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Page 2: Table Of Contents
This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. 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 8-4.
Page 3: For Canadian Owners Who Prefer A French Language Manual
“General Motors of Canada Limited” for Pontiac Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your Pontiac, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road. If you sell the vehicle, please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it.
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. This will help you learn about the features and controls your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly.
Page 5: Vehicle Damage Warnings
Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. In the notice area, we tell you about something that cart damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and will But the notice...
Page 6 Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. For example, These symbols these symbols are important are used on an for you and original battery: your passengers whenever your vehicle is CAUTION driven: POSSIBLE INJURY DOOR LOCK UNLOCK...
Page 7 NOTES...
Page 8: Section 1 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 Manual Four-Way Adjustable Seat (Option) Power Seat Controls (Option) There are two levers at the front of the seat. The left lever adjusts the seat forward and back. The right lever adjusts the angle of the front of the seat. To adjust the seat’s forward and rearward movement, lift the left lever (A) up and adjust the seat forward or back.
Page 10: Reclining Front Seatbacks
Rear Control (C): Raise the rear of the seat by holding the switch up. Lower the rear of the seat by holding the switch down. Manual Lumbar Support (Option) * ' _ Turn the knob on the side of the driver's seat clockwise to increase support to the lower back.
Page 11 But don’t have a seatback rec :lined if yo1 1r vehicle is moving.
Page 12: Head Restraints
Head Restraints Head restraints are fixed on some models and adjustable on others. Slide an adjustable head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash.
Page 13 Easy-Entry Seat (2 Door Models) The right front seat of your vehicle makes it easy to get in and out of the rear seat. When you tilt the right front seatback fully forward, the whole seat will slide forward. After someone gets into the rear seat area, move the right front seatback to its original position.
Page 14: 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 Restraint System, or “air bag” system. Your car has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up.
Page 15: 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 16 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 17 or the instrument panel or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. 1-10...
Page 18: About Safety Belts And The Answers
Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers &: Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? You could be -- whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down.
Page 19: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
We’ll start with the driver position. Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Was your Pontiac first sold, when new, in Canada? (If it was, a sticker on the driver’s door will say “conforms to all applicable Canada motor vehicle then this “Driver Position”...
Page 20 And you don’t have to unbuckle when you get out. Just get into your vehicle. Then close and lock the door. Adjust the seat (to see how, see “Seats’’ in the Index) so you can sit up straight. The lap belt should be worn as low on the hips as possible.
Page 21 Just close the door all the way, then slowly open it. If that doesn’t fix Pontiac needs service. We hope you’ll always keep your automatic belt buckled. However, you may need to unbuckle it in an emergency.
Page 22 What’s wrong with this? i‘ The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. 1-15...
Page 23 What’s wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. 1-16...
Page 24 &: What's wrong with this? arm. It should The shoulder belt is worn under be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-17...
Page 25 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. 1-1s...
Page 26: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) This part explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), or air bag. Your Pontiac has an air bag for the driver. Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system: 1-19...
Page 27: How The Air Bag System Works
How the Air Bag System Works Where is the air bag? The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-20...
Page 28 When should an air bag inflate? The air bag is designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed “threshold level.” If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level about 9 to 16 mph (14 to 26 km/h).
Page 29 What will you see after an air bag inflates? After the air bag inflates, it quickly deflates. This occurs so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated. Some components of the air bag module in the steering wheel hub will be hot for a short time, but the part of the bag that comes into contact with you will not be hot to the touch.
Page 30: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac The air bag affects how your Pontiac should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle. You don’t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your...
Page 31: Right Front Passenger Position
Right Front Passenger Position Was your Pontiac first sold, when new, in Canada? (If it was, a sticker on the driver’s door will say “conforms to all applicable Canada motor vehicle then this ‘‘Right Front Passenger Position”...
Page 32: Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
Rear Seat Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
Page 33 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender”...
Page 34 The lap part of the belt should b'e worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 35: 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 and 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 36 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top. 4. Buckle the belt around the child, and make sure that both the lap belt and the shoulder belt are secured properly.
Page 37: Center Passenger Position
To remove and store the comfort guides, just perform these steps reverse order. Squeeze the belt edges that you can take together 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.
Page 38: Smaller Children And Babies
To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “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.
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Page 40: Child Restraints
If your child restraint has a top strap, anchored. If you need to have an anchor installed, you can your Pontiac dealer to put it in for you. If you want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer to do it.
Page 41: 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 42 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. 6.
Page 43: Securing A Child Restraint In The Center Rear Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position You’ll be using the lap belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1-36 1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt.
Page 44 4. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 5. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 6.
Page 45: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Was your Pontiac first sold, when new, in Canada? (If it was, a sticker on the driver’s door will say “conforms to all applicable Canada motor vehicle then this “Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position”...
Page 46 Once the special hardware is ins'talled, please follow the instructions with it and these steps: 1. Unbuckle the automatic lap-,shoulder belt by pushing the button on the buckle. It will stay on the door, ready to be rebuckled for use by adults or older children.
Page 47 3. Put the belt’s special latch plate into the vehicle’s 2. Snap one hook of the infadchild seat attaching belt near the floor at the door side of the seat. safety belt buckle. 1-40...
Page 48 4. You can make the belt longer by tilting the buckle and pulling it along the belt. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 6. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say.
Page 49 9. To make it tight, pull the belt while you push down on the child restraint. If the belt won’t stay tight, switch it end for end. 10. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. 1-42 To remove the infanuchild seat restraint: 1.
Page 50: Larger Children
Larger Children ." .."..Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle's safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat.
Page 51 1-44 be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child’s shoulder, so that a crash the child’s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide. child is sitting in rear seat outside position, see “Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides”...
Page 52 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. 1-45...
Page 53: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. The front seat lap-shoulder belts have plenty of extra length built in, so they will fit almost all people. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender.
Page 54: Replacing Seat And Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Seat and Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new belts.
Page 55 NOTES 1-48...
Page 56: Section 2 Features & Controls
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 57 If you lose your keys, you’ll be able to have new ones made easily using these tags. If you need a new key, to your Pontiac Dealer for the correct key code. In an emergency, call the Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program at 1 -800-ROADSIDE or 1-800-762-3743. NOTICE:...
Page 58: Door Locks
Door Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside you can use your key in the You can also use the Keyless Entry System if your vehicle has this option. From the inside you can lock the door by sliding the locking lever rearward.
Page 59: Power Door Locks
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. On four-door models, the lever on each rear door works only that door’s lock. It won’t lock (or unlock) all of the doors-- that’s a safety feature.
Page 60: Rear Door Security Locks
Rear Door Security Locks Your Pontiac is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the inside. To use one of these locks: 1. Use a key to move the lock all the way up.
Page 61: Illuminated Entryexit System
Keyless Entry System If your Pontiac has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the key chain transmitter supplied with your vehicle.
Page 62: Operation
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 63: Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement Under normal use, the batteries in your key chain transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the batteries are weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the batteries.
Page 64 Lockout Feature To turn the lockout on, slide the switch all the way to the right. To turn the lockout off, slide the switch all the way to the left. When the lockout is on, the mechanical remote trunk release will not release the trunk lid. However, the trunk lid can still be opened with the key.
Page 65: Glove Box
When you park your Pontiac and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from.the ignition and take it with you. Always do this.
Page 66: Ignition Switch
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 slow for the first miles (804 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts.
Page 67 LOCK (B): This is the only only position in which you can remove the key. This locks your steering wheel, ignition and transaxle (on automatic models). OFF (C): This unlocks the steering wheel, ignition, and transaxle (on automatic models), but does not send electrical power to any accessories.
Page 68: Starting Your Engine
To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. NOTICE: it is, then Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your Pontiac is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped.
Page 69 Manual transaxle: The gear selector should be in neutral. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine. Your vehicle won’t start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down that’s a safety feature. To start your 2.3 Liter engine: 1.
Page 70 To start your 3.1 Liter engine: 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner.
Page 71: 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. If you can't avoid deep puddles or standing water, drive through them very slowly. Engine Coolant Heater (Option) In very cold weather, 0"...
Page 72 The answer depends on the weather, the kind you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your Pontiac dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area.
Page 73 2-18 Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Your Pontiac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular...
Page 74 brakes before you can shift from PARK ignition key is in the RUN position. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P) ease pressure on the shift lever the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever shift lever button into the gear you wish.
Page 75 Forward Gears (Three Speed) DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving with the three speed automatic transaxle. SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on.
Page 76 Forward Gears (Four Speed) AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving with the four speed automatic transaxle. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than about 35 mph (55 accelerator pedal about halfway down. km/h) Going about 35 mph (55 accelerator all the way down.
Page 77 Shifting the Five-Speed Manual Transaxle 2-22 This is your shift pattern. Here’s how to operate your transaxle: FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. You can shift into FIRST (1) when you’re going less than 20 mph (32 km/h).
Page 78 THIRD, FOURTH and FIFTH (3,4 and 5): Shift into THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and l?lFTH (5) the same way you do for SECOND (2). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. To Stop: Let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal.
Page 79 Acceleration Shift Speeds for 2 . 3 L (Code D) mph (24 km/h) to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 25 mph (40 3rd to 4th 40 mph (64 km/h) to 5th 45 mph (72 km/h) If your speed drops below 20 mph (32 engine is not running smoothly, you should downshift to the next lower gear.
Page 80: 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 If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down.
Page 81 Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Models Only) 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right set the parking brake. 2-26 2. Move the shift lever into this: Hold in the button on Push the lever all the your vehicle. foot and 3.
Page 82 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Wansaxle Models Only) If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. After you’ve moved the shift lever into the PARK (P) position, hold the regular brake pedal down.
Page 83 Shifting Out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Models Only) Your Pontiac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. have to fully appZy your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in the RUN position. See “Automatic Transaxle” in the Index.
Page 84 Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust 2-29...
Page 85 Running Your Engine While You’re Parked (Automatic Transaxle) It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. 2-30 Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won’t move.
Page 86 Windows On a vehicle with manual windows, use the window crank located on the inside of each door close each window. Power Windows (Option) With power windows, switches on the center console control each of the windows when the ignition addition, each rear passenger door has a control switch for its own window.
Page 87: Tilt Wheel (Option)
Tilt Wheel (Option) A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever.
Page 88: 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 is finished, the lever will return automatically.
Page 89: Lamp Controls
Lamp Controls 2-34 Parking Lamps Rotate the switch counterclockwise up to the first position to turn on: Parking Lamps Side Marker Lamps Taillamps Instrument Panel Lamps Headlamps Rotate the switch counterclockwise to the second position to turn on: Headlamps Parking Lamps Side Marker Lamps Taillamps Instrument Panel Lamps...
Page 90: 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 a warning chime. Headlamp High-Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high or high to low, pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you.
Page 91: Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by moving the stalk up or down. 2-36 For a single wiper cycle push the stalk down to MIST, then release it. For more cycles, hold the stalk down longer. For steady wiper cycles move the stalk up to either LOW or HIGH, depending on the wiper speed you want.
Page 92 Controlled-Cycle Windshield Wipers (Option) If your vehicle has controlled-cycle wipers, you can set the wiper speed as slow as 25 seconds between wiper cycles, or faster. The controlled-cycle delay is very useful in light rain or snow. Move the stalk to DELAY, then rotate the inner band and choose the delay you want.
Page 93: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer To wash your windshield, pull the windshield washer stalk toward you until the washers begin. When you release the stalk, the washers will stop, but the wipers will keep going in LOW until you move the stalk to OFF.
Page 94: Cruise Control (Option)
Cruise Control (Option) With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about mph (40 or more without keeping your foot on km/h) the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about km/h).
Page 95: To Set Cruise Control
To Set Cruise Control Move the cruise control switch to ON. Get up to the speed you want. 2-40 Push in the SET button at the end of the lever and release it. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
Page 96 Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about mph (40 km/h) move the cruise control switch from ON to RES/ACC (Resume/Accelerate) for about half a second.
Page 97: Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control
To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: Press in the button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it. To slow down in very small amounts, push the button for less than half a second.
Page 98: Instrument Panel Intensity Control
Instrument Panel Intensity Control You can brighten or dim your instrument cluster lamps by rotating the instrument panel intensity control switch. Rotate the switch all the way to the right to turn on the interior courtesy lamps. Rotate the switch to the left to turn off the instrument cluster lamps and displays.
Page 99 When the DRL are on, only your high beam headlamps will be on. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on. Your instrument panel won’t be lit up either. When it’s dark enough outside, your headlamps will come on at full brightness. The other lamps that come on with your headlamps will also come on.
Page 100 If this doesn’t work, you may need to use a small, flat-head screwdriver under the side of the housing to help pry it off. Battery Rundown Protection Your Pontiac is equipped with a Battery Rundown Protection feature designed to protect your vehicle’s battery. When any interior lamp...
Page 101 To reactivate the interior lamps, either: The ignition must be turned on activated lamp switch must be turned off and then on, front door must opened. Battery Rundown Protection feature will also be activated when any door of your vehicle is left open. Also, if your vehicle is left with the ignition turned off €or over 24 days, battery power to your clock, audio...
Page 102 Manual Remote Control Mirrors The outside rearview mirrors should be adjusted can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position. Adjust the driver side outside mirror with the control lever on the driver’s door.
Page 103: Convex Outside Mirror
Press and hold the front of the switch to close the glass panel. The sunshade can only be closed by hand. The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or closed if your Pontiac has an electrical failure. NOTICE: Do not attempt to force the sunshade forward of the sliding glass panel.
Page 104: Cup Holders
Armrest Storage Compartment Pull up on the front edge of the armrest to open the armrest storage area for cassette tapes, gloves, etc. Cup Holders The front doors, and the rear side panels on two-door models, provide space for holding a cup or soft drink.
Page 105: Garment Hook
Passenger Side Cup HolderBtorage Area To access the cup holder and storage area, slide your finger in the groove and press the button located in the upper left corner of the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. Then pull the cup holder forward and down.
Page 106: Ashtray And Lighter
Ashtray and Lighter Lift the cover to reveal the ashtray. To clean the ashtray, lift it out by pulling up on the snuffer. You can also use this tray as a cup holder. NOTICE: Don’t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays.
Page 107: The Instrument Panel
The Instrument Panel Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and 2-52 Your Information System many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically.
Page 108 The main components of your instrument panel are: Fog Lamp Switch Instrument Panel Intensity Control/ Interior Lamps Switch 3. Side Vent 4. Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever Hazard Warning Flashers Switch 6. Instrument Cluster 7. Windshield WipersNasher Stalk 8. Center Vent 9. Audio System 10.
Page 109 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. Standard Cluster 2-54 Be sure to read about those that apply to the instrument...
Page 110 Optional Cluster B E R V I C E 2-55...
Page 111: Speedometer And Odometer
(used in the U.S.) or kilometers (used in Canada). Tamper-Resistant Odometer Your Pontiac has a tamper-resistant odometer. If you see silver lines between the numbers, you’ll know that someone has probably tried to turn it back, so the numbers may not be true.
Page 112: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators
Tachometer (Option) XlOOO The tachometer shows your engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). NOTICE: Do not run your engine at speeds in the red area, or engine damage may occur. Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle.
Page 113: Safety Belt Warning Light
Safety Belt Warning Light When the key is turned to RUN or START a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is already buckled. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for about 20 seconds, then it will flash for about If the driver’s belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the light will come on.
Page 114: Airbag Readiness Light
Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors and module, the wiring and the diagnostic module.
Page 115: Brake System Warning Light
This light comes on when you need to shift to the next higher gear. See “Manual Transaxle” in the Index. Your Pontiac .’s hyc h-au llic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you.
Page 116: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
This light should come on briefly as you start the vehicle. If it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road stop carefully.
Page 117: Engine Coolant Temperature 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 light is on but not flashing and the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes, but you...
Page 118: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage - E - r - r \ This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine is too hot! That reading means the same thing as the warning light. It means that your engine coolant has overheated.
Page 119 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission SERVICE control systems. This light should come on ENGINE when the ignition is SOON on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working.
Page 120: Oil Warning Light
Oil Warning Light If you have a problem with your oil, this light may stay on after you start your engine, or come on when you are driving. This indicates that oil is not going through your engine quickly enough to keep it lubricated.
Page 121 Check Oil Light This light should come on briefly when you turn your ignition key RUN. If the light does not come on, have your vehicle serviced. If the light comes on and stays on after starting your vehicle, the oil level should be checked. 2-66 Prior to checking the oil level be sure your vehicle has been turned off for several minutes and is on a level...
Page 122: Oil Pressure Gage
Oil Pressure Gage The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kPa. Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity, but readings above the red warning zone indicate the normal operating range.
Page 123 Fuel Gage Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left, when the ignition is on. When the indicator nears E (Empty), you still have a little fuel left, but you should get more soon. Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: At the service station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads F (Full).
Page 124: Section 3 Comfort Controls And Audio Systems
Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control systems and audio systems offered with your Pontiac. Be sure to read about the particular system supplied with your vehicle. Climate Control System With this system, you can control the ventilation and heating in your vehicle.
Page 125: Defogging Windows
VENT Use when outside temperatures are mild, and little heating or cooling is needed. Air flow is through the instrument panel outlets. Set the center control knob to the temperature desired. HEATER: This setting brings heated air through the heater ducts, and some through the windshield defroster vents.
Page 126 Ventilation Use when outside temperatures heating or cooling is needed. Turn the right knob to VENT. Air flow is directed through the instrument panel outlets. Set the center knob to the temperature desired. Heating Turning the right control knob to HEATER and the center control knob clockwise will send heated air through the heater ducts toward your feet and the floor, and some through the defroster vents.
Page 127: Rear Window Defogger (Option)
Flow-Through Ventilation System Your Pontiac’s flow-through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving. Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning fan is running.
Page 128: Audio Systems
Audio Systems The following pages describe the audio systems available for your Pontiac, and how to get the best from performance them. Please read about the system in your vehicle. Setting the Clock Radios with SEEK up and down arrow buttons: 1.
Page 129: Am/Fm Stereo Radio
AM/FM Stereo Radio I’ The digital display indicates information on time or radio station frequency, the AM or FM radio band, whether the station is in stereo, and other radio functions. Playing the Radio With the ignition on, turn the upper knob PWRoVOL: clockwise to turn on the radio and increase volume.
Page 130 Presets: The four numbered pushbuttons can be used to preset up to 14 radio stations (seven 1. Tune in the desired station. 2. Press SET. The word SET will appear on the digital display for five seconds. 3. While SET is displayed, press one of the four pushbuttons.
Page 131 AM/FM Stereo Radio with Cassette Tape Player (Option) VoL-OBAL TREBLE ~ P R O G - R C L TUNE FADE BASS P A M - F M The digital display indicates information on time or radio station frequency, the AM or whether the station is in stereo, and other radio functions.
Page 132 PES&: The four pushbuttons below the digital display can be used to preset up to 14 radio stations (seven AM and seven EM). Tune in the desired station. Press SET. The word SET will appear on the digital display for five seconds. While is displayed, press one of the four pushbuttons.
Page 133 Playing a Cassette Tape With the power on, insert a tape into the cassette door. Do not use tapes that are longer than 45 minutes on each side. When the left indicator arrow is lit, selections listed on the top side of the cassette are playing. When the right indicator m o w is lit, selections listed on the bottom side of the cassette are playing.
Page 134 Playing the Radio VOL-BAL: With the ignition on, turn the upper knob clockwise to turn your audio system on and the volume. Turn the knob counterclockwise to turn the volume down and to turn the system off. PROG-RCL: Press the upper knob to change between the clock and the radio station frequency display when the radio is on.
Page 135 Setting the Tone Graphic Equalizer Controls: Boost the bass, emphasize a voice in a song, brighten the treble equalizer allows you to adjust five .separate frequencies of sound to your individual taste. Move a lever up to emphasize a frequency, and move it down to de-emphasize a frequency.
Page 136 AM/FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player (Option) The digital display indicates information on time or radio station frequency, the AM or FM radio band, whether the station is in stereo, and other radio functions. Playing the Radio PWR: With the ignition on, press this button to turn your audio system on and off.
Page 137 Presets: The five numbered pushbuttons can be used to preset up to 15 radio stations (five AM and ten FM). The buttons have other uses when you are playing a compact disc. 1. Tune in the desired station. 2. Press SET. The word SET will appear on the digital display for five seconds.
Page 138 The player may be too hot, too cold or the road may be too rough for the disc to play. As soon as things get back to normal, the disc should play. While a disc is playing, the CD indicator is displayed on the digital display, as is the clock.
Page 139 CD Player Theft Deterrent Feature Delco LOC II@ is an anti-theft feature for the compact disc player. It can be used or ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally. If it is used, your player won’t be usable if it is ever stolen because it will go to LOC mode any time battery power is removed.
Page 140 Disabling the Anti-Theft System Enter your secret code by following these steps (you will have only 15 seconds between each step). Turn the ignition to the ACC or RUN position, and turn the radio off. Press station preset buttons 1 and 4 at the same time for five seconds.
Page 141: Understanding Radio Reception
Understanding Radio Reception FM Stereo stereo will give you the best sound, but will reach only about 10 to 40 miles buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go. The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night.
Page 142: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
Insert the cassette at least three times to ensure a thorough cleaning. A scrubbing action cleaning cassette is available through your Pontiac dealership. You may use a non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head.
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Page 144: Section 4 Your Driving And The Road
The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your Pontiac: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads, or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.”...
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. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination...
Page 146 It’s the amount of 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 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision.
Page 148: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide.
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 you start your vehicle.
Page 150 Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens with ABS. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. is about to stop separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the...
Page 151: Braking In Emergencies
close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even though you have anti-lock brakes. To Use Anti-Lock Don’t pump the brakes.
Page 152: Steering In Emergencies
That’s the time for evasive action -- steering around the problem. Your Pontiac can perform very well in emergencies these. First apply your brakes. It is much speed as you can from a possible collision. Then steer around the problem, to the left or right depending on the space available.
Page 153: 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 pavement.
Page 154 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops.
Page 155: 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 156: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired -- by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively.
Page 157: Driving In The Rain
You can be temporarily blinded by approaching lights. can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little.
Page 158 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road, and even people walking.
Page 159: Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road.
Page 160: 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 161: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. 4-18 The most important advice on freeway driving up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving.
Page 162: 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 163: 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 164 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 165: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: a 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. 4-22 Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply...
Page 166: 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 the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have a lot less traction or “grip”...
Page 167: If You're Caught In A Blizzard
If You’re Caught in Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your 4-24 passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers.
Page 168 Run your engine only as long as you must, This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged.
Page 169: Recreational Vehicle Towing
Recreational Vehicle Towing There may be times when you want to tow your Pontiac behind another vehicle for use at your destination. Be sure to use the proper towing equipment designed for recreational towing. Follow the instructions for the towing equipment.
Page 170 4. Shift your manual transaxle to NEUTRAL Release the parking brake. NOTICE: Make sure that the towing speed does not exceed 55 mph (90 or your Pontiac could be km/h), badly damaged. I N ) . 4-27...
Page 171: Loading Your Vehicle
Towing your Vehicle from the Rear NOTICE: Do not tow your Pontiac from the rear, or your vehicle could be badly damaged and the costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. 4-28 Loading Your Vehicle FRT. CTR. MAX. LOADING...
Page 172 MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR FRT THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI- CABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. The other label is the Certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver’s door.
Page 173: Towing A Trailer
Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this part, and see your Pontiac dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle.
Page 174 Do not tow a trailer if your vehicle is equipped with a 2.3L Quad 4 Engine (Code D). Your car can tow a trailer if it is equipped with a 3.1L V6 Engine (Code M) and proper trailer towing equipment. To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should read the information in “Weight of the Trailer’’...
Page 175: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
And, it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle. You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Pontiac Customer Services Department One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac, Michigan 48340-2952 In Canada, write to:...
Page 176 If you’re using a “dead-weight” hitch, the trailer tongue should weigh 10% of the total loaded trailer weight (B). If you have a “weight-distributing” hitch, the trailer tongue should weigh of the total loaded trailer weight (E). After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper.
Page 177: Safety Chains
Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer.
Page 178: Following Distance
Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer.
Page 179: Driving On Grades
When towing a trailer, the green arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out. Thus, you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not. It’s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working.
Page 180: When You Are Ready To Leave After Parking On A Hill
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: Start your engine; Shift into a gear; and Release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3.
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Page 182: Section 5 Problems On The Road
Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that on the road. OCCUT 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 183: Other Warning Devices
Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your Pontiac. But please follow the steps below to do it safely. to use NOTICE: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn’t be covered by your...
Page 184 To Jump Start Your Pontiac 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. NOTICE: If the other system isn’t a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching...
Page 185 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know. Positive positive and negative will go to negative...
Page 186 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 touch metal. Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery.
Page 187 9* Attach the cable at least 18 inches fiom the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection is just as good there, but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less. 10.
Page 188: Towing Your Vehicle
Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your Pontiac. The usual towing equipment is: (A) Sling-type tow truck (see Notice on the next page) Wheel-lift tow truck C a r carrier If your vehicle has been changed or modified since...
Page 189 When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key off. The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position, with a clamping device designed for towing service. Do not use the vehicle’s steering column lock for this. The transaxle should be in NEUTRAL (N) and the parking brake released.
Page 190: Towing From The Front
Towing from the Front Vehicle Hookup Before hooking up to a tow truck, be sure to read all the information in “Towing Your Vehicle” earlier in this section.
Page 191 NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or fascidfog lamp damage will occur. Use wheel-lift or car carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment. NOTICE: Towing a vehicle over rougn sunaces could damage a vehicle. Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel-lift equipment.
Page 192 Towing from the Rear Vehicle Hookup TOW LIMITS-35 MPH (55 KPH), 50 MILES (80 KM) Before hooking up to a tow truck, be sure to read all the information in “Towing Your Vehicle” earlier in this section. Also be sure to use the proper hook-up for your particular vehicle.
Page 193: Engine Overheating
5-12 Engine Overheating You 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 Temperature Warning Light” in the Index. You will also find a low coolant warning light on your Pontiac’s...
Page 194: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious.
Page 195 If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about ten minutes. If the warning doesn’t come back on, you can drive normally. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your vehicle right away.
Page 196 If the coolant inside the coolant surge don’t do anything else until it cools down. tank is boiling, The coolant level should be at or above FULL COLD. 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 197: How To Add Coolant To The Coolant Surge Tank
NOTICE: Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn’t covered by your warranty. If there seems to be no leak, with the engine on check to see if the electric engine fan is running. If the engine is overheating, the fan should be running. If it isn’t, your vehicle needs service.
Page 198 5-17...
Page 199 NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. So use the recommended coolant. 5-18 1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is longer hot.
Page 200 3. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mix, 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly, and remove it. up to FULL COLD, or just above the small cylinder at the base of the opening. 5-19...
Page 201 4. With the coolant surge t a n k pressure cap off, start 5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper cap is tight. radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fan. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower.
Page 202: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out’’ while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout,” here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will pulls the vehicle toward that side.
Page 203 The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. 1. Turn the center retainer nut on the compact spare tire housing counterclockwise to remove it, then lift the tire cover.
Page 204 18” (46cm) 6. Near each wheel, there is a notch in the vehicle’s frame. Position the jack under the vehicle. Raise the jack head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle’s frame nearest the flat tire. h t the compact spare tire near you.
Page 205 NOTICE: Do not jack or lift vehicle using oil pan. Pans could crack and begin to leak fluid. 7. Raise the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit. 8.
Page 206 9. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface. 10. Replace the wheel nuts withthe rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub.
Page 207 11. Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 5-26 12. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross sequence, as shown.
Page 208 Don’t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire. It won’t fit. Store the wheel cover and plastic cap nuts in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced. NOTICE: Wheel covers won’t fit on your compact spare. If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare, you could damage the cover or the spare.
Page 209: 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. It should be 60 psi (420 Wa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated.
Page 210: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or You’re Snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution.
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Page 212: Section 6 Service And Appearance Care
Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to get the proper Pontiac Service Manual. It tells you much more about how to service your Pontiac than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see “Service Publications”...
Page 213 NOTICE: If you try to do your own service work without knowing enough about it, your vehicle could be damaged. Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher. It should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in CGSB 3.5-92 the United States and fuels should have the proper additives, so you should not have to add anything to the fuel.
Page 214: Gasolines For Cleaner Air
MTBE is “methyl tertiary-butyl ether.” Fuel that is no more than 15% MTBE is fine for your vehicle. Ethanol is ethyl or grain alcohol. Properly-blended fuel that is no more than 10% ethanol vehicle. Methanol is methyl or wood alcohol. NOTICE: Fuel that is more than 5% methanol is bad for your vehicle.
Page 215: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the U.S. or Canada, unleaded fuel may be hard to find. Do not use leaded gasoline. If you use even one tankful, your emission controls won’t work well or at all. With continuous use, spark plugs can get fouled, the exhaust system can corrode, and your engine oil can deteriorate quickly.
Page 216 The cap is behind a hinged door on the right side of your vehicle. To open the fuel door, pull the fuel access handle on the floor by the driver’s seat. The remote fuel filler door release can help keep your fuel tank from being siphoned.
Page 217 Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See “Cleaning the Outside of Your Pontiac” in the Index. When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right until you hear at least three clicks.
Page 218: Checking Things Under The Hood
Checking Things Under the Hood The following sections tell you how to check fluids, lubricants and important parts underhood. Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle. Then go to the front of the vehicle and press the secondary hood release handle to the right.
Page 219 Lift the hood, release the hood prop rod from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop.
Page 220 2.3L Quad 4 Engine (CODE D) P O ?? see: When you open the hood, you'll Engine Oil Dipstick Automatic Transaxle Dipstick (if equipped) Brake Fluid Reservoir Air Cleaner Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if so equipped) Battery Windshield Washer Huid Reservoir Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Engine Oil Fill Cap 10.
Page 221 3.1L V6 Engine (CODE M) 6-10 When you open the hood, you’ll see: Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick Brake Fluid Reservoir Air Cleaner Battery Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir Engine Oil Dipstick Engine Oil Fill Cap Engine Coolant Surge Tank...
Page 222: Engine Oil
Engine Oil CHECK O I L If the CHECK OIL light on the instrument panel comes on, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see “CHECK OIL Light” in the Index. You should check your engine oil level regularly;...
Page 223 3.1 L V-6 Engine Oil Dipstick The engine oil dipstick handle is yellow. The dipstick on the 2.3L L-4 engine is located on the rear of the engine. The dipstick on the 3.1L V-6 engine is located on the front of the engine behind the fan. 6-12 To Check Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or...
Page 224 3.1L V-6: Adding Oil When to Add Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to add some oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For crankcase capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications”...
Page 225: 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 226: Engine Oil Additives
GM Goodwrench’ oil (in Canada, GM Engine Oil) meets all the requirements for your vehicle. Engine Oil Additives Don’t add anything to your oil. Your Pontiac dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added. ANY OTHER...
Page 227: When To Change Engine Oil
When to Change Engine Oil See if any one of these is true for you: Most trips are less than to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic).
Page 228: Air Cleaner
Air Cleaner Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. NOTICE: If the air cleaner is off, a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily get into your engine, which will damage it.
Page 229: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at your Pontiac dealer Service Department. 6-18 If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions...
Page 230 To get the right reading, the fluid should be at normal operating temperature, which is 180°F to 200°F (82°C to 93°C). Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 when outside temperatures are above 50°F (10°C). If it's colder than 50 "F 10 "C), you may have to drive longer.
Page 231: How To Add Fluid
How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, choose to have this done at your Pontiac dealer Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick.
Page 232 Check the fluid level only when your engine is off, the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transaxle is cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the transaxle case. Then, follow these steps: 1. Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and clean it with a rag or paper towel.
Page 233: Hydraulic Clutch
If you have a problem with engine overheating, see “Engine Overheating” in the Index. The proper coolant for your Pontiac will: Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C). Give boiling protection up to 262 Protect against rust and corrosion.
Page 234 What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean water (preferably distilled) and one-half antifreeze that meets “GM Specification 1825M,” which won’t damage aluminum parts. You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M with a complete coolant flush and refill.
Page 235: Adding Coolant
To Check Coolant Adding Coolant When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark, or a little higher. 6-24...
Page 236: Surge Tank Pressure Cap
If this light comes on, it means you’re low on engine coolant. WASH FLUID COOLANT To Add Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper surge tank, but only when the engine is cool. When replacing the pressure cap, make sure it is tight. Surge Tank Pressure Cap NOTICE: Your pressure cap is an 18 psi (124 kPa)
Page 237: What To Add
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 238: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid 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 239: Brake Master Cylinder
Brake Master Cylinder Your brake master cylinder is here. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the brake fl .uid level in your master cylinder might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear.
Page 240: Brake Wear
See “Appearance Care” in the Index. Brake Wear Your Pontiac has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. (GM Part Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed.
Page 241: 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 example, when your brake linings wear down and you have to have new ones put in genuine GM replacement parts.
Page 242: Vehicle Storage
Battery Every new Pontiac has a Delco Freedom@ battery. never have to add water to one of these. When it’s time for a new battery, we recommend a Delco Freedom@ battery. Get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery’s label.
Page 243: Headlamp Bulb Replacement
Headlamp Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. 1. On the driver’s side only, unscrew the butterfly fastener. Then lift the plate. 6-32 Both Sides: 2. Twist the bulb assembly counterclockwise 1/6 turn pull out the bulb assembly.
Page 244: Taillamp Bulb Replacement
3. Unclip the bulb assembly from the wiring harness. Reverse steps 1-3 to replace the bulb assembly and headlamp housing. Taillamp Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb, see “Replacement Bulbs” in Index. 1. Pull back the trunk trim. 2. Carefully push one end of the plastic taillamp brace in while pulling the brace toward the front of the vehicle.
Page 245: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
4. Replace the bulb. Reverse the steps to reassemble the taillamp. Fog Lamp Bulb Replacement Don’t change your fog lamp bulbs unless you have the proper aiming equipment. See your Pontiac dealer if you have any further questions. 6-34 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Replacement blades come in different types removed in different ways.
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 a tire warranty folder from each of these manufacturers.
Page 247: Inflation - 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. NOTICE: Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right.
Page 248: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be inspected every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (1 0 000 to 13 000 km) for any signs of unusual wear. If unusual wear is present, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels.
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 if You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire.
Page 250 It’s right to drive with your compact spar though. It was developed for use on Your vehicl T h e following information relates to the system developed by the- United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear, traction m d temperature performance.
Page 251: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C , representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Page 252: Wheel Replacement
(except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your Pontiac dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need. Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset, and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces.
Page 253: Tire Chains
Tire Chains NOTICE: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis. Used Replacement Wheels 6-42...
Page 254: Appearance Care
When you anything from a container to clean your Pontiac, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions. And always open your windows when you’re cleaning the inside. Never use these to clean your vehicle:...
Page 255 Using Foam-Type Cleaner on Fabric Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label. Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge.
Page 256: Cleaning Vinyl
"pecial Cleaning Problems Greasy or Oily Stains Stains caused by grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar and asphalt can be removed as follows: Carefully scrape off excess stain. Follow the solvent-type instructions described earlier.
Page 257: Cleaning Leather
Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap. For stubborn stains, use a GM VinylLeather Cleaner or equivalent product. Never use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive cleaners, furniture polish or shoe polish on leather. Soiled leather should be cleaned immediately.
Page 258: Cleaning The Outside Of The Windshield And Wiper Blades
During very cold, damp weather more frequent application may be required. (See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.) Cleaning the Outside of Your Pontiac The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability.
Page 259: Finish Care
Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Pontiac by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index.) Your Pontiac has a “basecoat/clearcoat”...
Page 260: Sheet Metal Damage
Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Pontiac will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 whichever comes first.
Page 261: Appearance Care And Maintenance Materials
Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials You can get these from your GM Parts Department. PART NUMBER SIZE 12345343 (0.473L) 1052277 12 oz. (0.354L) 1052863 oz. (0.028kg) 1050172 16 oz. (0.473L) Not recommended for pigskin suede leather. See your General Motors Parts Departments for these products. See your Maintenance Schedule for other products.
Page 262: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)
CODE YEAR MODEL This is the legal identifier for your Pontiac. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration.
Page 263: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses & Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. The main fuse panel is located on the left side of the instrument panel. To access the fuses, open the fuse panel door.
Page 264 Fuse Circuitry PRNDL Electronic PRNDL Display (Automatic Trans- axle only) F/P INJ Fuel Pump, Injectors STOP Stop/Hazard Lamps CTSY Door Locks, Power Mirrors, Cigar Lighter AIR BAG Sumlemental Inflatable Restraint Fuse Circuitry INST LPS Interior Lamps Dimming GAUGES Gauges, Warning Lights, Rear Defog HORN Horns, Fog Lamps ALARM...
Page 265: Headlamp Wiring
Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the fuse block. An electrical overload will cause the lights to go on and off or, in some cases, to remain off. If this happens, have your headlamp system checked right away.
Page 266: Capacities And Specifications
........Refrigerant, Air Conditioning Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. the proper refi-igerant is used. I f you’re not sure, ask your Pontiac dealel: For additional information, see your “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information ”...
Page 267: Replacement Bulbs
Replacement Bulbs OUTSIDE LAMPS Back Up Lamps ... Front Parking/Turn Signal Lamps License Plate Lamp ....Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Halogen Headlamps LowBeam...
Page 268 Engine Specifications ........VINEngineCode ..........Type Displacement Compression Ratio...
Page 269 NOTES...
Page 270: Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED This section covers the maintenance required Pontiac. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. Protection purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan Have supplements your new vehicle warranties.
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 I 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. Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic).
Page 274 Maintenance Schedule Schedule I1 Definition Follow Schedule I1 if none of the conditions from ordy Schedule T is true. Schedule I1 Intervals 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...
Page 275 Maintenance Schedule I The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after k m ) (166 OOO 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, steering linkage and transaxle shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). Rotate tires.
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, steering linkage and transaxle shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
Page 278 Maintenance Schedule I 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage and transaxle shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). Rotate tires.
Page 279 Maintenance Schedule I 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage and transaxle shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). 7-10 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every...
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, steering linkage and transaxle shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect engine accessory drive belt (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 281 Maintenance Schedule I 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED 7-12 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 282 Maintenance Schedule I 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 283 Maintenance Schedule I 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. 7-14 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every...
Page 284: Maintenance Schedule I
Maintenance Schedule I 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 C ) or higher. In hilly or mountainous terrain.
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 Miles (95 000 km) 57,000 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice.
Page 287 Maintenance Schedule I 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) (Continued) Replace spark plugs (except 2.3L Code D engine). An Emission Control Service. Inspect spark plug wires (except 2.3L Code D engine). An Emission Control Service. Replace air cleaner filter. Replace filter more often under dusty conditions.
Page 288 Maintenance Schedule I 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage and transaxle shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). Rotate tires.
Page 289 Maintenance Schedule I 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3' months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage and transaxle shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). 7-20 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every...
Page 290 Maintenance Schedule I 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage and transaxle shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). Rotate tires.
Page 291 Maintenance Schedule I 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage and transaxle shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 7-22...
Page 292 Maintenance Schedule I 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage and transaxle shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect engine accessory drive belt (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 293 Maintenance Schedule I Miles 000 km) (Continued) 90,000 (150 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. 7-24 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 294 Maintenance Schedule I 94,000 Miles (160 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage and transaxle shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). 99,000 Miles Change engine oil and filter 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 295 Maintenance Schedule I 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Replace spark plugs (2.3L Code D engine only). An Emission Control Service. Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 (32°C) or higher.
Page 296 The services shown in this schedule up (166 000 should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 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 Sewice. Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage and transaxle shift linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 7-28 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every...
Page 298 Maintenance Schedule I1 30,000 Miles 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage and transaxle shift linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect engine accessory drive belt (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 299 Maintenance Schedule I1 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage and transaxle shift linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Rotate tires.
Page 300 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 C) or higher. In hilly or mountainous terrain. When doing frequent trailer towing.
Page 301: Maintenance Schedule I1
Maintenance Schedule I1 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage and transaxle shift linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Rotate tires.
Page 302 Maintenance Schedule I1 60,000 Miles (100 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant’’ in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service.
Page 303 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, steering linkage and transaxle shift linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Rotate tires.
Page 304 Maintenance Schedule I1 82,500 Miles (137 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage and transaxle shift linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”...
Page 305 Maintenance Schedule I1 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) Replace spark plugs (except 2.3L Code D engine). An Emission Control Service. Inspect spark plug wires (except 2.3L Code D engine). An Emission Control Service. Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service.
Page 306 Maintenance Schedule I1 100,000 Miles (1 66 000 km) Replace spark plugs (2.3L Code D engine only). An Emission. Control Service. Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 (32 * C) or higher.
Page 307: 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 308: At Least Once A Year
At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part Body Lubrication Lubricate all body door hinges. Also lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the hood, trunk lid, glove box door and console door. Part D tells you what to use.
Page 309 Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (Automatic Transaxle) 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” in the Index if necessary). NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move.
Page 310: 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 311 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 312 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer. USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity.
Page 313 FLUIDLUBRICANT USAGE 4utomatic DEXRON@-I11 Automatic I‘ransaxle Transmission Fluid. Key Lock Lubricate with Multi-Purpose Cylinders Lubricant (GM Part No. 12345 120) or synthetic SAE 5W-30 engine oil. Manual Chassis lubricant (GM Part Transaxle Shift No. 1052497 or equivalent) or Linkage lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Page 314: Maintenance Record
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY READING Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services”...
Page 315 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING SERVICED BY 7-46...
Page 316 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-47...
Page 317 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICED 7-4s...
Page 318: Section 8 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: The Customer...
Page 319: 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...
Page 320 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 321: Reporting Safety Defects To The United States Government
BBB at any time. The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary between you and Pontiac. If this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third-party arbitrator.
Page 322: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
Please call us at 1-800-PM CARES, or write: Pontiac Division Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac, MI 48340-2950 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write:...
Page 323: 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 324: Canadian Roadside Assistance
Vehicle identification number Vehicle license plate number Pontiac reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when in Pontiac’s judgement the claims become obsessive in frequency or type of occurrence. While we hope that you never have the occasion to use our service, it is added security while travelling for you and your family.
Page 325: 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 for owners with the appropriate skill level or training who wish to perform “do-it-yourself’...
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Page 342: Section 9 Index
Section 9 Index Adding Automatic Transaxle Fluid ....Brake Fluid ....... . . Electrical Equipment .
Page 343 ......Automatic Transaxle Fluid ........Adding Checking Battery...
Page 344 ........Stains The Inside of Your Pontiac The Outside of Your Pontiac .
Page 345 ....... Damage. Finish ......Damage.
Page 346 ....... Fabric Cleaning ....Fifth (5) Position.
Page 347 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid ........Adding .
Page 348 Locks Automatic Door ........Door .
Page 349 Neutral (N) Position. Automatic Transaxle Neutral (N) Position. Manual Transaxle New Vehicle “Break-In” Night Vision Odometer Odometer. Tamper Resistant Odometer. Trip Off-Road Recovery Engine Pressure Gage Warning Light Ordering Owner Publications Service Bulletins Service Manuals Overdrive Position. Automatic Transaxle Overheated Engine Owner Checks and Services Owner Publications.
Page 350 Rear Seat Passengers Rear Towing Hookups ......Rear Window Defogger Rearview Mirror. Inside Day/ Night Reclining Front Seatbacks Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Recreational Vehicle Towing...
Page 351 ....Service Work, Doing Your Own Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac ......
Page 352 ........Tachometer ..... Taillamps.
Page 353 ......Underbody Maintenance ......variable Effort Steering Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
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