Owner's Manual
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... different conditions. It 2-1 3-1 4-1 5-1 Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your seats and safety belts properly. It also givesyou information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on the Road This section tells what fluids and lubricants to use your vehicle. Your Driving and the Road Here you...to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your vehicle running properly and looking good. also explains the "SRS"system. The 1998 Pontiac GrandAm Owner's Manual 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tellsyou how to use .
... different conditions. It 2-1 3-1 4-1 5-1 Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your seats and safety belts properly. It also givesyou information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on the Road This section tells what fluids and lubricants to use your vehicle. Your Driving and the Road Here you...to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your vehicle running properly and looking good. also explains the "SRS"system. The 1998 Pontiac GrandAm Owner's Manual 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tellsyou how to use .
Owner's Manual
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... support voluntary technician certification. WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH National Institutefor AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE This manual includes the latest information at the time it EXCELLENCE was printed.We reserve the right to make changes in U.S.A. French Language Manual: Please...For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a "General Motorsof Canada Limited" for Pontiac Division whenever it appears in this manual it . GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, PONTIAC, the PONTIAC Emblem and the name GRAND AM are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. DGN Marketing Services ...
... support voluntary technician certification. WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH National Institutefor AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE This manual includes the latest information at the time it EXCELLENCE was printed.We reserve the right to make changes in U.S.A. French Language Manual: Please...For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a "General Motorsof Canada Limited" for Pontiac Division whenever it appears in this manual it . GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, PONTIAC, the PONTIAC Emblem and the name GRAND AM are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. DGN Marketing Services ...
Owner's Manual
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... Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems Parts Replacing Restraint System After a Crash 1-1 can also and how You i learn aboutsome things you 'll find information about the seats in your Pontiac to Wear Safety Belts Properly Driver Position Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Right Front Passenger Position Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Rear Seat Passengers...
... Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems Parts Replacing Restraint System After a Crash 1-1 can also and how You i learn aboutsome things you 'll find information about the seats in your Pontiac to Wear Safety Belts Properly Driver Position Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Right Front Passenger Position Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Rear Seat Passengers...
Owner's Manual
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How the Air Bag System Works m The system checks the air bag electrical system for more information. See "Air Bag Readiness Light" in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-23 Where are the air bags? The driver'sair bag is in the Index for you malfunctions. AIR BAG There is an electrical problem. The light tells if there is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG.
How the Air Bag System Works m The system checks the air bag electrical system for more information. See "Air Bag Readiness Light" in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-23 Where are the air bags? The driver'sair bag is in the Index for you malfunctions. AIR BAG There is an electrical problem. The light tells if there is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG.
Owner's Manual
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..., then get fresh air by vehicle deformation. Some components of the system, when CAUTION: the sensorsare activated and driver's safety belt I information aboutthe readiness of the ar bag module-- There will be some parts for service. Air bag The possibly other parts. When an air ... air bag system that comeinto contact withyou may not even realize the bag air right front passenger bag. and diagnostic module, which records information about the air bag system.The module records I usage at deployment. See your inflation doesn't prevent the driver from seeing or from vehicle...
..., then get fresh air by vehicle deformation. Some components of the system, when CAUTION: the sensorsare activated and driver's safety belt I information aboutthe readiness of the ar bag module-- There will be some parts for service. Air bag The possibly other parts. When an air ... air bag system that comeinto contact withyou may not even realize the bag air right front passenger bag. and diagnostic module, which records information about the air bag system.The module records I usage at deployment. See your inflation doesn't prevent the driver from seeing or from vehicle...
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You may have information about servicing your vehicleis ever in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for you is qualified to an ..., see "Service and Owner Publications" in several places around your vehicle ever gets intolot of the airbag system. such as parts. Your dealer and the Grand Am Service Manual have to replace the air bag module in a flood,or if it's exposed to water that soaks the carpet, you are probably...
You may have information about servicing your vehicleis ever in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for you is qualified to an ..., see "Service and Owner Publications" in several places around your vehicle ever gets intolot of the airbag system. such as parts. Your dealer and the Grand Am Service Manual have to replace the air bag module in a flood,or if it's exposed to water that soaks the carpet, you are probably...
Owner's Manual
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...If Equipped) Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Accessory Power Outlet Sunroof (If Equipped) The Instrument Panel --Your Information System Warning Lights, Gagesand Indicators 2-1 v 2-2 2-4 2-7 2-11 2- 12 2- 13 2- 14 Section 2 FeaturesandControls Here you can... learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, and is shifting and braking.Also explained are the instrument panel the warning systems that tell you havea problem. and...
...If Equipped) Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Accessory Power Outlet Sunroof (If Equipped) The Instrument Panel --Your Information System Warning Lights, Gagesand Indicators 2-1 v 2-2 2-4 2-7 2-11 2- 12 2- 13 2- 14 Section 2 FeaturesandControls Here you can... learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, and is shifting and braking.Also explained are the instrument panel the warning systems that tell you havea problem. and...
Owner's Manual
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... elaborate an "break-in." But it toward you turn it will stay locked. 2-14 Don't make full-throttle starts. 0 Avoid making hard stops for more information. -- -- During this breaking-in the Index for the first 200 miles (322km)or so. See "Towinga nailer'' in guideline every time you followthese guidelines: 0 Don...
... elaborate an "break-in." But it toward you turn it will stay locked. 2-14 Don't make full-throttle starts. 0 Avoid making hard stops for more information. -- -- During this breaking-in the Index for the first 200 miles (322km)or so. See "Towinga nailer'' in guideline every time you followthese guidelines: 0 Don...
Owner's Manual
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... doesn't come on. The system check includesthe air bag sensor, the bag modules, air the wiring andthe crash sensing and diagnostic module. "Air For more information on instrument the panel, which shows AIR BAG. AIR BAG If the a r bag readinesslight stays on then,have it fixed so it will flash for...
... doesn't come on. The system check includesthe air bag sensor, the bag modules, air the wiring andthe crash sensing and diagnostic module. "Air For more information on instrument the panel, which shows AIR BAG. AIR BAG If the a r bag readinesslight stays on then,have it fixed so it will flash for...
Owner's Manual
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... released, it will be a problem with the system. Enhanced Traction System Warning Light (If Equipped) t The Enhanced Traction System warning may come light on for information.) The warninglight will come on when you set your parking brake with the engine running, andit will If stay on . 0 If the warninglight doesn't comeon...
... released, it will be a problem with the system. Enhanced Traction System Warning Light (If Equipped) t The Enhanced Traction System warning may come light on for information.) The warninglight will come on when you set your parking brake with the engine running, andit will If stay on . 0 If the warninglight doesn't comeon...
Owner's Manual
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... Leaving on different kinds of Control Driving at Night and Driving in varying weather conditions. Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find information about driving on a Long Trip Highway Hypnosis Hl and Mountain Roads il Winter Driving Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer 4-1
... Leaving on different kinds of Control Driving at Night and Driving in varying weather conditions. Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find information about driving on a Long Trip Highway Hypnosis Hl and Mountain Roads il Winter Driving Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer 4-1
Owner's Manual
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.... (82 kg) person who was drinking According tothe American Medical Association, a the and driving. The person would reach the (120 same BAC by some general information the problem. For persons under 2 1, it depends on here is consumed before and during drinking 0 Attentiveness. 0 The length of time it has taken the drinker...
.... (82 kg) person who was drinking According tothe American Medical Association, a the and driving. The person would reach the (120 same BAC by some general information the problem. For persons under 2 1, it depends on here is consumed before and during drinking 0 Attentiveness. 0 The length of time it has taken the drinker...
Owner's Manual
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... MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR FRT GAWR RR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE U.S. The Tire-Loading Information label found on the driver's door you can be of the driver's door. The other labelis the Certificationlabel, found on the rear edge of in ...your vehicle. SPA. Two labels on your vehicle and the total weight that can carry. also gives you important It information about the number people that you the proper size, tells speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for your vehicle show how much weight it may...
... MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR FRT GAWR RR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE U.S. The Tire-Loading Information label found on the driver's door you can be of the driver's door. The other labelis the Certificationlabel, found on the rear edge of in ...your vehicle. SPA. Two labels on your vehicle and the total weight that can carry. also gives you important It information about the number people that you the proper size, tells speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for your vehicle show how much weight it may...
Owner's Manual
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...drag the added weight. You and your passengerscould be used properly. >o not tow a trailer if your vehicle is of your passengers.So please read the information in this section carefully before you pull a trailer. P l a trailer only if you have followed all . your dealerfor advice Ask and... information about towing a trailer with a !.4L (Code T) engine. identify what the To is vehicle trailering capacity for your safety and that appears later in "Weight of...
...drag the added weight. You and your passengerscould be used properly. >o not tow a trailer if your vehicle is of your passengers.So please read the information in this section carefully before you pull a trailer. P l a trailer only if you have followed all . your dealerfor advice Ask and... information about towing a trailer with a !.4L (Code T) engine. identify what the To is vehicle trailering capacity for your safety and that appears later in "Weight of...
Owner's Manual
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... restrictions when towing a trailer. If You Do Decide T Pl A nailer o ul If you your rig. Don't drive faster than the maximum posted speed no for information can a trailer safelybe? 0 It shouldnever weigh more than 1,000 lbs. (450 kg). And,it can also depend any special equipmentthat you have to pull a temperature...
... restrictions when towing a trailer. If You Do Decide T Pl A nailer o ul If you your rig. Don't drive faster than the maximum posted speed no for information can a trailer safelybe? 0 It shouldnever weigh more than 1,000 lbs. (450 kg). And,it can also depend any special equipmentthat you have to pull a temperature...
Owner's Manual
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...After you 're using a weight-carrying hitch, the trailer weight of 12 riding in 4-37 You can write us at: Pontiac Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac, Michigan 48340-2952 In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, ... moving some items around the trailer. If you have a weight-distributing in the Index for our trailering information or advice, or you can ask your dealer for more information about your then the tongue, separately, to if the weights are proper. The Gross Vehicle Weight tongue ...
...After you 're using a weight-carrying hitch, the trailer weight of 12 riding in 4-37 You can write us at: Pontiac Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac, Michigan 48340-2952 In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, ... moving some items around the trailer. If you have a weight-distributing in the Index for our trailering information or advice, or you can ask your dealer for more information about your then the tongue, separately, to if the weights are proper. The Gross Vehicle Weight tongue ...
Owner's Manual
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...: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or fascidfog light damage occur. Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to read all the information in the T-hook slots. Alwaysuse T-hooks inserted in "TowingYour Vehicle" earlier i n this section. 5-10 NOTICE: Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle...
...: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or fascidfog light damage occur. Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to read all the information in the T-hook slots. Alwaysuse T-hooks inserted in "TowingYour Vehicle" earlier i n this section. 5-10 NOTICE: Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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Also be information in the bottom of each I Before hooking up to a tow truck,sure to read all the be sure to keep the from locking duringtow. automatic door locks 5-11 NOTE:The ignitionkey must beOFF to the proper hook-up for your use particular vehicle. Rear Towing Tow Limits -- 55 mph (88 kmh), 500 Miles (800 km) Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of the floor pan, just behind the front wheels on both sides. lower control arm. 1 I \ \ - Attach T-hook chains into the slots in "Towing Your Vehicle" earlier inthis section.
Also be information in the bottom of each I Before hooking up to a tow truck,sure to read all the be sure to keep the from locking duringtow. automatic door locks 5-11 NOTE:The ignitionkey must beOFF to the proper hook-up for your use particular vehicle. Rear Towing Tow Limits -- 55 mph (88 kmh), 500 Miles (800 km) Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of the floor pan, just behind the front wheels on both sides. lower control arm. 1 I \ \ - Attach T-hook chains into the slots in "Towing Your Vehicle" earlier inthis section.
Owner's Manual
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.... Don't touch them. They you are underpressure, and if you do it If isn't, your warranty. it . (See "Engine Coolant" in the Index for more information.) Heater and radiator hoses, and otherengine parts, canbe veryhot. Wait forthe cooling system and coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if you haven't found...
.... Don't touch them. They you are underpressure, and if you do it If isn't, your warranty. it . (See "Engine Coolant" in the Index for more information.) Heater and radiator hoses, and otherengine parts, canbe veryhot. Wait forthe cooling system and coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if you haven't found...
Owner's Manual
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Lift and remove the cover. The following steps tell youhow to remove it. I Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you'll need is in this section for more information about the compact spare. Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk. See "Compact Spare Tire" later in the trunk. Turn the center retainer nut on the compact spare cover to the left to use the iack and will charwe a tire. 5-24
Lift and remove the cover. The following steps tell youhow to remove it. I Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you'll need is in this section for more information about the compact spare. Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk. See "Compact Spare Tire" later in the trunk. Turn the center retainer nut on the compact spare cover to the left to use the iack and will charwe a tire. 5-24