1994 Pontiac Bonneville Owners Manual

outside, the Twilight Sentinel turns your headlights on automatically, when they’re needed. Avoid covering the sensor located near the windshield, by the defroster outlet-otherwise your headlights will stay on. Also, it’s possible that your headlights might go out if you drove from a dark area into a bright area, such as a lighted parking lot. If this happens, turn on your headlights with the regular headlight switch. Second, to light your way when you leave your vehicle, the Twilight Sentinel will keep your headlights on for as long as three minutes. Rotate the Twilight Sentinel switch to “MAX” for a three-minute delay. Rotate it the other way to reduce the delay.

Fog Lights The switch for your fog lights is in the overhead console. An indicator light in the switch will glow when the fog lights are switched on. You] headlights must be on low beams, or you parking lights must be on, for your fog lights to work.

kont Reading Lights, ?hese lights and the interior courtesy ights will come on when you open the loors. To turn on a reading light when the doors Ire closed, press either switch. Press it igain to turn the light off. To avoid draining your vehicle’s battery, )e sure to turn off the reading lights when eaving your vehicle.

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Rear Reading Lights These overhead lights and the interior courtesy lights will come on when you open the doors. To turn on the reading light when the door is closed, slide the switch up. Slide it down to turn off the light.

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To reduce glare from lights behind you, pull the lever toward you to the night position.

This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare when set in the “On” position. One photocell on the back of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside. Another photocell is built into the mirror surface to sense headlights behind you. The mirror will darken gradually to reduce glare. This change. may take a few moments. OFF: Shuts off the Daymight function. The mirror will stay in the Day setting.

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To keep the photocells operating well, occasionally clean them with a cotton swab and glass cleaner.

Manual Remote Control Mirror

The outside rearview mirror should be adjusted so you can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position. Adjust the driver side outside mirror with the control lever on the driver’s door. To adjust your passenger side mirror, sit in the driver’s seat and have a passenger adjust the mirror for you.

H 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.

Power Remote Control Mirrors (OPTION)

A control lever on the driver’s door controls both outside rearview mirrors. Select the mirror you want to adjust by rotating the lever to the left or right. Adjust each mirror so that you can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position. When you operate the optional rear window defogger, the outside rearview mirrors are also heated to help clear them of ice and snow.

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Card Holder

The front doors on some vehicles have a card holder for convenient storage of business cards or parking lot ticket stubs. The card holder has space for up to five regular business cards.

H Sun Visors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also remove them from the center mount and swing them to the side, while the auxiliary sunshade remains to block glare from the front.

Visor Vanity Mirrors

Standard Mirror: Open the cover to expose the vanity mirror. Lighted Mirrors: If your vehicle has the optional lighted vanity mirrors, the lights come on when you open the cover. These can even be used for reading. You can adjust the brightness of the lights with the switch.

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Express Open Sunroof (OPTION)

Your express open sunroof provides an airy, spacious feel to your vehicle’s interior and can also increase ventilation. It includes a sliding glass panel and a sliding sunshade. The control switch will work only when the ignition is on or during Retained Accessory Power, if you have that option. See “Retained Accessory Power” in the Index.

To Open the Sunroof: Press the control switch rearward and release it to open the glass panel and sunshade. If you want to stop the sunroof in a partially open position, lightly press the switch again. Press the switch rearward again to open fully. The sunshade can also be opened by hand. To Close the Sunroof: Press and hold the control switch forward to close the glass panel. The sunshade can only be closed by hand. The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or closed if your vehicle has an electrical failure.

To Open the Sunroof Rear Vent: Press the control switch forward when the sunroof is closed. Open the sunshade by hand. To Close the Sunroof Rear Vent: Press the switch rearward.

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Storage Armrest (OPTION)

Console Shift Models: Press the button at the front edge to open the armrest storage area for cassette tapes, gloves, etc. A cup holder flips forward for use. There’s also a bin for storage underneath the armrest storage area.

Column Shift Models: The front armrest opens into a storage area for cassette tapes, gloves, etc. To open it, hold down the base and lift the lid. A cup holder flips forward and unfolds to hold two cups.

1 Door Cup Holder The front doors provide space for holding a cup or soft drink.

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Lift the rear of the armrest to reveal the storage space.

Pull down the interior door to access the trunk for storing long objects.

Ashtrays

Lift the cover to reveal the front ashtray. To clean the ashtray, lift it out by pulling on the snuffer.

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Ashtrays (CONT.)

To open the rear ashtrays, lift the cover.

Lighters

On models without a console, there’s an ashtray/cup holder under the instrument panel. To clean the ashtray, lift it out by pulling up on the tabs on either side. It snaps back into place.

NOTICE: Don’t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays. If you do, cigarettes or other smoking inaterials could set them on fire, causing damage.

To use a lighter, just push the center in all the way and let it go. When it is ready the center will pop back by itself. Pull out the entire unit to use.

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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 overheat, damaging the lighter and the heating element.

Sunglasses Storage

Accessory Outlet

With the overhead console, you have a storage door for sunglasses. Press the rear edge of the storage door to release it. Place your sunglasses inside the door. To close the door, raise it and press it into position.

On models with the overhead console, there is a 12-volt ignition fed outlet. Slide the cover aside to access the outlet.

NOTICE: Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working as they should. This wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment, and never use anything requiring more than 15 amps.

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The Instrument Panel-Your Information System

Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically; The main components of your instrument panel are: 1. Light Controls/Twilight Sentinel

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(Option) 2. Side Vent 3. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever

4. Electronic Compass (Option) 5. Instrument Cluster 6. Ignition Switch 7. Driver Information Center (Option) 8. Trip Odometer Reset 9. Gage Cluster (Option) 10. Climate Controls/Rear Window

Defogger

11. Lighter 12. Temperature Sensor 13. Glove Box Door Handle 14. Side Vents 15. Center Vent

16. Audio System 17. Gear Shift Lever 18. Ashtray 19. Console Switch Bank (Option) 20. Gain Control (Option) 21. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch 22. Horn 23. Steering Wheel Audio Controls

(Option)

24. Head-Up Display Cqntrol. (Option) 25. Hood Release 26. Tilt Wheel Lever

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Instrument Panel Clusters

Your Pontiac is equipped with one of these instrument panel clusters, which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages. Be sure to read about those that apply to the instrument panel cluster for your vehicle.

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Speedometer and Odometer

Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (kmh). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the U.S.) or kilometers (used in Canada). The odometer and trip odometer are displayed in the Driver Information Center on vehicles so equipped. Tamper Resistant Odometer

Your Pontiac has a tamper resistant odometer. If you see silver lines between the numbers, you’ll know that someone has probably tried to turn it back, so the numbers may not be true. You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer, then it must be. But if it can’t, then it’s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver’s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed.

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I Tachometer (OPTION) ’he tachometer shows your engine speed I revolutions per minute (rpm). Do not un your engine at speeds in the red area.

Trip Odometer

The trip odometer can tell you how far you have driven since you last reset it. To set it to zero:

On vehicles with the Driver Information Center, press the button labeled “TRIP’. On vehicles with the Systems Monitor. the button is next to the trip odometer. Push and release in a smooth, continuous motion unti zeroes appear.

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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 please get to know your warning lights and gages. They’re a big help. Your vehicle may also have a Driver Information System that works along with the warning lights and gages. See “Driver Information System” in the Index. Warning Lights Your Pontiac has some of the warning light systems shown here. The symbols are explained on the following pages.

Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators

This section describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that 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 of your vehicle’s functions. As 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 working. If 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.

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Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light tells you that your engine coolant has overheated or your radiator cooling fans are not working. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn the engine off as soon as possible.

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HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY! In “Problems on the Road”, this manual shows what to do. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index. Some clusters with gages do not have a coolant temperature warning light. In those clusters a “CHECK GAGES” warning light will alert you of a potential coolant heating problem.

The “LOW COOLANT” warning light will also come on when you turn on the ignition, but your engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. If it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed right away. After the bulb check, the light will go out for 20 seconds. If the light comes back on after 20 seconds, the system may be low on coolant. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index.

LOW COOLANT

Low Coolant Warning Light If you have this light and it comes on, you system may be low on coolant and the engine may overheat. Check to see if the level is low at the recovery tank, and add coolant if necessary. If the level is not low. have your low coolant warning system serviced. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index.

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If the engine oil is low, add oil as required. See “Adding Engine Oil” in the Index. If additional oil is not needed or the engine oil warning light stays on, then have the light investigated at a qualified service agent immediately. The oil light could also come on in two other situations:

When the ignition is on but the engine is not running, the light will come on as a test to show you it is working, but the light will go out when you turn the ignition to “Start”. If it doesn’t come on with the ignition on, you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb. Have it fixed right away. If you make a hard stop, the light may come on for a moment. This is normal.

:lusters with gages use the “CHECK ;AGES” warning light to alert you of a hotential oil pressure problem.

NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty.

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XI Warning Light ’ you have a problem with your oil, this I1 li ght may stay on after you start your el ngine, or come on when you are driving. ‘his may indicate that oil is not going tl lrough your engine quickly enough to eep it cool. The engine could be low on kl il, or could have some other oil problem, ’ you are driving, carefully pull over to a If ife location and stop to check the oil Si le :vel. See “Checking Engine Oil Level” ir I the Index.

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the oil to drain back into the oil pan and prevent a false low condition. If the “CHECK OIL LEVEL” warning comes on, the oil level should be checked at the oil dipstick. If the level is low, the engine oil should be brought up to the proper level (see “Engine Oil” in the Index). After restoring the proper level and waiting for the eight-minute drainback, the key can be turned to the “Run” position and the “CHECK OIL LEVEL” warning light should only come on as a bulb check.

CHECK OIL

LEVEL

:heck Oil Level Warning Light (OPTION) ’his light indicates when the engine oil :vel is 1 to 1 1/2 quarts (0.95 L to 1.4 L) 3w. The light will go on for one to three econds when the ignition is turned to the Run” position, as a bulb check to show ou that the system is working. If the light oesn’t come on, have your oil level vlarning system serviced. :veri if you have a low oil level, the light d l go off for 15 to 20 seconds. Then, if le oil level is low, and it has been at least ight minutes since your engine was last unning, the “CHECK OIL LEVEL” light d l come on for 20 to 40 seconds. The ight-minute delay allows the majority of

3attery Warning Light..: This light will come on briefly whm you start the vehicle, as a check to show you i is working, then it should go out. IF it stays on, or comes on while you ai-6, driving, you may have a problem Gith thc electrical charging system. It could indicate that you have a generator ” problem or another electrical system problem. Have it checked right away. Driving while this light is on could drain your battery.

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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.

Features & Controls Battery Warning Light (CONT.) If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be certain to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio and climate control system. Some clusters with gages do not have a battery warning light. They have a “CHECK GAGES” warning to indicate a problem. Vehicles with the supercharged engine also have a similar battery warning light.

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SERVICE

ENGINE SOON

Malfunction Indicator .amp (Service Engine Soon Light) 1 computer monitors operation of your uel, ignition and emission control ystems. This light should come on when he ignition is on, but the engine is not unning, as a check to show you it is iorking. If it does not come on at all, ave it fixed right away. If it stays on, or : comes on while you are driving, the omputer is indicating that you have a roblem. You should take your vehicle in x- service soon.

have anti-lock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, you don’t have anti-lock brakes and there’s a problem with your regular brakes. See “Brake System Warning Light” earlier in this part. The anti-lock brake system warning light may also come on when you are driving with a compact spare tire. If this happens, the light means you won’t have anti-lock until you replace the compact spare with a full-size tire. If the warning light stays on after you replace the compact spare with a full-size tire, or if it comes on again when you’re driving, your Pontiac needs service.

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Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With anti-lock, this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal. If the light doesn’t come on, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. If the light stays on, turn the ignition off. Or, if the light comes on when you’re driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while you’re driving, your Pontiac needs service. If the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes, but you don’t

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TRACTION OFF

Traction Control System Warning Light (omoN) The “TRACTION OFF” warning light means that the system is not working. This warning light may come on for the following reasons: 0 If the engine. cannot provide power reduction for traction control, due to an engine problem, the “TRACTION OFF” warning light will come on and stay on during that time.

When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. If the “TRACTION OFF” warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time, even when you’ve switched the system on, your vehicle needs service.

Gages Your Pontiac may have many of the following gages. Be sure to read about the mes that came with your vehicle.

To prevent overheating, the traction control system will go off and the warning light will come on until your brakes cool down. The warning light will come on for varying periods of time. If you turn the system off by pressing the switch on the center console while the vehicle is at any speed, the warning light will come on and stay on. To turn the system back on, press the switch again at any vehicle speed. The warning light should go off. The system will also turn itself on if you turn your ignition off and back on again.

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>heck Gages Warning Jght (OPTION) ‘his light will come on briefly when you re starting the engine. If the light comes n and stays on while you are driving, heck your gages for fuel, coolant :mperature, oil pressure or voltage. This ght will stay on if your engine is not Inning.

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Fuel Gage You will either have this fuel gage or one very similar. Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left, when the ignition is on. When the gage reads in the yellow band, a warning chime will sound and the “CHECK GAGES” warning light will go on, if you have this option. Here are five things that some owners ask about. None of these indicate a problem with your fuel gage: 0 At the service station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads “F” (Full).

It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank’s capacity to fill the tank. The gage moves a little when you turn a corner, speed up, or make a hard stop. The gage doesn’t go back to “E” (Empty) when you turn off the ignition. If you have the large span (220”) gage, the needle moves more for a given amount of fuel. This does not indicate excessive fuel consumption, and is normal.

For your fuel tank capacity, see “Service Station Information” on the last page of this manual.

HOTCOOLANTCANBURNYOU BADLY! In “Problems on the Road”, this manual shows what to do. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index.

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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! The “CHECK GAGES” light will go on and a warning chime will sound, if you have this option. It means that your engine coolant has overheated. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off thc road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible.

Oil Pressure Gage (omom-) The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kPa (kiloPascals). Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity, but readings above the red warning zone indicate the normal operating range. A reading in the red zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or another problem causing low oil pressure. The “CHECK GAGES” light will go on and a warning chime will sound, if you have this option.

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Features & Controls Oi/ Pressure Gage (OPTION) (CONK) Driving your vehicle with low oil pressure can cause extensive engine damage.

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neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty.

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Voltmeter (omoN) Vhen the engine is running, the gage hows the condition of the charging ystem. Readings between the red Iarning zones indicate the normal l o perating range. Leadings in either red warning zone ldicate a possible problem in the electrical il ystem. The “CHECK GAGES’ light will s: lso come on, and a warning chime will ound. Have your vehcle serviced SI ir mediately. Vhen your engine is not running, but the pition is on (in the “Run” position), the age shows your battery’s state of charge I DC volts.

300St Gage (OPTION) khicles equipped with the supercharged ngine have this boost gage that indicates acuum during light to moderate throttle nd boost under heavier throttle. The gage isplays the air pressure level in psi going ]to the engine’s combustion chamber. ‘he gage is automatically centered at zero si every time the engine is started. ,ctual vacuum or boost is displayed from lis zero point. Changes in ambient ressure, such as driving in mountains nd changing weather, will slightly hange the zero reading.

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Driver Information Center (CONI)

0 Brake Lamp and Center High

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0 Back-up Lamp 0 Tail Lamp/Turn/Side

MarkerLicense

If a bulb is out, you will see a message, such as “PARK LAMP’, and you will also see where the problem is on the vehicle outline. The message stays on until the problem is fixed. See “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index for bulb details. If a burned-out bulb is replaced, the warning light will stay on until the bulb is used (for example, by turning on your lights).

MESSAGE Hi Beam Lamp Head Lamp Turn Signal

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Brake Lamp

Park Lamp

BULBS MONITORED Both Headlight High Beams Both Headlight Low Beams 1 Front Left Turnpark 1 Front Right Turnpark 2 Rear Left Turn/Stop 2 Rear Right Turn/Stop 2 Back Up Lamps 4 Tail Only 4 Stop/Tail/Turn 2 License Plate Right Rear Side Marker Left Rear Side Marker 4 Rear Stop/Tail/Turn 1 Center High Mounted Stop 2 Front Park Right Side Marker Left Side Marker

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SECURITY You’ll get a “DOOR AJAR’ message if a door is not fully dosed. The vehicle outline will show you which door it is. You will also get a “HOOD AJAR” or “TRUNK AJAR” message if the hood or the trunk isn’t fully closed. The vehicle outline will also show you if these are ajar.

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lome vehicles are equipped with an lectronic compass. As with all ompasses, this unit senses the earth’s lagnetic field to show the direction the ar is pointing. ’he earth’s magnetic field is not always he same direction as true north as we tl :now it. So, you must enter a zone umber to tell the compass the difference letween magnetic and actual north. This ells the compass where in the country tc ’ou are driving

’he compass shows the zone number in s e each time you turn your key on. This 3 shown above. The number is turned off fter a few seconds. ’he compass remembers your zone, so ‘ou only have to change it if you drive to new zone on the map. The compass .djusts only a small amount for each :one, so you may not notice a difference f you drive from one zone to the next me, until you cross several zones.

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Electronic Compass (CONI)

CHOOSING YOUR ZONE NUMBER Locate your zone number on the map above. If your number is different than the one shown when you turn the key on, follow the steps under “Changing Your Zone Number”. If you live on the line, you can pick the zone area you are most likely to drive in. (In Alaska use Zone 9 or IO. In Hawaii use Zone 7).

:HANGING YOUR ZONE NUMBER . Press and hold the “MODE” button until “ZONE” and the correct zone number for your location appear.

!. Release the “MODE” button. 1. Press the “MODE” button until your

number appears.

I. In a few seconds, the zone number and “ZONE” turn off, and the new zone number is remembered by the compass.

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CALIBRATING THE COMPASS (OPTIONAL) All electronic compasses need to know the magnetic profile of your car. This is called calibration and is done automatically by your compass. But, the feature is available if you would like to manually calibrate. Sometimes, strong magnetic fields can affect the compass. If the “CALIBRATE” light comes on as shown above, try calibrating the compass as follows: 1. Drive the car to an open, flat area. 2. Press and hold the “MODE” button

until the “CALIBRATE” light reappears.

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3. Release the “MODE” button. The heading display will start to rotate. 4. Drive the car in small circles. Don’t

drive faster than 10 mph.

5. Drive in circles until the

“CALIBRATE’ light goes out. It usually takes I to 5 circles.

6. Your compass should be calibrated.

You will know this when the directior bars are on and the “CALIBRATE” light is off.

COMPASS ACCURACY Your compass may show different headings around bridges, power lines, large metal objects, and steep hills. This i

normal and is true of compasses in general. If you put large metal objects like golf clubs in the trunk they could affect accuracy. If the accuracy is close, the compass will adapt to these objects over time. If you use an antenna with a magnetic base, it is best to mount it away from the center of the trunk near the rear window. The rear defog system can affect accuracy, and the compass corrects for the rear defog. However, if the rear defog is turned on while making sharp turns, the accuracy may be off. When you turn the rear defog off again, the accuracy returns to normal. Do not turn on the rear defog if you are trying to calibrate. The system will not allow the calibration. You will hear the chime, and “CALIBRATE’ will flash for a few seconds. Be aware that metal objects are sometimes buried in the ground. They can affect accuracy and you may not know they are there. As an example, many concrete roads have metal reinforcements inside.

Head-Up Display (OPTION)

If you have the optional Head-Up Display (HUD), you can see the speedometer reading, in English or metric units, displayed “through” the windshield. The HUD also shows:

Turn Signal Indicator Lights. A High Beam Indicator Symbol. A “CHECK GAGES” message. (For low oil pressure, high coolant temperature, low oil level and low fuel.) A Low Fuel Warning Symbol.

UD shows these lights when they are lit I the instrument panel. 01

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NOTICE: Although the HUD image appears to be near thc front of the vehicle, do not use it as a parking aid. The HUD was not designed for that purpose. If you try to use it that way, such as in a parking lot, you may misjudge distance and run into something.

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Head-Up Display (OPTION) (CONI)

When you sit straight in your seat, the HUD image will appear directly in front of the driver. When the ignition key is turned to “Run”, all possible HUD images will come on and look like this. Then the Head-Up Display will operate normally. If you never look at your instrument panel, you may not see something important, such as a warning light. So be sure to scan your displays and controls and the driving environment just as you would in a vehicle without HUD.

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Adjusting the HUD The HUD controls are located to the left of the steering column. 1. Start your engine and slide the HUD

dimmer control (to the left of the steering wheel) all the way up. The brightness of the HUD image is determined by whether the headlight switch is on or off, and where you have set the HUD dimmer control. 2. Adjust the seat, if necessary, before

setting the height control.

3. Slide the “ADJUST” (image height) control all the way up, raising the image as far as possible. Then slide the HUD image height control down so the image is as low as possible but in full view.

4. Slide the dimmer control downward until the HUD image is no brighter than necessary. To turn the HUD off, slide the HUD dimmer control all the way down. If the sun comes out, or it becomes cloudy, or if you turn on your headlights, you may need to adjust the HUD’s brightness using the HUD dimmer control. Polarizing sunglasses could make the HUD image harder to see.

Pushing the “ENG/MET” (English/Metric, button on the instrument panel cluster will switch the HUD speedometer from Englisl (conventional) to metric units, or back again.

>are of the Head-Up Xsplay lean the inside of the windshield as eeded to remove any dirt or film that =duces the sharpness or clarity of the IUD image. h Clean the HUD:

Spray household glass cleaner on a soft, clean cloth. Wipe the HUD lens gently, then dry it. Do not spray cleaner directly on the lens because the cleaner fluid could leak inside the unit if you do.

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Features & Controls Care of the Head-Up Display (CONT.) If You Can’t See the HUD Image When the Ignition is On:

Are the headlights on? Is anything covering the HUD unit? Is the HUD dimmer control far enough up? Is the HUD image adjusted to the proper height? Still no HUD image? Check the fuse in the fuse panel. See “Fuses & Circuit Breakers” in the Index.

If the HUD Image is Not Clear:

It could be too bright. Move the HUD dimmer control down further. You may need to clean the windshield and HUD lens.

Your windshield is part of the HUD system. If you ever have to have a new windshield, be sure to get one designed for HUD. If you don’t, the HUD image may look blurred and out of focus.

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particular system supplied with your

Radio

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Air Conditioning Settings There are three air conditioning settings. On very hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape. This reduces the time your air conditioner’s compressor will have to run, which should help fuel economy. MAX: Provides maximum cooling or quick cool-down on very hot days. This setting recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle, and it should not be used for long periods because the air may become too cold and dry.

Standard Climate Control

The air conditioner and heater work best if you keep your windows closed while using them. % : Selects the force of air you want. The fan is always running unless the mode control is moved to “OFF”. Temperature Control: The center control regulates the temperature of the air coming through the system. Mode Control: The right control has settings for air conditioning and non-air conditioning modes.

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A/C: Use for normal cooling on hot days. This setting cools outside air and directs it through the instrument panel outlets. ‘H (Bi-Level): Use on cool, but sunny A 0 days. This setting brings in the outside air, but directs it in two ways. The cool air is directed to the upper portion of your body through the instrument panel outlets, but warmed air is directed through the heater ducts and defroster vents. At times this temperature difference may be more apparent than others. The air conditioner compressor operates in all air conditioner positions, and in

(Defrost) and ’# (Defog) when the outside temperature is above 42°F. When the air conditioner is on, you may sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle’s engine speed and power. This is normal, because the system is designed to cycle the compressor on and off to keep the desired cooling and help fuel economy.

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Non-Air Conditioning Settings r / (Vent): This setting brings in the outside air and directs it to the upper portion of your body through the instrument panel outlets. ’N (Heat): This setting directs warmed air through the heater ducts. Some warm air is diverted to the windshield to minimize fogging. The air conditioner compressor doesn’t run in the non-air conditioning settings. This reduces engine load, resulting in improved fuel economy. If the non-air conditioning settings do not maintain the comfort of the air inside your vehicle, move the selector to “MAX” or “A/,”. your windows fog up, move the mode selector t o w (Defrost) or “A/C”.

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Defrosting The %? (Defrost) setting directs most air through the defroster vents, and some through the heater ducts. Use this when you have fog or ice on the windshield. When it’s 42°F or warmer outside, you’ll get cooled air.

Defogging Windows With Standard Climate Control Move the temperature control to maximum heat. To quickly defog the windshield, set the right selector to %? (Defrost) and turn the fan control to “HIGH’’.

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Do not attach a temporary vehicle license across the defogger grid on the rear window.

NOTICE: Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage the warming grid, and the repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.

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Defogging Windows With Standard Climate Control (CONT.) To defog the side windows, move the mode control to F f l and the fan control to “HIGH”. Aim the side vents toward the side windows. For increased air flow to the side vents. close the center vents.

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Rear Window Defogger (OPTION) The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. Press the @ button and release it. A light will glow in the switch while the defogger is working, The defogger will return to off automatically after about 10 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 turning off the ignition or pressing the button again.

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Electronic Climate Control (OPTION) When the engine is cold, the “AUTO’ blower is delayed/reduced until warm air is available. Immediately selecting 90°F farenheit will NOT get the car warmer any sooner than selecting 75 “AUTO”. The “DEFROST” blower speed starts low to reduce windshield fogging from any snow on the hood as you start driving. The blower will increase briefly after short stops when the car had been turned off to reduce any stuffy feeling. The A/C will only work when the outside temperature gets above 42°F. A “click” noise means the A/C compressor is turned on. Besides cooling, this is used to dehumidify and filter the air for inside the car. A hot, sunny parking lot or city traffic will cause the system to start re-circulating A/C air for quicker cooling. The system is more efficient by cooling the air already inside the car. EZ-Kool Glass is very effective in filtering out the sun’s heat.

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0 The direction of the cold A/C air can be controlled by adjusting the outlets in the dash. Aiming them just over your shoulder will benefit both front and rear passengers. Back-seat passengers can also redirect airflow at the rear of center console.

The air conditioner compressor operates in all “AUTO” setting positions, and in %? (Defrost) when the outside temperature is above 42°F. When the air conditioner is on, you may sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle’s engine speed and power. This is normal, because the system is designed to cycle the compressor on and off to keep the desired cooling and help fuel economy. TEMP: Sets the interior temperature you want. The temperature you set will be displayed on the digital screen. Once you set the temperature, the system will try to maintain the set temperature, whether or not you are using the heating or cooling controls. But if you set the temperature for 60°F ( 16°C) or 90°F (32”C), the fan will stay on “HI” speed unless you select a different speed.

AUTO: To allow the system to automatically control the temperature, air Jistribution and fan speed: 1. Set the temperature you want with the

“TEMP” switch.

2. Press the “AUTO” switch. EXT. TEMP: Press to have the exterior temperature displayed on the digital screen (unless the system is off). Press again to return to the inside temperature setting. When the system is off, the outside temperature will be displayed. Use the following controls when “AUTO’ is not desired. % : Sets the fan speed. Press the top of the switch to raise the fan speed, the bottom of the switch to lower the fan speed. “F/C: Press this to read the temperature in degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius. OFF: Shuts the system off. The outside temperature will be displayed. Air will still flow through your vehicle if it is moving. Also, the system will try to maintain the temperature you set, but,may

not be able to if it’s very warm or cold outside. ECON: Use in cold or cool weather. This saves fuel because the air conditioner compressor doesn’t run. But this setting doesn’t remove humidity from the air.

(Defrost): Press this to remove fog or ice from the windshield. It will start at the mediumhigh fan speed, but you can select another speed if you want. It’s a good idea to remove any ice or snow from the hood and from the air inlet between the hood and windshield.

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warm the defogger grid on the rear window. On some models, the outside rearview mirrors are also warmed. The rear window defogger will turn off automatically after about 10 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 turning off the ignition or pressing the switch again. Do not attach a temporary vehicle licensc across the defogger grid on the rear window.

Extended Idling With Electronic Climate Control When the engine idles for a long time, the outside temperature sensor may cause the system to blow air that is too cool. This should stop once the vehicle is moving again. Extended idling is not recommended, See “Engine Exhaust’’ in the Index.

NOTICE: Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage the warming grid, and the repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.

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Rear Vents Slide the center control up to direct air upward. Slide it down to direct air downward. Slide the ridged vent control levers sideways to direct air right or left.

Flow-Through Ventilation System Your Pontiac's flow-through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving. Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heate or the air conditioning fan is running.

Ventilation Tips 0 Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow, or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows.

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When you enter a vehicle with Standard Climate Control in cold weather, select a heater function that blows air through the floor ducts. Then turn the blower fan to. “HI” for a few moments before driving off. This will blow moist air from the intake ducts toward the floor, not the windshield. It reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows. If you have the Electronic Climate Control, the “AUTO” setting does this for you. Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects. This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle.

r-,ldio Systems

The following pages describe the audio systems available for your Pontiac, and how to get the best performance from them. Please read about the system in your vehicle. Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing. Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it.

To help avoid hearing loss or damage:

Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly.

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NOTICE: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle -- like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio -- be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delco@ radio or other systems, and even damage them. And, your vehicle’s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly. So, before adding sound equipment, check with your dealer and be sure to check Federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units.

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Setting the Clock For Stereo Radio: 1. With the ignition on, press “SET”. The “SET” indicator will appear on the digital display for five seconds.

2. While set is displayed, press and hold

“SEEK7’A until the correct minute appears on the display.

3. While set is displayed, press and hold

7 “SEEK” until the correct hour appears.

For Radios With Cassette or CD: I. Press and hold the “HR” or “MIN”

button until the hours or minutes begin to change on the time display. While the radio is in the time set mode, the colon in the display will blink.

2. Press the “HR” and “MIN” buttons

until the correct time appears.

TREB (Trebke): Slide this lever up to increase treble, or down to decrease it. If a station is weak or noisy, decrease the treble. BASS: Slide this lever up to increase bass or down to decrease it. RCL: Press to alternate the display between the time and station frequency. To Preset Radio Stations: 1. Tune in to the desired station. 2. Press “SET”. The word “SET” will appear on the digital screen for five seconds.

3. While “SET’% displayed, press one of the four pushbuttons ( 1 , 3, 5 or 7). Three additional stations (2, 4 and 6) may be preset on each radio band by pairing pushbuttons: 1. Tune in the desired station. 2. Press “SET”, and within five seconds

press any two side by side buttons (1 and 3, 3 and 5, or 5 and 7) at the same time.

3. The station can be tuned in when the same two buttons are pressed at the same time.

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AM/FM Stereo Radio The digital display indicates information on time or radio station frequency, the “AM” or “FM” radio band, whether the station is in stereo, and other functions. Upper Knob (PWR/VOLUME) This knob does three things: 0 Rotate it to turn the system on and off.

Rotate it to control the volume. Press it to recall the station frequency when the radio is on.

Balance: The control ring behind the upper knob adjusts the left/right speaker balance. Lower Knob (TUNE - AM/FM) This knob does two things: 0 Rotate it to tune in radio stations.

Press it to change between the “AM” or “FM” band.

Fade: The control ring behind the lower knob adjusts the front/rear speaker balance. v SEEKk Press to seek and stop on the next station higher (A) or lower (v) on the radio band.

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AM/FM Stereo Radios With Optional Features Your Pontiac may have an AM/FM radio equipped with a combination of optional features: 0 Graphic equalizer. 0 Cassette tape player. 0 Compact disc player. 0 THEFTLOCK@.

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TUNE: Press lightly on the “TUNE” knob. It will spring out to make it easier to adjust. Turn the knob to tune in radio stations. You may push the knob back in when you are done. SEEK: Press to seek and stop on the next station higher (A) or lower (v) on the radio band. To Preset Radio Stations: You may preset up to 18 radio stations into memory - six on AM and twelve on FM. This is done by using the six pushbuttons, 1 through 6, on each radio band (AM, FM 1 and FM23. 1. Press “AMFM” to select the radio

Comfort Controls & Audio Systems AM/FM Stereo Radios With Optional Features (CONT.) Digital Display: Indicates information on time or radio frequency, the “AM” or “FM” radio band, whether the station is in stereo, and other radio functions. POWER: With the ignition on, push the “POWER” knob to turn the radio on or off. VOL (Volume): Turn the “VOL” knob clockwise to increase volume. Turn the “VOL” knob counterclockwise to decrease volume. AM/FM: Press “AM/FM” to select the AM, FM 1 or FM2 bands. The display will show which band you are on. If you press this button while a tape is playing, the tape will stop and the radio will return to the AM or FM band you were on last. RECALL: When the ignition is off. press “RECALL” to display the time. Each time you press “RECALL” with the radio on, it will switch the display back and forth between radio station and time.

using the “TUNE” knob or “SEEK” button.

3. Press and hold one of the pushbuttons

2. Tune the station you want to store

band you want to use.

(1, 2, 3,4, 5 or 6) until the display shows “SET”. The radio will mute until “SET” appears. After “SET” appears on the display, release the button. The station is now preset and will return whenever you press the button.

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4. Repeat steps 1-3 for each of six AM,

six FMl and six FM2 stations.

BAL (Balance): Press lightly on the “BAL” knob. It will spring out to make it easier to adjust. Turn the knob to move the sound between the left and right speakers. You may push the knob back in when you are done. FADE: Press lightly on the “FADE” knob. It will spring out to make it easier to adjust. Turn the knob to the right to move the sound to the front speakers. Turn the knob to the left to move the sound to the rear speakers. You may push the knob back in when you are done. TREBLE: Slide the “TREBLE” lever to the right to increase treble or to the left to decrease it. If a station is weak or noisy, decrease the treble. BASS: Slide the “BASS” lever to the right to increase bass or to the left to decrease it.

Equalizer: Boost the bass, emphasize a voice in a song, brighten the treble - your equalizer gives you the freedom to adjust seven separate frequencies of sound to your individual taste. Move a lever up to emphasize a frequency, move it down to de-emphasize. Start with the levers in the middle position, then adjust each lever as you like.

To Play a Cassette Tape: With the radio turned on, insert a tape into the cassette door. The cassette symbol will appear in the upper left corner of the display. While the tape is playing, an arrow will appear next to the cassette symbol to indicate that the top (A) or bottom (v) is playing. Once the tape is playing, use the “VOL”, “BAL”, “FADE”, “TREBLE” and “BASS” or equalizer just as you would for the radio. Your tape player will automatically adjust the equalization for high bias (metal and Cr02) tapes.

Your tape player is designed to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long In each side. Tapes longer than that may lot work well in this tape player. Cassette Player Control Features: TAPEIPLAY If you have a tape loaded md the radio is playing, press ‘TAPE/PLAY” to play your tape. To -eturn to the radio while a tape is playing, Jress “AMEM”. The cassette will remain ;afely inside the radio for future listening. PREV (Previous): Press “PREV” or ‘SEEK” v to search for the previous ;election on the tape. There must be a zap of at least four seconds between ;elections in order for the tape player to stop.

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REV (Reverse): Press “REV” to rapidly reverse a tape. Press “REV” again to play the tape. The radio will play while the tape is reversing. Use “SEEK” or the “TUNE’ knob to change the radio station during reverse. FWD (Forward): Press “FWD” to rapidly advance the tape. Press “FWD” again to play the tape. The radio will play while the tape is advancing. Use “SEEK” or the “TUNE” knob to change the radio station during forward. EJECT: Press eject to remove the cassette tape. “EJECT” will also operate with the ignition off.

Comfort Controls & Audio Systems AM/FM Stereo Radios With Optional Features: (CONE) NEXT Press “NEXT” or “SEEK ’’A to search for the next selection on the tape. There must be a gap of at least four seconds between selections on the tape in order for the tape player to stop. PROG (Program): Press “PROG” to play the other side of the tape. Dolby@ B Noise Reduction: This audio system has available 10 Dolby@ B Noise Reduction to reduce background noise on Dolby@ encoded tapes. When playing a cassette tape, press [10 to reduce background noise on your tape. The Dolby@ symbol 10 will appear in the display. Dolby@ B Noise Reduction is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby@ and the 00 symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

To PJay a Compact Disc: You may use full size or the smaller 8 cm (3.2 in.) compact discs. No adapter is required for the smaller compact discs. With the radio on, insert a disc with the label side up. The “CD” symbol will appear in the lower left corner of the display. Wait a few seconds and the disc should begin to play.

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If “ERR” (Error) appears in the display and the disc ejects, the disc cannot play temporarily. Check to see i f The disc is upside down. The disc is dirty, scratched or wet. There may be too much moisture in the air (wait about one hour and try again). The road may be too rough for the disc to play. The disc should play when the road is smoother.

PREV (Previous): While playing a compact disc, press “PREV” or to go to the beginning of the *‘SEEK” current track (if more than eight seconds have played). Press it again or hold it down to go to the previous tracks. The display will show the track number. NEXT While playing a compact disc, press “NEXT” or A “SEEK” to go to the next track. Press it again or hold it down to continue advancing through the tracks. RDM (Random): Press the “RDM” button to cause the CD player to play the tracks on the disc in random order. “RDM” will be displayed in the lower right corner of the display during random operation. Press “RDM” again to turn off the random feature. REV (Reverse): Press and hold “REV” to rapidly reverse the disc. The radio display will show the time into the track during fast reverse operation.

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Compact Disc Player Control Features: CD/PLAY If you have a disc loaded and the radio is playing, press “CDPLAY” to play your disc. The disc will begin playing from the track where it last stopped. To return to the radio while a disc is playing, press “AM/FM”. The disc will remain safely inside the radio for future listening. RECALL: Press “RECALL” to see which track is playing. Press it again (within five seconds) to display how long your selection has been playing.

Comfort Controls & Audio Systems AM/FM Stereo Radios with Optional Features: (CONT) FWD (Forward): Press and hold “FWD” to rapidly advance the disc. The radio display will show the time into the track during fast forward operation. EJECT Press “EJECT” to remove the disc. The radio will play after the disc is ejected. “EJECT” will operate while the ignition is off. Radio THEFTLOCKB Feature The THEFTLOCK8 feature is designed to discourage theft of your radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever the battery power is removed. The THEFTLOCKB feature for the radio may be used or ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally and the radio is not protected by the feature.

If THEFTLOCKB is activated, the THEFTLOCK8 light will flash when the ignition is turned off; your radio will not operate if stolen. When THEFTLOCK8 is activated, the radio will display “LOC” to indicate a locked condition anytime the battery power is removed. If your battery loses power for any reason, you must unlock the radio with the secret code before it will operate (see “To Unlock THEFTLOCKB After a Power Loss” later in this section).

To Set the Secret Code: The instructions which follow explain how to enter your secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK8 system. It is recommended that you read through all nine steps before starting the procedure: 1. For your secret code, write down any number from 000 to 1999 and keep it in a safe place separate from the vehicle.

2. Turn the ignition to the “Accessory”

or the “Run” position.

3. Turn the radio off.

NOTE: If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps, the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at step 4.

4. Press the “1” and “4” buttons together. Hold them down until “---” shows on the display. Next you will use the secret code number which you have written down.

5. Press the “MIN” button and “000”

will appear on the display.

6. Press the “MIN” button again to make

the last two digits agree with your code.

7. Press the “HR” button to make the

first one or two digits agree with your code.

8. After you have confirmed that the

code matches the one you wrote down, press “AM/FM”. The display will show “rEP” to indicate that you need to repeat steps 5-7 to confirm your secret code.

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Radio THEFTLOCK8 Feature (CONI) 9. Press “AMEM” and this time the

display will show “SEC”, indicating that your radio is secure,

The “THEFTLOCKO” indicator light located below the “TUNE” knob will flash when the ignition is off.

Anytime the THEFTLOCK8 is activated snd the battery power is removed, the radio will display “LOC”. To Unlock THEFTLOCKB After a Power Loss: Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 1. “LOC” will appear when the ignition

is on.

2. Press “MIN” and “000” will appear on

the display.

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3. Press the “MIN” button again to make

the last two digits agree with your codes.

4. Press the “HR’ button to make the

first one or two digits agree with your code.

5. After you have confirmed that the

code in the display matches the secret code you have written down, press “AMEM”. “SEC” will appear in the display indicating that the radio is now operable and secure. If the code entered to unlock THEFTLOCK8 is incorrect, the radio will remain locked. After eight unsuccessful attempts to unlock the radio, the display will show “InOP’ (inoperative).

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Press the “1” and “4” buttons together. Hold them down until “SEC” shows in the display. Press “MIN” and “000” will appear on the display. Press the “MIN’ button again to make the last two digits agree with your code. Press the “HR” button to make the first one or two digits agree with your code. After you have confirmed that the code on the display matches the secret code you previously set, press the ‘‘AMFM’’ button. The display will show “---” indicating that the radio is unsecured.

If the code entered is incorrect, “SEC” will appear in the display. The radio will remain secured until the correct code is entered.

At this point you will need to keep the ignition on for one hour before you may attempt to enter another code. After three unsuccessful attempts to unlock the radio, the display will show “InOP’ (inoperative). If you forget your code or cannot unlock the radio, contact your Pontiac dealer for assistance. To disable THEFTLOCKO, you simply follow these steps: 1. Turn the ignition to the “Accessory”

or “Run” position. 2. Turn the radio off.

Steering Wheel Controls For Audio System lome audio functions can be operated vith these controls: LM/FM: Press to select either the AM or ;M1 and FM2 radio bands. The band you elect will be displayed on the digital creen. The frequency of the station will le displayed, and if the station is in tereo, the stereo indicator will also be lisplayed.

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Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Steering Wheel Controls for Audio System (CONK) SEEK: Press to seek and stop on the next station higher (A) or lower (V) on the radio band. When listening to a cassette tape or compact disc, you can change to the previous or next selection by pressing the “SEEK” up or down arrow. RCL (Recall): When the radio is on, press to change between the clock and the radio station frequency displayed on the digital screen. When a CD is playing, press to change between the clock, track selection and elapsed time into the current selection. The display will automatically return to the clock.

PRESET Press this to hear the radio stations that are set on your system. The radio display will show the preset number followed by the station frequency. VOL (Volume): Press A to increase volume. Press to lower the volume. PWR: Turns the unit on and off when the ignition is on.

Gain Control ;ome models have this control below the mdio system. To get more bass sound, move the .GAIN” control to adjust the amount of )ass.

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Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly is subject to reduced sound quality, ruining the cassette, or damaging the mechanism. Tape cassettes that are not properly stored in their plastic cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight, and extreme heat may not operate properly and could cause premature failure of the tape player.

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). Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go. 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 also pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. To lower this noise, try reducing the treble level.

Your tape player should be cleaned after every 50 hours of use, as regular maintenance. If you notice a reduction in sound quality, try a good cassette to see if the tape or the tape player is at fault. If the second cassette results in no improvement in sound quality, try cleaning the tape player. Cleaning may be done with a scrubbing action, non-abrasive cleaning cassette. This system uses a cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn. It is normal for the cartridge to eject while