1998 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE Owners Manual

If your vehicle is not equipped with remote keyless
entry, the delayed locking feature can be turned
on or off
by using the following procedure:
1. With the ignition on, press and hold the driver's
power door lock switch.
All doors will lock.
2. Cycle the headlamp switch four times. On the third
cycle,
the doors will unlock to confirm that the
feature has been turned on.
Your doors will remain
locked if delayed locking is now in the non-active
mode.
3. To change modes, cycle the headlamp switch once
more.
A locking action will confirm the new mode.
4. Release the power door lock switch.
This procedure must be completed within 10 seconds of
pressing the power door lock switch. To turn the feature
off, repeat the previous procedure.
Rear Door Security Lock
Your vehicle is equipped
with rear door security
locks that help prevent
passengers
from opening
the rear doors of your car
from the inside.
To use one of these locks:
1. Move the lever all the way up to the
2. Close the door.
ENGAGED position.
3. Do the same thing to the other rear door lock.
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The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from
inside when
this feature is in use. If you want to open a
rear door when the security lock is on:
1. Unlock the door.
2. Then open the door from the outside.
If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adults or
older children who ride in the rear won’t be able to open
the rear door
from the inside. You should let adults and
older children know how these security locks work, and
how to cancel
the locks.
To cancel the rear door lock:
1. Unlock the door and open the door from the outside.
2. Move the lever all the way down.
Anti-Lockout Feature
The power door locks will not work if the key is left in the
ignition with the driver’s door open. You can override this
feature by holding the power door lock switch for more
than three seconds, unless the engine is running.
Leaving Your Vehicle
If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your
door and set the locks from the inside. Then get out and
close the door. You may also use the lock button on the
remote keyless
entry transmitter after shutting the doors.
If your vehicle has a theft-deterrent system,
see
“Universal Theft-Deterrent” in the Index.
3. Do the same for the other rear door.
The rear door locks will now work normally.
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Remote Keyless Entry (Option)
If your vehicle has this
option, you can lock and
unlock your doors or unlock
your
trunk from about 3 feet
(1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m)
away using the remote
Your Remote Keyless Entry System operates
on a radio
frequency subject to Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and
(2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
(1)
this device may not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
Changes or modifications to this system by other than an
authorized service facility could void authorization to
use
this equipment.
This system has a range of about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet
(9 m). At times you may notice a decrease in range. This
is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the
transmitter
does not work or if you have to stand closer to
your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this:
0
0
0
0
Check to determine if battery replacement or
resynchronization is necessary. See the instructions
that follow.
Check the distance.
You may be too far from your
vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy
or snowy weather.
Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal. Take
a few steps to the left or
right, hold the transmitter higher, and
try again.
If you’re still having trouble, see your dealer or a
qualified technician for service.
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Operation
The driver’s door will unlock when UNLOCK is
pressed. The fuel door
will also unlock when UNLOCK
is pressed, if you have the optional fuel door lock.
If
UNLOCK is pressed again within five seconds, all
doors
will unlock. Pressing the UNLOCK button will
also illuminate the interior lamps. See “Illuminated
Entry”
in the index.
All doors will lock when LOCK is pressed.
The
trunk will unlock when the trunk symbol is pressed
when
the ignition is OFF. The trunk symbol will
also work when the ignition is on, but only while
in
PARK (P).
Instant Alarm
When the button with the horn symbol on the key
transmitter is pressed, the horn will sound and the
headlamps and taillamps will flash for up to one minute.
This can be turned off by pressing the instant alarm
button again or by turning the ignition to
ON. If your
vehicle is equipped with the Universal Theft-Deterrent
feature, you may also turn
off the alarm by unlocking
the vehicle with a key. See “Universal Theft-Deterrent”
in the Index.
Resynchronization
If only the instant alarm button works, the rransmitter
needs to be resynchronized to the receiver.
Do this by
pressing and holding both the
LOCK and UNLOCK
buttons at the same time for about eight seconds. You
must be within range of the vehicle.
When the system has been resynchronized, the horn
will
chrp and the exterior lamps will flash once. The system
should now operate properly.
Personalization Features
The following list of features that are available on your
vehicle can be programmed to each driver’s preference
for
each of the key transmitters.
Programmable Automatic Door Locks: This feature
programs your door locks to automatically lock or
unlock when shifting in and out
of PARK (P).
Security Feedback: This feature provides feedback to
the driver when the vehicle receives a command from
the key transmitter.
Delayed Locking: This feature lets the driver delay the
actual locking of the vehicle. When all doors have been
closed, the doors will lock automatically after five seconds.
For more detailed information
and programming
instructions, refer to the Index for each individual
feature listed above.
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Security Feedback
This provides feedback to the driver when the vehicle
receives a command
from the key transmitter. The
following modes may be selected:
Mode Security Feedback
0
2
3
4
5
No feedback when locking or
unlocking vehicle.
No feedback when locking;
headlamps and parking lamps flash
when unlocking vehicle.
Headlamps and parking lamps
flash
when locking; no feedback when
unlocking vehicle.
Headlamps and parking lamps flash when
locking and when unlocking vehicle.
Headlamps and
parking lamps flash and
horn chirps when locking; no feedback when unlocking vehicle.
Headlamps and parking lamps
flash and
horn chirps when locking; headlamps and
parking lamps flash when unlocking. Vehicles
are delivered programmed
in Mode 5. To
change to another mode:
1.
Turn the ignition key to OFF.
2. Press and hold LOCK on the driver’s power door
lock switch located on the door panel.
3. Press the trunk button on the transmitter. The
transmitter
will remain in its current mode.
4. Press the trunk button again. Each time the trunk button is
5. Release the power door lock switch.
This procedure changes the mode for only the
transmitter used to change
this setting. The procedure
will need to be repeated for the second transmitter.
pressed, the transmitter
will advance to the next mode.
Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle
Each remote keyless entry transmitter
is coded to
prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle.
If a transmitter is
lost or stolen, a replacement can be
purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any
remaining transmitters with you when you go to your
dealer. When the dealer matches
the replacement
transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters
must
also be matched. Once your dealer has coded the
new transmitter, the lost transmitter will
not unlock your
vehicle. Each vehicle can have only four transmitters
matched to
it.
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Battery Replacement
Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years.
You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t
work at the normal range in any location.
If you have to
get close to your vehicle before the trarisrnitter works,
it’s probably time to change the battery.
For battery replacement, use one Duracella battery, type
DL-2032, or a similar type.
NOTICE:
When replacing the battery, use care not to
touch any of the circuitry. Static from your
body transferred to these surfaces may damage
the transmitter.
To replace the battery:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Insert a coin into the notch near the key ring. Turn
the coin to the left to separate the two halves of
the transmitter.
Once the transmitter is separated, use a pencil eraser
to remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object.
Remove and replace the battery. Replace it as the
instructions inside the cover indicate.
Snap the transmitter back together tightly to be sure
no moisture can enter.
Resynchronize the transmitter by pressing and
holding the
LOCK and UNLOCK buttons for about
eight seconds. You,must be within range of the
vehicle. When the transmitter has been
resynchronized, the horn will chirp and the exterior lamps will flash once.
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Trunk
Trunk Lock Release
To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the door key
and turn it.
Remote Trunk Release (Option)
If you have this option,
press the
trunk release
button located below the
driver’s door armrest to
release the trunk lid.
The ignition may be on or off and the transaxle must be
in PARK (P). The system also works with the remote
keyless entry system.
Remote Trunk Release Lockout (Option)
The trunk release lockout 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)
Pressing the trunk symbol on the remote keyless entry
transmitter opens the
trunk even if the remote trunk
release lockout switch is activated.
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Trunk Lid
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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 cable connections must
pass through the
seal between the body and the
trunk lid:
Make sure all windows are shut.
Turn 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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Theft
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.
Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent
features, we know that nothing we put
on it can make
it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you
can help.
Key in the Ignition
If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an
easy target for joy riders or professional thieves -- so
don’t do it.
With the ignition
off and the driver’s door open, you’ll
hear a tone reminding you to remove your key from the
ignition and take it with you. Always do this. Your
steering wheel will be locked, and
so will your ignition
and transaxle. And remember to lock
the doors.
Parking at Night
Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your
vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight.
Put them in a storage area, or take them with you.
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