air filter PONTIAC GRAND PRIX 1999 Owners Manual

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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information,
and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your
vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
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-2 Service
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-3 Fuel
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-5 Fuels in Foreign Countries
6
-6 Filling Your Tank
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-8 Filling a Portable Fuel Container
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-8 Checking Things Under the Hood
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-13 Engine Oil
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-20 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
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-21 Supercharger Oil
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-22 Automatic Transaxle Fluid
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-26 Engine Coolant
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-29 Power Steering Fluid
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-31 Windshield Washer Fluid
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-32 Brakes
6-35 Battery
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-36 Bulb Replacement
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-42 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
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-43 Tires6
-51 Appearance Care
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-51 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
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-54 Care of Safety Belts
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-55 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
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-56 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped)
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-56 Cleaning Tires
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-57 Sheet Metal Damage
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-57 Finish Damage
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-57 Underbody Maintenance
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-57 Chemical Paint Spotting
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-58 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
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-59 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
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-59 Service Parts Identification Label
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-60 Electrical System
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-66 Replacement Bulbs
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-66 Capacities and Specifications
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-68 Air Conditioning Refrigerants
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-68 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts

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When you open the hood of the 3100 engine, you'll see:
A. Windshield Washer Fluid
B. Battery
C. Radiator Fill Cap
D. Engine Coolant ReservoirE. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
F. Engine Oil Fill Cap
G. Engine Oil DipstickH. Automatic Transaxle Dipstick
I. Brake Fluid Reservoir
J. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

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When you open the hood of the 3800 engine, you'll see:
A. Windshield Washer Fluid
B. Battery
C. Radiator Fill Cap
D. Engine Coolant ReservoirE. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
(low in engine compartment)
F. Engine Oil Fill Cap
G. Engine Oil DipstickH. Automatic Transaxle Dipstick
I. Brake Fluid Reservoir
J. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

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When you open the hood of the 3800 Supercharged engine, you'll see:
A. Windshield Washer Fluid
B. Battery
C. Radiator Fill Cap
D. Engine Coolant ReservoirE. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
(low in engine compartment)
F. Engine Oil Fill Cap
G. Engine Oil DipstickH. Automatic Transaxle Dipstick
I. Brake Fluid Reservoir
J. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

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Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
To check or replace the air cleaner/filter:
1. Loosen the two clips on the top of the air cleaner
housing and lift the filter cover tabs out of the housing.
2. Push the filter cover housing toward the engine,
compressing the duct convolutes.
3. Pull out the filter. Install the air filter and make sure the
filter cover tabs position through the slots in the housing.
4. A notch on the sides of the filter cover will indicate
the correct engagement. Re
-clip the two clips on the
top of the housing when you are finished.Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to
replace the air filter.
See ªScheduled Maintenance Servicesº in the Index.
CAUTION:
Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter
off can cause you or others to be burned. The air
cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flame if
the engine backfires. If it isn't there, and the
engine backfires, you could be burned. Don't
drive with it off, and be careful working on the
engine with the air cleaner/filter off.
NOTICE:
If the air cleaner/filter is off, a backfire can cause
a damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily get
into your engine, which will damage it. Always
have the air cleaner/filter in place when
you're driving.

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Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamps Bulb Number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Back
-Up 3156. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Center High
-Mounted Stop 1141. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Parking/Turn Signal 3357 NAK. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlamps High/Low Beam 9007. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stop/Tail/Turn Signal 3057. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Sidemarker 194. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Sidemarker 194. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capacities and Specifications
Please refer to ªRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsº
in the Index for more information.
Automatic Transaxle with Overdrive
Pan Removal and Replacement 8.0 quarts (7.5 L). . .
After Complete Overhaul 10.0 quarts (9.5 L). . . . . . .
*When draining/replacing converter or auxiliary
cooler, more fluid may be needed.Cooling System Including Reservoir
3100 (Code M) 11.0 quarts (10.42 L). . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3800 (Code K) 12.3 quarts (11.7 L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3800 Supercharged (Code 1) 12.3 quarts (11.7 L). . . .
Refrigerant (R
-134a),
Air Conditioning*1.9 lbs. (0.85 kg) . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Crankcase (Oil Change with Filter Change)
3100 (Code M) 4.5 quarts (4.3 L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3800 (Code K) 4.5 quarts (4.3 L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3800 Supercharged (Code 1) 4.5 quarts (4.3 L). . . . .
Fuel Tank17.7 gallons (67 L) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
*See ªAir Conditioning Refrigerantsº later in
this section.
Note: All capacities are approximate. When adding
fluid, be sure to fill to the appropriate level, as
recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after
filling. See ªRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsº in
the Index for more information.

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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 dealer.
Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
All Engines z4508572 or A1096C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery
3100 (Code M) 600 CCA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3800 (Code K) 690 CCA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3800 Supercharged (Code 1) 770 CCA. . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Oil Filter
All Engines AC Type PF47. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PCV Valve
All Engines CV892C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radiator Cap
All Engines AC Type RC27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spark Plugs
3100 (Code M) AC Type 41
-940 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gap: 0.060 inches (1.52 cm)
3800 (Code K) AC Type 41
-921 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gap: 0.060 inches (1.52 cm)
3800 Supercharged
(Code 1) AC Type 41
-921 or NGK . . . . . . . . . . . .
Type PTR4B
-15
Gap: 0.060 inches (1.52 cm)
Wiper Blades
Type Hook. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Length 20 inches (50.8 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle Dimensions
Wheelbase 110.5 inches (280.7 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tread Width
Front 62.0 inches (157.5 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear 61.5 inches (156.1 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Length 196.5 inches (499.1 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Width 72.7 inches (184.5 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Height 54.7 inches (139.0 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Scheduled Maintenance
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The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles
(166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles
(166 000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown
at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at
the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km).
See ªOwner Checks and Servicesº and ªPeriodic
Maintenance Inspectionsº following.
Footnotes

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify
the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the
completion of the vehicle's useful life. We, however,
urge that all recommended maintenance services be
performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance
be recorded.* Your vehicle has an Engine Oil Life Monitor. This
monitor will show you when to change the engine oil
and filter
-- usually between 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and
7,500 miles (12 500 km) since your last oil change.
Under severe conditions, the indicator may come on
before 3,000 miles (5 000 km). Never drive your vehicle
more than 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months
without an oil and filter change.
The system won't detect dust in the oil. So if you drive
in a dusty area, be sure to change your oil and filter
every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or sooner if the CHANGE
OIL SOON light comes on. Remember to reset the Oil
Life Monitor whenever the oil is changed. For more
information, see ªChange Oil Soon Lightº in the Index.
+ A good time to check your brakes is during tire
rotation. See ªBrake System Inspectionº under ªPeriodic
Maintenance Inspectionsº in Part C of this schedule.

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7,500 Miles (12 500 km)
Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor.
See ªEngine Oilº in the Index.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.)
Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor.
See ªEngine Oilº in the Index.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.)
Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter
if necessary.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote
.)
Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
22,500 Miles (37 500 km)
Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor.
See ªEngine Oilº in the Index.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.)
Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
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30,000 Miles (50 000 km)
Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed,
reset monitor. See ªEngine Oilº in the Index.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.)
Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
Replace air cleaner filter.
An Emission Control Service.
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
.)
For supercharged engines only: Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as
needed (or every 36 months, whichever occurs first). See ªRecommended
Fluids and Lubricantsº in this section.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote
.)
37,500 Miles (62 500 km)
Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed,
reset monitor. See ªEngine Oilº in the Index.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.)
Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
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