1997 Pontiac Grand Prix Owner's Manual - Page 347

HQW This Sectionis Organized The remainder of this section is divided into five parts: "Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services" shows what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have thenecessary equipment, you should let your dealer's service department or another qualified service center do these jobs. "Part B: Owner Checks and Services" you tells what should be checked and when. It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. "Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections"explains important inspectionsthat your Pontiac deaIer's service department or another qualified service center should perform. ((PartD: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" lists some products GM recommends to helpkeep your vehicle properly maintained. These products, or their equivalents, should be used whether you do the work yourself or have it done. "Part E: Maintenance Record"provides a place for you to record the maintenance performed on your vehicle. Whenever any maintenance is performed, be sure to write it down in thispart. This will help you determine when your next maintenance should be done. In addition, it is a good idea tokeep your maintenance receipts. They may be needed to qualify your vehicle for warranty repairs. Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous.In trying to do some jobs, you can be seriously injured. your own maintenance Do work only if you have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment for job. the If you have any doubt, have qualified a technician do the work. If you are skilled enough to do some work on your vehicle, you will probably want to get the service information GM publishes. See "Serviceand Owner Publications" in the Index.