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Summary of Contents for 1995 Achieva

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Page 3: ...ve a problem while driving such asa flat tire or overheated engine etc Service and AppearanceCare 6 1 Here the manual tells you how to keep your Oldsmobile running properly and looking good Maintenanc...

Page 4: ...mobile so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No 22595791 B First Editio...

Page 5: ...l that s in the manual and the pagenumber where you ll find it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautionsin this book We use a box with gray background and the word CAUTION...

Page 6: ...rranty and it couldbe costly damage But the notice will tell you what to doto help avoid the NOTICE When youread other manuals you might see I CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in differentcolorsor These me...

Page 7: ...r vehicle is driven DOOR LOCK UNLOCK FASTEN SEAT BELTS POWER WINDOW These symbols have todo with your lights SIGNALS ee TURN FOG LAMPS 0 These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WIN...

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Page 9: ...your Oldsmobile and how to use your safety beltsproperly You can alsolearn about some things you should not do with air bagsand safety belts Seats and Seat Controls This section tellsyou about the se...

Page 10: ...ce Manual Four Way Adjustable Seat Option There are two levers at the front of the seat The left lever adjusts the seat forward and back The right lever adjusts the angle of the front of the seat Lift...

Page 11: ...front or back lvlove the seat higher by holding the controlup Lower the seat by holding the controldown Rear Control C Raise the rear of the seat by holding the switch up Lower the rear of the seat by...

Page 12: ...But don t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving 1 4...

Page 13: ...eople get into the back seat Your seatback will move back and forth freely unless you come toa sudden stop Then it will lock into place There s one time the front seatsmay not fold without some help f...

Page 14: ...e seat will slide forward 0 After someone gets into the rear seat area move the right front seatback to its original position Then move the seat rearward until it locks To fold down the rear seat pull...

Page 15: ...Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in acrash If youdo havea crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and...

Page 16: ...Why Safety BeltsWork When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Supposeit sjust a seat on wheels Put someone on it 1 s...

Page 17: ...Get it up to speed Then stop thevehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it couldbe the windshield 1 9...

Page 18: ...panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop overmore distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make...

Page 19: ...and will be in more of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for salehas required the use of sa...

Page 20: ...First you ll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Was your Oldsmobile first sold...

Page 21: ...d automatic because you don t have to buckle up when youget intoyour vehicle And youdon t have tounbuckle when you get out Just get intoyour vehicle Then close and lock the door Adjust the seat to see...

Page 22: ...even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locksif there sa sudden st...

Page 23: ...he button on the buckle 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt acrossyou Don t let it get twisted 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it...

Page 24: ...What s wrong with this A The shoulderbelt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way 1 16...

Page 25: ...What s wrong with this 6 A The belt is buckled in the wrong place 1 17...

Page 26: ...What s wrong with this A The shoulder belt is worn under the arm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times 1 18...

Page 27: ...What s wrong with this L A The belt is twisted across the body 1 19...

Page 28: ...r Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system AIR BAG There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG The system checks the air bag s electrical...

Page 29: ...How the Air Bag SystemWorks Where is the air bag The driver s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel 1 21...

Page 30: ...cle damage is only one indication of this What makes anair bag inflate In a frontal ornear frontal impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is suddenly stoppin...

Page 31: ...need some new parts for your air bag system If you don t get them the air bag system won t be there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include the air bag module and possibly othe...

Page 32: ...es around your vehicle You don t want the system to inflatewhile someone is working on your vehicle Your Oldsmobile retailer and the 1995Achieva Service Manual have information about servicing your ve...

Page 33: ...egnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position Was your Oldsmobile first sold when new inCanada If it was a sticker on the...

Page 34: ...lap belt in a crash Rear SeatPassengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashesthan tho...

Page 35: ...to the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it issecure If the be...

Page 36: ...is applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under thelap belt If you slid under it the belt would applyforce at your abdomen This could cause serious or evenfatal inj...

Page 37: ...guides will provide added comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for small adults Thecomfort guides pull the shoulder beltsaway from theneck and head There is one guide for each...

Page 38: ...the interior body to remove the guide from it sstorage clip 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 2 Slide the guide under...

Page 39: ...then slide the guide ontothe clip Rotate the guide and clip inward and in between the seatbackand the interior body leaving only the loop of elastic cord exposed Center Passenger Position U Buckle th...

Page 40: ...r To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt 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 Safety Be...

Page 41: ...n That includes infants andall children smallerthan adult size In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while...

Page 42: ...ow that children aresafer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat unless the child is...

Page 43: ...top strap must be anchored according to Canadian Law Your retailer can obtain the hardware kit and install it for you or you may install it yourself using the instructions provided in the kit Use the...

Page 44: ...ions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed If the shoulder belt goes in fron...

Page 45: ...secure To remove the child restraint justunbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child pass...

Page 46: ...restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 2 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for thechild restraint 3 Secure the child in the child restraint as the instruction...

Page 47: ...y To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing aChild Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position U Was...

Page 48: ...earlier part about the topstrap if the child restrainthas one Your retailer can order the belt and attaching hardware and install the hardware for you It s free The special belt is GM Part No 12340286...

Page 49: ...please follow the instructions with it and these steps 2 Snap onehook of the infantkhild seat attaching belt near the floorat the doorside of the seat It will stay on the door ready to be rebuckledfo...

Page 50: ...y tilting the buckle and pulling it along the belt 5 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint 6 Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 7 R...

Page 51: ...slot in the latch plate 9 To make it tight pull the belt while you push down on the child restraint If the belt won t stay tight switch it end for end 10 Push and pull the child restraint in differen...

Page 52: ...n a safeplace in your vehicle so it won t fly around in a crash and injure someone 4 Remember to reattach the automatic belt again once the child restraint is removed Be sure it isn t twisted Larger C...

Page 53: ...er belt is very close to the child s face or neck Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upp...

Page 54: ...Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child sthighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash 1 46...

Page 55: ...u and just forthe seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it ismade to fit To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Checking Your Re...

Page 56: ...t be sureto do so Then the new belt will be there to help protect you in an accident You would see this labelon the belt near the latch plate 1 If belts are cut ordamaged replace them Collision damage...

Page 57: ...any standard and optional features on your Oldsmobile and information on starting shifting and braking Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is wo...

Page 58: ...ler or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep the tags in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using these tags NOTICE Your Oldsmobile hasa number...

Page 59: ...lock thedoor slide the down To unlock the door slide the locking lever locking lever There are several ways to lock and unlockyour vehicle From the outside use your key or Remote Lock Control if your...

Page 60: ...is running have that person use the manual or power lock When the door is closed again it will lock automatically when you move your shift lever out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N If you have a manual transa...

Page 61: ...u press the DOOR or UNLOCK button on the optional Remote Lock Control transmitter Rear Door SecurityLocks Your Oldsmobile is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from op...

Page 62: ...now how these security locks work and how to cancel the locks To Cancel the Rear Door Lock 1 Unlock the door from the insideand open the door from the outside 2 Use a key to move the lockall the way d...

Page 63: ...doors will lock when DOOR is pressed The trunk will unlock anytime when the vehicle symbol on the RemoteLock Control is pressed and the ignition is off If the ignition ison the trunk will unlockif th...

Page 64: ...ears You can tell the batteries are weak if the transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it s probably time toch...

Page 65: ...floor near the left sideof the driver s seat to release the trunk lid Make sure the lockout feature is not activated Lockout Feature Your remote trunk release may be equipped with a lockout featureto...

Page 66: ...emote Lock Control feature your vehicle is not equipped with the trunk lockout switch Convenience Net Option Your vehicle may have a convenience net You ll see it just inside the back wall of the trun...

Page 67: ...there areways you can help Key in the Ignition If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target f mjoy riders or professional thieves so don t do it When you park your Olds...

Page 68: ...glove box 0 Lock all the doors except the driver s 0 Then take thedoor key with you NOTICE Your modern Oldsmobile doesn t need an elaborate break in Butit will perform better in the long run if you fo...

Page 69: ...d or towed but never try to push start your vehicle A warning chime will sound if you open the driver s door when the ignition is off and the key is in the ignition RUN D This is an on position to whi...

Page 70: ...button in turn the key to the LOCK position Pull the key straight out NOTICE If your key seems stuck inLOCK and you can t turn it be sure itis all theway in If it is then turn the steering wheel left...

Page 71: ...cle is stopped Manual transaxle The gear selector should be in neutral Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine Your vehicle won t start if the clutch pedal is not all theway down that...

Page 72: ...ever have to have your vehicle towed see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damagingyour vehicle See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index To start your 3 1 Liter engine I Without pus...

Page 73: ...ur vehicle See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air i...

Page 74: ...before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the weather the kind of oil you have and s...

Page 75: ...Your automatic transaxlehas a shiftlever located on the console betweenthe seats PARK P This locks your front wheels It s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can...

Page 76: ...hifting Out of PARK P later in this section REVERSE R Use this gear to back up NOTICE Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicleis moving forward could damage your transaxle Shift to REVERSE R only afte...

Page 77: ...an be damaged So if this happens have your vehicle serviced right away Until then you can use SECOND 2 when you are driving less than 35 mph 55 kmk and OWRDRIVE 0 for higher speeds DRIVE D or THIRD 3...

Page 78: ...You may notice some variation in shift speed in SECOND 2 when accelerating or braking FIRST 1 This position gives you even morepower but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep...

Page 79: ...1 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal You can shiftinto FIRST 1 when you re going less than 20 mph 32 kmk If you ve come to a complete stop and it s hard to shift...

Page 80: ...to REVERSE R Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal NOTICE Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving coul...

Page 81: ...40 mph 64 km h 45 mph 72 km h If your speed dropsbelow 20 mph 32 km h or if the engine is not running smoothly you should downshift to the next lower gear You may have to downshift two or more gearst...

Page 82: ...release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down Pull the BRAKE RELEASE lever I NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may haveto replace them a...

Page 83: ...Models Only 1 Hold the brakepedal down withyour right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P position like this Hold in the button on the lever 0 Push the lever all theway...

Page 84: ...ift lever wasn t fully locked intoPARK P Torque Lock Automatic Transaxle Ifyou are parking on a h i l l and you don t shift your transaxle intoPARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too muc...

Page 85: ...t intothe gear you wish Press the shift lever button before moving the shift lever 3 Shift to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the vehicle andthen shift to the drive gear you want 5 Have the vehicle fixed as soon as...

Page 86: ...Burn Engine Exhaust A CAUTION Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Don t park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn smell It can cause...

Page 87: ...rk with the engine running But if you ever haveto here are some things to know Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you are parking on a...

Page 88: ...e second When the switch is held rearward for morethan one second and then released the window will go down all the way To stop the window while it is lowering press the switch then release To raise t...

Page 89: ...r the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheeland pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the leverto lock the wheel in place Turn SignaVMultifunctionLever...

Page 90: ...wer the lever until the green arrow startsto flash Holdit there until you complete your lane change The lever will return byitself when you release it A warning chime signal will come on if you have l...

Page 91: ...Side Marker Lamps Tai1Iamps 0 License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lamps Headlamps Rotate the switch up two positions to turn on Headlamps Parking Lamps Side Marker Lamps Taillamps 0 License Plate La...

Page 92: ...toward Headlamp High Low Beam Changer you To change the headlamps from low beam to high or high If your headlamps are off your high beam headlamps will turn on They ll stay on as long as you hold the...

Page 93: ...er speed for a long or short delay between wipes This can be very useful in light rain or snow Move the stalk to DELAY then rotate the inner band and choose the delay you want Rotate the inner band up...

Page 94: ...your windshield pull the stalk toward you until the washers begin When you release the stalk the washers will stop but the wipers will either stop or will resume the delay speed you were using before...

Page 95: ...s washer fluid Fill your washer fluidtank only 314 full when it s very cold This allowsfor expansion which could damage the tankif it is completely full Don t useradiator antifreezein your windshield...

Page 96: ...When you apply your brake or the clutch pedal the cruise control shuts off To Set Cruise Control 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON 2 40...

Page 97: ...ontrol at a desired speed and then you apply the brake or clutchpedal This of course shutsoff the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 k d h or more you can...

Page 98: ...ture will only work after you turn on the cruise control by pushing the SET button To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control There aretwo ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control Push in...

Page 99: ...Cruise Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition your cruise controlset speed memory is erased Instrument Panel Intensity Control IA lNTER OR 7 A LIGHTS You can brighten or dim...

Page 100: ...beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when 0 The ignition is on Push the button to turn the fog lampson When using fog lamps the parking lamps or low beam headlamps must be on Fog lamps will...

Page 101: ...ition is in the OFF or LOCK position Then start the vehicle The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake on a manual transaxle or shift out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N on an automatic transaxl...

Page 102: ...erior courtesy lamps will come on when you open the doors To turn on a reading lamp when the doors are closed press the button Press it again to turn off the lamp When any interior lamp trunk reading...

Page 103: ...nis turned on again battery power will be resupplied However under these conditions it will be necessary to reset the clock and audio system settings Inside Manual Daymight Rearview Mirror To reduce g...

Page 104: ...at and have a passenger adjust the mirror for you Power Remote Control Mirrors Option This selector knob controls both outside rearview mirrors Select the mirror you want to adjust by rotating the kno...

Page 105: ...Compartment r _ _ Glove Box Cup Holder The frontarmrest opens into a storage area for cassette tapes gloves etc To open it push in the button and lift the front edge To access the cup holder open the...

Page 106: ...n Holder Rear Seat Cup Holder The console provides space for holding a cup or soft drink You may also place coins in the appropriate slots in the coin holder To access the rear seat cup holder 8 1 1 3...

Page 107: ...t Hook Ashtray and Lighter Push downon the tab marked with a hangersymbol to fold downthe garment hook Lift the cover to reveal the ashtray To clean the ashtray lift it out by pulling up on the snuffe...

Page 108: ...king materials could set them on fire causing damage To use the lighter just push it in all the way and letgo When it s ready it will pop back by itself NOTICE Don t hold acigarettelighter in with you...

Page 109: ...rearor me swncnagain to openthe glass panel and the sunshade Press the switch again to stopthe panel in any position Press and hold the front of the switchto close the glass panel The sunshade can onl...

Page 110: ...mation System Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need t...

Page 111: ...n Lever Hazard Warning Flashers Switch Instrument Cluster Horn Windshield WiperNasher Stalk Center Vents Climate Control System Side Vent 11 Glove Box 12 AudioSystem 13 Lighter 14 Gear Shift Lever 15...

Page 112: ...is equipped with one of these clusters which includes indicator warning lights and gages that Standard Cluster are explained on the following pages Be sure to read them FASTEN BELTS HOT OIL y9 A1R BAG...

Page 113: ...Gage Cluster 2 57...

Page 114: ...ow that someone has probably tried to turn it back so the numbers may not be true You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can be set to the mileage to...

Page 115: ...cle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When oneof the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when o...

Page 116: ...t doesn t come on when you start your vehicle or stays on or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away Charging System Light WASH I...

Page 117: ...ate thenormal operating range Readings in either red warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical system Have your vehicle serviced immediately When your engineis not running but the ign...

Page 118: ...f the anti lock brake system warning light is flashing have the vehicle towedfor service See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light and Towing Your Vehicle in the Index If the warning light comes on the...

Page 119: ...arder to push Or the pedal may go closer tothe floor It may take longer to stop Have the vehicle towedfor service See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index If the anti lock brake system warning light stays...

Page 120: ...In Problems on the Road this manual shows what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index TEMP BRAKE WASH FLUID H N LOW COOLANT LEVEL AIR BAG 280 This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the...

Page 121: ...cle serviced as soon as you can Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light I LY SERVICE ENOINE SOON A computer monitors operation of your fuel ignition and emission control systems This ligh...

Page 122: ...nd stays on while you are driving check your various gages to see if they are in the warning zones Oil Pressure Gage Gage Cluster UP SHIFT CHECK OIL The oilpressure gage showsthe engine oil pressure i...

Page 123: ...gh oil The engine couldbe low on oil or could have some other oil problem Have it fixed immediately The oil light could also come on in two other situations 0 0 When the ignitionis on but the engine i...

Page 124: ...e Index If the light doesnot flash have thelow oil level sensor system repaired so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem I NOTICE The oil levelmonitoring system only checks oil level durin...

Page 125: ...ions per minute rpm NOTICE Do not run your engine at speeds in the red area or engine damage may occur Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is on When the indic...

Page 126: ...e or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank 0 The gage moves a littlewhen you turn a corner or speed up The gagedoesn t go back toE EMPTY when you turn off the ignition Low Washer Fluid W...

Page 127: ...Control System With this system you can controlthe ventilation and heating in your vehicle Your vehicle also has the flow through ventilation system describedlater in this section FAN The leftcontrol...

Page 128: ...s this temperature difference may bemore apparent than others HEAT This setting brings heated air through the heater ducts and some through the windshield defroster vents If you have the optional engi...

Page 129: ...el economy MAX Use for maximum cooling This setting recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle so it maximizes your air conditioner s performance and your vehicle s fuel economy NORM Use fornorm...

Page 130: ...do you could cutor damage the warming grid and the repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Flow Through VentilationSystem Your Oldsmobile s flow through ventilation system supplies outside air in...

Page 131: ...e a compact disc player Press SCAN to set the hour Press SEEK to set the minute If your system has a compact disc player Press SCAN to set the hour Press the left SEEK arrow to decrease minutes or the...

Page 132: ...the radio station frequency display when the radio is on Finding a Station AM FM Press the lower h o b to change between the AM and FM bands the digital display will display AM or FM and if the statio...

Page 133: ...each band may be preset by pairing pushbuttons 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET and within five seconds press any two adjacent pushbuttons atthe same time Whenever you press these twobuttons...

Page 134: ...he radio station frequency display when the radio is on or to change sides ofa tape when a cassette is playing Finding a Station AM FM Press the lower knob to change between the AM and FMbands the dig...

Page 135: ...justing the Speakers R L BALANCE The control ring behind the upper knob adjusts the lefthight speaker balance F R FADE The controlring behind the lower knob adjusts the frondrear speakerbalance Playin...

Page 136: ...time station and band Finding a Station AM FM Press the lower knob to change between the AM and FM bands the digital display will display AM or FM and if the station is in stereo FM ST will be displa...

Page 137: ...of the button for the factory preset level Thetreble level will appear on the display forapproximately ten seconds If a station is weak ornoisy reduce the treble Adjusting the Speakers R L BALANCE The...

Page 138: ...d hold to rapidly reverse the disc Release to resume playing FWD Press and hold to rapidly advance the disc Release to resume playing SCAN Press this button to sample each track for approximately ten...

Page 139: ...igit number and keep it in a 2 Turn the ignition to the ACC or RUNposition 3 Turn the PWR VOL knob to turn the radio off safe place Thisis your secretc ode 4 Press station preset buttons 1 and 4 at th...

Page 140: ...shows SEC the disabling sequence was unsuccessful and the numbers did not match the secret code If you lose or forget your code seeyour retailer Unlocking the System After a Power Loss When battery p...

Page 141: ...e your hearing adapts to it To help avoidhearing loss or damage Adjust the volume control tothe lowest setting Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any s...

Page 142: ...ectwhile cleaning Insert the cassette at least three times to ensurea thorough cleaning A scrubbing action cleaning cassette is available through your Oldsmobile retail facility You may use a non scru...

Page 143: ...s it might be by vandals you should replace it Check every oncein a while to be sure the mast is still tightened to the fender Rear WindowDefogger Antenna Option This particular rear window defogger a...

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Page 145: ...ety Belts in the Index Defensive driving really means be ready for anything On city streets rural roads or freeways it means always expect the unexpected Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are g...

Page 146: ...k alcohol There aregood medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what...

Page 147: ...r each within an hour the person s BAC would be close to0 12 percent A person who consumes food just before or during drinkingwill have a somewhat lowerBAC level There is a gender difference too Women...

Page 148: ...oderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There s something else about drinking and driving that many people don t know Medical research shows that alcohol in a pers...

Page 149: ...nd as long as two or three seconds or morewith another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehi...

Page 150: ...Anti Lock Brakes ABS Your Oldsrnobile has an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid I LOCK ANTI CHECK OABES This light on the instrument panel will come on briefly w...

Page 151: ...ke pressure faster than any driver could The computeris programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your compute...

Page 152: ...t the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when YOLIturn the front wheels If there s no traction inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction If you ve ever t...

Page 153: ...he object Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come overa hill and find atruck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly pulls out from...

Page 154: ...arily Passing another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same laneas oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in...

Page 155: ...ed up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn ttrying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance overyour shoulder and check the blind spot 0...

Page 156: ...d are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you st...

Page 157: ...ur headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the da...

Page 158: ...is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty glass makes lights dazzleand flash more than clean glasswould making the pupils of your e...

Page 159: ...nif your windshield wiper blades are in good shape aheavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It s wise to keep...

Page 160: ...that theycan actuallyride on the water This can happen ifthe road is wet enough and you re going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has littleor no contact with the road Hydroplaning doe...

Page 161: ...y map and plan your trip intoan unknown part of the city just as you would for across country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the...

Page 162: ...ave a clearview of the freeway as you drive alongthe entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the...

Page 163: ...ny distance at higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower thanyou actually are Before Leavingon a Long Trip Make sureyou re ready Try to be well rested If you must start when you re not...

Page 164: ...ust plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on t...

Page 165: ...e are sometips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable 0 0 Keep your vehicle in good shape Checkall fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts canwork ha...

Page 166: ...f a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like astalled car oran accident You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems Examples are long grades passing or no pass...

Page 167: ...grip and will need to bevery careful Include an ice scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a co...

Page 168: ...our anti lock brakes improve yourability to make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have the anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement Se...

Page 169: ...help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blank...

Page 170: ...d close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the fue...

Page 171: ...ile with the front wheels in contact with the ground or the automatic transaxle could be damaged 2 Set the parking brake 3 Turn the ignition key to OFF to unlock the steering wheel See Ignition in the...

Page 172: ...s 1 2 3 4 Set the parking brake Turn the ignition key to OFF to unlock the steering wheel and prevent the automatic door locks from locking Shift your manual transaxle to NEUTRAL N Release the parking...

Page 173: ...HOT ADD 4PS1128KPa SEE OWNER S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry The Tire Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the...

Page 174: ...er s door Ittells you the gross weight capacityof your vehicle called the GVWR Gross Vehicle WeightRating The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR...

Page 175: ...n quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going Towing a Trailer NOTICE Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty To pull a tra...

Page 176: ...e engine is required to operateat relatively higher speeds and under greater loads generating extra heat What s more the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirement...

Page 177: ...Customer Assistance Center P O Box 30095 Lansing MI 48909 In Canada write to General Motorsof Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Weight of the Trail...

Page 178: ...r or see LoadingYour Vehicle in the Index Then be sure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equi...

Page 179: ...ad you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a go...

Page 180: ...oft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal wellin advance Turn Signals WhenTowing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle has to have a differen...

Page 181: ...need to a lower gear Parking onHills You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goeswrong your rig could start tomove People can be injured and both your ve...

Page 182: ...TrailerTowing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Thingsthat are especially important in trailer operation are automat...

Page 183: ...w you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off Move the switch to the right to make your front and rear I I turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning fla...

Page 184: ...mobile by pushing or pulling it could damage yourvehicle evenif you have a manual transaxle And if you have an automatic transaxle it won t start thatway To Jump StartYour Oldsmobile 1 Check the other...

Page 185: ...he ignition on both vehicles Turn off all lamps that aren t needed and radios Thiswill avoid sparks and help saveboth batteries And it could save your radio NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could...

Page 186: ...re are some things you should know Positive will go to positive and negative will go to negative or a metal engine part Don t connect to or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe o...

Page 187: ...the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the deadbattery 9 Attach the cable at least...

Page 188: ...ad battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service 12 Remove the cables in reverse order toprevent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or any other met...

Page 189: ...s may not be correct Before you do anything turn on the hazard warning flashers When you call tell the towing service 0 0 0 0 0 That your vehicle cannot be towed from the front or rear with sling type...

Page 190: ...s steering column lock for this The transaxle should be in NEUTRAL N and the parking brake released Don t have your vehicle towed on the frontwheels unless you must If the vehicle must be towed on th...

Page 191: ...n this section 1 Attach T hook chains into the slots in the bottom of the floor pan just behind the front wheels on both sides NOTICE Do not tow with sling type equipment or fascidfog lamp damage will...

Page 192: ...age install a towing dolly and raise vehicle until adequateclearanceis obtained between the ground and or wheel lift equipment Do not attach winch cablesor J hooks to suspension components when using...

Page 193: ...or car carrier equipment additional ramping may berequired for car carrierequipment Use safety chainsand wheel straps NOTE The ignition must be in the OFF position to keep automatic door locks from lo...

Page 194: ...ing Engine Overheating You will finda coolant temperature gage on your Oldsmobile s instrument panel See Coolant Temperature Gage in the Index You will also find a low coolant level warning light on y...

Page 195: ...ur heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE 03...

Page 196: ...it s safe tolift the hood here s what you ll see A Coolant surge tank with pressure cap B Electric engine fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling don t do anything else until it c...

Page 197: ...electric engine fan is running If the engine is overheating the fan should be running If it isn t your vehicle needsservice How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven t found a problem...

Page 198: ...5 16...

Page 199: ...other parts So use the recommended coolant 1 You can removethe coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressurecap and upper radiator hose is no longer...

Page 200: ...hiss means there isstill some pressure left 1 A 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 3 Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mix up to FULL COLD or justabove the small...

Page 201: ...ch out for the engine fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the propermix to the coolant surge tank until thelevel reaches FUL...

Page 202: ...on then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout rem...

Page 203: ...he tire cover 2 Remove the wing bolt securing the compact spare tire and spacerby turning it counterclockwise Then lift off the spacer and remove the spare tire 3 Thejack and wheel wrenchare stored in...

Page 204: ...earest the flat tire Do not raise the vehicle yet Put the compact spare tire near you I NOTICE Raising your vehicle withthe jackimproperly positioned will damage thevehicle or may allow the vehicle to...

Page 205: ...here is enough room for the spare tire to fit Remove all the wheel nuts and carefully pry the wheel cover from the wheel if your flat tirehas one Then take off the flat tire 9 Kernove any rust or dirt...

Page 206: ...nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 11 Lower the vehicle by rotating the jackhandle counterclockwise Lower thejack...

Page 207: ...er on your compact spare tire It won t fit Store the wheel cover and wheel nut caps inthe trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced FNOTICE Wheel covers won t fit on your compact spare I...

Page 208: ...13 Store theflat tire in the compact spare tire compartment andsecure with the wing bolt and extension Store the jack and wheel wrench back in the foam tray provided 5 26...

Page 209: ...ed where you want Of course it s best to replace your sparewith a full sizetire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again I NOTICE Don t take your c...

Page 210: ...tire chainson your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking your vehicle to get it out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift b...

Page 211: ...GM trained and supported service people We hope you ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do someof your own servic...

Page 212: ...gasoline unleaded You ll see UNLEADED right on the pump And only unleaded nozzles willfit into your vehicle s filler neck Be sure the posted octane is at least87 If the octane is less than87 you mayge...

Page 213: ...depositsfrom forming in your engine and fuel system That helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly It s good for your vehicle and you ll be doing your part for...

Page 214: ...ickly 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 fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil comp...

Page 215: ...eldoor pull the fuel access handleon the floor by the driver s seat The remote fuel filler door release can help keep your fuel tank from being siphoned Always be sure the fuel door is closed and latc...

Page 216: ...obile in the Index When you put the cap back on t u r nit to the right until you hear at least three clicks NOTICE If you need a new cap be sure to get the right type Your retailer can get one for you...

Page 217: ...stell you how to check fluids lubricants and important parts underhood Hood Release To open the hood first pull the HOOD release handle insidethe vehicle Then go to the front of the vehicleand push th...

Page 218: ...6 8...

Page 219: ...6 7 8 9 10 Engine Oil Dipstick Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick if equipped Brake Fluid Reservoir Air Cleaner Hydraulic ClutchFluid Reservoir if equipped Battery Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir Po...

Page 220: ...ou ll see 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Power SteeringFluid Reservoir Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick if equipped Brake Fluid Reservoir Air Cleaner Battery Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir Engine Oil Dipstick...

Page 221: ...u get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground Turn off the engine and give theoil a fewminutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t...

Page 222: ...2 3L Quad 4 Adding Engine Oil 3100 V6 Adding Engine Oil 6 12...

Page 223: ...ge Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re through What Kind of Oil to Use Oils of the proper quality for your vehicle can be identified by looking forthe Starburst symbol The Starburst symb...

Page 224: ...W 30 if it s going to be 0 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 20W SO NOTICE Use only engine oil with the Amer...

Page 225: ...or colder If your vehicle has this option see Engine Coolant Heater in the Index What toDo with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your ski...

Page 226: ...a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine whichwill damage it Always have theair cleaner in place when you re driving To Check or Replace theAir Filter 1 Un...

Page 227: ...do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could geta false reading on the dipstick NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can damage your transaxle Too much can mean that some of...

Page 228: ...n the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gearrange pausing for about three secondsin each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P Let the engine run atidle for three to five minutes T...

Page 229: ...ur new vehicle warranty After adding fluid recheckthe fluid level as described under How to Check When the correct fluid level is obtained pushthe dipstick back in all the way Manual TransaxleFluid Wh...

Page 230: ...pstick even when the fluid level is several pints low 4 If the fluid level is where it should be push the dipstick back in all the way and flip the handle down If the fluid level is low add more fluid...

Page 231: ...our clutch master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid See Owner Checksand Services and Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index How to Check If you can see fluid inthe reservoir the leve...

Page 232: ...25M with a complete coolant flush and refill Use GM Engine Coolant Supplement sealer with any complete coolant flush and refill If you use this mixture you don t need to add anything else I I NOTICE I...

Page 233: ...If you need more coolant add the propermix at the surge tank but only when the engine is cool When replacingthe pressure cap make sure it is tight Surge Tank Pressure Cap NOTICE Your pressure capis an...

Page 234: ...rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be atthe FULL COLD mark Add enough fluid tobring the level up to th...

Page 235: ...nk is full NOTICE 0 0 0 0 When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Don t mixwater with ready to use washer fluid Water cancause the solutionto freez...

Page 236: ...level goes back up The otherreason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system If it is you should have your brake system fixed sincea leak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well...

Page 237: ...nd new pads are needed The sound may come and go or beheard all the time your vehicle is moving except when youare pushing on thebrake pedal firmly NOTICE 0 Don t let someoneput in the wrong kind of f...

Page 238: ...will adjust properly If your brake pedal goes down farther than normal your rear drum brakes may need adjustment Adjust them by backing up and firmly applying the brakes a few times Replacing Brake S...

Page 239: ...drive your vehicle for 25 days or more take off the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down Contact yourretailer to learn how to prepare your vehicle f...

Page 240: ...For the type of bulb see the Index under Replacement Bulbs 1 On the driver s side only unscrew the butterfly fasteners Then lift the plate Both Sides 2 Twist the lock ring clockwise 1 6turn and pull o...

Page 241: ...lamp housing Taillamp Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb see the Index under Replacement Bulbs 1 Pull back the trunk trim 2 Carefully pulltab A of the plastic taillamp bracket away from the center...

Page 242: ...ee your Oldsmobile retailer if you have any further questions Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways Here s how to remove the t...

Page 243: ...ade by a leading tire manufacturer These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers andtheir warranties are deliveredwith every new Oldsmobile If your spare tireis a different brand than your roadt...

Page 244: ...at Tire overloading Badwear Bad handling Bad fuel economy If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get Unusualwear 0 Bad handling Rough ride 0 Needless damage fromroad hazards ___ When to...

Page 245: ...ible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When it s Time forNew Tires and Wheel Replacement later in this section for more information The purpose of regular rotation i...

Page 246: ...ange a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places wherethe wheel attaches to the vehicle In anemergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper orwire brush later i...

Page 247: ...at are designed to give proper endurance handling speed rating traction rideand other things duringnormal service on your vehicle If your tires havean all season tread design the TPC number will be fo...

Page 248: ...traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking straight ahead traction tests and does not include cornering turning traction The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the...

Page 249: ...ling one way or the other the alignment may need to be reset If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving ona smooth road your wheels may need to be rebalanced Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel...

Page 250: ...s NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance t...

Page 251: ...ops Drivingtoo fast or spinning the wheels withchains on willdamage your vehicle Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a...

Page 252: ...a well ventilated area 0 If a ring forms after spot cleaning clean the entire often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn only If you use them don t saturate the stained area area immediate...

Page 253: ...ffee with cream chewing L I I I I cometic creams vegetable oils wax crayon tar and asphalt can be removed a s follows 0 Carefully scrape off excess stain Follow the solvent type instructions described...

Page 254: ...Leather Cleaner or equivalent product Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap For stubborn stains use a GM VinyVLeather Cleaner or equivalent product 0 N...

Page 255: ...ter using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax or other nuterial may be 011 the blade 01 windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon...

Page 256: ...er your vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Oldsmobile by hand may be necessary to remove residue from thepaint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from your r...

Page 257: ...aps chemicals chromepolish abrasive cleanersor abrasive cleaningbrushes on them because you could damage this coating After rinsing thoroughly a wax may be applied NOTICE If you have aluminum wheels d...

Page 258: ...can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with p...

Page 259: ...terials You can get these from your GM Parts Department Spray A Squeak Silicone Grease I Notrecommended for pigskin suede leather I See your General MotorsParts Departmentsfor these products See your...

Page 260: ...dentification Label You ll find this label on the bottom of your spare tire cover It s very helpful if youever need to orderparts On this label is your VIN 0 the model designation paint information an...

Page 261: ...ain fuse panel is located tothe left of the steering wheel under the instrumentpanel To open push forward on the tab and pull down Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken...

Page 262: ...UISE HDLP Circuitry Rear Window Defogger Gauges Warning Lights Horn Fog Lamps Chime Interior Lamps Automatic Door Locks Remote Lock Control Heater Air Conditioning Anti Lock Brakes ABS Daytime Running...

Page 263: ...ld wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats dueto heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical problem h...

Page 264: ...onvertel moreJZuid ma he needed ManuaI Transaxle 5 Speed Cooling System Complete Drain and Refill 2 0 quarts 2 3L Quad 4 10 4 quarts 9 8 L 3 1L V6 13 1 quarts 12 4L Not all air conditioning refrigeran...

Page 265: ...essures Sizes WheelNutTorque 15 2 gallons 57 5 L 1 00pint 0 50 L 2 25 pints 1 25L See Tire Loading Information label on driver s door 100 pound feet 140N m NOTE All capacities areapproximate When addi...

Page 266: ...004 High Beam 9004 Fog Lamps 885 Side Marker Lamps Front 194NA Rear 161 Stop TaiI Turn Signal Lamps 3057 TrunkLamp 906 Underhood Lamp 906 INSIDE LAMPS BULB Ashtray 161 Without Su11roof i68 With Sunroo...

Page 267: ...L V6 M V6 3 1 Liters 9 6 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 195O F 91 C Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Element Engine Oil Filter All engines AC Type A 1233C 2 3L Quad 4 AC Type PF 1225 3 1LV6 ACTypePF 47...

Page 268: ...NOTES 6 58...

Page 269: ...t Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keepyour vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper vehicle maintenan...

Page 270: ...what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your Oldsmobile retailer s service department or another...

Page 271: ...mobile retailer This part tells you the maintenance servicesyou should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your retailer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and sup...

Page 272: ...I Intervals I Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km or 3 Months Whichever Occurs First Engine Oil and Filter Change Every 6 000 Miles 10000 km or 6 Months Whichever Occurs First Chassis Lubrication At 6 000 Mile...

Page 273: ...very 30 000 Miles 50000 knl Tire Rotation Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection or every Cooling System Service or every 24 months Spark Plug Replacement except2 3L Code D engine Spark Plug Wire Insp...

Page 274: ...ermined that the failure toperform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful life We however urge that all recomm...

Page 275: ...nsion steering linkage and transaxle shift linkage orevery 6 months whichever occurs first Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotati on in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional inform...

Page 276: ...onths whichever occursfirst 0Lubricate the suspension steering linkage L I I DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICEDBY 15 000 Miles 25 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst...

Page 277: ...linkage and transaxle shift linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information DATE SE...

Page 278: ...trol Service Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and transaxle shift linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 27 000 Miles 45 000 km El Cha ngeengine oil and...

Page 279: ...re cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Sewice 0Replace spark plugs except 2 3L Code D engine An Emission Control Sewice 17Lubricate the suspension steeri...

Page 280: ...n Em issionControl Service I I ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICEDB Y 36 000 Miles 60000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the suspen...

Page 281: ...2 000 Miles 70 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the suspension steeringlinkage and transaxleshift linkage or every 6...

Page 282: ...re driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUALMILEAGE 48 000 Miles 80 000 km 0Change engine oil andfilter or every 3 months whichever occ...

Page 283: ...y or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such asfound in taxi police or delivery service If you do not useyour vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid andfilter do not...

Page 284: ...kage and transaxle shift linkage or every 6 months whicheveroccurs first 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation inthe Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information I l 1 ACTUAL...

Page 285: ...t in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure capand neck Pressure test the cooling systemand pressure cap An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the suspension steeri...

Page 286: ...000 Miles 110 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and transaxle shift linkage or every...

Page 287: ...000 km 0Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 72 000Miles 120 000 km CILubricate the suspension steering linkage and transaxle shift linkage...

Page 288: ...er if necessary An Emission Control Service 78 000Miles 130 000 km 0Change engine oil andfilter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the suspension steering...

Page 289: ...ission Control Service DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 84 000 Miles 140 000 km ClChange engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service ULubricate the suspen...

Page 290: ...y 6 months whichever occurs first 0Inspect engine accessory drive belt or every 24 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 24 months w...

Page 291: ...spect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation inthe Index...

Page 292: ...ission Control Service 0Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and transaxle shift linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first DATE SERVICEDB Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 99 000 Miles 165 000 k n 0Change...

Page 293: ...of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in...

Page 294: ...ty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be rec...

Page 295: ...Irs first DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 22 500 Miles 37 500 km Tr 3 Change engineoil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the suspension steer...

Page 296: ...the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service 0Replace spark plugs except 2 3L C...

Page 297: ...whichever occurs first 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 45 000 Miles 75000 km 0Change engin...

Page 298: ...do not use your vehicle Lmder m y OJ t se conditions thefluid andjilter not require changing Manual transaxle fluid doesn treuuirechanrre delivery service 52 500 Miles 87 500 km 0Change engineoil and...

Page 299: ...Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure capand neck Pressure test the cooling systemand pressure cap An Emission Control Service 0Replace spark plu...

Page 300: ...onths whichever occursfirst Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUALMILEAGE 75 000Miles 125 000 km 0Chan...

Page 301: ...iles 150 000 km 0Change engineoil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the suspension steering linkage and transaxle shift linkage or every 12 mon...

Page 302: ...cate the suspension steering linkage md transaxle shift linkage or every 12 n1ontIn whichever 0cc 11 s first uRotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation i n the Index for proper rotation pattcl nan...

Page 303: ...he outside temperature regularly t eaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or deli very service If you do not us...

Page 304: ...ails Engine Coolant Level Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mix if necessary See Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check the windshield was...

Page 305: ...vironment I move suddenly If it does you or others could be I 1 2 3 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle Firmly apply both the parlung brake see Parking Brake in the Index...

Page 306: ...Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever outof PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P your vehicle s BTSI needs service Steering Column Lock While parke...

Page 307: ...ning and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only Shift to PARK P Then release all brakes To check th...

Page 308: ...e complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which coul...

Page 309: ...052753or equivalent conforming to GM Specification 1825Mor approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M USAGE Coolant Supplement Hydraulic Brake System Hydraulic Clutch System Power...

Page 310: ...ase Pawl Chassis lubricant GM Part No 1052497 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGT Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB GM Optikleen Washer Solvent GM Part No 105lSlS or equivalent Hood and...

Page 311: ...ditional information from Owner Checksand Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio i...

Page 312: ...Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICEDBY MAINTENANCEPERFORMED 7 44...

Page 313: ...Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7 45...

Page 314: ...Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 315: ...esolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of your retail fxility management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level I...

Page 316: ...Lansing MI 48909 Canada Customer Assistance Center General Motorsof Canada Limited 1908Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L 1H 8P7 Refer to your Warranty andOwner Assistance Information booklet for addr...

Page 317: ...disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty To assist in resolving these disagreements Oldsmobilevoluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LTNE BBB AUTO LI...

Page 318: ...ts For further information contact the BBB at 1 800 955 5 100or the Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network at 1 800 442 6537 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe tha...

Page 319: ...ttawa OntarioK 1G 352 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situationlike this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 4...

Page 320: ...e provided by your Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program The Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance number is fully staffed and operational 24 hours a day 365 days a year Who Is Covered Oldsmobile Roadside A...

Page 321: ...product performance in the field When service methods are found which promote better service on GM vehicles bulletins are created to help the technician perform better service Serviceb lletins may inv...

Page 322: ...NOTES...

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Page 327: ...7 Antenna RearWindowDefogger 3 I7 Air Bag Alignment and Balance Tires 6 39 Antifreeze 6 21 Adding 5 15 6 23 Checking 6 23 Anti Lock 4 6 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 63 4 6 Anti Lock Brakes 4...

Page 328: ...12 BTSI Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock 2 20 29 7 38 Bulb Replacement FogLamp 6 32 Headlamps 6 30 Replacement Bulb Ch art 6 56 Taillamps 6 31 Canada Vehicles First Sold In 1 12 25 39 Canadian Roadsid...

Page 329: ...etting the 3 5 Clutch Adjustment 6 21 Vinyl 6 44 Clutch Hydraulic 6 21 Comfort Controls 3 1 Compact Disc Player 3 10 Compact Disc Player Care 3 16 Compact Spare Tire 5 27 Console Cup Coin Holder 2 50...

Page 330: ...Water 2 I7 Winter 4 22 With a Tsailer 4 35 Drunken Driving 4 2 Easy Entry Seat Elect ical Eyuipment Adding 2 16 3 IS 6 50 Adding 5 12 6 23 Checkmg 6 23 Heater 2 17 6 15 Low Coolant LevelWarning Light...

Page 331: ...Fluid CapacitiesChart 6 54 Fluids and Lubricants 7 4 1 42 Gage 2 69 Fuses and CircuitBreakers 6 51 I n Foreign Countries 6 4 G a g e Engine Coolant Temperature cage Clusters 2 64 G q e Fuel Std ancl G...

Page 332: ...Jump Starting 5 2 K e y Lock Cylinders 7 37 Key Release Button 2 14 Key Reminder Warning 2 13 Keys 2 1 L a m p Controls 2 35 Lamp Underhood 6 11 Lamps Daytime Running 2 44 Lamps On Reminder 2 36 Lane...

Page 333: ...Normal Replacement Parts 6 57 Maintenance Underbody 6 48 Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4 38 Schedule1 7 6 ScheduleII 7 26 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon 2 65 ManualFrontSeat 1 1 Man...

Page 334: ...e 2 26 Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 40 Passing 4 10 PowerDoorLocks 2 4 Power Remote Control Mirrors 2 48 Power Steering 4 8 Checking 6 24 PowerWindows 2 32 Pregnancy Use of Safety Belts 1 25 Pro...

Page 335: ...sition 1 31 DriverPosition 1 12 Extender 1 47 How to Wear Properly 1 12 Incorrect Usage 1 16 17 18 19 45 46 LapBelt 1 32 Lap Shoulder 1 27 Rear Comfort Guides 1 29 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Position...

Page 336: ...peedometer Std and Gage Cluster 2 58 Split Fold Down Seat 1 6 Stains Cleaning 6 43 Starter Switch 7 37 Starting Your Engine 2 3Liter 2 15 3 1Liter 2 16 Autolnatic Transaxle 2 IS Manual Transaxle 2 I5...

Page 337: ...hains 4 35 Towing a Trailer 4 31 Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires 4 34 Turnsignals 4 36 Weightof a Trailer 4 33 TransaxleFluid Automatic 6 17 TransaxleFluid Manual 6 19 TripOdometer 2 58 TrunkLamp...

Page 338: ...WheelReplacement Used 6 40 WindowLock 2 32 Window AutoDown 2 32 Washing YourVehicle 6 46 Weatherstrips 6 45 Windows 2 32 Windows Power 2 32 Windshield Waher Fluid 2 38 6 25 WindshieldWashers 2 38 Wind...

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