ECU PONTIAC FIREBIRD 1995 Owners Manual

Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If
the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt
Extender” at the end of this section.
Make sure the release button on the buckle is
positioned
so you would be able to unbuckle the
safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle
end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt.
The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on
the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies
force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less
likely to slide under the lap belt.
If you slid under it, the
cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt
should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These
parts
of the body are best able to take belt restraining
forces. ~
belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could
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2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.
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If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until
you can buckle it.
Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.
If the belt is not long enough, see “Safety Belt
Extender” at the end
of this section. Make sure the
release button on the buckle is positioned
so you
would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if
you ever had to.
3. To make the
end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part.
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Child Restraints
Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraiDt. You
may find these instructions on the restraint itself or hi a
booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system in
your vehicle, but the child also has to be secured within
the restraint to help reduce the chance
of personal injury.
The instructions that come with the infant or child
restraint
will show you how to do that.
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Where to Put the Restraint
Accident statistics show that children are safer if they
are restrained
in the rear rather than the fi-ont seat. We at
General Motors therefore recommend that
you put your
child restraint in the rear seat.
Never put a rear-facing
child restraint in tie front passenger seat. Here's why:
. .. .i .. '. Wherever you install it, be sure to secure the 63;lild
restraint properly.
Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint ;can move
around in a collision or sudden stop and injurepeople in
the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child
restraint in your vehicle -- even when no childis in it.
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Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat
Position
You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part
about the top strap
if the chld restraint has one.
1. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions
for the child restraint.
2. Secure the child in the child restraint as the
instructions say.
3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder
portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or
around the restraint. The child restraint instructions
will show you how. Tilt the latch plate to adjust the
belt if needed.
If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or
neck, put it behind the child restraint.
4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is
positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the
safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
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5. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while
you push down on the child restraint.
6. Push and pull the child restraint in different
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s
safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt
will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult
or larger child passenger.
directions to be sure it is secure.
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right
Front Seat Position
Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never
put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why:
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You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part
about the top strap if the child restraint has one.
You’ll need a safety locking clip to properly secure a
child restraint in this position.
You can get a locking clip
where child restraints are sold, or from you Pontiac
dealer
(GM Part No. 94844571). The locking clip must
be the same as the one shown here.
Until you have this clip, secure a child restraint only in
the rear seat. See the earlier part about securing a child
restraint in the rear seat. Once you have the clip, follow
these instructions:
1. Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air
bag, always move the seat as far back as it will go
before securing a forward-facing child restraint. (See
“Seats’’ in the Index.)
2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions
for the child restraint.
3.
4.
Secure the child in the child restraint as the
instructions say.
Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder
portions of the vehicle’s safety belt
through or
around the restraint. The child restraint instructions
will show you how.
If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or
neck, put it behind the child restraint.
5. Buckle the belt.
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Make sure the release button is positioned so you
would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if
you ever had to.
through the locking clip.
6. Then thread both lap and shoulder belt portions
A. Lap Belt portion
B. Latch Plate
C. Buckle
D. Shoulder Belt portion
E. Locking Clip
7. Push and pull the child restraint in different
directions to be sure it is secure.
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parking at Night
Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your
vehicle. Remember
to keep you valuables out of sight.
Put them in a Storage area, or take them with you.
Parking Lots
If you park id 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?
ht your valdables in a storage area, like your glove
6 Lock the glove box.
0 Lock id1 the doors except the driver's.
Then
&e the door key with you.
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PASS-Key@II
r
Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key@%
(Personalized Automotive Security System) theft
deterrent system. PASS-Key% is a passive theft
deterrent system.
This means you don't have to do
anything different to arm or disarm the system. It works
when you insert or remove the key from the ignition.
PASS-Key% uses
a resistor pellet in the ignition key
that matches a decoder in your vehicle.
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When the PASS-Key(% 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.
The ignition key must be clean and dry before it’s
inserted in the ignition or the engine may not start. If the
engine does not start and the
SECURITY light stays on
when you
try to start the car, the key may be dirty or
wet.
Turn the ignition off.
Clean and dry the key. Wait about three minutes and try
again. The security light may remain on during this
time. If the starter still won’t work, and the key appears
to be clean
and dry, wait about three minutes and try
another ignition key. At this time, you may also want to
check the fuses (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the
Index).
If the starter won’t work with the other key, your
vehicle needs service.
If your vehicle does start, the first
ignition key may be faulty. See your Pontiac dealer or a
locksmith who can service the PASS-Key%.
If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or
missing resistor pellet, the starter won’t work and the
security light will flash. But you don’t have to wait three
minutes before trying another ignition key.
See your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service
the PASS-Key% to have a new key made.
If you’re ever driving and the
SECURITY light comes
on and stays on, you will be able to restart
your engine if
you
turn it off. Your PASS-Key% system, however, is
not working properly and must be serviced by your
Pontiac dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by the
PASS-Key% system.
If you lose or damage a PASS-Key@II ignition key, see
your Pontiac dealer or a locksmith who can service
PASS-Key’II to have a new key made. In
an
emergency, call the Pontiac Roadside Assistance
Program at 1-800-ROADSIm or
1-800-762-3743.
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Reverse the steps above to install the T-top panels.
When installing panels, be sure to align weatherstrips
properly. Panels incorrectly installed may leak.
Push the handle closed to secure the panel in the slot. To
lock each panel in the storage area, use your door key. NOTICE:
High pressure car washes may cause wat& to
enter your vehicle. Never spray water dikectly at
the roof panel joints. This
will cause leak&
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