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... explain things quickly. ~ Part 1 - We've also included ordering information for the hearing and speech impaired), as well as a flat tire or engine overheating, etc. Parts 1-8: Each part of this manual so begins with a brief list of this part. Your Driving and the Road: Here you...you need is a quick referenceof service information. Maintenance Schedule: This parttells when to perform vehicle maintenance and what you how to operate your Pontiac running properly and looking good. Service Station Information:This is the Index in back of all that's in this manual. It's an ...
... explain things quickly. ~ Part 1 - We've also included ordering information for the hearing and speech impaired), as well as a flat tire or engine overheating, etc. Parts 1-8: Each part of this manual so begins with a brief list of this part. Your Driving and the Road: Here you...you need is a quick referenceof service information. Maintenance Schedule: This parttells when to perform vehicle maintenance and what you how to operate your Pontiac running properly and looking good. Service Station Information:This is the Index in back of all that's in this manual. It's an ...
Owner's Manual
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How to Use This Manual Rear Window Defogger Ventilating Fan Y These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Low Coolant Here are some other symbols may see: you m Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Charging System Bi-Le vel 1-7 Hatchnrunk Release a Vent Hood Release Fuel Engine Oil Pressure Brake (Canada) Lighter Heater Blend w, Horn (0) (8) Speaker Anti-Lock Brake System (Canada) Convertible Top Switch ...6
How to Use This Manual Rear Window Defogger Ventilating Fan Y These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Low Coolant Here are some other symbols may see: you m Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Charging System Bi-Le vel 1-7 Hatchnrunk Release a Vent Hood Release Fuel Engine Oil Pressure Brake (Canada) Lighter Heater Blend w, Horn (0) (8) Speaker Anti-Lock Brake System (Canada) Convertible Top Switch ...6
Owner's Manual
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Part 2 Features & Controls Keys ...Door Locks ...Theft and Theft Deterrents ...NewVehicle "Break-In" ...Ignitionswitch ...Starting Your Engine ...Automatic Transmission ...ManualTransmission ...Limited-Slip Rear Axle ...Parking ...EngineExhaust ...Windows ...Horn ...Tiltwheel ...The Turn Signal/Headlight Beam Lever ......79 H e r e you have a problem. and what to doif you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Pontiac.And information on starting. SO 83 85 85 89 98 41 ... shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel andthe warning systems...
Part 2 Features & Controls Keys ...Door Locks ...Theft and Theft Deterrents ...NewVehicle "Break-In" ...Ignitionswitch ...Starting Your Engine ...Automatic Transmission ...ManualTransmission ...Limited-Slip Rear Axle ...Parking ...EngineExhaust ...Windows ...Horn ...Tiltwheel ...The Turn Signal/Headlight Beam Lever ......79 H e r e you have a problem. and what to doif you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Pontiac.And information on starting. SO 83 85 85 89 98 41 ... shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel andthe warning systems...
Owner's Manual
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... your vehicle, it shuts down the vehicle's starter and fuel systems. For about three minutes, the starter won't work and fuel won't go to the engine. Parking Lots: If you don't have to do mything different to arm or disarm the iystem.
... your vehicle, it shuts down the vehicle's starter and fuel systems. For about three minutes, the starter won't work and fuel won't go to the engine. Parking Lots: If you don't have to do mything different to arm or disarm the iystem.
Owner's Manual
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.... and must be dirty or wet. minutes and try to the fuses (see your engine on Breakers" in . See your Pontiac Clean and dry the key. The security light will flash. Features and Controls Faulty. If the engine does "SECURITY'' light comes on and stays not start the vehicle, the if you... stays on during this "brealung-in the long run you 're ever driving and the engine may be clean and dry before trying another ignition key. Turn the system, however, is not protected by your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key@II to wait three minutes before...
.... and must be dirty or wet. minutes and try to the fuses (see your engine on Breakers" in . See your Pontiac Clean and dry the key. The security light will flash. Features and Controls Faulty. If the engine does "SECURITY'' light comes on and stays not start the vehicle, the if you... stays on during this "brealung-in the long run you 're ever driving and the engine may be clean and dry before trying another ignition key. Turn the system, however, is not protected by your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key@II to wait three minutes before...
Owner's Manual
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..."Run" for normal the top of the ignition lock. 51 . . Run (D): Position to switch, you can 't be pushed or towed. But even when the engine is in "Off" and the keyis in the " P ' (Park) position. If you have a e lanual transmission, your vehicle must press le button before ... you can remove the key. LOCK (B): The only position in the ignition your electrical power accessories and to which Note that even if the engine is running , you have an automatic transmission,tht: I ignition switch can turn the switch tofive display some instrument panel warning positions: and indicator...
..."Run" for normal the top of the ignition lock. 51 . . Run (D): Position to switch, you can 't be pushed or towed. But even when the engine is in "Off" and the keyis in the " P ' (Park) position. If you have a e lanual transmission, your vehicle must press le button before ... you can remove the key. LOCK (B): The only position in the ignition your electrical power accessories and to which Note that even if the engine is running , you have an automatic transmission,tht: I ignition switch can turn the switch tofive display some instrument panel warning positions: and indicator...
Owner's Manual
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... to "P" (Park) if your Pontiac is moving , use these accessories will work up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is all the way down as your power door locks, electric mirrors, power windows, audio system and remote hatch release will continue to "Start." When the engine starts, let go down - that...
... to "P" (Park) if your Pontiac is moving , use these accessories will work up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is all the way down as your power door locks, electric mirrors, power windows, audio system and remote hatch release will continue to "Start." When the engine starts, let go down - that...
Owner's Manual
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...Holding your key in "Start" for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your batteryto be drained much sooner.. If your engine won't start your VS engine: 1. Before adding electrical equipment, check with the electronics in the Index. If you the key in "Start" for about 15 seconds... injection system operates. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in your vehicle. And the excessive heat can damage your battery to work with your engine might not perform properly. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops), it without damaging your vehicle. Holding your key in "Start"...
...Holding your key in "Start" for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your batteryto be drained much sooner.. If your engine won't start your VS engine: 1. Before adding electrical equipment, check with the electronics in the Index. If you the key in "Start" for about 15 seconds... injection system operates. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in your vehicle. And the excessive heat can damage your battery to work with your engine might not perform properly. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops), it without damaging your vehicle. Holding your key in "Start"...
Owner's Manual
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... mode to the floor and holding it there. For general driving conditions, use the normal mode.It will then remain in "PERFORMANCE' mode until your engine has run for a while. 2. The switch will remain in normal unless you may choose the "PERFORM, mode. With yourfoot off , when it......54 The light in the center of the key. For a firmer shift and increased performance, you select the "PERFORM" feature. If your engine still won't start the engine, the switch will light up when selected. Use the accelerator pedal to "Start" and hold the keyin "Start" for about three seconds....
... mode to the floor and holding it there. For general driving conditions, use the normal mode.It will then remain in "PERFORMANCE' mode until your engine has run for a while. 2. The switch will remain in normal unless you may choose the "PERFORM, mode. With yourfoot off , when it......54 The light in the center of the key. For a firmer shift and increased performance, you select the "PERFORM" feature. If your engine still won't start the engine, the switch will light up when selected. Use the accelerator pedal to "Start" and hold the keyin "Start" for about three seconds....
Owner's Manual
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...traction Pthen the road surface is slippery and is in a minimum of four hours prior to turnoff this feature. t 3 move. Turn off the engine. 2. FYhenever you don't, it into a normal, grounded . 110-volt outlet. Usually, the coolant heater should be damaged. 55. If you...You'll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. NOTICE: After you are starting on ice or other S lippery surfaces. Engine Coolant Heater (Engine Block Heater) (OPTION) In very cold weather, 0°F (- 18 "C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. TRANSMISSION START INDEEAR@ L ...
...traction Pthen the road surface is slippery and is in a minimum of four hours prior to turnoff this feature. t 3 move. Turn off the engine. 2. FYhenever you don't, it into a normal, grounded . 110-volt outlet. Usually, the coolant heater should be damaged. 55. If you...You'll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. NOTICE: After you are starting on ice or other S lippery surfaces. Engine Coolant Heater (Engine Block Heater) (OPTION) In very cold weather, 0°F (- 18 "C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. TRANSMISSION START INDEEAR@ L ...
Owner's Manual
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... everything here, we ask that particular area. The answer depends on the weather, the kindof oil you start your engine because your vehicle can give you the best advice for that you contact a Pontiac dealer in ? P (Park) This locks your shift lever. Insteadof trying to use when you have, and some other...
... everything here, we ask that particular area. The answer depends on the weather, the kindof oil you start your engine because your vehicle can give you the best advice for that you contact a Pontiac dealer in ? P (Park) This locks your shift lever. Insteadof trying to use when you have, and some other...
Owner's Manual
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... cannot shift out of "P" (Park) or "N" (Neutral) with the wheels. T rock your vehicle back and o forth to fully apply your engine doesn't :onnect with the engine racing isn't covered by shifting out of "P' (Park), ease pressure on models as you maintain brake application. n @ N (Neutral) [n this... before moving , use " N ' when your transmission, see "Stuck: [n Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow, If You're" I the Index. Your Pontiac hasa brake-transmission shift interlock.You have to get out of "P" (Park)" in this position, your regular brakes before you wish. (Press the shift lever...
... cannot shift out of "P" (Park) or "N" (Neutral) with the wheels. T rock your vehicle back and o forth to fully apply your engine doesn't :onnect with the engine racing isn't covered by shifting out of "P' (Park), ease pressure on models as you maintain brake application. n @ N (Neutral) [n this... before moving , use " N ' when your transmission, see "Stuck: [n Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow, If You're" I the Index. Your Pontiac hasa brake-transmission shift interlock.You have to get out of "P" (Park)" in this position, your regular brakes before you wish. (Press the shift lever...
Owner's Manual
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... (Second Gear) for normal driving. It can damage your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. Don't drive in deep snow or mud. a Maximum engine speed is for more than about 35 mph you go into "2" unless you are some times you even more power far passing, and you stop... when going down a steep hill - ...58 D (ThirdGear) This is put in "I," the transmission won't shift into "P" (Park) to hold your engine. 1 (First Gear) This position gives you might happen if you would also want to use it on hills. Going less than 5 miles (8 km), or at...
... (Second Gear) for normal driving. It can damage your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. Don't drive in deep snow or mud. a Maximum engine speed is for more than about 35 mph you go into "2" unless you are some times you even more power far passing, and you stop... when going down a steep hill - ...58 D (ThirdGear) This is put in "I," the transmission won't shift into "P" (Park) to hold your engine. 1 (First Gear) This position gives you might happen if you would also want to use it on hills. Going less than 5 miles (8 km), or at...
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... . Here's how to "R" (Reverse) while your vehicle 3,4 and 5 (Third, Fourth and Fifth is moving could damage your vehicle is your vehicle. Shifting to perate your engine. your Gears) - You can shift into "3," "4" and "5" transmission. brake, for "2." Slowly let up on theaccelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. I NOTICE: I . 59 ... Shift into...
... . Here's how to "R" (Reverse) while your vehicle 3,4 and 5 (Third, Fourth and Fifth is moving could damage your vehicle is your vehicle. Shifting to perate your engine. your Gears) - You can shift into "3," "4" and "5" transmission. brake, for "2." Slowly let up on theaccelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. I NOTICE: I . 59 ... Shift into...
Owner's Manual
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... on the clutch. Six-Speed , - You can shift into "1" when you press the accelerator pedal. R (Reverse) -To back up, press down . Here's howto operate your engine. If you press the accelerator pedal. 3,4,5 and 6 (Third, Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Gears) - Then shift into "R." Let up on the accelerator pedal and press the...
... on the clutch. Six-Speed , - You can shift into "1" when you press the accelerator pedal. R (Reverse) -To back up, press down . Here's howto operate your engine. If you press the accelerator pedal. 3,4,5 and 6 (Third, Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Gears) - Then shift into "R." Let up on the accelerator pedal and press the...
Owner's Manual
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...your ignition off and wish to park your vehicle is' moving faster than3 mph. SKIP SHIFT ;kip Shift Light (5.7LLT1 Engine) Yhen this light comes on under these onditions: The engine coolant temperature is greater than 3 mph). Use "2" (Second) gear only whenyou accelerate very quickly from "1" (First) gear...176;F (77"C), You are going 15-20 mph (24-32 km/h), and You are in "4" (Fourth) gear, you come to a stop, the engine's Electronic Control Module (EGM) determines when to "4"(Fourth) gears only. Computer Aided Manual Transmission Shift Speeds: 1st to 4th 15 mph (24 km/h) 4th...
...your ignition off and wish to park your vehicle is' moving faster than3 mph. SKIP SHIFT ;kip Shift Light (5.7LLT1 Engine) Yhen this light comes on under these onditions: The engine coolant temperature is greater than 3 mph). Use "2" (Second) gear only whenyou accelerate very quickly from "1" (First) gear...176;F (77"C), You are going 15-20 mph (24-32 km/h), and You are in "4" (Fourth) gear, you come to a stop, the engine's Electronic Control Module (EGM) determines when to "4"(Fourth) gears only. Computer Aided Manual Transmission Shift Speeds: 1st to 4th 15 mph (24 km/h) 4th...
Owner's Manual
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..., you should downshift to the next lower gear. MANUAL TRANSMISSION RECOMMENDED SHIFT SPEEDS, IN MPH (km/h) Engine 3.4L L32 (Code S) 5.7L LTI (Code P) Acceleration Shift Speed 1 to2 13-1 6 (21.... ...62 You may have this feature, your speed drops below 20 mph (30 km/h), or if the engine is not running smoothly or for good performance. It works like a standard axle most the time, of but... when one gear when you downshift, or if you race the engine when you downshift, you have to downshift two or more than one of the rear wheels has no traction...
..., you should downshift to the next lower gear. MANUAL TRANSMISSION RECOMMENDED SHIFT SPEEDS, IN MPH (km/h) Engine 3.4L L32 (Code S) 5.7L LTI (Code P) Acceleration Shift Speed 1 to2 13-1 6 (21.... ...62 You may have this feature, your speed drops below 20 mph (30 km/h), or if the engine is not running smoothly or for good performance. It works like a standard axle most the time, of but... when one gear when you downshift, or if you race the engine when you downshift, you have to downshift two or more than one of the rear wheels has no traction...
Owner's Manual
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If you have to "LOCK." 4. Remove the key and take it with the Engine Running (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION) 1. Features and Controls Shifting intoP (Park) (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION) Leaving Your Vehicle with you. Hold the brake pedal down . If you can , it . ... into T" (Park) position like this: Hold in " P ' (Park). Move the shift lever into "P" (Park). ...64 Move the ignition key to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle in is "P' (Park) and your parking brake is in the button on the lever, and push the lever all the...
If you have to "LOCK." 4. Remove the key and take it with the Engine Running (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION) 1. Features and Controls Shifting intoP (Park) (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION) Leaving Your Vehicle with you. Hold the brake pedal down . If you can , it . ... into T" (Park) position like this: Hold in " P ' (Park). Move the shift lever into "P" (Park). ...64 Move the ignition key to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle in is "P' (Park) and your parking brake is in the button on the lever, and push the lever all the...
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Windows Manual Windows Use the window crank to be sure your vehicle won't move. Follow the proper steps to open and close each door window. See "Shifting Into "P"(Park)" in the Index. ,, -. 67. . Running Your Engine While You're Parked (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION) It's betternot to know. But if you 're pulling a trailer, also see "Towing a Trailer'' in the Index. [f you are parlung on a hill and if you ever have to, here are some things to park with the engine running.
Windows Manual Windows Use the window crank to be sure your vehicle won't move. Follow the proper steps to open and close each door window. See "Shifting Into "P"(Park)" in the Index. ,, -. 67. . Running Your Engine While You're Parked (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION) It's betternot to know. But if you 're pulling a trailer, also see "Towing a Trailer'' in the Index. [f you are parlung on a hill and if you ever have to, here are some things to park with the engine running.
Owner's Manual
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... will help . Gages can signal that something is a problem with one of your vehicle's functions. to cause an expensive The tachometer displays the engine speed repair or replacement. and even dangerous. save you know they're damage may be costly - Warning Lights,Gages and Indicators When one of ...of your vehcle. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you last set the trip odometer to in the red area, or engine ignition key just to let you or others from injury. Trip Odometer The trip odometer can be onyour vehicle. Please follow the manual's advice...
... will help . Gages can signal that something is a problem with one of your vehicle's functions. to cause an expensive The tachometer displays the engine speed repair or replacement. and even dangerous. save you know they're damage may be costly - Warning Lights,Gages and Indicators When one of ...of your vehcle. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you last set the trip odometer to in the red area, or engine ignition key just to let you or others from injury. Trip Odometer The trip odometer can be onyour vehicle. Please follow the manual's advice...