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...ll find that help youlearn about the road and how to drive information youwant. under different conditions. You can bendthe manual slightlyto Part 5: Problems on the last page of this manual. c There are nine parts with Each part begins a brief list of contents, so you can...as well as a flat tire or engine overheating. Service Station Information This is a quick reference of almost every subject in this manual. pages in this manual. Part 6: Service & Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to use . Using Your 1994 Pontiac Owner's Manual Part 7: Maintenance Schedule This...
...ll find that help youlearn about the road and how to drive information youwant. under different conditions. You can bendthe manual slightlyto Part 5: Problems on the last page of this manual. c There are nine parts with Each part begins a brief list of contents, so you can...as well as a flat tire or engine overheating. Service Station Information This is a quick reference of almost every subject in this manual. pages in this manual. Part 6: Service & Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to use . Using Your 1994 Pontiac Owner's Manual Part 7: Maintenance Schedule This...
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... ...49 braking. and Starting Your Engine...48 information on starting. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning Shifting the Transaxle ...'/...50 you systems that tell if everything is Parking ... todo Windows ...60 if you can learn abaft the Glove Box ...45 many standard and optional Ignition Switch ...:i .:: . 46 features onyour Pontiac. Features & Controls Keys ...40 Locks...41 H e r e you have problem a Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever...61 Light Controls ...62 66 Windshield Wipers...Windshield Washer ...67 Cruise Control ...:...68 Mirrors ...71 Storage Compartments...
... ...49 braking. and Starting Your Engine...48 information on starting. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning Shifting the Transaxle ...'/...50 you systems that tell if everything is Parking ... todo Windows ...60 if you can learn abaft the Glove Box ...45 many standard and optional Ignition Switch ...:i .:: . 46 features onyour Pontiac. Features & Controls Keys ...40 Locks...41 H e r e you have problem a Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever...61 Light Controls ...62 66 Windshield Wipers...Windshield Washer ...67 Cruise Control ...:...68 Mirrors ...71 Storage Compartments...
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...or less fuel to fill the tank. Tngine Overheating. See the Index under Engine Coolantand have your vehicleand turn off the road, ;top your vehicle serviced as soon as possible. 3 0 T COOLANT CANBURN YOU 3ADLY! :n Problems on the last page of this light comeson and stays on, your engineis... too hot! The gage movesa little when turn you turn off before the gage reads F (Full). It means :hat yourengine coolant has werheated. Low Coolant Warning Light (3.7L V6 ENGINE) If this manual....
...or less fuel to fill the tank. Tngine Overheating. See the Index under Engine Coolantand have your vehicleand turn off the road, ;top your vehicle serviced as soon as possible. 3 0 T COOLANT CANBURN YOU 3ADLY! :n Problems on the last page of this light comeson and stays on, your engineis... too hot! The gage movesa little when turn you turn off before the gage reads F (Full). It means :hat yourengine coolant has werheated. Low Coolant Warning Light (3.7L V6 ENGINE) If this manual....
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...brake system inspected right away. For good braking, though, you have a loose generator drive belt, or another electrical problem. If the warning light comes on the ignition, and the engine is not running, as you start on , be ready warn you must drive short distance with a the light... may closer to show you turn on , there could bea brake problem. It could drain your battery. If you if there's a problem. Readings in DC volts. Have your vehicle serviced immediately. Brake System Warning Light Your Pontiac's hydraulic brake system is running, the gage shows the condition of ...
...brake system inspected right away. For good braking, though, you have a loose generator drive belt, or another electrical problem. If the warning light comes on the ignition, and the engine is not running, as you start on , be ready warn you must drive short distance with a the light... may closer to show you turn on , there could bea brake problem. It could drain your battery. If you if there's a problem. Readings in DC volts. Have your vehicle serviced immediately. Brake System Warning Light Your Pontiac's hydraulic brake system is running, the gage shows the condition of ...
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Shift Light (MANUAL TRANSAXLE) This light comes when you need to on , but the engine is not running, as smoothly. See the Index under Manual Transaxle. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This light should take your vehicle ...on , after a while the emission controls won't work as well, your fuel economy won't as be good and your engine may run not as a check to show you that have a problem.You should come on when the ignition is on shift to costly repairs not covered by your warranty.
Shift Light (MANUAL TRANSAXLE) This light comes when you need to on , but the engine is not running, as smoothly. See the Index under Manual Transaxle. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This light should take your vehicle ...on , after a while the emission controls won't work as well, your fuel economy won't as be good and your engine may run not as a check to show you that have a problem.You should come on when the ignition is on shift to costly repairs not covered by your warranty.
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Check Gauges Light This light will come briefly when you are starting the engine. Zanadian vehiclesindicate pressure in psi (pounds per square nch) when the engine is running. oil pressure Gage (3.1L V6 ENGINE) The oil pressure gage showsthe engine 3i.l pressure in If the light comes on and stays on while you on are driving, check your various gages see to if they arein the warning zones.
Check Gauges Light This light will come briefly when you are starting the engine. Zanadian vehiclesindicate pressure in psi (pounds per square nch) when the engine is running. oil pressure Gage (3.1L V6 ENGINE) The oil pressure gage showsthe engine 3i.l pressure in If the light comes on and stays on while you on are driving, check your various gages see to if they arein the warning zones.
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...it repaired. If the light comes on while starting your engine is not receiving enough oil. Features & Controls If you male a hard stop, thelight may have a low engine pressure oil problem, this light willstay on after you start your engine oil level should come briefly while on you are starting ...and stays on, your engine,or come on when you are driving. Oil Warning Light ( 2 . 0 ~ ENGINE) ~4 If you have a problem the fuse or with bulb. Haveit fixed right away. -' Check oil Light (2.OL L4 ENGINE) This light should be low oil, or could be ...
...it repaired. If the light comes on while starting your engine is not receiving enough oil. Features & Controls If you male a hard stop, thelight may have a low engine pressure oil problem, this light willstay on after you start your engine oil level should come briefly while on you are starting ...and stays on, your engine,or come on when you are driving. Oil Warning Light ( 2 . 0 ~ ENGINE) ~4 If you have a problem the fuse or with bulb. Haveit fixed right away. -' Check oil Light (2.OL L4 ENGINE) This light should be low oil, or could be ...
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ROi Hazard Warning Flashers...Jump Starting ...Towing YourPontiac ...Engine Overheating ...If a Tire Goes Flat ...Changing a Flat Tire ...Compact Spare Tire...If You're Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow ... 42 4 Part 5 1 122 122 126 129 138 138 144 145 Problems on the H e r e VOU'II find what todo about some problems that can occur on the road.
ROi Hazard Warning Flashers...Jump Starting ...Towing YourPontiac ...Engine Overheating ...If a Tire Goes Flat ...Changing a Flat Tire ...Compact Spare Tire...If You're Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow ... 42 4 Part 5 1 122 122 126 129 138 138 144 145 Problems on the H e r e VOU'II find what todo about some problems that can occur on the road.
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... If you get the overheat warning with no steam, problem may not the be badly damaged. The costly repairs would be not covered by your vehicle can get a little too hot when you have an air conditioner, turn it Off * 4 Engine Overheating You will {inda coolant temperature gage on your... If you : Climb a long hill ona hot day. Stop after high speed driving. Idle for long periods traffic. Turn on your Pontiac's instrument panel. 2. NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you get the overheat warning but see or hear no sign of the axle inboardof the spring. I f Steam Is ...
... If you get the overheat warning with no steam, problem may not the be badly damaged. The costly repairs would be not covered by your vehicle can get a little too hot when you have an air conditioner, turn it Off * 4 Engine Overheating You will {inda coolant temperature gage on your... If you : Climb a long hill ona hot day. Stop after high speed driving. Idle for long periods traffic. Turn on your Pontiac's instrument panel. 2. NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you get the overheat warning but see or hear no sign of the axle inboardof the spring. I f Steam Is ...
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..., drive slower for about ten minutes. If there's still no longer havethe overheat warning, you have a engine coolant system will have the warning, TURNOFF THE OUT ENGINE AND GET EVERYONE OF THE VEHICLEuntil it cools down . 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 warning stops. Problems on , you can drive normally. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your If you can drive.
..., drive slower for about ten minutes. If there's still no longer havethe overheat warning, you have a engine coolant system will have the warning, TURNOFF THE OUT ENGINE AND GET EVERYONE OF THE VEHICLEuntil it cools down . 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 warning stops. Problems on , you can drive normally. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your If you can drive.
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...(See Coolant in the coolant recovery tank is running your engine without coolant isn't covered by your vehicle. If the engine is overheating, the fan should be no leak, check to the Coolant Recovery Tank-2.01 14 Engine If you haven'tfound a problem yet, but be the sure cooling system is cool before... you do it isn't, your vehicle needs service. Problems on the Road NOTICE: ~ I When the coolant in the Index for more ...
...(See Coolant in the coolant recovery tank is running your engine without coolant isn't covered by your vehicle. If the engine is overheating, the fan should be no leak, check to the Coolant Recovery Tank-2.01 14 Engine If you haven'tfound a problem yet, but be the sure cooling system is cool before... you do it isn't, your vehicle needs service. Problems on the Road NOTICE: ~ I When the coolant in the Index for more ...
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... recovery tank, but be lower.If the level is lower, add more informationabout the proper coolant mix.) thermostat housing pressure cap you haven't found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn't at FULL COLD, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled)and a proper antifreeze at the ... surgetank pressure cap, is properly inserted, then replace the pressure cap.At any time during this . Start the engine and let it . (See Coolant in the Index for the engine fan. 8. Put the cap back on thepressure capline up like this procedure if coolant beginsto flow out of the...
... recovery tank, but be lower.If the level is lower, add more informationabout the proper coolant mix.) thermostat housing pressure cap you haven't found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn't at FULL COLD, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled)and a proper antifreeze at the ... surgetank pressure cap, is properly inserted, then replace the pressure cap.At any time during this . Start the engine and let it . (See Coolant in the Index for the engine fan. 8. Put the cap back on thepressure capline up like this procedure if coolant beginsto flow out of the...
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Problems on the Road 7 NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. So use the recommended coolant. ...1 3 6
Problems on the Road 7 NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. So use the recommended coolant. ...1 3 6
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If a tire goes flat, the next section shows how to use in a skid. Be cap off, start the engine and let it 's much like this time, the coolant level insidethe coolant surgetank may be very bumpyand noisy, but can feel the upper radiator hose ... by way you 're driving, especiallyyou maintain your tires properly. With the coolant surgetank pressure 5. Problems on your hazard warning flashers. Then replace the pressure cap. By this . Ifa Tire Goes Flat It's unusual for the engine fan. In any rear blowout, remove your jacking equipment to a stop , well to do: If...
If a tire goes flat, the next section shows how to use in a skid. Be cap off, start the engine and let it 's much like this time, the coolant level insidethe coolant surgetank may be very bumpyand noisy, but can feel the upper radiator hose ... by way you 're driving, especiallyyou maintain your tires properly. With the coolant surgetank pressure 5. Problems on your hazard warning flashers. Then replace the pressure cap. By this . Ifa Tire Goes Flat It's unusual for the engine fan. In any rear blowout, remove your jacking equipment to a stop , well to do: If...
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... your vehicle, you use of gasoline with deposit control additives will help cleanthe air, especially in tune and your engine needs service. Many gasolinesare now blendedwith oxygenates. What about gasoline with these problems. Gasolines for your fuel systemand also damage plasticand rubber parts. In addition, some gasolinesuppliers are specially designed to reduce...
... your vehicle, you use of gasoline with deposit control additives will help cleanthe air, especially in tune and your engine needs service. Many gasolinesare now blendedwith oxygenates. What about gasoline with these problems. Gasolines for your fuel systemand also damage plasticand rubber parts. In addition, some gasolinesuppliers are specially designed to reduce...
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... own oil, besure to drain all free-flowingoil from the filter before disposal. Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to contains certain elements that may be a real threat to the environment. If you change your...air filter. Don't ever disposeof oil by taking it on See Scheduled Maintenance Services in place when you're driving. you If NOTICE: have a problem properly disposing of oil products.) Used oil can cause a damaging engine fire. unhealthy for help. 1 What to Do with Used Oil Did you laow that used...
... own oil, besure to drain all free-flowingoil from the filter before disposal. Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to contains certain elements that may be a real threat to the environment. If you change your...air filter. Don't ever disposeof oil by taking it on See Scheduled Maintenance Services in place when you're driving. you If NOTICE: have a problem properly disposing of oil products.) Used oil can cause a damaging engine fire. unhealthy for help. 1 What to Do with Used Oil Did you laow that used...
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...is parkedon a level place and the transaxle iscool enough for you check your vehicleis self-adjusting. A fluid lossin this system could indicate a problem. Remove the dipstick by flipping the handle up to the FULL mark on the transaxle case. then flip the handle down . read the ... a good ideato "top off' your transaxle. NOTICE: Too muchor too little fluid can meanthat some of the fluid could comeout and fallon hot engine partsor exhaust system, starting a fire. Too much can damage your clutch fluid. Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in remove it. 3 Check both sidesof ...
...is parkedon a level place and the transaxle iscool enough for you check your vehicleis self-adjusting. A fluid lossin this system could indicate a problem. Remove the dipstick by flipping the handle up to the FULL mark on the transaxle case. then flip the handle down . read the ... a good ideato "top off' your transaxle. NOTICE: Too muchor too little fluid can meanthat some of the fluid could comeout and fallon hot engine partsor exhaust system, starting a fire. Too much can damage your clutch fluid. Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in remove it. 3 Check both sidesof ...
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... as they should. What to 262°F (128°C). If you use this mixture, you If you have a problem with a completecoolant flush NOTICE: and refill. Service Appearance Care The proper coolant for the proper fluid. When to Check ...your clutch master cylinder reservoirand for your Pontiac will: Give freezingprotection down to add anything else. Engine Coolant The following explains your by the warranty. Help keep the proper engine temperature. If you use a recycled coolant conformingto GM Specification 1825-M with engine overheating, seeEngine Overheating in theIndex. ...
... as they should. What to 262°F (128°C). If you use this mixture, you If you have a problem with a completecoolant flush NOTICE: and refill. Service Appearance Care The proper coolant for the proper fluid. When to Check ...your clutch master cylinder reservoirand for your Pontiac will: Give freezingprotection down to add anything else. Engine Coolant The following explains your by the warranty. Help keep the proper engine temperature. If you use a recycled coolant conformingto GM Specification 1825-M with engine overheating, seeEngine Overheating in theIndex. ...
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...90. 91 90. 91, 93 Ventilation ...Compact Disc Player (seeAudio Systems ) Compact Spare Tire ...144,176 Control of Your Pontiac ...183 Safety Belts ...183 Special Problems ...182 Underbody Maintenance ...185 Vinyl ...182 Warnings ...181. 182. 183. 184. 185 Weatherstrips ...184 White Sidewall Tires ...184...115 In a Foreign Country...150 Setting the ...94 Clutch. Index "Check Oil" Light ...88 Checking Brake Fluid ...168 Engine Coolant...132. 165. 166 Engine OilLevel ...156 Hydraulic Clutch ...163 Power Steering Fluid...166 Safety Belt Systems ...38 Transaxle Fluid Automatic...160 Manual ...162 ...
...90. 91 90. 91, 93 Ventilation ...Compact Disc Player (seeAudio Systems ) Compact Spare Tire ...144,176 Control of Your Pontiac ...183 Safety Belts ...183 Special Problems ...182 Underbody Maintenance ...185 Vinyl ...182 Warnings ...181. 182. 183. 184. 185 Weatherstrips ...184 White Sidewall Tires ...184...115 In a Foreign Country...150 Setting the ...94 Clutch. Index "Check Oil" Light ...88 Checking Brake Fluid ...168 Engine Coolant...132. 165. 166 Engine OilLevel ...156 Hydraulic Clutch ...163 Power Steering Fluid...166 Safety Belt Systems ...38 Transaxle Fluid Automatic...160 Manual ...162 ...