Owner's Manual
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... These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Here are some other symbols you may see: DOOR LOCK UNLOCK TURN SIGNALS e9 PC COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM 1-1 FUSE LIGHTER P m )cr PARKING LAMPS BRAKE ( ) 0 HORN COOLANT POWER WINDOW c FOG LAMPS a w, ( ) @ SPEAKER b e3 V ,\I/, ENGINE OIL PRESSURE FUEL $0 'VENTILATING FAN ANTI-LOCK BRAKES...
... These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Here are some other symbols you may see: DOOR LOCK UNLOCK TURN SIGNALS e9 PC COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM 1-1 FUSE LIGHTER P m )cr PARKING LAMPS BRAKE ( ) 0 HORN COOLANT POWER WINDOW c FOG LAMPS a w, ( ) @ SPEAKER b e3 V ,\I/, ENGINE OIL PRESSURE FUEL $0 'VENTILATING FAN ANTI-LOCK BRAKES...
Owner's Manual
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...could causean electrical shock.Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could be damaged. How long should beplugged in ? After you've used the coolant heater, be parking your vehicle. You could overheat and cause a fire. engine parts.If you don't, it could be seriously injured. The ...Engine CoolantHeater (Option) In very cold weather,0"F (- 18O C) or colder, the I A A CAUTION: I I Usually, coolant the heater should you keep it away from ' To Use the- You'll get easier starting your Pontiac dealer in tliearea where you'll be sure to store the cord as it was before to...
...could causean electrical shock.Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could be damaged. How long should beplugged in ? After you've used the coolant heater, be parking your vehicle. You could overheat and cause a fire. engine parts.If you don't, it could be seriously injured. The ...Engine CoolantHeater (Option) In very cold weather,0"F (- 18O C) or colder, the I A A CAUTION: I I Usually, coolant the heater should you keep it away from ' To Use the- You'll get easier starting your Pontiac dealer in tliearea where you'll be sure to store the cord as it was before to...
Owner's Manual
Page 119
... "Engine Overheating" in the Index. f In "Problems on then, have been operatmg your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you when the system is active. Engine Coolant Temperature Light This light tells you turn o f the engine as soon as possible. c TEMP Slippery road conditions may exist if this manual shows what to... is adjusting brake pressure to help avoid a braking skid, the anti-lock brake system active light will come ,son briefly when you that your engine coolant, has overheated oryour radiator c-ooling€an is not working...'
... "Engine Overheating" in the Index. f In "Problems on then, have been operatmg your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you when the system is active. Engine Coolant Temperature Light This light tells you turn o f the engine as soon as possible. c TEMP Slippery road conditions may exist if this manual shows what to... is adjusting brake pressure to help avoid a braking skid, the anti-lock brake system active light will come ,son briefly when you that your engine coolant, has overheated oryour radiator c-ooling€an is not working...'
Owner's Manual
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...been 'operatingyour vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the engine assoon as possible. See"Engine Coolant" in the Index. It means that shows the engine coolant temperature. S'ee"Engine Overheating" in the Index and have your vehicle and turn off the road, stop your... on, your engine is low on the Road," this manual shows what to do. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage You have a gage that yourengine coolant has overheated. In "Problems on coolant LOW COOLANT and the engine may overheat. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your system...
...been 'operatingyour vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the engine assoon as possible. See"Engine Coolant" in the Index. It means that shows the engine coolant temperature. S'ee"Engine Overheating" in the Index and have your vehicle and turn off the road, stop your... on, your engine is low on the Road," this manual shows what to do. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage You have a gage that yourengine coolant has overheated. In "Problems on coolant LOW COOLANT and the engine may overheat. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your system...
Owner's Manual
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... also shows these lights when they are lit on the instrument panel: 0 Turn Signal Indicators High-Beam Indicator Symbol 0 Low Fuel Symbol Oil Warning Symbol 0 0 Coolant Temperature Symbol Charging System Symbol ELAPSED TIME: Shows how much time has passed with the engine running since you last reset RP this mode. Head...
... also shows these lights when they are lit on the instrument panel: 0 Turn Signal Indicators High-Beam Indicator Symbol 0 Low Fuel Symbol Oil Warning Symbol 0 0 Coolant Temperature Symbol Charging System Symbol ELAPSED TIME: Shows how much time has passed with the engine running since you last reset RP this mode. Head...
Owner's Manual
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...on ). Turn the controlknob to the BI-LEVEL position, with the temperature knob all the way in outside air and direct it . See "Engine Coolant Heater" in outside air and cool it to your upper body, while sending slightly warmed air your to direct outside air through ventilation system supplies...;F (-18°C) or lower). Heating On cold days, use VENT to lower body. An engine coolant heater warms the coolantyour engine and heating system use it to help your vehicle has an engine coolant heater, you can use to the floor ducts. The system will come on ). If your system ...
...on ). Turn the controlknob to the BI-LEVEL position, with the temperature knob all the way in outside air and direct it . See "Engine Coolant Heater" in outside air and cool it to your upper body, while sending slightly warmed air your to direct outside air through ventilation system supplies...;F (-18°C) or lower). Heating On cold days, use VENT to lower body. An engine coolant heater warms the coolantyour engine and heating system use it to help your vehicle has an engine coolant heater, you can use to the floor ducts. The system will come on ). If your system ...
Owner's Manual
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..., You or others could be badly burned. If you just open the hood. I NOTICE: If your engine catches because you keep fire driving with no coolant, your vehicle can burn you badly, even if you keepdriving when your instrument panel. You in also have a LOW... COOLANT light on your engine is no signof steam or coolant before opening the hood. See "Low Coolant Light" in it . If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam from the vehicle until it overheats, and...
..., You or others could be badly burned. If you just open the hood. I NOTICE: If your engine catches because you keep fire driving with no coolant, your vehicle can burn you badly, even if you keepdriving when your instrument panel. You in also have a LOW... COOLANT light on your engine is no signof steam or coolant before opening the hood. See "Low Coolant Light" in it . If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam from the vehicle until it overheats, and...
Owner's Manual
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When you decide it's safe to lift the hood, here's what you'll see: 3.4L LQ1 Engine 3.1L L82 Engine A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Radiator Pressure Cap C. Electric Engine Fans
When you decide it's safe to lift the hood, here's what you'll see: 3.4L LQ1 Engine 3.1L L82 Engine A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Radiator Pressure Cap C. Electric Engine Fans
Owner's Manual
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The coolant level should be at or above the COLD mark on a hot engine. If it cools down. If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is not running and can injure you may have a leakin the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. 5-15 coolant level shouldbe The at or above the HOT mark on a cold engine. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. An electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is boiling, don't do anything else until it isn't, you .
The coolant level should be at or above the COLD mark on a hot engine. If it cools down. If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is not running and can injure you may have a leakin the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. 5-15 coolant level shouldbe The at or above the HOT mark on a cold engine. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. An electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is boiling, don't do anything else until it isn't, you .
Owner's Manual
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.... 5-16 ,LC ! Plain water, or some other engine parts, can be running . That could get too hot you wouldn't getthe overheat but the coolant level isn't at the COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of c k m water (preferably distilled) and DEX-COOL" (orange-colored, silicate-free) ...antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank. (See "Engine Coolant" in the Index for the proper coolant mix. If the engine is overheating, both fan(s) should be very hot. Don't touch them.If you do, you drive...
.... 5-16 ,LC ! Plain water, or some other engine parts, can be running . That could get too hot you wouldn't getthe overheat but the coolant level isn't at the COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of c k m water (preferably distilled) and DEX-COOL" (orange-colored, silicate-free) ...antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank. (See "Engine Coolant" in the Index for the proper coolant mix. If the engine is overheating, both fan(s) should be very hot. Don't touch them.If you do, you drive...
Owner's Manual
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... tank is at the COLD mark, start your vehicle. NOTICE: In cold weather, water can add theproper coolant mix directly to the radiator,. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it . 5-17 You can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. If the overheat warning continues, there's ... it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. be sure the cooling systemis but cool before you can be burned if you spill coolant hot on a hot engine.
... tank is at the COLD mark, start your vehicle. NOTICE: In cold weather, water can add theproper coolant mix directly to the radiator,. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it . 5-17 You can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. If the overheat warning continues, there's ... it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. be sure the cooling systemis but cool before you can be burned if you spill coolant hot on a hot engine.
Owner's Manual
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... fill procedure. Turn the pressurecap slowly counterclockwise until it . Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be burnedif you spill coolant on a hot engine. 5-19 Coolant contains ethylene glycol and itwill burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Remove the pressure cap. How to Add...
... fill procedure. Turn the pressurecap slowly counterclockwise until it . Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be burnedif you spill coolant on a hot engine. 5-19 Coolant contains ethylene glycol and itwill burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Remove the pressure cap. How to Add...
Owner's Manual
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One is shown here. 3.1L V6 (VIN Code M): There are located on the thermostat housing and heater inlet pipe.The .thermostat location is located on the thermostat bypass tube. They are two bleed valves. 3. After the engine cools,open the coolant air bleed valve. i 5-20 I 3.4L V6 (VIN Code X): There aretwo bleed valves. The other is located on the thermostat housing.
One is shown here. 3.1L V6 (VIN Code M): There are located on the thermostat housing and heater inlet pipe.The .thermostat location is located on the thermostat bypass tube. They are two bleed valves. 3. After the engine cools,open the coolant air bleed valve. i 5-20 I 3.4L V6 (VIN Code X): There aretwo bleed valves. The other is located on the thermostat housing.
Owner's Manual
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Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the base of , coolant co.mingfrom an air bleed valve,close the valves after the radiator is filled. 5. If you see a stream of the filler neck. Otherwise, close the valve. Rinse or wipe any spilled coolantfrom the engine and compartmept. 6. 4. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. Fill the radiator with the proper mix, up to the COLD mark. 7.
Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the base of , coolant co.mingfrom an air bleed valve,close the valves after the radiator is filled. 5. If you see a stream of the filler neck. Otherwise, close the valve. Rinse or wipe any spilled coolantfrom the engine and compartmept. 6. 4. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. Fill the radiator with the proper mix, up to the COLD mark. 7.
Owner's Manual
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... of the filler neck. 11. Then replace the pressure cap. By this . 8. Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap lineup like this time the coolant level inside the radiator If filler neck may be atthe HOT mark when the engine is hot or at the COLD mark when the engine...
... of the filler neck. 11. Then replace the pressure cap. By this . 8. Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap lineup like this time the coolant level inside the radiator If filler neck may be atthe HOT mark when the engine is hot or at the COLD mark when the engine...
Owner's Manual
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This would allow he1 to get one you €ully install the cap. When you put the cap back on, turn it may not fit or have proper venting, and your fuel t&-@nd gmissions system ..._ .v, See "Malfunction Indicator Lamp" in the Index. Checking Things Under the Hood NOTICE: I€you hear at least three clicks. Make sure you . Your dealer can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. If you get for the wrong type, it to the right until you needa new cap,be s u e to evaporate into the atmosphere. The diagnostic system can get the right type.
This would allow he1 to get one you €ully install the cap. When you put the cap back on, turn it may not fit or have proper venting, and your fuel t&-@nd gmissions system ..._ .v, See "Malfunction Indicator Lamp" in the Index. Checking Things Under the Hood NOTICE: I€you hear at least three clicks. Make sure you . Your dealer can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. If you get for the wrong type, it to the right until you needa new cap,be s u e to evaporate into the atmosphere. The diagnostic system can get the right type.
Owner's Manual
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Engine Oil Fill Cap E. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir J. Battery(locatedunder Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir) 6-8 When you lift the hood of the 3.1L L82 engine, you'll see: A. Engine Oil Dipstick Automatic Transaxle Dipstick Brake Fluid Reservoir Air Cleaner I. H. Radiator Fill Cap C. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir D. Engine Coolant Reservoir B. E G.
Engine Oil Fill Cap E. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir J. Battery(locatedunder Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir) 6-8 When you lift the hood of the 3.1L L82 engine, you'll see: A. Engine Oil Dipstick Automatic Transaxle Dipstick Brake Fluid Reservoir Air Cleaner I. H. Radiator Fill Cap C. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir D. Engine Coolant Reservoir B. E G.
Owner's Manual
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Power Steering Fluid Reservoir D. Automatic Transaxle Dipstick G. Battery (located under Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir) 6-9 Engine Coolant Reservoir B. Engine Oil Dipstick F. Brake Fluid Reservoir H. WindshieldWasher Fluid Reservoir J. When you lift the hood of the 3.4L LQl engine, you'll see: 1 A. Air Cleaner I. Radiator Fill Cap C . Engine Oil Fill Cap E.
Power Steering Fluid Reservoir D. Automatic Transaxle Dipstick G. Battery (located under Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir) 6-9 Engine Coolant Reservoir B. Engine Oil Dipstick F. Brake Fluid Reservoir H. WindshieldWasher Fluid Reservoir J. When you lift the hood of the 3.4L LQl engine, you'll see: 1 A. Air Cleaner I. Radiator Fill Cap C . Engine Oil Fill Cap E.
Owner's Manual
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...DEXRON@-HI,because fluid with new DEX-COOL (orange-colored, silicate-free) engine coolant. Engine Coolant The cooling system inyour vehicle is filled with that label is obtained, push the dipstick back in your Pontiac will: 0 Give freezingprotection down to theproper level. Damage caused by your new ...vehicle warranty. 0 A 50/50 mixture of water and the proper coolant for your vehicle for your cooling systemand how to add coolant when it to -34°F...
...DEXRON@-HI,because fluid with new DEX-COOL (orange-colored, silicate-free) engine coolant. Engine Coolant The cooling system inyour vehicle is filled with that label is obtained, push the dipstick back in your Pontiac will: 0 Give freezingprotection down to theproper level. Damage caused by your new ...vehicle warranty. 0 A 50/50 mixture of water and the proper coolant for your vehicle for your cooling systemand how to add coolant when it to -34°F...
Owner's Manual
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...With plain water or the wrong mix,your cooling system can be dangerous.Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol,can boil beforethe proper coolant mix will. Your engine could catch fire andyou or others could get too hot you wouldn't getthe overheat but warning. Use a 50/50...TM - - 6-21 TM Use a mixture of clean water and DEX-COOL (orange-colored, silicate-free) antifreeze. Use GM Engine Coolant Supplement (sealer) (GM Part No. 3634621) with any complete coolant change sooner at 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occursfirst. What to Use NOTICE: When adding...
...With plain water or the wrong mix,your cooling system can be dangerous.Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol,can boil beforethe proper coolant mix will. Your engine could catch fire andyou or others could get too hot you wouldn't getthe overheat but warning. Use a 50/50...TM - - 6-21 TM Use a mixture of clean water and DEX-COOL (orange-colored, silicate-free) antifreeze. Use GM Engine Coolant Supplement (sealer) (GM Part No. 3634621) with any complete coolant change sooner at 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occursfirst. What to Use NOTICE: When adding...