1996 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE remote control

Remote Trunk Release Lockout (Option)
The trunk release lockout valet switch in the trunk
allows you to secure items in the trunk. By pressing the
left side
of the valet switch, the remote trunk release
button below the driver’s door armrest will be disabled.
Push the right side
of the valet switch to enable the
remote
trunk release button to work again.
-, Trunk Security Override (Option)
‘: .’ Psessing the trunk symbol on the remote trms~xktter
,. . opens the trunk even if the remote trunk release lockout
switch
is activated.
Trunk Lid
It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid
open because carbon monoxide
(CO) gas can
come into your vehicle, You can’t see or smell
CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death,
If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if
electrical wiring or other cabl’e connections must
pass through the seal between the body and the
trunk lid:’
Make sure all windows are shut.
0 Thrn the fan on your heating or cooling
system to its highest speed with the setting
on
ECON or VENT. That will force outside
air into your vehicle. See “Comfort
Controls” in the Index.
If you have air outlets on or under the
instrument panel, open them all the
way.
See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.
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To operate twilight sentinel, turn the control to MAX for
the three minute delay.
Turn it the other way to reduce
the delay. Turn the control to MIN to turn twilight
sentinel
off.
,. Also, it's possible that your headlamps my go out if
': ,_ .:'. * , . :' you drive from a dark area into a bright area like a
' lighted parking lot. If this happens, turn on your
headlamps with the regular headlamp switch.
Interior Lamps
Instrument Panel .Intensity/Brightness
Control
You can brighten or dim your instrument cluster lights
by
turning the headlamp switch. Turn the switch
clockwise to brighten the instrument cluster lights
and
displays. Turn the switch clockwise all the way t'o turn
on the interior courtesy lamps. Turn the switch
counterclockwise to dim the instrument cluster lights
and displays and to turn off the courtesy lamps.
Delayed Illumination
When you open the door, the interior lamps will come
on. When you
close the door with the ignition off, the
interior lamps will stay on
for 25 seconds or until the
ignition
is turned to an on position. Please note that locking the doors
will override the delayed illumination
feature and the lamps will
turn off right away.
Theater Dimming
This feature allows for a thee to five-second fade out of
the courtesy lamps instead of immediate turn off.
Exit Lighting
With this feature, the interior lamps will come on for
25 seconds after you remove the key from the ignition.
This will give you time to fhd the door pull handle or
lock switches.
Illuminated Entry (Option)
When you lift the handle of either front door, a Imp
will glow around the door lock. This will help you insert
the door key at night.
The lamps inside your vehicle will also go on. These
lamps will
go off after about 25 seconds, or when you
start
your engine. These lamps will also go on when
you press any button on the optional Remote Keyless
Entry transmitter.
If a door is left ajar, your interior lamps will turn off
after 10 minutes to save your battery.
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At night, when the glare is too high, the mirror will
gradually darken to reduce glare (this change may take a
few seconds). The mirror
will return to its clear daytime
state when the glare is reduced.
Press the button at the base
of the mirror to turn on the
automatic feature. The button has an indicator light to
show
it is on. Press the button again to turn the
automatic off.
Time Delay
The automatic mirror has a time delay feature which
prevents unnecessary switching from the night back
to
the day position. This delay prevents rapid changing of
the mirror as
you drive under lights ind through traffic.
Cleaning the Photocells
Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the
photocells when necessary.
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Manual Remote Control. Mirror
The outside rearview mirror should be adjusted so you
can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting
in a comfortable driving position.
Adjust the driver's side outside mirror with the control lever on the driver's door.
To adjust your passenger's side mirror, sit in the driver's
seat and have a passenger adjust the mirror for you.
Reverse Gear Day Mode
The reverse day mode is another important feature
of the electrochromic mirror. When you shift into
REVERSE (R), the mirror changes to the day mode.
This gives you a bright image in the mirror as you
back up.
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Power Remote Control Mirrors (Option)
A control lever on the ’
driver’s door controls both
outside rearview mirrors.
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Turn the lever to the left to select the driver’s side
rearview mirror,
or to the right to select the passenger’s
side rearview mirror.
Then push the lever in the
direction
of the desired movement to adjust each &ur
so that you can see the side of the vehicle when you are
sittirag
in a comfortable driving position.
To lock the control, turn the lever to the center position.
This will keep the mirror &om moving if. the switch is
accidentally
bumped.
Convex Outside Mirror
You passenger’s ‘side mirror is convex. A convex
mirror’s. surface is curved
so you can see more from the
driver’s seat.
A CAUTION:
A convex mirror can make things (like other
vehicles) look farther away than they really are.
If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you
could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your
inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before
changing lanes.
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Supercharged Engine (Option)
Your Bonneville may have a 3800 Supercharged engine.
The supercharger is a device which is designed
to pump
more
air into the engine than it would normally use.
This air mixed with fuel, creates increased engine
power. Since the supercharger is a pump
and is driven
from an engine accessory drive belt, increased pressure
is available at all driving conditions.
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM), works with a
vacuum control to regulate the increased pressure
required
during specific driving conditions. When this
increased pressure or boost is not desired, such as during
idling
and light throttle cruising, the excess air that the
supercharger is pumping is routed through
a bypass.
All of these controls, working together provide high
performance character
and fuel efficiency in the
38010 V6 Supercharged engine.
The-power steering pump uses a remote reservoir
mounted on the throttle and cruise control cable bracket.
See “Maintenance Schedule”
in the Index for when you
should check the fluid.
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Engine Oil
CHECK OIL
LEVEL
If the CHECK OIL
LEVEL light on the
instrument panel comes
on, it means
you need to check
your engine oil level
right away.
For more information, see “Check Oil Level Light”
in
the Index. You should check your engine oil level
regularly; this is
an added reminder.
It’s a good idea
to check your engine oil every time you
get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must
be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground.
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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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Low Coolant Warning Light . . ... ... 2-68
Low Washer Fluid Light
......................... 2-74
Lubricants and Fluids
............................ 7-41
Lubrication Service. Body
........................ 7-37
Lumbar Controls
................................ 1-2
Magnasteer"
................................. 4-9
Maintenance Record
............................ 7-43
Maintenance Schedule
............................ 7- 1
Long Tripmighway Definition
................... 7-5
Long Tripmighway Intervals ..................... 7-5
Owner Checks and Services
..................... 7-36
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
................ 7-40
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
............. 7-41
Scheduled Maintenance Services
.................. 7-3
Short Trip/City Definition
....................... 7-4
Short Trip/City Intervals
........................ 7-4
Maintenance When Trailer Towing ................. 4-38
Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts ............ 6-66
Maintenance. Underbody
......................... 6-55
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
...................... 2-69
Manual Front Seat
............................... 1-1
Manual Remote Control Mirror .................... 2-47
Maxifuse/Relay Center
.......................... 6-58
Methanol
...................................... 6-3
Mirrors
....................................... 2-46
Convex Outside ......... : .................... 2-48
Electrochromic Daymight Rearview
.............. 2-46
Inside Daymight Rearview
..................... 2-46
Mmnal Ranope Control ........................ 2-47
Power Remote Control
......................... 2-48
Visor Vanity
................................. 2-54
MMT
......................................... 6-3
............ '. ............ 4-23
Mountain Roads . .
Net. Convenience .............................. 2-52
Neutral. Automatic Transaxle
..................... 2-22
New Vehicle Break-In
......... ............. 2-16
Night Vision
................. ............. 4-16
Odometer
.................................... 2-61
Odometer. Trip
................................. 2-61
Off-Road Recovery
............................. 4-12
. Oil Level Warning Light ......................... 2-72
Oil Pressure Light
.............................. 2-71
Oil. Engine .................................... 6-12
Oil. Supercharger
............................... 6-19
Overdrive. Automatic Transaxle
................... 2-23
Overheating Engine
............................. 5-15
Owner Checks and Services ....................... 7-36
Owner Publications. Ordering ..................... 8-11
Paint Spotting. Chemical
........................ 6-55
Park
Automatic Transaxle
.......................... 2-21
Shifting
Into ................................. 2-27
Shifting Out of
............................... 2-30
AtNight
.................................... 2-13
Brake
....................................... 2-26
Brake Mechanism Check
....................... 7-39
Lots ....................................... 2-13
Over Things That Burn ........................ 2-30
With a Trailer
................................ 4-38
Parking
Passing
....................................... 4-12
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Trailer
. Brakes ...................................... 4-35
Driving on Grades ............................ 4-37
Drivingwith ................................. 4-36
-Hitches ..................................... 4-35
Maintenance When Towing ..................... 4-38
Parking on Hills ............................... 4-38
Safety Chains ................................. 4-35
Tongueweight ............................... 4-34
Total Weight on Tires .......................... 4-34
Turn Signals ................................. 4-37
Weight ..................................... 4-33
Transaxle Fluid, Automatic ....................... 6-20
Transmitters, Remote Keyless Entry ................. 2-7
Transportation, Courtesy .......................... 8-7
Trip Odometer .......................... ...... 2-61
Ajar Message ................................ 2-79
Lock ....................................... 2-11
Release, Remote .............................. 2-1 1
Security Override. ............................. 2-12
TTYUsers ..................................... 8-4
Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals ............... 2-34
Turn Signal On Chime ........................... 2-35
Turn Signal Message, Bulb Monitor ................ 2-80
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ................... 2-34
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer ................ 4-37
Twilight Sentinel ............................... .. 2-43
Towing ...................................... 4-32.
Tiunk
Underbody Flushing Service ..................... 7-39
Universal Theft-Deterrent System .................. 2-14
Underbody Maintenance .......................... 6-55
Vehicle
Control
..................................... 4-5
Damage Warnings .............................. iv
Dimensions
.................................. 6-66
Identification Number ......................... 6-57
Loading ..................................... 4-30
Ventilation System ............................... 3-6
Visor Vanity Mirrors ............................ 2-54
Visors. Sun .. .................................. 2-53
Voltmeter ..................................... 2-64
Storage ..................................... 6-31 .
warning Devices ............................... 5-2
Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators ............... 2-62
Washer Fluid Message ............................ 2-79
Washer Fluid. Windshield ........................ 6-27
Washing Your Vehicle ........................... 6-53
Weatherstrips ........................ ...... 6-53
Wheel Alignment
................................ 6-47
Nut Torque ............................. 5-34. 6-65
Replacement ................................. 6-47
Wrench ..................................... 5-27
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