Owner's Manual
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... when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to operate your Pontiac. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. You can use it to quickly find helpful information and tips about the road and how to keep your seats and safety belts properly. Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to contact Pontiac assistance and...
... when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to operate your Pontiac. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. You can use it to quickly find helpful information and tips about the road and how to keep your seats and safety belts properly. Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to contact Pontiac assistance and...
Owner's Manual
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... the fold-down rear seat, pull forward on an easy entry seat to be injured. After you've used it, be sure to push rearward on the seat tab. 0 1-7 The right front seat of two-door vehicles makes it easy to...rear seat area. Tilt the seatback completely forward againto get in and out of the rear seat. 0 Tilt the right front seatback completely forward and the whole seat will slide forward. In a sudden or crash, the person stop sitting there could be sure it is locked. Easy Entry Seat (2-Door Models) Rear Seats Folding the Rear Seat I If an easy entry right front seat isn't locked...
... the fold-down rear seat, pull forward on an easy entry seat to be injured. After you've used it, be sure to push rearward on the seat tab. 0 1-7 The right front seat of two-door vehicles makes it easy to...rear seat area. Tilt the seatback completely forward againto get in and out of the rear seat. 0 Tilt the right front seatback completely forward and the whole seat will slide forward. In a sudden or crash, the person stop sitting there could be sure it is locked. Easy Entry Seat (2-Door Models) Rear Seats Folding the Rear Seat I If an easy entry right front seat isn't locked...
Owner's Manual
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..., when the sensors are parts of the air bag system inseveral places around your vehicle. Your Pontiac dealer and the Sunfire Service Manu,alhave information about the airbag system. There are activated and driver's safety belt usage at deployment. y 1 , uu L, )& 1 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac Air bags affect how your dealer for service. 0 Your vehicle is working on your air bag system. To purchase a service manual, see "Service and Owner Publications...
..., when the sensors are parts of the air bag system inseveral places around your vehicle. Your Pontiac dealer and the Sunfire Service Manu,alhave information about the airbag system. There are activated and driver's safety belt usage at deployment. y 1 , uu L, )& 1 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac Air bags affect how your dealer for service. 0 Your vehicle is working on your air bag system. To purchase a service manual, see "Service and Owner Publications...
Owner's Manual
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...28 Keys Door Locks Remote Keyless Entry Trunk Theft Passlock New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transaxle Operation Manual Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Models Only) Shifting Out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle) TM 2-29 2-30 2-30 2-3 1 2-33 2-4 1 2-43 2-45 2-47 2-50 2-5 1 2-62 2-66 Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked (Automatic Transaxle) Windows Turn SignalMultifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments...
...28 Keys Door Locks Remote Keyless Entry Trunk Theft Passlock New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transaxle Operation Manual Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Models Only) Shifting Out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle) TM 2-29 2-30 2-30 2-3 1 2-33 2-4 1 2-43 2-45 2-47 2-50 2-5 1 2-62 2-66 Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked (Automatic Transaxle) Windows Turn SignalMultifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments...
Owner's Manual
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... trunk lid: Make sure all See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. See "Comfort Controls" in the Index. Thefft Vehicle theft is big business, especiallyin some cities. Key in the Ignition If you must drive with the setting on any airflow selection exceptMAX. Trunk Remote Trunk Release (If Equipped) Pull upward on the remote release handle, located on the floor near the left side of theft-deterrent features...
... trunk lid: Make sure all See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. See "Comfort Controls" in the Index. Thefft Vehicle theft is big business, especiallyin some cities. Key in the Ignition If you must drive with the setting on any airflow selection exceptMAX. Trunk Remote Trunk Release (If Equipped) Pull upward on the remote release handle, located on the floor near the left side of theft-deterrent features...
Owner's Manual
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... turn the steering wheel leftand rightwhile you start your electrical power accessories, and to display some instrument panel warning lights. NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in ? When the engine starts, release the key. But even when the engine is it could cause a collision. This locks your electrical accessories, such as the radio. 2-13 In the OFF position, the instrument cluster and the automatic transaxle gear shift indicator have electrical power. if so, is not running . Don't press the key release...
... turn the steering wheel leftand rightwhile you start your electrical power accessories, and to display some instrument panel warning lights. NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in ? When the engine starts, release the key. But even when the engine is it could cause a collision. This locks your electrical accessories, such as the radio. 2-13 In the OFF position, the instrument cluster and the automatic transaxle gear shift indicator have electrical power. if so, is not running . Don't press the key release...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle won 't start in NEUTRAL (N). Starting Your Engine Automati'cTransaxle Move your Pontiac is not all the way down -- that 's a safety feature. 2-14 that 's a safety feature. To remove the key, turn the key to LOCK. Key Release Button (Manual Transaxle) The ignition key cannot be removed from OFF to the OFF position. NOTICE: Don't try to shift to PARK (P) if your shift lever to the floor and start if the clutch pedal is moving , use NEUTRAL...
... vehicle won 't start in NEUTRAL (N). Starting Your Engine Automati'cTransaxle Move your Pontiac is not all the way down -- that 's a safety feature. 2-14 that 's a safety feature. To remove the key, turn the key to LOCK. Key Release Button (Manual Transaxle) The ignition key cannot be removed from OFF to the OFF position. NOTICE: Don't try to shift to PARK (P) if your shift lever to the floor and start if the clutch pedal is moving , use NEUTRAL...
Owner's Manual
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... toward the front of the shift lever isnot fully inPARK (P) with the parking brake firmlyset. To be injured. Move the ignition key to get outyour vehicle if of your vehicle with you have left the engine running, the vehicle can leave your vehicle. 1. If you can move , even when you 're pulling a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" in PARK (P). 2-27 Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Models Only) It can roll...
... toward the front of the shift lever isnot fully inPARK (P) with the parking brake firmlyset. To be injured. Move the ignition key to get outyour vehicle if of your vehicle with you have left the engine running, the vehicle can leave your vehicle. 1. If you can move , even when you 're pulling a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" in PARK (P). 2-27 Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Models Only) It can roll...
Owner's Manual
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... PARK (P) and also release the shift lever button on floor shift console models as you want. 5. Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transaxle Models Only) Before you ever hold the brake until the end of Step 4. 3. Start the vehicle andthen shift to the drive gear you can 't but shift out of PARK (P), try this: 1. Things that or can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Turn the key to NEUTRAL (N). 4. If you are parking...
... PARK (P) and also release the shift lever button on floor shift console models as you want. 5. Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transaxle Models Only) Before you ever hold the brake until the end of Step 4. 3. Start the vehicle andthen shift to the drive gear you can 't but shift out of PARK (P), try this: 1. Things that or can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Turn the key to NEUTRAL (N). 4. If you are parking...
Owner's Manual
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... going, how much fuel is left in the tank, and many other The maincomponents of your vehicle is designed to drive safely and economically. Climate Controls and Rear Window Defogger 3. Instrument Panel Intensity Control 2. Cupholder/Ashtray 8. Windshield Wipermasher Controls 9. You'll know at a glance how your instrument panel are: 1. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch 4. Your instrument panel is running. Turn SignalMultifunction Lever I . Audio System 2-63 Fuse Panel 6. Tilt Steering Wheel Lever (If Equipped) 11. Ignition Switch 5 . Parking Brake Lever 10.
... going, how much fuel is left in the tank, and many other The maincomponents of your vehicle is designed to drive safely and economically. Climate Controls and Rear Window Defogger 3. Instrument Panel Intensity Control 2. Cupholder/Ashtray 8. Windshield Wipermasher Controls 9. You'll know at a glance how your instrument panel are: 1. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch 4. Your instrument panel is running. Turn SignalMultifunction Lever I . Audio System 2-63 Fuse Panel 6. Tilt Steering Wheel Lever (If Equipped) 11. Ignition Switch 5 . Parking Brake Lever 10.
Owner's Manual
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... the instrument panel outlets. Air Conditioning Compressor Button ,'J VENT This setting brings in outside air and directs it through the instrument panel. For each setting, set the temperature to operate the airconditioner compressor. The indicator light above the button will run automatically in this setting when it is directed through the defroster and side window vents. Turnit toward the (clockwise) for cooler air. 1 2 FLOOR: This...
... the instrument panel outlets. Air Conditioning Compressor Button ,'J VENT This setting brings in outside air and directs it through the instrument panel. For each setting, set the temperature to operate the airconditioner compressor. The indicator light above the button will run automatically in this setting when it is directed through the defroster and side window vents. Turnit toward the (clockwise) for cooler air. 1 2 FLOOR: This...
Owner's Manual
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..., open the windows long enough to the floor ducts. You may warm your vehicle. An engine coolant heater warms the coolant your lower body. For normal cooling on very hot days, use to help fuel economy. The system will also enter the vehicle when the air conditioning fan is moving. Heating On cold days, use it to provide heat. Outside air will bring inoutside air and directslightly warmer air to direct...
..., open the windows long enough to the floor ducts. You may warm your vehicle. An engine coolant heater warms the coolant your lower body. For normal cooling on very hot days, use to help fuel economy. The system will also enter the vehicle when the air conditioning fan is moving. Heating On cold days, use it to provide heat. Outside air will bring inoutside air and directslightly warmer air to direct...
Owner's Manual
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... periods in traffic. Just to the highest gear while driving -- f You may not be too serious. Tow a trailer. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your heater to get everyone out o the vehicle until it off the engine and get service help right away. 3. If you have an air conditioner, turn off . 2. otherwise, shift to besafe, drive slowerfor about 10 minutes. If you...
... periods in traffic. Just to the highest gear while driving -- f You may not be too serious. Tow a trailer. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your heater to get everyone out o the vehicle until it off the engine and get service help right away. 3. If you have an air conditioner, turn off . 2. otherwise, shift to besafe, drive slowerfor about 10 minutes. If you...
Owner's Manual
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Fuel Filling Your Tank Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Air Cleaner Automatic Transaxle Fluid (Except 2.4L Code T Engine) Automatic Transaxle Fluid (2.4L Code T Engine Only) Manual Transaxle Fluid Hydraulic Clutch Engine Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap Power Steering Fluid 6-29 6-30 6-33 6-34 6-39 6-39 6-50 6-53 6-54 6-54 6-56 6-56 6-6 1 6-62 Windshield WasherFluid Brakes Battery Halogen Bulbs Windshield WiperBlade Replacement Tires Care of your vehicle, and apart devoted to its appearance care. This section begins with service and fuel information, and thenit shows...
Fuel Filling Your Tank Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Air Cleaner Automatic Transaxle Fluid (Except 2.4L Code T Engine) Automatic Transaxle Fluid (2.4L Code T Engine Only) Manual Transaxle Fluid Hydraulic Clutch Engine Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap Power Steering Fluid 6-29 6-30 6-33 6-34 6-39 6-39 6-50 6-53 6-54 6-54 6-56 6-56 6-6 1 6-62 Windshield WasherFluid Brakes Battery Halogen Bulbs Windshield WiperBlade Replacement Tires Care of your vehicle, and apart devoted to its appearance care. This section begins with service and fuel information, and thenit shows...
Owner's Manual
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... ACC HVAC RADIO ALARM CRUISE Usage Windshield Wipers, Windshield Washers Automatic Transaxle, Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock, A/C Compressor, Cruise Control, Exhaust Gas Recirculation, Canister Purge Valve, A/C Compressor Air Bag System Exterior Lamps, Instrument Panel Lights Power Door Locks, Convertible Top (Convertible Model) Heater and A/C Control, Anti-Lock Brake System Radio, Remote Keyless Entry Interior Lamps, Alarm Module, Warning Chimes Cruise Control Fuse L HDLP CIG Usage Left Headlamp Cigarette Lighter, Horn, Diagnostic Connector Instrument Panel Lights, INST LPS Warning Chimes...
... ACC HVAC RADIO ALARM CRUISE Usage Windshield Wipers, Windshield Washers Automatic Transaxle, Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock, A/C Compressor, Cruise Control, Exhaust Gas Recirculation, Canister Purge Valve, A/C Compressor Air Bag System Exterior Lamps, Instrument Panel Lights Power Door Locks, Convertible Top (Convertible Model) Heater and A/C Control, Anti-Lock Brake System Radio, Remote Keyless Entry Interior Lamps, Alarm Module, Warning Chimes Cruise Control Fuse L HDLP CIG Usage Left Headlamp Cigarette Lighter, Horn, Diagnostic Connector Instrument Panel Lights, INST LPS Warning Chimes...
Owner's Manual
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... your Pontiac Service Department. Lift the cover to check the fuses. Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver's side of the engine compartment. Fuse IGN BATT 1 BATT 2 ABS COOLING FAN BLO PCM A/C ABS GEN 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) 6-60 Steering Wheel Controls Equipped) (If Fuse Panel Your steering wheel radio controls are...
... your Pontiac Service Department. Lift the cover to check the fuses. Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver's side of the engine compartment. Fuse IGN BATT 1 BATT 2 ABS COOLING FAN BLO PCM A/C ABS GEN 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) 6-60 Steering Wheel Controls Equipped) (If Fuse Panel Your steering wheel radio controls are...
Owner's Manual
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... FORM SHOWN ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE AND MAIL TO: RETAIL SELL PRICE: $90.00 TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. 1997 PONTIAC SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation servicing of OWNER'S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly for current and past model GM vehicles.To request an order form, please specify year and...
... FORM SHOWN ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE AND MAIL TO: RETAIL SELL PRICE: $90.00 TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. 1997 PONTIAC SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation servicing of OWNER'S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly for current and past model GM vehicles.To request an order form, please specify year and...
Owner's Manual
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... Rearview Mirror ...7-46 Inspections ...Brake System ...7-47 Caliper/Knuckle Maintenance ...7-47 Exhaust Systems ...7-46 Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot ...7-46 Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Seal ...7-46 Radiator and Heater Hose ...7-46 Steering ...7-46 7-46 Suspension ...7-46 Throttle Linkage ...Installing the Boot ...2-53 2-62 Instrument Panel ...Brightness Control ...2-43 Cleaning ...6-50 2-64 Cluster ...Fuse Block ...6-58 Interior Lamps ...2-43 6-38 Bulb Replacement ...I Jack.Tire ...Jump Starting ... ...5-25 ...5-3 7-43 2-14 2-2 K e y Lock Cylinders Service ...Key Release Button ...Keys ... Labels...
... Rearview Mirror ...7-46 Inspections ...Brake System ...7-47 Caliper/Knuckle Maintenance ...7-47 Exhaust Systems ...7-46 Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot ...7-46 Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Seal ...7-46 Radiator and Heater Hose ...7-46 Steering ...7-46 7-46 Suspension ...7-46 Throttle Linkage ...Installing the Boot ...2-53 2-62 Instrument Panel ...Brightness Control ...2-43 Cleaning ...6-50 2-64 Cluster ...Fuse Block ...6-58 Interior Lamps ...2-43 6-38 Bulb Replacement ...I Jack.Tire ...Jump Starting ... ...5-25 ...5-3 7-43 2-14 2-2 K e y Lock Cylinders Service ...Key Release Button ...Keys ... Labels...
Owner's Manual
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...12 Rear Turn Signal Bulb Replacement ...6-36, 6-57 Rearview Mirror 2-45 Inside DayNight ...1-4 Reclining Front Seatbacks ...Recommende'd Fluids and Lubricants ...7-48 4-3 1 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...Refrigerants,Air Conditioning ...6-62 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-6 Remote Trunk Release ...2- 10 2-55 Removing the Boot ...Replacement 6-61 Bulbs ...Parts ...6-62 Wheel ...6-45 Replacing Safety Belts ...1-49 Reporting Safety Defects ...8-10 Restraints Checking ...1-49 Child ...1-38 Head ...1-6 Replacing Parts After a Crash ...1-49 System Check ...7-42 2-20 Reverse, Automatic Transaxle...
...12 Rear Turn Signal Bulb Replacement ...6-36, 6-57 Rearview Mirror 2-45 Inside DayNight ...1-4 Reclining Front Seatbacks ...Recommende'd Fluids and Lubricants ...7-48 4-3 1 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...Refrigerants,Air Conditioning ...6-62 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-6 Remote Trunk Release ...2- 10 2-55 Removing the Boot ...Replacement 6-61 Bulbs ...Parts ...6-62 Wheel ...6-45 Replacing Safety Belts ...1-49 Reporting Safety Defects ...8-10 Restraints Checking ...1-49 Child ...1-38 Head ...1-6 Replacing Parts After a Crash ...1-49 System Check ...7-42 2-20 Reverse, Automatic Transaxle...
Owner's Manual
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...23 Surge Tank, Coolant ...5-16 6-27 Surge Tank Pressure Cap ...v Symbols,Vehicle ... 9-9 Ordering ...Parts Identification Label ...6-56 Work. Cleaning ...6-49 7-43 Starter Switch Check ...2-14.2-15. 2-16 Starting Your Engine ...5-14 Steam ...4-11 Steering ...In Emergencies ...4-12 4-11, 6-28 Power ...Tips ...4-11 Wheel, Tilt ...2-32 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ...3-21 ...6-60 Steering Wheel Controls Fuse Panel . . Compact ...Specifications and Capacities ...6-61 6-62 Specifications. Doing Your Own ...6-2 Service and Appearance Care ...6-1 Service and Owner Publications ...8- 12...
...23 Surge Tank, Coolant ...5-16 6-27 Surge Tank Pressure Cap ...v Symbols,Vehicle ... 9-9 Ordering ...Parts Identification Label ...6-56 Work. Cleaning ...6-49 7-43 Starter Switch Check ...2-14.2-15. 2-16 Starting Your Engine ...5-14 Steam ...4-11 Steering ...In Emergencies ...4-12 4-11, 6-28 Power ...Tips ...4-11 Wheel, Tilt ...2-32 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ...3-21 ...6-60 Steering Wheel Controls Fuse Panel . . Compact ...Specifications and Capacities ...6-61 6-62 Specifications. Doing Your Own ...6-2 Service and Appearance Care ...6-1 Service and Owner Publications ...8- 12...