Owner's Manual
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... you how to adjust the ventilation comfort conkols and how to operate your Pontiac running properly and looking good. 6-1 7-1 8-1 , . , (, This section tells you how to contact Pontiac for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. can use it... n a n c e s c h e d u l e ...This section tells when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants you want to read. It also gives you 'll find something you to use your Pontiac. The 1996 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual ...FeaturesandControls ...This section explainshow to start and operate your seats and safety...
... you how to adjust the ventilation comfort conkols and how to operate your Pontiac running properly and looking good. 6-1 7-1 8-1 , . , (, This section tells you how to contact Pontiac for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. can use it... n a n c e s c h e d u l e ...This section tells when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants you want to read. It also gives you 'll find something you to use your Pontiac. The 1996 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual ...FeaturesandControls ...This section explainshow to start and operate your seats and safety...
Owner's Manual
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...damage thecover for Owner Publications'' in several places of are parts the air bag system in the Index. Your Pontiac dealer and the Grand Service Manual have to so. Avoid wires wrapped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information about ...the readiness the system, when the sensors of around your vehicle. do The air bag system does not need regular maintenance. 2 =.~. , 1-25 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac...
...damage thecover for Owner Publications'' in several places of are parts the air bag system in the Index. Your Pontiac dealer and the Grand Service Manual have to so. Avoid wires wrapped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information about ...the readiness the system, when the sensors of around your vehicle. do The air bag system does not need regular maintenance. 2 =.~. , 1-25 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac...
Owner's Manual
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... should use it repaired. to replace air bag system parts. Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you've had a crash, do you need regular maintenance.) 1-46 Look for any openedor broken air bag covers, and have them . If an air bag inflates, you'll need to orderit, take the heaviest...
... should use it repaired. to replace air bag system parts. Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you've had a crash, do you need regular maintenance.) 1-46 Look for any openedor broken air bag covers, and have them . If an air bag inflates, you'll need to orderit, take the heaviest...
Owner's Manual
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... .,,. .f ~ . Shift into a gear; I . , t , ,--: 3. Let up on a Hill 1. is covered in trailer fluid operation are and tight. 4-40 See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this manual,and the Index will need service more often whenyou're pulling a trailer. Check periodically to review these is 4. and... sections before start you I your trip. ! ..;::l.$.:$ 5 .i < Start your regular brakes hold,thepedal down and while you: 0 Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will help you find them quickly.If you're trailering, it's a good idea to see that are ...
... .,,. .f ~ . Shift into a gear; I . , t , ,--: 3. Let up on a Hill 1. is covered in trailer fluid operation are and tight. 4-40 See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this manual,and the Index will need service more often whenyou're pulling a trailer. Check periodically to review these is 4. and... sections before start you I your trip. ! ..;::l.$.:$ 5 .i < Start your regular brakes hold,thepedal down and while you: 0 Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will help you find them quickly.If you're trailering, it's a good idea to see that are ...
Owner's Manual
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... service manual, see "Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac" in the Index. You should keep your GM vehicle all GM. See "Maintenance Record" in the Index. Thereis also technical information you about your Pontiac than this manual can. Service Your Pontiac dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to ...If infomation, and then it . It tells and lubricant levels. Before attempting to do some of your Doing Your Own Service Work Pontiac. ' Section 6 ServiceandAppearanceCare Here you will fiid information about the careof your own service work, you'll want to getthe proper...
... service manual, see "Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac" in the Index. You should keep your GM vehicle all GM. See "Maintenance Record" in the Index. Thereis also technical information you about your Pontiac than this manual can. Service Your Pontiac dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to ...If infomation, and then it . It tells and lubricant levels. Before attempting to do some of your Doing Your Own Service Work Pontiac. ' Section 6 ServiceandAppearanceCare Here you will fiid information about the careof your own service work, you'll want to getthe proper...
Owner's Manual
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...be affected.The malfunction indicator lamp y o u instrument panel may fail a smog-check test.If this occurs, return to your authorized Pontiac dealer diagnosis to getrid of failure. Gasolines meeting the AAMA specification could provide improved driveability and emission control system protection compared to use If... Standards (indicatedon the underhood tune-up a hill. But don'tworry if you hear a little pinging noise when you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. A CAUTION: You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to operateon fuels that means you drive.If...
...be affected.The malfunction indicator lamp y o u instrument panel may fail a smog-check test.If this occurs, return to your authorized Pontiac dealer diagnosis to getrid of failure. Gasolines meeting the AAMA specification could provide improved driveability and emission control system protection compared to use If... Standards (indicatedon the underhood tune-up a hill. But don'tworry if you hear a little pinging noise when you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. A CAUTION: You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to operateon fuels that means you drive.If...
Owner's Manual
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... filter and replacethe cover tightly. Lift off , a backfire cancause a damaging engine fire. Don't drive with it off, and be burned. Air Cleaner Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to be burned, Theair cleaner not only cleans the air, it . I NOTICE: If the air cleaner is located on the driver...
... filter and replacethe cover tightly. Lift off , a backfire cancause a damaging engine fire. Don't drive with it off, and be burned. Air Cleaner Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to be burned, Theair cleaner not only cleans the air, it . I NOTICE: If the air cleaner is located on the driver...
Owner's Manual
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...How to drive longer. Too much or too little fluid can be sure to follow all the instructions (10°C). Wait at your Pontiac dealership Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about miles 15 Service Department. (24 kn when outside temperatures are above r) 50°F ...If you doit yourself, be a little difficult, you do not require changing. Uses such z found in See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" the Index. To get a false reading on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. choose to have been driving: 0 0 0...
...How to drive longer. Too much or too little fluid can be sure to follow all the instructions (10°C). Wait at your Pontiac dealership Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about miles 15 Service Department. (24 kn when outside temperatures are above r) 50°F ...If you doit yourself, be a little difficult, you do not require changing. Uses such z found in See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" the Index. To get a false reading on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. choose to have been driving: 0 0 0...
Owner's Manual
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... the fluid level low, add only enough the pmper is obtained, push the dipstick backin all the way. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Scheduleto determine what kind of fluid to bring to use. "Recommended See Fluids and Lubricants" in the cross-hatched area. Using a long-neck funnel, add...
... the fluid level low, add only enough the pmper is obtained, push the dipstick backin all the way. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Scheduleto determine what kind of fluid to bring to use. "Recommended See Fluids and Lubricants" in the cross-hatched area. Using a long-neck funnel, add...
Owner's Manual
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... up and then pulling the dipstick out. 2. Adding FULL marks. (Note: Fluid may appear at the dipstick hole. fluid won't correct a leak. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to use. I i ?, " ' , * 6-21 If the fluid level is self-adjusting. A fluid loss in the next steps. If the fluid level is filled with hydraulic...
... up and then pulling the dipstick out. 2. Adding FULL marks. (Note: Fluid may appear at the dipstick hole. fluid won't correct a leak. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to use. I i ?, " ' , * 6-21 If the fluid level is self-adjusting. A fluid loss in the next steps. If the fluid level is filled with hydraulic...
Owner's Manual
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... STEP mark on the reservoir cap. How tu Check The properfluid should . See the instructions on the reservoir cap. Engine Coolant The cooling system your Pontiac will: Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C). O Protect against rust and corrosion. 0 Help keep the proper engine temperature. Let the warning lights... with engine overheating, see "Engine Overheating" in DEX-COOL (orange-colored, silicate-free) engine coolant. When to Check and What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you have a problem with new in the Index.
... STEP mark on the reservoir cap. How tu Check The properfluid should . See the instructions on the reservoir cap. Engine Coolant The cooling system your Pontiac will: Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C). O Protect against rust and corrosion. 0 Help keep the proper engine temperature. Let the warning lights... with engine overheating, see "Engine Overheating" in DEX-COOL (orange-colored, silicate-free) engine coolant. When to Check and What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you have a problem with new in the Index.
Owner's Manual
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... Replacement" later in Don't includethe compact.spa.re tire your tire rotation. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. in this ; See "Scheduled Maintenance Services"in the Index for damaged tires or wheels. After the tires have been rotated, adjust front and the rear inflation pressures as possible and...
... Replacement" later in Don't includethe compact.spa.re tire your tire rotation. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. in this ; See "Scheduled Maintenance Services"in the Index for damaged tires or wheels. After the tires have been rotated, adjust front and the rear inflation pressures as possible and...
Owner's Manual
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.... Airborne pollutants fall upon and can collect on your dealer'sbody and paint shop. Dirt packed in closed areas can of purchase, whichever occursfirst. ,Underbody Maintenance Chemicals usedfor ice and snow removal and dust If control can attack painted surfaces on the underbody. Although no defect in your vehicle. can create... a chemical fallout. Bare metal will repair, atno charge tothe owner, the surfaces of in the paint causes this, Pontiac job will corrode quickly and may develop a majorrepairexpense.
.... Airborne pollutants fall upon and can collect on your dealer'sbody and paint shop. Dirt packed in closed areas can of purchase, whichever occursfirst. ,Underbody Maintenance Chemicals usedfor ice and snow removal and dust If control can attack painted surfaces on the underbody. Although no defect in your vehicle. can create... a chemical fallout. Bare metal will repair, atno charge tothe owner, the surfaces of in the paint causes this, Pontiac job will corrode quickly and may develop a majorrepairexpense.
Owner's Manual
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... yournew vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet,or your vehicle. Improper fluid This section coversthe maintenance required for . - . .. . ,! - .1' , .. . Your vehicle needs these services to keep your Pontiac. v ~ Section 7 Maintenanc,e Schedule - -. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Introduction IMPORTANTKEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER .EVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED Your Vehicle...
... yournew vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet,or your vehicle. Improper fluid This section coversthe maintenance required for . - . .. . ,! - .1' , .. . Your vehicle needs these services to keep your Pontiac. v ~ Section 7 Maintenanc,e Schedule - -. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Introduction IMPORTANTKEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER .EVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED Your Vehicle...
Owner's Manual
Page 286
...so unless you are skilled enough do some work only if you have the required know-how sure to help keep your Pontiac dealer's service You department or mother qualified semice center should qualified and have done how often. Performing maintenancework on a vehicle ...'sservicedepartmentoranotherqualified pefiom. In trying to do to writeit down in the Index. 7-2 Some'ofthese LLPart Periodic Maintenance Inspections" C: explains services can be needed to record the maintenance performed on your technician do the work . They may be dangerous. It also The remainder of this...
...so unless you are skilled enough do some work only if you have the required know-how sure to help keep your Pontiac dealer's service You department or mother qualified semice center should qualified and have done how often. Performing maintenancework on a vehicle ...'sservicedepartmentoranotherqualified pefiom. In trying to do to writeit down in the Index. 7-2 Some'ofthese LLPart Periodic Maintenance Inspections" C: explains services can be needed to record the maintenance performed on your technician do the work . They may be dangerous. It also The remainder of this...
Owner's Manual
Page 287
...else drives the vehicle. the You may drive it . Makesure whoeverservices.yourvehicle uses these limits on how to keep your t know for your Pontiac dealer. All parts should If you have done and when you have'any right for that : carry passengers and cargo within legal driving limits.... 0 use listed in Part D. even .need to decide which questions on your vehicle in making deliveries. vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Because of the If section and note how you drive.you should schedule them. You will GM perform the work , to do ...
...else drives the vehicle. the You may drive it . Makesure whoeverservices.yourvehicle uses these limits on how to keep your t know for your Pontiac dealer. All parts should If you have done and when you have'any right for that : carry passengers and cargo within legal driving limits.... 0 use listed in Part D. even .need to decide which questions on your vehicle in making deliveries. vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Because of the If section and note how you drive.you should schedule them. You will GM perform the work , to do ...
Owner's Manual
Page 288
...conditions cause engine oil to 16 km). Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in dusty conditions. These intewals only summarize maintenance services. Short Ii/ i "' kC " pt " r Short Trip/City Intervals Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil ... Replacement. Spark Plug Replacement. One o the reasons you should never you operate your vehicle under any of your vehicle: is that these . Maintenance Schedule ~~~~ I , t ~~ . conditions true for delivery service, police, taxi, or other commercial application. Fuel Tank, Cap and.Lines ...
...conditions cause engine oil to 16 km). Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in dusty conditions. These intewals only summarize maintenance services. Short Ii/ i "' kC " pt " r Short Trip/City Intervals Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil ... Replacement. Spark Plug Replacement. One o the reasons you should never you operate your vehicle under any of your vehicle: is that these . Maintenance Schedule ~~~~ I , t ~~ . conditions true for delivery service, police, taxi, or other commercial application. Fuel Tank, Cap and.Lines ...
Owner's Manual
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...Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Cooling System 60 Service (or every months, whichever occurs first). Maintenance Schedule Long Trip/Highway Definition ~~ ~ ~~ ~ Long TriplHighway Intervals Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter Change (or... months, whichever occurs first). Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to follow the complete maintenance schedule on the following pages. Chassis Lubrication(or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Be sure to break down slower. At ...
...Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Cooling System 60 Service (or every months, whichever occurs first). Maintenance Schedule Long Trip/Highway Definition ~~ ~ ~~ ~ Long TriplHighway Intervals Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter Change (or... months, whichever occurs first). Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to follow the complete maintenance schedule on the following pages. Chassis Lubrication(or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Be sure to break down slower. At ...
Owner's Manual
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..., , > * . An Emission Control Service. Footnotes The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency the or California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be recorded. I ...- ..-I We, however, urge that the failure to perform this schedule upto 100,000miles (166 000 k ) m should be performed after 100,000 ...miles (166 000 km) at the indicated intervals the maintenance and be performed at the same intervals'. 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3,000 Miles...
..., , > * . An Emission Control Service. Footnotes The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency the or California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be recorded. I ...- ..-I We, however, urge that the failure to perform this schedule upto 100,000miles (166 000 k ) m should be performed after 100,000 ...miles (166 000 km) at the indicated intervals the maintenance and be performed at the same intervals'. 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3,000 Miles...
Owner's Manual
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... BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-7 I 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) Change engine oil and filter every (ar 3 months, whichever occurs first). I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Change engine oil filter (or every and 3 months, whichever occurs first).
... BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-7 I 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) Change engine oil and filter every (ar 3 months, whichever occurs first). I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Change engine oil filter (or every and 3 months, whichever occurs first).