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Section 5

Problems on the Road

Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road.

Hazard Warning Flashers

Other Warning Devices

Jump Starting

Towing Your Vehicle

Engine Overheating

Cooling System

If a Tire Goes Flat

Changing a Flat Tire

Compact Spare Tire

If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow

Summary of Contents for 2002 Sunfire

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Page 3: ...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 4: ...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 5: ...nt colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle may be equipped with components and labels that us...

Page 6: ...v These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle...

Page 7: ...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 8: ...e 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 on the...

Page 9: ...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 Pull...

Page 10: ...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 without pushing on the seatback and the seatb...

Page 11: ...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 12: ...of the seatback and push the seatback 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 the...

Page 13: ...cles makes it easy to get in and out of the rear seat 1 Lift the right front seatback latch to release the seatback 2 Tilt the seatback completely forward and the whole seat will slide forward 3 Move...

Page 14: ...e safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System SRS or air bag system CAUTION Don t let anyone ride where he...

Page 15: ...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 16: ...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 17: ...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 18: ...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 19: ...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 20: ...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 21: ...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 22: ...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 b...

Page 23: ...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 24: ...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 25: ...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 26: ...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 27: ...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 28: ...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 wit...

Page 29: ...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 30: ...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 31: ...hold level If 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 desig...

Page 32: ...ded 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 q...

Page 33: ...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 34: ...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 35: ...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 36: ...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 37: ...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 38: ...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 39: ...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 40: ...the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the gui...

Page 41: ...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 42: ...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 43: ...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 44: ...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 45: ...ants 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 youn...

Page 46: ...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 47: ...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 48: ...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 49: ...collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap o...

Page 50: ...ollowing anchor points Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Once you have the top strap anchored you...

Page 51: ...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 52: ...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 53: ...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 54: ...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 c...

Page 55: ...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 restr...

Page 56: ...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...

Page 57: ...r 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 v...

Page 58: ...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 59: ...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 60: ...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 61: ...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 62: ...ine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 26 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 29 Manual Transaxle Operation 2 32 Parking Brake 2 33 Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only 2 35 Shifting Out of PARK P Auto...

Page 63: ...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 64: ...e 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 window wil...

Page 65: ...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 66: ...safe place If you lose your key you ll be able to have a new one made easily using the tag If you need a new key contact your Pontiac dealer who can obtain the correct key code See Roadside Assistanc...

Page 67: ...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 68: ...only that door s lock It won t lock or unlock all of the doors that s a safety feature Rear Door Security Lock Four Door Models Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent...

Page 69: ...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 70: ...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 71: ...m later in this section If you press UNLOCK again within five seconds all remaining doors will unlock Trunk Release The trunk will unlock when the vehicle symbol on the transmitter is pressed as long...

Page 72: ...our 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...

Page 73: ...itter 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 not...

Page 74: ...ause 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 between...

Page 75: ...ion is in OFF or ACCESSORY or the vehicle speed is less than 2 mph 3 km h Remote Trunk Release Lockout Your remote trunk release is equipped with a lockout feature The switch is located on the inside...

Page 76: ...d on the inside of the trunk lid of your vehicle This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle up to open the trunk from the inside Trap Resistant Trunk Kit To help prevent...

Page 77: ...key with you and you have an automatic transaxle it will be locked And remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your...

Page 78: ...em If the system is armed pressing the UNLOCK button 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 disar...

Page 79: ...theft deterrent system 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 Duri...

Page 80: ...r replacement 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 Wit...

Page 81: ...This position unlocks the steering wheel ignition and transaxle but does not send power to any accessories Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed but never try to push start your v...

Page 82: ...he 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 lever to PARK P or N...

Page 83: ...out 10 seconds to warm up your vehicle is ready to be driven Don t race your engine when it s cold If the weather is below freezing 32_F or 0_C let the engine run for a few minutes to warm up 3 If you...

Page 84: ...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 85: ...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 fou...

Page 86: ...rd could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension c...

Page 87: ...uld be injured To be sure your CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shift...

Page 88: ...sn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine...

Page 89: ...some times you might choose THIRD 3 instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D D When driving on hilly winding roads D When going down a steep hill SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but lower fuel eco...

Page 90: ...g uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the 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 Manu...

Page 91: ...al and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to NEUTRAL N NEUTRAL N Use this position when you start or idle your engine REVERSE R To...

Page 92: ...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 93: ...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 94: ...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 95: ...e 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 hill an...

Page 96: ...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 97: ...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 98: ...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 can...

Page 99: ...eft side of the steering column To tilt the wheel hold the wheel and pull the lever Then move the wheel to a comfortable position and release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunc...

Page 100: ...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 101: ...lk 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 yo...

Page 102: ...l resume the speed you were using before CAUTION In freezing weather don t use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision...

Page 103: ...en the optional enhanced traction 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 u...

Page 104: ...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 105: ...o 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 clutch pedal...

Page 106: ...different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Can...

Page 107: ...h the DRL 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...

Page 108: ...r 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 lamps...

Page 109: ...activated interior lamp must be turned off then on or D any door must be opened The battery saver feature will also be activated when any door is left open Mirrors Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror To...

Page 110: ...f your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position The mirror has a spring loaded breakaway design Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s sur...

Page 111: ...g these steps 1 Roll down the driver s door window 2 Fold the mirror toward the front of the vehicle Hold the mirror in position with your left hand 3 With your right hand move the adjustment lever ha...

Page 112: ...ay to uncover the rear cupholders There is a large removable cupholder located inside of the center console Convenience Net If Equipped Your vehicle may have a convenience net You ll see it inside the...

Page 113: ...urn into your ashtrays If you do cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire causing damage Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also swing them to the...

Page 114: ...uded with the equipment NOTICE Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug Sunroof If Equipped With the ignition on press a...

Page 115: ...2 54 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 116: ...System Switch D Turn Signal Multifunction Lever E Instrument Panel Cluster F Hazard Warning Flashers Switch G Ignition Switch H Windshield Wiper Washer Controls I Audio System J Climate Controls and R...

Page 117: ...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 118: ...en the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last reset the trip odometer to zero Your trip odometer can be seen when t...

Page 119: ...icate 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 warni...

Page 120: ...s ready If the 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...

Page 121: ...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 Brake System Warning Light Your v...

Page 122: ...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 123: ...d 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 set...

Page 124: ...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 125: ...problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty See Engine Coolant in the Index for information on what to do Your vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible Malfunction Indicator Lamp...

Page 126: ...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 e...

Page 127: ...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...

Page 128: ...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 129: ...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 130: ...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 131: ...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 132: ...t 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 that the gage indicated F...

Page 133: ...a System 3 7 Setting the Clock for Systems with Radio Data System 3 8 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equipped 3 13 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and R...

Page 134: ...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 the way counterclockwise to OFF In any other s...

Page 135: ...hrough the instrument panel outlets Most of the air is directed through the floor ducts and a little to the defrost and side window vents Floor This setting sends most of the air through the ducts nea...

Page 136: ...ect slightly warmer air to your lower body You may notice this temperature difference more at some times than others Heating On cold days use floor with the temperature knob all the way in the red are...

Page 137: ...itself off after about 10 minutes The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window It is designed to clear the center of the rear window first If you turn it on again t...

Page 138: ...ing Ventilation Tips D Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the insid...

Page 139: ...s Press and hold MIN until the correct minute appears The clock may be set with the ignition on or off Setting the Clock for Systems with Radio Data System Press and hold HR or MIN for two seconds The...

Page 140: ...and hold one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds until you hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds and flash the station frequency then go on to the next station Press one of...

Page 141: ...when you find the bass level you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached To adjust the treble press and release AUDIO until TRE appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to...

Page 142: ...the display Then press and hold the up arrow to move the sound to the front speakers or the down arrow to move the sound to the rear speakers F and a number will appear on the display when the sound...

Page 143: ...this section 1 PREV Previous Press this button or the left SEEK arrow to go to the previous selection on the tape if the selection has been playing for less than three seconds If PREV or the left SEEK...

Page 144: ...button to listen to the radio when a tape is playing The tape will stop but remain in the player The inactive tape will remain safely inside the radio for future listening TAPE Press this button to pl...

Page 145: ...r two seconds CAS will flash on the display indicating the feature is active D Insert the adapter into the cassette slot It will power up the radio and begin playing AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Pla...

Page 146: ...ton to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Turn this knob to choose radio stations SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the next or previous station and stay there...

Page 147: ...u may want to decrease the treble To adjust all of the tone controls to the middle position press and hold TONE until FLAT appears on the display EQ Equalizer This feature allows you to choose preset...

Page 148: ...tuned to You can use RDS to display program information and to control your radio With RDS the radio can do the following D Seek only to stations with the types of programs you want to listen to D se...

Page 149: ...select the interrupt format and press and hold the PROG TYPE button until you hear a beep The asterisk will be removed from the display and so will the brackets When you are listening to a compact di...

Page 150: ...nd A new group of words will appear on the display Once the complete message has been displayed INFO will disappear from the display until another new message is received The old message can be displa...

Page 151: ...tivated each time you play a CD As each new track starts to play the track number will appear on the display If an error appears on the display see Compact Disc Messages later in this section 1 Forwar...

Page 152: ...side the radio for future listening CD AUX Auxiliary Press this button to play a compact disc when listening to the radio CD will appear on the display when a compact disc is loaded Eject Press this b...

Page 153: ...ticular radio Follow these steps each time you want to change the stored settings All vehicles are shipped with this feature on This feature can be disabled by your dealer if desired Theft Deterrent F...

Page 154: ...nd 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 do the following D...

Page 155: ...ubbing 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 dealership GM Part...

Page 156: ...lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged If the mast should ever become slightly bent you can straighten i...

Page 157: ...TS 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 158: ...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 159: ...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 160: ...s 0 05 percent in both France and Germany 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 cours...

Page 161: ...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 162: ...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 163: ...t 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 peda...

Page 164: ...f 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 is program...

Page 165: ...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 ETS If your vehicle has the optional four speed automat...

Page 166: ...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 167: ...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 168: ...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 169: ...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 170: ...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 171: ...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 172: ...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 173: ...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 174: ...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 175: ...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 176: ...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 177: ...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 178: ...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 179: ...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 180: ...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 181: ...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 182: ...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 183: ...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 184: ...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 185: ...s long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps th...

Page 186: ...D What s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendations D How far will you tow Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they...

Page 187: ...or your vehicle could be badly damaged NOTICE Do not tow your vehicle from the rear Your vehicle could be badly damaged and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty Dolly Towing Your vehicle...

Page 188: ...is 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...

Page 189: ...hicle 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 If you...

Page 190: ...stated above do not tow a trailer To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But...

Page 191: ...and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads D Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer Don t drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers or no more than 55 mph...

Page 192: ...s the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle wi...

Page 193: ...o seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle See Carbon Monoxide in the Index Dirt and water can too Sa...

Page 194: ...are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still w...

Page 195: ...Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and or extra wiring Check with your dealer The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you sig...

Page 196: ...area turn off the air conditioning if you have this option to reduce engine load See Engine Overheating in the Index Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer at...

Page 197: ...mportant 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 fin...

Page 198: ...that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 3 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 199: ...the steering column Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Move the switch to the right to make the front and rear turn signal lamps fla...

Page 200: ...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 b...

Page 201: ...E If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigaret...

Page 202: ...with water and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cab...

Page 203: ...ositive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 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 8 Now connec...

Page 204: ...ve The electrical connection is just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Tr...

Page 205: ...d battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the terminal cover to its original position Tow...

Page 206: ...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 207: ...er and it s on turn it off 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest ge...

Page 208: ...it s safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see 2 2L L4 LN2 Engine A Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap B Electric Engine Cooling Fan 2 2L L4 ECOTECt L61 Engine A Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure...

Page 209: ...Keep hands clothing 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 The vehicle should be parked on a...

Page 210: ...ng If the engine is overheating the fan should be running If it isn t your vehicle needs service NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty NOTICE Whe...

Page 211: ...ank 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 If no coolant is visible in the surge tan...

Page 212: ...ld 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 col...

Page 213: ...oolant 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...

Page 214: ...is procedure until the level remains constant at the hash mark for at least five minutes 4 With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper rad...

Page 215: ...ls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator 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...

Page 216: ...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 217: ...you ll need is located in the trunk 1 Turn the compact 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 secti...

Page 218: ...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 219: ...ecorativenutcaps ifequipped usingthewheelwrench 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 i...

Page 220: ...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 221: ...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 222: ...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 223: ...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 224: ...op 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 Extension F Wing Bolt Extension Installed G Cover H Nut Store the...

Page 225: ...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 226: ...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 227: ...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 228: ...Container 6 9 Checking Things Under the Hood 6 14 Engine Oil 6 21 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 23 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 24 Manual Transaxle Fluid 6 24 Hydraulic Clutch 6 25 Engine Coolant 6 28 Su...

Page 229: ...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 230: ...ance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher If the octane is less than 87...

Page 231: ...in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfuncti...

Page 232: ...thing to your fuel Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clean air General Motors recommends that you use...

Page 233: ...able It burns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The fuel cap is b...

Page 234: ...If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly...

Page 235: ...age your fuel tank and emissions system 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 el...

Page 236: ...gs 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 bu...

Page 237: ...rop 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 caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve press...

Page 238: ...he 2 2L L4 LN2 engine you 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 Engine Ai...

Page 239: ...you ll see A Coolant Surge Tank B Engine Oil Dipstick C Engine Oil Fill Cap D Brake Fluid Reservoir E Power Steering Fluid Reservoir F Clutch Master Cylinder Reservoir If Equipped Not Shown G Battery...

Page 240: ...e 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 Engine...

Page 241: ...ou 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...

Page 242: ...ave a 2 4L L4 LD9 engine The dipstick s handle will be a yellow ring See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes...

Page 243: ...6 16 2 2L L4 LN2 and 2 4L L4 LD9 Engine 2 2L L4 ECOTEC L61 Engine...

Page 244: ...is part explains what kind of oil to use For engine oil 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 leve...

Page 245: ...Index for more information on location 2 4L L4 LD9 Engine This is where you add oil if you have a 2 4L L4 LD9 engine See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Be su...

Page 246: ...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 247: ...your oil The recommended 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 tri...

Page 248: ...or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain al...

Page 249: ...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 250: ...if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions D In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher D In hilly or mountainous terrain D W...

Page 251: ...ulic 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 flui...

Page 252: ...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 253: ...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 NO...

Page 254: ...en 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 veh...

Page 255: ...Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank 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 c...

Page 256: ...se A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for reservoir location How to Check Power Steering Fluid Tur...

Page 257: ...washer fluid until the tank is full NOTICE D When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can ca...

Page 258: ...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 259: ...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 o...

Page 260: ...ied 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 Prope...

Page 261: ...Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM brake parts When you replace parts of your braking system for example when your brake linings wear down and you need new ones put in be sure y...

Page 262: ...ound a battery without getting hurt 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 Replace...

Page 263: ...f a screwdriver to pull up the center of the fastener Be careful not to break the fasteners that hold the shield in place 2 Remove the bolts that anchor the headlamp assembly Pull the headlamp assembl...

Page 264: ...ulb do the following 1 Open the trunk and view the access hole under the rear shelf 2 Remove the bulb socket by twisting it in either direction then pull down 3 Remove the bulb and replace it 4 Reinst...

Page 265: ...enience net pry the fastener loose On vehicles with a convenience net remove the net and unscrew the fastener Then pull down the trunk trim 2 Remove the taillamp bulb assembly by turning it one quarte...

Page 266: ...iper 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 Replacement blades come in differe...

Page 267: ...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 268: ...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 269: ...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 270: ...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 271: ...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 272: ...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 273: ...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 274: ...ur 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...

Page 275: ...d damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it s contacting your vehicle and don t spin your wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the front t...

Page 276: ...one D Paint Thinner D Turpentine D Lacquer 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 man...

Page 277: ...the section use a sponge to remove any excess cleaner 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean water dampened towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caus...

Page 278: ...s 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 windshield under certain conditions Cleani...

Page 279: ...windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with a full strength glass cleaning liquid...

Page 280: ...ey 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 Ext...

Page 281: ...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...

Page 282: ...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 283: ...6 56 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials...

Page 284: ...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 285: ...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 286: ...are 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 correct a...

Page 287: ...Ignition Module F P INJ Fuel Pump Fuel Injectors AIR BG Air Bag CRUISE Cruise Control Module Switch ABS Anti Lock Brake Ignition APO Accessory Power Outlet RFA BATT Remote Keyless Entry System MIR DLC...

Page 288: ...d RR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger PWR ACC Power Door Locks Blank Not Used Fuse Usage Blank Not Used Blank Not Used O2 HTR O2 Sensor Heater HVAC Climate Control System WIPER Windshield Wiper BCM Body Con...

Page 289: ...on Switch Circuits BATT 1 Exterior Lamps Power Outlet Horn Audio Amplifier BATT 2 Rear Defogger Starter Power Locks Stoplamps ABS Anti Lock Brake System COOLING FAN Engine Cooling Fan PCM HVAC Powertr...

Page 290: ...se refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index for more information Engine Oil with Filter 2 2L L4 LN2 4 0 quarts 3 8 L 2 2L L4 L61 5 8 quarts 5 5 L 2 4L L4 LD9 4 0 quarts 3 8 L Automatic...

Page 291: ...y a qualified technician Air Conditioning Refrigerant R 134a 1 5 lbs 68 kg Use Refrigerant Oil R134a Systems Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Engine Air Cleaner Filter 2 2L L4 LN2 A 1172C 2 2L L4...

Page 292: ...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 293: ...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 294: ...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...

Page 295: ...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 296: ...nditions 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 occurs first Every 6 000...

Page 297: ...7 500 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 E...

Page 298: ...o 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 s...

Page 299: ...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 300: ...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 301: ...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 302: ...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 303: ...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 304: ...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 305: ...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 306: ...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 307: ...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 308: ...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 309: ...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 310: ...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 311: ...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 312: ...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...

Page 313: ...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 314: ...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 315: ...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 316: ...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 317: ...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 318: ...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 319: ...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 320: ...us 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 cha...

Page 321: ...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 322: ...ip 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 appl...

Page 323: ...eps 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 Do not use the acce...

Page 324: ...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 se...

Page 325: ...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 326: ...eaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect th...

Page 327: ...rake parts including drums wheel cylinders calipers parking brake etc Check parking brake adjustment You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result i...

Page 328: ...50 50 mixture of clean drinkable 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...

Page 329: ...Engine oil USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood Latch Assembly Secondary...

Page 330: ...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 331: ...7 40 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 332: ...3 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 5 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 5 Customer Assistance Offices 8 6 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Pontiac Roadside Assis...

Page 333: ...s that can give you safety security comfort and convenience What Makes Up Pontiac Cares D A 3 year 36 000 mile 60 000 km Bumper to Bumper Warranty D Customer Assistance D Roadside Assistance D Courtes...

Page 334: ...hould be taken STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales servi...

Page 335: ...ur Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Coun...

Page 336: ...172 1 800 762 2737 or 1 800 833 7668 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 ROADSIDE 762 3743 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish U S Virgin Islands 1 800...

Page 337: ...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 Pr...

Page 338: ...Jump starts We have quick easy access to telephone numbers of the following additional services depending on your needs D Hotels D Glass replacement D Tire repair facilities D Rental vehicle or taxis...

Page 339: ...ehicles To enhance your ownership experience we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation program...

Page 340: ...uel expenses up to 10 per day five day maximum may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle When your vehicle is unavailable...

Page 341: ...ibed herein at its sole discretion Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GO...

Page 342: ...Ottawa Ontario K1A 0N5 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 80...

Page 343: ...d intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warra...

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