1994 Pontiac Firebird Owner's Manual - Page 56

TRANSMISSION START INDEEAR@ L C Fecond-Gear Start 'our vehicle may be equipped witha Second-Gear Start feature. Press "2ND c;EAR START" to provide more traction Vvhen you are starting on ice or other S lippery surfaces. The transmission will ble in second gear when the vehicle begin; t 3 move. After starting in second gear, tht c Vrehicle will upshift normally. 'his feature is only for improved traction Pthen the road surface is slippery and is nlot intended for continuous use. Always U.se "NORMAL"for normal road Conditions. You may press "2ND GEAR S;TART'' again to turnoff this feature. FYhenever you start your vehicle, the tlransmission is in the "NORMAL" mode. Engine Coolant Heater (Engine Block Heater) (OPTION) In very cold weather, 0°F (- 18 "C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You'll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. To use the coolant heater: 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3 Plug it into a normal, grounded . 110-volt outlet. NOTICE: After you've used thecoolant heater, be sure to store the cord as it was before to keep it awayfrom moving engine parts. If you don't, it could be damaged. 55.