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Summary of Contents for 2001 Grand Am

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Page 4: ... Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Windshield Wipers Cruise Control If Equipped Exterior and Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Convenience Net If Equipped Sunroof Option Instrument Panel Warning Lights and Gages Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts Supplemental Restraint System SRS Restraint Systems for Children Section 1 Section 2 Seats and Restraint Systems Features and Controls ii ...

Page 5: ... Driving Tips for Various Road Conditions Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio Cassette Player CD Player Radio Theft Deterrent Feature Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Changing a Flat Tire If You re Stuck Problems on the Road ...

Page 6: ...nance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records Fuel Checking Fluids and Lubricants GM Oil Life System Engine Air Cleaner Filter Brakes Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires and Wheels Appearance Care Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts iv ...

Page 7: ...se it to quickly find something you want to read Section 8 Customer Satisfaction Procedures Customer Assistance Offices Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Warranty Information See Warranty Manual Reporting Safety Defects on page 8 12 Service Publications Index Section 9 Please refer to the last page of this manual for your Service Station Guide ...

Page 8: ...ral Motors of Canada Limited for Pontiac Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propriétaires canadien...

Page 9: ...nd 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 CAUTION 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 help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others c...

Page 10: ...ething that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE ...

Page 11: ...have to do with your lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIELD WASHER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER VENTILATING FAN These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights ENGINE COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM BRAKE COOLANT ENGINE OIL PRESSURE...

Page 12: ...he Hood See Section 6 Tire Pressure See Section 6 Engine Oil Dipstick 2 4L L4 Engine See Section 6 Engine Oil Dipstick 3400 V6 Engine See Section 6 Secondary Hood Release See Section 6 Battery See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 Fuel Use unleaded only See Section 6 for octane ratings Spare Tire Pressure See Section 5 ...

Page 13: ... People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 13 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 14 Driver Position 1 21 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 22 Right Front Passenger Position 1 22 Supplemental Restraint System SRS 1 28 Rear Seat Passengers 1 31 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 34 Center Passenger Position 1 35 Children 1 39 Restraint Systems for Children 1 55 O...

Page 14: ...o adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Lift the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is lock...

Page 15: ...d under the front of the driver s seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place To raise or lower the power lift seat hold the switch located on the outboard side of the driver s seat up or down ...

Page 16: ... or down D Raise or lower the front of the seat cushion by holding the front of the control up or down D Raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion by holding the rear of the control up or down Manual Lumbar Support If Equipped Turn the knob located on the inboard side of the driver s seat cushion clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust support of the lower back Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjus...

Page 17: ...s job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback ...

Page 18: ...ck seat The seatback latch is designed for one handed operation To fold a front seatback forward lift the seatback latch fully without pushing forward on the seatback to unlock it Then fold the seatback forward Push the seatback to its original position and the seatback will lock CAUTION If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the per...

Page 19: ...t front seat isn t locked it can move In a sudden stop or crash the person sitting there could be injured After you ve used it be sure to push rearward on an easy entry seat to be sure it is locked Rear Seats Folding the Rear Seat If Equipped To fold down the rear seat do the following 1 Pull the release straps located in the trunk The right strap operates the passenger s side rear split seat The ...

Page 20: ...the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not e...

Page 21: ...most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just ...

Page 22: ...1 10 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop ...

Page 23: ...1 11 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel ...

Page 24: ...t even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety belts A Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Eve...

Page 25: ...test number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see the part of ...

Page 26: ...n t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the ...

Page 27: ...e 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 abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the b...

Page 28: ...r to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without squeezing the release button to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off...

Page 29: ...t is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION 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 ...

Page 30: ...You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go 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 ...

Page 31: ... be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen ...

Page 32: ...isted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it ...

Page 33: ...on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy ...

Page 34: ...ag for the right front passenger Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag But these air bags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system CAUTION You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing your safety belt eve...

Page 35: ...injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see...

Page 36: ... 24 How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side ...

Page 37: ... your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn t move or deform the threshold level is about 9 to 14 mph 14 to 23 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate in r...

Page 38: ... not help you in many types of collisions including rollovers rear impacts and side impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward those air bags Air bags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions What will you see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it quickly def...

Page 39: ...there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts D Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air ...

Page 40: ...e to an air bag when it inflates Avoid wires wrapped with yellow tape or yellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statisti...

Page 41: ...u more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuc...

Page 42: ... 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 abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the ...

Page 43: ...all Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrow...

Page 44: ...rd out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip 2 Slide the guide under and past the belt The elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide ...

Page 45: ...t lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions earlier in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder ...

Page 46: ... and then slide the guide onto the clip Turn the guide and clip inward and in between the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop of the elastic cord exposed Center Passenger Position Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt ...

Page 47: ...yone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Infants and Young Children Every time infants an...

Page 48: ...much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint ...

Page 49: ...r are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used For most basic types of child restraints there are many different models available When purchasing a child restraint be sure it is designed to be use...

Page 50: ...Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A young child s hip bones are still so small that vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdomen In a crash the belt wo...

Page 51: ... restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint ...

Page 52: ...surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window ...

Page 53: ...raps and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is ...

Page 54: ...ured or killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s better to secur...

Page 55: ... for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top strap and that the strap be anchored In the United States some child restraints also have a top strap If your child restraint has a top strap it should be anchored Your vehicle has top strap anchors already installed for the re...

Page 56: ...raint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System Your vehicle may have the LATCH system You ll find anchors A in the rear outside seat positions In order to use the system you need either a forward facing child restraint that has attaching points B at its base and a top tether anchor C or a...

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Page 58: ...to protect a child sitting there In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint See Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position in the Index for information on how to secure a child restraint in your vehicle using the vehic...

Page 59: ...ructions 5 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint simply unhook the top strap from the top tether anchor and then disconnect the anchor points Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to foll...

Page 60: ...t if needed If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to ...

Page 61: ...elpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 5 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 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 ...

Page 62: ...e child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how ...

Page 63: ...h down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find 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 is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger ...

Page 64: ...t in the right front seat You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing...

Page 65: ... the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock ...

Page 66: ...ur knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 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 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 ...

Page 67: ...r belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat ...

Page 68: ... is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides in the Index If the child is so small that the shoulder belt ...

Page 69: ...t in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash ...

Page 70: ...r frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you ve had a crash do you need new belts After a very minor collisi...

Page 71: ...22 Engine Coolant Heater Option 2 23 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 27 Manual Transaxle Operation 2 29 Parking Brake 2 30 Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only 2 32 Shifting Out of PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only 2 33 Parking Your Vehicle Key Removal Manual Transaxle Models Only 2 33 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 34 Engine Exhaust 2 34 Running Your Engine While You re Parked Automatic T...

Page 72: ...icle with the windows closed is dangerous A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather ...

Page 73: ... small amount If the switch is pushed all the way the window will go all the way down To stop the window while it is lowering push the switch forward To raise the window push and hold the switch forward Lock Out Switch On four door models the driver s power window controls also include a lock out switch When the lock out switch is moved to the left with the red showing the driver and passengers wi...

Page 74: ...cle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with children ...

Page 75: ...p the tag in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have one made easily using this tag If you need a new key go to your dealer for the correct key code NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft therefore you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in So be...

Page 76: ...ed vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it D Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From t...

Page 77: ...tomatically unlock when the shift lever is moved to PARK P on vehicles with an automatic transaxle or to REVERSE R on vehicles with a manual transaxle and the key is turned to OFF Customizing the Automatic Door Locks One of four operating modes may be selected and programmed by the driver on vehicles with an automatic transaxle D Mode 1 All doors automatically lock when the transaxle is shifted ou...

Page 78: ...lock when the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km h No automatic door unlock D Mode 4 No automatic door lock or unlock When your vehicle was shipped from the factory it was programmed in Mode 1 To determine the current mode or to change to a different mode do the following 1 Put an automatic transaxle in PARK P or a manual transaxle in REVERSE R with the parking brake engaged and turn the ign...

Page 79: ...in the Index for more information If the driver opens another door before the seven seconds the doors will not lock until seven seconds after the last door is closed If the power door lock switch is pressed to LOCK twice when leaving the vehicle or the LOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed the doors will lock immediately If the power door lock switch is pressed to unlock t...

Page 80: ...ar doors will now work normally Anti Lockout Protection Anti Lockout Protection is a standard feature intended to provide enhanced security and convenience This feature prevents a driver who has left the keys in the ignition from locking the doors using the power door locks while any door is open To override this feature when the key is in the ignition and a door is open hold the power door lock s...

Page 81: ...ce 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 other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system If the transmit...

Page 82: ...the transmitter when the vehicle speed is less than 2 mph 3 km h when the parking brake is engaged or when the ignition is off The interior lamps will come on for 10 seconds or until the ignition switch is turned to ON The horn will sound and the headlamps and the parking lamps will flash for up to two minutes when the horn symbol on the transmitter is pressed The interior lamps will come on and r...

Page 83: ...replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining 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 i...

Page 84: ...laying back your signal The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver The receiver will not respond to a signal that has been sent to it more than once To resynchronize your transmitter and receiver follow these directions 1 Stand close to your vehicle 2 Press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the transmitter at the same time 3 Hold the buttons for seven seconds In this...

Page 85: ...n your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on VENT That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index D If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index Remote Trunk Release Press the remote trunk release button located on the driver s door to release the trunk lid Make sure the r...

Page 86: ...the trunk lid mounted to the trunk lid latch To turn the lockout on slide the switch all the way to the left to ON To turn the lockout off slide the switch all the way to the right to OFF When the lockout is on the remote trunk release button on the driver s door will not release the trunk lid However the trunk lid can still be opened with the key but not with the keyless entry transmitter if equi...

Page 87: ...cles with folding rear seatbacks See your dealer for additional information Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities 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 can help Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target for joy ri...

Page 88: ...r vehicle has a remote keyless entry system take the transmitter with you PasslockR Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock theft deterrent system Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder has not been tampered with During normal operation the SECURITY light will go off approximately five seconds after the ignition key is turned to ON and t...

Page 89: ...cement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings D Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch you can turn it to four different positions OFF A This is the only position from which you can remove the key With an automatic transaxle the shift lever must be in PARK P wi...

Page 90: ...e ON to operate your electrical power accessories and to display some instrument panel warning lights START D This position starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch will return to ON for normal driving Retained Accessory Power RAP Your vehicle is equipped with a Retained Accessory Power RAP feature which will allow the radio to continue to work up to 10 minutes ...

Page 91: ...her is very cold below 20_ F or 29_ C push the accelerator pedal about one quarter of the way down while you turn the key to START Do this until the engine starts As soon as it does let go of the key 3 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the ...

Page 92: ... Engine In very cold weather 0_F 18_C or colder the engine coolant heater can help You ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle ...

Page 93: ...d into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the outside t...

Page 94: ...r in the Index Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You have to apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition key is in ON If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into PARK P and as you maintain brake applica...

Page 95: ... N with the engine racing isn t covered by your warranty AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re D Going less than 35 mph 55 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down D Going about 35 mph 55 km h or more push the accelerator all the way down You ll shift down to the next gear and have more power NOTICE If your vehicle seems ...

Page 96: ...g 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 on NOTICE Don t drive in SECOND 2 for more than 25 miles 41 km or at speeds over 55 mph 88 km h or you can damage your transaxle Use AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D or TH...

Page 97: ...e accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transaxle Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in position on a hill Manual Transaxle Operation This is your shift pattern The clutch must be fully pressed in when shifting a manual transaxle to ensure the transaxle is fully in gear Here s how to operate your transaxle FIRST 1 Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST 1 ...

Page 98: ...icle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to NEUTRAL NEUTRAL Use this position when you start or idle your engine REVERSE R To back up press down the clutch pedal and lift up on the ring on the shift lever to shift into REVERSE R Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal NOTICE Shift into REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped Shifting into ...

Page 99: ...e a SHIFT light This light will show you when to shift to the next higher gear for the best fuel economy When this light comes on you can shift to the next higher gear if the weather road and traffic conditions let you For the best fuel economy accelerate slowly and shift when the light comes on Parking Brake To set the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Pull up o...

Page 100: ...the Index That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle wo...

Page 101: ...ift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and your parking brake is firmly set before you lea...

Page 102: ...ng pawl in the transaxle so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You have to apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in ON See Automatic Transaxle in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever and push the s...

Page 103: ...rake Once the shift lever has been placed in REVERSE R with the clutch pedal pressed in you can turn the ignition key to OFF remove the key and release the clutch See Manual Transaxle Operation in the Index Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Don t park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn ...

Page 104: ...your vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked Automatic Transaxle It s better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know CAUTION Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle See the earli...

Page 105: ...r to PARK P Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you are parking on a hill and if you re pulling a trailer also see Towing a Trailer in the Index Horn You can sound the horn by pressing the horn symbol on your steering wheel Tilt Wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can also raise it ...

Page 106: ... lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows flash rapidly a signal bulb may...

Page 107: ...the headlamps taillamps and parking lamps on and off automatically while the ignition is on by sensing how dark it is outside For more information see Automatic Light Control later in this section Lamps On Reminder If you open the driver s door and turn off the ignition while leaving the lamps on you will hear a warning chime Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to ...

Page 108: ...e wipers move the lever to OFF You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes This can be very useful in light rain or snow Move the lever to INT then turn the inner band labeled INT ADJ and choose the delay you want Turn the inner band up for shorter delay times between wiper cycles Turn the band down for a longer delay time between wiper cycles Remember that damaged wiper bl...

Page 109: ... When you release the button the washers will stop but the wipers will continue to wipe for about three times or will resume the speed you were using before Cruise Control If Equipped The cruise control buttons are located on the bottom of the steering wheel 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 hel...

Page 110: ...e control when the enhanced traction control system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage See Enhanced Traction System in the Index When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may turn the cruise control back on Setting Cruise Control CAUTION If you leave your cruise control switch on when you re not using cruise you might hit a button and go into...

Page 111: ...ou want to go faster don t hold down the RES ACCEL button Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed D Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed Push the SET COAST button then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed D Press the RES ACCEL button Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and ...

Page 112: ...lls depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills...

Page 113: ...DRL system will make your high beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when the following conditions are met D The ignition is on D the headlamp switch is in the AUTO or parking lamps only position D the light sensor detects daytime light D the parking brake is released and D the shift lever is not in PARK P on vehicles with an automatic transaxle only When the DRL system is on the taillamp...

Page 114: ...systems so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system The DRL and ALC systems will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than this delay To idle your vehicle with the ALC system off set the parking brake while the ignition is off Then start the vehicle The ALC system will stay off until you release the parking br...

Page 115: ...The button for your fog lamps is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel beside the instrument panel intensity control When using the fog lamps the ignition must be on as well as the parking lamps or the low beam headlamps Push the button to turn the fog lamps on An indicator light on the button will glow when the fog lamps are on Push the button again to turn the fog lam...

Page 116: ...ror reading lamps if equipped will turn on Move the thumbwheel to the left to turn the lamps off Illuminated Entry Exit System When you lift the driver s door handle or open any door the lamps inside your vehicle will go on These lamps will fade out after about 10 seconds after all of the doors have been closed or when the ignition is turned to ON These lamps will also go on when you press the tru...

Page 117: ...amp to turn them on and off Trunk Lamp The trunk lamp comes on when you open your trunk Battery Saver Your vehicle is equipped with a battery saver feature designed to protect your vehicle s battery When any interior lamp trunk mirror reading lamps dome lamp or glove box is left on when the ignition is turned off the battery saver system will automatically shut the lamp off after 20 minutes This w...

Page 118: ...side rearview mirror should be adjusted so you can see a little of the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position Adjust the driver s side outside mirror with the control lever on the driver s door To adjust your passenger s outside mirror sit in the driver s seat and have a passenger adjust the mirror for you Power Remote Control Mirror If Equipped This selector k...

Page 119: ...er Console Storage Area The center console has two separate storage areas The upper compartment which is also the armrest can be used to store maps gloves etc To open pull up on the front of the lid Rear Seat Cupholder Pull down the door on the rear of the center console to use the rear seat cupholder Convenience Net If Equipped Your vehicle may have a convenience net You ll see it just inside the...

Page 120: ...ck away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overheat damaging the lighter and the heating element You can also remove the cigarette lighter to plug in additional accessories Be sure to follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical accessory you install Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also swing them to th...

Page 121: ...gain and release it In both the vent and fully open positions the air flow can be adjusted for driving comfort by pushing and holding the switch forward until the sunroof moves to the desired position To close the sunroof push the switch forward and hold it until the sunroof is closed The sunroof will stop if the switch is released during operation Remember to close the sunshade by hand The sunroo...

Page 122: ...2 52 The Instrument Panel Your Information System ...

Page 123: ...nstrument Panel Cluster F Windshield Wiper Washer Lever G Ignition Switch H Enhanced Traction System I Hazard Warning Flashers Button J Instrument Panel Fuse Blocks K Hood Release Handle L Tilt Wheel Lever M Audio System Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped N Cruise Control Switches If Equipped O Shift Lever P Cigarette Lighter Q Climate Control System R Audio System ...

Page 124: ...how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economically Your vehicle is equipped with this cluster or one very similar to it It includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages Be sure to read about them Automatic Transaxle Cluster shown Manual Transaxle Cluster and Canada Cluster similar ...

Page 125: ...then it must be But 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 The trip odometer can tell you how far you have driven since you last reset it The reset button is located next to the trip odometer To reset the trip odometer to zero press and hold the reset button for one to two seco...

Page 126: ...ndicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow this manual s advice Wai...

Page 127: ... air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the air bag system may not be working properly The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a...

Page 128: ...cked right away Driving while this light is on could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Up Shift Light Manual Transaxle If Equipped This light comes on when you need to shift to the next higher gear See Manual Transaxle in the Index Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydrau...

Page 129: ...ave the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident If the light is still on after you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service When the ignition is on the brake system warning ...

Page 130: ...y when you turn the ignition key to ON If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Enhanced Traction System Warning Light With the Enhanced Traction System ETS this warning light should come on briefly as you start the engine If the warning light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the ...

Page 131: ...nced Traction System warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on and the parking brake is fully released your vehicle needs service Enhanced Traction System Active Light When your Enhanced Traction System is limiting wheel spin this light will come on Slippery road conditions may exist if the Enhanced Traction System active light comes on so adju...

Page 132: ...he Road section of this manual shows what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index Low Coolant Warning Light This light comes on briefly when you turn your ignition on If this light comes on and stays on and you hear a chime the vehicle should promptly be pulled off the road and the coolant level checked See Engine Coolant in the Index If there are visible signs of steam see Engine Overheating in...

Page 133: ... designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty NOTICE Modifications made to the engine transax...

Page 134: ...he amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If ...

Page 135: ...ment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know in ord...

Page 136: ...e engine is not running the light will come on as a test to show you it is working but the light will go out when the engine is running If it doesn t come on with the ignition on you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb Have it fixed right away CAUTION Don t keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check ...

Page 137: ... when parking on steep grades The oil level monitoring system only checks oil level during the brief period between when the key is on and the engine is cranking It does not monitor engine oil level when the engine is running Additionally an oil level check is only performed if the engine has been turned off for a considerable period of time allowing the oil normally in circulation to drain back i...

Page 138: ...whenever you set your cruise control Low Washer Light This light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition It will also stay on or come on and a chime will sound if the windshield washer fluid reservoir is less than one third full Service Vehicle Soon Light This light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition It will stay on or come on and a chime will sound if it detects a probl...

Page 139: ...me owners ask about None of these show a problem with your fuel gage D At the service station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full D It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank D The gage moves a little when...

Page 140: ...m 3 7 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player 3 12 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System RDS If Equipped 3 19 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System RDS If Equipped 3 29 Personal Choice Radio Controls If Equipped 3 29 Theft Deterrent Feature Non RDS Radios If Equipped 3 29 Thef...

Page 141: ...g recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle It maximizes your air conditioner s performance and your vehicle s fuel economy The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this position when it is needed to help dry the air in the vehicle UPPER In this position most of the airflow comes through the instrument panel outlets A small amount of air comes through the floor vents Set th...

Page 142: ...n knob must be set to a speed for the air conditioning to operate Air Conditioning The air conditioner and heater work best if you keep your windows closed while using them Your vehicle also has the flow through ventilation system described later in this section For normal cooling on hot days use UPPER with the temperature knob in the blue area and the A C indicator light glowing The system will b...

Page 143: ...st the temperature control as desired To defrost the front window quickly turn the temperature knob all the way in the red area Use FRONT DEFROSTER and adjust the fan to the highest speed To warm passengers while keeping the front window clean use DEFOG Your vehicle is equipped with side window defogger vents The side window defogger vents are located on the outside of the side instrument panel ve...

Page 144: ... across the defogger grid on the rear window NOTICE Don t use a razor blade or anything else sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Ventilation System For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed use UPPER to direct outside air through your vehicle Your vehicle also has...

Page 145: ...u re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP you can play your audio system even after the ignition is off See Retained Accessory Power in the Index Setting the Clock Press and hold the HR or MIN arrow for two seconds Then press the HR arrow until the correct hour appears Press and hold the MIN arrow...

Page 146: ...seconds until you hear a beep Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds and flash the station frequency then go on to the next station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning The radio will scan to stations with a strong signal only PRESET SCAN Use PRESET SCAN to listen to each of your preset stations for a few seconds Press ...

Page 147: ...w when you find the bass level you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached TREBLE Press and release AUDIO until TRE appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to increase treble T and a positive number will appear on the display Press and hold the down arrow to decrease treble T and a negative number will appear on the display T and a zero will appear on the display when ...

Page 148: ...speakers Release the up or down arrow when you find the speaker balance you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached To set BALANCE or FADE to the middle position select the desired speaker control Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep L and a zero or F and a zero will appear on the display To set all of the tone controls and speaker controls to the ...

Page 149: ...the cassette player is in PREV mode Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for PREV to work The sound will mute while seeking NEXT 2 Press this button or the right SEEK arrow to go to the next selection on the tape NXT will appear on the display while the cassette player is in NEXT mode Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selecti...

Page 150: ...OOSE TAPE sensor Press and hold the TAPE button for two seconds with the radio off and the vehicle on CAS will flash on the display showing the TIGHT LOOSE TAPE sensor has been disabled The feature will remain disabled until the tape is ejected EJECT Press the upward triangle button to remove a tape The radio will play Eject may be activated with the radio off Cassette tapes may be loaded with the...

Page 151: ...n it counterclockwise to decrease volume SCV Your system has a feature called Speed Compensated Volume SCV With SCV your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive Set the volume at the desired level Press this button to select MIN MED or MAX Each choice allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive SCV automatically increase...

Page 152: ...M FM to select the band 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press EQ to select the equalization 5 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until you hear a beep Whenever you press that numbered button the station you set will return and the equalization that you selected will also be automatically selected for that button 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton PRESET SCAN Press and hold one ...

Page 153: ...dio on 2 Use the TONE button and the SELECT knob to select the desired equalization 3 Press and hold EQ for two seconds SELECT EQ will appear on the display The EQ icon will flash 4 Press EQ or turn the SELECT knob to select the desired EQ number Each time you press EQ or turn the SELECT knob another EQ setting will appear on the display 5 Press and hold the EQ button or push the SELECT knob to st...

Page 154: ...the display If no station is found NO TRAFFIC will appear on the display Traffic Interrupt Feature Your radio can be programmed to interrupt the playback of a cassette tape CD or FM radio by enabling the traffic interrupt feature Press the TRAF button once to turn on the traffic feature if supported by the current tuned RDS station If the station does not support the traffic interrupt feature the ...

Page 155: ...on again to seek If a station with the selected PTY is not found NOT FOUND will appear on the display To use the PROG TYPE interrupt feature press and hold this button until you hear a beep on the PTY you want to interrupt An asterisk will appear next to the PTY name example CLASSICAL The radio will also display brackets around the P TYPE icon when the P TYPE interrupt is active To disable the P T...

Page 156: ...off AF ON or AF OFF will appear on the display and the radio will beep once The radio will not switch to other stations when AF is off Adjusting the Speakers BAL FADE This button adjusts balance and fade To adjust balance press this button until BAL appears on the display SELECT will appear on the display to show that the speakers can be adjusted Turn the SELECT knob clockwise for the right speake...

Page 157: ... 3 Press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RDM and the track number will appear on the display AA 4 Press and hold this button to reverse quickly within a track Release it to play the passage You will hear sound at a reduced volume The display will show elapsed time EQ Press EQ to select the desired preset equalization setting while playing a compact disc The eq...

Page 158: ...ded Press this button to remove the disc The radio will play EJECT may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first Radio Calibration Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CALIBRATE appears on the display it means that your radio has not been configured properly for your veh...

Page 159: ...higher or lower station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking The radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only SCAN Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds until the SCAN icon appears on the display and you hear a beep Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press one of ...

Page 160: ...ase treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To set all of the tone controls to the middle position press and hold TONE until FLAT appears on the display EQ This feature allows you to choose preset bass mid and treble equalization settings designed for different individual listening tastes Press EQ to select the desired preset equalization setting Each time you pres...

Page 161: ...the station name will appear on the display instead of the frequency Most RDS stations provide their station name the time of day and a Program Type PTY for their current programming Some stations also provide the name of the current program TRAF Press this button to receive traffic announcements The traffic announcement brackets will appear on the display TRAF will appear on the display if the tu...

Page 162: ...d an old message has not been stored by the radio the radio will display NO INFO PROG TYPE This button is used to turn on and off Program Type PTY select The P TYPE icon will appear on the display and the SELECT LED indicator next to the SELECT knob will light The last selected PTY will appear on the display for five seconds Turn the SELECT knob to select the PTY you want to listen to Press SEEK o...

Page 163: ...n will only work during actual emergency broadcasts and will not work during tests of the emergency broadcast system This feature is not supported by all RDS stations ALTERNATE FREQUENCY This RDS feature allows the radio to switch frequencies to the best quality station with the same programming AF is off by default from the factory Press and hold AM FM for two seconds to turn alternate frequency ...

Page 164: ...n t play because of an error TIGHT TAPE is displayed when the tape is tight and the player can t turn the tape hubs Remove the tape Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil Turn the tape over and repeat If the hubs do not turn easily your tape may be damaged and should not be used in the player Try a new tape to make sure your player is work...

Page 165: ...ny times The number of selections to be skipped will appear on the display SCAN Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for SCAN to work Use SCAN to listen to each selection for a few seconds The tape will go to the next selection stop for a few...

Page 166: ...insert a CD when the ignition is off first press the CD eject symbol or the RCL knob Inserting a CD with the radio off and the ignition on will start auto play When the disc is inserted the CD symbol will be displayed If you select an EQ setting for your CD it will be activated each time you play a CD As each new track starts to play the track number will appear on the display If CHECK CD appears ...

Page 167: ...election Press this button again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning SCAN and the track number will appear on the display RCL Press this button to see how long the current track has been playing To change what is normally shown on the display track or elapsed time press the button until you see the display you want then hold the button until the display flashes While elapsed time i...

Page 168: ...ings will automatically adjust to where they were last set by the identified driver All vehicles are shipped with this feature on This feature can be disabled by your dealer if desired Theft Deterrent Feature Non RDS Radios If Equipped THEFTLOCKR is designed to discourage theft of your radio The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN If the radio...

Page 169: ...ed on the radio preset buttons If a cassette tape is playing press this button to play the other side of the tape If a compact disc is playing press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order Press this button again to turn off random play AM FM Press this button to choose AM FM1 or FM2 If a cassette tape or compact disc is playing it will stop and the radio will play VO...

Page 170: ...e loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage D Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting D Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile tel...

Page 171: ... the tape player at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player The recommended cleaning method for your cassette tape player is the use of a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealer GM Part No 12344789 Whe...

Page 172: ...gain You may also choose a non scrubbing action wet type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its own A non scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner The use of a non scrubbing action dry type cleaning cassette is not recommended After you clean the player press and hold the...

Page 173: ... The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged If the mast should ever become slightly bent you can straighten it out by hand If the mast is badly bent as it might be by vandals you should replace it Check every once in a while to be sure the mast is still tightened to the fender If tightening is required tighten by hand then with a wrench one quarter turn Chime Level ...

Page 174: ...trol of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Enhanced Traction System 4 11 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 20 City Driving 4 21 Freeway Driving 4 22 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 23 Highway Hypnosis 4 24 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 25 Winter Driving 4 29 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 32 Loading Your Vehicle 4 34 T...

Page 175: ...eventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call ...

Page 176: ... alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the pr...

Page 177: ...me other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the driving sk...

Page 178: ...l in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and j...

Page 179: ...e Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 1...

Page 180: ...get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use 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 w...

Page 181: ...he wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the 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 This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates ...

Page 182: ...tion System Your vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced Traction System ETS 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 or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system reduces engine power and may also upshift the transaxle to limit wheel spin This light will come on wh...

Page 183: ...r driving accordingly To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should always leave the Enhanced Traction System on But you can turn the system off if you prefer To turn the system on or off press the ETS button on the the instrument panel When you turn the system off the Enhanced Traction System warning light will come on and stay on If the Enhanced Traction System is limitin...

Page 184: ... get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you re in 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 c...

Page 185: ... apply your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a fu...

Page 186: ...g another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing D Drive ahe...

Page 187: ...ars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot D 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 ...

Page 188: ...the acceleration skid If you do not have the Enhanced Traction System or if the system is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready fo...

Page 189: ... roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead D In remote areas watch for animals D If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also a...

Page 190: ...ract repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and aren t even aware of it Driv...

Page 191: ...wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes T...

Page 192: ... it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advic...

Page 193: ...and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips D Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray D Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires in the Index City Driving One of...

Page 194: ...ve time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving D 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 and just before you start to move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light Freeway Driving Mile for mile freeways also called thruways parkways express...

Page 195: ...ure there isn t another vehicle in your blind spot Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advance If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stop and back up Drive on to the next exit The exit ramp can be curved sometimes quite shar...

Page 196: ...is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Don t let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second...

Page 197: ...ls and also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads D Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill CAUTION If you don t shift down your brakes could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or...

Page 198: ... driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane D As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident D You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems Examples are long grades passing or no passing zones a fall...

Page 199: ...tions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road you can have a very slippery situation You ll have a lot les...

Page 200: ...itions See Enhanced Traction System in the Index Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have the anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock in the Index D Allow greater following distance on any slippery road D Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine ...

Page 201: ...summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe D Turn on your hazard flashers D Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow D Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing t...

Page 202: ... the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel real...

Page 203: ...l transaxle 3 Set the parking brake and then remove the key On manual transaxle vehicles the shift lever must be in REVERSE R before removing the key 4 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing 5 Release the parking brake To tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground follow these steps 1 Position the vehicle to tow and then secure it ...

Page 204: ... to NEUTRAL N 7 Release the parking brake Remember to reinstall the fuses once you reach your destination To reinstall a fuse do the following 1 Set the parking brake 2 Remove the key from the ignition switch 3 Put the fuse back in NOTICE Make sure that the towing speed does not exceed 65 mph 110 km h or your vehicle could be badly damaged Towing Your Vehicle from the Rear NOTICE Do not tow your v...

Page 205: ...rry This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options The other label is the Certification label found on the rear edge of the driver s door It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Nev...

Page 206: ...ou put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash D Put things in the trunk of your vehicle In a trunk put them as far forward as you can Try to spread the weight evenly D Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats D Don t leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle D When you...

Page 207: ...g capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That s the reason for this part In it are many time tested im...

Page 208: ...ions when towing a trailer Don t drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers or no more than 55 mph 90 km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts Three important considerations have to do with weight D the weight of the trailer D the weight of the trailer tongue D and the total weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never weigh m...

Page 209: ...ch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B If you have a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 12 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items a...

Page 210: ...the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig And never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes Does your tr...

Page 211: ...and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move you...

Page 212: ...r steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well On a long uphill grade shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph 70 km h to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong yo...

Page 213: ...ten when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil drive belt cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review this information before you s...

Page 214: ... that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 8 Engine Overheating 5 10 Cooling System 5 17 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 18 Changing a Flat Tire 5 27 Compact Spare Tire 5 28 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Page 215: ...l to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers press the button again When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet 10...

Page 216: ...y to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelcoR battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test or jump start the battery if the hydrometer looks clear or light yellow Replace the battery when there is a...

Page 217: ...les involved in the jump start procedure Put an automatic transaxle in PARK P or a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries In addition it could save your radio NOTI...

Page 218: ... that can burn you Don t get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 6 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive and ne...

Page 219: ...of the vehicle with the dead battery 8 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 9 Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal ...

Page 220: ...t move The electrical connection is just as good there but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 11 Start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 12 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service 13 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that they don ...

Page 221: ...able from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance and Recreational Vehicle Towing in the Index Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage and a low coolant warning light on your vehicle s instru...

Page 222: ... badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam the problem may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you D Climb a long hill on a hot day D Stop after high speed driving D Idle for long periods in traffic D Tow a trailer If you get the overh...

Page 223: ...cle right away If there s still no sign of steam idle the engine for three minutes while you re parked If you still have the warning turn off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away Cooling System When you decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see A Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap ...

Page 224: ... or above FULL COLD If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could b...

Page 225: ...ehicle needs service How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at or above FULL COLD add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant at the coolant surge tank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information C...

Page 226: ... proper coolant mixture will 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 but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant ...

Page 227: ...l burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine 1 You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about two or two and one half turns If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop This will allow any pressure s...

Page 228: ...5 15 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 3 Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the FULL COLD mark ...

Page 229: ...e the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight Check the level in the surge tank when the cooling system has cooled down If the coolant isn t at the proper level repeat Steps 1 to 3 and reinstall the pressure cap or ...

Page 230: ...celerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to g...

Page 231: ...el place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transaxle shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transaxle to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R 3 Turn off the engine To be even more 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 be the tire on the othe...

Page 232: ...nterclockwise to remove it Lift and remove the cover See Compact Spare Tire later in this section for more information about the compact spare 3 Turn the wing nut counterclockwise and remove it Then lift off the spacer and remove the compact spare tire 4 Remove the jack and wheel wrench from the trunk Your vehicle s jack and wheel wrench are stored in a foam tray Remove the band around the jack ...

Page 233: ...Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Remove the wheel nut caps you may need to use the wheel wrench to loosen and remove them if your fingers do not fit into this small area 2 Then use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet ...

Page 234: ... jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising t...

Page 235: ...el bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use...

Page 236: ...d fall off causing a serious accident 8 Install the compact spare tire 9 Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 10 Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise Lower the jack completely ...

Page 237: ...get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 lb ft 140 N m NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification NOTICE Wheel covers won t fit on your compact ...

Page 238: ...ion loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Storing the flat tire in the compact spare tire compartment Place the tire in the compartment then secure the adapter and the wing nut Place the cover and the nut on top of the flat tire Store the jack and the wrench in the foam tray A Nut B Wing Nut C Adapter D Wrench E Jack F Tool Tray G Flat Tire ...

Page 239: ...ipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire in the Index See the storage instructions label to reinstall your compact spare into your trunk properly A Nut B Cover C Wing Nut D Adapter E Wrench F Jack G Tool Tray H Compact Spare Tire ...

Page 240: ...you want Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again NOTICE When the compact spare is installed don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle ...

Page 241: ...tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear or with...

Page 242: ... the Hood 6 12 Engine Oil 6 18 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 19 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 20 Manual Transaxle Fluid 6 20 Hydraulic Clutch 6 21 Engine Coolant 6 24 Power Steering Fluid 6 25 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 27 Brakes 6 30 Battery 6 31 Bulb Replacement 6 35 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 36 Tires 6 45 Appearance Care 6 45 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 6 47 Care of Safety Belts 6...

Page 243: ...you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more 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 has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index You should ...

Page 244: ...he outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher It is recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association A...

Page 245: ...rized Pontiac dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used repairs may not be covered by your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask your service station operator whether o...

Page 246: ...any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn t be covered by your warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving Filling Your Tank CAUTION Gasoline vapor is highly flammable It burns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don ...

Page 247: ... then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possibl...

Page 248: ...k and emissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others D Dispense gasoline only into ...

Page 249: ...ood electric fan CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood do the following 1 Pull the handle inside the vehicle ...

Page 250: ... prop rod from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer Then let the hood down and close it firmly ...

Page 251: ...ood on the 2 4L L4 engine you ll see the following A Engine Coolant Surge Tank B Engine Oil Fill Cap C Engine Oil Dipstick D Power Steering Fluid Reservoir E Brake Fluid Reservoir F Engine Air Cleaner Filter G Battery H Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir ...

Page 252: ...0 V6 engine you ll see the following A Engine Coolant Surge Tank B Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C Engine Oil Fill Cap D Engine Oil Dipstick E Brake Fluid Reservoir F Engine Air Cleaner Filter G Battery H Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir ...

Page 253: ... Engine Only For more information see LOW OIL light in the Index You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder Checking Engine Oil It s a good idea to check 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 2 4L L4 Engine ...

Page 254: ... engine behind the fan See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level ...

Page 255: ...least one quart of oil But you must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged ...

Page 256: ...engine 3400 V6 Engine The 3400 V6 engine oil fill cap is on the front of the engine behind the radiator See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re through ...

Page 257: ...ute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle as shown in the foll...

Page 258: ... recommended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil Your vehicle has a computer that lets you know when to change your engine oil This is not based on mileage but on engine revolutions and engine operating temperature When the computer has calculated that the oil needs changing the GM Oil Life Systemtwill indicate t...

Page 259: ...ufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil...

Page 260: ...r in place when you re driving Automatic Transaxle Fluid It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to the dealership service department and have it repaired as soon as possible You may also have your fluid level checked by your dealer or service center when you have your oil changed Change both ...

Page 261: ...ecked by your dealer or service center when you have your oil changed Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is self adjusting The clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with hydraulic clutch fluid It is not necessary to regularly check clutch fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system Adding fluid won t correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indica...

Page 262: ...xplains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating in the Index A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine temperature D Let the warnin...

Page 263: ...engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the e...

Page 264: ...ne and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark or a little higher If the LOW COOLANT light comes on and stays on it means you re low on engine coolant ...

Page 265: ...nk but only when the engine is cool CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight Power Steering Fluid ...

Page 266: ...wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Always use the proper fluid Failure to u...

Page 267: ...llow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid D Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage...

Page 268: ...ystem If it is you should have your brake system 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 a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only wh...

Page 269: ...ervoir CAUTION 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 brake fluid NOTICE D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ll have...

Page 270: ...y applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications If you have rear drum brakes they don t have wear indicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake ...

Page 271: ...have to have new ones put in be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts If you don t your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement br...

Page 272: ...Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement This section describes bulb changing procedures for some of your interior and exterior lamps For bulb sizes see Replacement Bulbs in the Index For any bulbs not listed in this section contact your service department Halogen Bulbs C...

Page 273: ...mp assembly forward out of the mounting bracket 3 Turn the bulb assembly retainer counterclockwise one sixth of a turn and pull out the bulb assembly 4 Unclip the bulb assembly from the wiring harness 5 After replacing the bulb reverse Steps 1 through 4 to reinstall the bulb assembly and headlamp housing ...

Page 274: ...iring harness 4 When replacing the bulb be sure to properly align the bulb with the locating feature in the assembly 5 Reverse Steps 1 through 2 to reinstall the bulb assembly Center High Mounted Stoplamp 1 Open the trunk lid and locate the center high mounted stoplamp on the inside of the lid 2 Use a T15 TorxR screwdriver to remove the three screws 3 Gently remove and replace the bulb s 4 Reverse...

Page 275: ...g nut bolts which fasten the taillamp lens to the vehicle 4 Carefully remove the taillamp lens from the body and avoid scratching the paint or dropping it 5 Press the five tabs to release the plate from the lamp 6 To remove a bulb gently pull the bulb out from the socket 7 Install a new bulb 8 Reverse Steps 3 through 6 to reassemble the taillamp ...

Page 276: ...placement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways Here s how to remove the wiper blade 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly toward the driver s side of the vehicle 3 Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2 For the proper type and size see Capacities and Specifications in the Index ...

Page 277: ... a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold D Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a ...

Page 278: ...e overloading D Bad wear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Rough ride D Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Don t forget your compact spare tire It should be at 60 psi 420 kPa How to Check Use a good quality pock...

Page 279: ...ys use the correct rotation pattern shown here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire Loading Information label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can m...

Page 280: ...ire if any of the following statements are true D You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire D You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber D The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric D The tire has a bump bulge or split D The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well because of the size or l...

Page 281: ...es with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could have a crash Using tires of different...

Page 282: ...afety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performan...

Page 283: ...alance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other the alignment may need to be reset If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road your...

Page 284: ...acement NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index for more information Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You can t know how it s bee...

Page 285: ...on t spin your wheels NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the front tires If you have other tires use tire chains only 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 with the ends securely fastened Drive slo...

Page 286: ...quer Thinner D Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle D Alcohol D Laundry Soap D Bleach D Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather plastic a...

Page 287: ...roughly 5 As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to remove the suds 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean damp towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a 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 soile...

Page 288: ...hoe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the w...

Page 289: ...er blade chatters when running wax sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon AmiR Powder non scratching glass cleaning powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance Clean the blad...

Page 290: ...hey could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing ...

Page 291: ... wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the s...

Page 292: ...ey have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fa...

Page 293: ... plastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels and floor mats 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse with water 1052930 8 oz 0 237 L Capture Dry Spot Remover Attracts absorbs and removes soils on fabric 12345721 2 5 sq ft Synthetic Chamois Shines vehicle without scratching 12345725 12 oz 0 354 L Silicone...

Page 294: ...he certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on the bottom of your spare tire cover It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is D your VIN D the model designation D pain...

Page 295: ...m have it fixed Power Windows A circuit breaker in the fuse panel protects the power windows When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible links This greatly reduces the ch...

Page 296: ...RROR Power Mirrors AIR BAG Air Bags BFC BATT Body Computer BFC PCM ACC PCM DR LOCK Door Lock Motors IPC BFC ACC Cluster Body Computer BFC STOP LPS Stop Lamps HAZARD LPS Hazard Lamps IPC HVAC BATT HVAC Head Cluster Data Link Connector Circuit Breaker Usage PWR SEAT Power Seats Relay Usage TRUNK REL Trunk Relay DR UNLOCK Door Unlock Relay DR LOCK Door Lock Relay DRIVER DR UNLOCK Driver s Door Unlock...

Page 297: ...Steering Wheel Cruise Control Switch Lamps CRUISE SW Steering Wheel Cruise Control Switches HVAC BLOWER HVAC Blower Motor CRUISE Cruise Control FOG LPS Fog Lamps INT LPS Interior Courtesy Lamps RADIO BATT Radio SUNROOF Power Sunroof Circuit Breaker Usage PWR WNDW Power Windows Relay Usage FOG LPS Fog Lamps ...

Page 298: ...e driver s side of the engine compartment near the battery Maxifuses Usage 1 Ignition Switch 2 Right Electrical Center Fog Lamps Radio Body Function Control Module Interior Lamps 3 Left Electrical Center Stop Lamps Hazard Lamps Body Function Control Module Cluster Climate Control System ...

Page 299: ...oling Fan 2 15 Cooling Fan Micro Relays Usage 16 Air Conditioning Compressor 17 Not Used Micro Relays Usage 18 Fuel Pump 19 Automatic Light Control 20 Automatic Light Control 21 Horn 22 Daytime Running Lamps Minifuses Usage 23 32 Spare Fuse Holder 33 Rear Defog 34 Accessory Power Outlets Cigarette Lighter 35 Not Used 36 Not Used 37 Air Conditioning Compressor Body Function Control Module 38 Automa...

Page 300: ...ght Headlamp 51 Left Headlamp 52 Cooling Fan 2 53 HVAC Blower Climate Control 54 Not Used 55 Cooling Fan 2 Ground 56 Fuse Puller for Mini Fuses 57 Not Used Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamps Bulb Back Up Lamps 3156 Center High Mounted Stoplamp 912 Turn Signal lamps 3156 Stop Taillamps 3157 Halogen Headlamps 9007 Parking Turn Signal Lamps 3157NA or 3157A Sidemarker Lamps 194NA For service information...

Page 301: ... V6 Engine 13 6 quarts 12 9 L Refrigerant Air Conditioning See refrigerant charge label under the hood Fuel Tank 14 3 U S gallons 54 1 L Tire Pressures Sizes See Tire Loading Information label on the rear driver s side passenger door Engine Specifications See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index VIN Engine Code 2 4L L4 Engine T 3400 V6 Engine E Displacement 2 4L L4 Engine 2 4 Liters 3400...

Page 302: ... 27 mm 3400 V6 S41 940 Platinum Plug Gap 0 060 inch 1 52 mm PCV Valve CV892C Windshield Wiper Blades Type Shepherd s Hook Passenger s Side 17 inches 43 cm Driver s Side 22 inches 56 cm ACDelcoR part number Vehicle Dimensions Length 186 5 inches 474 2 cm Width 70 4 inches 178 7 cm Height 54 5 inches 138 4 cm Wheelbase 107 1 inches 271 9 cm Front Tread 59 1 inches 150 0 cm Rear Tread 59 4 inches 150...

Page 303: ...le needs these services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 14 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 19 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 21 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 23 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Page 304: ...nt Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly Maintenance Requirements Maintenance intervals checks inspections and recommended fluids and lubrican...

Page 305: ...do the work If you want to get the service information 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 to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service ...

Page 306: ...ns on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever servic...

Page 307: ...ctions following Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the mainte...

Page 308: ...nder severe conditions the indicator may come on before 3 000 miles 5 000 km Never drive your vehicle more than 12 500 miles 20 000 km or 12 months without an oil and filter change The system won t detect dust in the oil So if you drive in a dusty area be sure to change your oil and filter every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or sooner if the CHANGE OIL light appears Remember to reset the Oil Life System wh...

Page 309: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 7 ...

Page 310: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 8 ...

Page 311: ...Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 30 000 Miles 50 000 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Repl...

Page 312: ...roper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j 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 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or deli...

Page 313: ...the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service 67 500 Miles 112 500 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote ACTUAL SERVICED BY MILEAGE DATE ACTUAL ...

Page 314: ... Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for pro...

Page 315: ...lly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Insp...

Page 316: ...l and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR 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 Windshiel...

Page 317: ...damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield Also see Wiper Blades Cleaning in the Index Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Manual Transaxle...

Page 318: ...t to use More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake in the I...

Page 319: ...o apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the key to the ON position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P your vehicle needs service Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the...

Page 320: ...ng your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only D To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed...

Page 321: ...or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions 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 Co...

Page 322: ...rake is self adjusting and no manual adjustment is required You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking Brake System Inspection GT Series Only Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Inspect...

Page 323: ...nkable water and use only GM GoodwrenchR DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM OptikleenR Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Hydraulic Clutch System Hydraulic Clutch Fluid GM Part No 12345347 or e...

Page 324: ... Spring Anchor and Release Pawl LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 or equivalent ...

Page 325: ...ovided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 326: ...7 24 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 327: ...8 3 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 5 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 5 Customer Assistance Offices 8 7 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 8 Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program 8 9 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 10 Courtesy Transportation 8 11 Warranty Information 8 12 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 12 Reporting Safety Defects to th...

Page 328: ...nts are designed to make you realize that Pontiac recognizes you as a valuable customer appreciates your purchase decision and is dedicated to taking care of the most important person YOU PONTIAC CARES is A valuable feature that comes with every Pontiac a feature that offers a multitude of benefits that can give you safety security comfort and convenience ...

Page 329: ...perience an enjoyable one and are discussed in greater detail in your owner s manual Pontiac is focusing on the changing needs of our customers and is committed to giving you an exceptional level of customer care throughout your ownership experience Our goal is to create total customer enthusiasm in our product and our services and make you the most satisfied customer in the world Customer Satisfa...

Page 330: ...shawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative D Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and v...

Page 331: ...olumbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Pontiac has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assis...

Page 332: ...rench 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 268 6800 Mexico Central America and Caribbean Islands Countries Except Puerto Rico and U S Virgin Islands General Motors de Mexico S de R L de C V Customer Assistance Center Paseo de la Reforma 2740 Col Lomas de Bezares C P 11910 Mexico D F 01 800 508 0000 Long Distance 011 52 53 29 0 800 ...

Page 333: ...free resource information such as area driver assessment centers and mobility equipment installers The program is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease See your dealer for more details or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323 9935 Text telephone TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program Call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483...

Page 334: ...Roadside Assistance toll free number is staffed by a team of technically trained advisors who are available 24 hours a day 365 days a year We take anxiety out of uncertain situations by providing minor repair information over the phone or making arrangements to tow your 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 ...

Page 335: ... Vehicle model year and color D Mileage of vehicle D Vehicle Identification Number VIN D Vehicle license plate number Pontiac reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when in Pontiac s judgement the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service it is added security while traveling for you a...

Page 336: ...ated If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait Pontiac helps minimize your inconveni...

Page 337: ...imited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability All Courtes...

Page 338: ...annot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE...

Page 339: ...ope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 762 2737 or write Pontiac GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 ...

Page 340: ...ervice information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle OWNER S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly for Owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio...

Page 341: ... the above address for quotation 2001 120 00 2001 50 00 2001 20 00 2001 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax GM PON ORD99 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents are to m...

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