PONTIAC BONNEVILLE 1993 Owners Manual

Maintenance Schedule
Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services lcont.1
Schedule I
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Maintenance Schedule
Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services [cant.]
Schedule I1
Follow Schedule I1 ONLY if none of
the driving conditions specified in
Schedule
I apply. ITEM TO BE SERVICED
NO. See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance
Services
following Schedules I and II.
WHEN TO PERFORM
Miles (kilometers) or Months
(whichever occurs
first).
8 I Spark Plug Replacement * Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 krn). ~
10 I Air Cleaner Filter Replacement" I Every 30,000 Miles (50 O00 km).
12 1 Supercharger Oil Check (3.8L Code 1 engine only) 1 Every 30,~ Miles (50 OOO km) or 36 Months. I
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The services shown in this schedule up to 45,000 miles (75 000 km) are to be
performed after
45,000 miles at the same intervals.
MILES (000)
KILOMETERS (000)
7.5 37.5 I 45 15 1 22.5 I 30
12.5 I 25 62.5 I 75
37.5 I 50
0 0 0
*An Emission Control Service.
A The US. Environmental Protection Agency
has determined that the failure to perjorm this maintenance item
will not nullify the emission
warranty or limit recall liability prior to the
completion
of vehicle use&l life. General
Motors, however, urges that all recommended
maintenance services be performed at the
indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in Section
E: Maintenance Record.
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Maintenance Schedule
Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services [cant.]
Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services
Below are explanations of the services listed in Schedule I
and Schedule II.
ITEM
NO. SERVICE
1
2
Engine Oil and Filter Change-Always use SG
Energy Conserving II oils of proper viscosity. The
“SG” designation may be shown alone or in
combination with others, such as “SG/CC,”
“SG/CD” or
“SF, SG, CC,” etc. To determine the
preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine (e.g.,
SAE
5W-30 or SAE 10W-30), see the Index under
Engine Oil.
Chassis Lubrication-Lubricate the transaxle shift
linkage, parking brake cable guides, underbody
contact points and linkage. Lubricate the front and
rear suspension and steering linkage. The
proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in
Section D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses
these. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs
done before you or anyone else drives
the vehicle.
ITEM
NO. SERVICE
3
4
Throttle Body Mounting Bolt Torque-Check
the torque
of the mounting bolts and/or nuts.
Tire and Wheel Rotation and Inspection-For
proper wear and maximum tire life, rotate your
tires following the instructions in this manual. See
the
Index under fires, Inspection & Rotation.
Check the tires for uneven wear or damage. If you
see irregular or premature wear, check the wheel
alignment. Check for damaged wheels also.
*An Emission Control Service.
a The US. Environmental Protection Agency has determined that the failure to pe$orm this maintenance item will not nullifL the emission warranty or
limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful life. General Motors, however, urges that all recommended maintenance sewices be
pe$ormed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in Section
E: Maintenance Record.
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ITEM
NO. SERVICE
5 Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection*-
Inspect the belt for cracks, fraying, wear and
proper tension. Replace as needed.
6 Cooling System Service*-Drain, flush and refill
the system with new or approved recycled coolant
conforming
to GM Specification 1825M. Keep
coolant at the proper mixture as specified. See the
Index under Coolant. This provides proper freeze
protection, corrosion inhibitor level and engine
operating temperature.
Inspect hoses and replace if they are cracked,
swollen or deteriorated. Tighten screw-type hose
clamps. Clean the outside of the radiator and air
conditioning condenser. Wash the pressure cap and
neck.
To help ensure proper operation, we recommend a
pressure test
of both the cooling system and the
pressure cap.
ITEM
NO. SERVICE
7 Transaxle Service-Change both the fluid and
filter every
15,000 miles (25 000 km) if the vehicle
is mainly driven under one or more of these
conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside tem-
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police car or delivery
If you
do not use your vehicle under any of
these .conditions, change both the fluid and filter
every
100,000 miles (160 000 km).
with the proper type. See the Index under
Replacement Parts.
perature regularly reaches 90°F (32OC) or higher.
service.
8 Spark Plug Replacement*-Replace spark plugs
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Maintenance Schedule
Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services [cant.]
ITEM
NO. SERVICE
9 Spark Plug Wire Inspection* *-Inspect for
burns, cracks or other damage. Check the boot fit
at the coils and at the spark plugs. Replace wires as
needed.
10 Air Cleaner Filter Replacement*-Replace every
30,000 miles (50 OOO krn) or more often under
dusty conditions. Ask your dealer for the proper
replacement intervals for your driving conditions.
*An Emission Control Service.
ITEM
NO. SERVICE
11 Fuel 'hnk, Cap and Lines Inspection**-
Inspect fuel
tank, cap and lines (including fuel rails
and injection assembly) for damage or leaks.
Inspect fuel cap gasket for an even filler neck
imprint or any damage. Replace parts as needed.
Periodic replacement
of the fuel filter is not
required.
12 Supercharger Oil Check-Check oil every 30,000
miles (50 000 km) or 36 months. Add the proper
synthetic oil. See the
Ida under Recommended
Fluids & Lubricants.
b Re US. Environmental Protection Agency has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nulliJjl the emission warranty or
limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle us@l lije. General Motors, however, urges that all reco\
mmended maintenance services be
performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in Section
E: Maintenance Record.
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Section B: Owner Checks & Services
Listed below are owner checks and services which should
be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure
the
safety, dependability and emission control performance of
your vehicle. Be
sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in
Section
D.
At Each Fuel Fill (It is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill.)
I I i
CHECK
WHAT TO DO OR SERVICE
Engine Oil Level
Engine Coolant Level Check the engine
oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See the Index under Engine Oil for
Check
the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid
Windshield Washer Check the
engine coolant level in the coolant recovery
tank and add the proper coolant mix if
Fluid Level
if necessary. See the Index under Windshield Washer Fluid for further details.
further details.
necessary.
See the
Index under Coolant for further details.
At least Once a Month
CHECK
OR SERVICE WHAT TO DO
Tire Inflation
Check tire
inflation. Make sure they are inflated to the pressures specified on the Tire-Loading
Information label located on the rear edge
of the driver’s door. See the Index under Tires for
further details.
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Maintenance Schedule
Section B: Owner Checks & Services [cant.]
At Least Once a Year
CHECK
OR SERVICE I WHAT TO DO
Key Lock Cylinders I Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Section D.
Body Lubrication Lubricate all
body door hinges. Also lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the
hood, rear compartment, glove box door, console
doors and any folding seat hardware. Section D
tells you what to use.
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Steering Column Lock
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1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see the Index under Parking Brake if necessary) and the
regular brake.
NOTE:
Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it
starts.
3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in P (Park) or N (Neutral).
If the starter works in any other position, your vehicle needs service.
While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to
turn the key to Lock in each shift lever
position.
The key should turn to Lock only when the shift lever is in P (Park).
The key should come out only in Lock.
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CHECK
OR SERVICE I WHAT TO DO
Interlock (BTSI) I
Parking Brake and
Automatic Transaxle
P (Park) Mechanism
Check
Underbody Flushing When
you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly.
If it does, you or others
b could be injured. Follow the steps below.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enougl- - >om around the vehicle. It shoulc -e parked on a
level surface.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake (see the Index under Parking Brake if necessary).
NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move.
3. With the engine off, turn the key to the Run position, but don’t start the engine. Without
applying the regular brake,
try to move the shift lever out of P (Park) with normal effort. If
the shift lever moves
out of P (Park), your vehicle’s BTSI needs service.
When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be
L injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle
in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move.
PalR ull a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular
brake, set the parking brake.
To check the parking brake: With the engine running and transaxle in N (Neutral), slowly
remove
foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the
parking brake only.
To check the P (Park) mechanism’s holding ability: Shift to P (Park). Then release all brakes.
At least every spring, use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the underbody. Take
care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect.
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