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2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder

portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or
around the restraint. The child restraint instructions
will show you how.

3. Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed.

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.

Summary of Contents for 1999 Aurora

Page 1: ...ent 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 Cu...

Page 2: ...ed for Oldsmobile Division 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 proc...

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 ...

Page 6: ...yellowblue vi NOTES ...

Page 7: ...estions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 13 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 13 Driver Position 1 20 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 21 Right Front Passenger Position 1 21 Supplemental Restraint System SRS 1 27 Rear Seat Passengers 1 30 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 32 Center Passenger Position 1 34 Children 1 37 Child Restraints 1 48 Lar...

Page 8: ...rward edge of the button Move the seat forward by moving the whole button toward the front of the vehicle Raise the rear of the seat by raising the rear edge of the button Lower the rear of the seat by lowering the rear edge of the button Move the seat rearward by moving the whole button toward the rear of the vehicle Moving the whole button up or down raises or lowers the whole seat Vertical Cont...

Page 9: ...ess the back of the switch to decrease support Memory Seat and Mirrors The memory function controls both the driver s seat cushion and outside mirror positions It does not store the lumbar or recline positions To set your memory seat cushion and mirrors 1 Position the driver s seat and both outside mirrors where you want them See Mirrors in the Index 2 Press the SET button You will hear one beep 3...

Page 10: ...ansmitters can also be programmed to move the driver s seat and outside mirrors to a set memory position when the transmitter s UNLOCK button is pressed To program the system 1 Adjust the driver s seat to a comfortable position Adjust both outside mirrors to suit you See Mirrors in the Index 2 Press the SET button on the driver s door panel You will hear one beep 3 Within five seconds press one of...

Page 11: ...k only when the vehicle is in PARK P A beep will sound inside the vehicle when the UNLOCK button on the transmitter is pressed to move the seat and mirrors To turn this feature off press SET and then UNLOCK within five seconds Heated Front Seat Option This feature will quickly heat the lower cushions and lower back of the driver and front passenger seats for added comfort Press the button once to ...

Page 12: ...b when you re reclined like this The shoulder belt can t do its job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash 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 prop...

Page 13: ...low the headrest to return to its full rear position Safety Belts They re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System SRS or air bag system CAUTION Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and yo...

Page 14: ... to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few 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 ...

Page 15: ...yellowblue 1 9 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it ...

Page 16: ...yellowblue 1 10 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield ...

Page 17: ...strument panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make such good sense ...

Page 18: ...y so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety...

Page 19: ...oulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt The shoulder portion of the belt has an energy management loop It is designed to open and help protect you in certain crashes If it opens you will see a label on the safety belt that says to replace the belt Be sure to do so If you don t the safety belt won t work properly and won t protect you in another crash For more information on replacing safety...

Page 20: ...e 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 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 crash Shoulder Belt Tightn...

Page 21: ...ature won t set and you ll have to start again 5 Now you can add a small amount of slack Lean forward slightly then sit back If you ve added more than 1 inch 25 mm of slack pull the shoulder belt out as you did before and start again If you move around in the vehicle enough or if you pull out the shoulder belt the belt will become tight again If this happens you can reset it ...

Page 22: ... 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 Don t allow more than 1 inch 25 mm of slack ...

Page 23: ...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 24: ...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 25: ... 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 26: ...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 27: ...ir bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag But even these air bags must inflate very quickly if they are to do their job and comply with federal regulations Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system CAUTION You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing your safety belt even if you have air bags We...

Page 28: ...ugh your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children prop...

Page 29: ...blue 1 23 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 30: ...an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal or near frontal impacts What makes an air bag inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash The sensing system triggers ...

Page 31: ... to do so If you have breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or door In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag D Air bags are designed to inflate only once After they inflate you ll...

Page 32: ...by turning off the vehicle immediately and disconnecting the battery cables Don t let anyone start the vehicle under any circumstances See your dealer for service Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle You don t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your...

Page 33: ...the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here 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 ...

Page 34: ... it Pull up on the latch plate 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: ...s could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt 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...

Page 36: ...lder belt the comfort guide 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 f...

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: ...sses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Rotate the guide and clip inward and in between the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop of elastic cord exposed Center Passenger Position ...

Page 39: ... the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see 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 ...

Page 40: ...ained 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 seriously injured or killed This is true even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor i...

Page 41: ...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 42: ...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 43: ...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 44: ...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 45: ...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 46: ...to 27 kg or even up to 36 kg and about four to eight years of age A booster seat is 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 47: ... 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 seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags This is...

Page 48: ...d for this vehicle The dealer can then install the anchor for you This work will be done for you free of charge Or you may install the anchor yourself using the instructions provided in the kit Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position 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 th...

Page 49: ...nt The child restraint instructions will show you how 3 Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed 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 ...

Page 50: ...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 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position You ll be using the lap belt Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in ...

Page 51: ...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 52: ...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 53: ...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 54: ... 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 55: ...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 56: ...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 57: ...o fit To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed...

Page 58: ... be there to help protect you in a collision You would see this label on the belt near the latch plate If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn t being used at the time of the collision If your seat adjuster won t work after a crash the sp...

Page 59: ...II 2 19 New Vehicle Break In 2 20 Ignition Positions 2 21 Starting Your Engine 2 23 Engine Coolant Heater Option 2 24 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 27 Parking Brake 2 28 Shifting Into PARK P 2 30 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 31 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 31 Engine Exhaust 2 33 Windows 2 34 Tilt Wheel 2 34 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 2 42 Exterior Lamps 2 44 Interior Lamps 2 47 Mirrors 2 51 ...

Page 60: ...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 61: ...dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep the tags in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using the tags You can also 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 But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lo...

Page 62: ...crash if the doors aren t locked Wear safety belts 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 From the inside to lock the door rotate the locking lever forward To unlock the door rotate the locking lever rearward There is a red ma...

Page 63: ... the ignition Every time you move the shift lever out of PARK P all of the doors will lock And every time you stop and move the shift lever into PARK P the doors will unlock If someone needs to get out while you re not in PARK P have that person use the manual or power lock When the door is closed again it will not lock automatically Just use the manual or power lock to lock the door again If you ...

Page 64: ...K button is pressed the mode will advance by one going from Mode 3 to Mode 0 to Mode 1 etc NOTE The door locks will cycle according to the mode entered while customizing memory door locks Mode 0 has no feedback 5 Release the power door lock switch The automatic door locks will remain in the most recent mode selected 6 Turn the ignition to OFF Delayed Locking This personalization feature lets the d...

Page 65: ...e and all doors will unlock 4 Release the power door lock switch To turn the feature off repeat this procedure This procedure changes the mode for only the transmitter used to change this setting The procedure will need to be repeated for the second transmitter Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors o...

Page 66: ...rity lock feature adults or older children who ride in the rear won t be able to open the rear door from the inside You should let adults and older children know how these security locks work and how to cancel the locks To Cancel the Rear Door Lock 1 Unlock the door from the inside or from the outside using the remote lock control transmitter or central door unlocking feature 2 Open the door from ...

Page 67: ...lock control operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This devic...

Page 68: ...eft or right hold the transmitter higher and try again D If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Operation The driver s door will unlock when UNLOCK is pressed If UNLOCK is pressed again within five seconds all doors will unlock Pressing the UNLOCK button will also illuminate the interior lamps See Illuminated Entry in the Index All doors will lock when...

Page 69: ...de mirrors to a set memory position when the UNLOCK button on the transmitter is pressed For more detailed information and programming instructions refer to the Index for each individual feature listed above Security Feedback This personalization feature provides feedback to the driver when the vehicle receives a command from the remote lock control transmitter The following modes may be selected ...

Page 70: ...e 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 you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once your dealer has c...

Page 71: ...use a metal object 3 Replace the battery as the instructions under the cover indicate 4 Snap the transmitter back together tightly to be sure no moisture can enter 5 Test the operation of the transmitter with your vehicle If the transmitter does not work resynchronize the transmitter Resynchronization If only the instant alarm button works the transmitter needs to be resynchronized to the receiver...

Page 72: ...its highest speed with the setting on any airflow selection except RECIRC That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index D If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index Trunk Lock Release To unlock the trunk from the outside insert the door key and turn it Remote Trunk Release Press the TRUNK release ...

Page 73: ...ially in some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal However there are ways you can help Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves so don t do it With the ignition off and the driver s door open you ll hear a chime remi...

Page 74: ... lock control transmitter with you Universal Theft Deterrent Your vehicle has a theft deterrent alarm system With this system if your ignition is off the SECURITY light will flash as you open the door This light reminds you to activate the theft deterrent system Here s how to do it 1 Open the door 2 Lock the door with the power door lock switch or remote lock control system The SECURITY light shou...

Page 75: ...r lock switch D Always unlock a door with a key or use the remote lock control system Unlocking a door any other way will set off the alarm If you set off the alarm by accident unlock any door with your key You can also turn off the alarm by pressing UNLOCK on the remote lock control transmitter The alarm won t stop if you try to unlock a door any other way Testing the Alarm The alarm can be teste...

Page 76: ...efore it s inserted in the ignition or the engine may not start If the engine does not start and the SECURITY light is on or you get the CLEAN KEY WAIT 3 MINUTES message on the DIC the key may be dirty or wet Turn the ignition off Clean and dry the key Wait about three minutes and try again The SECURITY light may remain on during this time If the starter still won t work and the key appears to be ...

Page 77: ...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 for the first 500 miles 805 km Don t make full throttle starts D Avoid making hard stops for ...

Page 78: ...ve 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 LOCK B This is the only position in which you can remove the key This position locks your ignition steering wheel and transaxle It s a theft deterrent feature OFF C This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel ...

Page 79: ...rn the key only with your hand Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs service Key Reminder Warning If you leave your key in the ignition with the engine off you will hear a warning chime when you open the driver s door Retained Accessory Power After you turn the ignition off and remove the key you will still have electrical...

Page 80: ... about three seconds at a time until your engine starts Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 3 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds If the ...

Page 81: ...g kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension 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 b...

Page 82: ...le when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Ensure the shi...

Page 83: ...ine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Don t shift out ...

Page 84: ...VE B or THIRD 3 You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the selector lever is put in FIRST 1 the transaxle won t shift into FIRST 1 until ...

Page 85: ...USH TO RELEASE parking brake pedal Hold the regular brake down and push the parking brake pedal with your left foot This will release the parking brake pedal When you lift your left foot the parking brake pedal will follow it to the released position If you try to drive with the parking brake on the parking brake indicator light stays on The PARK BRAKE SET message will appear in the Driver Informa...

Page 86: ...rly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake by pushing down the parking brake pedal with your left foot 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P as follows D Hold in the button on the lever D Push the lever all the way down toward the front of your vehicle 3 Turn the ig...

Page 87: ...move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pushing the button If you can it means the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called...

Page 88: ...ransaxle in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish Press the shift lever button before moving the shift lever If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to the OFF ignition positi...

Page 89: ... 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 90: ...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 91: ...witch toward you and quickly release it To stop the window from lowering pull the switch again then release To raise the window hold the switch forward Window Lock Press the right side of the WINDOW LOCK switch on the driver s armrest 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 ...

Page 92: ... vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your D Turn and Lane Change Signals D Cruise Control D Headlamp High Low Beam Changer D Headlamps D Parking Lamps D Flash To Pass F...

Page 93: ...ane change The lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows don t flash but just stay on a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index and...

Page 94: ...this symbol to turn on the headlamps as well as the other operating lamps Turn the band to OFF to turn off the lamps lights Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high or high to low pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you until you hear a click Then release it When the high beams are on a light on the instrument panel also will be on ...

Page 95: ...ut on low beam the system works normally Just pull the lever until it clicks Your headlamps will shift to high beam and stay there To return to low beam just pull the lever toward you If your headlamps are on and on high beam your headlamps will switch to low beam To get back to high beam pull the lever toward you Windshield Wipers The lever on the right side of your steering column controls your ...

Page 96: ... inserts See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement in the Index Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload Windshield Washer The lever on the right side of your steering column also controls your windshield washer To spray washer fluid on the windshield pull the lever toward you The wipers will clear ...

Page 97: ...ry roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t use cruise control on slippery roads If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system begins 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...

Page 98: ...ve the cruise control switch to ON 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 Push in the button at the end of the lever and release it The CRUISE light on the instrument panel will come on 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal ...

Page 99: ... 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 a desired lower speed then release it D...

Page 100: ...reduced brightness in daylight when D the ignition is on D the headlamp switch is off and D the transaxle is not in PARK P When DRL are on only your low beam headlamps will be on The parking lamps taillamps sidemarker and other lamps won t be on Your instrument panel won t be lit up either When it s dark enough outside your low beam headlamps will change to full brightness The other lamps that com...

Page 101: ...nt panel A light will glow on the switch when the fog lamps are on To turn off the fog lamps press it again The fog lamps will also turn off when you turn on your high beam headlamps but will turn on again when you switch to low beams Cornering Lamps The cornering lamps are designed to come on when you signal a turn This will provide more light for cornering at night ...

Page 102: ...only a few seconds or up to three minutes Light Sensor Your twilight sentinel and daytime running lamps work with the light sensor on top of the instrument panel Don t cover it up If you do it will read dark and the headlamps will come on Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control You can brighten or dim your instrument cluster radio and climate control displays and control lights by rotat...

Page 103: ... will not fade if the interior lights switch is used Exit Lighting With this feature the interior lamps will come on for 25 seconds after you remove the key from the ignition This will give you time to find the door pull handle or lock switches when you exit the vehicle Parade Dimming This feature prohibits the dimming of your instrument displays during daylight while your headlamps are on This fe...

Page 104: ...me 4 Press the instant alarm button on the transmitter again Perimeter lighting is now enabled and the horn will chirp two times 5 Release the door lock switch The perimeter lighting option is now on This procedure changes the mode for only the transmitter used to change this setting The procedure will need to be repeated for the second transmitter Front Reading Lamps These lamps and the interior ...

Page 105: ...e than 10 minutes when the ignition is off or a door is left open This will keep your battery from running down Mirrors Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror with Compass Your vehicle may have an electrochromic inside rearview mirror with a compass When set in the MIRROR position this mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from headlamps behind you A time delay feature prevents rapid chan...

Page 106: ...tion Press the COMPASS button once to turn the compass on or off When the ignition and the compass feature are on the compass will show two 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 compa...

Page 107: ... If not adjusted 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 appea...

Page 108: ...to memory See Memory Seat and Mirrors in the Index Parallel Park Assist Mirror The passenger s outside rearview mirror also includes a tilt down feature that operates when the shift lever is in REVERSE R This feature assists the driver with improved rear obstacle detection Move the power remote control mirror switch to the left L or center position to enable this feature Move the switch to the rig...

Page 109: ...nt armrest opens into a storage area To open it lift the front edge Inside you will find storage 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 Rear Storage Armrest Your vehicle...

Page 110: ...ick starts and stops The net isn t for larger heavier loads Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can You can unhook the net so that it will lie flat when you re not using it Two positions exist for the convenience net depending on the size of the cargo Use this position for small loads Use this position for slightly larger loads When installing the net in either position be sure the up la...

Page 111: ...dy it will pop back by itself NOTICE Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating If you do it won t be able to back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overheat damaging the lighter and the heating element Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also remove them from the center mount and swing them to the side while th...

Page 112: ...e with Location D Emergency Services Button D Remote Door Unlock D Theft Detection Notification and Stolen Vehicle Tracking D Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment D Concierge Customer Conveniences Services NOTE Installation of aftermarket equipment is possible however the features described above will not be compatible with any portable phone other than the OnStar cellular phone available ...

Page 113: ... panel and sunshade If you want to stop the sunroof in a partially open position press the switch again To fully open the sunroof press the switch rearward again The sunshade can also be opened by hand To close the sunroof press and hold the control switch forward to close the glass panel The sunshade must be closed manually To open the sunroof rear vent open the sunshade by hand Press the control...

Page 114: ... Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this ...

Page 115: ...ator light begins to flash rapidly after 20 seconds Then release the buttons This procedure initializes the memory and erases any previous settings for all three channels 2 Decide which one of the three channels you want to program Hold the end of the hand held transmitter about 2 to 5 inches 5 to 13 cm away from the surface of the Universal Transmitter so that you can still see the indicator ligh...

Page 116: ...leasing the button on the Universal Transmitter Release both buttons when the indicator light on the Universal Transmitter begins to flash rapidly Operating the Universal Transmitter Press and release the appropriate button on the Universal Transmitter The indicator light comes on while the signal is being transmitted If the hand held transmitter appears to program the Universal Transmitter but do...

Page 117: ... 3 Return to the Universal Transmitter in your vehicle and firmly press and release the Universal Transmitter button you have already programmed for two to three seconds Press and release the button again you may need to do this step up to three times to make sure that the Universal Transmitter has been trained to the garage door opener motor head unit Check that the training was successful The ga...

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Page 119: ...ate Controls J Audio System K Glove Box Remote Trunk Release Lockout Switch inside L Instrument Panel Intensity Control Interior Lamp Control M Twilight SentinelR Control N Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Climate Control System O Tilt Steering Wheel Lever P Ignition Switch Q Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Audio System R Trunk Release Switch S Fuel Door Release Switch T Ashtray and Lighter U T...

Page 120: ...ch includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages The instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economically ...

Page 121: ...t Press the TRIP button located next to the trip odometer below the fuel gage Your vehicle has a tamper resistant odometer If you see silver lines between the numbers you ll know someone has probably tampered with it and the numbers may not be true You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then it m...

Page 122: ...ing lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on ...

Page 123: ...ther the chime nor the light will come on Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG The system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the air bag sensors the air bag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more inf...

Page 124: ...rive a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and climate control Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well This light should come on when you turn the ignition key to S...

Page 125: ...ight on can lead to an accident If the light is still on after you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service Parking Brake Indicator Light When the ignition is on this light will come on when you set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully If you try to drive off with the parking brake set a chime will also come on...

Page 126: ...arning light is also on you don t have anti lock brakes and there s a problem with your regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light earlier in this section The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Traction Control System Warning Light ...

Page 127: ...kes begin to overheat the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on until your brakes cool down D If the traction control system is affected by an engine related problem the system will turn off and the warning light will come on If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on your vehicle...

Page 128: ... will automatically turn back on If the coolant temperature is over 261_F 127_C the message HOT STOP ENGINE will appear It means that your engine coolant has overheated If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible The Problems on the Road section in this manual explains what to do ...

Page 129: ...m is 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 engin...

Page 130: ...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 flashing follow the previous steps and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualifi...

Page 131: ... more of these conditions change the fuel brand you use It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off If none of the above steps have made the light turn off have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Oil Pressure ...

Page 132: ...ur engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty Cruise Light The CRUISE light comes on whenever you set your cruise control See Cruise Control in the Index Fuel Gage When the ignition is on your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left When you have less than 3 0 gallons 11 3 L of fuel remaining the message LOW FUEL will be displayed and a chime...

Page 133: ...he gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up D The tank is not necessarily empty when the pointer is over the E Empty mark There is a reserve of about 1 5 gallons 5 6 L in the tank You should still get more fuel as soon as possible Driver Information Center The Driver Information Center DIC displays information in either English or metric When the system is on or off push the OFF butt...

Page 134: ... located to the right of the cover To close the cover push it down to its closed position Fuel Economy The ECON button displays average fuel economy and instantaneous fuel economy calculated for your specific driving conditions Press ECON to display average fuel economy such as 25 2 AVG MI GAL or 9 3 AVG L 100 KM Press ECON again to display instantaneous fuel economy such as 28 INST MI GAL or 8 4 ...

Page 135: ... the fuel remaining in the tank The display will show a reading such as FUEL RANGE 235 MI or FUEL RANGE 378 KM If the range is less than 50 miles 80 km the display will read LOW FUEL RANGE The fuel economy data used to determine fuel range is an average of recent driving conditions As your driving conditions change this data is gradually updated Resetting fuel range causes the fuel economy data to...

Page 136: ...set after an oil change It will alert you to change your oil on a schedule consistent with your driving conditions When the remaining oil life or transaxle fluid life is low the system will alert you with a message CHANGE OIL SOON or CHANGE TRNS FLUID SOON When the oil or transaxle fluid life is down to zero you will receive the message CHANGE OIL NOW or CHANGE TRNS FLUID NOW Always reset the OIL ...

Page 137: ...l level often See Engine Oil in the Index Check Oil Level Warning When CHECK OIL LEVEL appears it indicates that the engine oil level is 1 to 1 1 2 quarts 0 9 L to 1 4 L low The message will appear only if the engine is running and it s been at least eight minutes since the engine was last running If the message appears check the oil dipstick level If it reads low your oil level should be brought ...

Page 138: ...te and time of the day and the estimated distance to your destination After you have entered your distance to destination press ETA to display estimated time of arrival such as ETA TUE 12 56 PM Press ETA again to display the time to destination The display will show the current time as the hours and minutes to destination such as 12 50 TIME TO DEST If the time to destination calculation is seven d...

Page 139: ... to YEAR MM DD XX Set the year just as you set the month and day If a valid date is entered the display will automatically exit to the date mode and display the day of the week the month and the date If an invalid date is entered the display will return to MONTH XX DD YY and you ll need to repeat the above steps After a battery reconnect loss of power the display will read CONFIRM TIME AND DATE El...

Page 140: ...en you press the RCL button the system scrolls through any currently active warning messages then returns to the mode the system was in before you pressed RCL If no warning messages exist MONITORED SYSTEMS OK will be displayed ...

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Page 143: ... 3 7 Rear Window Defogger 3 8 Passenger Temperature Control 3 8 Ventilation System 3 9 Steering Wheel Controls for Climate Control 3 10 Audio Systems 3 10 Setting the Clock 3 10 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Automatic Tone Control 3 17 Trunk Mounted CD Changer Option 3 20 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 22 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 23 Understanding Radio Reception 3 ...

Page 144: ... with the electronic climate control system and you should see your dealer for service AUTO PUSH Knob By pressing the AUTO PUSH knob you have selected the electronic climate control system to be in the automatic mode The climate control system will automatically control the air temperature air distribution and the fan speed based on the temperature inside the vehicle the outside temperature and th...

Page 145: ...peed Turn this knob clockwise to raise the fan speed Turn this knob counterclockwise to lower the fan speed Turning the AUTO FAN knob overrides the automatic fan control mode The fan speed indicators will be illuminated while in the manual fan control mode Automatic Operation Press the AUTO PUSH knob when you want the system to automatically adjust the interior temperature to your preference When ...

Page 146: ... Driver Information Center DIC for two seconds The display in the DIC will also change from an English to a metric display To return to an English display repeat the above procedure Manual Operation You may override the automatic airflow distribution by turning the AUTO PUSH knob After you turn this knob the comfort setting will be displayed for five seconds then the outside temperature will be di...

Page 147: ...b may be selected at the same time The system will remain in RECIRC ON until the ignition is turned off then the system will return back to the previously selected mode RECIRC ON may be selected in all manual airflow modes except front defrost Operating the RECIRC ON mode in cold temperatures or under high humidity conditions may cause moisture to form on the inside of the windshield If this condi...

Page 148: ... very hot days the system will automatically go to the RECIRC ON mode and the temperature door will be positioned at the full cold position for maximum cooling You can choose the extreme comfort setting of 60_F 16_C but the system will not cool any faster by choosing the extreme comfort setting Heating In cold weather if the automatic mode is selected AUTO PUSH knob indicator light is on the syste...

Page 149: ... the rear window defogger is operating At speeds above 30 mph 48 km h the rear defogger will stay on until you press the R DEFOG button again At speeds below 30 mph 48 km h the rear window defogger will turn off automatically after about 10 minutes of use If you press it again the defogger will operate for about five minutes only You can also turn the defogger off by turning off the ignition Do no...

Page 150: ...to the desired comfort level The passenger s temperature control on the passenger s armrest will illuminate only if the headlamps or parking lamps are on Ventilation System Your vehicle s flow through ventilation system always allows outside air to flow through your vehicle when it is moving even when the system is off The direction of the air can be controlled by adjusting or closing the outlets ...

Page 151: ...eld and the hood free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The defroster and heater will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows if this area is clear D Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle Steering Wheel Controls for Climate Control Some heating and cooling controls can be adju...

Page 152: ...ning 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 you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it Setting the Clock Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears The letter A or P may appear on the display for AM or PM Then pres...

Page 153: ...er station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press this button and release it to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press the button again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning and SCAN will appear on the display If you press SCAN for more than two seconds the radio will change ...

Page 154: ...reble Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it TONE This feature allows you to choose preset bass and treble equalization settings designed for jazz vocal pop rock and classical stations JAZZ will appear on the display when you first press TONE Each time you press it another setting will appear on the display Press it again after CLASSIC appears and MANUAL will appear T...

Page 155: ...EJECT or RCL If E and a number appear on the radio display and the tape won t play because of an error it could be that D E10 The tape is tight and the player can t turn the tape hubs Remove the tape Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil Turn the tape over and repeat If the hubs do not turn easily your tape may be damaged and should not b...

Page 156: ...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 play a compact disc Press AM FM to return to the radio when a compact disc is playing Press TAPE CD t...

Page 157: ...y humid If so wait about an hour and try again If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected please contact your dealer If 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 Pre...

Page 158: ...n the display AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a disc is in the player TAPE CD Press this button to change to the tape or disc function when the radio is on and either a tape or CD is inserted Press AM FM to return to the radio while a CD or tape is playing The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening If you have the optional CD changer and the CD ...

Page 159: ... trays holds one disc Press the button on the back of the magazine and pull gently on one of the trays Load the trays from bottom to top placing a disc on the tray label side down If you load a disc label side up the disc will not play and an error will occur Gently push the tray back into the magazine slot Repeat this procedure for loading up to 12 discs in the magazine Once you have loaded the d...

Page 160: ... the changer All of the CD functions are controlled by the radio buttons except for ejecting the magazine Whenever a CD magazine with discs is loaded in the changer the compact disc symbol CDC will appear on the radio display If the CD changer is checking the magazine for CDs the CDC symbol will flash on the display until the changer is ready to play When a CD begins playing a disc and track numbe...

Page 161: ...e correct passage FWD 2 Press and hold this button to quickly advance within a track As the CD advances elapsed time will be displayed to help you find the correct passage PROG 3 Press this button to select the next disc in the magazine Each time you press PROG the disc number on the radio display will go to that of the next available CD If a CD cannot be played its number will be skipped when sel...

Page 162: ...s playing press AM FM You can also press this button to switch between a cassette tape CD or the CD changer if all three are loaded 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 nor...

Page 163: ...ress 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 Pres...

Page 164: ...wn The display will show indicating that the radio is no longer secured If the code entered is incorrect SEC will appear on the display The radio will remain secured until the correct code is entered When battery power is removed and later applied to a secured radio 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 ...

Page 165: ...interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to come and go Tips About Your Audio System Hearing damage from ...

Page 166: ...aminants 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 If this message appears on the display your cassette tape player needs to...

Page 167: ...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 168: ... 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 th...

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Page 171: ...ve Driving 4 3 Drunken Driving 4 5 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 10 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 14 Loss of Control 4 16 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 172: ...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 173: ...nk 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 the ...

Page 174: ...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 175: ...s 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 and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if yo...

Page 176: ...f a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 66 feet 20 m That could be a lot of distance in an emergency so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important And of course actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road whether it s pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehic...

Page 177: ...gine and begin to drive away your anti lock brake system will check itself You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves a little This is normal If there s a problem with the anti lock brake system this warning light will stay on See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index Here s how anti lock works Let s ...

Page 178: ... of you you won t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes Using Anti Lock Don t pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti lock work for you You may hear a motor or clicking noise during a hard stop but this is normal Traction Control System Your vehicle has a trac...

Page 179: ...light should come on briefly when you start the engine If it stays on or comes on while you are driving there s a problem with your traction control system See Traction Control System Warning Light in the Index When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly The traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle To limi...

Page 180: ...ng the button again The traction control system warning light should go off Braking in Emergencies With anti lock you can steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort Ma...

Page 181: ...or you can control Suppose you re steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places You can lose control Refer to Traction Control System in the Index What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the accelerator pedal ...

Page 182: ...First apply your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it...

Page 183: ...assing another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing D Driv...

Page 184: ...nce over your shoulder and check the blind spot D Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane Remember that your right outside mirror is convex The vehi...

Page 185: ...f your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these ...

Page 186: ... much road ahead D In remote areas watch for animals D If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision For e...

Page 187: ...s contract repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and aren t even aware of i...

Page 188: ...when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes 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...

Page 189: ...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 190: ... 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 191: ...ay If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the 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 ...

Page 192: ...ney Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before 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 ca...

Page 193: ...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 194: ...sh Shift down to let your engine assist your brakes on a steep 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 ...

Page 195: ...e in good shape for winter D You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk Include an ice scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a 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 coupl...

Page 196: ...But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all You can get wet ice when it 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 Keep your traction control system on It improves your ability to accelerate...

Page 197: ...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 198: ...un the engine to keep warm but be careful CAUTION Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You 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 ...

Page 199: ...u feel really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises 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 rec...

Page 200: ...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 201: ...hicle 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 stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of t...

Page 202: ... 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 rules Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer Load pulling components such as the engine transaxle wheel ass...

Page 203: ...t of the trailer D the weight of the trailer tongue D and the total weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never weigh more than 1000 lbs 450 kg But even that can be too heavy It depends on how you plan to use your rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all impo...

Page 204: ...ch 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 weigh 12 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items a...

Page 205: ... to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig And never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes Does you...

Page 206: ...aking and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right mo...

Page 207: ...cle and trailer lamps from time to time to be sure they re all working Once you disconnect the trailer lamps the bulb warning messages again can tell you if one of your vehicle lamps is out Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer w...

Page 208: ...ou 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 system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review this information before you start your ...

Page 209: ...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 9 Engine Overheating 5 12 Cooling System 5 18 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 19 Changing a Flat Tire 5 27 Compact Spare Tire 5 29 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Page 210: ... and off Press down on the button located on top of the steering column then release it to turn on the hazard warning flashers The HAZARD light on the instrument panel will also come on Your hazard flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers press the button down again When the flashers are on your turn signals won t work ...

Page 211: ...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 212: ...ehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or accessory power outlet 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 be covered by your warranty 4 Open the hoods and locate the other vehicle ...

Page 213: ...amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of that first If you don t explosive gas could be present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Don 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 6 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a sh...

Page 214: ...d positive cable to the remote positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery 8 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one ...

Page 215: ...on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery 10 Attach the cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there but the chance of sparks 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...

Page 216: ...r Vehicle CAUTION To help avoid serious personal injury to you or others D Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed D Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds D Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured D Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck D Always secure the vehicle on each side with separate safety chains when towing it D Use only the...

Page 217: ...Engine Coolant Temperature Gage in the Index Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode Should an overheated engine condition exist and the message HOT STOP ENGINE is displayed an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage In this mode you will notice a loss in power and engine performance This operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven t...

Page 218: ...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 219: ...ir 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 come back on y...

Page 220: ...ure Cap B Two Electric Engine Cooling 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 surge tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down ...

Page 221: ...Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty See O...

Page 222: ...n t your vehicle needs service How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at FULL COLD add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant at the coolant surge tank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information ...

Page 223: ... system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning 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 So use the recom...

Page 224: ...ine 1 You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about one quarter turn and then stop 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 slowly and remove i...

Page 225: ...sure cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches FULL COLD ...

Page 226: ...oward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by s...

Page 227: ...nd they could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the o...

Page 228: ...nside of the tire cover You can rest the cover near you for easy reference while you change the tire 1 Lift the tire cover to gain access to the spare tire and jacking equipment 2 Remove the wheel wrench and jack from the jack container 3 Remove the spare tire from the trunk The tools you ll be using include the jack A and the wheel wrench B ...

Page 229: ...over and pry the cover off Do not drop the cover or lay it face down as it could be scratched or damaged Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Position the wheel wrench securely over the wheel nuts to loosen but don t remove them 2 Attach the wheel wrench to the bolt on the end of the jack to create a jack handle ...

Page 230: ...ch wheel well is a notch in the frame to position the jack head You ll find the word JACK and an arrow stamped into the plastic near each notch Position the jack under the vehicle and raise the jack head until it fits firmly against the sheet metal next to the word JACK Do not raise the vehicle yet Put the compact spare near you ...

Page 231: ...the wheel wrench clockwise on the jack Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there s enough room for the spare tire to fit 6 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The whee...

Page 232: ...re tire on the wheel mounting surface 9 Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub If a nut cannot be tightened by hand use the wheel wrench and see your dealer right away 10 Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise on the jack Lower the jack completely ...

Page 233: ...ghtened 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 the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification 12 When the flat tire has been repaired or replaced install the wheel cover Be sure to position the alignment pin on the cover with the notch...

Page 234: ...jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger 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 Store the flat tire as far forward in the trunk as possible Store the jack and wheel wrench in their compartment in the trunk For storage the jack must be raised until the screw end is flush with the edg...

Page 235: ...y In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare tire 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 storage instructions label to replace your compact spare into your trunk properly ...

Page 236: ...where 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 car 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 ve...

Page 237: ... If you spin 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 You should turn your traction control system off See Traction Control Syste...

Page 238: ...yellowblue 5 30 NOTES ...

Page 239: ... Hood 6 11 Engine Oil 6 15 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 18 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 21 Engine Coolant 6 26 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 28 Brakes 6 31 Battery 6 33 Bulb Replacement 6 43 Tires 6 51 Appearance Care 6 51 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 6 55 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 6 57 Underbody Maintenance 6 57 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 58 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 6 59 Ve...

Page 240: ...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 241: ...your vehicle Fuel Use premium unleaded gasoline rated at 91 octane or higher for best performance You may use middle grade or regular unleaded gasolines but your vehicle may not accelerate as well It is 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 Associ...

Page 242: ...d by your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive 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 syst...

Page 243: ...l wouldn t be covered by your warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company 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 ...

Page 244: ...door on the driver s side of the vehicle press the button next to the trunk release button to the right of the steering column The ignition does not need to be on The remote fuel door release will work in all transaxle positions The fuel door can be opened manually in case of an electrical power failure To do so first open the trunk The release mechanism is on the driver s side of the vehicle at t...

Page 245: ...en 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 possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking soun...

Page 246: ... be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others D Dispense gasoline only into approved containers CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Do not fill a container while it is inside a vehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground D Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the...

Page 247: ...at will burn onto a hot engine The following sections tell you how to check fluids lubricants and important parts underhood Hood Release To open the hood first pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle located to the left of the steering wheel under the instrument panel Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the underhood release Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all ...

Page 248: ...ositive Battery Terminal B Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir C Power Steering Fluid Reservoir D Engine Oil Fill Cap E Engine Oil Dipstick F Brake Fluid Reservoir G Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick behind the air cleaner H Engine Coolant Surge Tank I Engine Air Cleaner Filter ...

Page 249: ...ding the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level When to Add Eng...

Page 250: ...ended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the Starburst symbol This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum 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...

Page 251: ...as SAE 20W 50 NOTICE Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines Starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM GoodwrenchR oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle If you are in an area where the temperature falls below 20_F 29_C consider using either an SAE 5W 30 synthetic oil or ...

Page 252: ...et the Oil Life Indicator Always reset the engine Oil Life Indicator to 100 percent after every oil change It will not reset itself To reset the OIL LIFE reminder do the following 1 With the ignition on press the ENG button so the OIL LIFE percentage is displayed 2 Press RESET and hold for five seconds The word RESET will appear then OIL LIFE 100 will be displayed What to Do with Used Oil Did you ...

Page 253: ... hose from the resonator channel 2 Release the tension of the wing screw clamp on the air intake hose where it attaches to the air cleaner cover near the top of the engine Just turn the wing screw counterclockwise then detach the hose from the air cleaner cover 3 To remove the air cleaner cover push the hose and resonator assembly rearward and up and hold them out of the way ...

Page 254: ...e corner of the air cleaner cover Release the sensor s electrical connector retainer and pull up 5 Unsnap the two clamps by pushing down on the top of the air cleaner cover and pushing in on the clamps toward the center of the cover Then remove the cover ...

Page 255: ...d Maintenance Services in the Index CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off NOTICE If the air cleaner filte...

Page 256: ...e 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 See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could ge...

Page 257: ...s are above 50_F 10_C If it s colder than 50_F 10_C you may have to drive longer Checking the Fluid Level D Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running D With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P D With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P D...

Page 258: ...the level into the cross hatched area on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill NOTICE We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRONR III because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transaxle Damage caus...

Page 259: ...t is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating in the Index A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine temperature D Let the warning lights and gages work as they should NOTICE When adding...

Page 260: ... your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning 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 If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack...

Page 261: ...e driver s side of the engine compartment CAUTION Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot ...

Page 262: ...hould be at the FULL COLD mark or a little higher If the message LOW ENGINE COOLANT is displayed on your Driver Information Center it means you re low on engine coolant Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture at the surge tank but only when the engine is cool ...

Page 263: ... spill coolant on a hot engine When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired ...

Page 264: ...essary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use...

Page 265: ...centrated 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 allows for expansion if freezing ...

Page 266: ...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 267: ...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 268: ...driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes 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 Brake linings should always be replace...

Page 269: ...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 one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label The battery is located under the rear seat cushion To access the battery see Removing the Rear Seat Cushion in the Index You don t need to access the b...

Page 270: ...r vehicle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you aren t careful See Jump Starting in the Index for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longe...

Page 271: ...ide and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps A Front Turn Signal B Headlamps The entire front headlamp assembly must be removed to replace the front turn signal A and low beam and high beam headlamp B bulbs You may find it easier to remove the air cleaner assembly when replacing bulbs on t...

Page 272: ...and clearance 2 Twist the bulb assembly one sixth of a turn counterclockwise and pull out the bulb assembly 3 Unclip the bulb assembly from the wiring harness and replace the bulb 4 Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to replace the bulb assembly headlamp housing air cleaner cover and tube 5 Replace the headlamp assembly by aligning the pin and tightening the two bolts to secure it ...

Page 273: ...Aiming Your vehicle has a headlamp system equipped with horizontal and vertical aim indicators The aim has been pre set at the factory and should need no further adjustment This is true even though your vertical and horizontal aim indicators may not fall exactly on the 0 zero marks on their scales If your vehicle is damaged in an accident the headlamp aim may be affected Aim adjustment may be nece...

Page 274: ...ached to it D The vehicle should be fully assembled and all other work stopped while headlamp aiming is being done D There should not be any cargo or loading of the vehicle except it should have a full tank of fuel and one person or 160 lbs 75 kg on the driver s seat D Close all doors D Tires should be properly inflated D Rock the vehicle to stabilize the suspension The headlamp aiming devices are...

Page 275: ...yellowblue 6 37 1 Turn the horizontal aiming screw A until the indicator B is lined up with zero 2 Turn the vertical aiming screw C until the level bubble D is lined up with zero ...

Page 276: ...lamp assembly if you need more hand clearance 2 Reach in and press the locking tab while twisting the bulb assembly one quarter of a turn counterclockwise 3 Replace the bulb and reverse Step 2 to reassemble 4 If you removed the headlamp assembly reassemble it by aligning the pin and tightening the two bolts to secure it Taillamps A Rear Turn Signal B Taillamps ...

Page 277: ... remove the plastic screws holding the carpeting in place and pull back the carpeting 2 Unscrew the convenience net attachment nut Open the trim panel door 3 Remove the two wing nuts now exposed 4 Remove the taillamp filler screw located to the side of the taillamp filler panel ...

Page 278: ...through 5 to replace the taillamp filler wing nuts and carpeting Rear Turn Signal The rear turn signal bulb is located on the outboard edge of the taillamp assembly Follow the taillamp procedure for replacing a turn signal bulb Back Up Lamps To replace a back up lamp do the following 1 Remove the license plate to expose the bulb cover ...

Page 279: ...llowblue 6 41 2 Use a 10 mm socket to remove the four bolts There are two bolts on each side of the cover 3 Pry off the cover and pull down to access the bulbs 4 Press the locking tab of the bulb assembly ...

Page 280: ...erior Lamps Front and Rear Reading Lamps To change the bulbs in the front and rear reading lamps do the following 1 Carefully insert a flat head screwdriver in the slot between the lens cover and molding 2 Gently pry the lens cover away to expose the reading lamp bulb The lens cover should pop off 3 Remove the bulb from its assembly and install a new bulb 4 Snap the lens cover back in place ...

Page 281: ...ull the blade assembly off the wiper arm B 3 Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm For the proper windshield wiper blade replacement length and type see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index Tires Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service see your Oldsmo...

Page 282: ...amaged replace them Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire Loading Information label which is on the rear edge of the driver s door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km NOTICE Don t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right It s not If your ...

Page 283: ...tice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It s Time for New Tires and Wheel Replacement later in this section for more information The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index...

Page 284: ...lat Tire in the Index When It s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true D You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire D You can see cord or fabric showing through t...

Page 285: ...r tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could have a crash Using tires of diff...

Page 286: ...ded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest ...

Page 287: ... driving on a smooth road your wheels may need to be rebalanced Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will kno...

Page 288: ...riven It could fail suddenly and cause an accident If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains NOTICE Use 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 ...

Page 289: ...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 290: ... 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 291: ...rasive cleaners furniture polish 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 m...

Page 292: ... Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with 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...

Page 293: ...ace or they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxi...

Page 294: ... rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on any wheels other than chrome plated wheels Use chrome poli...

Page 295: ...orrosion rust can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with 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 car washing ...

Page 296: ...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 297: ...nd the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th 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 the underside of the 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 ...

Page 298: ...cuit breaker in the wiring harness 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 Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker and a fuse in the fuse panel on the other side of the instrument panel If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc th...

Page 299: ...e wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers 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 correct amp rating Two spare fuses are located below the fuse p...

Page 300: ... To open it push the latch to the left then pull and the door will open 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 To close the fuse door press the door closed and it will latch ...

Page 301: ...nition 1 Memory Set 10 Powertrain Control Module VATS PASS KeyRII 11 Auxiliary Power 12 Interior Lamps 13 Shift Solenoids 14 Linear EGR Fuse Usage 15 Cruise Control 16 Perimeter Lights 17 Driver Information Center 18 Converter Oxygen Sensors 19 Radio 20 Open 21 Climate Control Relay 22 Fog Lamps 23 Windshield Wipers 24 Flat Pack Motor 25 TMNSS 26 Cigarette Lighter 27 Crank Air Bag Module 28 Climat...

Page 302: ...ushion The battery s ground terminal and some relay wires are exposed To help avoid damage to the battery and wires be careful when removing or reinstalling the seat cushion Do not remove covers from covered parts Do not store anything under the seat as objects could touch exposed wires and cause a short To Remove the Rear Seat Cushion 1 Pull up on the front of the cushion to release the front hoo...

Page 303: ... the wire loops on the back frame 3 With the seat cushion lowered push rearward and then press down on the seat cushion until the spring locks on both ends engage 4 Check to make sure the safety belts are properly routed and that no portion of any safety belt is trapped under the seat Also make sure the seat cushion is secured Rear Compartment Fuse Blocks Once the seat is removed you ll find two f...

Page 304: ...rol Relay 3 Trunk Release Relay 4 Open 5 Fuel Pump Relay 6 Driver Door Unlock Relay 7 10 Open 11 Rear Defogger Relay Upper Zone 12 Rear Defogger Relay Lower Zone 13 Open 14 Spare 15 Spare 16 Spare 17 22 Open 23 Direct Accessory Power Acces sory Relay 24 Open ...

Page 305: ...3 Open 4 Breaker Power Window Sunroof 5 6 Spare 7 Open 8 9 Spare 10 Open 11 Breaker Power Seat 12 13 Spare 14 Open 15 Power Seat 16 Breaker Headlamps 17 HVAC Blower Motor 18 Powertrain Control Module PASS KeyRII 19 Ignition 3 20 Ignition 1 ...

Page 306: ... Interior Lamps 29 Hazard Lamps Stoplamps 30 Parking Lamps 31 Heated Outside Mirror 32 Open Fuse Usage 33 Fuel Door Release 34 Cooling Fan Relay 35 Battery Thermistor 36 Instrument Panel Power Antenna Remote CD Changer Radio Chassis 37 Instrument Panel Remote Accessory Power Module Oil Level Indicator ALDL 38 Heated Seats 39 Fuel Pump 40 Open 41 Rear Defog 2 42 Rear Defog 1 ...

Page 307: ...69 Engine Compartment Fuse Block Fuse Usage 1 Air Conditioning Center 2 Open 3 Open 4 Horn 5 Open 6 Fog Lamp 2 7 Cooling Fan 2 8 Cooling Fan 3 9 Cooling Fan 10 ABS Main 11 ABS Pump Motor 12 Fog Lamp 13 Horn 14 Open ...

Page 308: ... and metric conversions Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index for more information Engine Code L47 4 0L V 8 Automatic Transaxle Overdrive When draining or replacing torque converter more fluid may be needed Pan Removal Drain Plug and Replacement 11 0 quarts 10 4 L After Complete Overhaul 12 6 quarts 12 0 L When performing either transaxle procedure check fluid level when d...

Page 309: ...ons VIN Engine Code C Type V8 Displacement 4 L Horsepower 250 Compression Ratio 10 3 1 Firing Order 1 2 7 3 4 5 6 8 Thermostat Temperature Specification 180_F 82_C Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning 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 Maintenan...

Page 310: ...m Rear Tread 62 5 inches 159 0 cm Engine Accessory Belt Routing The 4 0 L V8 engine uses an engine accessory belt This diagram shows the features connected by the belt routing See Maintenance Schedule in the Index for when to check the belt 1 Tensioner Arm Pulley 2 Power Steering Pump Pulley 3 Idler Pulley 4 Alternator Pulley 5 Air Conditioner Compressor Pulley 6 Harmonic Balancer ...

Page 311: ...to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 3 How This Section is Organized 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 14 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 18 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 20 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 22 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Page 312: ...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 313: ...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 314: ...estions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part 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 s...

Page 315: ...cate the suspension and steering linkage transaxle shift linkage parking brake cable guides and underbody contact points and linkage Your vehicle has an Engine Oil Life Monitor This monitor will show you when to change the engine oil and filter usually between 3 000 miles 5 000 km and 7 500 miles 12 500 km since your last oil change Under severe conditions the indicator may come on before 3 000 mi...

Page 316: ...25 000 km j Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote j Lubricate chassis components or at each engine oil and filter change See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Check O...

Page 317: ...ubricate chassis components or at each engine oil and filter change See footnote j Inspect throttle body bore and valve plates for deposits open the throttle valve and inspect all surfaces Clean as required 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 j Replace air cleaner f...

Page 318: ... If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote j Lubricate chassis components or at each engine oil and filter change See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j Change automatic transaxle fluid and bott...

Page 319: ...n the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote j Lubricate chassis components or at each engine oil and filter change 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 Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index An Emi...

Page 320: ...ice 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 67 500 Miles 112 500 km j Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote j Lubricate ...

Page 321: ...500 km j Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote j Lubricate chassis components or at each engine oil and filter change 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 Check Oil...

Page 322: ...ct 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 97 500 Miles 162 500 km j Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote j L...

Page 323: ...quent trailer towing Uses 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 i...

Page 324: ... 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 325: ...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 326: ...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 327: ...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 328: ...lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears 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 wh...

Page 329: ...lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Inspect other brake parts including calipers parking brake etc You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or condition...

Page 330: ... Index Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 Brake Fluid USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT 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 requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Power Steering System GM Power Ste...

Page 331: ...nchor 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 Fuel Door Hinge Glove Box Door Console Door Hinge Rear Compartment Lid Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Pa...

Page 332: ...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 333: ...yellowblue 7 23 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 334: ...yellowblue 7 24 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 335: ...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 336: ...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 337: ...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 338: ...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 339: ...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 340: ...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 341: ...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 342: ...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 343: ...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 344: ...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 345: ... 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 346: ...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 347: ...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 348: ...yellowblue 8 14 NOTES ...

Page 349: ...Antifreeze 6 21 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 68 4 7 Brakes 4 7 Anti Lockout Feature 2 9 Anti Theft Radio 3 20 Appearance Care 6 51 Appearance Care Materials 6 58 Arbitration Program 8 3 8 4 Ashtrays 2 53 Assist Handles 2 54 Audio Controls Steering Wheel 3 22 Audio Equipment Adding 3 24 Audio Systems 3 10 Automatic Door Locks 2 5 Electronic Climate Control 3 2 Overdrive B 2 26 Automatic T...

Page 350: ...0 3 13 Care 3 24 Errors 3 13 Cellular Telephone 2 54 Center Passenger Position 1 32 Central Door Unlocking System 2 4 Certification Label 4 30 Chains Safety 4 35 Chains Tire 6 50 Change Oil Soon Message 2 78 Changing a Flat Tire 5 19 Check Oil Level Warning 2 79 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 51 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 57 Child Restraints 1 37 Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1 42 Sec...

Page 351: ... Light 2 74 Customer Assistance For Text Telephone Users 8 4 Information 8 1 Offices 8 4 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 2 Damage Finish 6 57 Damage Sheet Metal 6 57 Date Display 2 81 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 2 42 Dead Battery 5 3 Defects Reporting Safety 8 10 Defensive Driving 4 2 Defogger Rear Window 3 7 Defogging 3 7 Defrosting 3 7 Delayed Illumination 2 45 Delayed Locking 2 6 DIC 2 75 Dimen...

Page 352: ...cation 6 59 Oil Level Check 7 14 Overheating 5 9 Running While Parked 2 32 Specifications 6 71 Starting Your 2 21 Engine Message DIC 2 78 Engine Oil 6 11 Adding 6 11 Additives 6 14 Checking 6 11 Life Indicator 2 78 6 14 Life Monitor 2 78 6 14 Pressure Light 2 73 Used 6 14 When to Change 6 14 Estimated Time of Arrival 2 80 Exhaust Engine 2 31 Exit Lighting 2 45 Express Down Window 2 33 Fabric Clean...

Page 353: ...36 2 42 Aiming 6 35 Bulb Replacement 6 33 High Beam Indicator 2 36 High Low Beam Changer 2 36 Wiring 6 60 Hearing Impaired Customer Assistance 8 4 Heated Outside Mirror 2 51 Heated Seats 1 5 Heating 3 6 High Beam Headlamps 2 36 High Beam Indicator Light 2 36 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 23 Hitches Trailer 4 35 Hood Checking Things Under 6 8 Release 6 9 Horn 2 33 Hydroplaning 4 1...

Page 354: ...Lights Air Bag Readiness 1 22 2 65 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 2 68 4 7 Battery Warning 2 66 Brake System Warning 2 66 Cruise 2 74 Engine Oil Pressure 2 73 High Beam Indicator 2 36 Interior 2 44 Parking Brake Indicator 2 67 Safety Belt Reminder 1 8 2 65 Service Engine Soon 2 71 Traction Active 4 9 Traction Control System Active 2 69 4 9 Traction Control System Warning 2 68 4 9 Traction Off Warn...

Page 355: ...function Lever 2 34 Net Convenience 2 52 Neutral Automatic Transaxle 2 25 New Vehicle Break In 2 19 Night Vision 4 16 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 71 Odometer 2 63 Odometer Trip 2 63 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Oil Engine 6 11 Oil Life Indicator 2 78 6 14 Oil Life Monitor 2 78 6 14 Oil Pressure Light 2 73 Oil Pressure Message 2 78 OnStarR 2 54 Overdrive Automatic Transaxle B 2 26 Overheated E...

Page 356: ...y Locks 2 7 Outside Seat Position 1 27 Safety Belt Comfort Guides 1 30 Seat Passengers 1 27 Storage Armrest 2 51 Turn Signal Bulb Replacement 6 38 6 40 Window Defogger 3 7 Rearview Mirror 2 47 Compass Calibration 2 48 Compass Variance 2 49 Electrochromic Day Night 2 47 Heated Outside 2 51 Parallel Park Assist 2 50 With Compass 2 47 Recall on DIC 2 82 Reclining Front Seatbacks 1 6 Recreational Vehi...

Page 357: ...and Babies 1 34 Use During Pregnancy 1 20 Why They Work 1 9 Safety Chains 4 35 Safety Defects Reporting 8 10 Safety Warnings and Symbols iii Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 4 Seat Cushion Removing the Rear 6 64 Seatback Reclining Front 1 6 Seats Controls 1 2 Heated 1 5 Lumbar Control 1 3 Memory Seat and Mirrors 1 3 1 4 2 11 Power 1 2 Securing a Child Restraint 1 42 1 44 1 46 Second Gear Automatic...

Page 358: ...achometer 2 64 Taillamp Bulb Replacement 6 38 Tape Player Care 3 24 Temperature Button Climate Control System 3 3 Temperature Control Passenger 3 8 Theater Dimming 2 45 Theft 2 15 THEFTLOCKR 3 20 Thermostat 6 21 Third Gear Automatic Transaxle 2 26 Tilt Steering Wheel 2 34 Time Setting the 3 10 Tire Loading Information Label 4 30 Tires 6 43 Alignment and Balance 6 49 Buying New 6 47 Chains 6 50 Cha...

Page 359: ... Control 2 9 Universal 2 56 Transportation Courtesy 8 7 Trip Odometer 2 63 Trunk Lock 2 14 Release Remote 2 14 Security Override 2 15 Trunk Mounted Compact Disc Changer 3 17 TTY Users 8 4 Turn and Lane Change Signals 2 35 Turn Signal On Chime 2 35 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 2 34 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer 4 37 Twilight Sentinel R 2 44 Underbody Flushing Service 7 17 Underbody Maintena...

Page 360: ...ut Torque 5 25 6 71 Replacement 6 49 Wrench 5 20 Window Lock 2 33 Windows 2 33 Express Down 2 33 Power 2 33 Windshield Washer 2 38 Fluid 2 38 6 26 Fluid Level Check 7 14 Windshield Wipers 2 37 Blade Check 7 15 Blade Replacement 6 43 6 71 7 15 Cleaning the Blade 6 54 Fuses 6 60 Winter Driving 4 25 Wiper Blades Cleaning 6 54 Wiring Headlamp 6 60 Wood Panels Care 6 53 Wrecker Towing 5 8 Wrench Wheel ...

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