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Pontiac Sunbird lntr0ductiot-1 Part Part Part IS94 Owner's Manual Table of Contents How to Use this ~ a n u a l ...Seats & Restraint Systems ...Features & Controls...Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Your Driving and the Road 3 1 9 39 2 3 4 Part ~ ...89 ~ 101 ~ ~ 121 Part Part Part Part Part 5 Problems on the Road ... 6 Service & Appearance Care ...147 7 8 9 Maintenance Schedule ...Includes "Reporting Safety Defects" on page 222 197 Customer Assistance Information ...219 Index ... 231 Service Station Information ...Last Page Printed in USA 10234006 A First Edition ..
Pontiac Sunbird lntr0ductiot-1 Part Part Part IS94 Owner's Manual Table of Contents How to Use this ~ a n u a l ...Seats & Restraint Systems ...Features & Controls...Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Your Driving and the Road 3 1 9 39 2 3 4 Part ~ ...89 ~ 101 ~ ~ 121 Part Part Part Part Part 5 Problems on the Road ... 6 Service & Appearance Care ...147 7 8 9 Maintenance Schedule ...Includes "Reporting Safety Defects" on page 222 197 Customer Assistance Information ...219 Index ... 231 Service Station Information ...Last Page Printed in USA 10234006 A First Edition ..
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...contents, so you can usually tellat a Here you'll find it to quickly findsomething you how keep to operate your Pontiac running properly and looking good. You can find helpful information and glance if that help youlearn about the road and ...customer satisfaction phone numbers (including customer satisfaction numbers for service publications in this manual. Using Your 1994 Pontiac Owner's Manual Part 7: Maintenance Schedule This part tells youwhen to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to read their owner's manual from beginningto end when Part 2 ...
...contents, so you can usually tellat a Here you'll find it to quickly findsomething you how keep to operate your Pontiac running properly and looking good. You can find helpful information and glance if that help youlearn about the road and ...customer satisfaction phone numbers (including customer satisfaction numbers for service publications in this manual. Using Your 1994 Pontiac Owner's Manual Part 7: Maintenance Schedule This part tells youwhen to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to read their owner's manual from beginningto end when Part 2 ...
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... properly clean your tape player. the AM Proper tape player cleaning should be cleaned monthly orwith every 15 hours of use, FM Stereo as regular maintenance. sunlight, and extreme heat may degrade over time. Tall buildings player is at fault.
... properly clean your tape player. the AM Proper tape player cleaning should be cleaned monthly orwith every 15 hours of use, FM Stereo as regular maintenance. sunlight, and extreme heat may degrade over time. Tall buildings player is at fault.
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...and lubricant levels There is Brakes ...Battery ...also technical information about the care of your vehicle. about Bulb Replacement ...your Pontiac Engine Coolant...This part begins with service and ...Power Steering Fluid fuel information. and then it ...Windshield Washer Fluid shows...Number (VIN)...Add-on Electrical Equipment...Fuses & Circuit Breakers...Capacities & Specifications ...Fluids & Lubricants ...Replacement Bulbs ...Engine Specifications ...Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ... Service Part 6 Appearance Care 148 148 152 156 159 160 164 166 167 168 170 170 173 174 175 180...
...and lubricant levels There is Brakes ...Battery ...also technical information about the care of your vehicle. about Bulb Replacement ...your Pontiac Engine Coolant...This part begins with service and ...Power Steering Fluid fuel information. and then it ...Windshield Washer Fluid shows...Number (VIN)...Add-on Electrical Equipment...Fuses & Circuit Breakers...Capacities & Specifications ...Fluids & Lubricants ...Replacement Bulbs ...Engine Specifications ...Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ... Service Part 6 Appearance Care 148 148 152 156 159 160 164 166 167 168 170 170 173 174 175 180...
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...Appearance Care You should keep yourGM vehicle all your service needs.You'll getgenuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. Service Your Pontiac dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happywith it , your dealer for all GM. Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at ...the U.S. NOTICE: If you 'll goto your vehicle could be sure you get the right kindof gasoline (unleaded).You'll see Service Publicationsin theIndex. See Maintenance Record in Canada. We hope you 'll want to the fuel. and CGSB 3.5-92 in the Index. and Canada, it can . Be sure ...
...Appearance Care You should keep yourGM vehicle all your service needs.You'll getgenuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. Service Your Pontiac dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happywith it , your dealer for all GM. Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at ...the U.S. NOTICE: If you 'll goto your vehicle could be sure you get the right kindof gasoline (unleaded).You'll see Service Publicationsin theIndex. See Maintenance Record in Canada. We hope you 'll want to the fuel. and CGSB 3.5-92 in the Index. and Canada, it can . Be sure ...
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... (See manufacturer's the warnings about the use and disposal of If the aircleaner is off, a backfire your used engine oil Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to contains certain elements that may be a real threat to the environment. unhealthy for help. Always havethe air cleaner in oil y your...and replace the cover tightly. And, dirt caneasily getinto your skin the Index. Don't ever disposeof oil by taking it on See Scheduled Maintenance Services in place when you If NOTICE: have a problem properly disposing of oil products.) Used oil can cause a damaging engine fire. you...
... (See manufacturer's the warnings about the use and disposal of If the aircleaner is off, a backfire your used engine oil Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to contains certain elements that may be a real threat to the environment. unhealthy for help. Always havethe air cleaner in oil y your...and replace the cover tightly. And, dirt caneasily getinto your skin the Index. Don't ever disposeof oil by taking it on See Scheduled Maintenance Services in place when you If NOTICE: have a problem properly disposing of oil products.) Used oil can cause a damaging engine fire. you...
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... be alittle difficult, you check your transaxle. At high speed for quite a while. In heavy traffic- Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change Scheduled Maintenance your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is 180°F 200°F to (82°C to reinstall... the air cleaner filter and replace the cover tightly. ' 60 I Wait at a Pontiac dealership Service Department. if Be sure to get a...
... be alittle difficult, you check your transaxle. At high speed for quite a while. In heavy traffic- Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change Scheduled Maintenance your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is 180°F 200°F to (82°C to reinstall... the air cleaner filter and replace the cover tightly. ' 60 I Wait at a Pontiac dealership Service Department. if Be sure to get a...
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... both sides of the proper fluid to five minutes. The fluid level must be in all the way. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to the proper level. Using a long-neckfunnel, add enough fluid at idle forthree to bring it with...
... both sides of the proper fluid to five minutes. The fluid level must be in all the way. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to the proper level. Using a long-neckfunnel, add enough fluid at idle forthree to bring it with...
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... appear at thebottom of the dipstick even when the fluid levelis several pints low.) 4. How to Add Fluid Here's how to use. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of the fluid could indicate a problem. See Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch in theIndex. 1. Add only enough fluid to bring...
... appear at thebottom of the dipstick even when the fluid levelis several pints low.) 4. How to Add Fluid Here's how to use. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of the fluid could indicate a problem. See Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch in theIndex. 1. Add only enough fluid to bring...
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... lightswork as they should. Service Appearance Care The proper coolant for the proper fluid. your engine could overheat and be covered your Pontiac will: Give freezingprotection down to add anything else. SeeOwner Checks and Services and Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in mix can also use an... Protect against rust and corrosion. The repair cost wouldn't be badly damaged. 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 by the warranty. What to Check ...
... lightswork as they should. Service Appearance Care The proper coolant for the proper fluid. your engine could overheat and be covered your Pontiac will: Give freezingprotection down to add anything else. SeeOwner Checks and Services and Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in mix can also use an... Protect against rust and corrosion. The repair cost wouldn't be badly damaged. 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 by the warranty. What to Check ...
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... well because of the size or location of tread remaining. You need a new if: tire You can see the indicators at nileages recommendedin the Scheduled Maintenance Schedule. See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index. When It's Time for New Tires One way to show cord or fabric. The tread or sidewallis...
... well because of the size or location of tread remaining. You need a new if: tire You can see the indicators at nileages recommendedin the Scheduled Maintenance Schedule. See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index. When It's Time for New Tires One way to show cord or fabric. The tread or sidewallis...
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... painted surfacesto remove foreign corrosion protection. If these Although no plain water. corrode quicklyand may develop into the paint surface. I Underbody Maintenance Chemical PaintSpotting Calcium chlorideand other debris can create a chemicalfallout. sap, bird droppings, chemicals from your dealer or other foreign and removed,...miles (20 000 km)of damage can damage your in thepaint job materials fromthe underbody with causes this, Pontiac will Your dealeror an underbody vehicle whichever comesfirst. Bare metal will repair, at no defect in dealer's body and paint shop....
... painted surfacesto remove foreign corrosion protection. If these Although no plain water. corrode quicklyand may develop into the paint surface. I Underbody Maintenance Chemical PaintSpotting Calcium chlorideand other debris can create a chemicalfallout. sap, bird droppings, chemicals from your dealer or other foreign and removed,...miles (20 000 km)of damage can damage your in thepaint job materials fromthe underbody with causes this, Pontiac will Your dealeror an underbody vehicle whichever comesfirst. Bare metal will repair, at no defect in dealer's body and paint shop....
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... fordetails. le G Protection M I Plan I ...21 00 Schedule I1 ...202 Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services ...204 B. See your new vehicle warranties. Part 7 Maintenance Schedule Section Introduction A Word About Maintenance ...198 Your Vehicle andthe EnvTronment...198 How This Part is O r p i z e d ...,...198 A. Periadic Maintenance Inspections ...210 D. Owner Checks & Services At Each Fuel Fill ...206 At Least Once...
... fordetails. le G Protection M I Plan I ...21 00 Schedule I1 ...202 Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services ...204 B. See your new vehicle warranties. Part 7 Maintenance Schedule Section Introduction A Word About Maintenance ...198 Your Vehicle andthe EnvTronment...198 How This Part is O r p i z e d ...,...198 A. Periadic Maintenance Inspections ...210 D. Owner Checks & Services At Each Fuel Fill ...206 At Least Once...
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... and the Enwironment your dealer's service department or another qualified service center do these services can choose to have their GM vehicles, maintenance maintain your vehicle properly. SeeService Publications in the Index. "Section B: Owner Checks and Services" tells you what you can short ...distances only a fewtimes a week. So please read this manual. All recommended keep your Pontiac Services" showswhat to do help you for fuel. significantly affectthe quality of this part is Organized you will find theschedules in this ...
... and the Enwironment your dealer's service department or another qualified service center do these services can choose to have their GM vehicles, maintenance maintain your vehicle properly. SeeService Publications in the Index. "Section B: Owner Checks and Services" tells you what you can short ...distances only a fewtimes a week. So please read this manual. All recommended keep your Pontiac Services" showswhat to do help you for fuel. significantly affectthe quality of this part is Organized you will find theschedules in this ...
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... their equivalents, should be happy with it down in the Index. the work yourselfor and wants you will perform maintenance performedon your vehicle. "Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections" explains important inspections that your Pontiac dealer's service department or another qualified service center should schedule them. Whenever any one of the to your dealer for...
... their equivalents, should be happy with it down in the Index. the work yourselfor and wants you will perform maintenance performedon your vehicle. "Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections" explains important inspections that your Pontiac dealer's service department or another qualified service center should schedule them. Whenever any one of the to your dealer for...
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...the vehicleis used for delivery service, police, taxi or other oil change. w ITEM TO BE SERVICED See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services following Schedules I Every other commercial applications. WHEN TO PERFORM Miles (kilometers)or Months (whichever occurs first). I = ... Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km)or 24 Months. I I 2 I I Chassis Lubrication I I and 11. I See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance No' Services following conditions: When mosttrips are less than 4 miles (6 When mosttrips are less than 10 miles (16 km)and outside temperatures remain below ...
...the vehicleis used for delivery service, police, taxi or other oil change. w ITEM TO BE SERVICED See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services following Schedules I Every other commercial applications. WHEN TO PERFORM Miles (kilometers)or Months (whichever occurs first). I = ... Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km)or 24 Months. I I 2 I I Chassis Lubrication I I and 11. I See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance No' Services following conditions: When mosttrips are less than 4 miles (6 When mosttrips are less than 10 miles (16 km)and outside temperatures remain below ...
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... Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km). Services following I f = The U.S. I m or See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Schedules I 4 EngineAccessoryDriveBeltInspection* Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 k ) 24 Months. TO BE SERVICED See Explanation of vehicle... useful life. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in Schedule I Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km)or 12 Months. I I 6 I Transaxle...
... Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km). Services following I f = The U.S. I m or See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Schedules I 4 EngineAccessoryDriveBeltInspection* Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 k ) 24 Months. TO BE SERVICED See Explanation of vehicle... useful life. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in Schedule I Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km)or 12 Months. I I 6 I Transaxle...
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...-30), see irregular or premature wear, 6. tires for transaxles, fluid doesn't require damaged wheels also. SeePeriodic Maintenance Inspections. All parts should be shown alone or in Section D. cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services Following are suspension and steering linkage. Engine Oil and Filter Change" tension. Lubricate the transaxle shift...
...-30), see irregular or premature wear, 6. tires for transaxles, fluid doesn't require damaged wheels also. SeePeriodic Maintenance Inspections. All parts should be shown alone or in Section D. cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services Following are suspension and steering linkage. Engine Oil and Filter Change" tension. Lubricate the transaxle shift...
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...- Uses such as needed . 9. Inspect fuel gasket for damage or leaks. Checkthe boot fitat the coils and at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be performed at thespark plugs. Spark Plug Wire1nspection"t Inspect forburns, cracks or other damage. Fuel Tank,Cap and Lines IO. f = The U .... Replace parts as found in the Index. 8. Environmental Protection Agency or the CaliforniaA r Resources Board has i determined that all recommended maintenance services be recorded in the Index. 1 1. transaxles, change both the fluid and filter every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) ...
...- Uses such as needed . 9. Inspect fuel gasket for damage or leaks. Checkthe boot fitat the coils and at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be performed at thespark plugs. Spark Plug Wire1nspection"t Inspect forburns, cracks or other damage. Fuel Tank,Cap and Lines IO. f = The U .... Replace parts as found in the Index. 8. Environmental Protection Agency or the CaliforniaA r Resources Board has i determined that all recommended maintenance services be recorded in the Index. 1 1. transaxles, change both the fluid and filter every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) ...
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..., dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle, make sure are or they are the proper ones, as shown in the Index for further details. Maintenance Schedule Section E : Owner Checks a n d Services 3 Listed beloware owner checksand services whichshould be performedat theintervals specified to perform these underhood checks at once. Windshield Washer Fluid...
..., dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle, make sure are or they are the proper ones, as shown in the Index for further details. Maintenance Schedule Section E : Owner Checks a n d Services 3 Listed beloware owner checksand services whichshould be performedat theintervals specified to perform these underhood checks at once. Windshield Washer Fluid...