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1. 1 8 4 3 6 5 7 2 97 Service amp Appearance Care Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Filter Tarte Apr AREE Since re aS All6ac rcr ERR 75 60 Engine Filter VIN Engine Code 8 RR y SEXE RON PF47 VIN Code Por I AV dX ICD3AWIY CE xe ERR ERR EE EN Fuel Filter Fae Ware ah EE A EEO Phra reper acres GF578 PCV Valve VIN Engine Code S CVTROC VIN Engine Code STU SOS TEMERE RUN SERE CV895C Radiator CU ET ELITS Cre RC24 Spark Plug VIN Engine Code Soi 2220 22 R43TSK 0 045 Gap VIN Engine Code P Merov reete A apo R45LTSP 0 050 Gap Thermostat Temperature Specification 180 F 82 C Wheel Nuts Wheel Nut Tote 1 1 ea 100 Ib ft 140 Nem all air conditioning refrigerants are the same If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant be sure the proper refrigerant is used If you re nat sure ask your Pontiac dealer Capacities Approximate The following approximate capacities are given in U S and metric conversions Air Conditioning See the refrigerant information label under the hood Automatic Transmission Reno oe eo ae
2. LOS 4968 mm Tis 19711 3 005 mm Well o saa Au oY Oo ee exi PENA 74 5 1 893 mm Height Firebird and Formula 2 essor Rn 22 5240 1321 mm Trans Am E ASA pe EAE ae 278 7 IMPORTANT Maintenance Schedule KEEP ENGINE OIL Section AT THE PROPER Introduction A Word about 280 LEVEL AND CHANGE AS Your Vehicle and the 280 RECOMMENDED How This Part Is 281 A Scheduled Maintenance 283 Using Your Maintenance Schedules iude woes Curie mm eve va Selecting the Schednie auo ru 283 T Schedule c Schedule OCT RUE FW toe E CRON Gs eer Ey 286 ne part covers the Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services 288 maintenance required for your B Owner Checks and Services 292 Pontiac Your vehicle needs these i At Each Fuel Fill pO EUN QM NOH HAC an a services to retain its safety At Least Once a 208 dependability and emission AbLew Twice a YOM lt control performance At Lest Once a Year arra 294 C P
3. 109 offered with your Pontiac sure VEDO Cuore ey rase E Ced aa sad e Mae ala 109 to read about the particular Defogging and Defrosting Windows 2 110 system supplied with your vehicle Ts Controls OCC ANNUO OC EC iie fe 10 poling a ETE EGENT RSEN I RR REC EUR d racio Rear Window Defogger eee T CE e CU Arp V 111 Flow Through Ventilation 5 112 Audio Systems OR THER Ig ee E OR se 112 ra d xai zn B QU zu 113 Stereo with Cassette Tape Player oii bins eae ee eee A 114 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Graphic Equalizer 252446 117 Stereo with Compact Disc Player and bsec eck 120 Understanding Radio Reception KADER A E 126 Care of Your Cassette Tape 2 126 Care of Your Compact Dises Fixed Mast ARAN ecc He RR ESRC REED REFER VIRA VAR AE US c2 127 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems 98 LOW iy HIGH i m Comfort Controls With this system you can control the heating and ventilation in your Pontiac If you have the air conditioning option you can also control cooling Your vehicle al
4. 1690090 3 28 or 08801 Hot recommended for pigskin suede leather See your General Motors Dealers for these products See your Maintenance Schedule far other products Vehicle Identification Number VIN This is the legal identifier for your Pontiac It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel on the driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code for your 1993 GM engine This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts in this section ZZ B Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label inside your glove box It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is Your VIN model designation Paint information e A list of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Add On Electrical Equipment NOTICE B Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems There are
5. Emission Control Service xr The 07 5 Environmental Protection Agency has determined thar the failure to perform this maintenance item will nat nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful life General Motors however urges thar all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and rhe maintenance be recorded in Section E Maintenance Record 2901 Maintenance Schedule Section B Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle safety dependability and emission control performance of make sure they are the proper ones as shown in Section D your vehicle At Each Fuel Fill i is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill CHECK MEER 8 OR SERVICE WHAT TO DO Engine Oil Level Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant M Check the engine coolant level in the coolant recovery tank and add the proper coolant mix if Level necessary See Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Check the windshield washer fluid level the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid
6. 259 Cleaner On 202 Rear Lights 248 Changing a Flat Tire 203 Glass cu RN T Rear 249 Check Gages Light ias DUO Problems Special AOT PRIN 263 Bulbs Halogen ees 245 Checking Things under the The Inside of Your Pontiac 261 Bulbs Replacement 274 Hood The Outside of the Windshield Checking Your Restraint System 43 and Wiper Blades 265 and Specifications 275 Chemical Paint Spotting 268 The Outside of Your Carbon Monoxide 76 Child Restraints 35 266 Care of Safety Belts 264 REB ORBE rere axes 37 The of the Instrument Cassette Tape Player AM FM Right Front Seat 38 PRINS os eons ener 264 Stereo and Graphic Top URP Ee S 36 Twin Lift Off Equalizer with 17 Where to Put the va i Roof Panels 265 Cassette Tape Player Children Safety Belts NE S Vinyl or Leather ees 264 AM FM Stereo with 114 Hec MCN 41 Clock Setting the 103 Cassette Tape Player Care Cigarette Lighter Close Out 94 OE YDUE 126 Circuit Breakers Fuses and 271 Clutch Hydraulic 235 Cassette Tape To Play a CI DUVIBE rrr LI 158 Color of Ro
7. If you are parking on a hill or if you re pulling a trailer also see Parking on Hills or Towing a Trailer in the Index sas Power Windows Option With power windows switches on the door contral each window when the ignition is on or when KAP is present See Retained Accessory Power in the Index The switch for the driver s window has an Express Down feature Quickly press and release the switch for the driver s window and the window will lower completely You can also open this window any amount by pressing the switch and releasing it when the window has lowered to the position you want m Horn To sound the horn press either horn symbol on your steering wheel m Tilt Wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can also raise it to the highest level 10 give your legs more room when you exil and enter the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place 77 Features amp Controls m The Turn Signal Headlight Beam Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlight High Low Beam and Passing Signal e Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control Option Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn
8. 182 aaa eot toa emen NT MEE P 183 Towing Vour eee Fade ees Engine Cverb ating po eos rete e htt eee thee eee ta emen 191 Ifa Tire Opes Flat 2 22 2 2222 2 22 47 7445 202 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ad muU RA iai E LE TO ON IE 181 Problems on the Road m Hazard Warning Flashers Press the button in to make your front and To turn off the flashers pull out on the Your hazard warning flashers let you rear turn signal lights flash an and aff collar warn others They also let police know Your hazard warning flashers work no When the hazard warning flashers are on you have a problem Your front and rear matter what position your key is in and your turn signals won t work turn signal lights will flash on and off even if the key isn t in Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up al the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle 182 Jump Starting If your battery has run down you m y want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your Pontiac But please follow the steps below to do it safely CAUTION 183 Problems on the Road To Jump Start Your Pontiac 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles 1 Check the other ve
9. 2 Push it back in all the way wait three 3 Check both sides of the dipstick HOT area for a hot check It doesn t take seconds and then pull it back out and read the lower level The fluid much fluid generally less than a pint again level must be in the COLD area for Don t overfill We recommend you use a cold check or in the HOT area or only fluid labeled DEXRON IIE cross hatched area for a hot check because fluids with that label are 4 If the fluid level is where it should be Made especially for your automatic push the dipstick back in all the way ransmission Damage caused by fluid other than is not covered How to Add Fluid by your new vehicle warranty Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to After adding fluid recheck the fluid determine what kind of transmission fluid level as described under How to to use See Recommended Fluids and Check Lubricants in the Index When the correct fluid level is If the fluid level is low add only enough obtained push the dipstick back in of the proper fluid to bring the level up all the way to the COLD area for a cold check or the 233 Service amp Appearance Care Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil is changed However the fluid in your manual transmission doesn t require changing How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may ch
10. 168 Spare Compact 212 332 Speakers Adjusting the AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Graphic Ce en AM FM Stereo with Compact Dise Player and Graphic Equalizer Specifications Capacities and Speedometer and Odometer 98 Sport Seat Fully Articulating 11 Standard 1 104 Starting Your Engine 58 Starting Jump 083 Steam Coming from Your Engine If There 192 Steam If There Is 192 voco xx exer Fluid Power ern 241 In 146 Pow aaa plu 144 er ADR s 144 Storage and Compartments Storage Compartments Storage Vehicle Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow If You re Sm VIS eo oie sarda gaude Sunshades T Top Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System Air Bags Switch Ignition Symbols on Road Signs Symbols Safety Warnings and Symbols Vehicle RO amp OR OR OR OR OX o d T on CENE CUR EM Tachometer ate tosis Tank Filling Your Control Knob Vas Theft Theft Deterrent Feature Delco Loc II How to Chan ge Your Security IE uu peer c ona dos Code Setting Your Security Shutting off
11. Features amp Controls NOTICE Retained Accessory Power RAP If you have power door locks your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power With RAP 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 to and neither door is opened If a door is opened the audio system and power windows will shut off The power door locks electric mirrors and remote hatch release work until you shut the door Once you have shut the door these accessories will continue to work for approximately 35 seconds After this time you will not be able to use these accessories until the next time you open a door or turn on the ignition m Starting Your Engine Automatic Transmission Move your shift lever to P Park or N Neutral Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use N Neutral only NOTICE Manual Transmission Shift your gear selector to neutral and hold the clutch pedal to the floor while starting the engine Your vehicle won t start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down that s a safety feature To start vour V6 engine 1 Don t push the accelerator pedal before starting your engine In some other vehicles vou might need to da this but because of your vehicle s computer systems you don t Tum
12. An electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan 2 194 If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down When it is cool remove the coolant recovery tank cap and look at the dipstick The coolant leve should be at or abowe FULL COLD If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Gel any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle NOTICE If there seems to be no leak check to see if the electric engine fan is running If the engine is overheating the fan should be running f it isn t your vehicle needs service How to Add Coolant te the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven t found problem vet but the coolant level isn t at or above FULL COLD add 50 50 mixture of clean water preferably distilled and a proper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mix CAUTION
13. Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes If You re Stuck in Deep 5now This manual explains how to get the vehicle out of deep snow without damaging it See Rocking Your Vehicle in the Index m Towing a Trailer CAUTION FIN 171 5 Your Driving and the Road NOTICE Your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability eee 72 and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That s the reason for this section In it are many time tested important trailering tips and safety rules Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer Load pulling components such as the engine transmission
14. ba dd Lad Kilos ESH is imame berry rk n Pe hppa closet mrt id tib ain AMAX With an AMAX certified receiver your Stereo with Compact radio pros s uality je Disc raph E comparable to PM stereo reduces oa ded and G 79 1 noise without reducing the high Equalizer the lower knob to choose radio frequencies you need for the best sound stations In addition to improved sound quality To Play the Radio AMAX includes more stations on the AM Press PWR to turn the system on or off Seek band You don t have to do anything to Press SEEK 4 or p and the radio will your Delco GM radio because is Volume tune to the nest lower or higher station automatic Turn the upper knob to adjust the volume and stay there AM EM Press the lower knob to get Press the upper knob to silence the sound FM Press it again to bring back the sound 5 120 Pushbuttons The five pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations To set the pushbuttons for up to 15 stations 5 5 and 5 2 just 1 Press the lower knob to choose AM FMI or FM2 2 Tune in the station 3 Press SET 4 Within five seconds press one of the five pushbuttons Whenever you press that button the preset station will return Repeat these steps for each pushbutton Steering Wheel Controls Your vehicle has steer
15. whichever comes first Change the filter at the first change and at every other oil change after that Engine Block Heater An engine hlock heater can be a big help if you have to park outside in very cold weather F 18 C or colder If your vehicle has this option see Engine Block Heater in the Index 227 Service amp Appearance Care Air Cleaner X L 132 Code Si What to Do with Used Used oil can be a real threat to the Refer to rhe Maintenance Schedule to CAUTION TING dit have ca environment If you change your own oil determine when to replace the air filter be sure to drain all free flowing oil from See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the filter before disposal Don t ever the Index dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or inte streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing af your used oil ask your dealer service station or local recycling center for help 228 LII imie NOTICE If the air cleaner is off a backfire cause a damaging engine fire Air Filter Replacement CAUTION IN Operating the engine with the air cleaner off can cause you or others ta be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame To remove the air filter 1 Remove the two plastic pins by
16. 161 Coolant Temperature Gage 103 Ifa Tire Goes 202 At MIQUE ires rre 151 rig it MEDI ED 75 Floor Mats 144 M rera e Identification 270 Fluid Automatic Transmission woe 2 Delensive 134 224 Fluid Manual Transmission s 234 aoe 135 Oil Pressure Fluid Power Steering 241 PEWS C I cover east 159 Overheating 191 Fluid Windshield Washer a In Fog Mist and Haze 136 Starting Your 2 Fluids and Lubricants In the Rain 154 Entering the Freeway 45 160 Recommended 299 ao Lea eee crecen mn 144 Environment Your Vehicle FM Stereo eee cece eee 126 On Grades with a Trailer 1915555 177 280 Fog Lights 87 Snoworlee 168 Exhaust Engine 75 Fog Mist and Haze Through Deep Standing Water 62 Extender Safety Belt 43 Driving peewee MEE ao ree ra oe ear 168 Fog Tips on Driving in casar LO With Trailer 176 Drunken Driving 135 328 Following Distance with Trailer T Foreign Countries Fuels in in Foreign Material Paint Damage Freeway Driving on the Entering the Leaving the ues Front Ashtray Wie aa
17. 5 Close the bleed valves 3 After the engine cools open the air bleed valves on the heater return hose and water pump inlet 200 6 Continue to fill the radiator up to the 7 Rinse or wipe the spilled coolant from 8 Start the engine and allow it to run in hase of the filler neck the engine and compartment idle for approximately four minutes By this time the coolant level inside the radiator will be lower Add more of the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 201 Problems on the Road HT Jfa Tire Goes Flat 9 Shut the engine off and replace the 10 Then fill the coolant recovery tank It s unusual for a tire to blow out while pressure cap He sure the arrows on to the proper level you re driving especially if you maintain the line Our tires erly If ai s Qut af ihe cap line up like this For a complete drain flush and refill see YOU ires property If air goes out of a lire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do your Pontiac dealer or a Pontiac Firebird Service Manual To purchase a service manual see Service Publications in the Index If a front tire fails the flat tire will create drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firml
18. And dirt can easily get into your pulling them straight up engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner in place when you re driving if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t drive with il off and be careful working the engine with the air cleaner off 229 Service amp Appearance Care 2 Disconnect the plastic clamp on the 3 Pull the air cleaner straight up 4 Open the air cleaner and remove the duct Pull apart the connection Unclamp the metal clips filter 230 Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change your fluid See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a little NOTICE Wail at least 30 minutes before checking difficult you may choose to have this m the transmission fluid level if vou hav done at a Pontiac dealership Service TEAM been driving Department E When outside temperatures are above If you do it yourself be sure to follow all 90 F 32 the instructions here or you could get false reading on the dipstick At high speed for quite a while Inheavy traffic especially in hot weather e While pulling a trailer To get the right
19. clear of objects This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle 22112 NOTICE CAUTION Setting the Clock s 1 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape ur hew Plaver 1 Press SET 2 Within five seconds press and hold SEEK F until the correct hour appears 3 Press and hold SEEK until the correct minute appears 11 3 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape or Compact Disc Player and Graphic Equalizer 1 Press SET 2 Within five seconds press and hold SEEK until the correct hour appears Press and hold SEEK p until the correct minute appears wee 114 VOL BAL TREBLE TURN PROG ACL TUNE s FADE BASS Stereo with Cassette Tape Player To Play the Radio Turn the upper knob to turn the system on or off Volume Turn the upper knob to adjust the volume Press the lower knob to get AM or FM The lighted display shows your selection AUTO REVERSE STOP EJECT Tune Turn the lower knob to choose radio stations Recall Press the upper knob to recall the station being played ar the clack display Seek Press SEEK Y or and the radio will tune to the next lower or higher station and stay there 5can The scan function uses the same twa buttons as the seek function To go to the next higher station and stay there for a few seconds press and hold SEEK and then press SEEK for an ins
20. gt 108 To Get iss y 84 States Government 312 LAUNE cca sse rente erre mes To Increase Speed While Defensive Driving Features and 45 Using SARI 83 Defogger Rear Window Heus os cakes eee eae es 108 To Reduce Speed While Defogging and Defrosting Main Light 85 Using 110 Seats and Seil DU To Resume Set Speed E 82 Delco Loc Deterrent Uriel Lui bed re rar 82 brain viet enc tae 123 Using on Hills 84 Index Disc Brake Wear Indicators 143 Mirror Control 89 Fan Control Knob 108 Doing Your Own Service Work 216 Electrical Center Underhood 273 Features and Controls 45 Deor Lacks ad ea le 48 Electrical Equipment Add On 270 Filling Your Tank 220 Door Locks Power 49 Emergencies Braking in 144 Finish Care Paint 266 Doors Headlight MINE 86 Emergencies Steering in 146 Finish Damage Paint 268 Downhill Parking 166 Engine Fixed Mast Antenna 027 Driver Position Safety Belt 21 Block Heater 62 Flashers Hazard Warning 182 Driving COOH au nie ieee 237 Flat Tire Changing a 203 Long Distance
21. 195 NOTICE CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine 196 Problems on the Road When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above FULL COLD start your vehicle If the overheal warning continues there s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mix directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before vou do i CAUTION N Steam and scalding liquids From a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wail for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 3 4L L3 Code 5 Engine 1 You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose no longer hol Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left until it First stops Don t press down while turning the pressure If you hear hiss wait Tor that to stop hiss means there is still some pressure lelt 2 Then keep turning the pressure but now push d
22. 1993 PONTIAC SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Service Pubtications Order Form in this book and mailing it with your check money order or credit card information to Heim Incorporated address listed below CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1993 PONTIAC FIREBIRD PRODUCT SERVICE PUBLICATIONS Product Service Publications PSP s are bulletins letters and articles published for trained dealer service personnel Sea Service Publica tions listed previously in this section A cumulative index is published quarterly during the current model year The indexes list all PSP s published by Pontiac in the model year PSP Index and Summaries Year Farm Number Price 1982 PSPI 92 P _ Free 1889 5 1 91 2 Free 1390 PSP1 90 P Free NOTE Farm Numbers for individual Product Service Publications may be found in tha PSF Index Prices are 4 00 for tha first PSP and 2 00 far each additional PSP on the same order PSP Bound Bulletin Book Complete Year Bulletins Year Description Form Humber Price 1991 ANPSP s Se 5 91 4 15 00 1980 _ 8 amp 80 PSP 4 1800 For subscription information call Halm Incorporated CURRENT amp PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publications are available for current and past model Pontiac vehicles To request an order form please specily year
23. 2 Press SEEK p and p and hold until the first digit of your code appears Release the button 3 4 3 B 7 Turn the lower knob until the second and third digits appear Press the lower knob 000 will appear on the display Press SEEK or p and hold until the fourth digit of your code appears Release the button Turn the lower knob until the fifth and sixth digits of your code appear Press the lower knob SEC will appear and the unit will work If LOC shows the numbers did nol match and the unit is still locked How to Change Your Security Code You can change your security code by following these steps 1 Using your old code follow the directions given under Shutting the Theft Deterrent Feature 2 Repeat directions for Setting Your Security Code with your new security cade 125 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems Understanding Radio Reception _ FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound But FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km And tall buildings or hills can interfere with EM signals causing the sound to come and ga AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up naise from things like storms and power lines Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it 126 AM Ste
24. PONTIAC 1993 PONTIAC Firebird OWNER S MANUAL Firebird Introduction Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5 Part 6 Part 7 Part 8 Part 9 Printed in U S A 1993 Owner s Manual Table of Contents How to Use This Manual 3 Seats amp Safety Belts 9 Features amp Controls 45 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems 107 Your Driving and the Road 129 Problems on the Road 181 Service amp Appearance Care 215 Maintenance Schedule 279 Customer Assistance Information 307 Including Reporting Safety Defects on page 312 lU APERET TTA SR ETT DIEN 323 Service Station Information Last Page Part No 10193572 B Second Printing Please keep this manual in your Pontiac so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed We reserve the right to make changes 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 Division whenever it appears in this manual For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propri taires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce guide en francais chez votre concession
25. the Index CAUTION This light will also come on when you set your parking brake doesn t release fully N If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem I the light comes on while driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice rhat the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle in 101 Features amp Controls Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With anti lock this light will go on when you start your engine and it will stay on for three seconds If the light doesn t come on have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem 102 If the light stays on or comes on when vou re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the key ofT Then start the engine to reset the system If the light still stays on or comes on again while you re driving your Pontiac needs service Unless the regular brake system warning light is also on you will still have brakes not anti lock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on see Brake System Warning Light earlier in this part When your anti lack system is working the message LOW TRAC will appear on your instrument cluster This means that slippery road conditions may exist Adjust your drivi
26. 50 50 mixture of water preferably distilled and good quality ethylene glycol base antifreeze GM Part No 1052753 conforming to GM Specification 1825M or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825 Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid GM Part No 1052535 or equivalent DOT 3 Brake Fluid Engine Coolant Hydraulic Brake System Hydraulic Clutch Hydraulic Clutch Fluid GM Part No 12345347 or equivalent System Power Steering System GM Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid GM Part No 1052884 or equivalent DEXRON IIE Automatic Transmission Fluid GM Part No 12345881 Automatic Transmission DEXRON IIE Automatic Transmission Fluid GM Part No 12345881 Maintenance Schedule Section D Recommended Fluids amp Lubricants Cont Key Lock Cylinders Lubricate with Multi Purpose Lubricant GM Part No 12345120 or synthetic SAE 5W 30 engine oil or silicone lubricant GM Part No 1052276 or 1052277 Automatic Transmission Engine Oil Shift Linkage _ Clutch Linkage Pivot Engine Oil Points g Floor Shift Linkage Engine Oil p Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB GM Part 1032497 or equivalent Windshield Washer GM Optikleen Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Solvent Windshield amp Wiper Blades Clean with Bon Ami Powder GM Part No 1050
27. Identification Number VIN General Motors of Canada Ltd International Export Sales P O Box 828 Oshawa Ontario LIH 7NI Canada The cap is behind a hinged door on the left side of your vehicle Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the U S or Canada unleaded fuel may be hard to find Do not use leaded gasoline If you use even one tankful your emission controls won t work well or at all With continuous use spark plugs can get fouled the exhaust system can corroade and your engine oil can deteriorate quickly Your vehicle s oxygen sensor will be damaged of that means costly repairs that wouldn t be covered by your warranty 220 Checking Things under To take off the turn it slowly te the When you put ihe back on turn it to the Hood left counterclockwise the right until you hear a clicking noise Hood Release CAUTION NOTICE To open the hood first pull the handle N yOu g inside the vehicle z 221 Service amp Appearance Care Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the hood release Lift the hood CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan When vou open the hood you ll see B 1 Battery T 2 Engine Coolant Reservoir B J Engine Oil Dips
28. ToU rose cr EnA erre EA CUIU Tires a a es eae NEA T E A E Ne AIEN 251 REATUS A E Saree 260 Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials REN ee 269 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 270 Service Parts Identification Label 270 Add On Electrical Equipment lt 270 and Circuit Breakers 271 Repisceuent Bul eo tele 274 Capacities and gt gt 215 248 Service amp Appearance Care B Service Your Pontiac dealer knows your vehicle Doing Your Own Service Work CAUTION best and wants vou to be happy with it If you want to do some of your own We hope you ll go to your dealer for all service work you ll want to get the proper Pontiac Service Manual It tells you much more about how 10 service your Pontiac than this manual can To order the We hope you ll want to keep your GM proper service manual see Service vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts Publications in the Index one of these marks You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record in the Index your service needs You ll get genuine GM parts a
29. With steering wheel controls you can use the buttons on your steering wheel to Turn the audio system on or olf Adjust the volume Choose AM or FMZ Use the seek and recall functions Choose one of the preset stations on your pushbuttons Setting the Tone Use the levers to set the hass midrange and treble until you get the sound you want The 60 and 250 levers adjust the bass IK is midrange and 3 5K and 10K control the treble We suggest setting the lever in the middle position and then moving the other levers up or down until you get the amount of bass and treble you like Adjusting the Speakers Balance Turn the balance control behind the upper knob to move the sound between the right and left speakers Fade Turn the fade control behind the lower knob to move the sound between the front and rear speakers To Play a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built ta work best with tapes that are 30 ta 45 minutes long on each side Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player The longer side with the tape visible goes in first If you hear nothing or hear just garbled sound it may not be in squarely Press EJECT to remove the tape and start over Once the tape is playing use the upper and lower knobs for volume and balance just as you do for radio The arrows show which side of the tape is playing Forward Press FWD to rapidly advance to another part of
30. air bag fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index 3 Disconnect the yellow connector at the base of the steering column After you follow this procedure for the driver s air bag then disconnect the 20 2 Disconnect the small yellow connector below the glove box When the work is complete if the air bag system was disconnected be sure to reattach everything and replace the fuse before turning the ignition When you turn the ignition key on be sure you see the air bag readiness light on the instrument panel If you don t see this light flash and then go out as usual have your air bag system repaired are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear lap shoulder belt and the lap portion shauld be worn as low as possible throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it s more likely that the fetus won t be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Passenger Positions Right Front Passenger Position Rear Seat Passengers 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the The right front passenger s safety belt It s very important for rear seat belt you Don t let it get works the same way as the driver s safety passengers to buckle up Accident twisted belt See Driver Position
31. always be sure to shift inta P Park properly before you leave the driver s seat To find out how see Shifting into P Park in the Index When you are ready to drive move the shift lever out of P Park BEFORE you release the parking brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of P Park 167 Your Driving and the Road J Mu Winter Driving Here some tips for winter driving Have your Pontiac in good shape for winter Be sure your engine coolant mix 15 Correct Snow tires can help in loose snow bul they may give you less traction on ice than regular tires If you do not expect to be driving in deep snow but may have io travel over ice you may not want to switch to snow tires at all 4168 amp You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle Include ice scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing small shovel a flashlight cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Mos
32. earlier in this statistics show that unbelted people in the 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle part rear seat are hun more often in crashes until it clicks than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts The rear seats have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 31 Seats amp Safety Belts If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle faces upward or outward so you would be able to unbuckle ii quickly if you ever had to To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part The lap part of the helt should be 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 be less 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 locks if there s a sudden stop or a cra
33. fixed or goes away 272 Main Fuse Block 1 Air Bag SIR Components 15 Amp 2 Backup Lights Daytime Running Lights Module Canada Turn Flasher 20 Amp 3 HVAC Selector Switch Heater Air Conditioner Rear Defogger 25 Amp 4 Engine Control Module Instrument Cluster PASS Key NS Decoder Module 10 Amp 5 Engine Control Module PASS Key Decoder Module Fuel Pump Relay 15 Amp 6 Brake Light Cruise Release Switch Hazard Flasher 20 Amp 7 Power Door Locks Power Mirrors Hatch Release 15 Amp 8 Amplifier Audio Alarm Module Courtesy Lights Console Compartment Glove Box Dome Remote Lock Control Rearview Mirror and Radio 15 Amp 9 Audio Alarm Module Daytime Running Lights Module Canada Diagnostic Energy Reserve Module Instrument Cluster Remote Lock Control Module 10 Amp 10 Exterior Lighting 20 Amp 11 Cigarette Lighter Horn Relay 25 Amp 12 Power Seats Rear Defogger 35 Amp Circuit Breaker 13 Brightness Control 5 Amp 14 Windshield Wiper Washer 25 Amp 15 Power Windows 35 Amp Circuit Breaker 16 Diagnostic Energy Reserve Module 3 Amp 37 Radio Steering Wheel Controls 15 i Underhood Electrical Center Fuses 1 Electronic Brake Control Module 5 Amp 2 Fog Lamps 20 Amp 3 Headlight Doors Module 15 Amp 4 Headlight Doors Module 15 Amp
34. grade or regular unleaded gasolines but your vehicle may not accelerate as well The gasoline you use should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the U S and CGSB 3 5 92 in Canada These fuels should have the proper additives so you should not have to add anything to the fuel In the U S and Canada it s easy to be sure you get the right kind of gasoline unleaded You ll see UNLEADED right on the pump And only unleaded nozzles will fit into your vehicle s filler neck 218 Be sure the posted octane for premium is at least 91 at least 89 for middle grade and 87 for regular If the octane is less than 87 vou may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If its bad enough it can damage your engine If you re using fuel rated at 91 octane or higher and you still hear heavy knocking your engine needs service But don t worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you re accelerating or driving up a hill Thats normal and you don t have to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid of pinging It s the heavy constant knock that means you have a problem Engines What about gasoline with blending materials that contain oxygen such as MTBE or alcohol MTBE is methyl tertiary butyl ether Fuel that is no more than 15 MTBE is fine for your vehicle Ethanol is ethyl or grain alcohol Properly blended fuel that is no more than 10 ethanol is fine for your vehicle Methanol is methyl or wood alcohol NOTIC
35. i inistrati Washington D C 205 Highway Traffic Safety Administration ashington D C 20590 This program may not be available in sieges on aime NHTSA in addition to notifying You can also obtain other information anadian owners refer to your General Motors about motor vehicle safety from the warranty booklet un Hotline If NHTSA receives similar complaints open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors Some states may require that you file a claim with BBB AUTO LINE before resorting to state operated procedures including court 312 Reporting Safety Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Defects to General In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or Government Motors 1 800 263 7854 French Or write If you live in Canada and you believe In addition to notifying NHTSA or General Motors of Canada Limited that your vehicle has a safety defect you should immediately notify Transport Canada in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited You may write to Transport Canada Box 880 Ottawa Ontario K 1G 372 Transpart Canada in situation like this Customer Assistance Center we certainly hope you ll notify us Please 1908 Colonel Sam Drive
36. it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do is job either In crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly 13 Seats amp Safety Belts Head Restraints Slide the head restraints up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the tap of your ears This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash If you have the fully articulating spart seat you have six way head restraint t can be adjusted up and down forward and rearward or s 14 Front Seatback Latches The front seatbacks fold forward to let people get into the back seat To fold a sealback forward push the seatback toward the rear as you lift this latch Then the seatback will fold forward When you return the seatback to its original position make sure the seatback is locked The latch must be down for the seat to work properly CAUTION Foldi m Safety Belts They re Folding Rear Seatback Safety Belts They re CAUTION The rear seatback in your Pontiac folds for Everyone down to provide more storage space This part of the manual tells you how to AN To fold th
37. olo e sion ee es 88 Low 106 Low Oll sae enn 106 Main Control 85 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 104 Operation of 85 Safety Belt Reminder 20 Service Engine Soon 104 Traffic rea pA d a Roa 132 Lights On Reminder 86 Limited Slip Rear Axle 71 Loading Your Vehicle 250 Lacks Door cuve mar Power 49 Remote Control 49 Long Distance Driving a 161 Loss of Control 149 Low Coolant Light 106 Low Oil Light 106 Main Light Control sree 85 Maintenance Inspections Periodic 297 Materials Appearance Care and Lors acad oce N ew Vehicle Break In Services Scheduled 283 2 Yew Vehicle Break In 56 When Trailer Towing 179 Might Making Tums With a Trailer 177 Drian 151 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 104 Driving SMEs Few Manual More Us 153 Front Seat ia a sta aloe a ia 10 s READ A ar a ii 152 Remote Control Mirror RY Transmission Five Speed 67 Specdometer and 98 Transmission Six 5peed 68 99 Transmission 134 Of
38. 253 CAUTION When It s Time for New Tires The tire has a bump bulge or split N or d it One way to tell when it s time for new The tire has puncture cut or other ud PUER tires is to check the treadwear indicators damage that can t be repaired well which will appear when your tires have because of the size or location of the only 2 32 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread damage ME Buying New Tires Us Ter REDE YE MESA x find what kind and size of tires you You can see the indicators at three need look at the Tire Loading places around the tire Information lahel You can see cord or fabric showing The tires installed on your vehicle when it through the tire s rubber was new had a Tire Performance Criteria e The tread or sidewall is cracked cut Specification TPC Spec number on each or snagged deep enough to show cord tire s sidewall When you new tires or fabric get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed t ss 254 give proper endurance handling speed rating traction ride and ather things during normal service on your vehicle If your tires have an all season tread design the TPC number will be followed hy a MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the sume size load range speed rating and construction type b
39. 5 Anti Lock Brake System 5 Amp 6 Coolant Fan Relays EVAP Canister Purge Solenoid Exhaust Gas Recirculation Reverse Lockout Solenoid 10 Amp 7 Air Injection Pump Assembly Air Pump Relay 20 Amp B Not Used 9 Fuel Injectors 7 5 Amp 10 Fuel Injectors 7 5 Amp 11 VIN Engine Code Camshaft Position Sensor Crankshaft Position Sensor Electronic Ignition Module 10 Amp VIN Engine Code P Ignition Coil Ignition Coil Driver 10 Amp 12 Air Conditioning Compressor Relay Cruise Control Switches and Module Low Coolant Relay 20 Amp Relays B Air Conditioning Compressor C Anti Lock Brake System D Primary Coolant Fan Driver Side E Air Pump F Secondary Coolant Fan Passenger Side G Low Coolant H Fog Lamps J High Blower 273 Service amp Appearance Care m Replacement Bulbs CNN TT TIT ENT TURY VIT SOT OD ea ers RUE S EEG 194 Automatic Transmission 73 TU ET TIT TEITS ra ao es CERERI dure dites vies Us RR se RR Are 161 Fog Deemer ney eran EM DUE rake cols toe icis edo pe 885 Front Parking and Turn Signal KORR n 2397 Glove BOK gt sis ocala AUS I
40. 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the Cruise Control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills To Get Qut of Cruise Control How well your Cruise Control will work There are several ways to tum off the on hills depends upon your speed load Cruise Control and the steepness of the hills When going 4 Step lightly on the brake pedal or push up steep hills you may have to step on the clutch pedal if you have a manual the accelerator pedal to maintain your transmission OR speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applving the brake takes you aut of Cruise Control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use Cruise Control on steep hills 2 Move the Cruise switch to OFF To Erase 5peed Memory When you turn off the Cruise Control or the ignition your Cruise Control set speed memory is erased Operation of Lights Although your vehicle s lighting system headlights parking lights fog lamps side marker lights and taillights meet all applicable federal lighting requirements certain states and provinces may apply their own lighting regulations that may require special attention before you operate these lights For example some jurisdictions may require that
41. BELT EVEN WITH AIR BAG AND HERE S WHY Airbags ate rot designed r3 inflate in epliovers of in rear sde orlow apeed frontal crashes Air Bags inflate wih crest taster than the blink ofan aya IT youre too loge inflating lt na3 injure you Saltety beds help keep you in position 10 a hag ina eraan An inating an can small hildren Fallow instructions on dne passenger tat va label REGULAR MAINTENANCE OF THE AIR BAG S YSTEM I8 NOT REQUIRED ihe air bag readiness light comes da while you are driving or goes come on when yow lst start your vehicle see cealer for service RESA 598 Owner s Manual ar mare information p Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System Air Bags Here s the most important thing to know This section explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint SIR or air bag CAUTION system Your Pontiac has an air bag for E i i i both the driver and the right front pis lens Passenger you re in a crash your injuries may be much worse Air bags are not designed to inflate in rollovers or in rear side or low speed frontal crashes You need to wear your safety belt to reduce the chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Always wear your safety belt even with an air bag CAUTION Air bags inflate with great force faster than the blink of a
42. Lever 12 Cupholder 13 Storage Console and Cassette Tape Compact Disc Starage as equipped 14 Ashtray Manual Transmission 15 Shift Lever 16 Ashtray Automatic Transmission 17 Rear Window Defogger Switch 18 Steering Wheel Controls 18 Remote Hatch Release OF Features amp Controls Instrument Panel and Cluster Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel vou have left and many other things you ll need to know ta drive safely and economically 98 Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour mph and kilometers per hour km h Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven in either miles used in the LS or kilometers used in Canada Your Pontiac s odometer 1s lamper resistant you can see silver lines between the numbers probably someone has tried to turn it back The numbers may not be true FUEL ONLY o 00 J US shown Canada similar You may wonder what happens if your Pontiac needs a new odometer installed If possible the new one has to be set to the same reading the old one had If it can t be then it s set at zero but a label on the drivers door must show the old reading and when the new one was installed Warning Lights Gages Trip Odometer Tachometer and Indicators The
43. Maintenance Schedule Section E Maintenance Record Cont 8 Customer Assistance Information you will find out how to Customer Satisfaction Procedure 2 222 2 308 contact Pontiac if you need GM Participation in Better Business Bureau assistance This part also tells vo Mediation Arbritration Program 310 how An obtain sido publications Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 312 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 313 and how to report any safety Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 313 defects Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program Van usce PE puse 314 c nntdq s uoo Me 315 307 Customer Assistance Information m Customer Satisfaction Procedure at that level If the matter has already Virgin Islands call 1 809 763 1315 In been reviewed with the Sales Service or all other overseas locations contact GM Your satisfaction and goodwill are Parts Manager contact the owner of the International Export Sales Canada by important to your dealer and Pontiac Normally any concerns with the sales dealership or the General Manager calling 1 416 644 4112 transaction or the operation of your STEP TWO If after contacting a For prompt assistance please have the vehicle will
44. Mirrors Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror An inside rearview mirror is attached to your windshield The mirror has pivots so that you can adjust it up and down or side to side You can adjust the mirror for day or night driving Pull the tah for night driving to reduce glare Push the tab for daytime driving Manual Adjust Mirror Adjust the passenger side outside mirror by hand so that you can just see the side of your vehicle when vou are sitting in a comfortable driving position Convex Outside Mirror Your right side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAUTION Manual Remote Control Mirror Adjust the driver side outside mirror with lever on the door Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in comfortable driving position Electric Mirror Control Option The electric mirror control is on the driver s door To adjust either mirror move the center switch to LEFT or RIGHT Then use the touch pads to adjust the mirror The control only works when the ignition switch is in Run or Acc or when RAP is present See Accessory Power in the Index Features amp Controls Twin Lift Off Roof Panels OPTION The door key unlocks the panels Turn the Then pull on the release handle to unlatch key to the left unlock the panel the panel Lift the ou
45. Other 182 Hazard Flashers eo 182 Lights Gages and Indicators 2x3 e Safety 2 Vehicle Damage Washer Fluid Windshield ated uu 242 Washer Windshield rear HU Washing Your Vehicle Ee aras Weatherstrips vx ex exce v CER Weight of the Trailer 173 Weight of the Trailer Tongue 174 Weight Total on Your Vehicle s THEE A WEE Wk nux wy e onn 76 Winter Driving ene 168 Wheel Nut Torque 276 Defogging and Defrosting 110 Wipers Windshield uu Wheels 76 Alignment and Tire Balance 257 DONE IV opas XX race eo 308 77 Yu Driving and the Road 129 Aluminum x Fas 267 Rear Defogger HH Your Own Signals 33 Replacement 258 Windshield iti ee Oe 77 And Wiper Blades Used Replacement 259 Cleaning the Outside of the 265 Where to Put the Restraint b TRECE TO OE 80 Children and Safety Belts 35 Washer Fluid 242 Why Safety Belts Work 16 79 Service Station Information Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir Hood Helease See Page 242 See Page 221 Battery Engine Oil Dipstick and Fill Cap The Delco Freedom battery needs no water 3 4L L32 Code Engine See Page 245 See Page 224 Cooling System Reservoir C
46. S which can assist you can also be found in the warranty booklet When contacting Pontiac please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the dealership using the dealership s facilities equipment and personnel That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have COncerri Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired TDD To assist owners who have hearing difficulties Pontiac has installed special TDD Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf equipment at its Customer Assistance Center Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or conventional teletypewriter can communicate with Pontiac hy dialing 1 800 TDD PONT TDD users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830 Customer Assistance Information m GM Participation in Better Business Bureau Mediation Arbitration Program General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or to discontinue its participation in this program Our experience has shown that the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this part has been very successful in achieving customer satisfaction However if you have not been substantially satisfied Pontiac wants you to be aware of GM s voluntary participation in a no charge eee 310 mediation arbitration program called at any time by contacting your local AUTO LINE This program is Better Business Bureau BBB at the administe
47. To remove the jack and wheel wrench speaker wire should be long enough to loosen and remove the bolt and remove remove the trim panel without the plastic cover disconnecting the wire The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire The equipment you ll need is in the rear area Find the plastic screw heads in the trim panel over the spare tire Use a coin or a key to turn the screw heads until the slots point front and back Lift the trim panel and move it out of the way se 2 204 Remove the wing nut and adapter and Start with the jack and wheel wrench The jack has a bolt at the end Attach the pull out the spare B wheel wrench to the jack boit Turn the wheel wrench to the right to raise the lift head little 205 Problems on the Road Then pry off the center cap with the If your vehicle has optional alloy wheels wheel wrench each wheel may have one locknut in place of the standard wheel nut A special wheel lock key removal tool and instructions are located in the center console Attach the wheel lock key to the socket of the wheel wrench Remove the locking wheel nut hy tuming counterclockwise If your vehicle has a bolt on center cap loosen the plastic caps using the wheel wrench 208 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the Position the jack under the vehicle There Stay away from the moldings or fender wheel nuts Don t remove them yet isa notch i
48. When you park your Pontiac and open the driver s door you ll hear a tone reminding vou to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your steering wheel will be locked and so will your ignition If you have an automatic transmission taking your key oul also locks your transmission And remember to lack the doors 53 Features amp Controls Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area or take them with you Parking Lots If you park in lot where someone will be watching your vehicle it s best to lock it up and take your keys But what if you have to leave your ignition key What if you have to leave something valuahle in your vehicle Put your valuables in a storage area like your glove box Lock the glove box Lock all the doors except the driver s Then take the door key with you 54 m PASS Key II Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS Key Personalized Automotive Security System theft deterrent system PASS Key II is a passive theft deterrent system This means you don t have ta do anything different to arm or disarm the system It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition PASS Key II uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that matches a decoder in your vehicle When the 85 system sense
49. You are driving on a very rough road The temperature is too hot or too cold 122 Kecall Press RCL to sce what track is playing Press it again within five seconds to see how long it has been playing The track number also appears when the disc is inserted To Play the Next Selection Press NEXT to hear the next track now instead of waiting until the present track is finished If you press and hold this button or press it more than once the disc will advance further To Replay the Current Selection Press PREY to hear a track again If you press and hold this button or press it more than once the disc will return to previous tracks Reverse Press and hold REV to rapidly return to favorite passage Release it to play the passage Fast Forward Press and hold FWD to quickly advance within a track Release it to resume playing Compression Press COMP to make loud and soft passages more nearly equal in volume Random Press RDM to hear a random selection of tracks To Stop the Disc Player Tum the power off or turn the ignition key off The disc stays in the player and will resume plaving at the paint where it stopped e Press ST PL to stop playing the disc and switch to radio Press ST PL to restart the disc at the point where it stopped Press EJCT to eject the disc and the radio will play The disc will start playing at track when you reinsert it Theft Deterrent Feature D
50. advisors will explain any payment obligations you might incur Pontiac reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when in Pontiac s judgment the claims become obsessive in frequency or type of occurrence For prompt and efficient assistance when calling please provide the following information to the advisor Location of vehicle Telephone number of your location Vehicle model vear and color Mileage of vehicle Vehicle identification number License plate number While we hope that you never have the occasion to use our service it is added security while traveling for you and your family Remember we re only a phone call away Pontiac Roadside Assistance 800 ROADSIDE 1 800 762 3743 In Canada call 1 800 268 6800 for details on Roadside Assistance B Service Publications Information on how to obtain Product Service Publications and Indexes as described below is applicable only in the fifty U S states and the District of Columbia and only for cars and light trucks with GVWR less than 10 000 pounds 4 536 kg In Canada information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins and Indexes can be obtained by writing to General Motors of Canada Limited Service Publications Department 1908 Colonel Sam Dr Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 315 Customer Assistance Information Pontiac regularly sends its dealers useful service bulletins about Pontiac products Pon
51. are replacing the bulb 2 Pull the carpet back 248 Pull the assembly off from the outside Rear Sidemarker To remove a socket with a tab To replace a rear sidemarker bulb press the tab and turn the socket 1 Remove the screw from the counterclockwise To remove a sidemarker assembly socket without a tab turn the socket counterdockwim 2 To pull out the bulb housing tilt the housing to remove the tabbed end To remove the bulb push in and turn s c ii it counterclockwise then pull it out Reverse the steps with a new bulb 3 Turn counterclockwise and pull out the socket and the bulb 4 Pull out the bulb 5 Reverse the steps with a new bulb 249 Service amp Appearance Care Loading Your Vehicle Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry The Tire Loading Information label found on the driver s door tells you the proper size speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle It also gives you important information about the number of people that can be in your vehicle and the total weight that you can carry This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options 22 250 E uro GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GAWHFRT GAWRRR Oat 2503LB CES 01 12386 CAUTION AN The
52. being struck by the one behind Try to read the fog density down the road If the vehicle ahead starts to become less clear or at night if the taillights are harder to see the fog is probably thickening Slow down to give traffic behind you a chance to slow down Everybody then has a better chance to avoid hitting the vehicle ahead A patch of dense fog may extend only for a few feet meters or for miles kilometers you can t really tell while you re in it You can only treat the situation with extreme care common fog condition sometimes called mist or ground fog can happen in weather that seems perfect especially at night or in the early morning in valley and low marshy areas You can be suddenly enveloped in thick wet haze that may even coat your windshield You can offen spot these fog patches or mist layers with your headlights But sometimes they can be waiting for you as you come over hill or dip into a shallow valley Start your windshield wipers and washer to help clear accumulated road dirt Slow down carefully Tips on Driving in Fog If you get caught in fog turn your headlights low beam even in daytime You ll see and be seen better Use your fog lights if your vehicle has them Don t use your high beams The light will bounce off the water droplets that make up fog and reflect back at you Use your defogger In high humidity even a light buildup of moisture on
53. being towed have the ignition key off The steering wheel N should be clamped in a straight ahead position with clamping device designed for towing service Do not use the vehicle 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 50 miles 80 km or your transmission will he damaged If these limits must be exceeded then the rear wheels have to be supported a dolly CAUTION Front Towing Hook Ups Attach T hook chains to slots in frame rearward of front wheels on both sides 188 Do not tow with sling type equipment or fascia fog light damage will accur Use wheel lift or car carrier equiprnent Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment Use safety chains and wheel straps 190 Attach a separate safety chain around outboard end of each lower control arm NOTICE Take care not to damage the brake pipes and hoses or the ABS sensor and wiring NOTICE Towing a vehicle aver rough surfaces could damage a vehicle Damage can occur from both vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment contact To help avoid damage install a towing dolly and raise vehicl
54. belts Even if you re in vehicle that has air bags you still have ta buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions 19 Seats amp Safety Belts B Safety Belt Reminder Q If I m a good driver and I never Light Belts Properly How to Wear Safety eme far from home why should I When the key is turned to Run or Start Adults wear safety belts NUM T s a light will come on for about eight A You may be an excellent driver but if seconds to remind papie her his section is only for people of adult CREE SPA size ae re an ee even one that safety belts Unless the driver s safety belt isn t your fault you and your is buckled a chime will also sound passengers be hurt Being good CAUTION driver doesn t protect you from things N beyond your control such as drivers Most accidents occur within 25 miles 40 km of home And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone 20 Lap Shoulder Belt J Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted First youll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lack the door We ll start with the driver posit
55. conform to Federal safety nd uon cs we 2 EEE of passenger car tires requirements in addition to these grades YOU Motes vehicle pulling one way or the ather the alignment may need to be reset If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on smooth road your wheels may need to be rebalanced 257 a a Service amp Appearance Care Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air out replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your Pontiac dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need CAUTION Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way s the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your Pontiac model The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer odometer calibration headlight aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION NOTICE If your Pontiac has P23
56. disc brake option your Pontiac has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worm and new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly CAUTION NOTICE Some driving conditions or climates may N cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Rear Drum Brakes If you have rear drum brakes they don t have wear indicators but if you ever hear rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected Also the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or changing When you have the front brakes replaced have the rear brakes inspected too Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets 1 Your Driving and the Road Steering Brake Pedal Travel If your brake pedal goes down farther Power Steering See your dealer if the brake pedal does than normal PE sn drum brakes not return to normal height or if there is 1964 adjustment Adjust them by backing rapid increase in pedal travel This could P and firmly applying the brakes a few you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system fails to fun
57. ele ad 159 Driemp 4 Lana ccs acre ee cece ee eerie mens Tae 161 Hill ind Mountain Roads 2 ee cease DOR Parking bt DUI 222 22 222 665 WiPP DOVIRE ces pales uasa vases dtu xoa e PER 168 Towing a Trailer xA a ENDS zver T 128 Your Driving and the Road WRONG WAY 0 FLAGGER WORKERS SHOULDER AHEAD AHEAD Color of Road Signs ORANGE indicates road construction or RED means STOP It may also indicate Maintenance You ll want to slow dawn that some movement is not allowed rige ie qe EM Ps as part of Examples are DO NOT ENTER and the road may be closed or Torn up Road Sig ns WRONG WAY And there may be workers and The road signs you see everywhere are maintenance vehicles around coded by color shape and symbols It s a good idea to know these codes so that you can quickly grasp the basic meaning or inten of rhe sign even before vou have a chance to read it EXIT 447 ai il yep ee NARROW dui E BRIDGE YELLOW indicates a general warning GREEN is used to guide the driver Slow down and be careful when you see a Cireen signs may indicate upcoming yellow sign It may signal a railroad freeway exits or show the direction vou crossing ahead a no passing zone or should turn to reach a particular place some other p
58. hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others could be hurt Vehicle Damage Warnings You will also find a red circle with Also in this book you will find these When you read other manuals you slash through it in this book This safety blue notices might see CAUTION and NOTICE symbol means Don t Don t do In the blue notice area we tell you warnings in different colors or in this or let this happen about something that can damage your different words In this manual we ve used the familiar words and colors that vehicle Many ti this damage would rsen Pontiac has used for years not he covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell You ll also see warning labels on your you what to do to help avoid the vehicle They use the same colors and damage the words CAUTION or NOTICE 5 How to Use This Manual Vehicle Symbols These some of the symbols you will These symbols are important for you find on your vehicle For example these and your passengers whenever your These symbols have to do with your symbols are used on an original battery vehicle is driven lights Caution Possible Injury N Fasten Safety Belts A Hazard Warning Flasher Door Lock Unlock Protect Eyes by Shielding Headlight High Beam D Caustic Battery Acid These symbols have t
59. headlight switch The headlight doors should be open when driving in icy or snowy conditions to prevent the doors from freezing closed and when washing the vehicle ta help clean the headlights You can open the headlight doors manually 1 Tum on the headlights 2 Open the hood Turn the retractor motor knob counterclockwise until the headlight door is fully open The knob will pet harder to turn when the headlight door is all the way up To manually close the headlight doors turn the lights off and turn the knob clockwise If the headlight doors aren t working properly see your Pontiac dealer for help Daytime Running Lights Canada The Canadian Federal Government has decided that Daytime Running Lights DRL are a useful feature in that DRL can make your vehicle more visible to pedestrians and other drivers during daylight hours DRL are required on new vehicles sold in Canada Your DRL work with a light sensor on top of the instrument panel Don t cover it up The front turn signal lights will come on in davlight when e The ignition is on The headlight switch is off and amp The parking brake is released At dusk the exterior lights will come on automatically and the front turn signal lights will go out At dawn the exterior lights will out and the front turn signal lights will come on if the headlight switch is off Of course you may still turn on the headlights an
60. hour for a L80 pound or 82 kg person has doubled his or her chance of having an accident level of 0 10 percent the chance of that driver having an accident is six times greater at level of 0 15 percent the chances are twenty five times greater And the body takes about an hour t rid itself of the alcohol in one drink No amount of coffee ar number of cold showers will speed that up be careful isn t the right answer What if theres an emergency a need to iake sudden action as when a child darts into street A person with higher might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision 137 Your Driving and the Road u Control of a Vehicle CAUTION You have three systems that make your There s something else about drinking and driving that many people don t know N Medical research shows that alcohol in a perscn s system can make crash injuries worse That s especially true for brain spinal cord and heart injuries Thal means that if anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash the chance of being killed ar permanently disabled is higher than if that person had been drinking And we ve already seen that the chance of a crash itself is higher for drinking drivers vehicle go where you want it to go They arc the brakes the steering and the accelerator All three systems have to do their work at the places where the ti
61. if Fluid Level necessary See Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index for further details 202 At Least Once a Month ox WHAT TO DO Tire Inflation Check tire inflation Make sure they are inflated to the pressures specified on the Tire Loading Information label located on the rear edge of the driver s door See Tires in the Index for further details At Least Twice a Year CHECK OR SERVICE WHAT TO DO Hydraulic Clutch Check the fluid level in the clutch reservoir See Hydraulic Clutch Fluid in the Index fluid System Inspection loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired at once 293 Maintenance Schedule Section B Owner Checks and Services Cont Al Least Once a Year CHECK Key Lock Cylinders Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Section D Body Lubrication Lubricate all body door hinges including the hatchback lid Also lubricate all hinges and latches including those for the hood headlight door assemblies including spring links rear compartment console doors and any folding seat hardware Section D tells you what to use CAUTION Starter Switch 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake see Brake in the Index if necessary and the regular brake NOTE Do not use th
62. in most jurisdictions because it is fast free af charge and informal lawyers are not usually present although you retain one at your expense if you choose Arbitrators make decisions based vou accept a valid arbitrator decision GM on the principles of fairness and equity will be bound that decision The entire and are not required to duplicate the functions of courts by strictly applying state or federal law If you wish to ga to court however we do not require that you first file a claim with AUTO LINE unless state law provides otherwise Whatever your preference may be remember that if you are unhappy with the results of BBB AUTO LINE you can still go to court because an arbitrator s decision is binding on GM but not on you unless you accept it 311 Customer Assistance Information m Reporting Safety Eligibility is limited vehicle Defects to the United To contact NHTSA you may either call age mileage and other factors For further the Auto Safety Hotline toll free al information conceming the program call States Government 1 800 424 9393 ar 366 0123 in the the BBB at 1 800 955 5100 You may 1 you believe that your vehicle has a Washington D C area or write to also call the Pontiac Customer Assistance de RC could cane crash or could wate 4 Center cause injury or death you should U S Department of Transportation immediately inform the National
63. km h ar if the engine 15 not running smoothly you should downshift to the next lower gear You may have to downshift two or more gears to keep the engine running smoothly or for good performance NOTICE Limited Slip Rear Axle If you have this feature your rear axle can give you additional traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel It works like standard axle most of the time but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does the limited slip feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle B Parking Parking Brake To release the parking brake Hold the The parking brake uses the brakes on the brake pedal down Pull the parking brake nae taal lever up until you can push in the release button Hold the release button in as you To set the parking brake Hold the brake nove the brake lever all the way down pedal down and pull up on the parking hrake lever If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on NO 71 Features amp Controls Shifting into P Park AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION If vou are on a hill See Parking on Hills in the Index That section boss CAUTION how to tum your front wheels N If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill See Towing a Trailer in the Indes That section shows what ta do first to keep the trailer from moving 72 Hald the brake pedal down with
64. may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when vou e Climb a long hill on a hot day Stop after high speed driving Idle for long periods in traffic Tow a trailer 192 If you get the overheal warning with no sign of steam try this for minute or so 1 If you have an air conditioner turn il off 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 Try to keep your engine under load in drive gear where the engine runs slower If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about ten minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam vou can idle the engine for two or three minutes while you re parked to see if the warning stops But then if you sull have the warning TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND GET EVERYONE OUT OF THE VEHICLE until it cools down You may decide not to lift the hood bur to get service help right away Cooling System When you decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see on the V6 engine 1 Coolant recovery tank 2 Radiator pressure cap 3 Electric engine fan 193 Un the V8 engine you ll see this 1 Coolant recovery tank 2 Radiator pressure cap 3 Electric engine fans CAUTION
65. not to do Traffic Lights We re all familiar with traffic lights or stop lights Often green arrows are being used in the lights for improved traffic control On some multilane roads green arrows light up indicating that traffic in one or more lanes can move or make turn Green arrows don t mean go matter what You ll still need to proceed with caution yielding the right of way to pedestrians and sometimes to other vehicles Some traffic lights also use red arrows to signify that you must stop before turning on red REVERSIBLE MULTI LANE NO PASSING ZONE ROADWAY Many city roads and expressways and Pavement Markings Your Own Signals bridges use reversible Tane i Pavement markings add to traffic signs Drivers signal to others too t s not only control during rush hours red X light and signals They give information to more polite it s safer to let other drivers above a lane means no driving in that lane drivers without taking attention from the know what you are doing And in some at that time A green arrow means you roadway A solid yellow line on your side places the law requires driver signals may drive in that lane Look for the signs of the road or lane means don t cross Turn and lane change signals Always posted to warn drivers what hours and eee signal when you plan to tum or change days these systems in effect E yuu pu E lanes If necessary you can u
66. on long grades over 50 mph 80 km h and don t SR Rit Pontis MEAE make starts at full throttle This helps even that can be too heavy In Canada write to your engine and other parts af your E General Motors of Canada Limited vehicle wear in at the heavier loads depends init EFI ae Customer Assistance Center your rig For example speed altitude 1908 Colonel Sam Drive road grades outside temperature and Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 how much your vehicle is used to pull 173 Your Driving and the Road Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total capacity weight of your vehicle The capacity weight includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you will tow a trailer you must subtract the tongue load from your vehicle s capacity weight because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity 4174 The trailer tongue should weigh 10 of the total loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around in the trail
67. other quality designations such as SG CC SG CD SF 5G CC etc These letters show American Petroleum Institute APT levels of quality NOTICE COLD WEATHER IF MEITHER SAE 5W 30 NOR SAE 10 30 show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W 40 or SAE 20W 50 Energy Conserving Oils with these words on the container will help you save fuel This doughnut shaped logo symbol is used on most oil containers to help you select the correct oil 2265 You should look for this on the oil container and use only those oils that display the logo GM Goodwrench oil in Canada GM Engine Oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil Your Pontiac dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added When to Change Engine Oil See if any one of these is true for you Most trips are less than 4 miles 6 km It s below freezing outside and most trips are less than 10 miles 16 km The engine is at low speed most of the time as in door to door delivery or in stop and go traffic You tow a trailer often Most trips are through dusty places If any one of these is true for your vehicle then you need to change your oil and filter every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever comes first If none of them is true change the oil every 7 500 miles 12 500 km or 12 months
68. 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 the GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Don t carry more than 100 pounds 45 kg in your rear area CAUTION W Tires de yo We don t make tires Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers and their warranties delivered with every new Pontiac If your spare tire is different brand than your road tires vou will have a tire warranty folder from each of these manufacturers NOTICE If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If vou have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going 251 Service amp Appearance Care CAUTION Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Underinflated tires pose the same dang
69. plan your trip into an unknown part of the cily just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save lime and energy See the next section Freeway Driving Treat a green light as warning signal A traffic light is there because the comer is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may running the red light Obey all posted speed limits But remember that they are for ideal road weather and visibility conditions You may need to drive below the posted limit in bad weather or when visibility is especially poor Pull to the right with care and stop clear of intersections when you see or hear emergency vehicles m Freeway Driving Mile for mile freeways also called thruways parkways expressways tumpikes or superhighways are the safest of all roads But they have their own special rules The most important advice on freeway driving is Keep up with traffic and keep to the right Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving Too fast or too slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow Treat the left lane freeway as a passing lane 159 Your Driving and the Road Entering the Freeway At the entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway If you h
70. please get to know your warning lights and gages They re a big help 100 Fuel Gage Your fuel gage shows about how much fuel is in vour tank The fuel gage works only when the ignition switch is in the Run position When the gage pointer first indicates E vou still have a little fuel left about one to two gallons but you need to get more right away Here are four concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage All these situations are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage Atthe gas station the gas pump shuts aff before the gage reads F more or less gas to fill up than the gage reads For example the gage reads 1 2 full but it took more or less than half af the rank s capacity to fil The gage moves a little when vou turn stop or speed up When you turn the engine off the gage doesn t go back to E Brake System Warning Light Your Pontiac s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts f one part isn t working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light goes on there could be brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on as you start the vehicle If it doesn t come on then have it so it will ready to warn you if there s a problem your parking brake and will stay on if
71. reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180 F to 200 F 82 C to 93 C To check transmission fluid hot Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it s colder than 50 F 10 C drive the vehicle in D Third Gear until the engine temperature gape moves and then remains steady for ten minutes Then follow the hot check procedures 231 Service amp Appearance Care check transmission fluid cold cold check is made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off and 15 used only as a reference Let the engine run at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are 30 F 10 C or more If it s colder than 50 F 10 C you may have to idle the engine longer A hot check must follow when fluid is added during a cold check Z2 AAL Lad Code 5 To check the fluid hot or cold Then without shutting off the engine Park your vehicle on a level place follow these steps Place the shift lever in P Park with 1 Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a the parking brake applied clean rag or paper towel With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in P Park Let the engine run at idle for three minutes or more EL LTI Code
72. shift console models See Shifting out of P Park in this part e R Reverse Use this gear to back up NOTICE To rock your vehicle back and forth to gel out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transmission see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow If You re in the Index N Neutral In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels restart when you re already moving use Neutral only Also use N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION AS NOTICE Automatic Overdrive This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re Going less than about 35 mph 56 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 56 km h or more push the accelerator all the way down You ll shift down to the next gear and have more power e Third Gear This is like but you never go into Overdrive Here are some times you might choose D instead of D When driving on hilly winding roads When tewing a trailer so there 15 less shifting between gears When going down a steep hill 65 Features amp Controls 2 Gear This position gives you more power but lower fucl economy You can use 2 an hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and an 66 e liFir
73. should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement You can turn the steering wheel up to 1 4 turn B until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge Then turn your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway If the shoulder appears to be about four inches 100 mm or more below the pavement this difference can cause problems If there is not enough room to pull entirely onto the shoulder and stop then follow the same procedures But if the right front tire scrubs against the side of the pavement do NOT steer more sharply With too much steering angle the vehicle may jump back onto the road with so much steering input that it crosses over into the oncoming traffic before you can bring it back under control Instead ease off again on the accelerator and steering input straddle the pavement once more then try again Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on two lane highway waits for just the right moment accelerates moves around the vehicle ahead then goes back into the right lane again A simple maneuver Not necessarily Passing another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or hrief surrender to frustration or anger can sudde
74. that it is securely attached with both sides snapped in place m Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also swing them to the side Covered Visor Vanity Mirror Pull down the sun visor and lift the expose the vanity mirror CONVET f Front Ashtray Lift up the cover to open the ashtray To remove it lift up either side of the ashtray you have an automatic transmission the ashtray is mear the front of your console If you have a mamil transmission the ashtray is near your cupholder NOTICE Don t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtray If you do cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire causing damage E 8 rhiray and Cigarette Lighter To use the lighter push it in all the was and let go When it s ready it will pop back hy itsell NOTICE Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating If you do it won t be able to back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overheal damaging the lighter and the heating element 95 Features amp Controls 1 3 4 5 Instrument Panel 1 Fog Lamp Switch if equipped 2 Main Light Control 3 Side Upper Air Vent 4 Instrument Cluster 5 Horn 6 Center Upper Air Vent T Audio System 8 Glove Box 9 Comfort Controls 10 Lighter 11 Parking Brake
75. to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank 195 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 197 199 Hydraulic Clutch dur EX x Ede es 235 Hydroplaning TEE ILIA Ie ICI 155 Hypnosis Highway 163 I dentification Number TEN TI 270 If a Tire Goes Flat 202 327 Index If You re Stuck in Deep SOM Ser RR 171 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 213 Ignition 56 Inflatable Restraint Supplemental 24 Inflation Tire Pressure 252 Instrument Panel 96 Instrument Panel and Clusters rns 98 Instrument Panel Cleaning the 204 Interior Lights 88 Jimo sun a ea 183 Keys La Change Indicator Turn Signal and 78 Lap Shoulder Belt Safety tip A 21 Larger Children Seats and Safety 5 M Leaving the Freeway 161 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running TA Lighter Ashtray and 95 Lights Air Bap SVS ee rn 25 Anti lock Brake System Waming 4 343322 TUM Brake System Warning 101 Bulb Replacement 2 4 Check Gages 195 Courtesy Saisie eased ss 88 Daytime Ravina neria lt 5 87 Front Map 88 Gages and Indicators Warning 99
76. to choose radio stations Recall Press RCL to recall the station being played or the clock display Sock Press SEEK 4 or B 10 go to the next lower or higher station and stay there Mute Press the upper knob to silence the sound Press it again to bring back the sound qaad eoe EU Ce ed od cr gee OS Pe HA ee m Lie rg ieee The ae bgt be Viet ee ERIT T erie Pog gusti ee oe AMAX With AMAX certified receiver your radio can produce quality AM sound comparable to FM stereo AMA X reduces nome without reducing the high frequencies you need or the best sound n addition to improved sound quality AMA includes more stations on the AM band You don have to do anything to your Delco GM radio because AMAX automatic 117 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems Pushbuttons The five pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations To set the pushbuttons for up to 15 stations 5 AM 5 and 5 2 just 1 Press the lower knob to choose AM ar FM2 2 Tune in the station 3 Press SET SET will appear the display for about five seconds 4 Within five seconds press one of the five pushbultons Whenever you press that button the preset station will return Repeat these steps for each pushbutton 118 Steering Wheel Controls Your vehicle has steering wheel controls far the audio system
77. to cool between hard stops Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a let of heavy braking Don t ride the brakes by letting your left foot rest lightly on the brake pedal while driving 139 Your Driving and the Road CAUTION NOTICE If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking That means better braking and longer brake life 140 f your engine ever stops while 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 stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes ABS This light on the instrument panel will go If there s a problem with the anti lock Your Pontiac has advanced electronic 9 when you start your vehicle brake system the ABS NOP warning braking system that will help prevent When you start your vehicle you may light will stay on or flash skidding hear a momentary motor or clicking See Anti Lock Brake System Warning naise And you even notice that your Light in the Index brake pedal moves a little while this is going on This is the ABS system testing itself If you have your foot on the brake pedal this check won t happen until the vehicl
78. trip odometer can tell ou how far The tachometer displays the engine speed This section describes the warning lights your vehicle has been driven since you in thousands of revolutions per minute and gages that arc on your vehicle The last set the trip adometer to zero rpm pictures will help you locate them To set the trip odometer to zero press the Warning lighis and gages can signal that knob NOTICE something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury Warning lights go on when there may be or is a problem with one af your vehicle s functions you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you turn the ignition key just to let you know they re 99 Features amp Controls working lf you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow the manual s advice Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous So
79. two fuse centers on your vehicle One is in the left side of your instrument The other is in the engine compartment Open the cover on either of the boxes to expose the fuses Look at the silver colored hand inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the correct size If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one of the correct value Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the size you need Replace it as soon s you can Headlights The headlight wiring is protected by circuit breaker An electrical overload will cause the lights to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlight wiring checked right away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow ett the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical problem and not snow ete be sure to get it fixed 271 Service amp Appearance Care Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other power accessories When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is
80. wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems tao The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Hydroplaning Hydroplaning doesn t happen often But it Hydroplaning is dangerous So much can if your tires haven t much tread or if water can build up under your tires that the pressure in or more is low It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the they can actually ride on the water This deles can happen if the road is wet enough and 7984 If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and you re going fast enough When your Lee A sat vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no raindrops dimple the water s surface contact wi th the road there could he hydroplaning You might not be aware of hydraplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher You could drive along for some time speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice without realizing your tires aren t in is to slow down when it is raining and be constant contaet with th
81. with Compact Reminder Light Safety Belt 20 Door OEE Locis ceo xoa 49 Disc Player and Graphic Reminder Lights On 86 Seal Six Way Equalizer 120 Remote Hatch Release 52 Sieering cera ca xir sees 144 Rain Driving in the 184 Remote Lock Control 49 Steering Fluid 241 Rainy Weather Tips Some Replacement Bulbs Part og ne 77 ET TA 156 4 4 Pregnancy Safety Belt Use Reir 236 Replacement cuo pae ens 30 Rear Axle Limited Slip A FE ccc le Ra rr rar ARM Problems on the Road 181 Rear Drum Brakes 143 Bulb Service 245 Publications Service 315 Rear Seat Passengers Safety RTT MEULPA NN Re 276 Series cree 31 Wheel ou aa 258 uestions Many People Ask about Rear Towing Hook Ups 190 Wheels Used 2 259 Safety Belts and the Answers Rear Window Defogger 111 Replacing Brake System Parts 244 Helle 19 Reclining Front Seatbacks 12 Replacing Safety Belts after Recommended Fluids and a Crash Sayer 2 Rai Pressure 240 Lubricants 299 Reporting Safety Defects Radio Reception Understanding 126 Recovery Off Road
82. you operate your lower beam lights with fog lamps at all times or that headlights be turned on whenever you must use your windshield wipers In addition most jurisdictions prohibit driving solely with parking lights especially at dawn or dusk It is recommended that you check with your own stare or provincial highway authority for applicable lighting regulations Main Light Control The main light contral is knob that works these lights Headlights Taillights Parking lights License lights Sidemarker lights Instrument panel lights Turn the knob to 29 to turn on your headlights and other operating lights Turn the knob to P to turn on your parking lights without your headlights Turn the knob to OFF to turn off the lights 85 Features amp Controls Brighiness Control This switch controls the brightness of your instrument panel lights Turn the switch to brighten or dim the lights If you turn the switch all the way up to 255 your courtesy lights will come on Lights On Reminder If you tum the ignition Off and leave the lights on you will hear tone when vou open the drivers door 86 Headlight Doors The headlight doors are designed to open when you the headlights on and close when you the headlights off The headlight doors be opened without turning on the headlights by turning on the parking lights and lightly pressing in the
83. 011 4 300 Rear Axle Standard Axle Lubricant GM Part No 1052271 or SAE 80W 90 GL 5 Gear Lubricant and Limited Slip Differential Hood Latch Assembly a Pivots and Spring Engine ail Anchor b Release Pawl b Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB GM Part No 1052497 or equivalent Hood and door Engine oil or Lubriplate Lubricant GM Part No 1050109 hinges headlight door assemblies rear folding seat fuel door hinge rear compart ment lid Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 or equivalent See Replacement Parts in the Index for recommended replacement filters valves and spark TEN 301 Maintenance Schedule Section E Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed record the date or Schedule II maintenance charts which correspond to the odometer reading and who performed the service in the maintenance performed Also you should retain all columns indicated When completing the Maintenance maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio is a Performed column insert the numbers from the Schedule T convenient place to store them MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICED BY ODOMETER READING DATE Maintenance Schedule Section E Maintenance Record Cont ODOMETER Lu 5 LL Lu 4 2 Lu 2 lt SERVICED BY ODOMETER READING
84. 147 To General Motors sesse did Radio To Play the Release To the Canadian Government 313 Stereo with Cassette 52 To the United States Tape 114 HOD vase Re ees 221 Government 312 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Remote 52 Tape Player and Graphic Equalizer 117 230 Restraints Say Belts Safety Defects USE T Your 43 Adults eee terre teens 20 Reporting to General Motors 313 Child tee tee Air bags 24 Reporting to the Canadian 14 eae ees Govemment 313 Where to Put 35 Children M m 33 Reporting to the United Retained Accessory Power Extender 43 States Government 312 CRAS Ra MA 58 How to Wear Properly 20 Safety Warnings and Symbols 4 130 Lap Shoulder 21 Schedule Maintenance 279 Coben Of a a 130 Larger Children 4l Scheduled Maintenance Services 283 SIDE DF eere entm 121 Questions People Ask 19 Seats Symbols Reminder Light ID 20 And Safety Belts 9 Road Problems on the 181 Replacing after Crash 43 And Seat Controls 2 10 Road Your Driving and 129 Seats and TTE Fo
85. 5 55R 16 ar P245 50ZR 16 size tires don t use tire chains they can damage vehicle If you have other tires use tire chains only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the rear tires and tighten them as rightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it stops Driving too fast with chains on will damage your vehicle 259 Service amp Appearance Care Appearance Care CAUTION Cleaning products be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything in container to clean your Pontiac be sure to follow the instructions And always open your doors or windows when you re cleaning the inside Never use these to clean your vehicle e Gasoline Carbon Tetrachloride Turpentine e Benzene Acetone e Lacquer Thinner e Naphtha Paint Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too 260 NOTICE Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses they will damage your vehicle la
86. D NL um LU ey sol eee m Qum ZC M x E mn ml ed EFI Tu D TEREP SS HIE i4 T wipes yy 2 p j 9 b em eui Bie a 1 4 A 1 ar Kus m nds el i 2 bam 3 4 T y 2 m te 4 Adding Coolant a Add On Electrical Equipment Plt io oon How the System Works Servicing Your Pontiac with the System System Light Air Cleaner esu de TA Air Conditioner Controls Air Control Knob Air Filter Replacement Alignment and Tire Balance WHEL Aluminum Wheels PM Lane e eR eT a EXTR d e uc AM FM Stereo With Cassette Tape Player With Cassette Tape Player and Graphic Equalizer With Compact Disc Plaver and Graphic Equalizer AM PT oe ain eee een Antenna Fixed Mast Anti lock Brakes ABS System Warning Light JEN so nt Gane Appearance Care Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials Appearance Care Service and Ashtray and Lighter Ashtray Front Audio Systems Audio Systems Comfort Controls
87. E Gasolines for Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with detergent additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system That helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly It s good for your vehicle and you ll be doing your part for cleaner air Many gasolines are now blended with materials called oxygenates General Motors recommends that you use gasolines with these blending materials such as MTBE and ethanol By doing so you can help clean the air especially in those parts of the country that have high carbon monoxide levels In addition some gasoline suppliers are now producing reformulated gasolines These gasolines are specially designed to reduce vehicle emissions General Motors recommends that you use reformulated gasoline By doing so you can help clean the air especially in those parts of the country that have high ozone levels You should ask your service station operators if their gasolines contain detergents and oxygenates and if they have been reformulated to reduce vehicle emissions 218 Service amp Appearance Care To check on fuel availability ask an Filling Your Tank club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll CAUTION be driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle
88. ER T ROLE TT E 194 oe ete eer mee rine REL CAR RT A A H 4666 Heater and Control DE HE Saas as ardua Ru id paa eR Indicator Lights VIG CR EL RE PC74 LIONMIE sce sie cy acera E SEE TERES NGA CEPS SOS EL 212 2 teas eRe a EAR Ra d NIRE 194 Only 11 194 2057 Tum Signal Indicators a esie eid Ta GS 16 Manual transmission only 2 274 Capacities and Specifications Engine Type VIN Dole S kr OCURRE ERR ot on E TER Vo gear ROC aa VE Fuel Injection Valve Armangement Varela dac sca In Head Piston Displacement VIN CUOI wee m oen sacs eee CID GAL VIN Engine Code P SO CID S 7L Compression Ratio MIA Pikne ae coco eO Oa e ere en ees Bom RR 9 0 1 YIN Engine 1 leuc er nnn MUERE MCN 10 5 1 Firing Order VIN Engine Code S Rete ra ERA CREAR 1 2 3 4 5 6 VIN Engine Code
89. For automatic transmissions change both the fluid and filter every 15 000 miles 25 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions n heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher n hilly or mountainous terrain Emission Control Service 290 NO SERVICE When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police car or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change both the fluid and filter every 100 000 miles 160 000 km Spark Plug Replacement Replace spark plugs with the proper type See Replacement Parts in the Index ITEM NO SERVICE NO SERVICE 8 Spark Plug Wire Inspection Inspect for 10 Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspections burns cracks or other damage Check the boot fit at Inspect fuel tank cap and lines including fuel rails the distributor and at the spark plugs Replace wires and injection assembly if equipped for damage or as needed leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for an even filler neck imprint or damage Replace parts as needed Periodic replacement of the fuel filter is not required 8 Air Cleaner Filter and Crankcase Ventilation Filter Replacement Replace every 30 000 miles 50 000 km or more often under dusty conditions Ask your dealer for the proper replacement intervals for your driving conditions
90. If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicie Drive it only with all the windows down to blow cut any CO and Have it fixed immediately TSBs Features amp Controls Running Your Engine While You re Parked AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION It s better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know CAUTION Idling the engine with the air system control off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle see the earlier Caution under Engine Exhaust Also idling in a closed in place can let deadly carbon monoxide CO into your vehicle even if the fan switch is at the highest setting One place this can happen is garage Exhaust with CO can come in easily NEVER park in a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index Windows Manual Windows Use the window crank to open and close each door window CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to P Park
91. MIST longer You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay berween wipes This can be very useful in light rain or snow Turn the band to choose the delay time The closer to LO 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 HI To stop the wipers move the band to OFF 78 Features amp Controls Windshield Washer CAUTION AL the top of the tum signal lever there s CAUTION Damaged wiper blades may a paddle with the word PUSH on it To Driving without washer prevent you from seeing well spray washer fluid on the windshield just fluid can be dangerous A enough to drive safely To avoid push the paddle The washer will continue bad mud splash can block your damage be sure to clear ice and io spray until you release the paddle The vision You could hit another snow from the wiper blades before wipers will clear the window and wipe a vehicle or go off the road using them If they re frozen to the few more times before stopping or Check your washer fluid level windshield carefully loosen or thaw returning to the previous setting often them If your blades do become damaged get new blades or blade mers In freezing weather don t use vour washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can Heavy snow or ice can overload your form ice on the windshield wipers A circuit breaker w
92. Readings in the red area tell you that the engine is low on oil or that you might have some other oil problem See Engine Oil in the Index CAUTION NOTICE Check Gages Light N This light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving check your gages to see if they are in the warning areas 105 Features amp Controls Low Oil Light This light should come on while you are starting your engine If the light doesn t come on have it repaired If the light comes on while starting vour engine and stays on your engine oil level may be too low You may need to add oil See Engine Oil in the Index 106 xriving with the Li Low Coolant Light V8 Engine This light should come on while you are E A starting your engine If the light doesn t come on have it repaired The light also comes on when the coolant in your radiator is low You may need to add coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index Part 3 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems ln this part you ll find out how to Comfort Controls die ais ped areata ee AE operate the comfort contro Heater Controls ea REB ee rere PO ee e systems and audio systems Air auda AR UO Wie Pina MU Ner SUSCI EDEN 109 i Level Heating paca inane
93. Witha 176 Tongue Weight of the 174 Towing a Towing Maintenance When x 333 Index Turn Signals When T Weight of the When You Ready to Leave after Parking on a Hill Transmission Fluid Automatic Fluid Manual Manual Five Speed Manual Six Speed Trip Odometer Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Turn Signal Headlight Beam Lever tit ioo caasa eoe Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer 4 Roto BovoRORS RE ORA e Gad 177 U nderbod y Maintenance 268 Underhood Electrical Center 273 Uphill Parking 166 Used Replacement Wheels 259 Come GFR 138 Damage Warnings 5 Dimensions 278 Environment and Your 280 Identification Number VIN 270 Loading Your 250 Parking Your 74 SOR nmn 245 Symbols VW ELA 6 Towing 188 Washing 266 Ventilaion M 109 90 wentilation Syn Flow Through 112 Ventilation Tips 112 Vision NigM 152 Visor Vanity Mirror Covered 95 ibo HRS NERO 95 beris i MAP ET EE NETTE 103 Warning Devices
94. acement and code see Engine Identification in the Index ITEM NO SERVICE 3 Tire and Wheel Rotation and Inspection For proper wear and maximum tire life rotate your tires following the instructions in this manual See Tires Inspection and Rotation in the Index Check the tires for uneven wear or damage If you see irregular or premature wear check the wheel alignment Check for damaged wheels also 4 Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Inspect the belt for cracks fraying wear and proper tension Replace as needed NO SERVICE 5 Cooling System Service Drain flush and refill the system with new or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M Keep coolant at the proper mixture as specified See Coolant in the Index This provides proper freeze protection corrosion inhibitor level and engine operating temperature dn Emission Control Service ITEM NO SERVICE Inspect hoses and replace if they are cracked swollen or deteriorated Tighten screw type hose clamps Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser Wash the pressure cap and neck To help ensure proper operation we recommend pressure test of both the cooling system and the pressure cap 289 Maintenance Schedule Section Scheduled Maintenance Services Cont ITEM NO SERVICE Transmission Service For manual transmissions fluid doesn t require changing
95. ad Signs 130 AM FM Stereo with Cassette CRAME 228 Comfort Controls 108 Tape 324 Comfort Controls and Audio Coolant Curves Driving 44 EL 107 ts SI IP 238 Customer Assistance Compact Disc Player Engine igi pede 2 237 Information 2 207 Stereo and Graphic How to Add to the Coolant Customer Satisfaction Procedure 208 Equalizer with 120 Recovery Tank 95 Compact Disc Care of Your 127 How to Add to the Running Lights 87 Compact Disc To Playa 122 Radiator 197 199 Deep Snow If You re Compact Spare Er i Temperature Gage Engine 103 171 Compartments Storage and SEE ES 93 Cooling CICERO OCURRE HORDE 111 Deep Standing Water Control of Vehicle 138 Cooling System 193 Driving through 62 Control Loss of 149 Courtesy Lights iA 88 Defects Safety Control Remote Lock 49 Cruise Control 81 Reporting to General Motors 313 Controls Passing Another Vehicle Reporting to the Canadian Air Conditioner HO While Using 84 Government 313 B ghiness 222 e eh To Erase Speed Memory 85 Reporting to the United Comit
96. aintenance procedures are important Improper vehicle maintenance or the removal of important components can significantly affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or even the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to help keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly How This Part Is Organized The remainder of this part is divided into five sections If you are skilled enough to do some work on your vehicle Section Scheduled Maintenance Services shows what you will probably want to get the service information GM to have done and how often Some of these services can be publishes You will find a list of publications and how to get complex so unless you are technically qualified and have them later in this manual See Service Publications in the the necessary equipment you should let your dealer s Index service department or another qualified service center do Section B Owner Checks and Services tells you what these jobs should be checked whenever you stop for fuel It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in CAUTION good condition imi Section Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains t m important inspections that your Pontiac dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform 281 Maintenance Schedule Introd
97. aire ou DGN Marketing Services Ltd 1500 Bonhill Rd Mississauga Ontario LST 1C7 Published by Pontiac Division General Motors GM and the GM emblem Pontiac General Motors Corporation and the Pontiac emblem and Firebird and the Firebird emblem are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation Copyright 1992 General Motors Corporation Pontiac Division All Rights Reserved m How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle This will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle In this manual you ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly Index A good place to look for what you need is the Index in back of the manual It s an alphabetical list of all that s in the manual and the page number where you ll find it Par s 1 8 Each part of this manual begins with a brief list of its contents so you can often find at a glance if a part contains the information you want How to Use This Manual This part tells you how to use your manual and includes safety and vehicle damage warnings and symbols Part 1 Seats amp Safety Belts This part tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly Part 2 Features amp Controls This part explains how to start and operate your Pontiac Part 3 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems This part tells you how to adjust the ven
98. al level To Check Engine Oil 3 4L 1 32 Code 8 Engine Pull out the dipstick and clean it with paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip lower 1 22 Cade 51 To Check Engine Oil When to Add Oil 5 7L LT1 Code Engine If the oil is at or below the ADD line then Pull out the dipstick slightly Pinch the you ll need to add some oil But you must end of the dipstick tube as you remove use the right kind This section explains the dipstick to wipe the oil from it Push what kind of oil to use For crankcase it all the way back in Now remove it capacity see Capacities and without pinching the tube keeping the Specifications in the Index tip lower NOTICE Code Just fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re through Service amp Appearance Care Recommended SAE Viscosity Grade Engine Oils For best fuel economy and cold eae select the lowest SAE viscosity grade oil for the expected temperature range HOT What Kind of Oil to Use SAE 5W 30 Look for three things As shown in the viscosity chart e SG SAE 5W 30 is best for your vehicle However you can use SAE 10W 30 if it s going to be 18 or above These numbers on an oil container SG must be on the oil container either by itself or combined with
99. all 313 883 1430 ORDER INFORMATION NOT AVAILABLE THROUGH THE TOLL FREE NUMBER Owner s Manual In Portfolio Owners Manual Without Portiolio Pontiac Firebird TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers Gau Daalars and Companies please provide dealar or company and also the name of the person to whose attention the shigenent should be sent Far purchases outside U S A please write Io the above address for quotation funds only do not sand cash a gt MasterCard wea STREET ADDRESS NO BOX NUMBERS APT WO Account IIT Humber e L i X 2 H Expiration T Ghe here il your billing iT Goog 4 im rm E address AREA DAYTIME TELEPHONE CODE CUSTOMER SiGNATURE are change ety abee and withoul icunmiag obligare oer p Ane quete m US funds Canadian tosdents ann La make checks payobie n LI Funds Dries fer Indridusal Product Semice Pubbcomens be lile wii e jo mehna 50 Inr additional postage anc handing Aequests for manuals m French should appropria bulletin numirs Thess mumtera may oe icondin Ea PEPIndas Your DO deposed ns Canadian haas gl Moines deaan hgy war Publican ems 4 00 each addilin
100. an avoid these problems by braking if you can stop in room That s the time for evasive action steering around the prablem os 1446 Your Pontiac can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem ta the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are lime But sometimes you can t there isn t holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn ita full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand But you have to act fast steer quickly and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object You must then be prepared to steer back to your original lane and then brake to a controlled stap Depending on your speed this can rather violent for an unprepared driver This is one of the reasons driving experts recommend that you use your safety belts and keep both hands on the steering wheel The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is good reason to practice defensive driving at all times Off Road Recovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder A while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery
101. and Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission Fluid Axle Limited Slip Rear POUR vua cr Bing Up with a Trailer Balance Wheel Alignment and TG is eck esas eae TTE T E TET High po es eee Before Leaving on a Long Trip 269 215 95 Index Belt 5 2 Better Business Bureau Mediation Arbitration Program GM Participation in 310 Bi Level Heating 109 Blizzard If You re Caught i ina 170 Box DNE 2 5 93 Adjustment 144 Anti lock ABS PURPURAE Ya 141 ee renes a ee 299 Master Cylinder 242 dH Pedal Travel sr 144 Rear Drum 143 System Parts Replacing 244 System Warming Light 101 175 Wear Indicators Disc 143 Braking Control of a Vehicle 139 Braking in Emergencies 144 Break In New Vehicle 56 Brightness Control saa 8b Index Bulb Replacement 245 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Cleaning coe GT MEME 246 Tape Player and Graphic Fabric Using Foam Type Center High Mounted Equalizer 118 Cleaner ve 201 247 Chains Safety 175 Fabric Using Solvent Type Front Turn Signal 247 Chains Tire
102. and model af vehicle 8318 SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis repair and overhaul informaban engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical sieer ing body etc Model Farm Number Price 1883 Pontiac Firebird 9910 F 543 00 Please specify special body or engine types on order form Write information in the Form Number column For example Turba Convertible OWNER S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly for owners and intended to pro vide basic operational Information about the vehicle The Owner s Manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for all models 1883 Pontiac Firebird Owner s Manual Portfolio includes Portfalia Owner s Manua and Warranty Booklet 1893 Pontiac Firebird In Pertfalia 10201485 815 00 Without Portfolio Includes Owner s Manual 1983 Pontiac Firebird Without Portholio T TH3572 811 00 Address all inquiries 10 HELM INCORPORATED Bax 07130 Detroit MI 48207 Credit Card Orders ONLY 1 800 782 4356 For information and inquiries call 313 883 1430 PONTIAC SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDER FORM NOTE Please complete form below Print or Type and MAIL TO Ts Post Office Box 07130 Detroit Michigan 48207 ORDER TOLL FREE NOTE For Credit Card Holder Orders Only 1 800 782 4356 Friday 8 30 6 00 EST Minimum Credit Card Order 10 00 Wf further information is needed write Helm or c
103. ar This means that your audio system is secured 124 Shutting Off the Theft Deterrent Feature If your audio system is secured SEC shows on display and you wish to disable II enter your security code as follows pausing no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 2 a Turn the ignition on Make sure the audio system is off The time will show on the display Press PREV and FWD together for five seconds SEC will show on the display Press SET will appear on the display Press SEEK 4 and hold until the first digit of your code appears Release the button Turn the lower knob until the second and third digits appear Press the lower knob OO will appear on the display Press SEEK or p and hold until the fourth digit of your security code appears Release the button Turn the lower knob until the fifth and sixth digits of your code appcar Press the lower knob If shows vou have shut aff the theft deterrent feature If SEC shows your audio system is still secured Note If you lose or forget your security Code see your dealer for assistance Unlocking the Audio System after Power Failure If power is disrupted to the audio system while in the SEC mode the unit will not work and LOC will show on the display whenever the ignition on unlock the unit 1 Press SET 0007 will appear the display
104. ave clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect blend with the flow If traffic is light vou may have no prohlem But if it is heavy find a gap as you move along the entering lane and time your approach Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your rearview mirrors as you move along and glance over vour shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic Flow 180 Driving on the Freeway you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass If you on a two lane freeway treat the right lane as the slow lane and the left lane as passing lane If you are on a three lane freeway treat the right lane as the slower speed through lane the middle lane as the higher speed through lane and the left lane as the passing lane Before changing lanes check your rearview mirrors Then use your turn signal Just before you leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there another vehicle in your blind spat If you are moving from an outside Lo center lane on a freeway having more than two lanes make sure another vehicle isn t about to move into the same spot Look at the vehicles two lanes over and wa
105. ays check that it is firmly attached bv pushing up on the underside of the panel Reverse the steps above to install the T top panels 91 Features amp Controls T Top Sunshades 1 Start with the panel marked DRIVER FRONT Unlatch the driver side T top raise it halfway and close the latch handle With the top raised and resting on the center roof 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 marked DRIVER FRONT is pointing ta the front of the vehicle 3 Open the latch and close the T top Check to if there are any gaps showing Unlatch the T top and adjust the sunshade as required 4 Once the sunshade is installed properly you can stick the velcro buttons on the glass for a praper fit every time you install the sunshades To do this first remove the T top with the sunshade installed and place it upside down on table or bench Take care not 10 scratch the glass Pull the sunshade back a little and remove the backing paper from the velcro buttons Push the sunshade back into place sticking the velero to the glass Install the T top close the latch and lock the T top Repeat the above steps far the passenger side sunshade You can store the sunshades in their storage area in the rear of your vehicle You can also leave them attached to the T tops The T tops can st
106. be resolved by your dealer s member of Dealership Management it l ollowing information available to give Sales or Service Departments appears your concern cannot be resolved the Customer Assistance Representative Sometimes however despite the best by the dealership without further help Your name address telephone intentions of all concerned contact the Pontiac Customer Assistance lumber misunderstandings can occur If your Center by calling 1 800 PM CARES ier x concem has not been resolved to your In Canada contact GM of Canada Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration satisfaction the following steps should be Customer Assistance Center in Oshawa sl ho plate aftu taken by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or idi verias qus Musics Mies STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a 1 900 263 7854 French In Mexico asc E call 525 254 3777 In Puerto Rico or DE Ic dE SI member of dealership management Complaints can often be quickly resolved Dealership name and location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage Nature of concern We encourage you to call the toll free number listed previously in order to give your inquiry prompt attention However if you wish to write Pontiac write to United States Pontiac Division Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac MI 48340 2952 A listing of all Pontiac Zone Offices and offices outside the U
107. belts properly Children who aren t buckled up be thrown out in a crash e Children who aren t buckled up can strike other people who are CAUTION Never do this Here two children are wearing the same belt The belt cant properly spread the impact forces In crash the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured belt must be used by only one person at time 41 Seats amp Safety Belts Q What if a child is wearing a CAUTION Wherever the child sits the lap portion of lap shoulder belt but the child is so the belt should be worn low and snug on small that the shoulder belt is very the hips just touching the child s thighs close to the child s face or neck This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash gt Move the child toward the center of the vehicle bur be sure that the shoulder belt still is an the child s shoulder so that in crash the child s upper body would have the restraint thal belts provide Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your dealer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extender will be just for you and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else use il an
108. call us at 800 PM CARES or write Oshawa Ontario LIH Pontiac Division Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac 48340 2952 313 Customer Assistance Information Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program Security While You Travel 1 800 ROADSIDE 1 800 762 3743 As the proud owner of a new Pontiac vehicle you are automatically enrolled in the Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program This value added service 15 intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road 314 Pontiac s Roadside Assistance toll free number is staffed by team of technically trained advisers who are available 24 hours a day 365 days a year We take anxiety out of uncertain situations by providing minor repair information over the phone or making arrangements to tow your vehicle to the nearest Pontiac dealer We will provide the following services for 3 years 36 000 miles at no expense to you Vehicle out of fuel Keys locked in car Tow to the nearest dealer for warranty Change a flat tire Jump starts We have quick easy access to telephone numbers of the following services depending on your needs Hotels Glass replacement Rental vehicles or taxis e Police fire department or hospitals In many instances mechanical failures are covered under Pontiac s comprehensive warranty However when other services are utilized our
109. child When the bike hits the block it stops But Take the simplest car Suppose it s just Put someone on it the child keeps going a seat on wheels 17 Get it up to speed Then stop the car The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as 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 make such good sense gt Here Are Questions Many People Ask about 9 Safety Belts and the Answers Won t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I m wearing a safety belt You could be whether you re wearing safety belt or not But you can easily unbuckle a safety belt even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted A Why don t they just put in air bags so people won t have to wear safety belts Air bags or Supplemental Inflatable Restraint systema are in some vehicles today and will be in more of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety
110. ction you can steer but it will take be a sign of brake trouble limes much more effort Brake Adjustment Braking in Emergencies Steering Tips Every time you make a moderate brake Lise your anti lock bra king system when Driving on Curves stop your disc brakes adjust for wear If YOu need to With anti lock you can steer 1 important to take curves at a you rarely make a moderate or heavier and brake at the same time In many reasonable speed stop then your brakes might not adjust emergencies steering can help you more A lot of the driver lost contiol aceidenis correctly If you drive in that way then an even the very best braking 5 aa eee mentioned on the news happen on curves very carefully make a few moderate Here s whv brake stops about every 1000 miles 1 600 km so your brakes will adjust properly 22 144 Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves The traction af ihe tires against the road surface makes it possihle for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels If there s no traction inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction If you ve ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet you ll understand this Suppose you re steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Those two control systems steering and acceleration can overwhelm those places where the tires me
111. d use it only for the seat it is made to fit To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt m Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure all your belts buckles latch plates retractors anchorages and reminder systems are working properly Look for any loose parts or damage If you see anything that might keep a restraint system from doing its job have it repaired m Replacing Safety Belts after a Crash If you ve had a crash do you need new belts After very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new belts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will have to have safety belt parts like the retractor replaced ar anchorage locations repaired even if the belt wasn t being used at the time of the collision 43 Seats amp Safety Belts Q What s wrong with this The belt is torn CAUTION The model number on the replacement belt must be listed on the safety belt you want to replace Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Pontiac and information on starting shifting and braking Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem Parking Engine Exh iust Window
112. ded Fluids and Lubricants in plug hole 1 Remowe the filler plug the Index 3 Install the filler plug Be sure the plug 18 fully seated Service amp Appearance Care Hear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it See Periodic Maintenance Inspections in the Index 236 How to Check Lubricant What to Use Ke elim ares Standard nd Linie Diet lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise Use Axle I ubricant GM Part the level to the bottom of the filler plug 1052271 or SAE 8OW 90 GL 5 gear hole lubricant Engine Coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating in the Index The proper coolant for your Pontiac will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up 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 CAUTION Use a mixture of one half clean water AN preferably distilled and one half antifreeze that meets GM Specification 1825M which won t damage aluminum parts You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1823M with a complete coolant flush and refill If you u
113. diately Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive and negative 7 will go to negative 7 or a metal engine part Don t connect to you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too 188 Problems on the Road CA UTION 6 Connect the red positive cable to 7 Don t let the other end touch metal AN the positive terminal of the vehicle Connect it to the positive terminal with the dead battery Use a remote of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle positive terminal if the vehicle has one has one But don t use the junction black on your Pontiac 186 B Now connect the black negative 9 cable to the good battery s negative terminal Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of 10 the vehicle with the dead battery 11 Attach the cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery hut not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much ess Now start t
114. e accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 On automatic transmission vehicles try to start the engine in each gear The starter should work only in P Park or Neutral If the starter works in other position your vehicle needs service On manual transmission vehicles put the shift lever in Neutral push the clutch down halfway and try to start the engine The starter should work only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the floor If the starter works when the clutch isn t pushed all the way down your vehicle needs service 7 294 At Least a Year Cont CAUTION Brake Transmission Shift Interlack BTSI 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake see Parking Brake in the Index if necessary NOTE Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the key to the Run position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of P Park with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of P Park vour vehicle s BTSI needs service Steering Column Lock 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 lev
115. e engine starts let go of the key Use the accelerator pedal to maintain engine speed if you have to until your engine has run for a while If your engine still won t start or NOTICE starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in Start for about three seconds If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds This clears the extra gasoline from the engine 81 Features amp Controls m Driving through Deep Engine Block Heater Standing Water CANADA In very cold weather 18 C or NOTICE colder the engine block heater can help You ll get easier starting and better fuel econamy during engine warm up To use the black heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord 3 Plug it inta a normal grounded L10 volt outlet CAUTION CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is B Automatic not fully in Park with the Transmission parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll There are several different positions for vour shift lever NOTICE Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have e PiPark to If you have left the engine This locks your rear whe
116. e four way manual seat Your seatback adjuster Sec Four Way Manual Seat earlier in this part The passenger seat has the two way manual seat adjuster See Manual Front Seat earlier in this part To adjust the thigh support pull up on the front of your seat cushion and move the support ta the position you want release the support continue pulling up To engage it again push down firmly Seats amp Safety Belts The two buttons that have dots inflate and deflate the outer parts of the seatback To inflate push the raised button To deflate push the indented button see 12 The two buttons without dots inflate and deflate the lumbar lower part of the seatback support To inflate push the raised button To deflate push the indented button Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback lift the lever on the outer side of the seat Release the lever to lock the seatback where vou want it Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to its original upright position But don t have the seatback reclined if your vehicle 15 moving If you have fully articulating sport seats your recliner lever looks like this CAUTION Sitting in reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous Even if you buckle up your safety belts can t do their job when you re reclined like this The shoulder belt can t do its job because it won t be against your body Instead
117. e goes about 3 mph 5 km h or until you take your foot off the brake pedal 141 Here s how anti lack works Let s say the road is wet You re driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes Here s whal happens with ABS computer senses that wheels are slowing down The computer separately works the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most af available tire and road 142 You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly CAUTION Anti lock doesn t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal If vou get too close to the vehicle in front of you you won t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes To Use Anti Lock Don t pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down and let anti lock work you When the ABS is active the LOW TRAC light comes on to indicate low traction conditions Adjust your driving accordingly The light will stay on for ahout four seconds after the ABS stops being active Disc Brake Wear Indicators Unless you have the four wheel
118. e road You could find out the hard way when you have to r eful slow turn move out to pass or if you get hit by gust of wind You could suddenly find yourself out of control 155 Your Driving and the Road m Driving in Fog Mist Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down allow some and H Turn on your headlights not just extra following distance And be Fog can occur with high humidity or your parking lights to help make especially careful when you pass heavy frost It can be so mild that you can you more visible to others another vehicle Allow yourself more see through it for several hundred feet mi clear room ahead and be prepared t meters Or it might be so thick that you gt oak ed arg taste vehicles coming have your view restricted by road casi see only a few fost Oheters alread spray If the road spray is so heavy come suddenly io an otherwise clear your headlights even in daytime if it s mays y xi you are actually blinded drop back road And it can be a major hazard raining hard Don t pass until conditions improve i Going more slowly is better than having an accident Use your defogger if it helps Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires in the Index 156 When you drive into fog patch your visibility will be reduced quickly The biggest dangers are striking the vehicle ahead or
119. e seatback down use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint or air bag system 1 Pull forward on both levers 2 Fold the seatback down To raise the seatback 1 Pull it up to the locked upright position 2 Be sure both latches hold the seatback im place Have them fixed if they don 1 15 Seats amp Safety Belts This figure lights up when you turn the key to Run or Start when your safety belt isn t buckled and you ll hear a chime too It s the reminder to buckle up In many states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work 16 You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a crash you don t know if it will he a had one A few crashes are very mild In them you won t get hurt even if you re not buckled up And some crashes can be so serious like being hit by a train that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could be badly hurt or killed After 25 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes For example if the bike is going 10 mph 16 km h so is the
120. e until proper clearance is obtained between the ground and or wheel lift equipment Rear Towing Hook Ups Attach T hook chains in front of rear wheels in bottom of frame rail on both sides NOTICE Do not attach winch cables or T hooks to suspension components when using car carrier equipment Always use T hooks inserted in the T hook slots Do not tow with sling type equipment or rear bumper valance will be damaged Use wheel lift or car carrier equipment Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment Use safety chains and wheel straps Attach a separate safety chain around m Engine Overheating outboard end of each lower control arm You will find a coolant temperature gage on your Pontiac s instrument panel NOTICE You may also find a low coolant warming x light on your Pontiac instrument panel Take care not to damage the brake pipes and cables NOTICE Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle Damage can occur from both vehicle to ground ar vehicle to wheel lift equipment contact To help avoid damage install a towing dolly and raise vehicle until proper clearance is obtained between the ground and or wheel lift equipment 191 If Steam Is Co ming from Your Engine NOTICE CAUTION If No Steam Is Coming from Your Engine If you get the overheat warming but see or hear no steam the problem
121. elco Loc II is a security feature for the compact disc player It can be used or ignored If ignored the system functions normally If it is used your system won t be usable if it s ever stolen Setting Your Security Code The instructions below tell you how to enter a security code into the system If your vehicle loses battery power for any reason vou must enter the security code again before the system will turn on 1 Write down any six digit number and keep it in a safe place 2 the ignition switch to the Ace or Run position d Tum the audio system off 4 Press and hold PREY and FWD together until shows on the display You are now ready to enter your security code Don t wait more than 15 seconds between steps 5 Press SET and 000 will appear on the display 6 Press SEEK p and hold until the first digit of your code appears Release the button 7 Turn the lower knob until the second and third digits of your code appear 123 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems Press the lower knob and 000 will appear Now you are ready to enter the last three digits of your code Press SEER or p and hold until the fourth digit af your code appears Release the button Turn the lower knob until the fifth and sixth digits of your code appear Press the lower knob rEP will appear for five seconds and then XM will appear Repeat steps 6 through 11 SEC will appe
122. elerator pedal 3 4 and 5 Third Fourth and Fifth Gears Shift into 3 4 and 5 the same way you do for 2 Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To Stop Let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to Neutral Features amp Controls Six Speed This is your shift pattern Here s how to operate your transmission e liFirst Gear Press the clutch li Second Gear Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into 2 Then slowly Neutral Use this position when yau start or idle your engine R Reverse To back up press down the clutch pedal and shift into R Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal NOTICE pedal and shift into 1 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal You can shift into 1 when you re going less than 20 mph 30 km h If you ve come to a complete stop and it s hard to shift into 1 put the shift lever in Neutral and let up on the clutch Press the clutch pedal back down Then shift inta 1 let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal 3 4 5 and 6 Third Fourth Fifth and Sixth Gears Shift into 3 4 5 and 6 the same way you do for 2 Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerato
123. els It s the best tunning the vehicle can move position to use when you start your suddenly You or others be How long should you keep the block engine because your vehicle move injured To be sure your vehicle heater plugged in The answer depends easily won t move when you re on fairly on the weather the kind of oil you have level ground always set your and some other things Instead of trying to parking brake and move the shift list everything here we ask that you lever to P Park contact a Pontiac dealer in the area where See Shifting into P Fark Y in the you ll he parking your vehicle The dealer Index If you are parking on a hill can give you the best advice for thai or if you re pulling a trailer also see particular area Parking on Hills or Towing Trailer in the Index Features amp Controls Ensure the shift lever is fully in P Park range before starting the engine Your Pontiac has a brake transmission shift interlock You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from P Park when the ignition key is in the Run position If vou cannot shift out of Park ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into P Park and also release the shift lever button on floor shift console models as vau maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish Press the shift lever button before moving the shift lever on floor
124. en eI 41 Safety Extender 2 4 ETE tats aua ad 43 Checking Your Restraint Systems a a e 43 Replacing Safety Belts after a Crash 43 Sass Seats amp Safety Belts Seats and Seat Controls Manual Front Seat This section tells you about the seats how to adjust them and also about reclining front seatbacks seatback latches and the folding rear seatback 2 410 Y Four Way Manual Seat option To move the driver s seat forward or CAUTION backward lift the lever under the left front of the seat To tilt the entire seat lift AN the lever under the right front of the seat Move the lever under the front seat to unlock it Slide the seat to Where you want it Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your to make sure the seat is locked into place Six Way Power Seat The driver s seat has three controls on the left side The front control makes the front of the seat go up and down i The back control makes the back of the seat go up and down The center control makes the whole seat go up and down or forward and backward Fully Articulating Sport Seat OPTION The switch pads on the outer sides of the If your Pontiac has these seats the seats inflate and deflate parts of driver s seat has th
125. en move the shift lever into the gear you wish Press the shift lever button before moving the shift lever If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of P Park try this 1 2 3 4 Turn the key to Off Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 Shift to N Neutral Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can Parking Your Vehicle MANUAL TRANSMISSION Before you get out of your vehicle put your manual transmission in R Reverse and firmly apply the parking brake If you are parking on a hill or if your vehicle is equipped to tow a trailer se Parking on Hills or Towing a Trailer in the ndex Parking over Things That Burn CAUTION Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Don t park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn m Engine Exhaust CAUTION Engine exhaust can kill It contains the gas carbon monoxide CO which you can t see or smell It can cause unconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs weren t done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly
126. en the right and left speakers Fade Turn the fade control behind the lower knob t move the sound between Ihe front and rear speakers 116 Play a Cassette Tape Press or p to rapidly rewind or Your tape player is built to work best with dvance the tape Press STOP EJECT to tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player The longer side with the tape visible goes in first If you hear nothing or hear just a garbled sound it may not be in squarely Press STOP EJECT to remove the tape and start over Once the tape is playing use the upper and lower knobs for volume and balance just as you do for radio The arrows show which side of the tape 15 playing stop the tape Program Press the upper knob on your system to switch from one side of the tape to the other Your cassette tape player can play continuously because the player has an auto reverse feature Eject Press STOP EJECT to remove the tape or stop the tape and switch to radio un 250 1 3 8H 10K AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Graphic Equalizer To Play the Radio Press PWR to turn the svstem on or off Volume Turn the upper knob to adjust the volume AM FM Press the lower knob to get AM or FM2 The lighted display shows your selection H AUTO REVERSE Tune Tum the lower knob
127. er Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires Be sure your vehicle s tires are inflated to the limit for cold tires You ll find these numbers on the Certification label at the rear edge of the driver s door or see Tire Loading in the Index Then be sure you don t go over the GYW limit for your vehicle Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Here are some rules to follow Safety Chains Trailer Brakes a Will you have to make any holes in You should always attach chains between If your trailer weighs more than the body of your vehicle when you your vehicle and your trailer Cross the 1 000 pounds 450 kg loaded then it install a trailer hitch If you do then safety chains under the tongue of the needs its own brakes and they must be sure to seal the holes later when trailer so that the tongue will not drop to be adequate Be sure to read and follow you remove the hitch If you don t the road if it becomes separated from the the instructions for the trailer brakes so seal them deadly carbon monoxide hitch Instructions about safety chains you ll be able to install adjust and CO from your exhaust can get into may be provided by the hitch maintain them properly Because you your vehicle see Carbon Monoxide manufacturer or by the trailer have anti lock brakes do not try to tap in the Index Di
128. er as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn old tires can cause accidents If your tread is badly worn ar if your tires have been damaged replace them 252 Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire Loading Information label which is on the driver s door shows thc correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than a mile If your vehicle is equipped with P245 50Z7R16 tires and you ll be driving at speeds higher than 100 mph 160 km h where it is legal raise the cold inflation pressure of each tire to 35 psi 240 kPa When you end this very high speed driving reduce the cold inflation pressures to those listed on the Tire Loading Information label Never inflate the tires higher than the maximum cold inflation pressures stated on the sidewall of the tires NOTICE Don t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation i5 all right It s not If your tires don t have enough air underinflation If your tires have too much air doccia you can get Unusual wear Bad handlin
129. er cylinder might ga down The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear When new linings are put in the fluid level goes back up The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system If it is should have your brake system fixed Fill your washer fluid tank only 3 4 full when its very cold This allows for expansion which could damage the tank since leak means that sooner or later completely full your brakes won t work well or won t Don t use radiator antifreeze work all your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint 242 5S0 iL isn E a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove hrake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check your brake fluid See Periodic Maintenance Inspections in the Index To Check Brake Fluid You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap Just look at the brake fluid reservoir The fluid level should be above the plastic seam in the reservoir If it isn t have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak After work is done on the brake hydraulic
130. er is in P Park With manual transmission the key should tum to LOCK only when you press the key release button On vehicles with a key release button try to turn the key to LOCK without pressing the button The key should turn to LOCK only with the key button depressed On all vehicles the key should come out only in LOCK 2965 Maintenance Schedule Section B Owner Checks and Services Cont At Least Once a Year cont CHECK CAUTION Parking Brake and N Automatic Transmission Park Mechanism Check Park on fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake With the engine running and transmission in N Neutral slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the P Park mechanism s holding ability Shift to P Park Then release all brakes At least every spring use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the underbody Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud other debris can collect Underbody Flushing sis 206 Maintenance Schedule Section C Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be department or other qualified service center do these jobs performed at least twice a year for instance each spring Make
131. ere will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Foreign Material Calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys and other foreign matter can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Use cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces for these stains 267 Service amp Appearance Care Finish Damage Any stone chips fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed accelerated corrosion rust can occur on th underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust sysiem even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring f
132. eriodic Maintenance 297 D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 299 E Maintenance Record LL iLiiusssuss A Tp er 302 Protection Plan Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan The Plan supplements your new car warranties See your GM dealer for details 97 Maintenance Schedule Introduction A Word about Maintenance We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition But we don t know exactly how you ll drive it You may drive very short distances only a few times a week Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot dusty weather You may use your vehicle in making deliveries Or you may drive it to work to do errands or in many other ways Because of all the different ways people use their GM vehicles maintenance needs vary You may even need more frequent checks and replacements than you will find in the schedules in this part So please read this part and note how you drive If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your Pontiac dealer the place many GM owners choose to have their maintenance work done Your dealer can be relied upon to use proper parts and practices Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps keep your vehicle in good working condition but it also helps the environment recommended m
133. es Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window since they may have to be scraped off later f abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window an electric defogger element may be damaged Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon Ami Powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water Wiper blades should be checked on a regular basis and replaced when worn Cleaning Twin Lift Off Roof Panels Special care is necessary when cleaning removing and or storing the roof panels Flush off dust and dirt with water then dry the panels Clean the panels with GM Glass Cleaner Leave the cleaner on the panel for one minute then wipe the panel with a soft lint free cloth Don t use abrasive cleaning materials Service amp Appearance Care Cleaning the Outside of Your Pontiac Don t wash your vehicle in the direct Finish Care The paint finish on your vehicle provides ys of the sun Don t
134. essen a e INE KE 10 pt 4 7 L Overhaul VIN Engine Cade gt EIS a 16 7 pt 7 9 L Ge Po es cesses Pao 22 4 pt 10 6 L Cooling System VIN Engine Code 5 With Manual Transmission 12 5 qt 11 8 L With Automatic Transmission Nr eq E RA 12 3 qt 11 6 L VIN Engine Code P With Manual Transmission CES hike hears 15 3 qt 14 5 L With Automatic Transmission ODE YN 15 1 qt 14 3 L Crankcase VIN Engine Code S SIDES E a 4 0 qt 3 8 L y VIN Engine Code P Without Filter Change eem nn 4 0 qt 3 8 L ee EN RE Eu MER SEO 4 5 qt 4 3 L Fuel Tank RIEN ENSE SE LS RN Manual Transmission Five Speed 44 64 ere eR ran KCN EUR ere TE 5 9 pt 2 8 L REO eee cee gies ein eee aeons eur tr mr xc Bear Axle 22 fl oz 118 ml Recheck fluid level after filling See Automatic Transmission Fluid or Manual Transmission Fluid in the Index Recheck the oil level after filling See Engine in the Index 277 Service amp Appearance Care Vehicle Dimensions b UIS TYPE 101 1 2 566 mm Tread CERE E E aa Mp 60 7 1 542 mm MENE GE Ea UU EAE TU 2o 60 6 1 540 mm Length Firebird and Formula
135. estraints Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal mjury The instructions that come with the infant 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 restrained in the rear rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat If you are using rear facing child restraint don t put it in the front seat Here s why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint be seriously injured if the right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of a rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag If your vehicle has a right front passenger s air bag always secure a rear facing child restraint in the rear seat You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat However before securing a forward facing child restraint ALWAYS move the front passenger seat as far back as it will Or secure the child restraint in the rear seal Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly CAUTION An unsecured chiki restraint can mo
136. et the road and make you lose control What should you do if this ever happens Let up on the accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want il to go and slow down The traction you can gel in curve depends on ie of your tires and Speed limit signs near anna yea am the road surface the angle at which the you should adjust your speed Of course curve is banked and your speed While the posted speeds are based on popi T you re in a curve speed is the one factor weather and road conditions Under less you amt favorable conditions you ll want to ga slower lf you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain reasonable steady speed Wait to uccelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway When you drive into a curve at night it s harder to see the road ahead of you because it bends away from the straight beams of your lights This is one good reason to drive slower 145 Your Driving and the Road Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example vou come over a hill and find truck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere or a child darts out from berween parked cars and stops right in front of you You c
137. eys 5ee your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS Key II to have a new key made If you re ever driving and the SECURITY light comes on and stays on you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it aff Your PASS Key II system however is not working properly and must be serviced by your Ponuac dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key II system If you lose or damage a PASS Kev II ignition key see your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key to have a new key made Features amp Controls m New Vehicle Break In Your modern Pontiac doesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Ign ition Switch e spand x 55 mph With the ignition key in the ignition OM C Unlocks the steering wheel 88 kmh orkess forthe first switch vou can turn the switch to five ignition and automatic transmission bul 500 miles 804 km positions does not send electrical power to any Don t drive at any one speed Acc Position in which you can accessories Use this position if your fast or slow for the first aries x 500 miles 804 km Don t operate your electrical power accessories Vehicle must be pushed or towed Press in the ignition switch as you turn warning tone will sound if you open the ihe top of it toward you driver s door when the igni
138. f Road Recovery 147 Windows iure ex FO GRECE TWIN Leer a RR i 134 Map 93 Oil Engine DOE CREE Markings Pavement 133 Operation of Lights eerie 85 Master Cylinder Brake 242 Overheating Engine 191 Mirrors 88 Owner Checks and Services 292 Outside Pp Naa a Electrice Control 59 Shifting into 2 Inside Day Night Rearview 88 P Park Shifting out ie Beal leah 73 Manual Adjust 88 Paint Manual Remote Control 59 Chemical Spotting 268 Visor Vanity Covered 95 Finish Care 266 Finish Damage 268 Foreign 267 Parking Brake Downhill On Hills On Hills with a Trailer Over Things That Bum Uphill Your Vehicle PASS Passenger Positions Safety M Rear Sent Right Front Passing Passing with Trailer Pavement Markings Pedal Travel Brake B d amp Bk kom mod kb mou kom ob ho wb mud wa og mo r3 o 4d bomo odo d Rouor Bo js dem d xo osx hos 4 ee ee koh oa bow u Periodic Maintenance Inspections Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program Pontiac Service Publications Ordering Information Bu Rom m m Bom Index Power AM FM Stereo
139. g Rough nde Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once month or more Don t forget your compact spare tire It should be at 60 psi 420 kPa How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure Simply looking at the tires will not tell you the pressure especially if you have radial tires which may look properly inflated even if they re underinflated your tires have valve caps be sure to put them back on They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation To make your tires last longer have them inspected and rotated at the mileages recommended in the Maintenance Schedule See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index you don t have P245 50ZR 16 size tires use the rotation pattern shown above for your size tires If you have P245 50ZR 16 size tires they must roll in a certain direction for the best overall performance The direction is shown by an arrow on both sidewalls Because these tires are directional they should be rotated as shown in the example above These tires should only be moved from front to rear and rear to front on the same side of the vehicle After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressure as shown on the Tire Loading Information label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index
140. g zones a falling rocks area or winding roads Be alert lo these and take appropriate action Winter driving can present special problems See Winter Driving in the Index 165 Your Driving and the Road Hills and mountains mean spectacular Parking Downhill Parking Uphill Sieg 5 obedit you Turn your wheels to the right If there is curb turn your wheels to the secs P the curb if there is curb A gentle vehicle shai Tor nem contact is all you need Another part of this manual tells how to use your parking brake see Parking Brake in the Index But on mountain or steep hill you can do one more thing You can turn your front wheels to keep your vehicle from rolling downhill or out into traffic Here s how If vou re going uphill on a one way street and you re parking on the left side your wheels should point to the right If there is no curb when you re parking uphill turn the wheels to the right If there is no curb when you re parking uphill on the left side of a one way street your wheels should be turned to the left Torque Lock Automatic Transmission If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transmission into P Park properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking paw in the transmission You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of P Park This is called torque lock To prevent torque lack
141. gh the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature When you replace your thermostat an AC thermostat is recommended 240 AAL 1 32 Code 51 5 7L LTI Code 1 Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is hot What to Add How to Check Power Steering Fluid the level should be at the H mark Refer to the Maintenance Schedule t Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick When the engine compartment is cool determine what kind of fluid to use See with a clean rag Replace the cap and the level should be at the C mark Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick NOTICE 241 Service amp Appearance Care a mme NOTICE When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for um adding water Windshield Washer Fluid Don t mix water with Brake Master Cylinder To Add ready to use washer fluid i Wi an cause the 5 ir Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID RE Sah RE ME freeze and damage your w j f z zhan 1 s Avis Add washer fluid until the bottle washer fluid tank and other amp parts of the washer system Also water doesn 1 clean as well as washer fluid Your brake master cylinder is here It is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in your mast
142. he surface of a curve or overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you re actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers 189 Your Driving and the Road CAUTION If You re Caught in a Blizzard newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats If vou are stapped bv heavy snow you anything you can wrap around yourself could be in a serious situation You should 97 tuck under your clothing to keep warm probably stay with your vehicle unless You can run the engine keep warm but you know for sure that you are near help be careful and you can hike through the snow Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clathing make body insulators from 170 Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and passibly for signaling later on with your headlights Let the heater run for awhile
143. he vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery f it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service 12 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or other metal Heavy Metal Engine Part B Good Battery C Dead Battery 187 Problems on the Road B Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your Pontiac The usual towing equipment is a sling type A or a wheel lift B or car carrier C tow truck your vehicle has been changed modified since it was factory new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps aero skirting or special tires and wheels these instructions and illustrations may not be correct 2 Before you do anything turn the hazard warning flashers 188 When you call tell the towing service When the towing service arrives let the low operator know that this manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations The operator may want to see them CAUTION That your vehicle cannot be towed from the front or rear with sling type equipment That your vehicle has rear wheel drive The make model and year of your vehicle Whether you can still move the shift lever If there was an accident what was damaged When your vehicle is
144. heck coolant at the coolant recovery tank by using the dipstick Add coolant at the coolant Engine Oil Dipstick and Fill Cap recovery tank The fluid should be at or a 5 7L LTI Code P Engine little above the FULL HOT mark on the See Page 224 dipstick when the engine is warm If the engine 1s cool the level should be at FULL COLD on the dipstick Cold Tire Pressure Se See Tire Loading Information label on the inside of the rear edge of the driver s door See Page 250 Fuel Cap Capacity 15 5 U S gallons 58 7L Use unleaded gas only 87 octane or higher for the 3 41 1 32 Code 5 engine 91 octane or higher for the 5 7L LTI Code P engine See Page 217 Spare Tire Pressure Compact spare 60 psi 420 kPa See Page 212 336 4UTOMOTIVE EXCELLENCE
145. hen impacting straight into a wall that does not move or deform the threshold level for most GM vehicles is between 9 and 14 mph 14 and 23 km h However this velocity threshold depends on the vehicle design and may be several miles per hour faster or slower In addition this threshold velocity will be considerably higher if the vehicle strikes an object such as parked car which will move and deform on impact The air bag is also not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts where the inflation would provide no occupant protection benefit In any particular crash the determination of whether the air bag should have inflated cannot be based solely on the level of damage on the vehicle s Inflation is determined by the angle af the impact and the vehicle s deceleration of which vehicle damage is only one indication Repair is not a good indicator of whether an air bag should have deployed What makes an air hag inflate In frontal or near frontal impact of sufficient severity sensors strategically located on the vehicle detect that the vehicle is suddenly stopping as a result of a crash These sensors complete an electrical circuit triggering chemical reaction of the sodium azide sealed in the inflator The reaction produces nitrogen gas which inflates a cloth bag The inflator cloth bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag inflator modules packed inside the s
146. hicle It must have jumper cables can reach but be sure Turn off all lights that aren t needed a 12 volt battery with a negative Ihe vehicles aren t touching each and radios This will avoid sparks and eround system other If they are it could cause a help save both batteries And it could ground connection you don t want save your radio NOTICE You wouldn t be able to start your Pontiac and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems E CAUTION 184 4 Open the hoods and locate the hatteries CAUTION An electric fan can start up even when the engine is nm running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan Find the positive and negative 7 terminals on each battery CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You don t need to add water to the Deleo Freedom battery installed in every new GM vehicle But if a battery has filler caps sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of that first you don t explosive gas could he present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn vou Don t get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help imme
147. highest B and C representing the tire s resistance 10 the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this While the tires available as standard or Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance lire is established for a tire that is properly optional equipment on General Motors The wheels on your vehicle were aligned inflated and nor overloaded Excessive vehicles may vary with respect to these a balanced carefully at the factory to speed underinflation Or excessive grades all such tires meet General Motors siye you the longest tire life and hest loading either separately or in performance standards and have been ot ai inati i overall performance combination can cause heat buildup and approved for use on General Motors MIC possible tire failure vehicles All passenger type P Metric edis ci id dts ci d uh Those grades are molded on the sidewalls tires must
148. i waters Console Storage TRUM Map Lights IA Seat Manual Seatback Latches Seathacks ee Towing Hook ups Fuel 5 2 6325 eer eee Fusl Gage Fuels in Foreign Countries Fuse Block Main ewe Fuses and Circuit Breakers koh om doRSRowo Rod oforoRoR ow X ESL d oG H 4 amp b B BOR Hob amp 176 267 Gages Engine Coolant Temperature 103 Engine Oil Pressure 104 B eccesso EXTEROS 100 Warning Lights and Indicators 99 Gasolines for Cleaner Air 219 EET 265 Glove 93 GM Participation in Better Business Bureau Mediation Arbitration Program 310 H alogen 5 245 Hatch X Hazard Warning Flashers 182 Head Restraints 14 Headlight Doors 86 Headlight High Low Beam 79 Heater Controls 108 Heater Engine Block 62 S 109 Heating Bi Level High Beams Highway Hypnosis 63 Hill and Mountain Roads 154 Hills Parking on 66 174 Hood Release 221 Hood Checking Things under rad 22 Hook Ups Front Towing 189 Hook Ups Rear Towing 90 THNN atn al ia 71 How
149. ias bias helted or radial as your original lines CAUTION Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by tread wear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States 2585 Service amp Appearance Care Treadwear The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are A B and C They represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking straight ahead traction tests and does not include cornering turning traction Temperature A C The temperature grades are the
150. ild s face or neck If so put it behind the child restraint Buckle the belt Make sure the release button faces upward or outward so you ll be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever need 10 5 To tighten the belt pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint 37 Seats amp Safety Belts Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure 15 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 and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Your vehicle has a right front passengers air bag NEVER put a rear facing child restraint in this position Here s why CAUTION You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier section about the top strap if Ihe child restraint has one You ll need a safety locking clip to properly secure child restraint in this position You can get a lacking clip where child restraints are sold or from your Pontiac dealer GM Part No 94844371 The locking clip must the same as the one shown here Until you have this clip secure a child restraint only in the rear seat See the earlier section about securing a child restraint in the rear seat Once you have the clip follow these instructions Move the seat as far back as
151. ill be removed and placed m their storage slots when the sunshades are attached Storage and Compartments Glove Box To open the glove lift up on the lever Use your door key to lock and unlock it The glove box has a light inside Map Pocket Each door has a map pocket There may also be a map pocket on the back of the seals Features amp Controls Front Console To use the storage area push the tab and pull up on the front end of the console There is a cupholder and light and be a coanholder in the console The console will also have a storage area for either cassette lapes or compact discs ta ee Close Out Panel The close out pane can be closed for hidden storage in the rear area of your vehicle To remove the close out panel 1 Close the panel If the close out panel is not closed and resting on the trim panel it cannot be removed 2 Pull the panel toward you to unsnap it Then slide the close out panel along th groove in the trim panel Reverse the steps to install the panel When carrying large or heavy items it is good idea to open the panel and place the items in the rear area CAUTION An improperly stored close out panel could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver You or others could injured If you remove the cover don t store it in your vehicle When you put it back always sure
152. ill stop them blocking your vision until the motor cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent overload 80 NOTICE When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer instructions for adding water Don t mix water with Cruise Control OPTION TION ready to use washer fluid With Cruise Control you can maintain CAUTION Water can cause the solution to a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or freeze and damage your more without keeping your foot on the i washer fluid tank and other accelerator This can really help long parts of the washer system trips Cruise Control does not work al Also water doesn t clean as speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h well as washer fluid When you apply your brakes or push Fill your washer fluid tank the clutch pedal if you have a manual only 3 4 full when it s very transmission the Cruise Control shuts off cold This allows for expansion which could damage the tank if it is completely full Don t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Features amp Controls To Set Cruise Control 2 Get upto the speed you want To Resume a Set Speed 1 Move the Cruise Control switch to 3 Push in the set button at the end of Suppose you set your Cruise Control at ON the lever and release it a desired speed and then you apply the 4 Take your foot off the accelerator brake This of course
153. ing system can more efficiently provide heat for the passenger area of your vehicle See Engine Block Heater in the Index Bi Level Heating You may want to use bi level heating on cool but sunny days This setting directs conl air toward your body and warmer air toward vour feet 1 Turn the air control knob to sas 2 Turn the temperature control knob to a comfortable setting 3 Turn the fan control knob to the right Ventilation For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed you can still direct outside air through your vehicle 1 Tum the air control knob to 2 Turn the temperature control knob ta a comfortable setting 3 Turn the fan control knob to the right 109 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems LOW P Defogging and Defrosting Air Conditioner Controls Windows The air conditioning system uses the same 1 Turn the air contral knob to OP 2 controls as the heating system except that the air control knob has two extra settings described below For an explanation of all the controls see 3 Turn the fan control knob to the Heater Controls earlier in this part The air conditioner compressor operates in MAX and in 3 when the outside temperat re is above freezing When the air conditioner is you may sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle s engine speed and
154. ing wheel controls for the audio system With steering wheel controls you can use the buttons on your steering wheel to e Turn the audio system on or off Adjust the volume Choose AM or FM2 Use the seek and recall functions Choose one of the preset stations on your pushbuttons Setting the Tone Use the levers to set the bass midrange and treble until you get the sound you want The 60 and 250 levers adjust the bass is midrange and 3 5K and LOK control the treble We suggest setting the IK lever in the middle position and then moving the other levers up or down until you get the amount of bass and treble you like Adjusting the Speakers Balance Turn the halance control behind the upper knob to move the sound between the right and lefi speakers Fade Turn the fade control behind the lower knob to move the sound herween the front and rear speakers 121 NE Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems eee To Play Compact Disc Before you begin please note don t use the mini discs that are called singles They won t eject Use full size compact discs With the audio system on insert a disc inta the slot with the label side up CD will appear on the display and track will begin to play If the disc comes back out and ERR appears on the display it could be that The disc is upside down It is dirty scratched or wet There s too much moisture in the air
155. ion Driver Position This section describes the driver s restraint system 2 Adjust the seat to see how see Seats in the Index so you can sit up Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle faces upward or outward so you would be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever had 21 Seats amp Safety Belts 5 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be NNNE NI The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching Q What s wrong with this A The shoulder belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause UTION 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 locks if there s a sudden stop or crash Q What s wrong with th s The belt is buckled in the wrong place CAUTION You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the
156. iously this could lead to serious trouble on a ramp designed for 20 mph 30 km h m Driving a Long Distance Although most long trips today are made on freeways there are still many made on regular highways Long distance driving on freeways and regular highways is the same in some ways The trip has to he planned and the vehicle prepared you drive at higher than city speeds and there longer turns behind the wheel You ll enjoy your trip more if you and your vehicle are in good shape Here are some tips for a successful long trip 161 Your Driving and the Road Before Leaving on a Long Trip Here are some things you can check e Weather Forecasts What s the Make sure you re ready Try to be well before a trip weather outlook along your route rested If you must start when you re not Windshield Washer Fluid Is the Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system fresh such as after a day s work reservoir full Are all windows clean don t plan to make too many miles that inside and outside Maps Do you have up to date first part of the journey Wear comfortable Wiper Blades Are they in good maps clothing and shoes you can easily drive shape On the Road ey Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Unless you are the only driver it is good Is vehicle long tri A If Have you checked all levels to share the driving task with others
157. ission If you have manual transmission the parking brake must be set 50 replacement transmitter to your vehicle the remaining transmitter must also be matched Once the new transmitter is coded the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle The system will turn on the interior lights for about 40 seconds or until the ignition switch is turned to Run when you unlock the doors or hatch The interior lights will come on for about two seconds when you lock the doors You can match a transmitter to as many different vehicles as you own provided they are equipped with exactly the same model system General Motors offers several different models of these systems on their vehicles Each vehicle can have only two transmitters matched to it Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring the remaining transmitter with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the To match transmitters to your vehicle 1 Find the Data Link Connector DLC It is in the bottom of the instrument panel near the steering column 2 Insert one end of a fused jumper into terminal C Terminal G 15 the top terminal on the far right 3 Insert the other end of the fused jumper into terminal A Ter
158. it will go before securing a front facing child restraint Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint the instructions Pull out the vehicles safety belt and run the lap part through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how see if the shoulder belt would go in front of the child s face or neck If so put it behind the child restraint 6 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button faces upward or outward so you ll be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever need to Then thread both lap and shoulder belt portions through the locking clip Lap Belt Portion B Latch Plate C Buckle D Shoulder Belt Portion E Locking Clip Seats amp Safety Belts CA UTION 7 Push and pull the child restraint in CAUTION N different directions to be sume it is AN SCCUFPE To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and remove the locking clip Let the safety belt go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an or larger child passenger m Larger Children Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle s safety belts Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But they need to use the safety
159. k drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they not It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving on Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well On a long uphill grade shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph 70 km h to reduce the possibility of engine and transmission overheating If you are towing a trailer and you have an automatic transmission with Overdrive you may prefer to drive in D instead of Overdrive or as you need to a lower gear Or if you have a manual transmission with fifth or sixth gear and you are towing a trailer it s better not to use fifth or sixth gear Just drive in fourth gear fifth gear if you have six speed manual transmission as you need to a lower gear 477 Your Driving and the Road Parking on Hills 3 When the wheel chocks are in place When You Are Ready to Leave after You really should not park your vehicle release the regular brakes until the Parking on a Hill with a trailer attached on a hill If chocks absorb the load 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold something goes wrong your rig could 4 Reapply the regular brakes Then the p dal down while you start to move People can be injured and apply your parking brake and
160. k your doors or unlock your hatch from about 22 33 feet 7 10 m using the key chain transmitter supplied with your vehicle Your Remote Lock Control operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules 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 interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Should interference to this system occur try this Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See the instructions on battery replacement Check the distance You may be too far from your vehicle This product has a maximum range Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal See your Pontiac dealer or a qualified technician for service 49 Features amp Controls Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment peration The driver s door will unlock automatically when UNLOCK is pressed If UNLOCK is pressed twice quickly all doors will unlock All doors will lock when DOOR is pressed The hatch will unlock when the opened trunk symbol is pressed but only when the ignition switch is not in Run and the transmission is in P Park if you have an automatic transm
161. king Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Making Turns When you re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle has t have a different signal flasher and extra wiring The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lights will also flash telling other drivers you re about 10 turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the green arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may thin
162. l Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 209 Problems on the Road Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in wrench counterclockwise Lower the jack criss cross sequence as shown completely e 210 CAUTION Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get the right kind Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with torque wrench to 100 pound feet 140 Don 1 try to put a center cap on your compact spare tire It won t fit Store the center cap in the rear area until 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 on your compacti spare you could damage the cap or the spare Replace the jack wheel wrench and flat tire using the storage instructions When you replace the trim panel be sure to tuck it under the weatherstrip Trim Panel Bolt Cover Jack Wing Nut Adapter Compact Spare Tire Full Size Tire Carpet Flap Tire Storage Bolt C GC 4 Ww h3 11 211 Problems on the Road Compact Spare NOTICE Although the compact spare was fully inflated when your vehic
163. le was new it can lose air after a time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 60 psi 420 kPa The compact spare is made to go up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km you can finish your trip and have your full size tire repaired or replaced where vou want OF course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again CAUTION 1 212 NOTICE NOTICE Don t use your compact spare on some other vehicle And don t mix your compact spare or wheel with other wheels or tires They won t fit Keep your spare and its wheel together You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow What you don t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels The method known as rocking can help vou gel out when you re stuck but you musi use caution 213 Problems on the Road CAUTION NOTICE Rocking your vehicle to get it out First turn your steering wheel left and ries right That will clear the area around vour front wheels Then shift back and forth between R Reverse and a forward gear or with a manual transmission between First or Second gear and Reverse spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while vou shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear If that doesn t get you out after few
164. lify the emission warranry or limir recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful iie General Motors however urges that maintenance services be CELL ro aa Hopee Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 krn 4 h Er SY Es zi Fuel Tank Cap amp Lines hae The services shown in this schedule up to 45 000 miles 75 000 km should be performed after 45 000 miles at the same intervals Maintenance Schedule Section Scheduled Maintenance Services Cont Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services Below are explanations of the services listed in Schedule I and Schedule II The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Section D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All ITEM SERVICE 1 Engine Oil and Filter Change Always use SG Energy Conserving oils of proper viscosity The SG designation may be shown alone or in combination with others such as SG CC SG CD or SF SG CC etc To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle s engine e g SAE 5W 30 10W 30 see Engine in the Index 2 Chassis Lubrication If your vehicle is equipped with grease fittings lubricate the suspension and steering linkage Lubricate the transmission shift linkage Emission Control Service parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle NOTE To determine your engine s displ
165. llow the solvent type Ifan odor lingers after cleaning solvent type cleaner instructions above vomit or urine treat the area with Shoe polish wax crayon tar and a water baking soda solution RUE D weh 1 teaspoon 5 ml of baking seda to asphalt will stain if left on a vehicle seat fabric They should be removed E eap 99 as soon as possible Be careful Finally if needed clean lightly with because the cleaner will dissolve them solvent type cleaner and may cause them to bleed 263 Service amp Appearance Care Cleaning Vinyl or Leather Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Care of Safety Belts Just use warm water and a clean cloth Panel Keep belts clean and dry Rub with a clean damp cloth to Use only mild soap and water to clean the remove dirt You may have to do it top surfaces of the instrument panel CAUTION more than once Sprays containing silicones or waxes may ues cause annoving reflections in the AN e Things like tar asphalt and shoe windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions polish will stain if you don t get them off quickly Use clean cloth and solvent type vinyl leather cleaner ees 26a Glass Glass should be cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner GM Part No 1050427 liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust Films Don t use abrasive cleaners on glass because they may cause scratch
166. lush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody vehicle washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ringlet shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this Pontiac will repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever comes first m Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials ossi 3202003860 WesherSoiventandGaslineDeicer Windehiekdweshingsystemandgalne Removes rust and corrosion on chrome and steel Ciana white and Black tres VinyliLeather Cleaner Spot and stain removal on leather and vinyl C 16000730 Power Steering Fuia 10s MehPurposePewderedCieaer O oo 04791 Wash Wax Concentrated mw DieecwicsHconeGmase tests eset Magic Mirror Gleaner Polish 1052497 Lubricant
167. minal A Te the bottom terminal on the far left You have grounded the program input line You should hear the door locks lock and unlock within one to three seconds 4 Press any button on the first transmitter The door locks should lock and unlack 5 If you are programming two transmitters press any button on the second transmitter The door locks should lock and unlock When matching transmitters the first transmitter code matched will stored in both memories unless second transmitter is matched This means that the second transmitter will not work unless it is matched in step 5 6 Remove the fused jumper from the DLC The system will not work unless 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 Battery Replacement Under normal use the batteries in your key chain transmitter should last about two years You can tell the batteries are weak if the transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it s probably time to change the batteries To replace batteries in the Remote Lock Control 1 If your transmitter has a screw remove the screw from the back cover If it doesn t have screw pop the cover off by inserting dime or similar object in th
168. n eye f you re too close to an inflating air bag it could seriously injure you Safety belis help keep you in position for an air bag inflation crash Always wear your safety belt even with an air bag and the driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle CAUTION An inflating air bag can seriously impure small children Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the Children and Safety Belts section of this manual and read the caution label on the front passenger s safety belt Air Bag System Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which has AIR BAG on it The system checks itself and the light tells you if there is a problem You will see this light flash for a few seconds when you turn your ignition to Run or Start Then the light should go out which means the system is ready Seats amp Safety Belts AL C U How the Air Bag System Works The right front passenger air bag is N Where is the air bag located in the instrument panel on the n The driver s air hag is in the middle of the DISPARI steering wheel 2 28 When is an air bag expected to inflate The air bag is designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes The air bag will only inflate if the velocity of the impact is above the designed threshold level W
169. n the vehicle s rocker flange flanges to avoid damaging them Raise the jack head until it Fits firmly into the notch nearest the flat tire CA UTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badlv injured or killed Never get under vehicle when it 18 supported only by a jack 207 Problems on the Road NOTICE Raise the vehicle by rotating the wheel Remove all the wheel nuts and take off wrench clockwise Raise the vehicle far the flat tire enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit 208 CAUTION N Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use cloth or a paper towel to do this bur be sure ro use a scraper or wire brush later if vou need fo to get all the rust or dirt off Remove rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces or spare wheel Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface CAUTION Never use oi or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing serious accident Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuls toward the whee
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171. nd GM trained and supported service people 216 _ NOTICE m Fuel The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification Number VIN shows the code letter for your engine You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel See Vehicle Identification Number in the Index 3 41 L32 Code 8 Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher It should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the U S and CGSB 3 5 92 in Canada These fuels should have the proper additives so you should not have to add anything to the fuel In the U S and Canada it s easy to be sure you get the right kind of gasoline unleaded You ll see UNLEADED right on the pump And only unleaded nozzles will fit into your vehicle s filler neck Be sure the posted octane is at least 87 If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If it s bad enough it can damage your engine If you re using fuel rated at 87 octane or higher and you still hear heavy knocking your engine needs service But don t worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you re accelerating or driving up a hill That s normal and you don t have to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid of pinging It s the heavy constant knock that means you have a problem 217 service amp Appearance Care 5 7L LT1 Code P Use premium unleaded gasoline rated at 91 octane or higher You may use middle
172. ng accordingly The light will stay on for about four seconds after the ABS stops working The LOW TRAC light also comes on during engine starting as a bulb check Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the red area your engine is too hot I means that your engine coolant has overheated If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull aff the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soot as possible HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY In Problems on the Road this manual shows what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index Voltmeter You can read battery voltage on your voltmeter If it reads less than 11 volts or more than 16 volts while your engine is running and it stays there you may have a problem with the electrical charging system Have it checked right away Driving with the voltmeter reading in warning zone could drain your battery 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 problem with the electrical charging system Have it checked While the voltmeter reads in the yellow zone your battery may not be able to power certain electrical accessories like ABS Tf this happens your ABS INOP light will come on See Anti Lock Brake system Wa
173. ng to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more take off the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down CAUTION Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods m Bulb Replacement For the proper Lype of replacement bulb see Replacement Bulbs in the Index Halogen Bulbs CAUTION 245 Service amp Appearance Care Headlights 3 Remove the screws and pull out 4 Pull out the bulb and disconnect the bulb housing electrical connector To replace a headlight 5 Reverse the steps with a new bulb 1 Open the headlight door by hand See Headlight Doors in the Index 2 Unscrew the bezel with a screwdriver and remove it 246 Center High Mounted Stoplight To replace the bulb 1 Remove the two screws in the stoplight lens Gently pull the assembly out and Front Turn Signal remove the bulb from the back of the 1 Using a screwdriver remove the assembly plastic screws from the deflector Reverse the steps with a new bulb under the vehicle Move the deflector out of the way Service amp Appearance Care 2 Turn and pull out the socket and the Rear Lights 3 Remove the wing nuts bulb To change any rear bulb you have to 3 Pull out the bulb remove the entire housing 4 Reverse the steps with a new bulb 1 Remove the trim panel from the side that you
174. nly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision 147 Your Driving and the Road So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead Look down the road to the sides and to crossroads for situations that might affect your passing patterns If you have doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass wait for a better time Watch for traffic signs pavement markings and lines If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a or an intersection delay your pass A broken center line usually indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear 148 Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic If you suspect that the driver of the vehicle you want to pass isn t aware af your presence tap the horn a couple of times before passing Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportumty For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle Also you won t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops Keep back a reasonable distance When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and don t get too close Time your move so you will be increasing speed as the time come
175. o do with your Could Cause Burns w lights Parking Lights PS Master Lighting Switch P Avoid Sparks or Flames 777 Fog Lights Mi Turn Signal Direction lt gt III Sparks or Flame Could Courtesy Lights A Explode Battery These symbols are on some of your controls Windshield Wiper Windshield Washer Windshield Defroster Rear Window Defogger Ventilating Fan 4 C 3 8 Brake System s These symbols are used on warning and are some other symbols you may indicator lights see Engine Coolant Fuel Temperature TER qu Hood Release ques Battery Charging System 2 Hatchback Release Engine Oil Pressure qr P m OO Speaker Notes Part 1 Seats amp Safety Belts Hee you ll find information about Seats ani aig 1 1g in i Safety Belts They re for Everyone E AE 5 ves SM Wii Hee E 0 22 T your Are Questions Many People Ask about Safety Belts and the Answers 19 You can also learn about some Safety Belt Reminder rnnt 20 things you should not do with How to Wear Safety Belts Properly css MEUS uice SUC ens safety belts rer EES ON ICE ES Ew o a E v d Chil e e UC EU 35 Larger Childr
176. oose to have this done at Pontiac dealership Service Department If you do it yourself sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading 234 NOTICE Then follow these steps 1 Remove the filler plug 2 Check that the lubricant level is up to the bottom of the filler plug hole 3 If the fluid level is good install the plug and be sure it is fully seated If the fluid level is low add more fluid as described in the next steps Check the fluid level only when your engine is off the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transmission is cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the transmission case Hydraulic Clutch How to Add Fluid The hydraulic clutch in your vehicle is How to Check Here s how to add fluid Refer to the self adjusting The proper fluid should be added if the Maintenance Schedule to determine what i level is below the STEP mark on the kind of fluid to use Sce Recommended When to Check and What to Use reservoir See the instructions an the Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to reservoir cap determine how often you should check the fluid level in your clutch master 2 Add fluid at the filler plug hole Add ovlinder reservoir and what to add Sec only enough fTuid to bring the Owner Checks and Services and lt i amp E iS a 1 4 E v TI level up to the bottom of the filler Recommen
177. op signs when you are on a through street Be ready to brake if necessary as you go through intersections You may not have to use the brake but if you do you will be ready If you re driving through a shopping center parking lot where there are well marked lanes directional arrows and designated parking areas expect some drivers to ignore all these markings and dash straight toward one part of the lat Pedestrians be careless Watch for them In general you must give way to pedestrians even if you know you have the right of way Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never knaw when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Here s a final bit af information about defensive driving The most dangerous time for driving in the U S is very early on Sunday morning In fact GM Research studies show that the most and the least dangerous times for driving every week fall on the same day Thai day is Sunday The most dangerous time is Sunday from 3 a m to 4 a m The safest time is Sunday from 10 a m to 11 a m Driving the same distance on a Sunday al 3 a m isn t just a little more dangerous than it is at 10 a m It s about 134 times more dangerous That leads to the next section Drunken Driving Death and injury associated wi
178. orary vehicle license or a decal across the defogger grid on the rear window NOTICE 111 gt Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems Flow Through Ventilation E Audio Systems System Ventilation Tips Your Delco audio system has been Your Pontiac s flow through ventilation Keep the hood and front air inlet free designed easily and Ke years system supplies outside air into the of ice snow or any other obstruction of pleasure int get the vehicle when it is moving Outside air such as leaves The heater and DT IE will also enter the vehicle when the heater defroster will work far better reducing Yourself with first Find out what your or the air conditioning fan is running the chance of fogging the inside of RON Mr opere your windows all its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering When you enter vehicle in cold that went into iL weather turn the fan control knob to the right for a few moments before If you have power door locks your driving off This helps clear the intake vehicle has a feature called Retained ducts of snow and moisture and i With ud reduces the chance of fagging the can io system even after the inside of eod e j ignition is off See the Index under Retained Accessory Power Keep the air path under the front seats M
179. ortably cool There is something about an easy stretch interior of road with the same scenery along with amp the hum of the tires on the road the drone and school zones vehicles turning left and right off the road pedestrians Keep your eyes moving Scan the road cyclists parked vehicles and even animals of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Don t let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors frequently and your instruments from time to time This can help you avoid fixed stare 163 Your Driving and the Road Wear good sunglasses in brighr light Glare can cause drowsiness But don i wear sunglasses at night They will drastically reduce your overall vision at the very time you need all the seeing power you have 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 As in any driving situation keep pace with traffic and allow adequate following distances 5 164 Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain If you drive regularly in steep country or if you re planning to visil there here are
180. ost trips m less than o miles 16 km when outside You will find these limits on your vehicle s Tire Loading temperatures are below freezing Information label See Loading Your Vehicle in the The engine is at low speed most of the time as in Index door to door delivery or in stop and go traffic arc driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal You operate your vehicle in dusty areas driving limits You tow a trailer use the recommended unleaded fuel See Fuel in the If any one or more of these is true for your driving follow Index Schedule 1 Schedule M Follow Schedule II only if none of the above conditions is true 283 Maintenance Schedule Section A Scheduled Maintenance Services Cont Schedule Follow Schedule I if your vehicle is MAINLY driven under one or more of the following conditions When most trips are less than 4 miles i 6 km d WHAT TO SERVICE WHEN TO PERFORM When most trips are less than 10 miles See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Miles kilometers or Months 16 km and outside temperatures Services following Schedules and whichever occurs firai remain below freezing When most trips include extended idling and or frequent low speed Every 3 000 Mile operation as in stop and go traffic Te eres When towing trailcr When operating dusty areas Schedule I should also be followed if zag the vehicle is used for delivery ser
181. otentially dangerous situation Likewise yellow solid line painted on the road means Don t Cross 130 V HOSPITAL INFORMATION BLUE signs with white letters show Shape of Road Signs A TRIANGLE pointed downward motorists services The shape of the sign will tell you indicates YIELD It assigns the right of way to traffic on certain something too approaches to an intersection An OCTAGONAL eighr sided sign means STOP It is always red with white letters CANOEING SWIMMING END DIVIDED HIGHWAY BROWN signs point out recreation areas DIAMON D shaped sign is a warning A TRIANGULAR sign also is used on or points of historic or cultural interest of something ahead for example the two lane roads to indicate a NO end of a divided highway a curve steep PASSING ZONE This sign will be on the hill soft shoulder or a narrow bridge left side of the roadway 131 Your Driving and the Road LEFT OR RIGHT TURN THROUGH ONLY KEEP RIGHT RECTANGULAR square or oblong signs show speed limits parking regulations give directions and such information as distances Io cities 2132 roo Symbols on Road Signs There are many international road signs in use today HOW TURN NO PARKING NO BICYCLES The basic message of many of these signs is in pictures or graphic symbols A picture within a circle with a diagonal line across it shows what
182. own as you turn i Remove the pressure cap 3 Fill the radiator with the proper mix up to the hase of the filler neck 197 Problems on the Road 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to 5 Put the cap back on the coolant 6 Start the engine and let it run until FULL COLD recovery tank but leave the radiator you can feel the upper radiator hose pressure cap off getting hot Watch out for the engine Fan s By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 35 198 7 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1 You can remove the radiator pressure the arrows on the pressure cap line up 5 7L LTI Code P Engine cap when the coaling system like this including the radiator pressure cap and NO TICE upper radiator hose is no longer hot un Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left until it first stops Don 1 press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still same pressure left 199 Problems on the Road 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap 5 CAU ION 4 Fill with the proper mix Add coolant but now push down as vou turn T 01 until you see a steady stream of Remove the pressure cap coolant coming from the bleed valves
183. power This is normal because the system 15 designed to cycle the compressor on and off to keep the desired cooling and help fuel economy 2 Turn the temperature control knob all the way to the right MAX Provides maximum cooling or quick cool down very hot days This setting recirculates most of the air inside your vehicle If it is used for long periods of time the air may become dry This setting directs air through the upper air vents A C Use for normal cooling on hot days This setting cools outside air and directs it through the upper air vents 110 Cooling The air conditioner works best if you keep your windows closed On very hot days open the windows just long enough for the hot air to escape 1 Turn the air control knob to A C for normal cooling For faster cooling move the knob to MAX Turn the temperature control knob to a comfortable setting Turn the fan control knob to the right Rear Window Defogger OPTION The rear window defogger uses warming grid to remove fog from the rear window Press the switch to turn on the defogger indicator light will come on to remind you that the defogger is on The defogger will turn off automatically after about ten minutes of use If you turn it on again the defogger will operate for about five minutes only You can also turn the defogger off by pressing the switch again Do not attach anything like a temp
184. r pedal To Stop Let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to Neutral Also use Reverse along with the parking brake for parking your vehicle Neutral Use this position when Your six speed manual transmission has a If you have turned your ignition off and you start or idle your engine feature that allows you to safely shift into wish to park your vehicle in Reverse you R Reverse while the vehicle is rollin will have to move the shift lever quickly R Reverse To back up press es bs the aem pedal and shi into atiess than 5 mph You will be to the right crashing through the high locked out if you try to shift into R load spring and then into gear R Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal 1 you shift from 6 into R the shift lever must be first placed in the Neutral position centered between 2 and 3 prior to shifting into R Reverse while your vehicle is moving faster than 5 mph Features amp Controls Shift Speeds MANUAL TRANSMISSION This chart shows when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy CAUTION MANUAL TRANSMISSION RECOMMENDED SHIFT SPEEDS IN MPH km h Shift SIG 3 4L L32 e2 rea 45 47 Code 5 34 35 51 38 D 5 7L LT1 Code P 24 If your speed drops below 20 mph 30
185. red by the Council of Better following toll free number Business Bureaus through local Better 1 800 955 5100 For further information Business Bureaus The program can about filing a claim you may also write resolve individual disputes involving 10 vehicle repairs and the interpretation of BBB AUTO LINE your New Vehicle Limited Warranty Council of Better Business Bureaus 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington 22203 We prefer that vou not resort to AUTO LINE until after a final decision 18 made under the Customer Satisfaction Procedure However you may file a claim In order to file a claim you will have to provide your name and address the vehicle identification number VIN of your vehicle and a statement of the nature of your complaint BBB staff may try to help resolve your dispute through mediation If mediation is not successful or if you do not wish to participate in mediation eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third party arbitrator at an informal hearing The arbitrator will render a decision in your case which you may accept or reject If dispute settlement process should ordinarily take about 4 days from the time you file your complaint to the time a decision is rendered or 47 days if you did not first contact your dealer or Pontiac We encourage you to use this program before or instead of resorting to the courts We believe it offers advantages Over courts
186. reo This means the Delco system receive C QUAM stereo broadcasts Many AM stations around the country use C QUAM to produce stereo though some do not C QUAM is a registered trademark of Motorola Inc If your Delco system get C QUAM your STEREO light will come on when you re receiving iL Care of Your Cassette Tape Player tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality ruined casseties or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they m y not operate properly or cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly each month or after every 15 hours of use If you notice a reduction in sound quality try known good cassette to see if the tape or the tape player is at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player Care of Your Compact Discs Fixed Mast Antenna Clean your tape player with a Handle discs carefully Store them in their The fixed mast antenna can withstand wiping action non abrasive cleaning original cases or other protective cases most car washes without being damaged cassette and follow the directions and away from direct sunlight and dust If If the mast should ever become slightly provided with it the surface of a disc is soiled dampen a bent vou can straighten it o
187. res meet the road Sometimes as when you re driving on snow or ice its easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide That means you can lose control of your vehicle 138 Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time First vou have to decide to push on the brake pedal That s perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it Thats reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Ape physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 86 feet 20 m That could be a lot af distance in an emergency so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important And of course actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road whether it s pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread and the condition of your brakes Most drivers treat their brakes with care Some however overwork the braking system with poor driving habits Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time
188. ris of the air bag possibly other parts system in several places around your Let only qualified technicians vehicle You don t want the system to work on your air bag system inflate while someone is working on your Improper service can mean vehicle The air bag system does not need that your air bag system won t regular Your Pontiac dealer work properly See your dealer and the 1993 Firebird Service Manual have information about the air bag system including repair or disposal can still inflate during impro Servicing Your Pontiac with the Air service You can be vini on When electrical work is done under the hood or inside your vehicle the ignition should be in LOCK if possible Avoid wires wrapped with yellow tape or yellow connectors They are probably of the air bag system OT Service 29 Seats amp Safety Belts Safety Belt Use during Your vehicle has a driver s air bag and a right front passenger s air bag Both bags right front passenger s air bag like this 1 Remove the cover under the Pregnancy Tae Safery belts work for everyone including must be disconnected if the igr 5 8 5 tected if the ignition has to pregnant women Like all occupants they E instrument panel be on for electrical work or if the steering column is to be disassembled First disconnect the driver s air bag like this 1 Turn off the ignition 2 Remove the SIR
189. rning Light in this part If vou must drive short distance with the voltmeter reading in warning zone turn aff all your accessories including your comfort control and audio systems 103 Features amp Controls Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light A computer monitors operation of your fuel ignition and emission control systems This light should come when the ignition ts on bul the engine 15 not running as a check to show you it is working If it does not come on at all have it fixed right away If it stays on or it comes on while you are driving the computer is indicating that you have a problem You should take vour vehicle in for service soon 104 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 could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty Engine Oi Pressure Gage This gage tells you if there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure The engine nil pressure gage shows thc engine oil pressure in psi pounds per square inch in the U S or kPa kilopascals in Canada when the engine is running Oil pressure should be 20 to 80 psi 140 to 550 kPa It may vary with engine speed outside temperature and oil viscosity but readings above the red area show the normal operating range
190. roads Your headlights can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas waich for animals If you re tired pull aff the road in a safe place and rest 151 Your Driving and the Road Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see same thing at night as 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision For example if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night 152 But if you re driving don t wear sunglasses al night They may cut down on glare from headlights but they also make a lot of things invisible that should remain visible such as parked cars obstacles pedestrians or even trains blocking railway crossings You may want to put on your sunglasses after you have pulled into a brightly lighted service or refreshment area Eyes shielded from that glare may adjust more quickly t darkness back on the road But be sure to remove your sunglasses before you leave the service area You can be temporarily blinded by approaching lights It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or vehicle with misaimed headligh
191. rt and water can too manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s into your vehicle s brake system If you The bumpers on your vehicle are not recommendation for attaching safety do both brake systems won t work well intended for hitches Do not attach chains Always leave just enough slack so or at all rental hitches or other bumper type YOu can turn with your rig And never hitches to them Use only a allow safety chains to drag on the ground frame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper 175 Your Driving and the Road Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly so responsive as your vehicle 15 by itself Before you start check the trailer hitch and platform safety chains electrical connector lights tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has electric brakes start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake 176 controller hy hand to be sure the brakes are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lights and any trailer brakes are still wor
192. s CAUTION NE 46 When a new Firebird is delivered the dealer removes the plugs from the keys and gives them to the first owner However the ignition key may not have plug If the ignition key doesn t have a plug there will be a bar coded key lag instead Each plug or tag has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep the plugs ina safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using these plugs If your ignition keys have plugs go to your Pontiac dealer for the correct key code if you need a new ignition key 47 Features amp Controls m Door Locks CAUTION N There are several ways to lock and unlock From the inside To lock the door move your vehicle the lock control on the door back To unlock the door move the lock control on the door forward From the outside Use your door key Power Door Locks Option Push the power door lock switch to lock or unlock both doors at once The switch only works when the ignition switch is in Run or Acc or when RAP is present See Retained Accessory Power in the Index Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle take your keys open your door and set the locks from inside Then get out and close the door Remote Lock Control Option If your Pontiac has this option you can lock and unloc
193. s Hom Interior Lights Instrument Panel and Cluster Warning Lights Gages and Indicators Keys Door I ee a ere ett T Ree ccc Aa Pe Theft PASS Key E New Vehicle Break Ignition Switch Starting Your Engine Driving through Deep Standing Water Engine Block Heater Automatic Transmission Manual Transmission Limited Slip Rear Axle Tilt Wheel The Turn Signal Headlight Beam Lever Operation of Lights Floor Mats Mirrors Twin Lift Off Roof Panels storage and C ents Sun Visors Pease YO Ashtray and Lig hter Part 2 Features amp Controls iq Od d amp 34 A34 se s do so mor omo bo oro ob mod mod bow doma amp b E O4 3 5 oa amp OP o4 amp om amp OH a s d o bono bom o Bo od od m3 5o Por d om A deo OR OA do ho doom OR ort mco oB Rogo nog to Bod voa d b oa b d amp d b b d BIR GA UAR BON RIB 4 pop rem t k i ok m hod a k mod bom mom o mod dom hoB 4o oA LRoR bBoRod BOR o 46 48 viru 54 56 56 38 n 62 63 Features amp Controls The ignition keys are for the ignition only The door keys are for the doors and all other lock
194. s that someone is using the wrong key it shuts down the vehicle s starter and fuel systems For about three minutes the starter won t work and fuel won t go to the engine If someone tries to start vour vehicle again or uses another key during this time the vehicle will not start This discourages someone from randomly Irying different keys with different resistor pellets in an attempt to make a match The ignition key must be clean and dry before it s inserted in the ignition or the engine may not start If the engine does not start and the SECURITY light stays on when vou try to start the vehicle the key may be dirty or wet Turn the ignition off Clean and dry the key Wait about three minutes and try again The SECURITY light will remain on during this time If the starter still won t work and the key appears to be clean and dry wait about three minutes and try the other ignition key At this time you may also want to check the fuses see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index If the starter won t work with the other key your vehicle needs service If your vehicle does start the first ignition key may be faulty See your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS Key I If you accidentally use a key that has damaged or missing resistor pellet the starter won t work and the security light will flash But you don t have to wail three minutes before trying one of the other ignition k
195. s 1o move into the other lane If the way is clear to pass you will have a running start that more than makes up for the distance you would lose by dropping back And if something happens to cause you to cancel your pass you need only slow down and drop hack again and wait for another opportunity Loss of Control If other cars are lined up to pass a Remember that your right outside Let s review what driving experts say a slow vehicle wait your turn But take mirror is convex The vehicle you just about whal happens when the three care that someone isn t trying to pass passed may seem to be farther away control systems brakes steering and you as you pull out to pass the slow from you than it really is acceleration don t have enough friction vehicle Remember to glance over e Try not to pass more than one vehicle Where the tires meet the road to do what your shoulder and check the blind at time on two lane roads the driver has asked spot Reconsider before passing the next In any emergency don t give up Keep Check your mirrors glance over your vehicle trying to steer and constantly seek an shoulder and start your left lane overtake a slowly moving escape route or area of less danger change signal before moving out of vehicle too rapidly Even though the the right lane to pass When you are brake lights are nod flashing ill he Skidding far enough ahead of the passed vehicle slowing down or star
196. sc this mixture you don t need ro add anything else 237 Service amp Appearance Care NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mix Suns be damaged The repair cost covered by your warranty Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Adding Coolant If you have the 5 7L LT1 Code P engine and this light comes on it means you re To Check Coolant When your engine is low on engine coolant cold check the dipstick on the cap of the coolant recovery tank The coolant level should be at FULL COLD or a little higher When your engine is warm the level on the dipstick should be up to FULL HOT or a little higher To Add Coolant to the Recovery Tank CAUTION Add coolant mix at the reovery tank but If you need more coolant add the proper N i be careful not to spill it CAUTION mix at the coolant recovery tank but only when your engine is cool If the tank is very low or empty also add coolant to the radiator See the following procedure and refer to Engine Overheating in the Index 238 Service amp Appearance Care Radiator Pressure Cap All Engines When you replace your radiator pressure Thermostat cap an AC cap is recommended Engine coolant temperature is controlled NOTICE by a thermostat in the engine coolant system The thermostat stops the flow of coolant throu
197. se hand signals the window Left arm straight out for a left turn down for slow or about to stop and up for a right turn 133 Your Driving and the Road Slowing down If time allows tap the brake pedal once or twice in advance of Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is Drive defensively slowing or stopping This warns the driver please start with a very important safety behind you Disabled Your four way flashers signal that your vehicle is disabled or is a hazard See Hazard Warning Flashers in for anything On city streets rural roads the Index Traffic Officer The traffic police officer is also a source of important information The officer s Signals govern no matter what the traffic lights or other signs sav The next section discusses some of the road conditions you may encounter 134 device in your Pontiac Buckle up See Safety Belts in the Index Defensive driving really means he ready or freeways it means always expect the unexpected Assume that pedestrians or ather drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do Be ready for their mistakes Expect children to dash from hehind parked cars often followed by other children Expect occupants in parked cars to open doors into traffic Watch for movement in parked cars someone may be about to open door Expect other drivers to run st
198. sh CAUTION AN To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle Everyone in a vehicle needs protection That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size In fact the law in every slate and Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle L Children 33 Seats amp Safety Belts Smaller Children and Babies CAUTION Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in child er infant restraint The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child A very young child s hip bones are so small that a regular belt might net stay low on the hips as it should Instead the belt will likely be over the child s abdomen crash the belt would apply force right on the child s abdomen which could cause serious or fatal injuries be sure that any child small enough for one 15 always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint 34 CAUTION Never hold a baby in your arms while riding ina vehicle A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 pound 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 pound 110 kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint Child R
199. shuts off the Cruise Control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the Cruise Control switch from ON to R A Resume Accelerate for about half second You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there CAUTION AN pedal CAU TION To Increase Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed Here s the first 1 Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed 2 Push the button at the end of the lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed Here s the second way to go to a higher speed 1 Move the Cruise switch from ON to Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and then release the switch increase your speed in very small amounts move the switch to for less than half a second and then release it Each time you do this your vehicle will ga about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster Features amp Controls DEF DN EI E To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control 1 Push in the button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want then release it 2 To slow down in very small amounts push the button for less than half a second Each time you do this you ll go mph 1
200. signal has two upward for Right and two downward for Left positions These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically A green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the tum or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts to flash Hold it there until vou complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows don t flash but just stay on signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the green arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check the fuse see Fuses in the Index and for burned out bulbs Headlight High Low Beam To change the headlights from low beam to high or high to low pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you Then release it When the high beams are on this blue light on the instrument panel also will be on Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the band with the wiper symbol on il For a single wiping cycle turn the band MIST Hold it there until the wipers start then let go The wipers will stop after one cycle If you want more cycles hold the band on
201. slot hetween the covers and twisting 2 Lift off the front cover bottam half first B1 Features amp Controls 3 Remove and replace the batteries Use two Duracell batteries type DL2016 or a similar Put the new batteries in printed side down 4 Replace the front cover Make sure the cover is on tightly so water won t get in Tighten the screw if your iransmitier has one inio the back COMET ee 52 Hatch Release Your door key opens the hatch 2 XecUfE ERR S Remote Hatch Release Press the switch under the light controls to unlock the hatch from inside your vehicle you have an automatic transmission your shift lever must be in P Park or N Neutral to use the switch If you have a manual transmission and the ignition switch is in Run you must set the parking brake before you can use the switch The switch only works when the ignition switch is in Run or Acc or when RAP is present See Retained Accessory Power im the Index CAUTION Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your Pontiac has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal However there are ways you can help Key in the ignition If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves so don t do it
202. so has the flow through ventilation system described later in this section 108 Heater Controls Fan Control Knob 88 Tum this knob to select the force of air you want Temperature Control Knob Turn the knob to change the temperature of the air flowing from the heating system Turn it to the right for warmer air and to the left for cooler air The temperature of the air can not be less than the temperature of the outside air Air Control Knob OFF The system is off Air flows through the upper air vents 4 Air is directed through the upper air vents and the heater ducts ef This setting directs most of the air through the heater duct and some of the air ir through the windshield defroster vents M Air is directed through the windshield defroster vents and the heater ducts SP This setting directs most of the air through the windshield defroster vents and some of the air through the heater ducts Heating The heater works best if you keep your windows closed while using it 21 Turn the air control knob to f 2 Turn the fan control knob to the right 3 Turn the temperature control knab to a comfortable setting During initial start up only if your vehicle is equipped with an engine block heater you can use it in cold weather around 209 8 or lower to heat the passenger area better than without ii Because engine block heater warms the engine coolant your vehicle s heat
203. some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mountain roads Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Don t make your brakes do it all Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill That way you will slow down without excessive use of your brakes CAUTION CAUTION 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 the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cul across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane That way you won t surprised by a vehicle coming toward you in the same lane It takes longer to pass another vehicle when you re going uphill You ll want to leave extra room to pass If a vehicle is passing you and doesn t have enough room slow down to make it easier for the other vehicle to gel by As you go over the top of a hill alert There could be something in vour lane like a stalled car or an accident You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems Examples are long grades passing or no passin
204. st Gear V6 Engine This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud f the selector lever is put in 1 the transmission won t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough NOTICE If your rear wheels can t rotate deret je ET ht happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against solid object You could damage your transmission Also if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overbeat and damage the transmission Use your brakes or shift into P Park to hold your vehicle in position on a hill Maximum engine speed is limited to protect driveline components from improper operation m Manual Transmission Five Speed This is your shift pattern Here s how to operate your transmission liFirst Gear Press the clutch pedal and shift into 1 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal You can shift into 1 when you re going less than 20 mph 32 km h If you ve come to complete stop and it s hard to shift into 1 put the shift lever in Neutral and let up on the clutch Press the clutch pedal back down Then shift into 1 2 Second Gear Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into 2 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the acc
205. sure any necessary repairs are completed at once and fall You should let your GM dealer s service INSPECTION OR SERVICE WHAT SHOULD BE DONE Steering and Suspension Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts Inspection signs of wear lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hookup binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open scams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust in the Index Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding and far damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Throttle Linkage Inspection 97 Maintenance Schedule Section C Periodic Maintenance Inspections Cont INSPECTION nu OR SERVICE WHAT Bo BE DONE Rear Axle Service Check the gear lubricant level in the rear axle and add if needed Sec Rear Axle in the Index A fluid loss in this system may indicate a problem Check the system and repair it if needed If your vehicle is used to pull a trailer change the gear lubricant every 7 500 miles 12 500 km Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook
206. system make sure the level is above the plastic seam near the base of the filler neck What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid such as Delco Supreme 11 GM Part No 1052535 Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only 243 Service amp Appearance Care eos 244 Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking Vehicles we design and test have top quality GM brake parts in them as your Pontiac does when it is new When you replace parts of your braking system for example when your brake linings wear down and you have to have new ones put in be sure you get new genuine GM replacement parts If vou don t your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Every new Pontiac has a Delco Freedom battery You never have to add water to one of these When it s time for a new battery we recommend Delco Freedom battery Get one that has the catalog number shown on the original battery s label Vehicle Storage If you re not goi
207. t of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between vour tires and the road you can have a very slippery situation You ll have a lot less traction or grip and will need to be very careful What s the worst time for this Wet ice Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all You can get wet ice when it s about freezing 32 F 0 C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Accelerate gently Try not to break the fragile traction you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Your anti lock brakes improve your ability to make a hard stop a slippery road Even though you have the anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock in the Index Allow grealer following distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might he fine until you hit a spot that s covered with ice On an otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes t
208. tant To go ta the next lower station and stay there for a few seconds press and hold SEEK Y and then press SEEK A for an instant To stop the scan function press either Pushbuttons The four pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can preset up to 4 stations 7 AM and 7 To set the pushbuttons for up to eight stations four AM and four FM just 1 Tune in ihe sration 2 Press SET SET will appear on the display for about five seconds 3 Within five seconds press one of the four pushbuttons Whenever you press that button the preset station will You can preset three more stations on each band by pressing a pair of buttons next to each other at the same time Just 1 Tune in the station 2 Press SET SET will appear on the display for about five seconds 3 Within five seconds press twa pushbuttons next to each other at the same time Whenever you press that pair of buttons the preset station will return Repeat these steps for each pair of SEEK A or v return pushbuttons Repeat these steps for each pushbutton 115 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems Setting the Tone Bass Slide the BASS lever up to hear more Biss Treble Slide the TREB lever up to hear more treble If a station is weak and noisy move TREB down to reduce the noise Adjusting the Speakers Balance Turn the balance control behind the upper knob to move the sound betwe
209. tch for telltale signs turn signals flashing an increase in speed or moving toward the edge of the lane Be prepared to delay your move Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night Leaving the Freeway When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advance Dashing across lanes at the last minute 15 dangerous If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stop and back Drive on to the next exit Al each exit point is a deceleration lane Ideally it should be long enough for you to enter it at freeway speed after signaling of course and then do your braking before moving onto the exit ramp Unfortunately not all deceleration lanes are long enough same are too short for all the braking Decide when to start braking If you must brake on the through lane and if there is traffic close behind you you can allow a little extra time and flash your brake lights in addition to your turn signal as extra warning that you are about to slow down and exit The exit ramp can be curved sometimes quite sharply The exit speed is usually posted Reduce your speed according to your speedometer not to your sense of motion After driving for any distance at higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are For example 40 mph 65 km h might seem like only 20 mph 30 km h Obv
210. teering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the passenger 97 Seats amp Safety Belts How does an air bag restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But air bags would not provide protection in many types of collisions including rollovers and rear and side impacts primarily hecause an accupant s motion is not toward the air bag Air bags should never be regarded as anything more than supplement to safety belt protection in 28 moderate to severe frontal and near frontal collisions What will you see after an air bag inflation After the air bag has inflated it will then quickly deflate This occurs so quickly that some people may not even realize that the air bag inflated The air bag will not impede the driver s vision or ability to steer the vehicle nor will it hinder the occupants from exiting the vehicle There will be small amounts of smoke coming from vents in the deflated air bags Some components of the air bag module in the steering wheel hub for the driver s air bag or the instrument panel for the passenger s bag may be hot for a short time but the portion of the bag that comes into contact wi
211. ter edge of the panel and pull it toward you CAUTION If T top panel is not stared properly it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash ar sudden maneuver People in the If you have this option you can remove one or both lift off roof panels _ CAUTION AN Don t try to remove the T top panels while the vehicle is moving Trying to remove a T top panel while the vehicle is moving cause an accident The panel could fall into the vehicle and cause you to lose control or it could fly off and strike another vehicle You or others could be injured Remove a T top panel only when the vehicle is parked vehicle could be injured Whenever you store T top panel in the vehicle always be sure that it is stored securely in the correct storage slot with the T top handle closed 90 Open the close out panel completely Place the panel in the correct slot DRIVER or PASSENGER in the rear area of your vehicle Make sure the handle is open and facing you when you put it in the storage slot Push the handle closed to secure the panel When installing panels be sure to align in the slot To lock cach panel in the weatherstrips properly Panels incorrectly storage area use your door Key installed may leak J NOTICE CAUTION IN An improperly installed T top panel may fall into or aff the vehicle You or others could be injured After installing a T top panel alw
212. th drinking and driving is a national tragedy t s the number one contributor to the highway death toll claiming thousands of victims every year Alcohol takes away three things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision Police records show that half of all motor vehicle related deaths involve alcohol a driver a passenger or someone else such as a pedestrian had been drinking Your Driving and the Road In most cases these deaths are the result af someone who was drinking and driving Over 25 000 motor vehicle related deaths occur each year because of alcohol and thousands of people are injured Just how much alcohol is much if a person plans to drive Ideally no one should drink alcohol and then drive But if one does then what s too much It can be a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the problem 136 The Blood Alcohol Content of someone who is drinking depends upon four things How much alcohol is in the drink The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association 180 pound 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up
213. th you will not be hot to the touch The nitrogen gas used to inflate the air hag will have vented into the passenger compartment and the hag will be deflated within seconds after the collision Nitrogen makes up about 80 of the air we breathe and is not hazardous As the nitrogen vents from the bag small particles are also vented into the passenger compartment In many crashes severe enough to inflate air bag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may occur in vehicles with passenger air bags because the windshield acts s a reaction surface far the inflating air bag CAUTION Don t attach anything to the steering wheel It might injure the driver if the air bag inflates NOTICE Don t set anything on or attach anything to the instrument panel It might injure the passenger if the air bag inflates CAUTION For up to 2 minutes after the ignition key is tumed off anc the battery disconnected an air bag The air bags are designed to inflate only once After they inflate you ll need some new parts for your air bag system If you don t get them the air bag system won t be there to Bag System are close to an air bag when it help protect you im another Please tell or remind anyone who works inflates Be sure to follow the proper crash A new system will on your Pontiac that it has the air bag service procedures include air bag modules and system There are pa
214. the oe Unlocking the Audio System after a Power Failure seg eens Si WORD pras ee awe Tips Steering Tips Ventilation Tire Logditio 22o rs Ting reve Luxuria Balance Wheel Chim rna REA Changing Flat Inflation Pressure Inspection and Rotation Temperature Grades 256 Total Weight on Your bcd D JM Y Traction Grades 256 256 Uniform Quality Grading 255 When It s Time for New 254 White Sidewall oasi osieraa 267 Tone Setting the AM FM Stereo with Cassette FAYE LL oves erm 116 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Graphic zu Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Graphic Equalizer cer 120 Top Strap Child Restraints 36 Torque Lock Automatic Transmission JAM Towing A Traillet erc a ea 171 Front Hook Ups 189 Rear Hook Ups sees 190 Your Vehicle 188 Traffic Lights 132 THETIC Offi aeos ren 134 Trailer Backing Up witha 176 Habe na 175 Driving on Grades witha 177 Driving With 176 Following Distance with a 176 If You Do Decide to Pulla 172 Making Turns witha 177 Parking on Hills with a 178 Passing
215. the inside of the glass will cut down on your already limited visibility Run your windshield wipers and washer occasionally Moisture can build up on the outside glass and what seems to be fag may actually moisture on the outside of your windshield 157 Your Driving and the Road Treat dense fog as an emergency Try to Pass other vehicles in fog only if you can find a place to pull off the road Of course see far enough ahead to pass safely Even you want to respect another s property then be prepared to delay your pass if but you might need to put something you suspect the fog is worse up ahead If between you and moving vehicles other vehicles try to pass you make it space trees telephone poles a private easy for them driveway anything that removes you from other traffic If visibility is near zero and you must stop but are unsure whether you are away from the road turn your lights on start your hazard warning flashers and sound your horn at intervals or when you hear approaching traffic 158 m City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them You ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving Know the best way to get to where you are going Try not to drive around irying to pick out a familiar street or landmark Get a city map and
216. the section with a clean wet cleaner at all Some spots and stains will hose hair dryer or heat lamp to help sponge clean off better with just water and mild prevent a nee ring See the ce evious Wipe off what s left with a slightly Spp pr damp paper towel or cloth If you need to use it then Then dry it immediately with an air e Gently scrape excess soil from the hose a hair dryer or a heat lamp trim material with a clean dull knife or scraper Use very little cleaner light NOTICE pressure and clean cloths preferably cheesecloth Cleaning should start at the outside of the stain feathering toward the center Keep changing to a clean section of the cloth Wipe with a clean cloth Special Cleaning Problems Non greasy stains Like catsup coffee Combination stains Like candy Greasy or oily stains Like grease black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft cream mayonnaise chili sauce and butter margarine shoe polish coffee with drinks wine vomit urine and blood unknown stains cream chewing gum cosmetic creams e Carefully scrape off excess stain then Carefully scrape off excess stain then vegetable oils wax crayon tar and sponge the soiled area with cool water clean with cool water and allow to asphalt Ifa stain remains follow the ary e Carefully scrape off excess stain foam type instructions above stain remains clean it with Then fo
217. the tape Press PROG to stop it Reverse Press REV to rapidly rewind the tape Press PROG to stop it To Play the Next Selection Press NEXT to hear the next selection instead of waiting until the current selection is finished For NEXT to work properly your tape must have at least three or four seconds of silence between each selection To Replay the Current Selection Press PREV to play a selection again Program Press PROG to switch from one side of the tape to the other Your cassette tape player can play continuously because the player has an auto reverse feature Cria The button lets you set the system for the type of cassette being used If vou are using chrome or metal tapes press CrO will appear on the display Noise Reduction Your sound system has the Dolby automatic noise reduction feature To Stop the Tape Player Turn the power off or turn the ignition key off The cassette stays in the player and will resume playing at the point where it stapped Press ST PL to stop playing the cassette and switch to radio Press ST PL to restart the cassette at the point where it stopped Press EJECT to remove the cassette or stop the cassette and switch to radio 118 a Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems 60 10K DELCO LOC O ngh ee Sw ihosi beai Ella bois ngo rend mari LLE karvesd
218. then amp Start your engine both your vehicle and the trailer can be shift to P Park or R Reverse for a CI LER e Shift into a gear and damaged manual transmission ru But if you ever have to park your rig ona 5 Release the regular brakes AEA the parking brake hill here s how to do it 2 Let up on the brake pedal 1 Apply your regular brakes but don t 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear shift into P Park yet or into gear for of the chacks a manual transmission 4 Stop and have someone pick up and 2 Have someone place chocks under the store the chocks trailer wheels 178 Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant belts cooling system and brake adjustment Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight 179 Notes 180 TTI you ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road Part 5 Problems on the Road Hazard Warming Flashers bees bende cree ee
219. tiac monitors product performance in the field We then prepare bulletins for servicing our products better Now you can get these bulletins too Bulletins cover various subjects Some pertain to the proper use and care of your vehicle Some describe costly repairs Others describe inexpensive repairs which if done on time with the latest parts may avoid future costly repairs Some bulletins tell a technician how to repair new or unexpected condition Others describe a quicker way to fix your vehicle can help a technician service your vehicle better 216 Most bulletins apply to conditions affecting a small number of cars or trucks Your Pontiac dealer or a qualified technician may have to determine if specific bulletin applies to your vehicle Individual PSP s If you don t want to buy all the PSP s issued by Pontiac for all models in the model year you can buy individual PSP s such as those which may pertain to particular model To do this you will first need to see our index of PSP s It provides variety of information Here s what you ll find in the index and how you can get one What You ll Find in the Index A list of all PSP s published by Pontiac in a model year 1990 or later PSP s covering all models of Pontiac vehicles are listed in the same index e Ordering information so you can buy the specific PSP s you may want Price information for the PSP s you may want to b
220. tick 9 4 Automatic Transmission Dipstick 10 if equipped 11 B Air Cleaner p Laz Code 81 Oil Fill Cap Brake Fluid Reservoir Power Steering Reservoir Windshield Washer Reservoir Engine Fan Clutch Fluid Reservoir if equipped When you open the hood you ll sec 1 2 3 4 5 Battery Engine Coolant Reservoir Engine Oil Dipstick Automatic Transmission Dipstick if equipped Air Cleaner CAUTION IN Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could he burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine SJL LTI Code Fill Cap Brake Fluid Keservoir Power Steering Reservoir Windshield Washer Reservoir Engine Fans Clutch Fluid Reservoir if equipped Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly 223 Service amp Appearance Care JAL LAZ Code 5j Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground 224 STL LTI Code Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actu
221. tilation and comfort controls and how to operate your sound system How to Use This Manual Part 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions Part 5 Problems on the Road This part tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving such as flat tire or engine overheating Part 6 Service amp Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your Pontiac running properly and looking good Part 7 Maintenance Schedule This part tells vou when to perform maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use 4 Part 8 Customer Assistance Information This part includes important information about reporting safety defects and gives you details about the Roadside Assistance program You will also find customer satisfaction phone numbers including customer satisfaction numbers for the hearing and speech impaired as well as the mediation arbitration procedure We ve also included ordering information for service publications in this part Service Station Information This is a quick reference of service information You can find it on the last page of this manual CAUTION You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use yellow and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning In the yellow caution area we tell you what the
222. ting to turn In a skid a driver can lose control of the to see its front in your inside mirror If you re being passed make it easy Vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most activate your right lane change signal for the following driver to get ahead Skids by taking reasonable care suited to and move back into the right lane of vou Perhaps you can ease a little to Existing conditions and by not i the right overdriving those conditions But skids always possible 148 Your Driving and the Road The three types of skids correspond to as soon as vou feel the vehicle start to While driving on a surface with reduced your Pontiac s three control systems In slide Quickly steer the way you want the traction iry your best to avoid sudden the braking skid your wheels aren t vehicle to go If you start steering quickly steering acceleration or braking rolling In the steering or cornering skid enough your vehicle will straighten out including engine braking by shifting to loo much speed or steering in a curve As it does straighten the front wheels lower gear Any sudden changes could causes tires to slip and lose cornering Of course traction is reduced when water 5 the tires to slide You may not force And in the acceleration skid too snow ice gravel or other material is on 181126 the surface is slippery until your much throttle causes the driving wheels to the road For safety you ll
223. tion is in Off Avoid making hard ee for LOCK The only position in which Pam Mie key EN MR the first 200 miles 322 km or you can remove the key This locks your Run 0 Position to which the switch so During this time your new steering wheel ignition and automatic returns after you start your engine and brake linings aren t yet broken release the switch The switch stays in the in Hard stops with new XGA m Run position when the engine is running linings can mean premature If yeu have an automatic transmission the But even when the engine is not running wear and earlier replacement ignition switch can t be turned io LOCK you can use Run to operate your Follow this breaking in unless the shift lever is in the P Park electrical power accessories and 10 guideline e very lime you get PURI HN display some instrument panel warning new brake linings and indicator lights make full throitle starts Start Starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch will return to Run for normal driving Note that even if the engine is mot running Acc and Run allow you bo operate your electrical accessories such as the radio and ventilation Key Release Button If vou have manual transmission your ignition lock has key release button You must press the button before you take your key of the ignition lock CAUTI 57
224. tries you may need to be towed out If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index 214 Part 6 Service amp Appearance Care GeV LC crea svo Maca dx iod RESI ERE ENTE SOR REDE 216 Checking Thin im underthe wales nana 22 Hood Release MC FR RUE E ER RR Tea e ER BEI RISE CUT CORE CEREREM 224 H 22 222 Ea RO ee en vill fins i Ls Automatic Transmission Fluid eU E 31 ere you will find information Manual Transmission Fluid 234 about the care of your Pontiac CIEN 235 This part begins with service MADE arre UP A een se EE ESAME fuel information and then it shows POEM LIA E eg te wires i SAC SHON PINE o rm rome mmm mc EM tn to E n me and Windshield Washer 242 DUBIE everest lala se Brake Mastr nC ee ee 242 technical information about your RM erates oe A as 245 vehicle and a section devoted Bulb Replacement CERERI T TAM i PITT s
225. ts slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching lights If there is a line of opposing traffic make occasional glances over the line of headlights to make certain that one of the vehicles isn t starting to move into your lane Once you are past the bright lights give your cyes time to readjust before resuming speed High Beams If the vehicle approaching you has its high beams on signal by flicking yours to high and then back to low beam This 15 the usual signal to lower the headlight beams If the other driver still doesn t lower the beams resist the temptation 10 put your high beams on This only makes two half blinded drivers On a freeway use your high beams only in remote areas where you won t impair approaching drivers some places like cities using high beams is illegal When you follow another vehicle freeway or highway use low beams True most vehicles now have day night mirrors that enable the driver to reduce glare But outside mirrors are not of this type and high beams from behind can bother the driver ahead A Few More Night Driving Suggestions Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and Glare at night is made much worse by diri on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Tobacco smoke also makes inside glass surfaces very filmy and can be a vision hazard if its left there Dirty glass makes ligh
226. ts dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly You might even want to keep a cloth and some glass cleaner in your vehicle if you need to clean your glass frequently Remember that your headlights light up far less of a roadway when you are ina or curve Keep your eyes moving thal way its easicr to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlights should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and aren t even aware of it 183 m Driving in the Rain Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble On a wet road you can t stop accelerate or turn as well because your lire to road traction isn t as good as on dry roads And if your tires don t have much tread left you ll get even less traction It s always wise to go 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 154 The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavernent markings the edge of the road and even people walking Road spray can often be worse for vision than rain especially if it comes from a dirty road 50 it is
227. uction A Word about Maintenance Cont Section D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants lists some products GM recommends to help keep your vehicle properly maintained These products or their equivalents should be used whether you do the work yourself or have it done Section E Maintenance Record provides a place for you to record the maintenance performed on your vehicle Whenever any maintenance is performed be sure to write it down in this section 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 may needed to qualify your vehicle for warranty repairs Maintenance Schedule Section A Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedules Selecting the Right Schedule This section tells you the maintenance services you should First you ll need to decide which of the two schedules is have done and when you should schedule them Your right for your vehicle Here s how to decide which schedule Pontiac dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be to follow happy with it If you to your dealer for your service Schedule I needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts Is any one of these true for your vehicle hase ack for vehicles that Most tripa are less than 4 miles 6 km carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits M
228. undry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Pontiac Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl with a clean damp cloth Your Pontiac dealer has two GM cleaners a solvent type spot lifter and a foam type powdered cleaner They will clean normal spots and stains very well Here are some cleaning tips Always read the instructions on the cleaner label Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn Lise solvent type cleaners in a well ventilated area only If you use them don t saturate the stained area If a ring forms after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Foam Type Cleaner on Fabric Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt Always clean a whole trim panel or section Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines Mix Multi Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge Don t saturate the material Don t rub it roughly Service amp Appearance Care 8 Assoon as you ve cleaned the section Using Solvent Type Cleaner on Fabric When you clean a stain from fabric use a sponge to remove the suds First see if you have to use solvent type immediately dry the area with an air Rinse
229. up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks Inspect other brake parts including drums wheel cylinders calipers parking brake etc The parking brake is self adjusting and no manual adjustment is required You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking NOTE A low brake fluid level can indicate worn disc brake pads which may need to be serviced Also if the brake system warning light stays on or comes on something may be wrong with the brake system See Brake System Warning Light in the Index If your anti lock brake system warning light stays on comes on or flashes something may be wrong with the anti lock brake system See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index Brake System Inspection Maintenance Schedule Section D Recommended Fluids amp Lubricants NOTE Fluids and lubricants identified below by name part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer FLUID LUBRICANT GM Goodwrench Motor or equivalent for service SG Energy Conserving II oils of the proper viscosity The SG designation may be shown alone or in combination with others such as SG CC SG CD or SF SG CC etc To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle s engine see Engine Oil in the Index
230. ur Way Manual 10 Roads Hill and Mountain 154 Smaller Children and Babies 226 3 Manual 10 Roadside Assistance Pontiac 314 They re for Everyone 15 Power Sin Way 11 Rocking Your Vehicle to Use during Pregnancy 30 Sport Fully Articulating ES Get it Out cece eee Why They Work 16 Seatback Folding Rear 15 Roof Panels Twin L ift o orcs 90 Safety Chains 175 Seatback Latches Front 14 Running Lights Daytime saia B7 Reclining Front 12 Running Your Engine while Securing a Child Restraint You re 76 Rear SCM 55 55 37 Right Front Seat 28 Index Service rrr a and Appearance 215 Engine Soon Light 104 Parts Identification Label 270 Publications 315 Publications Ordering Information Pontiac 318 Work Doing Your Own 216 Setting the Clock 113 Shape of Road Signs 131 Sheet Metal Damage 267 Shift Speeds Manual Transmission 70 Shifting into P Park 72 Shifting out of P Park 73 Signals Your Own 133 Signs Road 130 Skidding 2 5 Smaller Children and Babies Safety Belts Snow or Ice Driving on
231. use strong soaps Occasional waxing or mild polishing of beauty depth of color gloss retention and 97 chemical detergents Use liquid hand vour Pontiac may be necessary to remove durability dish or car washing non detergent residue from the paint finish You can get soaps Don use cleaning agents that GM approved cleaning products from Washing Your Vehicle contain acid or abrasives cleaning your dealer Sce Appearance Care and The sajat agents should be flushed promptly and Maintenance Materials in the Index The best way to preserve your vehicle s not allowed to dry on the surface or they n Your Pontiac has a basecoat clearcoat finish is to keep it clean by washing it could stain Dry the finish with a soft ur Por coa often with lukewarm or cold water 3 ji i paint finish The clearcoat gives more clean chamois 100 cotton towel denih und widen io Mos colina to avoid surface scratches and water EOM ETE UN isis NOTICE High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle 3 266 Aluminum Wheels Your aluminum wheels have a protective coating similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals chrome polish or other abrasive cleaners on them because you could damage this coating After rinsing thoroughly a wax may be applied NOTICE Weatherstrips These are places where glass or metal meets rubber Silicone grease th
232. ut by hand If Cassettes are subject to wear and the clean soft cloth in a mild neutral the mast is badly bent as it might be by sound quality may degrade over time detergent solution and clean it wiping vandals you should replace it Always make sure that the cassette tape is fom the center to the edge Check every once in a while to be sure in good condition before you have your Be sure never to touch the signal surface the mast is still tightened to the fender tape player serviced when handling discs Pick up discs hy grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge 127 Notes 128 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you ll find information about Road Signs ate We Code dina lll epigenetic 130 driving on different kinds of roads Defensive Driving CAE AURA CK Ts rcc v p er d EE 134 and in varying weather conditions i RAN EXT a e ET WO E eo We ve also included many other o a Vehicle ER A A E E E a OE NE CES ET I ROC 3s iz QU ERE ecce E eX KEEN BOR RUN UR 131 useful tips on driving Driving in the Le bere 154 Driving Fog Mist and Haze TRAE AE 156 Gu EOD LEM T ICE T Be esses lala CCS 138 Freeway Driving Lg i Iren kc
233. uy How You Can Get an Index Indexes are published periodically Most of the PSP s which could potentially apply to the most recent Pontiac models will be listed in the most recent publication for that model year This means you may want to wail until the end of the model year before ordering an index if you are interested in buying PSP s pertaining to a current model year car or truck Some PSP s pertaining to a particular model year vehicle may be published in later years and these would be listed in the later year s index When you order an index fora model year that is not over yet we ll send you the most recently published issue Check the ordering form for indexes for earlier model years Cut out the ordering form fill it out and mail it in We will then see to it that an index is mailed to you There is no charge for indexes for the 1990 993 model years Toll Free Telephone Number lf you want an additional ordering form for an index just call toll free and we ll be happy to send you one Automated recording equipment will take your name and mailing address The number to call is 1 800 351 4123 A VERY IMPORTANT REMINDER These PSP s are meant for technicians They are not meant for the do it yourselfer Technicians have the equipment tools safety instructions and knaw how to do a joh quickly and safely Pontiac Service Publications You can get these by using the order form 317 s
234. ve around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint your vehicle even when no child is in it Seats amp Safety Belts Top Strap CAUTION Vehicles first sold in Canada have child If your child restraint has a top strap it AN Voas a NE 5 the should be anchored x with Instructions for installing it This should be used only need to have an anchor installed with a child restraint and only to secure a you can ask your Pontiac dealer to put it child restraint al a rear seating position for you If you want to install an anchor An additional anchor bracket for a child yourself your dealer can tell yau how to restraint at the olher rear seating position do it is available at Pontiac dealerships in Canada Securing a Child Restraint in the Rear Seal You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier section about the top strap if the child restraint has one 11 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint 2 Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 3 Pull the vehicle s safety belt and run the lap part through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how Till the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed See if the shoulder belt would go in front of the ch
235. vice 5 Se 13 police taxi or other commercial See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance applications Services following Schedules T and Il Emission Control Service TAR E amp US Environmental Protection Agency has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle usef l E uo MAE urges that a all recommended maintenance services be n 9 n Every 30 000 Miles 50 00 km performed at the indicated intervals and A the maintenance be recorded in Section E Maintenance Record opere me mem Tank amp Lines Inspection The services shown in this schedule up to 48 000 miles 80 000 km should be performed after 48 000 miles at the same intervals MILES 000 KILOMETERS 000 E fy 1 4 i T I 1 Maintenance Schedule Section A Scheduled Maintenance Services Cont WHAT TO SERVICE WHEN TO PERFORM See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Miles kilometers or Months Services following Schedules and whichever accurs first Schedule Il Follow Schedule II ONLY if none of the driving conditions specified in Schedule I apply An Emission Control Service L S Environmental Protection Agency has derermined that the failure to this maintenance will mor nui
236. want to slow vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize Spin down and adjust your driving to these warning clues such as enough water A cornering skid and an acceleration skid Conditions It is important to slow down end peus iiis Meus are best handled by easing your foot off slippery surfaces because stopping amd slaw Gown the accelerator pedal If your vehicle distance will be longer and vehicle when you have any doubt starts to slide as when you turn corner Control more limited Remember Any anti lock braking system on a wet snow or ice covered road ABS helps avoid only the braking skid ease vour foot off the accelerator pedal Steer the way you want to ga u Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs with night vision problems or by fatigue Here are some tips on night driving Drive defensively Remember this is the most dangerous time Don t drink and drive See Drunken Driving in the Index for more on this problem Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlights behind you Since you see as well you may E need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles It s hard to tell how fast the vehicle ahead is going just by looking al its taillights Slow down especially on higher speed
237. wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder against the drag of the added weight The engine is required to operate at relatively higher speeds and under greater loads generating extra heal What s more the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer If you do here are some important points There are many different laws having ta do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving good source for this information can be state or provincial palice Consider using sway control You Three important considerations have to do a trailer are all important And it can 8 can ask hitch dealer about sway with weight also depend on any special equipment controls Weight of the Trailer that you have on your vehicle You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can wrile us at Pontiac Division Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza e Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 800 km your new vehicle 15 driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged Then during the first 500 miles 800 How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never weigh more than 1 500 pounds 680 kg under normal driving conditions It should never weigh more than 1 000 pounds km that you tow a trailer don t drive 450 1 driven
238. with a of about 0 06 percent The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce 120 ml glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1 2 ounces 45 ml of a liquor like whiskey gin or vodka It s the amount of alcohol that counts For example if the same person drank three double martinis 3 ounces or 90 ml af liquor each within hour the person s BAC would be close to 0 12 percent A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a slightly lower BAC level dm BOUT WEDHI BIUNDS The law in most U S states sets the legal limit at a of 0 10 percent In Canada the limit is 0 08 percent and in some other countries it s lower than that The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But it s very important to keep in mind that the ability to drive is affected well below a of 0 10 percent Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0 05 percent and that the effects are worse at night All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in an accident increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent three beers in one
239. wrong place like this In crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The beli forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you Q What s wrong with this The shoulder belt is worn under the It should be warn over the shoulder at all times CAUTION You seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen Q What s wrong with this The belt is twisted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt t is twisted make it straight so it can work properly ask your dealer to fix it o spread impact forces If a bell Z3 Seats amp saroy Belts To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out af the way Before you close the door be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle ES 24 Thaseehiche AR BAGS Font cecupanis CAUTION YOU NEED YOUR SAFETY
240. y Steer to maintain lane position then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane 202 Changing a Flat Tire rear blowout particularly on a curve If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level acts much like a skid and may require the place Turn on your hazard warning flashers same correction you d use in a skid rear blowout remove your foot from CAUTION SHE s Changing a tire can cause an injury The vehicle slip off the jack and roll UE ace WO YOU over you or other people You and they could be badly injured Find level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving want the vehicle ta go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If your tire goes flat the next section shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in P Park 3 Shift a manual transmission t 1 First or Reverse 4 Turn aff the engine To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put chocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposite end 203 Problems on the Road If you have speakers in the trim panel the
241. y Friday 8 30 A M 6 00 EST PUBLICATION FORM NUMBER ae om Do S0310 F Manu Pontiac Firabird 1983 10201495 wner jal In i Pontiac Firebird 10193572 Portfoli i 1993 NOTE Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name and also tha name of the person to whose attantian the shipment should be sent For purchases outside U5 please write fo the above address For quotation TOUS TOMER STREET ADDAR 55 10 O BOR ARS a Chook hore d your billing auras nom youl AREA shinmeug address shari DAYTIME TELEPHONE NO CODE ae Prce ta aito nates ard vite inzurhng stad Ve iio Series alias cannot be MAC Ns ad ani include 5 50 for additional and handing Finguastsz for manuals prirzmed in French should Buen Thapa members uy De Hund ima PSP bagas Your ne Girecied in Caadan Genaral Mocs iealershoa lint Product Service P utsication eos fe O0 each bidona costs 2 00 mios adequate time for posta persica 321 cw am quoti in 5 Fames Canadan residancs ara in make checks payabia r LS funds PS Ve Thee nb d E 4 T 7538 ws Me pt 11 i i P A e tt a Em i ua ah z ae 2 2 L
242. y time you need to To idle your vehicle with the DRL off set the parking brake while the ignition is in the Off or LOCK position Then stan the vehicle The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake Fog Lights Option Use your fog lights for better vision in foggy or misty conditions Your parking lights must be on or vour fog lights won t work To turn the fog lights on push the right side of the switch Push 0 to turn the fog lights off A light on the switch will come on when the fog lights are Fog lights will go off whenever your high beams come on When the high beams go aff the fog lights will come on again BT Features amp Controls um Ca IIR M 1 m Interior Lights Courtesy Lights When any door is opened several interior lights go on These lights are courtesy lights They make it easier for you to enter and leave your vehicle Courtesy lights include the dome light and other lights throughout the interior af your vehicle Front Map Lights Your inside rearview mirror includes two map lights Each light has its own switch Use the switch closest to the light to turn it on The lights will also go on when a door is opened Floor Mats Your Firebird s floor mats are custom fitted to the foot wells Be sure the driver s floor mat is in place If it isnt it could interfere with the accelerator or brake pedals B
243. you keep it serviced and maintained it s kun Limit turns behind the wheel to about 107 ready to go If it needs service have it Lgs all Working Are the 100 miles 160 km or two hours at a done before starting out Of course you ll sitting Then either change drivers or stop find experienced and able service experts Tires They are vitally important toa for some refreshment like coffee tea or in Pontiac dealerships all across North safe trouble free trip Is the tread soft drinks and some limbering up But do America They ll be ready and willing to good enough for long distance stop and move around Eat lightly along help if you need it driving Are the tires all inflated to the way Heavier meals tend to make the recommended pressure some people sleepy 1862 On two lane highways or undivided multilane highways that do not have controlled access you ll want to watch for some situations not usually found on freeways Examples stop signs and signals shopping centers with direct access 10 the highway no passing zones Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some lips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comf
244. your right foot and set the parking brake Move the shift lever into Park position like this Hold in the button on the lever and push the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle Move the ignition key to LOCK Remove the key and take it with you If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in P Park Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CAUTION If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in P Park and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you ve moved the shift lever into the P Park position hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from P Park without first pushing the hutton If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into P Park Shifting out of P Park AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Your Pontiac has a brake transmission shift interlock You have to fully apply vour regular brake before you can shift from P Park when the ignition is in the Run position See Automatic Transmission in the Index Td Features amp Controls If you cannot shift out af P Park ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way inta P Park and also release the shift lever button on floor shift console models as you maintain brake application Th
245. your ignition key to 5tart When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm NOTICE 3 If your engine won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the Start for about three seconds If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing bur this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds This clears the extra gasoline from the engine 59 Features amp Controls NOTICE To start your engine 1 Don t push the accelerator pedal hefore starting your engine In some other vehicles you might need to do this hut because of vour vehicle s computer systems vou don t 2 Turn the ignition key to Start When the engine staris let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm lf it doesn t start within 10 seconds push the accelerator pedal all the way the floor while you hold the ignition key in Start When the engine starts let go of the key and let up on the accelerator pedal Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery NOTICE When starting your engine in very cold weather below or 18 C do this 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to Start and hold it there When th

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