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The 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Owner’s Manual

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Seats and Restraint Systems

This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the “SRS” system.

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Features and Controls

This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle.

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Comfort Controls and Audio Systems

This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system.

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Your Driving and the Road

Here you’ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions.

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Problems on the Road

This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc.

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Service and Appearance Care

Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good.

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Maintenance Schedule

This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use.

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Customer Assistance Information

This section tells you how to contact Pontiac for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. 
It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 8

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Index

Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. You can use it to quickly find 
something you want to read.

Содержание 1999 Grand Am

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

Страница 2: ...ver it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propriétaires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce guide e...

Страница 3: ...the manual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do...

Страница 4: ... something that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE ...

Страница 5: ...symbols have to do with your lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIELD WASHER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER VENTILATING FAN These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights ENGINE COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM BRAKE COOLANT ENGINE OIL ...

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Страница 7: ...estions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 13 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 13 Driver Position 1 21 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 22 Right Front Passenger Position 1 22 Supplemental Restraint System SRS 1 29 Rear Seat Passengers 1 32 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 35 Center Passenger Position 1 36 Children 1 39 Child Restraints 1 51 Lar...

Страница 8: ...just a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving 2 Way Manual Seat Controls Lift the bar under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Try to move the seat with your body to be sure t...

Страница 9: ... the seat to where you want it Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place Power Lift Seat Height Controls If Equipped The power seat switch is located on the lower left side of the driver s seat Raise the seat by holding the switch up Lower the seat by holding the switch down ...

Страница 10: ... To move the seat forward push the rear of the switch forward To move the seat backward push the front of the switch rearward Raise the front of the seat by lifting and holding the bottom front end of the switch Lower the front of the seat by pushing and holding the top front end of the switch Raise the rear of the seat by lifting and holding the bottom rear of the switch Lower the rear of the sea...

Страница 11: ...he seatback to where you want it Release the lever to lock the seatback Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to an upright position But don t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving CAUTION Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous Even if you buckle CAUTION Continued ...

Страница 12: ...elvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Seatback Latches 2 D...

Страница 13: ...of the rear seat 1 Fold the right front seatback forward by lifting the seatback latch fully 2 The seat will slide forward to allow someone to get into the rear seat area 3 Push the seatback upright to lock and slide the seat fully rearward to lock 4 The front passenger should try to move the seat to make sure the seat is locked into place Rear Seats Folding the Rear Seat To fold down the rear sea...

Страница 14: ...d from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow peop...

Страница 15: ... that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as ...

Страница 16: ...yellowblue 1 10 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop ...

Страница 17: ...yellowblue 1 11 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel ...

Страница 18: ...y belt even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety belts A Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of the...

Страница 19: ...o Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see the part of this manual called Children Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you ll want to know which restraint systems...

Страница 20: ... you more slowly 4 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 the belt Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able ...

Страница 21: ...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 could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash or if you pull ...

Страница 22: ...djuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without squeezing the release button to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falli...

Страница 23: ...r belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body ...

Страница 24: ...TION You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you ...

Страница 25: ...ou can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen ...

Страница 26: ... is twisted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it ...

Страница 27: ...door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy ...

Страница 28: ...ery quickly if they are to do their job and comply with federal regulations Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system CAUTION You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing your safety belt even if you have air bags Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Air bag...

Страница 29: ...he vehicle CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed This is true even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them You...

Страница 30: ...AG The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel ...

Страница 31: ... is between an occupant and an air bag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering ...

Страница 32: ... quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal or near frontal impacts What makes an air bag inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator which inflates the air bag The inflator air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and in ...

Страница 33: ... so If you have breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or door In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag D Air bags are designed to inflate only once After they inflate you ll need ...

Страница 34: ... the vehicle immediately and disconnecting the battery cables Don t let anyone start the vehicle under any circumstances See your dealer for service Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle You don t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle Your ...

Страница 35: ...they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go bac...

Страница 36: ...ate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part ...

Страница 37: ...s could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the 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...

Страница 38: ...wn child restraints and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide pulls 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 and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here s how to install a co...

Страница 39: ...ge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip 2 Slide the guide under and past the belt The elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide ...

Страница 40: ...r Positions earlier in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Rotate the guide and clip inward and in between the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop ...

Страница 41: ...lue 1 35 Center Passenger Position Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt ...

Страница 42: ...aveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed This is true even though your vehicle has N...

Страница 43: ...hild small enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint Infants need complete support including support for the head and neck This is necessary because an infant s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a frontal crash an infant in a rear facing restraint settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across ...

Страница 44: ...il a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint ...

Страница 45: ...es When selecting a child restraint take into consideration not only the child s weight and size but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used An infant car bed A is a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle It s an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface With an infant car bed make...

Страница 46: ...restraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs 9 kg and about one year of age This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant s head neck and body can have the support they need in a frontal crash Some infant seats come in two parts the base stays secured in the vehicle and the seat part is removable ...

Страница 47: ...These forward facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18 kg and about 26 to 40 inches 66 to 102 cm in height or up to around four years of age One type a convertible restraint is designed to be used either as a rear facing infant seat or a forward facing child seat ...

Страница 48: ...to 27 kg or even up to 36 kg and about four to eight years of age A booster seat is designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Booster seats with shields use lap only belts however booster seats without shields use lap shoulder belts Booster seats can also help a child to see out the window ...

Страница 49: ... rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here s why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags This is...

Страница 50: ...top strap it should be anchored If you need to have an anchor installed your dealer can obtain a kit with anchor hardware and installation instructions specifically designed for this vehicle The dealer can then install the anchor for you This work will be done for you free of charge Or you may install the anchor yourself using the instructions provided in the kit ...

Страница 51: ...hild restraint 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 belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face...

Страница 52: ...u ever had to 4 To tighten the belt pull up on the shoulder belt while you push 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 5 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure ...

Страница 53: ... ll be using the lap belt Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Run the vehicle s safety belt th...

Страница 54: ...u may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a righ...

Страница 55: ...lier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restrain...

Страница 56: ...ush down on the child restraint You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger...

Страница 57: ...ndow so the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But they need to use the safety belts properly D Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash D Children who aren t buckled up can strike other people who are ...

Страница 58: ... belt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides in the Index If the child is so small that the shoulder ...

Страница 59: ...e belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash ...

Страница 60: ...orn 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 new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you ve had a crash do you need new belts After a very minor co...

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Страница 65: ...Vehicle Break In 2 15 Ignition Switch 2 16 Starting Your Engine 2 18 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 20 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 23 Parking Brake 2 24 Shifting Into PARK P 2 26 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 27 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 27 Engine Exhaust 2 28 Running Your Engine While You re Parked 2 29 Windows 2 30 Tilt Wheel 2 30 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 2 37 Exterior Lamps 2 4...

Страница 66: ...n a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with children ...

Страница 67: ...sing this tag If you need a new key go to your dealer for the correct key code Remember to carry the pre cut emergency key which Pontiac sends after delivery for vehicles sold in the United States In an emergency call the Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program at 1 800 ROADSIDE or 1 800 762 3743 in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft...

Страница 68: ... belts properly lock your doors and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key or keyless entry system if your vehicle has this option From the inside you can lock the door by pushing the locking lever forward To unlock the door push the locking lever rearward Power Door Locks With the power door l...

Страница 69: ...mmed by the driver D Mode 1 All doors automatically lock when the transaxle is shifted out of PARK P The doors will remain locked unless manually unlocked or the lock button is pressed All doors will unlock when the transaxle is shifted into PARK P and the key is turned to OFF D Mode 2 This mode is only available with the remote keyless entry transmitter All doors automatically lock when the trans...

Страница 70: ...itches When the driver leaves the vehicle and pushes the power door lock switch to LOCK three chimes will be heard The doors will not lock Seven seconds after the driver s door has been closed all of the doors will lock the lamps will flash and the horn will chirp If the driver opens another door before the seven seconds the doors will not lock until seven seconds after the last door is closed If ...

Страница 71: ...l now work normally Anti Lockout Protection Anti Lockout Protection is a standard feature intended to provide enhanced security and convenience This feature prevents a driver who has left the keys in the ignition from locking the doors using the power door locks while any door is open To override this feature when the key is in the ignition and a door is open hold the power door lock switch for th...

Страница 72: ...y not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system If the transmitter d...

Страница 73: ...n to ON Programmable Horn Chirp When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to lock the doors or use the delayed locking feature the parking lamps will flash and the horn will chirp The programmable horn chirp can be disabled by pressing and holding either of the door lock switches in the unlock position for 10 seconds with the ignition ON and all of the doors closed When you hear the horn c...

Страница 74: ...se care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery in the keyless entry transmitter 1 Use a small coin or flathead screwdriver to separate the bottom half from the top half of the transmitter 2 Remove the battery and replace it with the new one Make sure the positive side of the battery faces down Use one ...

Страница 75: ...ock see your dealer for service Trunk To unlock the trunk from the outside insert the key and turn the trunk lock cylinder or use the remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the trunk...

Страница 76: ...t unauthorized entry into the trunk when the vehicle is left unattended The switch is located on the inside of the trunk lid mounted to the trunk lid latch To turn the lockout on slide the switch all the way to the left to ON To turn the lockout off slide the switch all the way to the right to OFF When the lockout is on the remote trunk release button on the driver s door will not release the trun...

Страница 77: ...ransaxle 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 valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area or take them with you Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle it s best to lock it up and take your keys But what if you have to leave your key D If possib...

Страница 78: ...ck system is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock at this time You may also want to check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index See your dealer for service In an emergency call the Pontiac Roadside Assistance Center at 1 800 ROADSIDE or 1 800 762 3743 In Canada call 1 800 268 6800 New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your vehicle ...

Страница 79: ...f you open the driver s door when the ignition is off and the key is in the ignition ACC Accessory B This position unlocks the transaxle It also lets you use things like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is not running To use ACC turn the key clockwise Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed but never try to push start your vehicle ON C This position is where the ke...

Страница 80: ...nsaxle Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped Starting Your 2 4 Liter L4 Engine 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn your ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine warms up NOTICE Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner And the excessive hea...

Страница 81: ...ler If you don t your engine might not perform properly If you ever have to have your vehicle towed see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Starting Your 3400 V6 Engine 1 Without pushing the accelerator pedal turn your ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your eng...

Страница 82: ...elerator pedal If the engine still doesn t start wait another 15 seconds and repeat this step NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly If you ever have to have your ve...

Страница 83: ...e coolant surge tank On the 3400 V6 engine the engine coolant heater cord is located near the air cleaner filter 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong...

Страница 84: ...his locks your front wheels It s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move...

Страница 85: ...ward could damage your transaxle Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transaxle see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NEUTRAL N In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is...

Страница 86: ...AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D for higher speeds THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal driving however it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D Here are some times you might choose THIRD 3 instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D D When driving on hilly winding roads D When towing a trailer so there is less shifting between gears D When going down a steep hill SECOND 2 This po...

Страница 87: ... This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object You can damage your transaxle Also if you stop when going 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 Parking Brake To set the parking brake hold the regu...

Страница 88: ...rking on a hill see Towing a Trailer in the Index That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving Shifting Into PARK P CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure ...

Страница 89: ...e suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and your parking brake is firml...

Страница 90: ...u must fully apply your regular brakes Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued can move suddenly You or others could be injured If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Your vehicle has a Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSI You have to apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition ...

Страница 91: ... unconsciousness 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 was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris D Repairs weren t done correctly D Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exha...

Страница 92: ...th the engine running Another closed 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 roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be...

Страница 93: ...t If the switch is pushed all the way the window will go all the way down To stop the window while it is lowering push the switch forward To raise the window push and hold the switch forward Lock Out Switch On four door models the driver s power window controls also include a lock out switch When the lockout switch is moved to the left with the red showing the driver and passengers will be able to...

Страница 94: ...it and enter the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your D Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator D Headlamp High Low Beam Changer D Park Lamps and Headlamps ...

Страница 95: ...y 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 you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and then check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index Headlamp High Low Beam To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam push forward on the turn signal mul...

Страница 96: ...ht rain or snow Move the stalk to INT then rotate the inner band labeled INT ADJ and choose the delay you want Rotate the inner band up for shorter delay times between wiper cycles Rotate the band down for a longer delay time between wiper cycles Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper b...

Страница 97: ...begin 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 When you release the button the washers will stop but the wipers will continue to wipe for about three times or will resume the speed you were using before ...

Страница 98: ...ION D Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic D Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t use cruise control on slippery roads If your vehicle is in cruise control when the...

Страница 99: ...ruise control RES ACCEL button for about half a second You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there If you press the RES ACCEL button longer than half a second the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the button or apply the brake So unless you want to go faster don t hold down the RES ACCEL button Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a...

Страница 100: ... cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t us...

Страница 101: ...mps D Side Marker Lamps D Taillamps D License Plate Lamps D Instrument Panel Lights Rotate the turn signal lever end cap up two positions to turn on your D Headlamps D Parking Lamps D Sidemarker Lamps D Taillamps D License Plate Lamps D Instrument Panel Lights Rotate the switch to OFF to turn all of the lamps off ...

Страница 102: ... system is on the taillamps sidemarker lamps park lamps and instrument panel lights will not be illuminated The DRL system will remain off any time your vehicle is in PARK P or the parking brake is engaged and the vehicle speed is less than 3 mph 1 9 km h As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it Automatic Light Control ALC When it is dark enough outside y...

Страница 103: ...ed headlamps feature will continue to illuminate the headlamps for 20 seconds after the key is turned to OFF If you wish to turn off the headlamps rather than have them remain on for 20 seconds turn the turn signal multifunction lever end cap up one position and back to OFF Fog Lamps The button for your fog lamps is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel beside the instr...

Страница 104: ...rror reading lamps if equipped and the footwell lamps will turn on Move the thumbwheel to the left to turn the lamps off Illuminated Entry Exit System When you lift the driver s door handle or open the driver s door the lamps inside your vehicle will go on These lamps will fade out after about 10 seconds or when the ignition is turned on after all doors have been closed These lamps will also go on...

Страница 105: ...o turn the lamps off Three Position Dome Lamp If Equipped The switch on this lamp has three positions The ON position will turn on the light The DOOR position will turn on the light whenever a door is opened or when the instrument panel intensity control thumbwheel is moved to the right The OFF position will shut off the lamp completely even when a door is opened ...

Страница 106: ...reactivate the interior lamps either D Lift the driver s door handle or D Open any door or D Press any keyless entry transmitter button if equipped or D Press the power door lock switch or D Press the remote trunk release or D Switch the dome lamp from OFF to ON Mirrors Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror This mirror can be adjusted two ways First to adjust the angle of the mirror move the mirror to ...

Страница 107: ...rview mirrors Select the mirror you want to adjust by turning the knob to the left or right Adjust each mirror so that you can see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position Turn the knob to the center to turn the remote control mirror off Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from t...

Страница 108: ...harp turns or quick starts and stops The net isn t for larger heavier loads Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can You can unhook the net so that it will lie flat when you re not using it Ashtray and Lighter If Equipped To use the lighter just push it in all the way and let go NOTICE Don t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays If you do cigarettes or other smoking mat...

Страница 109: ... sunroof To fully open the sunroof push the switch back again and release This is the express open mode of the sunroof and sunshade To close the sunroof push the switch forward and hold it until the sunroof is closed The sunroof will stop if the switch is released during operation If desired you may close the sunshade by hand The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or closed if your vehicle has a...

Страница 110: ...yellowblue 2 46 The Instrument Panel Your Information System ...

Страница 111: ...tion Lever D Horn E Instrument Cluster F Windshield Wiper Washer Lever G Ignition Switch H Enhanced Traction System I Hazard Switch J Audio System K Climate Control System L Cigarette Lighter M Gear Shift Lever N Cruise Control Switches If Equipped O Steering Wheel Audio System If Equipped P Tilt Wheel Lever Q Hood Release Handle R Fuse Panel ...

Страница 112: ... 48 Instrument Panel Cluster Your vehicle is equipped with this cluster or one very similar to it It includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages Be sure to read about them ...

Страница 113: ...tal of the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far you have driven since you last reset it The reset button is located next to the trip odometer To reset the trip odometer to zero press and hold the reset bu...

Страница 114: ...can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow this manual s advic...

Страница 115: ...properly Have your vehicle serviced right away The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to ON If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Charging System Indicator Light The charging system indicator light will come on when you turn on the ignition but the engine is not running as a check to ...

Страница 116: ...oad and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident ...

Страница 117: ...u don t have anti lock brakes and there s a problem with your regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light earlier in this section The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Enhanced Traction System Warning Light With the Enhanced Traction...

Страница 118: ...tem is affected by an engine related problem the system will turn off and the warning light will come on If the Enhanced Traction System warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on and the parking brake is fully released your vehicle needs service Enhanced Traction System Active Light When your Enhanced Traction System is limiting wheel spin this...

Страница 119: ...visible signs of steam see Engine Overheating in the Index before opening the hood Have your vehicle serviced as soon as you can Engine Coolant Temperature Gage United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the red area the light comes on and you hear a chime your engine is too hot It means that your engine coolant has overheated The Problems on...

Страница 120: ...ving on partially cleared pavement When the CHECK TIRE PRESSURE light comes on you should stop as soon as you can and check all your tires for damage If a tire is flat see If a Tire Goes Flat in the Index Also check the tire pressure in all four tires as soon as you can See Inflation Tire Pressure in the Index The light will stay on until you turn off the ignition or reset the system See Tire Pres...

Страница 121: ...m is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty NOTICE Modifications made to the engin...

Страница 122: ...steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualifi...

Страница 123: ... none of the above steps have made the light turn off have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Oil Pressure Light If you have a low engine oil pressure problem this light will stay on after you start your engine or come on and you will hear a chi...

Страница 124: ...ng your vehicle or comes on and chimes while you are driving your engine oil level should be checked Prior to checking the oil level be sure your vehicle has been shut off for several minutes and is on a level surface Check the oil level on your dipstick and bring it to the proper level See Engine Oil in the Index NOTE A false LOW OIL light may be generated when parking on steep grades The oil lev...

Страница 125: ...itor in the Index Security Light This light will come on when you turn the key to ON and will stay on until the vehicle starts If you re driving and the security light comes on and remains on your PasslockR system is not working properly Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock and you should see your dealer Cruise Light If Equipped The CRUISE light comes on whenever you set your cruise control L...

Страница 126: ...he light will come on and you will hear a chime You still have a little fuel left but you should get more soon Here are four things that some owners ask about None of these show a problem with your fuel gage D At the service station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full D It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the ...

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Страница 129: ... 6 Ventilation System 3 7 Audio Systems 3 7 Setting the Clock for AM FM Stereo 3 7 Setting the Clock for All Systems Except AM FM Stereo 3 7 AM FM Stereo 3 9 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equipped 3 12 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Equalizer If Equipped 3 14 Remote Cassette Tape Player If Equipped 3 16 Theft Deterrent Feature If Equipped 3 18 Audio Steering Wheel Controls I...

Страница 130: ...Knob The right control knob changes the functions of your system MAX Use for maximum cooling This setting recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle It maximizes your air conditioner s performance and your vehicle s fuel economy The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this position when it is needed to help dry the air in the vehicle VENT In this position most of the airflo...

Страница 131: ...pressor The indicator light will glow when the button is pressed to indicate that the air conditioning system has been turned on The fan knob must be set to a speed Air Conditioning The air conditioner and heater work best if you keep your windows closed while using them Your vehicle also has the flow through ventilation system described later in this section On very hot days open the windows long...

Страница 132: ... temperature control as desired To defrost the front window quickly rotate the temperature control knob all the way in the red area Use FRONT DEFROST and adjust the fan to the highest speed To warm passengers while keeping the front window clean use DEFOG Your vehicle is equipped with side window defogger vents The side window defogger vents are located on the outside of the side instrument panel ...

Страница 133: ...t time the button is pressed and after five minutes each additional time the button is pressed You can turn the defogger off by pressing the button again or turning off the ignition Do not attach a temporary vehicle license across the defogger grid on the rear window NOTICE Don t use a razor blade or anything else sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming...

Страница 134: ...s running 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 inside of your windows D When you enter a vehicle in cold weather adjust the mode knob to FLOOR and the fan to the highest speed for a few moments before driving off This helps clear the intake ducts...

Страница 135: ...r appears on the display Press and hold the SEEK up arrow until the correct minute appears on the display Setting the Clock for All Systems Except AM FM Stereo Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears Press and hold MIN until the correct minute appears There will be a two second delay before the clock goes into time set mode and the colon on the display will blink while in this mode AM FM ...

Страница 136: ...tations already set up to three more stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining buttons at the same time Just 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET SET will appear on the display 3 Press any two adjoining pushbuttons at the same time within five seconds Whenever you press the same buttons the station you set will return 4 Repeat the steps for each pair of pushbuttons Setting...

Страница 137: ...ts stored position when you re not using it SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FM1 and six FM2 Just 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select the band 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered...

Страница 138: ...f the cassette are playing The tape player automatically begins playing the other side when it reaches the end of the tape If E and a number appear on the radio display the tape won t play because of an error D E10 The tape is tight and the player can t turn the tape hubs Remove the tape Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil Turn the tape...

Страница 139: ...during REV operation by using SEEK or TUNE FWD 6 Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape Press the button again to return to playing speed The radio will play the last selected station while the tape advances You may select stations during FWD operation by using SEEK or TUNE AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a tape is in the player TAPE PLAY Press this button ...

Страница 140: ...o seconds indicating the feature is active D Insert the adapter It will power up the radio and begin playing This override routine will remain active until EJECT is pressed AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Equalizer If Equipped Playing the Radio POWER VOL Push this knob to turn the system on and off To increase volume turn the knob clockwise Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume REC...

Страница 141: ...t of your audio system Slide the levers up to boost or down to reduce frequency range Adjusting the Speakers BAL Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position balances the s...

Страница 142: ...s button to quickly reverse within a track Release it to play the passage You will hear sound at a reduced volume The display will show elapsed time FWD 6 Press and hold this button to quickly advance within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume The display will show elapsed time RECALL Press this button to see what track is currently playing Press RECALL again within five seconds to see...

Страница 143: ... of the cassette reel or until you press REV again Use the SEEK button or the TUNE knob to play the radio during REV The radio plays the last selected station FWD 6 Press this button to rapidly advance the tape The tape will rapidly advance to the end of the cassette reel or until you press FWD again Use the SEEK button or the TUNE knob to play the radio during FWD The radio plays the last selecte...

Страница 144: ...edure NOTE If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4 1 Write down any three or four digit number from 000 to 1999 and keep it in a safe place separate from the vehicle 2 Turn the ignition to ACC or ON 3 Turn the radio off 4 Press the 1 and 4 buttons together Hold them down until shows on the...

Страница 145: ...er chance to enter the correct code before INOP appears If you lose or forget your code contact your dealer Disabling the Theft Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition to ACC or ON 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press the 1 and 4 buttons together Hold them down until SEC shows on the display 4 Press MIN and 000 will appear on the ...

Страница 146: ...AM FM Press this button to choose AM FM1 or FM2 If a cassette tape or compact disc is playing it will stop and the radio will play PRESET Press this button to play a station you have programmed on the radio preset buttons If a cassette tape is playing press this button to play the other side of the tape If a compact disc is playing press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequent...

Страница 147: ...mal can be loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage D Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting D Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio m...

Страница 148: ...te to see if it is the tape or the tape player at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player The recommended cleaning method for your cassette tape player is the use of a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your ...

Страница 149: ...er serviced Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a disc is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the ...

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Страница 151: ... Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 10 Steering 4 12 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 14 Loss of Control 4 15 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 20 City Driving 4 21 Freeway Driving 4 22 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 22 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 25 Winter Driving 4 29 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 31 Loading Your Vehicle 4 33 Towing a Trail...

Страница 152: ...ost preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone...

Страница 153: ...drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on t...

Страница 154: ...In some other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the drivi...

Страница 155: ...lcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness ...

Страница 156: ... bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 66...

Страница 157: ...till have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start your engine or when you begin to drive away your anti lock brake system...

Страница 158: ...pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you won t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes Using Anti Lock Don t pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti lock work for you You may feel a slight brake pedal pul...

Страница 159: ...ction System operates in all transaxle shift lever positions But the system can upshift the transaxle only as high as the shift lever position you ve chosen so you should use the lower gears only when necessary See Automatic Transaxle in the Index When the system is on and the parking brake is fully released this warning light will come on to let you know if there s a problem See Enhanced Traction...

Страница 160: ...uch more effort Variable Effort Steering If Equipped This steering system provides lighter steering effort for parking and at low vehicle speeds Steering effort will increase at higher speeds for improved road feel Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here s why Experien...

Страница 161: ...t wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly ...

Страница 162: ...le is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that yo...

Страница 163: ...ally indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic D Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle...

Страница 164: ...l Let s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers...

Страница 165: ...t to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding ...

Страница 166: ...ses at night They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid stari...

Страница 167: ...et wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It s wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield wash...

Страница 168: ...kes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally ...

Страница 169: ...ydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the un...

Страница 170: ... Get a 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 See the next part Freeway Driving D Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you st...

Страница 171: ... merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use y...

Страница 172: ...Are all windows clean inside and outside D Wiper Blades Are they in good shape D Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have you checked all levels D Lamps Are they all working Are the lenses clean D Tires They are vitally important to a safe trouble free trip Is the tread good enough for long distance driving Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure D Weather Forecasts What s the weather outl...

Страница 173: ...and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently D If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest service or parking area and take a nap get some exercise or both For safety treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain ...

Страница 174: ...downhill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill D Know how to go uphill Drive in the highe...

Страница 175: ...scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions 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 ...

Страница 176: ...d to drive on But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all You can get wet ice when it s about freezing 32_F 0_C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Keep the system on It will improve your ability to accelerate...

Страница 177: ...tch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that s covered with ice On an otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are ...

Страница 178: ...p and keep yourself and your passengers safe D Turn on your hazard flashers D Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow D Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep war...

Страница 179: ... push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel...

Страница 180: ... Body Function Control Module Cluster This will prevent your battery from draining while towing See Instrument Panel Fuse Block Left in Section 6 for the location of these fuses 5 Turn the ignition switch to ACC 6 Shift your transaxle to NEUTRAL N 7 Release the parking brake Remember to replace the fuses once you reach your destination To replace a fuse 1 Set the parking brake 2 Remove the key fro...

Страница 181: ...operly 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 also gives you important information about the number of people that can be in your vehicle and the total weight that you can carry This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the w...

Страница 182: ...e GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Don t carry more than 132 lbs 60 kg in your trunk CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These cou...

Страница 183: ...e secure it whenever you can D Don t leave a seat folded down unless you need to Towing a Trailer CAUTION If you don t use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured You may also damage your vehicle the resulting repairs w...

Страница 184: ...er adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are some important points D There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial ...

Страница 185: ...r Assistance Center P O Box 436008 Pontiac MI 48343 6008 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of t...

Страница 186: ... 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 correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Here are some rules to follow D The rear bumper on your vehicle is not intend...

Страница 187: ...kes do not try to tap into your vehicle s brake system If you do both 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 the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are d...

Страница 188: ...d the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Making Turns NOTICE Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid mak...

Страница 189: ...ower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well On a long uphill grade shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph 70 km h to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attac...

Страница 190: ...gs that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil drive belt cooling system and brake adjustment Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review this information before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight...

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Страница 193: ...t some problems 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 17 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 18 Changing a Flat Tire 5 27 Compact Spare Tire 5 28 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Страница 194: ...ent panel to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers press the button When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet ...

Страница 195: ...ngs can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelco FreedomR battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test or jump start the battery if the hydrometer looks clear or light yellow Replace the battery when there is a clear or light yellow hydrometer and a cranking complaint Trying to s...

Страница 196: ...ehicles involved in the jump start procedure Put an automatic transaxle in PARK P or a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL N before setting the parking brake 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries In addition it could save your radi...

Страница 197: ...luid contains acid that can burn you Don t get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 6 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go ...

Страница 198: ...erminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 9 Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery ...

Страница 199: ...he SECURITY light flashes wait until the light stops flashing Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 12 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service 13 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal A Heavy Unpainted Me...

Страница 200: ...owing it D Use only the correct hooks NOTICE Use the proper towing equipment to avoid damage to the bumper fascia or fog lamp areas of the vehicle With current trends in automotive styles and design it is essential that the correct towing equipment is used to tow a vehicle Your vehicle can be towed with wheel lift equipment or car carrier equipment When using wheel lift equipment and towing the ve...

Страница 201: ...engine 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 keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool...

Страница 202: ...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 gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park...

Страница 203: ...ap B Electric Engine Cooling Fan CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down ...

Страница 204: ...UTION Continued CAUTION Continued Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate f...

Страница 205: ...ven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at or above FULL COLD add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant at the coolant surge tank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out an...

Страница 206: ...e could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts So use the recommended coolant CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant cont...

Страница 207: ...rge 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 and then stop This will allow any pressure still left to be vented out the discharge hose wait for that to stop 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it ...

Страница 208: ...sure cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark or just above the small cylinder at the base of the opening ...

Страница 209: ...d what 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 position and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any...

Страница 210: ...nd they could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the o...

Страница 211: ...ver counterclockwise to remove it Lift and remove the cover See Compact Spare Tire later in this section for more information about the compact spare Turn the wing nut counterclockwise and remove it Then lift off the spacer and remove the spare tire Remove the jack and wheel wrench from the trunk Your vehicle s jack and wheel wrench are stored in a foam tray Remove the band around the jack ...

Страница 212: ...nch B Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Remove the wheel nut caps you may need to use the wheel wrench to loosen and remove them if your fingers do not fit into this small area 2 Then use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet ...

Страница 213: ...it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before rais...

Страница 214: ... wheel wrench clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit 5 Remove all of the wheel nuts 6 Remove the flat tire 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel ...

Страница 215: ...l 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 Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 8 Replace the wheel and nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the whe...

Страница 216: ...hown CAUTION Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 lb ft 140 N m ...

Страница 217: ...act spare you could damage the cover or the spare Storing the Flat Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Store the flat tire in the compact spare tire compartment Place the tire in the compartment then secure...

Страница 218: ... passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire in the Index See the storage instructions label to replace your compact spare into your trunk properl...

Страница 219: ...miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have your full size tire repaired or replaced where you want You must calibrate the tire pressure monitor system after installing or removing the compact spare See Tire Pressure Monitor in the Index The system may not work correctly whenthecompactspareisinstalledonthevehicle Ofcourse it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you...

Страница 220: ... Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck you will need to spin the wheels but you don t want to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That ...

Страница 221: ...left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxle is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that may f...

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Страница 223: ...6 8 Checking Things Under the Hood 6 12 Engine Oil 6 18 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 19 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 19 Thermostat 6 20 Engine Coolant 6 23 Power Steering Fluid 6 24 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 25 Brakes 6 29 Battery 6 30 Bulb Replacement 6 35 Tires 6 45 Appearance Care 6 46 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 6 48 Care of Safety Belts 6 49 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 6 51 Fin...

Страница 224: ...k If you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index You sh...

Страница 225: ... recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which have been developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association AAMA and endorsed by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection Gasolines meeting the AAMA specification could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasoline...

Страница 226: ...your service station operator whether or not the fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines If fuels containing MMT are used spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized Pontiac dealer for service To provide c...

Страница 227: ...to club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Filling Your Tank CAUTION Gasoline vapor is highly flammable It burns ...

Страница 228: ...urself 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 and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon ...

Страница 229: ...l tank and emissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others D Dispense gasoline only ...

Страница 230: ...at burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release The following sections tell you how to check fluids lubricants and important parts underhood To open the hood first...

Страница 231: ...hood prop rod from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer Then just let the hood down and close it firmly ...

Страница 232: ...T Engine When you open the hood you ll see A Engine Coolant Surge Tank B Engine Oil Fill Cap C Engine Oil Dipstick D Power Steering Fluid Reservoir E Brake Fluid Reservoir F Air Cleaner G Battery H Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir ...

Страница 233: ...E Engine When you open the hood you ll see A Engine Coolant Surge Tank B Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C Engine Oil Fill Cap D Engine Oil Dipstick E Brake Fluid Reservoir F Air Cleaner G Battery H Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir ...

Страница 234: ... engine oil level right away For more information see LOW OIL light in the Index You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground 2 4L L4 Engine ...

Страница 235: ... front of the engine behind the fan Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level 2 4L V6 Engine Shown 3400 V6 Engine Similar ...

Страница 236: ... kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged 2 4L L4 Engine The 2 4L L4 engine oil fill cap is located on the passenger s side of the engine compartment on the engine ...

Страница 237: ...ed by looking for the Starburst symbol This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleu...

Страница 238: ...il with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines Starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM GoodwrenchR oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle If you are in an area where the temperature falls below 20_F 29_C consider using either an SAE 5W 30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W 30 oil Both will provide eas...

Страница 239: ...Change Oil Light After changing the engine oil the system must be reset With the ignition key to ON engine not running push the RESET button located in the driver s side instrument panel fuse block The CHANGE OIL light will start to flash press and hold the RESET button again The reset is complete when you hear the chimes and the CHANGE OIL light goes out What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that...

Страница 240: ...aintenance Services in the Index CAUTION Operating the engine with the air 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 Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off NOTICE If the air cleaner filter i...

Страница 241: ...ly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher D In hilly 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 filter do not require changing NOTICE We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRONR III because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transaxle...

Страница 242: ... DEX COOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine temperature D Let the warning lights and gages work as they should NOTICE When 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 premat...

Страница 243: ... your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack...

Страница 244: ... steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark or a little higher If the LOW COOLANT light comes on and stays on it means you re low on engine coolant See Low Coolant Warning Light in ...

Страница 245: ...e glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in this system could indicate a probl...

Страница 246: ...p to the mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If you will be operating your vehicle in an area...

Страница 247: ...tem Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid D Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full D Don t use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is on the d...

Страница 248: ...d idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough...

Страница 249: ...r brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ll have to be replaced Don t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid D I...

Страница 250: ...or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM specifications If you have rear drum brakes they don t have wear indicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake...

Страница 251: ...pproved GM replacement parts If you don t your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your new vehicle comes with an A...

Страница 252: ...lbs in the Index For any bulbs not listed in this section contact your service department Halogen 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 Headlamps For the type of bulb see Replacement Bulbs in the Index ...

Страница 253: ...yellowblue 6 31 1 Remove the fasteners and the splash shield 2 Lift the two speed clips ...

Страница 254: ...Steps 1 through 4 to replace the bulb assembly and headlamp housing Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamp Bulb Replacement 1 Remove the headlamp assembly Refer to the removal procedure earlier in this section 2 Twist the bulb assembly retainer and pull out the bulb 3 Unclip the bulb assembly from the wiring harness 4 Reverse Steps 1 through 2 to replace the bulb assembly Be sure to properly align the...

Страница 255: ...semble the lamp Turn Signal and Stop Taillamp Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb see Replacement Bulbs in the Index 1 Disconnect the cargo net in the trunk 2 Pull back the trunk trim 3 Remove the four wing nut bolts which fasten the taillamp lens to the vehicle 4 Carefully remove the taillamp lens from the body and avoid scratching the paint or dropping it 5 Press the five tabs to release the p...

Страница 256: ... for more information Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways Here s how to remove the type with a Shepherd s Hook 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly toward the driver s side of the vehicle 3 Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2 For the proper type and size see Capacities and ...

Страница 257: ...er as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold D Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure D Worn old tires can cause accidents If your tread...

Страница 258: ...eck tire pressure You can t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they re underinflated Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Pressure Monitor System If Equipped The tire pressure monitor system can alert you to a large change in the pressure ...

Страница 259: ...oesn t replace normal tire maintenance See Tires in the Index If the anti lock brake system warning light comes on the tire pressure monitor system may not be working See your dealer for service Also see Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index When the CHECK TIRE PRESSURE light comes on you should stop as soon as you can and check all your tires for damage If a tire is flat see If a Tire...

Страница 260: ...during driving The system normally takes 15 to 20 minutes of driving in each of three speed ranges to learn tire pressures The speed ranges are 15 to 40 mph 25 to 65 km h 40 to 65 mph 65 to 105 km h and above 65 mph 105 km h When learning is complete the system will alert you after 2 8 minutes if a tire is 12 psi 83 kPa different from the other three tires Detection thresholds may be higher and de...

Страница 261: ... properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to us...

Страница 262: ...ze or location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Tire Loading Information label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are de...

Страница 263: ...ith the wheels on your vehicle Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires The Uniform Tire Quali...

Страница 264: ...igned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test w...

Страница 265: ...air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new ...

Страница 266: ...far it s been driven It could fail suddenly and cause an accident If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains NOTICE If your vehicle has P225 50R16 size tires don t use tire chains They can damage your vehicle because there s not enough clearance Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size com...

Страница 267: ... Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle be sure to follow the manufacturer s warnings and instructions And always open your doors or windows when yo...

Страница 268: ...rn D If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric 1 Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt 2 Always clean a whole trim panel or section Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines 3 Mix powdered cleaner following the directions on the container label to form thick suds 4 Use suds only ...

Страница 269: ...r for this product Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth Then let the leather dry naturally Do not use heat to dry D For stubborn stains use a leather cleaner See your dealer for this product D Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leath...

Страница 270: ...ning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon AmiR Powder non scratching glass cleaning powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not form...

Страница 271: ...ace or they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxi...

Страница 272: ...o the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on any wheels other than chrome plated wheels Use chrome polish only on chrome plated wheels but avoid any painted surface of the wheel and buff off immediately after applicat...

Страница 273: ...gh they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemic...

Страница 274: ...glast plastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels and floor mats 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse with water 1052930 8 oz 0 237 L Capture Dry Spot Remover Attracts absorbs and removes soils on fabric 12345721 2 5 sq ft Synthetic Chamois Shines vehicle without scratching 12345725 12 oz 0 354 L Sil...

Страница 275: ...and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on the bottom of your spare tire cover It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is D your VIN D the model designation D...

Страница 276: ...t breaker in the fuse panel protects the power windows When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible links This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical pr...

Страница 277: ...ADIO AMP Trunk Release Relay Motor RKE Audio Amplifier TURN LPS Turn Signal Lamps PWR MIRROR Power Mirrors AIR BAG Air Bags BFC BATT Body Computer BFC PCM ACC PCM DR LOCK Door Lock Motors IPC BFC ACC Cluster Body Computer BFC STOP LPS Stop Lamps HAZARD LPS Hazard Lamps IPC HVAC BATT HVAC Head Cluster Data Link Connector Circuit Breaker Usage PWR SEAT Power Seats ...

Страница 278: ... Steering Wheel Cruise Control Switch Lamps Fuse Usage CRUISE SW Steering Wheel Cruise Control Switches HVAC BLOWER HVAC Blower Motor CRUISE Cruise Control FOG LPS Fog Lamps INT LPS Interior Courtesy Lamps RADIO BATT Radio SUNROOF Power Sunroof Circuit Breaker Usage PWR WNDW Power Windows ...

Страница 279: ...e compartment fuse block is located on the driver s side of the engine compartment near the battery Fuse Usage Maxi Fuses 1 Ignition Switch 2 Left Hand Electrical Center Power Seats Power Mirrors Door Locks Trunk Release Audio Amplifier Remote Lock Control ...

Страница 280: ...ys 9 Rear Defog 10 Not Used 11 Anti Lock Brakes 12 Cooling Fan 13 HVAC Blower Climate Control 14 Cooling Fan 15 Cooling Fan Fuse Usage Micro Relays 16 Air Conditioning Compressor 17 Not Used 18 Fuel Pump 19 Automatic Light Control 20 Automatic Light Control 21 Horn 22 Daytime Running Lamps Mini Fuses 23 32 Spare Fuse Holder 33 Rear Defog 34 Accessory Power Outlets Cigar Lighter 35 Anti Lock Brakes...

Страница 281: ...ck 43 Horn 44 Powertrain Control Module 45 Parking Lamps 46 Rear Defog Daytime Running Lamps Climate Control System 47 Canister Vent Valve Exhaust Oxygen Sensors Fuse Usage 48 Fuel Pump Injectors 49 Generator 50 Right Hand Headlamp 51 Left Hand Headlamp 52 Cooling Fan 53 HVAC Blower Climate Control 54 Not Used 55 Not Used 56 Fuse Puller for Mini Fuses 57 Not Used ...

Страница 282: ...ications Engine Crankcase 2 4L L4 Engine 4 0 quarts 3 8 L 3400 V6 Engine 4 5 quarts 4 3 L Cooling System 2 4L L4 Engine 11 3 quarts 10 7 L 3400 V6 Engine 13 6 quarts 12 9 L Refrigerant Air Conditioning See refrigerant charge label under the hood Fuel Tank 15 0 gallons 56 8 L Tire Pressures Sizes See Tire Loading Information label on the rear driver s side passenger door Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft ...

Страница 283: ...rigerant be sure the proper refrigerant is used If you re not sure ask your dealer Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Element 2 4L L4 AC Type A 1279C 3400 V6 AC Type A 1279C Engine Oil Filter 2 4L L4 AC Type PF 44 3400 V6 AC Type PF 47 Spark Plugs 2 4L L4 AC Type S41 963 Platinum Plug Gap 0 050 inch 1 27 mm 3400 V6 AC Type S41 940 Platinum Plug Gap 0 060 inch 1 52 mm Windshield Wiper...

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Страница 287: ...ese services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 2 How this Section is Organized 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 13 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 17 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 19 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 20 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Страница 288: ...can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly How This Section is Organized The remainder of this section is divided into five parts Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services shows wh...

Страница 289: ...lp keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants lists some recommended products to help keep your vehicle properly maintained These products or their equivalents should be used whether you do the work yoursel...

Страница 290: ...ou drive If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in...

Страница 291: ... performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Your vehicle has an Engine Oil Life Monitor This monitor will show you when to change the engine oil and filter usually between 3 000 miles 5 000 km and 7 500 miles 12 500 km since your last oil change Under severe conditions the indicator may come on before 3 000 miles 5 000 km Never drive your vehicle more than 7 500 miles 12 ...

Страница 292: ... Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oi...

Страница 293: ...r filter An Emission Control Service j Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote 37 500 Miles 62 500 km j Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection an...

Страница 294: ...ditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi ...

Страница 295: ...ngine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service j Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Inspect fuel tank cap and line...

Страница 296: ...ol Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote 82 500 Miles 137 500 km j Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine...

Страница 297: ...e Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km j Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection ...

Страница 298: ... In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to us...

Страница 299: ...Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid i...

Страница 300: ...ng in the Index Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Automatic Transaxle Inspection It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level A transaxle f...

Страница 301: ... works in any other position your vehicle needs service Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSI Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake see Parking Brake in the In...

Страница 302: ...s to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by...

Страница 303: ...lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks 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 the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions wh...

Страница 304: ...um brake linings for wear and cracks Inspect other brake parts including drums wheel cylinders calipers parking brake etc The parking brake is self adjusting and no manual adjustment is required You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking Brake System Inspection GT Series Only Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines ...

Страница 305: ... 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 Brake Fluid USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Windshield Washer Solvent GM OptikleenR Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No 1052884 1 pint 1050017 1 quart or equivalent Automatic Transaxle DEXRONR III Automatic Transmission Fluid Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM P...

Страница 306: ...es provided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Страница 307: ...yellowblue 7 21 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Страница 308: ...yellowblue 7 22 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Страница 309: ...ion Procedure 8 5 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 5 Customer Assistance Offices 8 7 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 8 Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program 8 9 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 10 Courtesy Transportation 8 11 Warranty Information 8 12 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 12 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ...

Страница 310: ... elements are designed to make you realize that Pontiac recognizes you as a valuable customer appreciates your purchase decision and is dedicated to taking care of the most important person YOU PONTIAC CARES is A valuable feature that comes with every Pontiac a feature that offers a multitude of benefits that can give you safety security comfort and convenience ...

Страница 311: ...ing experience an enjoyable one and are discussed in greater detail in your owner s manual Pontiac is focusing on the changing needs of our customers and is committed to giving you an exceptional level of customer care throughout your ownership experience Our goal is to create total customer enthusiasm in our product and our services and make you the most satisfied customer in the world Customer S...

Страница 312: ...on Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative D Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of the instrume...

Страница 313: ...program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTY...

Страница 314: ...GMODC Customer Communication Centre 169 007 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Telephone 905 644 4112 Fax 905 644 4866 Caribbean Numbers 1 800 496 9992 English Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Puerto Rico 1 800 751 4135 English Dominican Republic 1 800 751 4136 Spanish Dominican Republic 1 800 496 9994 U S Virgin Islands 1 800 389 0009 Bahamas 1 800 534 0122 Bermuda Barbados Antigua B...

Страница 315: ...with free resource information such as area driver assessment centers and mobility equipment installers The program is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease See your dealer for more details or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323 9935 Text telephone TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program Call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463...

Страница 316: ...l free number is staffed by a team of technically trained advisors who are available 24 hours a day 365 days a year We take anxiety out of uncertain situations by providing minor repair information over the phone or making arrangements to tow your vehicle to the nearest Pontiac dealer We will provide the following services for 3 years 36 000 miles 60 000 km at no expense to you D Fuel delivery D K...

Страница 317: ...ne number of your location D Vehicle model year and color D Mileage of vehicle D Vehicle Identification Number VIN D Vehicle license plate number Pontiac reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when in Pontiac s judgement the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service it is added securi...

Страница 318: ...ed to drive the vehicle until scheduling can be accomplished If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait Pontiac helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several...

Страница 319: ...mation Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel Canadian Vehicles For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage ...

Страница 320: ...TSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS T...

Страница 321: ...8343 6008 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada Service manuals owner s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and past model General Motors vehi...

Страница 322: ...rmation about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 20 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 15 00 CURRENT PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify y...

Страница 323: ...999 90 00 1999 50 00 1999 20 00 1999 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax See Note Below GM PON ORD99 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents are to make checks payable i...

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Страница 325: ... 6 50 Antenna Backglass 3 21 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 52 4 9 Brakes 4 7 Anti Theft Radio 3 16 Appearance Care 6 45 Appearance Care and Materials 6 52 Arbitration Program 8 4 Ashtrays 2 44 Audio Controls Steering Wheel 3 18 Audio Equipment Adding 3 19 Audio Systems 3 7 Auto Down Window 2 29 Automatic Light Control 2 38 Automatic Overdrive 2 22 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 19 Gear Posit...

Страница 326: ...layer 3 12 Center Console Storage Area 2 44 Center High Mounted Stoplamp Bulb Replacement 6 33 6 60 Center Rear Passenger Position 1 35 Certification Label 4 32 Chains Tire 6 44 Change Oil Light 2 61 Changing a Flat Tire 5 18 Changing System Indicator Light 2 51 Check Tire Pressure Light 2 56 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 54 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 51 Child Restraints 1 39 Securing in a Rear...

Страница 327: ...ontrol 2 34 Cruise Light 2 61 Cupholders 2 44 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users 8 5 Customer Assistance Information 8 3 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 3 Damage Finish 6 51 Damage Sheet Metal 6 50 Daytime Running Lamps 2 38 Dead Battery 5 3 Defects Reporting Safety 8 12 Defensive Driving 4 2 Defogger Rear Window 3 5 Defogging 3 4 Defrosting 3 4 Delayed Headlamps 2 39 Dimensions Vehicl...

Страница 328: ...ine Overheating 5 9 Enhanced Traction System Active Light 2 54 4 9 Enhanced Traction System Warning Light 2 53 4 9 Ethanol 6 4 ETS Enhanced Traction System 4 8 Active Light 2 54 4 9 Operation 4 9 Warning Light 2 53 4 9 Exhaust Engine 2 27 Exterior Lamps 2 37 Exterior Lamps Lenses Cleaning 6 49 Fabric Cleaning 6 46 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 6 7 Filling Your Tank 6 5 Filter Air 6 18 6 61 Fin...

Страница 329: ...ting 3 4 High Beam Headlamps 2 31 Highway Hypnosis 4 22 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 23 Hitches Trailer 4 36 Hood Checking Things Under 6 8 Prop 6 9 Release 6 8 Horn 2 29 Hydroplaning 4 19 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 17 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check 7 16 Ignition Positions 2 15 Illuminated Entry 2 40 Inflation Tire 6 35 Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror 2 42 Inspections 7 17 Brake System 7 17 Engine Cooling...

Страница 330: ...or 2 51 Check Tire Pressure 2 56 Cruise 2 61 Enhanced Traction System Active 2 54 4 9 Enhanced Traction System Warning Light 2 53 4 9 ETS Active 2 54 4 9 ETS Warning 2 54 4 9 Interior 2 40 Low Coolant Warning 2 55 6 22 Low Oil 2 60 Low Washer 2 61 Oil Pressure 2 59 Safety Belt Reminder 1 8 2 50 Security 2 61 Service Engine Soon 2 57 Service Vehicle Soon 2 62 Loading Your Vehicle 4 31 Locks 2 4 Aut...

Страница 331: ...3 Monitor Engine Oil Life 6 17 Monitor Oil Life 6 17 Mountain Roads 4 23 Multifunction Lever 2 30 Neutral Automatic Transaxle 2 21 New Vehicle Break In 2 15 Night Vision 4 16 Odometer 2 49 Odometer Trip 2 49 Off Road Recovery 4 12 Oil Engine 6 12 Oil Life Monitor 6 17 Oil Pressure Light 2 59 Overdrive Automatic Transaxle 2 22 Overheating Engine 5 9 Owner Checks and Services 7 13 Owner Publications...

Страница 332: ...ront Seatbacks 1 5 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 29 Refrigerants Air Conditioning 6 60 Remote Keyless Entry System 2 8 Remote Trunk Release 2 12 Replacement Bulbs 6 60 Parts 6 61 Wheel 6 41 Replacing Safety Belts 1 54 Reporting Safety Defects 8 13 Restraints Checking 1 54 Child 1 39 Head 1 6 Replacing Parts After a Crash 1 54 System Check 7 14 Reverse Automatic Transaxle 2 21 Right Front Passenger...

Страница 333: ...Seats Easy Entry 1 7 Manual Front 1 2 Manual Lumbar Support 1 4 Rear 1 7 Restraint Systems 1 1 Seat Controls 1 2 Securing a Child Restraint 1 45 1 47 1 48 Second Gear Automatic Transaxle 2 22 Security Light 2 61 Security System 2 14 Service 6 2 Bulletins Ordering 8 13 8 14 Manuals Ordering 8 13 8 14 Parts Identification Label 6 53 Work Doing Your Own 6 2 Service and Appearance Care 6 1 Service and...

Страница 334: ...rs 2 45 Sunroof 2 45 Supplemental Restraint System 1 22 Surge Tank Coolant 5 11 5 13 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 6 22 Symbols Vehicle v Tachometer 2 49 Taillamp Bulb Replacement 6 6 6 33 Tape Player Care 3 20 Theft 2 13 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 16 THEFTLOCKR 3 16 Thermostat 6 19 Third Gear Automatic Transaxle 2 22 Tilt Steering Wheel 2 30 Time Setting the 3 7 Tire Chains 6 44 Tire Loading 4 31 Tire P...

Страница 335: ...Towing 4 40 Making Turns 4 38 Parking on Hills 4 39 Passing 4 38 Safety Chains 4 37 Tongue Weight 4 35 Total Weight on Tires 4 35 Towing 4 33 4 40 Turn Signals 4 39 Weight 4 35 Transaxle Automatic 2 20 2 21 2 22 6 19 Fluid 6 19 Transmitters Keyless Entry 2 8 Transportation Courtesy 8 10 Trip Odometer 2 49 Trunk Lock 2 12 Trunk Release 2 12 TTY Users 8 5 Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals 2 31 Tur...

Страница 336: ...el Alignment 6 43 Nut Torque 5 24 6 60 Replacement 6 44 Used Replacement 6 44 Wrench 5 20 Windows 2 29 Auto Down 2 29 Power 2 29 Windshield Washer 2 33 Fluid 2 33 6 24 Fluid Level Check 7 13 Windshield Wiper Blade Check 7 14 Windshield Wipers 2 32 6 54 Blade Check 7 14 Blade Replacement 6 34 6 61 Winter Driving 4 25 Wiper Blades Cleaning 6 48 Wrecker Towing 5 8 Wrench Wheel 5 20 ...

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