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...If you park in a where someone will be locked, and so will be watching lot your vehicle, it with you. If after the engine isstarted. See your transaxle. Passlock is disabled. Parking at 1-800-ROADSIDE or 1-800-762-3743. 2-9 Remember to leave something valuable in your...check the fuses (see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the Index). If you . system is running, a problem has been detected and the system may need service. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Then take them in a lighted spot, closeall windows and lock your vehicle. Seeyour Pontiac...
...If you park in a where someone will be locked, and so will be watching lot your vehicle, it with you. If after the engine isstarted. See your transaxle. Passlock is disabled. Parking at 1-800-ROADSIDE or 1-800-762-3743. 2-9 Remember to leave something valuable in your...check the fuses (see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the Index). If you . system is running, a problem has been detected and the system may need service. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Then take them in a lighted spot, closeall windows and lock your vehicle. Seeyour Pontiac...
Owner's Manual
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.... Waiting to do about it becomes serious enough to know your warning lights and gages could also saveyou or others from injury. They're a bighelp. Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in the red area,or engine damage mayoccur. 2-62-- - Gages can be alarmed when this section,... you are familiar with oneof your vehicle. When one of the gagesshows there may be a problem, check the section that may and be or is a problem with one of the warning lights comes on and...
.... Waiting to do about it becomes serious enough to know your warning lights and gages could also saveyou or others from injury. They're a bighelp. Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in the red area,or engine damage mayoccur. 2-62-- - Gages can be alarmed when this section,... you are familiar with oneof your vehicle. When one of the gagesshows there may be a problem, check the section that may and be or is a problem with one of the warning lights comes on and...
Owner's Manual
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... ignition, and the engine is working. If it doesn't come on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the light on briefly when you turn off all your brake system inspected right away. m g While this light is divided into two parts. Brake System Warning Light Your Pontiac's hydraulic brakesystem is ...parts working , the other part can still work and stopyou. Have your accessories, such as a check to show you it stays on, or comes on then, have it fixed so it checked right away. If it is not running, as the radio and air conditioner. BRAKE United States ...
... ignition, and the engine is working. If it doesn't come on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the light on briefly when you turn off all your brake system inspected right away. m g While this light is divided into two parts. Brake System Warning Light Your Pontiac's hydraulic brakesystem is ...parts working , the other part can still work and stopyou. Have your accessories, such as a check to show you it stays on, or comes on then, have it fixed so it checked right away. If it is not running, as the radio and air conditioner. BRAKE United States ...
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Malfunctions often will be indicated by Enhanced Diagnostics.) The CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is apparent, which monitors operation of the fuel, ignitionand emission control systems. CHECK See "Engine Coolant" in correctly diagnosing malfunction. 2-68 Second ...and have your system is called OBD II {On-Bawd Diagnostics- Low Coolant Warning Light If this light comes on and stays on, your vehicle senriced as s o a s you can. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) Your Pontiac isequipped with a computer which may overheat.
Malfunctions often will be indicated by Enhanced Diagnostics.) The CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is apparent, which monitors operation of the fuel, ignitionand emission control systems. CHECK See "Engine Coolant" in correctly diagnosing malfunction. 2-68 Second ...and have your system is called OBD II {On-Bawd Diagnostics- Low Coolant Warning Light If this light comes on and stays on, your vehicle senriced as s o a s you can. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) Your Pontiac isequipped with a computer which may overheat.
Owner's Manual
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...tight 1s mSteady" €aHowing. Turn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine. If the light remains on your dealer or qualified service center for service. 0 2-69 If the light is safe to your warranty. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of two ways: 0 If ... work as well, your engine maynot run as good and your fuel economy may be covered by your vehicle: Reduce vehicle speed. NOTICE: If you it ispossible. A misfire condition has been detected. If the light continues to show you keep driving yourvehicle with this light on , a a check to flash, whea it...
...tight 1s mSteady" €aHowing. Turn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine. If the light remains on your dealer or qualified service center for service. 0 2-69 If the light is safe to your warranty. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of two ways: 0 If ... work as well, your engine maynot run as good and your fuel economy may be covered by your vehicle: Reduce vehicle speed. NOTICE: If you it ispossible. A misfire condition has been detected. If the light continues to show you keep driving yourvehicle with this light on , a a check to flash, whea it...
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... once theengine is warmed up , stalling when you just putfuel into your engine may be sure to fuel your engine not to turn off . The diagnostic system can detectthis. You may have made the light turn on. The condition will be corrected when the electrical system dries out... vehicle with quality fuel (see "Fuel" in the Index). If so, your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle. This will take a few driving trips should turn the light off . Make sure to fully install the cap. proper fuel to evaporate into the fuel linecausing a misfire....
... once theengine is warmed up , stalling when you just putfuel into your engine may be sure to fuel your engine not to turn off . The diagnostic system can detectthis. You may have made the light turn on. The condition will be corrected when the electrical system dries out... vehicle with quality fuel (see "Fuel" in the Index). If so, your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle. This will take a few driving trips should turn the light off . Make sure to fully install the cap. proper fuel to evaporate into the fuel linecausing a misfire....
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catches fire.You or others Check your warranty. 2-71 This is low. Have it fixed right away. If it could be burned. Have it fixed immediately. Oil Warning Light ' If you're idling at a stop , the light may have a problem with the fuse or bulb. NOTICE: Damage to START. If you make a hard ... not covered by your oil as soon as a test to show you it is working, but the engine is not running, the light will stay on after you start on for a moment. The oil light could also come on in two other oil problem. A CAUTION: Don't keep drivingif the oil pressure is ...
catches fire.You or others Check your warranty. 2-71 This is low. Have it fixed right away. If it could be burned. Have it fixed immediately. Oil Warning Light ' If you're idling at a stop , the light may have a problem with the fuse or bulb. NOTICE: Damage to START. If you make a hard ... not covered by your oil as soon as a test to show you it is working, but the engine is not running, the light will stay on after you start on for a moment. The oil light could also come on in two other oil problem. A CAUTION: Don't keep drivingif the oil pressure is ...
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.... 2-72 The oil level monitoring system only checks oillevel during the Ixieef period between key ON arid eilgine START.It does not monitor the engine uii level when If the light flashes, the Passlock system has entered a tamper mode. the engine is running, Additionally, an oil check is on the dipstick and bring it repaired...
.... 2-72 The oil level monitoring system only checks oillevel during the Ixieef period between key ON arid eilgine START.It does not monitor the engine uii level when If the light flashes, the Passlock system has entered a tamper mode. the engine is running, Additionally, an oil check is on the dipstick and bring it repaired...
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SHIFT CHECK GAGES 2-73 Check Gages Light This light will come on briefly when you are in the Index. See "Manual Transaxle" in the warning zones. If the light comes on and stays on when you need to shift to see if they are starting the engine. Up-Shift Light (Manual Transaxle) This light comes on while you are driving, check your various gages to the next higher gear.
SHIFT CHECK GAGES 2-73 Check Gages Light This light will come on briefly when you are in the Index. See "Manual Transaxle" in the warning zones. If the light comes on and stays on when you need to shift to see if they are starting the engine. Up-Shift Light (Manual Transaxle) This light comes on while you are driving, check your various gages to the next higher gear.
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...and the brake pedal will eliminate a lotof unnecessary braking. This isnormal. See "Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light" in spurts -- This is an advanced electronicbraking system that your engine ever stops while you begin to push down. Yuur brakes will still have time to push. If you will...power brake assist. That means better braking and longer brake life. ABS is a mistake. Your brakes may even notice that will check itself. When you start your engine, orwhen you 're driving, brake normally but don't pump your anti-lock brakesystem will help prevent a braking skid.
...and the brake pedal will eliminate a lotof unnecessary braking. This isnormal. See "Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light" in spurts -- This is an advanced electronicbraking system that your engine ever stops while you begin to push down. Yuur brakes will still have time to push. If you will...power brake assist. That means better braking and longer brake life. ABS is a mistake. Your brakes may even notice that will check itself. When you start your engine, orwhen you 're driving, brake normally but don't pump your anti-lock brakesystem will help prevent a braking skid.
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... positive (+) to the Delco Freedom@ battery installed in your eyes or on your hands away from moving engine parts can cause battery this, gas to explode. You don't CAUTION: need more light. Before you connect the cables, here are ruaaing, care of fluid is there. Use a flashlight if... would damage the battery and maybe other moving parts of that the jumper cables don't have been hurt doing and some basic things you . A Check that first. could be present. The vehicles could be damaged, too. A CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can injure you don't, expiosive...
... positive (+) to the Delco Freedom@ battery installed in your eyes or on your hands away from moving engine parts can cause battery this, gas to explode. You don't CAUTION: need more light. Before you connect the cables, here are ruaaing, care of fluid is there. Use a flashlight if... would damage the battery and maybe other moving parts of that the jumper cables don't have been hurt doing and some basic things you . A Check that first. could be present. The vehicles could be damaged, too. A CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can injure you don't, expiosive...
Owner's Manual
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... dipstick handle is an added reminder- For more information, see "Check Oil Light" in the Index. this is a yellow ring. Turn offthe engine and give the oil a few minutes to check your engine oil every time you get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must ... might not show the actual level. CHECK OIL It's a good idea to drain back into the oil pan. If you need to get fuel. You should check your engine oillevel right away. In order to check your engine oil levelregularly; Engine Oil If the CHECK OIL light on the instrument panel comes on level...
... dipstick handle is an added reminder- For more information, see "Check Oil Light" in the Index. this is a yellow ring. Turn offthe engine and give the oil a few minutes to check your engine oil every time you get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must ... might not show the actual level. CHECK OIL It's a good idea to drain back into the oil pan. If you need to get fuel. You should check your engine oillevel right away. In order to check your engine oil levelregularly; Engine Oil If the CHECK OIL light on the instrument panel comes on level...
Owner's Manual
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...it on top of your skin for delivery service, police, taxi Or Oh T C S ~ ~ 4 T C ~k&d i C L t t C K L iC d 0 0 0 0 Driving under these conditions causes engine oil to break down slower. 6-14 You frequently tow a trailer or use and disposal of your oil and filter every 3,000 miles (5 000 k ) 3 months -- whichever... from the filter before disposal. This is true, change your skin andcould even cause cancer? whichever m or occurs first. (See "Check Oil Light" in the trash, pouring it to a place that may be unhealthy for your vehicle, then you need to change your used for...
...it on top of your skin for delivery service, police, taxi Or Oh T C S ~ ~ 4 T C ~k&d i C L t t C K L iC d 0 0 0 0 Driving under these conditions causes engine oil to break down slower. 6-14 You frequently tow a trailer or use and disposal of your oil and filter every 3,000 miles (5 000 k ) 3 months -- whichever... from the filter before disposal. This is true, change your skin andcould even cause cancer? whichever m or occurs first. (See "Check Oil Light" in the trash, pouring it to a place that may be unhealthy for your vehicle, then you need to change your used for...
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...and Lubricants" in the Index. Give boiling protection up to -34°F (-37°C). Help keep the proper engine temperature. Let the warning lights and gages work as they should check the fluid level in your clutch master cylinder reservoir and for 5 years or 100,000 miles (166 000 km), ... and the proper coolant for your Pontiac will: 0 0 Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should . 0 How to Check You do not need to check the fluid level unless you have a problem with new DEX-030L (orange-colored, silicate-fke)engine coolant. If the fluid reaches the...
...and Lubricants" in the Index. Give boiling protection up to -34°F (-37°C). Help keep the proper engine temperature. Let the warning lights and gages work as they should check the fluid level in your clutch master cylinder reservoir and for 5 years or 100,000 miles (166 000 km), ... and the proper coolant for your Pontiac will: 0 0 Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should . 0 How to Check You do not need to check the fluid level unless you have a problem with new DEX-030L (orange-colored, silicate-fke)engine coolant. If the fluid reaches the...
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Engine Compartment Fuse Block Fuse IGN BATT 1 Usage Ignition Switch Circuits Power ACC/Stoplamp Circuits Lighting Circuits Anti-Lock Brake System Engine Cooling Fan Heater and A/C Blower Powertrain Control Module A/C Compressor Anti-Lock Brake System Gen Voltage Sensor (2.2L Engine) BATT 2 ABS The enginecompartment fuse block is located on the driver's side of the engine compartment. COOLING FAN BLO PCM A/C ABS GEN Lift off the cover to check the fuses.
Engine Compartment Fuse Block Fuse IGN BATT 1 Usage Ignition Switch Circuits Power ACC/Stoplamp Circuits Lighting Circuits Anti-Lock Brake System Engine Cooling Fan Heater and A/C Blower Powertrain Control Module A/C Compressor Anti-Lock Brake System Gen Voltage Sensor (2.2L Engine) BATT 2 ABS The enginecompartment fuse block is located on the driver's side of the engine compartment. COOLING FAN BLO PCM A/C ABS GEN Lift off the cover to check the fuses.
Owner's Manual
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... sure the safety belt reminder light and all your engine oil changed. You may also have your fluid checked by your dealer or service center when you have your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractorsand anchorages are working properly. Automatic Transaxle Check (Except 2.4L Code T Engine) Check the transaxle fluid level; h Hydraulic ClutchSystem Check Check the fluid level in...
... sure the safety belt reminder light and all your engine oil changed. You may also have your fluid checked by your dealer or service center when you have your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractorsand anchorages are working properly. Automatic Transaxle Check (Except 2.4L Code T Engine) Check the transaxle fluid level; h Hydraulic ClutchSystem Check Check the fluid level in...
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..., Adding ...3-21 Audio Systems ...3-7 Auto-Down Window ...2-29 Automatic Overdrive ...2-19 Automatic Transaxle ...7-39 ...6.16. 6.19 Operation ...2-16 Park Mechanism Check ...7-42 Shifting ...2-16 Starting Your Engine ...2-12 Battery ...6-31 Jump Starting ...5-2 Light ...2-64 Replacement, Remote Keyless Entry ...2-7 2-42 Saver ...Warnings ...5-2 BBB Auto Line ...8-8 Bureau Business Mediation ...8-8 Brake ...6-31 Adjustment ...Fluid ...6-28 Master...
..., Adding ...3-21 Audio Systems ...3-7 Auto-Down Window ...2-29 Automatic Overdrive ...2-19 Automatic Transaxle ...7-39 ...6.16. 6.19 Operation ...2-16 Park Mechanism Check ...7-42 Shifting ...2-16 Starting Your Engine ...2-12 Battery ...6-31 Jump Starting ...5-2 Light ...2-64 Replacement, Remote Keyless Entry ...2-7 2-42 Saver ...Warnings ...5-2 BBB Auto Line ...8-8 Bureau Business Mediation ...8-8 Brake ...6-31 Adjustment ...Fluid ...6-28 Master...
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... ...3-21 10. 13 Cassette Tape Player Errors ...3. 3 . Tire ...6-43 Changing a Flat Tire ...5 -2 1 Check Engine Light ...2-68 Check Gages Light ...2-73 CheckOilLight ...2-72 Checking Your Restraint Systems ...1-46 Chemical Paint Spotting ...6-50 Child Restraints ...1-35 Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position ...1-37...Cleaning ...6-44 Aluminum Wheels ...6-49 Convertible Top ...6-49 Fabric ...6-45 Glass ...6-47 Inside of Your Pontiac ...6-44 Instrument Panel ...6-46 Outside of Your Pontiac ...6-47 Special Problems ...6-45 Stains ...6-45 Tires ...6-50 Vinyl ...6-46 Wheels ...6-49 Windshield and...
... ...3-21 10. 13 Cassette Tape Player Errors ...3. 3 . Tire ...6-43 Changing a Flat Tire ...5 -2 1 Check Engine Light ...2-68 Check Gages Light ...2-73 CheckOilLight ...2-72 Checking Your Restraint Systems ...1-46 Chemical Paint Spotting ...6-50 Child Restraints ...1-35 Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position ...1-37...Cleaning ...6-44 Aluminum Wheels ...6-49 Convertible Top ...6-49 Fabric ...6-45 Glass ...6-47 Inside of Your Pontiac ...6-44 Instrument Panel ...6-46 Outside of Your Pontiac ...6-47 Special Problems ...6-45 Stains ...6-45 Tires ...6-50 Vinyl ...6-46 Wheels ...6-49 Windshield and...
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......4-22 Hill and Mountain Roads ...4-22 Hitches, Trailer ...4-36 = % 9-4 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...2-74 . ...6-3 ...6-53 Gages Engine Coolant Temperature ...2-67 ...2-74 Fuel ...Speedometer ...2-61 Tachometer ...2-62 GAWR ...4-31 Gear Positions, Automatic Transaxle ...2-16 Gear Positions, Manual Transaxle..... Engineoil ...6-10 Adding ...6-11 Additives ...6-13 ...6-11 Checking ...Used ...6-14 What To Use ...6- 12 Whentochange ...6-14 Ethanol ...6-2 ETS (Enhanced Traction System) Active Light ...2-67, 4-8 Warning Light ...2-66, 4-9 Exhaust, Engine ...2-27 F a b r i c Cleaning ...6-45 ...
......4-22 Hill and Mountain Roads ...4-22 Hitches, Trailer ...4-36 = % 9-4 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...2-74 . ...6-3 ...6-53 Gages Engine Coolant Temperature ...2-67 ...2-74 Fuel ...Speedometer ...2-61 Tachometer ...2-62 GAWR ...4-31 Gear Positions, Automatic Transaxle ...2-16 Gear Positions, Manual Transaxle..... Engineoil ...6-10 Adding ...6-11 Additives ...6-13 ...6-11 Checking ...Used ...6-14 What To Use ...6- 12 Whentochange ...6-14 Ethanol ...6-2 ETS (Enhanced Traction System) Active Light ...2-67, 4-8 Warning Light ...2-66, 4-9 Exhaust, Engine ...2-27 F a b r i c Cleaning ...6-45 ...
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... ...2-4C On Reminder ...2-39 Latches, Seatback ...1-4 Leaving Your Vehicle ...2-2 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running ...2-25 Lighter ...2-4f Lights Air Bag Readiness ...1-20, 2-62 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ...2-65, 4 4 Battery ...2-61 Brake System Warning ...2-6~ Check Engine ...2-62 Check Gages ...2-7: Check Oil ...2-72 ETS Active (Enhanced Traction System) ...2-67, 4 4 ETS Warning (Enhanced Traction System) ...2-66...
... ...2-4C On Reminder ...2-39 Latches, Seatback ...1-4 Leaving Your Vehicle ...2-2 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running ...2-25 Lighter ...2-4f Lights Air Bag Readiness ...1-20, 2-62 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ...2-65, 4 4 Battery ...2-61 Brake System Warning ...2-6~ Check Engine ...2-62 Check Gages ...2-7: Check Oil ...2-72 ETS Active (Enhanced Traction System) ...2-67, 4 4 ETS Warning (Enhanced Traction System) ...2-66...