Page 2: Table Of Contents
Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Pontiac for assistance and how to get service publications. It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects’’ on page...
Page 3: For Canadian Owners Who Prefer A French Language Manual
For that vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Pontiac Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual. Pleas’e keep this manual in your Pontiac, there if you ever need it when you’re on the road. If you sell the vehicle, please leave this manual m owner can use it.
Page 4: How To Use This Manual
How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. will help you learn about the features your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly. Index good place to look for what you need is the Index in the back of the manual.
Page 5: Vehicle Damage Warnings
Vehicle Damage Warnings In the notice area, we tell you about somethmg that can your damage vehicle. Many times, this damage would A h , in book you will find these notices: this not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage.
Page 6 Vehicle Symbols These are some the symbols you may find on your vehicle. For example, These symbols symbols these important are used on an for you original battery: your passengers whenever your vehicle CAUTION driven: POSSIBLE INJURY DOOR LOCK UNLOCK PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING...
Page 7 NOTES...
Page 8: Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you'll find information about the seats in your Pontiac and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts.
Page 9 Power Seat (Option) adjust the some models: Front Control: Raise the front of the seat by holding the switch up. Lower the front of the seat by holding the switch down. Center Control: Move the seat forward by pressing the control toward the right, or backward by pressing it toward the left.
Page 10: Reclining Front Seatbacks
Adjusts the position the seatback side bolsters. Tilts the rear of the seat up or down. Tilts the front of the seat up or down. 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.
Page 11: Head Restraints
But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. models, the head restraints tilt forward and On some rearward also.
Page 12: Safety Belts: They're For Everyone
Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint, or “air bag” system. Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up.
Page 13: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels. Put someone on it.
Page 14 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...
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, strongest bones take the forces. That’s why and your safety belts make such good sense.
Page 16: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And children and babies. If a child will be riding in your Pontiac, see the part of this manual called “Children.” get the most Follow those rules for everyone’s protection.
Page 17: Driver Position
Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 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 the hips, just touching the thighs. In force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries.
Page 19 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly way. as much protection this 1-12...
Page 20 What’s wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. 1-13...
Page 21 What's wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the It should arm. be worn the shoulder times. over at all 1-14...
Page 22 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. 1-15...
Page 23: Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System (Sir)
This part explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restsaint (SIR), or air bag, system. Your Pontiac has two air bags -- one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger. Here are the most important things to know about the air...
Page 24 There is an readiness light instrument panel, which shows INFLfXTABLE RESTRAINT. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See “Air Bag Readiness Light” in the Index for more information. a i r...
Page 25: How The Air Bag System Works
How the Air Bag System Works Where is the air bag? bag is in the middle The driver's wheel. 1-18 The right front passenger's air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. steering of the...
Page 26 When should an air bag M a t e ? a i r bag is designed to inflate in moderate to. severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed “threshold level.”...
Page 27 How does an air bag restrain? In modmate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant’s body, upper stopping the occupant more gradually.
Page 28 See your dealer for service. 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 Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible throughout the pregnancy.
Page 30: Center Passenger Position
Center Passenger Position Lap Belt If your vehicle has front and rear bench seats, someone in the center can sit positions. When you sit in a center seating position, you have a lap safety which has no retractor. To belt, longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt.
Page 31: Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
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 belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 32 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure, When the lap belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock.
Page 33 force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
Page 34: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children And Small Adults
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints for small adults, The comfort guides pull the shoulder belts away from the neck and head. There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat.
Page 35 3. There is a “button stop” on the shoulder belt that keeps the belt from going too the top of the seatback. Pull the shoulder belt out of the retractor, and place the guide over the belt. Make sure that the guide is between the button stop on the belt and the retractor.
Page 36: Smaller Children And Babies
To remove and store the comfort guides, just perform these steps reverse order. Squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides. Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip, and then slide the guide onto the clip. Rotate the guide and clip inward and in between the seatback and the interior body, leaving only the loop of elastic cord exposed.
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Page 38: Child Restraints
Child Restraints Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint. 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 39 If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. If you need to have 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 to do it. you how...
Page 40: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Outside Seat Position
For cars first sold in Canada, child restraints with a top strap must be anchored according to Canadian Law. Your dealer can obtain the hardware kit and install it for you, or you may install it yourself using the instructions provided in the kit.
Page 41 Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-34 h l l the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.
Page 42: Securing A Child Restraint In The Center Rear Seat Position
6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt into the retractor you push while down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let back all the way.
Page 43 1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 3. Secure the child in the child restraint instructions say.
Page 44: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
I . Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it secure. 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 about how to attach the child restraint properly.
Page 45 Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder safety portions of the vehicle’s around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint. 1-38 5.
Page 46: Larger Children
7. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way.
Page 47 Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need properly. safety belts 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 48 Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. This applies belt force to the child’s pelvic bones in a crash. 1-41...
Page 49: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you.
Page 50: Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Pontiac, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem.
Page 51 If your ignition keys don't have plugs or the tag, go to your Pontiac dealer fox- the correct key code if you need new ignition key.
Page 52: Door Locks
Door Locks There are several ways lock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside: Use your door key or Remote Keyless Entry, if your vehicle has t h i s option. If you have the Theft Deterrent System, you will also unlock and lock all doors when you unlock or lock front door with you key.
Page 53: Power Door Locks
From the inside: To lock the door, slide the locking lever rearward. To unlock the door, slide the locking lever forward. Power Door Locks With power door locks, you can lock or unlock all the doors of your vehicle from the driver or front passenger door lock switch.
Page 54: Leaving Your Vehicle
This product has a maximum range. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. See your Pontiac dealer or a qualified technician for service. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.
Page 55: Operation
Operation The driver’s door will unlock when pressed. If pressed again within will unlock. Also, if your car is equipped with a locking fuel filler door it will unlatch at this time. All doors will lock when LOCK is pressed. The trunk will unlock when the opened trunk symbol on the key fob is pressed, but only when the ignition is off.
Page 56: Rear Door Security Locks
3. Remove and replace the two batteries (201 6). 4. Reassemble the transmitter. 5. Check the transmitter operation. Rear Door Security Locks Your Pontiac is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your car from the inside.
Page 57: Glove Box
-- so don’t do it. When you park your Pontiac and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear a tone reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this.
Page 58 Then take the door key with you. Universal Theft Deterrent (Option) If your Pontiac has this option, it has a theft deterrent alarm system. With this system, the SECURITY light will flash as you open the door (if your ignition is This light reminds you to activate the theft deterrent system when leaving your vehicle.
Page 59 Stopping the alarm: If you set off the alarm by accident, unlock any door with your key. You can also turn off the alarm by pressing the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry System transmitter. The try to unlock a door other way.
Page 60 Index). If the starter won’t work.with the other key, your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start, the first ignition key may be faulty. See your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key@II. If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet, the starter won’t work and the...
Page 61: Trunk Lock
Illuminated Entry System (Option) When lift the lever of either front door, a lamp glow around the door lock. This will help you insert the door key at night. The lamps inside your vehicle will also lamps will off after about 20 seconds, or when you start your engine.
Page 62 >n ECON or VENT. That will air into your vehicle. See Vornfo New Vehicle “Break-In” NOTICE: Your modern Pontiac doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: Don’t drive at any one speed for the first 500 miles (804 km).
Page 63: Ignition Switch
Ignition Switch in the With the ignition key ignition switch, you can turn the switch to five positions. ACCESSORY (A): An ON position in which you can operate your electrical power accessories. Press in the igniti’on switch as you turn top of ( B ) : LOCK...
Page 64: Starting Your Engine
NOTICE: Holding your key seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. to PARK (P) if your Pontiac warm. in START for longer than 15 2-15...
Page 65 2. If it doesn’t start right away, hold your key START for about three to five seconds at a time until your engine starts. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery. 3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline.
Page 66: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine's air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle. I f you can't avoid deep puddles or standing water, drive through them very slowly.
Page 67: Shifting The Automatic Transaxle
Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your Pontiac dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area.
Page 68 This locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Your Pontiac has fully apply shift interlock. have to brakes before you can shift from PARK when the ignition key is in the ON position.
Page 69 NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed. NOTICE: Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out NEUTRAL of PARK (P) or (N) with the engine...
Page 70 DRIVE (D): This is like but you never go into OVERDRIVE. Here are some times you might choose DRIVE (D) instead of When driving on hilly, winding roads When towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between gears - When going down a steep hill SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy.
Page 71 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 glow when performance shifting is in operation. Downshifts will occur at a lower percentage of accelerator application while you’re in the PERFORM SHIFT mode.
Page 72: Parking Brake
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. If you start to drive away with the parking brake set, a chime will sound after the vehicle has traveled 46 feet (14 meters).
Page 73: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into PARK (P) Steering Column Shift Lever Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot set the parking brake. 2-24 km/h ' 6 0 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) position like this: Pull lever toward you.
Page 74: Console Shift Lever
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 PARK (P). Console Shift Lever 1.
Page 75: Leaving Your Vehicle With The Engine Running
Your Vehicle Leaving With the Engine Running I f yon have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is parking is f d y bralae set before you leave it. After you’ve moved the shift lever into the position, hold the regular brake pedal down.
Page 76: Shifting Out Of Park (P)
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 (P) when the ignition is in the RUN pition. See “Automatic Transaxle” in the Index.
Page 77: Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust 2-28 Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you some ever have to, here are things to know.
Page 78: Power Windows
Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won’t move. See “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in the Index. If you are parking on a hill and if you’re pulling a trailer, also see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index. Power Windows Switches on the driver’s armrest control each of the windows when the ignition is on or in retained accessory...
Page 79: Tilt Wheel
Horn You can sound the horn by pressing the horn s’ymbols on steering your wheel. ‘Tilt 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.
Page 80: Turn Signal And Lane Change Indicator
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn finished, the lever automatically.
Page 81: Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers The windshield wipers are controlled by turning the band marked turn For a single wiping cycle, the band to MIST. Hold you it there until the wipers start, then let stop after one cycle. If you want more cycles, hold the band on MIST longer.
Page 82: Windshield Washer
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 will clear the window and there either stop or return to your preset speed.
Page 83: Cruise Control (Option)
Cruise Control (Option) With cruise control, you can maintain 25 mph (40 without keeping your foot the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). When you apply your brakes, the cruise control shuts off. 2-34 speed of about or more...
Page 84: To Set Cruise Control
To Set Cruise Control 1. Move the cruise control switch to ON. 2. Get up to the speed you want. 3. Push in the SET at the end of the and release 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. To Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake.
Page 85 To Increase Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed. Here’s the first: Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Push the button at the end of the lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal.
Page 86: Lamp Controls
To Get Out of Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control: Step lightly on the brake pedal; Move the cruise switch to OFF. Cruise Control with Traction Control Activated When the Traction Control System is turned on and becomes activated by sensors, it will automatically turn off the cruise control.
Page 87: Lamps On Reminder
Lamps On Reminder If you open the driver’s door while leaving the lamps on and the ignition off, you will hear Daytime Running Lamps (Canada Only) (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps make it easier 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.
Page 88: Fog Lamps
Instrument Panel Intensity Control You can brighten or dim your instrument cluster lamps by rotating the headlamp switch. Rotate the switch all the way counterclockwise to turn on the interior courtesy lamps. Rotate the switch clockwise to turn off the instrument cluster lamps and displays. Twilight Sentinel (Option) Push in the headlamp switch to turn your headlamps off.
Page 89: Rear Reading Lamps
Front Reading Lmnps These lamps and the interior courtesy lamps will come on when you open the do'ors the doors To turn on a reading lamp when press either switch. Press it again to turn To avoid draining your vehicle's battery, be sure to off the reading lamps when leaving your vehicle.
Page 90 Inside Manual Rearview Mirror When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your car. Grip the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side. The day-night adjustment allows you to adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the lights behind you.
Page 91: Convex Outside Mirror
Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. Manual Remote Control Mirror The outside rearview mirror should be adjusted so you can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position.
Page 92: Convenience Net (Option)
Convenience Net (Option) Your vehicle may have a convenience net. You’ll see it just inside the back wall of the trunk. Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net. It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops.
Page 93: Visor Vanity Mirrors
Sunglasses Storage (Option) Some models have a storage compartment for glasses in your overhead console. Press the release button to lower the glasses inside the door. To close the door, raise it and press it into position. Sun Visors 2-44 TO block out glare, you can swing down the visors.
Page 94 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. control switch will work only when the ignition is on or during retained accessory power, if you have that option.
Page 95: Rear Storage Compartment
Door Cup Holder The front doors provide space for holding a cup or soft drink. 2-46 Rear Storage Compartment Lift the rear of the armrest to reveal the storage space. Pull down the interior door to access the trunk for storing long objects.
Page 96 Ashtrays Lift the cover to reveal the front ashtray. To clean the ashtray, lift it out by pulling on the snuffer. On &Is without a console, there’s an ashtray/cup holder under the instrument panel. To clean the ashtray, lift it out by pulling up on the tabs on either side. It snaps back into place.
Page 97: Accessory Outlet
Accessory Outlet On models with the overhead console, there is a 12-vult ignition fed outlet. Slide the cover aside to access outlet. 2-48 NOTICE: Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working as they should.
Page 98: Information System
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.
Page 99: Speedometer And Odometer
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. 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, Gages And Indicators
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 Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement.
Page 101: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Safety Belt Reminder Light (-iiE&=) 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 come on and stay on for about 60 seconds. If the driver’s belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the light will come on.
Page 102: Brake System Warning Light
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. good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake problem.
Page 103: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while you’re driving, your Pontiac needs service. If the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes, but you don’t have anti-lock brakes.
Page 104: Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
The traction control system warning light may come on for the following reasons: If you turn the system off by pressing the button located on the center console, the warning light will come on and stay on. To turn the system back on, press the button again.
Page 105: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine is too hot! The CHECK GAGES light will go on and a will sound, if you have this option. It means that your engine coolant has overheated. have been operating your vehicle lander normal conditions, you should puli off the road, stop y o u vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
Page 106: Engine Oil Pressure Light
Malfunction Indicatc )r Lamp (Service Engine So01 A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This light should come on when the SERVICE ENOlNE SOON ignition is on, but the engine is not running, as a ch:;h;;.show does not come on...
Page 107 additional oil is not needed or the engine oil warning light stays on, then have the light investigated at a qualified service agent immediately. The oil light could also come on in two other situations: When the ignition is on but the engine is not running, will the light come on...
Page 108 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 E a (kiloPascals). Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity, readings above warning zone indicate the normal operating range.
Page 109: Head-Up Display (Option)
Check Oil Level Warning Light (Option) 1 This light indicates when the engine oil level is 1 to 1 1/2 quarts (0.95 L to 1.4 L) low. It will go on for CHECK OIL one to three seconds when LEVEL the ignition is turned to the position, as a bulb check to show you that the...
Page 110 CHECKGAGES HUD shows these images when they are lighted on the instrument panel. When you sit straight in your seat, the HUD image will appear slightly to the right. When the ignition key is turned to RUN, all possible HUD images will come on, then the Head-Up Display will operate normally.
Page 111 The HUD controls are located to the left of the steering column. Start your engine and slide the HUD dimmer control all the way up. The brightness of the HUD image is determined by headlamp whether the switch is on or off, and you have set the HUD dimmer control.
Page 112: Battery Warning Light
Clean the inside of the windshield as needed to remove any dirt or film that reduces the sharpness or clarity of the HUD image. Spray household glass cleaner on a soft, clean cloth. Wipe lens gently, then dry it. Do not spray cleaner directly on the lens, because the cleaner fluid could leak inside the unit if you do.
Page 113 Low Washer Fluid Warning Light (Option) This light will come on when your windshield washers fluid container is less than one-third full. WASHER FLUID Remember, driving without washer fluid can be dangerous. A bad mud splash c m block your vision. You could collide with another vehicle.
Page 114 Fuel Gage 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 this option.
Page 115: Driver Information Center
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 116 FUNCTION MONITOR: This lets you know if you are low on fluids or have a problem with a vehicle function: CHECK OIL LEVEL: This message could mean oil level is low. If it comes on for more than y o u three seconds, see “Check Oil Level Warning Light”...
Page 117 If a burned-out bulb is replaced, the warning light stay on until the bulb is used. Message Bulbs Monitored ..Hi Beam Lamp Both Headlamp High Beams Head Lamp ..Both Headlamp Low Beams T u r n Front Left Turn/Park Signal...
Page 118 The earth’s magnetic field is not always the same we know it. So, you must enter direction true north a zone number to tell the compass the difference between magnetic and actual north. This tells the compass where in the country you are driving The compass shows the zone number in use each time you turn your key on.
Page 119 Changing your zone number: 1. Press and hold the MODE button until zone and the zone number appear. 2. Release the MODE button. 3. Press the MODE button until your m b e r appears. 4. In a few seconds, the zone number and ZONE off, and the new zone number is remembered by the compass.
Page 120 3. Release the MODE button. The heading display will start to rotate. 4. Drive the car in small circles. Don’t drive faster than 10 mph. 5. Drive in circles until CALIBRATE light goes out. It usually takes 1 to 5 circles. Your compass should be calibrated.
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Page 122: Comfort Controls And Audio Systems
Your Comfort Control System uses the new ozone-friendly R134a refrigerant. Fresh air from outside your vehicle flows through your Pontiac when the car is moving. When the vehicle is not moving, you can get outside air selecting any choice (except the rear window defogger) and any fan speed.
Page 123 Standard Climate Control Fan Control: The control marked with the fan symbol is the control. Turning the control to the right (clockwise) will increase the fan speed, to the left (counter-clockwise) will decrease the fan speed. The 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 124 Use the air outlets to adjust and direct the air flow. Adjust the temperature control and fan control as desired. The air conditioning compressor is not working when vent is selected. Heat: This setting directs warmed air through the heater ducts toward the floor. Adjust the fan speed and the temperature control for your comfort.
Page 125 Electronic Climate Control (Option) With this system, you can control the ventilation, heating and conditioning in your vehicle, or you can use the automatic setting. When you leave your vehicle the system control setting is remembered the next time you start your car. AUTOMATIC OPERATION: When the system is set for AUTO, sensors will control the air delivery mode.
Page 126 MANUAL OPERATION: The system can be used in various ways manually adjust the the fan speed. Pressing the MODE button will cause air to be delivered through the floor, middle or windshield outlets and stay in the mode selected until the mode button or the auto button is pushed.
Page 127: Ventilation Tips
When you start your vehicle and the display flashes for some time, the system may need repair. See your Pontiac dealer. a few moments before driving away. This blow air try to maintain the set temperature inside...
Page 128: Audio System
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. Setting the Clock for Stereo Radio 1. With the ignition on,...
Page 129 Radio ANIJFM Stereo The digital display indicates information on time radio station frequency, the A M or whether the station is in stereo, and other hctions. PWR-VOLUME: The upper knob does these things: the system on and off. Rotate it to turn Rotate to control...
Page 130 (2,4 Three additional stations pairing each radio band by pushbuttons: Tune in the desired station. 2. Press SET, and within five seconds press any two side by side buttons (1 and 3,5 and 7, or 3 and 5 ) at the same time.
Page 131 TUNE: Press lightly on the TUNE out to make it easier to adjust. Turn the knob to tune in radio stations. Push the knob back in when you are done. SEEK Press to seek and stop on the next higher or lower radio station.
Page 132 Cassette Tape Player (Option): With the radio turned on, insert a tape into the cassette door. The cassette symbol will appear in the upper left corner of the display. While the tape is playing, an arrow will appear next to the cassette symbol to indicate that the top or bottom of the tape is playing.
Page 133 symbol trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. REV: Press REV (reverse) to rapidly reverse a tape. Press REV again to play the tape. The radio will play while the tape is reversing. Use SEEK or the TUNE knob to change the radio station during reverse. FWD: Press FWD (forward)to rapidly advance the tape.
Page 134 The radio portion of these sound systems operates the same the two previously explained. Compact Disc Player (Option): You may use full size or the smaller 8 cm (3.2 in.) compact discs. No adaptor is required for the smaller compact discs. With the radio on, insert a disc with the label side up.
Page 135 Radio THEFTLOCK Feature You may have the THEFTLOCK feature which is designed to discourage theft of your radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever the battery power is removed. THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored.
Page 136 After three more unsuccessful attempts to unlock the is off. radio, the display will If you forget your code or cannot unlock the radio, contact your Pontiac dealer for assistance. To disable THEFTLOCK, follow these Turn the ignition to the ACCESSORY or RUN position.
Page 137 Cassette Tape and CD Errors If “E” and a number appears in the radio display, an error has occurred and the cassette or compact disc cannot play temporarily. If the error occurred while trying to play a cassette tape, the following conditions may have caused the error: The cassette tape is tight and the cassette player cannot turn the hubs of the cassette tape.
Page 138 Steering Wheel Controls for Audio System (Option) Some audio functions can be operated with these controls, A " M : Press bottom of this AM, FM1 or 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 139: Understanding Radio Reception
Understanding Radio Reception Stereo Stereo will give you the best sound, but will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 buildings or hills can interfere with come the sound to The range for most AM stations is greater than for especially at night.
Page 140 Cassette Tape Player Care player tape that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes, or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes that are not stored in their plastic cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight, and extreme heat may not operate properly or may cause premature failure of the tape player.
Page 141: Compact Discs Care
Compact Discs Care Handle discs carehlly. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge.
Page 142 3. Wipe cloth over the mast sections, removing any dirt. 4. Wipe dry with clean cloth before retracting. Make the antenna up and down by turning the radio or ignition on and off. 6. Then repeat if necessary. NOTICE: Don’t lubricate the power antenna. Lubrication could damage it.
Page 143 NOTES 3-22...
Page 144: Yourdrivingandtheroad
The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with 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 unexpected.”...
Page 145: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. four Alcohol affects things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination...
Page 146 It’s the amount alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces 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 147: Control Of A Vehicle
showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to sudden actian, as when a child darts into the street? take A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision.
Page 148 Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’s perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That’s reaction time. Average reaction time is about 3/4 of a second. But that’s only an average.
Page 149: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Pontiac has an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. This light on the instrument panel will come on briefly when When you start your vehicle and begin to drive away, your anti-lock brake check itself.
Page 150: Traction Control System (Option)
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard. As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly.
Page 151 When TRACTION light will come on to let you 6 0 w with your traction control See “Traction Control System Warning Light” in the Index. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle.
Page 152: Braking In Emergencies
Braking in Emergencies Use your anti-lock braking system when you need to. With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help you more than even the very best braking. Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort.
Page 153: Steering In Emergencies
Your Pontiac can perform very well in emergencies like these. First apply your brakes. It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision. Then steer around the problem, to the left on the space available.
Page 154: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavenient.
Page 155 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, foIl’owing too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle, Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops.
Page 156: 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 157: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers likely alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. 4-14 Here are Drive defensively. Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you.
Page 158: Night Vision
Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as we get older these differences increase. A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20-year-old. What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision.
Page 159: Driving In The Rain
Driving in the Rain 4-16 Rain and wet roads can mean dnving 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 And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction.
Page 160 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. you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them. 4-17...
Page 161: 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 going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often.
Page 162: City Driving
City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.
Page 163: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways) are the safest all roach But they have their own special rules. 4-20 The most important advice on freeway driving up with traffic and keep to the right. speed most of the other drivers are driving.
Page 164: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Of course, you’ll find experienced and able service experts in Pontiac dealerships all across North America. They’ll be ready and willing to help if you need it. Here are some things you can check before a trip:...
Page 165: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 166 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. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle.
Page 167: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Here some tips for winter driving: Have your Pontiac in good shape for winter. Be sure your engine coolant mix is correct. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. 4-24 Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply...
Page 168: Driving On Snow Or Ice
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 r d , you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have a lot less traction or “grip”...
Page 169: If You're Caught In A Blizzard
Your anti-lock brakes improve your ability to make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See “Anti-Lock” in the Index. Allow greater following distance on any slippery road.
Page 170 clo'th to your vehicle to alert police that you've been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm.
Page 171: Loading Your Vehicle
Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again this repeat only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the can.
Page 172 Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle. And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. Don’t more than 176 lbs. (80 kg) in your carry trunk.
Page 173: Towing A Trailer
To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice this part, and see your Pontiac dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle. 4-30 Your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the package proper trailer towing equipment.
Page 174: Weight Of The Trailer
Customer Assistance Center Pontiac Division (808 k m ) that you One Pontiac Plaza k m k ) Pontiac, MI 48340-2952 In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center...
Page 175: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total capacity weight of your vehicle. The capacity weight includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
Page 176: Safety Chains
Hitches It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by, and rough roads are a few reasons why you’ll nee’d the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? If you do, then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch.
Page 177: Driving With A Trailer
a Trailer Driving with a trailer Towing requires certain mount Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle by itself.
Page 178: Driving On Grades
Making Thms NOTICE: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns than normal.
Page 179: Parking On Hills
Parking on Hills really should not park your vehicle, with attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s how to do it: 1.
Page 180: Problemsontheroad
Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off.
Page 181: Other Warning Devices
NOTICE: Remember that ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn’t covered by your warranty. m i n g to start your Pontiac by pushing or pulling won’t work, and it could damage your vehicle.
Page 182 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 parking brake firmly on each vehicle.
Page 183 5 . Find the positive (+) and negative each battery. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or do, you missing insulation. they The vehicles could be damaged, too. Before connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) and negative will or a metal engine part.
Page 184 6. Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one. 7. Don’t let the other end t’ouch metal. Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery.
Page 185 Take care that they don't touch other or any other metal. each Towing Your Pontiac BAlTERY Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your Pontiac. The usual towing equipment is: (A) Sling-type tow truck (B) Wheel-lift (C) Car carrier...
Page 186 If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it was factory-new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps, aero skirting, or special tires and wheels, these instructions and illustrations may not be correct. Before you do anything, turn on the hazard warning flashers.
Page 187 When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key off. The steering wheel should be clamped straight-ahead position, with a clamping device designed for towing service. steering column lock for this. The transaxle should be in NEUTRAL (N) and the parking brake released. Don’t have your vehicle towed unless you must.
Page 188 Front Towing Hookups (Except SSE) up to a Before hooking tow truck, be sure to read information about “Towing Your Pontiac” earlier in this section. T-hook chains into the bottom slots in the cradle Attach behind the front wheels, on both sides.
Page 189 Front Towing Hookups (SSE Only) or car carrier equipment. Additional Use wheel-lift ramping may be required for the car carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps. NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or fascidfog lamp damage will occur. Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle.
Page 190 Rear Towing Hookups (All) TOW LIMITS 55 MPH and Attach T-hook chains in the slotted holes in the floor pan support rails on both sides, just ahead of the rear wheels. Position the lower sling crossbar directly under the rear bumper.
Page 191: Engine Overheating
Engine Overheating will find a coolant temperature gage or the warning light about a hot engine on your Pontiac’s instrument panel. See “Coolant Temperature Gage” and “Coolant the Index. Temperature Warning Light” If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5-12...
Page 192: Cooling System
If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: 1. Turn off your air conditioner. 2. Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary. 3.
Page 193 If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. 5-14 The coolant level should be at or above the FULL 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.
Page 194 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at FULL COLD, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and a proper antifreeze at the coolant recovery (See “Engine Coolant’’...
Page 195 in the is at When the coolant coolant recovery tank FULL COLD, start your vehicle. overheat warning continues, there’s one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it.
Page 196: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left until it first stops. (Don't press down while turning the pressure cap.) you hear a hiss, wait that...
Page 197 the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark. leave the radiator pressure cap off. 5-18...
Page 198 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fans. 7. By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck.
Page 199 will front tire fails, the flat tire create a drag that a tire goes flat, the next p,ar$ shows how use your pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off the jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely. accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly.
Page 200: Air Inflator System
Air Inflator System Some vehicles have an air inflator for use in maintaining proper air pressure for the tires. The air inflator is trunk. located in the The ON switch will work even with the ignition off. The air inflator comes with a kit that includes a 20-foot hose and an air pressure gage, as well as instructions and special adapters for inflating things like an air mattress or a basketball.
Page 201: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and by driving slowly to a level place. warning flashers. 5-22 wheel damage T u r n on your hazard The following steps will tell you how change a tire. The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk.
Page 202 1. Turn the center retainer bolt on the spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it, then lift the cover. 2. Remove the spare tire from the trunk. 3. Open the jack storage cover by twisting the knob 1/4 turn counterclockwise. 4.
Page 203 wheels with full plastic wheel covers, loosen each nut cap using the wheel wrench. Note: Nut caps captured in remove completely. 5-24 have steel If your have aluminum wheels will not cover ana cover hides the wheel nuts, remove the center cover by using the flat end of the wrench to pry it off.
Page 204 6. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack, and rotate the wrench clockwise to raise the jack head a few inches. 7. 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.
Page 205 9. Use the wheel wrench to loosen the wheel nuts, but 8. Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fits don’t remove them. firmly on the ridge in the vehicle’s frame nearest the flat tire. Do not raise the vehicle yet. Put the compact spare tire near you.
Page 206 10. Raise the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench clockwise in the jack. Raise the vehicle off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit. NOTICE: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle o'r may allow the vehicle to jack lift head into the proper location before raising your vehicle.
Page 207 13. Replace the wheel nuts end of the with rounded nuts toward the wheel. Make sure each wheel stud is centered in each wheel hole while tightening the nuts. 12. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel balts, Tighten each nut by mounting surfaces and spare whelel.
Page 208 15. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross sequence. 14. Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise on jack. Lower the jack completely. 5-29...
Page 209 Don’t t r y to put the wheel cover on the compact spare tire. It won’t %ore the wheel cover in the trunk until fit. you have replaced the compact spare tire with a regular tire. NOTICE: Wheel covers won’t fit on your compact spare. you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare, you could damage the cover or the spare.
Page 210 When re-installing the decorative nut caps on aluminum wheels, tighten the caps snug with the wheel wrench. Then continue tightening 1/4 turn for plastic caps, or for steel caps. When re-installing the center cover, do not use a hammer or mallet, as they could damage the cover. 16.
Page 211: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. (420 Wa). After installing the compact vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible sure your spare tire is correctly inflated.
Page 212: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If you do need to be towed out, see “Towing Your Pontiac” in the Index. of your the system off. (See is in gear.
Page 213 NOTES 5-34...
Page 214: Service And Appearance Care
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your Pontiac. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted appearance care.
Page 215: Doing Your Own Service Work
If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want get the proper 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 “Service Publications” in the Index.
Page 216 Fuel 3800 Engine (Code K) The 8th digit of your vehicle identification number (VIN) shows the code letter for your engine. You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel. (See “Vehicle Identification Number” in the Index.) Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher.
Page 217: Gasolines For Cleaner Air
Gasolines for Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with deposit control additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system. That helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly. It’s good for your vehicle, and you’ll be doing your R&.fQr cleaner air.
Page 218 If you’re using fuel rated at 91 octane or higher and you still hear heavy knocking, your engine needs service. But don’t worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you’re accelerating or driving up a hill. That’s normal and you don’t have to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid It’s the heavy, constant knock that means pinging.
Page 219: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Gasolines for Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with deposit control additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system. That helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly. It’s good for your vehicle, and you’ll be doing your part for cleaner air.
Page 220 Fuel Door Lock (Option) On a model equipped with the Theft-Deterrent System, the fuel door is locked and unlocked together with the power door locks. Therefore, to unlock the fuel filler door, you may use the outside door key lock, the inside power door lock button, or the Remote Keyless Entry key chain transmitter.
Page 221 When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right until you hear at least three clicks. NOTICE: you need a new cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer can get one for you. the wrong type, it may not fit or have proper venting, and your fuel tank and emissions system might be damaged.
Page 222: Checking Things Under The Hood
NIanual Release Fuel Door If your vehicle has a fuel door lock, the fuel door can be opened manually in case of an electrical power failure. Open the trunk, the release mechanism is on the driver’s side of the vehicle, the top of the trunk compartment.
Page 223: Underhood Lamp
Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the underhood release. Lift the hood. 6- 10 Before closing hood, be sure dl properly. Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly. Underhood Lamp Your parking lampgor headlamps must be on for the underhood lamp to function when you open the hood.
Page 224 Engine Accessory Belt The 3800 (L36) engine uses an engine accessory belt. This diagram shows the features connected by the belt routing. See “Maintenance Schedule” in the Index for when to check the belt. A. Power Steering D. Crank B . Alternator E.
Page 225: Engine Oil
Engine Accessory Belt 1. Front Belt 2. Back Belt A. Alternator E. Coolant Pump B. Power Steering E Air Conditioning The Supercharged 3 8 8 0 0 engine uses two accessory drive belts. One belt drives the generator and the power steering pump.
Page 226 It’s 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. The engine oil dipstick is directly behind the engine fan area.
Page 227: What Kind Of Oil To Use
What Kind of Oil to Use Oils of the proper quality for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the “Starburst” symbol. The “Starburst” symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API), and is preferred for use in your gasoline engine.
Page 228: Engine Oil Additives
(in Canada, GM Engine Oil) meets all the requirements for your vehicle. Engine Oil Additives Don’t add anything to your oil. Your Pontiac dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added. When to Change Engine Oil See if any one of these is true for you: Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
Page 229: What To Do With Used Oil
What to Do with Used Oil Did you h o w that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer? Don’t let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner.
Page 230 To Check or Replace Unscrew the three wing screws in the housing cover and pull back. If you have the 3800 Supercharged engine, unsnap the three clips holding the air cleaner housing cover and pull apart. 2. Unscrew the clamp on the air intake hose where the hose attaches near the top of the engine.
Page 231 3. Remove the air filter. 4. Install the air filter carefully and replace the cover tightly. 5. Reattach the air intake hose and tighten the clamp. 6-18 Unless you are technically qualified and have the proper tools, you should let your dealer or a qualified service center perform this maintenance.
Page 232: When To Check
When to Check Check oil level every 30,000 miles 36 months. What Kind. of Oil to Use See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index and use only the recommended oil. How to Check and Add Oil Check oil only when the engine is cold. Allow the engine to cool 2 to 3 hours after running.
Page 233: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
How to Check Because this operation can be little difficult, you may choose to have this done at your Pontiac dealer Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all instructions here, or you could get a false reading dipstick.
Page 234: How To Add Fluid
‘Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and then pull it back out again. 3.
Page 235: Engine Coolant
If you have a problem with engine overheating, see “Engine Overheating” in the Index. The proper co’olant for your Pontiac will: Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C). Give boiling protection up to 262°F (128 Protect against rust and corrosion.
Page 236: Adding Coolant
Adding Coolant To Check Coolant When your engine cold, the coolant level should be at FULL COLD or a little higher. When your engine is warm, the level should be up to FULL HOT or a little higher. If this light comes on, it means you’re low on engine coolant.
Page 237: Radiator Pressure Cap
To Add Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper coolant recovery tank. Add coolant mix at the recovery tank, but be careful not to spill it. 6-24 Radiator Pressure Cap at the NOTICE: Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating.
Page 238: How To Check Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool, unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick. The level should be at the FULL COLD mark.
Page 239: Windshield Washer Fluid
Washer Fluid Windshield What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing.
Page 240: Brake Master Cylinder
Brakes Brake Master Cylinder Your brake master cylinder is here. It DOT-3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in your master cylinder might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during noma1 brake lining wear.
Page 241: Brake Wear
6-28 Brake Wear DOT-3 brake only Your Pontiac has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. P a r t Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come...
Page 242: Brake Pedal Travel
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...
Page 243: Vehicle Storage
Vehicle Storage If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, take off the black, negative battery. This will help keep your battery from running down. your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle Contact for longer storage periods.
Page 244: Taillamp Bulb Replacement
For the type bulb, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. Remove the screws from the top of the headlamp housing. the entire headlamp housing and tilt it forward. kift 1/6 turn Twist the bulb assembly bulb assembly. 4. Unclip the bulb assembly from the wiring harness and replace the bulb assembly.
Page 245: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
6. Reverse the steps to reassemble the taillamp. Fog Lamp Bulb Replacement Tf you have fog lamps, changing your fog lamp bulbs requires proper aiming equipment. See your Pontiac dealer if you have any questions. 6-32 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement...
Page 246 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 tire warranty folder from each of these manufacturers.
Page 247: Tire Pressure
Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires, when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than a mile.
Page 248: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be inspected every 6,000 to (10 000 to 13 000 for any signs of unusual wear. If unusual wear is present, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels.
Page 249: Buying New Tires
When it’s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need a new tire You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire.
Page 250: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety-Administration which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. applies only to vehicles sold in Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate conditions on a specified government test course.
Page 251: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your Pontiac dealer if any Your dealer will know the kind Each new wheel should have the same load carrying...
Page 252: Tire Chains
GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for your Pontiac model. NOTICE: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with...
Page 253: Appearance Care
When you use anything from a container to clean your Pontiac, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you’re cleaning the inside.
Page 254 Using Foam-Qpe Cleaner on Fabric Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label. Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge.
Page 255: Cleaning Vinyl
Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will stain if left on a vehicle seat fabric. They should be removed as soon as possible. Be careful, because the cleaner will dissolve them and may cause them to spread. Non-Greasy Stains Such as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, wine, vomit, urine and blood.
Page 256: Care Of Safety Belts
Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. Glass Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM P a r t No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films. Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may cause scratches.
Page 257: Cleaning The Outside Of Your Pontiac
Cleaning the Outside of Your Pontiac The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water.
Page 258: Aluminum Wheels (If So Equipped)
Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over of years. You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your Pontiac garaged or covered whenever possible. Aluminum Wheels (If So Equipped) Your aluminum wheels have a protective coating similar to the painted surface of your vehicle.
Page 259: Underbody Maintenance
This damage can take two forms: blotchy, ringlet-shaped discolorations, the paint surface. Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Pontiac areas where mud will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by being flushed.
Page 260: Appearance Care And Maintenance Materials
Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials You can get these from your GM Parts Department. Not recommended for pigskin suede leather. See your General Motors Parts Departments for these products. See your Maintenance Schedule for other products. Spray-A-Squeak Silicone Grease Weatherstrips, Stops squeaks 6-47...
Page 261: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)
ENGINE A MODEL YEAR CODE This is the legal identifier for your Pontiac. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also...
Page 262: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits 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. Snap off the cover to reveal the fuses. You’ll find puller clipped to the inside of the cover.
Page 263 Left Side Fuse Panel: Located to the left of the steering wheel, the panel is under the instrument panel. 6-50 Position Circuitry Circuit Breaker-Power Windows, Sunroof Not Used Power Seats-Circuit Brakes Not Used Not Used Crank Signal-Air Bag-VATS Spare Used Interior Lamps Ignition (Run), Automatic A/C Control, Base Cluster...
Page 264 Circuitry Position Brake Hazard Lamps Used Not Used Electronic Level Control Spare Not Used Not Used Cooling Fans, Transaxle Parking Lamps Not Used Not Used Battery, Chime, Radio, Cluster Ignition (RudCrank), Chime, Cluster Spare Circuitry Position Mirror Heated Used Base Lamps Not Used Radio...
Page 265 Right Side Fuse Panel: Additional fuses are located in the relay center, on the far right side, below the instrument panel. You must remove the sound insulator on the right side of the passenger foot well to replace these fuses. Replacing these fuses is difficult.
Page 266: Replacement Bulbs
Replacement Bulbs Outside Lamps Halogen Headlamps ... Low Beam ..High Beam Front Lamps Park/Turn Side Marker Taillamps Stoplamps ......RearTurn .
Page 267 Replacement Bulbs Inside Lamps Door Lamps ..Front CourtesylReading Lamps ..Rail CourtesyReading Lamps ... Glove Compartment Lamp .
Page 268 Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. I f you’re not sure, ask your Pontiac dealel: For additional information see your “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet.
Page 269: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Maintenance Replacement Parts Cleaner Element Engine Oil Filter......... . Fuel Filter .
Page 270: Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
RECOMMENDED This section covers the maintenance required for your Pontiac. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Pontiac dealer details.
Page 271: How This Section Is Organized
“Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections” explains important inspections that your Pontiac dealer’s service department or another qualified service center should perform. “Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” lists some products GM recommends to help keep your vehicle properly maintained.
Page 272: Using Your Maintenance Schedule
If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your Pontiac dealer. This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them. If you go to your dealer for your service needs, you’ll know...
Page 273: Maintenanceschedule
Maintenance Schedule Schedule I Definition Follow Maintenance Schedule if any one of these is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. trips idling include extensive...
Page 274 Maintenance Schedule Schedule I1 Definition I1 only Follow Schedule if none of the conditions from Schedule I is true. " Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Engine Oil and Filter Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first) Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first) At 7,500 Miles (12 15,000 Miles...
Page 275 Maintenance Schedule I The services shown in this schedule up (166 000 should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 at the same intervals. Footnotes The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful life.
Page 276 Maintenance Schedule I 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 whichever occurs first).
Page 277 Maintenance Schedule I 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 and steering linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage (or every 6 montk, whichever occurs first).
Page 278 Maintenance Schedule I 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) 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 every 6 points and linkage (or whichever occurs first).
Page 279 Maintenance Schedule I-- 24,000 Miles 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 280 Maintenance Schedule I 30,000 Miles (50 000 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 whichever occurs first).
Page 281 Maintenance Schedule I 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) (Continued) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. 7-12 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice.
Page 282 Maintenance Schedule I 36,000 Miles (60 000 k t ) 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 283 Maintenance Schedule I 42,000 Miles (70 000 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 284 Maintenance Schedule I 48,000 Miles (80 000 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 285 Maintenance Schedule I 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 7-16 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 286 Maintenance Schedule I 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. .’ DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 287 Maintenance Schedule I 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Sewice. Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Sewice. Replace air cleaner filter. Replace filter more often under dusty conditions. An Emission Control Sewice. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks.
Page 288 Maintenance Schedule I 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 289 Maintenance Schedule I 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or evlery months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 7-20 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 290 b i n t e n a n c e Schedule I 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever cccurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions.
Page 291 Maintenance Schedule I 81,000 Miles (135 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 292 Maintenance Schedule I 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or el Jery 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 293 Maintenance Schedule I 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Sewice. Inspect spark plug wires. An Control Service. Replace cleaner filter. Replace filter more often lander dusty conditions. Sewice. An Emission Control Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for darnage or leaks.
Page 294 Maintenance Schedule I 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 295 Maintenance Schedule I 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) Change engine oil and filter 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUALMILEAGE 7-26 100,000 Miles (I 66 000 km) Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter every if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90...
Page 296 The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (1 66 000 km) at the same intervals. Footnotes The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful life.
Page 297 15,000 Miles (25 000 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 cantact points and linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 298 flaintenance Schedule I1 30,000 Miles (50 000 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 299 Maintenance Schedule 11 37,500 Miles (62 500) 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 every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 300: Maintenance Schedule I1
Maintenance Schedule I1 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: heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 * F (32°C) or higher. In hilly or mountainous terrain.
Page 301 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, parlung and underbody contact brake cable guides points and linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 302 Maintenance Schedule I1 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides and underbody contact points and linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 303 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every’ months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parkmg guides underbody contact brake cable points and linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 304 Maintenance Schedule I1 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) Replace spark plugs. An Emission Service. Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines. Inspect fuel cap gasket for damage.
Page 305 Maintenance Schedule I1 100,000 Miles (1 66' 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 higher. In hilly or mountainous terrain.
Page 306: At Each Fuel Fill
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D.
Page 307: At Least Once A Year
At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Lubricate the key lock cylinders w i t h specified in Payt D. Body Lubrication Lubricate all body door hinges. Also lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the hood, rear compartment, glove box door, console door and any P a r t D folding seat hardware.
Page 308 Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake (see “Parking Brake” Index if necessary). in the NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move.
Page 309: Restraint Systems
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. To check the parking brake: With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only.
Page 310 Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose connections, or other conditions which could cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle.
Page 311 USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT GM Part No. Coolant Supplement with a complete flush and refill. Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 System (GM Part No. 1052535 or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid). Parking Brake Chassis lubricant (GM Guides No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Page 312 USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Hood Latch Assembly a. Pivots and a. Engine oil. Spring Anchor b. Release Pawl Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Hood and Door Engine oil or Lubriplate Hinges, Fuel (GM Part No.
Page 313 Maintenance Record 7-44...
Page 314: Customer Assistance Information
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Pontiac if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. This section includes information on: Customer...
Page 315: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd)
Vehicle delivery date and present mileage Nature of concern We encourage you to call the toll-free number listed previously in order to give your inquiry prompt attention. However, if you wish to write Pontiac, write to: United States Pontiac Division Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac.
Page 316 General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program. Both Pontiac and your Pontiac dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. Our experience has shown that, if a situation...
Page 317: Reporting Safety Defects To The United States Government
The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary between you and Pontiac. If this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing where eligible customers may present their case to impartial third-party arbitrator.
Page 318: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
CARES, us. Please call us at 1-800-E” Pontiac Division Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac, MI 48340-2950 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motors of Canada Limited...
Page 319: Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program
Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program Security While You Travel 1-800-ROADSIDE 1-800-762-3743 As the proud owner of a new Pontiac vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program. This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road.
Page 320: Canadian Roadside Assistance
Vehicle license plate number Pontiac reserves the right limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when in Pontiac’s judgement the claims become obsessive in frequency or type of occurrence. While we hope Inat you never have the occasion to use our service, it is added security while travelling for you and your family.
Page 321: Service Bulletins
Service Manuals Service manuals contain diagnosis and repair information for all chassis and body systems. They may be useful for owners who wish to get a greater understanding of their vehicle. They are also useful €or owners with the appropriate skill level or training who wish to perform "do-it-yourself' service.
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Page 326 Section 9 Index Accessory Power 0uL1et ......Adding . . . Automatic Transaxle Fluid Brake Fluid ....... . . Electrical Equipment .
Page 327 Automatic Transaxle Fluid ........Adding .
Page 328 ......Inside of Your Pontiac ........
Page 329 Drive Position. Automatic Transaxle ......Driver Information Center ....Driving On Grades.
Page 330 ..Foreign Countries. Fuel ......French Language Manual SSE) Front Towing Hookups (Except...
Page 331 ........Jack. Tire Jump Starting K e y Lock Cylinders .
Page 332 . . . Methanol Fuel) Mirrors ..Rearview Automatic ......Convex Outside Inside Manual Rearview Manual Remote Control...
Page 333 Radios ....... AM/FM Stereo AMFM Stereo Radios with Cassette A M m Stereo Radios with Compact Disc Player .
Page 334 ....Service Work. Doing Your Own Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac ......
Page 335 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) ........Symbols. Vehicle Tachometer .
Page 336 . . . Underbody Maintenance ..Underhood Lamp . . . Universal Theft Deterrent Variable Effort Steering Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Loading Vehicle Storage Vehicle Symbols ....... . . Vehicle Control Vehicle.
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