Service and repair manuals for 24 model years of the Pontiac Bonneville, 1982 to 2005. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Pontiac published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.
Engines across the range: 4.1L V6 — OHV · 3.8L V6 — 232 cu in, OHV · 5.7L V8 — OHV · 5.0L V8 — OHV · 4.3L V6 — OHV · 3.8L V6 — 232 cu in, OHV, supercharged · 4.6L V8 — DOHC.
Federal safety record, all years: 29 recalls, 2,567 owner complaints and 1,564 technical service bulletins are logged for the Bonneville. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your Bonneville year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | $29.99 | — | 4.6L V8; 3.8L V6 | GXP Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door · SLE Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2004 | $29.99 | — | 4.6L V8; 3.8L V6 | GXP Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door · SLE Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2003 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.8L V6; 3.8L V6 | SE Sedan 4-Door · SLE Sedan 4-Door · SSEi Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2002 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.8L V6; 3.8L V6 | SE Sedan 4-Door · SLE Sedan 4-Door · SSEi Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2001 | $29.99 | — | 3.8L V6; 3.8L V6 | SE Sedan 4-Door · SLE Sedan 4-Door · SSEi Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 2000 | $29.99 | 2 | 3.8L V6; 3.8L V6 | SE Sedan 4-Door · SLE Sedan 4-Door · SSEi Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1999 | $29.99 | 2 | 3.8L V6; 3.8L V6 | SSE Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door · SSEi Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1998 | $29.99 | 2 | 3.8L V6; 3.8L V6 | SSE Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door · SSEi Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1997 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.8L V6; 3.8L V6 | SSE Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door · SSEi Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1996 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.8L V6; 3.8L V6 | SSE Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door · SSEi Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1995 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.8L V6; 3.8L V6 | SSE Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door · SSEi Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1994 | $29.99 | — | 3.8L V6; 3.8L V6 | SSE Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door · SSEi Sedan 4-Door | select |
| 1993 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.8L V6; 3.8L V6 | SSE Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door · SSEi Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1992 | $29.99 | 3 | 3.8L V6; 3.8L V6 | SSE Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door · SSEi Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1991 | $29.99 | 2 | 3.8L V6 | LE Sedan 4-Door · SSE Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1990 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.8L V6 | LE Sedan 4-Door · SSE Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1989 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.8L V6 | LE Sedan 4-Door · SSE Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1988 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.8L V6 | LE Sedan 4-Door · SSE Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1987 | $29.99 | 3 | 3.8L V6 | LE Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1986 | $29.99 | 1 | 5.0L V8; 3.8L V6; 4.3L V6 | LE Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Brougham Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1985 | $29.99 | 1 | 5.0L V8; 3.8L V6 | LE Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Brougham Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1984 | $29.99 | 2 | 5.0L V8; 3.8L V6; 5.7L V8 | LE Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Brougham Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1983 | $29.99 | 1 | 5.0L V8; 3.8L V6; 5.7L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Wagon 4-Door · Brougham Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1982 | $29.99 | 1 | 4.1L V6; 3.8L V6; 5.7L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Base Wagon 4-Door · Brougham Sedan 4-Door | details → |
02 / InsideSample pages
From the 2005 Bonneville manual.
03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers
- Quick Lookups 532
- General Information 1,833
- Accessories & Equipment 3,560
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 434
- Body & Frame 1,921
- Brakes 716
- Restraints 227
- Drivelines & Axles 21
- Steering 216
- Electrical 2,006
- Suspension 270
- Engine Mechanical 612
- Transmission 1,307
- Engine Performance 1,785
- Axle Nut/Hub Nut 118
04 / Other yearsOther Bonneville years
2005 Pontiac Bonneville · $29.99 select →
Engines: 4.6L V8 — DOHC; 3.8L V6 — 232 cu in, OHV. Trims: GXP Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door · SLE Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2005 Bonneville. 37 complaints · 206 TSBs.
2004 Pontiac Bonneville · $29.99 select →
Engines: 4.6L V8 — DOHC; 3.8L V6 — 232 cu in, OHV. Trims: GXP Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door · SLE Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2004 Bonneville. 38 complaints · 213 TSBs.
2001 Pontiac Bonneville · $29.99 select →
Engines: 3.8L V6 — 232 cu in, OHV; 3.8L V6 — 232 cu in, OHV, supercharged. Trims: SE Sedan 4-Door · SLE Sedan 4-Door · SSEi Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2001 Bonneville. 179 complaints · 224 TSBs.
1994 Pontiac Bonneville · $29.99 select →
Engines: 3.8L V6 — 232 cu in, OHV; 3.8L V6 — 232 cu in, OHV, supercharged. Trims: SSE Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door · SSEi Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 1994 Bonneville. 123 complaints · 27 TSBs.
05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore Bonneville manual | $29.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the Bonneville manual
Which Bonneville years does this manual cover?
Every year from 1982 to 2005 — 24 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.
Is this the OEM Pontiac Bonneville manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Pontiac published for the Bonneville, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include Bonneville wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every Bonneville manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Does the manual cover Bonneville recalls?
29 recalls are on federal record across the 1982–2005 Bonneville, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Pontiac dealers.
Why do some Bonneville years cost more?
Every Bonneville year is $29.99.
Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.
How do I get the manual after purchase?
It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.
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