air filter PONTIAC BONNEVILLE 1997 Owners Manual

Air Cleaner
The air cleaner and filter are on the driver’s side of the
engine compartment.
1. Remove the Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
cover that is located to the driver’s side of the air
cleaner assembly. Unscrew
the retaining screws and
remove the
PCM cover.
2. Remove the screws on the air cleaner housing cover.
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3. Remove the air intake hose that is fitted over the
throttle body by pulling the hose upward and away
from the throttle body which
is located near the top
of the engine. After detaching the hose from the
throttle body, pull back the entire rear portion of the
air cleaner
by pulling upward and rearward.
4. Replace the air filter.
5. Reinstall the rear section of the air cleaner.
6. Reattach the air intake hose.
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to
replace the air filter.
See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index.
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Capacities and Spc Ltions
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to “Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants’’ in the Index for more information.
Automatic Transaxle AT (Overdrive)
Pan Removal and Replacement ......... ........................................ 6.0 quarts (6.1 L)
After Complete Overhaul .......................................................... 11 quarts (10.4 L)
Cooling System ................................................................. 13 quarts (12.3 L)
Engine Crankcase ............................................................... 4.5 quarts (4.3L)
When draining or replacing torque conver,ter, more fluid may be needed.
.......
Oil change with filter change
FuelTank ........................... ................................ 18 gallons (68 L)
Tire Pressures ................................... See Tire-Loading Information label on the driver’s door.
Refrigerant (R=134a), Air Conditioning ....................... See refrigerant charge label under the hood.
WheelNutTorque ............................................................ 100 lb-ft (140 N-m)
NOTE: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level, as recommended in this manual.
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be
sure the proper refrigerant is used.
If you’re not sure, ask your Pontiac dealer.
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Engine Specifications
3800 Series I1 Engine (L36)
VIN Engine Code K
Type V6
Displacement
3.8 Liters
Horsepower 205-hp
Firing Order 1-6-5-4-3-2
Thermostat Temperature 195°F (91OC)
3800 Series I1 Supercharged Engine (L67)
VIN Engine Code 1
Type V6
Displacement 3.8
Liters
Horsepower 240-
hp
Firing Order 1-6-5-4-3-2
Thermostat Temperature 195°F (91OC)
Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts
Air Cleaner Filter ............ AC Type A-1096C
Engine Oil Filter
.............. AC Type PF-47
Transaxle Filter
.......... GM Part No. 865 1909
Spark Plugs .................. AC Type 41-921
Gap:
0.060 inch (1.52 mm)
Windshield Wiper Blades
Type
..................................
Length .................... 22 inches (56 cm)
Pin
Vehicle Dimensions
Wheelbase ........... 110.8 inches (28 1.4 cm)
Tread Width Front
................. 60.4 inches (153.4 cm)
Rear
.................. 60.3 inches (153.2 cm)
Length
............... 201.9 inches (512.8 cm)
Height
.............. 55.7 inches (141.5 cm)
Width ........ + ........ 74.6 inches (1 89.5 cm)
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Maintenance Schedule
1 Short Trip/City Definition I
Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if any
one of these conditions is true for your vehicle:
Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
This is particularly important when outside
temperatures are below freezing.
Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
driving in stop-and-go traffic).
Most trips are through dusty areas.
You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of
your vehicle.
If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi
or other commercial application.
One of the reasons you should follow this schedule
if you operate your vehicle under any of these
conditions is that these conditions cause engine
oil to break down sooner.
Short Trip/City Intervals
Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or
3 months, whichever occurs first).
Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Chassis Lubrication
(or
6 months, whichever occurs first). Tire Rotation.
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter
Inspection, if driving in dusty conditions.
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter
Replacement. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection.
Supercharger Oil Check (or every
36 months,
whichever occurs first)
(3.8L Code 1 engine only).
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle
Service (severe conditions only).
Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory
Drive Belt Inspection.
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire
Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement.
Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System
Service (or every
60 months, whichever occurs first).
These intervals only summarize maintenance services.
Be sure to
follow the complete maintenance schedule on
the following pages.
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Maintenance Schedule
Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the
conditions
from the Short Trip/City Maintenance
Schedule is true.
Do not use this schedule if the vehicle
is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area or used
off
paved roads. Use the Short Trip/City schedule for
these conditions.
Driving a vehicle with a fdy warmed engine
under highway conditions causes engine
oil to
break down slower.
Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
Chassis Lubrication (or every
12 months, whichever
occurs first). Tire Rotation.
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Supercharger Oil
Check (or every
36 months, whichever occurs first)
(3.8L Code 1 engine only). Air Cleaner Filter
Replacement. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection.
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle
Service (severe conditions only).
Every 60,000 Miles (100 0100 km): Engine Accessory
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire
Every 150,0001 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System
Drive Belt Inspection.
Inspection.
Spark Plug Replacement.
Service (or every
60 months, whichever occurs first).
These intervals only summarize maintenance services.
Be sure
to follow the complete maintenance schedule on
the following
pages.
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Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule ~ ~~
15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are
driving
in dusty conditions. Replace
filter
if necessary.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)
DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE
18,000 Miles (30 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
Lubricate chassis components (or every
6 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote
#.)
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation”
in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information.
(See footnote
+.)
ITE I ACTUAL MILEAGE I SERVICED BY: I
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I Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule I
27,000 Miles (45 000 km)
Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
30,000 Miles (50 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or ev'ery
3 months, whkhever occurs first),
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every
6 months, whkhever occurs first).
(See footnote
#.)
Replace air cleaner filter.
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 "f)
An Emission Control Service.
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I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I
42,000 Miles (70 000 km)
Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every
6 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote
#.)
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation”
in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information.
(See footnote
+.)
DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE
45,000 Miles (75 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are
driving in dusty conditions. Replace
filter
if necessary.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote-f..)
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I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I
57,000 Miles (95 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
DATE
ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY
60,000 Miles (100 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every
6 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote
#.)
0 Inspect engine accessory drive belt.
An Emission Control Service.
0 Replace air cleaner filter.
An Emission Control Service.
0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage
or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any
d'amage. Replace parts
as needed.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)
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