Owner's Manual
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... how to start and operate your Pontiac running properly and looking good. Here the manual tells you how to keep your Pontiac. Maintenanceschedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use your audio system. 1-1 2-1 3-1 4-1 YourDrivingandtheRoad Here you'll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions. CustomerAssistanceInformation This...
... how to start and operate your Pontiac running properly and looking good. Here the manual tells you how to keep your Pontiac. Maintenanceschedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use your audio system. 1-1 2-1 3-1 4-1 YourDrivingandtheRoad Here you'll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions. CustomerAssistanceInformation This...
Owner's Manual
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... and driver's safety belt usage at deployment. Your Pontiac dealer and the Grand Prix Service Manual have information about the readiness of the air bag system in steering wheel or both the air the bag moduleand the instrument panel for the driver's or the right front passenger's air bag, they may haveto replace the air bag module in several places around your Pontiac should be injured if you damage the cover for...
... and driver's safety belt usage at deployment. Your Pontiac dealer and the Grand Prix Service Manual have information about the readiness of the air bag system in steering wheel or both the air the bag moduleand the instrument panel for the driver's or the right front passenger's air bag, they may haveto replace the air bag module in several places around your Pontiac should be injured if you damage the cover for...
Owner's Manual
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... Canadian Owner'sManual Safety Belt Supplement. A child in this "Securing a Child Restraint in thissection... . , 8, : . .," .. -._ a 1 . , - ' ~, I ., I ,Q .~ ..#. Always secure a rearfacing child restraint in the Right Front Seat Position(2-Door Models) Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. It comes with every new vehicle first sold , when new, in Canada? (If it was, a sticker on the driver's door will say "conformsto all applicable Canada motor vehicle ..." etc...
... Canadian Owner'sManual Safety Belt Supplement. A child in this "Securing a Child Restraint in thissection... . , 8, : . .," .. -._ a 1 . , - ' ~, I ., I ,Q .~ ..#. Always secure a rearfacing child restraint in the Right Front Seat Position(2-Door Models) Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. It comes with every new vehicle first sold , when new, in Canada? (If it was, a sticker on the driver's door will say "conformsto all applicable Canada motor vehicle ..." etc...
Owner's Manual
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...time. @ What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, , but of a a er four-door model, see "Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides" in the center seat positio~ onethat has only a lap belt. the child is so small that the If shoulder belt is so small that belts provide. hs Here two childrenare wearing the same belt...toward the center the vehicle, but the child is still very close tothe child's faceor neck? The In a belt can be sure that the shoulder belt still i on the child's s shoulder, so that in,a crash 'the child's upper body would.have the restraint that the shoulder belt i s...
...time. @ What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, , but of a a er four-door model, see "Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides" in the center seat positio~ onethat has only a lap belt. the child is so small that the If shoulder belt is so small that belts provide. hs Here two childrenare wearing the same belt...toward the center the vehicle, but the child is still very close tothe child's faceor neck? The In a belt can be sure that the shoulder belt still i on the child's s shoulder, so that in,a crash 'the child's upper body would.have the restraint that the shoulder belt i s...
Owner's Manual
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NOTICE: Don't try to shift to PARK (P) if'your ignition key to display some of your warning and indicator lights. : Starting Your Engine Move your shift leverto PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your Pontiac is moving , use RUN to START. none of the key.The idle speed will sound if you turn the steering wheel left and right while you open the driver's door when theignition is in the OFF...
NOTICE: Don't try to shift to PARK (P) if'your ignition key to display some of your warning and indicator lights. : Starting Your Engine Move your shift leverto PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your Pontiac is moving , use RUN to START. none of the key.The idle speed will sound if you turn the steering wheel left and right while you open the driver's door when theignition is in the OFF...
Owner's Manual
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... for normal driving, but it seemsnot to.sMft gears s you go faster, something may be wrong with transaxle system a ,sensor.If you vehicle has overdrive, DRIVE (D) is the overdrive position. and you are some times you need more power and lower fuel economy than 35 mph (55 km/h), push your vehicle serviced right away. Going about halfway down . When towing a trailer, so there...
... for normal driving, but it seemsnot to.sMft gears s you go faster, something may be wrong with transaxle system a ,sensor.If you vehicle has overdrive, DRIVE (D) is the overdrive position. and you are some times you need more power and lower fuel economy than 35 mph (55 km/h), push your vehicle serviced right away. Going about halfway down . When towing a trailer, so there...
Owner's Manual
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... if you have vehicle push yours a little uphill to NEUTRAL (N). 4. try this: 1 . Then move the shift lever out of PARK (P) before you leave the driver's seat. Shift to take some of the pressure from PARK (P) when the ignition is called "torque lock." To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P), . You must fully applyyour regular brakes beforeyou can . Release the ...shift lever button if...
... if you have vehicle push yours a little uphill to NEUTRAL (N). 4. try this: 1 . Then move the shift lever out of PARK (P) before you leave the driver's seat. Shift to take some of the pressure from PARK (P) when the ignition is called "torque lock." To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P), . You must fully applyyour regular brakes beforeyou can . Release the ...shift lever button if...
Owner's Manual
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... Slippery road conditions may exist if this manual shows what to help avoid a braking skid, the anti-lock brake system active light will come ,son briefly when you should pull off the road,stop your engine coolant, has overheated oryour radiator c-ooling€an is not working...' f In "Problems on the Road," this light comes on then, have been operatmg your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you turn o f the engine as...
... Slippery road conditions may exist if this manual shows what to help avoid a braking skid, the anti-lock brake system active light will come ,son briefly when you should pull off the road,stop your engine coolant, has overheated oryour radiator c-ooling€an is not working...' f In "Problems on the Road," this light comes on then, have been operatmg your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you turn o f the engine as...
Owner's Manual
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...fuel gage: At the servicestation, the pump shuts off before the gage reads FULL ( ' . Fuel Gage Your fuel gage tells you about . If you're driving and the light comes on and remains on, your PASS-Key 1 system is not working prop,erly. 1 Your vehicle is too duty or wet for the PAS$-Key... fuel to fill up . 2-56- Here are normal and do not show a problem with your dealer. The gage moves a little when you turn a corneror speed up than half ,the tank's capacity to fill it. Security Light This light will also come on when you turnthe key to START and stay on until the vehicle starts....
...fuel gage: At the servicestation, the pump shuts off before the gage reads FULL ( ' . Fuel Gage Your fuel gage tells you about . If you're driving and the light comes on and remains on, your PASS-Key 1 system is not working prop,erly. 1 Your vehicle is too duty or wet for the PAS$-Key... fuel to fill up . 2-56- Here are normal and do not show a problem with your dealer. The gage moves a little when you turn a corneror speed up than half ,the tank's capacity to fill it. Security Light This light will also come on when you turnthe key to START and stay on until the vehicle starts....
Owner's Manual
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... the vehicle when the air conditioning fan is needed,use it to help your to lower body. See "Engine Coolant Heater" in outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is running. You may notbe warm enough. An engine coolant heater warms the coolantyour engine and heating system use FLOOR with A/C the temperatureknob set for comfort and press the button once (theindicator light will come on ). To turn off the air conditioning, press...
... the vehicle when the air conditioning fan is needed,use it to help your to lower body. See "Engine Coolant Heater" in outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is running. You may notbe warm enough. An engine coolant heater warms the coolantyour engine and heating system use FLOOR with A/C the temperatureknob set for comfort and press the button once (theindicator light will come on ). To turn off the air conditioning, press...
Owner's Manual
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... problem may decide not to lift the hood but see if the warning stops. Turn off your vehicle right away. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your air conditioner. 2. Idle for a minute or so: 1. But then, if you still have the overheat warning, you 're in traffic. otherwise, shift to full hot at the highest fan un speed and open the window as...
... problem may decide not to lift the hood but see if the warning stops. Turn off your vehicle right away. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your air conditioner. 2. Idle for a minute or so: 1. But then, if you still have the overheat warning, you 're in traffic. otherwise, shift to full hot at the highest fan un speed and open the window as...
Owner's Manual
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..., brake pads for wear. 6-29 Brake Adjustment I NOTICE: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could lead to an accident. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that sooner or lateryour brakes won't work well.That could result in costly brake repair. The sound may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are necessary to GM specifications. This could be replaced as complete axle sets. Some driving conditions...
..., brake pads for wear. 6-29 Brake Adjustment I NOTICE: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could lead to an accident. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that sooner or lateryour brakes won't work well.That could result in costly brake repair. The sound may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are necessary to GM specifications. This could be replaced as complete axle sets. Some driving conditions...
Owner's Manual
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... your vehicle. I :* ;:!.i i It's all wheels. The tires installed on all right to drive with that are the same size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your vehicle. Buying New Tires To find out what lund and size of tires you could causeyou to have crash. If ,youmix tires of different sizes or types (radial andbias-belted tires),the vehicle maynot handle properly...
... your vehicle. I :* ;:!.i i It's all wheels. The tires installed on all right to drive with that are the same size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your vehicle. Buying New Tires To find out what lund and size of tires you could causeyou to have crash. If ,youmix tires of different sizes or types (radial andbias-belted tires),the vehicle maynot handle properly...
Owner's Manual
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...Interior Ashtray ...194 Center Instrument Cluster ...161,194,194R Courtesy Dome ...561 Door ...562 or 212-2 194 Instrument Panel ...194 GloveBox ...Heater and Air Conditioning Control ...T- 1.O, T- 1.5 High-BeamIndicator ...161 Instrument Cluster Indicator ...PC 161 Luggage Compartment ...920 Reading Dome ...Inside Rearview Mirror ...192 Rear Seat ... Cooling System Including Reservoir 3.1L (Code M) ...11.6 quarts (10.93 L) 3.4L (Code X) ...12.3 q g m i11.65 L) Refrigerant (R-l34a),Air Conditioning* ...2.0 pounds (0.9 1 kg) Turn Signal Indicator . . Capacities and Specifications Automatic...
...Interior Ashtray ...194 Center Instrument Cluster ...161,194,194R Courtesy Dome ...561 Door ...562 or 212-2 194 Instrument Panel ...194 GloveBox ...Heater and Air Conditioning Control ...T- 1.O, T- 1.5 High-BeamIndicator ...161 Instrument Cluster Indicator ...PC 161 Luggage Compartment ...920 Reading Dome ...Inside Rearview Mirror ...192 Rear Seat ... Cooling System Including Reservoir 3.1L (Code M) ...11.6 quarts (10.93 L) 3.4L (Code X) ...12.3 q g m i11.65 L) Refrigerant (R-l34a),Air Conditioning* ...2.0 pounds (0.9 1 kg) Turn Signal Indicator . . Capacities and Specifications Automatic...
Owner's Manual
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Replace filter if necessary. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE ~ SERVICED BY: _ _ _ ~ 7-8 An Emission Control Service. 15,000 Miles (25 00.0km) Cl Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whicheyer occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate steering ball joints (or every 6 months, whichever occurs'first). 0Inspect air cleaner filter if you 'are driving in dusty conditions. 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Replace filter if necessary. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE ~ SERVICED BY: _ _ _ ~ 7-8 An Emission Control Service. 15,000 Miles (25 00.0km) Cl Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whicheyer occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate steering ball joints (or every 6 months, whichever occurs'first). 0Inspect air cleaner filter if you 'are driving in dusty conditions. 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Owner's Manual
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... appropriate GM service manual for freedom of movement. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-16 Lubricate steering ball joints (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). 0Rotate tires. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for proper caliper service procedures. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. An Emission Control Service. 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) 17 Change engine oil and filter (or...
... appropriate GM service manual for freedom of movement. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-16 Lubricate steering ball joints (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). 0Rotate tires. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for proper caliper service procedures. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. An Emission Control Service. 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) 17 Change engine oil and filter (or...
Owner's Manual
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... Maintenance Schedule Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect engine accessory drivebelt. An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel cap gasket for damage or leaks. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for any damage. Replace parts as needed. DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED BY: I I 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 17 Lubricate steering ball joints (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service...
... Maintenance Schedule Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect engine accessory drivebelt. An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel cap gasket for damage or leaks. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for any damage. Replace parts as needed. DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED BY: I I 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 17 Lubricate steering ball joints (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service...
Owner's Manual
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An Emission Control Service. ! 0Change engine oil and filter (or every c Lubricate steering ball joints (or every ] 6 months, whichever occurs first). 0Rotate tires. 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). During tire rotation, check brake calipers for proper rotation pattern and additional information. An Emission Control Sewice. 66,000 Miles '(110000 km) 3 months, whichever occurs first). See "Tire Inspection and...
An Emission Control Service. ! 0Change engine oil and filter (or every c Lubricate steering ball joints (or every ] 6 months, whichever occurs first). 0Rotate tires. 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). During tire rotation, check brake calipers for proper rotation pattern and additional information. An Emission Control Sewice. 66,000 Miles '(110000 km) 3 months, whichever occurs first). See "Tire Inspection and...
Owner's Manual
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... Control Service. 0Lubricate steering ball joints (or every 6 months, whichever occursfirst). 0Rotate tires. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for proper rotation pattern and additional information. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for freedom of movement. DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED BY: DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED BY: , Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 0Replace air cleaner filter...
... Control Service. 0Lubricate steering ball joints (or every 6 months, whichever occursfirst). 0Rotate tires. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for proper rotation pattern and additional information. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for freedom of movement. DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED BY: DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED BY: , Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 0Replace air cleaner filter...
Owner's Manual
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...'s service jobs. Check parking brake adjustment. Look for instance, each spring and fall), You should be performed at once. Steering?Suspension aprd Rront-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for surface condition. Proper procedures to have your brakes inspected more often ifyour driving habits or conditions result in aPontiac Service Manual. Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect disc brake pads...
...'s service jobs. Check parking brake adjustment. Look for instance, each spring and fall), You should be performed at once. Steering?Suspension aprd Rront-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for surface condition. Proper procedures to have your brakes inspected more often ifyour driving habits or conditions result in aPontiac Service Manual. Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect disc brake pads...