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Summary of Contents for 1993 Achieva

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Page 3: ...BeZts 6 Features Controls Comfort Controls Audio Systems Your Driving and the Road ProblemsontheRoad aervice Appearance Care I Maintenance Schedule Customer Assistance Information Index Includes Repo...

Page 4: ...This manual includes product afterthat time without further notice...

Page 5: ...Michigan on August 21 1897 when Ransom E Olds began buildinga horseless carriage in as nearly a perfect manner as possible Soon Oldsmobiles rolled offthe nation s first assembly line Innovation and re...

Page 6: ...production air bag Recent Oldsmobile engineering has created exciting advancements like the responsive Quad4 engine Versionsof the 4 cylinder 16 valve Quad 4 propelled Oldsmobiles on roads and racetr...

Page 7: ...Edge gives you I 24 hour roadside assistance Bumper to Bumper Plus Warranty protection even free transportation while your vehicle i si n for warranty service With the Oldsmobile Edge we ve pledged t...

Page 8: ...ormationyou want You can bend themanual slightlyto reveal the color tabs that help you find a part 6 Part 1 Seats Safety Belts This part tells you howto use your seats and safety belts properly Part 2...

Page 9: ...x Here s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual You can use it to quickly find something you want to read Service Station Information This is a quick reference of service infor...

Page 10: ...hat the hazard is Then we tell these blue notices you what to do tohelp avoidor reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others could be hurt In the blue notice area we tell yo...

Page 11: ...or you These symbols have to do with your and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven lights Fasten Safety Belts Protect Eyes by Shielding Door LockIUnlock Caustic BatteryAcid Could Cause Burn...

Page 12: ...asher w Windshield Defroster Rear Window Defogger VentilatingFan Power Window These symbolsare used on warning and indicator lights Engine Coolant Temperature Baifery Charging System Fuel Engine Oil P...

Page 13: ...ty Belts SeatsandSeatControls 12 SafetyBelts 16 DriverPosition 22 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 21 Safety Belt Use DuringPregnancy 26 Right Front Passenger Position 26 RearSeatPassengers 27 Rear S...

Page 14: ...o adjusta manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make youpush a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seatonly when the vehicl...

Page 15: ...I 1 1 1 I 1 I 1 Power Seat Contm s omoy T o adjust the power seat onsome models Front Control A Raise the front of the seat by holding the switch up Lower the front of the seat by holding the switch...

Page 16: ...dangerous Even if you buckle up your shty belts can tdo theirjob wnen you re reclined like this The shoulderbeIt can t do itsjob because it won t be againstyour body Instead it will be in front of you...

Page 17: ...not fold without some help from you That s if your vehicleis parked facing downa fairly steep hill To fold a front seatback forward push the seatback toward the rear seat as you lift this latch Then t...

Page 18: ...e seat tab To Close Push the seatback up to its original position To make sure the seatback is secure push it into a fully upright position A loose seatbackcan cause an injury in a sudden stop Safety...

Page 19: ...d and you ll hear a chime too It s the reminder to buckle up In many states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you...

Page 20: ...you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes 1 For example if the bikeis going 10 mph 16 km h so is the child t 2 When the bike hits the block it stops But the child keeps going 3 Take the sim...

Page 21: ...or the safety belts 6 The person keeps going until stopped by something Ina real vehicle it could be the windshield With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You st...

Page 22: ...they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re ina vehicle that has a i r bags you still have to buckle...

Page 23: ...nt doors are closed and the driver s belt is buckled have your vehicle fixed If you don t you fniqht nothave theprotectionyouleedin a crash I HHow to Wear Belts I I T si Properly Adults his sectionis...

Page 24: ...f so then the restof Part 1does not apply to your vehicle To learn how to use your safety belts please read theOwner s Manual Safety Belt Supplement It comes with every new Oldsmobile first sold in Ca...

Page 25: ...at your abdomen This could causeserious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These partsof the body are best able to take belt restraining forces T...

Page 26: ...it up straight 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Q What s wrong with this A The shoulder beltis too...

Page 27: ...shoulder at all times You can be seriously injured if e you weartheshoulderbelt unaer your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury A...

Page 28: ...afety belt is worn properly it s more likely that the fetus won t behurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effectiveis wearing them properly Right Front Passen...

Page 29: ...r passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown outof the vehicle ina crash And they can strike others inthe vehicle whoare wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions The positions...

Page 30: ...keep pulling until you can buckleit If the beltis not long enough see the Index under Safety Belt Extender Make sure the release button on the buckle faces upwardor outward soyou would be able to unbu...

Page 31: ...uld cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt shouldgo over the shoulder andacross the chest These parts of the bodyare best able to take belt restraining forces The safety beltlocks if t...

Page 32: ...ltsaway f romthe neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat You will find them tucked in between the seat back and the interior body about half way down the...

Page 33: ...he shoulder belt crosses the shoulder See the Index under Safety Belts To remove and store the comfort guides just perform these steps in reverse order Squeeze the belt edges together so that you can...

Page 34: ...ake the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and releaseit the same I way as the lap p...

Page 35: ...II say whether it is the right type and size foryour child A very young child s hip bones are so small that a regular belt mightnot stay low on the hips as it should Instead the belt will likely be ov...

Page 36: ...l injury The instructions that come with the infant or child restraint will show you how todo that Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if theyare restrained in...

Page 37: ...restraint at a rear seating position Additional anchor brackets for child restraints at the rear seating positions itre available at Oldsmobile dealerships in Canada Securinga Child Restraint in a Rea...

Page 38: ...outward so you ll be able to un buckle it quickly if you ever need to 5 To tighten thebelt pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint 6 Push and pull the child restraint...

Page 39: ...ssible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt the instructionsfor the child restraint 2 Put the restraint onthe seat Follow 3 Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructi...

Page 40: ...contact the child restraint maker for their advice To remove the childrestraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securinga Child...

Page 41: ...n the right front seat If an adult or olderchild uses it the belt won t provide protection and may even increase injury i na crash Once the special hardwareis installed please follow the instructions...

Page 42: ...he belt longer by tilting the buckle and pulling it along the belt the instructions for the child restraint 6 Secure the childin the child restraint as the instructions say 7 Run the belt throughor ar...

Page 43: ...antKhild Seat Restraint 1 Push the button on the safety belt buckle and remove the special latch plate Leave the latch plate on the special belt 2 Push the spring on the hook near the door and remove...

Page 44: ...lt can provide Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But they need tous the safety belts properly Children who aren t buckledup can be thrown out ina...

Page 45: ...tothe child s faceor neck you might want to placethe child in the center seat position theone that hasonly a lap belt 1 Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap shoulder belt but the shoulder...

Page 46: ...just attach it to the regular safetybelt Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure all your belts buckles latch plates retractors anchorages and reminder systems are working properly Look...

Page 47: ...ty belt that goes throughthe seat to the adjuster may need to be replaced I Q What s wrong with this A The belt is torn CAUTlON I mTO or frayedbelts may not prokt you i n a crash They can ripapart und...

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Page 51: ...a problem Part 2 Features Controls Keys 50 LOC ks 51 GloveBox 59 Ignitionswitch 60 StartingYourEngine 62 EngineBlockHeater 65 Shifting the Transaxle 66 ParkingBrake 73 Shifting into Park 74 Computer C...

Page 52: ...the keys in a vehicle with young children The ignition keys are for the ignition only The doorkeys are for the doors anda l l other locks When a new Oldsmobileis delivered the dealerremoves the plugs...

Page 53: ...s to lock and unlock your vehicle From the Outside Use yourdoor key or Remote Lock Control if your vehicle hasthis option From the Inside To lock the door slide the locking lever down To unlock the do...

Page 54: ...oors will lock automatically only once If someone needs to get out while the vehicle is running have that person use the manualor power lock When the door is closed again it will not lock automaticall...

Page 55: ...inte erence and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interferencethat may cause undesired operation Should interference tothis system occur Check todetermineif battery try thi...

Page 56: ...ransmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lostor stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring the remaining transmitter withyou when you goto your deale...

Page 57: ...cover If it doesn t have a screw pop the cover offby inserting a coin or similar object in the slot between the covers and then twisting 2 Lift the front cover off bottom halffirst 3 Remove and replac...

Page 58: ...the door from the inside I 2 Then open the door from the outside If you don t cancelthe security lock feature adultsor older children who ride in the rear won t be able to open the rear door from the...

Page 59: ...with the keys inside it s an easy target for joy ridersor professional thieves so don t do it When you park your Oldsmobile and open the driver s door you ll hear a chime remindingyou to remove your...

Page 60: ...area Activate the remote trunk release like your trunkor glove box lockout feature if your vehicle isso equipped Lock the glove box Lock all the doors except the driver s Then take the doorkey with y...

Page 61: ...ver the trunk lid can still be opened with the key If you havethe optional Remote Lock Control feature your vehicleis not equipped withthe trunk lockout switch ConvenienceNet among Your vehicle may ha...

Page 62: ...eel ignition and transaxle on automatic models Off Unlocks the steering wheel ignition and transaxle on automatic models but does not send electrical sound if you open the driver s door when the ignit...

Page 63: ...ability to steer the vehicle This could cause a collision If you need to turnthe engine off while the vehicle is moving turn the key only to Off d turning the key to Lock will I Don t press thekey rel...

Page 64: ...Move your shift lever toP Park or N Neutral Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use N Neutral only Don t try to shift to P Park...

Page 65: ...d the excessive heatcan damage your tarter motor 4 If your engine stillwon t start or starts but thenstops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to...

Page 66: ...time 1 will cause your battery to be drained much sooner Andthe excessive heat can damage your starter motor I 4 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too...

Page 67: ...ther 0 F 18OC or colder the engine block heater can help You ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up To Use the Block Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwr...

Page 68: ...act an Oldsmobile dealerin the area where you ll be parking your vehicle The dealer can giveyou the best advice for that particulararea Shiftinsthe Automatic Transaxle Your automatic transaxle hasa sh...

Page 69: ...P Park range before starting the engine Your Oldsmobile hasa brake transaxle shift interlock You have to apply your regular brakebefore you can shift from P Park when the ignitionkey is in the Run pos...

Page 70: ...ionis for normal engine doesn t connect with the wheels Damage to your transaxle caused driving To restart when you re already moving by shifting out of P hk or use N Neutral only Also use N when N Ne...

Page 71: ...This position givesyou even more power but lower fuel economy than2 You can use iton very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the selector leveris put in 1 the transaxle won t shift intofrst gear u...

Page 72: ...andit s hard to shift into1 put the shift lever in N Neutral and let up on the clutch Press the clutch pedal back down Then shift into1 2 Second Gear Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accele...

Page 73: ...when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy When this light comeson you can shift to the next highergear if weather road and traffic conditions let you For the best fuel economy accele...

Page 74: ...mph 24 km h 2ndto 3rd 25 mph 40km h 3rd to4th 40 mph 64km h 4th to 5 t h 45 mph 72km h If your speed drops below 20 mph 32 W h or if the engine is not running smoothly you should downshift to the next...

Page 75: ...ld the regular brake pedaldown Pull the BRAKE RELEASElever can cause yourrear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle If You are on a Hill...

Page 76: ...lly in P Park with the parkingbrake firmly set Your vehicle can roll L 7 4 2 Move the shift lever intoP Park position like this Hold in the buttonon the lever Push the leverall the way toward the fron...

Page 77: ...oreyou leave it After you ve moved the shift lever into the P Park position hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift leveraway from P Park without first pushing the button...

Page 78: ...ve the vehicle fixedas soon as you can end of step 4 Parking bur Vehicle MANUAL TRANSAXLE Before you get out of your vehicle put your manual transaxle inR Reverse and firmly apply the parking brake If...

Page 79: ...OFFcould dlow dangerous I Lexhaustintoyourvehicle seethe earlier CAUTION under Engine I Also idling ina closed in place canlet deadly carbon monoxide CO into your vehicle evenif the hnswitch is at th...

Page 80: ...medium ride When theAUTO or SOFT button is pushed thesystem begins in the SPORT mode for the first few seconds if you ve stopped In both theAUTO and SOFT mode the system will also automatically switch...

Page 81: ...dow crank to open and close each window Power Windows omoN With power windows switches on the driver s armrest control eachof the windows when the ignition ison In addition each passenger door has a c...

Page 82: ...lumn includes your Turn Signal and Lane Change Headlight High Low Beam Changer Flash to Pass Feature Cruise Control Option The High Low Beam featureis discussed underHeadlights See the Index under Hea...

Page 83: ...ws don t flash butjust stay on a signal bulbmay be burned out andother drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace itto help avoid an accident If the green arrows don t go on at...

Page 84: ...spinning and you could lose control Don t use cruise control on slippery roads I 2 ToSet Cruise Control 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON A If you leave your cruise control switch ON when you re...

Page 85: ...to your chosen speed and stay there r Ifyouhold the switch at tES ACC longer than hz s md thevehiclewillkeepgoi faster untilyou release the switch or apply the brakeor clutch pedal You could be start...

Page 86: ...eature will only work after you turnon thecruisecontrol by pushing theSETbutton ToReduce Speed While Using Cruise Control There aretwo ways to reduce your speed while usingcruise control Push in the b...

Page 87: ...ur speed down Of course applying the brakeor clutch pedal takes youout of cruise control Many drivers fmd this to be too much trouble and don t usecruise control on steep hills lo Get Outof Cruise Con...

Page 88: ...parking lamps fog lamps side marker lamps and taillamps meets all applicable federal lighting requirements certain states and provinces may apply their own lighting regulations thatmay require special...

Page 89: ...isoff and The parking brakeis released on a manual transaxle or The shift leveris shifted outof P Park or N Neutral on an automatic transaxle At dusk the exterior lights and headlights will comeon aut...

Page 90: ...use it pull the turn signal headlight beam lever toward you If Your Headlights are Off Your high beam headlights will turn on They ll stay on as long as you hold the lever there Releasethe lever to t...

Page 91: ...dicator light near the button will glow when the fog lightsare on When using fog lights the parking lights or low beam headlights must beon Fog lights willgo off whenever the high beam headlights come...

Page 92: ...ourtesy lights Battery Rundown Protection Your Oldsmobile is equipped with a Battery Rundown Protection feature designed to protect your vehicle s battery When any interior light trunk reading footwel...

Page 93: ...ndaudio system settings Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by moving the stalk upor down For a SingleWiper Cycle Push the stalk down toMIST then release it For more cycles holdthe sta...

Page 94: ...and and choose the delay you want Rotate the inner band up for shorter delay times between wiper cycles Rotate the band down fora longer delay time between wiper cycles With controlled cycle wipers yo...

Page 95: ...ions for adding water Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution tofree and damage your washer fluid t a n k and other parts of the washer system Also wafer doesn t cl...

Page 96: ...r your vehicle when you are sitting in a vehcle A convex mirror can make comfortabledriving Dosition I I things likeother vehicles look farther away than they really are IC you cut too sharply into th...

Page 97: ...ating the knob to the left or right Adjust eachmirror so that you canjust see the side of your vehicle when youare sitting ina comfortable driving position 1 N216 Sun Visors To block out glare you can...

Page 98: ...for cassette tapes gloves etc To openit pushin the button and liftthe front edge GloveBox Cup Holder To accessthe cup holder openthe glove box Console Cup Coin Holder The consoleprovides space for hol...

Page 99: ...ear seatcup holder pull the door down GarmentHook Push down on the tab marked A to fold down the garment hook Ashtray and Lighter Lift the cover to reveal the ashtray To clean the ashtray lift it outb...

Page 100: ...t putpapers and other things do cigarettesor other smoking materialscould set them on fire i Causing damage To use the lighter just push it in all the wayand let go When it s ready it will pop back by...

Page 101: ...r or the sides of yourvehicle Loadyour i cargo so thatitrests on the slats and does not scratchor damage the vehicle Put the cargo agamst the rear ra and fasten it securely to the uggage carrier than...

Page 102: ...Features Controls 100...

Page 103: ...main componentsof your instrument panelare 1 Side Vent 2 Instrument Panel Intensity Controlhterior Lights 3 Turn SignaUHeadlight Beam Lever 4 Hazard Warning Flashers Switch 5 Instrument Cluster 6 Wind...

Page 104: ...en driven in either miles used in the U S or kilometers used in Canada Tamper Resistant Odometer Your Oldsmobile has a tamper resistant odometer If you see silver lines between the numbers you llknow...

Page 105: ...will helpyou locate them Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to your warning ligh...

Page 106: ...GES ENQINE SOON I N21691 Fuel Gage Your fuel gage tellsyou about how much fuelyou have left when the ignition ison When the indicator nears E Empty you still have a little fuel left but you should get...

Page 107: ...g Low Coolant Level Warning Light If this light comeson your systemis low on coolant andthe engine may overheat Seethe Index under Engine Overheatingand have your vehicle serviced as soon as you can O...

Page 108: ...u turn your ignitionkey to Run It also comes on and stays on when the oil level in your vehicle is low If this happens park your vehicle in a level place check your oil level and bring the engine oilu...

Page 109: ...tioner Voltmeter When your engine is running this gage shows the conditionof your charging system Readings between the red warning zones indicate the normal operating range Readings in either red warn...

Page 110: ...u set your parking brake and willstay on if your parking brakedoesn t release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it meansyou have a brake problem If the light comes on whi...

Page 111: ...you re driving your Oldsmobile needs service Unless the regular brake system warning lightis also on you will still have brakes but not anti lock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is al...

Page 112: ...driving the computer is indicating that you havea problem You should take your vehicle in for servicesoon If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while the emission controlswon t w...

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Page 115: ...Controls Audio Systems Climate Control System Air ConditioningSystem 114 115 Settingtheclock E O AM FM Stereo Radio E O AM FM Stereo Radio with Cassette Tape Player E2 AM FM Stereo Radio with Compact...

Page 116: ...BI LEV Bi Level Use on cool but sunny days This setting brings in the outside air but directsit in two ways The cool air is directed to the upper portion of your body through the instrument panel out...

Page 117: ...ismoved to OFF Temperature Control The center control regulates the temperatureof the air coming through the system Mode Control The right knob changes the functionsof your system Air Conditioning You...

Page 118: ...when outside temperatures are mild and little heating or cooling is needed Turn the right knob to VENT Air flow is directed through the instrument panel outlets Set the center knob to the temperature...

Page 119: ...ts I Defogging Windows with Air Conditioning System To defog the windshield turn all three control knobs to the far right To Defog the Side Windows Your vehicle has side window defoggers built into th...

Page 120: ...70 km h the defogger will operate continuously You can turn thedefogger off by turning off the ignitionor pressing the switch again Do not attach a temporary vehicle license across the defogger grid o...

Page 121: ...air to circulate throughout your vehicle HAudio Systems The following pages describe the audio systems available for your Oldsmobile and how to get the best performance from them Please read about the...

Page 122: ...inutes AM FM Stereo Radio The digitaldisplayindicatesinformation R b L Balance Thecontrolring ontimeorradiostationfrequency thebehindthe VOLUME knobadjuststhe AM or FM radio band whether the lefthight...

Page 123: ...s The four numbered pushbuttons can be used to preset up to14 radio stations seven AM and sevenFM 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET The word SET will appear on the digital screen for five seco...

Page 124: ...ts the lefi right speaker balance TUNE The lower knob has two functions Rotate it to the left or right to tune in radio stations the radio station frequency will be displayed on the digital screen Pre...

Page 125: ...Tape Player With the power on insert a tape into the cassette door Do not use tapes thatare longer than45 minutes on each side When the left indicator arrow is lit selections listed on the top side o...

Page 126: ...sound and receive C Quam stereo broadcasts AMAX reduces noise without reducing the high frequencies you need for the best sound You don t have to do anything to your Delco GM radio because AMAX is aut...

Page 127: ...of the controls for the radio also have functions for the compact disc player as explained here Don t use mini discs that are called singles They won t eject Use only fill size compact discs 1 Rotate...

Page 128: ...FWD Fast Forward Press and hold to rapidly advance the disc Release to resume playing SCAN Press this button to sample each track for approximately ten seconds SCAN will continue until another button...

Page 129: ...six digit number and keep it in a safe place This is your secret code 2 Turn the ignition to the Accessory or Run position 3 Rotate thePWR VOLknob toturn the radiooff 4 Press station preset buttons1 a...

Page 130: ...il thefifth and sixth digits of your code appear 9 Press theTUNE knob If the display shows the radio is unsecured and will play again If the display shows SEC the disabling sequence was unsuccessful a...

Page 131: ...produce stereo though some do not C Quam is a registered trademark of Motorola Inc If your Delco system can get C Quam signals your stereo indicator light will come on whenyou are receiving it J Care...

Page 132: ...r protective ases andaway from direct sunlight and lust If the surfaceof a disc is soiled lampen a clean soft cloth in a mild leutral detergent solution and clean it viping from the center to the edge...

Page 133: ...matic vehicle wash turn off your radio to make the power antenna go down This will preventthe mast from possibly getting damaged If the antenna does notgo down when you turn the radiooff it may be dam...

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Page 135: ...signs 134 DefensiveDriving 138 Drunken Driving 139 Control of a Vehicle 141 Braking 142 Anti LockBrakes 143 SteeringTips 148 Steering in Emergencies 149 DrivingatNight 154 DrivingintheRain 156 CityDri...

Page 136: ...llowed Examples are Do Not Enterand Wrong Way Green is used to guide the driver Green signs may indicate upcoming freeway exits or show the directionyou should turn to reach a particular place RR ADVA...

Page 137: ...or cultural interest TO A Shape of Road Signs The shape of the sign will tellyou something too An octagonal eight sided sign means Stop It is always red with white letters A triangle pointed downward...

Page 138: ...raphic symbols A picture within a circle with a diagonal line acrossit shows what not to do Traffic Lights We re all familiar with traffic lights or stop lights Often green arrows are being used in th...

Page 139: ...more polite it s safer to letother drivers know what you are doing And in some places the law requires driver signals Turn and Lane Change Signals Always signal when you plan toturn or change lanes I...

Page 140: ...ing center parking lot where there are well marked lanes directional arrows and designated parking areas expect some drivers to ignore all these markings and dash straight toward one part of the lot P...

Page 141: ...n each person and situation here is some general information on the moblem According to the American Medical Association a 180 pound 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355ml bottles of beer in an...

Page 142: ...iving skills of many people are impaired ata BAC approaching 0 05percent and thatthe effects are worse at night All drivers are impaired atBAC levels above0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance...

Page 143: ...ready seen that the chanceof a crash itselfis higher for drinking drivers LDrinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions andjudgment willbe aHected by even a small amount of al...

Page 144: ...istances vary greatly with the surface of the road whether it s pavement or gravel the conditionof the road wet dry icy tire tread and the conditionof your brakes Most drivers treat their brakes with...

Page 145: ...it may take longer to stop andthe brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes ABS Your Oldsmobile has an advanced electronic brakingsystem that will help prevent skidding This light on the in...

Page 146: ...s are slowing down The computer separately works the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels The anti lock system can changethe brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is pr...

Page 147: ...er a hard stop Disc Brake WearIndicators Your Oldsmobile has front disc brakes and reardrum brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake p...

Page 148: ...s Your rear drum brakes don t have wear indicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected Whenyou have the front brakes replaced have the rear brakes ins...

Page 149: ...If your brake pedal goes down farther than normal your rear drum brakes may need adjustment Adjust themby backing up and firmly applying the brakes afew times Braking In Emergencies Use your anti loc...

Page 150: ...ill keep the vehicle goingin the same direction If you ve evertried to steer a vehicle on wet ice you ll understand this The tractionyou can get ina curve depends on the condition of your tires and th...

Page 151: ...sn t room That s the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your Oldsmobile can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes It is better toremove as much speedas y...

Page 152: ...But if the right fronttire scrubs against the side of the pavement do not steer more sharply With too much steering angle the vehiclemay jump back onto the road with so much steering input that it cr...

Page 153: ...get tooclose to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially ifyou re following a larger vehicle Also yo...

Page 154: ...re than one vehicle at a timeon two lane roads Reconsider before passing thenext vehicle Don t overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly Even though the brake lights are not flashing itmay be slowi...

Page 155: ...el the vehicle start to slide Quickly steer theway you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle will straightenout As it does straighten the front wheels Of course trac...

Page 156: ...Slow down especially on higher In remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the roadin a safe place and rest Night Vision No one can seeas well at night as in the daytime But as we get o...

Page 157: ...driver still doesn t lower the beams resist the temptation to put your high beamson This only makes two half blinded drivers On a freeway useyour high beams only in remote areas where you won t impai...

Page 158: ...have much tread left you ll get evenless traction It s always wise to goslower and be cautious if rain starts to fallwhile you are driving The surfacemay get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned...

Page 159: ...ehicleis hydroplaning it haslittle u r brakes work normally I I or no contact with the road You might not be aware of hydroplaning You could drive along for some time without realizing your tires aren...

Page 160: ...r road And it can be a major hazard When you drive into afog patch your visibility will be reduced quickly The biggest dangers are striking the vehicle ahead or being struckby the one behind Try to re...

Page 161: ...u from other traffic If visibility is near zero and you must stop but are unsure whether you are away from the road turn your lights on start your hazard warning flashers and sound your horn at interv...

Page 162: ...he safest of all roads But they havetheir own special rules The most important advice on freeway driving is Keep up with traffic and keep to the right Driveat the same speed most of the other drivers...

Page 163: ...e into the same spot Look at the vehicles two lanes over and watch for telltale signs turn signals flashing an increasein speed or moving toward the edgeof the lane Be prepared to delay your move Once...

Page 164: ...e 11many Long distance driving on freeways and regular highways is the same in some ways The trip has to be planned and the vehicle prepared you drive at higher than city speeds and there are longer t...

Page 165: ...ghtly along theway Heavier meals tend to make some people sleepy On two lane highwaysor undivided multilane highways thatdo not have controlled access you ll wantto watch for some situations not usual...

Page 166: ...tain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flator rolling terrain If you drive regularly in steep country or if you re planning to visit there here are some tips that...

Page 167: ...besurprised by a vehicle coming toward youin the same lane It takes longer to pass anothervehicle when you re going uphill You ll want to leave extra room to pass If a vehicle is passing you and doesn...

Page 168: ...se your parking brake see the Index under Parking Brake But on a mountain or steep hill you can do one more thing You can turnyour front wheels to keep your vehicle from rolling downhill or out into t...

Page 169: ...erly the weightof the vehiclemay put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle Youmay find it difficult to pull the shift leverout of P Park This is called torque lock To prevent torque lock...

Page 170: ...ing triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bagof sand a pieceof old carpetor a coupleof burlap bags to help provide traction Be sureyou properly secure these item...

Page 171: ...On an otherwise clear road ice patchesmay appear in shaded areas where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curveor an overpass may...

Page 172: ...ocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn t collect there Open a windowjust a little on the side of the vehicle that s away from the wind Thiswillhelp kee...

Page 173: ...tof deep snow without damaging it See theIndex under Rocking Your Vehicle Towinga Trailer If you don t use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control whenyou pull a trailer For exam...

Page 174: ...and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has tobe used properly That s the reason forthis section In it are many time tested important trailering tips and safety rule...

Page 175: ...r parts could be damaged Then during the first500miles 804km that you tow a trailer don t drive over50 mph 80km h and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your...

Page 176: ...And if you will towa trailer you must subtract the tongue load from your vehicle s capacity weight because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See the Index under Loading Your Whicle for mor...

Page 177: ...ety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle andyour trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separ...

Page 178: ...ally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lights and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twiceas far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving you...

Page 179: ...u don t shift down you might have to use your brakesso much that they would get hot and no longer work well On a long uphill grade use the highest gear possible If you cannot maintain posted speeds dr...

Page 180: ...the trailer is clear 4 Stop and have someone pick up and of the chocks store the chocks MaintenanceWhenTrai er Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Ma...

Page 181: ...Notes...

Page 182: ...Notes 180...

Page 183: ...occur on the road Problems on the Road Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting 1 8 2 1 8 3 L TowingYour Oldsmobile 187 Engine Overheating 191 If a Tire Goes Flat 197 Changing a Flat Tire 198 Compact Sp...

Page 184: ...t to make your front and rear turn signal lights flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position yourkey is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers move the...

Page 185: ...on t follow these steps exactly someor all of these things can hurt you you explode or ignite to burn you noring these steps could result in costly damageto your vehicle that ivouldn t be coveredby yo...

Page 186: ...le Put an automatic transaxle inP Park or amanual transaxle inN Neutral 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Turn off all lights that aren t needed and radios This will avoid sparks and help save...

Page 187: ...uid contains acidthat can bum you Don t get it on you If you accidentally get it inyoureyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 5 Check that the jumper cables d...

Page 188: ...t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other endof the negative cable doesn t go tothe dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the de...

Page 189: ...skirting or special tires and wheels these instructions and illustrations may not be correct Before you do anything turn on the hazard warning flashers When you call tell the towing service That your...

Page 190: ...vice Do not use the vehicle s steering column lock for this The transaxle should be inN Neutral and the parking brake released The ignitionkey must be inthe Off position to prevent the automatic door...

Page 191: ...Oldsmobile earlier in this section NO ing over rough surfaces can a vehicle To help avoid tall a towing dolly beneath the wheels that wouldotherwisebe ground during thetow This 1increase clearance bet...

Page 192: ...articular vehicle carrier equipment Use safety I chains and wheel strap I I A NOTICE When using wheel lift equipment towing over rough surfaces can damage a vehicle To help avoid this install a towing...

Page 193: ...overheated engine can burnyou badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it co...

Page 194: ...the off highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 T r y to keep your engine under load in a drive gear where the engine runs slower If you no longerhave the overheat warning you can drive J...

Page 195: ...them Ifyou ne is not running and can do you can beburned jure you Keep hands clothing a1d tools away from any underhood electric fan Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it co...

Page 196: ...under pressure andif you turn the coolant surgetank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant surgetank pressure cap...

Page 197: ...ill coolant I on a hot engine 1 You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap whenthe cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn th...

Page 198: ...the coolant surge tank with the proper mix up to FULL COLD or just above the small cylinder at the base of the opening 4 With the coolant surgetank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run unt...

Page 199: ...e Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position then gently brake to a stop well out of the trafflc lane A rear blowout particularlyon a c...

Page 200: ...badly injured Find a lml place t o changep u r tire T ohelp prevent the vehicle frdmmoving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic shiftleveri n P Park 3 Shifta malmwxle t o 1 First orR Rev...

Page 201: ...ter clockwise toremove it then lift the tire cover You will find the jacking instructions label on the underside of the tire cover 2 Remove the wing bolt securing the compact spare tire spacer and whe...

Page 202: ...osen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet On some models a cover plate must be removed to find the wheel nuts Carefully use the wedge end of the wheel wrench to pry it off 6 Near each wheel there...

Page 203: ...sitioned will damage vehicle far enough off the ground so the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to falloff the jack Be sure to fit thejack lift head into the proper location before raising your Do not...

Page 204: ...an use a cloth or a papertowel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off rn L 9 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting s...

Page 205: ...e sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to getthe right kind Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrenchto 100pound feet 140 Nom...

Page 206: ...time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 60 psi 420kPa The compact spare is made to go up to 3 000 miles 5000 km so you can finish yourtrip and have your full size tire repairedor repl...

Page 207: ...you don t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but you must use caution L If you let your tires spin at b hig...

Page 208: ...ng wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back and forth betweenR Reverse and a forward gear or with a manual transaxle between 1 or 2 gear and R Reverse spi...

Page 209: ...Notes 207...

Page 210: ...Notes 208...

Page 211: ...rance care Service 210 Fuel 2 HoodRelease 216 Engine Oil 220 Aircleaner 225 TransaxleFluid 227 Enginecoolant 232 Power Steering 235 Windshield Washer id 235 Brakes 236 Battery 238 Bulb Replacement 239...

Page 212: ...to service your Oldsmobile thanthis manual can To order the proper service manual s a the Index under Service Publications You should keep a record with a l lparts receipts andlist the mileage and the...

Page 213: ...es so you should not have to add anything to the fuel In the U S and Canada it s easy to be sure you get the right kindof gasoline unleaded You ll see UNLEADED right on the pump And only unleaded nozz...

Page 214: ...t haveto add anything to the fuel In the U S and Canada it s easy to be sure you get the right kindof gasoline unleaded You ll see UNLEADED right on the pump Andonly unleaded nozzles will fit into you...

Page 215: ...ing in your engine and fuel system Don t use it It can corrode metal That helps keep your engine in tune and parts in your fuel system andalso your emission control system working damage plasticand ru...

Page 216: ...r country outside theU S or Canada unleaded fuelmay be hard tofind Do not use leaded gasoline If you use even onetankful your emission controls won t work well or at all With continuous use spark plug...

Page 217: ...ing materials away from gasoline u flammable It burns violently The cap is behind a hinged dooron the right sideof your vehicle To take off the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise A 1 Whil...

Page 218: ...t t wrong type it may not fitor have proper venting andyour he1 I k and emissions system might be damaged 1 Checking Things Under the Hood The following sections tellyou how to check fluids lubricants...

Page 219: ...m any underhood electric fan I AThings that bum can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic...

Page 220: ...the hood you ll see 1 Automatic Transaxle Dipstick 2 Brake Fluid Reservoir 3 Air Cleaner 4 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir 5 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 Battery 7 Power Steering Fluid Reservo...

Page 221: ...you ll see 1 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 2 Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick 3 Brake Fluid Reservoir 4 Air Cleaner 5 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 Battery 7 Engine Oil Fill Cap 8 Engine Oil...

Page 222: ...accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back intothe oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not s...

Page 223: ...then you ll need to add someoil But you must use the right kind This section explains whatkind of oilto use For crankcase capacity see the Index under Capacities Specljications 2 3L Quad OHC and Quad...

Page 224: ...economy and cold starting select the lowest SAE viscosity grade oil for ther ected temwaturerancle HOT UEATHER COLD WEATHER IF NEITHER SAE 5W 30 NOR SAE 1OW 30 GRADE OILS ARE AVAILABLE SAE 30 GRADE MA...

Page 225: ...tin elect the lowestSAEviscosity 9rad e bII for the expected tegnDera urerange HOT K THER IF NEITHERSAE 5W 30 NOR SAE 1OW 30 GRADE OILS AREAVAILABLE SAE 30 GRADE MAY BE USED AT TEMPERATURES ABOVE 40 D...

Page 226: ...ic Youtow a trailer often Most trips are through dusty places If any one of these istrue for your vehicle thenyou need to change your oil and filter every 3 000 miles 5000 km or 3 months whichever com...

Page 227: ...into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle itby taking it toa place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposingof your used oil ask your dealer a service stati...

Page 228: ...ve theair cleaner in place when you re driving 2 3L Quad OHC and Quad4 Air Filter Replacement 1 Unsnap the clipon the housing cover and pull the cover back 1I 2 Remove the air cleaner filter 3 Be sure...

Page 229: ...ic transaxle fluid levelis when the engine oil is changed Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change your fluid Seethe Index under Scheduled Maintenance Sewices How to Check Because...

Page 230: ...r 90 F 32 C weather To Check theFluid Level Park your vehicle on a level place Place the shift lever in P park with With your foot on the brakepedal the parking brake applied move the shift lever thro...

Page 231: ...ge caused by fluid other than DEXRON IIEis not covered by your new vehicle warranty After addingfluid recheck the fluid level as described underHow to Check When the correct fluid level isobtained pus...

Page 232: ...p andthen pull out the dipstick and clean it with a rag or paper towel remove it 2 Push it back i nallthe way and 3 Checkboth sides of the dipstickand read the lower level Thefluid level must be betwe...

Page 233: ...l the way then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place 2 Add fluid at the dipstick hole Hydraulic Clutch MANML TRANSAXLE The hydraulic clutch in your vehicle is self adjusting When to Check...

Page 234: ...meets GM Specification 1825M which won t damage aluminum engine parts You can also usea recycled coolant conforming toGM Specification 1825M with a complete coolant flush and refdl Use GM Engine Cool...

Page 235: ...To Check Coolant When your engine iscold the coolant level shouldbe at FULL COLD or a little higher To Add Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper mix at the surgetank but only when the engin...

Page 236: ...is an 18 psi 124kPa pressure type capand must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating When you replace your surge tank pressure cap a GM cap is recomme...

Page 237: ...at theH Hot mark When the engine compartment iscool the level should be atthe C Cold mark What to Add Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kindof fluid to use See the Index under Fluid...

Page 238: ...Your brake master cylinder is here It is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid There are only two reasonswhy the brake fluid level in your master cylinder might go down The first is that the brake fluid goes...

Page 239: ...lls toa low level your brake warning light will come on See the I d e x under Brake System Warning Light What to Add When you do need brakefluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid such as Delco Supreme ll GM...

Page 240: ...raking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Every new Oldsmobile has a Delco Freedom battery You never have to a...

Page 241: ...red Take special care when handling and disposing of halogen bulbs HeadlightBulb Replacement For the typeof bulb see theIndex under Replacement Bulbs 1 On the driver s side only unscrew the butterfly...

Page 242: ...y and headlight housinn Taillight Bulb Replacement For the typeof bulb see theIndex under Replacement Bulbs 1 Pull backthe trunk trim 2 Carefully push one endof the plastic taillight brace in while pu...

Page 243: ...and pull the blade assembly off the wiper arm the wiper arm 3 Push the new wiper blade securely on loading Your Vehicle Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry The Tire L...

Page 244: ...rear axle And if you do havea heavy load you should spread itout Don t carry more than 132 lbs 60 kg in your trunk diu I I V l V Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWRor the maximum front...

Page 245: ...and a serious accident See the Index suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are abovethe Underinflatad tires pose the same dangeras overloaded tires The resulting tops o the seats When you...

Page 246: ...Tire overloading Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy If yourtires have too much air overinflation you can get Unusual wear Bad handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards I When to Check...

Page 247: ...ergency you can use a clothor are properly tightened See the Index papertowel to do this but be under Wheel Nut Torque reto use a scraperor wire bash er if yoi need t o to get all the rust ordirt o f...

Page 248: ...ce yourtires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed ratingand construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires rCAUTION I AMixing...

Page 249: ...nment test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to thistire is based on braking straight ahead traction tests and doe...

Page 250: ...e life and best overall performance In most cases you will not need to have your wheels aligned again However if you notice unusualtire wear or your vehicle pulling oneway or the other the alignment m...

Page 251: ...eel nuts for replacement T I UsedReplacement Wheels The wrong wheelcan also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometerlodometer calibration headlight a i m bumper height vehicle ground...

Page 252: ...s slow down until it stops Driving too fast with chains on will damage v r I Appearance Care Cleaning products can be hazardous Someare toxic Others can burst into flameif you strike a matchor get the...

Page 253: ...a foam type powdered cleaner They will clean normal spots and stains very well Here are some cleaningtips Always read the instructions on the cleaner label Clean up stains as soon as you can before th...

Page 254: ...sponge sponge Wipe off what s left with a slightly damp paper towelor cloth Then dry it immediately with an air hose ahair dryer or a heat lamp Wipe with a cleancloth Gently scrape excesssoil from the...

Page 255: ...en sponge the soiled area with cool water If a stain remains follow the foam type instructions earlier in this section If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treat thearea with a water bakin...

Page 256: ...en them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Glass Glass should be cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner GM Part No 10504...

Page 257: ...replaced when worn Cleaning the Outside of bur Oldsmobile The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty depthof color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The bestway to preserve yo...

Page 258: ...re solvent type fabric cleaners suchas GM Part No 1050244 Finish Careof Textured Surface Bumper Covers To touch up any small spots after regular washing usea solvent type fabric cleaner such as GM Par...

Page 259: ...ips These are places where glassor metal meets rubber Silicone grease there will make them last longer sealbetter and not squeak Apply siliconegrease with a clean cloth at least every six months Sheet...

Page 260: ...though they havecorrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas...

Page 261: ...cates of title and registration Engine ldentification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code for yourGM engine This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement par...

Page 262: ...re protected from short circuitsby a combination of fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of fires causedby electrical problems The main fuse panel is located to the left of the s...

Page 263: ...e Keyless Entry Instrument Panel Lights Rear Window Defogger Relay Chime Gages ABS BTSI Daytime Running Lights DRL Canada RKE Horn Chime Interior Lights Passive Restraints Radio Clock Memory RKE Heate...

Page 264: ...d Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breakerand a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some...

Page 265: ...erhaul 6 quarts When drainingor replacing torque converter more fluid may be needed Manual Transaxle 5 Speed Complete Drain and Refill T5550 2 1quarts 2 0 L Isuzu 2 0quarts 1 9 L 2 3L Quad OHC and Qua...

Page 266: ...vlgerant is used I f you re not sure ask your Ot dsmbiledealer F uelmnk Power Steering PumpOnly CompleteSystem Tire Pressures Sizes WheelNutTorque See refrigerant charge label under hood 15 2 gallons...

Page 267: ...eralchassis lube etc 12346003or Brake System and Clutch Master Cylinder 1052535 16oz 0 5L AutomaticTransaxle 12345880 16 oz 0 5 L 12345881 32 oz 1 0 L Manual Transaxle 12345349 32 oz 1 OL Clutch Maste...

Page 268: ...p Lights Front parking Turn Signal Lights License Plate Light Center High MountedStoplight Halogen Headlights LowBern HighB Side Marker Lights Front Rear Stop T Turn Signal Lights TrunkLight Underhood...

Page 269: ...ading Light 168 RearReadingLight 168 Underdash Light 194 Heater A C Control 161 High BeamIndicator 161 Indicator Lights Charge O i l FastenSafetyBelts ABS Upshift Low Coolant 74 Brake MalfunctionIndic...

Page 270: ...ype L4 Displacement 2 3 Liters Compression Ratio 9 5 1 Firing Order 1 3 4 2 Thermostat Temperature 195 F 91 C Quad 4 2 3L DOHC D L4 2 3 Liters 9 5 l 195 F 91 C 1 3 4 2 Quad 4 2 3L High output 3300 V6...

Page 271: ...Filter PCV Valve Spark Plugs 3300V6 AC Type A 1172C AC Type A 974C AC Type PF 1225 AC Type PF 47 AC Type CV 899C ACTypeaFR3LSK Gap 0 035inch 889mm Gap 0 060inch 1 52mm AC Type 41 600 FR3LSK spark plug...

Page 272: ...Notes...

Page 273: ...See your Oldsmobile dealer for details C D E A Word About Maintenance 272 Your Vehicle andthe Environment 272 How This Part is Organized 273 Using Your Maintenance Schedules 274 Selecting the Right Sc...

Page 274: ...dthis part and note how you drive f you have anyquestions onhow to keep your vehiclein good condition see your Oldsmobile dealer the place many GM owners choose to have their maintenance work done You...

Page 275: ...ations andhow to get them in this manual See the Index under Sewice Publications Section B Owner Checks Services tellsyou what should be checked wheneveryou stop forfuel It also explains what you can...

Page 276: ...supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts These schedules are for vehicles that carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits You will find these limits on your vehi...

Page 277: ...ne is at low speed mostof the time as in door to door delivery or in stop and gotraffic You operateyour vehiclein dusty areas You tow a trailer With some models you shouldn t ever If any one or more o...

Page 278: ...that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in SectionE Maintenance Record ITEM NO 1 2 3 4 8 9 10 11 TO BE SERVICED See Explanati...

Page 279: ...The services shown in this schedule up to 48 000 miles 80 000km are to be performed after48 OOO miles at the same intervals MILES 000 3 1 6 1 9 I 1 2 I 1 5 118121124127 130 133 136139 142 145 148...

Page 280: ...enance services be performed at the ideated intends and the maintenance be recorded in SectionE Maintenance Record TO BE SERVICED ITEM No SeeExplanation OfScheaWed Maintenance Services following Sched...

Page 281: ...es showni n this scheduleup to 45 000 miles 75 000 km are to be performed after45 000 miles at the same intervals MILES 000 KILOMETERS 000 7 5 I 15 22 5 30 37 5 45 12 5 I 25 37 5 1 50 1 62 5 1 75 0 I...

Page 282: ...your engine s displacement and code see theIndex under Engine Identification ITEM NO 2 3 4 SERVICE Chassis Lubrication Lubricate the transaxleshift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contac...

Page 283: ...ge tank pressure cap Transaxle Service For a manual transaxle fluid doesn t require changing For an automatic transaxle change both the fluid and filter every 15 000 miles 25 000km if the vehicle is m...

Page 284: ...tion assembly for damageor leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for an even filler neck imprint or any damage Replace partsas needed Periodic replacementof the fuel filter is not required AnEmission ControlS...

Page 285: ...neOilLevelChecktheengine oil levelandaddtheproperoilifnecessary Seethe Index under Engine Oil for Engine Coolant Level Check the engine coolant level in the surge tank and add the proper coolant mix i...

Page 286: ...y apply both the parking brake seethe Index under Parking Brake if necessary and the NOTE Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready toturn off the engine immediately ifit Starts 3 On automatic tra...

Page 287: ...osition butdon t start the engine Without level surface applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of P Park with normal effort If the shift levermoves out of P Park your vehicle s BTS...

Page 288: ...dthe vehicle begint o Underbody Flushing w e Park ona hirly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake With the...

Page 289: ...connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle See the Index under Engine fihuust Inspect the throttle linkage for inte...

Page 290: ...ferred viscosity for your vehicle s engine is SAE 1OW 30 However you can useSAE 5W 30 if it s going tobe 60 F 16 C or below See the Index under Engine OiE A 50 50 mixture of water preferably distilled...

Page 291: ...GM Part No 12346003 or 1052497or equivalent Windshield Washer Solvent Washer Solvent GMPart No 1051515 or equivalent Hood Latch Assembly a Pivots and Spring b Release Pawl Anchor Hood and Door Hinges...

Page 292: ...he odometer reading and who performed the service in the maintenance performed Also you should retain all columns indicated When completing the Maintenance maintenance receipts Your owner information...

Page 293: ...DATE ODOMETER READING I SERVICEDBY 1 MAINTENANCE PERFORMED I...

Page 294: ...Maintenance Schedule Section E Maintenance Record Cont 292 I DATE I READING ODOMETER I SERVICEDBY I I MAINTENANCE PERFORMED I...

Page 295: ...ow to obtain service publications and howto report any safety defects Customer Satisfaction Procedure 294 BBB MediatiodArbitration Program 296 Reporting Safety Defects 298 Oldsmobile Roadside Assistan...

Page 296: ...fter contacting a member of Dealership Management it appears your problem cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contactthe Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network by calling In Cana...

Page 297: ...e warranty booklet When contacting Oldsmobile please remember that your problem will likely be resolved in the dealership using the dealership s facilities equipment and personnel That is why we sugge...

Page 298: ...ver youmay file a claim at any timeby contacting your local Better Business Bureau BBB at the following toll free number 1 800 955 5100 For further information about filing a claim you may also write...

Page 299: ...h BBB AUTO LINE unless state law provides otherwise Whatever your preference maybe remember thatif you are unhappy with the resultsof BBB AUTO LINE you can stillgo to court because an arbitrator s dec...

Page 300: ...D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline Reporting Safety Defects to the Cana...

Page 301: ...ake your request for an Oldsmobile computerized trip routing or simply answer any questions the Oldsmobile drivermay have about the coverage provided by your Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program The...

Page 302: ...ing our products better Now you can get these bulletins too Bulletins cover various subjects Some pertain to the proper use andcare of your vehicle Some describe costly repairs Others describe inexpen...

Page 303: ...rm located in the following text Youmay get additional subscription ordering forms by calling thet o l l number shown in the following text Prices subjectto change ndividua PSP S If you don t wantto b...

Page 304: ...will then see to it that an index is mailed to you There is no charge for indexes for the 1989 1993 model years Toll Free Telephone Number If you want an additional ordering form for an indexor a sub...

Page 305: ...juryto you or others and damage to your vehicle that may cause it PSP NUMBER QUANTITY EACH SUBTOTAL 1 4 00 4 00 not to operate properly Product Service Publications Indexes Mailed atno charge MODEL YE...

Page 306: ...inder 100 00 1989 Model Year with Binder 100 00 Subtotal Subscription Service Subtotal Service Publications FromFront Total Order Price subject to change Mail OrderForm and check or money order inU S...

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Page 309: ...Fuel Economy Record ODOMETER ECONOMY COST GALLONS LITERS READING AVERAGE TOTAL NUMBER OF DATE 307...

Page 310: ...Fuel Economy Record DATE ODOMETER REA DING NUMBER OF GALLONS LITERS TOTAL COST AVERAGE ECONOMY...

Page 311: ...Player 122 AM FM Stereo Radiowith Compact Disc Player 124 Care of Audio Systems 129 Radio Reception For the Best E9 Setting the Clock E O Delco LOC I I 1 2 7 Automatic D o o r Locks 52 Automatic Lap...

Page 312: ...al paintSpotting 258 Child Restraints 32 Children and Safety Belts 31 42 Cigarette Lighter 97 Circuit Breakers Fuses 260 City Driving 159 Cleaner Air 225 269 Aluminum Wheels 257 Antenna l 3 0 131 Cass...

Page 313: ...hifting 69 177 Driver Position 22 Driving 138 AtNight 154 City 159 Controlling a Skid 153 Defensively 138 Drunken 139 Freeway 160 HighBeams E5 Hill and Mountain 164 Hydroplaning 157 In a Foreign Count...

Page 314: ...2 Flat Tire 197 Flooded Engine 63 Flow Through Ventilation System 118 Fluid Brake 236 265 Capacities 263 Hydraulic Clutch 231 265 PowerSteering 235 264 265 Transaxle Automatic 227 263 265 Manual 229 2...

Page 315: ...193 194 217 How the Anti Lock Brake System Works 144 HydraulicClutch 231 265 Hydroplaning 157 Identification Number Vehicle 259 Idling Your Engine 75 Ignition Key 50 Key Release Button 61 Positions 60...

Page 316: ...ng Your Engine 62 Up Shift Indicator Light 71 109 Master Cylinder Brake 236 Methanol in Gasoline 213 Mileage Indicator Mirrors see Odometer Speedometer Convex Outside 94 Inside Manual Day Night 93 Man...

Page 317: ...Release 215 Remote Lock Control 53 Remote Trunk Release 58 Replacement Bulbs 266 Replacement Fuses 261 Replacement Parts 269 Replacement Windshield Wiper 241 Replacing Tires 245 ReplacingWheels 248 24...

Page 318: ...74 Shifting Outof P Park 75 AutomaticTransaxle 66 Manual Transaxle 70 Signaling Turns 80 1 3 7 Signs Road 134 Six Way Power Seat 13 Skidding 153 Snowstorm IfYou re Caught in a 169 Sound Equipment Add...

Page 319: ...ffic Lights 136 Trailer Towing 171 Driving with a Trailer 176 Maintenance 178 Parking on Hills 177 SafetyChains 175 Trailer Brakes 175 Transaxle Automatic seeAutomatic Transaxle Transaxle Manual see M...

Page 320: ...sher Windshield 92 235 Weatherstrips 257 Weight Gross AxleRating GAWR 242 Gross Vehicle Rating GVWR 242 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 248 Wheel Covers How to Remove 200 Wheel Nuts 200 Wheel Nut Tor...

Page 321: ...Notes 319...

Page 322: ...nformationlabel on the rear edgeof the driver s door Spare Tire Ft Compact Spare 60 psi 420 kPa See Page 204 1 rgme 7 See Page220 Check and add coolant only at the surge tank The fluid should be at or...

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