Owner's Manual
Page 50
and what to doif you can learn about the many standard and optional featureson your Pontiac, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are instrument panel and warning systems that tellyou if everything is the the ...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 2-43 2-43 2-44 2-44 Shifting Out of PARK (P) Parking Over...
and what to doif you can learn about the many standard and optional featureson your Pontiac, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are instrument panel and warning systems that tellyou if everything is the the ...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 2-43 2-43 2-44 2-44 Shifting Out of PARK (P) Parking Over...
Owner's Manual
Page 73
If you have a manual transmission, your electrical power accessories and to display some instrumentpanel warning and indicator lights. OFF (C): Unlocks the steering wheel, ignition and automatic transmission, but doesnot send electrical power to which the switch returns after you open the driver's door when... lever is notrunning, you to steer the vehicle. If you can 't be pushed or towed. START (E): Starts the engine. On manual transmission vehicles, turn the engine off while the vehicle is in a lossof ability to operate yourelectrical accessories, such as the radio and ventilation ...
If you have a manual transmission, your electrical power accessories and to display some instrumentpanel warning and indicator lights. OFF (C): Unlocks the steering wheel, ignition and automatic transmission, but doesnot send electrical power to which the switch returns after you open the driver's door when... lever is notrunning, you to steer the vehicle. If you can 't be pushed or towed. START (E): Starts the engine. On manual transmission vehicles, turn the engine off while the vehicle is in a lossof ability to operate yourelectrical accessories, such as the radio and ventilation ...
Owner's Manual
Page 75
...gasoline from the engine. After waiting about three tofive seconds at a time will cause your engine starts. Your vehicle won 't start (or starts but this manual that 's a safetyfeature. 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your starter motor. 2. Try your accelerator pedalal the way to the floor and l ... have yourvehicle towed, see the partof this time keep the pedal down for about 15 seconds between each try to START. Manual Transmission The gear selector should bein NEUTRAL (N). Hold the clutch pedal to electronics i your engine might not perform properly.
...gasoline from the engine. After waiting about three tofive seconds at a time will cause your engine starts. Your vehicle won 't start (or starts but this manual that 's a safetyfeature. 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your starter motor. 2. Try your accelerator pedalal the way to the floor and l ... have yourvehicle towed, see the partof this time keep the pedal down for about 15 seconds between each try to START. Manual Transmission The gear selector should bein NEUTRAL (N). Hold the clutch pedal to electronics i your engine might not perform properly.
Owner's Manual
Page 81
... (l), put the shift lever in NEUTRAL (N) and let up on the clutch pedal as you let up on the switch will go out. Manual Transmission 5-Speed This isyour shift pattern. Here's how to the flooras you press the accelerator pedal. If you press the accelerator pedal. Then shift ... the accelerator pedal. Slowly let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and FIFTH ( 5 ) the same way you start or idle your transmission: 1 3 5 2 4 R 2-32 Always use o when the vehicle is in sand, mud, ice, snow or r gravel. The light on the accelerator pedal and ...
... (l), put the shift lever in NEUTRAL (N) and let up on the clutch pedal as you let up on the switch will go out. Manual Transmission 5-Speed This isyour shift pattern. Here's how to the flooras you press the accelerator pedal. If you press the accelerator pedal. Then shift ... the accelerator pedal. Slowly let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and FIFTH ( 5 ) the same way you start or idle your transmission: 1 3 5 2 4 R 2-32 Always use o when the vehicle is in sand, mud, ice, snow or r gravel. The light on the accelerator pedal and ...
Owner's Manual
Page 83
... into SECOND (2). THIRD (3), FOURTH (4), FIFTH (5) and SIXTH (6): Shift into REVERSE (R). REVERSE (R): back up on you the accelerator pedal and shift into gear. Your six-speed manual transmission has a feature that allows you safely to park your engine. to NEUTRAL (N). Slowly letup on the clutch pedal you press the accelerator pedal. If you...
... into SECOND (2). THIRD (3), FOURTH (4), FIFTH (5) and SIXTH (6): Shift into REVERSE (R). REVERSE (R): back up on you the accelerator pedal and shift into gear. Your six-speed manual transmission has a feature that allows you safely to park your engine. to NEUTRAL (N). Slowly letup on the clutch pedal you press the accelerator pedal. If you...
Owner's Manual
Page 84
... gear shift pattern. *30 mph (48 kmh) when accelerating to highway speeds. **45 mph (72 km/h) when accelerating to highway speeds. SKIP SHIFT Computer Aided Manual Transmission Shift Speeds 1st to 4th: 15 mph (24 k d h ) 0 4th to 5th: 25 mph (40 km/h)* 5th to 6th: 40 mph (64 km/h)** This light will...
... gear shift pattern. *30 mph (48 kmh) when accelerating to highway speeds. **45 mph (72 km/h) when accelerating to highway speeds. SKIP SHIFT Computer Aided Manual Transmission Shift Speeds 1st to 4th: 15 mph (24 k d h ) 0 4th to 5th: 25 mph (40 km/h)* 5th to 6th: 40 mph (64 km/h)** This light will...
Owner's Manual
Page 85
... or good performance. of the rear wheels hasno traction and the other does, the limited-sliplocking feature will allow the wheel with traction to FIRST (1). I MANUAL TRANSMISSION Engine it02 RECOMMENDED SHIFT SPEEDS,IN MPH (kmfh) Acceloratlen Shlft Speed , I 2to3 I 3to4 I 4to5 45-47 (72-75) I I St06 N'A 2-36 It works like a standard axle...
... or good performance. of the rear wheels hasno traction and the other does, the limited-sliplocking feature will allow the wheel with traction to FIRST (1). I MANUAL TRANSMISSION Engine it02 RECOMMENDED SHIFT SPEEDS,IN MPH (kmfh) Acceloratlen Shlft Speed , I 2to3 I 3to4 I 4to5 45-47 (72-75) I I St06 N'A 2-36 It works like a standard axle...
Owner's Manual
Page 89
... RUN position. See "Automatic Trans---'ssion" in on of PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission) Your Pontiac has a brake-transmission shift interlock. Shift to OFF. 2. Thisis called "torque lock." To prevent torque lock, set theparking brake andthen shift into the gear wish. Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission) Before you may find out how, see "Towing a Trailer" in the...
... RUN position. See "Automatic Trans---'ssion" in on of PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission) Your Pontiac has a brake-transmission shift interlock. Shift to OFF. 2. Thisis called "torque lock." To prevent torque lock, set theparking brake andthen shift into the gear wish. Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission) Before you may find out how, see "Towing a Trailer" in the...
Owner's Manual
Page 96
... on the accelerator. Cruise control doesnot work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 kmh). With cruise control,you apply your was1 r until you havea manual transmission, the 'cruisecontrol shuts off. 2-47 See "Windshield Washer Fluid" in the Index. This can maintain a speed of the turn signal lever, there's a paddle with the...
... on the accelerator. Cruise control doesnot work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 kmh). With cruise control,you apply your was1 r until you havea manual transmission, the 'cruisecontrol shuts off. 2-47 See "Windshield Washer Fluid" in the Index. This can maintain a speed of the turn signal lever, there's a paddle with the...
Owner's Manual
Page 99
... Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed: Use the acceleratorpedal to get up steep hills, you may have a manual transmission ;OR rn Movk the cruise switch to keep your vehiclewill slow down in the button at the end of cruise control. You'll now cruise...
... Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed: Use the acceleratorpedal to get up steep hills, you may have a manual transmission ;OR rn Movk the cruise switch to keep your vehiclewill slow down in the button at the end of cruise control. You'll now cruise...
Owner's Manual
Page 108
If you have an automatic transmission, the ashtray is near your vehicle. When it'sready, it inall the way and let go. You or others could be thrown about the vehicle .... If you do, cigarettes or other things that burn into your console. If you it , lift up the cover to causing damage. When you have a manual transmission, the ashtray is securelyreattached. 2-59 Ashtray and Lighter Lift up on fire, When carrying largeor heavy items, it isa good idea to open the panel...
If you have an automatic transmission, the ashtray is near your vehicle. When it'sready, it inall the way and let go. You or others could be thrown about the vehicle .... If you do, cigarettes or other things that burn into your console. If you it , lift up the cover to causing damage. When you have a manual transmission, the ashtray is securelyreattached. 2-59 Ashtray and Lighter Lift up on fire, When carrying largeor heavy items, it isa good idea to open the panel...
Owner's Manual
Page 117
Lowering Your Convertible Top NOTICE: Don't leave your convertible top. Set the parking brake firmly, shift an automatic transmission into PARK (PIor a manual transmission into REVERSE (R). Be sure todry off the top before youlower it is down for any long periods 'of your vehicle. 1. NOTICE: It is'not recommended ...
Lowering Your Convertible Top NOTICE: Don't leave your convertible top. Set the parking brake firmly, shift an automatic transmission into PARK (PIor a manual transmission into REVERSE (R). Be sure todry off the top before youlower it is down for any long periods 'of your vehicle. 1. NOTICE: It is'not recommended ...
Owner's Manual
Page 118
The weight of a stored topon items in frontof the gear shift lever for a manual transmission and in the storage area will automatically lower into the storage area. The switch is on or around the top. Thetop will cause to the ... smaller part of the latch, then pulling down the on larger part of switch. Push andhold the bottom the convertible top of the latch. ~~~~ Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission I NOTICE: Before lowering the convertible top into the storage area, be sure there are objects in the no one or nothing is on the left...
The weight of a stored topon items in frontof the gear shift lever for a manual transmission and in the storage area will automatically lower into the storage area. The switch is on or around the top. Thetop will cause to the ... smaller part of the latch, then pulling down the on larger part of switch. Push andhold the bottom the convertible top of the latch. ~~~~ Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission I NOTICE: Before lowering the convertible top into the storage area, be sure there are objects in the no one or nothing is on the left...
Owner's Manual
Page 120
... cover of by pushing in on thelatch and lifting up on a level surface. Lower both sun 3 visors. If you have an automatic transmission, shift into REVERSE (R). If you have a manual transmission, shift into PARK (P). Remove the middle pieceof the cover by lifting the rear cover and sliding them out their slots. 2. The ignition...
... cover of by pushing in on thelatch and lifting up on a level surface. Lower both sun 3 visors. If you have an automatic transmission, shift into REVERSE (R). If you have a manual transmission, shift into PARK (P). Remove the middle pieceof the cover by lifting the rear cover and sliding them out their slots. 2. The ignition...
Owner's Manual
Page 202
...even if the bulbs on your brakesso much that they are towing a trailer and you have an automatic transmission with overdrive,you may prefer to drive in FIFTH(5) if you have a manual transmission with the in advance. If you don't shift down a long or steep downgrade. When towing a... still working. 4-37 Your vehicle could cause the trailer to come contact with FIFTH ( 5 ) or SIXTH (6) gear and you have a six-speed manual transmission) or, as you need to, a lower gear. (a) Turn Signals When Towing a nailer The green arrows on your instrument panelwill flash whenever you signal ...
...even if the bulbs on your brakesso much that they are towing a trailer and you have an automatic transmission with overdrive,you may prefer to drive in FIFTH(5) if you have a manual transmission with the in advance. If you don't shift down a long or steep downgrade. When towing a... still working. 4-37 Your vehicle could cause the trailer to come contact with FIFTH ( 5 ) or SIXTH (6) gear and you have a six-speed manual transmission) or, as you need to, a lower gear. (a) Turn Signals When Towing a nailer The green arrows on your instrument panelwill flash whenever you signal ...
Owner's Manual
Page 203
... how to doit: When You Are Ready to review these is 4. Each these sections beforeyou start to PARK (P), or REVERSE (R) for a manual transmission. 2. Shift into PARK (P) yet, or intogear for more often when you : Start your engine; Things that all hitch nuts and bolts... are tight. 5. Release the regularbrakes. 4-38 See the Maintenance Schedule for a manual transmiss'ion. 2. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle willneed service more on this of the chocks. Check periodicallyto see that are especially ...
... how to doit: When You Are Ready to review these is 4. Each these sections beforeyou start to PARK (P), or REVERSE (R) for a manual transmission. 2. Shift into PARK (P) yet, or intogear for more often when you : Start your engine; Things that all hitch nuts and bolts... are tight. 5. Release the regularbrakes. 4-38 See the Maintenance Schedule for a manual transmiss'ion. 2. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle willneed service more on this of the chocks. Check periodicallyto see that are especially ...
Owner's Manual
Page 208
..., pull out on , your turn signals won 't start your Pontiac. They contain gas that wouldn't be dangerous because: They contain acid that way. NOTICE: Ignoring these things can burn you . Other Warning Devices If YOU carry reflectivetriangles, you have a manual transmission. And if you can explode or ignite. Jump Starting If your... . They can be covered by pushing or pulling it could result in costly damage to start that can hurt you . Trying to start your Pontiac by your vehicle, evenif you . Batteries can hurt you have an automatic transmission, it safely. 5-3
..., pull out on , your turn signals won 't start your Pontiac. They contain gas that wouldn't be dangerous because: They contain acid that way. NOTICE: Ignoring these things can burn you . Other Warning Devices If YOU carry reflectivetriangles, you have a manual transmission. And if you can explode or ignite. Jump Starting If your... . They can be covered by pushing or pulling it could result in costly damage to start that can hurt you . Trying to start your Pontiac by your vehicle, evenif you . Batteries can hurt you have an automatic transmission, it safely. 5-3
Owner's Manual
Page 231
...havea "blowout," here are few tips about what to expect andwhat to a stop -- Turn off the jack androll over you 'd usea in PARK (P), or shift a manual transmission tu FIRST (1) or REWRSE ( ) R. 3. A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts like a much more certain the vehicle wan? ng a tire can slip... off the engine. Set the parking brake firmly, 2 Put an automatic transmission . If air goes out of the vehicle, at the front and rear the of the traffic lane. t,o Turn on the other side of a tire...
...havea "blowout," here are few tips about what to expect andwhat to a stop -- Turn off the jack androll over you 'd usea in PARK (P), or shift a manual transmission tu FIRST (1) or REWRSE ( ) R. 3. A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts like a much more certain the vehicle wan? ng a tire can slip... off the engine. Set the parking brake firmly, 2 Put an automatic transmission . If air goes out of the vehicle, at the front and rear the of the traffic lane. t,o Turn on the other side of a tire...
Owner's Manual
Page 245
... Chains" in the Index.)Then shift as you do need to be towed out. pedal when the transmission is gear. If back and forth betweenREVERSE (R) and a forward too fast while shiftingyour transmission back gear (or with a manual transmission, between FIRST (I or SECOND ( 2 ) and REVERSE (R)), spinning the wheels as little as well the tires. will...
... Chains" in the Index.)Then shift as you do need to be towed out. pedal when the transmission is gear. If back and forth betweenREVERSE (R) and a forward too fast while shiftingyour transmission back gear (or with a manual transmission, between FIRST (I or SECOND ( 2 ) and REVERSE (R)), spinning the wheels as little as well the tires. will...
Owner's Manual
Page 246
...18 Air Cleaner 6-22 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6-27 Manual Transmission Fluid 6-29 Engine Coolant 6-33 Power Steering Fluid 6-35 Windshield Washer Fluid 6-36 Brakes 6-40 Battery 6-4 1 Bulb Replacement 6-49 6-58 6-58 6-61 6-63 6-64 4-65 Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside Your Pontiac of Care of Safety Belts... of with and then it shows how to its appearance care. There also technical informationabout your Pontiac. This section begins service and fuel information, of Cleaning the Outside Your Pontiac Aluminum or Chrome Wheels Tires 6-66 6-67 6-68 6-68 6-68 6-73 6-73 Underbody ...
...18 Air Cleaner 6-22 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6-27 Manual Transmission Fluid 6-29 Engine Coolant 6-33 Power Steering Fluid 6-35 Windshield Washer Fluid 6-36 Brakes 6-40 Battery 6-4 1 Bulb Replacement 6-49 6-58 6-58 6-61 6-63 6-64 4-65 Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside Your Pontiac of Care of Safety Belts... of with and then it shows how to its appearance care. There also technical informationabout your Pontiac. This section begins service and fuel information, of Cleaning the Outside Your Pontiac Aluminum or Chrome Wheels Tires 6-66 6-67 6-68 6-68 6-68 6-73 6-73 Underbody ...