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Engine Coolant Heater (Option)

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plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting
your vehicle. At temperatures above 32

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use of the coolant heater is not required.

Summary of Contents for 2002 Alero

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Page 3: ...eneral Motors of Canada Limited 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 yo...

Page 4: ...d 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 c...

Page 5: ...nt colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle may be equipped with components and labels that us...

Page 6: ...v These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle...

Page 7: ...People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 13 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 14 Driver Position 1 21 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 22 Right Front Passenger Position 1 22 Supplemental Re...

Page 8: ...adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehi...

Page 9: ...n the lever located under the front of the driver s seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever Try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into...

Page 10: ...or lower the front of the seat cushion by holding the front of the control up or down D Raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion by holding the rear of the control up or down Manual Lumbar Support...

Page 11: ...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...

Page 12: ...seat The seatback latch is designed for one handed operation To fold a front seatback forward lift the seatback latch fully without pushing forward on the seatback to unlock it Then the seatback will...

Page 13: ...N If an easy entry right front seat isn t locked it can move In a sudden stop or crash the person sitting there could be injured After you ve used it be sure to push rearward on an easy entry seat to...

Page 14: ...it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTIO...

Page 15: ...ven buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or kille...

Page 16: ...1 10 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop...

Page 17: ...1 11 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel...

Page 18: ...even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I...

Page 19: ...est number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size...

Page 20: ...Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder bel...

Page 21: ...s you pull up on the shoulder belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less...

Page 22: ...er to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without squeezing the release bu...

Page 23: ...is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase inju...

Page 24: ...ou 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 cau...

Page 25: ...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...

Page 26: ...sted 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...

Page 27: ...n 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 inju...

Page 28: ...right front passenger Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag But these air bags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply wit...

Page 29: ...or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor...

Page 30: ...24 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 sid...

Page 31: ...hold level If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn t move or deform the threshold level is about 9 to 14 mph 14 to 23 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle desig...

Page 32: ...ded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions What will you see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it q...

Page 33: ...ehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system comman...

Page 34: ...to an air bag when it inflates Avoid wires wrapped with yellow tape or yellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the per...

Page 35: ...more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it Pull up on the latch pl...

Page 36: ...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 be...

Page 37: ...mfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better positions the bel...

Page 38: ...the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip 2 Slide the guide under and past the belt The elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and in...

Page 39: ...ions earlier in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides Pu...

Page 40: ...4 Center Passenger Position Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the be...

Page 41: ...one in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints...

Page 42: ...uch until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will su...

Page 43: ...are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatibl...

Page 44: ...ants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A youn...

Page 45: ...restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surfac...

Page 46: ...urfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positione...

Page 47: ...aps and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type...

Page 48: ...ld restraint in the right front seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat Wherever you install it b...

Page 49: ...n the United States some child restraints also have a top strap If your child restraint has a top strap it should be anchored Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points Be sure to use...

Page 50: ...for Children LATCH System Your vehicle has the LATCH system You ll find anchors A in the rear outside seat positions To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system each s...

Page 51: ...g child restraint that has attaching points B at its base and a top tether anchor C or a rear facing child restraint that has attaching points B as shown here With this system use the LATCH system ins...

Page 52: ...g a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion 2 Put the child restra...

Page 53: ...e Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch pla...

Page 54: ...If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 5 Push and pull the child restraint in different...

Page 55: ...child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate an...

Page 56: ...ns to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Right...

Page 57: ...a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the la...

Page 58: ...estraint You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To rem...

Page 59: ...belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs...

Page 60: ...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 bod...

Page 61: ...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...

Page 62: ...r impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maint...

Page 63: ...nt Heater Option 2 26 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 30 Manual Transaxle Operation 2 32 Parking Brake 2 33 Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only 2 35 Shifting Out of PARK P Automatic Transaxl...

Page 64: ...cle with the windows closed is dangerous A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially...

Page 65: ...n a small amount If the rear of the switch is pressed all the way down the window will go all the way down To stop the window while it is lowering press the front of the switch To raise the window pre...

Page 66: ...le with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don...

Page 67: ...the tag in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have one made easily using this tag If you need a new key go to your dealer for the correct key code See Roadside Assistance in the Ind...

Page 68: ...nable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it D Outsiders can easily enter th...

Page 69: ...ram your vehicle to have all of the doors lock when you move your shift lever out of PARK P to REVERSE R if your vehicle has an automatic transaxle or when the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph 8 km...

Page 70: ...ock when the transaxle is shifted out of PARK P No automatic door unlock D Mode 4 No automatic door lock or unlock One of the four operating modes may be selected and programmed by the driver on vehic...

Page 71: ...the driver to delay the actual locking of the vehicle This feature will not operate if the key is left in the ignition See Anti Lockout Protection later in this section When the lower part of the dri...

Page 72: ...nside when this feature is in use If you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on do the following 1 Unlock the door from the inside 2 Then open the door from the outside If you don t can...

Page 73: ...s from the inside then get out and close the door Remote Keyless Entry System If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet 1 m...

Page 74: ...f battery replacement is necessary See the instructions that follow D If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Operation The following functions are availab...

Page 75: ...transmitter to lock the doors or use the delayed locking feature the parking lamps will flash and the horn will chirp The programmable horn chirp can be disabled by pressing and holding either of the...

Page 76: ...lacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery in the remote keyless entry transmit...

Page 77: ...nconsciousness and even death CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the bo...

Page 78: ...speed is less than 2 mph 3 km h Remote Trunk Release Lockout The switch is located on the inside of the trunk lid mounted to the trunk lid latch To turn the lockout on slide the switch all the way to...

Page 79: ...ocated inside the trunk on the trunk latch This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle up to open the trunk from the inside Trap Resistant Trunk Kit To help prevent a chi...

Page 80: ...le will be locked And remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area...

Page 81: ...en turn the ignition to OFF before attempting to start the engine again 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 fo...

Page 82: ...en the ignition is off and the key is in the ignition NOTICE If your key seems stuck in OFF and you can t turn it be sure you are using the correct key if so is it all the way in Turn the key only wit...

Page 83: ...gnition is turned to OFF Your radio will work when the ignition key is in ON or ACCESSORY Once the key is turned from ON to OFF the radio will continue to work up to 10 minutes or until the driver s d...

Page 84: ...seconds to warm up your vehicle is ready to be driven Don t race your engine when it s cold If the weather is below freezing 32_F or 0_C let the engine run for a few minutes to warm up 3 If your engi...

Page 85: ...Do this until the engine starts As soon as it does let go of the key 3 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerato...

Page 86: ...8_C or colder the engine coolant heater can help You ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior...

Page 87: ...shock Also the wrong 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 reac...

Page 88: ...uld 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...

Page 89: ...sn 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...

Page 90: ...hing may be wrong with a transaxle system sensor If you drive very far that way your vehicle can be damaged So if this happens have your vehicle serviced right away Until then you can use SECOND 2 whe...

Page 91: ...can damage your engine 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 shift lever is put in FIRST...

Page 92: ...put the shift lever into NEUTRAL and let up on the clutch Press the clutch pedal back down Then shift into FIRST 1 SECOND 2 Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift int...

Page 93: ...ERSE R the ignition can be turned to OFF and the key removed Shift Speeds CAUTION If you skip a gear when you downshift you could lose control of your vehicle You could injure yourself or others Don t...

Page 94: ...ll the parking brake handle up until you can press the release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake handle all the way down NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your r...

Page 95: ...e on fairly 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 2 Move the s...

Page 96: ...e shift lever away from PARK P without first pushing the button If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock Automatic Transaxle If you are parking on a hill an...

Page 97: ...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 ignition key to ACC 2 Apply and hold the regular brake until the end of Step 5 3 Shift to...

Page 98: ...ciousness 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...

Page 99: ...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 r...

Page 100: ...he left side of the steering column To tilt the wheel hold the wheel and pull the lever toward you Then move the wheel to a comfortable position and release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn S...

Page 101: ...l return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows flash rapidly a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burne...

Page 102: ...to low beam pull the turn signal lever toward you Flash to Pass This feature lets you use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass To use it pull the turn sign...

Page 103: ...pers will stop after one wipe If you want more wipes hold the band on mist longer Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to...

Page 104: ...ake system warning light is on CAUTION D Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic D Cruise c...

Page 105: ...t on the instrument panel cluster will come on 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This...

Page 106: ...his your vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster The accelerate feature will only work after you turn on the cruise control by pressing the CST SET button Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control...

Page 107: ...f Cruise Control There are five ways to turn off the cruise control D Step on the brake pedal D Press the cruise control CANCEL button D Press the cruise control RES ACCL button and the CST SET button...

Page 108: ...hicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional daytime running lamps...

Page 109: ...systems so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system The DRL and ALC systems will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting...

Page 110: ...bwheel When using the fog lamps the ignition must be on as well as the parking lamps or the low beam headlamps Press the button to turn the fog lamps on An indicator light on the button will glow when...

Page 111: ...ignition to provide an illuminated exit Mirror Reading Lamps If Equipped Press the button on the bottom portion of the rearview mirror to turn on the lamps Press the other side of the button to turn t...

Page 112: ...to on again Mirrors Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror The mirror can be adjusted two ways First to adjust the height of the mirror adjust the arm that connects the mirror to the windshield Second adju...

Page 113: ...each mirror so that you can see a little of the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirro...

Page 114: ...r of the center console to use the rear seat cupholders Convenience Net If Equipped Your vehicle may have a convenience net You ll see it just inside the back wall of the trunk Put small loads like gr...

Page 115: ...overheat damaging the lighter and the heating element You can also remove the cigarette lighter to plug in additional accessories Be sure to follow the proper installation instructions that are inclu...

Page 116: ...Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods can drain the battery Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or ada...

Page 117: ...he sunroof to the vent position you must first open the sunshade by hand Then push the switch back and release it To fully open the sunroof push the switch back again and release it In both the vent a...

Page 118: ...2 56 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 119: ...System G Side Window Defogger Vent H Fog Lamp Button If Equipped I Instrument Panel Brightness Thumbwheel J Turn Signal Multifunction Lever K Hood Release Handle L Cruise Control Switches M Tilt Wheel...

Page 120: ...uch fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economically Your vehicle is equipped with this cluster or one very similar to it It includes indicator warning lights and g...

Page 121: ...er then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odomete...

Page 122: ...dicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warn...

Page 123: ...f the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the air b...

Page 124: ...ight away Driving while this light is on could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner...

Page 125: ...ve the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warnin...

Page 126: ...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 wh...

Page 127: ...t will go off again when the vehicle leaves the rough surface If the Enhanced Traction System warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on and the pa...

Page 128: ...n you turn your ignition on If this light comes on and stays on and you hear a chime the coolant level in your vehicle is low See Engine Coolant in the Index If the light is on along with an overheat...

Page 129: ...ially cleared pavement When the LOW TIRE PRESSURE light comes on you should stop as soon as you can and check all your tires for damage If a tire is flat see If a Tire Goes Flat in the Index Also chec...

Page 130: ...er environment The SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem...

Page 131: ...ired Emission Inspection Maintenance test This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not running If the light doesn t come on have it repa...

Page 132: ...flashing follow the previous steps and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualified service center for service If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by...

Page 133: ...and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent...

Page 134: ...the engine is not running the light will come on as a test to show you it is working but the light will go out when the engine is running If it doesn t come on with the ignition on you may have a pro...

Page 135: ...se LOW OIL light may be generated when parking on steep grades The oil level monitoring system only checks oil level during the brief period between when the key is on and the engine is cranking It do...

Page 136: ...m is not working properly Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock and you should see your dealer Cruise Light The CRUISE light comes on whenever you set your cruise control Low Washer Light United S...

Page 137: ...nears empty the light will come on and you will hear a chime You still have a little fuel left but you should get more soon Here are four things that some owners ask about None of these show a proble...

Page 138: ...3 5 Rear Window Defogger 3 5 Ventilation System 3 7 Audio Systems 3 7 Setting the Clock 3 7 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System RDS 3 15 AM FM St...

Page 139: ...enter knob to the desired temperature for comfort Bi Level In this position the airflow comes through the instrument panel outlets and through the floor outlets Set the center knob to the desired temp...

Page 140: ...is selected the air conditioning compressor will run automatically to help dry the air in the vehicle Air Conditioning The air conditioner and heater work best if you keep your windows closed while u...

Page 141: ...temperature knob as desired To defrost the front window quickly turn the temperature knob all the way in the red area Use front defroster and adjust the fan to the highest speed To warm passengers whi...

Page 142: ...ff the ignition Do not attach a temporary vehicle license across the defogger grid on the rear window NOTICE Don t use a razor blade or anything else sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do y...

Page 143: ...such as leaves The heater and defroster will work better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows D Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects to help air circulate thro...

Page 144: ...etting the Clock Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears The letters AM or PM will appear on the display Then press and hold MN until the correct minute appears The clock may be set with the...

Page 145: ...ations tSEEKu Press the right or left arrow to go to the next or previous station and stay there The radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only The sound will mute while seeking tSCANu Pres...

Page 146: ...display Press the knob above the AUDIO button to extend it then turn the knob to increase or decrease When you use this knob the radio s tone setting will switch to manual If a station is weak or nois...

Page 147: ...em is equipped with a Radio Data System RDS RDS mode gives you many useful new features With RDS the radio can do the following D Seek only to stations with the types of programs you want to listen to...

Page 148: ...ant to interrupt on An asterisk will appear next to the PTY name for example CLASSICAL When you are listening to a compact disc the last selected RDS FM station will interrupt play if that selected PT...

Page 149: ...e traffic announcements The traffic announcement brackets will appear on the display TRAF will appear on the display if the current station broadcasts traffic announcements If the current station does...

Page 150: ...elease it to play the passage The display will show elapsed time 4 RDM Random Press this pushbutton to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RDM and the track number will appear on th...

Page 151: ...play will show the CD icon Eject Press this button to eject a CD The eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pr...

Page 152: ...the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use SCV select OFF Finding a Station BAND Press this butt...

Page 153: ...nd the equalization that you selected will also be automatically selected for that pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble AUDIO Press and release the AUDIO butt...

Page 154: ...udio system is equipped with a Radio Data System RDS RDS mode gives you many useful new features With RDS the radio can do the following D Seek only to stations with the types of programs you want to...

Page 155: ...e P TYPE button until you hear a beep on the PTY you want to interrupt on An asterisk will appear next to the PTY name for example CLASSICAL When you are listening to a cassette or compact disc the la...

Page 156: ...affic announcements The traffic announcement brackets will appear on the display TRAF will appear on the display if the current station broadcasts traffic announcements If the current station does not...

Page 157: ...is off first press the button with the eject symbol on it or the RCL knob If an error appears on the radio display the tape won t play because of an error See Cassette Tape Messages later in this sec...

Page 158: ...hold either arrow for more than two seconds until you hear a beep and SCAN appears on the display The tape will go to the next selection play for a few seconds then go on to the next selection Press t...

Page 159: ...ou should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player For additional information see Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index If any error occurs repeatedly or if an e...

Page 160: ...or more than two seconds until you hear a beep and SCAN appears on the display The disc will go to the next track play for a few seconds then go on to the next track Press this button again to stop sc...

Page 161: ...dealer when reporting the problem Theft Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCKR is designed to discourage theft of your radio The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification N...

Page 162: ...p avoid hearing loss or damage do the following 1 Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting 2 Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipm...

Page 163: ...lity try a known good cassette to see if it is the tape or the tape player at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player The recommended cleaning method for...

Page 164: ...he 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...

Page 165: ...ds to be attached to the glass be sure that you do not damage the grid lines for the AM FM antenna There is enough space between the lines to attach a cellular telephone antenna without interfering wi...

Page 166: ...Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Enhanced Traction System ETS 4 11 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in Rain and on W...

Page 167: ...ventable 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 goi...

Page 168: ...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 Bu...

Page 169: ...s 0 05 percent in both France and Germany 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 cours...

Page 170: ...in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that perso...

Page 171: ...Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or thr...

Page 172: ...push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be h...

Page 173: ...about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The comp...

Page 174: ...very best braking Enhanced Traction System ETS Your vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced Traction System ETS that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system op...

Page 175: ...ingly To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should always leave the Enhanced Traction System on But you can turn the system off if you prefer To turn the system on or off pres...

Page 176: ...get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose...

Page 177: ...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 depend...

Page 178: ...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...

Page 179: ...rs are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the b...

Page 180: ...he acceleration skid If you do not have the Enhanced Traction System or if the system is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicl...

Page 181: ...roads Your headlamps can light up only so 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 No one can see as well at night as in the day...

Page 182: ...act 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 hea...

Page 183: ...ast 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...

Page 184: ...ter that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing...

Page 185: ...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...

Page 186: ...ou 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 t...

Page 187: ...ng for any distance at higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you re ready Try to be well rested If you must start when...

Page 188: ...s it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tire...

Page 189: ...s and also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads D Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the...

Page 190: ...driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane D As you go over the top of a hill be alert The...

Page 191: ...ions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the ti...

Page 192: ...tions See Enhanced Traction System in the Index Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have the anti lock braking system yo...

Page 193: ...ummon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe D Turn on your hazard flashers D Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow D Put on extra clothing or w...

Page 194: ...s long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps th...

Page 195: ...See Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing following Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing D What s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure you read th...

Page 196: ...parking brake 4 To prevent your battery from draining while the vehicle is being towed remove the following fuses from the left side instrument panel fuse block WIPER PCM ACC and IPC BFC ACC See Instr...

Page 197: ...ing brake 2 Remove the key from the ignition switch 3 Put the fuse back in NOTICE Make sure that the towing speed does not exceed 65 mph 110 km h or your vehicle could be badly damaged NOTICE Do not t...

Page 198: ...ehicle in PARK P for automatic transaxles and NEUTRAL for manual transaxles 3 Set the parking brake and then remove the key For manual transaxle vehicles the shift lever must be in REVERSE R before re...

Page 199: ...in your vehicle and the total weight that you can carry This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options The other...

Page 200: ...an shorten the life of your vehicle 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...

Page 201: ...d read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability...

Page 202: ...ictions when towing a trailer Don t drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers or no more than 55 mph 90 km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts Three important considerations have to d...

Page 203: ...If you re using a weight carrying hitch or a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the t...

Page 204: ...d water can too Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road...

Page 205: ...are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still w...

Page 206: ...Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and or extra wiring Check with your dealer The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you sig...

Page 207: ...tart to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here s how to do it 1 Apply your regular brakes but don t shift...

Page 208: ...ulling 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 syst...

Page 209: ...that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 11 Cooling System 5 18 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 18 Chan...

Page 210: ...ment panel Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press th...

Page 211: ...to burn you If you don 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...

Page 212: ...re Put an automatic transaxle in PARK P or a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by...

Page 213: ...and get medical help immediately 5 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables...

Page 214: ...e a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t let...

Page 215: ...s 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that has the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service NOTI...

Page 216: ...rom the vehicle with good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle Towing Your Vehicle Consult your...

Page 217: ...engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down...

Page 218: ...eam try this for a minute or so 1 If your air conditioner is on turn it off 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shi...

Page 219: ...ling 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 I...

Page 220: ...o 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...

Page 221: ...e warranty How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank NOTICE This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely d...

Page 222: ...burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coola...

Page 223: ...ld 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 col...

Page 224: ...oolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about two or two and one half turns If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop...

Page 225: ...ark for at least five minutes 4 With the coolant surge tank pressure 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 fan...

Page 226: ...ou want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use your jacking eq...

Page 227: ...nd change a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you ll need is in the trunk 1 Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk Turn the center retainer nut on the compact spare tire cov...

Page 228: ...re tire See Compact Spare Tire later in this section for more information about the compact spare 4 Remove the jack and wheel wrench from the trunk Your vehicle s jack and wheel wrench are stored in a...

Page 229: ...eel wrench to loosen them Do not pry off wheel covers or center caps that have plastic wheel nut caps 2 Remove the wheel cover or center cap 3 If your vehicle is equipped with a wheel cover or hubcap...

Page 230: ...jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack i...

Page 231: ...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 wheel could come off and c...

Page 232: ...fall off causing a serious accident 10 Install the compact spare tire 11 Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held a...

Page 233: ...et new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 lb ft 140 N m NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake...

Page 234: ...loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Store the flat tire in the compact spare tire compartment Place the tire in the compartment then secure the adapter and wing n...

Page 235: ...se 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 Compa...

Page 236: ...Tire Pressure Monitor in the Index The system may not work correctly when the compact spare is installed on the vehicle Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you c...

Page 237: ...ires 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 Ro...

Page 238: ...the Hood 6 13 Engine Oil 6 20 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 22 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 23 Manual Transaxle Fluid 6 23 Hydraulic Clutch 6 24 Engine Coolant 6 28 Power Steering Fluid 6 28 Windshield W...

Page 239: ...ou 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 manua...

Page 240: ...be hurt Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer per...

Page 241: ...California specifications If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission...

Page 242: ...to clean air General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier NOTICE Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains me...

Page 243: ...burns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The tethered fuel cap is...

Page 244: ...ne on yourself and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more...

Page 245: ...age your fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static el...

Page 246: ...ings that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be...

Page 247: ...rom its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood marked PROP ROD Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood...

Page 248: ...COTECtengine you ll see the following A Engine Coolant Surge Tank B Engine Oil Dipstick C Engine Oil Fill Cap D Brake Fluid Reservoir E Power Steering Fluid Reservoir F Engine Compartment Fuse Block G...

Page 249: ...V6 engine you ll see the following A Engine Coolant Surge Tank B Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C Engine Oil Fill Cap D Engine Oil Dipstick E Brake Fluid Reservoir F Engine Air Cleaner Filter G Batte...

Page 250: ...gine Only For more information see LOW OIL Light in the Index You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder Checking Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine oil e...

Page 251: ...ehind the fan See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dip...

Page 252: ...ind This part explains what kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oi...

Page 253: ...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...

Page 254: ...l 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 m...

Page 255: ...e oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE OIL light will come on Change your oil as soon as possible w...

Page 256: ...it has a unique oil filter element When reinstalling the filter cap do not exceed 18 lb ft 25 N m Inspect the condition of the O ring and replace if damaged See your dealer for additional information...

Page 257: ...Filter 2 2L L4 ECOTEC Engine 3400 V6 Engine The engine air cleaner filter is located in the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more...

Page 258: ...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 t...

Page 259: ...if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions D In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher D In hilly or mountainous terrain D W...

Page 260: ...unless you suspect there is a leak in the system Adding fluid won t correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Check and What t...

Page 261: ...OOLR 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 warn...

Page 262: ...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 NO...

Page 263: ...ant 2 2L L4 ECOTEC Engine 3400 V6 Engine The coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more inform...

Page 264: ...u re low on engine coolant See Low Coolant Warning Light in the Index for more information Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture at the surge tank but only w...

Page 265: ...p and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to...

Page 266: ...l NOTICE D When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and dama...

Page 267: ...stem If it is you should have your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Addin...

Page 268: ...ION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your 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...

Page 269: ...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 tighten wheel nuts...

Page 270: ...omes with a maintenance free ACDelcoR battery When it s time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco battery See Engine...

Page 271: ...ure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps 1 Lift up on the two retaining clips which secure the headlamp assembly 2 Lift the headlamp assembly forward out of the mounting b...

Page 272: ...is possible for you to re aim your headlamps as described in the following procedure NOTICE To make sure your headlamps are aimed properly read all the instructions before beginning Failure to follow...

Page 273: ...h an E8 TorxR socket Once the horizontal aim is adjusted then adjust the vertical aim Horizontal Aiming Vertical Aiming 1 Turn the horizontal aiming screw until the indicator is lined up with zero 2 T...

Page 274: ...ing harness 4 When replacing the bulb be sure to properly align the bulb with the locating feature in the assembly 5 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the bulb assembly Center High Mounted Stop L...

Page 275: ...the three wing nut bolts which fasten the taillamp lens to the vehicle 4 Carefully remove the taillamp lens from the body and avoid scratching the paint or dropping it 5 Turn the bulb socket 1 6 of a...

Page 276: ...lacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways Here s how to remove the wiper blade 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Push the release lever and sli...

Page 277: ...d a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious...

Page 278: ...overloading D Bad wear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Roug...

Page 279: ...120 km h on rough roads or during turns The light may also come on if you are driving on partially cleared pavement or on gravel roads The tire pressure monitor system detects differences in tire rota...

Page 280: ...anel Fuse Block in the Index The CHANGE OIL light will begin to flash 3 Press and release the RESET button again The CHANGE OIL light will go off and the LOW TIRE PRESSURE light will start flashing 4...

Page 281: ...rotation pattern shown here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire Loading Inf...

Page 282: ...re 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 the tire s rubber D The tread or sidewa...

Page 283: ...s 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 ca...

Page 284: ...fety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under contr...

Page 285: ...verloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your v...

Page 286: ...ur tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong...

Page 287: ...d damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it s contacting your vehicle and don t spin your wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the front t...

Page 288: ...u re cleaning the inside Never use these to clean your vehicle D Gasoline D Benzene D Naphtha D Carbon Tetrachloride D Acetone D Paint Thinner D Turpentine D Lacquer Thinner D Nail Polish Remover They...

Page 289: ...nge to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn D If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Cleaner on Fabric 1 Vac...

Page 290: ...allow to dry completely 3 If a stain remains follow the cleaner instructions described earlier Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth D Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove dirt You may hav...

Page 291: ...lts If you do it may severely weaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass shoul...

Page 292: ...hs During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle prov...

Page 293: ...sive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish NOTICE Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Foreign materials s...

Page 294: ...matic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner NOTICE...

Page 295: ...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 fram...

Page 296: ...6 59 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials...

Page 297: ...e 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 Servic...

Page 298: ...in the fuse panel protects the power windows When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wi...

Page 299: ...use Usage AIR BAG Air Bags BFC BATT Body Computer BFC PCM ACC Power Control Module PCM DR LOCK Door Lock Motors IPC BFC ACC Cluster Body Computer BFC STOP LPS Stop Lamps HAZARD LPS Hazard Lamps IPC HV...

Page 300: ...teering Wheel Cruise Control Switch Lamps CRUISE SW Steering Wheel Cruise Control Switches HVAC BLOWER HVAC Blower Motor CRUISE Cruise Control FOG LPS Fog Lamps INT LPS Interior Courtesy Lamps RADIO B...

Page 301: ...ch 2 Right Electrical Center Fog Lamps Radio Body Function Control Module Interior Lamps 3 Left Electrical Center Stop Lamps Hazard Lamps Body Function Control Module Cluster Climate Control System 4...

Page 302: ...ontrol 20 Automatic Light Control 21 Horn 22 Daytime Running Lamps DRL Minifuses Usage 23 32 Spare Fuse Holder 33 Rear Defog 34 Accessory Power Outlets Cigarette Lighter 35 Not Used 36 Not Used 37 Air...

Page 303: ...g Fan 2 Ground 56 Fuse Puller for Mini Fuses 57 Not Used Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamps Bulb Center High Mounted Stop Lamp 912 Turn Signal Lamps 3157 Stop Taillamps 3157 Halogen Headlamps Low Beam 9...

Page 304: ...ul 1 8 quarts 1 7 L Cooling System 2 2L L4 Engine 8 6 quarts 8 2 L 3400 V6 Engine 13 6 quarts 12 9 L Fuel Tank 14 1 U S gallons 53 4 L Tire Pressures Sizes See Tire Loading Information label on the re...

Page 305: ...ing 1 4 lbs 0 6 kg Refrigerant R134a Use Refrigerant Oil R134a Systems Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Engine Air Cleaner Filter 2 2L L4 Engine A 1172C 3400 V6 A 1279C Engine Oil Filter 2 2L L4 e...

Page 306: ...e needs these services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 14 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 18 Part C...

Page 307: ...t 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...

Page 308: ...do the work If you want to get the service 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...

Page 309: ...s 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 se...

Page 310: ...e U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liab...

Page 311: ...s been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE OIL light will come on Change your oil as soon as possible within the next two times you stop for fuel It is possible that i...

Page 312: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 7...

Page 313: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 8...

Page 314: ...e Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern...

Page 315: ...oper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of the...

Page 316: ...x for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote j Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Con...

Page 317: ...he Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tir...

Page 318: ...ly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do...

Page 319: ...and add the proper oil 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...

Page 320: ...amp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Manual Transaxle Check It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level Check for leaks A...

Page 321: ...n any other position your vehicle needs service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could...

Page 322: ...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...

Page 323: ...d Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for prope...

Page 324: ...r Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any components that have high effort or excessive...

Page 325: ...le water and use only GM GoodwrenchR DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 1237...

Page 326: ...Spring Anchor and Release Pawl LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood and Door Hing...

Page 327: ...vided 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...

Page 328: ...7 23 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 329: ...7 24 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 330: ...7 25 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 331: ...7 26 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 332: ...4 Customer Assistance 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 Benefi...

Page 333: ...ents 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...

Page 334: ...is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle Howeve...

Page 335: ...aring or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Oldsmobile has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can communicate with Oldsmobile by dialing 1 800 833 OLD...

Page 336: ...00 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 requ...

Page 337: ...number is staffed by courteous and capable Roadside Assistance Representatives who are available 24 hours a day 365 days a year We will provide the following services during the Bumper to Bumper warra...

Page 338: ...hone number of your location D Vehicle model year and color D Mileage of vehicle D Vehicle Identification Number VIN D Vehicle license plate number Oldsmobile reserves the right to limit services or r...

Page 339: ...portation needs your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unles...

Page 340: ...local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be...

Page 341: ...ING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Hig...

Page 342: ...C Ottawa Ontario K1A 0N5 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 8...

Page 343: ...d intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warra...

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