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General| Brand | Pontiac |
|---|---|
| Model | 1999 Grand Am |
| Category | Automobile |
| Language | English |
How to use safety belts properly and things you should not do with them.
Guidance for adults on wearing safety belts correctly, focusing on driver and passenger positions.
Explanation of the vehicle's air bag system, including 'Next Generation' frontal air bags.
Instructions for starting the 2.4L L4 and 3400 V6 engines, including cold weather tips.
Explanation of automatic transaxle operation, including shift lever positions and cautions.
How to use cruise control, including setting speed, increasing/reducing speed, and safety cautions.
Overview of the instrument panel components, including gauges and warning lights.
Explanation of various warning lights and gages and what they indicate about the vehicle's status.
Details on the climate control system, including MAX, VENT, and BI-LEVEL modes.
Methods for clearing front and side windows, including front defroster and side window defoggers.
Key advice on driving defensively, emphasizing awareness and maintaining a safe following distance.
The dangers of drinking and driving, effects on driving skills, and Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC).
Details on braking action, perception time, reaction time, and stopping distances.
How the anti-lock braking system works and what to expect during its self-test.
Understanding what happens during loss of control, including skidding types and avoidance.
Tips for safe night driving, including defensive driving and night vision considerations.
Challenges of driving in rain and on wet roads, including hydroplaning and wet brakes.
Checklist and advice for preparing your vehicle and yourself for a long trip.
Step-by-step instructions for towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground.
Information on vehicle weight capacity, tire-loading labels, and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).
Cautions and important points to consider when deciding to tow a trailer.
Safety cautions and step-by-step instructions for jump starting a vehicle's battery.
Safety cautions and proper towing equipment usage to avoid vehicle damage and injury.
What to do if the engine overheats, including steam warnings and notices.
What to expect and do if a tire blows out or leaks air slowly.
Safety cautions and steps for changing a flat tire, including using the jack.
Methods to free a stuck vehicle, including cautions about spinning wheels and the 'rocking' technique.
Recommendations for using unleaded gasoline, octane ratings, and avoiding knocking noises.
Safety cautions and steps for filling the fuel tank, including handling gasoline vapor.
Safety cautions and procedures for checking fluids, lubricants, and parts under the hood.
Checking engine oil level, adding oil, and what kind of engine oil to use.
Details on DEX-COOL engine coolant, its properties, and how to add coolant when low.
Importance of tire maintenance, inflation, and inspection, including tire pressure monitor system.
Maintenance intervals for various mileages, including engine oil, tire rotation, and emission services.
Lists recommended fluids and lubricants by name, part number, or specification for vehicle maintenance.
Overview of the Roadside Assistance program, services provided, and contact numbers.
