1993 Pontiac Grand Am Owners Manual

Start your engine; Shift into a gear; and Release the parking brake.

2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear

of the chocks.

4. Stop and have someone pick up and

store the chocks.

Maintenance When Tmiler Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid (don’t overfiil), engine oil, belts, cooling system, and brake adjustment. Each of these is covered in this manual, and the I d a will help you find them quickly. If you’re trailering, it’s a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip. Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight.

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H e r e you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road.

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Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lights will flash on and off.

Move the switch to the right to make your front and rear turn signal lights flash on and off. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. To turn off the flashers, move the switch to the left. When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won’t work.

Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle.

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Jump Statting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your Pontiac. But please follow the steps here to do it safely.

. They contain acid that can burn

- can be dangerous because:

Batteries can hurt you. They

you * They contain gas that can explode or ignite. They contain enough electricity to bum you.

If you don’t follow these steps exactly, some or all of these things can hurt you.

Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Trying to start your Pontiac by pushing or pulling it could damage your vehicle, even if you have a manual transaxle. And if you have an automatic transaxle, it won’t start that way.

To Jump Start Your Pontiac: 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have

a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system.

If the other system isn’t a 12-volt system with a negative ground, can be damaged. both vehicles

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Jump Starting (CONTJ 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able to start your Pontiac, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems.

3. Turn off the ignition on both

vehicles. Turn off all lights that aren’t needed, and radios. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries. And it could save your radio!

I If you leave your radio on, it could

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I;\ vehicles roll. Set the parking brake firmly on each vehicle. Put an automatic transaxle in P (Park) or a manual transaxle in N (Neutral).

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4. Open the hoods and locate the

batteries.

An electric fan can start up e engine is not

running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan.

Find the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on each battery,

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Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to

explode. ,People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough

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You don’t need to add water to the Delco Freedom@ battery installed in every new GM vehicle. But if a battery has fdler caps, be sure the right amount of fluid is there. If it is low, add water to take care of that first. If you don’t, explosive gas could be present. Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you. Don’t get it on you. If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin, flush the place with water and get medical help immediately.

5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too.

Before you connect the cables, here are some things you should know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) and negative (-) will go to negative (-) or a metal engine part. Don’t connect (+) to (-) or you’ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts, too.

Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly.

Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engines are running.

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Jump Starting (CONI) 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to

the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one.

7. Don’t let the other end touch metal.

Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one.

8. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the good battery’s negative (-) terminal.

Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative cable doesn’t go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery.

9. Attach the cable at least 18 inches

(45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection is just as good there, but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less.

1 0. Now start the vehicle with the good

battery and run the engine for a while.

11. Try to start the vehicle with the

dead battery. If it won’t start after a few tries, it probably needs service.

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12. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting. Take care that they don't touch each other or any other metal.

lowing %ur Pontiac Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your Pontiac. The usual towing equipment is: (A) Sling-type tow truck (B) Wheel-lift tow truck (C) Car carrier If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it was hctory-new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps, aero skirting, or special tires and wheels, these instructions and illustrations may not be correct. Before you do anything, turn on the hazard warning flashers.

When you call, tell the towing service: That your vehicle cannot be towed fram the front or rear with sling-type equipment, as described later in this section. That your vehicle has front-wheel drive. The make, model, and year of your vehicle. Whether you can still move the shift lever. If there was an accident, what was damaged.

When the towing service arrives, let the tow operator know that this manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations. The operator may want to see them.

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Towing Your Pontiac (CONT.:)

A others:

To help avoid injury to you or

0 Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed. Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. 0 Never tow with damaged parts

not fully secured. Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck. 0 Always use separate safety chains on each side when towing a vehicle. 9 Never use “J” hooks. Use T- hooks instead.

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When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key off. The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead A vehicle can fall from a car I‘ position, with a clamping device designed b carrier if it isn’t properly for towing service. Do not use the secured. This can cause a I and vehicle damage. The vehicle vehicle’s steering column lock for this. collision, serious personal injury The transaxle should be in N (Neutral) and the parking brake released. should be tightly secured with chains or steel cables before it is The ignition key must be in the Off transported. position to prevent the automatic door locks from locking during towing. Don’t use substitutes (ropes, leather straps, canvas webbing, Don’t have your vehicle towed on the etc.) that can be cut by sharp edges front wheels, unless you must. If the underneath the towed vehicle. vehicle must be towed on the front wheels, don’t go more than 35 mph (56 km/h) or farther than 50 miles (80 km) or your transaxle will be damaged. If these limits must be exceeded, then the front wheels have to be supported on a dolly.

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bwing from the Front- @hide Hook-Up ;efore hooking up to a tow truck, be .re to read all the information in ?wing Your Pontiac earlier in this xtion.

Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control arm.

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When using wheel-lift equipment, can towing over rough surfaces damage a vehicle. To help avoid this, install a towing dolly beneath the wheels that would otherwise be on the ground during the tow. This will increase clearance between the wheel-lift equipment and the underbody of the towed vehicle.

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Towing from the Rear- Vehide Hook-Up Before hooking up to a tow truck, be sure to read all the information in Towing b u r Pontiac earlier in this section. Also be sure to use the proper hook-up for your particular vehicle.

Do not tow with sling-type equipment or rear bumper valance will be damaged. Use wheel-lift or car carrier equipment (additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment). Use safetv chains and wheel straps.

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Attach a separate safety chain to each side of the axle inboard of the spring.

Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage or the warning light about a hot engine on your Pontiac’s instrument panel. See the Index under Coolant Temperature Gage and Coolant Temperature Warning Light. You will also find a low coolant warning light on your Pontiac’s instrument panel.

If Steam is Coming from Your Engine:

/1\ Steam from an overheated L L engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before opening the hood. If you keep driving when your engine is overheated, the liquids in it can catch fire. You or others could be badly burned. Stop your engine if it overheats, and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool.

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Engine Overheating (CONT) If No Steam is Coming from Your Engine: If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you:

Climb a long hill on a hot day. Stop after high speed driving. Idle for long periods in traffic. Tow a trailer.

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If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: 1 . If you have an air conditioner, turn it off. 2. Turn your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary.

3. Try to keep your engine under load

(in a drive gear where the engine runs slower).

If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about ten minutes. If the warning doesn’t come back on, you can drive normally. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your vehicle right away.

If there’s still no sign of steam, you can idle the engine for two or three minutes while you’re parked, to see if the warning stops. But then, if you still have the warning, TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND GET EVERYONE OUT OF THE VEHICLE until it cools down. You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away.

Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: (A) Coolant surge tank with pressure cap (B) Electric engine fan

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- b can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan.

[f the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down.

’he coolant level should be at or above TJLL COLD. f it isn’t, you may have a leak in the adiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, dater pump or somewhere else in the ooling system.

A Heater and radiator hoses, and

other engine parts, can be

very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could be burned. Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle.

Engine damage from runni engine without coolant isn’ covered by your warranty.

there seems to be no leak, check to x if the electric engine fan is running. C the engine is overheating, the fan hould be running. If it isn’t, your chicle needs service.

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Engine Overheating (CONTJ How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank: If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at or above FULL COLD, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and a proper antifreeze at the coolant surge tank, but be sure the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap, is cool before you do it. (See the Index under Engine Coolant for more information about the proper coolant mix.)

L Steam and scalding liquids L from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap-evm a little-they can come out at high speed. Never turn the pressure cap when the cooliag system, including the COoIant surge tank pressure cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling system and coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pmsure MP.

Adding only plain water to k 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 coolant warning 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 50/50 mix of clean water and a proper antifreeze.

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NOTICE

A You can be burned if you spill

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

1. You can remove the coolant surge

tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly about ?A turn to the left and then stop.

If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left.

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Engine Overheating (CONT.) 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap,

and remove it. Once the pressure cap is off, look inside the surge tank opening and look for a small cylinder at the base of the opening. This should be covered with coolant. If the cylinder is uncovered, the coolant in your system is low.

3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mix, up to FULL COLD, or just above the small cylinder at the base of the opening.

4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fan. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper mix to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches F'ULL COLD, or just above the small cylinder at the base of the opening.

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5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be

sure the pressure cap is tight.

Ifa 3iii.e Goes Hat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout:’ here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane.

A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you’d use in a skid. In any rear blowout, remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go. It may be very bumpy and noisy, but you can still steer. Gently brake to a stop, well off the road if possible. If your tire goes flat, the next section shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely.

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Changing a Flat lire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers.

IUII Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people. You and they could be badly injured. Find

a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Put an automatic shift lever in P Wk). 3. Shift a manual transaxle to 1 or R (Reverse). 4. Turn off the engine. To be even more certain the vehicle won't move, you can put chocks at the front and fear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed. That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle, at the opposite end.

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The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk.

1. Turn the center retainer nut on the

compact spare tire housing counterclockwise to remove it, then lift the tire cover. You will find the jaclung instructions label on the underside of the tire cover.

2. Remove the wing bolt securing the

compact spare tire, spacer and wheel wrench by turning it counterclockwise. Then lift off the spacer and remove the spare tire.

3. Remove the bolt securing the jack by

turning it counterclockwise. Then remove the jack.

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Changing a Flat Tire (CONT.) 4. Remove the band around the jack. Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack head a few inches.

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5. Using the wheel wrench, remove the plastic cap nuts (if your vehicle has them) and loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet. On some models, a cover plate must be removed to find the wheel nuts. Carefully use the wedge end of the wheel wrench to pry it off.

6. Near each wheel, there is a notch in the vehicle’s frame. Position the jack under the vehicle. Raise the jack head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle’s frame nearest the flat tire. Put the compact spare tire near you.

I h Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If

llle vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.

Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack. Be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising vehicle.

7 . Raise tne venicle ~y rotating tne

wheel wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit.

8. Remove all of the wheel nuts, and

carefully pry the wheel cover from the wheel, if your flat tire has onp Then take off the flat tire.

Do not jack or lift vehicle using oil pan. Pans could crack and begin to leak fluid.

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'hanging a Flat Tire (CONT.)

f A Rust or dirt on the wheel, or

L on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time, The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if you need to, to get all the rust or dirt off.

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9. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces or spare wheel.

10. Place the spare on the wheel

mounting surface.

1 1. Replace the wheel nuts with the

rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub

Never use oil or grease on e b studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident.

12. Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.

13. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a

criss-cross sequence, as shown.

Incorrect wheel nuts or - mproperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get the right kind. Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 pound-feet (140 Nom).

Don't try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire. It won't fit. Store the wheel cover and plastic cap nuts in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced.

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Changing a Flat Tire (corvr) 14. Store the flat tire in the compact

spare tire compartment, and secure with the wing bolt and extension. Store the jack and wheel wrench in their compartment, also.

I A Storing a jack, a tire, or other

- equipment in the passenger ompartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.

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Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 Wa). The compact spare is made to go up to 3,000 miles (5 O00 km), so you can finish your trip and have your full-size tire repaired or replaced where you want. Of course, it’s best to replace your spare with a full-size tire as soon as you can. Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again. Your anti-lock brake system warning light may come on when you are driving with a compact spare. See the I d e x under Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light.

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Don’t take your compact spare

with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails. That can damage the tire and wheel, and maybe other parts of your vehicle.

)on? use your compact spare on some )ther vehicle. ind don’t mix your compact spare or vheel with other wheels or tires. They von’t fit. Keep your spare and its wheel ogether.

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Tire chains won’t fit your compact spare. Using them will damage your vehicle and destroy the chains too. Don’t use tire chains on your compact spare.

A Storing a jack, a tire, or other

equipment in the passenger

compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.

If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution.

CAUTION

A If you let your tires spin at high

speed, they can explode and you

or others could be injured. And, the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat. That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage. When you’re stuck, spin the.wheels as little as possible. Don’t spin the wheels above 35 mph (56 km/h) as shown on the speedometer.

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If Mu’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow (CONXI

Spinning your wheels can dest parts of your vehicle as well as tires. If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth, your transaxle.

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Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out: First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. Then shift back and forth between R (Reverse) and a forward gear, or with a manual transaxle, between 1 or 2 and R (Reverse), spinning the wheels as little as possible. Release the accelerator pedal while you shift, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxle is in gear. If that doesn’t get you out after a few tries, you may need to be towed out. If you do need to be towed out, see the Index under Towing Your Pontiac.

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H e r e you will find information about the care of your Pontiac . This part begins with service and fuel information. and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels . There is also technical information about your vehicle. and a section devoted to its appearance care .

Part 6 Service & Appearance Care

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Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199 HoodRelease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 Engineoil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 Aircleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 Transaxle Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216 Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221 Power Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224 Windshield Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 BulbReplacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 Loading Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 Appearancecare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247 Add-on Electrical Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248 Fuses & Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248 Capacities & Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251 Fluids & Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 197

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Service Your Pontiac dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks.

Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to get the proper Pontiac service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your Pontiac than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see the Index under Service Publications. You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform. See the Index under Maintenance Record.

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You can be injured if you try h to do service work on a

vehicle without knowing enough about it.

Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, and the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. “English” and “metric” fasteners can be easily confused. If you use the wrong fasteners, parts can later break or fall off. You could be hurt.

Fuel 2.3L Quad OHC and Quad 4 Engines (Codes 3 and D) and 3300 V6 Engine (Code N): The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter for your engine. You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel. (See the I d e x under &hicle Identijkation Number.) Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher. It should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the U.S. and CGSB 3.5-92 in Canada. These fuels should have the proper additives, so you should not have to add anything to the fuel.

In the U.S. and Canada, it’s easy to be sure you get the right kind of gasoline (unleaded). You’ll see “UNLEADED” right on the pump. And only unleaded nozzles will fit into your vehicle’s filler neck. Be sure the posted octane is at least 87. If the octane is less than 87, you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive. If it’s bad enough, it can damage your engine.

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Fuel (CONT.:) If you’re using fuel rated at 87 octane or higher and you still hear heavy knocking, your engine needs service. But don’t worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you’re accelerating or driving up a hill. That’s normal, and you don’t have to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid of pinging. It’s the heavy, constant knock that means you have a txoblem.

In the U.S. and Canada, it’s easy to be sure you get the right kind of gasoline (unleaded). You’ll see “UNLEADED” right on the pump. And only unleaded nozzles will fit into your vehicle’s filler neck. Be sure the posted octane for premium is at least 91 (at least 89 for middle grade and 87 for regular). If the octane is less than 87, you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive. If it’s bad enough, it can damage your engine.

2.3L High Output Quad 4 Engine (Code A): The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter for your engine. You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel. (See the Index under Rhicle ldentijication Number.) Use premium unleaded gasoline rated at 91 octane or higher. You may use middle grade or regular unleaded gasolines, but your vehicle may not accelerate as well. The gasoline you use should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the U.S. and CGSB 3.5-92 in Canada. These fuels should have the proper additives, so you should not have to add anything to the fuel.

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If you’re using fuel rated at 91 octane or higher and you still hear heavy knocking, your engine needs service. But don’t worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you’re accelerating or driving up a hill. That’s normal and you don’t have to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid of pinging. It’s the heavy, constant knock that means you have a problem.

What about gasoline with blending materials that contain oxygen, such as MTBE or alcohol?

MTBE is “methyl tertiary-butyl ether? Fuel that is no more than 15 % MTBE is fine for your vehicle. Ethanol is ethyl or grain alcohol. Properly-blended fuel that is no more than 10% ethanol is fine for your vehicle. Methanol is methyl or wood alcohol.

Fuel that is more than 5 % methanol is bad for your vehicle. Don’t use it. It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. That damage wouldn’t be covered under your warranty. And even at 5 % or less, there must be .‘‘cosolvents” and corrosion : . ’ ’preventers in this fuel to help avoid these problems.

Fuel Capacity: 15.2 U.S. Gallons (57.5L). Use unleaded fuel only.

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Gasolines for Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with detergent additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system. That helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly. It’s good for your vehicle, and you’ll be doing your part for cleaner air. Many gasolines are now blended with materials called oxygenates. General Motors recommends that you use gasolines with these blending materials, such as MTBE and ethanol. By doing so, you can help clean the air, especially in those parts of the country that have high carbon monoxide levels.

In addition, some gasoline suppliers are now producing reformulated gasolines. These gasolines are specially designed to reduce vehicle emissions. General Motors recommends that you use reformulated gasoline. By doing so, you can help clean the air, especially in those parts of the country that have high ozone levels. You should ask your service station operators if their gasolines contain detergents and oxygenates, and if they have been reformulated to reduce vehicle emissions.

Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the U.S. or Canada, unleaded fuel may be hard to find. Do not use leaded gasoline. If you use even one tankful, your emission controls won’t work well or at all. With continuous use, spark plugs can get fouled, the exhaust system can corrode, and your engine oil can deteriorate quickly. Your vehicle’s oxygen sensor will be damaged. All of that means costly repairs that wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.

Remote Fuel Filler Door Release The remote fuel filler door release can help keep your fuel tank from being siphoned. Always be sure the fuel door is closed and latched after refueling. To open the fuel door (on the right rear quarter panel), pull the fuel access handle on the floor by the driver’s seat.

To check on fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you’ll be driving. You can also write us at the following address for advice. Just tell us where you’re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .

General Motors of Canada Ltd. International Export Sales P.O. Box 828 Oshawa, Ontario L1H 7N1, Canada

Wing Your Tank

A Gasoline vapor is highly

L flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away from gasoline.

‘he cap is behind a hinged door on the ight side of your vehicle. o take off the cap, turn it slowly to the :ft (counterclockwise).

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If you need a new cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer can get one for you. If you get the wrong type, it may not fit or have proper venting, and your fuel tank and emissions system might be damaged.

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Checking Things Under the Hood The following sections tell you how to check fluids, lubricants and important parts underhood.

Filling Your Tank CON^) While refueling, hang the cap inside the fuel door.

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- then something ignites it, you

A If you get gasoline on you and

could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly, This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the he1 filler cap slowly and wait for any “hiss” noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all the way.

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Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the HOOD release handle inside the vehicle.

Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release.

Lift the hood, release the hood prop rod from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood.

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0 A Things that burn can get

hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could be burned. Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a Rot engine,

Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer. Then just let the hood down and close it firmly.

Hood Release (CONT.) ~1 CAUTION

An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you

even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood

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2.3L Quad OHC and Quad 4 Engines (CODES 3, D AND A) When you open the hood, you'll see: 1 . Automatic Transaxle Dipstick 2. Brake Fluid Reservoir 3. Air Cleaner 4. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir

(if equipped)

(if equipped)

5. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 6. Battery 7. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8. Engine Oil Fill Cap, Engine Oil

Dipstick

9. Engine Coolant Surge Tank

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3300 V6 Engine (CODE N) When you open your hood, you’ll see: 1. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 2. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick

(if equipped)

3. Brake Fluid Reservoir 4. Air Cleaner 5. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 6. Battery 7. Engine Oil Fill Cap 8. Engine Oil Dipstick 9. Engine Coolant Surge Tank

Engine Oil It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you don’t, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. To Check Engine Oil: Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip lower.

2.3L Quad OHC and Quad 4: Checking Engine Oil

When to Add Oil: If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to add some oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For crankcase capacity, see the Index under Capacities & Spec$kations.

3300 V6: Checking Engine Oil

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Engine Oil (CONTI Just fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way back in when you’re through.

2.3L Quad OHC and Quad 4: Adding Engine Oil

What Kind of Oil to Use Look for Three Things:

SG “SG” must be on the oil container, either by itself or combined with other quality designations, such as “SG/CC,” “SG/CD,” “SF, SG, CC,” etc. These letters show American Petroleum Institute (API) levels of quality.

3300 V6: Adding Engine 011

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SAE 5W-30 (2.3L Quad OHC and Quad 4 Engines) As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 1OW-30 if it’s going to be 0°F (-18°C) or above. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 1OW-40 or SAE 20W-50.

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What Kind of Oil to Use (CONT.) SAE low-30 (3300 V6 Engine) As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 1OW-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 5W-30 if it's going to be colder than 60°F (16°C) before your next oil change. When it's very cold, below 0°F (-18"C), you should use SAE 5W-30. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 1OW-40 or SAE 2OW-50.

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Energy Conserving II Oils with these words on the container will help you save fuel.

This doughnut-shaped logo (symbol) is used on most oil containers to help you select the correct oil. You should look for this on the oil container, and use only those oils that display the logo. GM Goodwrench@ Oil (in Canada, GM Engine Oil) meets all the requirements for your vehicle.

Engine Block Heater An engine block heater can be a big help if you have to park outside in very cold weather, 0" F (-18°C) or colder. If your vehicle has this option, see the Index under Engine Block Heater.

Engine Oil Additives Don't add anything to your oil. Your Pontiac dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added.

When to Change Engine Oil See if any one of these is true for you:

Most trips are less than 4 miles (6 km). It's below freezing outside and most trips are less than 10 miles (16 km). The engine is at low speed most of the time (as in door-to-door delivery, or in stop-and-go traffic). You tow a trailer often. Most trips are through dusty places.

If any one of these is true for your vehicle, then you need to change your oil and fdter every 3,000 miles (5 0oO km) or 3 months-whichever comes first. (See the Index under Check Oil Light.) If none of them is true, change the oil every 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months-whichever comes first. Change the filter at the first oil change and at every other oil change after that.

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What to Do with Used Oil

A Used engine oil contains

things that have caused skin cancer in laboratory animals. Don’t let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil.

Used oil can be a real threat to the environment. If you change your own oil, be sure to drain all free-flowing oil from the filter before disposal. Don’t ever dispose of oil by pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or bodies of water. Instead, recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil, ask your dealer, a service station or a local recycling center for help.

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Air Cleaner Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter. See the Index under Scheduled Maintenance Sewices .

CAUTION

A Operating the engine with the

air cleaner off can cause you

or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flame if the engine backfires. If it isn’t there, and the engine backfires, you could be burned. Don’t drive with it off, and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner off.

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2.3L Quad OHC and Quad 4: Air Filter Replacement 1. Unsnap the clip on the housing cover

and pull the cover back.

2. Remove the air cleaner filter. 3. Be sure to install the air cleaner filter

and replace the cover tightly.

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Air Cleaner (CONI) 3300 V6: Air Filter Replacement 1. Unscrew the two wing nuts, then slide the cover forward and up.

2. Remove the air cleaner. 3. Be sure to install the air cleaner filter

and replace the cover.

Automatic Tmnsax/e Fluid When to Check and Change: A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change your fluid. See the Index under Scheduled Maintenance Services. How to Check: Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at a Pontiac dealership Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick.

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0 Park your vehicle an a level place. Place the shift lever in F (Park) with the parking brake applied. With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range. Then, position the shift lever in P (Park). Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes.

the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving:

When outside temperatures are abve 90°F (32°C). At high speed for quite a while. In heavy traffic-especially weather. While pulling a trailer.

in hot

Ta get the right reading, the fluid should be at normal operating temperature, which is 180°F to 200°F (82°C to 93°C). Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F (10°C). If it’s colder than 50°F (lO°C), you may have to drive longer.

Then, Without Shutting OMF the Engine, Follow These Steps: 1. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with

a clean rag or paper towel.

2. Push it back in all the way, wait three

seconds and then pull it back out again.

3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the luwer level. The fluid level must be in the crass-hatched area. 4. If the fluid level is where it should be, push the dipstick back in all the way.

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Automatic Transaxle Fluid (CONT.) How To Add Fluid: Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See the Index under Fluids & Lubricants. If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on the dipstick. It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than a pint. Don’t overfill.

We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON@-IIE, because fluids with that label are made especially for your automatic transaxle. Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON@-IIE is not covered by your new vehicle warranty. After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as described under How tu Check. When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the dipstick back in all the way.

Manual Transaxle Fluid When to Check: A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil is changed. However, the fluid in your manual transaxle doesn’t require changing. How to Check: Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at a Pontiac dealership Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick.

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Check the fluid level only when your engine is off, the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transaxle is cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the transaxle case. Then, Follow These Steps: 1. Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and clean it with a rag or paper towel.

2. Push it back in all the way and

remove it.

3. Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level. The fluid level must be between the ADD and FULL marks. (Note: Fluid may appear at the bottom of the dipstick even when the fluid level is several pints low.)

4. If the fluid level is where it should be, push the dipstick back in all the way.

5. Be sure to push the handle down

fully.

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Hydraulic Clutch (MANUAL TRANSAXLE) The hydraulic clutch in your vehicle is self-adjusting. When to Check and What to Use: Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your clutch master cylinder reservoir and what to add. See the Index under Fluids & Lubricants.

How to Check: The proper fluid should be added if the level is at or below the STEP mark on the reservoir cap. See the instructions on the reservoir cap.

Manual Transaxle Fluid (CONI) How to Add Fluid: Here’s how to add fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See the Index under Fluids & Lubricants. 1. Remove the dipstick by flipping the

handle up and then pulling the dipstick out.

2. Add fluid at the dipstick hole.

Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid level up to the FULL mark on the dipstick.

3. Push the dipstick back in all the way; then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place.

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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 the Index under Engine Overheating. The proper coolant for your Pontiac will:

Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C). Give boiling protection up to 262°F (128°C). Protect against rust and corrosion. Help keep the proper engine temperature. Let the warning should.

lights work as they

What to Use: Use a mixture of one-half clean water (preferably distilled) and one-half antifreeze that meets “GM Specification 1825-M,” which won’t damage aluminum parts. You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825-M with a complete coolant flush and refill. If you use this mixture, you don’t need to add anything else.

CAUTION I

A Adding only plain water ta L pur cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can boil b e b e the proper coolant mix will. Your v&hicle’s coolant warning 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 50/50 mix of clean water and a proper antifreeze.

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I Engine Coolant (CONI)

If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The reDair cost wouldn’t be covered by yo warranty. Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater c ; and other parts.

Adding Coolant To Check Coolant: When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at FULL COLD, or a little higher.

To Add Coolant: If you need more coolant, add the proper mix at the surge tank, but only when the engine is cool.

Turning the surge tank L pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow sbeam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. Never turn the surge tank pressure capieven a little-when the engine and radiator are hot.

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1 CAUTION

-'-u can be burned if you spill A Luolant on hot engine parts. Loolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don't spill coolant on a hot engine.

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

When you replace your surge tank pressure cap, a GM cap is recommended.

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What to Add: Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See the Index under Fluids & Lubricants.

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

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 (Hot) mark. When the engine compartment is cool, the level should be at the C (Cold) mark.

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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.

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Brake Master Cylinder (CONI)

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.

When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake warning light will come on. See the Index under Brake System Warning Light. What to Add: When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid-such as Delco Supreme ll@ (GM Part No. 1052535). Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only.

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I DOT-5 silicone brake fluid can

damage your vehicle. Don't use it.

kind of fluid. For

;'Don't let someone put in the 1 I :, !wrong example, just a few drops of :> ". , , mineral-based oil, such as engine -.?,'oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so

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Brake fluid can damage paint, so be careful not to spill brake fluid

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 bralung 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 brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle, the balance between your front and rear brakes can change, for the worse. The braking performance you've come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts.

Battery Every new Pontiac has a Delco Freedom@ battery. You never have to add water to one of these. When it’s time for a new battery, we recommend a Delco Freedom@ battery. Get one that has the catalog number shown on the original battery’s label. Jump Starting For jump starting instructions, see the Index under Jump Starting.

Yalogen Bulbs

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

A Halogen bulbs have

L pressurized gas inside and can

running down. I A Batteries have acid that 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.

burn you and gas that can

explode. You can be badly hurt if you aren’t careful. See the Index under Jump Starting for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt.

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

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Headlight Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb, see the Index under Replacement Bulbs. 1. On the driver’s side only, unscrew the butterfly fastener. Then lift the plate.

Both Sides: 2. Twist the bulb assembly counter- clockwise )/6 turn and pull out the bulb assembly.

3. Unclip the bulb assembly from the

wiring harness.

4. Reverse steps 1-3 to replace the bulb

assembly and headlight housing.

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raillight Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb, see the Index under Replacement Bulbs. 1. Pull back the trunk trim. 2. Carefully push one end of the plastic taillight brace in while pulling the brace toward the front of the vehicle.

3. Gently wiggle the bulb out of the

socket.

4. Replace the bulb. 5. Reverse the steps to reassemble the

taillight.

Fog Light Bulb Replacement Don’t change your fog light bulbs unless you have the proper aiming equipment. See your Pontiac dealer if you have any further questions.

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Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. Here’s how to remove the type with a release clip: 1 . Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield. 2. Lift the release clip with a

screwdriver and pull the blade assembly off the wiper arm.

3. Push the new wiper blade securely on

the wiper arm.

Loading bur Vehicle Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry. The Tire-Loading Information label found on the rear edge of 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.

The other label is the Certification sticker, also 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 132 lbs. (60 kg) in your trunk.

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heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear CiAWRs. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle.

I Your warranty does not cover parts 1

I or component

overloading.

A CAUTION

If you put things inside your vehicle- like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything 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.

Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. 0 Put things in the tnuik of your vehicle. In a trunk, put them as far forward as you can. * Try tu spread the weight evenly. Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats. When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it whenever you can. Don’t leave a seat folded down unless you

need to.

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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 Fbntiac. If your spare tire is a different brand than your road tires, you will have a tire warranty folder from each of these manufacturers.

lnflation-Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label which is on the rear edge of the driver’t. door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires, when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than a mile.