1995 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 69

Manual transaxle: The gear selector should be in neutral. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine. Your vehicle won't start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down -- that's a safety feature. To start your 2.3 Liter engine: 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. Whenthe engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed willgo down as your engine gets warm. 3. If your engine still won't start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal the way to the all floor and holding it there as you the key in hold START for about three seconds. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine.If the car starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing,but this time keep the pedal about one-quarterof the way down for fiveor six seconds. NOTICE: Your engineis designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle.If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change way the the fuel injection system operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you don't, your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of this manual that tells how to doit without damaging your vehicle. See "Towing Your Vehicle'' in the Index. NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And excessive heat can the damage your starter motor. I 2. If it doesn't start right away, and if the weather is very cold (below-20" F, or -29" C), push the accelerator pedal about one-quarter of the way down while you turn the key to START. Do this until the engine starts. As soon as does, let go of the key. it 2-14