maintenance PONTIAC FIREBIRD 1998 Service Manual

I - Long Tkipmighway Maintenance Schedule,
The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles
( 166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles
(166
000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown
at
150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at
the same interval after 150,000 miles
(240 000 km).
See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Periodic
Maintenance Inspections’’ following.
Footnotes
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California Air Resources
Board has determined that the
failure to
perform this maintenance item will not nullify
the emission warranty
or limit recall liability prior to the
completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however,
urge that all recommended maintenance services be
performed
at the indicated intervals and the maintenance
be recorded.
+ A good time to check your brakes is during tire
rotation. See “Brake System Inspection” under
“Periodic Maintenance Inspections” in Part
C of
this schedule.
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I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule
7,500 Miles (12 500 km)
17 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Change the rear axle gear lubricant if the vehicle has limited-slip differential.
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the I\
ndex for proper
An Emission Control Service.
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
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0
0
Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Sewice.
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven
under one or more
of these conditions:
- In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches
- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
MILEAGE
90°F (32°C) or higher.
0
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid
andfilter every
50,000 miles (83 000 km).
Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the I\
ndex for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote
+.)
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Long Tripmighway Maintenance Scheduk
22,500 Miles (37 500 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs fist).
Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper
An Emission Control Service.
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
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ACTUAL SERVICED BY:
30,000 Miles (50 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs fist).
17 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven
MILEAGE An Emission Control Service.
under one or more of these conditions:
- In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches
- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
90°F (32°C) or higher.
Ifyou do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid
andfilter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km),
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
An Emission Control Service.
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper
0 Replace air cleaner filter.
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I Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 1
0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket
for any damage. Replace parts as needed.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)
37,500 Miles (62 500 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the I\
ndex for proper
An Emission Control Service.
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
45,000 Miles (75 000 km)
Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven
An Emission Control Service.
under one or more of these conditions:
- In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly r\
eaches
- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
90°F (32°C) or higher.
(Continued)
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Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule
67,500 Miles (I12 500 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper
An Emission Control Service.
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
75,000 Miles (I25 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven
An Emission Control Service.
under one or more of these conditions:
- In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly r\
eaches
- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid
andfilter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km).
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
90°F (32°C) or higher.
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper
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Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule
90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued)
0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket
for any damage. Replace
parts as needed.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote
+.)
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper
97,500 Miles (162 500 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper
An Emission Control Service.
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
100,000 Miles (166 000 km)
0 Inspect spark plug wires.
An Emission Control Service.
0 Replace spark plugs.
0 If you haven’t used your vehicle under severe service conditions lis\
ted
An Emission Control Service.
previously and, therefore, haven’t changed your automatic tran\
smission
fluid, change both the fluid and filter. Manual transmission fl\
uid doesn’t
require change.
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At Least Twice a Year Automatic Transmission Check
Restraint System Check
Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your
belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are
working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged
safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might
keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it
repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced.
Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings,
and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system
does not need regular maintenance.)
Wiper Blade Check
Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade
inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or
miss areas of the windshield. Also see “Wiper Blades,
Cleaning” in the Index.
Manual Transmission Check
Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See
‘‘Manual Transmission” in the Index. Check for leaks. A
fluid loss may indicate a problem. Have the system
inspected and repaired if needed. Check the transmission
fluid level; add
if needed. See
“Automatic Transmission” in the Index. A fluid
loss
may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair
if needed.
Hydraulic Clutch System Check
Check the fluid level in the clutch reservoir. See
“Hydraulic Clutch Fluid” in the Index.
A fluid loss in
this system could indicate a problem. Have the system
inspected and repaired at once.
At Least Once a Year
Key Lock Cylinders Service
Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant
specified in
Part D.
Body Lubrication Service
Lubricate all body door hinges. Also lubricate all hinges
and latches, including those for the hood, headlamp door
assemblies, rear compartment, console doors and any
folding seat hardware.
Part D tells you what to use.
More frequent lubrication may
be required when
exposed to a corrosive environment.
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Part C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections
Listed below are inspections and services which should
be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each
spring and fall). You should let your dealer’s service
department or other qualified service center do these
jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed
at once.
Proper procedures to perform these services may be
found in a service manual. See “Service and Owner
Publications” in the Index.
Steering and Suspension Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering
system for damaged, loose or missing
parts, signs of
wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering
lines
and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks.
cracks, chafing, etc.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body
near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged,
missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams,
holes, loose connections or other conditions which could
cause a heat build-up in the floor pan
or could let
exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust”
in
the Index.
Engine Cooling System Inspection
Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are
cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect a11 pipes,
fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside
of the radiator
and air conditioning condenser. To help
ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling
system and pressure cap is recommended at least once
a year.
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Part E: Maintenance Record
After the scheduled services are performed, record the Services” or “Periodic Maintenance”\
can be added on
date, odometer reading and who performed the service the following record pages. Also, you should retain dl
in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. maintenance r\
eceipts. Your owner information portfolio
Any additional information from “Owner Checks and
is a convenient place to store them.
I
Maintenance Record
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Maintenance Record
ODOMETER I
READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED
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