1993 PONTIAC GRAND-PRIX washer fluid

Windshield Washer
To spray washer fluid on the windshield.
push the switch marked
@.
If you have the standard wipers, the
wipers will keep going in
LO until you
turn the wiper control to
OFF.
If you have the Low Speed Delay
option, the wipers will clear the window
and then either stop or return to your
preset speed.
A Driving without washer
fluid can
be dangerous. A
~ k mud splash can block your
vision. You could hit another
~ vehicle or go off the road. Check
your washer fluid level often.
In freezing weather, don't use
your washer until the windshield
is warmed. Otherwise the washer
fluid can form ice on the
windshield, blocking your vision.
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1 When using concentrated washer
fluid, follow the manufacturer's
instructions for adding water.
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INST ECON: Press to display your
fuel economy at the time you press the
button. The display will be updated
every five seconds until you turn it off.
Press again to turn off the display.
SYSTEMS CHECK: Press to display
the systems monitor
(STE Model only).
If your model does not have the systems
monitor, it will display the sewice
reminder sequence.
If it has the systems
monitor, press again to display the
service reminder sequence.
Systems Monitor: This checks to be
sure the following systems in your
vehicle are in proper working order:
Front lights
Rear lights
Side lights
Doors
Hood
Washer fluid
Trunk
Fuel tank
Anti-lock brakes (if equipped)
The systems monitor briefly displays
messages as it checks these systems. If
it finds a problem, the systems monitor
will display a continuous
or flashing
message about the problem. If all
systems are satisfactory, the service
reminder sequence will begin.
If you pull a trailer, the extra trailer
lamp bulbs will not allow the systems
monitor to properly detect a burned-out
bulb. When the trailer lights are
disconnected, the systems monitor will
again monitor the bulbs.
Service Reminder Sequence: This
shows the distance remaining to the
next recommended:
Oil change (OIL)
Oil filter change (OIL FILT)
Air filter change (AIR FILT)
Tire rotation (ROT TIRE)
Tune up (TUNE UP)
Press SYSTEMS CHECK each time
you want to see the next item in the
sequence.
When you have any of these services
performed, be sure to reset the service
reminder.
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Your Driving and the Road
Drkjng a Long Distance
Although most long trips today are
made on freeways, there are still many
made
on regular highways.
Long-distance driving on freeways and
reguIar highways is the same in some
ways. The trip has to be planned and
the vehicle prepared, you drive at
higher-than-city speeds, and there are
longer turns behind the wheel. You’ll
enjoy your trip more if you and your
vehicle are in good shape. Here are
some tips for a successful long trip.
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
Make sure you’re ready. Try to be well
rested. If you must start when you’re
not fresh-such as after a day’s work-
don’t plan to make too many miles that
first part of the journey. Wear
comfortable clothing and shoes you can
easily drive in.
Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If
you keep it serviced and maintained, it’s
ready to go. If it needs service, have it
done before starting out. Of course,
you’ll find experienced and able service
experts in Pontiac dealerships all across
North America. They’ll be ready and
willing to help
if you need it. Here
are some things you can check
before a trip:
Windshield Washer Fluid Is the
reservoir full? Are all windows clean
inside and outside?
shape?
Have you checked all levels?
lenses clean? safe, trouble-free trip.
Is the tread
good enough for long-distance
driving? Are the tires all inflated to
the recommended pressure?
weather outlook along your route?
Should
you delay your trip a short
time to avoid a major storm system?
Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps?
Wiper Blades: Are they in good
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids:
Lights: Are they all working? Are the
Tires: They are vitally important to a
Weather Forecasts: What’s the
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Torque Lock
If you are parking on a hill and you
don’t shift your transaxle into P (Park)
properly, the weight of the vehicle may
put too much force on the parking pawl
in the transaxle.
You may find it
difficult to pull the shift lever out of
P (Park). This is called “torque lock.”
To prevent torque lock, always be sure
to shift into
P (Park) properly before
you leave the driver’s seat. To find out
how, see the
lndex under Shifting Into
P (Park).
When you are ready to drive, move the
shift lever out
of P (Park) before you
release the parking brake.
If torque lock does occur, you may need
to have another vehicle push yours
a
little uphill to take some of the pressure
from the transaxle,
so you can pull the
shift lever out
of P (Park).
Winter Driving
Here are some tips for winter driving:
Have your Pontiac in good shape for
winter. Be sure your engine coolant
mix is correct.
Snow tires can help in loose snow,
but they may give
you less traction on
ice than regular tires. If you do not
expect to be driving in deep snow, but
may have to travel over ice,
you may
not want to switch to snow tires at all.
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You may want to put winter
emergency supplies
in your trunk.
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 help provide traction. Be sure you
properly secure these items in your
vehicle.
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Part 6
Here you will find information
about the care
of your Pontiac . This
part 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 section devoted
to its
appearance care
.
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Service & Appearance Care
Service ........................................................................\
...................................... 212
Fuel ........................................................................\
............................................ 213
Hood Release ........................................................................\
............................ 216
Engine Oil
........................................................................\
................................ 220
Air Cleaner ........................................................................\
............................... 224
Transaxle
Fluid ........................................................................\
........................ 225
Engine Coolant ........................................................................\
........................ 230
Power Steering Fluid ........................................................................\
............... 233
Windshield Washer
Fluid ........................................................................\
........ 233
Brakes
.......... .......................... ........................................................................\
... 234
Battery
........................................................................\
........................ .... .......... 236
Bulb Replacement ........................................................................\
.................... 236
Loading
Your Vehicle ........................................................................\
.............. 252
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............................................................. 268
Capacities
& Specifications ........................................................................\
..... 276
Replacement
Bulbs ................................................................... .......- ............... 280
Windshield Wiper
Blade Replacement ............................................................ 252
Tires ........................................................................\
.......................................... 254
Appearance Care ........................................................................\
...................... 261
Add-on Electrical Equipment ........................................................................\
. 269
Fuses & Circuit Breakers ........................................................................\
........ 270
Fluids
& Lubricants ........................................................................\
................. 278
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ....................................................... 284
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Then go to the front of the vehicle and
release the secondary
hood release.
Lift the hood.
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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.
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CAUTION
fire. These include liquids like
gasoline, oil, coolant, brake fluid,
windshield washer and other
fluids,
and plastic or rubber. You or others
could be burned. Be
careful not to
drop or spill things that will burn
onto a hot engine.
Before closing the hood,
be sure all the
filler caps are on properly. Then
just
pull the hood down and close it firmly.
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Things that burn can get on I
hot engine parts and start a
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Service & Appearance Care
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W6118
3.IL V6 Engine (CODE T)
When you open the hood, you’ll see:
1. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
2. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick
3. Brake Fluid Reservoir
4. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir
5. Battery
6. Air Cleaner
7. Engine Oil Fill Cap
8. Engine Oil Dipstick
9. Radiator Pressure Cap
10. Engine Coolant Reservoir
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Twin Dual Cam (DOHC) 3.4L V6
hgne (CODE x)
When you open the hood, you’ll see:
1. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
2. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick
3. Brake Fluid Reservoir
4. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir
5. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir
6. Battery
7. Air Cleaner
8. Engine Oil Fill Cap
9. Engine Oil Dipstick
IO. Radiator Pressure Cap
11. Engine Coolant Reservoir
(if equipped)
(if equipped)
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