Owner's Manual
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...driving, such asflat tire or overheated engine, a etc. i Problems on 8-10. how It also gives you information "Reporting Safety Defects" on page on the Road This section tells what fluids and lubricants to use your vehicle running properly and looking good. B v 1-1 The 1998 Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual ...wantto read. You can useit to get service and owner publications. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Pontiac for assistance and to quickly find helpful information and tips about the road and how to operate your audio system. It ...
...driving, such asflat tire or overheated engine, a etc. i Problems on 8-10. how It also gives you information "Reporting Safety Defects" on page on the Road This section tells what fluids and lubricants to use your vehicle running properly and looking good. B v 1-1 The 1998 Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual ...wantto read. You can useit to get service and owner publications. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Pontiac for assistance and to quickly find helpful information and tips about the road and how to operate your audio system. It ...
Owner's Manual
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... safely useit again, you could lose control. don't use cruise control on . 2-40 Cruise control canbe dangerous on slippery roads.O n such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you mayturn the cruise control back on slippery roads. This can 't drive safely at a steady speed. Don't use...
... safely useit again, you could lose control. don't use cruise control on . 2-40 Cruise control canbe dangerous on slippery roads.O n such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you mayturn the cruise control back on slippery roads. This can 't drive safely at a steady speed. Don't use...
Owner's Manual
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... as instructions and special adapters inflating things like for an air mattress or a basketball. The air inflator located in maintaining is proper air pressurefor the tires. Be sure to read the inflator instructions, and inflate any object only to its recommended pressure. Some vehicles havean air inflatorfor use in the trunk...
... as instructions and special adapters inflating things like for an air mattress or a basketball. The air inflator located in maintaining is proper air pressurefor the tires. Be sure to read the inflator instructions, and inflate any object only to its recommended pressure. Some vehicles havean air inflatorfor use in the trunk...
Owner's Manual
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...only an average. Then you lose control can provide. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination and eyesight all play a part. tire of of vehicle and the amount brake force applied. tires That's perception time. That's reaction time. the weightof the of tread; do it to ask more those control systems the... tires of than and road can of your vehicle go . That could be that make your vehicle. 4-6 And, of course, actual stopping ...
...only an average. Then you lose control can provide. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination and eyesight all play a part. tire of of vehicle and the amount brake force applied. tires That's perception time. That's reaction time. the weightof the of tread; do it to ask more those control systems the... tires of than and road can of your vehicle go . That could be that make your vehicle. 4-6 And, of course, actual stopping ...
Owner's Manual
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... updates on the brakes. Here's how anti-lock works. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of the wheelsis about to make the mostof available tire and road conditions. You slam on wheel speedand controls braking pressure accordingly. 4-8 Here's what happens with A computer senses that wheels slowing down. ABS. The anti...
... updates on the brakes. Here's how anti-lock works. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of the wheelsis about to make the mostof available tire and road conditions. You slam on wheel speedand controls braking pressure accordingly. 4-8 Here's what happens with A computer senses that wheels slowing down. ABS. The anti...
Owner's Manual
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... problem. 'Traction Control" in accelerator pedal, steer the vehicle the way you 'll understand this. Under less to do their work where the tires meet cars and stops right front of your speed. If you can avoid these . Then you can stop i time. have to favorable conditions...these problems by braking -- the it traction of those places. Your vehiclecan perform very well in this ever happens? remove as much of the tires against road surface makes possible for much speed as you turn when the front wheels. Ease up on curves. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed...
... problem. 'Traction Control" in accelerator pedal, steer the vehicle the way you 'll understand this. Under less to do their work where the tires meet cars and stops right front of your speed. If you can avoid these . Then you can stop i time. have to favorable conditions...these problems by braking -- the it traction of those places. Your vehiclecan perform very well in this ever happens? remove as much of the tires against road surface makes possible for much speed as you turn when the front wheels. Ease up on curves. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed...
Owner's Manual
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... fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have dropped off the driving. You can turn to until the right front tire contacts pavement edge. Off-Road Recovery You may find that yourvehicle straddles the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you're I OFF-ROAD I RECOVERY...
... fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have dropped off the driving. You can turn to until the right front tire contacts pavement edge. Off-Road Recovery You may find that yourvehicle straddles the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you're I OFF-ROAD I RECOVERY...
Owner's Manual
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...: It helps avoid only the acceleration skid. If you of the accelerator pedal. Reconsider before moving vehicle rapidly. Perhaps you have enough friction where the tires meet the road to existing conditions, and by easing your foot the accelerator pedal. Even though the brake lampsare not flashing,it really is just...
...: It helps avoid only the acceleration skid. If you of the accelerator pedal. Reconsider before moving vehicle rapidly. Perhaps you have enough friction where the tires meet the road to existing conditions, and by easing your foot the accelerator pedal. Even though the brake lampsare not flashing,it really is just...
Owner's Manual
Page 188
... vision problems,by shifting to a lower gear). You may straighten out. or 4-15 For safety, you want to impaired -- Any sudden changes could cause the tires to recognize warning clues -- Learn to slide. such as enough water, ice or packed snow on conditions. by alcohol or drugs, with reduced traction, a try...
... vision problems,by shifting to a lower gear). You may straighten out. or 4-15 For safety, you want to impaired -- Any sudden changes could cause the tires to recognize warning clues -- Learn to slide. such as enough water, ice or packed snow on conditions. by alcohol or drugs, with reduced traction, a try...
Owner's Manual
Page 189
Here are in turn or curve. Slow down little. It can take a second or two, even several seconds, for If you're tired, pulloff the road in bright sunshine you are faced with severe glare (as a driver who doesn't lowerthe high beams,or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow ...
Here are in turn or curve. Slow down little. It can take a second or two, even several seconds, for If you're tired, pulloff the road in bright sunshine you are faced with severe glare (as a driver who doesn't lowerthe high beams,or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow ...
Owner's Manual
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... you can't stop, accelerate or as well because turn your windshield wiping equipment in traffic signals, can mean driving trouble. It's wise to keep your tire-to-road traction isn't as good as dry roads. On a wet road, you are good shape, a heavy rain in good shape and keep your... tires don't have much tread you'll get wet suddenly when your windshield wiper inserts when they show signsof streaking or missing of people walking. The ...
... you can't stop, accelerate or as well because turn your windshield wiping equipment in traffic signals, can mean driving trouble. It's wise to keep your tire-to-road traction isn't as good as dry roads. On a wet road, you are good shape, a heavy rain in good shape and keep your... tires don't have much tread you'll get wet suddenly when your windshield wiper inserts when they show signsof streaking or missing of people walking. The ...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle hydroplaning, is to ahead, and be hydroplaning. Never drive through deep puddles or it has little or no contact with proper tread depth. "Tires" in the Index.) 4-19 water's surface, there could be prepared have much water can if your it Some Other Rainy Weather Tips 0 0 Besides ...road. It can come in one or engine. So much tread or if the pressure in through themvery slowly. But can build up under your tires that is slightly more clear room to slow down , allow some extra following pass distance. NOTICE: if This can 't avoid deep puddles standing ...
... vehicle hydroplaning, is to ahead, and be hydroplaning. Never drive through deep puddles or it has little or no contact with proper tread depth. "Tires" in the Index.) 4-19 water's surface, there could be prepared have much water can if your it Some Other Rainy Weather Tips 0 0 Besides ...road. It can come in one or engine. So much tread or if the pressure in through themvery slowly. But can build up under your tires that is slightly more clear room to slow down , allow some extra following pass distance. NOTICE: if This can 't avoid deep puddles standing ...
Owner's Manual
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...up-to be well rested.If you Try must start when you need it a go. Is your vehicle ready for l long-distance driving?Are the tires a l inflated to your trip a short time to help you 're not fresh -- They'llbe if ready and willing to avoid a major storm ...system? Arethe lenses clean? Lumps: Are they all across North America. Should you 'll fiid experienced andable service expertsin Pontiac dealerships all working? Of course, you delay your speedometer, not of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you keep it . 0 0 Wper Blades...
...up-to be well rested.If you Try must start when you need it a go. Is your vehicle ready for l long-distance driving?Are the tires a l inflated to your trip a short time to help you 're not fresh -- They'llbe if ready and willing to avoid a major storm ...system? Arethe lenses clean? Lumps: Are they all across North America. Should you 'll fiid experienced andable service expertsin Pontiac dealerships all working? Of course, you delay your speedometer, not of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you keep it . 0 0 Wper Blades...
Owner's Manual
Page 196
... be aware thatit can happen. If you sleepy. For safety, treat drowsiness onthe highway as an emergency. 0 4-23 Or is well ventilated, with the humthe tires onthe of road, the drone of the same scenery, along with a comfortably cool interior. Keep your rearview mirrors and driving inflat or rolling terrain. First...
... be aware thatit can happen. If you sleepy. For safety, treat drowsiness onthe highway as an emergency. 0 4-23 Or is well ventilated, with the humthe tires onthe of road, the drone of the same scenery, along with a comfortably cool interior. Keep your rearview mirrors and driving inflat or rolling terrain. First...
Owner's Manual
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... gear when you go down a steep or long hill. Always have your engine running and your engine do all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. Be alert to go downhill. 0 A CAUTION: I Coasting downhill in hills or mountains. You could crash. Drive the highestgear possible. They could...
... gear when you go down a steep or long hill. Always have your engine running and your engine do all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. Be alert to go downhill. 0 A CAUTION: I Coasting downhill in hills or mountains. You could crash. Drive the highestgear possible. They could...
Owner's Manual
Page 199
...to Try to have traction control, keep the system It will spin polish the surface under the tires even more trouble becausemay offer the it 'sabout However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and freezing (32°F; Whatever the condition-- If you and accelerate toofast, the drive wheels will...? "Wet ice." Very cold for snow or ice can be slick and hard to driveon. But wet Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the ice can be even more . 1 4-26 OOC) and freezing rain begins fall. Even though your drivingto the road conditions. "Traction See Control ...
...to Try to have traction control, keep the system It will spin polish the surface under the tires even more trouble becausemay offer the it 'sabout However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and freezing (32°F; Whatever the condition-- If you and accelerate toofast, the drive wheels will...? "Wet ice." Very cold for snow or ice can be slick and hard to driveon. But wet Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the ice can be even more . 1 4-26 OOC) and freezing rain begins fall. Even though your drivingto the road conditions. "Traction See Control ...
Owner's Manual
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... idle. Preserve fuel as long as possible. To help comes. " , TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION VEHICLE CAP. RR. IF TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PS1/28KPa SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Two labels on your vehicle. The Tire-Loading Information label tells you can carry. OCCUPANTS FRT. When you It of...the found onthe rear edge of important information about the number people that can . KG MAX. Loading Your Vehicle 7 ; CTR. for the tires on your engine only as long as you can be in your headlamps. Run your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry. Thatis...
... idle. Preserve fuel as long as possible. To help comes. " , TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION VEHICLE CAP. RR. IF TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PS1/28KPa SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Two labels on your vehicle. The Tire-Loading Information label tells you can carry. OCCUPANTS FRT. When you It of...the found onthe rear edge of important information about the number people that can . KG MAX. Loading Your Vehicle 7 ; CTR. for the tires on your engine only as long as you can be in your headlamps. Run your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry. Thatis...
Owner's Manual
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... tow trailer if it are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do , here are some important points: 0 There are wheel assemblies and tires forced to work harder against the drag of the added weight. Your engine, axle or other parts of your vehicle's parts. 4-32 The engine is...
... tow trailer if it are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do , here are some important points: 0 There are wheel assemblies and tires forced to work harder against the drag of the added weight. Your engine, axle or other parts of your vehicle's parts. 4-32 The engine is...
Owner's Manual
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... (GVW) includes the curb weight the vehicle, any trailer is an important of cargo you planuse your rig. It depends on your vehicle's tires. Three important considerations have on your vehicle. And you tow a trailer, you can be riding in the Index more than even that weight... to pull a is trailer are all important. And, can a trailer safely be canying that can write us at: Customer Assistance Center Pontiac Division One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac, MI 48340-2952 4-33 But It should never weigh more information about your vehicle will be heavy. See "Loading Your Vehicle" in ...
... (GVW) includes the curb weight the vehicle, any trailer is an important of cargo you planuse your rig. It depends on your vehicle's tires. Three important considerations have on your vehicle. And you tow a trailer, you can be riding in the Index more than even that weight... to pull a is trailer are all important. And, can a trailer safely be canying that can write us at: Customer Assistance Center Pontiac Division One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac, MI 48340-2952 4-33 But It should never weigh more information about your vehicle will be heavy. See "Loading Your Vehicle" in ...
Owner's Manual
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... Vehicle''in and watercan, too. 4-34 Will you don't over the GVW limit go of for your vehicle's are inflatedto the upper tires on Your Vehicle's Tires Be sure your vehicle, including the weight the trailer tongue. If they aren't, you may be sure you have a weight-distributing (A) ...equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going and rough roadsare a by moving some rules to the hitch. Total Weight on limit for cold tires.You'll find these numbers the Tire Loading Information label located the rear edge of the total loaded trailer weight(B). A B Hitches It's important to get them ,...
... Vehicle''in and watercan, too. 4-34 Will you don't over the GVW limit go of for your vehicle's are inflatedto the upper tires on Your Vehicle's Tires Be sure your vehicle, including the weight the trailer tongue. If they aren't, you may be sure you have a weight-distributing (A) ...equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going and rough roadsare a by moving some rules to the hitch. Total Weight on limit for cold tires.You'll find these numbers the Tire Loading Information label located the rear edge of the total loaded trailer weight(B). A B Hitches It's important to get them ,...