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Page 2: ...drive under different conditions Problems on the Road This section tellswhat to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use Custo...

Page 3: ...hicle so it will be there if youever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner canuse it Litho in U S A Part No 10285630B First Edition WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARYTECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH NationalInstitutefor 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 support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners Who Pref...

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

Page 5: ... Also in this book you will find these notices not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly NOTI CE the damage When you read othermanuals you might see CAUTION These mean there is something thatcould damage your vehicle and NOTICE warnings in different colorsor in different words L You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE iv ...

Page 6: ... you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven DOOR LOCK UNLOCK FASTEN SEAT BELTS These symbols have todo with your lamps SIGNALS e TURN RUNNING 0 DAYTIME LAMPS FOG LAMPS 0 These symbols are on some of your controls WIPER Q These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights COOLANT TEMP CHARGING 1 7 BATTERY SYSTEM Here are some other symbols you may see FUSE WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER WIND...

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Page 8: ...sk About Safety Belts and the Answers How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Driver Position Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Right Front Passenger Position Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS Rear Seat Passengers 1 60 1 62 1 64 1 66 1 69 1 80 1 97 1 100 1 100 1 101 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Center Passenger Position Bench Seat Center Passenger Position Bucket Seat Ch...

Page 9: ...de the seat to where you want it To make sure the seatis locked into place release the lever and try to movethe seat with your body To raise the seat pull up on the lever on the front right s ideof the seat To lower the seat push the lever down You can lose control of the vehicleif you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse yo...

Page 10: ...ght position To adjust the six way power seat Front Control A Raise the front of the seat by holding the switch up Hold the switch downto lower the front of the seat Center Control B Move the seat forward or rearward by holding the control to thefront or rear Raise or lower the seat by holding the control up or down Rear Control C Raise the rear of the seat by holding the switch up Hold the switch...

Page 11: ...ront Seatbacks All front seats recline Slide the seat to where you want it To make sure the seat is locked into place release the lever and try to move the seat with your body To adjust the seatback rotate this knob It is easier to recline the seat if you lean forward taking your weight off the seatback ...

Page 12: ...b because it won t beagainst your body Instead it will bein front of you In a crash you couldgo into it receiving neckor otherinjuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt couldgo up over your abdomen The belt forceswould be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause seriousinternal injuries For proper protection whenthe vehicle is in motion havethe seatback upright Then s...

Page 13: ...or each seat Head Restraints Slide the headrestraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash The headrestraints tilt forward andreward also Rear Seats B 0 G B B I E l J Seat Controls Floor Seat Pin Diagram The rearseats in your vehicle have levers and s traps used toadjust remove and replace the sea...

Page 14: ...y belt as usual The sleeve should slide freely when not in use There is also a clipon the safety belt usedto secure the belt after it is disconnected from the mini buckle When removing the second row benchseat secure the looseend of the safety belt in this clip This will keepthe safety belt from danglingand possibly striking something Dump and Stow Feature The rear seats in your vehicle except the...

Page 15: ...il it locks upright Push andpull on the seatback to check that it is locked Removing the Second Row SolidBench Seat With the seatback in the upright position unhook the side attachment for thesafety belt This mini buckle is located on the right side of the seat Push up the red center on the buckle with a small pointed object like a key or pen 1 Pull the nylon strap on the backof the seat to fold t...

Page 16: ...strap at the base of the seat to release the rear latches from the floor pins the way forward 3 Do not let go of the straps until the seat is folded all 4 Unhook the front latches by rolling up the gray handle under the seat until the handle locks 1 9 ...

Page 17: ...ed on the back of the seat showing where the seat must go Follow that diagram Use the A C and E sets of floor cups See Seat Controls in the beginning of this sectionfor more details The seat must be placed in the proper location for the legs to attach correctly 1 Place the fronthooks of the bench seat onto the front two floorpins To do this the seat will need to be angled so that 2 With the seat s...

Page 18: ...ched correctly the rear legs will not attach to the rear set of floor pins 4 Firmly push the rear hooks into the rear floor pins by pushing down on the rearof the seat 5 Try to raise thebench seat to check that it is locked down 1 11 ...

Page 19: ...locked 8 Attach the mini buckle so that the safety belt is ready for use when a passenger uses the seat The buckle reattaches by pushing the latch into the buckle until thered center pops out again A safety beltthat is twisted or not properly attached won t providethe protection neededin a crash The person wearingthe belt could be seriously injured After installingthe seat always check to be sure ...

Page 20: ...w the center position of the bench one in front and one inback of the seat Lift up either lever and slide the seat forward to allow for extra storage behind the seat or slidethe seat back to allow extra room for third row passengers Release the lever Push and pull on the seat to be sure itis locked into place 1 13 ...

Page 21: ...the handle on the back of the seatand pulling the seat toward therear of the vehicle the seatback forward 3 From behind the bench seat pull the nylon straps at the base of the seat to release the rear latches from the floor pins 4 Do not let go of the straps until the seat is foldedall the way forward 5 Unhook the front latches by rolling up the gray handle under the seatuntil the handle locks 1 1...

Page 22: ...abels located on the back of the seat showing where the seat must go Follow that diagram Use all of the sets of floor cups in the third row G H I and J sets of floor cups See Seat Controls in the beginning of this section for more details The seat must be placed in the proper location for the legs to attach correctly Make surethe seat is in the fullrear position before beginning this procedure 1 P...

Page 23: ...e seat still folded forward roll down the gray handle underneath the seat to lockthe front latches 1 16 3 If the front legs are not attached correctly the rear legs will not attach to the rear set of floor pins ...

Page 24: ...n move around in a collision or sudden stop People in thevehicle could be injured Be sure tolock the seat into place properly when installing it 7 Pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat and raise the seatback until it locks upright 8 Push and pull on the seatback to check that it is locked into place If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could caus...

Page 25: ... Child Restraint in the Index Folding or Recliningthe Seatbacks To fold downthe seatback on either section of the split bench seat pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat or lift up on the leveron the front of the seatback To raise either seatback pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat while raising the seatback until it locks upright Push and pull on the seatback to check that it is lo...

Page 26: ...ard They are located below the center of each section of the split bench one in front and one in backof the seat Lift up either lever and slide the seat forward to allow for extra storage behind the seat or slidethe seat back to allow extra room for passengers Release thelever Push and pull on the seat to besure it is locked into place 1 19 ...

Page 27: ...s located on the rightside of the seat the buckle with a small pointed object like a key 1 Lift the seatback recliner lever or pull the nylon strap on the backof the seat to fold the seatback forward 2 Slide the seat all the way back by lifting either oneof the adjustmentbars and sliding the seat fidly rearward I 3 From behind the bench seat pull the nylon strap at the base of the seat to release ...

Page 28: ...ueeze the angled latch release bar toward the straight crossbar 6 Remove the seatby rocking it slightly toward the rear of the vehicle and then pulling it out Repeat Steps 1 through 5 for the other section of the split bench seat 1 21 ...

Page 29: ... floor cups the C and D sets of floor cups and H sets of floor cups and J sets of floor cups The right 60 section of the 40 60 split bench uses The left section of the 5 0 split bench uses the G The right section of the 50 50 splitbench uses the I See Seat Controls in the beginning of this section for more details The seat must be placed in the proper location for the legs toattach correctly Make ...

Page 30: ... attaching correctly check that theseat is in the full rear position 5 Firmly push the rear hooks onto the rear floor pins by pushing down onthe rear of the seat 6 Try to raise the seat to check that it is locked down 3 If the front legsare notattached correctly the rear legs will not attach to the rear setof floor pins 1 23 ...

Page 31: ...or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked 9 Attach the mini buckle so that the safety belt is ready for use when a passenger uses the seat The buckle reattaches by pushing the latch into the buckle until the red center pops out again Kepeat Steps 1through 5 for the other section of the split bench seat A safety beltth...

Page 32: ... t havethe built in child restraint option can be moved to differentrows Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks To fold down the seatback on either section of the split bench seat pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat or lift up on the lever on the front of the seatback To raise either seatback pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat while raising the seatback until it locks upright Push a...

Page 33: ...orslide the seat back to allowextra room forpassengers Release the lever Push and pull on the seat to be sure it is locked into place Removing the Bucket Seats Make sure the seatback is in the upright position The head restraints should be fully down 1 Lift the seatback recliner lever or pull thenylon strap on the backof the seat tofold the seatback forward 2 Slide the seatall the way back by lift...

Page 34: ...e seat pull the nylon strap at the base of the seat or liftthe paddle on the side to release the rear latches from the floor pins 4 Do not let go of the straps or lever until the seat is folded all the way forward 1 27 ...

Page 35: ...y won t latch that way If you want more storage room behind the seat adjust the seat by sliding it forward The bucket seats have seat position lablels located on the back of the seat showing where the seat must go Follow that diagram See Seat Controls inthe beginning of this section for more details The seat must be placedin the proper location for the legsto attach correctly RIGHT ONLY seats that...

Page 36: ... E and F sets of floor cups LEFT ONLY seats that have the built in child restraint option fit only in the left location of the second row the A and B sets of floor cups Make sure the seat is in the full rear position before beginning this procedure 1 With the seat folded squeeze the angled graybar toward the solid gray crossbar while placing the front hooks of the bench seat onto the front two flo...

Page 37: ...a collision or sud denstop People in the vehiclecouldbe injured Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installingit 6 Lift the seatbackrecliner lever or pull thenylon strap on the back of the seatand raise the seatback until it locks upright 7 Push and pull on the seatbackto check that it is locked in place If the seatback isn t locked it cl Id move forward in a suddenstop or crash That...

Page 38: ... knob on the inboard side of the seat It is easier to raise or lower the seatback if you lean forward and take the weight off the seatback Removing the Captain s Chairs I I The arrnrests can be lowered or raised for entering or exiting the vehicle I Pull the nylon strap behind the chair to release the rear hooks from the floor pins 1 31 ...

Page 39: ... Replacing the Captain s Chairs The left chair goes inthe A and C sets of floor pins The right chair goes in the D and F sets of floor pins 1 Ho okthe front latches over the front floor pins 2 Push the rear of the seatdown to lock the rear latches onto the rear setof floor pins 1 32 ...

Page 40: ...rly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System SRS or air bag system I Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you re not wearing a safety belt your injuries can be much worse You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured orki...

Page 41: ...ee Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never h o w if you ll bein a crash If you do have a crash you don t know if it will be abad one A few crashes 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 ...

Page 42: ...Why Safety BeltsWork When you ride inor on anything yougo as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it sjust a seat on wheels Put someone on it 1 35 ...

Page 43: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keepsgoing until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 36 ...

Page 44: ...panel or the safetybelts With safetybelts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety beltsmake such good sense 1 37 ...

Page 45: ...u re in an accident even one that isn t your fault you and your passengers can be hurt Being a good driver doesn tprotect you from things beyond your control such as b addrivers Most accidents occur within 25 miles 40 k m of home And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65km h Safety belts are for everyone A Air bags are in many vehicles today and ...

Page 46: ...h 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 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat to see how see Seats in the Index so you can situp straight 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t letit get tw...

Page 47: ...s you pull up on the shoulder belt The lappart of the belt should be worn low and snugon the hips just touching thethighs In a crash thisapplies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide underthe lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force atyour abdomen This could cause serious oreven fatal injuries The shoulder belt shouldgo over the shoulder and across the ...

Page 48: ...sired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing the button down to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the heightso that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt shouldbe away from your face and neck but not falling off YOU shoulder 1...

Page 49: ...y hurt if your shoulder beltis too loose E n a crash you would moveforward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt shouldfit against your body A The shoulder belt is too loose It won tgive nearly as much protection this way 1 42 ...

Page 50: ...d inthe wrong place like this In a crash the belt wouldgo up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you A The belt is buckled in the wrong place 1 43 ...

Page 51: ...d if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause seriousor fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 1 44 ...

Page 52: ...ously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm Ina crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too muchforce to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulderbones You could also severely injure internalorgans like your liver or spleen 1 45 ...

Page 53: ...d 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 tospreadimpact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it canwork properly or ask your dealer to fixit 1 46 ...

Page 54: ...belts To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way Before you close the door be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damageboth the belt and yourvehicle A pregnant woman should wear alap shoulder belt and the lapportion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughoutthe pregnancy 1 47 ...

Page 55: ...bag systems Your vehicle has four air bags a NextGeneration reduced force frontal air bag for the driver another Next Generation reduced force frontal air bagfor the right front passenger a side impact air bagfor the driver and another side impact air bag for the right front passenger Reduced forcefrontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk s f injury from the forceof an inflating fronta...

Page 56: ...e something hits the side of your vehicle They aren t designed to inflate in frontal in rolloveror in rear crashes Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there s an air bag for that person Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate with great force faster thanthe blink of an eye If you re too close to an inflatingair bag it could seriously injure you This is ...

Page 57: ...d infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Alwayssecure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Thildren and seethe caution labels onthe sunvisors and the right front passenger s safety belt AIRBAG United States Canadian There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows thewords AIRBAG or a deployed air bag...

Page 58: ...e driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal air bagis in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatbackclosest to thedoor 1 51 ...

Page 59: ... inflation path of a sideimpact air bag Wh enshould an airbag inflate T k a e cla ver sand right front passenger s frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderateto severe frontalor near frontal crashes Thefrontal airbags aye designed to inflate only if the impact speedis above thesystem s designed threshold level If your vehicle goes straight into awall that doesn t move or deform the theshul...

Page 60: ...For both frontal and side impact air bags the sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator which inflates the air bag The inflator air bag andrelated hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel instrument panel and the side of the front seatbacks closest to the door How does an air bag restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even b...

Page 61: ...d get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but canstget out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by openinga window or a door In many crashes severeenough to inflate an airbag windshields are broken byvehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag Air bags are designed to inflate only once...

Page 62: ...ater up to the carpeting or higher or if water enters your vehicle and soaks the carpet the air bag controller can be soaked and ruined If this ever happens and then you start your vehicle the damage could make the frontal and side impact air bags inflate and safety belt pretensioners activate even if there sno crash You would have to replace the air bags allthe sensors and related parts parts of ...

Page 63: ...if you are closeto an air bag when it inflates Avoid wires wrapped with yellowtape or yellow connectors Theyare probably part of the air bag systems Be sure to followproper service procedures and make sure the person performingwork foryou is qualifiedto do so Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear sea...

Page 64: ... s how to wear one properly 1 Pick up 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 veryquickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Thenpull the belt across you more slowly 1 57 ...

Page 65: ...he safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lag part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part The lappart of the belt shouldbe W Q 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 under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your ...

Page 66: ...belt very quickly out of the retractor You 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 To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle 1 59 ...

Page 67: ... second row there is one guide for each outside passenger position If your vehicle has a bench seat in thesecond row there is one guide for the left hand outside passenger position If your vehicle has third row seats there is one guide for each outsidepassenger position To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults the comfort guides ma...

Page 68: ...2 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 twisted and it lies flat The guide must be on top of the belt 1 61 ...

Page 69: ...ions earlier in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that youcan take them out from the guides Slide the guide onto the storage clip Lap Belt If your vehicle has a third TOW rear bench seat someme can sit inthe centerposition 1 62 ...

Page 70: ...t To make thebelt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way asthe lap part of a lap shoulderbelt If the beltisn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would beable to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 63 ...

Page 71: ...lap safety belt which has a retractor 1 Pick up the latch plate and in a single motion pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle let it go back all the way and start again Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure 3 Feed the lap belt into the retractor to tighten it 1 64 ...

Page 72: ...ly if you ever had to The center position bucket seat is a CENTER OR LEFT type seat Because it is the only bucket seat with a lap belt and has a buckle on only one side there are certain places a CENTER OR LEFT type bucket seat should and should not be used See Seats in the Index If the CENTER OR LEFT bucket seat is used on the left side of the vehicle the person sitting there should use the lap s...

Page 73: ...rained while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies Children who are up against or very C L Ato an air bag whenit inflatescan be seriouslyinjured or killed Thisis true even thoughyour vehicle has reduced force frontal air bags Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offerthe best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safetybelt system nor its air bag systemi...

Page 74: ...nough for one is always properly restrained in a childor infant restraint Infants need complete support including support for the head and neck This isnecessary because an infant s neck is weak andits head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing restraint settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of t...

Page 75: ...a crash During a crasha baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a240 lb 110 kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint 1 68 ...

Page 76: ...find out where a bucket seat that has abuilt in child restraint must be located in your vehicle see Removable Rear Bucket Seats in the Index If your vehicle has this option in a 60 40bench seat you may have one or two built in child restraints This bench seat willody fit in the second rowof your vehicle In both types of seats the built in child restraint worksthe same way 1 69 ...

Page 77: ...raints later in this section for more information e What if the top of my child s shoulders is abolve the shoulderbelt slots for the five point child restraint harness system A A child whose shoulders are above the shoulder belt slots for the five point child restraint harness system shouldn t use this child restraint Instead the child shouldsit onthe vehicle s regular seat cushion anduse the vehi...

Page 78: ...estraint until the lower edge of the head restraint is even with the top of the seatback 2 Rotate the head restraint rearward until it touches the top of the seatback Make sure there isno gap between the lower edge of the head restraint and the top of the seatback 1 71 ...

Page 79: ...3 Lower the child restraint cushion You ll be usingthe child restraint s harness A to s ecureyour child Don t use the vehicle s safety belts 1 72 ...

Page 80: ...use the vehicle s adult safety belts WARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURER SINSTRUCTIONS ON THE USE OF THIS CHILD RESTRAINTSYSTEM CAN RESULT IN YOUR CHILD STRIKINGTHE VEHICLE S INTERIOR DURING A SUDDEN STOPOR CRASH SNUGLY ADJUST THE BELTS PROVIDEDWITH THIS CHILD RESTRAINT AROUND YOUR CHILD 4 5 Before placing the childin the childrestraint add slack to the shoulder harness Pull the black shoul...

Page 81: ...it clicks Be surethe buckk is free of my foreign objects that may prevent you from securing the latch plates If you can t secure a latch plate see your Pontiac dealer for service before using the childrestraint child s shoulder 8 Place the other side of the harness over the 9 Push the latchplate into the buckle until itclicks 1 74 ...

Page 82: ...oth latch plates to make sure they are secure 11 Now fasten the left and right halves of the shoulder harness clip together The purpose of this clip is to help keep the harness positioned on the child s shoulders 1 75 ...

Page 83: ...s upper body in a suddenstop or crash The child could be seriously injured Make sure the harness clip is properly fastened 12 Pull the shoulder harness adjustment strap C firmly until the harness is snugly adjusted around the child You should not be able to put more than two fingers between the harness and the child s chest Make sure the harness and buckle strap are not twisted 1 76 ...

Page 84: ...r part should be centered on the child s shoulder The harness should be away from the child s face and neck but not falling from the child s shoulders If you expect that the child will sleep while riding you can recline the seatback See Seats in the Index Removing the Child from the Built In Child Restraint 1 Unfasten the shoulder harness clip 1 77 ...

Page 85: ...de of the harness off the child s shoulder 5 Remove the child from thechild restraint cushion Storing the Built In Child Restraint Always properly store the built in child restraintbefore using the vehicle slap shoulder belt I Move both latch plates and both sides of the shoulder harness clip to the bottom of the harness straps 1 78 ...

Page 86: ...nd leg rest up into 3 Press the child restraint cushion firmly into the seatback 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 1 79 ...

Page 87: ... Seat and Restraint System Parts After a Crash in the Index Every time infants and young children ride in v ehicles they should have protection providedby appropriaterestraints Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints are available in four basic types When selecting a child restraint take into consideration not only the child s weight and size but also wh...

Page 88: ... center ofthe vehicle A rear facing infant restraint B positions an infant to face the rear of the vehicle Rear facing infant restraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs 9 kg andabout one year of age This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant s head neck and body can have the support they need in a crash Some infant seats come in twoparts the base stays secured in the v...

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Page 90: ...ward facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18kg and about 26 to 40 inches 66to 102cm in height or upto around four years of age One type a convertible restraint is designed to be used either as a rear facing infant seat or a forward facing child seat 1 83 ...

Page 91: ...nd the chil drestraint instructions are important so if either one of these is not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer Where to Put the Restraint A booster seat about 40 to 60 Accident statistics show that children are safer if they F G is for who are are restrained in the rear rather than the frontseat We at lbs 18 to 27 kg and about four to General Motors therefore recommen...

Page 92: ...ck as it will go It s better to securethe child restraint in a rear seat Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden 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 If your child restraint has a...

Page 93: ...t have third row seats and belts orif you need to havean anchor bracket installed for the center bucket seat in the second row or for the right hand side of a 60 40bench seat you can ask your Pontiac dealer to putit infor you If you want to install an anchor bracket yourself your dealer can tell you how to do it Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint its...

Page 94: ...aint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick upthe 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 showyou how Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child sface or neck puti...

Page 95: ... belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to setthe lock 1 88 ...

Page 96: ...it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 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 89 ...

Page 97: ...e the child in thechild restraint when and as the instructions say See the earlierpart about the top strapif the child restraint has one 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch 2 Put therestraint on the seat plate and pulling it along the belt 3 Run thevehicle s safety beltthrough or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 1 90 ...

Page 98: ...wn on thechild restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you mayfind it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt directions to be sure it is secure 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for anadult or larger child passenger 1 91 ...

Page 99: ...as one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructionssay 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pull the lap belt all the way out without stopping 3 While holding it out run the belt through or around the child restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 1 92 ...

Page 100: ...to 5 To tighten the belt feed it back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use yourknee topush down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it issecure 1 93 ...

Page 101: ...ld ina rearfacing child restraint canbe seriously injured or killed if the front passenger s air bag inflates even though your vehicle has reduced force frontal air bags This is because the back of a rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflatingair bag If your vehicle is a passenger van always secure a rearmfacing child restraint ina rear seat If your vehicleis a cargo van do no...

Page 102: ...back as it will gobefore securing aforward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat 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 front of the child s face or neck putit behind the child restraint 4 Buckl...

Page 103: ...estraint You may fmd it helpfulto use your kneeto push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let itgo back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 1 96 ...

Page 104: ...the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But they need touse the safety belts properly Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown out in Children who aren t buckled up can strike other a crash people who are 1 97 ...

Page 105: ...very close to the child s faceor neck A Move the child towardthe center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is onthe child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would havethe restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides inthe Index If the childis so small that the shoulder belt is still v...

Page 106: ...sway in a crash the child might slideunder the belt The belt s force would then be applied righton the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lapportion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child sthighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash 1 99 ...

Page 107: ... in child restraint also periodically make surethe harness straps latch plates buckle clip child head restraint 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 in child restraint system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not prote...

Page 108: ...s and right front passenger s safety belt buckle assembly Besure to doso Then the new buckle assembly will be there to help protect you in a collision If safety belts or built in child restraint harness straps are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may meanyou will needto have safety belt built in child restraint or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necess...

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Page 112: ...or Option Liftgate Theft Content Theft Deterrent Option New Vehicle Break In Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK P ng Out of PARK P 2 38 2 38 2 39 2 40 2 50 2 52 2 58 2 60 2 64 2 65 2 77 2 78 2 81 2 82 2 83 2 99 Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You re Parked Lo...

Page 113: ...ith the ignition keyis dangerousfor many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make th e vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with young children 2 2 ...

Page 114: ...ey which Pontiac sends after delivery This service is not available in Canada In an emergency call Pontiac Roadside Assistance at 1 800 ROADSIDE or 1 800 762 3743 In Canada call 1 800 268 6800 NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keyinside You may even have to damage your vehic...

Page 115: ...e in a crash if the doors aren t locked Wear safety belts properly lock your doors and you will be far better off whenever you drive yourvehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key or the remote keyless entry transmitter if your vehicle has this option To unlock either front door from the outside with the key insert the key and turn it toward the fr...

Page 116: ...e is equipped with the Content Theft Deterrent system the power door lock switch will not unlock the doors until the system is disarmed See Content Theft Deterrent in the Index for more details You can lockall doors and the liftgate from the inside by pressing the rear of the power lock switch on either front door If your vehicle is equipped with the Content Theft Deterrent system the power door l...

Page 117: ...yless entry transmitter See Keyless Entry System later in this section Automatic D oorLocks All of the doors will lock automatically when you move your shift lever out of PARK P All doors willunlock automatically when the ignition is turned off while the shift lever is in PARK P You can program the Automatic Door Locks to operate with the remote keyless entry system and to lock and unlock automati...

Page 118: ...med to be off the Sliding Door Delayed Locking feature will lock your sliding door for you Three seconds after the sliding door is closed all the doors will lock If you have the dual sliding doors all doors will lock three seconds after both sliding doors are closed Lockout Deterrent The Lockout Deterrent feature makes it difficult for you to lock your keys in yourvehicle If the driver s door is o...

Page 119: ...ny interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 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 Changes or modifications to this system by...

Page 120: ...nicianfor service Operation Remote Driver s Door and All Door Unlock When you pressUNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter only the driver s door will unlock If you press UNLOCK again withinfive seconds all the doors and theliftgate will unlock If youwould like allthe doors to unlock thefirst time you press UNLOCK see Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index If yourvehicle is equipped withth...

Page 121: ...sh briefly to let you know the command was received If you wouldlike to change the way the parking lamps operate w i t h Remote Unlock Confirmation see Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index Remote Alarm When you press the horn button on the remote keyless entry transmitter your vehicle sparking lamps will flash and the horn will sound This will allow you to attract attention if needed Remote Pow...

Page 122: ...ining transmitters must also be matched Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it See your dealer to match transmitters to another vehicle Battery Replacement Under normal use the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years You can tell the battery is w...

Page 123: ... the halves 2 3 4 5 Gently prythe battery out of the transmitter Do not use the metalflanges to pop out the battery Replace the battery Reassemble the transmitter Make sure the halves are snapped together tightlyso water will notget in Check the transmitter operation If needed follow the instructions on resynchronizing your remote transmitter 2 12 ...

Page 124: ... UNLOCK buttons together and hold for at least seven seconds or until the horn sounds if equipped with Content Theft Deterrent Check the transmitter operation Switchbanks There are two sets of switchbanks located in the front of the vehicle The switches will vary with the options that are on your vehicle It is useful to become familiar with them since they are used frequently while operating the v...

Page 125: ...e vehicle pull the handle out and then pull the door toward the rear If you slidethe door all the way back the door will rest in a detent position The doormust overcome this detent when closing To move the door forward you mustfirst pull the door past the open detent position Ifyour vehicle is facing downward on a steep grade 15percent or more thedoor may not stay open and couldslam shut possibly ...

Page 126: ...g Door Option With this option you can open and close the sliding door with theswitches inside your vehicle If you have the optional remote keyless entry system you canalso operate the power sliding door with your remote transmitter See Keyless Entry System in the Index Leaving young childrenor pets unattended in your vehicle can be dangerous They could operate the power sliding door A child or ot...

Page 127: ...s or the power sliding dolor button on the remote transmitter is pressed The power sliding door override switch will also stop the door immediately while the door is opening or closing when the override feature is enabled NOTICE When your vehicle goes throughan automatic car wash be sure the power sliding door override feature is enabled Ifit isn t the power sliding door may open accidentally To o...

Page 128: ...t have to be inthe ignition To help avoid accidental operation of the sliding door disable the power sliding door by pushing the power slidingdoor override switch When the keyis in the ignition inRUN the power sliding door will only open if the transaxleis in PARK P The transaxle does not haveto be in PARK P to close the door r If you shift the transaxle out of PARK P and accelerate before the pow...

Page 129: ...r approaches the latched position You or others could be injured if caught in the path of the slidingdoor Make sure the door path is clear before closing the door To manually open the power sliding door when the power sliding door override feature is disabled pull the inside or outside handle and let go The door will open fully To manually open the power sliding door when the power sliding door ov...

Page 130: ...slide the door all the way forward to the latched position Resetting the Power Sliding Door The power sliding door may operate incorrectly or not at all because of the following conditions A low voltage or dead battery Disconnecting the battery or If the IGN 1 B U LAMP RADIO or PWR SEATPSDfuse is removed or blown See Fuse Panel in the Index for more information about your fuse panel If any ofthese...

Page 131: ...iding doors If you have the optional power sliding door you can override the security lock by pressing either power door switch whenthe power sliding door override feature is disabled See Power Sliding Door earlier in the section The security lock lever is located on the insideof the slidingdoor on the frontedge of the door To access the lever open the slidingdoor Use the security lock label on th...

Page 132: ...k will now work normally the outside Liftgate To unlock the liftgate from the outside turn the key in the cylinder to the right To lock the liftgate using the key turnthe key to the left Open the liftgate using the handle above the license plate Once slightly opened the liftgate will rise by itself Lamps in the rear of the vehicle will come on illuminating the rear cargo area see Interior Lamps in...

Page 133: ...l force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Contruls in the Index If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in somecities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal However there are ways you ...

Page 134: ...to leave your key What if you have to leave something valuable in yourvehicle Put your valuables in a storage area like your glove box 0 Lock all the doors except the driver s Content Theft Deterrent Option If your vehicle has this option it has a theft deterrent alarm system A light located on top of your instrument panel near the center of the vehicle next to the windshield will flash slowly to ...

Page 135: ...he doors while my door or the liftgate is open and the key is removed from the ignition if you would liketo turn off power lock switch arming see Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index The security light flashes quickly to let you know when the system is ready to arm with the power door lock switches The security light will stop flashing and stay on when you press the rear s f the power lock swit...

Page 136: ...ce alarms you may want to t r y turning off damage detection by programming your Content Theft Deterrent to Mode 2 If you are still having trouble with nuisance alarms you can turn off the Content Theft Deterrent system by programming your Content Theft Deterrent to Mode 3 See Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index for more information See your dealer or qualified technician for service New Vehic...

Page 137: ...d but never t r yto push start your vehicle A warning chime will sound if you open the driver s door when the ignition is off and the key is inthe ignition RUN D This is an on position towhich the switch returns afteryou start your engineand release the switch The switch stays in RUN when the engine is running But even when the engine is not running you can useRUN to operate your electrical power ...

Page 138: ...UTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only NOTICE Don t try to shift to PARK P if yoptlpPontiac IS moving If you do you could damage the transaxle Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle isstopped 1 Without pushing the accelerator pedal turn your ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key...

Page 139: ...Then hold the key in START This clears theextra gasoline from the engine When the engine starts let go of the key and the accelerator pedal If the engine still doesn t start waitanother 15seconds andrepeat this step NOTICE Your engine is designed towork with the electronics in your vehicle I f you add electrical pasts OF accessories you could change theway the engine operates Before adding electri...

Page 140: ...r fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep itaway from moving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged Ho...

Page 141: ... If you cannot shift out of PARK P easepressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into BARK PI as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish See Shifting Out of PARK P in this section 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 vehicl...

Page 142: ...d hit people or To rock your vehicle back and forth to getout of snow NEUTRAL N while your engineis racing ice or sandwithout damaging your transaxle see objects Don tshift outof PARK P or Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NEUTRAL N In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is ...

Page 143: ...IRD 3 instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D When driving on hilly winding roads When towing a trailer so there is less shifting between gears I When going down a steep hill SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and ow NOTICE Do...

Page 144: ... but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the selectorlever is put in FIRST l the transaxle won t downshift into first gear until the vehicle is going slow enough NOTICE If your front wheels can trotate don t try to drive This might happen if you were stuck in very deepsand or mud or were up against a solid object You could damage your trans...

Page 145: ...ft foot To release thetension on the parking brake cable you will need to apply about the sameamount of pressure to the parking brake pedala s youdid when you set theparking brake When you remove your foot from the parking brake pedal it will pop up to the released position NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could al...

Page 146: ...hicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move evenwhen you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pullinga trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold thebrake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake with your leftfoot Pull the lever toward you 2 35 ...

Page 147: ...if you overheatand even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to If you haveto leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehi le is in PARK P and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you ve moved the shift lever into PARK P hold the regular brake pedal down Them see if you can move the shift le...

Page 148: ... you can pull the shift lever outof PARK P Shifting Outof PARK P Your vehicle has Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSI You have to fullyapply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN As you stepon the brakepedal while in PARK P you may heara click from the solenoid of the BTSI This ensures thatthe BTSI is operating properly See Automatic Transaxle Operation ...

Page 149: ...ss and death You might have exhaust coming in if 0 Your exhaust system sounds strange Your vehicle gets rusty underneath 0 Your vehicle was damaged in a collision 0 Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris or different 0 Repairs weren t done correctly 0 Your vehicle or exhaust system had been If you ever suspect exhaustis coming into your vehicle Drive...

Page 150: ...ge with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See L4Blizzard in the Index It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leaveyour vehicle whenthe engine is running unlessyou have to I f you ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or otherscould be inj...

Page 151: ... the features that can be programmed To determine which features your vehicle is equipped with follow the steps listed for entering the programming mode Number tican Sounded Door Locks Illurnma of Chimes Automatic Delayed Exit Lighting Fer Last Door Closed Locking Lockout Deterrent X X X Jre Remote Driver s Door Unlock Control Remote Lock Content Content tion Disarming Confirma Arming Unlock Theft...

Page 152: ...n Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting With Delayed Illumination the interior lamps will stay on for about 25 seconds after all the doors and the liftgate are closed With Exiting Lighting the interior lamps will comeon and stay on for about 25 seconds whenever you remove the key from theignition To customize these features to your preference see Programmable Modes following Programmable Modes Yo...

Page 153: ...or Locks With Automatic Door Locks all doors will automatically lockwhen you shift out of PARK P and automatically unlock whenthe ignition is turned to OFF To customize these features to your preference II 2 Programmable Modes following Programmable Modes Your vehicle can be programmed to oneof the following modes Mode 1 Both Features Off Automatic door locking and unlockingis disabled You will al...

Page 154: ...ollowing the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle that matches the mode you want Last Door Closed Locking and Lockout Prevention With the Last Door Closed Locking and Lockout Prevention features your vehicle will do the following If you leave your key in the ignition and leavethe driver s door open you won t be able to lock the doors using the po...

Page 155: ...med in Mode 4 To change the mode 1 Follow the instructions for Entering Programming Mode listed previously 2 Press UNLOCK on the power door lock switch 3 Count the number of chimes you hear The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is in You can change the mode by pressing UNLOCK again 4 Repeat Step 2 until you hear the number of chimes The mode you selected is now set You can eithere...

Page 156: ... mode by pressing UNLOCK again 4 Repeat Step 2 until you hear the numberof chimes The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by followingthe instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Remote Lock and Unlock Confirmation With theRemote Lock and Unlock Confirmation feature yourvehicle can do the following that matchesthe mo...

Page 157: ...icle or operate your power sliding door if equipped your parlung lamps will flash briefly to let youknow the command has been received Mode 4 Exterior amps Flash and Horn Sound on Second LOCK Press When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to lock your vehicle your puking lamps will flash briefly to letyou know the command has been received The horn will sound briefly and your parking lamp...

Page 158: ...amage Detection Off If anyone opens a door or the liftgate while your Content Theft Deterrent system is armed an alarm will sound and your parking lamps will flash for up to two minutes Mode 3 Feature Off Your Content Theft Deterrent system is always disarmed Mode 4 Damage Detection withNorrnal Sensitivity If anyone damages or enters your vehicle while your Content Theft Deterrent system is armed ...

Page 159: ...ry transmitter To customize this feature to your preference see Programmable Modes following Programmable Modes Your vehicle can be programmed to oneof the following modes Mode 1 Power DoorLock Switch Arming Off The system will arm whenyou lock the doors with your keyor remote keyless entry transmitter The key mustbe removed from the ignition when you lock the doors or the Content Theft Deterrent ...

Page 160: ...1 Follow the instructions for Entering Programming Mode listed previously 2 Insert your second key fullyinto any door key cylinder and turn it to the unlock position This step is inconvenient but necessaryto prevent accidental programming of this feature to Mode2 Do not program this feature to Mode 2 without first reading the specialnote contained in the description for that mode The door key cyli...

Page 161: ...anual Windows Power Windows Option Use the manual crank to open and close the front windows If you have powerwindows the switches on the driver s door m e s t control the front windows when the ignition is in RUN or ACCESSORY The left switch eontrols the driver s window The right switch controls the passenger s window The driver s power window switch has two down positions Push the switch to the f...

Page 162: ...re the window in the open position To close pull the center of the latch forward and then close the latch Press the center of the latch to secure the window i ntheclosed position Power Rear Quarter Windows f 3 c overhead console C switchbank is used for C opening and closing the rear quarter windows Press the top ribbed side of the button to open the windows both windows will open The windows can ...

Page 163: ...xit and enterthe vehicle To tilt the wheel holdthe steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your TurnSignal and Lane Change Indicator Headlamp Higmow Beam Changer WindshieldWiper and Washer Control Cruise Control Option 2 52 ...

Page 164: ...t replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index If you have a trailer towing option with added wiringfor the trailer lamps the signal indicator will flash ata normal rate even if a turnsignal bulb is burned out Check the front and rear turn signal lamps regularly...

Page 165: ...ed wiper blades may prevent you fiom seeingwell enoughto drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snow fiom the wiper blades before using them If they re fiozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become damaged get new bladesor blade inserts To wash your windshield press and hold the windshield washer paddle The washers and wipers will operate When you r...

Page 166: ...th the wash symbol on it Push i nthe bottom of the button to continue the intermittent wiper cycle after the washing cycle is completed Cruise Control Option With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h When you apply your...

Page 167: ...when you don t wantto You i could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise contro l 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 theend of the lever and release it 4 Take your foot off the ac celeratorpedal Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and thenyou apply th...

Page 168: ... switch To increase your speed in very smallamounts move the switchto WA for less than half a second and then release it Each time you do this your vehicle will goabout 1mph 1 6 km h faster The accelerate feature will work whether or not you have set aninitial cruise control speed Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two waysto reduce speed while using cruise control 0 Push in the S...

Page 169: ...se applying the brake takes youout 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 cruise control Step lightly on thebrake pedal or Move the cruise switch to OFF ErasingSpeed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition your cruise control set speed memory is erased Ex...

Page 170: ...rument panel makes the DRL work so be sure it isn t covered The DRL system will make your front parkhum signallamps come on in daylight when 0 The ignition is on 0 the headlamp switch is off and 0 the parking brake is released When the DRL are on only your front parking and turn signal lamps will be on Your instrumentpanel won t be lit up When it s dark enough outside the exterior lamps will come ...

Page 171: ...omatically turns on your headlmps the fog lamps can be turned ow when the headlamps switch is in any position Your fog lamps will go off when you switch to high beams Using your high beams in fog is not recommended Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Intensity Control Turn the control locatedbelow the headlamps switch to the right to increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights and to the le...

Page 172: ...mination feature will continue to illuminate the interior for 25 seconds after all doors have been closed so that you can find your ignition and buckle your safety belt at night Delayed illumination will not occur while the ignition is in RUN or ACCESSORY After 25 seconds have passed the interior lamps will slowly fade out The lamps willfade out before the 25 seconds have passed if you 0 turn the ...

Page 173: ... and Lighting Choices in the Index Illuminated Entry With illuminated entry the interior of your vehicle is illuminated so you can seeinside before you enter your vehicle The lamps will come un for 40 seconds if you unlock your door usin gyour key or the remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped and the ignition is in LOCK or OFF After 40 seconds have passed the interior lamps will slowly fade ...

Page 174: ...ding doors there is also a reading lamp in the second row on the driver s side To turnon or off either reading lamp press the lamp lens Dome Lamp This lamp is located in the center of your vehicle and has no switch of its own It will go on each time you open the doors unless you enable the interior lamps override Cargo Lamp This lamp is located in the rear of your vehicle above the liftgate openin...

Page 175: ...r vehicle has less than 15miles 25 km on the odometer the battery saver will turnoff the lamps after only three minutes Mirrors Inside RayNight Rearview Mirror To reduce glare from lights behind you pull the lever toward you to the night position To return the mirror to the day position push the lever away from you Power Remote Control Mirrors The control on the driver s door controls both outside...

Page 176: ...t Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Storage Compartments Your vehicle s large carrying capacity can storemany items If you have the extended wheelbase version you can carry things as large as a 4 x 8 piece of plywood You can also use the floor pins that are used to attach the seats to secure larger loads This section also describes storage areas for specif...

Page 177: ...tches for the optional Power Sliding Door Power Sliding Door Enable Interior Lights Override Power QuarterWindows and the Power Sunroof The optional front overhead console has reading lamps a switchbank storagecompartments includingone fur your garage door opener and another one for your sunglasses and a Driver Information Center DIC The features of the optional overhead console are explained on t...

Page 178: ...ove the piece of self sticking Velcro 2 Peel the protective baclung from theVelcro and press it firmly to the back of yourgarage door opener 3 Line up thebutton of the garage door opener with one of the four buttons on the compartment door Make sure the garage door opener button is facing down and press the opener firmly into place 4 Once the opener is installed use the black pegs inside the compa...

Page 179: ...er operateswith the compartment door closed when you press the button Sunglasses Storage Compartment To open the sunglasses storage compartmentin the overhead console press the release button Then pull the compartment down to the full open position 2 68 ...

Page 180: ...bin To open the bin lift the latch release and the door will fold down Inside the bin you will find a tray that slides out Slide the tray all the way toward the rear of the vehicle until the tray locks onto the plastic tabs at the end of the guide rails The tray holds CDs or cassettes in the centerarea You can also store cassettes in the left side area The right side area can hold either the coinh...

Page 181: ...e seated in the slots at the back of the storage bin The dividers in the tray can be removed by squeezing the p1a stictabs on the bottom of the dividers while pulling up Replace the dividers by sliding them down until the tabs click into place To replace the tray line up the guides on the bottom of the tray with the guide rails in thestorage bin door Slide the tray back in Front Seat StorageBin Th...

Page 182: ...convenience net is designed to help keep small loads like grocery bags from falling over during sharp turns or quick stops and starts Install the convenience net at the rear of your vehicle just inside the liftgate There is a storage net that stretches between the front seats Pull the hooks towards the passenger s seat and insert them into the holes next to the cupholder To store the net lift the ...

Page 183: ...onvenience net closest to the front of the vehicle is higher thanthe side closest to the liftgate Once you ve loadeditems into the net stretch the higher side of the net up and over the top of the load to hold it firmly in place The convenience nethas a maximum capacity of 100 lbs 45kg It is not designed to hold larger heavier loads Store such loads on the floor of your vehicle as farforward as yo...

Page 184: ...age area When not in use it is recommend that you take down the convenience nets to extend their life and retain their elasticity Luggage Carrier Option If you try to carrysomething on top of your vehicle that is longeror wider than the luggage carrier like paneling plywood a mattress and so forth the wind can catch it as you drive along This can cause you to lose control What you are carrying cou...

Page 185: ...d some things on top of your vehicle as long as they are not wider or longer than the luggage carrier A NOTICE Loading cargo that weighs more than 150 lbs 68 kg on the luggage carrier may damage your vehicle When you carry cargo on the luggage carrier of a proper sizeand weight put it on the slats as far forward as you can Then slide the crossrail up against the rear of the load tohelp keep it fro...

Page 186: ...ads of various sizes After repositioning the crossrails be sure to tighten the release knobs by turning them to the right This will lock the crossrails in place Use the adjustabletiedown loops in the side rails to help securelarge loads Reposition the tiedowns by turning them tothe left then slide them along the side rail Turn the tiedowns to the right to tighten them in place Bumper strips on the...

Page 187: ... bumper strip with a flathead screw driver and cut off enough of the strip to access the tapped plates I After removing the tie downsor other equipment be sure to reinstall the the piece of bumper strip that was cut 2 76 ...

Page 188: ...nall the way andlet go When it s ready it will pop back by itself SideAshtrays I NOTICE Don t holda cigarette lighterin with your hand while it is heating If you do it won t be ableto back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overheat damaging the lighter and the heating element To open the ashtray press the left side and turnit open To remove the ashtray for cleaning pre...

Page 189: ...t you can inflate things like air mattresses and basketballs and you can also use it to bring your tires up to the proper pressure The air inflator is located in the rear compartment on the driver s side To remove the cover pull the tab on the cover and pull it off The air inflator kit is stored in the glove box or in the rear saddlebag if your vehicle has this option It includes a 20 foot 6 m hos...

Page 190: ... system does not turn on the fuse may be blown or installed incorrectly See Fuses andCircuit Breakers in the Index or seeyour dealer for service Your air inflator will automatically shut off after about 10minutes To reset press the ON switch again Don t run your air inflator for longer than 30 minutes at one time If you do you may damage the system After 30 minutes wait at least 10minutes before r...

Page 191: ...o etc Follow the proper installation instructions that are included with anyelectrical equipment you install When not in use always cover the rear outlet withthe protective cap To replace the cover on the rear outlet line up the tabs at the back of the cover and put the cover in place Push down the tab to secure the cover I NOTICE Whenusingtheaccessorypoweroutlets Maximum load of any electricalequ...

Page 192: ... automatically open the sunroof to the full open position The open cycle can be stopped anywhere in its travel by quickly pressing the ribbed side of the rocker button a third time To fully close the sunroof press and hold the symbol side of the rocker button until the sunroof slides back to a closed position The sunroof can be stopped in a partially closed position by releasing the symbol side of...

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Page 194: ...s listed below A Side Vents M Ignition Switch B Front Vent N Steering Wheel Touch Controls Option C Turn Signal Multifunction Lever D Hazard Warning Flashers Switch E InstrumentCluster E CenterVents G Audio System H Side Vents I Lamps Switch J Hood Release K Steering Wheel Touch Controls Option L Horn 0 Climate Controls P RearFan Controls Q Accessory Power Outlet R Storage Bin S Remote CD Player O...

Page 195: ...Instrument Panel Cluster Your cluster includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages 2 84 ...

Page 196: ...bly tried to turn it back so the numbers may not be true You may wonder whathappens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can beset to the mileage total of the old odometer then that will be done If it can t then it s 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 0 The trip odometer...

Page 197: ...ensive repair or replacement Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the enginejust to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this sect...

Page 198: ...will also come on and stay on for about 70 seconds If the driver sbelt is already buckled neither the chime nor thelight will come on Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the words AIR BAG The system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the a...

Page 199: ...arging system Itcould indicate that you have problemswith a generator drive belt or another electricalproblem Have it checked right away Driving whilethis light is on could drainyour battery Tfyou mustdrive a shortdistance with the light on be certain toturn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Brake System Warning Light When theignition is on the brake system warning lig...

Page 200: ...em warning light isflashing have the vehicle towed for service See Anti Lock Brake SystemWarning Light and Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Your brake system maynot be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident I f the light isstill on or if the anti lock brake system warning light is flashing after you ve pulled ...

Page 201: ...nger than normal after you ve started your engine turn the ignition off Or ifthe light comes on and 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 light still stays on or comes on again while you re driving your vehicle needs service If the light is on but not flashing and the regular brake system warning light...

Page 202: ... time when the system is turned ow your vehicle needs service Low Traction Light Option If your vehicle has the traction control system LOW there will be a LOW TRACTION lighton the TRACTION instrument panel When your anti lock system is adjusting brake pressure to help avoid a brakingskid or when your traction control systemis limiting wheel spin the LOW TRACTION light will come on Slippery road c...

Page 203: ... and turn off the engine as soon aspossible In Problems on the Road this manual shows what to do See Engine Overheating inthe Index Engine Temperature Warning Light This light will come on when yourengine gets too hot If this light comes on it means thatyour engine coolant has overheated Ifyou have been operatingyour vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your ve...

Page 204: ...ssion control systems This system is calledOBD I I On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissionsare at acceptable levelsfor the lifeof the vehicle helping to producea cleaner environment The SERVICEENGINEi SOON light comes on and a chime will sound to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before...

Page 205: ...ce may be required Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction hasbeen detected on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required If the LightIs Flashing The following mayprevent more seriousdamage to your vehicle Reducingvehiclespeed Avoidinghardaccelerations Avoidingsteep uphill grades If you are towing a trailer reduce the amount of cargo beingh...

Page 206: ...r are sucked into the fuel linecausing a misfire The system can detect this Adding fuel should correct this condition Make sure to install the fuel cap properly It will takea few driving trips to turn the light off If so be sureto fuel your vehicle with quality fuel see Fuel in the Index Poor fuel quality will causeyour engine not to run as efficiently as designed You may notice thisas stalling af...

Page 207: ...sure I NOTICE Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty Low Oil LevelLight OIL LEVEL Don t keep driving if the oil pressure is low If United States you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or otherscould be burned Check your oil as soon as oossible and have vour vehicle serviced L M L Canadian If this light comes on it ...

Page 208: ...saxle out of PARK P while the power sliding door is open or in the process of closing and the power sliding door overridefeatureis disabled a buzzer will sound This is a warning that the power sliding door is not completely closed If you shift the transaxle out of PARK P and accelerate before the power sliding door latches closed the door may reverse to the open position A child or others could fa...

Page 209: ... 0 It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tankwas half full butit actually tooka little more or less than halfthe tank s capacity tofill the tank The gagemoves a little when you turn a corner brake or speed up The gagedoesn t go back to EMPTY E when you turn offthe ignition Low Fuel Warning Light When there is between 4 ga...

Page 210: ... button after the lastTrip Computer display to return the DIC to the OFF mode Off No driver information is displayed in this mode of operation TemperaturdCompassMode One of eight compass readings and the outside temperatureare displayed If the temperature is below 38 F 3 C the temperature reading will toggle between displaying the outside temperature and the word ICE fortwo minutes Compass Varianc...

Page 211: ... new the calibrationprocess may not be complete In these cases the calibration symbol C will be displayed where the compass reading is normally displayed To calibrate the compass in anarea free fromlarge metal objects make three 360 turns The calibration symbol will turn off and the compass reading will be displayed Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic and the calibration symb...

Page 212: ...nt second of driving 0 0 0 Trip Range RANGE This shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the remaining fuel The fueleconomy used to calculate rangeisbased on the last few hours of driving Trip Fuel Used FUELUSED This shows the accumulated fuel used since the last reset Average Spleed AVG SPEED This shows the average speed since the last reset Resetting theTrip Computer Press andhold...

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Page 216: ...ck for All Systems Except AM FMStereo AM FM Stereo AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equipped AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Equalizer If Equipped 3 19 3 21 3 24 3 26 3 27 3 30 3 31 3 31 3 32 3 33 3 33 3 33 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player If Equipped AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Equalizer If Equipped Rear Seat Audio If Equipped Remote Compact Disc Player If E...

Page 217: ...e temperature of the air coming through the system Turn it to the left toward the blue area for cooler air Turnit to the right toward the red area for warmer air Mode Knob This knob selects the direction of where the air will enter the vehicle J UPPER This setting directs outside air through the instrument panel outlets BI LEV This setting directs outside air into your vehicle in two ways Cooler a...

Page 218: ...tting isselected the system will automatically go to OUTSIDE AIR mode Air Conditioning On very hot days your vehicle will cool down more quickly and eclonomically if YOU open the windows long enough to lethot inside air escape For all settings adjust the temperature control knob and fan speed as desired To get maximum cooling or a quick cool down on very hot days press the A C and RECIRC buttons t...

Page 219: ... provide heat more quickly because the engine coolant is already warmed See Engine Coolant Heater in the Index To rapidly defrost the windshield turn the temperature control knob all the way to the right to the red area and turn the mode knob to DEFROST Adjust the fan to the highest speed To keep the windshield clear and bring in heated air through the heater ducts turn the mode knob to DEFOG When...

Page 220: ...ogger will operate for about five minutes You can also turn the defogger off by turning off the ignition or pressing the switch again Do not attach a temporary vehicle license across the defogger grid on the rear window NOTICE Don t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the insideof the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs wouldn tbe coveredby your ...

Page 221: ...A C button the light will glow on the main climate controls If you do not select A C air directed to the rear of the vehicle will becabin temperature Rear Fan Control This option comes with the rear climate controls Please keep the area around the base of the center instrument panel console and the area between and under the front seats free of objects that would obstruct airflow to the rear of th...

Page 222: ...e blue area for cooler air or tothe right to the red area for warmer air To maintain a comfortable temperature in the rear use either rear fan control to adjust the force of air coming through the rear outlets Select the desired climate control mode using the directional controls on the instrument panel see Mode Knob earlier in the section The mode you choose will regulate both the front and r e a...

Page 223: ...so direct airflow from side to side The air flow through the vents can be shut off completely by turning the thumb wheel next to each outlet all the way down You can also stop outside air from entering by turning the fan to OFF and pushing the RECIRC button To maximize airflowthrough the rear heater outlet place the left bucket seat inthe second row in the forward position see Adjusting Rear Seats...

Page 224: ...takes to warm the vehicle Audio Systems Your Delco Electronics audio systemhas been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure You will get the mostenjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself withit first Find out what your Delco Electronics system can do and how to operate all its controls to besure you re getting themost out of the advanced engineering that went into it Set...

Page 225: ...s your selection TUNE Turn the lower knob to choose radio stations SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there PUSHBUTTONS The four numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 14 stations sevenAM and seven FM Just 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select the band 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press SET SET will a...

Page 226: ...lide the lever up or down to increase or decrease treble If a station is we noisy you may wantto decrease the treble Adjusting the Speakers BALANCE T u r n the control behind the upper knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Turn the control behind the lower h o b to move the sound to the front orrear speakers The middle...

Page 227: ...uttons until SET appears on the display Whenever you press that numbered button the station you set will return Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting theTone BASS Slide the lever to the right or left to increase or decreasebass TREBLE Slide the lever to the right or left to increase or decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Adjustingthe Speakers BA...

Page 228: ...hould not be used in the player Try a new tapeto make sure your player is working properly 0 Ell The tape is broken Try a new tape If any error occurs repeatedlyor if an error can t be corrected please contact your dealer If your radio displays an error number writeit down and provide it to your dealer whenreporting the problem PREV 1 Press this buttonor the SEEK down arrow to search for the previ...

Page 229: ... during FWD operation by usingSEEK or TUNE AM FM Press this buttonto play the radio when a tape is in the player TAPEPLAY Press this button to change to the tape function when theradio is on Thetape symbol with an arrow will appear on the display when the tape is active To returnto playing the radio pressthe AM FM button EJECT Press this button to remove the tape The radio will play EJECT may be a...

Page 230: ...sh for two seconds indicating the feature is active 4 Insert the adapter It will power upthe radio and begin playing This override routine will remain activ euntil EJECT is pressed AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Equalizer If Equipped Playing the Radio POWER VOL Push this knob to turn the system on and off To increase volume turn the knob to the right Turn it to the left to decrease vol...

Page 231: ... up to boost or down to reduce frequency range 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 Turn it to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middIe position balances the sound between the speakers Push these knobs back into their sto...

Page 232: ...ation Press PREV or the SEEK down arrow to stop searching The sound will mute during PREV or SEEK oper ation NEXT 2 Press this button orthe SEEK up arrow to search for the next selection on the tape If you hold the button the player will continue moving forwardbough the tape Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for NEXT or SEEK to work The tape direction arr...

Page 233: ...rst CLN If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes butyou 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 After youclean the player press and hold EJECT for fiveseconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset CD...

Page 234: ...TUNE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to choose radio stations Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations sixAM six FM1 and six FMZ Just 1 2 3 4 5 Turn the radi...

Page 235: ...ou want to insert a disc when the ignition is off first press EJECT The integral CD player can playthe smaller 8 cm single discs Full size compact discs and the smaller discs are loaded in the same manner If you re driving on a very rough road or if it s veryhot 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 0 The disc is upsid...

Page 236: ...track starts to play the track number will also appear Press RECALL a third time and thetime of day will bedisplayed AM FM Press this button to play theradio when a disc is playing The disc will stop but remain in the player CDPLAY Press this button to change to the disc function when the radio is on EJECT Press this button to remove the disc or stop the disc and switch to the radio EJECT will wor...

Page 237: ... 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 T u r nit to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound b etweenthe speakers FADE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position balances the sound be...

Page 238: ...s RDM again to turn off random play REV 5 Press and hold this button to quickly reverse within a track Release it toplay the passage You will hear sound at a reduced volume The display will show elapsed time FWD 6 Press and hold this button to quickly advance within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume The display will show elapsed time RECALL Press this button to see what track is curr...

Page 239: ...his knob twice to turn the rear seat audio system on or off ON or OFF will be displayed for fiveseconds The rear speakers will be muted when the power is turned on You may operate the rear seat audio functions when the primary radio power is off ifthe ignition is on The following functions are controlled by the rear seat audio system buttons PWR Press this button to turn the rear seat audio system...

Page 240: ...ith the AM FM Stereo with Compact DiscPlayer and Equalizer or the Remote CompactDisc Player while listening to a compact disc press the uparrow to hear the next selection on the compact disc Press the down arrow to go back to the previous selection The number of the current track selection will appear on thedisplay for five seconds The SEEK button is inactive if the CD mode on the front radio is i...

Page 241: ...ng To remove the disc press the EJECT button and remove the disc from the player All of the compact disc functions are controlled by the radio buttons except for EJECT When a disc is in the player a CD symbol will appear on the display When a disc is playing the letters CD will appear next to the CD symbol in the bottom left corner The track number will also be displayed If the disc comes back out...

Page 242: ...ack is currently playing Press RECALL again within five seconds to see how long the track has been playing When a new track starts to play the track number will also appear Press RECALL a third time and the time of day will be displayed TAPE PLAY With a disc loaded in the player and the radio playing press this button once to play the compact disc To return to playing the radio press AM FM If both...

Page 243: ...e radio off 4 Press the 1 and 4 buttons together Hold them down until shows on the display Next you will use the secret code number which you have written down 5 Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display 6 Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree 7 Press HR to make the first one ortwo digits agree with your code with your code code matches the secret code you have written down The disp...

Page 244: ...st one or two digits agree code matches the secret code YOU have written down 7 Press AM FM afteryou have confirmed that the The display will show SEC indicating the radio is now operable and secure code matches the secret code you have written down The display will show indicating that the radio is If you enter the wrong code eight times INOP will no longer secured appear on the display You will ...

Page 245: ...dio button to turn on the sound SEEK Press the up arrow to tune to the next radio station and the down mow 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 play a station you have programmed on the radio preset buttons W...

Page 246: ... loud and harmfulto your hearing Take precautions by adjusting thevolume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearingloss or damage Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before youadd any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile telephone or...

Page 247: ... abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head asthe hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is availablethrough your dealership GM Bast No 12344789 When using ascrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette it is normal for the cassette to eject because your unit is equipped with a cut tape detection feature and a cleaning cassette may appear as abrok...

Page 248: ...ean it wiping from the center to the edge B e sure never to touch the signal surfacewhen handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the holeand the outer edge Care of Your Compact DiscPlayer The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Integrated WindshieldAntenna...

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Page 252: ... 4 3 4 6 4 6 4 11 4 13 4 13 4 15 4 16 Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Off Road Recovery Passing Loss of Control Driving at Night 4 17 4 20 4 21 4 22 4 22 4 23 4 25 4 29 4 32 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads City Driving Freeway Driving Before Leaving on a Long Trip Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Winter Driving Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer ...

Page 253: ...entable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver inboth city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts fiom the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call rea...

Page 254: ...lcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasonsfor these laws The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what ifpeople do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the problem The B...

Page 255: ...ther countries it s even lower The BAC limit forall commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04percent The BAC will be over 0 10percent after three tosix 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 256: ...hol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had notbeen drinking Drinking and then arwing is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment ...

Page 257: ... your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 314 of a second But that s only an average It might be lesswith one driver and aslong as two or three seconds or more with another Age physicalcondition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 kmh travels 66 feet 20 m Th...

Page 258: ... power brake assist But you willuse it when you brake 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 you begin to drive away your anti lock brake system will check its...

Page 259: ...is about tostop rolling the computer will separately workthe brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and con...

Page 260: ...braking skid See Low Traction Light in the Index Traction Control System If Equipped Your vehicle may have a traction control system that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning 0 1 beginning to lose traction When this happens the system works the front brakes and reduces engine ...

Page 261: ...uld turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle in the Index I To t u r nthe system off press c the TCS symbol on the C bottom of the button in the C center console switchbank ll IThe indicator light on the traction control button will If the system is limiting wheel spin when you press the button the indicator light will go off but the syst...

Page 262: ... angle at which the curve is banked and your speed Whileyou rein a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you re steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places You can lose control What should you do if thi...

Page 263: ...y your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as muchspeed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the spaceavailable An emergencylike this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding thesteering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it afull 180degr...

Page 264: ...er Not necessarily Passing another vehicleon a two lane highway is a potentiallydangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrenderto 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 aresome tips fo...

Page 265: ... are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pullout 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 far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its fr...

Page 266: ...kid are best handledby easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steerthe way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second slud ifit occurs Of course tractionis reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For s...

Page 267: ...headlamps can light up only so much road ahead 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 thedaytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at leasttwice as muchlight to seethe same thing at nightas a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect yo...

Page 268: ...t repeatedly Remember that your headlamps lightup farless of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keepyour eyes moving that way it s easierto pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should youreyes be examined regularly Some drivers sufferfrom night blindness the inability to see in dim light and aren t evenaware of it Driving in Rai...

Page 269: ... showsigns of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when stripsof rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water mayaffect your brakes Try tc avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them Wet b I cancauseaccidents Theywon t work as well in a quick stop and ...

Page 270: ...gusually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of ...

Page 271: ... city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the cityjust as youwould for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green andjust before you start to move c...

Page 272: ... the gap at closeto the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glanceover 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 prevailingrate if it s slower Stay in the rightlane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Thenuse your turn signal J...

Page 273: ... windows cleaninside and outside WiperBlades Are they in good shape 0 Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have YOU checked all levels Lamps Are they all working Are the lenses clean I Tires They are vitally important to a safe trouble free trip Is the tread goodenough for long distance driving Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure WeatherForecasts What s the weather outlook along your ro...

Page 274: ... the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest service or parking area and take a nap get some exercis e or both For safety treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency Hill and MountainRoads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain 4 23 ...

Page 275: ...car or an accident You may see highway signs on mountains thatwarn of special problems Examples are long grades passing or no passing zones a falling rocks area or winding roads Be alert to these and take appropriate action I Coasting downkillin NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowingdown They could getso hot that they wouldn t work well ...

Page 276: ...ush or broom a supply of windshield washerfluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags tohelp provide traction Be sure you properly securethese items in your vehicle your vehicle 4 25 ...

Page 277: ...s about freezing 32 F 0 C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt andsand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution If you have traction control keep the system on It will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road Even though your vehicle has a traction control system you ll wan...

Page 278: ...un can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface ofa curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake beforeyou are on it Try not to brake while you re actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be i...

Page 279: ... engine to keep warm but b ecareful A Snow cantrap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadlyCO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcomeyou and kill you You can t see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especiallyany that is blocking your exhaustpipe And check around again from time to time to be sur...

Page 280: ...n and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold Butdo it as little as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm youcan get out of the vehicle anddo some fairly vigorous exercises every halfhour or so until help comes Loading Your Vehicle COLD TIRE PRESSURE SEE N E R S MANUAL FORADDITIONAL INFORMATION 1 I The Certificatioflirelabel isfound on the rear e...

Page 281: ...WeightRating GAWR for either the front or rear axle 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 change the way your vehicle handles Thesecould causeyou to lose control Also overloading can shorten the life Q your vehicle NOTICE Your warrantydoesnot cover partsor components that fail becauseof overlo...

Page 282: ...ntrol the rear of the vehicle is automaticallykept level as youload or unload your vehicle However you should still not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR You may hear the compressor operating when youload or unload your vehicle and periodically as thesystem self adjusts This isnormal The compressor should operate for brief periods of time If the sound continues for an extendedperiod of time your vehicle...

Page 283: ...ly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty TO pull atrailer correctly follow the advice in this part and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle Your vehicle can tow a trailer To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears ...

Page 284: ...t also whereyou ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial police Consider using a sway controlif your trailer will weigh 2 000 lbs 900kg or less You should always use a sway control if your trailer will weigh momre than 2 000 lbs 900kg You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls 0 0 a Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 800k m your newvehicle ...

Page 285: ... that you have on your vehicle You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at Pontiac GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 436008 Pontiac MI 48343 6008 General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 1908Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure b...

Page 286: ...el at the rear edge of the driver s door or see Tire Loading in the Index Then besure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Here are some rules to follow The bumpers on your vehicle are no...

Page 287: ...the hitch Instructions about safetychains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer Follow the manufacturer srecommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper Always leavejust enough slack so you can turn with your rig And never allow safety chains to drag on the ground TrailerBrakes If your trailer weighs more than 1 000lbs 450kg loaded...

Page 288: ... Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself withthe feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer Andalways keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check the trailer hitch and platform and attachments safety chains electrical...

Page 289: ...gvery sharpturns while trailering When you re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky orsudden maneuvers Signal well in advance Thrn Signals When Towing a Trailer When YOU tow a trailer your vehicle has tohave extra wiring The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you s...

Page 290: ...need to a lower gear This will minimize heat build up and extend the life of your transaxle Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here s how to do it 1 Apply your regular ...

Page 291: ...hen Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more oftenwhen you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Scheduleformore on this Things that are especially important in trailer operati onare automatictransaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil belts cooling system and brake adjustment Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find themquickly If you re trailering it s ...

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Page 294: ...occur on the road 5 2 5 2 5 3 5 7 5 12 Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating 5 22 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 22 Air Inflator Option 5 23 Changing a Flat Tire 5 32 Compact Spare Tire 5 33 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 1 ...

Page 295: ...umn Press the button in toturn on your flashers Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers push the button down and it will pop back up by itself When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of the road ab...

Page 296: ...on t follow these steps exactly some or all of these thingscan hurt you burn you NOTICE Ignoringthese steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty Trying tostart your vehicleby pushing or pulling it won t work and it could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system NOTICE If the other s...

Page 297: ... batteries In addition it could save your radio 4 Open the hoods and locatethe batteries Find the positive and negative terminals on each battery An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan Your vehicle has a remote positive jump starting terminal The terminal is under a tethered cap at the f...

Page 298: ... explosive gas could be present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Don t getit on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on yourskin flush the place with water and get medicalhelp immediately Fans or othermoving engineparts can injure you badly Keepyour hands away from moving parts once the engine isrunning 5 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle...

Page 299: ... dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electric al connection is just as good there but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 9 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 10 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it 11 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent won t start after a few tries it probably needs servi...

Page 300: ...arning flashers When you call tell the towing service 0 That your vehicle has front wheel drive That your vehicle cannot be towed from the front or The make model and year of your vehicle Whether you can still move the shift lever If there was an accident what was damaged rear with sling type equipment 1 A CAUTION Never let passengers ride in a vehiclethat is being towed Never towfaster than safe ...

Page 301: ...s NOTICE I If you are using car carrier equipment you must pull the Electronic LevelControl ELC fuse in the instrument panel fuse block before securing the vehicle Damage to the shocks or leveling systemmay occur if the Electronic LevelControl ELC fuse is not disabled When your vehicle is being towed have the ignition key in OFF The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight ahead position wit...

Page 302: ... This will damage the transaxle If the vehicle must be towed on the frontwheels it cannot be towed more than a total of 500 miles 800 km for the lifetime of the vehicle Front Towing Tow Limits 55 mph 90km h 500 miles 800km Attach T hook chainsin the front of the wheels into the front shipping brackets on the frame both sides Insert the hook from the inward side of the slot not the outward side I N...

Page 303: ...equired for car carrier equipment Use safety chainsand wheel straps Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle Damagecan occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment To help avoid damage install a towing dollyand raise the vehicleuntil adequate clearance is obtainedbetween the ground and or wheel li t equipment 5 10 ...

Page 304: ...carrier equipment Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment Use safety chains and wheel straps Towing a vehicle overrough surfacescould damage a vehicle Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment To help avoid damage install a towing dolly and raise the vehicle until adequate clearance is obtained between the ground andlor wheel lift equipment ...

Page 305: ...age In this mode you willnotice a significant lossin power and engine performance The low coolant light may come on and the temperaturegage will indicate an overheat condition exists This emergency operating mode allows yourvehicle to be driven to a safe glace in an emergency Towinga trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided NOTICE After driving in the overheated engine protection ...

Page 306: ...oming from it Just turn itoff and get everyone away from the vehicle untilit cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids init can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine iscool 5 13 ...

Page 307: ...ur heater to fullhot at the highest fan speed and openthe window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highestgear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10minutes If the warning doesn t comeback on you can drive normally If the warning continues pul...

Page 308: ...he engine is not running and can injureyou Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down A Radiator Pressure Cap B Electric Engine Fans C Coolant Recovery Tank 5 15 ...

Page 309: ...p or somewhere else in the cooling system Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be veryhot D on t touch them If you do youcanbe burned Don t run the engineif there is a leak If you run the engine it couldlose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle 5 16 ...

Page 310: ...olant at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information A CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixturewill Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot b...

Page 311: ...engine parts Coolant containsethylene glycol and it willburn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant ona hot engine I A CAUTION Steam and scalding liquidsfrom a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can comeout at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radia...

Page 312: ... system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot T u r nthe pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 5 19 ...

Page 313: ...ut now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap 3 Fill the radiator with the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture up to the baseof the fillerneck See Engine Coolant in the Indexfor more information about the proper coolant mixture 5 20 ...

Page 314: ...tor filler neckmay be lower If the level is lower add more ofthe proper DEX COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 6 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure ifcoolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Besure the arrows on the pressure cap lineup like this 5 21 ...

Page 315: ... If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leakout slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what todo If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tiresafely Air Inflator Option Your vehicle may have an air inflator used to bring tires up to the proper pressure See Accessory Inflator System in t...

Page 316: ... be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent thevehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine To be evenmore certain the vehicle won t move you can put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would bethe tire on the other side of the vehicle at theopposite end The f...

Page 317: ...r s side I JACK TOOL STORAGE Remove the side convenience nets Open thejack storage compartment b m y lifting up the tab and pulling the cover off Remove thejack andjacking tools by loosening the wing nut and bracket Separate the plastic pouch from the jack and remove the jacking tools folding wrench and shaft from the pouch 5 24 ...

Page 318: ...ehicle ahead of the rear bumper Insert the narrow end of the shaft into thehole above the rear bumper Then attach the folding wrench to the shaft Rotate the folding wrench to the left to lower the compact spare tire until it canbe pulled from under the vehicle Slide the cable retainer through the center of the spare then place the compact spare tire near the flat tire ...

Page 319: ...the folding wrench to pry the large center cap off Then with the otherend of the wrench loosen the nuts 2 If your vehicle has the plastic bolt on wheel covers you cannot separate the nylon wheel nut caps from the cover Loosen them completely using the folding wrench andremove the wheel cover If the wheel nut caps have been completely loosened the wheel cover will come off easily 5 26 ...

Page 320: ...ff the lug nut for each turn 4 Neareachwheel there is a notch in the vehicle s body Position thejack and raise thejack head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle s frame nearest the flat tire NOTICE Do not place the jack under the rear axle control arms Only use the areas shown for properjack location Do not raise the vehicle yet Put the compact sparetire near you 5 27 ...

Page 321: ... vehicleand even make the vehiclefall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 5 Attach the folding wrench to thejack and rotate the wrench to the right to raise the jack head a few inches 6 Raise the vehicle by rotating the folding wrench to the right in the jack Raise the vehicle far enough off the grou...

Page 322: ... wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to dothis but be sure to use a scraper orwire brush later if you need to to getall the rust or dirt off I cause an accident When you change a wheel 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 9 Install the spare tire and replace t...

Page 323: ...s sequence as shown Incorrect wheelnuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even clome off This couldlead toan accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts Ifyou have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon asyou can and have the nuts tightenedwith a torque wrench to100lb ft 140 Nom 5 30 ...

Page 324: ...ent in the passenger compartmentof the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stopor collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Lay the tirenear the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem down Remove the small center cap by tapping the back of the cap with the extension of the shaft Slide the cable retainer through thecenter of the wheel and start to raise ...

Page 325: ...nter cap Tightenthem hand tight over the wheel nuts usingthe folding wrench Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle wasnew it can lose air after a time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 60 psi 420Ea After installingthe compact spare onyour vehicle you should stopas soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated...

Page 326: ... don t want to do when your vehicle is stuckis to spin yourwheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you restuck but you must usecaution NOTICE Tire chainswon t fit your compact spare Using them candamageyour vehicle and can damage the chains too Don t use tire chains on your compact spare If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or otherscould ...

Page 327: ...and right That will clear the area aroundyour front wheels If your vehicle has traction control you should turn your traction control system off See Traction Control System in the Index Then shiftback and forth between REVERSE R and aforward gear spinningthe wheels as little as possible Releasethe accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxleis in ...

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Page 330: ...Oil Air Cleaner Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement Automatic Transaxle Fluid Engine Coolant Radiator Pressure Cap Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle Underbody Maintenance Chemical Paint Spotting Appearance Care Materials Chart Vehicle Iden...

Page 331: ...ant to dosome of your own service work you ll want to use the proper Pontiac Service Manual It tells you muchmore about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle hasan air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index You should ...

Page 332: ...d gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher At a minimum it should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the United Statesand CGSB 3 5 M93 in Canada Improved gasoline specifications have been developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association AAMA for better vehicle performance and engine protection Gasolines meeting the AAMA specification could provide improved driveability and emission contr...

Page 333: ...on operator whether or not his fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recornmend the use of such gasolines Iffuels containing MMT are used spark pluglife may be reducedand your emission control system performancemay be affected The malfunction indicator lamp onyour instrument panel may turnon If this occurs return to your authorized Pontiac dealerfor service To provide cleaner air all gasolines...

Page 334: ...e country where you ll be driving You can also write us atthe following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation 1908Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Filling YourTank When thefuel door is opened on a vehicle with dual sliding doors the driver s side sliding door will only open partway...

Page 335: ...ou get gasolineon yourself and then something ignitesit you could be badly burned Gasoline c an spray out on you if youopen the fuel fillercap too quickly Thisspray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait orany hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap allthe way Be careful not to spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted sur...

Page 336: ... fuel tank and emissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container Never fill aportable fuel container while it isin your vehicle Staticelectricity dischargefrom the container can ignitethe gasoline vapor You can be badlyburned and your vehicle damagedif this occurs To help avoidinjury to youand others Dispense gasoline onlyinto approved co...

Page 337: ...od electric fan Things that burncan get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquidslike gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could beburned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood first pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle ...

Page 338: ... propinto the slot in the underside of the hood Then go to the front of the vehicleand push up on the underhood release Lift the hood The hood prop may be hotdue to increasedengine temperatures under the hood sobe careful when handling it Use your hood prop sleeve when handling the hood prop 6 9 ...

Page 339: ...nter 3 Remote Positive Battery Terminal C Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir D Radiator Pressure Cap E Power Steering Fluid Reservoir F Engine Oil Fill Location G Engine Oil Dipstick H Transaxle Fluid Dipstick I Brake Master Cylinder J Air Cleaner K Engine Coolant Reservoir 6 10 ...

Page 340: ... your engine oil level right away It s a good idea tocheck your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick is located at thefront of For more information see Low Oil Level Light in the Index You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder the engine compkment ...

Page 341: ...ind This part explainswhat kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your enginehas so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that showsthe proper operating range your enginecould be damaged The engine oil fillcap is located just behind the engine oil dipstick Be sure to fill it enough to put the...

Page 342: ...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 proper viscosity oil for your vehicle asshown in the following chart RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLDSTARTING SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THEEXPECTE...

Page 343: ...for your engine at extremely low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anythng to your oil Your dealer is ready to advise if youthink something should be added When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you use the short tripkity maintenance schedule 0 Mos ttrips are less than 5 to 10miles 8 to 14k r n This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing...

Page 344: ...ly throw away clothingor rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Air Cleaner Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you The air cleaner is located at the front of the engine change your own Oil be Sure to drain all free flowing Oil compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle under from the filter before disposal Do...

Page 345: ...ackfires I f it isn t there and the engine backfires you could beburned Don t drive with it off and be carefulworking onthe engine with the air cleaner off If the air cleaner isoff a backfire can causea damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner in place when you re driving Passenger CompartmentAir Filter Replacement Passenger com...

Page 346: ...The access panel for theair filter is inthe back of the glove box 1 Pull the tab up andout on the outer access panel access panel 6 17 ...

Page 347: ... access panel into the back of the Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluidand filter every 50 000miles 83 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher e ...

Page 348: ... When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C At high speed for quite a while 0 In heavy traffic especially in hot weather While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180O F to 200O F 82 C to 93 C Get the vehicle warrned up by driving about 15miles 24km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it s colder than 50 F lO C you...

Page 349: ...ght red loop design oreasy identification Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel Push it back in all theway wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluidlevel must bein the cross hatched area 4 If the fluid levelis in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way 6 20 ...

Page 350: ... stem in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOL8engine coolant This coolant is designed dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level DEX COOL extended life coolant It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5L Don t overfill NOTICE We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON 111 because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transaxle Damage caused by fluid ot...

Page 351: ... to Use Use a mixture of one half clean water preferably distilled and one half DEX COOL coolant which won t damage aluminum parts If you use this mixture you don t needto add anything else A CAUTION g p s I 3 i i 5 2 x1 Adding onlyplain water to your cooling system 1 can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol canbsoil before the proper coolantmixture will Your vehicle s coolan...

Page 352: ...r times a year have your dealer check your cooling system I NOTICE I If you use the proper coolant you don t have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve thesystem Thesecan be harmful Checking Coolant The engine coolant reservoir is located on the driver s side of the vehicle above the air cleaner When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at FULL COLD or a little hig...

Page 353: ... little I when the engineand radiator are hot Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank but becareful not tospill it You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts arehot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine 1 RadiatorPressure Cap NOTICE Your radiator cap is a 15psi 105Wa pressure type cap and must be tightly in...

Page 354: ...ring Fluid When the engine compartment is cool wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with aclean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Thenremove the cap againand lo okat the fluid level on the dipstick When the engine compartment is hot the level should be at the H mark When it s cold the level should be at the C mark If the fluid is at...

Page 355: ...ed WASHER FLUID ONLY Add washer fluid until the tank is full NOTICE e e e When usingconcentrated washer fluid followthe manufacturer s instructions for adding water Don t mixwater with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solutionto freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t cleanas well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only...

Page 356: ...em fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t agood idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when yourlinings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when youget new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system If ...

Page 357: ...With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brakefluid NOTICE Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil suchas engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ll haveto be replaced Don ...

Page 358: ...ued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel nutsin the proper sequence to GM specifications Your rear drum brakes don t have wear indicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected immediately Also the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time t...

Page 359: ...xpect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Every newPontiac has an ACDelco Freedom battery You never have to add water to one of these When it s time for a new battery we recommend anACDelco Freedom battery Get one that has the replacement number shownon the original battery s label Vehiclle Storage If you re not goingto drive your vehicle for ...

Page 360: ...as to escape from the bulb To minimize nitrogen gas from escaping within the headlamp the headlamp must be placed on a flat surface with the lens facing down when removing the bulb Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burstif you drop or scratch the bulb You or others couldbe injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package 11 Ope ne hood 2 Remove the front park...

Page 361: ...f the 4 Unscrew the black retainer ring that holds the bulb headlamp assembly assembly in place 5 Pull the bulb assembly straightup from the lamp housing 6 Unhook the electrical connector by lifting up the blue tabs and pulling the bulb out 6 32 ...

Page 362: ...lectrical connector Push the bulb firmly enough so that the blue tabshook over the tab on the bulb 8 Carefully put the bulb assembly back into the lamp housing and tighten the black retainer ring in place Be careful not to damage the bulbon the headlamp aiming bar 6 33 ...

Page 363: ... lining up the tabs at the back of the assembly with the holes in the fender 12 Tighten the bolt connecting the parking turn signal lamp assembly Be sure the tab from the parking turn signal lamp assembly is inboard of the tab from the headlamp assembly 2 Remove the thumb screw attaching the parkinglturn signal lamp assembly to the headlamp assembly 3 Pull the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly away ...

Page 364: ...and insert the tabs on the back of the assembly with the slots in the fender Engage the lower clip onthe front of the lamp assembly keeping the upper tab on the parking turn signal lamp assembly inboard of the headlamp bracket tab 8 To align the parking turn signal lamp assembly with the headlamp assembly lift up the parking turn signal lamp assembly until the upper edge is contacting the fender 3...

Page 365: ...ing turn signal lamp assembly away 4 Unscrew the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by from the body turning it to the left 5 Replace the bulb by pulling the old one out and 6 Line up the tabs on the socket with the gaps in the gently pushing the new one into the lamp socket socket holes and screw the bulb socket back into the lamp housing 6 36 ...

Page 366: ...al lamp assembly with the headlamp assembly lift up the parking turn signal lamp assembly until the upper edge is contacting the fender 9 Fasten the parkinglturn signal lamp assembly to the headlamp assembly with the thumb screwremoved in Step 1 Taillamps 1 Open the liftgate 2 Remove the two screws from the taillamp housing on the inboard side 3 Pull off the entire taillamp housing The locatorlret...

Page 367: ...ket A Tail Bulb C B Back up Bulb D Turn Signal Bulb Stop Tail Bulb 6 Snap the bulb holder back into place making sure all retaining tabs are properly over the bulb holder tabs 7 Reinstall the taillamp assembly by inserting the outboard locatingh etainingpins until the lamp is seated Secure with the inboard screws For any bulb changing procedure not listed inthis section contact your dealerservice ...

Page 368: ... ignition while the wipers are at the outer positions of the wipe pattern The blades are more accessible for removalheplacement while in this position 3 Pull the windshield wiper a r m away from the windshield or backglass 4 While holding the wiper arm away from the glass push the release clip from under the blade connecting point and pull the blade assembly down toward the glass to removeit from ...

Page 369: ...and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could causeserious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tiresare cold cut puncturedor broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tiresat the r...

Page 370: ...loading Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can getthe following 0 Unusualwear 0 Bad handling Rough ride 0 Needless damagefrom road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a monthor more Don t forget your compact spare tire It should be at 60 psi 420 P a How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to ch...

Page 371: ...e tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and sea inflation pressures as shown on the CertificatiodTire label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index When rotating your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here I Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts ...

Page 372: ...tion of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Certificatioflire label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires get ones withthat same TPC Specnumber Thatway your vehicle will continue to have tires that aredesigned to give proper...

Page 373: ...our vehicle Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system d...

Page 374: ... The traction grade assigned to this tire is based onbraking straight ahead traction tests and does not include cornering turning traction The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can ca...

Page 375: ...place them only with new GM original equipment parts This way youwill be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your Pontiac model Wheel Replacement Replace any wheelthat is bent cracked or badly rustea or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can some...

Page 376: ...riven It could fail suddenly and causean accident Ifyou have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipmentwheel Use tire chainsonly where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible withthe endssecurely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s inst...

Page 377: ...inner 0 Turpentine 0 Lacquer Thinner 0 Nail Polish Remover They canall be hazardous some more than others and they canall damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle 0 Alcohol 0 Laundry Soap Bleach 0 Reducing Agents Cleaningthe Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to getrid of dust and loose dirt Wipevinyl ...

Page 378: ... As soon asyou ve cleaned the section use asponge to remove the suds Wipe cleaned area with a clean damp towel or cloth Wipe witha clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the 2 If a stain remains ...

Page 379: ...y If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive 0 Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned Cleaning the Tup of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of th einstrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes maycause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to...

Page 380: ...tobe scraped off later If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window anelectric defogger element may be damaged Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax sap or other material ...

Page 381: ...tergent soaps You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Don t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should be flushedpromptly and not allowed to dry on the surface or they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towelto avoid surface scratches a...

Page 382: ...paintedsurfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted 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 keepthe paint finish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible Cleanin...

Page 383: ...etal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Finish Damage Any stone chips fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and maydevelop into a major repair expense Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch up materials a...

Page 384: ...the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbodycar washing system cando this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaceson your vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ringlet shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into th...

Page 385: ...Cleaner I Cleans vinyl tops upholstery and convertible tops I I I 1050427 I 23 oz 0 680L I Glass Cleaner I Removes dirt grime smoke and fingerprints 5 1052870 Cleans and lightly waxes 1052918 I 8 OZ 0 237 L 1 Armor All Protectant I Protectsleather wood acrylics Plexiglas plastic rubber andvinvl 1 1052925 1 16oz 0 473 L 1 Multi Purpose Interior Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels Cleaner...

Page 386: ...es of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN isthe engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll findthis label on the inside of the access panel located on the driver sside of therear of the vehicle It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is yourVIN...

Page 387: ...rotected by aninternal circuit breaker in the UP fuse panel An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or insome casesto remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motoris protected by an internal circuit breaker anda fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc thewiper will stop until the motor cools If th...

Page 388: ...on t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage oruse one of the spare fuses in the underhood fuse and relay center Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarettelighter and use its fuse if it is the right amperage Replace it as soon as youcan There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle the instrument panel fuse block and the un...

Page 389: ...MIRROR CRUISE PWR QTR VENT PWR WDO RR VENT Front Power Windows FRT W P W S H R PWR LUCK 6 Way Power Seat s and Rear Side DoorActuator Motor Blower Motor Hi Speed Relay in Module Steering Wheel Radio Control Switches Illumination Instrument Cluster to PRNDL Indicators Power Remute Control Mirror Switch Cruise Control Module Switch and Release Switch Interior Lampsand Multifunction Switch Power Vent...

Page 390: ...Control Module Not Used Rear Window Defogger Relay Fuses FRT PWRSCKT SIR FRT HVAC LOWMED BLWR MALL RADIO DIC STOPLAMP ABS MOD BATT CAN VENT SOL ELC Front Electric Accessory Plug Housing Inflatable Restraint Control Module Heater A C Control BCM Driver Information Display Radio and Radio Rear SpeakerAmplifier Stoplamp Switch to Stoplamps Electronic Brake Control ModuleElectronicBrake Traction Contr...

Page 391: ...r Window Wip er Motor Rear Window Wipermasher and Multifunction Switch Rear Window Wipermasher Switch Fuses LH HEADLP LOW LH HEADLP HIGH ABS TCS IGN ABS SOL HVACDRL BCM PRGRM RH HEADLP LOW RH HEADLP HIGH PCM Not Used Not Used Electronic Brake Control ModuleElectronic Brake Traction Control Module EBCMIEBTCM LH and RH Front Brake Solenoid Valve Air Inlet Actuator DRL Control Module Heater A C Contr...

Page 392: ... of the windshield washer fluid reservoir T he fuses markedspare are available if a replacement fuse isneeded Maxi Fuse 1 COOL FAN 2 3 HEADLAMPS Coolant Fans CircuitBreakers FRT WAC HI BLWR and HEADLAMP Fuses W HAZARD and STOPLAMP 4 BATT MAIN 2 CircuitBreaker PWR SEAT PSD Fuses UP ELC and RR DEFOG 6 63 ...

Page 393: ... RR PWR SCKT Ignition Switch to Fuses VP BCM PRGWM FRT HVAC LOWMED BLWR FXT WPFUWSHR HVACDRL MALLIRARIOIDIC PWR QRT VENT RR HVAC RR wPR WSHR SUNROOF SWC ACCY and PWR WD8 CircuitBreaker Mini Relays 9 COOL FAN 10 COOL FAN 2 11 IGNMAIN Micro Re1ay s 13 NC CLU P 4 W L PUMP 15 FPMPSPD CONT 16 HORN 17 FOG LAMB Mini Fuse 18 INJ 19 SPARE 2O SPARE RHFANl LHFAN2 LH FAN 2 FUSES A C CLU IGN l UM INS ELEK IGN ...

Page 394: ...play Heater A CControl Radio Rear Side Door Actuator Control Motor Remote Control Door Lock Receiver RCDLR Security Indicator Lamp and Theft Deterrent Shock Sensor Mini Fuse 30 ALT SENSE 31 TCC 32 FUEL PUMP 33 ECM SENSE 34 35 FOG LP 36 HORN 37 PARK LP 38 39 40 Generator Automatic Transaxle Torque Converter Clutch Solenoids Stoplamp Switch to PCM Fuel Pump Relay Powertrain Control Module PCM Not Us...

Page 395: ...er 11 9quarts 11 3L Cooling System With Rear Climate Controlor Engine Crankcase Oil and Fuel Capacity Filter Change 4 5 quarts 4 3 L StandardRegular 20 gallons 76 L OptionaUExtended 25 gallons 95 L Tire Pressures Sizes See Tire Loading Wheel Nut Torque 100lb ft 140Nm WindshieldWasherFluid 1gallon 0 37 L Refrigerant AirConditioning See Refrigerant Label under the hood Information label on driver s ...

Page 396: ... 5inches 156 2 cm Rear Tread Width 63 3 inches 160 8 cm Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Filter AC Type A 1208C Passenger Compartment Air Filter 2 52470574 Engine Oil Filter PF47 Spark Plugs AC Type 4 1 940 Gap 0 060inches 1 5 mm Windshield Wiper Blades Length 24 inches 60cm Type Shepard s Hook Length 16inches 40 6 cm Type Shepard sHook Backglass Wiper Blade Air Conditioning Refrig...

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Page 400: ...rol performance 7 2 7 2 7 3 7 4 7 4 Introduction Your Vehicleand the Environment How This Section is Organized P a r tA Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule 7 4 Selecting the Right Schedule 7 29 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 33 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 34 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 36 Part E Maintenance Record 7 1 ...

Page 401: ...nvironment Proper vehicle maintenance not onlyhelps to keepyour vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the airwe breathe Improper fluid levels OFthe wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions fromyour vehicle To help protect our environment and to...

Page 402: ...on See Service and 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 tohelp keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform Part D Recommended Fluids and L...

Page 403: ...ee your dealer This past tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when youshould schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in P a r tD Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be re...

Page 404: ...nder any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooneK Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 00 0km Engine Oil andFilter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Chassis Lubrication or 6 months whichever occurs first Tire Rotation Every 12 000Miles 20 000 km Passenger Every 15 000Miles 25000 km Air Cleaner Filter Inspection ...

Page 405: ...ngine oil to break down sloweE Every 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or every 12months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or every 12 months whichever occurs first Tire Rotation Compartment Air Filter Replacement Filter Replacement Service severeconditions only Drive Belt Inspection Fuel Tank Cap andLines Inspection or every 60 months whichever occursfxst Every 100 000Mi...

Page 406: ...ame interval after 150 000miles 240 000 km rotation See Brake System Inspection under Periodic See Owner Checks and Services and Periodic MaintenanceInspections following Footnotes 3 The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will notnullify the emission warranty or limit recall liabilityprior to th...

Page 407: ...st 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper An Emission Control Service See footnote rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 9 000 Miles 15000 km 171 Change engine oiland filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission ControlService 12 000 Miles 20 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0Lubricate c...

Page 408: ...riving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote 18 000 Miles 30 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter orevery 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission ControlService Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occursfirst Rotate tires See Tire Inspectionand Rotation in theIndex for proper See footnote rotation pattern and ad ditional i...

Page 409: ...er rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 27 000 Miles 45 000 km 0 Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission ControlService 30 000 Miles 50 600 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 13 Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occursfirst Replace air cleaner filter 0Rotate tires See Tire Insp...

Page 410: ... Emission Control Service 0Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first Replacepassenger compartment airfilter CI Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper See footnote rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 39 000 Miles 65 000 km 7 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission ControlService...

Page 411: ...ilter or every 3 months Whichever occurs first 0Inspect air cleaner filter if youare driving in dusty conditions An Emission Control Service Replace filter if necessary Art Emission ControlService See footnote IDATE I MILEAGE I I I I DATE I MILEAGE 48 000 Miles 80 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components o...

Page 412: ...r delivery service ryou do not use your vehicle underany of these conditions thefluid and filter do not require changing 51 000 Miles 85 000 km El Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service 54 000 Miles 90000 km Change engine oil andfilter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Sewice I I I 17 Lubricate chassis components o...

Page 413: ...lace passenger compartment air filter 0Inspect engine accessory drive belt 0 Replace air cleaner filter Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket An Emission Control Service Seefootnote An Emission Control Sewice An Emission Control Sewice for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote f rotation pattern and additional information ...

Page 414: ... or every6 months whichever occursfirst 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper An Emission Control Sewice Seefootnote rotation pattern andadditional information See footnote 69 000Miles 115 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service DATE 1 DATE I I I 72 000Miles I20 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter o...

Page 415: ...filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first Inspect air cleaner filter if youare driving in dusty conditions An Emission Control Service Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote 78 000Miles 130 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occursfirst S...

Page 416: ...ubricate chassis components or every6 months whichever occursfirst 0 Replace passenger compartment air filter 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspectionand Rotation in the Index for proper An Emission Control Service See footnote rotation pattern and additional information Seefootnote 87 000 Miles I45 000 km C l Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission ControlServi...

Page 417: ...rn and additional information See footnote a DATE 93 000 Miles 155 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first MILEAGE An Emission Control Service 96 000 Miles 160 000 km 0 Change engineoil andfilter or every 3 months whichever OCCUFS first 0 Lubricatechassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first Replacepassenger compartment air filter 0 Rotate tire...

Page 418: ...ion Control Service 0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service 32 C or higher Ifyou do not use your vehicle under any o f these con...

Page 419: ...lush 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 cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service 7 20 ...

Page 420: ...linkage See Owner Checks and Services and Periodic Maintenance Inspections following Footnotes 7The U S Environmental Protection Agencyor the California Air ResourcesBoard has determinedthat the failure to perform this maintenanceitem will not nullify the emission warranty orlimit recall liability priorto the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that allrecommended maintenance s...

Page 421: ...engine oiland filter or every 12months whichever occurs first An Emission ControlService Lubricate chassis components or every 12months whichever occurs first Seefootnote 0Replace passenger compartment air filter 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in theIndex for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37500 km Change engine oil and filter or every...

Page 422: ... air filter izI Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper Replace air cleaner filter Seefootnote rotation patternand additional information Seefootnote An Emission Control Service 37 500 Miles 62 500 km Cl Change engine oiland filter or every 12months whichever occurs first 0Lubricate chassis components or every 12months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Servic...

Page 423: ...Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote DATE MILEAGE 50 000 Miles 83 000 km 0 Change automatic transaxlefluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city trafficwhere the outside temperature regularly reaches90 F In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police o...

Page 424: ...ILEAGE 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occursfirst Lubricate chassis components or every 12months whichever occursfirst Replace passenger compartment air filter 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspectionand Rotation in the Index for proper Inspect engine accessory drive belt Replace air cleaner filter E l Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gaske...

Page 425: ...ine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occursfirst 17 Lubricate chassis components or every 12months whichever occurs first I3 Replace passenger compartment air filter El Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation inthe Index for proper MILEAGE An Emission Control Service See footnote rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 82 500Miles 137 500 km Change engine oil and f...

Page 426: ...place passenger compartment air filter Replace air cleanerfilter An Emission Control Sewice Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index forproper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km 0 a Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Sewice Lubricatechassis components or every 12months whichever o...

Page 427: ... 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 any ofthese conditions thefluid and filterdo not require changing 32 C or higher DATE I MILEAGE 150 000 Miles 240 000 km 0 Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever OCCUFSfirst See Engine Coolant in th...

Page 428: ...ine oil level and add theproper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See...

Page 429: ...ave them repaired or replaced The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Wiper Blade Check Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areasof the windshield Also see Wiper Blades Cleaning inthe Index Check the transaxle fluid level add ifneeded See Automatic Transaxle i nthe Index A fluid loss m y indicate a problem C...

Page 430: ...dbe ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts Try to start theengine in each gear The starter should work only in PARK P or NEUTRAL N If the starter works in any other position your vehicle needs service 1 2 3 Before you start be sureyou have enoughroom around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface Firmly applythe parking brake see ParkingBrake in the Index if necessary NOT...

Page 431: ... ready to apply the regular brake atonce should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairlysteep hill withthe vehicle facing downhill Keepingyour foot on the regular brake set the parking brake 0 To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running andtransaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this untilthe vehicle is held by the parking brake...

Page 432: ...onditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust in the Index Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked swollen or deteriorated Inspect all pipes fittings and clamps replace as needed Clean the outside of the radiator andairconditioning condenser To help ensure proper oper...

Page 433: ...ater preferably distilled and use only GM Goodwrench DEX COOL or Havoline DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE Hydraulic Brake System Parking Brake Cable Guides Power Steering System Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders FLUIDLUBRICANT Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 Brake Fluid Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 or equivalent or lubricant...

Page 434: ...ol GM Part No 12346293or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements o f NLGI 2 Category LB orGC LB Multi P ose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241or equivalent USAGE Rear Folding Seat Fuel Door Hinge Liftgate Hinges Power SlidingDoor Cable SlidingDoor Track Weatherstrip Conditioning FLUIDLUBRICANT I Multi Pu ose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241or equivalent Lubriplate Lubricant Aeroso...

Page 435: ...provided after the maintenance interval Any additionalinformation from Owner Checks and Services or PeriodicMaintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Your owner informationportfolio is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record ODOMETER SERVICEDBY MAINTENANCE PERFOFWED 7 36 ...

Page 436: ...Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE MAINTENANCEPERFORMED SERVICEDBY READING 7 37 ...

Page 437: ...Maintenance Record 7 38 ...

Page 438: ...Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICEDBY READING I Li ____ __ j 7 39 ...

Page 439: ...Maintenance Record 7 40 ...

Page 440: ...omer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program Canadian Roadside Assistance Pontiac Courtesy Transportation GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program 8 10 warranty Information 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects tothe United States Government Canadian Government 8 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the 8 11 Reporting Safet...

Page 441: ...s are designed to make you realize that Pontiac recognizes you as a valuable customer appreciatesyour pur ase decision and is dedicated to taking care of the most important person YOU PONTIAC CARES is A valuable feature that comes with every Pontiac afeature that offers a multitude of benefits that can give you safety security comfort and convenience 8 2 ...

Page 442: ... enjoyable one and are discussed in greater detail further in your owner s manual Pontiac is focusing on the changing needs of our customers and is committed to giving you anexceptionallevel of customer care throughout your ownership experience Our goal is to create total customerenthusiasm in our product and our services and make you the most satisfied customerin the world Customer Satisfaction P...

Page 443: ...by the dealership without further help contact the Pontiac Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 PM CARES In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centrein Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French For help outside s f the United States and Canada call the followingnumbers as appropriate In Mexico 525 625 3256 In herto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English or In th...

Page 444: ... 436008 Pontiac MI 48343 6008 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Refer to yourWarranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addressesof GM Overseas offices When contacting Pontiac please remember that your concern wdl likelybe resolved in the dealership using the deder sfacilities equipment ...

Page 445: ...er is staffedby a team of technically trained advisors who are available 24 hours a day 365 days a year We take anxiety outof u n c e d situations by providing minor repair information over the phone or m a k i n g arrangements to towyour vehicle to the nearest Pontiac dealer We will provide the following services for 3 years 36 000 miles 60 000 km at no expense to you Fuel delivery Keys locked in...

Page 446: ...ac Roadside Assistance 1 800 ROADSIDD or 1 800 762 3743 In manyinstances mechanical failures are covered Canadian Roadside Assistance under Pontiac s comprehensive warranty However Vehicles purchased in Canada have anextensive when otherservices are utilized our advisors will Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere explain any payment obligations you might incur in Canada or the Unite...

Page 447: ...k m limited warranty and to any 1998Pontiac requiring repair as a result of product recall or special policy situations For same day service you are entitled to one way shuttle service of up to 10miles 16 km If the vehcle requires multiple day repairs you re entitled to either a Pontiac loaner or reimbursement for a rental car up to 30 day for up to five days Some state insurance regulations makle...

Page 448: ... can assist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty To assist in resolving these disagreements Pontiac voluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LINE 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 custom...

Page 449: ...Pontiac Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 PM CARES Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separatewarranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information REPORTING SAFETY DEFE TU THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect whichcould cause acrash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administra...

Page 450: ...ainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 PM CARES or write Pontiac GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 436008 Pontiac MI 48343 6008 In Canada please callus at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LlH 8P7 Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada Serv...

Page 451: ...d specifications for the 1998 GM transmissions transaxles and transfer cases RETAIL SELL PRICE 40 00 SERVICE BULLETINS Service Bulletinsgive technical servi ce information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin containsinstructionsto assist in the diagnosis and serviceof your vehicle OWNER S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly for Owners and in...

Page 452: ...1 800 782 4356 Materialcannotbe returnedfor credit without packingslipwith return information within 30 days of delivery On returns a re stocking fee may be applied against the original order GM PON ORD98 Prices are subjecttochangewithout notice and withoutincurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery are to make checks payable in U S funds To cover Canadianpostage add 11 50 plus the Note to ...

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Page 454: ...6 53 Antenna Integrated Windshield 3 33 Antifreeze 6 2 1 Anti Lock Brakes 4 7 Brake System Warning Light 2 89 4 7 Adding Equipment to theOutside Of Your Vehicle 6 3 AirBag 1 48 Appearancecare 6 48 Appearance Care Materials 6 56 Ashtray 2 77 Audio Systems 3 9 Automatic Door Locks 2 6 Automatic Overdrive 2 32 Automatic Transaxle Check 7 30 Automatic TransaxleFluid 6 18 HOW to Add 6 21 Howtocheck 6 1...

Page 455: ...pePlayer 3 11 3 15 Cassette Tape Player Care 3 32 CD AdapterKits 3 15 3 18 CD Player Theft Deterrent Feature 3 27 CenterPassenger Position Bench Seat 1 62 Center Passenger Position Bucket Seat 1 64 Certificatioflire Label 4 29 Chains Safety 4 36 Changing a Flat Tire 5 23 Charging System IndicatorLight 2 88 Checlung Your Restraint Systems 1 100 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 55 Cleaning Built in 6 50 Se...

Page 456: ...tent Theft Deterrent 2 23 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 ConvenienceNet 2 71 Side 2 73 Convex Outside Mirror 2 65 Coolant 6 21 Adding 6 24 Checking 6 23 Heater Engine 2 29 RecoveryTank 5 17 What to Use 6 22 Courtesy Transportation 8 8 Cruise Control 2 55 Cupholders 2 69 Customer Assistance Information 8 1 Customer SatisfactionProcedure 8 3 Damage Finish 6 54 Damage Sheet Metal 6 54 Daytime Running Lamps...

Page 457: ...on 5 57 Coolant 6 21 Exhaust 2 38 OilLevelCheck 7 29 Overheated Protection Operating Mode 5 12 Overheating 5 12 Running Whileparked 2 39 StartingYour 2 27 Specifications 6 66 Temperature WarningLight 2 92 Engine Oil 2 96 6 11 Additives 6 14 Checking 6 12 Used 6 15 What Mind to Use 6 13 When to Add 6 12 When to Change 6 14 Exhaust Engine 2 38 Exit Lighting 2 62 Equipment Adding to the Outside Of Yo...

Page 458: ...deen FranCais ii GVWR 4 29 Halogen Bulbs 6 31 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Head Restraints 1 6 Headlamps 2 58 Bulb Replacement 6 31 High Low Beam Changer 2 53 On Reminder 2 59 Wiring 6 58 Hearing Impaired Customer Assistance 8 5 Heating 3 4 High Beam Headlamps 2 53 Highway Hypnosis 4 22 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 23 Hitches Trailer 4 35 Hood Checking Things Under 6 8 Prop 6 9 Release 6 8 H o 2 51 Hy...

Page 459: ... 60 Leaving Your Vehicle 2 7 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running 2 36 Liftgate 2 21 OnReminder 2 59 RearCargo 2 63 Underhood 6 11 Lighter 2 77 Lights Air Bag Readiness Brake System Warning Charging System Indicator Boor Ajar Anti Lock Brake SystemWarning Engine TemperatureWarning Interior 1 50 2 87 2 89 4 1 2 88 6 28 2 88 2 97 2 92 2 60 _ _ Low CoolantWarning 2 93 6 24 LowFuelWarning 2 98...

Page 460: ... ShortTrip City Definition 7 5 ShortTrip City Intervals 7 5 YourVehicle and the Environment 7 2 Maintenance Underbody 6 55 Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4 40 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 2 93 Matching Transmitters to YourVehicle 2 11 Mirrors 2 64 Convex Outside 2 65 IlluminatedVisorVanity 2 78 Power Remote Control 2 64 VisorVanity 2 77 Mode Buttons Climate Control System 3 3 Mode Knob Climate Cont...

Page 461: ...sing 4 13 PontiacCares 8 2 Power DoorLocks 2 5 OptionFuses 6 58 Pregnancy Use of Safety Belts 1 47 Problems on the Road 5 1 Publications Service and Owner 8 12 Radiator 5 19 RadiatorPressure Cap 6 24 Radio Reception 3 31 Radios 3 10 Rain Driving In 4 17 Front 2 63 Rear 2 63 AirVents 3 8 C a g o L m p 2 63 ClimateControl 3 6 Comfort Controls 3 7 Fancontrol 3 6 Outside Seat Position 1 56 Safety Belt...

Page 462: ...adian 8 7 Rocking Your Vehicle 5 34 Rotation Tires 6 42 Saddlebag 2 71 Safety Belt Extender 1 100 Safety Belts 1 33 Adults 1 39 Care 6 51 Center Passenger Position Bench Seat 1 62 Center Passenger Position Bucket Seat 1 64 Children 1 66 Driver Position 1 39 Extender 1 100 How to Wear Properly 1 39 Incorrect Usage 1 42 1 98 1 99 Lap Belt 1 62 1 64 Lap Shoulder 1 39 1 57 LargerChildren 1 97 Passenge...

Page 463: ...4 Power 1 3 Rear 1 6 SecondGear 2 32 Removing l 8 Securing Child Restraints Service 6 2 EngineSoonLight 2 93 Publications Ordering 8 12 Shifting AutomaticTransaxle 2 30 IntoPARK P 2 35 Out of PARK P 2 37 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1 41 Side Ashtrays 2 77 Side ConvenienceNet 2 73 Signaling Turns 2 53 Smaller Children and Babies 1 66 Sound Equipment Adding 3 31 Spare Tire Compact 5 32 Specificati...

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