trunk release PONTIAC FIERO 1988 Service Repair Manual

OB-4 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Tire and wheel operation - Be alert to a vibra-
tion of the steering wheel or seat at normal highway
speeds. This may mean a wheel balance is needed. Also, a
pull right or left on a straight, level road may show the
need for
a tire pressure adjustment or wheel alignment.
Steering system operation - Be alert to
changes in steering action. An inspection is needed when
the steering wheel is harder to turn or has too much free
play or if unusual sounds are noted when turning or
parking.
Headlight aim operation - Take note of light
pattern occasionally. If beam aim doesn't look right,
headlights should be adjusted.
AT EACH FUEL FILL
Engine oil level check - Check engine oil level
and add if necessary. See your Owner's
Manual for further
details.
NOTICE: A large loss in this system may indicate a
problem. Have it inspected and repaired at once.
Engine coolant level and condition - Check
engine coolant level in coolant reservoir tank and add if
necessary. Replace if dirty or rusty. See your Owner's
Manual for further details.
NOTICE: A large loss in this system may indicate a
problem. Have it inspected and repaired at once.
Windshield washer fluid level check -- Check
washer fluid level in container and add if necessary.
Hood latch operation - When opening hood on
cars equipped with hoods that open from the front, note
the operation of secondary latch. It should keep hood from
opening all the way when primary latch is released. Make
sure that hood closes firmly.
AT LEAST MONTI-ILY
Tire and wheel inspection and pressure
check--
Check tires for abnormal wear or damage. Also,
check for damaged wheels. Keep pressures as shown on
Tire Placard on the driver's door (include spare unless it is
a stowaway). Pressure should b\: checked when tires are
"cold". See "Tires" in Owner's Manual for further
infomation.
Light operation check - Check operation of
license plate light, side-marker lights, headlights includ-
ing high beams, parking lights, taillights, brake lights.
turn signals, backup lights, instrument panel and interior
lights and hazard warning flashers.
Fluid leak check - After the car has been parked
for a while, inspect the surface beneath the car for water,
oil, fuel or other fluids. Water dripping from the air
conditioning system after use is normal. If you notice fuel
leaks or fumes, the cause should be found and corrected at
once.
AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR (FOR EXAMPLE,
EVERY SPRING AND FALL)
Power steering pump fluid level check --
Check power steering pump fluid level in accordance with
Owner's Manual instructions and keep at proper level.
NOTICE: A large loss in this system may indicate a
problem. Have it inspected and repaired at once.
Brake master cylinder reservoir fluid level
check ---- Check fluid and keep at proper level. Note: It is
normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the
brake pads wear
- so be sure to keep reservoir filled.
NOTICE: A large loss in this system may indicate a
problem. Have
it inspected and repaired at once.
Clutch system service --- manual transmis-
sionltransaxle --- For cars equipped with hydraulic
clutch system, check the reservoir fluid level and add fluid
as required. All others, check clutch pedal free travel and
adjust as necessary. See your Owner's Manual for further
details.
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NOTICE: A large loss in this system may indicate a
problem. Have it inspected and repaired at once.
Weatherstrip Lubrication - Clean surface and
then apply a thin film of silicone grease with a clean cloth.
EACH TIME OIL IS CHANGED
Automatic and manual transmissionltrans-
axle fluid level check - Check transmission/transaxle
fluid level and add as required. (Corvette only) if equipped
with manual transmission
- check fluid in the overdrive
unit and add as required.
NOTICE: A large loss in this system may indicate a
problem. Have
it inspected and repaired at once.
Brake systems inspection - For convenience,
the following should be done when wheels are removed
for rotation: Inspect lines and hoses for proper hookup,
binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake
pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Also in-
spect drum brake linings for wear and cracks. Inspect
other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, park-
ing brake, etc. at the same time. Check parking brake
adjustment.
INSPECT BRAKES MORE OFTEN IF DRIVING
HABITS OR CONDITIONS RESULT IN FREQUENT
BRAKING.
Steering, suspension and front drive axle
boot and seal inspection
- Inspect front and rear
suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or
missing parts, signs of wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect
power steering lines and hoses for proper hookup, bind-
ing, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. (On cars equipped with
manual steering gear, check for seal leakage.) On
front-
wheel-drive cars, clean then inspect drive axle boot seals
for damage, tears or leakage. Replace seals if necessary.
Exhaust system inspection - Inspect complete
system. Inspect 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 condi-
tions which could cause a heat buildup in the tloor pan or
could let exhaust fumes seep into the trunk or passenger
compartment.

8H.8 ROOF - F STYLE
THREE PIECE CENTER
UPPER POLYCARBONATE FINISHING MOLDING GLASS (1 BAR)
CHANNEL 1
VERTICAL WALL
SECTION A-A
MOLDING ASSEMBLY
A ATTACHING SCREWS
Fig. 10 - Center Upper Finishing Molding (T-bar)
5. Push the release lever located on the side of the
tonneau panel to release the rear bow.
6. Raise the rear bow to its vertical position.
7. Press the tonneau panel release switch to release
tonneau panel.
8. Raise the tonneau panel to its vertical position.
9. Lower the rear bow to its original position.
NOTICE: Before lowering the top, make sure
there are no items in the top storage area.
10. Rotate
each top latching handle outboard to
release the top from the windshield header.
11. Grasp
the front edge of the top header bow; lift
upward and rearward.
N OTI C E: Avoid jamming the convertible top
bows against one another which could result in
damage to the bows or top cover.
12. Push the
No. 2 bow rearward and slowly bring
the top rearward until it is all the way down.
13. Lower
and latch the tonneau panel. Make sure
the tonneau panel is latched securely by gently
lifting up on both forward ends of the tonneau
panel.
NOTICE: Do not sit or place excessive weight on
the tonneau panel when the top is down. Damage
to the tonneau panel may result.
14. Return the rear seatback to the upright position.
Make sure it is locked by pushing forward and
rearward on the top of the seatback.
TO RAISE TOP
NOTICE: The vehicle must be parked on a level
surface with trunk lid closed.
1. Set the parking brake and shift automatic
transmission to
"PARK" (Manual Transmission
to
"REVERSE").
2. Turn the ignition to "RUN" position.
Lower the side windows.
Unlock the rear seatback, and fold it down.
Press the tonneau panel release switch to release
tonneau panel.
Raise the tonneau panel to its vertical position.
Grasp the top header bow, lift and slowly raise
the top.
Continue to raise the top until it is against the
windshield header.
Press downward with the palm of your hand until
the guide pins drop into the windshield header.
While holding the top in place, rotate each
latching handle forward, securing the top the
windshield header.
Raise the rear bow to its vertical position.
Lower the latch the tonneau panel. Make sure the
tonneau panel is latched securely by gently lifting
up on both forward ends of the tonneau panel.
Lower the rear bow and align the pin on the rear
bow into the hole in the tonneau panel.
Pull the release lever located on the side of the
tonneau panel to secure the rear bow.
Return the rear
seatback(s) to the upright
position. Make sure it is locked by pushing
forward and rearward on the top of the
seatback(s).
NOTICE: Do not sit or place excessive weight on
the top when the top is in its up position. Damage
to the top may result.
HEADER INNER GARNISH
Fig. 11
Remove or Disconnect
1. Sunshades
2. Screw (3)
3. Header inner garnish (2)
Install or Connect
1. Header inner garnish
2. Screw (3)
3. Sunshades
(4)