1994 PONTIAC GRAND-AM service schedule

Maintenance Schedule
Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance
Services
Following are explanations of the services listed in Schedule I
and Schedule 11.
The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Section D.
Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these. All parts
should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or
anyone else drives the vehicle.
NOTE: To determine your engine’s displacement and code, see
“Engine Identification”
in the Index.
1.
2.
Engine Oil and Filter Change* -- Always use SH or SG
Energy Conserving I1 oils of proper viscosity. The “SH” or
“SG” designation may be shown alone or in combination
with others, such as “SH/CD,” “SH, SG, CD,” “SG/CD,”
etc. To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s
engine (e.g., SAE 5W-30 or SAE 10W-30), see “Engine
Oil”
in the Index.
Chassis Lubrication -- Lubricate suspension and steering
linkage. Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage, underbody
contact points and linkage.
3.
4.
5.
Tire and Wheel Rotation and Inspection -- For proper
wear and maximum tire life, rotate your tires following the
instructions
in this manual. See “Tires, Inspection &
Rotation” in the Index. Check the tires for uneven wear or
damage. If you see irregular or premature wear, check the
wheel alignment, Check for damaged wheels also.
Engine Accessory Drive Belt(s) Inspection -- Inspect the
belt(s) for cracks, fraying, wear and proper tension. Replace
as needed. (Belts can have many small cracks
in individual
ribs without affecting performance.)
Cooling System Service* -- Drain, flush and refill the
system with new or approved recycled coolant conforming
to
GM Specification 1825M. Keep coolant at the proper
mixture as specified. See “Coolant”
in the Index. This
provides proper freeze and boil protection, corrosion
inhibitor level and maintains proper engine operating
temperature.
Inspect hoses and replace if they are cracked, swollen or
deteriorated. Tighten screw-type hose clamps. Clean the
outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser. Wash
the pressure cap and neck.
To help ensure proper operation, we recommend a pressure
test of both the cooling system and the pressure cap.
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Section B: Owner Checks and
Services
Listed below 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, make sure
they are the proper ones, as shown in Section
D.
At Each Fuel Fill (It is important for you or
a service station attendant to perform these
underhood checks at each fuel fill.)
CHECK OR
SERVICE
Engine Oil Level
Engine Coolant
Level
Windshield
Washer Fluid
Level
WHAT TO DO
Check the engine oil level and add the
proper oil
if necessary. See “Engine
Oil”
in the Index for further details.
Check the engine coolant level and add
the proper coolant mix if necessary. See
“Coolant” in the Index for further
details.
Check the windshield washer fluid
level in the windshield washer tank and
add the proper fluid
if necessary. See
“Windshield Washer Fluid” in the
Index for further details.
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CHECK OR
SERVICE
Starter Switch
WHAT TO DO
1. Before you start, be sure’ you have
enough room around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake
(see “Parking Brake” in the Index if
necessary) and the regular brake.
NOTE: Do not use the accelerator
pedal, and be ready to turn off the
engine immediately if it starts.
3. On automatic transaxle vehicles, try
to start the engine in each gear. The
starter should work only
in “F’”
(Park) or “N” (Neutral). If the starter
works
in any other position, your
vehicle needs service.
On manual transaxle vehicles, put
the shift lever in “N” (Neutral), push
the clutch down halfway and
try to
start the engine. The starter should
work only when the clutch is pushed
down all the way to ‘the floor. If the
starter works when the clutch isn’t
pushed all the way down your
vehicle needs service.
CHECK OR
SERVICE
Brake-Transaxle
Shift Interlock
--
BTSI (Automatic
I‘ransaxle)
WHAT TO DO
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
“Parking Brake”
in the Index if
necessary). NOTE: Be ready to
apply the regular brake immediately
if the vehicle begins to move.
3. With the engine off, turn the key to
the “RUN” position, but don’t start the engine. Without applying the
regular brake, try to move the shift
lever out of
“P” (Park) with normal
effort. If the shift lever moves out of
“P’ (Park), your vehicle’s BTSI
needs service.
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CHECK OR SERVICE
Underbody Flushing
WHAT TO DO
At least every spring, use plain water to
flush any corrosive materials from the
underbody. Take care to clean
thoroughly any areas where mud and
other debris can collect.
Section C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections
hted below are inspections and services which should be
Ierformed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and
all). You should let your
GM dealer’s service department or
Ither qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any
lecessary repairs are completed at once.
INSPECTION
OR SERVICE
testraint Systems
Steering,
Suspension and
?ront-Wheel-Drive
4xle Boot and Seal
[nspection
Exhaust System
[nspection
WHAT SHOULD BE DONE
Now and then, make sure all your belts,
buckles, latch plates, retractors,
anchorages and reminder systems are
working properly. Look for any loose
parts or damage. If you see anything that
might keep a restraint system from doing
its job, have it repaired.
Inspect the front and rear suspension and
steering system for damaged, loose or
missing parts, signs of wear, or lack of
lubrication. Inspect the power steering
lines and hoses for proper hookup,
binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.
Clean and then inspect the drive axle
boot seals for damage, tears or leakage.
Replace seals
if necessary.
Inspect the complete exhaust system.
Inspect the body near the exhaust
system.
Look for broken, damaged,
missing or out-of-position parts as well
as open seams, holes, loose connections,
or other conditions which could cause a
heat build-up
in the floor pan or could let
exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust”
in the Index.
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Section D: Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part
number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer.
USAGE
Engine Oil
Engine Coolant
Hydraulic Brake
System
FLUIDlLUBRICANT
API service SH or SG Energy
Conserving I1 oils of the proper
viscosity. The
“SH’ designation may be
shown alone or
in combination with
others, such as “SH/CD,” “SH,SG,CD,”
“SG/CD,” etc. To determine the
preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see “Engine Oil” in the Index.
50/50 mixture of water (preferably
distilled) and good quality ethylene
glycol base antifreeze (GM Part No.
1052753 or equivaleot) conforming to
GM Specification 1825M or approved
recycled coolant conforming to GM
Specification 1825M.
Delco Supreme 11’ Brake Fluid (GM
Part No. 1052535 or equivalent DOT-3
brake fluid).
USAGE
Hydraulic Clutch
System
Power Steering
System
Automatic
Transaxle
Key Lock
Cylinders
Manual Transaxle
Shift Linkage
Automatic
Transaxle Shift
Linkage
FLUIDlLUBRICANT
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part No.
12345347 or equivalent).
GM Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid
(GM Part No. 1052884 or equivalent). Synchromesh Transmission Fluid (GM
Part
No. 12345349 or equivalent).
DEXRON@-111 or DEXRON@-IIE
Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Lubricate with Multi-Purpose
Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12345 120) or
synthetic SAE 5W-30 engine oil.
Chassis lubricant (GM Part No.
1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI Grade
2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Engine oil.
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Section E: Maintenance Record
After the scheduled services are performed, record the date,
odometer reading and who performed the service in the
columns indicated. When completing the Maintenance
Performed column, insert the numbers from the Schedule I or
Schedule
I1 maintenance charts which correspond to the
maintenance performed. Also,
you should retain all
maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a
convenient place to store them.
Maintenance Record
ODOMETER
DATE MAINTENANCE
PERFORMED
SERVICED BY READING
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Maintenance Record
ODOMETER
DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED
SERVICED BY READING
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1994 PONTIAC SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION
The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Service Publications Order Form
in this book and mailing it with your check, money order or credit card information to Helm, lncorporated (address listed below).
CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1994 PONTIAC GRAND AM
PRODUCT SERVICE PUBLICATIONS
Product Service Publications (PSP’s), are bulletins, letters \
and articles
published for trained dealer service personnel. See Service Publica-
tions listed previously in this section.
A cumulative index is published quarterly during the current model
year. The indexes list all PSP’s published by Pontiac in the model year.
PSP Index
Year Form Number Price
1994 PSPI-94-P ........................ . . Free
1993 PSPI-93-P
.......................... Free
1992 PSPI-92-P
.......................... Free
1991 PSPI-91-P
............................... Free
PSP Bound Bulletin Book (Complete Year Bulletins)
Year Description Form Number Price
1992 All PSP’S .................... S-92-PSP-4 15.00
1991 All PSP’S .................... S-91-PSP-4 15.00
For subscription information call Helm, lncorporated.
SERVICE MANUALS
Service Manuals have the diagnosis, repair and overhaul information
on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steer-
ing, body, etc.
Model Form Number Price
1994 Pontiac Grand Am
............. S-9410-N TBA*
NOTE: Please specify special body or engine types on order form.
Write information in the Form Number column. For example: Turbo,
Convertible.
*Price to be announced at a later date. Call 1-800-782-4356 for further information.
OWNER’S INFORMATION
Owner publications are written directly for owners and intended
to pro-
vide basic operational information about the vehicle. The Owner’s
Manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for all models.
1994 Pontiac Grand Am Owner’s Manual
In Portfolio: lncludes
Porffolio, Owner‘s Manual and Warranty Booklet.
1994 Pontiac Grand Am In-Portfolio
........ .10260946 $15.00
Without Portfolio: Includes Owner’s Manual.
1994 Pontiac Grand Am Without Portfolio
... .lo260961 $10.00
CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS
Service Publications are available for current and past model Pontiac
vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model
name
of vehicle.
Address all inquiries to: HELM, INCORPORATED
PO. Box 07130 ~~ ~
Detroit, MI 48207
For
information and inquiriescall: 1-800-782-4356
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