1998 Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - Page 322

How This Section is Organized The remainder of this section is divided into five parts: "Part B: Owner Checks and Services" tells you what also should be checked and when. It explains what you good condition. can easily do to help keep your vehicle in "Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections" explains important inspections that your dealer's service department perform. or another qualified service center should "Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" lists some recommended products to help keep your vehicle properly maintained. These products, or their equivalents, should be used whether you do the work yourself or have it done. "Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services" shows what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer'sservice department or another qualified service center do these jobs. A CAUTION: Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be seriouslyinjured. Do your own maintenance work onlyif you have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment for the job. If you haveany doubt, have a qualified technician dothe work. If you are skilled enough to do some work on your vehicle, you will probably want to get the service information. See "Service and Owner Publications" in the Index. I "Part E: Maintenance Record"provides a placefor you to record the maintenance performed on your vehicle. Whenever any maintenance is performed, be sure to write it down in this part. This will help you determine when your next maintenance should be done. In addition, it isa good idea to keep your maintenance receipts. They may be needed to qualify your vehicle for warranty repairs. 7-3