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Summary of Contents for 2001 Sunfire

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Page 2: ...tire change Emergency towing 1 800 762 3743 For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 that provides in an emergency 1 800 762 3743 For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 Court...

Page 4: ...ed Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Windshield Wipers Cruise Control If Equipped Exterior and Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Convenience Net If Equipped Sunroof If Equipped Instrument Pane...

Page 5: ...ing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio Cassette Player CD Player Radio Theft Deterrent Feature Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towin...

Page 6: ...odic Maintenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records Tires and Wheels Appearance Care Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specifications Normal Ma...

Page 7: ...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 M...

Page 8: ...al 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...

Page 9: ...d 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 c...

Page 10: ...thing 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 ot...

Page 11: ...ave 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 WINDSHIEL...

Page 12: ...Section 5 Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 Spare Tire Pressure See Section 5 Battery See Section 6 2 2L Engine Oil Dipstick Tire Pressure See Section 6 For a More Deta...

Page 13: ...People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 14 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 Re...

Page 14: ...ehicle 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 lever located u...

Page 15: ...t and release the lever Then try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place If your vehicle is equipped with easy entry seats this is your front passenger seat adjuster...

Page 16: ...he outboard side of the seat and move the seatback to where you want it Release the lever and push rearward on the seatback to make sure it is locked Pull up on the lever and the seatback will go to a...

Page 17: ...eck 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 i...

Page 18: ...he seatback Then the seatback will fold forward When you return the seatback to its original position make sure the seatback is locked The latch must be down for the seat to work properly CAUTION If t...

Page 19: ...of some two door vehicles makes it easy to get in and out of the rear seat 1 Tilt the right front seatback completely forward and the whole seat will slide forward 2 Move the right front seatback to i...

Page 20: ...s you some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System SRS or air bag system CAUTION Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear a safety belt pro...

Page 21: ...kle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a...

Page 22: ...1 10 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 a seat on wheels Put someone on it...

Page 23: ...1 11 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield...

Page 24: ...nt panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts...

Page 25: ...ey work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up...

Page 26: ...which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt He...

Page 27: ...s you pull up on the shoulder belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less...

Page 28: ...to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without squeezing the release bu...

Page 29: ...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 inju...

Page 30: ...ou 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 cau...

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...

Page 32: ...sted 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...

Page 33: ...n 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 inju...

Page 34: ...ger 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 regulati...

Page 35: ...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...

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 sid...

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 c...

Page 38: ...d 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 qui...

Page 39: ...ehicle 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 comman...

Page 40: ...if you are close to an air bag when it inflates Avoid yellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing wo...

Page 41: ...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 pl...

Page 42: ...touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This...

Page 43: ...belt very quickly out of the retractor 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 sh...

Page 44: ...itions 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 outgrown child restraints...

Page 45: ...lastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elast...

Page 46: ...the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the gu...

Page 47: ...elt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safe...

Page 48: ...ldren up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Infants and Young Children Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by the appropriate...

Page 49: ...hildren who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children...

Page 50: ...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 used in a motor...

Page 51: ...nfants 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 yo...

Page 52: ...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 surfac...

Page 53: ...urfaces 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 positione...

Page 54: ...e 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 it will have a label sayin...

Page 55: ...d restraint in a rear seat Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injur...

Page 56: ...stalled in your vehicle for the rear seating positions You ll find them behind the rear seat on the filler panel Anchor the top strap to one of these anchor points Be sure to use an anchor point locat...

Page 57: ...straint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety...

Page 58: ...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 5 Push and pull the child restraint in different...

Page 59: ...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 an...

Page 60: ...ind 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 rest...

Page 61: ...e 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 se...

Page 62: ...estraint You may find it helpful to use your 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 rem...

Page 63: ...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...

Page 64: ...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 bod...

Page 65: ...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...

Page 66: ...might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a...

Page 67: ...ne Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 24 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 29 Manual Transaxle Operation 2 31 Parking Brake 2 32 Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only 2 34 Shifting Out of PARK P Autom...

Page 68: ...cle 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...

Page 69: ...eature The driver s window can be opened to the desired position by pressing the rear of the switch to the first detent To use the auto down feature press the rear of the switch all the way down The w...

Page 70: ...le 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...

Page 71: ...w one made easily using the tag If you need a new key contact your Pontiac dealer who can obtain the correct key code Remember to carry the pre cut emergency key which Pontiac sends after delivery thi...

Page 72: ...treme 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 s...

Page 73: ...y that door s lock It won t lock or unlock all of the doors that s a safety feature Rear Door Security Lock 4 Door Models Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passe...

Page 74: ...de 2 Use a key to move the lock all the way down 3 Do the same for the other rear door The rear door lock will now work normally Lockout Prevention If Equipped If your vehicle is equipped with Remote...

Page 75: ...ference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may n...

Page 76: ...and the content theft system will disarm See Content Theft Security System later in this section Trunk Release The trunk will unlock anytime when the vehicle symbol on the transmitter is pressed and t...

Page 77: ...chased 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 transmitte...

Page 78: ...nsmitter with the receiver Resynchronization Your remote keyless entry system is equipped with a security system that prevents anyone from recording and playing back your signal The transmitter does n...

Page 79: ...cause unconsciousness and even death CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal betwee...

Page 80: ...r the left side of the driver s seat to release the trunk lid Trunk Release Handle If Equipped There is a glow in the dark trunk release handle located on the inside trunk latch of the vehicle This ha...

Page 81: ...you ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your steering wheel will be locked and so will your ignition If you take the key with you an...

Page 82: ...on on the transmitter will disarm the system The THEFT SYSTEM light will stop flashing If the system is armed turning the key to START will also disarm the system If the system is armed and the trunk...

Page 83: ...m Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with fuel is disabled During normal operation th...

Page 84: ...ent 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 igni...

Page 85: ...ne starts release the key The ignition switch will return to RUN for normal driving Even if the engine is not running the positions ACCESSORY and RUN allow you to operate your electrical accessories s...

Page 86: ...ACCESSORY Once the key is turned from RUN to OFF the radio will continue to work for up to 10 minutes or until the driver s door is opened Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle Move your shift lev...

Page 87: ...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 ke...

Page 88: ...le 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...

Page 89: ...4 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 plugge...

Page 90: ...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 temperature the...

Page 91: ...lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when...

Page 92: ...ing NOTICE Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engine racing isn t covered by your warranty Forward Gears 3 Speed DRIVE D This position is for normal drivin...

Page 93: ...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 Forward Gears 4 Speed AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D This positio...

Page 94: ...an damage your engine FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the shift lever is put in FIRST...

Page 95: ...as you press the accelerator pedal THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 Shift into THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 the same way you do for SECOND 2 Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator...

Page 96: ...you may have a light This light will show you when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy United States Only When this light comes on you can shift to the next higher gear if weather r...

Page 97: ...the parking brake hold the brake pedal down Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down If you forget...

Page 98: ...your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down and set the parking...

Page 99: ...move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pushing the button If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock Automatic Transaxle If you are parking on a...

Page 100: ...t lever button before moving the shift lever If you ever hold the brake pedal down and still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to OFF 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4...

Page 101: ...ciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if D Your exhaust system sounds strange or different D Your vehicle gets rusty underneath D Your vehicle was damaged in a collision D Your vehicle...

Page 102: ...sed in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index 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...

Page 103: ...nd enter the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunc...

Page 104: ...the arrows flash rapidly a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when...

Page 105: ...talk to DELAY then turn the inner band and choose the delay you want Turn the inner band up for shorter intervals between wiper cycles Turn the band down for a longer interval between wiper cycles If...

Page 106: ...eezing weather don t use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision Cruise Control If Equipped With cruise control you ca...

Page 107: ...mit 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 S...

Page 108: ...d of the lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed D Move the cruise control switch from ON to R A Hold it there until you get up to the speed you w...

Page 109: ...find this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are several ways to turn off the cruise control D step lightly on the brake pedal or push the c...

Page 110: ...especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional daytime running lights are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL system will make your high and l...

Page 111: ...off set the parking brake The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it Fog Lamps If Equipped Use your...

Page 112: ...ur vehicle is equipped with remote keyless entry the light will come on when the remote keyless entry UNLOCK button is pressed After you exit the vehicle and all of the doors have been closed the lamp...

Page 113: ...nterior lamps do one of the following D The ignition must be turned on or D the activated lamp switch must be turned off then on or D any door must be opened The battery saver feature will also be act...

Page 114: ...vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position The mirror is a spring loaded breakaway design Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is...

Page 115: ...irror in position with your left hand 3 With your right hand move the adjustment lever handle inside the vehicle in order to align the T end of the lever with the lever slide 4 Fold the mirror back to...

Page 116: ...can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops Un clip a corner of the convenience net to fit larger objects behind the net then re clip it to secure them in place T...

Page 117: ...ors You can also swing them to the side Sunroof If Equipped With the ignition on press and release the rear of the switch and the glass panel will open to the vent position Open the sunshade by hand w...

Page 118: ...2 52 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 119: ...nsity Control C Enhanced Traction System Switch D Turn Signal Multifunction Lever E Tachometer F Hazard Warning Flashers Switch G Ignition Switch H Windshield Wiper Washer Controls I Audio System J Cl...

Page 120: ...is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you ve used and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and eco...

Page 121: ...t 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 your vehicle has been dr...

Page 122: ...roblem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re working If y...

Page 123: ...the air bag sensor the air bag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Air Bag in the Index This light will come on when you start...

Page 124: ...nerator drive belt or another electrical problem Have it checked 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 t...

Page 125: ...released it means you have a brake problem Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system the light will come on when your engine is started and may stay on for several seconds...

Page 126: ...nd stay on To turn the system back on press the button again The warning light should go off See Enhanced Traction System in the Index for more information D The warning light will come on when you se...

Page 127: ...d so it will be there to tell you when the system is active Engine Coolant Temperature Gage United States Canada Your vehicle is equipped with one of these gages With the ignition in RUN this gage sho...

Page 128: ...ns are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunction...

Page 129: ...Inspection Maintenance test This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not running If the light doesn t come on have it repaired This ligh...

Page 130: ...flashing follow the previous steps and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualified service center for service If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by...

Page 131: ...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 co...

Page 132: ...how you it is working but the light will go out when you turn the ignition to START 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 D I...

Page 133: ...turn the key to START If the light flashes the Passlock system has entered a tamper mode If the vehicle fails to start see Passlock in the Index On vehicles equipped with the remote keyless entry sys...

Page 134: ...States Only Check Gages Light United States Canada This light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine If it comes on and stays on while you are driving check your various gages to see i...

Page 135: ...one 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 that the gage indicated For...

Page 136: ...tems with Radio Data System 3 9 AM FM Stereo 3 12 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equipped 3 17 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System RDS...

Page 137: ...l System Fan Knob The left knob selects the force of air you want Turn the knob clockwise to increase fan speed and counterclockwise to decrease fan speed To turn the fan off turn the mode knob all th...

Page 138: ...near the floor The rest comes out of the defroster and side window vents DEFOG This setting allows half of the air to go to the floor ducts and half to the defroster and side window vents DEFROST This...

Page 139: ...increased window fogging If window fogging is experienced select the defrost mode VENT This setting brings in outside air and directs it through the instrument panel outlets BI LEVEL This setting bri...

Page 140: ...ure knob in the blue area and the A C button pushed in The system will bring in outside air and cool it On cool but sunny days the sun may warm your upper body but your lower body may not be warm enou...

Page 141: ...e side windows while using the air conditioner set the right control to bi level the fan control to the highest setting and press the A C button For both systems aim the side vents toward the side win...

Page 142: ...f 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 coolin...

Page 143: ...y Power RAP With RAP you can play your system even after the ignition is off See Retained Accessory Power RAP in the Index Setting the Clock for Systems Without Radio Data System Press and hold the HR...

Page 144: ...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...

Page 145: ...arrow 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 increas...

Page 146: ...pear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the front speakers R and a number will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the rear speakers F and a zero will appear on the d...

Page 147: ...two 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...

Page 148: ...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 treb...

Page 149: ...peakers 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...

Page 150: ...he 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...

Page 151: ...OSE 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 wil...

Page 152: ...mpensated 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 Eac...

Page 153: ...and hold one of the SEEK arrows for more than four seconds until the PSCAN icon and the preset number appear on the display You will hear a double beep Use PRESET SCAN to listen to each of your prese...

Page 154: ...ur audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System RDS RDS is a system that sends data along with the audio of the FM station you are currently tuned to You can use RDS to display program informatio...

Page 155: ...tuned radio station or a related network station you will hear it even if the volume is muted or a compact disc is playing If the compact disc player was being used the compact disc will stay in the...

Page 156: ...the P TYPE button until you hear a beep The will be removed from the display and so will the brackets When you are listening to a cassette or compact disc the last selected RDS FM station will interr...

Page 157: ...ound to the front speakers and counterclockwise for the rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers Press and hold this button for two seconds to return both fade and bal...

Page 158: ...ds have played Press the up arrow to go to the next track If you hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the disc SCAN Press and hold one...

Page 159: ...ssed 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 y...

Page 160: ...igher 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 S...

Page 161: ...se 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...

Page 162: ...n 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...

Page 163: ...layed and 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 dis...

Page 164: ...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 featu...

Page 165: ...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 co...

Page 166: ...y 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 You...

Page 167: ...ant to 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...

Page 168: ...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 be...

Page 169: ...ngs 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...

Page 170: ...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 th...

Page 171: ...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...

Page 172: ...ot 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 cassette eject symbol...

Page 173: ...urn Chime Level Adjustment RDS Radios Only Chime level adjustment is only available on RDS radios The radio is the vehicle chime producer The chime is produced from the driver s side front door speake...

Page 174: ...em 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 Lo...

Page 175: ...ventable 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 goi...

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 Bu...

Page 177: ...e 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...

Page 178: ...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 perso...

Page 179: ...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 thr...

Page 180: ...pump your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up i...

Page 181: ...wn If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer...

Page 182: ...k you can steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Enhanced Traction System If your vehicle has the optional four speed automatic...

Page 183: ...y 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 th...

Page 184: ...urve 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 a...

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 depend...

Page 186: ...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...

Page 187: ...rs 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 b...

Page 188: ...he 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 vehicl...

Page 189: ...down and keep more space between you and other vehicles D Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead D In remote areas watch for animals D If you r...

Page 190: ...s makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or cur...

Page 191: ...ast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them...

Page 192: ...ter that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing...

Page 193: ...city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy...

Page 194: ...into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you ar...

Page 195: ...e it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Pontiac dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are so...

Page 196: ...t let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen The...

Page 197: ...s 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...

Page 198: ...b the hill better D Stay in your own lane when 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...

Page 199: ...ions 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 ti...

Page 200: ...em accelerate gently Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Your anti lock brakes improve your veh...

Page 201: ...ummon 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 w...

Page 202: ...really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every ha...

Page 203: ...ve a three speed automatic transaxle Follow these steps 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Set the parking brake 3 Turn the ignition key to OFF to unlock the steering wheel See Ignition Positions in...

Page 204: ...he ground if you have a four speed automatic or a five speed manual transaxle Follow these steps 1 Set the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition key to OFF to unlock the steering wheel 3 Shift your transa...

Page 205: ...roperly carry The Tire Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the driver s door tells you the proper size speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle It...

Page 206: ...a heavy load you should spread it out Don t carry more than 132 lbs 60 kg in your vehicle s trunk CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If...

Page 207: ...he tops of the seats D Don t leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle D When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can D Don t leave a seat folded down unless you nee...

Page 208: ...d weight The engine is required to operate at relatively higher speeds and under greater loads generating extra heat What s more the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling...

Page 209: ...have on your vehicle You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at Pontiac GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit Michigan 48232 5172 In Canada...

Page 210: ...the driver s door or see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Then be sure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It s important to have the c...

Page 211: ...y to tap into your vehicle s brake system If you do both brake systems won t work well or at all Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for...

Page 212: ...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 your hand to the right Always back up slowly and i...

Page 213: ...railer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades NOTICE Do not tow on steep continuous grades exceeding 6 miles 9 6 km Extended higher than normal engine and transaxle temperatures may result and dama...

Page 214: ...e curb When parking downhill turn your wheels into the curb 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb...

Page 215: ...elp you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review this information before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight Engine Cooling W...

Page 216: ...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 9 Engine Overheating 5 11 Cooling System 5 18 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 19 Chan...

Page 217: ...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 move the switch to...

Page 218: ...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...

Page 219: ...ing 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...

Page 220: ...don t explosive gas could be present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Don t get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medica...

Page 221: ...le with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive termi...

Page 222: ...nnection is just as good there but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts o...

Page 223: ...art on the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the negative terminal on the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle...

Page 224: ...if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you kee...

Page 225: ...ndow as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D for four speed automatic transaxles or DRIVE D for three speed...

Page 226: ...u decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see 2 2L L4 Engine A Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap B Electric Engine Cooling Fan 2 4L L4 Engine A Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap B E...

Page 227: ...and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down When the engine is cold the coolant level should be at...

Page 228: ...adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result In...

Page 229: ...olant in the Index for more information CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pres...

Page 230: ...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 In cold...

Page 231: ...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 an...

Page 232: ...ap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be l...

Page 233: ...to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane...

Page 234: ...l 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...

Page 235: ...ipment you ll need is in the trunk 1 Turn the center retainer nut on the compact spare cover counterclockwise to remove it 2 Lift and remove the tire cover See Compact Spare Tire later in this section...

Page 236: ...t off the adapter and remove the compact spare tire 4 Your vehicle s jack and wheel wrench are stored in a foam tray Remove the jack and the wheel wrench from the trunk Remove the band around the jack...

Page 237: ...e decorative nut caps using the wheel wrench 2 Then use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 3 Near each wheel well is a notch in the frame which the jack head fits in T...

Page 238: ...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...

Page 239: ...wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Ne...

Page 240: ...5 25 9 Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 10 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown...

Page 241: ...rque 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 sequen...

Page 242: ...uld cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place A Wrench B Jack C Flat Road Tire D Adapter E Wing Bolt F Cover G Nut Store the f...

Page 243: ...jury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare tire is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full...

Page 244: ...ou 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 i...

Page 245: ...ires 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 Ro...

Page 246: ...der the Hood 6 12 Engine Oil 6 17 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 19 Automatic Transaxle Fluid Three Speed only 6 22 Automatic Transaxle Fluid Four Speed only 6 22 Manual Transaxle Fluid 6 23 Hydraulic Cl...

Page 247: ...ou 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 manua...

Page 248: ...e 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 vehi...

Page 249: ...ized 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...

Page 250: ...or 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 cont...

Page 251: ...gasoline on yourself and 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...

Page 252: ...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 elect...

Page 253: ...ON 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 coul...

Page 254: ...ase the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood marked PROP ROD Use the prop rod sleeve when handling the prop rod Before closing the hood be sure all the filler ca...

Page 255: ...ou ll see A Coolant Surge Tank B Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C Engine Oil Fill Cap Dipstick D Brake Fluid Reservoir E Clutch Master Cylinder Reservoir If Equipped F Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipsti...

Page 256: ...e T you ll see A Coolant Surge Tank B Engine Oil Fill Cap C Engine Oil Dipstick D Power Steering Fluid Reservoir E Brake Fluid Reservoir F Clutch Master Cylinder Reservoir If Equipped G Battery H Engi...

Page 257: ...x 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 t...

Page 258: ...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 c...

Page 259: ...you add oil if you have a 2 2L L4 engine See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location This is where you add oil if you have a 2 4L L4 engine See Engine Compartment Ove...

Page 260: ...te 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...

Page 261: ...ed oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you use the short trip city maintenance sch...

Page 262: ...at 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 int...

Page 263: ...ir cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned...

Page 264: ...havethisdoneatthedealershipservicedepartment If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can...

Page 265: ...conds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P D Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps If you have a three speed aut...

Page 266: ...el into the cross hatched area on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It doesn t take much fluid gener...

Page 267: ...illy or mountainous terrain D When doing frequent trailer towing D 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 filt...

Page 268: ...ect there is a leak in the system Adding fluid won t correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Check and What to Use Refer to t...

Page 269: ...g explains 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...

Page 270: ...ngine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTI...

Page 271: ...the engine 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 vehic...

Page 272: ...e 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 Surge Tank P...

Page 273: ...f the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and 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 le...

Page 274: ...n 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 fl...

Page 275: ...eak 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 l...

Page 276: ...es 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 f...

Page 277: ...or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes See Caliper Knuckle Maintenance Inspection in Section 7 of this manual under Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections Properly...

Page 278: ...acking up and firmly applying the brakes a few times Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehi...

Page 279: ...alifornia to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicle Storage If you re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery...

Page 280: ...en Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package...

Page 281: ...bulb retainer one eighth of a turn counterclockwise and pull the bulb assembly out 4 Disconnect the bulb base from the socket by lifting the plastic locking tab 5 Snap a new bulb into the socket 6 Re...

Page 282: ...RXR screwdriver to unscrew the bulb assembly from the spoiler 2 Gently pull out the bulb assembly 3 Remove the bulb s by gently wiggling the bulb s from the assembly 4 Replace the bulb s and reverse t...

Page 283: ...fascia 3 Remove the bulb from the socket by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise 4 Replace the bulb and reinstall the bulb assembly by reversing Steps 1 and 2 Dome Lamp with Integral Reading...

Page 284: ...to reinstall the lens Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking See Wiper Blade Check in the Index for more information...

Page 285: ...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 i...

Page 286: ...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 Roug...

Page 287: ...s 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...

Page 288: ...re 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 sidewa...

Page 289: ...s 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 ca...

Page 290: ...fety 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 contr...

Page 291: ...verloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your v...

Page 292: ...tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong wh...

Page 293: ...ou 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 slowly an...

Page 294: ...painted surfaces with a clean damp cloth Cleaning of Fabric Carpet Your dealer has two cleaners Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner and Capture Non Solvent Dry Spot and Soil Remover for cleaning fabric and...

Page 295: ...ing 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...

Page 296: ...t cloth or sponge Commercial cleaners may affect the surface finish Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry CAUTION Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may severely weaken them In a c...

Page 297: ...loth at least every six months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint...

Page 298: ...sive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish NOTICE Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Foreign materials s...

Page 299: ...matic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner NOTICE...

Page 300: ...y 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 fr...

Page 301: ...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...

Page 302: ...and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts...

Page 303: ...ed Vehicle in the Index Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses Should your headlamps fail to function have your headlamp fuses checked right away Windshield Wipers Fuse The windshie...

Page 304: ...have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the...

Page 305: ...Fuel Pump Fuel Injectors Fuse Usage AIR BG Air Bag CRUISE Cruise Control Module Switch ABS Anti Lock Brake Ignition Blank Not Used RFA BATT Remote Keyless Entry System MIRROR Power Mirror LT HDLP Left...

Page 306: ...Used Blank Not Used O2 HTR O2 Sensor Heater HVAC Climate Control System WIPER Windshield Wiper BCM Body Control Module AMPL Audio Amplifier PWR WDO Power Windows Sunroof Circuit Breaker DRL Daytime Ru...

Page 307: ...A C Blower Fuse Usage PCM Powertrain Control Module A C A C Compressor FUEL PUMP Fuel pump HEATER BLOWER Heater and A C Blower Replacement Bulbs Lamps Bulb Number Back Up Lamps 912 Center High Mounted...

Page 308: ...l 1 8 quarts 1 7 L Cooling System 2 2L 10 2 quarts 9 6 L 2 4L 10 2 quarts 9 6 L Refrigerant Air Conditioning See refrigerant charge label under the hood Fuel Tank 14 3 U S gallons 54 1 L Tire Pressure...

Page 309: ...L ACDelcoR Type 41 963 Gap 0 050 inch 1 27 mm Windshield Wiper Blade Shepherd s Hook Type Driver s Side 22 inches 56 cm Passenger s Side 17 inches 43 cm Vehicle Dimensions Length All Models 180 9 inch...

Page 310: ...dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 7 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 21 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 30 P...

Page 311: ...t 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...

Page 312: ...o 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 y...

Page 313: ...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 perfor...

Page 314: ...le under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever...

Page 315: ...500 Miles 12 500 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or every 12 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or every 12 months whichever occurs first Tire Rotation Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Eng...

Page 316: ...tem 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...

Page 317: ...n Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern...

Page 318: ...er or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Servi...

Page 319: ...on Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and add...

Page 320: ...dditional information See footnote 33 000 Miles 55 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 36 000 Miles 60 000 km j Change engine oil...

Page 321: ...nths whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Chang...

Page 322: ...so 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 tempe...

Page 323: ...An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation patter...

Page 324: ...ect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rota...

Page 325: ...te 69 000 Miles 115 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 72 000 Miles 120 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months...

Page 326: ...j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires...

Page 327: ...s 145 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 90 000 Miles 150 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occu...

Page 328: ...ion Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and ad...

Page 329: ...nous 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 c...

Page 330: ...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...

Page 331: ...in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Ser...

Page 332: ...n pattern and additional information See footnote 30 000 Miles 50 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis compon...

Page 333: ...in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Se...

Page 334: ...or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing Manual transaxle fluid doesn t require change 52 500 Miles 87 500 km j Cha...

Page 335: ...ion See footnote Also 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 Change en...

Page 336: ...in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote 82 500 Miles 137 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An...

Page 337: ...See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 m...

Page 338: ...ous 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 ch...

Page 339: ...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...

Page 340: ...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 Check It is not nec...

Page 341: ...s 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 Index if necessary NOTE Do not use the a...

Page 342: ...to the RUN 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...

Page 343: ...g 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 br...

Page 344: ...r 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...

Page 345: ...akes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking Caliper Knuckle Maintenance Inspection If you operate your vehicle in a highly corrosive environment as indica...

Page 346: ...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 Wind...

Page 347: ...quivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol...

Page 348: ...vided 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...

Page 349: ...7 40 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 350: ...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 Assis...

Page 351: ...ts 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...

Page 352: ...erience 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 cu...

Page 353: ...hawa 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 avail...

Page 354: ...lumbia 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...

Page 355: ...ench 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 d...

Page 356: ...ree 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...

Page 357: ...oadside 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...

Page 358: ...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...

Page 359: ...ted 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...

Page 360: ...mited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is availabl...

Page 361: ...nnot 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 Washin...

Page 362: ...pe 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...

Page 363: ...rvice 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 pu...

Page 364: ...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 Pric...

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