...

Page 43: ...t crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges togetherso that youcan take them outfrom the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Rotate the guide and clip inward and in between the seatback and the interior body leavingonly the loopof elastic cord exposed 1 35 ...

Page 44: ...be restrained in a child or infant restraint The instructions for 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 might not stay low on the hips as it should Instead the belt will likely be over the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply forcleright on the child s abdomen which could cause seriousor...

Page 45: ...sh During a crash a baby will becomeso heavy you can t hold it For example ina crash CAUTION Continued I CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenlybecome a 240 lb 110kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Securethe baby in an infantrestraint 1 37 ...

Page 46: ...hild restraint in the center rear seat position This child restraint system conforms to all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards This child restraint is designedfor use only by children who weighbetween 22 and 60 pounds 10 and 27 kg and whose height is between 33 5 and 51 inches 850 and 1295 mm and who are capable of sittingupright alone With this built in child restraint YOU can adju...

Page 47: ...whose shouldersare above the highest slots shouldn t use this child restraint Instead thechild should sit on the vehicle s seat cushion and use the vehicle s safety belts 1 CAUTION MAKE SURETHE TOP OF THE CHILD S SHOULDERSIS BELOW THE SLOTS THAT THE HARNESS GOES THROUGH A CHILD WHOSE SHOULDERS ARE ABOVE THOSE SLOTSCOULD BEINJURED DURINGA SUDDENSTOPOR CRASH IF THE TOP OF THE CHILD S SHOULDERSIS ABO...

Page 48: ...Adjusting the Harness Height 1 Lower the child restraint cushion 2 If the left and right halves of the shoulder harness clip are fastened together separatethem 1 40 ...

Page 49: ...3 If the lap shoulder harness is buckled unlatch it by pushing the button on the buckle 4 Pull down the seatback part of the pad D 1 41 ...

Page 50: ...d some slack to the shoulder part by pulling up on the lap part You ll keep most of this slack until you finish Step 9 6 Feed a small amount of harness slack back into the slot 7 Twist the harness slightly to remove it from the slot 1 42 ...

Page 51: ...bove the top of the child s shoulder 9 Twist the hamess slightly to ruute it through the correct slot 10 Pull on theharness Make sureit is properly routed 11 Repeat Steps 5 through 10for the other side of and isn t twisted or flipped over the harness Be sureboth sides are adjusted to the same height 1 43 ...

Page 52: ...g the vehicle s regular safety belts on a child seated on the child restraint cushioncan cause seriousinjury to the child in a sudden stop or cra sh If a childis the proper size for the built in child restraint securethe child using the child restraint s harness But children who are too large for the built in childrestraint should sit on the vehicle s regular seat and use the regular safety belts ...

Page 53: ...d right halves of the shoulder harness clip are fastened together separate them 2 If the lap shoulder harness is buckled unlatch it by pushing the button on thebuckle 3 Place thechild on the child restraintcushion 1 45 ...

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Page 55: ... plate window G If the harness locks before the latch plate reaches the buckle let the harness go all the way back so it will move freely again Then repeat Steps 6 and 7 Be sure to keep the harness pulled all the way outuntil you buckle it Once both sides of the lap shoulder harness are pulled outof the retractor and buckled the harness will lock 1 47 ...

Page 56: ...f this clip is to help keep the harness positioned on th echild s shoulders An unfastened shoulder harness clip won t help keep the harness in place on the child s shoulders If the harness isn t on the child s shoulders it won t be able to restrain the child s upper body in a sudden stopor crash The child could be seriously injured Make sure the harness clip is properlyfastened 1 48 ...

Page 57: ...hey will move freely again Then repeat Steps 4 through 8 If the harness still doesn t lock don t use the child restraint See your dealer to have the built in child restraint serviced 10 Adjust the position of the harness on the child s shoulders by moving the clip up or down along the harness On each side of the harness the shoulder part should be centered on the child s shoulder The harness shoul...

Page 58: ...atch the harness by pushing the button on the buckle 3 Move one side of the harness off the child s shoulder and let the harness go all the way back 4 Move the other sideof the harnessoff the child s shoulder and let itgo all the way back 5 Remove the child from the child restraint cushion 1 50 ...

Page 59: ...ss the child restraint cushion firmly into the seatback 4 Then press the leg rest firmly into the seatback and secure it by pressing the upper corners against the fastener strips on the seatback Just like the other restraint systems in your vehicle your built in child restraint needs to be periodically checked and may need to have parts replaced after a crash See Checking Your Restraint Systems an...

Page 60: ...ics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear ratherthan the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommen dthat you put your child restraint in the rear seat Never gut a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here s why A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injuredif the right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the ba...

Page 61: ... to secure the child restraintproperly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision orsudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Top Strap I If your child restraint has a top strap it should be anchored If you need to havean anchor installed you can askyour Pontiac dealer t...

Page 62: ... the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions 2 Secure the child in the child restraint as the for the child restraint 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 restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in fro...

Page 63: ...he retractor while you push down on the child restraint 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it issecure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 1 55 ...

Page 64: ...s Neversecure a child restraint in the center front seat It s always better to securea childrestraintin the rear seat You may however secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat but only with the seat moved all the way back 1 Make the belt as long aspossible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instruction...

Page 65: ... the belt pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure If it isn t secure the restraint in a different place in the vehicle and contact the child restraint maker for their advice about how to attach the child restraint properly To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It...

Page 66: ...oulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Because your vehicle has a right front passengerair bag always move the s eatas farback as itwill go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on theseat Follow the instructions for the child restraint 3 Secure the child in the child restraintas the instructions s...

Page 67: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 6 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 59 ...

Page 68: ...ild restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all theway The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle s safety belts If you have the choice a child should sit nextto a window so the child can wear a lap shoulder beltand get the additional restraint a ...

Page 69: ...ap shoulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very closeto the child s faceor neck A Move the child toward the centerof the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upperbody would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in arear seat outside position see Rear Safety BeltComfort Guides in...

Page 70: ... a crash the child might slide under thebelt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash 1 62 ...

Page 71: ...a built in child restraint also periodically make sure the harness straps latch plates buckle clip retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt and built in child restraint system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt or built inchild restraint system from doing itsjob have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect y...

Page 72: ...n youneed new safety belts or harness straps If safety belts or built in child restraint harness straps are cut or darnaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt built in child restraint or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may benecessary even if the safety belt or built in child restraint wasn t beine used at the time of the collision I...

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Page 75: ...ng Theft of Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Ignition Positions Tips on Starting Your Engine Using the Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Guidelines Important Informationon Engine Exhaust Operation of YourWindows Adjusting the Tilt Steering Wheel 2 32 2 33 2 33 2 35 2 38 2 39 2 40 2 53 2 54 2 62 2 64 2 78 2 83 Functions of the MultifunctionLever How to Use the HighL...

Page 76: ...th the ignition keyis 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 2 2 ...

Page 77: ... or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep the code in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using this code If you need a new master key contact your Pontiac dealer who can obtain the correct key code or in an emergency call Pontiac Roadside Assistance at 1 800 ROADSIB or 1 800 762 3743 I I I NOTICE I Your Pontiac hasa number of features that ca...

Page 78: ...ty belt properly lock yourdoors and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle To unlock either front door from outside the vehicle with your key insert it fully into the door key cylinder and turn it toward the front You can lock either frontdoor from outside the vehicle with your key by inserting it fully into the rear door key cylinder and turning it toward the rear There are se...

Page 79: ...ntent Theft Deterrent in the Index for more details To unlock any door from outside the vehicle with your key insert it fully into thekey cylinder and turn it tothe unlock position This will cause only the door you are operating to be unlocked If equipped with content theft deterrent you can unlock all doors by holding the key cylinder in the unlock position for one second Lockout Deterrent The Lo...

Page 80: ...or ACCESSORY position The Last Door Closed Locking feature is not enabled from the factory Automatic Door Locks I Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out When a door is locked the inside handle won t open it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slowdown or stop your vehicle This may not be so obvious You increase...

Page 81: ...ou want by using the inside lever If you have programmed your automatic door locks see Locks and Lighting choices in theIndex to unlock the doors when the shift lever is shifted into PARK P the doors will be automatically unlocked for you The doorswill be automatically locked when you move your shift lever out of PARK P with the ignition on If you don t want the doors to unlock automatically when ...

Page 82: ...cereceived including interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry and Science Canada Operations is subject to the following two conditions I this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device This system has a range of about 3 geet 1 m...

Page 83: ... to unlock the first time you press UNLOCK see Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index If your vehicle is equipped with the Content Theft Deterrent system the UNLOCK button on the key chain transmitter will disarm the system see Content Theft Deterrent in the Index for more details Remote Trunk Release Press the trunk symbol on your key chain transmitter to open your trunk The transaxle must be in...

Page 84: ...e Each vehicle can have onlyfour transmitters matched toit Battery Replacement Under normal use the battiry in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years You can tellthe battery is weak if the transmitter won t work at thenormal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it s probably timeto change the battery To replace your ...

Page 85: ...ed working you may need to resynchronize thetransmitter to the vehicle receiver To do this press the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons together and hold for at least seven seconds or until the horn sounds when equipped with Content Theft Deterrent Check transmitter It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can t seeor smell CO It can cause...

Page 86: ...omecities Although your Pontiac has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put onit can make it impossible to steal However there are ways you can help Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target forjoy riders or professional thieves so don t do it When you park your Pontiac and open the driver s door you ll hear a chime reminding yo...

Page 87: ...he valet key to the valet Then take the master key with you Content Theft Deterrent If Equipped If your Grand Prix has this option it hasa theft deterrent alarm system A red light located on top of your instrument panel near the center of the vehicle next to the windshield will flash slowly when the system isarmed While armed the doors will not unlock with the power lock switch The alarm will go o...

Page 88: ... Choices in the Index your headlamps will flash briefly to let you know when your alarm system has armed Disarming with the Key Chain Transmitter Your alarm system will disarm when you use your key chain transmitterto unlock the doors The security light will stop flashing to let you know the system is disarmed Disarming withYour Key Your alarm system will disarm when you use your key to unlock the...

Page 89: ... linings Don t tow a trailer duringbreak in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information 0 Avoid making hard stopsfor the first Ignition Positions C With the ignition key in the ignition switch you can turn the switch to five positions ACCESSORY A This position lets you use things like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is off To use ACCESSORY push in the key and turn it tow...

Page 90: ...ing the correct key if so is it all the way in If it is then turn the steering wheel left and rightwhile yonturn the key hard But turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to forceit could break the key or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs service Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that...

Page 91: ... 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 five orsix seconds This clears the extra gasoline from the engine After waiting about 15seconds repeat the normal startingprocedure NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical ...

Page 92: ...cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 voltAC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before startingthe engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engineparts If you don t it could be damaged How long shou...

Page 93: ...art your engine because your vehicle can t move easily I It is dangerousto get out of your vehicleif the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leaveyour vehicle whenthe engineis running unlessyou have to 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 ...

Page 94: ...ss the shift lever button if you have a console shift See Shifting Out of PARK P in the Index REVERSE R Use this gear toback up Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people I 1 I or objects Don t shift out of PARK P or I NOTI...

Page 95: ...ving less than35 mph 55 km h and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D for higher speeds THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal driving but it offersmore power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D Here are some times you might choose THIRD 3 instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D When driving on hilly winding roads When towing a trailer so there is less shifting When going down a steep hill SECOND 2...

Page 96: ...e with onlythe accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transaxle Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in positionon a hill Shift Lock Release ConsoleShift If your vehicle s battery should godead therearetwooverride access slots that will allow you to override park lock The first is located underneath the steering column below the lock cylinder To use thisslot firs...

Page 97: ...ped Press the performance shift button located on the side of the consoleshift knob to allow the transaxleto shift at higher engine speeds increasing acceleration performance If you havea vehicle withthe option 3800 Supercharged engine the words Performance Shift will glow in the trip computer when the Performance Shift is in operation Downshifts will occur at a lower percentage of accelerator use...

Page 98: ...ce them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle If you are towing a trailer and are pasking on any hill To release the parking brake hold the rZguhr brake pedal down withyour right foot and push the parking brake pedal withyour left foot Whenyou lift your left foot the parking brake pedal will follow it to the released position J 5 see Towing a Trailer in the Index That section shows...

Page 99: ...ning the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you reon fairlylevel ground use the steps that follow If you re pullinga trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Pull the lever toward you Column Shift 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and 2 Move theshift lever intoPARK P position like this set the parking brake 2 25 ...

Page 100: ...Hold the brakepedal down with your right footand 2 Move theshift lever into PARK P position like this set the parking brake 3 4 Hold in the lever located on the frontof the shift knob and push the shift knob all the way toward the front of your vehicle Move the ignition key to LOCK Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle i s...

Page 101: ...first pulling it toward you or if you have a console shift lever without first pushing the button If you can itmeans that the shiftlever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parlung on a hill and you don t shift your transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put toomuch force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever...

Page 102: ...ove the shift lever out of PARK P being sure to press the shift lever button if you have a console shift If you ever hold the brake pedaldown but still can t shift out of PARK P with column shift try this 1 Turn the key to OFF 2 Apply andhold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift toNEUTRAL N 4 Start the engineand shift to the drivegear you want 5 Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can With ...

Page 103: ... the windows downto Have your vehicle fixed immediately or different modified improperly blow out any CO and Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with the enginerunning But if you ever have to here aresome things to know I A CAUTION Idling the engine withthe air system control o ff could allow dangerous exhaustinto your vehicle seethe earlier Caution under Engine Exhaust...

Page 104: ...To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P Follow the propersteps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you are parking on a hill and if you re pulling a trailer also see Towing a Trailer in the Index Power Windows Switches on the driver s door armrest controleach ...

Page 105: ...from using their window switches The drivercan still control all the windows with the lock on Push LOCK OUT again for normal window operation When the orange band on the switch is showing thepassengers can operate their windows Full FloatingHorn The full floatinghorn is designed so that you maypress anywhere on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn Tilt SteeringWheel A tilt steering wheel allow...

Page 106: ...ludes your Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 0 Headlamp High Low Beam 0 Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control If Equipped c I An arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it thereuntil you complete your lane change The leverwill return by itself whe...

Page 107: ...ifunction lever all the way toward you Then release it When the high beams are on a light on the instrument panel also will be on Flash to Pass When your headlamps are off pull the lever toward you to momentarily switch on the highbeams to signal that you are going to pass When you release the lever they will turn off Windshield Wipers You control thewindshield wipers by turning the band marked WI...

Page 108: ...aw them If your blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload Windshield Washer At the top of the multifunction lever there s a paddle with the word PUSH on it To spray washer fluid on the windshield push the paddle The wipers will run for sever...

Page 109: ...ads On such roads fast changes in tire tractioncan cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t use cruise control on slippery roads With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40km h or morewithout keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40k m h When you apply your brakes t...

Page 110: ...n and go into cruise whenyou don t want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch OFF until you want to use it 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 Push in the SETbutton at the end of the lever and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal 2 36 ...

Page 111: ...accelerator pedal You ll nowcruise at the higher speed Move the cruise switchfrom ON to R A Hold it there until you get up tothe speed you want and then releasethe switch To increase your speed in very small amounts move the switch to WA for lessthan half a second and then release it Each time youdo this your vehicle willgo 1 mph 1 6k m h faster The accelerate feature will only work after you set ...

Page 112: ...peed 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 cruise control on steephills Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruisecontrol Step lightly on the brake pedal OR Move the cruise switch to OFF Erasing Cruise Speed Memory When youturn off the cruise controlor the ignition or shift into PARK P or N...

Page 113: ...am headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when 0 The ignition is on 0 The headlamp switch is off and 0 The parking brake is released When theDRL are on only your low beam headlamps will be on The taillamps sidemarkerand other lamps won t be on Your instrument panel won t be lit up either When it s dark enough outside your headlamps will change to full brightness The other lamps that come on wit...

Page 114: ...arking lamps must be on or your fog lamps won t come on Press the left side of the switch to turn the fog lamps off You can brighten or dim the instrumentpanel lights by moving the interiorlamps dial Turn the dial to the right to increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights to the left to decrease the brightness Turn the control all the way to the left to turn them off The fog lamps will...

Page 115: ...ny door is opened illuminated entry is canceled The interior lamps will stay on while any door is opened and slowly fade outwhen all doors are closed The interior lamps may stay on for up to 25 seconds after all doorshave been closed if they have not been locked See Delayed Illumination later in this section Delayed Illumination The Delayed Illumination feature will continue to illuminate the inte...

Page 116: ...smitter 0 Lock the doorsusing the power door lo ckswitch When anydoor is opened Exit Lighting is canceled The interiorlamps will stay on while any door is opened and will slowlyfade out when all the doors are closed The interior lampsmay stayon orup to 25 seconds after all the doors havebeen closed if they have not been locked See De1ayedIllumination earlier in this section To turn the ExitLightin...

Page 117: ...Assist Handle Reading Lamps If Equipped There is a reading lamp provided in each rear assist handle Use the button next toeach lamp to turn them on and off Roof Console Reading Lamps These lamps are part of the roof console They will go on when you open the doors When the doors are closed push the button next to each lamp to turnthem on and off The console also contains an open storage bin 2 43 ...

Page 118: ...he following chart shows the featuresthat can be programmed and which options you need to have to program them Feature Number Arming Unlock Door Locking tion Sounded Theft Theft Lock Driver s Closed Door Locks Illurnma of Chimes Content Content Remote Remote Last Door Auto matic Delayed Exit tion Control Deterrent Lighting Disarming Confirma Unlock Lockout 2 X X X x X X X 4 X X X X 3 X X X 2 44 ...

Page 119: ...emove the MALL PGM fuse fromthe instrument panel fuse block 3 Turn the ignition switch toACCESSORY 4 You will hear oneto four chimes depending upon the features that you have You can now program your choices Leaving Programming Mode To get out of the programming mode just turn the key from theACCESSORY position to the OFF position and put the MALL PGM fuse back into the instrument panel fuse block...

Page 120: ...y on for about 25 seconds after all the doors are closed or until you lock thedoors that matches the mode you want Mode 3 Exit Lighting Only The interimlamps will come on whenever you remwe the key from the ignition and stay on for about 25 seconds or until youlock the doors Mode 4 Both On This combines modes 2 and 3 Automatic Door Locks A CAUTION Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especia...

Page 121: ...kthe vehicle using the RemoteLock Control key chain transmitter To unlock All doors will unlock when you press the power door lock switch again or when you press UNLOCK on thekey chain transmitter Mode 2 Automatic Locking Only 0 Automatic Door Unlocking Off 0 Automatic Door Locking Shift outof PARK P with the ignitionon and the driver s door closed all doors will lock automatically Mode 3 Automati...

Page 122: ...s LOCK on the power lock switch or the key chain transmitter if equipped Mode 2 Lockout Deterrent Only If you leave your key in the ignition with the driver s door open you willnot be able to lock the doors using your power locks Mode 3 Last Door Closed Locking Only If the power lock switch or key chain transmitter if equipped is used to lock the vehicle while any door is open and key is out of ig...

Page 123: ...ss LOCK on the key chain transmitter again the horn will sound briefly andthe headlamps will flash briefly to let you know your vehicle is locked 0 When you use thekey chain transmitter to unlock your vehicle or open your trunk your headlamps will flash briefly To change the factory setting while in the programming mode do the following 1 2 3 Press the LOCK button on thekey chain transmitter Count...

Page 124: ...nfirmation When you use the key chain transmitter to unlock your vehicle or open your trunk your headlamps will flash briefly to letyou know your command is received Content Theft Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 4 This means that If anyone damages or enters your vehicle while your Content Theft Deterrent System is armed analarm will sound and your headlamps will flash for upto two...

Page 125: ...stem will arm when youlock the doors with the key chain transmitter Your Content Theft Deterrent System will disarm when you unlock the doors with your key or with your key chain transmitter To change the factory setting while in theprogramming mode do the following 1 2 3 4 5 Insert your second key fully intoany door key cylinder and turn it to the unlock position This step is inconvenient but nec...

Page 126: ...our key chain transmitter Special Note While this mode provides increased security it can be a problem if your key chain transmitter is damaged lost or if it fails to operatefor any reason while the Content Theft Deterrent System is armed The Content Theft Deterrent Systemmust be disarmed for the engine to run and while in mode 2 your key can no longer disarm the system a a 0 a Mode 3 Full Arming ...

Page 127: ...reduce glarefrom lamps behind you push the lever away from you to the night position To return themirror back to the day position pull the lever toward you Your Pontiac may have an electrochromic dayhight rearview mirror Push the button on the bottom of the mirror to turn this feature on The mirror will darken gradually to reduce glare from headlamps behind you This may take a few moments 2 53 ...

Page 128: ... so you can see more from the driver s seat The electricmirror control is near the driver s window on the armrest Turn the control tothe left to adjust the leftmirror or to the right to adjustthe right mirror Then move the control in the direction you want to move the mirror A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles Book farther away than they really are If you cut to osharply into the r...

Page 129: ...holder The center console also contains two cupholders To access the cupholders pull the cupholder door located just behind the console shift lever The two cupholders will pop up intoan upright position Just below the center ashtray is an open storage compartment In front of this you may have a smaller compartment for storing smaller items 2 55 ...

Page 130: ...from this position To install your garage door opener follow these instructions 1 Open the compartment by pressing thelatch forward Remove the piece of self sticking Velcro 2 Peel the protective backing fiom the Velcroandpress it firmly to the backof your garage door opener 3 Be sure that the button on your garage dooropener is centered above the area with raised lines on the compartment door Make...

Page 131: ...ng lights in a small black door Push up on the bottom edge of this door to expose your accessory power outlet and a small storagecompartment Trunk Access Panel If Equipped If your Grand Prix has rear seat armrests you willalso have a trunk access panel To use the trunk access panel pull your rear armrest down unlock the access panel and pull itdown Rear Armrest Storage If Equipped If you have a tr...

Page 132: ... cup lift the tabs on the sides of the ashtray cup and pull out Your Grand Prix has one rearashtray There is either one on the front seat armrest back or one on the back of the center console if you have that option To open the ashtray press the right side and turn it open To remove the ashtray for cleaning press the snuffer as you lift up the bottom of the ashtray NOTICE Don t put papers and othe...

Page 133: ...n the cover Accessory Outlet If your vehicle has a center console you have a 12 volt outlet It is on the passenger s side near the floor Remove the tethered cap to use the outlet I NOTICE Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working as they should This wouldn t be covered by your warranty Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment ...

Page 134: ...f the accessory power outlet on thepassenger s side of the vehicle there is a hook that can be used to hold a purse or litter bag Your sunroof includes a sliding glass panel and a two piece sunshade The switch works only when the ignition or RAP is on See Retained Accessory Power in the Index 2 60 ...

Page 135: ...l need to open the sunshade by hand Push the rear of the switch a second time and the sunroof will open the remainder of the way by itself This isthe express open feature To close the sunroof push and hold the front of the switch until the sunroof closes The sunshade can only be closed by hand ...

Page 136: ...E TO SHIFT FROM PARK TEMP United StatesVersion Shown Others Similar Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at aglance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel isin your tank and many other things you need to drive safelyand economically 2 62 ...

Page 137: ...ns if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one canbe set to the mileage total of the old odometer then that will be d one If it can t thenit will be set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer Your trip odometer tells how far you have driven since you last reset it To set it to zero pre...

Page 138: ...ten gages and warning lights work together to letyou know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when youare driving orwhen one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow this manual s advice Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous So please get to know your warni...

Page 139: ...e air bag system see Air Bag in the Index SRS AIR BAG This lightwill come on when you start your engine and it will flash for a few seconds Then the light should go out This means the system is ready If the air bag readiness lightstays on after you start the engine or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away The air bag readiness...

Page 140: ...io and air conditioner Brake System Warning Light Your Pontiac shydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t worhng the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly when you turn the BRAKE...

Page 141: ...rning light will also come on when you set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system this light will come on when you start your engine and it will stay on for three seconds That s normal If the ...

Page 142: ...nition off Or if the light comes o nand stays on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the lightstill stays on or comes on again while you re driving your Pontiac needs service If the light is on but not flashing and the regular brake system warning light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti lock ...

Page 143: ...d stays on for an extended period of time when th esystem is turned on and the parking brake is fully released your vehicle needs service Low Traction Light LOW TRAC When your anti lock system is adjusting brake pressure to help avoid a braking skid this light will come on If you have the Trac System this light will also come on when the system is limiting wheel spin Slipperyroad conditions may ex...

Page 144: ... CHECK TIRE PRESS light the check tire pressure system isn t working See your Pontiac dealer for service Also see Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index Mal unctisnIndicator Lamp Service EngineSoon Light SERVICE ENIGINIE SOON Your Pontiac is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is calledOBD I1 On Board Diagnostic...

Page 145: ...e is required Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required If the LightIs Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle Reducing vehiclespeed Avoiding hard accelerations Avoiding steep uphill grades If you are towing a trailer reduce the amount of cargo bein...

Page 146: ... misfire The system can detect this Adding fuel should correct this condition Make sure to install the fuel cap properly It will take a few driving trips toturn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sureto fuel your vehicle with quality fuel see Fuel in the Index Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed You may notice this as stalling...

Page 147: ...e is not running the light will come on as atest to show you it is working but the light willgo out when you turn the ignition to START If it doesn t come on with the ignition on you may have aproblem with the fuse or bulb Have it fixed right away If you make ahard stop the lightmay come on for a moment This is normal Don t keepdriving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so...

Page 148: ...il level using the engine oil dipstick See Engine Oil in the Index The oil level monitoring system only checks oil level during the brief period between key onand engine crank It does not monitor engine oil level when the engine is running Additionally an oillevel check is only performed if the engine has been turned off for a considerable period of time allowing the oil normally in circulation to...

Page 149: ...ted If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible In Problems on the Road this manual shows what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index Low Coolant Warning Light LOW COOLANT If this light comes on your system is lowon coolant and the engine may overheat See Engine Coolant in the ...

Page 150: ...r driving without washes fluid can be dangerous A bad mud splash canblock your vision You could collide with another vehicle Check your washer fluid often and add only the proper fluid See Windshield WasherFluid inthe Index Trunk Ajar Warning Light e AJAR This lightwill come an if your trunk is not completely closed 2 76 ...

Page 151: ...t takes a little moreor less fuel tofill up than the gage indicated For example the gage mayhave indicated the t a n kwas half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity tofill it The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up The gage needle should move no more than 1 8of a tank under any driving maneuver LOW FUEL If your fuel is low alight will come...

Page 152: ...mationCenter I CHANGE OIL SOON c Your Driver Information Center gives you important safety and maintenance facts When you turn the ignition on the entire center lights ug for a few seconds Then it goes to work 2 78 ...

Page 153: ...e Check Tire Pressure Light in the Index TRUNKAJAR This lightalerts you that your trunk is not fully closed DOOR AJAR If one of your doors is left ajar a light will appear next tothat door on the vehicleoutline TRAC SWITCH If your vehicle has the Trac System this is not available with the 3800 Supercharged engine you will have a disable switch on the far right side of your Driver InformationCenter...

Page 154: ...Trip Computer If Equipped n ENGIMET RESET r 1 A FUEL USED OIL LIFE 0 AVG ECON O R A N G E TRAC OFF 3100 and 3800 Engines 2 80 ...

Page 155: ... 0 AVG ECON O R A N G E CHECK PRESS TRAC INFORMATION 3800 Supercharged Engine When you start your engine the trip computer will display a mode A lighted oval will appear to the left of the mode currently being used ...

Page 156: ...will give you an accurate percentage To reset the ail life indicator after the oil hasbeen changed press the mode button until the lightappears next to O ILLIFE Press and hold the resetbutton for three seconds The oil life percentage should change to 100 RANGE Shows how much farther you can travelwith the fuel you have before refueling CHECK TIRE PREISS This light alertsyou that a tire is low or f...

Page 157: ...and are rocking your vehicle back and forth push this switch See Stuck In Sand Mud Iceor Snow in the Index TRAC OFF This light lets you know that your Trac Systemhas been disabled and will not limit wheel spin See Trac System Warning Light or Low Traction Light in the Index LOW TRAC This light will come on when your Trac System is limiting wheel spin orwhen your anti lock brake system is active Se...

Page 158: ...gh theHUD image appearsto be near the front of the vehicle do not use it as a parking aid The HUD was not designedfor that purpose If you try touse it that way such as in a parking lot you may misjudge distance and run into something When the HUD is on the speedometer reading will be displayed continually The current radio station or CD track number will only be displayed for three seconds after t...

Page 159: ...IM dial down until the HUD image is no If the sun comes out it becomes cloudy or if you turn on your headlamps you may need to adjust the HUD brightness again Polarizing sunglassescould make the HUD image harder tosee If the HUD image istoo bright or too high in your fieldof view it may take you more time to see things you need to see when it s dark outside Be sure to keep the HUD image dim and pl...

Page 160: ... When the Ignition IsOn Is anything covering the HUD unit Is the HUD dimmer setting bright enough 0 Is the HUD image adjusted to the proper height 0 Still no HUD image Check the fusein the z p Electronics position in the instrument panel fuse block See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index If the HUD Image Is Not Clear 0 Is the HUD image too bright 0 Are the windshield and HUD lens clean Your wi...

Page 161: ...liary Temperature Control Heating Air Conditioning with Electronic Controls Heating Air Conditioning with Automatic and Auxiliary Temperature Controls Ventilation System and Tips Tips for Defogging and Defrosting Rear Window Defogger Setting the Clock 3 10 3 15 3 24 3 26 3 29 3 30 3 30 3 30 3 31 3 32 3 32 3 32 Radios CD Adapter Kit Trunk Mounted CD Changer Theft Deterrent Feature Steering Wheel Co...

Page 162: ... system you can control the heating cooling and ventilation in your vehicle The system works best if you keep your windows closed while using it rJ UPPER This setting brings in outside air and temperature is below 38O F 3 3O C Even when the compressor is running you can control the temperature e Fan Knob airects it through the instrument panel outlets a The left knob selects the amount of air you ...

Page 163: ...in MAX or DEFROST because it will already be running in these modes Air Conditioning On very hot days open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape This reduces the time for the vehicle to cool down For quick cool down on very hot days use MAX with the temperature knob all the way in the blue area If this setting is used for long periods of time the air in your vehicle may become too d...

Page 164: ... off to direct outside airthrough your vehicle Your vehicle also has the flow through ventilation system described later in this section Defogging andDefrosting Your system has two settings for clearing the front and side windows To defrost the windows quickly use DEFROST with the temperatureknob all the way in the red area To warm passengers while keeping the windows clean use DEFOG Air Condition...

Page 165: ...lue counterclockwise to lower the temperature The dual zone button lightindicates whether the system is in single zone or dual zoneoperation When there is no desire for dualzone operation push the lit dual zone button to return to single zone operation The dual zone button light willgo off The system will operate to achieve your comfort set point as quick as possible If you set the temperature for...

Page 166: ...ed to A C vents and the floor Bi level mode Manual Control Fan Buttons The fanbuttons select theamount of air you want when the system is not in AUTO The display willshow the fan speed by illuminating a maximum of seven fan bars Mode Button The center panel has several settings to control the direction of airflow when the system is not inAUTO The indicator light on the button will glow when the bu...

Page 167: ...tioning compressor will run automatically in thissetting unless the outside temperature is below 38 F 3 3 C Air Conditioning On very hot days open the windows long enough to let hot insideair escape Thisreduces the time for the vehicle to cool down For quick cool down on very hot days use RECLRC If this setting is used for long periods of time the air in your vehicle may become too dry For normal ...

Page 168: ... or cooling is needed use UPPER with the A Cbutton off to direct outside air through your vehicle Your vehicle also has the flow through ventilation system described later in this section Defogging and Defrosting Your system has two settings for clearing the front and side windows To defrost thewindows quickly use DEE To warm passengers while keeping the windows clean use DEFOG Ventilation System ...

Page 169: ...ort control system has a button to operate your rear window defogger The electronic comfort control system has a button marked REAR The system with automatic temperature control has a button marked R DEF The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to K O W fog fromthe rear window Press the button to turnthe rear defogger on It will turn itself off after about ten minutes If you turn it onagain th...

Page 170: ...correct hour appears on the display Press and hold the SEEK up arrow until the correct minute appears on the display Setting the Clock for All Systems Except AM FM Stereo Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears Press and hold MIN until the correct minute appears There will be a two second delay before the clock goes into time set mode and the colon on the display will blink while in this ...

Page 171: ...EB Slide thelever up or down to increase or decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may 2 Tune in the desired station 3 Press SET SET will appear on the display 4 Press oneof the four numbered pushbuttons within five seconds Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton the station you set will return 5 Repeat the steps for eachpushbutton In addition to the fourstations already set up to t...

Page 172: ...election TUNE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to choose radio stations Push the knob back into itsstore position when you re not using it SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher orlower station and stay there d PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FM1 and six FM2 Just 1 Press AM FM ...

Page 173: ... are so thin they may not work well in this player While the tape is playing use theVOL FADE BAL BASS and TREB controlsjust as you do for the radio The display will show an arrow to show which side of the tape is playing When the down indicator arrow is lit selections listed on the bottom side of the cassette are playing When the up arrow is lit selections listed on the top side of the cassette ar...

Page 174: ...s button to reduce background noise Note that the double 6 symbol will appear on the display Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are tradernarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation REV 5 Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly Press it again to return to playing speed The radio will play the...

Page 175: ...on your tape player AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Equalizer If Equipped To activate the bypass feature the ignition must be on Turn your radio off Press TAPELPLAY and hold for three seconds After three seconds the tape symbol in the display will flash for two seconds indicating the feature is active Turn the radio on and insert the adapter This override feature will remain active unti...

Page 176: ...equency range Adjusting the Speakers BAL Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press this knob lightly so it extends T u r nit to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers Push these knobs back into their stored posi...

Page 177: ...nds of silence between each selection for PREV or SEEK towork The tape direction arrow blinks during PREV o r SEEK operation Press PREW or the SEEK down arrow to stop searching The sound will mute during PREV or SEEK operation NEXT 2 Press this button or the SEEK up arrow to search for the next selection on thetape If you hold the button the player will continue moving forward through the tape You...

Page 178: ...will play EJECT may be activated with either the ignition or radio off Cassettes may be loaded with the radio off if this button is pressed first CLN If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index Afte...

Page 179: ... to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FMl and six FM2 Just 1 Press AM FM to select the band Playing the Radio VOL Push this knob to turn the system on and off To increase volume turn the knob clockwise Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume RECALL Display the time with the ignition off by pressing this knob When the radio is playing press this knob to recall the ...

Page 180: ...the radio are on the disc will begin playing CB will appear on the display next to the compact disc symbol If you want to insert a disc when the ignition is off first press EJECT If you re driving on a very rough road or if it svery 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...

Page 181: ...nds to see how long it has been playing elapsedtime The track number also appears when the disc is inserted you change the volume or when a new track starts playing AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a disc is playing The discwill stop butremain in the player CDPLAY Press this button to change to the disc function when the radiois on EJECT Press this button to remove the disc or stopth...

Page 182: ...shbutton Settingthe Tone EQUALIZER A seven band equalizer is part of your audio system Slide the levers up to boost or down to reduce frequency range Adjusting the Speakers BAL Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press this knob lightly so it exten ds Turn it to move the sound...

Page 183: ... continue moving forward through the disc try again RDM 3 Press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order Press RDM again to turn off random play The radiowill play during this operation REV 5 Press and hold this button to quickly reverse within a track song Release it to play the passage You will hear sound at a reduced volume The display will show elapsed time FWD 6 P...

Page 184: ...e arrow marked on top of the magazine Close the door by sliding it all the way to the left If the door is left partially open the changer will not operate and an error will occur When the door is closed the changer will beginchecking for discs in the magazine This will continue for up to two minutes depending on the number of discs loaded To eject the magazine from the player slide theCD changer d...

Page 185: ...sc is dirty scratched wet or upside down The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again 0 The CD changer door is open Completely close the door to restore normal operation An empty magazine is inserted in the CD changer Try the magazine again with a disc loaded on one of the trays If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected please contact your dealer If your rad...

Page 186: ...play the track number will also appear Press RECALL a third time and the time ofday will bedisplayed SEEK Press the SEEK down arrow while playing a CD to go back to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played If youpress it again the changes will go to previous tracks Press the SEEK up arrow and it will go to the next higher track on the disc TAPEPLAY Press this button to...

Page 187: ...and keep it in a safe place separate from the vehicle Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN Turn the radio off Press the 1and 4 buttons together Hold them down until shows on the display Next you will use the secret code number which you have written down Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree with your code Press HR to make the first one or ...

Page 188: ...ws on the display 4 Press MINand 000 will appear on the display 5 Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree with your code 6 Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code 7 Press AM EM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down The display will show indicating that the radio is no longer secured If the code entered is incorrect ...

Page 189: ... to thenext radio station and the down arrow to tune to the previous radio station If a cassette tape or compact disc is playing the player will advance to the next selection with the up arrow and go to the previous selection with the down arrow PRESET Press this button to playa station you have programmed on the radio preset buttons When a cassette tape is loaded press this button to change tape ...

Page 190: ...al can be loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearingloss or damage 0 Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting 0 Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before youadd any sound equipmentto your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobil...

Page 191: ...ape or the tape player at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player Cleaning may be done with a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn It is normal for the cassette to eject while cleaning Insert the cassette at least three times to ensure thorough cleaning A scrubbing...

Page 192: ... by vandals you should replace it Check every once in a while to be sure the mast is still tightened to the rear quarter panel Backglass Antenna If Equipped Your AM FM antenna is now integrated with your rear window defogger into your rear window Be surethat the inside surface of the rear window is not scratched and that the lines on the glass are not damaged If the inside surface is damaged it co...

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Page 195: ...Vehicle Your Braking System Information Anti Lock Brake Information Trac System Braking in Emergencies Steering Tips Off Road Recovery Tips Passing Other Vehicles 4 15 4 16 4 17 4 22 4 23 4 23 4 25 4 27 4 29 4 31 Losing Control of Your Vehicle Night Driving Driving inRain and on Wet Roads Tips Before Leaving on a Long Trip Avoiding Highway Hypnosis Driving on Hills and Mountains Winter Driving If ...

Page 196: ...ds 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 preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know wh...

Page 197: ...drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve thishighway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is toomuch if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here issome general information on the problem...

Page 198: ...her countries it s even lower The BAC limit forall commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The B ACwill be over0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the driving skills of...

Page 199: ...hol in a person ssystem 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 beendrinking Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment ...

Page 200: ... your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with onedriver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition 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 at 60 mph 100km h travels 66 feet 20 m ...

Page 201: ...t harder to push down If your engine stops you willstill have some power brake assist But you will use it when youbrake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start your engine or when ...

Page 202: ...s is about to stop rolling the computer will separatelywork the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could Thecomputer is programmed to make the most of availabletireand road conditions You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and cont...

Page 203: ...ystem Active Light in the Index Trac System Option Not Available with 3800 Supercharged Engine Your vehicle may have Trac System that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only ifit senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system reduces engine power and may also upshift the tr...

Page 204: ...ry road conditions you should always leave the Trac System on But you can turn the system off if youever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle in the Index When you turn the system off the Trac System warning light will come on and stay on If the Trac System is limiting wheel spin when you press thebutton to turn the...

Page 205: ...ehicle to change its pathwhen you turn the front wheels If there s no traction inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction If you vee v a tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice you ll understand this The traction you can get in a curve depends on the conditionof your tires and the road surface theangle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one ...

Page 206: ...s you can t there isn t room That s the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your Pontiac can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency l...

Page 207: ...ing another vehicle on atwo lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the samelane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a briefsurrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead ...

Page 208: ...re lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are farenough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its fron...

Page 209: ...he acceleration skid If you do not have theTrac System orif the system is off then an acceleration skid isalso best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide easeyour foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steerthe way you want the vehicle to go If you start steeringquickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second slud if i...

Page 210: ...our headlamps can light up only so much roadahead In remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can alsoaf...

Page 211: ... repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it seasier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and aren t even aware of it Driving i...

Page 212: ...n they show signs of streaking or missing areas onthe windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can causeproblems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them Wet brt L c l e accidents They won t work as well in a quick s...

Page 213: ...ning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fastrule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it israining Driving Through Deep Standing Water I NOTICE If you drivetoo quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody ...

Page 214: ...y map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city justas you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See th e next part Freeway Driving Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a Bight turns green and just before you start to move ch...

Page 215: ...p you should beginto check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Tryto merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Tryto blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower St...

Page 216: ... plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey Wear Comfortableclothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have itdone 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...

Page 217: ...the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it canhappen 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 If you get sleepy pull off the road into a r...

Page 218: ... N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes w i l l have to do all the work of slowing down They couldget so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poorbraking or even nonegoing down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehiclein gear when you go downhill I Know how to go uphill Youmay want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool yo...

Page 219: ...mall brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if youwill be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet ora couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle ...

Page 220: ...t ice when it s about 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 caution If you have the Trac System keep the system on It will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road Even though your vehicle has this system you ll wan...

Page 221: ...the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings orunder bridges Sometimesthe surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you re actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You re Caught ina Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow youcould b...

Page 222: ... exhaust gasesunder your vehicle This can causedeadly GO carbon monoxide gas to get inside GO couldovercomeyou and kill you You can t see it orsmellit so you might not know it is inyour vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especiallyany that is blockingyour exhaust pipe And check around again fromtime totime to besuresnow doesn t collect there Open a windowjust a little on ...

Page 223: ...cle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes Loading Your Vehicle OCCUPANTS VEHICLECAP 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 TIRESARE HOT ADD 4PS1 28KPa SEE OWNER S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Two labels on your vehicle show how m...

Page 224: ...Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle If you do have a heavy load spread it out Don t carry more than 167pounds 75kg in your trunk Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break or it can changethe way your vehi cle handles These could cause you to lose control Also overloadingcanshorte...

Page 225: ...nsecured child restraint in your vehicle When you carry somethinginside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Don t leavea seat folded down unless you need to If you don t usethe correct equipmentand drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the traileris too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passenger passengerscould be seriously inju...

Page 226: ...d resistance increasing If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are someimportant points Do not tow a trailer if your vehicle is equipped with the pulling requirements 3800 L67 supercharged engine Your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with proper towing equipment To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read There are many different laws ...

Page 227: ...your rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important And it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice oryou can write us at Customer Assistance Center Pontiac Division One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac MI 48340 2952 In Canada wri...

Page 228: ... are inflated tothe upper limit for cold tires You ll find thesenumbers on the Tire Loading Information label found on the inside of the trunk lid or see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Then be sureyou don t go over the GVWlimit for your vehicle including theweight of the trailer tongue Hitches It s important tohave the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are...

Page 229: ...fety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will notdrop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig ...

Page 230: ...sure the brakes are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicleahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy bralung and sud...

Page 231: ... on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not It s important tocheck occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Your vehicle has bulb warning lights When youplug a trailer lighting system into your vehicle s lighting system its bulbwarning lights may not let you know if one of your lamps goes out So when you have a tr...

Page 232: ...Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you Start your engine Shift into a gear and 0 Release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Mai...

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Page 235: ... You Should Know Before Towing Towing Your VehicleFrom the Front Towing Your VehicleFrom the Rear If Your Engine is Overheating If Steam isComing From Your Engine 5 15 5 17 5 23 5 24 5 32 5 34 5 35 5 35 Cooling System How to Add Coolant What to do if a Tire Goes Flat How to Change a Flat Tire Where to Store theFlat Tire and Tools Information on the Compact Spare Tire If You re Stuck in Sand Mud Sn...

Page 236: ...t in Your hazard warning flashers letyou warn others They also let policeknow you have aproblem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off To turn off the flashers press the switch again When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals or brake lights won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 fe...

Page 237: ... to yourvehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty Trying to start your Pontiac by pushing or pulling won t work and it could damage yourvehicle r 1 Check the othervehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system NOTICE If the other system isn t a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged 2 Get the vehicles close enough so thejumper cables can re...

Page 238: ...itive and negative terminals on each battery Your Pontiac has a remote positive jump starting terminal The terminal is on the same side of the engine compartment as your battery You should always use the remote positive terminal instead of the positive terminal on your battery An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothingand tools away from...

Page 239: ...uid contains acid that can burn you Don t get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 5 Check that the jumper cablesdon t have looseor missing insulation If they do you could geta shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to p...

Page 240: ...it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn tgo to the dead battery It goes to aheavy unpainted metal parton the engineof the vehicle with the dead battery 5 6 ...

Page 241: ...the battery is much less Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine fora while Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service 12 Remove the cables in reverse orderto prevent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal i l A Heavy Metal Engine Part B Good Battery C Dead Battery 5 ...

Page 242: ...e has front wheel drive 0 The make model and year of your vehicle Whether you can still move the shiftlever 0 If there was an accident what was damaged When the towing service arrives let the tow operator know that this manual contains detailedtowing instructions and illustrations The operator may want to see them r I To help avoid injury to you or others 0 Never letpassengersride in a vehicle tha...

Page 243: ...components When your vehicle is being towed have the ignition turned to the OFF position The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing service Do not use the vehicle s steering column lock for this The transaxle should be in NEUTRAL N and the parking brake released Don t have your vehicle towed on the front wheels unless you must If th...

Page 244: ...an occur om vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment To help avoid damage raise the vehicle until adequate clearanceis obtained between the ground and or wheel lift equipment Do not attach winch cablesor Jnhooks to suspensioncomponentswhen usingcar carrier equipment Always use T hooks inserted in the T hook slots Attach T hook chains in the front bracketsof the cradle ow both sides The...

Page 245: ...wing A towing dolly must be used under the drive wheels when towingfrom the real Note Take care not to damage speed sensor wires when attaching chains Use wheel lift or car carrierequipment Additional ramping may be required for car carrierequipment Use safety chains and wheel straps 5 11 ...

Page 246: ...ng dollyand raise the vehicle until adequate clearanceis obtained between the ground and or wheel lift equipment Do not attach winch cablesor J hooks to suspension components when using car carrier equipment Always use 6 booksinserted in the T hook slots Attach T hook chains to the T hook slots in the floor pan support rails just ahead of the rear wheels on both sides These slots are to be used wh...

Page 247: ...umentpanel See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage and Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light in the Index You also have a low coolant light on your instrumentpanel Sed Low Coolant Light in the Index If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off a...

Page 248: ...affic Tow a trailer If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 Turn off your air conditioner 2 Turn on your heater to fullhot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a trafficjam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving e AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D If you no longer have the overheat warning you can dnv...

Page 249: ...Cooling System When you decide it s safe tolift the hood here s what you ll see 3100 Engine 3800 and 3800 Supercharged Engine A Coolant Recovery Tank B ElectricEngine Fans C Radiator Pressure Cap 5 15 ...

Page 250: ...olant level remove the cap on the coolant recovery bottle Make sure to check that the coolant level is up to the COLD fill level on the hose attached to the cap If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere elsein the cooling system Heater and radiator hoses a i other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don...

Page 251: ... DEX COOL antifreeze at the coolantrecovery tank See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information Adding onlyplain 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 coolantwarning system isset for the proper coolant mix With plain water or the wrong mix your engine could get too hot but you woul...

Page 252: ...ts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the COLD mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mix directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling systemis cool before you do it 5 18 ...

Page 253: ...nder pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system includingthe radiator pressure cap is hot Waitfor the cooling systemand radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap 5 19 A ...

Page 254: ... hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don tpress down while turning the pressurecap If you hear a hiss wait for thatto stop A hiss means there is still some pressureleft 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressurecap 1 You can remove the pressure capwhen the cooling system including the pressure cap and upper radiator ...

Page 255: ...s One is located on the thermostathousing The other is located on the thermostat bypass tube 3800 V6 VIN Code K 3800 V6 supercharged engine VIN Code 1 There isone bleed valve It is locatedon the thermostathousing 4 Fill the with the proper mix upto the base of the filler neck If yousee a stream of coolant coming from an air bleed valve closethe valve Otherwise close the valves after theradiator is...

Page 256: ...art the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine fans 9 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 5 22 ...

Page 257: ...blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tirewill create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip thesteering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a slud and may requi...

Page 258: ... be badly injured Find a level placeto change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine Tobe even more certain thevehicle won t move you can put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire onthe other side of the vehicle at the oppositeend The fo...

Page 259: ...pment you ll need is in thetrunk Turn the center nut on the compact spare cover counterclockwiseto remove it Lift and remove the cover Pull the carpeted mat up from the floor of the trunk Then lift and remove the cover Remove the spare tire 5 25 ...

Page 260: ...T u r nthe nut holding the jack counterclockwise and remove it Then removethejack and wrench The tools you ll be using include thejack A extension and protectodguide B and wheelwrench C 5 26 ...

Page 261: ...ntil it comes off Be careful the edges may be sharp Don t try to remove the cover with your bare hands Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire If your vehicle has wheel nut caps remove them using the wheel wrench 1 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 2 Turn thejack handle clockwise to raise thejack lift head a few inches 5 27 ...

Page 262: ...HICLE FRONT EDGE OF REAR WHEEL OPEN1NG Forjacking at the vehicle s rear location put jack lift head about 5 5 inches 14 cm from the front edge of rear wheel opening or justbehind off set as shown Put the compact spare tire near you I Getting undera vehicle when it isj ked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off thejack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle whenit is suppo...

Page 263: ...se the vehicle farenough off the ground for the spare tire to fit under the vehicle Remove all wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 4 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel Rust or dirton the wheel or on the partsto 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 re...

Page 264: ... off I Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 5 Replace the 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 6 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely ...

Page 265: ...the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100Ib ft 140Nom NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotordamage To avoid expensivebrake repairs evenly tighten the wheeI nuts in the proper sequenceand tothe proper torque specification Don t try to putthe wheel cover on your compact spare tire It won t fit Store thewheel cover in the trunk until you have th eflat tire r...

Page 266: ...u ll need to store the flat tire in your trunk Use the following procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk When storing a full size tire you must use theextension to help avoid wheel surface damage Use extension and protector guide located in foamholder To store a full size tire place tire valve stem facing down then remove protectivelguide and attach retainersecurely When reinstalling compac...

Page 267: ...e compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire in the Index See the storage instructions label to replace your compact spare into your trunk properly Be sureto calibrate your check tire pressure system after you replace your compact spare tire with a full sized one See Check Tire Pressure Light in the Index I 1 Retainer 2 Cover 3 Retainer Full Size Spare 4 Tir...

Page 268: ...he compact spare See Driver Information Center Controls and Displays in the Index Of course it sbest to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longerand be in good shape in case you need it again NOTICE When the compact spare is installed don t take your vehicle through an automatic vehicle wash with guide rails The compact spare canget caught on the rails...

Page 269: ...vehicle as well as the tires If you spin thewheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels If your vehicle has the Trac System you should t...

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Page 271: ...gine Coolant Where to Fill the Windshield Washer Fluid Important Brake Information Information on Your Vehicle s Battery Tips on Vehicle Storage Bulb Replacement Procedures Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement How and Whento Check Tire Inflation 6 50 6 52 6 55 6 58 6 59 6 61 6 63 6 64 6 65 6 66 6 66 6 72 6 72 6 73 6 73 When it is Time to Buy New Tires Wheel Alignment Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehi...

Page 272: ...O wnerPublications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own sewice work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Pontiac in the Index You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record in the Index You canbe injured andyour vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work...

Page 273: ...id of pinging It s the heavy constant knock that means you have a problem If you have the 3800 Supercharged engine VIN Code l use premium unleaded gasoline ratedat 91 octane or higher With the 3800 Supercharged engine inan emergency you may be ableto use a lower octane as low as 87 if heavy knocking does not occur If you are using 91 or higher octane unleaded gasoline andyou still hear heavy knock...

Page 274: ...ether or not his fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines If fuels containing MMT are used spark pluglife may be reduced and your ernissicrn control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized Pontiac dealer orservice To provide cleaner ais all gasolines in the U...

Page 275: ... club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN General Motors International ProductCenter 1908Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Filling Your Tank I Gasoline vapor is highly flammable It burns violently and t...

Page 276: ...es it you could bebadly burned Gasolinecan spray out on youif you open the 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 the way Be careful not to spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside...

Page 277: ...ssions system might be damaged Checking Things Under the Hood A CAUTION An electricfan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washerand other fluids and plastic...

Page 278: ...en the hood first pull the handle inside the vehicle It is located at the lower left side of the vehicle near the parking brake Next go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release Lift the hood 6 8 ...

Page 279: ...e A Windshield Washer Fluid B Radiator Fill Cap C Remote Positive Terminal D Power Steering Fluid Reservoir E Engine Oil Fill Cap E Engine Oil Dipstick G Automatic Transaxle Dipstick H Brake Fluid Reservoir I Engine Coolant Reservoir J Air Cleaner 6 9 ...

Page 280: ...Windshield Washer Fluid E Engine Oil Fill Cap 3 Radiator Fill Cap G Automatic Transaxle Dipstick C Remote Positive Battery Terminal H Brake Fluid Reservoir D Power Steering Fluid Reservoir I Engine Coolant Reservoir E Engine Oil Dipstick J Air Cleaner 6 10 ...

Page 281: ...see I A Windshield Washer Fluid B Radiator Fill Cap C Remote Positive Battery Terminal D Power Steering Fluid Reservoir E Engine Oil Dipstick F Engine Oil Fill Cap G Automatic Transaxle Dipstick H Brake Fluid Reservoir I Engine Coolant Reservoir J Air Cleaner 6 11 ...

Page 282: ...sure required during specific driving conditions When this increased pressure or boost is not desired such as during idling and light throttle cruising the excess air that the superchargeris pumping is routed through a bypass All of these controls working together provide high performance character and fuel efficiency in the 3800 Supercharged engine Engine Oil LOW OIL LEVEL If the LOW OIL LEVEL li...

Page 283: ... handle isthe yellow loop near thefront of the engine c 3800 or 3800 Supercharged Engine Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level 6 13 ...

Page 284: ...he oil is at or below the lower mark then you ll need to add some oil But you must usethe right kind This part explains whatkind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index I NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your enginehas so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operatingrange your engine could be damaged 3100 E...

Page 285: ...oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines You should also use the pro...

Page 286: ...S SYMBOL SAE 1OW 30 COLD WEATHER DO NOT USE SAE 2OW 50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED Z O O Engig As shown in the chart unless you have the 3800 engine SAE 5W 30 is best foryour vehicle However you can use SAE 1OW 30 if it s going to be 0 F 18 C or above These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 6 16 ...

Page 287: ... 30 PREFERRED above 0 F 18 W NOTUSE SAE 2OW 50OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOTRECOMMENDED 3800 or 3800 SuperchargedEngine As shown in thechart if you have the 3800 engine SAE 1OW 30 is bestfor your vehicle However you can use SAE 5W 30 if it s going to be colder than 60 F 16OC before your next oil change When it s very cold you should use SAE 5W 30 These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or...

Page 288: ...are lessthan 5 to 10miles 8 to 16km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing 0 Most trips include extensive idling suchas frequent driving in stop md go traffic 0 Most trips are through dusty areas You frequently tow a trailer or usea carrier on top of 0 The vehicle is used for deliverys ervice police taxi Driving und erthese conditions causes engine oil to break...

Page 289: ... the filter before disposal Don t ever disposeof oil by putting it inthe trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle itby taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask your dealer a service station or a local recycling center for help Air Cleaner To check or replacethe air filter 1 2 3 Loo...

Page 290: ...f the air cleaner is off a backflre can causea damagingengine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner in place when you re driving Supercharger Oil Unless you are technically qualified and have the proper tools you should let your dealer ora qualified service center perform this maintenance When to Check Check oil levelevery 30 000 miles 50 00...

Page 291: ... hole 4 Replace the oilplug with the O ring in place Torque to 88 lb in 10 N m Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time tocheck your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside tempera...

Page 292: ...tem parts starting a fire Be sureto get an accurate readingif you check your transaxlefluid Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C 0 At high speed for quitea while In heavy traffic especially in hot weather 0 While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluidshould be at norrnal operating tem...

Page 293: ...ake pedal move the shift running in PARK P lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever inPARK P 0 Let the enginerun at idle forthree to five minutes Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps 3100 Engine The transaxle fluid dipstick handle is the red loopnear the backof the engine ...

Page 294: ...3100 Engine 3800 or 38100 Supercharged Engine 1 Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and paper towel then pull it back out again 6 24 ...

Page 295: ...d to bring the level into the cross hatched area on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole tobring it to the proper level It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXR0N 111 because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatictransaxle Damage cau...

Page 296: ... mixture of water and the proper coolant for your Pontiac will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C 0 Protect against rust and corrosion 0 Help keep the proper enginetemperature 0 Let the warning lights and gages work as they should I NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only IBEX COOLTM silicate free coolant If silicated coolant i...

Page 297: ...ngine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mix of clean water andDEX COOLTM coolant NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mix your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn tbe covered by your warranty Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater co...

Page 298: ...y that the coolant level is up to the COLD fill level on the hose attached to the cap LOW COOLANT If this lightcomes on it means you re low on engine coolant Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the mulant recovery tank If the coolantrecovery tank is completely empty add coolant to the radiator See Engine Overheating in the Index 6 28 ...

Page 299: ... the engineparts are hot enough Don t spill coolanton a hot engine I I Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE Your radiator cap is a 15psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolantloss and possible enginedamage from overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck When you replace your radiator pressure cap an AC cap is rec...

Page 300: ...When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect thereis a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired 6 30 ...

Page 301: ... the engine compartment is hot the level should be at the H or HOT mark When it s cold the le velshould be at the C or COLD mark If the fluid is at theADD mark you should add fluid 3800 or 3800SuperchargedEngine What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the prope...

Page 302: ... will be operating your vehicle in an areawhere the temperature may fallbelow freezing usea fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing Your vehicle may be equipped with one of the following windshield washer fluid reservoirs Adding Washer Fluid Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY Add washer fluid until the tank is full 6 32 ...

Page 303: ...other partsof the washersystem Also water doesn t clean as well as washerfluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for expansion which could damage the tankif it is completely full Don t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is here It is f...

Page 304: ...y when work is done on the brake hydraulic system If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on theengine The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough You or others could be burned and your vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system When your brake fluid fallsto a low level your brake warning light will come on See Brake System Warning Light...

Page 305: ...it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your Pontiac has four wheel disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wearindicators that makea high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and newpads are needed The sound may come and go or be heardall the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly The brake wear warning sound means ...

Page 306: ...ke SystemParts The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicleis to have really good braking Vehicles we design and test have top quality GM brake parts in them as your Pontiac does whenit is new When you replace parts of your braking system for example when your brake linings wlear down and you have to havenew ones p...

Page 307: ... to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement In this section you ll find directions for changing the bulbs in some of the lamps on your Grand Prix See Replacement Bulbs in the Index to find the type of bulb you should use For any bulb replacement procedures not explained here seeyour dealer Hal...

Page 308: ...o bolts from the top of the headlamp assembly 3 Carefully remove the headlamp assembly from the vehicle Be careful to avoid scratching or chipping the paint on the vehicle while removing 4 Lift the plastic tab on the electrical connectorand pull the connector 6 38 ...

Page 309: ...5 Rotate the lamp socketring 1 4turn counterclockwise to remove it from the headlamp assembly 6 Pull the lamp from the socket 6 39 ...

Page 310: ...lace theheadlamp assembly into the vehicle Be careful to avoid scratching or chipping the painton the vehiclewhile replacing the assembly 11 Replace the two bolts on the top of the 12 Close the hood headlamp assembly Front TurnSignal 1 Open the hood and support properly 2 Remove the two bolts from the top of the headlamp assembly vehicle Be careful to avoid scratchingor chipping the paint on the v...

Page 311: ...adlamp assembly into the vehicle Be careful to avoid scratching or chipping the paint on the vehiclewhile replacing 9 Replace the two bolts on the top of the headlampassembly 10 Close the hood Center High Mounted Stoplamp 1 Open the trunk 2 Reach through the accessopening in the trunk and remove the slotted vent by squeezingthe ends and pulling down ...

Page 312: ...ace counterclockwise the vent you removed earlier 6 Close the trunk Taillamps 1 Unhook the convenience net if equipped and remove 2 Unscrew the lower convenience net hook attachment 3 Pull the trunk trim carpeting back from therear of the trunk 4 Remove the upper trunk trim hook and the two plastic wing nuts from the taillamp 6 42 ...

Page 313: ...5 Carefully remove the taillamp assembly Be careful to avoid scratching or chippingthe paint on the vehicle 6 43 ...

Page 314: ...bly Be careful 11 Reverse Steps 1through 4 12 Close the rear compartment Windshield WiperBlade Replacement 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Lift the release clipwith a screwdriver and pull the blade off the wiper arm 3 Push the new wiper blade securely ontothe wiper arm For wiper blade replacement length and type see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index 6 44 ...

Page 315: ...dent could cause seriousinjury Check alltires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold CAUTION Continued 0 Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when youhit a pothole Keeptires at the recommendedpressure Worn oldtires can cause accidents If your tread is badly worn or if your tires...

Page 316: ...wing Unusual wear Bad handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Don t forget your compact spare tire It shouldbe at 60 psi 420 kPa How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You can t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they r...

Page 317: ...t are caused by changes in tire pressure It will not alert you if the pressure in more than one tire is low or high The system can alert you about a low tire but itdoesn t replace normal tire maintenance See Tires in the Index When the CHECK TIRE PRESS light comes on you should stop as soonas you can and check a l lyour tires for darnage If a tireis flat see If a Tire Goes Flat in the Index Also c...

Page 318: ...es of 12psi 85kPa or more After 80 miles 125km of driving the system will alert you if a tire is 8 psi 55P a different from the other three tires Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6 000 to 8 000miles 10000 to 13000 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check fordamaged tires or wheels See When It s Time for...

Page 319: ...ouse a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index When It s Time forNew Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tire if any ofthe following statements are true You can see the indi...

Page 320: ...ead design the TPC number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your 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 Reset Tire Inflation Monitor TIM I Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mixtires of different sizes or...

Page 321: ...ance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on thegovernment course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use how...

Page 322: ...or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or theother the alig...

Page 323: ...ould affect the braking andhandling of your vehicle make your tires lose air andmake you lose control You could have a collisionin which you or others could beinjured Always use the correct wheel wheelbolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong wheelcan also causeproblems with bearing life brake cooling speedometeror odometercalibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicleground clearance ...

Page 324: ...low that manufacturer s instructions To help avoid damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it s contactingyour vehicle and don t spin your wheels If you do find traction de that will fit install them on the fronttires If you have oth ertires use tire chains only where legal and only when youmust Use onlySAE Cla ssLLS type chainsthat arethe proper size for your tires In...

Page 325: ... unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle 0 Alcohol 0 Laundry Soap 0 Bleach 0 Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Pontiac Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dustand loose dirt Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean damp cloth Your Pontiac dealer has two cleaners a solvent type spot lifter and a foam type powdered cleaner They will clean normal spots and...

Page 326: ...with a slightly damp paper towel or cloth Dry it immediately with a blow dryer Wipe with aclean cloth Using Solvent Type Cleaneron Fabric First seeif you have to use solvent type cleaner at all Some spots and stains will clean off better withjust water and mild soap If you need to use a solvent 1 2 3 4 Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with a clean dull knife or scraper Use very lit...

Page 327: ...ess 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 mayonnai...

Page 328: ... the windshield under certain conditions Cleaning the Built InChild Restraint Your built in child restraint may be cleaned with mild soap and lukewarm water Don t use household cleaners They may weaken the harness or damage plastic parts The built in child restraint pad is attached to thechild restraint cushion and seatback with fastener strips You can remove the pad machine wash it in cold water ...

Page 329: ...the Outsideof the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshieldis not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax sap or other material may be on the bladeor windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner BonAmis Powder non scratching glass cleaning powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do notform when you ...

Page 330: ... and d u r a b i l i t Washing Your Vehicle 2 dd v r i I Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Use liquid hand dish or car washing mild detergent soaps Don t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface or they could st...

Page 331: ...ainted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that aremarked safe forpainted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your Pontiac garaged or covered whenever possible Aluminum...

Page 332: ...care Finish Damage Any stone chips fractures ordeep scratches in the finish to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or wheels of the should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode vehicle Petroleum based products may damage the paint finish quickly and may develop into a major repair expense Minor chips and scratchescan be repaired with touch up materials a...

Page 333: ...f the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealeror an underbody vehicle washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmosphericconditionscan createa chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ringlet shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched in...

Page 334: ...Appearance Care Materials Chart ...

Page 335: ...d ServiceParts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on the underside of your trunk lid It s veryhelpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is your VIN the model ...

Page 336: ... are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links inthe wiring itself This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside thefuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating Spare fuses are located in the...

Page 337: ...t breaker opens and closes protecting thecircuit until the problem is fixed Instrument Panel FuseBlock r Some fuses are in a fuse block located inside of the glove box behind a small bin on the right side To open pull on the plastic strap and pull the part out The fuse block is inside On the back edge of thispart is a fuse puller and a fuse usage chart To use the fuse puller place the wide end of ...

Page 338: ... Mall Module Fuse WIPER STR WHL ILUM STR WHL CTRL SUNROOF RADIO PWR LOCK HSEATLUM R DEFOG RAP HAZARD PWR MIR HVAC HI CIG LTR INT LAMP STOPLP AUXKNSL CD CHGR Description Wipers Steering Wheel Illumination Steering Wheel Control Sunroof Radio Antenna Mall Module Power Locks Heated Seats Power Lumbar Rear Defog Retained Accessory Power Mall Module Hazard Flashers Power Mirrors HVAC Blower Hi Cigarett...

Page 339: ...e Restraint Air Bag Turn Signal Anti Lock Brakes PRNDL Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock Blower Control HVAC Rear Defog HVAC Driver Information Center Daytime Running Lamps Heated Seats Anti Lock Brakes Ignition Daytime Running Lamps Underhood Electrical Center Passenger s Side Some fuses are ina fuse block on the passenger s side of the engine compartment Pull off the cover labeled FUSES to expose ...

Page 340: ...L FAN1 BATTMAIN 1 0 0 IGN MAIN2 COOL FAN SERIES r 1 COOL FAN 2 B U LP GLUTCi TRANSMISSION n FUELPUMP 0 FUELPUMP SUPERCHARGER FUEL PUMP SPEED 0 ION MODULE 0 1 AC DIODE A C CLUTCH El COOL FAN 1 0 1 0 I n 1 0 I_ HORN FOG LP ECM I FUTURE I FOG LF 0 0 n 6 70 ...

Page 341: ...Spare ECM PCM Fuel Pump Automatic Transaxle Enable Switch Shift PWM Alt Sense Fuse RADIO AC CLU Description Radio Remote Lock Control Theft Shock Sensor Trip Computer HVAC Module ABS Module Security LED AC Clutch B U LP Trunk Release Back up Lamps IGN MODULE Ignition Module IGNI UH INJ MAF Heated Sensors Canister Prg Boost Solenoid Fuel Injectors 6 71 ...

Page 342: ...ystem IncludingReservoir 3100 Code M 11 0 quarts 10 42L 3800 Code K 10 2quarts 9 63 L 3800 Supercharged Code 1 10 2quarts 9 63L Refrigerunt R 134a Air Conditioning 1 9pounds 0 85kg Engine Crankcase Oil Changewith Filter Change 3100 Code M 4 5 quarts 4 3 L 3800 Code K 4 5 quarts 4 3L 3800 Supercharged Code 1 5 quarts 4 7 L Fuel Tank 18 0 gallons 68 0L See Air Conditioning Refrigerants later in this...

Page 343: ...A1208C 3100 Code M 600 CCA 3800 Code K 690 CCA 3800 Supercharged Code 1 770 CCA Engine Oil Filter PCV Valve Radiator Cap Spark Plugs All Engines ACType PF47 All Engines CV892C All Engines AC Type RC27 3100 Code M ACType 41 940 Gap 0 060 1 52 mm 3800 Code K AC Type 41 921 Gap 0 060 1 52 mm 3800 Supercharged Code 1 AC Type 41 921 Gap 0 060 1 52 mm Type Hook Length 20 50 8cm Wiper Blades Air Conditio...

Page 344: ... I NOTES 6 74 ...

Page 345: ...nized 7 4 Using Your Maintenance Schedule 7 4 Selecting the Right Schedule for Your Vehicle 7 5 Short TripKity Definition 7 5 Short Trip City Intervals 7 6 Long Trip Highway Definition 7 6 7 39 7 39 7 40 7 40 7 43 7 44 7 46 Long TripmighwayIntervals Owner Checks at Each Fuel Fill up What to Check at Least Once a Month What to Check at Least Twice a Year What to Check at Least Once a Year Periodic ...

Page 346: ...nvironment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in go odworking condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protectour environment an...

Page 347: ...lishes See Serviceand Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspectionsthat your Pontiac deaIer s service department or another qualified service center should perform PartD Recommended Fl...

Page 348: ... Pontiac 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 pasts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be re...

Page 349: ...ne oil to break down soonex Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000Miles 10 000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000Miles 25000 km Air Cleaner Filter Inspection if driving in dusty conditions Every 30 000Miles 50 000 km Air CleanerFilter Replacement Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Supercharger Oil Check or every 3...

Page 350: ...2 months whichever occurs first Tire Rotation Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Supercharger Oil Check or every 36 months whichever occurs first 3 8L Code 1engine only Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transaxle Service severe conditions only Every 60 000Miles I00 000km Engine Accessory Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Spark Plug Wire...

Page 351: ... Air Resources Board 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 that all recommended maintenance services be performed at theindicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake ...

Page 352: ...mission Control Sewice 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation inthe Index for proper rotation pattern andadditional information See footnote DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 9 000 Miles 15000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 7 8 ...

Page 353: ...ndex for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote An Emission ControlService 15 000 Miles 25 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service 0Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dustyconditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote DATE ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICED BY ...

Page 354: ...otate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote An Emission ControlService DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICEDBY 21 000 Miles 35000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Sewice DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICEDBY 7 10 ...

Page 355: ...otate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern andadditional information See footnote An Emission Control Service DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 27 000 Miles 45000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE ...

Page 356: ...any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote t W For supercharged engines only Check the supercharger oillevel and add oil as needed or every36 months whicheveroccurs first See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in this section An Emission Control Service Seefootnote y An Emission Control Service 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation inthe Index for proper ro...

Page 357: ...ission ControlService DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 36 000 Miles 60000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in theIndex for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote An Emission Control Service DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 1 ...

Page 358: ...hs whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service I 42 000 Miles 70000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service c Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern andadditional information Seefootnote 7 14 ...

Page 359: ...n dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 48 000 Miles 80000 km I I i 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in theIndex for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote An Emission Control Service DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MIL...

Page 360: ...e of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C cxhigher 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 thefluid andfilter do not require changing DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 1 ...

Page 361: ...Control Service I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE ISERVICED BY I 54 000 Miles 90 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote An Emission Control Service I I I 1 DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 7 17 ...

Page 362: ...l and filter or e 7rery 3 months whichever occursfirst 0Inspect engine accessory drive belt Inspect camshafttiming belt An Emission ControlService An Emission ControlService An Emission Control Sewice See footnote 7 Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service 17Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission ...

Page 363: ...or every36 months whichever occurs 3 months whichever occursfirst supercharger oil level and add oil as needed Change engine oil and filter or every An Emission Control Service See footnote T Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 19 ...

Page 364: ...s first An Emission Control Sewice 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote DATE ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICED BY 69 000Miles 115 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service I DATE 7 20 ...

Page 365: ...information See footnote An Emission Control Service DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 75 000Miles 125000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service in dusty conditions Replacefilter if necessary An Emission ControlService See footnote 0Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving ElInspect camshaft timing belt An Emission Control Service DA...

Page 366: ... Emission Control Sewice 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation inthe Index for proper rotation pattern andadditional information See footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 81 000 Miles 135000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Sewice DATE ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICEDBY 7 22 ...

Page 367: ...e tires See TireInspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rota pattern and additional information See footnote An Emission Control Service tion DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 87 000 Miles 145 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 7 23 ...

Page 368: ...fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service Seefootnote T For supercharged engines only Check the supercharger oil level and addoil as needed or every 36 m onths whichever occurs first See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in thissection An Emission Control Service See footnote f 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for properrotation p...

Page 369: ...cursfirst An Emission Control Service 94 000 Miles 160 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote An Emission Control Service DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 7 25 ...

Page 370: ...trolService I I 100 000 Miles 166000 km 0Inspect spark plug wires 0Replace spark plugs 0Change automatic transaxlefluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher 7 26 ...

Page 371: ... these conditions thefluid andfilterdo not require changing 150 000 Miles 240000 km CIDrain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occursfirst See Engine Coolant in the Index for what touse Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure testcooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Sewice I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE ISERVICED BY...

Page 372: ...ilure 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 that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection under Periodic Maintenance I...

Page 373: ...tion in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE I I SERVICEDBY 22 500 Miles 37 500 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first An Emission ControlService 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in theIndex for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE ...

Page 374: ...nformation See footnote 0Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Sewice BInspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Sewice See footnote 0For supercharged engines only Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed or every 36 months whichever occurs first See RecommendedFluids and Lubricants ...

Page 375: ...Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern andadditional information See footnote 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote An Emission Control Service DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 7...

Page 376: ...hese conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 98 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 Ifyou do not use your vehicle under anyo f these conditions thefluid andfilter do not require changing BATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICEDBY 7 32 ...

Page 377: ...000 Miles 100000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0For supercharged engines only Check the supercharger oillevel and add oil as needed or every 36 months whichever occurs first See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in this section An Emission Control Service Seefootnote T Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in theIndex ...

Page 378: ...age Replace parts as needed An Emission ControlService See footnote An Emission ControlSewice An Emission Control Sewice See footnote An Emission ControlService 67 500Miles 112500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first An Emission ControlService 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern andadditional information See fo...

Page 379: ... c7Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern andadditional information See footnote DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 82 500Miles 137500 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first An Emission ControlService Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See f...

Page 380: ...p gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote 0For superchargedengines only Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed or every 36 months whichever occurs first See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in this section An Emission Control Service See footnote T 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation inthe Index for proper rotation pattern ...

Page 381: ...onal information See footnote An Emission Control Service DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 100 000 Miles 166000km 0Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service 0Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service 0Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven underone or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where theoutside temperature regularly reaches 9...

Page 382: ...hese conditions thefluid aadJi lterdo not require changing delivery service 150 000 Miles 240 000 km 0Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cololing system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service DATE ACTUAL...

Page 383: ...e oil level and add the proper 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 Wi...

Page 384: ... and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Wiper BladeCheck Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas oftle windshield Also see Wiper Blades Cleaning in the Index Automatic Tkansaxle Check Check the transaxle fluid level add if needed See Automatic Transaxle in the Index A f...

Page 385: ...ARK 9 or NEUTRAL N If the starter works in any other position your vehicle needs service When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does youor others could be injured Follow the steps below 1 Before you start be sureyou have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake see Parking Brake in the Index if necessary NOT...

Page 386: ...in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure fiom the regular brake pedal D othis until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK a Then release all brakes I UnderbodyFlushingService When you are d ng this check your vehicle At least every spring use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the underbody...

Page 387: ...dy near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes looseconnections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into thevehicle See Engine Exhaust in the Index Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection Inspect the hosesand have them replaced if they are cracked swollen or deteriorated Inspe...

Page 388: ...ne see Engine Oil in the Index 50 50 mixture of clean water preferably distilled and use only GM Goodwrench DEX COOL TM or Hawline DEX COOL TM coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT System GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Power Steering GM Part No 1052884 1pint System GM Power Steering Fluid 1050017 1auart or equivalent DEXRON 111Automatic Transaxle Transmi...

Page 389: ...briplate lubricant aerosol GM Part No 12346293or USAGE GM Part No 12346241 Hinges Multi purpose lubricant Superlube Hood and Door FLUIDLLUBRICANT or equivalent Fuel Door Hinge Engine oilor Lubriplate Lubricant and Trunk GM Part No 10501 09 Access Panel Hinges Weatherstrip Dielectric SiliconeGrease GM Conditioning Part No 12345579or equivalent equivalent or lubricantmeeting See ReplacementParts in ...

Page 390: ...boxes provided after themaintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or PeriodicMaintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you shouldretainall maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record SERVICED BY MAINTENANCEPERFORMED 7 46 ...

Page 391: ...Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICED BY READING 4 7 47 ...

Page 392: ...Maintenance Record 7 48 ...

Page 393: ...tance Information Address for Writing to Pontiac Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users Pontiac Roadside Assistance Phone Number for Roadside Assistance Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 8 8 9 8 10 8 10 8 11 8 11 8 11 8 12 8 13 Pontiac Courtesy Transportation BBB Autoline Information Warranty Information Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Reporting Safety Defects to Canada Reporting Safet...

Page 394: ...s are designed to make you realize that Pontiac recognizes you as a valuable customer appreciates your purchase dlecision and is dedicated to taking care of the most important person YOU PONTIAC CARES is A valuabl efeature that comes with every Pontiac a feature that offers amultitude of benefits that can give you safety security comfort and convenience 8 2 ...

Page 395: ...e an enjoyable one and are discussed in greater detail further inyour owner s manual Pontiac is focusing on the changing needs of our customers and is committed to giving you an exceptionallevel of 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 the world Customer Satisfact...

Page 396: ...ed by the dealership without further help contact the Pontiac Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 PM CARES In ICanada contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French For help outside of the United States and Canada call the following numbers as appropriate 0 In Mexico 525 625 3256 0 In Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 Englis...

Page 397: ...Plaza Pontiac MI 48340 2952 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer CommunicationCentre 163 005 1908Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LlH 8P7 Refer to your Warrantyand Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of GM Overseas offices When contacting Pontiac please remember that your concernwill likely be resolved in the dealership using the dealer s facilities equipment...

Page 398: ... service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road Pontiac s Roadside Assistance toll free number is staffed by a team of technically trained advisors who are available 24 hours a day 365 days a year We take anxiety out of uncertain situations by providing minor repair information over the phone or making arrangementsto tow your vehicle to the n...

Page 399: ...er when other services are utilized our advisors will explain any payment obligations you might incur For prompt and efficient assistancewhen calling please provide the following information to give the advisor Location of vehicle Telephone number of your location Vehiclemodel year and color 0 Mileage of vehicle 0 VehicleIdentification Number VIN Vehicle license plate number Pontiac reserves the r...

Page 400: ...ortation when you bring your 1997Pontiac in forwarranty service It applies to any repair covered under the 3 year 36 000 mile 60 000 km limited warranty and to any 1997Pontiac requiring repair as a result of product recall or specialpolicy situations For same day service you are entitled to one way shuttle serviceof up to 10miles 16km If the vehicle requires multiple day repairs you re entitled to...

Page 401: ...ution to a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretationof the New Vehicle Limited Warranty To assist in resolving these disagreements Pontiac voluntarily participates in BBB AUTOLINE BBB AUTO LINE is an out of court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to settle automotive disputes This program is available free of charge to customers who currently own or lease a G...

Page 402: ...ntiac Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 PM CARES Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Admini...

Page 403: ... you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 PM CARES or write Pontiac Division Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac MI 48340 2952 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 1908Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LlH 8P7 Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada Service manua...

Page 404: ...LE TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides informationon unit repair service procedures adjustmentsand specifications forthe 1997GM transmissions transaxlesand transfer cases RETAILSELL PRICE 40 00 OWNER S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly for Owners and intended to lprovide basicoperational information about the vehicle The owner s manualwill include the Maintenanc...

Page 405: ...e mailedwithin 10days ofreceipt Please allow ade uate time forpostal service If further information is needed write to the address s Rown below or call 1 800 782 4356 Materialcannot bereturnedfor creditwithout packing slipwith return informationwithin 30 days of delivery On returns a re stockingfee may be ap plied aqainstthe original order ...

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Page 407: ... 2 67 4 7 Brakes 4 7 Anti Theft Radio 3 26 Appearance Care 6 55 Appearance Care Materials 6 64 Arbitration Program 8 9 Ashtrays 2 58 Audio Controls Steering Wheel Touch Control 3 29 Audio Equipment Adding 3 30 Audio Systems 3 10 Auto Down Window 2 31 Automatic Auxiliary Temp Control 3 4 Check 7 40 Door Locks 2 6 2 46 Electronic Climate Control 3 2 Fluid 6 21 Operation 2 19 Overdrive 2 21 Park Mech...

Page 408: ...ts 6 36 Storing 1 51 Cassette Tape Player Care 3 3 1 Cassette Tape Player Errors 3 13 3 17 CD Player Theft Deterrent Feature 3 26 Center Console Storage 2 55 Center High Mounted Stoplamp 6 41 Center Passenger Position 1 28 Certification Label 4 30 Chains Safety 4 35 Chains Tire 6 54 Changing a Flat Tire 5 24 Charging System Light 2 66 Check Tire Pressure Light 2 70 CheckingYour Restraint Systems 1...

Page 409: ...e 8 3 Comfort Controls 3 1 RecoveryTank 5 16 Cupholders 2 55 Damage Finish 6 62 Damage Sheet Metal 6 62 Daytime Running Lamps 2 39 Dead Battery 5 3 Defects Reporting Safety 8 10 Defensive Driving 4 2 Defogger Rear Window 3 9 Defogging 3 4 Defrosting 3 4 DelayedIllumination 2 41 2 45 Dimensions Vehicle 6 73 Dolby B Noise Reduction 3 14 3 17 Door Locks 2 4 Driver Information Center 2 78 DriverPositi...

Page 410: ...g 2 42 2 45 Fabric Cleaning 6 56 Fan Knob Climate Control System 3 2 Filling Your Tank 6 5 Fan Button Automatic and AuxiliaryTemp Control 3 6 Filter Air 6 19 Finishcare 6 61 Finish Damage 6 62 First Gear Automatic Transaxle 2 22 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 32 Flashers HazardWarning 5 2 Flat Tire Changing 5 24 Fluids and Lubricants 7 44 Foreign Countries Fuel 6 5 Front Reading Lamps 2 43 Filling YourTank ...

Page 411: ...ew Mirror 2 53 Brakesystem 7 43 Exhaust Systems 7 43 Front Wheel Drive Axle Boot 7 43 Front Wheel Drive Axle Seal 7 43 Radiator and Heater Hose 7 43 Inspections Steering Suspension Throttle Linkage Instrument Panel Cleaning Cluster Fuse Block Lamps Interior Lamps 7 43 7 43 7 43 2 62 6 58 2 62 6 67 2 40 2 40 Jack Tire Jump Starting 5 26 5 3 K e y Lock Cylinders Service 7 40 Keys 2 2 Labels 4 30 Cer...

Page 412: ... Intervals Trac System Warning 2 68 Your Vehicle and the Environment 7 2 Trunk A j a r Warning 2 76 Maintenance Underbody 6 63 Loading YourVehicle 4 29 MaintenanceWhen Trailer Towing 4 38 Automatic Door 2 6 2 46 Manual Front Seat 1 2 Door 2 4 Mirrors 2 53 Ignition TransaxleCheck 7 42 Convex Outside 2 54 Key Lock Cylinder Service 7 40 ElectrochromicDaymight Rearview 2 53 LocksandLighting Choices 2 ...

Page 413: ...h a Trailer 4 38 Passenger Position 1 22 Passenger s TemperatureKnob Automatic and AuxiliaryTempControl 3 5 Passing 4 13 Performance Shifting 2 23 Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 43 Pontiac Cares 8 2 Power Accessory Outlet 2 56 2 59 Door Locks 2 5 OptionFuses 6 67 Outside Mirror 2 54 Retained Accessory 2 42 Seat 1 3 Steering 4 11 SteeringFluid 6 30 Windows 2 30 Pregnancy Use of Safety Belts 1 2...

Page 414: ...eplacing After a Crash 1 64 Child 1 52 Right Front Passenger Position 1 22 Head l 7 ShoulderBelt Height Adjuster 1 16 Replacing Parts After a Crash 1 64 Smaller Children and Babies 1 36 Retained Accessory Power 2 42 WhyTheyWork 1 9 Reverse Automatic Transaxle 2 20 Safety Chains 4 35 Right Front Passenger Position 1 22 Safety Defects Reporting 8 10 Roadside Assistance 8 6 Safety Warnings and Symbol...

Page 415: ... 32 Skidding 4 15 Sound Equipment Adding 3 30 Spare Tire Compact 5 34 Restraint Systems 1 I EngineSoonLight 2 70 Specifications and Capacities 6 72 Specifications Engine 6 72 6 73 Speech Impaired Customer Assistance 8 5 Speedometer 2 63 Stains Cleaning 6 57 Starter Switch Check 7 41 SRS l 22 Starting Your Engine 2 16 Steam 5 13 Steering 4 11 In Emergencies 4 12 Tips 4 11 Variable Assist 4 11 Wheel...

Page 416: ...45 Inflationcheck 7 39 Loading 4 29 Pressure 6 45 Treadwear 6 51 TopStrap 1 53 Trailer Brakes 4 35 Driving on Grades 4 37 Driving With 4 36 Maintenance When Towing 4 38 Safety Chains 4 35 Tongueweight 4 33 Total Weight on Tires 4 34 Hitches 4 34 ParkingonHills 4 38 Towing 4 31 Turnsignals 4 37 Weight 4 33 Transaxle Automatic 6 21 Transmitters Remote KeylessEntry 2 8 Transportation Courtesy 8 8 Tri...

Page 417: ... 59 Visors Sun 2 59 warning Devices 5 2 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 2 64 Washer Fluid Windshield 6 32 Washing Your Vehicle 6 60 Weatherstrips 6 60 Wheel Alignment 6 52 NutTorque 5 31 Replacement 6 52 Wrench Auto Down 2 31 Power 2 30 WindshieldWasher 2 34 Fluid 2 34 6 32 FluidLevelCheck 7 39 WindshieldWiper 2 33 Blade Replacement 6 44 Fuses 6 67 Winter Driving 4 25 Wiring Headlamp 6 66 Wrec...

Page 418: ...WASHER FLUID P6 32 SECONDARY HOOD RELEASE DIPSTICK B6 13 ENQINE COOLANT RECOVERYTANK P6 28 I HOOD RELEASE P6 8 FUEL DOOR P6 6 For detailed information refer to the page number listed or see the Index in the back of the owner s m a n u a l 9 12 ...

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