2004 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE power steering fluid

Service............................................................5-3
Doing Your Own Service Work.........................5-4
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your
Vehicle......................................................5-4
Fuel................................................................5-5
Gasoline Octane............................................5-5
Gasoline Specications....................................5-5
California Fuel...............................................5-6
Additives.......................................................5-6
Fuels in Foreign Countries...............................5-7
Filling Your Tank............................................5-8
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.....................5-11
Checking Things Under the Hood....................5-12
Hood Release..............................................5-13
Engine Compartment Overview.......................5-14
Engine Oil...................................................5-16
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter................................5-21
Automatic Transaxle Fluid..............................5-23
Engine Coolant.............................................5-26
Radiator Pressure Cap..................................5-28
Engine Overheating.......................................5-29
Cooling System............................................5-31
Power Steering Fluid.....................................5-39
Windshield Washer Fluid................................5-40
Brakes........................................................5-42Battery........................................................5-45
Jump Starting...............................................5-47
Bulb Replacement..........................................5-52
Halogen Bulbs..............................................5-52
Headlamps..................................................5-53
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps..............5-54
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and
Back-up Lamps.........................................5-56
Replacement Bulbs.......................................5-57
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement..............5-57
Tires..............................................................5-58
Ination - Tire Pressure.................................5-67
Check Tire Pressure System..........................5-68
Tire Inspection and Rotation...........................5-70
When It Is Time for New Tires.......................5-72
Buying New Tires.........................................5-72
Uniform Tire Quality Grading..........................5-74
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance..................5-75
Wheel Replacement......................................5-75
Tire Chains..................................................5-77
Accessory Inator.........................................5-78
If a Tire Goes Flat........................................5-79
Changing a Flat Tire.....................................5-80
Compact Spare Tire......................................5-90
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
5-1

A. Engine Compartment Fuse Block. See “Engine
Compartment Fuse Block” underFuses and Circuit
Breakers on page 5-101.
B. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding
Washer Fluid” underWindshield Washer Fluid
on page 5-40.
C. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank. See “Checking
Coolant” underEngine Coolant on page 5-26.
D. Radiator Pressure Cap. SeeRadiator Pressure Cap
on page 5-28.
E. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. SeePower Steering
Fluid on page 5-39.F. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil”
underEngine Oil on page 5-16.
G. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil”
underEngine Oil on page 5-16.
H. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick. See “Checking
the Fluid Level” underAutomatic Transaxle Fluid
on page 5-23.
I. Brake Master Cylinder. See “Brake Fluid” under
Brakes on page 5-42.
J. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 5-21.
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12. Then replace the
pressure cap. At any
time during this
procedure if coolant
begins to ow out of the
ller neck, reinstall the
pressure cap.
Be sure the arrow on the pressure cap lines up
like this.Power Steering Fluid
The power steering uid reservoir is located in the rear
of the engine compartment on the passenger’s side
of the vehicle. SeeEngine Compartment Overview on
page 5-14for reservoir location.
5-39

When to Check Power Steering Fluid
It is not necessary to regularly check power steering uid
unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or
you hear an unusual noise. A uid loss in this system
could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected
and repaired.
How to Check Power Steering Fluid
1. Turn the key off and let the engine compartment
cool down.
2. Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean.
3. Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a
clean rag.
4. Replace the cap and completely tighten it.
5. Then remove the cap again and look at the uid
level on the dipstick.
The level should be at the FULL COLD mark. If
necessary, add only enough uid to bring the level up to
the mark.
What to Use
To determine what kind of uid to use, seePart D:
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-25.
Always use the proper uid. Failure to use the proper
uid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals.
Windshield Washer Fluid
What to Use
When you need windshield washer uid, be sure to read
the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will
be operating your vehicle in an area where the
temperature may fall below freezing, use a uid that has
sufficient protection against freezing.
5-40

Part D: Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identied below by name, part
number or specication may be obtained from your
dealer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine OilEngine oil which meets GM Standard
GM6094M and displays the American
Petroleum Institute Certied for
Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. To
determine the proper viscosity for your
vehicle’s engine, seeEngine Oil on
page 5-16.
Engine
Coolant50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water
and use only DEX-COOL
®Coolant.
SeeEngine Coolant on page 5-26.
Hydraulic
Brake SystemDelco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or
equivalent DOT-3 brake uid.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Windshield
Washer
SolventGM Optikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Parking Brake
Cable GuidesChassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S.
12377985, in Canada 88901242) or
lubricant meeting requirements of
NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Power
Steering
SystemGM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part
No. U.S. 89021184, in Canada
89021186).
Automatic
TransaxleDEXRON
®-III Automatic Transmission
Fluid.
Key Lock
CylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
Floor Shift
LinkageLubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part
No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada
992723) or lubricant meeting
requirements of NLGI #2, Category
LB or GC-LB.
6-25

A
Accessory Inator...........................................5-78
Accessory Power Outlets.................................3-25
Adding Washer Fluid.......................................5-41
Additional Program Information........................... 7-9
Additives, Fuel................................................. 5-6
Add-On Electrical Equipment...........................5-100
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)......3-78, 3-90
Air Bag
Readiness Light..........................................3-41
Air Bag Systems.............................................1-51
How Does an Air Bag Restrain?....................1-57
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle.........1-60
What Makes an Air Bag Inate?....................1-57
What Will You See After an Air Bag Inates?......1-58
When Should an Air Bag Inate?...................1-56
Where Are the Air Bags?..............................1-54
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine.................................5-21
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM).......7-10
AM .............................................................3-106
Antenna, Diversity Antenna System..................3-108
Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna
System.....................................................3-109
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)............................ 4-7
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light..............3-44
Appearance Care............................................5-91
Care of Safety Belts....................................5-94
Chemical Paint Spotting...............................5-97Appearance Care (cont.)
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle................5-91
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle..............5-94
Finish Damage............................................5-96
Sheet Metal Damage...................................5-96
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-97
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials................5-98
Weatherstrips..............................................5-94
Ashtrays........................................................3-26
Audio System(s).............................................3-73
Audio Steering Wheel Controls....................3-105
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player...............3-107
Care of Your CD Player..............................3-108
Care of Your CDs......................................3-108
Chime Level Adjustment.............................3-109
Diversity Antenna System............................3-108
Radio with Cassette and CD.........................3-86
Radio with CD............................................3-74
Setting the Time..........................................3-73
Theft-Deterrent Feature...............................3-105
Trunk-Mounted CD Changer........................3-101
Understanding Radio Reception...................3-106
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...........3-109
Automatic Climate Control System.....................3-29
Automatic Door Locks.....................................3-66
Automatic Level Control...................................4-38
Automatic Operation........................................3-30
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Flat Tire........................................................5-79
Flat Tire, Changing.........................................5-80
Fluid
Automatic Transaxle.....................................5-23
Power Steering...........................................5-39
Windshield Washer......................................5-40
FM Stereo....................................................3-106
Fog Lamps....................................................3-16
Following Distance..........................................4-43
Footnotes................................................6-7, 6-14
Front Reading Lamps......................................3-20
Front Storage Area.........................................2-48
Fuel............................................................... 5-5
Additives...................................................... 5-6
California Fuel.............................................. 5-6
Filling a Portable Fuel Container....................5-11
Filling Your Tank........................................... 5-8
Fuels in Foreign Countries.............................. 5-7
Gage.........................................................3-56
Gasoline Octane........................................... 5-5
Gasoline Specications.................................. 5-5
System Inspection.......................................6-23
Fuses
Fuses and Circuit Breakers.........................5-101
Windshield Wiper.......................................5-100G
Gage
Check Gages Warning Light..........................3-54
Engine Coolant Temperature.........................3-47
Fuel..........................................................3-56
Oil Pressure...............................................3-52
Speedometer..............................................3-39
Tachometer.................................................3-40
Voltmeter Gage...........................................3-42
Garage Door Opener.......................................2-44
Gasoline
Octane........................................................ 5-5
Specications............................................... 5-5
Gate Operator and Canadian Programming........2-47
Glove Box.....................................................2-48
GM Mobility Program for Persons with
Disabilities.................................................... 7-5
H
Hazard Warning Flashers................................... 3-6
Head Restraints............................................... 1-7
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.................... 3-9
Headlamp Wiring...........................................5-100
Headlamps....................................................5-53
Bulb Replacement.......................................5-52
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps.............5-54
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-52
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Headlamps On Reminder................................... 3-9
Head-Up Display (HUD)...................................3-22
Heated Seats................................................... 1-5
Highway Hypnosis...........................................4-24
Hill and Mountain Roads..................................4-24
Hitches..........................................................4-42
HomeLink
®Transmitter....................................2-44
HomeLink®Transmitter, Programming................2-45
Hood
Checking Things Under................................5-12
Release.....................................................5-13
Horn............................................................... 3-7
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant
Recovery Tank............................................5-33
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator..................5-35
How to Add Fluid............................................5-25
How to Check................................................5-23
How to Check Power Steering Fluid..................5-40
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter.......5-22
How to Use This Manual...................................... ii
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly...................1-13
Hydroplaning..................................................4-20
I
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine..........5-30
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine...............5-29
If the Light Is Flashing.....................................3-50
If the Light Is On Steady.................................3-50
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard.........................4-28
If You Are Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow.......4-30
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer.....................4-40
Ignition Positions.............................................2-26
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check..........................6-22
Inadvertent Power Battery Saver.......................3-21
Infants and Young Children, Restraints...............1-32
Ination - Tire Pressure...................................5-67
Inspection
Brake System.............................................6-24
Engine Cooling System................................6-24
Exhaust System..........................................6-23
Fuel System...............................................6-23
Part C - Periodic Maintenance.......................6-23
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal.........................................6-23
Throttle System...........................................6-24
Instrument Panel
Cluster.......................................................3-37
Overview..................................................... 3-4
Instrument Panel Brightness.............................3-18
Interior Lamps................................................3-18
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