Pontiac 1998 Trans Sport Owner's Manual

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Page 2 This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Pontiac for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 8-10.
Page 3 Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Pontiac Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re...
Page 4 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 controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly.
Page 5 Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTI'CE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. In the notice area, tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would ,not be covered by your warranty, But the notice will tell you what the damage.
Page 6 Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. For example, These symbols these symbols are important are used on an for you and original battery: your passengers whenever your vehicle is CAUTION driven: POSSIBLE INJURY DOOR LOCK...
Page 7 NOTES...
Page 8 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your Pontiac and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts.
Page 9 Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats them, take them out, put them back in and fold and unfold them, Driver’s 4-Way Manual Seat Use the lever on the front left side of the seat to adjust the or rearward.
Page 10 6-Way Power Seat (Option) To adjust the six-way power seat: Front Control (A): Raise the front of the seat by holding the switch up. Hold the switch down to lower front of the seat. Center Control (B): Move the seat forward or rearward by holding the control to the front or rear.
Page 11 Manual Front Passenger Seats To use, pull up the front of the unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it. To make sure the seat is locked into place, release the lever and try to move the with your body. seat Reclining Front Seatbacks All front seats recline.
Page 12 But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body.
Page 13 Manual Lumbar Control Turn the knob on the inboard side of the seat to adjust the lower back support. Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down of your restraint is closest the top reduces chance of a neck injury in a crash. The head restraints tilt forward 'and r e w a r d Rear Seats Controls...
Page 14 Second Row Safety Belt Stowage If your vehicle has seats in the third row, there sleeve on the second row outside safety belt to store the safety belt while entering and exiting the third row of the vehicle. If your vehicle has a bench seat in the second row, follow this procedure: Pull the belt out and slide the sleeve along the belt until it reaches the patch...
Page 15 Second Row Solid Bench Seats Folding the Seatback To fold pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat. To raise seatback, pull the nylon strap on the the seat while raising the seatback until it locks upright, Push and pull on the seatback to check that it is locked. Removing the Second Row Solid Bench With the seatback in the upright position, side attachment for the safety belt.
Page 16 4. Unhook the front latches by rolling up the gray 2. From behind bench seat, pull the nylon strap at handle under the seat until the handle locks. the base of the seat to release the rear latches from the floor pins. 3.
Page 17 top toward the vehicle and th’en lift at the front latch release lever. This should be done Repla’cing the Second Row Solid Bench Seat Don’t put the bench seat in it faces rearward because it won’t latch that way. The solid benches have seat position labels, located on the back of the seat, showing where the seat must go.
Page 18 3. If the front legs are not attached correctly, legs will not attach to the rear set of floor pins. 4. Firmly push the rear hooks into the rear floor pins by rear pushing down on the rear of the seat. Try to raise the bench seat to check that it is locked down.
Page 19 seat that isn't locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop, People in the vehicle could be injured. Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installing it. 6. Pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat and raise the seatback until it locks upright.
Page 20 Adjusting the Third Row Solid Bench Seat There two levers to adjust the seat forward or rearward. They are below the center position of the bench, one in front and one in back of the seat. Lift up either lever and slide the seat to allow forward for extra storage behind the seat, or slide the seat back to...
Page 21 Removing the Third Row Solid Bench Seat Pull the nylon strap the back of the seat the seatback forward. Slide the seat back by either lifting back, front adjuster and pushing handle on the back of the seat and pulling the toward the rear of the vehicle.
Page 22 Remove the seat by rocking it slightly toward the rear of the vehicle and then pulling it out. This should be done in one motion. Replacing the Third Row Solid Bench Seat Don’t put the bench seat in so it faces rearward because it won’t latch that way.
Page 23 2. With the seat still folded forward, roll down the gray 3. If the front legs are not attached correctly, the rear handle underneath the seat to lock the front latches. legs will not attach to the rear set of floor pins. 1-16...
Page 24 4. If the front latches are not attaching correctly, check that the seat is in the full rear position. Firmly push the rear hooks into the rear pushing down on the rear of the seat. 6 . Try to raise the bench seat to check that it is locked down.
Page 25 Split ‘Bench Seats (50/50 or 40/680), If you have the split bench seat seakbacks can be folded down individually and the sections be removed individually. The sections can also be adjusted forward or rearward individually. The second row (40/60) split bench may be equipped with built-in child restraint(s).
Page 26 Adjusting the Split Bench Seats There are two adjustment levers on each section of the split bench seats to adjust the seat forward or rearward. They are located below the center of each section of the split bench, one in front and one in back of the seat. Lift up either lever and slide the allow for extra storage...
Page 27 Removing the Split Bench Seat Make sure the seatback is in the upright position and that the safety belts are the correct section of the seat. The head restraints should be fully down. For the swmd bench, with the seatback in the upright position, unhook side attachment for the safety belt.
Page 28 the front latches, squeeze 5. To unlatch release bar toward the straight crossbar. Repeat Steps 1 through split bench seat. the angled latch Remove the seat rocking it slightly toward the rear vehicle and then pulling it out. for the other section 1-21...
Page 29 Replacing the Split Bench Sections the bench seat in so they face Don’t put the sections rearward because they won’t latch that way. If you want more storage room behind the seat, adjust each section by sliding it forward. The split benches have seat position labels, located on the back of each seat, showing where the seat Follow that diagram.
Page 30 2. 'lo seat angled front hooks clear the floor pins. 3. If the front legs are not attached correctly, the rear legs will not attach to the rear set of floor pins. do this, the bench need will to be that the 4.
Page 31 CAUTl IN: A seat that isn’t locked into place properly can move around in a collision sudden stop. People in the vehicle could be injured. Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installing it. 7. Lift the seatback recliner lever or pull the nylon s on the back of the seat and raise locks upright.
Page 32 Bucket Seats There are three types rear bucket seats: ONLY, CENTER OR LEFT and LEFT ONLY. RIGHT ONLY and LEFT ONLY seats may be equipped with the built-in child restraint option. The rear bucket seats can be removed to provide extra storage.
Page 33 Adjusting the Bucket Seats There are two adjustment levers on each seat to adjust the seat forward or rearward. They are located below the center, one in front and one in back of the seat. 1-26 Lift up either lever slide the seat forward to allow for extra storage behind the seat, or slide the...
Page 34 3. From behind the seat, pull the nylon strap at the base 4. Do not let go of the straps or lever until the seat is of the seat or lift the paddle on the side to release the folded all the way forward. rear latches from the floor pins.
Page 35 5 . To unlatch the front latches, with the seat folded forward, squeeze the angled.latch rqlease bar toward the straight crossbar. 1-28 Remove the seat by I 6. rocking it slightly toward the vehicle and then pulling it out. This should be done in one motion.
Page 36 CENTER OR LEFT seat fits in the center location or in either left location, the A and B, C and and H sets of floor cups. The LEFT ONLY seats that don’t have the built-in child restraint option fit only in the left location of either row, A and B or G and H sets of floor cups.
Page 37 3. If the front latches are not attaching correctly, check position, that the seat is in the full rear 4. Firmly push the rear hooks onto the rear floor pins pushing down on the rear of the seat. T r y raise check that the seat to...
Page 38 Captain’s Chairs captain’s chairs adjust like the manual front passenger seats. The seatback can be reclined or raised by turning the knob on the inboard side of the seat. It is easier to raise or lower the seatback if you lean forward and take the weight off the seatback.
Page 39 The seat can then be lifted off the front floor pins and removed from the vehicle. 1-32 Replacing the Captain's Chairs A and C The left chair goes in the D and F sets of floor The right chair goes in the over 1.
Page 40 3. Push pull on the seat be sure it is properly attached. A seat that isn’t locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop. People in the vehicle could be injured. Be sure to lock into place properly when installing it.
Page 41 is extrc,,,ely dangerou to rid .e in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In people riding in these areas are more likely seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts.
Page 42 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in 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. 1-35...
Page 43 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. 1-36 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...
Page 44 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. 1-37...
Page 45 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers e.’ Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? whether you’re wearing a safety coucld belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down.
Page 46 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be vehicle, the part of this...
Page 47 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. the latch plate to make sure it Pull up the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender’’ at the end of this section. sure Make the release button positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 48 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. To move it down, push down on the button and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide.
Page 49 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way, 1-42 You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is move too loose. E n a crash, you would too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body.
Page 50 What’s wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. You can be seriously injured if your belt is 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 51 &." What's wrong with this? You can seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In crash, you can slide under the belt. would then The belt force be applied at the not at abdomen, the pelvic bones, and that could...
Page 52 @’ What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 53 What's this? wrong with The belt is twisted across the body. 1-46 CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn't have the full width of the spread impact forces'. If a belt is twisted, belt to make it straight so it can work properly, or your dealer to...
Page 54 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 is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
Page 55 The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely hurt in a crash. that the fetus won’t be pregnant women, as €or anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Page 56 Reduced-force frontal air bags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front your vehicle hits something. They aren’t designed to inflate at all in rollover, rear, side or low-speed frontal crashes.
Page 57 Children who are up against, or very close to, an b’ag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. This is true even though your vehicle has reduced-force frontal air bags. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the best protection adults, but not for young children and infants.
Page 58 How the Air Bag Systems Work Where are the air bags? The driver’s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger’s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door.
Page 59 The right front passenger’s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door. 1-52 If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might for& the object into that person. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear.
Page 60 The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal not designed to inflate in rollovers, side impacts, or rear impacts, because inflation would not help the occupant. The driver’s and right front passenger’s side impact air bags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes involving a front door.
Page 61 will you air bag inflates? What see after After air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the inflated. Some components of the air bag m’odule -- the steering wheel hub fur driver’s instrument panel for the right front passenger’s bag, the side of the seatback closest ta the doolr for the driver and right front passenger’s side impact...
Page 62 NOTICE: I f you damage the covering for the driver’s or the right front passenger’s air bag, or the air bag covering on the driver’s and right front passenger’s seatback, the bag may not work properly. You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel, both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s air bag, or both the air bag...
Page 63 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle. Your dealer and the Service Manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the bag systems.
Page 64 Lap-Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly.
Page 65 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up the latch plate to make sure it is secure. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again.
Page 66 The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or a crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor. You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward much, which could increase injury.
Page 67 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults have Your vehicle may rear shoulder belt comfort guides. This feature will provide added safety belt cornfort for chddren who have outgrown child restmints and for adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide pulls the belt away fiom the neck and head.
Page 68 2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The of the belt into the slots of the guide. guide must be on top of the belt. 1-61...
Page 69 Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions” earlier in this section. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove store the guides, squeeze comfort belt edges together so that you the guides.
Page 70 When you sit in the center position of the bench seat, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug.
Page 71 Center Passenger Position (Bucket Seat) Lap Belt If your vehicle has bucket seats, ssmesne can sit in the center position bucket seat. 1-64 When you sit in the center position bucket seat, you have a lap safety belt which has a retractor. 1.
Page 72 4. Position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 73 Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and need, for changes the everyone, to In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Page 74 Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint. The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child. A very young child’s hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low on the hips, as should.
Page 75 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) 1-68 at only mph (40 km/h), will suddenly become a 240-lb.
Page 76 Built-in Child Restraint (Option) If your vehicle has this option in a bucket seat, each bucket seat that has the built-in child restraint fits in only one location in your vehicle. To find out where a bucket seat that has a built-in child restraint must be located in your vehicle, see “Removable Rear Bucket Seats”...
Page 77 restraint system conforms to all applicable This child Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Each child restraint is designed for use only by children who weigh between 22 and 40 pounds and whose height is between 33.5 and (850 1 026 and who are capable of sitting upright alone.
Page 78 Securing a Child in the Built-In Child Restraint 1. Raise the head restraint until the lower edge of the head restraint is even with the top of the seatback. 2. Rotate the head restraint rearward until it touches the top of the seatback. Make sure there is no gap between lower edge of the head restraint top of the seatback.
Page 79 3. Lower the child restraint cushion. You’ll be using the child restraint’s harness (A) to s’ecure your child. Don’t use the vehicle’s safety belts. 1-72...
Page 80 Using the vehicle’s regular safety belts on a child seated on the child restraint cushion can cause injury to serious the child in a sudden stop crash. If a child is the proper size for the built-in child restraint, secure the child using the child restraint’s harness.
Page 81 Be sure buckk free you from securing the latch plates. If may prevent you can’t secure a latch plate, see your Pontiac using the child dealer service before 8. Place the other side of the harness over the child’s shoulder.
Page 82 ..10. Pull up on both latch plates to make sure they 11. Now fasten the left and right halves of the shoulder are secure. harness clip together. The purpose of this clip is to help keep the harness positioned on the child's shoulders.
Page 83 An unfastened shoulder harness clip won’t help harness in place on the child’s shoulders. keep If the harness isn’t on the child’s shoulders, it won’t be able to restrain the child’s upper body in a sudden stop or crash. The child could be Make seriously injured.
Page 84 13. Adjust the position of the harness on the child’s shoulder by moving the clip up or down along the harness. On each side of the harness, the shoulder part should be centered on the child’s shoulder. The harness should be away from the child’s face and neck, but not falling from the child’s shoulders.
Page 85 2. Unlatch the harness by pushing the button on the buckle. 3. Move one side of the harness off the child’s shoulder. 4. Move the other side of the harness off the child’s shoulder. 5. Remove the child from the child restraint cushion. 1-78 Storing the Built-In Child Restraint Always...
Page 86 2. Fold the child restraint cushion and leg rest up into the seatback. 3. Press the child restraint cushion firmly into the seatback. 4. Then press the leg rest firmly into secure it by pressing the upper corners against the fastener strips on the seatback.
Page 87 5. Rotate the head restraint forward and push way down. Just like the other restraint systems in your vehicle, your built-in child restraint needs to be periodically checked and may need to have parts replaced after a crash. See “Checking Your Restraint Systems” and “Replacing Seat Parts After a Crash”...
Page 88 An infant car bed (A) is a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle. It’s an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface. With an infant car bed, make sure that the infant’s head rests toward the center of the vehicle.
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Page 90 A forward-facing child restraint (C-E) positions a child upright to face forward in the vehicle. These forward-facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs. (9 to 18 kg) and about 26 to 40 inches (66 to 102 cm) in height, or up to around four years of age.
Page 91 A booster seat G, is 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 however, booster seats belts;...
Page 92 TION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates, even though your vehicle has reduced-force frontal air bags. This is because the back of a rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag.
Page 93 60/40 bench seat, you can ask your Pontiac dealer to put it in for you. If you want to install an anchor bracket yourself, your dealer can tell you how to do it.
Page 94 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint.
Page 95 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-88...
Page 96 5. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward-facing chdd restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 97 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Seat Position (Third Row Bench Seat) You’ll be using the lap belt. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say.
Page 98 Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using 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.
Page 99 Child Restraint in the Center Securing a Seat Position (Bucket Seat) You’ll be using the lap belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say.
Page 100 Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. To tighten the belt, feed it back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you're using 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.
Page 101 To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety blelt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or lager child passenger. Securing Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a front passenger air bag.
Page 102 You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure came follow the instructions that restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. 1.
Page 103 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-96 To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may fmd it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 104 Larger Children have outgrown Children who child wear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you have the choice, window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat.
Page 105 1-98 Never do this. Here two children wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time,.
Page 106 Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in’this way, in crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right child’s abdomen.
Page 107 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will long enough for you.
Page 108 Replacing Restraint System Parts :er a Crash i r you’ve had a crash, do you need new safety belts or built-in child restraint parts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the safety belts or built-in child restraint harness straps were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new safety belts or harness straps.
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Page 112 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 the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem.
Page 113 Keys Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous many reasons, A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate power windows or other even make th'e vehicle move. Don't controls leave the keys in a vehicle with young children.
Page 114 If you need a new key, contact your Pontiac dealer, who can obtain the correct key code. Remember to pre-cat emergency door key which Pontiac sends after delivery. (This service is not available in Canada.) In an emergency, call Pontiac Roadside Assistance at 1-800-ROADSIDE or 1-800-762-3743.
Page 115 Door Locks Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children When a open the doors and fall out. locked, the inside handle won’t open Outsiders easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your This may not be so obvious: chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked, Wear safety belts properly, lock your doors, and you will be far...
Page 116 either front door from the inside, push the lock locking lever forward. To unlock either front door from the inside, pull back on the locking lever. Power Door Locks From the inside, press the front of the power door lock switch (on either front door) to unlock all doors and the liftgate.
Page 117 To unlock any door or the liftgate from the outside with your key, turn the key to the unlock position and release. This will only unlock that door or the liftgate. You can unlock all the doors and the liftgate by holding the key cylinder,in the unlock position for one second.
Page 118 Five seconds after the last door is closed, all the doors will lock. You can lock the doors immediately by using the power door lock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter. If the ignition is in RUN or ACCESSORY, this feature will not lock the doors.
Page 119 Keyless Entry System (Option) If your vehicle has this optio'n, you can lock and unlock your doors and the liftgate from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keyless entry rehicle. transmitter supplied with your LOCK Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Page 120 This system has a range of about 3 feet (1 30 feet (9 m). At times you may notice a decrease in range. This normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: Check to determine if battery replacement or...
Page 121 Remote Lock Confirmation When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to lock your vehicle, your parking lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command has been received. If you press the LOCK button again, within five seconds, the horn will sound briefly and the parking lamps will flash to let you know the vehicle is already locked.
Page 122 You can operate the power sliding door with the remote transmitter only when the power sliding door override switch the overhead console Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer.
Page 123 Replacing the Battery in the Remote Transmitter 1. Insert a flat object like a dime into the slot on the side of the transmitter and twist to separate the halves. 2-12 Gently pry the battery out of the transmitter. Do not use the metal flanges to “pop out”...
Page 124 Resynchronizing Your Remote Transmitter Your remote keyless entry system uses a continually changing code for increased security. Normally, the receiver in your vehicle will keep track of this changing code. Loss of synchronization will occur if the transmitter is activated more than 256 times while out of range of the vehicle.
Page 125 Instrument Panel Switchbank This switchbank is h a t e d in the instrument panel below the comfort controls. The switches and controls that you may find in this switchbank are the Rear Fan Knob, Rear Window WiperNasher, Fog Lamps and Traction Control.
Page 126 Sliding Door Lock Lock the sliding door from inside the vehicle by moving the manual locking lever down. Unlock lever up. With the power door locks, the sliding door lock has a delay feature. See “Power Door Locks” or “Locks and Lighting Choices”...
Page 127 operate the power sliding door, the power sliding door override switch must disabled. I I I located in the overhead console switchbank. Pushing the bottom of the button will disable the power sliding door; it will not operate when either of the power door switches or the power sliding dolor button on the remote transmitter is pressed.
Page 128 One is mounted on the wall, just in front of the passenger’s side sliding door. The other switch is located in the overhead console switchbank. The sliding door must be unlocked for it to operate. The key does not have to be in the ignition. To help avoid accidental operation of the sliding door, disable the power sliding door by pushing the power sliding door override switch.
Page 129 If anything obstructs the power sliding door while it is closing, the door will automatically reverse to the open position, provided it meets sufficient resistance. Resistance must strong as the force of the closing be as door, or stronger. The force of the closing door increases significantly as the door approaches the latched position.
Page 130 If your vehicle is facing downward on a steep grade (15 percent or more), the door may not stay open and could slam shut, possibly injuring someone. To make sure the door does not slam shut, turn on the power sliding door feature. Then if the door closes, it will close under the control of the power door system.
Page 131 power Disable the sliding door override feature. Push either the power door buttons power sliding door. Wait five seconds and close the door by pushing door either power button. five Wait seconds and repeat Steps If the door does not rest in the fully open position after repeating Step repeat Steps 7 and 8 again.
Page 132 you have the optional power sliding door, disable the power sliding door override feature. Press either power door switch. should let adults and older children know how the security lock works, and how to cancel the lock. If you don’t, adults or older children who ride in the rear won’t be able to open the sliding door from the inside when the security lock feature is in use.
Page 133 If you leave your vehicle with the easy target for joy riders or professional thieves don’t do it. When you p a k your Pontiac and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear chime reminding you to from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this, Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will your ignition and transaxle.
Page 134 Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. Parking Lots If you park in lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your key.
Page 135 the alarm Once armed, will go off if sornewne enter the vehicle (without using transmitter a key), breaks a window, tries to damage the vehicle or turns the ignition on. The horn will sound and your vehicle’s parking lamps will flash for up to two minutes.
Page 136 Disarming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Your alarm system will disarm when you use your remote keyless entry transmitter to unlock the doors. will The security light stop flashing to let you system is no longer armed. Disarming with Your Key Your alarm system will disarm when you use your key to unlock the doors.
Page 137 Ignition Positions key in ignition With the switch, switch to five positions. ACCESSORY (A): T h i s is an on position in which you can operate your electrical p'ower accessories. Press in the ignition switch as you turn the top of it toward you, LUCK (B): This is the only position in which you can remove the key.
Page 138 Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. if yoptlp Pontiac the key. The idle speed will go down as your 2-27...
Page 139 2, I f it doesn’t start away, right hold your key START. If it doesn’t start in three seconds (or starts but then stops), push the accelerator pedal about one-quarter of the way down for 12 more seconds, or until it starts. 3.
Page 140 Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) In very cold weather, 0 C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle.
Page 141 Automatic Transaxle Operation There are several different positions for your shift lever. P R N D 3 2 1 PARK (P): This locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine.
Page 142 NOTICE: REVERSE (R) Shifting to while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. REVERSE Shift to (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transaxle, see “Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow”...
Page 143 AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): €or normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. k r n / h ) Going about accelerator all the way down. You’ll shift down to the next gear THIRD (3): This...
Page 144 NOTICE: If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly, or if it seems not to shift gears as you go faster, something may be wrong with a transaxle system sensor. I f you drive very far that way, your vehicle can be damaged.
Page 145 Brake Parking To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot and push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system ‘come on. See “Brake System Warning Light” in the Index.
Page 146 Shifting Into PARK (P) can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 147 Move the lever up as as it will ,go. 3. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P). 2-36 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine...
Page 148 Torque Lock If you are parkmg on hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).
Page 149 Parking Over Things That Burn =----- Things that can touch hot exhaust burn could parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park leaves, dry over papers, grass or other things that can burn. 2-38 Exhaust Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (GO), which you can’t see smell.
Page 150 Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if ever you have to, here are some things to know. Idling the engine with the air system control off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier Caution under ‘!Engine Exhaust”).
Page 151 Locks and Lighting Choices Your vehicle’s locks and lighting systems can be programmed with several different features. The features you can program depend on the options that came with your vehicle. The following chart shows the features that can be programmed.
Page 152 Entering Programming Mode To program features, your vehicle must be in the programming mode. Follow these steps: 1. The Content Theft-Deterrent system (if equipped) must be disarmed. See “Content Theft-Deterrent System” in this section. 2. Remove the BCM PRGRM fuse from the instrument panel fuse block, located to the right of the glove box.
Page 153 Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 4. To change the mode: Follow the instructions for “Entering Programing Mode” listed previously. Turn the interior lamps dial all the way to the right and then back slightly to the left. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is in.
Page 154 Mode 4: Automatic Unloclung with Transaxle in PARK (P) Shift into PARK with the ignition will unlock automatically. Shift out of PARK (P) with the ignition on and the driver’s door closed; all doors will lock automatically. Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 3. To change the mode: 1.
Page 155 Programmable Modes Your vehicle can be programmed to one of the following modes. Mode 1: Both Features Off (Doors will always lock immediately when you press LOCK on the the power door lock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter, if equipped.) Mode 2: Lockout Deterrent Only (If you leave your key in the ignition with the...
Page 156 Programmable Modes Your vehicle can be programmed to one of the following modes. Mode 1: Remote All Doors Unlock (When you press UNLOCK on your remote keyless entry transmitter, all doors and the liftgate will unlock.) Mode 2: Remote Driver’s Door Unlock Only (When you press UNLOCK on your remote keyless entry transmitter once, the driver’s door will unlock.
Page 157 Programmable Modes Your vehicle can be programmed to one of the following modes. Mode 1: Both Features Off (Remote lock and unlock confirmation are disabled.) Mode 2: Exterior Lamps Flash Only When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to lock your vehicle, your parking lamps will flash briefly to let you know command has been received.
Page 158 Repeat Step until you hear the number of chimes that matches the mode you want. The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or progr’am the next feature available on your vehicle.
Page 159 Arming and Disarming the Content Theft-Deterrent System To arm and disarm the Content Theft-Deterrent system, the system must be turned on by using Modes 1 , 2 or 4 listed previously in this section under “Content Theft-Deterrent System.” With the Arming and Disarming feature, you can program the vehicle to do the following: Arm the system when you lock the doors using either power door lock switch while any door or the liftgate...
Page 160 NOTE: While this mode provides increased security, it can be a problem if your remote keyless entry or if transmitter damaged, lost it fails to operate for any reason while the Content Theft-Deterrent system is armed. The Content Theft-Deterrent system must be disarmed for the engine to run while in Mode 2;...
Page 161 Exiting Programming Mode To exit programming mode, just turn the key from ACCESSORY to OFF and put the BCM PRGRM fuse fuse block. back into the instrument panel NOTE: After programming a feature, you can exit the programming mode at anytime. Windows Manual Windows Use the manual crank to open and close the...
Page 162 To activate the auto-down feature, push the switch all the way down, then release. The window will lower completely. stop the window from lowering all the way, pull up the front of the switch. To raise the window, pull up the front of the switch. Side Window Latches The rear of the side windows swings open.
Page 163 Tilt Wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever.
Page 164 Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically.
Page 165 Windshield Wipers control the windshield wipers by turning the band maxked WIPER. For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will more stop after cycle. If you want band on mist longer.
Page 166 Rear Window Washermiper The rear window wiper switch is located in the instrument panel switchbank. Push the wiper symbol on the bottom of the button to turn off the wiper, turn on the intermittent wiper. To gently push the top of the button. To wash and wipe the rear window, push in the washer symbol on the top of the button.
Page 167 If your vehicle is in cruise control when the optional traction control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. (See “Traction Control System” in the Index.) When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may turn the cruise control back on.
Page 168 You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there. If you hold the switch at WA longer than half a second, the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake. So unless you want to go faster, don’t hold the switch Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There...
Page 169 Using Cruise Control on Hills Wow well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down.
Page 170 Turning the dial to this setting turns on the headlamps, together with: Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps Instrument Panel Lights Turning the dial to this setting turns off all the lamps and lights. Lamps On Reminder If the driver’s door is opened and you turn the ignition LOCK while leaving the lamps on, you will hear a warning chime.
Page 171 Fog Lamps The fog lamps switch is located in the instrument ” panel switchbank. Push the fog lamp symbol on the rocker button to turn on the lamps. The indicator light will glow. Push the ribbed part of the switch to turn them off. The indicator light will go off* Your parking lamps or headlamps must be on for your fog lamps to go on, 2-60...
Page 172 Interior Lamps Override Switch This switch is located in the overhead console switchbank. Press the symbol on the bottom of the rocker switch to override control of the interior lamps and turn off power to the courtesy lamps, reading lamps and glove box lamp. Press the top of the interior lamps override rocker switch to turn power back on to the interior lamps.
Page 173 Exit Lighting With exit lighting, the interior lamps will come on for about 25 seconds whenever you remove the key from the ignition switch. the ignition switch to RUN or ACCESSORY, the lamps will fade out. The lamps will also fade out if you lock the doors with the power door l’ock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter (if equipped).
Page 174 Front Reading Lamps There are two reading lamps in the overhead console. To turn on either reading lamp, press the lens of the lamp. To turn off the lamp, press the lens again. Rear Reading Lamps There two reading lamps the third above the outboard seating positions.
Page 175 Battery Saver Your vehicle has feature to help prevent you from draining the battery, in case you accidentally leave the interior or underhood lamps on. If these 1,amps on while the ignition they will automatically turn off after 10 minutes. The lamps won’t come back on again until you: turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY,...
Page 176 If you are not adjusting either mirror, leave the control in the center off position. This prevents moving the mirrors accidentally once you have them adjusted. Both outside mirrors can be folded forward or rearward. In the rearward position, they will fold almost flush with the vehicle.
Page 177 Compact Overhead Console The front overhead console includes two reading lamps, a storage compartrnent and a switchbank. turn either reading lamp on or off, lamp lens. The switchbank has switches for the optional Power Sliding Door, Power Sliding Door Enable, Interior Lights Override, Power Quarter Windows and the Power Sunroof.
Page 178 Reading Lamps turn either reading lamp on or off, press the lamp lens. Garage Door Opener Compartment You can store your garage door opener in the rear compartment of your overhead console, and operate it from this position. To install your garage door opener, follow these instructions: 1.
Page 179 5 . Add one peg at a time until your garage door opener operates with the compartment door closed when you press the button. 2-68 Sunglasses Storage Compartment To open the sunglasses storage compartment in the overhead console, press the release button. Then pull the compartment down to the full open position.
Page 180 Cupholders There are cupholders on the inboard side of the front passenger's seat and the right side of the second row bench seat. To use the cupholders, simply pull down the tray. Keep the trays up when not in use. Your vehicle has storage compartments and cupholders on either side of the vehicle, next to the third row seats.
Page 181: Front Seat Storage Bin
Removing and Replacing the Tray 2-70 To remove the tray, slide it almost all the way out. Don’t let the tray lock over the plastic tabs at the end of the rails (A). Lift the tray out of the guide rubber mat under the tray also lifts out for cleaning.
Page 182: Front Seat Storage Net
Front Seat Storage Net There is a storage net that stretches between the front seats. Pull the hooks towards the passenger’s seat and insert them into the holes next to the cupholder. To store the net, lift the hooks up and out of the holes. The net does not detach from the driver’s seat.
Page 183 Attach the upper loops to the posts on either side of the liftgate opening (the label on the net should be in the upper left-hand corner). Attach the metal rings on the floor. 2-72 The side of the convenience net closest to the front of the vehicle is higher than the side closest to the liftgate.
Page 184 When not in use, it is recommend that you take down the convenience net to extend its life and retain its elasticity, and to keep the rear exit clear. Store the net in the pouch behind either front seat, in the optional saddlebag or in one of the side convenience nets.
Page 185 If you have the optional luggage carrier, you can load things on top of your vehicle. The luggage carrier has slats and side rails attached to the roof, as crossrails and places to use for tying things down. These let you load some things on top of your vehicle, as long as they are not wider or longer than the luggage carrier.
Page 186 Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see “Loading Your Vehicle’’ in the Index. To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you’re driving, check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and cargo are still securely fastened.
Page 187 Lift the end of the bumper strip with a flathead screw driver and cut off enough of the strip to access the tapped plates. 2-76 After removing the tie’downs or other equipment, be sure to reinstall the the piece of bumper strip that was cut. ’...
Page 188 Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter The ashtray and cigarette lighter are located in the middle section of the instrument panel, below the switchbank. Pull out the drawer to use the ashtray. To remove the ashtray for cleaning, grasp the edge of the ashtray with your fingertips and pull up and out, in a rocking motion.
Page 189 Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors Equipped) ( I f Pull down the sun visor. Flip up the cover to expose the vanity mirror. The lamps will come on when you open the cover. Accessory Inflator System (Option) Yous vehicle may be equipped with an air inflator. With it, you can inflate things like air mattresses and basketballs, and you can also use it to bring your tires up to the proper pressure.
Page 190 Inflating something too much can make explode, and you or others could sure to read the inflator instructions, and inflate any object only to its recommended pressure. To use your air inflator system, attach the appropriate nozzle adapter, if required, to the end of the hose that has the pressure gage.
Page 191 Accessory Power Outlets The rear power outlet is located in the rear compartment on the driver's side. remove the cover and pull it off. Eront power outlet is located next to the ashtray and lighter. Pull the cover down to use the power outlet. 2-80 The power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a c'ellular telephone, CB radio, etc.
Page 192 Power Sunroof (Option) The sunroof has a sun shade to let in light without opening the sunroof. Slide the shade back to open. on the far right of the overhead console switchbank. The sunroof has two positions, vent and full open. Press and release the ribbed side of the rocker button to open the sunroof to the initial vent position.
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Page 194 Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically. Refer to the accompanying diagram of your instrument panel to locate the components listed below. A.
Page 195 Instrument Panel Cluster Your cluster includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages, 2-84...
Page 196 Speedometer and Tamper Resistant Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada).
Page 197 Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). NOTICE: Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the red area, or engine damage 2-86 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle.
Page 198 When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow this manual’s advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly So please get to know your warning lights dangerous.
Page 199 If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the engine or comes on when you are driving, your air bag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away. The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN.
Page 200 IJnited States This light should come on briefly when you RUN. If it doesn’t come on then, have it ignition key to will be ready to warn you fixed so it If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully.
Page 201 If the light flashes when you’re driving, you don’t have anti-lock brakes and there could be a problem with your regular brakes. Pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor.
Page 202 If it stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, there may be a problem with your traction control system and your vehicle may need service. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly.
Page 203 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage United States Canadian This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine is too hot! 2-92 It means that your engine coolant has overheated. have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
Page 204 Low Coolant Light If this light comes on, your system is low on coolant and the engine 1 + 1 may overheat. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index and have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) SERVICE ENGINE...
Page 205 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 be covered by your warranty.
Page 206 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 to fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed.
Page 207 Oil Pressure Light Your vehicle is equipped with an oil pressure warning light. Your oil pressure light lets you know when you may have a problem with your engine oil pressure. When the engine is running and this light comes on, the engine oil level may be too low.
Page 208 Door Ajar Light This light will come on if any of the doors or the liftgate are not completely closed and the ignition is ' I F turned to RUN or Power Sliding Door Warning Light This light will come on the power sliding door is not completely closed and the ignition is turned to...
Page 209 Fuel Gage UNLEADED FUEL ONLY United States Canadian Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left, when the ignition is on. When the gage first indicates EMPTY (E), you still have a little fuel left, but you should get more soon.
Page 210 Driver Information (Op tioklj The DIC will show information about the vehicle and the surroundings. English/Metric Button (EM): You can change the display to a metric or English reading at pressing EM. >er (DIC) Mode Button (MODE): Press this button to cycle through three modes of operation Compass/Temperature and Trip Computer made.
Page 211 Setting the Variance Turn the ignition on and cycle the DIC Compass/Temperature mode. Press both the E M and MODE buttons for approximately five seconds. The last entered variance zone number will be displayed. Press the E M button until the proper variance number, as shown on map, is showing.
Page 212 Error Displays An error of the vehicle’s speed sensor or fuel sender will cause -E- to be displayed. In the absence of vehicle communications, a double dash is displayed. Trip Computer There are five trip computer displays which may be stepped through by pushing the MODE button.
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Page 216 Section 3 Cumfort Controls and Audio Systems this se'ction, you'll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehi'cle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls Air Conditioning Heating Defogging and Defrosting Rear Window Defogger...
Page 217 Comfort Controls This section tells you how to make your air system work for you. Your cornfort control system uses ozone-friendly R- 134a refrigerant. With these systems, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle. Your vehicle also has a flow-through ventilation system described later in this section.
Page 218 DEFOG: This setting directs air to the windshield and through the floor ducts. This mode is particularly useful during cold or inclement weather because of your vehicle’s larger windshield area. DEFROST This setting directs most of the air to the windshield and side window vents. Mode Buttons RECIRC: Press tks button (the light will glow)
Page 219 Heating Turn the temperature knob to the right (toward the red area) to warm the air. In the LOWER mode, outside air will be brought in and sent through the floor outlets. The heater works best if you keep your windows closed while using it. The BI-LEV setting is designed for use on sunny days when the air is only moderately warm or cool.
Page 220 Rear Window Defogger Press FEAR (the light will glow) to warm the defogger grid on the rear window. The rear window defogger will turn off automatically after about 10 minutes of use. If yon turn it on again, the defogger will operate for about five minutes. You can also turn the defogger off by turning off the ignition or pressing the switch again.
Page 221 Rear Climate Control (If Equipped) have the optional rear climate control, the rear seat passengers can control the temperature and the amount of air directed to the rear of the vehicle. The amount of air directed to the rear of the vehicle can also be adjusted using the front control for the rear fan.
Page 222 Rear Comfort Controls The rear climate control h o b s are in a panel next to the second row seat. If your vehicle has the optional dual sliding doors, the panel is above the driver's seat. Turn the temperature knob to the left (to the blue area) for cooler air, or to the right (to the red area) for warmer air.
Page 223 Rear Air Vents maximize airflow through the rear heater outlet, place the left bucket seat in the second row in the forward position (see “Adjusting Rear Seats” in the Index). The vent behind the left rear seat is the cold air return vent.
Page 224 Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free sf ice, snow or any other obstruction (such as leaves). This will allow the heater and defroster to work much better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows. When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, turn the blower fan to “5”...
Page 225 AM-FM Stereo Playing the Radio PWR-VOLUME: This knob turns the system on and off and controls the volume. To turn the radio on and to increase volume, turn the knob to the right. Turn it to the left to decrease volume and to turn the radio off. RCL: Press this knob to recall the station being played display the clock.
Page 226 In addition the four stations already set, up to three more stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining buttons at the same time. Just: Tune in the desired station. Press SET. (SET will appear on the display.) 3.
Page 227 Finding a Station AM-FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FMl 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 go to the next higher or lower station and stay there.
Page 228 Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. VOL, FADE, BAL, While the tape is playing, BASS and TREB controls just as you do for the radio.
Page 229 (4): Press this button to reduce background noise. Note that the double-D symbol will appear on the display. Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Page 230 CD Adapter Kits possible to use a CD adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature tape player. use the To activate the bypass feature, 1. Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY. Turn off. the radio 3.
Page 231 Finding a Station AM-FM: Press this button to switch between and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Press this knob lightly so 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 go to the next higher or lower station and stay there.
Page 232 and a number appear on the radio display, the tape won’t play because of an enor. E l & tape is tight and the player can’t turn the tape hubs. Remove the tape. Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub to the left with a pencil.
Page 233 FWD (6): Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape. Press the button again to return to playing speed. The radio will play the last-selected station while the tape advances. You may select stations during FWD operation by using SEEK or TUNE. AM-FM: Press this button to play the radio when a tape is in the player.
Page 234 AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player (If Equipped) Playing the Radio POWER-VOL: Push this to turn the system on knob and off. 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 knob.
Page 235 Setting the Tone BASS: Slide the lever to the right or left to increase or decrease bass. TREBLE: Slide the lever to the right or left to increase or decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble.
Page 236 RDM (3): Press this button to hear the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. The display will show RDM. Press again to turn off random play. REV (5): Press and hold this button to quickly reverse within a track. Release it to play the passage. You will hear sound a reduced volume.
Page 237 Finding a Station AM-FM: Press this button to switch bletween and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Press this knob lightly it extends, Turn it to 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 go to the next higher or lower station and stay there.
Page 238 If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can’t be corrected, please contact your dealer. If your radio displays an error number, write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem. PREV (1): Press this button or the SEEK down arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played.
Page 239 Rear Seat Audio (If Equipped) This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to a different music source than the front seat passengers including AM-FM automatic tone control, cassette tapes or CDs. For example, rear seat passengers may listen to a cassette tape or CD through headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the front speakers.
Page 240 AM-FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FMl and FM2. The display will show your frequency selection. If the front passengers are already listening to AM-FM, the rear seat audio controller will not switch between the bands and cannot change the frequency. SEEK: Press the up arrow to tune to the next higher station and stay there.
Page 241 Remote Compact Disc Player (If Equipped) If you have this option, you can play one compact disc (CD) at a time. To load a CD into the player, hold the disc with the label side up and insert it carefully into the player (approximately half way).
Page 242 REV (4): Press and hold this button to quickly reverse within a track. the CD reverses, elapsed time will be displayed to help you find the correct passage. FWD (6): Press and hold this button to quickly advance within a track. As the CD advances, elapsed time will be displayed to help you find the correct passage.
Page 243 Activating the Theft-Deterrent Feature The instructions which follow explain how to enter your secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK system. It is recommended that you read through all before starting the procedure. If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse NOTE: between any steps, the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4.
Page 244 Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 1. LOC appears when the ignition is on. 2. Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display. 3.
Page 245 Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain radio and remote playback functions using the buttons on your steering wheel. VOLUME: Press the up or down arrow to increase or decrease volume. 3-30 PLAY: Press this button to play a cassette tape or compact disc when the radio is playing.
Page 246 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 247 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player tape player that is not cleaned regularly reduced sound quality, mined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their away cases 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 248 After you clean the player, press and hold five seconds to reset the CLN indicator. The radio will display to show the indicator was reset. Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time. Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced.
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Page 252 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 4-11 Steering 4-13 Off-Road Recovery 4-13 Passing 4-15 Loss of Control 4-16 Driving at Night...
Page 253 Please start with a important safety device in your Pontiac: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.”...
Page 254 Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision...
Page 255 It's the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person's BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have somewhat lower BAC level.
Page 256 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 an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision.
Page 257 Control of Vehicle have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. when you’re driving on snow Sometimes, easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires...
Page 258 Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking.
Page 259 Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road i s wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens with A computer senses that wheels of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work brakes each front wheel and...
Page 260 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 261 This light should come on briefly when you start the engine. If it stays on comes on while you are driving, there’s a problem with your traction control system. See “Traction Control System Warning Light” in the Index, is on, When this warning light limit wheel spin.
Page 262 Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control”...
Page 263 Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering be more effective than braking. example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly a child darts out from pulls from nowhere, between parked cars and stops right You can avoid these problems by braking can stop in time, But sometimes you can’t;...
Page 264 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. OFF-ROAD RECOVERY SLOW DOWN edge paved SUT(BC0 If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy.
Page 265 not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops.
Page 266 Loss of Control Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger.
Page 267 Driving Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. some driving. Here are tips on night Drive defensively. 4-16 Don’t drink and drive.
Page 268 You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little.
Page 269 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge the road and even people walking.
Page 270 Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle it has little or no contact with the road. Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often.
Page 271 City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. 4-20 Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.
Page 272 Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving.
Page 273 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 Here are some things you can check before a trip:...
Page 274 Then here are some tips: Make sure your vehicle well ventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to the sides. Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently. If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest, service or parking area and take a nap, get some exercis'e, or both.
Page 275 I f 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 good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle.
Page 276 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 vehicle. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and reflective warning triangles.
Page 277 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 278 Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have an anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See “Anti-Lock” in.the Index. Allow greater following distance on any slippery road.
Page 279 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 280 Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged.
Page 281 also tells you The CertificationPTire label weights the front and rear axles, called the Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out the actual loads on your f i m t rear axles, you need to go to weigh station and weigh your vehicle. Your dealer can help you with this.
Page 282 Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in sudden stop or turn, or crash. Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle. Try to spread the weight evenly. Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so’ that some of above the tops of the seats.
Page 283 Towing a Trailer If you don’t use the correct equipment properly, you can lose control when you pull trailer. For example, if the trailer is brakes not work well or even and your passengers could be seriously injured. Pull a trailer only if you have followed steps in this section.
Page 284 That’s the reason for this section. In it are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers. So please read this section carefully before you pull trailer. Load-pulling components such as the engine, transaxle, wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work hardier against the drag of the added weight.
Page 285 And, it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle. You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Pontiac-GMC Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 436008 Pontiac, MI 48343-6008 4-34...
Page 286 If you’re using a weight-carrying hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B). If you’re using a weight-distributing hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 12 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B). After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper.
Page 287 Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? I f you do, then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch. If you don’t seal them, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can get into your vehicle (see “Carbon Monoxide”...
Page 288 Driving with a Trailer a rear-most window open and you If you have pull a trailer with your vehicle, carbon monoxide (CO) could come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness or death. (See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.) To maximize your safety when towing a trailer: Have your exhaust system inspected for leaks, and make necessary repairs before...
Page 289 Passing You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal longer, you’ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return Backing Up Hold the bottom the steering wheel with one hand. Then, to move trailer to the left, just move that hand to the left, To move the trailer...
Page 290 Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to lower gear down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph (70 k m k )
Page 291 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. brake Let up pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4.
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Page 294 Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle 5- 12 Engine Overheating 5 -22 Tire Goes Flat 5-22 Air Inflator (Option) Tire...
Page 295 Hazard Warning Flashers Your warning flashers hazard let you let police knowyou have problem. Your front and also rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn't in. To turn off the flashers, push the button down and it will pop back up When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn...
Page 296 Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. But please use the following steps listed to do it safely. On vehicles equipped with the optional power sliding door, low voltage battery or replacing a battery may cause the system to become inoperative.
Page 297 To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure. Put an automatic transaxle in PARK (P). 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette power outlet.
Page 298 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. Be sure the battery has enough water. You don’t need to add water to the ACDelco Freedom’...
Page 299 Now connect the black negative negative Don’t let the other end touch next step. of the negative doesn’t go to the dead battery. It goes to unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery. Attach the cable 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine...
Page 300 Towing Your Vehicle a GM to have dealer or a professional towing service tow your vehicle. They can provide the right equipment and know how to tow it without damage. See “Roadside Assistance” in the Index. If your vehcle has been changed or modified since it was factory-new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps, aero skirting, or special tires and wheels, these things can be damaged during towing.
Page 301 A vehicle can fall from a car carrier if it isn’t adequately secured. This can cause a collision, serious personal injury and vehicle damage. The vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or steel cables before it is transported. Don’t use substitutes (ropes, leather straps, etc.) canvas webbing, that can be...
Page 302: Fronttowing
NOTICE: Your vehicle has front-wheel drive; do not have it contact towed with the front wheels in ground or vehicle damage may occur. A dolly must be used under the front wheels when towing rear or from the the vehicle must be transported flat on a bed carrier.
Page 303 5-10 NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the front bumper system will be damaged. Use wheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car-carrier equipment, Use safety chains and wheel straps. Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle.
Page 304 Rear Towing A towing dolly must be used under the front wheels when towing from the reax NOTICE: not tow with sling-type equipment or the rear bumper system will be damaged. Use wheel-lift or c a r carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car-carrier equipment.
Page 305 Engine Overheating find a You will coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel. See “Engine Coolant Temperature Gage’’ in the Index. your coolant level light on instrument panel. See “Low Coolant Light” in the Index. Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode Should an overheated engine condition exist, an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of...
Page 306 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood, Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down.
Page 307 NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. See ‘‘Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode” in the Index. If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine warning If you get the overheat but see or hear...
Page 308 When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: A. Radiator Pressure Cap Electric Engine Fans C. Coolant Recovery Tank start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
Page 309 The coolant level should be at or above the FULL MOT mark. 5-16 If it isn’t, you may have a leak the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot.
Page 310 NOTICE: Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn’t covered by your warranty. If there seems to be no leak, with the engine on, check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running. If the engine is overheating, both fans should be running. If they aren’t, your vehicle needs service.
Page 311 You can be burned if you spill coolant engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don't spill coolant on a hot engine. 5-18 When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above the FULL HOT mark, start your vehicle.
Page 312 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot, T u r n the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops.
Page 313 3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL@ 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap, (See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture.) 5-20...
Page 314 Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fans. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture through filler neck until the level reaches the...
Page 315 7. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the HOT mark. 8. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank. Tire Goes Plat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires much more out of a tire, it’s...
Page 316 Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. Changing tire can cause an injury. The can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people.
Page 317 Removing the Spare Tire and The equipment you’ll need i s in the storage compartment at the rear o’f the vehicle, on the passenger’s side. Remove the side convenience nets. Open the jack storage compartment b m y lifting up the tab and pulling the cover off.
Page 318 SHAFT WRENCH EXTENSION (CHISEL END) TIRE IS STORED SPARE UNDER COMPARTMENT FLOOR REAR (VALVE STEM DOWN) The compact spare tire is located under ahead of the rear bumper. Insert the narrow end of the shaft into the hole above the rear bumper. Then attach the folding wrench to the shaft.
Page 319 The tools you’ll be using include the jlack (A), shaft (B) and folding wrench (C). Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. If your vehicle has aluminum wheels, use the handle of the folding wrench Then, with the other end of the wrench, loosen the nuts.
Page 320 3. Loosen the wheel nuts but do not remove them using the folding wrench. (Turn the handle about 180 degrees, then flip the handle back to the starting position. This avoids taking the wrench off the lug nut for each turn.) Do not raise the vehicle yet.
Page 321 Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, could be badly injured or killed, Never get under vehicle when it supported only by Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall.
Page 322 7. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. 8. Remove any rust or dirt from mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time.
Page 323 10. Lower the vehicle by attaching jack and rotating the wrench to the wrench to left. Lower the jack completely. 5-30 folding wheel Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts' can cause the wheel and even clome off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts.
Page 324 NOTICE: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. Don’t try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare tire. It won’t fit.
Page 325 NOTE: INSTALL BOTTOM OF BAG ’ JACK TOOL STORAGE Replace all jacking tools as they were stored in the jack storage compartment and replace the compartment cover. To replace the cover, line up the tabs on the right of the cover with the slots in the cover opening. Push the cover in place and push down the tab so that it rests in the groove.
Page 326 NOTICE: When the compact spare is installed, don’t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails. That can damage the tire and wheel, and maybe other parts of your vehicle. Don’t use your compact spare on other vehicles.
Page 327 NOTICE: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as tires. If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth, you can destroy your transaxle. For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, “Tire Chains”...
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Page 330 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 is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
Page 331 Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: -Genuine Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some want to use the proper Pontiac Service Manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than manual this can.
Page 332: Fuel
You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on 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 333 If this occurs, return to your authorized Pontiac dealer to determine the cause of failure, In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type 'of fuels used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty.
Page 334: Filling Your Tank
Fuels in Foreign Countries If 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 335 While refueling, hang the cap by the tether from hook on the filler door hinge, or let the cap hang by the tether as shown. To remove the cap, turn it slowly to (counterclockwise). The cap has cap too soon, it will spring back to the right. If you something ignites it, you could be badly burned.
Page 336 When put the cap back turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been le&off or improperly installed. This would allc&fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere.
Page 337 Checking Things Under the Hood An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood fan. electric Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire.
Page 338 Then go to front of the vehicle and underhood release. Lift the hood. The hood prop may be hot due to increased engine temperatures under the hood, be careful when handling it. Use your hood prop sleeve the hood prop. push up on when handling Pull forward on the hood...
Page 339 When lift the hood, you’ll A. Underhood Fuse and Relay Center €3. Remote Positive Battery Terminal Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 6-10 these items: D. Radiator Pressure Cap E. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir F. Engine Oil Fill Location Engine Oil Dipstick H, Transaxle Fluid Dipstick I.
Page 340 Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer. Then just let the hood down and close it firmly.
Page 341 Checking Engine Oil Pull out and clean the dipstick it with way. cloth, then push it back in all the keeping the tip down, and check the level. When Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD mark, then you’ll need least one quart of oil.
Page 342 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended your vehicle can be identified by looking for the “Starburst” symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol.
Page 343 As shown the chart, SAE 5W-30 is vehicle. However, you can use SAE 1OW-30 if it’s going 8’C) to be 0°F (-1 or above. These numbers on show container its viscosity, or thickness. other viscosity oils, such as SAE 2OW-50, NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Certified For...
Page 344 If none of them is true, use the long triphighway maintenance schedule. Change the oil and filter every 7,500 miles (12 500 k m ) or 12 months occurs first. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower.
Page 345 Checking or Replacing the Air Cleaner 1. Unlatch the two hooks on top of the air housing. cleaner 2. Turn back the air inlet panel and rest it of the housing, The air intake tube is designed to flex back; you do need to disconnect it.
Page 346 The access panel for the air filter is in the back of the glove box. access panel. 1. Pull the tab up and out on the outer access panel. 6-17...
Page 347 3. The first air filter will pull straight out. To remove the second, reach in and slide it toward the opening. Pull second filter out. 4. Replace the filters by reversing Step the filters are inserted so that the sealing foam is angled in the same direction on both filters.
Page 348 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 on the dipstick.
Page 349 Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: The dipstick is located toward compartment, next to the brake master cylinder. The dipstick has a bright red loop 'design €or easy identification. Pull out the dipstick a clean rag or paper towel. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and then pull it back out again.
Page 350 How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. If the fluid level low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on dipstick, 1.
Page 351 Let the warning lights and gages work as they should. NOTICE: When adding coolant, it is important that you only DEX-COOL~ (silicate-free) coolant, If coolant other than DEX-COOL is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine coolant require will...
Page 352 NOTICE: I f 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 353 If this light comes on, it means you’re low on engine Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper REX-COOL@ mixture the coolant recovery tank. coolant lbrning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator hot can allow steam and scalding liquids blow out and burn you badly.
Page 354 Thermostat Engine coolant temperature controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches preset temperature. When you replace your thermostat, a GM thermostat is recommended. Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located to the right of the windshield washer fluid reservoir, at...
Page 355 Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing.
Page 356 Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is here. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. There only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear.
Page 357 BRAKE United States When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake warning light. will come on. See “Brake System Warning Light” in the Index. What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake such as Delco Supreme 11* (GM fluid 12377967).
Page 358 Brake Wear Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushine on the brake pedal firmly).
Page 359 Battery Every new Pontiac has an ACDelco Freedom* battery. one of these. When it’s You never have to add water time for a new battery, we recommend Freedom battery.
Page 360 Jump Starting For jump see “Jump starting instructions, in the Index. Bulb Replacement For the type of bulbs, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. Halogen Bulbs Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured.
Page 361 3. Remove the two wing nuts located on top of headlamp assembly. 4. Unscrew the black retainer ring that holds the bulb assembly in place. 6-32 5. Pull bulb assembly straight up from the lamp housing. 6. Unhook the electrical connector by lifting up the blue tabs and pulling the bulb out.
Page 362 7. Replace the bulb through and into the electrical connector. Push the bulb firmly enough so that the blue tabs hook over the tab on the bulb. black retainer ring 8. Carefully put the bulb assembly back into the lamp housing and Be careful not to damage the bulb on the headlamp aiming...
Page 363 9. Align the pins on the bottom of the headlamp assembly with the holes in the lamp support bracket while placing the holes in the assembly over bolts where the wing nuts attach. 10. Replace and tighten the wing nuts. 11.
Page 364 Replace the bulb by pulling the old one out and gently pushing the new one into the lamp socket. 6. Line up the tabs on the socket with the gaps in the socket holes and screw the bulb socket back into the lamp housing until an audible click is heard (the tab popping back out).
Page 365 Front Sidemarker 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the thumb screw attaching the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly the headlamp assembly. 3. Pull the parking/turn signal lamp assembly away from the body. Unscrew the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning it the left.
Page 366 7. To replace the lamp assembly, line up and insert the tabs on the back of the assembly with the slots in the fender. Engage the lower clip on the front of the lamp assembly, keeping the upper tab on the parking/turn signal lamp assembly inboard of the headlamp bracket tab.
Page 367 4. Remove the bulb holder by pressing the four retaining tabs and pulling the holder away from the assembly. 5 . Replace the bulb(s) by pulling the old one(s> out and gently pushing the new one(s) into the bulb holder socket. 6-38 A.
Page 368 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement the proper windshield wiper blade length and type, see “Replacement Parts” in the Index. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. Here’s how to remove the type with a release clip: 1.
Page 369 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, see your Pontiac Warranty booklet for details. Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous.
Page 370 Inflation Tire Pressure The GertificatiordTire label, which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold, “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven km).
Page 371 Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels.
Page 372 When It’s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 less of tread remaining. You need a new tire any of the following statements are true:...
Page 373 Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you tires different (radial and bias-belted tires), the handle properly, and you could have Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage your vehicle. Be sure to use the same size and tires on type...
Page 374 Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based 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 tire graded 100.
Page 375 GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your Pontiac model. Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous.
Page 376 NOTICE: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis. See “Changing a Flat Tire” in the Index for more information.
Page 377 Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings...
Page 378 Here are some cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Clean up stains as soon as you can Carefully scrape off any excess stain. clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn.
Page 379 Cleaning Vinyl warm water and a clean cloth. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. may have to do it more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don't get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and a vinyvleather cleaner.
Page 380 Care of Safety Belts and Built-in Child Restraint Harness Keep the safety belts and the built-in child restraint harness c k n 2nd dry. Do not bleach or dye safety belts or the built-in child restraint harness. If you do, they may severely weakened.
Page 381 Weatherstrips grease Silicone on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease w i t h a clean cloth at least every six months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent be required. (See “Recommended application Fluids and Lubricants’’...
Page 382 Finish Care Occasional waxing or 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 the colored basecoat.
Page 383 Cleaning To clean your tires, a stiff brush with a tire cleaner. NOTICE: When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all the body or wheels painted surfaces vehicle. Petroleum-based products may damage the paint finish.
Page 384 Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Pontiac will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 whichever occurs first.
Page 385 Appearance Care Materials Chart USAGE PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION SIZE 994954 23 in. 25 in. 1050172 16 oz. (0.473 1050173 16 oz. (0.473 L) 1050174 (0.473 L) 1050214 32 oz. (0.946 L) 1050427 23 oz. (0.680 L) 1052870 (0.237 L) 1052918** 1052925 16 oz.
Page 386 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 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. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle.
Page 387 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 388 Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from sh'ort circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and fusible therrnal links. Look the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating.
Page 389 CIRCUIT BREAKERS PWR WDO/RR VENT PWR SEAT/ FRT HVAClHl For More Information, See Owner's Manual Circuit Breakers HEADLAMP DRL Control Module, Headlamp and I/F Dimmer Switch PWR WDO/RR VENT Front Power Windows 6-60 Circuit Breakers PWR SEATPSD 6-Way Power Seat(s) and Rear Side Door Actuator Motor Blower Motor Hi Speed...
Page 390 Fuses RH T/LP Not Used RR FOG LP Not Used CIGAWDLC Cigarette Lighter and Data Link Connector (DLC) TfSIG Turn Signal Switch RR HVAC Rear Blower Motor, Rear Heater-A/C Control, and Temperature Door Actuator (Rear) SWC ACCY Steering Wheel Radio Switches Control HAZARD...
Page 391 Fuses CTSY LAMP IGN 1 ALC Sensor, BCM, Electronic Brake Control Indicator Lamp Driver Module, Instrument Panel Cluster, Rear Side Door Actuator Motor, Rear Window Wipermasher and Multifunction Switch (Fog Lamp SwitcldTraction Control Switch) and Stoplampflorque Converter Clutch (TCC) Switch SUNROOF Sunroof Control Module RR WPR WSHR...
Page 392 Underhood Fuse and Relay Center This fuse and relay center is located in the engine compartment, in front the windshield washer fluid reservoir. T’he fuses marked spare are available if a replacement fuse is needed. Maxi Fuse 1 -COOL FAN 2 Coolant Fans Circuit Breakers: FRT W A C HI 3-HEADLAMPS...
Page 393 Maxi Fuse 5-IGN MAIN 1 Ignition Switch to ABS/TCS IGN, CRUISE, DRL, ELEC PRNDL, IGN 1, PSD, SIR, T/SIG and PCM [IGN MAIN Relay (Uaderhsod Electrical Center CLU, ELEK IGN, IGN l-U/H, INJ, TCC)] 6-COOL FAN 1 Coolant Fans 7-BATT MAIN I Fuses ( U P ) : ABS MOD CIGAE2/RLC, CTSY...
Page 394 Mini Fuse 21-IGN1-UH Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) Canister Purge Valve, Heated Oxygen Sensors 1 and 2, Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor 22-SPARE Not Used 23-SPARE Not Used 24-SPARE Not Used Ignition Control Module (ICM) 25-ELEK IGN 26-SPARE Not Used Transaxle Range Switch 27-B/U LAMP Back-up Lamps 28-A/C CLU...
Page 395 Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamps Number ..... . . Headlamps Front ParkinglTurn ... . .3157 NA or 3157 NAK SignalLamps Front Sidemarker Lamps...
Page 396 Vehicle Dimensions Regular Wheel Base ....Length 187.3 inches (475.8 cm) ....Width 72.7 inches (1 84.7 cm) .
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Page 400 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment How This Section is Organized P a r t A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule 7 -4...
Page 401 RECOMMENDED Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet, or your Pontiac dealer for details. Introlduction Your' Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only good working condition, but also helps the vehicle environment.
Page 402 How This Section is Organized The remainder of this section is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows what to have done and how often. Some of these 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 403 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather.
Page 404 Maintenance Schedule Short Trip/City Definition Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing.
Page 405 Maintenance Schedule Short Trip/City Intervals Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first). These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Be sure to follow the complete maintenance schedule the following pages. Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule is true.
Page 406 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles k m ) 66 000 should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 k m ) at the same intervals. The services shown at 150,000 miles (z40 000 150,000 miles (240 000 the same interval after...
Page 407 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichev’er occurs first). Change engine An Emission Control Service. 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Change engine oil An Emission Control Service.
Page 408 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Replace passenger compartment air filter. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 409 Short Trip/City 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 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Replace passenger compartment air filter. Rotate tires.
Page 410 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 411 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 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 412 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 50,000 Miles (83 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32” C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain.
Page 413 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every An Emission Control Sewice. 60,000 MiZes (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every (See footnote Replace passenger compartment air filter.
Page 414 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 63,000 Miles (1 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice.
Page 415 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 72,000 Miles (I20 000 km) (Continued) Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Replace passenger compartment air filter. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 An Emission Control Service.
Page 416 Short Trip/City 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 417 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or ‘every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires.
Page 418 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service.
Page 419 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) DATE Drain, flush and refill cooling system every months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap.
Page 420 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 should be performed after 100,000 miles at the same intervals. The services shown (166 000 lux) See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Periodic Maintenance Inspections” following. Footnotes The U.S.
Page 421 7,500 Miles (12 500 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 422 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 423 Long: Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 45,000 Miles 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 #.) Replace passenger compartment air filter. Rotate tires.
Page 424 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 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 425 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, (See footnote #.> Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 426 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern additional information. (See footnote 90,000 Miles (150 000 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).
Page 427 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches (32”...
Page 428 Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed below owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once, Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown P a r t...
Page 429 At Least Twice Year Check Restraint Sysgem Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. If your vehicle has a built-in child restraint, also periodically make sure.the harness straps, latch plates, buckle, clip, child head restraint and anchorages are working properly.
Page 430 Starter Switch Check When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking Brake”...
Page 431 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake the ignition key LOCK in each shift lever position. The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift (P). lever is in PARK The key should come out only in LOCK. Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Me4anisrn Check CAUTION:’...
Page 432 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 qualifzed service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Page 433 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identifield below by name, part number or specification may be obtained your dealer. FLUIRLUBRICANT USAGE Engine Oil Engine Oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity. To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see “Engine Oil”...
Page 434 USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Chassis Chassis Lubricant (GM Lubrication 12377985 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Windshield GM Optikleen' Washer Solvent Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 1051515) or equivalent. Hood Latch Lubriplate@ Lubricant Aerosol Assembly, (GM Part No.
Page 435 Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and ODOMETER SERVICED BY 7-36 Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages.
Page 436 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-37...
Page 437 Maintenance Record 7-38...
Page 438 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING ' : I .____, : j , .Li=~ 7-39...
Page 439 Maintenance Record 7-40...
Page 440 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. 8 -2 Pontiac Cares What Makes Up Pontiac Cares?
Page 441 Pontiac Cares With PONTIAC C A N S , you are never more than a phone call away from having your concern taken care of. PONTIAC CARES philosophy 'and elements are make designed to you realize that Pontiac recognizes you as a valuable customer, appreciates your pur&ase...
Page 442 All of these elements combine to make your driving experience enjoyable one, and are discussed in 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 443 Pontiac Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 -800-PM-CARES. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Page 444 Vehicle delivery date and present mileage Nature of concern encourage you to call us so we can give your inquiry prompt attention. However, if you wish to write Pontiac, address your inquiry to: Pontiac-GMC Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 436008...
Page 445 Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program Security While You Travel -800-ROADSIEE (1-800-762-3743) As the proud owner of a new Pontiac vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Pontiac Roadside Assistance program. This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road.
Page 446 Vehicle model, year color Mileage of vehicle Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle license plate number Pontiac reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner driver when in Pontiac’s judgement the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence.
Page 447 Pontiac strives to give you a worry-free ownership of your vehicle, and we realize the inconvenience without a car. So Pontiac has come up with a way to eliminate any frustrations you might have when trying to get a ride to work, or wondering how you will get home.
Page 448 Plan (CAMVAP). General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program. Both Pontiac and your Pontiac dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. Our experience has shown that, if a situation...
Page 449 Some state laws may require you to use 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 450 In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify Please call us at 1 - 800-PM-CARES or write: Pontiac-GMC Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 436008 Pontiac, MI 48343-6008 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Page 451 1998 PONTIAC SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.)
Page 452 ORDER TOLL FREE (NOTE: For Credit Card Holders Only) 1-800-782-4356 (Monday-Friday 8:OO AM 6:OO PM FAX Orders Only 1-31 3-865-5927 GM-PON-ORD98 *(Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation. Allow ample time for delivery.) are to Orders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt. Please allow ade uate time for postal further information is needed, write to the address s service.
Page 453 NOTES $ & 8-14...
Page 454 Section 9 Index ....Accessory Inflator System ......Accessory Power Outlets Adding Equipment to the Outside Of Your Vehicle Adjusting the Bucket Seats...
Page 455 Brake ........Adjustment ........Fluid .
Page 456 Cleaning ..Aluminum Wheels ..Built-in Child Restraint ..... Fabric .
Page 457 ....... Driver Position Driver’s Four-Way Manual Seat Driving ........City .
Page 458: Table Of Contents
..Foreign Countries. Fuel ... . . French Language Manual ........FrontDoor Front Parkingmrn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement...
Page 459 ......Instrument Panel ........Cleaning .
Page 460 ....Power Door ....... . . Sliding Door .
Page 461: Brake
....P a i n t Spotting. Chemical Park Automatic Transaxle Shifting Into Shifting Out of Parking ........AtNight Brake Brake Mechanism Check...
Page 462 Removing ....Bucket Seats ..Second Solid Bench Seat ... . Split Bench Seat Third Row Solid Bench Seat Replacement .
Page 463: Outside Seat Position
Seats ........Controls Driver’s Four-Way Manual Dump and Stow Feature Lumbar Control...
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