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Page 2: Emergency Towing
Every 2000 Bonneville under warranty is backed with the following services: Courtesy Transportation Bumper-to-Bumper 3-years/36,000 miles (60 000 km) Limited Warranty 1-800-762-3743 1-800-762-3743 For vehicles purchased in Canada, For vehicles purchased in Canada, 1-800-268-6800) 1-800-268-6800) call call that provides in an emergency:...
Page 4 Seats and Seat Controls Section Safety Belts Keys and Door Locks Section Remote Keyless Entry System (If Equipped) Trunk Release Automatic Transaxle Parking Brake Windows Tilt Wheel Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Windshield Wipers Cruise Control Interior and Exterior Lamps Table of Contents Seats and Restraint Systems Air Bag Systems Child Restraints...
Page 5 Heating and Air Conditioning Section Setting the Radio Clock Radio/Cassette Player/CD Player Defensive Driving Section Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Hazard Warning Flashers Section Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Table of Contents (cont'd) Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Radio Theft-Deterrent Feature Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) Your Driving and the Road...
Page 6 Fuel Section Checking Fluids and Lubricants GM Oil Life System™ (If Equipped) Engine Air Cleaner/Fliter Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped) Brakes Bulb Replacement Section Scheduled Maintenance Owner Checks and Services Periodic Maintenance Inspections Table of Contents (cont'd) Service and Appearance Care Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires and Wheels Appearance Care...
Page 7 Customer Satisfaction Procedures Section Customer Assistance Offices Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation In the Index you will find an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. Section Please refer to the last page of this manual for your Table of Contents (cont'd) Customer Assistance Information Warranty Information (See Warranty Manual)
Page 8: For Canadian Owners Who Prefer A French Language Manual
GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, PONTIAC, the PONTIAC Emblem and the name BONNEVILLE are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without further notice.
Page 9: How To Use This Manual
How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly.
Page 10: Vehicle Damage Warnings
Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. viii In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly.
Page 11: Vehicle Symbols
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 PROTECT...
Page 12: Service Station Guide
Service Station Guide Windshield Washer Fluid Cooling System Battery Tire Pressure See Section 6 See Section 5 See Section 6 a More See Section 6 Detailed Look at Spare Tire Pressure What's Under the Hood See Section 5 See Section 6 Alternate Hood Release Fuel Door Release...
Page 13: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle 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. Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone Here Are Questions Many People Ask About...
Page 14: Seats And Seat Controls
Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats adjust them and also about reclining seatbacks and head restraints. Manual Front Seat CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving.
Page 15 To adjust the power seats: Horizontal Control: Raise or lower the front of the seat by pressing the forward edge of the control up or down. Raise or lower the rear of the seat by holding the rear edge of the control up or down. Move the seat higher or lower by holding the whole control up or down.
Page 16 Memory Seat and Mirrors (Option) The controls for the memory seat and mirrors are located on the driver’s door panel, and are used to program and recall previous settings that have been stored. Adjust the driver’s seat (including the lumbar adjustments) and both the outside mirrors to the position for driving.
Page 17: Reclining Front Seatbacks
Heated Front Seats (Option) This option is only available if your vehicle is equipped with the power lumbar control. The front seat controls are located on the center console. Push the ON part of the button once for a HI setting or twice for a LO setting.
Page 18 But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job.
Page 19: Head Restraints
Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly.
Page 20: Why Safety Belts Work
In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn’t survive.
Page 21 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop.
Page 22 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel ... In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... 1-10...
Page 23: Here Are Questions Many People Ask About
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. Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers...
Page 24: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident even one that isn’t your fault and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers.
Page 25: Lap-Shoulder Belt
Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see “Seats” in the Index) so you can sit up straight. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted.
Page 26 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 27 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body.
Page 28 What’s wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. 1-16 CAUTION: 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 29 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. CAUTION: 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 30 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. 1-18 CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it.
Page 31: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
Page 32: Right Front Passenger Position
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Page 33 CAUTION: You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren’t wearing your safety belt have air bags. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. Air bags are “supplemental restraints”...
Page 34 CAUTION: Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position for air bag inflation before and during a crash.
Page 35: How The Air Bag Systems Work
There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See “Air Bag Readiness Light” in the Index for more information.
Page 36 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. 1-24 The right front passenger’s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door.
Page 37 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering and don’t let seat covers block...
Page 38 What makes an air bag inflate? In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. For both frontal and side impact air bags, the sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the air bag.
Page 39 CAUTION: When an air bag inflates, there is dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but can’t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or a door.
Page 40: Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
NOTICE: If 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 41: Lap Belt
Center Passenger Position Lap Belt If your vehicle has front and rear bench seats, someone can sit in the center positions. When you sit in a center seating position, 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.
Page 42: Rear Seat Passengers
To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. 1-30 Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender”...
Page 43: Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. shoulder 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 44 If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.
Page 45 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 46: Smaller Children And Babies
To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. 1-34 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 size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints.
Page 47 CAUTION: 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 it should.
Page 48 CAUTION: Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can’t hold it. For example, in a crash CAUTION: (Continued) 1-36 CAUTION: (Continued) at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 will suddenly become a 240...
Page 49: Child Restraints
Child Restraints Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have protection provided by appropriate restraints. What are the different types of add child restraints? on child restraints are available in four basic types. When selecting a child restraint, take into consideration not only the child’s weight and size, but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it...
Page 50 A rear facing infant restraint (B) positions an infant to face the rear of the vehicle. Rear facing infant restraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs. (9 kg) and about one year of age. This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant’s head, neck and body can have the support they need in a frontal crash.
Page 51 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 52 A booster seat (F) is designed for children who are about 40 to 60 lbs., or even up to 80 lbs. (18 to 27 kg, or even up to 36 kg), and about four to eight years of age. A booster seat is designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system.
Page 53: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat. Never put a rear child restraint in the front passenger seat.
Page 54: Top Strap
Top Strap In Canada, the law requires that forward restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored. In the United States, some child restraints also have a top strap. If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored.
Page 55: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Outside Seat Position
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 56 3. 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. 1-44 4. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint.
Page 57: Securing A Child Restraint In The Center Rear Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position You’ll be using the lap belt. 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. CAUTION: A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front...
Page 58 1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. 2. Put the restraint on the seat. 3. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.
Page 59: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt. It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat.
Page 60 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-48...
Page 61: Larger Children
6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 7.
Page 62 Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. Children who aren’t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash. Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are.
Page 63 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen.
Page 64: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you.
Page 65: Section 2 Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem.
Page 66 Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 67 If you need a new key, contact your dealer who can obtain the correct key code. Remember to carry the delivery. (This service is unavailable in Canada.) In an emergency, call Pontiac Roadside Assistance at There is also a VALET In Canada, call 1 key which only operates the driver’s door and...
Page 68: Door Locks
Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. This may not be so obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked.
Page 69: Programmable Automatic Door Locks
Central Door Unlocking System If your vehicle has a theft deterrent system, all doors will unlock if the key is held in the outside key cylinder unlock position for more than two seconds. The doors will also unlock if the key is turned to the unlock position twice in three seconds.
Page 70 Mode 3: All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P). All doors automatically unlock when shifted into PARK (P). Mode 4: All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P). Only the driver’s door automatically unlocks when the key is turned to OFF. (DIC equipped vehicles only) Mode 5: All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P).
Page 71: Delayed Locking
Delayed Locking This feature lets the driver delay the actual locking of the vehicle. When the driver’s power door lock switch or the remote keyless entry lock button is pressed, with the key removed from the ignition and the driver’s door open, a chime will sound three times to signal that the delayed locking system is active.
Page 72: Rear Door Security Lock
To turn this feature on, repeat the previous procedure. This procedure changes the mode for only the transmitter used to change this setting. The procedure will need to be repeated for the second transmitter. If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center (DIC), you must program this feature through the DIC.
Page 73: Leaving Your Vehicle
Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your door and set the locks from the inside. Then get out and close the door. You may also use the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter after shutting the doors. If your vehicle has a theft deterrent system, see “Universal Theft...
Page 74: Operation
Operation The driver’s door will unlock and the exterior lamps may flash twice when the button with the unlock symbol is pressed. The fuel door will also unlock when unlock is pressed, if you have the optional fuel door lock. If the button with the unlock symbol is pressed again within five seconds, all doors will unlock.
Page 75 Personalization Features The following list of features that are available on your vehicle can be programmed to each driver’s preference for each of the remote keyless entry transmitters: Programmable Automatic Door Locks Security Feedback Delayed Locking Perimeter Lighting Seat and Mirror Recall For more detailed information and programming instructions, refer to the Index for each individual feature listed above.
Page 76: Battery Replacement
This procedure changes the mode for only the transmitter used to change this setting. The procedure will need to be repeated for the second transmitter. If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center (DIC), you must program this feature through the DIC.
Page 77 For battery replacement, use one Duracell type DL 2032, or a similar type. To replace the battery: 1. Insert a coin into the notch near the key ring. Turn the coin counterclockwise to separate the two halves of the transmitter. 2.
Page 78: Trunk Lock Release
Trunk CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid:...
Page 79 Remote Trunk Release Lockout (Option) To secure items in the trunk, lock the glove box with the master key and take your key and remote keyless entry transmitter with you. The gray valet key cannot open the trunk or the glovebox. Trunk Security Override (Option) Pressing the trunk symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter opens the trunk even if the glove box is locked.
Page 80 Universal Theft Deterrent (Option) If your vehicle has this option, it has a theft alarm system. With this system, the SECURITY light will flash as you open the door (if your ignition is in OFF). This light on the instrument panel cluster reminds you to activate the theft system when leaving...
Page 81: Testing The Alarm
Testing the Alarm 1. From inside the vehicle, roll down the window. 2. Activate the system by locking the doors with the power door lock switch while the door is open, or with the remote keyless entry transmitter. 3. Get out of the vehicle, close the door and wait for the SECURITY light to go out.
Page 82 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 83 To program the new key: 1. Insert the current driver’s key (black in color) in the ignition and start the engine. If the engine will not start, see your dealer for service. 2. After the engine has started, turn the key to OFF, and remove the key.
Page 84: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition, you can turn the switch to four different positions. LOCK (A): This is the only position from which you can remove the key. This position locks your ignition and transaxle. It’s a theft deterrent feature.
Page 85: Starting Your Engine
START (D): This position starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return to RUN for normal driving. Even if the engine is not running, ACCESSORY and RUN are positions that allow you to operate your electrical accessories.
Page 86: Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
NOTICE: 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. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter.
Page 87: Automatic Transaxle Operation
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The engine coolant heater cord is located on the passenger’s side of the vehicle, above the headlamp assembly. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110 CAUTION: Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock.
Page 88 PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.
Page 89 NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed. CAUTION: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is “racing”...
Page 90: Parking Brake
NOTICE: Don’t drive in SECOND (2) for more than 5 miles (8 km), or at speeds over 55 mph (90 km/h), or you can damage your transaxle. Use AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D) or THIRD (3) as much as possible. Don’t shift into SECOND (2) unless you are going slower than 65 mph (105 km/h), or you can damage your engine.
Page 91: Shifting Into Park (P)
If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on and a single chime will be heard. If you start to drive with the parking brake set, a chime will sound after the vehicle has traveled approximately 40 feet (12 m).
Page 92: Steering Column Shift Lever
Steering Column Shift Lever 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this: Pull the lever toward you. 2-28 Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3.
Page 93: Leaving Your Vehicle With The Engine Running
Console Shift Lever (Option) 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this: Hold in the button on the lever. Push the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle.
Page 94: Torque Lock
Torque Lock If you are parking on a 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 95: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell.
Page 96: Running Your Engine While You're Parked
Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust”).
Page 97: Power Windows
Windows Power Windows Switches on the driver’s door panel operate each of the windows when the ignition is on or when Retained Accessory Power is active. In addition, each passenger door has a switch for its own window. Express Down Windows When the driver’s and front passenger’s window switch is pushed all the way rearward, the window will lower completely.
Page 98: Tilt Wheel
Tilt Wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you.
Page 99: Turn And Lane Change Signals
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 all the way up or down.
Page 100: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Turn the control to this symbol to turn on the: Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Turn the headlamp control to this symbol to turn on the: Headlamps Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Turn the headlamp switch back to the off position to turn all of the lamps and lights off.
Page 101: Lamps On Reminder
Lamps On Reminder If you open the driver’s door while leaving the headlamps or parking lamps on and the key is in LOCK, you will hear a warning chime. Flash-To-Pass Feature This feature lets you use your high signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. It works even if your headlamps are off.
Page 102: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer At the end of the wiper lever, there’s a button. To spray washer fluid on the windshield, push the button until you have enough fluid to clean the windshield. The wipers will clear the window and either stop or return to your preset speed.
Page 103 CAUTION: Cruise control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control.
Page 104 Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise lever up to R/A (resume/accelerate) briefly.
Page 105: Daytime Running Lamps
Ending Cruise Control There are three ways to turn off the cruise control: Step lightly on the brake pedal, move the cruise switch to OFF, or push the cruise lever toward the driver. Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your cruise control set speed memory is erased.
Page 106: Fog Lamps
If the knob was already in OFF, it must be cycled to ON and back to OFF. Turn the knob clockwise to turn the exterior lighting back on. The lamps will come back on automatically when you put the transaxle in gear. The Twilight Sentinel will keep your headlamps on for up to three minutes, to light your way when you leave your vehicle.
Page 107: Illuminated Entry
At night, you can turn off all exterior lamps when you are in PARK (P) by turning the Twilight Sentinel knob all the way to OFF. If the knob was already in OFF, it must be cycled to ON then back to OFF, to turn the exterior lighting off.
Page 108: Delayed Entry Lighting
Delayed Entry Lighting When you open the door to enter your vehicle, the interior lamps will come on if it is dark outside. When you close the door with the ignition off, the interior lamps will stay on for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned on.
Page 109: Front Reading Lamps
4. Press the instant alarm on the transmitter again. Perimeter lighting is disabled and the horn will chirp once. 5. Release the door lock switch. The perimeter lighting feature is now off. To turn the feature on: 1. Keep all doors closed, vehicle in PARK (P) and the ignition on throughout this procedure.
Page 110: Rear Reading Lamps
Rear Reading Lamps The rear reading lamps will come on as courtesy lamps when you open any of the doors while it is dark outside. They will also come on as part of the interior lighting features listed previously. To turn on a reading lamp when the doors are closed, press either switch.
Page 111 If your vehicle’s battery remains in a heavy discharge condition for a long period of time, the blower fan, rear defogger, heated seats and heated mirrors will be disabled and the DIC will display BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE. This can happen either under long periods of idling or low speed driving with high electrical loading, or in the event of a charging system fault.
Page 112: Power Remote Control Mirrors
Mirror Operation To turn on the automatic dimming feature, press AUTO. To turn off automatic dimming, press OFF. The amber indicator light will be illuminated when this feature is active. Time Delay The automatic mirror has a time delay feature which prevents unnecessary switching from the night position back to the day position.
Page 113: Convex Outside Mirror
To adjust a mirror, move the arrow control in the direction you want that mirror to go. Leave the L/R switch in the center position to disable mirror movement by the arrow control. Adjust each outside mirror so that your vehicle is barely visible in the mirror. If your vehicle is equipped with the memory seat and mirrors feature, these mirror positions, along with the driver’s seat position can be stored in memory.
Page 114: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
Storage Compartments Glove Box Use the master key to lock and unlock the glove box. To open, lift the latch release on the left side of the glove box door. The VALET key will not work in the glove box door lock.
Page 115: Sun Visors
To open a rear ashtray, lift the cover. NOTICE: Don’t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays. If you do, cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire, causing damage. The cigarette lighter is located next to the storage tray. To use a lighter, just push the center in all the way and let it go.
Page 116: Accessory Power Outlet
Air Inflator System (Option) Some vehicles have an air inflator for use in maintaining proper air pressure for the tires. The air inflator is located in the trunk. The air inflator will work only with the ignition on. Pressing the AIR button will activate the inflator for ten minutes.
Page 117: Onstar System (If Equipped)
The accessory power outlet will only operate when the ignition key is in the RUN position and for 10 minutes after turning the ignition OFF. If you would like the accessory power outlet to operate regardless of ignition position, and for unlimited periods of time, see “Engine Compartment Bussed Electrical Center”...
Page 118 Express Sunroof (Option) If your vehicle is equipped with this option, the switch is located between the sun visors. The sunroof switch can be operated in four directions to control sunroof movement. The switch will work only when the ignition is on or when the ignition is off and the Retained Accessory Power is active.
Page 119: Homelink Transmitter
HomeLink Transmitter (If Equipped) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 120 3. Using both hands, press the hand button and the desired button on the HomeLink Transmitter. Continue to press both buttons through Step 4. 4. Hold down both buttons until you see the indicator light on the HomeLink Transmitter flash slowly and then rapidly.
Page 121: Erasing Channels
“Rolling Code” Programming (If Equipped) If you have not previously programmed the hand transmitter to the HomeLink Transmitter, see “Programming the HomeLink Transmitter” listed previously. If you have completed this programming already, you now need to train the garage door opener motor head unit to recognize the HomeLink Transmitter.
Page 122 The Instrument Panel Your Information System 2-58...
Page 123 A. Air Outlets B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever C. Audio System Steering Wheel Controls D. Windshield Wiper Lever E. Steering Column Shift Lever F. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls G. Audio System H. Hazard Warning Flashers Control I. Twilight Sentinel and Fog Lamp Controls J.
Page 124 Instrument Panel Clusters The instrument panel clusters are designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically. Your vehicle is equipped with one of these instrument panel clusters, which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages.
Page 125 Cluster with DIC (United States version shown, Canada similar) 2-61...
Page 126 Cluster with DIC and Boost Gage (United States version shown, Canada similar) 2-62...
Page 127: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in miles per hour (mph) or 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 128: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement.
Page 129: Air Bag Readiness Light
If the driver’s belt is already buckled, the light will come on briefly, but the chime will not sound. Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions.
Page 130 Battery Warning Light (If Equipped) This light will come on briefly when you start the vehicle, as a check to show you it is working; then it should go out. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system.
Page 131: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away.
Page 132: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light United States With the anti lock brake system, the light(s) will come on when you turn the key to RUN and may stay on for five seconds. That’s normal. If the light stays on, turn the ignition to OFF. Or, if the light comes on when you’re driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off.
Page 133 The traction control system warning light may come on for the following reasons: If you turn the system off by pressing the TRACTION CONTROL button located on the center console, the warning light will come on and stay on. To turn the system back on, press the button again.
Page 134: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
The optional Traction Control System is active and is limiting wheel spin. You may feel the system working, but this is normal. Slippery road conditions may exist, so adjust your driving accordingly. If the LOW TRAC light comes on, slippery road conditions may exist, so you should consider slowing down and adjusting your driving accordingly.
Page 135: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Tire Pressure Light (If Equipped) The check tire pressure system can alert you to a large change in the pressure of one tire. After the system has been properly calibrated, the TIRE PRESS light will come on if a pressure difference (low pressure) is detected in one tire.
Page 136 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 137 If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle. Turn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine.
Page 138: Oil Pressure Gage
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things you need to know in order to help your vehicle pass an inspection: Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the SERVICE ENGINE SOON light is on or not...
Page 139 On vehicles with the optional DIC, a CHECK GAGES OIL PRESSURE message will be displayed and a warning chime will sound. See “DIC Warnings and Messages” in the Index for more information. CAUTION: Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire.
Page 140: Low Washer Fluid Warning Light
Service Vehicle Soon Light (If Equipped) This light will come on briefly as a bulb check when your ignition is turned to RUN. This light will come on and a warning chime will sound if you have a certain non emissions related vehicle problem.
Page 141 Check Gages Warning Light (If Equipped) This light is part of the systems monitor. It will come on briefly as a bulb check when your ignition is turned to RUN. If this light comes on and stays on while you are driving, check your gages for fuel, coolant temperature, oil pressure and voltage.
Page 142: Fuel Gage
Fuel Gage United States When the ignition is on, your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have in your tank. 2-78 When the gage reads in the yellow band, a warning chime will sound and the CHECK GAGES warning light will come on.
Page 143: Head - Up Display (Option)
Boost Gage (If Equipped) Vehicles equipped with the supercharged engine have this boost gage that indicates vacuum during light to moderate throttle and boost under heavier throttle. The gage displays the air pressure level going into the engine’s combustion chamber. The gage is automatically centered at zero every time the ignition key is turned to RUN.
Page 144 HUD shows these images when they are lighted on the instrument panel. The speedometer may display a difference of 1 mph (1.6 km/h) from the HUD image. This is normal. When the ignition key is turned to RUN, all possible HUD images will come on, then the HUD will operate normally.
Page 145 The HUD controls are located to the left of the steering column. 1. Start your engine and turn the HUD dimmer all of the way clockwise. The brightness of the HUD image is determined by ambient light, and where you have set the HUD dimmer control.
Page 146 If you can’t see the HUD image when the ignition is on, check to see if: The HUD unit is covered, the HUD dimmer control is adjusted correctly, the HUD image is adjusted to the proper height, or a fuse in the fuse panel may be blown. See “Fuses and Circuit Breakers”...
Page 147 The following warning lights are displayed in the systems monitor: CHECK OIL LEVEL: This message could mean your oil level is low. If it comes on for more than five seconds, see “Check Oil Level Warning Light” in the Index. WASHER FLUID: This message means your washer fluid tank is less than about 30 percent full.
Page 148: Driver Information Center
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Option) Your vehicle may have the optional Driver Information Center (DIC). The DIC will display information about how your vehicle is functioning, as well as warning messages if a system problem is detected. DIC Displays and Controls There are two lines in the DIC display.
Page 149 The following buttons are on the DIC control panel which is located to the right of the instrument panel cluster: TRIP RESET: Allows you to reset your trip odometer. To reset the trip odometer, press the TRIP RESET button. The trip odometer will now accumulate miles (kilometers) until the next reset.
Page 150 Battery Volts: On vehicles with a supercharged engine, press the SELECT button until the display shows BATTERY VOLTS. If the voltage is normal the display will show BATTERY ## VOLTS. If the voltage drops below 10.5 volts for 30 seconds, the battery volts display will show BATTERY LOW.
Page 151: Electronic Compass
Electronic Compass Some vehicles are equipped with an electronic compass. As with all compasses, this unit senses the earth’s magnetic field to show the direction the vehicle is pointing. The earth’s magnetic field is not always the same direction as true north as we know it. So, you must enter a zone number to tell the compass the difference between magnetic and actual north.
Page 152 Changing Your Zone Number 1. Press MODE to display COMPASS CALIBRATION. 2. Press SELECT to display RESET CHANGES ZONE. 3. Press RESET until your number appears. 4. Press MODE to exit the COMPASS CALIBRATION MODE and store the new zone number. When the MODE button is pressed, the DIC will return to the VEHICLE DATA mode.
Page 153: Driver Identifier Dic Display
Be aware that metal objects are sometimes buried in the ground. They can affect accuracy and you may not know they are there. As an example, many concrete roads have metal reinforcements inside. Also, if you drive with the trunk open, this could affect accuracy and could decalibrate the compass.
Page 154 When you press the button with the unlock symbol on your transmitter, the DIC will automatically change driver numbers and the vehicle will recall the personalization settings that were last made to correspond to your transmitter, including your radio and comfort control settings.
Page 155 Scroll through the following messages and feature options: AUTO DOOR LOCKS OFF/ON UNLOCK OFF/ON UNLOCK KEY OFF/PARK DOOR TO UNLOCK DRIVER/ALL WINDOW LOCKOUT R + PASS/REAR KEYLESS FEEDBACK OFF/ON LIGHTS FEEDBACK OFF/ON HORN FEEDBACK OFF/ON DELAYED LOCKING OFF/ON PERIMETER LIGHTS OFF/ON PERIMETER LIGHTS TIMEOUT 15 SEC...
Page 156 If you choose OFF for AUTO DOOR LOCKS, your door locks will operate normally with no automatic feature. If you choose ON for AUTO DOOR LOCKS, ON for UNLOCK and KEY OFF, your doors will lock every time you shift out of PARK (P), and the doors will unlock every time you stop and turn the ignition to OFF.
Page 157 Security Feedback By choosing different combinations of these selections, you can choose the type of transmitter activated feedback when locking and unlocking your vehicle with your transmitter. Each time you make a selection by pressing the RESET button, press the SELECT button to record your choice.
Page 158 Perimeter Lighting Personalization When the button with the unlock symbol on the transmitter is pressed, the Daytime Running Lamps (high beams at reduced intensity), parking lamps and back up lamps will turn on if it is dark enough according to the Twilight Sentinel You can control activation of this feature by choosing OFF or ON when the PERIMETER LIGHTS choice is displayed on the DIC.
Page 159: Dic Warnings And Messages
Parallel Park Assist (If Equipped) The parallel park assist mirror, which tips the passenger mirror while the vehicle is in REVERSE (R), can be made active or inactive through the DIC. When TILT MIRROR OFF/ON appears on the display, use the RESET button to toggle the arrow between OFF and ON.
Page 160 EXP (Export ID) ..... . . SERVICE AIR BAG ....CHECK CHARGE SYSTEM .
Page 161 Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls Air Conditioning Heating Defogging and Defrosting...
Page 162: Comfort Controls
Comfort Controls This section tells you how to make your air system work for you. 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 163 Mode Buttons You may choose the direction of air delivery by selecting one of the five mode control buttons. PANEL: This setting directs airflow through the upper air outlets located in the instrument panel. LEVEL: This setting directs airflow through both the upper air outlets and the lower floor outlets.
Page 164 When the weather is cool or damp, operating in RECIRC for extended periods of time may cause fogging of the vehicle’s windows. To clear the fog, switch back to outside air by turning off RECIRC, select either DEFOG or FRONT defrost mode and increase the fan speed.
Page 165 Temperature Knob (Passenger’s Side) The passenger’s side knob changes the temperature of the air coming through the system on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. Turn the knob toward the blue area to decrease the set temperature. Turn the knob toward the red area to increase the set temperature.
Page 166 Automatic Operation When the system is set for AUTO, your climate control system will control the air delivery mode, fan speed, A/C and RECIRC operations. Air will come from the floor, panel or windshield outlets. The fan speed will vary as the system maintains the selected temperature setting.
Page 167 Manual Operation You may also manually adjust the air delivery mode or fan speed. FLOOR: Manually selecting FLOOR mode by cycling through the MODE settings will deliver air to the floor outlets. DEFOG: Manually selecting DEFOG by cycling through the MODE settings will deliver air to the floor and windshield outlets.
Page 168: Air Conditioning
When the weather is cool or damp, operating in RECIRC for extended periods of time may cause fogging of the vehicle’s windows. To clear the fog, press the OUTSIDE AIR button and select either DEFOG or FRONT defrost. Be sure A/C OFF is not selected to allow the air conditioning compressor to run automatically and help dehumidify the air.
Page 169: Heating
Heating If you have the standard system, on cold days use FLOOR with the temperature knob in the red area. If you have the electronic system, press AUTO and adjust the temperature by turning the TEMP knob up or down. You may also adjust the electronic system manually by pressing the MODE button and selecting FLOOR.
Page 170: Rear Window Defogger
Rear Window Defogger The lines you see on the rear window warm the glass. Press the button to start warming your window. A light will glow in the button while the defogger is working. If your vehicle is equipped with heated mirrors, this button will activate them.
Page 171 Your vehicle has air outlets that allow you to adjust the direction and amount of airflow inside the vehicle. Move the knob in the center of each outlet up, down or side side to direct the air from the outlet. Use the control dial in the center to shut the outlet off.
Page 172: Audio Systems
Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction such as leaves. The heater and defroster will work better, reducing the chance of fogging your windows. In cool damp weather, minimize your use of RECIRC to reduce the chance of fogging your windows.
Page 173: Am-Fm Stereo With Cassette Tape Player
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System (RDS) (If Equipped) Playing the Radio VOL: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. To increase volume, turn the knob clockwise. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. SCV: Your system has a feature called Speed Compensated Volume (SCV).
Page 174 SCAN: Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds until the SCAN icon appears on the display and you hear a beep. Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds. The radio will go to a station, stop for a few seconds, then go on to the next station.
Page 175 EQ: This feature allows you to choose preset bass, mid and treble equalization settings designed for different individual listening tastes. Press EQ to select the desired preset equalization setting. Each time you press EQ, another setting will appear on the display. You can preset up to six equalization settings.
Page 176 TRAF: Press this button to receive traffic announcements. The traffic announcement brackets will appear on the display. TRAF will appear on the display if the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements. If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements, the radio will seek to a station that does.
Page 177 PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite Program Types (PTYs). These buttons have factory PTY presets. You can set up to 12 PTYs (six FM1 and six FM2). Just: 1. Press PROG TYPE, if it is not already on. 2.
Page 178 Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player.
Page 179 PROG (2): Press this button to play the other side of the tape. REV (4): Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly. Press it again to return to playing speed. The radio will play the last selected station while the tape reverses. You may select stations during REV operation by using TUNE.
Page 180: With Programmable Equalization And Radio
CLEAN PLAYER: If this message appears on the display, the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player. See “Care of Your Cassette Tape Player” in the Index. After you clean the player, press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLEAN PLAYER indicator.
Page 181 SCV: Your system has a feature called Speed Compensated Volume (SCV). With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select MIN, MED or MAX.
Page 182 PRESET SCAN: Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for more than four seconds until the PSCAN icon and the preset number appear on the display. You will hear a double beep. Use PRESET SCAN to listen to each of your preset stations for a few seconds. The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons, stop for a few seconds, then go on to the next preset station.
Page 183 Using RDS Mode Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS mode gives you many useful new features. With RDS, the radio can: Seek only to stations with the types of programs you want to listen to, seek to stations with traffic announcements, receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies, and...
Page 184 PROG TYPE: This button is used to turn on and off Program Type (PTY) select. The P appear on the display and the SELECT LED indicator next to the SELECT knob will light. The last selected PTY will appear on the display for five seconds. Turn the SELECT knob to select the PTY you want to listen to.
Page 185 ALTERNATE FREQUENCY: This feature allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type. Press and hold AM FM for two seconds to turn alternate frequency on. AF ON will appear on the display. The radio may switch to stronger stations. Press and hold AM FM again for two seconds to turn alternate frequency off.
Page 186 FWD (1): Press and hold this button to advance quickly within a track. Release it to play the passage. You will hear sound at a reduced volume. The display will show elapsed time. RDM (3): Press this button to hear the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order.
Page 187: Am - Fm Stereo With Cassette Tape And Compact Disc Player With Programmable
EJECT: Press this button to remove the disc. The radio will play. EJECT may be activated with either the ignition or radio off. CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first. AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System (RDS) (If Equipped)
Page 188 PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2). Just: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press AM FM to select the band. 3.
Page 189 You can preset up to six equalization settings. Just: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Use the TONE button and the SELECT knob to select the desired equalization. 3. Press and hold EQ for two seconds. SELECT EQ # will appear on the display. The EQ icon will flash. 4.
Page 190 TRAF: Press this button to receive traffic announcements. The traffic announcement brackets will appear on the display. TRAF will appear on the display if the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements. If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements, the radio will seek to a station that does.
Page 191 PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite Program Types (PTYs). These buttons have factory PTY presets. You can set up to 12 PTYs (six FM1 and six FM2). Just: 1. Press PROG TYPE, if it is not already on. 2.
Page 192 Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player.
Page 193 PROG (2): Press this button to play the other side of the tape. REV (4): Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly. Press it again to return to playing speed. The radio will play the last selected station while the tape reverses. You may select stations during REV operation by using TUNE.
Page 194 CLEAN PLAYER: If this message appears on the display, the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player. See “Care of Your Cassette Tape Player” in the Index. After you clean the player, press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLEAN PLAYER indicator.
Page 195 REV (4): Press and hold this button to reverse quickly within a track. Release it to play the passage. You will hear sound at a reduced volume. The display will show elapsed time. EQ: Press EQ to select the desired preset equalization setting while playing a compact disc.
Page 196: Trunk-Mounted Cd Changer (Option)
Trunk-Mounted CD Changer (Option) With the optional compact disc changer, you can play up to 12 discs continuously. Normal size discs may be played using the trays supplied in the magazine. 3-36 You must first load the magazine with discs before you can play a compact disc.
Page 197 Once you have loaded the discs in the magazine, slide open the door of the compact disc (CD) changer. Push the magazine into the changer in the direction of the arrow marked on top of the magazine. Close the door by sliding it all the way to the right. When the door is closed, the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine.
Page 198 All of the CD functions are controlled by the radio buttons except for ejecting the magazine. Whenever a CD magazine with discs is loaded in the changer and the door is closed, the compact disc symbol will appear on the radio display. If the CD changer is checking the magazine for CDs, the compact disc symbol will flash on the display until the changer is ready to play.
Page 199 RDM (3): Press this button to enter the multi random play mode. RANDOM ALL will appear on the display. The tracks on all the discs will play in random order. Press and hold this button to enter the single random play mode. RANDOM ONE will appear on the display and a chime will sound.
Page 200: Theft - Deterrent Feature Rds Radios
Theft Deterrent Feature RDS Radios THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio. The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). If the radio is moved to a different vehicle, it will not operate and LOCKED will be displayed.
Page 201: Understanding Radio Reception
FM: Press this button to select AM, FM1 or FM2. The band you select will be displayed. The frequency will also be displayed and, if the station is in stereo, the stereo indicator will also be displayed. If a cassette tape or compact disc is playing, the tape or disc will stop playing and the radio will play.
Page 202: Tips About Your Audio System
Cellular Phone Usage Cellular phone usage may cause interference with your vehicle’s radio. This interference may occur when making or receiving phone calls, charging the phone’s battery or simply having the phone “on”. This interference is described as an increased level of static while listening to the radio.
Page 203: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player.
Page 204: Care Of Your Compact Disc Player
Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised, due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism. Diversity Antenna System Your AM FM antennas are located in the front windshield and rear window.
Page 205: Section 4 Your Driving And The Road
Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Traction Control System (If Equipped) Steering...
Page 206: Defensive Driving
Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: 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 207: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision...
Page 208 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 a somewhat lower BAC level.
Page 209 But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent.
Page 210: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle You 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. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide.
Page 211: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This 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 212 Here’s how anti lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens with ABS. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels.
Page 213: Braking In Emergencies
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 214: Power Steering
See “Traction Control System Warning Light” in the Index. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. The traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you should always leave the system on.
Page 215: Steering Tips
Steering Tips Driving on Curves It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here’s why: Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves.
Page 216: Steering In Emergencies
Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 217: Off - Road Recovery
Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.
Page 218 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops.
Page 219: Loss Of Control
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 220: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. 4-16 Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively.
Page 221: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
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 222 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road and even people walking. It’s wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid.
Page 223: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road.
Page 224: Driving Through Flowing Water
Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION: Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. If you try to drive through flowing water, as you might at a low water crossing, your vehicle can be carried away. As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle.
Page 225: Freeway Driving
Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip.
Page 226: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
If it needs service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you’ll find experienced and able service experts in Pontiac dealerships all across North America. They’ll be ready and willing to help if you need it. such as after a day’s...
Page 227: Highway Hypnosis
Here are some things you can check before a trip: Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean inside and outside? Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble...
Page 228: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain. 4-24 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable.
Page 229 CAUTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they wouldn’t work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill.
Page 230: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. 4-26 Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles.
Page 231: Driving On Snow Or Ice
Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have a lot less traction or “grip”...
Page 232: If You're Caught In A Blizzard
Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See “Anti Lock”...
Page 233 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 234: Recreational Vehicle Towing
Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can.
Page 235 The other label is the Certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver’s door. It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle.
Page 236: Electronic Level Control
CAUTION: Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Put things in the trunk of your vehicle. In a trunk, put them as far forward as you can. Try to spread the weight evenly.
Page 237: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
That’s the reason for this part. 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 a trailer. Load pulling components such as the engine, transaxle, wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder...
Page 238: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Customer Assistance Center Pontiac GMC Division P.O. Box 436008 Pontiac, MI 48343 6008 In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 1908 Colonel Sam Drive...
Page 239: Total Weight On Your Vehicle's Tires
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 have a weight 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 240: Driving With A Trailer
Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer.
Page 241: Turn Signals When Towing A Trailer
Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer.
Page 242: Driving On Grades
When towing a trailer, the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out. Thus, you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not. It’s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working.
Page 243: Maintenance When Trailer Towing
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: Start your engine; Shift into a gear; and Release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3.
Page 244: Section 5 Problems On The Road
Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Cooling System If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire Compact Spare Tire If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow...
Page 245: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. Press this button in to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off.
Page 246: Jump Starting
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 follow the steps listed to do it safely. You will not see the battery under the hood of your vehicle, since it is located under the rear seat on the passenger’s side.
Page 247 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems.
Page 248 Start by lifting and moving the red positive (+) remote terminal cover Using a match near a battery can cause battery away from the gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, relay center. and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light.
Page 249 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could also be damaged. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) and negative ( ) will go to a heavy, unpainted metal engine part or a body metal surface.
Page 250 7. Don’t let the other end of the cable touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Now connect the black negative ( the good battery’s negative ( Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next...
Page 251 It goes to a heavy, unpainted metal engine part on the vehicle with the dead battery. 9. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 10. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery. If it won’t start after a few tries, it probably needs service.
Page 252: Towing Your Vehicle
Towing Your Vehicle CAUTION: To help avoid serious personal injury to you or others: Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed. Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured. Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck.
Page 253: Engine Overheating
Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage or a DIC warning message about a hot engine on your vehicle’s instrument panel. See “Coolant Temperature Gage” and “DIC Warnings and Messages” in the Index. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5-10 CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you...
Page 254: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: Climb a long hill on a hot day. Stop after high speed driving.
Page 255 CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down.
Page 256 NOTICE: When adding coolant, it is important that you use 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 will require change sooner 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first.
Page 257 NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. 5-14 CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough.
Page 258 CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap, is hot.
Page 259: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops.
Page 260 3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. (See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture.) COOL 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark.
Page 261 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fans. 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper DEX COOL through the filler neck until the level reaches the...
Page 262: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout,” here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side.
Page 263: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. 5-20 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. 1. Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk. 2.
Page 264 The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) and wheel wrench (B). Removing Wheel Covers and Wheel Nut Caps If you have steel wheels with full plastic wheel covers, loosen each nut cap using the wheel wrench. Please note that nut caps will not remove from the cover completely.
Page 265 If you have aluminum wheels with plastic nut caps, loosen and remove them using the wheel wrench. 5-22 If you have aluminum wheels and a center cover hides the wheel nuts, remove the center cover by using the flat end of the wrench to pry it off.
Page 266: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 2. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the jack lift head until it fits under the vehicle. 1. Use the wheel wrench to loosen the wheel nuts, but don’t remove them. 5-23...
Page 267 3. Put the jack head into a notch in the frame which is located near each wheel well. The front notch is 11 inches (28 cm) back from the front wheel well. The rear notch is 3.5 inches (9 cm) forward from the rear wheel well.
Page 268 4. Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit. 5. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. 6.
Page 269 CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 7. Place the compact spare tire on the wheel mounting surface. 8. Then reinstall the wheel nuts with rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel.
Page 270 10. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence. CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts.
Page 271 When reinstalling the full plastic wheel cover, align the valve stem with the opening. Start the nut cap by pushing it onto the lug nut with the wheel wrench. Tighten the nut caps snug using the wheel wrench. Then continue tightening quarter turn.
Page 272: Storing The Flat Tire And Tools
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools When reinstalling the center cover, do not use a hammer or mallet, as they could damage the cover. Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury.
Page 273: Storing The Spare Tire And Tools
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. The compact spare is for temporary use only.
Page 274: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated.
Page 275: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution.
Page 276: Section 6 Service And Appearance Care
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
Page 277: Doing Your Own Service Work
Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll...
Page 278: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
CAUTION: You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a 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 279 (See “Malfunction Indicator Lamp” in the Index.) If this occurs, return to your authorized Pontiac dealer for diagnosis 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 280: Fuels In Foreign Countries
NOTICE: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Don’t use it. It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. That damage wouldn’t be covered under your warranty. 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.
Page 281 While refueling, hang the tethered cap on the hook on the inside of the fuel door. To remove the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The cap has a spring in it; if you let go of the cap too soon, it will spring back to the right. CAUTION: If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned.
Page 282 NOTICE: If you need a new cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer can get one for you. If you get the wrong type, it may not fit properly. This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and your fuel tank and emissions system may be damaged.
Page 283: Checking Things Under The Hood
Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs.
Page 284: Hood Release
Hood Release 1. To open the hood, first pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle. It is next to the parking brake pedal near the floor. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and push up on the secondary hood release.
Page 285 3800 V6 Series II Engine (L36) When you open the hood on the 3800 (L36) engine, here’s what you will see (3800 Supercharged (L67) engine similar): A. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank B. Power Steering Fluid C. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick D.
Page 286: Checking Engine Oil
Supercharged Engine (If Equipped) Your vehicle may have a 3800 V6 (L67) Supercharged engine. The supercharger is a device designed to pump more air into the engine than it would normally use. This air, mixed with fuel, creates increased engine power.
Page 287: When To Add Engine Oil
Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD mark, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil.
Page 288: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for 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 289: Engine Oil Additives
As shown in the chart, SAE 10W 30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 5W to be colder than 60 F (16 C) before your next oil change. When it’s very cold, you should use SAE 30.
Page 290: What To Do With Used Oil
If none of them is true, use the long trip/highway maintenance schedule. Change the oil and filter every 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months occurs first. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower.
Page 291: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter The air cleaner/filter is on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. To check or replace the air cleaner/filter: 1. Loosen the two clips on top of the air cleaner housing and lift the filter cover tabs out of the housing.
Page 292: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
NOTICE: If the air cleaner/filter is off, a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily get into your engine, which will damage it. Always have the air cleaner/filter in place when you’re driving. Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, the outside air entering the vehicle is routed through a filter.
Page 293: Supercharger Oil
Supercharger Oil Unless you are technically qualified and have the proper tools, you should let your dealer or a qualified service center perform this maintenance. When to Check Check oil level every 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or every 36 months, whichever occurs first. What Kind of Oil to Use Use only the recommended supercharger oil.
Page 294: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90...
Page 295 Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows: Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range.
Page 296: How To Add Fluid
3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the cross hatched area. 4. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use.
Page 297: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only COOL extended life coolant.
Page 298: Checking Coolant
CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, your engine could get too hot but you wouldn’t get the overheat warning.
Page 299: Radiator Pressure Cap
Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank, but be careful not to spill it. CAUTION: Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly.
Page 300: Windshield Washer Fluid
Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located on the rear passenger side of the engine compartment. When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise.
Page 301: Adding Washer Fluid
Adding Washer Fluid The washer fluid warning light will come on when the ignition switch is ON and the fluid container is less than third full. On vehicles with the optional Driver Information Center (DIC), a WASHER FLUID LOW message will be displayed and a chime will sound letting you know to add windshield washer fluid to your vehicle.
Page 302: Brake Fluid
Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. It is filled with 3 brake fluid. There are 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 303: Brake Wear
When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake warning light will come on. If your vehicle has the Driver Information Center, the BRAKE FLUID LOW message will also be displayed. A chime will sound if you try to drive with this warning light on. See “Brake System Warning Light”...
Page 304: Brake Adjustment
CAUTION: The brake wear warning sound means that soon your brakes won’t work well. That could lead to an accident. When you hear the brake wear warning sound, have your vehicle serviced. NOTICE: Continuing to drive with worn could result in costly brake repair. Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied.
Page 305: Replacing Brake System Parts
Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM brake parts.
Page 306: Vehicle Storage
To be sure the vent hose (A) is properly attached, the vent hose connectors (B) must be securely reattached to the vent outlets (C) on each side of the battery, and the vent assembly grommet (D) must be secured to the floor pan (E). Vehicle Storage If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative (...
Page 307: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer’s service department. Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package.
Page 308 2. Lift the tabs to remove the bulb from the assembly. 3. Replace the bulb. Push the bulb assembly in and turn it clockwise to install the bulb assembly into the headlamp assembly. Headlamp Aiming Your vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system equipped with horizontal aim indicators.
Page 309 If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, the headlamp aim may be affected. Aim adjustment to the low beam may be necessary if it is difficult to see lane markers (for horizontal aim), or if oncoming drivers flash their high beams at you (for vertical aim).
Page 310 If you believe your headlamps need horizontal (left/right) adjustment, follow the horizontal aiming procedure. If you believe your headlamps need only vertical (up/down) adjustment, follow only the vertical aiming procedure. Adjustment screws can be turned with an E8 Torx socket or T15 Torx screwdriver. Headlamp Horizontal Aiming Turn the horizontal aiming screw (A) until the indicator (B) is lined up with zero.
Page 311 Headlamp Vertical Aiming 1. Find the aim dot on the lens of the lamps. 2. Measure the distance from the ground to the aim dot on each lamp; if left low beam, subtract two inches. Record this distance. 3. At the wall or other flat surface, measure from the floor to the recorded distance and draw a horizontal line the width of the vehicle.
Page 312 5. Turn the vertical aiming screw (C) until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal line. It is recommended to cover the lamp that is not being evaluated to better see the beam being aimed. 6-37...
Page 313 Front Turn Signals and Parking Lamps 1. Remove the two bolts with a 10 mm socket. 2. Use a large screwdriver by the outside mount to separate the lamp assembly from the outboard snap mounting pin. Slide the headlamp assembly outward and lift it out.
Page 314 4. Tip the headlamp assembly and while pressing the release, turn the bulb and socket counterclockwise to remove them. 5. Replace the bulb and socket. Then reconnect the wiring harness to the lamp assembly. 6. Slide the lamp assembly back into place by lining up the track on the bottom of the assembly with the guide on the vehicle.
Page 315 Rear Turn Signals, Stoplamps, Taillamps and Back-up Lamps For the proper bulb type, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. A. Back up Lamp B. Turn Signal C. Tail Lamp D. Tail/Brake Lamp 6-40 1. Open the trunk. Turn the screws located inside of the trunk counterclockwise and remove them.
Page 316: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See “Wiper Blade Check” in the Index for more information. To replace the wiper blade assembly: 1. Lift the wiper up from the windshield and set into the vertically locked position.
Page 317: Inflation -- Tire Pressure
Your new vehicle comes with high 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. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous.
Page 318: Check Tire Pressure System
NOTICE: Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right. It’s not. If your tires don’t have enough air (underinflation), you can get the following: Too much flexing Too much heat Tire overloading Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy.
Page 319 The CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) and the systems monitor TIRE PRESS light will come on if pressure difference (low pressure) is detected in one tire. The check tire pressure system may not alert you if: more than one tire is low, the vehicle is moving faster than 65 mph (105 km/h), the system is not yet calibrated,...
Page 320: Tire Inspection And Rotation
4. The display should change to read TIRE PRESSURE RESET. If TIRE PRESSURE RESET does not appear on the display after about five seconds, see your dealer for service. 5. When you release the button after seeing the TIRE PRESSURE RESET message, the display will change to read TIRE PRESSURE NORMAL.
Page 321 Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire Information label. Reset the Check Tire Pressure System. See “Check Tire Pressure System” in the Index. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened.
Page 322: Buying New Tires
Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number.
Page 323: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States.) The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires.
Page 324: Wheel Replacement
Temperature A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
Page 325: Tire Chains
CAUTION: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured.
Page 326: Appearance Care
NOTICE: (Continued) Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions. Follow that manufacturer’s instructions. To help avoid damage to your vehicle, drive slowly, readjust or remove the device if it’s contacting your vehicle, and don’t spin your wheels.
Page 327: Cleaning The Inside Of Your Vehicle
Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt.
Page 328: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine and blood can be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water. 2.
Page 329: Cleaning Interior Plastic Components
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions.
Page 330: Cleaning The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner, Bon Ami Powder (non glass cleaning powder), GM Part No. 1050011. The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water. Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance.
Page 331: Finish Care
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.” Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish.
Page 332: Cleaning Tires
Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Wheels (If Equipped) Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle.
Page 333: Chemical Paint Spotting
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 km) of purchase, whichever occurs first.
Page 334: Gm Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials PART NUMBER SIZE 994954 23 in. x 25 in. 1050172 16 oz. (0.473 L) 1050173 16 oz. (0.473 L) 1050174 16 oz. (0.473 L) 1050214 32 oz. (0.946 L) 1050427 23 oz. (0.680 L) 1052918** 8 oz. (0.237 L) 1052925 16 oz.
Page 335: Electrical System
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 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. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration.
Page 336: Power Windows And Other Power Options
Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by an internal circuit breaker. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. If this happens, have your headlamp system checked right away. Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker and a fuse.
Page 337 Engine Compartment Bussed Electrical Center (BEC) As mentioned above, the front BEC is located in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger’s side. Lift the cover to gain access. Fuse 22 or 23 can be moved to the outer position to enable the accessory power outlet or cigarette lighter when the ignition is not on.
Page 338 Minifuse Usage Headlamp High Beam Right Headlamp High Beam Left Ignition 1 Not Used Transaxle Cruise Control Injector Bank #2 Not Used Not Used Powertrain Control Module Ignition Oxygen Sensor Injector Bank #1 Auxiliary Power Cigar Lighter Fog Lamps/Daytime Running Lamps Horn Air Conditioning Clutch Mirco Relay...
Page 339: Removing The Rear Seat Cushion
Maxibreaker Usage Starter Maxifuse Usage Antilock Brake System Not Used Not Used Cooling Fan Secondary Cooling Fan Primary Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare Fuse Puller 6-64 Removing the Rear Seat Cushion NOTICE: The battery and main fuse boxes are located under the rear seat cushion.
Page 340 To reinstall the rear seat cushion: CAUTION: A safety belt that isn’t properly routed through the seat cushion or is twisted won’t provide the protection needed in a crash. If the safety belt hasn’t been routed through the seat cushion at all, it won’t be there to work for the next passenger.
Page 341 3. With the seat cushion lowered, push rearward and then press down on the seat cushion until the spring locks on both ends engage. 4. Check to make sure the safety belts are properly routed and that no portion of any safety belt is trapped under the seat.
Page 342 Minifuse Usage Not Used Lamps Park Right Ventilation Solenoid Ignition 1 Lamps Park Left Interior Lamp Dimmer Module Not Used Heated Seat Left Front Not Used Rear Door Modules Stoplamps PARK (P) / REVERSE (R) Audio Retained Accessory Power Not Used Not Used Passenger Door Module Body...
Page 343 Micro Relay Usage Retained Accessory Power Fuel Tank Door Lock Not Used Ignition 3 Fuel Tank Door Release Interior Lamps Trunk Release Front Courtesy Lamps Not Used Electronic Level Control Compressor Circuit Breaker Usage Power Seats Power Windows Mini Relay Usage Cigarette Lighter Rear Defog...
Page 344: Capacities And Specifications
Replacement Bulbs If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center, the messages will also appear on the Lamp Monitor to alert you that a bulb needs to be replaced. Exterior Lamps Front Parking/Turn Lamps Halogen Headlamps Low Beam High Beam Rear Taillamps...
Page 345: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft (140 N·m) Capacities Automatic Transaxle (Overdrive) Pan Removal and Replacement ... . . Complete Overhaul ..10.0 quarts (9.5 L) When draining or replacing torque converter, more fluid may be needed.
Page 346: Vehicle Dimensions
Vehicle Dimensions Wheelbase ....112.2 inches (285.0 cm) Tread Width Front ....62.4 inches (158.5 cm) Rear .
Page 347 L67 Engine Accessory Belt The Supercharged 3800 V6 (L67) engine uses two accessory drive belts. The inner belt drives the generator, power steering pump, coolant pump and air conditioning. The outer belt drives the supercharger. Each belt has its own tensioner and idler pulley. See “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 348: Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. Introduction Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance Part B: Owner Checks and Services Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants...
Page 349: Your Vehicle And The Environment
Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet, or your dealer for details. Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment.
Page 350: How This Section Is Organized
How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule 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 351: Using Your Maintenance Schedule
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 may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather.
Page 352: Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance Short Trip/City Definition Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing.
Page 353 Scheduled Maintenance Short Trip/City Intervals Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Automatic Transaxle Service (normal conditions). Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first). These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages.
Page 354: Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km).
Page 355 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 356 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary.
Page 357 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 358 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 359 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 360 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 _ F (32 _ C) or higher. –...
Page 361 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 362 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 363 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary.
Page 364 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 365 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 366 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 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. –...
Page 367: Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km).
Page 368 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 369 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 370 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 371 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. For supercharged engines only: Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed (or every 36 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 372 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 373 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) For supercharged engines only: Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed (or every 36 months, whichever occurs first). See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in this section. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote Rotate tires.
Page 374 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 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. –...
Page 375: At Least Once A Month
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D.
Page 376: At Least Twice A Year
At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Page 377 Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2.
Page 378 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in LOCK.
Page 379: Engine Cooling System Inspection
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 380: Throttle System Inspection
Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system.
Page 381: Part D: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine Oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol of the proper viscosity.
Page 382 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Multi Purpose Lubricant, Lock Cylinders Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Supercharger Supercharger Oil (GM Part No. 12345982). See “Supercharger Oil” in the Index. Floor Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol Shift Linkage (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2 Category LB or GC USAGE...
Page 383: Part E: Maintenance Record
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY 7-36 Services”...
Page 384 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-37...
Page 385 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-38...
Page 386 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-39...
Page 387 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-40...
Page 388: Section 8 Customer Assistance Information
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Pontiac if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. Pontiac Cares What Makes Up Pontiac Cares?
Page 389: Pontiac Cares
... YOU! PONTIAC CARES is: A valuable feature that comes with every Pontiac, a feature that offers a multitude of benefits that can give you safety, security, comfort and convenience.
Page 390: Customer Satisfaction Procedure
All of these elements combine to make your driving experience an enjoyable one and are discussed in greater detail 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 391 Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Pontiac. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
Page 392: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Pontiac has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Pontiac by dialing: 1 (TTY users in Canada can dial 1...
Page 393: All Overseas Locations
Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 All Overseas Locations GMODC Customer Communication Centre 169-007 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Telephone: 905-644-4112 Fax:...
Page 394: Gm Mobility Program For Persons
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program, available to qualified applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle (hand controls, wheelchair/scooter lifts, etc.). This program can also provide you with free resource information, such as area driver assessment centers and mobility equipment installers.
Page 395: Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program
Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program Security While You Travel ROADSIDE (1 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 396: Canadian Roadside Assistance
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle license plate number Pontiac reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in Pontiac’s judgement, the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence. While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service, it is added security while traveling for you and your family.
Page 397: Transportation Options
Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait Pontiac helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances,...
Page 398: Additional Program Information
Courtesy Rental Vehicle When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight warranty repairs, your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained, at actual cost, up to a maximum of $30.00 per day supported by receipts.
Page 399: Reporting Safety Defects To The United
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors.
Page 400: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1–800–762-2737, or write: Pontiac-GMC Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 436008 Pontiac, MI 48343-6008 In Canada, please call us at 1 or 1 7854 (French).
Page 401 2000 PONTIAC SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.)
Page 402 ORDER TOLL FREE (NOTE: For Credit Card Holders Only) 1-800-551-4123 (Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST) FAX Orders Only 1-313-865-5927 PUBLICATION FORM PUBLICATION FORM NUMBER NUMBER Service Manual Car & Light Truck Transmission Unit Repair Owner’s Manual In Portfolio Owner’s Manual Without Portfolio NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent.

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