🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Pontiac Model: Sunfire Year: 1998 Product Type: Owner's Manual 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Compact Car Target Audience: First-time car buyers, budget-conscious consumers, individuals seeking a reliable and economical daily driver. Competitive Analysis Key Competitors: Chevrolet Cavalier, Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Ford Escort, Nissan Sentra. Key Features Value Proposition: Affordable pricing, generally good fuel economy, and a straightforward mechanical design. Platform: GM "J" Platform (shared with Chevrolet Cavalier). 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Coverage List: • Introduction • Instrument Cluster • Entertainment Systems • Climate Controls • Lights • Driver Controls • Locks and Security • Seating and Safety Restraints • Driving • Customer Assistance • Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. only) • Cleaning • Maintenance and Specifications • Engine Compartment • Engine Oil • Battery • Fuel Information • Air Filter(s) • Part Numbers • Refill Capacities • Lubricant Specifications • Accessories • Service Information and Specifications • Maintenance Information and Specifications Format File Format: Digital PDF Language Language: English Manual Type Type: Factory Owner's Manual (Digital Reproduction) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Electrical Systems: Covers basic electrical system operation including lighting, instrument cluster, and entertainment systems. Powertrain Systems: Details engine compartment components, engine oil, fuel information, and air filtration, including specifications. Chassis Systems: Includes information on driver controls, locks, security, and climate controls. Safety Systems: Covers seating, safety restraints, and provides information on reporting safety defects (U.S. only). Procedures Included Maintenance Procedures: Outlines basic maintenance tasks, fluid specifications, refill capacities, and recommended service intervals. Troubleshooting Guides: While primarily an owner's manual, it provides basic operational guidance that can aid in identifying common issues. Operational Guides: Detailed instructions on operating various vehicle systems like climate control, lighting, and entertainment. Technical Depth Depth: Owner-level technical information focused on operation, basic maintenance, and specifications. Not a full service manual for in-depth repairs. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Compatibility: Requires a PDF reader (e.g., Adobe Acrobat Reader, Foxit Reader) and is compatible with any device capable of reading PDF files. Print Quality Quality: Digital reproduction of factory original; quality depends on the source scan but aims for factory accuracy. Binding Type Type: Not Applicable (Digital File) Paper Type Type: Not Applicable (Digital File) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Code: LN2 Engine Type: Inline 4-Cylinder Displacement: 2.3 Liters (2297 cc) Bore X Stroke: 3.74 in x 3.19 in (95.0 mm x 81.0 mm) Compression Ratio: 9.0:1 Fuel Delivery: Multi-port Fuel Injection (MPFI) Horsepower: 150 hp @ 5700 rpm Torque: 150 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm Valve Train: DOHC (Dual Overhead Camshafts), 16 Valves Engine Oil Capacity: 4.5 US quarts (4.3 Liters) with filter change Recommended Oil Viscosity: SAE 5W-30 (check manual for extreme temperature variations) Fuel Requirement: 87 Octane Unleaded Gasoline Air Filter Part Number Part Number Example: GM 25317897 (verify with specific vehicle VIN and parts catalog) 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: 5-Speed Manual Transmission Optional Transmission Type: 4-Speed Automatic Transmission (e.g., 4T40-E) Features Automatic Transmission Fluid: Dexron III (GM P/N 12378515 or equivalent) Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity: Approximately 5.5 US quarts (5.2 Liters) for a refill (check dipstick) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Wheelbase: 101.3 inches (2573 mm) Length: 174.4 inches (4430 mm) Width: 67.5 inches (1715 mm) Height: 55.0 inches (1397 mm) Weights Curb Weight Approximate: 2750 - 2900 lbs (1247 - 1315 kg) depending on body style and equipment Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gvwr: Approximately 3680 lbs (1670 kg) (check specific vehicle plate) Cargo Trunk Volume: Approximately 11.9 cubic feet (337 Liters) for Coupe/Sedan 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Driver: Not rated for this specific year/model in a way comparable to modern standards, but GM vehicles of this era generally performed adequately for the time. NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Passenger: Not rated for this specific year/model in a way comparable to modern standards. Active Features Brakes Front: Ventilated Disc Brakes Rear: Drum Anti Lock Braking System ABS: Optional (typically on higher trims or with specific packages) Passive Features Airbags: Driver and front passenger airbags standard. Seat Belts: Front: Lap and shoulder belts with pretensioners. Rear: Lap belts (center passenger may have lap only). Child Safety Anchors: LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) system not standard in 1998. Refer to manual for seat installation guidance. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio System: Factory AM/FM stereo with cassette tape player. Optional CD player may be available on some trims. Speaker configuration typically includes front dash and rear door/deck speakers. Dashboard Controls: Manual climate controls with fan speed, temperature, and mode selection. Standard radio controls for tuning, volume, and source selection. Driver Assistance Cruise Control: Optional feature, typically found on higher trim levels or as part of a package. Connectivity Auxiliary Input: No factory auxiliary input (3.5mm jack) or USB ports. Bluetooth connectivity is not available. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Every 5,000-7,500 miles (8,000-12,000...