Owner's Manual
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... start and operate your Pontiac. 3-1 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems...How to Use This Manual ...4-1 Here you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a or engine flat tire overheating, etc. 6-1 7-1 8-1 9-1 Index Here's an alphabetical listing almost every subject this manual.You can use your manual and includes safety and vehicle damage warnings and symbols. ProblemsontheRoad ...5-1 Your Driving and the Road...
... start and operate your Pontiac. 3-1 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems...How to Use This Manual ...4-1 Here you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a or engine flat tire overheating, etc. 6-1 7-1 8-1 9-1 Index Here's an alphabetical listing almost every subject this manual.You can use your manual and includes safety and vehicle damage warnings and symbols. ProblemsontheRoad ...5-1 Your Driving and the Road...
Owner's Manual
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... ignition key must serviced byyour be cleanand dry, wait about three minutes andr ty another ignition key. about three minutes, the starter won't work and fuel won't to be Pontiac dealer.Your vehicle is not working properly and must be dirty or wet. If the the engine does not start and the SECURITY light stays on when you lose or damage a PASS-Key@II ignition key, see "Fuses...
... ignition key must serviced byyour be cleanand dry, wait about three minutes andr ty another ignition key. about three minutes, the starter won't work and fuel won't to be Pontiac dealer.Your vehicle is not working properly and must be dirty or wet. If the the engine does not start and the SECURITY light stays on when you lose or damage a PASS-Key@II ignition key, see "Fuses...
Owner's Manual
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... the engine not running, you can START (E): Starts the engine. OFF (C): Unlocks the steering wheel, ignition and automatic transmission, but does not send electrical power to which the switch returns you after start your key can use is RUN to operateyour electrical power accessories and to LOCK unless theshift lever is in the PARK (P) position. release the key. warning tonewill A sound if you open the driver's door when the ignition is RUN allow you to for normal driving. RUN (D): Position...
... the engine not running, you can START (E): Starts the engine. OFF (C): Unlocks the steering wheel, ignition and automatic transmission, but does not send electrical power to which the switch returns you after start your key can use is RUN to operateyour electrical power accessories and to LOCK unless theshift lever is in the PARK (P) position. release the key. warning tonewill A sound if you open the driver's door when the ignition is RUN allow you to for normal driving. RUN (D): Position...
Owner's Manual
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... motor. 2. When the engine key starts, let go of the key and let up on the accelerator pedal. the 2-18 This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. ~ ~ To start within10 seconds, push the accelerator pedal all floor and holdingit there as your battery. NOTICE: Your engine is designed work withthe to START. If it could change way the the fuel in START. See "Towing Your Car...
... motor. 2. When the engine key starts, let go of the key and let up on the accelerator pedal. the 2-18 This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. ~ ~ To start within10 seconds, push the accelerator pedal all floor and holdingit there as your battery. NOTICE: Your engine is designed work withthe to START. If it could change way the the fuel in START. See "Towing Your Car...
Owner's Manual
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When starting your engine very cold weather (below in the Index. 4+ 2-19 With your vehicle. I you don't, your vehicle towed, see f the part of the key. See "Towing Your Car" in 0°F or -18"C), do this: 1. If your engine still won't start (or starts but then stops), it there as you hold the key in your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to work with...
When starting your engine very cold weather (below in the Index. 4+ 2-19 With your vehicle. I you don't, your vehicle towed, see f the part of the key. See "Towing Your Car" in 0°F or -18"C), do this: 1. If your engine still won't start (or starts but then stops), it there as you hold the key in your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to work with...
Owner's Manual
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... drag the added of weight. Load-pulling components suchas the engine, transmission, rear axle, wheel assemblies, and tires are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Make sure your vehicle by itself. Then, duringthe first 500 miles (800 km) that of the Trailer" that appears laterin this A information can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls. 0 Don't tow a trailer at full throttle. This helps your engine and other parts...
... drag the added of weight. Load-pulling components suchas the engine, transmission, rear axle, wheel assemblies, and tires are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Make sure your vehicle by itself. Then, duringthe first 500 miles (800 km) that of the Trailer" that appears laterin this A information can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls. 0 Don't tow a trailer at full throttle. This helps your engine and other parts...
Owner's Manual
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.... If the warning continues, over, stop, and park your heater to see if the warning stops. Stop after high speed driving. be too serious. it cools down. If you still have an air conditioner, turn oflthe engine andget everyoneout o the f vehide until it 2. But then, you 're in a traffic otherwise, shift to NEUTRAL (N); 3. Tow a trailer. Sometimes the engine can drive normally. Idle for automatic transmissions. jam, shift to the highest gear while driving --
.... If the warning continues, over, stop, and park your heater to see if the warning stops. Stop after high speed driving. be too serious. it cools down. If you still have an air conditioner, turn oflthe engine andget everyoneout o the f vehide until it 2. But then, you 're in a traffic otherwise, shift to NEUTRAL (N); 3. Tow a trailer. Sometimes the engine can drive normally. Idle for automatic transmissions. jam, shift to the highest gear while driving --
Owner's Manual
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... normal service on your original tires. You need , look at three or more places around the tire. 0 You can 't be followedby an "MS" will (for mud and snow). That way, your tires have tires that are the same size, load range, speed rating construction type (bias, and bias-belted or radial) as your vehicle whenit was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number...
... normal service on your original tires. You need , look at three or more places around the tire. 0 You can 't be followedby an "MS" will (for mud and snow). That way, your tires have tires that are the same size, load range, speed rating construction type (bias, and bias-belted or radial) as your vehicle whenit was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number...
Owner's Manual
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... Release Relay; GAGES: Audio Alarm Module; Keyless Entry Receiver; Rear Defogger 13. WIPEWASH: Windshield Wipermasher 15. WINDOWS: Power Windows, Convertible Top 6. PWR ACCY:Power Door Locks; SECURITY Indicator; Cooling Level Latching Module 16. RADIO: Radio Amplifier; Instrument Cluster; BrakeSwitch Assembly; I DIMMER: Brightness Control P 14. Hazard Flasher 7. COURTESY: Audio Alarm Module; Keyless Entry Receiver Switch (Circuit Breaker); Auxiliary Accessory Wire 8. Theft Deterrent Module; Fuel Pump Re1ay;Theft Deterrent Module; Engine Mass Air Flow Sensor...
... Release Relay; GAGES: Audio Alarm Module; Keyless Entry Receiver; Rear Defogger 13. WIPEWASH: Windshield Wipermasher 15. WINDOWS: Power Windows, Convertible Top 6. PWR ACCY:Power Door Locks; SECURITY Indicator; Cooling Level Latching Module 16. RADIO: Radio Amplifier; Instrument Cluster; BrakeSwitch Assembly; I DIMMER: Brightness Control P 14. Hazard Flasher 7. COURTESY: Audio Alarm Module; Keyless Entry Receiver Switch (Circuit Breaker); Auxiliary Accessory Wire 8. Theft Deterrent Module; Fuel Pump Re1ay;Theft Deterrent Module; Engine Mass Air Flow Sensor...
Owner's Manual
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... Plan GM supplements your Pontiac dealer details. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. 11 I motec Have you purchased the Protection Plan? See your new vehicle warranties. Maintenance Schedule Introduction KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED IMPORTANT: Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helpskeep your to vehicle in condition, please maintain your...
... Plan GM supplements your Pontiac dealer details. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. 11 I motec Have you purchased the Protection Plan? See your new vehicle warranties. Maintenance Schedule Introduction KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED IMPORTANT: Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helpskeep your to vehicle in condition, please maintain your...
Owner's Manual
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I I 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) [I 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) 3 months, whicliever occurs first). An Emission ControlService. Lubricate the transmission shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. 0Lubricate the steering linkage. II I I ~ Maintenance Schedule I ] Change engineoil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-8
I I 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) [I 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) 3 months, whicliever occurs first). An Emission ControlService. Lubricate the transmission shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. 0Lubricate the steering linkage. II I I ~ Maintenance Schedule I ] Change engineoil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-8
Owner's Manual
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...). Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Lubricate the transmission shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to use. See "Engine Coolant" in the Index for what to pull a trailer. 0Inspect engine accessory drive belt (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). ~ Maintenance Schedule I 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or...
...). Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Lubricate the transmission shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to use. See "Engine Coolant" in the Index for what to pull a trailer. 0Inspect engine accessory drive belt (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). ~ Maintenance Schedule I 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or...
Owner's Manual
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... fuel tank, cap and lines for any damage. C Rotate tires. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect spark plug wires.An Emission Control Service. 3- 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 0Change engine oil and filter(or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Lubricate the transmission shift linkage every (or 12 months, whichever occurs first). 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) Replace spark plugs (except 5.7L Code P engine). An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate the steering...
... fuel tank, cap and lines for any damage. C Rotate tires. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect spark plug wires.An Emission Control Service. 3- 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 0Change engine oil and filter(or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Lubricate the transmission shift linkage every (or 12 months, whichever occurs first). 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) Replace spark plugs (except 5.7L Code P engine). An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate the steering...
Owner's Manual
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... Control Service.T DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-43 In hilly or mountainous terrain. - c Inspect spark plug wires.An Emission Control ] Service. An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines. An Emission Control Service. delivery service. Uses such as needed. Inspect hoses. T Replace air cleaner filter. Replace parts as foundin taxi, police or Replace spark plugs (except 5.7L Code P engine). When doing frequent trailer towing. - Sewice. Ifyou do not use . Manual transmissionfluid doesn't require change the and filter fluid...
... Control Service.T DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-43 In hilly or mountainous terrain. - c Inspect spark plug wires.An Emission Control ] Service. An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines. An Emission Control Service. delivery service. Uses such as needed. Inspect hoses. T Replace air cleaner filter. Replace parts as foundin taxi, police or Replace spark plugs (except 5.7L Code P engine). When doing frequent trailer towing. - Sewice. Ifyou do not use . Manual transmissionfluid doesn't require change the and filter fluid...
Owner's Manual
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... shift lever is the floor.I the starter works when the clutch isn't f pushed all the way down, your vehicle needs service. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine.The starter should turn to is PARK (P). Also lubricate all body door hinges. With a manual transmission, the key should work only when the clutch pushed downall the way to LOCK only when the shift lever is in each gear. On manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL...
... shift lever is the floor.I the starter works when the clutch isn't f pushed all the way down, your vehicle needs service. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine.The starter should turn to is PARK (P). Also lubricate all body door hinges. With a manual transmission, the key should work only when the clutch pushed downall the way to LOCK only when the shift lever is in each gear. On manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL...
Owner's Manual
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... to the Coolant Recovery Tank ...5-20 Coolant. Front ...2-60 Control of ...2-48 Passing Another Vehicle While Using ...2-48 To Increase Speed ...2-47 9-3 Engine Oil ...6-14 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid ...6-29 Manual Transmission Fluid ...6-27 Power Steering Fluid ...6-34 1-40 Restraint Systems ...Things Under the Hood ...6-8 Chemical Paint Spotting ...6-63 Child Restraints ...Securing inst Rear Seat Position...1-33 . To Lower Your ...2-80 Convertible Top. Power Windows Other and Power Options ...6-67 Cleaner. Engine ...2-21 5-20 Coolant Recovery Tank ...Coolant Temperature Gage...
... to the Coolant Recovery Tank ...5-20 Coolant. Front ...2-60 Control of ...2-48 Passing Another Vehicle While Using ...2-48 To Increase Speed ...2-47 9-3 Engine Oil ...6-14 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid ...6-29 Manual Transmission Fluid ...6-27 Power Steering Fluid ...6-34 1-40 Restraint Systems ...Things Under the Hood ...6-8 Chemical Paint Spotting ...6-63 Child Restraints ...Securing inst Rear Seat Position...1-33 . To Lower Your ...2-80 Convertible Top. Power Windows Other and Power Options ...6-67 Cleaner. Engine ...2-21 5-20 Coolant Recovery Tank ...Coolant Temperature Gage...
Owner's Manual
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... Brake System ...7-49 Exhaust Systems ...7-48 7-49 Manual Transmission ...7-49 Rear Axle Service ...Restraint System ...7-48 Steering and Suspension ...7-48 7-49 Throttle Linkage ...Installing Boot Cover ...2-82 2-64 Instrument Panel ...Instrument Panel Brightness Control ...2-49 . Instrument Panel Cluster ...2-66 Instrument Panel Cleaning...6-59 2-52 Interior Lamps ... Tire ...Jump K e y Lock Cvlinders...Key Release Button ...Keys ...I You're Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Glass.Cleaning ...6-59 2-60 GloveBox ...GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ...4-30 Halogen Bulbs ...6-40 2-9 Hatchback...
... Brake System ...7-49 Exhaust Systems ...7-48 7-49 Manual Transmission ...7-49 Rear Axle Service ...Restraint System ...7-48 Steering and Suspension ...7-48 7-49 Throttle Linkage ...Installing Boot Cover ...2-82 2-64 Instrument Panel ...Instrument Panel Brightness Control ...2-49 . Instrument Panel Cluster ...2-66 Instrument Panel Cleaning...6-59 2-52 Interior Lamps ... Tire ...Jump K e y Lock Cvlinders...Key Release Button ...Keys ...I You're Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Glass.Cleaning ...6-59 2-60 GloveBox ...GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ...4-30 Halogen Bulbs ...6-40 2-9 Hatchback...
Owner's Manual
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... Slip Differential ...Limited Slip Axle ...6-32 Loading Your Vehicle ...4-29 Locks Door ...2-3 2-4 PowerDoor ...Steering Column ...7-46 Lock.Torque ...2-35 Long Trip. When Trailer Towing...4-38 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) 2-74 Manual Adjust Mirror ...2-53 1-1 Manual Front Seat ...Manual Remote Control Mirror...2-53 Manual Transmission Periodic Maintenance Inspections ...7-48 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...7-50 7-6 Schedule1 ...7-4 Schedule I Definition ...7-32 ScheduleII ...Schedule 11 Definition ...7-5 Scheduled Maintenance Services ...7-3 Maintenance...
... Slip Differential ...Limited Slip Axle ...6-32 Loading Your Vehicle ...4-29 Locks Door ...2-3 2-4 PowerDoor ...Steering Column ...7-46 Lock.Torque ...2-35 Long Trip. When Trailer Towing...4-38 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) 2-74 Manual Adjust Mirror ...2-53 1-1 Manual Front Seat ...Manual Remote Control Mirror...2-53 Manual Transmission Periodic Maintenance Inspections ...7-48 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...7-50 7-6 Schedule1 ...7-4 Schedule I Definition ...7-32 ScheduleII ...Schedule 11 Definition ...7-5 Scheduled Maintenance Services ...7-3 Maintenance...
Owner's Manual
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... 6-54 Replacement.Wheel ...1-40 Replacing Safety Belts ...Replacing Seat and Restraint System Parts After a Crash ...1-40 Restraints. Matching Transmitters ...2-6 ...2-6 Remote Lock Control. Manual (Five Speed)...2-28 . Reverse (R) Position. Checking Your ...1-40 Restraints. Canadian ...Rocking YourVehicle ...5-44 RoofPanelsT-Tops ...2-55 Rotation. Release. Child ...1-3 1 Restraints. Remote Hatch ...2- 10 2- 10 Remote Hatch Release...Remote Lock Control...2-5 . Replacing Parts After a Crash ...1-40 Retained Accessory Power ...2-16 Reverse (R) Position Automatic Transmission ...2-24 Reverse...
... 6-54 Replacement.Wheel ...1-40 Replacing Safety Belts ...Replacing Seat and Restraint System Parts After a Crash ...1-40 Restraints. Matching Transmitters ...2-6 ...2-6 Remote Lock Control. Manual (Five Speed)...2-28 . Reverse (R) Position. Checking Your ...1-40 Restraints. Canadian ...Rocking YourVehicle ...5-44 RoofPanelsT-Tops ...2-55 Rotation. Release. Child ...1-3 1 Restraints. Remote Hatch ...2- 10 2- 10 Remote Hatch Release...Remote Lock Control...2-5 . Replacing Parts After a Crash ...1-40 Retained Accessory Power ...2-16 Reverse (R) Position Automatic Transmission ...2-24 Reverse...
Owner's Manual
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...Shifting Into Park (P) ...Shifting Outof Park (P) ...2-36 Shifting Six Speed Manual Transmission ...2-28 Shifting. Automatic Transmission ...2-23 2-41 SignalingTurns ...Six Speed Manual Transmission ...2-28 1-2 Six-WayPower Seat ...Sixth Gear. Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac ...1-25 Sheet Metal Damage ...6-63 Shift Speeds. Steering ...4-11 7-46 Steering Column Lock ...Steering Wheel Touch Controls Audio System ...3-18 9-11 Fully Articulating Sport ...1-2 Seat. mbols Safety and Warnings 11 ...1 ...Scheduled Maintenance Services ...7-3 1-3 Seat. Manual Four-Way ...Seat.Power...
...Shifting Into Park (P) ...Shifting Outof Park (P) ...2-36 Shifting Six Speed Manual Transmission ...2-28 Shifting. Automatic Transmission ...2-23 2-41 SignalingTurns ...Six Speed Manual Transmission ...2-28 1-2 Six-WayPower Seat ...Sixth Gear. Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac ...1-25 Sheet Metal Damage ...6-63 Shift Speeds. Steering ...4-11 7-46 Steering Column Lock ...Steering Wheel Touch Controls Audio System ...3-18 9-11 Fully Articulating Sport ...1-2 Seat. mbols Safety and Warnings 11 ...1 ...Scheduled Maintenance Services ...7-3 1-3 Seat. Manual Four-Way ...Seat.Power...
