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1. tess 2 41 Inside Day Night Rearview iva diea aeo V E RIT A Power Remote Control 2 40 Remote 2 2 40 MTBE In Publ aaa ce sic ace c e sewer te a 6 3 Net Convenience dace dad wes 2 41 Neutral Position Automatic Transaxle 2 15 Neutral Position Manual Transaxle 2 19 New Vehicle Break In cies cece ann 2 7 Night Vision 4 15 Bye TO CNET 2 67 Odometer Tamper Resistant CECI Rn aci a a RR THp iso er rcm rh oes OIf Road Recovery 12 22 15 ciate ea nr 4 11 6 10 CHI Warning ce echar 2 64 Ordering Owner Publications 8 7 Service Bulletins 2 uar acne ed Service Manuals NET Service and Owner Publications PAKISTAN P ee sus 58 7 Overdrive D 4 Speed Automatic Transaxle 2 16 Overheared Engitis 1 1 esee bee eae 8 213 Owner Checks and 7 38 Owner Publications Ordering ER E 8 7 Spotting Chemical 5n 6 48 Park P Position Automatic Transaxle 2 14 Park P Shifting Into Park P Shifting oF eee mmm 2 23 Parking Brake pee ede 4 2 11 Pirking tene hen m A e heben 2 36 Packing Lila pay coda ses c
2. M Tire Chains NOTICE If your Pontiac has P195 65R15 or P205 55R16 size tires don t use tire chains they can damage your vehicle If you have other tires use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possihle with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it stops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle 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 vou breathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything from a container to clean your Pontiac he sure to follow the manufacturer s warnings and instructions And always open your doors or windows when you re cleaning the inside Never use these to clean your vehicle Gasoline Benzene Naphtha Carbon Tetrachloride Acetone Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too al Don t
3. 6 19 Power Steering Fluid 6 23 Things Under the Hood Cea alas 6 6 Your Restraint Systems 1 45 Chemical Paint Spotting Sigua ieee deat 6 48 Child Restraints EM Aul len Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position ee ed 1 37 Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position 1 38 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position 1 40 cria Soa edo tech Y e an 1 36 anes 1739 Circuit Breaker Power Windows and Other Power Options Maer re 6 53 ee prin Cleaning Aluminum Wheels 6 47 an RE 6 42 DB hc cosas vp Ra hare he te Ba RECS E E RIS 6 44 Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades 6 45 Sp cial Problems oak cre ead 6 43 NA TES 8 43 The Inside of Your Pantone ee The Outside of Your Pontiac 8 43 E ee scp RUE d 6 47 Top of the Instrument Panel 6 44 WIBVI cC hace Rire aja 6 44 Your Convertible TOD oe mare vinti rom res 6 46 Climate Control System 2 23 3 Clock Setting Pe TIERCE TICE aCe v Clutch
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5. Muintenance Schedule 7 1 Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluids and Lubricants TARTE T T SUUM io Owner Checks and Services AME EE 7 38 Periodic Maintenance Schedule 4 7 4 Schedule Definition Scheduled Maintenance Services pais Kx Ro 7 3 Maintenance Schedule I reset ctp den E 4 Maintenance Schedule Ul HS RH Maintenance When Trailer Towing LE EE PETS 4 38 Muintenance Normal Replacement PR Dl ess 6 56 Maintenance Underbody os O48 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Ligh wees 2 67 Manual Front Seat TEE LI Manual Transaxle Pf Gell 32 gt 4 lt Rae E DR Pra NO 0 P9 c E Ir E V ER 2 19 Fourth Oe ass DD UTE 2 19 Neutral Position 2 19 Parking Your Vehicle appa cere re 2 24 Reverse R Position 2 19 Second Gear RIT TER XI 2 19 Shift Light e saura 2 20 2 66 2 20 po ise i Sd ae bea Ses eye ee mate 2 19 Manual Fluid rit ee kk d aan SRM Adding Perea Pee tne eee S Cheskimi Waals as eke ae ene EM Methanol In ee eee ee ee RR 6 3 currens E Or E ERE ec ne Convex
6. CAUTION Af you leave your cruise control switch on when you re not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don t want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switeh OFF until you want to 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 Push in the SET button at the end of the lever and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal 2 33 To Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake or clutch pedal This of course shuts off the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or mare you can move the cruise control switch from ON to R A for about half second You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there If you hold the switch at R A longer than half a second the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake or clutch pedal You could be startled and even lose control So unless you want to go faster don t hold the switch at To Increase Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed Here s the first Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed 2 Push the button at the end of the lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed Here s the second wav to go to a higher speed Move the
7. 6 4 Fuse Block Inside 6 22 Fuse Block Under Hood 6 453 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 6 51 Gages Engine Coolant Temperature RE 2 63 renter 2 66 Gasclines for Cleaner Alt hn 6 3 GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating ada EE 4 31 GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight 4 31 2 13 A 6 44 Hosen Bulbs Arv one de E CV ESI nc a MER Hazard Warning Flashers 5 colere 22 Head Restraints ATER noe Hanh Headlamp High Low Beam hanger VOCUM 2 23 Headlamp Wie 9 6 33 HERG DS 2 2241 aor ea 2 36 Headlamps Bulb Replacement 6 30 Hearing or Speech Impaired Customer Assistance 8 2 ec 322 High Beam Lamps How to Change 2 29 Highway Hypnosis 4 22 Hill and Mountain 4 22 Hidhen TAE s errea a eaa aa 4 35 cece eyo vee Hood ee ase aisi 6 6 Minos E media 2 27 Hydraulic Clutch Cee rere A re 6 21 Adding 2 222 2 222 2222222222 2 24 6 21 Checking ae mem 21 Hydroplaning
8. 14 Maintenance Schedule Schedule II Definition Follow Schedule if none of the conditions from Schedule I is true Schedule II Intervals Every 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or every 12 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or every 12 months whichever occurs first At 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Then Every 15 04 Miles 25 000 km Tire Rotation Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection or every 24 months whichever occurs first Cooling System Service or every 24 months whichever occurs first Spark Plug Wire Inspection except 2 3L Code D engine Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR System Inspection 2 2L Code 4 Engine Only Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transaxle Service severe conditions only Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Spark Plug Replacement The services shown this schedule up to 100 000 miles 166000 km should be performed after 100 000 miles 166 000 km at the same intervals Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the Califorma Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services
9. Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles 8 to 16 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic Most trips are through dusty areas You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle With some models you should never tow a trailer See Towing a Trailer in the Index Schedule I should also be followed if the vehicle is used for delivery service police taxi or other commercial application Schedule I Intervals 0 Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km or 3 Months Whichever Occurs First Engine Oil and Filter Change Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km or 6 Months Whichever Occurs First Chassis Lubrication At 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Then Every 12 000 Miles 25 000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Air Cleaner Filter Inspection if driving in dusty conditions Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Spark Plug Wire Inspection except 2 3L Code D engine Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR System Inspection 2 2L Code 4 engine only Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection or every 24 months whichever occurs first Cooling System Service or every 24 months whichever occurs first Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transaxle Service severe conditions only Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Spark Plug Replacement
10. TR WIRED E 1 11 CMO RU TES 6 44 Center Passenger e 1 32 Driver Position saa px iu 1 11 1 45 How to Wear Properly Sena Qu Ea RACER RIA REA QE RE I 11 Incorrect Usage 1 15 16 17 18 43 44 as soe uaa avant Lap 5houller 1 11 1 27 Questions People Rear Comfort Guides 1 29 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions 2 1 26 Rear Seat Passengers 1 26 Replacing After a Crash 45 Right Front Passenger 1 26 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1 14 Lie Nw ETE LL LLL oer e as 1 33 Use by Larger Children E Use by Smaller Children and Babies 1 33 Use During e e e SA e e eu det 1 25 Why They Work EIE ES E IEEE PE SED NEAT CFA eee eee 4 36 Safety Defects Reporting to General Motors 8 5 Reporting to the Canadian Government 8 5 Reporting to the United States Government 8 4 Safety Warnings and Symbols iti scheduled Maintenance Services 7 3 S opc Eds ARM ee Pe ATO ene TOT 1 1 Driver s Seat Manual Lumbar ix ew Race Easy Ent
11. 1 6 Your vehicle has light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In many 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 crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious 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 25 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as 1t goes Put someone on it Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just seat on wheels Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider The person keeps going until stopped by something doesn t stop n a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 8 or the instrument panel or the safety belts With safety belts vou 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 make such good sense Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers
12. 18 000 Miles 30 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service O Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first Rotate tires See Tire Inspection Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 21 000 Miles 35 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service M P Maintenance Schedule I 24 000 Miles 40 000 km 27 000 Miles 45 000 km L Change engine oil and filter or every _ Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service C Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service C Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first Inspect engine accessory drive belt or every 24 months whichever occurs first An Enission Control Ser
13. Temperature B C The temperature grades A the highest and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ahility to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is estahlished for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure These grades are molded on the sidewalls of passenger car tires While the tires available as standard or optional equipment on General Motors vehicles may vary with respect to these grades all such tires meet General Motors performance standards and have been approved for use on General Motors vehicles All passenger type P Metric tires must conform to Federal safety requirements in addition to these grades Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefull
14. dye catty IF yon do li may severely weaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety seriis water Glass Glass should be cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner GM Part No 1050427 or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films Don t use abrasive cleaners on glass because they may cause scratches Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window since they may have to be scraped off later If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window an electric defogger element may be damaged Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid 6 44 Cleaning 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 or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon Ami Powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not form When you rinse it with water Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water Wiper blades should be checked on a regular basis and replaced when worn Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone gre
15. A Coolant surge tank with pressure cap B Electric engine fan 5 15 A CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and vou could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle NOTICE The coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark It isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater Engine damage from running your engine hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the without coolant isn t covered by vour warranty cooling system I there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine fan is running If the engine is overheating the fan should be running If it isn t your vehicle needs service a a a a U I N How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at the FULL COLD mark add 50 50 mixture of clean water preferably distilled and proper antifreeze 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 about the proper coolant mix N CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and
16. When the engine compartment is cool unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again leaks and damage hoses and seals and look at the fluid level on the dipstick 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 where the temperature may fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing To Add Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY Add washer fluid until the tank is full pI n Rt NOTICE When using concentrated washer fluid fallow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage vour washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only 3 4 full when it s very cold This allows for expansion which could damage the tank if it is completely full Don t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Master Cylinder Your brake master cylinder is here It is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid There are
17. An Emission Control Service Continued 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Continued 93 000 Miles 155 000 km L Inspect Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR Change engine oil and filter or every system 2 2L Code 4 engine only 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Y Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information An Emission Control Service 96 000 Miles 160 000 km L Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service L Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first 99 000 Miles 165 000 km _ Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Maintenance Schedule I 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service _ 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 7 26 Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require c
18. If your vehicle is not a convertible and you need to have an anchor installed you can ask your Pontiac dealer to put one in for vou If you want to install an anchor yourself vour dealer can tell you how to do it For cars first sold in Canada child restraints with a top strap must be anchored according to Canadian Law Your dealer can obtain the hardware kit and install it for you or you may install it yourself using the instructions provided in the kit Use the tether hardware kit available from the dealer The hardware and installation instructions were specifically designed for this vehicle Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is Outside Seat Position positioned so you would be able ta unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Secure the child in the child restraint as the Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint instructions say 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 or neck put it behind the child restraint 1 37 5 To tighten the belt pull up o
19. Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 4 34 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total capacity weight of your vehicle The capacity weight includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you will tow a trailer you must subtract the tongue load from your vehicle s capacity weight because your vehicle will he carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity Lf you re using a dead weight hitch the trailer tongue should weigh 10 of the total loaded trailer weight B If you have a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue should weigh 12 of the total loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t vou may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around in the trailer Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires Be sure your vehicle s tires are inflated to the recommended pressure for cold tires You ll find these numbers on the Certification label at the rear edge of 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 af the trailer tongue Hitches It s
20. Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond to your Pontiac s three control systems In the braking skid your wheels aren t rolling In the steering or cornering skid too much speed or steering in curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force And in the acceleration skid tao much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin cornering skid and an acceleration skid are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal cornering skid is best handled by easing vour foot off the accelerator pedal If you have the Enhanced Traction System remember It helps avoid only the acceleration skid If you do not have the Enhanced Traction System or if the system is off then an acceleration skid 15 also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always he ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important
21. nnn rk rina 4 18 li You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 30 Ignition Key Positions 2 8 Ignition Switch pe 2 8 Hluminated Entry A eleva nia ula ri Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror 2 2 39 inside Vehicle Fuse Block 6 52 Inspections Brake System ee eee et I mI 7 42 Exhaust Systems 2 22 2 2 7 42 Manual Transaxle 2 gt 2 7 42 Restraint Systems eere nnn nnn 7 42 Steering Suspension and Fri Whl Drive Axle Boot and Seal ee Is 1 42 Thicttle Linkage 1 11 evi 1 42 Panel 22 2 rrr n 2 56 Instrument Panel Cleaning 6 44 instrument Panel Cluster 2 2 58 Instrument Panel Intensity Control 2 37 Jack THE cee vk aa cce nea ME ore Jump Starting cee ee iG ee ks 5 2 Lock Cylinders oa eee ener 4 1 39 Key Release Button 22 52222 2 9 M M od Laus UA E Te EET TO ECC ce OE CA wie 2 36 Lamps Oo CLOUD ac 2 36 Lane Change Indicator 5 gt 222 2 28 Latches Front Seathack 5 2 2 oce rrr nnn Leaving Your Vehicle o oe rhon 2 4 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running TIT 2 23 Light Air Bag Readiness I 21
22. the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND 2 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 Shift into THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 AND FIFTH 5 the same way you do for SECOND 2 Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift t NEUTRAL N NEUTRAL N Use this position when you start or idle your engine REVERSE R To back up press down the clutch pedal and shift into REVERSE Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal NOTICE Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving could damage your transaxle Also use REVERSE R along with the parking brake for parking your vehicle 2 19 Shift Light Manual Transaxle If you have a manual transaxle you have a SHIFT light This light will show you when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy When this light comes on you can shift to the next higher gear if weather road and traffic conditions let you For the best fuel economy accelerate slowly and shift when the light comes While you accelerate it is normal for the light to go on and off if you quickly change the position of the accelerator Ignor
23. the key to LOCK in each shift lever position With an automatic transaxle the key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK With a manual transaxle the key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in REVERSE On vehicles with a key release button try to turn the key to LOCK without pressing the button The key should turn to LOCK only with the key button depressed On all vehicles the key should come out only in LOCK Turn the steering wheel to the left and to the right It should only lock when turned to the right 7 40 Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK P Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing Mechanism Check downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only Tocheck the PARK mechanism s holding ability Shift to PARK P Then release all brakes CAUTION When you are doing this check your vehicle could begin to move You or others could be injured and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Underbody Flushing At least every spring use plain water to flush a
24. 1 what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to i traffic signals s Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving EN ee Know the best way to get to where you ure going Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move check both ways for vehicles that have nat cleared the intersection or may be running the red light 4 Freeway Driving Mile for mile freeways also called thruways park ways expressways turnpikes or superhighways are the safest af all roads But they have their own special rules The most important advice on freeway driving ts Keep up with traffic and keep to the right Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving Too fast or too slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane At the entrance there is usually ramp that leads to the freeway If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try
25. 1 10 Won t I be trapped in the vehicle after accident if I m wearing a safety belt You could be whether you re wearing a safety belt or not But you can unbuckle a safety 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 1s much greater if you are belted Why don t they just put in air bags so people won t have to wear safety belts Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in more of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they 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 to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver and I never drive far from A home why should I wear safety belts You may be an excellent driver but if you re in an accident even one that isn t your fault you and your passengers can be hurt Being a good driver doesn t protect you from things beyond your control such as bad drivers Most accidents occur within 25 miles 40 km of home And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is
26. 1995 ASSEMBLY MODEL YEAR PLANT This is the legal identifier for your Pontiac It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel on the driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth 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 vour spare tire cover Its very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is vour VIN 6 50 the model designation paint information and alist of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Add On Electrical Equipment NOTICE Don t add anything electrical to your Pontiac unless you check with your dealer first Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn t be covered by your warranty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to your Pontiac see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Pontiac in the Index Fuses and Circuit Breakers There ts also a fuse block at the driver s side in the engin
27. 4 sh in a new bulb Push in a ne Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways Here s how to remove the type with a release lever un Reverse all steps to replace the taillamp assembly 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 r Install a new blade by reversing steps and 2 4 Tires We don t make tires Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers and their warranties are delivered with every new Pontiac If your spare tire is a different brand than your road tires you will have a tire warranty folder from each of these manufacturers Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire Loading Information label which is on the rear edge of the driver s door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than a mile NOTICE Don t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right It s not If vour tires don t have enough air underinflation you can get Too much flexing Too much heat Tire overloading Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy If your tires have too much air overinflation vou can get Unusual
28. 5 7 Towing FORE sree 4s tee ees D KUOEBIE RE 1 aii raul ala nia kh a la RR 5 11 Towing Recreational Vehicle OP TCI 4 28 Trailer Hoe pira 4 36 Drivimeeon CONG aa song eto nee eras EREN 4 37 Driving WHE 4 36 Hp paca gach eck ee 4 33 Maintenance When 4 38 Hills sorea gs ee exces 4 38 Ch n amp 2 4 36 9 10 Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires 4 35 PR poe ae eot pe ieee 4 32 4 38 Turn Signals PETI P SPEI E AERE 4 37 Weight See rere 4 34 Trailer Tongue Weight oF 4 34 Transaxle Automatie 2 13 Transaxle Fluid Aut mnlie 22 6 17 6 19 Checklist eK COR ERR 6 17 6 19 Manual mea EA Ta e eras 6 19 Transaxle 2 2 2 8 TER err er e e Cen TREE an 2 39 Trunk Release Remote 2 5 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 2 28 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever i2 ead does ais eee Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer 4 37 Under Hood Fuse Block 6 53 Underbody Maintenance
29. Of course the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions Under less favorable conditions you ll want to go slower 4 9 If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front 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 pulls out from nowhere or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you You can avoid these problems by braking if you can stop m time But sometimes you can t there isn t room That s the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your Pontiac can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available 4 10 An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180 degrees very
30. Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems Examples are long grades passing or no passing zones a falling rocks area or winding roads Be alert to these and take appropriate action 4 23 Winter Driving Include an scraper a small brush or broom supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer some tips for winter driving clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if vou will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags amp You may want to put winter emergency supplies in to help provide traction Be sure vou properly secure vour trunk these items in your vehicle Have your Pontiac in good shape for winter Be sure your engine coolant mix 15 correct 4 24 Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road you can have very slippery situation You ll have a lot less traction ar grip and wil
31. These positions allow you to signal a turn 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 automatically green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the tum or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows don t flash but just stay on a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an Flash To Pass accident Hf the green arrows don t go on at all when you signal turn check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index and for burned out bulbs This feature lets vou use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want lo pass To use it pull the turn signal multifunction lever toward you until the high beam headlamps come on then release the lever to turn them off Headlamp High Low Beam Changer Windshield Wipers To change the headlamps from low beam to high or high ta low pull the turn signal lever all the way toward vou Then release it You control the windshield wipers by moving the stalk When the high beams are on a blue light on the E E with the windshield wipe
32. Thoroughly rinse the entire vehicle then let the top dry in direct sunlight To protect the convertible top After you wash the vehicle make sure the top is completely dry before you lower it e Don t get any cleaner on the vehicle s painted finish it could leave streaks l you decide to go through an automatic car wash ask the manager if the equipment could damage your top Before entering a car wash set the climate control t VENT and the fan control to the highest speed This will help to prevent water under high pressure from entering around the convertible tap Aluminum Wheels If 5o Equipped Your aluminum wheels have a protective coating similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals chrome polish abrasive cleaners or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage this coating After rinsing thoroughly a wax may he applied NOTICE If vou have aluminum wheels don t use an uutomatic vehicle wash that has hard silicon carbide cleaning brushes These brushes can take the protective coating off vour aluminum wheels Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from painted surfaces Petroleum based products may damage the paint finish Sheet Metal Damage IF vour vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure th
33. Wait for a steadv light to come on then drive the vehicle to a dealer for service 2 68 These following conditions also may cause the CHECK ENGINE light to come on e Low Fuel Out of Fuel As the vehicle starts to run out of fuel the CHECK ENGINE light may come on as a result of an engine misfire Filling your fuel tank should correct this condition Make sure to install the gas cap Fully It will require a few driving trips to turn the light off Poor Quality Fuel Be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel Your engine may not run efficiently on poor fuel Poor fuel may cause stalling hesitation or misfire These conditions may go away when the engine is warmed up However poor quality fuel may cause the CHECK ENGINE light to come on Have a dealer check the vehicle If no problems are found you may want to change to another brand of fuel Driving Through Standing Water Driving your vehicle through puddles of deep standing water may result in a temporary misfire condition This condition will usually correct itself shortly after the electrical system dries out It will require a few driving trips to turn the light off Check Gages Light This light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving check your various gages to see if they are in the warning zones Enhanced Traction System Warning Light Option With the Enhanced Tracti
34. parts of the country that have high carbon monoxide levels In addition some gasoline suppliers are now producing reformulated gasolines These gasolines are specially designed to reduce vehicle emissions General Motors recommends that you use reformulated gasoline By doing so you can help clean the air especially in those parts of the country that have high ozone levels You should ask your service station operators if their gusolines contain deposit control additives and oxveenates and if they have been reformulated to reduce vehicle emissions 6 3 Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the U S or Canada unleaded fuel may be hard to find Do not use leaded gasoline If you use even one tankful vour emission controls won t work well or at all With continuous use spark plugs can get fouled the exhaust system can corrode and your engine oil can deteriorate quickly Your vehicle s oxygen sensor will be damaged of that means costly repairs that wouldn t be covered by vour warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving 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 North American Export Sales NAES 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa
35. service publications and how to report any safety defects This section includes information on The Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Hearing or Speech Impaired BBB Auto Line Alternative Dispute Resolution Program Reporting Safety Defects Roadside Assistance and Service and Owner Publications Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and Pontiac Normally any concern with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer s Sales or Service Departments Sometimes however despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealer management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed with the Sales Service or Parts Manager contact the owner of the dealer or the General Manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealer management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealer without further help contact the Pontiac Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 PM CARES In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Assistance Center in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French F F In Mexico call 525 254 3777 In Puerto Ric
36. small items in the storage area can damage over the windshield the top or other parts of the system Don t raise or lower the convertible top when the temperature is below 20 F 7 C The cold can cause cracks and other damage to the top as it is heing lowered or raised Don t raise or lower the convertible top while the vehicle is moving The wind could damage the top Bring the vehicle to a complete stop before attempting to raise or lower the top Always make sure that the top is securely latched before driving the vehicle 4 Pull the latch handle rearward away from the 5 Turn the latch handle up to the locked position windshield and hold it to fully lower the convertible top 6 Turn the ignition to the LOCK position 2 46 7 From inside the vehicle pull the tab on the rear seat 9 Install the boot side cover by inserting the tab A on to fold down the seat See Fold Down Rear Seat in the underside of the cover into the slot B at the top the Index of the quarter trim panel Place the rear flap of the boot side cover in the trunk lid opening aligning the eyelet over the boot snap ball stud 8 Open the trunk and remove both boot side covers Leave the trunk open 2 47 10 Attach the snap on the inside flap to the top of the quarter trim panel Do the same on the other side Pda R 11 Pull the boot center cover from behind the rear seat
37. your vehicle is equipped with a manual or a three speed automatic transaxle Your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with a 2 4L Code D engine a four speed automatic transaxle and proper trailer towing equipment To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering 15 different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That s the reason for this part In it are many time tested important trailering tips and safety rules Many of these are important for vour safety and that of your passengers So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer Load pulling components such as the engine transaxle wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder against the drag of the added weight The engine is required to operate at relatively higher speeds and under greater loads generating extra heat What s more the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are some important points 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
38. 12 months whichever occurs first Inspect engine accessory drive belt or every 24 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service L Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 24 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service Inspect spark plug wires except 2 3L Code E EN 3 i ate D engine An Emission Control Service 7 Continued ee es Maintenance Schedule II 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Continued Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service L 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 T Inspect Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR system 2 2L Code 4 engine only An Emission Control Service ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 97 500 Miles 162 500 km L Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service CI Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every 12 months whichever occurs first Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information SERVICED BY Maintenance Schedule 100 000 Mil
39. 194 Center High Mounted Stoplamp Inside Carpet Covered 1141 Spoiler eese mA 577 Halogen Headlamps High Low Beam Front Side Marker Lamps 194 Rear Side Marker Lamps i eere 94 Step Tall Lamps cocci hese cee ne een ee 2057 Trunk GANG sea cee bed ecco cela Rear Tum Signal Lamps 2057 License Plate Lamp Sedan 2 194 Rear Applique Lamp 912 Engine Specifications WON Engine yes ee posse m EIER e were to ea Maule i RETE T TTE ET alee ach Compression Ratio FIG OUI oou oe nine ep seins see HRA gee Thermostat Temperature Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Element sr AC Type A 1172C paneer AC Type A 1172C Engine Oi Filter 47 23L AC Type PF 1225 PCV Valve ESI er er AC Type CV 900C NI Not Used Spark Plugs ae GM Number 24574912 1 52 mm 0 060 inch i Sone ere eee AC Type 41 910 Gap 1 52 mm 0 060 inch 6 56 2 2L 4 L4 2 2 Liters 9 1 3 4 2 195 91 C L4 2 3 Liters 9 5 1 3 4 2 IS0 R 42 C Section 7 Maintenance Schedule Introduction IMPORTANT IT ee KEEP ENGINE OIL Your Vehicle and the Environment AT THE PROPER Proper ve
40. 2 60 Light Safety Belt Reminder 6 2 60 Lighter and 22 2 42 Lights Air Bag Readiness 1721 2 00 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 2 62 4 6 Brake System Warning PUER ES 2 6 Chargibg Systemi eis es Seen ne sake isa 09 ee eee ae xn a DOR Ie vn 2 67 Check Gages mere lala eee 2 69 e eom a oh 2 64 Enhanced Traction System Warning aware 2 69 4 8 Low Coolant 2 63 Manual Transaxle Shift ccce s 2720 2 66 OU Wimiter si ovii 2 64 Pusslock 2 70 Safety Belt Reminder 2 60 Loading Vehicle ean 4 30 Lock Steering Column er nos 1 40 DOSE sien ade ESI Eq eee ei ee ha e a EC AC aE 2 3 Door E TORRE M I ER PTS ICE T Power RICE OPE REGE 2 4 Rear Door Security CU UT TIT TAI 2 4 Mind Ll cca E rusas aoo ee aa 2 27 Long Trip Before Leaving GOR 4 21 Low Coolant Warning Light 2 63 Low Maintenance Battery 6 29 Lubricants and Fluids rier TR ET 6 54 7 43 9 6 Lubrication Body 7 39 Maintenance Record cp Me
41. 3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each within an hour the person s BAC would be close to 0 12 percent A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There ts a gender difference too Women generally have lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks The law in many L S states sets the legal limit at BAC of 0 10 percent In a growing number of U S states and throughout Canada the limit is 0 08 percent some other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the U S is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course s 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 af 0 IO percent Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at BAC approaching 0 05 percent and that the effects are worse at night All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision Ata BAC
42. Adjustment Every time you make a moderate brake stop your disc brakes adjust for wear If you rarely make a moderate or heavier stop then your brakes might not adjust correctly you drive in that way then very carefully make a few moderate brake stops about every 1 000 miles 1 600 km so your brakes will adjust properly If your brake pedal goes down farther than normal your rear drum brakes may need adjustment Adjust them by backing up and firmly applying the brakes a few times Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking Vehicles we design and test have top quality GM brake parts in them as your Pontiac does when it is new When you replace parts of your braking system for example when your brake linings wear down and you have to have new ones put in be sure you get new genuine 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 many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Every new Pontiac has a Delco Freedom battery You never have to add water to one of these When it s time fo
43. DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 PM CARES or write Pontiac Division Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac MI 48340 2950 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 Assistance Center 908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program Security While You Travel 1 800 ROADSIDE 1 800 762 3743 As the proud owner of a new Pontiac vehicle you are automatically enrolled in the Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program This value added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road Pontiac s Roadside Assistance toll free number is staffed by a team of technically trained advisors who are available 24 hours a day 365 days a year We take anxiety out of uncertain situations by providing minor repair information over the phone or making arrangements to tow your vehicle to the nearest Pontiac dealer 8 5 We will provide the following services for 3 years 36 000 miles at no expense to you Vehicle out of fuel Keys locked in vehicle Tow to nearest dealer for warranty Change a flat tire Jump starts e 6 e cC the Bumper to Bumper coverage period interim transportation may be availab
44. 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 TUR 8M This is where you add oil if This is where you add oil if you have a 2 3L engine you have a 2 2L engine Just fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re through What Kind of Oil to Use Oils of the proper quality for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the Starburst symbol The Starburst symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API and is preferred for use in your gasoline engine If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines You should also use the proper viscosity oil for vour vehicle as shown in the following chart RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE 015 FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMT ANO COLD STARTING SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE I HOT WEATHER COLD WEATHER USE 20W 50 OF ANY OTHER BRADE DIL MOT RECOMMENDED z 6 13 As shown in the chart SAE 5W 30 is best for your ve
45. Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index for further details At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check tire inflation Make sure tires are inflated to the pressures specified on the Tire Loading Information label located on the rear edge of the driver s door See Tires in the Index for further details Cassette Deck Clean cassette deck Cleaning should be done every 50 hours of tape play See Audio Systems in the Index for further details At Least Twice a Year Hydraulic Clutch 5ystem Inspection Check the fluid level in the clutch reservoir See Hydraulic Clutch Fluid in the Index A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired at once At Least Once Year Key Lock Cylinders Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D Body Lubrication Lubricate all body door and rear compartment hinges Also lubricate all hinges and latches including those for the hood glove box door console door and any folding seal hardware Part D tells you what to use More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment Starter Switch CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be Before you start be
46. 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 along uphill grade shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph 70 km h to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating 4 37 Parking on Hills 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 be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here s how to do it Apply your regular brakes but don t shift into PARK P yet Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 23 When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load 4 Reapply the regular brakes Then apply your parking brake and then shift to PARK P 5 Release the regular brakes When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you Start your engine Shift into a gear and Release the parking brake 4 38 2 Let upon the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on thi
47. again and wait For another opportunity It other cars 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 elance over your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane chanee signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane Remember that your right outside mirror is convex The vehicle you just passed may seem to be farther away from you than it really i5 Try not ta pass more than one vehicle at a time on two lane roads Reconsider before passing the next vehicle Don t overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly Even though the brake lamps are not flashing it may be slowing down or starting to turn If you re being passed make it easy for the following driver to get ahead of you Perhaps you ease a little to the right qll P Loss of Control 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
48. back and place it over the inner sides of the boot side covers and the lowered top Raising the Top 1 Set the parking brake and shift your automatic transaxle to PARK P or your manual transaxle to NEUTRAL Turn the ignition key to the LOCK position 2 Open the trunk and leave it open 12 Go to the rear of the vehicle Place the boot center cover along the trunk lid opening Align one snap to snap ball stud and push forward Repeat for other snap 13 Close the trunk lid 14 Raise the rear seatback to the up position Push the seat back to make sure it is latched 3 From inside the vehicle fold down the rear seatback See Fold Down Rear Seat in the Index 2 49 4 Goto the rear of the vehicle Pull the snap knobs rearward to disengage the rear center cover Carefully tuck the center boot behind the rear seatback Make sure that the center cover is not covering the rear seatback latch Tuck end of center boot rearward to keep it away from the rear seatback hinge 2 50 Unsnap the boot side cover from the top of the quarter trim panel 7 Store both boot side covers in the trunk 8 Close the trunk 9 Raise the rear seatback to the up position Push the seal back to make sure it is latched 10 Turn the ignition to the RUN position Don t start the engine 11 Lower both door windows to avoid wear to the weather strips Lift side cover eyelet at rear of side boot cover fro
49. back seat 1 4 Your seatback will move back and forth freely unless you come to a sudden stop Then it will lock in place There s one time the seatback may not fold without some help from you That s if your vehicle is parked facing down a fairly steep hill To fold a front seatback forward push the seatback toward the rear as you lift this latch Then the seatback will fold forward The latch must be down for the seat to work properly Easy Entry Seat 2 Door Models The right front seat of your vehicle makes it easy to set in and out of the rear seat When you tilt the right front seatback fully forward the whole seat will slide forward After someone gets into the rear seat area move the right front seatback to its original position Then move the seat rearward until it locks To get out again tilt the seatback fully forward uf isn t locked it ves Fold Down Rear Seat open the fold down rear seat pull forward on the seat tab To close the seat push the seatback up ta its orginal position Push the seatback solidly up against the back plate to ensure that the latch will hook Safety Belts They re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly t also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System or air bag system
50. but also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial police Consider using sway control You can ask a hiteh dealer about sway controls e Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged 4 33 Then during the first 500 miles 800 km that you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h don t make starts at full throttle This helps vour engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer Don t drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers or more than 55 mph 90 kmi h to save wear on your vehicle s parts Three important considerations have to do with weight Weight of the Trailer Your vehicle can tow normally up to 1 000 pounds 450kg It depends on how you plan to use your rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important And it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at Pontiac Customer Services Department One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac Michigan 48340 2952 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive
51. by catsup coffee black ege fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks wine vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water fa stain remains follow the foam type instructions described earlier fan odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treat the area with a water baking soda solution teaspoon 5 ml of baking soda to 1 cup 250 ml of lukewarm water f needed clean lightly with solvent type cleaner Combination Stains Stains caused by candy ice cream mayonnaise chili sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows Carefully scrape off excess stain then clean with cool water and allow to dry fa stain remains clean it with solvent type cleaner Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove dirt You may have to do it more than once Things like tar asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don t get them off quickly Use clean cloth and a GM Vinyl Leather Cleaner or equivalent product Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays contaiming silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry Do not
52. cable connections must pass through the between the body and the Pull upward on the remote Her through the seal bet he E E Or a trunk lid release handle located on the floor near the left side of Make sure all windows are shut the driver s seat to release Turn the fan on your heating or cooling the trunk lid system to its highest speed with the setting on any air flow selection except MAX That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index i L un Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your Pontiac has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal However there are ways you can help Key in the Ignition If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves so don t do iL When you park your Pontiac and open the driver s door you ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your steering wheel will be locked and so will your ignition If you have an automatic transaxle taking your key out also locks your transaxle And remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicl
53. crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This 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 1 13 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 4 Door Models To move it down squeeze the release button and move the 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 tt try to move it down without squeezing the release button to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder Before you begin to drive move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you HSS What s wrong with this The shoulder belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way 1 15 What s wrong with this The belt is buckled in the wrong place 1 16 2 What s wrong with this TET CAUTION You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far
54. cruise switch from ON to RIA Hold it there until you get up to the speed vou want and then release the switch To increase your speed in very small amounts move the switch to R A for less than half a second and then release it Each time you do this your vehicle will go about mph 1 6 km h faster dup To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control Push in the button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want then release it To slow down in very small amounts push the hutton for less than half a second Each time you do this you ll go about mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your 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 or clutch pedal takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills To Get Out of Cr
55. doesn t require changing 6 19 How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at your Pontiac dealer Service Department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can damage your transaxle Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts starting a fire Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transaxle fluid Check the fluid level only when your engine is off the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transaxle is cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the transaxle case 6 20 Then follow these steps The manual transaxle dipstick is located below the brake master cylinder near the rear of the transaxle case Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and clean it with a rag or paper towel Push it back in all the way and remove it Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be between the ADD and FULL marks Note Fluid may appear at the bottom of the dipstick even when the fluid level 1s several pints low If the fluid level is where it should be push the dipstick back in all the way and flip the handle down If the fluid level is low add more fluid as described in the next steps How to Add Fluid When
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57. enough to make an air bag inflate In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and the vehicle s deceleration Vehicle damage is only one indication of this What makes an air bag inflate In frontal or near frontal impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is suddenly stopping as a result of a crash The sensing system triggers a chemical reaction of the sodium azide sealed in the inflator The reaction produces nitrogen gas which inflates the air bag The inflator air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules packed inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front af the right front passenger How does an air bag restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including rollovers and rear and side impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward the air bag Air bags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to sa
58. forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen shoulder belt is worn under the arm It should he worn over the shoulder at all times What s wrong with this AN 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 3 The belt is twisted across the body To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle Supplemental Restraint System SRS The belt should go back out of the way This part explains the Supplemental Restraint System SRS or air bag system Your Pontiac has two air bags one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system CAUTION rm You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you arent wearing your safety belt even if you have an air bag Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it The air CAUTION Continued Before you close the door he sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it vou can damage both the be
59. four speed automatic transaxle While PARK REVERSE R and NEUTRAL N operate identically for both transaxles the forward gear positions represent different gearing and operation See Forward Gears Three Speed or Forward Gears Four Speed later in this section 2 13 Three Speed Automatic PARK P This locks your front wheels It s the best Transaxle position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily Four Speed Automatic Transaxle 2 14 Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK range before starting the engine Your Pontiac has a brake transaxle shift interlock You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition key is in the RUN position If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P and also release the shift lever button on floor shift console models as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish Press the shift lever button before moving the shift lever See Shifting Qut of PARK in the Index REVERSE R Use this gear to back up NOTICE Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving forward 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 T
60. half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed The gage doesn t go back to EMPTY E when you turn off the ignition For your fuel tank capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index 2 66 Shift Light Manual Transaxle This light comes on when you need to shift to the next higher gear See Manual Transaxle in the Index Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light A computer monitors operation of your fuel ignition and emission control systems This light should come on when the ignition 15 on but the engine is not running as a check to show you it 1s working If it does not come on at all have it fixed right away If it stays on or it comes on while you are driving the computer is indicating that you have a problem You should take vour vehicle in for service soon NOTICE If you keep driving vour vehicle with this light on alter a while the emission controls won t work as well vour fuel economy won t be as good and vour engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty If Your Vehicle Is Equipped with OBD II 2 3L Code D Engine Only Certain vehicles are equipped with a new emission diagnostic system You can tell whether your vehicle has this system by reading your tune up label located under the hood If the label says OBD II on it the following Ins
61. have to park outside in very cold weather 18 C or colder If your vehicle has this option see Engine Coolant Heater in the Index What to Do with Used Oil Air Cleaner 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 oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soup and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags contaming used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of onl products Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own ol be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever dispose of ail by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recvcle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil H you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask your dealer a service station or a local recycling center for help SSS EO 6 15 N CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner 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 vou could be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner off NOTICE To check or
62. hazard warning flashers When you call tell the towing service e That your vehicle cannot be towed with sling type equipment That your vehicle cannot be towed from the rear with the front wheels on the ground That your vehicle has front wheel drive The make model and year of your vehicle e Whether you can still move the shift lever e Ifthere was an accident what was damaged When the towing service arrives let the tow operator know that this manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations The operator may want to see them When your vehicle is being towed have the ignition key off The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing service Do not use the vehicle s steering column lock for this The transaxle should be in NEUTRAL and the parking brake released CAUTION A vehicle fall from a car carrier if it isn t adequately secured This can cause a collision serious personal injury and vehicle damage The vehicle should he tightly secured with chains or steel cables before it is transported N CAUTION To help avoid injury to you or others Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck Always secu
63. i2 2 ss lll rre PIRE DITE ip A eed 2 25 Fus E IHE ie 6 42 Fifth Gear Manual Transaxle Tee ee 2 19 Filling Your Tank 6 4 Filter Air Cleaner 6 15 Filter ER Lua o rre as sr EA IS 6 46 Finish Damage eaten a hal a First 1 3 Speed Automatic Transaxle 2 16 First 1 4 Speed Automatic Transaxle p00 jaca eee nme 2 18 First Gear Manual Transaxle ERR ERE 2 19 Plash to Pass Feature gt gt gt 5 2 2 Flashers Hazard Warning 2 5 Fist Time 42 yaks ee whe anie 2 Fluids and Lubricants eeu eeosematesentrcres 6 54 Fold Down Rear Seat 2 2 2 Pi ease 1 5 Foreign 6 4 Fourth Gear Manual Transaxle D French Language Manou oo ane ceca te ace ea rer me Front Reading 2 38 Front Seatback Latehes 174 Pro TOWER EEEa aa ee ee Sei Sq PET PT TEE Ca Dea ete on 6 2 Fuel Gage LEE wa Box Ee a 2 66 Fuel Filing Your aae ee perenne ete 6 4 4 Fuel In Foreign Countries
64. ignition is turned on If the ignition has been off for less than two minutes the lamps inside your vehicle will stay on for about 15 seconds to provide an illuminated exit when you remove the key from the ignition After you exit the vehicle and all of the doors have been closed the lamps will stay on for an additional four seconds before fading off Battery Rundown Protection Your Pontiac is equipped with a Battery Rundown Protection feature designed to protect your vehicle s battery When any interior lamp trunk reading dome glove box etc is left on and the ignition is turned OFF the Battery Rundown Protection system will automatically turn the lamp off after 20 minutes This will avoid draining the battery This system does not protect against leaving on the headlamps To reactivate the interior lamps either Theignition must be turned on The activated lamp switch must be turned off then on OR A door must be opened The Battery Rundown Protection feature will also be activated when any door is left open If vour vehicle is left with the ignition off for over 24 days the battery power to the clock and audio system will turn off to reduce the battery drain When the ignition is turned on again battery power will be resupplied Under these conditions it will he necessary to reset the clock and audio system settings Inside Manual Day Night Rearview Mirror To reduce glare from lamps beh
65. 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 te follow e Will vou have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide from your exhaust can get into your vehicle see Carbon Monoxide in the Index Dirt and water can too The bumpers on your vehicle are not intended for hitches Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper type hitches to them Use only a frame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper 4 35 Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig And never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes Does your trailer have its own brakes Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properl
66. level of 0 10 percent the chance of this driver having a collision is twelve times at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is twenty five times greater The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol one drink No amount of coffee or number af cold 4 3 showers will speed that up I ll be careful isn t the right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be ahle to react quickly enough to avoid the callision There s something else about drinking and driving that many people don t know Medical research shows that alcohol in 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 disahled is higher than if the person had not been drinking ETE cau IO INS 1 a Mas ie J qus T mm Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to ga They are the brakes the steering and the accelerator All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road Sametimes as when you re driving on snow or ice it s easy ta ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide That means you can lose control
67. metal Connect it to the px sitive terminal of the good battery Lise a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Now connect the black negative cable to the good hattery s negative terminal Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery 12 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service 10 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 but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 11 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run 13 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent the engine for a while electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your Pontiac The usual towing equipment is A Sling type tow truck B Wheel lift tow truck Car carrier If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it was factory new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps aero skirting or special tires and wheels these instructions and illustrations may not be correct Before you do anything turn on the
68. of roads and in varying weather conditions We ve also included many other useful tips on driving Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving 15 Drive defensively Please start with a very important safety device in your Pontiac Buckle up See Safety Belts in the Index Defensive driving really means be ready for anything On city streets rural roads or freeways it means always expect the unexpected Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do Be ready for their mistakes Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance Its the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you 1s going to brake or turn suddenly Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy It s the number one contributor to the highway death toll claiming thousands of victims every year Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision Attentiveness Police records show that almost half of all motor vehicle related deaths involve alcohol In most cases these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving In recent years some 18 000 annual motor vehicle related deaths have been associated wi
69. of your vehicle Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That s perception time Then vou have to hring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time 15 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 feet 20 m That could be a lot of distance in an emergency so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important And of course actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road whether it s pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread and the condition of your brakes Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking That means better braking and longer brake life If your engine ever stops while you re driv
70. 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 Pontiac see the part of this manual called Children Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you ll want to know 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 Here s how to wear it properly 2 Close and lock the door Adjust the seat to see how see Seats in the Index so you can sit up straight 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you If the helt stops hefore it reaches the huckle tilt the Don t let it get twisted latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle the belt 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it 15 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 to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt the hips just touching the thighs In a
71. only two reasons why the brake fluid level in your master cylinder might go down The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear When new linings are put in the fluid level goes back up The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system If it is you should have your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new hrake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system A CAUTION NT hare toa seach Bone RH the engine The fluid will by eit the engine is hot When your brake fluid falls to a low level your brake warning light will come on See Brake System Warning Light in the Index 6 27 What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid such as Delco Supreme 1 1 1052535 Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only and always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap before removing it NOTICE Don t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your br
72. possible Don t shift into SECOND 2 unless you are going slower than 65 mph 105 km h or you can damage your engine 2 17 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 selector lever is put in FIRST 1 the transaxle won t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough NOTICE If your front wheels can t rotate don t try to drive This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object You could 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 t fmm mM Manual Transaxle EL ht Pe This is your shift pattern Here s how to operate your transaxle FIRST 1 Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST 1 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal You can shift into FIRST 1 when you re going less than 20 mph 32 km h If you ve come to a complete stop and it s hard to shift into FIRST 1 put the shift lever in NEUTRAL N and let up on the clutch Press the clutch pedal back down Then shift into FIRST 1 SECOND 2 Press the clutch pedal as you let up on
73. puddle of water or a car wash apply vour brake pedal lightly until your hrakes work normally ny Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you re going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road Hydroplaning doesn t happen often But it can if your tires haven t much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water 15 standing on the road If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining AI ee ss Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Turn on your low beam headlamps not just your parking lamps to help make you more visible to others Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires in the Index City Driving One of the biggest problems w ith cily streets is the amount of traffic on them You I want ta watch out for
74. quickly without removing either hand But you have to act fast steer quickly and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find sometime 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 your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement You can turn the steering wheel up to 1 4 turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge Then turn your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway LEFT APPROX aGuoanTem TUAN dge paved arinei Passing The driver ofa vehicle about to pass another on a two lane highway waits for just the right moment accelerates moves around the vehicle ahead then goes back into the right lane again A simple maneuver Not necessarily Passing another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the sume lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of a
75. reclip it to secure them in place The net isn t for larger heavier loads Store them in the trunk as far forward as you You can unhook the net so that it will lie flat when you re not using it Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also swing them to the side Ashtray and Lighter To use the lighter just push it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop hack out by itself NOTICE Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with vour hand while it is heating If you do it won t be able to back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overheat damaging the lighter and the heating element There is an indentation in the storage area directly in front of the lighter socket where you can store the lighter when you are using the electrical outlet for other accessories To clean the center console ashtray remove the entire ashtray and empty it The ashtray can be placed m the rear cupholder for the rear seat passengers 10 use NOTICE Don t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays If you do cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire causing damage Center Console Compartment To open the center console push the latch button and lift the lid back To close the center console push the lid down until it clicks There 15 a tissue holder built into the underside of th
76. shoulder belts l Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip 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 helt into the slots of the guide 1 30 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The 4 Buckle the belt around the child and make sure that elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on both the lap belt and the shoulder belt are secured top properly Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder See Safety Belts Rear Seat Passengers m the Index To remove and store the comfort guides just perform these steps in reverse order Squeeze the belt edges together so that you 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 of elastic cord exposed Center Passenger Position 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 To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap should
77. speed driving e Idle for long periods in traffic e Tow a trailer If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam try this for a minute or 1 If you have an air conditioner turn it off 5 13 Pod Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D for four speed automatic or DRIVE D for three speed automatic transaxles If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about ten minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle rieht away It there s still no sign of steam you can idle the engine for two or three minutes while you re parked to see if the warning stops But then if you still have the warming tum off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away 5 14 Le a ee Cooling System 2 3L Engine UN CAUTIONS Gobi when and can injure lf the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down 2 2L Engine When you decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what you Il see
78. steps 1 Turn the ignition on LOC will appear on the display 2 Press MIN and O00 will appear on the display 3 Press MIN again and hold until the last two digits of vour code appear 4 Press and hold HR until the first digit or digits of your code appear 5 Press AM FM after you make sure the code matches the one you wrote down SEC should appear on the display meaning you can now use your system and IL 15 secured Disabling THEFTLOCK If you want to turn off THEFTLOCK you will need to enter your code If you lose or forget vour code see your dealer 1 Turn the ignition on and the radio off 3 12 bo Press the and 4 preset buttons at the same time and hold until SEC shows on the display You now have only 15 seconds between each of the following steps Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display Press MIN again and hold until the last two digits of your code appear Press and hold HR until the first digit or digits of your code appear Press AM FM after you make sure the code matches the one you wrote down The display should show meaning your system is unsecured If SEC appears you entered the wrong code and the system is still secured Understanding Radio Reception FM Stereo FM Stereo will give you the best sound but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to come an
79. steps or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort 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 Experienced driver or beginner each of us 15 subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves The traction of the tires against the road surface makes 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 vehicle on wet you Il understand this The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you re in curve speed is the one factor you control Suppose you re steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Unless you have the Enhanced Traction System and the system is on adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places You cun lose control What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and slow down Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed
80. sure you have enough room around the vehicle Firmly apply both the parking brake see Parking Brake in the Index if necessary and the regular brake NOTE Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts On automatic transaxle vehicles try to start the engine in each gear The starter should work only in PARK P or NEUTRAL If the starter works in any other position your vehicle needs service On manual transaxle vehicles put the shift lever in NEUTRAL N push the clutch down halfway and try to start the engine The starter should work only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the Noor If the starter works when the clutch isn t pushed all the way down your vehicle needs service Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock BTS Automatic Transaxle 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 Index if necessary NOTE Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the key to the RUN position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P vour vehicle s BTSI needs service Steering Column Lock While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn
81. the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely Changing a Flat Tire If a tire gaes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on your hazard warning flashers 1 The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire 4 The equipment you ll need is in the trunk 3 Turn the center retainer nut on the compact spare tire housing counterclockwise to remove it then lift the tire cover You will find the jacking instructions label on the underside of the tire cover Remove the wing bolt securing the compact spare tire spacer and wheel wrench by turning it counterclockwise Then lift off the spacer and remove the spare tire Your vehicle has a foam tray for storing the jack and the tools Remove the jack and the wheel wrench from the foam tray 5 21 4 Remove the band around the jack Turn the jack 6 Near each wheel well is a notch in the frame which handle clockwise to raise the jack head a few inches the jack head fits in The front notch is 9 inches 23 cm back from the front wheel well The rear notch is 8 inches 20 cm forward from the rear wheel well If your vehicle has flared side moldings both fr
82. their middle positions Move a lever up to emphasize a frequency or down to de emphasize it Playing a Cassette Tape The side with the tape visible should face to the right If the radio is on the tape will begin playing If you hear nothing or hear a garbled sound the tape may not be in squarely Press EJECT to remove the tape and start over While the tape is playing use the VOL FADE BAL TREBLE BASS and the graphic equalizer controls just as you do for the radio Other controls may have different functions when a tape is inserted The display will show a cassette symbol and an arrow to show which side of the tape 1s playing Your tape bias 15 set automatically PREV Press this button to search for the previous selection on the tape Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between cach selection for PREV to work NEXT Press this button to go to the next selection on the tape Your tape must have at least four seconds of silence between each selection for NEXT to work The SEEK down and up arrows will also find the previous and next selections on the tape REV Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly Press it again to return to playing speed The radio will play while the tape reverses Use TUNE or SEEK to change the radio station FWD 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 while the tape advance
83. to Check and What to Use Here s how to add fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your clutch master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid See Owner Checks and Services and Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index 1 Remove the dipstick by flipping the handle up and then pulling the dipstick out Add fluid at the dipstick hole Pd Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid level up to the FULL mark on the dipstick 3 Push the dipstick back in all the way then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle 1s How to Check self adjusting The clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with hydraulic clutch fluid You do not need to check the fluid level unless you suspect a clutch problem To check the fluid level take It isn t a good idea to top off your clutch fluid Adding the cap off If the fluid reaches the step inside the fluid won t correct a leak reservoir the fluid level is correct A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired M Hae ET Engine Coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it
84. trunk put them as far forward as you can Try to spread the weight evenly If you have fold down rear seats you ll find four anchors on the back wall of your trunk You can use these anchors to tie down lighter loads They re not strong enough for heavy things however so put them as far forward as you can in the trunk Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Don t leave an unsecured child restraint in vour vehicle When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Don t leave a seat folded down unless you need to CAUTION If vou 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 Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section Ask your Pontiac dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with vour vehicle NOTICE Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty To pull a trailer correctly follow the advice in this part and see your Pontiac dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle Do not tow a trailer if your vehicle ts equipped with a 2 2L Code 4 engine You also cannot tow a trailer if
85. use Customer Assistance Information 8 1 This section tells you how to contact Pontiac for assistance and how to get service publications it also gives you information on Reporting Safety Defects on page 8 4 Index A nd Here s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual You can use it to quickly find something you want to read GENERAL MOTORS GM and the GM Emblem PONTIAC and the PONTIAC Emblem are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without further notice For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Pontiac Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your Pontiac 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 Litho in U S A Part No 10277239 Second Edition We support voluntary technician certification WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THEROLESH fos AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual taires canadi
86. use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Pontiac Use vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean damp cloth Your Pontiac dealer has two GM cleaners a solvent Lype spot lifter and a foam type powdered cleaner They will elean normal spots and stains very well Do not use them on vinyl or leather Here are some cleaning tips 6 42 Always read the instructions on the cleaner label Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn Use solvent type cleaners in well ventilated area only IF you use them don t saturate the stained area If ring forms after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Foam Type Cleaner on Fabric NOTICE Be careful A blow dryer may scorch the fabric Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt Always clean a whole trim panel or section Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines Mix Multi Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge Don t saturate the material Don t rub it roughly soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to r
87. wear Bad handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Don t forget your compact spare tire It should be at 60 psi 420 kPa How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure Simply looking at the tires will not tell you the pressure especially if you have radial tires which may look properly inflated even if they re underinflated If your tires have valve caps be sure to put them back on They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be inspected every 6 000 to 8 000 miles 10 000 to 13 000 km for any signs of unusual wear If unusual wear is present rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It s Time for New Tires and Wheel Replacement later in this section for more information The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals When rotating your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire Loading Information label Make certain that all wheel nut
88. well If the warning light comes on there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly as you start the vehicle If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road 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 or if the anti lack brake system warning light is flashing have the vehicle towed for service See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light and Towing Your Vehicle in the Index The brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake and it will stay on if your parking hrake doesn t release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem 2 61 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system this light will come on when you start your engine and it will stay on for three seconds That s normal If the light doesn t come on have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is problem If the light flashes when you re driving you don t have anti lock brakes and there could be a problem with your regular brakes Pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the peda
89. 000 km C Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first Emission Control Service _ Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 22 87 000 Miles 145 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service ACTUAL MILEAG E SERVICED BY 90 000 Miles 150 000 km CI Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service _ Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first Inspect engine accessory drive belt or every 24 months whichever occurs first An Emission Contral Service T L Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 24 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service Inspect spark plug wires except 2 3L Code D engine An Emission Control Service T Replace air cleaner filter Replace filter more often under dusty conditions An Emission Control Service Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed
90. 1 esee nnnm 6 48 Variable Controlled Cycle Windshield Wiper 2 20 Vehicle Damage Warnings iv Vehicle Identification Number UST ie Parmele 6 50 Vehicle Loading Vea AT I CN E e s E 4 30 Vehicle Storage ia eee ey Re 6 30 Vehicle Symbols co ee ees PESE ITE RT V Vehicle Control of a pado de d ES dace ia ah 4 4 es irruere a n XE eR KR ERR ecd aces n ee S Ventilation System Flow Through RU a E SUM eset an esie 3 4 Ventilation Tips MEET EI ONU IE ee Te RENE MAN TE n 2 42 Warning 5 2 Waming Flashers Hazard 5 1 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 2 59 Washing Your Vehicle 1 6 45 Enn MD Wis serere mamn ra n aa 8 27 6 54 Wikre Replacement i12 rr uie ale bales 6 39 Wheel Replacement ERAT NOTET RO 6 40 Window LOCK sea era OUS 2 27 2 26 Down impe west ma aT a a ew d E 2 26 Windshield Washer 2 2 31 Windshield Washer 2 31 6 26 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 33 Windshield Wiper Circuit Breaker dad aua CI E 6 53 Windshield Wipers XR ee 2 29 e
91. 1995 Y PONTIAC The 1995 Pontiac Sunfire Owner s Manual Seats and Restraint Systems COMNIS UE IES EE Ea EEE eC ETE This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly It also explains the SRS system Fentures and Controls TC ux This section explains how to start and operate your Pontiac Comfort Controls and Audio Systems WAREN REXECPFREEEAKRKE Se UA This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system Your Driving and the lt 5 646 Hl Here you ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions Problems on the Road 4 841 This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or engine overheating etc Service and Appearance DT Here the manual tells you how to keep your Pontiac running properly and looking good Maintenance Schedule rexutrmtEkbre renean mm kh S This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to
92. 2 3L Engine Code D When you open the hood you ll see ba Coolant Surge Tank Power Steering Fluid Reservoit Engine Oil Dipstick Brake Fluid Reservoir Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir 1f equipped Battery Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir Air Cleaner Engine Oil Fill Cap 6 9 Engine Oil If the CHECK OIL light on the instrument panel comes it means you need to check your engine ail level right away For more information see Check Oil Light in the Index You should check your engine oil level regularly this 15 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 Check the oil here 1f vou have a 2 L engine If you have a 2 3L engine the dipstick s handle will be a yellow ring Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the 011 pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level 6 10 To Check Engine Oil When to Add Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or If the oil is at or below the ADD mark then you ll need cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again to add some oil But you must use the right kind This keeping the tip down and check the level part explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index
93. 34a Air Conditioning 2 See refrigerant eharge label under hood Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant be sure the proper refrigerant used If you re not sure axk your Pontiac dealer For additional information see vour Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet gio Mi MELIUS ORT CY E E 15 2 gallons 57 51 Power Steering Purp 1 00 pint 0 47 Comin VERTI arem np E S YORK UN INTR NODE 1 14 pints 0 54 L TIE Preis gt gt See Tire Loading Information label on drivers door Wheel Nut Torque Peck peta eb a ud deos Ria 100 16 140 N m NOTE All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual SSS SS ss LL eee Replacement Bulbs INSIDE LAMPS BULB OUTSIDE LAMPS BULB Courtesy LAMPS ph wa ees 165 Back Up Lamps Dome Lamp cosy a ee ee ee he ex xara ME Sedan and Coupe 05 ee ety One NR 1156 Reading Lamp e 192 Front Parking Turn Signal Lamps Heater amp A C Control crecer eee mn 194 All except OT 3257 High Beam Indicator 194 E 3357NA Glove Box re neueren tee kenn ve
94. 67 500 Miles 112 500 km _ Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every 12 months whichever occurs first CI Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information SERVICED BY 7 33 Maintenance Schedule 75 000 Miles 125 000 km 82 500 Miles 137 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every C Change engine oil and filter or every 2 months whichever occurs first 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service _ Lubricate the suspension steering linkage C Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every and the transaxle shift linkage or every 12 months whichever occurs first 12 months whichever occurs first Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILE AGE 7 34 Maintenance Schedule 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every
95. AM EE release button on the buckle is positioned so you 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had t 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted E eee 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This 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 lorces unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for small adults The comfort guides pull the shoulder belts away from the neck and head 1 29 There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seal You will find them tucked in between the seatback and the interior body about half way down the edge of the seatback Here is how vou should install the comfort guides on the
96. Adjustment 5222222 arena rr ran 6 21 Controli ng son ofan ene wes rr kn 2 1 Compaet Dise Care 3 14 Compact Spare Tire 2 2229 Console Center Compartment 2 43 Control of olo oor vere a 4 4 Canmol Epiro c e cree REP eto noc cac Convenienoe Net 2 41 Convistibie ou Sher 2 45 gt gt gt gt 2 2 24 2 22 22 2 6 46 Lowering the Top each ea e eee a T eo 2 45 Lowering the Top Manually 2 83 Raising the ER E cale in 2 49 Raising the Top 2 33 Convex Outside Mirror 2 41 Coolant is RP ERN Coolant Heater Engine erin PN ma di Rin 2 13 6 14 Coolant Surge Tank 3 17 Coolant How to Add to the Coolant Surge Tank 3 17 Cooling System 2 222 2 2 5 14 CIS PURO 2 32 Erasing Speed Memory e nn nnn te 2 35 Getting Out of Cauda eid Papa ages rr roe 2 35 Increasing Speed eee 2 34 Passing Another Vehicle While VER Rica ra 2 35 Reducing Speed n n ng P Resuming a Set Speed 2 34 Rete o lllud at
97. CAE Reda 2 21 Brakes 2 4 6 EE era ese 4 36 4 5 Braking Emergencies 2 2 12 2 4 9 BTSI Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock 2 23 7 40 Bulbs 6 35 Bulb Replacement Headlamps UT 6 3 Bulb Replacement Taillumps 6 32 C aian Roadside Assislance 8 7 Capacities and Specifications 0 00000 ees 6 54 Carbon Monoxide PRN 27 4 35 Cassette Tape Player Cate 3 13 9 2 LH EE 3 10 CD Player Anti Theft Feature CES 3 11 Center Console Compartment 2 43 Center Passenger Position 1 32 Certification Tire Label eerie nee eee 4 30 Chains Safety 2 2 2 22 222222 2 2 2 1 4 29 Te oe eae Changing a Flat 5 21 Charging System i 2 65 Check Enghe Light erse anty escent nnn Check ages Light rera Check CRELISIE E 2 64 Checking Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 17 6 19 Brake 6 27 Rngint Coolant Engine Oil turi rr ene ae Hydraulic Chop ce coe See 6 21 Manual Transaxle Fluid
98. E R and firmly apply the parking brake dj e Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You re Parked Automatic Transaxle It s better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know Power Windows Option Z CAUTION 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 injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK 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 With power windows switches on the center console control each of the windows when the ignition 15 In addition in four door models each rear passenger door On a vehicle with manual windows use the window has a control switch for its own window crank to open and close each window Windows The driver s window switch has an Auto Down feature The driver s window be opened to the desired amount by pushing the rear of the switch t
99. Hearing or Speech Impaired TDD assist customers who have hearing difficulties Pontiac has installed special TOD Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf equipment at its Customer Assistance Center Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletvpewriter TT Y can communicate with Pontiac by dialing 1 800 TDD PONT TDD users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830 GM Participation in BBB AUTO LINE Alternative Dispute Resolution Program This program may not be available in all states depending on state law Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or to discontinue its participation in this program Both Pontiac and your Pontiac dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satistied with your new vehicle Our experience has shown that if a situation arises where you feel your concern has not been adequately addressed the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this section is very successful There may be instances where an impartial third party can assist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty To assist in resolving these disagreements Pontiac voluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LINE BBB AUTO LINE is an out of court program administered by the Better Bu
100. INE TNR 2 6 Theftlock Feature 3 11 TAT esta gece ce c CE Ctra Oe 6 24 Third 3 4 Speed Automatic e 2 17 Third Gear Manual Transaxle 2 2 19 Tui Steering Wheel 22 1 asus ern car EET pb owe Mete NES Tue LN cece cates EI ae OE E ek wake va 6 41 Tire Inspection and Rotation 8 35 Tire ica aya al 4 30 IO repr we rece OC 5 21 6 34 Alignment and 6 39 BOE TON ILES ex eens De ER Ra a ER ER REX a 6 37 LIGAT S ep enlace capes EK Y 5 21 Compact Spare o lcu kk Rue RE ele 5 29 PHONG rcr E 6 35 Inspection and Rotation 6 35 TEMPETE rcr cem exire 6 39 TERCER a alee sear eee oe Ut Am HT rt nta 6 38 ERE ida 6 38 Uniform Quality CAME ee cette tea Wear indicators cece ete tae beeen eee ees 0 37 Wheel Replacement 6 39 When It s Time for New 6 37 hp OPE cere rec Een eee 1 36 Torgue ina 2 23 Torque Wheel Nut il eere bbc et 5 27 6 54 TEMANE HEC EY 4 32 4 38 Towing Your Vehicle 2
101. IO RR STOP HAZ TURN B U WIPER Circuitry Daytime Running Lumps Automatic Transaxle Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock Compressor Cruise Control Exhaust Gas Recirculation 2 2L Engine Cannister Purge Valve AVC High Pressure Switch 2 31 Engine Park Lamps Side Marker Lamps Instrument Panel Limps Fuel Pump Fuel Injectors Flash To Fass Lamps Headlamps Hester AAC Control Rear Window Defogger Anti lock Brake System Engine Cooling Fan 12 21 Engine Engine Vent Heater 2 3L Engine Engine Ignition Instrument Panel Limps Alarm Module Entry Warning Chimes Overhead Lamps Map Reading Lamps Glove Box Lamp Trunk Lamp Radio Power Mirrors Rear Os HTR Sensor Heater 2 3L Engine Cal Powertrain Control Module Power Door Locks Power Windows Power Sunroof Radio Rear Window Defogger Stop Lamps Hazard Lamps Turn Signal Lamps Backup Lamps Windshield Wipers Windshield Washers saa m E m Gm LLL gt anes Under Hood Fuse Block BATT BATT 2 BLO COOLING FAN GEN IGN PCM Circuitry A C Compressor 2 3L Engine Anti Lock Brake System Variable Orifice Steer ing Anti Lock Brake System Power ACC Stop Lamp Circuits Lighting Circuits Heater A C Blower Engine Cooling Fan Generator Voltage Sense Ignition Switch Circuits Powertrain C
102. Ontario LIH 8P7 Filling Your Tank N CAUTION Gasoline vapor is highly flammable It burns Don t smoke if you re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The cap is behind hinged door on the right side of your vehicle While refueling hang the cap inside the fuel door To take off the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise A CAUTION If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likelv in hot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Pontiac in the Index When you put the cap back on turn it to the right until you hear at least three clicks NOTICE If you need a new cap be sure to get the right type Your dealer can get one for vou If you get the wrong type it may not fit or have proper venting and your fuel tank and emissions system might be damaged Checking Things Under the Hood The following sections tell you how to check fluids lubricants and important parts underhood Hood Release To open the hood firs
103. R WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER unto 333 J DEFOGGER VENTILATING FAN TEMP HOOD RELEASE CONDITIONING re y P LIGHTER CJ HORN e E Lec BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM s RADIATOR COOLANT T ENGINE GIL PRESSURE 71 RADIO VOLUME TRUNK RELEASE ENGINE OIL TEMP ANT LOCK BRAKE NOTES Y Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems EE ARR 2 M M Here you ll find information about the seats in your Pontiac and how to use your safety belts properly You can also learn about some things you should nor do with air bags and safety belts Seats and Seat Controls This section tells your about the seats how to adjust them and also about reclining seatbacks and head restraints Manual Front Seat Move the lever under the front seat to unlock it Slide A CAUTION the seat to where you want it Then release the lever and to move the seat with your body to make sure the You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to seat 15 locked into place adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adm the deiver i when the vehicle is not mo Driver s Seat Manual Lumbar Support Reclining Front Seatbacks Option The manual lumbar support control is lacated at the front of the driver s seat
104. a 240 pound 110 kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint Child Restraints Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury The instructions that come with the infant or child restraint will show you how to do that Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are sater if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat Never put rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here s why Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it 1 35 Top Strap If your child restraint has a top strap it should be anchored 1 36 If you have a convertible don t use a restraint like that in your vehicle because the top strap anchor cannot be installed properly You shouldn t use this type of restraint without anchoring the top strap
105. a solid object You could 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 Forward Gears Four Speed AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D This position is for normal driving with the four speed automatic transaxle If you need more power for passing and you re Going less than about 35 mph 56 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down e Going about 35 mph 56 km h push your accelerator all the way down 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 When driving on hilly winding roads e When towing a trailer so there is less shifting between gears When going down a steep hill SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and NOTICE Don t drive in SECOND 2 for more than 5 miles 8 km or at speeds over 55 mph 88 km h or you can damage your transaxle Use AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D THIRD 3 or DRIVE D as much as
106. age and the transaxle shift linkage or every 12 months whichever occurs first Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every 12 months whichever occurs first Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information SERVICED BY Maintenance Schedule II 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control 12 months whichever occurs first Service Emission Contral Service Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage Lubricate the suspension steering linkage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any and the transaxle shift linkage or every damage Replace parts as needed 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Y Inspect engine accessory drive belt or L Inspect Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR every 24 months whichever occurs first system 2 2L Code 4 engine only An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service C Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 24 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY D engine An Emission Control Service 1 Inspect s
107. ake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ll have to be replaced Brake fluid can damage paint so be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If vou do wash it off immediately 5ee Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your Pontiac has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly NOTICE Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Your rear drum brakes don t have wear indicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected Also the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or changing When you have the front brakes replaced have the rear brakes inspected too Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake
108. ally should only be done in an emergency and requires two people 2 53 4 Press the bypass switch down to the EMERGENCY OVERDRIVE position The switch is located under the shelf panel on the driver s side in the trunk Remove the top boot as described in Steps 4 through 7 in Raising the earlier in this section Lower the door windows completely Position one person on each side of the vehicle Carefully lift the top hy grasping the front corners of the top not the linkage NOTICE Do not attempt to force the top up if it does not move freely The top or its linkage can be damaged Make sure both sides are being lifted together to avoid twisting 5ee vour dealer if vou still can t move the top easily 8 Raise the top until it is all the way up Line up the top so the pins are even with the holes Pull down on the top and turn the latch handle up to lock the convertible top Press the bypass switch up to the NORMAL OPERATION position Close the trunk Raise the rear seatback to the up position Push the seat back to make sure it is latched 2 55 The Instrument Panel Your Information System Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economically The main components of your instrument panel are 1 Ins
109. ansaxle For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking your vehicle to get it out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels If your vehicle has the Enhanced Traction System you should turn the system off See Enhanced Traction System in the Index Then shift hack and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear or with a manual transaxle between FIRST 1 or SECOND 2 gear and REVERSE spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while vou shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxle is in gear If that doesn t get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Y Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your Pontiac This section begins with service and fuel information and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels There is also technical information about your vehicle and part devoted to its appearance care Service Your Pontiac dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it We hope you ll go to your dealer for all your service needs You ll get genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported service people We hope you ll want to keep your vehicle all GM Ge
110. ansaxle in the Index Aa When the system is on and the parking brake is fully released the Enhanced Traction System warning light will come on ta let you know if there s a problem with the system See Enhanced Traction System Warning Light in the Index When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly 4 8 To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should always leave the Enhanced Traction System on But you can tum the system off if vou ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle in the Index To turn the system off press the button on the shift lever knob The Enhanced Traction System warning light will come on and stay on If the Enhanced Traction System is limiting wheel spin when you press the button the system won t turn off right away It will wait until there s no longer a current need to limit wheel spin You can turn the system hack on at any time by pressing the button again The Enhanced Traction System warning light should go off Braking in Emergencies Use your anti lock braking system when you need to With anti lock you can steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine
111. ape or Compact Disc Player With the ignition on press SET SET will appear on the display for five seconds Press and hold the up arrow on the SEEK button until the correct minute appears Press and hold the down arrow on the SEEK button until the correct hour appears Radio with Cassette Tape or Compact Dise Player 1 Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears 2 Press and hold MIN until the correct minute appears AM FM Stereo Radio Plaving the Radio Turn the VOLUME knob to turn the system on or off VOLUME Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume RCL Press the upper knob briefly to recall the station being played or the clock display Finding a Station AM FM Press the lower knob to get AM or FM The display shows your selection TUNE Turn the lower knob to choose radio stations SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station Presets The four pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 14 stations 7 AM and 7 FM Press AM FM to select the band 2 Find the station vou want 3 Press SET until the word SET appears on the display 4 Press and hold one of the four numbered buttons or press and hold two side by side buttons un The sound will mute When it returns release the buttons Whenever you press that numbered button or pair of buttons the station you set will
112. ar 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 ure on it Try not to brake while you re actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that vou are near help and vou can hike through the snow Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a 4 26 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 warm You can run the engine to keep warm but be careful A CAUTION Gin trap quos mailer your This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and you You can t 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 pi
113. ase with a clean cloth at least every six months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning the Outside of Your Pontiac The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish 18 to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Use liquid hand dish or car washing mild detergent soaps Don t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface or they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or a 100 cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure vehicle washes may cause water to enter your vehicle 6 45 Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Pontiac by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Your Pontiac has a basecoat clearcoat paint finish The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoat clea
114. auses this Pontiac will repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever comes first Appearance Care Materials Chart 1050004 Shines vehicle without scratching 1080172 Tar and Road Oil Remover Also removes old waxes amd polishes 1080173 Removes rust and corrosion 1050174 White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Removes soil and black marks 1050201 If oz 0 473 1 Magic Mirror Cleaner Polish Exterior cleaner and polish 030214 3207 0 946 L Vinyl and Leather Cleaner Spot and stain removal 1050427 Cleans grease grime and smoke film 050429 6 Ibs 2 72 Kg Multi Purpose Powdered Cleaner Cleans vinyl cloth tires and mats 1051515 32oz 0946 L Windshield washer solvent and antifreeze 1052349 12 oz 0 354 L Lubrnplate White Grease For hood trunk door hinges and latches 052870 Wash and Wax Concentrate 1052088 8 oz 0 237 L Armor All Protector Protects vinyl leather and rubber Wheel Cleaner m Spray on wheel cleaner 1082920 8 0 237 L Capture Dry Spot Remover Armor Cleaner 12345725 2 oz 0 354 L Silicone Tire Shine Mot recommendex for pigskin suede leather See your General Motors Parts Department for these products See your Maintenance Schedule for other products 6 49 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 2675 i 2
115. be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded 7 6 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Maintenance Schedule I 6 000 Miles 10 000 km 9 000 Miles 15 000 km CI Change engine oil and filter or every C Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service L Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first C Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information 12 000 Miles 20 000 km 15 000 Miles 25 000 km LI Change engine oil and filter or every Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service _ Lubricate the suspension steering linkage L Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving and the transaxle shift linkage or every in dusty conditions Replace filter if 6 months whichever occurs first necessary An Emission Control Service SERVICED BY _ DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 8 Maintenance Schedule I
116. buckles latch plates retractors anchorages and reminder systems are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged restraint system parts If you see anything that might keep a restraint system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or fraved get a new one right away Replacing Seat and Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you ve had crash do you need new belts After a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new belts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn t being used at the time of the collision TS NOTES 1 46 Y Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Pontiac and information on starting shifting and braking Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem A CAUTION Leaving young children in 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
117. burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if you CD N CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine ZX CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mix will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix With plain water or the wrong mix 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 mix af clean water and a proper antifreeze NOTICE In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts 5o use the recommended coolant 1 You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure when the cooling system including the coolant surge lank pressure cap and upper radiator hose 15 no ee longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly about one quarter tum to the left and then stop I
118. ccessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States Please refer to the separate brochure provided by the dealer or call 800 268 6800 for emergency services Service and Owner Publications Service manuals service bulletins owner s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and many past model General Motors vehicles Toll free telephone numbers for ordering information United States 1 800 551 4123 Canada 1 800 668 5539 Service Manuals Service manuals contain diagnostic and repair information for all chassis and body systems They may be useful for owners who wish to gain greater understanding of their vehicle They are also useful for owners with the appropriate skill level or training who wish to perform do it yourself service These are authentic General Motors service manuals meant for professional qualified technicians Service Bulletins Service hulletins covering various subjects are regularly sent to all General Motors dealerships retail facilities GM monitors product performance in the field When service methods are found which promote better service on GM vehicles bulletins are created to help the technician perform better service Service bulletins may involve any number of vehicles Some will describe inexpensive service others will describe expensive service Some will advise of new or unexpected conditions and others may help avoid future costly repairs Ser
119. child restraint Children who have outgrown child restraints should 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different a as a E HC A on n e wear the vehicle s safety belts directions to be sure it is secure 7 er If you have the choice a child should sil next to remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s a ds window so the child can wear lap shoulder belt and sufety belt and let it go back all the way get the additional restraint shoulder belt can provide The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 1 42 Accident statistics show that children are safer if they zz i i t i are restrained in the rear seat But they need to use the CAUTION safety belts properly ccce Py e Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown out in Never Ame a crash belt diii rope pe the poten Pees crash the two children can be crushed together seriously injured A belt must be used by only one person at a time e Children who aren t huckled up can strike other people who are What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck 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 crush the child s upper body would have the re
120. ching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you don t want You wouldn t be able to start vour Pontiac and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems You could be injured if the vehicles roll Set the parking brake firmly on each vehicle Put an automatic transaxle in PARK P or a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL N Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Turn aff all lights that aren t needed and radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save your radio NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered hy your warranty 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries 5 Find the positive and negative terminals on each battery 6 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive and negative will go to negative or a metal engine part Don t connect to or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too 5 4 7 Remove the red plastic cap and connect the red B positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has Don t let the other end touch
121. come on even when the oil level is correct If this happens park the vehicle on a level surface and check the oil level NOTICE Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty Charging System Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and the engine is not running as check to show you it is working Then it should go out If it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with the electrical charging system It could indicate that you have a loose generator drive belt or another electrical problem Have it checked right away Driving while this light is on could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Fuel Gage When the ignition 15 on your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left When the indicator nears EMPTY you still have a little fuel left but you should get UNLEADED mor soon FUEL ONLY Here are four things that some owners ask about None of these show a problem with your fuel gage At the gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads FULL F It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than
122. d filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Contral Service L Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every 12 months whichever occurs first Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information 60 000 Miles 100 000 km C Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service _ Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every 12 months whichever occurs first Inspect engine accessory drive belt or every 24 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 24 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service Maintenance Schedule L Inspect spark plug wires except 2 3L Code D engine An Emission Control Service T C Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service L 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 Inspect Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR system 2 21 Code 4 engine only An Emission Control Service
123. d go AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM also pick up noise from things like storms and power lines To lower this noise try reducing the treble level Tips for Using Your Audio System Hearing damage from loud noise 15 almost undetectable until it is too late Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions hy 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 e Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Belore you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like tape player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio be sure vou can add what you want If you can it s very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicles engine Delco radio or other systems and even damage them And your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly 5o before adding sound equipment check with vour retailer and he sure to check Federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is n
124. driving up a hill That s normal and you don t have to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid of pinging It s the heavy constant knock that means you have a problem 6 ee What about gasoline with blending materials that contain oxygen oxygenates such as MTBE or alcohol MTBE is methyl tertiary buty ether Fuel that is no more than 15 MTBE is fine for your vehicle Ethanol 18 ethyl or grain alcohol Properly blended fuel that is no more than 10 ethanol is fine for your vehicle Methanol is methyl or wood alcohol NOTICE Fuel that is more than 5 methanol is bad for your vehicle 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 And even at 5 or less there must he cosolvents and corrosion preventers in this fuel to help avoid these problems Gasolines for Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with deposit control additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system That helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly It s good for your vehicle and you ll be doing your part for cleaner air Many gasolines are now blended with oxygenates General Motors recommends that you use gasolines with these blending materials such as MTBE and ethanol By doing so you can help clean the air especially in those
125. e Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in storage area or take them with you Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle 175 best to lock it up and take your keys But what if you have to leave your ignition key What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle Put your valuables in a storage area like your trunk or glove box Lock the glove box Lock all the doors except the driver s Then take the door key with you Passlock Option Your vehicle may be equipped with the Passlock theft deterrent system To find out if your vehicle has Passlock turn the ignition key to RUN position If the THEFT SYSTEM light comes on then your vehicle ts equipped with Passlock Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system The system i5 armed once the key is removed from the ignition Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct key is not used fuel is disabled During normal operation the THEFT SYSTEM light will go off after the engine is started In the unlikely event that the engine stalls and the THEFT SYSTEM light flashes wait until the light stops flashing before trying to restart the engine Remember to release the key from the START position as soon as the engine starts If after several tries the vehicle still does not start the vehicle may need service At this time you may also want to check th
126. e center console lid that will hold personal sized tissue packages 3 Cup Holders There is cup holder built into the front of the center console for your convenience To access it remove the ashtray There are also cup holders for the rear seat passengers in the back of the console Grab the cupholder cover trom both sides and pull it down 2 44 Sunroof Option Press and release the rear of the switch and the sunroof will open to the vent position Open the sunshade by hand when using the vent position Press the rear of the switch again to open the glass panel and the sunshade Press the front of the switch to stop the panel in any position Press and hold the front of the switch to close the glass panel The sunshade can only be closed by hand The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or closed if your Pontiac has an electrical failure Convertible Top Option Lowering the Top The following steps explain the proper operation of your Set the parking brake and shift your automatic convertible top transaxle to PARK P or your manual transaxle to NEUTRAL N Shut off the engine 2 Turn the ignition to the RUN position Don t start the NOTICE engine Lower the side door windows Remove any items from the convertible top 3 Push the button in the latch handle and turn the storage area before you lower the top Even handle down to unhook the latch pins from the holes
127. e you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated The compact spare is made to perform well at posted speed limits for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so vou can finish your trip and have your full size tire repaired or replaced where you want Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again NOTICE Don t take your compact spare through an automatic car wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle Don t use your compact spare on some other vehicle And don t mix your compact spare or wheel with other wheels or tires They won t fit Keep your spare and its wheel together NOTICE Tire chains won t fit your compact spare Using them will damage your vehicle and destroy the chains too Don t use tire chains on your compact spare 5 29 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow What you don t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but VOU must use caution 5 30 NOTICE Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires If vou spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your tr
128. e body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection 6 47 Finish Damage Any stone chips fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the 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 Al least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other dehris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody vehicle washing system can do this for vou Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ringlet shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job c
129. e compartment Lift off the cover to check the uses To identify and check fuses refer to the Fuse Usage chart The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused hy electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse Hf the hand is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating The fuse panel is located under the left end of the instrument panel To open push the tab on the access door to the left and pull the door forward Fuse Usage Fuse AIR BG AIR BG 2 ALARM CIG CLS PCM CLUSTER CRUISE 6 52 m oroo Pw acc enm we meen vaso 5 ALARM KHN ERLISE Eni EXT LAMP LAMP BACHGNIUM ao COT LA Inside Vehicle Fuse Block Circuliry Air Bag DERM Diagnostic Energy Reserve Power Air Bae DERM Crank Signal Alarm Module Entry Warning Chimes Cigar Lighter Hom Diagnostic Connector Instrument Cluster Powertrain Control Module Instrument Cluster Ant Lock Brake System Cruise Control Fuse DRL ERLS EXT LAMP F P 1NJ FLSH PAS HEADLAMP HVAC IGN INST LPS INT LAMP Os PCM TGN PWR ACC PWR WINDOW RAD
130. e fuses see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index See your Pontiac dealer for service If the THEFT SYSTEM light comes on while the engine is running a problem has been detected and the system may need service See your dealer for service In an emergency call the Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program at 1 800 ROADSIDE or 1 800 762 3743 New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your modern Pontiac doesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines e Don t drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first 500 miles 804 km Don t make full throtile starts Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles 322 km so During this time your new brake linings aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information 2 7 Ignition Switch LOCK B The only position in which you can remove the key This locks your steering wheel ignition and transaxle OFF C Unlocks the steering wheel ignition and transaxle but does not send electrical power to any accessories In the OFF position the instrument cluster and the automatic transaxle gear shift indicator have electrical power Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or tow
131. e may also occur from the right front passenger air bag bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger s air bag Do not open or break the air bag covers e The air bags are designed to inflate only once After they inflate you ll need some new parts for your air bag system If you don t get them the air bag system won t be there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts 1 24 Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Pontiac Air bags affeet how your Pontiac should be serviced There are parts of the air bag system several places around your vehicle You don t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle Your Pontiac dealer and the 1995 Sunfire Service Manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system To purchase a service manual see Service Publications in the Index The air bag system does not need regular maintenance eii seams ade ilr pag sium dti aes ae or yellow connectors They are probably part of aoe We stem Be sure to follow proper 3 cedu res and make sure the person work for you is qualified to do so Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Satety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are
132. e of all the different ways people use their GM vehicles maintenance needs vary You may even need more frequent checks and replacements than you ll find in the schedules in this section So please read this section and note how you drive If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see vour Pontiac dealer This part tells you the maintenance services vou should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle These schedules are for vehicles that 8 carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits You will find these limits on your vehicle s Tire Loading Information label See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index amp are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits amp use the recommended unleaded fuel See Fuel in the Index Selecting the Right Schedule First you ll need to decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle Here s how to decide which schedule to follow Maintenance Schedule Schedule I Definition Follow Maintenance Schedule I if any one of these is true for your vehicle
133. e the SHIFT light when you downshift 2 20 Shift Speeds Manual Transaxle This chart shows you when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy Acceleration Shift Speeds FIRST to SECOND 17 mph 27 km h SECOND to THIRD 30 mph 48 km h THIRD to FOURTH 39 mph 63 km h FOURTH to FIFTH 45 mph 72 km h If your speed drops below 20 mph 32 km h or if the engine is not running smoothly you should downshift to the next lower gear You may have to downshift two or more gears to keep the engine running smoothly or for good performance To set the parking brake hold the brake pedal down and pull up on the parking brake lever If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on NOTICE If you skip more than one gear when you downshift or if you race the engine when you To release the parking brake hold the brake pedal down Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down downshift you can damage the clutch or transaxle Parking Brake NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle If you are towing a trailer and parking on any hill see Towing a Trailer in the Index That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving The parking brake lev
134. e the most of available tire and road conditions You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps recetving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly Remember Anti lock doesn t change the time you need get your foot up to the brake pedal If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you won t have time ta apply vour brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes To Use Anti Lock Don t pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down und let anti lock work for you You may feel the system working or vou notice some noise but this 18 normal Enhanced Traction System Option Your vehicle may have an Enhanced Traction System ETS that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system reduces engine power by managing engine spark and shifting to higher transaxle gears to limit wheel spin You may feel or hear the system working but this is normal The Enhanced Traction 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 Tr
135. ea sieeve deadbeat ead 2 6 Parking on Hills While Towing a Trailer 4 38 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 24 Par king Your Wehicle Manual Transaxle ee a Parking At Night ce ee e E e E A 2 6 Gee se ee dard ee 4 11 Passlock Theft Deterrent System 2 0 Passlock Warning Light 2 70 Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 42 Power Door 2 4 Power Remote Control 2 40 Power Steering I 4 9 Power Steering Fluid Ee Ronin 6 25 COEPI tas ON ROLE 6 25 Power WindOWS 2 20 Pregnancy Use of Safety Bells 1 2 Problems on the Road comu Publications Service and Owner 8 7 Rasio Reception LE RAI US e ax adore Bou D poe Wey CRY tu E ICA A x Die RM UNIS SiS 3 5 AMIEM StEIEO 3 5 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player a al alt cla ES ny Rain Driving i 4 16 Rear Door Security Lock gt 55 2 4 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 1 29 Rear Seat Outside Position 1 26 1 26 Rear rs uina lua 5 11 Rear Windo
136. ed but never try to push start your vehicle A warning chime will sound if you open the driver s door when the ignition 1s off and the key is in the ignition RUN D An on position to which the switch returns after you start your engine and release the switch The switch stays in the RUN position when the engine is running But even when the engine is not running you With the ignition key in the ignition switch you can turn can use RUN to operate your electrical power the switch to five positions accessories and to display some instrument panel ACCESSORY A An on position in which you atning lights operate your electrical power accessories Press in the ignition switch as you turu the top of it toward you 2 8 START Starts the engine When the engine starts Ex release the key The ignition switch will return to RUN NOTICE for normal driving If vour key seems stuck in LOCK and vou can t turn it be sure it is all the wav in If it is then turn the steering wheel left and right while vou turn the key hard But turn the key only with Note that even if the engine is not running the positions ACCESSORY and RUN are on positions that allow you to operate your electrical accessories such as the your hand Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs service The ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition
137. ee Low Coolant Light in the Index If this light comes on it means you re low on engine coolant 63 To Add Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper mix ar the surge tank but only when the engine is cool When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is tight 6 24 Surge Tank Pressure Cap NOTICE Your surge tank cap is a 18 psi 124 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating When you replace your surge tank pressure cap a GM cap is recommended Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches preset temperature When you replace your thermostat an thermostat is recommended Power Steering Fluid The level should be at the H mark if the engine ts warm or at the C mark if the engine is cold Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem POWER Have the system inspected and repaired TEER What to Add APPHONER Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index NOTICE How To Check Power Steering Fluid When adding power steering fluid or making complete fluid change always use the proper
138. emove the suds Rinse the section with a clean wet sponge Wipe off what s left with a slightly damp paper towel or cloth Then dry it immediately with a blow dryer or a heat lamp Wipe with a clean cloth Using Solvent Type Cleaner on Fabric First see if you have to use solvent type cleaner at all Some spots and stains will clean off better with just water and mild soap If you need to use solvent e Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with clean dull knife or scraper Use very little cleaner light pressure and clean cloths preferably cheesecloth Cleaning should start at the outside of the stain feathering toward the center Keep changing to a clean section of the cloth When you clean a stain from fabric immediately dry the area with a blow dryer to help prevent a cleaning ring See the previous NOTICE Special Cleaning Problems Greasy or Oily Stains Stains caused by grease oil butter margarine shoe polish coffee with cream chewing gum cosmetic creams vegetable oils wax crayon tar and asphalt can be removed as follows Carefully scrape olf excess stain Follow the solvent type instructions described earlier Shoe polish wax crayon tar and asphalt will stain if left on a vehicle seat fabric They should be removed soon as possible Be careful because the cleaner will dissolve them and may cause them to spread Non Greasy Stains Stains caused
139. engine oil and filter or every CI Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service L Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first C Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY ou Maintenance Schedule I 45 000 Miles 75 000 km 48 000 Miles 80 000 km L Change engine oil and filter or every 1 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving Lubricate the suspension steering linkage in dusty conditions Replace filter if and the transaxle shift linkage or every necessary An Emission Conrrol Service 6 months whichever occurs first ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Maintenance Schedule I 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter Uses such as found in taxi police or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or delivery service more of these conditions If vou do not use your vehicle under any of n heavy city traffic where the outside these conditions the fluid and filter do not temperature reg
140. ens Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce guide en frangais chez votre concessionaire ou au DGN Marketing Services Ltd 1500 Bonhill Rd Mississauga Ontario LST 1C7 Copyright General Motors Corporation 1994 All Rights Reserved How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle This will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle In this manual you ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly Index A good place to look for what you need is the Index in the back of the manual It s an alphabetical list of all that s in 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 with gray background and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning In the gray caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Don t Don t do this or Don t let this happen iii Vehicle Damage Warnings Also in this book you will find these notices NOTICE These mean there is something that could damage your
141. er belt 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 vou would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to Children Everyone in vehicle needs protection That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size 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 Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for vour child A very young child s hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low on the hips as it should Instead the belt will likely be over the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force right on the child s abdomen which could cause serious or fatal injuries So be sure that any child small enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint Z CAUTION Never hold a baby in your arms while riding vehicle A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued heavy vou can t hold it For example a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 pound 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become
142. er is located between the bucket seals dM Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transaxle Models Only 2 Move the shift lever into the PARK P position like this Hold in the button on the lever and push the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle 1 Hold the brake pedal down and set the parking 3 Move the ignition key to LOCK brake 4 Remove the key and take it with you If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand vour vehicle is in PARK P 2 22 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running Automatic Transaxle Models Only If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you ve moved the shift lever into the PARK position hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pushing the button If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P3 Torque Lock Automatic Transaxle If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock To prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into PARK P properly before y
143. es 166 000 km Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions n heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If vou do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing Manual transaxle fluid doesn t require change ACTUAL MILEAGE ISERVICED BY Part B Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle make sure they are the proper ones as shown in D At Each Fuel Fill It is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill Engine Oil Level Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil ii necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mix if necessary See Coolant in the Index for further details
144. eturn to your lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move vour 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 making very sharp turns while trailering When you re turning with trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle has to have a different turn signal flasher and extra wiring The green 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 you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the green arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down
145. f You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NEUTRAL In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL only Also use NEUTRAL when your vehicle is being towed NOTICE Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engine racing isn t covered by your warranty 2 15 Forward Gears Three Speed DRIVE D This position is for normal driving SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on NOTICE Don t drive in SECOND 2 for more than 5 miles 8 km or at speeds over 55 mph 88 km h or you can damage your transaxle Use DRIVE D as much as possible Don t shift into SECOND 2 unless you are going slower than 65 mph 105 km h or vou can damage your engine FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the selector lever is put in FIRST 1 the transaxle won t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough 2 16 NOTICE If your front wheels can t rotate don t try to drive This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against
146. f you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove IL 3 Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mix up to the FULL COLD mark 5 19 By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mix to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is tight 4 With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine fan If a Tire Goes Flat It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have 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 pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on curve acts much like skid and may require the same correction you d use in skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get
147. fer to use a non scrubbing action wet type cleaner This type of cleaner uses a fabric belt to clean the tape head This type of cleaner cassette will not cause an error but it may not clean the tape player as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner 3 14 A scrubbing action cleaner is available through your dealer GM Part No 12344600 Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always verify that the cassette tape is in good condition and the tape player 1s clean before obtaining service on your tape player 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 15 soiled dampen 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 outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged If the mast should ever become slightly bent you can straighten it out by hand If the mast is badly bent as it might be by vandals vou should replace it Check every once in a while to be sure the mast is still tightened to the fender Section4 Your Driving and the Road Here you ll find information about driving on different kinds
148. fety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions What will you see after an air bag inflates After the air bag inflates it quickly deflates This occurs so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated Some components of the air bag module in the steering wheel hub for the driver s air bag or the instrument panel for the right front passenger s bag will be hot for a short time but the part of the bag that comes into contact with you will not be hot to the touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation will not prevent the driver from seeing or from being able to steer the vehicle nor will it stop people from leaving the vehicle 1 23 Your vehicle is equipped with a diagnostic module which records information about the air bag system The module records information about the readiness af the system when the sensors are activated and driver s safety belt usage at deployment Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag system Improper service can mean that your air bag system won t work properly See your dealer for service NOTICE If you damage the cover for the driver s or the right front passenger s air bag they may not work properly You may have to replace the air In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakag
149. formation DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 69 000 Miles 115 000 km CI Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 72 000 Miles 120 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first 75 000 Miles 125 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service C Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service 78 000 Miles 130 000 km LI Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service _ Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first C Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 81 000 Miles 135 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 21 84 000 Miles 140
150. go of the key If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the Iloor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds This clears the extra gasoline from the engine If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing but this time keep the pedal about one quarter of the way down for five or six seconds To start your 2 3 Liter engine I 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 engine gets warm ivi i Deep Standi ater NOTICE Driving Through Deep Standing Water 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 fuel injection system operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If 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 underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly 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 h
151. hanging Manual transaxle fluid doesn t require change ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Maintenance Schedule II The services shown in this schedule up to 100 000 miles 166 000 km should be performed after 100 000 miles 166 000 km at the same intervals Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every 12 months whichever occurs first Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 27 Maintenance Schedule 15 000 Miles 25 000 km 22 500 Miles 37 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service LI Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service _ Lubricate the suspension steering link
152. he knob back in when you re not using it SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station Presets The six pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations 6 AM 6 FMI and FM2 l Press AM FM to select the Find the station you want pa 3 Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons 4 The sound will mute When it returns and SET uppears on the display release the button Whenever you press that numbered button the station you set will return Adjusting the Speakers BAL Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position is a detent and balances the speakers FADE Press the knob lightly so it extends Turn the knoh to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position is a detent and balances the speakers Push the knob back in when you re not using it suig aby ae Setting the Tone BASS Slide the lever right or left to increase or decrease bass The middle position is a detent 3 7 TREBLE Slide the lever right or left to increase or decrease treble The middle position is a detent If a station 1s weak or noisy you may want to decrease treble Using the Graphic Equalizer The equalizer allows you to adjust seven separate frequencies of sound to your taste instead of just bass and treble Start with the levers in
153. hicle However you can use SAE 10W 30 if it s going to be 0 F 18 C or above These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 NOTICE Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines Starburst symbol Failure to use the proper oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM Goodwrench oil in Canada GM Engine Oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil Your Pontiac dealer 15 ready to advise if vou think something should be added 6 14 When to Change Engine Oil See if any one of these 15 true for you Most trips less than 5 to 10 miles 8 to 16 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic Most trips are through dusty areas You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle If any one of these is true for your vehicle then you need to change your oil and filter every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever comes first See Check Oil Light in the Index If none of them is true change the oil and filter every 7 500 miles 12 500 km or 12 months whichever comes first Engine Coolant Heater An engine coolant heater can be big help if you
154. hicle maintenance not only helps to keep your LEVEL AND GHANGE AS RECOMMENDED vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures important Improper vehicle maintenance or the removal of important components can significantly affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or even the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to help keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly This section covers the maintenance required for your Pontiac Your vehicle needs these services 10 retain its safety dependability and emission control performance Protection GM Plan Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties See vou Pontiac dealer for details eee 4 How This Section is Organized The remainder of this section is divided into five parts Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services shows what to have done and how often Some of these services can be complex so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment you should let your dealer s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs If you are skilled enough to do some work on your vehicle you will probably want to get the service information GM publishes See Service Publications in
155. hose nat having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires 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 6 38 Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are A and C They represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking straight ahead traction tests and does not include cornering turning traction
156. ield Washer NOTICE When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and To wash your windshield pull the stalk with the wiper other parts of the washer system Also symbol on 1t toward you one ume The wipers will water dosn t clean zx wall ax washer uid the speed that Tu Meer before 17 you had Fill vour washer fluid tank only 34 full no speed selected the wipers will stop when it s very cold This allows for Driving without washer fluid is dangerous A bad mud expansion which could damage the tank if splash can block vour vision You could collide with it is completely full another vehicle Check your washer fluid often Don t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage vour washer system and paint Cruise Control Option When you apply your brakes or the clutch pedal the cruise control shuts off oF 4 i ier 2 3 5 With cruise control you maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h 2 32 To Set Cruise Control 1 Move the cruise control switch to
157. increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision For example if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night But if you re driving don t wear sunglasses at night They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot af things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for vour 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 staring directly into the approaching headlamps Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly Remember that vour headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in tum or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blind
158. ind you move the lever toward vou to the night position 2 39 Remote Control Mirror Power Remote Control Mirrors Option The mirror control is located on the driver s door Rotate the control clockwise or counterclockwise to choose the mirror you want to adjust The outside rearview mirror should be adjusted so you can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position Then move the control in the direction you want the mirror to move Adjust each mirror so you can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in comfortable driving position Adjust the driver s side outside mirror with the control lever on the driver s door To adjust your passenger s side mirror sit in the driver s mirror is a spring loaded breakaway design seat and have a passenger adjust the mirror for you The mirror is a spring loaded breakaway design M Convex Outside Mirror Convenience Net Option Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so vou can see more from the driver s seat Your vehicle may have a convenience net You ll see it just inside the back wall of the trunk Put small loads like grocery bags behind the net t can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops Unclip a corner of the convenience net to fit larger ohjects behind the net then
159. ing brake normally but don t pump your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push 4 5 Anti Lock Brakes ABS Your Pontiac has an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid This light on the instrument panel will come on briefly when you start your vehicle When you start your vehicle or when you begin to drive away may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise And you may even notice that your brake pedal moves a little while this is going on This 15 the ABS system testing itself Tf there s a problem with the anti lock brake system the anti lock brake system warning light will stay on or flash See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index Here s how anti lock works Let s say the road is wet You re driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes Here s what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels 4 6 The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to mak
160. ion with a clamping device designed for towing Release the parking brake lf your vehicle has a manual transaxle you may tow l Set the parking brake your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground Follow 5 these steps Turn the ignition key to OFF to unlock the steering wheel 3 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing 4 Shift your manual transaxle to NEUTRAL 5 Release the parking brake NOTICE Make sure that the towing speed does not exceed 55 mph 90 km h or your vehicle could be badly damaged 4 29 Towing Your Vehicle from the Rear Loading Your Vehicle TIRE LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP WT FAT CTR RR TOTAL LBS KG MAX LOADING amp GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT COLD TIRE TIRE SIZE SPEED PRESSURE PSI KPa FRT SPA IF TIRES ARE HOT ADD APSI 2BKPa SEE OWNER S MANLIAL FOR ADDITIONAL S INFORMATION Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it NOTICE may properly carry The Tire Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the driver s door tells you the Do not tow your vehicle from the rear Your proper size speed rating and recommended inflation vehicle could be badly damaged and the repairs pressures for the tires on your vehicle It also gives you would not be covered by your warranty important information about the number of
161. is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating in the Index The proper coolant for your Pontiac will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 262 F 128 C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the proper engine temperature Let the warning lights work as they should What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean water preferably distilled and one half antifreeze that meets GM Specification 1825 M which won t damage aluminum parts You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825 M with a complete coolant flush and refill Use GM Engine Coolant Supplement sealer with any complete coolant flush and refill If vou use this mixture you don t need to add anything else 6 22 NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mix your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Adding Coolant To Check Coolant N CAUTION Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot When your engine ts cold the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark S
162. is off e e The parking brake 1s released and On vehicles with automatic transaxles the shift lever is moved from PARK P You can brighten or dim the instrument panel lamps by turning the dial up or down Turn the dial up all the way to turn on the interior courtesy lamps 2 37 This indicator light on your instrument panel comes on when DRL are on When the DRL are on only your high beam headlamps will be on at a reduced brightness The taillamps sidemarker and other lamps won t be on Your instrument panel won t be lit up either When you turn on the headlamp switch your high beam headlamps will go out and your headlamps will come on The other lamps that come on with your headlamps will also come on When you turn off the headlamp switch the regular lamps will go off and your high beam headlamps will come on to the reduced brightness To idle your vehicle with the DRL off set the parking brake The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamps system when you need it 2 35 Front Reading Lamps Models with Sunroof or Convertible Top These lamps are located on the rearview mirror Turn each one on and off by pressing its switch Illuminated Entry Exit System When you open either front door or open a rear door the lamps inside your vehicle will go on These lamps will fade off after about 40 seconds or when the
163. ise Lower the jack completely 5 26 12 Tighten the wheel nuts Don t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare firmly in criss cross lire It won t fit Store the wheel cover and plastic caps sequence as shown in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced NOTICE Wheel covers won t fit on vour compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover on vour compact spare you could damage the cover or the spare A 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 the right kind Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 pound feet 140 Nem 13 Store the flat tire in the compact spare tire compartment and secure with the wing bolt and extension if required Store the jack and wheel wrench in their compariment also 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 next in this section 5 28 Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare was fully inflated when your vehicle was new it can lose air after a time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 60 psi 420 kPa After installing the compact spare on your vehicl
164. it toward blue counterclockwise For cooler air Mode Knob The right knob has several settings to control the direction of air flow For each setting set the temperature to a comfortable setting o MAX Option This setting recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle and sends it through the instrument panel outlets The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting when it is needed to help dry the air in the vehicle vf VENT This setting brings in outside air and directs it through the instrument panel J BI LEVEL This setting brings in outside air and directs it two ways Some air is directed through the instrument panel outlets Most of the air is directed through the floor ducts and a little to the defrost and side window vents 4 FLOOR This setting sends most of the air through the ducts near the floor The rest comes out of the defroster and side window vents if DEFOG This setting allows half of the air to go to the floor ducts and half to the defrost and side window vents 3 2 DEFROST This setting directs most of the air through the defroster and side window vents Some of the air goes to the floor ducts If your vehicle is equipped with an air conditioner the air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting when it is needed to help dry the air in the vehicle Air Conditioning Compressor Button Press the A C button to operate the air conditione
165. l may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop Have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index 2 62 If the anti lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you ve started your engine turn the ignition off Or if the light comes on and stays on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays on or comes on again while you re driving your Pontiac needs service If the light is on but not flashing and the regular brake system warning light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti lock brakes Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Low Coolant Warning Light lf this light comes on and stays on your system 15 low on coolant and the engine may overheat See Engine Coolant in the Index and have your vehicle serviced is ats YOu With the ignition in the RUN position this gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the red area your engine is too hot It means that your engine coolant has overheated If you have been operating your vehicle under normal conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible In Problems on the Road this manual shows what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index a Oil Warning Light If you have a lo
166. l need to be very careful What s the worst time for this Wet ice Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may affer the least traction of all You can get wet when it s about freezing 32 F 0 C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet until salt and sand crews can gel there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution If you have the Enhanced Traction System keep the system on Tt will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road Even though your vehicle has this system you Il want to slow down and adjust vour driving to the road conditions See Enhanced Traction System in the Index If you don t have the Enhanced Traction System accelerate gently Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more 4 25 Your anti lock brakes improve your ability to make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have the anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock in the Index Allow greater following distance on any slippery road Watch 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 appe
167. le that can make you sleepy Don t let it happen te you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eves moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently Ji you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest service or parking area and take nap get some exercise 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 4 22 If you drive regularly steep country or if you re planning to visit there here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transaxle and you can climb the hill better
168. le under the Pontiac Courtesy Transportation Program Please consult your dealer for details Jn Canada please consult your GM dealer for information on Courtesy Transportation We have quick eusy access to telephone numbers of the following services depending on your needs Hotel e Glass replacement Rental vehicles or taxis Police fire department or hospitals 8 6 Courtesy Transportation For warranty repairs during In many instances mechanical failures are covered under Pontiac s comprehensive warranty However when other outside services are utilized our advisors will explain any payment obligations you might incur For prompt and efficient assistance when calling please provide the following information to the advisor Location of vehicle Telephone number of your location Vehicle model year and color Mileage of vehicle Vehicle identification number 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 obsessive in frequency or type of occurrence While we hope that you never have the occasion to use our service it is added security while travelling for you and your family Remember we re only a phone call away Pontiac Roadside Assistance 1 800 ROADSIDE or 1 800 762 3743 Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program a
169. leen Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Clutch Linkage Pivot Points Chassis Lubrication Wind shield Washer Solvent Hood Latch Assembly Pivots and Spring Anchor b Release Pawl a Engine oil b Chassis lubricant GM Part Na 1052497 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB 7 44 USAGE FLUHVLUBRICANT __ Hood and Door Engine oil or Lubriplate Lubricant Hinges Fuel GM Part No 1050109 Door Hinge Rear Compartment Lid Hinges Rear Folding Seat Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 or equivalent Weatherstrip Conditioning See Replacement Parts in the Index for recommended replacement filters valves and spark plugs Any additional information from Owner Checks and Part E Maintenance Record Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on After the scheduled services performed record the the following record pages Also you should retain all date odometer reading and who performed the service maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record ODOMETER J READING SERVICED BY ODOMETER READING Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Pontiac if you need assistance This section also tells you how to obtain
170. ll traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing e Drive ahead Look down the road to the sides and to crossroads for situations that mieht affect your passing patterns IF you have any doubt whatsoever about muking successful pass wait for a better time e Watch for traffic signs pavement markings and lines If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection delay your pass A broken center line usually indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead ts 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 4 11 Lo 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 visian especially if you re following a larger vehicle Also you won t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops Keep back a reasonable distance When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and don t get too close Time your move so you will be increasing speed as rhe time comes to move into the other lane If the way is clear to pass you will have a running start that more than makes up for the distance you would lose by dropping hack And if something happens to cause you ro cancel your pass vou need only slow down and drop back
171. lt and your vehicle 1 20 There is air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG The system checks the air bag s 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 is the air bag The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel 1 21 234 LT PU gens Fm m tis When should an air bag inflate The air bag is designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or neur frontal crashes The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system s designed threshold level If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn t move or deform the threshold level is about 9 to 15 mph 14 to 24 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 22 E It is possible that in a crash only one of the two air bags in your Sunfire will deploy This is rare but can happen in a crash just severe
172. m snap ball stud Raise the back of the boot side cover to unhook the tab A from the slot B in the quarter trim panel Do the same on the other side 2 51 12 Push the button in the latch handle and turn the 13 Turn the latch handle up to lock the top handle down Push the handle forward toward the windshield and hold it until the convertible top is fully raised and the latch pins are all the way in the holes above the windshield 14 Turn the ignition key to the LOCK position 2 52 Lowering the Top Manually Before you do these steps check to make sure that the bypass switch in the trunk is switched up to the NORMAL OPERATION position If it is not switch it NOTICE tothe NORMAL OPERATION position and see if the Do not attempt to lower the top manually as Fewer oP works damage to the vehicle will occur If the top fails to 1 Set the parking brake and shift your automatic raise or lower completely see Raising the Top transaxle to PARK P or your manual transaxle to Manually later in this section NEUTRAL Turn the engine off 2 Push the button in the latch handle and turn the Raising the Top Manually handle down If your vehicle loses power or something else happens 3 Open the trunk that prevents you from raising the top electrically you may need to raise the top manually This will allow you to safely drive the vehicle until you can get the top repaired Raising the convertible top manu
173. many miles that first part of the journey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Pontiac dealers all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check betore a trip Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside e Wiper Blades Are they in good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Haye you checked all levels Lamps Are they all working Are the lenses clean 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 Weather Forecasts What s the weather outlook along your route Should you delay your trip a short lime to avoid a major storm system Maps Do you have up to date maps 4 21 Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum af the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehic
174. 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 throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it s more likely that the fetus won t be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt See Driver Position earlier in this section Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Kear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts 1 26 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 If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the 12 N
175. n the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint 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 child passenger 1 38 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position You ll be using the lap belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one I Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch 4 Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the plate and pulling it along the belt restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how F Put the restraint on the seal Follow the instructions for the child restraint 5 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the 3 Secure the child in the child restraint as the d safety belt quickly if vou ever had to instructions say 1 39 6 To tighten the belt pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure If the child restraint isn t secure turn the latch plate over and buckle it again Then see if it is secure If it isn t secure the restraint in a different place in the vehicle and contact the child restraint make
176. ness the inability to see in dim light and aren t even aware of it 4 15 Driving in the Rain Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble On a wet road you can t stop accelerate or turn as well because your tire to road traction isn t as good as on dry roads And if your tires don t have much tread left you ll get even less traction It s always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving The surface may get 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 wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes 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 well in quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large
177. ng a claim with a state run arbitration program or in the courts For further information contact the BBB at 1 800 955 3100 or the Pontiac Customer Assistance Center at 1 00 CARES agp ee P IQQ EP E RR ER EE EE REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA 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 TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should immediately notify Transport Canada in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited You may write to Transport Canada Box S880 Ottawa Ontario K 16 312 REPORTING SAFETY
178. nuine GM parts have one of these marks E t Delco Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to get the proper Pontiac Service Manual It tells you much more about how to service your Pontiac than this manual To order the proper service manual see Service Publications in the Index 6 1 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record in the Index NOTICE If vou try to do your own service work without knowing enough about it your vehicle could be damaged Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher It should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the United States and CGSB 3 5 92 in Canada These fuels should have the proper additives so you should not have to add anything to the fuel In the United States and Canada it s easy to be sure you get the right kind of gasoline unleaded You ll see UNLEADED right on the pump And only unleaded nozzles will fit into your vehicle s filler neck Be sure the posted octane is at least 87 If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If it s bad enough it can damage your engine If you re using fuel rated at 87 octane or higher and you still hear heavy knocking your engine needs service But don t worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you re accelerating or
179. ny corrosive materials from the underbody Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year for instance cach spring and fall You should let your GM dealer s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once Restraint Systems Now and then make sure all your belts buckles latch plates retractors anchorages and reminder systems are working properly Look for any loose parts or damage If you see anything that might keep a restraint system from doing its job have it repaired Steering Suspension and Front Wheel Drive Axle Boot and 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 proper hookup binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary 7 42 Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhau
180. nytime battery power is removed To unlock it code must be entered These instructions will tell you how to enter a code into your system They also tell you how to unlock the system with your code and how to shut off the THEFTLOCK system Entering a Code 1 Write down any number from 000 to 1999 This is your code Turn the ignition to ACC or RUN Turn the radio off Press the and 4 preset buttons at the same time and hold until shows on the display gt You now have only 15 seconds between each of the following steps 5 Press MIN and will appear on the display 6 Press MIN again and hold until the last two digits of your code appear 7 Press and hold HR until the first digit or digits of your code appear 8 Press AM FM after you make sure the code matches the one you wrote down will appear on the display meaning you should repeat steps 5 through 7 9 After you repeat the steps press AM FM SEC should appear on the display meaning vour system is secured If your ignition is off the THEFTLOCK indicator light on the radio face will flash Store the paper with your code written on it in a safe place not in your vehicle 3 11 Unlocking the System If battery power is removed for any reason LOC will appear on the display when power is reapplied You will need to enter your code to unlock the system You have only 15 seconds between each of the following
181. o call 1 800 496 9992 English or 1 800 496 9993 Spanish In the 17 5 Virgin Islands call B00 496 9994 n other overseas locations contact GM North American Export Sales in Canada by calling 1 905 644 4112 For prompt assistance please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Your name address home and business telephone numbers Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the left top of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield Dealer name and location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage Nature of concern We encourage you to call the toll free number listed previously in order to give your inquiry prompt attention However if you wish to write Pontiac write Lo United States Pontiac Division Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac MI 48340 2952 8 2 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 Refer to vour Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of Canadian and GM Overseas offices When contacting Pontiac please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the dealer using the dealer s facilities equipment and personnel That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern Customer Assistance for the
182. o press the knob to the right of it Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm NOTICE Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the red area or engine damage may occur Warning Lights Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle The pictures will help you locate them Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury Warning lights came on when there may be or is problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens 2 59 Gages can indicate when there may be or 15 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 manuals advice Waiting to do repairs be costly and even dangerous 5o please get t
183. o know your warning lights and gages They re a big help Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key 15 turned to RUN or START a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts unless the driver s safety belt is already buckled The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for about 20 seconds then it will flash for about 55 seconds If the driver s belt is already buckled neither the chime nor the light will come on Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG The system checks the bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the air bag sensors and modules the wiring and the diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Air Bag in the Index You will see this light flash for a few seconds when you Then the light should go out This means the system is ready If the air bag readiness light doesn t come on when you start your vehicle or stays on or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away 2 60 Brake System Warning Light Your Pontiac s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can still work and stop vou For good braking though you need both parts working
184. o the first tai r3 c detent For the Auto Down feature push the rear of the switch all the way down The switch will latch in the rearward position until the window is fully open To stop the window while it is lowering briefly press the switch forward then release To raise the window press and hold the switch forward You may also have a lockout switch Push LOCK to disable the rear passenger power window switches This will prevent rear passengers from opening and closing the windows The driver can still control all windows with the switch in the lock position Press the LOCK button to unlock the passenger window switches Horn You can sound the horn by pressing the center of your steering wheel Tilt Steering Wheel Option A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place 2 27 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlamp High Low Beam Changer Cruise Control Option Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward for right and two downward for left positions
185. olant heater you can use it to help your system provide warm air faster when its cold outside 0 F 18 C or lower An engine coolant heater warms the coolant your engine and heating system use to provide heat See Engine Coolant Heater in the Index Ventilation For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed use VENT to direct outside air through your vehicle Your vehicle also has the flow through ventilation system described later in this section Defogging and Defrosting Windows Your system has two settings for clearing the front and side windows To defrost the windows quickly use DEFROST with the temperature knob all the way in the red area To warm passengers while keeping the windows clean use DEFOG To detog the side windows while using the air conditioner set the right control to BI LEVEL the fan control to the highest setting and press the A C button Aim the side vents toward the side windows For increased air flow to the side vents close the center vents 3 3 Rear Window Defogger uses a warming grid to window defogger on It will turn itself off after about ten munules If you turn it on again the defogger will only run for about five minutes before turning off You can also turn it off by pressing the button again Do not attach a temporary vehicle license across the defogger grid on the rear window NOTICE Don t use a razor blade or something el
186. on System ETS this warning light should come on briefly as you start the engine If the warning light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If it stays on or comes on when you re driving there may be a problem with your Enhanced Traction System and your vehicle may need service When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly 2 69 The Enhanced Traction System warning light may come on for the following reasons you turn the system off by pressing the button on the shift lever knob the warning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on press the button again The warning light should go off See Enhanced Traction System in the Index for more information The warning light will come on when you set your parking brake with the engine running and it will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully If the system 1s turned on and the warning light stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means there s a problem with the system e If the temperature of the catalytic converter begins to get too high the system will turn off and the warning light will come on until the catalytic converter cools down The system does this to prevent catalytic converter damage If the Enhanced Traction System warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is
187. ont and rear notches are 18 inches 46 cm from the wheel wells 5 Using the wheel wrench remove the plastic cap nuts if your vehicle is so equipped and loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove the wheel nuts yet Position the jack under the vehicle Raise the jack head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle s frame nearest the flat tire Put the compact spare tire Mea 5 23 NOTICE Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack Be sure to fit the 7 Raise the vehicle rotating the jack handle jack lift head into the proper location before clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the raising your vehicle ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit NOTICE Do not jack or lift the vehicle using the oil pan Pans could crack and begin to leak fluid 5 24 Remove all of the wheel nuts and if you have wheel cover use your fingers to carefully pry the wheel cover from the wheel Then take off the flat lire 9 Remove rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface 5 25 10 Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 11 Lower the vehicle by rotating the jack handle counterclockw
188. ontrol Module Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp system checked right away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by 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 fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power windows und other power accessories When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed 6 53 Capacities and Specifications NCPC ECHO En cna 4 0 quarts 3 80 L When changing filter more ot may be needed Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement 4 0 quarts 3 80 L After Complete Overhaul CHO CETT EET E 6 9 quarts f amp amp 1 When draining replacing tongue converter more fluid be Manual Transaxle Complete Drain and Refill fap eer tigi 2 0 quarts 1 90 L Cooling System 10 3 quarts 9 8 L Edit sri E siden a CRI EUR S I ee a aon C A Lyn 10 7 quarts 10 1 L Refrigerant R 1
189. open your door and set the locks from inside Then get out and close the door the driver or passenger door Rear Door Security Lock 4 Doors Models Your Pontiac is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your car from the inside To use one of these locks l Use a key to move the lock all the way up 2 Close the door 3 Do the same thing to the other rear door lock The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from inside when this feature is in use If you want to open rear door when the security lock is on 1 Unlock the door from the inside 2 Then open the door from the outside If you don t cancel the security lock feature adults or older children who ride in the rear won t be able to open the rear door from the inside You should let adults and older children know how to cancel the lacks To cancel the rear door lock 1 Unlock the door from the inside and open the door AN CAUTION from the outside rom the outside dangerous ta drive with the trunk lid Use a key to move the lock all the way down open because carbon monoxide CO gas can 3 Do the same for the other rear door come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death The rear door locks will now work normally If vou must drive with the trunk lid open or if Remote Trunk Release Option electrical wiring or other
190. ot cleaned regularly is subject to reduced sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Tape cassettes that are not properly stored in their plastic cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat may not operate properly and could cause premature failure of the tape player 3 13 Your tape player should be cleaned with every 50 hours of use to provide optimum performance Your radio may display to indicate that you have used your tape player for 50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer If you notice a reduction in sound quality regardless of when the tape plaver was last cleaned try playing a different cassette to see if the tape or the tape player is at fault If the second cassette results in no improvement in sound quality try cleaning the tape player Proper tape player cleaning should be done with a scrubbing action nonabrasive cleaner cassette This 15 wel type cleaning system that uses a cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turm To properly clean your tape player follow the instructions with the cleaning cassette If you use this type of cleaner the radio may display an error and eject the cartridge This is normal and is the result of an added feature in the tape player that detects broken tapes If an error occurs you will need to insert the cleaning cassette at least three times to thoroughly clean the tape player You may pre
191. ou leave the driver s seat To find out how see Shifting Into PARK in the Index When you are ready to drive move the shift lever out of PARK before you release the parking brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the transaxle so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Automatic Transaxle Your Pontiac has a brake transaxle shift interlock You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in the RUN position See Automatic Transaxle in the Index 2 23 the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P and also release the shift lever button on floor shift console models as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish Press the shift lever button before moving the shift lever If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on Parking Over Things That Burn If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to OFF Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 Shift to NEUTRAL Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want bob Bow m Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transaxle Before you get out of your vehicle put your manual transaxle in REVERS
192. ould be flooded with too much gasoline moving If vou do vou could damage the Try pushing vour accelerator pedal all the way to the transaxle Shift to PARK P only when your floor and holding it there as you hold the key in vehicle is stopped START for about three seconds If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing but M M M M this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds This clears the extra gasoline from the engine 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 fuel injection system 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 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 NOTICE Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause vour battery to be drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor If it doesn t start right away and if the weather is very cold below 20 F or 29 C push the accelerator pedal about one quarter of the way down while you turn the key to START Do this until the engine starts As soon as it does let
193. ow to do it without damaging your vehicle See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index 2 T eee eee _ _ _ ee Engine Coolant Heater Option In very cold weather 0 18 C or colder the engine coolant heater can help You ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle To use the coolant heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical card 3 Plug it into normal grounded 110 volt outlet NOTICE After you ve used the coolant heater be sure to store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it could he damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the weather the kind of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list everything here we ask that you contact vour Pontiac dealer in the area where you ll be parking your vehicle The dealer can give vou the best advice for that particular area Automatic Transaxle Your Pontiac may be equipped with a three speed automatic or a four speed automatic transaxle The shift lever is located on the console between the seats There are six different positions for the shift lever on the three speed automatic and seven for the
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195. park plug wires except 2 3L Code 51 Maintenance Schedule 37 500 Miles 62 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every 12 months whichever occurs first C Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information 45 000 Miles 75 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service _ Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every 12 months whichever occurs first DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Maintenance Schedule 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter Uses such as found in taxi police or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or delivery service more of these conditions If vou do not use your vehicle under any of In heavy city traffic where the outside these conditions the fluid and filter do not temperature regularly reaches 90 F require changing 32 C or higher Manual transaxle fluid doesn t require In hilly or mountainous terrain change When doing frequent trailer towing ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Maintenance Schedule II 52 500 Miles 87 500 km Change engine oil an
196. pe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn t collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that s away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps 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 awhile 4 27 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 really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes Recreational Vehicle Towing You can tow vour vehicle behind another vehicle for use at your destination Be sure to use proper towing equipment designed for recreational towing Follow the instructions for the towing equipment Towing Your Vehicle from the Front Follow these steps 2 3 Put the front wheels on a dolly Set the parking brake Turn the ignition key to OFF to unlock the steering wheel Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead posit
197. 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 weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP E DATE GVWR GAWR RR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI CABLE U S FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY BUMPER AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE The other label is the Certification label found on the rear edge of the driver s door It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the 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 132 165 60 ke in your vehicle s trunk If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going 4 31 Towing a Trailer Models with 2 3L Engine and Four Speed Automatic Transaxle CAUTION Things you put inside vour vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or ina crash Put things in the trunk of your vehicle In a
198. r compressor The indicator light above the button will glow when the button is pressed You don t have to press the button to run the compressor in MAX or DEFROST Air Conditioning Option On very hot days open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down which should help fuel economy For quick cool down on very hot days use MAX with the temperature knob all the way in the blue area If this setting is used for long periods of time the air in your vehicle may become too dry For normal cooling on hot days use VENT with the temperature knob in the blue area and the A C button pushed in The system will bring in outside air and cool it On cool but sunny days the sun may warm your upper body but your lower body may not be warm enough You can use BI LEVEL with the temperature knob in the middle and the A C button pushed in The system will bring in outside air and direct slightly warmer air to your lower body You may notice this temperature difference more at some times than others Heating On cold days use FLOOR with the temperature all the way in the red area The system will bring in outside air heat it and send it to the floor ducts Your vehicle has heat ducts that are directed toward the rear seat Keep the area under the front seats clear of obstructions so the heated air can reach the rear seat passengers If vour vehicle has an engine co
199. r a new battery we recommend a Delco Freedom battery Get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label 6 29 Vehicle Storage Halogen Bulbs If you re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more take off the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down Headlamp Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb see Replacement Bulbs in the Index Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods 6 30 Remove the first bolt and carefully pry up the shield 2 Remove the bolt that anchors the headlamp that covers the headlamp assembly Be careful not to assembly Pull the headlamp assembly toward the break the fasteners that hold the shield in place front of the vehicle to access the bulb assembly 3 Twist the bulb assembly 1 4 turn counterclockwise and remove it from the headlamp assembly ee Taillamp Bulb Replacement 4 Disconnect the bulb base from the socket by lifting the plastic locking tab 5 Snap anew bulb into the socket dm the type of bulb see Replacement Bulbs in the Replace the bulb assembly by reversing steps 1 3 gt ooh 1 Pull the carpet away from the rear of the trunk 2 Remove the taillamp bulb assembly by turning it 4 turn counterclockwise Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 3 To remove the bulb pull it out
200. r cater LU orario ee E Rt ehe EIU anes 2 18 Mona cru Pre ctun a 2 13 uu eux 2 2 14 Reverse 2 15 Second 2 eu cire tnr aaa a ER Shifting Preece ges tees FEE I ENT MR 2 13 Third 3 a cR Automatic Transaxle Three Speed E 22 8916 First 11 EA A perry bod A Neutral EE II i Park DERE ei eee i o Reverse CIE rua wa era nce tha 2 13 ee ce oec YT TW ERI eee ace 2 16 SW ah ie a raa alea la gaa ar 2 13 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 0 6 17 6 19 PME LL sensor ret n mes male neal A T I 6 19 Checking ed Vie a vices ir e Pales 6 17 6 19 Bass Low Maintenance HINC Kee CA 6 29 Battery Rundown Protection 2 39 Battery Warnings PESADA Ae 2222 8 2 5 4 BBB Auto Lil oy ieee se rn 8 3 Brake Adiustment 25 6 29 Brake Fluid 6 27 Brake Master Cylinder acer eee re ees ree 027 Brake Pedal Travel 2 psi sae ects sane ERR d 6 29 Brake System Parts Replacing 6 29 Brake System Warning 2 61 Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock 2 23 7 40 WERE sarees cele bie TEES Rha E 6 28 Pak
201. r for their advice about how to attach the child restraint properly 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 1 40 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Because your vehicle has 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 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 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 or neck put it behind the child restraint Buckle the belt Make sure the release button 1s positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 41 Larger Children 6 To tighten the belt pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the
202. r symbol on it up or down instrument panel also will be on For a Single Wiper Cycle Press the stalk down until the wipers start then let go The wipers will stop after one cycle For more cycles hold the wiper stalk down longer For Fixed Delay Wiper Cycles Move the wiper switch to DELAY for wiper cycles with fixed time delay between them For Steady Wiper Cycles Move the wiper stalk up to either or 2 depending on the wiper speed you want To Turn Wipers Off Move the stalk down to OFF 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 blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload Variable Controlled Cycle Windshield Wipers Option If your vehicle has variable controlled cycle windshield wipers you can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes This can be very useful in light rain or snow Move the stalk to DELAY then rotate the band to choose the delay you want Rotate the band up for shorter delay times between wiper cycles Rotate the band down for longer delay times between wiper cycles 2 3 Windsh
203. rably distilled and good quality ethylene glycol base antifreeze GM Part No 1052753 or equivalent conforming to GM Specification 1825M or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M GM Part 3634621 equivalent with a complete flush and refill Engine Coolant Coolant Supplement USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid System GM Part No 1052535 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Hydraulic Clutch Fluid GM Part No 12345347 or equivalent GM Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid GM Part No 1052884 or equivalent Hydraulic Clutch System Power Steering System Synchromesh Transmission Fluid GM Part No 12345349 or equivalent DEXRON II Automatic Transmission Fluid Manual Transaxle Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Lubricate with Multi Purpose Cylinders Lubricant GM Pant No 12345 120 or synthetic SAE SW 30 engine oil Chassis lubricant GM Part 1052497 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB Manual Transaxle Shift Linkage 7 43 USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Automatic Engine oil Transaxle Shift Engine oil Linkage Chassis lubricant GM Part 1052497 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB GM Optik
204. rcoat paint finish NOTICE Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter 6 46 Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your Pontiac garaged or covered whenever possible Cleaning Your Convertible Top Your convertible top should be cleaned often If you use an automatic car wash use one with water jets and hanging cloths When you hand wash the top do it in partial shade Use a mild soap lukewarm water and soft sponge A chamois or cloth may leave lint on the top and a brush can chafe the threads in the top fabric Don t use detergents harsh cleaners solvents or bleaching agents When you clean the top put one hand under it to support it Wet the entire vehicle and wash the top evenly to avoid spots or rings Let the soap remain on the fabric for a few minutes When the top 1s really dirty use a mild foam type cleaner
205. re above 90 F 32 C Athigh speed for quite a while In heavy traffic especially in hot weather While pulling a trailer To get the night reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180 F to 200 F 82 C to 93 C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it s colder than 50 F 10 C you may have to drive longer 6 17 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again To check the fluid level Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must he in the cross hatched area e With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P e With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P e Letthe engine run at idle for three to five minutes Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps S If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the 1 The handle on the dipstick back in all the way transaxle dipstick is a red ring Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with clean rag or paper towel 6 18 How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid
206. re the vehicle on each side with separate safety chains when towing it Never use J hooks Use T hooks instead Don t use substitutes ropes leather straps canvas webbing etc that can be cut by sharp edges underneath the towed vehicle Always use T hooks inserted in the T hook slots Never use J hooks They will damage drivetrain and suspension components Towing from the Front Vehicle Hookup Before hooking up to a tow truck be sure to read all the information in Towing Your Vehicle earlier in this section NOTICE 1 Attach T hook chains into the slots in the bottom of Do not tow with sling Lype equipment or fascia the floor pan just behind the front wheels on both damage will occur Use wheel lift or car carrier sides equipment Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment Use safety chains and wheel straps NOTICE When using wheel lift equipment towing over rough surfaces can damage a vehicle To help avoid this install a towing dolly beneath the wheels that would otherwise be on the ground during the tow This will increase clearance between the wheel lift equipment and the underbody of the towed vehicle 8 10 Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control arm Towing from the Rear Vehicle Hookup am HG 9 i H r V Before hooking up to a tow truck be sure to
207. read all the information in Towing Your Pontiac earlier in this 2 Place the front wheels on a towing dolly or place the section Also be sure to use the proper hookup for your vehicle on a car carrier particular vehicle Attach T hook chains on both sides in the slotted NOTICE holes at the bottom of the frame rail just ahead of the UE year lesus Do not tow your Sunfire from the rear with the front wheels on the ground or your transaxle can NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued be damaged Do not tow with sling type equipment or rear bumper valance will be damaged Use wheel lift equipment with a towing dolly or car carrier equipment Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment Use safety chains and wheel straps 3 Attach a separate safety chain to each side of the axle inboard of the spring Do not use this chain as a tie down Engine Overheating NOTICE You will find a coolant temperature gage on your Pontiac s instrument panel If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle be If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by vour warranty If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get the overheal warning but see or hear no steam the problem may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hor when you Climb a long hill on a hot day Stop after high
208. replace the filter remove the screws that hald the cover on and lift the cover Be sure to reinstall If the air cleaner is off a backfire can cause a the air cleaner filter and replace the cover tightly damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to into your engine which will damage it Always replace the air filter have the air cleaner in place when you re driving See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index 6 16 Automatic Transaxle Fluid Except 2 3L Code D Engine When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change your fluid See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at your Pontiac dealer Service Department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can damage your transaxle Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts starting a fire Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transaxle fluid Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving When outside temperatures a
209. return Setting the Tone BASS Slide the lever up or down to increase or decrease bass The middle position is a detent 3 6 TREB Slide the lever up or down to increase or decrease treble The middle position is a detent If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease treble Adjusting the 5peakers BAL Turn the control behind the upper knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position is a detent and balances the speakers FADE Turn the control behind the lower knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position is a detent and balances the speakers AM FM Stereo Radios with Cassette Player or Compact Disc Player If your Pontiac has a radio with a cassette tape player compact disc player or a graphic equalizer the instructions below will explain how to use the radio For other features see the instructions for the feature your radio has Playing the Radio Push POWER to turn the system on or off VOL Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume RECALL Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or the clock display If you press the button when the ignition is off the clack will show for a few seconds Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to get AM or FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to choose radio stations Push t
210. ry M M TE Fold Down ree 15 Front Seal ei ee ees 1 1 Securing a Child Restraint 1 33 Seats and Restraint 1 1 Seats and Seat Controls 1 1 Second 2 3 Speed Atomas 2 16 Second 2 4 Speed Automatic Transaxle 222222 2 2 17 Second Gear Manual Transaxle SVE RAE T TET Y APA ADAE TA ELA paie 6 1 Service und Appearance Care Service and Owner Publications 8 7 Service Bulletins Ordering 8 7 Service Manuals Ordering 8 7 Service Parts Identification Label 22 6 50 Service Publications Batata TIME 8 7 Service Work Doing Your Own amp Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Pontiac 1 25 Sheer mre v 6 47 Shift Light Manual Transaxle 2 20 2 66 Shift Speeds Manual Transaxle 2 20 Into Park Pye alia idm 42 22 Shifting Qut of Park P 2 23 Shifting Automatic Transaxle 2 13 Shoulder Belt Height 1 14 Simaling TUHIK cursa ee ERR E E 4 13 So
211. s Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil 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 goad idea to review these sections before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight Towing A Trailer Do not tow a trailer with a Sunfire if your vehicle ts aconvertible model e cquipped with a 2 2L Code 4 engine equipped with a manual transaxle or a three speed automatic transaxle Your Sunfire is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer Y Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others They also let police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off Move the switch to the right 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 move the switch to the lett When the hazard warning Mashers are on your turn signals won t wark A1 1995 3 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles aremt tou
212. s Use TUNE or SEEK to change the radio station PROG Press this button to change the side of the tape that is playing Press this button to reduce background noise on Dolby encoded tapes Dolby B Noise Reduction manufactured under license from Dalby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a tape is playing The tape will stop but remain in the player TAPE PLAY Press this button to change to the tape function when the radio is on The cassette symbol with an arrow will appear on the display when the tape is active EJECT Press this button to remove the tape The radio will play This message may appear on the display If it does your cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to your 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 Cin indicator The display will show to show the indicator was reset Diagnostic Tape Error Indicator When the cassette player detects a problem with the cassette tape either just after it is loaded or while it is playing it will attempt to work around the error If the tape player cannot continue to play the cassette it wall eject it and
213. s are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index 6 36 _ _ When It s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tire if You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage Buving 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 vou get new tires get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance handling speed rating traction ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle If vour tires have an all season tread design the TPC number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with t
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215. se sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty The rear window defogger remove fog from the rear Press the button to turn the Flow Through Ventilation Your vehicle s flow through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the air conditioning fan 15 running Ventilation Tips 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 logging the inside of your windows 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 of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects This helps air circulate throughout your vehicle Audio Systems Your Delco audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your Delco system can do and how to operate all its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it Setting the Clock Radio without Cassette T
216. siness Bureau system to settle disputes between customers and automobile manufacturers This program is available free of charge to customers who currently own or lease a GM vehicle If you are not satisfied after following the Customer Satisfaction Procedure you may contact the BBB using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following address BBB AUTO LIME Council of Better Business Bureaus 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite ROO Arlington VA 22203 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 To file a claim you will be asked to provide your name and address your Vehicle Identification Number VIN and a statement of the nature of your complaint Eligibility is limited by vehicle age and mileage and other factors 8 3 We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE but you may contact the at any time The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary between vou and Pontiac If this mediation is unsuccessful an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third party arbitrator The arbitrator will make a decision which you may accept or reject If you accept the decision GM will be bound by that decision The entire dispute resolution procedure should ordinarily take about forty days from the time vou file a claim until a decision is made Some state laws may require you to use this program before fili
217. st fumes into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust in the Index Throttle Linkage Inspection Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Accelerator and cruise control cables should not be lubricated Manual Transaxle Check the transaxle fluid level add if needed See Manual Transaxle in the Index A fluid loss may indicate problem Check the system and repair if needed Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hookup binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks Inspect other brake parts including drums wheel cylinders calipers parking brake etc Check parking brake adjustment You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE Fluids and lubricants identified below by name part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines Starburst symbol of the proper viscosity To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle s engine see Engine Oil in the Index En gine Oil 50 50 mixture of water prefe
218. straint that belts provide If the child 1s sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides in the Index Tf the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very clase to the child s face or neck you might want to place the child in the center seat position the one that has only a lap belt T M M 143 1 44 Ac CAUTION Ng Never do this Wate Here cil ting Inu seat that has a the Child H the ciel Wears the belt ta this wag fa a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied ton the fatal inpar 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 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your dealer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extender will be just for you and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure all your belts
219. switch to the radio made The display will show an error message then the radio frequency that is playing then the time Each will uppear for five seconds The error messages and their meanings are as follows E10 Cassette tape too tight Ell Cassette tape broken E13 Communication problem This feature may not work well with certain types of adaptors for add on CD players If there is no tension on the reels of the cassette player it will sense that the adaptor is broken tape and eject it To Play a Compact Dise Insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in If the radio is on the disc will begin playing The CD symbol will appear on the display you re driving on a very rough road the dise may not play and ERR may appear on the display The disc should play when the road gets smoother If ERR appears on the display and the disc comes back out it could be that The disc is upside down tis dirty scratched or wet 3 10 very humid If so wait about an hour and try again Itis very cold Wait until the temperature inside the vehicle warms up then try again Use only full sized compact discs Do not use mini discs or singles They won t eject properly RECALL Press this button to see which track is playing Press it again within five seconds to see how long it has been playing elapsed time Press it again to return to time or let the displa
220. t pull the handle inside the vehicle Then go to the front of the vehicle and lift up on the secondarv hood release handle s J n Lift the hood release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood Use the prop rod sleeve N CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan when handling the prop rod AX CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine 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 return the prop to its retainer Then just let the hood down and close it firmly 2 2L Engine Code 4 6 8 When you open the hood you ll see Lad Coolant Surge Tank Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick 1f equipped Brake Fluid Reservoir Battery Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir Air Cleaner Engine Oil Fill Cap Dipstick
221. th the use of alcohol with more than 300 000 people injured Many adults by some estimates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it s against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws 4 2 The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the problem The Blood Alcohol Concentration of someone who is drinking depends upon four things e How much alcohol consumed e The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 180 pound 82 kz person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0 06 percent The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce 120 ml glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1 1 2 ounces 45 ml of a liquor like whiskey gin or vodka It s the amount of alcohol that counts For example if the same person drank three double martinis
222. the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked whenever you stop for fuel It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your Pontiac dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants lists some products GM recommends to help keep your vehicle properly maintained These products or their equivalents should be used whether you do the work vourself or have it done Part E Maintenance Record provides a place for you to record the maintenance performed on your vehicle Whenever any maintenance is performed be sure to write it down in this part This will help you determine when your next maintenance should be done In addition it is a good idea to keep your maintenance receipts They may be needed to qualify vour vehicle for warranty repairs T ae Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition But we don t know exactly how you ll drive it You may drive very short distances only few times a week Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot dusty weather You may use your vehicle in making deliveries Or you may drive it to work to do errands or in many other ways Becaus
223. to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to 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 im the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then usc your turn signal Just before you leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn t another vehicle in your blind spot i 2M Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advance If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stop and back up Drive on to the next exit The exit ramp can be curved sometimes quite sharply The exit speed is usually posted Reduce your speed according to your speedometer not to your sense of motion After driving for any distance at higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you re ready Try to be well rested If you must start when you re not fresh such as after a day s work don t plan to make too
224. to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will he longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction 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 15 slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any anti lock brake system ABS helps avoid only the braking skid 4 13 Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs with night vision problems or by fatigue 4 14 Here some tips night driving Drive defensively Don t drink and drive Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the alare from headlamps behind you Since you can t see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlamps light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest Se Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences
225. to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid 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 take much fluid generally less than a pint 0 5L Don t overfill We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON III because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transaxle Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON is not covered by your new vehicle warranty After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way Automatic Transaxle Fluid 2 3L Code D Engine Only If you have the optional 2 3L Code D engine see Engine Identification in the Index and an automatic transaxle it is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to your Pontiac dealer Service Department and have it repaired as soon as possible You may also have your fluid level checked by your dealer or service center when you have your oil changed Manual Transaxle Fluid When to Check A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil 1s changed However the fluid in your manual transaxle
226. toward the right Turn the dial clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the amount of support to your lower back To adjust the seatback lift the lever on the outer side of the seat and move the seatback to where you want it Release the lever to lack the seatback Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to an upright position Z CAUTION Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous Even if you buckle up your safety belts can t do their job when you re reclined like this The shoulder belt can t do its job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries But don t have a seatback reclined 1f your vehicle is is proper wien the sides ane oc NNUS 52 motion have the seathack 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 15 Closest to the top of your ears This position reduces the chance of a neck injury a crash Front Seatback Latches 2 Door Models In two door models the front seatback folds forward to let people get into the
227. tructions apply Your Pontiac is equipped with an onboard computer which monitors operation of the emission control system This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate when service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem ts apparent which may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction 2 67 The CHECK ENGINE light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not running This light will also come on during malfunction in one of two ways Light on steady This indicates a system malfunction has been detected Drive the vehicle to the dealer for service at your first opportunity Light Flashing This indicates a misfire has heen detected which may damage the emission control system The damage may be reduced by lowering the vehicle speed reducing the amount of cargo being hauled or trailered avoiding hard acceleration or by avoiding steep uphill grades If these actions are effective the light will stop flashing and remain on steady Drive the vehicle to a dealer for service Hf the light continues to flash stop the vehicle
228. trument Panel Intensity Control 2 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 3 Hazard Warning Flashers Switch Ignition Switch Windshield Wiper Washer Controls Audio System Cup Holder Ashtray Climate Controls and Rear Window Defogger Parking Brake Lever Tilt Steering Wheel Lever Option Hood Release Lever Fuse Panel ole PI 2 2 57 Instrument Panel Clusters ee 2 1 000000 CHECK GAGES BRAKE ee Speedometer and Odometer odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven in either miles used in the United States or kilometers Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles used in Canada per hour mph and kilometers per hour km h Your 2 58 Tamper Resistant Odometer Your Pontiac has a tamper resistant odometer If you see silver lines between the numbers you ll know that someone has probably tried to turn it back so the numbers may not be true You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can be set to the mileage total 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 your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero To set the trip odometer to zer
229. turned on and the parking brake is fully released your vehicle needs service Passlock Warning Light This light will come on briefly when you turn the key towards the START position The light will stay on until the vehicle starts THEFT SYSTEM If the light flashes the Passlock System has entered a tamper mode If the vehicle fails to start see Passlock in the Index If the light comes on continuously while driving and stays on there may be a problem with the Passlock System Your vehicle will not be protected by Passlock and you should see your dealer 2 70 Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section you ll find out how to operate the comfort control svstems and audio systems offered with your Pontiac Be sure to read about the particular system supplied with your vehicle Climate Control System With this system you can control the ventilation and heating in your vehicle Your vehicle also has the flow through ventilation system described later in this section System Controls Fan Knob The left knob selects the force of air you want To turn the fan off turn the mode knob all the way counterclockwise In any other setting the fan will run continuously The fan must be on to run the air conditioning compressor Temperature Knob The center knob changes the temperature of the air coming through the system Turn this knob toward the red clockwise for warmer Turn
230. uise Control There are several ways to turn off the cruise control Step lightly on the brake pedal or push the clutch pedal if you have a manual transaxle OR Move the cruise switch to OFF To Erase Cruise Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the 18nition your cruise control set speed memory is erased 2 35 Lamp Controls The band on the turn signal multifunction lever controls your vehicle s lamps pz PARKING LAMPS This position will turn on the following Parking Lamps Side Marker Lamps Taillamps Instrument Panel Lamps HEADLA MPS This position will turn on the following Headlamps Parking Lamps Side Marker Lamps Taillamps Instrument Panel Lamps Turn the band clockwise all the way to turn the lamps olf Lamps On Reminder If you open the driver s door with the ignition off and the lamps on you will hear a warning chime Instrument Panel Intensity Control Daytime Running Lamps Canada Only Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Several countries including Canada require DRL The DRL system will make your high beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness in daylight when The ignition is on The headlamp switch
231. ularly reaches 90 F require changing 32 C or higher Manual transaxle fluid doesn t require In hilly or mountainous terrain change When doing frequent trailer towing ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 15 Maintenance Schedule I 51 000 Miles 85 000 km 54 000 Miles 90 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every LI Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first C Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE BY 2 6 57 000 Miles 95 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first C Inspect engine accessory drive belt or every 24 months whichever occ
232. und Equipment Adding Cea CUT IE ERE 3 13 Spine Tue Comp et Ek 5 29 Specifications CHA be t tee erts 6 56 speedometer de PARA va repa Lx Suns 2r orla 6 43 ANC SES De Y RIT Y 7 39 Starting Your Engine ics vega beri 2 10 ZG LEN 2 10 SO Dita acai MM 2 11 Steam If Coming From Your Engine 13 seen gy cope me ely E MEVS RUP la we 4 9 In Emergencies ce aes POM Core omar a REMISE E 4 9 sro aria bd la aa lal mane Slates sprain 4 4 Column LOE 7 40 Steeriag Wheel 2 27 Storage Of Your Vehicle usaron rn 6 30 SILER AE PRM ATE TS acce Ro er eo somme vare a Te 3 5 Sun VISUS g sii presale pad 2 42 a Ed 4DE pe rE ee rei 2 44 Supplemental Restraint System SRS 1 19 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 6 24 Sambal Viele serne oem arr mia dra Ca cose V are Se 2 59 Taillamps Bulb Replacement 673 Tamper Resistant Odometer 2 59 Tape Player Cte SES ATTI 3 13 Theft rnd te ye ESL UE eee RE Ee TT 2 6 Theft Deterrent Passlock TORT E
233. unless the key release button 15 used To remove the key turn the key to the OFF position Manual transaxle CE Coe ae uring he Key Fom gear selector should be in NEUTRAL N Hold the WARRIOR 7 clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine Your Cas ont vehicle won t start if the clutch pedal is not all the way Starting Your Engine down that s a safety feature Engines start differently The 8th digit of your Vehicle To start your 2 2 Liter engine Identification Number VIN shows the code letter or 1 Without pushing the accelerator pedal turn your number for your engine You will find the VIN at the top ignition key to START When the engine starts let left of your instrument panel See Vehicle go of the key The idle speed will go down as your Identification Number in the Index Follow the proper engine gets warm steps to start the engine Automatic transaxle x si ay NOTICE Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t start any other position that s Holding your key in START for longer than safety feature To restart when you re already moving 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to use NEUTRAL only drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor NOTICE onm 2 If your engine still won t start or starts hut then Don t try to shift to PARK P if your Pontiac is stops it c
234. urs first An Emission Control Service 1 Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 24 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service Continued 7 17 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Continued Inspect spark plug wires except 2 3L Code D engine An Emission Control Service Replace air cleaner filter Replace filter more often under dusty conditions An Emission Control Service 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 _ Inspect Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR system 2 2L Code 4 engine only An Emission Control Service ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 18 63 000 Miles 105 000 km L Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 66 000 Miles 110 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Contral Service Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional in
235. vehicle iv In the notice area we tell you about 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 vou 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 vellow for cautions blue for notices and the words CAUTION or NOTICE are some other symbols you ray see Fuse These symbols used on warning and indicator lights Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle For example these symbols re used on an These symbols ane important for vou and These symhals have todo with your liehts These symbols ape some of your contrals ENGINE COOLANT original battery CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC BATTERY ACID COULD CAUSE BURNS AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BATTERY 9 silly your passengers whenever your vehicle is drven DOOR LOCK UNLOCK FASTEN SEAT BELTS POWER WINDOW AIR BAG 0 MASTER Cy LIGHTING SWITCH i e TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER LAMPS OR ZZ 7 HIGHBEAM FOG LAMPS X D WINDSHIELD WIPER i i WINDSHIELD WASHE
236. vice C Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 24 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling svstem and pressure cap An Emission Control Service Inspect spark plug wires except 2 3L Code D engine An Emission Control Service F Replace air cleaner filter Replace filter more often under dusty conditions An Emission Control Service jInspect Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR system 2 2L Code 4 engine only An Emission Control Service C 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 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information 33 000 Miles 55 000 km 36 000 Miles 60 000 km LI Change engine oil and filter or every LI Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service C Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and the transaxle shift linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 12 Maintenance Schedule I 39 000 Miles 65 000 km 42 000 Miles 70 000 km LI Change
237. vice bulletins are meant for qualified technicians n some cases they refer to specialized tools equipment and safety procedures necessary to service the vehicle Since these bulletins are issued throughout the model year and beyond an index is required and published quarterly to help identify specific bulletins Subscriptions are available You can order an index at the toll free numbers listed previously or ask a GM dealer retailer ta see an index or individual bulletin Owner Publications Owner s manuals warranty folders and various owner assistance booklets provide owners with general operation and maintenance information NOTES 8 EN NOTES 8 9 NOTES A M M 8 10 NOTES 8 11 8 12 NOTES 8 13 NOTES 8 14 NOTES 8 15 NOTES NOTES LY Section9 Index Adding Automatic Transaxle Fluid cea lee Brake Fluid Pee Gade HACE oe aes 6 27 Electrical Equipment it 12 3 13 6 50 Engine Coolant Eae e ERR UL e eh h 1l Hydraulic Clutch er ES pf d Manual Transaxle Fluid 6 21 Power Steering Fluid 6 25 Sound Equipment Fewer puces kara Windshield Washer F
238. w Defogger x A e Rearview Mirror Inside Day Night Se OTC COLO 2 39 Reclining Front Seatbacks 2 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 43 Recreational Vehicle Towing iua tanen 4 28 BIOL I o Ti er P tant Har TU TS 4 28 eae alk aue gs 4 30 Remote Control Mirror 2 40 Remote Trunk Release cae c eee cece es 2 5 Replacement REESE 6 55 Replacement Parts WRU N re pene ERN 8 36 Replacement Wheel 6 39 Replacing Safety 5 1 45 Replacing Seat and Restraint System Parts Aera CIS a d ek Ce REIS Restraints Checking Your ete 1 43 Pesman CON o sp eine ele KEES GA PERO 1 35 Pests Meade eese rr 1 4 Restraints Replacing Parts After a Crash 1 45 Reverse Position Automatic Transaxle 2 15 Reverse Position Manual Transaxle 2 19 Right Front Passenger Position 1 26 Roadside Vica n o 8 5 Roadside Assistance C anadian dra Rat ad 8 7 Rocking Your Vehicle 5 30 Rotation Tires Se ee ee ote 6 35 Safety aoaaa anra l 1 45 Safety Belt Reminder Light 1 6 2 80 Salto HEIN as Rok 6 Adults 3 ELA MATES
239. w engine oil pressure problem this light will stay on after you start your engine or come on when vou are driving This indicates that your engine is not receiving enough oil The engine could be low on oil or could have some other oil problem Have it fixed immediately The oil light could also come on in two other situations When the ignition is on but the engine is not running the light will come on as a test to show you it is working but the light will go out when you turn the ignition to START If it doesn t come on with the ignition on you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb Have it fixed right away If you make a hard stop the light may come on for a moment This is normal 2 64 Check Oil Light This light should come on briefly while you are starting your engine If the light doesn t come on have it repaired If the light comes on while starting and stays on your engine oil level should be checked Prior to checking you oil level be sure your vehicle is on a level surface and has been shut off for several minutes to allow the oil to drain back into the oil pan Check your oil level and bring it to the proper level See Engine Oil in the Index The oil level monitoring system only checks the oil during the brief period between turning the key on and when the engine starts It does not check the oil level while the vehicle is running Parking on steep grades may cause the light to
240. windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the whic with young children The key is for the y ignition the doors and NOTICE all other locks Your Pontiac has a number of new features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in 5o be sure you have extra keys When a new Pontiac is delivered the dealer removes the key tag from the key and gives it to the first owner Each tag has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep the tag in a safe place If you lose your key you ll be able to have a new one made easily using the tag Use your door key to lock and unlock your vehicle from the outside Door Locks To lock the door from the inside push the locking lever forward There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle To unlock the door pull the locking lever backward Power Door Locks Option You can lock or unlock all doors of your vehicle from lock switch Push the lower portion of the switch to lock your doors Push the upper portion of the switch to unlock your doors The lever on each rear door works only that door s lock It won t lock or unlock all of the doors that s a safety feature Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle
241. y Because vou have anti lock brakes do not try to tap into your vehicle s brake system If you do both brake systems won t work well or at all Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and hraking 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 you start check the trailer hitch and platform and attachments safety chains electrical connector lamps tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has electric hrakes start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed Vehicle before you can r
242. y at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance In most cases you will not need to have your wheels aligned again However if you nolice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other the alignment may need to be reset If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road your wheels may need to be rebalanced Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your Pontiac 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 6 39 If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original NOTICE equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your Pontiac model The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis Used Replacement Wheels G Ae Gap
243. y return automatically PREY Press this button to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played If you hald the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving back or forward through the disc NEXT Press this button to go to the next track If vou hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward through the disc The SEEK down and up arrows will also find the previous and next selections on the tape REV Press and hold this button to return to a passage quickly FWD Press and hold this button to advance to passage quickly The display will show elapsed time RDM Press this button to hear the tracks in random order Press it again to turn off random play AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a disc is playing The disc will stop but remain in the player CD PLAY Press this button to change to the disc function when the radio is on The dise will start playing at the point where it was stopped The CD symbol and the word CD will appear on the display when the disc is active EJECT Press this button to remove the disc The radio will play if it is on THEFTLOCK Your system has this feature if it shows THEFTLOCK on its face THEPTLOCK is a theft deterrent feature that can be used or ignored f you ignore it your system will play normally If you use it your system can t be turned on if it is stolen because it locks a

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