1996 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE air filter

3. Replace the air filter.
4. Re-install the rear section of the air cleaner.
5. Reattach the air intake hose.
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to
replace the air filter.
See “Scheduled Maintenance Services”
in the Index.
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Operating the engine with the air cleaner off
can cause you or others to be burned. The air
cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flame if
the engine backfires.
If it isn’t there, and the
engine backfires, you could be burned. Don’t
drive with it
off, and be careful working on the
engine with the air cleaner off.
NOTICE:
If the air cleaner is off, a backfire can cause a
damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily get
into your engine, which will damage it. Always
have the
air cleaner in place when you’re driving.
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Capacities and Specifications
Automatic Transaxle AT (Overdrive)
Pan Removal and Replacement .... '. ......................................
After Complete Overhaul ................................................
When draining or replacing torque converter, more fluid may be needed.
CoolingSystem .......................................................
Enginecrankcase .....................................................
Oil change with filter change
FuelTank .........................................
Windshield Wiper Blades
Type ..............................................
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...
...
6.5 quarts (6.1 L)
11 quarts (10.4 L)
13 quarts (12.3 L)
4.5 quarts (4.3 L)
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............ 18 gallons (68 L)
....................... Pin
Length
............................................................ 22 inches (565 mm)
Tire Pressures
See Tire-Loading Information label on driver's door
WheelNutTorque ......................................... ;........ lOOlb-ft(140N~m)
Refrigerant (R=l34a), Air Conditioning .................... See refrigerant charge label under the hood.
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~ Air Conditioning Refrigerants'
I, 1 .c , ;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.
Engine Specifications
VIN Engine Code ........................... K
Displacement ......................... 3.8 Liters
Horsepower
.......................... ,205-hp
3800 Series 11 Engine (L36)
Qpe ..................................... V6
Firing Order ........... I ........... 1-6-5-4-3-2
Thermostat Temperature
........... 195°F (91°C)
3800 Supercharged Engine (L67)
VIN Engine Code .......... '. ................ 1
Type .................................... V6
Displacement ........................ 3.8 Liters
Horsepower
.......................... .240-hp
Firing Order ...................... 1-6-5-4-3-2
Thermostat Temperature
.... ; ...... 195°F (91°C)
Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts'
Air Cleaner Filter ............. AC Type A- 1096C
Engine
Oil Filter ................ AC Type PF-47
Transaxle Filter
............ GM Part No. 8651909
Sparkplugs
......... ; .......... AC Type 41-921
Gap:
0.060 inch (1.52 mm)
Vehicle Dimensions
Wheelbase ............ 110.8 inches (2 814.3 mm)
Tread Width
Front
................ 60.4 inches (1 534.2 mm)
Length .............. 201.9 inches (5 124.0 mm)
Width ................. 74.6 inches (1 893.2 mm)
Height ................. 55.7 inches (1 414.8 mm)
Rear ........... i ...... 60.3 inches (1 531.6 mm)
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Maintenance Schedule
I Short Trip/City Definition
Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if my
one of these conditions is true for your vehicle:
Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 h).
This is particularly important when outside
temperatures
are below freezing.
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Most trips are through dusty areas.
You frequently tow a trailer QT use a carrier on top of
your vehicle. (With some models, you should never
tow a trailer. See “Towing
a Trailer” in the Index.)
taxi, or other commercial application.
If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police,
One of the reasom you should follow this schedule if you
operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that
these conditions cause engine
oil to break down suoner.
Short Trip/City Intervals
Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Chassis Lubrication
(or
6 months, whichever occurs first).
At 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) - Then Every
12,000 Miles (20 000 km): Tire Rotation.
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Air- Cleaner Filter
Inspection, if driving in dusty conditions.
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter
Replacement Fuel
Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection.
Supercharger
Oil Check (or’every 36 months,
whichever occurs first)
(3.8L Code 1 engine only).
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 h): Automatic Tramaxle
Service
(severe conditiom only).
Every 60,000 Miles (I00 000 km): Engine Accessory
Drive Belt Inspection,
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Cooling System
Service
(or every 60 months, whichever.occurs fist).
Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement.
These intervals only summarize maintenance services.
Be sure to follow the comglbte maintenance schedule on
the following pages.
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Maintenance Schedule
Follow this maintenance schedule only if none 01 the
conditions from
the Short Trip/City Maintenance
Schedule is true.
Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine
under highway conditions causes engine
oil to break
down slower.
Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change
(or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Chassis Lubrication (or every
12 months, whichever
occurs
first).
At 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) - Then Every
15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Tire Rotation.
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Supercharger Oil
Check (or every
36 months, whichever occurs first)
(3.8L Code 1 engine only). Air Cleaner Filter
Replacement. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection.
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle
Service (severe conditions only).
Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory
Drive Belt Inspection.
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Cooling System
Service (or every
60 months, whichever occurs first).
Spark Plug Wire Inspection.
Spark Plug Replacement.
These intervals only summarize maintenance services.
Be sure to
follow the complete maintenance schedule on
the following pages.
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I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I
The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles
(166
000 km) should be performed after. 100,000 miles
(166
000 h) at the sarne intervals.
Footnotes
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California
Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify
the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the
completion
of the vehidle's usehl life. We, however,
urge that all recommended maintenance services be
performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded.
3,000 Miles (5 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Sewice.
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Short lkip/City Maintenance Schedule I
12,000 Miles (20 000 km)
Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate the suspension and steering
linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking
brake cable guides and underbody contact
points and linkage (or every 6 months,
whichever occurs first).
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DATE SERVICED BY: ACTUAL MILEAGE
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15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
& dusty conditions, Replace filter if
0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you mare driving
necessary. An Eniission Control Sewice. ?
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SEBVICED BY:
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1 Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule I
30,000 Miles (50,000 km)
Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
CI Lubricate the suspension and steering
linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking
brake cable guides and underbody contact
points and linkage (or every 6 months,
whichever occurs first).
Control Service.
0 Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission
0 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.
0 For dupercharged engines only: Check the .
supercharger oil level and add oil as needed
(or every
36 months, whichever occurs
first).
See “Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants” in this section. An Emission
Control Service.
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation
pattern
and additional information.
During tire rotation, check brake calipers
for freedom of movement. Refer to the
appropriate
GM service manual for proper
caliper service procedures.
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