1996 Pontiac Firebird Owners Manual

0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving

in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service.

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81,000 Miles (135 000 km) CI Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 78,000 Miles (I30 000 km) C] Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate the steering linkage (or every

6 months, whichever occurs first).

0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”

in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures. 0 Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle

is used to pull a trailer.

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I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 84,000 Miles (140 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 0 Change the rear axle gear lubricant if

6 months, whichever occurs first).

vehicle is used to pull a trailer.,

87,000 Miles (145 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

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1 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 90,000 Miles (150 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

vehicle is used to pull a trailer.

6 months, .whichever occurs first).

0 Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 0 Change the rear axle gear lubricant if 0 Change automatic transmission fluid ,and filter if the vehicle is mainly 'driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside

temperature regularly reaches 90 "F (32°C) or higher.

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delivery service.

- In hill! 1 or mountain0 us terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such 'as found in taxi, police or lf you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid andJiEter at lOO,OOO miles (166 000 km). Manual transmission fluid doesn't require change. "0 Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service.

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I . Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I

93,000 Miles (155 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines tor damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service.

0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for fkeedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures.

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I Sh'ort Trip/City Maintenance Schedu 96,000 Miles ( M Q 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 0 Change the rear axle gear lubricant if

6 months, whichever occurs first).

vehicle is used to pull a trailer.

99,000 Miles (165 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

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0 If you haven’t used your vehicle under

severe service conditions listed previously and, therefore, haven’t changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter.

1 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. El Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service.

DATE

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SERVICED BY:

Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule I

7,500 Miles (12 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

12 months, whichever occurs first).

0 Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 0 Change the rear axle gear lubricant if the vehicle has limited-slip differential. I7 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement: Refer to the appropriate GM service mmud for proper caliper service procedures.

The services snown in this schedule up to 100,000 nqles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles ( 166 000 km) at the same intervals. Footnotes

The U S . Environmental Protection Agency or the

California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded.

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Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Cl Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and

filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside

temperature regularly reaches 90 "F (32°C) or higher.

- In hilly or mountainous terrain.

- When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or

delivery service.

I f you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (1 66 000 km). Manual transmission fluid doesn't require change.

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I DATE

22,500 Miles (37 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

12 months, whichever occurs first).

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures.

DATE

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SERVICED BY:

30,000 Miles (50 1000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate the steering linkage (or every

12 months, whichever occurs first). Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside

temperature regularly reaches 90 OF (32 O C) or higher.

- In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or

delivery service.

1 Long Trip/Highwag Maintenance Schedule 1

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (1 66 000 km). Manual transmission fluid doesd t.require change. .. z 0 Replace air cleaner filter. 0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage

An Emission Control Service.

or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. ?

37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

’ 0 Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures.

DATE SERVICED

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Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule

d~~*5.45,000 Miles (75 000 km)

0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

12 months, whichever occurs first).

0 Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside

temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.

- In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or

delivery service.

I f you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (1 66 000 km). Manual transmission fluid doesn't require change.

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52,500 Miles (87 500 krrt) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice.

I7 Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for fieedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures.

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60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

12 months,, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

12 months, whichever occurs first).

0 Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions:

In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 O F (32 O C) or higher. In hilly or mountainous terrain. When doing frequent trailer towing. Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.

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Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule

60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued)

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (166 000 km). Manual transmission fluid doesn’t require change.

0 Inspect engine accessory drive belt. 0 Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. ?

I 67,500 Miles (112 500 km)

0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information,. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for fieedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures.

DATE

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BY:

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Long Trip/Hip;hway Maintenance Schedule 1

' 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

12 months, whichever occurs first).

0 Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside

temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher. i :.. P

.- . . . - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or

delivery service.

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (1 66 000 km). Manual transmission fluid doesn't require change.

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ISERVICED

BYI

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Long Trip/Highwav Maintenance Schedule s2,500 Miles (137 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

12 months, whichever occurs first).

Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures.

90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

12 months, whichever occurs first).

0 Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehcle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside

temperature regularly reaches 90 * F (32 O C) or higher.

- In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing fkquent trailer towing.

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I Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule

- Uses such as found in taxi, police or

delivery service.

I f you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (1 66 000 km). Manual transmission fluid doesn’t require change. Replace air cleaner filter. An Em,ission Control Service.

17 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage

or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service.

97,500 Miles (162 500 km) IJ Change engine oil and filter (or every

12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

12 months, whichever occurs first).

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement. Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures.

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SERVICED BY:

DATE

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Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Sewice. 0 Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service.

Replace spark .plugs. An Emission Control Service.

0 If you haven’t used your vehicle under

severe service conditions listed previously and, thereforle, haven’t changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter.

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ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED

BY:

Part 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 Part D. At Each Fuel Fill It is important for you or a service station attendant to peeorm these underhood checks at eachfuelfill. Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See “Engine Oil” in the Index for further details.

Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mix if necessary. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for further details. Windshield .Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index for further details. At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures. See “Tires” in the Index for further details. Cassette Deck Service Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every 50 hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems” in the Index for further details.

At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working progerly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any tom or frayed safety belts replaced. Also- look for any opened or broken air bagtcovers, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.) Manual Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level; add i,f nkeded. See “Manual Transmission” in the Index. A fluid. loss may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair if needed. Automatic TransmisBiion Check Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See “Automatic Transmission” in the Index. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair if needed.

Hydraulic Clutch System Check Check the fluid lev’el 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. At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified- in Part D. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all body door hinges. Also lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the hood, ,headlamp door assemblies, rear compartment, console doors and any folding seat hardware. Part D tells you what to use. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment.

Starter Switch Check

Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check (Automatic Transmission)

When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below.

1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room

around the vehicle.

2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking

Brake’’ in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake. NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in any other position, your vehicle needs service. On manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever in NEUTRAL (N), push the clutch down halfway and try to start the engine. The starter should work only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the floor. If the starter works when the clutch isn’t pushed all the way down, your vehicle needs service.

When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below.

1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room

arouqd the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface.

2. Firmly apply the parking brake (see “Parking Brake”

in the Index if necessary). NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move.

3. With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN

position, but don’t start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P). vour vehicle’s BTSI needs service.

Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake.

To check the parking brake: With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release all brakes.

Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect.

Steering Column Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the key to LOCK 11 each shift lever position.

With an automatic transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). With a manual transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in REVERSE (R).

On vehicles with a key release button, try to turn the key to LOCK without pressing the button. The key should turn to LOCK only when you press the key button. On all vehicles, the key should come out only in LOCK. Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission PARK (P) Mechanism Check

A CAUTION:

When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular to move. brake at once should the vehicle begin

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Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your GM dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a Pontiac Service Manual. See “Service and Owner Publications’’ in the Index. Steering and Suspension Inspection inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing or 0 ~ t ~ € - p i i 6 0 n parts as well as open seams, holes, loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.

Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Throttle Linkage Inspection Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding, and for damage or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any cables that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Rear Axle Service Check the gear lubricabt level in the rear axle and add if needed. See “Rear Axle” in the Index. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the axle and repair it if needed. Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. The parking brake is self-adjusting and no manual adjustment is required. You may need to have your ‘brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking.

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Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer.

USAGE

Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

FLUIDLUBRICANT Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified FOP Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity. To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see “Engine Oil” in the Index. 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and GM Goodwrench@ DEX-COOL TM or Havoline@ DEX-COOL TM (orange-colored, silicate-free) antifreeze conforming to GM Specification 6277M. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index.

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USAGE

FLUIDLUBRICANT

Coolant Supplement Sealer Hydraulic Brake System

Hydraulic Clutch System Power Steering System

Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Key Lock Cylinders

Brake Fluid

GM Part No. 3634621 or equivalent with a complete flush and refill. Delco Supreme I1 (GM Part No. 10852535 or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid). Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part No. 12345347 or equivalent). GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part NO. 1052884 - 1 Pt., 1050017 - 1 qt., or equivalent). DEXRON@-III Automatic Transmission Fluid. DEXRON@-LII Automatic Transmission Fluid. Multi-Pur ose Lubricant, Superlube ?& (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent).

Clutch Linkage Pivot Points Floor Shift Linkage

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Chassis ’ Lubrication

Rear Axle (Standard Differential) Rear Axle (Limited-Slip Differential)

FLUIDLUBRICANT

Engine oil.

Lubriplate Lubricant aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC-LB. Chassis lubricant (GM Part ’ No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 12345977) or S A E 8OW-90 GL-5 Gear Lubricant. Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 12345977) and 2 ounces (59 ml) of Limited-Slip Differential Lubricant Additive (GM Part No. 1052358 or equivalent) where required. See “Rear Axle” in the Index.

USAGE Windsheld Washer Solvent

Hood Latch Assembly Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Hood and Door Hinges

Weatherstrip Conditioning

FLUIDLUBRICANT

GM Optikleen’ Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 1051515) or equivalent. Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Multi-pu ose Superlube % (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579 or equivalent).

lubricant,

See “Replacement Parts” in the Index ‘for recommended replacement filters and spark plugs.

Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additioial information from “Owner Checks and

Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.

Maintenance Record

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MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

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ODOMETER DATE MAINTENANCE READING

SERVICED BY

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Maintenance Record

Section 8 Customer Assistance Information

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Here you will find out how to contact Pontiac if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. This section includes information on:

Pontiac Cares

The Pontiac Cares Program The Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users Roadside Assistance Courtesy Transportation BBB Auto Line -- Alternative Dispute Resolution Program Reporting Safety Defects Service and Owner Publications

PONTIACZ

With the PONTIAC CARES program, you are never more than a phone call away from having your concern taken care of.

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The PONTIAC CARES philosophy and elements are designed to make you realize that Pontiac recognizes you as a valuable customer, appreciates your purchase decision, and is dedicated to taking care of the most important person ... YOU! PONTIAC CARES is: A valuable feature that comes with every Pontiac, a feature that offers a multitude of benefits that can give you safety, security, comfort and convenience. What makes up Pontiac Cares? e A 3 year/36,000 mile Bumper to Bumper Warranty 0 Roadside Assistance

Courtesy Transportation

All of these elements combine to make your driving experience an enjoyable one, and are discussed in greater detail further in your owner’s manual. Pontiac is focusing on the changing needs of our customers and is committed in giving you an exceptional level of customer care throughout the ownership experience. Our goal is to create total customer enthusiasm in our product and our services, and make you the most satisfied customer in the world.

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Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and Pontiac. Normally, any concern you may have with your vehicle can be handled by your selling or servicing dealer. Your dealer has the facility, trained technicians, special tools and up-to-date information to promptly address any issue which may arise. Pontiac has empowered its dealers to make any decisions and repair vehicles, and they are eager to resolve your concern to

your complete satisfaction. If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction, take the following steps: STEP ONE -- Discuss your concern with a member of dealer management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the Sales, Service, or Parts Manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the General Manager. STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Pontiac Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-PM-CARES. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Assistance Center in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). For help outside of the United States and Canada, call the following numbers as appropriate:

In Mexico: (525) 625-3256 In Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) or 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish)

0 In the'U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 0 In the Dominican Republic: 1-800-751-4135

(English) or 1-800-751-4136 (Spanish)

In the Bahamas: 1-800-389-0009 In Bermuda, Barbados, Antigua and the British Virgin Islands: 1-800-534-0122

0 In all other Caribbean countries: 1-809-763- 13 15

In other overseas locations, call GM North American Export Sales in Canada at 1-905-644-41 12

For prompt assistance, please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative:

Your name., address, home and business telephone numbers Vehicle Identification Number (This is available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield.) Dealership name and location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage Nature of concern

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We encourage you to call us so we can give your inquiry prompt attention. However, if you wish to write Pontiac, write

Pontiac Division Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac, MI 48340-2952

Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of Canadian and GM Overseas offices. When contacting P'ontiac, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the dealership, using the dealer's facilities, equipment and personnel. That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern.

Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Pontiac has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Genter. Any TTY user can communicate with Pontiac by dialing: 1-800-833-PONT. (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.)

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Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program

Security While You Travel 1 -800-ROADSIEE ( I -800-762-3743) As the proud owner of a new Pontiac vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Pontiac Roadside Assistance program. This value-added service is intended to provide you.with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road.

Pontiac's Roadside Assistance toll-free number is staffed by a team of technically trained advisors, who are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We take anxiety out of uncertain situations by providing minor repair information over the phone or making arrangements to tow your vehicle to the nearest Pontiac dealer. We will provide the following services for 3 years/36,000 miles, at no expense to you: 0 Vehicle 'out of fuel

Keys locked in vehicle TOW to nearest dealership for warranty service

a Change a flat tire

Jump starts

0 Courtesy Transportation -- See Pontiac Courtesy

Transportation section for details

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Pontiac reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when in Pontiac’s judgement the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence. While we hope that you never have the occasion to use our service, it is added security while traveling for you and yo’ur family. Remember, we’re only a phone call away. Pontiac Roadside Assistance -- 1 -800-ROADSIDD or. 1-800-762-3743.

Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicks purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance Program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States. Please refer to the separate brochure provided by the dealer or call 1-800-268-6800 for emergency services.

We have quick, easy access to telephone numbers of the following additional services depending, on your needs:

Glass replacement Rental vehicle or taxis Police, fire department or hospitals In many instances, mechanical failures are covered under Pontiae’s comprehensive warranty. However, when other services are utilized, our advisors will explain any payment obligations you might incur. For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please provide the following information to give the advisor:

Location of vehicle Telephone number of your location Vehicle model, year and color

0 Mileage of vehicle a Vehicle Identification Number 0 Vehicle license plate number

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Pontiac Courtesy Transportation

Pontiac strives to give you a worry free ownership of your vehicle, and we realize the inconvenience of being without a car. So Pontiac has come up with a way to eliminate any frustrations you might have when trying to get a ride to work, or wondering how you will get home. Well, your worries are over. Pontiac provides no-cost transportation when you bring your 1996 Pontiac in for warranty service.

It applies to any repair covered under the 36 month/36,000 mile limited warranty, and to any 1996 Pontiac requiring repair as a result of product recall or special policy situations. For same day service, you are entitled to one-way shuttle service of up to 10 miles. If the repairs require an overnight stay for the car, you’re entitled to either a Pontiac loaner or reimbursement for a rental car, up to $30/day, for up to five days. Some state insurance regulations make it impractical to rent vehicles to people under 21 years of age. If you are under 21 and have difficulty renting a vehicle, Pontiac will reimburse you, up to $30/day, for any documented transportation you receive. For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period in the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, interim transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult your dealer for details. The Roadside Assistance program is available only in the United States or Canada.

GM Participation in BBB AUTO LINE -- Alternative Dispute r,

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"--Resolution Program*

*This- program may not be available in all states, depending on state law. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Informaticm booklet. GeneralMotors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program,. Both Pontiac and your Pontiac dealer are committed to' making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. Our experience has shown that, if a situation arjses where you feel your concern has not been adequately addressed, the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this section is very successful. There may be instances where an impartial third party can assist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warianty. To assist in resolving these disagreements, Pontiac voluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LINE.

BBB AUTO LINE is an out-of-court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to settle disputes between customers and automobile manufacturers. This program is available fkee of charge to customers who currently own or lease a GM vehicle. If you are not satisfied after following the Customer Satisfaction Procedure, you may contact the BBB using the toll-free telephone number or write them at the following address:

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BBB AUTO LINE Council sf Better Business Bureaus 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington, VA 22203

Telephone: 1-800-955-5 100

To file a claim, you will be asked to provide your name and address, your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), and a statement of the nature of your complaint. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age and mileage, and other factors.

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We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE, but you may contact the BBB at any time. The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary between you and Pontiac. If this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third-party arbitrator. The arbitrator will make a decision which you may accept or reject. If you accept the decision, GM will be bound by that decision. The entire dispute resolution procedure should ordinarily take about 40 days from the time you file a claim until a decision is made. Some state laws may require you to use this program before filing a claim with a state-run arbitration program or in the courts. For further information, contact the BBB at- 1-800-955-5100 or the Pontiac Customer Assistance Center at 1 -800-PM-CARES.

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death,'you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area) or write to:

NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20590

You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to:

Transpart Canada Box 8880 Ottawa, Ontario K1G 352

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TQ GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Tran-sport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’il not* us. Please call us at 1-800-PM-CARES or write:

Pontiac Division Customer Assistance Center One Pontiac Plaza Pontiac, MI 48340-2952

In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) 01- 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motors of C d L i m i t e d Customer Assistance Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7

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1996 PONTIAC SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION

The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out

the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order,

or credit card information to Helm, incorporated (address below.)

CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1996 PONTIAC OWNER’S INFORMATION

SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information Owner publications are written directly for Owner’s and on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $90.00

intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $1 5.00

TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications’for the Without 1996 GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases. RETAIL RETAIL SELL PRICE: $40.00 CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS SERVICE BULLETINS Service Publications are available for current and past Service Bulletins give technical Sewice information needed model GM vehicles. TO request an order form, please to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle.

Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only. SELL PRICE: $1 0.00

specify year and model name of the vehicle.

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it Restrain . . . .

1-21 ............. 1-23 1-21

Air ~ a g ...................................... How Does How it Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Location ............................... Readiness Light ......................... Servicing ................................... 1-25 What Makes it Inflate .......................... 1-23 What Will You See.After it Inflates ............... 1-24 When Should it Inflate ......................... 1-23 Aircleaner .................................... 6-16 ................................ Air Conditioning 3-2 Air Conditioning Refrigerants ..................... 6-7 1 Air Control. Climate Control System ................. 3-2 Alarm. Content Theft-Deterrent ................... 2- 12 Alarm/Panic Mode ............................... 2-6 Alignment and Balance. Tire ...................... 6-51 Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning ...................... 6-59 : . 3-23 Antenna. Power .............................. Antifreeze ..................................... 6-26 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-78. 4-6 Brakes ....................................... 4-6 .............................. Anti-Theft. Radio 3-18 Appearance Care ............................... 6-53 Appearance Care Materials ....................... 6-61

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Steering Wheel Touch Control

Arbitration Program .............................. Ashtrays .................................... ....... Audio Controls. Audio Equipment. Adding ........................ Audio Systems .................................. Automatic Overdrive ............................ Automatic Transmission Check ...................................... 7-40 Fluid ....................................... 6-20 Operation ................................... 2-27 Park Mechanism Check ........................ 7-42 Shifting ..................................... 2-28 Starting Your Engine .......................... 2-23 Axle, Limited-Slip Rear ......................... 2-35 Axle, Rear .................................... 6-26

Battery .......................

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-37 Jump Starting ................................. 5-2 Replacement. Remote Lock Control ............... 2-8 Warnings ................................ 5.2. 5.4 BBB Auto Line ................................. 8-8 Better Business Bureau Mediation ................... 8-8 Blizzard ....................................... 4-27

Brake

Adjustment .................................. 6-36 Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-33 Master Cylinder .............................. 6-33 Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-36 Pedal Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-36 Replacing System Parts ........................ 6-36 System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-78 Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-35 Transmission Shift Interlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-39 Wear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-35 Brakes. Anti-Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Braking in Emergencies .......................... 4- 10 Break-In. New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21 Brightness Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-53 BTSI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-39 BTSICheck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-41 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-37

Canadian Roadside Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6 Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-69 Carbon Monoxide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-40,4-28. 4-35 Cassette Deck Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-39 Cassette Tape Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6. 3-10 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22 Errors .................................. 3-8, 3.11 CD Player Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 18 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Bulb Replacement . . . . 6-40 Certification Label .............................. 4-30 Chains. Safety ................................. 4-35 Chains. Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-52

Changing a Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-27 Check Gauges Light ............................. 2-87 Chechng Your Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-41 Chemical Paint Spotting .......................... 6-60 Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-32 Securing in a Rear Seat Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-34 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position . . . . . . . . . . 1-36 TopStrap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-33 . . . 1-32 Where to Put ....................... Cigarette Lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-59 Circuit Breakers and Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-64 Cleaner. Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-53 Aluminum Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-59 ConvertibleTop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-59 Fabric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-54 Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-56 Inside of Your Pontiac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-53 Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-56 Leather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-56 Outside of Your Pontiac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-58 Removable Roof Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-57 Special Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-55 Stains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-55 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-59 .Vinyl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-55 Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-59 Windshield and Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-57 Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 Clock, Setting the . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 Close-Out Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-58 Clutch, Hydraulic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-25 Comfort Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

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Compact Disc Player ....................... Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Errors ................................. Compact Spare Tire ............................. 5-40 . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Control of a Convertible Top ....... .................... 2-66 Convex Outside Mirror .......................... , 2-57 Coolant ....................................... 6-26 Bleed Valves ................................. 5 -24 Heater. Engine ............................... 2-26 ' . . . . . . . 5-, 17 Recovery Tank ........................ Cooling System ................................ 5-15 Courtesy Lamps ................................ 2-53 Courtesy Transportation ........................... 8-7 Cruise Control .................................. 2-46 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users . . . . . . . . . 8-4 Customer Assktance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8- 1 Customer Satisfaction Procedure .................... 8-2

Damage. Finish ................................ Damage. Sheet Metal ............................ Daytime Running Lamps ......................... ................................... Dead Battery Defects. Reporting Safety Defensive Driving ............................... Defogger. Rear Window .......................... Defogging ...................................... ., .................................... Defrosting Delayed Illumination ............................ ............................ Dimensions. Vehicle

6-60 6-60 2-52 5-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ., 8-9. 8-10 4- 1 3-4 3-5 3-5 2-53 6-70

Reduction

Dolby@ B Noise Door

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Last Door Closed Locking Lockout Prevention Locks .........................

. . . . . 3-9 . . 2-4, 2-17 . . 2.4, 2.17 . . . . . . . 2-3 Downshifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-35 Driver Position ................................. 1 . 12 Driver's Door Alarm Delay/Shock Sensor Enable ..... 2-20 Driving City.' ........................................ 4-20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.- 1 Defensive . . . . . . . . . . Drunken ..................................... 4-2 Freeway .................................... 4-21 In a Blizzard ................................. 4-27 In Foreign Countries ........................... 6-4 In the Rain .................................. 4-17 Night ...................................... 4-15 On Curves .................................. 4-10 On Grades While Towing a Trailer ............... 4-37 On Hill and Mountain Roads .................... 4-23 On Snow and Ice ............................. 4-26 Throughwater ............................... 4-19 WetRoads .................................. 4-17 Winter ...................................... 4-25 With a Trailer ................................ 4-36 ................................ 4-2

Drunken Driving

%lectrical Equipment, Adding .......... 2-24,3-21, 6-63 Electrical System ............................... 6-63

Engine

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Coolant ...................................... 6-26 CoolantHeater ............................... 2-26 Coolant Level Check .......................... 7-39 Coolant Temperature Gage ..................... Exhaust ..................................... 2-40 FuseBlocks ................................. 6-64 I'dentification ................................ 6-62 OilLevelCheck .............................. 7- 39 Overheating ................................. 5- 13 Running While Parked ......................... 2-41 Specifications ................................ 6-69 Starting Your ...................... 2-23,2-24, 2-25 Engine Oil ..................................... 6-10 Adding ..................................... 6-12 Additives ................................... 6-14 Checking ................................... 6-11 Pressure Gage ................................ 2-85 Used ....................................... 6-15 When to Change ............................... 6- 15 Ethan01 ......................................... 6-3 Exhaust, Engine ................................ 2-40 Exit Lighting .............................. 2-17. 2-53 Exit Lightingmelayed Illumination .................. 2- 17 Express-Down Window .......................... 2-42

Fabric Cleaning ................................ 6-54 Fan Control, Climate Control System ................ 3-1 Feature Customization ........................... 2- 16 Delayed Illumination .......................... 2- 17 Driver's Door Alarm Delay/Shock.Sensor Enable .... 2-20 ................................ Exit Lighting 2-17

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Last Door Closed Locking ...................... 2- 17 Lockout Prevention ........................... 2-17 Remote Lock Control Verification ................ 2-18 Theft-Deterrent Arming Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19 Theft-Deterrent Arming Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19 Fifth Gear. Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-32. 2.33 FillingYourTa nk ................................ 6 4 Filter, Air ..................................... 6-17 Filter, Engine Oil ............................... 6-15 .Finishcare .................................... 6-58 Finish Damage ................................... 6-60 First Gear, Automatic 'Transmission ................ 2-30 First Gear, Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 1 , 2-33 Flashers, Hazard Warning ......................... 5-1 Flat Tire. Changing ............................. 5-27 Floor Mats .................................... 2-61 Fluids and Lubricants ............................ 7-44 FogLamps .................................... 2-52 Folding Rear Seatback ............................ 1-6 Foreign Countries, Fuel ........................... 6-4 Fourth Gear, Manual Transmission ............ 2-33. 2-34 Four-Way M m a l Seat ........................... T.! 1-2 . . . . . . French Language Manual ........................... Front Console ................................... 2-57 FrontTowing ................................... 5-9 Front Turn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 6-39 F ~ e l .......................................... 6-2 FillingYourTank .............................. 6-4 Gage ........................................ 2-87 In Foreign Countries ........................... 6-4 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ....................... 6-64

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. . . . . 2-81 Engine Coolant Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-85 Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-87 GAWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-30 Gear Positions. Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-28 Gear Positions. Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . 2.32. 2.33 GloveBox .................................... 2-56 3.10. 3.15 Graphic Equalizer Gross Axle Weight Rating ........................ 4-30 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...................... 4-30 .. Guide en 11 GVWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-30

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Halogen Bulbs ................................ 6-37 Hatch Release .................................. 2- 10 Hatch Release. Remote .......................... 2- 10 Hazard Warning Flashers .......................... 5-1 ................................. 1-5 Head Restraints Headlamp Bulb Replacement ...................... 6-38 Headlamp Doors ............................... 2-51 Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-50 HighLow Beam Changer ...................... 2-44 OnReminder ................................ 2-50 Wiring ..................................... 6-63 Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4 Heating ........................................ 3-3 2-44 High-Beam Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Highway Hypnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23 Hill and Mountain Roads ......................... 4-23 Hitches, Trailer ................................. 4-35

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Checking Things Under . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6 Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 2-42 Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ............................... Hydraulic Clutch 6-25 Hydraulic Clutch System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-40 Hydroplaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19

Ignition Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21 Inflation. Tire .................................. 6-46 Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-55 Inspections .................................... 7-43 Brakesystem ................................ 7-43 Exhaust Systems ............................. 7-43 Radiator and Heater Hose ...................... 7-43 RearAxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-43 Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-43 Suspension .................................. 7-43 Throttle Linkage . . . . . . . . : ..................... 7-43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-72 Brightness Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-53 Cleaning .................................... 6-56 . . . . . . . . . 2-74 Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-53

Interior Lamps . .

Instrument Panel

Jack. Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jump Starting ................................... Key Lock Cylinders Service ...................... Key Release Button ............................. Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Certification ................................. 4-30 Service Parts Identification ..................... 6-62 Tire-Loading Information ....................... 4-29 Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-62 Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-50 Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-53 Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-53 On Reminder ................................ 2-50 Last Door Closed Locking Feature Last Door Closed LoclungLockout Prevention . . . . . . . 2-17 Latches. Front Seatback ........................... 1-6 Leaving Your Vehicle .............................. 2-5 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running . . . . . . . 2-38 Lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-59 Lights Air Bag Readiness ....................... 1-2 1. 2-77 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.78. 4.6 Brake System Warning ......................... 2-78 CheckGauges ............................... 2-87 Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-53 LowCoolant ................................. 2-82 LowOil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-86 Low Traction ............................ 2-81, 4-8 Safety Belt Reminder ...................... 1-7. 2-76 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-83 Service Engine Soon Traction Control System Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-80. 4-9 Limited-Slip Differential. Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-26 Loading Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29 Lockout Prevention ......................... 2-4, 2-17 Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Cylinders ................................... 7-40 2-3 Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Key Lock Cylinder Service ..................... 7-40 PowerDoor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-42 Steering Column Lock Check Low Coolant Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-82 LowOilLight ................................. 2-86 Low Traction Light ......................... 2-81, 4-8 Lubricants and Fluids ............................ 7-44 Lubrication Service, Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-40 Lumbar Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

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M a i n Fuse Block .................... . . . . . 6-65 Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . 6-71 . . . . . 7-46 Maintenance Record Maintenance Schedule ............................ 7-1 Long TripMighway Definition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5 Long Tripmighway Intervals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-28 Owner Checks and Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-39 Periodic Maintenance Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-43 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-44 Scheduled Maintenance Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 Short Trip/City Definition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4 ........................ 7-6 Short Trip/City Intervals Maintenance. Underbody ......................... 6-60 Maintenance When Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-83 Manual Front Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Manual Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-55 Manual Transmission ............................ 2-31 Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-40 Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-24 Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-32 MapPocket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-57

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Methanol ...................................... Mirrors ....................................... Convex Outside .............................. Inside Daymight Rearview ..................... Manual ..................................... Manual Remote Control ........................ Power Remote Control ......................... Visor Vanity .................................. MountainRoads ................................ Multifunction Lever . .

6-3 2-55 2-56 2-55 2-55 2-55 2-56 2-60 4-23 ............... 2-43

Neutral. Automatic Transmission ................. 2-28 Neutral. Manual Transmission ................ 2.32. 2.33 New Vehicle “Break-In” ......................... 2-21 Nightvision ................................... 4-16

Odometer .................................... Odometer. Trip .................................. Off-Road Recovery ............................. Oil. Engine .................................... Overdrive. Automatic

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At Night . . . . Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brake Mechanism Check ....................... Lots ....................................... Over Things That Burn ........................ WithaTrailer ................................

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