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...: DOOR LOCK UNLOCK 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 $0 ANTI-LOCK BRAKES Vehicle Symbols These are some other symbols you may find on warning and indicator lights: Here are...
...: DOOR LOCK UNLOCK TURN SIGNALS ee p$ 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 Vehicle Symbols These are some other symbols you may find on warning and indicator lights: Here are...
Owner's Manual
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When you park your Pontiac and open the driver's door, you'll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from theignition. And remember to keep your dealer.Your vehicle is not protected by your valuables out of sight. If a correct keyis not used, fuel is a passive theft-deterrent system....wait untilthe light stops flashing before trying to release the key fromthe START position as soon asthe engine starts. In an emergency, call the Pontiac Roadside Assistance Center at Night Park in the Index). What if you have to leaveyour key? You may need service. See your Passlock ...
When you park your Pontiac and open the driver's door, you'll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from theignition. And remember to keep your dealer.Your vehicle is not protected by your valuables out of sight. If a correct keyis not used, fuel is a passive theft-deterrent system....wait untilthe light stops flashing before trying to release the key fromthe START position as soon asthe engine starts. In an emergency, call the Pontiac Roadside Assistance Center at Night Park in the Index). What if you have to leaveyour key? You may need service. See your Passlock ...
Owner's Manual
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Engine Coolant Heater Equipped) (If 2.4L (Code T) Engine 2.2L (Code 4) Engine In very cold weather, 0O F (-18O C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You'll get easier starting your vehicle. 2-17 Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up.
Engine Coolant Heater Equipped) (If 2.4L (Code T) Engine 2.2L (Code 4) Engine In very cold weather, 0O F (-18O C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You'll get easier starting your vehicle. 2-17 Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up.
Owner's Manual
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... but then YOU would also want to your brakes or shift intoPARK (P) hold your engine. SECOND (2): This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy) than 65 mph (105 km/h), or you stop when going uphill, don't hold your speed as possible. FIRST (1): This position gives you more... power (but lower fuel economy. if you can help control your vehicle in FIRST (l), the transaxle won't shift into SECOND (2) unless you were stuck in deep snow or ...
... but then YOU would also want to your brakes or shift intoPARK (P) hold your engine. SECOND (2): This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy) than 65 mph (105 km/h), or you stop when going uphill, don't hold your speed as possible. FIRST (1): This position gives you more... power (but lower fuel economy. if you can help control your vehicle in FIRST (l), the transaxle won't shift into SECOND (2) unless you were stuck in deep snow or ...
Owner's Manual
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It can help control your / ) , accelerator pedal about halfway down ste'ep mountain roads, but lower fuel economy. Use AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D) or THIRD (3) as much as you go down . Don't shift into SECOND (2) unless you are some times you 're: Going less ...
It can help control your / ) , accelerator pedal about halfway down ste'ep mountain roads, but lower fuel economy. Use AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D) or THIRD (3) as much as you go down . Don't shift into SECOND (2) unless you are some times you 're: Going less ...
Owner's Manual
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... shift pattern. 1 3 5 2 4 R 2-23 This is put in FIRST (1)' the transaxle won't shift into PARK (P) to drive, Thismight happen if you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can 't rotate, don't try to hold your a vehicle in position on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. FIRST...
... shift pattern. 1 3 5 2 4 R 2-23 This is put in FIRST (1)' the transaxle won't shift into PARK (P) to drive, Thismight happen if you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can 't rotate, don't try to hold your a vehicle in position on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. FIRST...
Owner's Manual
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...-SHIFT light. If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, you can shift to the next higher gearfor best fuel economy. of the accelerator. For the best fuel economy, accelerate slowly and shift when the light comes on and off if you quickly change the position of And you accelerate...
...-SHIFT light. If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, you can shift to the next higher gearfor best fuel economy. of the accelerator. For the best fuel economy, accelerate slowly and shift when the light comes on and off if you quickly change the position of And you accelerate...
Owner's Manual
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... Controls 9. Audio System 2-63 Hood Release Lever 12. Ignition Switch 5 . you know how fast things you'll need to let you 're going, how much fuel is running. Tilt Steering Wheel Lever (If Equipped) 11. Fuse Panel 6. Turn SignalMultifunction Lever I . Your instrument panel is designed to drive safely and economically. You...
... Controls 9. Audio System 2-63 Hood Release Lever 12. Ignition Switch 5 . you know how fast things you'll need to let you 're going, how much fuel is running. Tilt Steering Wheel Lever (If Equipped) 11. Fuse Panel 6. Turn SignalMultifunction Lever I . Your instrument panel is designed to drive safely and economically. You...
Owner's Manual
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... comeson and stays 'on, your and vehicle serviced as soon as you can. Malfunl L Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) Your Pontiac is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. CHECK See "Engine Coolant" in correctly diagnosing any problem is replaced by the be system before...
... comeson and stays 'on, your and vehicle serviced as soon as you can. Malfunl L Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) Your Pontiac is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. CHECK See "Engine Coolant" in correctly diagnosing any problem is replaced by the be system before...
Owner's Manual
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... your warranty. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on , after a while, your emission controls not may work as well, your fuel economy may notas be good and your engine may prevent more serious damage to show you are towing a trailer, reduce the mount of two ways...
... your warranty. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on , after a while, your emission controls not may work as well, your fuel economy may notas be good and your engine may prevent more serious damage to show you are towing a trailer, reduce the mount of two ways...
Owner's Manual
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...dealer hasthe proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may bewet. If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fuel your dealeror qualified service center check the vehicle. A few driving trips should turn the light off. The condition will cause YOUT...the following: Did you recently put the vehicleinto gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on . The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off , have developed. 2-74 If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system...
...dealer hasthe proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may bewet. If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fuel your dealeror qualified service center check the vehicle. A few driving trips should turn the light off. The condition will cause YOUT...the following: Did you recently put the vehicleinto gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on . The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off , have developed. 2-74 If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system...
Owner's Manual
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... you turn off before the gage reads FULL (F). For your fuel gage: 0 At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off the ignition. Fuel Gage When the ignition is on, your fuel gage tells you about . None of these show a problem with your fuel tank capacity, see "Capacities and Specifications" in the Index. 2-77...gage doesn't go back to fillup than half the tank's capacityto fill the tank. The gage moves a little when you should get more or less fuel to EMPTY (E) when you turn a corner or speed up. E UNLEADED FUEL ONLY When the indicator nears EMPTY (E), you still have a little...
... you turn off before the gage reads FULL (F). For your fuel gage: 0 At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off the ignition. Fuel Gage When the ignition is on, your fuel gage tells you about . None of these show a problem with your fuel tank capacity, see "Capacities and Specifications" in the Index. 2-77...gage doesn't go back to fillup than half the tank's capacityto fill the tank. The gage moves a little when you should get more or less fuel to EMPTY (E) when you turn a corner or speed up. E UNLEADED FUEL ONLY When the indicator nears EMPTY (E), you still have a little...
Owner's Manual
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... system supplies outside (0 O F (- 18O C) or lower). Outside air will bring in outside air, heat it and send it . For quick cool-down , which should help fuel economy. For normal cooling on very hot days, use MAX with the temperature knob in the middle and the A/C button pushed in. On cool, but...
... system supplies outside (0 O F (- 18O C) or lower). Outside air will bring in outside air, heat it and send it . For quick cool-down , which should help fuel economy. For normal cooling on very hot days, use MAX with the temperature knob in the middle and the A/C button pushed in. On cool, but...
Owner's Manual
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... a trip: e Windshield Washer Fluid: the reservoir full? Expect to 'bewell rested. The exit ramp can be ready and willing to go. Are 0 Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all windows clean inside and outside? Try to move to think you are going slower than youactually are... 're not fresh -- If you keep it serviced and maintained, it's ready to help if you need it needs e Lamps: Are they in Pontiac dealershipsall across North America. Are the tires all working? Are Is all levels? service, have up .Drive on the freeway, make too many miles ...
... a trip: e Windshield Washer Fluid: the reservoir full? Expect to 'bewell rested. The exit ramp can be ready and willing to go. Are 0 Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all windows clean inside and outside? Try to move to think you are going slower than youactually are... 're not fresh -- If you keep it serviced and maintained, it's ready to help if you need it needs e Lamps: Are they in Pontiac dealershipsall across North America. Are the tires all working? Are Is all levels? service, have up .Drive on the freeway, make too many miles ...
Owner's Manual
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... some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour o so until help keep CO out. . Open a window just a little on with your vehicle. This saves fuel. Preserve the fuel as long as you can get and it as little as you might not know it is , push the accelerator slightly. You can't see...check around the base your vehicle. Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way topreserve the heat. This uses less fuel for awhile. To help comes. When you can . Start the engineagain and repeat this only when youfeel really uncomfortable from time totime to restart ...
... some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour o so until help keep CO out. . Open a window just a little on with your vehicle. This saves fuel. Preserve the fuel as long as you can get and it as little as you might not know it is , push the accelerator slightly. You can't see...check around the base your vehicle. Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way topreserve the heat. This uses less fuel for awhile. To help comes. When you can . Start the engineagain and repeat this only when youfeel really uncomfortable from time totime to restart ...
Owner's Manual
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... STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. If you have a heavy load, you the gross weight capacity of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. These could cause you put things inside your vehicle, called the G W (Gross Vehicle WeightRating). they 'll keep going. The GVWR includes the weight...
... STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. If you have a heavy load, you the gross weight capacity of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. These could cause you put things inside your vehicle, called the G W (Gross Vehicle WeightRating). they 'll keep going. The GVWR includes the weight...
Owner's Manual
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...rig willbe legal, not only where you live but also where you pull a trailer. A good source for this part,and see your Pontiac dealer for your vehicle, you do, here are some important points: There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to...it is equipped with a manual a three-speed or automatic transaxle, or is a convertible model. Trailering means changes in handling, durability and fuel economy.Successful, safe trailering takes correct equipment, and it are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. To identify what the ...
...rig willbe legal, not only where you live but also where you pull a trailer. A good source for this part,and see your Pontiac dealer for your vehicle, you do, here are some important points: There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to...it is equipped with a manual a three-speed or automatic transaxle, or is a convertible model. Trailering means changes in handling, durability and fuel economy.Successful, safe trailering takes correct equipment, and it are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. To identify what the ...
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) ...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 how tocheck important fluid and lubricantlevels. There is also technical information about the care of SafetyBelts Cleaning ... 6-3 6-5 6-7 6-11 6-16 6-17 6-20 6-2 1 6-23 6-24 6-27 6-28 Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about your Pontiac.
Fuel Filling Your Tank Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Air Cleaner Automatic Transaxle Fluid (Except 2.4L Code T Engine) ...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 how tocheck important fluid and lubricantlevels. There is also technical information about the care of SafetyBelts Cleaning ... 6-3 6-5 6-7 6-11 6-16 6-17 6-20 6-2 1 6-23 6-24 6-27 6-28 Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about your Pontiac.
Owner's Manual
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... outsideof your vehicle can damage your engine needs service. If fuels containing MMT are not available states in Canada. If such fuels are used , repairs may get rid If this occurs, return toyour authorized Pontiac dealer in the United States and CGSB 3.5-M93 in adopting ...California emissions standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting the AAMA specification emissions contain...
... outsideof your vehicle can damage your engine needs service. If fuels containing MMT are not available states in Canada. If such fuels are used , repairs may get rid If this occurs, return toyour authorized Pontiac dealer in the United States and CGSB 3.5-M93 in adopting ...California emissions standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting the AAMA specification emissions contain...
Owner's Manual
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...thesegasolines if they comply with the specifications described earlier. Just tell us at the following address for fuel that you use of improper fuel wouldn't be available in the previous text on fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company that will help prevent deposits from... 're going and give your area to help clean the air. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). To check on fuel. That damage wouldn't be hard to find. You can 'corrode it. To provide cleaner air, all ...
...thesegasolines if they comply with the specifications described earlier. Just tell us at the following address for fuel that you use of improper fuel wouldn't be available in the previous text on fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company that will help prevent deposits from... 're going and give your area to help clean the air. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). To check on fuel. That damage wouldn't be hard to find. You can 'corrode it. To provide cleaner air, all ...