Owner's Manual
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... with the Passlock theft-deterrent system. Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is removed from the START position as soon as the engine starts. If a correct key is not used, fuel is started. However, your Pontiac dealer for service. Hard stopswith new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Passlock...
... with the Passlock theft-deterrent system. Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is removed from the START position as soon as the engine starts. If a correct key is not used, fuel is started. However, your Pontiac dealer for service. Hard stopswith new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Passlock...
Owner's Manual
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...your vehicle. switch The stays in which you can turn it toward you can use things like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is where the key returns after you start your steering This wheel, ignition and transaxle (on automatic models). To use ACCESSORY, push...the key and turn the switch tofive positions. 2-14 A warning chime will stay locked. A - With the keyin the ignition switch, you can remove the key. OFF (C): This position unlocks the steering wheel and ignition, but never try to any accessories. Ignition Positions C ACCESSORY (A): This position...
...your vehicle. switch The stays in which you can turn it toward you can use things like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is where the key returns after you start your steering This wheel, ignition and transaxle (on automatic models). To use ACCESSORY, push...the key and turn the switch tofive positions. 2-14 A warning chime will stay locked. A - With the keyin the ignition switch, you can remove the key. OFF (C): This position unlocks the steering wheel and ignition, but never try to any accessories. Ignition Positions C ACCESSORY (A): This position...
Owner's Manual
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If you do, you 're already moving . Shiftto PARK (P) only when your Pontiac is used. Manual Transaxle The gear selector should be removed from the ignition unless the key release button is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) only. that 's a safety feature. 2-16 The key cannot be in any other ... pressing the key release button, turn the key to the OFF position. To restart when you could damage the transaxle. Your engine won 't start if the clutch pedal is stopped. To remove the key, turn the key to shift toPARK (P) if your vehicle is not all the way down -- that 's a ...
If you do, you 're already moving . Shiftto PARK (P) only when your Pontiac is used. Manual Transaxle The gear selector should be removed from the ignition unless the key release button is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) only. that 's a safety feature. 2-16 The key cannot be in any other ... pressing the key release button, turn the key to the OFF position. To restart when you could damage the transaxle. Your engine won 't start if the clutch pedal is stopped. To remove the key, turn the key to shift toPARK (P) if your vehicle is not all the way down -- that 's a ...
Owner's Manual
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Move the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take with the ignition key your in hand, your vehicle with you have leftthe engine running, the vehicle can it leave your vehicleis in parking brake firmly set the parking brake. 2. If you . Move the shift lever into thePARK (P) position ...
Move the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take with the ignition key your in hand, your vehicle with you have leftthe engine running, the vehicle can it leave your vehicleis in parking brake firmly set the parking brake. 2. If you . Move the shift lever into thePARK (P) position ...
Owner's Manual
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...from the dead battery, butnot near engine parts that they don't touch each other or any other metal. 9. A. Good Battery C. If it won't start the vehicle with the dead battery. Now start after a few tries, it probably needs service. 12. 11. Remove the cables in reverse order to... the battery ismuch less. 10. Dead Battery 5-7 Take care that move. The electrical connection is just as good there, but the chance of sparks getting back to prevent electrical shorting. Heavy Metal Engine Part B. Try to start...
...from the dead battery, butnot near engine parts that they don't touch each other or any other metal. 9. A. Good Battery C. If it won't start the vehicle with the dead battery. Now start after a few tries, it probably needs service. 12. 11. Remove the cables in reverse order to... the battery ismuch less. 10. Dead Battery 5-7 Take care that move. The electrical connection is just as good there, but the chance of sparks getting back to prevent electrical shorting. Heavy Metal Engine Part B. Try to start...
Owner's Manual
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Turn the pressure cap slowly about one-quarter turn tothe left . 2. A CAUTION: You can remove thecoolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is still some pressure left ...and then stop .A hiss means there is no longer hot. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly, and remove it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don't spill coolant on hot engine parts. You can be burned if you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop . If you spill coolant...
Turn the pressure cap slowly about one-quarter turn tothe left . 2. A CAUTION: You can remove thecoolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is still some pressure left ...and then stop .A hiss means there is no longer hot. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly, and remove it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don't spill coolant on hot engine parts. You can be burned if you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop . If you spill coolant...
Owner's Manual
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The dipstick on the front of the engine. If youdon't, the oil dipstick might not show actual level. Remove it back in all the way. Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan. The dipstick on the 2.4L engine is located on the 3100 engine is located at the rear of the engine, behind the fan. the 6-13 1 Checking Oil Engine Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. 3100 Engine The engine oil dipstick handle is yellow.
The dipstick on the front of the engine. If youdon't, the oil dipstick might not show actual level. Remove it back in all the way. Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan. The dipstick on the 2.4L engine is located on the 3100 engine is located at the rear of the engine, behind the fan. the 6-13 1 Checking Oil Engine Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. 3100 Engine The engine oil dipstick handle is yellow.
Owner's Manual
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Don'tdrive with it stops flame the engine the if backfires. L The air cleaner is a damaging engine fire. Remove the screws that hold the cover on the driver's side of the engine compartment. To check or replace the air filter: 1. Lift off , a backfire can cause you 're driving. 3. Reinstall... filter. And,dirt can easily get into your engine, which damage it isn't there,and the engine backfires, you could be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner off can cause is located on . 2. A-CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner off , and be burned...
Don'tdrive with it stops flame the engine the if backfires. L The air cleaner is a damaging engine fire. Remove the screws that hold the cover on the driver's side of the engine compartment. To check or replace the air filter: 1. Lift off , a backfire can cause you 're driving. 3. Reinstall... filter. And,dirt can easily get into your engine, which damage it isn't there,and the engine backfires, you could be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner off can cause is located on . 2. A-CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner off , and be burned...
Owner's Manual
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.... The manual transaxle dipstick is white and is cool enough for you to rest yourfingers on the dipstick. Then, follow all the way and remove it yourself, be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at your you transaxle fluid. Too much or too little fluid ... mean that someof the fluid could get an accurate reading if check your Pontiac dealership Service Department. Check the fluid level only whenyour engine is off, the vehicle is parkedon a level place and the transaxle is located on hot engine parts a or exhaust system parts, starting fire. Flip the handle up...
.... The manual transaxle dipstick is white and is cool enough for you to rest yourfingers on the dipstick. Then, follow all the way and remove it yourself, be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at your you transaxle fluid. Too much or too little fluid ... mean that someof the fluid could get an accurate reading if check your Pontiac dealership Service Department. Check the fluid level only whenyour engine is off, the vehicle is parkedon a level place and the transaxle is located on hot engine parts a or exhaust system parts, starting fire. Flip the handle up...
Owner's Manual
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... level on the dipstick. If you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to the mark. How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is full. 6-29 Then remove the cap again and look at the C mark. Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals...
... level on the dipstick. If you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to the mark. How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is full. 6-29 Then remove the cap again and look at the C mark. Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals...
Owner's Manual
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... spill on the brake hydraulic system. If you get new brake linings. I 6-31 The first is , you should add U.S. warning light will burn if the engine hot is enough. Add brake fluid only when work is When your brake fluid falls to Adding brake fluid won 't work is done on the... fluid level the in reservoir might go down toan acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. You or others could be burned, and. Canada (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work all. to a low level, your linings are worn, then you add fluid when your brake done on . "Brake...
... spill on the brake hydraulic system. If you get new brake linings. I 6-31 The first is , you should add U.S. warning light will burn if the engine hot is enough. Add brake fluid only when work is When your brake fluid falls to Adding brake fluid won 't work is done on the... fluid level the in reservoir might go down toan acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. You or others could be burned, and. Canada (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work all. to a low level, your linings are worn, then you add fluid when your brake done on . "Brake...
Owner's Manual
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... replaced. Don't let someoneput in the Index. This could causea crash. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing This will help keep it immediately. Always use only DOT-3 brake fluid -- For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as ...Delco Supreme 11 (GM Part No. 12377967). If you spill brake fluid on yourvehicle. If you do, wash it . such as engine oil, in your brake of fluid. What toAdd When youdo need brakefluid, use the proper brake fluid. 6-32 See "Appearance Care'' in the wrong ...
... replaced. Don't let someoneput in the Index. This could causea crash. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing This will help keep it immediately. Always use only DOT-3 brake fluid -- For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as ...Delco Supreme 11 (GM Part No. 12377967). If you spill brake fluid on yourvehicle. If you do, wash it . such as engine oil, in your brake of fluid. What toAdd When youdo need brakefluid, use the proper brake fluid. 6-32 See "Appearance Care'' in the wrong ...
Owner's Manual
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... and the certificates of all production options and special equipment. 0 bd SAMPLE4UXVM072675 bd e Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle. Some unless you identify yourengine, specifications and replacement parts. Some add-on the driver's side. Your vehicle ...your warranty. Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) I 11111111 111111 I NOTICE: Don't add anything electrical to your Pontiac, see it if you ever need to your Pontiac first. Engine Identification The 8th character in the Index. It's very helpful if you look through the windshield from working...
... and the certificates of all production options and special equipment. 0 bd SAMPLE4UXVM072675 bd e Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle. Some unless you identify yourengine, specifications and replacement parts. Some add-on the driver's side. Your vehicle ...your warranty. Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) I 11111111 111111 I NOTICE: Don't add anything electrical to your Pontiac, see it if you ever need to your Pontiac first. Engine Identification The 8th character in the Index. It's very helpful if you look through the windshield from working...
Owner's Manual
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... (4.3 L) Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal andReplacement ...7.4 quarts (7.0 L) After Complete Overhaul...10.0 quarts (9.5 L) When draining or replacing torque converter, more fluid may be sure to fill to the appropriate level or as recommended in Manual Transaxle Complete Drain and Refill 2.4L Engine Specifications ...2.0 quarts (1.9 L) Cooling System 2.4L Engine ...11.3 quarts (10.7 L) 3100 Engine ...13.6 quarts (12...
... (4.3 L) Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal andReplacement ...7.4 quarts (7.0 L) After Complete Overhaul...10.0 quarts (9.5 L) When draining or replacing torque converter, more fluid may be sure to fill to the appropriate level or as recommended in Manual Transaxle Complete Drain and Refill 2.4L Engine Specifications ...2.0 quarts (1.9 L) Cooling System 2.4L Engine ...11.3 quarts (10.7 L) 3100 Engine ...13.6 quarts (12...
Owner's Manual
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...brake at onceshould the vehicle begin to PARK (P). Keeping your vehicle could be damaged. To check the PARK (P) mechanism's holding ability: With the engine running , shift to move . 7-44 Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P) Mechanism C :k k A CAUTION: When you press the key button... brakes. To check the parking brake's holding ability: With the engine running and transaxle in each shift lever position. Then release all vehicles, the key should turn to LOCK in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the underbody. On vehicles witha key release button,...
...brake at onceshould the vehicle begin to PARK (P). Keeping your vehicle could be damaged. To check the PARK (P) mechanism's holding ability: With the engine running , shift to move . 7-44 Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P) Mechanism C :k k A CAUTION: When you press the key button... brakes. To check the parking brake's holding ability: With the engine running and transaxle in each shift lever position. Then release all vehicles, the key should turn to LOCK in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the underbody. On vehicles witha key release button,...