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Pontiac 1998 Grand Am User Manual

Pontiac 1998 Grand Am
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Pontiac 1998 Grand Am Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPontiac
Model1998 Grand Am
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Seats and Seat Controls

Information on adjusting seats, reclining seatbacks, and head restraints.

Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone

Proper use of safety belts and the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly

Detailed instructions for adults on wearing lap-shoulder belts correctly for optimal protection.

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)

Details on the vehicle's air bag system, its function, and interaction with safety belts.

Rear Seat Passengers

Importance of buckling up rear seat passengers and how to wear lap-shoulder belts properly.

Section 2 Features and Controls

Ignition Positions

Explanation of the different positions of the ignition switch and their functions.

Starting Your Engine

Procedures for starting the vehicle's engine for both automatic and manual transmissions.

Automatic Transaxle Operation

How to operate the four-speed automatic transaxle, including shift lever positions and precautions.

Manual Transaxle Operation

Instructions on operating the manual transaxle, including shift patterns and clutch usage.

Cruise Control (If Equipped)

How to use cruise control, including setting, resuming, and safety cautions.

Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators

Explanation of various warning lights, gauges, and indicators on the instrument panel.

Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems

Climate Control System with Air Conditioning

Detailed operation of the climate control system, including fan, temperature, and mode controls.

Heating

How the heating system works, including vent, heater, and blend settings.

Defrosting and Defogging

Procedures for defrosting the windshield and defogging side windows.

Audio Systems

Overview of the Delco Electronics audio system and its controls.

Theft-Deterrent Feature

How to activate, unlock, and disable the radio's theft-deterrent feature.

Section 4 Your Driving and the Road

Defensive Driving

Principles of defensive driving, including maintaining following distance and expecting the unexpected.

Drunken Driving

Dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol, including BAC effects and legal limits.

Skidding

Causes and types of skids (braking, steering, acceleration) and how to handle them.

Driving at Night

Tips for safer night driving, including visibility and fatigue management.

Winter Driving

Preparations and tips for safe driving in winter conditions.

Towing a Trailer

Essential safety rules and advice for safely towing a trailer with the vehicle.

Section 5 Problems on the Road

Jump Starting

Safe procedures for jump starting a vehicle with a dead battery using jumper cables.

Towing Your Vehicle

General information and procedures for towing the vehicle safely and without damage.

Engine Overheating

What to do if the engine overheats, including safety precautions and steam indications.

Changing a Flat Tire

Step-by-step instructions and safety precautions for changing a flat tire.

If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow

Techniques for getting the vehicle unstuck from difficult terrain, including the "rocking" method.

Section 6 Service and Appearance Care

Fuel

Specifications and recommendations for vehicle fuel, including octane ratings and potential issues.

Engine Oil

Importance of engine oil, checking levels, and when to change it.

Automatic Transaxle Fluid

When to check and change automatic transaxle fluid, and how to check the level.

Engine Coolant

Explanation of the cooling system, coolant types, and properties of a 50/50 mixture.

Brakes

Information about the brake system, including brake fluid and its level.

Tires

General information about tires, including maintenance and safety.

Appearance Care

General advice on cleaning products and safety precautions.

Section 7 Maintenance Schedule

Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services

Explanation of scheduled maintenance services and when they should be performed.

Short Trip/City Intervals

Specific maintenance services and intervals for short trip/city driving conditions.

Long Trip/Highway Intervals

Specific maintenance services and intervals for long trip/highway driving conditions.

Part B: Owner Checks and Services

Regular checks and services owners should perform to maintain vehicle condition.

Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections

Important inspections to be performed by a dealer or qualified service center.

Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

List of recommended fluids and lubricants, including part numbers and specifications.

Part E: Maintenance Record

A log for recording vehicle maintenance services performed.

Section 8 Customer Assistance Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Steps to follow if a customer concern is not resolved satisfactorily at the dealership.

Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program

Details of the roadside assistance program, services provided, and contact information.

Reporting Safety Defects TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT

How to report vehicle safety defects to NHTSA.

Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors

How to report vehicle safety defects directly to General Motors.

1998 PONTIAC SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION

SERVICE MANUALS

Description of the service manuals covering vehicle diagnosis and repair.

OWNER’S INFORMATION

Owner publications written for basic operational information about the vehicle.

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