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How t o Use this Manual These symbols are on some of your controls: Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Windshield Defroster w These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Charging System Fuel Engine Oil Pressure Brake Anti-Lock Brakes Here are some other symbols you may see: Fuse Trunk Release Lighter Horn Speaker Hood Release a w 3f !r Rear Window Defogge Ventilating Fan Power Window Qj-J
How t o Use this Manual These symbols are on some of your controls: Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Windshield Defroster w These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Charging System Fuel Engine Oil Pressure Brake Anti-Lock Brakes Here are some other symbols you may see: Fuse Trunk Release Lighter Horn Speaker Hood Release a w 3f !r Rear Window Defogge Ventilating Fan Power Window Qj-J
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... symbols in the right column below: Pr ak Reverse Neutral Drive Second First P R N D 2 1 The dealer cangive you have, and some other things. Instead of oil you the best advice forthat particular area. this manual, these In 3re referred to by the commonly used coolant the heater, be sure to list... everything here, ask w.e that you contact a Pontiac dealer in ? The answer depends on the weather, the kind of trying to store the cord as it could be parking your vehicle.
... symbols in the right column below: Pr ak Reverse Neutral Drive Second First P R N D 2 1 The dealer cangive you have, and some other things. Instead of oil you the best advice forthat particular area. this manual, these In 3re referred to by the commonly used coolant the heater, be sure to list... everything here, ask w.e that you contact a Pontiac dealer in ? The answer depends on the weather, the kind of trying to store the cord as it could be parking your vehicle.
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If the light comes on and stays on are driving, check your various gages see to if they arein the warning zones. Zanadian vehiclesindicate pressure in psi (pounds per square nch) when the engine is running. Check Gauges Light This light will come briefly when you on while you are starting the engine. 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 are driving, check your various gages see to if they arein the warning zones. Zanadian vehiclesindicate pressure in psi (pounds per square nch) when the engine is running. Check Gauges Light This light will come briefly when you on while you are starting the engine. oil pressure Gage (3.1L V6 ENGINE) The oil pressure gage showsthe engine 3i.l pressure in
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... start your engine,or come on when you are starting and stays on, your engine oil level should come briefly while on you are driving. The engine could be checked. If... the light comes on while starting your engine is normal. See the Index under Engine Oil. Thisindicates that your engine.If the light doesn't comeon, have some other situations: When the ignition is...on bring the engine oilup to your warranty. Have it is not covered by your engine from neglected oil problemscan be costly and is working, out but thelight will go when you may come on but theengint...
... start your engine,or come on when you are starting and stays on, your engine oil level should come briefly while on you are driving. The engine could be checked. If... the light comes on while starting your engine is normal. See the Index under Engine Oil. Thisindicates that your engine.If the light doesn't comeon, have some other situations: When the ignition is...on bring the engine oilup to your warranty. Have it is not covered by your engine from neglected oil problemscan be costly and is working, out but thelight will go when you may come on but theengint...
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I 11. Raisethe vehicle far enough off the flat tire. Raise the vehicle by rotating the NOTICE: Do not jackor lift the vehicle using the oil pan. Then take off the ground so there is enough room for spare the tire to fit. 12. Pans could crack and begin to fit ...
I 11. Raisethe vehicle far enough off the flat tire. Raise the vehicle by rotating the NOTICE: Do not jackor lift the vehicle using the oil pan. Then take off the ground so there is enough room for spare the tire to fit. 12. Pans could crack and begin to fit ...
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...166 167 168 170 170 173 174 175 180 186 186 187 190 191 192 194 194 Service ...Fuel ...Hood Release...Engine Oil...Air Cleaner ...H e r e you will find information ...Transaxle Fluid . and then it ...Windshield Washer Fluid shows how to... Circuit Breakers...Capacities & Specifications ...Fluids & Lubricants ...Replacement Bulbs ...Engine Specifications ...Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ... about Bulb Replacement ...your Pontiac Engine Coolant...This part begins with service and ...Power Steering Fluid fuel information. and a section Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...devoted to ...
...166 167 168 170 170 173 174 175 180 186 186 187 190 191 192 194 194 Service ...Fuel ...Hood Release...Engine Oil...Air Cleaner ...H e r e you will find information ...Transaxle Fluid . and then it ...Windshield Washer Fluid shows how to... Circuit Breakers...Capacities & Specifications ...Fluids & Lubricants ...Replacement Bulbs ...Engine Specifications ...Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ... about Bulb Replacement ...your Pontiac Engine Coolant...This part begins with service and ...Power Steering Fluid fuel information. and a section Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...devoted to ...
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... OverseasDistribution Corporation North American Export Sales(NAES) 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Fueh inForeign Countries If you 're going give your engine oil can corrode, and your Vehicle and . Do to not use leaded gasoline.If you 'll be hard find. of that does business in the ...advice.Just tell us where you planon driving inanother country outside the U.S. Service & Appearance Care To checkon fuel availability,ask an auto club, orcontact a major oil company that means All costly repairsthat wouldn't be damaged. or Canada, unleaded fuelmay be driving.
... OverseasDistribution Corporation North American Export Sales(NAES) 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Fueh inForeign Countries If you 're going give your engine oil can corrode, and your Vehicle and . Do to not use leaded gasoline.If you 'll be hard find. of that does business in the ...advice.Just tell us where you planon driving inanother country outside the U.S. Service & Appearance Care To checkon fuel availability,ask an auto club, orcontact a major oil company that means All costly repairsthat wouldn't be damaged. or Canada, unleaded fuelmay be driving.
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Service & Appearance Care 2.0L L4 Engine (CODE H) When you open hood, you'll see: the 1. Engine Oil Dipstick, Engine Oil Fill Cap IO. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick . (if equipped) 4. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if equipped) 6. Brake Fluid Reservoir 5. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 7. Battery 8. Thermostat Housing Pressure Cap 154 Engine Coolant Recovery Tank 2. Air Cleaner 9.
Service & Appearance Care 2.0L L4 Engine (CODE H) When you open hood, you'll see: the 1. Engine Oil Dipstick, Engine Oil Fill Cap IO. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick . (if equipped) 4. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if equipped) 6. Brake Fluid Reservoir 5. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 7. Battery 8. Thermostat Housing Pressure Cap 154 Engine Coolant Recovery Tank 2. Air Cleaner 9.
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Engine Oil Dipstick Engine Coolant Surge Tank 2. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick . (if equipped) 4. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if equipped) 6. Air Cleaner 9. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 8. Battery 7. Engine Oil Fill Cap IO. 3.1L V6 Engine (CODE T ) When you open the hood, you'll see: 1. Brake Fluid Reservoir 5.
Engine Oil Dipstick Engine Coolant Surge Tank 2. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick . (if equipped) 4. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if equipped) 6. Air Cleaner 9. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 8. Battery 7. Engine Oil Fill Cap IO. 3.1L V6 Engine (CODE T ) When you open the hood, you'll see: 1. Brake Fluid Reservoir 5.
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... few minutesto drain back into theoil pan. Just fill it enough to use. You should check your engine oil 2.0L L4: Checking Engine Oil every time you don't, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. you need to check your engine could be level on , itmeans you must be damaged. of... cloth,then push it again, keeping the tip lower, and check the level. 3.1L V6: Checking EngineOil If you get In an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must usethe right kind. Remove it back in all the way back in when you 'll need to add...
... few minutesto drain back into theoil pan. Just fill it enough to use. You should check your engine oil 2.0L L4: Checking Engine Oil every time you don't, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. you need to check your engine could be level on , itmeans you must be damaged. of... cloth,then push it again, keeping the tip lower, and check the level. 3.1L V6: Checking EngineOil If you get In an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must usethe right kind. Remove it back in all the way back in when you 'll need to add...
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HOT NEATHEI ONE OF THESE LABELS LOOK FOR 2.0L L4: Adding Engine Oil #hat Kind of Oil to Use 3eginning midyear1993, oils of he oil container, and use only oils that the oil has been certified )y the American PetroleumInstitute :API),and is preferred for use your in the as ollowing chart: SAE 5W-30 ...PREFERRED COLD WEATHER IF MEITHER SAE 5W-30 NOR SAE 1OW-30 GRADE OILS ARE AVAILABLE, SAC30 GRADE MAY BE USED AT TEMPERATURES ABOVE 40 DEGREES F (4 DEGREES c). I'ou should alsouse the proper viscosity )il for your vehicle,...
HOT NEATHEI ONE OF THESE LABELS LOOK FOR 2.0L L4: Adding Engine Oil #hat Kind of Oil to Use 3eginning midyear1993, oils of he oil container, and use only oils that the oil has been certified )y the American PetroleumInstitute :API),and is preferred for use your in the as ollowing chart: SAE 5W-30 ...PREFERRED COLD WEATHER IF MEITHER SAE 5W-30 NOR SAE 1OW-30 GRADE OILS ARE AVAILABLE, SAC30 GRADE MAY BE USED AT TEMPERATURES ABOVE 40 DEGREES F (4 DEGREES c). I'ou should alsouse the proper viscosity )il for your vehicle,...
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...is low speed mostof the at every other viscosity oils, such asSAE 1OW-40or SAE 20W-50. Engine Coolant Heater (Engine Block Heater) An engine coolant heater can a big be help you save fuel. These three things are less 4 miles (6 km) . Your Pontiac dealeris ready to advise i you f think ...something should look for your warranty. If any one these is true for use and oils containing the following three things: SH or SG "SH" or "SG" must be on the...
...is low speed mostof the at every other viscosity oils, such asSAE 1OW-40or SAE 20W-50. Engine Coolant Heater (Engine Block Heater) An engine coolant heater can a big be help you save fuel. These three things are less 4 miles (6 km) . Your Pontiac dealeris ready to advise i you f think ...something should look for your warranty. If any one these is true for use and oils containing the following three things: SH or SG "SH" or "SG" must be on the...
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...when to replace the air filter. you If NOTICE: have a problem properly disposing of oil products.) Used oil can cause a damaging engine fire. Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil. (See manufacturer's the warnings about the use and disposal of If the aircleaner is... all free-flowingoil from the filter before disposal. 1 What to Do with Used Oil Did you laow that used engine oil Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to contains certain elements that collects used oil. Air Cleaner 1 2.0L L4: Air Filter Replacement To check or replace the filter...
...when to replace the air filter. you If NOTICE: have a problem properly disposing of oil products.) Used oil can cause a damaging engine fire. Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil. (See manufacturer's the warnings about the use and disposal of If the aircleaner is... all free-flowingoil from the filter before disposal. 1 What to Do with Used Oil Did you laow that used engine oil Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to contains certain elements that collects used oil. Air Cleaner 1 2.0L L4: Air Filter Replacement To check or replace the filter...
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... ortoo little fluid can damage 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 it yourself, besure to change Scheduled Maintenance your transaxle fluid...
... ortoo little fluid can damage 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 it yourself, besure to change Scheduled Maintenance your transaxle fluid...
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... covered by your manual transaxle doesn't require changing. However, the fluid in your new vehicle warranty. When to Check A good timeto have this done at a Pontiac dealership Service Fluid Department. 162 . . I When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the dipstick backin all the way. 2.0L L4: Adding Automatic Transaxle Fluid... adding fluid, recheckthe fluid level as described under How to 3.1 L V6: Adding Automatic Transaxle difficult, you may choose have it checked is when the engine oil is located on the driver's side near rear of the the transaxle case.
... covered by your manual transaxle doesn't require changing. However, the fluid in your new vehicle warranty. When to Check A good timeto have this done at a Pontiac dealership Service Fluid Department. 162 . . I When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the dipstick backin all the way. 2.0L L4: Adding Automatic Transaxle Fluid... adding fluid, recheckthe fluid level as described under How to 3.1 L V6: Adding Automatic Transaxle difficult, you may choose have it checked is when the engine oil is located on the driver's side near rear of the the transaxle case.
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... brake squeal when the Brake Wear a few times. miles (1600 l a ) , so your brakeswill is moving (except drums should always be replaced as engine oil, in your brake system can damage your disc brakes adjust for wear. This in could result costly in brake repair. If you rarely make a moderate...worn-out brake pads could be heard all linings inspected. inspected each time tires are the when you are first appliedor lightly Your Pontiac has front disc brakes and applied. you everhear a rear the drum brakes brake rubbing noise, have the rear brakesinspected, too. of mineral...
... brake squeal when the Brake Wear a few times. miles (1600 l a ) , so your brakeswill is moving (except drums should always be replaced as engine oil, in your brake system can damage your disc brakes adjust for wear. This in could result costly in brake repair. If you rarely make a moderate...worn-out brake pads could be heard all linings inspected. inspected each time tires are the when you are first appliedor lightly Your Pontiac has front disc brakes and applied. you everhear a rear the drum brakes brake rubbing noise, have the rear brakesinspected, too. of mineral...
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... stain, then clean with a clean cloth. Be careful, mild soap. You could scorchthe fabric. water. Service & Appearance Care Greasy or Oily Stains Such as grease, oil,butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable...
... stain, then clean with a clean cloth. Be careful, mild soap. You could scorchthe fabric. water. Service & Appearance Care Greasy or Oily Stains Such as grease, oil,butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable...
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If these Although no defect in thepaint job materials fromthe underbody with causes this, Pontiac will Your dealeror an underbody vehicle whichever comesfirst. miles (20 000 km)of the frame condition within 12 months or 12,000 scratches inthe finish ... paint surface. Larger areas finish of 4 Finish Damage and other salts, ice Chemicals used for ice and snow Some weather and atmospheric melting agents, road oil tar, tree and removal and dust control can collect on conditions can occur on your vehicle. At least every spring, flush these are marked safe...
If these Although no defect in thepaint job materials fromthe underbody with causes this, Pontiac will Your dealeror an underbody vehicle whichever comesfirst. miles (20 000 km)of the frame condition within 12 months or 12,000 scratches inthe finish ... paint surface. Larger areas finish of 4 Finish Damage and other salts, ice Chemicals used for ice and snow Some weather and atmospheric melting agents, road oil tar, tree and removal and dust control can collect on conditions can occur on your vehicle. At least every spring, flush these are marked safe...
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... Door Unlock Fuel Pump Door Locks; RearDefogger (Breaker) Radio & Cruise Power Feed Instrument Panel Lights Power Window (Breaker) Courtesy Lights;Horn; BrakeTransaxle Shift Interlock; A/C; Check Oil Light Windshield Wipers/Washer Gages;
... Door Unlock Fuel Pump Door Locks; RearDefogger (Breaker) Radio & Cruise Power Feed Instrument Panel Lights Power Window (Breaker) Courtesy Lights;Horn; BrakeTransaxle Shift Interlock; A/C; Check Oil Light Windshield Wipers/Washer Gages;
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...air conditioning the system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, sure the proper refrigerant is be needed . additional ask For information, see your Pontiac dealer. If you%e not sure, your "Warranty and Owner Assistance Information" booklet. 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, more oil may be used. When adding,be needed . Fuel Tank ...15.2 gallons 57.5 L Power Steering Pump Only ...1.00 pint 0.50 L...
...air conditioning the system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, sure the proper refrigerant is be needed . additional ask For information, see your Pontiac dealer. If you%e not sure, your "Warranty and Owner Assistance Information" booklet. 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, more oil may be used. When adding,be needed . Fuel Tank ...15.2 gallons 57.5 L Power Steering Pump Only ...1.00 pint 0.50 L...