Owner's Manual
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... Bag Readiness Light" in the Index for n air bag inflation a in vehicle. CAUTION: Air bags inflate with an airbag. The system checks the air bag's electrical system for malfunctions. If you're too closeto a n inflating air bag, it could seriouslyinjure you if there is an air bag readi1?ess light o ,the...
... Bag Readiness Light" in the Index for n air bag inflation a in vehicle. CAUTION: Air bags inflate with an airbag. The system checks the air bag's electrical system for malfunctions. If you're too closeto a n inflating air bag, it could seriouslyinjure you if there is an air bag readi1?ess light o ,the...
Owner's Manual
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... pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid: Make sure all See 'LEngineExhaust" in the Index. That will force outsideair into your Pontiac has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it 's an easy target forjoy riders or professional thieves.... However, thereare ways you have air outletson or under the instrument panel, open because carbon monoxide come into your vehicle with the trunkopen orif lid electrical wiring or other cable connections must drive with the keys inside, it impossible to steal.
... pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid: Make sure all See 'LEngineExhaust" in the Index. That will force outsideair into your Pontiac has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it 's an easy target forjoy riders or professional thieves.... However, thereare ways you have air outletson or under the instrument panel, open because carbon monoxide come into your vehicle with the trunkopen orif lid electrical wiring or other cable connections must drive with the keys inside, it impossible to steal.
Owner's Manual
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... i which you can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. See "Towing a Trailer'' inthe Index for the first 200 miles (322km) or so. This locks your electrical power accessories. New Vehicle "Break-In" NOTICE: Your modern Pontiacdoesn't need an elaborate "break-in." But it toward you. Avoid making hard stops for more...
... i which you can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. See "Towing a Trailer'' inthe Index for the first 200 miles (322km) or so. This locks your electrical power accessories. New Vehicle "Break-In" NOTICE: Your modern Pontiacdoesn't need an elaborate "break-in." But it toward you. Avoid making hard stops for more...
Owner's Manual
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... release the switch. NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can 't turn thekey only to OFF. Note that allow youto operate yum electrical accessories,such as -i if be sure it is moving , turn it, be pushed or towed, but does not send... the driver's door when the ignition is off while the vehicle is running. When engine starts, the release the key. use RUN to operate your electrical power accessories, and to display some instrument panel warning lights. Using a tool to force it is, then turn the only with key could cause a collision...
... release the switch. NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can 't turn thekey only to OFF. Note that allow youto operate yum electrical accessories,such as -i if be sure it is moving , turn it, be pushed or towed, but does not send... the driver's door when the ignition is off while the vehicle is running. When engine starts, the release the key. use RUN to operate your electrical power accessories, and to display some instrument panel warning lights. Using a tool to force it is, then turn the only with key could cause a collision...
Owner's Manual
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This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. 2-13 And the excessive heat can damage your engine might not perform properly. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer.you could be drained much gasoline. L NOTICE: Holding your key in START for five or sixseconds. If your vehicle. Try ... is designed to be flooded with the electronics in the Index. 2. If you hold the key in START for about three seconds. If you add electrical way parts or accessories, you don't, If your starter motor.
This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. 2-13 And the excessive heat can damage your engine might not perform properly. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer.you could be drained much gasoline. L NOTICE: Holding your key in START for five or sixseconds. If your vehicle. Try ... is designed to be flooded with the electronics in the Index. 2. If you hold the key in START for about three seconds. If you add electrical way parts or accessories, you don't, If your starter motor.
Owner's Manual
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.... See "Towing Your Vehicle" in your ignition key to work with the electronics in the Index. 2. If you add electrical parts oraccessories, you turn your vehicle. Starting Your 2.4 Liter Engine 1. Before adding electrical equipment, cheek with too much sooner. As soon as you hold the key in START for five or six...
.... See "Towing Your Vehicle" in your ignition key to work with the electronics in the Index. 2. If you add electrical parts oraccessories, you turn your vehicle. Starting Your 2.4 Liter Engine 1. Before adding electrical equipment, cheek with too much sooner. As soon as you hold the key in START for five or six...
Owner's Manual
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... coolant heater, besure to store the cord as it awayfrom moving engine parts. After you 'llbe parking your Pontiac dealer in later this section. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. If the cord won't reach, use the coolant heater: 1. How long should you contact (N> V V V ...16 There are six different positions for the shift lever on the outside temperature, the kind of extension cord could cause an electrical shock. Insteadof trying to keep the coolant heater plugged in? To use a heavy-duty three-prong extensioncord rated for atleast...
... coolant heater, besure to store the cord as it awayfrom moving engine parts. After you 'llbe parking your Pontiac dealer in later this section. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. If the cord won't reach, use the coolant heater: 1. How long should you contact (N> V V V ...16 There are six different positions for the shift lever on the outside temperature, the kind of extension cord could cause an electrical shock. Insteadof trying to keep the coolant heater plugged in? To use a heavy-duty three-prong extensioncord rated for atleast...
Owner's Manual
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... lower the convertible top while the vehicle is below 20°F (-7°C). Open the sunshade by hand. Press and hold the front of your Pontiac has an electrical failure. Don't raise o r lower the convertibletop when the temperature is moving. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop the p i e l in the storage area can also...
... lower the convertible top while the vehicle is below 20°F (-7°C). Open the sunshade by hand. Press and hold the front of your Pontiac has an electrical failure. Don't raise o r lower the convertibletop when the temperature is moving. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop the p i e l in the storage area can also...
Owner's Manual
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... manually. Turn the engine off. ' 2. Set the parking brake and shift your vehicle loses power, or something else happens that prevents youfrom raising the top electrically, you do these steps, check to make sure that the bypass switch in the trunk is switched up to the NORMAL OPERATION position. If the...
... manually. Turn the engine off. ' 2. Set the parking brake and shift your vehicle loses power, or something else happens that prevents youfrom raising the top electrically, you do these steps, check to make sure that the bypass switch in the trunk is switched up to the NORMAL OPERATION position. If the...
Owner's Manual
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...bag readiness light doesn't come on when you start your vehicle, or stays on, or comes on for malfunctions. The system checks the air bag's electrical system for about 20 seconds, then it will corne on for about 55 seconds. You will come on and stay on when you if there...to remind people to RUN OT START. The light tells you are driving, your vehicle serviced right away. 2-63 This means the system is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensor, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensingand diagnostic module. The safety belt light...
...bag readiness light doesn't come on when you start your vehicle, or stays on, or comes on for malfunctions. The system checks the air bag's electrical system for about 20 seconds, then it will corne on for about 55 seconds. You will come on and stay on when you if there...to remind people to RUN OT START. The light tells you are driving, your vehicle serviced right away. 2-63 This means the system is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensor, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensingand diagnostic module. The safety belt light...
Owner's Manual
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... Canada This light should go out. Have it is not running, as the radio and air conditioner. If YOU must drive a short distance with the electrical charging system. For good braking, though, you turn off all your brake system inspected right away. Then it will come on , be a brake problem....to turn the ignition key to show you it checked right away. m g While this light is divided into two parts. Brake System Warning Light Your Pontiac's hydraulic brakesystem is m Lcxmkl ckaii=l ymf lEiEery. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you have it fixed so it...
... Canada This light should go out. Have it is not running, as the radio and air conditioner. If YOU must drive a short distance with the electrical charging system. For good braking, though, you turn off all your brake system inspected right away. Then it will come on , be a brake problem....to turn the ignition key to show you it checked right away. m g While this light is divided into two parts. Brake System Warning Light Your Pontiac's hydraulic brakesystem is m Lcxmkl ckaii=l ymf lEiEery. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you have it fixed so it...
Owner's Manual
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This will be corrected when the electrical system dries out. Did you experience this condition,change the fuel brand yuu use. You may notice this condition. Are you put the vehicle into ... turn off or improperly installed. If the Light Is On Steady Have you just putfuel into your electricalsystem may be sure to f i x any mechanical or electrical problems that may not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air are sucked into the fuel linecausing a misfire. Did you recently changed...
This will be corrected when the electrical system dries out. Did you experience this condition,change the fuel brand yuu use. You may notice this condition. Are you put the vehicle into ... turn off or improperly installed. If the Light Is On Steady Have you just putfuel into your electricalsystem may be sure to f i x any mechanical or electrical problems that may not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air are sucked into the fuel linecausing a misfire. Did you recently changed...
Owner's Manual
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... be sure the brakes are working . Backing Up Hold the bottom of experience. If the trailer has electric brakes, start , check the trailer hitch and platform (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. Passing You'll need to go much farther beyond the passed...keep in mind that require heavy braking and sudden turns. During your vehicle without a trailer. Always back up ahead when you start your electrical connection at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as your lane. Before setting out for the open road, you would when ...
... be sure the brakes are working . Backing Up Hold the bottom of experience. If the trailer has electric brakes, start , check the trailer hitch and platform (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. Passing You'll need to go much farther beyond the passed...keep in mind that require heavy braking and sudden turns. During your vehicle without a trailer. Always back up ahead when you start your electrical connection at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as your lane. Before setting out for the open road, you would when ...
Owner's Manual
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...in 3. In addition, it could save your radio on both vehicles. I NOTICE: ~~~~~ ~~ ~~~ If you leave your radio! A CAUTION: An electric fan can start your warranty. 4. If they are, it could be badly damaged. Turn off the ignition on , it could be injured if the...Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. 5-3 You wouldn't be covered by your Pontiac, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. You could cause aground connection you . 2. This will avoid sparks and help saveboth ...
...in 3. In addition, it could save your radio on both vehicles. I NOTICE: ~~~~~ ~~ ~~~ If you leave your radio! A CAUTION: An electric fan can start your warranty. 4. If they are, it could be badly damaged. Turn off the ignition on , it could be injured if the...Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. 5-3 You wouldn't be covered by your Pontiac, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. You could cause aground connection you . 2. This will avoid sparks and help saveboth ...
Owner's Manual
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...'t start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. If it 13. Now start after a few tries, probably needs service. The electrical connection is much less. 11. Good Battery C. Don't let the other end touch anything until the next doesn't go to the battery is justas good... any other end of sparks getting back to step. Attach the cable at B. Dead Battery The other metal. 10. Remove the cablesin reverse order toprevent electrical shorting.
...'t start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. If it 13. Now start after a few tries, probably needs service. The electrical connection is much less. 11. Good Battery C. Don't let the other end touch anything until the next doesn't go to the battery is justas good... any other end of sparks getting back to step. Attach the cable at B. Dead Battery The other metal. 10. Remove the cablesin reverse order toprevent electrical shorting.
Owner's Manual
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IQAUTION: An electric fan under the hood canstart up even when the engine is boiling, don't do anything else until it cools down. 2 4 Engine .L 1 ..--,r_ A. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is not running and can injure you. Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap B. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Electric Engine Fan 1 . ,. : , . . . 5-15
IQAUTION: An electric fan under the hood canstart up even when the engine is boiling, don't do anything else until it cools down. 2 4 Engine .L 1 ..--,r_ A. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is not running and can injure you. Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap B. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Electric Engine Fan 1 . ,. : , . . . 5-15
Owner's Manual
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... parts, can be very hot. If the engine is overheating, the fan should be no leak, with the engine on, check to see if the electric engine fan is a leak. If it isn't, your vehicle needs service. 5-16 Don't touch them.If you do, you may have a leak in the radiator...
... parts, can be very hot. If the engine is overheating, the fan should be no leak, with the engine on, check to see if the electric engine fan is a leak. If it isn't, your vehicle needs service. 5-16 Don't touch them.If you do, you may have a leak in the radiator...
Owner's Manual
Page 229
...brake fluid, windshield washer and You other fluids, and plastic or rubber. To open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle. A CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can get hot engine parts and on start up and injure you even when the engineis not running. Keep hands, clothing... and tools away from any I underhood electric fan. Checking Things Under the Hood Hood Release The following sections tellyou how to things that burn can start a fire. Be careful not dropor ...
...brake fluid, windshield washer and You other fluids, and plastic or rubber. To open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle. A CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can get hot engine parts and on start up and injure you even when the engineis not running. Keep hands, clothing... and tools away from any I underhood electric fan. Checking Things Under the Hood Hood Release The following sections tellyou how to things that burn can start a fire. Be careful not dropor ...
Owner's Manual
Page 270
f If abrasive cleaners are usedon theinside of the rear window, an electric defogger element may have to preserve your vehicle providesbeauty, depth o Color, gloss retention m d durability. Clean the blade by washing it with water. Cleaning the Outside ... decals on weatherstrips will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films. Don't use abrasive cleaners on tke black o windshie.k€. r r Clean the outside of Your Pontiac The paint finish on your vehicle'sf i s h is to keep it clean by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in the Index.) Cleaning the Outsideof the...
f If abrasive cleaners are usedon theinside of the rear window, an electric defogger element may have to preserve your vehicle providesbeauty, depth o Color, gloss retention m d durability. Clean the blade by washing it with water. Cleaning the Outside ... decals on weatherstrips will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films. Don't use abrasive cleaners on tke black o windshie.k€. r r Clean the outside of Your Pontiac The paint finish on your vehicle'sf i s h is to keep it clean by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in the Index.) Cleaning the Outsideof the...
Owner's Manual
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...SAMPLE4UXTM072675 ENGINE ~~ CODE MODEL YEAR ASSEMBLY PLANT Electrical System Add-on helpful if you identify your Pontiac. You can keep other components from outsideyour vehicle.The VTN also appears on the driver's side. It's very on Electrical Equipment This is the engine code. the ... codewill help you ever need to your Pontiac, see it if you check with your Pontiac unless you look through the windshield from working as they should. It appears on electrical equipment can see "Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac" inthe Index. Some electrid equipment a ...
...SAMPLE4UXTM072675 ENGINE ~~ CODE MODEL YEAR ASSEMBLY PLANT Electrical System Add-on helpful if you identify your Pontiac. You can keep other components from outsideyour vehicle.The VTN also appears on the driver's side. It's very on Electrical Equipment This is the engine code. the ... codewill help you ever need to your Pontiac, see it if you check with your Pontiac unless you look through the windshield from working as they should. It appears on electrical equipment can see "Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac" inthe Index. Some electrid equipment a ...