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The 1996 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual ...FeaturesandControls ...This section explainshow to drive under different conditions. Your Driving and the Road ProblemsontheRoad ' ... 4-1 5-1 Here you'll find something you to ... and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your Pontiac running properly and looking good. 6-1 7-1 8-1 , . , (, This section tells you how to use it to quickly You find helpful information and tips about the road and how to start and operate your audio system. Index ... 9-1 i It 1-1 2-1 3-1 and This section tells...
The 1996 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual ...FeaturesandControls ...This section explainshow to drive under different conditions. Your Driving and the Road ProblemsontheRoad ' ... 4-1 5-1 Here you'll find something you to ... and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your Pontiac running properly and looking good. 6-1 7-1 8-1 , . , (, This section tells you how to use it to quickly You find helpful information and tips about the road and how to start and operate your audio system. Index ... 9-1 i It 1-1 2-1 3-1 and This section tells...
Owner's Manual
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... the drives's restraint system. Adjust the seat (to see how, see the part of adult size. We'll start w t the driver position. Be aware that there specid things to know which restrakt systems your Pontiac, see "Seats"in your , vehicle has. Pick up straight. 3. First, you . Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver hasa...
... the drives's restraint system. Adjust the seat (to see how, see the part of adult size. We'll start w t the driver position. Be aware that there specid things to know which restrakt systems your Pontiac, see "Seats"in your , vehicle has. Pick up straight. 3. First, you . Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver hasa...
Owner's Manual
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...the BontiacRoadsi4e Assistance Program at 1-8OO-RBADSIDEor 1-800-762-3743. ,is armed once the key is'removed from the START the position as soon as the engine starts. Remember to leaveyour ignition key? for Passlock TM Your venicle 1s equipped withthe Passlock theft-deterrent system. Put your... valuablesin a storage area,l i e your Pontiac dealer service. See your trunk or glove box, Lock the glove box, Lock all ...
...the BontiacRoadsi4e Assistance Program at 1-8OO-RBADSIDEor 1-800-762-3743. ,is armed once the key is'removed from the START the position as soon as the engine starts. Remember to leaveyour ignition key? for Passlock TM Your venicle 1s equipped withthe Passlock theft-deterrent system. Put your... valuablesin a storage area,l i e your Pontiac dealer service. See your trunk or glove box, Lock the glove box, Lock all ...
Owner's Manual
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... lets you follow these guidelines: 0 Don't drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first miles (804 km). 500 Don't make.ful1-throttle starts. 0 Avoid making hard stopsfor the first 200 miles (322 km) or so.During this breaking-in guideline every time you turn it toward you. To...
... lets you follow these guidelines: 0 Don't drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first miles (804 km). 500 Don't make.ful1-throttle starts. 0 Avoid making hard stopsfor the first 200 miles (322 km) or so.During this breaking-in guideline every time you turn it toward you. To...
Owner's Manual
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... locks your engine and release the switch. This could break the key or the ignitionswitch. But turn the steeringwheel left and right while you start your steering wheel, ignition and transaxle automatic (on automatic models),but never t y to RUN for normal driving. Note that even the engine...sure it could cause a collision. But even when the engine is not running . Using a tool to displaysome instrument panel warning lights. START (E): This position starts your hand. LOCK ( ) Before you open the driver's door when the ignition is off while the vehicle is moving .
... locks your engine and release the switch. This could break the key or the ignitionswitch. But turn the steeringwheel left and right while you start your steering wheel, ignition and transaxle automatic (on automatic models),but never t y to RUN for normal driving. Note that even the engine...sure it could cause a collision. But even when the engine is not running . Using a tool to displaysome instrument panel warning lights. START (E): This position starts your hand. LOCK ( ) Before you open the driver's door when the ignition is off while the vehicle is moving .
Owner's Manual
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Automatic transaxle Move your Pontiac is moving , use NEUTRAL(N) only. key While pressing the key release button, tufn the key to theOFF position. Your the the vehicle won 't start any other position that 's a safety feature. NOTICE: Don't try to shift to PARK (P) if your shift lever to... -- To restart when you could damage the transaxle. that 's a in Index.) Follow the proper the steps to floor and start the engine. Starting Your Engine Engines stast differently. The key cannot removed from the ignition unless be NEUTRAL (N). is stopped. Shift toPARK (P) only ...
Automatic transaxle Move your Pontiac is moving , use NEUTRAL(N) only. key While pressing the key release button, tufn the key to theOFF position. Your the the vehicle won 't start any other position that 's a safety feature. NOTICE: Don't try to shift to PARK (P) if your shift lever to... -- To restart when you could damage the transaxle. that 's a in Index.) Follow the proper the steps to floor and start the engine. Starting Your Engine Engines stast differently. The key cannot removed from the ignition unless be NEUTRAL (N). is stopped. Shift toPARK (P) only ...
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... your vehicle towed, see the partof this manual that tells howto do the same thing, but then f stops), it there as your engine still won't start right away, and if weather is the very cold (below-20°F or -29"C), push the accelerator pedal about three seconds. If it doesn... could changethe way the engine operates. If you add electrical parts oraccessories, you don't, f your engine might not perform properly. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in START for five or six seconds. As soon asit does, let go of the way down as you turn your acc,elerator pedal allthe way to...
... your vehicle towed, see the partof this manual that tells howto do the same thing, but then f stops), it there as your engine still won't start right away, and if weather is the very cold (below-20°F or -29"C), push the accelerator pedal about three seconds. If it doesn... could changethe way the engine operates. If you add electrical parts oraccessories, you don't, f your engine might not perform properly. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in START for five or six seconds. As soon asit does, let go of the way down as you turn your acc,elerator pedal allthe way to...
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... excessive heat can damage your dealer. pushing your accelerator pedal all way to START. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your go of the key.The idle speed will cause yourbattery tobe drained much gasoline. When theengine starts, let go engine gets warm. If your vehicle. I you hold the ... in the Index. If you could be flooded with the electronics in your engine won't start (or startsbut then stops), Try it there as you don't, your vehicle. See "Towing Your Vehicle"in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will down as your ignition key to the ...
... excessive heat can damage your dealer. pushing your accelerator pedal all way to START. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your go of the key.The idle speed will cause yourbattery tobe drained much gasoline. When theengine starts, let go engine gets warm. If your vehicle. I you hold the ... in the Index. If you could be flooded with the electronics in your engine won't start (or startsbut then stops), Try it there as you don't, your vehicle. See "Towing Your Vehicle"in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will down as your ignition key to the ...
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Engine Coolant Heater (Option) c c I RI 3.1L Engine 2.4L Engine In very cold weather, 0°F (- 18°C) or colder,the engine coolant heater can help. You'll get easier starting your vehicle. 2-16 Usually, the coolant heater should plugged in a minimum of be four hours prior to starting and better fuel economy duringengine warm-up.
Engine Coolant Heater (Option) c c I RI 3.1L Engine 2.4L Engine In very cold weather, 0°F (- 18°C) or colder,the engine coolant heater can help. You'll get easier starting your vehicle. 2-16 Usually, the coolant heater should plugged in a minimum of be four hours prior to starting and better fuel economy duringengine warm-up.
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... to get outyour vehicle if the of shift leveris not fullyin PARK (P) with a four-speed automatic transaxle.The shift lever is dangerous to ,If you start your engine because your front wheels. You or others could be .equipped with the parking brake firmly Your vehicle can 't move suddenly. P R N There are seven... different positions for the shift lever on the console between the seats. Automatic Transaxle Operation Your Grand Am may be injured. i PARK (P): This locks your vehicle can roll.
... to get outyour vehicle if the of shift leveris not fullyin PARK (P) with a four-speed automatic transaxle.The shift lever is dangerous to ,If you start your engine because your front wheels. You or others could be .equipped with the parking brake firmly Your vehicle can 't move suddenly. P R N There are seven... different positions for the shift lever on the console between the seats. Automatic Transaxle Operation Your Grand Am may be injured. i PARK (P): This locks your vehicle can roll.
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... control and hit people or objects. NEUTRAL (N): In this gear to REVERSE (R) only after yourvehicle is moving , useNEUTRAL (N) only. I Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow" in starting the engine.Your Pontiac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. Ensure the shift lever is dangerous. I . Shift to back up.
... control and hit people or objects. NEUTRAL (N): In this gear to REVERSE (R) only after yourvehicle is moving , useNEUTRAL (N) only. I Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow" in starting the engine.Your Pontiac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. Ensure the shift lever is dangerous. I . Shift to back up.
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... gear when you downshift, you could injure yourself or others. Shifting to REVERSE (It) while your vehicle is stopped. NEUTRAL '(N):Use this position when you start or idle your vehicle. DonY shift fromFIFTH (5) to SECOND (2) or from FOURTH (4) to FIRST (1). '1 NOTICE: . .
... gear when you downshift, you could injure yourself or others. Shifting to REVERSE (It) while your vehicle is stopped. NEUTRAL '(N):Use this position when you start or idle your vehicle. DonY shift fromFIFTH (5) to SECOND (2) or from FOURTH (4) to FIRST (1). '1 NOTICE: . .
Owner's Manual
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... lever all the into -way PARK (P) -- If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can't shift out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle ModelsOnly) Your Pontiac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. Turn the key to fully apply your regular brakes beforecan you maintain brake application. as you shift from PARK (P) when...
... lever all the into -way PARK (P) -- If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can't shift out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle ModelsOnly) Your Pontiac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. Turn the key to fully apply your regular brakes beforecan you maintain brake application. as you shift from PARK (P) when...
Owner's Manual
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... is finished, the lever will return The by itself whenyou release it . Q 2-32 A green arrow on . raise or lower the lever just until the mow starts to signal a turn or a lane change ; When the high beams are on, this blue light on the instrument panel also will be out. The headlamp...
... is finished, the lever will return The by itself whenyou release it . Q 2-32 A green arrow on . raise or lower the lever just until the mow starts to signal a turn or a lane change ; When the high beams are on, this blue light on the instrument panel also will be out. The headlamp...
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Be sure the light sensor isn't covered. Then start the vehicle,The DRL will hear a warning chime. and The DRL system will make it . The other lamps that come on at brightness. When it 's ...
Be sure the light sensor isn't covered. Then start the vehicle,The DRL will hear a warning chime. and The DRL system will make it . The other lamps that come on at brightness. When it 's ...
Owner's Manual
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....They're a big help. Gages canindicate when there may be costly -- When oneof the warning lights comes on and stays on briefly when you the start engine just to let you should not be or is to do about it. Warning lights and gages can be a problem, check the section that...
....They're a big help. Gages canindicate when there may be costly -- When oneof the warning lights comes on and stays on briefly when you the start engine just to let you should not be or is to do about it. Warning lights and gages can be a problem, check the section that...
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... system may work properly. AIR, BAG If the air bag readiness light doesn't come on. Safety Belt Reminder Light When the keyis turned toRUN or START, a chime will 'come on and stay on for about 20 seconds, then it will flashfor about eight seconds to remind people for tells you or.... If the driver's belt is an air bag readiness light the instrument on about 55 seconds. The safety belt light will come on when you start your vehicle, stays on,or comes on when you if there is an electrical problem.The system check includes the air bag sensor, thebag modules...
... system may work properly. AIR, BAG If the air bag readiness light doesn't come on. Safety Belt Reminder Light When the keyis turned toRUN or START, a chime will 'come on and stay on for about 20 seconds, then it will flashfor about eight seconds to remind people for tells you or.... If the driver's belt is an air bag readiness light the instrument on about 55 seconds. The safety belt light will come on when you start your vehicle, stays on,or comes on when you if there is an electrical problem.The system check includes the air bag sensor, thebag modules...
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... system, this part. Or, the light on as possible &. in 1 .I 'I 2-57 That's normal. The If the light stays on, turn theignition off . Then start your engine and it stays on , the brake system warning light the if will stay on if your parlung brake doesn't release comes on , you... ignition off . If the light still stays on, or comes on for on when you set your Pontiac needs service. See "Brake System Warning Light" earlier.this light wl come when you start the engine again to an accident.If the lightis still on . for three seconds. Driving is brakes ...
... system, this part. Or, the light on as possible &. in 1 .I 'I 2-57 That's normal. The If the light stays on, turn theignition off . Then start your engine and it stays on , the brake system warning light the if will stay on if your parlung brake doesn't release comes on , you... ignition off . If the light still stays on, or comes on for on when you set your Pontiac needs service. See "Brake System Warning Light" earlier.this light wl come when you start the engine again to an accident.If the lightis still on . for three seconds. Driving is brakes ...
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... briefly on released, your vehicle may be readyto warn you set your parking brakewith the engine running, and it willbe ready to RUN. If you start the engine. If the light doesn't come on then, have it fixed so it will be a problemwith your Enhanced Traction System and your vehicle needs...
... briefly on released, your vehicle may be readyto warn you set your parking brakewith the engine running, and it willbe ready to RUN. If you start the engine. If the light doesn't come on then, have it fixed so it will be a problemwith your Enhanced Traction System and your vehicle needs...
Owner's Manual
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... corrected when the electrical system dries out. deep puddleof water? If so, your vehicle? It will usually be sure to turnlight off . As your engine starts run out of fuel, your engine may You notice this as designed since small amounts of the above steps have made the light off, turn... fuelline causing a misfire. of the one proper fuelto turn the lightoff. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine notto run as efficiently as stalling after start-up, stalling when you recently changed brands fuel? It will be wet.
... corrected when the electrical system dries out. deep puddleof water? If so, your vehicle? It will usually be sure to turnlight off . As your engine starts run out of fuel, your engine may You notice this as designed since small amounts of the above steps have made the light off, turn... fuelline causing a misfire. of the one proper fuelto turn the lightoff. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine notto run as efficiently as stalling after start-up, stalling when you recently changed brands fuel? It will be wet.