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1. X M What to Add Brake Wear When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake Your Pontiac has four wheel disc brakes fluid such as Delco Supreme 11 GM Part No 1052535 Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only and always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap before removing it Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly NOTICE Don t let someone put in the wrong kind of A fluid For example just a few drops of IN CAUTION mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake The brake wear warning sound means that system parts so badly that they ll have to be sooner or later your brakes won t work well replaced That could lead to an accident When you hear Brake fluid can damage paint so be careful the brake wear warning sound have your vehicle not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If serviced you do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index NOTICE Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair dy Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly appli
2. e If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine Cleaning Leather ireat the area with a water baking soda solution teaspoon 5 ml of baking soda to 1 cup 250 ml of lukewarm water Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap stubborn stains us iM viny er cleaner If needed clean lightly with solvent type cleaner For stubborn stains use a GM vinyl leather cleaner e Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive Combination Stains cleaners furniture polish or shoe polish on leather Stains caused by candy ice cream mayonnaise chili e Soiled leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt e Carefully scrape off excess stain then clean with leather Gon Wer IN Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces Cleaning Vinvl of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or WAXES may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove dirt You under certain conditions may have to do it more than once e Ifa stain remains clean it with solvent type cleaner Lise warm water and a clean cloth e Things like tar asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don t get them off quickly Use a clean cloth and a GM vinyl leather cleaner M Care of Safety Belts Keep belts
3. 2 19 SUP ere cerner RE RE wench a Rew a we ada 2 16 Third Gear 3 Position 2 18 Automatic Transaxle 6 16 Adding oa grease pk nd ik equa annu mu maza uia 6 16 o RR 6 28 Charge Light 2 50 Jump Stating M 5 2 Replacement Remote Lock Control ISI dares 2 7 RA a oie he a EX a 2 36 Wa mings ss sewn eww ERATES TA Auto Lime ccr Pe 8 3 jie ees EPC 4 25 Brake Adiustment ett mere ees 6 27 Fluid Adding esses 6 26 Maser Cylinder aes ts te eR met 6 25 Parking kets tee ee err 2 21 Pedal Irivel caua RH 6 27 System Parts Replacing 6 27 System Warning Light n 2 52 ogee es een eae Rene ale sae ew hice ean 4 33 Transaxle Shift Interlock 0 4 422 0c ees 2 24 Transaxle Shift Interlock Maintenance 7 37 WE eee ea eka AR DA ETE eos RA ET 6 26 Brakes Anti Lock E e EN 4 6 BuEhE rac cauce bar Er aen da 4 5 Braking In Emergencies 4 9 Break In New Vehicle THIS e M ee 2 12 BTSI Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock 2 24 BTSI Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock Maintenance 7 3 Bulb Replacement sese Monae aces 6 70 Vehicles First Sold In see i Canadian R
4. sari d 2 43 Wheel Replacement Va CR ORE CELER REOR A di m OR REOR 6 52 When It s Time for New 6 49 Top Strap 1 39 jr PU c TED DO CIPIT E 2 24 Wheel Mut coco utram 5 29 Towing AEA E Mein eda 4 29 Towing Your Vehicle ere ee ee Trailer Tongue Weight 0 4 31 TOWIBE Liceo cr eee 4 29 rs IT EA CERTE CEYIPE DICT SES er ede s 4 33 Driving on Grades cc csc eae ean nn 4 35 Driving witha Trsiler eese 4 33 Piin OS ELMO SEHR TEES SECTOR M d cre 4 32 TIE ER EROR COEUR CE RC HE 4 36 2222 rna a 4 35 E EXER I e 4 32 Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires 4 3 Turni CERERI acce oO eR OX 4 34 Weight of a Trailer 4 30 Transaxle Fluid Automatic 6 16 Sr COMPE ane Sr get cq IG PEOR SEE ER 2 59 Trip Odometer oe weed Trip Before Leaving ona 4 20 Trunk Access Panel cei ee ee rare 2 42 s bie proce poe ee ATIS 2 8 Trunk Release Remote 2 8 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator pe PTE 2 29 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 2 28 Turn Signals When
5. i Underhood Electrical Center Passenger Fuse Description Side R CMPT REL Remote Trunk Release Backup z Lamps T _ ECM BAT Powertrain Control Module REL ECM PCM Fuel Pump Switch Fuel Pump Relay Fan Cont 1 Relay TOG TCC Automatic Transaxle Transaxle EE p Range Switch VIN M only ENG EMIS Fan Cont 2 Relay A C CMPR Relay VIN M only F INJIN Fuel Injectors 6 66 Fuse ECM IGN ELEK IGN 10 11 1 Description Powertrain Control Module PCM Mass Air Flow MAF Sensor VIN X only EGR CCP Oxygen Sensor Vac Can Switch Electronic Ignition EI Control Module L P Fuse Block FAN CONT 1 Relay Passenger Side Underhood Electrical Center and L P Fuse Blocks Fuses 5 14 23 and 32 FAN CONT 2 Relay and I P Fuse Block Fuse 16 Power Seat Circuit Breaker D Description FUEL PUMP A C CMPR FAN CONT 2 Secondary Cooling Fan Passenger Side FAN CONT 1 Primary Cooling Fan Driver Side Ignition Switch Relay 6 67 Underhood Electrical Center Driver Side Fuse 10 gt POG LPS PAHKLPE HORM ESE H1 H VAR PIS 12 13 Fuse Description Relay FOG LPS Fog Lamps 14 PARK LPS Headlamp Switch 15 HORN Horn Relay Underhood Lamp 16 VAR P S EVO 6 68 Description IGN SW2 IP Fuse Block PWR WDO and Circuit Breaker D Passenger Side Underhood Electrical Center TCC and
6. 5 Hen ereer wa este ea 1 4 He d Up Display 2 60 Headlamp Aiming ics ees dead ania 6 29 Headlamp Bulb Replacement 4 6 32 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer V EAE a lal M ERA Idea 2 20 WIHBE see metre mn m Headlamps Operation Raab auri wld gos gk a act a eal alla shar 2 34 Hearing or Speech Impaired Customer Assistance 8 2 FERNER S iau usa eques asd a aiia vias qa Re P High Beam Lamps How to Change 2 29 Highway Hypnosis 4 2 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 2 CONSEIL HEIDE in oe pues Wa LUPO Y A E Gas 4 32 Hood Release SNE EUM SOS i E EN E 6 7 HERO LUE EINE ET MR HUD ign e eee EEG rade ara 2 60 en ex XM aod 4 17 0 6 nition Key Positions VE a eee ae e eis s lie t PAROI DIEI E ET T TT ID E 2 12 Inflation Tire Presaure 6 47 Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror 2 39 Inspections FTW Seule Gu sure orae Ha entero oe OD Exhaust Systems gis aula ala E RO RR Restraint cok paniir re RR Ran 7 339 Steering Suspension and Front Wheel Drive Axle Boot and Seal TENES 7 38 Throttle Linkage HASCE MEM Instrument Panel Ca EA dp 2 42 Instrument Panel Intensity Control EGO Pd Te EE 2 35 Ins
7. AT208C Battery SAL Code M an ed ea ee e eileen DES JAL Code M Engine Oil Filter SEL Code ND ouo Le koe a ba de ais XC EXC PFA DC ode MN eign a a He IE RR CERO UR cani PPS PCW Valve 3 1L Code M rers CV802C aA Code X n Sam C e CV89ISC Radiator Cap oie io ea ees E eee Spark Plugs SE ode M le eere R44LTSM6 Gap 0 060 1 52 mm SAL Code X FI ue a Te E ET R47LTSM Gap 0 045 1 14 mm Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not 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 For additional information see your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet 6 73 NOTES ena nananana Y Section 7 Maintenance Schedule IMPORTANT KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED This section covers the maintenance required for your Pontiac Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance Protection lad Ff Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties See your Pontiac dealer for details Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not
8. 6 60 First Gear Automatic Transaxle Sacra e ATE ei bie Oe 2 19 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 16 Flashers Hazard Warning d Flat Tire Changing E 5 23 Fluids and LORI Le ya aes ne AT ET 6 71 Fog Lamp Bulb Replacement ERNEUT ETIN el 6 40 Contre Fus n nx 6 4 illii cuui sque es ii Fissway 5555044 cece oe da eg 4 19 French Language Manual rarer ii Front Lamp Bar Bulb Replacement 6 36 Front Seatback Latches TOES D YE E Ud Ri 1 4 Front Sidemarker Bulb Replacement 6 38 Front Tum Signal Bulb Replacement 4 6 38 Moi ener utero Dm tese EU ei ses 5 3 Filling Your o ee eae A SRE rs EAE ree ge A an eee eae vend NOST aeg 2 49 In Foreign Countries Verederpaa ar dri Fuses and Circuit Breakers 6 64 Ga Engine Coolant Temperature 2 55 Gasolines for Cleaner Air liliis eae 6 4 GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating 4 27 Dear Poahong poop seed ERE v eee ATI Glas EDIT 6 38 DINE BOX pale wi Cerere tse ean aca Graphic Equalizer Using 3 8 GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating WASTE EI 4 27 Hosen Bulbs MERE FAT 6 28 Hazard Warning Flashers
9. PONTIAC 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix Owner s Manual Seals and Restraint Systems WS Mo Wo RHR BoR RB M BOR MON Bo HO WO WO P o o SHR 5 9 R OR B B RB REE B OR 1 1 This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly It also explains the SKS system Features aud Control isis exec een ORE Hie ee OR CES ROCCO ROC EI 2 1 Fhis section explains how to start and operate your Pontiac Comfort Controls and Audio Systems 2 2 0 6 hh rn 3 1 his section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system Your Driving and the Road 2445 2242292 24924 9 beset ase see eae ee 024 582149 4 1 Here you ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions Problems on the Road EEE AOTT N ET reer ei 5 1 This section tells vou what to do if vou have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or engine overheating etc Service and Appearance Ul Here the manual tells you how to keep your Pontiac running properly and looking god Es gm Maintenance Schedule s ieee ooo Gee CRESS REDD ES IR REGERE E UOTA RR AR ENN 7 1 This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and wha
10. Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Tl Maintenance Schedule II 30 000 Miles 50 000 km C Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 1 Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 12 months whichever occurs first Inspect engine accessory drive belt every 24 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service C Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 24 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service nn MM D C Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service L Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Y Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service C Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Maintenance Schedule 37 500 Miles 62 500 km Change engine oil and filter or
11. ss PITE 1 46 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position 4 Door Models 5 2046445 r0 eee dees 1 43 Top Strap eMe e ERA eR mista irk A T Sete 1 39 Where to Put A ula 1 38 eoo eret eee I RH 2 45 Circuit Breaker Power Windows and Other Power Options s ssa lese mn 6 69 La v uaa la EE 4 18 ALN t En arro we s MR RE Cleaning Aluminum Wheels 4 0s4 e04 0000 600 lora epe See cere re Ware eins win nes EE ots 6 55 CHARA wre T er ERG A RR US R M baie 6 58 Inside of Your Pontiac lt 0 55 Leather 6 57 Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades 6 58 Outside of Your Pontiac 6 59 Special Problems cere a 6 56 BUDE iV a Furia wa t ECKE RU nie n 6 56 re ker kr EROR CRGA E E Ba S AVR MIRI RAT 6 60 Top of the Instrument Panel Sipe ema 6 57 Vinyl 2123924342 N TAM MPO Tier a ATA Clock Sette ke UTERE ME Comfort Controls crsa vs ese seg eee ees EOM a Comfort Guides Rear Safety Belt 4 1 34 Compact Digo add 3 15 Compact Disc Player 3 10 Compact Sou eect eee 5 32 Compuler Sac net xh ka SES aire 2 59 Console Shift Lever rr rnm n 2 23 Console Center sya ieee isis g
12. TIED SE NOTES Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you ll find information about the seats in your Pontiac and how to use your safety belts properly You can also learn about some things you should nor do with air bags and safety belts Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you how to adjust the seats and explains reclining seatbacks and head restraints Manual Front Seat You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Lift the bar under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locked in place 1 1 Power Seat Option Reclining Front Seatbacks FRONT A Raise the front of the seat by holding the Lift the lever to release the seatback then move the switch up Hold the switch down to lower the front of seatback to where you want it Release the lever to lock the seat the seatback in place Pull up on the lever without pushing CENTER B Move the seat forward or back by on the seatback and the seatback will move forward holding the control to the front or back Raise or lower the seat by holding the control up or down REAR C Rai
13. 6 23 Anti Theft Feature Thefilock 1 3 15 Sound Equipment 3 14 Appearance Caf ee sete ee rn nr 6 54 Windshield Washer Fluid FC piesa hs Ge 6 24 Appearance Care and Materials 6 62 Aiming Headlamps 6 29 Armrest Storage eee ceca nnn 2 4 Air Bag EUER EGER CERE teers 1 23 Ashtrays Front 2 44 How Does lt Restrain nre mme 1 26 SHEER RENE eR OESTE C are a 2 245 Low JE WORKS Le rues ska reca i rrr 1 25 Audio System Pre Wheel Touch Controls 3 17 Location M HEN TUE ROT ANNIS 1 28 Andia WYSUSI S ura crea poe ERES 3 5 Readiness L ight m E eer erat on eed Bee 1 24 2 51 Auto Down Window 2 2 27 TEREE 28 Automatic Door Locks ecole erasa cara 2 4 What Makes It Inflate 1 26 Automatic Transaxle 7 16 What Will You See After It Inflates ee 1 27 First Gear 1 Position 4 9 When Should It Inflate _ 26 Neutral Position 2 17 GaN 6 15 Overdrive D Position 2718 Air Conditioning 3 3 Park P Position 2 16 7 38 Air Conditioning Refrigerants 6 72 Reverse Position EU E EE EET ERE 2 17 Air Conditioning with Electronic Contr ols PEE oll second Gear 2 Positlon
14. An Emission Control Service C Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 12 months whichever occurs first Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information ACTUAL MILEAGE 7 32 SERVICED BY 75 000 Miles 125 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service C Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 12 months whichever occurs first C Inspect camshaft timing belt An Emission Control Service ACTUAL MILEAGE BY Maintenance Schedule 82 500 Miles 137 500 km L Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 12 months whichever occurs first Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 12 months whichever occurs first
15. It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes hy driving slowly to a level place Turn on your hazard out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly warning flashers But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few lips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that CAUTION 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 stop well out of the traffic lane Changing a tire can cause an injury The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people You and they could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help ih ie curve ucts like a prevent the vehicle from moving skid and may require the same correction you d use in skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the 1 Set the parking brake firmly accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be 3 Turn off the engine very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently CAUTION Continued brake to stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next part shows h
16. Let up on the brake pedal n3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 36 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil belt cooling system and brake adjustment Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight Section 5 Problems on the Road Here youll find what to do about some problems that Your hazard warning flashers let you war others They can occur on the road also let police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off Hazard Warning Flashers 5 mS Press the switch to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key 1s in aq and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers press the switch again When the hazard warning flashers are on your tum signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of
17. have a four door model see Driver Position 4 Door Models later in this section Lap Shoulder Belt 2 Door Models 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 Seats in the Index so you can sit up straight 1 10 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt 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 likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at vour abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash 1 H What s wrong with this CAUTION You can he seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury
18. lower fuel economy You can use SECOND 2 on hills but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can It can help control your speed as you go down steep use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the mountain roads but then you would also want to use shift lever is put in FIRST 1 the transaxle won t shift your brakes off and on into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough NOTICE If your front wheels can t rotate don t try to drive This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object You could damage your transaxle NOTICE Don t drive in SECOND 2 for more than 5 miles 8 km or at speeds over 55 mph 88 km h or you can damage your transaxle Use DRIVE D or THIRD 3 as much as possible Don t shift into SECOND 2 unless you are going slower than 65 mph 105 km h or you can damage your engine Also if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transaxle Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in position on a hill Second Gear Start Option Your vehicle may be equipped with a The button is below the lamp controls Press 2ND GEAR START to provide more traction when you are starting on ice or other slippery surfaces The transaxle will be in second gear when the vehicle begins to move After sta
19. Gr Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slawly 1 31 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle 15 positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part 1 32 N CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is
20. If you ve had a crash do vou 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 helts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn t being used at the time of the collision Y Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Pontiac and information on starting shifting and braking Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem Kevs AN CAUTION Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with young children The ignition keys are The ignition keys don t have plugs Your Pontiac dealer for the ignition only or Roadside Assistance has the code for your keys Each plug has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra door keys Keep the plugs in a safe place If you lose your door keys you ll be able to hav
21. Replace the socket into the housing and turn 1 Remove the plastic retainers and pull the carpet clockwise away from the rear of the trunk 9 Replace the housing to the body of the vehicle i 2 Remove the wing nuts 10 Install the wing nuts 3 Pull the housing away from the body of the vehicle 11 Reposition the carpet and install the plastic retainers EEE T B Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield bo Lift the release clip with a screwdriver and pull the blade off the wiper arm 3 Push the new wiper blade securely onto the wiper arm Tires We don t make tires Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by leading tire manufacturer These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers and their warranties are delivered with every new Pontiac If your spare tire is a different brand than your road tires you will have a tire warranty folder from each of these manufacturers 4 l Inflation Tire Pressure A CAUTION Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Underinllated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulti
22. What Kind of Oil to Use Oils of the proper quality for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the Starburst symbol The Starburst symbol indicates that the ot has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API and is preferred for use in your gasoline engine If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines 3 1L L82 Code M Engine 3 4L LOI Code X Engine Just fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re through You should also use the proper viscosity eil for your vehicle as shown in the following chart 6 12 RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE DILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL 00 USE SAE 20 50 0A ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED As shown in the chart SAE SW 30 is best for your vehicle However you can use SAE I0W 30 if it s going to be OPF 18 C or above These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 5 0 NOTICE Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For G
23. hdd Owner Checks and Services 2 osse uerus 7 36 Owner Publications Ordering sene 8 7 Piim Spottitig Chemicsl arae Gil Panel Lamps 24455 C LENS Gina a NEGRA RRC 2 35 Panel Trunk Access du EN RECETAS 2 Park Position Automatic Transaxle IL ER 22 2 16 Park P Shifting Into DT tare Bk 2 22 Park P Shifting Qut ORE i Parking penere renti 2 10 a ig aha sa rk wan ta mw MAR di Paige eee erate 2 2 Brake Mechanism 7 38 LO nc he eee eee E maa AE PAM ATA 2 2 24 2 10 On Hills While Towing a Trailer CEST 4 35 ver Things That 2 25 PASS RKey 2 11 4 12 Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 39 Power Antenna Mast Care nn 3 16 Power Door Locks aede clases ent NL RENTE AMA 2 4 Power Outside MITON 20 2 e 2 39 1 2 amici die 4 9 Power Steering Fluid ice OE OLET eer CY 6 22 Adding aset idees RES V Masi UR wap 6 23 CCEA o s ait IEEE EOS er WEE Ear 6 22 Power Windows bee eee rr RR Iss 2 27 Pregnancy Use of Safety BEJE rhe 1 29 CE TTR ee RUE een a daa PA tere Tarde te 6 47 Problems on the Road seen Roe eX E 2 1 Publications Service and Owner 8 7 Radiato
24. with any complete coolant flush and refill you use this mixture you don t need to add anything else A CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mix will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix With plain water or the wrong mix your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mix of clean water and a proper antifreeze NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mix your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Adding Coolant If this light comes on it means you re low on engine coolant To Add Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper mix at the coolant recovery tank If the coolant recovery tank 1s completely empty add To Check Coolant coolant ta the radiator See Engine Overheating in the Index When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the COLD mark or a little higher When your engine is warm the level should be up to the HOT mark or a little higher 6 20 Add coolant mix at the recovery tank but be careful not to spill it N CAUTION Turning the radiator pr
25. 120 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service O Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first 75 000 Miles ad 125 000 km 78 000 Miles 130 000 km L Change engine oil and filter or every C Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service C Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake in dusty conditions Replace filter if cable guides underbody contact points and necessary An Emission Control Service linkage or every 6 months whichever Inspect camshaft timing belt An Emission occurs first Control Service _ Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY iii 0 0 Ss CC COS ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 20 81 000 Miles 135 000 km 84 000 Miles 140 000 km _ Change engine oil and filter or every Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service LI Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage
26. L Inspect engine accessory drive belt or every 24 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Inspect camshaft timing belt An Emission Control Service Continued SSE Maintenance Schedule 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Continued Drain flush and refill cooling system every 24 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service 1 Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service 1 Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service Y ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 34 Maintenance Schedule 97 500 Miles 162 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 12 months whichever occurs first _ Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Change automat
27. N while your engine is racing NOTICE Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engine racing isn t covered by your warranty DRIVE D This position is for normal driving If you vehicle has overdrive DRIVE D is the overdrive position If you need more power for passing and you re Going less than 35 mph 55 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 55 km h or more push the accelerator pedal all the way down You ll shift down to the next gear and have more power NOTICE If vour 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 transaxle system sensor If you drive very far that way your vehicle can be damaged So if this happens have your vehicle serviced right away Until then you can use SECOND 2 when you are driving less than 35 mph 55 km h and DRIVE D for higher speeds 2 18 THIRD 3 You have this position if your vehicle has overdrive THIRD 3 is like DRIVE D but you never go into overdrive Here are some times vou might choose THIRD 3 instead of DRIVE Dy When driving on hilly winding roads When towing a trailer so there 15 less shifting between gears When going down a steep hill SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power
28. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts 1 27 Your vehicle is equipped with a diagnostic module which records information about the air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the sensors are activated and driver s safety belt usage at deployment e Letonly qualified technicians work on your air bag system Improper service can mean that your air bag system won t work properly See your dealer for service NOTICE If you damage the cover for the driver s or the right front passenger s air bag they may not work properly You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger s air bag Do not open or break the air bag covers Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Pontiac Air bags affect how your Pontiac should be serviced There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle You don t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle Your Pontiac dealer and the 1995 Grand Prix Service Manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system To purchase a service manual see Service Publications in the Index The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more like
29. and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Don t let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First he aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check vour rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently Ifyou get sleepy pull off the road into a rest service or parking area and take a nap get some exercise or both For safety treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain 4 21 If you drive regularly in steep country or if you re planning to visil there here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads e Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill N 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 e
30. dangerous 5o please get to know your warning lights and gages They re a big help Fuel Gage Low Fuel Light If your fuel ts low a light will come on and stay on until you add fuel It will also come on for a few seconds when you first turn on the ignition as a check to show you it s working If it doesn t come on then have it fixed Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is When the indicator nears EMPTY E you still have a little fuel left but you should get more soon Here are some things owners ask about All these situations are normal and do not show a problem with your fuel gage Atthe service station the pump shuts off before the gage reads PULL F 1 takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but 1t actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill it The gage moves a little when you turn corner or speed up 2 49 Charging System Light Safety Belt Reminder Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition as a check to show you it s working Then it should go out When the kev is turned to RUN or START a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts unless the driver s safety belt is already buckled If
31. flow through ventilation system described later in this section Defogging and Defrosting Windows Your system has two settings for clearing the front and side windows To defrost the windows quickly use DEFROST with the temperature knob all the way in the red area To warm passengers while keeping the windows clean use DEFOG 3 3 Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window Press the button to turn the defogger on It will turn itself off after about 10 minutes If you turn it on again the defogger will only run for about five minutes before turning off You can also tum it off by turning off the ignition or pressing the button again Do not attach anything like a temporary vehicle license or decal across the defogger grid NOTICE 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 3 4 Flow Through Ventilation System Your vehicle s flow through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the air conditioning fan is running Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the ins
32. in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are A 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 lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law 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 pos
33. nozzles will fit into your vehicle s filler neck Be sure the posted octane is at least 87 If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If it s bad enough it can damage your engine If you re using fuel rated at 87 octane or higher and you still hear heavy knocking your engine needs service But don t worry if vou hear a little pinging noise when you re accelerating or driving up a hill That s normal and you don t have to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid of pinging It s the heavy constant knock that means you have a problem What about gasoline with blending materials that contain oxygen oxygenates such as MTBE or alcohol MTBE is methyl tertiary butyl ether Fuel that is no more than 15 MTBE is fine for your vehicle Ethanel is ethyl or gram alcohol Properly blended fuel that is no more than 10 ethanol is fine for your vehicle Methanol is methyl or wood alcohol NOTICE Fuel that is more than 5 methanol is bad for your vehicle Don t use it It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty And even at 5 or less there must be cosolvents and corrosion preventers in this fuel to help avoid these problems Gasolines for Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with deposit control additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system That helps ke
34. pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service _ Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service LI Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service T _ Replace air cleaner filter Replace filter more often under dusty conditions An Emission Control Service Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service T Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY V N 7 11 33 000 Miles 55 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 36 000 Miles 60 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first Maintenance Schedule I 39 000 Miles 65 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 42 000 Miles 70 000 km _ Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Servic
35. silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Boa n B E Cleaning the Outside of Your Pontiac The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Use liquid hand dish or car washing mild detergent soaps Don t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface or they could stam Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or a 100 cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Pontiac by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Your Pontiac has a basecoat clearcoat paint finish The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abr
36. too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 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 likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle 1 33 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides seatback and the interior body about half way down the ms 1 edge of the seatback Here is how you should install the for Children and Small Adults comfort guides on the shoulder belts 4 Door Models Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of Four door models may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides the seatback and the interior body to remove the Thus feature will provide added eomfort tor ehildren who have guide from its storage clip outgrown child restraints and for small adults The comfort guides pull the shoulder belts away from the neck and head 2 Slide the guide under and past the belt The elasti
37. 9 000 Miles 15 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first C Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 12 000 Miles 20 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service C Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service O Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service ACTUAL MILEAGE _ SERVICED BY 18 000 Miles 30 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Contral Service C Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever
38. ENG EMIS Fuses IGN SW1 VP Fuse Block Radio Wiper HVAC ABS and Turn Signal Fuses Passenger Side Underhood Electrical Center EHIN ECM IGN ELEK IGN Fuses HD LPS 30 Amp Circuit Breaker to Headlamp Switch ABS ABS Relay Description ABS Anti lock Brake System FOG LPS HORN Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the underhood electrical center An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp system checked right away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by 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 6 69 Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamps Back up Center High Mounted Stop Roof Mounted Shelf Mounted n eee Fog 2 Door Models US 4 Door Models Front Parking Turn Signal 2 Door Models 4 Door Models Headlamp High Beam 2 Door Models 4 Doo
39. If your child restraint has a top strap it should be anchored If you 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 For cars first sold in Canada child restraints with a top strap must be anchored according to Canadian Law Your dealer can obtain the hardware kit and install it for you or you may install it yourself using the instructions provided in the kit Use the tether hardware kit available from the dealer The hardware and installation instructions were specifically designed for this vehicle Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 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 sav 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicles safety belt through or 1 39 around the restraint The child restraint instructions 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of will shaw you how the retractor to set the lock If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt qu
40. Just hold the brake pedal down and let anti lock work for you You may feel the system working or you may notice some noise hut this is normal When your anti lock system is adjusting brake pressure to help avoid a braking skid the LOW TRAC light will come on See Anti Lock Brake System Active Light in the Index Braking in Emergencies At some time nearly every driver gets into a situation that requires hard braking If you have anti lock you can steer and brake at the same time However if you don t have anti lock your first reaction to hit the brake pedal hard and hold it down may be the wrong thing to do Your wheels can stop rolling Once they do the vehicle can t respond to your steering Momentum will carry it in whatever direction it was headed when the wheels stopped rolling That could be off the road into the very thing you were trying to avoid or into traffic If you don t have anti lock use a squeeze braking technique This will give you maximum braking while maintaining steering control You do this by pushing on the brake pedal with steadily increasing pressure In an emergency you will probably want to squeeze the brakes hard without locking the wheels If you hear or feel the wheels sliding ease off the brake pedal This will help you retain steering control If you do have anti lock it s different see Anti Lock Brakes in the Index In many emergencies steering can
41. Option With the anti lock brake system this light will come on when you start your engine and it will stay on for three seconds That s normal If the light doesn t come on have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem If the light flashes when you re driving you don t have anti lock brakes and there could be a problem with your regular brakes Pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor t may take longer to stop Have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index N CAUTION Your regular brake system may not be working properly if the anti lock brake system warning light is flashing Driving with the anti lock brake system warning light flashing can lead to an accident After you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service If the anti lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you ve started your engine turn the ignition off Or if the light comes on and stays on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays on or comes on again while you re driving your Pontiac needs service If the light 1s on but not flashing and the regular brake system warning light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti lo
42. The operator may want to see ther To help avoid injury to you or others Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck Always secure the vehicle on each side with separate safety chains when towing it Never use J hooks Use T hooks instead When your vehicle is being towed have the ignition key off The steering wheel should be clamped in 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 N 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 55 km h or farther than 50 miles 80 km or your transaxle will be damaged If these limits must be exceeded then the front wheels have to be supported on a dolly Front Towing Hookups N CAUTION A vehicle can fall from a car carrier if it isn t adequately secured This can cause a collision serious personal injury and vehicle damage The vehicle should 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
43. The shoulder belt should fit against your body The shoulder belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way Q What s wrong with this N CAUTION You can be seriously injured if vour belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you The belt is buckled in the wrong place 1 15 Q What s wrong with this N CAUTION You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen The shoulder belt is worn under the arm It should he worn over the shoulder at all times 1 14 What s wrong with this Z CAUTION You can be seriously injured hy a twisted belt In crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it The belt is twisted across the body 1 15 To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle
44. This reduces the time the compressor has to run which should help tuel economy For quick cool down on very hot days use MAX with the temperature knob all the way in the blue area If this setting is used for long periods of time the air in your vehicle may become too dry For normal cooling on hot days use WENT with the temperature knob in the blue area and the A C button pushed in The system will bring in outside air and cool it On cool but sunny days the sun may warm your upper body but your lower body may not be warm enough You can use BI LEVEL with the temperature knob in the middle and the A C button pushed in The system will bring in outside air and direct it to your upper body while sending slightly warmed air to your lower body You may notice this temperature difference more at some times than others Heating On cold days use FLOOR with the temperature knob all the way in the red area The system will bring in outside air heat it and send it to the floor ducts If your vehicle has an engine coolant heater you can use it to help vour system provide warm air faster when it s cold outside 0 18 C or lower An engine coolant heater warms the coolant your engine and heating system use to provide heat See Engine Coolant Heater in the Index Ventilation For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed use VENT to direct outside air through your vehicle Your vehicle also has the
45. a code must be entered These instructions will tell you how to enter a code into your system They also tell you how to unlock the system with your code and how to shut off the THEFTLOCK system 3 11 Entering a Code I Write down any number from 000 to 1999 This is your code 2 Turn the ignition to ACC or RUN 3 Turn the radio off 4 Press the 1 and 4 preset buttons at the same time and hold until shows on the display You now have only 15 seconds between each of the following steps 5 Press MIN and O00 will appear on the display 6 Press MIN again and hold until the last two digits of your code appear 7 Press and hold HR until the first digit or digits of your code appear 8 Press AM FM after you make sure the code matches the one you wrote down will appear on the display meaning you should repeat Steps 5 through 7 9 After you repeat the steps press AM FM SEC should appear on the display meaning your system is secured If your ignition is off the THEFTLOCK indicator light on the radio face will flash Store the paper with your code written on it in a safe place not in your vehicle Unlocking the System If battery power is removed for any reason LOC will appear on the display when power is reapplied You will need to enter your code to unlock the system You have only 15 seconds between each of the following steps 1 Turn the ignition on LOC will appear on the
46. aim seems to he affected see your Pontiac dealer Headlamps on damaged vehicles may require recalibration of the horizontal aim by your Pontiac dealer To check the aim the vehicle should be properly prepared as follows The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly level surface The vehicle should not have any snow ice or mud attached to it There should not be any cargo or loading of vehicle except it should have a full tank of gas and one person or 160 pounds 75 kg on the driver s seat Tires should be properly inflated 6 29 The horizontal indicator should read 0 NOTICE To make sure your headlamps are aimed properly read all the instructions before beginning Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts State inspection stations will allow a vertical reading of plus 0 76 degrees or minus 0 76 degrees for the center of the bubhle 6 30 It is recommended that the upper limit not exceed plus 0 4 degrees for the center of the bubble Other drivers may flash their bright lights at you if your adjustment is much above plus 0 4 degrees IF you find that the headlamp aiming needs adjustment 3 Check the vertical aim indicator The bubble should follow these steps he centered on zero Start with the horizontal aim Don t try to adjust the i ete 4 Ifthe bubble isn t on vertical aim first 0 zero turn the ver
47. by Smaller Children and Babies 1 36 Use During Pregnancy o nahm 1 29 Win They Werk uu oremus ehe Acte Ote teet LESER Sue 4 32 Safety Detects Reporting to General Motors ea eat 8 5 Reporting to the Canadian Government i ae at ee re Reporting to the United States Government 8 4 Safety Warnings and Symbols ii Scheduled Maintenance Services VU CREE Eee Ed Tes Seats JU 1 1 Manual Front ee eva does x La PORE IEEE ER Eee Ee ve xeu i su a o 1 2 exe era ead WE dora 1 2 Restraint Systems oe 1 1 Securing a Child Restraint 1 38 Second Gear Automatic Transaxle 2 19 Second Gear Start AVES MESS USE T oup 2 20 Second Gear Start eae 2 20 SUEDE LAUDE Leon rrt ner AREE 2 58 Security System PASS Key 3 2511 BERI E CER EIC LIE HEU ER CEN ORE TY EN E 6 1 Service and Appearance Care 6 1 Service and Owner Publications 4 8 7 Service Bulletins Ordering eese 8 7 Service Engine Soon Light KM rx 2 56 service Manuals Ordering 2 0 0 0 00 00 8 7 service Parts Identification Label AUTE T 6 63 Service Publications aurae hae ee sua i eia Rd amp 7 Se
48. deflates This occurs so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated Some components of the air bag module in the steering wheel hub for the driver s air bag or the instrument panel for the right front passenger s bag will be hot for a short time but the part of the bag that comes into contact with you will not be hot to the touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation will not prevent the driver from seeing or from being able to steer the vehicle nor will it stop people from leaving the vehicle N CAUTION When an air bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or door In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag The air bags are designed to inflate only once After they inflate you ll need some new parts for your air bae system If you don t get them the air bag system won t be there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts
49. 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 While driving on a surface with reduced traction trv vour best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface 15 slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt If vou have the anti lock braking system remember It helps avoid only the braking skid If you do not have anti lock then in a braking skid where the wheels are no longer rolling release enough pressure on the brakes to get the wheels rolling again This restores steering control Push the brake pedal down steadily when you have to stop suddenly As long s the wheels are rolling you will have steering control Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired hy alcohol or drugs with night vision problems or by fatigue 4 14 Here are some tips on night driving e Drive defensively e Don t drink and drive e Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare fro
50. every 24 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service _ Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service L Replace air cleaner filter Replace filter more often under dusty conditions An Emission Control Service L Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Contral Service F SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE ee 63 000 Miles 105 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 66 000 Miles 110 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service O Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 18 Maintenance Schedule I 69 000 Miles 115 000 km _ Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service ACTUAL MILEAGE 72 000 Miles
51. force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor What s wrong with this Z CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder helt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body The shoulder belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way G What s wrong with this A CAUTION You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you The belt is buckled in the wrong place a m What s wrong with this N CAUTION You can be seriously injured if vou wear the shoulder belt under vour arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Als
52. has enough water You don t vou ll get a short that would damage the battery and need to add water to the Delco Freedom battery maybe other parts too installed in every new GM vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of that first If you don t explosive gas could be present 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 CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engines are running 7 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positrve terminal if the vehicle has one Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative 7 terminal Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesnt go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery 10 Attach the cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away 13 Remove the cables in reverse order to preven
53. has two GM cleaners solvent type spot lifter and a foam type powdered cleaner They will clean normal spots and stains very well Do not use them on vinyl or leather Here are some cleaning tips Always read the instructions on the cleaner label Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set Usceaclean cloth or sponge and change to a clean arca often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn Use solvent type cleaners in a well ventilated area only If you use them don t saturate the stained area faring forms after spot cleaning clean the entire arca immediately or it will set Using Foam Type Cleaner on Fabric Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt Always clean a whole trim panel or section Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines e Mix Multi Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge Don t saturate the material Don t rub it roughly As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to remove the suds Rinse the section with a clean wet sponge Wipe off what s left with a slightly damp paper towel or cloth e Then dry it immediately with a blow dryer or a heat lamp NOTICE Be careful A blow dryer or a heat lamp may scorch the fabric e Wipe with a clean cloth 6 55 Using Solvent Type Cleaner on Fabric Special Cleaning Problems First
54. heater cun for awhile Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heut Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold Rut do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can gel out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes Loading Your Vehicle TIRE LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP WT RR TOTAL LBS KG MAX LOADING amp GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT XXX COLD TIRE TIRE SIZE SPEED PRESSURE RTG X PSIKPa FRT RR SPA IF TIRES ARE HOT ADD 4PSI 28KPa SEE OWNER S5 MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry The Tire Loading Information label is on the rear edge of the driver s door on four door models and inside the trunk lid on two door models The label 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 you can carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR GAWR RR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI CABLE U S FEDERAL
55. ice to prevent an overload Windshield Washer At the top of the multifunction lever there s a paddle with the 8 word PUSH on it To spray washer fluid on the windshield push the paddle The wipers will run for several sweeps and then either stop or return to your preset speed N CAUTION In freezing weather don t use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision 2 30 Cruise Control Option NOTICE With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about When using concentrated washer fluid 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on follow the manufacturer s instructions for the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise adding water control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph Don t mix water with ready to use washer 40 Km h fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze When you apply your brakes the cruise control shuts off and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also N CAUTION 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 e Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t use cruise control on slippery roads
56. is a detent and balances the speakers FADE Press the knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position is a detent and balances the speakers Push the knob back in when you re not using it Setting the Tone BASS Slide the lever right or left to increase or decrease bass The middle position is a detent TREBLE Slide the lever right or left to increase or decrease treble The middle position is a detent If a station 1s weak or noisy you may want to decrease treble sev E tie EE NU x EE e s H Ex Using the Graphic Equalizer The equalizer allows you to adjust seven separate frequencies of sound to your laste instead of just bass and treble Start with the levers in their middle positions Move a lever up to emphasize a frequency or down to de emphasize it Playing a Cassette Tape The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right If the radio is on the tape will begin playing If you hear nothing or hear a garbled sound the tape may not be in squarely Press EJECT to remove the tape and start over While the tape is playing use the VOL FADE BAL TREBLE BASS and the graphic equalizer controls just as you do for the radio Other controls may have different functions when a tape is inserted The display will show a cassette symbol and an arrow to show which side of the tape is playing Yo
57. is installed please follow the instructions with it and these steps 1 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index RO ON 2 Snap one hook of the infant child seat attaching belt 4 Put the belt s special lach plate into the vehicle s P near the floor al the door side of the seat safety belt buckle l 48 ee 4 You can make the belt longer by tilting the buckle 7 Run the belt through or around the child restraint and pulling it along the belt The child restraint instructions will show you how 8 Put the hook on the free end through the slot in the latch plate 5 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint 6 Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 1 49 9 To make tight pull the belt while you push down To remove the child seat restraint on the child restraint If the belt won t stay tight xi ure Push the button on the safety belt buckle and remove switch it end for end 5 the special latch plate Leave the latch plate on the special beli 10 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure 2 Push the spring on the hook near the door and remove the special belt 3 Put the belt away in a safe place in your vehicl
58. make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking 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 can lose control of your vehicle Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That s perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 66 feet 20 m That could be a lot of distance in an emergency so keeping enough space hetween your vehicle and others is important And of course actual sto
59. of what the repair costs were Inflation is determined by the angle af the impact and the vehicle s deceleration Vehicle damage is only one indication of this What makes an air bag inflate In a frontal or near frontal impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is suddenly stopping as a result of a crash The sensing system triggers a chemical reaction of the sodium azide sealed in the inflator The reaction produces nitrogen gas which inflates the air bag The inflator air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules packed inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger How does an air bag restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including rollovers and rear and side impacts primarily because an occupant s motion 15 not toward the air bag Air bags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions What will you see after an air bag inflates After the air bag inflates it quickly
60. on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It doesn t take much fluid generally less than a pint 0 5L Don t overfi We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON III because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transaxle Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON III is not covered by your new vehicle warranty After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way Engine Coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating or if you need to add coolant to your radiator see Engine Overheating in the Index The proper coolant for your Pontiac will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 762 F 128 C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the proper engine temperature e letthe warning lights work as they should What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean water preferably distilled and one half antifreeze that meets GM Specification 1825 M which won t damage aluminum parts You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825 M with a complete coolant flush and refill Use GM Engine Coolant Supplement sealer
61. or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation North American Export Sales NAES 1908 Calonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 Filling Your Tank The cap ts behind a hinged door on the left side of your vehicle While refueling hang the cap inside the fuel door To take off the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise N CAUTION Gasoline vapor is highly flammable It burns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline When you put the cap back on turn it to the right until you hear at least three clicks NOTICE If you need a new cap be sure to get the right type Your dealer can get one for 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 Be careful not to spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Pontiac in the Index 6 6 Checking Things Under the Hood Hood Release To open the hood first pull i the handle inside the IN CAUTION
62. or every 6 months whichever occurs first ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY y 87 000 Miles 145 000 km 90 000 Miles 150 000 km 1 Change engine oil and filter or every Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service C Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first C Inspect engine accessory drive belt or every 24 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Inspect camshaft timing belt An Emission Control Service DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 7 22 SERVICED BY CI Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 24 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service C Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Y Replace air cleaner filter Replace filter more often under dusty conditions An Emission Control Service Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service R
63. out how to contact Pontiac if you need assistance This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects This section includes information on The Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Hearing or Speech Impaired BBB Auto Line Alternative Dispute Resolution Program Reporting Safety Defects Roadside Assistance and Service Publications Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and Pontiac Normally any concern with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer s Sales or Service Departments Sometimes however despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed with the Sales Service or Parts Manager contact the owner of the dealership or the General Manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the Pontiac Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 PM CARES In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Assistance Center in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 Engl
64. problem The Blood Alcohol Concentration BAC of someone who is drinking depends upon four things How much alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a I 80 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 hy drinking three 4 ounce 120 ml glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1 1 2 ounces 45 ml of a liquor like whiskey gin or vodka 4 2 It s the amount of alcohol that counts For example if the same person drank three double martinis 3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each within an hour the person s BAC would be close to 0 12 percent A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks The law in many U S states sets the legal limit ata BAC of 0 10 percent In growing number of U S states and throughout Canada the limit is 0 08 percent In some other countries it s
65. re already moving use NEUTRAL only NOTICE Don t try to shift to PARK P if your Pontiac is moving If you do you could damage the transaxle Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped 2 13 To start your engine I Without pushing the accelerator pedal turn your ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm NOTICE Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor 2 If your engine won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as vou hold the key in START for about three seconds If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds This clears the extra gasoline from the engine Ai NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the fuel injection system operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly If you ever have to have your vehicle towed see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without d
66. shift lever is fully into PARK P range before starting the engine Your Pontiac has a brake transaxle shift interlock You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK P while keeping the brake pedal pushed down Release the shift lever button if you have a console shift Then move the shift lever out of PARK P3 being sure to press the shift lever button if you have a console shift See Shifting Out of PARK P in the Index REVERSE R Use this gear to back up NOTICE Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle Shift to REVERSE K only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transaxle see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NEUTRAL In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed LN CAUTION Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is 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 PARK P or NEUTRAL
67. so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced If you make a hard stop the light may come on for a moment This is normal This indicates that oil is not going through your engine quickly enough to keep it lubricated The engine could be low on ail or could have some other oil problem Have it fixed right away NOTICE The oil light could also come on in three other situations Damage to your engine from neglected oil When the ignition is on but the engine is not running problems can be costly and is not covered by your the light will come on as a test to show you it 15 warranty working but the light will go out when you turn the ignition to START If it doesn t come on with the ignition on you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb Have it fixed right away Q M OT Low Oil Level Light Your engine is equipped with an oil level monitoring system When the ignition key 1s turned on the LOW OIL LEVEL light will briefly flash If the light does not flash have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you 1f there s a problem If the light stays on stop the vehicle on a level surface and turn the engine off Check the oil level using the engine oil dipstick See Engine Oil in the Index If the light does not flash have the low oil level sensor system repaired so it will be ready to warn you if there s
68. the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed Here s the second way to go to a higher speed Move the cruise switch from ON to Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and then release the switch To increase your speed in very small amounts move the switch to R A for less than half a second and then release it Each time you do this your vehicle will go mph 1 6 km h faster The accelerate feature will only work after you set the the cruise control speed by pushing the SET button To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control Push in the SET button until you reach the lower speed you want then release it e To slow down in very small amounts push the SET button for less than half a second Each time you do this you ll go 1 mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going downhill vou may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying th
69. the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away e Idle for long periods in traffic from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until Stop after high speed driving Tow a trailer there is no sign of steam or coolant before opening the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool 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 on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about ten minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle 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 warning stops But then if you still have the warming 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 rig
70. the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake Tocheck the parking brake With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only Tocheck the PARK P mechanism s holding ability Shift to PARK P Then release all brakes Underbody Flushing 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 Part 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 Restraint Systems Now and then make sure all your belts buckles latch plates retractors anchorages and reminder systems are working properly Look for any loose parts or damage If you see anything that might keep a restraint system from doing its job have it repaired Steering Suspension and Front Wheel Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for p
71. to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red ee M REA cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm You can run the engine to keep warm but be careful A CAUTION Snow can trap exhaust gases 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 is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn t collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that s away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the
72. won t get in Test the transmitter 2 7 Trunk Lock Remote Trunk Release Option To unlock the trunk from the outside insert the door key and turn it You can also use the Remote Lock Control if your vehicle has this option Press the button behind the glove box door to unlock the trunk from inside your vehicle Your transaxle shift lever must be in PARK P Remember that your trunk can be opened at any time using this lock release Be sure to lock your doors Glove Box A CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the trunk open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk Make sure all windows are shut Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on VENT That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Use the door key to lock and unlock the glove box To Index open lift the latch If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your Pontiac has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make il impossi
73. you or others could be When you are do j this Check the vehicle could injured Follow the steps below al IP it does you or others could be 2 injured Follow Var ops Below 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room E around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 1 Before vou start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle M 7 37 2 Firmly apply the parking brake see Parking Brake in the Index if necessary NOTE Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the key to the RUN position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular hrake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P your vehicle s BTSI 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 PARK P The key should come out only in LOCK 7 38 Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK P Mechanism Check N CAUTION When you are doing this check your vehicle could begin to move You or others could be injured and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it hegins to roll Be ready to apply the regular prp sc HE meri Park on a fairly steep hill with
74. your brakes e Will the trailer brake parts take 3 000 psi 20 650 kPa of pressure If not the trailer brake system must not be used with your vehicle e Ifeverything checks out this far then make the brake fluid tap at the upper rear master cylinder port But don t use copper tubing for this 1f you do it will bend and break off Use steel brake tubing Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your riz Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check the trailer hitch and platform and attachments safety chains electrical connector lamps tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has electric brakes start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller hy hand to be sure the brakes are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as vou would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking an
75. your tape player follow the instructions with the cleaning cassette If you use this type of cleaner the radio may display an error and eject the cartridge This is normal and is the result of an added feature in the tape player that detects broken tapes If an error occurs you will need to insert the cleaning cassette at least three times to thoroughly clean the tape player You may prefer to use non scrubbing action wet type cleaner This type of cleaner uses a fabric belt to clean the tape head This type of cleaner cassette will not cause an error but it may not clean the tape player as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner A scrubbing action cleaner 1s available through your dealer GM Part No 12344600 Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always verify that the cassette tape is in good condition and the tape player is clean before obtaining service on your tape player Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a disc is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs Pick up dises hy grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge R 0 5 5 Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna ca
76. your vehicle or when you begin to drive away you may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise And you may even notice that your brake pedal moves a litle while this is soing on This is the ABS system testing itself If there s a problem with the anti lock brake system the anti lock brake system warning light will stay on or flash See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index Here s how anti lock works Lets say the road is wet You re driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes Here s what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer ts programmed to make the most of available 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 Remember Anti lock doesn t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal I 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 To Use Anti Lock Don t pump the brakes
77. 6 60 Daytime Running Lamps trae waa e Sit RS wp 2 35 Dead Battery Site NOE TARLAC arn aw E fe 5 2 Defects BOOTING leere eerte 8 4 Defensive Driving sea ere eels da a ea die 4 Defogger Rear Window Leod Defogging and Defrosting Windows 3 3 Dolby B Noise Reduction 0 0 cc cence 39 DNE RIT fea eset ee ee RS TE P 2 38 LOGER Lic aua ras DAC ee SR e acd o Re Rm 2 3 Driver Position 2 Door Models 1 10 Driver Position 4 Door Models I 16 Driving aa aaa d E 4 14 DIN EU cere Vd OP bah a RCRUM WW eRe ease 4 18 Defensive Pay ew DA EHE e P CREN SRE ane 4 2 Freeway VIGH ED MERERI EE E EIER 4 19 Ira Berat uu eo 4 25 I5 oo cen teens 6 4 Ij Ub REND IS ri du toes rd COD LEG RO 4 9 On Grades with a Trailer 4 EE 4 35 On Hill and Mountain Roads 4 21 On Snow and Ice is tala Gl aaa alin a Sao Through Deep Standing Water m E WATE Gs gee ew racine o cade duas aei Earum 2 d 23 A erste dale boos A ES 4 33 Drunken Driving loeo eos b Ecc Equipment Adding 2 14 3 14 6 63 Electronic Controls Air Conditioning WARD sure 3 1 Engine erri or nies
78. Be sure e Be um Lu be driving under severe conditions include a small bag your engine coolant mix 15 correct EAE A of sand a piece of old carpet couple of burlap bags You may want to put winter emergency supplies in to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure your trunk these items in your vehicle _ Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road you can have a very slippery situation You ll have a lot less traction or grip and will need to be very careful What s the worst time for this Wet ice Very cold snow or ice can he slick and hard to drive on But wet icc can be even more trouble because 1t may offer the least traction of all You can gel wet ice when it s about freezing 32 F 0 C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Accelerate gently Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Unless you have the anti lock braking system you ll want to brake very gently too If you d
79. D LUBRICANT a Pivots and Spring Anchor Release Paw a Engine oil b Chassis lubricant GM Part No 1052497 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB Engine oil or Lubriplate Lubricant GM Part No 1050109 Hood and Door Hinges Fuel Door Hinge and Trunk Access Panel Hinges Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 or equivalent Weatherstrip Conditioning See Replacement Parts in the Index for recommended replacement filters valves and spark plugs 7 41 Part E Maintenance Record Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance be added on After the scheduled services are performed record the the following record pages Also you should retain all date odometer reading and who performed the service maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record SERVIC ED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ODOMETER READING Maintenance Record e ul Z lt Maintenance Record SERVICED BY ODOMETER READING Maintenance Record z Z zZ 2 z SERVICED BY Y Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find
80. Driver Position 4 Door Models The belt should go back out of the way This part describes the driver s restraint system If you have a two door model see Driver Position 2 Door Models earlier in this section Lap Shoulder Belt 4 Door Models 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 Seats in the Index so you can sit up straight Belore you close the door be sure the belt is out of the wily If you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle 1 16 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if vou ever had to 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across vou very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 5 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as vou pull up on the shoulder belt e e 127 1 18 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies
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82. IS 3 S 3 Remove the three wing nuts from the lamp bar on the driver side 4 Remove the two wing nuts from the lamp bar on the 2 Remove the three pins from the cover on the passenger side passenger side _ 5 Pull the lamp bar housing away from the body of the vehicle Squeeze the tab on the socket and turn the socket counterclockwise 7T Pull out the socket amp Pull the bulb out of the socket Push in a new bulb Replace the socket into the lamp bar assembly and turn clockwise Replace the lamp bar assembly to the body of the vehicle Install the wing nuts Put the covers back and install the pins rr Front Sidemarker 4 Door Models 1 Remove the screws and pull the sidemarker housing forward Turn the socket counterclockwise and pull the socket out of the housing 3 Pull the bulb out of the socket i Push in a new bulb Replace the socket into the housing and turn clockwise un 6 Replace the housing to the vehicle 7 Install the screws Front Turn Signal 2 Door Models 1 Remove the pins from the cover above the turn signal lamps D 2 Turn the socket counterclockwise 1 6 turn until it feels loose 3 Pull out the socket Pull the bulb out of the socket 3 4 5 Pushin a new bulb 6 Replace the socket into the housing and turn clockwise until it s
83. If the child wears the belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your dealer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extender will be just for you and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure all your belts buckles latch plates retractors anchorages and reminder systems are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged restraint system parts If you see anything that might keep restraint system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Replacing Seat and Restraint System Parts After a Crash
84. MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY BUMPER AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE The other label 15 the Certification label found on the rear edge of the driver s door It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle Ee rr If you do have a heavy load spread it out Don t carry more than 167 pounds 75 kg in your trunk A CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can sirike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or ina crash Put things in the trunk of your vehicle In a trunk put them as far forward as you can Try to spread the weight evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Don t leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break 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 c
85. NE BBB AUTO LINE is an out of court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to settle disputes between customers and automobile manufacturers This program is available free of charge to customers who currently own or lease a GM vehicle If vou are not satisfied after following the Customer Satisfaction Procedure you may contact the BBB using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following address BBB AUTO LINE Council of Better Business Bureaus 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington VA 22203 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 To file a claim you will be asked to provide your name and address your Vehicle Identification Number VIN and a statement of the nature of your complaint Eligibility is limited by vehicle age and mileage and other factors 8 3 We prefer you ulilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE but you may contact the BBB at any time The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary between you and Pontiac If this mediation is unsuccessful an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third party arbitrator The arbitrator will make a decision which you may accept or reject If you accept the decision GM will be bound by that decision The entire dispute resolution procedure should ordinarily take about forty days from the time you file a claim until a decis
86. RCL Press upper knob brielly to recall the station being played or the clock display Finding a Station AM FM Press the lower knob to get AM or FM The display shows your selection TUNE Turn the lower knob to choose radio stations SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station Presets The four pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 14 stations 7 AM and 7 FM 1 Press AM FM to select the band 2 Find the station you want 3 Press SET until the word SET appears on the display 4 Press and hold one of the four numbered buttons or press and hold two side by side buttons 5 The sound will mute When it returns release the buttons Whenever you press that numbered button or pair of buttons the station you set will return Setting the Tone BASS Slide the lever up or down to increase or decrease bass The middle position is a detent TREB Slide the lever up or down to increase or decrease treble The middle position is a detent If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease treble Adjusting the Speakers BAL Tum the control behind the upper knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position is a detent and balances the speakers FADE Turn the control behind the lower knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position is a detent and balances the speakers Optional AM FM Stereo Ra
87. Towing a 4 34 Underbody Fishing euis RTT 7 38 Underbody Maintenance Serer ree 6 61 V ilves Coolant Air Bleed de tea ee 5 20 Vehicle Damage Warnings iv Vehicle Identification Number VIN 6 63 CMAN LL ri rive ume e eR Re RATS 4 27 Vehicle Storage EE 6 28 Vehicle Symbols VOU Tan DELEGEpIh e eue v Vehicle Control Gt A ace aes a vine orem nm 4 5 Vehicle Leaving Your 4 aaa edele aja ad Vehicles First Sold in Canada 4 ii bos rel Der PW E U E a OE E PCOPERES 3 3 Ventilation 5ystem Flow Through j ai da mde d ad e cR 3 4 nul aM er RC ny TT 3 4 NIB 6 63 sede nm 4 15 Visor Vamty Mirta 2 43 VIEDIS GUI coco rr RARE STORIE ATE ROCA 45333248 2 43 Warming DEVICES Lco sies enn maniera us 3 2 Warning Flashers Hazard 5 1 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 2 48 Washer Fluid Windshield 6 24 Washers Windshield Se 2 30 Washing Your Vehicle eser nnm 6 59 Water Driving Through Deep Standing 2 14 TONMDERITDE LcccecccecxeeeoneE CE CERTE Porro 6 58 Wheel Alignment 6 52 Wheel Nut Toeque 11 2 orc el e ex 3 29 Wheel Replaceme
88. Y 2 49 Low DI 4 2 58 11 CHEVA aeree ene cR omen 2 57 Safety Belt Reminder 125 2 50 Second Gear Start 2 20 Wala aleve dC EE os EPA IW 2 58 Service Engine So0n ener RR 2 56 TARO 2 A 2 45 Loading Your Vehicle eee eee 3 27 Locks Antomatiec Door COE E ER 2 4 EEN a E T Na ONN 2 3 Power ESO E EE E A E 2 4 apeing Coli ne retia nra 7 38 TONTUE AO loe a 2 2 ERATES eu ea T Led 2 8 ca Livbcpcrad rS REM a E EX OB E CE 2 27 9 6 Loss of Control CONG Gag CY ERU Ya XN n 4 13 Low Coolant Warning Light DIS T eo 2 55 6 20 Low Feel Light olaca enori nins 2 49 Low Level Light 2 5 852 58 6 11 e quiis d UE 2 54 Lubricants and Fluids aen 6 71 Lubin Body 8 pense 7 37 Mhaintenance a ys a oe oe ee 7 42 Maintenance Schedule ROE ng ge 7 1 Owner Checks and Services 7 36 Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 39 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Veo mehr T 40 RNS i VEO RE CELERE Rae RR Kg 7 6 Schedule I Definition 2 ee betes 7 4 Schedule 7 26 Schedule Definition lee ro nmn 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 3 Maintenance No
89. a Ontario KIG 312 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 PM CARES or write Pontiac Division Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac MI 48340 2950 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7354 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program Security While You Travel 1 800 ROADSIDE 1 800 762 3743 As the proud owner of a new Pontiac vehicle you are automatically enrolled in the Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program This value added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road Pontiac s Roadside Assistance toll free number is staffed by a team of technically trained advisors who are available 24 hours a day 365 days year We take anxiety out of uncertain situations by providing minor repair information over the phone or making arrangements to tow your vehicle to the nearest Pontiac dealer 3 We will provide the following services for 3 years 36 000 miles at no expense to you Vehicle out of fuel Keys locked in vehicle Tow to nearest dealership for warranty Change a flat tire Jump starts Courtesy Transportation For warranty repairs
90. a problem The oil level monitoring system only checks oil level during the brief period between key on and engine crank It does not monitor engine oil level when the engine 1s running Additionally an oil level check is only performed if the engine has been turned off for a considerable period of time allowing the oil normally in circulation to drain back into the oil pan Security Light This light will come on when vou turn the key to START and stay on until the vehicle starts It will also come on and stay on if your key is too dirty or wet for the PASS Key system to read the resistor pellet If the resistor pellet is damaged or missing the light will flash It you re driving and the light comes on and remains on your PASS Key II system is not working properly Your vehicle is not protected by PASS Key II and you should see your dealer A nr Trip Calculator Option 7 ANS ECON ned b b b AVG SPEED k b HAN When you start your engine the trip calculator will display a mode A lighted arrow shows which mode is displayed INST ECON Shows your fuel economy when you select this mode This display will update every second and cannot be reset AVG ECON Shows your average fuel economy since you last reset this mode AVG SPEED Shows your average speed since you last reset this mode t counts only the time the engine is running The display will be updated every three se
91. ad Tires in the Index City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving e Know the best way to get to where you are going Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving e 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 be running the red light 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 t traffic signals 4 18 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 ts Keep up with traffic and keep to the right Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving Too fast or too slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane AI the entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive al
92. adlamp system any time you need it Interior Lamps When any door is opened several lamps come on These lamps are courtesy lamps They make it easy for you to enter and leave your vehicle You can also turn these lamps on by moving the PANEL dial all the way up Some of the lamps have switches so you can turn them on even when the doors are closed These lamps are reading lamps To avoid draining your battery be sure to turn off all reading lamps when leaving your vehicle Battery Saver Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from draining the battery in case you accidentally leave the courtesy lamps on If you leave the PANEL dial turned all the way up or if you leave a door open the lamps will automatically turn off after 10 minutes if the ignition 15 off This feature will not turn off the reading lamps only the lamps controlled by the PANEL dial Be sure to turn off any reading lamps using the switch before you leave the vehicle 2 36 Sustained Interior Wlumination Your courtesy lamps will come on and stay on for a set time whenever you Open a door e Press UNLOCK on the Remote Lock Control if equipped e Press DOOR on the Remote Lock Control if equipped If you open a door the lamps will stay on while it s open and then turn off automatically about 18 seconds after vou close it If you don t open a door the lamps will turn off after about 18 seconds unless you p
93. al It tells you much more about how to service your Pontiac than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Pontiac in the Index You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record in the Index N CAUTION You can be injured if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Besure you have sufficient knowledge experience and the proper replacement parts and tonls before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confused If you use the wrong fasteners parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt NOTICE If you try to do your own service work without knowing enough about it your vehicle could be damaged Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher It should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the United States and CGSB 3 5 92 in Canada These fuels should have the proper additives so you should not have to add anything to the fuel In the United States and Canada it s easy to be sure vou get the right kind of gasoline unleaded You ll see UNLEADED right on the pump And only unleaded
94. alves They are located on the thermostat housing and heater inlet pipe 3 1L L82 Code M Engine 3 1L V6 VIN Code M There are two bleed valves One is located on the thermostat housing The other is located on the thermostat bypass tube Fill the radiator with the proper mix up to the base of the filler neck If you see a stream coolant coming from an air bleed valve close the valve Otherwise close the valves after the radiator is filled 5 Rinse or wipe any spilled coolant from the engine and compartment 6 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the COLD mark Put the cup back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiato pressure cap olf Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this 11 Check the coolant in the recovery tank The level in the coolant recovery tank should be at the HOT 8 Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the mark when the engine is hot or at the COLD mark upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the when the engine is cold engine fans 9 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 If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire
95. amaging your vehicle See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Engine Coolant Heater Option In very cold weather 0 F 18 C or colder the engine coolant heater can help You ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle To use the coolant heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps NOTICE After you ve used the coolant heater be sure to store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long should you
96. ance program accessible from anywhere in Cunada or the United States Please refer to the separate brochure provided by the dealer or call 800 268 6800 for emergency services Service and Owner Publications Service manuals service bulletins owner s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and many past model General Motors vehicles Toll free telephone numbers for ordering information United States 1 800 551 4123 Canada 1 800 668 5539 Service Manuals Service manuals contain diagnostic and repair information for all chassis and body systems They may be useful for owners who wish to gain a greater understanding of their vehicle They are also useful for owners with the appropriate skill level or training who wish to perform do it yourself service These are authentic General Motors service manuals meant for professional qualified technicians Service Bulletins Service bulletins covering various subjects are regularly sent to all General Motors dealerships GM monitors product performance in the field When service methods found which promote better service on GM vehicles bulletins are created to help the technician perfarm better service Service bulletins may involve any number of vehicles Some will describe inexpensive service others will describe expensive service Some will advise of new or unexpected conditions and others may help avoid future costly repairs Servic
97. another ignition key See your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS Key BTI to have a new key made If you re ever driving and the SECURITY light comes on you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off Your PASS Key n system however is not working properly and must he serviced by your Pontiac dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key II system If you lose or damage a PASS Key SI ignition key se your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key II to have a new key made In an emergency call the Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program at 1 800 ROADSIDE or 1 800 762 3743 2 11 New Vehicle Break In Ignition Switch 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 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 With the ignition key in the ignition switch you can turn time you get new brake linings the switch to five positions Don t tow a trailer during break in See ACC A This position lets you use things like the Towing a Trailer in the Index for m
98. appear on the display meaning your system is unsecured If SEC appears you entered the wrong code and the system is still secured Understanding Radio Reception FM Stereo FM Stereo will give you the best sound but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to come and go AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can also pick up noise from things like storms and power lines To lower this noise try reducing the treble level 3 13 Tips About Your Audio System Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage e Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting e Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio be sure you can add what you want If you can it s very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine Del
99. ard Power Door Locks Press the power door lock switch to lock or unlock all doors On four door models the rear doors do not have power door lock switches The lever on each rear door works only that door s lock It won t lock or unlock all the doors Automatic Door Locks Just close your doors and turn on the ignition All of the doors will lock when you move your shift lever out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N All doors will unlock automatically when the ignition is turned off If someone needs to get out while the vehicle is running have that person use the manual or power lock When the door is closed again it will lock automatically as long as the shift lever is out of PARK P or NEUTRAL and the ignition is on Note that the door must be opened then closed or the door will not automatically relock If you don t want the doors to unlock automatically when you turn the ignition off vou can remove the Lock Control fuse in the instrument panel fuse block See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle take your keys open your door and set the locks from inside Then get out and close the door n e Remote Lock Control Option If your Pontiac has this option you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from up to 30 feet 9 m away using the key chain transmitter supplied with your vehicle Your Remote Lock Control operates on a radio frequ
100. as possible Hot Coolant Can Burn You Badly In Problems on the Road this manual shows what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index Low Coolant Warning Light If this ight comes on your system is low on coolant and the engine may overheat See Engine Coolant in the Index and have your vehicle serviced as SOON as you can 2 55 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light A computer monitors operation of your fuel ignition and emission control systems This light should come on when the ignition is on but the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working If it does not come on at all have it fixed right away If it stays on or it comes on while you are driving the computer is indicating that you have a problem You should take your vehicle in for service soon NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while the emission controls won t work as well your fuel economy won t be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty Oil Warning Light Sometimes when the engine is idling at a stop the light may blink and off This ts normal If you have a problem with your oil this light may stay on after you start your engine iW COITIC CTI when you are driving A CAUTION Don t keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become
101. asive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish NOTICE Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather und chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your Pontiac garaged or covered whenever possible 6 59 Aluminum Wheels If So Equipped Your aluminum wheels have a protective coating similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals chrome polish abrasive cleaners or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage this coating After rinsing thoroughly a wax may be applied NOTICE If you have aluminum wheels don t use an automatic car wash that has hard silicon carbide cleaning brushes These brushes can take the protective coating off your aluminum wheels Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with tire cleaner When applying tire dressing always take care to
102. asoline Engines Starburst symbol Failure to use the proper oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM Goodwrench oil in Canada GM Engine Oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil Your Pontiac dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added 6 13 When to Change Engine Oil See if any one of these is true for you Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles 8 to 16 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic Most trips are through dusty areas You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle If any one of these is true for your vehicle then you need to change your oil and filter every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever comes first If none of them is true change the oil and filter every 7 500 miles 12 500 km or 12 months whichever comes first Engine Coolant Heater An engine coolant heater can be a big help if you have to park outside in very cold weather 0 F 18 C or colder If your vehicle has this option see Engine Coolant Heater in the Index What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay
103. at you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your Pontiac dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants lists some products GM recommends to help keep your vehicle properly maintzined These products or their equivalents should be used whether you do the work yourself or have it done Part E Maintenance Record provides a place lor you to record the maintenance performed on your vehicle Whenever any maintenance is performed be sure to write it down in this part This will help you determine when your next maintenance should be done In addition it is a good idea to keep your maintenance receipts They may be needed to qualify your vehicle for warranty repairs 7 2 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition But we don t know exactly how you ll drive it You may drive very short distances only 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 re
104. ath 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 had 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 your vehicle fixed immediately 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 N CAUTION Idling the engine with the air system control off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle see 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 garage with the engine running Another closed in place can he a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index dd CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not Fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicl
105. ba vehicle An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan Z CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and Then go to the front of the start a fire These include liquids like gasoline vehicle and release the oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and d secondary hood release Lift other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others the hood could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill Before closing the hood be things that will burn onto a hot engine sure all the filler caps are on n properly Then just pull the hood down and close it pg firmly With the 3 1L L 82 Code M engine when you open the hood you ll see 1 Radiator Pressure 7 Engine Oil Dipstick 2 Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick 3 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 9 Brake Fluid Reservoir 4 Coolant Bleed Valves 10 Air Cleaner 5 Electric Engine Fans II Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 Engine Oil Fill Cap With the 3 41 LOT Code X engine when you open the hood you ll see 2 1 4 Engine Oil Pill Cap Radiator Pressure Cap 7 Coolant Bleed Valves Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 9 Brake Fluid Reservoir Electric Engine Fans IO Air Cleaner Engine Onl Dipstic
106. ble to steal However there are ways you can help Key in the Ignition If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys inside 1t s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves so don t do it When you park your Pontiac and open the driver s door you ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your steering wheel will be locked and so will your ignition and transaxle And remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area or take them with you Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle it s best to lock it up and take your keys But what if you have to leave your ignition key What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle e 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 2 260 PASS Key II Your vehicle 15 equipped with the PASS Key Il Personalized Automotive Security System theft deterrent system PASS Key Il is a passive theft deterrent system This means you don t have to do anything different to arm or disarm the system It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition PASS Key II uses a resistor pellet in t
107. c cord must be under the belt Then place the guide There is one guide for each outside passenger position in over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the rear seat You will find them tucked in hetween the the slots of the guide 1 34 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat 4 Bucklethe belt around the child and make sure that both The elastic cord must be under the belt and the the lap belt and the shoulder belt are secured properly guide on top Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder See Safety Belts Rear Seat Passengers in the Index To remove and store the comfort guides just perform these steps in reverse order Squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Rotate the guide and clip inward and in between the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop of elastic cord exposed C 8 08 Children Smaller Children and Babies Everyone in a vehicle needs protection That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle So QS Set _ CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 km
108. ck brakes Anti Lock Brake System Active Light Option When your anti lock system is adjusting brake pressure to help avoid a braking skid the LOW TRAC light will come on Slippery road conditions will exist if this light comes on so adjust your driving accordingly The light will stay on for a few seconds after the system stops adjusting brake pressure The LOW TRAC light also comes on briefly as a bulb check when the engine is started If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be there to tell you when the system is active Engine Coolant Temperature Light This light tells you that your engine coolant has overheated or your radiator cooling fan is not working 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 Engine Overheating in the Index Engine Coolant Temperature Gage You have a gage that shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the red area your engine 15 too hot That reading means the same thing as the warning light 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
109. clean and dry N CAUTION Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may severely weaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean water Glass Glass should be cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner GM Part No 1050427 or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films Don t use abrasive cleaners on glass because they may cause scratches Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window since they may have to be scraped off later If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window an electric defogger element may be damaged Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon Ami Powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water Wiper blades should be checked on a regular basis and replaced when worn Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply
110. co radio or other systems and even damage them And your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly So before adding sound equipment check with your retailer and be sure to check Federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units 3 14 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly is subject to reduced sound quality ruining the cassette or damaging the mechanism Tape cassettes that are not properly stored in their plastic cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat may not operate properly and could cause premature failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned with every 50 hours of use to provide optimum performance Your radio may display Cln to indicate that you have used your tape player for 50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer you notice a reduction in sound quality regardless of when the tape player was last cleaned try playing a different cassette to see 1f the tape or the tape player is at fault If the second cassette results in no improvement in sound quality try cleaning the tape player Proper tape plaver cleaning should be done with a scrubbing action nonabrasive cleaner cassette This is a wet Lype cleaning system that uses a cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn To properly clean
111. come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index When It s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tire if You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage 6 49 Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Tire Loading Information label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tires sidewall When you get new tires get ones with that same TPC Spee 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 ser
112. conds until you select another mode FUEL USED Shows the total amount of fuel used since you last reset this mode The amount can be displayed in gallons or liters RANGE Shows how much farther you can travel with the fuel you have before refueling If there is less than one eighth of a tank LOFUEL will be displayed If the fuel level is low enough LOFUEL will show on the display in all modes The message will flash for 60 seconds and then stay on until you add more fuel You can t reset RANGE mode Range is updated automatically when you reset AVG ECON EXT TEMP Shows the temperature outside your vehicle Temperature can be displayed in Fahrenheit or Celsius This mode can t be reset TRIP Shows how far you ve driven since you last reset this mode ELAPSED TIME Shows how much time has passed with the engine running since you last reset this made 209 Control Buttons The trip calculator has three buttons that control its functions MODE Press this button to change the mode being displayed EJM Press this button to change the display from English to metric units or metric to English RESET Press this button for one second to reset the mode displayed If you push and hold RESET for more than five seconds all the modes will reset You can t reset INST ECON RANGE or EXT TEMP Head Up Display Option If you have the Head Up Display HUD you can see the speedometer reading in English or metric un
113. cut by sharp edges underneath the towed vehicle Always use T hooks inserted in the T hook slots Never use J hooks They will damage drivetrain and suspension components ER L Attach T hook chains in EXAM front of the wheels into the side slots of the cradle on both sides NOTICE Do not tow with sling type equipment or fascia fog lamp damage will occur Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment To help avoid damage install a towing dolly and raise the vehicle until adequate clearance is obtained between the ground and or wheel lift equipment Do not attach winch cables or J hooks to suspension components when using car carrier equipment Always use T hooks inserted in the T hook slots Use wheel lift or car carrier equipment Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment Use safety chains and wheel straps A1 I n i Attach a separate safety Rear Towing Hooku ps chain around the outboard x end of each lower control a Attach T hook chains into arm Uu qug 2 the slotted holes in the js bottom of the floor pan support rails just ahead of the rear wheels on both sides NOTICE Do not tow with sling type equipment or the rear bumper valance will be damaged Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle Dama
114. d 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 bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Making Turns NOTICE Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering When you re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle has to have a different turn signal flasher and extra wiring The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the green arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind y
115. dealer GM Part No 1052753 or equivalent conforming to GM Specification 1825M or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M Coolant GM Part No 3634621 or Supplement equivalent with a complete flush and refill USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines Starburst symbol of the proper viscosity To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle s engine see Engine Oil in the Index Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid System GM Part No 1052535 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Parking Brake Chassis lubricant GM Part Guides Na 1052497 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB 7 40 Power Steering System Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders Automatic Transaxle Shift Linkage Chassis Lubrication Windshield Washer Solvent FLUID LUBRICANT GM Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid GM Part No 1052884 or equivalent DEXRON III Automatic Transmission Fluid Lubricate with Multi Purpose Lubricant GM Part No 12345120 or synthetic SAE 5W 30 engine oil Engine oil Chassis lubricant GM Part No 1052497 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB GM Optikleen Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent USAGE Hood Latch Assembly FLUI
116. dios If your Pontiac has a radio with a cassette tape player a compact disc player or a graphic equalizer the instructions below will explain how to use the radio For other features see the instructions for the feature your radio has Playing the Radio Push POWER to turn the system on or off VOL Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume RECALL Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or the clock display If you press the button when the ignition is off the clock will show for a few seconds Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to get AM or FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to choose radio stations Push the knob back in when you re not using it SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station Presets The six pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations 6 AM 6 FMI and 6 FM2 1 Press AM FM to select the band 2 Find the station you want a Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons The sound will mute When it returns and SET appears on the display release the button Whenever you press that numbered button the station you set will return Adjusting the Speakers BAL Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position
117. display 2 Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display 3 Press MIN again and hold until the last two digits of your code appear 4 Press and hold HR until the first digit or digits of your code appear 5 Press AM FM after you make sure the code matches the one you wrote down SEC should appear on the display meaning you can now use your system and it is secured If LOC appears you entered the wrong code and the system is still locked If you enter the wrong code eight times InOP will appear on the display You will have to wait an hour with the ignition on before you can try again When you try again you will only have three chances to enter the correct code before InOP appears If you lose or forget your code and cannot unlock the system contact you dealer 3 12 Disabling THEFTLOCK If you want to turn off you will need to enter your code If you lose or forget your code see your dealer 1 Turn the ignition on and the radio off 2 Press the and 4 preset buttons at the same time and hold until SEC shows on the display You now have only 15 seconds between each of the following steps 3 Press MIN and O00 will appear on the display 4 Press MIN again and hold until the last two digits of your code appear 5 Press and hold HR until the first digit or digits of your code appear 6 Press AM FM after vou make sure the code matches the one you wrote down should
118. dly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if vou ever have to turn the pressure cap a eae e s m zi 1 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as VOLUI turm it Remove the pressure cap How to Add Coolant to the Radiator NOTICE Your engine has a specific radiator fill procedure Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged l You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and IN 227 upper radiator hose is N CAUTION no longer hot Turn the You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot pressure cap slowly to a E dde engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol the left until it first desit n and it will burn if the engine parts hot stops Don t press down SET MET while turainp the enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine D pressure cup If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left After the engine cools open the coolant air bleed valve 3 4L LOI Code X Engine 3 4L V6 VIN Code X There are two bleed v
119. during the Bumper to Bumper coverage period interim transportation may be available under the Pontiac Courtesy Transportation Program Please consult your dealer for details In Canada please consult your GM dealer for information on Courtesy Transportation We have quick easy access to telephone numbers of the following services depending on your needs Hotel Glass replacement Rental vehicles or taxis Police fire department or hospitals In many instances mechanical failures are covered under Pontiac s comprehensive warranty However when other outside services are utilized our advisors will explain any payment obligations you might incur For prompt and efficient assistance when calling please provide the following information to the advisor Location of vehicle Telephone number of your location Vehicle model year and color Mileage of vehicle Vehicle identification number Vehicle license plate number Pontiac reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when in Pontiac s judgement th claims become obsessive in frequency or type of occurrence While we hope that you never have the occasion 10 use our service it is added security while travelling for you and your family Remember we re only a phone call away Pontiac Roadside Assistance 1 800 ROADSIDE or 1 800 762 3743 eee Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assist
120. e C Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first LJ Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 13 Maintenance Schedule 45 000 Miles 75 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service ACTUAL MILEAGE 48 000 Miles 80 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service C Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 3 4 50 000 Miles 83 000 km 51 000 Miles 85 000 km _ Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter C Change engine oil and filter or every if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or 3 months whichever occurs first more of these conditions An Emission Control Service n heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent tra
121. e Carbon Monoxide in the Index Dirt and water can too The bumpers on your vehicle are not intended for hitches Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper type hitches to them Use only a frame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig And never allow safety chains to drag on the ground X M Trailer Brakes Does your trailer have its own brakes Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properly e If your vehicle has 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 Even if your vehicle doesn t have anti lock brakes don t tap into your vehicle s brake system if the trailer s brake system will use more than 0 02 cubic inch 0 3 cc of fluid from your vehicle s master cylinder If it does both braking systems won t work well You could even lose
122. e But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts gt You may be an excellent driver but if you re in an accident even one that isn t your fault you and your passengers can be hurt Being a good driver doesn t protect you from things beyond your control such as bad drivers Most accidents occur within 25 miles 40 km of home And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your Pontiac see the part of this manual called Children Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you ll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position 2 Door Models This part describes the driver s restraint system If you
123. e so it won t fly around in a crash and injure someone l 50 OS ___ _ _ Larger Children If you have the choice a child should sit next to window so the child wear a lap shoulder belt and ect 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 Children who aren t buckled up can strike other people who are Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle s safety belts Q What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt but the child i5 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 sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides in the Index If the child is so small that the shoulder 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 EN UMMM CAUTION Never do this a child tvsitting ina seat that has a lap shoulder belt but the shoulder part is behind the child
124. e 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 eas To Get Out of Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control Step lightly on the brake pedal OR Move the cruise switch to OFF ofr i set 2 LI T To Erase Cruise Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition or shift into PARK P or NEUTRAL N your cruise control set speed memory is erased Lamps The lamp controls are on the instrument panel They control these systems Headlamps Taillamps Parking Lamps License Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Instrument Panel Lamps Courtesy Lamps Fog Lamps 2 34 Turn the knob to LAMPS B to turn on the headlamps and other operating lamps Turn the knob to PARK A to turn on the parking and other operating lamps without the headlamps Turn the knob to OFF to turn off the lamps A warning chime will sound when you turn the ignition switch to OFF LOCK or ACC with the lamps on Fog Lamps To turn the fog lamps on press the top of the fog lamp switch C Press the bottom of the switch to turn the fog lamps off Your parking lamps must be on or your fog lamps won t come on The fog lamps will go off whenever you change to high heam headlamps When you return to low beams the fog lamps will come on again Instr
125. e bulletins are meant for qualified technicians In some cases they refer to specialized tools equipment and safety procedures necessary to service the vehicle Since these bulletins are issued throughout the model year and beyond an index is required and published quarterly to help identify specific bulletins Subscriptions are available You can order an index at the toll free numbers listed previously or ask a GM dealer retailer to see an index or individual bulletin Owner Publications Owner s manuals warranty folders and various owner assistance booklets provide owners with general operation and maintenance information NOTES Y Section 9 Index EE Iran els visa ale rd es ER a Apu eT tie 4 6 Alignment ard Balance Tires 6 52 MPO UOI Ce oan 2 42 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 6 60 Adding Antenna Fixed Mast ae 3 16 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 4 6 18 Antenna Power Mast Care ees Vend e ce EIS 1 16 Brake BUM eiu bcne iac Ure ER cn 6 26 ES Sean er CER MEI 6 19 Electrical Equipment 2 5 4 2 2 14 3 14 6 63 Anti Lock Brake System Active Light vee 2 54 Engine Coolant 6 20 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 53 4 7 Engine W a ell Anti Lock Brakes wea 4 6 Power 10 es ee eee
126. e maximum posted speed for trailers or no more than 55 mph 90 km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts Three important considerations have to do with weight Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never weigh more than 1 000 pounds 450 kg But even that can be too heavy It depends on how you plan to use your rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important And it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at Customer Assistance Center Pontiac Division One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac MI 48340 2952 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 4 3 fI Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total capacity weight of your vehicle The capacity weight includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you will tow a trailer you must subtract the tongue load from your vehicle s capacity weight because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Load
127. e new ones made easily using these plugs If you need a new ignition key contact your Pontiac dealer who can obtain the correct key code or in an emergency call Pontiac Roadside Assistance at I 800 ROADSIDE or 1 800 762 3743 The door keys are for the doors and all other locks NOTICE Your Pontiac has a number of features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in 5o be sure you have extra keys When a new Pontiac is delivered the dealer removes the plugs from the door keys and gives them to the first owner 2 2 Door Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle N CAUTION Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out When a door is locked the inside handle won t open it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle This may nat 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 From the outside use your door key or Remote Lock Control if your vehicle has this aption From the inside slide the lever back to lock the door To unlock slide the lever forw
128. e wheel nut holes install when itis on the vehicle is facing down The full size the retainer over the bolt then install the wing nut Put tire will not fit down into the well Place it so the front is the spacer and nut next to the tire in the well Store the in the well and the rear is out of the well cover as far forward as possible The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire in the Index See the storage instructions label to replace your compact spare into your trunk properly N CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose Nut Cover Wing Nut Spacer 5 Tire Wrench Nut Retamer Jack Bolt 5 31 Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare was fully inflated when your vehicle was new it can lose air after a time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 60 psi 420 kPa After installing the compact spare on your vehicle you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated The campact spare is made to perform well at posted speed limits for distances up ta 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you 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 s
129. e won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you are parking on a hill and if you re pulling a trailer also see Towing a Trailer in the Index Power Windows Switches on the driver s door armrest control each of the windows when the ignition is on In addition each passenger door has a switch for its own window The driver s window switch has an auto down feature This switch ts labeled AUTO Tap the rear of the switch and the driver s window will open a small amount If the rear of the switch is pressed all the way down and released the window will go all the way down To stop the window while it is lowering press the front of the switch To raise the window press and hold the front of the switch On four door models the driver s window controls also include a lock out switch Press LOCK OUT to stop front and rear passengers from using their window switches The driver can still control all the windows with the lock on Push LOCK OUT again for normal window operation When the orange band on the switch is showing the passengers can operate their windows Horn Press either horn symbol on your steering wheel to sound the horn eS PB EAE Tilt Steering Wheel Turn Signal Multifunction Lever A
130. ead of you Perhaps you can ease a little to the right Loss of Control Let s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger 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 hy not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possihle The three types of skids correspond to your Pontiac s three control systems In the braking skid your wheels aren t rolling In the steering or cornering skid too much speed or steering in curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force And in the acceleration skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin A comering skid and an acceleration skid are best handled hy easing your foot off the accelerator pedal 4 13 If your vehicle starts to slide case your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you ll want to slow
131. ed This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes 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 your disc brakes adjust for wear If you rarely make a moderate or heavier stop then your brakes might not adjust correctly If you drive in that way then very carefully make afew moderate brake stops about every 1 000 miles 1 600 km so your brakes will adjust properly Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a modern vehicle 1s complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle 18 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 pul in be sure you get new genuine GM replacement parts If you don t your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement bra
132. eed to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your Pontiac model 6 52 Z CAUTION Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous Tt could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which vou or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis Used Replacement Wheels A CAUTION Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You can t know how it s been used or how many miles it s been driven Ht could fail suddenly and cause an accident If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel 65 Tire Chains NOTICE If your Pontiac has P215 60R 16 or P225 60R 16 size tires don t use tire chains they can damage your vehicle If you have other tires use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the prope
133. ency subject to Federal Communications Commission 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 e 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 Ch nges or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment Press UNLOCK once to unlock the driver s door Press UNLOCK again within five seconds to unlock all the doors The interior lamps will come on see Sustained Interior lllumination in the Index for more details To lock all doors press DOOR To unlock the trunk press the trunk symbol on the transmitter The trunk will only unlock if your transaxle is in PARK P and your ignition is in LOCK OFF or ACC 2 6 Matching Transmitter s To Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a
134. ep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly It s good for your vehicle and you ll be doing your part for cleaner air Many gasolines are now blended with oxygenates General Motors recommends that vou 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 deposit control additives and oxvgenates and if they have been reformulated to reduce vehicle emissions Fuels in Foreign Countries lf 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 be covered by your warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club
135. es around the vehicle ahead then goes back into the right lane again A simple maneuver Not necessarily Passing another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of 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 Watch for traffic signs pavement markings and lines If vou can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection delay your pass A broken center line usually indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle Also you won t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops Keep back a reasonable distance When it looks like a chance to
136. essure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot N CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine paris Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine 6 21 Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE Your radiator cap is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating Be sure 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 Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature When you replace your thermostat an thermostat is recommended 6 22 Power Steering Fluid 3 1L L82 Code M Engine 3 4L LOI Code X Engine How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and loo
137. estraints Replacing Parts After a Crash 10754 Reverse Position Automatic Transaxle 2917 98 Right Front Passenger Position 1 29 R osdside Asustanoe en eee es eee eae 8 5 Roadside Assistance Canadian Nu 7 PONE rk eroe cr aet ince 5 33 Roof Console Reading Lamps 2 38 Rotaron Tue ooo EIE 6 48 Satety Belt Extender sot die see 1 54 Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 2 50 Sufetv Belt amp EE eS rear ie 145 PAU RE TUR 1 10 aera ica Saab E h 58 Center Passenger 1 29 ENG POON esre s tas 1 10 EO EHE 54 How to Wear Properly la eee I 10 Incorrect 1 12 1 19 1 52 A HER MITTERE OE 1 29 Lap Shoulder 2 Door Models 1 10 Lap Shoulder 4 Door Models 1 16 Lap Shoulder Belt 1 1 31 Questions People LD Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides bud Rear Seat Passengers eaten hoes 1 3 Replacing After a Crash 107854 Right Front Passenger Position 1 29 PTY opere rem tdem mI Y EET 1 36 Use by Larger 1 51 Use
138. etting unless the outside temperature is below 40 F 4 5 Even when the compressor is running you can control the temperature F4 VENT This setting brings in outside air and directs it through the instrument panel outlets s VM BI LEVEL This setting brings in outside air and directs It two ways Half of the air is directed through the instrument panel outlets Most of the remaining air is directed through the floor ducts and a little to the defrost and side window vents ted FLOOR This setting sends most of the air through the ducts near the floor The rest comes out of the defroster and side window vents 3 2 SW i tnd DEFOG This setting allows half of the air to go to the floor ducts and half to the defroster and side window vents Sp DEFROST This setting directs most of the air through the defroster and side window vents Some of the air goes to the floor ducts The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 40 F 4 5 C Even when the compressor is running you can control the temperature Air Conditioning Compressor Button Press the A C button to operate the air conditioning compressor The indicator light above the button will glow when the button is pressed You don t have to press the button to run the compressor in MAX or DEFROST Air Conditioning On very hot days open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape
139. even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the U S is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0 05 percent and that the effects are worse at night All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision Ata BAC level of 0 10 percent the chance of this driver having a collision is twelve times greater at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is twenty five times greater The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up I ll be careful isn t the right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able 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
140. every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service C Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 12 months whichever occurs first LI Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information 45 000 Miles 75 000 km _ Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 12 months whichever occurs first Maintenance Schedule I 50 000 Miles 83 000 km _ Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service Ifyou do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing T3 DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 52 500 Miles 87 500 km C Change engine oil and filter or every 2 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service _ Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or ever
141. f the will fold forward The latch must be down for the seat to restraint is closest to the top of your ears This position work properly reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Head Restraints i SSS SSS M Safety Belts They re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells vou some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System or air bag system Z CAUTION Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you re not wearing a safety belt vour injuries can be much worse You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it You can he seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder ta buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In many states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes wal
142. ge can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment To help avoid damage install a towing dolly and raise the vehicle until adequate clearance is obtained between the ground and or whecl lift equipment Do not attach winch cables or J hooks to suspension components when using car carrier equipment Always use T hooks inserted in the T hook slots Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control Use wheel lift or car carrier equipment Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment Use sufety chains and wheel straps Engine Overheating nae ae 2 NOTICE You will find a coolant temperature gage and a warning light about a hot engine on your instrument panel See If your engine catches fire because you keep Engine Coolant Temperature Gage and Engine driving with no coolant your vehicle can he Coolant Temperature Warning Light in the Index You badly damaged The costly repairs would not also have a low coolant light on your instrument panel be covered by your warranty See Low Coolant Light in the Index 5 i If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine a If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no IN C AUTION steam the problem may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you Steam from an overheated engine can burn you e Climb a long hill on a hot day badly even if you just open
143. h a 12 pound 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 pound 110 kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold LN 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 a crash CAUTION Continued 1 37 Child Restraints sure to follow the instructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury The instructions that come with the infant er 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 Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here s why Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Top Strap
144. he ignition key that matches a decoder in your vehicle When the PASS Key Tl system senses that someone is using the wrong kev it shuts down the vehicle s starter and fuel systems 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 ume the vehicle will not start This discourages someone from randomly trying different keys with different resistor pellets in an attempt to make a 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 be 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 another ignition key At this time you may also want to check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index If the starter won t work with the other key your 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 Kev II If you accidentally use key that has a damaged 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
145. he same intervals Footnotes T The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service CI Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 12 months whichever occurs first C Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information Maintenance Schedule 15 000 Miles 25 000 km C Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service C Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 12 months whichever occurs first ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 22 500 Miles 37 500 km _ Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 12 months whichever occurs first
146. help you more than even the very best braking Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here s why Experienced driver or beginner each of us 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 a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you can control 4 9 Suppose you re steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly apply the brakes Both control systems steering and braking have to do their work where the tires meet the road Unless you have four wheel anti lock brakes adding the hard braking can demand too much of those places You can lose control The same thing can happen if you re steering through a sharp curve and you suddenly accelerate Those two con
147. ht away 5 14 3 1L L82 Code M Engine When you decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what you Il see A Coolant Recovery Tank B Radiator Pressure Cap C Electric Engine Fans The coolant level should be at or above the COLD mark If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses AT heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in AN CAUTION the cooling system 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 If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down N CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can he 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 NOTICE Engine damage from running vour engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine fan s are running If the engine is overheating both fanis should be running If they aren t your vehicle needs service How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank W vou haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level i
148. ic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use vour vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing Part B Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle make sure they are the proper ones as shown in Part D At Each Fuel Fill It is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill Engine Oil Level Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mix if necessary See Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index for f
149. ickly if you ever had to 1 40 6 To tighten the belt feed the shoulder belt into the Securing a Child Restraint in the Center retractor while you push down on the child restraint Rear Seat Position You ll be using the lap belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger SS 41 See the earlier part about the top strap if the child 3 Secure the child in the child restraint as the restraint has one instructions say 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch 4 Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the plate and pulling tt along the belt restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 2 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint 5 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button 15 positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 42 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 rest
150. icle can roll If you have 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 use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index ES e Move the lever up as far as it will go Column Shift 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P position like this F A 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 PARK P 220 Console Shift I Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P position like this Hold in the button on the lever and push the lever all the way toward the front of 4 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 PARK Pj Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running N CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine
151. ide of your windows When you enter a vehicle in cold weather adjust the mode knob to FLOOR and the fan to the highest speed for few moments before driving off This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle Audio Systems Your Delco audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your Deleo system can do and how to operate all its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into Setting the Clock Radio Without Cassette Tape or Compact Disc Player I With the ignition on press SET SET will appear on the display for five seconds ta Press and hold the up arrow on the SEEK button until the correct minute appears 3 Press and hold the down arrow on the SEEK button until the correct hour appears Radio with Cassette Tape or Compact Disc Player I Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears 2 Press and hold MIN until the correct minute appears AM FM Stereo Radio Playing the Radio Turn the VOLUME knob to turn the system on or off VOLUME Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume
152. ifferent know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions We ve or turn suddenly also included many other useful tips on driving Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy It s the number one contributor to the highway death toll claiming thousands of victims every year Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision Attentiveness Police records show that almost half of all motor vehicle related deaths involve alcohol In most cases these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving In recent years some 8 000 annual motor vehicle related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol with more than 300 000 people injured Many adults by some estimates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it s against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the
153. iler towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Ee p di qi 54 000 Miles 90 000 km 57 000 Miles 95 000 km L Change engine oil and filter or every Li Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service C Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 7 16 I 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first 1 Inspect engine accessory drive belt or every 24 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service LJ Inspect camshaft timing belt An Emission Control Service Maintenance Schedule C Drain flush and refill cooling system or
154. in audio system functions using the buttons on your steering wheel VOLUME Press the up or down arrows to increase or decrease volume PLAY Press to play the CD or cassette instead of the radio MUTE Press to silence the system Press again to turn on the sound SEEK Press the up or down arrows to tune to the next or previous radio station If a tape or compact disc is playing the player will advance or rewind PRESET Press to play a station you have programmed on the radio preset buttans AM FM Press to choose AM or FM2 If a tape or compact disc is playing it will stop and the radio will play 3 17 NOTES 3 18 Section 4 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 Safety Belts in the Index Defensive driving really means be ready for anything On city streets rural roads or freeways it means always expect the unexpected Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do Be ready for their mistakes Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never Here you ll find information about dn ving on d
155. ing Your Vehicle in the Index for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity If you re using a dead weight hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 of the total loaded trailer weight B If you have a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 12 of the total loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around in the trailer Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires Be sure your vehicle s tires are inflated to the recommended pressure for cold tires You ll find these numbers on the Tire Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the driver s door or on the inside of the trunk lid or see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Then be sure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue 4 31 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 Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch Lf you 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 se
156. ion is made Some state laws may require you to use this program before filing a claim with a state run arbitration program or in the courts For further information contact the BBB at 1 800 955 5100 or the Pontiac Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 PM CARES REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA vou may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline 84 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada and you believe that your vehicle has a safety detect you should immediately notify Transport Canada in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited You may write to Transport Cunada Box 8880 Ottaw
157. irror move the knob in the direction you want to move 4 the mirror Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror Power Outside Mirrors Option The electric mirror control is near the driver s window Turn the control to the left to adjust the left mirror or to the right to adjust the right mirror Then move the control 1n the direction you want to move the mirror To reduce glare from lamps behind you move the lever to the night position 2 39 Convex Outside Mirror Convenience Net Option Your passenger s side mirror is convex convex miror s surface 15 curved so you can see more from the driver s seat N CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Your vehicle may have a convenience net You ll see it on the back wall of the trunk 2 40 Put small loads like grocery bags behind the net It can 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 flat when you re not using it On two door models push the net down and hook it under the plastic hooks Storage and Compartments Storage Armrest To use the st
158. is part In it are 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 s the engine transaxle wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder against the drag of the added weight The engine is required to operate at relatively higher speeds and under greater loads generating extra heat What s more the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are some important points e There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial police Consider using a sway control You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls e Pon t tow a trailer at all during the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged Then during the first 500 miles 800 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 Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer Don t drive faster than th
159. ish or 1 800 263 7854 French In Mexico call 525 254 3777 In Puerto Rico call 1 800 496 9992 English or 1 800 496 9993 Spanish In the U S Virgin Islands call 1 800 496 9994 In other overseas locations contact GM North American Export Sales in Canada by calling 1 905 644 4112 8 1 For prompt assistance please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Your name address home and business telephone numbers Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield Dealership name and location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage Nature of concem We encourage you to call the toll free number listed previously in order to give your inquiry prompt attention However if you wish to write Pontiac write ta United States Pontiac Division Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac MI 48340 2952 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of Canadian and GM Overseas offices When contacting Pontiac please remember that vour concern will likely be resolved in the dealership using the dealership s facilities equipment and personnel That is why we
160. it stays on or comes on while you are driving you The safety belt light will also come on and stay on until may have a problem with the charging system It could the driver s belt is buckled indicate that you have a loose drive belt or another electrical problem Have it checked right away Driving while this light is on could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with the light on be certain to turn olf all your accessories such as the radio and conditioner A M MMM AAA Air Bag Readiness Light There ts an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows SRS AIR BAG or the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the air bag sensors and modules the wiring and the diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Air Bag in the Index You will see this light flash for a few seconds when you turn your ignition to RUN or START Then the light should go out This means the system is ready If the air bag readiness light doesn t come on when you start your vehicle or stays on or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away 2 51 Brake System Warning Light It may take longer to stop If the light is still on or if the n a
161. its displayed through the windshield 2 60 The HUD also shows these lights when they are lit on the instrument panel Turn Signal Indicators High Beam Indicator Symbol Low Fuel Symbol Oil Warning Symbol Coolant Temperature Symbol Charging System Symbol When you sit straight in your seat the HUD image will appear straight ahead near the front bumper When the ignition key is turned to RUN all possible HUD images will come on Then the Head Up Display will operate normally NOTICE Although the HUD image appears to be near the front of the vehicle do not use it as a parking aid The HUD was not designed for that purpose If you try to use it that way such as in a parking lot you may misjudge distance and run into something To adjust the HUD so you can see it properly 1 Start your engine and turn the HUD dial all the way up When the headlamps are olf the HUD image will be at a preset daytime brightness When the headlamps are on the HUD image brightness is controlled by the dimmer control 2 Adjust your seat if necessary to a comfortable position 3 Press the top of the IMAGE switch until the HUD image stops moving Then press the bottom of the switch until the image is as low as possible but in full view 4 Turn the HUD dial down until the HUD image is no brighter than necessary To turn the HUD off turn the HUD dial all the way down If the sun come
162. iving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it s colder than 50 F 10 C vou may have to drive longer To check the fluid level Park your vehicle on level place Keep the engine running With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P e With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps 3 1L L82 Code M Engine 3 4L LOT Code X Engine 1 The transaxle fluid dipstick handle is the red loop near the back of the engine Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 6 17 3 1L L82 Code M Engine 3 4L LQ Code X Engine 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the cross hatched area 4 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way 6 18 How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross hatched area
163. jack lift head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle s frame nearest the Hat tire Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet N CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack Put the compact spare tire near you NOTICE Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack Be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising your vehicle Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground for the spare tire to fit under the vehicle Remove all wheel nuts and take off the flat tire Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface AN CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause a
164. k away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 25 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot i un Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it Put someone on it Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels _ _ Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider The person keeps going until stopped by something doesn t stop In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel or the safety belts With safety belts vou slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the Forces That s why safety belts make such good sense Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers Q Won t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I m wearing a safety belt You could be whether you re wearing a safety belt or not But you can unbuckle a safety belt even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so vou cam unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Why don t they just put in air bags so people won t have to wear safety belts Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in more of them in the futur
165. k 11 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 9 Engine Oil It the LOW OIL LEVEL light on the instrument panel comes on it means you need to check your engine oil level right away For more information see Low Oil Level Light in You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground 6 10 5 i 3 1L L82 Code M Engine The engine oil dipstick handle is the yellow loop near the front of the engine Turn off 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 3 4L LOI Code X Engine To Check Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level When to Add Oil If the oil is at or below the upper mark then you ll need to add some oil But you must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged 6 11
166. k at the fluid level on the dipstick L3 When the engine What to Add compartment is hot 1 Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what Spade sha kind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and the level should be at the Lubricants in the Index C mark If the fluid is at the ADD mark you should add NOTICE fluid When adding power steering fluid or making a complete fluid change always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired E Windshield Washer Fluid NOTICE What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing To Add Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY Add washer fluid until the tank is full ag t 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 3 4 full when it s very cold This allows for e
167. k you will find these notices NOTICE These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle In the notice area we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use yellow for cautions blue for notices and the words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle For example these symbols are used on an original batiery These symbols are important for vau and your passengers whenever yout vehicle is driven DOOR LOCK Ce UNLOCK 2 AIR BAG 2r your lights MASTER CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY SWITCH PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING FASTEN SEAT BELTS PARKING CAUSTIC LAMPS BATTERY ACID COULD CAUSE BURNS AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES 9 M HAZARD WARNING FLASHER POWER WINDOW These symbols have to do with LAMPS OR HIGHBEAM nO These symbols are used on warning and indicutor lights These symbols are on some of your controls LIGHTING go ENGINE GIL PRESSURE MT ws VENTILATING FAN ANT LOCK BRAKE Here are somme other symbols
168. ke parts 77 Battery Every new Pontiac has a Delco Freedom battery You never have to add water to one of these When it s time for a new battery we recommend a Delco Freedom battery Get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label 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 Z CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas thet can explode You can be badly hurt if you aren t careful See Jump Starting in the Index for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Halogen Bulbs N CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Take special care when handling and disposing of halogen bulbs 6 28 Headlamp Aiming This section only applies to two door Pontiacs If you have a four door Pontiac see your dealer when your headlamp aim needs to be checked or adjusted Your vehicle has the 55 x 135 mini quad headlamp system These headlamps have horizontal and vertical aim indicators The aim has been pre set at the factory and should need no further adjustment If your vehicle is damaged in an accident and the headlamp
169. keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the weather the kind of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list everything here we ask that you contact your Pontiac dealer in the area where you ll be parking your vehicle The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area 2 15 PARK FP This locks your front wheels It s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily Automatic Transaxle N CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly Your automatic transaxle may have a shift lever on the You or others could he injured To he sure your steering column or on the console between the seats vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P Maximum engine speed is limited on automatic transaxle vehicles when you re in PARK P or NEUTRAL to protect driveline components from See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If improper operation you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in There are several different positions for vour shift lever the Index 2 16 Make sure the
170. ks Where is the air bag The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 25 N CAUTION Don t put anything on or attach anything to the steering wheel or instrument panel Also don t put anything such as pets or objects between any occupant and the steering wheel or instrument panel If something is between an occupant and an air bag it could affect the performance of the air bag or worse it could cause injury When should an air bag inflate The air bag is designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system s designed threshold level If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn t move or deform the threshold level is about 9 to 15 mph 14 to 24 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant 1 26 In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because
171. le to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to ee Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 7 To tighten the belt feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it 15 secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safery belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 2 Door Models If you have a four door model see Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 4 Door Models earlier in this section Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why 1 46 To use a child restraint here you will need a special infant child seat attaching belt and the hardware that goes with it See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Your dealer can order the belt and attaching hardware and install the hardware for you It s free The special belt is GM Part No 12340286 Your dealer can find the part number for the correct attaching hardware in the accessory section of the GM Parts Catalog B fies amp de ts Once the special hardware
172. lvent and antifreeze 12345002 16 oz 0 473 L Armor All Cleaner Cleans vinyl leather and rubber 12345725 1297 03541 Silicone Tire Shine Not recommended for pigskin suede leather See your General Motors Parts Department for these products See your Maintenance Schedule for other products 6 51 EE eo Vehicle Identification Number VIN o SAMPLE4 UXSMO I 25 5 ENGINE _ 4995 CODE MODEL YEAR PLANT This is the legal identifier for your Pontiac It appears on a plate in the front comer of the instrument panel on the driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts ASSEMBLY Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on your spare tire cover It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is your VIN the model designation paint information and e a list of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Add On Electrical Equipment NOTICE Don t add anything electrical to your Pontiac unless you check with your dealer first Some electrical equi
173. ly to be seriously injured if they don t wear safely belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it s more likely that the fetus won t be hurt 1n a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position The night front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt See Driver Position earlier in this section On four door models when the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again Center Passenger Position Lap Belt If your vehicle has a bench seat someone can sit in the center position 1 29 To make the bell shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug 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 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 Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to EE
174. m headlamps behind you e Since you can t see as well vou may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest 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 trouble adjusting to night But if you re driving don t wear sunglasses at night They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dus
175. mbol with an arrow will appear on the display when the tape is active EJECT Press this button to remove the tape The radio will play Cln This message may appear on the display If it does your cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to your tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the Cin indicator will appear in the display to show the indicator was reset 3 10 p ue p b pM Ll nai Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in If the radio is on the disc will begin playing The CD symbol will appear on the display If you re driving on a very rough road the disc may not play and ERR may appear on the display The disc should play when the road gets smoother If ERR appears on the display and the dise comes back out 1t could be that e The disc is upside down e ris dirty scratched or wet Iris very humid If so wait about an hour and try agam RECALL Press this button to see which track is playing Press it again within five seconds to see how long it has been playing clapsed time Press it again to return to time or let the display return automatically PREV Press this button to go to
176. n t there and the your fluid See Scheduled Maintenance Services in engine backfires you could be burned Don t the Index drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner off How to Check Because this operation be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at your Pontiac dealer Service Department NOTICE If the air cleaner is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner in place when you re driving If you do it vourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can damage your iransaxle Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts starting a fire Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transaxle fluid UINlI M MMM M Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving e When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C Athigh speed for quite a while In heavy traffic especially in hot weather While pulling a trailer To get the nght reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 150 F to 200 F 82 C to 93 C Get the vehicle warmed up by dr
177. n accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off rm M e e e sam e ET E a apu e e i m er eS Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown CAUTION Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle wheel nuts can cause the wheel to hecome loose counterclockwise Lower the jack completely and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get the right kind Stop somewhere as soon as you and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 Ib ft 140 N m Don t try to put the wheel cover on your compact spare tire It won t fit Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced NOTICE Wheel covers won t fit on your compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare you could damage the cover or the spare Alter you ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle you ll need to store the flat tire in your trunk Use the following procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk Put the flat tire in the trunk so the side that faces out Put the bolt through one of th
178. n withstand most car washes NOTICE without being damaged If the mast should ever become Don t lubricate the power antenna Lubrication slightly bent you can straighten it out by hand If the could damage it mast is badly bent as it might be by vandals you should replace it Check every once in a while to be sure the mast 15 still tightened to the fender NOTICE Power Antenna Mast Care Before entering an automatic car wash turn off your radio to make the power antenna go down Your power antenna will look its best and work well if This will prevent the mast from possibly getting it s cleaned from time to time To clean the antenna mast damaged If the antenna does not go down when vou turn the radio off it may be damaged or 1 Turn on the ignition and radio to raise the antenna need to be cleaned In either case lower the 2 Dampen a clean cloth with mineral spirits or antenna hy hand by carefully pressing the equivalent solvent antenna down 3 Wipe the cloth over the mast sections removing any dirt If the mast portion of your antenna is damaged you can 4 Wipe dry with a clean cloth easily replace it See your retailer for a replacement kit and follow the instructions in the kit Uh Make the antenna go up and down by turning the radio or ignition off and on 6 Then repeat if necessary 6 Steering Wheel Touch Controls Option You can control certa
179. naps in place 7 Replace the cover and pins Front Turn Signal 4 Door Models l Remove the screws and pull the turn signal housing forward n2 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise until it pops loose from the housing Pull out the bulb socket Lift the plastic locking tab on the electrical connector and pull the connector from the bulb socket Snap the electrical connector into a new bulb socket 6 Replace the bulb socket into the housing and turn clockwise Replace the housing to the vehicle Install the screws 98 Remove the spring clip holding the bulb in the housing and pull out the bulb Fog Lamps 2 Door Models 3 Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb 4 Connect the electrical connector to a new bulb 5 Replace the bulb in the housing and install the spring clip 1 Remove the two screws and pull the housing away 6 Replace the housing to the vehicle from the vehicle T Install the screws Fog Lamps 4 Door Models Remove the pins from the cover above the fog lamps 2 Tum the bulb socket counterclockwise until it pops loose from the housing 3 Pull out the bulb socket Lift the plastic locking tab on the electrical connector and pull the connector from the bulb socket snap the electrical connector into a new bulb socket Install the screws Replace the socket into the housing and turn clockwise until it
180. ng accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold e 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 have been damaged replace them The Tire Loading Information label which is on the rear edge of the driver s door if you have a two door or on the inside of the trunk lid if you have a four door shows Ihe 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 anvone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right It s not If your tires don t have enough air underinflation you can get Too much flexing Too much heat Tire overloading Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued 6 47 NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation 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 qualit
181. ns Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce guide en francais chez votre concessionaire ou au Marketing Services Ltd 1500 Bonhill Rd Mississauga Ontario LST 1C7 P Copyright General Motors Corporation 1994 All Rights Reserved How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle This will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle In this manual you ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly Index A good place to look for what you need is the Index in the back of the manual It s an alphabetical list of all that s in the manual and the page number where you ll lind it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box with gray background and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt vou if you were to ignore the warning N CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the gray caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Don t Don t do this or Don t let this happen e n r Vehicle Damage Warnings Also in this boo
182. nt ald ne ele eee 6 52 Wheel Replacement Used 0 0000 6 53 CIE Ta koe rA CT voca err same w Na ov el ven me B ERE 0 11 Window Auto Down cere eet m eR 2 21 Windows Power 5 00esereeenveeveuebegegeen 2 27 Windshield Washer Fluid sess dud dia 6 24 Windshield Washers MER Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement VAGA 6 46 Windshield Wiper Circuit Breaker 6 60 Windshield Wipers 2 30 Winter Driving e acd 4 23 Wiring nnm ES OO Wecker TOWIBR oa rs o CER IC Gee ra CI ICE CEN 3 T ws SS ig e Cup
183. nti lock brake system warning light is flashing have Your Pontiac s hydraulic the vehicle towed for service See Anti Lock Brake brake system is divided into System Warning Light and Towing Your Vehicle in two parts If one part isn t the Index working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working CAUTION well Your brake system may not he working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident If the light is still on or if the If the warning light comes on there could be a brake anti lock brake system warning light is flashing problem Have your brake system inspected right away after you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service This light should come on briefly as you start the vehicle fit doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem The brake system warning light will also come on when If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the you set your parking brake and it will stay on if your road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is parking brake doesn t release fully If it stays on after harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem 2 52 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light
184. o the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen The shoulder belt is worn under the arm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times el Q What s wrong with this A CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it The belt is twisted across the body 1 22 To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle Supplemental Restraint System SRS The belt should go back out of the way This part explains the Supplemental Restraint System SRS or air bag system Your Pontiac has two air bags one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system N CAUTION You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing your safety belt even if you have an air bag Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it The air bag is only a supplemental restraint That is it works with safety belts but doesn t replace them CAUTION Continued Before you close the door be sure the belt i
185. o have anti lock sce Anti Lock in the Index This system improves your vehicles ability to make a hard stop on a slippery road Whether you have the anti lock braking system or not you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement Without anti lock brakes if you feel your vehicle begin to slide let up on the brakes a little Push the brake pedal down steadily to get the most traction you can Au pu Remember unless you have anti lock if you brake so If You re Caught in a Blizzard hard that your wheels stop rolling you ll just slide Brake so your wheels always keep rolling and you can still steer Whatever your braking system allow greater following distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that s covered with ice On an otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you re actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If you arc stopped by heavy snow vou could be in serious situation You should probably stay wath your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and vou can hike through the snow Here are some things to do
186. oadside Assistance 8 7 Capacities and Specifications eee 6 71 Carbon Monoxide 2 25 4 26 4 32 Care of the Head Up Display 3 15 Cassette Tape Player 12 scere m MM 3 9 Cassette Tape Player Care VEU OO Ie 15 CD Player i ier ne rur peeve a ere CE ERR EC e a 3 10 Center Console eoe rr rmm 2 4 Center High Mounted Stoplamp Bulb Replacement 6 42 Center Passenger Position rrr 1 29 Certification Label cs cee 4 27 Chains Safety hh rm 4 32 Cine Iit coe weeks wins mesas oan ewes kac Wl Changing a Flat Tire een 5 23 Charging System Light 2 50 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 54 Checking Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 16 CDS ML RENT TRE COURIR T uen Engine Coolant 0 0 26 irr SNC 6 20 Engine Oil eoe AA ACA 44 CRDI 6 11 Power Steering Fluid oo cece daa tee eee eee 6 22 Restraint Systems 65 TTC cruces s 1 54 Things Under the Hood 6 7 Chemical Paint Spotting ER gag Child Reexninis ee ew A ea Se ee ee Securing in Rear Outside Seat Position 1 39 Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position 1 41 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position 2 Door Models
187. occurs first _ Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERV ICED BY 21 000 Miles 35 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 24 000 Miles 40 000 km 27 000 Miles 45 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 1 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service C Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED HY ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 10 Maintenance Schedule I 30 000 Miles 50 000 km _ Change engine oil and filter or every 4 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first L Inspect engine accessory drive belt or every 24 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service _ Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 24 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser
188. off the ignition on both vehicles Turn off all lamps that aren t needed and radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save your radio NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries ZN CAUTION An electric fan 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 5 Find the positive and negative terminals on cach battery Your Pontiac has a remote positive jump starting terminal The terminal is on the same side of the engine compartment as vour battery You should always use the remote positive terminal instead of the positive terminal on your battery To uncover the remote positive terminal lift the red plastic cap 6 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or IN CAUTION missing insulation If they do you could get a shock T The vehicles could be damaged too Using a match near a battery can cause battery Before you connect the cables here are some basic gas to explode People have been hurt doing this things you should know Positive 4 will go t and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if positive 4 and negative will go to negative you need more light or a metal engine part Don t connect to or Be sure the battery
189. omponents 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 erash they ll keep going d cou Towing a Trailer Z CAUTION If you don t use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section Ask your Pontiac dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with vour vehicle NOTICE Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty To pull a trailer correctly follow the advice in this part and see your Pontiac dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle Your vehicle can tow a trailer To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But 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 th
190. on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products 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 putting it in the trash 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 help 6 14 Air Cleaner Pull out the filter Be sure to install the air filter and install the cover tightly when you are finished opem e oo IAS ior URE SE Se SORE Sat Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to and pull the cover replace the air filter Seg Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index is A Automatic Transaxle Fluid Ses When to Check and Change Cres Ming Ine with tine ait Cleaner off A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid can cause you or others to be burned The air level is when the engine oil is changed Refer to the cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change the engine backfires If it is
191. ong the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if its slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your turn signal Just before you leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn t another vehicle in your blind spot 3 Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advance If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stop and back up Drive on to the next exit The exit ramp can be curved sometimes quite sharply The exit speed is usually posted Reduce your speed according to your speedometer not to your sense of motion After driving for any distance at higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you re ready Try to be well rested If you must start when you re not fresh such as af
192. only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All 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 Section is Organized The remainder of this section is divided into five parts Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services shows what to have done and how often Some of these services can be complex so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment you should let your dealer s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs Perf d ERE be dangers I trying ie Jae yoo cam injured Do your own own maintenance work only if you have the required know how emp the job 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 Service Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked whenever you stop for fuel It also explains wh
193. ontrol Unit LOCK CONTROL Door Lock Relay VF ELECTRONICS BATTERY FEED Chime Module Electronic Brake Control Module EBCM Theft Deterrent Module Radio Radio Amplifier Trip Computer STARTER MOTOR ANTI THEFT Theft Deterrent Module HVAC BLOWER MOTOR Blower Motor Relay HVAC 1 Air Temperature Valve Motor Trip Computer Daytime Running Lamps Module with DRL HVAC Control Assembly Multifunction Lever Cruise Control Switch REAR DEFOG HVAC Control Assembly Rear Window Defogger Switch POWER ACCESSORY 1 Antenna Relay Power Mirror Switch Door Lock Switches Door Handle Switches AIR BAG Sensing and Diagnostic Module SDM Fuse 23 24 Description STOPLAMPS TCC Brake Switch HVAC 2 HVAC Control Assembly Solenoid Box CTSY LAMPS Vanity Mirrors I P Courtesy Lamps Compartment Lamp Trunk Courtesy Lamp Header Courtesy and Reading Lamp 1 5 Lighted Rearview Mirror Dome and Reading Lamp Quarter Courtesy Lamps WIPER Wiper Switch TURN SIGNAL Turn Signal Flasher POWER LOCKS Door Lock Relay ABS Electronic Brake Control Module EBCM ABS Relay AUXILIARY POWER RADIO Radio Steering Wheel Radio Switches VP ELECTRONICS IGNITION FEED Headlamp Switch Cruise Control Cut Out Switch Sensing and Diagnostic Module SDM TCC Brake Switch Instrument Closter Chime Module Second Gear Start Switch Head Up Display HUD Switch Daytime Running Lamps Module with DRL
194. oon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again 5 32 NOTICE Don t take your compact spare through an automatic car wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle Don t use your compact spare on some other vehicle And don t mix your compact spare or wheel with other wheels or tires They won t fit Kcep your spare and its wheel together NOTICE Tire chains won t fit your compact spare Using them will damage your vehicle and destroy the chains too Don t use tire chains on your compact spare If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow What you don t want to do when your vehicle ts stuck is to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but vou must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you re stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Don t spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 km h as shown on the speedometer NOTICE Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting vour transaxle back and forth you can de
195. or other harsh solvents to clean fiberglass springs theyll damage the springs Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ringlet shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job 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 whichever comes first 6 61 Appearance Care Materials scurnov _ 1050004 Chamois TR Tar and Road Oil Remover Chrome Cleaner and Polish Removes rust and corrosion USAGE Shines vehicle without scratching Also removes old waxes and polishes White Sidewall Tire Cleaner 1050201 1602 0 473 L Mirror Cleaner Polish 32 0946 L 23 oz 0 680 Li GlssClaer Cleans grease grime and smoke film Multi Purpose Powdered Cleaner 3207 09461 Optiker Lubriplate White Grease For hood trunk door hinges and late hes 1052918 o 02871 1052930 8 oz 0 237 L Capture Dry Spot Remover Attracts and absorbs sails Cleans vinyl cloth tires and mats Windshield washer so
196. orage area fold down the armrest Press the latch on the front edge and pull up If you have cupholder flip it forward to use it You may also have an armrest in the rear It has a storage area for small items Center Console To open the storage area press the latch on the front edge and pull up The console has a cupholder cassette tape storage and a coinholder r Trunk Access Panel Accessory Outlet If you have split rear seats If your vehicle has a center console you have a 12 volt you may have a trunk outlet It is on the passenger side near the floor Open access panel for storing long the cover to use the outlet objects that may not fit completely in your trunk like skis Pull your rear NOTICE armrest down then pull the latch on the trunk access panel 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 Sun Visors Sunroof Option To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can alsa move them from side to side Visor Vanity Mirrors Your sunroof includes a sliding glass panel and a sliding Open the cover to expose the vanity mirror If your sunshade The switch works only when the ignition is on vehicle has the optional hghted vanity mi
197. ore radio and windshield wipers when the engine is off To information use ACC push in the key and turn it toward you Your steering wheel will stay locked 2 12 LOCK Before you put the key into the ignition switch the switch is in LOCK It s also the only position in which you can remove your key This position locks your ignition steering wheel and transaxle It s a theft deterrent feature OFF B This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel It doesn t lock the steering wheel like LOCK Use OFF if you must have vour vehicle pushed or towed RUN C This position is where the key returns after you start your vehicle With the engine off you can use RUN to display some of your warning and indicator lights START D This position starts your engine A warming chime will sound if you open the driver s door when the ignition is in OFF LOCK or ACC and the key is in the ignition NOTICE If your key scems 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 Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you
198. otate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 23 96 000 Miles 160 000 km _ Change engine oil and filter or every _ Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first SERVICED BY 99 000 Miles 165 000 km 100 000 Miles 166 000 km C Change engine oil and filter or every C Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter 3 months whichever occurs first if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or An Emission Control Service more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use vour vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing park ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICED BY T 7 25 Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100 000 miles 166 000 km should be performed after 100 000 miles 166 000 km at t
199. ou are seeing your signal when they are It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well On a long uphill grade shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph 70 km h to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating If you have Overdrive vou may want to drive in THIRD 3 instead of DRIVE D 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 PARK P yet Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load 4 Reapply the regular brakes Then apply your parking brake and then shift to PARK P 5 Release the regular brakes 4 35 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill i Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you Start your engine e Shift into a gear and Release the parking brake
200. ow to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely 4 LII The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and CAUTION Continued change a tire To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put blocks at the front and rear of the The equipment you ll need is in the trunk Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk Turn the center nut on the compact spare cover counterclockwise to remove it Then lift and remove the cover tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposite end Tum the wing nut counterclockwise and remove il Then lift off the spacer and remove the spare tire 5 24 E e SA Em P PG a re ie ERS Ree If there is a wheel cover loosen the plastic nut caps with the wheel wrench They won t come off Then using the flat end of the wheel wrench pry along the edge of the cover until it comes off Be careful the edges may be sharp Don t iry to remove the cover with your bare hands If your vehicle has wheel nut caps remove them using the wheel wrench Turn the nut holding the jack and wrench counterclockwise and remove it Then remove the jack and wrench ERE en 5 M Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack lift head a few inches Position the jack under the vehicle and raise the
201. 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 right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane Remember that your right outside mirror is convex The vehicle you just passed may seem to be farther away from you than it really is Try not to pass more than one vehicle at 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 casy for the following driver to get ah
202. placements than you ll find in the schedules in this section So please read this section and note how you drive If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your Pontiac dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle These schedules are for vehicles that carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits You will find these limits on vour vehicle s Tire Loading Information label See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended unleaded fuel See Fuel in the Index Selecting the Right Schedule First you ll need to decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle Here s how to decide which schedule to follow 7 3 Maintenance Schedule Schedule I Definition Follow Maintenance Schedule I if amy one of these is true for your vehicle e Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles 8 to 16 km This is particularly important when outside temperat
203. pment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn t be covered by your warranty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should Your vehicle has an air hag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to your Pontiac see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Pontiac in the Index 43 Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Some fuses are in a fuse block on the passenger side of the instrument panel Pull off the cover labeled FUSES to expose the fuses Additional fuses are in the underhood electrical centers on the right and left sides of the engine compartment Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating 6 64 Instrument Panel Fuse Block tn anne Cit CICA Bn 5 gooo oi go t LI LC L LJ CI et L1 L1 E 00 Circuit Description Breaker C Power Windows D Power Seats 11 12 14 Description CIGAR LIGHTER Instrument Panel Cigar Lighter HAZARD FLASHER POWER ACCESSORY 2 Sunroof C
204. pping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road whether it s pavement or eravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread and the condition of your brakes Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking That means better braking and longer brake life If your engine ever stops while you re 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 some power hrake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes Option If your Pontiac has anti lock brakes ABS it has an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid If your vehicle has anti lock brakes the brake pedal will say SU I Mt E mama ia DA i EP MER uti mE EDD i k SS T LI Mod SS See Meg aemm And this light on the instrument panel will come on briefly when you start your vehicle When vou start
205. r Automatic Transaxle 2 18 Start 2 20 Tilt Steering Wheel c i ee 2926 Starter Switch Maintenance OE EDN iN Time Setting the Pe A EE Starting Your Engine sa nnne 2 13 Tres csse 6 6 46 Steam If Coming From Your Engine 5 13 Alignment and Balance 4 6 52 Ee E URS CR CRM Buying New 6 50 Column Lock Maintenance 7 38 Chin a Gis ieee ee d y YN Ea sd nuce Ear 6 54 Column Shift Lever avant 2 22 Pint emen rne n 3 23 n Hmergenci e 1 2 Lira 4 10 Inflation XR ORB SER HIER E eic i em escis 6 47 DOWEP LLL eene nr VIRG e ES eR Erie ca a AN Inspection and Rotation peo OU heel ere eevee ueniet fpi 1 2 Loading iaa A Rr doe CR Tux ce E a a SPR CORIBNA cree 32 Wheel Touch Controls dibus Persa Temperature esl Storage Armrest RM ses EPA Storage Of Your Vehicle PEU EM 6 28 Treadwear pisei o E531 Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow Uniform Quality Grading B30 2 43 eet MEMON ros
206. r A T EEO 5 19 Radiator Pressure Cap passes 6 22 Radio Reception Understanding 3 17 Radio AM FM Stereo ccc escis asi sa ba hn 3 5 Rain eccesso cocher re Reading Lamps 2 38 Reading Lamps Rearview Mirror 2 37 Reading Lamps Roof Console 2 38 Rear Lamp Bar Bulb Replacement 6 45 Rear Reading Lamps 2 38 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides PEE 1 34 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions 1 31 Rear Window Defogger gat aati Rearview Mirror Inside Day Night AE a i Reclining Front Seatbacks 1 2 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants eee 7 40 Refrigerants Air ee Arcum USD ENEE AEG 6 72 Remote Lock Control EEA Battery Replacement Tro ihrer E Ed eR Ou CIEN 2 1 Matching Transmitters 2 6 2 6 Remote Trunk Release 2 oe eee m 2 8 Replacement Bulbs a ere Replacement Parts 1 2 eee ree OTe Replacement Wheel ress 07052 Replacing Safety 1 54 Replacing Seat and Restraint System Parts Aftet a Crash iecur e rr ses 1 54 Reporting Safety Defects nn 8 5 Restraints Checking Your leeren 1 54 Restraints Child 1 38 Restraints Head ea ee clea ehh 1 4 R
207. r Change or every 12 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or every 12 months whichever occurs first At 7 500 Miles 12 500 kim Then Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Tire Rotation Every MLOO Miles 50 4M km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection or every 24 months whichever occurs first Cooling System Service or every 24 months whichever occurs first Spark Plug Replacement Spark Plug Wire Inspection Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transaxle Service severe conditions only At 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Then Every 15 000 Miles 25 WM kim Camshaft Timing Belt Inspection 3 41 Code X engine only The services shown in this schedule up to 100 000 miles 166 000 kim should be performed after 100 000 miles 166 000 kim at the same intervals Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Maintenance Schedule I 6 000 Miles 10 000 km
208. r Models ee Headlamp Low Beam 2 Door Models 4 Door Models License Light Bar Front Light Bar Panel Rear Sidemarker Front 4 Door Models s Sidemarker Rear ee Stop Tail Tum Signal eee Bulb Number Ae inert MS eee H4351 L Erna 9006 eara ac ei 194 3057 sawed Rd ae 194 Interior Lamps Bulb Number 11 2 he de E SS ee eS 194 Center Instrument Cluster 161 194 IMRE Courtesy Domiuus 561 Door e cee Ee 562 212 2 Instrument Panel 2 0 cece eee rA 194 Windshield Header 562 or 212 2 Glove Box MW GU pee 194 Heater and Air Conditioning Control T 1 0 T 1 5 High Beam Indicator 161 Instrument Cluster Indicator PCI I Luggage Compartment uat erac Reading PAE Se ere a ane ees Sate ace te a eroi a 24 Inside Rearview Mirror 192 Neural Sco dann pena M KE Ea FER 906 Windshield Header ee 562 or 212 2 Turn Signal Indicator cia eae 161 Visor Vanity 74 Capacities and Specifications Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement 4 quarts 3 8 L After Complete Overhaul 7 quarts 6 7 L When draining replacing converter o
209. r auxiliary cooler more fluid may be needed Automatic Transaxle with Overdrive Pan Removal and Replacement 7 quarts 6 7 L After Complete Overhaul 10 quarts 9 5 L When draining replacing converter or auxiliary cooler more fluid may be needed modom RE orn Engine Specifications Type Displacement Compression Ratio Eins Dele or gig Viae ala Sardine Band Thermostat Temperature Valve Arrangement 4 amp ROW B d kom odo o oo o opoWo o B OP RO POBOG OB ON y BOW od Rome ee o om RS BO T BOW E ob Hok ROW hd boe 3 A B Ab o E B Ri Cooling System Including Reservoir DRCOG Louer 1 6 quarts 10 93 L OM EDE A M 12 3 quarts 11 65 L Refrigerant R 134a Air Conditioning E di esos s 24 pounds 0 91 kg Engine Crankcase 3 1L Code M 4 quarts 3 8 L SAL Code Luc sits diea lie en 5 quarts 4 7 L Add 1 2 quart 0 5 L more when filter is changed Fuel Tank ORE 16 5 gallons 62 0 L See Air Conditioning Refrigerants later in this section eb bod Roe 4 BOR Roma boob oma 3 1L Code M 34L Code X V6 V6 19 CID 3 1L 207 CID 3 4L 9 5 9 75 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 195 91 195 91 In Head In Head 6 71 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Filter ae ee aa arn ERR
210. r 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 manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it stops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage vour vehicle Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous if you hreathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything from a container to clean your Pontiac be sure to follow the manufacturer s warnings and instructions And always open your doors or windows when you re cleaning the inside Never use these to clean your vehicle Gasoline Benzene Naphtha Carbon Tetrachloride Acetone Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle toa e 8 9 9 Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle e Alcohol Laundry Soap e Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Pontiac Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean damp cloth Your Pontiac dealer
211. r start to separate from the inserts AIME ee Driving too fast through large water puddles or even Hydroplaning docsn t happen often But it can if your going through some car washes can cause problems too tires haven t much tread or if the pressure in one or The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles more is low It can happen if a lot of water is standing on But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them 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 best advice is to slow down when it is raining Some Other Rainy Weather Tips e Tum on your low beam headlamps not just your parking lamps to help make you more visible to others rA vx Besides slowing down allow some extra following Hydroplaning distance And be especially careful when you pass Mr another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room Hydroplaning is dangerous So much water can build up ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted under your tires that they can actually ride on the water by road spray This can happen if the road is wet enough and you re T going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning 9 Have good tires with proper tread depth See it has little or no contact with the ro
212. rada tad uds 2 41 Control of a Vehicle 1 ecce rada 45 Comtal Dec DT eeu eta 4 13 Comeet Netz iir es ire Er Ernie wan 2 40 Convex Outside Mirror LX 9E 37A ee ee 2 40 Cult suci rcr EUG satiate 210 2 4 lala pe AI ilar 6 19 Biss Valtti Lois ie wire cee eset eee tea 5 20 Heater Engl sea iran 2 15 6 14 How to Add to the Coolant Recovery Tank 5 16 How to Add to the Radiator 5 19 Temperature Gage Pie YA Penu REM 2 5 Temperature LIPNE o eee eee nex 2 50 Coolant Recovery Tank 5 16 Cooling System sens sess ce rre E ees 9 14 Courtesy Transportation rentes eestas 8 6 Crit occorre ar eer fr Sa as ra pay eral Erasing Speed Memory A a Sonne eT 2 34 Getting Curt cae 2 34 Passing Another Vehicle While Using 2 33 To TERRE Spend 2210114 aig ae mk eee 2 32 To Reduce Speed TIU e xm EUST eR zi To Resume a Set Speed isss suaina Frid 2 32 EI ANREISE TE 2 32 His reru rarus ea Iu 2 33 CMBR OME cre crore xXx Ce EE ERES 2 41 Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired Vd ua deri ws 8 2 Customer Assistance Information 8 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 1 Damage Finish 1 SEN RUNS 6 60 Damage Sheet
213. raint in a different place in the vehicle and contact the child restraint maker for their advice about how to attach the child restraint properly To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 4 Door Models If you have a two door model see Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 2 Door Models later in this section Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why 1 43 You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one bo Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be ab
214. ressed UNLOCK on the Remote Lock Control If you pressed UNLOCK and don t open a door the lamps will turn off after about 55 seconds Sustained interior illumination includes a feature called theater dimming With theater dimming the lamps don t just turn off at the end of the delay time Instead they slowly dim during the delay time until they go out The delay time 15 cancelled if you turn the ignition key to RUN or START so the lamps will go out right away When the ignition is on Sustained Interior Hlumination is inactive which means the courtesy lamps won t come on Rearview Mirror Reading Lamps These lamps go on when you open the doors When the doors are closed turn them on and off with the switches 2 37 Roof Console Reading Lamps Option Dome Lamp These lamps are part of the optional roof console They The dome lamp will go on when you open the doors will go on when you open the doors When the doors are Next to the dome lamp are two reading lamps Turn closed push the button to turn the lamp on and off them on using the switches Kear Reading Lamps These lamps are near each passenger door They will go on when you open the doors When the doors are closed move the switch to turn the lamp on and off 2 38 Mirrors Manual Outside Mirrors Adjust all the mirrors so you can see clearly when you Adjust the right mirror by hand To adjust the left are sitting in a comfortable driving position m
215. rmal Replacement Parts 6 72 Maintenance Underbody IUD be ech ee eee ete UA 6 61 Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4 36 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Manna Frant Seat oo a aie eee rnm mn 1 1 Manual Outside Mirror 2 2 6 5 2 39 Methanol In Fuel DA MEE Erro d anda aoa ux arr IE prin QM 2 39 Convex Outil os eee N nm n 2 40 Inside Day Night Rearview 2 35 Maral Outside 2 39 Power Outside TU m 2 39 Miso Waite rece lode eas mh ed nieces soaks 2 43 Mode Buttons uera a qa e aui eie e acm Ma VN 3 5 Nis Eneb sacs ha se wwe eae ees 3 2 MIBE CO PII yt rota eee aee Macri ree ER E 6 3 Ne MEE ae ce kia m ee cee nra ace eee 2 4 Neutral Position Automatic Transaxle 2 17 New Vehicle Break In brad 4 15 EP E E A EE 2 47 Odometer 2 47 Off Road Recovery 4 11 Oil BESIDE oj csc hes cee nee 6 10 vsu hio MMC 2 37 Ordering Owner Publications 050s eee eee eee 8 7 Service Bulletins Ee eet a rade ala a ora Serve rera eas Rr rmn 8 7 DUE AOR 2 42 Overdrive Position Automatic Transaxle 2 18 COwerheated Engine so 4
216. roper hookup binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust in the Index Throttle Linkage Inspection Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Accelerator and cruise control cables should not be lubricated Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hookup binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Inspect other brake parts including calipers parking brake etc Check parking brake adjustment You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking 7 39 Part D Recommended Fluids and FLUID LUBRICANT Lubricants Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of water preferably NOTE Fluids and lubricants identified below by name distilled and good quality part number or specification may be obtained from your ethylene glycol base antifreeze GM
217. rrors the lamps come on when vou open the cover H To open the glass panel and sunshade press the rear of the switch Let go of the switch to stop the panel in any position Press the front of the switch to close the glass panel The sunshade can only be closed by hand To open the rear vent press the front of the switch when the sunroof is closed Open the sunshade by hand Press the rear of the switch to close the vent The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or closed if your vehicle has an electrical failure Ashtrays and Lighter Center Front Ashtray The center front ashtray may be on the instrument panel or on the console To remove the console ashtray open the lid and lift out the ashtray using the snuffer For the instrument panel ashtray open it push down on the locking tab and pull out the ashtray Rear Ashtrays Cigarette Lighter To use the lighter just push it in all the way and let go To remove the rear console ies in ie When it s ready it will pop back by itself ashtray open it push down on the snuffer and pull the ashtray out of the console 3 To remove the rear door NOTICE ashtray open and pull up on Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with vour hand VIE MINIM DOE 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 NOTICE Don t pu
218. rting in second gear the vehicle will upshift normally Second Gear Start feature The SECOND GEAR START light on the instrument cluster will come on when this feature 4 is active GEAR START This feature is only for improved traction when the road surface is slippery and is not intended for continuous use Press the switch to turn off the feature Leave the switch off for normal road conditions 4 20 Parking Brake The parking brake uses the brakes on the rear wheels 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 To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot and push the parking brake pedal with your left foot When you lift your left foot the parking brake pedal will follow it to the released position NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill see Towing a Trailer in the Index That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving 4 e Pull the lever toward Shifting Into PARK A CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if ihe shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your veh
219. running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to lf you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you ve moved the shift lever into the PARK P position hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you or if you have console shift lever without first pushing the button I you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK Oo Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put toc much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock To prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into PARK P properly before you leave the driver s seat To find out how see Shifting Into PARK P in the Index When you are ready to drive move the shift lever out of PARK P before you release the parking brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the transaxle so you can pull the shif
220. rvice Work Doing Your Own 6 2 Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Pontiac 1 28 sheet Metal Damage 6 Shr Lever Console eise eae acer eye mmm mnn ee Shift Lever Steering Column ded Supplemental Restraint System SRS Shifting Into Park P eA SEA CH 2 22 Sustained Interior Mlumination 2 6 2 37 Shifting Out of Park P arate EDO 2 24 Symbols Vehicle gine cht wy E a RI Shifting Automatic Transaxle 2 16 NE uen onan A ccs cei cc ve ces vet ec raa e 2 47 Snow Diving DR eare Taillamps Bulb Replacement m vere 0 44 Sound Equipment 3 14 Tamper Resistant Odometer 2 00 46 2 47 Spare Tire Compad s e 7 Player Care Sa EU ERA IRAE 3 15 Specifications Chart hes Wire EREE E HIE Ref 6 7 Tape Player Cassette 3 8 Speech or Hearing Impaired Customer Assistance 8 amp 2 SR nidi In 2 10 Speedometer Odometer 2 47 Theftlock mtr Springs Fiberglass eee ICSE A MEI ey VETERE baer ata a es 6 22 Stains Cleaning NEMO d 6 56 Third Gea
221. s earlier in this section It is better to remove us much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand But you have to act fast steer quickly and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object pamm The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving al all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while vou re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly casy 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 ean turn the steering wheel up to 1 4 turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge Then turn your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway OFF ROAD RECOVERY a LEFT APPROX CRUARTER TUAN 4 11 Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two lane highway waits for just the right moment accelerates mov
222. s out it becomes cloudy or if you turn on your headlamps vou may need to adjust the HUD brightness again Polarizing sunglasses could make the HUD image harder to see CAUTION If the HUD image is too bright or too high in vour field of view it may take you more time to see things you need to see when it s dark outside Be sure to keep the HUD image dim and placed low in your field of view Push the E M button on the trip calculator to switch the speedometer from English to metric or metric to English If you don t have the trip calculator you can t change the display 2 61 Care of the Head Up Display aXe Can t See the HUD Image When the Ignition e I a A CN Lit a LJ NIC ye Is anything covering the HUD unit Is the HUD dimmer setting bright enough Is the HUD image adjusted to the proper height Still no HUD image Check the fuse in the IP Electronics position in the instrument panel fuse block See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index If the HUD Image Is Not Clear Is the HUD image too bright Are the windshield and HUD lens clean Your windshield is part of the HUD system If you Clean the inside of the windshield as needed to remove ever have to have a new windshield be sure to get one any dirt or film that reduces the sharpness or clarity of designed for HUD If you don t the HUD image may the HUD image look blurred and o
223. s out of the way If you slam the door on it vou can damage both the belt and your vehicle CAUTION Continued Air bags are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear side or low speed frontal crashes Everyone in your vehicle including the driver should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there s an air bag for that person A CAUTION Air bags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye 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 The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle N CAUTION An inflating air bag can seriously injure small children Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Children and the caution label on the right front passengers safety belt There is an air hag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows SRS AIR BAG or the air bag A symbol The system cheeks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information 1 24 2MM How the Air System Wor
224. se the rear of the seat by holding the switch up Hold the switch down to lower the rear of the seat 2 Door Models But don t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving 4 Door Models N CAUTION Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can he dangerous Even if you buckle up your safety belts can t do their job when you re reclined like this CAUTION Continued Seathack Latches 2 Door Models The front seat folds forward to let people get into the back seat Your seatback will move back and forth freely unless you come to a sudden stop Then it will lock in place CAUTION Continued The shoulder belt can t do its job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The helt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly If your vehicle 15 parked going down a fairly steep hill i the seatback may not fold without some help from you To fold the locked seatback forward push the seatback toward the rear as you lift this latch Then the seatback Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top o
225. 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 Stains caused by grease oil butter margarine shoe polish coffee with cream chewing gum cosmetic creams vegetable oils wax crayon tar and asphalt can Greasy or Oily Stains If you need to use a solvent Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material be removed as follows with clean dull knife or scraper Use very little e Carefully scrape off excess stain cleaner light pressure and clean cloths preferably ud de cheeseclath Cleaning should start at the outside Follow the solvent type instructions described of the stain feathering toward the center Keep earlier changing to a clean section of the cloth e Shoe polish wax crayon tar and asphalt will stain if e When you clean a stain from fabric immediately dry left on a vehicle seat fabric They should be removed the area with a blow dryer to help prevent a cleaning as soon as possible Be careful because the cleaner ring See the previous NOTICE will dissolve them and may cause them to spread Non Greasy 5tains Stains caused by catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks wine vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water e Ifa stain remains follow the foam type instructions described earlier gg o
226. sible tire failure These grades are molded on the sidewalls of passenger car tires 6 51 While the tires available as standard or optional equipment on General Motors vehicles may vary with respect to these grades all such tires meet General Motors performance standards and have been approved for use on General Motors vehicles All passenger type P Metric tires must conform to Federal safety requirements in addition to these grades Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance In most cases you will not need to have your wheels aligned again However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other the alignment may need to be reset If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road your wheels may need to be rebalanced Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your Pontiac dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you n
227. sn t at the COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean preferably distilled and a proper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mix N CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mix will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix With plain water or the wrong mix your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and vou or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mix of clean water and a proper antifreeze El e NOTICE In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant N CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the COLD mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mix directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system 15 cool before you do it 5 17 N CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you ba
228. snaps in place Replace the cover and pins ES 6 41 Center High Mounted Stoplamp 3 Pull out the bulb 2 Door Models 4 Push in a new bulb 5 Clip the bulb carrier back into place 6 Replace the cover and screws l Remove two screws and the cover dll 2 Unclip the bulb carrier and pull it out e To remove the stoplamp lens to clean the window remove the two nuts on either side of the housing da Center High Mounted Stoplamp 4 Door Models 3 Lift the tabs at the top and bottom of the socket and pull it from the housing 4 Pull out the bulb 5 Push in new bulb 6 Push the socket back into the housing Make sure the Labs snap in place 7 Replace the cover and screws l Remove the two screws from the cover 2 Pull down the cover Remove the plastic retainers and pull the carpet away from the rear of the trunk 2 Ifthe socket has a tab squeeze it Turn the socket counterclock wise ua 4 p Pull out the socket Pull the bulb out of the socket Push in a new bulb Replace the socket into the housing and turn clockwise Reposition the carpet and install the plastic retainers Turn the socket counterclockwise until it pops loose from the housing Rear Lamp Bar 5 Pull out the socket 6 Pull the bulb out of the socket 7 Push in a new bulb
229. stroy your transaxle For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking your vehicle to get it out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxle is in gear If that doesn t get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index NOTES Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your Pontiac This section begins with service and fuel information and then it shows how to check important Quid and lubricant levels There 15 also technical information about your vehicle and a part devoted to its appearance care Service Your Pontiac dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it We hope you ll go to your dealer for all your service needs You ll get genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported service people We hope you ll want to keep vour 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 service work you ll want to get the proper Pontiac Service Manu
230. suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired TDD To assist customers 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 a conventional teletypewriter TT Y can communicate with Pontiac by dialing 1 800 TDD PONT TDD users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830 GM Participation in BBB AUTO LINE Alternative Dispute Resolution Program This program may not be available in all states depending on state law Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet General Motors reserves the nght to change eligibility limitations and or to discontinue its participation in this program Both Pontiac and your Pontiac dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle Our experience has shown that if a situation arises where you feel your concern has not been adequately addressed the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this section is very successful There may be instances where an impartial third party can assist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty To assist in resolving these disagreements Pontiac voluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LI
231. t from the dead battery but not near engine parts that electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch move The electrical connection is just as good each other or any other metal there but the chance of sparks getting back to the A Heavy Metal Engine Part battery is much less 2 Good Battery 11 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run s the engine for while C Dead Battery 12 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your Pontiac The usual towing equipment is A Sling type Tow Truck B Wheel lift Tow Truck C Car Carrier If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it was factory new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps aera skirting or special tires and wheels these instructions and illustrations may not he correct Before you do anything turn on the hazard warning flashers When you call tell the towing service That your vehicle cannot be towed from the front or rear with sling type equipment e That your vehicle has front wheel drive e The make model and year of your vehicle Whether vou can still move the shift lever If 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
232. t Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and aren t even aware of it 4 15 Driving in the Rain Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble On a wet road you can t stop accelerate or tum as well because your tire to road traction isn t as good as on dry roads if your tires don t have much tread left you ll get even less traction It s always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It s wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubbe
233. t lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Your Pontiac has a brake transaxle shift interlock You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN See Automatic Transaxle in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK P while keeping the brake pedal pushed down Release the shift lever button if you have a console shift Then move the shift lever out of PARK P being sure to press the shift lever button if you have a console shift If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this Turn the key to OFF Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 Shift to NEUTRAL N Start the vehicle and shift to the drive gear you want uL pa t od Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can Parking Over Things That Burn 3 ee k r 1 L4 MUT N 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 Engine Exhaust A CAUTION Engine exhaust can kill It contains the gas carbon monoxide CO which you can t see or smell It can cause unconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underne
234. t fluids and lubricants to use Customer Assistance Information eee hh hh hh re ssrarasass Qe This section tells you how to contact Pontiac for assistance and how to get service publications It also gives you information on Reporting Safety Defects on page 8 4 Index BoPOPOPBP POP S BB B OB amp o d BOR RBoR POP Po P RO P BoB Bo FG FCP PPP LPP Rod P POP P Bob o Po P hb B 5 8 d d d FPF FCP BOR BOB ROG POR BOR B E 9 1 Here s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual You can use it to quickly find something you want to read GENERAL MOTORS GM and the GM Emblem PONTIAC and the PONTIAC Emblem are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation This manual includes the latest information at the time il was printed We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that ime without further notice For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Pontiac Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your Pontiac so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No 10280073 A e Second Edition ii We support voluntary technician certification WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROLRGH Myburg dpi For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual adie
235. t papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays If vou do cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire causing damage 2 45 Instrument Panel Your Information System 3 1L United States Version Shown Others Similar Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel is in your tank and many other things you need to drive safely and economically TM HUR Speedometer Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour mph and kilometers per hour km h Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven in either miles used in the United States or in kilometers used m Canada Your Pontiac has a tamper resistant odometer If you see silver lines between the numbers you ll know someone has probably tampered with it and the numbers may not be true You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer Your trip odometer tells how far you have driven since you last reset it To set it to zero press the RESET button on the right side of the instr
236. ter a day s work don 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 dealers 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 Windshield Washer Fluid Is 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 Lamps Are they all working Are the lenses clean 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 e Weather Forecasts What s the weather outlook along your route Should vou delay vour trip a short time to avoid a major storm system e Maps Do you have up to date maps p bad g RE ee Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine
237. the green arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index and for burned out bulbs A chime will sound if you leave your turn signal on for more than 1 2 mile 0 8 km Headlamp High Low Beam To change your headlamps from low beam to high beam or high to low pull the multifunction lever all the way toward you Then release it When the high beams are on a blue light on the instrument panel also will he on 2 29 Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the band 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 band to LO For high speed wiping turn the band further to HI To stop the wipers turn 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 rain or snow Turn the band to choose the delay time The closer to LO the shorter the delay Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow orice can overload your wipers A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools Clear away snow or
238. the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Jump Starting If your battery has run down vou may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your Pontiac But please follow the steps below to do it safely CAUTION Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty Trying to start your Pontiac by pushing or pulling won t work and it could damage your vehicle To Jump Start Your Pontiac 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system NOTICE If the other system isn t a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles aren t touching each other Hf they are it could cause a ground connection you don t want You wouldn t be able to start your Pontiac and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems You could be injured if the vehicles roll Set the parking brake firmly on each vehicle Put an automatic transaxle in PARK P or a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL N Turn
239. the same direction new headlamp so the socket points in the same as it did with the old headlamp direction 5 Set the headlamp assembly on a work surface with the lens facing you M eae 10 Insert the tabs on the aiming ring into the slots in the headlamp assembly 11 Holding the aiming ring closed insert the screws at the end of the ring Tighten the screws until the aiming ring touches the plastic nuts on both the tap and bottom Do not overtighten Do not damage the vertical aiming bubble Plug the electrical connector into the headlamp socket Make sure the locking tabs snap onto the socket Put the headlamp assembly in position Make sure the two guide tabs drop into their holes in the headlamp support panel Tighten the two bottom screws Make sure the guide tabs are still in place before tightening the SCT WS Insert the top screw and tighten it Close the headlamp panel Headlamps 4 Door Models Open the headlamp panel Turn the socket counterclockwise until it pops loose from the housing Pull out the bulb socket Lift the plastic locking tab on the electrical connector and pull the connector from the bulb socket Snap the electrical connector into a new bulb socket Replace the bulb socket into the housing and turn clockwise Close the headlamp panel 6 35 Front Lamp Bar 4 Door Models AT
240. the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played If you hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving back or forward through the disc NEXT Press this button to go to the next track If you hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward through the disc The SEER down and up arrows will also find the previous and next selections on the tape REV Press and hold this button to return to a passage quickly The display will show elapsed time FWD Press and hold this button to advance to a passage quickly The display will show elapsed time RDM Press this button to hear the tracks in random order Press it again to turn off random play AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a disc is playing The disc will stop but remain in the player CD PLAY Press this button to change to the disc function when the radio is on The disc will start playing at the point where it was stopped The CD symbol and CD will appear on the display when the disc is active EJECT Press this button to remove the disc The radio will play if it is on THEFTLOCK Your system has this feature if it shows THEFTLOCK on its face THEFTLOCK is a theft deterrent feature that can be used or ignored If you ignore it your system will play normally If you use it your system can t be turned on if it is stolen because it locks anytime battery power is removed To unlock it
241. tical aiming screw to adjust the aim 1 Check the horizontal aim indicator The pointer should be lined up with 0 zero 2 If the pointer isn t at zero turn the horizontal aiming screw to adjust the aim 6 31 2 Remove the screw at the top of the headlamp support panel Loosen the two screws at the bottom of the panel Loosen these two screws until they are out of the headlamp frame but still in the brackets on the headlamp assembly Bulb Replacement In this section you ll find directions for changing the bulbs in some of the lamps on your Pontiac See Replacement Bulbs in the Index to find the type of bulb you should use Headlamps 2 Door Models 3 Carefully lift the headlamp assembly and support panel I Open the headlamp panel 6 32 X Remove the Torx screws at the end of the aiming ring The aiming ring will swing open like a gate OK 7 Remove the aiming ring Place it face down on the b work surface with the aim indicator up 8 Check that the number on the new headlamp matches the number on the headlamp being replaced The letter on the headlamp U or L must also match 4 Lift the plastic locking tabs on the electrical connector and pull the connector from the headlamp socket 9 Put the new headlamp in position Note which way the socket is pointing before you disconnect it You ll need to install the Make sure the socket points in
242. tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can also raise it to the 2 highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle Acum met GRE DN mh 3 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 The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your e Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator e Headlamp High Low Beam e Windshield Wipers e Windshield Washer Cruise Control Option 2 28 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 a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically A 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 you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows don t Flash but just stay on a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If
243. transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to vour dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle the remaining transmitters must also be matched Once the new transmitter is coded the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle You can match a transmitter to as many different 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 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 transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works its probably time to change the batteries To replace your batteries p rp Insert a flat object like a dime into the slot on the back of the transmitter Gently pry apart the front and back Gently pry the batteries out of the transmitter Put the new batteries into the transmitter as shown on the transmitter Use Duracell batteries type DL2016 or equivalent Put the two halves back together Make sure the halves are together tightly so water
244. trol 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 Ease up on the brake or accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and slow down Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed Of course the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions Under less favorable conditions you ll want to go slower If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you You can avoid these problems by braking if you can stop 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 but unless you have anti lock not enough to lock your wheels See Braking in Emergencie
245. trument Panel Cleaning 6 57 Interior Lamps Eck sae esti ur 2 36 Jack Tire Er rad wan 5 2 Ka Lock Cylinders Maintenance 7 37 Key Reminder DM Ene Leni ale Rs e ERE Pes E T E 2 13 DC o SET EU TIE TT TETTE TIS 2 Lamp DOME n EET S E REI Id 2 38 Lamp Malfunction Indicator SEEMS UMS tat la al Gra ope d NE LU cr CE ae E Eine ace A E VR 2 34 Battery Saver Wale pad x tl esL 2 36 Daytime Running oe cas oe eee err rh Rm 2 35 Seo BEN 2 36 Ls e asa rere rx REMI 2 35 S caged es E od EE CX a Sustained Interior Illumination 2 37 Lane Change Indicator ett VLL IR 2 29 Larger Children Safety Belt Use 1 51 Latches Front Sentback 1 4 Leaving Your Vehicle 2 rrr een 2 4 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running ME LER 2 23 Lights Air Bag Readiness eee oeste 1 24 2 51 Anti Lock Brake System Active 2 54 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 2 53 4 7 Brake System Warning casos 2 52 Charging 2 50 Engine Coolant Temperature Keep aan 2 54 Low COMAaM Ig i d y y Lube 2 55 6 20 rue ko oen Errare Foro sg Early TO
246. ument Panel Lamps You can brighten or dim the instrument panel lamps by moving the PANEL dial If you turn the dial all the way up your courtesy or interior lamps will come on Daytime Running Lamps Canada Only Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work so be sure it isn t covered t 27 35 The DRL system will make your low beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when The ignition ts on The headlamp switch is off and The parking brake is released When the DRL are on only your low beam headlamps will be on The taillamps sidemarker and other lamps won t be on Your instrument panel won t be lit up either When it s dark enough outside your low beam headlamps will change to full brightness The other lamps that come on with your headlamps will also come on When it s bright enough outside the regular lamps will go out and your low beam headlamps change to the reduced brightness of DRL To idle your vehicle with the DRL off set the parking brake while the ignition is in OFF or LOCK Then start your vehicle The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular he
247. ument cluster Tachometer 3 IL Shown 3 4L Similar The tachometer displays the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute rpm NOTICE Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the red area or engine damage may occur 2 47 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle The pictures will help you locate them Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious cnough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save vou or others from injury Warning lights come on when there may be or is a 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 vou start the engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens 2 48 Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of vour vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow this manual s advice Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even
248. ur tape bias is set automatically PREY Press this button to search for the previous selection on the tape Your tape must have at least four seconds of silence between each selection for PREV to work NEXT Press this button to go to the next selection on the tape Your tape must have at least four seconds of silence between each selection for NEXT to work The SEEK down and up arrows will also find the previous and next selections on the tape REY Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly Press it again to return to playing speed The radio will play while the tape reverses Use TUNE or SEEK to change the radio station FWD Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape Press the button again to return to playing speed The radio will play while the tape advances Use TUNE or SEEK to change the radio station PROG Press this button to change the side of the tape that is playing 00 Press this button to reduce background noise on Dolby encoded tapes Dolby B Noise Reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the DO symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation M 3 9 AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a tape is playing The tape will stop but remain in the player TAPE PLAY Press this button to change to the tape function when the radio is on The cassette sy
249. ures are below freezing Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic Most trips are through dusty areas You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle Schedule I should also be followed if the vehicle is used for delivery service police taxi or other commercial application 7 4 Schedule I Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km or 3 Months Whichever Occurs First Engine Oil and Filter Change Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km or 6 months Whichever Occurs First Chassis Lubrication At 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Then Every 12 0 Miles 25 00 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 km Air Cleaner Filter Inspection if driving in dusty conditions Every 30 000 Miles 50 4M km Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Spark Plug Replacement Spark Plug Wire Inspection Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection or every 24 months whichever occurs first Cooling System Service or every 24 months whichever occurs first Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transaxle Service severe conditions only At 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Then Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Camshatt Timing Belt Inspection 3 4L Code X engine only Maintenance Schedule Schedule Definition Schedule II Intervals Follow Schedule II ontv tf none of the conditions from Every 7 500 Miles 12 500 kim Schedule is true Engine Oil and Filte
250. urther details At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check tire inflation Make sure tires are inflated to the pressures specified on the Tire Loading Information label See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index See Tires in the Index for further details Cassette Deck Clean cassette deck Cleaning should be done every 50 hours of tape play See Audio Systems in the Index tor further details Power Antenna Clean power antenna mast See Audio Systems in the Index for further details At Least Once a Year 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake see Parking Brake in the Index if necessary and the regular Key Lock Cylinders brake Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant NOTE Do not use the accelerator pedal and be specified in Part D ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts Body Lubrication 3 Try to start the engine in each gear The starter should work only in PARK P or NEUTRAL Lubricate all all hinges and latches including those for If the starter works in any other position your the hood rear compartment glove box door console vehicle needs service door and any folding seat hardware Part D tells you what to use More frequent lubrication may be required Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSI when exposed to a corrosive environment Starter Switch N CAUTION When you are doing this eheck the vehicle could move suddenly If it does
251. ut of focus To clean the HUD spray household glass cleaner on a soft clean cloth Wipe the HUD lens gently then dry it Do not spray cleaner directly on the lens because the cleaner could leak into the unit 2 62 NOTES 463 NOTES Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section you ll find out how to operate the comfort System Controls control systems and audio systems offered with your Pontiac Be sure to read about the particular system Fan Knob supplied with your vehicle The left knob selects the force of air you want To turn Air Conditioning with Electronic ihe fan off turn the knob to OFF The fan must be on to Controls run the air conditioning compressor Temperature Knob The center knob changes the temperature of the air coming through the system Turn this knob toward red clockwise for warmer air Turn it toward blue counterclockwise for cooler air With this system you can control the heating cooling and ventilation in your vehicle The system works best if you keep your windows closed while using it Mode Knob The right knob has several settings to control the direction of air flow For each setting set the temperature to a comfortable setting MAX This setting recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle and sends it through the instrument panel outlets The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this s
252. ven none going down a hill You could crash Shift down to let your engine assist vour brakes on a steep downhill slope AN CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition olf is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when vou go downhill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to lower gear The lower gears 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 As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems Examples are long grades passing or no passing zones a falling rocks area or winding roads Be alert to these and take appropriate action 2 n Winter Driving Include an ice scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will Here are some tips for winter driving Have your Pontiac in good shape for winter
253. vice on your vehicle If your tires have an all season tread design the TPC number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with 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 6 50 CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could have a crash Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all four wheels j It s all right to drive with your compact spare ihough It wan i3 der xau pe Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations
254. water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only 3 4 full when it s very cold This allows for expansion which could damage the tank if it is completely full Don t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your paint r 2 31 To Set Cruise Control 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON N CAUTION If you leave your cruise control switch on when you re not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don t want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch OFF until you want Lo use it 2 Get up to the speed you want Push in the SET button at the end of the lever and release it Take your foot off the a accelerator pedal WIPER H 2 32 To Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a 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 cruise control switch from ON to R A Resume Accelerate for about half a second You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there To Increase Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed Here s the first 1 Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed 2 Push in the SET button then release the button and
255. wipe off any overspray or splash from painted surfaces Petroleum based products may damage the paint finish Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Finish Damage Any stone chips fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer s body and paint shop fd 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 dealer or an underbody vehicle washing system can do this for you Fiberglass Springs NOTICE Don t use corrosive or acidic cleaning agents engine degreasers aluminum cleaning agents
256. xpansion which could damage the tank if it is completely full Don t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Master Cylinder Your brake master cylinder is here It is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in your master cylinder might go down The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear When new linings are put in the fluid level goes back up The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system I it is you should have your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later vour 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 vou add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system N CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough You or others could be burned and your vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system When your brake fluid falls to a low level your brake warnine light will come on See Brake System Warning Light in the Index
257. y 12 months whichever occurs first Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Maintenance Schedule 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 12 months whichever occurs first _ Inspect engine accessory drive belt or every 24 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service LJ Inspect camshaft timing belt An Emission Control Service Cl Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 24 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service C Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service L Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service T L Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service C Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service Y Maintenance Schedule 67 500 Miles 112 500 km _ Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first
258. y pocket type gage to check tire pressure Simply looking at the tires will not tell you the pressure especially if you have radial tires which may look properly inflated even if they re underinflated If your tires have valve caps be sure to put them back on They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be inspected every 6 000 to 8 000 miles 10 000 to 13 000 km for any signs of unusual wear If unusual wear is present rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It s Time for New Tires and Wheel Replacement later in this section for more information The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals 6 48 When rotating your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation Alter the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire Loading Information label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index A CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could

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