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Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from
short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit
breakers.
The main fuse panel is located to the left of the steering
wheel, under the instrument panel. that
explains the features and controls governed by each
fuse and relay.
Headlamp Wiring
The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in
the lamp switch. An electrical overload will
cause the
lamps to
go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. If
Snap off the cover to reveal the fuses. You’ll find
a fuse this happens,
have your headlamp system checked right
puller clipped to the inside of the cover. Place the wide away.
end of the fuse puller over the plastic end of the fuse.
Squeeze the ends over the fuse and pull it out.
Spare fuses
are located in the slots labeled “Spare” on
the chart on the next page.
Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the
band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you
replace a bad fuse with a new one of the correct size.
When finished, replace the cover and pinch the release
levers again
to unlock the panel. Press it back up into
place.
Maxifusemelay Center
To check the fuses in this underhood fuse center, turn
the two knobs 1/4 turn counterclockwise and loosen the
metal wing nut on the passenger side of the cover. Then
remove the cover. The inside of the cover has a chart
Windshield Wipers
The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit
breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy
snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor cools.
If
the overload is caused by some electrical problem, have
it fixed.
Power Windows and Other Power Options
Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power
windows and other power accessories. When the current
load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes,
protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed.
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Left Side Fuse Panel: Located to the left of the steering
wheel, the panel
is under the instrument panel. Position Circuitry
1 Circuit Breaker-Power
2 Not Used
3 Power Seats-Circuit Brakes
4 Not Used
5 Not Used
1A Crank Signal-Air Bag-VATS
2A Spare
3A Not Used
4A Interior Lamps
5A Ignition (Run), Automatic A/C
6A Courtesy Lamps, Power Mirrors
7A Not Used
8A Not Used
9A Cigarette Light.er
1B Turn Signal, Back-up Lamps,
Windows, Sunroof
Control, Base Cluster
Cornering
Lamps,
Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock
2B Spare
3B Not Used
4B Not Used
5B Anti-Lock Brake System,
Ride
Control
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Capacities and Specifications for Engine Code K (L36) and Code 1 (L67)
Automatic Transaxle AT 4T60E (Overdrive)
When draining or replacing torque convertec more fluid may be needed.
Pan Removal and Replacement .............................. 6 1/2 quarts 6.00 L
After Complete Overhaul ..................................... 11 quarts 10.50 L
Coolingsystem .............................................. 13 quarts 12.00 L
Air Conditioning Refrigerant (R134a) ........................... See refrigerant charge label under hood.
...............................
4.75 L
Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the
proper refrigerant is used.
If you’re not sure, ask your Pontiac dealel: For additional information see your “Warranty and
Owner Assistance Information
” booklet.
Enginecrankcase ........................................... 5 quarts
Fuel Tank ................. 18 gallons
Power Steering
Oil change with filter change.
Pump Only ..... ................. 1 pint 0.50 L
Complete System ........................................... 1 11’2 pints 0.75 L
68.00 L
Tire Pressures, Sizes .......................................... See Tire-Loading Information label on
Wheel Nut Torque ... 100 lb-ft
driver’s
door. ,.. ... (140 Nam)
NOTE: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level, as recommended in this manual.
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Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the
parking brake.
To check the parking brake: With the engine running
and transaxle in
NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot
pressure from the regular brake pedal.
Do this until
the vehicle is held by the parking brake only.
To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability:
Shift to PARK
(P). Then release all brakes.
Underbody Flushing
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.
Part C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections
Listed below are inspections and services which should
be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each
spring
and fall). You should let your GM dealer’s
service department or other qualified service center do
these
jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are
completed at once.
Restraint Systems
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.
Steering, Suspension and Front-Wheel-
Drive
Axle Boot and Seal Inspection
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.
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Section 9 Index
Accessory Power 0uL1et ......................... 2-48
Adding Automatic Transaxle Fluid
... ........... 6-21
Brake Fluid
................................. 6-28
Electrical Equipment
............... 2- 16. 3- 18. 6-48
Engine Coolant
.............................. 6-23
Engine Oil
................................ 6- 13
Power Steering Fluid
. . ......... 6-25
Supercharger
Oil ............................. 6- 19
Windshield Washer Fluid ................. 2-33. 6-26
AdjLlstahle Support Seat ........................... 1-2
AirBag ....................................... 1-16
How Does it Restrain ......................... 1-20
How
it Works ............................... 1 - I8
Location ................................... 1 - 18
Servicing ................................... 1-21
What
Makes it Intlate ......................... 1-1 9
What Will You See After it Intlates .............. 1-20
When Should
it lnflatc ........................ I - IC)
Air Bag Readiness Light .................... 1 - 17. 2-52
AirCleane
r .................................... 6-16
Air Conditioning ............................ 3-2, 3-5
Air Inflator System
.............................. 5-2 I
Alarm, Theft Deterrent System ..................... 2-9
Alignn~ent and
Balance, Tires ..................... 6-38
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning ...................... 6-45
Sound Equipment
..... ........... 3-18
Antenna.
Fixed Mast ............................ 3-20
Antenna. Power Mast Care ....................... 3-20
Anti-Lock
..................................... 4-6
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ......... 2-54. 4-6
Anti-Lock Brakes
............................... 4-6
Anti-Theft Feature. THEFTLOCK
TM ............... 3-14
Antiireeze
..................................... 6-22
Adding
.................................. 6-23
Checking
................ ..... .... 6-23
Appearance Care
............................... 6-40
Appearance Care and Materials
.................... 6-47
Armrest. Storage ............................... 2-45
Ashtrays ...................................... 2-47
Audio System
. Steering Wheel Touch Controls ....... 3-17
Audio Systems
.................................. 3-7
Automatic Overdrive Position
..................... 2-20
Automatic Rearview Mirror
..................... 2-41
Automatic Transaxle
......... ............ 2-18
Automatic Overdrive Position ..... ....... 2-20
Drive Position ...............................
2-21
First Gear Position ........................... 2-21
Neutral Position ........................... 2-20
Park Position
...... .............. 2-19
Reverse Position
............................. 2-19
Second Gear Position
......................... 2-21
Shifting
.................................... 2-18
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Safety Chains ... ..................... 4-33
Safety Defects
Reporting to General Motors
.................... 8-5
Reporting to the Canadian Government ............ 8-5
Reporting to the United States Government ......... 8-4
Seat. Power
.................................... 1-2
Adjustable Support ............................ 1-2
Reclining Front
............................... 1-3
... Safety Warnings and Symbols ....................... 111
Scheduled Maintenance Services .................... 7-3
Seats
.......................................... 1-1
ManualFront ................................ 1-1
Securing a Child Restraint ..................... 1-33
Seats and Restraint Systems ........................ 1 - 1
Seats and Seat Controls ........................... 1 - 1
SecondGear ................................... 2-21
Security Messages
.............................. 2-67
Security System (PASS-Key 11)
.................... 2- IO
Service and Appearance Care ...................... 6-1
Service Engine Soon Light
....................... 2-57
Service Manuals. Ordering
........................ 8-7
Service
........................................ 6-1
Service and Owner Publications
.................... 8-7
Service Bulletins. Ordering
........................ 8-7
Service Parts Identification Label
.................. 6-48
Service Publications
.............................. 8-7
Service Work. Doing Your Own
.................... 6-2
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac
........... 1-21
Sheet Metal Damage
............................ 6-45
Shift Lever. Console
............................. 2-25
Shift Lever. Steering Column
..................... 2-24
Shifting Into
Park (P) ............................ 2-24
Shifting Out of Park (P)
.......................... 2-27
Shifting. Automatic Transaxle
..................... 2- 18
Shifting. Performance ....... . * * . . 2-22
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster .... ... 1-11
Signaling Turns ............ ... 2-31
Sound Equipment, Adding
........................ 3-18
Spare Tire, Compact
............................. 5-32
Speedometer
................................... 2-50
Stains, Cleaning .......... ............... 6-41
Standard Climate Control
.......................... 3-2
Starter Switch
.................................. 7-38
Starting Your Engine
............................ 2-15
Steam, If Coming From Your Engine
............... 5-12
Steering
....................................... 4-9
Steering Column Lock
........................... 7-39
Steering Column Shift Lever
...................... 2-24
Steering Wheel, Tilt
............................. 2-30
Steering, In Emergencies ......................... 4-10
Steering, Power
................................. 4-9
Steering, Tips
................................... 4-9
Steering, Variable Effort
........................... 4-9
Storage Armrest
................................ 2-45
Storage, Rear Compartment
....................... 2-46
Storage, Sunglasses
............................. 2-44
Sunglasses Storage
.............................. 2-44
Sunroof, Express Open
.......................... 2-45
Supercharged Engine
............................ 6-11
Skidding
...................................... 4-13
Steering Wheel Touch Controls, Audio System
....... 3-17
Storage, Of Your Vehicle
......................... 6-30
Sunvisors
.................................... 2-44
SuperchargerOil
............................... 6-18
Checking ................................... 6-19
What Kind
to Use ............................ 6-19
WhenToAdd ............................... 6-19
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Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) ............. 1 . 16
Symbols. Vehicle .................................. v
Tachometer .................................. 2-5 I
Taillamp. Bulb Replacement ...................... 6-3 1
Tamper Resistant Odometer ....................... 2-50
Tape Player Care
............................... 3 . 19
Theft
.......................................... 2-8
Theft Deterrent. Universal ......................... 2-9
Theftlock Feature
............................... 3- 14
Thermostat
.................................... 6-24
Tilt Steering Wheel
............................. 2-30
Time. Setting
................................... 3-7
Tire Chains
.................................... 6-39
Tire Inspection and Rotation
...................... 6-35
TireLoading
................................... 4-28
Tires ......................................... 6-33
Alignment and Balance
........................ 6-38
BuyingNew
................................ 6-36
Changing a Flat
.............................. 5-22
Inflation .................................... 6-34
Inspection and Rotation
....................... 6-35
Spare. Compact
.............................. 5-32
Temperature
................................ 6-38
Traction
.................................... 6-37
Treadwear
.................................. 6-37
Uniform Quality Grading
...................... 6-37
Wear Indicators
.............................. 6-36
Wheel Replacement
.......................... 6-38
TopStrap
..................................... 1-32 TorqueLock
.......................... ...... 2-26
Torque. Wheel Nut
......................... 5.30. 6.55
Towing
a Trailer ................................ 4-30
Towing Your Vehicle
............................. 5-6
From the Front .......................... 5.9. 5.10
From the Rear
............................... 5-11
Traction Control System
.......................... 4-7
Traction
Off Warning Light .......... ..... 4-8
Trailer Towing
................................. 4-30
Brakes
..................................... 4-33
Driving
on Grades ............................ 4-35
Driving with
a Trailer ......................... 4-34
Hitches
..................................... 4-33
Maintenance ................................ 4-36
Parking on Hills ............................. 4-36
Safety Chains
............................... 4-33
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires
............. 4-32
Turnsignals
................................ 4-35
Weight
of a Trailer ........................... 4-31
Transaxle
Fluid. Automatic ....................... 6-20
Transmitters. Matching to Your Vehicle .............. 2-6
Trip Odometer
................................. 2-50
Trunk Ajar Message
............................. 2-67
TrullkLock
.................................... 2-12
Trunk Release. Remote
.......................... 2-12
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator
............. 2-31
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
................... 2-30
Turn Signals When Towing
a Trailer ................ 4-35
Trailer
Tongue Weight
........................... 4-32
Twilight Sentinel
............................... 2-39
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Underbody Maintenance ...
Underhood Lamp ..........
Universal Theft Deterrent ...
. . 6-46
. . 6-10
... 2-9
Variable Effort Steering
.......................... 4-9
Vehicle Damage Warnings
.......................... iv
Vehicle Identification Number ..................... 6-48
Vehicle Loading
................................ 4-28
Vehicle Storage
................................ 6-30
Vehicle Symbols
................................... v
Vehicle. Leaving Your ............................ 2-5
Ventilation Tips
................................. 3-6
Vision. Night
.................................. 4- 15
Visor Vanity Mirrors ............................ 2-44
Visors. Sun .................................... 2-44
Vehicle
Control
................................. 4-4
Voltmeter
........ ........................ 2-65 warning
Devices
.................. ........... 5-2
Warning Flashers. Hazard
5-1 . .........................
Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators ............... 2-51
Washer Fluid Message
........................... 2-67
Washing Your Vehicle
........................... 6-44
Water. Driving Through Deep Standing
............. 2-17
Wheel Nut Torque ......................... 5-30. 6-55
Wheel Replacement
............................. 6-38
Wheel Replacement. Used
........................ 6-39
Windows. Power
............................... 2-29
Windshield Washer Fluid
.................... 2-33. 6-26
Windshield Washers
............................. 2-33
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
.............. 6-32
Windshield Wiper. Circuit Breaker
................. 6-49
Windshield Wipers
.............................. 2-32
Winter Driving
................................. 4-24
Wiring. Headlamp .............................. 6-49
Wrecker
Towing ............... .,, ................. 5-6
Weatherstrips .................................. 6-43
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