1998 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE Owners Manual

To find your comfort zone, start with 75" F (24" C)
temperature setting and allow about 20 minutes for the
system to regulate. Press the
TEMP button up or down
to adjust the temperature setting if necessary, If you
choose the temperature setting of
60°F (15 "C), the
system will remain
at that maximum cooling setting and
will not regulate the
fan speed. If you choose the
temperature setting
of 90°F (33"c), the system will
remain at that maximum heating setting and will not
regulate the fan speed. Choosing either maximum
setting will not cause the system to heat
or cool
any faster.
Pressing
the AUTO button will display the requested
temperature, fan speed and air delivery mode for five
seconds, then change
to display the outside air
temperature. Be careful not to put
anythmg over the
sensor located
in the middle of the instrument panel near
the windshield,
or over the sensor in the grille above the
radio. These sensors are used by the automatic system to
regulate temperature.
The exterior temperature display sensor is in front of the
vehicle, near the radiator. The displayed temperature is
most accurate when the vehicle is moving. During stops,
or while idling, the display shows the previous driving
temperature for best system control.
To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather, the system
will delay
turning on the fan until warm air is available.
The length of delay depends on outside
air temperature,
engine coolant temperature, and time since
the engine
was last started. Pushing the fan button will override this
delay and change the fan to a selected single speed.
If you leave your vehicle, the system will remember the
control setting
the next time you start your engine.
Manual Operation
You may also manually adjust the air delivery mode or
fan speed.
'/J HEAR Manually selecting HEAT by cycling
through
the MODE settings will deliver air to the
floor outlets.
3 DEFOG: Manually selecting DEFOG by cycling
through the
MODE settings will deliver air to the floor
and windshield outlets.
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BIDLEVEL: Manually selecting BI-LEVEL by
cycling through the MODE setting will deliver warm air
to the floor and cooler air to the middle instrument
panel outlets.
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OFF: Press this button to turn the system off. Fresh air
will continue to flow through the vehicle, and the
system will
try to maintain the previously chosen
comfort setting. The outside temperature will show in
the display when the system is
off.
AIC: Press this button to turn the air conditioning on and
off. The system will cool and dehumiw the air inside the
vehicle.
In the AUTO mode, the display will show that
A/C
is active, but the air conditioning compressor only
operates when the system determines it is needed.
RECIRC: Press this button to limit the amount of fresh
air entering your vehicle. You may use this setting to
limit odors entering your vehicle. Press RECIRC to
change to a manual
MODE and air will recirculate until
the RECIRC button is pressed again. RECIRC will show
on
the display and then return to EXT TEMP display.
Operating the RECIRC mode
in cold temperatures or
under high humidity conditions may cause moisture
to
form on the inside of the windshield. If this condition
occurs, press the RECIRC button again.
DEFROST: Press this button to clear the windshield.
The system will automatically control the fan speed if
you select defrost from AUTO.
OF "C: Press this button to display the temperature in
degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius.
Air Conditioning
On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot
inside air escape. This reduces the time it takes for your
vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows closed
for the air conditioner to work its best.
If you have the standard system, for quick cool-down on
very hot days, use
MAX with the temperature knob in
the blue area.
If this setting is used for long periods of
time, the air in your vehicle may become too cold and
dry. For normal cooling on hot days, use A/C with the
temperature knob in the blue area. This setting cools the
air entering your vehicle and directs
it through the
instrument panel outlets.
If you have the electronic system, press the A/C button
to turn the system on. The system will cool and
dehumidify the air inside the vehicle. Also while in
AUTO mode, the system will use RECIRC as necessary
to cool
the air.
On cool, but sunny days, with the standard system or
through manual operation of the electronic system, use
BI-LEVEL to deliver warm air to the floor and cooler
air to the middle instrument panel outlets.
To warm or
cool the air delivered, push the
TEMP button up
or down.
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When the air conditioning system is in AUTO mode, the
A/C light will always be on. When the ambient
temperature outside the vehicle reaches
40°F (4"C), the
compressor will remain
on continuously.
Heating
If you have the standard system, on cold days use
HEAmR with the temperature
knob in the red area. If
you have the electronic system, press AUTO and adjust
the temperature by pressing the
TEMP up or down
button.
You may also adjust the electronic system
manually
by pressing the MODE button and selecting
HEAT. Again, adjust the temperature by pressing the
TEMP up or down button.
With each system, outside
air will be brought in and sent
through the floor outlets. The heater works best
if you
keep your windows closed while using it.
Ventilation System
For mild outside temperatures when little heating or
cooling
is needed, use VENT. (on the standard system)
to direct outside air through your vehicle. Air will
flow
through the middle instrument panel outlets.
Your vehicle's flow-through ventilation system supplies
outside air into the vehicle when it's moving. When the
vehicle
is not moving, you can get outside air to flow
through by selecting any air choice (except the rear
window defogger) and
any fan speed.
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Your vehicle has air outlets that allow you to adjust the
direction and amount of airflow inside the vehicle. Push
the outlet up or down to direct airflow to your
preference. Increase or reduce the amount of airflow by
opening and closing the louvers. Opening and closing
the louvers
will also direct airflow from side-to-side.
If you have the rear seat passenger outlet, it's attached to
the back
of the console. You can adjust the airflow
toward either seating area, the floor or upward. Turn the
end
knobs up and down to direct airflow. Increase or
reduce the amount of airflow by adjusting the lever
between
the two rear vents up or down. Open and close
the louvers to direct airflow from side-to-side.
Ventilation Tips
0 Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or
any other obstruction such as leaves. The heater and
defroster will work better, reducing the chance of
fogging your windows.
0 When you enter a vehicle with the standard system in
cold weather, select HEATER to supply air through the
floor outlets. Then turn the fan on high for a few
moments before driving away.
This will blow moist air
from the intake outlets toward the floor, not the
windshield. It reduces the chance
of fogging your
windows. If you have the electronic system, the AUTO
setting will do this for you. Manual operation of the
electronic system in the HEAT mode will also supply
air through the floor outlets.
Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects.
This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle.
0 When the engine idles for a long time, the exterior
temperature sensor may cause the system to blow
air
that is too cool. Once the vehicle is moving again the
system
will try to maintain the set temperature inside
your vehicle.
When you start your vehicle and the EXT TEMP
display flashes (electronic system only) for some time,
the system may
need repair. See your Pontiac dealer.

Defogging and Defrosting Rear Window Defogger
On cool, humid days, use DEFOG to keep the
windshield and side windows clear. Use
DEFROST to
remove fog or ice from the windshield quickly
in
extremely humid or cold conditions.
If you have the standard system, use DEFOG and adjust
the fan speed to your comfort level. Use
DEFROST
with the temperature toward the red area and the fan
control toward high.
If you have the electronic system, press the
DEFOG
button and adjust the fan speed by pressing the fan
button up or down to your comfort level. If you select
DEFROST from AUTO, the system will control the fan
speed. Adjust the temperature to your comfort level by
pressing the TEMP up or down button The lines
you see on the rear window warm the glass.
Press the button to start warming your window. If you
have the standard system,
a light will glow in the switch
while the defogger
is working.
After
10 minutes it will turn off by itself or press the
button
during the heating cycle to turn it off. If you need
additional warming time, push the button again. The
system will
then operate for five minutes before going
off by itself.
Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape or decals
across the defogger grid on the rear window.
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Do not try to clear frost or other material from
the inside of the rear window with a razor blade
or anything else that is sharp. This may damage
the defogger grid. The repairs wouldn’t
be
covered by your warranty.
Audio Systems
Your Delco Electronics audio system has been designed
to operate easily
and give years of listening pleasure.
You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint
yourself with it first. Find out what your Delco
Electronics system can do
and how to operate all its
controls, to be sure you’re getting the most out of the
advanced engineering that went into
it.
Setting the Clock for AM-FM Stereo
Press SET. Within five seconds, press and hold the
SEEK down arrow until the correct hour appears on the
display. Press and hold the
SEEK up arrow until the
correct minute appears on the display.
Setting the Clock for All Systems Except
AM-FM Stereo
Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears. Press
and hold MIN until the correct minute appears. There
will be a two-second delay before the clock goes into
time-set mode, and the colon on the display
will blink
while in this mode.
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AM-FM Stereo Finding a Station
Playing the Radio
PWR-VOLUME: This knob turns the system on and
off and controls the volume. To turn the radio on and to
increase volume,
turn the knob to the right. Turn it to the
left to decrease volume and to
turn the radio off.
RCL: Press this knob to recall the station being played
or to display the clock.
AM-FM: Press this button to switch between AM and
FM. The display shows your selection.
TUNE: Turn the lower knob to choose radio stations.
SEEK: Press the up or down arrow to go to the next
higher or lower station
and stay there.
PUSHBUTTONS: The four numbered pushbuttons let
you return to your favorite stations.
You can set up to
14 stations (seven AM and seven FM). Just:
1. Turn the radio on.
2. Press AM-FM to select the band.
3. Tune in the desired station.
4. Press SET. (SET will appear on the display.)
5. Press one of the four numbered pushbuttons within
five seconds. Whenever
you press that numbered
pushbutton, the station you set will return.
6. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.
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In addition to the four stations already set, up to three
more stations may be preset on each band by pressing
two adjoining buttons at the same time. Just:
1. Tune in the desired station.
2. Press SET. (SET will appear on the display.)
3. Press any two adjoining pushbuttons at the same
time,
within five seconds. Whenever you press the
same buttons, the station you set will return.
4. Repeat the steps for each pair of pushbuttons.
Setting the Tone
BASS:
Slide the lever up or down to increase or
decrease bass.
TREB: Slide the lever up or down to increase or
decrease treble.
If a station is weak or noisy, you may
want to decrease the treble.
Adjusting the Speakers
BALANCE:
Turn the control behind the upper knob to
move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle
position balances the sound between the speakers.
FADE. Turn the control behind the lower knob to move
the sound to the front or rear speakers. The middle
position balances the sound between the speakers.
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player
(If Equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Base@ speaker
system and an amplifier. Please see your dealer
for details.
Playing the Radio
POWER-VOL:
Push this knob to turn the system on
and off. To increase volume, turn the knob to the right.
Turn it to the left to decrease volume.
RECALL: Display the time with the ignition off by
pressing this button. When the radio is playing, press
this knob to recall the station frequency.
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