Owner's Manual
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...any other position -- The 8th digit of your instrument panel. (See "Vehicle Identification Number" in the Index.) Follow the proper steps to PARK (P) if your Pontiac is stopped. that 's a safety feature. Starting Your 2.2 Liter Engine 1. Press the key release button while turning the key from the ignition unless the key ...when you could damage the transaxle. Shift to LOCK. To remove the key, turn your shift lever to the floor and start if the clutch pedal is used. You will go of the key. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn the key to START. Hold the...
...any other position -- The 8th digit of your instrument panel. (See "Vehicle Identification Number" in the Index.) Follow the proper steps to PARK (P) if your Pontiac is stopped. that 's a safety feature. Starting Your 2.2 Liter Engine 1. Press the key release button while turning the key from the ignition unless the key ...when you could damage the transaxle. Shift to LOCK. To remove the key, turn your shift lever to the floor and start if the clutch pedal is used. You will go of the key. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn the key to START. Hold the...
Owner's Manual
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Manual Transaxle ' This is your transaxle: FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedaland shift into FIRST (1). If you let up on the clutch. SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you 're going less than 20 mph (32 km/h). Then, slowly let up onthe clutch pedal as you 've come to a complete stop andit's hard ...to operate your shift pattern. Press the clutch pedal back down. up on t k accekxat~ pedal & shift i-nmSE€OND (2). Tbwx, slow-ly- You ...
Manual Transaxle ' This is your transaxle: FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedaland shift into FIRST (1). If you let up on the clutch. SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you 're going less than 20 mph (32 km/h). Then, slowly let up onthe clutch pedal as you 've come to a complete stop andit's hard ...to operate your shift pattern. Press the clutch pedal back down. up on t k accekxat~ pedal & shift i-nmSE€OND (2). Tbwx, slow-ly- You ...
Owner's Manual
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... from 2, FOURTH (4) to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle. Shifting to the next higher gear for parking your vehicle is stopped. Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you should downshift to FIFTH (5) 17 mph (27 k h m) 30 rnph (48 h h / ) 39 mph (63 h h / ) 45 mph (72 b h / )... Also, use REVERSE (R), along with the parking brake, for best fuel economy. Let up , press down the clutch pedal and shift into THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) AND FIFTH ( 3 , the same way you start or idle your vehicle is not running smoothly or for SECOND(2). Acceleration...
... from 2, FOURTH (4) to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle. Shifting to the next higher gear for parking your vehicle is stopped. Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you should downshift to FIFTH (5) 17 mph (27 k h m) 30 rnph (48 h h / ) 39 mph (63 h h / ) 45 mph (72 b h / )... Also, use REVERSE (R), along with the parking brake, for best fuel economy. Let up , press down the clutch pedal and shift into THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) AND FIFTH ( 3 , the same way you start or idle your vehicle is not running smoothly or for SECOND(2). Acceleration...
Owner's Manual
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...: Cruise control can 't drive safely at a steady speed. Move the cruise control switch to . Setting Cruise Control I A CAUTION: ~ ~ ~ If you leave your brakes, or the clutch pedal, the cruise control shutsoff. So, don't use cruise control on when you're not using cruise, you can be bngerolls on slippery roads. You...
...: Cruise control can 't drive safely at a steady speed. Move the cruise control switch to . Setting Cruise Control I A CAUTION: ~ ~ ~ If you leave your brakes, or the clutch pedal, the cruise control shutsoff. So, don't use cruise control on when you're not using cruise, you can be bngerolls on slippery roads. You...
Owner's Manual
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Suppose you don't need to RIA for about half a second. This, of the lever and release it. 4. Take your cruise controlat a desired speed and then you can move the cruise control switch from ON to resetit. Once you're going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you apply the brake or clutch pedal. Resuming a Set Speed L b - 3, Pmb in the SET button at the end 'of course, shutsoff the cruise control.But you set your foot off the accelerator pedal.
Suppose you don't need to RIA for about half a second. This, of the lever and release it. 4. Take your cruise controlat a desired speed and then you can move the cruise control switch from ON to resetit. Once you're going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you apply the brake or clutch pedal. Resuming a Set Speed L b - 3, Pmb in the SET button at the end 'of course, shutsoff the cruise control.But you set your foot off the accelerator pedal.
Owner's Manual
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... lever until you reach the lower speed you want , and then release the switch. Each time you release the switch or apply the brake or clutch pedal. Hold it . Reducing Speed While UsingCruise Control There are two ways togo to the cruise control speedyou set earlier. Move the cruise switch from...
... lever until you reach the lower speed you want , and then release the switch. Each time you release the switch or apply the brake or clutch pedal. Hold it . Reducing Speed While UsingCruise Control There are two ways togo to the cruise control speedyou set earlier. Move the cruise switch from...
Owner's Manual
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.../multifunction lever controls your vehicle's lamps. 2-38 Erasing Cruise Speed Memory When you out of the hills. Of course, applying the brake or clutch pedal takes you turn off the cruise control: Step lightly on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of cruise control. When ...to maintain your speed. Lamps CL-'4.1ij:. Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise controlwill work on the brake pedal, or push the clutch pedal, if you have a manual transaxle, OR Move the cruise switch to OFF. When going downhill, you may have tobrake or shift to a...
.../multifunction lever controls your vehicle's lamps. 2-38 Erasing Cruise Speed Memory When you out of the hills. Of course, applying the brake or clutch pedal takes you turn off the cruise control: Step lightly on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of cruise control. When ...to maintain your speed. Lamps CL-'4.1ij:. Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise controlwill work on the brake pedal, or push the clutch pedal, if you have a manual transaxle, OR Move the cruise switch to OFF. When going downhill, you may have tobrake or shift to a...
Owner's Manual
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Brake Fluid Reservoir E Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if equipped) G. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick (if equipped) D. Air Cleaner H. Engine Oil Fill CapDipstick E. Battery I. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 2.2L Engine (Code 4) When you open up the hood you'll see: A. Coolant SurgeTank B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C.
Brake Fluid Reservoir E Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if equipped) G. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick (if equipped) D. Air Cleaner H. Engine Oil Fill CapDipstick E. Battery I. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 2.2L Engine (Code 4) When you open up the hood you'll see: A. Coolant SurgeTank B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C.
Owner's Manual
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Brake Fluid Reservoir F. B. C. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 6-9 2.4L Engine (Code T) When you open up the hood you'll see: A. D. Coolant Surge Tank Engine Oil Fill Cap Engine Oil Dipstick Power Steering Fluid Reservoir E. Air Cleaner I. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if equipped) G . Battery H.
Brake Fluid Reservoir F. B. C. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 6-9 2.4L Engine (Code T) When you open up the hood you'll see: A. D. Coolant Surge Tank Engine Oil Fill Cap Engine Oil Dipstick Power Steering Fluid Reservoir E. Air Cleaner I. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if equipped) G . Battery H.
Owner's Manual
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...indicate a problem. Add fluid at the bottom of the dipstick and read the lower level. The fluidlevel must be ,push the Hydraulic CIutch The hydraulic clutch linkage in the next steps. 6-21 Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to "top off' your vehicleis self-adjusting. ...It isn't a good idea to use. Have the system inspected and repaired. Remove the dipstick by flipping the handle up to add fluid. The clutch master cylinder reservoir is where it should be between the ADD and FULL marks. (Note: Fluid may appear at the dipstick hole. dipstick back inall...
...indicate a problem. Add fluid at the bottom of the dipstick and read the lower level. The fluidlevel must be ,push the Hydraulic CIutch The hydraulic clutch linkage in the next steps. 6-21 Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to "top off' your vehicleis self-adjusting. ...It isn't a good idea to use. Have the system inspected and repaired. Remove the dipstick by flipping the handle up to add fluid. The clutch master cylinder reservoir is where it should be between the ADD and FULL marks. (Note: Fluid may appear at the dipstick hole. dipstick back inall...
Owner's Manual
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...000 km), whichever occurs first. O 0 Protect against rust and corrosion. Give freezing protection down to Use Engine Coolant The cooling systemin your clutch master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid. When to Check and What to -34°F (-37°C). Give boiling protection up to...the step inside the reservoir, the fluid level is designed to 265 OF ( 129 C ) . This coolant is correct. The following explains your Pontiac will: 0 0 Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to check the fluid level unless you have a problem with new DEX-030L (orange-colored, silicate-fke...
...000 km), whichever occurs first. O 0 Protect against rust and corrosion. Give freezing protection down to Use Engine Coolant The cooling systemin your clutch master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid. When to Check and What to -34°F (-37°C). Give boiling protection up to...the step inside the reservoir, the fluid level is designed to 265 OF ( 129 C ) . This coolant is correct. The following explains your Pontiac will: 0 0 Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to check the fluid level unless you have a problem with new DEX-030L (orange-colored, silicate-fke...
Owner's Manual
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... 7-39 Automatic Transaxle Check (Except 2.4L Code T Engine) Check the transaxle fluid level; s y s b md re@ if n e . See "Hydraulic Clutch Fluid" inthe Index. Automatic Transaxle Inspection (2.4LCode T Engine Only) If you have them repaired or replaced. (The airbag system does not needregular maintenance.) Manual Transaxle... could indicate a problem. At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your Pontiac dealer Service Department md have it repaired as soon as possible. Check for any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. add needed...
... 7-39 Automatic Transaxle Check (Except 2.4L Code T Engine) Check the transaxle fluid level; s y s b md re@ if n e . See "Hydraulic Clutch Fluid" inthe Index. Automatic Transaxle Inspection (2.4LCode T Engine Only) If you have them repaired or replaced. (The airbag system does not needregular maintenance.) Manual Transaxle... could indicate a problem. At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your Pontiac dealer Service Department md have it repaired as soon as possible. Check for any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. add needed...
Owner's Manual
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... foldingseat hardware. Starter Switch Check On manual transaxie vehicks, put the shift lever in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works when the clutch isn't pushed all the way to use the accelerator pedal, and be injured. NOTE: Do not use . The starter should work only in... all the way down, your vehicle needs service. Followthe steps below. 7-40 Thestarter should work only when the clutch is pushed down halfway and try to a corrosiveenvironment. 1. P r D tells at Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all hinges andlatches, including the primary and...
... foldingseat hardware. Starter Switch Check On manual transaxie vehicks, put the shift lever in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works when the clutch isn't pushed all the way to use the accelerator pedal, and be injured. NOTE: Do not use . The starter should work only in... all the way down, your vehicle needs service. Followthe steps below. 7-40 Thestarter should work only when the clutch is pushed down halfway and try to a corrosiveenvironment. 1. P r D tells at Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all hinges andlatches, including the primary and...
Owner's Manual
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... Hydraulic Brake System FLUID/LUBRICANT GM Part No. 3634621 or equivalent with theAmerican Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines "Starburst" symbol of clean water Hydraulic Clutch Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part No. 12345347 or equivalent). Multi-Pu oseLubricant, % Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). I qt., or equivalent). Manual Engine Coolant Transaxle...
... Hydraulic Brake System FLUID/LUBRICANT GM Part No. 3634621 or equivalent with theAmerican Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines "Starburst" symbol of clean water Hydraulic Clutch Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part No. 12345347 or equivalent). Multi-Pu oseLubricant, % Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). I qt., or equivalent). Manual Engine Coolant Transaxle...
Owner's Manual
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... and Release Pawl FLUID/LUBRICANT Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 orequivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Clutch Linkage Pivot Points Chassis Lubrication, Fuel Filler Door and Striker Plunger Hood and Door Hinges, Rear Compartment Lid Hinges and Rear Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone...
... and Release Pawl FLUID/LUBRICANT Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 orequivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Clutch Linkage Pivot Points Chassis Lubrication, Fuel Filler Door and Striker Plunger Hood and Door Hinges, Rear Compartment Lid Hinges and Rear Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone...
Owner's Manual
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...Cleaning ...6-44 Aluminum Wheels ...6-49 Convertible Top ...6-49 Fabric ...6-45 Glass ...6-47 Inside of Your Pontiac ...6-44 Instrument Panel ...6-46 Outside of Your Pontiac ...6-47 Special Problems ...6-45 Stains ...6-45 Tires ...6-50 Vinyl ...6-46 Wheels ...6-49 Windshield and ...Wiper Blades ...6-47 Climate Control System, Standard ...3-1 Climate Control System with Air Conditioning ...3-3 Clock, Setting the ...3-7 Clutch, Hydraulic ...6-21 Clutch Fluid, Hydraulic ...
...Cleaning ...6-44 Aluminum Wheels ...6-49 Convertible Top ...6-49 Fabric ...6-45 Glass ...6-47 Inside of Your Pontiac ...6-44 Instrument Panel ...6-46 Outside of Your Pontiac ...6-47 Special Problems ...6-45 Stains ...6-45 Tires ...6-50 Vinyl ...6-46 Wheels ...6-49 Windshield and ...Wiper Blades ...6-47 Climate Control System, Standard ...3-1 Climate Control System with Air Conditioning ...3-3 Clock, Setting the ...3-7 Clutch, Hydraulic ...6-21 Clutch Fluid, Hydraulic ...
Owner's Manual
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Hood Checking Things Under ...Prop ...Release ...Horn ...Hydraulic Clutch ...Hydraulic Clutch Fluid ...Hydraulic Clutch System Check ...Hydroplaning ... 6-6 6-7 6-6 2-29 6-2 1 6-21 7-39 18 4- Oil Warning ...Passlock Warning ...2-71 Safety Belt Reminder ...1-6, 2-6. K e y Lock Cylinders Service ...Key Release Button ...Keys ... 7-40 2-12 2-1 Ignition ...
Hood Checking Things Under ...Prop ...Release ...Horn ...Hydraulic Clutch ...Hydraulic Clutch Fluid ...Hydraulic Clutch System Check ...Hydroplaning ... 6-6 6-7 6-6 2-29 6-2 1 6-21 7-39 18 4- Oil Warning ...Passlock Warning ...2-71 Safety Belt Reminder ...1-6, 2-6. K e y Lock Cylinders Service ...Key Release Button ...Keys ... 7-40 2-12 2-1 Ignition ...