1995 Pontiac Firebird Owner's Manual - Page 66

When starting your engine very cold weather (below in 0°F or -18"C), do this: 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to START and holdthere. Whenthe it engine starts, let of the key. Use the accelerator go pedal to maintaiq engine speed, if you to, until have your engine has run forwhile. a ' NOTICE: 7 ' - I r 2. If your engine still won't start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with much gasoline. too Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds. If the starts car briefly but then stops again, the same thing, do but this time keep the pedal down five or six seconds. for This clears the extra gasoline the engine. from Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change way the the fuel injection system operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with dealer. If your you don't, your engine might not perform properly. I you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see f the part of this manual that tells howto do it without damaging your vehicle. See "Towing Your Car" in the Index. 4+ 2-19