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.... The 1998 Pontiac Firebird Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to drive under different conditions. Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find this something you want to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc.... Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Pontiac for assistance and how to operate your vehicle. 3-1 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells ...
.... The 1998 Pontiac Firebird Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to drive under different conditions. Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find this something you want to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc.... Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Pontiac for assistance and how to operate your vehicle. 3-1 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells ...
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... may traction light comes on, so adjust your driving accordingly. If you have the traction control system, this manual shows what to do. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. 2-84 The light will be there totell you should pulloff the road, stop your vehicle andturn off the engine as In "Problems... possible. LOW TRAC If you turn the ignition key to help avoid braking skid, this is too hot!It means that your engine coolant has overheated.
... may traction light comes on, so adjust your driving accordingly. If you have the traction control system, this manual shows what to do. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. 2-84 The light will be there totell you should pulloff the road, stop your vehicle andturn off the engine as In "Problems... possible. LOW TRAC If you turn the ignition key to help avoid braking skid, this is too hot!It means that your engine coolant has overheated.
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the If light doesn't comeon, have it wouldn't be coveredby your engine. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. Turn the ignition to then restart the engine to verify that the low coolant light goes out.See "Engine Coolant" in the ...
the If light doesn't comeon, have it wouldn't be coveredby your engine. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. Turn the ignition to then restart the engine to verify that the low coolant light goes out.See "Engine Coolant" in the ...
Owner's Manual
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... drive in advance. 4-37 Signal well in to THIRD (D) instead of engine and transmission overheating. If you are seeing your speed to around45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce the possibility of AUTOMATICOVERDRIVE @ When you towa trailer, your Pontiac dealer. The green arrows on the trailer are still working. Making &rns NOTICE: Making...
... drive in advance. 4-37 Signal well in to THIRD (D) instead of engine and transmission overheating. If you are seeing your speed to around45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce the possibility of AUTOMATICOVERDRIVE @ When you towa trailer, your Pontiac dealer. The green arrows on the trailer are still working. Making &rns NOTICE: Making...
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... move. of the chocks. If you find them quickly. Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating conditions. "Engine Overheating" See in place, releasethe regular brakes until the trailer clear of these is 4. People can be injured, and both your parking brake, and then shift...
... move. of the chocks. If you find them quickly. Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating conditions. "Engine Overheating" See in place, releasethe regular brakes until the trailer clear of these is 4. People can be injured, and both your parking brake, and then shift...
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do 5-2 5-3 5-8 5-15 5-17 5-21 Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Cooling System How to Add Coolant to about some problems that can occur on the Road Here you'll find what to the Radiator (3800 V6 Engine) Howto Add CoolanttotheRadiator (V8 Engine Only) 5-27 If Tire Flat a Goes 5-27 Changing Tire Flat a 5-40 Compact Tire Spare 5-4 1 IfYou're Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow 5-24 5-1 Section 5 Problems on the road.
do 5-2 5-3 5-8 5-15 5-17 5-21 Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Cooling System How to Add Coolant to about some problems that can occur on the Road Here you'll find what to the Radiator (3800 V6 Engine) Howto Add CoolanttotheRadiator (V8 Engine Only) 5-27 If Tire Flat a Goes 5-27 Changing Tire Flat a 5-40 Compact Tire Spare 5-4 1 IfYou're Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow 5-24 5-1 Section 5 Problems on the road.
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... would not be badly burned. Stay away from theengine if you (5.7LV8 engine only). in You or otherscould be covered by your warranty. 5-15 is overheated, the liquids it can burn you see or hear steam coming If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine from it overheats, and get everyone away... from an overheated engine can catchfire. Wait until the engine cool. Stop your engine if it . badly, even if you open the hood. may also find a coolant temperature...
... would not be badly burned. Stay away from theengine if you (5.7LV8 engine only). in You or otherscould be covered by your warranty. 5-15 is overheated, the liquids it can burn you see or hear steam coming If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine from it overheats, and get everyone away... from an overheated engine can catchfire. Wait until the engine cool. Stop your engine if it . badly, even if you open the hood. may also find a coolant temperature...
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Your vehicle's coolant warning system is overheating, both fans should be running . Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. 5-19 If the are engine is set for more information.) catch ...
Your vehicle's coolant warning system is overheating, both fans should be running . Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. 5-19 If the are engine is set for more information.) catch ...
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... in your vehicle 5 years or 150,000 miles for (240 000 whichever occurs first, if you needto add coolant to if your radiator, see "Engine Overheating" in the Index. How to Check The proper fluid should be added the level is low. Then to Use with engine... overheating or you add only If the level is Synthetic Gear Lubricant (GMP r No. 12378261) or at fill of The following explains your vehicleis filled with ...
... in your vehicle 5 years or 150,000 miles for (240 000 whichever occurs first, if you needto add coolant to if your radiator, see "Engine Overheating" in the Index. How to Check The proper fluid should be added the level is low. Then to Use with engine... overheating or you add only If the level is Synthetic Gear Lubricant (GMP r No. 12378261) or at fill of The following explains your vehicleis filled with ...
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... to spill it. Don't spill coolant on hot engine parts. Never turn the pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator arehot. See "Engine Overheating'' in the Index for information. I -- -- Adding Coolant to the Recovery Tank If you need more coolant,add the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture at therecovery...
... to spill it. Don't spill coolant on hot engine parts. Never turn the pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator arehot. See "Engine Overheating'' in the Index for information. I -- -- Adding Coolant to the Recovery Tank If you need more coolant,add the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture at therecovery...
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... radiator filler neck. Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with a clean rag. When to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. unless you hear a an unusual noise. the 6-31 A fluid loss inthis system could indicate a problem. How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment...
... radiator filler neck. Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with a clean rag. When to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. unless you hear a an unusual noise. the 6-31 A fluid loss inthis system could indicate a problem. How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment...
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Keep tires at the recommended pressure. I -- Overloading your Pontiac Warranty booklet details. See "Loading the Index. I A CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly tires used are mo cut, puncturedor broken by a leading tire ...and a serious Your Vehicle" in this section for inflation pressure adjustment for CAUTION: (Continued) Overinflated tires are dangerous. Worn, old tires can cause of overheating as overloaded tires. CAUTION: (Continued) -- 6-44 Check all tires frequently to obtain service, see your tires can cause accidents. Tire pressure should be ...
Keep tires at the recommended pressure. I -- Overloading your Pontiac Warranty booklet details. See "Loading the Index. I A CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly tires used are mo cut, puncturedor broken by a leading tire ...and a serious Your Vehicle" in this section for inflation pressure adjustment for CAUTION: (Continued) Overinflated tires are dangerous. Worn, old tires can cause of overheating as overloaded tires. CAUTION: (Continued) -- 6-44 Check all tires frequently to obtain service, see your tires can cause accidents. Tire pressure should be ...
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... System ...Engine ...6-10. 6-11 6-27 Coolant ...2-29 Coolant Heater ...Coolant Level Check ...7-32 2-84 Coolant Temperature Gage ...Exhaust ...2-42 FuseBlocks ...6-67 Identification ...6-62 OilLevelCheck ...7-32 Overheating ...5-15 Running While Parked ...2-43 Specifications ...6-68 StartingYour ...2-26 6-12 Engineoil ...Additives ...6-17 Checking ...6-13 Used ...6-17 6-14 What Kind Of Oil to Use ...WhentoAdd...
... System ...Engine ...6-10. 6-11 6-27 Coolant ...2-29 Coolant Heater ...Coolant Level Check ...7-32 2-84 Coolant Temperature Gage ...Exhaust ...2-42 FuseBlocks ...6-67 Identification ...6-62 OilLevelCheck ...7-32 Overheating ...5-15 Running While Parked ...2-43 Specifications ...6-68 StartingYour ...2-26 6-12 Engineoil ...Additives ...6-17 Checking ...6-13 Used ...6-17 6-14 What Kind Of Oil to Use ...WhentoAdd...
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... Into ...Shifting Out of ...Parking Parking Your Vehicle. Manual Transmission ...2-41 Passenger Position ...1-22. 1-28 Passing ...4-13 PASS-Key (8, II ...2-17 Periodic Maintenance Inspections ...7-36 Pontiac Cares Information ...8-2 Power 3-22 Antenna Mast Care ...DoorLocks ...2-5 OptionFuses ...6-63 Remote Control Mirror ...2-57 ...Brake ...Brake Mechanism Check ...Lots ...OverThingsThatBurn ...With a Trailer ... 5.21. 5.24 Radiator...
... Into ...Shifting Out of ...Parking Parking Your Vehicle. Manual Transmission ...2-41 Passenger Position ...1-22. 1-28 Passing ...4-13 PASS-Key (8, II ...2-17 Periodic Maintenance Inspections ...7-36 Pontiac Cares Information ...8-2 Power 3-22 Antenna Mast Care ...DoorLocks ...2-5 OptionFuses ...6-63 Remote Control Mirror ...2-57 ...Brake ...Brake Mechanism Check ...Lots ...OverThingsThatBurn ...With a Trailer ... 5.21. 5.24 Radiator...