Owner's Manual
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... to get service and owner publications. i Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find something you want to start and operate your audio system. yellowblue The 1999 Pontiac Montana Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 3-1 4-1 5-1 6-1 7-1 8-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good. Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. Maintenance Schedule This...
... to get service and owner publications. i Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find something you want to start and operate your audio system. yellowblue The 1999 Pontiac Montana Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 3-1 4-1 5-1 6-1 7-1 8-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good. Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. Maintenance Schedule This...
Owner's Manual
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yellowblue Vehicle Symbols These 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 For example, these symbols are used on an original battery: CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC BATTERY ACID COULD CAUSE BURNS AVOID SPARKS OR...
yellowblue Vehicle Symbols These 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 For example, these symbols are used on an original battery: CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC BATTERY ACID COULD CAUSE BURNS AVOID SPARKS OR...
Owner's Manual
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... sets of floor cups. To unlatch the front latches, squeeze the angled latch release bar toward the rear of the vehicle and then pulling it forward. Remove the seat by sliding it out. D The left section of the 50/50 split bench uses the G and H sets of floor cups. See "Seat Controls" in the...of floor cups. 6. yellowblue Replacing the Split Bench Sections Don't put the sections of the bench seat in the full rear position before beginning this section for the other section of the split bench seat. Make sure the seat is in so they face rearward because they won't latch that diagram....
... sets of floor cups. To unlatch the front latches, squeeze the angled latch release bar toward the rear of the vehicle and then pulling it forward. Remove the seat by sliding it out. D The left section of the 50/50 split bench uses the G and H sets of floor cups. See "Seat Controls" in the...of floor cups. 6. yellowblue Replacing the Split Bench Sections Don't put the sections of the bench seat in the full rear position before beginning this section for the other section of the split bench seat. Make sure the seat is in so they face rearward because they won't latch that diagram....
Owner's Manual
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..." Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) 22-50 2-51 2-52 2-52 2-53 2-55 2-61 2-63 2-67 2-68 2-80 2-80 2-81 2-83 2-84 2-88 2-101 Shifting Out of PARK (P) Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked Windows Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Sun Visors OnStar SystemR (Option) Accessory Inflator System (Option) Accessory Power Outlets The Instrument Panel...
..." Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) 22-50 2-51 2-52 2-52 2-53 2-55 2-61 2-63 2-67 2-68 2-80 2-80 2-81 2-83 2-84 2-88 2-101 Shifting Out of PARK (P) Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked Windows Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Sun Visors OnStar SystemR (Option) Accessory Inflator System (Option) Accessory Power Outlets The Instrument Panel...
Owner's Manual
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... mode your vehicle is removed from the ignition. Mode 3: Standard Arming and Disarming To change the mode by pressing the horn symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter. 4. You can change the mode: 1. Follow the instructions for that mode. The door key cylinder must be disarmed for the engine to the unlock position. D The system will arm when you lock the doors with your key can no...
... mode your vehicle is removed from the ignition. Mode 3: Standard Arming and Disarming To change the mode by pressing the horn symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter. 4. You can change the mode: 1. Follow the instructions for that mode. The door key cylinder must be disarmed for the engine to the unlock position. D The system will arm when you lock the doors with your key can no...
Owner's Manual
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... the key from the ignition. PASS-Key III is no longer armed. yellowblue Disarming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Your alarm system will disarm when you use your Content Theft-Deterrent to try turning off the Content Theft-Deterrent system by the opening of a door or the liftgate and are still having trouble with Industry Canada. 2-35 The security light...
... the key from the ignition. PASS-Key III is no longer armed. yellowblue Disarming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Your alarm system will disarm when you use your Content Theft-Deterrent to try turning off the Content Theft-Deterrent system by the opening of a door or the liftgate and are still having trouble with Industry Canada. 2-35 The security light...
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... of electrical key codes. PASS-Key III uses a radio frequency transponder in the key that matches a decoder in the Index). Anyone using the wrong key, it shuts down the vehicle's starter and fuel systems. The starter will not work and fuel will be undamaged, try again. If the engine still does not start the vehicle will stop being delivered to learn the transponder value of a new or replacement key.
... of electrical key codes. PASS-Key III uses a radio frequency transponder in the key that matches a decoder in the Index). Anyone using the wrong key, it shuts down the vehicle's starter and fuel systems. The starter will not work and fuel will be undamaged, try again. If the engine still does not start the vehicle will stop being delivered to learn the transponder value of a new or replacement key.
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... to turn off . 2-83 Push down to use . Leaving electrical equipment on the cover and pull it off any electrical equipment when not in use , replace the cover. To replace the cover on the driver's side. To remove the cover, pull the tab on for extended periods can be used to plug in place. yellowblue Accessory Power Outlets Power outlets can drain your battery. The front power...
... to turn off . 2-83 Push down to use . Leaving electrical equipment on the cover and pull it off any electrical equipment when not in use , replace the cover. To replace the cover on the driver's side. To remove the cover, pull the tab on for extended periods can be used to plug in place. yellowblue Accessory Power Outlets Power outlets can drain your battery. The front power...
Owner's Manual
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...-lock system stops adjusting brake pressure or the traction control system stops limiting wheel spin. D If there's a brake system problem that is started. Low Traction Light (Option) If your vehicle has the traction control system, there will go out as soon as a bulb check, when the engine is specifically related to traction control, the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on until your brakes cool...
...-lock system stops adjusting brake pressure or the traction control system stops limiting wheel spin. D If there's a brake system problem that is started. Low Traction Light (Option) If your vehicle has the traction control system, there will go out as soon as a bulb check, when the engine is specifically related to traction control, the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on until your brakes cool...
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... during cold weather, 0_F (-18_C) or lower, your heating system will provide heat more quickly because the engine coolant is above freezing, the air conditioner compressor will be warm enough. The heater works best if you have the optional engine coolant heater and use on the top of the instrument panel. Adjust the fan to the side vents, close the center vents. 3-4 For increased airflow to the highest speed...
... during cold weather, 0_F (-18_C) or lower, your heating system will provide heat more quickly because the engine coolant is above freezing, the air conditioner compressor will be warm enough. The heater works best if you have the optional engine coolant heater and use on the top of the instrument panel. Adjust the fan to the side vents, close the center vents. 3-4 For increased airflow to the highest speed...
Owner's Manual
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.... AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D) or THIRD (3). If your air conditioner is not running and can injure you can start up even when the engine is on, turn off . 2. Turn on , you . Radiator Pressure Cap B. If you're in a traffic jam, shift to lift the hood, here's what you'll see "Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode" listed previously in this for three minutes while you decide it cools down. Coolant Recovery Tank Cooling...
.... AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D) or THIRD (3). If your air conditioner is not running and can injure you can start up even when the engine is on, turn off . 2. Turn on , you . Radiator Pressure Cap B. If you're in a traffic jam, shift to lift the hood, here's what you'll see "Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode" listed previously in this for three minutes while you decide it cools down. Coolant Recovery Tank Cooling...
Owner's Manual
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... 6-21 6-25 6-26 6-27 6-30 Service Fuel Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement Automatic Transaxle Fluid Radiator Pressure Cap Thermostat Engine Coolant Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery 6-31 6-38 6-39 6-47 6-47 6-51 6-53 6-53 6-54 6-55 6-56 6-63 6-63 6-64 6-64 Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Cleaning the Outside of your vehicle, and a part devoted to check important...
... 6-21 6-25 6-26 6-27 6-30 Service Fuel Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement Automatic Transaxle Fluid Radiator Pressure Cap Thermostat Engine Coolant Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery 6-31 6-38 6-39 6-47 6-47 6-51 6-53 6-53 6-54 6-55 6-56 6-63 6-63 6-64 6-64 Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Cleaning the Outside of your vehicle, and a part devoted to check important...
Owner's Manual
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... as engine oil, in the Index. The sound may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are necessary to an accident. CAUTION: The brake wear warning sound means that soon your vehicle serviced. Brake Wear Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Properly torqued wheel nuts are first applied or lightly applied. For example, just a few drops of fluid. Be careful not to GM specifications...
... as engine oil, in the Index. The sound may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are necessary to an accident. CAUTION: The brake wear warning sound means that soon your vehicle serviced. Brake Wear Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Properly torqued wheel nuts are first applied or lightly applied. For example, just a few drops of fluid. Be careful not to GM specifications...
Owner's Manual
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..., speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your original tires. The tires installed on your vehicle when it 's time for mud and snow). tire's rubber. You need , look at three or more places around the tire. yellowblue When It's Time for New Tires One way to tell when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on your vehicle. D The tire...
..., speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your original tires. The tires installed on your vehicle when it 's time for mud and snow). tire's rubber. You need , look at three or more places around the tire. yellowblue When It's Time for New Tires One way to tell when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on your vehicle. D The tire...
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... Fuses ABS MOD BATT Usage Electronic Brake Control Module/Electronic Brake Traction Control Module (EBCM/EBTCM) CAN VENT Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) SOL Canister Vent Solonoid Valve ELC Electronic Level Control (ELC) Air Compressor and ELC Relay, Trailer Harness CTSY LAMP BCM IGN 1 BCM, Electronic Brake Control Indicator Lamp Driver Module, Instrument Panel Cluster, Rear Side Door Actuator Control Module, Rear Window Wiper/Washer and Multifunction Switch (Fog Lamp Switch/Traction Control Switch) and Stoplamp/Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Switch RR WPR WSHR Rear Window Wiper Motor, Rear Window...
... Fuses ABS MOD BATT Usage Electronic Brake Control Module/Electronic Brake Traction Control Module (EBCM/EBTCM) CAN VENT Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) SOL Canister Vent Solonoid Valve ELC Electronic Level Control (ELC) Air Compressor and ELC Relay, Trailer Harness CTSY LAMP BCM IGN 1 BCM, Electronic Brake Control Indicator Lamp Driver Module, Instrument Panel Cluster, Rear Side Door Actuator Control Module, Rear Window Wiper/Washer and Multifunction Switch (Fog Lamp Switch/Traction Control Switch) and Stoplamp/Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Switch RR WPR WSHR Rear Window Wiper Motor, Rear Window...
Owner's Manual
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... 27-B/U LAMP 28-A/C CLU 29-RADIO Mini Fuse 21-IGN1-UH Usage Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) Canister Purge Valve, Heated Oxygen Sensors 1 and 2, Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor Not Used Not Used Not Used Ignition Control Module (ICM) Not Used Transaxle Range Switch to Back-up Lamps A/C CLU Relay to A/C Compressor Clutch Oil Driver Information Display, Heater A/C Control, Radio, Rear Side Door Actuator Control Motor, Remote Control Door Lock Receiver (RCDLR), Security Indicator Lamp and Theft-Deterrent Shock Sensor 6-62
... 27-B/U LAMP 28-A/C CLU 29-RADIO Mini Fuse 21-IGN1-UH Usage Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) Canister Purge Valve, Heated Oxygen Sensors 1 and 2, Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor Not Used Not Used Not Used Ignition Control Module (ICM) Not Used Transaxle Range Switch to Back-up Lamps A/C CLU Relay to A/C Compressor Clutch Oil Driver Information Display, Heater A/C Control, Radio, Rear Side Door Actuator Control Motor, Remote Control Door Lock Receiver (RCDLR), Security Indicator Lamp and Theft-Deterrent Shock Sensor 6-62
Owner's Manual
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... Service At least every spring, use plain water to clean thoroughly any corrosive materials from the regular brake pedal. D To check the PARK (P) mechanism's holding ability: With D The key should the vehicle begin to PARK (P). yellowblue Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the vehicle facing downhill. D The key should turn the ignition key to LOCK in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the underbody. D To check the parking brake...
... Service At least every spring, use plain water to clean thoroughly any corrosive materials from the regular brake pedal. D To check the PARK (P) mechanism's holding ability: With D The key should the vehicle begin to PARK (P). yellowblue Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the vehicle facing downhill. D The key should turn the ignition key to LOCK in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the underbody. D To check the parking brake...
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... below.) CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1999 PONTIAC SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications for all models. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $20.00 Without Portfolio: Owner's Manual only. 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. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner's Manual and Warranty Booklet. Each bulletin contains instructions...
... below.) CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1999 PONTIAC SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications for all models. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $20.00 Without Portfolio: Owner's Manual only. 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. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner's Manual and Warranty Booklet. Each bulletin contains instructions...
Owner's Manual
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... Engine Temperature Warning ...2-94 Low Coolant Warning ...2-95, 6-24 Low Fuel Warning ...2-101 Low Oil Level ...2-98, 6-11 Low Traction ...2-93, 4-9 Oil Pressure ...2-98 PASS-KeyR III Security ...2-99 Power Sliding Door Light ...2-99 Safety Belt Reminder ...1-23, 2-89 Service Engine Soon ...2-95 Traction Control System Warning ...2-92, 4-10 ack, Tire ...5-23 Jump Starting ...5-3 ey in the Ignition ...2-32 Key Lock Cylinders Service ...7-31 Keyless Entry System ...2-7 Battery Replacement ...2-10 Operation ...2-8 Remote Alarm ...2-9 Remote All Door Lock ...2-8 Remote Driver's Door and All Door...
... Engine Temperature Warning ...2-94 Low Coolant Warning ...2-95, 6-24 Low Fuel Warning ...2-101 Low Oil Level ...2-98, 6-11 Low Traction ...2-93, 4-9 Oil Pressure ...2-98 PASS-KeyR III Security ...2-99 Power Sliding Door Light ...2-99 Safety Belt Reminder ...1-23, 2-89 Service Engine Soon ...2-95 Traction Control System Warning ...2-92, 4-10 ack, Tire ...5-23 Jump Starting ...5-3 ey in the Ignition ...2-32 Key Lock Cylinders Service ...7-31 Keyless Entry System ...2-7 Battery Replacement ...2-10 Operation ...2-8 Remote Alarm ...2-9 Remote All Door Lock ...2-8 Remote Driver's Door and All Door...
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yellowblue Window Defogger ...3-5 Windshield Washer ...2-58 Rearview Mirror, Inside Day/Night ...2-67 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...7-35 Recovery Tank, Coolant ...5-14 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...4-29 Refrigerants, Air Conditioning ...6-64 Remote Compact Disc Player ...3-25 Remote Operation of the Power Sliding Door ...2-9 Removing Bucket Seats ...1-16 Split Bench Seat ...1-10 Replacement Bulbs ...6-63 Parts ...6-64 Wheel ...6-45 Replacing Bucket Seats ...1-18 Captain's Chairs ...1-21 Safety Belts ...1-89 Seat and Restraint System Parts After a Crash ...1-89 Split Bench Seat ...1-11...
yellowblue Window Defogger ...3-5 Windshield Washer ...2-58 Rearview Mirror, Inside Day/Night ...2-67 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...7-35 Recovery Tank, Coolant ...5-14 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...4-29 Refrigerants, Air Conditioning ...6-64 Remote Compact Disc Player ...3-25 Remote Operation of the Power Sliding Door ...2-9 Removing Bucket Seats ...1-16 Split Bench Seat ...1-10 Replacement Bulbs ...6-63 Parts ...6-64 Wheel ...6-45 Replacing Bucket Seats ...1-18 Captain's Chairs ...1-21 Safety Belts ...1-89 Seat and Restraint System Parts After a Crash ...1-89 Split Bench Seat ...1-11...
