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USAGE

FLUID/LUBRICANT

Supercharger

Supercharger Oil (GM Part
No. 12345982). See “Supercharger
Oil” in the Index.

Hood Latch
Assembly,
Secondary Latch,
Pivots, Spring
Anchor and
Release Pawl

Lubriplate

Lubricant Aerosol

(GM Part No. 12346293 or
equivalent) or lubricant meeting
requirements of NLGI # 2,
Category LB or GC

LB.

USAGE

FLUID/LUBRICANT

Hood and
Door Hinges

Multi

Purpose Lubricant,

Superlube

(GM Part

No. 12346241 or equivalent).

Weatherstrip
Conditioning

Dielectric Silicone Grease
(GM Part No. 12345579
or equivalent).

Содержание Grand Prix 2001

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Страница 2: ...ire change Emergency towing 1 800 762 3743 For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 that provides in an emergency 1 800 762 3743 For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 Courte...

Страница 4: ...Exterior and Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Convenience Net If Equipped Accessory Power Outlet Auxiliary Power Connection OnStar System If Equipped Sunroof Option Instrument Panel Warning...

Страница 5: ...g a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio Cassette Player CD Player Radio Theft Deterrent Feature Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting...

Страница 6: ...tenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records Fuel Checking Fluids and Lubricants GM Oil Life System Engine Air Cleaner Filter Brakes Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blad...

Страница 7: ...e it to quickly find something you want to read Section 8 Customer Satisfaction Procedures Customer Assistance Offices Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Warranty Information See Warranty...

Страница 8: ...ral Motors of Canada Limited for Pontiac Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell...

Страница 9: ...d a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that c...

Страница 10: ...thing that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read ot...

Страница 11: ...ave to do with your lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIEL...

Страница 12: ...e Station Guide Oil Viscosity Engine Oil See Section 6 Engine Oil Dipstick See Section 6 Fuel Use unleaded gas only See Section 6 for octane ratings Cooling System See Section 5 Hood Release See Secti...

Страница 13: ...ople Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 13 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 13 Driver Position 1 20 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 21 Right Front Passenger Position 1 22 Supplemental Rest...

Страница 14: ...e 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 Using a twisting...

Страница 15: ...aise or lower the front portion of your seat push the front of the switch up or down To raise or lower the rear portion of your seat push the rear of the switch up or down 4 Way Power Lumbar Driver s...

Страница 16: ...HI to warm the seat to a higher temperature To turn this feature off place the switch in the center position Reclining Front Seatbacks Lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat to releas...

Страница 17: ...job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt...

Страница 18: ...a crash Seatback Latches 2 Door Models On two door models the front passenger seat is designed to make it easy to get into and out of the rear seat Tilt the passenger seatback fully forward The whole...

Страница 19: ...They re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the Supplemental Restraint Sys...

Страница 20: ...kle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a...

Страница 21: ...1 9 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it...

Страница 22: ...1 10 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield...

Страница 23: ...nt panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts...

Страница 24: ...ey work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up...

Страница 25: ...which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt He...

Страница 26: ...s you pull up on the shoulder belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less...

Страница 27: ...e height adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without squeez...

Страница 28: ...is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase inju...

Страница 29: ...ou can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cau...

Страница 30: ...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...

Страница 31: ...sted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it...

Страница 32: ...n it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously inju...

Страница 33: ...right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position earlier in this section The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for two things If...

Страница 34: ...ring 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 bags are supplemental...

Страница 35: ...s plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag syste...

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

Страница 37: ...it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate...

Страница 38: ...parts of the bag that come into contact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the...

Страница 39: ...ot open or break the air bag coverings 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 v...

Страница 40: ...n 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 pro...

Страница 41: ...pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release butto...

Страница 42: ...l 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...

Страница 43: ...itions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints...

Страница 44: ...lastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elast...

Страница 45: ...rosses 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...

Страница 46: ...4 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 be...

Страница 47: ...one in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints...

Страница 48: ...uch until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will su...

Страница 49: ...are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatibl...

Страница 50: ...nfants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A yo...

Страница 51: ...restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surfac...

Страница 52: ...urfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positione...

Страница 53: ...aps and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type...

Страница 54: ...ear facing child restraint in a rear seat You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s...

Страница 55: ...hors already installed for the rear seating positions You ll find them behind the rear seat on the filler panel Anchor the top strap to one of these anchor points Be sure to use an anchor point locate...

Страница 56: ...straint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety...

Страница 57: ...cle has this feature by pulling the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor Then let the belt go back a few inches and try to pull the belt out again If you can t pull the belt out because it h...

Страница 58: ...belt D If your vehicle doesn t have the child restraint locking feature on the shoulder belt retractor tighten the belt by pulling up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint I...

Страница 59: ...child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate an...

Страница 60: ...ind it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child rest...

Страница 61: ...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 righ...

Страница 62: ...cle has this feature by pulling the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor Then let the belt go back a few inches and try to pull the belt out again If you can t pull the belt out because it h...

Страница 63: ...1 51 Two Door Models...

Страница 64: ...e retractor while you push 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 D If your vehicle doesn t have the child res...

Страница 65: ...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...

Страница 66: ...belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs...

Страница 67: ...is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper bod...

Страница 68: ...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...

Страница 69: ...might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a...

Страница 70: ...f Equipped 2 28 PASS KeyR III 2 30 New Vehicle Break In 2 31 Ignition Positions 2 32 Starting Your Engine 2 35 Engine Coolant Heater Option 2 37 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 41 Parking Brake 2 42 S...

Страница 71: ...cle with the windows closed is dangerous A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially...

Страница 72: ...small amount If the rear of the switch is fully pressed and released the window will go all the way down To stop the window while it is lowering press the front of the switch To raise the window press...

Страница 73: ...le with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don...

Страница 74: ...f a replacement key or any additional key is needed you must purchase this key from your dealer The key will have PK3 stamped on it Any new PASS KeyRIII key must be programmed before it will start you...

Страница 75: ...stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it D Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happe...

Страница 76: ...ocking The last door closed locking feature makes it more convenient for you to use your power door locks to lock all the doors when leaving your vehicle When a door is open three chimes will sound th...

Страница 77: ...ices in the Index to unlock the doors when the shift lever is shifted into PARK P then the doors will automatically unlock for you Also the doors will automatically lock when you move your shift lever...

Страница 78: ...ing the vehicle take your keys open your door and set the locks from inside Then get out and close the door Remote Keyless Entry System If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature you can lock and un...

Страница 79: ...ransmitter higher and try again D Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See the instructions that follow D If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for...

Страница 80: ...ped When you press the horn button on the four button remote keyless entry transmitter the headlamps will flash and the horn will sound This will allow you to attract attention if needed Remote Trunk...

Страница 81: ...he circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery do the following 1 Insert a flat object like a coin into the slot on the side of the...

Страница 82: ...programmed with several different features The features you can program depend on the options that came with your vehicle The following chart shows the features that can be programmed To determine wh...

Страница 83: ...SSORY to OFF and put the MALL PGM fuse back into the instrument panel fuse block Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting With delayed illumination the interior lamps will stay on for about 25 seconds a...

Страница 84: ...r of chimes that matches the number of the mode you want The mode you selected is now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions earlier in this section or program the...

Страница 85: ...may have been changed since it left the factory To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode do the following 1 Follow the instructions for...

Страница 86: ...o lock the doors using your power locks Mode 3 Last Door Closed Locking Only If the power door lock switch or remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped is used to lock the vehicle while any door is...

Страница 87: ...transmitter once all doors will unlock Mode 2 Remote Driver s Door and All Doors Unlock When you press UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter once the driver s door will unlock If you press UN...

Страница 88: ...n you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to unlock your vehicle your headlamps will flash to let you know the command has been received Programmable Modes Mode 1 Both Features Off Remote lock an...

Страница 89: ...he mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode do the following 1 Follow the instructions for Entering Programming Mode listed previously 2 Press the LOCK b...

Страница 90: ...grammed to Mode 2 The mode to which your vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to...

Страница 91: ...u lock the doors or the content theft deterrent system will not arm D The content theft deterrent system will disarm when you unlock the doors with the keys or the remote keyless entry transmitter Mod...

Страница 92: ...2 Insert your key fully into any door key cylinder and turn it to the unlock position This step is necessary to prevent accidental programming of this feature to Mode 2 Do not program this feature to...

Страница 93: ...oling system to its highest speed with the setting on VENT That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index D If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel op...

Страница 94: ...handle located inside the trunk on the latch This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle up to open the trunk from the inside Trap Resistant Trunk Kit To help prevent a...

Страница 95: ...el will be locked and so will your ignition and transaxle 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...

Страница 96: ...m will also cut off the fuel supply preventing the vehicle from being driven Arming with the Power Lock Switch Your alarm system can be programmed to arm when you use either power lock switch to lock...

Страница 97: ...arm when you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to unlock the doors The red light will stop flashing to let you know the system is disarmed Disarming with the Key The alarm system will disarm wh...

Страница 98: ...e of the high number of electrical key codes When trying to start the vehicle if the engine does not start and the SECURITY light comes on the key may have a damaged transponder Turn the ignition off...

Страница 99: ...u turn it off Your PASS Key III system however is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key III system at this time If you lose or damage y...

Страница 100: ...ove the key NOTICE If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can t turn it be sure you are using the correct key if so is it all the way in If it is then turn the steering wheel left and right while you...

Страница 101: ...ly NOTICE Don t try to shift to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transaxle Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped Shift Lock Release This vehicle is equipped...

Страница 102: ...hift lever into the desired gear position 8 Reinstall the override access slot cap You will not be able to remove the key from the ignition unless the shift lever is in the PARK P position with the sh...

Страница 103: ...th your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly Starting Your 3800 Series II V6 Engine 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn your ignition key to START When the engine sta...

Страница 104: ...waiting about 15 seconds repeat the normal starting procedure NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change th...

Страница 105: ...uld be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before s...

Страница 106: ...els It s the best position to use when you start the engine because the 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...

Страница 107: ...d could damage the transaxle Shift to REVERSE R only after the vehicle is stopped To rock the vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging the transaxle see Stuck In Sand Mud...

Страница 108: ...something may be wrong with a transaxle system sensor If you drive very far that way the vehicle can be damaged So if this happens have the vehicle serviced right away Until then you can use SECOND 2...

Страница 109: ...or you can damage the engine FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the shift lever is put in...

Страница 110: ...down with the right foot and push the parking brake pedal with the left foot When you lift the left foot the parking brake pedal will follow it to the released position NOTICE Driving with the parking...

Страница 111: ...level ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever i...

Страница 112: ...ft lever away from PARK P without first pushing the shift lever button If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t s...

Страница 113: ...you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK P while keeping the brake pedal pushed down Release the shift lever button Then move the shift lever...

Страница 114: ...ing into your vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with the en...

Страница 115: ...n t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you are parking on a hill and if you re pulling a trailer also see Towing a Trailer in the Index Horn Press at or near the horn symbols to sound the h...

Страница 116: ...n or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return to its original position automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluste...

Страница 117: ...rn off and stay off Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the band marked WIPER on the turn signal multifunction lever For a single wiping cycle turn the band to MIST Hold it...

Страница 118: ...k at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h When you apply the brakes the cruise control shuts off CAUTION D Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your...

Страница 119: ...it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more again you can move the cruise control switch from ON to R A Resume Accelerate briefly You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there Inc...

Страница 120: ...Hills How well the 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 yo...

Страница 121: ...dlamps Turn the knob to OFF to turn off the lamps A warning chime will sound if you open the driver s door when you turn the ignition switch to LOCK or ACCESSORY with the lamps on Daytime Running Lamp...

Страница 122: ...eadlamps change to the reduced brightness of DRL To idle your vehicle with the DRL off set the parking brake while the ignition is in OFF or LOCK Then start your vehicle The DRL will stay off until yo...

Страница 123: ...ht the interior of the vehicle so that you can see the inside of the vehicle before you enter at night The interior lamps will come on for 40 seconds when you unlock the doors using the remote keyless...

Страница 124: ...exiting the vehicle at night the vehicle is equipped with the delayed exit lighting feature The interior lamps will illuminate for up to 25 seconds when you remove the key from the ignition After 25 s...

Страница 125: ...identally leave the interior trunk or underhood lamps on If you leave any of these lamps on while the ignition is in LOCK or OFF they will automatically turn off after 10 minutes The lamps won t come...

Страница 126: ...for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar See OnStarR System in the Index for more information about the services OnStar provides Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror with...

Страница 127: ...ibration mode If your vehicle has the optional mirror with the compass temperature display and OnStar system press the on off button for nine seconds CAL will be displayed in the compass temperature w...

Страница 128: ...tar system press the on off button for six seconds Release the button when ZONE is displayed The number shown is the current zone number 3 Scroll through the zone numbers that appear in the compass te...

Страница 129: ...on the lower part of the mirror face for up to three seconds A light on the mirror will be lit when the feature is turned on It will go out when the feature is turned off Temperature Display The on of...

Страница 130: ...r passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than th...

Страница 131: ...tch forward Remove the hook and loop patch 2 Peel the protective backing from the hook and loop patch and press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener 3 Be sure that the button on your garag...

Страница 132: ...into an upright position Below the center ashtray is an open storage compartment In front of this you may have a smaller compartment for storing smaller items Rear Armrest Storage If Equipped If you h...

Страница 133: ...t the bottom of the ashtray until it is fully open To remove the ashtray cup lift the tabs on the sides and pull out On four door models an ashtray is located on each of the rear doors NOTICE Don t pu...

Страница 134: ...plugs may not be compatible to the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on the accessory pow...

Страница 135: ...he center will locate your vehicle and assess the situation If necessary the advisor will alert the nearest emergency service provider Call ANSWER END Button Use this button to answer a call If you ar...

Страница 136: ...cation For vehicle breakdowns press the OnStar button An advisor will contact the appropriate help D Remote Diagnostics If an instrument panel light comes on the center can perform a check of the engi...

Страница 137: ...imitations caused by atmospheric conditions such as severe weather or topographical conditions such as mountainous terrain D subject to cellular carrier equipment limitations Global positioning capabi...

Страница 138: ...in the Index Push the rear of the switch once and the sunroof will open to the vent position only You will need to open the sunshade by hand Push the rear of the switch a second time and the sunroof...

Страница 139: ...2 70 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Страница 140: ...E Hazard Button F Horn Driver s Side Air Bag G Trip Computer Driver Information Center DIC H Instrument Panel Vents I Interior Lamp Control J Exterior Lamp Control K Tilt Wheel Control L Audio Steerin...

Страница 141: ...United States Version Shown Canadian Similar 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 pag...

Страница 142: ...if the vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then that will be done If it can t then it will be set at zero and a label must be put...

Страница 143: ...ions 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...

Страница 144: ...This means the system is ready If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced...

Страница 145: ...ttery If you must drive a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake s...

Страница 146: ...parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system the light will come on when your engine is started and may stay o...

Страница 147: ...ff and the warning light will come on until your brakes cool down If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on your ve...

Страница 148: ...light will stay on for a few seconds after the Enhanced Traction System or the Traction Control System stops limiting wheel spin See Enhanced Traction System or Traction Control System in the Index Th...

Страница 149: ...g light It means that the engine coolant has overheated If you have been operating the vehicle under normal conditions you should pull off the road stop the vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as...

Страница 150: ...to your vehicle This system 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 em...

Страница 151: ...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...

Страница 152: ...ualified 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 Emissions Inspection and M...

Страница 153: ...the engine is not running the light will come on as a test to show you it s working The light will go out when you turn the ignition to RUN If it doesn t come on with the ignition on you may have a pr...

Страница 154: ...evel during the brief period when the ignition key is between RUN and START It does not monitor engine oil level when the engine is running Additionally an oil level check is only performed if the eng...

Страница 155: ...off before the gage reads full D It takes more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicates For example the gage reads half full but it took more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill it D...

Страница 156: ...3100 V6 or 3800 V6 Engine Only The Driver Information Center DIC gives you important safety and maintenance facts When you turn the ignition on all of the DIC lights illuminate for a few seconds Afte...

Страница 157: ...AJAR This light alerts you that the trunk is not fully closed LOW TRAC This light will come on when the enhanced traction system is limiting wheel spin See Enhanced Traction System or Low Traction Lig...

Страница 158: ...2 89 Trip Computer If Equipped 3100 V6 and 3800 V6 Engines...

Страница 159: ...2 90 3800 V6 Supercharged Engine When you start the engine the trip computer will display a mode A lighted oval will appear to the left of the mode currently being used...

Страница 160: ...Systemt in the Index RANGE Shows how much farther you can travel with the fuel you have before refueling When the range displays L for 40 to 50 miles 64 36 to 80 45 km the display will flash the word...

Страница 161: ...ction system and traction control system are automatically activated when you turn the ignition on This button will activate deactivate the system If you need to disable the system such as when you ar...

Страница 162: ...to RUN the HUD image will come on Then the Head Up Display will operate normally NOTICE Although the HUD image appears to be near the front of the vehicle do not use it as a parking aid The HUD was n...

Страница 163: ...el down until the HUD image is no brighter than necessary To turn the HUD off turn the DIM thumbwheel all the way down If the sun comes out it becomes cloudy or if you turn on your headlamps you may n...

Страница 164: ...an t See the HUD Image When the Ignition Is On D Is anything covering the HUD unit D Is the HUD dimmer setting bright enough D Is the HUD image adjusted to the proper height D Still no HUD image Check...

Страница 165: ...gger 3 6 Ventilation System 3 6 Audio Systems 3 6 Setting the Clock 3 7 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player 3 11 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player Option 3 14 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Pla...

Страница 166: ...ng compressor Driver s Temperature Lever The lever on the left adjusts the air temperature on the driver s side of the vehicle only The passenger s side has its own lever for temperature control Slide...

Страница 167: ...ted through the floor ducts and a small amount to the defrost and side window vents FLOOR This setting sends most of the air through the ducts near the floor The remaining airflow comes out of the def...

Страница 168: ...air and direct it to your upper body while sending slightly warmed air to your lower body Heating On cold days use FLOOR with the temperature levers all the way in the red area The system will bring i...

Страница 169: ...off after about 15 minutes If you turn it on again the rear defogger will only run for about seven and one half minutes before turning off You can also turn it off by pressing the button again Do not...

Страница 170: ...ving off This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows D Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects This helps air t...

Страница 171: ...ob lightly so it extends Turn it to choose radio stations Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station...

Страница 172: ...side Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player While the tape is playing use the VOL FADE BAL BASS and TREB controls just as you do for the radio The display will show...

Страница 173: ...for NEXT or SEEK to work The tape direction arrow blinks during NEXT or SEEK operation Press NEXT or the SEEK up arrow to stop searching The sound will mute during NEXT or SEEK operation PROG 3 Press...

Страница 174: ...amage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to s...

Страница 175: ...knob lightly so it extends Turn it to choose radio stations Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower stat...

Страница 176: ...e up The player will pull it in The compact disc symbol will appear on the display If the ignition and the radio are on the disc will begin playing CD will appear on the display next to the compact di...

Страница 177: ...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 a...

Страница 178: ...r selection TUNE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to choose radio stations Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to th...

Страница 179: ...ot using them Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in If the ignition and the radio are on the disc will begin playing If you want to insert...

Страница 180: ...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 a...

Страница 181: ...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...

Страница 182: ...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 ACCESSORY o...

Страница 183: ...selection with the down arrow AM FM Press this button to choose AM FM1 or FM2 If a cassette tape or compact disc is playing the tape or disc will stop playing and the radio will play PRESET Press thi...

Страница 184: ...d harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage do the following D...

Страница 185: ...ion non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealer GM Part No 12344789 W...

Страница 186: ...aminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Backglass Antenna Your AM FM antenna is integrated with your rear window defogger located in the rear window Be sure th...

Страница 187: ...ng 4 9 Traction Control System With 3800 Supercharged V6 Engine 4 10 Enhanced Traction System 3100 V6 or 3800 V6 Engine 4 12 Steering 4 14 Off Road Recovery 4 14 Passing 4 16 Loss of Control 4 17 Driv...

Страница 188: ...ventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is goi...

Страница 189: ...alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive Bu...

Страница 190: ...e other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we...

Страница 191: ...in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that perso...

Страница 192: ...erception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long...

Страница 193: ...ave 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...

Страница 194: ...el speed and controls braking pressure accordingly Remember Anti lock doesn t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close...

Страница 195: ...ruise control will automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may reengage the cruise control See Cruise Control in the Index This light should come on briefly w...

Страница 196: ...ystem ETS that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose trac...

Страница 197: ...the Enhanced Traction System on But you can turn the system off if you ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud or snow and rocking the vehicle is requir...

Страница 198: ...akes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels If there s no traction inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction If you ve ever tried to steer a vehi...

Страница 199: ...stops right in front of you You can avoid these problems by braking if you can stop in time But sometimes you can t there isn t room That s the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your...

Страница 200: ...another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or...

Страница 201: ...s are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the bl...

Страница 202: ...System or the Traction Control System or if the system is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foo...

Страница 203: ...roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead D In remote areas watch for animals D If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the day...

Страница 204: ...act repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your hea...

Страница 205: ...ey show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car wa...

Страница 206: ...oad If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There jus...

Страница 207: ...nd otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips D Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pa...

Страница 208: ...e 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 be...

Страница 209: ...re there isn t another vehicle in your blind spot Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to lea...

Страница 210: ...s it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tire...

Страница 211: ...s and also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads D Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the...

Страница 212: ...lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transaxle and you can climb the hill better D Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut a...

Страница 213: ...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 dri...

Страница 214: ...out 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...

Страница 215: ...e 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...

Страница 216: ...see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time...

Страница 217: ...ehicle must be towed see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index NOTICE Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components Loading Your Vehicle Two labels on your vehicl...

Страница 218: ...ry more than 167 lbs 75 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...

Страница 219: ...your vehicle D When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Towing a Trailer CAUTION If you don t use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you...

Страница 220: ...speeds and under greater loads generating extra heat What s more the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here...

Страница 221: ...ilering information or advice or you can write us at Pontiac GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communicati...

Страница 222: ...of the trunk lid 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 co...

Страница 223: ...ng and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before...

Страница 224: ...extra wiring Check with your dealer The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers...

Страница 225: ...D 3 instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can...

Страница 226: ...ulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil drive belts cooling sys...

Страница 227: ...hat can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 9 Towing Your Vehicle 5 10 Engine Overheating 5 13 Cooling System 5 23 If A Tire Goes Flat 5 24 Chan...

Страница 228: ...ake your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off The 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 butto...

Страница 229: ...s exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelcoR battery in your vehi...

Страница 230: ...rake 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Turn off the radio and all lamps that aren t needed This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save your radio NOTICE If you leave y...

Страница 231: ...ht Be sure the battery has enough water You don t need to add water to the ACDelcoR battery installed in every new GM vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is ther...

Страница 232: ...u could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive and negative will go to a heavy unpainted me...

Страница 233: ...ve terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use...

Страница 234: ...engine of the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Attach the cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there...

Страница 235: ...he vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the negative terminal on the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the...

Страница 236: ...an overheated engine condition exist an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage In this mode you will notice a significant loss in power and en...

Страница 237: ...f 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...

Страница 238: ...sary 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...

Страница 239: ...ift the hood here s what you ll see 3100 V6 Engine A Electric Engine Cooling Fans B Radiator Pressure Cap C Coolant Recovery Tank 3800 V6 and 3800 V6 Supercharged Engines A Electric Engine Cooling Fan...

Страница 240: ...m any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down When the engine is cold the coolant level should be at or above the C...

Страница 241: ...de in the Index 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 premature engine heater core or radia...

Страница 242: ...in water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mix...

Страница 243: ...ing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can...

Страница 244: ...mpartment near the battery and the diagonal cross brace See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location 1 You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system...

Страница 245: ...800 SeriesII V6 engine cover shieldto accessthe bleed valve A Clean the area around the engine oil fill tube and cap before removing Twist the oil fill tube with cap attached counterclockwise and remo...

Страница 246: ...s open the coolant air bleed valve or valves Thermostat Housing 3800 V6 3100 V6 engine There are two bleed valves One is located on the thermostat housing The other is located on the thermostat bypass...

Страница 247: ...filled 6 Rinse or wipe any spilled coolant from the engine and the compartment 7 If you have the 3800 V6 engine replace the 3800 Series II V6 engine cover shield A Remove the oil fill tube with cap a...

Страница 248: ...Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans 11 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lo...

Страница 249: ...a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and 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 peda...

Страница 250: ...y 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...

Страница 251: ...The equipment you ll need is in the trunk Turn the center nut on the compact spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it Remove the compact spare tire See Compact Spare Tire in the Index for more i...

Страница 252: ...5 26 Turn the nut holding the jack counterclockwise and remove it Then remove the jack and wrench The tools you ll be using include the jack A extension and protector guide B and wheel wrench C...

Страница 253: ...wheel wrench pry along the edge of the cover until it comes off Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 2 Turn the...

Страница 254: ...icle 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 locati...

Страница 255: ...front edge of the rear wheel opening or just behind the off set as shown Put the compact spare tire near you 3 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off t...

Страница 256: ...re the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAU...

Страница 257: ...5 31 7 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 8 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown...

Страница 258: ...Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 lb ft 140 N m NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid exp...

Страница 259: ...trunk Use the following procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk When storing a full size tire you must use the extension to help avoid wheel surface damage Use the extension and protector guide...

Страница 260: ...ne 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 s...

Страница 261: ...ou want Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again NOTICE When the compact spare is i...

Страница 262: ...wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking Your Vehicle T...

Страница 263: ...xle Fluid 6 26 Engine Coolant 6 29 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 30 Power Steering Fluid 6 32 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 33 Brakes 6 37 Battery 6 38 Bulb Replacement 6 46 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6...

Страница 264: ...ou want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manua...

Страница 265: ...umber VIN shows the code letter for your engine You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel See Vehicle Identification Number in the Index If you have the 3100 V6 engine VIN Code J...

Страница 266: ...opting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator...

Страница 267: ...Don t use it It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driv...

Страница 268: ...er s side of your vehicle While refueling let the cap hang by the tether below the fuel fill opening To remove the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise The cap has a spring in it if you let...

Страница 269: ...g the Outside of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can det...

Страница 270: ...the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete D Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Thin...

Страница 271: ...6 9 Hood Release To open the hood first pull the handle located inside the vehicle near the parking brake pedal Next go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood latch Lift the hood...

Страница 272: ...ode J engine you ll see A Windshield Washer Fluid B Battery C Radiator Fill Cap D Engine Coolant Reservoir E Power Steering Fluid Reservoir F Engine Oil Fill Cap G Engine Oil Dipstick H Automatic Tran...

Страница 273: ...indshield Washer Fluid B Battery C Radiator Fill Cap D Engine Coolant Reservoir E Power Steering Fluid Reservoir low in engine compartment F Engine Oil Fill Cap G Engine Oil Dipstick H Automatic Trans...

Страница 274: ...ee A Windshield Washer Fluid B Battery C Radiator Fill Cap D Engine Coolant Reservoir E Power Steering Fluid Reservoir low in engine compartment F Engine Oil Fill Cap G Engine Oil Dipstick H Automatic...

Страница 275: ...in the Index You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder Checking Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accura...

Страница 276: ...il pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip dow...

Страница 277: ...oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged 3100 V6 Engine 3800 V6 or 3800 V6 Supercharged Engine The engine oil fill cap is located...

Страница 278: ...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 change...

Страница 279: ...use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 As shown in the following chart if you have the 3800 V6 engine SAE 10W 30 is best for your vehicle However you can use SAE 5W 30 if it s going to be colder...

Страница 280: ...e Oil Your vehicle has a computer that lets you know when to change your engine oil This is not based on mileage but on engine revolutions and engine operating temperature When the computer has calcul...

Страница 281: ...life percentage should change to 100 What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used...

Страница 282: ...out of the housing 2 Push the filter cover housing toward the engine compressing the duct convolutes 3 Pull out the old filter 4 Check or install a new engine air cleaner filter See Normal Maintenanc...

Страница 283: ...filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you re driving Supercharger Oil...

Страница 284: ...hole 4 Replace the oil plug with the O ring in place Tighten to 88 lb in 10 N m Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the...

Страница 285: ...mperatures are above 90_F 32_C D At high speed for quite a while D In heavy traffic especially in hot weather D While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating...

Страница 286: ...nsaxle fluid dipstick handle is the red loop located near the back of the engine See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location 1 Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with...

Страница 287: ...uid to bring the level into the cross hatched area on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It doesn t t...

Страница 288: ...inkable water and DEX COOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine tem...

Страница 289: ...ngine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTI...

Страница 290: ...coolant level should be at the COLD mark or a little higher When your engine is warm the level should be up to the HOT mark or a little higher If this LOW COOLANT light comes on and stays on it means...

Страница 291: ...ough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator For information on how to add coolant to the radiator see Cooling System in the Index Radiator Pressure Ca...

Страница 292: ...you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired The power steering fluid reservoir is toward the rear of the engine compartment on...

Страница 293: ...cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the C 3100 V6 engine or COLD 3800 V6 and 3800 V6 Supercharged engines mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the...

Страница 294: ...e manufacturer s instructions before use If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing Addi...

Страница 295: ...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 D...

Страница 296: ...ne 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 You or others could be burned and your vehicle coul...

Страница 297: ...ill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that...

Страница 298: ...id increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you apply the brakes with or without the vehicle moving your brakes adjust for wear Replacing Brake System...

Страница 299: ...very low charge or is dead you may not be able to remove the ignition key from the ignition switch or shift out of PARK P Refer to Shifting Out of PARK P in the Index Vehicle Storage If you re not go...

Страница 300: ...n this section contact the service department of your dealer Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injure...

Страница 301: ...le Be careful to avoid scratching or chipping the paint on the vehicle while removing 4 Lift the plastic tab on the electrical connector and pull the connector 5 Turn the lamp socket ring a quarter tu...

Страница 302: ...he top of the headlamp assembly 12 Close the hood Headlamp Aiming The aim of your vehicle s headlamps can be adjusted by using aim tips located on the outer surface of the lens The aim has been pre se...

Страница 303: ...on the vehicle while removing it 4 Turn the front sidemarker bulb socket a quarter turn counterclockwise to remove 5 Remove the old bulb from the socket 6 Place the new bulb into the socket 7 Turn the...

Страница 304: ...ocket a quarter turn counterclockwise to remove the socket from the assembly 4 Remove the old bulb from the socket 5 Place the new bulb into the socket 6 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the ass...

Страница 305: ...wise Reinstall the vent you removed earlier 6 Close the trunk Back Up Tail Lamp and Rear Sidemarker 1 Unhook the convenience net if equipped and remove 2 Unscrew the upper convenience net hook attachm...

Страница 306: ...6 44 5 Carefully remove the taillamp assembly Be careful to avoid scratching or chipping the paint on the vehicle 6 Turn the lamp socket a quarter turn counterclockwise to remove...

Страница 307: ...eful to avoid scratching or chipping the vehicle s paint 11 Close the rear compartment License Plate Lamp 1 Remove the two assembly screws located on the top panel of the license plate holder and pull...

Страница 308: ...acement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For the proper type and length see Normal Maintenance and Replacement Parts in the Index Here s how to remove the wiper blade 1...

Страница 309: ...a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious i...

Страница 310: ...erloading D Bad wear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Rough r...

Страница 311: ...s use the correct rotation pattern shown here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the...

Страница 312: ...ocation 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 Perfor...

Страница 313: ...ere applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by th...

Страница 314: ...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...

Страница 315: ...e 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 w...

Страница 316: ...cturer s instructions To help avoid damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it s contacting your vehicle and don t spin your wheels If you do find traction devices that wi...

Страница 317: ...uer Thinner D Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these wil...

Страница 318: ...oughly 5 As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to remove the suds 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean damp towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Proble...

Страница 319: ...oe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild...

Страница 320: ...r 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 p...

Страница 321: ...ey could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Cleaning Ext...

Страница 322: ...n water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals ab...

Страница 323: ...underbody If these are not removed accelerated corrosion rust can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At leas...

Страница 324: ...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...

Страница 325: ...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 Serv...

Страница 326: ...motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical problem have it...

Страница 327: ...a fuse puller and a fuse usage chart To use the fuse puller place the wide end of the fuse puller over the plastic end of the fuse Squeeze the ends over the fuse and pull it out To reinstall the bin p...

Страница 328: ...Rear Defog PASSKEY III PASS KeyR III Security System Fuse Description RAP Retained Accessory Power HAZARD Hazard Flashers PWR MIR Power Mirrors HVAC HI HVAC Blower Hi CIG LTR Cigarette Lighter ALDL F...

Страница 329: ...DIC HVAC Rear Defog HVAC Driver Information Center Daytime Running Lamps Heated Seats BLANK Blank BLANK Blank PWR DROP Power Drop Ignition CANISTER VENT Canister Vent Solenoid DRL Daytime Running Lamp...

Страница 330: ...y Main 1 8 Ignition Main 2 18 Fuel Injections 19 Spare 20 Spare 21 Mass Air Flow MAF Heated Sensors Canister Purge Boost Solenoid 22 Spare 23 Spare 24 Spare 25 Ignition Module 26 Spare 27 Trunk Releas...

Страница 331: ...Fog Lamps 36 Horn 37 Chime Mall Module Taillamps Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Dimmable Lamps 38 Spare Fuse 39 Air Pump 40 Spare Diode Description Air Conditioning Clutch Diode Relay Description 9 C...

Страница 332: ...erter or auxiliary cooler more fluid may be needed Cooling System Including Reservoir 3100 V6 Code J 11 0 quarts 10 4 L 3800 V6 Code K 11 2 quarts 10 6 L 3800 V6 Supercharged Code 1 11 2 quarts 10 6 L...

Страница 333: ...rged Code 1 Engine Specifications Type V6 Displacement 231 CID 3 8L L67 Firing Order 1 6 5 4 3 2 Horsepower 240 5200 rpm Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Engine Air Cleaner Filter All Engines GM P...

Страница 334: ...0 V6 Code J 41 940 3800 V6 Code K 41 921 3800 V6 Supercharged Code 1 NGK Type PTR4B 15 Wiper Blades Type Shepherd s Hook Length 22 inches 56 cm ACDelcoR part number Vehicle Dimensions Wheelbase 110 5...

Страница 335: ...services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 15 Part B Owner Checks and Services...

Страница 336: ...t Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect...

Страница 337: ...o the work If you want to get the service information see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what y...

Страница 338: ...s 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 se...

Страница 339: ...wing Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or...

Страница 340: ...severe conditions the indicator may come on before 3 000 miles 5 000 km Never drive your vehicle more than 10 000 miles 16 000 km or 12 months without an oil and filter change The system won t detect...

Страница 341: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 7...

Страница 342: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 8...

Страница 343: ...sty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information...

Страница 344: ...ants in this section An Emission Control Service See footnote 37 500 Miles 62 500 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information...

Страница 345: ...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 change the fluid...

Страница 346: ...t An Emission Control Service j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service 67 500 Miles 112 500 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation p...

Страница 347: ...d add oil as needed or every 36 months whichever occurs first See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in this section An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rota...

Страница 348: ...er towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transa...

Страница 349: ...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...

Страница 350: ...dex 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...

Страница 351: ...n any other position your vehicle needs service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could...

Страница 352: ...e 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 parkin...

Страница 353: ...d Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for prope...

Страница 354: ...tem for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control...

Страница 355: ...oolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only GM GoodwrenchR DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco Su...

Страница 356: ...ring Anchor and Release Pawl LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood and Door Hinges...

Страница 357: ...vided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance...

Страница 358: ...7 24 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Страница 359: ...3 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 5 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 5 Customer Assistance Offices 8 7 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 8 Pontiac Roadside Assis...

Страница 360: ...ts are designed to make you realize that Pontiac recognizes you as a valuable customer appreciates your purchase decision and is dedicated to taking care of the most important person YOU PONTIAC CARES...

Страница 361: ...erience an enjoyable one and are discussed in greater detail in your owner s manual Pontiac is focusing on the changing needs of our customers and is committed to giving you an exceptional level of cu...

Страница 362: ...hawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information avail...

Страница 363: ...lumbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Customer...

Страница 364: ...ench 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 268 6800 Mexico Central America and Caribbean Islands Countries Except Puerto Rico and U S Virgin Islands General Motors d...

Страница 365: ...ree resource information such as area driver assessment centers and mobility equipment installers The program is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease See your...

Страница 366: ...oadside Assistance toll free number is staffed by a team of technically trained advisors who are available 24 hours a day 365 days a year We take anxiety out of uncertain situations by providing minor...

Страница 367: ...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...

Страница 368: ...ted If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work...

Страница 369: ...mited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is availabl...

Страница 370: ...nnot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washin...

Страница 371: ...pe you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 762 2737 or write Pontiac GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263...

Страница 372: ...rvice information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle OWNER S INFORMATION Owner pu...

Страница 373: ...the above address for quotation 2001 120 00 2001 50 00 2001 20 00 2001 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax GM PON ORD99 Pric...

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