1998 Pontiac Firebird Owner's Manual - Page 224
1998 Pontiac Firebird Manual
Page 224 highlights
Engine Overheating I coolant warning light on your vehicle's instrument panel Steam from an overheated engine can burn you (5.7LV8 engine only). badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from theengine if you see or hear steam coming If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine from it. Just turn itoff and get everyone away from thevehicle until itcools down. Wait until there is no signof steam orcoolant before you open thehood. If you keep driving when your engine is overheated, the liquids it can catchfire. in You or otherscould be badly burned. Stop your engine if it overheats, and get out of the You will find a coolant temperature on your gage vehicle's instrument panel. may also find a low You vehicle until the engine cool. is NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because keep you driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. 5-15