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Summary of Contents for 1993 Bravada

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Page 3: ...Features Controls Comfort Controls Audio Systems 3 6 Your Driving and the Road Problems on the Road Service AppearanceCare Maintenance Schedule 11 39 101 e 117 175 201 259 281 Customer Assistance Information Index 295 Includes Reporting Safety Defects onpage 286 ServiceStationInformation Last Page ...

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Page 5: ...ing Michigan on August 21 1897 when Ransom E Olds began buildmg a horseless carriage inas nearly aperfect manner as possible Soon Oldsmobiles rolled off the nation sfirst assembly line Innovation and refinementhave always set Oldsmobiles apart In 1939 Oldsmobile introduced the celebrated Hydra Matic transmission a four speed forerunner of today s advanced systems In 1948 the high spirited Rocket V...

Page 6: ... a production air bag Recent Oldsmobile engineering has created exciting advancementslike the responsive Quad4 engine Versions of the 4 cylinder 16 valveQuad 4 propelled Oldsmobiles on roads and racetracks to new standardsof economy and performance Today the all wheel drivesecurity of SmartTrak in theOldsmobile Bravada continues that proud tradition of meaningful technology ...

Page 7: ... Oldsmobile Edge the most comprehensive owner satisfaction programin the i industry The Edge gives you 24 hour roadside assistance Bumper to BumperPlus Warranty protection even free transportation while your vehicle is in for warranty service Withthe Oldsmobile Edge we ve pledged to make your ownership experience a great one ...

Page 8: ...f that part contains the informationyou want Part 1 Seats Safety Belts This part t e b you howto use your seats and safety belts properly Part 2 Features Controls This part explains how to start and operate your Oldsmobile Part 3 Comfort Controls Audio Systems This part tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operateyour audio system 6 Part 4 Your Driving and the Ro...

Page 9: ...tomerAssistance Informution This part tells you howto contact Oldsmobile for assistance and how to get service publications It also gives you information onReporting Safety Defects Part 9 Index 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 information Y...

Page 10: ...hen we tell these blue notices W you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions I you don t you or others could be hurt In the blue notice area we tell you about something thatcan damage yourvehicle Many times this damage would not becovered by your warranty andit could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read othermanua...

Page 11: ... example these symbols are used on vehicle is driven an origjnal baktery r A Caution Possible Injury Fasten Safety Belts Master Lighting Switch r Protect Eyes by Shielding Turn Signal Direction Door LocklUnlock Hazard Warning Flashers A Caustic BatteryAcid Could Cause Burns r Headlight High Beam Avoid Sparks or Flames pf r Parking Lights Spark or Flame Could Explode Battery 30 Fog Lights ...

Page 12: ...Here are some othersymbols you may see Fuse WindshieldWiper Engine Coolant Temperature WindshieldWasher Baitery Charging System Tailgate Window Windshield Defroster Lighter Horn m Fuel Rear Window Defogger w ngmeOil Pressure Rear Window Wiper Speaker Brake Rear Window WasherlWiper Anti Lock Brakes Hood Release VentilatingFan a Power Window ...

Page 13: ...ety belts Seats Safety Belts SeatsandSeatControls 12 FoldingRearSeat 1 4 SafetyBelts 14 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 19 Driver Position 19 SafetyBeltUseDuringPregnancy 23 RightFrontPassengerPosition 23 Rear Seat Passengers 23 Childre 27 Smaller Children and Babies 27 Child Restraints 28 Larger Children 35 Safety Belt Extender 37 Replacing Safety Belts After a Crash 37 ...

Page 14: ...or left Move the seat higherby holding the control up Lower the seat by holding the control down Rear Control C Raise the rear of the seatby holding the switch up Lowerthe rear of the seat by holding the switch down Lumbar Contml This switch is located on the right front of the driver s seat and the left front of the passenger s seat To adjust lower backsupport on the driver s seat Press the switc...

Page 15: ...eatback reclined if your vehicle is moving Pull upon the lever andthe seatback will go to its original upright position I Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous Even if you buckle up your safety belts can t do theirjob when you re reclined like this The shoulderbelt can tdo itsjob because itwon t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a c...

Page 16: ...ear seatback downfor more cargo space The latch is in the upper center of the rear of the seatback To lower theseatback push it forward as you pull up on the latch To raise it lift the seatback and push it back until it locks in the upright position Test to see thatit is locked in place by pushing and pulling theseatback Safety Belts They re For Everyone This part of the manual tellsyou how to use...

Page 17: ...andyou 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 do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashesare very mild In them you won t gethurt even if you re not buckled up And some crashes can beso serious like being hitby a train that e...

Page 18: ...en you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes 1 For example if the bike is going 10mph 16 km h so is the child 2 When the bike hits the block it stops But the child keeps going I 3 Take the simplest car Suppose it s just a seat on wheels ...

Page 19: ...l 8 or the safety belts 3 6 The 1 sonkeepsgoinguntil stopped by something In a real vehicle it could bethe windshield With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop overmore distance and your strongest bones takethe forces That s why safety belts make suchgood sense 1 7 ...

Page 20: ...ms only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered forsale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That strue not only in frontalcollisions but especially inside and other collisions A Air bags or Supplemental Q If I m a good driver andI never drive far from h...

Page 21: ...s section is only for people of adult size AThere are special thingsto know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for babies andsmaller children If a child will be riding in your Oldsmobile see the Index under Children and Safety Belts Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you ll want to know which restraint systems your vehiclehas We ll start with the driver p...

Page 22: ...der Seat Controls so you can sit up straight 3 Pick up the latch plate and pullthe belt across you Don t let it get twisted 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt isn tlong enough see the Index under Safety Belt Extender Make sure the release button onthe buckle faces upwardor outward so you would beable to unbuckle it quickly if you ever had to ...

Page 23: ...f there s a sudden stop or a crash Q What s wrong with this A The shoulderbelt is too loose It won t give nearlyas much protection this way You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward toomuch which could increase injury The shoulderbelt should fit against your body I Q What s wrong with this A The belt is buckled in the wrong place l A You can be ...

Page 24: ...erely injure internal organs like your liveror spleen 1 Q What s wrong with this A The belt is twisted across the body so it can work properly or ask You can be seriouslyinjured a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impactforces If a belt is twisted make it straight your dealer to fix it I To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle The belt sh...

Page 25: ...y to making safety belts effectiveis wearing them properly Right Front PasWwnger Position The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt See the Index under Driver Position When the lap portion of the belt is pulled out allthe way it will lock If it does let it go back allthe way and start again Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passenge...

Page 26: ...h plate into the buckle until it clicks When theshoulderbelt is pulled outall the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not longenough see the Index under Safety Belt tender Make sure the release buttonon the buckle facesupward or outward so you would beable to unbuckle it quicklyif you ever had to To make the lap parttight pull down on the buckle en...

Page 27: ...ould cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulderbelt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restrainingforces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash 1 A You can be seriously hurt if your shoulderbelt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit a...

Page 28: ...long the belt To make the belt shorter pull itsfree end as shown untilthe belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see the Index under Safety Belt Eictertder Make sure the release button on the buckle faces upwardor outward so you would be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever had to ...

Page 29: ...belt might not stay low on the hips as it should Instead the belt will likely be overthe child s abdomen Ina crash the belt would apply force right on the child s abdomen which could cause serious or fatal injuries So be sure that any childsmall enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint Never holda baby in your arms while riding ina vehicle A baby doesn t weigh mu...

Page 30: ...u how to do that Where toPut the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather thanthe front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your childrestraint in the rear seat unless the child is an infant and you re the onlyadult in the vehicle In that case you might wantto securethe restraint inthe front seat where you can keep ...

Page 31: ...Securing a Child Restraintin a Rear Outsfde Position You ll be using the lap shoulderbelt See the earlier section about thetop strap if the child restrainthas one 29 ...

Page 32: ...ke sure the release button faces upward or outward so you ll be able to un buckle it quickly if you ever need to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulderbelt all the way out of the retractor to setthe lock 6 To tighten the belt feed the shoulder belt intothe retractor whileyou push down on the child restraint ...

Page 33: ...ly again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Sear Positiun When you secure a childrestraint in a center seating position you ll be using the lap belt But don tuse the rear center seat unless the base of the child restraint is small enough tolet you reach the buckle and latch plate easily See the Index under Top Strap if the child restr...

Page 34: ...nt The child restraint instructions will showyou how release button faces upward or out ward so you ll be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever need to 6 To tighten the belt pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint 5 Bucklethe belt Make sure the 7 Push and pullthe child restraintin different directionsto be sure it is secure If the child restraint isn t secure turn the latch ...

Page 35: ...he seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint as the instructions say 2 Secure the childin the child restraint 3 Pull out thevehicle s safety belt and run the lap part through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will showyou how See if the shoulder belt would go in front of the child s faceor neck If so put it behind the child restraint 4 Buckle thebelt Make sure the...

Page 36: ...the lock 6 To tighten the belt feed the lap belt back into the retractor whileyou push down on the child restraint 7 Push and pull the child restraintin different directionsto be sure itis secure 8 Adjust the bucket seat forward until the lap portionof the safety belt holds the restraint firmly But don t move it anymore than needed to tighten the lap belt ...

Page 37: ...ssenger Larger Children Children whohave outgrown child restraints should wearthe vehicle s safety belts If you have the choice a child should sit next to a window so the child canwear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown outin a crash Children who aren t buckled up can strike other people who are 35 ...

Page 38: ...hthe child s upper body would havethe restraint that belts provide If the child is so small that the shoulderbelt is still veryclose to the child s faceor neck you might want to place the child in a seatthat has a lap belt if your vehicle has one r II I CAUTION Never do this aHere a child is sitting in a seat that has alap shoulderbelt but the loulder partis behind the child 11 the child wearsthe ...

Page 39: ...elts buckles latch plates retractors anchorages andreminder systems are working properly Lookfor any loose parts or damage If you see anything that might keep arestraint system from doing itsjob have it repaired Replacing SafetyL J sAfter a Crash If you ve had acrash do you need new belts After a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But ifthe belts were stretched as they would be ifworn d...

Page 40: ...otect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed geta new one right away Before replacing anysafetybelt see your dealer for the correct part number You ll need the model year and model number for you1 vehicle The model year is on your title and registration And you can find the model number on the Certification Tire label of your The model numberon the replac...

Page 41: ...s Keys 40 Locks 41 Remote Lock Control 42 Tailgate 45 Ignition 49 StartingYourEngine 50 RrkingBrake 56 Horn 60 Windows 61 Shifting the Transmission 53 Shiftingintopark 57 Tilt Steering Wheel 61 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 62 CruiseControl 63 FogLights 68 WindshieldWipers 69 Rear Window Wiper and Washer 71 Overhead Console 72 Storage Compartments 79 Ashtrays and Lighter 81 Luggagecarrier ...

Page 42: ...ly The door keys are for the doors and all other locks When a new Oldsmobile is delivered the dealer removes the plugs from the keys and givesthem to the first owner Each plug hasa code onit that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith howto make extra keys Keep the plugs in a safe place If you loseyour keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using these plugs new features that can hel...

Page 43: ...o obvious You increase the chance of being thrown out ofthe vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked Wear safety belts properly lock your doors andyou will be fir better off whenever you drive your vehicle IITheE are several waysto lock and d o c k your vehicle r romthe Outside Use your door key or Remote Lock Control From the Inside To lock the door push the manual locking lever forward To u...

Page 44: ...ing thekey chain transmitter suppliedwith your vehicle Operation When you press UNLOCK the driver s door will unlock automatically If you press UNLOCK again within five seconds all doors will unlock All doors will lock when DOOR is pressed The tailgate glass will unlock when is pressed but only when the transmission is inP Park Matching Transmitters to Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitteris cod...

Page 45: ...operation Should interferenceto this system occur try this Check to determineif battery replacement is necessary See the instructions on battery replacement Check the distance Youmay be too far from the vehicle This product has a maximum range Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal See your Oldsmobile dealeror a qualified technician for service Changes or modificat...

Page 46: ...has a screw remove it from the back cover If it doesn t havea screw pop the cover off by inserting a dime or something similar in the slot betweenthe covers and twisting 2 Lift the front cover off bottom half fist 3 Remove and replace the batteries 2016 4 Reassemble the transmitter 5 Check the transmitter operation ...

Page 47: ...r shift lever must bein P Park or N Neutral It can be dangerousto drive with the tailgate window open Carbon monoxide GO gas can come into your vehicle You unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the tailgate window opm 1 I ean t see or smell CO It can cause Make sure all other windows are shut Turn the fan qn your heating QI cooling systemto its highest speed withthe setting onVENT ...

Page 48: ...eArm 1 Squeeze the release handle to free the carrier a m 2 Swing thecarrier arm away from the tailgate Youmay need to give ita slight tug To latch the carrier arm swing it hard toward the tailgate The latch has two catches so push hard on the carrier arm to make sure it has locked in place It shouldn t move If itis nut securely latched thecarrier may rattle ...

Page 49: ...ed to retain these items during off road use or an accident and is not for larger heavier loads Store such thingson the load floor as far forward asyou can Install the convenience net at the rear of your vehicle just inside the tailgate Attach the upper loops tothe posts on either side of the tailgate opening the label should be in theupper righthand corner Attach the lower loopsto the hooks on th...

Page 50: ...le away from you to load items into the net When not in use we recommend that you take down the convenience net to extend its life and retain its elasticity New Vehicle Break In Emour moaern ulusrnoDlle aoesn tnleea an k I n 1 ep your speed at55 mph 88 h h or less for the first500I ...

Page 51: ...nition Run An on position to which the switch returns after you start your engine and release the switch The switch staysin the Run position when the engine is running But even when the engine is not running you can use Run to operate your electrical power accessories and to display some instru ment panel warning lights Start Starts the engine When the engine starts release thekey The ignition swi...

Page 52: ...yourengine In some other vehicles you might need todo this but becauseof your vehicle s computer systems you don t 2 Turn your ignition key to Start When the engine starts let goof the key The idle speed will go down as your engine getswarm do you could damage the I 3 If it doesn t start right away hold your key in Start If it doesn t start in three seconds push the accelerator pedal about one qua...

Page 53: ...ection systc Sperates Beforeadding electrical quipment check with your dealer 1 gasoline from the engine If the engine still doesn t start wait another 1 5 seconds anddo it all again When the engine starts let go of the key and the acceleratorpedal ehicletowed see the part of thit nanual that tellshow to do it lout damaging your vehicle the Inde r Towing Your I p e e kjra ada Driving Through Deep ...

Page 54: ...rd could overheat andcause a fire You could be seriouslyinjured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension I rd rated for at least15amps eater sure to store the cord as it oeiore to keep it away fro moving engine par 7 u U U l l How long shouldyou keep the block heater plugged in The answer depends on the weathe...

Page 55: ...lever is not fully in P Park withthe parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle whenthe engine is running unlessyou have to If you have leftthe engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move when you re on fairlq level ground always set your parking brake andmove the shift lever toP Park See the Index unde...

Page 56: ... Mud Ice or Snow T210 Neutral N Neutral In this position your engine doesn t connectwith the wheels To restart when you re already moving use N Neutral only A Shifhg Out Of P mk Or N A Neutral while yaur engine is racing runningat high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly QII the brake pedal your vehicle couldmovevery rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Don t shift ou...

Page 57: ...the next gear and ave more power D Third Gear This is like m but you never go into Overdrive Here are some times you might choose D instead When driving on hilly winding roads When towing a trailer so there is less When goingdown a steep hill of m shifting betweengears 2 Second Gear This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy You can use 2 on hills It can help control your speedas yo...

Page 58: ...rive This might happen if you were stuckin very deep sand or mud or were up against a solidobject You could damage your transmission or transfer case or botk Also if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with onlythe accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transmission Use your brakes or shiftinto P Park to ParkingBrake To Set the Parking Brake Hold the regular brak...

Page 59: ...ng ShiftingInfo P Park CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of yourvehicle if the shift lever is not filly in P Park with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won tmme when you re on fairly level ground use the steps thatfollow If you are parking on a hill or if you ...

Page 60: ...th you tch fire You or otherscould be If you can walkaway from your 1 Don t leave your vehicle vehicle with the ignitionkey in your with the enginerunning unless you hand your vehicle isin P Park have to Move the lever up as far as it will g the with the engbe If you have to leave your vehicle with the enginerunning be sure your vehicle is inP Park and your parking brakeis firmly set before you le...

Page 61: ...ess and death You might have exhaust coming inif Your exhaust systemsounds strange o Your vehicle gets rusty underneath i r Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or Repairs weren t done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming intoyour vehicle L X L Drive itonly with all the windows down to blow out an ...

Page 62: ...ge withthe enginerunning Another closed in placecan be a blizzard See theIndex vnder Blizzard It can be dangerousto get out of your vehicle ifthe shift leveris not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle whenthe engine is running unlessYOU have to If you ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others couldbe injured T...

Page 63: ...then release the lever tolock the wheel in place Power Windows Switcheson the driver s door control each of the windows when the ignition is on In addition each passenger door has acontrol switch for its own window Turn SignallHeudlight Beam Lever The lever onthe left side of the steering column includes your Turn Signal and Lane Change Cruise Control Headlight High Low Beam Windshield Wipers Wind...

Page 64: ...se it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows don t flash but just stay on a signal bulbmay be burned out andother drivers won t see your turn signal If your vehiclehas the digital instrument cluster the turn signal arrows will flash at a faster rate if a signal bulb is burned out If a bulb is burnedout replace it tohelp avoid anaccident If the greenarrows don t go on at all when you s...

Page 65: ...on t use your cruise control 1 on winding roadsor in heavy Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery mads On such roads hst changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t usecruise control on slippery roads ToSet Cruise Control 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON If you leave yourcruise control switchON wher you re not using cruise you I a button a...

Page 66: ...ntrol But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch fromON to R A which stands for Resume Accelerate for about half a second You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there Ifyou hold the switch at R A I longer than half a second the v6EucIewill keepgoing fasteruntil YQU release the switch or apply the brake You cou...

Page 67: ...l you get up to the speed you want and then release the switch To increaseyour speedin very small amounts move the switch to RIA for less than half a secondand then release it Each time you do this your vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster ToReduce Speed WhileUsing Cruise Control T here are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control Push in the button at the endof the lever un...

Page 68: ...eep hills you may have to step on the acceleratorpedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speeddown Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control onsteephills ToGet Outof Cruise Control There are two ways toturn off the cruise control Step li...

Page 69: ... Parking Lights Side Marker Lights Taillights InstrumentPanel Lights a Push the switchto turn on the headlights together with Parking Lights Side Marker Lights Taillights Instrument Panel Lights Pull the switch or press OFF to turn off the lights 67 ...

Page 70: ...t panel lights brighter If you turn thedial all the way to the right until it clicks yourinterior lights willcome on Fog Lights Use your foglights for better visionin foggy or misty conditions Your parking lights or low beam headlightsmust be on for them tocome on The fog light switch is on theinstrument panel under the headlight switch Press the rightside of the switch toturn the fog lightson and...

Page 71: ... until the wipers start then let go The wipers will stop after one cycle If you want more cycles hold the bandon MIST longer You can setthe wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes This can be very useful in lightrain or snow Turn the band to choosethe delay time The closer to LO the shorter the delay For steady wipingat low speed turn the band away ftom you to the LO position For high ...

Page 72: ...ay snow or ice to prevent anoverload I Windshield Washer At the top of the turn signallheadlight beam lever there s a paddle with the word PUSH on it To spray washer fluid on the windshield push the paddle The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to yourpreset speed See the Index under Windshield Washer Fluid Drivingwithout washer fluid 1can be dangerous A bad mud splash can...

Page 73: ...n the WiperOff I Press the bottom of the switch The rear wlnaow wasner usesthe same fluid reservoir as the windshield washer However the rear window washer will run outof fluid before the windshield washer because fluid will not flow easily tothe rear of the vehicle when it reaches alow level If you can wash your windshield butnot your rear window check your fluid level GAU I IVN A Driving without...

Page 74: ...l switches are located to the leftof the display Turn the display on or off by pressing the ON OFF switch Display the temperature in either degreesFahrenheit English or Celsius met byprqs siag the US MET switch Before you turn on the ignition and move the vehicle the temperature indicated will be the last outside temperature recorded withthe ignition on If the outside temperature is 37 F 3 C or lo...

Page 75: ...agnetic north and geographic north In some areas the difference between the two can be great enough to cause false compass readings If this happens follow these instructions to set the variance for yourparticular location 1 Locate your location on the zone map Note your zone number 2 Press andhold both the ON OFF and the US MET switches The display will go off 3 After 5 seconds VARCAL will appear ...

Page 76: ...s it firmly to the back of your garage door opener 3 To make sure the button on your garage door opener is centered above the button onthe compartment door use the white intersecting lines inside the compartmentas a guide Center the control button of your garage door opener over the point where the lines intersect and press the opener firmly into place Make sure the button is facing down 4 Once th...

Page 77: ...orclosed Overhead Storage Compartment To open the rear storage compartmentin the overhead console press the release button Sunglasses Storage Compartment To open the sunglasses storage compartment in the overhead console press the release button Then pull the compartment downto the full open position as shown 7 5 ...

Page 78: ...Control to the right untilit clicks Front Reading Lights These lights are part of the rearview mirror andmay be operated in two ways With the ignition on turn each light With the ignition off open any door on and off with its switch These lights will come on for about 15 seconds then turnoff If you turn on the ignitionduring this delay the lights will turn off immediately To avoid draining your ve...

Page 79: ...o block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also remove them from the center mount and swing them to the side while the auxiliary sunshade remains to block glare from the front To extend the visor at thesides pull out the sunshade Lighted Visor Vanity Mirrors Open the cover toexposethe vanity mirror The lights come on when you open the cover These can even be used for reading 77 ...

Page 80: ...e passenger s side rearview mirror Then usethe control to adjust eachmirror so that you canjust see the side of your vehicle whenyou are sitting in a comfortabledriving position I I Convex Outside Mmor Your right side mirror is convex A convex mirror ssurfaceis curvedso you can see more from the driver sseat CAUTIbN w A If you aren t used to a convex A mirror you can hit another vehicle A convex m...

Page 81: ...ructionsthat are included with any electrical equipmentyou install ninP the Whel outlets Maximum 1 Equipment s 8 amps ectric b t exceed Be sure to turn l y zlectric eauipmentwhen notin use Storage Compadments The center console has a cup holder and three storage compartments To open the cup holder lightly presson the edge Push the cup holder backin until it clicks when it s not in use ...

Page 82: ...tment hasa molded rack for cassette tapes and compact discs The larger one has a removable tray There are two cup holders insidethe glove box door You will find a storagecompanment on each of the front doors The driver s door pocket containsa coin holder A narrow storage shelfruns along the bottom of the instrument panel It s handy for items suchas gloves or small books ...

Page 83: ...for cleaning press down on the front edge of the ashtray and pull theentire ashtray out of the instrument panel To use the lighter push itin all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back by itself The rear ashtrays are locatedin the rear doors To remove them for cleaning press down on the snufferand pull them out SI ...

Page 84: ...le When you carry large things never let them hang over the rearor the sidesof your vehicle Load your cargo so that it damage the vehicle Put against the side rails and ests on the slats and does not Don t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your Oldsmobile For more informationon vehicle capacity and loading see the Index under Loading Your hide To prevent damageor loss of cargo as yo...

Page 85: ...ioning be sure to retighten the screws andreturn the wrench to its storage place Use the tiedown loops to help secure large loads To adjust them turn them counterclockwiseuntil theyslide freely on the side rails Tighten themin place by turning them clockwise CargoBed liner The removable cargo bedliner is washable See the Index under Cleaning Vinylor Leather 83 ...

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Page 87: ...ents 2 Side Window Defogger 3 Rear Window Wiper Washer 4 Rear Window Defogger 5 Light Controls 6 Tilt Steering Wheel Lever 7 Instrument Cluster 8 Gearshift Lever 9 Climate Controls 10 Lighter 11 Center Vents 12 Glove Box 13 Side Window Defogger 14 Side Vents 15 Audio System 16 Ashtray 17 Tailgate Window Release 18 Power Remote Control Mirrors 19 Ignition Switch 20 Hazard Warning Flashers Switch 21...

Page 88: ...nstrumentpanel clusters which include indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages Be sure to read about those that apply tothe instrument panelcluster for your Oldsmobile STANDARD CLUSTER I w UNLE FUELmILY IEDp3 T2154 ...

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Page 90: ...t reset it To set it to zero press the reset button located in the right endof the speedometer 180 T2D60 Your Oldsmobilehas a tamper resistant odometer If you seesilver lines between the numbers you ll know someonehas probably tampered withit and the numbersmay not be true Youmay wonder what happensif your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can be set tothe mileage total of the ...

Page 91: ... UNLEADED FUEL ONLY T2150 Trip mileage appearsin place of the regular odometer reading when you press the TRIP switch down To change back to the regular odometer press the TRIP switch again Your Oldsmobile hasa tamper res _ a t odometer The odometer willread ERRORif someone has tampered with it Youmay wonder what happensif your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one canbe set tothe ...

Page 92: ...switch to display thetrip odometer Then press the RESET switch E M switch ELECTRONIC CLUSTER To change your electronic display from English to metric units or from metric to English press this switchdown The gages affectedare Speedometer Odometer Trip Odometer Oil Pressure Engine Coolant Temperature ...

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Page 94: ...T215f Voltmeter STANDARD CLUSTER Your charging s y s t e m gage will showthr rate of charge when the engineis running When the engine is not runninl but the ignition ison in the Run position the display measuresthe voltage output of your battery The reading will changeas the rate of charge changes with engine speed etc but readings betweenthe warning zones indicatethe normal operating range Readin...

Page 95: ... shows whatto do See the Index under Engine Overheating Electronic Cluster Gages This section explainsthe fuel coolant temperature and oil pressure gages and the voltmeter for your cluster Working together the gages andthe warning lights explainedlater in this part warn you when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions They can signal that something is wrong before it beco...

Page 96: ...ly took alittle more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up The tank is not necessarily empty when the last bar goesout There is a 1 to 1 5gallon 4to 5 6 L fuel reserve For yourfuel tank capacity see Service Station Informutionon the last pageof this manual OilPressure Gage ELECTRONIC CLUSTER Your oil pressure gage shows th...

Page 97: ...thers could be burned Check your oil as so0 as possible and have your vehicle serviced LII T2071 Voltmeter ELEcmoNIcCLUSTER Your charging system gage will show the rate of charge whenthe engine is running When the engine is not running but the ignition is on in the Run position the display measuresthe voltage output of your battery and will flash until you turn the ignition to Start The reading wi...

Page 98: ... radio and air conditioner Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ELECTRONICCWSTER This gage has bars that show the engine coolant temperature A box around the temperature symbol will flash when your engine is too hot It means that your engine coolant has overheated If you have been operating your vehicleunder normal driving conditions you should pulloff the road stop your vehicle andturn off the engine ...

Page 99: ...Service Engine Soon Light A computer monitors operationof your fuel ignition and emission control systems This light shouldcome on when the ignition is on but the engine is not running as a checkto show you it is working If it does not come on at all have it fixed right away If it stays on or it comes on whileyou are driving the computer is indicating thatyou have a problem You should take your ve...

Page 100: ...m This light willalso come on when you set your parking brake and will stay on if your parkingbrake doesn t release fully If it stayson after your parking brake is fully released it means Your brake systemm a y not be 1 working properlyif the brake h e brake warning light oman le I varning light is on Driving with qan accident If the light is still In after you ve pulled off the roac and stopped c...

Page 101: ...blem with the electrical charging system Have it checked rightaway Driving while this light is on could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner I I CheckGages Light STANDARDCLUSTER This light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine If the light comes on and stays onwhile ...

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Page 103: ...ied with your vehicle Comfort Controls Audio Systems Climate Control System lo2 Defogging and Defrosting lo4 Rear Window Defogger lo4 Settingtheclock 106 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Playerand Equalizer lo7 AM FM Stereo Radio with Compact Disc Player 110 Understanding Radio Reception 114 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player l14 Care of Your Compact Discs 115 FixedMastAntenna 115 ...

Page 104: ...r on the left to control the temperatureof the air flaw intothe vehicle Move the lever up for warmer air down forcooler air Fan Lever The lever at the top Function Lever Slidethe lever on the right to selectthe function desired The air conditionercompressor willoperate in all settings except VENT and HTR Heater when the outside temperature is above freezing Whenthe air conditioner compressor cycle...

Page 105: ...s and at your frontside windows HTR The heater setting brings in mosr heated air through the heater ducts and some through the defrostervents I fyou have the optional engineblock heater anduse it during cold weather 20 F 8 C or lower your heating system willmore quickly provideheat because theengine coolant is already warmed See the Index under Engine Block Heater Defrost This setting directs most...

Page 106: ... theside windows For increased air flow to the side vents close the center vents Rear Window Defogger Press ON to warm the defogger gridon the rear window The indicator light will glow whilethe rear window defoggeris operating The defogger will turn off automaticallyafter about 10minutes If you turn it on again the defogger will operate for about five minutes only You can turn the defogger off by ...

Page 107: ...snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defrosterwill work far better reducing the chance of fogging the insideof your windows weather slide the hnction lever to HTR and turnthe blower fan to HI for a few moments beforedriving off This helps clear the intake ductsof snow and moisture and reducesthe chance of fogging the inside of your windows Keep theair path under the front se...

Page 108: ...ptsto it To help avoid hearing loss or damage Adjust the volume controlto the lowest setting 2 Increasethe volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly I interfere withthe operati vehicle s engine Delco o or other systems and ev damage them And your vehi systems may interfere with the operation of sound equippent ha has been added improper before adding sourlu r nL 2 Setting the Clock Sett...

Page 109: ... Press the knob to change between the AM and FM bands the digital screen will momentarily display AM or FM and if the radio is in stereo STEREO will be displayed Your radio has an AMAX certified receiver It can produce quality AM stereo sound and receive C Quam stereo broadcasts AMAX reducesnoise without reducingthe high frequencies you need for the best sound You don t have to do anything to your...

Page 110: ...onds untilyou either press SCAN again or press the VOLBAL knob to stop on aparticular station To Preset Radio Stations The four pushbuttonscan be used to preset up to 14 radio stations sevenAM and seven FM stations 1 Turn the lower control knob TUNE to the stationyou want 2 Press SET The SET indicator will appear on the digital screen forfive seconds 3 While theSET indicator is displayed press one...

Page 111: ...selections onthe tape The ON light will indicate the music search is selected Program Press theVOL BAL knob to change the side of tape being played When the arrow pointing up is lighted the selections listed on the top side of the tape are played When the arrow pointing down is lighted selections listed on the bottom sideof the tapeare played The tape player automatically begins playing the other ...

Page 112: ...Lower Knob This control has three functions Turn the knobto tune the radio Press the knobto switch from the AM band to the FM band Press again to switch from FM to AM Turn the ring behind the knob to adjust the front rear speaker balance also called fade to your taste RCL Recall Press to switch the display from the time to radio station frequency Press again to switch from the radio frequency to t...

Page 113: ... player will pullit in In a few seconds the disc should Play If the disc comes back out without playing The disc may be upside down The disc may be dirty scratchedor The road may be too rough There may be too muchmoisture in the air Wait about one hour and try again The player may be too hot If so HOT will appear on the display When the compactdisc player cools it should play again Press RCL to re...

Page 114: ... IIF you enter a secret code into the system to secure it If your CD player loses battery power for any reason you must unlock the system withthe secret code beforc the system will work again If you turn Delco LOC II on and decide you don t want it on any longer you can turn it off ToTurnDelco LOC I P On 1 Write down any 6 digit number and keep it in a safe place This is your secret code 2 Turn th...

Page 115: ...not match either your secretcode or the factory s back upcode To Unlock After a Power Loss When battery poweris lost and then resupplied to a securedunit LOC will appear on the display Follow these steps to unlock the unit 1 Turn the ignition tothe Accessory or 2 Make sure the radio is off 3 Press SET The display will show Run position 000 4 Press SEEK to the right and holdit until the second and ...

Page 116: ...to receive C Quam stereo broadcasts Many AM stations around the country use C Quam to produce stereo though some do not C Qum is a registered trademark of Motorola kc If your Delco system can get C Qum signals your stereo indicator light will come on when you are receiving it ...

Page 117: ...f the surface of a disc is soiled dampen aclean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handlingdiscs Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole andthe outer edge Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antennacan withstand most car washes without being damaged If the mast should...

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Page 119: ...Part 4 YourDriving and1 Here you ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions We ve aIso tried to include many other useful tips on driving Ihe Road ...

Page 120: ...some movement is not allowed Examples areDo Not Enter and Wrong Way Green is used to guide the driver Green signs may indicate upcoming freeway exits or show the direction you should turn to reach aparticular place Yellow indicates ageneral warning Slow down andbe careful when you see a yellow sign It may signal arailroad crossing ahead a no passingzone or some other potentially dangerous situatio...

Page 121: ...lways red with white letters A triangle pointed downward indicates Yield It assigns the right of way to traffic on ce rtain approachesto an I intersection I A diamond shaped sign is a warningof something ahead for example a curve steep hill soft shoulder or a narrow bridge A triangular sign also is used on two lane roads to indicate ano passing zone This sign willbe on the left side of the roadway...

Page 122: ...graphic symbols A picture within a circle with a diagonal line across it shows what not to do Traffic Lights We re all familiarwith trafficlights or stop lights Oftengreen arrows are being used in the lights for improved traffic control On some multilane roads green arrows light up indicating that traffic in one or more lanes can move or make a turn Green arrows don t mean go no matter what You ll...

Page 123: ... not only more polite it s safer tolet other drivers know what you are doing And insome places the law requires driver signals Turn and Lane Change Signals Always signal whenyou plan toturn or change lanes If necessary you can use hand signals out the window Left arm straight outfbr a left turn down for slowor about to stop and up for a right turn SlowingDown If time allows tap the brake pedal onc...

Page 124: ...t occupants inparked cars to open doors into traffic Watch for movement in parked cars someone may be about to open a door Expect other drivers to run stop signs when you are on a through street Be ready to brake if necessaryas you go through intersections You may not have to use the brake but ifyou do you will be ready If you re driving through a shopping centerparking lot wherethere are well mar...

Page 125: ...an many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the problem The Blood Alcohol Content BAC of someonewho isdrinking depends upon four things How much alcohol is in the drink The drinker s bodyweight The amount of food that is consumed before andduring drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consumethe alcohol According tothe A...

Page 126: ...ls of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching0 05 percent and thatthe effects are worse at night All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above0 05 percent Statistics show thatthe chance of being in an accident increasessharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above Adriver with aBAC level of 0 06 percent three beersin one hour for a 180 poundor 82 kg person has doubled hisor her ...

Page 127: ... ve already seen that the chance of a crash itself is higherfor drinking drivers ADrinking and thendriving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions and judgment will be affected by even a small amountof alcohol You could have a serious or even fatal accident if you drive after drinking Please don t drink and drive or ride with a driver who has beendrinking Ride home in a cab or if you re with a...

Page 128: ...sgrip is the limited slip rear axle In conditions where one rear wheel loses traction but the other still hassome as when one wheel hits an icy patch or slips onto a muddy road shoulder this design provides power tothe wheel with traction AndAWD is simple It s always there working Braking Braking action involvesperception time and reaction time First you have to decide to pushon the brake pedal Th...

Page 129: ...htly onthe brake ped while driving AL Riding your brakescan cause them to overheatto the point that theywon t work well You might not be able to stop your vehicle in time toavoid an accident If you ride your brakes they will getso hot they will require a lot of pedal forceto slow you down Avoid riding the brakes Jstly brake replacement sooner than normal a 1 If you keeppace with the traffic and al...

Page 130: ...that wheels are slowing down The computerseparately works the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than anydriver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions of you I I ASy o u brake your computer keeps receiving updateson wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly lA Ati b...

Page 131: ...hed warning sound when the brake pads are worn andnew pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all thetime your vehicle is moving exceptwhen you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly The brake wear warning sound means thatsooner or your brakeswon t work well That could lead to an accident When you hear the brake wear warning sound have your vehicle serviced Some driving conditions or ...

Page 132: ...mal height or if there is a rapid increasein pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Aqustment Every time you make a brake stop your disc brakes adjustfor wear If your brake pedal goes down farther than normal your rear drum brakes may need adjustment Adjust themby backing up and firmly applyingthe brakes a few times Braking In Emergencies Use your anti lock braking system when yo...

Page 133: ...r speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Waitto accelerateuntil you are out of the curve and thenaccelerategently intothe straightaway When you drive into a curve at night it s harder to see the road aheadof you because it bends away from the straight beams of your lights This is one good reason todrive slower 131 ...

Page 134: ...en steer around the problem to the leftor right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel atthe recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180degrees very quickly without removingeither hand But you have toact fast steer quickly andjust as quickly straightenthe wheel once you have av...

Page 135: ...the pavement do not steer more sharply With too muchsteeringangle the vehiclemay jump back onto the road with so much steering input that it crosses over into the oncoming traffic before you can bring it back under control Instead ease off again on the accelerator and steering input straddle the pavement once more then try again ...

Page 136: ...ass you will have a running start that more than makes up for the distance you would lose by dropping back And if something happensto cause you to cancel your pass you need only slow down and drop back again and wait foranother opportunity slow vehicle wait yourturn But take care that someoneisn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulderand ...

Page 137: ...pens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where thetires meet the roadto do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape routeor area of less danger 135 ...

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Page 139: ...nd many driving tips and suggestions These will help make your off road driving safer andmore enjoyable Betbre You Go Off Roading There are some things to do before you go out For example be sureto have all necessary maintenance and service work done Be sure you read all the information about your all wheel drive vehicle in this manual Is there enough fuel Is the sparetire fully inflated Are the f...

Page 140: ...hicle The heaviest things should beon the load floor and forward of your rear axle Put heavier items as far forward as you can Be sure the load is secured properly so driving on the off road terrain doesn t toss thingsaround You ll find other important informationin this manual See theIndex under hick Loading Luggage Carrier and Tires ...

Page 141: ...nd different driving skills Here s what we mean Tune your senses to different kindsof signals Your eyes for example need to constantly sweep the terrain for unexpected obstacles Your ears need to listen for unusualtire or engine sounds With your arms hands feet and body you ll need to respond to vibrations and vehicle bounce Controlling your vehicleis the key to successful off road driving One of ...

Page 142: ... Off road driving can takeyou over many different kinds of terrain You need to be familiar with the terrain andits many different features Hereare some things to consider SurfaceConditions Off roading can take you over hard packed dirt gravel rocks grass sand mud snow or ice Each of these surfaces affects the steering acceleration and brakingof your vehicle in different ways Depending upon the kin...

Page 143: ...bstacles your wheels can leave the ground If this happens even with one or two wheels you can t control the vehicle as wellor at all Becauseyou will be on an unpaved surface it s especially important to avoid sudden acceleration suddenturns or sudden braking In a way off road driving requires a different kindof alertness from driving on paved roads and highways There are no road signs posted speed...

Page 144: ...mple theremay be a smooth constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all theway to the top On a large hill the incline may get steeper as you near the top butyou may not see this because the crest of the hillis hidden by bushes grass or shrubs Here are some other things to consider as you approacha hill Is therea constant incline or does the Is there good tract...

Page 145: ...stall and I Attach a flag tothe vehicle to make can t make it up the hill you more visible to approaching traffic A If this happens there are some on trails or hills Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill tolet opposing traffic know you re there Use your headlights evenduring the day They make you more visible to oncoming traffic accident There could be adrop off embankment cliff or ev...

Page 146: ...ill roll backwards very quicklyandyou couldgo out of control Instead apply the regular brake to stop the vehicle Then apply the parking brake Shift intoR Reverse release the parking brake and slowly back down are about to stall when going up a hill If the hill is steep enough to stall your vehicle it s steep enoughto cause you to roll over if youturn around If you can t make it upthe hill you must...

Page 147: ...s at the bottom of the hill Is there a hiddencreek bank or even a river bottom withlarge rocks brakes to overheat and fade This could cause loss of control and a serious accident Apply the brakes 1 lightly when descending ahill and use a low gear to keep vehicle eed under control _ Q are there some thingsI should not do when driving down a hill A Yes These are importantbecause if you ignore themyo...

Page 148: ... rear wheels reduces the likelihood the vehicle will tumble end over end But when you drive across an incline the much more narrowtrack width the distance between the leftand right wheels may not prevent the vehicle from tilting and rolling over Also driving across an incline puts more weight on the downhill wheels This could cause a downhill slide or a rollover Surface conditions can bea problem ...

Page 149: ...e course so you know whatthe surfaceis like before you drive it A If you feel your vehiclestartingto a Ltallingonan Incline If your vehicle stalls when you re crossing an incline be sure you and your passengers get outon the uphill side even if the door there is harder to open If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll over you ll be right in its path If you have to walk do...

Page 150: ...ill have difficulty accelerating And if you do get moving poor steering and difficult brakingcan causeyou to slide out of control Driving on frozen lakes ponds or rivers can be dangerous Underwater springs currents under the ice or sudden thaws can weaken the ice Your vehicle could fall throughthe ice and you and your passengers could drown Drive your vehicleon safe surfaces ody Driving ln Water L...

Page 151: ...ure steering suspension wheels tires and exhaust system for damage Also check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage Your vehicle will require more frequent service due to off road use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for additional information Driving at Night Night driving ismore dangerous than day driving One reasonis that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs w...

Page 152: ...the vehicle ahead is goingjust by looking at its taillights speed roads Your headlights can light up only so much road ahead Slow down especially on higher In remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest ...

Page 153: ...Night Driving Suggestions Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at nightis made much worseby dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can buildup a film causedby dust Tobacco smoke also makes inside glass surfaces very filmy and can be a vision hazard if it s left there Dlrty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making th...

Page 154: ...eople walking Road spray can often be worse for vision thanrain especially ifit comes from a dirty road So it is wise tokeep your wiping equipmentin good shapeand keep your windshield washert a n kfilled Replace your windshield wiper insertswhen they show signsof streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separatefrom the inserts Driving too fast through large w...

Page 155: ...a lotof water is standing on the road If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happensat higher speeds Therejust isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when itis raining andbe careful parking lights to help make you more visible to others L...

Page 156: ...mistor ground fog can happen in weather that seems perfect especially at night or in the early morningin valley or low marshy areas You can be suddenly enveloped inthick wet haze that may even coat your windshield You can often spot these fog patchesor mist layers with your headlights But sometimes they can be waitingfor you as you come over a hillor dip into a shallow valley S t a r t your windsh...

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Page 158: ...it is heavy find agap as you move along the entering lane and time your approach Try to merge into the gap atclose to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your rearview mirrors as you move along and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Driving on the Freeway Once you are on the freeway aaJust your speed tothe posted limit or t...

Page 159: ...rationlane Ideally it should be long enough for you to enter it at freeway speed after signaling of course and thendo your braking before movingonto the exit ramp Unfortunately not alldeceleration lanes are long enough some are too short for all the braking Decide when to start braking Ifyou must brake on the through lane and if there is traffic close behind you you can allowa little extra time an...

Page 160: ...silydrive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before startingout Of course you ll find experienced andable service experts in Oldsmobile dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to helpif youneed it Here are some thingsyou can check before atrip Windshield Washer Fluid Is the rese...

Page 161: ...omething aboutan easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind againstthe vehicle that can make you sleepy Don tlet it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware thatit can happen Then ...

Page 162: ...own Don t make your brakesdo it all Shift toa lower gear when you go down a steepor long hill That way you will slow down without excessive use of your brakes I If you don tshift down your a L brakescould get so hot that thq wouldn t work well You would then havepoor braking or even none going downa hill You could crash Shih down tok t your engineassist your brakes on a steep downhill slope Coasti...

Page 163: ...wing Another part of this manual tellshow to use your parking brake seethe Index under Parking Brake But on a mountain or steep hill you can do one more thing You can turn your front wheels to keep your vehicle from rolling downhill or out into traffic Here s how Parking Downhill Turn your wheels to the right You don t havetojam your tires against the curb if there is a curb A gentle contact is al...

Page 164: ...ht side of your vehicle If you re going uphill on a one way street and you re parking on the left side your whcels should point to thc right If there is no curb when you re parking uphill turn the wheels tothe right If there is no curb when you re parking uphill on the left side of a one way street your wheels shouldbe turned to the left ...

Page 165: ...od shape for winter Be sure your engine coolant mix is correct Snow tires can help inloose snow but they may give you less traction on ice than regularties If you do not expect to be driving in deep snow but may have to travel overice you may not want to switch to snow tiresat all ...

Page 166: ...tion If you accelerate toofast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Your anti lock brakes improve your ability to make a hard stopon a slippery road Even thoughyou have theanti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping soonerthanyou would on dry pavement Seethe Index under Anti LockBrakes ...

Page 167: ... extra clothing makebody insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourselfor tuck under your clothingto keep warm You can run the engine to keepwarm but be careful Snow can trap exhaust gases und erp u r vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could weKOmeyou and kill you You can t see it or smell it so you might notknow it w...

Page 168: ...naling later on with your headlights Letthe heater run for a while Then shut theengineoff and close the window almost all theway to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat thisonly when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the fuelas long as you can To help keep warm you can getout of the vehicle anddo some fairly vigorous exercises every...

Page 169: ...ering means changesin handling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That s thereason for this section In it are many time tested important trailering tips and safety rules Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer There are many diff...

Page 170: ...f your vehicle wear inat the heavier loads Three important considerationshave to do with weight Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never weighmore than 5 250 pounds 2 380 kg But even that can be too heavy It depends on how you plan to use your rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature andhow much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all imp...

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Page 172: ...e the hitch If you don sealthem deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle See the Index under CarbonMonoxide in Exhaust Dirt and water can too The bumpers on your vehicle are not intended for hitches Do not attach rental hitchesor other bumper type hitches to them Use only a frame mounted hitch thatdoes not attach to the bumper Safety Chains You should always attach cha...

Page 173: ...ngwith the added weightof the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deallonger and not nearly so responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check ihe trailer hitch and platform safety chains electrical connector lights tires andmirror adjustment If the trailer has electric brakes start your vehicle andtrailer moving and then applythe trailer b...

Page 174: ...e right move your hand to the right Always back up slowlyand if possible have someoneguide you Making Turns When you re turning with a trailer make widerturns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoidjerky orsudden maneuvers Signal well in advance Turn Signals When Towinga Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle has to have a ...

Page 175: ...d ona hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can beinjured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here s how to do it 1 Apply your regular brakes but don t shift into P Park yet 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks ...

Page 176: ... s stored under the vehicle along the rear frame crossmember Since connectors for trailersvary no connector is provided You will need to obtain one for the trailcr you want to pull Have it wiredto the harness by a qualified servicetechnician When wiring the harness to a connector disconnect the battery before removing the tape fromthe wire ...

Page 177: ...roblems that can occur on the road Problems on the Road Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting 176 177 TowingYourBravada 181 Engine Overheating 184 If a Tire Goes Flat 190 Changing a Flat Tire 191 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 199 175 ...

Page 178: ...ng Press the buttonin to make your front and rearturn signal lights flashon and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position yourkey is in and even if the key isn t in I To turn off the flashers pull outon the collar When the hazard warningflashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of the road...

Page 179: ...in gas that can They contain enough electricity If you don t follow these steps you explodeor ignite to burn you actly some or all of these things I 1 can hurt you Ignoring these steps could resultin costly damageto your vehicle that wouldn tbeco ed by yo warranty Trying tc your Oldsmobileby pushing or pulling it won t work and it could damageyour vehicl To Jump S t a r t Your Oldsmobile 1 Check t...

Page 180: ...ding could damagethe efectrical systems I You could be injured if the hvehicles roll Set theparking brake firmly on each vehicle Put an automatic transmissionin P Park or a manual transmissionin N Neutral I 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Turn off all lights that aren t needed and radios This will avoid sparksand help save both batteries And it could save your radio 4 Open the hoods and l...

Page 181: ...ins acid that can burn you Don t get it on you If you accidentally getit in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medicalhelp i dately 1 II 5 Check that thejumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some things you should know Positive will go to positive and n...

Page 182: ...n t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other endof the negative cabledoesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Attach the cableat least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but notnear engine parts that move The electrical connection isjust as good there but the chance of sparks getting ba...

Page 183: ... a professional towing service tow your vehicle The usual towing equipmentis A Sling type tow truck B Wheel lift tow truck C Car carrier If your vehicle has been changedor modified since it was factory newby adding aftermarket items like aero skirting or special tires and wheels these instructionsmay not be correct Before you do anything turn on the hazard warning flashers ...

Page 184: ...u can stillmove the shift lever If there was an accident what was damaged When the towlng service arrives let the tow operatorknow that this manual contains towing instructions The operator may want tosee them To help avoid injury to you or others 0 Never let passengersride i na vehicle that is being towed 0 Never towfasterthan sak or posted speeds Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured Ne...

Page 185: ... is being towed with sling type or wheel lift equipment either the front or rear wheels must be supported on a dolly If towing your Bravada with a car carrier block supports may be required to prevent damage tothe vehicle AA vehicle can fall froma car carrier if it isn tproperly secured This can causea collision serious personal injury and vehicle damage The vehicle should be tightly secured with ...

Page 186: ...mit Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it coolsdown Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before opening the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catchfire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicleuntil the engine is cool I If No Steam is Coming fromYour Engine If you...

Page 187: ...rk your vehicle right away f there s still no signof steam push the accelerator until the engine speed is about twice as fastas normal idle speed Bring the engine speed back to normal idle speed after twoor three minutes Now see if the warningstops But then if you still have the warning EVERYONE OUT OF THE VEHICLE until it cools down Youmay decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right...

Page 188: ...urn off the engine How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t ator above FULL HOT add a5060 mixture of clean water preferably distilled and a proper antifreeze at the coolant recoverytank See theIndex under Engine Coolant for more information about the proper coolant mix Adding only plain water to your cooling system canbe ngerous...

Page 189: ...mcan blow out and bum you badly hey are under pressure and if you turn I the radiator pressurecap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot W t 1 for thecoding system and radiator pressure cap tocool if you ever haye to turnthe pressure cap How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1 You can remove the radiator pres...

Page 190: ...verheating CONT 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap 3 Fill the radiator with the proper mix up to the base df the filler neck 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the ADD mark ...

Page 191: ...u can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot 7 By this time the coolant level inside the radiatorfiller neck may be lower If the level is lower addmore of the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the baseof the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the mows on the pressure cap line up like this 189 ...

Page 192: ...Hat It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you redriving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But ifyou should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a fronttire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator peda...

Page 193: ...Flat Tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damageby driving slowly toa level place Turn on your hazard warning flashers f I T he following steps willtell you how to use the jack and change a tire ...

Page 194: ...nscrewthe wing nut at the center of the wheel Remove it and the hold down plate just behind the wing nut Lift the tire off the mountingshoz and remove the cover Also remove the bolt hooked tothe ring inside the jack storage compartment i i f i I 3 Open thejack storage compartment by lifting the latch and removingthe cover ...

Page 195: ...g nut and remove thejack and wheel wrench If You Have a Tailgate Mounted Spare Tire 1 Open thejack storage compartment by lifting the latch and removingthe cover 2 Unscrew the wing nut and remove thejack and wheelwrench ...

Page 196: ...ate Unzip the tire cover and push itback 4 Use the wheel wrench to removethe wheel nuts that secure the tire to the carrier Then lift the tire off the mounting bracket For Both Mounting Systems 5 Put the spare tire near the flat one 6 Using the Torx head wrench supplied withthe vehicle and stored in the glovebox remove the wheel nut cover ...

Page 197: ... k it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slipsoff thejack you could be badly injured or killed Never getunder a vehicle when it is supported onlyby a jack L 10 Raise the vehicle by rotating the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough offthe ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit improperlypositioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to falloff the ...

Page 198: ...u can use a clothor a paper towelto do this but be sure to use a scraperor wire brush later if you need to to get allthe rust or dirt off 12 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfacesor spare wheel Placethe spare on the wheel mounting surface Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts mightcome loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident I 13 Rep...

Page 199: ...be sure to get the right kind Stop somewhereas soon as you can and have the nuts tightened witha torque wrench to 1 0 0 1pound feet 1 140 N m N I 16 Replacethe wheel nut cover on the spare wheel Be sure to insert the pin on the wheel coverinto the hole in the wheel Screw the coverin place usingthe Torx head wrench 17 Lower thejack head completelyby rotating thejack handle counterclockwise If you h...

Page 200: ...nsert the cover tabs intothe trim panel align the cover and fasten the latch A Incorrect wheelnuts or properly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead toan accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get the right kind Stop somewhere as m n as you can and have the nuts tightened ith a torque wench to AI po...

Page 201: ...spin the wheels above35 mph 55km h as shownon the speedometer Spinningyour wheelscan destr parts of your vehicleas well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fastwhileshifting your transmissiopq I between R Reverse and a forward backand forth you n dest g g First turn your steering wheelleft and right That will clear thearea around your front wheels Shift back and forth gear spinningthe wheels a...

Page 202: ...Notes ...

Page 203: ...are Service 202 Fuel 203 HoodRelease 207 Engineoil 210 Aircleaner 214 Transmission Fluid 216 Enginecoolant 219 Power Steering Fluid 222 Battery 225 BulbReplacement 226 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 228 Loading YourVehicle 228 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 247 Add on Electrical Equipment 248 Capacities Specifications 252 ReplacementBulbs 256 Windshield Washer Fluid 222 Brakes 223 Tires 233...

Page 204: ...Oldsmobile than this manualcan To order the proper service manual see the Index under Service Publications You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See the Index under Maintenance Record v can be injured if you try tu Jo service work on a vehicle withoutknowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience...

Page 205: ...o be sure you get the right kindof gasoline unleaded You ll see UNLEADED right on the pump And only unleaded nozzles will fit into your vehicle s filler neck Be sure the posted octane is at least91 for premium 89 for middle grade and 87 for regular If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If it s bad enough it can aamage your engine If you re using fuel rated...

Page 206: ...l parts in your fuel system andalso damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered der S S B your warranty And even at or less there must be cosolvents and corrosion additiveswin help prevent depositsfrom forming in your engine and fuel system That helps keep your enginein tune and your emissioncontrol system working properly It s good for your vehicle and you ll be doing your par...

Page 207: ... S or Canada unleaded fuelmay be hard to fmd Do not use leaded gasoline Ifyou use even one tankful your emission controls won t work well or at all With continuous use spark plugs can get fouled the exhaust system can corrode and your engineoil can deteriorate quickly Your vehicle s oxygen sensor will be damaged All of that means costly repairs that wouldn t be covered by your warranty To check on...

Page 208: ...wayfrom gasoline To take off the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise A If youget gasoline on you ailu I b then somethingignites it you I c Ad be badlyburned Gasoline cansprayouton youif you open I the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Openthe fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then uns...

Page 209: ...nstell you how to check fluids lubricants and important parts under the hood I T600 Hood Release To open the hood first pull the HOOD RELEASEhandle inside the vehicle Then goto the front of the vehicle and pull up on the underhood release Lift the hood ...

Page 210: ...d start a f i r e These indude liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or otherscould be burned Be carefwl notto drop orspill things that willbum onto a hot engine Before closingthe hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the prop rod Remove the prop rodfrom the slot in the hood an...

Page 211: ...I1 see 1 Engine Coolant Recovery Tank 2 Automatic Transmission Dipstick 3 Engine Oil Fill Cap 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir 5 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 Air Cleaner 7 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8 Engine Oil Dipstick 9 Radiator Pressure Cap 10 Battery 209 ...

Page 212: ...a paper towel or cloth then pushit back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip lower When to Add Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line then you ll need to add some oil But you must use the right kind This section explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see the Index under Capacitiesand Speci cations 3on t addtoomuch oil If your L eve1gets above the cross hatched i area...

Page 213: ...an use SAE1OW 30if it s going to be0 F 18 C or above These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 1OW 40or SAE 20W 50 Energy ConservingII Oils with these words onthe container will helpyou save fuel This doughnut shaped logo symbol is used on most oil containersto help you select the correct oil You should look for this on the oil co...

Page 214: ... 16 km The engine is at low speed mostof the time as in door to door delivery or in stop and go traffic You tow a trailer often Most trips are through dusty places The vehicle is frequently operated off road If any one of these is true for your vehicle you need to change youroil and filter every 3 000 miles 5000 km or 3 months whichever comes first If none of them is true change the oil every 7 50...

Page 215: ...n your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly throwaway clothing or rags containing used engineoil Used oil can be a real threatto the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all free flowingoil from thefilter before disposal Don t ever dispose ofoil by pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycleit by t...

Page 216: ...leaner off can cause you b1 ucllcrsto be burned The air cleaner not onlycleans the air it stops flameif the engine backfires If it isn t there andthe engine backfires you could beburned Don t drive with it off and be careful working onthe enginewith the air cleaner off tr cleanel backlire can cause a damaging engine f j And dirt can easily get into 7 Pqgine which will damagej lways have theair cle...

Page 217: ...lter 1 Loosen the two wing screws 2 Lift the aircleaner filter housing 3 Unsnap the two clips on the housing cover and removethe cover 4 Remove the air cleanerfilter from the 5 Install a newair cleaner filter and housing reverse steps 1 3 ...

Page 218: ... do it yourself be sure to followall the instructions here or you could get a false readingon the dipstick amage yourtransmission l y v ch can mean that someof the uid could comeout and fallon ot engineparts starting a fire BI sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmissionfluid Wait at least30 minutes before checkmg the transmission fluid level if you have been driving When outside...

Page 219: ...Then Without ShuttingOff the Engine Follow These Steps 1 Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipeit with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it backin all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the COLD area for a cold check or inthe HOT area or the cross hatched area for a ho...

Page 220: ...he Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant See the Index under Periodic Maintenance Inspections How to Check Lubricant If the levelis below the bottomof the fffler plug hole you ll needto add some lubricant Add enough lubricantto raise the level to the bottom of the fillerplug hole What to Use Refer to theMaintenance Scheduleto letermine what kind of lubricant touse See ...

Page 221: ...ricant to use See theIndex under Fluids Lubricants Engine Overheating The proper coolant for your Oldsmobile will Give freezing protection down to Give boiling protection upto 258 F Protect against rust andcorrosion Help keep the proper engine Let the warning lights and gages worl What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean water preferably distilled and one half antifreeze that meetsGM Specificat...

Page 222: ... have to add coolant more than four times a year have your dealer checkyour cooling system don t have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claimto improvethe svstem These can be could overheat The repair be covered by your much water inthe and crack the heater core and Adding Coo ant To Check Coolant e When yourengine is cold the coolant level shouldbe at ADD or a little higher When yourengi...

Page 223: ...Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it willburn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine Radiator Pressure Cap 105kPa pressure type cap1 t i must be tightly installed toprev coolant loss and possibleenginl damage from overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up w Thermostat Engine coolant temperatureis controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system The...

Page 224: ...ot the level shouldbe at the H C Y T mark When the engine compartment iscool the level should be at theFULL COLD mark What to Add Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use See the Index under Fluids Lubricants p Vhen adding power steering fluia making acomplete fluid change ways use the properfluid Failure use the proper fluid can cause Windshield Washer Fluid To Add...

Page 225: ... first is that the brake fluid goesdown to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear When new linings are put in the fluid level goes back up The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system If it is you should have your brake system fixed since a leak means thatsooner or later your brakeswon t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake ...

Page 226: ... Just look at the windows on the brake fluid reservoir The fluid levels should be above MIN If they aren t have your brake system checked to seeif there is a leak After work is done on the brake hydraulic system makesure the levels are above MIN and below the topof each window What toAdd When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid such as Delco Supreme ll GM Part No 1052535 Use new bra...

Page 227: ... the Index under Jump Starting Vehicle Storage I f you re notgoing to driveyour vehicle for25 days or more take off the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down Batteries have acid that can LAglode You can be badly hurtif you aren t careful See theIndex under Jump Starting for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt L kburn youandgastha...

Page 228: ...en handling and disposing of halogen bulbs Headlight Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb see the Index under Replacement Bulbs 1 Remove the four screws fromthe headlight retainer 2 Pull the headlight out and removethe 3 Unplug the headlight 4 Plug in the new bulb andput it in 5 Install the retainer to theheadlight 6 Install the screws retainer place ...

Page 229: ...he tab in whileyou turn the socket 5 Turn the bulb counterclockwiseto remove it 6 Put the new bulb into the socket and turn the bulb clockwise 7 Put the socket intothe light assembly and turn the socket clockwiseuntil it locks in place 8L Install the light assembly and screws 9 Close the tailgate Fog Light Bulb Replacement Don t change yourfog light bulbs unless you have the proper aiming equipmen...

Page 230: ... inflation pressures needed to obtain thegross weight capacityof your vehicle This is called theGVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo The CertificatiodTire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front andrear axles you need tog...

Page 231: ... heaviersuspensioncomponentsto get added durabilitymight not change your weight ratings Ask yourdealer to help you load your vehiclethe right way If you put thingsinside your vehicle We suitcases tools packages or lything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you haveto stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going that some of them When you carry s inside the vehicle l...

Page 232: ...ge If your vehicle comeswith the trailering package there is also a load rating which includesthe weight of the vehicle and the trailer it tows This rating is called the Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR When you weigh your trailer besure to include the weightof everything you put in it And remember to figure the weight of the people inside as part of your load Your dealer can helpyou determine...

Page 233: ...on your vehicle will show you how to r0ut e the belt your vehicle uses Air Conditioning Every now and then have your dealership check your air conditioning system to be sure it has not lost any cooling ability Ifyou think the systemis not working properly have your dealership check it out as soon as possible The air conditioning will not work when the temperatureis below 40 F 4 C Accelerator Contr...

Page 234: ...to lubricate them and what type of lubricantto use You should notuse penetrating oils because they could wash out the factory installed lubricant and cause the lock to bind De icers which contain alcohol could also washaway the lubricant so be sure to lubricate the lock after using a de icer of this type Tailgate MountedSpare Tire Carrier The spare tire carrier must be lubricated to keep it operat...

Page 235: ...n You could have an air out anda serious accident See the Index under Loading Bur Vehicle Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could causeserious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checkedwhen your tires are cold sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended press...

Page 236: ...ono If yourtires have too much ai overinflation you can get Bad handling Needless d e from road When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Don t forget your spare tire How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure Simply looking at the tires will not tellyou the pressure especially ifyou have radial tires which may look properly inflated even if they re underinfl...

Page 237: ... which it is fistend canmake wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel couldcome off and causean accident When you change a wheel remove any rust ordirt from places wherethe wheel attaches to the vehicle Inan emergency you can usea cloth or a paper towel 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 See the I d a under Changing a E ...

Page 238: ... vehicle will continueto have tires thatare designed togive proper endurance handling speed rating traction ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle If your tireshave an all season tread design the TPC number will be followed by a MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your t i v with those nothaving a TPCSpec n tber make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and ...

Page 239: ...m highest to lowest are A B and C They represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfacesof asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking straight ahead traction tests and does not include cornering turning traction Temperatu...

Page 240: ... balanced carefullyat the factory to giveyou the longest tire life and best overall performance In most cases you will not need to have your wheels aligned again However if you notice unusual tire wearor your vehicle pulling oneway or the other the alignment may need to be reset If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road your wheels may need to be rebalanced Wheel Replaceme...

Page 241: ... injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nutsfor replacement e wrong w L 1 CL J caw problems with bearing life bral Looling speedometer odometer might vehicle groundclearanc and tire cle nce to the b 1 ration headlight aim bum b ch q j a rilLl T hx s UsedReplacement Wheels APutting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You can t know how it s been used or how many miles it s...

Page 242: ... in a closedspace When you use anything in a container to clean your Oldsmobile be sure to followthe instructions And always open yourdoors or windows when you re cleaning the inside Never use these to clean your vehicle Gasoline Carbon Tetrachloride Turpentine Benzene Acetone Lacquer Thinner Naphtha Paint Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all...

Page 243: ...ted area only If you use them don t saturate the stainedarea clean the entire area immediatelyor it will set If a ring forms after spot cleaning Using Foam Type Cleaner on Fabric Vacuum and brush the area to remove Always clean a whole trim panelor any loosedirt section Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines Mix Multi Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container lab...

Page 244: ...egetable oils wax crayon tar and asphalt Carefully scrape off excess stain Then follow the solvent type Shoepolish wax crayon tar and instructionsabove asphalt will stain if left on a vehicle seat fabric They should be removed as soonas possible Becareful because the cleaner will dissolve them and may cause them to bleed Non Greasy Stains Like catsup coffee black egg fruit fruitjuice milk soft dri...

Page 245: ...he Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfacesof the instrumentpanel Sprays containingsiliconesor waxes may cause annoying reflections inthe windshield and even makeit difficult to see through the windshieldunder certain conditions Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry Do not bleach or dye safety L belts If you do it may severely weakenthem In a crash they might...

Page 246: ... The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water Clean the bladeby wiping vigorously with acloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water Wiper blades should be checked on a regular basis and replaced when worn Cleaningthe Outsideof Your Oldsmobile The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty depthof color gloss retention and d...

Page 247: ...cleaning brushes on them you could damagethe protective coating don t use an automaticvehic _ wash that has hard siliconcarbj cleaningbrushes These brushe can take off the Protective coati White Sidewall Tires Your Oldsmobiledealer has a GM White SidewallTire Cleaner You can use a stiff brush with it Weatherstrips These are places where glass or metal meets rubber Siliconegrease there will make th...

Page 248: ...icals from industrial chimneys andother foreign matter can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Use cleaners thatare marked safefor painted surfaces for these stains Finish Damage Any stonechips fractures or deep scratches inthe fnish should be repaired rightaway Bare metal will corrode quickly andmay develop into a major repair expense Minor chips and scratchescan be re...

Page 249: ...onscan create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaceson your vehicle This da magecan take twoforms blotchy ringlet shaped discolorations and smallirregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this Oldsmobilewill repair at no chargeto the owner the surfacesof new vehicles damagedby this fallout conditionwithin ...

Page 250: ...his label inside the glove box It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is Your VIN Its model designation Paint information A list of all productionoptions and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Add on Electrical Equipment r 1 on LLuu ally Llllllg electrical tc your Oldsmobileunless you rhl with yourdealer first Some electricalequipment...

Page 251: ...rmal links inthe wiring itself This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems To Remove the Access Panel 1 Remove the screw 2 Pull down and outon the access panel ook at the silver coloredband inside he fuse If the band is broken or nelted replace the fuse Be sure you eplace a bad fuse with a newone of the orrectsize To Installthe Access Panel 1 Put the accesspanel tabinto ...

Page 252: ... 250 Position INST LPS PWR ACC HORN DM IGN GAU BRAKE STOP HAZ TAIL LPS TURN BU HTR A C RADIO ECM B ECM I PWR WDO WIPER CRANK TRAILER UNDERHOOD CD PLAYER In linefuse Rating AMP 5 30 20 20 15 15 20 L5 25 15 15 10 30 25 3 30 4 10 Circuitry ...

Page 253: ...gHarness Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and 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 electrical problem have it fixed Power Windows and Other Power Accessories Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power windows andotherpower accessories When the current l...

Page 254: ...s are the same lfthe air conditioning systemin your vehicle needs refrigerant be sure theproper refngerant is used I f you re notsure ask your Oldsmobile dealer Engine Crankcase Withoutfilter 4quarts Withfilter 4 5quarts Fuel T a n k 20gallons 3 75 L 4 3 L 76 L Tire Pressures Sizes See CertificatiodTirelabel on driver s door Wheel Nut Torque 100 pound feet 140 Nom NOTE All capacities are approxima...

Page 255: ...ompression Ratio 9 1 l Firing Order 1 6 5 4 3 2 Thermostat Temperature Specification 195 F 91 C Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Element AC TypeAll63C EngineOil Filter AC Type PF 51 FuelFilter GF481 PCV Valve AC Type CV 892C SparkPlugs AC Type CR43TS Gap 0 045 inch 1 14 mm 2 5 3 ...

Page 256: ... Oil Supplement 1 E O S 254 APPLICATb Year round antifreeze for coolant mixtures Generalchassis lube etc Brakesystem Automatic Transmission Transfer Case Engine lubrication Limited Slip Differential Front Differential See your dealer for advice GM PART NUMBER 1052103 SIZE 1gal 3 8 L 12346003or 1052497 1052535 14 oz 397 g 16 oz 0 5 L 105 1855 32 oz 1 0 L 12345006 1 gal 3 8 L See theIndex under Engi...

Page 257: ...liconeLubricant APPLICATION Hood tailgate and door hinges Windshield washer fluid Power SteeringSystem Weatherstrips GM PART NUMBER General purpose silicone lubricant weatherstrim 1050017 1052884 12345579 SIZE 32 oz 1 O L 16oz 0 5 L 1 oz 28 g 1052276 aerosol 4 5 oz 127 g 1052277 12 oz 0 35 L 255 ...

Page 258: ... Replacement Bulbs OUTSIDE LIGHTS Back upL ghts FrontParking TurnSignalLights License Plate Light HalogenHeadlights Front Sidemarker Lights Stop Tail Turn Signal Lights Underhood Fog BULB 1156 2057 67 H6054 194 2057 93 11513798H3 ...

Page 259: ...ts Dome Lights Front Genter Rear GloveBaxLight Indicator Lights Turn Signal Indicators HeaterLight Windshield Wiper Switch Light CargoLight Instrument Cluster Illumination Ashtray Light BULB 1003 562 561 561 1003 174 174 161 194 194 28 168 194 ...

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Page 261: ...dsmobile Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance Haveyou purchased the GM Protection Plan The Plan supplementsyour new vehicle warranties See your Oldsmobile dealerfor details Maintenance Section 259 ...

Page 262: ...mmended maintenance procedures are important Improper vehicle maintenance or the removal of important components can significantly affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levelsor even the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to help keep your vehiclein good condition please maintain your vehicle properly ...

Page 263: ... service center do lesejobs Performing maintenance workon a vehicle canb dangerous In tryingto do somejobs you can seriously injured Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know how and theprop tools andequipmentfor thejob If you have anydoubt have a qualified techniciando the work If you are skilled enough to do some work on your vehicle you will probably want to get the servic...

Page 264: ...d and supportedservice people will performthe work using genuine GMparts These Schedulesare for vehiclesthat carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits You will find theselimits on your vehicle s Certification Tirelabel See the Zndex under Loading Your Whicle are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended unleaded fuel See the Zndex under Fuel Sele...

Page 265: ...outside temperatures are below freezing The engine is at low speed mostof the time asin door to door delivery or in stop and go traffic You operate your vehiclein dusty areas Youtow a trailer If any one or more of these is true for yourdriving follow Schedule I Schedule Il Follow Schedule11 only if none of the above conditions1s true ...

Page 266: ...ded idling and or frequent low speed operation as in stop and go traffic When towinga trailer When operatingin dusty areas Schedule I shouldalsobefollowec 1 the vehicleis used for delivery sel vice police taxior other commercial applications AnEmission ConrrolServtce TO BE SERVICED ITEM NO See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenunce Services following Schedules I and II WHEN TO PERFORM Miles kilomete...

Page 267: ...hedule for the first 60 000 miles 100 000 km should be performed after the first60 000 miles at the same intervals unless otherwise specified MILES 000 3 1 6 9 112115118121124127130133136139142145148151154157160 KILOMETERS f O 0 0 1 ...

Page 268: ...es Cant 266 ScheduleI1 Follow ScheduleIIONLY if none of the driving conditions specified in Schedule I apply ITEM NO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 TO BE SERVICED I WHEN TO PERFORM I See Explanation of ScheduledMaintenance 1 Miles kilometers or Months ...

Page 269: ...The services shownin this schedule for the fmt 60 000 miles 100 000 km shouldbe performed after the first 60 000 miles at the same intervals unless otherwise specified L 267 ...

Page 270: ...uides underbody contact points and linkage Lubricate the front suspension and steering linkage A n Emission Control Service The proper fluids and lubricantsto useare listed in Section D Make sure whoever servicesyour vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle ITEM NO 3 4 SERVICE Tire andWheel Rotation and Inspection F...

Page 271: ...ITEM NO 7 8 9 10 11 ...

Page 272: ...replace as needed Drive Axle Service Check readfront axle fluid level and add as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Locking Differential Drain fluid atfirst oil changeand refill Check fluid level and add as needed at subsequent oil changes In dusty areas or trailer towing applications drain fluid at every 15 000 miles 25000 km and refill More frequent lubricationmay b...

Page 273: ...ngine oillevel Check the engine oillevel and add the proper oilif necessary See the Index under Engine Oilfor further details Engine coolantlevel Check the engine coolant level in the coolant recovery tank and add the proper coolantmix if necessary See the Index under Coolantfor further details WindshieldwasherCheckthewindshieldwasherfluidlevelin the windshieldwashertankandaddtheproperfluid fluid ...

Page 274: ...Steering Column Lock 1 Be ou start be sure youhaveenoughroomaroundthevehicle 2 Firmly apply boththe parking brake seethe Zndex under Parking Brake if necessary and the NOTE Do not use the acceleratorpedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if itstarts 3 Try to start theengine in each gear The starter should work onlyin P Park orN Neutral regular brake If the starterworks inany other p...

Page 275: ...l Do this untilthe vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the P Park mechanism s holdingability Shift to P Park Then release all brakes Underbody Flushing for leaking Check readfront axle fluid level and addas needed Check constant velocityjoints and axle seals Drive Axle Service care to clean thoroughly anyareas where mud and other debris can collect At least every spring use plain wa...

Page 276: ...parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat buildup in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle Seethe Index under Engine Exhaust Inspect the throttlelinkage orinterferenceor binding andfor damaged or missing parts Replace partsas needed Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hosesfor proper hook up binding leaks cr...

Page 277: ...n alone or in combination withothers such as SGJCC SG CD or SF SG CC etc To determinethe preferred viscosity see the Index under Engine Oil A 50 50 mixture of water preferably distilled and good quality ethyleneglyco ase an GM PartNo 1052103or equivalent conforming to GM Specification 6038 Delco Supreme ll Brake Fluid GM Part No 1052535 or equivalent DOT 3 BrakeFluid Chassis lubricant meeting requ...

Page 278: ...SAE 8OW 90Gear Lubricant GM Part No 1052271 Lubricate with Multi Purpose Lubricant GM Part No 12345120 synthetic SAE5W 30engine oil or silicone lubricant GMPart No 1052276 or 1052277 Engine oil DEXRON IIEAutomatic Transmission Fluid GM Part No 12345881 Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade2 Category LB or GC LB or GM Part No 12346003or 1052497 or equivalent GMOptikleen Wa hlvent GM ...

Page 279: ...ents of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB Engine oilor Lubriplate Lubricant GM Part No 1050109 GM Part No 12346003or 1052497 or equivalent Weatherstrips Tailgate Mounted Spare TireCarrier if equipped Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 or equivalent Multi purpose lubricant meeting requirementsof GM PartNo 12345120 See the Index under Replacement Parts for recommended replacement filters...

Page 280: ...nd tothe 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 informationportfolio is a Performed column insert the numbers fromthe Schedule convenient place tostore them DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

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Page 282: ...MuintenanceSchedule SectionE Maintenance Record Cont DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED _ ...

Page 283: ...so tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects Customer Satisfaction Procedure 282 Customer Assistance for the Hearingor Speech Impaired 283 Reporting Safety Defects 286 Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program 287 Service Publications 288 BBB MediatiodArbitrationProgram 284 281 ...

Page 284: ...after contacting a member of dealershipmanagement it appearsyour problem cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contactthe Oldsmobile CustomerAssistance Networkby calling In Canada contact GMof Canada CustomerAssistance Center in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French In Mexico call 254 17 86 In Puerto Rico or U S Virgin Islands call 1 809 763 1315 In ...

Page 285: ...ranty booklet When contacting Oldsmobile please remember that your problem will likely be resolved in the dealership using the dealership s hcilities equipment and personnel That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a problem Customer AssistanceFbr the Hearing or Speech lmpaired To assist owners who have hearing difficulties Oldsmobile has installed special TDD Telecommunication...

Page 286: ...owever you may file a claim at any timeby contacting your local Better Business Bureau BBB at the following toll free number 1 800 955 5100 For hrther information about filing aclaim you may also write to BBB AUTO LINE Council of Better Business Bureaus 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington V A 22203 In order to file a claim you will have to provide yourname and address the vehicle identificat...

Page 287: ...rmation concerning the program call the BBB at 1 800 955 5100 Youmay also call the Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network Thisprogram mdy not be available in all states dependingon state law Canadian owners refer to your warranty booklet General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or to discontinue its participation in this program Some statesmay require thatyoufile a c...

Page 288: ...ada Box 8880 Ottawa Ontario K1G 352 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifyingNHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please callus at 1 800 442 6537 or write Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network P O Box 30095 Lansing Michigan 48909 In Canada please callus at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Mo...

Page 289: ...p take your requestfor an Oldsmobilecomputerized trip routing or simply answer anyquestionsthe Oldsmobiledriver may have about the coverage providedby your Oldsmobile Roadside AssistanceProgram The OldsmobileRoadside Assistance number is fully staffed andoperational 24 hours aday 365 days a year WhoIs Covered OldsmobileRoadside Assistance covers all 1993Oldsmobilevehicles Coverage isfor the Oldsmo...

Page 290: ...r servicing our products better Now you can get these bulletins too Bulletins cover various subjects Some pertain to the proper use and care of your vehicle Some describe costly repairs Others describe inexpensive repairs which if done on time with the latest parts may avoid hture costly repairs Some bulletins tella technician how to repair a new or unexpected condition Others describea quicker wa...

Page 291: ...form locatedin the following text Youmay get additional subscription ordering formsby calling the toll free number shown in the following text Pricessubject to change Individual PSP s If you don t want to buyall the PSP s issued by Oldsmobile for all models in the model year you can buy individual PSP s such as those which may pertain to a particular model To do this you will fxst need tosee our i...

Page 292: ...e to it that an indexis mailed to you There is no charge for indexesfur the 1989 1993 model years Toll Free Telephone Number If you want an additional ordering form for an index or a subscription just call toll free andwe ll be happy to send you one Automated recording equipment will take your name and mailing address The number to call is Copies at Participating Dealers Copies of indexes and indi...

Page 293: ...Indexes Mailed at no charge MODEL YEAR IQUANTITY 1993 Model Year 1992 Model Year 1991 Model Year I 1990 Model Year I 1989 Model Year Individual Product Service Publications PSP NUMBER sERv cE MONTHNEAR QUANTITY EACH I 1 I 4 00 2 oo 2 oo I 2 00 1 2 00 2 oo I I I 2 00 I 2 00 cirstitem per order is 4 each additional item is 2 I suBTOTAL SUBTOTAL 4 00 Orders cannotbe filled without appropriate numbers...

Page 294: ...9 Model Year with Binder 100 00 Subtotal Subscription Service Subtotal Service Publications From Front Total Order Price subject to change Mail Order Form and check or money order in U S funds payable to Lansing Lithographers P 0 Box 23188 Lansing Michigan 48909 Allow about 4 weeks for handling and mailing NAME Type or Print STREET ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP CODE 292 ...

Page 295: ...n orders C6ver pcjstag eand hand ingJ TO OrC T must remit US kind6 and add loifor each 8 erviceMqnu alto Chec kheretor fr80 order form for pastymodel Service Manuals PricB subjecit tactiange without prior n d i w LaniingLithographers P 0 Box2 3 1 8 8 Lansing Michigan48909 Allow about 4 weeks ha and mailing NAME Type or Print STREET ADDRESS C lTY STATE ZIPCODE L 293 ...

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Page 299: ... Adding 210 Disposing of Used Oil 213 Energy Conserving 211 PressureGage 92 94 When to Change 212 EngineOverheating 184 Engine Specifications 253 Engine Starting 50 Ethanol in Gasoline 204 Exhaust Dangerous Gas in 59 Parking with the EngineRunning 60 Expectant Mothers Useof Safety Belts 23 ExpresswayDriving 156 Extender Safety Belt 37 Exterior Appearance seeAppearance Care Fabric Cleaning Fan Warn...

Page 300: ...ights 67 High Low Beam Changer 68 Instrument Panel Intensity Control 68 On Reminder 67 Replacement Bulb 256 Wiring 251 Heater see Comfort Controls HighBeams 68 151 Highway Hypnosis 159 Hill and Mountain Roads 160 Hills Parking on 161 Hood Release 207 Safety Warning 208 Warning Overheated Engine 184 Horn 60 Hot Engine Safety Warnings 184 185 186 187 Hydroplaning 153 Heater Engine Block 52 213 Ident...

Page 301: ...eat 12 Methanol in Gasoline 204 Mileage Indicator see Odometer Mirrors ConvexOutside 78 Inside Manual Day Night 78 Power Remote Control 78 Visor Vanity 77 Mountain Driving 160 N e w Vehicle Break In 48 Night Driving 149 octane Requirements see Fuel Requirements Odometer and Trip Odometer 88 89 Off Road Driving 139 Oil Engine 210 Capacity 252 Disposing of Used Oil 213 PressureGage 92 94 Quality 211...

Page 302: ...ining Front Seatbacks 13 Remote Lock Control 42 Replacement Bulbs 256 ReplacementFuses 250 Replacement Parts 253 Replacing Bulbs 226 Replacing Safety Belts 37 Replacing Tires 236 ReplacingWheels 238 Restraints Child 28 RoadSigns 118 Color 118 Shape 119 Symbols 120 Traffic Lights 120 Your Own Signals 121 Roads HillandMountain 160 Rocking Your Vehicle 199 Rotation Tire 235 safety Belts 14 Adults 19 ...

Page 303: ... Audio System SpareTire 192 234 Inside Mounted 192 Tailgate Mounted 193 232 Spare TireCarrier 46 232 Spark Plugs 253 Speed Control seeCruise Control Speedometer 88 89 Stains Removing 242 Starting Your Engine 50 Starting Your Vehicle if the Battery is Dead seeJump Starting Steering In Emergencies 132 Off Road Recovery 133 Tips 131 Steering Wheel Tilt 61 Stereo Sound System see Audio System Storage ...

Page 304: ...ic Trip Odometer 88 8 9 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 62 Turn SignaUHeadlight Beam Lever 6 1 Cruise Control 63 Headlight High Low Beam Changer 68 Turn Lane Change Indicator 62 Turn Signal Indicator 62 Windshield Washer 70 Windshield Wipers 69 seeAutomatic Transmission Underhood Light 208 Unleaded Gasoline 203 Upholstery Care 241 Urban Driving 155 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 205 247 V...

Page 305: ...ndshieldWasher 70 Fluid 70 222 255 Windshield Wiper Replacement 228 WindshieldWipers 69 251 Winter Driving 163 Deep Snow 166 Blizzard 165 Wiper Washer Rear Window 71 WiringHarness Trailer 174 251 WreckerTowing 181 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in If You re Caught ina ...

Page 306: ...tane or higher See Page203 The Delco Freedom battery needs no water See Page 225 YJ Check and add coolantonly at the coolant recovery tank The fluid should be at themTLL HOT mark when the engine is warm See Page 2 s See Lertmcat re label on inside edgeo f UI LVCZ S door See Page 234 ...

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