1993 Pontiac Grand PRIX Owners Manual

P (Park) or N (Neutral). If you have a manual transaxle, all of the doors will lock when the vehicle goes about 8 mph (13 ltrn/h). Each time ycu close your doors and turn on the ignition, the doors will lock automatically only once. If someone needs to get out while the vehicle is running, have that person use the manual or power loclt. When the door is closed again, it will not lock automatically. Just use the manual or power lock to lock the door again.

Remote Lock Control (OPTION) If your Pontiac has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from up to 30 feet (9 m) using the key chain transmitter. Operation When you press and release UNLOCK, the driver’s door will unlock and the interior lights will come on. They’ll stay on for 40 seconds, or until you turn the ignition to ON. Press and release UNLOCK a second time within five seconds to unlock the passenger door or doors. To loclt all doors, press DOOR. The interior lights will come on for two seconds to show the lock function has worked. If you first press UNLOCK

and then press DOOR within 40 seconds, the interior lights will stay on until the 40 seconds are over. Press a to unlock the trunk. Your interior lights will not come on. Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring the remaining transmitter with you when you go to your dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, the remaining transmitter must also be matched. Once the new transmitter is coded, the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle.

You can match a transmitter to as many different vehicles as you own, provided they are equipped with exactly the same model system. (General Motors offers several different models of these systems on their vehicles.) Each vehicle can have only two transmitters matched to it. See your dealer to match transmitters to another vehicle. Your Remote Lock Co~ntrol operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Should interference to this system occur, try this:

Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See the instructions on battery replacement later in this section. Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. This product has a maximum range. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. See your Pontiac dealer or a qualified technician for service.

Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.

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2. Lift the front cover off, bottom half

first.

3. Remove and replace the two batteries

(2016).

4. Reassemble the transmitter. 5. Check the transmitter operation.

3attery Replacement Jnder normal use, the batteries in your :ey chain transmitter should last about wo years. r‘ou can tell the batteries are weak if the ransmitter won’t work at the normal ange in any location. If you have to get ‘lose to your vehicle before the t. ransmitter works, it’s probably time to hange the batteries. ?o Replace Batteries in the Remote mck Control: . If your transmitter has a screw, remove the screw from the back cover. If it doesn’t have a screw, pop the cover off by inserting a dime (or similar object) in the slot between the covers and twisting.

Theft Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your Pontiac has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can male it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Key in the Ignition: If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves-so don’t do it. When you park your Pontiac and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear a tone reminding you to remove your ley from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will your ignition. If you have an automatic transaxle, taking your ley out also locks your transaxle. And remember to lock the doors.

Key Finder Pull the driver’s door handle to light the door Iock for a few seconds. This helps you find the lock when it’s dark.

Trunk Lock To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the door key and turn it.

Parking at Night: Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. Parking Lots: If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your keys. But what if you have to leave your ignition key? What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle?

Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk or glove box. Lock the glove box. Lock all the doors except the driver’s. Then take the door key with you.

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Remote Trunk Release (OPTION) Press the yellow trunk release button heated in the glove box. Hf you have an automatic transaxle, the transaxle must be in P (Park). If y0.u have a manual transaxle, remember that your trunk can be opened at any time using the lock release. Be sure to lock your doors.

Convenience Net (OPTION) Your vehicle may have a convenience net. You’ll see it just inside the back wall of the trunk. Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net. It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops. The net isn’t for larger, heavier loads. Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can. You can unhook the net so that it will lie flat when you’re not using it.

Locking Glove Box Your glove box has a combination lock. The code is set to “000” at the factory. To Change the Code: 1. Remove the temporary guard and

discard it.

2. Push the release button on the right side of the lock. Open the glove box.

3. Hold the release button. 4. Slide the tab to the right of the

number wheels up.

5. Move the number wheels to the code

you want.

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6. Write the code down in case you

forget it.

7. Slide the tab down. 8. Close the glove box and turn the

numbers off the code. Your glove box is now locked.

If you forget your combination, use the emergency “key strip” provided. Keep your emergency “key strip” someplace other than the glove box. 1. Insert the “ley strip” in the slot next

to the first numbered wheel of the combination.

2. Turn the wheel until the “key strip”

slips in farther.

3. Repeat steps 1-2 at the other wheels. 4. Open the glove box. If you still need help, see your Pontiac dealer.

New Vehicle “Break-In”

an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines:

Don’t drive at any one speed- fast or slow-for the first 500 miles (804 km). Don’t make hll- throttle starts. Avoid making first 200 miles (322 lun) or so. During this time new brake linings aren’t yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this $j “breaking-in” guideline every

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Qnifion Switch Nith the ignition key in the ignition ;witch, you can turn the switch to five ~ositions: kccessory: An “on” position in which rou can operate your radio and vindshield wipers. Press in the ignition ;witch as you turn the top of it toward TOU. Lock: The only position in which you :an remove the key. This locks your ;teering wheel, ignition and transaxle.

Start: Starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return to Run for normal driving. Note that even if the engine is not running, the positions Accessory and Run are “on” positions that allow you to operate your electrical accessories, such as the radio.

Off: Unlocks the steering wheel, ignition, and transaxle, but does not send electrical power to any accessories, Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed, but never try to push- start your vehicle. Run: An “on” position to which the switch returns after you start your engine and release the switch. The switch stays in the Run position when the engine is running. But even when the engine is not running, you can use Run to operate your electrical power accessories, and to display some instru- ment panel warning lights.

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On manual transaxle vehicles, turning the key to will lock the steering column

Lock and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle. This could cause a collision. If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the key only to Off. Don’t press the key release button while the vehicle is moving.

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key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch. If none of this works, then your vehicle need service.

Key Release Button (MANUAL TRANSAXLE) The ignition ley cannot be removed from the ignition unless the key release button is used. To Remove the Key: Turn the key to the Lock position while pressing the key release button down at the same time. Keeping your finger on the button, pull the key straight out.

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. Starting Your Engine

Vehicles with automatic and manual transaxles start differently. Follow the proper steps to start your vehicle.

Automatic Transaxle 1. Move your shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). Your engine won’t start in any other position-that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use N (Neutral) only.

Manual Transaxle 1. Shift your gear selector to

N (Neutral) and hold the clutch pedal to the floor while starting the engine. Your vehicle won’t start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down-that’s a safety feature.

Don’t try to shift to P (Park) if your Pontiac is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift to P (Park) only whe vehicle is stopped.

Both Transaxles 2. Don’t push the accelerator pedal

before starting your engine. In some other vehicles you might need to do this, but because of your vehicle’s computer systems, you don’t.

3. Turn the ignition to Start. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm.

4. If your engine won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in Start for about three seconds. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing, but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine.

If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine’s air intake and badly damage your engine. If you can avoid deep puddles or standin water, dr&e through them ve

Engine Block Heater (OPTION) In very cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or colder, the engine block heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. To Use the Block Heater: 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the

electrical cord.

3. Plug it into a normal, grounded

110-volt outlet.

\ Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 1 10-volt outlet. If the cord won’t reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.

NOTICE After you’ve used the block heater, be sure to store the cord as it was before, to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you dol it could be damaged.

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How long should you keep the block heater plugged in? The answer depends on the weather, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact a Pontiac dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area.

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Transale Your automatic transaxle may have a shift lever located on the steering column or on the console between the seats. Both are shown above. Maximum engine speed is limited on automatic transaxle vehicles when you’re in D (Drive) or N (Neutral), to protect driveline components from improper operation.

Park P (Park): This locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily.

There are six shift positions, seven if you have Overdrive. In this manual, these are referred to by the commonly used symbols in the right column below: Park Reverse Neutral Overdrive Drive Second First

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It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in h P {Park} with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll.

Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you h,ave left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, when you’re on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to P (Park). See th’e Index under Shifting Into P (Park). If you are parking on a hill, or if you’re pulling a trailer, also d : . .--- - +-

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Reverse R (Reverse): Use this gear to back up.

Shifting to R (Reverse) vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. Shift to R only after your vehicle is stopped.

To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transaxle, see the Index under If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow .

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Neufral N (Neutral): In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use N (Neutral) only. Also, use N (Neutral) when your vehicle is being towed.

Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) while your

;ine is “racing” (running at higl

speed) is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose c hit people or objects. Don’t shi out of P (Park) or N (Ne while y o mginc racin

Farward Gears mtdutornatic Overdrive): If your autcmatic transaxle has Automatic Overdrive, this position is for norma &ivin,g. If you m e d more power for pas.sing, and you're: * Goling less than 35 mph (56 lmh) , push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph [56 W h ) or more, push the accelerator all the way clhwn. You'll shift down to the next gear and have more power.

D (Third Gear): If your automatic transaxle does not have Overdrive, this position is for normal driving, at all speeds, in most street and highway situations. Overdrive, D is like m, but you never If your automatic transaxle has go into Overdrive. D instead of m: Here are some times you might choose When driving on hilly, winding roads. When towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between gears. When going down a steep hill.

2 (Second Gear): This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy. You can use 2 on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on. NOTICE Don't drive in 2 (Second Gear) for more than 5 miles (8 km), or at speeds over 55 mph (88 lun/h), or Use D (m or D if your vehicle has you can damage your transaxle. Overdrive) as much as possible. Don't shift into 2 unless you are going slower than 65 mph (105 k d h ) , or you can damage your engine.

Second-Gear Sfatf (omow Your vehicle may be equipped with a Second-Gear Start feature. Press 2ND GEAR START to provide more traction when you are starting on ice or other slippery surfaces. The transaxle will be in second gear when the vehicle begins to move. After starting in second gear the vehicle will upshift normally. This feature is only for improved traction when the road surface is slippery and is not intended for continuous use. Always use NORMAL for normal road conditions.

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. Shzpng the Five-Speed

Manual Transaxle There are seven different positions:

N Neutral 1 First Gear 2 Second Gear 3 ThirdGear 4 Fourth Gear 5 FifthGear R Reverse

Maximum engine speed is limited on manual transaxle vehicles to protect driveline components from improper operation.

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This is your shift pattern. Here's how to operate your transaxle: 1 (First Gear): Press the clutch pedal and shift into 1. Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. You can shift into 1 when you're going less than 20 mph (32 km/h). If you've come to a complete stop and it's hard to shift into 1, put the shift lever in N (Neutral) and let up on the clutch. Press the clutch pedal back down. Then shift into 1. 2 (Second Gear): Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into 2. Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal.

3,4 and 5 (Third, Fourth and Fifth Gears): Shift into 3 , 4 and 5 the same way you do for 2. Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. To Stop: Let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. Just before the vehicle stops, press the clutch pedai and the brake pedal, and shift to N (Neutral). N (Neutral): Use this position when you start or idle your engine. R (Reverse): To back up, press down the clutch pedal and shift into R. Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal.

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[ou cannot go from 5 (Fifth Gear) into R (Reverse). If you try, you will be ocked out. You must first shift to 1,2, 5 or 4 and then shift into R (Reverse). rhis is a safety feature.

Shift to R (Reverse) only after your vehicle is stopped. Shifting to R (Reverse) while your vehicle is moving could damage your transaxle.

Use, use R (Reverse), along with the mlting brake, for parking your vehicle.

Shift Light If you have a manual transaxle, you have a shift light. This light will show you when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy. When this light comes on, you can shift to the next higher gear if weather, road and traffic conditions let you. For the best fuel economy, accelerate slowly and shift when the light comes on. While you accelerate, it is normal for the light to go on and off if you quickly change the position of the accelerator. Ignore the shift light when you downshift.

Shift Speeds (IWANUAL TRANSAXLE) This chart shows when to shift to the next higher gear for the best fuel economy. Acceleration Shift Speeds €or 3.4L (Code X) Engine: 1st to 2nd 17 mph (27Wh) 2nd to 3rd 30 mph (48 km/h) 39 mph {63 km/h) 3rd to 4th 44 mph (71 km/h) 4th to 5th If your speed drops below 210 mph (32 W h ) , or if the engine is not running smoothly, you should downshift to the next lower gear. You may have to downshift two or more gears to keep the engine running smoothly or for good performance.

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I CAUTION If you skip more than one L A gear when you downshift, you could lose control of your vehicle. And you could injure yourself or others. Don’t shift from 5 tn 2 nr 4 tn 7.

If you skip nwrt: ~11arl one gear when you downshift, or if you race the engine when you downshift, you can damage the clutch nr transaxle.

Pump-to-Set Parking Brake The parking brake uses the brakes on the rear wheels. To Set the Parking Brake: Hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Pump your parking brake pedal several times with your left foot until the pedal feels firm. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. Over time, more pumps may be needed to set the parking brake firmly. If it ever takes more than two full pumps, have the brake system adjusted by your dealer.

To Release the Parking Brake: Hold the regular brake pedal down. Pull the BRAKE RELEASE lever.

Driving with the parKing DraKe on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle.

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2. Move the shiH lever into P (Park)

position like this:

Pull the lever towards you.

If You are on a Hill: See the Index under Parking on Hills. That section shows how to turn your front wheels. If You are Towing a Trailer and are Parking on any Hill: See the Index under Towing a Trailer. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving.

Shifting Info P (Park)-Colurnn Shift (AUTOMATIC JRANSAXLE)

I CAUTION A It is dangerous to get out of

your vehicle if the shift lever

is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, when you’re on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you are I parking on a hill, or if you’re pulling a trailer, also see the Index under Parking on Hills or Towing a Trailer.

1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake.

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Shifting Into P (Park)-CoJumn Shift (CONJ.)

* Move the lever up as far as it will go.

3. Move the ignition key to Lock. 4. Remove the key and take it with you.

If you can walk away from your vehicle with the igniti'on key in your hand, your vehicle is in P [Park).

Shifting lnto P (Park)-Console Shift (AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE)

GAUTIUN

It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever

is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won't move, when you're on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you are parking on a hill, or if you're pulling a trailer, also see the Index under Parking on Hills or Towing a Trailer.

I. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake.

2. Move the shift lever into the P (Park)

position like this:

Hold in the button on the lever, and push the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle.

3. Move the ignition key to Lock. 4. Remove the key and take it with you.

If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in P (Park).

Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE)

It is dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine

running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire. You or others could be injured. Don't leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to.

If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in P (Park) and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. After you've moved the shift lever into the P (Park) position, hold tbe regular bralre pedal down. Then, see if you can move the shift lever away from P (Park) without first pulling it toward you (or, if you have the console shift lever, without first pushing the button). If you can, it means that the shift lever wasn't hlPy locke'd into P (Park).

Parking Your Vehick (MANUAL TRdNSAXLE) Before you get out of your vehicle,. put your manual transaxle in R (Reverse) and firmly apply the parking brake. If you are parking on a hill, see the Index under Parking an Mills.

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hgine Exhaust

contains the gas mbOR

monoxide (CO), which you can’t see 0r smell. It can cause:

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Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn.

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Running Your Engine While You’re Parked (AUTOMATIC TRANSAXE) It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to h o w 1 CAUTION

’ Idling the engine with the air

system control OFF could

allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier CAUTION under Engine Exhaust). Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the fan switch is at the highest setting. One place this can happen is a garage. Exhaust-with CO-can come in easily. Never park in a garage with the engine running. Another closed-in place can be a blizzard. (See the Index under Blizzard. )

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Horn You can sound the horn by pressing the horn symbols on your steering wheel.

Tilt Steering Wheel (omow A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release the lever to lock the wheel in place.

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is not hlly in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave pur vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to P (Park). If you are parking on a hill, or if you’re pulling a trailer, also see the In&x under Parking on Hills or Towing a Tnzileu.

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Windows On a vehicle with manual windows, use the window crank to open and close each window.

Turn Signall Headlight Beam Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your:

Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlight High-Low Beam Flash-to-Pass Feature Cruise Control (Option)

Power Windows (OPTION) With power windows, switches on the rlriver’s armrest control each of the windows when the ignition is on. In addition, each passenger door has a control switch for its own window. The driver’s window switch has an Express Down feature. The driver’s window can be opened a small amount by tapping the rear of the switch. When the switch is pushed all the way down, the window opens completely. To stop the window while it is lowering, press the front of the switch, then release. To raise the window, press and hold the front of the switch.

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Turn Signal and Lane Change, IndiGator The turn signal has two upward (for Right) and two downward (for Left) po&iom. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To Signal a Turn: M.ove the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically.

A green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself when you release it.

As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the m a w s dcdt flash but just shy on, a signal buJb may be burned out and other d r i v e r s won’t see your t u n signal. If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help amid an accident. If the green arrows don’t pp on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse (see the under Fuses E. Circait Blreakeus) and for burned-out bulbs. A warning chime will repnind you if you have left your turn signal on faor more than ‘1’2 mile (-8 km) of driving.

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6 Cmke Control (OPTION) With cruise control, you can maintain a spesd of about 25 mph (40 W h ] or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips . Cruise control does not work at speeds ‘be1.0~ about 25 mph (40’ W h ) . When you apply your brakes, or the clutch pedal, the cruise control shuts off.

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Cruise control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and YQU could lose control. Don’t use cruise control on slippery roads.

To Set Cruise Control 1. Move the cruise control switch to

ON.

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If you leave your cruise control switch ON when

you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch OFF until you want to use it.

2. Get up to the speed you want.

3. Push in the SET button at the end of

the lever and release it.

4. Take your foot off the accelerator

pedal.

To Resume a Sei Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake or clutch pedal. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise control switch from ON to RESUME/ACCEL (which stands for Resume/Accelerate) for about half a second. You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there.

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RESUME/ACCEL longer

than half a second, the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake or clutch pedal. You could be startled and even lose control. So unless you want to go faster, don’t hold the switch at RESUME/ACCEL.

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To increase Speed While Using ‘Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed. Here’s the first: 1. Use the accelerator pedal to get to the

higher speed.

2. Push the button at the end of the

lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed.

Here’s the second way to go to a higher speed: Move the cruise switch from ON to RESUME/ACCEL. Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the switch. To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch to RESUME/ACCEL for less than half a second and then release it. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 rnph (1.6 km/h) faster.

To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control:

Push in the button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it. To slow down in very small amounts, push the button for less than half a second. Each time you do this, you’ll go 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower.

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Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier.

Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load, and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake or clutch pedal takes you out of cruise control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don't use cruise control on steep hills.

To Get Out of Cruise ConW There are two ways to turn off the cruise control:

Step lightly on the brake pedal or push the clutch pedal, if you have a manual transaxle; OR Move the cruise switch to OFF. Ti Erase Cruise Speed Memory When you turn off the cruis'e control or the ignition, your cruise control set speed memory is erased.

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Wjndshiield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by sliding the h o b . Far a single wiping cycle, push the switch marked MIST. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop .after one cycle. If you want more cycle.s, hold the switch on MISIT longer. Far skady wiping at low speed, slide the h o b to the LO position. For high speed wiping, slide the knob further, to HI.. 'To stop the wipers, slide the knob to OFF.

Damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well

enough to drive safely. To avoid damage, be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they're frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts.

You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow. Slide the h o b to choose the delay time. The closer to LO, the shorter the delay.

Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers. A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload.

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Windshield Washer To spray washer fluid on the windshield. push the switch marked @. If you have the standard wipers, the wipers will keep going in LO until you turn the wiper control to OFF. If you have the Low Speed Delay option, the wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed.

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k mud splash can block your

vision. You could hit another vehicle or go off the road. Check your washer fluid level often. In freezing weather, don't use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision.

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Headlights The main light controls are on the left side of the instrument panel. Push the switch marked pf to turn on: Parking Lights Running Lights

Your headlights won’t come on. Pull the switch to turn these lights off.

Push the switch marked -:a- to turn on

your headlights together with:

Parking Lights Running Lights Taillights Instrument Panel Lights

Pull the switch to turn them off.

Operation of Lights Although your vehicle’s lighting system (headlamps, parking lamps, fog lamps, side marker lamps and tail lamps) meets all applicable federal lighting requirements, certain states and provinces may apply their own lighting regulations that may require special attention before you operate these lamps. For example, some jurisdictions may require that you operate your lower beam lamps with fog lamps at all times, or that headlamps be turned on whenever you must use your windshield wipers. In addition, most jurisdictions prohibit driving solely with parking lamps, especially at dawn or dusk. It is recommended that you check with your own state or provincial highway authority for applicable lighting regulations. Lights On Reminder If you open the door while leaving the lights on, you will hear a warning tone.

Dayfime Running lights (CANADA ONLY) The Canadian Federal Government has decided that “Daytime Running Lights” (DRL) are a useful feature, in that DRL can make your vehicle more visible to pedestrians and other drivers during daylight hours. DRL are required on new vehicles sold in Canada. Your DRL work with a light sensor on top of the instrument panel. Don’t cover it up. The low beam headlights will come on at reduced brightness in daylight when:

The ignition is on The headlight switch is off, and The parking brake is released.

At dusk, the exterior lights will come on automatically and the low beams will change to full brightness. At dawn, the exterior lights will go out and the low beams will change to the reduced brightness of DRL (if the headlight switch is off). Of course, you may still turn on the headlights any time you need to. To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, set the parking brake while the ignition is in the Off or Lock position. Then start the vehicle. The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake.

Headlighf High-Low Beam Changer To change the headlights from low beam to high or high to low, pull the turn signal/headlight beam lever all the way toward you. Then release it. When the high beams are on, a blue light on the instrument panel also will be on.

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Flash-to- Pass Flash-to-pass lets you use your high beam headlights to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. To use it, pull the turn signal/headlight beam lever toward you. If Your Headlights are Off: Your high beam headlights will turn on. They’ll stay on as long as you hold the lever there. Release the lever to turn them off. If Your Headlights are On: No flash-to-pass. Use the lever to change between high and low beams, as explained under Headlight High-Low Beam Changer earlier in this section. If the fog light switch is on, your fog lights will go off while the high beams are on. When the high beams go off, the fog lights will come on again. 3 0

Brightness Intensity Control You can brighten or dim the instrument panel lights by sliding the control knob up or down. If you slide the knob all the way up to INT your courtesy or interior lights will come on. To turn instrument panel lights on to full intensity with the headlights on, slide the control knob to HI.

Fog Lights Use your fog lights for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. To turn fog lights on, push the switch. Pull the parking light switch to turn the fog lights off. When using fog lights, the parking lights and/or low beam headlights must be on. The fog lights will go off whenever the high beam headlights come on. When the high beams go off, the fog lights will come on again.

Reading Lights Reading lights have a switch. You can also turn them on with the brightness intensity control. To avoid draining your vehicle's battery, be sure to turn off all front and rear reading lights when you leave your vehicle.

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Rearview Mirror Reading lights (OPTION) These lights are part of the rearview mirror. They go on when you open the doors. When the doors are closed, turn them on and off with the switch.

Dome Reading Lights (OPTION) These lights are part of your dome light. Press the switch nearest the light you want on. Press the switch again to turn the light off.

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Reading Lights (OPTION)

These lights are part of the overhead console. Press the switch nearest the light you want on. Press the switch again to turn the light off.

Rear Reading Lights (OPTION) These lights go on when you open the doors. When the doors are closed, turn them on and off with the switch.

Courtesy Lights When any door is opened, several lights come on. These lights are courtesy lights. They make it easier for you to enter and leave your vehicle. Your dome light is a courtesy light. Any lights beneath your instrument panel or on your doors are courtesy lights. Your Pontiac may also have others. You can turn on the courtesy lights with the brightness intensity control. See Brightness Intensity Control earlier in this section.

Illuminated Entry (OPTION) If you have illuminated entry, your interior lights will stay on for about 12 seconds after the door is closed. The lights will go out when the ignition key is turned to the Run position.

Inside Manual DaylNight Rearview Mirror To reduce glare from lights behind you, pull the lever toward you to the night position.

Convex Outside Mirror Your right side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so yo^ can see more from the driver’s seat.

A If you aren’t used to a convex

mirror, you can hit another vehicle. A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.

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Outside Mirrors To adjust your left outside mirror, move the knob. To adjust your right outside mirror, sit in the driver's seat and have a passenger adjust the mirror for you. Adjust each mirror so you can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position.

Electric Mirror Control (OPTION) A selector switch on the driver's door armrest controls both outside rearview mirrors. Move the switch to L to select the driver's side rearview mirror, or to R to select the passenger side rearview mirror. Then press the control pad to adjust each mirror so that you just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position. To lock the controls, leave the selector switch in the middle position.

Sun Visors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also remove them from the center mount and swing them to the side. Your sun visors may have pockets for storing light items, such as maps.

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Visor Vanity Mirrors (OPTION) Standard Mirror: Open the cover to expose the vanity mirror. Lighted Mirrors: If your vehicle has the optional lighted vanity mirrors, the lights come on when you open the cover. These can even be used for reading.

Fold-Down Armrest To use the armrest, just pull it down.

Storage Armrest (OPTION) To open this type, fold down the armrest, then press the latch on the underside and lift the cover. Inside, you have storage space and you may have a fold-out cup holder.

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Storage Armrest (CONT.) To open this type, press the latch and lift the cover.

Fold-Down Rear Armrest To use this armrest, just pull it down. There is a tray for small items.

Rear Seat Storage Armrest (OPTION) When the cover is closed, you have storage for small items. To open, lift the back of the cover and swing it forward. Inside, you have a cup holder and more storage space.

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Trunk Access Panel If you have split rear seats, you may have a trunk access panel for storing long objects like skis. Pull your rear armrest down using the strap. Then pull the latch on the trunk access panel toward you to open the panel. To close the access panel, lift the latch.

Ashtrays and Lighter To clean the center console ashtray, open the lid and then lift it out by pulling on the snuffer.

To clean the instrument panel ashtray, open it fully and lift it out by pulling on the ashtray door. The lighter is next to the center front ashtray. To use the lighter, just push it in all the way and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back by itself.

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To open this ashtray, press one side and turn it open.

Don’t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays. If you do, cigarettes or other smoking

Ashfrays and Lighter (CONT.)

Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able to back away from the heating element when it’s readv. That can make it

To remove the ashtray for cleaning, press the snuffer as you lift up the bottom of the ashtray.

To remove this ashtray for cleaning, open the door and pull up sn the ashtray door.

Passenger Assist Strap Your Pontiac may have assist straps. Passengers can use the straps to help keep their balance over rough mads or during sharp turns.

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Sunroof (OPTION) Your sunroof provides an airy, spacious feel to your vehicle’s interior and can also increase ventilation. It includes a sliding glass panel and a sliding sunshade. The control switch will work only when the ignition is on.

To Open the Sunroof Rear Vent: Press the front of the switch when the sunroof is closed. Open the sunshade by hand. To Close the Sunroof Rear Vent: Press the rear of the switch.

To Open the Sunroof: Press the rear of the switch to open the glass panel and sunshade. Let go of the switch to stop the panel in any position. To Close the Sunroof: Press the front of the switch to close the glass panel. The sunshade can only be closed by hand. The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or closed if your Pontiac has an electrical failure.

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Luggage Carrier (OPTION) If you have the optional luggage carrier, you can load things on the deck lid of your vehicle. The luggage carrier has slats attached to the deck lid, a rear rail, and tiedowns.

Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your Pontiac. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see the Index under Loading Your Vehicle. To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you’re driving, check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and cargo are still securely fastened.

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The Instrument Panel- Your Information System Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll h o w how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically. The main components of your instrument panel are: 1. Light Controls 2. Tilt Steering Wheel Lever (Option) 3. Horn 4. Steering Wheel Controls (Option)

5. Instrument Cluster 6. Trip Odometer Reset 7. Ignition Switch 8. Windshield Wiper Controls 9. HUD Controls (Option) IO. Vents 1 1. Glove Box Combination Lock 12. Vents 13. Glove Box/Fuse PaneVRemote

Trunk Release (Option)

14. Audio System 15. Gearshift Lever 16. Second-Gear Start Switch (Option) 17. Driver Information Center (Option) 18. Climate Controls/Rear Window

Defogger

19. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch 20. Turn SignaVHeadlight Beam Lever 21. Brake Release 22. Hood Release (on floor by driver’s

door) 23. Vents

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

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Your vehicle may also have a driver information system that worlrs along with the warning lights and gages. See the Index under Driver Information Center.

Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This section describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive r’epair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights go on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. As you will see in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you turn the ignition key just to let you know they’re working. If you are

familiar with this section, you should not be alarmed when this happens. Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you lmow when there’s a problem with your vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow the manual’s advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly-and even dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights and gages. They’re a big help.

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Odometer Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the U.S.) or kilometers (used in Canada). Your Pontiac has a tamper resistant odometer. If you see silver lines between the numbers, you’ll h o w that someone has probably tried to turn it back, so the numbers may not be true. You may wonder what happens if your Pontiac needs a new odometer installed. If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer, then it must be. But if it can’t, then it’s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver’s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed.

Speedometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).

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Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero. It reads in either miles or kilometers. To set the trip odometer to zero, press the reset button.

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Fuel Gage You have one of the fuel gages shown. The fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left, when the ignition is on. When the indicator nears E (Empty), you still have a little fuel left, but you should get more soon. Here are three things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage:

At the gas station, with your ignition on, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads F (Full).

It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tanks capacity to fill the tank. The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up.

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

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Low Fuel Warning Light If your fuel is low, a light will come on.

The warning will not go off until you add fuel. It will also come on for a few seconds when you first turn on the ignition as a check to show you it is working. If it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed.

Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light tells you that your engine coolant has overheated or your radiator cooling fan is not working. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn the engine off as soon as possible. HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY! In Problems on the Road, this manual shows what to do. See the Index under Engine Overheating.

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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage You have a gage that shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine is too hot!

That reading means the same thing as the warning light. It means that your engine coolant has overheated. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible. HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY! In Problems on the Road, this manual shows what to do. See the Index under Engine Overheating.

Low Coolant Warning Light If this light comes on, your system is low on coolant and the engine may overheat. See the Index under Engine Coolant and have your vehicle serviced as soon as you can.

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Oil Warning Light If you have a problem with your oil, this light may stay on after you start your engine, or come on when you are driving. This indicates that oil is not going through your engine quickly enough to keep it lubricated. The engine could be low on oil, or could have some other oil problem. Have it fixed right away.

Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do,

your engine can become so hot that it catches h e . You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have yaw vehicle

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The oil light could also come on in three other situations:

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

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Oil Pressure Indicator (OPTION) This indicator tells you if there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure. The pointer should be above the red zone when the engine is running. Readings in the red area tell you that the engine is low on oil, or that you might have some other oil problem. See the Index under Engine Oil.

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Don't keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do,

your engine can become so hot that it catches fire, You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced.

Battery Warning Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition as a check to show you it is working. Then it should go out. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system. It could indicate that you have a loose generator drive belt or another electrical problem. Have it checked right away. Driving while this light is on could drain your battery. If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be certain to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner.

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Voltmeter (OPTION) When the engine is running, the gage shows the condition of the charging system. Readings between the red warning zones indicate the normal operating range. Readings in either red warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical system. Have your vehicle serviced immediately. When your engine is not running, but the ignition is on (in the Run position), the gage shows your battery’s state of charge.

Brake System Warning Light Your Pontiac’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good bralung, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light goes on, there could be a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. This light should come on as you start the vehicle. If it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. This light will also come on when you set your parking brake, and will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release

fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem. If the light comes on while driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You maJ notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. (See the Index under Towing Your Pontiac.) 1 CAUTION

Your brake system may not be working properly if the WIMC warning light is on. Driving with the brake warning light ora can lead to an accident. If the light is still on after you’ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have I the vehicle towed €or senrice.

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the regular brake system warning light is also on, see the Index under Brake System Warning Light. If the anti-lock brake system warning light ever flashes, your anti-lock brake system is still working but needs service as soon as possible.

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

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Malfunction Incfkator Lamp (Semite Engine Soon Light) A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This light should come on when the ignition is on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is, working. If it does not come on at all, have it fixed right away. If it stays on, or it comes on while you are driving, the computer is indicating that yo8u have a problem. You should take your vehicle in for service soon.

If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while th emission controls won't work as well, your fuel economy won't be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repai+p@,cqered by your warranty :',~: ~;'='--

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Check Gauges Light (OPTION) The CHECK GAUGES light will come on if your oil pressure gage or engine coolant temperature gage is pointing to the red area. If these gages do not indicate a problem, the CHECK GAUGES light means there is a problem with your vehicle's charging system.

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The Driver Information Center provides useful information while you travel. It will tell you:

Date and Time Direction of Travel Average Speed Average Fuel Economy Instant Fuel Economy Driving Range before Refueling Condition of Vehicle Systems

Using the Driver Information Center When you start your engine, the Driver Information Center displays the date, time and direction of travel. For other information, press the control buttons. On some models, the Driver Information Center also checks nine vehicle systems when you start your engine. It flashes messages as it checks these systems. The messages do not mean something is wrong with your vehicle unless they continue to flash.

Control Buttons Ten buttons control Driver Information Center functions. RANGE Shows how much farther you can travel with the fuel you have. AVG SPEED: Shows your average speed since the last time you reset the function. It counts only the time the engine is running. AVG ECON: Shows your average fuel economy since the last time you reset the function. INST ECON: Shows your fuel economy at the time you push the button. RESET: Works with other buttons to reset the functions.

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Control Buttons (CONT.) SYSTEMS CHECK: Tells you when routine service is needed and, on some models, checks your vehicle's operating systems. Two buttons control adjustments to the calendar: MODE and SET. MODE also controls selection of English or metric units for the Driver Information Center and Head-Up Display, if your vehicle has one. See Cakndar later in this section. See the Index under Head- Wp Display. Twlo, buttons control adjustments to the compass: NORTH and CAL. See the Index under Compass.

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RANGE: Press to see how much farther you can travel before refueling. If this is less than 40 miles (64 km), a message will be displayed. Press again to turn off the display. Range calculations are based on how much fuel is in the tank and your average fuel economy. For best results, each time you refuel you should reset the range function. To Reset Range: 1. Press RANGE. 2. Press and hold RESET for one

second.

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AVG SPEED: Press to display your vehicle's average speed during all the time the engine was running since the last time you reset the function. Press again to turn off the display. To Reset Average Speed: 1. Press AVG SPEED. 2. Press and hold RESET for one

second.

AVG ECON: Press to display your average fuel economy since the last time you reset the function. Press again to turn off the display. To Reset Average Economy: 1. Press AVG ECON. 2. Press and hold RESET for one

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INST ECON: Press to display your fuel economy at the time you press the button. The display will be updated every five seconds until you turn it off. Press again to turn off the display. SYSTEMS CHECK: Press to display the systems monitor (STE Model only). If your model does not have the systems monitor, it will display the sewice reminder sequence. If it has the systems monitor, press again to display the service reminder sequence. Systems Monitor: This checks to be sure the following systems in your vehicle are in proper working order:

Front lights Rear lights Side lights

Doors Hood Washer fluid Trunk Fuel tank Anti-lock brakes (if equipped)

The systems monitor briefly displays messages as it checks these systems. If it finds a problem, the systems monitor will display a continuous or flashing message about the problem. If all systems are satisfactory, the service reminder sequence will begin. If you pull a trailer, the extra trailer lamp bulbs will not allow the systems monitor to properly detect a burned-out bulb. When the trailer lights are disconnected, the systems monitor will again monitor the bulbs.

Service Reminder Sequence: This shows the distance remaining to the next recommended: Oil change (OIL) Oil filter change (OIL FILT) Air filter change (AIR FILT) Tire rotation (ROT TIRE) Tune up (TUNE UP) Press SYSTEMS CHECK each time