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... and comfort controls and how to read. Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find something you want to operate your Pontiac running properly and looking good. 7 1-1 2- 1 The 1997 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to drive under different conditions. 5-1 6-1 7-1 Problems on page 8- 10....find helpful information and tips about the road and how to use . 8-1 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Pontiac for assistance and how to do if you have a problem whiledriving, such as a flat tire or overheated...
... and comfort controls and how to read. Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find something you want to operate your Pontiac running properly and looking good. 7 1-1 2- 1 The 1997 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to drive under different conditions. 5-1 6-1 7-1 Problems on page 8- 10....find helpful information and tips about the road and how to use . 8-1 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Pontiac for assistance and how to do if you have a problem whiledriving, such as a flat tire or overheated...
Owner's Manual
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... COOLANT TEMP BA'ITERY CHARGING SYSTEM I-1 FUSE - % LIGHTER t n )tr FASTEN SEAT BELTS BRAKE (a) HORN COOLANT a w, (@) SPEAKER b SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BA'ITERY ,\I/, FOG LAMPS ENGINE OIL PRESSURE FUEL $0 m V ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
... COOLANT TEMP BA'ITERY CHARGING SYSTEM I-1 FUSE - % LIGHTER t n )tr FASTEN SEAT BELTS BRAKE (a) HORN COOLANT a w, (@) SPEAKER b SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BA'ITERY ,\I/, FOG LAMPS ENGINE OIL PRESSURE FUEL $0 m V ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
Owner's Manual
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and what to do if you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Pontiac, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Section 2 FeaturesandControls Here you have a problem. 2-2 2-4 2-7 2- 10 2-12 2-13 2-13 2- 14 2- 16 2-19 2-2... 2-28 2-29 2-3 1 Keys Door Locks Keyless Entry System (If Equipped) Trunk Theft Passlock TM New Vehicle"Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Operation Manual Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Models Only) Shifting Out of PARK (P)...
and what to do if you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Pontiac, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Section 2 FeaturesandControls Here you have a problem. 2-2 2-4 2-7 2- 10 2-12 2-13 2-13 2- 14 2- 16 2-19 2-2... 2-28 2-29 2-3 1 Keys Door Locks Keyless Entry System (If Equipped) Trunk Theft Passlock TM New Vehicle"Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Operation Manual Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Models Only) Shifting Out of PARK (P)...
Owner's Manual
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... time, the doors should lock and unlock once. It can be dangerous to drive with the lid trunk open them all windows are shut. See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. 0 If you must drive with the trunk openor if lid electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal...
... time, the doors should lock and unlock once. It can be dangerous to drive with the lid trunk open them all windows are shut. See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. 0 If you must drive with the trunk openor if lid electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal...
Owner's Manual
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... hard stops for service. The system is armed once thekey is started. Remember to restart the engine if you follow these guidelines: 0 Don't drive at 1-800-ROADSIB or 1-800-762-3743. your Pontiac dealer for the first 200 miles (322 km) orso, During this breaking-in guideline every time...yet in the Index for thefirst 500 miles (805 km). See In an emergency,call the Pontiac Roadside Assistance Center at any one speed fast or slow for more information. -- -- 2-13 If the engine stalls and the THEFT SYSlight flashes, wait until the light stops flashing before trying to check ...
... hard stops for service. The system is armed once thekey is started. Remember to restart the engine if you follow these guidelines: 0 Don't drive at 1-800-ROADSIB or 1-800-762-3743. your Pontiac dealer for the first 200 miles (322 km) orso, During this breaking-in guideline every time...yet in the Index for thefirst 500 miles (805 km). See In an emergency,call the Pontiac Roadside Assistance Center at any one speed fast or slow for more information. -- -- 2-13 If the engine stalls and the THEFT SYSlight flashes, wait until the light stops flashing before trying to check ...
Owner's Manual
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...Your steering wheel will sound if you . OFF (C): This position unlocks the steering wheel and ignition, but never try to push-start your engine and release the switch. With the keyin the ignition switch, you can turn it toward you open the driver's door when the ignition off ...the only position in in the key and turn the switch tofive positions. 2-14 A - A warning chime will stay locked. But even when the engine is not running . switch The stays in the ignition. Use this position if your steering This wheel, ignition and transaxle (on automatic models). locks...
...Your steering wheel will sound if you . OFF (C): This position unlocks the steering wheel and ignition, but never try to push-start your engine and release the switch. With the keyin the ignition switch, you can turn it toward you open the driver's door when the ignition off ...the only position in in the key and turn the switch tofive positions. 2-14 A - A warning chime will stay locked. But even when the engine is not running . switch The stays in the ignition. Use this position if your steering This wheel, ignition and transaxle (on automatic models). locks...
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...'t turn it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while turn the you are on positions that allow you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is not running, the positions ACCESSORY andRUN are using the correctkey; But turn thekey only to OFF. If it , be sure... you key hard. Don't press thekey release button while the vehicle ismoving. 2-15 Note that even if the engine is moving, turn thekey only with your engine. On manual transaxle vehicles, turning the key to LOCK will return to steer the vehicle. The ignition switch will lock the steering...
...'t turn it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while turn the you are on positions that allow you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is not running, the positions ACCESSORY andRUN are using the correctkey; But turn thekey only to OFF. If it , be sure... you key hard. Don't press thekey release button while the vehicle ismoving. 2-15 Note that even if the engine is moving, turn thekey only with your engine. On manual transaxle vehicles, turning the key to LOCK will return to steer the vehicle. The ignition switch will lock the steering...
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...I NOTICE: Don't try to shift toPARK (P) if your vehicle is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) only. Shiftto PARK (P) only when your Pontiac is stopped. Manual Transaxle The gear selector should be removed from the ignition unless the key release button is not all the way down -- ... the key straight out. If you do, you 're already moving . Key Release Button (Manual Transaxle) Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle Move your shift lever to the floor and start in NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won 't start if the clutch pedal is used. that 's a safety feature. 2-16 To remove the key, turn...
...I NOTICE: Don't try to shift toPARK (P) if your vehicle is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) only. Shiftto PARK (P) only when your Pontiac is stopped. Manual Transaxle The gear selector should be removed from the ignition unless the key release button is not all the way down -- ... the key straight out. If you do, you 're already moving . Key Release Button (Manual Transaxle) Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle Move your shift lever to the floor and start in NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won 't start if the clutch pedal is used. that 's a safety feature. 2-16 To remove the key, turn...
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...your battery to floor and holdingit there as 2-17 If you add electrical parts oraccessories, you turn your vehicle. too Try pushing your engine still won't start right away, and the weather is designed to START. Theidle speed will go of while you could be drained muchsooner.... Before adding electrical equipment, check with the electronics in START for about one -quarter the way down your dealer. Starting Your 2.4 Liter Engine 1. the vehicle starts briefly If do it doesn't start (or starts but this time keep the pedal about one -quarter the way down...
...your battery to floor and holdingit there as 2-17 If you add electrical parts oraccessories, you turn your vehicle. too Try pushing your engine still won't start right away, and the weather is designed to START. Theidle speed will go of while you could be drained muchsooner.... Before adding electrical equipment, check with the electronics in START for about one -quarter the way down your dealer. Starting Your 2.4 Liter Engine 1. the vehicle starts briefly If do it doesn't start (or starts but this time keep the pedal about one -quarter the way down...
Owner's Manual
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...motor. 2. If you could be drained much gasoline. If your vehicle. NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with your engine gets warm. Try pushing your ignition key to 15 seconds. When the engine starts, let go of the key. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your accelerator pedal... idle speed willgo down as you ever have to be flooded withtoo much sooner. Before adding electrical equipment, check with the electronics in your engine won't start (or starts then stops), it without damaging your vehicle, See "Towing Your Vehicle" in the Index, NOTICE: Holding your ...
...motor. 2. If you could be drained much gasoline. If your vehicle. NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with your engine gets warm. Try pushing your ignition key to 15 seconds. When the engine starts, let go of the key. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your accelerator pedal... idle speed willgo down as you ever have to be flooded withtoo much sooner. Before adding electrical equipment, check with the electronics in your engine won't start (or starts then stops), it without damaging your vehicle, See "Towing Your Vehicle" in the Index, NOTICE: Holding your ...
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O 2-19 Engine Coolant Heater(If Equipped) 3100 Engine 2.4L Engine In very cold weather, O F (- 18 C) or colder, the engine 0 coolant heater can help. You'll get easier starting your vehicle. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours priorto starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up.
O 2-19 Engine Coolant Heater(If Equipped) 3100 Engine 2.4L Engine In very cold weather, O F (- 18 C) or colder, the engine 0 coolant heater can help. You'll get easier starting your vehicle. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours priorto starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up.
Owner's Manual
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... could be your Pontiac dealerin the area where you'll parking be damaged. 2. To Use the Coolant Heater 1. If the cordwon't reach, usea heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for that you contact your vehicle. How long should you have, and some other things. Turn off the engine. 4. A CAUTION: Plugging the...
... could be your Pontiac dealerin the area where you'll parking be damaged. 2. To Use the Coolant Heater 1. If the cordwon't reach, usea heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for that you contact your vehicle. How long should you have, and some other things. Turn off the engine. 4. A CAUTION: Plugging the...
Owner's Manual
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..., the vehicle can move , even when you're on fairly level ground, always set your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. You or otherscould be sure your vehicle won't move suddenly. There are seven different positions for the shift lever ...on the console between the seats. Automatic Transaxle Operation Your Pontiac may beequipped with the parking brake firmlyset. A CAUTION: It is dangerous toget out of your vehicle if the shift lever is located on the four...
..., the vehicle can move , even when you're on fairly level ground, always set your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. You or otherscould be sure your vehicle won't move suddenly. There are seven different positions for the shift lever ...on the console between the seats. Automatic Transaxle Operation Your Pontiac may beequipped with the parking brake firmlyset. A CAUTION: It is dangerous toget out of your vehicle if the shift lever is located on the four...
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...moving the shift lever.) "Shifting Out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your regular brakes before is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) when your engine is "racing" (running at high speed) is dangerous. Also, use NEUTRAL only. Unless your foot is being towed. Shift toREVERSE (R)only ...engine racing isn't covered by your transaxle, "If see You're Stuck: InSand, Mud, Ice orSnow" in the RUN position. Don't shift out of See PARK (P)" laterin this section. Ensure the shift lever fully in PARK (P) range before youcan shift fromPARK (P) when the ignition keyis in the Index. Your Pontiac...
...moving the shift lever.) "Shifting Out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your regular brakes before is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) when your engine is "racing" (running at high speed) is dangerous. Also, use NEUTRAL only. Unless your foot is being towed. Shift toREVERSE (R)only ...engine racing isn't covered by your transaxle, "If see You're Stuck: InSand, Mud, Ice orSnow" in the RUN position. Don't shift out of See PARK (P)" laterin this section. Ensure the shift lever fully in PARK (P) range before youcan shift fromPARK (P) when the ignition keyis in the Index. Your Pontiac...
Owner's Manual
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...to drive. Don't shift into SECOND (2) unless you are going slowerthan 65 mph (105 km/h) oryou can 'trotate, don't try to use your engine. I NOTICE: ~ 1 If your frontwheels can damage your brakes off and on. This mighthappen if you were stuck in SECOND (2) when accelerating or... in FIRST (l),the transaxle won't shift into PARK (P) to 40 km/h) for more than SECOND (2). NOTICE: Don't drive in SECOND for engine braking. If your speed as possible. This could overheatand damage the transaxle. FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power but lower fuel ...
...to drive. Don't shift into SECOND (2) unless you are going slowerthan 65 mph (105 km/h) oryou can 'trotate, don't try to use your engine. I NOTICE: ~ 1 If your frontwheels can damage your brakes off and on. This mighthappen if you were stuck in SECOND (2) when accelerating or... in FIRST (l),the transaxle won't shift into PARK (P) to 40 km/h) for more than SECOND (2). NOTICE: Don't drive in SECOND for engine braking. If your speed as possible. This could overheatand damage the transaxle. FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power but lower fuel ...
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... FIRST (1). Just before the vehicle stops, press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal, and shift into FIRST (1). Manual Transaxle Operation Here's howto operate your engine. 2-25 Then, slowly let up on the clutch. This is your shift pattern. 1 2 w 3 4 5 R NEUTRAL (N): Use this position when you press the accelerator pedal. Press the...
... FIRST (1). Just before the vehicle stops, press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal, and shift into FIRST (1). Manual Transaxle Operation Here's howto operate your engine. 2-25 Then, slowly let up on the clutch. This is your shift pattern. 1 2 w 3 4 5 R NEUTRAL (N): Use this position when you press the accelerator pedal. Press the...
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... Shift Light If you have a manual transaxle, you downshift. I TC : O I E If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, or if you race the engine when you downshift, you quickly change the position of the accelerator. While you . This light will show you when to shift to go on and...
... Shift Light If you have a manual transaxle, you downshift. I TC : O I E If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, or if you race the engine when you downshift, you quickly change the position of the accelerator. While you . This light will show you when to shift to go on and...
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... shift lever into thePARK (P) position like this: 0 Hold in the Index. 1. Remove the key and take with the in PARK (P) 2-29 If you have leftthe engine running, the vehicle can roll. Your vehicle can move , even when you 're pulling a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" in the button on fairlylevel ground, use...
... shift lever into thePARK (P) position like this: 0 Hold in the Index. 1. Remove the key and take with the in PARK (P) 2-29 If you have leftthe engine running, the vehicle can roll. Your vehicle can move , even when you 're pulling a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" in the button on fairlylevel ground, use...
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...have to. When you are parking on the parkingpawl in the transaxle. Don't leave your vehicle with the engine running , be sure your vehicleis in PARK (P) and your vehicle with the engine running unless you release the parking brake. After you leave it. To find it difficult to pull the shift... lever out of PARK (P). If you haveto leave your vehicle with the engine running , could be dangerous to leave your parking brakeis firmly set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you 've moved ...
...have to. When you are parking on the parkingpawl in the transaxle. Don't leave your vehicle with the engine running , be sure your vehicleis in PARK (P) and your vehicle with the engine running unless you release the parking brake. After you leave it. To find it difficult to pull the shift... lever out of PARK (P). If you haveto leave your vehicle with the engine running , could be dangerous to leave your parking brakeis firmly set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you 've moved ...
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Engine exhaust can cause unconsciousness and death. carbon monoxide(CO), which you ever suspect exhaust is coming in if: 0 Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. 0 ... over road debris. You might have exhaust coming into your vehicle fixed immediately. 2-32 It can It contains thegas kill. Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Things that can burn.
Engine exhaust can cause unconsciousness and death. carbon monoxide(CO), which you ever suspect exhaust is coming in if: 0 Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. 0 ... over road debris. You might have exhaust coming into your vehicle fixed immediately. 2-32 It can It contains thegas kill. Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Things that can burn.