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What Octane Fuel For 1996 Pontiac Sunfire
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Owner's Manual - Page 2
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Owner's Manual - Page 3
... Canada, substitute the name "General Motors of General Motors Corporation. We support voluntary technician certification,
GENERAL MOTORS, GM and the GM Emblem,
PONTIAC and the PONTIAC Emblem and the name SUNFIRE are registered trademarks of Canada Limited" forPontiac Division whenever it appears in itso the new owner can use it. We reserve the...
Owner's Manual - Page 6
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Owner's Manual - Page 18
... rules for people of this manual called part "Children." Follow those rules everyone's protection. And there are special things to know which restraint systems your Pontiac, see the of adult size. If a child willriding in the Index) so you 'll want to see how, see "Seats" in be your vehicle has...
Owner's Manual - Page 26
... you have an air bag. The belt should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there's an air bag for the right front passenger.
Your Pontiac has two air bags -- Here are designed to know about the air bag system:
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You can damage both the belt and your s-bnse. doesn...
Owner's Manual - Page 31
...work for the Do right front passenger's air bag. Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac
Air bags affect how your dealer for service. You can still inflate during improper service...while someone is working on your vehicle. performing work on your vehicle.
Your Pontiac dealer and the Sunfire ServiceManual have to follow proper service procedures, and make sure the person you is...
Owner's Manual - Page 54
.... Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is dangerous for many standard and optional features on your Pontiac, and information on starting, shifting and braking. They could be badly injured or even killed.
Owner's Manual - Page 62
...the engine is enables fuelif the ignition lock cylinder turned with you. If a correct key is not used,fuel is The armed once the key removed from the ignition. Parking Lots
If you park in a storage area... want to check the fuses (see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the Index). When you park your Pontiac and open the driver's door, you'll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ...
Owner's Manual - Page 121
..., OBD I1 is replaced by Enhanced Diagnostics.) The CHECK ENGINE light comes on to
assure that emissions are acceptable levels for thelife at of the fuel, ignitionand emission control systems.
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Owner's Manual - Page 182
...of these are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Trailering meanschanges in this part,and see your Pontiac dealer for this section carefully before you
Your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is a convertible model. So ... and proper trailer towing equipment. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in handling, durability, and fuel economy. Do-
Owner's Manual - Page 224
... t k I d e x . You should keep your own service work you to this manual can. Service Your Pontiac dealer knows your deatIe7 fbr a 1 yonr sei-ike rxxxfs. y-it1711 gefi-ukie 1 g& GM parts and GM-trained... more about how to be happy with service and fuel information, and then it . Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
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Owner's Manual - Page 225
...'s bad enough, it is determined that means you have to buy a higher octane fuel getrid to your authorized Pontiac dealer for better vehicle performance and engine protection. Gasolines meeting the AAMA specification
6-2 If such fuels are notavailable in Canada. Be surethe posted octane is less than 87, you may get a heavy knockingnoise when your engine...
Owner's Manual - Page 226
...to help cleanthe air.
That damage wouldn't be -hxd tofind, Never use of improper fuel wouldn't be driving. General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation, North American Export Sales (NAES) ..., the-p-ropr€!El-ma-y be covered underyour warranty. If this happens, return POyour authorized Pontiac dealer for € $hat W l contains methanol. Don't useit. To check onfuel availability,...
Owner's Manual - Page 228
... it, could be badly burned. See "Cleaning the Outside of Your Pontiac" in the Index.
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If you get gasoline on , turn it to the right until you hear at least three clicks. you Gasoline can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. Be careful notto spill...
Owner's Manual - Page 236
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FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLDSTARTING,SELECTTHELOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE 011 FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE....
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Owner's Manual - Page 273
...any areas where mud and other service
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outlets. Airborne pollutants can do this , Pontiac will corrode quickly and may damage the paint finish. Bare metal will repair, at ..., flush these are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur onthe underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. This damage...
Owner's Manual - Page 285
They may be needed to qualify your Pontiac dealer's service department or another qualified service center should be used ...to help keep your vehicle in good condition. "Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections'' explains important inspections that your vehicle for fuel.
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Performing maintenance work a vehicle can on your vehicle, you will help keep your vehicle. If ...
Owner's Manual - Page 286
... have any questions on your vehicle inmaking deliveries. All parts should schedule them. See "Fuel" in the Index.
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Owner's Manual - Page 336
..., you drive in thePontiac Roadside Assistance program. Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program
Pontiac's Roadside Assistance toll-free number is intended to nearest dealership for 3 years/36,000 miles, at no expenseto you:
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Owner's Manual - Page 338
..., up to $30/day, for warranty service.
8-7 Please consult your vehicle, and we realize the inconvenience of product recall or special policy situations. Well, your 1996 Pontiac in for documented transportation you are entitled to one-way shuttle service of age. If you receive.
If the repairs requirean overnight stay for the...
