Owner's Manual
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Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you how to keep your audio system. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your vehicle ... Here you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on the Road This section tells you what fluids and lubricants to use. 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 use your vehicle. It also explains the...
Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you how to keep your audio system. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your vehicle ... Here you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on the Road This section tells you what fluids and lubricants to use. 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 use your vehicle. It also explains the...
Owner's Manual
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yellowblue CAUTION: For up ! They are wearing safety belts. And they activate in a crash, you'll need regular maintenance. If they can still inflate during improper service. Rear passengers who aren't safety belted can be injured if you is disconnected, an air bag can ...
yellowblue CAUTION: For up ! They are wearing safety belts. And they activate in a crash, you'll need regular maintenance. If they can still inflate during improper service. Rear passengers who aren't safety belted can be injured if you is disconnected, an air bag can ...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle has the built-in child restraint system from doing its job, have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.) Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the harness straps, latch plates, buckle, clip, child head restraint and anchorages are working properly. Look...
... vehicle has the built-in child restraint system from doing its job, have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.) Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the harness straps, latch plates, buckle, clip, child head restraint and anchorages are working properly. Look...
Owner's Manual
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... the Light Is Flashing The following . 2-96 Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may prevent more serious damage to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be as good and your engine may be required. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis...
... the Light Is Flashing The following . 2-96 Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may prevent more serious damage to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be as good and your engine may be required. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis...
Owner's Manual
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... 2. Each of the chocks. 4. Have someone pick up on a Hill 1. Then apply your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will help you ever have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3. Check periodically to see that are especially... to PARK (P). 5. Release the regular brakes. Drive slowly until the chocks absorb the load. 4. Reapply the regular brakes. See the Maintenance Schedule for more often when you 're trailering, it : 1. yellowblue Parking on Hills When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on...
... 2. Each of the chocks. 4. Have someone pick up on a Hill 1. Then apply your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will help you ever have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3. Check periodically to see that are especially... to PARK (P). 5. Release the regular brakes. Drive slowly until the chocks absorb the load. 4. Reapply the regular brakes. See the Maintenance Schedule for more often when you 're trailering, it : 1. yellowblue Parking on Hills When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on...
Owner's Manual
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... Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle Underbody Maintenance Chemical Paint Spotting GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Electrical System Replacement Bulbs Capacities and Specifications... Air Conditioning Refrigerants Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6- 6-1 yellowblue Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about your vehicle...
... Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle Underbody Maintenance Chemical Paint Spotting GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Electrical System Replacement Bulbs Capacities and Specifications... Air Conditioning Refrigerants Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6- 6-1 yellowblue Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about your vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... of these marks: Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to use the proper service manual. Your vehicle has an air bag system. See "Maintenance Record" in the Index. To order the proper service manual, see "Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle" in the Index. We hope you'll go...
... of these marks: Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to use the proper service manual. Your vehicle has an air bag system. See "Maintenance Record" in the Index. To order the proper service manual, see "Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle" in the Index. We hope you'll go...
Owner's Manual
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... sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before adding equipment to the outside of your engine. That's normal, and you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. It's the heavy, constant knock that the gasoline meet specifications which have to buy a higher octane fuel to do service work on a vehicle without...
... sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before adding equipment to the outside of your engine. That's normal, and you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. It's the heavy, constant knock that the gasoline meet specifications which have to buy a higher octane fuel to do service work on a vehicle without...
Owner's Manual
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... include extensive idling (such as SAE 20W-50. However, you think something should be 0_F (-18_C) or above. Do not use the short trip/city maintenance schedule: NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines "Starburst" symbol.
... include extensive idling (such as SAE 20W-50. However, you think something should be 0_F (-18_C) or above. Do not use the short trip/city maintenance schedule: NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines "Starburst" symbol.
Owner's Manual
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... it in the trash, pouring it to the environment. Don't let used engine oil. (See the manufacturer's warnings about the use the long trip/highway maintenance schedule. The air cleaner is true, use and disposal of oil products.) Used oil can be a real threat to a place that may be sure to...
... it in the trash, pouring it to the environment. Don't let used engine oil. (See the manufacturer's warnings about the use the long trip/highway maintenance schedule. The air cleaner is true, use and disposal of oil products.) Used oil can be a real threat to a place that may be sure to...
Owner's Manual
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... at the bottom. 4. CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you do not need to change the air filter, see "Maintenance Schedule" in place. And, dirt can cause a damaging engine fire. Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement Passenger compartment air, both outside and recirculated air, is part...
... at the bottom. 4. CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you do not need to change the air filter, see "Maintenance Schedule" in place. And, dirt can cause a damaging engine fire. Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement Passenger compartment air, both outside and recirculated air, is part...
Owner's Manual
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For the type of the inner access panel. 3. Pull the tab up and out on the left of filter to use, see "Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts" in and slide it toward the opening. Replace the filters by reversing Step 3. Then squeeze the tab on the outer access panel. 2. To remove the second, reach in the Index. 6-17 Make sure the filters are inserted so that the sealing foam is angled in the same direction on both filters. Pull the second filter out. 4. yellowblue 1. The first air filter will pull straight out.
For the type of the inner access panel. 3. Pull the tab up and out on the left of filter to use, see "Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts" in and slide it toward the opening. Replace the filters by reversing Step 3. Then squeeze the tab on the outer access panel. 2. To remove the second, reach in the Index. 6-17 Make sure the filters are inserted so that the sealing foam is angled in the same direction on both filters. Pull the second filter out. 4. yellowblue 1. The first air filter will pull straight out.
Owner's Manual
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... sure to Check Because this done at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you do not use your transaxle. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" in hot weather. At high speed for quite a while. D In hilly or mountainous terrain. If you check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when...
... sure to Check Because this done at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you do not use your transaxle. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" in hot weather. At high speed for quite a while. D In hilly or mountainous terrain. If you check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when...
Owner's Manual
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..., because fluid with that label is not covered by fluid other than one pint (0.5 L). Pull out the dipstick. 2. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on the dipstick. 1. Don't overfill. We recommend you use . Damage caused by your automatic transaxle...
..., because fluid with that label is not covered by fluid other than one pint (0.5 L). Pull out the dipstick. 2. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on the dipstick. 1. Don't overfill. We recommend you use . Damage caused by your automatic transaxle...
Owner's Manual
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... was designed and tested with an ACDelco FreedomR battery. When you don't, your braking system -- If you replace parts of this manual under Part C "Periodic Maintenance Inspections." Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on the original battery's label. Battery Brake Adjustment Every time you 're not going to have really...
... was designed and tested with an ACDelco FreedomR battery. When you don't, your braking system -- If you replace parts of this manual under Part C "Periodic Maintenance Inspections." Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on the original battery's label. Battery Brake Adjustment Every time you 're not going to have really...
Owner's Manual
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... Lamp Bulb D. Reinstall the taillamp assembly by inserting the outboard locating/retaining pins until the lamp is seated. For proper type and length, see "Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts" in this position. 3. The blades are properly over the bulb holder tabs. 7. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield or backglass...
... Lamp Bulb D. Reinstall the taillamp assembly by inserting the outboard locating/retaining pins until the lamp is seated. For proper type and length, see "Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts" in this position. 3. The blades are properly over the bulb holder tabs. 7. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield or backglass...
Owner's Manual
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... and Rotation Tires should be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if you can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" in the Index for damaged tires or wheels. but be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to which it is fastened, can...
... and Rotation Tires should be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if you can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" in the Index for damaged tires or wheels. but be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to which it is fastened, can...
Owner's Manual
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... any overspray or splash from your tires, use a stiff brush with plain water. Dirt packed in the paint job causes this, Pontiac will corrode quickly and may damage the paint finish and tires. Larger areas of the frame should be corrected in the finish should be... other debris can collect. Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in your dealer's body and paint shop. 6-53 Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for you. If these materials from the underbody with a tire cleaner. Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can do...
... any overspray or splash from your tires, use a stiff brush with plain water. Dirt packed in the paint job causes this, Pontiac will corrode quickly and may damage the paint finish and tires. Larger areas of the frame should be corrected in the finish should be... other debris can collect. Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in your dealer's body and paint shop. 6-53 Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for you. If these materials from the underbody with a tire cleaner. Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can do...
Owner's Manual
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... refrigerant is used. Wheel Nut Torque ...100 lb-ft (140 N·m) Windshield Washer Fluid ...1 gallon (0.37 L) *See Air Conditioning Refrigerants later in this section. Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Filter ...AC Type A-1208C Passenger Compartment Air Filter (2) ...52482929 Engine Oil Filter ...PF47 Spark Plugs ...AC Type 41-940 Gap: 0.060...
... refrigerant is used. Wheel Nut Torque ...100 lb-ft (140 N·m) Windshield Washer Fluid ...1 gallon (0.37 L) *See Air Conditioning Refrigerants later in this section. Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Filter ...AC Type A-1208C Passenger Compartment Air Filter (2) ...52482929 Engine Oil Filter ...PF47 Spark Plugs ...AC Type 41-940 Gap: 0.060...
Owner's Manual
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yellowblue Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. 7-2 7-4 7-8 7-22 Introduction Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-30 7-34 7-35 7-37 Part B: Owner Checks and Services Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Part E: Maintenance Record 7- 7-1
yellowblue Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. 7-2 7-4 7-8 7-22 Introduction Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-30 7-34 7-35 7-37 Part B: Owner Checks and Services Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Part E: Maintenance Record 7- 7-1