Owner's Manual
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... lights will come on . To avoid damage, besure to clear ice and snow from seeing well enough to OFF. ~~ Hold it there until the motor cools. A circuit breaker willstop them off , high beams go . The wipers will gooff whenever the high beam headlights comeon. Fog Lights (SE MODEL) Use your fog...
... lights will come on . To avoid damage, besure to clear ice and snow from seeing well enough to OFF. ~~ Hold it there until the motor cools. A circuit breaker willstop them off , high beams go . The wipers will gooff whenever the high beam headlights comeon. Fog Lights (SE MODEL) Use your fog...
Owner's Manual
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...and some through fentilation system describedlater in your vehicle. rhe lower lever changes temperature the 3f the air coming through the heater ducts. or cooling isneeded. At times temperature difEerence may be more apparent than others. P -OFF Climate Control System With this system, you want, movethe...Audio Systems HTR (Heater):This setting brings heated air through the heater ducts, and some through the system. 3f: Turns thesystem on cool, but directs it intwo ways. Your vehicle also has the flow-through the windshield defroster vents. Movethe lever to DFF to theupper ...
...and some through fentilation system describedlater in your vehicle. rhe lower lever changes temperature the 3f the air coming through the heater ducts. or cooling isneeded. At times temperature difEerence may be more apparent than others. P -OFF Climate Control System With this system, you want, movethe...Audio Systems HTR (Heater):This setting brings heated air through the heater ducts, and some through the system. 3f: Turns thesystem on cool, but directs it intwo ways. Your vehicle also has the flow-through the windshield defroster vents. Movethe lever to DFF to theupper ...
Owner's Manual
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...compressor operates in all A/C positions, and in DEF (Defrost) when the outside temperature is through the heater ducts. MAX (Maximum):Use for normal cooling on cool, but slightly warmer is directed air through the defroster vents. B/L (Bi-Level) : Use on hot days. Air flow is higherthan about40" ...panel outlets, but s u n q days. The lower lever changes temperature the of your system. NORM (Normal): Use for maximum cooling. The cool Slide the upper lever to theupper portion of the air comingthrough the system. Set the lower leverto the temperature desired. The fan is ...
...compressor operates in all A/C positions, and in DEF (Defrost) when the outside temperature is through the heater ducts. MAX (Maximum):Use for normal cooling on cool, but slightly warmer is directed air through the defroster vents. B/L (Bi-Level) : Use on hot days. Air flow is higherthan about40" ...panel outlets, but s u n q days. The lower lever changes temperature the of your system. NORM (Normal): Use for maximum cooling. The cool Slide the upper lever to theupper portion of the air comingthrough the system. Set the lower leverto the temperature desired. The fan is ...
Owner's Manual
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...assist. Your brakes will wear much faster if out you do , the pedal may take longer to stop rolling, the computer will still have timeto cool between hard stops. get harderto push down . Oncethe power assistis And you willuse it may go on . L B 0 Here's howanti-lock works.... Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) That means better braking longer and Your Pontiac has an advanced brake life. But you may evennotice that your vehicle. This is a mistake. Here's what happens with traffic and allow the realistic ...
...assist. Your brakes will wear much faster if out you do , the pedal may take longer to stop rolling, the computer will still have timeto cool between hard stops. get harderto push down . Oncethe power assistis And you willuse it may go on . L B 0 Here's howanti-lock works.... Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) That means better braking longer and Your Pontiac has an advanced brake life. But you may evennotice that your vehicle. This is a mistake. Here's what happens with traffic and allow the realistic ...
Owner's Manual
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also Check all fluid levels and the brakes, tires, cooling systemand transaxle. If you drive regularly insteep country, or if you're planningto visit there, here are some tips: Make sure your instruments frequently. These .... If you can climb the hill better. 115 First, be injured. Checkyour rearview mirrors and your vehicle is well ventilated, witha comfortably cool interior. The lower gears help cool your vehiclein good shape. For safety,treat drowsiness on mountain roads. If it can that can make yourtrips safer and more enjoyable. Hill...
also Check all fluid levels and the brakes, tires, cooling systemand transaxle. If you drive regularly insteep country, or if you're planningto visit there, here are some tips: Make sure your instruments frequently. These .... If you can climb the hill better. 115 First, be injured. Checkyour rearview mirrors and your vehicle is well ventilated, witha comfortably cool interior. The lower gears help cool your vehiclein good shape. For safety,treat drowsiness on mountain roads. If it can that can make yourtrips safer and more enjoyable. Hill...
Owner's Manual
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... you 'll see if the to get service help right away. 2.0L L4 engine, your vehicle right away. There are important differences between these two cooling systems. Read this section carefully. 130 4 C O O h g !ij8tmz (2.0L L4 ENGINE) When you decide safe to keep yourengine under load . (in radiator hoses..., heater the hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere elsein the cooling system. If the warning doesn't comeback on the Road 3 Try to lift the it's hood, here's what you have a 3.1L V6 engine, ...
... you 'll see if the to get service help right away. 2.0L L4 engine, your vehicle right away. There are important differences between these two cooling systems. Read this section carefully. 130 4 C O O h g !ij8tmz (2.0L L4 ENGINE) When you decide safe to keep yourengine under load . (in radiator hoses..., heater the hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere elsein the cooling system. If the warning doesn't comeback on the Road 3 Try to lift the it's hood, here's what you have a 3.1L V6 engine, ...
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... V6 ENGINE) If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is see : noses, radiator, water pump or (A) Coolant surgetank with pressure cap. ;ornewhere elsein the cooling system. (13)Electric engine fan. NOTICE: Engine damage from running . If the engine is overheating, fan the should be no leak, checkto f is boiling, don...
... V6 ENGINE) If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is see : noses, radiator, water pump or (A) Coolant surgetank with pressure cap. ;ornewhere elsein the cooling system. (13)Electric engine fan. NOTICE: Engine damage from running . If the engine is overheating, fan the should be no leak, checkto f is boiling, don...
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... Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank-2.01 14 Engine If you haven'tfound a problem yet, but be no leak, check to be the sure cooling system is at the co'olantrecovery tank. (See Coolant in the coolant recovery tank is...
... Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank-2.01 14 Engine If you haven'tfound a problem yet, but be no leak, check to be the sure cooling system is at the co'olantrecovery tank. (See Coolant in the coolant recovery tank is...
Owner's Manual
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housing pressure cap when the cooling system, including the thermostat housing pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is slill some pressure left until it first stops. (Don't press down as you hear a hiss, wait for that to the 2.0L L4 Engine at the ThermostatHousing 1. Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left . A hiss means there is no longer hot. Remove the pressure cap. You can remove the thermostat 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down whileturning thepressure cap.) If you turn it. How to Add Coolant to stop.
housing pressure cap when the cooling system, including the thermostat housing pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is slill some pressure left until it first stops. (Don't press down as you hear a hiss, wait for that to the 2.0L L4 Engine at the ThermostatHousing 1. Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left . A hiss means there is no longer hot. Remove the pressure cap. You can remove the thermostat 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down whileturning thepressure cap.) If you turn it. How to Add Coolant to stop.
Owner's Manual
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..., then replace the pressure cap.At any time during this time the coolant level inside the thermostat housing filler neck may be sure the cooling system, including the coolant surgetank pressure cap, is lower, add more informationabout the proper coolant mix.) By this procedure if coolant beginsto flow...the engine fan. 8. Be sure thearrows on coolant the 7. Replace the thermostat, making sure recovery tank, but be lower.If the level is cool beforeyou do it rununtil 9. 6. How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank-3,IL V6 Engine If you can feel the upper radiator hose ...
..., then replace the pressure cap.At any time during this time the coolant level inside the thermostat housing filler neck may be sure the cooling system, including the coolant surgetank pressure cap, is lower, add more informationabout the proper coolant mix.) By this procedure if coolant beginsto flow...the engine fan. 8. Be sure thearrows on coolant the 7. Replace the thermostat, making sure recovery tank, but be lower.If the level is cool beforeyou do it rununtil 9. 6. How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank-3,IL V6 Engine If you can feel the upper radiator hose ...
Owner's Manual
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push down as you turn it first stops. (Don't press down while turning the pressure cap.)If you hear a hiss, wait for to stop. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mix,up to the left . I' Then keep turning the cap, but now tank pressure cap when cooling the system, includingthe coolant surge tank pressure capand upper radiator hose, is still some pressure left until it . You can removethe coolant surge 2. the Turn pressure capslowly to FULL COLD. *. A hiss that means there is no longer hot. 1. Remove the pressure cap. 3.
push down as you turn it first stops. (Don't press down while turning the pressure cap.)If you hear a hiss, wait for to stop. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mix,up to the left . I' Then keep turning the cap, but now tank pressure cap when cooling the system, includingthe coolant surge tank pressure capand upper radiator hose, is still some pressure left until it . You can removethe coolant surge 2. the Turn pressure capslowly to FULL COLD. *. A hiss that means there is no longer hot. 1. Remove the pressure cap. 3.
Owner's Manual
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...need to -34°F (-37°C). your engine could overheat and be covered your by the warranty. Engine Coolant The following explains your Pontiac will: Give freezingprotection down to add anything else. When to Check What to Use and Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often ...youshould check the fluid levelin your clutch master cylinder reservoirand for your cooling system and how to Check If you have a problem with a completecoolant flush NOTICE: and refill. If you can freeze and crack the ...
...need to -34°F (-37°C). your engine could overheat and be covered your by the warranty. Engine Coolant The following explains your Pontiac will: Give freezingprotection down to add anything else. When to Check What to Use and Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often ...youshould check the fluid levelin your clutch master cylinder reservoirand for your cooling system and how to Check If you have a problem with a completecoolant flush NOTICE: and refill. If you can freeze and crack the ...
Owner's Manual
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...housing, but only when the engine is still some pressure. fully seated. 4. 1. To Add Coolant If you hear a hiss,it is . When the engine is cool, remove the Adding Coolant ( 2 . 0 ~ ENGINE) ~4 To Check Coolant When your engine is cold, coolant the level should be taken out to the ...down on the pressure cap, turn itslowly to add coolant. Your enginealso has a thermostat housing with a pressure cap. Be sure it means there is cool. Wait for hiss the to theleft. Put on the thermostathousing. 16E I . . Then press down on the pressure cap and continue turning it reaches a...
...housing, but only when the engine is still some pressure. fully seated. 4. 1. To Add Coolant If you hear a hiss,it is . When the engine is cool, remove the Adding Coolant ( 2 . 0 ~ ENGINE) ~4 To Check Coolant When your engine is cold, coolant the level should be taken out to the ...down on the pressure cap, turn itslowly to add coolant. Your enginealso has a thermostat housing with a pressure cap. Be sure it means there is cool. Wait for hiss the to theleft. Put on the thermostathousing. 16E I . . Then press down on the pressure cap and continue turning it reaches a...
Owner's Manual
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... cold,,the coolant level should beat FULL COLD, or .a little higher. Be sure the arrows on at the surge t a n k . When you replace your engine is cool, the level should be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Then removethe cap again and look the fluid level...
... cold,,the coolant level should beat FULL COLD, or .a little higher. Be sure the arrows on at the surge t a n k . When you replace your engine is cool, the level should be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Then removethe cap again and look the fluid level...
Owner's Manual
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...and instructions. When you breathe their fumes in a closed space. Install them on the front tires and tighten them . And alwaysopen your Pontiac has P195/70R14, P195/65R15 or P205/60R15 size tires, don't use anything from a container clean your tires. NOTICE: If your... doors or windows when you must. Service & Appearance Care NOTICE: The wrong wheelcan also cause problems with bearing life,brake cooling, speedometer/odometer calibration, headlight aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or tire chain clearance to follow the chain manufacturer's ...
...and instructions. When you breathe their fumes in a closed space. Install them on the front tires and tighten them . And alwaysopen your Pontiac has P195/70R14, P195/65R15 or P205/60R15 size tires, don't use anything from a container clean your tires. NOTICE: If your... doors or windows when you must. Service & Appearance Care NOTICE: The wrong wheelcan also cause problems with bearing life,brake cooling, speedometer/odometer calibration, headlight aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or tire chain clearance to follow the chain manufacturer's ...
Owner's Manual
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... of lukewarm water. You could scorchthe fabric. NOTICE: Special Cleaning Problems If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine,treat the area with cool water and allow to dY. Carefully scrapeoff excess stain, then clean with a waterbaking soda solution: 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking sodato 1...you clean astain from the Non-Greasy Stains trim material with a hair dryer heat or lamp. Keep changingto a sponge the soiled areawith cool clean sectionof the cloth. They should be removed will stain if left on Follow the solvent-type instructions described earlier. If a stain ...
... of lukewarm water. You could scorchthe fabric. NOTICE: Special Cleaning Problems If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine,treat the area with cool water and allow to dY. Carefully scrapeoff excess stain, then clean with a waterbaking soda solution: 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking sodato 1...you clean astain from the Non-Greasy Stains trim material with a hair dryer heat or lamp. Keep changingto a sponge the soiled areawith cool clean sectionof the cloth. They should be removed will stain if left on Follow the solvent-type instructions described earlier. If a stain ...
Owner's Manual
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... wl stop until the problem is fixed. 18Slll Whenthe current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protectingthe circuit until the motor cools. Headlight Wiring The headlight wiring is protected by a circuit breakerand a to go on and off, or in fuse panel the protect the power windowsand other...
... wl stop until the problem is fixed. 18Slll Whenthe current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protectingthe circuit until the motor cools. Headlight Wiring The headlight wiring is protected by a circuit breakerand a to go on and off, or in fuse panel the protect the power windowsand other...
Owner's Manual
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...0.5 quart (0.5 liter) more fluid may be needed . When adding,be used. Manual Transaxle Complete Drain and Refill ...2.0 quarts 1.9 L Cooling System 2.0L L4 ...11.7 quarts 11.1L 3.1L V6 ...14.2 quarts 13.2 L 1.02 kg Refrigerant (R-12), Conditioning ...2.25 pounds... refrzgerants are approximate. If you%e not sure, your "Warranty and Owner Assistance Information" booklet. additional ask For information, see your Pontiac dealer. Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement ...4.0 quarts 3.8 L 6.6 L After Complete Overhaul ...6.9 quarts When draining or replacing torque converter...
...0.5 quart (0.5 liter) more fluid may be needed . When adding,be used. Manual Transaxle Complete Drain and Refill ...2.0 quarts 1.9 L Cooling System 2.0L L4 ...11.7 quarts 11.1L 3.1L V6 ...14.2 quarts 13.2 L 1.02 kg Refrigerant (R-12), Conditioning ...2.25 pounds... refrzgerants are approximate. If you%e not sure, your "Warranty and Owner Assistance Information" booklet. additional ask For information, see your Pontiac dealer. Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement ...4.0 quarts 3.8 L 6.6 L After Complete Overhaul ...6.9 quarts When draining or replacing torque converter...
Owner's Manual
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... and Schedule 11. Check for uneven wear or damage. SERVICE 4. Make sure whoever services your tires pressure cap and neck. Cooling System Service" Drain, The "SH" or "SG"designationmay flush andrefill the system with new be replaced and all necessaryrepairs done ...these. SeePeriodic Maintenance Inspections. Engine Accessory Drive Belt@) Lubricate if Inspect hoses and replacethey are listed in theIndex. Check the cooling system andthe pressure cap. For automatic ITEM NO. Keep coolantat theproper determine the preferred viscosityfor mixture as needed. Explanation of ...
... and Schedule 11. Check for uneven wear or damage. SERVICE 4. Make sure whoever services your tires pressure cap and neck. Cooling System Service" Drain, The "SH" or "SG"designationmay flush andrefill the system with new be replaced and all necessaryrepairs done ...these. SeePeriodic Maintenance Inspections. Engine Accessory Drive Belt@) Lubricate if Inspect hoses and replacethey are listed in theIndex. Check the cooling system andthe pressure cap. For automatic ITEM NO. Keep coolantat theproper determine the preferred viscosityfor mixture as needed. Explanation of ...
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..., 87 octane or higher. See Page 176 Spare Tire Pressure Compact Spare: 60 psi (420 1tPa) See Page 144 Fuel Capacity: 15.2 U.S. See Page 170 Cooling System Check and add coolant at above the FULL COLD mark. Service Station Information Windshield Washer Fluid See Page 167 Hood Release See Page 152...
..., 87 octane or higher. See Page 176 Spare Tire Pressure Compact Spare: 60 psi (420 1tPa) See Page 144 Fuel Capacity: 15.2 U.S. See Page 170 Cooling System Check and add coolant at above the FULL COLD mark. Service Station Information Windshield Washer Fluid See Page 167 Hood Release See Page 152...