1997 Pontiac Grand PRIX Owners Manual

The tachometer displays the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm).

NOTICE:

Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the red area, or engine damage may occur.

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Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part 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 repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights come 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 start the engine 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 know 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

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what to do about it. Please follow this 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. Your vehicle may also have a driver information system that works along with the warning lights and gages. See “Driver Information System” in the Index. Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is already buckled.

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The safety belt light will also come on and stav on for about 20 seconds, then it will flash for about 55 seconds. If the driver’s belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the light will come on.

If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the engine or comes on when you are driving, your air bag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away. The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If the light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.

Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows SRS AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag mo’dules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag system, see “Air Bag” in the Index.

This light will come on when you start your engine, and it will flash for a few seconds. Then the light should go out. This means the system is ready.

SRS AIR BAG

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The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, as a check to show you it’s working. Then it will go out.

Brake System Warning Light Your Pontiac’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t worhng, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away.

If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the charging system. It could indicate that you have a loose 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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This light should come on briefly when you turn the

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If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice thatthe pedal is harder to gush. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, or if the

anti-lock brake system warning light is flashing, have the vehicle towed for service. (See “Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light” and “Towing Your Vehicle” in the Index.)

A CAUTION:

Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still on or if the anti-lock brake system warning light is flashing after you’ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service.

When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake. The light 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.

Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light

With the anti-lock brake system, this light will come on when you start your engine and it will stay on for three seconds. That’s normal.

If the light flashes when you’re driving, you don’t have anti-lock brakes and there could be a problem with your regular brakes. Pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. Have the vehicle towed for service. (See “Towing Your Vehicle” in the Index.)

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Wac System Warning Light

TRAC OFF

With the Trac System, this warning light should come on briefly as you start the engine. If the warning light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem.

If it stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, there may be a problem with your Trac System and your vehicle may need service, When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly.

Your regular brake system may not be working properly if the anti-lock brake system warning light is flashing, Driving with the anti-lock brake system w’arning light flashing can lead to an accident, After you’ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service.

If the anti-lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you’ve started your engine, turn the ignition off. Or, if the light comes o,n and stays on when you’re driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while you’re driving, your Pontiac needs service. If the light is on but not flashing and the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes, but you don’t have anti-lock brakes. The anti-lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If the light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed €0 if will b ready to warn you if there is a problem. .

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The Trac System warning light may come on for the following reasons:

Low Traction Light

If you turn the system off by pressing the TRAC button, the warning light will come on and stay on. To turn the system back on, press the button again. The warning light should go off. (See “Trac System” in the Index for more information.) The warning light will come on when you set your parking brake with the engine running, and it will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release fully. If the system is turned on and the warning light stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means there’s a problem with the system.

If the Trac System warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when th,e system is turned on and the parking brake is fully. released, your vehicle needs service.

When your anti-lock system is adjusting brake pressure to help avoid a braking skid, this light will come on.

LOW TRAC

If you have the Trac System, this light will also come on when the system is limiting wheel spin. Slippery road conditions may exist if the low traction light comes on, so adjust your driving accordingly. The light will stay on for a few seconds after the anti-lock system stops adjusting brake pressure or the Trac System stops limiting wheel spin. The low traction light also comes on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If the light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be there to tell you when the anti-lock brake system or Trac System is active,

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Check Tire Pressure Light

CHECK

TIRE PRESS

With the check tire pressure system, after you’ve driven 10 to 20 miles (1 5 to 30 km) the CHECK TIRE PRESS light will come on if the pressure in one tire becomes at least 10 psi (69 kPa) higher or lower than the other three tires.

When the CHECK TIRE PRESS light comes on, you should stop as soon as you can and check all your tires for damage. (If a tire is flat, see “If a Tire Goes Flat’’ in the Index.) Also check the tire pressure in all four tires as soon as you can. See ‘‘Inflation - Tire Pressure in the Index. The light will stay on until you turn off the ignition or press the CALIBRATE TIP9 PRESS button. See “Check Tire Pressure Syst? .” in the Index. If the anti-lock brake system warning light comes on with the CHECK TIRE PRESS light, the check tire pressure system isn’t working. See your Pontiac dealer for service. (Also, see “Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index.) 2-70

Mal€unctisn Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light)

Your Pontiac is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems.

SERVICE

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This system is called OBD I1 (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. (In Canada, OBD I1 is replaced by Enhanced Diagnostics.) The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required. Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent. This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle. This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction.

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If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty.

This light should come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways: 0 Light Flashing -- A misfire condition has been

detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service is required. Light On Steady -- An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required.

If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle:

Reducing vehicle speed. Avoiding hard accelerations. Avoiding steep uphill grades. If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible.

If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle. Turn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine. If the light remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light is still flashing, follow the previous steps, and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualified service center for service.

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Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel (see “Fuel” in the Index). Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up.) This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on. If you experience one or more of these conditions, change the fuel brand you use. It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. If none of the above steps have made the light turn off, have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle. Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed.

If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off. Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water? If so, your electrical system may be wet. The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out. A few driving trips should turn the light off. Are you low on fuel? As your engine starts to run out of fuel, your engine may not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air are sucked into the fuel line causing a misfire. The system can detect this. Adding fuel should correct this condition. Make sure to install the fuel cap properly. It will take a few driving trips to turn the light off.

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Oil Warning Light

If you have a problem with your oil pressure, 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. The oil light could also come on in two other situations: 0 When the ignition is on 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.

If you make a hard stop, the light may come on for a moment. This is normal.

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.

NOTICE:

Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty.

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Low Oil Level Light

Engine Coolant Temperature Light

Your engine is equipped with an oil level monitoring system. When the ignition key is turned on, the LOW OIL LEVEL light will briefly flash. If the light does not flash, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem.

This light tells you that your engine coolant has overheated or your radiator cooling fan is not working.

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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. In “Problems on the Road,” this manual shows what to do. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index.

If the light stays on, stop th’e vehicle on a level surface and turn the engine off, Check the oil level using the engine oil dipstick, (See “Engine Oil” in the Index.) The oil level monitoring system only checks oil level during the brief period between key ‘on and engine crank. It does not monitor engine oil level when the engine is running. Additionally, an oil level check is only performed if the engine has been turned off for a considerable period of time, allowing the oil normally in circulation to drain back into the oil pan.

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Engine Coolant Temp’erature Gage

Low Coolant Warning Light

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

LOW

COOLANT

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

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. In “Problems on the Road,’’ this manual shows what to do. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index.

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Low Washer Fluid Warning Light

This light will come on when your ignition is on and the fluid container is low.

LOW

Trunk Ajar Warning Light

This light will come an if your trunk is not completely closed.

AJAR

Remember, driving without washes fluid can be dangerous. A bad mud splash can block your vision. You could collide with another vehicle. Check your washer fluid often, and add only the proper fluid. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index.

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Fuel Gage

Low Fuel Light

Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is on. When the indicator nears EMPTY (E), you still have a little fuel left, but you should get more soon.

LOW FUEL

If your fuel is low, a light will come on and stay on 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’s working. If it doesn’t come on then, see your dealer.

Here are some things owners ask about. All these situations are normal and do not show a problem with your fuel gage:

At the service station, the pump shuts off before the gage reads FULL (F). 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 tank’s capacity to fill it. The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up. The gage needle should move no more than 1/8 of a tank under any driving maneuver.

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Driver Information Center

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Your Driver Information Center gives you important safety and maintenance facts, When you turn the ignition on, the entire center lights ug.for a few seconds. Then it goes to work.

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Functions CHANGE OIL SOON: This light will appear when the system predicts that the oil’s remaining useful life is almost up. The system predicts remaining oil life using inputs from length of drives, coolant temperature, engine rpm, and vehicle speed. It alerts you to change the oil on a schedule consistent with your vehicle’s driving conditions. To reset your change oil soon system after an oil change, turn the key to the ON position, without the engine running and pump the accelerator 3 times within 5 seconds. LOW WASHER FLUID: This light will come on when your ignition is on and the fluid container is low. CHECK TIRE PRESS: This light alerts you that a tire is low or flat. See “Check Tire Pressure Light” in the Index. TRUNK A JAR: This light alerts you that your trunk is not fully closed.

DOOR AJAR: If one of your doors is left ajar, a light will appear next to that door on the vehicle outline. TRAC SWITCH: If your vehicle has the Trac System (this is not available with the 3800 Supercharged engine), you will have a disable switch on the far right side of your Driver Information Center. Your Trac System is automatically activated when you turn the ignition on. This switch will activate/deactivate the Trac System. If you need to disable the system, such as when you are stuck and are rocking your vehicle back and forth, push this switch. See “Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow” in the Index. LOW TRAC: This light will come on when your Trac System is limiting wheel spin or when your anti-lock brake system is active. See “Trac System” or “Low Traction Light” in the Index.

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Trip Computer (If Equipped)

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When you start your engine, the trip computer will display a mode. A lighted oval will appear to the left of the mode currently being used.

3800 Supercharged Engine

Control Buttons The trip computer has three buttons that control its functions. ENG/MET: Press this button to change the display from English to metric units or metric t’o English. RESET Press this button for two seconds to reset the mode displayed. MODE: Press this button to change the mode being displayed. Functions FUEL USED: Shows the total amount of fuel used since you last reset this mode. The amount can be displayed in gallons or liters. AVG ECON: Shows your average fuel economy since you last reset this mode. OIL LIFE: Shows a percentage of the oil’s remaining useful life. The system predicts remaining oil life using inputs from length of drives, coolant temperature, engine rpm and vehicle speed. Each time you get an oil change, be sure to reset this function so that it will give you an accurate percentage.

To reset the ail life indicator after the oil has been changed, press the mode button until the light appears next to O’IL LIFE. Press and hold the reset button for three seconds. The oil life percentage should change to 100%. RANGE: Shows how much farther you can travel with the fuel you have before refueling. CHECK TIRE PREISS: This light alerts you that a tire is low or flat, See “Check Tire Pressure Light” in the Index. LOW WASHER FLUID: This light will come on when your ignition is on and the fluid container is low. DOOR A JAR: If one of your ‘doors is left ajar, a light will appear next to that door on the vehicle outline. PERFORMANCE SHIFT This light comes on when you press the performance shift button (located on the console shift) to indicate that your vehicle is in performance shifting mode, See “Performance Shifting” in the Index. BOOST GAGE: If you have the supercharged engine, this gage will show the amount of boost your engine is receiving.

TRUNK A JAR: If your trunk is not fully closed or open, a light will outline the trunk area on your vehicle outline. TRAC SWITCH: If y o p vehicle has the Trac System (this is not an available option with the 3800 Supercharged engine), you will have a disable switch on the far right side of your Trip Computer. Your Trac System is automatically activated when you turn the ignition on. This switch will activate/deactivate the Trac System. If you need to disable the system, such as when you are stuck and are rocking your vehicle back and forth, push this switch. See “Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow” in the Index. TRAC OFF: This light lets you know that your Trac System has been disabled and will not limit wheel spin. See “Trac System Warning Light” or “Low Traction Light” in the Index. LOW TRAC: This light will come on when your Trac System is limiting wheel spin or when your anti-lock brake system is active. See “Trac System” or “Low Traction Light” in the Index.

Head-Up Display (If Equipped)

radio station or CD track, displayed “through” the windshield.

The HUD also shows these lights when they are lit on the instrument panel: 0 Turn Signal Indicators 0 High-Beam Indicator Symbol 0 Low Fuel Symbol

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The HUD will display the “Check Gage” when the following are lit on the instrument panel:

NOTICE:

Oil warning Symbol

0 Coolant Temperature Symbol 0 Charging System Symbol When you sit straight in your seat, the HUD image will appear straight ahead near the front bumper. When the ignition key is turned to RUN, the HUD image will come on. Then the Head-Up Display will operate normally.

Although the HUD image appears to be near the front of the vehicle, do not use it as a parking aid. The HUD was not designed for that purpose. If you try to use it that way, such as in a parking lot, you may misjudge distance and run into something.

When the HUD is on, the speedometer reading will be displayed continually. The current radio station or CD track number will only be displayed for three seconds after the radio or CD track status changes. This will happen whenever one of the radio controls is pressed, either on the radio itself or on the optional steering wheel controls.

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If the sun comes out, it becomes cloudy, or if you turn on your headlamps, you may need to adjust the HUD brightness again. Polarizing sunglasses could make the HUD image harder to see.

1. Start your engine and turn the DIM dial to the

desired HUD image brightness.

2. Adjust your seat, if necessary, to a Comfortable position. 3. Press the top of the UPDN switch until the HUD image stops moving. Then press the bottom of the switch until ~e image is as low as possible but in full view.

4. Turn the DIM dial down until the HUD image is no brighter than necessary. To turn the HUD off, turn the DIM dial all the way down.

If the HUD image is too bright, or too high in your field of view, it may take you more time to see things you need to see when it’s dark outside. Be sure to keep the HUD image dim and placed low in your field of view.

Push the ENG/MET button on the trip calculator to switch the HUD speed display from English to metric or metric to English. If you don’t have the trip calculator, you can’t change the display.

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If You Can’t See the HUD Image When the Ignition Is On

Is anything covering the HUD unit? Is the HUD dimmer setting bright enough?

0 Is the HUD image adjusted to the proper height? 0 Still no HUD image? Check the fuse in the z/p Electronics position in the instrument panel fuse block. See “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index.

If the HUD Image Is Not Clear 0 Is the HUD image too bright? 0 Are the windshield and HUD lens clean? Your windshield is part of the HUD system. If you ever have to have a nlew windshield, be sure to get one designed for HUD. If you don’t, the HUD image may look blurred and out of focus.

Care of the Head-Up Display

Clean the inside of the windshield as needed to remove any dirt or film that reduces the sharpness or clarity of the HUD image. To clean the HUD, spray household glass cleaner on a soft, clean cloth. Wipe the HUD lens gently, then dry it, Do not spray cleaner directly on the len,s because the cleaner could leak into the unit.

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Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems

In this section, you'll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your Pontiac. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle.

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Comfort Controls Air Conditioning, Air Conditioning with Electronic Controls Air Conditioning, Air Conditioning with Automatic and Auxiliary Temperature Control Heating, Air Conditioning with Electronic Controls Heating, Air Conditioning with Automatic and Auxiliary Temperature Controls Ventilation System and Tips Tips for Defogging and Defrosting Rear Window Defogger Setting the Clock

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Radios CD Adapter Kit Trunk Mounted CD Changer Theft-Deterrent Feature Steering Wheel Controls Understanding Radio Reception Adding Sound Equipment to Your Tips About Your Audio System Care of Your Cassette Tape Player Care of Your Compact Discs Fixed Mast Antenna Backglass Antenna

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Comfort Controls Air Conditioning with Electronic Controls

With this system, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle. The system works best if you keep your windows closed while using it. Fan Knob The left knob selects the amount of air you want. To turn the fan off, turn fie knob to OFF. The fan must be on tQ run the air conditioning compressor,

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Temperature Knob The center knob changes the temperature of.the air coming through the system. Turn this knob toward red (clockwise) for warmer air. Turn it toward blue (counterclockwise) for cooler air. Mode Knob The right knob has several settings to control the direction of airflow: MAX: This setting recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle and sends it through the instrument panel outlets. The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting: unless the outside temperature is below 38 OF (3.3 O C). (Even when the compressor is running, you can control the temperature.) rJ UPPER: This setting brings in outside air and +e airects it through the instrument panel outlets. -+a

BI-LEVEL: This setting brings in outside air and

directs it two Ways. Half O f the air is directed through the instrument panel outlets. Most of the remaining air is directed through the floor ducts and a little to the defrost and side window vents.

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t' through the ducts near the floor. The remaining airflow comes out of the defroster and side window vents. w. to the floor ducts and half to the defroster and side window vents.

DEFOG: This setting allows half of the air to go

DEFROST This setting directs most of the

air through the defroster vent. Some of the air goes to the floor ducts and the side window vent. The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 38°F (3.3"C).

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Air Conditioning COI - --- Press the A/C button to operate the air conditioning compressor. The indicator light above the button will glow when the button is pressed. ,You don't have to press the button to run the compressor in MAX or DEFROST because it will already be running in these modes.

Air Conditioning On very hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot, inside air escape. This reduces the time for the vehicle to cool down. For quick cool-down on very hot days, use MAX with the temperature knob all the way in the blue area. If this setting is used for long periods of time, the air in your vehicle may become too dry. For normal cooling on hot days, use UPPER with the temperature knob in the blue area and the A/C button pushed in. The system will bring in outside air and cool it. On cool, but sunny days, the sun may warm your upper body, but your lower body may not be warm enough. You can use BI-LEVEL with the temperature knob in the middle and the A/C button pushed in. The system will bring in outside air and direct it to your upper body, while sending slightly warmed air to your lower body. You may notice this temperature difference more at some times than others.

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Heating On cold days use FLOOR with the temperature knob all the way in the red area. The system will bring in outside air, heat it and send it to the floor ducts. If your vehicle has an engine coolant heater, you can use it to help your system provide warm air faster when it’s cold outside 0°F (- 18 “C) or lower. An engine coolant heater warns the coolant your engine and heating system use to provide heat. See “Engine Coolant Heater” in the Index.

Ventilation For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed, use UPPER, with the AK button off, to direct outside air through your vehicle. Your vehicle also has the flow-through ventilation system described later in this section. Defogging and Defrosting Your system has two settings for clearing the front and side windows. To defrost the windows quickly, use DEFROST with the temperature knob all the way in the red area. To warm passengers while keeping the windows clean, use DEFOG.

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Air Conditioning with Automatic and Auxiliary Temperature Control (If Equipped)

With this system, you set a “desired cabin” temperature. You can then either let the system automatically control airflow direction and amount (to maintain the desired cabin temperature) or you can manually adjust it. The system works best if you keep your windows closed while using it.

Automatic Control For the most efficient operation, you should set the system temperature and press AUTO. The system will select the best fan speed and airflow settings to keep you comfortable. The air conditioning compressor will run if the outside temperature is above 38 O F (3.3 O C). You may notice a delay of three to four minutes before the fan comes on. Driver's Temperature Knob The left knob sets the temperature for the entire system when the light on DUAL button isn't lit. If the light is lit, the knob sets the temperature for the driver. Turn the knob toward red (clockwise) to raise the desired cabin temperature. Turn it toward blue (counterclockwise) to lower the temperature. The display will show your selection for a few seconds, then the outside temperature will show or be displayed. Passenger's Temperature Knob The right knob sets the desired cabin temperature for the passenger and will automatically force the system into a dual zone operation, lighting the dual zone button light. Turn the right knob toward red (clockwise) to raise the temperature. Turn it toward blue (counterclockwise) to lower the temperature.

Dual Zone Button Light The dual zone button light indicates whether the system is in single zone or dual zone operation. When there is no desire for dual zone operation, push the lit dual zone button to return to single zone operation. The dual zone button light will go off. The system will operate to achieve your comfort set point as quick as possible. If you set the temperature for 60°F (16°C) or 90°F (32"C), the fan will go to it's highest speed, unless you manually select a lower speed. The system will maintain full cold or full hot operation at these settings. Cold Weather Example: (When you start the vehicle in cold weather, below freezing or after being parked overnight). If your Driver Set Temperature is 73°F (23 "C) and you are in Full Automatic mode, the system will automatically move the temperature doors to full hot. The blower will start out at a low speed and the blower speed will increase as the engine warms up. The air will be delivered to the floor. As the interior of the vehicle warms up to your desired comfort point, the blower will decrease and the temperature door will move to a cooler position to maintain your desired comfort. As the cabin warms up or the sun load increases, the system could switch to air delivered to the windshield and the floor. (Defog mode)

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Hot Weather Example: (When you start the vehicle in Hot weather, 80°F (27 O C) or after being parked during the day in full sun). If your Driver Set Temperature is73"F (23°C) and you are in Full Automatic mode. The system will automatically move the temperature doors to full Cold. The blower will be at low speed momentarily and then go to high blower. The air intake will be recirculated for maximum cooling performance. As the interior of the vehicle cools down to your desired comfort point, the blower will decrease and the temperature door will move to a warmer position to maintain your desired comfort. As the cabin cools down or the sun load decreases the system could switch to air delivered to A/C vents and the floor. (Bi-level mode)

Manual Control Fan Buttons The fan buttons select the amount of air you want when the system is not in AUTO. The display will show the fan speed by illuminating a maximum of seven fan bars.

Mode Button The center panel has several settings to control the direction of airflow when the system is not in AUTO. The indicator light on the button will glow when the button is pressed. To access the various modes available, continue to press the MODE button until the desired mode appears on the display. RECIRC: This setting recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle and sends it through the instrument panel outlets. The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 3 8 O F (3.3 " C). 4 * /J UPPER: This setting brings in the outside air and directs it through the instrument panel outlets.

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+* +' BI-LEV: This setting brings in the outside air and

directs it two ways. Half of the air is directed through the instrument panel outlets. Most of the remaining air is directed through the floor ducts and a little to the defrost

and side window vents. +' LOWER: This setting sends most of the air comes out of the defroster and side window vents. +' DEFOG: This setting allows half of the air to go to the

through the ducts near the floor. The remaining airflow w. floor ducts and half to the defroster and side window vents.

DEF: This setting directs most of the air through the defrost vent. Some of the air goes to the floor ducts and the side window vents The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 38°F (3.3"C).

Air Conditioning On very hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot, inside air escape. This reduces the time for the vehicle to cool down. For quick cool-down on very hot days, use RECLRC. If this setting is used for long periods of time, the air in your vehicle may become too dry. For normal cooling on hot days, use UPPER with the A/C button pushed in. The system will bring in outside air and cool it. On cool, but sunny days, the sun may warm your upper body, but your lower body may not be warm enough. You can use BI-LEV with the A/C button pushed in. The system will bring in outside air and direct it to your upper body, while sending slightly warmed air to your lower body. You may notice this temperature difference more at some times than others.

Ventilation System r - I’

Adjust the direction of airflow by moving the louvered vents. Your vehicle’s flow-through ventilation system supplies outsid’e air into the vehicle when it is moving. Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the air conditioning fan is running.

Heating On cold days use LOWER. The system will bring in outside air, heat it and send it to the floor ducts. If your vehicle has an engine coolant heater, you can use it to help your system provide warm air faster when it’s cold outside 0°F (- 18 O C) or lower. An engine coolant heater warms the coolant your engine and heating system use to provide heat. See “Engine Coolant Heater” in the Index.

Ventilation For mild, outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed, use UPPER with the A/C button off, to direct outside air through your vehicle. Your vehicle also has the flow-through ventilation system described later in this section. Defogging and Defrosting Your system has two settings for clearing the front and side windows, To defrost the windows quickly, use DEE To warm passengers while keeping the windows clean, use DEFOG.

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Ventilation Tips

Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction, such as leaves. The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows. When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, adjust the mode knob to FLOOR and the fan to the highest speed for a few seconds before driving off. This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows. Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects. This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle.

Rear Window Defogger Your comfort control system has a button to operate your rear window defogger. The electronic comfort control system has a button marked REAR. The system with automatic temperature control has a button marked R.DEF. The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to fog from the rear window. Press the button K ~ ~ O W to turn the rear defogger on. It will turn itself off after about ten minutes.

If you turn it on again, the rear defogger will only run for about five minutes before turning off. You can also turn it off by pressing the button again. Do not attach anything like a temporary vehicle license or decal across the defogger grid.

NOTICE:

Don’t use a razor blade or anything else sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage the warming grid, and the repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.

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AM-FM Stereo

Playing the Radio VOLUME: Push this knob to turn the system on and off. To increase volume, turn the knob clockwise. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. RCLPROG: Press this button to recall the station being played or to display the clock.

Audio Systems Your Delco@ audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first, Find out what your Delco system can do and how to operate all its controls, to be sure you’re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it. Setting the Clock for AM-FM Stereo Press SET. Within five seconds, press and hold the SEEK clown arrow until the correct hour appears on the display. Press and hold the SEEK up arrow until the correct minute appears on the display. Setting the Clock for All Systems Except AM-FM Stereo Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears. Press and hold MIN until the correct minute appears. There will be a two-second delay before the clock goes into time-set mode, and the colon on the display will blink while in this mode.

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Finding a Station AM-FM: Press this button to switch between AM and FM. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Turn the lower knob to choose radio stations. SEEK: Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there. PUSHBUTTONS: The four numbered pushbuttons let decrease you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 14 stations (seven AM and seven FM). Just: 1. Press AM-FM to select the band. 2. Tune in the desired station. 3. Press SET. (SET will appear on the display.) 4. Press one of the four numbered pushbuttons, within

five seconds. Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton, the station you set will return.

3. Press any two adjoining pushbuttons at the same

time, within five seconds. Whenever you press the same buttons, the station you set will return. 4. Repeat the steps for each pair of pushbutton.

Setting the Tone BASS: Slide the lever up or down to increase or

bass.

TREB: Slide the lever up or down to increase or decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy, you may the treble. want to decrease Adjusting the Speakers BALANCE: Turn the control behind the upper knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. FADE: Turn the control behind the lower knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers.

5. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton. In addition to the four stations already set, up to three more stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining buttons at the same time. Just: 1. Tune in the desired station. 2. Press SET. (SET will appear on the display.)

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Finding a Station AM-FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FMl and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to choose radio stations. Push the knob back into its store :d position when you're not using it. SEEK: Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there. PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2). Just: 1. Press AM-FM to select the band. 2. Tune in the desired station. 3. Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons until SET appears on the display. Whenever you press that numbered button, the station you set will return.

4. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.

AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped)

Playing the Radio VOL: Push this knob to turn the system on an'd off. To increase volume, turn the knob clockwise. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. RECALL: Display the time with the ignition off by pressing this knob. When the radio is playing, press this knob to recall the station frequency.

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Setting the Tone BASS: Slide the lever to the right or left to increase or decrease bass. TREBLE: Slide the lever to the right or left to increase or decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble.

Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn this knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. FADE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn this knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you’re not using them.

Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. While the tape is playing, use the VOL, FADE, BAL, BASS and TREB controls just as you do for the radio. The display will show an arrow to show which side of the tape is playing. When the down indicator arrow is lit, selections listed on the bottom side of the cassette are playing. When the up arrow is lit, selections listed on the top side of the cassette are playing. The tape player automatically begins playing the other side when it reaches the end of the tape. If E and a number appear on the radio display, the tape won’t play because of an error. 0 ElO: The tape is tight and the player can’t turn the tape hubs. Remove the tape. Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil. Turn the tape over and repeat. If the hubs do not turn easily, your tape may be damaged and should not be used in the player. Try a new tape to make sure your player is working properly.

0 Ell: The tape is broken. Try a new tape.

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If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can't be corrected, please contact your dealer. If your radio displays an error number, write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem. PREV (1): Press this button or the SEEK down arrow to search for the previous selection on the tape, Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for PREV or SEEK to work. The tape direction arrow blinks during PREV or SEEK operation. Press PREV or the SEEK down assow to stop searching. The sound will mute during PREV or SEEK operation. NEXT (2): Press this button or the SEEK up arrow to search for the next selection on the tape. If you hold the button, the player will continue moving forward through the tape. Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for NEXT or SEEK to work. The tape direction arrow blinks during NEXT or SEEK operation. Press NEXT or the SEEK up arrow to stop searching. The sound will mute during NEXT or SEEK operation. PROG (3): Press this button to play the other side of the tape. flu (4): Press this button to reduce background noise. Note that the double-6) symbol will appear on the display.

Dolby* Noise Reduction is' manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are tradernarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. REV (5): Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly. Press it again to return to playing speed. The radio will play the last-selected station while the tape reverses. You may select stations during REV operation by using SEEK or TUNE, FWD (6): Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape. Press the button again to return to playing speed. The radio will play the last-selected station while the tape advances. You may select stations during FWD operation by using SEEK or TUNE. AM-FM: Press this button to play the radio when a tape is in the player. TAPEFLAY: Press this button to change to the tape function when the radio is on. The tape symbol with an arrow will appear on the display when the tape is active. To return to playing the radio, press the AM-FM button. E JECE Press this button to remove the tape. The radio will play. EJECT may be activated with either the ignition or radio off. Cassettes may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first.

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CLN: If this message appears on the display, the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player. See “Care of Your Cassette Tape Player” in the Index. After you clean the player, press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator. The radio will display --- to show the indicator was reset.

CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a CD adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player. To activate the bypass feature, the ignition must be on. Turn your radio off. Press TAPELPLAY and hold for three seconds. After three seconds, the tape symbol in the display will flash for two seconds indicating the feature is active. Turn the radio on and insert the adapter. This override feature will remain active until EJECT is pressed.

AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Equalizer (If Equipped)

Playing the Radio VOL: Push this knob to turn the system on and off. To increase volume, turn the knob clockwise. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. RECALL: Display the time with the ignition off by pressing this knob. When the radio is playing, press this knob to recall the station frequency.

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Finding a Station AM-FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FMl and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Press this knob lightly so it extends, Turn it to choos’e radio stations. Push the knob back into its stored position when you’re not using it, SEEK: Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there. PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM 1 and six FM2). Just: 1. Press AM-FM to select the band. 2. Tune in the desired station. 3. Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons until SET appears on the display. Whenever you press that numbered button, the station you set will return.

4. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton, Setting the Tone EQUALIZER: A seven band equalizer is part of your audio system. Slide the levers up to boost or down to reducle frequency range.

Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. FADE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to move the sound to the front or rear speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you’re not using them.

Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. While the tape is playing, use the VOL, FADE and BAL controls just as you do for the radio. The display will show an arrow to show which side of the tape is playing. When the down indicator arrow is lit, selections listed on the bottom side of the cassette are playing. When the up arrow is lit, selections listed on the top side of the cassette are playing. The tape player automatically begins playing the other side when it reaches the end of the tape.

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If E and a number appear on the radio display, the tape won’t play because of an error.

E10: The tape is tight and the player can’t turn the tape hubs. Remove the tape. Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil. lkrn the tape over and repeat. If the hubs do not turn easily, your tape may be damaged and should not be used in the player. Try a new tape to make sure your player is working properly. Ell: The tape is broken. Try a new tape.

If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can’t be corrected, please contact your dealer. If your radio displays an error number, write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem. PREV (1): Press this button or the SEEK down arrow to search for the previous selection on the tape. Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for PREV or SEEK to work. The tape direction arrow blinks during PREV or SEEK operation. Press PREW or the SEEK down arrow to stop searching. The sound will mute during PREV or SEEK operation.

NEXT (2): Press this button or the SEEK up arrow to search for the next selection on the tape. If you hold the button, the player will continue moving forward through the tape. Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for NEXT or SEEK to work. The tape direction arrow blinks during NEXT or SEEK operation. Press NEXT or the SEEK up arrow to stop searching. The sound will mute during NEXT or SEEK operation. PROG (3): Press this button to play the other side of the tape. 00 (4): Press this button to reduce background noise. Note that the double-D symbol will appear on the display. Dolby 00 Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

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REV (5): Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly. Press it again to return to playing speed. The radio will play the last-selected station while the tape reverses. You may select stations during REV operation by using SEEK or TUNE. FWD (6): Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape. Press the button again to return to playing speed. The radio will play the last-selected station while the tape advances. You may select stations during FWD operation by using SEEM or TUNE. AMmFM: Press this button to play tne radio when a tape is in the player. TAPERLAPI’: Press this button to change to the tape function when the radio is on. The tape symbol with an m o w will appear on the display when the tape is active. To return to playing the radio, press the AM-FM button. EJECT: Press this button to remove the tape. The radio will play. EJECT may be activated with either the ignition or radio off. Cassettes may be loaded with the radio off if this button is pressed first.

CLN: If this message appears on the display, the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player. See “Care of Your Cassette Tape Player” in the Index. After you clean the player, press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator. The radio will display --- to show the indicator was reset.

CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a CD adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player. To activate the bypass feature, the ignition must be on, Turn your radio off. Press TAPEFLAY and hold for three seconds. After three seconds, the tape symbol in the display will flash for two seconds indicating the feature is active. Turn the radio on and insert the adapter. This override feature will remain active until EJECT is pressed.

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AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player (If Equipped)

Playing the Radio VOL: Push this knob to turn the system on and off. To increase volume, turn the knob clockwise. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. RECALL: Display the time with the ignition off by pressing this knob. When the radio is playing, press this knob to recall the station frequency.

Finding a Station AM-FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. The display shows your selection, TUNE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to choose radio stations. Push the knob back into its stored position when you’re not using it. SEEK: Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there. PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FMl and six FM2). Just: 1. Press AM-FM to select the band. 2. Tune in the desired station. 3. Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons until SET appears on the display. Whenever you press that numbered button, the station you set will return.

4. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.

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Setting the Tone BASS: Slide the lever to the right or left to increase or decrease bass. TREBLE: Slide the lever to the right or left to increase or decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble.

Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. FADE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to move the sound to the front or rear speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you’re not using them. Playing a Compact Disc The integral CD player can play 8 cm “single” mini-discs. Full-size compact discs and mini-discs are loaded in the same manner. Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in. The compact disc symbol will appear on the display. If the ignition and the radio are on, the disc will begin playing. CB will appear on the 3-20

display next to the compact disc symbol. If you want to insert a disc when the ignition is off, first press EJECT, If you’re driving on a very rough road or if it’s very hot, the disc may not play and E (error) and a number may appear on the radio display. If the disc comes out, it could be that:

The disc is upside down. It is dirty, scratched or wet. The air is very humid. (If so, wait about an hour and try again.)

If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can’t be corrected, please contact your dealer. If your radio displays an error number, write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem. PREV (1): Press this button or the SEEK down arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played. If you hold the button or press it more than once, the player will continue moving back through the disc. NEXT (2): Press this button or the SEEK up arrow to go to the start of the next track if more than eight seconds have played. If you hold the button or press it more than once, the player will continue moving forward through the disc.

RDM (3): Press this button to hear the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. Press RDM again to turn off random play. REV (5): Press and hold this button to quickly reverse within a track (song). Release it to play the passage. You will hear sound at a reduced volume. The display will show elapsed time. FWD (6): Press and hold this button to quickly advance within a track (song). You will hear sound at a reduced volume. The display will sh'ow elapsed time. RECALL: Press this button to see what track is playing. Press it again within five seconds to see how long it has been playing (elapsed time). The track number also appears when the disc is inserted, you change the volume or when a new track starts playing. AM-FM: Press this button to play the radio when a disc is playing. The disc will stop but remain in the player. CDPLAY: Press this button to change to the disc function when the radio is on. EJECT: Press this button to remove the disc or stop the disc and switch to the radio. EJECT will work with the radio off.

AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Equalizer (If Equipped)

Playing the Radio VOL: Push this knob to turn the system on and off. To increase volume, turn the knob clockwise. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. RECALL: Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or to display the clock. If you press the knob when the ignition is off, the clock will show for a few seconds.

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Finding a Station AM-FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to choose radio stations. Push the knob back into its stored position when you’re not using it. SEEK: Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there. PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2). Just: 1, 2. 3.

Press AM-FM to select the band. Tune in the desired station. Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons until SET appears on the display. Whenever you press that numbered button, the station you set will return. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.

4.

Setting the Tone EQUALIZER: A seven band equalizer is part of your audio system. Slide the levers up to boost or down to reduce frequency range.

Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. FADE: Press this knob lightly so it exten.ds. Turn it to move the sound to the front or rear speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you’re not using them.

Playing a Compact Disc The integral CD player can play 8 cm “single” mini-discs. Full-size compact discs and mini-discs are loaded in the same manner. Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up, The player will pull it in. If the ignition and the radio are on, the disc will begin playing. If you want to insert a disc when the ignition is off, first press EJECT.

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If you’re driving on a very rough road or if it’s very hot, the disc may not play and E (error) and a number may appear on the radio display. If the disc comes out, it could be that:

The disc is upside down. It is dirty, scratched or wet. The air is very humid. (If so, wait about an hour and try again.)

If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can’t be corrected, please contact your dealer. If your radio displays an error number, write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem. PREV (1): Press this button or the SEEK down arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played. If you hold the button or press it more than once, the player will continue moving back through the disc. NEXT (2): Press this button or the SEEK up arrow to go to the start of the next track if more than eight seconds have played. If you hold the button or press it more than once, the player will continue moving forward through the disc,

RDM (3): Press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential, order. Press RDM again to turn off random play. The radio will play during this operation. REV (5): Press and hold this button to quickly reverse within a track (song). Release it to play the passage, You will hear sound at a reduced volume. The display will show elapsed time. FWD (6): Press and hold this button to quickly advance within a track (song). You will hear sound at a reduced volume. The display will show elapsed time. RECALL: Press this button to see what track is playing. Press it again within five seconds to see how long it has been playing (elapsed time). The track number also appears when the disc is inserted, the volume is changed or when a new track starts playing. AM-FM: Press this button to play the radio when a disc is playing. The disc will stop but remain in the player. CD/PLAY: Press this button to change to the disc function when the radio is on. EJECT Press this button to remove the disc or stop the disc and switch to the radio. EJECT will work with the radio off.

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Trunk Mounted CD Changer (If Equipped) With the optional compact disc changer, you can play up to 12 discs continuously. Normal size discs may be played using the trays supplied in the magazine. The small discs (8 cm) can be played only with specially designed trays. You must first load the magazine with discs before you can play a compact disc. Each of the 12 trays holds one disc. Press the button on the back of the magazine and pull gently on one of the trays. Load the trays from bottom to top, placing a disc on the tray label side down. If you load a disc label side up, the disc will not play and an error will occur. Gently push the tray back into the magazine slot. Repeat this procedure for loading up to 12 discs in the magazine. Once you have loaded the discs in the magazine, -slide open the door of the compact disc (CD) changer. Push the magazine into the changer in the direction of the arrow marked on top of the magazine.

Close the door by sliding it all the way to the left. If the door is left partially open, the changer will not operate and an error will occur. When the door is closed, the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine. This will continue for up to two minutes depending on the number of discs loaded. To eject the magazine from the player, slide the CD changer door all the way open. The magazine will automatically eject. Remember to keep the door closed whenever possible to keep dirt and dust from getting inside the changer. All of the CD functions are controlled by the radio buttons except for ejelcting the magazine. Whenever a CD magazine with discs is loaded in the changer, the compact disc symbol will appear on the radio display. If the CD changer is checking the magazine for CDs, the compact disc symbol will flash on the display until the changer is ready to play. When a CD begins playing, CD will appear in the bottom left corner and a disc and track number will be displayed. The disc numbers are listed on the front of the magazine.

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Compact Disc Errors If E and a number appear on the display an error has occurred and the compact disc temporarily cannot play. The CD changer will send an error message to the receiver to indicate: E30: Focus Error

0 E31: Tracking Error

E32: Motor Error E33: CD Changer Communication Error E34: CD Changer Door Open E35 CD Changer Cartridge Empty

If the error occurred while trying to play a CD in the compact disc player or changer, the following conditions may have caused the error:

The road is too rough. The disc should play when the road is smoother.

0 The disc is dirty, scratched, wet or upside down.

The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again.

0 The CD changer door is open. Completely close the

door to restore normal operation. An empty magazine is inserted in the CD changer. Try the magazine again with a disc loaded on one of the trays.

If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, please contact your dealer. If your radio displays an error number, write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem. Playing a Compact Disc PREV (1): Press this button to go back to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played. Press PREV again to go to the previous track on the disc. NEXT (2): Press this button to advance to the next track on the disc.

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PROG (3): Press this button to select the next disc in the magazine. If a CD cannot be played, its number will be skipped when selecting discs while using the PROG button. RANDOM (4): Press this button to enter the random play mode. RDM will appear on the display. While in this mode, the tracks on the discs will be played in random order. If you press PROG or SEEK while in the random mode, discs and tracks will be scanned randomly. Press this button again to turn off the random feature and return to normal operation. REV (5): Press and hold this button to quickly reverse within a track. As the CD reverses, elapsed time will be displayed to help you find the correct passage. FWD (6): Press and hold this button to quickly advance within a track. As the CD advances, elapsed time will be displayed to help you find the correct passage. RECALL: Press this button to see what track is currently playing. Press RECALL again within five seconds to see how long the track has been playing. EL TM will appear on the display when in elapsed time mode., When a new track starts to play, the track number will also appear. Press RECALL a third time and the time of day will be displayed.

SEEK: Press the SEEK down arrow while playing a CD to go back to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played. If you press it again, the changes will go to previous tracks. Press the SEEK up arrow and it will go to the next higher track on the disc. TAPEPLAY. Press this button to play a CD if you have a magazine loaded in the changer and the radio is playing. To return to the radio while a CD is playing, press AM-FM. You can also press this button to switch between a cassette tape and CD, if both are loaded. Theft-Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK" is designed to discourage theft of your radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed. The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally and the radio is not protected by the feature. If THEFTLOCK is activated, your radio will not operate if stolen. When THEFTLOCK is activated, the radio will display LOC to indicate a locked condition anytime battery power is removed. If your battery loses power for any reason, you must unlock the radio with the secret code before it will operate.

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Activating the Theft-Deterrent Feature The instructions which follow, explain how to enter your secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK system. It is recommended that you read through all nine steps before starting the Drocedure. NOTE: If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps, the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4. 1. Write down any three or four-digit number from 000 to 1999 and keep it in a safe place separate from the vehicle. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN. Turn the radio off. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down until --- shows on the display. Next you will use the secret code number which you have written down. Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display. Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree with your code. Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code.

2. 3. 4.

5. 6.

7 .

8. Press AM-FM after you have confirmed that the

code matches the secret code you have written down. The display will show REP to let you know that you need to repeat Steps 5 through 7 to confirm your secret code.

9. Press AM-FM and this time the display will show

SEC to let you know that your radio is secure. Note that with the ignition off, the THEFTLOCK indicator will flash indicating a secured radio.

Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 1. LOC appears when the ignition is on. 2. Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display. 3. Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree

with your code.

4. Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree

with your code.

5. Press AM-FM after you have confirmed that the

code matches the secret code you have written down. The display will show SEC, indicating the radio is now operable and secure.

If you enter the wrong code eight times, INOP will appear on the display. You will have to wait an hour with the ignition on before you can try again. When you try again, you will only have thee chances to enter the correct code before INOP appears. If you lose or forget your code, contact your dealer. Disabling the Theft-Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 1. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN. 2. Turn the radio off. 3. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold hem down

until SEC shows on the display.

4. Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display. 5. Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree

with your code.

6. Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree

with your code.

7. Press AM-EM after you have confirmed that the

code matches the secret code you have written down. The display will show ---, indicating that the radio is no longer secured.

If the code entered is incorrect, SEC will appear on the display. The radio will remain secured until the correct code is entered. When battery power is removed and later applied to a secured radio, the radio won’t turn on and LOC will appear on the display. To unlock a secured radio, see “Unlo’cking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss” earlier in this section.

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Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)

If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel. VOLUME: Press the up or down arrow to increase or decrease volume. PLAY. Press this button to play a cassette tape or compact disc when the radio is playing.

MUTE: Press this button to silence the system. Press it again, or any other radio button, to turn on the sound. SEEK: Press the up arrow to tune to the next radio station and the down arrow to tune to the previous radio station. If a cassette tape or compact disc is playing, the player will advance to the next selection with the up arrow and go to the previous selection with the down arrow. PRESET Press this button to play a station you have programmed on the radio preset buttons. When a cassette tape is loaded, press this button to change tape sides. If you have the trunk mounted CD player, press this button to advance to the next disc in the magazine. AM-FM: Press this button to choose AM, FM1 or FM2. If a cassette tape or compact disc is playing, it will stop and the radio will play.

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Understanding Radio Reception FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound. But FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles I( 16 to 65 km). Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go.

AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it. Tips About Your Audio System Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetecrade until it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing. Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it.

To help avoid hearing loss or damage: 0 Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. 0 Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably

and clearly.

NOTICE: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle -- like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio -- be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delco radio or other systems, and even damage them. Your vehicle’s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly. So, before adding sound equipment, check with your dealer and be sure to check Federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units.

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Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player. Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use. Your radio may display CLN to indicate that you have used your tape player for 50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer. If this message appears on the display, your cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to your tapes and player. If you notice a reduction in sound quality, try a known good cassette to see if it is the tape or the tape player at fault. If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality, clean the tape player.

Cleaning may be done with a scrubbing action, non-abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn. It is normal for the cassette to eject while cleaning. Insert the cassette at least three times to ensure thorough cleaning. A scrubbing action cleaning cassette is available through your Pontiac dealership. You may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette will not eject. It may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner. After you clean the player, press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator. The radio will display --- to show the indicator was reset. Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time. Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced.

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Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge. Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs. Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge. Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged. If the mast should ever become slightly bent, you can straighten it out by hand. If the mast is badly bent, as it might be by vandals, you should replace it. Check every once in a while to be sure the mast is still tightened to the rear quarter panel.

Backglass Antenna (If Equipped) Your AM-FM antenna is now integrated with your rear window defogger, into your rear window. Be sure that the inside surface of the rear window is not scratched and that the lines on the glass are not damaged. If the inside surface is damaged, it could interfere with radio reception. Because this antenna is built into your rear window, there is a reduced risk of damage caused by car washes and vandals. If you choose to add a cellular telephone to your Pontiac, and the antenna needs to be attached to the glass, be sure that you do not darnage the grid lines for the AM-FM antenna. There is enough space between the lines to attach a cellular telephone antenna without interfering with radio reception.

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b% NOTES

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I Section 4 Your Driving and the Road

Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving.

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Defensive Driving Driving Drunk Having Control of Your Vehicle Your Braking System Information Anti-Lock Brake Information Trac System Braking in Emergencies Steering Tips Off-Road Recovery Tips Passing Other Vehicles

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Losing Control of Your Vehicle Night Driving Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Tips Before Leaving on a Long Trip Avoiding Highway Hypnosis Driving on Hills and Mountains Winter Driving If You’re Caught in a Blizzard Loading Your Vehicle Helpful Hints for Towing a Trailer

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Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your Pontiac: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.” Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes, Anticipate what they might do. Be ready for their mistakes. Rear-end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents. Yet they are common. Allow enough following distance. It’s the best defensive ‘driving maneuver, in both city and rural driving. You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly.

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Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle:

Judgment

0 Muscular Coordination

Vision

0 Attentiveness. Police records show that almost half of all motor vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. In most cases, these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving. In recent years, some 17,000 annual motor vehicle-related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol, with more than 300,000 people injured. Many adults -- by some estimates, nearly half the adult population -- choose never to drink alcohol, so they never drive after drinking. For persons under 2 1, it’s against the law in every US. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasons for these laws.