1999 Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual
1999 Pontiac Bonneville Manual
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for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue The 1999 Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 3-1 4-1 5-1 6-1 7-1 8-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the "SRS" system. Features and Controls This - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 2
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 We support voluntary technician certification. yellowblue GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, PONTIAC, the PONTIAC Emblem and the name BONNEVILLE are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 3
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner's manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual this book. This - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 4
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words. You'll also see warning - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 5
lights: Here are some other symbols you may see: ENGINE COOLANT TEMP WINDSHIELD WASHER BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM FUSE DOOR LOCK UNLOCK TURN SIGNALS LIGHTER PARKING LAMPS FASTEN SEAT BELTS WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER HORN BRAKE HAZARD WARNING FLASHER POWER WINDOW DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS REAR - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 6
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue NOTES vi - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 7
for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you'll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. 1-2 1-6 1-10 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 8
Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats -- how to adjust them -- and also about reclining seatbacks and head restraints. Power Seat (Option) H-21-4001-V To adjust the power seats on some models: Manual Front - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 9
. Adjusts the position of the seatback side bolsters. Tilts the rear of the seat up or down. Tilts the front of the seat up or down. Adjustable Support Seat (Option) H-22-1006-R On some models, you'll find the controls on the center console. Slide the selector switch to L or R to choose the front - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 10
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Reclining Front Seatbacks AV101030 H-31-0005-T To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer side of the seat and move the seatback to where you want it. Release the lever to lock the seatback. Pull up on the lever and - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 11
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Head Restraints CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can't do their job when you're reclined like this. The shoulder belt can't do its - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 12
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Safety Belts: They're for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), or air bag system - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 13
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. (See "Safety Belt Reminder Light" in the Index.) yellowblue X-01-2041-T Why Safety Belts Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed. After more than 30 years of safety belts in - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 14
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue AM115004 AM115005 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn't stop. 1-8 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 15
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue AM115006 AM115007 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... or the instrument panel ... 1-9 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 16
Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue AM115008 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers Q: Won't I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I'm wearing a safety belt? A: You could be -- whether you're wearing a safety belt or not - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 17
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Q: A: If I'm a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? You may be an excellent driver, but if you're in an accident -- even one that isn't your fault -- you and your passengers can be hurt. - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 18
Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue AV120221 AM120007 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don't let it get twisted. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 19
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. yellowblue To move it down, squeeze the release handle and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 20
for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Q: What's wrong with this? CAUTION: AM120015 You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. A: The - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 21
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Q: What's wrong with this? CAUTION: AM120016 You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 22
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Q: What's wrong with this? CAUTION: AM125001 You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 23
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Q: What's wrong with this? CAUTION: AM125002 You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn't have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 24
Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy AV120223 Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don't wear safety belts. AR135001 To unlatch the belt, just - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 25
making safety belts effective is wearing them properly. yellowblue Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) This part explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) or air bag system. Your vehicle has "Next Generation" frontal air bags -- one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 26
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system: yellowblue CAUTION: Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you're too close to an inflating air bag, as you would be if you were leaning - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 27
the part of this manual called "Children" and see the caution labels on the sunvisors and the right front passenger's safety belt. X-02-3429-T The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See "Air Bag Readiness Light" in - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 28
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue How the Air Bag System Works AV130038 AV130037 The right front passenger's air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. Where are the air bags? The driver's air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-22 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 29
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 When should an air bag inflate? yellowblue CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 30
for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 What makes an air bag inflate? In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the air bag. The inflator, air bag and - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 31
the need to replace other parts. D Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information about the air bag system. The module records information about the readiness of the system, when the sensors are activated and driver's safety belt usage at deployment - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 32
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle. You don't want the system to inflate while someone is - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 33
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Lap Belt If your vehicle has front and rear bench seats, someone can sit in the center positions. AV145076 AV145075 To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 34
Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Rear Seat Passengers It's very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 35
for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue AV147188 AV147189 If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see "Safety Belt Extender - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 36
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stop or a crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor. AM147008 CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt belt should fit against your body. The lap part of the belt - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 37
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults AV147190 Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for small adults. When installed - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 38
for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue AS147144 AS147145 1. Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip. 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 39
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue AS147146 AV147191 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top. 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in "Rear Seat Outside - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 40
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Children Everyone in a vehicle needs air bags. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its air bag system - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 41
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue CAUTION: Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint. The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child. A very young child's hip bones - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 42
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 CAUTION: (Continued) yellowblue AV150061 at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. (110 kg) force on your arms. The baby would be almost impossible to hold. Secure the baby in an infant restraint. - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 43
Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Child weight and size, but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used. An infant car bed (A) is a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle. It's an infant restraint system - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 44
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue AW155013 AW155014 A rear-facing infant restraint (B) positions an infant to face the rear of the vehicle. Rear rear so that the infant's head, neck and body can have the support they need in a frontal crash. Some infant seats come in two parts - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 45
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue AW155015 AW155016 A forward-facing child restraint (C-E) up to around four years of age. One type, a convertible restraint, is designed to be used either as a rear-facing infant seat or a forward-facing child seat. 1-39 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 46
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue AW155017 AW155018 A booster seat the fit of the vehicle's safety belt system. Booster seats with shields use lap-only belts; however, booster seats without shields use lap-shoulder belts. Booster seats can also help a child - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 47
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 48
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Top Strap CAUTION: A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger air bag if it inflates, even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags rear instructions - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 49
Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position AV160187 X-01-0106-T You'll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 50
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue AV160188 AV160189 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 51
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position CAUTION: A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger air bag if it inflates even though your - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 52
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue AV163089 AV163090 1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. 2. Put the restraint on the seat. 3. Run the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 53
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt. It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. yellowblue CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 54
for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 You'll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 55
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue AV165217 AV165218 5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 56
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Larger Children If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. AV170105 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 57
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue CAUTION: AV170106 Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can't properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 58
for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue CAUTION: AV170107 Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 59
may need to be replaced. If an air bag inflates, you'll need to replace air bag system parts. See the part on the air bag system earlier in this section. Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 60
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue NOTES 1-54 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 61
Ashtrays & Cigarette Lighter Sun Visors Air Inflator System (Option) Accessory Power Outlet Sunroof (Option) The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System Tachometer Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators Head-Up Display (Option) Driver Information Center (Option) Electronic Compass (Option - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 62
the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don't leave the keys in a vehicle with children. 2-2 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 63
, the dealer removes the plugs from Pontiac Roadside Assistance at 1-800-ROADSIDE or 1-800-762-3743. In Canada, call 1-800-268-6800. The door keys are for the doors and all other locks. NOTICE: Your vehicle has a number of features that can help prevent theft. But you can have a lot of trouble - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 64
toward the rear of the vehicle will lock the door and turning the key toward the front of the vehicle will unlock it. If your vehicle has a theft-deterrent system and it is activated, unlock the doors only with the key or remote keyless entry system. This will avoid setting off the alarm. To lock - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 65
out of PARK (P), just use the manual or power lock button to lock the doors. With power door locks, you can lock or unlock all the doors of your vehicle using the driver's or front passenger's door lock switch. The switch on each rear door works only that door's lock. It won't lock (or unlock - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 66
with remote keyless entry, use the following procedure to change modes: 1. Close all the doors and turn the ignition on. Keep all doors closed throughout this procedure. 2. Press and hold the driver's power door lock switch in the LOCK position through Step 4. 3. Press the LOCK button on the remote - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 67
of the vehicle. When the power door lock switch is pressed with the key removed from the ignition and the driver's door open, a chime will sound three times to signal that the delayed locking system is active. When all doors have been closed, the doors will lock automatically after five seconds - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 68
power door lock switch. To turn the feature off, repeat the previous procedure. 2. Close the door. 3. Do the same thing to the other rear door lock. Rear Door Security Lock Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your car - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 69
other rear door. The rear door locks will now work normally. Anti-Lockout Feature The power door locks will not work if the key is left in the ignition with the driver's door open. You can override this feature by holding the power door lock switch for more than three seconds, unless the engine is - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 70
closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: 1. Check to determine if battery replacement or resynchronization is necessary. See the instructions that follow. Your Remote Keyless Entry System operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 71
the alarm by unlocking the vehicle with a key. See "Universal Theft-Deterrent" in the Index. Personalization Features The following list of features that are available on your vehicle can be programmed to each driver's preference for each of the key transmitters. Programmable Automatic Door Locks - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 72
key to OFF. 2. Press and hold LOCK on the driver's power door lock switch located on the door panel. 3. Press the trunk button on the transmitter. The transmitter your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 73
body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter. For battery replacement, use one DuracellR battery, type DL-2032, or a similar type. To replace the battery to remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object. 3. Remove and replace the battery. Replace it as the instructions inside - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 74
the door key and turn it. Resynchronization After you have changed the battery in your transmitter, or if only the instant alarm button system should now operate properly. Remote Trunk Release (Option) If you have this option, press the trunk release button located below the driver's door armrest - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 75
vehicle. See "Comfort Controls" in the Index. 3. If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all the way. See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. By pressing the left side of the valet switch, the remote trunk release button below the driver's door armrest will be disabled. Push - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 76
a number of theft-deterrent features, switch to the ON position. 5. Lock the glove box. 6. Lock all the doors except the driver's. 7. Then take the door driver's door open, you'll hear a tone reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this. Your steering wheel - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 77
. Remember, the theft-deterrent system won't activate if you lock the doors with a key or manual door lock. It activates only if you use a power door lock switch while the door is open, or the remote keyless entry transmitter. Avoid setting off the alarm by accident. Always unlock a door with a key - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 78
out of the car, close the door and wait for the SECURITY light to go out. 4. Then, reach in through the window, unlock the door with the manual door lock and open the door. This should set off the alarm. If the alarm does not sound when it should, check to see if the horn works. The horn fuse may be - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 79
vehicle is not protected by the PASS-Key II system. If you lose or damage a PASS-Key II ignition key, see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key II to have a new key made. In an emergency, call the Pontiac Roadside Assistance Center at 1-800-ROADSIDE or 1-800-762-3743. In Canada - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 80
only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch. If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service. Key Reminder Warning If you leave your key in the ignition, in the OFF position, you will hear a warning tone when you open the driver's door. 2-20 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 81
have electrical power to such accessories as the radio and power windows for up to 10 minutes. Power is turned off if you open a door. Always leave your key in LOCK. If you leave your key in any other position than LOCK, your battery will discharge prematurely. Starting Your V6 Engine 1. Without - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 82
the normal starting procedure. Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 83
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The electrical cord is located on the passenger's side of the engine compartment near the battery. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. 4. Before starting the engine, be sure - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 84
your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don't leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 85
is being towed. CAUTION: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is "racing" (running at high speed) is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hit people or objects. Don't shift out of PARK (P) or - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 86
brakes off and on. NOTICE: If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly, or if it seems not to shift gears as you go faster, something may be wrong with a transaxle system sensor. If you drive very far that way, your vehicle can be damaged. So, if this happens, have your vehicle serviced - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 87
engine speeds, increasing acceleration performance. An indicator light on the switch will glow when performance shifting is in operation. NOTICE: If your front wheels pedal. This could overheat and damage the transaxle. Use your brakes or shift into PARK (P) to hold your vehicle in position on - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 88
command ride detects a problem in the system, the lights on the TOURING RIDE and PERFORM RIDE buttons will both come on. If this happens, have your vehicle serviced. Parking Brake Your vehicle has a PUSH TO RELEASE parking brake. To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 89
you're pulling a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" in the Index. NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill, see "Towing - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 90
yellowblue Steering Column Shift Lever 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. D Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 91
Console Shift Lever (Option) 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine 3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 92
the driver's door to turn off the Retained Accessory Power feature. 2. Apply and hold the brake until the service center as soon as you can. Shifting Out of PARK (P) CAUTION: Before shifting out of PARK (P) you must fully apply your regular brakes. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 93
Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris. D Repairs weren't done correctly. D Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly. If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle: D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 94
Index. CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier Caution under "Engine Exhaust"). Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the fan switch is at the highest - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 95
the center pad of the steering wheel is an active horn switch. Press anywhere on the pad to sound the horn. Switches on the driver's door panel control each of the windows when the ignition is on or when retained accessory power is active. In addition, each passenger door has a control switch for - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 96
wheel to a comfortable level, then release the lever to lock the wheel into place. The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your: D D D D D Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Flash-To-Pass Feature Windshield Wipers and Washer Cruise Control - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 97
automatically. An arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the Driver Information Center" in the Index. If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don't go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse and for burned-out bulbs. See "Fuses - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 98
light on the instrument panel will also be on. Windshield Wipers Flash-To-Pass Feature This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to signal a driver indicator on the dash will come on. Release the lever to turn the high-beam headlamps off. The windshield wipers are controlled by turning the - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 99
level in the windshield washer reservoir is low. See "Low Washer Fluid Warning Light" in the Index. Windshield Washer At the top of the turn signal/ speed. For more washer cycles, push and hold the paddle. Cruise Control With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 100
limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. (See "Traction Control System" in the Index.) When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may turn the cruise control back on. Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 101
speed and stay there. Remember that if you hold the switch at R/A, the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake. So unless you want to go faster, don't hold the switch at R/A. Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 102
on the: D D D D Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps Instrument Panel Lights D Step lightly on the brake pedal; or D Move the cruise switch to OFF. Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your cruise control set speed memory is erased. Pull the knob out all - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 103
sunset. A light sensor on top of the instrument panel monitors the exterior light level for the operation of DRL and twilight sentinel, so be sure it isn't covered. The DRL system will make your low-beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when: D The ignition is on, D The headlamp switch is - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 104
the twilight sentinel knob all the way to MIN. Fog Lamps The fog lamps switch is in the front of the front reading lamps. If it was on MIN with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it. An indicator light in the switch will glow when the fog lamps are on. Your - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 105
it's possible that your headlamps may go out if you drive from a dark area into a bright area like a lighted parking lot. If this happens, turn on your headlamps with the regular headlamp switch. At night, you can turn off all exterior lamps when you are in PARK (P) by turning the twilight sentinel - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 106
, your interior lamps will turn off after 10 minutes to save your battery. Exit Lighting With this feature, the interior lamps will come on for 25 seconds after you remove the key from the ignition. This will give you time to find the door pull handle or lock switches as you exit the vehicle. 2-46 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 107
when you open the doors. Rear Reading Lamps These overhead lamps and the interior courtesy lamps will come on when you open the doors. To turn on a reading lamp when the doors are closed, press either switch. Press it again to turn the lamp off. To avoid draining your vehicle's battery, be sure to - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 108
Inside Day/Night Manual Rearview Mirror Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror (If Equipped) When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle. Grip the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side. The day/night - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 109
photocells when necessary. Manual Remote Control Mirror The outside rearview mirror should be adjusted so you can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position. Adjust the driver's side outside mirror with the control lever on the driver's door. To adjust - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 110
yellowblue Power Remote Control Mirrors (Option) A control lever on the driver's door controls both outside rearview mirrors. Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger's side mirror is convex. A convex mirror's surface is curved so you can see more from the driver's seat. CAUTION: A convex mirror can - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 111
the glove box. To open, lift the latch release on the left side of the glove box door. Door Cupholder The front doors provide space for holding a cup or a soft drink. Card Holder (Option) Overhead Console (Option) Sunglasses Storage Compartment (Option) Some models have a storage compartment for - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 112
yellowblue Center Console (Option) Press the button at the front edge of the armrest to open the storage area for cassette tapes, gloves, etc. A cupholder flips forward for use. Rear Storage Compartment Your vehicle has a rear storage armrest with cupholders and a pass-through feature. Pull down - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 113
back wall of the trunk. Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net. It can help keep them from falling over console, there's an ashtray/cupholder under the instrument panel. To clean the ashtray, lift it out by pulling up on the tabs on either side. It snaps back into place. To open the rear - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 114
you can swing down the visors. You can also remove them from the center mount and swing them to the side, while the auxiliary sunshade remains to block glare from the expose the vanity mirror. If your vehicle has the optional lighted vanity mirrors, the lamps come on when you open the cover. You can - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 115
hose and an air pressure gage, as well as instructions and special adapters for inflating things like an air mattress or a basketball. Some vehicles have an air inflator for use in maintaining proper air pressure for the tires. The air inflator is located in the trunk. The ON switch will work only - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 116
warranty. Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment, and never use anything requiring more than 15 amps. D D D D Roadside Service with Location Emergency Services Button Remote Door Unlock Theft Detection/Notification and Stolen-Vehicle Tracking D Automatic Notification of Air Bag - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 117
sunroof is in the closed position, press the control switch forward to the vent position. Open the sunshade by hand. Press the switch rearward to close the rear vent. The control switch will work only when the ignition is on or during retained accessory power, if you have that option. See "Retained - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 118
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Sentinel/Headlamp Switch B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever C. Tilt Steering Wheel Lever D. Instrument Cluster/Gages E. Audio System Steering Wheel Controls F. Ignition Switch G. Air Outlet H. Climate Control System I. Glove Box J. Audio System K. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch L. Hood Release - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 120
fuel you're using, and many other things you'll need to drive safely and economically. Your vehicle is equipped with one of these instrument panel clusters, which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages. Cluster with Gages 2-60 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 121
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yellowblue Cluster with Compass and Boost Gage 2-62 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 123
's door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed. Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far you have driven since you last reset it. To set it to zero: D On vehicles with the Driver Information Center (DIC), press the button labeled TRIP. D On vehicles with - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 124
may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow this manual's advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly -- and even dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights and gages. They're a big help. Your vehicle may also have a driver information system that - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 125
a problem. Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag's electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 126
have a generator problem or another electrical system problem. Have it checked right away. Driving while this light is on could drain your battery. If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be certain to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio and climate control system. Some - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 127
Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle's hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn't working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have your brake - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 128
vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light isn't on, you still have brakes, but you don't have anti-lock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, you don't have anti-lock brakes and there's a problem with your regular brakes. See "Brake System Warning Light - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 129
conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible. In the section "Problems on the Road," this manual explains what to do. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. D If you turn the system off by pressing the button located on the center console - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 130
Lamp (Check Engine Light) Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. Check to see if the level is low at the recovery tank, and add coolant if necessary. If the level is not low, have your low coolant warning system serviced - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 131
detected on your vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required. D Light On Steady -- An emission control system NOTICE: Modifications made to the engine, transaxle, exhaust or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 132
the proper fuel to turn the light off. If none of the above steps have made the light turn off, have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle. Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed. 2-72 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 133
. On vehicles with the optional DIC, the CHECK GAGES light will go on and a warning chime will sound, if you have this option. Driving your vehicle with low oil pressure can cause extensive engine damage. NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 134
time the ignition key is turned to RUN. If the light doesn't turn on, have your vehicle serviced. If the engine oil is more than one quart (0.95 L) low and the engine has been shut off for at least eight minutes, the CHECK OIL LEVEL light will turn on for about one minute and will then - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 135
yellowblue Check Doors Light This light is part of the Systems Monitor. This message means that either the driver's door or one of the passenger's doors is not completely closed. When the ignition is on, your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left. When the gage reads - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 136
Washer Fluid" in the Index. driver's door or one of the passenger's doors is not completely closed. If this light comes on, see "Check Doors Light" in the Index. driving, it means there is a brake problem. See "Brake System Warning Light" in the Index. D Check Doors: This message means that either - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 137
of the driver information also available on your instrument panel cluster. The light to moderate throttle and boost under heavier throttle. The gage displays the air pressure level in psi going into the engine's combustion chamber. The gage is automatically centered at zero psi every time the engine - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 138
on, then the Head-Up Display will operate normally. If you never look at your instrument panel, you may not see something important, such as a warning light. So be sure to scan your displays and controls and the driving environment just as you would in a vehicle without HUD. NOTICE: HUD shows these - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 139
the steering column. 1. Start your engine and slide the HUD dimmer control all the way up. The brightness of the HUD image is determined by whether the headlamp switch is on or off, and where you have set the HUD dimmer control. Clean the inside of the windshield as needed to remove any dirt or film - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 140
the ignition is on, check to see if: Driver Information Center (Option) D D D D D The headlamps are on The HUD unit is covered The HUD dimmer control is adjusted correctly The HUD image is adjusted to the proper height A fuse in the fuse panel may be blown. See "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 141
level has fallen to about half full. If it comes on, see "Engine Coolant" in the Index. on while you are driving, check your gages for fuel, coolant temperature, oil pressure or battery voltage. D CHECK GAGES: If this light comes on and stays SECURITY MONITOR: The vehicle outline will illuminate to - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 142
Rear Sidemarker 4 Rear Stop/Tail/Turn 1 Center High-Mounted Stop Electronic Compass (Option) Turn Signal Back Up Tail Some vehicles are equipped with an electronic compass. As with all compasses, this unit senses the earth's magnetic field to show the direction the car is pointing. Brake Lamp - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 143
is different than the one shown when you turn the key on, follow the steps to change your zone number. If you live on the line, you can pick the zone area you are most likely to drive in. (In Alaska use Zone 9 or 10. In Hawaii use Zone 7). 2-83 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 144
and ZONE turn off, and the new zone number is remembered by the compass. All electronic compasses need to know the magnetic profile of your car. This is called calibration and is done automatically by your compass. But, the feature is available if you would like to - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 145
these objects over time. If you use an antenna with a magnetic base, it is best to mount it away from the center of the trunk near the rear window. The rear defog system can affect accuracy, and the compass corrects for the rear defog. However, if the rear defog is turned on while making sharp turns - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 146
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First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section, you'll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 148
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Comfort Controls This section tells you how to make your air system work for you. Your comfort control system uses ozone-friendly R-134a refrigerant. With these systems, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 149
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 A/C: This setting cools the air entering your vehicle and directs it through the instrument panel outlets. The air conditioning compressor operates in all air conditioner positions. BI-LEVEL: This setting directs air into your vehicle in two - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 150
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 Mode Button Press this button to deliver air through the floor, middle or windshield outlets. The system will stay in the selected mode until the MODE or AUTO button is pushed. Press the up arrow to cycle through the available modes. - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 151
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 Manual Operation You may also manually adjust the air delivery mode or fan speed. HEAT: Manually selecting HEAT by cycling through the MODE settings will deliver air to the floor outlets. DEFOG: Manually selecting DEFOG by cycling through - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 152
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Air Conditioning On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape. This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best. If - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 153
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First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 Ventilation Tips yellowblue D When you start your vehicle and the EXT TEMP Defogging and Defrosting D Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction such as leaves. The heater and defroster will work better, - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 155
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Rear Window Defogger After 10 minutes it will turn off by itself, or press the button during the heating cycle to turn it off. If you need additional warming time, push the button again. The system will then operate for five - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 156
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First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 Finding a Station AM-FM: Press this button to switch between AM and FM. noisy, you may want to decrease the treble. Adjusting the Speakers BALANCE: Turn the control behind the upper knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 158
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped) Finding a Station AM-FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Press this knob lightly this knob to turn the system on and off. To - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 159
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 Setting FADE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn this knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers. The middle position BAL, BASS and TREB controls just as you do for the radio. The display will show an arrow to show which side of the tape is - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 160
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 If E and a number appear on the radio display, the tape won't play because of an error. yellowblue D E10: The tape is tight and the player can't turn the tape hubs. Remove button to play the other side of the tape. D quickly to another part of the tape. - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 161
for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 AM radio, press the AM-FM button. EJECT: Press this button to remove the tape. The radio will play. EJECT may be activated with , use the following steps: 1. Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY. 2. Turn the radio off. 3. Press and hold the TAPE/PLAY - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 162
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Equalizer (If Equipped) Finding a Station AM/FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Press this knob lightly knob to turn the system on and off. - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 163
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 Setting the Tone EQUALIZER: A seven-band equalizer is part of your audio system. Slide the levers up to boost or down to reduce frequency range. Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to move the sound to - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 164
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 (3): Press this button to play the other side of the tape. (4): Press this button to Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape. Press the button again to FM button. EJECT: Press this button to remove the tape. The radio will play. EJECT - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 165
for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 CLN feature, use the following steps: 1. Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY. 2. Turn the radio off. 3. Press and hold the TAPE/PLAY button Your vehicle may be equipped with a BoseR speaker system and an amplifier. Please see your dealer for details. Playing the - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 166
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 Finding a Station AM/FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Press this knob lightly : Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to move the sound to the front or rear speakers. The middle position - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 167
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player time. D The disc is upside down. D It is dirty, scratched or wet. D The air is very humid. (If so, wait about an hour and try again.) If any error occurs - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 168
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 radio is on. EJECT: Press this button to remove the disc or stop the disc and switch to the radio. EJECT will work with the radio off. Playing the Radio POWER-VOL: Push this knob to turn the system on - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 169
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 Finding a Station AM/FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to choose radio stations. Push the knob back into its stored position when - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 170
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can't be corrected, please contact your dealer. If your radio displays an error number, write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem. PREV (1): Press this button or the - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 171
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Theft-Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCKR is designed to discourage theft of your radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed. The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 172
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 Unlocking the Theft Theft-Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 1. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY correct code is entered. When battery power is removed and later applied to a secured radio, the radio - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 173
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 To unlock a secured radio, see "Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss" earlier in this section. yellowblue Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, you can control to play the other side of the tape. If - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 174
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 power lines. System Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing. Take precautions by adjusting the volume control - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 175
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 To help avoid hearing engine, Delco Electronics radio or other systems, and even damage them. Your vehicle's systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly. So, before adding sound equipment, check - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 176
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 steps. 1. Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY. 2. Turn the radio off. 3. Press condition before you have your tape player serviced. Care of Your Compact Discs Handle from the center to the edge. Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs. - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 177
Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged. If the mast should ever become slightly bent, you can straighten it out by hand. If the mast is badly bent, as it might be by vandals, you should replace it. Check every - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 178
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Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Off-Road Recovery Passing Loss of Control Driving at - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 180
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Defensive driving really means "be ready for anything." On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means "always expect the unexpected." AS400101 Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 181
Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Drunken problem. The Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of someone who is drinking depends upon four things: D D D D Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision Attentiveness. D The amount of alcohol consumed D The drinker's body weight - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 182
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue AM407001 Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks. The law in many U.S. states sets the - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 183
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 The body takes about an hour to rid itself alcohol in a person's system can make crash injuries worse, especially injuries to the brain, spinal cord or heart. This means that when anyone who has been drinking -- driver or passenger -- is in - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 184
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 185
be harder to push. yellowblue Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes (ABS). ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. When you start your engine, or when you begin to drive away, your anti-lock brake system will check itself. You may hear - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 186
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. yellowblue AS415003 AS415013 Here's how anti-lock works. Let's say the - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 187
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 Remember: Anti-lock doesn't change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won't have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 188
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 To turn the system off, press the TRACTION CONTROL button located on the console next to the gear shift selector. An indicator light in the switch will turn off when you turn TRACTION CONTROL off. yellowblue H-24-2258-S Steering Power - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 189
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Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Off-Road Recovery X-04-2700-T You may find that your right wheels have dropped off holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o'clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 191
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Passing The driver over your shoulder and check the blind spot. D When it looks like center line usually indicates it's all right to pass (providing the road ahead is clear). Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 192
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue D Check your mirrors, glance over your throttle causes the driving wheels to spin. A cornering skid is best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. If you have the traction control system, remember: It helps - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 193
. Remember: Any anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps avoid only the braking skid. yellowblue Driving at Night H-44-0003-V Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired -- by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 194
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 Here are some tips on night driving. yellowblue D Drive defensively. D Don't drink and drive. D Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. But if - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 195
Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads H-44-0004-V Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid. Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 196
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue CAUTION: H-44-0005-V Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won't work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 197
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine's air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 198
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: D Know the best way to get to where you are going. AS460001 Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 199
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Freeway Driving AS461001 At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check speed. Switch on your turn signal, check your - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 200
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 first part of Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? D Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? D Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble route? Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system? 4-22 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 201
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as "highway hypnosis"? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel road ahead and to the sides. Check your rearview mirrors and the road into a rest, service or parking area and take a nap - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 202
for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you're planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. yellowblue CAUTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 203
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Winter Driving AS480009 AS480001 Here are And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction. Be sure you properly secure - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 204
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the conditions. See "Traction Control System" in the Index. If you don't have the traction control system, accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 205
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle's stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you'll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See "Anti-Lock" in - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 206
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue D Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you've been stopped by the snow. D Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO ( - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 207
for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again the front wheels on a dolly. 2. Put the vehicle in PARK(P). 3. Set the parking brake and then remove the key. 4. Clamp the steering wheel in a - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 208
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Loading Your Vehicle X-04-0016-W X-04-0017-W Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry. The Tire-Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the driver's door tells you the proper size, speed - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 209
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control the weight - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 210
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Towing a Trailer CAUTION: If you don't use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well -- or even at all. You and - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 211
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do, here are some important points: Three important considerations have to do with weight . D Consider using a sway control. You can ask a hitch driven. Your engine, axle or other parts could be damaged - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 212
for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Customer Assistance Center Pontiac-GMC Division P.O. Box 436008 Pontiac, MI 48343-6008 In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 213
Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires Be sure your vehicle's tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. You'll find these numbers on the Tire Loading Information label located at the rear edge of the driver's door or see - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 214
for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you'll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 215
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 When you're turning with a trailer, make wider turns than normal. Do this so your trailer won't strike soft shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees or other objects. Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers. Signal well in advance. yellowblue So, when - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 216
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here's how to do it: 1. Apply your regular brakes, but don't shift into PARK (P) yet. 2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 217
Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you'll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5-2 5-3 5-3 5-8 5-9 Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating 5-12 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 218
Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Hazard Warning Flashers H-35-5090-R Press the button in to make your front and rear turn warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. When the hazard warning flashers - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 219
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. NOTICE: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 220
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 the electrical systems. To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, set the parking brake firmly on repairs wouldn't be covered by your warranty. 4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. CAUTION: An electric fan can start up even when the engine - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 221
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You don't need - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 222
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue X-45-1608-M C-35-5016-R 8. Don't let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 7. Connect the red positive (+) cable to - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 223
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 9. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the good battery's negative (-) terminal. Don't let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative (-) cable doesn't go to the dead battery. yellowblue X-45- - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 224
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 12. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery. If it won't start after a few tries, it probably needs service. 13. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting. Take care that they don't touch each other or any - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 225
towed with wheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your vehicle towed. See "Roadside Assistance" in the Index. Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage or the warning light about a hot engine on your vehicle - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 226
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION: AM530002 Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 227
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: 3. If you're in a traffic jam, - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 228
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Cooling System When you decide it's safe to lift the hood, here's what you'll see: CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 229
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark. If it isn't, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. yellowblue NOTICE: When adding coolant, it is - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 230
Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven't found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn't at the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOLR engine coolant at the coolant recovery - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 231
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue CAUTION: H-45-0326-T You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don't spill coolant on a hot engine. When the coolant in the - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 232
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator pressure cap -- even a little -- they can come out - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 233
for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue How to Add Coolant to the Radiator C-45-6705-T C-45-6704-T 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 234
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue C-45-6703-T H-45-0326-T 3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOLR coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. (See "Engine Coolant" in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture.) 4. Then - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 235
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue H-45-0329-T C-45-6706-T 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fans. 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 236
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue If a Tire Goes Flat It's unusual for a tire to "blow out" while you're driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it's much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a " - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 237
Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Removing the Spare Tire and Tools H-45-0010-V C-35-5051-R The equipment you'll need is in the trunk. Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk. Turn the center retainer bolt on the spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 238
Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 The box that stores the jack and wheel wrench is located on the passenger side trunk wall. Open the box and then remove the wing bolt by turning it counterclockwise. yellowblue H-45-0610-W H-25-6006-T Remove the jack and wheel wrench. The - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 239
Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue If you have aluminum wheels with nut caps, remove them. Removing Wheel Covers and Wheel Nut Caps H-25-4001-R To remove the wheel or nut cap covers for your particular vehicle, if you have steel wheels with full plastic wheel covers - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 240
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire H-35-5061-R H-25-5062-T 2. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the jack lift head until it fits under the vehicle. 1. Use the wheel wrench to loosen the wheel nuts, but - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 241
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue CAUTION: C-53-5053-T Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. CAUTION: 3. - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 242
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue X-05-0617-T H-25-5060-R 7. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. CAUTION: 5. Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 243
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 8. Place the compact spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface. H-35-5054-R C-46-3616-L 9. Replace - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 244
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 11. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence. yellowblue X-05-0601-S NOTICE: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 245
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 When re-installing the full plastic wheel cover, align the valve stem symbol (which is molded into the back side of the cover) with the valve stem. yellowblue When re-installing the decorative nut caps on aluminum wheels, tighten the caps - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 246
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Storing the Flat Tire and Tools Store the flat tire as far forward in the trunk as possible. Store the jack and wheel wrench in their box in the trunk on the passenger's side. CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 247
for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon as you can. See "Compact Spare Tire" later in this section. See the storing instructions label to replace your compact spare into your trunk properly. H-25-0100-W 1. Jack 2. Wheel - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 248
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 249
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you don't want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as "rocking" can help you get out - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 250
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue NOTES 5-34 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 251
Service Fuel Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Automatic Transaxle Fluid Radiator Pressure Cap Engine Coolant Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery Bulb Replacement - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 252
To order the proper service manual, see "Service and Owner Publications" in the Index. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see "Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle" in the Index. You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 253
gasoline and you hear heavy knocking, your engine needs service. Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it. This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. Check with your dealer before - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 254
, but emission control system performance may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on and/or your vehicle may fail a smog-check test. (See "Malfunction Indicator Lamp" in the Index.) If this occurs, return to your authorized Pontiac dealer for diagnosis - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 255
in your engine and fuel system, allowing your emission control system to function properly fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn't be covered by your warranty. To check on fuel availability metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. That damage - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 256
. Don't smoke if you're near gasoline or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from gasoline. The cap is behind a hinged door on the driver's side of your vehicle. 6-6 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 257
hang the tethered cap on the hook on the inside of the fuel door. To remove the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The cap may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and your fuel tank and emissions system may be damaged. See "Malfunction Indicator Lamp" in the Index. 6-7 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 258
mechanism is on the driver's side of the vehicle, at the top of the trunk compartment. Pull the tab rearward to release the fuel door. NOTICE: Prying on a locked fuel filler door can damage it. Use the remote fuel door manual release located in the trunk. Fuel Door Manual Release (Option) If your - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 259
Checking Things Under the Hood The following sections tell you how to check fluids, lubricants and important underhood parts. CAUTION: An electric fan electric fan. CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant, brake - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 260
yellowblue Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle. It is next to the parking brake pedal near the floor. Then go to the front of the vehicle and push up on the secondary hood release. Lift the hood. Before closing - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 261
yellowblue 3800 Series II Engine (L36 - Code K) When you open the hood, you'll see: A. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank B. Battery C. Radiator Pressure Cap D. Engine Oil Dipstick E. Engine Oil Fill Cap F. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick G. Brake Master Cylinder H. Air Cleaner I. Windshield Washer - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 262
- Code 1) (If Equipped) When you open the hood, you'll see: A. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank B. Battery C. Radiator Pressure Cap D. Engine Oil Dipstick E. Engine Oil Fill Cap F. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick G. Brake Master Cylinder H. Air Cleaner I. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 6-12 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 263
is pumping is routed through a bypass. All of these controls, working together, provide high performance character and fuel efficiency in the 3800 V6 Supercharged engine. Engine Oil If the CHECK OIL LEVEL light on the instrument panel comes on, it means you need to check your engine oil level right - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 264
must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For crankcase capacity, see "Capacities and Specifications" in the Index. Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 265
to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way back in when you're through. What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the "Starburst" symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 266
The vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial application. Driving under these conditions causes engine oil to break down sooner. If any one of these is true for your vehicle, then you need to change your oil and filter - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 267
, or into streams or bodies of water. Instead, recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil, ask your dealer, a service station or a local recycling center for help. 1. Remove the screws on the air cleaner housing cover. 6-17 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 268
and away from the throttle body. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector which is attached to the air temperature sensor located in the hose. This will allow you to lift the rear portion of the air cleaner. 5. Replace the air filter. 6. Reinstall the rear section of the air cleaner. 7. Reconnect the - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 269
qualified service center perform this maintenance. 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. When to Check Check oil level - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 270
Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. CAUTION: If you remove the supercharger oil fill plug while the engine or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100, - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 271
system parts, starting a fire. Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transaxle fluid. Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving: D Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. in PARK (P). D With the parking brake - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 272
steps: 1. The transaxle fluid dipstick top is a round, red loop and is next to the brake master cylinder behind the engine block. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the cross - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 273
under "How to Check." 4. When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the dipstick back in all the way; then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place. way; then press the tab down to lock the dipstick in place. way. Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 274
000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only DEX-COOLR extended life coolant. The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see "Engine Overheating" in the Index. A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 275
clean, drinkable water and one-half DEX-COOLR coolant which won't damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you don't need to add anything else. NOTICE: If you use an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn't be covered by your - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 276
yellowblue Checking Coolant If this LOW COOLANT warning light comes on and stays on, it means you're low on engine coolant. If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOLR coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank, but be careful not to spill it. Adding Coolant CAUTION: The vehicle must - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 277
indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. How to Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool, wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 278
instructions for adding water. Don't mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Don't use engine coolant (antifreeze) in your windshield washer. It can damage your washer system and paint. - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 279
a leak. If you add fluid when your linings are worn, then you'll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings. You should add (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. CAUTION: Your brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver's side of - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 280
the reservoir. NOTICE: D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they'll have to be replaced. Don't let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 281
you have the front brake pads replaced, have the rear brakes inspected, too. Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. See "Brake System Inspection" in Section 7 of this manual under Part C "Periodic Maintenance Inspections." CAUTION: The brake wear warning sound means that - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 282
someone 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. CAUTION: Batteries have acid - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 283
this section, contact your dealer's service department. Driver's Side Replacement Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. If you - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 284
yellowblue Passenger's Side Replacement 1. Remove the two bolts with a 10 mm socket. 2. Slide the headlamp assembly outward (to the left) and lift it out. 6-34 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 285
yellowblue 3. Tip the assembly and turn the bulb assembly counterclockwise to remove it. 4. Replace the bulb and reverse the steps to install the new bulb assembly. 6-35 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 286
system we recommend that you take it to your dealer for service; however, it is possible for you to re-aim driver's seat. NOTICE: To make sure your headlamps are aimed properly, read all the instructions before beginning. Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 287
devices are under the hood near the headlamps. A. Turn the horizontal aiming screw until the indicator is lined up with zero. B. Turn the vertical aiming screw until the level bubble is lined up with zero. Start with the horizontal aim. The adjustment screws can be turned with Once the horizontal - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 288
/Sidemarker Lamps For the proper bulb type, see "Replacement Bulbs" in the Index. 2. Pull the carpeting away from the rear corner of the trunk. 3. Turn the bulb socket assembly counterclockwise to remove it from the lamp assembly. 1. Remove the plastic nut holding the carpeting in place. Turn - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 289
yellowblue Trunk-Mounted Taillamps and Back-up Lamps For the proper bulb type, see "Replacement Bulbs" in the Index. 4. Replace the bulb and reverse the steps to install the new bulb assembly. 1. Push in on the center of the plastic push pin with a pen. The push pin should eject. 6-39 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 290
altogether -- two on the driver's side and two on the passenger's side.) 3. Remove the five nuts that hold the assembly in place with a 10 mm socket. Pull the carpet up and out of the way to remove the center nut. (There are two nuts on the driver's side, two on the passenger's side and one in the - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 291
side flaps at the same time (driver's side shown) and lift the assembly out. 5. Carefully let go of the decklid and let it raise completely. The assembly will still be connected to the wiring harness, but now you will have access to the bulbs. 6. Turn the bulb assembly counterclockwise to remove - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 292
yellowblue 7. Pull out the taillamp bulb to remove it. 8. If you are replacing the back-up bulb, it must be turned and pulled out to be removed. 9. Reverse the steps to install the new bulb assembly. 6-42 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 293
. See "Wiper Blade Check" in Section 7 of this manual under Part B "Owner Checks and Services" for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. Here's how to remove the type with a release hole: 1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 294
questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Pontiac Warranty booklet for details. CAUTION: (Continued) D your tread is badly worn, or if your tires have been damaged, replace them. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. D Overloading - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 295
Loading Information label, which is on the rear edge of the driver's door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your have too much air (overinflation), you can get the following: D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Rough ride D Needless damage from road hazards. When to Check Check your tires once - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 296
km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See "When It's Time for New Tires" and "Wheel Replacement" later in this section for more information. The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 297
new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, endurance, handling, speed rating, traction, ride and other things during normal service on replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 298
yellowblue Uniform Tire Quality Grading CAUTION: Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes may also cause - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 299
relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. Traction -- AA, A, B, C The traction grades, from highest to - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 300
, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 301
fail suddenly and cause an accident. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel. NOTICE: Use tire chains only where legal and only ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer's instructions. If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle, - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 302
follow the manufacturer's warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you're cleaning the inside. Never use these to clean your vehicle: Don't use any of these unless this manual -Solvent Dry Spot and Soil Remover for cleaning fabric and carpet. - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 303
instructions described earlier. 3. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the area with a water/baking soda solution: 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup to remove any loose dirt. 2. Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 304
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. D Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove use heat to dry. Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. D For stubborn - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 305
liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust the inside of the rear window, an electric defogger element may be . Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary; replace blades (non-scratching glass cleaning powder), GM Part No. 1050011. The windshield is clean if - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 306
may cause water to enter your vehicle. Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under "Washing Your Vehicle." Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 307
safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Exterior painted wheels other than chrome-plated wheels. Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 308
Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. At - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 309
black marks from whitewalls Cleans vinyl tops, upholstery and convertible tops Removes dirt, grime, smoke and fingerprints Protects leather, wood, acrylics, Plexiglas , plastic, rubber and vinyl Cleans carpets, seats, interior trim, door panels and floor mats Spray on and rinse with water Attracts - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 310
appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver's side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration. D D D D your - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 311
an air bag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle, see "Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle electrical problem, be sure to have it fixed. Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power windows and other power accessories - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 312
. To check the fuses in this underhood fuse center, turn the two knobs one-quarter turn counterclockwise and loosen the metal wing nut on the passenger's side of the cover. Then remove the cover. The inside of the cover has a chart that explains the features and controls governed by each fuse and - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 313
Driver's Side Fuse Block The driver's side fuse block is to the left of the steering wheel, under the instrument panel. Snap off the cover to reveal the fuses. You'll find a fuse puller clipped to the inside of the cover. Place the wide end of the fuse puller over the plastic end of the fuse - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 314
Circuit Breaker-Power Sunroof Not Used Circuit Breaker-Power Seats Not Used Not Used PASS-KeyR Spare Not Used Not Used Automatic A/C Control, Base Cluster, Cruise Control Courtesy Lamps, Power Mirrors Not Used Not Used Not Used Turn Signal, Back-Up Lamps, Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock Spare 6-64 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 315
Used Anti-Lock Brake System, Computer Command Ride Brake and Hazard Lamps Not Used Interior Lighting Cigarette Lighter Air Bag System Spare Not Used Not Used Cooling Fans, Transaxle Parking Lamps/Interior Lamps Not Used Not Used (Battery), Radio, Cluster Ignition (Run/Crank), Chime, Cluster Fuse 2D - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 316
yellowblue Passenger's Side Fuse Block Additional fuses are located in the relay center, on the passenger's side, below the instrument panel. You must remove the sound insulator on the right side of the passenger footwell to replace these fuses. Since replacing these fuses is difficult. We - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 317
yellowblue Fuse 1 2 3 4 5 6 Usage Door Locks Trunk Release, RAC Horns Not Used Miscellaneous Engines Controls (OBD II) Fuel Pump Fuse 7 8 9 10 11 12 Usage Injectors Powertrain Control Module Not Used Not Used A/C Programmer Not Used 6-67 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 318
If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center, the messages will also appear on the Lamp Monitor to alert you that a bulb needs to be replaced. Outside Lamps Front Parking/Turn Lamps ...3157NA Halogen Headlamps Low Beam ...9006 High Beam ...9005 Rear Taillamps ...194 Back-up Lamps - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 319
.3 L) When draining or replacing torque converter, more fluid may be needed. Engine Crankcase ...Oil change with filter change. Fuel Tank ...Tire Pressures ...Wheel Nut Torque ...R-134a Air Conditioning ...18.0 gallons (68.1 L) See Tire-Loading Information label on the driver's door. 100 lb-ft 140 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 320
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 Air Cleaner Filter ...AC Type A-1096C Engine Oil Filter ...AC Type - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 321
(141.5 cm) L36 Engine Accessory Belt The L36 engine uses an engine accessory belt. This diagram shows the features connected and the routing. See "Maintenance Schedule" in the Index for when to check the belt. A. Power Steering B. Generator C. Air Conditioning D. Crank E. Coolant Pump F. Idler - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 322
Schedule" in the Index for when to check the accessory drive belts and the supercharger oil level. Have your dealer check the oil level in the supercharger. 1. 2. A. B. Front Belt Back Belt Generator Power Steering Pump C. D. E. F. Crank Supercharger Coolant Pump Air Conditioning 6-72 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 323
and emission control performance. 7-2 7-3 7-4 7-7 7-22 Introduction How This Section is Organized Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-32 7-36 7-38 7-40 Part B: Owner Checks and Services Part C: Periodic Maintenance - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 324
maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle. To help protect our environment, and to keep your vehicle in good condition, please maintain your vehicle properly. Have you - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 325
service department or another qualified service center do these jobs. "Part B: Owner Checks and Services" tells you what should be checked and when. It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. "Part your vehicle for warranty repairs. CAUTION: Performing - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 326
needs vary. You may need more frequent checks and replacements. So please read the following and note how you drive. If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your dealer. This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 327
,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter Replacement. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection. Supercharger Oil Check (or every 36 months, whichever occurs first) (3800 Code 1 V6 engine only). Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle Service (severe conditions only). Every 60,000 Miles (100 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 328
occurs first) (3800 Code 1 V6 engine only). Air Cleaner Filter Replacement. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection. Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle Service (severe conditions only). Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. Every 100,000 Miles (166 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 329
and steering linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides and underbody contact points and linkage. + A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation. See "Brake System Inspection" under "Periodic Maintenance Inspections" in Part C of this schedule. ++ If you drive in - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 330
Maintenance 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) An Emission Control Service. j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 331
000 km) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote[.) 15,000 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 332
21,000 Miles (35 000 km) An Emission Control Service. j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 333
(or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) j Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. j Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) An Emission - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 334
: 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) An Emission Control Service. j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 335
every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote[.) 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 48,000 Miles (80 000 km - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 336
). 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) An Emission Control Service. j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 337
or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) j Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. j Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. j Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) DATE - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 338
: 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) An Emission Control Service. j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 339
footnote +.) (Also see footnote ++.) j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote[.) 75,000 Miles - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 340
81,000 Miles (135 000 km) An Emission Control Service. j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 341
#.) j Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. j Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) An Emission Control Service. j Change engine oil and filter (or - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 342
,000 Miles (165 000 km) An Emission Control Service. j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). j Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. j Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 100,000 Miles (166 000 km - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 343
system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See "Engine Coolant" in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 344
and steering linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides and underbody contact points and linkage. + A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation. See "Brake System Inspection" under "Periodic Maintenance Inspections" in Part C of this schedule. ++ If you drive in - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 345
additional information. (See footnote +.) 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: j Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 346
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[.) j For supercharged engines only: Check the supercharger oil - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 347
additional information. (See footnote +.) 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: j Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 348
you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (166 000 km). j Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 349
footnote ++.) Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. 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 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 350
See footnote +.) (Also see footnote ++.) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: j Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. j Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 351
any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote[.) j For supercharged engines only: Check the supercharger see footnote ++.) j Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. j Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 352
, haven't changed your automatic transaxle fluid, change both the fluid and filter. j Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. j Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven 100,000 Miles (166 000 km - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 353
and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See "Engine Coolant" in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 354
yellowblue Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 355
problem. Check the system and repair if needed. At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all body door hinges. Also lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the hood, rear - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 356
Starter Switch Check Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in any other position, your vehicle needs service. CAUTION: When you are doing this check - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 357
out only in LOCK. Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P) Mechanism Check the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 358
service manual. See "Service and Owner Publications" in the Index. Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose connections or other conditions - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 359
hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking brake adjustment. You may - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 360
use only GM GoodwrenchR DEX-COOLR or HavolineR DEX-COOLR Coolant. See "Engine Coolant" in the Index. Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 12377967 or equivalent DOT-3 Brake Fluid). USAGE Windshield Washer Solvent Parking Brake Cable Guides FLUID/LUBRICANT GM OptikleenR Washer Solvent (GM - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 361
Linkage FLUID/LUBRICANT USAGE Hood and Door Hinges Rear Compartment, Glove Box Door and Console Door Hinges Weatherstrip Conditioning FLUID/LUBRICANT Multi-Purpose Lubricant, SuperlubeR (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Multi-Purpose Lubricant, SuperlubeR (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 362
yellowblue Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from "Owner Checks and Services" or "Periodic Maintenance" can be added - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 363
yellowblue Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-41 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 364
yellowblue Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-42 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 365
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Pontiac if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. 8-2 8-3 8-3 8-5 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 366
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Pontiac Cares X-08-0003-V The PONTIAC CARES philosophy and elements are designed to make you realize that Pontiac recognizes you as a valuable customer, appreciates your purchase decision, and is dedicated to taking care of - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 367
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue What Makes Up Pontiac Cares? D A 3 year/36,000 mile (60 000 km) Bumper to Bumper Warranty Customer Satisfaction Procedure D Customer Assistance D Roadside Assistance D Courtesy Transportation All of these elements combine to - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 368
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Pontiac. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer's sales or service departments. Sometimes, however - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 369
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you are - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 370
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163 If toll-free service is not available in the Caribbean, call Puerto Rico 1-787-763-1315. All Overseas Locations GMODC - Customer Communication Centre 169 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 371
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities X-08-0001-X This program, available to qualified applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 372
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Pontiac Roadside Assistance Program Assistance program. This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road. Pontiac's Roadside Assistance toll-free number is - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 373
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 We have quick, easy access to telephone numbers of the following additional services depending on your needs: D Hotels D Glass replacement D Tire repair services. D D D D D D Location of vehicle Telephone number of your location Vehicle model, year and color - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 374
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue Courtesy Transportation Pontiac has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealerships are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 375
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 Courtesy Rental Vehicle When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight warranty repairs pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is not part such as shuttle service, may not be - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 376
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE , it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 377
for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you'll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-PM-CARES, or write: Pontiac-GMC Customer Assistance Center - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 378
with your check, money order, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.) CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1999 PONTIAC SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 379
for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 ORDER TOLL FREE (NOTE: For Credit Card Holders Only) yellowblue 1-800-551-4123 (Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM EST) FAX Orders Only 1-313-865-5927 Orders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt. Please allow adequate time for postal service. If - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 380
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 yellowblue NOTES 8-16 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 381
69 Air Control, Climate Control System ...3-2, 3-4 Air Inflator System ...2-55 Alarm, Universal Theft-Deterrent ...2-17 Alignment and Balance, Tire ...6-50 Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning ...6-57 Antenna, Fixed ...3-31 Antenna, Power ...3-31 Antifreeze ...6-24 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ...2-68 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 382
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 BBB Auto Line ...8-4 Belt, Engine Accessory ...6-71 Better Business Bureau Mediation ...8-4 Blizzard, Driving In ...4-27 Boost Gage ...2-77 Brake Adjustment ...6-32 Fluid ...6-29 Master Cylinder ...6-29 Parking ...2-28 Pedal Travel ...6-31 Replacing System - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 383
Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Wheels ...6-57 Exterior Lamps/Lenses ...6-56 Fabric ...6-52 Glass ...6-55 Inside of Your Vehicle ...6-52 Instrument Panel ...6-54 Interior Plastic Components ...6-52 Leather ...6-54 Outside of Your Vehicle ...6-55 Special Problems - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 384
Level Control ...4-31 Engine ...6-11, 6-12 Accessory Belt ...6-71 Coolant ...6-24 Coolant Heater ...2-22 Coolant Level Check ...7-32 yellowblue Electrical Equipment, Adding ...3-28, 6-61 Coolant Temperature Gage ...2-69 Exhaust ...2-15, 2-33 4-28 Fuse Block (Driver's Side) ...6-63 Fuse Block - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 385
French Language Manual ...ii Fuel ...6-3 Canada ...6-5 Door Lock ...6-8 Door Release ...6-8 Filling a Portable Container ...6-9 Filling Your Tank ...6-6 Gage ...2-75 In Foreign Countries ...6-5 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...6-62 Boost ...2-77 Engine Coolant Temperature ...2-69 Engine Oil Pressure - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 386
...2-31 Level Control, Electronic ...4-31 Light Sensor, Twilight Sentinel ...2-45 Lighter ...2-54 Lights Air Bag Readiness ...1-21, 2-65 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ...2-68, 4-7 Battery Warning ...2-66 Brake System Warning ...2-67 Check Doors ...2-75 Check Engine ...2-70 Check Gages ...2-74 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 387
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check ...7-35 Key Lock Cylinder Service ...7-33 Power Door ...2-5 Rear Door Security ...2-8 Trunk ...2-14 Automatic Door, Customizing ...2-6 Low Coolant Message ...2-81 Low Coolant Warning Light ...2-70 Low Washer - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 388
...2-11 Security Feedback ...2-12 Pontiac Cares Information ...8-2 Power Accessory Outlet ...2-56 Antenna Mast Care ...3-31 Antenna Service ...7-32 Door Locks ...2-5 Option Fuses ...6-61 Remote Control Mirror ...2-50 Seat ...1-2 Seat Lumbar Controls ...1-3 Seatback Recliner ...1-4 Steering ...4-10 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 389
First Edition for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 Keyless Entry, Personalization Features ...2-11 Keyless Entry, Resynchronization ...2-14 Keyless Entry, Security Feedback ...2-12 Replacement Bulbs ...6-68 Parts ...6-70 Wheel ...6-50 Replacing Safety Belts ...1-53 Reporting Safety Defects - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 390
64 Taillamp Bulb Replacement ...6-39 Tape Player Care ...3-29 Temperature Control, Climate Control System ...3-2, 3-3 Theater Dimming ...2-47 Theft ...2-16 Theft-Deterrent Alarm System ...2-17 Theft-Deterrent Feature, CD Player ...3-24 THEFTLOCK ...3-25 Thermostat ...6-23 Tilt Steering Wheel ...2-36 - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 391
, Wheel Nut ...5-28, 6-69 Towing Recreational Vehicle ...4-29 Trailer ...4-32 Your Vehicle ...5-8 Traction Control System Warning Light ...2-68, 4-9 Off Warning Light ...2-68, 4-9 Traction Control System ...4-9 yellowblue Trailer Brakes ...4-35 Driving on Grades ...4-37 Driving with ...4-36 Engine - 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | Owner's Manual - Page 392
for Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - 1999 nderbody Flushing Service ...7-35 Underbody Maintenance ...6-58 Universal Theft-Deterrent System ...2-17 Control ...4-6 Damage Warnings ...iv Dimensions ...6-71 Identification Number ...6-60 Loading ...4-30 Storage ...6-32 Ventilation System ...3-7 Visor
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First Edition for Pontiac
Bonneville
Owner’s Manual – 1999
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The 1999 Pontiac Bonneville Owner’s Manual
1
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Seats and Restraint Systems
This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the “SRS” system.
2
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Features and Controls
This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle.
3
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Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system.
4
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Your Driving and the Road
Here you’ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions.
5
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Problems on the Road
This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc.
6
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Service and Appearance Care
Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good.
7
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Maintenance Schedule
This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use.
8
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Customer Assistance Information
This section tells you how to contact Pontiac for assistance and how to get service and owner publications.
It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 8
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12.
9
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Index
Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. You can use it to quickly find
something you want to read.