1996 Pontiac Grand Prix Support Question
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Question posted by wbellhand on March 21st, 2014
What Oil Viscosity Shoul I Use For A 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix
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Owner's Manual - Page 2
...how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your Pontiac running properly and looking good. Here the manual tells you how to ... lubricants to get service and owner pubiications. {
The 1996 PontiacGrandPrix Owner's Manual
SeatsandRestraintSystems
...This section tells you how to use . Maintenanceschedule This section tells you information on "Reporting Safety...
Owner's Manual - Page 3
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GENERAL MOTORS, GM, theGM Emblem, PONTIAC, the PONTIAC Emblem and the name GRAND PRIX are registered trademarks of Canada Limited" for AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE
For Canadian Owners V h Prefer a Vo French Language..., please leavethis manual in it so the new owner can use it when you're on the road.
Owner's Manual - Page 6
...some of the symbols you may findon your vehicle. For example, these symbols are used on an original battery:
CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC ACIEEZ CAUSE BURNS... do with your lights:
These symbols are on some of your controls:
WINDSHIELD WIPER
These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights:
Here are some other symbols you may see:
DOOR LOCK UNLOCK
TURN ...
Owner's Manual - Page 8
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Seats and Seat Controls
This section tells you try to is not moving . IA
CAUl ON:
You canlose controlof the vehicleif you how to use your safety belts properly.
You can also learn about the seats in your Pontiac and how to adjust the seats and explains reclining seatbacks and head restraints.
Owner's Manual - Page 36
... vehicle. Do not open or break the air bag covers.
Your Pontiac dealer and the Grand Prix Service Manual have information about the readiness of the airbag system.Be sure... the battery is discomiected, an air bag can mean that your air bag system. Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac
Air bags affect how your vehicle and the air bag system. I
NOTICE:
If you damage the cover for ...
Owner's Manual - Page 37
... them properly.
Like all applicable Canada motor vehicle ..." etc.) If so, then this "RightFront Passenger Position (2-Door Models)" part doesn't apply toyour vehicle.
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Was your two-door...
Owner's Manual - Page 71
...tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to getn So be able tohave new ones made easily using these plugs. But you can obtain the correct key code. have plugs. The door keys are for...
Remember to the first owner.
Your Pontiac dealer or Roadside Assistance has the code for the
doors and all 'Other locks. If you i. When a new Pontiac is delivered, the dealer removes the ...
Owner's Manual - Page 73
... Lock Control transmitter operates on a radio frequency subject to 30 feet (9 m) away using the keychain transmitter supplied with Part 15 of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) and the ignition...shift lever is out of the FCC Rules.
Remote Lock Control (Option)
If your Pontiac has this option, you move your vehicle.
This device complies with your shiftlever outof PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
Owner's Manual - Page 74
... distance.
Press UNLOCK once to use this equipment. To unlock the trunk, press the vehicle symbol on (see "Sustained Interior Illumination" in PARK (P). To lock all the doors.
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2-5 The interior lamps will only unlock if your transaxle is necessary. You may be too far from your Pontiac dealer or a qualified technician for...
Owner's Manual - Page 77
...we put on it canmake e it 's an easy target for joyriders or professional thieves -- Parking Lots
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PASS-Key 1 uses a resistor pellet in a lot where someone will be locked,and so will be watching f
your vehicle, it . Lock ... ignition and take them in the Ignition
If you leave your Pontiac hasa number of sight. It works when you to steal. Parking at Night
Park in some cities.
Owner's Manual - Page 78
...working properly and must be serviced by the PASS-Key I1 system. In an emergency, call the Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program at 1-800-ROADSIB or 1-800-762-3743.
2-9 Waitabout three minutes and try ...SECURITY light is not protected by your vehicle again or uses another ignition key.At this time, you may be ableto restart your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key ...
Owner's Manual - Page 79
... aren't yet broken in.Hard stops with new linings can twn the switch tofive positions.
To use things like the radio and windshield wipers whenthe engine is off. This you position locks your key...the first 500 miles (804 km). New Vehicle 66Break-InS'
Ignition Positions
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Your modern Pontiac doesn't needan elaborate "break-in." But it toward you. Follow thisbreaking-in guideline every time...
Owner's Manual - Page 82
...cord won't reach, use If a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for that you contact your Pontiac dealer in tliearea where you keep it away from
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To Use the- Open the...AC outlet.
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- The answer depends on the outside temperature, the oil you have, and some otherthings.Insteadof trying to keep the coolant heater plugged in a minimumof four hoursprior to ...
Owner's Manual - Page 200
..., instructions and illustrations. Use T-hooks instead. If ...use J-hooks. Never get under your vehicle has been changed or modified since it has been liftedby the tow truck. See "Roadside Assistance" in a vehiclethat is being towed.
To help avoid injury to you call, tell the towing service: That your Grand Prix. That your vehicle. Towing Your Vehicle
Try to have a Pontiac...
Owner's Manual - Page 239
Just fill it enough to Use
Oils recommended for the "Starburst" symbol.
Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol.
3.1L L82 Engine
3.4L LQl Engine
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If you , be sureyou use the proper viscosity oil for your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for you change your vehicle can be identified by looking for...
Owner's Manual - Page 240
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COLD WEATHER
00 NOT USE SAE 2OW-50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED These numbers on an oil container'show its viscosity, or thickness.
HOT WEATHER
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LOOK FOR MIS SYMBOL
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As shown in thechart, if you can use .otherviscosity oils, such as SAE 20W-50. Do not use S f S 1OW-30 if it's going to be 0°...
Owner's Manual - Page 241
..., SAE 1OW-30 is ready to your next oil change.
Your Pontiac dealer .is best for
your vehicle. RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS
FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE.
When it 's going to recommended oil can use S A E 5w-30if it 's very cold, you think...
Owner's Manual - Page 288
... chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with non-abrasive and madefor ... Index.)
If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are subject to the colored Aluminum Wheels (If So Equipped) basecoat. Your Pontiac has a f'basecoat/clearcoat" paint finish. Always use strong soaps, chemicals,...
Owner's Manual - Page 302
...ACType41-940 3.1L (Code M) . . If the air conditioning system in your Pontiac dealer.
. . * ..* * Engines - * Battery 3.1L (Code M) ...sure, ask your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. Rear ...Overall Length Coupe
...194.8" (4947 mm) Sedan ...194...
52.9" (1341 mm)
Sedan ...54.8" (139 1 mm)
Engine Oil Filter 3.1L (Code M) ...PF47 . . a
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Normal Maintenance ...
Owner's Manual - Page 354
... program is available only in theNew Vehicle Limited Warranty, interim transportation may be available under the 3 year/36,000 mile limited warranty, and to any 1996 Pontiac requiring repair as a result of up to $3'0/day, for warranty service. Some state insurance regulations make it impractical to rent vehicles to people under 21...
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