1997 Pontiac Grand Prix Owner's Manual - Page 132
1997 Pontiac Grand Prix Manual
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Put smallloads, like grocery bags, inthe net. It can help keep them from falling overduring sharp turns or quick starts and stops. The net isn't for larger, heavier loads. Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can. NOTICE: Don't put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays.If you do, cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them fire, on causing damage. You can unhook the net so that it will lie flatwhen you're not using it. You will also need to unhook the net for taillamp removal. Ashtrays and Lighter The center front ashtrayis on the instrument panel. To open it, pull at the bottom of the ashtray until it is fully open. To remove the ashtray cup, lift the tabs on the sides of the ashtray cup and pull out. Your Grand Prix has one rearashtray. There is either one on the front seat armrest back or one on the back of the center console (if you have that option). To open the ashtray, press the right side and turn it open. To remove the ashtray for cleaning, press the snuffer as you lift up the bottom of the ashtray. To use the lighter, located inside the center frontashtray, just push it in all the way and let go. When it's ready, it will pop back by itself. y. That can makeit overheat, damaging the 2-58