1996 PONTIAC GRAND-AM service interval

Tire Inspection and Rotation
Tires should be inspected every 6,000 to 8,000 miles
(10 000 to 13 000 km) for any signs of unusual wear.
If unusual wear is present, rotate your tires as soon as
possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See “When It’s Time for New
Tires” and “Wheel Replacement” later in this section for
more information. When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation
pattern shown here.
Don’t include
the compact.spa.re tire in your tire
rotation.
After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and
rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire-Loading
Information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are
properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” in the
Index.
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The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more
uniforrn wear for all tires on the vehicle. The first
rotation is the most important. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services”
in the Index for scheduled
rotation intervals.
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Rust or dirt on a wheel, lr on the part D which
it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose
after
a time. The wheel could come off and cause
an accident. When
you change a wheel, remove
any rust or- dirt from places where the wheel
attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency,
you can
use
a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be
sure to use
a scraper or wire brush later, if you
need to, to get all the rust or dirt off. (See
“Changing
a Flat Tire” in the ‘Index.)
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Maintenance Schedule
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Short Ikip/Cit"""'
Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if any
one of these. conditions is true for your vehicle:
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.
You frequently tow a trailer or 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 reasons 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
sooner.
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Short Trip/City Intervals r
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 00'0 km), - Then Every
12,000 Miles (20 000 km): Tire Rotation.
Every 15,000 Miks (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.
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle
Service (severe conditions only).
Every 60,000 Miles (I00 000 b): Engine Accessory
D'rive Belt Inspection.
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Cooling System
Service (or every
60 months, whichever occws first).
Spark Plyg Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement.
These intewals only summarize maintenance services.
Be sure to
follow the complete maintenance schedule on
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Maintenance Schedule
Long Trip/Highway Definition Long TriplHighway Intervals ~~ ~ ~~ ~
Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of 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. I
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 bo0 km): 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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The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles
(166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles
(166 000 km) at the same 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 vehicle's useful 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 Service.
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The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles
(166
000 km) should be performed after 1Q0,OOO miles
(166 000 km) at the same intervals. , ,: ,.:>;.::’ .I.\-,
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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 vehicle useful life. We, however, urge that
a11 recommended maintenance services be performed at
the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded.,
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0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage
and transaxle shift linkage (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first). : 1.
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation”
in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information. During
tire rotation, cbeck brake calipers for
freedom
of movement. Refer to the
appropriate
GM service manual for proper
caliper service procedures.
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Part B: Owner Checks and Services
Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals, specified to help
ensure the safety, dependability and emission control
performance of your vehicle.
Be’sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added
to your vehicle,
make sure
they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important for you or a service station attendant to
pe$orm these underhood checks at each fuel
fill.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the ‘engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary, See “Engine Oil“ in the Index for further details.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine ooolant level and add the proper r
coolant mix if necessary. See “Engine Coolant” in the
Index for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield wasner fluid level in the windshield
washer tank and add the proper fluid
if necessary. See
“Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index for further details.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Inflation Check
Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures. See
“Tires”
in the Index.
Cassette Deck Service
Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every
50 hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems” in the Index
for further details.
At Least Twice a Year
Restraint System Check
Make sure the safety belt remlnder light and all your
belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are
working properly.
Look for any other loose or damaged
safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might
keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it
repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced.
Also look for any opened or broken
air bag covers, and
have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system
does not need regular maintenance.)
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Part E: Maintenance Record Any, additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on
After the scheduled services are performed, record the the following record pages. Also, you should retain all
date, obmeterrea$ing and who performed the smvice maintenance receipts. your owner information portfolio
in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. is a convenient place to store them.
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Lights Air
Bag Readiness ....................... 1.21. 2.55
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ............ 2.57. 4.6
Brake System Warning .................... 2.56. 6.29
Charging System Indicator ...................... 2-56
Check Engine ................................ 2-60
Check Oil ................................... 2-64
Enhanced Traction System Active ... .' ........ 2.59. 4-8
Enhanced Traction System Warning .......... 2-58. 4-9
Low Coolant Warning ......................... 2-60
Oil Pressure ................................. 2-63
Basslock" Warning ........................... 2-65
Safety Belt Reminder ...................... 1-7. 2-55
Litter Bag Hook ................................ 2-48
Loading Your Vehicle ........................... 4-32
Locks
Automatic Door ............................... 2-4
Cylinders ................................... 7-38
Key Lock Cylinder Service ..................... 7-38
Power Do'or ................. .. ................ 2-4
Rear Door Security ............................. 2-5
Steering Column Lock Check ................... 7-39
Low Coolant Warning Light ...................... 2-60
Lubricants and Fluids ............................ 7-42
Doof ..........................:............. 2-3
Trunk ....................................... 2-8
Lubrication.Servicq. Body ..... .. ........ e ......... 7-38 .
amtenance Record ............. ........ I ... , 7-44
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Maintenance Schedule ............................ 7-1
Long Tripmighway Definition
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Long Trip/Highway Intervals ; .................... 7-5
Owner Checks and Services ..................... 7-37
Periodic Maintenance Inspections ................ 7-41
Recommended Fluids and .Lubricants ............. 7-42
Scheduled Maintenance S'ervices .................. 7-2
Short Tiip/City Intervals ........................ 7-4
Maintenance When Trailer Towing ................. 4-40
Maintenance. Nomal Replacement Parts ............ &62
Maintenance. Underbody ......................... 6-51
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...................... 2-60
Manual Front Seat ............................... 1-1
Manual Lumbar Support .......................... 1-2
Manual Remote Control Mirror .................... 2-44
Manual Transaxle ............................... 2-21
Check ...................................... 7-38
Fluid ....................................... 6-20
shi€ting ..................................... 2-21
S tartkg Your Engine .......................... 2-13
Methanol ...................................... 6-3
Mirrors ......................................... 2-44
Convex Outside .............................. 2-45
Inside Daymight Rearview ..................... 2-44
Manual Remote Control ........................ 2-44
Short Tiip/City Definition ....................... 7-4
Power Remote COII~~. ........................ 2-45
VisorVanity ................................. 2-48
Mountain Roads ................................. 4-23
Multifunction Lever ............................. 2-31
Neutral. Automatic Transaxle .................... 2-19
Neutral. Manual Transaxle ........................ 2-22
New Vehicle Break-In ........................... 2-11
NightV~sion
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