PONTIAC FIREBIRD 1994 Service Manual

Seats and Restraint Systems
Checking Your
Restraint Systems
Now and then, make sure all your
belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors,
anchorages and reminder systems are
working properly,
Look for any loose
parts or damage. If you see anything that
might keep a restraint system from doing
its job, have it repaired.
Replacing Safety Belts
after
a Crash
[f you’ve had a crash, do you need new
belts?
After
a very minor collision, nothing
may be necessary. But if the belts were
stretched, as they would be
if worn during
a more severe crash, then you need new
belts.
Sf belts are cut or damaged, replace them.
Collision damage also may mean you
will need to have safety belt or seat parts
repaired or replaced. New parts and
repairs may be necessary even if the belt
wasn’t being used at the time of the
collision.
Q: What’s wrong with this?
A: The belt is torn.
Torn or frayed belts may not protect you
in a crash. They can rip apart under
impact forces.
If a belt is torn or frayed,
get a new one right away.
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Here you can learn about the
many standard and optional
features on your Pontiac.
And
information on starting. shifting
and braking
. Also explained are
the instrument panel and the
warning systems that tell you
if
everything is working properly
- and what to do if you have a
problem
.
Keys .......
Door Locks . .
Part 2
Features & Controls
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Theft and Theft Deterrents ...........................................
New Vehicle “Break-In” ............................................
Ignitionswitch ....................................................
Automatic Transmission ............................................
ManualTransmission ...............................................
Limited-Slip Rear Axle .............................................
Parking ..........................................................
EngineExhaust ...................................................
Windows ........................................................
Horn ............................................................
Tiltwheel ........................................................
The Turn Signal/Headlight Beam Lever ................................
Mirrors ..........................................................
Twin Lift-off Roof Panels ...........................................
Storage and Compartments ..........................................
SunVisors .......................................................
AshtrayandLighter ................................................
Instrument Panel and Cluster .........................................
ConvertibleTop ...................................................
Starting Your Engine ...............................................
Operation of Lights ................................................
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Features and Controls
Keys
'he ignition keys are for the ignition on14 ihe door keys are for the doors and all
bther locks.
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When a new Firebird is delivered, the
dealer removes the plugs from the door
keys and gives them to the first owner.
The ignition keys don’t have plugs.
Instead they have bar-coded key tags.
These tags may be removed by your
dealer or even before the car is delivered
to your dealer.
Each plug has a code
on it that tells your
dealer or a qualified locksmith how to
make extra door keys. Keep the plugs in
a
safe place. If you lose your door keys,
you’ll be able to have
new ones made
using these plugs.
If you need a new ignition key, go to your
Pontiac dealer who can obtain the correct
key code. In an emergency, call Pontiac
Roadside Assistance at
1 -800-ROADSIDE.
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NOTICE:
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Your Pontiac has a number of new
features that can help prevent theft.
But you can have a lot of trouble get-
ting into your vehicle if you ever lock
your keys inside. You may even have
to damage your vehicle to get in.
So
be sure you have extra keys. Pontiac
also supplies a key card that you can
use if you don’t have your keys,
so
be sure to keep this key card with
you at all times.
Door Locks
There are several ways to lock and unlock
your vehicle:
From the outside: Use your door key.
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Features and Controls
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From the inside: To lock the door, move
the lock control on the door back.
To unlock the door, move the lock control
on the door forward.
Power Door Locks (Option)
Push the power door lock switch to lock
or unlock both doors at once.
The switch only works when the ignition
switch is
in “Run” or “Acc”, or when
RAP
is present. (See “Retained
Accessory Power” in the Index.)
Leaving Your Vehicle
If you are leaving the vehicle, take your
keys, open your door and set the locks
from inside. Then get out and close the
door.
:emote Lock Control (Option)
F your Pontiac has this option, you can
Ick and unlock your doors or unlock our hatch from about
30 feet (9 m) using
le key chain transmitter supplied with
our vehicle.
‘our Remote Lock Control operates on a
3dio frequency subject to Federal
lommunications Commission (FCC)
!des
.
’his device complies with Part 15 of the
‘CC Rules. Operation is subject
to the
Alowing two conditions:
(1) This device
lay not cause harmful interference, and
2) This device must accept any
lterference received, including
lterference that may cause undesired
peration.
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Should interference to this system occur,
try this:
0 Check to determine if battery
replacement is necessary. See the
instructions on battery replacement.
0 Check the distance. You may be too
far from your vehicle. This product
has a maximum range.
Check the location. Other vehicles or
objects may be blocking the signal.
0 See your Pontiac dealer or a qualified
technician for service.
Changes or modifications to this system
by other than an authorized service
facility could void authorization
to use
this equipment.
Operation
The driver’s door will unlock automatically when “UNLOCK’
is
pressed. If “UNLOCK” is pressed again
within five seconds, the passenger door
will also unl‘ock. All doors will lock when
“DOQR’ is pressed. The hatch will
unlock when the opened trunk symbol is
pressed, but only when the ignition switch is
not in “Run”, and the transmission is
in
“P” (Park) if you have an automatic
transmission. If you have a manual
transmission, the parking brake must
be set.
The system will turn on the interior lights
for about
40 seconds, or until the ignition
switch is turned to “Run”, when you
unlock the doors or hatch. The interior
lights
will come on for about two seconds
when you lock the doors.
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your
Vehicle
Each key chain transmitter is coded to
prevent another transmitter from
unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter
is lost or stolen, a replacement can be
purchased through your dealer.
Remember to bring any remaining
transmitters with you when you go to
your dealer. When the dealer matches the
replacement transmitter to your vehicle,
the remaining transmitter must also be
matched. Once the new transmitter is
coded, the lost transmitter will not unlock
your vehicle. You
can match a transmitter to as many
different vehicles as you own, provided
they are equipped with exactly the same
model system. (General Motors offers
several different models of these systems
on their vehicles.) Each vehicle can have
onlv two transmitters matched to
it.
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Features and Controls
To match transmitters to your vehicle:
1. Find the Data Link Connector (DLC).
It is in the bottom of the instrument
panel near the steering column.
2. Insert one end of a fused jumper into
terminal
“G.” Terminal “G” is the top
terminal on the far right.
jumper into terminal
“A.” Terminal
“A” is the bottom terminal on the far
left.
3. Insert the other end of the fused
You have grounded the program input
line. You should hear the door locks lock
and unlock within one to three seconds. Nhen
matching transmitters, the first
ransmitter code matched will be stored
in
loth memories until a second transmitter
s matched. This means that the second
ransmitter will not work until it is
natched in step
5.
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5.
. a.
7.
Press any button on the first
transmitter. The door locks should
lock and unlock.
Press any button on the second
transmitter. The door locks should
lock and unlock.
Remove the fused jumper from the DLC. The system will not work unless
the jumper is removed.
Check that all the buttons on both
transmitters work correctly.
[f the transmitters don’t work, or if you’d
rather not match the transmitters yourself,
see your Pontiac dealer.
Battery Replacement
&der normal use, the batteries in your
rey chain transmitter should last about
:wo years.
You can tell the batteries are weak
if the
:ransmitter won’t work at the normal
-ange in any location.
If you have to get
:lose to your vehicle before the
:ransmitter works, it’s probably time to
:hange the batteries.
I‘o replace batteries in the Remote Lock
Zontrol:
1. Pop the cover off by inserting a dime
(or similar object)
in the slot between
the covers and twisting.
first.
2. Lift off the front cover, bottom half
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3.
4.
Remove and replace the batteries.
Use two Duracell@ batteries, type
DL2016, or a similar type. Put new
batteries in printed side down.
Replace the front cover. Make sure the
cover is on tightly
so water won’t get
in.
latch Release
{our door key opens the hatch.

Remote Hatch Release (Option)
’ress the switch under the light controls
o unlock the hatch from inside your
Jehicle. If you have an automatic
ransmission, your shift lever must be
n “P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral) to use the
;witch. If you have a manual transmission
md the ignition switch is
in “Run”, you
nust set the parking brake before you can
Ise
the switch.
The switch only works when the ignition
;witch is in “Run” or “Acc”, or when
IAP is present. (See “Retained
4ccessory Power” in the Index.)
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Features and Controls
NOTICE:
If you put things in the hatchback
area, be sure they won’t break the
glass when you close it. Never slam
.the hatch down. You could break the
glass or damage the defogger grid
(if equipped).
Theft
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in
some cities. Although your Pontiac has a
number of theft-deterrent features, we
know that nothing we put on it can make
it impossible to steal. However, there are
ways you can help.
Key in the ignition: If you walk away
from your vehcle with the keys inside,
it’s an easy target for joy riders or
professional thieves
- so don’t do it.
When you park your Pontiac and open
the driver’s door, ydu’ll heai a tone
reminding you to remove your key from
the ignition and take it with you, Always
do this. Your steering wheel will be
locked, and
so will your ignition. If you
have an automatic transmission, taking your key out also locks your transmission.
And remember to lock the doors.
Parking at Night: Park in a lighted spot,
close all windows and lock your vehicle.
Remember to keep your valuables out of
sight. Put
them in a storage area, or take
them with you.
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Parking Lots: If you park in a lot where
someone will be watching your vehicle,
it's best to lock it up and take your keys.
But what if you have to leave your
ignition key? What if you have to leave
something valuable in your vehicle?
Put your valuables in a storage area,
like your glove
box.
0 Lock the glove box.
0 Lock all the doors except the driver's.
Then take the door key with you.
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GM -
I PASS-Key@IZ
four vehicle is equipped with the
-'ASS-Key@II (Personalized Automotive
iecurity System) theft-deterrent system.
-'ASS-Key@II is a passive theft-deterrent
iystem.
This means you don't have to do
mything different to
arm or disarm the
iystem. It works when you insert or
'emove the key from the ignition.
-'ASS-Key@II uses a resistor pellet in
he ignition key that matches a decoder
n your vehicle. When
the PASS-Key@II system senses
that someone is using the wrong key, it
shuts down the vehicle's starter and fuel
systems. For about three minutes, the
starter won't work and fuel won't
go to
the engine. If someone tries to start your
vehicle again or uses another key -during
this time, the vehicle will not start. This
discourages someone from randomly
trying different keys with different
resistor pellets in an attempt to make a
match.
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