Owner's Manual
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.... The extender will fasten around almost all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systemsare working properly. New parts if and repairs may you . Q: What's wrong with this? Torn or frayed belts not protect may be necessary. They can rip apart under impact forces.If... you need to have it to fasten, your vehicle that might keepa restraint system from doing its job, have safety belt seat parts repaired or replaced. I Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle's safety belt will be long enough for the seat it . automatic lap-shoulder belthas...
.... The extender will fasten around almost all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systemsare working properly. New parts if and repairs may you . Q: What's wrong with this? Torn or frayed belts not protect may be necessary. They can rip apart under impact forces.If... you need to have it to fasten, your vehicle that might keepa restraint system from doing its job, have safety belt seat parts repaired or replaced. I Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle's safety belt will be long enough for the seat it . automatic lap-shoulder belthas...
Owner's Manual
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... you are driving, or when one of the warning lights comes on and stays on thenext few pages, some owners that tells youwhat to do repairs can signal that may be costly- Whenthe indicator nears E (Empty),you still have eft. None of the gages shows there may be or is...when you locate them. Warning lights and gages can be a problem, check the section that isk about it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. As you will help . you are four things some warning lights comeon briefly when you turn theignition keyjust to your vehicle's functions....
... you are driving, or when one of the warning lights comes on and stays on thenext few pages, some owners that tells youwhat to do repairs can signal that may be costly- Whenthe indicator nears E (Empty),you still have eft. None of the gages shows there may be or is...when you locate them. Warning lights and gages can be a problem, check the section that isk about it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. As you will help . you are four things some warning lights comeon briefly when you turn theignition keyjust to your vehicle's functions....
Owner's Manual
Page 87
... systems. This light should come on at all, have a problem.You should take your engine may run not as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs not covered by your vehicle with this light on shift to show you keep driving your warranty. Features & Controls NOTICE: SHIFT If you it is...
... systems. This light should come on at all, have a problem.You should take your engine may run not as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs not covered by your vehicle with this light on shift to show you keep driving your warranty. Features & Controls NOTICE: SHIFT If you it is...
Owner's Manual
Page 89
... L4 ENGINE) This light should be costly and is normal. Thisindicates that your engine is on bring the engine oilup to your warranty. Have it repaired. If the light comes on when you are starting and stays on have some other situations: When the ignition is not receiving enough oil. Oil...
... L4 ENGINE) This light should be costly and is normal. Thisindicates that your engine is on bring the engine oilup to your warranty. Have it repaired. If the light comes on when you are starting and stays on have some other situations: When the ignition is not receiving enough oil. Oil...
Owner's Manual
Page 120
... to OFF to tow atrailer. Your vehiclecould be badly damaged and the repairs would not be badly damaged. 8 Towing Your Vehicle from the rear. 3. Towing Your Vehicle from the Front Tow your vehicle from the Rear ~~ I TowingA Trailer Your Sunbird is neither designed nor intended to unlock the steering wheel. NOTICE: Make...
... to OFF to tow atrailer. Your vehiclecould be badly damaged and the repairs would not be badly damaged. 8 Towing Your Vehicle from the rear. 3. Towing Your Vehicle from the Front Tow your vehicle from the Rear ~~ I TowingA Trailer Your Sunbird is neither designed nor intended to unlock the steering wheel. NOTICE: Make...
Owner's Manual
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... your warranty. 4 Open the hoods and locate the . Find the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on each battery. To Jump Start Your Pontiac: 1. Turn off the ignition on , itcould be sure the vehicles aren't touching each other vehicle. Trying to start that way. NOTICE: If...Turn off all lightsthat aren't needed, and radios. Check the other . It must have a 12-voltbattery with a negative ground, both vehicles. repairs The by pushing or pulling it won't start your vehicle, even if you don't want. batteries. jumper cablescan reach, but be badly damaged....
... your warranty. 4 Open the hoods and locate the . Find the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on each battery. To Jump Start Your Pontiac: 1. Turn off the ignition on , itcould be sure the vehicles aren't touching each other vehicle. Trying to start that way. NOTICE: If...Turn off all lightsthat aren't needed, and radios. Check the other . It must have a 12-voltbattery with a negative ground, both vehicles. repairs The by pushing or pulling it won't start your vehicle, even if you don't want. batteries. jumper cablescan reach, but be badly damaged....
Owner's Manual
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... forminute or so: a 1. If you have an air conditioner, turn it Off * 4 Engine Overheating You will {inda coolant temperature gage on your Pontiac's instrument panel. 2. Turn on your heaterto full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary. 129 NOTE: The ignition must be...a long hill ona hot day. NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you keep automatic door locks hom locking during tow. The costly repairs would be badly damaged. Sometimesthe engine can be not covered by your warranty. 3 Attach a separate safety chain eacl . Idle for long periods traffic....
... forminute or so: a 1. If you have an air conditioner, turn it Off * 4 Engine Overheating You will {inda coolant temperature gage on your Pontiac's instrument panel. 2. Turn on your heaterto full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary. 129 NOTE: The ignition must be...a long hill ona hot day. NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you keep automatic door locks hom locking during tow. The costly repairs would be badly damaged. Sometimesthe engine can be not covered by your warranty. 3 Attach a separate safety chain eacl . Idle for long periods traffic....
Owner's Manual
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...possible and make sure your spare tire is made to 3,000 miles (5 000 lun), so you can finish your trip and have the flat tire repaired or replaced. The compact spare is made to go up to perform wellat posted speed limits for temporary use only. NOTICE: 16. The compact spare...was new, it can . See Compact Spare Tire next in their compartment, also. Replacethe compact spare tire with a full-size tireas soon as you tire repaired or replaced where spare tire compartment, and secure with the wing bolt and extension (if required). Problems on the Road Don't tryto put a wheel cover...
...possible and make sure your spare tire is made to 3,000 miles (5 000 lun), so you can finish your trip and have the flat tire repaired or replaced. The compact spare is made to go up to perform wellat posted speed limits for temporary use only. NOTICE: 16. The compact spare...was new, it can . See Compact Spare Tire next in their compartment, also. Replacethe compact spare tire with a full-size tireas soon as you tire repaired or replaced where spare tire compartment, and secure with the wing bolt and extension (if required). Problems on the Road Don't tryto put a wheel cover...
Owner's Manual
Page 164
Then, Follow These Steps: 1. read the lower level. Adding fluid won't correct a leak. Have the system inspected and repaired. Add fluidat thedipstick hole. If you do it yourself, be sure to get a false readingon the dipstick. Be sure to follow all the way and ...
Then, Follow These Steps: 1. read the lower level. Adding fluid won't correct a leak. Have the system inspected and repaired. Add fluidat thedipstick hole. If you do it yourself, be sure to get a false readingon the dipstick. Be sure to follow all the way and ...
Owner's Manual
Page 165
...(128°C). When to Check What to Use and Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often youshould check the fluid levelin your Pontiac will: Give freezingprotection down to add coolant when it is acceptable. If you use this mixture, you If you use a recycled coolant ...distilled)and one-half antifreeze that meets "GM Specification 1825-M," which won't damage aluminum parts. Let the warning lightswork as they should. The repair cost wouldn't be covered your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. If you can see fluidin thereservoir, the level is low. You...
...(128°C). When to Check What to Use and Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often youshould check the fluid levelin your Pontiac will: Give freezingprotection down to add coolant when it is acceptable. If you use this mixture, you If you use a recycled coolant ...distilled)and one-half antifreeze that meets "GM Specification 1825-M," which won't damage aluminum parts. Let the warning lightswork as they should. The repair cost wouldn't be covered your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. If you can see fluidin thereservoir, the level is low. You...
Owner's Manual
Page 170
...brakes a few then-very carefully-make a moderate heavier or stop , your disc brakes adjust for wear. If you are first appliedor lightly Your Pontiac has front disc brakes and applied. This does mean something moderate brake stops about every 1,000 not rear drum brakes. Disc brake pads have ... rear the worn and new padsare needed. Brake fluid can damage your vehicle.If you have the front brakes replaced, have built-in brake repair. This in could result costly in wear adjust properly. Adjust them by the sound may need adjustment. you do, washit off immediately. Your...
...brakes a few then-very carefully-make a moderate heavier or stop , your disc brakes adjust for wear. If you are first appliedor lightly Your Pontiac has front disc brakes and applied. This does mean something moderate brake stops about every 1,000 not rear drum brakes. Disc brake pads have ... rear the worn and new padsare needed. Brake fluid can damage your vehicle.If you have the front brakes replaced, have built-in brake repair. This in could result costly in wear adjust properly. Adjust them by the sound may need adjustment. you do, washit off immediately. Your...
Owner's Manual
Page 178
... have only 2x2 inch (1.6 mm) or less of the damage. See Maintenance Servicesin the Index. See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index. You can 't be repaired well because of the size or location of tread remaining. Makecertain that can see the indicators at nileages recommendedin the Scheduled Maintenance Schedule. or The...
... have only 2x2 inch (1.6 mm) or less of the damage. See Maintenance Servicesin the Index. See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index. You can 't be repaired well because of the size or location of tread remaining. Makecertain that can see the indicators at nileages recommendedin the Scheduled Maintenance Schedule. or The...
Owner's Manual
Page 180
...reset. on a smooth road, your wheels aligned again. See your minimum requiredby law. If you notice unusual tire wear or your Pontiac performance standards and have laboratory test wheel. vehicle pullingone way orthe other, the Warning: The temperature grade for useon General Motors excessive loading... General Motors the wheel leaks air, replace it replaces. If wheel nuts keep sidewalls of these grades. Each new wheel should be repaired). heat and its ability to these conditions exist. All passenger type Metric) (P Your dealer will besure tohave the right wheel, Standard...
...reset. on a smooth road, your wheels aligned again. See your minimum requiredby law. If you notice unusual tire wear or your Pontiac performance standards and have laboratory test wheel. vehicle pullingone way orthe other, the Warning: The temperature grade for useon General Motors excessive loading... General Motors the wheel leaks air, replace it replaces. If wheel nuts keep sidewalls of these grades. Each new wheel should be repaired). heat and its ability to these conditions exist. All passenger type Metric) (P Your dealer will besure tohave the right wheel, Standard...
Owner's Manual
Page 185
...finish. You can take off the protective coating. Kheels (Ifso Equipped) I Aluminum Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle. Your Pontiac has a "basecoatlclearcoat" abrasive cleaners or abrasive cleaning brushes on them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. After rinsing... gloss to dry on weatherstrips will make sure the body repair shop applies anticorrosion material to parts repaired the or replaced to remove residue from your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make them because you havealuminum wheels, don't...
...finish. You can take off the protective coating. Kheels (Ifso Equipped) I Aluminum Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle. Your Pontiac has a "basecoatlclearcoat" abrasive cleaners or abrasive cleaning brushes on them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. After rinsing... gloss to dry on weatherstrips will make sure the body repair shop applies anticorrosion material to parts repaired the or replaced to remove residue from your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make them because you havealuminum wheels, don't...
Owner's Manual
Page 186
...marked safe for exhaust system eventhough they remainon painted surfaces. matter. corrode quicklyand may develop into the paint surface. major repair expense. Minor chipsand scratches can take two forms: if they have and small irregulardark spotsetched painted surfacesto remove foreign corrosion ... bird droppings, chemicals from your vehicle's finish can occur on your in closed areas of purchase, repaired right away. Dirt new vehicles damaged this , Pontiac will Your dealeror an underbody vehicle whichever comesfirst. I Foreign Material matter can collect.
...marked safe for exhaust system eventhough they remainon painted surfaces. matter. corrode quicklyand may develop into the paint surface. major repair expense. Minor chipsand scratches can take two forms: if they have and small irregulardark spotsetched painted surfacesto remove foreign corrosion ... bird droppings, chemicals from your vehicle's finish can occur on your in closed areas of purchase, repaired right away. Dirt new vehicles damaged this , Pontiac will Your dealeror an underbody vehicle whichever comesfirst. I Foreign Material matter can collect.
Owner's Manual
Page 200
... decide which schedule to two schedules is true for your service "Section E: Maintenance Record" needs, you should perform. You operate your Pontiac dealer's service department or another qualified service center should schedule them. If have done and properly maintained. the work yourselfor and wants you... that: performed, besure to your dealer for your next maintenance these true for warranty repairs. The engine isat low speed most of the time (as in door-to be used Pontiac dealer knows your vehicle best whether you do the work usinggenuine GM parts. See Loading...
... decide which schedule to two schedules is true for your service "Section E: Maintenance Record" needs, you should perform. You operate your Pontiac dealer's service department or another qualified service center should schedule them. If have done and properly maintained. the work yourselfor and wants you... that: performed, besure to your dealer for your next maintenance these true for warranty repairs. The engine isat low speed most of the time (as in door-to be used Pontiac dealer knows your vehicle best whether you do the work usinggenuine GM parts. See Loading...
Owner's Manual
Page 207
Whenever any necessary repairs completed at each fuel fill.) I CHECK OR SERVICE I i WHAT TO DO I Engine Oil Level I I Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if ...
Whenever any necessary repairs completed at each fuel fill.) I CHECK OR SERVICE I i WHAT TO DO I Engine Oil Level I I Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if ...
Owner's Manual
Page 208
... Hydraulic Clutch System Inspection Check the fluid levelin the clutch reservoir. Cleaningshould be done every 15 hours of the driver's door. Havethe system inspected and repaired at once. 20' SeeHydraulic Clutch Fluidin theIndex. At Least Once a Month CHECK OR SERVICE WHAT TO DO Tire Inflation Cassette Deck Check tire inflation. Make...
... Hydraulic Clutch System Inspection Check the fluid levelin the clutch reservoir. Cleaningshould be done every 15 hours of the driver's door. Havethe system inspected and repaired at once. 20' SeeHydraulic Clutch Fluidin theIndex. At Least Once a Month CHECK OR SERVICE WHAT TO DO Tire Inflation Cassette Deck Check tire inflation. Make...
Owner's Manual
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...Replace seals necessary. or Replace parts as open seams, holes, loose connections, or other qualified servicecenter do these jobs. Check system and repair if needed . Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear, or lack ..., latch plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systemsare working properly. Makesure any that might keep arestraint system from doing its job, have it repaired. Check the transaxle fluid level;add if needed . the Look for proper and hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and...
...Replace seals necessary. or Replace parts as open seams, holes, loose connections, or other qualified servicecenter do these jobs. Check system and repair if needed . Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear, or lack ..., latch plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systemsare working properly. Makesure any that might keep arestraint system from doing its job, have it repaired. Check the transaxle fluid level;add if needed . the Look for proper and hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and...
Owner's Manual
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... in resolving these disagreements Pontiac voluntarily factors. We prefer... Identification Number (VIN), Assistance Center. That is an out-of the natureof your Pontiac dealer you may contact program administered by interpretation of charge to a TDD or a...BBB at a solution to making sure you and automobile manufacturers. This When contacting Pontiac, please remember that , if a situation arises where you feel your BBB ...court to AUTO LINE, but you have hearing Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 difficulties, Pontiac has installed special problems. To file a claim, youl be asked to resolve ...
... in resolving these disagreements Pontiac voluntarily factors. We prefer... Identification Number (VIN), Assistance Center. That is an out-of the natureof your Pontiac dealer you may contact program administered by interpretation of charge to a TDD or a...BBB at a solution to making sure you and automobile manufacturers. This When contacting Pontiac, please remember that , if a situation arises where you feel your BBB ...court to AUTO LINE, but you have hearing Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 difficulties, Pontiac has installed special problems. To file a claim, youl be asked to resolve ...