1997 Pontiac Grand PRIX Owners Manual

Important Information on Engine Exhaust Operation of Your Windows Adjusting the Tilt Steering Wheel

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Functions of the Multifunction Lever How to Use the HighLow Beam Headlamp Changer Windshield Wipers and Fluid Using Cruise Control Exterior Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Interior Lamps Rearview Mirrors Storage Compartments Instrument Panel Overview All About Your Warning Lights and Gages Driver Information Center Head-Up Display

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Keys

Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with young children.

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The master key can be used for the ignition, as well as all door locks and storage compartments.

The valet key can be used for the ignition and the two side doors only. It will not open the trunk, glove box or fold down rear seat trunk access panel (if equipped).

When a new Pontiac is delivered, it will come with a bar coded tag attached to the key ring. This tag has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys. Keep the code in a safe place. If you lose your keys, you’ll be able to have new ones made easily using this code. If you need a new master key, contact your Pontiac dealer who can obtain the correct key code, or, in an emergency, call Pontiac Roadside Assistance at 1-800-ROADSIB or 1-800-762-3743. I NOTICE: Your Pontiac has a number of features that can help prevent theft. But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside. You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in. So be sure you have extra keys.

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Front Door To unlock either front door from outside the vehicle with your key, insert it fully into the door key cylinder and turn it toward the front. You can lock either front door from outside the vehicle with your key by inserting it fully into the rear door key cylinder and turning it toward the rear.

Door Locks

Unlocked doors can be dangerous.

Passengers -- especially children -- can easily

open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. This may not be so obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked. Wear safety belt: properly, lock your doors, and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle.

There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle.

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To unlock either front door from inside the vehicle, rotate the lock lever back. To lock either front door from inside the vehicle, slide the lock lever forward.

Rear Door(s) To unlock either rear door from inside the vehicle, rotate the lock lever back. To lock either rear door from inside the vehicle, slide the lock lever forward. Power Door Locks

To unlock all doors from inside the vehicle, press the fiont of the power door lock switch on either front door. If your vehicle is equipped with a Content Theft-Deterrent system, the power door lock switch will not unlock the doors until the system is disarmed. See “Content Theft-Deterrent” in the Index for more details.

You can lock all doors from inside the vehicle by pressing the rear of the power lock switch on either door. If your vehicle is equipped with a Content Theft-Deterrent system, the power lock switch may cause the system to arm see “Content Theft-Deterrent” in the Index for more details. To unlock any door from outside the vehicle with your key, insert it fully into the key cylinder and turn it to the unlock position. This will cause only the door you are operating to be unlocked. If equipped with content theft-deterrent, you can unlock all doors by holding the key cylinder in the unlock position for one second. Lockout Deterrent The Lockout Deterrent feature makes it difficult for you to lock your keys in your vehicle. If the driver’s door is open while the keys are in the ignition, you will not be able to to use your power door locks. This feature cannot guarantee that you’ll never be locked out of your vehicle. If you don’t leave the keys in the ignition, or if you used the manual door lock, you could still lock your keys inside your vehicle. Always remember to take your keys with you. To turn this feature on or off, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index.

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Last Door Closed Locking The Last Door Closed Locking makes it more convenient €or you to use your power door lo’cks to lock all doors when leaving your vehicle. When any door is open, the first time you attempt to lock the doors using the power door lock switch or key chain transmitter will result in three chimes to signal that Last Door Closed Locking is being used. All doors can be opened for any reason for five seconds from the time the last door has been closed. Five seconds after the last door is closed, all doors will lock. You can lock the doors immediately by using the power door lock switch or the key chain transmitter to lock again. The Last Door Closed Locking feature will not occur and d’oors will not be locked as a result of this feature when the ignition switch is in the RUN or ACCESSORY position. The Last Door Closed Locking feature is not enabled from the factory. To turn the Last Door Closed Locking feature on or off, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index.

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Automatic Door Locks

Unlocked doors can be dangerous.

Passengers -- especially children -- can easily

open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. This may not be so obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked. Wear safety belts properly, lock your doors, and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle.

All of the doors will lock automatically when you move your shift lever out of PARK (P). All doors will. unl’ock automatically when the ignition is turned off while the shift lever is in PARK (P). If you prefer to have your doors unlocked automatically at any time, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index.

It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) 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’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 PARK (P).

If someone needs to get in or out of the vehicle after the doors have been automatically locked, place the shift lever into PARK (P). Unlock all doors by using the power door lock switch or unlock just the door you want by using the inside lever. If you have programmed your automatic door locks (see ”Locks and Lighting choices” in the Index.) to unlock the doors when the shift lever is shifted into PARK (P), the doors will be automatically unlocked for you. The doors will be automatically locked when you move your shift lever out of PARK (P) with the ignition on.

If you don’t want the doors to unlock automatically when you turn the ignition off, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index. Rear Door Security Locks (4-DoOr Models)

Your Pontiac is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the inside. To use one of these locks: 1. Open one of the rear doors. 2. On the inside of the rear door will be a lock. Insert your master key into this lock and rotate it upward. This will engage the safety lock.

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3. Close the door. 4. Do the same thing to the other rear door lock. The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from the insid'e when this feature is in use. If you want to open the rear door when the security lock is on, unlock the door from the inside and then open the door from the outside. Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your door and set the locks from inside. Then get out and close the door. Keyless Entry (If Equipped) If your Pontiac has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the key chain transmitter supplied with your vehicle. Your Keyless Entry System operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry and Science Canada 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. 2-8

This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry and Science Canada. Operations is subject to the following two conditions: (I) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. This system has a range of about 3 geet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m). At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for th'e transmitter to work, try this:

Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See the instructions that follow. Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left or right and try again. If you're still having trouble, 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.

Operation

3-Button Key Fob

4-Button Key Fob

Remote All Door Lock To lock all doors, press LOCK on the key chain transmitter (see “Power Door Locks” in the Index for more details on power door lock features). If your vehicle is equipped with the Content Theft-Deterrent system, the LOCK button may arm the system (see “Content Theft-Deterrent” in the Index for more details).

Remote Driver’s Door and All Door Unlock When you press UNLOCK on the key chain transmitter, only the driver’s door will unlock. If you press UNLOCK again within five seconds, all the doors will unlock. If you would like all doors to unlock the first time you press UNLOCK, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index. If your vehicle is equipped with the Content Theft-Deterrent system, the UNLOCK button on the key chain transmitter will disarm the system (see “Content Theft-Deterrent” in the Index for more details). Remote Trunk Release Press the trunk symbol on your key chain transmitter to open your trunk. The transaxle must be in PARK (P) for this feature to operate. Remote Alarm (If Equipped) When you press the horn button on the key chain transmitter, your vehicle’s headlamps will flash and the horn will sound. This will allow you to attract attention, if needed. Remote Lock/Unlock Confirmation (If Equipped) This feature provides feedback to the holder of the key chain transmitter that a command has been received by

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the Remote Lock Control receiver. To signal that a command has been received, the headlamps will flash and the horn will sound briefly. To program the various modes available, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index. 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 ble purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters must also be matched. Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter, the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle. Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it, Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battiry in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before probably time to change the battery.

the transmitter works, it’s

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To replace your battery: 1.

Insert a flat object like a dime into the slot ‘on the side of the trmsdtter md twist to separate the halves. Gently pry the battery out of the transmitter. Do not use metal flanges to “pop out” the battery. Put the new battery into the transmitter as shown on the transmitter (use a type CR2032 battery). Rleassemblle the transmitter. Make sure the halves are snapped together tightly so water will not get in, Check the transmitter operation. If needed, follow the instructions on resynchronizing your remote transmi~r.

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Trunk

When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter.

Resynchronizing Your Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Your Keyless Entry System uses a continually changing code for increased security. Normally, the receiver in your vehicle will keep track of this changing code. 0 Loss of synchronization will occur if the transmitter is activated more than 256 times while out of range of the vehicle. Loss of synchronization will occur after battery replacement if the transmitter is immediately activated more than 16 times while Out of range of the vehicle.

If your key chain transmitter has stopped working, you may need to resynchronize the transmitter to the vehicle receiver. To do this, press the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons together and hold for at least seven seconds, or until the horn sounds when equipped with Content Theft-Deterrent. Check transmitter.

It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the trunk open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk:

Make sure all windows are shut. Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on VENT. That will force outside air into your vehicle. See “Comfort Controls” in the Index. If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all the way.

See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.

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Trunk Lock

To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the master key and turn it. You can also use the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter, if your vehicle has this option.

Remote Trunk Release (If Equipped)

Press the button behind the glove box door to unlock the trunk from inside your vehicle. Your transaxle shift lever must be in PARK (P).

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 make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Key in the Ignition If you leave 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 chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will your ignition and transaxle. And remember to lock the doors.

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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.

0 Lock the glove box. 0 Lock all doors except the driver’s. 0 Give the valet key to the valet. Then take the master

key with you.

Content Theft-Deterrent (If Equipped) If your Grand Prix has this option, it has a theft-deterrent alarm system.

A red light located on top of your instrument panel (near the center of the vehicle, next to the windshield) will flash slowly when the system is armed. While armed, the doors will not unlock with the power lock switch. The alarm will go off if someone damages the vehicle, tampers with the trunk lock, enters the vehicle (without using the key chain transmitter or key to unlock the doors), or turns the ignition on. Your horn will sound and your headlamps will flash for up to two minutes. The system will also cut off the fuel supply, preventing the vehicle from being driven.

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Arming with the Power Lock Switch Your alarm system will arm when you use either power lock switch to lock the doors while any door is open and the key is removed from the ignition (if you would like to turn off the power door lock switch arming, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index). The security light flashes quickly to let you know when the system is ready to arm with the power door switches. The security light will stop flashing and stay on, when you press the rear of the power lock switch, to let you know the system is arming. After all doors are closed and locked, the security light will begin flashing at a very slow rate to let you know the system is armed. Arming with the Key Chain Transmitter Your alarm system will arm when you use your key chain transmitter to lock the doors while the key is removed from the ignition. The security light will turn on to let you know the system is arming. After all doors are closed and locked, the security light will begin flashing at a very slow rate to let you know the system is armed. Arming Confirmation If remote unlock confirmation is on (see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index), your headlamps will flash briefly to let you know when your alarm system has armed.

Disarming with the Key. Chain Transmitter Your alarm system will disarm when you use your key chain transmitter to unlock the doors. The security light will stop flashing to let you know the system is disarmed. Disarming with Your Key Your alarm system will disarm when you use your key to unlock the doors. The security light will stop flashing to let you know the system is disarmed. If you would like your key to disarm the alarm system, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index. Nuisance Alarms If you experience nuisance alarms (alarms which are not caused by the opening of a door and are not desirable), you may need to reduce the damage detection sensitivity. Try programming your Content Theft-Deterrent to mode 1, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index. If you continue to experience nuisance alarms, you may want to try turning off damage detection by programming your Content Theft-Deterrent to mode 2, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index. If you are still having trouble with nuisance alarms, you can turn off the Content Theft-Deterrent system by programming your Content Theft-Deterrent to mode 3, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index. See your dealer or a qualified technician for service.

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New Vehicle “Break-In”

Ignition Positions

NOTICE:

Your modern Pontiac doesn’t need 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 (805 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts.

0 Avoid making hard stops for the first

200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time your new brake linings aren’t yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. Don’t tow a trailer during break-in. See “Towing a Trailer’’ in the Index for more information.

With the ignition key in the ignition switch, you can turn the switch to five positions: ACCESSORY (A): This position lets you use things like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is off. To use ACCESSORY, push in the key and turn it toward you. Your steering wheel will stay locked. LOCK (B): Before you put the key into the ignition switch, the switch is in LOCK. It’s also the only position in which you can remove your key. This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It’s a theft-deterrent feature.

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

NOTICE:

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

1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your

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

OFF (C): This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel. It doesn’t lock the steering wheel like LOCK. Use OFF if you must have your vehicle pushed or towed. RUN (D): This position is where the key returns after you start your vehicle. With the engine off, you can use RUN to display some of your warning and indicator lights. START (E): This position starts your engine. A warning chime will sound if you open the driver’s door when the ignition is in OFF, LOCK or ACCESSORY and the key is in the ignition,

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If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t turn it, be sure your are using the correct key; if so is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while yon turn the key hard. But turn the 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 needs service.

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NOTICE:

NOTICE:

Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle. See “Towing Your Vehicle” in the Index.

Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor.

2. If it doesn’t start right away, hold your key in

START for about three to five seconds at a time until your engine starts. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery.

3. If your engine still 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. After waiting about 15 seconds, repeat the normal starting procedure.

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Engine Coolant Heater (Option)

In very cold weather, 0°F (- 18 “C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better €uel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. To Use tl Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. 2-18

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 110-volt AC outlet. If the cord won’t reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.

4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you don’t, it could be damaged.

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

Automatic Transaxle Operation

Your automatic transaxle may have a shift lever on the steering column or on the console between the seats. Maximum engine speed is limited when you’re in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N), to protect driveline components from improper operation.

There are several different positions for your shift lever. PARK (P): This locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily.

It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) 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 have 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 PARK (P). See “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in the Index. If you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.

Make sure the shift lever is fully into PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Your Pontiac has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK (P) while keeping the brake pedal pushed down. Release the shift lever button if you have a console shift. Then move the shift lever out of PARK (P), being sure to press the shift lever button if you have a console shift. See “Shifting Out of PARK (P)” in the Index. REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up.

NOTICE:

I Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. Shift to REVERSE (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 “Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow” in the Index,

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

Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is “racing” (running at high speed) is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose ‘control and hit people I or objects. shift out of PARK (P) or Don’t NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is racing.

NOTICE:

I Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out

I of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine

racing isn’t covered by your warranty.

AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If your vehicle has overdrive, AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D) is the overdrive position. If you need more power for passing, and you’re:

Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down.

0 Going about 35 mph (55 k m h ) or more, push the

accelerator pedal all the way down. You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power.

NOTICE:

If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly, or if it seems not to shift gears as you go faster, something may be wrong with a transaxle system sensor. If you drive very far that way, your vehicle can be damaged. So, if this happens, have your vehicle serviced right away. Until then, you can use SECOND (2) when you are driving less than 35 mph (55 km/h) and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D) for higher speeds.

THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal driving, but it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D). Here are some times you might choose THIRD (3) instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D):

When driving on hilly, winding roads. When towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between gears. When going down a steep hill.

SECOND (2): This position gives you more power, but lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (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 SECOND (2) for more than 25 miles (41 km) at speeds over 55 mph (88 km/h), or you can damage your transaxle. Use AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D) or THIRD (3) as much as possible. Don’t shift into SECOND (2) unless you are going slower than 65 mph (105 km/h), or you can damage your engine.

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FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power, but lower fuel economy than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the shift lever is put in FIRST (1)’ the transaxle won’t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.

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If your front wheels can’t rotate, don’t try to drive. This might happen if you were stuck in a solid very deep sand or mud or were up against object. You could damage your transaxle. Also, if you stop when going uphill, don’t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and damage the transaxle. Use your brakes or shift into PARK (P) to hold your vehicle in position on a hill.

Shift Lock Release (Console Shift) If your vehicle’s battery should go dead, there are two override access slots that will allow you to override park lock. The first is located underneath the steering column below the lock cylinder. To use this slot, first remove the trim cap. Insert a key or screwdriver into the access slot and press the lock cylinder.

You will now be able to remove your key from the ignition. Be sure to replace the trim cap after use. If the car has a column mounted gear shift lever, you will now also be able to shift your vehicle out of PARK (P).

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Performance Shifting (If Equipped)

Press the performance shift button, located on the side of the console shift knob, to allow the transaxle to shift at higher engine speeds, increasing acceleration performance.

For cars with center console mounted gear shift levers, the second access slot is located on the right hand side of the console shift panel, next to the shift lever. Insert a screwdriver into the slot. Pry the cap open using the screwdriver. Be careful not to damage the cap. Press down and hold. You will now be able to shift your vehicle out of PARK (P).

If you have a vehicle with the option 3800 Supercharged engine, the words “Performance Shift” will glow in the trip computer when the Performance Shift is in operation. Downshifts will occur at a lower percentage of accelerator use while you’re in the performance shift mode. Press the button again to return to normal shifting. The transaxle will then shift at lower engine speeds, increasing fuel economy.

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

If you are towing a trailer and are pasking on any hill, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving.

Parking Brake

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To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot,

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To release the parking brake, hold the’rZguhr brake pedal down with your right foot and push the parking brake pedal with your left foot. When you lift your left foot, the parking brake pedal will follow it to the released position.

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Shifting Into PARK (P)

Column Shift 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and

set the parking brake.

2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) position like this:

It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) 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, even when you’re on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer’’ in the Index.

Pull the lever toward you.

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Console Shift I . Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and

set the parking brake.

2, Move the shift lever into PARK (P) position like this:

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 leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).

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Hold in the lever, located on the front of the shift knob, and push the shift knob all the way toward the front of your vehicle. Move the ignition key to LOCK. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle i s in PARK (P).

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Torque Lock If you are parlung on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To find out how, see “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in the Index. When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out of PARK (P) before you release the parking brake. If torque lock does occur, you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle, so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).

Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running

It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move (P) suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in 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 PARK (P) and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. After you’ve moved the shift lever into the PARK (P) position, hold the regular brake pedal down. Then, see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK (P) without first pulling it toward you (or, if you have a console shift lever, without first pushing the button). If you can, it means that the shift lever wasn’t fully locked into PARK (P).

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Shifting Out of PARK (P) Your Pontiac has a Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock. You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. See “Automatic Transaxle Operation” in the Index. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK (P) while keeping the brake pedal pushed down. Release the shift lever button if you have a console shift. Then move the shift lever out of PARK (P), being sure to press the shift lever button if you have a console shift. If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t shift out of PARK (P) with column shift, try this: 1. Turn the key to OFF. 2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4. 3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Start the engine and shift to the drive gear you want. 5. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can. With Console Shift see “Shift Lock Release” section.

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Parking Over Things That Burn

r 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.

Engine Exhaust

Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in ifi

Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. Your vehicle gets rusty underneath.

0 Your vehicle was damaged in a collision.

Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris. Repairs weren’t done correctly.

0 Your vehicle or exhaust system had been

modified improperly.

If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle:

Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO; and Have your vehicle fixed immediately.

Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know.

A CAUTION:

Idling the engine with the air system control o’ff 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 “Blizzard” in the Index.)

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Power Windows

Switches on the driver’s door armrest control each of the windows when the ignition is on. In addition, each passenger door has a switch for its own window.

It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) 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’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. Yon 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 PARK (P).

Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won’t move. See “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in the Index. If you are parking on a hill and if you’re pulling a trailer, also see “Towing a Trailer’’ in the Index.

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The driver’s window switch has an auto-down feature. This switch is labeled AUTO. Tap the rear of the switch, and the driver’s window will open a small amount. If the rear of the switch is pressed all the way down and released, the window will go all the way down. To stop the window while it is lowering, press the front of the switch. To raise the window, press and hold the front of the switch. On four-door models, the driver’s window controls also include a lock-out switch. Press LOCK OUT to stop front and rear passengers from using their window switches. The driver can still control all the windows with the lock on. Push LOCK OUT again for normal window operation. When the orange band on the switch is showing, the passengers can operate their windows. Full Floating Horn The full floating horn is designed so that you may press anywhere on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn.

Tilt Steering Wheel

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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Wm Signal/Multifunction Lever

The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your:

Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator

0 Headlamp High/Low Beam 0 Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control (If Equipped)

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Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. An arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change.

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To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the 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 arrow flashes faster than normal, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal.

If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check for burned-out bulbs and then check the fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index). A chme will sound if you leave your turn signal on for more than 3/4 mile (1.2 km). Headlamp HigWLow Beam

Windshield Wipers

To change your headlamps from low beam to high beam, or high to low, pull the multifunction lever all the way toward you. Then release it. When the high beams are on, a light on the instrument panel also will be on.

Flash-to-Pass When your headlamps are off, pull the lever toward you to momentarily switch on the high beams (to signal that you are going to pass). When you release the lever they will turn off.

You control the windshield wipers by turning the band marked WIPER. For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want more cycles, hold the band on MIST longer.

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For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band to LO. For high-speed wiping, turn the band further, to HI. To stop the wipers, turn the band to OFF. You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time. The closer to LO, the shorter the delay. 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. 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.

Windshield Washer At the top of the multifunction lever, there’s a paddle with the word PUSH on it. To spray washer fluid on the windshield, push the paddle. The wipers will run for several sweeps and then either stop or return to your preset speed. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index.

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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Cruise Control (If Equipped)

With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the 'accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). When you apply your brakes, the cruise control shuts off.

Cruise control can b'e dangerous where you7-'" ;: 1 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 you could lose control. Don't use cruise control on slippery roads.

Setting Cruise Control

A CAUTION:

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.

1, Move the cruise control switch to ON. 2. Get up to the speed you want.

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3. Push in the SET button at the end of the lever and

release it.

4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. 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 R/A (Resume/Accelerate) for about half a second. You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there.

Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed:

Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Push in the SET button, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed. Move the cruise switch from ON to R/A. 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 WA for less than half a second and then release it. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster.) The accelerate feature will only work after you set the cruise control speed by pushing the SET button.

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

Push in the SET button until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it.

0 To slow down in very small amounts, push the SET button €or 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 takes you out of cruise control, Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don't use cruise control on steep hills. Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control:

Step lightly on the brake pedal; OR Move the cruise switch to OFF.

Erasing Cruise Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, or shift into PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N), your cruise control set speed memory is erased. Lamps The lamp controls are located on the lower, left side of the instrument panel, to the left of the steering wheel. They control these systems:

Headlamps @ Taillamps

Parking Lamps License Lamps

0 Sidemarker Lamps 0 Instrument Panel Lights 0 Courtesy Lamps 0 Fo'g Lamps

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A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work, so be sure it isn't covered. The DRL system will make your low-beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when: 0 The ignition is on, 0 The headlamp switch is off, and 0 The parking brake is released. When the DRL are on, only your low-beam headlamps will be on. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won't be on. Your instrument panel won't be lit up either. When it's dark enough outside, your headlamps will change to full brightness. The other lamps that come on with your headlamps will also come on. When it's bright enough outside, the regular lamps will go out, and your low-beam headlamps change to the reduced brightness of DRL. To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, set the parking brake while the ignition is in OFF or LOCK. Then start your vehicle. The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake. As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it.

go : Turn the knob to this symbol to turn on the headlamps and other operating lamps. PG: Turn the knob to this symbol to turn on the parking and other operating lamps without the headlamps. Turn the knob to OFF to turn off the lamps. Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset.

Fog Lamps

Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Intensity Control

The fog lamps switch is located in the upper, left corner of the instrument panel, to the left of the instrument panel cluster. To turn the fog lamps on, press the right side of the fog lamps switch. A light will glow on the switch to let you know that they are on. (Your parking lamps must be on, or your fog lamps won’t come on.) Press the left side of the switch to turn the fog lamps off. The fog lamps will go off whenever you change to high-beam headlamps. When you return to low beams. the fog lamps will come on again. 2-40

You can brighten or dim the instrument panel lights by moving the interior lamps dial. Turn the dial to the right to increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights, to the left to decrease the brightness. Turn the control all the way to the left to turn them off.

Delayed Illumination The Delayed Illumination feature will continue to illuminate the interior for 25 seconds after all the doors have been closed so that you can find the ignition and buckle your seat belt at night. Delayed Illumination will not occur while the ignition is in RUN or ACCESSORY position. After 25 seconds have elapsed, the interior lamps will slowly fade out. The lamps will fade out before the 25 seconds have elapsed if you: 0 Turn the ignition to the RUN or

ACCESSORY position. Lock all doors using your key chain transmitter (if equipped). Lock the doors using the power door lock switch.

To turn Delayed Illumination feature off or on. See “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index.

Courtesy Lamps When any door is opened, several lamps come on. These lamps are courtesy lamps. They make it easy for you to enter and leave your vehicle at night. You can also turn these lamps on by turning the interior lamps dial all the way to the right. Illuminated Entry The Illuminated Entry feature will illuminate the interior so that you can see the inside of your vehicle before you enter at night. The interior lamps will come on for 40 seconds when you unlock your doors using the key chain transmitter (if equipped) and the ignition is in the LOCK or OFF position. After 40 seconds have elapsed, the interior lamps will slowly fade out. The lamps will fade out before 40 seconds have elapsed if you:

Lock all doors using your key chain transmitter. Lock the doors using the power door lock switch.

When any door is opened, illuminated entry is canceled. The interior lamps will stay on while any door is opened and slowly fade out when all doors are closed. The interior lamps may stay on for up to 25 seconds after all doors have been closed if they have not been locked. See “Delayed Illumination” later in this section.

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Exit Lighting So that you can see to exit the vehicle at wight, your vehicle is equipped with the Exit Lighting feature. The interior lamps will illuminate for up to 25 seconds when you remove your key from the ignition. After 25 seconds have elapsed, the interior lamps will slowly fade out. The lamps will fade out before the 25 seconds have elapsed if you:

Battery Saver Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from draining the battery in case you accidentally leave the interior, trunk or underhood lamps on. If YOU leave any of these lamps on while the ignition is in LOCK or OFF position, they will automatically turn off after 10 minutes. The lamps won’t come back on again until you do one of the following:

Turn the ignition to the RUN or ACCESSORY position. Lock all doors using your key chain transmitter (if equipped).

0 Lock the doors using the power door lo’ck switch. When any door is opened, Exit Lighting is canceled. The interior lamps will stay on while any ‘door is opened and will slowly fade out when all the doors are closed. The interior lamps may stay on €or up to 25 seconds after all the doors have been closed if they have not been locked. See“De1ayed Illumination” earlier in this section. To turn the Exit Lighting feature off or on, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index.

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Turn the ignition to the RUN or ACCESSORY position; Turn the interior lamp dial all the way to the right, then back slightly to the left; Open (or close and reopen) a door that is closed.

Note that if your vehicle has less than 15 miles (25 Pun) on the odometer, the battery saver will turn off the lamps after only three minutes. Retained Accessory Power With retained accessory power, your power windows, audio system and sunroof will continue to work up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned to the OFF position and 4

of the doors are opened.

Front Reading Lamps

Rear Assist Handle Reading Lamps (If Equipped) There is a reading lamp provided in each rear assist handle. Use the button next to each lamp to turn them on and off. Roof Console Reading Lamps These lamps are part of the roof console. They will go on when you open the doors. When the doors are closed, push the button next to each lamp to turn them on and off. The console also contains an open storage bin.

If your Grand Prix has the optional sunroof, you will have reading lamps in front of your sunroof switch. Press the button behind each. reading lamp to turn them on and off.

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Locks and Lighting Choices Your Pontiac’s locks and lighting systems can be programmed with several different features. The features you can program depend on the options that came with your vehicle. The following chart shows the features that can be programmed and which options you need to have to program them.

Feature

Number of Chimes Sounded

Delayed Illurnma- tion/ Exit Lighting

Auto~matic Door Locks

Closed Locking/ Lockout

Remote Last Door Remote Driver’s Lock/ Door Unlock Confirma - Unlock Control Deterrent tion

Content Theft

Content Theft Arming/ Disarming

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Entering Programming Mode To program features, your vehicle must be in this programming mode. Follow these steps:

FUSE USA

CIRCUIT BREAKERS

piq ILUM

STR WHL

RAP 0 0 PWR WDO

ECM

CIG LTR

’

CRUISE

INT LAMP

I Printed in U S A .

SE CHART MALLPGM I MALL ‘TT:FL

I WIPER I SUNROOF I RADIO

PWR LOCK HSEATILUM

HAZARD

PWR MIR

R DEFOG

HVAC HI

STOP LAMP

AUWCNSL

CD CHG

I/P - IGN

SIR

ABS

TURN

BTSI

HVAC CTRL

DIC/HVAC

ABS IGN

DRL

1. The Content Theft-Deterrent system (if equipped)

must be disarmed.

2. Remove the MALL PGM fuse from the instrument

panel fuse block.

3. Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY. 4. You will hear one to four chimes, depending upon

the features that you have.

You can now program your choices. Leaving Programming Mode To get out of the programming mode, just turn the key from the ACCESSORY position to the OFF position and put the MALL PGM fuse back into the instrument panel fuse block. Delayed IlluminatiodExit Lighting Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 4. This means that:

The interior lamps will stay on for awhile after all the doors are closed and The interior lamps will come on and stay on for a while whenever you remove the keys from the ignition.

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Automatic Door Locks

A CAUTION:

Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers-especially children-can easily fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. This may not be so obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked, Wear safety belts properly, lock your doors, and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle.

To change the factory setting while in the programming mode do the following: 1. Tun the interior lamps dial all the way to the right

and then back slightly to the left.

2. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vlehide is set for. You change the mode by turning the interior lamps dial all the way to the right and then back slightly to the left.

3. Repeat step 2 until you hear the number of chimes

that matches the mode you want.

Mode 1: Both Off (The interior lamps will turn on OF off at the same instant that a door is opened or closed). Mode 2: Delayed Illumination Only (The interior lamps will stay on for about 25 seconds after all the doors are closed, or until you lock the doors). Mode 3: Exit Lighting Only (The interim lamps will come on whenever you remwe the key from the ignition and stay on for about 25 seconds, or until you lock the doors). Mode 4: Both On (This combines modes 2 and 3).

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Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 3. This means that: 0 All doors will automatically lock when you shift out

of PARK (P) and All doors will automatically unlock when the ignition is turned OFF.

To change the factory setting, while in the programming mode do the following: 1. Press LOCK on the power lock switch. 2. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is set for. You change the mode by pressing LOCK again. 3. Repeat step 2 until you hear the number of chimes

that matches the mode you want.

Mode 1: Off (Automatic door locking and unlocking are disabled). You will always need to lock your door manually while driving to increase occupant safety. 0 To lock: All doors will lock when you press the power door lock switch or when you lock the vehicle using the Remote Lock Control key chain transmitter. To unlock: All doors will unlock when you press the power door lock switch again or when you press UNLOCK on the key chain transmitter.

Mode 2: Automatic Locking Only 0 Automatic Door Unlocking: Off 0 Automatic Door Locking: Shift out of PARK (P) with the ignition on and the driver’s door closed, all doors will lock automatically.

Mode 3: Automatic Unlocking With Ignition Off

Automatic Door Unlocking: Turn off the ignition with the Transaxle in PARK (P) and all doors will unlock automatically.

0 Automatic Door Locking: Shift out of PARK (P)

with the ignition on and the driver’s door closed and all doors will unlock automatically.

Mode 4: Automatic Unlocking and Locking With Transaxle in PARK (P) 0 Automatic Door Unlocking: Shift into PARK (P) with

the ignition on and all doors will unlock automatically. Automatic Door Locking: Shift out of PARK (P) with the ignition on and the driver’s door closed and all doors will lock automatically.

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Lockout DeterrenULast Door CIosed Locking Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 2. This means that:

If you leave your keys in the ignition and get out of the driver’s door, you won’t be able to lock the doors with the power door locks and

To change the factory setting, do the following: 1. Press UNLOCK on the power lock switch. 2. Count the number of chimes you hear. The nurnber of chimes tells you which mode your vehcle is set for. You change the mode by pressing UNLOCK again. 3. Repeat step 2 until you hear the number of chimes

that matches the mode you want.

Mode 1: Both Off (Doors will always lock immediately when you press LOCK on the power lock switch or the key chain transmitter, if equipped).

Mode 2: Lockout Deterrent Only (If you leave your key in the ignition with the driver’s door open, you will not be able to lock the doors using your power locks). Mode 3: Last Door Closed Locking Only (If the power lock switch or key chain transmitter (if equipped) is used to lock the vehicle while any door is open and key is out of ignition, you will hear three chimes. The doors will not lock. Five seconds after the last door is closed, all doors will lock). Mode 4: Both On (This combines modes 2 and 3). Remote Driver’s Unlock Control Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 2. This means that: 0 When you press UNLOCK on your key chain transmitter, the driver’s door will unlock and When you press UNLOCK on your key chain transmitter again, all doors will unlock,

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To change the factory setting while in the programming mode, do the following: 1. Press UNLOCK on the key chain transmitter. 2. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of c?&mes tells you which mode your vehicle is set for. You change the mode by pressing UNLOCK again. 3. Repeat step 2 until you hear the number of chimes

that matches the mode you want.

Mode 1: Remote All Doors Unlock (When you press UNLOCK on your key chain transmitter, all doors will unlock). Mode 2: Remote Driver’s Door and All Doors Unlock (When you press UNLOCK on your key chain transmitter once, the driver’s door will unlock. If you press UNLOCK again within five seconds, all doors will unlock. Remote LocMUnlock Confirmation Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 4. This means that:

When you use the key chain transmitter to lock your vehicle, your headlamps will flash briefly to let you know the command has been received. If you press LOCK on the key chain transmitter again, the horn will sound briefly and the headlamps will flash briefly to let you know your vehicle is locked.

0 When you use the key chain transmitter to unlock

your vehicle or open your trunk, your headlamps will flash briefly.

To change the factory setting while in the programming mode do the following: 1. 2.

Press the LOCK button on the key chain transmitter. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is set for. You change the mode by pressing LOCK on your key chain transmitter again. Repeat step 2 until you hear the number of chimes that matches the mode you want.

3.

Mode 1: Off (Remote lock and unlock confirmation are disabled). Mode 2: Remote Lock Confirmation with Exterior Lamps Only Remote Lock Confirmation: 0 When you use the chain transmitter to lock your

vehicle, your headlamps will flash briefly to let you know your command is received.

0 Remote Unlock confirmation: when you use the key chain transmitter to unlock your vehicle or open your trunk, your headlamps will flash briefly to let you know your command is received.

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Mode 3: Remote Lock Confirmation with Exterior Lights and Horn

Remote Lock Confirmation: When you use the key chain transmitter to lock your vehicle, the horn will sound briefly and your headlamps will flash briefly to let you know your command is received. Remote Unlock confirmation: When you use the key chain transmitter to unlock your vehicle or open your trunk, your headlamps will flash briefly to let you know your command is received.

Mode 4: Remote Lock Confirmation with Exterior Lights and Horn (on second LOCK press)

Remote Lock Confirmation: When you use the key chain transmitter to lock your vehicle, your headlamps will flash briefly to let you know your command is received. The horn will sound briefly and the headlamps will flash briefly if you press the LOCK button again within five seconds. Remote Unlock Confirmation: When you use the key chain transmitter to unlock your vehicle or open your trunk, your headlamps will flash briefly to let you know your command is received.

Content Theft Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 4. This means that:

If anyone damages or enters your vehicle while your Content Theft-Deterrent System is armed, an alarm will sound and your headlamps will flash for up to two minutes.

To change the factory setting while in the programming mode, do the following: 1. Turn the parking lamps on, then off. 2. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is set for. You change the mode by turning the park lamps on, then off again.

3. Repeat step 2 until you hear the number of chimes

that matches the mode you want.

Mode 1: Damage Detection with Less Sensitivity (If anyone seriously damages your vehicle, tampers with the trunk lock or opens a door while your theft deterrent is armed, an alarm will sound and your headlamps will flash for up to two minutes).

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Mode 2: Damage Detection Off (If anyone tampers with your trunk lock or opens a door while your Content Theft-Deterrent System is armed, an alarm will sound and your headlamps will flash for up to two minutes). Mode 3: All Off (Your Content Theft-Deterrent System is always disarmed). Mode 4: Damage Detection with More Sensitivity (If anyone damages your vehicle, tampers with your trunk lock or enters your vehicle while your theft deterrent system is armed, an alarm will sound and your headlamps will flash for up to two minutes). Content Theft-Deterrent Arming and Disarming Your vehicle comes with this feature in Mode 1. This means that:

your Lontent Theft-Deterrent System will arm when you lock the doors using either the power lock switch while any door is open and the key is removed from the ignition. Your Content Theft-Deterrent System will arm when you lock the doors with the key chain transmitter. Your Content Theft-Deterrent System will disarm when you unlock the doors with your key or with your key chain transmitter.

To change the factory setting, while in the programming mode do the following: 1.

Insert your second key fully into any door key cylinder and turn it to the unlock position. This step is inconvenient, but necessary to prevent accidental programming of this feature to Mode 2. Do not program this feature to Mode 2 without first reading the special note contained in the description for that mode. The door key lock cylinder must remain in the unlock position during steps 2-4. Press the horn symbol on your key chain transmitter. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is set for. You change the mode by pressing the horn symbol on your key chain transmitter again. Repeat step 3 until you hear the number of chimes that matches the mode you want. Remove your key from the door key cylinder.

2. 3.

4.

5.

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Mode 1: Power Lock Switch Arming Off. Your Content Theft-Deterrent System will arm when you Jock the doors with your key chain transmitter. The key must be removed from the ignition when you lock the doors or the Content Theft-Deterrent System will not arm. Your Content Theft-Deterrent System will disarm when you unlock the doors with the keys or your key chain transmitter. Mode 2: Key Chain Transmitter ArdDisarm Only

0 Your Content Theft-Deterrent System will arm when

you lock the doors with your key chain transmitter. The key must be removed from the ignition when you lock the doors or the Content Theft-Deterrent System will not arm. Your Content Theft-Deterrent System will disarm when you unlock the doors with your key chain transmitter.

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Special Note: While this mode provides increased security, it can be a problem if your key chain transmitter is damaged, lost or if it fails to operate for any reason while the Content Theft-Deterrent System is armed. The Content Theft-Deterrent System must be disarmed for the engine to run and, while in mode 2, your key can no longer disarm the system.

Mode 3: Full Arming and Disarming Your Content Theft-Deterrent system will arm when you lock the doors using either power lock switch while any door is open and the key is removed from the ignition. Your Content Theft-Deterrent System will arm when you lock the doors with your key chain transmitter. The key must be removed from the ignition when you lock the doors or the Content Theft-Deterrent System will not arm. Your Content Theft-Deterrent System will disarm when you unlock the doors with your key or your key chain transmitter.

Mirrors Adjust all the mirrors so you can see clearly when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position. Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror

Electrochromic Daymight Rearview Mirror (If Equipped)

To reduce glare from lamps behind you, push the lever away from you (to the night position). To return the mirror back to the day position, pull the lever toward you.

Your Pontiac may have an electrochromic dayhight rearview mirror. Push the button on the bottom of the mirror to turn this feature on. The mirror will darken gradually to reduce glare from headlamps behind you. This may take a few moments.

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One photocell on the front of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside. Another photocell, facing rearward, senses headlamps behind you. To turn the electrochromic feature off, press the button on the bottom of the mirror again. To keep the photocells operating well, occasionally clean them with a cotton swab and glass cleaner. Power Outside Mirrors

The electric mirror control is near the driver’s window, on the armrest. Turn the control to the left to adjust the left mirror or to the right to adjust the right mirror. Then move the control in the direction you want to move the mirror.

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

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

Storage Compartments Glove Box Use the master key to lock and unlock the glove box. To open, lift the right side of the latch.

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Center Console Storage

To open the armrest storage area, pull up on the front edge of the latch. The console has cassette and CD storage and a coinholder.

The center console also contains two cupholders. To access the cupholders, pull the cupholder door, located just behind the console shift lever. The two cupholders will pop up into an upright position. Just below the center ashtray is an open storage compartment. In front of this, you may have a smaller compartment for storing smaller items.

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Overhead Console (If Equipped)

1. Open the compartment by pressing the latch forward.

Remove the piece of self-sticking Velcro@'.

2. Peel the protective backing fiom the Velcro and press it

firmly to the back of your garage door opener.

3. Be sure that the button on your garage door opener is

centered above the area with raised lines on the compartment door. Make sure the button is facing down and press the opener firmly into place.

The optional overhead console has reading lamps, storage compartments (including one for your garage door opener and one for sunglasses) and an accessory power outlet. These features are explained on the following pages. READING LAMPS: To turn on or off either reading lamp, press the switch next to it. GARAGE DOOR OPENER: You can store your garage door opener in the rear compartment of your overhead console, and operate it from this position. To install your garage door opener, follow these instructions:

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4. Once the opener is installed, remove the peg (€3)

from the compartment. Install the peg onto the feature (A) on the door that is aligned with your garage door opener button.

5. Add one peg at a time until your garage door opener

operates with the compartment door closed when you press the button.

To open the sunglasses

SUNGLASSES STORAGE COMPARTMENT Your sunglasses storage compartment is the second compartment from the back on the overhead console. storage compartment, press the release latch forward and pull the compartment down to the full open position. ACCESSORY POWER OUTLET In front of your reading lights in a small, black door. Push up on the bottom edge of this door to expose your accessory power outlet and a small storage compartment. Trunk Access Panel (If Equipped)

If your Grand Prix has rear seat armrests, you will also have a trunk access panel. To use the trunk access panel, pull your rear armrest down, unlock the access panel and pull it down. Rear Armrest Storage (If Equipped) If you have a trunk access panel, you will also have a pull down armrest that contains an open storage bin and two cupholders. Convenience Net (If Equipped)

Your vehicle may have a convenience net. You’ll see it on the back wall of the trunk.

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NOTICE:

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

To use the lighter, located inside the center front ashtray, just push it in all the way and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back by itself.

y. That can make it overheat, damaging the

Put small loads, like grocery bags, in 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. You will also need to unhook the net for taillamp removal. Ashtrays and Lighter The center front ashtray is on the instrument panel. To open it, pull at the bottom of the ashtray until it is fully open. To remove the ashtray cup, lift the tabs on the sides of the ashtray cup and pull out. Your Grand Prix has one rear ashtray. There is either one on the front seat armrest back or one on the back of the center console (if you have that option). To open the ashtray, press the right side and turn it open. To remove the ashtray for cleaning, press the snuffer as you lift up the bottom of the ashtray.

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Sun Visors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also swing them from front to side. Visor Vanity Mirrors

Accessory Outlet If your vehicle has a center console, you have a 12-volt outlet. It is on the passenger’s side, near the floor. Remove the tethered cap to use the outlet.

I NOTICE:

Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working as they should. This wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment and never use anything requiring more than 20 amps.

Open the cover to expose the vanity mirror. If your vehicle has the optional lighted vanity mirrors, the lamps come on when you open the cover.

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Purse or Litter Bag Holder

Sunroof (If Equipped)

‘On the front of the center console, to the right of the accessory power outlet (on the passenger’s side of the vehicle), there is a hook that can be used to hold a purse or litter bag.

Your sunroof includes a sliding glass panel and a two piece sunshade. The switch works only when the ignition or RAP is on. See “Retained Accessory Power” in the Index.

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Push the rear of the switch once and the sunroof will open to the vent position only. You will need to open the sunshade by hand. Push the rear of the switch a second time and the sunroof will open the remainder of the way by itself. This is the express-open feature. To close the sunroof, push and hold the front of the switch until the sunroof closes. The sunshade can only be closed by hand.

Instrument Panel -- Your Information System

LOW FUEL

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LOW OIL

APPLY BAAKE TO SHIFT FROM PARK

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Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel is in your tank and many other things you need to drive safely and economically.

United States Version Shown, Others Similar

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Speedometer/Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven in either miles (used in the United States) or .in kilometers (used in Canada). Your Pontiac has a tamper-resistant odometer. If you see silver lines between the numbers, you’ll know someone has probably tampered with it and the numbers may not be correct. You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer, then that will be d’one. If it can’t, then it will be 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.

Trip Odometer Your trip odometer tells how far you have driven since you last reset it. To set it to zero, press the RESET button on the right side of the instrument cluster.

Tachometer

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