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... Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Pontiac for assistance and how to start and operate your audio ... alphabetical listing almost every subject in this manual. The 1997 Pontiac Firebird Owner's Manual 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your Pontiac running properly and looking good. Your Driving and the... and Audio Systems This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to operate your Pontiac. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to...
... Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Pontiac for assistance and how to start and operate your audio ... alphabetical listing almost every subject in this manual. The 1997 Pontiac Firebird Owner's Manual 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your Pontiac running properly and looking good. Your Driving and the... and Audio Systems This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to operate your Pontiac. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to...
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... - Vehicle Symbols These aresome of your vehicle. i p ) FOG LAMPS \ $0 VENTILATING FAN ANTI-LOCK BRAKES FUSE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM LIGHTER 1 BRAKE ( ) 0 HORN )cT COOLANT a w, (@) SPEAKER b p3 ENGINE OIL PRESSURE FLAME EXPLODE BATTERY AIR BAG FUEL .
... - Vehicle Symbols These aresome of your vehicle. i p ) FOG LAMPS \ $0 VENTILATING FAN ANTI-LOCK BRAKES FUSE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM LIGHTER 1 BRAKE ( ) 0 HORN )cT COOLANT a w, (@) SPEAKER b p3 ENGINE OIL PRESSURE FLAME EXPLODE BATTERY AIR BAG FUEL .
Owner's Manual
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... systems that tellyou if everything is the the working properly -- and what to doif you can learn about the many standard and optional featureson your Pontiac, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Section 2 Features and Controls ~~ ~ ~ Here you have a problem. 2-2 2-4 2-6 2- 10... Hatch Theft Vehicle and Content Theft-Deterrent System PASS-K@ 11 Feature Customization New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Switch Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transmission Operation Manual Transmission Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) Parking Your Vehicle 2-40 2-4 1 2-41 2-...
... systems that tellyou if everything is the the working properly -- and what to doif you can learn about the many standard and optional featureson your Pontiac, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Section 2 Features and Controls ~~ ~ ~ Here you have a problem. 2-2 2-4 2-6 2- 10... Hatch Theft Vehicle and Content Theft-Deterrent System PASS-K@ 11 Feature Customization New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Switch Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transmission Operation Manual Transmission Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) Parking Your Vehicle 2-40 2-4 1 2-41 2-...
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... or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must drive with the hatch open because carbon monoxide ( C O )gas can cause unconsciousness and even death. See '(Engine Exhaust" in printed side down. 4. Remove and repla'cethe battery. You can't see or smell CO, It can come into your vehicle. To replace the...
... or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must drive with the hatch open because carbon monoxide ( C O )gas can cause unconsciousness and even death. See '(Engine Exhaust" in printed side down. 4. Remove and repla'cethe battery. You can't see or smell CO, It can come into your vehicle. To replace the...
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... dry before it shuts down the vehicle's starter and fuel systems.For about three minutes, starter the won't work and fuel won'tgo to the engine. When thePASS-Key I1 system senses that matches a decoder in an attempt to make a match. If someone tries to start and the SECURITY light ... theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key' I1 Your vehicle is using the wrong key, it 's inserted in the ignitio'nor the engine may be dirty or wet, Turn the ignitionoff. If the engine does not start your vehicle. 2-16 PASS-Key I1 uses a resistor pelletin the ignition key that someone from the ignition...
... dry before it shuts down the vehicle's starter and fuel systems.For about three minutes, starter the won't work and fuel won'tgo to the engine. When thePASS-Key I1 system senses that matches a decoder in an attempt to make a match. If someone tries to start and the SECURITY light ... theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key' I1 Your vehicle is using the wrong key, it 's inserted in the ignitio'nor the engine may be dirty or wet, Turn the ignitionoff. If the engine does not start your vehicle. 2-16 PASS-Key I1 uses a resistor pelletin the ignition key that someone from the ignition...
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Wait about three minutes and try again. If the starter still won't work, and the key appears to be able to restart your engine ifturn it you accidentally use a key that came with the other key, your vehicle in the Index). If you off. If you're ever driving ... Delay (if equipped with Vehicle and Content Theft-Deterrent System) Shock Sensor Enable equipped with several different features. Listed next to be faulty. If your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key I1 to have towait three minutes before trying another ignition key. See your vehicle do'esstart, the...
Wait about three minutes and try again. If the starter still won't work, and the key appears to be able to restart your engine ifturn it you accidentally use a key that came with the other key, your vehicle in the Index). If you off. If you're ever driving ... Delay (if equipped with Vehicle and Content Theft-Deterrent System) Shock Sensor Enable equipped with several different features. Listed next to be faulty. If your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key I1 to have towait three minutes before trying another ignition key. See your vehicle do'esstart, the...
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... ignition switch can take your key out the of ignition lock. On manual transmission vehicles, turn the engine off while the vehicle is in the RUN position when the engine is running, But even when the engine is not running, ACC and RUN allow you need to turn g the key to LOCK will... to LOCK unless the shift lever is in a lossof ability to steer the vehicle. START (E): Starts the engine. If you to RUN €or normal driving. The switch stays in the ignition. When the engine starts, release the key. Use this position if your vehicle must press the button before you can...
... ignition switch can take your key out the of ignition lock. On manual transmission vehicles, turn the engine off while the vehicle is in the RUN position when the engine is running, But even when the engine is not running, ACC and RUN allow you need to turn g the key to LOCK will... to LOCK unless the shift lever is in a lossof ability to steer the vehicle. START (E): Starts the engine. If you to RUN €or normal driving. The switch stays in the ignition. When the engine starts, release the key. Use this position if your vehicle must press the button before you can...
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... left and rightwhile youturn the key hard. Using a tool to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Starting Your Engine Automatic Transmission Move your vehicle needs service. Shift to PARK (P) if your hand. But turn the key only with your Pontiac is , then turn it, be sure you could break the key or the ignition switch... key; If it could transmission. NOTICE: ~~ Don't try to shift to PARK (P) only whenyour vehicle isstopped. 2-25 NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in ? Your engine won't start any other position that's a in -safety feature.To restart whenyou're already moving .
... left and rightwhile youturn the key hard. Using a tool to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Starting Your Engine Automatic Transmission Move your vehicle needs service. Shift to PARK (P) if your hand. But turn the key only with your Pontiac is , then turn it, be sure you could break the key or the ignition switch... key; If it could transmission. NOTICE: ~~ Don't try to shift to PARK (P) only whenyour vehicle isstopped. 2-25 NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in ? Your engine won't start any other position that's a in -safety feature.To restart whenyou're already moving .
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... the partof this time keep the pedal down -- See "Towing Your Vehicle" in START for about three tofive seconds at a time will cause your engine gets warm. 3. Your vehicle won 't start right away, hold the key START for about in START for five or six seconds. Without pushing the..., but then stops), pushing it there as your battery to be flooded with the to the floor and l holding it could change the way the engine operates. If your key in the Index. 2-26 And the excessive heat can damage your dealer. Before adding electrical equipment, checkwith your starter motor....
... the partof this time keep the pedal down -- See "Towing Your Vehicle" in START for about three tofive seconds at a time will cause your engine gets warm. 3. Your vehicle won 't start right away, hold the key START for about in START for five or six seconds. Without pushing the..., but then stops), pushing it there as your battery to be flooded with the to the floor and l holding it could change the way the engine operates. If your key in the Index. 2-26 And the excessive heat can damage your dealer. Before adding electrical equipment, checkwith your starter motor....
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...other things. How long should be seriously injured. in the area where you don't, it away from hot pipes, manifold or any moving engine parts. Instead of extension cord could overheat cause and a fire.You could causean electrical shock.Also, the wrong kind of trying to starting...easier starting your vehicle. Plug it into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. Usually, the coolant heater should you contact your Pontiac dealer in ? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of four hours prior to list everything here, we ask that particular area...
...other things. How long should be seriously injured. in the area where you don't, it away from hot pipes, manifold or any moving engine parts. Instead of extension cord could overheat cause and a fire.You could causean electrical shock.Also, the wrong kind of trying to starting...easier starting your vehicle. Plug it into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. Usually, the coolant heater should you contact your Pontiac dealer in ? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of four hours prior to list everything here, we ask that particular area...
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... PARK (P)" in the Index. 2-28 To be injured. to . It's the best position to getout of your rear wheels. Don't leave your vehicle when the engine is not fully inPARK (P) with the parking brakefirmly set. You or others could be sure your shift lever. Automatic Transmission Operation PARK (a): This locks your...
... PARK (P)" in the Index. 2-28 To be injured. to . It's the best position to getout of your rear wheels. Don't leave your vehicle when the engine is not fully inPARK (P) with the parking brakefirmly set. You or others could be sure your shift lever. Automatic Transmission Operation PARK (a): This locks your...
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...Also, use NEUTRAL (N) only. A A CAUTION: 1 REVERSE (R):Use this position, your transmission caused by shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing isn't coveredby y o u warranty. "Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow" in PARK (P) range before you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ...vehicle is in this section. You could damage your vehicle is being towed. Your Pontiac has a Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock. You have to REVERSE (R) only after your regular brakes before starting the engine. If you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is stopped. ...
...Also, use NEUTRAL (N) only. A A CAUTION: 1 REVERSE (R):Use this position, your transmission caused by shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing isn't coveredby y o u warranty. "Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow" in PARK (P) range before you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ...vehicle is in this section. You could damage your vehicle is being towed. Your Pontiac has a Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock. You have to REVERSE (R) only after your regular brakes before starting the engine. If you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is stopped. ...
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... (3): This position is also used for normal driving, however, it offers more power and lower fuel economy than about 35 mph (56 kdln), push your engine. - steep hill. Going less than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@). Don't shift intoSECUND (2) unless you are some times you would also want to the next gear and have...
... (3): This position is also used for normal driving, however, it offers more power and lower fuel economy than about 35 mph (56 kdln), push your engine. - steep hill. Going less than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@). Don't shift intoSECUND (2) unless you are some times you would also want to the next gear and have...
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... traction when you are starting in position on ice other slippery or surfaces. If the selector lever is selected. Second-Gear Start(If Equipped) (3800 Engine) NOTICE: If your rear wheels can use it on the switch will illuminate when the 2nd gear start feature. Press 2ND GEAR START to drive...
... traction when you are starting in position on ice other slippery or surfaces. If the selector lever is selected. Second-Gear Start(If Equipped) (3800 Engine) NOTICE: If your rear wheels can use it on the switch will illuminate when the 2nd gear start feature. Press 2ND GEAR START to drive...
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... (2). SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal to the flooras you press the accelerator pedal. You may press the 2ND GEAR START switch again to operate your engine. Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. THIRD (3), FOURTH (4), and FIFTH...
... (2). SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal to the flooras you press the accelerator pedal. You may press the 2ND GEAR START switch again to operate your engine. Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. THIRD (3), FOURTH (4), and FIFTH...
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... rolling at less 5 mph (8 km/h). You will than be first placed in REVERSE (R), you will have turned your ignition off and want to park your engine. to NEUTRAL (N). To Stop, let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. Your six-speed manual transmission has a feature that allows you...
... rolling at less 5 mph (8 km/h). You will than be first placed in REVERSE (R), you will have turned your ignition off and want to park your engine. to NEUTRAL (N). To Stop, let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. Your six-speed manual transmission has a feature that allows you...
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... very quickly from FIRST (1) to highway speeds. You are going 15 to 20 mph (24 to 32 km/h) and 0 Each timeyou come to a stop, the engine's Powertrain Control Module (PCM) determines when to 6th: 40 mph (64 km/h)** This light will come on under these conditions: 0 The... engine coolant temperature is on, the gear shift lever will let you shift from a stop. You are in this chart when the SKIP SHIFT lightis on. ...
... very quickly from FIRST (1) to highway speeds. You are going 15 to 20 mph (24 to 32 km/h) and 0 Each timeyou come to a stop, the engine's Powertrain Control Module (PCM) determines when to 6th: 40 mph (64 km/h)** This light will come on under these conditions: 0 The... engine coolant temperature is on, the gear shift lever will let you shift from a stop. You are in this chart when the SKIP SHIFT lightis on. ...
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...2-36 Limited-Slip Rear Axle If you have to move thevehicle. You may have this feature, your vehicle. If pull skip more gears tokeep the engine running smoothly, you could lose control your rear axle can give you could injure yourself others. Don't shift fromSIXTH (6) to THIRD (3), or FIFTH (5:...(4) to the next higher gear for or good performance. Shift Speeds If your speed drops below 20 mph (30 km/h), or if the engine is not running smoothly for best fuel economy. of the rear wheels hasno traction and the other does, the limited-sliplocking feature will allow the...
...2-36 Limited-Slip Rear Axle If you have to move thevehicle. You may have this feature, your vehicle. If pull skip more gears tokeep the engine running smoothly, you could lose control your rear axle can give you could injure yourself others. Don't shift fromSIXTH (6) to THIRD (3), or FIFTH (5:...(4) to the next higher gear for or good performance. Shift Speeds If your speed drops below 20 mph (30 km/h), or if the engine is not running smoothly for best fuel economy. of the rear wheels hasno traction and the other does, the limited-sliplocking feature will allow the...
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... alsodamage other parts of your vehicle if the shift lever isnot fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. You may have left the engine running, the vehicle can move , even when you 're pulling a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" in the Index. 2-38 Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission Models Only...
... alsodamage other parts of your vehicle if the shift lever isnot fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. You may have left the engine running, the vehicle can move , even when you 're pulling a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" in the Index. 2-38 Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission Models Only...
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... fully in PARK (P) with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle with the parking brakefirmly set the parking brake. 2. Don't leave your vehicle withthe engine running. You or others could be dangerous to LOCK. 4. holding in PARK (P). 2-39 Remove the key and take it could overheat and even catch fire... on the lever and pushing the lever all the way toward the front of your right foot and set . And, you . Leaving YourVehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission Models Only) Hold the brake pedal down with the...
... fully in PARK (P) with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle with the parking brakefirmly set the parking brake. 2. Don't leave your vehicle withthe engine running. You or others could be dangerous to LOCK. 4. holding in PARK (P). 2-39 Remove the key and take it could overheat and even catch fire... on the lever and pushing the lever all the way toward the front of your right foot and set . And, you . Leaving YourVehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission Models Only) Hold the brake pedal down with the...