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Pontiac Scheduled Maintenance Procedures

  • Rotate and Inspect tires
  • Inspect Accessory drive belt
  • Inspect Automatic transmission shift linkage
  • Inspect Brake hoses
  • Inspect Brake linings
  • Inspect Brake system
  • Inspect CV-joint boots & axle seals
  • Inspect Coolant level, hoses and clamps
  • Inspect Cooling system hoses and clamps
  • Inspect EGR system
  • Inspect Engine air cleaner filter
  • Inspect Engine coolant and washer fluid
  • Inspect Exhaust system & heat shields
  • Inspect Fluid leaks
  • Inspect Fuel system
  • Inspect Ignition cables
  • Inspect Restraint system components
  • Inspect Steering linkage
  • Inspect Suspension and steering components
  • Inspect Suspension components
  • Inspect Throttle body
  • Inspect Throttle body mount bolt torque
  • Inspect Throttle linkage
  • Inspect Throttle system
  • Inspect Transmission fluid & filter
  • Inspect Transmission fluid level
  • Inspect Wiper blades
  • Inspect/Lubricate Body components
  • Inspect/Lubricate Chassis and suspension
  • Inspect/Lubricate Parking brake cable guides
  • Replace Air cleaner filter
  • Replace Engine coolant
  • Replace Engine oil & filter
  • Replace PCV valve
  • Replace Spark plugs

Pontiac Maintenance Procedures - Common Additional Services

Pontiac Air Filter Replacement

The air filter accumulates dust and debris and should be replaced to protect the engine and maximize fuel economy. For optimal engine performance and longevity, replace every 1 year or 15,000 miles.

Pontiac Automatic Transmission Fluid Change

Automatic transmission fluid becomes heat fatigued and accumulates moisture over time which can lead to automatic transmission damage if not serviced regularly. It should be replaced every 2 years or 30,000 miles.

Pontiac Automatic Transmission Fluid/Filter Change

Automatic transmission fluid becomes heat fatigued and accumulates moisture over time which can lead to automatic transmission damage if not serviced regularly. The filter should be replaced at this time a well. This service should be performed every 2 years or 30,000 miles.

Pontiac Brake Fluid Replacement/Flush

Brake fluid accumulates moisture and contamination from component wear over time and unless replaced every 30,000 miles or 2 years, can cause brake system damage.

Pontiac Cabin Air Filter Replacement

Over time the Cabin Filter(s) will accumulate dirt, pollen and debris which can leak in to the passenger compartment if left unchecked. They should be replaced every year or 15,000 miles.

Pontiac Coolant Replacement/Flush

Engine coolant breaks down, gets rusty and becomes contaminated with debris from component wear over time and can cause engine or cooling system damage if not replaced every 2 years or 30,0000 miles.

Pontiac Differential Fluid Replacement - Rear

Differential fluid breaks down and becomes contaminated with moisture over time and can lead to differential damage from a lack of proper lubrication. It should be replaced every 2 years or 30,000 miles.

Pontiac Drive Belt(s) Replacement

Drive belts crack and become glazed over time and can squeak or even break. They should be replaced every 45,000 miles.

Pontiac Fuel Filter Change

The Fuel Filter becomes restricted as it accumulates debris from filtering the fuel which, can lead to performance problems and early fuel pump failure. It should be replaced at the mileage interval recommended by the vehicle manufacturer.

Pontiac Manual Transmission Fluid Change

The Manual Transmission fluid breaks down and becomes contaminated with moisture over time and can lead to transmission damage from a lack of proper lubrication. It should be replaced every 2 years or 30,000 miles.

Pontiac Spark Plug Replacement

Spark Plug terminals wear down over time and can lead to engine misfires and increased exhaust emissions. Replace according to the vehicle manufacturers recommended replacement interval.

Pontiac Transfer Case Fluid Replacement

Transfer Case fluid breaks down and becomes contaminated with moisture over time and can lead to transfer case damage from a lack of proper lubrication. It should be replaced every 2 years or 30,000 miles.

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Pontiac Scheduled Maintenance Parts

In order to run, the engine needs a precise mixture of fuel and air. When outside air is drawn into the engine, the air filter prevents harmful dirt and debris from entering the system.
Coolant is the fluid that flows through the engine’s cooling system. Its main purpose is to transfer heat generated by the engine to the radiator so the engine doesn’t overheat.
Engine oil provides lubrication for all internal moving parts of an engine. It also helps conduct heat away from these components.
The oil drain plug gasket seals the oil drain plug where it connects to the oil pan.
The engine oil filter removes contaminants from the engine oil before it circulates throughout the engine.
The positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve controls the pressure of accumulating gases in the engine crankcase by venting them back into the intake manifold.
The spark plug uses the energy produced by the ignition coil to generate the spark necessary to ignite the air/fuel mixture in the combustion chamber. The platinum/iridium spark plug uses harder metals on the electrodes, which increases their life to over 100,000 miles in most applications.
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Pontiac Scheduled Maintenance Questions and Answers

250,000 miles maintenance (1 answer)
1992 Pontiac Bonneville, Visitor, Denver, CO
1992 Pontiac Bonneville

what is the recommended maintenance for 250K miles? Thanks

50,000 mile maintenance (2 answers)
2004 Pontiac Vibe, deedeb, Milwaukee, WI
2004 Pontiac Vibe

Manual says change tran. fluid at 50,000 miles with heavy towing. Should I change it even if I don't do heavy towing. I drive mainly city miles

LOW ENGINE TEMP. (2 answers)
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP, BIGGRAY, Shepherd, MT
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP

MY GTP IS ALWAYS RUNNING COLD. I DO UNDERSTAND THE THE COLD SUBZERO TEMPS WE ARE EXPERIENCING HAS A LOT TO DO WITH IT BUT THE CAR NEVER GETS ABOUVE 160DEG. ANY SUGGESTIONS AS TO WHAT IS GOING ON?

miles (2 answers)
2003 Pontiac Grand Am, kimberlyann, Terre Haute, IN
2003 Pontiac Grand Am

I'm looking at one that has 124k on it, how much can I expect out of it? And is that a normal miliage for that year? They want around $4k. Thanks for any input, Kim

Power steering fluid in V6? (5 answers)
2006 Pontiac G6, letsrunaway09, Humble, TX
2006 Pontiac G6

Where does the power steering fluid go in the 3.5 V6??