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Question posted by robinhotfrymcdougal on June 10th, 2013

My Grand Am Gt Is Overheating.replaced Thermostat Added Coolant Fans Are Working

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Owner's Manual - Page 11

... warning and indicator lights: Here are some other symbols you may see: ENGINE COOLANT TEMP WINDSHIELD WASHER BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM FUSE DOOR LOCK UNLOCK TURN SIGNALS LIGHTER PARKING ... HAZARD WARNING FLASHER POWER WINDOW DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER COOLANT SPEAKER ENGINE OIL PRESSURE VENTILATING FAN FUEL AIR BAG FOG LAMPS ANTI-LOCK BRAKES ix Vehicle Symbols...

Owner's Manual - Page 124

...coolant temperature. The "Problems on the Road" section of this light will also come on , so adjust your engine is too hot! The Enhanced Traction System active light also comes on for a few seconds after the Enhanced Traction System stops limiting wheel spin. See "Engine Overheating...'t come on when the anti-lock brake system is active. It means that your engine coolant has overheated.

Owner's Manual - Page 125

... emission control systems. If this light comes on and stays on and you can. See "Engine Coolant" in the Index before any malfunction. 2-60 If there are at acceptable levels for the life ...is a problem and service is required. Malfunctions often will be pulled off the road and the coolant level checked. The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light comes on . This system is apparent. This system ...

Owner's Manual - Page 136

...heat it and send it to help your vehicle has an engine coolant heater, you can use BI-LEVEL and adjust the fan to the highest speed. The side window defogger vents are directed toward... the windows and close the center vents. 3-4 For added airflow to the floor outlets....

Owner's Manual - Page 201

... vehicle until it cools down. Stop your engine if it overheats, and get everyone away from it can catch fire. Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage and a low coolant warning light on your vehicle can be badly damaged. Stay away from the engine if you keep driving when your warranty. 5-9 If...

Owner's Manual - Page 203

... B. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, don't do anything else until it 's safe to lift the hood, here's what you'll see: CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is...

Owner's Manual - Page 205

... adding coolant, it is important that you use of coolant other than DEX-COOLR is not covered by your warranty. If there seems to be running. NOTICE: Engine damage from running . In addition, the engine coolant will require change sooner -- Damage caused by your new vehicle warranty. If coolant other than DEX-COOL is overheating, both fans...

Owner's Manual - Page 207

..., drinkable water and DEX-COOLR coolant. Don't spill coolant on hot engine parts. Your vehicle's coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. CAUTION: You can boil before the proper coolant mixture will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will . CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your...

Owner's Manual - Page 209

... tank until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark. 5-17 ...If the level is lower, add more of the proper mixture to FULL COLD mark. 4. Watch out for the engine cooling fans. 3. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower.

Owner's Manual - Page 210

.... If a tire goes flat, the next part shows how to use in the surge tank when the cooling system has cooled down. Then replace the pressure cap. If the coolant isn't at the proper level, repeat Steps 1 to 3 and reinstall the pressure cap or see your foot off the road if possible...

Owner's Manual - Page 222

... Hood Engine Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Automatic Transaxle Fluid Manual Transaxle Fluid Engine Coolant Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes 6-29 6-30 6-34 6-42 6-42 6-44 6-45 6-48 6-49 6-50 6-51 6-56 6-57 6-58 Battery Bulb Replacement Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Care of Safety Belts...

Owner's Manual - Page 224

...Things you drive. D Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before adding equipment to the Outside of your vehicle. 6-3 Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline ... Be sure the posted octane is at 87 octane or higher. D Be sure to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it . CAUTION: You can be injured and your vehicle...

Owner's Manual - Page 229

... you how to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine. 6-8 These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. CAUTION: Things that burn can start a fire. Hood... others could be burned. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: An electric...

Owner's Manual - Page 241

... is not necessary to check the fluid level unless you have a problem with engine overheating, see "Engine Overheating" in the Index. Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is self-adjusting. If you suspect a clutch problem. Adding fluid won 't correct a leak. See "Owner Checks and Services" and "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" in the...

Owner's Manual - Page 242

Let the warning lights and gages work as they should. Damage caused by your new vehicle warranty. 6-21 A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOLR coolant will . Give boiling protection up to -34_F (-37_C). NOTICE: When adding coolant, it is not covered by the use of coolant other than DEX-COOL is set...

Owner's Manual - Page 244

...engine is cold, the coolant level should be on a level surface. Never turn the surge tank pressure cap -- even a little -- Adding Coolant CAUTION: You can allow...coolant. When replacing the pressure cap, make sure it is cool. Don't spill coolant on a hot engine. See "Low Coolant Warning Light" in the Index. 6-23 If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOLR coolant...

Owner's Manual - Page 246

...will be sure to read the manufacturer's instructions before use washer fluid. Don't use engine coolant (antifreeze) in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid ...D D 6-25 Fill your windshield washer. This allows for adding water. Add washer fluid until the tank is completely full. Adding Washer Fluid Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY. Don't...

Owner's Manual - Page 249

...is wrong with worn-out brake pads could be heard all the time your brakes won't work well. NOTICE: Continuing to help prevent brake pulsation. Properly torqued wheel nuts are first applied...is moving (except when you have the front brake pads replaced, have the rear brake linings inspected immediately. Brake Wear The GT Series has four-wheel disc brakes and the SE Series ...

Owner's Manual - Page 255

...-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. D Worn, old tires can cause overheating as a result of the vehicle. 3. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the... Overloading your Pontiac Warranty booklet for details. 6-34 The resulting accident could have been damaged, replace them. For the proper type and size, see your tires can cause accidents. Tire pressure should...

Owner's Manual - Page 277

... 56 57 Usage Canister Vent Valve, Exhaust Oxygen Sensors Fuel Pump Injectors Generator Right Headlamp Left Headlamp Cooling Fan # 2 HVAC Blower (Climate Control ) Not Used Cooling Fan #2 Ground Fuse Puller for Mini Fuses Not Used Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamps (Rear) Bulb Back-Up Lamps ...3156 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp ...912 Fascia Rear Cornering...