Pontiac 1996 Bonneville Owner's Manual

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Page 2 This Customer Assistance Information section tells you to contact Pontiac for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. This It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” Index Here’s an alphabetical listing of...
Page 3 GENERAL MOTORS, GM and the GM Emblem, PONTIAC, the PONTIAC Emblem and the name BONNEVILLE are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time was printed. We reserve the right to make changes in the product after time without further notice.
Page 4 How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner’s manual to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it 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.
Page 5 Vehicle Damage Warnings book you will find these notices: Also, this NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. notice =ea, we tell you about something that damage your vehicle. Mafly times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage.
Page 6 Vehicle Symbols These some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. For example, These symbols are important these symbols are used on for you and battery: your passengers original whenever your vehicle is CAUTION driven: POSSIBLE INJURY f - l DOOR LOCK PROTECT UNLOCK...
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Page 8 Section, 1 Seats and -Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats Pontiac and how to use your safety belts properly. can also learn about some thkgs you should not do with air bags and safety belts. Seats and Seat Controls This section,tells you about the seats :’...
Page 9 Power Seat (Option) To adjust the power seats on some m k l s : Front Control (A): Raise the front front of the seat by holding the switch up. Lower holding the switch down. Center Control the control forward, or backward backward.
Page 10 Adjustable Support Seat (Option) On some models, you'll find the controls on the center console. Slide the selector switch to L or R to choose the front seat you want to adjust. Adjusts the seat forward or back. Adjusts the seat up or down. Adjusts the seatback to an upright or reclined position.
Page 11 But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body.
Page 12 Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety, belts. it explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), or air bag system Don’t let anyone ride where he a safety belt properly.
Page 13 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anythmg, you go as fast as it goes. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose.it’s just wheels. Put someone on it. a seat on...
Page 14 The person keeps going until stopped something. speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn't stop. real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... In a...
Page 15 or the safety 'belts! or the instrument panel With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That's why safety belts make such good sense.
Page 16 And there are different ‘rules for smaller children and babies. I f 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.
Page 17 Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see “Seats” in the Index) so you can sit up straight.
Page 18 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug 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.
Page 19 What's wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won't give nearly as much protection this way. You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is crash, you would move forward too loose. increase too much, which could injury.
Page 20 &: What’s wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. CAUTION.: 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.
Page 21 e.' ' What's wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. 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.
Page 22 What's wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn't have the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer ITTION: full width of the...
Page 23 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) This part explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) or .air bag system. 1-16 Your Pontiac has two air bags driver and another Here are the most bag system: severely can be you aren’t wearing your safety belt...
Page 24 bags inflate with great force, 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.
Page 25 How the Air Bag System Works Where the air bag? The driver’s bag- is in the middle wheel. 1-18 right panel on the passenger’s side. the steering fmnt passe&er’s a i r bag is i n instrument...
Page 26 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.
Page 27 How does an air bag restrain? In moderate to severe fiontd or near-frontal collisions, belted occupants can even contact the instrument panel. The air bag supplements 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.
Page 28 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.
Page 29 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to seriously injured if they don’t we& safety b’elts. A pregnant woman, should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy.
Page 30 Center Passenger Position Lap Belt If your vehicle has front rear bench seats, someone can sit in the center positions. 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 pull along the belt.
Page 31 To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown’until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt see ‘“Safety Belt Extender” at the knd of this section. The 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.
Page 32 If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, ti1.t the 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. 2.
Page 33 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. 1-26 The lap part of the belt s h o d be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
Page 34 CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The s h l d e r belt should fit against your body. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added...
Page 35 1. Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip. 1-28 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. .The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges the slots of the guide.
Page 36 Be sure that belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top. 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions” earlier in this section.
Page 37 To remove and store the comfort guides, these steps in reverse order. Squeeze the belt edges together so that.you can take them out from the guides. Full the guide upward to expose its storage clip, and then slide the guide onto the clip. Rotate the guide and clip inward i d in between the seatback and the interior body, leaving only the loop of elastic cord exposed.
Page 38 CAUTION: Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy you c a n ’ t hold it. For example, in a crash CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Contidued) at only 25 mph (40 km/h),...
Page 39 Child Restraints Be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both.
Page 40 If your child restraint has a top strap, anchored. If you need to have an anchor installed, can ask your-Pontiac dealer want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer can you how to do it. should be put it in for you.
Page 41 For cars first sold in Canada, child restraints with a top strap must be anchored according can obtain the hardware kit de&r you, or you may install it yourself using the htnxctioqs provided in the kit. Use the tether hardware kit available The hardware and installation instructions were specifically designed for this vehicle.
Page 42 Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button 4. Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 43 tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while 6. To you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to sure it is secure. remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way.
Page 44 Make the belt long as possible by tilting plate and pulling it along the belt. 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 3. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 4.
Page 45 remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt. It will be ready to work for child passenger. Securingta Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger put a.rear-facing child restraint in this seat, Here’s why: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates.
Page 46 5. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 6. Pull rest of the lap belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-39...
Page 47 7. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. 8. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back a l l the way.
Page 48 Accident statistics show that children are safer 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.
Page 49 Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, a crash the child might sli’de under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen.
Page 50 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 dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, extender will be long enough for you.
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Page 52 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 everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem.
Page 53 If you lose your keys, you’ll be able to have new ones made easily plugs or the tag. If you need a new key, contact your Pontiac dealer who can obtain the correct key code. Remember to carry the pre-cut emergency key...
Page 54 Door Locks Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children 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 not be so obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown of the...
Page 55 Power Door Locks With power door locks, you can lock or unlock all the vehicle the driver’s doors of your using passenger’s door lock switch. The switch on each rear door works only that door’s lock. It won’t lock (or unlock) all of the doors a safety feature.
Page 56 Customizing Your Automatic Door Locks Feature With Remote Keyless Entry, you can program the: automatic door locks feature to change to the following modes: Mode Operation No automatic door lock or unlock. All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P). No automatic door unlock.
Page 57 Rear Door Security Lock Your Bonneville is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from ,opening the rear doors of your car from the inside. To use one of these locks: 1. Move the lever a l l the way up ,to the ENGAGED position.
Page 58 Remote Keyless Entry (Option) If your Pontiac has this option, you can your doors or unlock your trunk from up to away using the key chain transmitter supplied with your vehicle. Your Remote Keyless Entry System operates on a radio frequency...
Page 59 Panic Mode When the button with the horn symbol on transmitter is pressed, the horn will sound and the headlamps and taillamps will flash for up to two minutes. This can be turned off by pressing the panic button again, unlocking the vehicle with a key or by turning the ignition to on.
Page 60 Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 5. To change to another mode: 1. Press and hold the power door lock switch. 2. Press the opened trunk button transmitter will remain in its current mode. 3. Press the opened trunk button again. Each time the opened trunk button is pressed, the transmitter will...
Page 61 To Your Matching Transmitter(s) Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer. When the dealer matches replacement transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters must also be...
Page 62 To replace the battery: 1. Insert a coin into the notch near the keyring. Turn coin counterclockwise to separate the two halves the transmitter. 2. Once the transmitter is separated, use a pencil to remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object. 3.
Page 63 Remote Trunk Release Lockout (Option) The trunk release lockout valet switch in the allows you to secure items in the left side of the valet switch, the remote button below the driver’s door armrest will be disabled. Push the right side of the valet switch to enable the remote trunk release button to work again.
Page 64 Theft Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your Pontiac has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways can help. Key in, the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an...
Page 65 Universal Theft-Deterrent (Option) If your Pontiac has this option, it has a l m system. With this system, the SECURITY light will flash as you open the door (if your ignition is OFF). T h i s light reminds you to activate the theft-deterrent...
Page 66 Index). If the starter vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start, the first ignition key may be faulty. See your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet, the starter won’t work...
Page 67 See your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key to have a new key made. If you’re ever driving- and SECURITY light comes on and remains on, you will be able.to restart your off. Your engine if...
Page 68 Ignition Switch With the ignition key in the ignition switch, you can the switch to positions. five ACCESSORY (A): on position in which you can operate your electrical power accessories. Press ignition switch as you turn the top of it toward you. LOCK (B): The only position in which you can remove the key.
Page 69 START (E): Starts the engine. When the engine st&& release the key. The ignition switch will return to RUN for normal driving. Note that even if the engine is not running, the positions ACCESSORY and RUN are on positions that allow you to operate your electrical accessories, such as the radio.
Page 70 Starting Your 3.8 Liter Engine 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 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner.
Page 71 Engine CoolantKeater (Option) In very cold weather, 0" F coolant heater can help. You'll better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior starting y o u vehicle. To use the coolant heater: 1.
Page 72 Automatic Transaxle Operation Your automatic transaxle may have a shift lever located on the console between the seats steering column. There are several different positions for your shift lever. PARK (P): This locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle move easily.
Page 73 Ensure the shft lever is fully in PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Your Pontiac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) ignition key is in the on position.
Page 74 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. AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than about 35 mph (56 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down.
Page 75 T h i s SECOND (2): position gives you more power but lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2)-on hills. help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want your brakes off and on.
Page 76 Performance Shifting (Option) Press PERFORM SHIFT to allow the transaxle to shift at higher engine speeds, increasing acceleration performance. An indicator light on the switch will when performance shifting is in operation. Downshifts will occur at a lower percentage of accelerator application while you're i n the PERFORM the transaxle Press NORMAL SHIFT to have...
Page 77 Parking Brake To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down- with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on single chime will be heard.
Page 78 Shifting Into PARK (P) can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if in PARK (P) the shift lever is not fully parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 79 Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. leave'your vehicle with the ignition key hand, your vehicle PARK (P). 2-28 Console Shift Lever 1.
Page 80 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running 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 running, it could overheat and even catch fire.
Page 81 Shifting Out of PARK (P) Your Pontiac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK when the ignition is in the RUN position. See “Automatic Transaxle” in the Index.
Page 82 Engine Exhaust Engine exhaust can kill. I t 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 underneath.
Page 83 It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) firmly set. parking brake Your vehicle Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. I f you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 84 Express-Down Window When the driver's window switch is held rearward for more than a half second, the window will lower completely. The window can be qpened in smaller amounts by pressing the switch rearward and releasing it immediately. To stop the window while it is lowering, press the switch again, then release.
Page 85 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your: Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals Headlamp Beam Changer HighLow Flash-to-Pass Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control 2-34 Turn and Lane Change Signals turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions.
Page 86 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 and other drivers won’t see your turn signal. the Driver Information Center, it will tell you if you have a burned out bulb.
Page 87 Windshield Wipers The windshield wipers are controlled by band marked W E R . single wiping cycle, it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want mure cycles, hold the band on MIST longer.
Page 88 Windshield Washer At the top of the turn signal/multifunction lever there’s a paddle with the word PUSH on it. To spray washer fluid on the windshield, push the paddle for less than a second. The wipers clear the window and either will stop or return to your preset speed.
Page 89 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, Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control.
Page 90 Resuming 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 Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 you can move the cruise control switch from ON to R/A (resume/accelerate)
Page 91 Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed control: d s e Push in the button at the end.of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then release To slow down in very small amounts, push the button for less than half a second.
Page 92 Lamps Headlamps 'Pull the switch to the first stop to the: Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps Instrument Panel Lights Pull the switch out all the together with: Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps turn Taillamps Instrument Panel Lights Push the switch in all the way to Lamps On Reminder If you open the driver's door while leaving the headlamps or parking lamps switch on and the key is removed from...
Page 93 Daytime Running Lamps (Dm) can make Daytime Running Lamps 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 monitors the exterior light level for the operation twilight sentinel, so .be sure it isn’t covered.
Page 94 Fog Lamps The switch for your fog lamps is in front of the front reading lamps. An indicator light in the switch will glow when the fog headlamps lamps on. Your must your parking lamps must be on for your fog lamps work.
Page 95 To operate twilight sentinel, the three minute delay. Turn Turn the control to MIN to turn twilight the delay. sentinel off. Also, it's possible that your headlamps you drive from a dark area into .:' . . :' lighted parking lot. If this happens, turn on your headlamps with the regular headlamp switch.
Page 96 Front Reading Lamps These lamps and the interior courtesy lamps will come on when you open the doors. To turn on a reading lamp when the doors are closed, press either switch. Press it again TO avoid draining your vehicle’s battery, be sure to turn off the reading lamps when leaving your vehicle.
Page 97 2-46 Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror (Option) Your Pontiac may have an automatic electrochromic day/night rearview mirror. This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from headlamps behind you A photocell on the back of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside.
Page 98 At night, when the glare is too high, the mirror gradually darken to reduce glare (this change may take a few seconds). The mirror will return to its clear daytime state when the glare is reduced. Press the button at the base of the mirror to turn on the automatic feature.
Page 99 Power Remote Control Mirrors (Option) A control lever on the driver’s door controls both outside rearview Turn the lever to the left to select the driver’s side rearview mirror, or to the right select the passenger’s side rearview mirror. Then push the lever in the direction movement of the desired...
Page 100 Storage Compartments Glove Box Use the door key to lock and unlock the glove box. To open, lift the latch release on the left side of the glove box door. Card Holder (Option) The front doors on some vehicles have a card holder for convenient storage of business cards or stubs.
Page 101 Overhead Cormsole S - e s Storage Compartment (Option) Some models have a storage compartment for glasses in your overhead console. Press the release button lower the door. Place your glasses inside the door. To close the door, raise it and press it into position.
Page 102 Rear Storage Compartment Your Pontiac has rear storage armrest with cupholders a pass-through feature. trunk. Pull down the interior door to access the Lift the rear of the armrest to reveal the storage space. 2-51...
Page 103 Your vehicle may have a convenience net. You'll see it just inside the back wall the trunk. Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net. help keep them from falling over during starts and stops. For heavier loads, store them quick forward as can.
Page 104 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter To us6 a lighter, just push the center in all the way and let it go. When it ‘is ready the center will pop back by Pull itself. out the entire unit to use it. NOTICE: Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it heating.
Page 105 Visor Vanity Mirror Open the cover to expose the vanity mirror. If your vehicle has the optional lighted vanity mirrors, lamps come on when you open the cover. You can adjust the brightness of the lamps by moving the switch, Air Inflator System Some vehicles have an air inflator proper air pressure for the tires.
Page 106 Inflating something too much can make it explode, and you or others could be injured. Be sure to read the inflator instructions, and inflate any object only to its recommended pressure. The a i r inflator comes with a kit that includes a 20-foot (6.1 m) hose and ,an air pressure gage, as well as instructions and special adapters for inflating things like mattress or a basketball.
Page 107 Instrument Panel 2-56...
Page 108 1. Twilight Sentinelmeadlamp Switch 2. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Tilt Steering Lever Wheel Instrument Cluster/Gages '14. Audio System Steering Wheel Controls ; , 5 . c 3 ; 6. Ignition Switch 7. Air Outlet 8. Climate Control System 9. Passenger's Side Air Bag 10.
Page 109 You’ll h o w how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically. Your Pontiac is equipped with one of these instrument panel clusters, which includes indicator warning lights and gages that explained the following pages.
Page 110 Cluster with Compass Gages 2-59...
Page 111 Cluster with Compass and Boost Gage . - ( _ . > 2-60...
Page 112 (used in Canada). The odometer and trip odometer are displayed in the Driver Information Center on vehicles so equipped. Your Pontiac has a tamper resistant odometer. silver lines between the numbers, you’ll know that someone has probably tried to turn numbers may not be true.
Page 113 Tachometer (Option) The tachometer shows your engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Do not run your engine at speeds in the red area. Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help locate them.
Page 114 Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts. ’ The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for about 70 seconds.
Page 115 Battery Light This light briefly When you start the vehicle: you it is working; thenlit should I f it stays on, or comes on while you axe driving, you may have a problem with the electrical ,chatging system. a generator problem or It could indicate that you have electrical system...
Page 116 Brake System Warning Light If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. This light should come on you turn when key to START. ( a ) come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn ,BRAKE you if there’s a problem.
Page 117 & i s come reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes again while you’re driving, your Pontiac needs service. If the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, still have brakes, but If the regular brake system don’t have anti-lock brakes and there’s a problem with...
Page 118 Traction Control System Warning Light (Option) This warning light should come on briefly as the engine. If the warning light doesn’t come on then, TRACTION have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. If it stays on, or comes on when you’re may be a problem with your traction control system and your vehicle may need service.
Page 119 Low Coolant Warning Light If you have this light and it comes on, your system may be low on coolant and the engine may overheat. COOLANT Check to see the level is low at the recovery add coolant if necessary. If the level is not low, have your low coolant warning system serviced.
Page 120 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) Your Pontiac is equipped with.a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and CHECK emission control systems. This system is called OBD 1 1 (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are...
Page 121 If the Light Flashing The following may prevent more serious your vehicle: Reduce vehicle speed. Avoid liard accelerations. Avoid steep uphill grades. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of w g o being hauled as soon as it is possible. and remains on steady, see “E If the light stops flashing the Light Is On Steady”...
Page 122 Are you low on fuel? As your engme starts to run out of fuel, your engine may not run as’ efficiently as designed since small- amounts air are sucked into the fuel line causing a misfire. The system can detect this. Adding fuel should correct this condition.
Page 123 CAUTION: Don't keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do,. your engine can become so hot that it could be catches fire. or others Check your oil as soon possible and have your vehicle serviced. NOTICE: Damage your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty.
Page 124 Even if you have a low oil level, the light will go off for to 20 seconds. Then, if the oil level since your been at least eight minutes running, the CHECK OIL LEVEL light will come on for 20 to 40 seconds. The eight-minute delay allows the majority of the oil to drain back into the oil pan and prevent a false low condition.
Page 125 Low Washer Fluid Warning Light This light will come on when your windshield washers are working 'and the fluid container is less one-third full. WASHER FLUID Driving without washer fluid canbe dangerous. A bad mud splash can block your vision. You could collide with another vehicle.
Page 126 Fuel Gage Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left, when the ignition is on. When the gage reads yellow band, a warning chime will sound and the CHECK GAGES warning light will go on, if you have this option.
Page 127 Head-Up. Display ( O p t h ) If the HUD image is too bright, or too high in .your 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 in your field...
Page 128 If you never look at your instrument panel, you may not see something important, such as a be sure to scan your displays and controls and the driving environment just as you would in a vehicle HUD. without NOTICE: Although the image appears to be near the front of the vehicle, do not it as a parking aid.
Page 129 2. Adjust the seat, if necessary, b’efore setting the height control. ADJUST Slide the (image height) cimtrol up, raising the image as far ,as possible. Then the HUD image height control down so the image is as low as possible but in full view. 3.
Page 130 Driver Information Center 3 ( - 1 DRIVER INFORMATION CHECK OIL LEVEL WASHER FLUID LOW COOLANT CHECK QAOES VOOD DOOR TRUNK AJAR MlLES 888888 If you have the Driver Information Center, important safety and maintenanc,e facts. When you turn the ignition on, the entire center lights seconds.
Page 131 LAMP MONITOR: Whenever the following lamps, the LAMP MONITOR will tell you a bulb is out. Headlamp (Low and High Beam) tun^ Signal/Parking/Stop Parking Lampsidemkker Brake Lamp and Center High-Mounted Stoplamp qE2ack-Up Lamp Taillarnp/Turn/Sidemarker/license a bulb is out, you will see a message, such as 'PARK LAMB, and you will also see where the problem is on the vehicle outline.
Page 132 Electronic Compass (Option) Some vehicles are equipped with an electronic'compass. As with all compasses, this unit senses the earth's magnetic field to show the direction the car is pointing. :::,.;, ..'Y, _.a: . . . The earth's magnetic field is not always the same direction as true north as we know it.
Page 133 Choosing Your Zone Number Locate your zone number the map above. number is different than the one shown when you turn the key on, follow the steps to change your zone number. If you live on line, you can pick the zone area you are most likely to drive Alaska use Zone 9 or 10.
Page 134 Calibrating the Compass /CALIBRATE All electronic compasses need to know profile of your car. This is called calibration and is done automatically by your compass. But, the feature is available if you would like to manually calibrate. Sometimes, strong magnetic fields can affect the compass.
Page 135 Compass Accuracy Your compass show different headings around bridges, power lines, large metal objects normal and is true of compasses in general. This is If yhu -put large metal objects like golf clubs in the they could affect accuracy. If the accuracy compass will adapt to these objects over time.
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Page 138 Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section you'll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your Pontiac. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls This section tells you how to make yo'ur air system work for you.
Page 139 Temperature Knob The center control regulates the temperature of the Turn coming through the system. it toward the blue area air. for cooler Turn it toward the red area for w m e r a i r . Mode Knob right control has settings for air conditioning and non-air...
Page 140 Electronic Climate Control System (Option) Fan Button The button with the fan symbol adjusts the fan speed. Press the up arrow to increase fan speed and the down arrow to decrease fan speed. Temperature Button TEMP button changes the temperature of the coming through the system.
Page 141 Pressing the AUTO button will display the requested temperature, fan speed'and a i r delivery mode for five seconds, then change to display the outside temperature. Be careful not to put anything over the sensor located in the middle of the instrument panel near the windshield, or over the sensor in the gnlle above the radio.
Page 142 A/C: this turn Press button to the air conditioning on and off. The system will cool and dehumidify the air inside the vehicle. In the AUTO mode, the display will show that A/C is active, but the compressor operates when the system determines only it is needed.
Page 143 Heating If you have the standard system, on cold days use HEATER with the temperature knob in the red area. If you have the electronic system, press the temperature by p;essing the TEMP arrow. You may also adjust the electronic system manually by pressing the MODE button and selecting HEAT.
Page 144 When you start your vehicle and the EXT display flashes (electronic system only) for some time, the system may need repair. See your Pontiac dealer. your vehicle. TEMP...
Page 145 Defogging and Defrosting On cool, humid days, use DEFOG windshieId and side windows clear. Use DEFROST to remove fog or ice fi-om the windshield.quickly in extremely humid or cold conditions. If you have the standard system, use speed to your comfort level. Use DEFROST with the temperature toward the red control toward high.
Page 146 After 10 minutes it will turn off by itself or press the button during the heating cycle to turn it off. If you need additional warming time, push the button again. system will then operate for five minutesbefore going off by itself. Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape or decals across the defogger grid on the rear window.
Page 147 r e o Playing the VOLUME: Turn this knob to turn the system on or off. T u r n the knob clockwise to increase volume. counterclockwise to decrease volume. RCL: Press the upper knob briefly to recall the station being played or the clock display.
Page 148 Setting the Tone BASS: Slide the lever up or down to increase or decrease bass. TREB: Slide the lever up or down to increase decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy, slide the lever down to reduce the noise. Adjusting the Speakers BALANCE: Turn the control behind the upper knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers.
Page 149 Finding a Station’ AM-FM: Press this button to get AM, FM1 display shows your selection. If a cassette tape is playing, press this button to play the radio. TUNE: Press this knob lightly choose radio stations. Push the h u b you’re using it.
Page 150 Playing a Cassette Tape tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. While the tape is playing, use the VOL; FADE, BAL, TREBLE and BASS controls just as you do for the radio.
Page 151 PROG (3): Press this button to play the other side tape. (4): Press this button to reduce background noise. Note that the double-D symbol will appear on the display. Dolby@ Noise Reduction is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Page 152 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and? Equalizer Playing the Radio VOL: Push this knob to turn the system on or it clockwise to increase volume and counterclockwise to decrease volume. RECALL: Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or t h e clock display.
Page 153 kers Adjusting the BAL: Press m s Knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to move the sound to the left right speakers. middle position to balance these speakers. Push the knob back in when you’re not using it. FADE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn move the sound to the front or rear speakers.
Page 154 NEXT (2): Press this button or the SEEK up arrow to search for the next selection on the tape. button or press it more than once, the player will continue moving forward through the tape. must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for NEXT or SEEK work.
Page 155 AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player < - Playing the Radio VOL: Push this knob to turn the system on or off. it clockwise to increase volume and counterclockwise to decrease volume. RECALL: Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or clock display.
Page 156 Setting the Tone BASS: Slide the lever to the right or decrease bass. TREBLE: Slide the lever to the right or or decrease treble. K a station is weak or noisy, slide the lever down to reduce the noise. Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press this knob lightly so it extends.
Page 157 NEXT (2): Press this button or the SEEK up arrow to go to the start of the next track if more secmds have played. If you hold the button or press more than once, the player will continue moving forward through the disc. RDM (3): Press this button to hear the tracks in a random order.
Page 158 Finding a Station AM-FM: Press this button to get AM, FM1 or FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Press this lightly so it extends. Turn it to knob choose radio stations. Push the knob back you’re not using it. SEEK: Press up or down arrow to go to the next...
Page 159 you're driving on a very rough road or if it's very hot, the disc may not play and E (error) and a number may appear on the radio display. If the disc comes out, it could be that: The disc is upside down. It is d m 7 scratched or wet.
Page 160 Theft-Deterrent Feature THEFTLOC,K" is designed to discourage theft of your radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed. The' THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally and radio is not protected by the feature.
Page 161 Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more 15 seconds between steps: 1. LOC appears when the ignition is on. 2. Press MIN 000 will appear-on the display. 3. Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree with your code.
Page 162 Steering Wheel Controls (Option) If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel. SEEK: Press the up arrow to tune to the next radio station and the down arrow to tune to the previous radio station.
Page 163 Understanding Radio eception Stereo stereo will give you the best sound. But will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to buildings 'or hills can interfere with the sound to come and go. The range for most AM stations is greater especially at night.
Page 164 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cleaner which uses a cassette with a cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and the tape head. It may extreme heat.
Page 165 Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most without being damaged. If the mast should ever become slightly bent, you can straighten it out by hand. If the mast is badly bent, as it might be by vandals, replace it.
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Page 168 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...
Page 169 Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s number one contributor. to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision Attentiveness, Police records show that...
Page 170 It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, the same person drank three double martinis or 90 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.
Page 171 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol 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.
Page 172 Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where Braking action involves you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work First, at the places where the tires meet the road.
Page 173 Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. is a mistake. Your brakes may not have 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.
Page 174 Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens with ABS. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes each front wheel and...
Page 175 Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t cfiange the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows stops.
Page 176 The traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you should always leave the system on. But you can turn the traction control system off if you ever need to. should turn the system your vehicle ever gets stuck off if...
Page 177 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.
Page 178 Your Pontiac can perfom very well in emergencies like these. First apply your brakes. (See ‘‘Braking in Emergencies” earlier in this section.) It is better to remove as much speed as you can from collision. Then steer around the problem, to the left right depending on the space available.
Page 179 Off-Road Recovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.
Page 180 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a reasonable distance.
Page 181 “overdriving” those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to your Pontiac’s three control systems. In the braking skid, your wh’eels aren’t rolling. In the steering or cornering skid, too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force.
Page 182 Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers likely to alcohol or chugs, with vision problems, or by fatigue. night Here are some tips on night dnving. Drive defensively. Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the gl&e from headlamps behind you.
Page 183 Night Vision No one c8n see as well at night as in the-daytime. But as we get older these differences increase. 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 afTect your night vision.
Page 184 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction.
Page 185 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes, Try to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, t r y to slow down before you hit them. 4-18 .Wet brakes can cause accidents.
Page 186 Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle it has little or no contact with the road. Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often.
Page 187 City Driving 4-20 One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are.ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.
Page 188 Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep’ up with traffic and keep right.
Page 189 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 Here are some things you can check before a trip:...
Page 190 Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 191 ~f you drive regularly steep country, or planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer more enjoyable. Keep you vehicle in good shape. and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. Know how to go down hills.
Page 192 Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your Pontiac in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies your trunk. 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.
Page 193 Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the good road probably have traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and,, the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have lot less traction or “grip”...
Page 194 Whatever the condition smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow drive with caution. If you have traction control, keep the system on. ipprove your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road. Even though your vehicle. has a traction control system, you’ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions.
Page 195 If You’re Caught in Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help snow, and you can hike through things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers.
Page 196 <. 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. Youxan't see it or smell it, so you might not in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe.
Page 197 Loading Your Vehicle TIRE-LOADING IiNFORMATlON OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP. WT. FRT. CTR. RR. TOTAL LBS. MAX. LOADING & GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPAC,lTY WEIGHT TIRE SIZE SPEED FRT. SPA. IF TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PS1/28KPa SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION W o labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry.
Page 198 not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVVVR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, your or it change the way vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle.
Page 199 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.
Page 200 Customer Assistance Center (800 k m ) that Pontiac Division One Pontiac. Plaza Pontiac, M I 48340-2952 heavier loads. In ‘Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center km/h)) to 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 .
Page 201 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer’ is weight to measure because it affects weight of your vehicle. The capacity weight includes the curb weight of the vehicle, cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will%e 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.
Page 202 Hitches It’s important have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here some rules to follow: Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you hstall a trailer hitch? If you do, then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch.
Page 203 Driving with a nailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount Before seffing out for the open road, you’ll want to get know your rig, Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling braking with the added weight 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.
Page 204 When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring. Check with your Pontiac dealer. The green 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,...
Page 205 Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle, with hill. If something goes wrong, your rig attached, could start to move. People can be injured, your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. But if you ever have to park your rig how to do it: 1.
Page 206 Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and Press the button in to make your front and rear turn...
Page 207 Remember that ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn't be start your covered by your warranty. Trying to start your Pontiac by pushing or pulling it won't work, and it could dam'age your vehicle. CAL SION:...
Page 208 If 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.
Page 209 Using a match near a battery can cause battery to exp1ode:People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if need more light. sure battery has enough water. need to add water to the Deko Freedom@ battery installed every new...
Page 210 7. Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead remote Positive terminal if the vehicle has one. battery. Use a 8. Don't let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery.
Page 211 9. Now connect the black negative the good battery’s negative Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative cable doesn’t go to the dead battery. It goes a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery.
Page 212 -.‘w > Towing Your Vehicle ’ Try to have a Pontiac dealer or a professional towing service tow your Bonneville. See “Roadside Assistance” in the Index. If your vehicle has been changed or modified since was factory-new by adding aftermarket items like fog...
Page 213 Before you do'anything, turn flashers. When you cdl, tell the towing service: That, have the SSE model, be towed from the front with sling-type equipment. That your vehicle has front-wheel drive. The make, model and year of your vehicle. Whether you can still move the shift lever. If there was an accident, what was damaged.
Page 214 A vehicle can fall from a car carSier if it isn’t adequately secured. This can cause 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, qtc.) that can be cut by sharp edges underneath the towed vehicle.
Page 215 Front Towing (SSE and SSEi Only) 5-10 NOTICE: Do not tow with slmg-type equipment or fascidfog lamp damage will occur. Use wheel-lift or car carrieF equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps. Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage vehicle.
Page 216 Attach T-hook chains on both sides in the slotted holes in the bottom of the cradle, behind the front wheels. These slots are to be used when loading and securing to car carrier equipment. Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control arm.
Page 217 Front Towing (SE) Attach T-hook chains on both sides i n the slotted holes the cradle, b’ehind the front wheds. These slots &e to be used when using slingtype equipment or when’loading and securing to car carrier equipment. 5-12 bottom of Position a contacting bottom of the radiator support.
Page 218 Attach separate safety chain around the outboard end arm. of each control Rear Towing Tow Limits mph (88 kmlh), 500 miles (800 Attach T-hook chains to slots in the bottom of the floor pan directly ahead of rear wheels on both sides. wood beam is needed.
Page 219 Position the lower sling crossbar directly lower edge of rear bumper cover. 5-14 Attach separate safety chain around the outboard end behind and of each lower control arm.
Page 220 Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage or the warning light about a hot engine your Pontiac’s instrument panel. See “Coolant Temperature Gage” and “Coolant Temperature Warning Light” in the Index. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood.
Page 221 If No Steam ]Is Coming From Your Engine I f you get the overheat warning but see steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: Climb a long hill on hot day.
Page 222 Cooling System When you decide it's safe to lift the hood, here's what you'll see: A. Coolant recovery tank B. Radiator pressure cap C. Electric engine fans An electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you.
Page 223 ‘The coolant level should be at COLD mark. If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be ’...
Page 224 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant isn’t at the FULL COLD mark, add-a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and DEX-COOL (orange-colored, silicate-free) antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank.
Page 225 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 When the coolant the coolant recovery tank is at the COLD mark, start your vehicle.
Page 226 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap T u r n and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops.
Page 227 3. Fill the radiator with the proper mix, up the base 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push the filler neck. down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap.
Page 228 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark. 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 6. Start the engine and let mn until you upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fans.
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Page 230 Air Inflator System Some vehicles have an air inflator for use in maintaining proper air pressure for the tires. The air inflator is located in the The ON switch will work trunk. the ignition on. CAUTION: Inflating something too much can make it explode, and you or others could be injured.
Page 231 Changing a Flat Tire tire tire goes flat, avoid fwther by driving slowly to a level place, warning flashers. CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle over you can slip the jack roll people. You and they could be badly injured. -Find a level place to change your tire.
Page 232 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll ,need is in the trunk. Pull the camethg. ‘from the floor of theku&. Turn the center retainer bolt on the spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it. Lift and remove the cover. See “Compact Spare Tire” later in this section for more information about the compact spare.
Page 233 The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) and wheel (6). wrench Removing Wheel Covers and Wheel N I * Caps To remove the wheel or nut cap particular vehicle, have steel wheels with full plastic wheel each nut wheel wrench.
Page 234 If you have aluminum wheels with nut caps, remove them., If your have aluminum wheels and the center cover hides the wheel nuts, remove the center cover the flat end of the wrench to pry it off. it could become scratched o r lay face down, cover...
Page 235 2. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack, and rotate the wrench clockwise to raise the jack head Near each wheel well is a notch in the frame into which put the jack head. The front notch is 10 inches (25 cm) back from the front wheel well. The rear notch is 8 inches (20 cm) forward from the rear wheel well.
Page 236 Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. NOTICE: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack.
Page 237 1 r = Remove any rust or dirt from wheel bolts, mounting surfaces spare wheel. 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 wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Page 238 7. Replace the wheel nuts with rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Make sure each wheel stud is centered in each wheel Eole while tightening the nuts. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 8.
Page 239 9. Tighten the wheel nuts firqly criss-cross sequence. Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have sure to replace them, be to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts.
Page 240 When re-installing the full plastic wheel cover, align the valve stem symbol (which is molded into the back side of the cover) with the valve stem. Start the nut cap by pushing it onto the lugnut with the wheel wrench. Tighten the plastic caps snug using the wheel wrench.
Page 241 Storing the Flat Tire and Tools Storing jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. After you’ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle, store the flat tire in your trunk.
Page 242 Storing the Spare Tire and Tools Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. The compact spare is for temporary use only.
Page 243 Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was frilly inflated when your vehicle was new, it lose the inflation pressure regularly. It should be.60 psi (420 Wa). After installing the compact spare should stop as soon as possible and make sure spare tire is correctly inflated.
Page 244 If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicle to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution. If you your tires spin at high speed, they can...
Page 245 NOTES...
Page 246 Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to get the proper Pontiac Service Manual. It tells you much more about how to service your Pontiac this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see “Service and Owner Publications”...
Page 247 You can be injured and your vepicle could be damaged if‘ you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. Be sure you have sufficient .knowledge, experience, and the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task.
Page 248 The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on and/or-your vehicle may fail a smog-check test. If this occurs, return to your authorized Pontiac dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure. In the event it is determined that the cause the condition is the type may not be covered by your warranty.
Page 249 Fuels in Foreign Countries you plan on driving in another country outside the United States Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other recommended the previops text caused by use of improper fuel wouldn't be covered by your wairanty.
Page 250 Filling Your Tank The cap is behind hinged door on the driver’s side of your vehicle. CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away from gasoline.
Page 251 While refueling, hang the cap inside the he1 door. you h a v e the (L36)~ 3800 V6 engine, fuel cap your will be tethered y w cannot hang it on the inside fuel door while refueling. To take off the cap, turn to the left it slowly...
Page 252 Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See Outside of Your Pontiac” in the Index. When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right until you .hear at least three clicks. Make sure you the cap.
Page 253 Fuel Door Manual Release (‘Option) If your vehicle has a fuel door lock, the fuel door can be opened manually case of an electrical power Open the t r u n k , the release mechanism is on the driver’s side of the vehicle, at top of Pull the tab rearward to release the fuel door.
Page 254 Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle. It is next to the parking brake pedal near the floor. Then go to the front of the vehicle and push up on secondary hood release. Lift the hood.
Page 255 3800 Series I1 Engine (L36 When you open the b o d , you’ll see: A. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank B. Battery Radiator Pressure 6-10 Code K) D. Engine Oil Dipstick E. Engine Oil Fill Cap Fluid Dipstick I. Windshield F.
Page 256 3800 Supercharged Engine (L67 When you open the hood, see: ~ 0 1 1 ' 1 1 A. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank B. Battery C . Radiator Pressure Cap Code 1) (Option) D. Engine Oil Dipstick E. Engine Oil Fill Cap F.
Page 257 Supercharged Engine (Option) Your Bonneville may have a 3800 Supercharged engine. The supercharger is a device which is designed more into the engine than it would normally use. This air mixed with fuel, creates increased engine power. Since the supercharger is a pump from an engine accessory drive belt, increased pressure is available at all driving conditions.
Page 258 The engine oil dipstick is located immediately behind the engine fans and in front of the engine oil fill cap. The top of the dipstick is a round, yellow loop. Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan.
Page 259 When to Add Oil mark, If the oil is below the 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.
Page 260 GM Goodwrench@ 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 MW-50 ANY OTHER C) before your next oil S A E your warranty.
Page 261 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. trailer or You frequently tow a your vehicle.
Page 262 Air Cleaner Before servicing the air cleaner, remove the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) cover by removing the two wing nuts. The PCM is located on the driver’s side front edge of the engine compartment. 1. Remove the two screws on the air cleaner housing cover.
Page 263 Replace the air filter. Re-install the rear section of the air cleaner. 5. Reattach the air intake hose. Maintenance Schedule to determine when Refer to the replace the air filter. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. Operating the engine with the air cleaner off can cause you or others to be burned.
Page 264 Supercharger Oil Unless you are technically qualified and have the proper tools, you should let your dealer or a qualified service center perform this maintenance. When to Check Check oil level every 30,000 miles (50 000 36 months, whichever occurs ,first. What Kind of Oil to Use See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”...
Page 265 Automatic Transaxle Fluid When Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change both the fluid filter every k m ) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or (83 000 more of these conditions: In .heavy eity.traffic where the 'outside temperature...
Page 266 Checking the Fluid Level a level place. Keep the Park your vehicle on engine running. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing three seconds in each range.
Page 267 If you have a problem with engine overheating, see “Engine Overheating” in the Index. 50/50 mixture a pint (0.5 your Pontiac only fluid Give freezing protection down to Give boiling protection up to 265 warranty. Protect against rust Help keep the proper engine temperature.
Page 268 NOTICE: When adding coolant it important that you use DEX-COOL (orange-colored, silicate-free) coolant meeting GM Specification 6277M. I f silicated coolant is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine -coolant will require change sooner 308,000 miles km) or 24 months whichever occurs first.
Page 269 NOTICE: 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 crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. have to add coolant more than four times have your dealer check your cooling system.
Page 270 this light comes on, it means you're engine coolant. COOLANT Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper coolant recovery tank. low on CALJTION: lhrning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly.
Page 271 Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE: Your radiator cap is psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage overheating. from on the cap line up with the overflow tube on filler neck. the radiator -%.Thermostat - - $ , .
Page 272 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 and completely tighten Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick. The level should be at the FULL COLD necessary, add only enough fluid to bring the level up...
Page 273 NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage yoqr washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid.
Page 274 your brake system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won’t work well, or won’t work all. So, it isn’t a good idea to “top off’ your brake fluid. Adding brake fluid won’t gorrect a leak. If you add fluid when your linings are worn, then you’ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings.
Page 275 Index. 6-30 Brake Wear Your Pontiac has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn new pads are needed. The sound...
Page 276 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 example, when your brake linings wear down and you have to have new ones put in genuine GM replacement parts.
Page 277 This will help keep your battery the battery. running down. CAUTION: Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. can be badly hurt “Jump aren’t careful. See Starting” in the’hclex for tips on working around a battery without getting b r t .
Page 278 Driver's Side Replacement Reach behind the headlamp assembly and turn the bulb assembly counterclockwise to remove the bulb assembly. 2. Remove the bulb from the assembly. 3. Replace the bulb and reverse the steps to install the new bulb assembly. Passenger's Side Replacement 1.
Page 279 the assembly turn the assembly 3. Tip bulb Slide the headlamp assembly outward the left) counterclockwise remove it. and lift it out. 6-34...
Page 280 Replace reverse the steps to install the bulb and new bulb assembly. Sidemarker Lamps 1. Remove headlamp assembly vehicle, using the passenger’s side headlamp removal procedure as described previously in this section. 2. Turn the sidemarker lamp bulb assembly counterclockwise to remove. 3.
Page 281 Rear Quarter Tail/Stop/Turn SignaUSidemarker Lamps For bulb type, see “Replacement Bulbs” Index. assembly counterclockwise to remove it. 3. Turn the bulb Remove the plastic nut holding the c q h g i n place. the carpeting away the rear corner 2.
Page 282 Runk Mounted Taillamps and Back-up Lamps For bulb type, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. Replace the bulb and reverse the steps to insta assembly. new bulb 1. Push in on the center of the plastic push pin with a pen.
Page 283 2. Pull the pin with your fingers to remove it. (There are four pins altogether two on and two on the passenger’s side.) 3. Remove the five nuts that hold the assembly in place with a 10 mm driver’s side way to remove center nut.
Page 284 4. Lift up on both plastic side flaps at the same time 6. Turn the bulb assembly counterclockwise to remove it. (driver’s side shown) and lift the assembly out. 5. Carefully let of the decklid and let it raise completely. The assembly will still be connected to the wiring harness, but now you have access to will...
Page 285 8. If you are replacing the back-up bulb, must be 7. Pull out the taillamp bulb to remove turned and pulled to be removed. 9. Reverse the steps to install the new bulb assembly. 6-40...
Page 286 Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper For the correct windshield wiper blade replacement length and type, see “Capacities and Specifications’’ in the Index. Tires We don’t make tires. Your new Pontiac comes with tires high-quality you ever have questions about your tire warranty and...
Page 287 Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires. The resulting accident could cause serious injury. Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure. Tire pressure should be ch’ecked when your tires are cold. Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut, punctured or broken by a sudden impact such...
Page 288 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). Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them.
Page 289 After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown Infannation label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” the Index. Rust or dirt on a wheel, on the pads it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time.
Page 290 The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that can’t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage. Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on...
Page 291 While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light 'trucks may vary with respect to these must also conform to Federal safety grades, they requirements and additional General Motors Tire Perforrnance Criteria (TPC) standards. 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.
Page 292 (except some alumhum 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.
Page 293 NOTICE: The wrong wheel can cause problems with also 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. “Changing a Flat Tire” in the Index for ‘...
Page 294 Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container Pontiac, be sure to follow the manufacturer's warnings instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you're cleaning the inside.
Page 295 Using Foam-Type Cleaner on Fabric Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose trim p h e l or section. Mask Always clean a whole surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. Mix’Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label. Use suds only apply with a clean sponge.
Page 296 Non-Greasy Stains 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. If a stain remains, follow the foam-type instructions described earlier.
Page 297 Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions.
Page 298 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 f ~ s h : The clearcoat gives more depth Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and...
Page 299 Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over You canhelp t o keep the paint finish looking new by your Pontiac garaged or covered whenever possible. Aluminum or Chrome Wheels (If So Equipped) a &oft...
Page 300 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 whichever occurs first. vehicle. This damage your job causes this, Pontiac km) of purchase,...
Page 301 Appearance Care Materials Chart (0.354 L) Silicone T i r e Shine Shines tires 12345725 See your General Mators Parts Department for these products. Not recornmended for suede leather. pigskin See “Fluids and Lubric’ants” Index. **Not recommended for use on instrument panel vinyl. 6-56...
Page 302 E N G I N E A 9 6 MODEL CODE YEAR This is the legal identifier for your Pontiac. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the your windshield from outside vehicle.
Page 303 Youfvehicle has air bag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your Pontiac, see “Servicing Ysur Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac” in the Index. Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by an internal circuit electrical overload will cause the lamps breaker.
Page 304 Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and fusible thermal links. This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse.
Page 305 6-60 Fuse Usage Circuit Breaker-Power Sunroof Not Used Power Seats Not Used Not Used PASS-Key Spare Not Used Used Ignition (Run), Automatic AJC Control, Base Cluster, Cruise Control Courtesy Lamps, Power Mirrors Not Used Not Used Cigarette Lighter Turn Signal, Back-up Lamps, Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock Spare Used...
Page 306 Fuse Usage Anti-Lock Brake System, Computer Command Ride, Electronic Level Control Brake and Hazard Lamps Not Used Interior Lighting Electronic Level Control Air Bag System Spare Not Used Not Used Cooling Fans, Trmsmle Parking Lamps Not Used Not Used (Battery), Radio, Cluster Ignition (Run/Crank), Chime, Cluster Spare...
Page 307 Fuse Usage Door Locks Trunk Release, Horns Not Used Miscellaneous Engines Controls Fuel Pump Injectors Powertrain Control Module Not Used Not Used Programmer Not Used...
Page 308 Replacement Bulbs Outside Lamps Front Parking/Tum Lamps Halogen Headlamps Low-Beam High-Beam Sidemarker Lamps FogLamps Rear Taillamps Back-up Lamps License Plate Lamp Center High-Mounted S toplamp Sidemarker Stoplamps T ~ r n Trunk Lamp Bulb 3157NA 9006 9005 1156 1 156 2057 1156 21 1-2...
Page 309 Redacement Bulbs Inside Lamps Front Visor Vanity Mirror L a p s Rear Visor Vanity Mirror Lamps DoorLamps -Front Courtesy/Reading Lamps Rear Courtesy/JXeading Lamps Instrument Panel Insulator Sound Panel (Lower Floor Lighting) GloveCompartmentLamp Ashtray Lamp 6-64 Bulb 8W Festoon (A3 1733) 8W Festoon (A3173B)
Page 310 Capacities and Specifications Automatic Transaxle AT (Overdrive) ... '..Pan Removal and Replacement After Complete Overhaul When draining or replacing torque converter, more fluid may be needed. CoolingSystem Enginecrankcase Oil change with filter change FuelTank Windshield Wiper Blades Type Length Tire Pressures See Tire-Loading Information label on driver's door...
Page 311 Air Conditioning Refrigerants' ;Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the the air conditioning system refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you're not sure, ask your Pontiac dealer. Engine Specifications 3800 Series 11 Engine (L36) Engine Code Q p e...
Page 312 L36 Engine Accessory Belt The L36 engine uses an engine accessory belt. This diagram shows the features connected and the routing. See “Maintenance Schedule” in the Index for when to check the belt. Power Steering Alternator Conditioning Idle Crank Coolant Pump 6-67...
Page 313 L67 Engine Accessory Belt The Supercharged 3800 (L67) engine uses drive The inner belt drives the alternator, power belts. steering pump, coolant pump and outer belt drives the supercharger, Each belt has its tensioner and idler pulley. See “Maintenance Schedule” in the Index for when to check the accessory drive belts and the supercharger the oil level in the supercharger.
Page 314 NOTES...
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Page 316 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 Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties.
Page 317 Some of these “Part important inspections that your Pontiac dealer’s service you should department or another qualified service center should perform. “Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” lists some products GM recommends to help keep your vehicle properly maintained.
Page 318 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 schedule them. If you should go to your dealer for your service needs, you’ll know...
Page 319 Maintenance Schedule Short Trip/City Definition Follow Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if one of these conditions is true for less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 Most trips This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. Most trips are through dusty areas.
Page 320 Maintenance Schedule Follow this maintenance schedule only conditions from the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule is true. Driving vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower. Every 7,500 none Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 321 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles k m ) (166 000 should be performed after. 100,000 miles (166 000 at the sarne intervals. Footnotes The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California A i r Resources Board has determined...
Page 322 Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides and underbody contact points and linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 323 Short lkip/City Maintenance Schedule 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides and underbody contact points and linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 324 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 18,000 Miles.(30 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension and steering -linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides .and underbody contact points and linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 325 Short TriplCity Maintenance, Schedule ,-24,000 Miles (40 000 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, ',whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension linkage, transaxle shift linkage, brake cable guides underbody points linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 326 Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule 30,000 Miles (50,000 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides and underbody contact points and linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 327 Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule 33,000 Miles Change engine oil ,and filter (or every ;36,000 Miles (40 000 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable points md linkage (or every 6 months, whichever...
Page 328 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 39,000 Miles 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service, 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An- Emission Control Service.
Page 329 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 An Emission Control Service. ~ ~ X X S S ~ X Y . Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 330 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 50,OOO;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 - ' - . , ' ; I . temperature regularly reaches 90°F "...
Page 331 Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule S4,OOO Miles (90 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every ’ months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension tramaxle shift linkage, parking guides and underbody contact p i n t s and linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 332 Short ”rip/City Maintenance Schedule ’ 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Sewice. An Emission Control Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides and underbody contact points linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 333 Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. RATE ACTUAL MLLEAGE 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 334 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED 72,000 Miles Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides and underbody contact points and linkage' (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 335 ‘bip/City Maintenance Schedule-1 Short Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Inspect cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions, Replace necessary. An Emission Control Service..DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 7-20 78,000 Change engine oil and filter (or every...
Page 336 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 81,000 Miles (135 000 km) Change engine oil filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ‘DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 84,000 Miles Change engine oil 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage,.
Page 337 Short TriplCity Mahtenance' Schedule S7,OOO Miles (145 !OOO filter (or every Change engine oil 3 months, whichever occurs first). Sewice. An Emission Control DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 7-22 .90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice.
Page 338 Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule For supercharged engines only: Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed (or every months, whichever first). See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in this section. Control Service. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 339 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Miles (1 60 000 .ha) 96,000 Change engine oil filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. Lubricate the suspension and steering' linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides and underbody linkage (dx every 6 months, points whichever occurs first).
Page 340 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (1 66 000 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck.
Page 341 The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 should be performed after (166 000 k m ) at the same intervals. Footnotes U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's usefd life.
Page 342 (,Long Trip/Highway Main€enance Schedul’t 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. suspension Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage, parking linkage, brake cable guides underbody contact points linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 343 Long TriplHighway Maintenance Schedule 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking and underbody contact brake cable guides ’~ points and linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 344 Long Trip/Highway Maintmmce Schedule 37,500 Miles (62 Change engine and filter 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension and transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides and underbody contact p o i n t s and linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 345 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 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°F (32°C) or highc,.
Page 346 Long Trip/Highway 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 suspension and steering linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides and underbody contact points and linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 347 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 67,500 Mi1e.s (112 500 km) Change engine oil filter ;ind 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension and transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides and underbody contact points (or every 12 months, whichever Rotate tires.
Page 348 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides and underbody contact points and linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Rotate tires.
Page 349 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) For supercharged engines only: Cheek the supercharger oil level and add oil (or every 36 months, whichever occurs first). See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in this section. Control Sewice. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 7-34 97,500 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 350 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (166 000 E l Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant’’ in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck.
Page 351 Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed below owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help pnsure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown i n Part D.
Page 352 At Least %ice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its repaired.
Page 353 Starter Switch Check When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. Before ybu start, be sure you have enough around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see "Parking Brake"...
Page 354 Steering Column Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, the key to.LOCK in each shift lever position. to LOCK only when the shift The key should turn PARK (P). lever is The key should come out only in LOCK. Parking Brake and Automatic 'kansaxle PARK Mechanism Check When you are doing this check, your vehicle...
Page 355 Make sure any necessary repairs completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a Pontiac service manual. See “Service and Owner Publications” in the Index. Steering, Suspension and Front- Wheel-Drive Boot and Seal Inspection...
Page 356 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer. USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “ S tarburst” symbol of the proper viscosity.
Page 357 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Supercharger 12345982). See “Supercharger Oil” in the Index. Floor Shift Lubriplate Lubricant aerosol Linkage (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant,meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC-LB. Chassis Chassis lubricant (GM Part Lubrication No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Page 358 Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY READING additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance’” can be added on the following record pages.
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Page 360 Maintenance Record ODOMETER MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICED DATE READING .>. ,".;I - x , < 7-45...
Page 361 Maintenance Record E PERFORMED 7-46...
Page 362 Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Hire you will find 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 Pontiac Cares Program...
Page 363 All of these make your experience an enjoyable one, and are discussed greater detail f a h e r in your owner's manual. Pontiac is focusing on the changing needs of is committed in giving you an exceptional level of customer care throughout the ownership experience.
Page 364 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 Assisiance Center in Oshawa calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Page 365 We encourage you to call us so we' can give your inquiry prompt. attention., However, if you wish to write Pontiac, write t o : United States Pontiac Division 'Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac,, MI 48340-2952 Canada Motors...
Page 366 Security While You Travel -8OO-ROADSDJ (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.
Page 367 Vehicle identification number Vehicle license plate number Pontiac .reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when in Pontiac's judgement the claims become excessive in frequency type of occurrence. we hope that you never have the occasion to use...
Page 368 So Pontiac has come up with a way to eliminate any frustrations you might have when trying to get a ride to work, or wondering home. Well, your worries are over. Pontiac provides no-cost transportation when you bring your 19% Pontiac in for warranty service.
Page 369 Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet. General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participationin this PrOgrm. Pontiac and your Pontkc dealer are cokunitted to Both m a k i n g sure you completely satisfied vehicle.
Page 370 BBB at any time. The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary between you and Pontiac. If this mediation unsuccessful, an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible customers may present their case to impartial third-party arbitrator.
Page 371 In addition to notifymg NHTSA (or Transport Canada) situation in a like:this, we certainly 1-80O-PM-CARES Please call Pontiac Division Customer Assistance Center One h n & c Plaza MI 48340-2952 Pontiac, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) Canada, 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write:...
Page 372 Service and Owner Publications Service manuals, service bulletins, owner’s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for a l l current and many past model General Motors vehicles. Toll-free telephone numbers for ordering information: ..United States 1-800-551-4123 .
Page 373 Service Bulletins Service bulle@s covering various subjects sent to all General Motors dealerships. GM monitors product performance in the field. When service methods are found which promote better service on bulletins are created to help the technician perform better service. Service bulletins may involve any number of vehicles.
Page 374 Section 9 Index Acceisory mator ..Accessory Power Outlet Adjustable Support Seat AirBag .:... l-16 .How Does it Restrain Works Location Readiness Light Servicing What Makes it Inflate What Will You See After it Inflates When Should Inflate Aircleaner Air Conditioning...
Page 375 ........Battery .
Page 376 Circuit Breakers and Fuses ....Cleaner. Cleaning Aluminum Wheels Fabric Glass Inside of Your Pontiac Instrument Panel Leather Outside of Your Pontiac Special Problems Stains Tires .
Page 377 Driving City Defensive ..... . Drunken ....Freeway Blizzard Foreign Countries...
Page 378 ......Fluids and Lubricants Fog Lamp Bulb Replacement Fog Lamps Foreign Countries. Fuel French Language Manual FrontTowing Fuel Canada...
Page 379 Inspections Brake System ......Exhaust Systems ....Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Seal Radiator and Heater Hose...
Page 380 Low Coolant Warning Light Low Washer Fluid Light Lubricants and Fluids Lubrication Service. Body Lumbar Controls Magnasteer" Maintenance Record Maintenance Schedule ....Long Tripmighway Definition Long Tripmighway Intervals Owner Checks and Services...
Page 382 Publications, Ordering Work, Doing Your Own 1-27 Service and Appearance Care 1-24 Service and Owner Publications 1-24 Service Publications 1.5. 2.63 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac Sheet Metal Damage 1-43 1-22 Shift Lever Shifting Automatic Trarisaxle 1-30 Into Park (P) 1-22 .
Page 383 Speedometer ....... . Stains. Cleaning ......Starter Switch Check Starting Your Engine Steam...
Page 384 Trailer Brakes Driving on Grades Drivingwith -Hitches Maintenance When Towing Parking on Hills Safety Chains Tongueweight Total Weight on Tires Towing Turn Signals Weight Transaxle Fluid, Automatic Transmitters, Remote Keyless Entry Transportation, Courtesy Trip Odometer T i u n k Ajar Message Lock Release, Remote...
Page 385 Windows Express-Down ...,...,...2-32 Fuses Power Windshield Washer Fluid...-2-37,6-27 Level Check Fluid 9-12 2-32 Windshield Wiper, Blade Replacement 2-33 Winter Driving 2-37 Wiring,Headlamp 7-36 Wrecker Towing Wrench,Wheel ....... . . 5 - 2 7 2-36 6-41 6-58...

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