2002 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX windshield wipers

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NOTICE:
If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can't
turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if
so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the
steering wheel left and right while you turn the
key hard. Turn the key only with your hand.
Using a tool to force it could break the key or the
ignition switch. If none of this works, then your
vehicle needs service.
Ignition Positions
With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it to
five different positions. The ignition switch is located on
the right side of the steering column.
A (ACCESSORY): This position lets you use things
like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is
off. To use accessory, push in the key and turn it toward
you. The steering wheel will stay locked.
B (LOCK): This position locks the ignition, steering
wheel and transaxle. It's a theft
-deterrent feature.
It's also the only position from which you can remove
the key.
C (OFF): This position lets you turn off the engine but
still turn the steering wheel. It doesn't lock the steering
wheel like LOCK. Use off if you must have the vehicle
pushed or towed.

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Tilt Wheel
A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering
wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highest
level to give your legs more room when you exit and
enter the vehicle, or you can lower it so that you're more
comfortable while driving.
The lever to adjust it is located on the left side of the
steering column, below the turn signal/multifunction lever.
To tilt the wheel, hold the
steering wheel and pull the
lever. Move the steering
wheel to a comfortable
level, then release the lever
to lock the wheel in place.
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
The lever on the left side of the steering column
includes the following:

Turn and Lane Change Signals

Headlamp High/Low
-Beam Changer

Flash
-to-Pass Feature

Windshield Wipers

Windshield Washer

Cruise Control
For information on the exterior lamps, see ªExterior
Lampsº later in this section.

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This feature lets you use the high-beam headlamps to
signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass.
It works even if your headlamps are in the automatic or
off position.
To use it, pull the turn signal lever toward you, then
release it.
If the headlamps are in the automatic position or on low
beam, the high
-beam headlamps will turn on and the
high
-beam indicator on the instrument panel cluster
will come on. They will stay on as long as you hold the
lever toward you. Release the lever to return to the
initial position.
If your vehicle is equipped with the Head
-Up-Display
(HUD), an arrow will appear in the display area to
indicate that the high beams are on.
Windshield Wipers
To operate the windshield wipers, turn the band
marked WIPER located on the multifunction lever,
upward or downward.MIST:Turn the band to MIST for a single wiping cycle.
Hold it there until the windshield wipers start, then let it
go. The windshield wipers will stop after one cycle. For
more cycles, hold the band on MIST longer.
OFF:Turn the band to OFF to turn to windshield
wipers off.
DELAY (Delayed Wiping): Turn the band upward to
choose one of the five delay settings. For longer periods
of time between wiper blade cycles, select a low setting.
For shorter periods of time between wiper blade cycles,
select a higher setting. The further the band is turned
upward, the longer the delay between wiper cycles.
LOW: Turn the band to LOW for steady wiping at a
low speed.
HIGH: Turn the band to HIGH for steady wiping at a
high speed.
Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades
before using them. If they're frozen to the windshield,
carefully loosen or thaw them. If the blades do become
damaged, get new blades or blade inserts.
Heavy snow or ice can overload the wipers. A circuit
breaker will stop them until the motor cools. Clear away
snow or ice to prevent an overload.

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Windshield Washer
PUSH:Press the paddle with the the word PUSH
and the washer symbol on it, located on top of the
multifunction lever, to spray washer fluid on the
windshield. The wipers will clear the windshield and
then either stop or return to the set speed.
CAUTION:
In freezing weather, don't use your washer until
the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer
fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking
your vision.
Cruise Control
With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about
25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot
on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips.
Cruise control does not work at speeds below
approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).When you apply the brakes, the cruise control shuts off.
CAUTION:

Cruise control can be dangerous where you
can't drive safely at a steady speed. So,
don't use your cruise control on winding
roads or in heavy traffic.

Cruise control can be dangerous on
slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes
in tire traction can cause needless wheel
spinning, and you could lose control. Don't
use cruise control on slippery roads.
If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction
control system on the 3800 Supercharged V6 engine or
the enhanced traction system on the 3100 V6 and
3800 V6 engine begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise
control will automatically disengage. See ªTraction
Control Systemº or ªEnhanced Traction Systemº in the
Index. When road conditions allow you to safely use it
again, you may turn the cruise control back on.

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Windshield Wiper
Blade Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at
least twice a year for wear or cracking. See
ªWindshield Wipers, Blade Checkº in the
Index for more information.
Replacement blades come in different types and are
removed in different ways. For the proper type and
length, see ªNormal Maintenance and Replacement
Partsº in the Index.To remove the wiper blade do the following:
1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from
the windshield.
2. Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly
toward the driver's side of the vehicle.
3. Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2.

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Electrical System
Add-On Electrical Equipment
NOTICE:
Don't add anything electrical to your vehicle
unless you check with your dealer first. Some
electrical equipment can damage your vehicle
and the damage wouldn't be covered by your
warranty. Some add
-on electrical equipment
can keep other components from working as
they should.
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to
add anything electrical to your vehicle, see ªServicing
Your Air Bag
-Equipped Vehicleº in the Index.
Headlamp Wiring
The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in
the instrument panel fuse block. An electrical overload
will cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases
to remain off. If this happens, have your headlamp
system checked right away.
Windshield Wipers
The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit
breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy
snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor cools.
If the overload is caused by some electrical problem,
have it fixed.