1995 PONTIAC FIREBIRD fuel cap

Inflation - Tire Pressure
The Tire-Loading Information label which is on the
driver’s door shows the correct inflation pressures for
your tires, when they’re cold. “Cold” means your
vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than a mile.
If you’ll be driving at speeds higher than 100 mph (160 km/h)
where it is legal, raise the “cold” inflation pressure of\
each
tire to 35 psi (240 k Pa). When you end this very high speed
driving, reduce the “cold” inflation pressures to those
listed
on the tire loading information label.
Don’t let anyone tell you that underinnation or
overinflation
is all right. It’s not. If’ your tires don’t
have enough
air (underinflation) you can get:
Too much flexing
Too much heat
Tire overloading
Bad wear
0 Bad handling
Bad fuel economy.
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NOTICE: (Continued)
If your tires have too much air (overinflation),
you can get:
Unusual wear
Bad handling
Rough ride
0 Needless damage from road hazards.
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When to Check
Check your tires once a month or more.
Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at
60 psi (420 kPa).
How to Check
Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire
pressure. Simply looking at the tires will not tell you the
pressure, especially if you have radial tires
-- which
may look properly inflated even
if they’re underinflated.
If your tires have valve caps, be sure to put them back
on. They help prevent leaks by keeping ou,t dirt and
moisture.
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Capacities and Specifications
Engine
Type
VIN Engine Code S and K .............. 7 16 -
VIN Engine Code P .................... V8
Fuel Delivery .................. Fuel Injection
Valve Arrangement .................. In-Head
VIN Engine Code S .......... 207 CID (3.4L)
VIN Engine Code K ......... 231 CID (3.8L)
VIN Engine Cade P .......... 350 CID (5.7L)
Piston Displacement
Compression Ratio
VIN Engine Code S and K ............ 9.0: 1
VIN Engine Code P ................. 10.5: 1
VIN Engine Code P ......... 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Firing Order
VIN Engine Code S and K ...... 1-2-3-4-5-6
Wheel Nuts
Wheel Nut Torque ......... 100 lb. ft. (140 N*m)
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Capacities (Approximate)
The following approximate capacities are given in U.S.
and metric conversions.
Air Conditioning? See the refrigerant information label
under the hood.
Automatic Transmission
Drain and Refill .................. 10 pt. (4.7 L)*
VIN Engine Code S and K ....... 17.6 pt. (8.3 L)*
VIN Engine Code P ............ 21.6 pt. (10.2 L)*
VIN
Engine Code S
Overhaul
Cooling System
With Manual Transmission . . , . . 12.5 qt. (11.8 L)
With Automatic Transmission ... 12.3 qt. (11.6 L)
VIN Engine Code K
With Manual Transmission ..... 12.5 qt. (1 1.8 L)
With Automatic Transmission ... 12.3 qt. (11.6 L)
With Manual Transmission ..... 15.3 qt. (14.5 L)
With Automatic Transmission ... 15.1 qt. (14.3 L)
VIN Engine Code P
Crankcase
Without Filter Change ........... 4.0 qt. 1 (3.8 L)**
With Filter Change ............. 5.0 qt. (4.7 L)**
Fuel Tank ...................... 15,5 gal. (58.7 L)
Manual Transmission
Five-Speed
.................... 5.9 pt. (2.8 L)*
Six-Speed ..................... 8.0 pt. (3.8 L)*
Rear Axle Lubricant ................. 3.5 pt. (1.7L)
? 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 dealer.
* Recheck fluid level after filling. See “Automatic
Transmission Fluid” or “Manual Transmission Fluid”
in the Index.
** Recheck the oil level after filling. See “Engine Oil” in
the Index.
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Vehicle Dimensions
Wheelbase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101.1 in. (2 566 mm)
Front Tread . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.7 in. (1542 mm)
Rear Tread . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . 60.7 in. (1540 mm)
Length
Firebird / Formula . . . . . . . . . . . 195.6 in. (4 968 mm)
Trans Am . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197 in. (5005 mm)
Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74.5 in. (1893 mm)
Height
Firebird / Formula . , . . . . . . . . . . . 52 in. (1321 mm)
Trans Am. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51.7 in. (1312 mm)
Height Convertible
Formula . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.7 in. (1340 mm)
Trans Am . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.4 in. (1331 111171)
Replacement Parts
Air Cleaner Filter . , . , . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1163C
Battery
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . .75-60
Engine Oil Filter
VIN Engine Code S and K . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PF47
VINEngineCodeP
........................ PF25
Fuel Filter
. . . . . . . . , , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GF578
PCV valve
VIN Engine Code
S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , , CV789C
VIN Engine Code K . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . CV892C
VIN Engine Code: P
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CV895C
Radiator Cap
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RC24
Spark Plug
VIN Engine Code
S . . . . . . . . . sR43TSK (0.045' Gap)
VIN Engihe Code K , . . . . . . . . -41-601 (0.060' Gap)
VIN Engine Code P . . . . . . , . sR45LTSP (0.050' Gap)
Thermostat Temperature Specification
. . . . 18OoF(82"C)
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Maintenance Schedule
Schedule I Definition
Follow Maintenance Schedule I if any one of these is
true for your vehicle:
0 Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
This is particularly important when outside
temperatures are below freezing.
Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
driving in stop-and-go traffic).
Most trips are through dusty areas.
0 You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of
Schedule I should also be followed if the vehicle is used
for delivery service, police, taxi, or other commercial
application.
your car.
Schedule I Intervals
Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) or 3 Months
Engine Oil and Filter Change
Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) or 6 months
Chassis Lubrication
At 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) - Then Every
12,000 Miles
(25 000 km)
Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km)
At 7,500 Miles (12 500 km)
Every 15,000 Miles (25
000 km)
Tire Rotation
Rear Axle Fluid Change (Vehicles Towing Trailers)
Rear Axle Fluid Change (Limited Slip Differential)
Air Cleaner Filter Inspection, if driving in dusty conditions
Automatic Transmission Service (severe conditions)
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km)
Air Cleaner Filter Replacement
Spark Plug Replacement (Except 5.7L Code
P engine)
Spark Plug Wire Inspection
Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection
Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection (or every
Cooling System Service (or every 24 months)
Spark Plug Replacement
(5.7L Code P engine only)
Automatic Transmission Service (normal conditions)
24 months)
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km)
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Maintenance Schedule
I Schedule I1 Definition
Follow Schedule I1 only if none of the conditions from
Schedule I is true.
1 Schedule I1 Intervals I
Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km)
Engine Oil and Filter Change (or every 12 months)
Chassis Lubrication (or every
12 months)
Rear Axle Fluid Change (Limited-Slip Differential)
At 7,500 Miles (12 500 km)
At 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) - Then Every
15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
Tire Rotation
Automatic Transmission Service (severe conditions)
Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection
(or every
Cooling System Service (or every
24 months)
Spark Plug Replacement (Except 5.7L Code P engine)
Spark Plug Wire Inspection
Air Cleaner Filter Replacement
Fuel
Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km)
Spark Plug Replacement (5.7L Code P engine only)
Automatic Transmission Service (normal conditions)
@very 30,000 Miles (50 000 km)
24 months)
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I Maintenance Schedule I I
0 Replace spark plugs (except 5.7L Code P
0 Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control
engine). An Emission Control Service.
Service.
0 Replace air cleaner filter. Replace filter
more often under dusty conditions.
An Emission Control Service.
Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage
or leaks. Inspect
fuel cap gasket for any
damage. Replace parts as needed.
An Emission Control Service.
17 Change automatic transmission fluid and
filter
if the vehicle is mainly driven under
one
or more of these conditions:
- In heavy city traffic where the outside
temperature regularly reaches
90 OF
(32 0 C) or higher.
- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police or
Ifyou do not use your vehicle under any of
these Conditions, change the fluid and filter
at
100,000 miles (1 66 000 km).
Manual transmission fluid doesn’t require
change.
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information.
delivery service.
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63,000 Miles (105 000: km)
0 Replace spark plugs (except 5.7L Code P
Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control
0 Replace air cleaner filter. Replace filter
engine). An Emission Control Service.
Sewice.
3-
more often under dusty conditions.
An Emission Control Sewice.
Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage
or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any
damage. Replace
parts as needed.
An Emission Control Sewice.?
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Sewice.
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DATE
SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE .. i *
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