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1998 Pontiac Grand Am 2dr Cpe GT

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Pontiac Grand Am 2dr Cpe GT
Pontiac Grand Am 2dr Cpe GT
Vehicle Specifications
Base MSRP:
$16,324
Base Invoice:
$14,936
Destination:
$525
Engine/Fuel:
3.1L/191 Gas V6
Transmission:
5 Speed Manual w/OD
Door/Body Style:
2 Door Coupe GT
Drive Type:
Front Wheel Drive
MPG (City / Hwy):
23/33

Specifications

Vehicle
EPA Classification : Compact
Engine
Engine Order Code : L82
Engine Type : Gas V6
Displacement : 3.1L/191
Fuel System : SFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : 155 @ 5200
SAE Net Torque @ RPM : 185 @ 4000
Transmission
Drivetrain : Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code : MX0
Trans Type : 4
Trans Description Cont. : Automatic w/OD,
Trans Description Cont. Again : Electronic
First Gear Ratio (:1) : 2.92
Second Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.57
Third Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.00
Fourth Gear Rato (:1) : 0.71
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Reverse Ratio (:1) : 2.13
Clutch Size (in) :
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) : 3.42
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) : 22
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : 32
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) : 600
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : 105
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) : 13.2
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs) : 2945
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : 1000
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : 100
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : 1000
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : 100
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front : MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear : Trailing Arm
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) : w/Coil Springs
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) : w/Coil Springs
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) : 32
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) : 25
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) : 0.95
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) : 0.87
Brakes
Brake Type : Power
Brake ABS System : 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) : Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) :
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 10.2 x 0.8
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) :
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) : Yes
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) : 7.9 x 1.8
Tires
Front Tire Order Code : QLG
Rear Tire Order Code : QLG
Spare Tire Order Code :
Front Tire Size : P205/55R16
Rear Tire Size : P205/55R16
Spare Tire Size : T115/70D14
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in) : 16 x 6
Rear Wheel Size (in) : 16 x 6
Spare Wheel Size (in) : 14 x 4
Front Wheel Material : Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material : Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material : - TBD -
Steering
Steering Type : Variable Power Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall : 14.0
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) : 2.3
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) : 35.3
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) : 37.2
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) : 15.2
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in) : 103.4
Length, Overall (in) : 186.9
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) : 68.3
Height, Overall (in) : 53.5
Tread Width, Front (in) : 55.8
Tread Width, Rear (in) : 56.6
Min Ground Clearance (in) : 5.7
Liftover Height (in) : 30.8
Cargo Area Dimensions
Trunk Volume (ft³) : 13.4
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity : 5
Passenger Volume (ft³) : 87.3
Front Head Room (in) : 37.8
Front Leg Room (in) : 43.1
Front Shoulder Room (in) : 52.2
Front Hip Room (in) : 49.3
Second Head Room (in) : 36.5
Second Leg Room (in) : 33.9
Second Shoulder Room (in) : 53.5
Second Hip Room (in) : 50.4
Summary
Vehicle Name : Grand Am
Body Style : 2 Door Coupe GT

Standard Features

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS
City 23/hwy 33 (2.4L engine/5-speed manual trans)
City 22/hwy 32 (2.4L engine/4-speed auto trans)
City 20/hwy 29 (3.1L engine/4-speed auto trans)
EXTERIOR
Soft fascia bumpers w/integral rub strips
Rear decklid spoiler
Wide lower body-color aero extensions
Body-color wide body-side moldings
Composite halogen headlamps w/reflector optics
Daytime running lamps w/auto light control
Fog lamps
Dual sport mirrors (LH remote/RH manual)
Soft-Ray tinted glass
Controlled-cycle wet-arm windshield wipers
Extensive anti-corrosion protection
Extensive acoustic insulation
INTERIOR
Cordae cloth reclining front bucket seats
Easy-entry passenger seat feature
3-passenger rear seat w/integrated headrests
Front floor console w/storage, armrest, coinholder
Cupholders w/"Aladdin" retention feature
Front/rear carpeted floor mats
4-spoke sport steering wheel
Leather-wrapped steering wheel/shift knob/parking brake handle
Tilt steering wheel
Analog instrumentation-inc: speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip odometer, fuel/temp gauges
Headlamp-on warning light
Automatic pwr door locks-inc: unlock/relock feature
Remote fuel-filler door release
Remote decklid release
PASS-Lock theft deterrent system
Custom air conditioning
ETR AM/FM stereo w/seek-up/down, digital clock
Fixed-mast antenna
Glove compartment
Front door map pockets
Day/night rearview mirror
RH visor vanity mirror
Overhead storage compartment
Interior lamp group-inc: trunk lighting, illum entry w/theater dimming
Utility/litter bag hook
Low liftover design trunk w/trim protector
Carpeted luggage compartment
MECHANICAL
2.4L (146) DOHC SFI 16-valve 4-cyl "Twin Cam" engine
5-speed manual transmission w/OD
3.94 final drive ratio
Front wheel drive
600-CCA Delco Freedom battery w/rundown protection
105-amp alternator
GM computer command control
Deflected-disc MacPherson strut front suspension
Trailing arm rear suspension w/torsion beam
Uplevel front/rear stabilizer bars
P205/55R16 performance SBR BSW tires
Compact spare tire
16" GT-specific 3-spoke cast aluminum wheels
Pwr rack & pinion steering
Pwr front disc/rear drum brakes
4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Stainless steel exhaust system
Dual cast aluminum exhaust outlets
15.2 gallon fuel tank
Single key system
No Category
**ASTERISK (*) INDICATES EQUIPMENT WHICH IS IN ADDITION TO OR REPLACES BASE MODELS STANDARD EQUIPMENT**
SAFETY
4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Driver & front passenger airbags
Front/rear outboard lap/shoulder safety belts, rear center lap belt
Rear shoulder belt child comfort guides
Energy-absorbing steering column
Side-guard door beams
Daytime running lamps

Options

NO OPTION KIND
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER $20
ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER $180
FRONT LICENSE PLATE BRACKET STANDARAD
MANUFACTURERS STATEMENT OF ORIGIN STANDARAD
PWR WINDOWS -inc: driver-side express-down (N/A w/1SA Opt Pkg) $290
PRELIMINARY INVOICE STANDARAD
ETR AM STEREO/FM STEREO W/AUTO-REVERSE CASSETTE, 7-BAND GRAPHIC EQUALIZER -inc: 6-speaker sound system (REQ: 1SB Opt Pkg) $110
ETR AM STEREO/FM STEREO W/COMPACT DISC, GRAPHIC EQUALIZER -inc: 6-speaker sound system (N/A w/1SA Opt Pkg) $210
DELCO ETR AM STEREO/FM STEREO W/COMPACT DISC, CASSETTE, 7-BAND GRAPHIC EQUALIZER -inc: 6-speaker sound system (N/A w/1SA Opt Pkg) $405
6-WAY PWR DRIVER SEAT (REQ: 1SD Opt Pkg) $340
SMOKERS PKG -inc: lighter, ashtray $15
PWR GLASS SUNROOF (N/A w/1SA Opt Pkg) *Deletes std overhead storage compartment* $595
WHITE WHEELS *Affects Color Availability* STANDARAD
Emission System
FEDERAL EMISSIONS STANDARAD
NEW YORK/MASSACHUSETTS/CONNECTICUT EMISSIONS $170
CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS $170
CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT EMISSION OVERRIDE *must be ordered for units shipped to dealers in the states of New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut or California w/Federal Emissions* (REQ: FE9 Emissions) STANDARAD
FEDERAL EMISSION OVERRIDE *must be ordered for units shipped to dealers in Federal areas w/California, New York, Massachusetts or Connecticut Emissions* (REQ: YF5 or NG1 Emissions) STANDARAD
Engine
2.4L (146) DOHC SFI 16-VALVE 4-CYL "TWIN CAM" ENGINE (STD) (N/A w/1SD Opt Pkg) STANDARAD
3.1L (191) SFI V6 3100 ENGINE (REQ:MX0 Trans) (REQ: 1SC or 1SD Opt Pkg) $450
Transmission
5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION W/OD (STD) (REQ: LD9 Engine) (N/A w/1SD Opt Pkg) STANDARAD
4-SPEED ELECTRONICALLY-CONTROLLED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD -inc: enhanced traction system, brake/trans shift interlock (N/A w/1SA Opt Pkg) $810
Tires
P205/55R16 PERFORMANCE SBR BSW TIRES (STD) STANDARAD
Option Package
OPT PKG -inc: base vehicle STANDARAD
OPT PKG -inc: elect rear window defogger, ETR AM/FM stereo w/pwr-loading cassette *NET* $375
OPT PKG -inc: cruise control w/resume speed, elect rear window defogger, ETR AM/FM stereo w/compact disc, pwr windows w/driver-side express down, pwr mirrors, remote keyless entry, variable-effort pwr steering *NET* $1,415
OPT PKG -inc: cruise control w/resume speed, elect rear window defogger, ETR AM/FM stereo w/compact disc, pwr windows w/driver-side express down, pwr mirrors, remote keyless entry, variable-effort pwr steering, steering wheel radio controls,split-folding rear seat, pwr sunroof, sport seats *NET* $2,470
Seat Type
CORDAE CLOTH FRONT BUCKET SEATS (STD) (N/A w/1SD Opt Pkg) STANDARAD
IMPULSE CLOTH FRONT BUCKET SEATS (N/A w/1SD Opt Pkg) STANDARAD
CORDAE CLOTH FRONT BUCKET SPORT SEATS -inc: passenger assist grips, reading & courtesy lamps, up-level seat design, manual driver lumbar adjustment, seatback pockets, visor extensions (REQ: 1SC or 1SD Opt Pkg) $170
IMPULSE CLOTH FRONT BUCKET SPORT SEATS -inc: passenger assist grips, reading & courtesy lamps, up-level seat design, manual driver lumbar adjustment, seatback pockets, visor extensions (REQ: 1SC or 1SD Opt Pkg) $170
PRADO LEATHER FRONT BUCKET SPORT SEATS -inc: passenger assist grips, reading & courtesy lamps, up-level seat design, manual driver lumbar adjustment, seatback pockets, visor extensions (REQ: 1SC or 1SD Opt Pkg) $810
Paint Type
SOLID PAINT (STD) STANDARAD

Warranty and Incentives

Warranty
Basic:
3 Years/36,000 Miles

Roadside Assistance:
3 Years/36,000 Miles
Recall
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
98V320

Potential Number Of Units Affected:
217

Summary:
The steering wheel can come loose from the steering shaft because the steering wheel retaining nut may have been improperly tightened. This condition can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy:
Dealers will inspect the steering wheel retaining nut for correct tightness and tighten if necessary. Owner notification began during December 1998. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537 or Pontiac at 1-800-762-2737.

Dates of Manufacture:
November 1998

Manufacturer Recall Number:
98075