Page 1 1993 PONTIAC Bonneville (SE, SSE, SSEi) OWNER'S MANUAL...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Pontiac Bonneville Introduction P a r t P a r t P a r t P a r t P a r t P a r t P a r t P a r t P a r t s...
Page 3: Important Notes About This Manual
Canadian Owners Note to For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Pontiac Division whenever it appears in this manual. For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual: Aux proprietaires canadiens: Vous concessionaire ou au DGN Marketing Services Ltd., 1500 Bonhill Rd., Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1C7.
Page 4 Use this Manual Using Your 1993 Pontiac Owner’s Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. This will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly.
Page 5: How To Use This Manual
Part 8: Customer Assistance Information This part tells you how to contact Pontiac for assistance and how to get service publications. It also gives you information on Reporting Safety Defects. Part 9: Index Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject that’s in this manual.
Page 6: Safety Warnings And Symbols
In this manual, we’ve used the familiar words and colors that Pontiac has used for years. You’ll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use the same colors, and the words CAUTION or NOTICE.
Page 7: To Use This Manual
Use this Manual Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you will find on your vehicle. For example, these symbols are used on an original battery: Caution Possible injury Protect Eyes by Shielding Caustic Battery Acid Could Cause Burns Avoid Spark or Flames Sparks or Flame Could Explode Battery...
Page 8 These symbols are on some of your controls: Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Headlight Washers Windshield Defroster Rear Window Defogger Ventilating Fan Power Window These symbols used on warning and indicator lights: Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Charging System Fuel Engine Oil Pressure Brake Anti-Lock Brakes...
Page 9: How To Use This Manual
How t o Use this Manual Here are some other symbols you may see: Fuse Trunk Release Lighter Horn Speaker Hood Release m m .
Page 10: Seats & Safety Belts
H e r e youW find information about the seats in your Pontiac. your Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (“air bag”) system and how to use your safety belts properly You can also learn about some things you should not do with safety belts Seats &...
Page 11: Manual Front Seat
Seats & Safety Eelts Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats- how to adjust them-and also about reclining seatbacks and head restraints. Manual Front Seat A You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver's seat while the vehicle is moving.
Page 12 Power Seat (OPTION) To adjust the power seat on some models: Front Control (A): Raise the front of the seat by holding the switch up. Lower the front of the seat by holding the switch down. Center Control (B): Move the seat forward or back by holding the control to the right or left.
Page 13 Seats & Safety 6elts Adjustable Support Seat Lumbar Controls Reshapes the lower back area of the seat. Reshapes the middle back area of the seat. & Reshapes the upper back area of the seat. I . . Manual Reclining Seatback (CONTJ (OPTION) Lift the lever to release the seatback,...
Page 14: Head Restraints
(Continued) )ones. This could cause serious internal injuries. For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly. Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears.
Page 15 Seats & Safety Eelts Safety Belts: ’re For Zley Everyone (Cont.) Don’t let anyone ride where they can’t wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you’re not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it.
Page 16 Why Safety Belfs Work ’ 2. When the bike hits the block, it 3. Take the simplest ‘‘car.’ Suppose stops. But the child keeps going! it’s just a seat on wheels. When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. 1.
Page 17: Safety Belts
& Safety Belts Seats Why Safety Belts Work (CONI) 4. Put someone on it. 7. or the instrument panel.. 5. Get it up to speed. Then stop the “car.” The rider doesn’t stop. 8. or the safety belts! 6. The person keeps going until stopped by something.
Page 18: Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Beltsand The Answers
Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts- and the Answers Q: Won’t 1 be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? You could be-whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can easily unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down.
Page 19: How To Wear Safety Belts
Seats & Safety Eelts Satiety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to or Start, a light will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts. Unless the driver’s safety belt is buckled, a chime will also sound. How to Wear Safety Belts Properly-Adults This section is only for people of adult...
Page 20: Lap-Shoulder Belt
LapShoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see the Index under Seat Controls) so you can sit up straight. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you.
Page 21 Seats & Safety 6elts Lap-Shoulder Belt (CONTI Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster You can move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. To move up or down, squeeze the release handle. When you release the handle, to move it down a little to make sure has locked into position.
Page 22 Q: What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection place. this way. your shoulder belt is too wrong place like this. loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much; which could increase injury.
Page 23 Supplemental Znjlatable Restraint System (Air Bag) This section explains the driver’s Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) or “air bag” system. Your Pontiac may have an air bag for the driver and for the right-front passenger. H1132...
Page 24 Your Pontiac may have the right-front passenger’s SIR option. If your vehicle has an air bag for the right-front passenger, it will say SIR on the instrument panel above the glove box. Here are the Most Important Things to Know: Even with an air bag, if you’re...
Page 25 Seats & Safety 6elts Air Bag System Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows INFLATABLE RESTRAINT. system checks itself and the light tells you if there is a problem. You will see this light flash for a few seconds when you turn your ignition to or Start.
Page 26 If your vehicle has a right-front passenger air bag, it is located in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. Q: When is an air bag expected to inflate? The air bag is designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near- frontal crashes.
Page 27: Seats & Safety Belts
Seats & Safety Belts How the Air Bag System Works (CON Q: How does an air bag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, even belted occilpants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts.
Page 28 Don’t attach anything to the steering wheel pad. It might injure the driver if the air bag inflates. If your vehicle has the right-front passenger’s air bag, don’t set anything on or attach anything to the instrument panel. It might injure the passenger if the air bag inflates.
Page 29 Servicing Bur Pontiac with the Air Bag System Please tell or remind anyone who works on your Pontiac that it has the air bag system. 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 30: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
After you follow this procedure for the driver’s air bag, then disconnect the right-front passenger’s air bag like this: Lower the passenger side hush panel under the glove box. Disconnect the yellow connector at the base of the instrument panel. When the work is complete, if the air bag system was disconnected, be sure to reattach everything and replace the fuse...
Page 31: Center Passenger Position
Seats & Safety 6elts Center Passenger Position If your vehicle has rear and/or front bench seats, someone can sit in the center positions. a m . When you sit in a center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor.
Page 32: Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
Rear Seat Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
Page 33 Ifety 6elts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions (CONT:) The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt.
Page 34 Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, the law in every state and Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle. S rmaller Children and Babies Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in...
Page 35: Smaller Children And Babies
Seats & Safety 6elts Smaller Children and Babies (CONT) xi11 Child Restraints Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle, but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury.
Page 36 A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously 1nJured if the right-front passenger’s air bag inflates. This is because the back of a rear-facing child restraint would,be very close to the inflating air bag. If your vehicle has a right-front passenger’s air bag, always secure a rear-facing child restraint in the rear seat.
Page 37 If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your Pontiac dealer to put it in for you. If you want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer can tell you how to do it.
Page 38 Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6 . To tighten the belt, feed it into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. 7 . Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
Page 39 Seats & Safety 6elts Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position When you secure a child restraint in a center seating position, you'll be using the lap belt. See the earlier section about the top strap if the child restraint has one.
Page 40 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. If the child restraint isn’t secure, turn the latch plate over and buckle it again. Then see if it is secure. If it isn’t, secure the restraint in a different place in the vehicle and contact the child restraint maker for their advice.
Page 41 Seats & Safety m Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Font Seat (CONTJ If you have the right-front passenger’s SIR, move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a front-facing child restraint. 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint.
Page 42 7. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. 8. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way.
Page 43: Larger Children
Seats & Safety 6elts Larger Children Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle's safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide.
Page 44: Safety Belt Extender
Q: What if a child is wearing a lap- shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? Move the child toward the center of the vehicle, but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child’s shoulder, so that in a crash the child’s upper body would have the...
Page 45: Checking Your Restraint Systems
Seats & Safety 6elts Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are working properly. Look for any loose parts or damage. If you see anything that might keep a restraint system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Page 46: Features & Controls
H e r e you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Pontiac. and information on starting. shifting and braking Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working...
Page 47 The door keys are for the doors and all other locks. When a new Pontiac is delivered, the dealer removes the plugs from the keys and gives them to the first owner. However, the ignition key may not have a plug.
Page 48: Door Locks
Door Locks Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers-especially children- can easily open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won't open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. This may not be so obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash...
Page 49: Leaving Your Vehicle
System later in this section. . I . Remote Keyless Entry (omoiy) If your Pontiac has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from about 15 feet (4.5 m) away using the key chain transmitter supplied with your vehicle.
Page 50: Battery Replacement
Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. S e e your Pontiac dealer or a qualified technician for service. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.
Page 51: Rear Door Security Locks
Features Controls Rear Door Security Locks Your Pontiac is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the inside. To use one of these locks: 1. Move the lever on the door all the way up to the ENGAGED position.
Page 52 If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves-so don’t do it. When you park your Pontiac and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear a tone reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you.
Page 53 Features & Controls Theft (CONI) Parking at Night: Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. Parking Lots: If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your keys.
Page 54 PASS-Key I F M system. If you lose or damage a PASS-Key I F M ignition key, see your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS- to have a new key made. I F M Theft-Deterrent System...
Page 55 Features & Controls Theft-Deterrent System If the SECURITY light comes on for one minute and then shuts off while the ignition is on, the security system has detected a problem with itself. See your dealer for service. If a door or the trunk is opened without the key or the Keyless Entry transmitter, the alarm will go off.
Page 56 To Test the Almn: p u r Roll window down, then follow the 221 A m directions under the System earlier. Once alarm is set, reach through the window and manually unlock door from the inside or turn on the ignition.
Page 57: Convenience Net (Option)
Remote Trunk Release (opTIoN) Press the trunk release button located below the driver’s door armrest to release the trunk lid. The ignition must be on and the transaxle must be in P (Park). The system also works with the Remote Keyless Entry System.
Page 58: Ignition Switch
New Venice bbBreak-ln” Your modern Pontiac doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: Don’t drive at any one speed- fast or slow-for the first 500 .miles (804 Don’t make full- km).
Page 60 3800 Tuned Port Injection Engine (Code L): 3, If it doesn’t start right away, hold your key in Start for about three seconds at a time until your engine starts. Wait about 15 seconds between each to help avoid draining your battery.
Page 61: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Features & Controls Driving Through Deep Standing Water If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine’s air intake and badly damage your engine. If you can’t avoid deep puddles or standing water, drive through them very slowly.
Page 62 In the weather, the kind of oil you have, md some other things. Instead of trying :o list everything here, we ask that you :ontact a Pontiac dealer in the area ahere you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice F o r that particular area.
Page 63 Ensure the shift lever is fully in P (Park) range before starting the engine. Your Pontiac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from P (Park) when the ignition key is in the roll.
Page 64 Severse (Reverse): Use this gear to back up. Shifting to (Reverse) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. Shift to R only after your vehicle is stopped. To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice, or sand without damaging your transaxle, see the Index under You ’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud,...
Page 65: Forward Gears
“ r Controls Neutral (CONTJ Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) while your engine is “racing” (running at high speed) i: ’ ngerous. Unless your foot is llrmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hit people or objects.
Page 66 If your vehicle seems to start rather slowly, or if it seems not to shift gears as you go faster, something may be wrong with a transaxle system sensor. If you drive very far that way, your vehicle can be damaged. So, if this happens, have your vehicle serviced right away.
Page 67: Performance Shifting
Features & Controls Forward Gears (CONT.) 1 (First Gear): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than 2. You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the selector lever is put in 1, the transaxle won’t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.
Page 68: Parking Brake
Parking Brake T o 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. chime will sound after the vehicle has traveled 46 feet (14 meters),...
Page 69: Steering Column Shift Lever
Features & Controls Shifting Znto (Park) It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 70 Move the lever up as far as it will go. Move the ignition key to Lock. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in P (Park). Console ShiR Lever 1.
Page 71: Engine Running
P (Park). Shifting Out of P (Park) Your Pontiac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from P (Park) when the ignition is in the On position.
Page 72 CAUTION Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don't park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide 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.
Page 73: Running Your Engine While You're Parked
Features & Controls Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. ‘ Idling the engine with the air system control xhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier CAUTION under Engine Exhaust). so, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the fan switch is at the highest setting.
Page 74: Tilt Steering Wheel
Tilt Steering Wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever.
Page 75: Turn Signal And Lane Change Indicator
Features & Controls Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward (for Right) and two downward (for Left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.
Page 76: Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by WIPER. turning the band marked For a single wiping cycle, turn the band MIST. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want more cycles, hold the band on MIST longer.
Page 77: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer At the top of the turn signal/high beam lever there’s a paddle with the word PUSH on it. To spray washer fluid on the windshield, push the paddle for less than a second. The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed.
Page 78: Cruise Control
Headlight Washers (opT1oN) If you have this option, you can wash your headlights in bad weather or whenever desired. Here’s how: To operate the headlight washers, the ignition must be on. Pull the paddle on the turn signal/headlight beam lever labeled PULL.
Page 79: To Set Cruise Control
Features & Controls To Set Cruise Control 1. Move the cruise control switch to I CAUlfON If you leave your cruise control switch ON when u’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control.
Page 80 If you hold the switch at R/A longer than half a second, the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake. You could be startled and even lose control. So unless you want to go faster, don’t hold the switch at R/A.
Page 81: Using Cruise Control
Features & Controls To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: Push in the button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it. To slow down in very small amounts, push the button for less than half a second.
Page 82: Light Controls
To Get Out of Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise When you turn off the cruise control or control: Step lightly on the brake pedal; Move the cruise switch to OFF. When the Traction Control System is turned on, it will turn off the cruise control.
Page 83: Operation Of Lights
Features & Controls Operation of lights Although your vehicle's lighting system (headlamps, parking lamps, fog lamps, side marker lamps and tail lamps) meets all applicable federal lighting requirements, certain states and provinces may apply their own lighting regulations that may require special attention before you operate these lamps.
Page 84: Daytime Running Lights
Daytime Running Lights (CANADA ONLY) The Canadian federal government has decided that Daytime Running Lights (DRL) are a useful feature, in that DRL can make your vehicle more visible to pedestrians and other drivers during daylight hours. DRL are required on new vehicles sold in Canada.
Page 85: Instrument Panel Intensity Control
Features & Controls Instrument Panel Intensity Control You can brighten or dim your instrument cluster lights by rotating the headlight switch. Rotate the switch all the way counterclockwise to turn on the interior courtesy lights. Rotate the switch clockwise to turn off the instrument cluster lights and displays.
Page 86: Fog Lights
Second, to light your way when you leave your vehicle, the Twilight Sentinel will keep your headlights on for as long as three minutes. Rotate the Twilight Sentinel switch to MAX for a three- minute delay, Rotate it the other way to reduce the delay.
Page 87: Rear Reading Lights
Features & Controls Rear Reading Lights These overhead lights and the interior courtesy lights will come on when you open the doors. To turn on the reading light when the door is closed, slide the switch up. Slide it down to turn off the light. Inside Manual Day/Night Rearview Mirror To reduce glare from lights behind you,...
Page 88 E l 030 Setting the Sensitivity: MIN: The mirror will gradually reduce glare when headlights behind you are very close. This is a good position for city driving, where there may be light from many sources. MAX: The mirror will begin to gradually reduce glare when headlights are far behind you.
Page 89 Features & Controls Power Remote Control Mirrors (OPTION) A control lever on the driver's door controls both outside rearview mirrors. Select the mirror you want to adjust by rotating the lever to the left or right. Adjust each mirror so that you can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position.
Page 90 Express Open Sunroof (OPTION) Your express open sunroof provides an airy, spacious feel to your vehicle's interior and can also increase ventilation. It includes a sliding glass panel and a sliding sunshade. The control switch will work only when the ignition is on, or during Retained Accessory Power, if you have that option.
Page 91 Features & Controls Storage Armrest (OPTION) Console Shift Models: Press the button at the front edge to open the armrest storage area for cassette tapes, gloves, etc. cup holder flips forward for use. There’s also a bin for storage underneath the armrest storage area.
Page 92: Rear Storage Compartment
Rear Storage Compartment Lift the rear of the armrest to reveal the storage space. Pull down the interior door to access the Lift the cover to reveal the front ashtray. trunk for storing long objects. Ashtrays To clean the ashtray, lift it out by pulling on the snuffer.
Page 93 Features & Controls Ashtrays (CONT.:) On models without a console, there’s ashtraykup holder under the instruml panel. To clean the ashtray, lift it out pulling up on the tabs on either side. snaps back into place. To open the rear ashtrays, lift the cover. NOTICE Don’t put papers and other things that bum into your ashtrays.
Page 94: Accessory Outlet
Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able to back away from the heating element when it’s ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the lighter and the heating element. Sung/asses Storage With the overhead console, you have a storage door for sunglasses.
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Page 96 The Instrument &ne/- bur Information System Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically.
Page 97 Features & Controls Instrument Panel Clusters Your Pontiac is equipped with one of these instrument panel clusters, which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages. Be sure to read about those that apply to the instrument panel cluster for your vehicle.
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Page 99 The odometer and trip odometer are displayed in the Driver Information Center on vehicles so equipped. Tamper Resistant Odometer Your Pontiac has a tamper resistant odometer. If you see silver lines between the numbers, you’ll know that someone has probably tried to turn it back, so the numbers may not be true.
Page 100: Warning Lights And Indicators
Tachometer (OFTION) 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 Indicators This section describes the warning lights and gages that may be your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them.
Page 101: Warning Lights
Features & Controls Warning Lights Your Pontiac has some of the warning light systems shown here. The symbols are explained on the following pages. 1 0 0...
Page 102: Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light tells you that your engine coolant has overheated or your radiator cooling fans are not working. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn the engine off as soon as possible.
Page 103: Oil Warning Light
Features & Controls Oil Warning Light If you have a problem with your oil, this light may stay on after you start your engine, or come on when you are driving. This indicates that oil is not going through your engine quickly enough to keep it cool.
Page 104: Check Oil
Check Oii Levei Warning Light fO#-rn#) This light indicates when the engine oil (0.95 L to 1.4 L) level is 1 to 1% quarts low. It will go on for one to three seconds when the ignition is turned to the Run position, as a bulb check.
Page 105 Features & Controls Battery Warning Light (CONI:) your accessories, such as. the radio and climate control system. Some clusters with gages do not have a battery warning light. They have a CHECK GAGES warning to indicate a problem. Vehicles with the supercharged engine also have a similar battery warning light.
Page 106: Low Washer Fluid Warning Light
I d e x under Windshiel$ Washer Fluid. Brake System Warning Light Your Pontiac’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well.
Page 107: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Then start the engine to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or if it comes on again while you’re driving, your Pontiac needs service. Unless the regular brake system warning light is also on, you will still have brakes, but not anti-lock brakes.
Page 108 Traction Control System Warning Light (OPTION) The TRACTION OFF warning light means that the system is not working. This warning light may come on for the following reasons: If your transaxle overheats, the traction control system automatically shuts off until the transaxle cools. The warning light will come on and stay on during that time.
Page 109 Light (CONT.) 1 0 8 . . I rn Gages Your Pontiac may have many of the following gages. Be sure to read about the ones that came with your vehicle. Check Gage5 Warning Light (OPTION) This light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine.
Page 110: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Fuel Gage You will either have this fuel gage or one very similar. Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left, when the ignition is on. When the gage reads in the yellow band, a warning chime will sound and the CHECK GAGES warning light will go on, if you have it.
Page 111 Oil Pressure Gage (OPTION) The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kPa. Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity, but readings above the red warning zone indicate the normal operating range.
Page 112 Boost Gage (OPTION) Vehicles equipped with the supercharged engine have this boost gage that indicates vacuum during light to moderate throttle and boost under heavier throttle. The gage displays the air pressure level in psi going into the engine’s combustion chamber. The gage is automatically centered at zero psi every time the engine is started.
Page 113 Features & Controls Diver Information Center (Cont.) LAMP MONITOR: Whenever you try to use one of the following lights, LAMP MONITOR will tell you if a bulb is out. Head Lamp (Low and High beam) Turn Signal Park Lamp Brake Lamp Back-up Lamp Tail Lamp If a bulb is out, you will see a message,...
Page 114 Electronic Compass (OPTION) On some vehicles, an electronic compass comes on when you start the engine. As with all compasses, it senses magnetic north to determine direction. But magnetic north is not located at the same place as true north, so a zone value is used to improve accuracy.
Page 115 & Controls Features Calibrating the Compass Drive slowly in a circle at about mph (8 km/h). Try to keep your vehicle level. 4. When CALIBRATE stops flashing, your compass is calibrated to magnetic north. If CALIBRATE stops flashing before 1% circles, the calibration may not be accurate.
Page 116 A. By Geographic Location: 1. With the engine running, press and hold MODE for more than three seconds. After three seconds, CALIBRATE and the heading ZONE display will go blank. and the zone number will be displayed. MODE Release the button.
Page 117: Head-Up Display
Features & Controls Head-Up Display (omorq If you have the optional Head-Up Display (HUD), you can see the speedometer reading in English or metric units displayed “through” the windshield. The HUD also shows: Turn signal indicator lights. high beam indicator symbol. CHECK GAGES message.
Page 118 To Adjust the HUD so You Can See it Properly: The HUD controls are located to the left of the steering column. 1, Start your engine and slide the (dimmer) control all the way up. The brightness of the HUD image is determined by whether the headlight switch is on or off, and where you have set the HUD dimmer control.
Page 119 Care of the Head-Up Display Clean the inside of the windshield as needed to remove any dirt or film that reduces the sharpness or clarity of the HUD image. To Clean the HUD: Spray household glass cleaner on a soft, clean cloth.
Page 120: Comfort Controls & Audio Systems
I n this part you’ll find out how to Climate operate the comfort control systems Climate Clock and audio systems offered with your Pontiac. Be sure to read about the Radio particular system supplied with your vehicle. Mast Mast Antenna Comfort Controls &...
Page 121 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Standard Climate Control The air conditioner and heater work best if you keep your windows closed while using them. Selects the force of air you want. The fan is always running unless the mode control is moved to OFF. Temperature Control: The center control regulates the temperature of the air coming through the system.
Page 122 Non-Air Conditioning Settings (Vent): This setting brings in the outside air and directs it to the upper portion of your body through the instrument panel outlets. (Heat): This setting directs warmed air through the heater ducts. The air conditioner compressor doesn’t run in the non-air conditioning settings.
Page 123: Rear Window Defogger
Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Defogging Windows with Standard Climate Control To defog the side windows, move the mode control to and the fan control to HIGH. Aim the side vents toward the side windows. For increased air flow to the side vents, close the center vents.
Page 124: Electronic Climate Control
Electronic Climate Control (OPTION) With this system, you can control the ventilation, heating and air conditioning in your vehicle, or you can use the auto- matic setting. The digital screen displays the outside temperature, the inside temperature setting, the fan speed, and the heating mode you have selected.
Page 125 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Electronic Climate Control (Cont.) O F / ” C: Press this to read the temperature in degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius. OFF: Shuts the system off. The outside temperature will be displayed. Air will still flow through your vehicle if it is moving.
Page 126 The center position will direct air both and dOwn. System Flow-Through Ventilation Your Pontiac's flow-through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving. Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning fan is...
Page 127: Flow-Through Ventilation System
This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle. Audio Systems The following pages describe the audio systems available for your Pontiac, and how to get the best performance from them. Please read about the system in your vehicle.
Page 128: Setting The Clock
Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle-like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio-be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delco@ radio or other systems, and can even damage them.
Page 129 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems A#.FM Stereo Radio The digital display indicates information on time or radio station frequency, the AM or FM radio band, whether the station is in stereo, and other radio functions. Upper Knob (PWRoVOL): This knob does three things: Rotate it to turn the system on and off (PWR).
Page 130: Am/Fm Stereo With Cassette Player
AM/FM Stereo with Cassette Player The digital display indicates information on time or radio station frequency, the AM or FM radio band, whether the station is in stereo, and other radio functions. Upper Knob (PWRoVOL): This knob does four things: Rotate it to turn the system on and off (PWR) Rotate it to control the volume.
Page 131 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems AMIFM Stereo with Cassette Player (CONX:) Up to three additional stations on each band may be preset by “pairing” pushbuttons: 1. Tune in the desired station. 2. Press SET, and within five seconds press any two adjacent pushbuttons at the same time.
Page 132: Am/Fm Stereo With Cassette Player And Graphic Equalizer
AM/FM Stereo with Cassette Player and Graphic Equalizer The digital display indicates information on time or radio station frequency, the AM or FM radio band, whether the station is in stereo, and other radio functions. PWR (Power): Turns the unit on and off when the ignition is on.
Page 133 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems AM/FM Stereo with Cassette Player and Graphic Equalizer (CONI) FADE: The control ring behind the lower knob adjusts the fronthear speaker balance. The digital display shows the degree of fade selected, 4SEEKb: Press to seek and stop on the next station higher or lower on the radio band.
Page 134 To Play a Cassette Tape: Press PWR to turn the radio on. The radio will play until a cassette is pushed into the cassette entry door (the tape side goes in first). Do not use tapes that are longer than 90 minutes (45 minutes on each side).
Page 135: Am/Fm Stereo With Compact Disc Player
Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Stereo AM/FM with Compact Disc Player The digital display indicates information on time or radio station frequency, the AM or FM radio band, whether the station is in stereo, and other radio functions. PWR (Power): Turns the unit on and off when the ignition is on.
Page 136 The five pushbuttons at the lower right can be used to preset up to 15 radio stations (five AM, five FM1 and five FM2). The buttons have other uses when you are playing a compact disc (see Compact Disc Controls). To Preset Radio Stations: 1.
Page 137 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Compact Disc Controk (CONI) While a disc is playing, the CD indi- cator is displayed on the digital screen, as is the clock. RCL (Recall): Press once to see which track is playing. Press again while the track number is displayed to see how long your selection has been playing.
Page 138: Cd Player Anti-Theft Feature
CD Player Anti-Theft Feature Delco LOC 1 1 is a security feature for the compact disc player. It can be used or ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally. If it is used, your player won’t be usable if it is ever stolen, because it will go to mode any time battery power is removed.
Page 139 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems CD Player Anti-Theft kature ( W N X ) To Unlock the System After a Power Loss: When battery power is reapplied to secured radio, the radio won't will appear on the display. Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than seconds between steps.
Page 140 Steering Wheel Controls for Audio System Some audio functions can be operated with these controls: AM/FM: Press to select either the AM or FMl and FM2 radio bands. The band you select will be displayed on the digital screen. The frequency of the station will be displayed, and if the station is in stereo, the stereo indicator will also be displayed.
Page 141: Gain Control
Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Gain Control Some models have this control below the audio system. To get more bass sound, move the GAIN control to adjust the amount of bass. Understanding Radio Reception Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound, but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 Tall...
Page 142: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A 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 cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight, and extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may not operate properly or cause failure of the tape player.
Page 143: Fixed Mast Antenna
Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged. If the mast should ever become slightly bent, you can straighten it out by hand. If the mast is badly bent, as it might be by vandals, you should replace it.
Page 144 Before entering an automatic car wash, turn off your radio to make the power antenna go down. This will prevent the mast from possibly getting damaged. If the antenna does not go down when you turn the radio off, it may be damaged or need to be cleaned.
Page 145 Notes...
Page 146: Your Driving And The Road
H e r e you'll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions We've also included many other useful tips on driving Your Driving and the Road ............Road Signs .
Page 147: Road Signs
Your Driving and the Road Road Signs The road signs you see everywhere are coded by color, shape and symbols. It's a good idea to know these codes so that you can quickly grasp the basic meaning or intent of the sign even before you have a chance to read it.
Page 148 WORKERS FLAGGER SHOULDER Orange indicates road construction or rnaincnance. You’ll want to slow down when you see an orange sign, as part of the road may be closed off or torn up. And there may be workers and maintenance vehicles around, too. SWIMMING CANOEING Brown signs point out recreation areas...
Page 149 Your Uriving and the Road KEEP LEFT OR RIGHT THROUGH Shape of Road Signs (CONI:) Rectangular (square or oblong) signs show speed limits, parking regulations, give directions, and such information as distances to cities. m . . RIGHT TURN ONLY Symbols on Road Signs There are many international road signs in use today.
Page 150 REVERSIBLE LANE ON MULTllANE ROADWAY Many city roads and expressways, and even bridges, use reversible-lane traffic control during rush hours. A red X light above a lane means no driving in that lane at that time. A green arrow means you may drive in that lane.
Page 151: Defensive Driving
Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your Pontiac: Buckle up. (See the Index under Safev Belts.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads, or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.”...
Page 152: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highwizy death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol takes away three things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision...
Page 153: Your Driving
Your Driving Drunken Driving (CONK) The law in most U.S. states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent. In Canada the limit is 0.08 percent, and in some other countries it’s lower than that. The BAC will be over 0.10 percent after three to six drinks (in one hour).
Page 154: Control Of A Vehicle
“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 a higher BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision. There’s something else about drinking and driving that many people don’t know.
Page 155 Your Driving and the Road Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’s perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That’s reaction time. Average reaction time is about % i second.
Page 156: Anti-Lock Brakes
Once the power assist is used up, it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push. Anti-Lock Brakes Your Pontiac has an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent skidding.
Page 157 Your Driving and the Road 4nti-Lock Brakes (CONT.) rhis light on the instrument panel will ;o on when you start your vehicle. See he Index under Anti-Lock Bruke System iVarning Light. m m m -Iere's how anti-lock works. Let's say he road is wet.
Page 158 To Use Anti-Lock: Don't pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down and let anti-lock work for you. When you start your vehicle and begin to drive away, you may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves a little while this is going on.
Page 159: Disc Brake Wear Indicators
Your Driving and the Road Disc Brake Wear Indicators Your Pontiac has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed.
Page 160: Brake Adjustment
Rear Drum Brakes Your rear drum brakes don’t have wear indicators, but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise, have the rear brake linings inspected. Also, the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or changing.
Page 161: Power Steering
Your Driving and the Road Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system fails to function, you can steer but it will take much more effort. m m m Variable Effort Steering If your vehicle is equipped with this option, you have a variable effort steering system that eases steering effort at speeds less than 20 mph (32 W h ) .
Page 162: Steering In Emergencies
That’s the time for evasive action-steering around the problem. Your Pontiac can perform very well in emergencies like these. First apply your brakes. It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision.
Page 163: Off-Road Recovery
‘Your Driving and the Road Steering in Emergencies (CONI) An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand.
Page 164 Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as...
Page 165: Loss Of Control
“overdriving” those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to your Pontiac’s three control systems. In the braking skid your wheels aren’t rolling. In the steering or cornering skid, too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force.
Page 166: Driving At Night
a corner on a wet, snow- or ice-covered road), ease your foot off the accelerator pedal as soon as you feel the vehicle start to slide. Quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, your vehicle will straighten out.
Page 167 Your Driving and the Road Driving at Night (CONT.:) Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. It’s hard to tell how fast the vehicle ahead is going just by looking at its taillights.
Page 168: High Beams
High Beams If the vehicle approaching you has its high beams on, signal by flicking yours to high and then back to low beam. This is the usual signal to lower the headlight beams. If the other driver still doesn’t lower the beams, resist the temptation to put your high beams on.
Page 169: Driving In The Rain
Your Driving and the Road Driving in the Rain Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction.
Page 170: Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road.
Page 171: Driving In Fog, Mist And Haze
Your Driving and the Road Driving in Fog, Mist and Haze Fog can occur with high humidity or heavy frost. It can be so mild that you can see through it for several hundred feet (meters). Or it might be so thick that you can see only a few feet (meters) ahead.
Page 172: City Driving
something between and moving vehicles-space, trees, telephone poles, a private driveway, anything that removes you from other traffic. If visibility is near zero and you must stop but are unsure whether you are away from the road, turn your lights on, start your hazard warning flashers, and sound your horn at intervals or when...
Page 173 Your Driving and the Road Fmeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right.
Page 174 If you are moving from an outside to a center lane on a freeway having more than two lanes, make sure another vehicle isn't about to move into the same spot. Look at the vehicles two lanes over and watch for telltale signs: turn signals flashing, an increase in speed, or moving toward the edge of the lane.
Page 175: Driving A Long Distance
If it needs service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you’ll find experienced and able service experts in Pontiac dealerships all across North America. They’ll be ready and willing to help if you need it.
Page 176: Highway Hypnosis
3n the Road Mess you are the only driver, it is ;ood to share the driving task with Ithers. Limit turns behind the wheel to ibout 100 miles (160 or two hours it a sitting. Then, either change drivers stop for some refreshment like coffee, :ea or soft drinks and some limbering lp.
Page 177 Your Driving and the Road Hi// and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain. If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable.
Page 178: Parking On Hills
As you go over the top of a hill, be alert. There could be something in your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no passing zones, falling rocks area, or winding roads.
Page 179 your Driving and the Road Parking on Hills (CONI:) Parking Uphill If there is a curb, turn your wheels to the left the curb is at the right side of your vehicle. 1 7 8 If you’re going uphill on a one-way street and you’re parking on the left side, your wheels should point to the right.
Page 180: Winter Driving
(Park). Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your Pontiac in good shape for winter. Be sure your engine coolant mix is correct. Snow tires can help in loose snow, but they may give you less traction on ice than regular tires.
Page 181: Driving On Snow Or Ice
Your Driving Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have a lot less traction or “grip”...
Page 182 If You’re Caught in a Bli’ard If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow.
Page 183 Your Driving and the Road bu’re Caught in a Blizzard (CONT) Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly.
Page 184 Your Pontiac can tow a trailer, unless it is equipped with the 3800 Supercharged Engine (Code 1). Do not attempt to tow a trailer if equipped with the 3800 Supercharged Engine (Code 1).
Page 185 Your Driving and the Road Do Decide to Pulla Trailer If you do, here are some important points. There are many different laws having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provincial police.
Page 186 Pontiac Customer Services Department One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac, Michigan 48340-2952 In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario, L1H 8P7 Weight of the nailer Tongue The tongue load of any trailer is...
Page 187 Your Driving and the Road Do Decide to Pull a Trailer (CONT.) Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the limit for cold tires. You will find these numbers on the Certification label at the rear edge of the driver’s door (or, see the Index under 7ire Loading).
Page 188 Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer.
Page 189 ‘Your Driving and the Road Driving with Tmiler (CONX) Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer.
Page 190 Driving on Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well.
Page 191 Your Driving and the Road Maintenance When Tmiler Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this. Things that are especially important trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid (don’t overfill), engine oil, belts, cooling system, and brake adjustment.
Page 192: Problems On The Road
H e r e you’ll find out what to do Warning about some problems that can occur on the road Your Flat Problems on the Road ......... . . Hazard Flashers .
Page 193: Hazard Warning Flashers
Problems 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 lights will flash on and off. Press the button in to make your front and rear turn signal lights flash on and off.
Page 194: Jump Starting
Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your Pontiac. But please follow the steps here to do it safely. Batteries hurt you. They dangernus because: :y contain acid...
Page 195 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 Jehicles roll. Set the parking brake firmly on each vehicle.
Page 196 Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been if you blinded. .Use a flashlight need more light. Be sure the batteries have enough water. You don’t need to add water to the Delco Freedom@ battery installed in every new GM vehicle.
Page 197 Problems on the Road Jump Starting (CONI) 6. Connect the red positive the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one. m . . 7 . Don’t let the other end touch metal. cable to Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery.
Page 198 Towing Your Pontiac Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your Pontiac. The usual towing equipment is: Sling-type tow truck Wheel-lift tow truck (C) Car carrier If your vehicle has been changed or...
Page 199 Problems on the Road Towing Your Pontiac (CONI:) To help avoid injury to you or Ithers: Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed. Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured.
Page 200: Towing From The Front
(EXCEPT SSE & SSEI’) Before hoolung up to a tow truck, be sure to read all the information on Towing Your Pontiac earlier in this section. 1. Attach T-hook chains into the bottom slots in the cradle behind the front wheels, on both sides.
Page 201 (SSE & SSEi ONLY) lefore hooking up to a tow truck, be the outboard end ure to read all the information on bwing Your Pontiac earlier in this xtion. Do not tow with sling-type equipment or hcia/fog light damage will occur. Use wheel-lift or car...
Page 202 Vehice Hook-up (ALL) Before hooking up to a tow truck, be sure to read all the information on Towing Your Pontiac earlier in this section. 1. Attach T-hook chains on both sides in the slotted holes in the floor pan support rails just ahead of the rear wheels.
Page 203: Engine Overheating
Problems on the Road Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage or the warning light about a hot engine on your Pontiac's instrument panel. See the Index under Coolant Temperature Gage and Coolant Temperature Warning Light. 2 0 2...
Page 204 If No Steam is Coming from Your Engine: If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: Climb a long hill on a hot day. Stop after high speed driving.
Page 205 Problems on the Road Engine Overheating (CONK) Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: (A) Coolant recovery tank (B) Radiator pressure cap (C) Electric engine fan An electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running...
Page 206 If there seems to be no leak, check to see if the electric engine fan is running. If the engine is overheating, the fan should be running. If it isn’t, your vehicle needs service. How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank: If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t up to the FULL...
Page 207 Problems on the Road Engine Overheating (CONT.) Steam and scalding liquids From a hot cooling system can out and burn you badly. They ale under pressure, and if you turn radiator pressure cap-even a thl= tle-they can come out at high eed.
Page 208 5. Put the cap back on the coolant 3. Fill the radiator with the proper mix, 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to recovery tank, but leave the radiator up to the base of the filler neck. the FULL COLD mark. pressure cap off.
Page 209: If A Tire Goes Flat
Problems on the Road Engine Overheating (CONT.) 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fan. 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the...
Page 210 A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you'd use in a skid. In any rear blowout, remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go.
Page 211 Problems on the Road Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. I . .
Page 212 The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. 1. Turn the center retainer bolt on the spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it, then lift the tire cover. 2.
Page 213 Problems on the Road Changing a Flat Tire (CONT.) 4. Remove the jack and wheel wrench. If you have wheel nut caps, remove them. 6. If you have aluminum wheels, remove the center cover that conceals the wheel nuts by using the flat end of the wheel wrench to pry it off.
Page 214 7. If your wheel has the special locking lug nut, use the special adapter supplied with your vehicle to remove the locking wheel nut by turning counterclockwise. 8. Use the wheel wrench to loosen the wheel nuts, but don’t remove them. 9.
Page 215 Problems on the Road Changing a Flat lire (CONT.:) 10. Near each wheel well is a notch in the frame into which to put the jack head. The front notch is 10 inches back from the front wheel well. The rear notch is 8 inches forward from the rear wheel well.
Page 216 Rust or dirt wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause accident. When change dirt wheel, remove any rust or from the places where wheel attaches the vehicle.
Page 217 Problems on the Road Changing a Flat Tire (CONI) 17. Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise on the jack. Lower the jack completely. m m m 18. In a criss-cross sequence, tighten the wheel nuts firmly. Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off.
Page 218: Compact Spare Tire
Don’t to put the wheel cover on the compact spare tire. It won’t fit. Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you have replaced the compact spare tire with a regular tire. Wheel covers won’t fit on your compact spare. If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare, you could damage the cover or the spare.
Page 219 Problems on the Road Compact Spare lire (CONI) Your anti-lock brake system warning light may come on when you are driving with a compact spare. See the Index under Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light. . I . Don’t use your compact spare on some other vehicle.
Page 220 If that doesn't get you out after a few tries, you may need to be towed out. If you do need to be towed out, see the Index under Towing Your Pontiac.
Page 221 Notes...
Page 222 COO25 H e r e you will find information about the care of your Pontiac This part begins with service and fuel information. and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels There is also technical information about your vehicle.
Page 223: Service And Appearance Care
Pontiac Service Manual. It tells you much more about how to service your Pontiac than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see the Index under Service Publications. m . .
Page 224 [n the U.S. and Canada, it’s easy to be sure you get the right kind of gasoline ‘unleaded). You’ll see “UNLEADED” Pight on the pump. And only unleaded aozzles will fit into your vehicle’s filler neck. B e sure the posted octane is at least 87. [f the octane is less than 87, you may get heavy knocking noise when you drive.
Page 225: Gasolines For Cleaner Air
Service & Appearance Care :#el (CONTI Fuel that is more than 5 % methanol is bad for your vehicle. Don’t use it. It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. That damage wouldn’t be covered under your warranty.
Page 226: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Fuels in Foreign Countries tf you plan on driving in another country outside the U.S. or Canada, unleaded fuel may be hard to find. Do not use leaded gasoline. If you use even one tankful, your emission controls won’t work well or at all. With continuous use, spark plugs can get fouled, the exhaust system can corrode, and your engine oil can deteriorate...
Page 227: Filling Your Tank
Service & Appearance Care Filling Your Tank The cap is behind a hinged door on the left side of your vehicle. Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re ar gasoline or refueling your vehicle.
Page 228: Checking Things Under The Hood
Fuel Door Manual Release [f your vehicle has a fuel door lock, the Fuel door can be opened manually in ;ase of an electrical power failure. To io so, first open the trunk. The release mechanism is on the driver's side of the vehicle, at the top of the trunk 2ompartment.
Page 229 Service & Appearance Care Hood Release (CONT.) Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the underhood release. Lift the hood. D m . GAUTION An electric fim under hood can start up injure you even when the engine is not running.
Page 230 3800 Engine (CODE L) When you open the hood, you’ll see: 1. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank 2. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick 4. Brake Fluid Reservoir 5. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 6. Air Cleaner 7 . Engine Oil Dipstick 8.
Page 231 Service & Appearance Care ..3800 SC Engine (CODE When you open the hood, you'll see: 1. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank 2. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick 3. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 4. Brake Fluid Reservoir 5.
Page 232: Engine Oil
Engine Oil It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan.
Page 233: Appearance Care
GM Goodwrench@ Oil (in Canada, GM ’ Engine Oil) meets all the requirements ’ for your vehicle. ’ i ’ Engine Oil Additives Don’t add anything to your oil. Your Pontiac dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added.
Page 234: When To Change Engine Oil
When to Change Engine Oil See if any one of these is true for you: Most trips are less than 4 miles (6 km). It’s below freezing outside and most trips are less than 1 0 miles (16 km). The engine is at low speed most of the time (as in door-to-door delivery, or in stop-and-go traffic).
Page 235 Service & Appearance Care Air Cleaner (CONT.) To Check or Replace (3800 Engine): Unscrew the three wing screws in the housing cover and pull back. I . . 2. Unscrew the clamp on the air intake hose where the hose attaches to the throttle body near the top of the engine.
Page 236 To Check or Replace (3800 Supercharged Engine): 1, Unsnap the three clips in the housing cover and pull back. 2. Unscrew the clamp on the air intake hose where the hose attaches to the throttle body near the top of the engine.
Page 237 Service & Appearance Care Automatic Transax/e Fluid When to Check and Change: good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change your fluid. See the Index under Scheduled Maintenance Services.
Page 238 To Check the Fluid Level: Park your vehicle on a level place. Place the shift lever in P (Park) with the parking brake applied. With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range.
Page 239: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
If you have a problem with engine overheating, see the Index under Engine Overheating. The proper coolant for your Pontiac will: Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C). Give boiling protection up to 262°F (128"...
Page 240 What to Use: Use a mixture of one-half clean water ‘preferably distilled) and one-half intifreeze that meets “GM Specification 1825-M,” which won’t damage aluminum parts. You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825-M with a complete 2oolant flush and refill.
Page 241: Adding Coolant
Service & Appearance Care A’ Adding Coolant To Check Coolant: When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be between the FULL COLD mark and FULL HOT. When your engine is warm, the level should be up to FULL HOT, or a little higher. m .
Page 242: Radiator Pressure Cap
Add coolant mix at the recovery tank, but be careful not to spill it. I "-" " " I W You can be burned if you spill coolant hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough.
Page 243: Power Steering Fluid
Service & Appearance Care Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering Fluid: Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick.
Page 244: Brake Master Cylinder
When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacture^ instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cauL, ;he solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of washer system. Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid. Fill your washer fluid tank only expansion, which could damage the tank if it is completely full.
Page 245 Service & Appearance Care Brake Master Cylinder (CONI:) your linings are worn, then you’ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings. You should add (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system.
Page 246: Vehicle Storage
Vehicles we design and test have top- quality GM brake parts in them, as your Pontiac does when it is new. When you replace parts of your braking system- for example, when your brake linings...
Page 247: Halogen Bulbs
Service & Appearance Care Halogen Bulbs Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can if you drop or scratch the You or others could be bulb. jured. Take special care when llmdling and disposing of halogen bulbs. Headlight Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb, see the Index under Replacement Bulbs.
Page 248: Taillight Bulb Replacement
5. Replace the bulb. Reverse the steps to reassemble the taillight. Fog Light Bulb Replacement If you have fog lights, don’t change your fog light bulbs unless you have the proper aiming equipment. See your Pontiac dealer if you have any further questions.
Page 249: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Service & Appearance Care Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. Here’s how to remove the type with a release clip: 1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield. 2.
Page 250 b A U I I U N heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWRs. If you do, parts on your vehicle break, or it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause to lose control. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle.
Page 251 These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers and their warranties are delivered with every new Pontiac. If your spare tire is a different brand than your road tires, you will have a tire warranty folder from each of these manufacturers.
Page 252 Don't let anyone tell you that ,%$: underinflation or overinflation all right. It's not. If your tires don't 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).
Page 253: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Service & Appearance Care Tire Inspection and Rotation (CONT) dirt on a wheel, or on tne parts to which it is make stened, can the wheel nuts “dome loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause cident When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel...
Page 254: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels.
Page 255 Service & Appearance Care Traction-A, 5, C The traction grades, from highest to lowest are: A, B, and C. They represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete.
Page 256: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
If the wheel leaks air out, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your Pontiac dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know what kind of wheel you need.
Page 257 Service & Appearance Care Wheel Replacement (CONI:) Used Replacement Wheels Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You I’t know how it’s been used or how many miles it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause an accident.
Page 258 Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything in a container to clean your Pontiac, be sure to follow the instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you're cleaning the inside.
Page 259 Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl with a clean, damp cloth. Your Pontiac dealer has two GM cleaners-a solvent-type spot lifter and a foam-type powdered cleaner. They will clean normal spots and stains very well.
Page 260 Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. Some spots and stains will clean off better with just water and mild soap. If you need to use it, then: Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with a clean, dull knife or scraper.
Page 261: Care Of Safety Belts
Service & Appearance Care Cleaning Vinyl or Leafher Just use warm water and a clean cloth. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do it more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them off quickly.
Page 262 Wiper blades should be checked on a regular basis and replaced when worn. Cleaning the Outside of Your Pontiac The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s...
Page 263: Aluminum Wheels
These brushes can take off the protective coating. White Sidewall Tires Your Pontiac dealer has a GM White Sidewall Tire Cleaner. You can use a stiff brush with it. Weatherstrips These are places where glass or metal meets rubber.
Page 264: Foreign Material
Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti- corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. Foreign Material Calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, and other foreign...
Page 265: Chemical Paint Spotting
Vehicle Identification Number WIN) This is the legal identifier for your Pontiac. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle.
Page 266: Service Parts Identification Label
Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle. Add-on Electrical Equipment Don’t add anything electrical to your Pontiac unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some of it can just keep other things from working as they should.
Page 267: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Service & Appearance Care Fuses & Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. The main fuse panel is located to the left of the steering wheel, under the instrument panel.
Page 268 Left Side Fuse Panel Fuses & Circuit Breakers Position Rating (AMP.) Start-up Trunk Release/Back-Up Lights/Brake-Shift Interlock (with Retained Accessory Power Option) Breaker-Power Window/Sunroof Breaker-Power Accessory Heated Mirror/Compass IgnitiodRetained Accessory Power/Illuminated EntryKeyless Entry Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (Air Bag) Cornering Lights/Turn Signals/(Back-Up Lights/Trunk Release/Brake-Shift Interlock without Retained Accessory Power Option) Spare...
Page 269 Service & A Righf Side Fuse Panel Additional fuses are located in the relay center, on the far right side, below the instrument panel. %u must remove the sound insulator on the right side of the passenger foot well to replace these fuses.
Page 270: Headlight Wiring
Headlight Wiring The headlight wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the light switch. An electrical overload will cause the lights to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. If this happens, have your headlight system checked right away. Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse.
Page 271: Capacities And Specifications
I f you 're not sure, ask your Pontiac dealer........
Page 272: Engine Specifications
Engine Specifications Injection and 3800 Supercharged Engines 3800 fined Port ..VIN Engine Code (Tuned Port) VIN Engine Code (Supercharged) ......Type .
Page 273: Fluids And Lubricants
Service & Appearance Care Fluids & Lubricants ITEM ..Antifreeze Coolant. (Ethylene Glycol Base) ..Chassis Lubricant (Grease Gun Insert) Delco Supreme 1 l@ Brake Fluid I I E DEXRONF Automatic .
Page 274: Replacement Bulbs
Replacement Bulbs OUTSIDE LIGHTS Halogen Headlights ........LowBeam .
Page 275 Service & Appearance Care Replacement Bulbs (CONT.:) INSIDE LIGHTS ........Courtesy Lights Front Courtesy/Reading Lights Rail CourtesylReading Lights...
Page 276 GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties See your Pontiac dealer for details Section Introduction A Word About Maintenance ......
Page 277: Maintenance Schedule
So please read this part and note how you drive. If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your Pontiac dealer, the place many GM owners choose to have their maintenance work done. Your dealer can be relied upon to use proper parts and practices.
Page 278: How This Part Is Organized
It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. Section important inspections that your Pontiac dealer’s service department or another qualified service center should perform. Section D: Recommended Fluids & Lubricants lists some products GM recommends to help keep your vehicle properly maintained.
Page 279: Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
This section tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them. Your Pontiac dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. If you go to your dealer for your service needs, you’ll know that GM-trained and supported service...
Page 280 Schedule I Is any one of these true for your vehicle? Most trips are less than 4 miles (6 Most trips are less than 10 miles (16 temperatures are below freezing. The engine is at low speed most of the time (as in door-to- door delivery, or in stopand-go traffic).
Page 281 Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services lcont.1 Schedule I...
Page 283 Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Schedule I 1 Follow Schedule I1 ONLY if none of the driving conditions specified in Schedule I apply. TO BE SERVICED ITEM Explanation o f Scheduled Maintenance Services following Schedules I and Spark Plug Replacement Air Cleaner Filter Replacement"...
Page 284 The services shown in this schedule up to 45,000 miles (75 000 performed after 45,000 miles at the same intervals. MILES (000) 22.5 KILOMETERS (000) 12.5 37.5 are to be 37.5 62.5 *An Emission Control Service. The US. Environmental Protection Agency has determined that the failure to perjorm this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the...
Page 285: Explanation Of Scheduled Maintenance Services
Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services Below are explanations of the services listed in Schedule I and Schedule ITEM NO. SERVICE Engine Oil and Filter Change-Always use SG Energy Conserving “SG” designation may be shown alone or in combination with others, such as “SG/CC,”...
Page 286 ITEM NO. SERVICE Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection*- Inspect the belt for cracks, fraying, wear and proper tension. Replace as needed. Cooling System Service*-Drain, flush and refill the system with new or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M. Keep coolant at the proper mixture as specified.
Page 287 Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ITEM NO. SERVICE Spark Plug Wire Inspection* *-Inspect burns, cracks or other damage. Check the boot fit at the coils and at the spark plugs. Replace wires as needed. Air Cleaner Filter Replacement*-Replace every 30,000 miles (50 dusty conditions.
Page 288: At Least Once A Month
Section B: Owner Checks & Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. At Each Fuel Fill (It is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill.) CHECK OR SERVICE Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary.
Page 289 Maintenance Schedule Section B: Owner Checks & Services Year Least Once a CHECK OR SERVICE Key Lock Cylinders Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Section D. Lubricate all body door hinges. Also lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the Body Lubrication hood, rear compartment, glove box door, console doors and any folding seat hardware.
Page 290 CHECK OR SERVICE Interlock (BTSI) When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enougl- level surface. 2.
Page 291: Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
Maintenance Schedule Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your GM dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Page 292: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Section I : Recommended Fluids & Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer. Engine Oil GM Goodwrench Motor Oil or equivalent for API service SG Energy Conserving proper viscosity.
Page 293 Maintenance Schedule Section I : Recommended Fluids & Lubricants USAGE Key Lock Cylinders Lubricate with Multi-Purpose Lubricant (GM oil or silicone lubricant (GM Automatic Transaxle Engine oil. Shift Linkage Floor Shift Linkage Engine oil. Chassis Lubrication Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB Part Windshield Washer GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent (GM...
Page 294 USAGE Hood Latch Assembly a. Engine oil. a. Pivots and Spring Anchor b. Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB b. Release Pawl (GM Part No. 1052497 or equivalent). Hood and Door Hinges, Engine oil or Lubriplate Lubricant (GM Part No. 1050109). Fuel Door Hinge, Rear Compartment Lid Hinges...
Page 295: Section E: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Schedule Section E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the columns indicated. When completing the Maintenance Performed column, insert the numbers from the Schedule I ODOMETER DATE READING or Schedule I1 maintenance charts which correspond to the...
Page 296 ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING...
Page 297 Maintenance Schedule Section E: Maintenance Record [cant.] ODOMETER DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICED BY READING...
Page 298: Customer Assistance Information
Reporting Safety Defects ......... . Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program ....... .
Page 299: Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Customer Assistance Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and Pontiac. Normally, any concern with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s Sales or Service Departments.
Page 300 We encourage you to call the toll free number listed previously in order to give your inquiry prompt attention. However, if you wish to write Pontiac, write to: United States Pontiac Division Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac, MI 48340...
Page 301 Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this part has been very successful in achieving customer satisfaction. However, if you have not been substantially satisfied, Pontiac wants you to be aware of GM’s voluntary participation in a no-charge mediatiodarbitration program called BBB AUTO LINE.
Page 302 For further information concerning the program, call the BBB at 1-800-955-5100. You may also call the Pontiac Customer Assistance Center. This program may not be available in all states, depending on state law. Canadian owners refer to your warranty booklet.
Page 303: Reporting Safety Defects To The United States Government
Please call us at 1-8OO-PM-CARES, or write: Pontiac Division Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac, MI 48340 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motors of Canada Limited...
Page 304: Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program
Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program Security While B u Travel 1-800-ROADSIDE 1-800-762-3743 As the proud owner of a new Pontiac vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program?’ This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road.
Page 305: Service Publications
General Motors of Canada Limited Service Publications Department 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Pontiac regularly sends its dealers useful service bulletins about Pontiac products. Pontiac monitors product performance in the field. We then prepare bulletins for servicing our products better. Now, you can get these bulletins too.
Page 306 Here’s what you’ll find in the index and how you can get one: What You’ll Find in the Index A list of all PSP’s published by Pontiac in a model year (1990 or later). PSP’s covering all models of Pontiac vehicles are listed in the same index.
Page 307 How You Can Get an Index Indexes are published periodically. Most of the PSP’s which could potentially apply to the most recent Pontiac models will be listed in the most recent publication for that model year. This means you may want to wait until the...
Page 308 1990 All PSP’S ....For subscription information call Helm, Incorporated. CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publications are available for current and past model Pontiac vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of vehicle.
Page 309 Notes...
Page 310 PONTIAC SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDER FORM NOTE: Please complete form below (Print or Type) and MAIL TO: ORDER TOLL FREE Card "Older 1-800-782-4356 (Monda -Frida A.M.-~:oo P.M. EST) 8130 PUBLICATION FORM NUMBER' (ATTENTION) (CUSTOMER NAME) (STREET ADDRESS-NO P.0 BOX NUMBERS) DAYTIME TELEPHONE NO. CODE...
Page 312: Index
Index ... . A B S Warning Light Accessory Outlet ....93 Adding ....Brake Fluid Electrical Equipment .93, 126.
Page 313 ... . . Head-Up Display .218. 256 Inside of Your Pontiac Outside of Your Pontiac ....Power Antenna .
Page 314 ..Daytime Running Lights ..Dead Battery: What to Do Defects. Safety (See Safety Defects. Reporting) ....Defensive Driving .
Page 315 Index Filter ... . . Air Cleaner .233. 271 ......Fuel .233.
Page 316 ....Hood Release Safety Warning .194. 195. 204. 228 ’ . . . Warning. Overheated Engine .196. 204.205.206.228.240. 241 ......Horn .
Page 317 Index ....Manual Front Seat ..Manual Reclining Seatback Manual Remote Control Mirror ..87 .
Page 318 ....Reading Lights ....Rearview Mirror ..Rear Window Defogger .121, 124 .
Page 319 Index ... . Sheet Metal Damage ..Shifting Into P (Park) .68. 69 ... Shifting Out of P (Park) .
Page 320 ....Towing a Trailer ... . Towing Your Pontiac ....Traction Control Traction Control System .
Page 321: Service Station Information
Service Station Information Hood Release- See Page 227 Engine 0 1 1 See Page 231 See Page 242 See Page 236 Tire-Loading Information label on inside edge driver’s door. See Page 250 Capacity 18 U.S. Gal. (68 Use unleaded gas only, 87 oc :&ne or higher (Code L Engine) or 91 octane (Code...
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