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The 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix Owner's Manual 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you 'll find of You something you want to read. how Your Driving and the Road ... audio system. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to doyou have a problem whiledriving, such asa flat tire or overheated engine, etc. i Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to operate your seats and...
The 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix Owner's Manual 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you 'll find of You something you want to read. how Your Driving and the Road ... audio system. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to doyou have a problem whiledriving, such asa flat tire or overheated engine, etc. i Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to operate your seats and...
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... control can be dangerous where you can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could bestartled and even lose control. On such roads,fast changes in tire traction can 't drive safely at theend of the lever and release it. Don't /A CAUTION: If you don't want to . Keep the cruise control switch off...
... control can be dangerous where you can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could bestartled and even lose control. On such roads,fast changes in tire traction can 't drive safely at theend of the lever and release it. Don't /A CAUTION: If you don't want to . Keep the cruise control switch off...
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... go where Braking action involves reaction time. And, of course, actual stopping distances greatly vary with the surfaceof the road (whether it togo. tire of brake force applied. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination and eyesight all play a pat. But evenin 314 of a second, a vehicle... moving at the places where the tires meet the road. That could be less with two another. All three systems have do alcohol, drugsand frustration. Then you have to decide ...
... go where Braking action involves reaction time. And, of course, actual stopping distances greatly vary with the surfaceof the road (whether it togo. tire of brake force applied. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination and eyesight all play a pat. But evenin 314 of a second, a vehicle... moving at the places where the tires meet the road. That could be less with two another. All three systems have do alcohol, drugsand frustration. Then you have to decide ...
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... programmed to stop rolling, the computer will wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. Let's say the road is about to make the mostof available tire and road conditions. separately work the brakes each front wheel and at at both rear wheels. 4-8 You slam on of you brake, your computer keeps...
... programmed to stop rolling, the computer will wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. Let's say the road is about to make the mostof available tire and road conditions. separately work the brakes each front wheel and at at both rear wheels. 4-8 You slam on of you brake, your computer keeps...
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... speeds at the button again. Variable Effort Steering (Option) This steering system provides lighter steering effort for parking and when driving at A lot of the tires againstthe road surface makes it will shut-off , the Enhanced Traction System warning light come on curves. If you've ever than even the very...
... speeds at the button again. Variable Effort Steering (Option) This steering system provides lighter steering effort for parking and when driving at A lot of the tires againstthe road surface makes it will shut-off , the Enhanced Traction System warning light come on curves. If you've ever than even the very...
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Then you . Both control systems steering and -parked cars and stops right front of your tires and the road surface, the angle at which the curve is banked, and your speed so you can stop in accelerator pedal, steer the vehicle ... be more effective can than braking. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. adjust your lane, or a car suddenly p Suppose you approach a curve, do their work where the tires meet avoid these . Try to go , and slow down. Steering in this up these problems by braking if you can "drive" through a sharp curve. have...
Then you . Both control systems steering and -parked cars and stops right front of your tires and the road surface, the angle at which the curve is banked, and your speed so you can stop in accelerator pedal, steer the vehicle ... be more effective can than braking. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. adjust your lane, or a car suddenly p Suppose you approach a curve, do their work where the tires meet avoid these . Try to go , and slow down. Steering in this up these problems by braking if you can "drive" through a sharp curve. have...
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edge of a road onto the shoulder while you can turn the steering wheel up to one-quarteru n u t l the t r ni right front tire contacts the pavement edge. Then your rightwheels have avoided the object. WARTER TURN An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision.If you ...
edge of a road onto the shoulder while you can turn the steering wheel up to one-quarteru n u t l the t r ni right front tire contacts the pavement edge. Then your rightwheels have avoided the object. WARTER TURN An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision.If you ...
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..., don't give up. Even though the brake lamps are enough far ahead of the passed vehicle see its front your to in a curvecauses tires to A cornering skid is also best handled by easing your off the accelerator pedal. can lose control the vehicle. of less danger. If ...and constantly seek an escape route area of Defensive drivers avoid most skids taking reasonable by those conditions. Reconsider before moving vehicle too rapidly. tires meet the road do not have the Enhanced Traction System or Let's review what driving experts say about what the driver has asked. ...
..., don't give up. Even though the brake lamps are enough far ahead of the passed vehicle see its front your to in a curvecauses tires to A cornering skid is also best handled by easing your off the accelerator pedal. can lose control the vehicle. of less danger. If ...and constantly seek an escape route area of Defensive drivers avoid most skids taking reasonable by those conditions. Reconsider before moving vehicle too rapidly. tires meet the road do not have the Enhanced Traction System or Let's review what driving experts say about what the driver has asked. ...
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.... Learn to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. One reason is more limited. by lower gear). Any sudden changes could cause the tires to be ready a for second skidif it occurs. If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot the off accelerator pedal and quickly steer the...
.... Learn to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. One reason is more limited. by lower gear). Any sudden changes could cause the tires to be ready a for second skidif it occurs. If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot the off accelerator pedal and quickly steer the...
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... pupils your eyes driver may cut Night Vision 4-18 vision. They may require at night. When to night. Slow down little. and What you 're tired, pulloff the road in a safe place and rest. eyes will Your have less trouble adjusting to you may need to readjust the dark. Keep your...
... pupils your eyes driver may cut Night Vision 4-18 vision. They may require at night. When to night. Slow down little. and What you 're tired, pulloff the road in a safe place and rest. eyes will Your have less trouble adjusting to you may need to readjust the dark. Keep your...
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... on the windshield,or when strips of the road and even people walking. Replace your reflexes are tuned for driving ondry pavement. Even if your tire-to see . It's always wise to slower andbe go cautious if rain starts to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge ...of rubber start to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your tires don't have much tread left, you can't stop, accelerateor turn as well because your it windshield wiper blades in Rain and on dry roads...
... on the windshield,or when strips of the road and even people walking. Replace your reflexes are tuned for driving ondry pavement. Even if your tire-to see . It's always wise to slower andbe go cautious if rain starts to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge ...of rubber start to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your tires don't have much tread left, you can't stop, accelerateor turn as well because your it windshield wiper blades in Rain and on dry roads...
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...is raining. Never drive through deep puddles or standing water, water can if your it has littleor no contact with proper tread depth. (See "Tires" in through them very slowly. So much tread if the pressure in one or or more clear room ahead, and be prepared to slow down... puddles or standing drive water, through your engine's air intake and badly damage your vehicle.If you 're if going fast enough. Have good tires with the road. Allow yourself more is slightly lower than the underbody your engine. If you pass another vehicle. best advice is to have much...
...is raining. Never drive through deep puddles or standing water, water can if your it has littleor no contact with proper tread depth. (See "Tires" in through them very slowly. So much tread if the pressure in one or or more clear room ahead, and be prepared to slow down... puddles or standing drive water, through your engine's air intake and badly damage your vehicle.If you 're if going fast enough. Have good tires with the road. Allow yourself more is slightly lower than the underbody your engine. If you pass another vehicle. best advice is to have much...
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...well rested. Are the lenses clean? Is the tread good enough for at higher speeds, you need it. 0 Lamps: Are they in Pontiac dealerships all working? Are the tires all inflated to help if you may tend to safe, a trouble-free trip. Reduce your speed according your speedometer, not to to O... you keep it If serviced and maintained, it done before a trip: 0 Windshield Washer Fluid: the reservoirfull? you can check before starting out. Tires: They are vitally important to think you are some things you have it 's ready go. Wiper Blades: Are they all across North America.
...well rested. Are the lenses clean? Is the tread good enough for at higher speeds, you need it. 0 Lamps: Are they in Pontiac dealerships all working? Are the tires all inflated to help if you may tend to safe, a trouble-free trip. Reduce your speed according your speedometer, not to to O... you keep it If serviced and maintained, it done before a trip: 0 Windshield Washer Fluid: the reservoirfull? you can check before starting out. Tires: They are vitally important to think you are some things you have it 's ready go. Wiper Blades: Are they all across North America.
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... some exercise, or both. Scan the road ahead and to you! Check your rearview mirrors and your vehicle is well ventilated, with the hum the tires on the of road, the drone the engine, and the of the wind of There is different from or the sides. For safety, treat drowsiness...
... some exercise, or both. Scan the road ahead and to you! Check your rearview mirrors and your vehicle is well ventilated, with the hum the tires on the of road, the drone the engine, and the of the wind of There is different from or the sides. For safety, treat drowsiness...
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The most important thing to do all fluid levels andalso the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. e Stay in your brakeson a steep downhill slope. Drive at speeds that let you go downhill. Be alert to shift down a hl. ...
The most important thing to do all fluid levels andalso the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. e Stay in your brakeson a steep downhill slope. Drive at speeds that let you go downhill. Be alert to shift down a hl. ...
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...you have a lot less tractionor "grip" and will need be to r break the fragile traction.If you accelerate toofast, the drive wheels will improve your tires meet the ice can get wetice when it may the offer road probably have good traction. Even though your vehicle has this ? "Wet ice." Very... can be even more . 4-28 Driving on Snow or Ice What's the worst time this system, you'll want to slow down and adjust your tires and Ty to the road conditions. have the Enhanced Traction System or "Traction Control System", keep thesystem on. See "Enhanced Traction System" or 'Traction ...
...you have a lot less tractionor "grip" and will need be to r break the fragile traction.If you accelerate toofast, the drive wheels will improve your tires meet the ice can get wetice when it may the offer road probably have good traction. Even though your vehicle has this ? "Wet ice." Very... can be even more . 4-28 Driving on Snow or Ice What's the worst time this system, you'll want to slow down and adjust your tires and Ty to the road conditions. have the Enhanced Traction System or "Traction Control System", keep thesystem on. See "Enhanced Traction System" or 'Traction ...
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...off all of the vehicle and do fuel as long as you the proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for a while. The Tire-Loading Information label is on your vehicle. This weight is , push the accelerator slightly. This saves as possible. You will need a well-...U Two labels on your vehicle and the total weight you out of nonfactory-installed options. 4-31 LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS MAX. Let the heater for the tires on the inside of can get and it than just idle. Preserve the do some fairly vigorous exercises every half houror so until help keep...
...off all of the vehicle and do fuel as long as you the proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for a while. The Tire-Loading Information label is on your vehicle. This weight is , push the accelerator slightly. This saves as possible. You will need a well-...U Two labels on your vehicle and the total weight you out of nonfactory-installed options. 4-31 LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS MAX. Let the heater for the tires on the inside of can get and it than just idle. Preserve the do some fairly vigorous exercises every half houror so until help keep...
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... of these are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Then, during thefirst 1O O miles ,O (1 600 km) your vehicle's tires. restrictions, having to wind resistance, increasing save wear on your new vehicle is a Obey speed limit restrictions when towing trailer. or 4-34 Successful,...Don't tow a trailer at the heavier loads. 0 0 Load-pulling components such as the engine, transaxle, work harder wheel assemblies and tires are many different laws, including speed limit 0 and the total weight on your engine and other parts could be legal, not only where ...
... of these are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Then, during thefirst 1O O miles ,O (1 600 km) your vehicle's tires. restrictions, having to wind resistance, increasing save wear on your new vehicle is a Obey speed limit restrictions when towing trailer. or 4-34 Successful,...Don't tow a trailer at the heavier loads. 0 0 Load-pulling components such as the engine, transaxle, work harder wheel assemblies and tires are many different laws, including speed limit 0 and the total weight on your engine and other parts could be legal, not only where ...
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... the correct hitch equipment. Dirt in the trailer. Follow the manufacturer's recommendationfor attaching safety It's important to the upper limit for cold tires. chains anddo not attach them . Always to the road drop if it becomes separated from your exhaust can turn with your rig. ... Monoxide" the Index). Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitchesto them the bumper. You'll find these numbers on the Tire-Loading Informationlabel, found on your into vehicle (see "Loading Your Vehicle" in the Index. Instructions about safety chains may provided by and ...
... the correct hitch equipment. Dirt in the trailer. Follow the manufacturer's recommendationfor attaching safety It's important to the upper limit for cold tires. chains anddo not attach them . Always to the road drop if it becomes separated from your exhaust can turn with your rig. ... Monoxide" the Index). Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitchesto them the bumper. You'll find these numbers on the Tire-Loading Informationlabel, found on your into vehicle (see "Loading Your Vehicle" in the Index. Instructions about safety chains may provided by and ...
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And always keep in mind that hand to (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, to the left ,just move your lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. To move the trailer to move the trailer the left . If the trailer has if electric brakes, start , check thetrailer hitch and ...
And always keep in mind that hand to (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, to the left ,just move your lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. To move the trailer to move the trailer the left . If the trailer has if electric brakes, start , check thetrailer hitch and ...