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1. 20 Sunglasses Storage Accessory Outlet With the overhead console you have On models with the overhead console storage door for sunglasses Press the there is 12 volt outlet Slide the cover rear edge of the storage door to release aside to access the outlet Place your sunglasses inside the door To close the door raise it and press it Into position Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working as they should This wouldn t be covered by your warranty Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment and never use anything requiring more than 20 amps c bc Features amp Controls 000000000 05 ooo G9 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 vour instrument panel are 1 Light Controls Twilight Sentinel Option 2 Side Vent 3 Turn Signal Headlight Beam Lever 4 Electronic Compass Option 5 Instrument Cluster 6 Ignition Switch 7 Driver Information Center Option B Trip Odometer Reset 9 Gage Cluster 10 Climate Controls Rear Window Defogger 11 Lighter 12 Temperature Sensor
2. Lap Shoulder Belt Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster To move it up or down squeeze the You can move the shoulder belt adjuster Please handle When you release the to the height that is right for you handle try to move it down a little to make sure it has locked into position You can move the adjuster up from a lower position by pushing the bottom of the release handle su 2o Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is praperly positioned on your shoulder away from your face and neck To help you find a height that is right for vou follow these guidelines For a Tall Person Use the upper or upper middle position For Person of Average Height Use a position somewhere in the middle For a Short Person Use the lower or lower middle position Q What s wrong with this Q What s wrong with this A The shoulder belt is too loose t A The helt is buckled in the wrong wont give nearly as much protection place this way CAUTION You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the helt would go up over your CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could abdomen The belt forces would increase injury The shoulder belt be there not at the pelvic bones should fit against your body This could cause ser
3. AC Type 41 600 Gap 0 060 inch 1 52 mm Service amp Appearance Care Fluids amp Lubricants ITEM APPLICATION GM PART NUMBER SIZE Antifreeze Coolant 0 0 00005 Year round antifreeze for 1052753 1 gal 3 8L Ethylene Glycol Base coolant mixtures Chassis Lubricant General chassis lube etc 1052497 14 397 Grease Gun Insert Delco Supreme 119 Brake Fluid Brake System 1052535 16 0 5L DEXRON Automatic Transmission Fluid Automatic Transaxle 12345881 32 1 0L 12345006 1 gal 3 8L FREU no ie cite eee Engine lubrication See Engine Oil in this section GM Engine Oil Supplement Sec your dealer for 1052367 l6oz 0 5L E O S Engine CH cies ven ox rr Ex Hood trunk and door hinges Windshield Washer Solvent Windshield washer fluid Power Steering Fluid Normal Power Steering System 1050017 32 1 01 1052884 l6oz 0 51 Power Steering Fluid Cold Climate Power Steering System 12345867 32 1 01 System must be drained and refilled 12345866 l6oz 0 5L with it Silicone Grease Weaiherstripg ce iced eere 12345579 loz 28g Spray A Squeak Silicone Lubricant General purpose silicone lubricant 1052276 aerosol 4 5 127 10522
4. 233 271 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels 262 Cassette Player 141 stet 258 250 Finish i sss es 262 CHARS gt ret 261 Head Up Display RI vie eee Inside of Your Pontiac eso 258 Outside of Your Pontiac Power 1 2 Safety Belts 25 Special Problems Gs enc 259 Underbody Maintenance 264 Vinyl or Leather 260 Warnings 257 258 260 262 Weatherstrips 262 White Sidewall Tires 262 Windshield and Wiper Blades 261 Climate Control Blectromic 2 l23 SAMIA 120 Clock Setting th 127 Clusters Instrument Panel Of Comfort Controls Electronic Climate Control 123 Standard Climate Control 120 Compact Spare Tire mee ir ev as 113 Control of a Vehicle 153 Convenience Met Convex Outside Mirror IEEE tenet Coolant Checking amp Adding 205 206 239 240 Function Monitor Low Warning Light 101 Proper Mixture to Use 239 Safety Warnings About 202 204 205 206 228 240 241 Temperature Gage 109 Temperature Warning Light 101 Cruise TT Curves Driving on 160 Customer Assistance Information 297
5. CAUTION eos Problems on the Road Changing a Flat Tire ere If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a Changing tire can cause an injury The vehicle can slip off the jack and level place Turn on vour hazard rall over you or other people You and they could be badly injured Find warning flashers a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in P Park 3 Turn off the engine To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put chocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposite end 10 The following steps will tell you how to 1 Turn the center retainer bolt on the 3 Open the Jack storage cover by use the jack and change a tire spare tire cover counterclockwise Lo twisting the knob t4 turn counter The equipment you ll need is in the remove it then lift the tire cover clockwise trunk 2 Remove the spare tire from the trunk gTq4 Problems on the Road Changing a Flat Tire cowr 4 Remove the jack and wheel wrench 5 If you have wheel nut caps remove 6 If you have aluminum wheels remove them the center cover that conceals the wheel nuts by using the flat end of the wheel wrench to pry it off Do not drop the cover
6. Supercharger Oil Check ARL Code Lengine only Every 30000 Miles 50 000 km or 36 Months ie in this schedule up to 45 000 miles 75 000 km are to be performed after 45 000 miles at the same intervals MILES 000 o 1 25 xs 4 KILOMETERS 000 ms 5 ss s 65 75 t x amp 4 An Emission Control Service i The OE Environmental Protection Agency 7 warranty completion of vehicle useful life General Motors however urges that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in Section E Maintenance Record Mlaintenance Schedule Section A Scheduled Maintenance Services Cont Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services Below are explanations of the services listed in Schedule and Schedule ITEM NO 1 SERVICE Engine Oil and Filter Change Always use 5G Energy Conserving II oils of proper viscosity The SG designation may be shown alone or in combination with others such as SG CD or SF SG CC etc To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle s engine e g SAE 5W 30 or SAE 10W 30 see the Index under Engine Oil Chassis Lubrication Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage Lubricate the front and rear suspension and steering linkage 4n Emissio
7. 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 hefore or during drinking will have a slightly lower BAC level 151 Your Driving and the Road NUMBER OF DRINKS as in picture 100 120 Drunken Driving The law in most U S states sets the legal limit at BAC of 0 10 percent In Canada the limit is 0 08 percent and in some other countries it s lower than that The will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour 452 140 BOOY WEIGHT IN POUNDS Drinking that Will Result in a BAC of 05 in the Time Shown 160 180 200 220 240 Of course as we ve seen it depends how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But it s very important to keep in mind that the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 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 005 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in an accident increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0405 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 006 percent three beers in one hour for 180 pound or 82 kg person has doubled his or her chance of having an accident At BAC level of 0 10 percent the chance o
8. 2621 Steering Wheel Controls 1 9 Braking 154 Removing 2122 Automatic Transaxle Braking in Emergencies 159 Antenna Adding Fluid 4 238 Braking Technique 154 esI rS Sele ERE UA 2 Checking Fluid 236 Break In New Vehicle 57 Power cesar ee eee ee 40 1 Buckling Up see Safety Belts 311 C Index Bulb Replacement Headlight 2246 273 Taillight 247 273 Bulbs Replacement 273 Cosas amp Specifications 270 Carbon Monoxide in Exhaust 71 72 181 Cassette Tape Player see Audio Sysiems Center Front Lap Belt see Safety Belts Center Passenger Position 30 Chains Tire Fite eens 218 256 Changing a Flat Tire 210 Check Gages Warning Light EET 108 Checking Brake 243 Engine Coolant 205 239 Engine Oil 1 231 Power Steering Fluid 242 Restraint Systems 44 Transaxle Fluid 236 Checking Things Under the Hood 227 ee 312 Check Oil Level Warning Light 103 Chemical Paint Spotting 264 Child Restraints 44 34 Children and Safety Belts 33 42 Cigarette Lighter 92 Circuit Breakers amp Fuses 266 City In Cleaner
9. Bg Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in P Park and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you ve moved the shift lever into the P Park position hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from P Park without first pulling it toward you or if you have the console shift lever without first pushing the button If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into P Park ees 70 Features amp Controls Shifting Out of P Park Your Pontiac has a brake transaxle shift interlock You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from P Park when the ignition is in the On position See the Index under Shifting the Automatic Transaxle If you cannot shift out of P Park ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into P Park 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 on floor shift console models If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of P Park try this 1 Turn the key to Off Open and close the driver s door to turn off the Retained Accessory Power feature 2 A
10. Snow can trap exhaust gases CAUTION under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You can t see it or smell it so you might not know it was in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn t collect there Open window just a little on the side of the vehicle that s away from the wind This will help keep CO out 181 Your Driving and the Road If You re Caught in a Blizzard CONT 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 vou get and it keeps the hattery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlights Let the heater run for a while 482 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 If You re Stuck in Deep Sno
11. Diss Running Lights TE ge Dead Battery What to Do 193 Defects Safety See Safety Defects Reporting Defensive Driving 150 Defogger Rear Window 122 124 Defogging Windows 121 124 Defrosting DI 124 Delos LOC TE cue nex eet eme 137 Door Cup Holder 90 Deor Locks ss aaa 47 Downshifting 65 176 189 Driver Information Center Driver 1 Driving M Might eee 165 LU a sible Kex ac m Controlling a Skid 164 Defensively 1 liess 150 Drunken 151 FEEN rente 72 Hill and Mountain 176 In a Foreign Country 225 In Fog Mist and Haze I In the oer 168 Long Distance 174 Loss of 164 ione VBR 60 163 Through Deep Standing Water 60 Winter Driving 179 Drunken Driving 151 Esca Equipment MEE 93 126 265 Electronic Climate Control 123 Electronic Compass 113 Emergencies Braking 159 Emergencies on the Road 191 Emergencies Steering in bol Emergency Starting 193 Emergency Towing 197 Engine Block Heater 60 233 Engine Coolant 238 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 109 Engine
12. 272 Fog Driving 170 Fog Lights 85 247 Foreign Material 263 Foreign Operation 225 Freeway 172 French Language Manual 2 POR a dis AXES Cd m 222 223 Alcohol in Fuel 223 Capacly ecce n 224 Door Lock ASIE CI 225 Door Release Manual 247 Door Release Remote 225 Exhaust Warnings 72 181 Filling Your 226 Fuels with Alcohol 223 EE Lor qx Pan cts oes 109 In Foreign Countries 225 Low Warning eer 109 222 223 Function Monitor LLL Lee aue 267 Fuses amp Circuit Breakers 266 Fuel i a Coolant Temperature Ese Ene Oil Pressure MU SS EU NE Ho Gasoline Gasoline Tank Filling Your ALDEA 226 Gas Station Information 320 Gear Positions see Shifting the Transaxle Gearshift Lever see Shifting the Transaxle vena eor en 56 Graphic Equalizer see Audio Systems FR Bulb Replacement 246 273 Hazard Warning Flashers 192 Headlight amp Taillight Removing and 246 247 Headlight Washers LR EAS 77 Head Up Display 116 ecce ene rns 8 High Low Beam Changer Instrument Panel I
13. The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly CAUTION N Anti lock doesn t change the time you need to pet your foot up to the brake pedal If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you won t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes Traction Control OPTION To Use Anti Lock Don t pump the Your vehicle may have a traction control To turn the system off press the wu brakes Just hold the brake pedal down system that limits wheel spin This is TRACTION CONTROL switch on the and let anti lock work for you especially useful in slippery road center console while the vehicle is conditions The tractidn control system stopped The TRACTION OFF works at low speeds only such as when warning light will come on and stay on you accelerate from a stop It applies To turn the system back on bring the brake pressure to an individual wheel vehicle to a stop and press the switch that the system senses is about to spin again The warning light should go off The system will also turn itself on if you tum your ignition off an
14. m 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 mare likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have 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 blowoul particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get 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 your tire goes flat the next section shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely Air Inflator System Some vehicles have an air inflator for use in bringing tires up to the proper pressure The air inflator is located in the trunk The ON switch will work even with the ignition off The air inflator comes with a kit that includes a 20 foot hose and an air pressure gage as well as instructions and special adapters for inflating things ike an air mattress or basketball
15. xx ap A Headlight HighBeam D Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flashers DE 0 Parking Lights Fag Lights These symbols are on some of your These symbols are used on warning and controls indicator lights Windshield Wipers s Ventilating Fan T 098 Engine Coolant Temperature EA quss Windshield Washer 17 Power Window 4 Battery Charging z sent Headlight Washers E Fuel Windshield Defroster Engine Oil Pressure Rear Window Defogger Brake T Cm e Anti Lock Brakes Res hoe ttt Flow to Use this Manual Here are some other symbols you may see Fuse Trunk Release SR eam Lighter Cl Horn hor Speaker Hood Release Part 1 Seats amp Safety Belts Fl you ll find information about Seats and Seat Controls rez 10 tha seats in your Pontiac your E A E EAA 13 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint How to Wear Safety Belts Properly eeeeeeeeeee RI I8 air bag system and how to use DOUG Lu esee ror voee soo memes a BRINE OE Dae da UR M E 18 your safety belts properly You can Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System Air 22 also learn about some things you Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy lt 29 should not do with safety belts Right Front Passenger Position o ese dee rene dD Ceme
16. 81 Features amp Controls Operation of Lights Although your vehicle s lighting system headlamps parking lamps fog lamps side marker lamps and tail lamps meets all applicable federal lighting requirements certain states and provinces may apply their own lighting regulations that may require special attention before you operate these lamps For example some jurisdictions may require that you operate your lower beam lamps with fog lamps at all times or that headlamps be turned on whenever you must use your windshield wipers In addition most jurisdictions prohibit driving solely with parking lamps especially at dawn or dusk It is recommended that you check with your own state or provincial highway authority for applicable lighting regulations Lights On Reminder If you open the door while leaving the lights on you will hear a warning tone Daytime Running Lights CANADA ONLY The Canadian federal government has decided that Daytime Running Lights DRL are a useful feature in that DRL make your vehicle more visible to pedestrians and other drivers during daylight hours DRL are required on new vehicles sold in Canada Your DRL work with a light sensor on top of the instrument panel Don t cover it up The low beam headlights will come on at reduced brightness in daylight when The ignition is on The headlight switch is off and The transaxle is not in P Park At dusk the exterior
17. Features amp Controls Rte durs en pus qa m a orn uiia arat V Oe dio LM wa its i atr ieu PD Locks VEER oe as GEA randa aes dE n E LE RE Remote Keyless Entry OUR ES Io CER Glove Box ae Min at oi a M ANNONA eee i a 57 pai WOME TUNE cess o e uke ate uu ee ae won DE ERR REDE P 58 you can learn about the Shifting the Cc a ice D E EE Tas Ree E Y EXC E ER 6 many standard and optional features Parking Brake 67 on your Pontiac and information on Hd gz T E starting shifting and braking Also Windows Fa CRT rar ret adque I QU du adl P explained are the instrument panel Turn Signal Headlight Beam Lever DEVE e Ub ace e rS EORR REOR E V E and the warning systems that tell Windshield Wipers eee ee ree you if everything is working br o ec e lo xt ed sped E itu STE NCA properly and what to do if you have Cruise Control Ed PEE HE ERE Y E tere Sree T a problem Light Contmls i cia ace ncaa rece rh Re n Ix ER na eR a ED Interior Lights AT UE IRE T Sunroof reen pr SOT eel E E Ea e pede MNA AAE Ashtrays and Lighter DEVI DCN PRSE bea ine ERE SE LG id us E 91 Instrument Panel rs Sev hares ra Wa
18. Fuel The eighth digit of your Vehicle Identification Number VIN shows the code letter for your engine You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel See the Index under Vehicle Identificatton Number 3800 Engine Code L Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher It should meet specifications ASTM D48H4 in the U S and CGSB 35 92 in Canada These 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 GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own fuels should have the proper additives service work you ll want to get the so you should not have to add anything proper Pontiac Service Manual It to the fuel tells you much more about how to service f gt E your Pontiac than this manual can To Tf you try to work order the proper service manual sec the without knowing enough about it Index under Service Publications your vehicle could be damaged Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience and the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts balts and other fasteners English and metr
19. Index under Safety Belr Extender Make sure the release button on the buckle faces upward or outward so you would be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever had to Hear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to huckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts ppc M Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Here s How to Wear One Properly The positions next to the windows have 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull it lap shoulder belts across you Don t let it get twisted 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks When the lap belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the sway and start again If the belt is not long enough see the Index under Safery Belr Extender Make sure the release button on the buckle faces upward or outward so you would be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever had to 31 ENTE ER Belts The safety belt locks if there s a sudden The lap part of the belt should be worn Stop or a crash low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force CAUTION to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slid
20. Lighter 91 92 Blowout Tire 208 Engine OW oues 231 Audio Systems 26 Boost Gage suna M Power Steering Fluid 242 AM FM Stereo Radio 128 Brakes Sound Equipment D6 Stereo Radio with Adjustment s o Transaxle Fluid 238 Cassette Player 29 1 5 Windshield Washer Fluid 243 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Drums Adjustable Support Seat H Player and Graphic Equalizer 131 Fluid ain ine 22 AM FM Stereo with Compani Master Cylinder Air Cleaner Filter 233 27 Disc Player 134 Parking SERPENT 7 Air Conditioner AN 123 Care of Audio Systems 141 Pedal Tub raso M Air Conditioner Refrigerant 270 CD Player Anti Theft Feature 137 Replacement aere esie e vd Air Inflator System 209 Gain Control oo Warning Light 105 Alcohol Driving Under the Influence Hearing Damage Warning 26 Wear Indicators Front Brakes 158 of js 151 Radio Reception Brake System Warning Light Alcohol in Gasoline For the Best Standard Brakes ss 105 Aluminum Wheels Setting the Clock voy eey eld Anti Lock Brake System 106
21. Rear Window Defogger OPTION The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window Press the button and release it A light will glow in the switch while the defogger is working The defogger will return to off automatically after about 10 minutes of use If you turn it on again the defogger will operate for about five minutes only You can also turn the defogger off by turning off the ignition or pressing the button again Don t use a razor blade or something else 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 Do not attach a temporary vehicle license across the defogger grid on the rear window ECON z AUTO To allow the system to automatically control the temperature air distribution and fan speed m Electronic Climate Control 1 Set the temperature vou want with the OPTION the compressor on and off to keep the TEMP switch With this system you can control the desired cooling and help fuel economy 2 Press the AUTO switch ventilation heating and air conditioning TEMP Sets the interior temperature XT TEMP Press to have the outside in your vehicle or you can use the auto you want The temperature you set will temperature displayed on the digital sss be displayed on the digital screen
22. Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked If you need to replace any of your wheels or badly rusted If wheel nuts keep wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them coming loose the wheel wheel bolts only with new GM original equipment and wheel nuts should be replaced If parts This way you will be sure you the wheel leaks air replace it have the right wheel wheel bolts and except some aluminum wheels which wheel nuts for your Pontiac model can sometimes be repaired See your Pontiac dealer if any of these conditions CAUTION exist Your dealer will know what 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 255 Service amp Appearance Care Wheel Replacement cowr Used Replacement Wheels Tire Chains CAUTION Use tire chains 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 possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manu facturer 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 with chains on will damage vour vehicle The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer odom
23. are in A You could be whether you re some 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 vou 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 wearing a safety belt or not But you can easily unbuckle a safety helt even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted If I m a good driver and I never drive far from 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 s 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 77 Seats amp Safety Belts Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to Run or Start Properly Adults This section describes the driver s a light will come on for about cight seconds to
24. 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 ar 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 Service amp Appearance Care Brake Master Cylinder cowr your linings are worn then you ll have When your brake fluid falls to low too much fluid when you get new brake level your brake warning light will DOT 5 silicone brake fluid can linings You should add or remove come on A continuous chime will damage your vehicle Don t use it brake fluid as necessary only when sound if you try to drive with this Don t let someone put in the work is done on the brake hydraulic warning light on See the ndex under wrong kind d fui Foe system Brake System Warning Light example just a few drops of gene What to Add mineral based oil such as engine CAUTION When you do need brake fluid use only oil in pes brake system can N uch brak DOT 3 brake fluid such as Delco badl bsc Den pares T 1 the Supreme GM Part No 1052535 y they ll have to be Use new brake fluid from a sealed replaced container only Brake fluid can damage paint s
25. driver behind you Disabled Your four way flashers signal that your vehicle is disabled or is a hazard See the Jndex under Hazard Warning Flashers Traffic Officer The traffic police officer is also a source of important information The officer s signals govern no matter what the traffic lights or other signs say The next section discusses some of the road conditions you may encounter 149 Your Driving and the Road Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is Drive defensively Please start with a very important safety device in your Pontiac Buckle up See the Index under Safery Belts 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 da Be ready for their mistakes Expect children to dash out from behind parked cars often followed by other children Expect occupants in parked cars to open doors into traffic Watch for movement in parked cars someone may be about to open a door 450 Expect other drivers to run stop signs when you are on a through street Be ready to brake if necessary as you go through intersections You may not have to use the brake but if you do you will be ready If you re driving through a shapping center parking lot where there are w
26. frontal and near frontal collisions What will you see after an air bag inflation After the air bag has inflated it will then quickly deflate This occurs so quickly that some people may not even realize that the air bag inflated The air bag will not impede the driver s vision or ability to steer the vehicle nor will it hinder the occupants from exiting the vehicle There will be small amounts of smoke coming from vents in the deflated air bag Some components of the air hag module in the steering wheel hub for the driver s air bag or the instrument panel for the passenger s bag may be hot for a short time but the portion of the bag that comes into contact with you will not be hot to the touch The nitrogen gas used to inflate the air bag will have vented into the passenger compartment and the bag will he deflated within seconds after the collision Nitrogen makes up about 8055 of the air we breathe and is not hazardous As the nitrogen vents from the bag small particles are also vented into the passenger compartment In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag windshields may be broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may occur in vehicles with passenger air bags because the windshield acts as a reaction surface for the inflating air bag CAUTION N Don t attach anything to the steering wheel pad It might injure the driver if the air bag inflates If your vehic
27. i DH ate ease 163 165 168 IM sc El IM EAE YU ears EE 176 cca 19 183 145 Your Driving and the Road WRONG WAY 90 lt gt EP STOP DO NOT WRONG RRADWAMCE NARROW NO PASSING ENTER WAY CROSSING BRIDGE ZONE Color of Road Signs Yellow indicates a general warning Red means Stop It may also indicate Slow down and be careful when you see m Road Signs that some movement is not allowed yellow sign It may signal a railroad The road signs you see everywhere are Examples are Do Not Enter and Wrong crossing ahead no passing zone or coded by color shape and symbols Irs Way some other potentially dangerous good idea to know these codes so that situation Likewise a yellow solid line 4 P d i a 4 you can quickly grasp the basic meaning painted on the road means Don t Cross or intent of the sign even before you have a chance to read it HOSPITAL INFORMATION Green is used to guide the driver Green Blue signs with white letters show signs may indicate upcoming freeway motorists services exits ar show the direction you should turn to reach a particular place 146 Lio WORKERS FLAGGER SHOULDER AHEAD AHEAD Orange indicates road construction or Shape of Road Signs A diamond shaped sign is a warning of maintenance You ll want to slow down The shape of the sign will tell you something ahead for example a curve when you see an or
28. pu t throttle body then pull back the rear 5 an intake hose and of the housing cover E Service amp Appearance Care Automatic Transaxle Fluid 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 the Mader under Scheduled Maintenance Services How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult vou may choose to have this done at a dealership Service Department If you do it yourself he sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick To get the right reading the fluid should much or too little fluid can be at normal operating temperature damage your transaxle Too much which is 180 F to 200 F 82 C to can mean that some of the fluid 93 C could come out and fall on hot engine parts starting a fire sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transaxle fluid 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 10 C you may have to drive longer Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C At high speed for quite a while In heavy traffic especially in h
29. strap if the child restraint has one You ll be using the lap shoulder belt Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat cowr 1 If you have the right front passenger s SIR move the seat as far back as it will go before securing front facing child restraint 2 Put the restraint on the seat Follow th instructions for the child restraint 3 Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 4 Pull out the vehicle s safety belt and run the lap part through or around thc restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how See if the shoulder belt would go in front of the child s face or neck If so put it behind the child restraint 5 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button faces upward or outward so you ll be able to un buckle it quickly if you ever need to B Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 7 To tighten the belt feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint 8 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is SCCLTC To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safery helt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 21 m ow m Seats amp Safety Belts p T a r i 5 C T Fr LT CAUTION
30. Children who have outgrown child Children who aren t buckled up can restraints should wear the vehicle s strike other people who are safetv belts If you have the choice child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But they need to use the safety belts properly Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash What if a child is wearing 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 a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close 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 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 vou 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 th
31. Code 1 Engine See Page 222 320 idhang AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE e
32. Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Service amp Appearance Care Halogen Bulbs CAUTION E Headlight Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb see the Index under Replacement Bulbs 1 Remove the two screws from the tap of the headlight housing 2 Lift the entire headlight housing and tilt it forward Twist the bulb assembly 5 turn and pull out the bulb assembly 4 Unclip the bulb assembly from the wiring harness and replace the bulb assembly Taillight Bulb Replacement 5 Reverse steps 1 3 to replace the bulb For the type of bulb see the ndex under Rotate the bulb housing ts turn and assembly and headlight housing Replacement Bulbs remove it Make sure the tab A is locked into 4 In the trunk remove the two plastic 4 To remove bulb push in and rotate it te slot 8 in the support nuts holding the carpeting in place counterclockwise Tore Wet tening the screws 2 Pull the carpet away from the rear 5 Replace the bulb corner of the trunk 6 Reverse the steps to reassemble the taillight Fog Light Bulb Replacement If you have fog lights don t change your fog light bulbs unless you have the proper aiming equipment See your Pontiac dealer if you have any further questions ical e Ee Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in
33. If your vehicle has an air bag for the right front passenger it will say SIR on the instrument panel above the glove box Here are the Most Important Things to Know CAUTION Even with an air bag if you re not wearing a safety belt and you re in a crash your injuries may be much worse Air bags are not designed to inflate in rollovers or in rear side or low speed frontal crashes You need to wear your safety belt to reduce the chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Always wear your safety bell even with an air bag CAUTION Air bags inflate with preat force faster than the blink of an eve If you re too close to an inflating air bag it could seriously injure you Safety belts help keep you in position for an air bag inflation in a crash Always wear your safety belt even with an air bag and sit as far hack as you can while still maintaining control of vour vehicle CAUTION An inflating air bag can seriously injure small children Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the Children and Sajet Belts section of this manual and read the caution label on the front passenger s safety belt Seats amp Safety Belts AUT How the Air Bag System Works CAUTION Q Where is the air bag The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel Air Bag System Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which
34. Inder under Engine Overheating 108 Features amp Controls WU LS The oil pressure gage shows the engine ail pressure in psi pounds per square inch when the engine is running Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kPa Oil pressure may vary with engine speed outside temperature and oil viscosity but readings above the red warning zone indicate the normal operating range A reading in the red zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or other problem causing low oil pressure The Ber Voltmeter OPTION Unless you have the supercharged engine you may have a voltmeter When the engine is running the gage shows the condition of the charging system Readings outside the red warning zone indicate the normal operating range Readings in the red warning zone indicate possible problem in the electrical system The CHECK GAGES light will also come on and a warning Damage to your engine from chime will sound Have your vehicle neglected oil problems can he serviced immediately costly and is not covered by your When your engine is not running but warranty the ignition is on in the Run position the gage shows your battery s state of charge in DC volts CHECK GAGES light will go on and a warning chime will sound if you have this option Driving your vehicle with low oil pressure can cause extensive engine damage 1 410 Boost Gage OPTION Vehicl
35. Radio Stations 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET The word SET will appear on the digital screen for five seconds 3 While SET is displayed press one of the four pushbuttons The station 15 now preset You can tune to it immediately by pressing the same numbered pushbutton 4 Repeat steps 1 3 for each of four AM and four FM stations 4129 ww Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems AM FM Stereo with Cassette Player Up to three additional stations on each band may be preset by pairing pushbuttons 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET and within five seconds press any two adjacent pushbuttons at the same time 3 The station can be tuned in when the same two pushbuttons are pressed at the same time eee 950 To Play a Cassette Tape With the power switch on insert a tape into the cassette door Do not use tapes that are longer than 45 minutes on each side When the right indicator arrow is lit selections listed on the bottom side of the cassette are playing When the left arrow is lit selections listed on the top side of the cassette are playing To change sides of the tape press the upper control knob while the cassette is playing When the end of a tape is reached the other side will then play FAST FORWARD Depress the button with the arrow pointing in the same direction that the tape is playing To stop fast forward press the STOP EJECT button REVERSE Depres
36. add the proper coolant mix directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it Pos CAUTION How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap T 1 You can remove the radiator pressure but now push down as you turn it cap when the cooling system Remove the pressure cap systel including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left WA ues m E 0 0 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to 5 the back the coolant the FULL COLD mark recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off 3 Fill the radiator with the proper mix up to the base of the filler neck 207 Engine Overheating Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine fan 7 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this
37. an unlock code is entered it will not turn on The instructions below tell you how to enter a secret code into the system If your vehicle loses battery power for any reason you must unlock the system with the secret code before the radio will turn orn 1 Write down any six digit number and keep it in safe place 2 Turn the ignition to the Accessory or Run position 3 Press the PWR button to turn the radio off 4 Press the 1 and 4 buttons together Hold them down until shows on the display You are ready to enter your secret code NOTE If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over al step 4 5 Press SET and 000 will appear on the display 6 Press the SEEK button to make the first number of your code appear 7 Rotate the TUNE knob right left to make the second and third numbers agree with your code B Press the lower BAND knob and 000 will appear again Now you are ready to enter the last three digits of your code 9 Repeat steps 6 and 7 for the last three digits of your code 10 Press the lower BAND knob and REP will appear for five seconds and then 000 will appear 11 Repeat steps 6 through 10 This time SEC will appear indicating that the radio is secure yay Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems CD Player Anti Theft Feature CONT Disabling the Anti Theft Syste
38. be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let vou 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 the manual s advice Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous So please get to know your warning lights and gages They re a big help Your vehicle may also have a Driver Information Center that works along with the warning lights and gages See the Index under Driver Information Center Features amp Controls E F m Warning Lights Your Pontiac has some of the warning light systems shown here The symbols are explained on the following pages m 100 _ Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light tells you that your engine coolant has overheated or your radiator cooling fans are not working If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn the engine off as soon as possible HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY In Problems on the Road this manual shows what to do See the Index under Engine Overheating Some clusters with gages do not have a coolant temperature warning light In those clusters a CHECK GAGES warning light will alert you of potential co
39. bin for storage underneath the armrest storage area 90 Door Cup Holder Column Shift Models The front doors provide space for The front armrest opens into a storage holding a cup or soft drink area for cassette tapes gloves etc To open it hold down the base and lift the lid A cup holder flips forward and unfolds to hold two cups Hear Storage Compartment Ashtrays Lift the rear of the armrest to reveal the Pull down the interior door to access the Lift the cover to reveal the front ashtray storage space trunk for storing long objects To clean the ashtray lift it out by pulling on the snuffer gis Ashtrays cowr Lighters On models without a console there s To open the rear ashtrays lift the cover To use lighter just push it in all the ashtray cup holder under the instrument way and let go When it s ready it will panel To clean the ashtray lift it out by pulling up on the tabs on either side It snaps back into place Don t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays If you pop back by itself do cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire causing damage m o PrzTIA NOTICE Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with your 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
40. different ways Here s how to remove the type with a release clip 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Lift the release clip with a screwdriver and pull the blade assembly off the wiper arm 3 Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper Loading Your Vehicle Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry The Tire Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the driver s door tells you the proper size speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle It also gives you important information about the number of people that can be in your vehicle and the total weight that you can carry This weight 15 called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants carga and all nonfactory installed options The other label is the Certification label also 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 176 Ibs 80 kg in your trunk On vehicles equipped with electronic level control the rear of the vehicle is automatically kept level as you load or un
41. engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty This light indicates when the engine oil level is 1 to 1 quarts 0 95 L to 1 4 L low It will go on for one to three seconds when the ignition is turned to the Run position as bulb check It will then go off Even if you have a low oil level it will go off for 15 to 20 seconds Then if the oil level is low and it has been at least eight minutes since your engine was last running the CHECK OIL LEVEL light will come on for 20 to 40 seconds The eight minute delay allows the majority of the oil to drain back into the oil pan and prevent a false low condition If the CHECK OIL LEVEL warning comes on the oil level should be checked at the oil dipstick If the level is low the engine oil should be brought up to the proper level see the ndex under Engine Oil After restoring the proper level and waiting for the eight minute drainback the key can be turned to the Run position and the CHECK LEVEL warning light should only come on as a bulb check This light will come on briefly when you start the vehicle as a check to show you it is working then it should go out If it stays on or comes on while you are driving vou 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 ligh
42. extend only for a few feet meters or for miles kilometers you can t really tell while you re in it You can only treat the situation with extreme care One common fog condition sometimes called mist or ground fog can happen in weather that seems perfect especially at night or in the early morning in valley and low marshy areas You can be suddenly enveloped in thick wet haze that may even coat your windshield You can aften spot these fog patches or mist layers with your headlights But sometimes they can be waiting for you as you come over a hill or dip into shallow valley Start your windshield wipers and washer to help clear accumulated road dirt Slow down carefully Tips on Driving in Fog If you get caught in fog turn your headlights on low beam even in daytime You ll see and be seen better Use your fog lights Don t use your high beams The light will bounce off the water droplets that make up fog and reflect back at you Use your defogger In high humidity even a light buildup of moisture on the inside of the glass will cut down on your already limited visibility Run your windshield wipers and washer occasionally Moisture can build up on the outside glass and what seems to be log may actually be moisture on the outside of your windshield Treat dense fog as an emergency Try to find a place to pull off the road Of course you want to respect another s property but you might need to pu
43. file a claim at any time by contacting your local Better Business Bureau BBB at the following toll free number 1 800 955 5100 For further information about filing a claim you may also write to BBB AUTO LINE Council of Better Business Bureaus 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington VA 22203 In order to file a claim you will have to provide your name and address the vehicle identification number VIN of your vehicle and a statement of the nature of your complaint staff may try to help resolve your dispute through mediation If mediation is not successful or if vou do not wish to participate in mediation eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third party arbitrator at an informal hearing The arbitrator will render decision in your case which you may accept or reject If you accept a valid arbitrator decision GM will be bound by that decision The entire dispute settlement process should ordinarily take about 40 days from the time you file your complaint to the time a decision is rendered or 47 days if vou did not first contact your dealer or Pontiac We encourage you to use this program before or instead of resorting to the courts We believe it offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is fast free of charge and informal lawyers are not usually present although you may retain one at your expense if you choose Arbitrators make decisions based on t
44. fluids and plastic or rubber You electric fan 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 on properly Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly Underhood Light Your parking lights or headlights must be on for the underhood light to function when you open the hood 3800 Engine CODE L When you open the hood you ll see 1 Engine Coolant Recovery Tank 2 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 5 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir Air Cleaner T Engine Oil Dipstick B Engine Oil Fill Cap 9 Radiator Pressure Cap 10 Battery D Service amp Appearance Care 3800 SC Engine cope 1 When you open the hood you ll see 1 Engine Coolant Recovery Tank 2 Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 5 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir Air Cleaner T Engine Oil Dipstick B Engine Oil Fill Cap 9 Radiator Pressure Cap 10 Battery Comet Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground Turn aff the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level To Check Engi
45. for varying periods of time IE you turn the system off by pressing CAUTION the switch on the center console while the vehicle is stopped the warning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on bring the vehicle to a stop and press the switch again The warning light should go off The system will also turn itself on if you turn vour ignition off and back on again If the TRACTION OFF warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time even when you ve switched the system on your vehicle needs service 107 Features amp Controls Traction Control System Warning Gages Light CONT Your Pontiac may have many of the following gages Be sure to read about the ones that came with your vehicle sour THACTION OF war Ip is on can destroy parts of vehicle as well as Que teas If you spin your wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you your transaxle When you re stuck spin the wheels as little as possible 108 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 gages for fuel coolant temperature oil pressure or voltage This light will stay on if your engine is not running Fuel Gage You will either have this fuel gage or s It takes a little more or less fuel to fill one very similar Your fuel gage tells up
46. if you want t s a OFF Shuts the system off The outside ood idea to remove any ice or snow temperature will be displayed Air Will from the hood and from the air inlet still flow through your vehiele if it is H Don tusea razor blade or something between the hood and windshield moving Also the system will try to else sharp on the inside of the rear maintain the temperature you set but Rear Window Defogger Press window If you do you could cut may not be able to if it s very warm or to warm the defogger grid on the rear or damage the warming grid and cold outside window On some models the outside the repairs wouldn t be covered by rearview mirrors are also warmed The your warranty rear window defogger will turn off automatically after about 10 minutes of use If you turn it on again the defogger will operate for about five minutes only You also turn the defogger off by turning off the ignition or pressing the switch again ECON Use in cold or cool weather This saves fuel because the air conditioner compressor doesn t run But this setting doesn t remove humidity from the air 124 Peon Extended idling with Electronic Rear Vents Flow Through Ventilation System i Climate Control Slide the center control up to direct air Your Pontiac s flow through ventilation When the engine idles for a long time upward Slide it down to direct air
47. lights with the switch window defogger the outside rearview mirrors are also heated to help clear them of ice and snow s BB Express Open Sunroof OPTION Your express open sunroof provides an airy spacious feel to your vehicle s interior and can also increase ventilation It includes a sliding glass panel and a sliding sunshade The control switch will work only when the ignition is on or during Retained Accessory Power if you have that option See the Index under Retained Accessory Power To Open the Sunroof Press the control switch rearward and release it to open the glass panel and sunshade If you want to stap the sunroof in a partially open position lightly press the switch again Press the switch rearward again to open fully The sunshade can also be opened by hand To Close the Sunroof Press and hold the control switch forward to close the glass panel The sunshade can only be closed by hand The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or closed if your vehicle has an electrical failure IT RR To Open the Sunroof Rear Vent Press the contral switch forward when the sunroof is closed Open the sunshade by hand To Close the Sunroof Rear Vent Press the switch rearward Storage Armrest Console Shift Models Press the button at the front edge to open the armrest storage area for cassette tapes gloves etc A cup holder flips forward for There s also a
48. noise when you drive In an emergency you may be able to use lower octane as low as 87 1f heavy knocking does not occur If you re using 91 or higher octane unleaded gas and you still get heavy knocking your engine needs service What about gasoline with blending materials that contain oxygen such as MTBE or alcohol MTBE is methyl tertiary butyl ether Fuel that is no more than 15 MTBE is fine for your vehicle Ethanol is 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 Service amp Appearance Care Fuel cowr NOTICE Fuel that is more than 5 methanol is bad for your vehicle Don t use it t can corrode metal in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t he covered under your warranty And even at 5 or less there must be cosolvents and corrosion preventers in this fuel to help avoid these problems Fuel Capacity 18 U S Gallons 68 L Use unleaded fuel only Gasolines for Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with detergent 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 materials called oxygenates General
49. of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic If you suspect that the driver of the vehicle you want to pass isn t aware af your presence tap the horn a couple of times before passing Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass While you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following larger vehicle Also vou 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 the 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 back And if something happens to cause you to cancel your pass you need only slow down and drop back again and wait for another opportunity If 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 glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the 163 Your Driving and the Road Passing cowr right lan
50. on the wheel nuts firmly N the jack Lower the jack completely Per EIE Compact Spare Tire Don t try to put the wheel cover on the 19 Store the flat tire as far forward in Although the compact spare was fully compact spare tire It won t fit Store the the trunk as possible Store the jack inflated when your vehicle was new wheel cover in the trunk until you have and wheel wrench in their can lose air after a time Check the replaced the compact spare tire with compartment in the trunk inflation pressure regularly It should be regular tire 60 psi 420 kPa The compact spare is A CAUTION made to go up to 3 000 miles 5 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 spon as you Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again NOTICE Wheel covers won t fit on your compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover an your compact spare vou could damage the cover or the spare 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 later in this section ety Problems on the Road Compact Spare Tire cowr Your anti lock brake system warning light may come on when you are driving with a compact spare See the Index under Anti Lock
51. or lay it face down as it could scratched or damaged Do not use a hammer or mallet to install the cover gae 7 If your wheel has the special locking lug nut use the special adapter supplied with your vehicle to remove the locking wheel nut by turning counterclockwise B Use the wheel wrench to loosen the wheel nuts but don t remove them 9 Attach the wheel wrench to the jack and rotate the wrench clockwise to raise the jack head a few inches E 213 Problems on the Road Changing a Flat Tire cowr 10 Near each wheel well is a notch in 11 Position the jack and raise the jack 12 Raise the vehicle by rotating the the frame into which to put the jack head until it fits firmly on the ridge wheel wrench clockwise in the jack head The front notch is 10 inches in the vehicle s frame nearest the Raise the vehicle far enough off the back from the front wheel well The flat tire Do not raise the vehicle ground so there is enough room for rear notch 1s 8 inches forward from yet Put the compact spare tire near the spare tire to fit the rear wheel well The wheel you wrench has these 8 and 10 inch NOTICE distances stamped on the handle CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the Use the wheel wrench to measure to the notch by flipping the socket into the handle then measuring from the socket end of the wrench Getting und
52. remind people to fasten their safety belts Unless the driver s safety belt is buckled a chime will also sound see 18 How to Wear Safety Belts This section is only for people of adult restraint system size _ CAUTION N First you ll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat to see how see the Index under Seat Controls so you can sit up straight 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it pet twisted 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt isn t long enough see the Index under Safety Belt Extender Make sure the release button on the buckle faces upward or outward so you would be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever had to The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likelv to slide under the lap belt It 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 19
53. screen unless the system is aff Press The digital screen displays the outside Once you set the temperature the system again to return to the inside temperature temperature the inside temperature will try to maintain the set tempera setting When the system is off the setting the fan speed and the heating ture whether or not you are using the outside temperature will be displayed mode you have selected heating or cooling controls But i y ki Use the following controls when AUTO The air conditioner compressor operates set the temperature for 60 F 16 C or is pat desired in all AUTO setting positions and in 90 F 32 C the fan will stay on HI when the outside temperature is ii unless you Select diferent s Sets the fan speed Press the top above 49 F 9 C When the air of the switch to raise the fan speed the conditioner is on you may sometimes bottom af the switch to lower the fan notice slight changes in your vehicle s speed engine speed and power This is normal because the system is designed to cycle 123 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems m Electronic Climate Control Cont Defrost Press this to remove Do not attach a temporary vehicle E Press this to read the temperature fog or ice from the windshield It will license across the defogger grid on the in degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius start at the high fan speed but you rear window select another speed
54. spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle hack and forth you can destray your transaxle B19 you will find information about the care of your Pontiac This part 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 a section devoted to its appearance care SIC rip p RU sida E E E ER Fuel pice Wie ere M eas Hood Bale Engine Oll Air Cleaner pales Transaxle Fluid Engine Coolant Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Loading Your Vehicle Vehicle Identification Number VIN EY Add On Electrical sd Fuses amp Circuit Breakers Capacities amp Specifications is Normal Maintenance A aerias Parts Fluids amp Lubricants Replacement Bulbs Part Service amp Appearance Care hob dom P ok et ae ee b bop rs E Ft E E dr 221 Service amp Appearance Care You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and date of any service work you perform See the Index under Maintenance Record CAUTION You can be injured if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it
55. t then it s set at zero and a label must put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed ERTS ET TR THEE m Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far you have driven since you last reset it To set it to zero On vehicles with the Driver Information Center press the button labeled TRIP On vehicles with the Svstems Monitor the button is next to the trip odometer Push and release in smooth continuous motion until all zeroes appear Tachometer OPTION The tachometer shows your engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Do not run your engine at speeds in the red area m Warning Lights Gages and Indicators This section 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 ar replacement Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save vou or others from injury Warning lights go 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 turn the ignition key just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may
56. ta turn off the instrument cluster lights and displays 2 Rotate the Twilight Sentinel switch counterclockwise from OFF The Twilight Sentinel Does Two Things First depending on how dark it becomes outside the Twilight Sentinel turns your headlights on automatically when they re needed Avoid covering the sensor located near the windshield by the defroster outlet otherwise your headlights will stay on Also it s possible that your headlights might go out if you drove from a dark area into a bright area such as a lighted parking lot this happens turn on your headlights with the regular headlight switch Second to light your way when you leave your vehicle the Twilight Sentinel will keep vour headlights on for as long as three minutes Rotate the Twilight Sentinel switch to MAX for a three minute delay Rotate it the other way to reduce the delay Fog Lights The switch for your fog lights is in the overhead console An indicator light in the switch will glow when the fog lights are switched Your headlights must be on low beams or your parking lights must be on for your fog lights to work Front Heading Lights These lights and the interior courtesy lights will come on when you open the doors To turn on a reading light when the doors are closed press either switch Press it again to turn the light off To avoid draining your vehicle s battery be sure to turn off the readin
57. the parking brake To check the parking brake With the engine running and transaxle in N Neutral slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the P Park mechanism s holding ability Shift to P Park Then release all brakes At least every spring use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the underbody Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect Underbody Flushing Maintenance Schedule Section C Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year for instance each 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 INSPECTION eae m OR SERVICE WHAT SHOULD BE DOME Steering Suspension Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts and Front Wheel Drive signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper Axle Boot and Seal hookup binding leaks cracks chafing ete Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for Inspection damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look fo
58. your heavy braking vehicle and others is important 184 If you keep pace with the traffic and M allow realistic following distances vou E Anti Lock Brakes CAUTION i k will eliminate a lot of unnecessary use them t he braking That means better braking and Your Pontiac has an advanced electronic E i n t v longer brake life braking system that will help prevent skidding If your engine ever stops while you re driving 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 same power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist 15 used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push NOTICE Riding the brakes wears them out much faster You would need costly brake replacement much sooner than normal and it also reduces fuel economy 155 Anti Lock Brakes This light on the instrument panel will go on when you start your vehicle See the Index under Anti Lock Brake System H rning Light eee 456 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 The computer separately works the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels
59. 12 Locks Remote Control 48 Idling Your 70 72 Lane Change Indicator 72 Long Distance Driving 174 If You re Stuck in Sand Mud Lap Shoulder aiio Belt 519 Low 19 Ice OF SNOW eee ele FOM ossis Low Fuel Warning 109 lenition as eee ran teri eee 3 Low Oil Pressure Warning 102 A e 46 Use by Children 33 Low Washer Fluid CM Light Controls 8 Warning 105 Mluminated Entry 55 Lighters 63 0 cee 92 Lubricants amp 05 272 Indicator Lights see Warning Lights Lights Infant Restraint see Child Restraints Air Bag System 24 M Inflation Tires te Petites 250 Daytime Running Hue PG ER 83 aintenance Record 294 Inside Rearview Mirror 86 Fog Lights 85 Maintenance Schedule 275 Instrument Panel 94 Headlights Bl 83 246 Maintenance Services Scheduled 278 Instrument Panel Clusters 96 Ow 82 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 104 Incex Manual Front Seat 10 Manual Reclining Seatback Dp Manual Remote Control Mirror 87 Maxifuse Relay Center 268 Methanol in Gasoline 223 Mileage Indicator see Odometer amp S
60. 13 Glove Box 14 Side Vents 15 Center Vent 16 Audio System 17 Gear Shift Lever 18 Ashtray 19 Console Switch Bank Option 20 Gain Control Option 21 Hazard Warning Flashers Switch 22 Horn 23 Steering Wheel Audio Controls Option 24 Head Up Display Control Option 25 Parking Brake Release 26 Hood Release 27 Tilt Wheel Lever Features amp Controls Instrument Panel Clusters Your Pontiac is equipped with one of these instrument panel clusters which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages Be sure to read about those that apply to the instrument panel cluster for your vehicle Higa g7 Features amp Controls Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour mph and kilometers per hour km h The odometer shows how far vour vehicle has been driven in either miles used in the U S or kilometers used in Canada The odometer and trip odometer are displayed in the Driver Information Center on vehicles so equipped Tamper Resistant Odometer Your Pontiac has 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 truc 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
61. 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 pound 110 kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Continued ad om Seats amp Safety Belts _ zt Y Smaller Children and Babies CONT CAUTION Child Restraints Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in 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 safer 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 If your vehicle has an air bag for the front passenger never put a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here s why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured if the right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of a rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag If your vehicle has a right front passenger s air bag always secure a rear facing child restraint in the ear seat You may secure a forward facing child restraint in
62. 7 Problems on the Road Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage or the warning light about a hot engine If your engine catches fire because on your Pontiac s instrument panel See you keep driving with no coolant the Index under Coolant Temperature your vehicle can be badly Gage and Coolant Temperature Warning damaged The costly repairs would Light not be covered by your warranty If Steam is Coming from Your Engine CAUTION If No Steam is Coming from Your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam the problem may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you Climb a long hill on a hot day Stop after high speed driving Idle for long periods in traffic Tow a trailer But then if you still have the warning TURN 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 If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 Turn off your air conditioner 2 Turn your heater to full hot at the highest blower speed and open the Window Necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to N Neutral 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 d
63. 77 12 oz 0 35 L Supercharger Qil Supercharger lubricant 12345982 4oz 113g Replacement Bulbs OUTSIDE LIGHTS BULB Halogen Headlights Lice or ree se ret corre aae qn 9006 Hiph OS Front Park Turn Pio PUE Illi xe UC ual MOTNA IT EST ETT VERE 2057NA Front Side Marker esee nmn nn 194 Taillights cir vic 194 2057 SEES Ls daly Oates r ERE ET EE e a MART Rear TUE LLL res au EIE DR Ca kw 3 EX TEE ERO RR 1156 Rear Side MATEG 194 e mee reet acera 41 Center High Mounted Stop Light 1156 License Plate Light os ieee dase 194 Beige CIR ack stain TEX sais os Pape eon we ics 880 TnnkLight 1 ullus ed e Rid ca dE RE 93 Underhood Light esl ra eas 561 LAMP Light MONITOR MESSAGE OPTION HEAD LAMP HIGH BEAM LAMP PARK LAMP TURN SIGNAL LAMP PARK LAMP TAIL LAMP BRAKE LAMP TURN SIGNAL LAMP TAIL LAMP BACK UP LAMP BRAKE LAMP TAIL LAMP Service amp Appearance Care Replacement Bulbs cowr INSIDE LIGHTS Courtesy Liglits soon P Front Courtesy Reading Lights Rail Courtesy Reading Lights Glove Compartment Light Turn Signal Indicators Visor Vanity Light Hush FEM Lower Floor t Lighting BULB A3I73B 194 MEL vee 1005 168 161 IMP
64. Brake System W rning Lighi 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 vour vehicle 18 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Don t use your compact spare on some ice or Snow other vehicle What you don t want to do when your And don t mix your compact spare or vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels wheel with other wheels or tires They The method known as rocking won t fit Keep your spare and its wheel help you get when you re stuck but together you must use caution 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 _ NOTICE Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the CAUTION Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back and forth between R Reverse and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxle is in gear 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 the ndex under Towing Your Pontiac tires If you
65. Check 38L Code 1 engine only The services shown in this schedule up to 48 000 miles 80 000 km are to be performed after 48 000 miles at the same intervals MILES 000 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 36 39 42 45 48 KILOMETERS 000 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 An Emission Contro Service The US Environmental Protection Agency has determined thar rhe faiture to perform this maintenance Hem will not nullify the emission wenn or Weit recall lability mi completion of vehicle useful life Gene Motors however urges that all Aci iier maintenance services be performed ar the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in Section E Maintenance Record Maintenance Schedule Section Scheduled Maintenance Services Cont Schedule Il Follow Schedule ONLY if none of the driving conditions specified in xod Schedule I apply TO BE SERVICED WHEN TO PERFORM See Explanarion of Schedulea Maintenance Miles Kilameners or Months Services following Schedules T and II whichever occurs first Every 7 500 Miles 12 00 km or 12 Months Tire and Wheel Rotation amp Inspection At 7 500 Miles 0 300 km and then every 15 00 Miles 25 O00 kn as necessary E comes since fey o oo ne o Mts rhe amp Spark Plug Replacement Every 30000 Miles 50 000 km te 00s
66. Coolant Temperature Waming Light El Engine amp 71 181 Engine Identification 265 Engme 23 men 232 Checking amp Adding 23l Check Level Light VNDE EUR Disposing of Used Oil 233 Energy Conserving 232 Oil Warning Light 102 Pressure Gage 110 Warning 233 When to 233 elg Engine Specifications verae Engine Starting Your 58 Ethanol in Gasoline 223 Exhaust Dangerous Gas in 71 72 18 Parking with the Engine Running 70 72 Expectant Mothers Use of Safety Belts 20 Express Open Sunroof 89 Expressway 172 Extender Safety Belt 43 Exterior Appearance see Appearance Care F abric Cleaning see Appearance Care Fan Warnings 194 195 204 Filling Your Tank 226 313 index Filter Air Cleaner ess 233 271 Fab D cere sar vs ERE EN OLI usua 233 271 Finish Damage evi rre e d 263 Flashers Hazard Warning 192 SL wan WM UE 208 Flooded Engine LL 59 Flow Through Ventilation 125 Fluid jl MD VO E Capacities 270 Power Steering 242 270 272 Transaxle 238 270 272 Windshield Washer 76 242 272 292 Fluids amp Lubricants
67. Entry Keyless Entry 7 i Supplemental Inflatable Restraint Air Bag 5 20 Cornering Lights Turn Signals Back Up Lights Trunk Release Brake Shift Interlock without Retained Accessory Power Option 9 LU Spare 15 Spare 15 Battery Redio Instrument Panel Oil Level 2 20 Electronic Level Contral 13 20 Brake Hagar Warning Flashers 14 15 Parking Lights 15 15 Courtesy Lights Power Mirrors 16 IC Cooling Fan Transaxle m 25 Air Conditiomng 18 Blank 19 10 Anti Lock Brake System H KH Low Coolant Light Monitar Oil Level HUD Compass 21 Ki Instrument Panel Lighting 22 20 Spare 23 25 Spare 24 lenition Radio 25 25 Wiper Washer 267 Service amp Appearance Care Right Side Fuse Panel Fuses Additional fuses are located in the relay Position Rating Circuitry center on the far right side below the AMF instrument panel You must remove the sound insulator on the right side of the passenger foot well to replace these fuses 3 I5 Replacing these fuses is difficult We Wh recommend that you see your dealer if you need one replaced Ls 6 20 7 8 i 268 A C Programmer Fog Lampe Power Antennal Door Locks Horns Engine Relays Miscellaneous Engine Content Fuel Pump Fuel Injectors Engine Control Module PASS Key Maxifuse Relay Center To check the fuses in this underhood fuse center turn the two knobs 14 turn counterclockwise and loos
68. Exhaust Dirt and water can too e 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 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 Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig And never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 1000 pounds 450 kg loaded then it needs its own brakes and they must be adequate Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properly Because you 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 trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to eet to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that t
69. 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 long uphill grade shift down to D Drive and reduce your speed to around 45 mph 70 km h to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating If you are towing trailer that weighs more than 1 000 pounds 454 kg and you have an automatic transaxle with Overdrive it s best to drive in D instead of Overdrive ar you need to a lower gear This will minimize heat build up and extend the life of your transaxle 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 1 Apply your regular brakes but don t shift into P Park yet 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorh the load 4 Reapply the regular brakes Then apply your parking brake and then shift to P Park 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 your engine shift into a gear and s Release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive s
70. 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 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 gasolines contain detergents and oxygenates and if they have been reformulated to reduce vehicle emissions Fuels in Foreign Countries f 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 your 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 All of that means costly repairs that wouldn t he covered by your 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 I
71. ORTANT KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER Part 7 LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED Maintenance Schedule Section Introduction This part covers the maintenance A Word About Maintenance 6 665 4 eee ee cee required for your Pontiac Your Your Vehicle and the Environment 2 0 0 0 ccc vehicle needs these services to How This Part is 277 retain its safety dependability and A Scheduled Maintenance Services emission control performance Using Your Maintenance amp 4 8 Selecting the Right Schedule oor 278 Sthedulg E ccce eor n Reto PX 282 Protection Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Serv i coca eui le Plan B Owner Checks amp Services At Esc Poet Fill RECEN EUER 287 Have you purchased the At Least Once eee aima riw eT GM Protection Plan At Least Once a Year ae are Sum UTR ela al ee The Plan supplements your C Periodic Maintenance ONU RUE Ner etie D Recommended Fluids amp Lubricants 291 See your Pontiac dealer for details er rene pata seed ots T EET IINE Maintenance n n OM a7s Maintenance Schedule Introduction A Word About Maintenance We at General Motors want to help
72. PONDAC tbe 1993 PONTIAC Bonneville SE SSE SSEi OWNER S MANUAL 1993 Owner s Manual Pontiac Bonneville Table of Contents Introduction Printed in USA Part 4 Part e Part 33 Part 4 Part E Part E Part Y Part 8 Part How to Use this Manual 3 Seats amp Safety Belts 9 Features amp Controls 45 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems 119 Your Driving and the Road 145 Problems on the Road 191 Service amp Appearance Care 221 Maintenance Schedule 275 Customer Assistance Information 297 Includes Reporting Safety Defects on page 302 Service Station Information Last Page 10202135 B Second Printing Important Notes About 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 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 Note to Canadian Owners For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Pontiac Division whenever it appears in this manual For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux proprietaires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce
73. SECURITY light comes on and remains on you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off Your PASS Key II system however is not working properly and must be serviced by your Pontiac dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key II system If you lose or damage a PASS Key II ignition key see your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key II to have a new key made Theft Deterrent System OPTION If your Pontiac has this option it has theft deterrent alarm system With this system the SECURITY light will flash when you open the door if your ignition is aff This light reminds you to arm the theft deterrent system when leaving your vehicle To Arm the System 1 Open the door 2 Lock the door with the power door lock switch or Keyless Entry transmitter The SECURITY light should come on and stay on 3 Close all doors The SECURITY light will go off after about 30 seconds and the system will then be armed Features amp Controls Theft Deterrent System CONT If the SECURITY light comes on for one minute and then shuts off while the ignition is on the security system has detected a problem with itself See your dealer for service If a door or the trunk is opened without the key or the Keyless Entry transmitter the alarm will go off It will also go off if the trunk lock is damaged or if the ignition is turned on Your vehicle s lights will flash and the horn will so
74. URES ABOVE 40 DEGREES F 4 DEGREES 00 USE SAE 104 40 SAE 20W 50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE DIL RECOMMENDED SAE 10W 30 shown in the viscosity chart SAE 10W 30 is best for your vehicle However you can use SAE SW 30 if it s going to be colder than 60 F 16 before your next oil change When its very cold below 0 F 18 C you should use SAE 5W 30 These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W 40 or SAE 20W 50 Energy Conserving IT Oils with these words on the container will help you save fuel This doughnut shaped logo symbol is used on most oil containers to help you select the correct oil You should look for this on the oil container and use only those oils that display the logo 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 is ready to advise if you think something should be added When to Change Engine Oil Sec if any one of these is true for you Most trips are less than 4 miles 6 km It s below freezing outside and most What to Do with Used Oil CAUTION Used engine oil contains Air Cleaner Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter See the Index under Scheduled Maintenance Services trips are less than 10 miles 16 km Th
75. Your Pontiac dealer has two GM n EE NU MEA Rinse the section with a clean wet cleaners a solvent type spot lifter and a will set sponge foam type powdered cleaner They will gis OUT clean normal spots and stains very well Using Foam Type Cleaner on iio off vu 5 i piis slightly wel o 3 Here are some cleaning tips Fabric did PARE din led h Then dry it immediately with an air Always read the instructions on the Vacuum and brush the area to remove hose a hair dryer or a heat lamp cleaner label any loose dirt Clean up stains as soon as you can Always clean a whole trim panel T NOTICE before they set section Mask surrounding trim along ERT Use a clean cloth or sponge and stitch or welt lines Be careful with a hair dryer or heat change to a clean area often A soft Mix Multi Purpose Powdered Cleaner lamp You could scorch the fabric brush may be used if stains are follawing the directions on the stubborn container label Wipe with a clean cloth Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge 258 M Solvent Iype Cleaner on 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 it then Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with a clean dull knife or scraper Use very little cleaner light pressure and clean cloths preferably ch
76. ack up to a favorite passage Release to resume playing FWD Fast Forward Press and hold to rapidly advance the disc Release to resume playing PREV Previous Press to play a track again If you keep pressing the PREV button the disc will keep backing up to previous tracks COMP Compression Depressing this NEXT Press when you want to hear the next track If you keep pressing the NEXT button the dise will keep advancing to other tracks When Finished with the Compact Disc Player If you press or turn aff the ignition the disc will stay in the player and start again when you turn on the ignition or power switch The disc will begin playing at the point where it had been stopped ST PL Stop Play Press to stop the disc player the radio will play Press again to play the dise the player will start playing the disc where it was stopped earlier EJECT Press to eject the disc the radio will play After eject if you turn the ignition off with the dise part way out the player will pull the disc back in after about 30 seconds When the player is turned on it will begin play on the first track CD Player Anti Theft Feature Delco LOC II is a security feature for the compact disc player It can he used or ignored If ignored the system plays normally If it is used your player won t be usable if it is ever stolen because it will go to LOC mode any time battery power is removed Until
77. ackets for child restraints at one or both of the rear outside seating positions are available at Pontiac dealerships in Canada amp Safety Belts E 1 x strap if the child restraint has one Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Position You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier section about the top 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button faces upward or outward so you ll be able to un buckle it quickly if you ever need to 1 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint 2 Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 3 Pull out the vehicle s safety belt and run the lap part through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how See if the shoulder belt would go in front of the child s face or neck If so put it behind the child restraint 3 Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock To tighten the belt feed it into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it 15 SCCUTC To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safery 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 7 Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position When
78. ad 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 A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law LL Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established 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 Those 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 iligned and balanced carefully at the actory to give you the longest tire life ind best overall performance n most cases you will not need to have our wheels aligned again However if ou notice unusual tire wear or your ehicle pulling one way or the other the ilignment may need to be reset If you otice your vehicle vibrating when Iriving on a smooth road your wheels nay need to be rebalanced
79. and the 3 Press or hold SET until ZONE 005 Temporary Disturbances displayed s Your compass may sometimes display a different heading for moment as you zone number will be displayed i l Release the MODE button 4 Press The display will show 3 i i a northern heading and the direction xe Hea i A ji ls 2 Check the chart to see which zone bars will flush pass under bridges power lines or large metal objects or when vou are driving 5 Press MODE again The display will on steep hills This is normal show the current zone setting for two seconds then keep that setting unless Press MODE again to enter your vou change it zone in the compass you are in shows the number of your zone 6 When your engine is running your compass should display true north Ws Features amp Controls Head Up Display OPTION If you have the optional Head Up When you sit straight in your seat the Display HUD you can see the HUD image will appear slightly io the Although the HUD image appears speedometer reading in English or right in front of the driver to be near the front of the vehicle metric units displayed through the When the ignition is turned to Run all do not use it as a parking aid The windshield possible HUD images will come on as HUD ips designed lor jus The HUD also shows shown above Then the Head Up x ah iae n e Turn signal indicator lights Display will operate n
80. ange sign as part of something too steep hill soft shoulder or a narrow bridge the road may be closed off or torn up And there may be workers and maintenance vehicles around too An octagonal eight sided sign means Stop It is always red with white letters CANOEING SWIMMING Brown signs point out recreation areas A triangle pointed downward indicates A triangular sign also is used on two or points of historic or cultural interest Yield It assigns the right of way 10 lane roads to indicate a No Passing traffic on certain approaches to an Zone This sign will be on the left side intersection of the roadway Your Driving and the Road LEFT DA PHT TUAN RIGHT THROUGH ONLY Shape of Road Signs CONT Rectangular square or oblong signs show speed limits parking regulations give directions and such information as distances to cities Symbols on Road Signs There are many international road signs in use today HO LU NO NC TURN PARRING BICYCLES The basic message of many of these signs is in pictures or graphic symbols A picture within a circle with a diagonal line across it shows what not to do Traffic Lights We re all familiar with traffic lights or stop lights Often green arrows are being used in the lights for improved traffic control On some multilane roads green arrows light up indicating that traffic in one or more lanes can
81. ate it slightly to the left or right to EQUALIZER Boost the bass em off when the ignition is on in radio gres Jue igi t phasize a voice in a song brighten the gt 7 the lett ar right it will tune rapidly treble vour equalizer gives vou Upper Knob VOL This knob does pese p Ta Meena 5 Jour eee Res time to fine tune a specific frequency frequencies of sound to your individual Press to change between the AM taste Move a lever up to emphasize a FMI or FM2 bands FMI allows you frequency move it down to de emphasize e Rotate it slightly to the left or right to control the volume Press it to mute the radio or tape to preset five stations FMZ allows you It s best to begin with the levers in the player Press again to listen to preset another five stations middle position then adjust each lever as you like 1 34 The five pushbuttons at the lower right can be used to preset up to 15 radio stations five AM five FMI and five FM2 The buttons have other uses when you are playing a compact disc see Compact Dise Controls To Preset Radio Stations 1 Tune the digital display to the station you want 2 Press SET The SET indicator will appear on the digital screen for five seconds 3 While the SET indicator is displayed press one of the five pushbuttons 4 Repeat steps 1 3 for each of five AM five and five FM2 stations 88 Compac
82. 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 ta accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway When you drive into a curve at night it s harder to see the road ahead of you because it bends away from the straight heams of your lights This is one good reason to drive slower Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find truck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere or a child darts out from hetween parked cars and stops right in front of you You ean avoid these problems by braking if you can stop in time But sometimes you can t there isn t room That s the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your Pontiac can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes 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 m 161 Your Driving and t Steering in Emergencies cowr 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 full 180 degrees very quickly with
83. bile radio and telephone units TEZCCU C AM FM Stereo Radio The digital display indicates information on time or radio station frequency the AM or FM radio band whether the station is in stereo and other radio functions Upper Knob PWR VOL This knob does three things Rotate it to turn the system on and off PWR Rotate it to control the volume y Press it to recall the station frequency when the radio is 128 BAL Balance The control ring behind the upper knob adjusts the left right speaker balance Lower Knob TUNE This knob does two things Rotate it to tune in radio stations Press it to change between the AM or FM hand FADE The control ring behind the lower knob adjusts the front rear speaker balance Y SEEK A Press to seek and stop on the next station higher or lower on the radio band Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems TREB Treble Slide this lever up to increase treble or down to decrease it If a station is weak or noisy reduce the treble BASS Slide this lever up to increase bass or down to decrease it To Preset Radio Stations 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET The word SET will appear on the digital screen for five seconds 3 While SET is displayed press one of the four pushbuttons The station is now preset You can tune to it immediately by pressing the same numbered pushbutton 4 Repeat steps 1 3 fo
84. braking system ABS helps avoid only the braking skid Steer the way you want to go 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 Here are some tips on night driving Drive defensively Remember this is the most dangerous time Don t drink and drive See the Meler under Drunken Driving for more on this problem Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlights behind you 185 Your Driving and the Road Driving at Night Since you can t see as well vou may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles It s hard to tell how fast the vehicle ahead is going just by looking at its taillights Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlights can light up only so much road ahead safe place and rest 166 In remote arcas watch for animals V If you re tired pull off the road in a Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences 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 tro
85. can be purchased by filling out the Service Publications Order Form in this hock it with your check money order or credit card information to Helm Incorporated address listed below CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1993 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE PRODUCT SERVICE PUBLICATIONS Product Service Publications PSP s are bulletins batters and articles published for rained dealer service personnal See Service Publica tions listed previously in this section A cumulative index is published quarterly during the currant model year The indexes list all PSP s published by Pontiac in the modal year PSP Index Year Form Number Price 1983 FSPI 93 P Fres 1992 PSPI 32 F Free 19971 521 9 Free 1990 PSPI 30 P Free NOTE Form Numbers for individual Product Service Publications may be found inthe PSP Index Prices 4 00 far the first PSP and 2 00 for each additional PSP on the same order PSP Bound Bulletin Book Complete Year Bulletins Year Description Form Number Price 1991 AN PSP s amp 81 PSP 4 15 00 1390 PSP s 5 80 PSP 4 15 00 For subscription information call Helm Incorporated SEAVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis repair and overhaul information On engines tranamission axle suspension brakes electrical steer ing body etc Model Farm Number Price 1883 Pontiac Bonneville 5 8310 H 543 00 Please specify spacial body engine types on order form Write information in tha Form Number co
86. cation Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB GM Part No 1052497 or equivalent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Windshield Washer Solvent ELEM TET Hood Latch Assembly Pivots and Spring a Engine oil Anchor b Release Fawl b Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB GM Part No 1052497 or equivalent Hood and Door Hinges Engine oil or Lubriplate Lubricant GM Part No 1050109 Fuel Door Hinge Rear Compartment Lid Hinges Weatherstrips Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 or equivalent See the Index under Replacement Parts for recommended replacement filters valves and spark plugs 293 t Miaintenance Schedule Section E Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed record the date Schedule II maintenance charts which correspond to the odometer reading and who performed the service in the maintenance performed Also you should retain all columns indicated When completing the Maintenance maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio is a Performed column insert the numbers from the Schedule convenient place to store them MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICED BY R ETE READING ODOME DATE Maintenance Schedule Section E Maintenance Record Cont MAINTENANCE PERFORMED Part Customer Assistance Infor mati
87. ce the engines are running Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Don t get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 195 Problems on the Road Jump Starting CONT 6 Connect the red positive cable to 7 Don t let the other end touch metal 9 Attach the cable at least 18 inches the positive terminal of the Connect it to the positive 45 cm away from the dead battery vehicle with the dead battery Use a terminal of the good battery Use a but not near engine parts that move remote positive terminal if the remote positive terminal if the The electrical connection is just as vehicle has one vehicle has one good there but the chance of sparks 8 Now connect the black negative getting back to the battery is much cable to the good battery s negative less terminal 10 Now start the vehicle with the good Don t let the other end touch anything battery and run the engine for a until the next step The other end of the while negative cable doesn t go to the dead 44 Try to start the vehicle with the battery It goes to a heavy unpainted pint z aep dead battery If it won t start after metal part on the engine of the vehicle few tries it probably needs service with the dead battery 196 12 Remove the cables in reverse order to pre
88. ch steering angle the vehicle may jump back onto the road with so much steering input that it crosses over into the oncoming traffic hefore you can bring it back under control Instead ease off again on the accelerator and steering input straddle the pavement once more then try again Passing The driver of vehicle about to pass another on 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 Mot necessarily Passing another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds 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 all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead Look down the road to the sides and to crossroads for situations that might affect your passing patterns If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass wait for a better time e Watch for traffic signs pavement markings and lines If you can see sign up ahead that might indicate turn or an intersection delay your pass A broken center line usually indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never crass solid line on your side
89. cle sec the earlier CAUTION under Engine Exhaust Also idling in a closed in place can let deadly carbon monoxide CO into your vehicle even if the fan switch is at the highest setting One place this can happen is a garage Exhaust with CO can come in easily Never park in a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See the Index under Blizzard It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine 15 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 P Park If you are parking on a hill or if you re pulling a trailer also see the Index under Parking on Hills or Towing Trailer Tilt Steering Wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel belore 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 Power Windows Switches on the driver s armrest control each of the windows when the ignition is I
90. cles coming from behind You may want to use your headlights even in daytime if it s raining hard 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 If the road spray is so heavy you are actually blinded drop back Don t pass until conditions improve Going more slowly is better than having an accident Use your defogger if it helps Have good tires with proper tread depth See the ndex under Tires 169 Your Driving and the Hoad Driving in Fog Mist and Haze Fog can occur with high humidity or heavy frost t can be so mild that you can see through it for several hundred feet meters Or it might be so thick that you can see only a few fect meters ahead It may come suddenly to an otherwise clear road And it can be a major hazard When you drive into a fog patch your visibility will be reduced quickly The biggest dangers are striking the vehicle ahead or being struck by the one behind Try to read the fog density down the road If the vehicle ahead starts ta become less clear or at night if the taillights are harder to see the fog is probably thickening Slow down to give traffic behind you a chance to slow down 170 Everybody then has a better chance to avoid hitting the vehicle ahead A patch of dense fog may
91. conditions Ask your dealer for the proper replacement intervals for your driving conditions An Emission Control Service r The US Environmental Protection Agency 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 General Motors however urges that alf recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in Section E Maintenance Record ITEM NO 11 12 SERVICE Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Inspect fuel tank cap and lines including fuel rails and injection assembly for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for an even filler neck imprint or any damage Replace parts as needed Periodic replacement of the fuel filter is not required Supercharger Oil Check Check oil every 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 36 months Add the proper synthetic oil See the Index under Recommended Fluids amp Lubricants Section B Owner Checks amp Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should Be sure any necessary repairs arc completed at once be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your safety dependability and emission control performance of vehicle make sure they are the proper ones as shown in your vehicle Section D At Each Fuel Fill t is important for y
92. 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 vour abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic Continued CAUTION Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in crash On some models you can also adjust the head restraint by tilting the pad forward or rearward m Safety Belts They re For Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint ar air bag system a4 Seats amp Safety Belts Safety Belts They re For Everyone Cont CAUTION A N 7224 This figure lights up when you turn the key to Run or Start when vour safety belt isn t buckled and you ll hear a chime too It s the reminder to buckle up 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 vou do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are very mild In them you won t get hurt even if you re not buckled up And some crashes can be so serious like being hit by a train that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But mo
93. d back on again When you start your vehicle and begin to drive away you may hear momentary motor or clicking noise and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves a little while this is going on This is the ABS system testing itself You may fecl the system working or you You also may hear this during a hard may notice some noise but this is stop normal TRACTION OFF warning light in the instrument cluster lets you know if your traction control system is not working See the ndex under Traction Control System W rning Light 187 Your Driving and the Road Disc Brake Wear Indicators CAUTION Your Pontiac has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make 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 EE NOTICE e Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair i 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 Rear Drum Brakes Your rear drum brakes don t have wear indicators but if you ever hear rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected Also t
94. de letter or number for your engine You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel See the Index under Vehicle Identification Number Follow the proper steps to start the engine Move your shift lever to P Park or N Neutral Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use N Neutral only NOTICE Don t try to shift to P Park if your Pontiac is moving If you do you could damage the transaxle Shift to P Park only when your vehicle is stopped 1 Don t push the accelerator pedal before starting your engine In some ather vehicles you might need to do this but because of your vehicle s computer systems vou dont 2 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 3800 Tuned Port Injection Engine NOTICE NOTI CE Code L Holding your key in Start for Your engine is designed to work 3 If it doesn t start right away hold longer than 15 seconds at a time with the electronics in your will cause vour battery to be drained much sooner And the starts Wait about 15 seconds between 65510 heat can damage 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 your key in Start for about three seconds at a time until
95. dentification Number VIN General Motors of Canada Ltd International Export Sales Box 828 Oshawa Ontario LIH TNI Canada Fuel Door Lock OPTION On SSE and SSEi models equipped with the Theft Deterrent System option the fuel door is locked and unlocked together with the power door locks Therefore to unlock the fuel filler door you may use the outside door key lock the inside power door lock button or the Remote Keyless Entry key chain transmitter To unlock the fuel door just unlock the driver s door Service amp Appearance Filling Your Tank The cap is behind hinged door on the While refueling hang the cap inside the left side of your vehicle fuel door CAUTION CAUTION Gasoline vapor is highly flammable It burns violently and that can cause very bad If you get gasoline on you 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 injuries Don t smoke if you re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks Names and smoking materials away from gasoline spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and 1s mare likely in hot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way To take off the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise When vou put the cap back on turn it to the right until you hear a c
96. dicator is displayed 4 Repeat steps 1 3 for each of five AM o To Play a Cassette Tape Press PWR to turn the radio on The radio will play until a cassette is pushed into the cassette entry door the tape side goes in first Do not use tapes that are longer than 90 minutes 45 minutes on each side This audio system has automatic CO Dolby B Noise Reduction to reduce background noise on Dolby encoded tapes Dolby B Noise Reduction is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation PROG Program Press to change the side of tape being played When the end of a tape is reached the other side will then play CrO This button sets tape bias When playing high bias chrome or metal tapes press the button to turn the CrO display on When playing standard tapes press again to turn the display off REV Reverse Press to reverse the tape rapidly press again to play the tape The radio plays while a tape is rewinding FWD Fast Forward Press to advance the tape rapidly press again to play The radio plays while the tape is advancing PREY Previous Press PREY to repeat a passage The tape will back up M E and stop at the first four second quiet spot in the tape or when you press PREV or PROG again NEXT Press to go to the next selection on
97. e Schedule to Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID with a clean rag Replace the cap and determine what kind of fluid to use See ONLY Add washer fluid until the bottle completely tighten it Then remove the the Index under Fluids amp Lubricants is full cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick When the engine compartment is hot Vhen adr ne fh the level should be at the H mark rss vieni ds When the engine compartment is cool always use the proper fluid Failure the level should be at the C mark to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals 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 other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only 3i 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 might go down The first is that the ur gt q E P nd L Brake Master Cylinder Your brake master cylinder is here It is filled with DOT 3 hrake fluid There only two reasons why the brake fluid level in your master cylinder
98. e engine is at low speed most of the time as in door to door delivery or in stop and go traffic You tow a trailer often Most trips are through dusty places If any one of these 1 true for your vehicle you need to change your oil and filter every 3000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever comes first If none of them is true change the oil every 7 500 miles 12 500 km or 12 months whichever comes first Change the filter at the first oil change and every other oil change after that Engine Block Heater An engine block heater can be a big help if you have to park outside in very cold weather 0 F I8 C or colder If your vehicle has this option see the Index under Engine Block Heater things that have caused skin cancer in laboratory animals Don t let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or good hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever dispose of oil by pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask your dealer a service station or a local recycling center for hel
99. e running the red light Obey all posted speed limits But remember that they are for ideal road weather and visibility conditions You may need to drive below the posted limit in bad weather or when visibility is especially poor Pull to the right with care and stop clear of intersections when you see or crisscross most large cities You ll save hear emergency vehicles time and energy See the next section Freeway Driving 171 Your Driving and the Road Se mre Freeway Driving Mile for mile freeways also called thruways parkways expressways turnpikes or superhighways are the safest of all roads But they have their own special rules The most important advice on freeway driving is 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 a aze Entering the Freeway At the entrance there is usually a 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 to determine where you expect to blend with the flow If traffic 15 light you may have no problem But if it is heavy find a gap as you move along the entering lane and lime your approach Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn s
100. e 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 CAUTION 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 tc Seats amp Safety Belts Checking Your 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 sec anything that might keep a restraint system from doing its job have it repaired Replacing Safety Belts After a Crash 7 If you ve had a 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 have to have safety belt parts like the retractor replaced or anchorage locations repaired even if the belt wasn t being used at the time of the collision If your seat adjuster won t work after a crash the special part of the safety belt that goes through the seat to the adjuster may need to replaced What s wrong with this A The belt is torn CAUTION Part e
101. e 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 is Try not to 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 lights 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 can ease a little to the right 164 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 h s asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers 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
102. e 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 helt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle 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 your 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 a Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size In fact the law in every state and Canadian province says children up to some age must he restrained while in a vehicle CAUTION Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 pound 5
103. ear of the seat by holding the switch up Lower the rear of the seat by holding the switch down Adjustable Support Seat On some models you ll find the Xf Tilts the rear of the seat up or controls on the center console Slide the down selector switch to L or R to choose the front seat you want to adjust a Tilts the front of the seat up or V Adjusts the seat forward or back down i Adjusts the seat up or down p gt Adiusts the seatback to an upright reclined position Don t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle 15 Moving Adjusts the position of the 4 seatback side bolsters 141 Seats amp Safety Belts Adjustable Support Seat cowr Lumbar Controls ot Reshapes the lower back area of the seat f Reshapes the middle back area of the seat M Reshapes the upper back area of the seat z 42 Manual Reclining Seatback OPTION Lift the lever to release the seatback then tilt the seatback forward or backward as desired Release the lever to lock the seatback in place But don t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving CAUTION Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous Even if you buckle 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
104. eesecloth 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 an air hose hair dryer or heat lamp to help prevent a cleaning ring See the previous NOTICE Special Cleaning Problems Greasy or Oily Stains Like grease oil butter margarine shoe polish coffee with cream chewing gum cosmetic creams vegetable oils wax crayon tar and asphalt Carefully scrape off excess stain Then follow the solvent type instructions above Shoe polish wax crayon tar and asphalt will stain if left a vehicle seat fabric They should be removed as soon as possible Be careful because the cleaner will dissolve them and may cause them to bleed Non Greasy 5tains Like catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks wine vomit urine and blood Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water If a stain remains follow the foam type instructions above f an odor lingers after cleaning vomit ar urine treat the area with a water baking soda solution teaspoon 5 ml of baking soda to 1 cup 250 ml of lukewarm water Finally if needed clean lightly with solvent type cleaner Combination Stains Like candy ice cream mayonnaise chili sauce and unknown stains Carefully scrape off excess
105. ehicle damage is only one indication Repair cost is not a good indicator of whether an air bag should have deployed What makes an air bag inflate In a frontal impact of sufficient severity sensors strategically located on the vehicle detect that the vehicle is suddenly stopping as a result of a crash These sensors complete an electrical circuit triggering a chemical reaction of the sodium azide sealed in the inflator The reaction produces nitrogen gas which inflates the cloth bag The inflator cloth bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag inflator module packed inside the steering Wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the passenger if there is passenger air bag Seats amp Safety Belts How the Air Bag System Works CONT Q A How does an air bag restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occ pants 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 provide protection in many types of collisions including rollovers and rear and side impacts primarily hecausc an occupant s motion is not toward the air bag Air bags should never regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belt protection in moderate to severe
106. el Controls for Audio System Some audio functions can be operated with these controls AM FM Press to select either the AM or FMI and FM2 radio bands The band you select will be displayed on the digital screen The frequency of the station will be displayed and if the station is in stereo the stereo indicator will alsa be displaved SEEK Each time you press up or down arrow on SEEK you will tune in the next station up or down the AM or FM radio band When listening to a cassette tape or compact disc you can change to the previous or next selection by pressing the SEEK up or down arrow RCL Recall When the radio is on press to change hetween the clock and the radio station frequency displayed on the digital screen PRE SET Press this to hear the radio stations that are set on your system VOL Volume Press to increase volume Press F to lower the volume PWR Turns the unit on and off when the ignition is on 139 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems Gain Control Understanding Radio Reception Some models have this control below FM Stereo AM Stereo the audio system FM stereo will give you the best sound Your Delco system may be able to To get more bass sound move the but FM signals will reach only about receive C Quam stereo broadcasts GAIN control to adjust the amount of 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall Many AM stations around the country bass buildings or hills can interfere w
107. ell marked lanes directional arrows and designated parking areas expect some drivers to ignore all these markings and dash straight toward one part of the lot Pedestrians can be careless Watch for them In general you must give way ta pedestrians even if you know you have the right of way Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Here s a final bit of information about defensive driving The most dangerous time for driving in the U S is very early on Sunday moming In fact GM Research studies show that the most and the least dangerous times for driving every week fall on the same day That day is Sunday The most dangerous time is Sunday from 3 a m to 4 a m The safest time is Sunday from 10 a m to a m Driving the same distance on a Sunday at 3 a m isn t just a little more dangerous than it is at 10 a m It s about 134 times more dangerous That leads to the next section 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 takes away three things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle Judgment Muscular Coordinat
108. em is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well f the warning light goes on there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on 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 This light will also come on when you set your parking brake and the light will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully If you try to drive off with the parking brake set a chime will also come on until you release the parking brake If the light and chime stay on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem If the light and chime come on while 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 have the vehicle towed for service See the Index under Towing diner Pontiac 105 Features amp Controls Brake System Warning Light CONT CAUTION 106 sm om A Dnm 1 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With anti lock this light will go on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds or so That s normal If the light doesn t come have it fixed
109. en the metal wing nut on the passenger side of the cover Then remove the cover The inside of the cover has a chart that explains the features and controls governed by each fuse and relay Headlight Wiring The headlight wiring is protected by circuit breaker in the light switch An electrical overload will cause the lights to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlight system checked right away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical problem have it fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power windows and other power accessories When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed Service amp Appearance Care Capacities amp Specifications Automatic Transaxle AT 440 14 Overdrive When draining or replacing terque converter more fluid may be needed Pan Removal and w quarts 6 00 L After Complete Overhaul ll quarts 10 50 L NEN tire sce eed ORE oo 13 quarts 12 00 L Refrigerant Air See refrigerant charge label under
110. engine assist your brakes on steep downhill slope Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain If you drive regularly in steep country or if you re planning to visit there here are some tips that can make vour 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 CAUTION Coasting downhill in N Neutral or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Don t make your brakes do it all Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill That way you will slow down without excessive use of your brakes 76 have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill enough room slow down to make it easier for the other vehicle to get by 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 e You may sec 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
111. er 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 turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lights 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 nat It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Vehicles with the optional Lamp Monitor System will warn you when a bulb burns But when you plug trailer lights into your vehicle s lighting system its bulb warning lights may not let you know if one of your lights goes out So when you have trailer lights plugged in be sure to check your vehicle and trailer lights from time to time to be sure they re all working Once you disconnect the trailer lights your Lamp Monitor System again can tell you if one of your vehicle lights is out Driving on Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade
112. er a vehicle when it 15 jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you vehicle to fall off the jack Be sure to fit the Jack lift head into the proper location before raising your vehicle could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by jack 13 Remowe all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 14 Remove any corrosion from the 16 Replace the wheel nuts with the Rust or dirt on the wheel or wheel bolts mounting surface or rounded end of the nuts toward the on the parts to which it is spare wheel wheel Tighten each nut by hand fastened can make the wheel nuts 15 Place the spare tire on the mounting until the wheel is held against the become loose after a time The hub wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use Scraper or wire brush later if you necd to to get all the rust or dirt off surface CAUTION T Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts vou do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing serious accident 215 Problems on the Fioad Changing a Flat Tire cont 17 Lower the vehicle by rotating the 18 In a criss cross sequence tighten wheel wrench counterclockwise
113. er is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have lelt 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 P Park See the Index under Shifting into P Fark If vou are parking on a hill or if you re pulling a trailer also see the Index under Parking on Hills or Towing a Trailer Ensure the shift lever is fully in P Park range before starting the engine Your Pontiac has brake transaxle shift interlock You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from P Park when the ignition key is in the On position If you cannot shift out of P Park ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into P Park 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 belore moving the shift lever on floor shift console models See Shifting Out of P Park later in this section AN O2 I deverse Neutral R Reverse Use this gear to hack up To rock your vehicle back and forth to N Meutral In this position your get out of snow ice or sand without engine doesn t connect with
114. erinflation you can get Unusual 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 To make your tires last longer have them inspected and rotated at the mileages recommended in your Mainte nance Schedule See the Index under Scheduled Maintenance Services Use this rotation pattern After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressure as shown on the Tire Loading Information label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See the Index under Wheel Nut Torque 251 Service amp Appearance Care 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 2 32 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tire if You can sec the indicators at three places around the tire You can see cord or fabric showing throug
115. es equipped with the supercharged engine have this boost gage that indicates vacuum during light to moderate throttle and boost under heavier throttle The gage displays the air pressure level in psi going into the engine s combustion chamber The gage 1s automatically centered at zero psi every time the engine is started Actual vacuum or hoost is displayed from this zero point Changes in ambient pressure such as driving in mountains and changing weather will slightly change the zero reading DRIVER INFORMATION m Driver Information Center If vou have the Driver Information Center it gives you important safety and maintenance facts When you turn the ignition on the entire Center lights up for a few seconds Then it goes to work FUNCTION MONITOR This lets you know if you are low on fluids or have problem with a vehicle function CHECK OIL LEVEL This message could mean your oil level 15 low IE it comes on for more than three seconds see the Index under Check Oi Level Morning Light WASHER FLUID This message means your washer fluid tank is less than 30 full The windshield portion of the vehicle outline will also glow If these come on see the Index under Windshield Washer Fluid LOW COOLANT This message means your coolant level has fallen to about half full If it comes on see the Index under Engine Coolant CHECK GAGES Il this light comes on and stays on while vou are driving check your gag
116. es for fuel coolant temperature oi pressure or battery voltage 111 Features amp Controls m Driver Information Center Cont LAMP MONITOR Whenever you try to use one of the following lights LAMP MONITOR will tell you if a bulb is out Head Lamp Low and High beam Turn Signal e Park Lamp e Brake Lamp Back Up Lamp Tail Lamp If a bulb is out you will see a message such as PARK LAMP and you will also see where the problem is on the vehicle outline The message stays on until the problem is fixed See the Index under Replacement Bulbs for bulb details se 112 If burned out bulb is replaced the warning light will stay on until the bulb is used for example by turning on your lights If you pull a trailer the extra trailer lamp bulbs will not allow the lamp monitor to properly detect a burned out bulb When the trailer lights are disconnected the lamp monitor will again monitor the bulbs SECURITY You ll get DOOR AJAR message if a door is not fully closed The vehicle outline will show you which door it is You will also get HOOD AJAR or TRUNK AJAR message if the hood or the trunk isn t fully closed The vehicle outline will alsa show you these are ajar COMPASS Electronic Compass On some vehicles an electronic compass comes on when you start the engine As with all compasses it senses magnetic north to determine direction But magnetic nort
117. eter calibration headlight aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis CAUTION Cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything in container to clean your Pontiac be sure to follow the instructions And always open your doors or windows when you re cleaning the inside Never use these to clean your vehicle Gasoline Carbon Tetrachloride Turpentine Benzene Acetone Lacquer Thinner Naphtha Paint Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too NOTICE Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses they will damage your vehicle Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents 257 a Service amp Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Pontiac Use solvent type cleaners a well Don t saturate the material Use vacuum cleaner often to get rid of ues area any Ii bi use them Don t rub it roughly 4 7 rry 1 1 dn px dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl with a on Eee B stained arca amp As soon as you ve cleaned the section clean damp clath xe a forms after spot peii use a sponge to remove the suds
118. ew moments before driving off This will blow moist air from the intake 2 AUTO HEVERBE i E A A Ev PREY NEAT Setting the Clock NOTICE Before you add any sound SQUIDIDenE UR For Radios with SEEK For Radios with WSEEKA tape player CB radio mobile j S no T telephone or two way radio be 1 With the radio off press SET The 1 With the radio on or off press SET sure you can add what you want If SET indicator will appear an the The SET indicator will appear on the you can it s very important to do it digital screen for five seconds digital display for five seconds properly Added sound equipment 2 Within that five seconds press ans 2 Within that five seconds press and may interfere with the operation af hold SEEK until the correct hold SEEKA until the correct your vehicle s engine Delco radio minute appears on the display minute appears on the display or other systems and can even 3 Before another five seconds pass 3 Before another five seconds pass damage them And your vehicle s press and hold SEEK until the press and hold WSEEK until the systems may interfere with the correct hour appears correct hour appears operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly So before adding sound equipment check with your dealer and be sure to check federal rules covering mo
119. ex under Coolant This provides proper freeze protection corrosion inhibitor level and engine operating temperature Inspect hoses and replace if they are cracked swollen or deteriorated Tighten screw type hose clamps Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser Wash the pressure cap and neck 8 To help ensure proper operation we recommend a pressure test of both the cooling system and the pressurc cap SERVICE Transaxle Service Change both the fluid and filter every 15 000 miles 25 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside tem perature 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 car or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change both the fluid and filter every 100 000 miles 160 000 km Spark Plug Replacement Replace spark plugs with the proper type See the ndex under Replacement Parts Maintenance Schedule Section A Scheduled Maintenance Services Cont ITEM NO 9 10 SERVICE Spark Plug Wire Inspection 1Inspect for burns cracks or other damage Check the boot fit at the coils and at the spark plugs Replace wires as needed Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Replace every 30 000 miles 50 000 km or more often under dusty
120. f that driver having an accident is six times greater at level of 0 15 percent the chances are twenty five times greater And the body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up the chance of a crash itself is higher for drinking drivers TII 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 a higher BAC might not be ahle to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There s something else about drinking and driving that many people don t know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse That s especially true for bram spinal cord and heart injuries That means that if amyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash the chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if that person had not been drinking And we ve already seen that CAUTION A amp Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go 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 Sometimes as when you re driving on snow or ice it s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide That means you lose control of y
121. ffic Safety on a specified government test course Administration which grades tires by For example a tire graded 150 would treadwear traction and temperature wear one and a half 174 times as well performance This applies only to the government course as a tire vehicles sold in the United States 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 253 Service amp Appearance Care Traction A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are A B 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 Temperature A B The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can le
122. g lights when leaving your vehicle BS wm Features amp Controls Rear Reading Lights These overhead lights and the interior courtesy lights will come on when you open the doors To turn on the reading light when the door is closed slide the switch up Slide it down to turn off the light m Inside Manual Day Night Rearview Mirror To reduce glare from lights behind you pull the lever toward you to the night position Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare when set in the MIN or MAX positions One photocell on the back of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside Another photocell is built into the mirror surface to sense headlights behind you The mirror will darken gradually to reduce glare This change may take a few moments OFF l o e MAN aa MIN Setting the Sensitivity MIN The mirror will gradually reduce glare when headlights behind vou are very close This is good position for city driving where there may be light from many sources MAX The mirror will begin to gradually reduce glare when headlights are far behind you This is a good setting for rural driving The mirror goes to a clear position whenever you shift to R Reverse OFF Shuts off the Day Night function The mirror will stay in the Day setting To keep the photocells operating well occasionally clean them with a cotton swab a
123. gerous If you miss your exit do not under circumstances stop and back Drive on to the next exit At each exit point is a deceleration lane Ideally it should be long enough for you to enter it at reeway speed after signaling of course and then do your braking before moving onto the exit ramp Unfortunately not all deceleration lanes are long enough some are too short for all the braking Decide when to start braking If you must brake on the through lane and if there is traffic close behind you you can allow a little extra time and flash your brake lights in addition to your turn signal as extra warning that you are about t slow down and 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 al higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are For example 40 mph 65 km h might seem like only 20 mph 32 km h Obviously this could lead to serious trouble on ramp designed for 20 mph 32 km h Your Driving and the Road Driving a Long Distance Although most long trips today are made on freeways there are still many made on regular highways Long distance driving on freeways and regular highways is the same in some ways The trip has to be planned and the vehicle prepared you drive at higher than city speeds and
124. gine fan is running If the engine is overheating the fan should be running If it isn t your vehicle needs service How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven t found problem vet but the coolant level isn t up to the FULL COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean water preferably distilled and a proper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank See the Mader under Coolany for more information about the proper coolant mix CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can 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 plam 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 50 50 mix of clean water and a proper antifreeze NOTICE In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant When the coolant in the coolant 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 recovery tank is at or above FULL COLD start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing you can try You can
125. gine is running But even when the engine is not running you can use Run to operate your electrical power accessories and to display some instrument panel warning lights Start Starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch will return to Run for normal driving running the positions Accessory and Run are positions that allow you to operate your electrical accessories such as the radio Key Reminder Warning If you leave your key in the ignition in the CMT position you will hear warning tone when vou open the driver s door Note that even if the engine is not 57 Features amp Controls Ignition Switch Retained Accessory Power If you have this option after you turn your ignition off and even remove the key you will still have electrical power to such accessories as the radio power windows and trunk release for up to ten minutes But if you open a door power is shut off NOTICE If your key seems stuck in Lock and you can t turn it be sure it is all the way in If it is then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard But turn the key only with 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 Starting Your Engine Engines start differently The Sth digit of your Vehicle Identification Number VIN shows the co
126. ground connection you domt want And it could save your radio You wouldn t be able to start your Pontiac and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems i If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty CAUTION Find the positive and negative terminals on each battery CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been CAUTION EE heck that the jumper cables don t binds Esca fashiveht i vou 5 Check that the jumper ables V EET peed jdn lis ht have loose or missing insulation Tf Fans or other moving engine uns they do vou could get a shock The A parts can injure you badly Be sure the batteries have enough water You don t need to add water T to the Delca Freedom battery Before you connect the cables here are installed in every new GM vehicle some things you should know Positive But if a battery has filler caps be will go to positive and negative sure the right amount of fluid is will go to negative or a metal there If it is low add water to take engine part Don t connect to or care of that first If you don t you ll get a short that would damage the explosive gas could be present battery and maybe other parts too vehicles could be damaged too Keep your hands away from moving parts on
127. guide en francais chez votre concessionaire ou au DGN Marketing Services Ltd 1500 Bonhill Rd Mississauga Ontario LST 1C7 Published by Pontiac Division The word Pontiac the Pontiac emblem and the General Motors Corporation name Bonneville are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation The word Delco is a registered trademark of General Motors Corporation Copyright 1992 General Motors Corporation Pontiac Division All rights reserved Jow to Use this Manual ie Using Your 1993 Pontiac Owner s Manual There are nine parts with color tabbed Many people read their owner s manual Pages in this manual Each part begins from beginning to end when they first with a brief list of contents so you can receive their new vehicle This will help usually tell at a glance if that part you learn about the features and controls Contains the information you want for your vehicle In this manual youll You can bend the manual slightly to find that pictures and words work reveal the color tabs that help vou find a together to explain things quickly part Part 1 Seats and Safety Belts This part tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly Part 2 Features amp Controls This part explains how to start and operate your Pontiac Part 3 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems This part tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system F
128. h 15 not located at the same place as true north so a zone value is used to improve accuracy Setting Up Your Compass Consists of Two Steps 1 Calibrating the compass to magnetic north 2 Setting the zone so the compass points to true north Calibrating the Compass The compass should be calibrated according to the proper Zone Setting Al least once a year Any time it displays the word CALIBRATE Any time it seems to show incorrect directions Calibrating to Magnetic North 1 Drive to an open area such as a large empty parking lot Be sure the area is not only free of other vehicles but also away from power lines or large metal objects 2 Push and hold MODE for more than six seconds After three seconds CALIBRATE and the heading display will go off ZONE and the zone number will be displayed After six seconds CALIBRATE will flash and the heading display will rotate ZONE and the zone number will go blank Release the MODE button 113 Features amp Controls Calibrating the Compass CONT 3 Drive slowly in circle at about 5 mph 8 km h Try to keep your vehicle level 4 When CALIBRATE stops flashing your compass is calibrated to magnetic north If CALIBRATE stops flashing before 134 circles the calibration may not be accurate However if you are certain the calibration is accurate after the zone is set then recalibration is not needed Otherwise repeat the calibration If thi
129. h the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has 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 Tire Inspection and Rotation CONT CAUTION 1 252 Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Tire Loading Information label The tires installed on vour vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance handling speed rating traction ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle If your tires have an all season tread design the TPC number will be followed by a MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION m Uniform Tire Quality Treadwear 3 Grading The treadwear grade 15 a comparative The following information relates to the ting based on the wear rate of the system developed by the United States when tested under controlled conditions National Highway Tra
130. he lever of either front door a light will glow around the door lock This will help you insert the door key at night The lights inside your vehicle will also go on These lights will go off after about 20 seconds or when you start your engine These lights will also go on when you press any button on the optional Remote Keyless Entry transmitter If a door is left ajar your interior lights will turn off after ten minutes to save your battery To unlock the trunk from the outside insert the door key and turn it Features amp Controls E Pirn Remote Trunk Release OPTION Press the trunk release button located below the driver s door armrest to release the trunk lid The ignition must be on and the transaxle must be in P Park The system also works with the Remote Keyless Entry System Convenience Net OPTION Your vehicle may have a convenience net You ll see it just inside the back Glove Box Use the door key to lock and unlock the glove box To open lift the latch release on the left side of the glove box door There s a special shelf inside for storing this manual wall of the trunk Put small loads like grocery bags behind the net to help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops The net isn t for larger heavier loads Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can You can unhook the net so that it will lie when you re no
131. he principles of fairness and equity and are not required to duplicate the functions of courts by strictly applying state or lederal law If you wish to go to court however we do not require that you first file a claim with BBB AUTO LINE unless state law provides otherwise Whatever your preference may be remember that if you are unhappy with the results of BBB AUTO LINE you can still go to court because an arbitrator s decision is binding on GM but not on you unless you accept it Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors For further information concerning the program call the BBB at 1 800 955 5100 You may also call the Pontiac Customer Assistance Center This pragram not be available in all states depending on state law Canadian owners refer to your warranty booklet General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or to discontinue its participaron in this program Some states may require that vou file claim with BBB AUTO LINE before resorting to state operated procedures including court 3o1 Customer Assistance Information 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 compla
132. he 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 Adjustment Every time you make a moderate brake stop vour brakes adjust for wear If vou rarely make a moderate or heavier stop then your brakes might not adjust correctly If you drive in that way then very carefully make a few moderate brake stops about every 1000 miles 1 600 km so your brakes will adjust properly Braking 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 159 Your Driving and the Road Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system fails to function you can steer but it will take much more effort 160 Variable Effort Steering If your vehicle is equipped with this option vou have a variahle effort steering system that eases steering effort at speeds less than 20 mph 32 km h This is particularly useful when parking your vehicle Steer
133. he vehicle you are driving 15 now a good deal longer and not nearly so responsive as vour vehicle is by itself Before you start check the trailer hitch and platform safety chains electrical connector lights tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has electric brakes start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer hrake 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 lights and any trailer brakes are still working 187 Your Driving and the Road Driving with a Trailer cowr 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 return to your lane Backing Up Hold the hottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you 188 Making Turns When you re turning with a trail
134. his only makes two half blinded drivers On a freeway use your high beams only in remote areas where you won t impair approaching drivers In some places like cities using high beams is illegal When you follow another vehicle on a freeway or highway use low beams True most vehicles now have day night mirrors that enable the driver to reduce glare But outside mirrors are not of this type and high beams from behind can bother the driver ahead A Few More Night Driving Suggestions 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 Tobacco smoke also makes inside glass surfaces very filmy and can be a vision hazard if it s left there Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly You might even want to keep a cloth and some glass cleaner in your vehicle if you need to clean your glass frequently Remember that your headlights light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlights should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to sec in dim light and aren t even aware of it 167 You
135. hood Nat all air conditioning refrigerants are the same if the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant be sure the proper refrigerant is used If you re not sure ask your Pontiac dealer Engine Crankcase quarts 375L When changing filter up to d quart 1 liter more e oil be needed Fus Tank oiseau vac TOC rex oe ER 18 gallons 68 00 L Power Steering Pump Only or EHE 0 50 L SYB ss en dla aas 11 pints 0 75 L Tire Pressures Tire Loading Information label on driver s door Wheel Nut lt PEL neu 100 pound feet 140 N m NOTE All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual Engine Specifications 3800 Tuned Port Injection and 3800 Supercharged Engines VIN Engine Code Tuned Port p VIN Engine Code Supercharged 1 Disniscement eeepc nna 3 8 Liters Compression Ratio 2 85 1 Code L 90 1 Code 1 Firing Order 2555 00 55 Wages 1 6 5 4 3 2 Thermostat Temperature Specification 195 91 C Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Element PESE RU AC Type A 1096C Engine Oil Filter AC Type PF 47 PEV AC Type CV 892C Remote Lock Control Battery 2 2016 Spark Plugs
136. ic fasteners can be easily confused If you use the wrong fasteners parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt in the U S and Canada it s easy to be sure you get the right kind of gasoline unleaded You ll see UNLEADED ight on the pump And only unleaded ozzles will fit into your vehicle s filler wek Be sure the posted octane 15 at least 87 f the octane is less than 87 you may get i heavy knocking noise when you drive f it s bad enough it can damage your angine f you re using fuel rated at 87 octane or gher and you still hear heavy cnocking your engine needs service But don t worry if you hear a little xnging noise when you re accelerating x 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 3800 Supercharged Engine Code 1 Use premium unleaded gasoline rated at 9 octane or higher It should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the U S 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 U S 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 91 If the octane is less than 91 you may get a heavy knocking
137. ids and lubricants identified below by name part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer me Engine Qil GM Goodwrench Motor Oil or equivalent for API service SG Energy Conserving II oils of the proper viscosity The SG designation may be shown alone or in combination with others such as SG CC SG CD or SF SG CC etc To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicles engine see the Index under Engine Oil Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of water preferably 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 Hydraulic Brake System Parking Brake Guides Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB GM Part 1052497 or equivalent GM Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid GM Part No 1052884 or equivalent Automatic Transaxle DEXRON Automatic Transmission Fluid GM Part No 12345881 Supercharger Supercharger Oil GM Part No 12345982 gs Miaintenance Schedule Section D Recommended Fluids amp Lubricants Cont Key Lock Cylinders Lubricate with Multi Purpose Lubricant GM Part No 12345120 synthetic SAE 5W 30 engine oil or silicone lubricant GM Part No 1052276 or 1052277 Automatic Transaxle Engine oil Shift Linkage Floor Shift Linkage Engine oil Chassis Lubri
138. ies anti hird droppings chemicals from repaired right away Bare metal will corrosion material to the parts repaired industrial chimneys and other foreign corrode quickly and may develop into or replaced to restore corrosion matter can damage your vehicle s finish major repair expense protection if they remain on painted surfaces Use Minor chips and scratches can be ud cleaners that are marked safe for painted repaired with touch up materials surfaces for these stains available from your dealer ar 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 At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your Service amp Appearance Care 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 spo
139. ignal check your rearview mirrors as you move along and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Driving on the Freeway Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass If you are on a two lane freeway treat the right lane as the slow lane and the left lane as the passing lane If you are on a three lane freeway treat the right lane as the slower speed through lane the middle lane as the higher speed through lane and the left lane as the passing lane Before changing lanes check your rearview mirrors Then use your turn signal Just before you leave the Jane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn t another vehicle in your blind spot If you are moving from an outside to center lane on a freeway having more than rwo lanes make sure another vehicle isn t about to move into the same spot Look at the vehicles two lanes over and watch for telltale signs turn signals flashing an increase in speed or moving toward the edge of the lane Be prepared to delay your move Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night Leaving the Freeway When you want to leave the reeway move to the proper lane well in advance Dashing across lanes at the last minute is dan
140. iler adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements 183 Your Driving and the Road If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer If you do here are some important points There are many different laws having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial police Consider using a sway control if your trailer will weigh 2 000 pounds 900 kg or less You should always use a sway control if your trailer will weigh more than 2 000 pounds 900 kg You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 804 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged 184 Then during the first 500 miles 804 km that you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads Three important considerations have to do with weight Weight of the Trailer How heavy can trailer safely be It should never weigh more than 1 000 pounds 450 kg unless you have the special optional 3 000 pound 1 360 kg towing package But even that can be too heavy Tt depends on how you plan to use your rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much you
141. ing Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Heres why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is 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 ice you ll understand this The traction you can get in 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 a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you re steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Those two control systems steering and acceleration can overwhelm those places where the tires meet the road and make you lose control What should you do if this ever happens Let up on the brake or accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way vou want it to go and slow down Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed Of course the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions Under less favorable conditions you ll want t go slower If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve do it
142. intenance receipts They may be needed to qualify your vehicle for warranty repairs Maintenance Schedule Section A Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedules This section tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them Your Pontiac dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it 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 These schedules are for vehicles that carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits You will find these limits on your vehicle s Tire Loading Information label See the Index under Loading Your Vehicle are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended unleaded fuel See the Index under Fuel 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 Schedule Schedule I Is any one of these true for your vehicle Follow Schedule only if none of the above conditions 15 Most trips are less than 4 miles 6 km iue Most trips are less than 10 miles 16 km when outside temperatures are below freezing The engine is at low speed most of the time as in door to door delivery or in stop and go traffic You operate your vehicle in dusty areas You
143. ints 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 0303 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department af 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 8880 Ottawa Ontario KIG 312 Reporting Safety 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 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 Centre 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 Pontiac Roadside information over the phone or making In many instances mechanical fail
144. ion Vision Police records show that half of all motor vehicle related deaths involve alcohol a driver a passenger or someone else such as a pedestrian had been drinking In most cases these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving Over 25 000 motor vehicle related deaths occur each year because of alcohol and thousands of people are injured Just how much alcohol is too much if a person plans to drive Ideally no one should drink alcohol and then drive But if one does then what s too much It can be 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 Content BAC of someone who is drinking depends upon four things How much alcohol is in the drink s The drinker s body weight amp 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 IS0 pound 82 kg 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 144 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 3 ounces
145. ion Control 6 5 24 4655 157 Traction Control System Warning Light eee 107 Traffic Lights M8 Trailer Towing 183 Transaxle Automatic see Automatic Transaxle Transmission Automatic sec Automatic Transaxle Trip Odometer eicae reese 98 Trunk DINE OL RE AREA ERA ES 55 Release Remote Power 56 Turn Signal Indicator 74 Turn Signal Headlight Beam LEVEE pa a pus 73 Crise 77 Headlight High Low Beam Changer ss 83 Lane Change Signals 74 Turn Signal Indicator 74 Windshield Washer VICEM 76 Windshield Wipers 75 Twilight Sentinel 84 Udernood Light 228 Unleaded 222 Service Engine Soon 104 Upholstery Care 0 2 258 Traction Control System 107 ban DOVE eese ce rem 171 Washer Windshield 76 Weight Gross Axle Weight Rating Effort Steering 0 GARD 248 Vehicle Identification Number Gross Vehicle Weight Rating INE neces pa ee 264 COR urine ieee aes 248 Vehicle 248 Wheel Alignment amp Tire Balance 255 Vehicle Storage 3 6 245 Wheel Covers Ventilati n eee 121 125 HowtoRemove sss 22 VIN aser muermrh 004 Wheel Nut Torque a 216 270 Visor Vani
146. ious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you Q What s wrong with this A The shoulder belt is worn under the arm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times CAUTION You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like yaur liver or spleen Supplemental Inflatable Q What s wrong with this To unlatch the belt just push the button Restraint System A ir Bag s A E E EE OR um Euh on the buckle The belt should go back TD ae d A The belt is twisted across the body ENS e i This section explains the driver s C BOSE Heii EE Supplemental Inflatable Restraint SIR AUTION the is E jedes or air bag system Your Pontiac may elt is out of the way If you slam the Saget aS tice a See use T You can be seriously injured door on it you iy both the belt ii ee is ig EPIS GEN by a twisted belt In a crash ederet iet te right Iront passenger vau 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 Your Pontiac may have the right front passenger s SIR option
147. is Jnless you are the only driver it is Is there actually such a condition as Keep your eyes moving Scan the road to share the driving task with highway hypnosis Or is it just plain ahead and to the sides Check your thers Limit turns behind the wheel to falling asleep at the wheel Call it rearview mirrors frequently and your ibout 100 miles 160 km or two hours highway hypnosis lack of awareness or instruments from time to time This it a sitting Then either change drivers whatever can help you avoid a fixed stare or stop for some refreshment like coffee There is something about an easy stretch amp Wear good sunglasses in bright light ea or soft drinks and some limbering of road with the same scenery along Glare can cause drowsiness But don t 1 But do stop and move around Eat with the hum of the tires on the road wear sunglasses at night They will ightly along the way Heavier meals the drone of the engine and the rush of drastically reduce your overall vision end to make some people sleepy the wind against the vehicle that can at the very time you need all the Jn two lane highways or undivided make you sleepy Don t let it happen to seeing power you have nultilane highways that do not have you If it does your vehicle can leave 4 If you get sleepy pull off the road into controlled access you ll want to watch the road in less than a second and you a rest service or parking area and or
148. it you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows don t flash but just stay on signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If you have the Driver Information Center it will tell you if you have burned out bulb See the Jndex under Driver Information Center If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the green arrows don t go on at all when you signal turn check the fuse see the Index under Fuses amp Circuit Breakers and for burned out bulbs If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for the trailer lights different turn signal flasher is used With this flasher installed the signal indicator will flash even if a turn signal bulb is burned out Check the front and rear turn signal lights regularly to make sure they are working Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the hand marked WIPER For single wiping cycle turn the band to MIST Hold it there until the wipers start then let go The wipers will stop after one cycle If you want more cycles hold the band on MIST longer For steady wiping at low speed turn the CAUTION band away from you to the LO position For high speed wiping turn the band further to HI To stop the wipers move the band to OFF You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes This can be very useful in light raim or snow Turn the band to ch
149. ith FM use C Quam to produce stereo though signals causing the sound to come and some do not C Quam 15 a registered ga trademark of Motorola Inc If your AM Delco system can get C Quam i signals your stereo indicator light will Phe range for most AM stations is come on when you are receiving it greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can also pick up noise from things like storms and power lines To lower this noise try reducing the treble level 440 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player tape player that 18 not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly each month or after every 5 hours of use If you notice a reduction in sound quality try known good cassette to see if the tape or the tape player is at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player Clean your tape player with a wiping action non abrasive cleaning cassette and follow the directions provided with it Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make sure that the cas
150. ive 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 to hold your vehicle in position on a hill arr oe Pane ce O Performance Shifting OPTION Press PERFORM SHIFT to allow the transaxle to shift at higher engine speeds increasing acceleration perlormance An indicator light on the switch will glow when performance shifting is in operation Downshifts will occur at a lower percentage of accelerator application while you re in the PERFORM SHIFT mode Press NORMAL SHIFT to have the transaxle shift at lower engine speeds increasing fuel economy An indicator light on the switch will glow when normal shifting is in operation Parking Brake To Set the Parking Brake Hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot If the ignition is on the brake system warning ight will come on A chime will sound after the vehicle has traveled 46 feet 14 meters To Release the Parking Brake Hold the regular brake pedal down Pull the BRAKE RELEASE lever 1f vou try to drive off with the parking brake on the brake light stays on and a chime sounds until you release the
151. k If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transaxle into P Park ur properly the weight of the vehicle may Have your Pontiac in good shape for put too much force on the parking paw winter Be sure vour engine coolant in the transaxle You may find it difficult UX 15 correct to pull the shift lever out of P Park This is called torque lock To prevent torque lock always be sure to shift into P Park properly before you leave the driver s seat To find out how see the Index under Shifting Into P Park When you are ready to drive move the e Snow tires can help in loose snow but they may give you less traction on ice than regular tires If you do not expect to be driving in deep snow but may have to travel over ice you may not want to switch to snow tires at all shift lever out of P Park before vou 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 pullthe shift lever out of P Park You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk Include an ice scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece
152. l equipment of it can just keep other things from working as they should Be sure that this label 1s not removed from the vehicle 265 Fuses amp Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in vour vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers The main fuse panel is located to the left of the steering wheel under the instrument panel Pinch the release levers to lower the fuse panel for ease of viewing then pull the fuse panel toward you to lock it down Snap off the cover to reveal the fuses You ll find a fuse puller clipped to the inside of the cover Place the wide end of rhe fuse puller over the plastic end of the fuse Squeeze the ends over the fuse and pull it out Spare fuses are located in the slots labeled Spare on the following chart Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the correct size When finished replace the cover and pinch the release levers again to unlock the panel Press it back up into place Fuses amp Circuit Breakers Position Rating AMP Circuitry 1 10 Stan Lp Signal SIR 1 20 Trunk Release Back Up Lights Brake Shift Interlock with Retained Accessory Power Option 3 a Breaker Power Window Sunroof 4 3 Breaker Power Accessory 5 la Heated Mirror Compass I5 Ignition Retained Accessory Power Illuminated
153. le has the right front passenger s air bag don t set anything on or attach anything to th instrument panel It might injure the passenger if the air bag inflates 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 the air bag modules and possibly other parts The service manual has information about the need to replace other parts e 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 right front passenger s air bag it may not work properly You may have to replace both the air bag and the instrument panel Don t open or break the air bag cover Be Seats amp Safety Belts When electrical work is done under the Your with the CAUTION hood or inside your vehicle the ignition should be in LOCK if possible Avoid wires wrapped with yellow tape or yellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag system price Bag Please tell or ana anyone who works on your Pontiac that it has the air bag system There are parts of the air system in several places around your vehicle You don t want the system to inflate while someone is working
154. lications Order Form 307 Service Station Information 320 Setting the Clock 127 Setting the Trip Odometer 98 S17 Index Sheet Metal Damage 263 Shifting Into P Park 68 69 Shifting Qut of P 70 Shifting the Transaxle 6l Signaling Tums 74 149 Signs Road 1 46 SIR Air uo eer A 22 ert ERE 164 Snowstorm If You re Caught ina 181 Sound Equipment Adding 126 Sound Systems see Audio Systems Spare Tire Compact 218 Specifications amp Capacities Speed Control see Cruise C ontrol Speedometer and Odometer 98 Stains Removing 259 Standard Climate Control 120 Starting Your Engine 58 Starting Your Vehicle if the Battery is Dead see Jump Starting Steering In Emergencies 161 Off Road Recovery 162 MER Ree Ee ISTE 160 160 Variable Effort 160 Steering Wheel Controls 318 Steering Wheel 73 Stereo Sound Systems see Audio Systems Storage socer EYE E ERA 90 Convenience Net 56 Door Cup 90 Box ees a Sis ers 56 Rear Compartment 91 Sunglasses 93 Storing Your Vehicle 245 Swick If Yo
155. licking noise m x ee If you need a new cap be sure to get the right type Your dealer can get one for you If you get the wrong type it may not fit or have proper venting and your fuel tank and emissions system might be damaged Fuel Door Manual Release m Checking Things Under f your vehicle has a fuel door lock the the Hood fuel door can be opened manually in ase of an electrical power failure To so first open the trunk The release mechanism is on the driver s side of the vehicle at the top of the trunk compartment Pull the tab to release the fuel door NOTICE Prying on a locked fuel filler door can damage it Use the remote fuel The following sections tell you how to check fluids lubricants and important parts underhood door manual release located in the trunk Hood Release To open the hood first pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle 227 Service amp mic egenis WATT AN io E AT zt it JUF Hood Release CONT CAUTION CAU TION Then go to the front of the vehicle and a Things that burn can get on pull up on the underhood release electric fan under the hood hot engine parts and start a Lift the hood can start up and injure you fire These include liquids like even when the engine is not gasoline oil coolant brake fluid running Keep hands clothing and windshield washer and other tools away from any underhiood
156. lights will come on automatically and the low beams will change to full brightness At dawn the exterior lights will go out and the low beams will change to the reduced brightness of DRL if the headlight switch is off Of course you may still turn on the headlights any time vou need to To idle your vehicle with the DRL off shift the transaxle into P Park The DRL will stay off until you shift out of P Park AL night you can turn olf all exterior lights when you are in P Park by mowing the Twilight Sentinel control all the way past MIN to turn it off if it was on If it was off move the control to the right to turn it on then back off The lights will come back on when you put the transaxle in gear Headlight High Low Beam Changer To change the headlights from low beam to high or high to low pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you Then release it When the high beams are on a blue light on the instrument panel also will be on Features amp Controls a SENTINEL WUE gt ar Instrument Panel Intensity Twilight Sentinel OPTION Control If You Have this Option Here s How You can brighten or dim your it Works instrument cluster lights by rotating the 1 Push in the headlight switch to turn headlight switch Rotate the switch all your headlights off the way counterclockwise to turn on the interior courtesy lights Rotate the switch clockwise
157. ll amounts push the button for less than half second Each time you do this you ll go mph 1 6 km h slower 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 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 Cruise Control To Erase Cruise 5peed Memory There are two ways to turn off the cruise When you turn off the cruise control or control the ignition or shift into P Park your cruise control set speed memory is e Step lightly on the brake pedal OR erased e Move the cruise switch to OFF When the Traction Control System is turned on it will turn off the cruise control See the mader under Traction Control Light Controls Parking Lights Pull the switch to the first stop to turn on Parking Lights e Side Marker Lights e Taillights e Instrument Panel Lights Headlights Pull the switch out all the way to turn on the headlights together with Parking Lights e Side Marker Lights Taillights nstrument Panel Lights Push the switch in all the way to turn all the lights off
158. load your vehicle CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAW Rs If you do parts on your vehicle can break or it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle NOTICE Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading 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 CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the trunk of your vehicle In a trunk put them as far forward as you Try to spread the weight evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Don t leave a seat folded down unless vou need to re Em m m Service amp Appearance Care m 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
159. low to Use this Manual Using Your 1993 Pontiac Owner s Manual cowr Part 7 Maintenance Schedule Part 9 Index Part 4 Your Driving and the Road This part tells you when to perform Here s an alphabetical listing of almost Here you ll find helpful information and vehicle maintenance and what fluids and every subject that s in this manual You tips ahout the road and how to drive lubricants to use can use it to quickly find something you under different conditions Part 8 Customer Assistance want to read Part 5 Problems on the Road Information Service Station Information This part tells you what to do if you This part tells you how to contact This is a quick reference of service have a problem while driving such as a Pontiac for assistance and how to get information You can find iron the last flat tire or engine overheating service publications It also gives you page of this manual Part 6 Service amp Appearance Care information on Reporting Safety Defects Here the manual tells you how to keep your Pontiac running properly and looking good v qi Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use yellow and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION In the yellow caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell vou what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cau
160. lowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks 1695 Your Driving and the Road Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil belts cooling system and brake adjustment Each of these is covered in this manual and the ndex will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight 190 Fl you ll find out what to do Hazard Warning Flashers about some problems that can occur Jump Starting on the road Towing Your Pontiac rte i Engine Overheating If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire Compact If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow Pant E Problems on the Road 197 Problems on the Fload Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let vou Press the hutton in to make your front To turn off the flashers pull out on the warn others They also let police know and rear turn signal lights flash on and collar you have problem Your front and rear off When the hazard
161. lumn For example Turbo Convertible OWNER S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly for owners and intended to pro vide basic operational information about tha vehicle The Owners Manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for all models 1993 Pontiac Bonneville Owner s Manual In Portfolio Includes Portola Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet 1993 Pontiac Bonneville SE In Portlollo 10202134 51500 1993 Pontiac Banneville amp SEI n Portlollo 10215984 51500 Without Paortfalla Includes Owners Manual 1983 Pontiac Bonneville Without Portiofio 10202135 1100 CURRENT amp PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publications are available for current and past model Pontiac vehicles To request an order form please specity year and model name of vehicle Address all inquiries to HELM INCORPORATED Box 07130 Detrait MI 48207 Credit Card Orders ONLY 1 800 782 4356 For information and inquiries call 313 883 1430 307 PONTIAC SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDER FORM NOTE Please complete form below Print or Type and MAIL TO Post Office Box 07130 Detroit Michigan 48207 ORDER TOLL FREE Minimum Credit Card Order 10 00 NOTE For Credit Card Holder Orders Only further information is needed write Helm or call 313 883 1430 1 B00 782 4356 Pontiac Bonneville Owner s Manual In Portfalio Pontiac Bonneville SE eunt s Manual In Portfolio Pontiac Bonneville SSEI NOTE Deals and Companie
162. m 4 Press the lower BAND knob The To Unlock the System After a Power 4 press the 1 and 4 buttons together for radio will display 000 Loss five seconds with ignition on and 5 Enter the second three digits of the When battery power is reapplied to radio power off The display will code The display will show the secured radio the radio won t turn on show SECURED indicating the unit numbers as entered and LOC will appear on the display is in the secure mode B Press the lower BAND knob If the Enter your secret code as follows pause 2 Press the SET button The display display shows the disabling no more than 15 seconds between steps will show 8M sequence was successful the 1 Turn the ignition on Radio alf 3 Enter the first three digits of the code numbers matched the user selected 2 Press the SET button The display following steps 6 7 earlier in this code or the factory back up code will show 000 section The display will show the See aE Sieur PELO 3 Enter the six digits of the code numbers s entered splay shows nt Rar peer eee disabling sequence was unsuccessful and the numbers did not match either HIM SUDAR SS TA ers IS of the codes and the unit will remain entered ag 4 Press the lower BAND knob and in the SECURED mode SEC appears then the time indicating that the disabling sequence was successful 138 Steering Whe
163. m your dealer See the index under Appearance Care Your Pontiac has basecoat clearcoat paint finish The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks 262 Aluminum Wheels iir so White Sidewall Tires Your aluminum wheels have a protective Your Pontiac dealer has a GM White coating similar to the painted surface of Sidewall Tire Cleaner You can use your Pontiac Don t use strong soaps stiff brush with it chemicals chrome polish or other abrasive cleaners on them because you Weatherstrips could damage this coating After rinsing These are places where glass or metal thoroughly a wax may be applied meets rubber Silicone grease there will make them last longer seal better and not squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months If you have aluminum wheels don t use an automatic vehicle wash that has hard silicon carbide cleaning brushes These brushes can take off the protective coating Sheet Metal Damage Foreign Material Finish Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires Calcium chloride and other salts ice Any stone chips fractures or deep sheet metal repair or replacement make melting agents road oil and tar tree sap scratches in the finish should be sure the body repair shop appl
164. move or make a turn Green arrows don t mean go no matter what You ll still need to proceed with caution yielding the right of way to pedestrians and sometimes to other vehicles some traffic lights also use red arrows to signify that you must stop before turning on red Many city roads and expressways and even bridges use reversible lane traffic control during rush hours red X light above a lane means no driving in that lane at that time green arrow means you may drive in that lane Look for the signs posted to warn drivers what hours and days these systems are in effect 72 s MP f NO PASSING ZONE Pavement Markings Pavement markings add to traffic signs und signals They give information to drivers without taking attention from the roadway A solid yellow line on your side of the road or lane means Don t Cross Your Own Signals Drivers signal to others too It s not only more polite it s safer to let other drivers know what you are doing And in some places the law requires driver signals Turn and Lane Change Signals Always signal when you plan to turn or change lanes If necessary you can use hand signals out the window Left arm straight out for a left turn down for slow or about to stop and up for a right turn Slowing Down If time allows tap the brake pedal once or twice in advance of slowing or stopping This warns the
165. n FCC Rules This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Should interference to this system occur try this Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See the instructions on battery replacement Check the distance You may be too far from your vehicle This product has a maximum range Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal See your Pontiac dealer or a qualified technician for service Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment transmitter won t Battery Replacement Under normal use the batteries in your key chain transmitter should last about two years You can tell the batteries are weak if the work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it s probably time to change the batteries To Replace Batteries in the Remote Keyless Entry 1 Remove the screw from back cover 2 Lift the front cover off bottom half first 3 Remove and replace the two batteries 2016 4 Reassemble the transmitter 5 Check the transmitter operation 4g Fea
166. n Tire ci 25224214 25 NE PS 2 coo uiu dca auia MN Center Passenger Position 30 IIE 44 9 Child Restraints 34 Child Restraints How to Install Them o0 Child Restraints Where to Put 34 Climie e e ea 260 Driver Position 18 EX ee eae 43 Lap Shoulder Belt ieee 19 How to Weari couioun terer I8 Passenger 29 Pregnancy Use During 29 Questions amp AMSWers 17 21 22 43 44 Rear Safety Belts Al Reminder Light 18 Replacement 44 Right Front Adult Passenger ag Smaller Children and Babies 33 Tope SES oou eur ax a dcl aa 36 TOf ihr vds dE ad EE 44 TAA or or yon gees 22 Why Your Should Wear Safety Belts oii soleus daw se 15 Safety Defects 302 Scheduled Maintenance Services 27 amp Seat Belts see Safety Belts Seat Controls I0 Adjustment io cry s 10 Adjustable Support Seat 1 Head 13 Manual Front Seat 10 Manual Reclining Seatback 12 Power Gee a ever eres Reclining Seathack 12 Service Engine Soon Light Malfunction Indicator Lamp 104 Service Information 222 Service Parts Identification Label 265 Service Publications 304 Service Pub
167. n Control Service The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Section 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 ITEM NO SERVICE 3 Throttle Body Mounting Bolt Torque Check the torque of the mounting bolts and or nuts 4 Tire and Wheel Rotation and Inspection For proper wear and maximum tire life rotate your tires following the instructions in this manual See the Index under Tires Inspection amp Rotation Check the tires for uneven wear or damage If you see irregular or premature wear check the wheel alignment Check for damaged wheels also t The US Environmental Protection Agency has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limir recall lability prior to the completion of velucle useful life General Motors however urges that all recommended maintenance services be performed ar the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in Section E Maintenance Record SERVICE NO Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection 7 Inspect the belt for cracks fraying wear and proper lension Replace as needed Cooling System Service Drain flush and refill the system with new or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M Keep coolant at the proper mixture as specified See the Ind
168. n addition each passenger door has a control switch for its own window When the driver s window switch is held rearward for more than a half second the window will lower completely The window can be opened in smaller amounts by pressing the switch rearward and releasing it immediately To stop the window while it 1s lowering press the switch again then release To raise the window hold the switch forward m Turn Signal Headlight Beam Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your Headlight High Low Beam Headlight Washers SSE and SSEi only Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control Option Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The High Low Beam feature is discussed under Headlights See the Index under Headlights ud Features amp Controls Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward for Right and two downward for Left positions These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change To signal turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically eee Jul green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn 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 vou complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release
169. nd glass cleaner Convex Outside Mirror Your right side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAUTION Manual Remote Control Mirror The outside rearview mirror should be adjusted so you can just see the side of your vehicle when vou are sitting in a comfortable driving position Adjust the driver side outside mirror with the control lever on the driver s door To adjust your passenger side mirror sit in the driver s seat and have a passenger adjust the mirror for you a7 Features amp Controls Power Remote Control Mirrors Sun Visors Visor Vanity Mirrors OPTION To block out glare you can swing down Standard Mirror control lever on the driver s door the visors You can also remove them Open the cover to expose the vanity controls both outside rearview mirrors from the center mount and swing them mirror z Select the mirror you want to adjust by to the side while the auxiliary sunshade rotating the lever to the left or right remains to block glare from the front Lighted Mirrors Adjust each mirror so that you can just If your vehicle has the optional lighted see the side of your vehicle when you vanity mirrors the lights come when are sitting in a comfortable driving you open the cover These can even be position used for reading You can adjust the When you operate the optional rear brightness of the
170. ne Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip lower When to Add If the oil 15 at or below the ADD line then you ll need to add some oil But you must use the right kind This section explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see the ndex under Capacities amp Specifications NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged 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 es Service amp Appearance Care What Kind of Oil to Use Look for Three Things S SG must be on the oil container either by itself or combined with other quality designations such as PGCE SGCD etc These letters show American Petroleum Institute levels of quality If you use oils that don t have the SG designation you can cause engine damage not covered by your warranty SF SG CC Recommended SAE Viscosity Grade Engine Oils For best fuel economy and cold starting select the lowest SAE viscosity grade oil for the expected temperature range IF NEITHER SAE 5W 30 NOR SAE 10 30 GRADE DILS ARE AVAILABLE SAE 30 GRADE MAY BE USED AT TEMPERAT
171. nformation to the advisor Location of vehicle Telephone number of your location Vehicle model year and color Mileage af vehicle Vehicle identification number Vehicle license plate number 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 800 ROADSIDE or 1 800 762 3743 imd Service Publications Information on how to obtain Product Service Publications and Indexes as described below is applicable only in the fifty U S states and the District of Columbia and only for cars and light trucks with GVWR less than 10000 pounds 4536 kg In Canada information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins and Indexes can be obtained by writing to General Motors of Canada Limited Service Publications Department 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 Pontiac regularly sends its dealers useful service bulletins about Pontiac products Pontiac monitors product performance in the field We then prepare hulletins for servicing our products better Now you can get these bulletins too Bulletins cover various subjects Some pertain to the proper use and care of your vehicle Some describe costly repairs Others describe inexpensive repairs which if done on time with the latest parts may avoid future costly repairs Some bulletins tell technician how to re
172. ngine is cold the coolant warning light and it comes on when If you need more coolant add the level should be between the FULL YOU engine 15 Tunning you low on proper mix at the coolant recovery COLD mark and FULL HOT When coolant Or if you have the optional tank your engine is warm the level should be Driver Information Center and the up to FULL HOT or a little higher warning LOW COOLANT appears CAUTION Inu L 1 i you re low on coolant 240 Radiator Pressure Cap Thermostat Add coolant mix at the recovery tank Engine coolant temperature is controlled but be careful not to spill it lt by a thermostat in the engine coolant Your radiator pressure cap is 15 system The thermostat stops the flow of CAUTION psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and coolant through the radiator until the must tightly installed to prevent coolant reaches a preset temperature N coolant loss and possible engine When you replace your thermostat de from overheating Be sure AC thermostat is recommended the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck When you replace your radiator pressure cap an AC cap is recommended 24a1 Service amp Appearance Care m EC Power idi Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid How to Check Power 5teering Fluid What to Add To Add Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick Refer to the Maintenanc
173. ntensity ine ane rete B4 Lamp Monitor s I2 Reminder 82 Replacement Bulb 273 Washer 77 WU Bis cocer see ace late CR 269 Head Restraints 13 Heater see Comfort Control 5 Heater Engine Block 60 High Beams 212 00 167 Highway Hypnosis 175 Hill and Mountain Roads 176 Hills Parking 177 189 Hood 227 Instrument Panel Warning Lights 99 8l Safety Warning 194 195 204 228 Intensity Control 4 Reading este 85 Warning Overheated Engine 196 Removing amp Replacing 204 205 206 228 240 241 Bulbs 246 247 273 es hips 72 La Tire eRe eee Replacement Bulbs 273 Hot Engine Safety Warnings 196 Jump amp 193 247 273 204 205 206 228 240 241 Turn Signal yiera ea 74 How the Anti Lock Brake K c rsceo ereeoereEE 228 System Works esee 156 eyless Entry Remote 49 Warning Lights 100 Hydropliming 169 E SS eis 46 Loading Your Vehicle Aor xc ovi 248 LUN DI qaaa ea CX a 47 I L Locks Rear Door Security Ee AMA 50 Kdentification Number Vehicle 264 amp 1
174. o be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle Bad 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 vou get new genuine GM replacement parts If you dont your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Every new Pontiac has a Delco Freedom battery You never have to add water to one of these When it s time for new battery we recommend Delco Freedom battery Get one that has the catalog number shown on the original battery s label Jump Starting For jump starting instructions see the Index under Jump Starting Vehicle Storage 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 CAUTION 2
175. ock your doors or unlock your trunk from about 15 feet 4 5 m away using the key chain transmitter supplied with your vehicle Operation The driver s door will unlock when UNLOCK is pressed If pressed again within 25 seconds all doors will unlock All doors will lock when LOCK i5 pressed The trunk will unlock when the opened trunk symbol is pressed but only when the ignition is off Press any button to illuminate the interior lights see the ndex under illuminated Entry System Matching Transmitters to Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring the remaining transmitter with you when you to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle the remaining transmitter must also be matched Once the new transmitter is coded the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle You match a transmitter to as many lifferent vehicles as you own provided they are equipped with exactly the same model system General Motors offers several different models of these systems on their vehicles Each vehicle can have only two transmitters matched to it See your dealer to match transmitters to another vehicle Your Remote Keyless Entry operates on 1 radio frequency suhject to Federal Communications Commissio
176. of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Your Driving and the Road Whatever the condition smooth ice on dry pavement See the Index under packed blowing or loose snow drive Anti Lock Brake System with caution Accelerate gently Try not e Allow greater following distance on any slippery road Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have to break the fragile traction If you good traction accelerate too fast the drive wheels will However if there is snow or ice spin and polish the surface under the Watch Tor slippery spots The rosd _ between your tires and the road you can tires even more If you have the traction mgit Sport have a very slippery situation You ll control system it will improve your pee i ie UM p otherwise have a lot less traction or grip and ability to accelerate when driving on clear road ice patches may appear in will need to be very careful slippery road Even though your vehicle shaded enims where the PIDE What s the worst time for this Wet has a traction control system you ll TEM RUE man 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 ice Very cold snow or ice can be slick Want to sl
177. of water or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people 168 Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous 5o 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 You might not be aware of hydroplaning You could drive along for some time without realizing your tires aren t in constant contact with the road You could find out the hard way when you have to slow turn move out to pass or if you get hit hy a gust of wind You could suddenly find yourself out of control 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 Tt can happen if a lot of water is 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 a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The hest advice is to slow down when it is raining and be careful Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Turn on your headlights not just your parking lights to help make you more visible to others Look for hard to see vehi
178. olant heating problem Low Coolant Warning Light OPTION If this light comes on your system may low on coolant and the engine may overheat Check to see if the level is low and add coolant if necessary See the Index under Engine Coolant The LOW COOLANT warning light will also come on when you turn on the ignition but your engine is not running as a check to show you it 15 working If it doesn t come on then have it fixed right away 1041 Features amp Controls Oil Warning Light lf you have a problem with your oil this light may stay on after you start your engine or come on when you are driving This indicates that oil is not going through your engine quickly enough to keep it cool The engine could be low on oil or could have some other oil problem Have it fixed right away The oil light could also come on in two ether 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 problem with the fuse or bulb Have it fixed right away S If you make a hard stop the light may come on for a moment This is normal Clusters with gages use the CHECK GAGES warning light to alert you of a potential oil pressure problem CAUTION E Damage to your
179. on Fl you will find out how to Customer Satisfaction Procedure ae ee ies M contact Pontiac if you need Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired Een SES E EE assistance This part also tells you Mediation Arbitration Program SEER a T MM T how to obtain service publications Reporting Safety Defects vis pea a err4esqpbiadoaudbdqiexrCa RENE and how to report any safety defacts Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program da erar VIT X a y M Erde EARTH TERT 303 Ceres ica wake y RC RR Ot SC a o PE 2g9g7 7 Customer Assistance Information 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 dealership management Complaints can often 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 dealership or the General Manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of Dealership Management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealer
180. on your vehicle The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Your Pontiac dealer and the 1993 Bonneville Service Manual have information about disassembled the air bag system including repair or First disconnect the driver s air bag like disposal this Turn off the ignition Remove the SIR air bag fuse see the Index under Fuses amp Circuit Breakers Disconnect the yellow connector at the base of the steering column If your vehicle has a driver s air bag i a right front passenger s air bag both bags must be disconnected if the ignition has to be on for electrical work or if the stecring column is to be After you follow this procedure for the driver s air bag then disconnect the right front passenger s air bag like this Lower the passenger side hush panel under the glove box Disconnect the yellow connector at the base of the instrument panel When the work is complete if the air bag system was disconnected be sure to reattach everything and replace the fuse before turning the ignition on When you turn the ignition key on be sure you sec the inflatable restraint light on the instrument panel If you don t see this light flash and then go out s usual have your air bag system repaired Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wea
181. ons Section 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 CAUTION AN in If you are skilled enough to do some work on your vehicle you will probably want to get the service information GM publishes You will find a list of publications and how to get them in this manual See the Inder under Service Publications Section B Owner Checks amp 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 Section C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your Pontiac dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform Section D Recommended Fluids amp 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 yourself or have it done Section 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 section This will help you determine when your next maintenance should be done In addition it is good idea to keep your ma
182. ools outside air and directs it through the instrument panel outlets Non Air Conditioning Settings Vent This setting brings in the outside air and directs it to the upper portion of vour body through the instrument panel outlets yf Heat This setting directs warmed air through the heater ducts The air conditioner compressor doesnt run in the non air conditioning settings This reduces engine load resulting in improved fuel economy If no non air conditioning setting maintains the comfort of the air inside your vehicle or it causes your windows to fog up move the right selector to MAX or A C ta Em Defrost Detrosting The SQ setting Defrost directs most air through the defroster vents and some through the heater ducts Use this for when you have fog or ice on the windshield When it s 50 10 C or warmer outside you ll get cooled air Defogging Windows with Standard Climate Control Move the temperature control to maximum heat To quickly defog the windshield set the right selector to Qu and turn the fan control to HIGH Use if Defog for normal defogging of the windshield 121 Zee Defogging Windows with Standard Climate Control cowr To defog the side windows move the mode control to yaf and the fan control to HIGH Aim the side vents toward the side windows For increased air flow to the side vents close the center vents
183. oor slide the locking lever Passengers especially children From the Outside SERE can easily open the doors and fall Use your door key or Remote Keyless To unlock the door slide the locking out When a door is locked the Entry if vour vehicle has this option If lever forward inside handle won t open it you have the Theft Deterrent System you will also unlock and lock all doors when you unlock or lock either front door with your key Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle This may not be so obvious You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked Wear safety belts properly lock your doors and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle a7 Features amp Controls PH2128 Power Door Locks Remote Keyless Entry OPTION With power door locks you can lock or If your Pontiac has this option you can unlock all the doors of your vehicle from the driver or front passenger door lock switch 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 open your door and set the locks from inside then get out and close the door If your vehicle has the Theft Deterrent System option see Jhefr Deterrent System later in this section lack and unl
184. oose the delay time The closer to LO the shorter the delay 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 TE Features amp Controls CAUTION Windshield Washer At the top of the turn signal high beam lever there s a paddle with the word PUSH on it To spray washer fluid on the windshield push the paddle for less than second The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed For more washer cycles push and hold the paddle some models have a WASHER FLUID warning that indicates if the fluid level in the windshield washer is low See the Index under Low Washer Fluid Warning Light When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Don t mix water with ready ta use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only w 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 Headlight Washers OPTION If you have this option you can wash your headlights in bad weather or
185. ormally high beam indicator symbol C Y 17117517 samething CHECK GAGES message For low oil pressure high coolant temperature low oil level and low fuel A low fuel warning symbol The HUD shows these lights when they are lit on the instrument panel Fe 116 To Adjust the HUD so You Can See it Properly The HUD controls arc located to the left of the steering column 1 Start your engine and slide the DIM dimmer control all the way up The brightness of the HUD image 15 determined by whether the headlight switch 1s on or off and where you have set the HUD dimmer control 2 Adjust the seat if necessary before setting the height control HEAD UP DISPLAY DIM Slide the ADJUST image height control all the way up raising the image as far as possible Then slide the HUD image height control downward so the image is as low as possible but in full view 3 Slide the dimmer control down until the HUD image is no brighter than necessary To turn the HUD off slide the dimmer control all the way down f the sun comes out or it becomes cloudy or if you tum on your headlights vou may need to adjust the HUD s brightness using the HUD dimmer control Polarizing sunglasses could make the HUD image harder to BEL CAUTION AN If the HUD image 15 too bright or too high in your field of view 1t may take vou more time to see thing
186. ot weather While pulling a trailer ADD 1 PT OR To Check the Fluid Level Then Without Shutting Off the 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and Park your vehicle on a level place Engine Follow These Steps read the lower level The fluid level must be in the crosshatched area Place the shift lever in P Park with 1 Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with the parking brake applied a clean rag or paper towel 4 If the fluid level is where it should With your foot on the brake pedal 2 Push it back in all the way wait three push the dipstick back in all the move the shift lever through each gear seconds and then pull it back out way again range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in P Park Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes 237 Service amp ee Care lt Automatic Fluid Engine Coolant How to Add Fluid After adding fluid recheck the fluid The following explains your cooling level as described under How Check system and how to add coolant when it When the correct fluid level is obtained 15 10 If you have problem with push the dipstick back in all the way engine overheating sce the Index under Engine Overheating The proper coolant for your Pontiac will Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use See
187. ots in the cradle behind the front wheels on both sides 3 Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each control arm 199 Problems on the Fload Towing from the Front Vehicle Hook up SSE amp SSEI ONLY Attach separate safety chain around Before hooking up to tow truck be the outboard end of each control arm sure to read all the information on Towing Your Pontiac earlier in this section NOTICE Do not tow with sling type equipment or fascia fog light damage will occur Use wheel lift or car carrier equipment additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment Use safety chains and wheel straps goo To help avoid damaging vehicle during tow over rough surfaces 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 Towing from the Rear Vehicle Hook up ALL 2 Position the lower sling crossbar 3 Attach a sepurate safety chain around Before hooking up to a tow truck be directly under the rear bumper the outboard end of each lower sure to read all the information on control arm Towing Your Pontiac earlier in this section 1 Attach T hook chains on both sides in the slotted holes in the floor pan support rails just ahead of the rear wheels eoT
188. ou or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checks at each fuer fil CHECK OR SERVICE WHAT TO DO Engine Oil Level Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See the Index under Engine Oil for further details Check the engine coolant level in the coolant recovery tank and add the proper coolant mix if necessary See the ndex under Coolant for further details Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See the Index under Windshield Washer Fluid for further details Engine Coolant Level Windshield Washer Fluid Level At Least Once a Month CHECK Tire Inflation Check tire inflation Make sure they are inflated to the pressures specified on the Tire Loading Information label located on the rear edge of the driver s door See the ndex under Tires for further details Mlaintenance Schedule Section B Owner Checks Services Cont At Least Once a Year CHECK Key Lock Cylinders Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Section D Body Lubrication Lubricate all body door hinges Also lubricate all hinges and latches including those for the hood rear compartment glove box door console doors and any folding seat hardware Section D tells you what to use m _ Starter Switch CAUTION 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the
189. our vehicle 153 Your Driving and the Road Braking Braking action involves perception time And of course actual stopping Don t ride the brakes by letting your and reaction time distances vary greatly with the surface left foot rest lightly on the brake pedal First you have to decide to push on the af the road whether it s pavement ar while driving brake pedal That s perception time gravel the condition of the road wet Then you have to bring up your foot and dry icy tire tread and the condition of do it That s reaction time your brakes Average reaction time is about X of a Most drivers treat their brakes with second But that s only an average It care Some however overwork the might be less with one driver and as braking system with poor driving habits long s two or three seconds or more Avoid needless heavy braking Some with another Age physical condition people drive in spurts heavy alertness coordination and eyesight all acceleration followed by heavy play a part So do alcohol drugs and braking rather than keeping pace frustration But even in 4 of a second a with traffic This is a mistake Your vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h brakes may not have time to cool travels 66 feet 20 m That could be a between hard stops Your brakes will lot of distance in an emergency so wear out much faster if you do a lot of keeping enough space between
190. out removing either hand But you have to act fast steer quickly and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object You must then prepared to steer back to your original lane and then brake to controlled stop Depending on your speed this can be rather violent for an unprepared driver This is one of the reasons driving experts recommend that you use your safety belts and keep both hands on the steering wheel The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times 162 he Road OFF You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge af 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 turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge Then turn your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway If the shoulder appears to be about four inches 100 mm or more below the pavement this difference can cause problems If there is not enough room to pull entirely onto the shoulder and stop then follow the same procedures But if the right front tire scrubs against the side of the pavement do not steer more sharply With too mu
191. ow down and adjust your and hard to drive on But wet ice can be driving to the road conditions See the even more trouble because it may offer ndex under Traction Control the least traction of all You can get Your anti lock brakes improve your a patch of ice ahead of you brake wet ice when it s about freezing ability to make hard stop an a slippery before you are on it Try not to brake 32 F 0 C and freezing rain begins to road Even though you have the anti while you re actually on the ice and fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice lock braking system you ll want to avoid sudden steering maneuvers until salt and sand crews can get there begin stopping sooner than you would 180 If You re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you Pur on extra clothing or wrap a could be in a serious situation You blanket around you If you have no should probably stay with your vehicle blankets or extra clothing make body unless you know for sure that you arc insulators from newspapers burlap near help and you can hike through the bags rags floor mats anything you snow Here are some things to do to can wrap around yourself or tuck summon help and keep yourself and under your clothing to keep warm your passengers safe You can run the engine to keep warm Turn on your hazard flashers but be careful Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police thar you ve been stopped by the snow
192. owet Se Lol lel eases 1i Power Steering 160 Power Steering Fluid 242 270 272 Power Windows Saale 73 269 Pregnancy Use of Safety Belts DOE co esterase 29 Publications see Service Publications Park Shifting 68 69 iator Overheating Park Shifting Out of T70 see Overheated Engine Parking Radiator Pressure Cap 206 241 On Hiis c ccce vs 177 189 Radio see Audio Systems Reading 85 Rearview Mirror 86 Rear Window Defogper 121 124 Reclining Seatbacks UTE 12 Remote Keyless Entry 49 Remote Fuel Door Lock 225 Remote Trunk Release 56 Replacement Bulbs 273 Replacement Parts 271 Replacement Windshield Wiper 248 Replacing Brake System Parts 1245 Replacing Safety Belts 44 Replacing Tires 252 Replacing Wheels 255 Reporting Safety Defects 302 Restraints Child 34 Restraints 13 Retained Accessory Power 58 Roads Hill and Mountain 176 Poad SEIE 145 enn 146 SIME coii cia rues sane eee res M7 Symbols ere Ete Rs 148 Traffic Lights caer eres 148 Your Own i49 Roadside Assistance Program 303 Rocking Your Vehicle 182 219 Rotatio
193. p 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 hackfires you could be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner aff If the air cleaner is off backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner in place when you re driving Service amp Air Cleaner To Check or Replace 3800 Engine 2 Unscrew the clamp on the air intake 3 Remove the air filter 1 Unscrew the three wing screws in e hose where the hose attaches to the 4 Be sure to install the air filter and housing cover and pull back throttle body near the top of the replace the cover tightly engine Detach the hose from the throttle body then pull back the rear af the housing cover 5 Reattach the air intake hose and tighten the clamp To Check or Replace 3800 2 Unscrew the clamp on the air intake 3 Remove the air filter Supercharged Engine hose where the hose attaches to the Be sure to install the air filter and 1 Unsnap the three clips in the housing throttle UY hth 18 replace the cover tightly cover and pull back engine Lietac nose Mom ine TES Se ae
194. pair a new or unexpected condition Others describe a quicker way to fix your vehicle They can help a technician service your vehicle hetter Most bulletins apply to conditions affecting a small number of cars or trucks Your Pontiac dealer or qualified technician may have to determine if a specific bulletin applies to your vehicle Individual PSP s If you don t want to buy all the PSP s issued by Pontiac for all models in the model year you can buy individual PSP s such as those which may pertain to a particular model To do this you will first need to see our index of PSP s It provides a variety of information Here s what you ll find in the index and how you can get one What You ll Find in the Index A list of all PSP s published by Pontiac in a model year 1990 or later PSP s covering all models of Pontiac vehicles are listed in the same index Ordering information so you can buy the specific PSP s you may want Price information for the PSP s you may want to buy 305 Customer Assistance Information How You Can Get an Index Indexes are published periodically Most of the PSP s which could potentially apply to the most recent Pontiac models will be listed in the most recent publication for that model year This means you may want to wait until the end of the model year before ordering an index if vou are interested in buying PSP s pertaining to a current model year car or t
195. parking brake or recycle the ignition Were 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 on a Hill See the ndex under Parking on Hills That section shows how to turn your front wheels If You are Towing a Trailer and are Parking on Any Hill See the Index under Towing a Trailer That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving 67 Features amp Controls m Shifting Into P Park Steering Column Shift Lever ECT TITZLT 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your 2 Move the shift lever into the P Park CAUTION right foot and set the parking brake position as follows Pull the lever toward you Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 Move the ignition key to Lock 4 Remove the key and take it with you If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in P Park Console Shift Lever 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into P Park position like this Hold in the button on the lever Push the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle 3 Move the ignition key to Lock 4 Remove the key and take it with you If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in P Park
196. peedometer Mirrors Convex Outside 87 Electrochromic Day Night 86 Inside Manual Day Night 86 Manual Remote Control 97 Power Remote Control 88 ESO VARY aere er rmn 88 Mountain Driving 176 N ew Vehicle Break In Requirements 57 184 Night Driving SUE RIEN s 165 4 Requirements see Fuel Requirements Odometer and Speedometer 98 316 Oil Engine sie caw cee ER 231 Capacity orent 20 Pressure 110 Cube 2 eoe E 232 TCR OSS so vp ren ee 232 Ud OE eene re 233 Warning Lights 102 103 When to Change Lad E 223 Oil Level Warning 103 Operation of Lights 82 Outside Rearview Mirrors 87 Overdrive Automatic 64 Overheated Engine Warnings 402 204 205 206 228 240 241 Overheated Engine Coolant 202 204 205 206 228 240 241 Owner Checks amp Services 287 Over Things That Burn 7 With the Engine Ruming 10 72 Parking Brake 67 PASS Key 52 Passenger Belts see Safety Belts PRSE Lll yuan vv 63 Performance Shifting 66 Polishing and Waxing see Appearance Care Power 142 Power Door Locks 48 Power 8 RB P
197. pply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift to N Neutral Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust CAUTION Engine exhaust can kill It contains the gas carbon monoxide which you can t see or smell It can cause unconsciousness and death CAUTION Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Don t park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs weren t done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system has been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and Have it fixed immediately Ae Features amp Controls Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know CAUTION You can sound the horn by pressing the horn symbols on your steering wheel Idling the engine with the air system control OFF could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehi
198. r 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 write us at ee 9 Pontiac Customer Services Weight of the Trailer Tongue If vour vehicle is not equipped to tow Department The tongue load A of any trailer is a trailer weighing more than 2 000 One Pontiac Plaza an important weight to measure pounds 900 kg the trailer tongue Pontiac Michigan 48340 2952 because it affects the total gross A should weigh 10 of the total In Canada write to weight of your vehicle The gross loaded trailer weight B If your E vehicle weight GVW includes the vehicle is equipped with the optional General Motors of Canada Limited curb weight of the vehicle any cargo 3 000 pound 1 360 kg towing C T Assi D Sa you may carry in it and the people package and you re using a dead Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 who will be riding in the vehicle And Weight hitch the trailer tongue A TEE if you will tow a trailer you must add should weigh 10 of the total loaded the tongue load to the GVW because trailer weight B Or if you have a your vehicle will be carrying that weight distributing hitch the trailer weight too See the Index under tongue A should weigh 12 of the Loading Your Whicle for more total loaded trailer weight B information about yo
199. r Driving and the 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 ruin 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 Road Walking Road spray can often be worse for vision than rain especially if it comes from a dirty road So it is 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 toa 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 a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose contral of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle
200. r Passenger Postlion ee er oreet tetris cee cd Rear Seat Paice uvae EGRE ent see WR eR ADR E REM Chilipi rS COE IA ER ER EAD Ra as 33 Smaller Children and Babies E E LICERET CERE EIU Child rer ETE rm Y ASA tai does iim Fera ere E Y YO MR RR 34 Larger ChHOTEB ES RACE Ble ae Safety Belt Extender SO E E Replacing Safety Belts After a Crash EA PTT E RI Peer rte l Seats amp Safety Belts Seats and Seat Controls Manual Front Seat This section tells vou about the seats B Move the control lever under the front D to adjust d s end adi CAUTION of the sei lock it Slide the seat to how to adjust them and also about of the seat to unlock it Sli E 1e seat t reclining seatbacks and head restraints T i where you want it Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place 10 Power Seat oPTION To adjust the power seat on some models Front Control A Raise the front of the seat by holding the switch up Lower the front of the seat by holding the switch down Center Control B Move the seat forward or back by holding the control to the right or left Mowe the seat higher by holding the control up Lower the seat by holding the control down Rear Control C Raise the r
201. r 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 18 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 the Index under Driver Position When the lap portion of the belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If your vehicle has a center passenger position be sure to use the correct buckle when buckling your lap shoulder belt If you find that the latch plate will not go fully into the buckle see if you are using the buckle for the center passenger position Center Passenger Position If your vehicle has rear and or front bench seats someone can sit in the center positions I h ELI x NL S T When you sit in a 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 shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see the
202. r 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 exhaust fumes into the vehicle See the ndex under Engine Exhaust Exhaust System Inspection Throttle Linkage Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts Inspection Replace parts as needed 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 eic Check parking brake adjustment You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking NOTE A low brake fluid level can indicate worn disc brake pads which may need to be serviced Also if the brake system warning light stays on or comes on something may be wrong with the brake system See the ndex under Brake System Warning Light If your anti lock brake system warning light stays on or comes on something may be wrong with the anti lock brake system See the Index under Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light Brake System Inspection 290 Section D Recommended Fluids amp Lubricants NOTE Flu
203. r each of four AM and four FM stations Up to threc additional stations on each band may be preset by pairing pushhuttons 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET and within five seconds press two adjacent pushbuttons at the same time 3 The station can be tuned in when the same two pushbuttons are pressed at th same time AM FM Stereo with Cassette Player The digital display indicates information on time or radio station frequency the AM or FM radio band whether the station is in stereo and other radio functions Upper Knob PWR VOL This knob does four things Rotate it to turn the system on and off PWR Rotate it to control the volume Press it to recall the station frequency when the radio is When a tape is playing press it to hear the other side of the tape BAL Balance The control ring behind the upper knob adjusts the left right speaker balance Lower Knob TUNE This knob does two things Rotate it to tune in radio stations Press it to change between the AM or FM band FADE The control ring behind the lower knob adjusts the front rear speaker balance Y SEEK Press to seek and stop on the next station higher or lower on the radio band TREB Treble Slide this lever up to increase treble or down to decrease it If station 15 weak or noisy reduce the treble BASS Slide this lever up to increase bass or down to decrease it To Preset
204. racting 5 Make the antenna go up and down by turning the radio or ignition on and off 5 Then repeat if necessary NOTICE Before entering an automatic car wash turn off your radio to make the power antenna go down This will prevent the mast from possibly getting damaged If the antenna does not go down when you turn the radio off it may be damaged or need to be cleaned In either case lower the antenna by hand by carefully pressing the antenna down If the mast portion of your antenna 15 damaged you can easily replace it See your dealer for a replacement kit and fallow the instructions in the kit 143 Notes ee H M Ias 444 you ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions We ve also included many other useful tips on driving Part 4 Your Driving and the Road Road Signs Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control af a Vehicle Braking Anti Lock Brakes Steering Tips Steering in Emergencies Passing Driving at Night Driving in the Rain Driving in Fog Mist and Haze nd City Driving Freeway Driving Driving a Long Distance Hill and Mountain Roads Parking on Hills inter Driving Towing a Trailer d 150 TM 2184 153 160
205. rive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If 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 warlling stops 2Poa Problems on the PIOS Engine Overheating CONT Cooling System When you decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see A Coolant recovery tank B Radiator pressure cap C Electric engine fan CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan 204 If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank 15 boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark 1f it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system 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 you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty If there seems to be no leak check to see if the electric en
206. rning Lights Gages and Indicators eene 99 Gages tbe we Peewee eee Er 1 _ Driver Information Center ice JO FUSCE ETT XXE L l Electronic Compass TORR Re ee AA E iy Mi Sun ene hon Features amp Controls T The ignition keys are for the ignition only The door keys are for the doors and all other locks When a new Pontiac is delivered the dealer removes the plugs from the keys and gives them to the first owner However the ignition key may not have a plug Each plug has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep the plugs in a sale place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using these plugs If your ignition keys don t have plugs go to your Pontiac dealer for the correct key code if you need a new ignition key There are 15 alternative PASS Key hlanks to help discourage theft Your dealer can help determine which hlank you need 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 So be sure you have extra kevs Door Locks FER m RENT TTA riidi28 CAUTION AX Unlocked daors can be There are several ways to lock and From the Inside dangerous unlock your vehicle To lack the d
207. ruck Some PSP s pertaining to a particular model year vehicle may be published in later years and these would be listed in the later year s index When you order an index for a model vear that is not over yet we ll send you the most recently published issue Check the order form for indexes for earlier model years Cut out the order form fill it out and mail it in We will then see to it that index is mailed to you There is no charge for indexes for the 1990 1993 model years Toll Free Telephone Number If you want an additional arder form for an index just call toll free and we ll be happy to send you one Automated recording equipment will take your name and mailing address The number to call is 1 800 551 4123 A Very Important Reminder These PSP s are meant for technicians They are not meant for the do it yourselfer Technicians have the equipment tools safety instructions and know how to do a job quickly and safely Pontiac Service Publications You can get these by using the following order form Pontiac Division service manuals are intended for use by professional qualified technicians Attempting repairs or service without the appropriate training tools and equipment could cause injury to you or others and damage to your vehicle that may cause it not to operate properly 1993 PONTIAC SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The i z covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle
208. s AMAX reduces noise m without reducing the high frequencies you need for the best sound You don t have to do anything to your Delca GM adio because AMAX is automatic 131 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems AM FM Stereo with Cassette Player and Graphic Equalizer CONT FADE The control ring behind the lower knob adjusts the front rear speaker balance The digital display shows the degree of fade selected SEEK Press to seek and stop on the next station higher or lower on the radio band RCL Press to alternate the display between the time and station frequency wm TE frequencies of sound to your individual EQUALIZER Boost the bass emphasize voice in a song brighten the treble your equalizer gives you freedom to adjust five separate To Preset Radio Stations The five pushbuttons under the digital display can be used to preset up to 15 radio stations five AM five FMI and five FM2 The buttons have other uses taste Move a lever up to emphasize a when you are playing a tape see Tape frequency move it down to de emphasize Player It s best to begin with the levers in the Fine the digital disnilav tot middle position then adjust each lever t nae you like 2 Press SET The SET indicator will appear on the digital screen for five seconds press one of the five pushbuttons five and five 2 stations eee 3 While the SET in
209. s condition continues move the vehicle to a new arca and recalibrate If CALIBRATE continues to flash after about seven circles your compass is not calibrated You could be too close to a power line or large metal ohject or something magnetic in your vehicle like a CB antenna could keep the compass from calibrating If you are uncertain about where you are in the calibration sequence or want t start over simply push and release the MODE or SET button or turn the ignition off and restart the engine Setting the Zone Setting the zone corrects for differences between magnetic and true north You can set the zone in two ways By selecting the zone you are located in or by pointing your vehicle north and telling the compass the direction of north Perform only one of the two methods or B each time you change zones The last zone selection is remembered 3 4 Press or hold SET until the display By Geographic Location B By Pointing Vehicle North You can change vour zone any time you 1 With the engine running press and 1 Point your vehicle to true north move to another zone without amp hold MODE for more than three 2 Press and hold MODE until ZONE calibrating to magnetic north However seconds After three seconds appears on the display ed hie Be al nae repent CALIBRATE and the headine e ERICH the entire sequence by starring with step 1 display will go blank ZONE
210. s please provide desir or company and aiso he of the person to whose attention the shipment should ba sent For purchases putsida LI S A plaase write to The above address for jCUSTDMER mere reme Humber amp Rs Check l your bi billing ase cu Ede DAYTIME TELEPHONE CODE Pricas inch thori notice and without MOTE Sats payable LIE Tunds cee mT TTE cinia er pr inc E ser sana postage and handling Fisquasta for manuals printed an French should anoropriabe bulletin numbars Those numbers may ba Sound in tha PSP Indar Your Bedii n Canadian General Motors daah lirst Penduct Service Publication costs 4 00 anch addtional PSP costs 2 00 Pisses Vire tor service 309 Inclex Ass Warning Light 106 Antifreeze 205 206 239 240 270 272 BE Lr A M 245 Accessory Outlet 93 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 153 Jump Starting Ves 193 Adding Warning Light 106 Battery Warning Light I4 cse 243 Appearance Care ees MT er dee eere I8 Electrical Equipment 93 126 265 Armrest Storage TP 90 Block Heater 00 Engine 238 Ashtrays amp
211. s the button with the arrow pointing in the opposite direction that the tape is playing To stop reverse press the STOP EJECT button STOP EJECT To stop playing a tape fully press this button the cassette will be partially ejected and the radio will begin playing BU 250 I ABK 10K a iosas Lm F 0 PREV i Lower Knob TUNE This knob does PH3043 two things Rotate it slightly to the left or right to AM FM Stereo with Cassette tune in radio stations If you hold it t Player and Graphic Equalizer Upper Knob VOL This knob does the left or right it will tune rapidly gt ES vo dines You can also rotate it one stop at a The digital display indicates information WO ings time to fine tune a specific frequency on time or radio station frequency the Ne 3 is in stereo and other radio functions or bands BLOWS yc Rotate it slightly to the left or right to control the volume i Press it to mute the radio or tape to preset five stations FM2 allows you PWR Power Turns the unit on and player Press again to listen to preset another five stations off when the ignition 15 BAL Balance The control ring Your radio has AM AX certified behind the upper knob adjusts the receiver It can produce quality AM lcft right speaker balance The digital stereo sound and receive C Quam display shows the balance selected stereo broadcast
212. s you need to see when its dark outside Be sure to keep the HUD image dim and placed low in your field of view Pushing the ENG MET English Metric button will switch the HUD speedometer indicator from English conventional to metric units or back again 117 Features amp Controls d 7 ne dP Care of the Head Up Display Clean the inside of the windshield as If You Can t See the HUD Image If the HUD Image is Not Clear needed to remove any dirt or film that When the Ignition is On It could be too bright Slide the HUD dires the sharpness or clarity of the 15 anything covering the HUD dimmer control further downward image Ti 4 rm 15 the HUD dimmer control far You may need to clean the windshield enough up and HUD lens Spray household glass et m a soft e Ts the HUD image adjusted to the Your windshield is part of the HUD clean cloth Wipe the HUD leas genthy proper height system If you ever have to have a new then dry it Do not spray cleaner directly on the lens because the cleaner could leak inside the unit if you do Still no HUD image Check the fuse windshield be sure to get one designed in the fuse panel See the Index under for HUD If you don t the HUD image Fuses amp Circuit Breakers may look blurred and out of focus 118 Pant Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems iS 1 this part you ll find out how
213. se control switch from ON to R A which stands for Resume Accelerate for about half second You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there CAUTION To Increase Speed While Using Cruise Control Here s the second way to go to a higher There are two ways to go to a higher speed le speed Here s the first Move the cruise switch from ON to 1 Use the accelerator pedal to get to the Hold it there until you get up to higher speed the speed you want and then release 2 Push the button at the end of the the switch lever then release the button and the To increase your speed in very small accelerator pedal You ll now cruise amounts move the switch to for at the higher speed less than half a second and then release it Each time you do this your vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster The accelerate feature will only work after you turn on the cruise control by pushing the SET button Ww Features amp Controls To Reduce Speed While Using Passing Another Vehicle While Cruise Control Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your Use the accelerator pedal to increase speed while using cruise control your speed When you take your foot off e Push in the button at the end of the the pedal your vehicle will slow down lever until you reach the lower speed 10 the cruise control speed you set you want then release it earlier To slow down in very sma
214. sette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a disc is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling dises Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge 141 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems Fixed Mast Antenna Power Antenna Mast Care The fixed mast antenna can withstand Your power antenna will look its best most car washes without being and work well if it s cleaned from time Don t lubricate the power antenna damaged If the mast should ever to time Lubrication could damage it become slightly bent you straighten To Clean the Antenna Mast it out by hand If the mast 15 badly bent 1 tur oni unn spi din io as it might be by vandals you should vin ifi i F a to fali ues gt replace it aise the antenna to full mas extension Check every once in a while to be sure 3 t a T kr 1 WI T the mast is still tightened to the fender 2 Dampen a clean cloth with mineral spirits or equivalent solvent Wipe the cloth over the mast sections removing any dirt 4 Wipe dry with a clean cloth before ret
215. ship without further help contact the Pontiac Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 PM CARES In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Assistance Centre in Oshawa calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French In Mexico call 525 254 3777 In Puerto Rico or U S Virgin Islands call 1 809 763 1315 In all other overseas locations contact GM International Export Sales in Canada by calling 1 416 644 4112 For prompt assistance please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Your name address telephone number Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate attached to the left top of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield Dealership 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 vou wish to write Pontiac write to United States Pontiac Division Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac MI 48340 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Centre 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 A listing of all Pontiac Zone Offices and offices outside the L S which can assist you can also be found in the warranty booklet When contacting Pontiac please remember that
216. shows INFLATABLE RESTRAINT The system checks itself and the light tells you if there 15 a problem You will see this light flash for a few seconds when you turn your ignition to Run or Start Then the light should go out which means the system is ready set EAM If your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag it is located in the instrument panel on the passenger s side Q When is an air bag expected to inflate A The air hag is designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes The air bag will only inflate if the velocity of the impact is above the designed threshold level When impacting straight into a wall that docs not move or deform the threshold level for most GM vehicles is between 9 and 14 mph 14 and 23 km h However this velocity threshold depends on the vehicle design and may be several miles per hour faster or slower In addition this threshold velocity will be considerably higher if the vehicle strikes an object such as a parked car which will move and deform on impact The air bag is also not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts where the inflation would provide no occupant protection benefit In any particular crash the determination of whether the air bag should have inflated cannot he based solely on the level of damage on the vehicle s Inflation 1s determined by the angle of the impact and the vehicle s deceleration of which v
217. skid too much speed or steering ina curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force And in the acceleration skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin A cornering skid and an acceleration skid are best handled by easing vour foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide as when you turn a corner on wet snow or ice covered road case your foot off the accelerator pedal as soon as you feel the vehicle start ta slide Quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle will straighten out As it does straighten the front wheels Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road safety you ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited Driving at Night While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any anti lock
218. so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem If the light stays on or comes on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the key off Then start the engine to reset the system If the light still stays on or if it comes on again while you re driving your Pontiac needs service Unless the regular brake system warning light is also on vou will still have brakes but not anti lock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on see the Index under Brake System W rning Light The anti lock brake system warning light may also come on when you are driving with a compact spare tire If this happens the light means you won t have anti lock until you replace the compact spare with a full size tire If the warning light stays on after you replace the compact spare with a full size tire or comes on again while you are driving your Pontiac needs service 114 2007 A Traction Control System Warning Light The TRACTION OFF warning light means that the system is not working This warning light may come on for the following reasons If your transaxle overheats the traction contro system automatically shuts off until the transaxle cools The warning light will come on and stay on during that time If your brakes overheat the traction control system will go off and the warning light will come on until your brakes cool down The warning light will come on
219. some situations not usually found on could crash and be injured take a get some exercise or both reeways Examples stop signs What can you do about highway For safety treat drowsiness on the signals shopping centers with direct hypnosis First be aware that it can highway as an emergency iccess to the highway no passing zones happen ind school zones vehicles turning left As in any driving situation keep pace ind right off the road pedestrians Then here are some tips with traffic and allow adequate yclists parked vehicles and even Make sure your vehicle is well following distances inimals ventilated with a comfortably cool interior 175 EN Know how to go uphill Shift down to D Drive This will help cool your engine and transaxle and you can climb the hill better e 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 That way you won t be surprised by a vehicle coming toward you in the same lane i takes longer to pass another vehicle when you re going uphill You ll want to leave extra room to pass If a vehicle is passing you and doesn t have CAUTION If you don t shift down your brakes could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Shift down to let your
220. st crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could be badly hurt or killed After 25 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot pU Ra a ER TIERE a praem E Why Safety Belts Work 2 When the bike hits the block it 3 Take the simplest car Suppose When you ride in or on anything you stops But the child keeps going it s just a seat on wheels go as fast as it goes 1 For example if the bike is going 1 mph 16 km h so is the child 18 Seats amp Safety Belts Why Safety B Belts Work CONT 5 Get it up to speed Then stop the 6 The person keeps going until 4 Fut someone on it car The rider doesn t stop stopped by something In real vehicle it could he the windshield 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 E why safety belts make such good sense 7T or the instrument panel B or the safety belts 16 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts Q Why don t they just put in air and the Answers bags so people won t have to wear Q Won t I be trapped in the vehicle safety belts after an accident if I m wearing Air bags or Supplemental safety belt Inflatable Restraint systems
221. stain then clean with cool water and allow to dry If a stain remains clean it with solvent type cleaner Service amp Appearance Care Cleaning Vinyl or Leather Cleaning the Top of the Care of Safety Belts Just use warm water and a clean cloth Instrument Panel Keep belts clean and dry Rub with a clean damp cloth to Use only mild soap and water to clean remove dirt You may have to do it the top surfaces of the instrument panel CAUTION more than once Sprays containing silicones or waxes Things like tar asphalt and shoe cause annoying reflections in the vel Ic polish will stain if you don t get them windshield and even make it difficult to off quickly Use a clean cloth and see through the windshield under certain solvent type vinyl leather cleaner conditions 260 Glass Cleaning the Outside of the Cleaning the Outside of Your Glass should be cleaned often GM Windshield and Wiper Blades Pontiac Glass Cleaner GM Part No 1050427 If the windshield is not clear after using paint finish on your vehicle or a liquid household glass cleaner will windshield washer or if the wiper provides beauty depth of color gloss remove normal tobacco smoke and dust blade chatters when running wax or retention and durability films other material may be on the blade or Washing Your Vehicle Don t use abrasive cleaners on glass windshield The best way to preserve your vehicle s because
222. stems For about three minutes the starter won t work and fuel won t go to the engine If someone tries to start your vehicle again or uses another key during this time the vehicle will not start This discourages someone from randomly trying different keys with different resistor pellets in an attempt to make match The ignition key must be clean and dry before it s inserted in the ignition or the engine may not start If the engine does not start and the SECURITY light is on the key may he dirty or wet Turn the ignition off Clean and dry the key Wait about three minutes and try again The security light may remain on during this time If the starter still won t work and the key appears to be clean and dry wait about three minutes and try the other ignition key At this time you may also want to check the fuse see the Fider under Fuses amp Circuit Breakers 1f the starter won t work with the other key vour vehicle needs service If your vehicle does start the first ignition key may be faulty See your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS Key II If you accidentally use a key that has damaped or missing resistor pellet the starter won t work and the SECURITY light will flash But you don t have to wait three minutes before trying one of the other ignition keys See your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS Key to have a new key If you re ever driving and the
223. system supplies outside air into the the outside temperature sensor may downward The center position will vehicle when it 15 moving Outside air cause the system to hlow air that is too direct air both up and down will also enter the vehicle when the cool This should stop once the vehicle heater or the air conditioning fan is recommended See the Mier under is moving again Extended idling is not Engine Exhaust 185 GOLES Controls amp Audio Systems m Audio Systems The following pages describe the audio systems available for your Pontiac and how to get the best performance from them Please read about the system in Ne your vehicle Flow Through Ventilation ism CAUTION CONT ducts toward the floor not the X Hearing damag Ventilation Tips windshield It reduces the chance of Keep the hood and front air inlet free fogging the inside of your windows If of ice snow or any other obstruction you have the Electronic Climate such as leaves The heater and Control the AUTO setting does this defroster will work far better reducing 107 you the chance of fogging the inside of Keep the air path under the front seats your windows clear of objects This helps air to When you enter a vehicle with circulate throughout your vehicle Standard Climate Control in cold weather select a heater function that hlows air through the floor ducts Then turn the blower fan to HI for a f
224. t something between you and moving vehicles space trees telephone poles a private driveway anything that removes you from other traffic If visibility is near zero and you must stop but are unsure whether you are away from the road turn your lights on start your hazard warning flashers and sound vour horn at intervals or when you hear approaching traffic Pass other vehicles in fog only if you can see ar enough ahead to pass safely Even then be prepared to delay your pass if you suspect the fog is worse up ahead If other vehicles try to pass you make it easy for them Try to use the freeways that rim and Eum R n b LL i ity Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them You ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals are ways to increase your safety in city driving Know the best way 10 get to where you are going Try not to drive around trying to pick out a familiar street or landmark Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip I 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 not cleared the intersection or may b
225. t Disc Controls Many of the controls for the radio also have functions for the compact disc player as explained here To Play a Compact Disc Don t use mini dises that are called singles They won t eject Use only full size compact discs 1 Press PWR to turn the radio on 2 Insert a disc part way into the slot with the label side up The player will pull it in In few seconds the disc should play If the disc comes back out and or Err appears on the display The disc may be upside down The disc may be dirty scratched or There may be too much moisture in the air wait about one hour and try again s The player may be too hot or the road may be too rough for the disc to play As soon as things get back to normal the disc should play 135 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems Compact Disc Controls While a disc is playing the CD indi calor is displayed on the digital screen as 15 the clock RCL Recall Press once to see which track 1s playing Press again while the track number is displayed to see how long your selection has been playing The track number also will be displayed when the volume is changed or a new track starts to play button makes soft and loud passages more equal in volume Press again to resume normal play RDM Random Press to play tracks in random order 136 REV Reverse Press and hold to rapidly b
226. t is on could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all 103 Features amp Controls Battery Warning Light Malfunction Indicator Lamp your accessories such as the radio Service Engine Soon Light climate control system A computer monitors operation of your If you keep driving your vehicle Some clusters with gages do not have fuel ignition and emission controls with this light on after awhile the battery warning light They have a systems This light should come on emission controls won t work as CHECK GAGES warning to indicate a when the ignition is on but the engine is well your fuel economy won t he problem Vehicles with the supercharged not running as a check to show you it is as good and your engtne may not engine also have a similar battery working If it does not come on at all run as smoothly This could lead to warning light have it fixed right away If it stays on or costly repairs not covered by your it comes on while you are driving the warranty computer is indicating that you have a problem You should take your vehicle in for service soon 104 OPTION This light will come on when your windshield washers are working and the fluid container is less than one third full CAUTION Low Washer Fluid Warning Light Brake System Warning Light Your Pontiac s hydraulic brake syst
227. t using it 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 Don t drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first 500 miles 804 km Don t make full throttle starts Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles 322 Km or 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 Ignition Switch With the ignition key in the ignition switch you can turn the switch to five positions Accessory An on position in which you can operate your electrical power accessories Press in the ignition switch as you turn the top of it toward you Lack The only position in which you can remove the key This locks your steering wheel ignition and transaxle Off Unlocks the steering wheel ignition and transaxle but does not send electrical power to any accessories Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed but never try to push start your vehicle A warning chime will sound if you open the driver s door when the ignition is off and the key is in the ignition Run 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 en
228. ted to the upper best if you keep vour windows closed On very hot days open the windows portion of vour body through the while using them long enough to let hot inside air escape instrument panel outlets but warmed air This reduces the time your air is directed through the heater ducts and e Selects the force of air you want conditioner s compressor will have to defroster vents Ar times this The fan is always running unless the run which should help fuel economy temperature difference may he more I MAX Provides maximum cooling or apparent than others Temperature Control The center quick cool down on very hot days This The air conditioner compressor operates control regulates the temperature of the setting recirculates much of the air in all air conditioner positions and in air coming through the system inside your vehicle and it should not be T used for long periods because the air oon vJ Defui Mode Control The right control has SPI E PANGS uec the outside temperature is abowe 50 C When the air conditioner is on you may sometimes natice slight changes in your vehicle s engine speed and power This is normal because the system 15 designed to cycle the compressor on and off to keep the desired cooling and help fuel economy settings for air conditioning and non air MEY become too cold and dry conditioning modes A C Use for normal cooling on hot days This setting c
229. than the gage indicated For you about how much fuel you have left example the gage may have indicated when the ignition is on When the gage the tank was half full but it actually reads in the yellow band a warning took a little more or less than half the chime will sound and the CHECK tank s capacity to fill the tank have it acorner or speed up Here are five things that some owners The gage doesn t go back to E Empty ask about None of these show when you turn off the ignition problem with your fuel gage If you have the large span 220 gage At the gas station the gas pump shuts the needle moves more for a given off before the gage reads F Full amount of fuel This does not indicate excessive fuel consumption and is normal For your fuel tank capacity see Service Station Information on the last page of this manual Engine Coolant Temperature Gage OPTION A coolant temperature gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the red warning area your engine is too hot The CHECK GAGES light will go on and a warning chime will sound if you have this option It means that your engine coolant has overheated If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY In Problems on the Road this manual shows what to do See the
230. than your road tires you will have a tire warranty folder from each of these manufacturers CAUTION Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading your tires can cause overheating as result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See the Index under Loading Your Vehicle Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when the tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn old tires can cause accidents If your tread is badly worn or if your tires damaged replace them 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 your tires don t have enough air underinflation you get Too much flexing Too much heat Tire overloading Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy If your tires have too much air ov
231. the Index under Fluids amp Lubricants If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up into the cross hatched area on the Give freezing protection down to dipstick It doesn t take much fluid PF 377 C generally less than a pint 0 5 L Don t Give boiling protection up to 262 F overfill We recommend that you use 128 C only fluid labeled DEXRON IIE because fluids with that label are made especially for your automatic transaxle Damage caused by fluid other than Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the proper engine temperature DEX RON IIE i is not covered by your Let the warning lights work as they new vehicle warranty should What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean water preferably distilled and one half antifreeze that meets GM Specification 1825 which won t damage luminum parts You can also use recycled coolant conforming to GM specification 1825 M with a complete nolant flush and refill If you use this nixture you don t need to add anything Ise _ CAUTION N NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mix your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered hy your warranty Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts eag To Check Coolant If you have the optional low coolant To Add Coolant When your e
232. the nght front seat However before securing forward facing child restraint ALWAYS move the front passenger seal as far back as it will go Or secure the child restraint in the Pear Scal CAUTION IN A child in child restraint in the front center seat can be badly injured by the passenger air hag if ir inflates NEVER use a child restraint in the front center seat t s always better to secure a child restraint in the rear seat You may however secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat only with the seat moved all the way back Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly CAUTION IN An unsecured child restraint can move around in 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 Seats DEN EET Top Strap If your child restraint has a top strap it should be anchored If vou need to have an anchor installed you can ask your Pontiac dealer to put it in for you If you want to install an anchor yourself your dealer can tell you how to do it Vehicles first sold in Canada have child restraint anchor bracket hardware in the glove box along with instructions for installing it This should be used only with a child restraint and only to secure a child restraint at the center rear seating position Additional anchor br
233. the tape The tape will stop at the first four second quiet spot in the tape or if you press NEXT or PROG again ST PL Stop Play Press to switch from the tape to the radio Press again to resume playing the tape EJECT Press to eject the cassette tape the radio will then play 133 m Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems p z Your radio has an AMA X certified 250 KK 35K IDK receiver It can produce quality sterco sound and receive C Quam stereo broadcasts AMA X reduces noise without reducing the high frequencies you need for the best sound You don t COMP ROM FWD NENT have to do anything to your Delco GM Ca SS radio because AMAX is automatic FADE The control ring behind the lower knob adjusts the front rear speaker balance The digital display PHA AM FM Stereo with Compact BAL Balance The control ring shows the degree of fade selected Disc Player behind the upper knob adjusts the ISEEK Press to seek and stop on The digital display indicates information left right speaker balance The digital the next station higher or lower on the on time or radio station frequency the display shows the balance selected radio band AM or FM radio band whether the station Lower Knob TUNE This knob does RCL Press to alternate the display 15 in stereo and other radio functions two things between the time and station frequency PWR Power Turns the unit on and Rot
234. the wheels damaging your transaxle see the dider To restart when you re already moving ET under Jf Yau re Suck In Sand use N Neutral only Also use when Shifting to R Reverse while your Ice or Snow your vehicle 15 being towed vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle Shift to R only after your vehicle 1s stopped B35 4 Features amp Controls AN Oe2 1 Tu Hz Neutral CONT Forward Gears CAUTION Shifting out of P Park or N Neutral while your engine 15 racing running at high speed is NOTICE 9 D Automatic Overdrive This Damage to your transaxle caused position is for normal driving If you by shifting out of P Park or need more power for passing and N Neutral with the engine racing you re isn t covered by your warranty e Going less than about 35 mph 56 km h dangerous Unless your foot 15 firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Don t shift out of P Park or N Neutral while your engine is racing push your accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 56 km h or more push the accelerator all the way down You ll shift down o tha next gear and have more power ANOLE I NOTICE If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly or if it seems not to shift gears as you go faster something may be wrong with a
235. there are longer turns behind the wheel You ll enjoy your trip more if you and your vehicle are in good shape Here are some tips lor successful long trip 474 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 4don t plan to make too 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 dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip e Windshield Washer Fluid 15 the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades Are they in good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have you checked all levels Lights Are they all working Are the lenses clean o Tires They are vitally important to a safe trouble free trip 15 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 time to avoid a major storm system Maps Do you have up to date maps In the Road Highway Hypnos
236. they may cause scratches Avoid Clean the outside of the windshield with finish is to keep it clean by washing it placing decals on the inside rear GM Windshield Cleaner Bon Ami often with lukewarm or cold water window since they may have to be Powder GM Part No 1050011 The VERE icle in the di scraped off later windshield is clean if beads do not form Don hs j Uso cesis yan UN If abrasive cleaners are used on the when you rinse it with water scirem Dee hand inside of the rear window an electric Clean the blade by wiping vigorously dish or car washing non detergent defogger element may be damaged Any with a cloth soaked in full strength soaps Don t use cleaning agents that temporary license should not be windshield washer solvent Then rinse contain acid or abrasives All cleaning attached across the defogger grid the blade with water agents should be flushed promptly and Wiper blades should be checked not allowed to dry on the surface or regular basis and replaced when worn 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 261 8 Service amp Appearance Care Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Pontiac may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products fro
237. tions If you don t you or others could be hurt Vehicle Damage Warnings You will also find red circle with a Also in this book you will find these slash through it in this book This safety blue notices symbol means NOTICE Don t These mean there is something that Don t do this could damage your vehicle Don t let this happen In the blue 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 you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words In this manual we ve used the familiar words and colors that Pontiac has used for years You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same colors and the words CAUTION or NOTICE Flow to Use this Manual Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you will find on your vehicle For example these symbols are used on an original battery Caution Possible Injury Protect Eyes by Shielding eJ Caustic Battery Acid JH Could Cause Burns Avoid Spark or Flames Sparks or Flame Could Ali Explode Battery These symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven Door Lock Unlock Fasten Safety Belts Turn Signal Direction These symbols have to do with your
238. to Standard Climate ea oy er soma a CL operate the comfort control systems Electronic Climate Control 1 2 and audio systems offered with your Setting the Clock 1 Pontiac Be sure to read about the AMIFM Stereo Radio oriri RE aie anion ae El o 128 particular system supplied with your AM FM Stereo with Cassette Player TL PPP P vehicle AM EM Stereo with Cassette Player and Graphic Equalizer AM FM Stereo with Compact Dise Player 134 Steering Wheel Controls for Audio System 39 Gain Control e I EROR ERUIT Understanding Radio Reception MOL TA PESE T E ARANE EE E Uo Care of Your Cassette Tape Player o austro tam of Your Compact DISCI Lecco eri ree ker er prece uer rx bil Fixed Mast AME eem ra 2 Antenna Gae E rS AR THERE eMe Ee Wo f Comfort Controls amp Aucio Systems yd Bi Level Use on cool but mode control is moved to OFF 5 EST sunny days This setting brings in the m Standard Climate Control Air Conditioning Settings outside air but directs it in Sun Ways The air conditioner and heater work There are three air conditioning settings The cool air is direc
239. to these and take appropriate action Winter driving can present special problems See the Index under Winrer Driving zj c ARI Parking on Hills Hills and mountains mean spectacular scenery But please be careful where you stop if you decide to look at the view or take pictures Look for pull offs or parking areas provided for scenic viewing Another part of this manual tells how to use your parking brake see the Index under Parking Brake But on a mountain or steep hill you can do one more thing You can turn your front wheels to keep your vehicle from rolling downhill or out into traffic Here s how Parking Downhill Turn your wheels to the right You don t have to jam your tires against the curb if there is a curb A gentle contact is all you need aAZZ Your Driving and the Road Parking on Hills Parking Uphill If you re going uphill on a one way If there is no curb when you re parking If there is a curb turn your wheels to street and you re parking on the left uphill turn the wheels to the right the left if the curb is at the right side of Side your wheels should point to the If there is no curb when you re parking your vehicle right uphill on the left side of a one way street your wheels should be turned to the left a_a M M o Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving Torque Loc
240. tow a trailer With some models you shouldn t ever tow trailer See the Index under Towing a Trailer If any one or more of these is true for your driving follow Schedule I Miaintenance Schedule Section A Scheduled Maintenance Services cont Schedule Follow Schedule I if your vehicle is MAINLY driven under as more TO BE SERVICED WHEN TO PERFORM of the following conditions See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Miles thilomerers or Months When most trips are less than 4 miles Services following Schedules I and whichever occurs first 6 kilometers When most trips are less than 10 miles 16 kilometers and outside temperatures remain below freezing When most trips include extended idling and or frequent low speed operation as in stop and go traffic When towing a trailer With some models you shouldn t ever tow a trailer See the Index under Towing Trailer When operating in dusty arcas Every other oil change Thy sed At 6 000 Miles 10 000 krn and every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km or as necessary ea Coding System Service Every 30 000 Miles 540 000 kmj or 24 Months Schedule I should also be followed if the vehicle is used for delivery service DCO police taxi or other commercial applications Air Cleaner Filter Replacement rry 30090 Mies 50 000 Every 30000 Miles 50 UO 01 ar 34 Months EJ Supercharger Oil
241. transaxle system sensor If you drive very far that way your vehicle can be damaged 5o if this happens have your vehicle serviced right away Until then you can use 2 Second Gear when you are driving less than 35 mph 56 km h and D Overdrive for higher speeds D Third Gear This is like D but you never go into Overdrive Here are some times you might choose D instead of I When driving on hilly winding roads When towing trailer so there is less shifting between gears When going down a steep hill 2 Second Gear This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy You can use 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 2 Second Gear for more than 5 miles 8 km or at speeds over 55 mph 88 km h or you can damage your transaxle Use D or D as much as possible Don t shift inta 2 unless you are going slower than 65 mph 105 km h or you can damage your engine Features amp Controls Forward Gears CONT First Gear This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the selector lever is put in L the transaxle womi shift into first gear until the vehicle 15 going slowly enough NOTICE If your front wheels can t rotate don t try to dr
242. ts etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes 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 dealer or an underbody vehicle washing whichever comes first system can do this for you Vehicle Identification Nu VIN 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 LLiAa Lini sisi Alam CHE Engine Identification Service Parts identification Label Add On Electrical Equipment The eighth character in your VIN isthe You ll find this label on your spare tire engine code for your GM engine This cover It s very helpful if you ever need NOTICE code will help you identify vour engine to order parts On this label is Don t add anything electrical to specifications and replacement parts in e Your VIN your Pontiac unless you check with this section your dealer first Some electrical e ts Hae designation equipment can damage your e Paint information vehicle and the damage wouldn t A list of all production options and be covered by your warranty Some specia
243. tures amp Controls Rear Door Security Locks Your Pontiac is equipped with rear The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be 2 Then open the door from the outside security locks that help prevent opened from inside when this feature is passengers from opening the rear doors in use If you want to open a rear door of your vehicle from the inside To use when the security lock is on 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 one of these locks 1 Unlock the door from the inside rear door from the inside You should 1 Move the lever on the door all the let adults and older children know how way up to the ENGAGED position these security locks work and how to 5 Close the door cance the locks 3 Do the same thing to the other rear door lock To cancel the rear door lock 2 Move the lever all the way down Vehicle theft is big business especially 1 Unlock the door from the inside and 3 Do the same for the other rear door pues tiet rur s abii shale fi the outside locke ui E open the door from the outside The rear door locks will now work we know that nothing we put on it can normally make it impossible to steal However there are ways you can help Kev in the Ignition If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target for joy riders or professional thie
244. ty Mirrors 88 Wheel Replacement 255 Loic cC eese Windows Power 3 Windshield Washer 76 Fluid ale al ala TO 242 Warning Flashers Hazard 2 Low Fluid Warning Light 105 Warning Lights 100 Windshield Wiper Replacement 248 Anti Lock Brake System 106 Windshield Wipers 75 261 269 104 Winter 179 HIN 207 0 S 105 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Check CBges i com 108 Deep SIO 182 Coolant Temperature ossessi If You re Caught in a Blizzard 181 Low Washer Fluid 105 Wrecker Towing 197 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 104 Service Station Information The Delco Freedom battery needs no water See Page 245 soling System Check and add coolant only at the coalant recovery tank The fluid should be at or a little above the FULL HOT mark when the engine is warm If the engine is cool the level should be between the FULL COLD and FULL HOT marks See Page 238 Hood Release See Page 227 Automatic Transaxle Fluid See Page 236 Cold Tire Pressure See Tire Loading Information label on inside edge of driver s door See Page 250 Spare Tire Pressure Compact Spare 60 psi 420 kPa See Page 217 Fuel Capacity 18 U S Gal 68 L Use unleaded gas only 87 octane or higher Code L Engine or 9I octane
245. u Are 218 Sunroof Express Open 89 Sun VISUIB vereri err r 58 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint Syster cose aa 22 RAE 99 Tape Player see Audio Systems Technical Facts amp Specifications ccce cac em E en 213 Electrical Equipment Add On 93 126 265 Fluid Capacities amp Types 200 272 Fuses amp Circuit Breakers 266 Service Parts Identification Lape eee ree 265 Vehicle Identification Number VL nd 264 Temperature Warning 101 109 Theft Deterrent System 51 Security Light Thermostat eee a uM Tilt Steering Wheel 73 Time Setting the 127 A ES 250 Air Inflator System 209 Blowout eases Sete cane 208 Buying New io 000000220005 252 Chains vee ess parera 256 Flat Changing 210 ITIN Ra 250 amp Rotation 251 Loading vale plura ka pae esso ees Ld 250 Quality Grading PU OR MAD 253 Spare 218 Wear Indicators _ 253 Wheel Alignment amp Tire Balance 255 Wheel Replacement 255 When to Replace Wheels 255 Winter Driving 179 Tonie Locke cover e neret rr 79 Towing a 1 Towing Your Pontiac 197 Tract
246. uble adjusting to night But if you re driving don t wear sunglasses at night They may cut down on glare from headlights but they also make a lot of things invisible that should remain visible such as parked cars obstacles pedestrians or even trains blocking railway crossings You may want to pul on your sunglasses after you have pulled into a brightly lighted service or refreshment area Eyes shielded from that glare may adjust more quickly to darkness back on the road But be sure to remove your sunglasses before you leave the service area You can be temporarily blinded by approaching lights It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlights slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching lights If there is a line of opposing traffic make occasional glances over the line of headlights to make certain that one of the vehicles isn t starting to move into your lane Once you are past the bright lights give your eyes time to readjust before resuming speed High Beams If the vehicle approaching you has its high beams on signal by flicking yours to high and then back to low beam This is the usual signal to lower the headlight beams If the other driver still doesn t lower the beams resist the temptation to put your high beams on T
247. und for three minutes then will go off to save battery power And your vehicle will not start Remember the theft deterrent system Won t arm if you lock the doors with a key or manual door lack It arms only if you use a power door lock switch or Keyless Entry transmitter eee ES To Avoid Setting Off the Alarm by Accident If you don t want to arm the theft deterrent system the vehicle should be locked with a key after the doors are closed Always unlock a door with a key or use the Keyless Entry System transmitter Unlocking a door any other way will set off the alarm To Stop the Alarm If you set off the alarm by accident unlock any door with your key You can also turn off the alarm by pressing the UNLOCK button on the Keyless Entry 5ystem transmitter The alarm won t stop if you try to unlock a door any other way To Test the Alarm Roll your window down then follow the directions under 7o Arm the System earlier Once the alarm is set reach through the window and manually unlock the door from the inside or turn on the ignition The alarm should sound If the alarm does not sound when it should check to see if your horn works The horn fuse may be blown To replace the fuse see the Index under Fiuses amp Circuit Breakers To reduce the possibility of theft always arm the theft deterrent system when leaving your vehicle Trunk Lock illuminated Entry System When you lift t
248. ur vehicle s After you ve loaded your trailer weigh maximum load capacity the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around in the trailer 185 Your Driving and the Road If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer CONT Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires Be sure your vehicle s tires are inflated to the limit for cold tires You will find these numbers on the Certification label at the rear edge of the driver s door or see the Index under Tire Loading Then be sure you don t go over the GYW limit for your vehicle 188 Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Here are some rules to follow e If you ll be pulling a trailer that when loaded will weigh more than 2 000 pounds 900 kg be sure to use properly mounted weight distributing hitch and sway control of the proper size This equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when you re driving Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If vou do then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle See the Index under Carbon Monoxide in
249. ures arrangements to tow your vehicle to are covered under Pontiac s Assistance P rogram nearest Pontiac dealer comprehensive warranty Bee Security While You Travel We will provide the following services when other services are utilized our for 3 years 36 000 miles at no expense advisors will explain any payment 1 800 ROADSIDE 1 800 762 3743 PeBe obligations you might incur vehicle you are automaticaly enrolled Yehicle out of fue occ or te Fonie Rane Asus e Keys kd in vei ee Program This value added service is e Tow to nearest dealer for warranty eamus a in intended to provide you with peace of e Change a flat tire frequency or type of occurrence mind as you drive in the city or travel e Jump starts the open road We have quick easy access to telephone Pontiac s Roadside Assistance toll free numbers of the following services number is staffed by a team of technically depending on your needs trained advisors who are available Hotels 24 hours a day 365 days a year Glass replacement In Canada call 1 800 268 6800 for details We take anxiety out of uncertain e Rental hid xr tiis on Roadside Assistance situations roviding minor repair i Police fire department or hospitals Customer Assistance Information m Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program Cont For prompt and efficient assistance when calling please provide the following i
250. vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake see the ndex under Parking Brake i necessary and the regular brake NOTE Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it slams 3 Try to start the engine in each gear The starter should work only in P Park or N Neutral If the starter works in any other position your vehicle needs service Steering Column Lock While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the key to Lock in each shift lever position The key should turn to Lock only when the shift lever is in P Park The key should come out only in Lock CHECK Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock BTST AN 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 the Index under Parking Brake if necessary NOTE Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle hegins 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 P Park with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of P Park your vehicle s BTSI needs service Parking Brake and CAUTION Automatic Transaxle P Park Mechanism Check Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set
251. vent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal Towing Your Pontiac Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your Pontiac The usual towing equipment ts A Sling type tow truck B Wheel lift tow truck C 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 hazard warning flashers When you call tell the towing service That your vehicle can only be towed with certain equipment as described later in this section e That your vehicle has front wheel drive The make model and year of your vehicle Whether you can still move the shift lever e f there 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 197 m5 Problems on the Road Towing Your Pontiac cowr CAUTION To help avoid injury to you or others Never let passengers ride in 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 use separate safet
252. ves so don t do it When you park your Pontiac and open the driver s door you ll hear a tone 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 and transaxle Ex1 E Theft CONT Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area or take them with you Parking Lots If you park in lot where someone will be watching your vehicle it s best to lock it up and take your keys But what if you have to leave your 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 Features amp Controls PASS Key Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS Key II Personalized Automotive Security System theft deterrent system PASS Key II is a passive theft deterrent system This means you don t have to do anything to arm or disarm the system It works when you insert or remowe the key from the ignition PASS Key uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that matches a decoder in your vehicle When the PASS Key II system senses that someone is using the wrong key it shuts down the vehicle s starter and fuel sy
253. w This manual explains how to get the vehicle out of deep snow without damaging it See the Jader under Rocking Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer CAUTION 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 section Your Pontiac can tow a trailer unless it is equipped with the 3800 Supercharged Engine Code I Do not attempt to tow a trailer if equipped with the 3800 Supercharged Engine Code 1 To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Meighr of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is 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 section In it many time tested important trailering tips and safety rules Many of these are important for your 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 tra
254. warning flashers are turn signal lights will flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no on your turn signals won t work matter what position your key is in and r even if the key ismi in Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set up at the side af the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle 492 Jump Starting If your battery has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your Pontiac But please follow the steps here to do it safely CAUTION To Jump Start Your Pontiac UE 1 Check the other vehicle It must have Ignoring these steps could result in 12 volt battery with a negative costly damage to your vehicle that charge system wouldn t be covered by your warranty Trying to start your Pontiac by pushing or pulling it won t work and it could damage your vehicle NOTICE If the other system isn t a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Problems on the Fload Jump Starting 2 Get the vehicles close enough so 3 Turn off the ignition on both 4 Open the hoods and locate the jumper cables can reach but be sure vehicles Turn off all lights that aren t batteries the vehicles aren t touching each needed and radios This will avoid other If they are it could cause a sparks and help save both batteries CAUTION
255. weather 0 18 C or calder the engine block heater can help You ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up To Use the Block Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord 3 Plug it into a normal grounded HO volt outlet CAUTION NOTICE Shifting the Automatic After you ve used the block heater Transaxle be aite to store the cord as if was Your automatic transaxle may have a before to keep it away from shift lever located on the console moving engine paris If you don t between the seats or on the steering it could be damaged j column Both are shown How long should you keep the block eater plugged in The answer depends m the weather the kind of oil you have ind some other things Instead of trying list everything here we ask that you contact Pontiac dealer in the area Where you ll be parking your vehicle he dealer can give you the best advice ior that particular area Park P Reverse R Neutral N Overdrive D Drive D Second 2 First I There are several shift positions In this manual these are referred to by the commonly used symbols in the right column below 61 Features amp Controls Park P Park This locks your front wheels It s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily It 15 dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lev
256. whenever desired Here s how To operate the headlight washers the ignition must be on Pull the paddle on the turn signal headlight beam lever labeled PULL Each headlight will get a spray of washer fluid m Cruise Control With cruise control you can maintain speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h When you apply your brakes the cruise control shuts off CAUTION AN Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on Slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Domt use cruise control on slippery roads Features amp Controls To Set Cruise Control 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON CAUTION AN 2 Get up to the speed you want ses PE 3 Push in the SET button at the end of the lever and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal To Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at desired speed and then you apply the brake 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 more you can move the crui
257. y chains on each side when towing a vehicle Never use J hooks Use T hooks instead 188 Oe 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 Don t have your vehicle towed on the front wheels unless you must If the vehicle must be towed on the front wheels don t go more than 35 mph 56 km h or farther than 50 miles 80 km or your transaxle will damaged If these limits must be exceeded then the front wheels have 10 be supported on a dally CAUTION A vehicle can fall from a car carrier if it isn t properly secured This can cause a collision serious personal injury and vehicle damage The vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or steel cables before it is transported Don t use substitutes ropes leather straps canvas webbing etc that can be cut by sharp edges underneath the towed vehicle Towing from the Front Vehicle Hook up EXCEPT SSE amp SSEi 2 Across sling chains position a 4x4 Before hooking up to a tow truck he wood beam against bottom of sure to read all the information on radiator support behind the front Towing Your Pontiac earlier in this bumper section 1 Attach T hook chains into the bottom sl
258. 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 a 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 Because of all the different ways people use their GM vehicles maintenance needs vary You may even need more frequent checks and replacements than you will find in the schedules in this part So please read this part and note how you drive If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your Pontiac dealer the place many GM owners choose to have their maintenance work done Your dealer can be relied upon to use proper parts and practices Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment recommended maintenance procedures are 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 How This Part is Organized The remainder of this part is divided into five secti
259. you secure a child restraint in center seating position you ll be using the lap belt See the earlier section about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint 3 Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 4 Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 5 Buckle the helt Make sure the release button faces upward or out ward so you ll be able to unbuckle it quickly if vou ever need to 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 maker for their advice To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt Tt will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat If you have the right front passenger s air hag never put a rear facing child restraint in this position Here s why CAUTION See the earlier section about the top
260. your concern will likely be resolved in the dealership using the dealership s facilities equipment and personnel That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern Customer Assistance For the f or Speech Impaired To assist owners who have hearing difficulties Pontiac has installed special TDD Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf equipment at its Customer Assistance Center Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or conventional teletypewriter TTY can communicate with Pontiac by dialing 1 800 TDD PONT TDD users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830 Ll Customer Assistance Information GM Participation In Better Business Bureau Mediation Arbitration Program Our experience has shown that the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this part has been very successful in achieving customer satisfaction However if you have not been substantially satisfied Pontiac wants you to be aware of GM s voluntary participation in no charge mediation arbitration program called BBB AUTO LINE This program is administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus through local Better Business Bureaus It can resolve individual disputes involving vehicle repairs and the interpretation of your New Vehicle Limited Warranty We prefer that you not resort to BBB AUTO LINE until after a final decision is made under the Customer Satisfaction Procedure However you may
261. your engine each try to help avoid draining vour starter motor battery 3800 Supercharged Engine Code 1 4 If your engine still won t start or T s starts b en stops IL e be 3 If it doesn t start right away hold tarts but then stops it could be If you don t your engine might not perform properly your key in Start for about three to Beaded with too much gasoline Try ever have to have TM five seconds at a time until your pushing your accelerator pedal all the s sales the part of this enpine starts Wait about 15 seconds way to the floor and holding it there en d tells how to between euch try to help avoid as you hold the key mn t for about Nie tay I AmBBIng vehic is diabetic three seconds If the vehicle starts See the Index under Towing Your briefly but then stops again do the Pontiac sume thing but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds This clears the extra gasoline from the engine After waiting about 15 seconds repeat the normal starting procedure 59 Features amp Controls Driving Through Deep Standing Water 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 If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly QS 5 Engine Block Heater OPTION In very cold

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