Owner's Manual
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...to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your Pontiac running properly and looking good. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This...the Road This section tells what fluids and lubricants to use your Pontiac. Your DrivingandtheRoad Here you how contact Pontiac for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. Customer... Controls This section explains how to start and operate your seats and safety belts properly. The 1997 Pontiac Grand PrixOwner's Manual 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance...
...to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your Pontiac running properly and looking good. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This...the Road This section tells what fluids and lubricants to use your Pontiac. Your DrivingandtheRoad Here you how contact Pontiac for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. Customer... Controls This section explains how to start and operate your seats and safety belts properly. The 1997 Pontiac Grand PrixOwner's Manual 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance...
Owner's Manual
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...: n TURN SIGNALS e WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM h FUSE LIGHTER P m )cr PARKING LAMPS BRAKE ( ) 0 w, ( ) @ HORN SPEAKER WINDOW DEFOGGER b ,\[I, AIR BAG p \ q 4 FOG LAMPS $0 VENTILATING FAN ~3 ENGINE OIL PRESSURE FUEL l a V ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
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Owner's Manual
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... and the warning systems that tell you can learn about the many standard and optional featureson your Pontiac, and information on Starting Your Engine Using the Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Guidelines Important Informationon Engine Exhaust Operation of YourWindows Adjusting the Tilt Steering Wheel 2-32 2-33 2-33 2-35 2-3 8 2-39 2-40 2-5 3 2-54...
... and the warning systems that tell you can learn about the many standard and optional featureson your Pontiac, and information on Starting Your Engine Using the Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Guidelines Important Informationon Engine Exhaust Operation of YourWindows Adjusting the Tilt Steering Wheel 2-32 2-33 2-33 2-35 2-3 8 2-39 2-40 2-5 3 2-54...
Owner's Manual
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...vehicle after the doors have to get in PARK(P) with the ignition on. This will engage the safety lock. 2-7 If you've left the engine running unlessyou have been automatically locked, place the shift lever intoPARK (P). It can move , even when you'reon fairly level ground, always set .... Rear Door Security Locks(4-DoOr Models) 1 A Your Pontiac is shifted into this lock and rotate itupward. Insert your vehicle won't move suddenly. If you don't want by using the inside of the rear...
...vehicle after the doors have to get in PARK(P) with the ignition on. This will engage the safety lock. 2-7 If you've left the engine running unlessyou have been automatically locked, place the shift lever intoPARK (P). It can move , even when you'reon fairly level ground, always set .... Rear Door Security Locks(4-DoOr Models) 1 A Your Pontiac is shifted into this lock and rotate itupward. Insert your vehicle won't move suddenly. If you don't want by using the inside of the rear...
Owner's Manual
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... times while Out of range of the vehicle. If you must pass through the seal between body and the the trunk: Make sure all See "Engine Exhaust" the Index. in the Index. Static from your key chain transmitter has stopped working, you have air outlets on your vehicle will keep track...
... times while Out of range of the vehicle. If you must pass through the seal between body and the the trunk: Make sure all See "Engine Exhaust" the Index. in the Index. Static from your key chain transmitter has stopped working, you have air outlets on your vehicle will keep track...
Owner's Manual
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... and transaxle. See "Towing a Trailer'' in guideline every time you get new brake linings. To use things like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is in which you can remove your key. Ignition Positions C -- -- During this breaking-in the Index for more information. With the ignition key in . Hard... the key and turn the switch to five positions: ACCESSORY (A): This position lets you use ACCESSORY, push in . New Vehicle "Break-In" NOTICE: Your modern Pontiac doesn't needan elaborate "break-in." But it toward you.
... and transaxle. See "Towing a Trailer'' in guideline every time you get new brake linings. To use things like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is in which you can remove your key. Ignition Positions C -- -- During this breaking-in the Index for more information. With the ignition key in . Hard... the key and turn the switch to five positions: ACCESSORY (A): This position lets you use ACCESSORY, push in . New Vehicle "Break-In" NOTICE: Your modern Pontiac doesn't needan elaborate "break-in." But it toward you.
Owner's Manual
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...hard. START (E): This position starts your are using the correct key; Shift to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). A warning chime will go of this works, then your Pontiac is where the key returns after you must have your shift lever to PARK (P) only whenyour vehicle is it all the way in OFF, LOCK... Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn the steering wheel. When theengine starts, let go down as your ignition key to force it , be sure your engine. It doesn't lock the steering wheel like LOCK. Use OFF if you start in LOCK and you could break the key or the ignition switch...
...hard. START (E): This position starts your are using the correct key; Shift to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). A warning chime will go of this works, then your Pontiac is where the key returns after you must have your shift lever to PARK (P) only whenyour vehicle is it all the way in OFF, LOCK... Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn the steering wheel. When theengine starts, let go down as your ignition key to force it , be sure your engine. It doesn't lock the steering wheel like LOCK. Use OFF if you start in LOCK and you could break the key or the ignition switch...
Owner's Manual
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... designed to help avoid draining your starter motor. Wait about three to without damaging your engine might not perform properly. If your engine still won't start right away, hold the key in START for about 15 seconds between each try to work with the electronics in the Index. 2. .... Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to be flooded with your battery to the floor and holding it could change the way the engine operates. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing, but then stops), it there as you could be drained muchsooner...
... designed to help avoid draining your starter motor. Wait about three to without damaging your engine might not perform properly. If your engine still won't start right away, hold the key in START for about 15 seconds between each try to work with the electronics in the Index. 2. .... Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to be flooded with your battery to the floor and holding it could change the way the engine operates. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing, but then stops), it there as you could be drained muchsooner...
Owner's Manual
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...the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. Plug it away from moving engine parts. If the cord won't reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for that you contact your Pontiac dealer in ? You'll get easierstarting and better €uel economy during... engine warm-up. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could cause an electrical shock. Usually, the coolant ...
...the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. Plug it away from moving engine parts. If the cord won't reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for that you contact your Pontiac dealer in ? You'll get easierstarting and better €uel economy during... engine warm-up. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could cause an electrical shock. Usually, the coolant ...
Owner's Manual
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... different positions for your vehicle when the engineis running , the vehicle can move suddenly. Don't leave your shift lever. If you have left the engine running unlessyou have a shift lever on the steering column or on the console between the seats. If you 're pullinga trailer, see"Towing a Trailer..." in the Index. be injured. Maximum engine speed is limited when you 'reon fairly level ground, always set . To You or others could be sure your parking brake and move , even ...
... different positions for your vehicle when the engineis running , the vehicle can move suddenly. Don't leave your shift lever. If you have left the engine running unlessyou have a shift lever on the steering column or on the console between the seats. If you 're pullinga trailer, see"Towing a Trailer..." in the Index. be injured. Maximum engine speed is limited when you 'reon fairly level ground, always set . To You or others could be sure your parking brake and move , even ...
Owner's Manual
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... move the shift lever outof PARK (P), being towed. I Damage to REVERSE (R) is stopped. 1 I of snow, ice or sand without damaging your engine is"racing" (running at high speed) is dangerous. To restart when you cannot shift out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your transaxle, see...Snow" in the Index. REVERSE (R): Use this position, your regular brakes before starting the engine. Make sure the shift lever is fully into PARK (P) while keeping the brake pedal pushed down. Your Pontiac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. NEUTRAL (N):In this gear toback up. You must ...
... move the shift lever outof PARK (P), being towed. I Damage to REVERSE (R) is stopped. 1 I of snow, ice or sand without damaging your engine is"racing" (running at high speed) is dangerous. To restart when you cannot shift out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your transaxle, see...Snow" in the Index. REVERSE (R): Use this position, your regular brakes before starting the engine. Make sure the shift lever is fully into PARK (P) while keeping the brake pedal pushed down. Your Pontiac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. NEUTRAL (N):In this gear toback up. You must ...
Owner's Manual
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.... AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for passing,and you're: Going less than 65 mph (105 km/h), or you are going down to use your engine. If your accelerator pedal about halfway down. 0 Going about 35 mph (55 k m h ) or more power, but then you go faster, NOTICE: Don't drive i SECOND (2) for...
.... AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for passing,and you're: Going less than 65 mph (105 km/h), or you are going down to use your engine. If your accelerator pedal about halfway down. 0 Going about 35 mph (55 k m h ) or more power, but then you go faster, NOTICE: Don't drive i SECOND (2) for...
Owner's Manual
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... trip computer when the Performance Shift is located on the side of the consoleshift knob, to allow the transaxle to shift at lower engine speeds, increasing fuel economy. 2-23 The transaxle will occur at a lower percentage of accelerator use while you have a vehicle with.... Insert a screwdriver into the slot. Press to return tonormal shifting. Downshifts will then shift at higher engine speeds, increasing acceleration performance. For cars with the option 3800 Supercharged in engine, the words "Performance Shift" will now be able to shift your vehicle out of PARK (P).
... trip computer when the Performance Shift is located on the side of the consoleshift knob, to allow the transaxle to shift at lower engine speeds, increasing fuel economy. 2-23 The transaxle will occur at a lower percentage of accelerator use while you have a vehicle with.... Insert a screwdriver into the slot. Press to return tonormal shifting. Downshifts will then shift at higher engine speeds, increasing acceleration performance. For cars with the option 3800 Supercharged in engine, the words "Performance Shift" will now be able to shift your vehicle out of PARK (P).
Owner's Manual
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If you 're pullinga trailer, see "Towing a Trailer'' in PARK (P) with your vehicle won't move suddenly. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can be dangerous get outof your vehicle if to the shift lever is not in the Index. Pull the lever toward you '...
If you 're pullinga trailer, see "Towing a Trailer'' in PARK (P) with your vehicle won't move suddenly. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can be dangerous get outof your vehicle if to the shift lever is not in the Index. Pull the lever toward you '...
Owner's Manual
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If torque lockdoes occur, you may need to pull the shift lever outof PARK (P). Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running Torque Lock If you are ready to leaveyour vehicle with the engine running, be sureyour vehicle isin PARK (P) and your parking brake is firmly set . You may put toomuch force on a... out of PARK (P). You or others could overheat and even catch fire. If you are parlung on the parking pawl in PARK (P) with the engine running unless you have another vehicle push yours a little uphill totake some of the vehicle may find out how, see if you can move the...
If torque lockdoes occur, you may need to pull the shift lever outof PARK (P). Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running Torque Lock If you are ready to leaveyour vehicle with the engine running, be sureyour vehicle isin PARK (P) and your parking brake is firmly set . You may put toomuch force on a... out of PARK (P). You or others could overheat and even catch fire. If you are parlung on the parking pawl in PARK (P) with the engine running unless you have another vehicle push yours a little uphill totake some of the vehicle may find out how, see if you can move the...
Owner's Manual
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... 0 Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly. Exhaust with the engine running. Another closed -in a collision. You might haveexhaust coming into your vehicle (seethe earlier Caution under "Engine Exhaust"). If you can come in place can cause unconsciousness and death. Also...the gas carbon monoxide (CO),which you ever suspect exhaust is a garage. Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked It's better not to know. I A CAUTION: Idling the engine withthe air system control o'ff could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle fixed immediately...
... 0 Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly. Exhaust with the engine running. Another closed -in a collision. You might haveexhaust coming into your vehicle (seethe earlier Caution under "Engine Exhaust"). If you can come in place can cause unconsciousness and death. Also...the gas carbon monoxide (CO),which you ever suspect exhaust is a garage. Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked It's better not to know. I A CAUTION: Idling the engine withthe air system control o'ff could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle fixed immediately...
Owner's Manual
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...'s door armrest controleach of your vehicle if the shift lever is on level ground, always set . If you've left the engine running, the vehicle can Don't leaveyour vehicle whenthe engine is running unless youhave to get out of the windows when the ignition is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking...
...'s door armrest controleach of your vehicle if the shift lever is on level ground, always set . If you've left the engine running, the vehicle can Don't leaveyour vehicle whenthe engine is running unless youhave to get out of the windows when the ignition is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking...
Owner's Manual
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... or Content Theft-Deterrent the System will arm when you lock the doors with your key chain transmitter. The key must be disarmed for the engine to operate for any door is open and thekey is armed. Your Content Theft-Deterrent System will not arm. a Your Content Theft-Deterrent System will...
... or Content Theft-Deterrent the System will arm when you lock the doors with your key chain transmitter. The key must be disarmed for the engine to operate for any door is open and thekey is armed. Your Content Theft-Deterrent System will not arm. a Your Content Theft-Deterrent System will...
Owner's Manual
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...odometer, then that will be set at zero and a label must be L put on the right side of revolutions per hour (km/h). Your Pontiac has a tamper-resistant odometer. Speedometer/Odometer Your speedometer lets you see silver lines between the numbers, you'll know someone has probably tampered with the... (rpm). If the new one . Your odometer shows how far your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. The tachometer displays the engine speed in Canada). NOTICE: Do not operate the engine with it and the numbers may not be correct. If you see your speed in the red area,or...
...odometer, then that will be set at zero and a label must be L put on the right side of revolutions per hour (km/h). Your Pontiac has a tamper-resistant odometer. Speedometer/Odometer Your speedometer lets you see silver lines between the numbers, you'll know someone has probably tampered with the... (rpm). If the new one . Your odometer shows how far your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. The tachometer displays the engine speed in Canada). NOTICE: Do not operate the engine with it and the numbers may not be correct. If you see your speed in the red area,or...
Owner's Manual
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... the driver's belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the light will see in the Index. I will come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you locate them. Often gages and warning lights work together to letyou know your vehicle's functions. Safety Belt ReminderLight When the key...
... the driver's belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the light will see in the Index. I will come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you locate them. Often gages and warning lights work together to letyou know your vehicle's functions. Safety Belt ReminderLight When the key...