1996 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE flat tire

While the tires available on General Motors passenger .
cars and light 'trucks may vary with respect to these
grades, they must also conform to Federal safety
requirements and additional General Motors Tire
Perforrnance Criteria (TPC) standards.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on
the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government test course. -For
example, a tire graded
150 would wear one and a half
(1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative performance
of tires depends
upon the actual conditions
of their use, however, and
may
depart significantly from the norm due to variations
in driving habits, service practices and differences
in
road characteristics and climate.
Traction - A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are A, B,
and C, and they represent the tire's ability to stop on wet
pavement
as measured under controlid conditions on
..? specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete.
- A tire'marked C may have poor traction performance.
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Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based
on braking (straightahead) traction tests and does not
include cornering (turning) traction.
Temperature - A, B, C
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire's resistance to ,the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on
a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material
of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life,
andaxcessive temperature can lead to sudden tire
failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of
performance which all passenger car tires must meet
under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of
performance on the laboratory test wheel than the
minimum required by law.
Warning: The temperature grade for this tire
is
established €or a tire that is properly inflated and not
overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or
. '
excessive loading, either separately or in combination,
can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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NOTICE:
The wrong wheel can also cause problems with
bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odometer
calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle
ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to
the body and chassis.
.. -* ‘ .. ’ see “Changing a Flat Tire” in the Index for
‘more information.
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.‘. -- . 8; . Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is
;. .. . dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or
,.; how many miles it’s been driven. It could fail
-. :% suddenly and cause an accident. If you have to
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Tire Chains
NOTICE:
Use tire chains only where legal and only when
you must. Use only
SAE Class 44S” type chains
that are the proper size for
your tires. Install
them on the front tires and tighten them as
tightly as possible with the ends securely
fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain
manufacturer’s instructions.
If you can hear the
chains contacting
your vehicle, stop and retighten
them.
If the contact continues, slow down until it
stops. Driving too fast or spinning the wheels
with chains on will damage your vehicle.
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7 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
IMPORTANT.
KEEP ENGINE OIL
AT THE PROPER
LEVEL AND CHANGE AS
RECOMMENDED
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This section covers the maintenance required for your
Pontiac. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its
safety, dependability and emission control performance.
Protection
Introduction
Your Vehicle and the Enviro,nment
Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your
vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the
environment.
All recommended maintenance procedures
are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper
fluid
levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level
of emissions from your vehicle.
To help protect our
environment, and to keep your vehicle
in good
condition, please maintain your vehicle properly.
Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan
supplements your new vehicle warranties. See
your
Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet, or your
Pontiac dealer for details.
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Part B: Owner Checks and Services Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Listed below are owner checks and services which Check the wilidshield washer fluid level in the
should be performed at the intervals specified to help windshield washer
ta~& and add the proper fluid if
pnsure the safety, dependability and emission control
necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the
performance
of your vehicle. Index for further details.
Be sure
any necessary repairs are completed at once. At Least Once a Msnth
Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Tire Inflation Check
Part D. Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures.
At Each Fuel Fill See “Tires” in the Index for further detaik
It is important for you or a service station attendant to 1 Cassette Deck Service
peq5or-m these underhood checks at each fuel fill. Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should.be done every
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary.
See “Engine Oil“ in the Index for
Ik-tlier details.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level ad add the proper
coolant mix if necessary. See “Engine Coolm? in the
Index for further
details.
50 hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems” in the
Index for further
details.
Power Antenna Service
Clean power antenna mast. See “Audio Systems” in the
Index for further details.
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Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program
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Security While You Travel
1 -8OO-ROADSDJ (1 -800-762-3743)
As the proud owner of a new Pontiac vehicle, you are
automatically
enrolled in the Pontiac Roadside
Assistance program.
This value-added service is
intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive
in the city or travel the open road. Pontiac's Roadside Assistance toll-free number
is
staffed by a team of technically trained advisors, who
are available
24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
We take anxiety out of
uncertain situations by providing
minor repair information over the phone or
making
arrangements to tow your vehicle to the nearest Pontiac
dealer.
We will provide the following services for
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3 years/36,000 miles, at no expense to you:
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Vehicle out of fuel Keys locked in vehicle
Tow
to nearest dealership for warranty service
Change
a flat tire
Jump starts
'Courtesy Transportation
-- See Pontiac Courtesy
Transportation section
for details
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v Section 9 Index
Acceisory mator ........................ 2.54. 5.25
Accessory Power Outlet .... ..................... 2-52
Adjustable Support Seat ........................... 1-3
AirBag .:..................................... l-16
.How Does it Restrain ............................ 1-20
How it Works ................................ 1-18
Location ...................................... 1-18
Readiness Light ......................... 1-17, 2-63
Servicing ................................... 1 -2 1
What Makes it Inflate .......................... 1-19
What Will
You See After it Inflates ............... 1-20
When Should it Inflate ......................... 1-19
Aircleaner .................................... 6-17
Air Conditioning ................................ 3-5
Air Conditioning Refrigerants ..................... 6-66
Air Inflator ............................... 2-54, 5.25
Alarm, Universal Theft-Deterrent .................. 2- 14
Alignment and Balance, Tire ...................... 6-47
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning ...................... 6-54
Antenna, Fixed ................................. 3-28
Antenna. Power ................................ 3-28
Antifreeze ..................................... 6-23
Anti-Lock I
Brake System Waming Light ................ 2-66, 4-6
Brakes ...................................... 4-6
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Anti-Lockout Feature ............................. 2-6
Appearance Care ............................... 6-49
Appearance Care Materials ....................... 6-56
Arbitration Program .............................. 8-9
Armrest. Storage ............................... 2-49
Audio Controls. Steering Wheel Touch Control
....... 3-25
Audio Equipment. Adding ........................ 3-26
Audio Systems .................................. 3-9
Automatic Overdrive
.................................... 2-23
Starting Your Engine .......................... 2-18
Transaxle ................................... 2-21
Transaxle Check .............................. 7-37
Transaxle Fluid ............................... 6-20
Transaxle Operation ............................ 2-21
Transaxle Park Mechanism Check ................ 7-39
Automatic Door Locks ............................ 2-4
Ashtrays ...................................... 2-53 .
Shifting ...................................... 2-21
Back-up amp Monitor ......... .... 2-80
Back-up Lamp Bulb Replacement ................. 6-37
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Battery ........................................ 6-3 1
Jump Starting ....... ! ......................... 5-2
Replacement. Remote Keyless Entry
.............. 2- 10
Warning Light
............................... 2-64
BBB Auto Line
................................. 8-8
Better Business Bureau Mediation ................... 8-9
BoostGage
.................................... 2-75
Adjustment
.................................. 6-3 1
Fluid
....................................... 6-28
Lamp Monitor
............................... 2-80
Master Cylinder .............................. 6-28
Parking ..................................... 2-26
Replacing System Parts
........................ 6-3 1
System Warning Light
......................... 2-65
Transaxle Shift Interlock Check
............. 2-30. 7-38
Brakes. Anti-Lock ............................... 4-6
Braking ........................................ 4-5
Braking in Emergencies ........................... 4-9
Break-In. New Vehicle .......................... 2- 16
Brightness Control
.............................. 2-44
BTSI Check
.............................. 2-30. 7-38
Bulb Replacement .............................. 6-32
Saver
.........'............................. 2-45
Warnings
.................................... 5-2
Belt. Engine Accessory
...................... 6-67. 6-68
Brake
PedalTravel
................................. 6-31
Trailer ...................................... 4-35
Wear
....................................... 6-30
Canadian Roadside Assistance .................... 8-6
Capacities and Specifications
...................... 6-65
Carbon Monoxide .................... 2-31.4-29. 4-35
Cassette Deck Service
........................... 7.36
Cassette Tape Player ....................... 3- 11 . 3-15
Cassette Tape Player Care ........................ 3-27
Cassette Tape Player Errors
.................. 3.13. 3.16
CD Player Theft-Deterrent Feature ................. 3-23
Center Passenger Position
........................ 1-23
Certification Label
.............................. 4-30
CertificationRire Label .......................... 4-30
Changing a Flat Tire ............................. 5-26
Check Engine Light ............................. 2-69
Check Gages Light
.............................. 2-74
Check Gages Messages
.......................... 2-79
Check Oil Level Warning Light .................... 2-72
Check Washer Fluid Message ..................... 2-79
Checking Your Restraint Systems
.................. 1-43
Chemical Paint Spotting
.......................... 6-55
Child Restraints
................................ 1-32
Securing
in a Rear Outside Seat Position ........... 1-34
Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position .......... 1-36
Securing in the Right Front Seat Position
.......... 1-38
Where to Put
................................ 1-32
Cigarette Lighter
............................... 2-53
Chains. Safety
................................. 4-35
Chains. Tire
................................... 6-48
Check Oil Level Message ........ ............... 2-79
TopStrap
................................... 1-33
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Driving City
........................................ 4-20
Defensive .................................... 4-1
Freeway .............. , ..................... 4-21
In a Blizzard .................................. 4-28
IntheRain .................................. 4-1.7
Night ...................................... 4-15
Oncurves ................I.................. 4-10
On Grades While Towing a Trailer ............... 4-37
On Hill and Mountain Roads .................... 4-23
On Snow and Ice .............................. 4-26
Through Water ................................. 4- 19
WetRoads ................................... 4-17
Winter ...................................... 4-25
With a Trailer
................................. 4-36
Drunken Driving ....................... ., ........ 4-2
. Drunken ...................... .,. ............. 4-2
. In Foreign Countries ............................ 6.-4
Electrical Equipment, Adding ........... 2.19.3.26. 6.58
Electrical System ........... :. .................. 6-58
Electrochromic Daymight Rearview Mirror .......... 2-46
Electronic Climate Control ........................ 3-3 .
Electronic Compass ............................. 2-8 1
Electronic Level Control ......................... 4-51
Engine ...................... , ............ 6-10. 6-11
Accessory Belt .......................... 6-67, 6-68
Coolant .... ’ ................................. 6-22
Coolant Heater .............. : ................ 2-20
Coolant Level Check ........................... 7-36
Coolant Temperature Gage ..................... 2-68
Exhaust ..................................... 2-31
Fuse Block (Driver’s Side) ....................... 6-59
Fuse Block (Passenger’s Side) ................. 6-61
Identification ................................ 6-57
Oil Level Check .............................. 7-36
Overheating ................................. 5-15
Running We Parked ......................... 2-31
Specifications ................................ 6-66
Starting YOW ................................. 2-18
Engine
Oil .................................... 6-12
Additives ................................... 6-15
Pressure Gage ....... .. ........................ 2-73
Pressure Light ............................... 2-71
Used ....................................... 6-16
When to Change .............................. 6-16
Ethan01 ........................................ 6-3
Exhaust, Engine ................................ 2-31
Exit Lighting ................................... 2-44
Express-Down Window .......................... 2-33
Express-Open Sunroof ........................... 2-55
Fabric Cleaning ............................... 6-50
Fan Control. Climate Control System ............ 3-1. 3-3
FillingYowTank ................................ 6-5
Filter. Air ...................................... 6-17
Finish Care .................................... 643
FinishDamage ................................. 6-54
First Gear, Automatic Transaxle
................... 2-24
Flashers. Hazard Warning .......................... 5-1
Flash-to-Pass Feature ........................... 2-35
Flat Tire, Changing ............................. 5-26
Fluid Capacities ................................ 6-65
Supercharged ................................ 6-12
Adding ..................................... 6-14
Checking ................................... 6-13
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