1995 Pontiac Firebird Owner’S Manual

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... How to Use This Manual...... m This section tells you howto use your manual and includes safety and vehicle damage warnings and symbols. Seats and Restraint Systems ...... ’...... 1-1 This section tellsyou how to use your seats and safety belts properly.It also explains the“SIR’ system. Features and Controls ...... 2-1 This section explains how to start and operate your Pontiac. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems...... 3-1 This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and to how operate your audio system. Your Driving and the Road ...... 4-1 Here you’ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions. ProblemsontheRoad ...... 5-1 This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving, suchflat as tire a or engine overheating, etc. Service and Appearance Care ...... 6-1 Here the manual tells you how tokeep your Pontiac running properly and looking good. Maintenanceschedule ...... 7-1 This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricantsto use. Customer Assistance Information ...... 8-1 This section tellsyou how to contact Pontiac for assistance and howto get service publications. It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects”on page 8-4. Index ...... 9-1 Here’s an alphabetical listingof almost every subjectin this manual.You can use it to quickly find something you want toread. i .I .I We support voluntary 1 kI technician certification. IPONTIAC I I

GENERAL MOTORS, GMand the GM Emblem, WE SUPPORT PONTIAC and the PONTIAC Emblem, Firebird andthe VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN Firebird Emblem are registeredtrademarks of General CERTIFICATION THROUGH Motors Corporation. National Institute for AUTQMOTIVE SERVICE This manual includes the latest information at the time it EXCELLENCE was printed. We reserve the right to makechanges in the product after that time without further notice. For . vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited’’ for Pontiac Motor For Canadian OwnersWho Prefer a Division whenever it appears in this manual. French Language Manual: Please keep this manual in your Pontiac, so it will be Aux propri6taires canadiens:Vous pouvez vous procurer there if you everneed it when you’re on the road. If you un exemplaire de ce guide enfransais chez votre / sell the vehicle, pleaseleave this manual in it so the new concessionaire ou au DGN Marketing Services Ltd., owner can use it. 1500 Bonhill Rd., Mississauga, Ontario L5T1C7.

:*: $1 How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner’s manualfitom beginning to end when they first receive theirriew vehiql?~.~,ms I .: ; ’ will help you learn about the features and controisfor your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work togetherto explain things quickly. Index In the gray caution area, we tellyou what the hazard is. A goad place to lookfor what you needis the Index in Then we tell you what doto to help avoid or reduce the the backof the manual. It’san alphabetical list of all hazard. Please read these cautions.If you don?, you or that’s in the manual, and thepage number where you’ll others could be hurt. find it. You will also find a circle with a slashthrough it in this

Safety Warnings and Symbols book. -’.? You will find a numberof safety cautions inthis book. This safety symbol me’ans We use a box with gray background and the word “Don’t,’’ “Don’t do this,’’ m. ~ CAUTION to, tell you about things that could hurt you if I “Don’t let this happen.” you were to ignore the warning. I 2 -.

iii Vehicle Damage Warnings In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle.Many times, this damage would Also, in this book you will fiid these notices: not be covered by your warranty,and it could be costly. But the noticewill tell you whatto do to help avoidthe 1 damage. When you readother manuals, you might.see NOTICE: CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or These mean thereis something that in different words. could damageyour vehicle. You’ll also seewarning labels onyour vehicle. They use L yellow for cautions, bluefor notices and thewords CAUTION or NOTICE.

iv - Vehicle Symbols These symbols Here are some are used on other symbols These aresome of the symbols you may find youron vehicle. warning and you may see: indicator lights: For example, These symbols These symbols These symbols FUSE these symbols are important have to do with are onsome of ENGINE are used on an for you and your lights: your controls: COOLANT F* original battery: your passengers TEMP -- whenever your WINDSHIELD CAUTION vehicle is WIPER BATTERY POSSIBLE driven: A CHARGING INJURY 1-1 i ‘t’i SYSTEM RAM0 h WINDSHIELD Q VOLUME PROTECT TURN WASHER SIGNALS I EYES BY e BRAKE (0) SHIELDING FASTEN SEAT WINDSHIELD 4 DEFROSTER RADIATOR CONDITIONINGAIR 43 CAUSTIC COOLANT BELTS pAE:pf a

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vi Section 1 Seats And Restraint Systems

Here you'll find information about the seatsin your Pontiac Move the lever under and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also the passenger's front learn about some things you should not do with safety belts. seat to unlock it. Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats- how to adjust them and also about reclining front seatbacks, seatback latches and the folding rear seatback. Manual Front Seat /

Slide the seat to where you wantit. Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body,make to sure the seatis locked into place. Be sure the lever returns to its original position after moving seat.the

1-1 Four-Way Manual Seat To Raise or Lower the Frontof the Seats:To tilt the entire seat,lift the lever under the right frontof the seat, and lean forward or backward. Six-Way Power Seat (Option)

There are two levers at the frontof the seat. The left lever adjusts the seat forward and back.The right lever adjusts the angle of the front of the seat. To Adjust the Seats Forward and Rearward:Lift the The driver's seat has three controls on the left side. lever under the left front of the seat. Slide the seat to where you wantit. Then release the lever and try to The front control makes the front of thego seat up and down. move the seat with your bodyto make surethe seat is The back control makes the back of thego seat up and down. locked into place. The center control makes the whole seat upgo and down or forward and backward.

1-2 The switch pads on the outer sideof the sea~~%~€late” and “deflate” partsof your seatback. If your Pontiac has theseseats, the driver’s seat has the four-way manual seat adjuster.See “Four-Way Manual The two buttons that have “dots”inflate and deflate the Seat” earlierin this part.The passenger seat has the two outer parts of the seatback.To inflate, push the raised way manual seat adjuster.See “Manual Front Seat” button. To deflate, push the indentedbutton. earlier in this part. The two buttons without “dots”inflate and deflate the lumbar (lower partof the seatback)support. To inflate, To adjust the thigh support, pull up on the frontof your push the raised button. seat cushion and move the support to the position you To deflate, push the indented button. want. To release the support, continue pulling up.To engage it again, push down firmly.

1-3 Seatback Recliner

If you have fully articulating sport seats,your recliner lever looks like this. To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer sideof the seat. Release the leverto lock the seatback where you want it. Pull up on the lever, and the seatwill go to its original upright position.

1-4 Don’t have the seatback reclinedif your vehicle is moving.

1-5 Head Restraints The front seatback folds forward to let people get into Slide the head restraints up or downso that the topof the back seat.To fold a seatback forward, push the the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. seatback toward.therear as you lift this latch. Then the seatback will fold forward. This position reduces the chanceof a neck injuryin a crash. When you return the seatback to its original position, If you have the fully articulating sport seat, you have a make sure the seatback is locked. The latch must be six-way head restraint.It can be adjusted up and down, down for the seat towork properly. forward and rearward, or tilted. To adjust it forward, pull therestraint forward. To adjust it reward, pull the restraint forwardall the way to release it. Then move it tothe position you want. Front Seatback Latches Folding Rear Seatback The rear seatbackin your Pontiac folds down to provide more storage space. To fold the seatback down: 1. Pull forward on both levers. 2. Fold the seatback down. .r ', raise the seatback: the To raise $6

1. Pull it up to the locked, upright position. ,, 2. Be sure both latcheshold the seatback in pace. Have

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1-7 Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you shouldnot do with safety belts. And it explains theSupplemental Inflatable Restraint, or “air bag” system.

Your car has a light that comes onas a reminder to buckle up. (See “Safety Belt Reminder Light”in the Index.) In many states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why:They work. You never know if you’llbe in a crash.If you do have a crash, you don’tknow if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes canbe so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn’t survive. But most crashesare in between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive and sometimeswalk away. Without belts they could have been badlyhurt or killed. After more than25 years of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are clear. In most crashes bucklingup does matter ... a lot! Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes.

Put someone on it.

Take the simplest vehicle.Suppose it's just a seat on wheels.

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Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle.The rider The person keeps going until stoppedby something. doesn’t stop. In a real vehicle,it could be the windshield... or the instrument panel... or the safetybelts! With safety belts, you slow downas the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces.That's why safety belts makesuch good sense.

1-11 Here Are Questions Many PeopleAsk If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from About Safety Belts -- and the Answers home, why shouldI wear safety belts? You may be an excellent driver,but if you’re in an Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle afteran A: accident even one that isn’t your fault you and accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? -- -- your passengers canbe hurt. Being a good driver A: You could be -- whether you’re wearing a safety doesn’t protectyou from things beyond your belt or not. But youcan unbuckle a safety belt, control, such as bad drivers. even if you’re upside down. And yourchance of Most accidents occur within25 miles (40 of being conscious during and after an accident, so km) you can unbuckle and get out,is much greater if home. And the greatest numberof serious injuries and deaths occur at speedsof less than40 mph y~uare belted. (65 km/h). @ Why don’t they just put in air bagsso people Safety belts are for everyone. won’t- hawe. to wear safety belts? A: Air bags are in many vehicles today and willbe in more of them in the future. But they are 2. supplemental systems only; so they work with safety belts-- not instead of them. Every air bag system ever offeredfor sale has required the useof safety belts. Evenif you’re in a vehicle that has air bags, you still have to buckle up to get the most prc$ection. That’s true not onlyin frontal collisions, but especially in side apd other collisions. How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies.If a child will be riding in your Pontiac, see thepart of this manual called “Children.” Follow those rulesfor everyone’s protection. First, you’ll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has. We’ll start with thedriver position. Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you, Lap-Shoulder Belt Don’t let it.get twisted. On convertible models,the shoulder beltmay lock if The driver hasa lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wearit you pull the belt acrossYOU very quickly, If this properly. happas, kt the belt go back slightly to unlock it. 1. Close and lock the door. Then pull the beltacross you more slowly. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see “Seats”in the Index) 4. Push the latch plate into the buckleuntil it clicks. so you can sit up straight.

1-13 Pull up on the latch plate to make sureit is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at theend of this section. Make sure the release button on thebuckle is positioned so you would be able tounbuckle the safety belt quicklyif you ever had to.

The lap partof the belt shouldbe worn low and snug on the hips,just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.And you’d beless likely to slideunder the lap belt. If you slid under it, the

~ belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These 5. To make the lap part tight, pull downon the buckle parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining end of the beltas you pull up on theshoulder belt. forces. The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or crash. On convertible models, the safety beltalso locks if you pull the belt very quickly outof the retractor. Q: What’s wrong with this?

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A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’tgive nearly as much protection this way.

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A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. &.' What's wrong with this? .,.'

A: The shoulder beltis worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulderat all times.

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A: The belt is twisted across the body.

1-18 -1 To unlatch the belt,just push the button on the buckle. Supplemental Inflatable Restraint The belt should go back oubof the way. System (SIR) Air Bag System This part explainsthe Supplemental Inflatable Restraint .. (SIR), or akjbag,' system. Your Pontiac has two &r bags -- one air bag for the driver and another &r bag for the rightfront passenger. Here are the most important things toknow about the air bag system: bag ;.'j...

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Before you close the door,be sure the beltis out of the way. If you slam the door onit, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.

1-19 1-20 1 There is an air bag How the Air Bag System Works readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows “AIR AIR BAG” on it.

The system checks the air bag’s electrical systemfor malfunctions. The light tells you if thereis an electrical problem. See “Air Bag Readiness Light” in the Index for more information. I

When should an air bag inflate? The air bag is designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. The air bag will inflate Where is the air bag? only if theimpact speed is above the system’s designed “threshold level.”If your vehicle goes straight intoa The driver’s air bag is inthe middle of the steering wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level is wheel. Thie right front passenger’s air bag is in the about 9 to 15 mph (14 to 24 km/h). The threshold level instrument panel on the passenger’sside. can vary, however, with specific vehicle design,so that it can be somewhat aboveor below this range. If your vehicle strikes something that willmove or deform, such as a parked car,the threshold level will be higher.The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers, side impacts, or rear impacts, because inflation would not How does an air bag restrain? help the occupant. In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontalcollisions,

It is possible thatin a crashonly one of the two air ,bags ,‘.\.,,evep . belted occqymts can contact thesteering wheel or ,, _... .>. .~ in your Pontiac will deploy.This ishare, but can happen the instrument panel.The air bag supplements the in a crash just severe enough to makean air bag inflate. protection provided by safety belts.Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant’s In any particular crash,no one can say whetheran air bag should have inflated simply becauseof the damage upper body, stopping the occupantmore gradhdly. But to a vehicle or becauseof what the repair costs were. air bags would not help youin many types of kollisions, Inflation is determinedby the angle of the impact and including rollovers and rearand side impacts, primarily the vehicle’s deceleration. Vehicle damageis only one because an occupant’s motion isnot toward the air bag. indication of this. Air bags shouldnever be regarded as anythingmore than a supplement to safety belts, andthen od$ in What makes an air bag inflate? moderate tosevere frontal or near-frontal colliiions. In a frontal or near-frontalimpact of sufficient severity, 1 What will you see afteran air baginflates?:.: i the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicleis i suddenly stopping as a resultof a crash.The sensing After the air bag inflates,it quickly deflates. &is occurs system triggers a chemical reaction of thesodium azide so quickly thatsome people may not even realize the air sealed in the inflator. The reaction produces nitrogen bag inflated. Some components of the air bagmodule in gas, which inflates the air bag.The inflator, air bag, and the steering wheelhub for the driver’sair bag, or the related hardware are all partof the air bag modules instrument panel for the right front passenger’s bag, will packed inside the steering wheel andin the instrument be hot for a short time,but the part of the bag that comes panel in frontof the rightfront passenger. into contact with you will not be tohot the touch. There will be some smoke and dust corningfrom vents in the deflated air bags.Air bag inflation willnot prevent the driver from seeing or from being able to steerthe vehicle, nor willit stop people from leavingthe vehicle.

1-23 Your vehicle is equipped with a diagnostic module, which records information about the air bag system. The module records information about the readiness of the system, when the sensors are activated and driver’s safetybelt usage at deployment. Let only qualified technicians workon your air bag system. Improper service can mean that your air bag system won’t work properly. See your dealer for service.

NOTICE: you damage thecover for the driver’s or the In many crashes severeenough to inflate an air bag, If windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. right frontpassenger’s air bag, they may not Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the work properly.You may have to replace theair right front passenger air bag. bag module in the steeringwheel or both theair bag moduleand the instrument panelfor the The air bags are designed to inflate only once. After right frontpassenger’s air bag. Do not openor they inflate, you’ll needsome new parts for your air break the air bag covers. bag system. If you don’t getthem, the air bagsystem won’t be there tohelp protect you in another crash. A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts.The service manual for your vehicle coversthe need to replace other parts. Servicing Your Air Bag-EquippedPontiac Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Air bags affect how your Pontiac should be serviced. Safety belts workfor everyone, including pregnant There are parts of the air bag system in several places women. Like all occupants, they are more likely beto around your vehicle.You don’t want the systemto seriously injuredif they don’t wear safety belts. inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your Pontiac dealer and the 1995 Service Manual have A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and information about servicing your vehicle and theair bag the lap portion should be worn as low as possible system. To purchase a service manual,see “Service throughout the pregnancy. Publications” in the Index. The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.

1-25 The best way to protect thefetus is to protectthe Lap-Shoulder Belt mother. When a safety beltis worn properly, it’s more The rear seats have lap-shoulder belts.Here’s how to likely that the fetus won’tbe hurt in a crash.For wear one properly. pregnant women,as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly. Right Front Passenger PQsition The right front passenger’s safety belt worksthe same way as the driver’s safety belt.See “Driver Position,” earlier in this section. Rear Seat Passengers It’s veryimportant for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbeltedpeople in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashesthan those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety beltedcan be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And theycan strike~ others in the vehicle whoare wearing safety belts.

1. Pick uu the latch plate and pull thebelt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. On convertible models, the shoulder beltmay lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly.If this happens, letthe belt go back slightly to unlockit. Then pull the belt acrossyou more slowly. 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.

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3. To make the If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. latch plate and keep pulling untilyou can buckle it. Pull up on the latch plate to make sureit issecure. If the beltis not long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the endof this section. Makesure the release button on the buckleis positioned so you would be able to unbucklethe safety belt quicklyif you ever had to. 1-27 likely to slide under the lap belt.If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries.The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locksif there’s a sudden stop ora crash, On convertible m&dels, the safety belt also if locks you pull the belt very quickly outof the retractor.

The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvicbones. And you’dbe less

1-28 Children Everyone in a vehicleneeds protection! That includes infants and all children smallerthan adult size. In fact, the law in every state in the UnitedStates and in every Canadian province says childrenup to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle. Smaller Children and Babies

To unlatch the belt,just push the button on the buckle.

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Child Restraints

Be sureto follow the instructionsfor the restraiDt. You., , .- may find these instructions on the restraint itselfor hi a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt systemin your vehicle, but the childalso has to be secured within the restraint to help reducethe chance of personal injury. The instructions that come with theinfant or child restraint will show you how to do that. Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrainedin the rear rather than the fi-ont seat.We at General Motors therefore recommend thatyou put your child restraintin the rear seat.Never put a rear-facing child restraint intie front passenger seat. Here's why:

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.i .. '. Wherever you install it, be sureto secure the 63;lild restraint properly. Keep in mind that an unsecured childrestraint ;can move around in a collision or sudden stop andinjurepeople in the vehicle. Be sure to properlysecure any child restraint in your vehicle -- even when no childis in it.

1-31 'Top Strap If you have a convertible, don't use a restraint that has a top strapin your vehicle because the top strap anchor cannot be installed properly.

For cars first sold in Canada, child restraints with a top strap mustbe anchored according to Canadian Law. If your child restrainthas a top strap,it should be Your dealer can obtain the hardware kitand install it for anchored. you, or youmay install it yourself using the instructions If you need to have an anchor installed, youcan ask provided inthe kit. your Pontiac dealer to put it in for you. If youwant to Use the tether hardware kit available from the dealer. install an anchor yourself, your dealercan tell you how The hardware and installation instructionswere to do it. specifically designed for this vehicle. Securing a Child Restraintin a Rear Seat Position

You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt.See the earlier part about the top strapif the chld restraint has one. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 2. Secure the childin the child restraint as the instructions say. 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the releasebutton is 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run thelap and shoulder positioned so you would be ableto unbuckle the portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or safety belt quicklyif you ever hadto. around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’sface or neck, put it behind the child restraint.

1-33 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position

Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag.Never put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here’swhy:

5. To tighten the belt, pull upon the shoulder belt while you push down onthe child restraint. 6. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions tobe sure itis secure. To remove the child restraint,just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again andbe ready to workfor an adult or larger child passenger.

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- You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt.See the earlier part 3. Secure the childin the child restraintas the about the top strap if the child restraint has one. instructions say. You’ll need a safety locking clipto properly secure a 4. Pick up the latch plate, and runthe lap and shoulder child restraint in this position.You can get a lockingclip portions of the vehicle’s safetybelt through or where child restraints are sold, fromor you Pontiac around the restraint.The child restraintinstructions dealer (GM Part No. 94844571). The locking clip must will show you how. be the same as the one shown here. If the shoulder belt goesin front of the child’s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint.

Until you have this clip, secure a child restraint onlyin the rear seat. See the earlier part about securing a child restraint in the rear seat. Once you have the clip, follow these instructions: 1. Because your vehicle has a right front passengerair bag, always move the seat as far backit as will go before securing a forward-facing child restraint.(See “Seats’’ in theIndex.) 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions 5. Buckle the belt. for the child restraint. 1-35 Make sure the release button is positionedso you would be ableto unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 6. Then thread both lapand shoulder belt portions through the locking clip.

I I A. Lap Belt portion B. Latch Plate C. Buckle D. Shoulder Belt portion E. Locking Clip 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s Larger Children safety belt and remove thelocking clip. Let the safety belt go back all the way.

The safety belt will movefreely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger.

Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety belts.

1-37 Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat.But they need to use the safety belts properly. Children who aren’t buckledup can be thrown out in a crash. a Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are.

@ What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child isso small that the shoulder beltis very close to the child’s faceor neck? A: Move the child toward the centerof the vehicle, but be sure thatthe shoulder belt still is on the child’s shoulder, so that in a crash the child’s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide. Wherever the child sits, thelap portion of thekelt should be worn lowand snug on the hips, just,:touching the child’s thighs.This applies beltforce to the child’s pelvic bones in a crash.

1-39 Safety Belt Extender Replacing Seat and Restraint System If the vehicle’s safety belt willfasten around you, you Parts After a Crash should use it. If you’ve had a crash, doyou need newbelts? But if a safety belt isn’t longenough to fasten, your After a very minor collision, nothingmay be necessary. dealer will order youan extender. It’sfree. When yougo But if the belts were stretched, as they would if be worn in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear,so the during a more severe crash, then you neednew belts. extender will be long enough for you. The extender will be just for you, andjust for the seat in your vehicle that If belts are cutor damaged, replace them. Collision you choose. Don’t let someone else use it, and use it damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt only for the seat it is made to fit. To wear it, just attach it or seat parts repaired or replaced.New parts and repairs to the regular safety belt. may be necessary evenif the belt wasn’t being used at the time of the collision. Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sureall your belts, buckles,latch plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged restraint system parts.If you see anything that might keep a restraint systemfrom doing its job, have it repaired. Torn or frayed belts may not protect youin a crash. They can rip apart underimpact foices. If a beltis torn or frayed, get a newone right away.

1-40 Section 2 Features & Controls I

2-1 When a new Firebird is delivered, the dealer removes the plugs from the door keysand gives them to the first owner.

The ignition keys arefor the ignition only. The ignition keys don’t have plugs. Instead they have bar-coded key tags. These tags may be removedby your The door keys are for the dealer or even before the car is deliveredto your dealer. doors and all other locks. Each plug hasa code on it that tells your dealer a or qualified locksmithhow to mike extra door keys. Keep the plugs ina safe place.If you loseyour door keys, you’ll be able to havenew ones made using these plugs. If you need a new ignition key, go to your Pontiac dealer who can obtain the correct key code. Inab emergency, call Pontiac Roadside Assistance at1-800-ROADSIDD.

2-2 Door Locks NOTICE: Your Pontiac has a numberof new features that can help prevent theft. But you can have ofa lot trouble getting into your vehicleif you ever lock your keys inside. You may even haveto damage your vehicleto get in. So be sure you have extra keys. Pontiac also suppliesa key card thatyou can useif you don’t have your keys,so be sure to keep this key card with you at all times.

2-3 There qre several ways to lockand unlock your vehicle: Power Door Locks (Option)

From the outside: Use your door key. Push the power door lock switchto lock or unlock both doors at once.

The switch only works when the ignition switchis in RUN or ACC or when RAP is present. (See “Retained Accessory Power”in the Index.) Leaving Your Vehicle From the inside: To lock the door, move thelock control If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your on the door back. door and set the locks from inside. Then get out and close the door.

2-4 Remote Lock Control (Option) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interferencereceived, including interference thatmay cause undesired operation. Should interference to this system occur, try this:

0 Check to determine ifbattery replacement is .;32 necessary. See theinstructions on battery -'%, .I .< replacement. -2 ,. . -. 0 Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. This product has a maximum range. If your Pontiac has this option, youcan lock and unlock 0 Check the location. Other vehiclesor objects may be your doors or unlock your hatchup to about 30 feet (9 blocking the signal. m) using the key chain transmitter supplied with your 0 See your Pontiac dealer or a qualified technicianfor CX. service. Your Remote Lock Control operates ona radio Changes or modifications to thissystem by other than an frequency subject to Federal Communications authorized servicefacility could void authorizationto Commission (FCC) Rules. use thisequipment.

2-5 Operation Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle The driver’s door will unlock automatically when Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another UNLOCK is pressed. If UNLOCK is pressed again transmitter from unlocking your vehicle.If a transmitter within five seconds, the passenger door will also unlock. is lost or stolen, a replacementcan be purchased through All doors will lock when DOOR is pressed. The hatch your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining will unlock when the opened trunk symbol is pressed, transmitters with youwhen you go to your dealer. When but only when the ignitionswitch is not in RUN, and the the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your transmission is in PARK (P) if you have anautomatic vehicle, the remaining transmitters must alsobe transmission. If you have a manual transmission, the matched. Once the new transmitter is coded, the lost parking brake must be set. transmitter will not unlock your vehicle. The system will turn on the interior lamps for about You can match a transmitter to as many different 40 seconds, or untilthe ignition switch is turned to vehicles as you own, provided they are equipped with RUN, or if you unlock the doors or hatch. The interior exactly the same model system. (General Motors offers lamps will come onfor about two seconds when you several different modelsof these systems on their lock the doors. vehicles.) Each vehicle can have only two transmitters matched toit.

2-6 4 8

To match transmitters to your vehicle: 2. Insert one end of a fused jumper into terminal 8. 1. Find the Data Link Connector (DLC).It is in the Terminal 8 is the top terminal onthe far right. bottom of the instrument panel nearthe steering column.

2-7 3. Insert the other end of the fused jumper into terminal Battery Replacement 4. Terminal 4 is thefourth terminal from the left in the top row. Under normal use, the batteriesin your key chain transmitter should last about two years. You have grounded the program input line.You should hear the door locks lock and unlock within You can tell the batteriesare weak if the transmitter one to three seconds. won’t work atthe normal range in any location.If you have to get closeto your vehicle before the transmitter When matching transmitters, thefiist transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the batteries. code matched willbe stored in both memories until a second transmitter is matched. This means thatthe Use two batteries, type DL2016, or similar type. second transmitter will not work untilit is matched To replace batteries in the Remote Lock Control: in step 5. 1. Pop the cover off by inserting a dime (or similar 4. Press any buttonon the first transmitter. The door object) in the slot between the covers and twisting. locks should lock and unlock. 2. Lift off the front cover, bottom half first. 5. Press any button onthe second transmitter.The door locks should lock and unlock. 6. Remove the fused jumper from the DLC. The system will not ‘workunless the jumper is removed. 7. Check that all the buttons on both transmitters work correctly. If the transmitters don’t work,or if you’d rather not match the transmitters yourself,see your Pontiac dealer.

2-8 Hatch Release

3. Remove and replace the batteries. Use two batteries, type DL2016, or a similar type.Put new batteries in printed side down. Your door keyopens the hatch. ’ ,. 4. Replace the front cover. Makesure the cover is on tightly so water won’t get in. 5. Check the transmitter’s operation.

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NEUTRqL (N) to use the switch. If you have a manual ...... c .I - , ,. transn&on and the ignition switch is in RUN, you ~ . , , .,_L . j,' ,-' ' , ' .' ,. ,. .i: .: . .I...,:,,...... :! must sit [email protected] brake befor9 you.:can use the ,~..:.: .. :. .. . 2-11 parking at Night PASS-Key@II Park in a lighted spot, closeall windows andlock your vehicle. Rememberto keep you valuables out of sight. Put them in a Storage area,or take them with you. r Parking Lots If you park id a lot where someone willbe watching your vehicle, it's best tolock it up and take your keys. But what if you have to leave your ignitionkey? What if you have to leave something valuablein your vehicle? htyour valdables in a storage area,like your glove bbx

6 Lock the glove box. Your vehicle is equipped with thePASS-Key@% (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft 0 Lock id1 the doors except the driver's. deterrent system. PASS-Key% is a passive theft Then &e the door key with you. deterrent system.This means you don't haveto do anything different to arm or disarm the system. It works when you insertor remove the key from the ignition. PASS-Key% uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that matches a decoderin your vehicle. When the PASS-Key(% system senses that someone is If you accidentally use a key thathas a damaged or using the wrong key, it shuts down the vehicle’s starter and missing resistor pellet, the starter won’t workand the fuel systems. For aboutthree minutes, the starter won’t security light will flash. But you don’thave to wait three work and fuel won’tgo to the engine. If someone tries to minutes before trying another ignitionkey. start your vehicle again or uses another key duringthis See your Pontiac dealer or alocksmith who can service time, the vehicle will not start. This discourages someone the PASS-Key% to have a new key made. from randomly trying different keys with different resistor If you’re ever driving and theSECURITY light comes pellets in an attempt to make a match. on and stays on, you willbe able to restart your engine if The ignition key must be clean and dry before it’s you turn it off. Your PASS-Key% system, however, is inserted in the ignition or enginethe may not start. If the not working properly and mustbe serviced byyour engine does not start and theSECURITY light stays on Pontiac dealer.Your vehicle is not protectedby the when you try to start the car, the key may be dirty or PASS-Key% system. wet. Turn the ignitionoff. If you lose or damage a PASS-Key@II ignition key,see Clean and dry the key.Wait about three minutes and try your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service again. The security light mayremain on during this PASS-Key’II to have a new key made.In an time. If the starter stillwon’t work, and the keyappears emergency, call the Pontiac RoadsideAssistance to be cleanand dry, wait about three minutes andtry Program at 1-800-ROADSIm or 1-800-762-3743. another ignitionkey. At this time, you mayalso want to check the fuses (see “Fuses and CircuitBreakers” in the Index). If the starterwon’t work withthe other key, your vehicle needs service.If your vehicle does start, thefirst ignition key maybe faulty. See your Pontiac dealeror a locksmith who can servicethe PASS-Key%.

2-13 New Vehicle “Break-In” Ignition Switch

NOTICE: Your modern Pontiac doesn’t needan elaborate %break-in.” But it will perform better inthe long run if you follow these guidelines: 0 Keep your speedat 55 mph (88 km@) or less for the first 500 miles (804 km). 0 Don’t drive at any one speed-- fast or slow -- for the first 500 miles (804 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts. 0 Ayoid making hard stops for the first 2a0: miles (322 kni) or so. During this time your new brake linings aren’t yetbroken in. Hard stops withnew linings can mean With the ignition keyin the ignition switch, you canturn premature wear and earlierreplacement. the switch to five positions: Follow this “breaking-in” guideline every ACC (A): Position in which you can operate your time you get newbrake linings. electrical power accessories. Press in the ignition switch 0 Don’t tow a trailer during“break-in.” See as you turn the top of it toward you. “Towing a Trailer” in the Index for more LOCK (B): The only positionin which you can remove information. the key. This locks your steering wheel, ignition and automatic transmission.

2-14 If you have an automatic transmission, the ignition switch can’t be turned toLOCK unless the shift lever is in the PARK (P) position. OFF (C): Unlocks the steering wheel, ignition and automatic transmission, but does not sendelectrical power to any accessories. Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed.A warning tonewill sound if you open the driver’s door when the ignitionis OFF and the keyis in the ignition. RUN (D): Position to which the switch returnsafter you start your engine and release the switch. The switch stays in theRUN position when the engine is running. But even when the engineis not running, you can use RUN to operateyour electrical power accessories and to display some instrument panel warning and indicator Key Release Button: If you have a manual lights. transmission, your ignition lock hasa key release button. You must press the button before youcan take: your key START (E): Starts the engine. When the enginestarts, out of the ignition lock. release the key. The ignition switch will return RUNto for normal driving. Note that even if the engineis not running,ACC and RUN allow you to operate your electrical accessories, such as the radio and ventilation fan.

2-15 Retained Accessory Power(RAP) If you have power door locks, your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power (RAP). WithRAP your power door locks, electric mirrors, power windows, audio system and remote hatch release will continue to work up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned toOW and neither dooris opened. If a door isopened, the audio systemand power windows willshut off. The power door locks, electric mirrors andremote hatch release work until you shut the door. Once youhave shut the door, these accessories will continue to workfor approximately 35 seconds. After thistime you will not be able to use these NOTICE: ~ accessories untilthe next time you opena door orturn the ignition. If your key seemsstuck in LOCK and you can’t turn it, be sure it is all the way in. If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. But turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to forceit could break the key or the ignition switch.If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service. Starting Your Engine Manual transmission: Engines start differently. The 8th digitof your Vehicle The gear selector should bein neutral. Hold the clutch Identification Number(VIN) shows the code letter or pedal to the floor and startthe engine. Your vehicle number for your engine.You will fiid the VIN at the top won’t start if the clutch pedalis not all the waydown -- left of your instrument panel. (See “Vehicle that’s a safety feature. Identification Number”in the Index.)Follow the proper To start your V6 engine: steps to start the engine. 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turnyour Automatic transmission: ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let Move your shift lever toPARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). go of the key. The idle speedwill go down as your‘ Your engine won’t start in any other position-- that’s a engine gets warm. safety feature.To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. NOTICE: Holding your keyin START for longerthh NOTICE: 15 seconds at a time will cause yourbattery to Don’t try to shift toPARK (P) if your Pontiacis be drained much sooner. And the excessive.heat moving. If you do, you coulddamage the can damage yourstarter motor. transmission. Shift toPARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped.

’ 2-17 2. If your engine won’tstart (or starts but then stops),it To start your 5.7 Liter LT1 engine: could be flooded with too much gasoline.Try 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal,turn the pushing your accelerator pedalall the way to the ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let floor and holding it there as you hold the keyin go of the key. The idle speedwill go down as your START for about three seconds.If the car starts engine gets briefly but then stopsagain, do the same thing, but warm. this time keep the pedaldown for five or six seconds. I This clears the extra gasolinefrom the engine. NOTICE: ~ ~ Holding yourkey in START for longer than NOTICE: 15 seconds at a time will cause yourbattery to Your engine is designedto work with the be drained much sooner. Andthe excessive heat electronics inyour vehicle. If you add electrical can damage yourstarter motor. parts oraccessories9 you could changethe way the fuel in&tion system operates. Beforeadding 2. If it doesn’t start within10 seconds, push the electrical equipment, check with your dealer.If accelerator pedal all theway to the floor, while you you don’t, your engine might notperform hold the ignitionkey in START. When the engine properly. starts, let go of the key and let up on the accelerator pedal. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to If you ever haveto have your vehicle towed, see help avoid draining your battery. the part of this manual that tells how to doit without damaging yourvehicle. See “Towing Your Car” inthe ‘Index.

2-18 When starting your enginein very cold weather (below - Ir 0°F or -18"C), do this: NOTICE: ' 7 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turnthe Your engine is designed to work withthe ignition key to START and holdit there. Whenthe electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical engine starts, letgo of the key. Use the accelerator parts oraccessories, you could changethe way pedal to maintaiq engine speed, if youhave to, until the fuel injection system operates. Before adding your engine has run fora while. ' 4+ electrical equipment, check withyour dealer. If 2. If your engine still won't start (or starts but then you don't, your engine might notperform stops), it could be flooded withtoo much gasoline. properly. Try pushing your acceleratorpedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold thekey in If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see START for about three seconds. If thecar starts the part of this manual that tells howto do it briefly but then stops again,do the same thing,but without damaging yourvehicle. See "Towing this time keep the pedal downfor five or six seconds. Your Car" in the Index. This clears the extra gasolinefrom the engine.

2-19 Driving Through Deep Standing Performance Mode Switch Water This switch lets you change from a normal driving mode ,* ,* to a performance mode. When you start the engine, the switch willbe in normal mode. For general driving NOTICE: conditions, use the normal mode. It will remainin If you drive too quickly through deep puddlesor normal unless you select thePERFORM feature. standing water, water can comein through your For a firmer shiftand increased performance, you may engine’s air intake and badly damage your choose the PERFORM mode. The light in the centerof engine. Never drive through water that is slightly the switch willlight up when selected. The switch will lower than the underbodyof your vehicle.If you then remain in performance mode until the engineis can’t avoid deep puddles or standingwaiter, drive shut off, when it will go backto normal mode. through them very slowly. Second-Gear Start Engine Coolant Heater (Option)

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Your vehicle may be equipped with a Second-Gear Start feature. Press 2ND GEAR START to provide more In very cold weather,0 "F (- 18 O C) or colder,the engine traction when you are starting onice or other slippery coolant heater can help. You'll get easierstarting and surfaces. The transmission will bein second gear when better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the vehicle begins to move. After startingin second the coolant heater should be pluggedin a minimum of gear, the vehicle will upshift normally. four hours prior to starting your vehicle. This feature is only for improved traction whenthe road surface is slippery and is not intendedfor continuous use. Always use NORMALfor normal road conditions. You may press 2ND GEAR START again toturn off this feature. Whenever you start your vehicle,the transmission is in the NORMAL mode. 2-21 To use the coolant heater: 1. Turn off the engine. NOTICE: 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. After you’ve used the coolant heater,be sure to store the cordas it was before to keepit away 3. Plug it into a normal,grounded 110-volt outlet. from moving engine parts. If you don’t, it could be damaged. be I

How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the weather, the kindof oil you have, and some other things. Insteadof trying to list everything here, weask that you contact your Pontiac dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can giveyou the best advice for that particular area.

2-22 Automatic Transmission

There are several different positionsfor your shift lever. PARK (P): This locks your rear wheels. It’sthe best position to use when you start yourengine because your vehicle can’t move easily.

2-23 Ensure the shift leveris fully in PARK (P) range To rock your vehicle back and forth toout get of snow, before starting the engine.Your Pontiac has a ice or sand without damaging your transmission, see brake-transmission shift interlock. You have to fully “Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow,If You’re” in the apply your regular brakes before you can shift from Index. PARK (P) when the ignition key is in the RUN position. (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on NEUTRAL connect with the wheels.To restart when you’re the shift lever push the shift leverall the way into -- already moving,use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use PARK (P) and also release the shift lever button floor on NEUTRAL, (N) when your vehicleis being towed. shift console models as you maintain brake application. Then move the shiftlever into the gear you wish. (Press the shift lever buttonbefore moving the shiftlever on floor shift console models.) See “Shifting Out of PARK (P) inthis part. REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up.

NOTICE: Shifting to REVERSE(R) while your vehicleis moving forward could damage your transmission. Shift to REVERSE(R) only after your vehicleis stopped. THIRD (3): This is like D, but you never go into NOTICE: Overdrive. Damage to your transmission caused by shifting Here are some times you mightchoose THIRD instead out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL [N)with the of OVERDRIVE: engine racing isn’t covered by your warranty. - When driving on hilly, winding roads. - When towing a trailer,so there is less shifting AUTOMATIC OVERDWE (D) gears.between This positionis for normal driving.If you need more - When going down a steep hill. power for passing,and you’re: SECOND (2): This position gives youmore power but - Going less than about35 mph (56 kmk), push lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2)on hills. your accelerator pedalabout halfway down. It can help control your speed as you go dowri-:.steep mountainroads, but thenyou would also want-to use ’, - Going about 35 mph (56 kmk)or more, push the ! your brakes off and on. 1 accelerator all theway down. 4 You’ll shift down tothe next gear and have more I power. NOTICE: NOTICE: Don’t drive in SECOND for more than 5 miles If your rear wheels can’t rotate, don’t try to (8 km), or at speeds over 55 mph (88 km/h), or drive. This might happenif you were stuck in you can damage your transmission.Use very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid OVERDRIVE or THIRD as much as possible. object.’You could damage your transmission. Don’t shift into SECOND unless youare going Also, if you stop when going uphill, don’t hold slower than 65 mph (105 km/h),or you can your vehicle there with only the acceleratw damage’yourengine. pedal. This could overheat and damage the transmission. Use your brakes or shift into FIRST (1): This position gives youeven more power BARK (P) to hold your vehicle in position (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can on.‘a hill. .- ., use it on very steep hills, orin deep snow or.mud. If the e 1Y selector lever is put in FIRST (l),the transmission Maximum engine speed is limited to protect driveline won’t shift into first gear untilthe vehicle is going Lomponents from improper operation. slowly enough.

2-26 Manual Tradsmission This is your shift pattern. Here’s howto operate your transmission: Five-Speed 0 FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedaland shi€t into FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. 1 3 5 You can shiftinto FIRST (1) whed you’re going less than 20 mph (32 M).If you’ve cowe to a compiete stop and it’s hardto‘shift into FIRST (1) put the shift lever in NEUTkAL and let up on the clutch. Press the clutch pedal backdown. Then shift into FIRST (1). 0 SECOND (2): Press the clutchpedal 10 fhe floor as you let up on the acceleratorpedal and s&ft into 2 4 SECOND (2). Then, slowly letup on the clutch R pedal as you pressthe accelerator pedal. 0 THIRD, FOURTH, FIFTH(3,4,5, Gears): Shift into THIRD (3)’ FOURTH t4) and FIFTH (5) the same way youdo for SECOND (2). Slowly let up on the clutchpedal as you press the accelerator pedal.

2-27 0 To Stop: Let up on the accelerator pedal and press Six-Speed the brake pedal. Just before the vehicle stops, press the clutch pedal and thebrake pedal, and shift to NEUTRAL. NEUTRAL (N): Use this position when youstart or 3 5 R idle your engine. REVERSE (R): To back up, press down the clutch pedal and shift ipto REVERSE (R).Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal.

F NOTICE: 2 4 6 Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. Shifting to REVERSE(R) while your vehicle is moving could damage your This is your shift pattern. Here’show to operate your transmission. transmission: FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedaland shift into Also, use Reverse, along withthe parking brake, for FIRST (1). Then, slowly letup on the clutch pedal as

parkingvehicle. your I you press the accelerator pedal.

2-28 You can shift intoFIRST (1) when you’re going less 0 NEUTRAL (N): Use this positionwhen you start or than 20 mph (32 kmk). If you’ve come toa idle your engine. complete stop and it’shard to shiftinto FIRST (1) 0 REVERSE To back up, press down the clutch put the shift lever in NEUTRAL and let upthe on (R): pedal and shiftinto REVERSE (R). Let up on the clutch. Press the clutchpedal back down. Then shift clutch pedal slowly while pressingthe accelerator into FIRST (1). pedal. If you shift from SIXTH (6) into REVERSE 0 SECOND (2): Press the clutchpedal as you let up (R) the shift lever mustbe first placed in the on the accelerator pedaland shift into SECOND(2). NEUTRAL position centeredbetween SECOND (2) Then, slowly letup on the clutch pedal as you press and THIRD (3) prior to shfting into REVERSE (R). the accelerator pedal. Your six-speed manual transmission has a feature that THIRD, FOURTH, FIFTH, and SIXTH(3,4,5, allows you to safely shiftinto REVERSE (R) while the and 6 Gears): Shift into THIRD(3), FOURTH (4), vehicle is rolling (atless than 5 mph). You will be FIFTH (5) and SIXTH (6) the same way you do for locked-out if you try to shift intoREVERSE (FQ while SECOND (2).Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as your vehicle is moving faster than5 mph. f you press the accelerator pedal. If you have turned your ignitionoff and wish to park 1 0 To Stop: Let up on the accelerator pedaland press your vehiclein Reverse, you willhave to move the shift the brake pedal. Just beforethe vehicle stops, press lever quickly to the right, “crashing”through the high the clutch pedal and thebrake pedal, and shift load spring and then into gear. to“Neutra1.”

I I / I I 2-29 Skip Shift Light(5.7L LTl Engine) When this lightis on, the gear shift lever will you let shift from FIRST (1) to FOURTH (4) gears only. Once you are in FOURTH (4) gear, you can press the clutch again and shiftinto another gear. Follow the shift speeds in this chart when SKIP the SHIFT lightis on. Computer AidedManual Transmission Shift Speeds: 1st to 4th 15 mph (24km/h) 4th to 5th25 mph (40 km/h)* 5th to6th 40 mph (64km/h)** Each time you come to a stop, the engine's Electronic When this light comes on, youcan only shiftfrom Control Module (ECM) determines when to activate the FIRST (1) to FOURTH(4) gear instead of FIRST (1) to SKIP SHIFT upshift system. UseSECOND (2) gear SECOND (2) gear.This helps you to get the best only when you accelerate very quickly froma stop. You possible fuel economy. can then follow the full gear shift pattern. This light will come on under these conditions: "30 mph (48 km/h) when acceleratingto highway 0 The engine coolant temperature is greater than speeds. 170°F (77"C), **45 mph (72 krn/h) when acceleratingto highway 0 You are going 15-20 mph (24-32.'km/h), and speeds.

0 You are at 35% throttle or less.

2-30 Shift Speeds (Manual Transmission) This chart showswhen to shift tothe next higher gear .for best fuel economy.

MANUAL TRANSMISSION RECOMMENDED SHIFT SPEEDS, IN MPH (kmh) I I Acceleration Shifi Speed Engine 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4t0 5 5 to 6 r 3.4L L32 13-16 21-28 32-37 45-47 NIA (Code S) (51-59)(34-35) (21-25) (72-75) NOTICE: I If you skip more thanone gear when you) downshift, or if you race the engine wheaiyou downshift, you candamage the clutch or" If your speed drops below20 mph (30 kmk), or if the engine is not running smoothly, you shoulddownshift to transmission. the next lower gear.You may have to downshift two or more gears to keep the enginerunning smoothly or for good performance.

2-31 Limited-Slip RearAxle To set theparking brake: If you have this feature, your rear axle can give you additional traction on snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel. It works like a standard axle mostof the time, but when one of the rear wheels hasno traction andthe other does, the limited-slip feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle.

Parking Brake The parking brake uses thebrakes on the rear wheels.

Hold the brake pedaldown and pull up on the parking brake lever. If the ignition ison, the brake system warning light will come on. To release the parking brake: NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat.You may have to replace them,and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. L If you are towinga trailer and are parking on any hill: See“Towing a Trailer”in the Index. That section shows whatto do first to keep thetrailer from moving.

Hold the brake pedaldown. Pull the parking brakelever up until you can push in the release button. Hold the release button in as you move the brake leverall the way down.

2-33 Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic lhnsmission Models Only)

1. Hold the brake pedal down withyour right foot and set the parking brake.

2-34 2. Move the shift leverinto PARK (P) position like If you have to leave your vehicle with enginethe this: running, be sure your vehicleis in PARK (P) and your Hold in the button on the lever, and push the parking brake is firmly set before youleave it. After lever all the way toward the frontof your car. you’ve moved the shift lever into the PARK (P) position, hold the regular brake pedaldown. Then, see if 3. Move the ignition key to LOCK. you can move the shift lever awayfrom PARK (P) 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can without first pushing the button.If you can, it means walk away from yourcar with the ignition keyin that the shift lever wasn’t fully lockedinto PARK (P). your hand, your caris in PARK (P). Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission) Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine If you are parkingon a hill and you don’tshift your Running (Automatic Transmission Models transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the Only) vehicle mayput too much force onthe parking pawl in the transmission. You may find it difficultto pull the shift lever outof PARK (P). Thisis called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before youleave the driver’s seat. To find out how, see “ShiftingInto PARK (P)” in the Index. When you are ready to drive, movethe shift lever out of PARK (P) before you release the parking brake. If “torque lock” does occur, you may needto have another vehicle pushyours a little uphillto take some of the pressurefrom the transmission, so you can pull the shift lever outof PARK (P).

2-35 Shiftiqg out of PARK (P) Parking Your Vehicle

(Authmatic.... Transmission) (Manual Transmission) Your Pontic has a brake-transmission shift interlock. Before you get out of your vehicle, put your manual You hqve to hlly apply your regular brake before you transmission in REVERSE (R) and firmly apply the ca~shjft from PARK (P) whenthe ignition is in the parkingbrake. RUN position. See “Automatic Transmission” in the If your vehicle is equipped to towa trailer, see “Towing Index. a Trailer” in the Index. If yov cmot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever -push the shift leverall the way into PARK (P) and release the shift lever button as you maintain brake application. Then press theshift lever button and move the shift leverinto the gear you wish. If you per hold the brake pedal down butstill can’t shift out of PARK (P), try this: 1. Turn @e key to OFF. 2, Apply and hold the brake. 3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). 4. St& the vehicle and thenshift to the drivegear you ww!. 5. Have the vehiclefixed as soon as you can, Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust

2-37 Running Your Engine While You’re Parked (Automatic Transmission) It’s better not to park with theengine running. But if you ever have to, here aresome things to know.

Follow the proper steps tobe sure your vehicle won’t move. See “Shifting IntoPARK (P)” in theIndex. If you are parking ona hill and if you’re pullinga trailer, also see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.

2-38 Windows You can also open the passenger windowany amount by pressing the switch and releasingit when the window Manual Windows has loweredto the positionyou want. Rotate the window crank handle to open and close each The switch for the driver’s window has an Express door window. Down feature. Quickly press and release theswitch for the driver’s window and the window willlower Power Windows (Option) completely. You can also open the driver’swjndow any amount by pressing the switch again while thewindow is in the Express Downmode when it has lowered to the position you want.

With power windows, switcheson the doorcontrol each window when the ignitionis on or when RAP is present. (See “Retained Accessory Power”in the Index.)

2-39 Horn Tilt Wheel

To sound the horn, presseither horn symbol on your A tilt steering wheel allowsyou to adjust the steering steering wheel. wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level'to give your legs more roomwhen you exit and enter the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheeland pull the lever. Movethe steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release the lever to lock the wheelin place.

2-40 The Tclrn SignaMlea~ampBeam Lever Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator

The lever on the left sideof the steering column The turn signalhas two upward (for Right)and two includes your: downward (for Left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turnor a lane change. Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator To signal a turn, move thelever all the way up qr down. Headlamp High/Low Beam and Passing Signal When the turnis finished, the lever will return WindshieldWipers automatically. WindshieldWasher Cruise Control (Option) Headlamp High/Low Beam

A green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. To change the headlamps fromlow beam to high or high To signal a lane change,just raise or lower the lever to low, pull the signal leverall the way toward you. until the green arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until turn Then releaseit. When the high beams are on,this blue you complete your lane change.The lever will return by light on the instrument panel alsowill be on. itself when you release it. As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows don’t flash but just stay on,a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, replaceit to help avoid an accident. If the green arrows don’t goon at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse (see“Fuses” in the Index).

2-42 Windshield Wipers For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST.Hold it there until the wipers start, thenlet go. The wipers will stop afterone cycle. If you want morecycles, hold the 1band onMIST longer. You can set the wiper speedfor a longor short delay between wipes.This can be very usefulin light rain or snow. Turn the band tochoose the delay time. The closer toLO, the shorter the delay. For steady wiping at low speed,turn the band away from you to the LO position. For high speed wiping, turn the band' further, to'H1.To stop the wipers, move the band toOFF. Damaged wiper blades may prevent youfrom seeing

well enough to drive safely.To avoid damage, be sure to I clear ice and snow from the wipers blades before using * them. If they're frozen to the windshield, carefully You control the windshieldwipers by turning the band loosen or thaw them. If your bladesdo become with the wiper symbol onit. damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. Heavy snowor ice can overload your wipers.A circuit breaker will stop them until the motorcools. Clear away snow orice to prevent an overload.

2-43 Windshield Washer

NOTICE: 0 When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructionsfor adding water. 0 Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solutionto freeze At &e top of the turn signal lever there’s a paddle with and damage your washer fluidtank aiad thd wbrd PUSH on it. To spray washerfluid on the other partsof the washer system.Also, windshield, just push the paddlefor less than a second. water doesn’t cleanas well as washer fluid. The washer will continueto spray until yourelease the 0 Fili your washer fluidtank only 3/4 full paddle. The wipers will clear the window and wipe a when it’s very cold.This allows fop few niore times before stopping orretuming to the expansion, which could damage thetank if pr&+ms setting. it is completely full. 0 Don’t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer.It can damage your washer system and paint. Cruise Control (Option) When you apply your brakes, or pushthe clutch pedal, if you have a manual transmission, thecruise control shuts off.

With cruise control, you can maintaina speed of about 25 rnph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise controlIf your vehicleis in cruise control whenthe optional does not work at speeds below about25 mph (40 km/h). traction control system begins to limitwheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage.(See “Traction Control” in the Index.) Whenroad conditions allow you to safely useit again, you may turn the cruise back on.

2-45 To Set Cruise Control 1. Move the cruise control switch toON.

2. Get up to the speedyou want. 3. Push in the set button at the endof the lever and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

2-46 To Resume a Set Speed To Increase Speed WhileUsing Cruise Control There are two waysto go to a higher speed. Here’sthe first: 1. Use the accelerator pedal to get tothe higher speed. 2. Push the buttonat the end of the lever, thenrelease the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now

cruise at the higher speed. ’ 6: Here’s the second way to go to a higher speed: 1. Move the Cruise switch from ON to WA. Hold it there until you getup’to the speed you want, and then release the switch. To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch to WA for less than half seconda and then Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed release it. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go and then you apply the brake or clutch peddle. This,of about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster. course, shutsoff the cruise control. But you don’t need to resetit. Once you’re going about25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise controlswitch from ON to R/A (Resume/Accelerate)for about half a second. You’ll go right backup to your chosen speedand stay there.

2-47 To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise To Get Out of Cruise Control Control There are several ways toturn off the cruise control: There are two ways toreduce your speed while using 1. Step lightly on the brake pedal or clutch pedal,if you cruise control: have a manual transmission; or 1. Push the button atthe end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then releaseit. 2. To slow down in very small amounts,push the button for less than half a second.Each time youdo this, you’ll go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower. Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the acceleratorpedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise controlspeed you set earlier. Using Cruise Controlon Hills How well your cruise control will work hillson depends upon your speed, load, and the steepness ofthe hills. 2. Move the cruise switch to OW. When going up steephills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain yourspeed. When going downhill, you may have to brake orshift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake takes you out of cruise control. Many drivers findthis to be too much trouble and don’t use cruise control on steephills. 2-48 To Erase Speed Memory The main lamp control is a knob that works these lamps: When you turnoff the cruise control or the ignition, Headlamps your cniise control set speed memoryis erased. Taillamps

Main Lamp Control 0 Parking lamps L-’ License lamps Sidemarker lamps -7 Instrument panel lights -‘pJ- ’ I ’ This setting turns on your headlamps afid dther operating lamps. Pg This setting turns on your parkinglamps without your headlamps. Turn the knob to OFF to turn off the lamps. Brightness Control )t/.I This switch controlsthe brightness af YOU instrument panel lights. Turn the switch to brightenor dim the lights.If you turn the switch all the way upyour courtesy lamps will come on.

2-49 Daytime Running Lamps (Canada) When the DRL are on, only your frontturn signal lamps will be on. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) makeit easier to see won’t be on. Your instrument panel won’tbe lit up either. the front of your vehicleduring the day. DIU can be helpful when it’s raining andin the short periods after When it’s dark enough outside, your front turn signal dawn and before sunset. Several countries, including lamps will go outand your headlamps will come on. Canada, require DRL. The other lamps that come on with your headlampswill also come on. A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work, so be sure it isn’t covered. When it’s bright enough outside, the regular lamps will go off, and your front turn signal lamps come on. The DRL system.wil1make your front turn signallamps come on when: As with any vehicle, you shouldturn on the regular headlamp system any time you need it. The ignition is on

0 The headlamp switch is off, and Lamps On Reminder The parking brake is released. If you turn the ignition OFF and leave the lamps on,you will hear a chime when you open the driver’s door.

2-50 Headlamp Doors The headlamp doors should be open whendriving in icy or snowy conditions to prevent thedoors from freezing closed and when washing the vehicleto help clean the headlamps. You can openthe headlamp doorsmanually: 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the plastic cover from the retractor motor knob. 3. Turn the retractor motor knob counterclockwise until the headlamp door is fully open.The knob will get harder to turn when the headlampdoor is all the way UP- 4. Replace the plastic cover on the retractormotor knob. The headlamp doors are designed to open when you turn To manually close the headlamp doors, turnthe lamps the headlamps on and close when you turn the off and turn theknob clockwise. If the headlamp doors headlamps off. The headlampdoors can be opened aren’t working properly, see your Pontiac dealerfor without turning on the headlamps by turningthe help. headlamps on, then turning in the switch back to the parlung lamps position.

2-51 Fog Lamps (Option) Front Map Lamps 1 Use your fog lamps for better vision infoggy or misty conditions. Your parking lamps must be on or yourfog lamps won’t work. a$ To turn the fog lamps on, push the right sideof the fog lamp switch. Pushthe left side to turn the fog lamps off. A light on the switch willcome on when thefog lamps are on. Fog lamps will go off whenever your high beamscome on. When the high beamsgo off, the fog lamps will come on again. Interior Lamps c Courtesy Lamps When any dooris opened, several interior lamps go on. Your inside rearview mirror includes twomap lamps. These lamps are courtesy lamps.They make it easier for Each lamp has its own switch. Use the switch closest to you to enter and leave your vehicle. the lamp to turn it on. The lamps will also go on when a Courtesy lamps includethe dome lamp and otherlamps door is opened. throughout the interiorof your vehicle.

2-52 Mirrors An inside rearview mirror is attachedto your windshield. The mirror has pivots so that you can adjust it. Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror You can adjust the mirror for day ornight driving. Pull the tab for night driving reduceto glare. Push the tab for daytime driving. Manual Outside Adjustable Mirror Adjust the passenger side outside mirror by hand so that you can just see the side of your vehicle when youare sitting in a comfortable driving position. Manual Remote Control Mirror Adjust the driverside outside mirror withthe lever on the door. Adjust themirror so that youjust see the side of your vehicle when you are sittingin a comfortable driving position. ;y

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2-53 Electric Mirror Control (Option) Convex OutsideMirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curvedso you can see more from the driver’s seat.

The electric mirror controlis on the driver’s door. To adjust either mirror,move the center switch toLEFT (L) Floor Mats or RIGHT (R). Then use the touch pad to adjustthe Your Firebirds floor mats are custom-fittedto the floor mirror. wells. Be sure the driver’s floormat is in place. If it The control only works when the ignition switch is in isn’t, it could interfere with the acceleratoror brake RUN or ACC, or whenRAP is present. (See “Retained pedal. Accessory Power’’ in the Index.) Twin Lift-off Roof Panels (Option) If you have this option, youcan remove one or both lift-off roof panels. \

The door key unlocks the panels. Thelock is over the front door window. Turn the key tothe left to unlock the panel.

2-55 Then push on the releasehandle to unlatch the panel. Open the close-out panel completely. Place the panel in Lift the outer edge of the panel and pull it toward you. the correct slot (DRIVER) or (PASSENGER) in the rear area of your vehicle. Make sure the handle is open and facing you whenyou put it in the storage slot. Reverse the steps aboveto install the T-top panels. When installing panels,be sure to align weatherstrips properly. Panels incorrectly installed may leak.

Push the handle closed to secure the panelin the slot. To lock each panel in the storage area, use your door key. NOTICE: High pressure car washes may cause wat&to enter your vehicle. Never spray water dikectly at the roof paneljoints. Thiswill cause leak&

2-57 T-Top Sunshades 2. With the top rajsed and resting on the centerroof rail, slide the flat edge of the sunshade panel (with the vinyl side to the glass) between the glass and plastic trim, making sure the edge markedDRIVER FRONT is pointing to thefront of the vehicle.

1. Start with the panel marked DRIVER FRONT. Unlatch the driver-side T-top, raise it halfway and close the latch handle.

3. Open the latch and close the T-top. Checkto see if there are any gaps showing. Unlatch T-topthe and adjust the sunshade as required.

2-58 4. Once the sunshade is installed properly, you can 6. Install the T-tops, close the latch and lock the T-top. stick theVelcro' buttons on the glass for a properfit Repeat the above steps for the passenger-side sunshade. every time you install the sunshades.To do this, first remove the T-topwith the sunshade installed and place it upside downon a table or bench. Takecare not to scratch the glass.

.. You can store the sunshades two differentways: 1. When the T-tops are in use, store the sunshades in their storage areain the rear of the car, and makesure the close-out panel isin its closed, upright position. 5. Pull the sunshade back a little and removethe backing paper from the Velcro@buttons. Push the sunshade 2. When you have the T-tops off and in their storage back into place stickingthe Velcro@to the glass. slots, store the sunshades on the T-tops, in their installed position.

2-59 Storage and Compartments Front Console Glove Box To use the storage area, push the tab and up pull on the front end of the console. Thereis a cupholder and lamp in the console. The console will also have a storage area for either cassette tapes or compact discs. There is alsoan extra wiring harness that can be used for addition electrical devices. See your dealer for more information. Close-Out Panel

To open the glove box, lift up on the lever. Use your door key to lock and unlock it.The glove box has a lamp inside. Map Pocket Each door has a map pocket.There may also be a map pocket on the backof the seats. The close-out panel can be closed for hidden storage in the rear area of your vehicle. 2-60

-- -- To remove the close-outpanel: 1. Close the panel.If the close-out panel is not closed and resting on the trimpanel, it cannot be removed. 2. Pull the panel towardyou to unsnap it. Then slide the close-out panel alongthe groove in the trim panel. Reverse the steps to installthe panel.

When carrying large or heavyitems, it isa goodidea to open the panel and place theitems in the rear area.

2-61 Sun Visors Ashtray and Lighter Front Ashtray

To block out glare, youcan swing down the visors. You can also swing them to the side.The elastic bands on your visor provide extra storagefor maps or papers. Lift up the cover to open the ashtray.To remove it,lift up on either side of the ashtray.If you have an automatic Covered Visor Vanity Mirror transmission, the ashtray is near the frontof your I Pull down the sun visor andlift the cover to expose the console. If you havea manual transmission, tfie ashtray vanity mirror. is near your cupholder. I NOTICE: NOTICE: Don’t put papersand other thingsthat burninto Don’t hold a cigarette lighterin with your hand your ashtray. If you do, cigarettes or other while it is heating. If you do, it won’t be ableto smoking materials could set them on fire,causing back away from the heating element when it’s damage. ready. That canmake it overheat, damaging the lighter and the heatingelement. Cigarette Lighter If you plug accessories into your cigarette lighter, such as heating devicesor air compressors, these accessories I \ should have a rated current of less than15 amps. Exceeding this limit will result in a blown fuse.

To use the lighter, pushit in all the way and let go. When it’s ready,it will pop back by itself. 2-63 Instrument Panel

2-64 1. Fog Lamp Switch (if equipped) 12.Cupholder 2. Main Lamp Control 13. Storage Console and CassetteTapeKompact Disc 3. Side Upper Air Vent Storage (as equipped) 14. Transmission Mode Switch (Automatic 4. Instrument Cluster Transmission) 5. Horn 15. Shift Lever 6. Center Upper AirVent 16. Ashtray (Automatic Transmission) 7. Audio System 17. Rear Window Defogger Switch 8. Glove Box 18. Steering Wheel Controls 9. Comfort Controls 19. Remote Hatch Release 10. Cigarette Lighter 20. Convertible Top Switch (if equipped) 11. Parking Brake Lever 21. Traction Control System Switch (if equipped)

2-65 Instrument Panel and Cluster

CHECK LOW GAUGES OIL

Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a Speedometer and Odometer glance how your car is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how muchfuel you haveleft and Your speedometer letsyou see your speed in both miles many other things you’ll needto know to drive safely per hour (mph) and lulometers per hour(km/h). Your and economically. odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, 2-66 in either miles (used in theU.S.) or kilometers (usedin Warning Lights, Gauges and Indicators Canada). This part describes the warning lightsand gauges that Your Pontiac’s odometer is tamper-resistant.If you can may be on your vehicle.The pictures will help you see silver lines between the numbers, probablysomeone locate them. has tried toturn it back. The numbers may notbe true. Warning lights andgauges can signal that something is You may wonder what happens if your Pontiac needs a wrong beforeit becomes seriousenough to cause an new odometer installed. If possible, the new one has to be expensive repair or replacement.Paying attention to set to the same reading the old one had.If it can’t be, then your warning lights and gauges couldalso save you or it’s set at zero, buta label on the driver’s door must show others from injury. the old reading and when the new one was installed. Warning lights go on when there maybe or is,a problem with one of your car’s functions.As you will see in the Trip Odometer details on the next few pages, somewarning lights come The trip odometer can tell you howfar your car has been on briefly when you turn the ignitionkey just to let you driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero. know they’re working.If you arefamiliar with this section, you should notbe alarmed when this happens. To set the trip odometer to zero, press the knob. Gauges can indicate when there maybe or is a problem Tachometer with one of your car’s functions.Often gauges and warning lights work togetherto let youknow ,when The tachometer displays theengine speed in thousands there’s aproblem with your car. of revolutions per minute (rpm). When one of the warning lightscomes on and stays on when you are driving, or whenone of the gauges shows I NOTICE: there may be a problem,check the section that tells you what to do about it. Pleasefollow the manual’s advice. Do not operate the engine with the tachometerin Waiting to do repairs can be costly- and even I the red area, or engine damage may occur. dangerous. So please get to knowyour warning lights and gauges.They’re a big help. 2-67 Safety Belt. . ,.. Reminder Light Air Bag Readiness Light There isan air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, whichshows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if thereis an electrical problem. The system check includes theair bag sensorsand modules, the wiring andthe diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag system, see “Air Bag” in the Index.

When the key is turned to RUNor START, a chime will AIR come on €&about eight secondsto remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety beltis BAG already buckled. The safety belt light will alsocome on andI Ctiy.. on until the driver’s belt is buckled.

You will see this light flash for a few secondswhen you turn your ignition toRUN or START. Then thelight should go out.This means the system is ready. If the air bag readiness light doesn’t come on when you start your vehicle, or stays on, or comeswhen on you are driving, yourair bag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced rightaway. Brake System Warning Light It may take longerto stop. If the lightis still on, or if the anti-lock brake system warning lightis flashing, have Your Pontiac’s hydraulic the vehicle towedfor service. (See “Anti-LockBrake brake systemis divided into System Warning Light” and “Towing YourCar” in the Index.) BRAKE working,two parts. the If oneother part part isn’t can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working

If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. This light should come on briefly as you start the vehicle. If it doesn’t comeon then, have it fixedso it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. The brake system warning light willalso come on when If the light comes on while youare driving, pulloff the you set your parking brake, andit will stay on if your road and stop carefully.You may notice thatthe pedal is parking brake doesn’t release fully.If it stays on after harder to push. Or, the pedal maygo closer to the floor. your parking brakeis fully released, it means you have a brake problem.

2-69 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ABS INOP

If the anti-lock brake system warning light stayson With the anti-lock brake system,this light will come on when longer than normal after you’ve started your engine,turn you start your engine and it will stay on forthree seconds. the ignition off. Or, if the lightcomes on and stays on That’s normal.If the light doesn’t come on, it have fixed so it when you’re driving, stop as soon as possible tumand will be readyto warn you if there is a problem. the ignitionoff. Then start theengine again to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again If the light flashes whenyou’re driving, you don’thave while you’re driving, your Pontiac needs service.If the anti-lock brakes and therecould be a problem with your light is on but not flashing and the regular brake system regular brakes. Pulloff the road and stop carefully.You warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes, but you may notice that the pedal harder is to push. Or, the pedal don’t have anti-lock brakes. may go closer tothe floor. It may take longerto stop. Have the vehicle towedfor service. (See “Towing Your Car” in the Index.)

2-70 Traction Control System Warning Light The traction controlsystem will shut down partially due (Option) to brake overheatingbut the TCS OW light will not come on. If there is throttle overheating,the TCS OFF light will illuminate and the system willshut down. Once everything coolsoff, the system will operate normally again. i TCS OFF

This light will also come foron three secondseach time you start your vehicle as bulb a check andif there’s a system failure. See “Traction Control System”in the Index. When the traction control system isoff, the TCS OFF light will stay on.

2-71 Low Traction Light Engine Coolant Temperature Gage LOW TRAC

When your anti-lock system is adjusting brake pressure to This gage shows the engine coolant temperature.If the help avoid a braking skid, theLOW TRAC light will gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine is too appear on your instrument cluster.If you have the traction hot! It means that your engine coolant has overheated.If control system,this light willalso come on when the you have been operating your vehicle under normal system is limiting wheel spin. Slippery road conditions driving conditions,you should pulloff the road, stop may exist if this light comes on,so adjust your driving your vehicle and turnoff the engineas soon as possible. accordingly. The light will stay on for a few seconds after In “Problems onthe Road,”this manual shows whatto the anti-lock system stops adjusting brake pressureor the do. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index. traction control system stops limiting wheel spin. The LOW TRAC light also comes on briefly,as a bulb check, when the engine is started. If the light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be there to tell you when the anti-lock brake system or traction control system is active. 2-72 Low Coolant Light (V8 Engine) I I I NOTICE: Driving with theLOW COOLANT light oncaul4 cause your Pontiac to overheat. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index. Your Pontiac&ul@ be damaged and it wouldn’t be coveredby your COOLANT warranty.

This red warning light should comeon while you are starting your engine.If the light doesn’t comeon, have it repaired. The light also comeson when the coolantin your radiatoris low. You may need to add coolant. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index.

. 2773 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while the emission controls won’t work as well, your fuel economy won’t be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This I SERVICE could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty. ~ ENGINE

SOON OBD I1 3.8L Engine (CodeK) .. Certain vehiclesare equipped with a new emission diagnostic system.You can tell whether your vehicle has A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition this systemby reading our tune-up label located under and emission control systems. Thislight should come on the hood. If the label says OBD11 on it, the following when the ignition is on, but the engine is not running, as instructions apply. a check to show you it is working. If it does notcome on Your Pontiac Firebird is equipped withan onboard at all, have it fixed right away.If it stays on,or it comes computer which monitors operationof the emission on while you are driving, the computer is indicating that control system.This system is called OBD11 (On- you have a problem.You should take your vehicle infor Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended service soon. to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light comes on to indicate when serviceis required. Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system

2-74 before any problem is apparent, which may prevent These following conditions also maycause the more serious damage to your vehicle.The system is also SERVICE ENGINESOON light tocome on. designed to assist your service technicianin correctly Low Fuel/Out of Fuel - As the vehicle starts to run out diagnosing any malfunction. - of fuel the SERVICE ENGINE SOONlight may come The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light shouldcome on, on as a resultof an engine misfire. Filling your gasoline as a check to show youit is working, whenthe ignition tank should correct this condition.Make sure to install is on and the engine is not running.This light will also the gas cap fully.It will require afew driving trips to come on during a malfunction inone or two ways: turn the lightoff. Light on steady - - indicates a system malfunction Poor Quality Fuel - - Be sureto fuel your vehicle with has been detected. Drivethe vehicle to the dealerfor quality fuel.Your engine may not run efficiently onpoor service at your first opportunity. fuel. Poor fuel maycause stalling, hesitation or misfire. Light Flashing - - indicates a misfire has been These conditions may go away when theengine is detected which may damagethe emission control warmed-up. However, poor qualityfuel may cause the system. The damage maybe reduced'by lowering the SERVICE ENGINE SOONlight to come on. vehicle speed, reducingthe amount of cargo being Have a dealer check the vehicle.If no problems are hauled or trailered, avoiding hard acceleration,or by found, you may want tochange to another brand of fuel. avoiding steep uphill grades.If these actions are Driving Through Standing Water -- Driving your effective, the light will stop flashing andremain on vehicle through puddles of deep standing -w.a&rmay steady. Drive the vehicle to a dealerfor service. If result in a temporary misfire condition.This condition the light continues to flash, stop the vehicle.Wait for will usually correct itself- shortly afterthe electrical a steady light to come on, then drive the vehicle to system dries out.It will require a fewdriving trips to the nearest dealer for service. turn the light off.

2-75 Enghe Oil Pressure Gauge 3.8L Engine Only

NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglectedoil This gage tells youif there couldbe a problem with your problems can be costly andis not covered byyour engine oil pressure. warranty. The engine oil pressure gaugeshows the engine oil pressure in psi (poundsper square inch) in the U.S., or kPa (kilopascals) in Canada, when theengine is running. Oil pressure should be 20 to 80 psi (140 to 550 kPa). It may vary with engine speed, outsidetemperature and oil viscosity, but readings above the red area showthe normal operating range.Readings in the red area tell you that the engine is low on oil,or that you mighthave some other oil problem. See “Engine Oil”in the Index.

2-76 Low Oil Light I NOTICE.: The oil level monitoring system only checks the oil levelwhen you are starting yourengine. It does not keep monitoring thelevel once your LOW engine is running. Also, the oil level check only works when the engine hasbeen turned off long OIL enough for theoil to drainback into theoil pan.

Your vehicle is equipped withan oil level monitoring system. When you start your engine, redthe warning light will come on briefly.If the light doesn’tcome on, have it repaired.If the light stays on after starting your engine, your engine oil level maybe too low. You may need to add oil. See “Engine Oil” in the Index.

2-77 Voltmeter If you idle your engine for a while, the voltmeter reading might move into the yellow zone.If the reading stays in the yellow zone while you are driving,you may have a problem with the electrical charging system. Have it checked. While the voltmeter reads in the yellow zone, your batterymay not be ableto power certain electrical accessories, likeABS. (If this happens,your ABS INOP light will come on. See “Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light” in this part.) If you must drivea short distance with the voltmeter reading in a warning zone,turn off all your accessories, including your comfort control and audio systems.

You can read battery voltageon your voltmeter.If it reads less than 11 volts or more than 16 volts while your engine is running, andit stays there, you may have a problem with the electricalcharging system. Have it checked right away. Driving with the voltmeter reading in a warning zonecould drain your battery.

2-78 Check Gauges Light Fuel Gage

This red warninglight will come onbriefly when you Your fuel gageshows about how much fuel is inyour are starting the engine. If the light comes on and stays tank. The gageworks only when the ignition switch is in on while youare driving, check your gages to seeif they the RUN position. When the gage pointer first indicates are in the warning areas. EMPTY (E) you still have a little fuel left(about one to two gallons), but you need to get more right away.

2-79 Here are four concerns some owners have had about the Convertible Top fuel gage. All these situations are normal anddo not indicate that anything is wrong withthe fuel gage. The following procedures explain the proper operation of your convertible top. 0 At the gas station,the gas pump shuts off beforethe gage reads FULL (F). To Lower Your Convertible Top 0 It takes more (or less) gas fillto up than the gage reads. For example, the gage reads 1/2 full, but it took more (or less) than halfof the tank’s capacity to NOTICE: fill it. Don’t leave your convertible out with the top down for any long periods of time. The sun and 0 The gage moves alittle whefi you turn,stop or speed the rain can damage your seat material and other UP. things inside your car. 0 When you turn the engine off, the gage doesn’t go back to EMPTY (E). 1. Park on a level surface. Set the parking brake firmly, shift an automatic transmission intoPARK (P) or a manual transmission intoREVERSE (R). The ignition must be in theACC or RUN position. Lower both sun visors.

2-80 NOTICE: Don’t lower the topif it is damp orwet. When the topis down, trapped water can cause stains, mildew and damage tothe inside of your car. Be sure to dryoff the top beforeyou lower it.

NOTICE: It is not recommended to lower the topif your car is out in cold weather, 0°F (-18OC) or lower.

2. Unlock the fiontof the convertible topby pushing on the smaller part of the latch, then pulling down on the larger part of the latch. Be sure the hookon the iatch NOTICE: that attaches into the hole at the windshield releases. Before lowering the convertible top into the storage area,be sure thereare no objects in the way of the folded, stored top. The weight of a stored topon items in. the storage areawill cause the convertible topback glass to break.

2-81 Installing the BootCover After lowering the convertible top, youmay want to install the boot cover. The three-piece boot cover is stored in a bagin the trunk.

3. Be sure no one or nothing is on or around the top. Push and hold thebottom of the convertible top switch. The switch is on the left side of your console. The top will automaticallylower into the storage area.

1. Open the trunk and remove the two side covers from the storage bag. 2. Install the two side coversby engaging the tab into the front seatbelt cover. Lower the covers onto the car.

2-82 To Raise Your Convqtible Top 1. Park on a level surface. Set theparking brake firmly. If you have anautomatic transmission, shift into PARK (P). If you have a manual transmission, shift into REVERSE (R). The ignition must be in the ACC or RUN position. Lowerboth sun visors. Lower both windows at least threeinches. If the boot cover is in place, it must be removedfirst.

3. Insta\t the middle sectionof the cover by sliding the tabs ilifo the slots on rightside cover. Lower the cover and engage latch. 4. Close the trunk.

2. Open the trunk. Remove the middle piece of the cover by pushing in on the latch and lifting up onthe cover. 2-83 3. Remove the two side pieces of the boot coverby 4. Store each piece of the cover in its separate lifting the rear cover and sliding them outof their compartment in the storage bag. Store in the trunk slots. and close the trunk.

2-84 5. Push and hold the top of the convertible top switch.

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6. Pull down on the latches and align hooks withholes. hsh forward on the larger partof the latch until it clicks. Do not force the latch.If it ishard to lock, the top is not properly aligned. If your vehicle suffersa power loss, such asa dead battery, you can still raise or lower the top manually by rotating the valvein the left side of the trunk. Open the trunk and find the tab along theleft side trim panel. Lift up the tab and turn the valveclockwise to release the hydraulic pressure.Turn the ignition key to the LOCK position. You can now raiseor lower your top manually. Be sure to close the valveafter installing your top so you can raiseor lower it electronically later. 2-85 NOTES

2-86 Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems

In this section you’ll find out how to operate the comfort Your vehicle also has the flow-through ventilation control systems and audio systems offered with your system described laterin this section. Pontiac. Be sure to read about the particular system supplied with your vehicle. Heater Controls Comfort Controls Fan Control Knob * FAN: Turn this knob to select the force of air you want. Temperature Control Knob Turn the knob to change the temperatureof the air flowing from the heating system. Turn it to the right for warmerair and to the left for coolerair. The temperature of theair can not be less than the temperature of the outsideair. Air Control Knob OFF: The system is off. With this system, you can control the heating and 4. ventilation in your Pontiac. If you have the air 9 VENT: Air flows through the upper air vents. d. conditioning option, you can also control cooling. ~9 BI-LEVEL: Air is directed through the upperair vents and the heater ducts. 3-1 heating system can more efficiently provide heat for the d HEATER: This setting directs mostof the air passenger area of your vehicle. See “Engine Coolant through the heater ductsand some of the air through the Heater” in the Index. windshield defroster vents. Bi-Level Heating z2 BLEND: Air is directed through the windshield defroster vents andthe heater ducts. You may wantto use bi-level heating on cool, sunny but days. This setting directs cool air toward yourbody and 9DEFROST: This setting directs mostof the air warmer air toward your feet. through the windshield defkoster vents andsome of the air through the heater ducts. 1. Turn the air control knob toBI-LEVEL. 2. Turn the temperature control knob toa comfortable Heating setting. The heater works best if youkeep your windows closed 3. Turn the fan control knob to the desired speed. while using it. 1. Turn the air control knob to HEATER. Ventilation 2. Turn the fan control knob to the desired speed. For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed, you can still direct outside air through 3. Turn the temperature control knob to a comfortable your vehicle. setting. 1. Turn the air control knob toVENT. During initial start-up only, if your vehicleis equipped with an optional engine coolant heater, youcan use it in 2. Turn the temperature control knob to a comfortable cold weather (around +20 O F/-8 O C or lower) to improve setting. heater performance on start up. Because an engine 3. Turn the fan control knob to the desired speed. coolant heater warmsthe engine coolant, your vehicle’s

3-2 Defogging and Defrostingthe Windshield MAX: Provides maximum coolingor quick cool-down on very hot days. This setting recirculatesmost of the air 1. Turn the air control knob toDEFROST. inside your vehicle.If it is used forlong periods of time, 2. Turn the temperature controlknob to the desired the air may become dry. This setting directs air through setting. the upper air vents. 3. Turn the fan control knob to the desired speed. A/C: Use for normal cooling on hot days.This setting cools outside air and directs it through the upperair vents. Air Conditioner Controls (Option) The air conditioner compressor operatesin MAX, A/C, BI-LEVEL, BLEND and DEFROST when the outside temperature is above freezing. Whenthe air conditioner is on, you may sometimes notice slight changesin your vehicle’s engine speed and power.This is normal because the system is designed to cycle the compressor on andoff to keep the desired cooling and help fuel economy. Cooling The air conditioner works best if youkeep your windows closed. On very hot days,open the windows just long enough for the hot air to escape. The air conditioning system uses the same controls as the 1. Turn the air control knob to A/Cfor normal cooling. heating system, except thatthe slir control knob hastwo For faster cooling move theknob to MAX. extra settings, described below. Foran explanation of all 2. Turn the temperature control knob to a comfortable the controls, see “Heater Controls” earlier inthis part. setting. 3. Move the fan cdfitrol knob to the desired speed.

3-3 ~ Rear Window Defogger (Option) I NOTICE: Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the insideof the rear window.If you do, you ‘c could cutor damage the warming grid, and the repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.

Flow-Through Ventilation System Your Pontiac’s flow-through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle whenit is moving. Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the blowerfan is running. The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to Ventilation Tips remove fog from the rear window. 0 Keep the hood and front air inlet freeof ice, snow, or Press the switch toturn on the defogger.An indicator any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater light will come on to remind you thatthe defogger is on. and defrosterwill work far better, reducing the The defogger will turn off automaticaliy afterabout ten chance of fogging the insideof your windows. minutes of use. If you turn it on again, thedefogger will operate for about five minutes only.You can also turn 0 When you enter a vehicle in cold weather,turn the the defogger off by pressing the switch again. fan controlknob to the right for a few moments before driving off. This helps clear the intake ducts Do not attach agything like a temporary vehicle license of snow and moisture, and reduces the chanceof or a decal acr0s.s the defogger grid on therear window. fogging the inside of your windows. Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects. This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle. 3-4 Audio Systems AmMStereo Radios with Cassette Tape Your Delco@ audio system has been designed to operatePlayer or Compact Disc Player easily and give yearsof listening pleasure.But you will If your Pontiac has radioa with either acassette tape get the most enjoyment out itof if you acquaint yourself player, acompact disc player or a graphic equalizer,the with it first. Find out whatyour Delco@systerhcan do instructions below will explain howto use the radio. For and how tooperate all its controls, tobe sure you’re other features,see the instructionsfor the feature your getting the most outof the advanced engineering that radi.0 has. went into it. To Play the Radio If you have power door locks, your vehiclehas a feature called Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP you Push POWER to turn the system onor off. can play your audio system even afterthe ignition is off. VOLUME: Turn the VOLUME knob to adju.stthe See the Index under “Retained Accessory Power.” sound. Setting the Clock RECALL: Press RECALL to recall the station being played or the clock display. You can also pressRECALL The clock maybe set with the ignition onor off. to display thetime when the ignition is off. 1. Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears. Finding a Station 2. Press and holdMIN until the correctminute appears. AM-FM: Press A” to get AM, FMI or FM~.The NOTE: There will be a two second delay before the lighted display showsyout selection. clock goes into the time-set mode, and colonthe in the display will blink while in thismode’. TUNE: Press TUNE to release theknob. Tuk the knob to choose radio stations. Push TUNE back in to store it when not tuning. SEEK: Press SEEK or A and the radio will tune to the next loweror higher station and stay there. Preset: The six pushbuttonslet you return to your Ir I favorite stations. You can preset up to18 stations (6 AM, 6 FM1 and 6 FM2). 1. Press A" to choose AM, FM1 or FM2. 2. Tune in the station. 3. Press and holdone of the six pushbuttons until the display showsSET. Whenever you press that button, the preset stationwill return. Repeat these stepsfor each pushbutton. Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press this knob so it extends. Turn the knobto Setting theTone move the sound between the right andleft speakers. The BASS: Slide the lever to the right or left to increase or middle position is a detent and balances the speakers. decrease the bass. The middle positionis a detent. FADE: Press this knob so it extends. Turn the knob to TREBLE: Slide the lever to the right orto left increase move the sound between the front and rear speakers. The or decrease the treble. The middle positionis a detent. middle position isa detent and balaqces the speakers. If a station is weakand noisy, slideTREBLE to the left Push the knob back in when you're'not using it. to reduce the noise. Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape playeris built to work best with tapesthat are L 1 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longerthan that are so thin they may not work wellin this player. A cassette symbol will appearin the upperleft corner of the display whenevera tape is inserted. The longer side with the tape visible goesin first. If you hear nothingor hear just a garbled sound, it may not be in squarely. Press EJECT to remove thetape and start over. Once the tapeis playing, useVOLUME, FADE, TREBLE and BASSjust as you do for the radio. The arrows show which sideof the tapeis playing. Setting the Tone Your tape playerwill automatically adjust the equalization for high bias (metal andCr02) tapes. Use the levers to set the bass, midrange and treble until PREV (Previous): Press this button or SEEK to play you get the sound you want.The 40,100,250 and -2." 625 levers adjust the bass. 1.6K is midrange, and 4K anda selection again. 12K control the treble.We suggest setting the 1.6K lever For PREV to work properly, yourtape must have at least in the middle positionand then moving the other levers three seconds of silence between each selection. up or down &d until you get the amount of bass treble The radio will not play during thisoperation. you like. NEXT Press this button orSEEK A to hear the next selection (insteadof waiting until thecurrent selection is finished.)

3-7 For NEXT to work properly, your tapemust have at To Stop the Tape Player least three seconds of silence betweeneach selection. Turn the power off or turn the ignition keyoff. The The radio will not playduring this operation. cassette staysin the player and will resume playing FWD (Forward): Press thisbutton to rapidly advance at the point whereit stopped. to another part of the tape. Press PROG orFWD again Press A” to stop playing the cassette and switch to stop it. The radio will playduring this operation. to the radio. PressTAPE-PLAY to restart the cassette REV (Reverse): Press this buttonto rapidly rewindthe at the point whereit stopped. tape. Press PROG orREV again to stop it. The radio Press EJECT to remove the cassette or stop the will play during this operation. cassette and switchto radio. EJECT will work with the ignition or radiooff. Press EJECT to load a To Play the Next Selection cassette whenthe radio isoff. The radio will not playduring this operation. NOTE: This radio has a “broken tape” feature that will PROG (Program):Press this button to switch from one eject broken or misfed tapes. Becauseof this feature, side of the tape to the otheror to stop the tape from CD changers that plug into the tape deckwill not work searching. in this system. Noise Reduction Diagnostic Tape Error Indicator 00 Press this button toreduce background noise. This When the cassette player detects a problem with the symbol will appearin the display. cassette tape eitherjust after it is loaded or whileit is playing, it will attempt to work around epor.the If the Dolby@B Noise Reduction manufactured under license tape playercannot continue to play the cassette,it will from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby eject it and switch to the radio mode. and the 00 symbol are trademarksof Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

3-8 If E and a number appearsin the radio display, an error If the cassette tapeis broken, Ell may be displayed. has occurred and the cassette compact disc not or will Check to see if your tape is broken. play temporarily. Try a new cassette tape. If the error occurred while tryingto play a cassette tape, the following conditionsmay have caused the error: This feature may not work well with certain typesof adaptors for add-on CD players.If there is not tension 1. The cassette tapeis tight and the cassette player on the reels of the cassette player, it will sense thatthe cannot turn the hubsof the cassette tape. adaptor is a broken tape and ejectit. 2. E10 may be displayed. CLN (Clean): If this message appearson the display Hold the cassette with the open end down andtry when you insert your cassette tape, yourcassette player turning right hub counter clockwise witha pencil. needs tobe cleaned. It will still play cassette tapes, but it should be cleaned to prevent damageto your cassette 0 Flip the tape over and repeat same procedure. tapes and thecassette tape player. See “Care,ofYour ‘It If the hubs do not turn easily, your cassette tape may beCassette Tape Player”in the Index. Afteryou: have damaged and should not be usedin the cassette player. cleaned thecassette tape player, pressand hold the Try a new tape to make sure that your cassette player EJECT buttonfor 5 seconds to reset theCLN indicator. is working properly. The radio will display“---” to show that the clean feature has beenreset.

3-9 1 With the audio system on, insert a disc into the slot with the label side up. CD will appear on the display and track 1 will beginto play. If the disc comes back out andERR appears on the display, it could be that: 0 The disc is upside down. 0 It is dirty, scratched or wet. 0 There’s too much moisture in the air.If so wait about an hour andtry it again. 0 You are driving on a very rough road. 0 The temperature is too hot or too cold. If you are driving ona very rough road, the disc may not To Play a Compact Disc play andERR may appear on the display. The disc Your CD player will playthe smaller 8 cm (3.2 inch) should start playingwhen the road gets smoother. compact discs. No adapter is required for the smaller If any error occurs repeatedly if or an error cannot be CD’s. corrected, write down the error messageand provide it when youhave it serviced. If you pressand hold this button orpress it more than once, the disc will advance further. REV (Reverse): Press and hold thisbutton to rapidly return to a passage. Releaseit to playthe passage. The radio will playduring this operationand the display will show elapsed time. FWD (Forward): Press and holdthis button to quickly advance within a track. Releaseit to resume playing. The radio will play during this operation. RDM (Random): Press this buttonto hear a random selection of tracks. Pressit again toturn off random Play. To Stop the Disc Player RECALL: Press this buttonto see what track is playing. Press it again within fiveseconds to see how longit has Turn the power off or turn theignition key off. The been playing. disc staysin the player and willresume playing at the point whereit stopped. The track number also appears whenthe disc is inserted. 0 Press A" to stop playingthe disc and switch to PREV (Previous): Press this button or SEEK to hear radio. Press CD/PLAY to restartthe disc at the point, the current track again. where it stopped. If you press and hold this button, or pressit more than Press EJECT to eject the disc or stop the disc and once, the discwill return to previous tracks. switch to radio. EJECT willwork with the ignition NEXT Press this buttonor SEEK A to hear the or radio off. Press EJECTto load a disc when the next track now (insteadof waiting until the present track audio system is off. is finished). 3-11 THEFTLOCK 5. Press MIN and “000” will appear on the display. THEF’iZOCK is a security featurefor the cassette tape 6. Press MIN againand hold until the last two digitsof and compact disc player.It can be used or ignored. If your code appear. Release the button. igriored, the system functions normally.If it is used, 7. Press HRuntil the fist one ortwo digits of your your system won’t be usable if it’sever stolen. Whenthe code appears. system is active, the indicator light will flash while the ignition is off. 8. Press A” “rEP” will appear on the display. 9. Repeat steps 5 through7 for verification. Setting Your Security Code 10. Press A” SEC.will appear on the display.This The instructions below tell you howto enter a security means that your audio system is secured. code into the system. If your vehicle loses battery power for any reason, you must enter the security code again Shutting Off the Theft-Deterrent Feature before the system will turnon. If your audio system is secured (SEC shows on the 1. Write down any numberfrom 000 to 1999 and keep display) and you wish to disableit, enter yoiu security it in a safe place. code as .follows, pausing no more than 15 seconds 2. Turn the ignition switch tothe ACC or RUN between steps: position. 1. Turn the ignition on. Make sure the audio systemis 3. Turn the radio off. off. The time will show on the display. 4. Press and hold pushbuttons 1 and 4 together until 2. Press pushbuttons 1 and 4 together until SEC shows “- - -” shows on the display. ,’ on the display. You are now ready to enter your security code. Don’t 3. Press MIN “000” will appear on the display. wait more than 15 seconds between steps. 4. Press MIN again and hold untilthe last two digitsof your code appear. Release the button.

‘, \ \. \ 3-12 I 5. Press HR until the first one or two digits of your How to Change Your Security Code code appear. You can change your securitycode by following these

6. Press A” If “- - -” shows, you have shut off steps:- the theft-deterrent feature.If SEC shbws, youraudio 1. Using your old code, follow the directions given system is still secured. under “ShuttingOff the Theft-Deterrent Feature.’’ Note: If you lose or forget your security code,see your 2. Repeat directions of .“Setting Your Security Code” dealer for assistance. with your new security code. Unlocking the AudioSystem “aftera Power Failure Understanding Radio Reception If power is disruptedio the audio system whiiein the .i‘ SEC mode, the unit will not work&nd LOC will show FM Stereo on the display whenever the ignitionis on. To unlock the FM stereo willgive you the best sound.But FM signals unit: will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). And, 1. Press MIN “OW’ will appear onthe display. tall buildings or hillscan interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go. 2. Press MIN again and hold untilthe iast two digitsof your code appear. Release the button. AM 3. Press HR until the firstone or two digits of your The range for most AM .stations is greaterthan for FM, code appear. especially at night.The longer range, however, can 4. Press AM/FM. SEC will appear on the displayand cause stations to interfere witheach other. AMcan pick the unit will work.If LOC shows, the numbers did up noisefrom things like storms and power lines. Try not hatch and the unit isstill locked. reducing the treble toreduce this noise ifyou ever get it.

&& 3-13 AM Stereo This means the Delco@system can receive C-QUAM@ NOTICE: stereo broadcasts. ManyAM stations aroundthe country Before you add any sound equipment toyour use C-QUAM’ to produce stereo, though somedo not. vehicle -- like a tape player, CB radio, mobile (C-QUAM@is a registered trademarkof Motorola, Inc.) telephone or two-way radio -- be sure you can If your Delco@system can get C-QUAM@,your add whatyou want. you can, it’s very STEREO light willcome on when you’re receivingit. If important to doit properly. Added sound Tips about your Audio System equipment may interferewith the operationof your vehicle’s engine, Delco@radio or other Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to higher systems, and even damage them. And, your volumes of sound. Sound that seems normalcan be loud vehicle’s systems may interfere with the and haulto your hearing. Take precautions by operation of sound equipment that hasbeen adjusting the volume control on your radio ato safe added improperly. sound level before your hearing adapts toit. So, before adding sound equipment,check with To help avoid hearing loss or damage: your dealer andbe sure tocheck Federal rules covering mobile radio andtelephone units. 0 Adjust tbe volume control to the lowest setting. 9 Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly.

3-14 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player Proper tape player cleaning shouldbe done with a scrubbing action, nonabrasive cleaner cassette. This is a A tape player thatis not cleaned regularlycan cause wet-type cleaning system that uses a cleaningcassette reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes, or a damaged with pads which scrubthe tape headas the hubs of the mechanism. Cassette tapes shouldbe stored in their cleaner cassette turn. To properly cleanyour tape player, cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight, and follow the instructions with the cleaning cassette.If you extreme heat.If they aren’t, they may not operate use this type of cleaner, the radio may display anerror properly or cause failureof the tape player. and eject the cartridge.This is normal and is the result Cassettes are subject to wear andthe sound qualitymay of an addedfeature in the tape player thatdetects broken degrade over time. Always verify that thecassette tape tapes. If an error occurs, you will needto insert the is in good condition and that the tape playeris clean cleaning cassette at least three timesto thoroughly clean before obtaining serviceon your tape player. the tape player. Your tape player shouldbe cleaned with every50 hours You may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-type of use toprovide optimum performance. Your radio may cleaner which uses a cassette withfabric a belt to clean display “Cln” to indicate that yourhave used your tape the tape head.This type of cleaning cassette will not player for 50 hours without resettingthe tape clean eject. It may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing timer. If you notice a reductionin sound quality, type cleaner. regardless of when the tape player waslast cleaned, try A scrubbing action cleaneris available through your playing a different cassette tosee if the tape or the tape dealer (GM Part No. 12344600). player is at fault. If the second cassette resultsin no improvement in sound quality, try cleaning the tape Note: Tape adapterkits for portable CD players will not player. work in yourcassette player. Theseadapters will cause the radioto display an error messageand the adapter cassette willbe ejected.

3-15 _- Care of Your Compact Discs Fixed Mast Antenna Handle discs-cafefully. Store them in their original cases The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes or other protective cases and awayfrom direct sunlight without being damaged. If the mast should ever become -and dust. If the surface ofa disc is soiled, dampen a slightly bent, you can straightenit out by hand. Ifthe clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solutionand mast is badly bent, asit might be by vandals, you should clean it, wiping ftom the center to the edge. replace it. Be sure never to touch the signal surface whenhandling Check every once in a while tobe sure the mast is still discs. Pick up discs bygrasping the outer edges or the tightened to the fender. edge of the hole andthe outer edge.

3-16 Power Antenna Mast Care Your optional power antenna will look its best and work NOTICE: well if it’s cleaned from time to time.To clean the Before entering an automatic car wash, turn off antenna mast: your radio tomake the powerantenna go down. 1. Turn on the ignition and radio to raise the antenna. This will prevent the mast from possibly getting damaged. If the antenna does notgo down when 2. Dampen a clean cloth with mineral spiritsor equivalent solvent. you turn the radio off, it may be damagedor need to be cleaned.In either case, lower the 3. Wipe the cloth over the mast sections, removing any antenna by hand by carefully pressingthe dlrt. antenna down. 4. Wipe dry with a clean cloth. 5. Make the antennago up and down by turning the If the mast portionof your antennais damaged, you can radio off and on. easily replaceit. See your Dealerfor a replacement kit 6. Then repeat if necessary. and follow the instructions in the kit.

NOTICE: Don’t lubricate the powerantenna. Lubrication could damage it.

3-17 Steering Wheel Touch Controls VOL (Volume): Press theup or down arrows to (Option) increase or decrease volume. PLAY: Press to play theCD or cassette insteadof the radio. MUTE: Press to silence the system. Press again to turn -on the sound. SEEK: Press the up or down arrows to tune to the next or previous radio station.If a tape or compact disc is playing, the player will advance or rewind. PRESET Press to play a station you have programmed on the radio preset buttons. AMIFM: Press to choose AM, FM1 or FM2. If a tape or compact disc is playing,it will stopand the radio will You can control certain audio system functions using the play. buttons on your steering wheel. Section 4 Your Driving and the Road

Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about drivingis: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safetydevice in your Pontiac: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts”in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be readyfor anything.” On city streets, rural roads, or freeways,it means “always expect the unexpected.” Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going be to careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be ready for their mistakes. Rear-end collisions are about the most preventableof accidents. Yet they are common. Allow enough following distance. It’s the best defensive driving maneuver, in both city and rural driving.You never Here you’ll find information about drivingon different know when the vehicle in front ofyou is going to brake kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve or turn suddenly. also included many other useful tips on driving.

4-1 I Drunken Driving The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people neverto drink alcohol and then drive. But Death and injury associated with drinking and drivingis what if peopledo? How much is “toomuch” if the a national tragedy. It’s the numberone contributor tothe driver plans to drive? It’siot a less than many might highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every think. Althoughit depends on each person and situation, year. here is some general information on the problem. Alcohol affects four things thatanyone needs to drive a The Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC)of someone vehicle: who is drinking dependsupon four things: Judgment How much alcohol consumed Muscular Coordination The drinker’s body weight

0 Vision 0 The amount of food that is consumed before and Attentiveness during drinking Police records show thatalmost half of all motor The length of time it’s taken the drinker to consume vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. Inmost cases, the alcohol these deaths are the resultof someone who was drinking According to the American Medical Association, a and driving. In recent years, some18,000 annual motor 180-pound (82 kg) person who drinks three 12-ounce vehicle-related deathshave been associated with theuse (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hourwill end up with a of alcohol, with morethan 300,000 people injured. BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the Many adults -- by some estimates, nearly half the adult same BAC by drinking three 4-ounce (120rnl) glasses population -- choose never to drink alcohol,so they of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces never drive after drinking.For persons under 21, it’s (45 ml) of a liquor like whiskey, gin or vodka. against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasons for these laws.

4-2 man of her same body weight wheneach has the same number of drinks. The law in manyU.S. states sets thelegal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent. In a growing numberof U.S. states, and throughout Canada, the limit is 0.08 percent. In some other countries it’s even lower.The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the U.S. is 0.04 percent. The BAC will be over 0.10 percent after three to six drinks (in one hour). Of course, aswe’ve seen, it depends on how much alcohol is inthe drinks, and how quickly the persondrinks them. But the ability to drive is affected wellbelow a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows thatthe driving skills of many people are impaired at aBAC approaching 0.05 percent, and thatthe effects areworse at night. All drivers areimpaired at BAC levelsabove 0.05 percent. It’s the amountof alcohol that counts. For example, if Statistics show that thechance of being in a collision the same person drank threedouble martinis (3 ounces increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of or 90’mlof liquor each) within an hour, the person’s 0.05 percent or above.A driver witha BAC level of BAC would beclose to0.12 percent. A person who 0.06 percent has doubled hisor her chance of having a consumes foodjust before or during drinking will have a collision. At a BAC levelof 0.10 percent, the chance of somewhat lower BAC level. this driver having a collisionis twelve times greater; at a level of 0.15 percent, the chance is twenty-five times There is a gender difference, too. Women generally have greater! a lower relative percentageof body water than men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a 4-3 The body takes about an hour ridto itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amountof coffee or numberof cold showers will speed that up. “I’llbe careful” isn’tthe right answer. What if there’s an emergency,a need to take sudden action, as whena child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might notbe able to react quickly enough toavoid the collision. There’s something else about drinking and driving that many people don’t know. Medical research shows that alcohol. in a person’s system canmake crash injuries worse, especially injuries tothe brain, spinal cord or heart. This means that whenanyone who hasbeen drinking -- driver orpassenger -- is in a crash, that person’s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person hadnot been drinking.

4-4 Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehiclego where Braking action involvesperception time and reaction you want it to go. They arethe brakes, the steering and time. the accelerator. All three systems have doto their work First, you have to decide to push onthe brake pedal. at the places where the tires meet the road. That’s perception time. Then you haveto bring up your foot and do it. That’s reaction time. Average reaction timeis about 3/4 of a second. But that’s only an average. It might be less with one driver and as long as twoor three secondsor more with another. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination, and eyesight all play a part.So do alcohol, drugs and frustration. But even in 3/4 of a second, a vehicle moving at 60 mph (100 km/h) travels 66 feet (20 m). That could be a lot of distance in an emergency, so keeping enoughspace between your vehicle and others is important. And, of course, actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surfaceof the road (whether it’s pavementor gravel); the conditionof the road (wet, dry,icy); tire tread; and the conditionof your brakes.

Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow orice, it’s easy to ask more ofthose control systems than the tires and road can provide. That means you can lose control of your vehicle. Avoid needless heavy braking.Some people drivein Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) spurts -- heavy accelerationfollowed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic.This is a Your Pontiac has an advanced electronic braking system mistake. Your brakes may nothave time to coolbetween that will help preventa braking skid. hard stops.Your brakes will wearout much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking.If you keep pace with the This light on the traffic and allow realisticfollowing distances, you will instrument panel will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking.That means come on briefly when better braking and longer brake life. you start your vehicle. If your engine ever stopswhile you’re driving,brake normally but don’t pump your brakes.If you do, the pedal may get harder to push down.If your engine INOP stops, you will still have some power brake assist.But you willuse it when you brake.Once the power assistis used up, it may take longer to stop andthe brake pedal will be harder to push. When you start your vehicle, or when you begin to drive away, you may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise. And you may even notice that your brake pedal moves alittle while this is going on. This isABS the system testing itself.If there’s a problem with the anti-lock brake system, the anti-lock brake system warning light will stay on or flash. See “Anti-Lock Brake SystemWarning Light’’ in the Index.

4-6 The anti-lock system can change thebrake pressure faster than any driver could.The computer is programmed to make the mostof available tire and road conditions.

Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the roadis wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animaljumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens withABS. A computer senses that wheelsare slowing down.If one You can steer around the obstacle whilebraking hard. of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will As you brake, your computer keepsreceiving updates on separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. rear wheels.

4-7 Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need Traction Control System to get your foot up tothe brake pedal. If you get too (Option: LT1 V8 Engine) close to the vehicle in fiont of you, you won’thave time to apply your brakesif that vehicle suddenlyslows or Your vehicle may have a traction control system that stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even limits wheel spin. This is especially useful in slippery though you have anti-lock brakes. road conditions:The system operates onlyif it senses that one or both of the rear wheels are spinning or To Use Anti-Lock beginning tolose traction. Don’t pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down When this happens, the system works the rear brakes and let anti-lock workfor you. You may feel the system and reduces engine power (by closing the throttle and working, or you may notice some noise,but this is managing engine spark) to limit wheel spin. normal. When your anti-lock system is adjusting brake The LOW TRAC light will come on when your traction the LOW TRAC pressure to help avoida braking skid, control systemis limiting wheel spin. See “Low Traction light will come on. See “LOWTraction Light” in the Light” in the Index.You may feel the system working, or Index. you may notice some noise, but thisis normal. The traction control systemmay operate on dry roads under some conditions, and you may noticea reduction in acceleration whenthis happens. This is normal and doesn’t mean there’s a problem with your vehicle. Examples of these conditions include a hard acceleration in aturn, or an abrupt upshift or downshift.

4-8 If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction When this warninglight is on, the system will not liinit control system begins tolirinit wheel spin, thecruise wheel spin.- Adiust- your driving accordingly control will automatically disengage. Whenroad The traction control system automatically comes on conditions allow you to safely useit again, you may whenever you start your vehicle. re-engage the cruisecorn-01. (See “Ci-uise Control” in the Index.) To limit wheel spin, especiallyin slippery mad conditions, you shouldalways leave the system on. But When the systemis on, you can turn the traction control system off if you ever the TCS OFF warning need to. (You should turn the system off if youi. vehicle light will comeon to ever gets stuck in sand, mud, iceor snow. See “Rocking let you know if there’s Your Vehicle” in the Index.) TCS a problem withyour ’ traction control system. See “Traction OFF Control System Warning Light” in the I Index.

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Automatic To turn thesystem off, press the button locatedon Transmission the center of the console behind the shift lever (Automatic Transmission) or in ffontof the shift boot TRACTION (Manual Trans’Mss-ion). The light on the bu@onwill go off, and the TCSOFF wmiqg light will come on and stayon. If the traction control,! systemis limiting wheel spinwhen you press the button, the system won’tturn off right away. It will wait @ until there’sno.lonier a current need to limit wheel spin. You can turn the system back on at any time by pressing the button again. Manual Transmission The light onthe button should come on, aqd theTCS QFF warning light should go off. TRACTION CONTROL If your car is equipped with P245/50ZR16 tires, the traction control system will automaticallyturn off at speeds above 108 mph (174 km/h). (The TCS OFF warning light will not come on.) When the vehicle speed drops below 1p3 mph (166 km/h) the system will automaticaUy borne onagdn.

4-10 Braking in Emergencies The traction youcan get in a curvedepends on the condition of your tires and the roadsurface, the angle at Use your anti-lock braking system when you need to. which the curveis banked, and yourspeed. While With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same you’re in a curve, speedis the one factor you can time. In many emergencies, steering can help you more control. than even thevery best braking. Suppose you’re steering through sharpa curve. Then Steering you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems-- steering and acceleration-- have to do their work where Power Steering the tires meet the road. Unless youhave traction control If you lose power steering assist because the engine and the systemis on, adding the sudden accelerationcan stops or the systemis not functioning, youcan steer but demand too muchof those places.You can lose control. it will take much more effort. Speed limit signs near curves warnthat you should adjust your speed.Of course, the posted speedsare Steering Tips based on good weather and road conditions. Under less Driving on Curves favorable conditions you’ll want togo slower. It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve, do it before you enter the curve,while your front A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentionedon wheels are straight ahead. the news happen on curves. Here’s why: Try to adjust your speedso you can “drive” through the Experienced driver or beginner, each of isus subject to curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to the same lawsof physics when drivingon curves. The accelerate until youare out of the curve, and then traction of the tires againstthe road surface makesit accelerate gentlyinto the straightaway. possible for the vehicle to changeits path when youturn the front wheels. If there’sno traction, inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction. If you’ve ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice, you’ll understand this. 4-11 Steering in Emergencies There are times when steeringcan be more effective than braking. For example, you come over ahill and find a truck stopped in your lane, ora car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts outfrom between parked cars and stops rightin front of you. You can avoid these problems bybraking -- if you can stop in time. But sometimes you can’t; there isn’troom. That’s the time for evasive action -- steering aroundthe problem. Your Pontiac can perform very wellin emergencies like these. First apply your brakes.It is better toremove as much speed as you can from a possible collision.Then steer around the problem, to the left or rightdepending on the space available. pin emergency like this requires close attentionand a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheelat the recommended9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand.But you have to act fast, steer quickly,and just as quickly straighten the wheel onceyou have avoided the object. The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly.

4-12 Off-Road Recovery Passing You may find sometime that your right wheels have The driver of a vehicle about to passanother on a dropped off the edgeof a roadonto the shoulderwhile two-lane highway waitsfor just the right moment, you’re driving. accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead,then goes If the levelof the shoulderis only slightly below the back into the right lane again.A simple maneuver? pavement, recovery shouldbe fairly easy.Ease off the Not necessarily!Passing another vehicle on two-lanea accelerator and then,if there is nothing in theway, steer highway is a potentially dangerousmove, since the so that your vehicle straddles theedge of the pavement. passing vehicleoccupies the same lane asoncoming You can turn the steering wheel up 1/4to turn until the traffic for several seconds.A miscalculation, an error in right front tire contacts the pavement edge.Then turn judgment, or a brief surrender to frustration oranger can your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. suddenly put thepassing driver faceto face with the worst of all traffic accidents-- the head-on collision. OFF So here are some tips for passing: 0 “Drive ahead.” Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for situations that might affect your passing patterns. If you have any doubt whatsoever 5’ LEFT APPROX. QUARTER TURN about making a successful pass, wait for a better time. Watch for traflic signs, pavement markings, and lines. SLOW DOWN If you can see a signup ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection, delay your pass.A broken

edge of paved surface center line usually indicates it’sall right to pass (providing the road ahead is clear). Never cross a solid line on your sideof the lane or a double solid line, even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic.

4-13 Do not get too closeto the vehicle you want to pass Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder,and while you’re awaitingan opportunity. Forone thing, start your left lane change signal before moving out following too closelyreduces your areaof vision, of the rightlane to pass. When you are far enough especially if you’re following a larger vehicle.Also, ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your you won’t haveadequate space if the vehicle ahead inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a reasonable and moveback into the right lane. (Remember that distance. your right outside mirror is convex. The vehicleyou just passed may seem to be farther away fromyou When it looks like achance to pass is coming up, than it really is.) start to acceleratebut stay in the right lane and don’t get too close. Time yourmove so you will be Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on increasing speedas the time comes to moveinto the two-lane roads. Reconsider before passing the next other lane.If the way is clear to pass,you will have a vehicle. “running start” that more than makesup for the Don’t overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly. distance you would lose by dropping back. Andif Even though the brake lights are not flashing,it may something happens tocause you to cancel your pass, be slowing down or starting to turn. you need only slow down anddrop back again and wait for another opportunity. If you’re being passed, make it easy for the following driver to get ahead of you. Perhaps you If other cars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle, wait can ease a littleto the right. your turn. But take care that someone isn’t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle. Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot.

4-14 Loss of Control If you do not have traction control,or if the system is off, then an acceleration skidis also best handled by Let’s review what driving experts say about what easing your footoff the accelerator pedal. happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the If your vehicle starts to slide, ease yourfoot off the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. accelerator pedal and quickly steerthe way you want the vehicle to go.If you start steering quicklyenough, your In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trying to steer vehicle may straighten out. Alwaysbe ready for a and constantly seek an escape route or area of less second skidif it occurs. danger. Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow,ice, Skidding gravel, or other material is on the road.For safety, you’ll want to slow downand adjust your driving to these In a skid,a driver can lose controlof the vehicle. conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable surfaces because stopping distancewill be longer and care suited to existing conditions, andby not vehicle controlmore limited. “overdriving” those conditions. But skids are always possible. While driving on a surface with reduced traction,try your bestto avoid sudden steering, acceleration,or The three typesof skids correspond to your Pontiac’s braking (includingengine braking by shifting to a lower three control systems.In the braking skid your wheels gear). Any suddenchanges could cause the tires to slide. aren’t rolling. In the steering or cornering skid, too You may not realizethe surface is slippery untilyour much speed or steeringin a curve causes tires to slip and vehicle is skidding. Learn to recognize warning clues -- lose cornering force. Andin the acceleration skidtoo such as enough water,ice or packedsnow on the road to much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin. make a “mirrored surface” -- and slow down when you A cornering skid is best handled by easing your footoff have any doubt. the accelerator pedal. Remember: Any anti-lock brakesystem (ABS) helps If you have the traction control system,remember: It avoid only the braking skid. helps avoid only the acceleration skid. 4-15 I Driving at Night 0 Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. 0 Since you can’t seeas well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. 0 Slow down, especiallyon higher speed roads.Your headlamps can light up onlyso much road ahead. 0 In remote areas, watch for animals. 0 If you’re tired, pulloff the road in a safe place and rest. Night Vision No one can seeas well at night as in the daytime. But as we get older these differences increase.A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20-year-old. What you do in the daytime can also affect your night Night driving is more dangerousthan day driving. One vision. For example,if you spend the day in bright reason is that some driversare likely to be impaired -- by sunshine youare wise to wear sunglasses.Your eyes will alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems,or by fatigue. have less trouble adjusting to night. Butif you’re Here are some tipson night driving. driving, don’t wear sunglasses at night. They may cut down on glarefrom headlamps, but they also make a lot Drive defensively. of things invisible. a Don’t drink and drive. You can be temporarily blindedby approaching lights. Driving in the Rain It can take a second or two,or even several seconds,for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When areyou faced with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with rnisaimed headlamps), slow down a little. Avoid staring directlyinto the approaching lights. Keep your windshield andall the glass on your vehicle clean -- inside and out. Glareat night is made much worse by dirt on the glass. Eventhe inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust. Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would, making the pupilsof your eyes contract repeatedly. Remember that ydur headlampslight up far lessof a roadway when youare in a turn or curve. Keep your eyes moving; that way, it’s easierto pick out dimly lighted objects. Just as your headlamps should be checked regularlyfor proper aim, so should your eyes be examined regularly. Some drivers sufferfrom night blindness -- the inability to see in dim light -- and aren’t even awareof it.

4-17 Rain and wet roadscan mean driving trouble.On a wet road you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as wellbecause your tire-to-road traction isn’t as good onas dry roads. And, if your tires don’thave much tread left, you’ll get even less traction. It’s always wise togo slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving.The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement. The heavier the rain, the harderit is to see. Evenif your windshield wiper blades arein good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs andtraffic signals, pavement markings, theedge of the road, andeven people walking. . It’s wise to keep your wipingequipment in good shape and keep yoqr windshield washertank filled. Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signsof streaking or missing areas on the windshield, or when Driving too fast through large water puddles or even ~ strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts. going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes.Try to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, tryto slow down before youhit them. more is low. It can happenif a lotof water is standing on the road.If you can see reflections from trees, telephone poles, or other vehicles, and raindrops“dimple” the water’s surface, there couldbe hydroplaning. Hydroplaning usually happens athigher speeds. There just isn’t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The best adviceis to slow down whenit is raining. Some Other Rainy Weather Tips

0 Turn on your low-beam headlamps-- not just your . -, parking lights -- to help make youmore visible to Hydroplaning others. Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much watercan build up Besides slowing down,allow-some extra following under your tires that theycan actually ride onthe water. distance. And be especially carefulwhen you pass

This can happen if the roadis wet enoughand you’re another vehicle. Allow yourself more clear room , . going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, ahead, and beprepared to have your view restricted . it has little orno contact with the road. by road spray. Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. Butit can if your Have good tires withproper tread depth. (See tires haven’t much tread or if the pressurein one or “Tires” in the Index.)

4-19 City Driving Here are waysto increase your safety in city driving: a Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map andplan your trip intoan unknown part of the cityjust as you would for a cross-country trip. a Try to usethe freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities. You’ll save time and energy. (See the next part, “Freeway Driving.”) 0 Treat a green light as a warning signal.A traffic light is there because the corneris busy enough to need it. When a light turns green, andjust before you start to move, check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be ruqping the red light. I

One of the biggest problems with city streetsis the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attentionto traffic signals.

4-20 Freeway Driving At the entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway asyou drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic. Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow. Try to merge into the gap at closeto the prevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal, check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder ‘as often as necessary. Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow. Once you are onthe freeway, adjust your speed to the posted limit or tothe prevailing rate if it’s slower. Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass. Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use your turn signal. ..1 Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn’t another vehicle in your “blind” spot. Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, slightly slower at night. expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they havetheir own special rules. When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit do not, under The most important adviceon freeway driving is: Keep any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to the up with traffic andkeep to the right. Drive at the same next exit. speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks asmooth traffic flow. Treat the The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. left lane on a freewayas a passing lane. 4-21 The exit speed is usually posted. Here are some thingsyou can check before a trip: Reduce your speedaccording to your speedometer,not a Windshield Washer Fluid:Is the reservoir full? Are to your sense of motion. After drivingfor any distance all windows clean inside and outside? at higher speeds, youmay tend tothink you are going e Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? slower than you actually are. a Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked Before Leaving ona Long Trip all levels? Make sure you’re ready. Try tobe well rested. If you a Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? must start when you’renot fresh -- such as after a day’s a Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, work -- don’t plan to make too many miles thatFirst part of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to the can easily drive in. recommended pressure? Is your vehicle readyfor a long trip? If you keep it e Weather Forecasts: What’s the weather outlook serviced and maintained, it’s ready to go.If it needs along your route? Should you delayyour trip a short service, have it done before startingout. Of course, you’ll find experienced and able service expertsin time to avoid a major storm system? Pontiac dealerships all across North America. They’ll e Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps? be ready and willing to helpif you need it.

4-22 Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Oris it just plain falling asleepat the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lackof awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the droneof the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy. Don’tlet it happen to you!If it does, your vehicle canleave the road in less than a second, and you could crash and be injured. What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be aware thatit can happen. Then here are some tips:

Make sure your vehicleis well ventilated, with a , . C? . ‘j . comfortably cool interior. .i . Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from 0 Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to driving in flat or rolling terrain. the sides. Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently.

0 If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest, service, or parking area and take a nap, get some exercise, or both. For safety, treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency. 4-23 If you drive regularly in steep country,or if you’re planning to visit there, hereare some tips thatcan make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check allfluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transmission. These partscan work hard on mountain roads.

0 Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to know is this: let yourengine do some of the slowing down. Shiftto a lowergear when yougo down a steepor long hill. 0 Know how to go uphill.You may want to shift down to a lower gear. The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission, and you can climb thehill better. 0 In hilly terrain, you may want to switch to the PERFORMANCE mode for better performance. 0 Stay in your own lane when drivingon two-lane roads in hillsor mountains. Don’t swing wideor cut across the centerof the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane. 0 As you go over the top ofhill, a be alert. There could be something inyour lane, like a stalled car or an accident. 0 You may see highway signs on mountains that wam of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area, or winding roads. Be alert to these and take appropriate action. Winter Driving

Include an ice scraper, a small brushor broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag,some winter outer Here are some tips for winter driving: clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight,a red cloth, and a couple of reflective warning triangles. And,if you will Have your Pontiac in good shape for winter. Be sure be driving under severe conditions, includea small bag your engine coolantmix is correct. of sand, a pieceof old carpet or couplea of burlap bags You may want to put winter emergency supplies in to help provide traction.Be sure you properlysecure your vehicle. these items in your vehicle.

4-25 Driving on snow or Ice What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.”Very cold snow orice can be slick and hard to drive on.wet But Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the ice can be even more trouble becauseit may offer the road probably have good traction. least traction of all. You can get “wet ice” when it’s

However, if there is snow or ice betweenyour tires and the about freezing(32 OF; 0 O C) and freezing rain begins to road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have a fall. Try to avoid driving on wetice until salt and sand lot less traction or “grip” and will need to be careful. very crews can get there. Whatever the condition-- smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow -- drive with caution. If you have traction control, keep the systemIt on.will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road. Even though your vehicle has a traction control system, you’ll wantto slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions. See “Traction Control System”in the Index. If you don’t havethe traction control system, accelerate gently. Try notto break the fragile traction.If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more.

4-26 Your anti-lock brakes improve your abilityto make a If You’re Caught in a Blizzard hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you’ll wantto begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement.See “Anti-Lock” in the Index.

0 Allow greater following distance on any slippery road. Watch for slippery spots. The road might befine until you hit a spot that’s covered withice. On an otherwise clear road, ice patches may appear in shaded areas where thesun can’t reach: around clumps of trees, behind buildings,or under bridges. Sometimes the surfaceof a curveor an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads areclear. If you see a patchof ice aheadof you, brake before you are on it. Try not to brake while you’re actually on the ice, and avoid sudden steering maneuvers.

i If you are stopped by heavy snow, youcould be in a serious situation.You should probablystay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that youare near help and you can hike through the snow.Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself andyour passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers.Tie a red

4-27 cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothingor wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blanketsor extra clothing, make body insulatorsfrom newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats-- anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothingto keep warrn. You can run the engine to keep warm, but be care€ul. Run your engine only as long as you must.This saves Loading Your Vehicle fuel. When you run the engine, makeit go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly.This uses less fuel for the heat that youget and it keeps the TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION VEHICLE CAP. WT. battery charged.You will need a well-charged batteryto FRT.CTR. RR. TOTAL LBS. restart the vehicle, and possiblyfor signaling later on with your headlamps. Let the heater runfor awhile. MAX. LOADING & GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE Then, shut the engineoff and close the window almost CAPACITY WEIGHT XXX COLD TIRE TIRE SIZE SPEED PRESSURESPEED SIZE TIRE all the way to preserve the heat.Start the engine again PSI/KPaRTG and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable FRT. from the cold. But do it littleas as possible. Preserve the RR. fuel as long as you can.To help keep warm, youcan get SPA. out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises IF TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PS1/28KPa SEE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL every half hour orso until help comes. \INFORMATION

Two labels on your vehicle show how much ‘weightit ’ may properly carry.The Tire-Loading Information label found on the driver’s door tells youthe proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation pressuresfor the tires on your vehicle. It also gives you important information about the numberof people that can be in your vehicle and the total weight that youcan carry. This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weightof all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed options.

4-29 And, if you do a heavy load, you should spreadit out. Don’t carry more than100 pounds (45 kg) in your rear MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP area. DATEGVWR GAWR FRT GAWR RR

THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI- CABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF iMANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE.

The other label is the Certification label,found on the rear edge of the driver’s door.It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called GVWR(Gross If you put things inside your vehicle-- like suitcases, Vehicle Weight Rating).The GVWR includes the weight tools, packagesor anything else -- they will go as fast as of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo.Never the vehicle goes.If you have to stop orturn quickly, or exceed the GVWR for your vehicle,or the Gross Axle if there is a crash, they’ll stopor turn quickly, or if there Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle. is a crash, they’ll keep going.

4-30 Towing a Trailer

I NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this part, and see your Pontiac dealer for important information about towinga trailer with your vehicle.

4-31 Your car can tow a trailerif it is equipped withthe If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer proper trailer towing equipment.To identify what the If you do, here are some important points. vehicle trailering capacityis for your vehicle, you should read the information in “Weight of the Trailer” 0 There are many different laws, including speed limit that appears laterin this section.But trailering is restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure different thanjust driving your vehicle by itself. your rig willbe legal, not only where you live but Trailering means changesin handling, durability, and also where you’ll be driving.A good source for this fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takes correct information can be state or provincial police. equipment, and it has to be used properly. Consider using a sway control. That’s the reason for this part. In it are many You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls. time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Many of these are important for your safety and thatof 0 Don’t tow a trailer at all during the first1000 miles your passengers. So please read this section carefully (1 600 km) your new vehicle is driven. Your engine, before you pull a trailer. axle or other parts could be damaged. Load-pulling components suchas the engine, 0 Then, duringthe first 500 miles (800 km) that you transmission, rear axle, wheel assemblies, and tiresare tow a trailer,don? drive over50 mph (80 km/h)and forced to work harder against the dragof the added don’t make starts at full throttle. This helps your weight. The engine is required to operate at relatively engine and other partsof your vehicle wear in at the higher speeds and under greater loads, generating extra heavier loads. heat. What’s more, the trailer adds considerablyto wind 0 Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer. resistance, increasing the pulling requirements. Don’t drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers (or no more than55 mph (90 km/h)) to save wear on your vehicle’s parts. Three important considerations have to do with weight: Weight of the Trailer Tongue Weight of the Trailer The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affectsthe total capacity How heavy can a trailer safelybe? weight of your vehicle.The capacity weight includes the It should never weigh more than 1,500 pounds(680 kg) curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carryin under normal driving conditions.It should never weigh it, and the people whowill be ridingin the vehicle. And more than 1,000 pounds (450 kg) when driven long on if you will tow a trailer, you must subtractthe tongue grades at high ambient temperatures.But even that can load from your vehicle’s capacity weightbecause your be too heavy. vehicle willbe carrying that weight,too. Ske “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index for more information about It depends on how you plan useto your rig. For your vehicle’s maximum load capacity. example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and how muchyour vehicleis used to pull a trailer are all important. And,it can also depend on any special equipment thatyou have on your vehicle. You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can writeus at: Pontiac Division Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac, MI 48340-2952 In Canada, write to General Motors ofCanada Limited, A B Customer Assistance Center, 1908Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, OntarioLlH 8P7.

4-33 If you’re using a “dead-weight” hitch, the trailer tongue Hitclids (A) should weigh 10% of the total loaded trailer weight (B). If you have a“wdght-distributing” hitch, the trailer It’s imbortant to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks goingby, and rough roads area . tongue (A) should weigh 12% of the total loaded trailer weight (B) . few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailerand then the tongue, separately, tosee if the weights are 0 Will you have to make my holes in the body of your proper. If they aren’t, you maybe able to get them right vehicle whenyou install a trailer hitch?If you do, simply by moving some items aroundin the trailer. then be sure to seal the holes later, when you remove the hitch.If you don’t seal them, deadly carbon Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can get into your vehicle (see “Carbon Monoxide” in the Index). Dirt Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the and watercan, too. recommended pressure for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on the Certifiidtion label at the rear edge of the The bumpers on your vehicle are not intended for driver’s door or see “LoadingYour Vehicle” in the hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other Index. Then be’sure you don’t go over the GVW limit bumper-type hitches to them. Use only a for your vehicle, includingthe weight of the trailer frame-mounted hitch that does not attach to the tongue. bumper. Safety Chains Driving with a Trailer You should always attach chains between your vehicle Towing a trailer requires a certain amountof experience. and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue Before setting outfor the open road, you’ll wantto get of the trailer so that the tongue will notdrop to the road to know your rig. Acquaint yourself withthe feel of if it becomes separated fromthe hitch. Instructions handling and braking with the added weightof the about safety chains maybe provided by the hitch trailer. And always keep in mind thatthe vehicle you are manufacturer orby the trailer manufacturer. Follow the driving is now a good deal longer and not nearlyas manufacturer’s recommendationfor attaching safety responsive as your vehicle byis itself. chains and do not attach them to the bumper.Always leave just enough slackso you can turn with your rig. Before you start, check the trailer hitchand platform And, never .allow safety chains to drag onground. the (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, lamps, tires and mirror adjustment.If the trailer has Trailer Brakes electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailermoving and then applythe trailer brake controller byhand.to be sure If your trailer weighs more than1,000 pounds (450 kg) thg brakes are working. This lets you check your loaded, then it needs itsown brakes -- and they must be electrical connection at the same time. adequate. Be sureto read and follow the instructionsfor the trailer brakesso you’ll be able toinstal, adjust and During your trip,check occasionally to be sure that the maintain them properly. Because you have anti-lock load is secure, and that the lamps and anytrailer brakes brakes, do not try to tap into your vehicle’sbrake are still working. system. If you do, both brake systemswon’t work well, or at all.

4-35 Foliawing Distance Making Turns Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle aheadas you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer.This NOTICE: can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the Passing vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid You’ll need more passing distanceup ahead when making very sharp turns while trailering. you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal longer, you’ll need to go much farther beyond the When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns passed vehicle before youcan return to your lane. than normal. Do this so your trailer won’t strike soft Backing Up shoulders, curbs,road signs, trees,or other objects. Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers. Signal well in Hoid the bottom of the steering wheel withone hand. advance. Then, to move the trailer tothe left, just move that hand to the lek To move the trailer to the right, move your hand to the right. Alwaysback up slowly and, if possible, have someoneguide you. Turn Signals When Towinga Trailer Driving On Grades When you tow a trailer,your vehicle has tohave a Reduce speed and shift tolower a gear before you start different turn signal flasher and extra wiring.The green down a long orsteep downgrade. If you don’t shift arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever down, you mighthave to use your brakesso much that you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, they would gethot and no longer work well. the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn, change lanes or stop. On a long uphill grade, shift down andreduce your speed to around45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce the When towing a trailer, the green arrows on your possibility of engine and transmission overheating. instrument panel will flashfor turns evenif the bulbs on the trailer are burned out. Thus, youmay think drivers If you are towing a trailer and youhave an automatic behind you are seeing your signal when they are not. It’s transmission with Overdrive,you may prefer to driving important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer in THIRD (D) instead of OVERDRIVE (or, as you need bulbs are still working. to, a lower gear). Or, if you havea manual transmission with FIFTH (orSIXTH) gear and you are towing a trailer, it’s betternot to use FIFTH (orSIXTH) gear. Just drive in FOURTH (drivein FIFTH if youhave a six-speed manual transmission) or, as youneed to, a lower gear.

4-37 Parking on Hills When You Are Ready to Leave After You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer Parking on a Hill attached, on ahill. If something goes wrong, your rig 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down could start to move. Peoplecan be injured, and both while you: your vehicle andthe trailer canbe damaged. Start your engine; But if you ever have to park your onrig a hill, here’s how to do it: 0 Shift into a gear; and 1. Apply your regular brakes, but don’t shift into 0 Release the parking brake. PARK (P) yet, or into gear for a manual transmission. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3. Drive slowly until the traileris clear of the chocks. 3. When the wheel chocksare in place, release the 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. regular brakesuntil the chocks absorb the load. 4. Reapply the regular brakes,Then apply your parking Maintenance When Trailer Towing brake, and then shift toPARK (P), or REVERSE (R) Your vehicle willneed service more oftenwhen you’re for a manual transmission. pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this. Things thatare especially important in trailer 5. Release the regular brakes. operation are automatic transmission fluid (don’t overfill), engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system, and brake adjustment. Eachof these is covered in this manual, and the Index will helpyou find them quickly. If you’re trailering, it’s a good idea to review these sections beforeyou start your trip. Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and are bolts tight. 4-38 Section 5 Problems on the Road

Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They can occur on theroad. also let police know you havea problem. Your front and rear turn signal lights will flash on and off. Hazard Warning Flashers Press the button in to make your front and rear turn signal lights flash on and off.

Your hazard warning flasherswork no matter what position your keyis in, and even if the key isn’tin.

5-1 To turn off the flashers, pull out on the collar.

When the hazard warning flashers areon, your turn signals won’t work. Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can setone up at NOTICE: the side of the road about300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Ignoring these steps could resultin costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn’t be covered by your Jump Starting warranty. If your battery has run down, you may want to use Qying to start your Pontiac by pushingor another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your pulling it coulddamage your vehicle, evenif you Pontiac. But please follow the steps below to do it safely. have,amanual transmission. And if you have an automatic transmission, itwon’t start that way. To Jump Start Your Pontiac; 1. Check the other vehicle.It must have a 12-volt I NOTICE: battery with a negative ground system. I If you leave your radio on, it could be badly I damaged. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by NOTICE: your warranty. If the other system isn’t a 12-volt system with a 4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. I I 2. Get the vehicles close enough so jumperthe cables can reach,but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want.You wouldn’t be able to start your Pontiac, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Turnoff all lights that aren’t needed, and radios.This will avoid 5. Find the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on sparks and help save both batteries. And it could each battery. save your radio!

5-3 6. Check that the jumper cables don’t have looseor missing insulation.If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too. Before you connect the cables, hereare some basic things you shouldknow. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) and negative (-) will go to negative(-) or a metal engine part. Don’t connect(+) to (-) or you’ll get ashort that would damage the battery and maybe other parts,too. 8. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connectit to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery.Use a remote positive (+) terrnind if the vehiclehas one. But don’tuse the junction block on your Pontiac. 9. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the good battery’s negative (-) terminal. Don’t let the other end touch anythinguntil the next step. The other end of the negative cabledoesn’t go to the dead battery.It goes toa heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle withthe dead battery.

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I* 7. Connect the red positive(+) cable to the positive (+) .. . : ,:.. , 1%; ,I terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery.Use a ‘.iT remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one.

5-5 10. Attach the cable atleast 18 inches (45 cm) away 13. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent from the dead battery,but not nearengine parts that electrical shorting.Take care that they don’t touch move. The electrical connection is just as good there, each other orany other metal. but the chance of sparks getting back tothe battery is A. Heavy Metal Engine Part much less. B. Good Battery 11. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. C. Dead Battery 12. Try to startthe vehicle with the dead battery. If it won’t start after afew tries, it probably needs service. Towing Your Car If your vehicle has been changed modified or since it was factory-newby adding aftermarket itemslike fog lamps, aero skirting, or special tires and wheels, these instructions and illustrations may notbe correct. Before you do anything, turn on thehazard warning flashers. When you call, tell the towing service: 0 That your vehiclecannot be towed from the front or rear with sling-typeequipment. 0 That your vehiclehas rear-wheel drive. 0 The make, model, andyear of your vehicle. 0 Whether you can still move the shift lever. 0 If there was an accident, what was damaged. When the towing service arrives, letthe tow'operator. know that this manual contains detailedtowing instructions and illustrations.The operator may want to Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing see them. service tow your Pontiac. The usual towingequipment is a sling-type(A) or a wheel-lift(B) or car carrier(C) tow truck.

5-7 . When your vehicle is being towed, havethe ignition key off. The steering wheel should be clamped ina straight-ahead position, with a clamping device designed for towing service. Do not use thecar’s steering column lock for this. The transmission should be in “Neutral” and the parking brake released. Don’t have your vehicle towed on the rear wheels, unless you must. If the vehicle must be towed on the rear wheels, don’t go more than 35 mph (55 km/h) or farther than 50 miles (80 km) or your transmission will be damaged. If these limits must be exceeded,then the rear wheels have to be supported on a dolly.

5-9 Front Towing Hook-Ups NOTICE: Do not attach winch cables or“J” hooks to suspension components when using car carrier equipment. Always use T-hooks inserted in the T-hook slots.

Attach T-hook chains to slots in frame rearward of front wheels on both sides. NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or fascidfog light damage will occur. Use wheel lift or car carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps.

5-11 NOTICE: Take care notto damage thebrake pipes and hoses or theABS sensor and wiring.

NOTICE: Towing a vehicle over rough surfacescould damage a vehicle. Damage can occur from vehicle-to-ground or vehicle-to-wheel-lift-equipment contact. To help avoid damage, install towing a dolly and raise vehicle until adequate clearanceis obtained between the ground and/orwheel-lift equipment. Attach a separate safetychain around outboard endof each lower control arm. Rear Towing Hook-Ups Attach T-hook chains in front of rear wheels in bottom of frame rail on both sides. 1 \ NOTICE: Do not attach winch cables or“J” hooks to suspension components when using car garrier equipment. Always use T-hooksinserted,in the T-hook slots. .. %;”h

5-13 NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or rear bumper valancewill be damaged. Use wheel lift or car carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps.

5-14 I NOTICE: Take care not to damage the brake pipes and cables.

5-15 Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gageon your Pontiac’s instrument panel.You may also find a low coolant warning light on your Pontiac instrument panel. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine

NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving withno coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty.

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If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you no longerhave the overheat warning, you can drive. Just tobe safe, drive slower for about ten minutes. If you get the overheat warning but seeor hear no If the warning doesn't come-back on, you can drive steam, the problem may not be too serious.Sometimes normally. the engine can get a little too hot when you: If the warning continues,pull over, stop, and park your Climb a long hill on a hot day. vehicle right away. Stop after high speed driving. If there's still no sign of steam, you can idle the engine Idle for long periods in traffic. for two or three minutes while you're parked, to see if Tow a trailer. the warning stops. But then,if you still have the warning, turn oflthe engine andget everyoneout of the If you get the overheat warning with no ofsign steam, vehide until it cools down. try this for a minuteor so: You may decide not tolift the hoodbut to get 'service 1. If you have an air conditioner, turnit off. help right away. 2. Turn on your heater tofull hot at the highestfan speed and open the window as necessary. 3. If you're in a trafficjam, shift to NEUTRAL (N); otherwise, shift to the highest gear while driving -- AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (03) or DRIVE (D) for automatic transmissions.

5-17 Cooling System V6 Engines V8 Engine

When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: When you decide it’s safe tolift the hood, here’s what 1. Coolant recovery tank you’ll see: 2. Radiator pressure cap 1. Coolant recovery tank 3. Electric engine fan 2. Radiator pressure cap 3. Electric engine fan 5-19 NOTICE: Engine damage from running your engine rwithout coolant isn’t covered by your warranty. If there seems tobe no leak, check to see if the electric engine fans are running.If the engine is overheating, both fans should be running.If they aren’t, your vehicle needs service. How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, thebut coolant level isn’t at FWLL COLD, add a50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and a proper antifreezeat the coolant recovery tank. (See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mix.) NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use engine parts. Coolant contains ethylenegly the recommended coolant. and it will burn if the engine narts arp hnt I I

When the coolant in the coolantrecovery tank is at WLL COLD, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there’sone more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant mix

directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is 1 cool before you do it.

5-21 5-22 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator (V6 Engines)

2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but nowpush down as you turnit. Remove thepressure cap.

1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose,is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly to theleft until it first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left.

5-23 3. Fill the radiator with the propermix, up to the base 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank tomJLL COLD. of the filler neck.

5-24 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the leave the radiator pressurecap off. upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch forout the engine fan(s) . 7. By this time the coolant level insidethe radiator filler neck may be lower.If the level is lower, add more of the propermix through the filler neck until the level reaches the baseof the filler neck.

5-25 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator- LTl (Code P) Engine Only

NOTICE: The LTl Engine (Code P) has a specific radiator fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged.

8. Then replace the pressure cap. At anytime during this procedureif coolant begins toflow out of the filler neck, reinstall the pressure cap.Be sure the arrows on the pressurecap line up like this.

5-26 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose,is no longer hot.Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left until it first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop.A hiss means there is still some pressureleft.

2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as youturn it. Remove the pressure cap. 3. After the enginecools, open the air bleed valveson the heater returnhose and water pumpinlet.

5-27 5. Close the bleed valves. 6. Continue to fill the radiatorup to the baseof the filler neck. 7. Rinse or wipe the spilled coolant from the engine and compartment. 8. Start theengine and allow it to run in idle for approximately four minutes.By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator willbe lower. Add more of the propermix through the filler neck until the level reaches the baseof the filler neck.

4. Fill with the proper mix. Add coolant until you see a steady stream of coolant coming fiom the bleed valves. 9. Shut the engine off and replace the pressure cap. Be 10. Then fill the coolant recovery tank tothe proper sure thearrows on the cap line up like this. level. For a complete drain, flush and refill,see your Pontiac dealer or a Pontiac Service Manual.To purchase a service manual, see “Service Publications”in the Index.

5-29 If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out”while you’re driving, If a tire goesflat, avoid further tireand wheel damage especially if you maintain your tires properly.If air goes by driving slowly to a level place.Turn on your hazard out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. warning flashers. But if you shouldever have a “blowout,” here are afew tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your footoff the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, then gentlybrake to a stop well outof the traffic lane. A rear blowout, particularly ona curve, acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you’d in use a skid. In any rear blowout, remove your footfrom the accelerator pedal. Get the vehicleunder control by steering the way you want the vehicle togo. It may be very bumpy and noisy, but youcan still steer. Gently brake to a stop, welloff the roadif possible. If a tire goes flat, the next partshows how to use your jacking equipment to change flata tire safely. The equipment you’ll need isin the right (pasq-enger) rear area behind the trim panel. The followingsteps will tell you how to use thejack and First you must remove the close-out panel.See change a tire. “Close-Out Panel’’ in the Index.

5-31 On convertible models, you mustalso remove the trunk accem panel. It'sat the upper backof the trunk. Turn the two screw knobs underthe trunk edgea quarter turn I counterclockwise to remove thepanel. .11.: '* Use a coin or a key to turn the screw headsuntil the slots poht fkont and back. Gentlylift the trim panel and move it out of the way. If you have speakersin the trim panel, the speakerwire should be long enoughto remove thetrim panel without disconnecting the wire.

To remove thejack and wheel wrench,lomen and remove the bolt and remove the plastic cover.

5-32 Remove the wing nut and adapter and pullout the spare. Start with the jack (A) and wheel wrench(B).

5-33 The jackhas a bolt at the end. Attachthe wheel wrench If your wheel hasa bolt-on center cap, loosen the plastic to the jack bolt. caps using the wheel wrench. Turn the wheel wrenchto the rightto raise the lift head a little. Then pry off the center cap with the wheel wrench. If your vehiclehas optional alloy wheels,each wheel may haveone locknut in place of the standard wheel nut. A special wheellock key (removal tool)and instructions are located in the center console.Attach the wheel lock key to the socketof the wheelwrench. Remove thelocking wheel nut by turning counterclockwise. Using the wheel wrench,loosen all the wheel nuts. Position thejack under the vehicle. Thereis a notch in Don’t remove them yet. the vehicle’s rocker flangeon the coupe model. Raise , .i..,. the jack head untilit fits fiiyinto the notch nearest the fl flat tire. NOTICE: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicleor may allow Stay away from the moldingsor fender flanges to avoid the vehicle to falloff the jack.Be sure to fit the damaging them. jack lift head into the proper location before raising your vehicle.

5-37 Remove anyrust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces andspare wheel. Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface. Raise the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enoughoff the ground so there is enough roomfor the spare tireto fit. Remove all the wheel nuts and takeoff the flat tire. Replace the wheel nuts withthe rounded endof the nuts Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheelwrench toward the wheel. Tighteneach nut by hand until the counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.. wheel is held against the hub.

5-39 Tighten the wheel nuts Don’t tryto put a center cap on your compact spare tire. firmly in a criss-cross It won’t fit.Store the center cap in the rear area until sequence as shown. you have the flat tire repaired or replaced.

NOTICE: Center caps won’t fit on your compact spare. If you try to put a center capon your compact spare, you could damage the cover or the spare.

5-40 Replace the jack, wheel wrench and flat tire using the storage instructions. When you replace thetrim panel, be sure to tuck it under the weatherstrip. 1. Trim Panel 2. Bolt 3. Cover 4. Jack 5. Wing Nut 6. Adapter 7. Compact Spare Tire 8. Full-Size Tire 9. Carpet Flap 10. Tire Storage Bolt 11. Trunk Access Pane:1 (Convertible Only) 12. Knob

5-41 I I NOTICE: Don’t take yourcompact spare through an automatic carwash with guide rails. The compact sparecan get caught on therails. That can damage the tire andwheel, and maybe other parts of your vehicle.

Compact Spare Tire Although thecompact spare wasfully inflated when NOTICE: your vehicle was new, it can lose air aftera time. Check If the compact spareis used as a rear tire,do not the inflation pressure regularly.It should be60 psi 1 drive faster than50 mph (80 km/h). Damage to (420 kPa). After installing the compact spareon your the rearaxle may occur if the compact spare is vehicle, you shouldstop as soonas possible andmake driven faster than50 mph. This speed limitation sure your spare tire is correctly inflated.The compact spare is made to perform well at posted speedlimits for does not applywhen the compact spareis used as distances up to 3,000 miles (5 000 km), so you can a front tire. finish your trip and have your full-size tire repairedor replaced where you want.Of course, it’s bestto replace Don’t use your compact spareon some other vehicle. your spare with a full-size tire as soon as youcan. Your spare will last longer and bein good shapein case you And don’t mix your compact spare or wheel with other need it again. wheels or tires. Theywon’t fit. Keep your spareand its wheel together.

5-42 I NOTICE: Tire chains won’t fit your compact spare. Using I them will damage your vehicle and destroy the chains too. Don’t use tire chains on your compact spare.

If You’re Stuck:In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicleis stuck is to spin your wheels too fast.The method knownas “rocking” can helpyou get out when you’re stuck, but you must usecaution.

5-43 Rocking your vehicleto get it out: NOTICE: First, turn your steering wheel leftand right. That will Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your clear the area around your front wheels.If your vehicle vehicle as wellas the tires.If you spin the wheels has traction control,you should turn the systemoff. (See too fast while shifting your transmission back “Traction Control System” in the Index.) Then shift and forth, you can destroy your transmission. back and forth between REVERSE (R) anda forward gear (or with a manual transmission, between FIRST(1) or SECOND (2) gear and REVERSE), spinning the For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, wheels as little as possible. Release the accelerator pedal see “Tire Chains”in the Index. while you shift, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission in is gear. If that doesn’t get you out after afew tries, you may need to be towed out. If you do need to be towed out, see “TowingYour Car” in the Index. Section 6 Service and Appearance Care

Here you will find information about the care of your We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Pontiac. This section begins with serviceand fuel Genuine GM parts have oneof these marks: information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care. GM I Service --I Your Pontiac dealer knows your vehiclebest and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your I dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM .. parts and GM-trained and supported service people.

6-1 boing Your Own Service Work If you want todo some of your own service work, you’ll want to get the proper Pontiac Service Manual.It tells you much more about how to service your Pontiacthan this manual can. To order theproper service manual, see “Service Publications” in the Index. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to do your own service work,see “Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac” in the Index. You should keep a record with all parts receiptsand list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform. See “Maintenance Record”in the Index.

NOTICE: If you try to do your own service work without knowing enough aboutit, your vehicle could be damaged.

6-2 Fuel of pinging. It’s the heavy, constant knockthat means you have a problem. 3.4L L32 (Code S) and 3.8L L36 (CodeK) What about gasoline with blending materialsthat The 8th digitof your vehicle identification number contain oxygen (oxygenates), suchas MTBE or alcohol? (VIN) shows the code letterfor your engine.You will find the VIN at the top of left your instrument panel. MTBE is “methyl tertiary-butyl ether.”Fuel that is no (See “Vehicle Identification Number” in the Index.) more than 15% MTBEis fine for your vehicle. Use regular unleaded gasoline ratedat 87 octane or Ethanol is ethyl or grain alcohol. Properly-blendedfuel higher. It should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in that is no more than 10% ethanol is fine for your the United States and CGSB3.5-92 in Canada. These vehicle. fuels should have the proper additives,so you should not Methanol is methyl or wood alcohol. have to add anything to thefuel. I. In the United States and Canada, it’s easybe to sure you get the right kindof gasoline (unleaded). You’llsee NOTICE: UNLEADED right on the pump. And only unleaded Fuel that is more than 5% methanol is bad for nozzles will fit into your vehicle’s filler neck. your vehicle. Don’t use it. It can corrode metal Be sure the posted octane is at least 87. Ifoctane the is parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic less than 87, you may get a heavy knocking noise when and rubber parts. That damage wouldn’tbe you drive. If it’s bad enough,it can damage your engine. covered under your warranty. And even 5% at or If you’re using fuel rated at87 octane or higher and you less, there must be “cosolvents” and corrosion still hear heavy knockmg, your engine needs service. preventers in this fuel to help avoid these But don’t worry if you hear a little pingingnoise when problems. you’re accelerating or drivingup a hill. That’s normal, and you don’thave to buy a higher octanefuel to get rid

6-3 Fuel But don’t worryif you hear a little pinging noise when you’re acceleratingor driving up a hill. That’s normal ~ 5.7L LT1 (Code P) and you don’thave to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid The 8th digit of your vehicle identification number of pinging. It’sthe heavy, constant knock that means (VIN) shows thecode letter for your engine.You will you have a problem. find the VIN at the topleft of your instrument panel. What about gasoline with blending materials that (See “Vehicle Identification Number”in the Index.) contain oxygen (oxygenates), such MTBEas or alcohol? Use premium unleaded gasoline rated at 91 octane or higher MTBE is “methyl tertiary-butyl ether.” Fuel thatno is for best performance. You myuse middle grade or regular more than 15% MTBE is fine for your vehicle. unleaded gasolines, but your vehicle may not accelerateas well. The gasoline you use should meetspeakations Ethanol is ethyl orgrain alcohol. Properly-blended fuel ASTM D4814 in the United States and CGSB 3.5-92 in that is no more than 10% ethanol is fine for your vehicle. Canada. These fuels should have the proper additives,so Methanol is methyl or wood alcohol. you should not have to addanwg to the fuel. In the United Statesand Canada, it’s easy to be sure you get the right kind of gasoline (unleaded). You’llsee NOTICE: UNLEADED righton the pump. And only unleaded Fuel that is more than5% methanol is bad for nozzles will fit into your vehicle’sfiller neck. your vehicle. Don’t use it.It can corrode metal Be sure the posted octane for premium is at least91 (at parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic least 89 for middle grade and87 for regular).If the octane and rubber parts. That damage wouldn’t be is lessthan 87, you may get a heavy hocking noise when covered under your warranty. And even 5% at or you drive. If it’s bad enough, it can damage your engine. less, there must be “cosolvents” and corrosion If you’re using fuel rated at 91 octane or higher and you ’ preventers in this fuel to help avoid these

still hear heavy knocking, your engine needs service. ~ problems. I

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_ir Gasolines for Cleaner Air Fuels in Foreign Countries Your use of gasoline with deposit control additives will If you planon driving in another countryoutside the help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and U.S. or Canada, unleadedfuel may be hard to find. Do fuel system. That helps keep your enginein tune and not use leaded gasoline.If you useeven one tankful, your emission control system working properly. It’s your emission controls won’t workwell or at all. With good for your vehicle, and you’ll be doing your partfor continuous use, spark plugs can get fouled,the exhaust cleaner air. system can corrode, and your engineoil can deteriorate Many gasolines are now blended with oxygenates. quickly. Your vehicle’s oxygen sensorwill be damaged. General Motors recommends that you use gasolines with All of that means costly repairs that wouldn’tbe covered these blending materials, such as MTBE and ethanol. By by your warranty. doing so, you can help clean the air, especially in those To check on fuel availability, ask anauto club, or parts of the country that have high carbon monoxide contact a major oil company that does businessin the levels. country where you’ll be driving. In addition, some gasoline suppliersare now producing You can also write us atthe following address for reformulated gasolines. These gasolinesare specially advice. Just tell us where you’re goingand give your designed to reduce vehicle emissions. General Motors Vehicle Identification Number(VIN). recommends that you use reformulated gasoline. By doing so, you can help clean the air, especially in those General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation parts of the country that have high ozone levels. North AmericanExport Sales (NAES) 1908 Colonel Sam Drive You should ask your service station operatorsif their Oshawa, OntarioLlH 8P7 gasolines contain deposit control additives and oxygenates, and if they have been reformulated to reduce vehicle emissions.

6-5 Filling Your Tank

The cap is behind a hinged door on the left sideof Your vehicle.

6-6 To take off the cap, turnit slowly to theleft When you putthe cap back on, turnit to the right until (counterclockwise). you hear at least three clicks.

NOTICE: If you need a new cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer can get one for you. If you get the wrong type, it may notfit and your fuel tank and emissions system mightbe damaged. ,-

Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasolinefrom painted surfaces as soon as possible.See “Cleaning the Outside of Your Pontiac” in the Index.

6-7 Checking Things Under the Hood Hood Release

Then go to the front of the vehicle and pullup on the hood release. Lift the hood. To open the hood,first pull the handle inside the vehicle.

6-8 3.4L L32 (Code S) When you open the hood you'll see: 1. Battery 2. Engine Coolant Reservoir 3. Engine Oil Dipstick 4. Automatic Transmission Dipstick (if equipped) 5. Air Cleaner 6. Oil Fill Cap 7. Brake Fluid Reservoir 8. Power Steering Reservoir 9. Windshield Washer Reservoir 10. Engine Fan 11. Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if equipped)

6-9 3.8L L36 (Code K) When you open the hood you'll see: 1. Battery 2. Engine Coolant Reservoir 3. Engine Oil Dipstick 4. Automatic Transmission Dipstick (if equipped) 5. Air Cleaner 6. Oil Fill Cap 7. Brake Fluid Reservoir 8. Power Steering Reservoir 9. Windshield Washer Reservoir 10. Engine Fan 11. Clutch Fluid Reservoir(if equipped) 5.7L LT1 (Code P) When you open the hood you'll see: 1. Battery 2. Engine Coolant Reservoir 3. Engine Oil Dipstick 4. Automatic Transmission Dipstick (if equipped) 5. Air Cleaner

Oil Fill6. Oil Cap . .,' .$: I ,;7: ._.. '$# . ,? : 7. Brake Fluid Reservoir d .'y-; 8. Power Steering Reservoir .X&:jp;;j F , ,i 9. Windshield Washer Reservoir $i. 0 x. : .9' 10. Engine Fans 2' 11. Clutch FluidReservoir (if equipped)

6-11 Engine Oil LOW OIL Before closing the hood, be sure all thefiller caps are on. Then just pull the hood downand close it firmly. If the LOW OIL light on the instrument panel comes on, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, seeLOW OIL in the Index. You should check your engine oil level regularly; this is an added reminder. It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every timeyou get fuel.In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. 3.4L L32 (Code S) Oil Dipstick Location 3.8L L36 (CodeK) Oil Dipstick Location

6-13 5.7L LT1 (Code P) Oil Dipstick Location 3.4L L32(Code S) or 3.SL L36(Code K)

5.7L LTl (Code P)

Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutesto drain back into the oil pan. If you don’t, theoil dipstick might not show the actual level. To Check Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and cleanit with a paper towelor cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. When to Add Oil What Kind of Oil to Use If the oil is at or below theADD line, then you’ll need to Oils of the proper qualityfor your vehiclecan be add some oil. But you must use the right kind.This part identified by looking for the “Starburst” symbol. The explains what kind.of oilto use. For crankcase capacity, “Starburst” symbol indicates thatthe oil has been see ‘‘Capacities and Specifications” in the Index. certified by the American PetroleumInstitute (API), and is preferred for use in your gasolineengine. NOTICE: Don’t add too much oil.If your engine hasso much oil that the oil level gets above the cross-hatched area that shows the proper operating range, your engine could be damaged.

Just fillit enough to putthe level somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick allway the back in when you’re through.

If you change your own oil, be sure you useoil that has the “Starburst” symbol on the frontof the oil container. If you have youroil changed for you, be sure the oil put ihto your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines. You should also use theproper viscosity oil for your vehicle, as shownin the following chart:

6-15 3.4L L32 (Code S) 5.7L LT1 (Code P) As shown in the chart,SAEi 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However,you can useSAE 1OW-30 if it's going RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE UlGlNE OILS to be 0°F (-18°C) or above. These numbers onan oil FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AN0 COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST container showits viscosity, or thickness.Do not use SAL VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR ME EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. other viscosity oils, such asSAE 20W-50.

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I IF NEITHER SAE 5W-30 NOR SAE 1OW-30 caul GRADE OILS ARE AVAILABLE, SAE 30 GRADE MAY BE USED AT TEMPERATURES WEATHER ABOVE 40 DEGREES F (4 DEGREES C). DO NOT USE SAE 1OW-40, SAE 2OW-50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED

6-16 3.8L L36 (Code K) As shown in the chart,SAE 1OW-30 is best for your vehicle. However,you can use SAE 5W-30 if it’s going RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS to be colder than60 OF (16 O C) before your nextoil FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST change. When it’s very cold, you shoulduse SAE SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. 5W-30. These numbers on anoil container show its viscosity, or thickness.Do not use other viscosityoils, such as SAE 20W-50.

HOT L WEATHER I7 “C NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum t 38 Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines + 27 “Starburst” symbol. Failure to use the proper oil + 16 can result in engine damage not covered by your

t4 warranty.

-7 GM Goodwrench@oil (in Canada, GM Engine Oil) -18 ,I SAE 1DW-30 meets all the requirements for your vehicle. PREFERRED above 0°F ISAE 5W-30I (-18T) IF NEITHER SAE 5W-30 NOR SAE 1OW-30 COLD GRADE OILS ARE AVAILABLE, SAE30 WEATHER GRADE MAY BE USED AT TEMPERATURES ABOVE 40 DEGREES F (4 DEGREES C) DO NOT USE SAE2OW-50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED

6-17 Engine Oil Additives Engine Coolant Heater Don’t add anything to your oil.Your Pontiac dealer is An engine coolant heater can be a big ifhelp you have ready to advise if you think something should be added. to parkoutside in very cold weather,0 OF(- 18 O C) or colder. If your vehicle has this option, see “Engine When to Change Engine Oil Coolant Heater” in the Index. See if any one of these is true for you: What to Do with Used Oil Most trips are less than5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside Did you know that used engine oil contains certain temperatures are below freezing. elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer? Don’t let used oil stay on your skin Most trips include extensive idling(such as frequent for very long. Clean your skinand nails with soap and driving in stop andgo traffic). water, or a good hand cleaner.Wash or properly throw Most trips are through dusty areas. away clothing or rags containing used engine oil. (See the manufacturer’s warnings about the use and disposal You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on topof of oil products.) your car. Used oil can be a real threat to the environment.If you If any one of these is true for your vehicle, then you change your own oil, be sure to drain all free-flowing oil need to change your oil and filter every 3,000 miles from the filter before disposal. Don’t ever disposeof oil (5 000 km) or 3 months -- whichever comes first. by putting it in the trash, pouringit on the ground, into If none of them is true, change the oil andfilter every sewers, or into streams or bodiesof water. Instead, 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months -- whichever recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used If oil. comes first. you have a problem properly disposingof your used oil, ask your dealer,a service station ora local recycling center for help.

6-18 Air Cleaner VS Engine V6 Engines

Refer to the Maintenance Scheduleto determine when to

replace the air filter. .. ~ 1s., .’,. See “Scheduled MaintenanceServices” in the Index.

6-19 Air Filter Replacement To remove theair filter:

NOTICE: If the air cleaneris off, a backfire can cause a I damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily get into your engine, which will damage it. Always have the air cleaner in place when you’re driving. 1. Remove the plastic pin by pulling it straight up.

6-20 2. Disconnect the plastic clamp on the duct. Pull apart 3. pull the air cleaner straight up.Unclamp the metal the connection. clips.

6-21 Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when theengine oil is changed. Referto the Maintenance Schedule to determinewhen to change your fluid. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. How to Check Because this operation can bea little difficult,you may choose to have this done at your Pontiac dealer Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sure to- follow all the 4. Open the air cleaner and removethe filter. instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick.

NOTICE: Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission. Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmission fluid. . 6-22 Wait at least30 minutes beforechecking the To check transmission fluid cold:A cold check is transmission fluid levelif you have been driving: made after the vehicle has been sittingfor eight hours or When outside temperatures areabove 90°F (32°C). more withthe engine off and is used only as a reference. Let the engine run at idlefor five minutes if outside At high speed for quitea while. temperatures are 50°F (10°C) or more. If it's colder In heavy traffic -- especially in hot weather. than 50°F (lO"C), you may haveto idle the engine longer. Should the fluid level be lowduring a cold While pulling a trailer. check, youmust perform a hotcheck before adding To get theright reading, the fluid should at be normal fluid. This will give youa more accuratereading of the operating temperature, whichis 180"F to 200"F fluid level. (82°C to 93°C). To check the fluid hot or cold: To check transmission fluid hot:Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about15 miles (24 km) when Park your vehicle on a level place.Keep the engine outside temperatures&e above 50°F (10°C). running. If its colder than50" F (10" C) drive the vehiclein With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever DRIVE (D) until the enginetemperature gage moves in PARK (P). and then remians steady for ten minutes. Thenfollow With your foot on the brake pedal,move the shift the hot check procedures. lever through each gear range,pausing for about three seconds in'each range. Then,position the shift lever in PARK (P). Let the engine run at idlefor three minutes or more.

6-23 Then, witho.ut shuttingoff the engine,follow these steps: 3.4L Transmission Dipstick Location

6-24 3.8L Transmission Dipstick Location 3.4L and 5.7L Transmission Dipstick

1. Pull out the dipstick and wipeit with a clean ragor The fluid level must bein the COLD area for a cold paper towel. check or in the HOT areafor a crosshatch area for a hot 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and check. then pull it back out again. 3. Check both sidesof the dipstick, and read thelower level.

6-25 3.8L Transmission Dipstick How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use.See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”in the Index. Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid HOT. (A COLD check is used only as a reference.)If the fluid levelis low, add only .enoughof the proper fluid to bringthe level upto the HOT area for a hot check. It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less thana pint. Don ’t oveflill. We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON@-III,because fluid with that label is made especiallyfor your automatic transmission. 4. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range,push the Damage caused by fluid other thanDEXRON@-111 is

dipstick back. .. in all the way. not covered by yournew vehicle warranty. After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as described under “How to Check.” When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the dipstick back in all theway. Manual Transmission Fluid Then, follow these steps: 1. Remove the filler plug. How to Check 2. Check that the lubricant level is up tothe bottom of Because this operation can be difficult, you may choose the filler plug hole. to have this done at your Pontiac dealer Service Department. 3. If the fluid level is good, installthe plug and be sure it is fully seated.If the fluid levelis low, add more If you do it yourself, be sure to followall the fluid as described in the next steps. instructions here, or you could get a false reading. How to Add Fluid NOTICE: Here’s how to add fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kindof fluid to use. See Too much or too little fluid can damage your “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” inthe Index. transmission. Too much can mean that some of 1. Remove the filler plug. the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Be 2. Add fluid at thefiller plug hole. Add only enough sure to get an accurate reading if you check your fluid to bring the fluid level up tobottom the of the transmission fluid. filler plug hole. 3. Install the filler plug. Be sure the plug is fully seated. Check the fluid level only when your engine is off, the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transmissionis cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the transmission case.

6-27 Hydraulic Clutch When to Check and Whatto Use The hydraulic clutch linkage inyour vehicle is self-adjusting. The clutch master cylinder reservoiris filled with hydraulic clutch fluid. It isn’t a good idea to “top off’ your clutch fluid. Adding fluid won’t correct a leak. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired.

Refer to the Maintenance Scheduleto determinehow often you should check the fluid level in your clutch master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid. See “Owner Checks and Services’’ and “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants’’ in the Index.

6-28 How to Check What to Use The proper fluid should be added if the levelbelow is Standard Differential the “STEP” mark on the reservoir.See the instructions on the reservoir cap. Use Axle Lubricant (GM PartNo. 1052271) or SAE 8OW-90 GL-5 gear lubricant. Rear Axle Limited-Slir, Differential 1 When to Check and Change Lubricant To add lubricant when the level is low, Axleuse Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how Lubricant (GM Part No. 1052271) or SAE SOW-90 often to check the lubricant and when to change it. See GL-5 gear lubricant. To completely refill after draining, “PeriodicMaintenance Inspections” in the Index. add 4 ounces (1 18 ml) of Limited-Slip Differential Lubricant Additive (GM Part No. 1052358). Then fill to How Checkto Lubricant the bottom of the filler plugholewith Axle Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, (GM Part No. 12345977) or SAE SOW-90 GL-5 gear you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant lubricant. to raise the level to the bottomof the filler plug hole.

6-29 Engine Coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant whenit is low. If youhave a problem with engine overheating or if you need to add coolantto your radiator, see “Engine Overheating” in the Index. The proper coolant for your Pontiac will:

Give freezing protection down to-34°F (-37 O C). Give boiling protectionup to 262 “F ( 128” C). Protect against rust and corrosion. Help keep the proper engine temperature. Let the warning lights work as they should. What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean water (preferably distilled) and one-half antifreeze that meets “GM NOTICE: Specification 1825-M,” which won’t damagealuminum parts. You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to If you usean improper coolantmix, your engine GM Specification 1825-M with a complete coolant flush could overheat and be badly damaged. The and refill. If you use this mixture, you don’t needto add repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your anything else. warranty. Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.

I 6-30 Adding Coolant 5.7L LTl Engine Only

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If this light comes on, it means you’re low on engine coolant. To Add Coolant to the RecoveryTank To Check Coolant If you need more coolant, add theproper mix at the When your engine is cold,check the dipstick on thecap coolant recovery tank, but only whenyour engine is of the coolant recovery tank.The coolant level should cool. If the tank is very low or empty,also add coolant be at COLD, or a little higher. When yourengine is to the radiator, see “Engine Overheating” in Indexthe warm, the levelon the dipstickshould be up to theHOT, for information. or a little higher.

6-31 Radiator PressureCap (All Engines)

NOTICE: Your radiator cap isa 18 psi (124 Ea) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installedto prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap 'line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck.

When you replace your radiator pressure cap,AC@ an cap is recommended. Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlledby a thermostat in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature. When you replace your thermostat,an AC@thermostat is recommended.

6-32 Power SteeringFluid 3.8 L L36 Engine 3.4 L L32 Engine

6-33 5.7 L LT1 Engine How To Check Power SteeringFluid When the engine compartmentis cool, unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick. The level shouldbe at theFULL COLD mark. Add enough fluidto bring thelevel up to the mark. A fluid lossin this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired.

6-34 When the engine Compartment is hot, the level Windshield Washer Fluid should be at theH or HOT mark.

0 When the engine compartment is cool, the level To Add should be at C or FULL COLD mark. What to Add Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. I NOTICE: When adding power steeringfluid or making a complete fluid change, always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals.

6-35 Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY. Add Brake Master Cylinder washer fluid untilthe tank isfull. Your brake master cylinderis here. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’sinstructions for adding water. 0 Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can causethe solution to freeze and damage your washer fluidtank and other partsof the washer system. Also, water doesn’t cleanas well as washer fluid. 0 Fill your washer fluidtank only 3/4 full when it’s very cold. This allowsfor expansion, which could damagethe tank if it is completely full. 0 Don’t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer. It can damage your There are only two reasons why the brake fluid levelin washer system and paint. your master cylinder might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down toan acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. When new linings are putin, the fluidlevel goes back up.The other reason is that fluid is leaking outof the brake system.If it is,you should have your brake system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or lateryour brakes won’t work well, or 6-36 I

won’t work at all. So, it isn’t a good idea to“top off’ To Check Brake Fluid your brake fluid. Adding brake fluid won’tcorrect a leak. If you add fluidwhen your linings are worn, then you’ll have too much fluid when you get brakenew linings. You should add (or remove)brake fluid, as necessary, only when workis done on the brake hydraulic system.

You can check the brake fluid without takingoff the cap. Just look at the brake fluid reservoir.The fluid level should be above the plastic seam the reservoir. it Refer to the MaintenanceSchedule to determine when to in If check your brake fluid. See “PeriodicMaintenance isn’t, have yourbrake system checked to see if there is a Inspections” in the Index. leak. After work isdone on the brake hydraulic system, make sure thelevel is above the plastic seam, near the base of the filler neck.

6-37 What toAdd Brake Wear When you do need brakefluid, use only DOT-3 brake Unless you havethe four-wheel disc brake option, your fluid -- such as DelcoSupreme 11 @ (GM Part Pontiac has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. No. 1052535). Use newbrake fluid from a sealed Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that makea container only, and always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap before removingit. high-pitched wanzing sound when the brake pads are worn and new padsare needed. The sound may come and c, go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except NOTICE: when you are pushing on the brake pedalfirmly). Don’t let someoneput in the wrong kindof fluid. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system partsso badly thatthey’ll have to be replaced. Brake fluid can damage paint, so be careful not tospill brake fluidon your vehicle. If you do, wash it off immediately. See “Appearance Care” in theIndex. NOTICE: Continuing to drivewith worn-out brake pads could result incostly brake repair.

6-38 Some driving conditions or climates may causea brake a few moderate brakestops about every 1,000 miles squeal when the brakes are first appliedor lightly (1 600 km), so your brakes will adjust properly. applied, This does notmean something is wrong with If your brake pedal goes downfarther norrid, your your brakes. than rear drum brakes may need adjustment.Adjdsi them by If you have reardrum brakes, they don’t have wear backing up and firmly applying thebrakes a few times. indicators, but ifyou ever hear reara brake rubbing noise, have the rear brake linings inspected.Also, the Replacing Brake System Parts rear brake drums should be removed and inspectedeach The braking system on a modern vehicleis complkx. Its time the tires are removedfor rotation or changing. many parts haveto be of top qualityand wokk well. When you have the front brakes replaced,have the rear together if the vehicleis to have really good briking. brakes inspected, too. Vehicles we design and test have top-qualityGM brake Brake linings should always be replaced completeas parts in them, as your Pontiac does whenit is new. ,& ..b - axle sets. When you replace partsof your brakingsystem, -- for i* example, when your brake linings wear down dnd yob . Brake Pedal Travel have to have new ones putin -- be sure you get new t genuine GM replacement parts. If you don’t,yuia - See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to ,% normal height, orif there is arapidincrease in pedal brakes may no longer work properly.For em$le, if travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble. someone putsin brake linings thatare wrong €& ybuf vehicle, the balance between yourfront and re& btakes Brake Adjustment can change -- for the worse. The braking perfoi-mhnce , you’ve come to expect can changein many other way$ if Every time you make a moderatebrake stop, your disc someone putsin the wrongreplacement brake parts. brakes adjustfor wear. If you rarely make amoderate or heavier stop, then your brakes might not adjust correctly. If you drive in thatway, then -- very carefully-- make Battery Bulb Replacement Every new Pontiac has aDelco Freedom@battery. You For the proper typeof replacement bulb, see never have to add water toone of these. When it’stime “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. for a new battery,we recommend aDelco Freedom@ battery. Get one thathas the replacement number shown Halogen Bulbs on the original battery’s label. Vehicle Storage If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for25 days or more, take off the black, negative(-) cable from the battery. This will help keep your batteryfrom running down.

Headlamps To replace a headlamp: 1. Open the headlamp doorby hand. See “Headlamp Doors” in the Index.

Contact your dealerto learn how toprepare your vehicle for longer storage periods.

6-40 2. Unscrew the bezel witha screwdriver and removeit. 3. Remove the screws and pull outthe bulb housing.

6-41 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp

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4. Pull out the bulb and disconnect the electrical connector. To replace the bulb: 5. Reverse the steps with a new bulb. 1. Remove the two screws in the stoplamp lens.

6-42 Front 'hrn Signal

2. Gently pull the assembly out and remove the bulb from the back of the assembly. 1. Using a screwdriver, remove theplastic screws from 3. Reverse the steps with a new bulb. the deflector under the vehicle.Move the deflector out of the way.

6-43 Rear Lamps To change any Fear bulb,yo1 LZ. have to remove the entire housing. 1. Remove the trim panel from the side thatyou are replacing the bulb. 2. Pull the carpet back.

2. Turn and pull outthe socket and the bulb. 3. Pull out the bulb.

~ 4. Reverse the steps with a newbulb.

3. Remove the wing nuts

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4. hll iff the assemblyfkmn the outside. 5. To remove a socket witha tab, press the tab and turn To replace a rear sidemarker bulb: the socket counterclockwise.To remove a socket without a tab, turn the socket counterclockwise. 1. Remove the screw from the sidemarker assembly. 6. To remove the bulb, push in and turnit 2. To pull out the bulb housing, tiltthe housing to counterclockwise, then pullit out. remove the tabbed end. 7. Reverse the steps witha new bulb.

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3. Turn counterclockwise and pullout the socket and the bulb. Replacement blades come in different types and are 4. Pull out the bulb. removed in different ways. 5. Reverse the steps with a new bulb. To remove the wiper blade assembly: 1. Lift the wiper arm until it locks intoan upright position. 2. Press the locking tab down while sliding the blade assembly down.

6-46 Wiper Blade Element Replacement To replace the wiperblade element refer to thewiper blade assembly replacement instructions.To replace the element follow these steps: 1. Locate the heelend of the wiper blade assembly that has the two notches heldby the wiper blade claw. 2. Hold the wiper blade assembly with one hand and pull the element gently with the other hand. (Replacement blade elements have three plasticcaps which retain two metal flexor strips.Do not remove these caps before the element is installed.) 3. At the heelend of the blade assembly, notchedend of blade elementlast, slide theblade element into the blade claw sets.The plastic retainer caps will be forced off as the elementis fully inserted.Make sure that all the claw sets are properlyengaged in the slots of the blade element. 4. Install wiper blade assembly on wiper arm.

6-47 I I Tires , We don’t make tires. Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires madeby a leading tire manufacturer.These tires are warranted bythe tire manufacturers and their warranties are delivered with everynew Pontiac. Tf your spare tire is a different brand than yourroad tires, you will have a tire warranty folderfrom each of these manufacturers.

6-48 Inflation - Tire Pressure NOTICE: (Continued) The Tire-Loading Information label whichis on the driver’s door shows the correct inflation pressuresfor If your tires have too muchair (overinflation), your tires, when they’re cold. “Cold” means your you can get: vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven Unusual wear .. , no more than a mile. Bad handling . ., If you’ll be driving atspeeds higher than 100 mph (160 km/h) Rough ride where it is legal, raise the “cold” inflation pressure of each 0 Needless damage from road hazards. tire to 35 psi (240 k Pa). When you end this very high speed driving, reduce the “cold” inflation pressures to thoselisted on the tire loading information label. When to Check Check your tiresonce a month ormore. Don’t forget your compact spare tire.It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa). Don’t let anyone tell youthat underinnation or overinflation is all right. It’s not. If’ your tires don’t How to Check have enough air (underinflation) you can get: Use a good qualitypocket-type gage to check tire Too much flexing pressure. Simplylooking at the tires will not tell youthe Too much heat pressure, especiallyif you have radial tires -- which Tire overloading may look properly inflated evenif they’re underinflated. Bad wear If your tires havevalve caps, be sure to put them back 0 Bad handling on. They help prevent leaks bykeeping ou,t dirt and Bad fuel economy. moisture. (Continued)

6149 Tire Inspection and Rotation If you don’t haveP245/5OZR16 Goodyear EagleGS-C tires, use the rotation pattern shown above for your tires. Tires should be inspected every6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km) for any signsof unusual wear. If unusual wear is present, rotate your tiresas soon as possible andcheck wheel alignment. Alsocheck for damaged tires or wheels. See “When it’s Timefor New Tires” and “Wheel Replacement” later in this sectionfor more information. The purpose of regular rotationis to achieve more uniform wearfor all tires on the vehicle.The first rotation is the most important.See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals. I I 1 n

If you have P245/5OZR16 Goodyear EagleGS-C tires, they must rollin a certain direction for the best overall performance. The directionis shown by an arrow on both sidewalls. Because these tires are directional, they should be rotated as shown here. These tires should only be moved from front to rear and rear to fronton the same sideof the vehicle. I I

6-50 After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and When it’s Timefor New Tires rear inflation pressuresas shown on the Tire-Loading Information label. Make certain thatall wheel nuts are One way totell when it’s properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque”in the time for new tires is to Index. check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6mm) or less of tread remaining.

6-51 You need a new tire if design, the TPC numberwill be followedby an “MS” (for mud and snow). 0 You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. If you ever replaceyour tires with those not havinga TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same size, 0 You can see cordor fabric showing through the tire’s load range, speed ratingand construction type (bias, rubber. bias-belted or radial) as your original tires. e The tread or sidewall is cracked, cutor snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric. 0 The tire has a bump, bulge or split. 0 The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that can’t be repaired well becauseof the sizeor location of the damage. Buying New Tires To find out what kind and sizeof tires you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle whenit was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. Whenyou get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number. That way, your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance, handling, speedrating, traction, ride and other things during normal serviceon your vehicle.If your tires havean all-season tread

6-52 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight-ahead) traction testsand does not The following information relatesto the system include cornering(turning) traction. developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by Temperature - A, B, C treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles soldin the United States.) The temperature grades are A (the highest),B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance tothe generation of Treadwear heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specifiedindoor laboratory The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on test wheel.Sustained high temperature can cause the the wear rate of the tirewhen tested under controlled material of the tire todegenerate and reduce tire life, and conditions on a specified government test course.For excessive temperature can lead tosudden tire failure. example, a tire graded150 would wearone and a half The grade C corresponds to a levelof performance (1 1/2) times as well on the governmentcourse as a tire which all passenger car tires must meetunder the graded 100. The relative performanceof tires depends Federal Motor Vehicle SafetyStandard No. 109. Grades upon the actual conditionsof their use, however, and €3 and A represent higher levels of performance on the may depart significantly from the normdue to variations laboratory test wheel thanthe minimum required by law. in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. Warning: The temperature gradefor this tire is established for a tire that is properlyinflated and not Traction - A, B, C overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation,or The traction grades, from highestto lowest are: A,B, excessive loading, either separately inor combination, and C.They represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. pavement as measured under controlled conditions on These grades are molded on the sidewallsof passenger specified government test surfaces of asphalt and car tires. concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction While the tires availableas standard or optional performance. equipment onGeneral Motors vehicles may vary with 6-53 respect to these grades,all such tires meet General Your dealer will know the kindof wheel you need. Motors performance standards andhave been approved for use on General Motors vehicles. All passengertype Each new wheel should have the same load carrying (P Metric) tires must conform to Federal safety capacity, diameter, width, offset, and be mounted the requirements in addition to these grades. same way as theone it replaces. If you need to replace anyof your wheels, wheel bolts, Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance or wheel nuts, replace them only withnew GM original The wheels on your vehiclewere aligned andbalanced equipment parts.This way, you will be sure to have the carefully at the factory to give you the longestlife tire right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for your and best overall performance. Pontiac model. In most cases, you will notneed to have yourwheels aligned again. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pullingone way or the other, the alignment may need to be reset. If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving ona smooth road,your wheels may need tobe rebalanced. Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel thatis bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nutskeep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts shouldbe replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replaceit (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your Pontiac dealer if any of these conditions exist.

6-54 Tire Chains NOTICE: The wrong wheel can also cause problemswith NOTICE: bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odometer calibration,headlamp If your Pontiac hasP235/55R16, or P245/50ZR16 aim, bumper height,vehicle ground clearance, size tires, don’t use tire chains; they can dqpage and tire or tire chain clearance tobody the and your vehicle. chassis. If you have othertires, use tire chainsonly where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains that are the propersize for Used Replacement Wheels your tires. Install themon the rear tires and tighten them as tightlyas possible with the ends securely fastened. Driveslowly and follow the chain manufacturer’sinstructions. If you can hear the chains contacting yourvehicle, stop and retighten them. If the contact continues,slow down untilit stops. Driving toofast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle.

6-55 Appearance Care Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, thesewill damage your vehicle: Remember, cleaning productscan be hazardous.Some are toxic. Others can burst intoflame if you strike a 0 Alcohol match or get them on a hot partof the vehicle. Some are 0 Laundry Soap dangerous if you breathe theirfumes in a closed space. When you use anythingfrom a containerto clean your 0 Bleach Pontiac, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings 0 ReducingAgents and instructions.And always open your doors or windows when you’re cleaningthe inside. Cleaning the Insideof Your Pontiac Never use these to clean your vehicle: Use a vacuum cleaner often to get of rid dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinylor leather with a clean, damp cloth. 0 Gasoline Your Pontiac dealerhas two GM cleaners, a 0 Benzene solvent-type spot lifterand a foam-type powdered 0 Naphtha cleaner. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. Do not use them on vinyl or leather. Carbon Tetrach[loride Here are some cleaning tips: 0 Acetone 0 Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. 0 Paint Thinner 0 Clean up stainsas soon as you can-- before they set. 0 Turpentine Use a clean clothor sponge, and change to a clean 0 Lacquer Thinner area often.A soft brush maybe used if stains are Nail Polish Remover stubborn.

They can all be hazardous -- some more than 0 Use solvent-type cleaners in a well-ventilated area others -- and they can all damage your vehicle, too. only. If youuse them, don’t saturate the stained area.

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If a ring forms after spot cleaning, cleanthe entire area immediately or it willset. NOTICE: Using Foam-Type Cleaner on Fabric Be careful. A blow dryer may scorch the fabric. 0 Vacuum and brush thearea to remove any loose dirt. 0 Wipe with a clean cloth. 0 Always clean a whole trimpanel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric 0 Mix Multi-Purpose PowderedCleaner following the First, see if you have to use solvent-typecleaner at all. directions on the container label. Some spots and stains will cleanoff better withjust 0 Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge. water and mild soap. 0 Don’t saturate the material. If you need to use a solvent: 0 Don’t rubit roughly. 0 Gently scrape excess soilfrom the trim material with a clean, dull knife or scraper. Use verylittle cleaner, 0 As soon asyou’ve cleaned the section, use a sponge light pressure and clean cloths (preferably to remove the suds. cheesecloth). Cleaning should start atthe outside of 0 Rinse the section with a clean, wetsponge. the stain, “feathering” toward the center.Keep changing to a clean sectionof the cloth. 0 Wipe off what’s left with a slightly damp paper towel or cloth. 0 When you clean a stain from fabric,immediately dry the area with a blow dryer to helpprevent a cleaning 0 Then dry it immediately with a blow dryer or a heat lamp. ring. (See the previous NOTICE.)

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Special Cleaning Problems If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the area with awaterhaking soda solution: Greasy or Oily Stains 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking Soda to 1 cup (250 ml) Stains caused by: grease, oil, butter, margarine,shoe of lukewarm water. polish, coffee withcream, chewing gum, cosmetic 0 If needed, clean lightly with solvent-type cleaner. creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar and asphaltcan be removed as follows: Combination Stains

@ Carefully scrape off excess stain. Stains caused by: candy, ice cream, mayonnaise, chili sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows: 9 Fallow the solvent-type instnxctions described earlier. 0 Carefully scrape off excess stain, then clean with cool water and allow to dry. ?, Sboe palish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will stainif left on a vehicle seat fabric. They shouldbe removed If a stain remains, cleanit with solvent-type cleaner. as &on as possible.Be careful, because the cleaner will dissolve them and maycause them to spread. Cleaning Vinyl t Use warm water and a clean cloth. Non-Greasy.. Stains 0 Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt.You Stains caused by: catsup, coffee (black), egg,fruit, fruit may have to do it more than once. juice, nrlilk, soft drinks, wine, vomit, urine and bloodcan he removsd as follows: Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stainif you don’t get themof€ quickly. Use a clean clothand Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the a solvent-type vinyl cleaner. sailed &pa with cool water. .. If a stain remains, follow the foam-type instructions desciibed evlier.. Cleaning Leather Care of Safety Belts Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mildsoap or Keep belts clean anddry. saddle soap. For stubborn stains, use a mild solutionof 10% isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) and90% water. Never use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive cleaners, furniture polishor shoe polish on leather. Soiled leather should becleaned immediately. If dirt is allowed to work intofinish, it can harm the leather. Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel , . .. . Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces Glass of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner and even makeit difficult tosee through the windshield will removenormal tobacco smoke and dust films. under certain conditions. Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass,because they may cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window, since they may haveto be scraped off later. If abrasive cleaners are used onthe inside of the rear window, an electric defogger element maybe damaged. Any temporary license should not be attached acrossthe defogger grid.

6-59 Cleaning the Outsideof the Weatherstrips Windshield and Wiper Blades Silicone grease on weatherstrips will makethem last If the windshield is not clear after usingthe windshield longer, seal better,and not stick or squeak.Apply washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax silicone grease with a clean clothat least every six or other material may be on theblade or windshield. months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent application maybe required. (See “Recommended Clean the outside of the windshield withGM Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.) Windshield Cleaner, Bon-AmiPowder@ (GM Part No. 1050011). The windshield is clean if beadsdo not Cleaning a Removable Roof Panel form when you rinse it with water. Special care is necessarywhen cleaning, removing Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth and/or storingthe roof panel. soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent.Then Flush with waterto remove dust and dirt, then dry rinse the blade with water. the panel. Wiper blades should be checked on a regular basis and Clean the panel withGM Glass Cleaner. Leave the replaced when worn. cleaner on the panel for one minute, then wipe the panel with a soft, lint-free cloth. Don’t use abrasive cleaning materials.

6-60 Cleaning the Outsideof Your Pontiac Your Pontiac has a “basecoatklearcoat” paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and of color, gloss retention and durability. made for a basecoatklearcoat paintf~sh. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s f”mish is to keepit NOTICE: clean by washing it often with lukewarmor cold water. Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. a basecoatlclearcoat paint finish may dull the Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Use finish or leave swirl marks. liquid hand, dish or car washing (mild detergent) soaps. Don’t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based,or that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents Foreign materials such as calciumchloride and other should be flushed promptly and not allowedto dry on salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar,tree sap, bird the surface, or they could stain. Dry the finish with a droppings, chemicals from industrialchimneys, etc. can soft, clean chamoisor a 100% cotton towel to avoid damage your vehicle’s finish if they remainon painted surface scratches and water spotting. surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners thatare marked High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. vehicle. Exterior painted surfaces are subjectto aging, weather Finish Care and chemical fallout that can take their overtoll a period Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Pontiac by of years. You can help to keep the paintfinish looking hand may be necessary toremove residue from the paint new by keeping your Pontiac garagedor covered finish. You can get GM approved cleaning products whenever possible. from your dealer. (See “AppearanceCare and Materials” in the Index.)

6-61 Cleaning Your Convertible Top Aluminum Wheels(If So Equipped) Your aluminum wheels have a protective coating similar NOTICE: to the painted surfaceof your car. Don’t use strong soaps, chemicals, chrome polish, abrasive cleanersor When using an automatic carwash, setyour abrasive cleaning brushes on them becauseyou could heating orcooling system to “VENT” with the damage this coating, After rinsing thoroughly,wax a fan speed set to secondthe highestspeed. This may be applied. will prevent high pressure water from entering around yourtop. NOTICE: you have aluminumwheels, don’t usean Your convertible top shouldbe cleaned often. Use a If mild soap, lukewarm water and softa brush. Don’t use automatic carwash that has hardsilicon carbide any harsh cleaners or bleaching agents onthe top. They cleaning brushes.These brushes can take the can darnage the material. protective coatingoff your aluminumwheels. When the top is really dirty, use a mild foam-type cleaner. Use a cloth orsponge to remove the dirt. Tires Thoroughly rinse the top anddry it before lowering it. To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner. A damp top causes wrinkles. When applying a tire dressing always take careto wipe off any overspray or splash from painted surfaces. Petroleum-based products may damage the paint finish.

6-62 Sheet Metal Damage At least every speng, flush these materialsfrom the underbody with plain water. Clean anyareas where mud If your vehicle is damagedand requires sheetmetal and other debriscan collect. Dirt packed in closed areas repair or replacement, make sure the body repairshop of the frame should be loosened beforebeing flushed. applies anti-corrosion materialto the parts repaired or Your dealer or an underbody vehiclewashing system replaced to restore corrosion protection. can do this for you. e. Finish Damage Chemical Paint Spotting Any stone chips, fracturesor deep scratches in the finish Some weather and atmospheric conditionscan create a should be repaired right away.Bare metal willcorrode chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall uppn and quickly and may develop into a major repair expense. attack painted surfaces on your vehicle.This damage

Minor chips and scratchescan be repaired withtouch-up can take two foims: blotchy, ringlet-shaped ,' materials available from your dealeror other service discolorations, andsmall irregular dark spots etched into outlets. Larger areasof finish damagecan be corrected the paint surface. in your dealer's body and paint shop. Although no defectin the paintjob causes this, Pantiac Underbody Maintenance will repair, at no charge to the owner,the surfaces bf new vehicles damaged by this fallout conditiop.within Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dustcontr~l 12 'months or12,000 miles (20 000 km) of purchase, can collect on the underbody.If these are not removed, whichever comis fist; accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. Appearance__ Care and Maintenance Materials YOUcan get these from your GMDepartment. Parts 1 PART N UM B ER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE DESCRIPTION SIZE NUMBER 12345343 16 oz. (0.473L) Goodwrench0 Liquid Wax polish Exterior

1052277 121052277 oz. (0.354L) I Spray-A-Squeak Silicone Grease Weatherstrips, Stops squeaks

6-64 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this label inside your consolestorage compartment. It’s very helpfulif you ever need to order 111111111 II II I I 111 I IIII Ill Ill I 11111 111 I11111111 I1111 Ill II I 111111 II parts. On this label is: I yourVIN, the model designation, paint information, and a list of all production options and special equipment. This is the legal identifierfor your Pontiac.It appears on Be sure thatthis label is not removedfrom the vehicle. a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the Add-on Electrical Equipment windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts NOTICE: labels and the certificates of title and registration. ,ii :/ Don’t add anything electrical toyour Pontiac Engine Identification unless you check with your dealerfirst. Some The eighth character in your VINis the engine code. electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and This code will help you identify your engine. tbe damage wouldn’t be coveredby your warranty. !: specifications, and replacemenf parts. some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.

Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attemptingto add anything electrical to your Pontiac,see “Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac”in the Index. 6-65 Fuses tu~dCircuit Breakers

The other isin the engine CoIfipartment. Open the cover on either ofthe boxes to expose the fuses. me wiring circuits in your vehicleare protected from Look at the silver-colored band inside the Iffuse. the shci'rl circ&b by a combinationof fuses, circuit breakers, band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself.This replace a badfuse with a newone of the correct size. greatly redticesthe chance of fires caused by electrical problems. If you everhave a problem on the road and don't have a spare fuse, you can bortow one. Just pick some feature Thkre are two hse centers on your vehicle.One is in the of your car that you can get alongwithout-like the left side ok your instrument panel. radio or cigarette lighter-ind use ite fuse,if it is the size you need. ReplaGe it as soon as you can. Headlamps Main Fuse Block The headlamp wiringis protected by a circuit breaker. An electrical overload willcause the larnps togo on and FUSE USAGE CHART off, or in some cases to remainoff. If this happens, have IC3 2030 4EIl your headlamp wiring checked right away. AIR BAGTURN B - U HVAC RADIOACCY

5m60 70 80 Windshield Wipers PCMSTOP/HAZARDIGN PWR ACCY COURTESY The windshield wiper motoris protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheatsdue to heavy CIGAR/HORNLTSGAGES TAIL DEFOG/SEATS snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor cools.If the overload is caused by some electrical problem and not snow, etc., be sure to getit fixed. CRANK ACCYCRANK RADIO SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR MORE INFORMATION PRINTED IN U.S.A Power Windows and Other Power Options 102640332 Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other power accessories. When the current load too is heavy, the circuit breaker opensand closes, protecting the 1. AIR BAG: SIR Components circuit until the problem is fixedor goes away. 2. TURN B-U: Backup Lamps;Daytime Running Lamps Module (Canada);Turn Flasher;Transmission Range Switch;Traction ControlSwitch 3. HVAC: Heat Control SelectorSwitch (Heatedfir Conditioner); Rear Defogger 4. RADIO ACCY: Power Antenna;Disc Changer

6-67 5. PCM IGN: Powertrain Control Module; Fuel Pump 10. TAIL LTS: Exterior Lighting Re1ay;Theft Deterrent Module;Engine Mass Air 11. CIGAR/HORN: Cigarette Lighter; Horn Relay; Flow Sensor (V8 Engine) Data Link Connector 6. STOP/HAZARD: Brake Light/Cruise Release 12. DEFOGBEATS: Power Seats; Rear Defogger Switch; Hazard Flasher 13. IP DIMMER: Brightness Control 7. PWR ACCY: Power Door Locks; Power Mirrors; Hatch Release Switch; Auxiliary Accessory Wire 14. WIPEWASH: Windshield Wipermasher 8. COURTESY: Audio Alarm Module; Courtesy 15. WINDOWS: Power Windows, Convertible Top Lamps: Console Compartment,Glove Box, Dome, Switch (Circuit Breaker); Cooling Level Latching Trunk, Rear Courtesy, Rearview Mirror;Radio; Module Theft Deterrent Module; SECURITY Indicator; 16. CRANK: Diagnostic Energy Reserve Module Hatch Release Relay; KeylessEntry Receiver 17. RADIO: Radio Amplifier; Steering Wheel Controls 9. GAGES: Audio Alarm Module; Daytime Running Lamps Module (Canada);Diagnostic Energy Reserve Module; Instrument Cluster; Keyless Entry Receiver; Brake Switch Assembly; Auxiliary Accessory Wire Underhood Electrical Center

INJECTOR D7.52 I LJ INJECTOR I

Relays B: Air Conditioning Compressor F: Coolant Fan Number 2 C: Anti-Lock Brake System G: Traction Control System D: Coolant Fan Number 1 H: Fog Lamps E: Air Pump J: Cooling Fan Number 3 6-69 Fuses 1. ABS BAT Electronic Brake Control Module 7. AIR PUMP: Air Pump Relay 2. FOG LTS: Fog Lamps 8. PCM: Powertrain Control Module 3. R HDLP DR: Headlamp Doors Module 9. INJECTOR: Fuel Injectors 4. L HDLP DR: Headlamp Doors Module 10. INJECTOR: Fuel Injectors 5. ABS IGN: Anti-Lock Brake System 11. IGNITION: VIN Engine Code S: Camshaft Position Sensor;Crankshaft Position Sensor; Ignition Control 6. FANS/ACTR: Coolant Fan Relays; EVAP Canister Modu1e;Automatic Transmission; Ignition Coil (V-8 Purge So1enoid;Exhaust Gas Recirculation;Reverse Engine); Ignition Coil Module(V-8 Engine) Lockout So1enoid;Skip Shift Solenoid; Heated Oxygen Sensors (V8 Engine) 12. A/C-CRUISE: Air Conditioning Compressor Relay; Cruise Control Switches and Module Replacement Bulbs Ashtray* ...... 194 Heater and A/C Control ...... 37 Automatic Transmission Indicator ...... 73 Indicator Lights ...... PC74 Backup ...... 1156 Interior Door Handle ...... 74 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp ...... 92 1 License ...... 144 Cluster ...... 161 Reading ...... 212-2 Console ...... 194 RearCourtesy ...... 562 Dome ...... 906 Sidemarker ...... 194 Door Courtesy ...... 74 Tailonly ...... 194 Fog ...... 885 TaiVStopEurn ...... 2057 Front Parking and Turn Signal ...... 3057 Thd~...... 562 GloveBox ...... 194 Turn Signal-hdicators ...... 161 Headlamp ...... H-6545 *Manual transmission only. Capacities and Specifications Engine Compression Ratio VIN Engine CodeS and K ...... 9.0: 1 Type VIN Engine CodeP ...... 10.5: 1 VIN Engine Code S and K ...... 716 - Firing Order VIN Engine CodeP ...... V8 VIN Engine Code S and K ...... 1-2-3-4-5-6 Fuel Delivery ...... Fuel Injection VIN Engine Code P ...... 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2 Valve Arrangement ...... In-Head Piston Displacement VIN Engine CodeS ...... 207 CID (3.4L) VIN Engine Code K ...... 231 CID (3.8L) Wheel Nuts VIN Engine Cade P ...... 350 CID (5.7L) Wheel Nut Torque ...... 100 lb. ft. (140 N*m)

6-72 Capacities (Approximate) Crankcase

Without Filter Change ...... 1 The following approximate capacities are given inU.S. 4.0 qt. (3.8 L)** and metric conversions. With Filter Change ...... 5.0 qt. (4.7 L)** Air Conditioning? See the refrigerant information label Fuel Tank ...... 15,5 gal. (58.7 L) under the hood. Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Five-Speed ...... 5.9 pt. (2.8 L)* Drain and Refill ...... 10 pt. (4.7 L)* Six-Speed ...... 8.0 pt. (3.8 L)* Overhaul Rear Axle Lubricant ...... 3.5 pt. (1.7L) VIN Engine Code S and K ...... 17.6 pt. (8.3 L)* VIN Engine Code P ...... 21.6 pt. (10.2 L)* ? Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, Cooling System be sure the proper refrigerantis used. If you’re not sure, VIN Engine CodeS ask your Pontiac dealer. With Manual Transmission . . , . . 12.5 qt. (11.8 L) With Automatic Transmission ... * Recheck fluid level after filling. See “Automatic 12.3 qt. (11.6 L) Transmission Fluid”or “Manual Transmission Fluid” VIN Engine CodeK in the Index. With Manual Transmission ..... 12.5 qt.(1 1.8 L) With Automatic Transmission ... 12.3 qt. (11.6 L) ** Recheck the oil level after filling.See “Engine Oil” in VIN Engine CodeP the Index. With Manual Transmission ..... 15.3 qt. (14.5L) With Automatic Transmission ... 15.1 qt. (14.3 L)

6-73 Vehicle Dimensions Replacement Parts Wheelbase ...... 101.1 in. (2 566 mm) Air Cleaner Filter . , . , ...... , ...... A1163C Battery ...... , ...... 75-60 Front Tread ...... 60.7 in. (1542 mm) Engine Oil Filter Rear Tread ...... , . . 60.7 in. (1540 mm) VIN Engine Code S and K ...... PF47 Length VINEngineCodeP ...... PF25 Fuel Filter ...... , , ...... GF578 Firebird / Formula ...... 195.6 in. (4 968 mm) PCV valve Trans Am ...... 197 in. (5005 mm) VIN Engine Code S ...... , , CV789C Width ...... 74.5 in. (1893 mm) VIN Engine Code K ...... , ...... CV892C VIN Engine Code: P ...... CV895C Height ...... Radiator Cap ...... RC24 Firebird / Formula . , ...... 52 in. (1321 mm) Spark Plug Trans Am...... 51.7 in. (1312 mm) VIN Engine Code S ...... sR43TSK (0.045' Gap) VIN Engihe Code K , ...... -41-601 (0.060' Gap) Height Convertible . . VIN Engine Code P ...... , . sR45LTSP (0.050' Gap) Formula ...... 52.7 in. (1340 mm) Thermostat Temperature Specification . . . . 18OoF(82"C) Trans Am ...... 52.4 in. (1331 111171)

.. ' 6-74 d. Maintenance Schedule

Introduction IMPORTANT: Your Vehicle and the Environment KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER Proper vehicle maintenance not only helpsto keep your LEVEL AND CHANGE AS vehicle in good working condition,but also helps the RECOMMENDED environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenanceor the removal of important components can significantly This section covers the maintenance required for your affect the qualityof the air we breathe. Improper fluid Pontiac. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its levels or even the wrong tire inflationcan increase the safety, dependability and emission control performance. level of emissions from your vehicle.To help protect our environment, and to help keep your vehiclein good condition, please maintain your vehicle properly. 11 motec I Have you purchased theGM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. Seeyour Pontiac dealerfor details. 7-1 How This Section is Organized “Part B: Owner Checks and Services”tells you what should be checked wheneveryou stop for fuel. It also The remainder of this section is dividedinto five parts: explains what you can easily do to helpkeep your “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services”shows vehicle ingood condition. what to have done and how often.Some of these “Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections”explains services can be complex, so unless you are technically important inspections that your Pontiac dealer’s service qualified and have the necessaryequipment, you should department or another qualified service center should let your dealer’s service departmentor another qualified perform. service centerdo these jobs. “Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”lists some products GM recommends to help keep your vehicle properly maintained. These products,or their equivalents, shouldbe used whether you do the work yourself or haveit done. “Part E: Maintenance Record” provides a place for you to record the maintenance performed on your vehicle. Wheneverany maintenance is performed, be sure to writeit down in this part.This will help you determine when your next maintenance should be done. In addition, it is a good idea to keep your maintenance receipts. They maybe needed to qualify your vehicle for warranty repairs. If you are skilled enough todo some work on your vehicle, you will probably want to getthe service information GM publishes. You will find a list of publications and how to getthem in this manual. See “Service Publications” in the Index. Part A: Scheduled Maintenance The proper fluids and lubricants to useare listed in Part D. Make sure whoever services your vehicleuses Services these. All parts should be replaced andall necessary Using Your Maintenance Schedule repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle. We at General Motors wantto help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. Butwe don’t know These schedules arefor vehicles that: exactly how you’ll drive it.You may drive very short carry passengers and cargo withinrecommended distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive limits. You will find these limitson your vehicle’s long distances all the timein very hot, dusty weather. Tire-Loading Information label.See “Loading Your You may use your vehicle in making deliveries. Or you Vehicle” in the Index. may drive it to work, to do errands or in many other are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal ways. driving limits. Because of all the different ways people use their GM use the recommended unleadedfuel. See “Fuel” in vehicles, maintenance needs vary.You may even need the Index. more frequent checks andreplacements than you’ll find .. in the schedules in this section.So please read this Selecting the Right Schedule section and notehow you drive. If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good First you’ll need to decide whichof the two schedules is condition, see your Pontiac dealer. right for your vehicle. Here’s howto decide which schedule to follow: This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you shouldschedule them. If you go to your dealer for your service needs, you’ll know that GM-trained and supported servicepeople will perform the work using genuineGM parts.

7-3 Maintenance Schedule

Schedule I Definition Schedule I Intervals Follow Maintenance ScheduleI if any one of these is Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) or 3 Months true for your vehicle: Engine Oil and Filter Change Every 6,000 Miles (10000 km)or 6 months 0 Most trips are less than5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). Chassis Lubrication This is particularly important when outside At 6,000 Miles (10000 km)- Then Every temperatures are below freezing. 12,000 Miles(25 000 km) Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent Tire Rotation Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) driving in stop-and-go traffic). Rear Axle Fluid Change(Vehicles Towing Trailers) Most trips are through dusty areas. At 7,500 Miles (12500 km) Rear Axle Fluid Change (Limited Slip Differential) 0 You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrieron top of Every 15,000 Miles (25000 km) your car. Air Cleaner Filter Inspection,if driving in dusty conditions Schedule I should also be followedif the vehicleis used Automatic Transmission Service (severe conditions) Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) for delivery service, police, taxi,or other commercial Air Cleaner Filter Replacement application. Spark Plug Replacement (Except 5.7L CodeP engine) Spark Plug Wire Inspection Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection (or every 24 months) Cooling System Service (or every24 months) Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Spark Plug Replacement (5.7L Code P engine only) Automatic Transmission Service (normal conditions) 7-4 Maintenance Schedule I Schedule I1 Definition 1 Schedule I1 Intervals I Follow ScheduleI1 only if none of the conditions from Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Schedule I is true. Engine Oil and Filter Change (orevery 12 months) Chassis Lubrication (or every12 months) At 7,500 Miles (12500 km) Rear Axle Fluid Change (Limited-Slip Differential) At 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) - Then Every 15,000 Miles (25000 km) Tire Rotation Automatic Transmission Service (severeconditions) @very30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection(or every 24 months) Cooling System Service (or every24 months) Spark Plug Replacement (Except 5.7LCode P engine) Spark Plug Wire Inspection Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection Every 100,000 Miles (166000 km) Spark Plug Replacement (5.7L CodeP engine only) Automatic Transmission Service(normal conditions) I MaintenanceSchedule I 1 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) The services shownin this schedule up to 100,000 miles 0Change engine oil and filter (or every (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles 3 months, whichever occurs first). (166 000 km) at the same intervals. An Emission Control Service. Footnotes 3- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agencyor the California Air Resources Boardhas determined that the failure to perfom this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or' limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful life. We, however, urge that all recommepded maintenance servicesbe performed at the indicated intervalsand the maintenance be recorded.

DATE ACTUAL MILEAGESERVICED BY: I MaintenanceSchedule I I 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every Change the reat axle gear lubricant if 3 months, whichever occurs first). vehicle is used fi, pull a trailer or has An Emission Control Service. limited-slip differential. 0Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricatethe transmission shift linkage(or every 6 months, whichever occursfirst). Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and .. Rotation” in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information.

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7-7 I I Maintenance Schedule I I I I I

~ 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every [I] Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whicliever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Sewice. 0Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricate the transmission shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).

DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICED BY:

7-8 I Maintenance Schedule I 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil andfilter (or every - Uses such as found in taxi, police or 3 months, whichever occurs first). delivery service. An Emission Control Sewice. If you do not use your vehicle under anyof 0Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving these conditions, changethe fluid and filter in dusty conditions.Replace filter if at 100,000 miles (166 000 km). necessary. An Emission ControlSewice. Manual transmissionfluid doesn’t require Change the rear axlegear lubricant if change. vehicle is usedto pull a trailer. 0Change automatic transmissionfluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly drivenunder one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic wherethe outside temperature regularly reaches 90 OF (32 O C) or higher. I DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing.

7-9 I Maintenance Schedule I I 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service, An Emission Control Sewice. 0Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricate the transmission shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.

DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

- -I J 7-10 I MaintenanceSchedule I I 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) 0Change the rear axle gearlubricant if 0Change engine oil and filter (or every vehicle is used to pull a trailer. 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. [7 Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricate the transmission shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).

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7-11 ~ Maintenance Schedule I 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every El Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission ControlSewice. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricate the transmission shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). 0Change the rear axle gear lubricantif vehicle is used to pull a trailer. 0Inspect engine accessory drive belt (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service [71 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure capand neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. 7-12 I MaintenanceSchedule I I

0Replace spark plugs (except5.7L Code P - When doing frequent trailer towing. engine). An Emission ControlService. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or 0Inspect spark plug wires.An Emission Control delivery service. Service. Ifyou donot use your vehicle under any of 0Replace air cleaner filter.Replace filter these Conditions, change thefluid and filter more often under dusty conditions. at 100,000 miles (166 000 km). An Emission ControlService. Manual transmission fluiddoesn’t require Inspect fuel tank, cap andlines for damage change. or leaks. Inspectfuel cap gasket for any 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and damage. Replace parts as needed. Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation An Emission Control Service. pattern and additional information. 17 Change automatic transmissionfluid and filter if the vehicleis mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic wherethe outside temperature regularly reaches90 OF (320 C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain. , 7-13 I MaintenanceSchedule I I 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) 36,000 Miles (60,000km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricate the transmission shift linkage(or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).

I DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE -1 I MaintenanceSchedule I I 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if 0Change engine oil and filter (or every vehicle is used to pull a trailer. 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service.

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7-15 1 MaintenanceSchedule I 1 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricate the 0Change the rear axle gear lubricantif transmission shift linkage (or every vehicle is used to pull a trailer. 6 months, whichever occurs first). 0Change automatic transmission fluid and 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation one or more of these conditions: pattern and additional information. - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches90 O F (32 O C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

7-16 ’ I Maintenance Schedule I I 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) - Uses such as foundin taxi, police or 0Change engine oil and filter (or every delivery service. 3 months, whichever occurs first). If you do not useyour vehicle under anyof An Emission Control Service. these conditions, change thefluid and filter 0Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricate the at 100,000 miles (166 000 km). transmission shift linkage (or every Manual transmissionfluid doesn't require 6 months, whichever occurs first). change. 1 is .%

0Inspect air cleanerfilter if you are driving .:,-, ,. I '5

in dusty conditions. Replacefilter if .. .-4 I.--,."t'L . necessary. An Emission Control Service.

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7-17 1 MaintenanceSchedule I I 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change the rear axle gear lubricantif 3 months, whichever occurs first). vehicle is used to pull a trailer. An Emission Control Service.

DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: I DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

7-18 I Maintenance Schedule I I 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) 0Change engine oil andfilter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.

0Lubricate the steering linkage.Lubricate the ,. .., . .,. .I : _. :' transmission shift linkage (orevery 6 months, whichever occursfirst). I7 Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information.

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I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE ISERVICED BY:I I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE ISERVICED BY: I

7-19 Maintenance Schedule I 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every - Uses such as found in taxi, police or 3 months, whichever occurs first). delivery service. An Emission Control Service. If you donot use your vehicle under any of 0Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricate the these conditions, changethe fluid and filter transmission shift linkage (or every at 100,000 miles (166 000 km). 6 months, whichever occurs first). Manual transmission fluid doesn’t require 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if change. vehicle is used to pull a trailer. 0Inspect engine accessory drive (or every24 0Change automatic transmission fluid and months, whichever occurs first).An Emission filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under Control Service. one or more of these conditions: 0Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or - In heavy city traffic where the outside every 24 months, whichever occurs first). temperature regularly reaches 90°F See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what (32 O C) or higher. to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, - In hilly or mountainous terrain. condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure - When doing frequent trailer towing. test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission ControlService.

7-20 63,000 Miles (105 000: km) 0Replace spark plugs(except 5.7L Code P 0Change engine oil and filter (or every engine). An Emission Control Service. 3 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect spark plug wires.An Emission Control An Emission Control Sewice. Sewice. 3-

0Replace air cleaner filter. Replacefilter -! ..: .. more often under dusty conditions. ,. An Emission Control Sewice. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspectfuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Sewice.?

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~ . 7-21 . .. I MaintenanceSchedule I I . .. ., -. .I ’

66,000 Miles (110 000 km) ‘.67,SOO.. Miles (112 500 km) Changp engine -oiland filter (or every I IiChange the rear axle gear lubricantif 3 months, whichever occurs first). vehic .e is used to pulla trailer. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricate the transmission shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.

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I I . -, 1 /. I MaintenanceSchedule I 1

69,000 Miles (115 000 km)- ; 7;;

Change engineoil and filter '(or every ': 3 months, An Emission

.... Maintenance. .. Schedule I 75,000 Miles (125 000 kmj 0Change engine oil and filter (or every - Uses such as found in taxi, police or 3 months, whichever occurs first). delivery service. kilt Edission Control Service. If you do not use your vehicle under any oj 0Charige the rear axle gear lubricant if these conditions, change the fluid and filter vehicle is used to pull a traiier. at 100,000 miles (166 000 km). c] Cliange automatic transn-ksionfluid and Manual transmission fluid doesn't require filtet if the vehicle is mainly Mven under chaage. one dr more of these conditions: 0Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving - i[i7. heavy city traffic where the outside in dusty conditions. Replace filterif temperature regularly reaches 90 OF necessary. An Emission Control Service. (32O C)or higher. ', - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - when doing frequent trailer towing. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: I MaintenanceSchedule I I 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) 81,000 Miles (135 000 km) Change engine oil andfilter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs fist). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate the steeringlinkage. Lubricate the transmission shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). El Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additionalinformation.

DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICEDDATE BY

7-25 Maintenance ScheduleI 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if 0Change engineoil and filter (or every vehicle is used to pulla trailer. 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Lu xicate the steering linkage. Lubricate the transmission shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).

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.I .,- . .. . 7-26 7 I MaintenanceSchedule I I 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Sewice. 0Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricate the transmission shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occursfirst). 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer. 0Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing.

(Continued) 7-27 Maintenance ScheduleI

90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued)

- Uses such as found in taxi, police or Inspect spark plug wires.An Emission Control delivery service. Service. f

~ If you do not use your vehicle under any of 0Replace air cleaner filter. Replace filter these conditions, change thefluid and filter more often under dusty conditions. at 100,000 miles (166 000 km). An Emission Control Service. Manual transmission fluid doesn’t require 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage change. or leaks. Inspectfuel cap gasket for any 0Inspect engine accessory drive belt (or damage. Replace parts as needed. every 24 months, whichever occurs first). An,Emission Control Service. f An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspectionand Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or 0 0 Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation every 24 months, whichever occurs first). pattern and additional information. See “Engine Coolant’’in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. I7 Replace spark plugs (except 5.7L Code P engine). An Emission Control Service. 7-28 I MaintenanceSchedule I 1 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) 0Change engine oil andfilter (or every Cl Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Semice. 0Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricate the transmission shift linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occursfirst).

.. . ,. . DATE SERVICEDACTUAL MILEAGE BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: I Maintenance Schedule I I 97,500 Miles (162 $00 km) 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if 0Change engine oil and filter (or every vehicle is used to pull a trailer. 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service.

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r 7-30 I Maintenance Schedule 1-1 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Replace spark plugs (5.7L Code P engine If you have not used your vehicle under only). An Emission Control Service. conditions of severe service and, therefore, have not changed yourautomatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter.

r DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BE 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles 0Change engine oil and filter (or every (1 66 000 km) should be performed after 100,000miles 12 months, whichever occurs first). (166 000 km) at the same intervals. An Emission Control Service. Footnotes 0Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricate the The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the transmission shift linkage (or every California Air Resources Boardhas determined that the 12 months, whichever occurs first). failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify Change the rear axle gear lubricantif the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the 0 completion of vehicle useful life.We, however, urge that vehicle has limited-slip differential. all recommended maintenance services be performed at 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and the indicated intervals and the maintenancebe recorded. Rotation” in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information.

DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

7-32 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0 Change engine oil andfilter (or every - When doing frequent trailer towing. 12 months, whichever occursfirst). - Uses such as found in taxi, police or An Emission Control Service. delivery service. 0Lubricate the steering linkage.Lubricate the If you do not use your vehicle under anyof transmission shift linkage (or every these conditions, change the fluid and filter 12 months, whichever occurs first). at 100,000 miles (166 000 km). 0 Change automatic transmissionfluid and Manual transmission fluid doesn't require filter if the vehicleis mainly driven under change. _. ,%> one or moreof these conditions: \-, A:: '5' - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches90 OF (32 "C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain.

7-33 Ie MaintenanceSchedule I1 I I 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occursfirst). 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricate the 0Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricate the transmission shift linkage (or every transmission shift linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occursfirst). 12 months, whichever occurs first). Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Change automatic transmission fluidand Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation filter if the vehicleis mainly driven under pattern and additional information. one or moreof these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches90 OF (32”C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain. DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: - When doing frequent trailer towing.

I 7-34 Maintenance Schedule I1 r

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- Uses such as foundin taxi, police or 13 Replace spark plugs (except5.7L Code P delivery service. engine). An Emission Control Service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control these conditions, change thefluid and filter Service. at 100,000 miles (166 000 km). Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Manual transmissionfluid doesn’t require Service. change. 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage I Inspect engine accessorydrive belt (or or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any every 24 months, whichever occursfirst). damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. Cl Drain, flush and refill cooling system(or every 24 months, whichever occursfirst). See “Engine Coolant”in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service.

7-35 1 MaintenanceSchedule I1 I 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occursfirst). 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. CI Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricate the 0Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricate the transmission shift linkage (or every transmission shift linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occursfirst). 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and 0Change automatic transmission fluidand Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under pattern and additionalinformation. one or moreof these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches90 O F (32”C) or higher.

DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: MaintenanceSchedule 11 1

- In hilly or mountainous terrain. If you do not use your vehicle under any of - When doing frequent trailer towing. these conditions, change thefluid and filter at 100,000 miles (166 000 km). - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. Manual transmissionfluid doesn’t require change. 7.

DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

7-37 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspectionand 12 months, whichever occursfirst). Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation An Emission Control Service. pattern and additional information. 0Lubricate the steering linkage.Lubricate the transmission shift linkage(or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).

L J 7-38 MaintenanceSchedule I1 1 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every - Uses such as found in taxi, police or 12 months, whichever occursfirst). delivery service. An Emission Control Service. Ifyou do not use your vehicle under any of CI Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricatethe these conditions, change thefluid and filter transmission shift linkage (or every at IO0,OOO miles (I66 000 krn). 12 months, whichever occursfirst). Manual transmission fluid doesn’t require CI Change automatic transmissionfluid and change. filter if the vehicleis mainly driven under 0Inspect engine accessory drive (or every one or moreof these conditions: 24 months, whichever occursfirst). - In heavy city traffic where the outside An Emission Control Service. temperature regularly reaches90 OF 0Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or (32°C) or higher. every 24 months, whichever occurs first). - In hilly or mountainous terrain. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what - When doing frequent trailer towing. to use. Inspect hoses. Cleanradiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system andpressure cap. An Emission Control Service. (Continued) 7-39 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) Replace spark plugs (except 5.7L Code P 0 Change engine oil and filter(or every engine). An Emission Control Service. 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0Inspect spark plug wires.An Emission Control An Emission Control Service. Service. 3- 0Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricate the 0Replace air cleaner filter.An Emission Control transmission shift linkage(or every Service. 12 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage CI Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation damage. Replace parts as needed. pattern and additional information. An Emission Control Service.

DATE ACTUAL MILEAGESERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

7-40 Maintenance Schedule I1 I 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0Change engineoil and filter (or every - Uses such as foundin taxi, police or 12 months, whichever occursfirst). delivery service. An Emission Control Service. If you do not use your vehicle under anyof 0Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricate the these conditions, change thefluid and filter transmission shift linkage (or every at lO0,OOO miles (166 000 km). 12 months, whichever occursfirst). Manual transmission fluid doesn't require 0Change automatic transmissionfluid and change. filter if the vehicleis mainly drivenunder '.C one or moreof these conditions: - In heavy city traffic wherethe outside temperature regularlyreaches 90 "F (32°C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

7-41 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 17 Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricate the 0Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricate the transmission shift linkage (or every transmission shift linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and 0Inspect engine accessory drive belt (or Rotation" in the Indexfor proper rotation every 24 months, whichever occurs first). pattern and additional information. An Emission Control Service. 0Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: temperature regularly reaches90 OF (32" C) or higher.

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- In hilly or mountainous terrain. Replace spark plugs (except 5.7L Code P - When doing frequent trailer towing. engine). An Emission Control Service. - Uses such as foundin taxi, police or c] Inspect spark plug wires.An Emission Control delivery service. Service. T Ifyou do not use your vehicle under anyof Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control these conditions, change thefluid and filter Sewice. at 100,000miles (166 000 km). 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines. Inspect fuel Manual transmissionfluid doesn’t require cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as change. needed. An Emission Control Service. T 0Drain, flush and refillcooling system (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses.Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: test the cooling system andpressure cap. An Emission Control Service.

7-43 Maintenance Schedule I1 r 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Replace spark plugs(5.7L Code P engine 12 months, whichever occursfirst). only). An Emission ControlService. An Emission Control Service. 0If you have not usedyour vehicle under 0Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricatethe conditions of severe service and, therefore, transmission shift linkage (or every have not changed your automatic 12 months, whichever occurs first). transmission fluid, change both the fluid 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and and filter. Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.

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7-44 Part B: Owner Checks and Services Windshield Washer Fluid Level Listed below are owner checks and services which Check the windshield washer fluidlevel in the should be performed at the intervals specified to help windshield washer tank and add the properfluid if ensure the safety, dependability and emission control necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid”in the Index performance of your vehicle. for further details. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. At Least Once a Month Whenever any fluids or lubricants are addedto your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones,as shown in Tire Inflation Part D. Check tire inflation. Make sure tiresare inflated to the At Each Fuel Fill pressures specified on the Tire-Loading Information label located on therear edge of the driver’s door.See It is importantfor you or a service station attendant to “Tires” in the Indexfor further details. peqorm these underhood checksat each fuelfill. Cassette Deck Cassette ;,. Engine Oil Level Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every Check the engine oil level and add the properoil if 50 hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems”in the Index necessary. See “Engine Oil”in the Indexfor further for further details. details. At Least Mcea Year Engine Coolant Level Hydraulic Clutch System Inspection Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mixif necessary. See “Coolant”in the Indexfor Check the fluidlevel in the clutch reservoir.See further details. “Hydraulic Clutch Fluid”in the Index.A fluid loss in this system could indicatea problem. Have the system inspected and repaired at once.

7-45 At Least Oncea Year 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking Brake” in the Indexif necessary) and the regular Key Lock Cylinders brake. Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be specified in PartD. ready to turnoff the engine immediately itif starts. Body Lubrication 3. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work onlyin Lubricate all bodydoor hinges. Also lubricate allhinges PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in and latches, including thosefor the hood, headlamp door any other position, your vehicle needs service. assemblies, rearcompartment, console doors and any folding seat hardware.Part D tells you what to use. On manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever More frequent lubrication maybe required when in NEUTRAL (N), push the clutch down halfway exposed to a corrosive environment. and try to start the engine.The starter should work only when the clutchis pushed downall the way to Starter Switch the floor.If the starter works when the clutch isn’t pushed all the way down, your vehicle needs service. Steering ColumnLock While parked, and with the parking brake set,try to turn the key to LOCK in each shift lever position. With an automatic transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever isin PARK (P). With a manual transmission, the key should 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in around the vehicle. REVERSE (R).

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_I On vehicles with a key release button, try to theturn key Park on a fairlysteep hill, withthe vehicle facing to LOCK without pressing the button.The key should downhill. Keeping yourfoot on the regular brake,set the turn to LOCK only with thekey button depressed. parking brake. On all vehicles, the key should come out onlyin LOCK. 0 To check the parking brake: Withthe engine running and transmissionin NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove Parking Brake and Automatic TransmissionPARK foot pressumfrom the regular brake pedal.Do this (P) Mechanism Check until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only.

0 To check the PARK (P) mechanism's holding ability: Shift to PARK (P). Then release all brakes. Underbody Flushing At least every spring,use plain water to flush any corrosive materialsfrom the underbody. Takecare to clean thoroughlyany areas where mudand other debris can collect.

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7-47 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Steering and Suspension Inspection Inspections Inspect the frontand rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signsof Listed below are inspections and services which should wear, or lackof lubrication. Inspect the power steering be performed atleast twice a year (for instance,each lines and hosesfor proper hookup, binding, leaks, spring and fall).You should let yourGM dealer’s cracks, chafing, etc. service department or other qualified service centerdo these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are Exhaust System Inspection completed at once. Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspectbody the Restraint Systems near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing or out-of-position parts as wellas open seams, Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles,latch holes, loose connections, or other conditions which plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are could cause a heat build-up in the floorpan or could let working properly. Lookfor any loose parts or damage. exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust” in If you see anything that might keep a restraintsystem the Index. from doing its job, have it repaired.

7-48 Throttle Linkage Inspection Brake System Inspection Inspect the throttle linkagefor interference or binding, Inspect thecomplete system. Inspectbrake lines and and for damaged or missing parts.Replace parts as hoses for proper hookup, binding,leaks, cracks, chafing, needed. etc. Inspect discbrake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Also inspectdrum brake linings for Manual Transmission wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including Check the transmission fluid level; addif needed. See drums, wheel cylinders, calipers,parking brake, etc. The “Manual Transmission”in the Index.A fluid lossmay parking brakeis self-adjusting and nomanual indicate a problem. Check the system and repair if adjustment is required.You may need to haveyour needed. brakes inspected more oftenif your driving habitsor conditions result in frequent braking. Rear Axle Service Check the gear lubricant level in the rear axle and add if needed. See “Rear Axle” inthe Index. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the axle and repairit if needed.

7-49 Part D: Recommended Fluids and USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT

Lubricants Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 @ Brake Fluid NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, System (GM Part No. 1052535 or part numberor specification maybe obtained from your equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid). GM dealer. Hydraulic Clutch Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part System No. 12345347 or equivalent). USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine oil with the American Power Steering GM Hydraulic Power Steering Petroleum Institute CertifiedFor System Fluid (GM Part No. 1052884 or Gasoline Engines “Starburst” equivalent). symbol of the proper viscosity.To Manual DEXRON@-I11 Automatic determine the preferred viscosity Transmission Transmission Fluid. for your vehicle’s engine, see “Engine Oil” in the Index. Automatic DEXRON@-111 Automatic Transmission Transmission Fluid. Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of water (preferably distilled) and good quality Key Lock Lubricate with Multi-Purpose ethylene glycol base antifreeze Cylinders Lubricant (GM Part No. 12345 120) (GM Part No. 1052753or or synthetic SAE 5W-30 engine equivalent) conformingto GM oil. Specification 1825Mor approved Automatic Engine oil. recycled coolant conformingto Transmission GM Specification 1825M. Shift Linkage

~~ Coolant GM Part No. 3634621 or Clutch Linkage Engine oil. Supplement equivalent. Pivot Points I USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Floor Shift - lgine oil. Hood Latch 1 Linkage Assembly Chassis Chassis lubricant (GM PartNo. a. Pivots and a. Engine oil. Lubrication 1052497 or equivalent)or Spring lubricant meeting requirementsof Anchor NLGI Grade 2, CategoryLB or b. Release Pawl b. Chassis lubricant (GM PartNo. GC-LB. 1052497 orequivalent) or Rear Axle Axle Lubricant (GM PartNo. lubricant meeting requirements (Standard 1052271) or SAE 80W-90 GL-5 of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB Differential) Gear Lubricant. or GC-LB. Rear Axle Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. Hood and Door Engine oil or LubriplateLubricant (Limited-Slip 12345977) or SAE 8OW-90 GL-5 Hinges, Fuel (GM PartNo. 1050109). Differential) Gear Lubricant, and Limited-Slip Door Hinge, Differential Lubricant Additive Rear (GM Part No. 1052358 or compartment Lid equivalent) where required. See Hinges, Rear “Rear Axle” in the Index. Folding Seat Windshield GM Optikleen@Washer Solvent Weatherstrip Dielectric SiliconeGrease (GM Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 1051515) or Conditioning Part No. 12345579 or equivalent). equivalent. See “Replacement Parts” in the Indexfor recommended replacement filters, valves and spark plugs.

7-51 Part E: Maintenance Record Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on After the scheduled services are performed,record the the following record pages.Also, you should retain all date, odometer reading and who performedthe service maintenance receipts.Your owner information portfolio in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. is a convenient placeto store them.

Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICEDREADING DATE BY MAINTENANCEPERFORMED

7-52 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

7-53 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DAT E READING SERVICEDREADING DATE BY MAINTENANCEPERFORMED

.. Section 8 Customer Assistance Information

Here you will find out howto contact Pontiac if you STEP ONE -- Discuss your concern with a member of need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain dealership management. Normally, concerns canbe service publications and howto report any safety quickly resolved at that level.If the matter has already defects. been reviewed with theSales, Service, or Parts Manager, This section includes information on: Customer contact the ownerof the dealershipor the General Satisfaction Procedure, Customer Assistance for Hearing Manager. or Speech Impaired,BBB Auto Line - Alternative STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of Dispute Resolution Program, Reporting Safety Defects, dealership management, it appears your concerncannot Roadside Assistance, and Service Publications. be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Pontiac Customer AssistanceCenter by Customer Satisfaction Procedure calling 1-800-PM CARES. In Canada, contactGM of Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your Canada Customer Assistance Center in Oshawa by dealer and Pontiac. Normally, any concern with the sales calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be (French). resolved by your dealer’s Salesor Service Departments. In Mexico, call (525) 254-3777. In Puerto Rico,call Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all 1-800-496-9992 (English) or 1-800-496-9993 concerned, misunderstandings can occur. If your (Spanish). In theU.S. Virgin Islands, call concern has not been resolvedto your satisfaction, the 1-800-496-9994. In other overseas locations, contact following steps should be taken: GM North American Export Sales in Canadaby calling 1-905-644-4112.

8-1 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Centre 163-005 0 Your name, address,.home and businesstelephone 1908 Colonel Sam Drive numbers Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 0 Vehicle Identification Number(This is available Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance fraa the vehicle registration or title, orthe plate at Information booklet for addressesof Canadian and GM the left top of the instrument panel and visible Overseas offices. through the windshield.) When contacting Pontiac, please remember that your 0 Dealership name and location concern will likelybe resolved in the dealership, using 6 Vehicle deliverydate and presentmileage the dealership’s facilities, equipmentand personnel. That is why we suggest you follow Step One firstif you 0 Nature of concern have a concern. We ebcourage you to call the toll-free number listed previously in order to give your inquiry prompt attention. Customer Assistance for the Hearing However, if you wish to write Pontiac, write to: or Speech Impaired(TDD) United States To assist customerswho have hearing difficulties, Pontiac has installed specialTDD (Telecommunication Pontiac Division Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its Customer Customer Assistance Center Assistance Center.Any hearing or speech impaired One Pontiac Plaza customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional Pontiac, MI 48340-2952 teletypewriter (TTY)can communicate with Pontiac by dialing: 1-800-TDD-PONT. (TDD users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) GM Participation inBBB AUTO BBB AUTOLINE is an out-of-court program administered by the Better BusinessBureau system to LINE - Alternative Dispute settle disputes between customersand automobile Resolution Program* manufacturers. This program is available free of charge *This program may not be available in all states, to customerswho currently own orlease a GM vehicle. depending on state law. Canadian owners refer to your If you are not satisfied after followingthe Customer Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet. Satisfaction Procedure,you may contact the BBB using General Motors reserves the right tochange eligibility the toll-free telephone number,or write them at the limitations and/or to discontinueits participation in this following address: program. BBB AUTO LINE Both Pontiac and your Pontiac dealer are committed to Council of Better Business Bureaus making sure you are completely satisfied with your new 4200 Wilson Boulevard vehicle. Our experience has shown that, if a situation Suite 800 arises where you feel yourconcern has not been Arlington, VA 22203 adequately addressed, the Customer Satisfaction Telephone: 1-800-955-5 100 Procedure described earlierin this section is very successful. To file a claim, you will be asked provideto your name and address, your Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN), There may be instances wherean impartial third-party and a statement of the natureof your complaint. can assist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement Eligibility is limited by vehicle age andmileage, and regarding vehicle repairs or interpretationof the New other factors. Vehicle Limited Warranty.To assist in resolving these disagreements Pontiac voluntarily participatesin BBB AUTO LINE.

8-3 We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS Procedure before you resort to AUTOLINE, but you may contact the BBB at any time.The BBB will attempt TO THE UNITED STATES to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary GOVERNMENT between you and Pontiac. If this mediationis If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could unsuccessful, an informal hearing will be scheduled cause a crash or could cause injury or death,you should where eligible customersmay present their case toan immediately inform the National Highway Traffic impartial third-party arbitrator. Safety Administration (NHTSA), in additionto The arbitrator will makea decision which you may notifying General Motors. accept or reject. If you accept the decision,GM will be If NHTSA receives similar complaints, may it open an bound by that decision.The entire dispute resolution procedure should ordinarily takeabout forty days from investigation, andif it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, itmay order a recall and remedy the time you file a claim until a decisionis made. campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved Some state laws may require youto use this program in individual problems between you, your dealer, or before filing a claim with a state-run arbitration program General Motors. or in the courts. For further information, contactthe BBB at 1-800-955-5100 or the Pontiac Customer To contact NHTSA,you may either callthe Auto Safety Assistance Center at 1-800-PM CARES. Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area)or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safetyfrom the Hotline.

8-4 REPORTING SAFETYDEFECTS REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN TO GENERAL MOTORS GOVERNMENT In addition to notifying NHTSA (orTransport Canada) If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle in a situationlike this, we certainlyhope you’ll notify has a safety defect, you should immediately notify us. Please call us at 1-800-PM CARES, or write: Transport Canada, in additionto notifying General Pontiac Division Motors of Canada Limited.You may write to: Customer Assistance Center Transport Canada One Pontiac Plaza Box 8880 Pontiac, MI 48340-2950 Ottawa, OntarioKlG 3J2. In Canada, pleasecall us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motorsof Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7

8-5 Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program a Change aflat tire a Jump starts Security While You Travel 1-800-ROADSIDE 1-800-762-3743 a Courtesy Transportation. For warranty repairs during the Bumper-to-Bumper coverage period, interim As the proud ownerof a new Pontiac vehicle, youare transportation may be available under the Pontiac automatically enrolledin the Pontiac Roadside Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult Assistance Program. This value-added service is your dealerfor details. In Canada, please consult intended to provide you with peaceof mind as you drive your GM dealer for information on Courtesy in the city or travel the open road. Transportation. Pontiac’s Roadside Assistance toll-free number is We have quick, easy access to telephone numbersof the staffed by a teamof technically trained advisors whoare following services depending on your needs: available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Hotel We take anxiety outof uncertain situations by providing minor repair information over the phoneor making Glassreplacement arrangements to tow your vehicleto the nearest Pontiac Rental vehicles or taxis dealer. Police, fire department or hospitals We will provide the following servicesfor In many instances, mechanical failures are covered 3 years/36,000 miles, at no expenseto you: under Pontiac’s comprehensive warranty. However, Vehicle out of fuel when other outside servicesare utilized, our advisors Keys locked in vehicle will explain any payment obligationsyou might incur. Tow to nearest dealer for warranty

8-6 For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please Canadian Roadside Assistance provide the following information to the advisor: Vehicles purchasedin Canada have anextensive Location of vehicle -, Roadside Assistance program accessiblefrom anywhere 2. in Canada or the United States. Pleaserefer to the Telephone number of your location b1,{ - ..,. , 8.,.I .. separate brochure provided by the dealer or call 0 Vehicle model, year, and color 1-800-248-6800 for emergency services. 0 Mileage of vehicle Service and Owner Publications Vehicle identification number Service manuals, service bulletins,owner’s manuals and Vehicle license plate number other service literature are availablefor purchase for all Pontiac reserves the right limit to services or current and many past model GeneralMotors vehicles. reimbursement toan owner or driver whenin Pontiac’s judgement the claims become obsessivefrequency in or Toll-free telephone numbersfor ordering information: type of occurrence. United States 1-800-551-4123 While we hope that you neverhave the occasionto use Canada 1-800-668-5539 our service, it is added security while travelling for you and your family. Remember, we’re only a phone call away. Pontiac Roadside Assistance--1-800-ROADSIDE or 1-800-762-3743.

8-7 Service Manuals technician perform better service. Service bulletinsmay involve any numberof vehicles. Some will describe Service manuals contain diagnosis and repair inexpensive service, otherswill describe expensive information for all chassis and body systems. Theymay service. Some will advise new or unexpected conditions, be useful for owners who wishto get a greater and others mayhelp avoid future costly repairs.An understanding of their vehicle.They are also useful for important reminder -- service bulletins are meant for owners with the appropriateskill level or training who qualified technicians. Since these bulletins are issued wish to perform “do-it-yourself” service.These are throughout the model year and beyond, an index is authentic General Motors servicemanuals meant for required and published quarterly to help identify specific professional, qualified technicians. In some cases they bulletins. Subscriptions are available.You can order an refer to specialized tools,equipment and safety index at the toll-free numbers listed previously, or ask a procedures necessary to service the vehicle. GM dealerhetailer to see an index or individual bulletin. Service Bulletins Owner Publications Service bulletins covering various subjects are regularly Owner’s manuals, warranty folders and various owner sent to all General Motorsdealershipshetail facilities. assistance booklets provide owners with general GM monitors product performance inthe field. When operation and maintenance information. service methods are found whichpromote better service on GM vehicles, bulletins are createdto help the NOTES

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8-10 Section 9 INDEX

Adding. Automatic Transmission Fluid ...... 6-26 Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning ...... 6-62 Adding. Brake Fluid ...... 6-38 Antenna. Fixed Mast ...... 3-16 Adding. Electrical Equipment ...... 6-65 Antenna. Power Mast Care ...... 3-17 Adding. Engine Coolant ...... 6-31 Anti-Lock ...... 4-6 Adding. Engine Oil ...... 6- 15 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light...... 2.71. 4.6 Adding. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid...... 6-26 Anti-LockBrakes ...... 4-6 Adding. Manual Transmission Fluid ...... 6-27 Antifreeze ...... 6-30 Adding. Power Steering Fluid ...... 6-35 Antifreeze Adding ...... 6-31 Adding. Sound Equipment ...... 6- 14 AntifreezeChecking ...... 6-31 Adding. Windshield Washer Fluid ...... 2-44. 6-35 Anti-Theft Feature. Theftlock ...... 3-12 AirBag ...... 1-19 Appearance Care ...... 6-55 Air Bag Readiness Light ...... 1-21.2. 69 Appearance Care and Materials ...... 6-64 Air Bag System ...... 1-19 Ashtray and Lighter ...... 2-62 Air Bag. How Does it Restrain ...... 1-23 Ashtray.Front ...... 2-62 Air Bag. How it Works ...... 1-21 Audio System. Steering Wheel Touch Controls ...... 3-18 Air Bag Location ...... 1-22 Audio System. Tips About Your ...... 3-14 Air Bag. Servicing ...... 1-25 Audio Systems ...... 3-5 Air Bag. What Makes it Inflate ...... 1-23 AutomaticTransmission ...... 2-23 Air Bag. What Will You See After It inflates ...... 1-23 Automatic Overdrive Position ...... 2-25 Air Bag. When Should it Inflate ...... 1-23 First Gear (1) Position ...... 2-26 Aircleaner ...... 6-19 Neutral (N) Position ...... 2-24 AirConditioning ...... 3-3 Park (P) Position ...... 2-23 Alignment and Balance. Tires ...... 6-54 Reverse (R) Position ...... 2-24 9-1 Second Gear (2) Position ...... 2-25 Bulb Replacement ...... 6-7 1 Shifting ...... 2-23 Center High Mounted Stop Lamp...... 6-42 Third Gear (3) Position ...... 2-25 Front Turn Signal Lamps ...... 6-43 Axle, Rear Axle, ...... 6-29 Headlamps ...... 6-40 RearLamps ...... 6-44 Rear Sidemarker Lamps ...... 6-45 Battery ...... 6-40 Replacement. Remote Lock Control ...... 2-8 Warnings ...... 5.2.5.4 Canadian Roadside Assistance ...... 8-7 Low Maintenance ...... 6-40 Capacities and Specifications ...... 6-72 BBBAutoLine ...... 8-3 Carbon Monoxide ...... 4.28.4.34 Blizzard ...... 4-27 Cargocover ...... 6-62 Boot Cover, Installing ...... 2-82 Cassette Tape Errors ...... 3-8 Brake ...... Cassette Tape Player ...... 3-5 Adjustment ...... 6-39 Cassette Tape Player Care ...... 3-15 Fluid, Adding ...... 6-38 CDPlayer ...... 3-10 Master Cylinder ...... 6-36 CD Player Anti-Theft Feature ...... 3-12 Parking ...... 2-32 Center Console ...... 2-60 PedalTravel ...... 6-39 Center High Mounted Stop Lamp Bulb System Parts, Replacing ...... 6-39 Replacement ...... 6-42 System Warning Light ...... 2-69 Certificatioflire Label ...... 4-30 Trailer ...... 4-35 Chains,Safety ...... 4-35 Transmission Shift Interlock ...... 2-36 Chains, Tire ...... 6-55 System Warning Light ...... 2-69 Changing a Flat Tire...... 5-30 Wear ...... 6-38 Check Gauges Light ...... 2-79 Brakes, Anti-Lock ...... 4-6 Checking Your Restraint Systems ...... 1-40 Brakes, Trailer 4-35 Trailer Brakes, ...... Checking Braking ...... 4-5 Automatic Transmission ...... 6-22 Braking, In Emergencies ...... 4- 1 1 Brake Huid ...... 6-37 Break-In, New6-31 Vehicle ...... Coolant 2-14 Engine ......

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. -8- ..... - ...... L. . Engine Oil ...... 6-14 Clock. Setting the ...... 3-5 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid ...... 6-29 Close-OutPanel ...... 2-60 Manual Transmission Fluid ...... 6-27 Clutch Adjustment ...... 6-28 Power Steering Fluid ...... 6-34 Clutch. Hydraulic ...... 6-28 Restraint Systems ...... 1-40 CornfortControls ...... 3-1 Things Under the Hood ...... 6-8 Compact Disc Care ...... 3-16 Chemical Paint Spotting ...... 6-63 Compact Spare Tire ...... 5-42 Child Restraints ...... Console. Front ...... 2-60 Securing in st Rear Seat Position ...... 1-33 Control of a Vehicle ...... 4-5 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position...... 1-34 Control. Loss of ...... 4-14 TopStrap ...... 1-32 Convertible Top ...... 2-80 WheretoPut ...... 1-31 Convertible Top Cleaning ...... 6-62 Cigarette Lighter ...... 2-63 Convertible Top. To Lower Your ...... 2-80 Circuit Breaker. Power Windowsand Other Convertible Top. To Raise Your ...... 2-83 Power Options ...... 6-67 Convex Outside Mirror ...... 2-54 Cleaner. Air ...... 6-19 Coolant ...... 6-30 Cleaning Coolant Heater. Engine ...... 2-21 Aluminurnwheels ...... 6-62 Coolant Recovery Tank ...... 5-20 Fabric ...... 6-57 Coolant Temperature Gage ...... ; .... 2-73 Glass ...... 6-59 Coolant. How to Add to the Coolant Recovery Tank ... 5-20 Leather ...... 6-59 Coolant. How to Add to the Radiator (LT1 Engine) .... 5-26 Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades ...... 6-60 Coolant. How to Add to the Radiator (V6 Engine) ..... 5-23 SpecialProblems ...... 6-58 Cooling System ...... 5-18 Stains ...... 6-58 Coudesy Lamps ...... 2-52 The Inside of Your Pontiac ...... 6-56 Covered Visor Vanity Mirror ...... 2-61 The Outside of Your Pontiac ...... 6-60 Cruise Control Tires ...... 6-62 Erasing Speed Memory ...... 2-49 Top of the Instrument Panel ...... 6-59 Getting Out of ...... 2-48 Your Convertible Top ...... 6-62 Passing Another Vehicle While Using ...... 2-48 Vinyl ...... 6-58 To Increase Speed ...... 2-47 9-3 ToReduceSpeed ...... 2-48 InaBlizzard ...... 4- 27 To Resume a Set Speed...... 2-47 In Foreign Countries ...... 6-5 ToSet ...... 2-46 IntheRain ...... 4-17 UseonHills ...... 2-48 OnCurves ...... 4-11 Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech On Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 4-23 Impaired ...... 8-2 On Snow and Ice ...... 4-26 Customer Assistance Information ...... 8-1 Through Deep StandingWater ...... 2-20 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...... 8- 1 Winter ...... 4-25 With a Trailer ...... 4-35 DrunkenDriving ...... 4-2 Damage. Finish ...... 6-63 Damage. Sheet Metal ...... 6-63 Daytime Running Lamps ...... 2-50 Electric Mirror Control ...... 2-54 DeadBattery ...... 5-2 Electrical Equipment, Adding ...... 6-65 Defects. Reporting ...... 8-4 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...... 6-66, 6-69 Defensive Driving ...... 4- 1 Engine Coolant ...... 6-30 Defogger. Rear Window ...... 3-4 Adding ...... 6-31 Defogging ...... 3-3 Checking ...... 6-31 Defrosting ...... 3-3 Heater ...... 2-21 Differential. Limited Slip ...... 6-29 Temperature Gage ...... 2-72 Dolby 00 Noise Reduction ...... 3-8 Engine DoorLocks ...... 2-3 Exhaust ...... 2-37 DriverPosition ...... 1-13 Identification ...... 6-65 Driving On Grades. With a Trailer...... 4-37 Oil ...... 6-12 Driving EngineOil ...... 6-12 AtNight ...... 4-16 Adding ...... 6-15 City ...... 4-20 Additives ...... 6-18 Defensive ...... 4-1 Checking ...... 6-14 Drunken ...... 4-2 What Kind to Use (3.4L, 5.7L) ...... 6-17 Freeway ...... 4-21 What Kind to Use (3.8L) ...... 6-16

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... . When to Change ...... 6-18 Floor Mats ...... 2-54 Overheating ...... 5-16 FogLmps ...... 2-52 Running it While you’re Parked ...... 2-38 Folding Rear Seatback ...... , ...... 1-7 Specifications ...... 6-72 Foreign Countries, Fuel ...... 6-5 Starting ...... 2-17 Four-Way Manual Seat ...... 1-2 Ethanol (In Fuel) ...... 6-3 Fourth Gear (4), Manual Transmission (Five Speed) ...2-27 Exhaust. Engine ...... 2-37 Fourth Gear (4), Manual Transmission (Six Speed) .... 2-29.. Expectant Mothers. Use of Safety Belts ...... 1-25 FrenchLanguageManual ...... 11 Express Down Window ...... 2-39 Front Ashtray ...... 2-62 Extender. Safety Belt ...... 1-40 FrontConsole ...... 2-60 Front Map Lamps ...... 2-52 Front Seatback Latches ...... 1-6 Fabric Cleaning ...... 6-57 FrontTowing Hookups ...... 5-10 Fifth Gear (5). Manual Transmission (Five Speed) ..... 2-27 Front Turn Signal Lamps, Replacement ...... 6-43 Fifth Gear (5). Manual Transmission (Six Speed) ...... 2-29 Fuel Filling Your Tank ...... 6-6 5.7L Engine ...... 6-4 Filter Filling Your Tank ...... 6-6 Aircleaner ...... 6-20 Gauge ...... 2-79 Engine Oil ...... 6-18 In Foreign Countries ...... 6-5 Finishcare ...... 6-61 3.4L and 3.8L Engines ...... 6-3 Finish Damage ...... 6-63 Fully Articulating Sport Seat ...... 1-3 First Gear. Automatic Transmission ...... 2-26 Fuse Block, Engine Compartment ...... 6-66, 6-69 First Gear (1). Manual Transmission (Five Speed) ..... 2-27 Fuse Block, Main ...... 6-66, 6-67 First Gear (1). Manual Transmission (Six Speed) ...... 2-28 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...... 6-66 Five Speed Manual Transmission ...... 2-27 Fixed Mast Antenna ...... 3- 16 Flashers. Hazard Warning ...... 5-1 Gauge. Engine Coolant Temperature ...... 2-72 Flat Tire. Changing ...... 5-30 Gauge. Fuel ...... 2-79 Flow-Through Ventilation System ...... 3-4 Gasolines for Cleaner Air ...... 6-5 Fluids and Lubricants ...... 6-73 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ...... 4-30

9-5 Glass.Cleaning ...... 6-59 If You’re Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow ...... 5-43 GloveBox ...... 2-60 Ignition Key Positions ...... 2-14 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ...... 4-30 Ignition Switch ...... 2-14 Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror ...... 2-53 Inspections Halogen Bulbs ...... 6-40 Brake System ...... 7-49 Hatchback Release ...... 2-9 Exhaust Systems ...... 7-48 Hazard Warning Flashers ...... 5-1 Manual Transmission ...... 7-49 Head Restraints ...... 1-6 Rear Axle Service ...... 7-49 HeadlampDoor ...... 2-51 Restraint System ...... 7-48 Headlamp High-Low Beam Changer ...... 2-42 Steering and Suspension ...... 7-48 Headlamp,Wiring ...... 6-67 Throttle Linkage ...... 7-49 Headlamps ...... 2-49 Installing Boot Cover ...... 2-82 Headlamps, Bulb Replacement ...... 6-40 Instrument Panel ...... 2-64 Hearing or Speech Impaired, Customer Assistance...... 8-2 Instrument Panel Brightness Control...... 2-49 Heating ...... 3-1 Instrument Panel Cluster ...... 2-66 Highway Hypnosis ...... 4-23 Instrument Panel Cleaning ...... 6-59 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 4-23 Interior Lamps ...... 2-52 Hitches,Trailer ...... 4-34 HoodRelease ...... 6-8 Horn ...... 2-40 J ack. Tire ...... 5-31 Jump Starting 5-2 Hydraulic Clutch ...... Starting 6-28 Jump ...... Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Adding ...... 6-28 Key Lock Cvlinders ...... 7-46 Checking ...... 6-29 .I Hydroplaning ...... 4- 19 Key Release Button ...... 2-15 Keys ...... 2-1

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...... ~~ ...... - Lamps ...... 2-49 Door ...... 2-3 Lamps On Reminder ...... 2-50 PowerDoor ...... 2-4 Lamps.Courtesy ...... 2-52 Steering Column ...... 7-46 Lamps. Daytime Running ...... 2-50 Lock.Torque ...... 2-35 Lamps.Fog ...... 2-52 Long Trip. Before Leaving on a...... 4-22 Lmps. Front Map ...... 2-52 Loss of Control ...... 4-14 Lamps. Interior ...... 2-52 Low Maintenance Battery ...... 6-40 Lane Change Indicator ...... 2-41 Lubricants and Fluids ...... 6-73 Larger Children. Safety Belt Use...... 1-37 Lubrication.Body ...... 7-46 Latches. Front Seatback ...... 1-6 Leaving Your Vehicle ...... 2-4 Leaving Your Vehicle With theEngine Running ...... 2-35 Main Fuse Block ...... 6-66. 6-67 Lights MaintenanceRecord ...... 7-52 Air Bag Readiness ...... 1-21. 2-68 Maintenance Schedule Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ...... 2-70. 4-6 Owner Checks and Services ...... 7-45 . Brake System Warning ...... 2-69 Periodic Maintenance Inspections ...... 7-48 Check Gauges ...... 2-79 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...... 7-50 Coolant (V8 Engine Only) ...... 2-73 Schedule1 ...... 7-6 Low Traction ...... 2-72 Schedule I Definition ...... 7-4 Safety Belt Reminder ...... 1.8.2.68 ScheduleII ...... 7-32 Service Engine Soon ...... 2-74 Schedule 11 Definition ...... 7-5 Traction Control System Warning ...... 2.72. 4-9 Scheduled Maintenance Services ...... 7-3 LowCoolant ...... 2-73 Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts ...... 6-74 LowOil ...... 2-77 Maintenance. Underbody .....- ...... 6-63 Low Traction ...... 2-72 Maihtenance. When Trailer Towing...... 4-38 Lighter ...... 2-63 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) 2-74 Limited Slip Differential ...... 6-29 Manual Adjust Mirror ...... 2-53 Limited Slip Axle ...... 6-32 Manual Front Seat ...... 1-1 Loading Your Vehicle ...... 4-29 Manual Remote Control Mirror...... 2-53 Locks Manual Transmission Power Remote Control ...... 2-54 VisorVanity ...... 2-62 MTBE (In Fuel) ...... 6-3

Neutral (N) Position. Automatic Transmission ...... 2-24 Neutral (N) Position. Manual Transmission (Five Speed) 2-28 Neutral (N) Position. Manual Transmission (Six Speed). 2-29 New Vehicle “Break-In” ...... 2-14 Nightvision ...... 4-16

OBDIT 3.8L Engine ...... 2-74 Odometer ...... 2-66 Odometer, Trip ...... 2-67 Off -Road Recovery ...... 4-13 Oil Engine ...... 6-12 LightLow ...... 2-77 Pressure Gauge ...... 2-76 Ordering OwnerPublications ...... 8-7 Service and Owner’s Publications ...... 8-7 Service Bulletins ...... 8-7 ServiceManuals ...... 8-7 Overdrive Position, Automatic Transmission ...... 2-25 Overheated Engine ...... 5-16 Owner Checks and Services...... 7-45 Owner Publications, Ordering ...... 8-7

9-8 Paint Spotting. Chemical ...... 6-63 Power. Retained Accessory ...... 2-16 Park (P). Shifting Into ...... 2-34 Pregnancy. Use of Safety Belts ...... 1-25 Park (P). Shifting Out of ...... 2-36 Problems on the Road ...... 5-1 Park (P) Position. Automatic Transmission ...... 2-23 Publications. Service and Owner ...... 8-7 Parking Brake ...... 2-32 Lots ...... 2-12 Radiator ...... 5-23 . On Hills While Towing a Trailer ...... 4-38 Radiator Pressure Cap ...... 6-32 Over Things That Bum ...... 2-37 Radio Reception. Understanding ...... 3-13 Your Vehicle, Manual Transmission ...... 2-36 Radios ...... 3-5 ParkingBrake ...... 2-32 AMStereo ...... 3-14 AtNight ...... 2-12 FMStereo ...... 3-13 PASS-KeyII ...... 2-12 AME" Stereo with Cassette Tape or Compact Disc Passing ...... 4-13 Players ...... 3-5 Performance Mode Switch ...... 2-20 ToPlayaCD ...... 3-10 Periodic Maintenance Inspections ...... 7-48 Rain, Driving In ...... 4-17 Power Antenna Mast Care ...... 3-17 RearAxle ...... 6-29 PowerDoorLocks ...... 2-4 Rear Axle, Limited Slip ...... 2-32 Power Seat Rear Lamps, Replacement ...... 6-44 Adjusting ...... 1-2 Rear Seat Passengers ...... 1-26 Lumbar Controls ...... 1-3 Rear Seatback, Folding ...... 1-7 Power Seat, Six-Way ...... 1-2 Rear Sidemarker Lamps, Replacement ...... 6-45 Power Steering ...... 4- 11 Rear Towing Hookups ...... 5-13 Power Steering Fluid Rear Window Defogger ...... 3-4 AdQng ...... 6-35 Rearview Mirror, Inside Daymight ...... 2-53 Checking ...... 6-34 Reclining Front Seatbacks ...... 1-4 Power Windows ...... 2-39 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...... 7-50 Release, Hatch ...... 1 .. 2-9

9-9 Release. Remote Hatch ...... 2- 10 safety Belt Extender ...... 1-40 Remote Hatch Release...... 2- 10 Safety Belt Reminder Light...... 1-8 Remote Lock Control...... 2-5 Safety Belt Warning Light ...... 2-68 Remote Lock Control. Battery Replacement...... 2-8 SafetyBelts ...... 1-8 Remote Lock Control. Matching Transmitters ...... 2-6 Adults ...... 1. 13 Remote Lock Control. Operation...... 2-6 Careof ...... 6-59 Replacement Bulbs ...... 6-7 1 DriverPosition ...... l-13 Replacement Parts ...... 6-74 Extender ...... 1-40 Replacement.Wheel ...... 6-54 How to Wear Properly ...... 1-13 Replacing Safety Belts ...... 1-40 Incorrect Usage ...... 1-15, 1-39 Replacing Seat and Restraint System Parts Lap-Shoulder ...... l-13 After a Crash ...... 1-40 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 1-26 Restraints. Checking Your ...... 1-40 Questions People Ask ...... 1-12 Restraints. Child ...... 1-3 1 Rear Seat Passengers ...... 1-26 Restraints. Head ...... 1-6 Replacing After a Crash ...... 1-40 Restraints. Replacing Parts After a Crash ...... 1-40 Right Front Passenger Position...... 1-26 Retained Accessory Power ...... 2-16 Use by Children ...... 1-29 Reverse (R) Position Automatic Transmission ...... 2-24 Use by Larger Children ...... 1-37 Reverse (R) Position. Manual (Five Speed)...... 2-28 Use by Smaller Children and Babies ...... 1-29 Reverse (R) Position. Manual (Six Speed) ...... 2-29 Use During Pregnancy ...... 1-25 Right Front Passenger Position ...... 1-26 Why They Work ...... 1-9 Roadside Assistance ...... 8-6 Safety Chains ...... 4-35 Roadside Assistance. Canadian ...... 8-7 Safety Defects ...... 8-5 Rocking Your Vehicle ...... 5-44 Reporting to General Motors ...... 8-5 RoofPanelsT-Tops ...... 2-55 Reporting to the Canadian Government ...... 8-5 Rotation. Tire ...... 6-50 Reporting to the United States Government...... 8-4 Safety Warnings and Symbols andWarnings Safety ...... 111... Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac ...... 1-25 Scheduled Maintenance Services ...... 7-3 Sheet Metal Damage ...... 6-63 Seat. Fully Articulating Sport ...... 1-3 Shift Speeds. Manual Transmission ...... 2-31 Seat. Manual Four-Way ...... 1-2 Shifting Five Speed Manual Transmission ...... 2-27 Seat.Power ...... l-2 Shifting Into Park (P) ...... 2-34 Seats ...... ,...... l-1 Shifting Outof Park (P) ...... 2-36 Seats and Restraint Systems...... 1- 1 Shifting Six Speed Manual Transmission ...... 2-28 Seats and Seat Controls ...... 1- 1 Shifting. Automatic Transmission ...... 2-23 Seats, Manual Front Seat ...... 1- 1 Signaling Turns ...... 2-41 Seats, Reclining Front ...... 1-4 Six Speed Manual Transmission ...... 2-28 Seats, Securing a Child Restraint...... 1-33 Six-Way Power Seat ...... 1-2 Second Gear (2), Automatic Transmission ...... 2-25 Sixth Gear. Manual Transmission (Six Speed) ...... 2-29 Second Gear (2), Manual (Five Speed) ...... 2-29 Skidding ...... 4-14 Second Gear (2), Manual (Six Speed) ...... 2-29 Skip Shift Light ...... 2-30 Security Messages ...... Sound Equipment, Adding ...... 3-14 Second Gear Start ...... 2-21 Spare Tire, Compact ...... 5-42 Security System (PASS-Key 11) ...... 2-12 Speedometer ...... 2-66 Service ...... 6-1 Stains, Cleaning ...... 6-58 Service and Appearance Care ...... 6-1 Starter Switch ...... !: ... 7-46 Service and Owner Publications ...... 8-7 Starting Your Engine Service Bulletins, Ordering ...... 8-7 Automatic Transmission ...... 2-17 Service Engine Soon Light ...... 2-75 ManualTransmission ...... 2-17 Service Manuals, Ordering ...... 8-7 Steam, If Coming From Your Engine ...... 5-16 . Service Parts Identification Label ...... 6-65 Steering ...... 4-11 Service Publications ...... 8-7 Steering Column Lock ...... 7-46 Service Work, Doing Your Own ...... 6-2 Steering Wheel Touch Controls Audio System ...... 3-18

9-11 Steering Wheel. Tilt ...... 2-40 Tire Loading ...... 4-29 Steering. In Emergencies ...... 4- 12 Tires ...... 6-48 Steering. Power ...... 4-1 1 Alignment and Balance...... 6-54 Steering. Tips ...... 4-11 BuyingNew ...... 6-52 Storage. Of Your Vehicle ...... 6-40 Changing a Flat ...... 5-30 Stuck. IfYouAre ...... 5-43 Inflation ...... 6-49 Sun Visors ...... 2-62 Inspection and Rotation ...... 6-50 Sunshades. T-Top ...... 2-58 Spare, Compact ...... 5-42 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) ...... 1-19 Temperature ...... 6-53 Symbols. Vehicle ...... v Traction ...... 6-53 Treadwear ...... 6-53 Uniform Quality Grading ...... 6-53 T-~opSunshades ...... 2-58 Wear Indicators ...... 6-51 Tachometer ...... 2-67 Wheel Replacement ...... 6-54 Tamper Resistant Odometer ...... 2-67 When It’s Time for New ...... 6-51 TapePlayerCare ...... 3-15 To Lower Your Convertible Top ...... 2-80 Theft ...... 2-11 To Raise Your Convertible Top ...... 2-83 Theftlock Feature ...... 3- 12 To Start Your 5.7L Engine ...... 2-18 Thermostat ...... 6-32 To Start Your V-6 Engine ...... 2-17 Third Gear. Automatic Transmission ...... 2-25 TopStrap ..,...... l-32 Third Gear (3). Manual (Five Speed)...... 2-27 TorqueLock ...... 2-35 Third Gear (3). Manual (Six Speed) ...... 2-29 Torque, Wheel Nut ...... 5-40, 6-72 Tilt Steering Wheel ...... 2-40 Towing a Trailer ...... 4-31 Time. Setting the ...... 3-5 Towing Your Vehicle ...... 5-7 Tips About Your Audio System ...... 3-14 Front ...... 5-10 Tire Chains ...... 6-55 Rear ...... 5-13 Tire Inspection and Rotation ...... 6-50 Traction Control System Warning Light ...... 2.72. 4.9 Underbody Maintenance ...... 6-63 Trailer Tongue. Weight of ...... 4-33 Trailer ...... Brakes ...... 4-35 vehicle Damage Warnings ...... iv DrivingonGrades ...... 4-37 Vehicle Dimensions Chart ...... 6-74 Driving with a Trailer ...... 4-35 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...... 6-65 Hitches ...... 4-34 Vehicle Loading ...... 4-29 Maintenance ...... 4-38 VehicleStorage ...... 6-40 ParkingonHills ...... 4-38 Vehicle Symbols ...... v Safety Chains ...... 4-35 Vehicle. Control of a ...... 4-5 Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires ...... 4-34 Vehicle. Leaving Your ...... 2-4 TowingaTrailer ...... 4-31 Ventilation System. Flow-Through ...... 3-4 Turn Signals ...... 4-37 Ventilation Tips ...... 3-4 Weight of a Trailer ...... 4-33 Vision. Night ...... 4-16 Transmission Fluid, Automatic ...... 6-22 Visor Vanity Transmission Fluid, Manual ...... 6-27 Mirrors ...... 2-62 .. Q Trip Odometer ...... 2-67 Visors. Sun ...... 2-62 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator ...... 2-41 Voltmeter ...... 2-79 Turn Signal meadlamp Beam Lever ...... 2-41 3.. ' ' y ' .. ..ji' Turn Signal When Towing a Trailer...... 4-37 .u . .11 Twin Lift-off Roof Panels ...... 2-55 !

... 9-13 warning Devices ...... 5-2 Warning Flashers. Hazard ...... 5-1 Warning Lights. Gauges and Indicators ...... 2-67 Washing Your Vehicle ...... 6-61 Water. Driving Through Deep Standing ...... 2-20 7r.1 .. Weatherstrips ...... 6-60 1 !! Wheel Nut Torque ...... 5-40. 6-72 Wheel Replacement ...... 6-54 Wheel Replacement. Used ...... 6-55 Window. Express Down ...... 2-39 Windows ...... 2-39 Windows.Manual ...... 2-39 Windows.Power ...... 2-39 Windshield Washer Fluid ...... 2-44. 6-35 Windshield Washers ...... 2-44 Windshield Wiper. Blade Replacement ...... 6-46 Windshield Wiper. Circuit Breaker ...... 6-67 Windshield Wipers ...... 2-43 Winter. Driving in ...... 4-25 Wiring. Headlamp ...... 6-67 WreckerTowing ...... 5-7

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