Pontiac 1999 Firebird Uživatelský manuál

yellowblue iThe 1999 Pontiac Firebird Owner’s Manual1-1 Seats and Restraint SystemsThis section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts p

yellowblue 1-46-Way Power Seat with Lumbar/LateralControl (AQ9) (If Equipped)This switch is designed to imitate the movements of your seat cushion

yellowblue 2-44Turn Signal/Multifunction LeverThe lever on the left side of the steering columnincludes your:Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator

yellowblue 2-45As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows don’tflash but just stay on as you signal a turn or lane change,a signal bulb

yellowblue 2-46Windshield WasherThere is a paddle with the word PUSH on it at the top ofthe turn signal/multifunction lever. To spray washerfluid

yellowblue 2-47CAUTION:Cruise control can be dangerous where youcan’t drive safely at a steady speed. So,don’t use your cruise control on windingr

yellowblue 2-48Resuming a Set SpeedSuppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed andthen apply the brake or clutch pedal. This, of course

yellowblue 2-49Ending Out of Cruise ControlThere are several ways to turn off the cruise control:Step lightly on the brake pedal or push the clutc

yellowblue 2-50Headlamp DoorsThe headlamp doors are designed to open when you turnthe headlamps on and close when you turn theheadlamps off. The h

yellowblue 2-51For Canadian vehicles, when it’s dark enough outside,your front turn signal lamps will go out and yourheadlamps will come on. The o

yellowblue 2-52Interior LampsInstrument Panel Brightness ControlThe thumbwheel controls the brightness of yourinstrument panel lights. Move the th

yellowblue 2-53Delayed IlluminationWith delayed illumination, the courtesy lamps will comeon and stay on for 25 seconds after you close the doorsw

yellowblue 1-5Fully Articulating Sport Seat (If Equipped)If your vehicle has these seats, the driver’s seat has thefour-way manual seat adjuster.

yellowblue 2-54MirrorsInside Day/Night Rearview MirrorAn inside rearview mirror is attached to your windshield.The mirror has pivots so that you c

yellowblue 2-55Convex Outside MirrorYour passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convexmirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from thedriver’

yellowblue 2-56Cargo CoverUsing the Cargo CoverThe cargo cover can be closed for hidden storage in therear area of your vehicle. It can also help

yellowblue 2-57When carrying large or heavy items, it is a good idea toopen the panel and place the items in the rear area.CAUTION:An improperly s

yellowblue 2-58To use the lighter, push it in all the way and let go.When it’s ready, it will pop back by itself.NOTICE:Don’t hold a cigarette lig

yellowblue 2-59NOTICE:When using the accessory plug:The maximum load of any electricalequipment should not exceed 3 amps.Be sure to turn off any e

yellowblue 2-601. The door key unlocks the panels. The lock is overthe front door window. Turn the keycounterclockwise to unlock the panel.2. Then

yellowblue 2-61Storing the Twin Lift-Off Roof PanelsCAUTION:If the T-top panel is not stored properly, it couldbe thrown about the vehicle in a cr

yellowblue 2-622. Push the handle closed to secure the panel in the slot.To lock each panel in the storage area, use your door key.Installing the

yellowblue 2-631. When installing the panels to the roof, keep theoutboard edge of the panel raised about three inches(8 cm) above the roof while

yellowblue 1-6Reclining Front SeatbacksTo adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer side ofthe seat. Release the lever to lock the seatback

yellowblue 2-64NOTICE:Do not attempt to install the panels by slidingthem horizontally toward the center roof rail.Doing so may cause the weathers

yellowblue 2-653. Open the latch and close the T-top. Check to see ifthere are any gaps showing. Unlatch the T-top andadjust the sunshade as requi

yellowblue 2-66You can store the sunshades two different ways:When the T-tops are in use, store the sunshades intheir storage area in the rear of

yellowblue 2-67NOTICE:It is not recommended that you raise or lower thetop while the vehicle is moving.NOTICE:Don’t lower the top if it is damp or

yellowblue 2-68NOTICE:Before lowering the convertible top into thestorage area, be sure there are no objects in theway of the folded, stored top.

yellowblue 2-69Installing the Boot CoverAfter lowering the convertible top, you may want toinstall the boot cover. The three-piece boot cover isst

yellowblue 2-70Removing Your Boot Cover1. Open the hatch. Remove the middle piece of thecover by pushing in on the latch and lifting up on the cov

yellowblue 2-713. Store each piece of the cover in its separatecompartment per graphic printed inside of the storagebag. Store the bag in the hatc

yellowblue 2-723. Pull down on the center opening and align the hookswith the holes. Push forward on the larger part of thelatch until it clicks.

yellowblue 2-73Open the hatch and find the tab along the left side trimpanel. Lift up the tab and turn the valve counterclockwiseto release the hy

yellowblue 1-7But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle isin motion ca

yellowblue 2-74The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System

yellowblue 2-75A. Fog Lamp SwitchB. Main Lamp ControlC. Air VentsD. Instrument Panel ClusterE. HornF. Audio SystemG. Glove BoxH. Comfort ControlsI

yellowblue 2-76Instrument Panel Cluster5.7L V8 engine shown, 3800 V6 engine similarYour instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance

yellowblue 2-77Speedometer and OdometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in both milesper hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Yourod

yellowblue 2-78Warning Lights, Gages andIndicatorsThis part describes the warning lights and gages thatmay be on your vehicle. The pictures will h

yellowblue 2-79Air Bag Readiness LightThere is an air bag readiness light on the instrumentpanel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks theair ba

yellowblue 2-80Brake System Warning LightYour vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided intotwo parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part

yellowblue 2-81Anti-Lock Brake System Warning LightWith the anti-lock brakesystem, this light will comeon when you start yourengine and it will st

yellowblue 2-82Low Traction LightWhen your anti-lock systemis adjusting brake pressureto help avoid a braking skid,this light will come on.If you

yellowblue 2-83Low Coolant Light (5.7L V8 Engine)This warning light shouldcome on briefly while youare starting your engine. If the light doesn’t

yellowblue 1-8Front Seatback LatchesThe front seatbacks foldforward to let people getinto the back seat. To fold a seatback forward, lift thelatch

yellowblue 2-84This system is called OBD II (On-BoardDiagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended toassure that emissions are at acceptable leve

yellowblue 2-85This light should come on, as a check to show you it isworking, when the ignition is on and the engine is notrunning. If the light

yellowblue 2-86Are you low on fuel?As your engine starts to run out of fuel, your engine maynot run as efficiently as designed since small amounts

yellowblue 2-87CAUTION:Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that itcatches fire. You or others

yellowblue 2-88Oil Change LightThis OIL CHANGE lightshould come on briefly as abulb check when you startthe engine. If the OILCHANGE light doesn’t

yellowblue 2-89Check Gages LightThis warning light willcome on briefly when youare starting the engine.If the light comes on and stays on while yo

yellowblue 2-90When the indicator nears E (empty), you still have alittle fuel left, but you should get more soon.Here are four things that some o

3-yellowblue 3-1Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio SystemsIn this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems

yellowblue 3-2Comfort ControlsWith this system you can control the heating, airconditioning and ventilation in your vehicle.Your vehicle also has

yellowblue 3-3BI-LEVEL: Air is directed through the upper airvents and the heater ducts.VENT: Air flows through the upper air vents.HEATER: This s

yellowblue 1-9Safety Belts: They’re for EveryoneThis part of the manual tells you how to use safety beltsproperly. It also tells you some things y

yellowblue 3-4VentilationFor mild outside temperatures when little heating orcooling is needed, you can still direct outside air throughyour vehic

yellowblue 3-5NOTICE:Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharpon the inside of the rear window. If you do, youcould cut or damage the warmin

yellowblue 3-6Audio SystemsYour Delco Electronics audio system has been designedto operate easily and give years of listening pleasure.You will ge

yellowblue 3-7Playing the RadioPOWER-VOL: Push this knob to turn the system onand off. To increase volume, turn the knob clockwise.Turn it counter

yellowblue 3-8While the tape is playing, use the VOL, FADE and BALcontrols just as you do for the radio. The display willshow an arrow to show whi

yellowblue 3-9REV (5): Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly.Press it again to return to playing speed. The radio willplay the last select

yellowblue 3-10AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Playerand Equalizer (If Equipped)If your vehicle is equipped with the AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc

yellowblue 3-114. Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons untilSET appears on the display. Whenever you press thatnumbered button, the stat

yellowblue 3-12RDM (3): Press this button to hear the tracks in random,rather than sequential, order. The display will showRDM. Press RDM again to

yellowblue 3-13You must first load the magazine with discs before youcan play a compact disc. Each of the 12 trays holds onedisc. Press the button

yellowblue 1-10You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have acrash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one.A few crashes are mild, and s

yellowblue 3-14All of the CD functions are controlled by the radiobuttons except for ejecting the magazine. Whenever aCD magazine with discs is lo

yellowblue 3-15Playing a Compact DiscIf your vehicle is equipped with the Monsoon AM-FMStereo with Cassette Tape Player and Equalizer, thefollowin

yellowblue 3-16PREV (1): Press this button to go back to the start ofthe current track if more than eight seconds have played.Press PREV again to

yellowblue 3-17Theft-Deterrent FeatureTHEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of yourradio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radi

yellowblue 3-18Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After aPower LossEnter your secret code as follows; pause no more than15 seconds between step

yellowblue 3-19Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certainradio and compact disc function

yellowblue 3-20Understanding Radio ReceptionAMThe range for most AM stations is greater than for FM,especially at night. The longer range, however

yellowblue 3-21Care of Your Cassette Tape PlayerA tape player that is not cleaned regularly can causereduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a

yellowblue 3-22You may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-typecleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to cleanthe tape head. This ty

yellowblue 3-23Power Antenna Mast CareYour power antenna will look its best and work well if it’s cleaned from time to time. To clean the antenna

yellowblue 1-11Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoesn’t stop.

yellowblue 3-24✍NOTES

4-yellowblue 4-1Section 4 Your Driving and the RoadHere you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather c

yellowblue 4-2Defensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively.Please start with a very important safety devic

yellowblue 4-3Drunken DrivingDeath and injury associated with drinking and driving isa national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the hi

yellowblue 4-4It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, ifthe same person drank three double martinis (3 ouncesor 90 ml of liquor each)

yellowblue 4-5The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcoholin one drink. No amount of coffee or number of coldshowers will speed that

yellowblue 4-6Control of a VehicleYou have three systems that make your vehicle go whereyou want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering andth

yellowblue 4-7Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive inspurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace

yellowblue 4-8Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet.You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out infront of you.You slam on

yellowblue 4-9Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you needto get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decreasestopping distance. If y

yellowblue 1-12The person keeps going until stopped by something.In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ...or the instrument panel ...

yellowblue 4-10If your vehicle is in cruise control when the tractioncontrol system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruisecontrol will automatical

yellowblue 4-11Braking in EmergenciesWith anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the sametime. In many emergencies, steering can help you morethan

yellowblue 4-12Steering in EmergenciesThere are times when steering can be more effective thanbraking. For example, you come over a hill and find

yellowblue 4-13Off-Road RecoveryYou may find that your right wheels have dropped off theedge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving.If t

yellowblue 4-14Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to passwhile you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing,following too closely reduc

yellowblue 4-15Loss of ControlLet’s review what driving experts say about whathappens when the three control systems (brakes, steeringand accelera

yellowblue 4-16Driving at NightNight driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired-- by al

yellowblue 4-17Night VisionNo one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But aswe get older these differences increase. A 50-year-olddriver m

yellowblue 4-18Driving in Rain and on Wet RoadsRain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wetroad, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as we

yellowblue 4-19Driving too fast through large water puddles or evengoing through some car washes can cause problems, too.The water may affect your

yellowblue 1-13or the safety belts!With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does.You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance,and

yellowblue 4-20HydroplaningHydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build upunder your tires that they can actually ride on the water.This can

yellowblue 4-21City DrivingOne of the biggest problems with city streets is theamount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out forwhat the oth

yellowblue 4-22Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways,expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safestof al

yellowblue 4-23The exit speed is usually posted.Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, notto your sense of motion. After driving for any

yellowblue 4-24Highway HypnosisIs there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”?Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call ithi

yellowblue 4-25If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’replanning to visit there, here are some tips that can makeyour trips safer and

yellowblue 4-26Know how to go uphill. You may want to shift downto a lower gear. The lower gears help cool your engineand transmission, and you ca

yellowblue 4-27Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supplyof windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outerclothing, a small shove

yellowblue 4-28What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very coldsnow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wetice can be even more trou

yellowblue 4-29If You’re Caught in a BlizzardIf you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in aserious situation. You should probably stay with y

yellowblue iiGENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem,PONTIAC, the PONTIAC Emblem and the name FIREBIRD are registered trademarks of General Motors Corpo

yellowblue 1-14Q: If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far fromhome, why should I wear safety belts?A: You may be an excellent driver, but if y

yellowblue 4-30CAUTION:Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle.This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gasto get inside. CO could overco

yellowblue 4-31Loading Your VehicleTwo labels on your vehicle show how much weight itmay properly carry. The Tire-Loading Information labelfound o

yellowblue 4-32If you put things inside your vehicle -- like suitcases,tools, packages or anything else -- they will go as fast asthe vehicle goes

yellowblue 4-33Towing a TrailerCAUTION:If you don’t use the correct equipment and driveproperly, you can lose control when you pull atrailer. For

yellowblue 4-34If You Do Decide To Pull A TrailerIf you do, here are some important points:There are many different laws, including speed limitres

yellowblue 4-35You can ask your dealer for our trailering information oradvice, or you can write us at:Pontiac Division Customer Assistance Center

yellowblue 4-36Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s TiresBe sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upperlimit for cold tires. You’ll find these n

yellowblue 4-37Driving with a TrailerTowing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience.Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to

yellowblue 4-38Making TurnsNOTICE:Making very sharp turns while trailering couldcause the trailer to come in contact with thevehicle. Your vehicle

yellowblue 4-39Parking on HillsCAUTION:You really should not park your vehicle, with atrailer attached, on a hill. If something goeswrong, your ri

yellowblue 1-15Driver PositionThis part describes the driver’s restraint system.Lap-Shoulder BeltThe driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to

yellowblue 4-40Maintenance When Trailer TowingYour vehicle will need service more often when you’repulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule

5-yellowblue 5-1Section 5 Problems on the RoadHere you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road.5-2 Hazard Warning Flashe

yellowblue 5-2Hazard Warning FlashersYour hazard warning flashers let you warn others. Theyalso let police know you have a problem. Your front and

yellowblue 5-3Other Warning DevicesIf you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up atthe side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your

yellowblue 5-42. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cablescan reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touchingeach other. If they are, it

yellowblue 5-5CAUTION:Using a match near a battery can cause batterygas to explode. People have been hurt doing this,and some have been blinded. U

yellowblue 5-66. Connect the red positive (+) cable to thepositive (+) terminal ofthe vehicle with the deadbattery. Use a remotepositive (+) termi

yellowblue 5-79. Attach the cable at least18 inches (45 cm) awayfrom the dead battery,but not near engine partsthat move. The electricalconnection

yellowblue 5-8Towing Your VehicleCAUTION:To help avoid serious personal injury to you or others:Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that isbein

yellowblue 5-9Engine OverheatingYou will find a coolant temperature gage on yourvehicle’s instrument panel. You may also find a LOW COOLANT warnin

yellowblue 1-16If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt thelatch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle the belt.Pull up on the l

yellowblue 5-10If Steam Is Coming From Your EngineCAUTION:Steam from an overheated engine can burn youbadly, even if you just open the hood. Stay

yellowblue 5-11NOTICE:If your engine catches fire because you keepdriving with no coolant, your vehicle can bebadly damaged. The costly repairs wo

yellowblue 5-12Cooling SystemWhen you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s whatyou’ll see:A. Electric Engine Cooling FansB. Radiator Pressure

yellowblue 5-13When it is cool, remove the coolant recovery tank capand look at the dipstick. The coolant level should be atthe FULL COLD mark. If

yellowblue 5-14NOTICE:Engine damage from running your enginewithout coolant isn’t covered by your warranty.See “Overheated Engine Protection Opera

yellowblue 5-15How to Add Coolant to the CoolantRecovery TankIf you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant levelisn’t at the FULL COLD mark

yellowblue 5-16CAUTION:You can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycoland it will burn if the engine p

yellowblue 5-17CAUTION:Steam and scalding liquids from a hot coolingsystem can blow out and burn you badly. Theyare under pressure, and if you tur

yellowblue 5-18How to Add Coolant to the Radiator (3800 V6 Engine)NOTICE:Your engine has a specific radiator fill procedure.Failure to follow this

yellowblue 5-192. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now pushdown as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap.CAUTION:You can be burned if you sp

yellowblue 1-17The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this appliesforce to the str

yellowblue 5-204. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOLcoolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck.(See “Engine Coolant” in the Index

yellowblue 5-217. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel theupper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for theengine cooling fans.8. B

yellowblue 5-22How to Add Coolant to the Radiator (V8 Engine Only)1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when thecooling system, including th

yellowblue 5-233. Fill with the proper DEX-COOL coolant mixture.4. Continue to fill the radiator up to the base of thefiller neck.5. Rinse or wip

yellowblue 5-248. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the proper level.If a Tire Goes FlatIt’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re dr

yellowblue 5-25Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damageby driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard

yellowblue 5-26On convertible models, you must also remove the trunkaccess panel. It’s at the upper back of the trunk. Turn thetwo wing fasteners

yellowblue 5-27Remove the wing nut and adapter and pull out the spare. The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) and wheelwrench (B).

yellowblue 5-28The jack has a bolt at the end. Attach the wheel wrenchto the jack bolt.Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the lift head a li

yellowblue 5-292. Position the jack under the vehicle. There is a notchin the vehicle’s rocker flange on the coupe model.Raise the jack head until

yellowblue 1-18Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearlyas much protection this way.CAUTION:You can be ser

yellowblue 5-30Stay away from moldings or fender flanges to avoiddamaging them.3. Put the compact tire near you.CAUTION:Getting under a vehicle wh

yellowblue 5-314. Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrenchclockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off theground so there is enough room for t

yellowblue 5-32CAUTION:Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If youdo, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel couldfall off, causing a serious

yellowblue 5-339. Tighten the wheel nutsfirmly in a criss-crosssequence as shown.CAUTION:Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightenedwheel nuts ca

yellowblue 5-34NOTICE:Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead tobrake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoidexpensive brake repairs, evenly tighten

yellowblue 5-35Replace the jack, wheel wrench and flat tire using thestorage instructions. When you replace the trim panel,be sure to tuck it unde

yellowblue 5-36Compact Spare TireAlthough the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.Check

yellowblue 5-37If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or SnowIn order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you willneed to spin the wheels, but you

yellowblue 5-38✍NOTES

6-yellowblue 6-1Section 6 Service and Appearance CareHere you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with servi

yellowblue 1-19Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt isbuckled in

yellowblue 6-2ServiceYour dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you tobe happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer forall your service ne

yellowblue 6-3CAUTION:You can be injured and your vehicle could bedamaged if you try to do service work on avehicle without knowing enough about i

yellowblue 6-4It is recommended that the gasoline meet specificationswhich have been developed by the AmericanAutomobile Manufacturers Association

yellowblue 6-5To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United Statesare now required to contain additives that will helpprevent deposits from

yellowblue 6-6Filling Your TankThe cap is behind a hinged door on the driver’s side ofyour vehicle.CAUTION:Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It

yellowblue 6-7CAUTION:If you get gasoline on yourself and thensomething ignites it, you could be badly burned.Gasoline can spray out on you if you

yellowblue 6-8Filling a Portable Fuel ContainerCAUTION:Never fill a portable fuel container while it is inyour vehicle. Static electricity dischar

yellowblue 6-9Hood ReleaseTo open the hood, first pullthe handle located inside thevehicle below theinstrument panel on thedriver’s side.Then go t

yellowblue 6-10When you open the hood of the 3800 V6 engine you’ll see:A. Engine Coolant ReservoirB. BatteryC. Radiator CapD. Engine Oil Fill CapE

yellowblue 6-11When you open the hood of the 5.7L V8 engine you’ll see:A. Engine Coolant ReservoirB. BatteryC. Engine Oil DipstickD. Engine Oil Fi

yellowblue 1-20Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It shouldbe worn over the shoulder at all times.CAUTION:You c

yellowblue 6-12Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on.Then pull the hood down and close it firmly.Engine OilIf the LOW OIL li

yellowblue 6-13Checking Engine OilPull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel orcloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again

yellowblue 6-14NOTICE:Don’t add too much oil. If your engine has somuch oil that the oil level gets above thecross-hatched area that shows the pro

yellowblue 6-155.7L V8 EngineAs shown in the chart, if you have the 5.7L V8 engine,SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you canuse SAE 10W

yellowblue 6-163800 V6 EngineAs shown in the chart, if you have the 3800 V6 engine,SAE 10W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you canuse SAE 5W

yellowblue 6-17Engine Oil AdditivesDon’t add anything to your oil. Your dealer is ready toadvise if you think something should be added.When to Ch

yellowblue 6-18Engine Air Cleaner/FilterRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when toreplace the air filter.See “Scheduled Maintenance Se

yellowblue 6-19Air Filter ReplacementTo remove the air filter:1. Unlatch the two clamps located on the front of the filter.2. Lift the cover and r

yellowblue 6-204. Close the cover without overlap (the clamp will notlatch with overlap) and latch the clamps.Automatic Transmission FluidWhen to

yellowblue 6-21How to CheckBecause this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department

yellowblue 1-21Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted across the body.CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. Ina crash,

yellowblue 6-22Checking the Fluid LevelPark your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running.With the parking brake applied, place the shift

yellowblue 6-231. The red transmission dipstick is located near theback of the engine. Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe

yellowblue 6-243. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lowerlevel. The fluid level must be in the COLD area,below the cross-hatched area

yellowblue 6-25How to CheckBecause this operation can be difficult, you may choose to have this done at your Pontiac dealershipService Department.

yellowblue 6-26How to Add FluidHere’s how to add fluid. Refer to the MaintenanceSchedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See“Recommended F

yellowblue 6-27Rear AxleWhen to Check and Change LubricantRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine howoften to check the lubricant and when

yellowblue 6-28Engine CoolantThe cooling system in your vehicle is filled withDEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designedto remain in your

yellowblue 6-29CAUTION:Adding only plain water to your cooling systemcan be dangerous. Plain water, or some otherliquid like alcohol, can boil bef

yellowblue 6-30Checking CoolantThe vehicle must be on a level surface. When yourengine is cold, check the dipstick on the cap of thecoolant recove

yellowblue 6-31CAUTION:Turning the radiator pressure cap when theengine and radiator are hot can allow steam andscalding liquids to blow out and b

yellowblue 1-22To 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 t

yellowblue 6-32How to Check Power Steering FluidWhen the engine compartment is cool, wipe the cap andthe top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew

yellowblue 6-33Adding Washer FluidOpen the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY. Addwasher fluid until the tank is full.NOTICE:When using concentrated wa

yellowblue 6-34BrakesBrake FluidYour brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver’sside of the engine compartment. It is filled with DOT-3brak

yellowblue 6-35When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brakewarning light will come on. See “Brake System WarningLight” in the Index.Chec

yellowblue 6-36NOTICE:Using the wrong fluid can badly damagebrake system parts. For example, just a fewdrops of mineral-based oil, such as engineo

yellowblue 6-37See “Brake System Inspection” in Section 7 of thismanual under Part C “Periodic MaintenanceInspections.”Brake Pedal TravelSee your

yellowblue 6-38Vehicle StorageIf you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days ormore, remove the black, negative (-) cable from thebattery.

yellowblue 6-39HeadlampsBefore replacing a headlamp bulb that does not light,check to make sure that the wiring connector is securelyfastened to i

yellowblue 6-403. Remove the headlamp plate that holds the bulb to thehousing by removing the two screws on top of thebulb with a Torx screwdrive

yellowblue 6-41Front Parking and Turn Signal1. Using a screwdriver, remove the screws from theaccess panel under the vehicle. Move the accesspanel

yellowblue 1-23The best way to protect the fetus is to protect themother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s morelikely that the fetus won’

yellowblue 6-42Rear LampsTo change any rear bulb, you have to remove the entire housing.1. Remove the trim panel from inside of the hatch forthe s

yellowblue 6-43Rear SidemarkerReplacing a rear sidemarker bulb:1. Remove the screw from the sidemarker assembly.2. To pull out the bulb housing, t

yellowblue 6-44Windshield Wiper Blade ReplacementWindshield wiper blades should be inspected at leasttwice a year for wear or cracking. See “Wiper

yellowblue 6-45Wiper Blade Element ReplacementTo replace the wiper blade element, follow these steps:1. Locate the heel end of the wiper blade ass

yellowblue 6-46TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made bya leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questionsabout your tire w

yellowblue 6-47Inflation -- Tire PressureThe Tire-Loading Information label, which is on therear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correctinfla

yellowblue 6-48When to CheckCheck your tires once a month or more.Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa).How to Ch

yellowblue 6-49If you have P245/50ZR16 Goodyear Eagle GS-C tiresor P275/40ZR17 Goodyear Eagle F1-GS tires, theymust roll in a certain direction fo

yellowblue 6-50When It’s Time for New TiresOne way to tell when it’stime for new tires is tocheck the treadwearindicators, which willappear when y

yellowblue 6-51CAUTION:Mixing tires could cause you to lose control whiledriving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types(radial and bias-bel

yellowblue iiiHow to Use this ManualMany people read their owner’s manual from beginningto end when they first receive their new vehicle. If youdo

yellowblue 1-24CAUTION: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 wou

yellowblue 6-52TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating based onthe wear rate of the tire when tested under controlledconditions on a

yellowblue 6-53Wheel Alignment and Tire BalanceThe wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balancedcarefully at the factory to give you the longes

yellowblue 6-54Used Replacement WheelsCAUTION:Putting a used wheel on your vehicle isdangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used orhow far it’s b

yellowblue 6-55Appearance CareRemember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Someare toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike amatch or get

yellowblue 6-56Here are some cleaning tips:Always read the instructions on the cleaner label.Clean up stains as soon as you can -- before they set

yellowblue 6-57Cleaning VinylUse warm water and a clean cloth.Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. Youmay have to do it more than once.Thi

yellowblue 6-58Cleaning Glass SurfacesGlass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or aliquid household glass cleaner will remove normaltobacco

yellowblue 6-59Cleaning the Outside of Your VehicleThe paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depthof color, gloss retention and durability

yellowblue 6-60Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and othersalts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, birddroppings, chemicals

yellowblue 6-61Cleaning Aluminum orChrome-Plated Wheels (If Equipped)Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth withmild soap and water. Rins

yellowblue 1-25How the Air Bag System WorksWhere are the air bags?The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel.The right front pass

yellowblue 6-62Finish DamageAny stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finishshould be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrodequickl

yellowblue 6-63GM Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsPART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE994954 23 in. x 25 in. Polishing Cloth – Wax Treated Exterior

yellowblue 6-64Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the i

yellowblue 6-65Electrical SystemAdd-On Electrical EquipmentNOTICE:Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicleunless you check with your dealer f

yellowblue 6-66There are three fuse centers on your vehicle. One (mainfuse block) is located behind a cover in the left side ofyour instrument pan

yellowblue 6-67Main Fuse BlockFuse UsageSTOP/HAZARD Hazard Flashers, Brake SwitchAssemblyTURN B/U Traction Control Switch, Back/UpLamp Switch, Tur

yellowblue 6-68Fuse UsageCIG/ACCY Cigarette Lighter, Data LinkConnector (DLC), AuxiliaryAccessory WireDEFOG/SEATS Rear Defogger Switch/Timer, Rear

yellowblue 6-69Underhood Electrical CenterFuse and Relay Center 1Fuse UsageABS BAT SOL Anti-Lock Brake SystemTCS BAT Traction Control SystemCOOL F

yellowblue 6-70Fuse and Relay Center 2Fuse UsageINJ Fuel Injectors (Not used for V6)(LH injectors for V8 IgnitionModule)INJ Fuel Injectors (All fo

yellowblue 6-71Fuse UsageI/P-1 HVAC Blower Control and RelayIGN Ignition Switch, Relay and StarterEnable RelayI/P-2 Instrument Panel Fuse CenterRe

yellowblue 1-26CAUTION:If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the bag might not inflate properly or itmight force the object into that

yellowblue 6-72Cooling System3800 V6With Manual Transmission 11.6 quarts (11.0 L). . . . With Automatic Transmission 11.4 quarts (10.8 L). . . 5.7

yellowblue 6-73Normal Maintenance Replacement PartsAir Cleaner Filter A1163C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Battery 75-60. . . . . . .

yellowblue 6-74✍NOTES

7-yellowblue 7-1Section 7 Maintenance ScheduleThis section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to

yellowblue 7-2Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plansupplements your new vehicle warranties. See yourWarranty and Owner Assistance bo

yellowblue 7-3How This Section is OrganizedThis maintenance schedule is divided into five parts:“Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows wha

yellowblue 7-4Part A: Scheduled MaintenanceServicesUsing Your Maintenance ScheduleWe at General Motors want to help you keep your vehiclein good w

yellowblue Scheduled Maintenance7-5The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles(166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles(166

Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-67,500 Miles (12 500 km)Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See “Engine

yellowblue Scheduled Maintenance7-7– When doing frequent trailer towing.– Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.If you do not use

yellowblue 1-27How does an air bag restrain?In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions,even belted occupants can contact the steerin

Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-830,000 Miles (50 000 km)Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See “Engin

yellowblue Scheduled Maintenance7-937,500 Miles (62 500 km)Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See “Engin

Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-1045,000 Miles (75 000 km) (Continued)– When doing frequent trailer towing.– Uses such as found in taxi, police

yellowblue Scheduled Maintenance7-1160,000 Miles (100 000 km)Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See “Eng

Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-1260,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued)Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect f

yellowblue Scheduled Maintenance7-13Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these cond

Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-1490,000 Miles (150 000 km)Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See “Eng

yellowblue Scheduled Maintenance7-1597,500 Miles (162 500 km)Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See “Eng

Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-16150,000 Miles (240 000 km)Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service,whiche

yellowblue 7-17Part B: Owner Checks and ServicesListed in this part are owner checks and services whichshould be performed at the intervals specif

yellowblue 1-28Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records informationabout the air bag system. The module

yellowblue 7-18Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings,and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag systemdoes not need regular m

yellowblue 7-19Starter Switch CheckCAUTION:When you are doing this check, the vehicle couldmove suddenly. If it does, you or others could beinjure

yellowblue 7-20Ignition Transmission Lock CheckWhile parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turnthe ignition key to LOCK in each shift lev

yellowblue 7-21Part C: Periodic MaintenanceInspectionsListed in this part are inspections and services whichshould be performed at least twice a y

yellowblue 7-22Throttle System Inspection (Except 3800 Series V6 Engine)Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding,and for damaged or

yellowblue 7-23Part D: Recommended Fluids and LubricantsNOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,part number or specification may be o

yellowblue 7-24USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANTFloor ShiftLinkageLubriplate Lubricant Aerosol(GM Part No. 12346293 orequivalent) or lubricant meetingrequire

yellowblue 7-25Part E: Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the servi

yellowblue 7-26Maintenance RecordDATEODOMETERREADINGSERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

8-yellowblue 8-1Section 8 Customer Assistance InformationHere you will find out how to contact Pontiac if you need assistance. This section also t

yellowblue 1-29Rear Seat PassengersIt’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up!Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the

yellowblue 8-2Pontiac CaresWith PONTIAC CARES, you are never more than a phone call away from having your concern taken care of.The PONTIAC CARES

yellowblue 8-3What Makes Up Pontiac Cares?A 3 year/36,000 mile (60 000 km) Bumper toBumper WarrantyCustomer AssistanceRoadside AssistanceCourtesy

yellowblue 8-4Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to yourdealer and to Pontiac. Normally, any concerns with thesales transaction or the o

yellowblue 8-5The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court programadministered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus tosettle automotive dispu

yellowblue 8-6CanadaGeneral Motors of Canada LimitedCustomer Communication Centre, 163-0051908 Colonel Sam DriveOshawa, Ontario L1H 8P71-800-263-3

yellowblue 8-7GM Mobility Program for Personswith DisabilitiesThis program, available toqualified applicants, canreimburse you up to $1,000toward

yellowblue 8-8Pontiac Roadside Assistance ProgramSecurity While You Travel1-800-ROADSIDE (1-800-762-3743)As the proud owner of a new Pontiac vehic

yellowblue 8-9We have quick, easy access to telephone numbers of thefollowing additional services depending on your needs:HotelsGlass replacementT

yellowblue 8-10Courtesy TransportationPontiac has always exemplified quality and value in itsoffering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership

yellowblue 8-11Courtesy Rental VehicleWhen your vehicle is unavailable due to overnightwarranty repairs, your dealer may arrange to provide youwit

yellowblue 1-30If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt thelatch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it.Pull up on the latch p

yellowblue 8-12REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTSTO THE UNITED STATESGOVERNMENTIf you believe that your vehicle has a defect which couldcause a crash or cou

yellowblue 8-13REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTSTO GENERAL MOTORSIn addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada)in a situation like this, we certainly

yellowblue 8-14CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1999 PONTIACSERVICE MANUALSService Manuals have the diagnosis and repair informationon engines, transmissi

yellowblue 8-15PUBLICATION FORMNUMBEROrders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt. Please allow adequate time for postalservice. If further inf

yellowblue 8-16✍NOTES

9-yellowblue 9-1Section 9 IndexAccessory Plug 2-58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Air Bag 1-23. . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-2BrakeAdjustment 6-37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fluid 6-34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-3Cleaner, Air 6-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CleaningAluminum Wheels 6-61. . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-4DoorKeys 2-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last Closed Locking 2-5. . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-5Features and Controls 2-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fifth Gear, Manual Transmission 2-33, 2-34. . . . .

yellowblue 1-31The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this appliesforce to the str

yellowblue 9-6Hitches, Trailer 4-36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HoodChecking Things Under 6-8. . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-7Check Gages 2-89. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hatch Ajar 2-89. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-8Neutral, Automatic Transmission 2-30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Neutral, Manual Transmission 2-33, 2-34. . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-9Radiator 5-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Radiator Pressure Cap 6-27. . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-10Safety Belts (Continued)Smaller Children and Babies 1-32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Use During Pregnancy 1-22. . . . .

yellowblue 9-11Storage Compartments 2-55. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cassette/Compact Disc 2-55. . . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-12Trailer (Continued)Towing 4-33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Turn Signals 4-38. . . . .

yellowblue 1-32To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.ChildrenEveryone in a vehicle needs protection! That includesinfants and al

yellowblue 1-33CAUTION:Smaller children and babies should always berestrained in a child or infant restraint. Theinstructions for the restraint wi

yellowblue ivVehicle Damage WarningsAlso, in this book you will find these notices:NOTICE:These mean there is something that coulddamage your vehi

yellowblue 1-34CAUTION:Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in avehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until acrash. During a crash a baby w

yellowblue 1-35Child RestraintsEvery time infants and young children ride in vehicles,they should have protection provided by appropriate restrain

yellowblue 1-36A rear-facing infant restraint (B) positions an infantto face the rear of the vehicle. Rear-facing infantrestraints are designed fo

yellowblue 1-37A forward-facing child restraint (C-E) positions achild upright to face forward in the vehicle. Theseforward-facing restraints are

yellowblue 1-38A booster seat (F, G) is designed for children whoare about 40 to 60 lbs., or even up to 80 lbs. (18 to27 kg, or even up to 36 kg),

yellowblue 1-39When choosing a child restraint, be sure the childrestraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, itwill have a label sayi

yellowblue 1-40Top StrapIf your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored.Vehicles First Sold in the United States:Was your vehicle f

yellowblue 1-41Vehicles First Sold in Canada:If your vehicle was first sold in Canada, the label on therear edge of the driver’s door will say tha

yellowblue 1-42Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat PositionYou’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap i

yellowblue 1-433. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesafety belt quickly if you ever h

yellowblue vFor example,these symbolsare used on anoriginal battery:CAUTIONPOSSIBLEINJURYPROTECTEYES BYSHIELDINGCAUSTICBATTERYACID COULDCAUSEBURNS

yellowblue 1-44Securing a Child Restraint in the RightFront Seat PositionYour vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Neverput a rear-facing

yellowblue 1-45Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed.If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face orneck, put it behind the

yellowblue 1-465. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt whileyou push down on the child restraint. You may find ithelpful to use your

yellowblue 1-47Larger ChildrenChildren who have outgrown child restraints shouldwear the vehicle’s safety belts.Accident statistics show that chil

yellowblue 1-48CAUTION:Never do this.Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces.In a crash, the

yellowblue 1-49Q: What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt,but the child is so small that the shoulder belt isvery close to the child’s face

yellowblue 1-50Safety Belt ExtenderIf the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, youshould use it.But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to

2-yellowblue 2-1Section 2 Features and ControlsHere you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information o

yellowblue 2-2KeysCAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. A child orothers could be badly injure

yellowblue 2-3This key is for the ignition only.This key is for the doorsand all other locks.When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes t

yellowblue vi✍NOTES

yellowblue 2-4Door LocksCAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.Passengers -- especially children -- can easilyopen the doors and fall out. When a

yellowblue 2-5Power Door Locks (If Equipped)Press the power door lockswitch located on thedriver’s door to lock orunlock both doors at once.Operat

yellowblue 2-6Lockout Prevention (If Equipped)To protect you from locking your keys in the vehicle,this feature stops the power door locks from lo

yellowblue 2-7This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cau

yellowblue 2-8OperationThe driver’s door will unlock automatically whenUNLOCK is pressed. If UNLOCK is pressed againwithin five seconds, the passe

yellowblue 2-9Matching Transmitter(s) To Your VehicleEach remote keyless entry transmitter is coded toprevent another transmitter from unlocking y

yellowblue 2-10Battery ReplacementUnder normal use, the battery in your remote keylessentry transmitter should last about two years.You can tell t

yellowblue 2-11ResynchronizationResynchronization may be necessary due to the securitymethod used by the remote keyless entry system. Thetransmitt

yellowblue 2-12Hatch ReleaseYour door key opens the hatch from the outside. If yourvehicle has the Content Theft-Deterrent System and thesystem is

yellowblue 2-13Key in the IgnitionIf you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s aneasy target for joy riders or professional thieves -- sod

1-yellowblue 1-1Section 1 Seats and Restraint SystemsHere you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts

yellowblue 2-14If the alarm is sounding due to the shock sensor or adoor or hatch opening, it can be turned off by eitherturning the ignition with

yellowblue 2-15To adjust, remove the label covering the adjustmentknob and adjust as desired. Turn the knob clockwise toincrease sensitivity and c

yellowblue 2-16Passive ArmingIf the ignition was just turned off and a door wasopened, the system will arm six seconds after both doorsare closed,

yellowblue 2-17The ignition key must be clean and dry before it’sinserted in the ignition or the engine may not start. If theengine does not start

yellowblue 2-18Feature Customization (If Equipped)Your vehicle’s locks and lighting systems can beprogrammed with several different features. Thef

yellowblue 2-19Exit Lighting and Delayed IlluminationWith Exit Lighting, your interior lamps will come on for up to 25 seconds when the key is rem

yellowblue 2-20Remote Keyless Entry VerificationYour vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 5. To change the factory setting, do the followin

yellowblue 2-21Mode 3: Horn and Lamps/Lamps (If you use the remotekeyless entry transmitter to arm the system, yourparking lamps will flash and yo

yellowblue 2-22Mode 2: Eight-Second Delay and Shock SensorDisabled (The alarm will sound eight seconds after thedriver’s door is opened with your

yellowblue 2-23Ignition PositionsCAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. A child orothers could

yellowblue 1-2Seats and Seat ControlsThis section tells you about the seats -- how to adjustthem and also about reclining front seatbacks, seatbac

yellowblue 2-24START (E): Starts the engine. When the engine starts,release the key. The ignition will return to RUN fornormal driving.Even if the

yellowblue 2-25Starting Your EngineAutomatic TransmissionMove your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).Your engine won’t start in any other pos

yellowblue 2-263. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops),it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Trypushing your accelera

yellowblue 2-27When starting your engine in very cold weather (below0 F or -18 C), do this:1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn theig

yellowblue 2-28Engine Coolant Heater (Canada Only)In very cold weather, 0 F (-18 C) or colder, the enginecoolant heater can help. You’ll get easie

yellowblue 2-294. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and storethe cord as it was before to keep it away from movingengine parts. If you

yellowblue 2-30Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI). You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shiftfrom PARK (P) when the i

yellowblue 2-31AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing,and you’re:Going less than about 3

yellowblue 2-32NOTICE:If your rear wheels can’t rotate, don’t try todrive. This might happen if you were stuck invery deep sand or mud or were up

yellowblue 2-33THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5): Shift intoTHIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5) the same wayyou do for SECOND (2). Slowly let up

yellowblue 1-34-Way Manual SeatThere are two levers at the front of the seat. The leftlever adjusts the seat forward and rearward. The rightlever

yellowblue 2-34THIRD (3), FOURTH (4), FIFTH (5) and SIXTH (6): Shift into THIRD (3), FOURTH (4), FIFTH (5) and SIXTH (6) gear the same way you do

yellowblue 2-35If your speed drops below 20 mph (32 km/h), or if theengine is not running smoothly, you should downshift tothe next lower gear. Yo

yellowblue 2-36Parking BrakeTo set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down andpull up on the parking brake lever. If the ignition is on,the b

yellowblue 2-37NOTICE:Driving with the parking brake on can causeyour parking brakes to overheat. You may haveto replace them, and you could also

yellowblue 2-382. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) by holding in thebutton on the lever and pushing the lever all the waytoward the front of you

yellowblue 2-39Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission)If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift yourtransmission into PARK (P) properly, the w

yellowblue 2-40If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure onthe shift lever -- push the shift lever all the way intoPARK (P) and release t

yellowblue 2-41Engine ExhaustCAUTION:Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gascarbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see orsmell. It can cause u

yellowblue 2-42CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle ifthe shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with theparking brake firmly set.

yellowblue 2-43You can open the passenger’s window any amount bypressing the switch and releasing it when the windowhas lowered to the position yo