
Here you can learn about the
many standard and optional
features on your Pontiac. and information on starting. shifting and
braking
. Also explained are the
instrument panel and the warning
systems that tetl you if everything is
working properly-and what to
do if
you have a problem .
Features & Controls
Keys ........................................................................\
........................................... 44
Locks ........................................................................\
......................................... 45
Remote Lock Control ........................................................................\
................ 46
Glove Box ........................................................................\
................................... 50
Ignition ........................................................................\
....................................... 52
Starting Your Engine ........................................................................\
................. 54
Engine Block Heater ........................................................................\
.................. 56
Shifting the Transaxle ........................................................................\
................ 57
Second-Gear Start ........................................................................\
..................... 61
Parking Brake ........................................................................\
............................. 64
Shifting into Park ........................................................................\
....................... 65
Windows ........................................................................\
..................................... 70
Turn Signal/Headlight Beam Lever .................................................................. 70
Cruise Control ........................................................................\
............................ 72
Windshield Wipers ........................................................................\
..................... 76
Windshield Washer ........................................................................\
.................... 77
Headlights ........................................................................\
.................................. 78
Interior Lights ........................................................................\
............................ 81
Mirrors ........................................................................\
........................................ 83
Storage Compartments ........................................................................\
.............. 85
Ashtrays and Lighter ........................................................................\
................. 87
Sunroof ........................................................................\
....................................... 90
Instrument Panel ........................................................................\
....................... 92
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators .............................................................. 95
Driver Information Center ........................................................................\
...... 105
Head-Up Display ........................................................................\
..................... 110
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Features & Controls
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Sunroof (OPTION)
Your sunroof provides an airy, spacious
feel
to your vehicle’s interior and can
also increase ventilation. It includes a
sliding glass panel and a sliding
sunshade. The control switch will work
only when the ignition is
on.
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To Open the Sunroof:
Press the rear of the switch to open the
glass panel and sunshade. Let
go of the
switch to stop the panel in any position.
To Close the Sunroof:
Press the front of the switch to close the
glass panel. The sunshade can only be
closed by hand.
The sunroof glass panel cannot
be
opened or closed if your Pontiac has an
electrical failure.
To Open the Sunroof Rear Vent:
Press the front of the switch when the
sunroof
is closed. Open the sunshade by
hand.
To Close the Sunroof Rear Vent:
Press the rear of the switch.
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Service & Appearance Care
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Component Center
Fuse Rating Circuitry
(AMP.)
1 Defogger Timer Relay
2 Air Conditioner Blower Relay (HI)
3 Air Conditioner Blower Relay (LO)
4 Rear Defogger and HVAC Circuit Breaker
5 Power Accessories Circuit Breaker
6 Power Windows and Sunroof Circuit Breaker
7 Headlight Circuit Breaker
8 Not Used
9 Chime Module
10 Hazard Flasher
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Signaling Turns ......................... 71. 141
Signs. Road
...................................... 138
Skidding ........................................... 156
Snowstorm.
If You’re
Caught in a
.................................... 173
Sound Equipment. Adding .............. 120
Sound Systems (see
Audio Systems)
Spare Tire. Compact ................ 207. 336
Spark Plugs
....................................... 284
Specifications and Capacities
......... 276
Speed Control (see
Cruise Control)
Speedometer ...................................... 96
Stains. Removing
.............................. 263
Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle
...................... 54
Manual Transaxle
............................ 54
Second-Gear Start
........................... 61
is Dead (see Jump Starting)
In Emergencies .............................. 153
Off-Road Recovery
........................ 154
Tips
................................................. 152
Steering Wheel Controls
.................. 131
Steering Wheel. Tilt ............................ 69
Starting Your Vehicle
if the
Battery
Steering Stereo Sound
Systems
(see
Audio Systems)
Storage
Armrest
............................................. 85
Convenience Net
.............................. 50
Front Seat Console .......................... 85
Glove
Box ......................................... 50
Other Storage Areas ........................ 87
Rear Seat Console
............................ 86
Storing Your Vehicle ....................... 236
Stuck. If
You Are .............................. 208
Sunroof ............................................... 90
Sun Visors
........................................... 84
Systems Check
................................... 106
Systems Check (STE)
....................... 107
T achometer ...................................... 97
Taillights
.............................. 78, 250, 281
Tape Player (see
Audio Systems)
Technical Facts & Specifications
Bulbs
.............................................. 280
Electrical Equipment,
Add-on
............................... 120, 269
Engine Specifications
..................... 283
Fluid Capacities
& Types ............. 276
Fuses
& Circuit Breakers ............. 270 Replacement
Parts
......................... 284
Service Parts Identification
Label
........................................... 269
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
.......................................... 268
Temperature Warning Light
.............. 98
Theft
.................................................... 48
Thermostat
........................................ 232
Tilt Steering Wheel
............................. 69
Time. Setting the
.............................. 120
Tires
................................................. 254
Buying New
................................... 257
Chains
................................... 207. 260
Flat. Changing
............................... 200
Inflation
.......................................... 255
Inspection and Rotation
................ 256
Loading
.......................................... 254
Pressure
......................................... 255
Quality Grading
............................ 258
Spare. Compact
............................. 207
Wear Indicators
............................. 257
Wheel Alignment and Tire
Balance
....................................... 259
Wheel Replacement
...................... 259
When to Replace Wheels
............... 259
Winter Driving. and Tires
............. 171
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