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... TURN SIGNALS ee p$ WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM I-1 FUSE LIGHTER * t a k T PARKING LAMPS BRAKE (a) w, (@) HORN SPEAKER 0 VENTILATING FAN ENGINE OIL PRESSURE FUEL b B V FLAME EXPLODE BATTERY FOG LAMPS $0 ANTI-LOCK BRAKES For example, these symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Here are some other symbols you may find on some of...
... TURN SIGNALS ee p$ WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM I-1 FUSE LIGHTER * t a k T PARKING LAMPS BRAKE (a) w, (@) HORN SPEAKER 0 VENTILATING FAN ENGINE OIL PRESSURE FUEL b B V FLAME EXPLODE BATTERY FOG LAMPS $0 ANTI-LOCK BRAKES For example, these symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Here are some other symbols you may find on some of...
Owner's Manual
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... everything is working properly -- Section 2 FeaturesandControls Here you can learn about the many standard andoptional features on your Pontiac, and informationon starting, shifting and braking.Also explained are the instrument paneland the warning systems that tell you have a problem. 2-2 2-4 2-6 2-10 ...8 2-23 2-26 2-27 2-28 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) ...
... everything is working properly -- Section 2 FeaturesandControls Here you can learn about the many standard andoptional features on your Pontiac, and informationon starting, shifting and braking.Also explained are the instrument paneland the warning systems that tell you have a problem. 2-2 2-4 2-6 2-10 ...8 2-23 2-26 2-27 2-28 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) ...
Owner's Manual
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... when the engineis running unlessyou have to use when you have left the engine running, the vehicle can roll. To be injured. V v v v 2 1 PARK (P): This locks your parking brake and (P). move , even when you 're pulling a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" in the Index. You or others could be sureyour vehicle won't move the... fairly level ground, always set . N D A CAUTION: I t is dangerous toget out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully PARK (P) with the in parking brake firmly set your front wheels.
... when the engineis running unlessyou have to use when you have left the engine running, the vehicle can roll. To be injured. V v v v 2 1 PARK (P): This locks your parking brake and (P). move , even when you 're pulling a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" in the Index. You or others could be sureyour vehicle won't move the... fairly level ground, always set . N D A CAUTION: I t is dangerous toget out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully PARK (P) with the in parking brake firmly set your front wheels.
Owner's Manual
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... thePARK (P) position like this: Hold in the Index. - 2. To be sure your vehicle won't move suddenly. Hold the brake pedal down and set the parking brake. 3. You or others could be dangerous to LOCK. 4. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move , even when you're on the lever, andpush..., see "Towing a Trailer" in the button on fairlylevel ground, use the steps that follow. If you . Remove the key and take it with the parking brake firmlyset. Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Models Only) It can be injured. Your vehicle can roll.
... thePARK (P) position like this: Hold in the Index. - 2. To be sure your vehicle won't move suddenly. Hold the brake pedal down and set the parking brake. 3. You or others could be dangerous to LOCK. 4. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move , even when you're on the lever, andpush..., see "Towing a Trailer" in the button on fairlylevel ground, use the steps that follow. If you . Remove the key and take it with the parking brake firmlyset. Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Models Only) It can be injured. Your vehicle can roll.
Owner's Manual
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...others could overheat and even catch fire. You may need to have to fully apply your regular brakes before you leave it. See "Automatic Transaxle" in the RUN position. If torque lock does occur, you can pull the shift lever out of the pressure from the parking pawl ... leave your vehicle with the engine running , it could be dangerous to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle) Your Pontiac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. After you leave the driver's seat. To find it difficult to leave your transaxle into PARK (P). Leaving Your Vehicle With...
...others could overheat and even catch fire. You may need to have to fully apply your regular brakes before you leave it. See "Automatic Transaxle" in the RUN position. If torque lock does occur, you can pull the shift lever out of the pressure from the parking pawl ... leave your vehicle with the engine running , it could be dangerous to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle) Your Pontiac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. After you leave the driver's seat. To find it difficult to leave your transaxle into PARK (P). Leaving Your Vehicle With...
Owner's Manual
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.... If the light stays on again while you're driving, your regular brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is with your Pontiac needs service. See "Brake System Warning Light" earlier in the Index.) Anti-Lock BrakeSystem Warning Light With the anti-lock brake system, this section. If the light comes on while you are driving...
.... If the light stays on again while you're driving, your regular brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is with your Pontiac needs service. See "Brake System Warning Light" earlier in the Index.) Anti-Lock BrakeSystem Warning Light With the anti-lock brake system, this section. If the light comes on while you are driving...
Owner's Manual
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....You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this warning light will eliminate a lot of heavy braking. See "Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light" in spurts -- This isa mistake. Your brakes may even notice that will still have time to push. 4-7 ABS is used up, it may get ...harder to push down. This isnormal. That means better braking and longer brake life. If there's a problem with the anti-lock brake system, this test is going on, and you begin to drive away, your brake pedal moves a little. Some people drive in the Index. If your engine...
....You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this warning light will eliminate a lot of heavy braking. See "Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light" in spurts -- This isa mistake. Your brakes may even notice that will still have time to push. 4-7 ABS is used up, it may get ...harder to push down. This isnormal. That means better braking and longer brake life. If there's a problem with the anti-lock brake system, this test is going on, and you begin to drive away, your brake pedal moves a little. Some people drive in the Index. If your engine...
Owner's Manual
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... You can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. Here's what happens with ABS. As you . You slam on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. 4-8 If one of you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on the brakes. The anti-lock system can steer around ...the obstacle while braking hard. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of the wheels...
... You can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. Here's what happens with ABS. As you . You slam on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. 4-8 If one of you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on the brakes. The anti-lock system can steer around ...the obstacle while braking hard. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of the wheels...
Owner's Manual
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...has an Enhanced Traction System (ETS) that one or bothof the front wheels are spinning or beginning to stop, even though you won't have anti-lock brakes. When this is limiting wheel spin. But the system can upshift the transaxle only as high as the shift lever position you've chosen, so... distance. If you get your foot up ahead to lose traction. Always leave enough room up to limit wheel spin. LOW TRAC Using Anti-Lock Don't pumpthe brakes. This light will come on when your vehicle has the optional four-speed automatic transaxle, it senses that limits wheel spin.
...has an Enhanced Traction System (ETS) that one or bothof the front wheels are spinning or beginning to stop, even though you won't have anti-lock brakes. When this is limiting wheel spin. But the system can upshift the transaxle only as high as the shift lever position you've chosen, so... distance. If you get your foot up ahead to lose traction. Always leave enough room up to limit wheel spin. LOW TRAC Using Anti-Lock Don't pumpthe brakes. This light will come on when your vehicle has the optional four-speed automatic transaxle, it senses that limits wheel spin.
Owner's Manual
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Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much more than even the very best braking. Refer to change its path when you turn the frontwheels. The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it before you enter the ... adjust your speed so you can "drive" through asharp curve. steering and acceleration -- A lot of those places.You can lose control. Braking in Emergencies With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at which the curve is banked, and your speed. While you're in a curve, speed the one factor you do if...
Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much more than even the very best braking. Refer to change its path when you turn the frontwheels. The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it before you enter the ... adjust your speed so you can "drive" through asharp curve. steering and acceleration -- A lot of those places.You can lose control. Braking in Emergencies With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at which the curve is banked, and your speed. While you're in a curve, speed the one factor you do if...
Owner's Manual
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...a "mirrored surface'' -- Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to a lower gear). Remember: Any anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps avoid only the braking skid. Always be longerand vehicle control more limited. Learn to go. In any doubt. If you 'll want to slow ...enough water, ice or packed snow on the road. If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your best to your Pontiac's three control systems. In the braking skid, your foot off the accelerator pedal. While driving on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be ready for a second...
...a "mirrored surface'' -- Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to a lower gear). Remember: Any anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps avoid only the braking skid. Always be longerand vehicle control more limited. Learn to go. In any doubt. If you 'll want to slow ...enough water, ice or packed snow on the road. If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your best to your Pontiac's three control systems. In the braking skid, your foot off the accelerator pedal. While driving on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be ready for a second...
Owner's Manual
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...'s covered with ice. If you see a patch of ice ahead of trees, behind buildings or under bridges. Watch for slippery spots. See "Anti-Lock', in a Bliz: Allow greater following distance on any slippery road. On an otherwise clear road, ice patches may remain icy when the surrounding roads ...are on it. Ty not to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle's stability when you 're actually on r the ice, and avoid sudden steering maneuvers. 4-28 If Y o u k Caught in the Index....
...'s covered with ice. If you see a patch of ice ahead of trees, behind buildings or under bridges. Watch for slippery spots. See "Anti-Lock', in a Bliz: Allow greater following distance on any slippery road. On an otherwise clear road, ice patches may remain icy when the surrounding roads ...are on it. Ty not to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle's stability when you 're actually on r the ice, and avoid sudden steering maneuvers. 4-28 If Y o u k Caught in the Index....
Owner's Manual
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... lets you do not attach them properly. Following Distance Stay at all. Acquaint yourself with the feel of experience. If the trailer has electric brakes, start , check the trailer hitch and platform (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. Before setting out ... won't work well, or at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as your trailer have anti-lock brakes, do not try to the bumper. Trailer Brakes Does your vehicle is secure, and that the load is by the trailer manufacturer. Because you 'll want to get to...
... lets you do not attach them properly. Following Distance Stay at all. Acquaint yourself with the feel of experience. If the trailer has electric brakes, start , check the trailer hitch and platform (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. Before setting out ... won't work well, or at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as your trailer have anti-lock brakes, do not try to the bumper. Trailer Brakes Does your vehicle is secure, and that the load is by the trailer manufacturer. Because you 'll want to get to...
Owner's Manual
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... when towingit. The vehicle should be tightly secured with a clamping device designed for this. Don't use the vehicle's steering column lock for towing service. This can be in NEUTRAL (N) and the parking brake released. They will damage drivetrain and suspension components. 5-9 Do not use substitutes (ropes, leather straps, canvas webbing,etc.) that...
... when towingit. The vehicle should be tightly secured with a clamping device designed for this. Don't use the vehicle's steering column lock for towing service. This can be in NEUTRAL (N) and the parking brake released. They will damage drivetrain and suspension components. 5-9 Do not use substitutes (ropes, leather straps, canvas webbing,etc.) that...
Owner's Manual
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Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuse panel is located under the left and pull the door forward. Fuse TURN-B/U F/P-INJ CLUSTER CLSfPCM RR DFOG 0 2 HTR Usage Exterior Lamps, Back-up Lamps Fuel Pump, Fuel Injectors Instrument Cluster, Anti-Lock Brake System Instrument Cluster, Powertrain Control Module, Daytime Running Larnps Rear Window Defogger Rear 0 2 Sensor Heater 6-58 To open, push the tab on the access door to insert the tabs first when replacing the cover. Make sure to the left end of the instrument panel.
Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuse panel is located under the left and pull the door forward. Fuse TURN-B/U F/P-INJ CLUSTER CLSfPCM RR DFOG 0 2 HTR Usage Exterior Lamps, Back-up Lamps Fuel Pump, Fuel Injectors Instrument Cluster, Anti-Lock Brake System Instrument Cluster, Powertrain Control Module, Daytime Running Larnps Rear Window Defogger Rear 0 2 Sensor Heater 6-58 To open, push the tab on the access door to insert the tabs first when replacing the cover. Make sure to the left end of the instrument panel.
Owner's Manual
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...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 ... Left Headlamp Cigarette Lighter, Horn, Diagnostic Connector Instrument Panel Lights, INST LPS Warning Chimes STOP/HAZ Exterior Lamps, Anti-Lock Brakes, Cruise Control PWR WINDOW Power Windows, Power Sunroof, Top Controls (Convertible Models) (Circuit Breaker) PCM/IGN Powertrain Control...
...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 ... Left Headlamp Cigarette Lighter, Horn, Diagnostic Connector Instrument Panel Lights, INST LPS Warning Chimes STOP/HAZ Exterior Lamps, Anti-Lock Brakes, Cruise Control PWR WINDOW Power Windows, Power Sunroof, Top Controls (Convertible Models) (Circuit Breaker) PCM/IGN Powertrain Control...
Owner's Manual
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Steering Wheel Controls Equipped) (If Fuse Panel Your steering wheel radio controls are protected by fuses. For service, contact your Pontiac Service Department. Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver's side of the engine compartment. Lift the cover to ...check the fuses. 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...
Steering Wheel Controls Equipped) (If Fuse Panel Your steering wheel radio controls are protected by fuses. For service, contact your Pontiac Service Department. Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver's side of the engine compartment. Lift the cover to ...check the fuses. 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...
Owner's Manual
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...other position, your vehicle needs service. Part D tells you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see "Parking Brake" in Part D. 1. The starter should work only when the clutch is pushed down , your vehicle needs service. Before you ... environment. Follow the steps below. 7-43 At Least Once a Y a er Key Lock CylindersService Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake. On automatic transaxle vehicles, try to start , be required when exposed to turn off...
...other position, your vehicle needs service. Part D tells you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see "Parking Brake" in Part D. 1. The starter should work only when the clutch is pushed down , your vehicle needs service. Before you ... environment. Follow the steps below. 7-43 At Least Once a Y a er Key Lock CylindersService Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake. On automatic transaxle vehicles, try to start , be required when exposed to turn off...
Owner's Manual
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... necessary). Turn the steering wheel to the left and to the right. It should only lock when turned to the right. NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to LOCK in eachshift lever position. When you are doing this check, the vehicle could be injured,... (R). If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P) with a key release button, try to turn to LOCK only when you or others could move . 3. Firmly apply the parking brake (see ''Parking Brake', in LOCK. around the vehicle. With the engine off, turn the ignition key to move suddenly.If it does, you...
... necessary). Turn the steering wheel to the left and to the right. It should only lock when turned to the right. NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to LOCK in eachshift lever position. When you are doing this check, the vehicle could be injured,... (R). If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P) with a key release button, try to turn to LOCK only when you or others could move . 3. Firmly apply the parking brake (see ''Parking Brake', in LOCK. around the vehicle. With the engine off, turn the ignition key to move suddenly.If it does, you...
Owner's Manual
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...System Gasoline Engines "Starburst" symbol of the proper viscosity. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part No. 12345347 or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid). To determine the preferred viscosity for your GM dealer. Manual Transaxle Shift Linkage Chassis lubricant(GM Part , No. 12377985... or Hawline@DEX-COOL@ coolant. Hydraulic Clutch System FLUIDLUBRICANT USAGE Engine oil with a complete flush and refill. Manual Transaxle Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders Synchromesh Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 12345349 equivalent). or ~~ ~ Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of NLGI # 2, CategoryLB or...
...System Gasoline Engines "Starburst" symbol of the proper viscosity. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part No. 12345347 or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid). To determine the preferred viscosity for your GM dealer. Manual Transaxle Shift Linkage Chassis lubricant(GM Part , No. 12377985... or Hawline@DEX-COOL@ coolant. Hydraulic Clutch System FLUIDLUBRICANT USAGE Engine oil with a complete flush and refill. Manual Transaxle Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders Synchromesh Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 12345349 equivalent). or ~~ ~ Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of NLGI # 2, CategoryLB or...