Pontiac 2002 Sunfire manuel d'utilisation

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i 2002 Pontiac Sunfire Owner ’ s Manual Litho in U.S.A. Copyright General Motors Corporation 06/06/01 Part Number 22673534 A First Edition All Rights Reserved[...]

ii GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, PONTIAC, the PONTIAC Emblem and the name SUNFIRE are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. W e reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name ?[...]

iii How to Use this Manual Many people read their owne r ’ s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickl y . Safety W arnings and Symbols [...]

iv V ehicle Damage W arnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty , and it could be costly . But the notice will tell you what to[...]

v These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle:[...]

1- 1-1 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly . Y ou can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. 1 - 2 Seats and Seat Controls 1 - 8 Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone 1 - 13 Here Are Questions Many People[...]

1-2 Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats -- how to adjust them -- and also about reclining seatbacks and head restraints. Manual Front Seats CAUTION: Y ou can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you[...]

1-3 If your vehicle is not equipped with easy entry seats, your passenger seat adjuster looks like this. Slide the lever located under the passenger ’ s seat to the right to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever . Then try to move the seat with your body , to make sure the seat is locked into place. If your vehicle [...]

1-4 Reclining Front Seatbacks T o adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat and move the seatback to where you want it. Release the lever and push rearward on the seatback to make sure it is locked. Pull up on the lever without pushing on the seatback and the seatback will go to an upright position. But don’t ha[...]

1-5 CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re r eclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body . Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash you could go into it, receiving n[...]

1-6 Seatback Latches (T wo-Door Models) The front seatback folds forward to let people get into the back seat. T o fold a front seatback forward, lift the latch located on the lower backside of the seatback and push the seatback forward. When you return the seatback to its original position, make sure the seatback is locked. The latch must be down [...]

1-7 Easy Entry Seat (If Equipped) CAUTION: If an easy entry right front seat isn’t locked, it can move. In a sudden stop or crash, the person sitting there could be injur ed. After you’ve used it, be sure to push r earward on an easy entry seat to be sure it is locked. The right front seat of some two - door vehicles makes it easy to get in and[...]

1-8 T o return the seat to its upright position, push the seatback up to its original latched position. Check to ensure the seatback is in its original position and securely latched by pulling forward on the top of the seatback. Move any objects in the trunk compartment that prevent the seatback from closing. Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone Th[...]

1-9 CAUTION: It is extremely danger ous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas ar e more likely to be seriously injur ed or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and[...]

1-10 Why Safety Belts W ork When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. T ake the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’ s just a seat on wheels. Put someone on it.[...]

1-1 1 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ...[...]

1-12 or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts! W ith safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. Y ou get more time to stop. Y ou stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’ s why safety belts make such good sense.[...]

1-13 Here Ar e Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers Q: W on’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? A: Y ou could be -- whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down. And your chance of being conscious during and af[...]

1-14 How to W ear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see the part of this manual called “Children.” Follow those rules for[...]

1-15 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. T o m[...]

1-16 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster (Four - Door Models) Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. T o move it down, squeeze the release button and move the height adjuster to the desired position. Y ou can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide. After you move the adj[...]

1-17 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way . CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury . The shoulder belt should fit against your body .[...]

1-18 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be ther e, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt i[...]

1-19 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury . Also, the belt would apply t[...]

1-20 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body . CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact for ces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly , or ask your dealer to fix it.[...]

1-21 T o unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way . Before you close the door , be sure the belt is out of the way . If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupa[...]

1-22 The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother . When a safety belt is worn properly , it’ s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly . Right Front Passenger Position T o learn how to wear the right front passenger ?[...]

1-23 CAUTION: Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with air bags. The driver should sit as far [...]

1-24 How the Air Bag System W orks Where ar e the air bags? The driver ’ s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger ’ s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger ’ s side.[...]

1-25 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing sever e injury or even death. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear . Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering whe[...]

1-26 What makes an air bag inflate? In an impact of sufficient severity , the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator , which inflates the air bag. The inflator , air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and in the[...]

1-27 In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag. Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After they inflate, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system. If you don’t get them, the air bag syst[...]

1-28 Servicing Y our Air Bag-Equipped V ehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle. Y ou don’t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Y our dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the a[...]

1-29 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly . If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly . 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. If the belt stops before[...]

1-30 3. T o make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the bel[...]

1-31 The safety belt locks if there’ s a sudden stop or a crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor . CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury . The shoulder belt should fit against your body . T o unlatch the belt, just [...]

1-32 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head. There is one guide for each o[...]

1-33 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.[...]

1-34 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions” earlier in this section. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder . T o remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides. Pull the guide upward to expose its st[...]

1-35 Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor . T o make the belt longer , tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. T o make the belt shorter , pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap - shoulder be[...]

1-36 Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be rest[...]

1-37 CAUTION: (Continued) For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 - lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240 - lb. (1 10 kg) force on a person’ s arms. A baby should be secured in an appropriate r estraint. CAUTION: Children who ar e up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. [...]

1-38 Q: What are the differ ent types of add - on child restraints? A: Add - on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’ s owner , are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child’ s weight, height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatibl[...]

1-39 CAUTION: Newborn infants need complete support, including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because a newborn infant’ s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body . In a crash, an infant in a rear - facing seat settles into the restraint, so the crash forces can be distributed acr oss the stron[...]

1-40 Restraint Systems for Children An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface. Make sure that the infant’ s head rests toward the center of the vehicle. A rear - facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating[...]

1-41 A forward - facing child seat (C - E) provides restraint for the child’ s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T - shaped or shelf - like shields. A booster seat (F - G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’ s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner , and s[...]

1-42 Q: How do child restraints work? A: A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built - in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add - on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’ s owner . For many years[...]

1-43 CAUTION: A child in a rear - facing child restraint can be seriously injur ed or killed if the right front passenger’ s air bag inflates. This is because the back of the rear - facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Always secure a rear - facing child restraint in a rear seat. Y ou may secure a forward - facing [...]

1-44 In Canada, the law requires that forward - facing child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored. In the United States, some child restraints also have a top strap. If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points. Be sure to use an anchor point locate[...]

1-45 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position Y ou’ll be using the lap - shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say . 1. Put the restraint on[...]

1-46 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 4. T o tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward - facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down[...]

1-47 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position Y ou’ll be using the lap belt. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say . See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Make the belt as long as possi[...]

1-48 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. T o tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward - facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the chi[...]

1-49 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Y our vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear - facing child restraint in this seat. Here’ s why: CAUTION: A child in a rear - facing child restraint can be seriously injur ed or killed if the right front passenger’ s air bag inflates. This is because the bac[...]

1-50 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.[...]

1-51 6. T o tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. Y ou may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. T o remove the child restraint, just unb[...]

1-52 Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’ s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap - shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: If possible, an older c[...]

1-53 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two childr en are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spr ead the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injur ed. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. Q: What if a child is wearing a lap - shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulde[...]

1-54 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap - shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way , in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’ s force would then be applied right on the child’ s abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. Wh[...]

1-55 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’ s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender . It’ s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear , so the extender will be long enough for you. The extender will be just for [...]

2- 2-1 Section 2 Featur es and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem. 2 - 2 W indows 2 - 6 Doo[...]

2-2 Windows CAUTION: Leaving childr en in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be over come by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat str oke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather .[...]

2-3 Manual Windows On a vehicle with manual windows, use the window crank to open and close each window . Power W indows (If Equipped) The switches on the center console control each of the power windows when the ignition is on. In addition, on four - door models, each rear passenger door has a switch for its own window . T o lower a window , press[...]

2-4 Keys CAUTION: Leaving childr en in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many r easons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.[...]

2-5 One key is used for the ignition, the doors and all other locks. When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes the key tag from the key and gives it to the first owner . Each tag has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys. Keep the tag in a safe place. If you lose your key , you’ll be able to[...]

2-6 Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers -- especially childr en -- can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open it. Y ou increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the[...]

2-7 Power Door Locks (If Equipped) Y ou can lock or unlock all doors on your vehicle from the driver ’ s or front passenger ’ s door lock switch. Press the lower portion of the switch to lock the doors. Press the upper portion of the switch to unlock the doors. The locking lever on each rear door works only that door ’ s lock. It won’t lock[...]

2-8 T o Open a Rear Door With the Security Lock 1. Unlock the door from the inside. 2. Then open the door from the outside. If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adults or older children who ride in the rear won’t be able to open the rear door from the inside. Y ou should let adults and older children know how to cancel the locks. T o [...]

2-9 Remote Keyless Entry (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle. In addition, the system illuminates the interior lamps for a set period of time. Also, a content thef[...]

2-10 Operation The following functions are available with the remote keyless entry system: LOCK: All doors will automatically lock when the LOCK button is pressed. In addition, if all doors and the trunk are closed, the headlamps will flash once, the interior lamps will turn off, and the vehicle content theft system will arm. See “Content Theft S[...]

2-1 1 Radio Personalization Feature Y our vehicle can store different radio preset stations depending on which keyless entry transmitter you use to unlock the doors. The radio will recall all the stored settings associated with that transmitter . Any radio setting changes will be assigned to the transmitter last used to unlock the doors. This featu[...]

2-12 Replacing the Battery in the Remote Keyless Entry System T ransmitter T o replace the battery in the transmitter: 1. Use a coin or similar object to separate the bottom half from the top half of the transmitter . 2. Remove the battery and replace it with the new one. Make sure the positive side of the battery faces down. For battery replacemen[...]

2-13 T runk T o unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the key and turn the trunk lock cylinder or use the remote keyless entry transmitter (if equipped). When closing the trunk, close from the center to ensure that it is fully secured. CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into y[...]

2-14 Remote T runk Release Press the remote trunk release button, located on the lower left side of the instrument panel, to release the trunk lid. If your vehicle is equipped with the remote keyless entry system, the daytime running lamps will flash twice. Make sure the remote trunk release lockout feature is not activated. Also, the remote trunk [...]

2-15 T runk Release Handle NOTICE: The trunk release handle was not designed to be used to tie down the trunk lid or as an anchor point when securing items in the trunk. Improper use of the trunk release handle could damage it. There is a glow - in - the - dark trunk release handle located on the inside of the trunk lid of your vehicle. This handle[...]

2-16 Theft V ehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle 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[...]

2-17 Content Theft Security System (If Equipped) Arming the System W ith the ignition off, pressing the transmitter LOCK button will arm the system immediately after all doors and trunk are closed. If the transmitter LOCK button is pressed again within five seconds, the horn will chirp to confirm that the system has been armed. Once the system is a[...]

2-18 How to T urn Off the System Alarm If the system alarm is active, it can be deactivated by doing the following: Pressing the transmitter LOCK or panic button to turn off the alarm. The system will also re - arm if all doors and trunk are later closed, or pressing the transmitter UNLOCK or trunk button to turn off the alarm and disarm the system[...]

2-19 New V ehicle “Break - In” NOTICE: Y our vehicle 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. A void making hard stops for the first 200 miles (3[...]

2-20 CAUTION: On manual transaxle vehicles, turning the key to LOCK will lock the steering column and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle. This could cause a collision. If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the key only to OFF . Don’t press the key release button while the vehicle is moving. NOTICE: If [...]

2-21 Key Release Button (Manual T ransaxle) The ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition unless the key release button is used. T o remove the key , turn the key to OFF . Then, while pressing the key release button in, turn the key to LOCK and pull it straight out. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Y our vehicle is equipped with a Retained Acc[...]

2-22 Starting Y our 2.2L L4 (LN2) or ECOTEC (L61) Engine 1. W ith your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to ST AR T . When the engine starts, let go of the key . The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. NOTICE: Holding your key in ST AR T for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained mu[...]

2-23 Starting Y our 2.4L L4 (LD9) Engine 1. W ith your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to ST AR T . When the engine starts, let go of the key . The idle speed will go down as your engine warms up. NOTICE: Holding your key in ST AR T for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner . And t[...]

2-24 Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) 2.2L L4 (LN2) Engine 2.4L L4 (LD9) and 2.2L L4 ECOTEC (L61) Engine In very cold weather , 0 F ( - 18 C) or colder , the engine coolant heater can help. Y ou’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm - up. Usually , the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prio[...]

2-25 T o Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. T urn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. On a vehicle with a 2.2L L4 (LN2) engine, the electrical cord is located near the engine oil dipstick. On a vehicle with a 2.4L L4 (LD9) or 2.2L L4 ECOTEC (L61) engine, the electrical cord is located in front of the coolant surge tank on[...]

2-26 Automatic T ransaxle Operation If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transaxle, the shift lever is located on the console between the seats. There are seven different positions for the automatic transaxle. See “Forward Gears” later in this section. P ARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It’ s the best position to use w[...]

2-27 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. NOTICE: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. T o 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 th[...]

2-28 Forward Gears AUT OMA TIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving with the automatic transaxle. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator all the way down. THIRD (3): This position is al[...]

2-29 FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). Y ou 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. NOTICE: If your front wheels can’t r otate, don’t try to driv[...]

2-30 SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. THIRD (3), FOUR TH (4) and FIFTH (5): Shift into THIRD (3), FOUR TH (4) and FIFTH (5) the same way you do for SECOND (2). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press[...]

2-31 Shift Speeds CAUTION: If you skip a gear when you downshift, you could lose control of your vehicle. Y ou could injure yourself or others. Don’t shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift. Up - Shift Light (Manual T ransaxle) If you have a manual transaxle, you may have a light. This light will show you when to shift to the n[...]

2-32 Parking Brake Manual shown, Automatic similar The parking brake lever is located between the bucket seats. T o set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down and pull up on the parking brake lever . If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. T o release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down. Pull the parking b[...]

2-33 Shifting Into P ARK (P) (Automatic T ransaxle Only) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P ARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Y our vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly . Y ou or others could be injured. T o be sure your vehicle won’[...]

2-34 Leaving Y our V ehicle W ith the Engine Running (Automatic T ransaxle Only) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Y our vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P ARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and ev[...]

2-35 Shifting Out of Park (P) (Automatic T ransaxle Only) Y our vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. Y ou have to fully apply your regular brakes befor e you can shift from P ARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. See “Automatic T ransaxle” in the Index. If you cannot shift out of P ARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lev[...]

2-36 Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: 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 CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousne[...]

2-37 Running Y our Engine While Y ou’re Parked (Automatic T ransaxle) It’ s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know . CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust.” Also, [...]

2-38 Tilt Wheel (If Equipped) A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. Y ou can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column. T o tilt the wheel, hold the wheel and p[...]

2-39 T urn and Lane-Change Signals 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. T o 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 cluster will fla[...]

2-40 Windshield W ipers Y ou control the windshield wipers by moving the stalk with the windshield wiper symbol on it up or down. For a single wiper cycle, push the stalk down to MIST , then release it. The wipers will stop after one cycle. For more cycles, hold the wiper stalk down longer . For steady wiping at low speed, move the wiper stalk up t[...]

2-41 Windshield W asher T o wash your windshield, pull the stalk with the wiper symbol on it toward you one time. When you release the stalk, the washers will stop. The wipers continue wiping for approximately three cycles and will either stop or will resume the speed you were using before. CAUTION: In freezing weather , don’t use your washer unt[...]

2-42 When you apply your brakes, or the clutch pedal if you have a manual transaxle, the cruise control shuts off. CAUTION: Cruise contr ol can be danger ous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise contr ol can be danger ous on slippery roads. On such r oads,[...]

2-43 Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake or clutch pedal. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don’ t need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can briefly move the cruise control switch from ON to R/A. Y ou’ll go right back up[...]

2-44 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 a steep hill, 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, app[...]

2-45 (Parking Lamps): T urning the band to this position turns on the parking lamps together with the following: Sidemarker Lamps T aillamps Instrument Panel Lights (Headlamps): T urning the band to this position turns on the headlamps together with the previously listed lamps and lights: Lamps On Reminder If you open the driver ’ s door with the[...]

2-46 When the DRL are on, your high and low - beam headlamps will be on at a reduced brightness. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on. Y our instrument panel won’t be lit up either . When you turn the exterior lamp band to the headlamp position, your high and low - beam headlamps will go out, and your low - beam headlamps will [...]

2-47 Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. The thumbwheel for this feature is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column. T urn the thumbwheel up to brighten the lights or down to dim them. T urn the thumbwheel up all the way to turn on the int[...]

2-48 Battery Saver Y our vehicle is equipped with a battery saver feature designed to protect your vehicle’ s battery . When any interior lamp (trunk, reading, dome, etc.) is left on and the ignition is turned off, the battery saver system will automatically turn the lamp off after 20 minutes. This will avoid draining the battery . This system do[...]

2-49 Power Remote Control Mirr ors (If Equipped) The power mirror control is located on the driver ’ s door . T urn the control clockwise or counterclockwise to choose the mirror you want to adjust. Then move the control in the direction you want the mirror to move. Adjust each mirror so you can see a little of the side of your vehicle when you a[...]

2-50 Breakaway Mirr or A. Adjustment Lever T End B. Lever Slide C. Mirror D. Spring E. Adjustment Lever Handle If the mirror control lever is unable to operate the mirror adjustment, you can reset the adjustment lever on the driver ’ s side mirror only , by following these steps: 1. Roll down the driver ’ s door window . 2. Fold the mirror towa[...]

2-51 Storage Compartments Center Console Storage Area T o open the center console, pull the lift lever up and the lid back. T o close the center console, press the lid down until it clicks. Center Console Cupholders There are two cupholders located at the front of the center console, in front of the shift lever . There are also cupholders for the r[...]

2-52 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter T o use the lighter , push it in all the way and let go. When it’ s ready , it will pop back out by itself. NOTICE: Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able to back away from the heating element when it’ s ready . That can make it overheat, damaging[...]

2-53 Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem, see your dealer for additional information on the accessory power outlet. NOTICE: Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working [...]

2-54 The Instrument Panel -- Y our Information System[...]

2-55 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Fog Lamp Button (If Equipped) B. Instrument Panel Brightness Control C. Enhanced T raction System Switch D. T urn Signal/Multifunction Lever E. Instrument Panel Cluster F . Hazard W arning Flashers Switch G. Ignition Switch H. W indshield W iper/W asher Controls I. Audio System[...]

2-56 Instrument Panel Cluster Y our instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. Y ou’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you’ve used, and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically . United States Cluster shown, Canada similar[...]

2-57 Speedometer and Odometer Y our speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Y our odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). Y our odometer can be seen when the vehicle is running. T o view it when the ignit[...]

2-58 W a rning 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. W arning 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[...]

2-59 Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. 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 sensor , the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing a[...]

2-60 Charging System Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, and the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. Then it should go out when the engine is started. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system. It could indica[...]

2-61 If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully . Y ou may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or , the pedal may go closer to the floor . It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See “T owing Y our V ehicle” in the Index. CAUTION: Y our brake system ma[...]

2-62 Enhanced T raction System W arning Light (If Equipped) United States Canada W ith the Enhanced T raction System (ETS), 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 the warning light stays on, or comes on [...]

2-63 Enhanced T raction System Active Light United States Canada When your Enhanced T raction System is limiting wheel spin, this light will come on. Slippery road conditions may exist if the Enhanced T raction System active light comes on, so adjust your driving accordingly . The light will stay on for a few seconds after the Enhanced T raction Sy[...]

2-64 Low Coolant W arning Light This light comes on briefly when you turn your ignition on. If this light comes on and stays on, the coolant level in your vehicle is low . If the light is on along with an overheat warning, you may have a serious overheating problem. See “Engine Coolant T emperature Gage” in the Index. NOTICE: Damage to your eng[...]

2-65 The CHECK ENGINE 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. NOTICE: If [...]

2-66 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: Light Flashing -- A misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may da[...]

2-67 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. Y ou may notice this as stalling after start - up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear , misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or s[...]

2-68 Oil Pressur e Light If you have a low engine oil pressure problem, this light will stay on after you start your engine, or come on when you are driving. This indicates that your engine is not receiving enough oil. The engine could be low on oil, or could have some other oil problem. Have it fixed immediately . The oil light could also come on [...]

2-69 Service V ehicle Soon Light This light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition. It will stay on or come on if it detects a problem on the vehicle. If this happens, see your dealers service department as soon as possible. Passlock W arning Light United States Canada This light will come on briefly when you turn the key to ST AR T . I[...]

2-70 Up-Shift Light (Manual T ransaxle) This light comes on when you need to shift to the next higher gear . See “Manual T ransaxle” in the Index. United States Only Check Gages Light United States Canada This light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine. If it comes on and stays on while you are driving, check your various gages[...]

2-71 Fuel Gage United States Canada Y our fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left. When the indicator nears empty , the CHECK GAGES light will come on. Y ou still have about 1.5 gallons (5.7 L) of fuel left, but you should get more soon. See “Check Gages Light” earlier in this section for more information. Here are four things tha[...]

3- 3-1 Section 3 Comfort Contr ols and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. 3 - 2 Comfort Controls 3 - 4 Air Conditioning 3 - 4 Heating 3 - 4 Defogging and Defrosting 3 - 5 Rear W indow[...]

3-2 Comfort Controls This section tells you how to make your air system work for you. W ith these systems, you can control the ventilation and heating in your vehicle. Y our vehicle also has the flow - through ventilation system described later in this section. Climate Control System Fan Knob The left knob selects the force of air you want. T urn t[...]

3-3 Mode Knob The right knob has several settings to control the direction of airflow . For each setting, select the temperature that is comfortable. (Maximum): For maximum cooling use this setting to recirculate much of the air inside your vehicle and send it through the instrument panel outlets. The air conditioning compressor will run automatica[...]

3-4 Air Conditioning On very hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot, inside air escape. This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down, which should help fuel economy . For quick cool - down on very hot days, use the maximum mode setting with the temperature knob all the way in the blue area. If this setting is used for lon[...]

3-5 T o defog the side windows while using the air conditioner , set the right control to bi - level, the fan control to the highest setting, and press the A/C button. For both systems, aim the side vents toward the side windows. For increased airflow to the side vents, close the center vents. Rear Window Defogger Press the button located below the[...]

3-6 V entilation System For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed, use vent to direct outside air through your vehicle. Y our vehicle also has the flow - through ventilation system. Y our vehicle’ s flow - through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving. Outside air will also enter t[...]

3-7 Audio Systems Y our audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. Y ou will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all of its controls to be sure you’re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went[...]

3-8 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette T ape Player (If Equipped) Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. V OL (V olume): T urn this knob clockwise to increase volume. T urn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. RCL (Recall): Press this knob to display the station being played or to display the clock. Finding a Stati[...]

3-9 Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. Y ou can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1. T urn the radio on. 2. Press AM FM to select the band. 3. T une in the desired station. 4. Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until you [...]

3-10 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: T o adjust the balance between the right and left speakers press and release AUDIO until BAL appears on the display . Then press and hold the up arrow to move the sound to the right speakers or the down arrow to move the sound to the left speakers. R and a number will appear on the display when the [...]

3-1 1 Radio Messages CAL (Calibration): Y our audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory . If CAL appears on the display it means that your radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to the dealership for service. Playing a Cassette T ape Y our tape player is built to work best with tapes th[...]

3-12 4 FWD (Forward): Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape. FWD will appear on the display . Press the button again to return to playing speed. The radio will play the last selected station while the tape advances. Y ou may select stations during forward operation by using TUNE or SEEK. 5 SIDE: Press this button to play [...]

3-13 CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player . T o activate the bypass feature, use the following steps: T urn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSOR Y . T urn the radio off. Press and hold T APE for two seconds. CAS will flash on the disp[...]

3-14 Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Push this knob to turn the system on and off. V OL (V olume): T urn the knob clockwise to increase volume. T urn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. SCV (Speed - Compensated V olume): W ith SCV , your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the des[...]

3-15 Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. Y ou can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1. T urn the radio on. 2. Press BAND to select AM, FM1 or FM2. 3. T une in the desired station. 4. Press EQ to select the equalization. 5. Press and hold [...]

3-16 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) BAL (Balance): Press and release this button until BAL appears on the display . The SELECT LED indicator will light to show that the speakers can be adjusted. T urn the SELECT knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. F ADE: Press and[...]

3-17 Finding a PTY Station PROG TYPE (Program T ype): This button is used to turn on and off Program T ype (PTY) select. P - TYPE will appear on the display and the SELECT LED indicator will light. The last selected PTY will appear on the display for five seconds. T urn the SELECT knob to select the PTY you want to listen to. Press the SEEK up arro[...]

3-18 RDS Messages ALER T!: This type of announcement warns of national or local emergencies. Y ou will not be able to turn off alert announcements. ALER T! appears on the display when an alert announcement plays. When an alert announcement comes on the current radio station, you will hear it, even if the volume is muted or a compact disc is playing[...]

3-19 When a traffic announcement comes on the current radio station or a related network station, you will hear it, even if the volume is muted or a compact disc is playing. If the compact disc player was being used, the compact disc will stay in the player and resume play at the point where it stopped. Radio Messages CALIBRA TE: Y our audio system[...]

3-20 SCAN : Press and hold one of the SCAN arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep. The disc will go to the next track, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next track. Press this button again to stop scanning. The sound will mute while scanning. SCAN and the track number will appear on the displa[...]

3-21 Personal Choice Radio Controls (If Equipped) This feature enables two drivers to store and recall personal settings for AM and FM presets, last tuned station, volume, tone and audio source (radio, cassette or CD). The numbers (1 or 2) found on the back of the remote keyless entry transmitter correspond to the drivers (1 or 2). T o recall audio[...]

3-22 Understanding Radio Reception 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. T ry reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it. FM Stereo FM stereo will give [...]

3-23 Care of Y our Cassette T ape 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 play[...]

3-24 After you clean the player , press and hold the eject button for five seconds to reset the CLEAN PLA YER or CLN indicator . The radio will display CLEANED or --- 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 you[...]

4- 4-1 Section 4 Y our Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. W e’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. 4 - 2 Defensive Driving 4 - 3 Drunken Driving 4 - 6 Control of a V ehicle 4 - 6 Braking 4 - 9 Enhanced T raction System (ETS) 4 - 1 1 Steeri[...]

4-2 Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively . Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: 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.?[...]

4-3 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 Muscular Coordination V ision Attentiveness. Police records show that al[...]

4-4 It’ s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour , the person’ s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level. There is a gender difference, too. W omen g[...]

4-5 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer . What if there’ s an emergency , a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to[...]

4-6 Control of a V ehicle Y ou have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator . All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’ s easy to ask more of those control systems than t[...]

4-7 A void needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Y our brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Y our brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow re[...]

4-8 Let’ s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely . Suddenly , an animal jumps out in front of you. Y ou slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here’ s what happens with ABS: A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel. The a[...]

4-9 Remember: Anti - lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even though you have anti - lock[...]

4-10 The Enhanced T raction System operates in all transaxle shift lever positions. But the system can upshift the transaxle only as high as the shift lever position you’ve chosen, so you should use the lower gears only when necessary . See “Automatic T ransaxle” in the Index. United States Canada When the system is on and the parking brake i[...]

4-1 1 Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It’ s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. H[...]

4-12 Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. Y ou can avoid these problems by braking -- if you can stop i[...]

4-13 Off - Road Recovery Y ou may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy . Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way , steer so that your vehicle straddles the ed[...]

4-14 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity . For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a reasonable distance. When it looks lik[...]

4-15 Loss of Control Let’ s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency , don’t give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less d[...]

4-16 Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired -- by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively . Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps b[...]

4-17 Y our eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. But if you’re driving, don’t wear sunglasses at night. They may cut down on glare from headlamps, but they also make a lot of things invisible. Y ou can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to th[...]

4-18 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road and even people walking. It’ s wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank f[...]

4-19 Hydroplaning doesn’ t happen often. But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low . It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road. If you can see reflections from trees, telephone poles or other vehicles, and raindrops “dimple” the water ’ s surface, there could be hydroplaning. Hydr[...]

4-20 City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. Y ou’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unk[...]

4-21 Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. T oo - [...]

4-22 The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer , not to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are. Before Leaving on a Long T rip Make sure you’re ready . T ry to be well rested. If you must start when you’re not[...]

4-23 Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever . There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery , along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of[...]

4-24 Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain. If you drive regularly in steep country , or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, ti[...]

4-25 CAUTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. Y our brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they wouldn’t work well. Y ou would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill. Y ou could crash. Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you g[...]

4-26 Include an ice scraper , a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to he[...]

4-27 What’ s the worst time for this? “W et ice.” V ery cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. Y ou can get wet ice when it’ s about freezing (32 F; 0 C) and freezing rain begins to fall. T ry to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand cre[...]

4-28 If Y ou’re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow , you could be in a serious situation. Y ou should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow . Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: T urn on your hazard flas[...]

4-29 CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. Y ou can’t see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe. And che[...]

4-30 Recreational V ehicle T owing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle -- such as behind a motorhome. The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as “dinghy towing” (towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground) and “dolly towing” (towing your vehicle with two wheels [...]

4-31 NOTICE: Make sur e that the towing speed does not exceed 65 mph (1 10 km/h), or your vehicle could be badly damaged. NOTICE: Do not tow your vehicle from the r ear . Y our vehicle could be badly damaged and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty . Dolly T owing Y our vehicle cannot be dolly towed, but can be dingy towed. See “Ding[...]

4-32 Loading Y our V ehicle T wo labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry . The Tire - Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the driver ’ s door tells you the proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle. It also gives you important information about the number [...]

4-33 CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or r ear GA WR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. If you put things inside your vehicle -- li[...]

4-34 T owing a T railer (Models with 2.4L L4 (LD9) or 2.2L L4 ECOTEC (L61) Engine and Automatic T ransaxle) CAUTION: If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive properly , you can lose control when you pull a trailer . For example, if the trailer is too heavy , the brakes may not work well -- or even at all. Y ou and your passengers could be[...]

4-35 If Y ou Do Decide T o Pull A T railer If you do, here are some important points: There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provincial police. Con[...]

4-36 Y ou can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Pontiac - GMC Customer Assistance Center P .O. Box 33172 Detroit, Michigan 48232 - 5172 In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163 - 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 W eight of the T railer [...]

4-37 T otal W eight on Y our V ehicle’s T ir es Be sure your vehicle’ s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. Y ou’ll find these numbers on the T ire - Loading Information label at the rear edge of the driver ’ s door , or see “Loading Y our V ehicle” in the Index. Then be sure you don’t go over the GVW limit for your [...]

4-38 Driving with a T railer T owing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer . And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not[...]

4-39 Making T urns NOTICE: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Y our vehicle could be damaged. A void making very sharp turns while trailering. When you’re turning with a trailer , make wider turns than normal. Do this so your trailer won’t strike soft shoulders, curbs, road sign[...]

4-40 Driving On Grades NOTICE: Do not tow on steep continuous grades exceeding 6 miles (9.6 km). Extended, higher than normal engine and transaxle temperatures may r esult and damage your vehicle. Frequent stops ar e very important to allow the engine and transaxle to cool. Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear befor e you start down a long or ste[...]

4-41 When Y ou Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: start your engine, shift into a gear , and release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. Maintenance Whe[...]

5- 5-1 Section 5 Pr oblems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5 - 2 Hazard W arning Flashers 5 - 3 Other W arning Devices 5 - 3 Jump Starting 5 - 8 T owing Y our V ehicle 5 - 9 Engine Overheating 5 - 1 1 Cooling System 5 - 18 If a T ire Goes Flat 5 - 19 Changing a Flat T ire 5 - 29 Compact Spar[...]

5-2 Hazard W arning Flashers Y our hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Y our front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The hazard warning flasher switch is located on the top of the steering column. Y our hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and eve[...]

5-3 Other W arning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to follow the steps below to do it safely . CAUTION: Batteries can [...]

5-4 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other . If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. Y ou wouldn’t be able to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. T o avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, se[...]

5-5 CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sur e the battery has enough water . Y ou don’t need to add water to the ACDelco battery installed in every new GM vehicle. But if a battery has filler caps, be sure [...]

5-6 6. Remove the terminal cover , and connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the dead battery . Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery . Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. [...]

5-7 Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative ( - ) cable doesn’ t go to the dead battery . It goes to a heavy , unpainted metal part or to a remote negative ( - ) terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery . 9. Connect the other end of the negative ( - ) cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away f[...]

5-8 Jumper Cable Removal A. Heavy , Unpainted Metal Engine Part B. Good Battery C. Dead Battery T o disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( - ) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery . 2. Disconnect the black negative ( - ) cable from the vehicle with the good battery . 3. Disc[...]

5-9 Engine Overheating Y ou will find a coolant temperature gage and a low coolant warning light on your vehicle’ s instrument panel. See “Engine Coolant T emperature Gage” and “Low Coolant W arning Light” in the Index. If Steam Is Coming From Y our Engine CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly , even if you just open[...]

5-10 If No Steam Is Coming From Y our Engine An overheat warning, along with a low coolant light, can indicate a serious problem. See “Low Coolant Light” in the Index. If you get an engine overheat warning with no low coolant light, but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when [...]

5-1 1 Cooling System When you decide it’ s safe to lift the hood, here’ s what you’ll see: 2.2L L4 (LN2) Engine A. Coolant Surge T ank with Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Cooling Fan 2.2L L4 ECOTEC (L61) Engine A. Coolant Surge T ank with Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Cooling Fan[...]

5-12 2.4L L4 (LD9) Engine A. Coolant Surge T ank with Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Cooling Fan CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, do[...]

5-13 CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could be burned. Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle. If there seems to [...]

5-14 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge T ank NOTICE: This vehicle has a specific coolant fill pr ocedur e. Failure to follow this pr ocedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged. If you haven’t found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible but the coolant level isn’[...]

5-15 CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water , or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the pr oper coolant mixture will. Y our vehicle’ s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. W ith plain water or the wrong mixtur e, your engine could get too hot but you wouldn’[...]

5-16 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. Y ou can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. T urn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise (left) about two or two and one - half turns. If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. Thi[...]

5-17 3. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture, to the hash mark on the label. W ait about five minutes, then check to see if the level is below the hash mark. If the level is below the hash mark, add additional coolant to bring the level up to the hash mark. Repeat this procedure until the level remains constant at the hash mark [...]

5-18 5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is hand - tight and fully seated. See your dealer if necessary . If a Tir e Goes Flat It’ s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly . If air goes out of a tire, it’ s much more likely to leak out slowly . But if yo[...]

5-19 Changing a Flat Tir e If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. T urn on your hazard warning flashers. CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury . The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people. Y ou and they could be badly injured. Find a level place to change your tir[...]

5-20 Removing the Spare T ire and T ools The equipment you’ll need is located in the trunk. 1. T urn the compact retainer nut on the compact spare cover counterclockwise to remove it. 2. Lift and remove the tire cover . See “Compact Spare T ire” later in this section for more information about the compact spare tire.[...]

5-21 3. T urn the wing bolt counterclockwise and remove it. Then lift off the adapter and remove the compact spare tire. 4. Y our vehicle’ s jack and wheel wrench are stored in a foam tray . Remove the jack and the wheel wrench from the trunk. Remove the band around the jack. The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) and wheel wrench (B).[...]

5-22 Removing the Flat Tir e and Installing the Spare T ire 1. If your vehicle is equipped with wheel covers, use the wheel wrench to begin loosening the plastic wheel nut caps. Once you have loosened the plastic wheel nut caps with the wheel wrench you can finish loosening them with your fingers. Using the flat end of the wheel wrench, pry along t[...]

5-23 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. T o help avoid perso[...]

5-24 6. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt fr om the places where the wheel att[...]

5-25 9. Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely . 10. T ighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence, as shown.[...]

5-26 CAUTION: Incorr ect wheel nuts or impr operly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the corr ect wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sur e to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts. Stop somewher e as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with [...]

5-27 Storing the Flat Tir e and T ools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury . In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. A. W rench B. Jack C. Flat Road T ire D. Adapter E. Extension F . W ing Bolt (Extension I[...]

5-28 Storing the Spare T ire and T ools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury . In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. The compact spare tire is for temporary use only . Replace the compact spare tire with a[...]

5-29 Compact Spare T ire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new , it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly . It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated. The[...]

5-30 If Y ou’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution. CAUTION: If you let your tires spin at high speed, they can expl[...]

6- 6-1 Section 6 Service and Appearance Car e Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care. 6 - 2 Service 6 - [...]

6-2 Service Y our dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. W e hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. Y ou’ll get genuine GM parts and GM - trained and supported service people. W e hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Doing Y our Own Service W o[...]

6-3 CAUTION: Y ou can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper r eplacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. Be sur e to use the pr oper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. “Eng[...]

6-4 In Canada, look for the “Auto Makers’ Choice” label on the pump. Canada Only California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emis[...]

6-5 Additives Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane - enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT . General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines. Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life [...]

6-6 Filling Y our T ank CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently , and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or r efueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from gasoline. The fuel cap is behind a hinged door on the passenger ’ s side of your vehicle.[...]

6-7 While refueling, hang the fuel cap inside the fuel door by placing the fuel cap tether in the hanger . T o remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The fuel cap has a spring in it; if you let go of the cap too soon, it will spring back to the right. CAUTION: If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites i[...]

6-8 When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See “Malfunction Indicator Lamp” in the Index. NOTICE[...]

6-9 Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant, brake fluid, winds[...]

6-10 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and lift up on the secondary hood release lever . The secondary hood release lever is located near the front center of the hood toward the driver ’ s side. 3. Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood marked “PROP ROD.” Use the prop rod sl[...]

6-1 1 Engine Compartment Overview When you open up the hood on the 2.2L L4 (LN2) engine you’ll see: A. Coolant Surge T ank B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C. Engine Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick D. Brake Fluid Reservoir E. Clutch Master Cylinder Reservoir (If Equipped) F . Engine Air Cleaner/Filter G. Battery H. W indshield W asher Fluid Reservoir[...]

6-12 When you open up the hood on the 2.2L L4 ECOTEC (L61) engine you’ll see: A. Coolant Surge T ank B. Engine Oil Dipstick C. Engine Oil Fill Cap D. Brake Fluid Reservoir E. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir F . Clutch Master Cylinder Reservoir (If Equipped) (Not Shown) G. Battery H. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter I. W indshield W asher Fluid Reservoir[...]

6-13 When you open up your hood on the 2.4L L4 (LD9) engine you’ll see: A. Coolant Surge T ank B. Engine Oil Fill Cap C. Engine Oil Dipstick D. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir E. Brake Fluid Reservoir F . Clutch Master Cylinder Reservoir (If Equipped) G. Battery H. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter I. W indshield W asher Fluid Reservoir[...]

6-14 Engine Oil If the oil pressure light appears on the instrument cluster , it means you need to check your engine oil level right away . For more information, see “Oil Pressure Light” in the Index. Y ou should check your engine oil level regularly; this is an added reminder . Checking Engine Oil It’ s a good idea to check your engine oil e[...]

6-15 Check the oil here if you have a 2.2L L4 ECOTEC (L61) engine. The dipstick’ s handle will be a yellow ring. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information. 2.2L L4 ECOTEC (L61) Engine 2.4L L4 (LD9) Engine Check the oil here if you have a 2.4L L4 (LD9) engine. The dipstick’ s handle will be a yellow ring. See “Eng[...]

6-16 2.2L L4 (LN2) and 2.4L L4 (LD9) Engine 2.2L L4 ECOTEC (L61) Engine[...]

6-17 When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD mark for a 2.2L L4 (LN2) or 2.4L L4 (LD9) engine, or at or below the MIN mark for a 2.2L L4 ECOTEC (L61) engine, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity , see “Ca[...]

6-18 2.2L L4 ECOTEC (L61) Engine This is where you add oil if you have a 2.2L L4 ECOTEC (L61) engine. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. 2.4L L4 (LD9) Engine This is where you add oil if you have a 2.4L L4 (LD9) engine. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on locat[...]

6-19 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol. If you change your own oil, be sure you use oil that has the star[...]

6-20 As in the chart shown previously , SAE 5W - 30 is best for your vehicle. However , you can use SAE 10W - 30 if it’ s going to be 0 F ( - 18 C) or above. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity , or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W - 50. NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute [...]

6-21 If your vehicle is equipped with a 2.2L L4 ECOTEC (L61) engine, it has a unique oil filter element. When reinstalling the filter cap, do not exceed 18 lb - ft (25 N m). Inspect the condition of the O - ring and replace if damaged. See your dealer for additional information. What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements tha[...]

6-22 T o check or replace the filter , remove the screws that hold the cover on and lift off the cover . Be sure to reinstall the cover tightly . Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter . See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cau[...]

6-23 Automatic T ransaxle Fluid It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level. A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to the dealership service department and have it repaired as soon as possible. Y ou may also have your fluid level checked by your dealer or service center when you have[...]

6-24 Manual T ransaxle Fluid It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level. A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to the dealership service department and have it repaired as soon as possible. Y ou may also have your fluid level checked by your dealer or service center when you have yo[...]

6-25 How to Check and Add Fluid Y ou do not need to check the fluid level unless you suspect a clutch problem. T o check the fluid level, take the cap off. If the fluid reaches the step inside the reservoir , the fluid level is correct. The reservoir is located near the back of the engine compartment on the driver ’ s side of the vehicle. See “[...]

6-26 What to Use Use a mixture of one - half clean, drinkable water and one - half DEX - COOL coolant which won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you don’t need to add anything else. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water , or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil befo[...]

6-27 Checking Coolant The coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on the passenger ’ s side of the vehicle. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. CAUTION: T urning the surge tank pressur e cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and bu[...]

6-28 Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX - COOL coolant mixture at the sur ge tank , but only when the engine is cool. If the surge tank is empty , a special fill procedure is necessary . See “Engine Overheating” in the Index for instructions on “How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge T ank.” CAUTION: Y ou can be bu[...]

6-29 Power Steering Fluid For the 2.2L L4 (LN2) engine, the power steering fluid reservoir is located toward the rear of the engine compartment on the passenger ’ s side of the vehicle. For the 2.2L L4 ECOTEC (L61) and 2.4L L4 (LD9) engines, it is located toward the front of the engine compartment on the driver ’ s side of the vehicle. See “E[...]

6-30 Windshield W asher Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer ’ s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Ind[...]

6-31 Brakes Brake Fluid Y our brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver ’ s side of the engine compartment. It is filled with DOT - 3 brake fluid. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an accepta[...]

6-32 What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT - 3 brake fluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only . See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir . CAUTION: With the [...]

6-33 Brake W ear Y our vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake pads have built - in wear indicators that make a high - pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly). C[...]

6-34 Brake Pedal T ravel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble. Brake Adjustment Every time you make a moderate brake stop, your disc brakes adjust for wear . If you rarely make a moderate or heavier stop, then your brakes might not[...]

6-35 V ehicle Storage If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative ( - ) cable from the battery . This will help keep your battery from running down. CAUTION: Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. Y ou can be badly hurt if you aren’t car eful. See “Jump Starting” in the [...]

6-36 Headlamps T o replace one of your headlamps, do the following: 1. Remove the six plastic fasteners holding the shield after opening the hood. Use the blade of a screwdriver to pull up the center of the fastener . Be careful not to break the fasteners that hold the shield in place. 2. Remove the bolts that anchor the headlamp assembly . Pull th[...]

6-37 4. Disconnect the bulb base from the socket by lifting the plastic locking tab. 5. Snap a new bulb into the socket. 6. Reinstall the bulb assembly by reversing Steps 1 through 3, making sure the lower leg of the headlamp bracket is properly seated into the wedge - shaped retainer . Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) (Models Without a Spoiler[...]

6-38 T aillamps and Rear T urn Signal Lamps T o replace a bulb, do the following: 1. Remove the fastener which holds down the trunk trim. (On vehicles without a convenience net, pry the fastener loose. On vehicles with a convenience net, remove the net and unscrew the fastener .) Then pull down the trunk trim. 2. Remove the taillamp bulb assembly b[...]

6-39 Back-Up Lamps If you have a four - door sedan, do the following to replace a back - up lamp: 1. Remove the back - up lamp assembly from the fascia. 2. Gently pull the bulb assembly from the fascia. 3. Remove the bulb from the socket by turning it one - quarter turn counterclockwise. 4. Replace the bulb and reinstall the bulb assembly by revers[...]

6-40 Tire s Y our new vehicle comes with high - quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer . If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Pontiac W arranty booklet for details. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tir es are danger ous. Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a r[...]

6-41 Inflation -- Tir e Pressur e The T ire - Loading Information label, which is on the rear edge of the driver ’ s door , shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km). NOTICE: Don’t let anyone tell you th[...]

6-42 Tir e Inspection and Rotation T ires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear , rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See “When It’ s Time for New T ires” and “Wheel Replacement” later in this section for mor[...]

6-43 When It’ s Time for New T ires One way to tell when it’ s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. Y ou need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: Y ou can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. [...]

6-44 Buying New Tir es T o find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the T ire - Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a T ire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’ s sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number . That way your vehi[...]

6-45 Uniform Tir e Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: T readwear 200 T raction AA T emperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway T raffic Safety Administration, which grades ti[...]

6-46 T emperature -- A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’ s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and redu[...]

6-47 Each new wheel should have the same load - carrying capacity , diameter , width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way , you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts[...]

6-48 T ire Chains CAUTION: If your vehicle has P195/65R15 or P205/55R16 size tires, don’t use tir e chains, there’ s not enough clearance. Tir e chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tir e chains could cause you to lose control o[...]

6-49 Appearance Care Remember , cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer ’ s warnin[...]

6-50 Here are some cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Clean up stains as soon as you can -- before they set. Carefully scrape off any excess stain. Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning, clean the en[...]

6-51 Cleaning V inyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. Y ou may have to do it more than once. Things like tar , asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them of f quickly . Use a clean cloth and a vinyl/leather cleaner . See your dealer for this product. Cleaning the T op of the Instrument P[...]

6-52 Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass. See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index. NOTICE: Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may cause scratches. A void placing decals on the insid[...]

6-53 Cleaning the Outside of Y our V ehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty , depth of color , gloss retention and durability . W ashing Y our V ehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’ s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water . Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Use [...]

6-54 Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar , tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage your vehicle’ s finish if they remain on painted surfaces. W ash the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary , use non - abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for[...]

6-55 Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away . Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch - up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets. Larger areas of finish damage can be corre[...]

6-56 GM V ehicle Care/Appearance Materials[...]

6-57 V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver ’ s side. Y ou can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the V ehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certif[...]

6-58 Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty . Some add - on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Y our [...]

6-59 Fuses and Circuit Br eakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and fusible thermal links. This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver - colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. B[...]

6-60 Fuse Usage TURN - B/U T urn Signals, Back - Up Lamps ERLS Cruise Control, Engine Controls BCM/CLU Body Control Module, Instrument Panel Cluster PCM Powertrain Control Module Fuse Usage IGN MDL Ignition Module F/P - INJ Fuel Pump, Fuel Injectors AIR BG Air Bag CRUISE Cruise Control Module/Switch ABS Anti - Lock Brake (Ignition) APO Accessory Po[...]

6-61 Fuse Usage FOG Fog Lamps HORN Horn Blank Not Used Blank Not Used STOP/HZD Stop Lamps, Hazard Lamps Blank Not Used Blank Not Used RR DEFOG Rear W indow Defogger PWR ACC Power Door Locks Blank Not Used Fuse Usage Blank Not Used Blank Not Used O 2 HTR O 2 Sensor Heater HV AC Climate Control System WIPER W indshield W iper BCM Body Control Module [...]

6-62 Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver ’ s side of the vehicle. Lift the cover to check the fuses. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. Fuse Usage IGN Ignition Switch Circuits BA TT 1 Exterior Lamps, Power Outlet, Horn, Audio Amplifier BA TT 2 R[...]

6-63 Replacement Bulbs For any bulb not listed here contact your dealer . Lamps Bulb Number Back - Up Lamps 912 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Center High - Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) Four - Door Model (W ithout Spoiler) 1 141 . . . . . . . . Tw o - Door Model (W ith Spoiler) 912 . . . . . . . . . . . Halogen Headlamps, High/Low [...]

6-64 Engine Specifications 2.2L L4 (LN2) VIN Engine Code 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.2L L4 (L61) VIN Engine Code F . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.4L L4 (LD9) VIN Engine Code T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity If you do your own service work, you’ll need the proper service manual. See “Doing Y our Own Service W [...]

7- 7-1 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Y our vehicle needs these services to retain its safety , dependability and emission control performance. 7 - 2 Introduction 7 - 4 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 - 7 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7 - 21 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled [...]

7-2 Have you pur chased the GM Pr otection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your W arranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Introduction Y our V ehicle and the Envir onment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All [...]

7-3 How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer ’ s service department or another[...]

7-4 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Y our Maintenance Schedule W e at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. Y ou may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather . Y ou[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-5 Short T rip/City Definition Follow the Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 miles (8 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop -[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-6 Long T rip/Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance are true. Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads. Use the Short T rip/City schedule for these conditions.[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-7 The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the life[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-8 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whi[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-9 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-10 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months,[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-1 1 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Replace engine air cleaner filter . An Emission Contr ol Service. Rotate tires. See [...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-12 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months,[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-13 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotatio[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-14 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months,[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-15 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Contr ol Service. Replace engine ai[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-16 66,000 Miles (1 10 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotat[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-17 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary . An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote .) 78,000 Miles (130 000 km)[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-18 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotati[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-19 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 month[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-20 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Inspect spark plug wires (2.2L Code 4 L4 engine only). An Emission Contr ol Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Contr ol Service. Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traf fic w[...]

Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-21 The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the l[...]

Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-22 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rota[...]

Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-23 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rot[...]

Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-24 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rot[...]

Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-25 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traf fic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F (32 C) or higher . – In hilly or mountainous terrain. – When doing frequent trai[...]

Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-26 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper ro[...]

Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-27 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper ro[...]

Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-28 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Replace engine air cleaner filter . An Emission Contr ol Service. Rotate tires. [...]

Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-29 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Inspect spark plug wires (2.2L Code 4 L4 engine only). An Emission Contr ol Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Contr ol Service. Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traf fic[...]

7-30 Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety , dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, ma[...]

7-31 At Least T wice a Y ear Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly . Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any[...]

7-32 At Least Once a Y ear Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all hood latch assemblies, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor , release pawl, hood and body door hinges, rear compartment and any folding seat hardware. Part D tells you what to use. M[...]

7-33 Automatic T ransaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly . If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below . 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. See [...]

7-34 Parking Brake and Automatic T ransaxle P ARK (P) Mechanism Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. Y ou or others could be injured and pr operty could be damaged. Make sure ther e is room in fr ont of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be r eady to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle [...]

7-35 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). Y ou should let your dealer ’ s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sur e any necessary r epairs ar e completed at once. Proper pr[...]

7-36 Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear . Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hose[...]

7-37 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer . USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol of the proper viscosity . T o determine the preferred viscosi[...]

7-38 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Automatic T ransaxle DEXRON - III Automatic T ransmission Fluid. Key Lock Cylinders Multi - Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Manual T ransaxle Shift Linkage Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC - LB. Clutch[...]

7-39 Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should r[...]

7-40 Maintenance Record DA TE ODOMETER READING SER VICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED[...]

8- 8-1 Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Pontiac if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. 8 - 2 Pontiac Cares 8 - 2 What Makes Up Pontiac Cares? 8 - 3 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 - 5 Customer Assistance for T ext T[...]

8-2 Pontiac Cares W ith PONTIAC CARES, you are never more than a phone call away from having your concern taken care of. The PONTIAC CARES philosophy and elements are designed to make you realize that Pontiac recognizes you as a valuable customer , appreciates your purchase decision, and is dedicated to taking care of the most important person ... [...]

8-3 Customer Satisfaction Procedur e Y our satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Pontiac. Normally , any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer ’ s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however , despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings[...]

8-4 W e encourage you to call the toll-free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention. Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative: V ehicle Identification Number (This is available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible [...]

8-5 Customer Assistance for T ext T elephone (TTY) Users T o assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech - impaired and who use T ext T elephones (TTYs), Pontiac has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center . Any TTY user can communicate with Pontiac by dialing: 1 - 800 - 833 - PONT (7668). (TTY users in Canada can di[...]

8-6 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program, available to qualified applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle (hand controls, wheelchair/scooter lifts, etc.). This program can also provide you with free resource information, such as ar[...]

8-7 Pontiac’ s Roadside Assistance toll - free number is staffed by a team of technically trained advisors, who are available 24 hours a day , 365 days a year . W e take anxiety out of uncertain situations by providing minor repair information over the phone or making arrangements to tow your vehicle to the nearest Pontiac dealer . W e will provi[...]

8-8 Pontiac reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in Pontiac’ s judgement, the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence. While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service, it is added security while traveling for you and your family . Remember , we’re only a phone call awa[...]

8-9 If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service, you are ur ged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair . T ransportation Options W arranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However , if you are unable to wait Pontiac helps minimize your inconvenience by providing sever[...]

8-10 Courtesy T ransportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer . Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability . All Courtesy T ransportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel. Canadian V ehicles:[...]

8-1 1 REPOR TING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify T ransport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. Y ou may write to: T ransport Canada 330 Sparks Street T ower C Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N5 REPOR T ING SAFET[...]

8-12 SER VICE PUBLICA TIONS ORDERING INFORMA TION Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body , etc. RET AIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 T ransmission, T ransaxle, T ransfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair ser[...]