Page 2 This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. 8- 1 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Pontiac for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 8-10. Index Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual.
Page 3: For Canadian Owners Who Prefer A French Language Manual
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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. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and this controls for your vehicle. In manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly.
Page 5: Vehicle Damage Warnings
Vehicle Damage Warnings in this book you find Also, will these NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would notices: covered by your warranty, and it could be costly.
Page 6 Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. These symbols For example, are important these symbols are used on an for you and your passengers original battery: whenever your vehicle is CAUTION driven: POSSIBLE INJURY PROTECT EYES BY...
Page 7 NOTES...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your Pontiac some things you should not learn about Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone 1-12 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About...
Page 9: Seats And Seat Controls 1-3
Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats them, about reclining front seatbacks and also head restraints. Manual Seats CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle moving.
Page 10: Manual Lumbar Support (If Equipped)
Manual Lumbar Support (If Equipped) Turn the knob on the right front of the driver’s seat cushion to the right or to the left to adjust support for the lower back. Power Seat Controls (If Equipped) To adjust the power seat on some models: the front of the FRONT CONTROL (A): holding the switch up.
Page 11: 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. Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback, lift the lever seat move the seatback to where you want it. Release the lever to lock the seatback.
Page 12: Head Restraints
when your vehicle is Sitting in a reclined position in motion can be dangerous. Even up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body. Instead, it will be in In a front of you.
Page 13 forward, fold front seatback lift the seatback latch. When you return the seatback to its original position, the seatback will lock. CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move sudden stop or crash. That could forward in cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked.
Page 14: Safety Belts: They're For Everyone
Rear Seats Folding the Rear Seat (If Equipped) To open, pull forward on the seat tab. To close, push the seatback up to its original position. Push the seatback completely up against the back plate to ensure latch will hook. that Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to...
Page 15 CAUTION: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that equipped with seats and safety belts.
Page 16: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it's just a seat on wheels.
Page 17 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider stop. doesn’t 1-10 The person keeps going until stopped by something. a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...
Page 18 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. 1-11...
Page 19: Safety Belts -- And The Answers
Here Are Questions Man About Safety Belts and the Answers Q . ? Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing 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 20: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. t h a t there are special things to know about safety Be aware belts and children. And there are Merent rules for children and babies. If child will vehicle, see the part of this manual called...
Page 21 If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you the belt. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender”...
Page 22 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 23 Adjust the height shoulder that the your shoulder. The belt should be away centered on your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder. What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. 1-16 portion of the belt is...
Page 24 What’s wrong with this? You can be seriously injured if your belt buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
Page 25 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under be worn over shoulder at all times. 1-18 You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 26 What’s wrong with this? You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to The belt is twisted across the body.
Page 27: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the and your vehicle.
Page 28: Right Front Passenger Position
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly. Right Front Passenger Position The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt.
Page 29 UTION: bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with air bags.
Page 30 There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical “Air problem. See Bag Readiness Light” in the Index for more information.
Page 31 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering.
Page 32 When should an air bag inflate? An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crash. The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed “threshold level.” your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level about 9 to 14 mph (14 to 23 km/h).
Page 33 What will you see after an air bag inflates? After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the inflated. Some components of the steering wheel hub for the driver’s a i r bag, or the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s will be hot for a short time.
Page 34: Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
NOTICE: If you damage the covering for the driver’s or the right front passenger’s air bag, the bag may not properly. You may have to replace the air work bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s air bag.
Page 35: Rear Seat Passengers
Rear Seat Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
Page 36 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 37 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the In a crash, this applies thighs. force 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 38: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide pulls from the neck and head.
Page 39 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges the slots of guide. 1-32 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide of the belt into on top.
Page 40: Center Passenger Position
Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions” earlier in Make sure this section. belt crosses the shoulder. remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides.
Page 41 Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position, lap safety belt, which has no retractor. longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. 1-34 To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug.
Page 42: Children
Children Everyone in vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. Neither and size of the traveler the distance traveled nor the age changes the need, for everyone, fact, the law in every state in the United States and every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while a vehicle.
Page 43 Smaller children and babies should always restrained in a child or infant restraint. The instructions for the restraint will the right type and size for your child. A very young child’s hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not low on the hips, as it stay should.
Page 44 CAUTION: Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn't weigh much crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can't hold it. For example, in a crash CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-lb.
Page 45: Child Restraints
Child Restraints Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have protection provided appropriate restraints. What are the different types of add-on child restraints? Add-on child restraints are available in four basic types. When selecting a child restraint, take into consideration not only the child’s weight and size, but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will...
Page 46 A rear-facing infant restraint (B) positions an infant to face the rear of the vehicle. Rear-facing infant restraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs. (9 kg) and about one year of age. This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant's head, neck and body can have the support they need in a crash.
Page 47 A forward-facing child restraint (C-E) positions a child upright to face forward in the vehicle. These forward-facing restraints are designed help protect children who are from 20 to lbs. kg) 'and about 26 to 40 inches to 18 102 cm) in height, or up to around four years of age.
Page 48 A booster seat (F, G ) is designed for children who are about 40 to 60 lbs. (18 to 27 kg) and about four to eight years of age. It’s designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Booster seats with shields use lap-only belts;...
Page 49: Where To Put The Restraint
When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself booklet, or both.
Page 50: Top Strap
If your child restraint has a top strap, anchored. If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your Pontiac dealer to put it in for you. want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer can tell you how to do it.
Page 51 Pick up the latch plate, and portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show how. Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint.
Page 52: Securing A Child Restraint In The Center Rear Seat Position
To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 5 .
Page 53 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling along the belt. Put the restraint on the seat. Run the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 1-46 Buckle the belt.
Page 54: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt. It will be ready to work for child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger...
Page 55 Tilt the latch plate adjust the belt if needed. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint. 1-48 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly you ever had to.
Page 56: Larger Children
To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
Page 57 Accident statistics show that children are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. up can Children who aren’t buckled a crash. Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are. 1-50 safer if they CAUTION: be thrown out in...
Page 58 Never do this. Here a child sitting in a seat lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. I f the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would’then be applied right child’s abdomen.
Page 59: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should But if a safety belt isn’t long enough dealer will order you extender. It’s in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, extender will be long enough for you. The extender will be just for you, and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose.
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Page 62: Section 2 Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and what to do if you have a problem. working properly Keys Door Locks...
Page 63: Keys
Keys CAUTION: Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured even killed. They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’ leave the keys in a vehicle with young children.
Page 64 If you lose your keys, you’ll be able tags to have new ones made easily using these tags. If you need a new key, go to your Pontiac dealer for the correct key code. In an emergency, call the Poatiac Roadside Assistance Program at 1-800-ROADSIDE or 1-800-762-3743 (in Canada, call 1-800-268-6800).
Page 65: Door Locks
Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. This may not be so obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash...
Page 66: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks With power door locks, you can lock or unlock all the doors of your vehicle from four-door slide the lock lever on each rear models, door to lock or unlock that door. Automatic Door Locks Just close your doors and turn on the ignition.
Page 67: Rear Door Security Lock
Rear Door Security Lock Your vehicle 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. 2.
Page 68: Keyless Entry System 2-3
Keyless Entry System If your vehicle has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle. addition, the system illuminates the interior lamps for set period of time.
Page 69: Operation
This system has a range of about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m). At times you may notice a decrease in normal range. This is for any keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this:...
Page 70: Matching Transmitter(S) To Your Vehicle
Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle Each keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you dealer.
Page 71 To replace the battery in the keyless entry system: 1. Use a small coin or flathead screwdriver to separate bottom half from the top half of the transmitter. 2. Remove the battery and replace it with the new one. Make sure the positive side down.
Page 72: Trunk 2-3
Trunk To unlock the trunk from the outside, turn the trunk lock cylinder. CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO.
Page 73: Trunk Security Override
Trunk Security Override The remote equipped with feature to help prevent unauthorized entry into the trunk when leaving the vehicle unattended. The switch is located on the inside of the trunk lid, mounted to the lid latch. To turn the override feature on, slide the switch all the way to the right.
Page 74: Parking Lots
If the THEFT SYS light comes on while the engine running, may need service. See your dealer for service. In an emergency, call the Pontiac Roadside Assistance Center at 1 -800-ROADSIDE or 1-800-762-3743. (In Canada, call 1-800-268-6800). fuel...
Page 75: New Vehicle "Break-In
New Vehicle “Break-In” NOTICE: Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long if you follow these guidelines: Don’t drive at any one speed slow for the first 500 miles (805 Don’t make full-throttle starts. making hard stops for the Avoid miles (322 km) or so.
Page 76 LOCK Before you put the key into the ignition (B): switch, the switch is in LOCK. It’s also the only position in which you can remove the key. This locks your steering wheel, ignition and transaxle (on automatic models). OFF (C): This position unlocks the steering wheel and ignition, but does not send electrical power to accessories.
Page 77: Starting Your Engine
Your engine won’t start in any other position safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, NEUTRAL NOTICE: Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your Pontiac is moving. transaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped.
Page 78 Starting Your Liter Engine 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine warms up. NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than seconds at a time will cause your battery to be...
Page 79 Starting Your 3100 Engine 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine go of the key. The idle speed will engine gets warm. NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at time will cause your battery to be sooner.
Page 80: Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) 3100 Engine In very cold weather, 0" F C) or colder, the engine 2 . 4 L Engine coolant heater can help. You'll get easier starting and better economy during engine warm-up. Usually, fuel the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle.
Page 81: To Use The Engine Coolant Heater
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt CAUTION: Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. kind of extension cord could overheat and a fire.
Page 82: Automatic Transaxle Operation
Automatic Transaxle Operation Your vehicle may be equipped with automatic transaxle. The shift lever is located on the console between the seats. There are seven different positions for the shift lever on the four-speed automatic transaxle. PARK ( P ) : This locks your front wheels.
Page 83 Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK starting the engine. Your vehicle has a Brake-Transaxle BTSI). You Shift Interlock have to regular brakes before you can shift from when the ignition key is in the RUN position. If you (P), cannot shift out of PARK ease pressure on the...
Page 84 (D): AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE 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. Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) accelerator all the way down. The transaxle will automatically shift down to the next gear and provide more power.
Page 85 NOTICE: Don’t drive in SECOND for more than miles km), or at speeds over or you can damage your transaxle. km/h), Use AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (0) or THIRD (3) much as possible. Don’t shift into SECOND (2) unless you are going slower than 65 mph (105 or you can damage km/h)
Page 86: Manual Transaxle Operation
Manual Transaxle Operation 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 If you’ve come to a complete kmh).
Page 87 REVERSE (R): To back up, press down the clutch pedal and shift into REVERSE (R). pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal. NOTICE: Shift REVERSE only after your vehicle is Shifting to REVERSE stopped. vehicle is moving could damage your transaxle. Also, REVERSE (R), along with for parking your vehicle.
Page 88: Parking Brake
Parking Brake To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Pull up on handle. 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 89: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Only) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if PARK the shift lever is not fully in parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 90 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transaxle Only) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire.
Page 91: Shifting Out Of Park(P)
Shifting Out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Models Only) Your vehicle has a Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in the RUN position. See “Automatic Transaxle Operation”...
Page 92: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don't park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that Engine Exhaust Engine exhaust can kill. I t contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can't smell.
Page 93: Running Your Engine While You're Parked
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. CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into Caution under your vehicle (see the earlier “Engine Exhaust”).
Page 94: Windows
Windows On a vehicle with manual windows, use the window crank located on the inside of each door to open and close each window. Power Windows (If Equipped) The power window switches are located on the door armrests; the driver’s door armrest windows, These switches will only work when the ignition is on.
Page 95: Tilt Wheel (If Equipped)
Tilt Wheel (If Equipped) A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. the wheel, hold the steering To tilt lever.
Page 96 If the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse (see “Fuses Breakers’’ in the Index). If the arrows still do not flash, have your Pontiac Dealer service department check bulb in the instrument panel. up or down.
Page 97: Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by moving the stalk with the wiper symbol on it up or down. For a single wiper cycle, push the stalk down to MIST, then release it. For more cycles, hold the stalk down longer.
Page 98: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer To wash your windshield, pull the stalk with the windshield washer symbol toward you until the washers in Om, lever is pulled with the wipers continue to work until you return the lever to OFF. vehicle is equipped with the controlled cycle wipers, the wipers off after you release the lever will automatically shut...
Page 99: Cruise Control (If Equipped)
Cruise Control (If Equipped) With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 k m / h ) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about (40 km/h).
Page 100 Setting Cruise Control CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might and go into cruise when you don’t want to. could be startled and even lose control. cruise control switch off until you want to use it. 1.
Page 101 Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about (40 km/h) you can move the cruise control switch from (Resume/Accelerate) for about half a second.
Page 102 Reducing 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 lower speed you want, then release it. reach the To slow down in very small amounts, push the button for less than half a second.
Page 103: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps Headlamps Rotate the turn signal lever middle ring up one position turn Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights 2-42 Rotate the signal lever middle ring up two positions t u r n to turn on: Headlamps Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps...
Page 104: Daytime Running Lamps
Daytime Running Lamps (Dm) Daytime Running Lamps can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset.
Page 105: Fog Lamps
Fog Lamps The button for your fog lamps is beside the instrument panel intensity control. Push the top of the button to turn the fog lamps on. An indicator light on the button will glow when the fog lamps are on. Push the bottom of the button to turn the fog lamp off.
Page 106: Illuminated Entry System
Illuminated Entry System When you lift the outside handle of either front door or open a rear door, the lamps inside your vehicle will on. These lamps will fade out after about 40 seconds, or when the ignition is turned on after all doors have been closed.
Page 107: Trunk Lamp
Rear Reading Lamps (If Equipped) These overhead and the interior courtesy lamps lamps will come on when you open the doors. To turn on a reading lamp when the doors are closed, press the button. Press again to turn off the lamp. 2-46 Trunk Lamp This lamp comes on when you open your trunk.
Page 108: Mirrors
Mirrors Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the seat. d r i v e r ’ s CAUTION: A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are.
Page 109: Storage Compartments
Power Remote Control Mirror (If Equipped) This selector knob controls both outside rearview mirrors. Select the mirror you want to adjust to the left or right. Adjust each mirror so that you can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position.
Page 110 Sunglasses Storage Place your sunglasses in the open area located above you in the overhead console, or front compartment in the center console. Console Cupholder Center The console provides space for holding cups or soft drinks. Rear Seat Cupholder There cupholders on the underside of the front rear storage armrest lid for the...
Page 111: Sun Visors
NOTICE: Don’t put papers and other things that your ashtrays. you do, cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire, causing damage. Sun Visors block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You swing them side. also to the Your vehicle may also have plastic extension which...
Page 112: Garment Hook
Garment Hook I f your vehicle has the optional rear reading lamps, push down on the tab marked with a coat hanger symbol to fold down the garment hook. Sunroof (If Equipped) Open the sunshade by hand when vent position. Press and release the rear of the switch and the sunroof will open to the vent position.
Page 113: The Instrument Panel --Your
The Instrument Panel Your Information Svstem...
Page 114 Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically. The main components of your instrument panel are: A.
Page 115: Instrument Panel Cluster
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Page 116: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour odometer shows how your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). Your vehicle also has tamper-resistant odometer.
Page 117: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators
Tachometer 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, and Indicators Gages This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle.
Page 118: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, 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...
Page 119: Brake System Warning Light
Charging System Indicator Light The charging system indicator light will come on briefly when you ignition, but the engine is not running. The light will go out when the engine is started. it stays on when your engine is running, or comes while you are driving, you may have a problem with the electrical charging could indicate...
Page 120: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
If the light comes on while you are driving, pull road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light vehicle towed for service.
Page 121 Enhanced Traction System Warning Light (If Equipped) With the Enhanced Traction System (ETS), this warning light should come on briefly as you start the engine. If the warning light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. If the warning light stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, there may be a problem with your Enhanced Traction System and your vehicle may need service.
Page 122: Enhanced Traction System Active Light
Enhanced Traction System Active Light When your Enhanced Traction System is limiting wheel spin, this light will come on. .TRAC Slippery road conditions may exist if the Enhanced Traction System active light comes on, so adjust your driving accordingly. The light will stay on for a few seconds after the Enhanced Traction System stops limiting wheel spin.
Page 123: Low Coolant Warning Light
Low Coolant Warning Light If this light comes on and stays on, the vehicle should be promptly pulled off the road and the coolant level checked. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index. If there are visible signs of steam see “Engine Overheating’’...
Page 124 NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not covered by your warranty.
Page 125 If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed.
Page 126: Oil Pressure Warning Light
Oil Pressure Warning Light If you have a problem with your engine’s oil pressure, this light may stay on after you start your engine, or come on and stay on when you are driving. This indicates that oil is not going through your engine quickly enough to keep it lubricated.
Page 127 Check Oil Light (If Equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with the 3 100 engine, this CHECK light should come on briefly while you are starting your engine. If the light does not come on, have it repaired. the light comes on and stays on after starting your vehicle, the oil level should be checked.
Page 128 Fuel Gage Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left, when the ignition is on. When the indicator nears EMPTY (E), you still have a little fuel left, but you should get more soon. An amber light will come on below the gage when the fuel tank is near EMPTY (E).
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Page 132: 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 and audio systems offered with your vehicle. sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls Climate Control System with Air Conditioning Conditioning Heating...
Page 133: Comfort Controls
Comfort Controls With this system, you can control the ventilation and heating in your vehicle. Your vehicle also has the flow-through ventilation system described later in this section. Climate Control System Conditioning Fan Knob The left control knob sets the fan speed. To select the force air you want, turn the knob.
Page 134: Air Conditioning
VENT: Use when outside temperatures are mild, and little heating or cooling is needed. Airflow is through the instrument panel outlets. Set the center control knob to the temperature desired. ‘fl HEATER: This setting brings heated air through the heater ducts, and some through the windshield defroster vents.
Page 135: Defrosting And Defogging
Heating Turning the right control knob to HEATER and the knob to the right sends some heated air center CUR^^ through the heater ducts toward your feet, and some through the defroster vents. VENT and HEATER are economical positions because the air conditioner compressor doesn’t run in these settings.
Page 136: Rear Window Defogger (If Equipped)
Rear Window Defogger (If Equipped) The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. Press the defogger switch. The indicator light will glow. If‘ your vehicle is traveling under rear window defogger turn off automatically after will about 10 minutes of use.
Page 137: Ventilation System
Ventilation System Use when outside temperatures are mild, and little Turn heating or cooling is needed. VENT. Airflow is directed through the instrument panel outlets. Set the center knob to the temperature desired. Your vehicle’s flow-through ventilation system supplies outside a i r into the vehicle when it is moving.
Page 138: Audio Systems
Audio Systems Your Delco Electronics audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the most enjoyment out yourself with it first. Find out what your Delco Electronics system can do and how to operate controls, to be sure you’re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it.
Page 139 Finding Station AM-FM: Press this button to switch between FM. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Turn the lower knob to choose radio stations. SEEK: arrow Press the up or down higher lower station and stay there. PUSHBUTTONS: The four numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations.
Page 140: Am-Fm Stereo With Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped)
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped) Playing the Radio POWER-VOL: Push this knob to turn the system on and o f f . To increase volume, turn the knob to the right. Turn it to the left to decrease volume. RECALL: Display the time with the ignition off by pressing this button.
Page 141 Adjusting the Speakers BAL: so it Press this knob lightly knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. FADE: Press knob lightly this this knob to move the sound to the front or speakers.
Page 142 NEXT (2): Press this button or the SEEK up arrow to search for the next selection on the tape. button, the player will continue moving forward through the tape. Your tape must have at least three seconds silence between each selection for NEXT or SEEK work.
Page 143: Am-Fm Stereo With Cassette Tape Player And Equalizer (If Equipped)
CD Adapter Kits to use a CD It is possible adapter kit with tape player after activating the bypass feature tape player. To activate the bypass feature, use the following steps: 1. Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY, T u r n the radio off.
Page 144 Finding a Station AM-FM: Press this button to switch between and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. choose radio stations. Push the knob back into its stored position when you’re not using it. SEEK: Press the up or down arrow to higher or lower station and stay there.
Page 145 If E and a number appear on the radio display, the tape won't play because of an error. ElO: The tape is tight and the player can't turn the Hold the tape tape hubs. Remove the tape. open end down and try to turn the right hub to the left with a pencil.
Page 146 FWD (6): Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape. Press the button again to return radio will to playing speed. The play the last-selected station while the tape advances. You may select stations during operation by using SEEK or TUNE. AM-FM: Press this button to play the radio when a tape is in the player.
Page 147: Am-Fm Stereo With Compact Disc Player And Equalizer (If Equipped)
AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Equalizer (If Equipped) Playing the Radio POWER-VOL: Push this knob to and off. To increase volume, turn the knob to the right. Turn it to the left to decrease volume. RECALL: Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or to display the clock.
Page 148 Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press this knob lightly it extends. Turn it to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. FADE: Press this knob lightly it extends. Turn it to move the sound the front or rear speakers.
Page 149: Remote Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped)
FWD (6): Press and hold this button to quickly advance within a track. You will hear sound at a reduced volume. The display will show elapsed time. RECALL: Press this button to see what track is currently playing. Press RECALL five seconds to see how long the track new track starts to play, the track playing.
Page 150 PREV (1): Press PREV or the SEEK down arrow to search for the previous selection. A minimum three-second blank gap is needed for the player to stop at the beginning of the selection. The tape direction arrow will blink during the SEEK operation and the m u d will mute in this mode.
Page 151: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Theft-Deterrent Feature THEFlLOCK@ is designed to discourage theft of your radio, It works by using a secret code to disable functions whenever battery power is removed. The THEFIZOCK feature for ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally is not radio protected by the feature.
Page 152 Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause 15 seconds between steps: 1. LOC appears when the ignition is on. 2. Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display. 3. Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree with your code.
Page 153: Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)
To unlock secured radio, see “Unlocking the Power Loss” earlier Theft-Deterrent Feature After this section. Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) If your vehicle has feature, you can control certain this radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel. 3-22 SEEK: Press the up arrow to tune to the next radio...
Page 154: Understanding Radio Reception
Understanding Radio Reception The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it.
Page 155: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player.
Page 156: Care Of Your Compact Disc Player
Care of Your Compact Discs carefully. Handle discs Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge.
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Page 158: Section 4 Your Driving And The Road
Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds included many other useful tips on driving. Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking 4- 10 Steering 4-13 Off-Road Recovery 4-13 Passing 4- 14 Loss of Control 4-16...
Page 159: Defensive Driving 4-2
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, means “always expect the unexpected.”...
Page 160: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number the highway death toll, claiming thousands every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision Attentiveness.
Page 161 It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double or 90 m l of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who before or during drinking consumes food just somewhat lower BAC level.
Page 162 The body takes about an hour to rid itself 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 emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when 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 163: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where it ro go. They the brakes, the steering and WaTlf 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 164: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster lot of heavy braking.
Page 165 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. The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to tire and make the most available...
Page 166: Enhanced Traction System
Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
Page 167: Braking In Emergencies
To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you should always leave the Enhanced Traction System on. But you can turn the system off if you ever need to. (You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow. See “Rocking Your Vehicle”...
Page 168: Steering Tips
Steering Tips Driving on Curves It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here’s why: Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path...
Page 169: Steering In Emergencies
Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a find a truck stopped your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out parked cars and stops right in front of you. You can avoid these problems by braking time.
Page 170: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery You may find 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 171: Loss Of Control
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 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 172 Skidding In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not “overdriving” conditions. But skids are always possible. those The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle’s three control systems.
Page 173: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired alcohol or with night vision problems, or by drugs, 4-16 Here some tips Drive defensively. Don't Adjust glare from headlamps behind you. Since down and keep more space between vehicles.
Page 174: Night Vision
Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as we get older these differences increase. A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20-year-old. What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision.
Page 175: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4-18 Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread even less traction.
Page 176 . . . Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can't, try to slow down before you hit them. Wet brakes can cause accidents.
Page 177: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, little or no contact with the road. Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often.
Page 178: City Driving
City Driving the biggest problems with city streets is One o f amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to signals. traffic Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.
Page 179: Freeway Driving
Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, slightly slower expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. When you want The most important advice freeway driving up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving.
Page 180: 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 181: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? plain falling asleep at the wheel? Oris i t @ awareness, or highway hypnosis, lack of easy stretch of road with the There is something about same scenery, along with the hum of the tires the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 182 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 levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle.
Page 183: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. 4-26 Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles.
Page 184: 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 185: If You're Caught In A Blizzard
Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on pavement. See “Anti-Lock” in the Index. Allow greater following distance on any slippery road.
Page 186 Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm.
Page 187: Recreational Vehicle Towing
Run your engine only long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get battery charged.
Page 188 NOTICE: Do not tow your vehicle with the front wheels in contact with the ground, or the automatic transaxle could be damaged. Set the parking brake. Open the fuse panel on the driver’s side of the instrument panel. Remove the fuse labeled PRNDL.
Page 189 fuse panel on the Open driver’s instrument panel. Remove the fuse labeled P W L . This will keep battery your while towing. Turn the ignition key to OFF to unlock the steering wheel. Shift your manual transaxle to Release parking brake.
Page 190: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP. WT. FRT. CTR. RR. TOTAL LBS. MAX. LOADING & GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT TIRE SIZE SPEED FRT. SPA. IF TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PS1/28KPa SEE OWNER‘S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight may properly carry.
Page 191 And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread more than 132 lbs. (60 it out. Don’t carry your trunk. CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR.
Page 192: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured.
Page 193: Weight Of The Trailer
If You Do Decide T o P u l l A nailer If you do, here are some important points: There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving.
Page 194: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Pontiac Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac, Michigan 48340-2952 In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 1908 Colonel...
Page 195: Total Weight On Your Vehicle's Tires
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold You’ll find these numbers on the tires. Certification label at the rear edge of the driver’s door or see “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index. Then be sure you don’t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, including the weight of the trailer tongue.
Page 196: Driving With A Trailer
Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer.
Page 197: Making Turns
When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a different with your Pontiac dealer. The green arrows on your ~ ~ _ _ _ _ _ _ instrument panel will flash whenever you signal or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about...
Page 198: Driving On Grades
Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift a lower down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift down, you might have to use your brakes they would get hot and no longer work well. On a long uphill grade, use the highest gear possible. If you cannot maintain posted speeds, driving at lower speed may help avoid overheating your engine and transaxle.
Page 199: 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. Let up on the brake pedal. 3.
Page 200: Section 5 Problems On The Road
Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur H a z a r d Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle 5-14 Engine Overheating on the road. 5-23 If a Tire Goes Flat 5-23...
Page 201: Hazard Warning Flashers
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 Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn't To turn off the flashers, move the switch to the left.
Page 202: Jump Starting
Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables vehicle. But please follow the steps below to do it safely. Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you. They contain gas that can explode or ignite.
Page 203 Check the other vehicle. It must have battery with a negative ground system. NOTICE: If the other system isn’t 12-volt system with negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. Get the vehicles close enough can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching other.
Page 204 4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find the positive and negative each battery. CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light.
Page 205 6. Connect the red positive cable to the positive the vehicle with the dead battery. terminal of Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one. Don't let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery.
Page 206 Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative cable doesn to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery. 9.
Page 207: Towing Your Vehicle
Towing Your Vehicle T r y to have a Pontiac dealer or a professional towing tow your vehicle. They can provide the right service equipment know-how to tow your vehicle without damage. See “Roadside Assistance” in If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it...
Page 208 To help avoid injury to you or others: Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed. Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured. Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted the tow truck.
Page 209: Front Towing
Front Towing Before hooking up tow truck, be to a the information in “Towing Your Vehicle” earlier this section. 5-10 NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or fascidfog light damage or carcarrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for carcarrier equipment. NOTICE: Towing damage a vehicle.
Page 210: Rear Towing
Attach T-hook chains into the slots in the bottom of the floor pan, just behind the front wheels on both sides. Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control I \ \ Rear Towing Limits arm.
Page 211 Attach T-hook chains on both sides in the slotted holes in ahead NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or rear bumper valance will be damaged. Use wheel-lift or carcarrier equipment (additional ramping may be car-carrier equipment). Use required for safety chains and wheel straps.
Page 212 NOTICE: Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle. Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel-lift equipment. To help avoid damage, install a towing dolly and raise the vehicle until adequa .te clearance is obtained between the ground and/or wheel-lift equipment.
Page 213: Engine Overheating
Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage and a low cooIant warning light on your vehicle’s instrument panel. See “Engine Coolant Temperature Gage” “Low Coolant Warning Light” the Index. Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5-14 CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood.
Page 214: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: Climb a long hill on a hot day. Stop after high-speed driving.
Page 215: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you ’11 see: 2 . 4 L Engine 5-16 3100 Engine Tank A. Coolant Surge with Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Cooling Fan...
Page 216 CAUTION: An electric engine cooling under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down.
Page 217: How To Add Coolant To The Coolant Surge Tank
CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engine if there is a leak. engine, it could lose all coolant. That could fire, cause an engine and you could...
Page 218 CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, your engine could get too hot but you wouldn’t get the overheat warning.
Page 219 NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. So use the recommended coolant. CAUTION: can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it burn the engine parts are hot will...
Page 220 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly, 3. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper remove it. mixture, up to FULL COLD, or just above the small cylinder at the base of the opening. 5-21...
Page 221 With the coolant surge pressure cap off, start the tank engine and let it run until you can radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches FULL COLD, or just above the small cylinder...
Page 222: 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. warning flashers. But if you should ever have a “blowout,”...
Page 223: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
.._. _ - _ - . _ ..._.. ._.___... _..._..._.. .-... - _ . _ . _ .._ _ . The following steps will tell you how charwe a tire. 5-24 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Lift and remove the cover.
Page 224 Turn the wing nut to the left and remove it. Then lift off the spacer and remove the spare tire. Remove the jack and wheel wrench from the vehicle’s jack and wheel wrench are stored in tray. Remove the band around the jack. trunk.
Page 225 Removing the Flat Tire Spare Tire 1. Remove wheel nut caps (you may need to use the wheel wrench to loosen and remove them, if your fingers do not fit into this small area). Then wheel wrench to loosen nuts. Don't remove them yet. 5-26 Installing the 3.
Page 226 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it dangerous. the vehicle slips could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall.
Page 227 6. Remove the wheel cover from the wheel, if your flat tire has one. Then take off the flat tire. 5-28 7. Remove any rust or from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces spare wheel. / 1 1 CAUTl -1: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after time.
Page 228 Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 8. Replace the wheel nuts rounded with the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub.
Page 229 10. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence, as shown. CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident< Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts.
Page 230: Storing The Flat Tire And Tools
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools CAUTION: S t o r i n g a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.
Page 231 Storing the Snare Tire and Tools tire or other equipment in the Storing a jack, a passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause iqjury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store in the proper place. The compact spare is for temporary use only.
Page 232: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be (420 P a ) . 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 233: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow What you don’t want to do when your to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution. If you let your tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you or others could be injured.
Page 234: Section 6 Service And Appearance Care
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care. Service Fuel Fuels in Foreign Countries...
Page 235: Doing Your Own Service Work
Doing Your Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to use the proper Pontiac Service Manual. you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see “Service and Owner Publications”...
Page 236: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
CAUTION: You can be injured and your vehicle could be to do service work on a damaged if you vehicle without knowing enough about it. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task.
Page 237 If this occurs, return to your authorized Pontiac dealer for diagnosis determine the cause of failure. In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of...
Page 238: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Fuels in Foreign Countries you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
Page 239 To open the fuel door, pull the fuel access handle on the floor by the driver’s seat. The cap is behind a hinged door on the passenger’s side of your vehicle. The remote fuel filler door release can help keep your fuel tank from being siphoned.
Page 240 ’ CAUTION: you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely hot weather.
Page 241: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. You be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to you and others: Dispense gasoline into approved only...
Page 242: Hood Release
Hood Release The following sections tell you how to check fluids. lubricants and important parts underhood. To open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle. Then go the front of the vehicle and lift the secondary hood release handle upward.
Page 243 6-10 Lift the hood, release the hood prop rod from its retainer and put the hood prop rod 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 rod.
Page 244 2.4L (CODE T) Engine When you open the hood, you'll see: A. Engine Coolant Surge Tank B. Engine Oil Fill Cap C . Engine Oil Dipstick D. Automatic Transaxle Dipstick (If Equipped) E. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir F. Brake Fluid Reservoir G.
Page 245 3100 (CODE M) Engine When you open the hood, you’ll see: A. Engine Coolant Surge Tank Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C. Engine Oil Fill Cap D. Engine Oil Dipstick Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick Brake Fluid Reservoir Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir H.
Page 246: Engine Oil
Engine Oil If your vehicle is equipped with the 3 100 engine, CHECK there is a CHECK OIL light in your instrument panel cluster. If the CHECK OIL light on the instrument panel comes on, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away.
Page 247: Checking Engine Oil
3100 Engine The engine oil dipstick handle is yellow. The dipstick on engine located at the rear 2.4L dipstick on the 3 100 engine is located on the front of the engine, behind the fan. Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan.
Page 248 When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind crankcase capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index.
Page 249: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
3100 Engine The 3100 engine oil fill cap is on the front of the engine, behind radiator. Be sure to fill enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the back in when you’re through. 6-16 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by...
Page 250 FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD Y ’ 7 6 , SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EL. TEMPERATURE RANGE. ----J LOOK FOR T H I S WEATHER SYMBOL ’ T C ) low-31 sw-30 S A E PREFERRED COLD WEATHER...
Page 251: Engine Oil Additives
Engine Oil Additives Don’t add anything to your oil. Your dealer advise if you think something should be added. When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you, use the short triplcity maintenance schedule: Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing.
Page 252: Air Cleaner
Air Cleaner The a i r cleaner is located on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. To check or replace the air filter: 1. Remove the screws that hold the cover on. 2. Lift off the cover. a i r cleaner filter and replace the 3.
Page 253: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. 6-20 How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose have this done at your Pontiac dealership Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the miles instructions here, the dipstick.
Page 254 Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving: When outside temperatures are above 90°F (32°C). At high speed for quite a while. In heavy traffic especially in hot weather. While pulling a trailer. 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).
Page 255: How To Add Fluid
3. Check both sides of dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be cross-hatched area. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way. Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use.
Page 256: Manual Transaxle Fluid
How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at your Pontiac dealership Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading manual transaxle.
Page 257: Hydraulic Clutch
Check both sides the dipstick and read the lower level. The fluid level must be between the ADD and FULL marks. (Note: Fluid may appear at the bottom the dipstick even when the fluid level pints low.) If the fluid level is where it should be, push the dipstick back in all the way and flip the handle down.
Page 258: When To Check And What To Use
When to Check and What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your clutch master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid. See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”...
Page 259 NOTICE: When adding coolant, it is important that you use only DEX-COOL@ (silicate-free) coolant. coolant other than DEX-COOL is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine coolant will require change sooner 30,000 miles 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first.
Page 260: Checking Coolant
NOTICE: If you use an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.
Page 261 Wrning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. Never turn the surge tank pressure cap little when the engine and radiator are hot. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at FULL COLD mark, or a little higher.
Page 262: Surge Tank Pressure Cap
Surge Tank Pressure Cap NOTICE: cap is Your pressure an 15 (105 pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. When you replace your surge tank pressure cap, a GM cap is recommended. Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system.
Page 263: Windshield Washer Fluid
How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool, wipe the cap and reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and top o f wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick.
Page 264: Brake Fluid
NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid.
Page 265 ‘system since leak m e a n s that sooner or later your fixed, brakes won’t work well, or won’t work at So, it isn’t a idea “top off’ your brake fluid. good Adding brake fluid won’t correct a leak. If you add fluid when your linings are worn, then you’ll have too fluid when you get new brake linings.
Page 266 What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid such as Delco Supreme 11 No. 12377967). Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it.
Page 267: Brake Wear
Brake Wear Your vehicle has front disc brakes and Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard the time your vehicle is moving (except when pushing on the brake pedal firmly).
Page 268: Brake Pedal Travel
Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble. Brake Adjustment Every time you make a moderate brake stop, your disc brakes adjust for wear.
Page 269: Bulb Replacement
Battery Every new Pontiac has a Delco Freedom@ battery. have to never 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 270: Headlamp Bulb Replacement
Headlamp Bulb Replacement When replacing the headlamp bulb, glass portion of the new halogen bulb. The oil from your fingers will shorten the life of your new halogen bulb. For the type of bulb, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. On the driver’s side only, unscrew the butterfly fastener.
Page 271 4. Lift the headlamp assembly out of the mounting bracket. 5. Twist the bulb assembly to the left one-sixth of a and pull out the bulb assembly. turn 6-38 6. Unclip the bulb assembly from the wiring harness. 7. Reverse Steps 1 through 5 replace the bulb assembly and headlamp housing.
Page 272: Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp
Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp 1. Use a flat screwdriver to gently release the tabs on the trim cover. 2. Using a flat screwdriver, remove the screws holding the bulb assembly. 3. Use a flat screwdriver to release the tabs holding socket in place.
Page 273 Turn Signal, Back-up and Stop/Taillarnp Bulb Replacement For the type bulb, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. 1. Pull back the trunk trim. Remove four wing bolts which fasten taillamp lens to the vehicle. 6-40 3. Carefully remove the taillamp lens from the body and avoid scratching To remove a socket, push in the lock tab and turn the socket to the left to pull it...
Page 274: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Reverse Steps through reassemble 5 to the taillamp. Dome Lamp Bulb Replacement To change your dome lamp bulb, grasp the center front and center rear portion of the housing and squeeze firmly but gently. The housing should pop off. doesn’t work, you may need If this flat-head screwdriver under the side of the housing to help pry it off.
Page 275 Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, your Pontiac Warranty booklet for details. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous.
Page 276: Tire Inspection And Rotation
NOTICE: Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right. It’s not. don’t have enough air (underinflation), you can get the following: T o o much flexing T o o much heat Tire overloading Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy.
Page 277 rotating tires, always use the When your pattern shown here. Don’t include the compact spare tire tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire-Loading Information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened.
Page 278: Buying New Tires
It’s When Time 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 less of tread remaining. following You need a new if any of the tire are true:...
Page 279: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
CAUTION: Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle.
Page 280 Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 ) times as well on the government course as graded 100.
Page 281: Wheel Replacement
This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your Pontiac model. CAUTION: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous.
Page 282: Tire Chains
NOTICE: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance the body and chassis. See “Changing a Flat Tire” in the Index for more information.
Page 283: Appearance Care
NOTICE: (Continued) If you do find traction devices that will fit, install them on the front tires. If you have other tires, use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains that are the proper size for your tires.
Page 284: Cleaning The Inside Of Your Vehicle
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean, damp cloth. Your dealer has two cleaners, Multi-Purpose Interior Cleaner and Capture Non-Solvent Dry Spot and Soil Remover.
Page 285: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), egg, h i t , fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, blood can be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water. 2.
Page 286: Care Of Safety Belts
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films and even make it difficult to see through the windshield interior glass.
Page 287: Cleaning The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Grime &om the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance. Clean the blade vigorously with in full-strength cloth soaked windshield washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water. Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary; replace blades that look worn.
Page 288: Finish Care
Finish Care Occasional waxing mild polishing of your vehicle 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 vehicle has a “basecoatlclearcoat” paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to basecoat.
Page 289: Cleaning Tires
Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Pontiac will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within with touch-up 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 whichever occurs first.
Page 290: Appearance Care Materials Chart
Appearance Care Materials Chart PART NUMBER SIZE 23 in. x 25 in. 994954 16 oz. (0.473 L) 1050172 1050173 16 oz. (0.473 1050174 16 oz. (0.473 L) 1050214 32 oz. (0.946 1050427 23 oz. (0.680 L) 16 oz. (0.473 L) 1052870 8 oz.
Page 291: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) =I II 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 111111 111 11111111 111111111111 111111111 I I m SAMPLE4UXWM072675 ENGINE A CODE MODEL YEAR This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side.
Page 292: Electrical System
Electrical System Add-on Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working they should.
Page 293: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers short circuits and fusible links. This greatly reduces the chance damage caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. band is broken or melted, replace the fuse.
Page 294 Fuse Usage PWR WDO Power Window (Circuit Breaker) Turn Signal Lamps TURN Fuse Usage Alarm Module (Illuminated Entry, INT LPS Warning Chimes, Overhead Lamps, MapReading Lamps, Glove Box Lamp, Trunk Lamp, Radio, Power Mirrors), Anti-Lock Brakes, Variable Effort Steering PWR ST Power Seat RDO IGN Radio...
Page 295 Fuse Usage WIPER Windshield Wipersmashers Heated Oxygen Sensors DR UNLK Automatic Door Unlock ALARM Automatic Transaxle, Automatic Door Unlock, Alarm Module (Illuminated Entry, Warning Chimes), Traction Telltale, Rear Window Defogger, Remote Keyless Entry FOG/FTP Fog Lamps PRNDL Instrument Cluster, Powertrain Computer, Park-Lock Solenoid, Electronic PRNDL DR LK 2...
Page 296 Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver’s side of the engine compartment, near the battery. Usage Fuse FA?, Fuel Pump, Fuel Injectors INJR Back-up Lamps, Canister Purge ERLS Valve, EGR, Automatic Transmission, Brake Transmission Shift Interlock, Anti-Lock Brakes, Variable Effort Steering, Air Conditioning Compressor, Park...
Page 297: Replacement Bulbs
Usage Fuse HVAC BLO Heater/Air Conditioner-High Blower, Generator-Voltage Sense Powertrain Computer PCM BATT CLG FAN Engine Cooling Lighting Circuits HDLP STOP LPS Power Accessories, PWR ACC Stop Lamp Circuits, DEFG Rear Window Defogger Anti-Lock Brakes, Variable E f f o r t Steering IGN SW Ignition Switch Circuits...
Page 298: Capacities And Specifications
Capacities and Specifications Engine Crankcase ....2.4L Engine 3 100 Engine Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement ..After Complete Overhaul When draining or replacing torque converter, more fluid may be needed.
Page 299: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Cfeaner Element 2.4L OO...----- Engine Oil Filter 2.4L 3100 Spark Plugs 2.4L AC n p e 041-942 (Platinum Plug) Gap: 0.050 3 100 AC Type 04 1-940 (Platinum Plug) Gap: 0.060 inch (1.52 Windshield Wiper Blades (Pin Type) Length 6-66...
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Page 302: Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services dependability emission control performance. Introduction 7-4 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Short TripKity Definition Short TripKity Intervals Long Tripmighway Definition 7-6 Long TripMighway Intervals Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 7-2 1 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule...
Page 303 See your your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet, Pontiac dealer for details. Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment.
Page 304: How This Section Is Organized
How This Section is Organized of this The remainder section is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows what to have done and how often. Some services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 305: Using Your Maintenance Schedule
So please read this section and note how you drive. If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your Pontiac dealer. This part tells you the maintenance services you should should schedule them. If you...
Page 306: Short Tripkity Intervals
Maintenance Schedule TripKity Short Definition Follow the Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traffk).
Page 307: Long Tripmighway Definition
Maintenance Schedule Long Tripmighway Definition Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the conditions from the Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule is true. Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area off paved roads.
Page 308: Short Tripkity Maintenance Schedule
Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles k m ) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 at the same intervals. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 should be performed at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 See “Owner Checks and Services”...
Page 309 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 3,000 Miles 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs fist). (See footnote Rotate tires.
Page 310 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote ++.) (Also see footnote 15,000 Miles 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 311 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 24,000 Miles (40 000 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every (See footnote Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 312: Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule
Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 313 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Miles (70 000 km) 42,000 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs fist). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs f i t ) . (See footnote Rotate tires.
Page 314 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches (32°C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain.
Page 315 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) (Continued) Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs fist).
Page 316 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote ++.) (Also see footnote 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every An Emission Control Service. 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 317 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every An Emission Control Sewice. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 318 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 81,000 Miles (135 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 319 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 90,000 Miles (I50 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote 0 Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service.
Page 320 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote ++.) (Also see footnote 99,000 Miles 000 km) (165 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 321 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) (Continued) Uses such as found in police or delivery service. taxi, If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid and filter not require changing. Manual fluid transaxle doesn’t require change.
Page 322: Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule
Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 OOO (1 66 000 at the same intervals. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 should be performed at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 See “Owner Checks and Services”...
Page 323 7 , 5 0 0 Miles (12 500 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 324 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 325 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 326 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule - When doing frequent trailer towing. Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid and filter do not require changing. Manual transaxle fluid doesn’t require change. 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 327 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote ++.) (Also see footnote CI Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. Replace cleaner filter.
Page 328 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 329 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 330: Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule
Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain. When doing frequent trailer towing.
Page 331: 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 vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in P a r t...
Page 332: At Least Twice A Year
At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are properly. Look for any other loose or damaged wwking safety belt system parts. If you see anythng that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Page 333 Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2.
Page 334 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. With an automatic transaxle, the key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). With a manual transaxle, the key should only when the shift lever is in REVERSE (R).
Page 335 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 336: Brake System Inspection
Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc.
Page 337 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine Oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see...
Page 338 USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Manual Chassis Lubricant (GM Shift 12377985 or equivalent) or Transaxle lubricant meeting requirements of Linkage NLGI 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Clutch Linkage Engine Oil. Pivot Points GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent Windshield Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 105 15 15) or equivalent.
Page 339: Maintenance Record
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the dometer reading and who performed the service date, the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. additional information from “Owner Checks and ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY READING 7-38 Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages.
Page 340 Maintenance Record 7-39...
Page 341 Maintenance Record SERVICED READING DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-40...
Page 342 Maintenance Record 7-41...
Page 343 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICED READING 7-42...
Page 344: 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. Pontiac Cares What Makes Up Pontiac Cares?
Page 345: Pontiac Cares
Pontiac Cares PONTIAC With PONTIAC CARES, you are never more than a phone call away from having your concern taken care of. PONTIAC CARES philosophy designed to make you realize that Pontiac recognizes you as a valuable customer, appreciates your purchase...
Page 346: What Makes Up Pontiac Cares
All of these elements combine to make your driving experience an enjoyable one, and are discussed greater detail further in your owner’s manual. Pontiac is focusing on the changing needs of our customers and is committed to giving you an exceptional level of customer care throughout your ownership experience.
Page 347 Pontiac dealers have the facilities, trained technicians and up-to-date information to promptly address any concerns you may have. However, if a concern has not been resolved your complete satisfaction, take the following steps: STEP ONE Discuss your concern with of dealership management. Normally, concerns can If the matter has be quickly resolved at that level.
Page 348: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone
Pontiac, To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones Pontiac has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TI'Y user can communicate with Pontiac by dialing: 1-800-833-PONT. (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.)
Page 349: Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program
Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program Security While You Travel 1 -800-ROADSILE (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 drive in the city or travel the open road.
Page 350: Canadian Roadside Assistance
Vehicle number license plate Pontiac reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when in Pontiac’s judgement the claims become excessive in type of occurrence. While we hope that you never have the occasion to our service, it is added security while traveling for and your family.
Page 351: Pontiac Courtesy Transportation
10 miles (1 6 If the vehicle requires multiple day km). repairs, you’re entitled to either a Pontiac loaner or reimbursement for a rental car, up to $3O/day, for up to five days. Some state insurance regulations make it impractical to rent vehicles to people under 2 1 years of age.
Page 352: Gm Participation In An Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
Plan (CAMVAP). General Motors reserves the right change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program. Both Pontiac and your Pontiac dealer are committed making sure you are completely satisfied with your vehicle. Our experience has shown that, if...
Page 353: Warranty Information
Some state laws may require you to use this program before filing a claim with a state-run arbitration program or in the courts. For further information, contact the BBB at 1-800-955-5100 or the Pontiac Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-PM-CARES. Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information.
Page 354: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
Please call us at 1-800-PM-CARES or write: Pontiac Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac, MI 48340-2952 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write:...
Page 355 1998 PONTIAC SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation the Service Publication Order Form in this book or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.) CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1998 PONTIAC SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc.
Page 357 NOTES 8-14...
Page 358: Section 9 Index
Section 9 Index Accessory Power outlet Adapter Kit. Adding Equipment to Your Vehicle Adjuster. Seat AirBag How Does it Restrain How it Works Location Readiness Light Servicing What Makes it Inflate What Will You See After it Inflates When Should it Inflate Aircleaner Airconditioning Air Conditioning Refrigerants...
Page 359 Cigarette Lighter 6-37 Circuit Breakers and Fuses 6-40 Cleaner, Air Cleaning AluminumWheels 7-35 Fabric Glass 6-65 Inside of Your Pontiac Instrument Panel 7-30 Leather 3.9.3.12. 3.18 Outside of Your Pontiac 3-24 Special Problems 10. 3. 15 Stains 3.12. 3.15 2.66. 6.13...
Page 360 Tires Vinyl Wheels Windshield and Wiper Blades Climate Control System Climate Control System with Air Conditioning Clock, Setting the Clutch Fluid. Hydraulic Clutch. Hydraulic Comfort Controls Compact Disc Adapter Kit Compact Disc Care Compact Disc Player Compact Spare Tire Control of a Vehicle Convenience Net Convex Outside Mirror Coolant...
Page 361 E a s y Entry Seat Electrical Equipment. Adding Electrical System Engine Coolant Coolant Heater Coolant Level Check Coolant Temperature Gage Exhaust 2-1 1.2.31.2.32.4.29. 4.38 Fuse Block Identification OilLevelCheck Overheating Running While Parked Specifications StartingYou Engine Exhaust 2.11.2.31.2.32.4.29. 4.38 EngineOil Adding Additives Checking...
Page 362 Gear Positions. Automatic Transaxle ....Gear Positions. Manual Transaxle Glove Box Graphic Equalizer Gross Axle Weight Rating Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Guide Franpis GVWR Halogen Bulbs Hazard...
Page 363 Labels Certification Service Parts Identification Tire-Loading Information Vehicle Identification Number Lamps Exterior Interior OnReminder Latches. Seatback Leaving Your Vehicle Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running Lighter Lights Air Bag Readiness Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Brake System Warning Charging System Indicator CheckEngine Check Oil Enhanced Traction System Active...
Page 364 Your Vehicle 2-34 Passenger Position Passing When Passing 2-22 Passlock 2-25 Passlock Warning Light 2-14 Periodic Maintenance Inspections 4-17 Pontiac Cares Information Power Door Locks 2-55 OptionFuses 2-55 Remote Control Mirror 4-13 Seat 6- 13 Steering 2-65 Steering Fluid 2-50...
Page 365 R a d i o Reception Radios Rain. Driving In Reading Lamps Rear Door Security Locks Outside Seat Position Safety Belt Comfort Guides ... l-28 Seatpassengers Window Defogger RearSeatCupholder RearTowing RearviewMirror Inside Daymight Reclining Front Seatbacks Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Recreational Vehicle Towing Refrigerants.
Page 366 Safety Chains Safety Defects. Reporting Safety Warnings and Symbols Scheduled Maintenance Services Seat Adjuster Seatback Latches RecliningFront Seats EasyEntry ManualFront Manual Lumbar Support Power Rear Restraint Systems SeatControls ... . Securing a Child Restraint Second Gear.
Page 367 Supplemental Restraint System Surge Tank. Coolant Surge Tank. How to Add Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap Symbols. Vehicle Synchronization Tachometer Taillamp Bulb Replacement Tapeplayercare Theft Theft-Deterrent Feature. CD Player THEFTLOCK" Thermostat Third Gear. Automatic Transaxle Third Gear. Manual Transaxle Tilt Steering Wheel Time, Setting the TiieChains Tirehading...
Page 368 Transaxle Automatic Manual Transmitters, Keyless Entry Transportation, Courtesy ....Odometer Trip Trunk Lock Security Override T& Lamp "Y Users Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer...
Page 369 Service Station Checkpoints COOLANT 7-l6 'IJRGE TANK 2.4L ENGINE OIL E I P ; ; I C K FUEL 3100 ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK P6-14 TIRES HOOD P6-42 RELEASE P6-9 REMOTE FUEL DOOR P6-6 TRUNK RELEASE P2-11 see the For detailed information, refer to the page number listed, Index in the back of the owner's m a n u a l .

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