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CAUTION:

Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a
vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much

until a

crash. During a crash a baby will become so
heavy you can’t hold it. For example, in a crash

CAUTION: (Continued)

at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12

lb. (5.5 kg) baby

will suddenly become a 240

lb. (110 kg) force on

your arms. The baby would be almost impossible
to hold.

Secure the baby in an infant restraint.

Summary of Contents for 1999 88

Page 1: ...ferent conditions 5 1 Problems on the Road This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc 6 1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good 7 1 Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use 8 1...

Page 2: ...ision whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle 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 We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propriétaires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de...

Page 3: ...the manual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do...

Page 4: ... something that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE ...

Page 5: ...symbols have to do with your lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIELD WASHER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER VENTILATING FAN These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights ENGINE COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM BRAKE COOLANT ENGINE OIL ...

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Page 7: ...estions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 10 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 10 Driver Position 1 17 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 18 Right Front Passenger Position 1 18 Supplemental Restraint System SRS 1 25 Center Passenger Position 1 26 Rear Seat Passengers 1 30 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 32 Children 1 35 Child Restraints 1 47 Lar...

Page 8: ...ake you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Pull up on the control bar under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it Then release the bar and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place Power Seat If Equipped To adjust the power seat read the following instructions Seat Co...

Page 9: ... the switch back Seatback Control B Tilt the seatback forward by holding the switch forward Tilt the seatback backward by holding the switch back Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the passenger s side seatback lift the lever on the outer side of the seat and move the seatback to where you want it Release the lever to lock the seatback Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to an upright posit...

Page 10: ...rash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Head Restra...

Page 11: ... belt your injuries can be much worse You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people r...

Page 12: ...few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts ...

Page 13: ...yellowblue 1 7 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop ...

Page 14: ...yellowblue 1 8 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel ...

Page 15: ...y belt even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety belts A Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of the...

Page 16: ...o Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see the part of this manual called Children Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you ll want to know which restraint systems...

Page 17: ...le to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go ov...

Page 18: ...e desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the bottom of the release handle After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without squeezing the release handle to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not fallin...

Page 19: ...r belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body ...

Page 20: ...TION You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you ...

Page 21: ...ou can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen ...

Page 22: ... is twisted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it ...

Page 23: ...door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy ...

Page 24: ...raint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again If your vehicle has a center passenger position be sure to use the correct buckle when buckling your lap shoulder belt If you find that the latch plate will not go fully into the buckle see if you are using the buckle for the center passenger position Supplemental Restraint System SRS This part explains the...

Page 25: ... t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear side or low speed frontal crashes And for unrestrained occupants Next Generation air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there s an air bag for that person CAUTION Air bags inflate with great force faster tha...

Page 26: ...stem is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Children and see the caution labels on the sunvisors and the right front passenger s safety belt There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the words AIR BAG The...

Page 27: ...blue 1 21 How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side ...

Page 28: ...o that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damag...

Page 29: ...me The parts of the bag that come into contact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the driver from seeing or from being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an air bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause brea...

Page 30: ...g or higher or if water enters your vehicle and soaks the carpet the air bag controller can be soaked and ruined If this ever happens and then you start your vehicle the damage could make the air bags inflate even if there s no crash You would have to replace the air bags as well as the sensors and related parts If your vehicle is ever in a flood or if it s exposed to water that soaks the carpet y...

Page 31: ...service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Center Passenger Position Lap Belt If your vehicle has front and rear bench seats someone can sit in the center positions If your vehicle has a front split seat and a rear bench seat someone can sit in the center positions When you sit in a center seating p...

Page 32: ...button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to Rear Seat Passengers 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 crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in...

Page 33: ... s how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks ...

Page 34: ...ate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part ...

Page 35: ...en 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 locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could incre...

Page 36: ... pulls the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here s how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the...

Page 37: ...t The elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 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 ...

Page 38: ...ult size Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints 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 in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be se...

Page 39: ...hild small enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint Infants need complete support including support for the head and neck This is necessary because an infant s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a frontal crash an infant in a rear facing restraint settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across ...

Page 40: ...il a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint ...

Page 41: ...es When selecting a child restraint take into consideration not only the child s weight and size but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used An infant car bed A is a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle It s an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface With an infant car bed make...

Page 42: ...restraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs 9 kg and about one year of age This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant s head neck and body can have the support they need in a frontal crash Some infant seats come in two parts the base stays secured in the vehicle and the seat part is removable ...

Page 43: ...These forward facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18 kg and about 26 to 40 inches 66 to 102 cm in height or up to around four years of age One type a convertible restraint is designed to be used either as a rear facing infant seat or a forward facing child seat ...

Page 44: ...bs 18 to 27 kg and about four to eight years of age It s designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Booster seats with shields use lap only belts however booster seats without shields use lap shoulder belts Booster seats can also help a child to see out the window ...

Page 45: ...cement copy from the manufacturer Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer 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 Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here s why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be s...

Page 46: ...ck as it will go It s better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Top Strap If your child restraint has ...

Page 47: ... You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the...

Page 48: ...u ever had to 5 To tighten the belt pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure ...

Page 49: ...nstructions say CAUTION A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger air bag if it inflates even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat It s always better to secure a child restraint in the rear seat You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the ri...

Page 50: ...ld restraint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To tighten the belt pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tig...

Page 51: ...ext Generation frontal air bags This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in the rear seat Although a rear seat is a safer place you can secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child ...

Page 52: ...estraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock ...

Page 53: ... to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle 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 passenger Larger Children Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle s safety belts If you have the choice a child should sit next to a window so the child can ...

Page 54: ...st be used by only one person at a time Q What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A 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 upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is ...

Page 55: ...e belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash ...

Page 56: ...orn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you ve had a crash do you need new belts After a very minor co...

Page 57: ...eft 2 16 PASS KeyR II 2 17 New Vehicle Break In 2 18 Ignition Positions 2 20 Starting Your Engine 2 21 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 22 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 26 Parking Brake 2 27 Shifting Into PARK P 2 30 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 31 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 31 Engine Exhaust 2 32 Running Your Engine While You re Parked 2 33 Windows 2 34 Tilt Wheel 2 34 Turn Signal Multifunc...

Page 58: ...n a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with children ...

Page 59: ...that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep the plugs or key tag in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using these plugs or tags If your ignition keys don t have plugs or tags go to your dealer for the correct key code if you need a new ignition key NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of features that can help prevent theft B...

Page 60: ...s properly lock your doors and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your door key or remote lock control transmitter if your vehicle has this option To lock the door from the inside slide the locking lever down To unlock the door slide the locking lever up Power Door Locks With power door locks you ca...

Page 61: ...your doors manually before driving to increase occupant safety Mode 1 All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK P No automatic door unlock Mode 2 All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK P Only the driver s door automatically unlocks when shifted into PARK P Mode 3 All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK P All doors automatically unlock when shifted into PARK...

Page 62: ...ned before this the five second timer will reset itself once all the doors have been closed again Pressing the door lock switch or the remote lock control LOCK button a second time within two seconds will override this feature Personalization Programming The delayed locking feature can be turned on or off for each driver s remote lock control transmitter To turn the feature on 1 Press and hold LOC...

Page 63: ...ure is now on 3 Release the power door lock switch To turn the feature off repeat the previous procedures Rear Door Security Lock Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the inside To Use One of These Locks 1 Open one of the rear doors 2 Move the lever all the way up to the ENGAGED position 3 Close the doo...

Page 64: ...ockout Feature The power door locks will not work if the key is left in the ignition with the driver s door open You can override this feature by holding the power door lock switch on the driver s door for more than three seconds unless the engine is running Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle take your keys open your door and set the locks from the inside Then get out and close th...

Page 65: ... system If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work try this D Check to determine if battery replacement or resynchronization is necessary See the instructions that follow D Check the distance You may be too far from your vehicle You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather D Check the location Other vehicles or objects ...

Page 66: ...Locking This feature lets the driver delay the actual locking of the vehicle When all doors have been closed the doors will lock automatically after five seconds For more detailed information and programming instructions refer to the Index for each individual feature listed Security Feedback This provides feedback to the driver when the vehicle receives a command from the remote lock control trans...

Page 67: ... for only the transmitter used to change this setting The procedure will need to be repeated for the second transmitter Matching Transmitter s To Your Vehicle Each remote lock control transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with ...

Page 68: ...ime to change the battery NOTICE When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter For battery replacement use one DuracellR battery type DL 2032 or a similar type To replace the battery 1 Insert a coin into the notch near the key ring Turn the coin counterclockwise to separate the two halves of the ...

Page 69: ...system has been resynchronized the horn will chirp and the exterior lamps will flash once The system should now operate properly Trunk CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other c...

Page 70: ...nk release switch in the glove box allows you to secure items in the trunk Move the trunk release switch to OFF lock the glove box and take the key with you Now the trunk release button on the left of the steering column will not open the trunk To allow the trunk release switch to operate again move the trunk release switch to ON Trunk Security Override If Equipped The remote lock control transmit...

Page 71: ...l will be locked and so will your ignition and transaxle And remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area or take them with you Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle it s best to lock it up and take your keys But what if you h...

Page 72: ...hicle will not start This discourages someone from randomly trying different keys with different resistor pellets in an attempt to make a match The ignition key must be clean and dry before it s inserted in the ignition or the engine may not start If the engine does not start and the SECURITY light is on the key may be dirty or wet Turn the ignition off Clean and dry the key Wait about three minut...

Page 73: ...ion key see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key II to have a new key made In an emergency call the Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Center at 1 800 442 OLDS 6537 In Canada call 1 800 268 6800 New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your vehicle doesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines D Don t drive at any one speed fast or slow ...

Page 74: ...killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in the vehicle with children With the ignition key in the ignition switch you can turn the switch to five positions ACCESSORY A In this position you can operate your electrical power accessories Press in the ignition switch as you turn the top of it toward you ...

Page 75: ... your electrical power accessories and to display some instrument panel warning lights START E This position starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch will return to RUN for normal driving Note that even if the engine is not running the positions ACCESSORY and RUN are on positions that allow you to operate your electrical accessories such as the radio NOTICE If y...

Page 76: ...t to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transaxle Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped Starting Your 3800 Series II V6 Engine 1 Without pushing the accelerator pedal turn your ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm NOTICE Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a t...

Page 77: ...engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly If you ever have to have your vehicle towed see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle See Towing Y...

Page 78: ...tension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was 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 outside temperature the kind of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list everything here we ask that y...

Page 79: ... Index Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has a brake transaxle shift interlock You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is on If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P and also release the shift lever button on floor shift conso...

Page 80: ...N with the engine racing isn t covered by your warranty AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE B This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re D Going less than about 35 mph 55 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down D Going about 35 mph 55 km h or more push the accelerator pedal all the way down You ll shift down to the next gear and have more power NOTICE If your veh...

Page 81: ...lp control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on NOTICE Don t drive in SECOND 2 for more than 5 miles 8 km or at speeds over 55 mph 90 km h or you can damage your transaxle Use AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE B or THIRD 3 as much as possible Don t shift into SECOND 2 unless you are going slower than 65 mph 105 km h or you can damage your engi...

Page 82: ...amage the transaxle Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in position on a hill Parking Brake To set the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on and a single chime may be heard If you start to drive with the parking brake set the b...

Page 83: ...nd you could also damage other parts of your vehicle If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill see Towing a Trailer in the Index That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving Shifting Into PARK P CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have lef...

Page 84: ... set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P like this D Pull the lever toward you D Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 Turn the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P ...

Page 85: ...ould move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and your parking brake ...

Page 86: ...ur regular brakes Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued can move suddenly You or others could be injured If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Your vehicle has a brake transaxle shift interlock You have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN See Automa...

Page 87: ... unconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if D Your exhaust system sounds strange or different D Your vehicle gets rusty underneath D Your vehicle was damaged in a collision D Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris D Repairs weren t done correctly D Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exha...

Page 88: ...th the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be...

Page 89: ...ssing the switch rearward and releasing it immediately To stop the window while it is lowering press the switch again then release To raise the window hold the switch forward Window Lock Press the right side of the WINDOW LOCK switch to disable all passenger window switches The driver s window controls will still be operable This is a useful feature when you have children as passengers Press the l...

Page 90: ... wheel into place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever D Turn and Lane Change Signals D Headlamp High Low Beam Changer D Flash To Pass Feature D Windshield Wipers and Washer D Cruise Control Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward for right and two downward for left positions These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up o...

Page 91: ... to make sure they are working Turn Signal On Chime If your turn signal is left on for more than 3 4 of a mile 1 2 km a chime will sound at each flash of the turn signal To turn off the chime move the turn signal lever to OFF Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam or high beams to low beam pull the turn signal lever toward you Then release it When the hig...

Page 92: ...the wipers turn the band to OFF The wiper speed may be set for a long or short delay between wipes This can be very useful in light rain or snow Turn the band to choose the delay time The closer to LO the shorter the delay Heavy snow or ice can overload your wiper motor A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload Keep in mind that damaged wipe...

Page 93: ...d is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision If the fluid in the windshield washer reservoir is low vehicles with the optional reminder package have a LOW WASH light in the instrument cluster that will illuminate See Low Washer Fluid Warning Light in the Index Cruise Control With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more w...

Page 94: ... to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage See Traction Control System in the Index When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may turn the cruise control back on Setting Cruise Control CAUTION If you leave your cruise control switch on when you re not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don t want to You could be startled and ev...

Page 95: ...briefly and then release it Each time you do this your vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster The accelerate feature will only work after you have set the cruise control speed by pushing the SET button Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control D Push in the button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you wan...

Page 96: ...tton to turn on the following D Parking Lamps D Sidemarker Lamps D Taillamps D Instrument Panel Lights Push the button again to turn off all the lamps and lights Press this button to turn on D Headlamps D Parking Lamps D Sidemarker Lamps D Taillamps D Instrument Panel Lights Push the button again to turn off all the lamps and lights Lamps On Reminder If you open the driver s door while leaving the...

Page 97: ...ed either When it s dark enough outside your low beam headlamps will change to full brightness The other lamps that come on with your headlamps will also come on When it s bright enough outside the regular lamps will go off and your low beam headlamps change to the reduced brightness of DRL To idle your vehicle with the DRL off shift the transaxle into PARK P The DRL will stay off until you shift ...

Page 98: ... for your fog lamps to work Twilight Sentinel R Turn the Twilight Sentinel switch to the right from OFF At night you can turn off all exterior lamps when you are in PARK P by moving the Twilight Sentinel control all the way to OFF If it was on OFF move the control to the right to turn it on then back to OFF The lamps will come back on when you put the transaxle in gear ...

Page 99: ...o on They make it easy for you to enter and leave the car To turn on these lamps rotate the INTERIOR control dial all the way to the right Illuminated Entry System If Equipped When you lift the handle of either front door or press the UNLOCK button on the optional remote lock control transmitter lamps inside your vehicle will turn on These lamps will turn off after about one minute These lamps wil...

Page 100: ...is active Parade Dimming This feature prohibits the dimming of your instrument panel displays during daylight while your headlamps are on This feature operates with the light sensor for the Twilight Sentinel and is fully automatic When the light sensor reads darkness outside you will be able to dim your instrument panel displays once again Front Reading Lamps These lamps and the interior courtesy ...

Page 101: ...amps if any are left on for more than 10 minutes when the ignition is off or if a door is left open This will keep your battery from running down Mirrors Inside Day Night Manual Rearview Mirror When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your car Grip the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side The day night adjustment ...

Page 102: ... day to night positions while driving under lights and through traffic The mirror also includes an eight point compass display in the upper right corner of the mirror face When on the compass automatically calibrates as the vehicle is driven When cleaning the mirror use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause...

Page 103: ... character boxes for approximately two seconds After two seconds the mirror will display the compass heading If after two seconds the display does not show a compass heading N for North for example there may be a strong magnetic field interfering with the compass Such interference may be caused by a magnetic antenna mount magnetic note pad holder or a similar magnetic item Compass Calibration If t...

Page 104: ...sted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance 1 Press and hold the COMPASS button located at the bottom of the mirror until a zone number appears in the display 2 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 3 Press the COMPASS button on the bottom of the mirror until the new zone number appears in the di...

Page 105: ...ide mirror sit in the driver s seat and have a passenger adjust the mirror for you Power Remote Control Mirrors If Equipped A control lever on the driver s door controls both outside rearview mirrors Turn the lever to LT left to select the driver s side rearview mirror or to RT right to select the passenger s side rearview mirror Then push the lever in the direction of the desired movement to adju...

Page 106: ...r right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Storage Compartments Glove Box Use the door key to lock and unlock the glove box To open lift the latch release on the left side of the glove box door Map Pocket The storage compartments are located on each front door Front Storage Armrest The front armrest opens into a storage area To open it lift the front edge I...

Page 107: ...for cassettes compact discs and coins In front of the storage area is a cupholder Press and release the cupholder cover to open Do not try to pull it out Push the cupholder forward to lock it when in use Press the cupholder back to its recessed position when not in use Your vehicle may have a rear storage armrest with cupholders Lift the rear of the armrest to reveal the storage space ...

Page 108: ...te lighter To clean the ashtray open it completely and then lift the metal tray out To clean the rear ashtray open it push down on the snuffer and pull the ashtray out NOTICE Don t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays If you do cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire causing damage To use a lighter just push the center in all the way and let it go When it i...

Page 109: ...ur vehicle is equipped with a floor console the accessory power outlet is located on the right side of the console at the bottom For vehicles not equipped with a console the accessory power outlet is located inside the ashtray on the instrument panel With the ignition key turned to ON the accessory power outlet can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone CB radio etc F...

Page 110: ...yellowblue 2 54 The Instrument Panel Your Information System ...

Page 111: ...ent Cluster Gages F Horn G Ignition Switch H Gearshift Lever I Climate Controls J Hood Release K Driver s Side Fuse Panel under the instrument panel L Fog Lamp Switch If Equipped M Trunk Release Switch N Hazard Warning Flashers Switch O Traction Control Switch If Equipped P Ashtray Cigarette Lighter and Accessory Power Outlet Q Audio System R Glove Box S Air Outlet ...

Page 112: ...ce 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 to drive safely and economically Your vehicle is equipped with this instrument panel cluster which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages ...

Page 113: ...d Trip Odometer Your trip odometer tells how far you have driven in either miles or kilometers since you last reset it Press the E M English Metric button on the left side of the instrument cluster to switch the display between miles and kilometers The trip odometer is displayed by pressing the TRIP button To reset it to zero press TRIP to display the trip odometer then hold the button for about t...

Page 114: ...to do about it Please follow this manual s advice Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous So please get to know your warning lights and gages They re a big help Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for about 70 se...

Page 115: ... it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with the electrical charging system It could indicate that you have a generator problem or another electrical system problem Have it checked right away 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 cli...

Page 116: ...king brake If the light and chime stay on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system the light s will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light stays on turn the ignition to OFF Or if the light comes on when you re driving stop as soon as po...

Page 117: ...d to the right of the steering column the warning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on press the button again The warning light should go off See Traction Control System in the Index for more information D If there s a brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on If your brake...

Page 118: ...imiting wheel spin Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the red warning zone on your instrument cluster your engine is too hot It means your engine coolant has overheated A warning chime may also sound If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and tu...

Page 119: ...s also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty NOTICE Modifications made to the engine t...

Page 120: ...being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still ...

Page 121: ...uipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Engine Oil Level Warning Light When the CHECK OIL warning light comes on it indicates that the engine oil level is 1 to 1 1 2 quarts 0 95 L to 1 4 L low A warning chime may also sound The warning light will come on for two to four seconds when the ignition is turned on as a bulb check to show you it i...

Page 122: ...ers ask about None of these show a problem with your fuel gage D At the service station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads F FULL D It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank D The gage moves a little when you...

Page 123: ...ndow Defogger 3 5 Ventilation System 3 6 Audio Systems 3 6 Setting the Clock 3 7 AM FM Stereo 3 9 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 13 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 18 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 20 Understanding Radio Reception 3 20 Tips About Your Audio System 3 21 Care of Your Cassett...

Page 124: ...h the upper instrument panel outlets UPPER This setting directs airflow through the upper instrument panel outlets Some airflow will be directed through the lower outlets BI LEV This setting directs air into your vehicle two ways Cool air is directed to the upper portion of your body through the upper instrument panel outlets while warmed air is directed to the lower outlets Some airflow will be d...

Page 125: ... escape This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down and also reduces the time the air conditioner s compressor will have to run which should help fuel economy Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best For a quick cool down on very hot days use the RECIRC setting Press the A C button and if the A C indicator light is not on press the A C button a second...

Page 126: ...gger is operating The defogger will turn off automatically after about 10 minutes of use If you turn it on again the defogger will operate for about only five minutes You can also turn off the defogger by turning the ignition to OFF or pressing the rear defogger button on your system again Do not attach a temporary vehicle license across the defogger grid on the rear window NOTICE Do not try to cl...

Page 127: ...e has air outlets that allow you to adjust the direction and amount of airflow inside the vehicle Increase or reduce the amount of airflow by opening and closing the louvers For vehicles equipped with a console turn the control between the rear outlets up to direct air through the upper outlets Turn the control down to direct air through the lower outlets Adjust the direction of airflow from side ...

Page 128: ...ir path under the front seats clear of objects This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle Audio Systems Your Delco Electronics audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your Delco Electronics system can do and how to operate all its controls to be sure...

Page 129: ...Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to choose radio stations Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press this button and release...

Page 130: ...eset station Press SCAN again to stop scanning Setting the Tone BASS Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to increase or decrease bass TREB Press this knob lightly so it extends Then pull the knob all the way out Turn it to increase or decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not u...

Page 131: ...for a few seconds Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to choose radio stations Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking SCAN P...

Page 132: ...eset station Press SCAN again to stop scanning Setting the Tone BASS Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to increase or decrease bass When you use this control the radio s tone setting will switch to manual TREB Press this knob lightly so it extends Then pull the knob all the way out Turn the knob to increase or decrease treble When you use this control the radio s tone setting wil...

Page 133: ...ontrols may have different functions when a tape is inserted The display will show TP with a box around it and an arrow to show which side of the tape is playing Your tape bias is set automatically When a metal or chrome tape is inserted HI BIAS appears on the display If you want to insert a tape when the ignition is off first press EJECT or RCL If E and a number appear on the radio display the ta...

Page 134: ...econds The tape will go to the next selection stop for a few seconds then go on to the next selection Press this button again to stop scanning The sound will mute SCAN will appear on the display and the tape direction arrow will blink while scanning AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a tape is in the player The tape will stop but remain in the player TAPE AUX If you have a tape inserte...

Page 135: ...will show for a few seconds Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to choose radio stations Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there The sound will mute while seek...

Page 136: ...t preset station Press SCAN again to stop scanning Setting the Tone BASS Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to increase or decrease bass When you use this control the radio s tone setting will switch to manual TREB Press this knob lightly so it extends Then pull the knob all the way out Turn the knob to increase or decrease treble When you use this control the radio s tone setting...

Page 137: ... have different functions when a tape is inserted The display will show TP with a box around it and an arrow to show which side of the tape is playing Your tape bias is set automatically When a metal or chrome tape is inserted HI BIAS appears on the display If you want to insert a tape when the ignition is off first press EJECT or RCL If E and a number appear on the radio display and the tape won ...

Page 138: ...to the next selection Press this button again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning SCAN will appear on the display and the tape direction arrow will blink while scanning AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a tape is in the player The tape will stop but remain in the player TAPE CD Press this button if you have a disc loaded in the CD player and the radio is playing to pla...

Page 139: ...f your radio displays an error number write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem REV 1 Press and hold this button to quickly reverse within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume The display will show elapsed time FWD 2 Press and hold this button to quickly advance within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume The display will show elapsed time RDM 5 P...

Page 140: ... radio off Cassettes and compact discs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first Theft Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCKR is designed to discourage theft of your radio It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored If ignored the system plays normally and the r...

Page 141: ... Press AM FM and this time the display will show SEC to let you know that your radio is secure Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition on LOC will appear on the display 2 Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 3 Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code 4 Pr...

Page 142: ...adio the radio won t turn on and LOC will appear on the display To unlock a secured radio see Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss earlier in this section Understanding Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things like storms ...

Page 143: ... mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use Your radio may display CLN to indicate that you have used your tape player for 50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer I...

Page 144: ...s and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases a...

Page 145: ...he radio or ignition off and on 6 Repeat if necessary NOTICE Don t lubricate the power antenna Lubrication could damage it NOTICE Before entering an automatic car wash turn off your radio to make the power antenna go down This will prevent the mast from possibly getting damaged If the antenna does not go down when you turn the radio off it may be damaged or need to be cleaned In either case lower ...

Page 146: ...yellowblue 3 24 NOTES ...

Page 147: ...ve Driving 4 3 Drunken Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 10 Steering 4 12 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 14 Loss of Control 4 15 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 20 City Driving 4 21 Freeway Driving 4 22 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 23 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 25 Winter Driving 4 29 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 30 Loading Your Vehic...

Page 148: ...ost preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone...

Page 149: ...drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on t...

Page 150: ...In some other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the drivi...

Page 151: ...lcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness ...

Page 152: ... bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with 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 vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 66...

Page 153: ... may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start your engine...

Page 154: ...he wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel s...

Page 155: ...y useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system works the front brakes and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin This light will come on when your traction control system is limiting wheel spin See Traction Control System Active Light in the Index You may feel ...

Page 156: ...ering wheel The traction control system warning light will come on and stay on If the system is limiting wheel spin when you press the button the warning light will come on but the system won t turn off right away It will wait until there s no longer a current need to limit wheel spin You can turn the system back on at any time by pressing the button again The traction control system warning light...

Page 157: ...e the way you want it to go and slow down Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed Of course the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions Under less favorable conditions you ll want to go slower If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed ...

Page 158: ...le is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that yo...

Page 159: ...ally indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic D Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle...

Page 160: ...ntrol systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions an...

Page 161: ...ehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the ro...

Page 162: ...ses at night They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid stari...

Page 163: ...et wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy 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 your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield wash...

Page 164: ...kes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally ...

Page 165: ...ydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining 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 intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the un...

Page 166: ... Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving D Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you st...

Page 167: ... merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use y...

Page 168: ...e have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Oldsmobile dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip D Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside D Wiper Blades Are they in good shape D Fuel Engine Oil Other Flu...

Page 169: ...n 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 that it can happen Then here are some tips D Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior D Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently D If you get sleepy pull off th...

Page 170: ...downhill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill D Know how to go uphill Drive in the highe...

Page 171: ...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 couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle ...

Page 172: ...t s about freezing 32_F 0_C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution If you have traction control keep the system on It will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road Even though your vehicle has a traction control system you ll ...

Page 173: ...s where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you re actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow...

Page 174: ... can t see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn t collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that s away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must...

Page 175: ...ises every half hour or so until help comes Recreational Vehicle Towing You can tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for use at your destination Be sure to use the proper towing equipment designed for recreational towing Follow the instructions for the towing equipment To tow your vehicle follow these steps 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Put the vehicle in PARK P 3 Set the parking brake an...

Page 176: ...an carry This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options The other label is the Certification label found on the rear edge of the driver s door It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and carg...

Page 177: ... suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash D Put things in the trunk of your vehicle In a trunk put them as far forward as you can Try to spread the weight evenly D Never...

Page 178: ... should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That s the reason for this part In it are many time tested important trailering tips and safety...

Page 179: ...vehicle wear in at the heavier loads D Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer Don t drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers or no more than 55 mph 90 km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts Three important considerations have to do with weight D the weight of the trailer D the weight of the trailer tongue D and the total weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the T...

Page 180: ... a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity If you re using a weight carrying hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B If you have a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should wei...

Page 181: ...re to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle see Carbon Monoxide in the Index Dirt and water can too Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes...

Page 182: ... check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a traile...

Page 183: ...It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Your vehicle may have bulb warning messages When you plug a trailer lighting system into your vehicle s lighting system its bulb warning messages may not let you know if one of your lamps goes out So when you have a trailer lighting system plugged in be sure to check your vehicle and trailer lamps from time to time...

Page 184: ...pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil drive belt cooling sy...

Page 185: ...blems that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 3 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 8 Engine Overheating 5 11 Cooling System 5 18 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 18 Changing a Flat Tire 5 28 Compact Spare Tire 5 29 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Page 186: ...d rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off Press the button in to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers pull out on the collar When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work ...

Page 187: ...on t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelco FreedomR battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test or jump start the battery if the hydrometer looks clear or light yellow Replace the battery when there is a clear or ligh...

Page 188: ...t an automatic transaxle in PARK P before setting the parking brake 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries In addition it could save your radio NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t...

Page 189: ...on t get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 5 Find the positive and negative terminals on each battery 6 Check that the jumper 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 basic things you should k...

Page 190: ...onnect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 9 Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal Don t let the other end touch anything until 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 dead bat...

Page 191: ...parks getting back to the battery is much less 11 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 12 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service 13 Remove the cables in reverse order Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal A Heavy Metal Engine Part B Good Battery C Dead Battery ...

Page 192: ...wing it D Use only the correct hooks NOTICE Use the proper towing equipment to avoid damage to the bumper fascia or fog lamp areas of the vehicle With current trends in automotive styles and design it is essential that the correct towing equipment is used to tow a vehicle Your vehicle can be towed with wheel lift or car carrier equipment Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you ...

Page 193: ...r hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool ...

Page 194: ...o 1 If your air conditioner is on turn it off 2 Turn on your 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 B or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t c...

Page 195: ...tor Pressure Cap C Electric Engine Fans CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down ...

Page 196: ... DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result In addition the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOLR is not covered by your new vehicle warranty If there seems to be no leak w...

Page 197: ...ng Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it wil...

Page 198: ...do it CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap 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 Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap...

Page 199: ...sure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap ...

Page 200: ...xture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off ...

Page 201: ... the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this ...

Page 202: ...ehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on y...

Page 203: ...quipment you ll need is in the trunk 1 Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk 2 Turn the center retainer bolt on the spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it 3 Lift and remove the cover See Compact Spare Tire later in this section for more information about the compact spare 4 Remove the spare tire from the trunk ...

Page 204: ...e jack and wheel wrench The tools you ll be using include the jack A and wheel wrench B Removing Wheel Covers and Wheel Nut Caps If you have a bolt on plastic wheel cover use the wheel wrench to remove the nut caps which screw onto the wheel nuts and hold the cover on the wheel Do not pry the cover off Note The nut caps are captured in the cover and will not remove completely ...

Page 205: ...directions will help Insert the flat end of the wheel wrench into the notch and pry off the center cover Do not drop the cover or lay it face down as it could be scratched or damaged When replacing the cover after the wheel is put back on the vehicle do not use a hammer or mallet to install the cover If you have aluminum wheels with nut caps remove them with the wheel wrench When reinstalling the ...

Page 206: ...the frame to put the jack head into The front notch is 10 inches 25 cm back from the front wheel well The rear notch is 8 inches 20 cm forward from the rear wheel well 4 Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fits firmly on the ridge in the vehicle s frame nearest the flat tire Do not raise the vehicle yet Put the compact spare tire near you ...

Page 207: ... with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 5 Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise in the jack Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit 6 Remove a...

Page 208: ...n emergency you can use a 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 CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 8 Place the compact spare tire on the wheel mounting surface 9 Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end...

Page 209: ... and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 lb ft 140 N m NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten...

Page 210: ... compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place After you ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle you ll need to store the flat tire in your trunk Use the following procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk Store the flat tire as far forward in the trunk as possible Store the jack and w...

Page 211: ...lision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire later in this section See the storing instructions label to replace your compact spare into your trunk properly 1 Jack 2 Wheel Wrench 3 Wing Bolt 4 Tire 5 Cover 6 Bolt ...

Page 212: ...ere you want Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again NOTICE When the compact spare is installed don t take your vehicle through an automatic vehicle wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your ...

Page 213: ...in the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle For information about using tire chains on 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 If your vehicle has traction control you should turn the system off See Traction Cont...

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Page 219: ...ner Filter 6 17 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 20 Engine Coolant 6 23 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 24 Power Steering Fluid 6 25 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 26 Brakes 6 29 Battery 6 30 Bulb Replacement 6 35 Tires 6 43 Appearance Care 6 43 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 6 46 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 6 48 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels 6 49 Finish Damage 6 49 Underbody Maintenance 6 49 Chemical Pain...

Page 220: ...k If you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index You sh...

Page 221: ... recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which have been developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association AAMA and endorsed by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection Gasolines meeting the AAMA specification could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasoline...

Page 222: ...ve called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask your service station operator whether or not the fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines If fuels containing MMT are used spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on If this occurs re...

Page 223: ...pany that does business in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Filling Your Tank The cap is behind a hinged door on the driver s side of your vehicle CAUTION Gasoline ...

Page 224: ...elf and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as ...

Page 225: ... and emissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others D Dispense gasoline only into a...

Page 226: ...tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood first pull the hood release handle ins...

Page 227: ...6 9 Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly ...

Page 228: ...hen you open the hood you ll see A Engine Coolant Recovery Tank B Battery C Radiator Pressure Cap D Engine Oil Dipstick E Engine Oil Fill Cap F Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick G Brake Master Cylinder H Air Cleaner I Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir ...

Page 229: ... reminder It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick is located behind the engine fans and in front of the engine oil fill cap The top of the dipstick is a round yellow loop Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pa...

Page 230: ...e right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The engine oil fill cap is behind the engine oil dipstick and engine fans Be sure to fill it ...

Page 231: ...Institute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle as shown in th...

Page 232: ...ovide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil Your dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you use the short trip city maintenance schedule D Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles 8 to 16 km This is particularly imp...

Page 233: ...operly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies o...

Page 234: ...the rear portion of the air cleaner 4 After detaching the hose from the throttle body pull back the entire rear portion of the air cleaner by pulling upward and rearward 5 Replace the air filter 6 Reinstall the rear section of the air cleaner 7 Reconnect the electrical connector 8 Reattach the air intake hose by fitting it back onto the throttle body Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine ...

Page 235: ...he air cleaner filter in place when you re driving Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions D In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90...

Page 236: ... D When outside temperatures are above 90_F 32_C D At high speed for quite a while D In heavy traffic especially in hot weather D While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180_F to 200_F 82_C to 93_C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50_F 10_C If it s colder than 50_F 10_...

Page 237: ...r behind the engine block Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in 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 cross hatched area 4 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way ...

Page 238: ...y your new vehicle warranty 3 After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check 4 When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOLR engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add...

Page 239: ...se a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one half DEX COOLR coolant which won t damage aluminum parts If you use this coolant mixture you don t need to add anything else CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the p...

Page 240: ... If you have to add coolant more than four times a year have your dealer check your cooling system NOTICE If you use the proper coolant you don t have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system These can be harmful Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at FULL COLD or a little higher When your engine...

Page 241: ...coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE Your radiator cap is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tig...

Page 242: ...ual noise A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired How to Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The leve...

Page 243: ...is full NOTICE D When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid D Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This al...

Page 244: ...work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine...

Page 245: ...r brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ll have to be replaced Don t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid D I...

Page 246: ...st applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes See Caliper Knuckle Maintenance Inspection in Section 7 of this manual under Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM specifications ...

Page 247: ...ne puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your new vehicle comes with an ACDelco FreedomR battery When it s time for a new battery we recommend an ACDelco Freedom battery Get o...

Page 248: ...ou or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package If you go through a high pressure car wash or it is very humid your headlamps may fog up This is normal These lenses should clear by themselves in time Headlamps For bulb type see Replacement Bulbs in the Index 1 Lift the plastic push pins with pliers ...

Page 249: ...yellowblue 6 31 2 Now remove the pins with the blade of a screwdriver 3 Lift and remove the clips from the back side of the metal headlamp housing ...

Page 250: ... three clips to remove before you have access to the headlamp assembly bulbs 5 Take note of the clip position during removal 6 When reinstalling the clip be sure to point the arched side of the clip toward the rear of the vehicle ...

Page 251: ... 6 33 7 Pull the headlamp assembly forward from the front fender Tip the assembly and turn the bulb assembly counterclockwise to remove it 8 Replace the bulb and reverse the steps to install the new bulb assembly ...

Page 252: ...e carpet away from the rear corner of the trunk 3 Turn the bulb housing one eighth of a turn and remove it 4 To remove the bulb push in and turn it counterclockwise 5 Replace the bulb 6 Reverse the steps to reassemble the taillamp Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking See Wiper Blade Check in Section 7 of this manu...

Page 253: ...nd where to obtain service see your Oldsmobile Warranty booklet for details CAUTION Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous D Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could...

Page 254: ... D Tire overloading D Bad wear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Rough ride D Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Don t forget your compact spare tire It should be at 60 psi 420 kPa How to Check Use a good qualit...

Page 255: ... always use the correct rotation pattern shown here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire Loading Information label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened ...

Page 256: ...ze or location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Tire Loading Information label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are de...

Page 257: ...ith the wheels on your vehicle Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires The Uniform Tire Quali...

Page 258: ...esenting the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger ...

Page 259: ... replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle CAUTION Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you ...

Page 260: ...e tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow do...

Page 261: ...s and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle D Alcohol D Laundry Soap D Bleach D Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather plastic and painted surfaces with a clean damp cloth Cleaning of Fabric Carpet Your dealer...

Page 262: ... Wipe cleaned area with a clean damp towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water 2 If a stain remains follow the Multi Purpose Interior Cle...

Page 263: ...h or shoe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through...

Page 264: ...ith GM Windshield Cleaner Bon AmiR Powder non scratching glass cleaning powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water Check the ...

Page 265: ...icle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Your vehicle has a basecoat clearcoat paint finish The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish NOTICE Ma...

Page 266: ... wheels but avoid any painted surface of the wheel and buff off immediately after application Don t take your vehicle through an automatic vehicle wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner NOTICE When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any ...

Page 267: ...they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody vehicle washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemi...

Page 268: ...glast plastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels and floor mats 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse with water 1052930 8 oz 0 237 L Capture Dry Spot Remover Attracts absorbs and removes soils on fabric 12345721 2 5 sq ft Synthetic Chamois Shines vehicle without scratching 12345725 12 oz 0 354 L Sil...

Page 269: ...abels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on your spare tire cover It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is D your VIN D the model designation D pain...

Page 270: ... to add anything electrical to your vehicle see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by an internal circuit breaker An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp system checked right away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by an in...

Page 271: ...ay Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical...

Page 272: ...e cover to reveal the fuses You ll find a fuse puller clipped to the inside of the cover Place the wide end of the fuse puller over the plastic end of the fuse Squeeze the ends over the fuse and pull it out Spare fuses are located in the slots labeled Spare on the following chart When finished replace the cover by snapping it back up into place ...

Page 273: ...rol 6A Courtesy Lamps Power Mirrors 7A Not Used 8A Not Used 9A Not Used Fuse Usage 1B Turn Signal Back Up Lamps Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock 2B Spare 3B Not Used 4B Not Used 5B Anti Lock Brake System Electronic Level Control 6B Brake and Hazard Lamps 7B Not Used 8B Interior Lighting 9B Cigar Lighter 1C Air Bag System 2C Spare 3C Not Used 4C Not Used 5C Cooling Fans Transaxle 6C Parking Lamps ...

Page 274: ...S Key IIR 3E Ignition Off Unlock 4E Not Used 5E Rear Defog 6E Not Used 7E Misc Engine Non OBD II 8E Wipers Washer 9E Not Used Passenger s Side Fuse Block Additional fuses are located in the relay center on the passenger s side below the instrument panel You must remove the sound insulator on the right side of the passenger footwell to replace these fuses Since replacing these fuses is difficult we...

Page 275: ...lue 6 57 Fuse Usage 1 Door Locks 2 Trunk Release RAC 3 Horns 4 Not Used 5 Miscellaneous Engine Controls OBD II 6 Fuel Pump 7 Injectors 8 Powertrain Control Module 9 Not Used 10 Not Used 11 Not Used 12 Not Used ...

Page 276: ...nts in the Index for more information Engine Code K L36 Automatic Transaxle Overdrive Pan Removal and Replacement 6 0 quarts 5 6 L After Complete Overhaul 11 0 quarts 10 4 L When draining or replacing torque converter more fluid may be needed Cooling System 13 0 quarts 12 3 L Engine Crankcase 4 5 quarts 4 3 L Oil change with filter change Fuel Tank 18 0 gallons 68 1 L Tire Pressures See Tire Loadi...

Page 277: ...ditioning refrigerants are the same If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant be sure the proper refrigerant is used If you re not sure ask your dealer Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Filter AC Type A 1096C Engine Oil Filter AC Type PF 47 Fuel Filter AC Type GF 627 Transaxle Filter GM Part No 8651909 Spark Plugs AC Type 41 921 Gap 0 060 inch 1 52 mm Windshie...

Page 278: ... 4 cm Tread Width Front 60 4 inches 153 4 cm Rear 60 4 inches 153 4 cm L36 Engine Accessory Belt The L36 engine uses an engine accessory belt This diagram shows the features connected and the routing See Maintenance Schedule in the Index for when to check the belt A Power Steering B Generator C Air Conditioning D Crank E Coolant Pump F Tensioner ...

Page 279: ...mance 7 2 Introduction 7 3 How This Section is Organized 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 5 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 21 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 30 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 34 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 36 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 38 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Page 280: ...enance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good...

Page 281: ...ice information See Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform Part D Recommende...

Page 282: ... tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessary ...

Page 283: ...ne oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Chassis Lubrication or 6 months whichever occurs first Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Air Cleaner Filter Inspection if driving in dusty conditions Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Fuel Tan...

Page 284: ... and Filter Change or every 12 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or every 12 months whichever occurs first Tire Rotation Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transaxle Service severe conditions only Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Every 100 000 Miles...

Page 285: ...ify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage transaxle shift linkage parking brake guides and underbody contact points A good time to check your brakes is during ti...

Page 286: ...Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 9 000 Miles 15 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 12 000 Miles 20 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis componen...

Page 287: ...f necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote 18 000 Miles 30 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 21 000 Mil...

Page 288: ...ttern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote 27 000 Miles 45 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 30 000 Miles 50 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rep...

Page 289: ... 33 000 Miles 55 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 36 000 Miles 60 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for pro...

Page 290: ...spection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote 48 000 Miles 80 000 km j Change engin...

Page 291: ... is mainly driven under one or more 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 taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter at 100 000 miles 166 000 km 51 000 Miles 85 ...

Page 292: ...rmation See footnote 57 000 Miles 95 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 60 000 Miles 100 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emissi...

Page 293: ...Also see footnote 63 000 Miles 105 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 66 000 Miles 110 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation i...

Page 294: ...months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if ...

Page 295: ...footnote 81 000 Miles 135 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 84 000 Miles 140 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Ind...

Page 296: ...See footnote j Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 93 000 Miles 155 000 km j Change engine oil...

Page 297: ...re Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote 99 000 Miles 165 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 100 000 Miles 166 000 km j Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service j Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Continued ACTUAL SER...

Page 298: ...such as found in taxi police or delivery service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transaxle fluid change both the fluid and filter 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to us...

Page 299: ...llify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage transaxle shift linkage parking brake guides and underbody contact points A good time to check your brakes is during ...

Page 300: ...ngine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whi...

Page 301: ...first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote j Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote 37 500 Miles 62 500...

Page 302: ...s first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these con...

Page 303: ...s or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 60 000 Miles 100 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j R...

Page 304: ...km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichev...

Page 305: ...hassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first ...

Page 306: ... See footnote Also see footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 100 000 Miles 166 000 km j I...

Page 307: ...axi police or delivery service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transaxle fluid change both the fluid and filter 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Cl...

Page 308: ... if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshield Washer Fluid in the In...

Page 309: ...g in the Index Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Automatic Transaxle Check Check the transaxle fluid level add if needed See Automatic Transaxle Flui...

Page 310: ...works in any other position your vehicle needs service Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSI Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake see Parking Brake in the Ind...

Page 311: ...roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the ...

Page 312: ...ears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the 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 could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust in the Index Engi...

Page 313: ...brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking Caliper Knuckle Maintenance Inspection If you operate your vehicle in a highly corrosive environment as indicated by the shaded areas on the map following this text your vehicle may require additional brake service Refer to the appropriate GM Service Bulletin for the proper caliper inspection procedure As n...

Page 314: ...dwrenchR DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 Brake Fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM OptikleenR Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 or equivalent or lubricant meeting req...

Page 315: ...ndary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood and Door Hinges Rear Compartment Glove Box Door Console Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Fuel Filler Door Hinge Rear Compartment Lid Hinges Multi ...

Page 316: ...es provided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 317: ...yellowblue 7 39 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 318: ...yellowblue 7 40 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 319: ...ce for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program Features and Benefits 8 7 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 7 Courtesy Transportation 8 9 Warranty Information 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 8 11 Reporti...

Page 320: ...epartments Sometimes however despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales service or parts manage...

Page 321: ...tion or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield D Dealership name and location D Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting Oldsmobile please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer s facility That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors and your deal...

Page 322: ...in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Oldsmobile has TTY ...

Page 323: ...I If toll free service is not available in the Caribbean call Puerto Rico 1 787 763 1315 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle hand controls wheelchair scooter lifts etc This program can also provide you with free resour...

Page 324: ...rs a day 365 days a year We will provide the following services during the Bumper to Bumper warranty period at no expense to you D Fuel delivery D Lock out service identification required D Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle disabling accident D Flat tire change D Jump starts D Minor repairs to disabled vehicles D Assistance when vehicle is mired in san...

Page 325: ...we hope you never have the occasion to use our service it is added security while traveling for you and your family Remember we re only a phone call away Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance 1 800 442 OLDS 6537 Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive roadside assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States Please refer to the separate brochu...

Page 326: ...includes a one way shuttle ride to a destination up to 10 miles from the dealership Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs reimbursement up to 30 per day five days maximum may be available for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus In addition should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative reimbursement for reas...

Page 327: ...e Complete Vehicle Coverage period of the General Motors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty alternative transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program Please consult your dealer for details General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to th...

Page 328: ...TSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS T...

Page 329: ... MI 48343 6006 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada Service manuals owner s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and past model General Motors...

Page 330: ...rmation about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 15 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 10 00 CURRENT PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify y...

Page 331: ...999 90 00 1999 50 00 1999 15 00 1999 10 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 5 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax See Note Below GM OLD ORD99 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents are to make checks payable i...

Page 332: ...yellowblue 8 14 NOTES ...

Page 333: ...lance Tire 6 40 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 6 48 Antenna Power 3 23 Antenna Service Power 7 30 Antifreeze 6 20 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 4 7 Brakes 4 7 Anti Lockout Feature 2 8 Anti Theft Radio 3 18 Appearance Care 6 43 Appearance Materials GM Vehicle Care 6 50 Arbitration Program 8 4 Armrest Storage 2 50 Ashtrays 2 52 Audio Equipment Adding 3 21 Audio Systems 3 6 Automatic Door Locks 2 5 ...

Page 334: ...rtification Label 4 30 Chains Safety 4 35 Chains Tire 6 42 Changing a Flat Tire 5 18 Check Engine Light 2 63 Check Oil Level Light 2 65 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 50 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 49 Child Restraints 1 35 Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1 41 Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position 1 43 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position 1 45 Top Strap 1 40 Where to Put 1 39 Cig...

Page 335: ...L 2 41 Dead Battery 5 3 Defects Reporting Safety 8 10 Defensive Driving 4 2 Defogger Rear Window 3 4 Defogging 3 4 Defrosting 3 4 Delayed Illumination 2 43 Delayed Locking 2 6 Personalization Programming 2 6 Dimensions Vehicle 6 60 Dolby B Noise Reduction 3 12 3 16 Door Locks 2 4 Driver Position 1 10 Driving City 4 20 Defensive 4 2 Drunken 4 3 Freeway 4 21 In a Blizzard 4 27 In Foreign Countries 6...

Page 336: ...hat Kind to Use 6 13 When to Change 6 14 Ethanol 6 4 Exhaust Engine 2 13 2 31 4 28 Exit Lighting 2 44 Express Down Window 2 33 Fabric Cleaning 6 43 Fan Knob Climate Control System 3 3 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 6 8 Filling Your Tank 6 5 Filter Engine Air Cleaner 6 15 Filter Engine Oil 6 14 Finish Care 6 47 Finish Damage 6 49 FIRST 1 Gear Automatic Transaxle 2 25 Flashers Hazard Warning 5 2 ...

Page 337: ... 2 35 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 23 Hitches Trailer 4 35 Hood Checking Things Under 6 8 Release 6 8 Horn 2 33 Hydroplaning 4 19 Ignition Positions 2 17 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check 7 33 Illuminated Entry System 2 43 Inadvertent Load Protection 2 45 Inflation Tire 6 36 Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror 2 45 Inspections 7 34 Brake System 7 35 Caliper Knuckle 7 35 Engine Cooling ...

Page 338: ... Reminder 1 6 2 58 Traction Control System Active 2 62 4 9 Traction Control System Warning 2 61 4 9 Traction Off Warning 2 61 4 9 Load Protection Inadvertent 2 45 Loading Your Vehicle 4 30 Locks 2 4 Anti Lockout Feature 2 8 Automatic Door 2 5 Cylinders 7 31 Delayed Locking 2 6 Door 2 4 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check 7 33 Key Lock Cylinder Service 7 31 Power Door 2 4 Rear Door Security 2 7 Window 2 ...

Page 339: ...icle Break In 2 17 Night Vision 4 16 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 59 Odometer 2 57 Odometer Trip 2 57 Off Road Recovery 4 12 Oil Engine 6 11 Oil Level Warning Light 2 65 Oil Pressure Light 2 65 Outlet Power Accessory 2 53 Overdrive Automatic Transaxle B 2 24 Overheating Engine 5 8 Owner Checks and Services 7 30 Owner Publications Ordering 8 11 Paint Spotting Chemical 6 49 Parade Dimming ...

Page 340: ...y Belt Comfort Guides 1 30 Seat Passengers 1 26 Storage Compartment 2 51 Window Defogger 3 4 Rearview Mirror 2 45 Electrochromic Day Night with Compass 2 46 Inside Day Night 2 45 Reclining Front Seatbacks 1 3 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 36 Recovery Tank Coolant 5 12 Refrigerants Air Conditioning 6 59 Trunk Release 2 14 Trunk Release Lockout 2 14 Remote Lock Control 2 8 Instant Alarm 2 10 P...

Page 341: ...ldren and Babies 1 32 Use During Pregnancy 1 17 Why They Work 1 6 Safety Chains 4 35 Safety Defects Reporting 8 10 Safety Warnings and Symbols iii Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 4 Seats Manual Front 1 2 Power 1 2 Reclining Front Seatback 1 3 Restraint Systems 1 1 Seat Controls 1 2 Securing a Child Restraint 1 41 1 43 1 45 SECOND 2 Gear Automatic Transaxle 2 25 Security Feedback 2 10 Personalizat...

Page 342: ...Supplemental Restraint System 1 18 Symbols Vehicle v Tachometer 2 57 Taillamp Bulb Replacement 6 34 Tape Player Care 3 21 Temperature Knob Climate Control System 3 3 Theater Dimming 2 43 Theft 2 15 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 18 THEFTLOCKR 3 18 Thermostat 6 24 THIRD 3 Gear Automatic Transaxle 2 25 Tilt Steering Wheel 2 34 Time Setting the 3 6 Tire Chains 6 42 Tire Loading 4 30 Tire Loading Informati...

Page 343: ...l Weight on Tires 4 35 Towing 4 32 Turn Signals 4 37 Weight 4 33 Transaxle Fluid Automatic 6 17 Transmitters Matching to Your Vehicle 2 11 Transmitters Remote Lock Control 2 8 Transportation Courtesy 8 7 Trip Odometer 2 57 Trunk Lamp 2 45 Release Lockout Remote 2 14 Release Remote 2 14 Security Override 2 14 TTY Users 8 4 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 2 34 Turn Signal On Chime 2 35 Turn Si...

Page 344: ...eel Alignment 6 40 Nut Torque 5 25 6 58 Replacement 6 41 Wheel Cover Removal 5 20 Wheel Nut Cap Removal 5 20 Wrench 5 20 Window Lock 2 33 Windows 2 33 Express Down 2 33 Power 2 33 Windshield Washer 2 37 Fluid 6 25 Fluid Level Check 7 30 Windshield Wipers 2 36 Blade Cleaning 6 46 Blade Replacement 6 34 Fuses 6 52 Winter Driving 4 25 Wiper Blade Check 7 31 Wiper Blades Cleaning 6 46 Wiring Headlamp ...

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