2002 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX trunk

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Section 2 Features and Controls
Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting,
shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is
working properly
-- and what to do if you have a problem.
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-2 Windows
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-4 Keys
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-6 Door Locks
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-10 Remote Keyless Entry System (If Equipped)
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-14 Multifunction Alarm Locks and
Lighting Choices
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-25 Trunk
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-27 Theft
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-28 Content Theft-Deterrent System (If Equipped)
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-30 PASS-Key
III
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-32 New Vehicle ªBreak-Inº
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-33 Ignition Positions
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-34 Starting Your Engine
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-38 Engine Coolant Heater (Option)
2
-39 Automatic Transaxle Operation
2
-43 Parking Brake
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-44 Shifting Into PARK (P)
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-46 Shifting Out of PARK (P)
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-47 Parking Over Things That Burn2
-47 Engine Exhaust
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-48 Running Your Engine While You're Parked
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-49 Tilt Wheel
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-49 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
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-55 Exterior Lamps
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-57 Interior Lamps
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-60 Mirrors
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-64 Storage Compartments
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-68 Accessory Power Outlet
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-69 Auxiliary Power Connection (Power Drop)
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-69 OnStar
System (If Equipped)
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-73 Power Sunroof (Option)
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-74 The Instrument Panel -- Your
Information System
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-78 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
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-91 Driver Information Center (DIC)
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-93 Trip Computer (If Equipped)
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-96 Head-Up Display (HUD) (Option)

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Remote Keyless Entry System
(If Equipped)
If your vehicle has this feature, 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 keyless entry
transmitter supplied with your vehicle.
Your 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.
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:

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.

Check to determine if battery replacement is
necessary. See the instructions that follow.

If you're still having trouble, see your dealer or a
qualified technician for service.

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Three-Button Key Fob Four-Button Key Fob
Remote All Door Lock
LOCK: To lock all the doors, press LOCK on the
remote keyless entry transmitter. See ªPower Door
Locksº in the Index for more details on power door lock
features. If your vehicle is equipped with the content
theft
-deterrent system, the LOCK button may arm the
system. See ªContent Theft
-Deterrentº in the Index for
more details.Remote Driver's Door and All Door Unlock
UNLOCK: When you press UNLOCK on the remote
keyless entry transmitter, only the driver's door will
unlock. If you press UNLOCK again within five
seconds, all the doors will unlock. If you would like all
the doors to unlock the first time you press UNLOCK,
see ªLocks and Lighting Choicesº in the Index. If your
vehicle is equipped with the content theft
-deterrent
system, the UNLOCK button on the remote keyless
entry transmitter will disarm the system. See ªContent
Theft
-Deterrentº in the Index for more details.
Remote Trunk Release
(Open Trunk): Press the button with the trunk
symbol on your remote keyless entry transmitter to open
your trunk. The transaxle must be in PARK (P) for this
feature to operate.
Remote Panic Alarm (If Equipped)
(Panic Alarm): When you press the panic alarm
button with the horn symbol on the four
-button remote
keyless entry transmitter, the headlamps will flash and
the horn will sound. This will allow you to attract
attention if needed.

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Remote Lock and Unlock Confirmation
(If Equipped)
With the remote lock and unlock confirmation feature,
you can program your vehicle to do the following:

When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to
unlock your vehicle, your headlamps will flash to let
you know the command has been received. If you
press LOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter
again within five seconds, the horn will sound briefly
and the headlamps will flash to let you know your
vehicle is locked.

When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to
unlock your vehicle, your headlamps will flash to let
you know the command has been received.
Programmable Modes
Mode 1: Both Features Off ± Remote lock and unlock
confirmation are disabled.
Mode 2: Exterior Lamps Flash Only

Remote Lock Confirmation: When you use the
remote keyless entry transmitter to lock the vehicle,
the headlamps will flash to let you know the
command is received.
Remote Unlock Confirmation: When you use the
remote keyless entry transmitter to unlock the
vehicle or open the trunk, the headlamps will flash to
let you know when the command is received.
Mode 3: Exterior Lamps Flash and Horn Sound

Remote Lock Confirmation: When you use the
remote keyless entry transmitter to lock the vehicle,
the horn will sound briefly and the headlamps will
flash to let you know the command is received.

Remote Unlock Confirmation: When you use the
remote keyless entry transmitter to unlock the
vehicle or open the trunk, the headlamps will flash to
let you know the command is received.
Mode 4: Exterior Lamps and Horn Sound ± on second
LOCK press only.

Remote Lock Confirmation: When you use the
remote keyless entry transmitter to lock the vehicle,
the headlamps will flash to let you know the
command is received. The horn will sound briefly
and the headlamps will flash if you press the LOCK
button again within five seconds.

Remote Unlock Confirmation: When you use the
remote keyless entry transmitter to unlock the
vehicle or open the trunk, the headlamps will flash to
let you know the command is received.

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Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it was
programmed to Mode 4. The mode to which your
vehicle was programmed may have been changed since
it left the factory. To determine the mode to which your
vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a
different mode, do the following:
1. Follow the instructions for ªEntering Programming
Modeº listed previously.
2. Press the LOCK button on the remote keyless
entry transmitter.
3. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number
of chimes tells you which mode the vehicle is set for.
If you do not wish to change the current mode, you
can either exit the programming mode by following
the instructions earlier in this section or program the
next feature available on your vehicle.
4. Press LOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter
again to change the current mode.
5. Repeat Step 4 until you hear the number of chimes
that matches the number of the mode you want.
The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit
the programming mode by following the instructions
earlier in this section or program the next feature
available on your vehicle.Content Theft-Deterrent System
(If Equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a content
theft
-deterrent alarm system. Once armed, the system
will go off if someone tries to enter the vehicle without
using the remote keyless entry transmitter or the correct
key, or when someone turns the ignition on with an
incorrect key. The horn will sound, and your vehicle's
headlamps will flash for about two minutes.
Programmable Modes
Mode 1: Not Used
Mode 2: Content Theft On ± If anyone tampers with the
trunk lock or opens a door while the content
theft
-deterrent system is armed, an alarm will sound and
the headlamps will flash for up to two minutes.
Mode 3: Content Theft Off ± The content
theft
-deterrent system is always disarmed.
Mode 4: Not Used

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Trunk
CAUTION:
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 open or if
electrical wiring or other cable connections must
pass through the seal between the body and
the trunk:

Make sure all other windows are shut.

Turn the fan on your heating or cooling
system to its highest speed with the setting
on VENT. That will force outside air into
your vehicle. See ªComfort Controlsº in
the Index.

If you have air outlets on or under the
instrument panel, open them all the way.
See ªEngine Exhaustº in the Index.
Trunk Lock
To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the key and
turn it clockwise. You can also press the trunk symbol
on the remote keyless entry transmitter (if equipped).
Remote Trunk Release
This feature is used to unlock the trunk from inside
the vehicle.
Press the TRUNK button
located behind the glove
box door.
The shift lever must be in PARK (P) for the remote
trunk release button to work.

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Trunk Release Handle
NOTICE:
The trunk release handle was not designed to be
used to tie down the trunk lid or as an anchor
point when securing items in the trunk. Improper
use of the trunk release handle could damage it.
There is a glow-in-the-dark trunk release handle located
inside the trunk on the latch. This handle will glow
following exposure to light. Pull the release handle to
open the trunk from the inside.
Trap-Resistant Trunk Kit
To help prevent a child from becoming trapped in your
trunk, you can order a trap
-resistant trunk kit from your
dealer. This kit includes:

a modified trunk latch,

a lighted release handle, and

seatback tethers (for vehicles with folding
rear seatbacks).
See your dealer for additional information.

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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.
When you park your vehicle and open the driver's door,
you'll hear a chime 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.
Parking Lots
Even if you park in a lot where someone will be
watching your vehicle, it's still best to lock it up and
take your keys. But what if you have to leave your key?

If possible, park in a busy, well
-lit area.

Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk
or glove box.

Be sure to close and lock the storage area.

Close all windows.

Lock the glove box.

Lock all the doors except the driver's.

If your vehicle has a remote keyless entry system,
take the transmitter with you.