1993 Pontiac Firebird Owners Manual

The proper fluid should be added if the level is below the STEP mark on the reservoir. See the instructions on the reservoir cap.

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Rear 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.

How to Check Lubricant: If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole.

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What to Use: Standard and Limited-Slip Differential Use Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 1052271) or SAE 8OW-90 GL-5 gear lubricant.

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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: 0 Give freezing protection down to

-34°F (-37°C).

0 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: Use a mixture of one-half clean water (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 1825M with a complete coolant flush and refill. If you use this mixture, you don’t need to add anything else.

P A I I T l n N =

coolant

warning

your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mix will. Your vehicle’s system is set for the proper coolant mix. With plain water or the wrong mix, your engine could get too hot but you wouldn’t get the overheat warning. Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned. Use a SO/SO mix of clean water and a proper antifreeze.

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I NOTICE:

if you use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat an badly damaged. The repair co wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Too much water in mix can freeze and crack the radiator, heater core and other parts.

Adding Coolant To Check Coolant: When your engine is 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.

If you have the 5.7L LT1 (Code P) engine and this light comes on, it means you’re low on engine coolant.

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To Add Coolant to the Recovery Tank: If you need more coalant, add the proper 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.

- cap when the engine and

Turning the radiator pressure

radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. Never turn the pressure cap - even a little - when the engine and radiator ar hot.

Add coolant mix at the reovery tank, but be careful not to spill it.

You can be

- L coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will bum if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine.

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Radiator Pressure Cap (All Engines)

When you replace your radiator pressure cap, an A P cap is recommended.

I'hermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the flow of zoolant through the radiator until the :oolant reaches a preset temperature. When you replace your thermostat, an AC@ thermostat is recommended.

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3.4L L32 (Code S)

Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering Fluid: Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick.

When the engine compartment is hot, the level should be at the H mark. When the engine compartment is cool, the level should be at the C mark.

What to Add: Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" in the Index.

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When adding power steering fluid or making a complete fluid change, always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals.

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Whdshield Washer Fluid To Add: Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY. Add washer fluid until the bottle is full.

NOTICE:

washer fluid, follow the manufacturer's instructions

1 Don't mix water

Water can cause the sol freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and ot parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn't clean a vel1 as washer fluid. Fill your washer fluid

cold. This allows for expansion, which COLI

Brake Master Cylinder 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 master cylinder might go 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, you should have your brake system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won't work well, or won't work at all.

So, it isn’t a good idea to “top off’ your brake fluid. Adding brake fluid won’t correct a 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) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system.

CAUTION:

A If you have too much brake

fluid, it can spill on the engine.

The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and your vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system.

Lefer to the Maintenance Schedule to etermine when to check your brake luid. See “Periodic Maintenance nspections” in. the Index.

To Che,& lErzvke Fluid: You a n 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 dane on the hrake hydraulic 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.

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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.

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 you don’t, your brakes may no longer work properly. For example, if someone puts in

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 a Delco Freedom@ battery. Get one that has the catalog number shown on the original battery’s label.

hurt.

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Batteries have acid that can

L burn you and gas that can

explode. You can be badly hurt if you aren’t careful. See %imp Starting” in the Index for tips OR working around a battery without getting

Vehicle Storage If you’re not going 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.

Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods.

Bulb Replacement

For the proper type of replacement bulb, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index.

‘Ialogen Bulbs

Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Take special care when handling and disposing of halogen bulbs.

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Headlights To replace a headlight: 1. Open the headlight door by hand. See

“Headlight Doors” in the Index.

2. Unscrew the bezel with a screwdriver

and m o v e it.

3. Remove the screws and pull aut the

bulb housing.

4. Pull out the bulb and disconnect the

. electrical connector.

5. Reverse the steps with a new bulb.

Center High-Mounted Stoplight To replace the bulb: 1. Remove the two screws in the

stoplight lens.

2. Gently pull the assembly out and

remove the bulb from the back of the assembly.

3. Reverse the steps with a new bulb.

Front f i r n Signal 1. Using a screwdriver, remove the plastic screws from the deflector under the vehicle. Move the deflector out of the way.

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2. Turn and pull out the socket and the

bulb.

3. Pull out the bulb. 4. Reverse the steps with a new bulb

3. Remove the wing nuts.

Rear Lights To change any rear bulb, you have to remove the entire housing. 1. Remove the trim panel from the side

that you are replacing the bulb.

2. Pull the carpet back.

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Rear Sidemarker TO replace a rear sidemarker bulk 1. Remove the screw fiam the 2. TQ pull out the bulb hauBiing, tilt the housing to remove the t&bd end.

sidemarker assembly.

3. Turn counterclockwise and pull out

the socket and the bulb.

4. Pull out the bulb. 5. Reverse the steps with a new bulb.

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TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION

OCCUPANTS

CRT.

FRT.

RR.

TOTAL

MAX. LOADING @ GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT BBW

SPEED A - -

TIRE SIZE

VEHlCLE CAP. WT.

LBS 1199

KG 544 COLD r w

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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.

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DATE GVWR

GAWRFRT G A W RR

The other label is the Certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver’s door. It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called 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.

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I CAUT1oN=

Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or tu& o in a crash.

[f you put things inside your vehicle - like suitcases, tools, packages, or snything else - they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they'll keep going.

Put things in the rear area o your vehicle. Try to spregA weight evenly.

0 Never stack heavier thin like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats.

0 When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it whenever you can.

0 Don't leave a seat folded dow1

unless you need to.

1 I 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 are delivered with every new Pontiac. If your spare tire is a different brand than your road tires, you will have a tire warranty folder from each of these manufacturers.

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CAUTION:

A Poorly maintained and

improperly used tires are

dangerous. 0 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 danger 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.

0 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 inflation pressures accidents. If your tread is badly worn, or if vour tires have been damaged, replace them.

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The Tire-Loading Information label which is on the driver’s door shows the Zorrect inflation pressures for your tires, when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting €or at least three hours or driven no more than a mile. [f your vehicle is equipped with P245/50ZR16 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, redu’ce the “cold” to those listed on the Tire Loading Information label. Never I inflate the tires higher than the maximum ‘I “cold” inflation pressures stated on the sidewall of the tires.

When to C k k : Check your tires once a month ar 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 yau the pressure, especially if you have radial tires - which may look properly inflated even if they’re underinflated. If yam tires have valve caps, be sure ta put them back on. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture.

Tire Inspection and Ratation 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. If YOU don’t have P24515OZR16 size tires, use the rotation pattern shown above for your size tires.

After the tires have b n rotated, adjust the front md rear inflation pressure as s h w n on the Ti-Loading Information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are prapefly. tightened. %e ‘Wheel Nut Torque” in the Index.

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L the parts to which it is fastenec Rust or dirt on a wneel, or on can make 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 places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to .” use a scraper or wire brush later, you need io, to get all the rust or a1 off. (See “Changing a Flat Tire” in the Index.)

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When It’s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 2/32 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need a new tire i f 0 You can see the indicators at three 11 0 You can see cord or fabric showing 0 The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut

through the tire’s rubber.

places around the tire.

or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric.

D The tire has a bump, bulge or split. The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that can’t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage.

Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number. That way, your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to

give proper endurance, handling, speed rating, traction, ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle. If your tires have an all-season tread design, the TPC number will be followed by 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 same size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your original tires.

A Mixing tires could cause you to

lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels. It’s all right to drive with your compact spare, though. It was developed for limited use on your vehicle.

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 treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States.)

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I‘readwear The treadwear 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, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to 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 tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. Those grades are molded on the sidewalls of passenger car tires.

While the tires available as standard or optional equipment on General Motors vehicles may vary with respect to these grades, all such tires meet General Motors performance standards and have been approved for use on General Motors vehicles. All passenger type (P Metric) tires must conform to Federal safety requirements in addition to these grades.

Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. In most cases, you will not need to have your wheels aligned again. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other, the alignment may need to be reset. If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your wheels may need to be rebalanced.

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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.

Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset, and be mounted the same way as 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.

A Using the wrong replacement - wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for replacement.

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NOTICE:

Used Replacement Wheels

- . ,hicle is dangerous. You can’t A Wting a used wheel on your now how it’s been used or how many miles it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause an accident. If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel.

If your Pontiac has P235/55RI6 or P245/5OZR16 size tires, don’t use tire chains; they can damage your 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 tightly 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.

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Appearance Care

Cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into LL 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 a 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:

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NOTICE: Don7 use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses -hey will damage your vehicle:

Gasoline Benzene Naphtha

Carbon Tetrachloride Acetone Paint Thinner

Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Polish

Remover

0 Nail

They can all be hazardous - some more than others - and they can all damage your vehicle, too.

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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. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. Use 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.

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0 When you clean a stain from fabric, immediately dry the area with an air hose, hair dryer, or heat lamp to help prevent a cleaning ring. (See the previous NOTICE.)

As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, use a sponge to remove the suds. Rinse the section with a clean, wet sponge. Wipe off what’s left with a slightly damp paper towel or cloth. Then dry it immediately with an air hose, a hair dryer or a heat lamp.

I Be careful with a hair dryer or he

lamp. You could scorch the fabri

0 Wipe with a clean cloth.

Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric %st, see if you have to use solvent-type :leaner at all. Some spots and stains will :lean off better with just water and mild ;oap. :f you need to use it, then: B Gently scrape excess soil from the

trim material with a clean, dull knife or scraper. Use very little cleaner, light 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.

Special Cleaning Problems Greasy or oily stains: Like grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee with :ream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar and asphalt.

Carefully scrape off excess stain. Then follow the solvent-type instructions above. Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will stain if left on a vehicle seat fabric. They should be removed as soon as possible. Be careful, because the cleaner will dissolve them and may cause them to bleed.

Non-greasy stains: Like catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, wine, vomit, urine and blood. 0 Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water.

0 If a stain remains, follow the foam-type instructions above. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the area with a waterbaking soda solution: 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (250 ml) of lukewarm water. 0 Finally, if needed, clean lightly with

solvent-type cleaner.

Combination stains: Like candy, ice cream, mayonnaise, chili sauce and unknown stains. 0 Carefully scrape off excess stain, then

clean with cool water and allow to dry.

0 If a stain remains, clean it with

solvent-type cleaner.

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Cleaning Vinyl or Leather Just use warm water and a clean cloth. 0 Rub with a clean, damp cloth to

remove dirt. You may have to do it more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and solvent-type vinyl/leather cleaner.

Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions.

Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry.

A Do not bleach or dye safety

belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water.

Glass Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films. Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window, since they may have to be scraped off later. If 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. 105001 1). 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 Win 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.

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Cleaning the Outside of Your Pontiac The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability.

Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water.

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Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Use liquid hand, dish or car washing (non-detergent) soaps. Don’t use cleaning agents that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface, or they could stain. Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or a 100% cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle.

Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Pontiac may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer. (See “Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials” in the Index.) Your Pontiac has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat.

I NOTICE:

aggressive polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks.

Aluminum Wheels Your aluminum vkheels 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.

f you have aluminum wheels, don’t se an automatic car wash that has ard silicon carbide cleanin

Weatherstrips These are places where glass or metal meets rubber. Silicone grease there 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.

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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.

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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 the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. At least every spring, flush 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.

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., iiL: i:R;" 4 ~ >.<;,.t*,*:v<> .,? 1050174

16 02. (0.473 L)

I White Sidewall Tire Cleaner

Cleans white and black tires

I *Not recommended for pigskin suede leather.

See your General Motors Dealers for these products. See your Maintenance Schedule for other products.

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H Vehicle Identification

Number (VIN)

H Service Parts

Identification Label

Add-on Electrical Equipment

You'll find this label inside your glove box. It's very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is: 0 Your VIN. 0 Its model designation.

Paint information.

0 A list of all production options and

special equipment.

Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle.

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.

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your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your and the damage wouldn't be

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 two fuse centers on your vehicle. One is in the left side of your instrument panel.

The other is in the engine compartment. Open the cover on either of the boxes to expose the fuses. Look at the silver-colored band 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 as you can.

Headlights The headlight wiring is protected by a 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 h e . If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem and not snow, etc., be sure to get it fixed.

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6 - Brake Light/Cruise Release Switch;

Hazard Flasher (20 Amp.)

7 - Power Door Locks; Power Mirrors;

Hatch Release (15 Amp.)

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 fixed or goes away.

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 I P Decoder Module (10 Amp.)

5 - Engine Control Module;

PASS-Key II@ Decoder Module; Fuel Pump Relay (1 5 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 Wipermasher

15 - Power Windows (35 Amp. Circuit

16 - Diagnostic Energy Reserve Module

17 - Radio; Steering Wheel Controls

(25 Amp.)

Breaker)

(3 Amp.)

(15 Amp.)

Underhood Electrical Center

Fuses 1 - Electronic Brake Control Module

(5 Amp.)

2 - Fog Lamps (20 Amp.) 3 - Headlight Doors Module (1 5 Amp.) 4 - Headlight Doors Module (1 5 Amp.) 5 - Anti-Lock Brake System (5 Amp.) 6 - Coolant Fan Relays; EVAP

Canister Purge Solenoid; Exhaust Gas Recirculation; Reverse Lockout Solenoid (10 Amp.)

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?:

*z3??3>j$<>r+gq. 2;qp :.$:? .*>,<,>,;>-:>~: ,,._ :,< ___... 7 - Air Injection Pump Assembly; Air

.._I.-- x ,&: .> .. ,.,?." Jd::,;

f

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Pump Relay (20 Amp.)

8 - Not Used 9 - Fuel Injectors (7.5 Amp.) 10 - Fuel Injectors (7.5 Amp.) 11 - VIN Engine Code S: 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

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1 Replacement Bulbs Ashtray" ......................................................... 194 Automatic Transmission Indicator ...................................... 73 Backup ......................................................... 1 156 ...................................... 921 Center High-Mounted Stoplight Cluster .......................................................... 161 Console ......................................................... 194 Dome ........................................................... 561 DoorCourtesy ..................................................... 70 Fog ............................................................. 885 Front Parking and Turn Signal ....................................... 2397 GloveBox ....................................................... 194 Headlight ..................................................... H ~ 6 6 6 .............................................. 37 Heater and A/C Control Indicator Lights .................................................. PC74 License .......................................................... 194 Reading ....................................................... 212-2 Sidemarker ....................................................... 194 Tail Only 194 Tail/Stop/Turn ................................................... 2057 Turn Signal Indicators .............................................. 161 *Manual transmission only . . 274

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Capacities and Specifications Engine Type

VIN Engine Code S ............................................... V6 VINEngineCodeP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . V 8

Fuel Delivery ............................................. Valve Arrangement Piston Displacement

.............................................

VIN Engine Code S .................................... VIN Engine Code P ..................................... VIN Engine Code S ............................................. VIN Engine Code P ............................................ VINEngineCodeS ...................................... VINEngineCodeP ..................................

Compression Ratio

Firing Order

Fuel Injection In-Head

.207 CID (3.4L) 350 CID (5.7L)

1-2-3-4-5-6 1-843-6-5-7-2

9.0: 1 10.5: 1

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Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Filter .............................................. Battery ........................................................ Engine Oil Filter VINEngineCodeS ............................................. VINEngineCodeP .............................................

PF47 PF25 FuelFilter ...................................................... GF578 PCV Valve

A 1163C 75-60

VIN Engine Code S .......................................... CV789C VIN Engine Code P .......................................... CV895C Radiatorcap ................................................... RC24 Spark Plug VIN Engine Code S .............................. oR43TSK (0.045'' Gap) VIN Engine Code P ............................. oR45LTSP (0.050" Gap) 180 OF (82" C)

Thermostat Temperature Specification Wheel Nuts Wheel Nut Torque ................................... 100 lb. ft. (140 Nom) tNot 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 not sure, ask your Pontiac dealer.

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Capacities (Approximate) The following approximate capacities are given in U.S. and metric conversions. Air Conditioningt Automatic Transmission

. . . . . . See the refrigerant information label under the hood.

Drain and Refill ....................................... Overhaul

VIN Engine Code S ................................ VIN Engine Code P ...............................

10 pt. (4.7 L)*

16.7 pt. (7.9 L)* 22.4 pt. (10.6 L)*

Cooling System

VIN Engine Code S

VIN Engine Code P

With Manual Transmission .......................... 12.5 qt. (1 1.8 L) With Automatic Transmission ........................ 12.3 qt. (1 1.6 L) With Manual Transmission .......................... ........................ With Automatic Transmission VIN Engine Code S .................................... VIN Engine Code P Without Filter Change ................................ With Filter Change ...................................

15.3 qt. (14.5 L) 15.1 qt. (14.3 L)

4.0 qt. (3.8 L)** 4.5 qt. (4.3 L)**

4.0 qt. (3.8 L)**

Crankcase

Fuel Tank ........................................... Manual Transmission

Five-Speed ........................................... ........................................... Six-Speed

Rear Axle Lubricant .................................... *Recheck fluid level after filling. Transmission Fluid” in the Index.

**Recheck the oil level after filling. See “Engine Oil” in the Index.

15.5 gal. (58.7 L)

5.9 pt. (2.8 L)* 8.0 pt. (3.8 L)* 4 fl. oz. (1 18 ml)

See “Automatic Transmission Fluid” or “Manual

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Vehicle Dimensions Wheelbase Tread

101.1 (2 566 mm)

........................................... .............................................. ..............................................

Front R'ear Length Firebird and Formula ................................. 195.6" (4 968 mm) 197.0" (5 005 mm) Trans Am 74.5 If (1 893 mm) .52.0" (1 321 mm) .51.7" (1 312 mm)

.......................................... ............................................... Firebird and Formula ................................. .......................................... Trans Am

.60.7" ( 1 542 mm) .60.6" (1 540

Width Height

mm)

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IMPORTANT: KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER

LEVEL AND CHANGE. AS 1

RECO MENDED

T h i s part covers the maintenance required for your Pontiac . Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety. dependability and emission control performance .

Maintenance Schedule

Section

Introduction: A Word about Maintenance ............................ 280 ............................. 280 Your Vehicle and the Environment How This Part Is Organized .................................. 281 A . Scheduled Maintenance Services ................................ 283 Using Your Maintenance Schedules ............................ 283 .................................. 283 Selecting the Right Schedule Schedule1 ................................................ 284 ScheduleII ............................................... 286 Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services .................. 288 B . Owner Checks and Services .................................... 292 At Each Fuel Fill ........................................... 292 AtLeastOnceaMon th ...................................... 293 At Least Twice a Year ...................................... 293 At Least Once a Year ....................................... C . Periodic Maintenance Inspections. .............................. 297 294 D . Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ........................... E . MaintenanceRecord ..........................................

299 302

Protection I

Plan

Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan ? The Plan

supplements your new car warranties .

See your GM dealer for details .

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Maintenance Schedule Introduction: A Word about Maintenance

Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps keep your vehicle in good working condition, but it also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance 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.

We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’B1 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.

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How This Part Is Organized The remainder of this part is divided into “Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows what to have done, and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs.

five sections:

I A Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be jobs, you can be - dangerous. In trying to do some seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment for the job. If you have any doubt, have a qualified technician do the work.

to get the

If you are skilled enough to do some work on your vehicle, you will probably want to get the service information GM publishes. You will find a list of publications and how them later in this manual. See “Service Publications” in Index. “Section B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what should be checked whenever you stop for explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. ‘‘Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections” explains important inspections that your Pontiac dealer’s service department or another qualified service center should perform.

fuel. It also

Maintenance Schedule Introduction: 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 be needed to qualify your vehicle for warranty repairs.

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Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services

Using Your Maintenance Schedules This section tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them. Your Pontiac dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you happy with it. If you go to your dealer for your service needs, you’ll know that GM-trained and supported people will perform the work using genuine GM parts. These schedules are for vehicles that:

to be

service

carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits. You will find these limits on your vehicle’s Tire-Loading Information label. See “Loading Your Vehicle’’ in the Index. are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. use the recommended unleaded Index.

fuel. See “Fuel” in the

Selecting the Right Schedule First you’ll need to decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle. Here’s how to decide which schedule to follow: Schedule I Is any one of these true for your vehicle? Most trips are less than 4 miles (6 km). Most trips are less than 10 miles (16 km) when outside temperatures are below freezing. The engine is at low speed most of the time door-to-door delivery, or in stop-and-go traffic). You operate your vehicle in dusty areas. You tow a trailer.

(as in

If any one (or more) of these is true for your driving, follow Schedule I. Schedule I1 Follow Schedule I1 only if none of the above conditions is true.

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Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cont.) Schedule I 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 (6 km). When most trips are less than 10 miles (1 6 km) and outside temperatures remain below freezing. When most trips include extended idling and/or frequent low-speed operation, as in stop-and-go traffic. When towing a trailer. When operating in dusty areas.

Schedule I should also be followed if the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial applications. *An Emission Control Service. A The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has determined that the failure to p e ~ o r m this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful life. General Motors, however, urges that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in “Section E: Maintenance Record, ” = 284

WHAT TO SERVICE

ITEM NO.

See “Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance

Services” following Schedules I and II.

WHEN TO PERFORM Miles (kilometers) or Months

(whichever occurs jrst).

Transmission Service

I See “Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance

Services” following Schedules I and II.

10 -

Every 30,000 Miles (50 OOO km).

The services shown in this schedule up to 48,000 miles (80 OOO km) should be performed after 48,000 miles at the same intervals. MILES (000)

Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cont.)

Schedule /I Follow Schedule I1 ONLY if none of the driving conditions specified in Schedule I apply.

*An Emission Control Service. ~2 The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency has determined that the failure to per$orm this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful life. General Motors, however, urges that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in “Section E: Maintenance Record. ’

WHAT TO SERVICE

ITEM See “Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance NO.

Services ”following Schedules I and II.

WHEN TO PERFORM Miles (kilometers) or Months

(whichever occurs first).

2 I Chassis

Lubrication

I Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) or 12 Months.

Transmission Service

Every 30,000 Miles (50 OOO km) or

I See “Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance

Services” following Schedules I and 11.

Every 30,000 Miles (50 OOO km).

The services shown in this schedule up to 45,000 miles (75 OOO km) should be performed after 45,000 miles at the same intervals. MILES (000)

37.5

22.5

7.5

30

15

KILOMETERS 1000)

45

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Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cont.) Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance SeMces Below are explanations of the services listed in Schedule I and Schedule 11. The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Section D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these. All

parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle. NOTE: To determine your engine’s displacement and code,

see “Engine Identification” in the Index.

ITEM NO. SERVICE 1 Engine Oil and Filter Change* - Always use SG Energy Conserving I1 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 or 10W-30), see “Engine Oil” 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.

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*An Emission Control Service.

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. Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection* - Inspect the belt for cracks, fraying, wear and proper tension. Replace as needed.

ITEM NO. SERVICE

ITEM 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.

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 a pressure test of both the cooling system and the pressure cap.

I *An Emission Control Service.

Maintenance Schedule, Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cont.)

ITEM NO. SERVICE 6 Transmission Service - For manual transmissions,

fluid doesn’t require changing. 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:

In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher. In hilly or mountainous terrain.

ITEM 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,OOO miles (160 000 km).

7 Spark Plug Replacement* - Replace spark plugs with the proper type. See “Replacement Parts” in the Index.

*An Emission Control Service.

ITEM NO.

SERVtCE Spark Plug Wire Inspection** - Inspect for burns, cracks or other damage. Check the boot fit at the distributor and at the spark plugs. Replace wires as needed. 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.

ITEM NO. SERVICE 10 Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspections**

Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines (including fuel rails and injection assembly, if equipped) for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for an even filler neck imprint or any damage. Replace parts as needed. Periodic replacement of the fuel filter is not required.

*An Emission Control Service. *The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has determined that the failure to per$orm this maintenance item will not nullify the emission

warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful life. General Motors, however, urges that all recommended maintenance services be pevormed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in “Section E: Maintenance Record. ”

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Maintenance Schedule Section B: Owner Checks and Services

Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle.

Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Section D.

At Each Fuel Fill (It is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fi//.)

1 Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See “Engine Oil” in the Index for

further details. Check the engine coolant level in the coolant recovery tank and add the proper coolant mix if necessary.

Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index for further details.

Index “Coolant” in

for further details.

WHAT

See

the

DO

TO

if

CHECK

OR SERVICE

Engine Oil Level

Engine Coolant Level Windshield Washer Fluid Level

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At Least Once a Month

CHECK

OR SERVICE

Tire Inflation

WHAT TO DO

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 Ye;

CHECK

OR SERVICE

I Hydraulic Clutch

System Inspection

Check the fluid level in the clutch reservoir. See “Hydraulic Clutch Fluid” in the Index. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired at once.

WHAT TO DO

Maintenance Schedule Section B: Owner Checks and Services (Cont.)