light PONTIAC GRAND-AM 1994 Repair Manual

NOTICE:
Continuing to drive with worn-out
brake pads could result
in costly
brake repair.
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Some driving conditions or climates may
cause a brake squeal when the brakes are
first applied or lightly applied. This does
not mean something is wrong with your
brakes.
Your rear drum brakes don't have wear
indicators, but
if you ever hear a rear
brake rubbing noise, have the rear brake
linings inspected.
Also, the rear brake
drums should be removed and inspected
each time the tires are removed for
rotation or changing. When you have the
front brakes replaced, have the rear
brakes inspected, too.
Brake linings should always be replaced
as complete axle sets,
Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal does
not return to normal height, or if there is a
rapid increase
in pedal travel. This could
be a sign of brake trouble.
Brake Adjustment
Every time you make a moderate brake
stop, your disc brakes adjust for wear. If
you rarely make a moderate or heavier
stop,
then your brakes might not adjust
correctly. If
you drive in that way, then
-- very carefully -- make a few moderate
brake stops about every
1,000 miles
( 1600 km), so your brakes will adjust
properly.
If your brake pedal goes down farther
than normal, your rear drum brakes may
need adjustment. Adjust them by backing
up and firmly applying the brakes a few
times.
Replacing Brake System
Parts
The braking system on a modern vehicle
is complex. Its many parts have
to be of
top quality and work
well together if the
vehicle is to have really good braking.
Vehicles we design and test have
top-quality
GM brake parts in them, as
your Pontiac does when
it is new. When
you replace parts of your braking
system
-- for example, when your brake
linings wear down and you have to have
new ones put
in -- be sure you get new
genuine
GM replacement parts. If you
don't, your brakes may no longer 'work
properly. For example, if someon? puts in
brake linings that are wrong for your
vehicle, the balance between your front
and rear brakes can change, for the worse.
The braking performance you've come to
expect can change
in many other ways if
someone puts in the wrong replacement
brake parts.
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Headlight Bulb
Replacement
For the type of bulb, see “Replacement
Bulbs”
in the Index.
1. On the driver’s side only, unscrew the
butterfly fastener. Then lift the plate.
Both Sides:
2. Twist the bulb assembly
counterclockwise 1/6 turn and pull out
the bulb assembly.
3. Unclip the bulb assembly from the
wiring harness.
4. Reverse steps 1-3 to replace the bulb
assembly and headlight housing.
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Service & Appearance Care
Taillight Bulb
Replacement
For the type of bulb, see “Replacement
Bulbs” in the Index.
1. Pull back the trunk trim.
2. Carefully push one end of the plastic
taillight brace in while pulling the
brace toward the front of the vehicle.
3. Gently wiggle the bulb out of the
socket.
4. Replace the bulb.
5. Reverse the steps to reassemble the
taillight.
Fog Light Bulb
Replacement
Don’t change your fog light bulbs unless
you have the proper aiming equipment.
See your Pontiac dealer
if you have any
further questions.
Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement
Replacement blades come in different
types and are removed in different ways.
Here’s how to remove the type with a
release clip:
1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away
from the windshield.
2. Lift the release clip with a screwdriver
and pull the blade assembly off the
wiper arm.
3. Push the new wiper blade securely on
the wiper arm.
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Your dealer will know the kind of wheel
you need.
Each new wheel should have the same
load carrying capacity, diameter, width,
offset, and be mounted the same way as
the one
it replaces.
If you need to replace any of your wheels,
wheel bolts, or wheel nuts, replace them
only
with new GM original equipment
parts. This way, you
will be sure to have
the right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel
nuts for your Pontiac model.
NOTICE:
The wrong wheel can also cause
problems
with bearing life, brake
cooling, speedometer/odometer
calibration, headlight aim, bumper
height, vehicle ground clearance,
and tire or tire chain clearance to the
body and chassis.
Used Replacement Wheels
‘ire Chains
NOTICE:
If your Pontiac has P195/70R14,
P2 15/60VR 14, P195/65R 15 or
P205/55R16 size tires, don’t use tire
chains; they can damage your
vehicle.
If you have other tires, use tire
chains only where legal and on
when you must. Use only
SAE
Class “S” type chains that are the
proper size for your tires. Install
them on the front tires and tighten
them as tightly
as possible with the
ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain
manufacturer’s instructions. If you
can hear the chains contacting your
vehicle, stop and retighten them. If
the contact continues, slow down
until- it stops. Driving too fast with
chains on will damage your vehicle.
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Here are some cleaning tips:
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Always read the instructions on the
cleaner label.
Clean up stains as soon as you can
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before they set.
Use a clean cloth or sponge, and
change to a clean area often. A soft
brush may be used if stains are
stubborn.
Use solvent-type cleaners in a
well-ventilated area only. If you use
them, don’t saturate the stained area.
If a ring forms after spot cleaning,
clean the entire area immediately or
it
will set.
Using Foam-Type Cleaner
on Fabric
0 Vacuum and brush the area to remove
any loose dirt.
0 Always clean a whole trim panel or
section. Mask surrounding trim along
stitch or welt lines.
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Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner
following .the directions on the
container label.
Use suds only and apply with a clean
sponge.
Don’t saturate the material.
Don’t rub
it roughly.
As soon as you’ve cleaned the section,
use a sponge to remove the suds.
Rinse
the section with a clean, wet
sponge.
Wipe off what’s left with a slightly
damp paper towel
or cloth.
Then dry it immediately with a blow
dryer or
a heat lamp.
NOTICE:
Be careful with a hair dryer or heat
lamp. You could scorch the fabric. ~
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clean cloth.
Using Solvent-Type
Cleaner on Fabric
First, see if you have to use solvent-type
cleaner at all. Some spots and stains will
clean off better
with just water and mild
soap.
If you need to use a solvent:
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Gently scrape excess soil from the
trim material with a clean, dull knife
or scraper. Use very little cleaner, light
pressure and clean cloths (preferably
cheesecloth). Cleaning should start at
the outside
of the stain, “feathering”
toward the center. Keep changing to a
clean section of the cloth.
When you clean a stain from fabric,
immediately dry the area with an air
hose, hair dryer, or heat lamp to help
prevent a cleaning ring. (See the
previous NOTICE.)
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Service & Appearance Care
Special Cleaning
Problems
Greasy or Oily Stains
Such as grease, oil, butter, margarine,
shoe polish, coffee
with cream, chewing
gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable oils,
wax crayon, tar and asphalt.
Carefully scrape off excess stain.
Follow the solvent-type instructions
described earlier.
Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and
asphalt will stain if
left on a vehicle
seat fabric. They should be removed
as soon as possible. Be careful,
because the cleaner will dissolve them
and may cause them to 'spread.
Non-Greasy Stains
Such as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit,
fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, wine, vomit,
urine and blood.
0 Carefully scrape off excess stain, then
sponge the soiled area with cool water.
D If a stain remains, follow the foam-type
instructions described earlier.
B If an odor lingers after cleaning
vomit or urine, treat the area with
a waterbaking soda solution:
1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to
1 cup (250 ml) of lukewarm water.
B If needed, clean lightly with
solvent-type cleaner.
Combination Stains
Such as candy, ice cream, mayonnaise,
:hili sauce and unknown stains.
Carefully scrape off excess stain, then
clean with cool water and allow to dry.
If a stain remains, clean it with
solvent-type cleaner.
Cleaning Vinyl
Use warm water and a clean cloth.
0 Rub with a clean, damp cloth to
remove dirt. You may have to do it
more than once.
0 Things like tar, asphalt and shoe
polish will stain if you don't get them
off quickly. Use a clean cloth and a
solvent-type vinyl cleaner.
Cleaning Leather
Jse a soft cloth with lukewarm water and
L mild soap or saddle soap.
B For stubborn stains, use a mild
solution of 10% isopropyl alcohol
(rubbing alcohol) and
90% water.
Never use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive cleaners,
furniture polish
or shoe polish on
leather.
Soiled leather should be cleaned
immediately. If dirt is allowed to work
into finish,
it can harm the leather.
Cleaning the Top of the
Instrument Panel
Use only mild soap and water to clean the
top surfaces of the instrument panel.
Sprays containing silicones or waxes may
cause annoying reflections
in the
windshield and even make
it difficult to
see through the windshield under certain
conditions.
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IC
Fuse Usage
Fuse
PRNDL
F/P INJ
STOP HAZ
CTSY
AIR BAG
INST
LPS
GAUGES HORN
ALARM
HTR-A/C
RDO
TURN
DR LK
TAIL LPS
WDO WIPER
ERLS DR UNLK
FTP
ACC
AIR BAG
IGN ECM
HDLP
Rating
(AMP. )
5
20
20
15
3
5
10
15
15
25
10
20
20
20
30
25
15
10
20,
30
15
20
20
Circuitry
Electronic PRNDL Display
Fuel Pump, Injectors
Stop/Hazard Lamps
Door Locks, Power Mirrors, Cigar Lighter
Supplemental Restraint System
Interior Lights Dimming
Gauges, Warning Lights, Rear Defog
Horns
Interior Lights, Chime, Auto Door Locks, Remote Keyless Entry Heater, Air Conditioning, Anti-Lock Brakes, Daytime
Running Lights (Canada)
Radio Power, Cruise Control
Turn Signal Lamps
Auto Door Locks
Tail Lamps, Marker Lamps, License Lamp, Fog Lamps
Power Windows (Circuit Breaker)
Windshield Wipers/Washers
Engine Controls, Back-up Lamps
Automatic Door Unlock (Remove
To Disable)
Flash-to-pass
(U.S.)
Rear Window Defogger, Power Seats, Antenna
(Circuit Breaker)
Supplemental Restraint System
ECM, Ignition System
Headlamps (Circuit Breaker)
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Service & Appearance Care
I Headlight Wiring
The headlight wiring is protected by a
circuit breaker in the fuse block. An
electrical overload
will cause the lights to
go on and off or,
in some cases, to remain
off. If this happens, have your headlight
system checked right away.
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Windshield Wipers
The windshield wiper motor is protected
~y a circuit breaker and a fuse. If the
notor overheats due to heavy snow, etc.,
:he wiper will stop until the motor
cools.
[f the overload is caused by some
:lectrical problem, have
it fixed.
Power Windows and Other
Power Options
Clircuit breakers in the fuse panel protect
:he power windows and other power
iccessories. When the current load is too
leavy, the circuit breaker opens and
:loses, protecting
the circuit until the
aroblem is fixed.
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Replacement Bulbs
OUTSIDE LIGHTS
BackUpLights ................................................
Front Paricing/Turn Signal Lights ..................................
License Plate Light. .............................................
Center High-Mounted Stoplight ....................................
Haiogen Heacl:;hts
LowEkam ..................................................
HighB’eam ..................................................
Side Marker Lights
Front .......................................................
Rear .......................................................
Stop/”ail/Turn Signal Lights ......................................
Trunk Light ...................................................
FogLights ....................................................
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2057 NA
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9006
9005
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Service & Appearance Care
Replacement Bulbs (CONK)
INSIDE LIGHTS
Ashtray .......................................................
Front Reading Light .............................................
Rear Reading Light .............................................
UnderdashLight ................................................
Heater & A/C Control .................... : ......................
High-Beam Indicator ............................................
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