Owner's Manual
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... audio system. It 1-1 2-1 3-1 and This section tells you how to contact Pontiac for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. can use . Index ... 9-1 i The 1996 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual ...FeaturesandControls ...This section explainshow to start and operate your seats and... alphabetical listingof almost every subject in this manual. It also gives you how to read. This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. ... ...M a i n t e n a n c e s c h e d u l e ...This section tells ...
... audio system. It 1-1 2-1 3-1 and This section tells you how to contact Pontiac for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. can use . Index ... 9-1 i The 1996 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual ...FeaturesandControls ...This section explainshow to start and operate your seats and... alphabetical listingof almost every subject in this manual. It also gives you how to read. This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. ... ...M a i n t e n a n c e s c h e d u l e ...This section tells ...
Owner's Manual
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... on the right frontpassenger's safety belt.' . ,.. \ . . : \- If 'you're too close to aninflating air bag, it could seriously injure you if there is an electrical problem.
... on the right frontpassenger's safety belt.' . ,.. \ . . : \- If 'you're too close to aninflating air bag, it could seriously injure you if there is an electrical problem.
Owner's Manual
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...bag modulesand air possibly other breathing trouble.To avoid this, everyone the in vehicle should never be it is This dust could cause breathing problems for your to severe frontalor near -frontal collisions. Some components of collisions, including rollovers, rear impacts and side hpacts, prirndybecause an occupant... €or your a r i bag system.If y0u don't get out of the bag that comes into contact with you have breathing problems but will not preventthe driver from seeing or from leaving the vehicle. What will be hot for a short time. When an air bag inflates...
...bag modulesand air possibly other breathing trouble.To avoid this, everyone the in vehicle should never be it is This dust could cause breathing problems for your to severe frontalor near -frontal collisions. Some components of collisions, including rollovers, rear impacts and side hpacts, prirndybecause an occupant... €or your a r i bag system.If y0u don't get out of the bag that comes into contact with you have breathing problems but will not preventthe driver from seeing or from leaving the vehicle. What will be hot for a short time. When an air bag inflates...
Owner's Manual
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... theft-deterrent system. to But what if you have to leaveyour ignition key? Put your valuablesin a storage area,l i e your Pontiac dealer service. e Then take your vehicle? If after the engine is running, a problem been detected and the system has may need not service. Passlock is disabled. What if you have to check...
... theft-deterrent system. to But what if you have to leaveyour ignition key? Put your valuablesin a storage area,l i e your Pontiac dealer service. e Then take your vehicle? If after the engine is running, a problem been detected and the system has may need not service. Passlock is disabled. What if you have to check...
Owner's Manual
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... whenyou release it . If the arrows don't go on at twice the normal rate, a signal bulb may if the Daytime Running Lights ( D m ) system is experiencing a problem or a headlamp is finished, the lever will be out. When the high beams are on, this blue light on the instrument panel also will return...
... whenyou release it . If the arrows don't go on at twice the normal rate, a signal bulb may if the Daytime Running Lights ( D m ) system is experiencing a problem or a headlamp is finished, the lever will be out. When the high beams are on, this blue light on the instrument panel also will return...
Owner's Manual
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... from injury. Warning ,Lights,Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gagesthat may be a problem, check the section that something is a may be or is a problem with your vehicle's functions. Tachometer The tachometer shows your vehicle.The pictures willhelp you locate them. When oneof...the start engine just to do repairs can signal that tells you what to let you know when there's a problem with one of the gages shows there may problem with this section, you should not be alarmed when this manual's advice. Often gages and warning lights work ...
... from injury. Warning ,Lights,Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gagesthat may be a problem, check the section that something is a may be or is a problem with your vehicle's functions. Tachometer The tachometer shows your vehicle.The pictures willhelp you locate them. When oneof...the start engine just to do repairs can signal that tells you what to let you know when there's a problem with one of the gages shows there may problem with this section, you should not be alarmed when this manual's advice. Often gages and warning lights work ...
Owner's Manual
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... you if there is an air bag readiness light the instrument on panel, which shows AIR BAG. Air Bag Readiness Light There is an electrical problem.The system check includes the air bag sensor, thebag modules, air the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. Safety Belt Reminder Light When...
... you if there is an air bag readiness light the instrument on panel, which shows AIR BAG. Air Bag Readiness Light There is an electrical problem.The system check includes the air bag sensor, thebag modules, air the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. Safety Belt Reminder Light When...
Owner's Manual
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... light is on could be a brake problem. Charging System Indicator Light The charging system indicator light will be ready to the floor, It may take longer stop. I - 1 This light should go out. . 1 Brake System Warning Light Your Pontiac's hydraulic brake systemis divided into two parts.... may have a problem with the on, be light certain to turn off the road and stop need bothparts workmg well. Haveyour brake ...
... light is on could be a brake problem. Charging System Indicator Light The charging system indicator light will be ready to the floor, It may take longer stop. I - 1 This light should go out. . 1 Brake System Warning Light Your Pontiac's hydraulic brake systemis divided into two parts.... may have a problem with the on, be light certain to turn off the road and stop need bothparts workmg well. Haveyour brake ...
Owner's Manual
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... on when you 're driving, stop soon as possible &. Then start your regular brakes. Driving is brakes and there's a problem with the brake system warning lighlt on if your Pontiac needs service. The If the light stays on, turn theignition off the road and stopped carefully, have anti-lock is with... your engine and it means youhave a brake problem. Or, the light on as light will stay on can lead to ...
... on when you 're driving, stop soon as possible &. Then start your regular brakes. Driving is brakes and there's a problem with the brake system warning lighlt on if your Pontiac needs service. The If the light stays on, turn theignition off the road and stopped carefully, have anti-lock is with... your engine and it means youhave a brake problem. Or, the light on as light will stay on can lead to ...
Owner's Manual
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...should go off by pressing the button on as you if there's a problem. The anti-lock brake system warning should come light on afteryour parking brake is fully released, it means there...'s a problem with system. If you turn the ignition key to warn you 'redriving, there on then...System and your driving accordingly. Adjust your vehicle may be readyto warn you start the engine. the system is a problem. ! If the light doesn't come on then, have it fixed so it willbe ready to RUN. the OFF...
...should go off by pressing the button on as you if there's a problem. The anti-lock brake system warning should come light on afteryour parking brake is fully released, it means there...'s a problem with system. If you turn the ignition key to warn you 'redriving, there on then...System and your driving accordingly. Adjust your vehicle may be readyto warn you start the engine. the system is a problem. ! If the light doesn't come on then, have it fixed so it willbe ready to RUN. the OFF...
Owner's Manual
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... coolant temperature. If you havebeen operating your vehicleand turn RUN. Slippery road conditions may exist the if Enhanced Traction System active light comes on . In "Problems on briefly when you the ignition key to do. LOW TRAC The light will be there to the right the gage when the of gage...
... coolant temperature. If you havebeen operating your vehicleand turn RUN. Slippery road conditions may exist the if Enhanced Traction System active light comes on . In "Problems on briefly when you the ignition key to do. LOW TRAC The light will be there to the right the gage when the of gage...
Owner's Manual
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... Coolant" in theIndex before opening thehood. .>. : . ; . ' ,. '? This system is called OBD I1 (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is replaced by the system beforeany problem is apparent, whichmay prevent more serious damage to your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction. . . . : i . ,, : . d . , . .? .< . . ...Index. , . I ! 1 environment. ( nCanada, OBD 1 is intended to I . I' CHECK 0 Your Pontiac is equipped with acomputer which monitors operationof the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. If there are at acceptable levels ...
... Coolant" in theIndex before opening thehood. .>. : . ; . ' ,. '? This system is called OBD I1 (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is replaced by the system beforeany problem is apparent, whichmay prevent more serious damage to your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction. . . . : i . ,, : . d . , . .? .< . . ...Index. , . I ! 1 environment. ( nCanada, OBD 1 is intended to I . I' CHECK 0 Your Pontiac is equipped with acomputer which monitors operationof the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. If there are at acceptable levels ...
Owner's Manual
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... turn have developed. It will take a few driving trips should correctthis fuel If none of If so, be sure to any mechanical or electrical fix problems that may go away once the engine is warmed up , stalling when you use. Are you recently changed brands fuel? Your dealer has the proper...
... turn have developed. It will take a few driving trips should correctthis fuel If none of If so, be sure to any mechanical or electrical fix problems that may go away once the engine is warmed up , stalling when you use. Are you recently changed brands fuel? Your dealer has the proper...
Owner's Manual
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...blink and off. Haveit fixed right away. it The oil light could havesome on other oil problem. If you turn the ignition toSTART. I NOTICE: Damage to your engine fromneglected oil problems can be costly and is not going through your engine quickly enough to keep drivingif the oil... pressure islow. The engine could be burned. Oil Pressure Light If you have a problem with the ignition on, you are driving. In addition, on if you it lubricated. 0 On four cylinder engines, when engine is normal. ....
...blink and off. Haveit fixed right away. it The oil light could havesome on other oil problem. If you turn the ignition toSTART. I NOTICE: Damage to your engine fromneglected oil problems can be costly and is not going through your engine quickly enough to keep drivingif the oil... pressure islow. The engine could be burned. Oil Pressure Light If you have a problem with the ignition on, you are driving. In addition, on if you it lubricated. 0 On four cylinder engines, when engine is normal. ....
Owner's Manual
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...light will come on briefly when you turn off the ignition. J The gage doesn't go back toEMPTY (E) when you should see "Passlock" of these show a problem with Passlock It takes a little more the tank was half full, but you turn the key towards the START position. At the service station,the...moves alittle when youturn a, corner or speed up than half the tank's capacity to start, see your in the Index. For example,the gage may a problem with fuel gage: your dealer. The light will not be the stays on, there may have indicated and you have a little fuel left , when ...
...light will come on briefly when you turn off the ignition. J The gage doesn't go back toEMPTY (E) when you should see "Passlock" of these show a problem with Passlock It takes a little more the tank was half full, but you turn the key towards the START position. At the service station,the...moves alittle when youturn a, corner or speed up than half the tank's capacity to start, see your in the Index. For example,the gage may a problem with fuel gage: your dealer. The light will not be the stays on, there may have indicated and you have a little fuel left , when ...
Owner's Manual
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... NEXT or SEEK operation. Hold the tape with the open end down arrow to turn right hub the counterclockwise with a pencil. The sound is a communication problem between the cassette mechanism and radio. E12: There is muted during PREV or SEEK operation. the PREV (1):Press this button reduce background noise. REV (5): Press...
... NEXT or SEEK operation. Hold the tape with the open end down arrow to turn right hub the counterclockwise with a pencil. The sound is a communication problem between the cassette mechanism and radio. E12: There is muted during PREV or SEEK operation. the PREV (1):Press this button reduce background noise. REV (5): Press...
Owner's Manual
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... it depends on each had 1-1/2 ounces (45 population -- Although it 'has taken the drinker to Police recordsshow that anyone needs to solve this highway safety problem is some estimates, nearly half the adult BAC by drinking three 4-ounce(120 ml) glassesof wine or three mixed drinks if each person and situation...
... it depends on each had 1-1/2 ounces (45 population -- Although it 'has taken the drinker to Police recordsshow that anyone needs to solve this highway safety problem is some estimates, nearly half the adult BAC by drinking three 4-ounce(120 ml) glassesof wine or three mixed drinks if each person and situation...
Owner's Manual
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... shift on any timeby pressing at ' the button again. See ice away. You can turnthe system back on lever knob. ~~~ When you know if there's a problem with the system. go When this warning light will comeon to let you turn the system Off if . If the conditions, youshouldalwaysleave the EnhancedEnhancedTractionSystem is...
... shift on any timeby pressing at ' the button again. See ice away. You can turnthe system back on lever knob. ~~~ When you know if there's a problem with the system. go When this warning light will comeon to let you turn the system Off if . If the conditions, youshouldalwaysleave the EnhancedEnhancedTractionSystem is...
Owner's Manual
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... and acceleration have the Enhanced Traction System and the system is better to remove as much of you can avoid these . Steering in Your Pontiac can perform very well emergencies like adjust your speed.Of course, the posted spe,eds are straight ahead. 1 : Try to adjust your speed... stop by in What should in Emergencies 1 There are outof the curve,and then accelerate gently into the straightaway. 4-11 there isn't room. problem. to theleft or If you need toreduce your speed as you have to go slower. Then you approach a right depending on the space available....
... and acceleration have the Enhanced Traction System and the system is better to remove as much of you can avoid these . Steering in Your Pontiac can perform very well emergencies like adjust your speed.Of course, the posted spe,eds are straight ahead. 1 : Try to adjust your speed... stop by in What should in Emergencies 1 There are outof the curve,and then accelerate gently into the straightaway. 4-11 there isn't room. problem. to theleft or If you need toreduce your speed as you have to go slower. Then you approach a right depending on the space available....
Owner's Manual
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... to these conditions. While driving on ice the road to make a "mirrored surface"-- such as enough water, or packed snow on a surface with night vision problems, or byfatigue. and slow Night drivingis more limited. reason is that some drivers are likely to the slide. If you 'll on surfaces because stopping...
... to these conditions. While driving on ice the road to make a "mirrored surface"-- such as enough water, or packed snow on a surface with night vision problems, or byfatigue. and slow Night drivingis more limited. reason is that some drivers are likely to the slide. If you 'll on surfaces because stopping...