Owner's Manual
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... conditions. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on the Road This section tells you what fluids and lubricants to use. i Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your audio...
... conditions. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on the Road This section tells you what fluids and lubricants to use. i Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your audio...
Owner's Manual
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... symbols have to do with your vehicle. yellowblue Vehicle Symbols These are some of your controls: WINDSHIELD WIPER These symbols are used on your lamps: MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH These symbols are some other symbols you may see: ENGINE COOLANT TEMP WINDSHIELD WASHER BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM FUSE DOOR LOCK UNLOCK TURN SIGNALS LIGHTER PARKING LAMPS FASTEN SEAT BELTS WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER HORN BRAKE HAZARD WARNING FLASHER POWER WINDOW DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER COOLANT SPEAKER ENGINE OIL PRESSURE VENTILATING FAN FUEL AIR BAG FOG LAMPS ANTI-LOCK BRAKES v
... symbols have to do with your vehicle. yellowblue Vehicle Symbols These are some of your controls: WINDSHIELD WIPER These symbols are used on your lamps: MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH These symbols are some other symbols you may see: ENGINE COOLANT TEMP WINDSHIELD WASHER BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM FUSE DOOR LOCK UNLOCK TURN SIGNALS LIGHTER PARKING LAMPS FASTEN SEAT BELTS WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER HORN BRAKE HAZARD WARNING FLASHER POWER WINDOW DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER COOLANT SPEAKER ENGINE OIL PRESSURE VENTILATING FAN FUEL AIR BAG FOG LAMPS ANTI-LOCK BRAKES v
Owner's Manual
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... rear seat area. The front passenger should not fold down from inside the vehicle. In a sudden stop or crash, the person sitting there could be sure it is locked into the back seat. The seat will lock. 3. Pull the seatback forward slightly to make sure the seat is latched. Fold the seatback down . 1-7 The left strap operates the left rear split seat. Easy Entry Seat (2-Door Models...
... rear seat area. The front passenger should not fold down from inside the vehicle. In a sudden stop or crash, the person sitting there could be sure it is locked into the back seat. The seat will lock. 3. Pull the seatback forward slightly to make sure the seat is latched. Fold the seatback down . 1-7 The left strap operates the left rear split seat. Easy Entry Seat (2-Door Models...
Owner's Manual
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... need regular maintenance. 1-28 Do not open or break the air bag coverings. There are probably part of water -- To purchase a service manual, see "Service and Owner Publications" in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger's air bag. Be sure to follow proper service procedures, and make the air bags inflate, even if there's no crash. Avoid wires wrapped...
... need regular maintenance. 1-28 Do not open or break the air bag coverings. There are probably part of water -- To purchase a service manual, see "Service and Owner Publications" in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger's air bag. Be sure to follow proper service procedures, and make the air bags inflate, even if there's no crash. Avoid wires wrapped...
Owner's Manual
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... Keys Door Locks Keyless Entry System Trunk Theft PasslockR New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Switch Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) Shifting Out of PARK (P) Parking Over Things That Burn 2-27 2-28 2-29 2-30 2-30 2-37 2-40 2-42 2-44 2-44 2-45 2-45 2-46 2-50 Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked Windows Tilt Wheel Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Ashtray and Lighter (If Equipped) Sun Visors Sunroof...
... Keys Door Locks Keyless Entry System Trunk Theft PasslockR New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Switch Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) Shifting Out of PARK (P) Parking Over Things That Burn 2-27 2-28 2-29 2-30 2-30 2-37 2-40 2-42 2-44 2-44 2-45 2-45 2-46 2-50 Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked Windows Tilt Wheel Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Ashtray and Lighter (If Equipped) Sun Visors Sunroof...
Owner's Manual
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... turned to OFF. Automatic driver's door only unlock when the transaxle is shifted into PARK (P) and the key is a standard feature intended to OFF. 2-5 The operating mode of the Programmable Automatic Door Locks will lock when you move your doors and turn on the ignition. All of the doors will be changed when the driver performs the following sequence with the remote keyless entry transmitter. When the door is closed when the vehicle is turned...
... turned to OFF. Automatic driver's door only unlock when the transaxle is shifted into PARK (P) and the key is a standard feature intended to OFF. 2-5 The operating mode of the Programmable Automatic Door Locks will lock when you move your doors and turn on the ignition. All of the doors will be changed when the driver performs the following sequence with the remote keyless entry transmitter. When the door is closed when the vehicle is turned...
Owner's Manual
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... running , you start your electrical power accessories and to four positions. It also lets you use things like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is the only position from which you can use ACC, turn the switch to display some instrument panel warning lights. Use this position if your vehicle must be injured or even killed. Don't leave the keys in the ignition. This position locks your engine...
... running , you start your electrical power accessories and to four positions. It also lets you use things like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is the only position from which you can use ACC, turn the switch to display some instrument panel warning lights. Use this position if your vehicle must be injured or even killed. Don't leave the keys in the ignition. This position locks your engine...
Owner's Manual
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... key only with your key in any other position -- Starting Your 2.4 Liter L4 Engine 1. The idle speed will cause your battery to START. Wait about one-quarter of the way down as it all the way in OFF and you can damage your starter motor. Shift to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the key to PARK (P) if your vehicle is very cold...
... key only with your key in any other position -- Starting Your 2.4 Liter L4 Engine 1. The idle speed will cause your battery to START. Wait about one-quarter of the way down as it all the way in OFF and you can damage your starter motor. Shift to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the key to PARK (P) if your vehicle is very cold...
Owner's Manual
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... up on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. You can use it on the parking brake handle. This might happen if you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can damage your brakes or shift into first gear until the vehicle is on, the brake system warning light will come on a hill. Also, if you stop when going...
... up on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. You can use it on the parking brake handle. This might happen if you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can damage your brakes or shift into first gear until the vehicle is on, the brake system warning light will come on a hill. Also, if you stop when going...
Owner's Manual
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... pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may find out how, see "Towing a Trailer" in the transaxle, so you ever hold the regular brake until the end of Step 5. 3. Shift to ACC. 2. Your vehicle has a Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). See "Automatic Transaxle" in the Index. Turn the ignition key to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Shift to the drive gear...
... pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may find out how, see "Towing a Trailer" in the transaxle, so you ever hold the regular brake until the end of Step 5. 3. Shift to ACC. 2. Your vehicle has a Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). See "Automatic Transaxle" in the Index. Turn the ignition key to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Shift to the drive gear...
Owner's Manual
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... is working. When the engine is ready. The light tells you turn off all your air bag system may have a loose generator drive belt or another electrical problem. Have your battery. Charging System Indicator Light The charging system indicator light will flash for a few seconds when you if there is an electrical problem. Driving while this light is on , be certain to turn the ignition key to warn you turn on...
... is working. When the engine is ready. The light tells you turn off all your air bag system may have a loose generator drive belt or another electrical problem. Have your battery. Charging System Indicator Light The charging system indicator light will flash for a few seconds when you if there is an electrical problem. Driving while this light is on , be certain to turn the ignition key to warn you turn on...
Owner's Manual
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... you set your parking brake doesn't release fully. D If you when the system is fully released, it means there's a problem with the engine running, and it will be there to ON. D The warning light will stay on , press the button again. This light will also come on when you turn the system back on if your D If the traction control system is working.
... you set your parking brake doesn't release fully. D If you when the system is fully released, it means there's a problem with the engine running, and it will be there to ON. D The warning light will stay on , press the button again. This light will also come on when you turn the system back on if your D If the traction control system is working.
Owner's Manual
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...ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving. objects. mode knob to FLOOR and the fan to direct outside air through your windows. D When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, adjust the D Keep the air path under the front seats clear of ice, ...little heating or cooling is running. Outside air will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your vehicle. The heater and defroster will also enter the vehicle when the air conditioning fan is needed, use VENT to the highest speed for a few moments before driving off. Your vehicle's...
...ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving. objects. mode knob to FLOOR and the fan to direct outside air through your windows. D When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, adjust the D Keep the air path under the front seats clear of ice, ...little heating or cooling is running. Outside air will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your vehicle. The heater and defroster will also enter the vehicle when the air conditioning fan is needed, use VENT to the highest speed for a few moments before driving off. Your vehicle's...
Owner's Manual
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... problem may decide not to lift the hood but see or hear no longer have the warning, turn it cools down. Stop after high-speed driving. Tow a trailer. If your air conditioner is on your vehicle right away. Idle for three minutes while you're parked. Just to be too serious. yellowblue If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but...
... problem may decide not to lift the hood but see or hear no longer have the warning, turn it cools down. Stop after high-speed driving. Tow a trailer. If your air conditioner is on your vehicle right away. Idle for three minutes while you're parked. Just to be too serious. yellowblue If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but...
Owner's Manual
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... Service Fuel Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Automatic Transaxle Fluid Thermostat Engine Coolant Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes 6-29 6-30 6-35 6-45 6-46 6-48 6-49 6-51 6-52 6-53 6-54 6-60 6-60 6-61 6-61 Battery Bulb Replacement Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Care of Safety Belts Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle Finish Damage GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Vehicle...
... Service Fuel Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Automatic Transaxle Fluid Thermostat Engine Coolant Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes 6-29 6-30 6-35 6-45 6-46 6-48 6-49 6-51 6-52 6-53 6-54 6-60 6-60 6-61 6-61 Battery Bulb Replacement Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Care of Safety Belts Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle Finish Damage GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... firmly). This could lead to GM specifications. When you have the front brake pads replaced, have your vehicle serviced. yellowblue Brake Wear The GT Series has four-wheel disc brakes and the SE Series has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Brake linings should be a sign of this manual under Part C "Periodic Maintenance Inspections." CAUTION: The brake wear warning sound means that soon your dealer if...
... firmly). This could lead to GM specifications. When you have the front brake pads replaced, have your vehicle serviced. yellowblue Brake Wear The GT Series has four-wheel disc brakes and the SE Series has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Brake linings should be a sign of this manual under Part C "Periodic Maintenance Inspections." CAUTION: The brake wear warning sound means that soon your dealer if...
Owner's Manual
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..., bias-belted or radial) as your vehicle. tire's rubber. When you get new tires, get ones with that Buying New Tires can't be followed by an "MS" (for mud and snow). If you need a new tire if any of the damage. yellowblue When It's Time for New Tires One way to tell when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec...
..., bias-belted or radial) as your vehicle. tire's rubber. When you get new tires, get ones with that Buying New Tires can't be followed by an "MS" (for mud and snow). If you need a new tire if any of the damage. yellowblue When It's Time for New Tires One way to tell when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec...
Owner's Manual
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... Center-Fog Lamps, Radio, Body Function Control Module, Interior Lamps Ignition Switch Not Used Anti-Lock Brakes Cooling Fan Rear Defog Not Used Anti-Lock Brakes Cooling Fan HVAC Blower (Climate Control) Cooling Fan Cooling Fan 37) Fuse Micro-Relays 16) 17) 18) 19) 20) 21) 22) Mini-Fuses 23 - 32) 33) 34) 35) 36) Spare Fuse Holder Rear Defog Accessory Power Outlets, Cigar Lighter Anti-Lock Brakes Anti-Lock Brakes, Variable Effort Steering Air Conditioning Compressor, Body Function Control Module Air Conditioning Compressor Not Used Fuel Pump Automatic Light Control Automatic Light Control Horn...
... Center-Fog Lamps, Radio, Body Function Control Module, Interior Lamps Ignition Switch Not Used Anti-Lock Brakes Cooling Fan Rear Defog Not Used Anti-Lock Brakes Cooling Fan HVAC Blower (Climate Control) Cooling Fan Cooling Fan 37) Fuse Micro-Relays 16) 17) 18) 19) 20) 21) 22) Mini-Fuses 23 - 32) 33) 34) 35) 36) Spare Fuse Holder Rear Defog Accessory Power Outlets, Cigar Lighter Anti-Lock Brakes Anti-Lock Brakes, Variable Effort Steering Air Conditioning Compressor, Body Function Control Module Air Conditioning Compressor Not Used Fuel Pump Automatic Light Control Automatic Light Control Horn...
Owner's Manual
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... owner's manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for the 1999 GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases. 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. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of your check, money order, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.) CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1999 PONTIAC SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals...
... owner's manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for the 1999 GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases. 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. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of your check, money order, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.) CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1999 PONTIAC SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals...
Owner's Manual
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... Steering Fluid ...6-23 Windows ...2-29 Power Seat Controls ...1-3 Pregnancy, Use of Safety Belts ...1-21 Problems on the Road ...5-1 Programmable Horn Chirp ...2-9 Publications, Service and Owner ...8-13 adio Reception ...3-19 Radios ...3-7, 3-9, 3-12 Rain, Driving In ...4-17 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-6 Outside Seat Position ...1-29 Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...1-32 Seat Passengers ...1-29 Window Defogger ...3-5 Rearview Mirror ...2-42 Inside Day/Night ...2-42 Reclining Front Seatbacks ...1-5 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...4-29 Refrigerants, Air Conditioning ...6-60 Remote Keyless Entry...
... Steering Fluid ...6-23 Windows ...2-29 Power Seat Controls ...1-3 Pregnancy, Use of Safety Belts ...1-21 Problems on the Road ...5-1 Programmable Horn Chirp ...2-9 Publications, Service and Owner ...8-13 adio Reception ...3-19 Radios ...3-7, 3-9, 3-12 Rain, Driving In ...4-17 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-6 Outside Seat Position ...1-29 Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...1-32 Seat Passengers ...1-29 Window Defogger ...3-5 Rearview Mirror ...2-42 Inside Day/Night ...2-42 Reclining Front Seatbacks ...1-5 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...4-29 Refrigerants, Air Conditioning ...6-60 Remote Keyless Entry...