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The diagnosticsystem can detect this. If so, your electrical system may not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air are sucked into the fuel linecausing a misfire. If none of fuel, your engine may be wet. As your engine starts to turn have ...efficiently as stalling after start-up, stalling when you recently put the vehicle intogear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (These conditions may go away once the engineis warmed up.) This will require at least one ormore of the proper fuel toturn the lightoff. Adding fuel ...
The diagnosticsystem can detect this. If so, your electrical system may not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air are sucked into the fuel linecausing a misfire. If none of fuel, your engine may be wet. As your engine starts to turn have ...efficiently as stalling after start-up, stalling when you recently put the vehicle intogear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (These conditions may go away once the engineis warmed up.) This will require at least one ormore of the proper fuel toturn the lightoff. Adding fuel ...
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... about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. 3-2 3-2 3-4 3-4 3-8 3-8 3-8 3-9 3- 10 Comfort Controls Air Conditioning, Air Conditioning with Electronic Controls Air Conditioning, Air Conditioning with Automatic and Auxiliary Temperature Control Heating, Air Conditioning with Electronic Controls Heating, Air Conditioning with Automatic and Auxiliary Temperature Controls Ventilation System and Tips Tips for Defogging and Defrosting Rear Window Defogger... Understanding Radio Reception Adding Sound Equipment to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your Pontiac.
... about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. 3-2 3-2 3-4 3-4 3-8 3-8 3-8 3-9 3- 10 Comfort Controls Air Conditioning, Air Conditioning with Electronic Controls Air Conditioning, Air Conditioning with Automatic and Auxiliary Temperature Control Heating, Air Conditioning with Electronic Controls Heating, Air Conditioning with Automatic and Auxiliary Temperature Controls Ventilation System and Tips Tips for Defogging and Defrosting Rear Window Defogger... Understanding Radio Reception Adding Sound Equipment to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your Pontiac.
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... the defrost and side window vents. 3-2 Most of the air inside your windows closed while using it through the system. Comfort Controls Air Conditioning with ElectronicControls Temperature Knob The center knob changes the temperature of air you want. The fan must be on tQ run automatically ...in outside air and Fan Knob The left knob selects the amount of .the air coming through the instrument ...
... the defrost and side window vents. 3-2 Most of the air inside your windows closed while using it through the system. Comfort Controls Air Conditioning with ElectronicControls Temperature Knob The center knob changes the temperature of air you want. The fan must be on tQ run automatically ...in outside air and Fan Knob The left knob selects the amount of .the air coming through the instrument ...
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... is pressed. ,You don't have to press the button to run automatically in these modes. 3-3 The air conditioning compressor will bring outside a r and cool it to your upper body, while sending slightly warmed air toyour lower body. compressor. w. in On cool, but sunny days, the sun may warm your upper...and side window vents. For quick cool-down . The indicator light above the button will glow when the button is below 38°F (3.3"C). Air Conditioning On very hot days,open the windows long enough to the floor ducts and the side window vent. Someof the airgoes to let hot, ...
... is pressed. ,You don't have to press the button to run automatically in these modes. 3-3 The air conditioning compressor will bring outside a r and cool it to your upper body, while sending slightly warmed air toyour lower body. compressor. w. in On cool, but sunny days, the sun may warm your upper...and side window vents. For quick cool-down . The indicator light above the button will glow when the button is below 38°F (3.3"C). Air Conditioning On very hot days,open the windows long enough to the floor ducts and the side window vent. Someof the airgoes to let hot, ...
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See "Engine Coolant Heater" in the Index. Ventilation Air Conditioning with Automatic and Auxiliary Temperature Control (If Equipped) For mild outside air, heat it and send it . The system will bring in outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed, use UPPER, with...desired cabin temperature) or you set a "desired cabin" temperature. If your vehicle has an engine coolantheater, you keep your system provide warm air fasterwhen it . 3-4 To warm passengers while keeping the windows clean, use DEFOG. Heating On cold days use FLOOR with thetemperature knob all the...
See "Engine Coolant Heater" in the Index. Ventilation Air Conditioning with Automatic and Auxiliary Temperature Control (If Equipped) For mild outside air, heat it and send it . The system will bring in outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed, use UPPER, with...desired cabin temperature) or you set a "desired cabin" temperature. If your vehicle has an engine coolantheater, you keep your system provide warm air fasterwhen it . 3-4 To warm passengers while keeping the windows clean, use DEFOG. Heating On cold days use FLOOR with thetemperature knob all the...
Owner's Manual
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... your Driver Set Temperature is 73°F (23 "C) and you are in cold weather, below freezing or after being parked overnight). The air will select the best fan speed and airflow settings to keep you comfortable. Automatic Control For the most efficient operation, you should set the temperature...start out ata low speed and the blower speed will operate to four minutes before the fan comes on DUAL button isn't lit. The air conditioning compressor will move the temperaturedoors to it's highest speed, unless you set the system temperature and press AUTO. The system will show your...
... your Driver Set Temperature is 73°F (23 "C) and you are in cold weather, below freezing or after being parked overnight). The air will select the best fan speed and airflow settings to keep you comfortable. Automatic Control For the most efficient operation, you should set the temperature...start out ata low speed and the blower speed will operate to four minutes before the fan comes on DUAL button isn't lit. The air conditioning compressor will move the temperaturedoors to it's highest speed, unless you set the system temperature and press AUTO. The system will show your...
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... maintain your desired comfort point, the blower will decrease and the temperature door will be recirculated for maximum cooling performance. The air conditioning compressor will automatically move to a warmer position to control the direction of airflow when the system is pressed. The system will... run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is not in the outside air and 4* directs it through the instrument panel outlets. 3-6 Theblower will move the temperature doors to A/C vents and the floor. (Bi...
... maintain your desired comfort point, the blower will decrease and the temperature door will be recirculated for maximum cooling performance. The air conditioning compressor will automatically move to a warmer position to control the direction of airflow when the system is pressed. The system will... run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is not in the outside air and 4* directs it through the instrument panel outlets. 3-6 Theblower will move the temperature doors to A/C vents and the floor. (Bi...
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... sunny days, the sun may warm your upper body, but your vehicle may not be warm enough. The remaining airflow comes out of time, the air in . DEFOG: This setting allows half the a r to go to cool down on hot days, use BI-LEV with the A/C button pushed in ...the outside temperature is directed through the defrost vent. The system will run automatically in . Half of the air through the floor ducts a little to the defrost and and side window vents. +* Air Conditioning On very hot days, open the windows long enough to the defroster and window vents. Thisreduces the time ...
... sunny days, the sun may warm your upper body, but your vehicle may not be warm enough. The remaining airflow comes out of time, the air in . DEFOG: This setting allows half the a r to go to cool down on hot days, use BI-LEV with the A/C button pushed in ...the outside temperature is directed through the defrost vent. The system will run automatically in . Half of the air through the floor ducts a little to the defrost and and side window vents. +* Air Conditioning On very hot days, open the windows long enough to the defroster and window vents. Thisreduces the time ...
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...To defrost thewindows quickly, use DEE To warm passengers while keeping the windows clean, use LOWER. Outside air will bring in outside air, heat it and send it is running. 3-8 See "Engine Coolant Heater" in this section. If... your vehicle has an engine coolant heater, you can use it tohelp your system providewarm air faster when it's cold outside air through your engine and heating system use UPPER with the A/Cbutton off, to direct outside 0°F ... use DEFOG. The system will also enter the vehicle when the air conditioning fan is moving the louvered vents.
...To defrost thewindows quickly, use DEE To warm passengers while keeping the windows clean, use LOWER. Outside air will bring in outside air, heat it and send it is running. 3-8 See "Engine Coolant Heater" in this section. If... your vehicle has an engine coolant heater, you can use it tohelp your system providewarm air faster when it's cold outside air through your engine and heating system use UPPER with the A/Cbutton off, to direct outside 0°F ... use DEFOG. The system will also enter the vehicle when the air conditioning fan is moving the louvered vents.
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... Press this button to advance to your dealer. NEXT (2): Press this button to go back to play . Completely close the door to indicate: 0 0 The air is too rough. E30: Focus Error E31: Tracking Error E32: Motor Error E33: CD Changer Communication Error E34: CD Changer Door Open E 3 5 CD ... errormessage to the receiver to restore normal operation. An empty magazine is inserted in the compact disc player or changer, the following conditions may have played. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, please contact your dealer when reporting the problem.
... Press this button to advance to your dealer. NEXT (2): Press this button to go back to play . Completely close the door to indicate: 0 0 The air is too rough. E30: Focus Error E31: Tracking Error E32: Motor Error E33: CD Changer Communication Error E34: CD Changer Door Open E 3 5 CD ... errormessage to the receiver to restore normal operation. An empty magazine is inserted in the compact disc player or changer, the following conditions may have played. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, please contact your dealer when reporting the problem.
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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about your Pontiac. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it is Time to Buy New Tires Wheel Alignment Cleaning the ... Recommended Appearance Care Materials Your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) The Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers Replacement Bulb Types for Your Vehicle Capacities and Specifications Air Conditioning Specifications Normal Replacement Parts There is also technical information about the care of your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care. 6-2 6-3 6-5 ...
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about your Pontiac. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it is Time to Buy New Tires Wheel Alignment Cleaning the ... Recommended Appearance Care Materials Your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) The Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers Replacement Bulb Types for Your Vehicle Capacities and Specifications Air Conditioning Specifications Normal Replacement Parts There is also technical information about the care of your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care. 6-2 6-3 6-5 ...
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...system, allowing your instrument panel may fail a smog-check test. In the event it . ask your authorized Pontiac dealer €or service. If fuels containing MMT are used , repairs may be available in your warranty....federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be covered under your vehicle will help clean the air. can corrode It metal parts inyour fuel system and also damage plastic andrubber parts. That damage ... tune-up label), it is the type of the condition is designed to your service station operator whether or not his fuel contains MMT.
...system, allowing your instrument panel may fail a smog-check test. In the event it . ask your authorized Pontiac dealer €or service. If fuels containing MMT are used , repairs may be available in your warranty....federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be covered under your vehicle will help clean the air. can corrode It metal parts inyour fuel system and also damage plastic andrubber parts. That damage ... tune-up label), it is the type of the condition is designed to your service station operator whether or not his fuel contains MMT.
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...is designed to regulate the increased pressure required during idling and light throttle cruising, the excess air that the supercharger is pumping is not desired, such as during specific driving conditions. Before closing the hood, be on level ground. 6-12 Since thesupercharger is a pump and... is driven from an engine accessory drive belt, increased pressure is added reminder. 3800 Supercharged Engine (If Equipped) Your Pontiac may have a 3800 Supercharged ...
...is designed to regulate the increased pressure required during idling and light throttle cruising, the excess air that the supercharger is pumping is not desired, such as during specific driving conditions. Before closing the hood, be on level ground. 6-12 Since thesupercharger is a pump and... is driven from an engine accessory drive belt, increased pressure is added reminder. 3800 Supercharged Engine (If Equipped) Your Pontiac may have a 3800 Supercharged ...
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... road, your vehicle pulling one it (except some aluminum wheels, which all passenger car tires must meet under controlled conditions on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. See your Pontiac dealer if any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. Grades B and A represent higher levels... give you notice unusual tire wear or your wheels may need to a level of performance on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. If the wheel leaks air, replace it rep1,aces. 6-52 The temperature grades are not needed.
... road, your vehicle pulling one it (except some aluminum wheels, which all passenger car tires must meet under controlled conditions on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. See your Pontiac dealer if any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. Grades B and A represent higher levels... give you notice unusual tire wear or your wheels may need to a level of performance on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. If the wheel leaks air, replace it rep1,aces. 6-52 The temperature grades are not needed.
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...M) ...11.0 quarts (10.42 L) 3800 (Code K) ...10.2 quarts (9.63 L) 3800 Supercharged (Code 1) ...10.2 quarts (9.63 L) Refrigerunt (R- 134a), Air Conditioning" ...1.9 pounds (0.85 kg) 6-72 Automatic Transaxle Overdrive with Filter Change) 3 100 (Code M) ...4.5 quarts (4.3 L) 3800 (Code K) ...4.5 quarts (4.3L) ...3800 Supercharged (Code 1) ...5 quarts (4.7 L) Fuel Tank ...18.0 gallons (68.0 L) *See "Air Conditioning Refrigerants '' later in the Index for more fluid may be needed, 3100 (Code M) Engine Specifications Type ...V6 Displacement ...191 CID (3.1L ...
...M) ...11.0 quarts (10.42 L) 3800 (Code K) ...10.2 quarts (9.63 L) 3800 Supercharged (Code 1) ...10.2 quarts (9.63 L) Refrigerunt (R- 134a), Air Conditioning" ...1.9 pounds (0.85 kg) 6-72 Automatic Transaxle Overdrive with Filter Change) 3 100 (Code M) ...4.5 quarts (4.3 L) 3800 (Code K) ...4.5 quarts (4.3L) ...3800 Supercharged (Code 1) ...5 quarts (4.7 L) Fuel Tank ...18.0 gallons (68.0 L) *See "Air Conditioning Refrigerants '' later in the Index for more fluid may be needed, 3100 (Code M) Engine Specifications Type ...V6 Displacement ...191 CID (3.1L ...
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...) Normal Maintenance ReplacementParts Air Cleaner Filter ...All Engines ...A1208C Battery 3100 (Code M) ...600 CCA 3800 (Code K) ...690 CCA 3800 Supercharged (Code 1) ...770 CCA Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system inyour vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure theproper refrigerant is used. If you're not sure, ask your Pontiac dealer.
...) Normal Maintenance ReplacementParts Air Cleaner Filter ...All Engines ...A1208C Battery 3100 (Code M) ...600 CCA 3800 (Code K) ...690 CCA 3800 Supercharged (Code 1) ...770 CCA Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system inyour vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure theproper refrigerant is used. If you're not sure, ask your Pontiac dealer.
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... Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keepyour vehicle in go'od working condition, but also helps the environment. Improper vehicle maintenance can increase the level of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can even affect... the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your Pontiac dealer f o r details. 7-2 See your Warranty andOwPzer Assistance booklet, or your rtew vehicle warranties. To help protectour environment, and to keep your vehicle in good condition, please maintain your vehicle. All recommended maintenance procedures...
... Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keepyour vehicle in go'od working condition, but also helps the environment. Improper vehicle maintenance can increase the level of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can even affect... the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your Pontiac dealer f o r details. 7-2 See your Warranty andOwPzer Assistance booklet, or your rtew vehicle warranties. To help protectour environment, and to keep your vehicle in good condition, please maintain your vehicle. All recommended maintenance procedures...
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...Air Cleaner Filter Inspection, if driving in stop-and-go traffic). Every 100,000 Miles (166000 km): Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Every 150,000 Miles (240000 km): Cooling System Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first). Follow the Short TripKityMaintenance Schedule if any o these conditions... delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial application. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection. If the vehicle is that these conditions is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Tire Rotation. These intervals only ...
...Air Cleaner Filter Inspection, if driving in stop-and-go traffic). Every 100,000 Miles (166000 km): Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Every 150,000 Miles (240000 km): Cooling System Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first). Follow the Short TripKityMaintenance Schedule if any o these conditions... delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial application. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection. If the vehicle is that these conditions is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Tire Rotation. These intervals only ...
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... Location ...Readiness Light ...1.23. 2.65 1-27 Servicing ...What Makes it Inflate ...1-25 What Will You See After it Inflates ...1-26 1-25 When Should it Inflate ...Air Cleaner ...6- 19 Air Conditioning ...3.3. 3.7 Air Conditioning Refrigerants ...6-73 Alignment and Balance.
... Location ...Readiness Light ...1.23. 2.65 1-27 Servicing ...What Makes it Inflate ...1-25 What Will You See After it Inflates ...1-26 1-25 When Should it Inflate ...Air Cleaner ...6- 19 Air Conditioning ...3.3. 3.7 Air Conditioning Refrigerants ...6-73 Alignment and Balance.
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... Daymight ...2-53 Adults ...1-14 Rearview Mirror, Inside Daymight ...2-53 Care ...6-58 Reclining Front Seatbacks ...1-5 Center Passenger.Position...1-28 ...Recovery Tank, Coolant ...5- 16 Children 1-36 Refrigerants,Air Conditioning ...6-73 Driver Position ...1-14 Remote Extender ...l-63 Keyless Entry ...2-8 How to Wear Properly ...1-14 Trunk Release ...2- 12 Incorrect Usage ...1-17.1-61. 1-62 Replacement LapBelt ...,...l-28...
... Daymight ...2-53 Adults ...1-14 Rearview Mirror, Inside Daymight ...2-53 Care ...6-58 Reclining Front Seatbacks ...1-5 Center Passenger.Position...1-28 ...Recovery Tank, Coolant ...5- 16 Children 1-36 Refrigerants,Air Conditioning ...6-73 Driver Position ...1-14 Remote Extender ...l-63 Keyless Entry ...2-8 How to Wear Properly ...1-14 Trunk Release ...2- 12 Incorrect Usage ...1-17.1-61. 1-62 Replacement LapBelt ...,...l-28...